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  • Опубликовано: 16 авг 2021
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    Hi, name’s Aly! Originally from Birmingham, England, I have been discovering the world for over 7 years. I am a psychology graduate with a love for Pho and red wine. Whether I throw myself into a novel or from 14,000ft up out of a plane, I look at adventure big and small and say “Let’s do this!”
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  • @unfinishedfootsteps1404
    @unfinishedfootsteps1404 11 месяцев назад +6

    We need a 2023 update Aly!! ❤

  • @sabalianderson
    @sabalianderson 10 месяцев назад +3

    I used to watch you all the time then I moved away from watching so many videos. Just thought I'd check in and sad to see you haven't been posting but wishing you all good things, growth, clarity, and success ✨️

  • @bradankers
    @bradankers 2 года назад +27

    Hey, you could/should feature your second channel in your 'Channels' tab so that your subscribers can find your second channel easier (via this channel).
    In my opinion, your subscribers are most likely subscribed to your personality rather than the type of content you are/were creating. I genuinely think you'd have a huge amount of followers no matter what type of content you decide to deliver. Find something you enjoy, add your personality/twist to it and the views will flood through I'm sure.

  • @somedudeonyoutoob
    @somedudeonyoutoob 7 месяцев назад +2

    its been so long one of your videos popped up on my feed. you were one of the people that inspired me to travel abroad 6-7 years ago. i watched many of your videos. my final destination through my backpacking journey was vietnam. i met a girl there and lived there for 5.5 years but now we are back in the US. i am sad to be back in the US but life goes on. i am hoping we can go back to thailand when we retire. thank you for all your travel tips throughout the years!

  • @lizzieflorece4606
    @lizzieflorece4606 2 года назад +3

    Hi there, I never comment on RUclips videos, but I just happened across this and watched it. Four years ago I was sitting in my little apartment in New York overworked and desperate to get out and see the world. I was binge watching travel tip RUclips videos until 2am and you were one of the people that inspired me to do it. In 2018, I booked a one way ticket to Australia and I still live here. Yes the world has changed but peoples passion for travel hasn’t disappeared . Just want to say what you do matters and there are real people on the other side of the world that learn from you! So no matter what you decide to do and what form it takes, your knowledge is always worth sharing when it helps people. As I sit here in Sydney lockdown, I still can’t wait for my next trip or next life steps. So thanks for being genuine and honest with what you’re feeling because you’re not alone in that feeling of uncertainty!

  • @Matt_-um4ce
    @Matt_-um4ce 2 года назад +5

    I love this channel. It inspired me to do my first solo around the world trip in 2018. Still watch the videos and cannot wait to be able to travel again! It’s so weird not being able to plan or book like I used to. Thank you for opening up and telling your story 💕

  • @sarasays9883
    @sarasays9883 2 года назад +21

    I’m sorry for what you are going through. It’s really good to hear you are getting help. Travel was my whole life and I watched so many of your videos in my preparation of going to Thailand. I’m going away for the first time since Covid started to see my family (if they don’t change the rules) and there are so many new worries, I used to look forward to getting on that plane. Now everything is so uncertain. Maybe you can travel a little bit again?

    • @BeckyC123
      @BeckyC123 2 года назад

      Enjoy that trip to see your family! I just got back from seeing my family in the UK (travelled from USA) - you really have to be prepared for anything to go wrong now, but it's 1000% worth it. Delta got scary fast, test to release never arrived, return flight got cancelled with no notice - but all problems that could be dealt with, and my mental health is hugely improved after enjoying that much-needed visit.

    • @sarasays9883
      @sarasays9883 2 года назад +1

      @@BeckyC123 thank you! My flight is only £25 return but the Covid tests are going to be £200. But it’s worth if everything works out. Guess we have to get used to a new normal. Glad you had a good time seeing your family

  • @LadyKukuxumusu
    @LadyKukuxumusu 2 года назад +3

    I subscribed to your channel because of travelling, but stayed here because of your personality. Pls share with us you other channel. Much love from Croatia. :)

  • @tommcgonagle7463
    @tommcgonagle7463 2 года назад +10

    I feel like it's a community regardless of content to a point (and am not someone who normally comments or anything)

  • @khgnax
    @khgnax 2 года назад +1

    You know what I love must about travels? People talking about them. Upcoming, ongoing or done long ago. The improbable stories, the details, the meetings... Starry eyes, passionate, reliving. You went many places, you guided us trough them and gave advice. Take a metaphorical box of souvenirs of one place and just go full on grandma story time. Show trinkets if you have any, pictures, clips, tell us stories like when you reminisce with a friend (with some wine perhaps?) about that trip you took together. Don't be scared of formats, or length or if you already said it in a video before. Like a new playlist of grandma stories of this little planet you travelled. Just an idea! Love you Aly! See you on the other channel as well :)

  • @compassnorth
    @compassnorth 2 года назад +1

    Glad to see you have not completely given up on this Channel. My Wife and I really enjoy watching your travel video's and when we first stumbled upon your Channel, we spent a weekend just binge watching from the very beginning. Your enthusiasm and sense of awe when experiencing new places is almost contagious.
    It is a different time now and you are not the same person you were when this whole COVID started. Just find what makes you happy and do it. If you are not content with travel video's then don't force yourself, you'll turn miserable and your content will reflect that. Hoping you'll find some spark still there is some form of travel content, whether it's van camping around the UK or just exploring various cities around the UK at B&B's....what ever.Either way, will be looking forward to what you get into. Take care.

  • @joanne1486
    @joanne1486 2 года назад +8

    Stay positive, love both channels, you will find your way in this world even if it takes a little while xx😊

  • @ChristheFreelancer
    @ChristheFreelancer 2 года назад

    I resonated with the part about not being inspired to travel / make videos. When I look back on it now, I was only inspired to create travel videos when I was actually travelling.

  • @davidostrowski679
    @davidostrowski679 2 года назад +2

    One thing I've learnt recently is that it's ok not to want to do something anymore. There's always this expectation that once we start something, we can never stop, or that it's a sign of failure. No way. Change is normal and positive. There's that meme, "you've changed"...."We're supposed to".
    I'm sure you've thought of it but what about just booking a cheeky flight to Poland or something (I'm not sure of the latest on the UK), get out that camera and get that travel magic back? It might do the trick!
    I'm in the process of dedigitalnomadising (lol) myself and just moved to Serbia. I'm still going to be making travel videos from here and elsewhere (a bit like when you were in Budapest I guess). You do have a lot of experience to offer in terms of travel and DN life, I know it's easy to forget that!
    I'm sure you'll work it out hun!

  • @heathersp4287
    @heathersp4287 2 года назад +2

    I love watching your travel related content. Casual weekend van trips are great. Occasional trips as things open are great too. Looking forward to content as you rediscover yourself. ❤

  • @DZammit91
    @DZammit91 2 года назад +6

    Sending you lots of virtual hugs. Ah, covid has been a nightmare for so many people, myself included. Moved to the UK from Malta in Feb 2020 just three weeks before UK went into lockdown. No job and on my own, I had to return back to my home country after 5months. I was in the same position as you, my dear. Lost, unemployed at 30, and feeling like I'm a failure because I wasn't achieving anything in my life. Dying to travel again but I'm not sure if I'd enjoy it as much knowing I might get sick during the trip and risking having to quarantine and stay in the country I'm visiting for longer than anticipated. Testing times for everyone, but we're all in this together xx

  • @roxxatw549
    @roxxatw549 2 года назад +1

    Hey Ally. Just an idea but maybe do travel planning videos? How you decide on where to go n what things draw you to a place. For staycations you can do follow up videos when you action the plan 😁

  • @thatsrich944
    @thatsrich944 Год назад

    I was in my 40's and sold everything I owned... except what fit into a 34-liter backpack and started down the nomad trail, beginning in Southeast Asia. It took years to set myself up (financially, socially, emotionally, mentally), to flip my life upside down and finally do it. It was an amazing experience, that for people who haven't done it, could never imagine. I made it 14 months and then COVID hit. I still haven't recovered (financially, socially, emotionally, mentally). So I totally get where you're coming from. I have completely lost my sense of direction in the aftermath. Hope you are doing well and that you and I both find our direction, purpose and inspiration again. Cheers!

  • @TheBigdavejones
    @TheBigdavejones 2 года назад +6

    Good to see you back.
    Silly as it sounds, try to enjoy the unknown. It's a time to grow and discover, and whatever you do, we'll watch.

  • @racheledwards7113
    @racheledwards7113 2 года назад +1

    Love both channels, wherever you are chatting we will be listening. I think most people watch more for your lovely personality and the (great) content is just a bonus x

  • @musigirl8159
    @musigirl8159 2 года назад +3

    I can’t imagine how hard this is for you right now. I think for me I’d still love videos about where you’d want to go…update videos on different products or tips you’d give to newbies…as well as those road trips you take and how you prepare for them. It doesn’t have to be all about these huge long trips all over the globe.

  • @PocketTrailblazer
    @PocketTrailblazer 2 года назад +1

    Totally getting you Aly, just did an Instagram story inspired by this, things have changed and we need to evolve 😍 you got this, the passion will come back when you are ready xx

  • @latebloomerabroad
    @latebloomerabroad 2 года назад +1

    We totally understand! Take your time to decide what you want to do going forward. Try something and then switch if it doesn't work for you. Many of us are going through the same thing, just not on a RUclips channel.

  • @smills7303
    @smills7303 2 года назад +4

    Life always evolves. You are in the right track when you give it consideration. Rona has pushed everyone to make these considerations. So many people are in this self discovery journey. You are not alone! Hang in there.

  • @Sadiekins420
    @Sadiekins420 2 года назад +5

    I'll always want to watch your content. I even subscribed to your book channel when I found out about it! I really loved that video of you reacting to expensive hotels. You should do another one of those. I'm going to go watch it again after this one is done. 😂

  • @prestonne2673
    @prestonne2673 2 года назад +1

    Discovered your PT channel from watching ebay reselling vids. You come across really well which makes your videos a pleasure to watch no matter what the content is. As a campervan owner myself I especially loved watching your last videos and they have inspired me to wild camp. Many thanks 😊

  • @scholargrrl
    @scholargrrl 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for being so brave! So transparent and honest about taking care of yourself and your struggles. I hope you figure out what brings you joy and makes you happy. Because watching you happy and inspired is what I'm here for. And "I don't know" is an amazing answer for now. (And my first "trip" after lockdown felt like I was free, my first breath after drowning and I didn't know. And now I have anxiety that we are going to go back into lockdown.)

  • @watermelanch0ly
    @watermelanch0ly 2 года назад +2

    I like the idea of seeing someone who travels but isn't a nomad because it seems more reachable for those of us who can't necessarily drop everything and become nomads but still want to travel a lot. Even if you take a break and come back to PsychoTraveller years down the road, you built this from nothing and you can absolutely rebuild.
    I also think that no matter WHAT you choose, it will be the right answer. We tend to look at things as right or wrong, but it's what you make of that decision. Whether you continue with PsychoTraveller or not, that will become the right decision.

  • @sky89line
    @sky89line 2 года назад +1

    I love traveling but after the pandemic, I feel I kinda like it only staying at home and not to do anything 😅

  • @alecmorrow3764
    @alecmorrow3764 2 года назад

    I’m traveling to Europe in a month so I’m watching travel RUclips, I stumbled across this and I relate to it so much. I haven’t been exposed to your channel before, but I appreciate you approach to difficult times in life and your courage to post this.

  • @katfran492
    @katfran492 2 года назад +2

    Whatever you decide to do, just be happy. I think rebranding is a great idea. If you want to travel in the future, go for it and enjoy. You don’t have to leave the travel industry altogether. Just take a step back and give yourself time to figure it out.

  • @Ranyas_Senestela
    @Ranyas_Senestela 2 года назад +1

    Change is the only constant in this world so I say go for it! Reinvent, analyze, consider, wander, and wonder at everything and anything that you like. Passion is what matters and you've got that to spare. No expectations or judgments here! Your travel vids have really helped me out with my own journey and I truly thank you for it. I had no idea you had a second channel and now I do! :D Yay! So, I'll see you over there.

  • @TRafael82
    @TRafael82 2 года назад +2

    If you avoid something, you will eventually have to face it. The fact that people are currently looking away from freedoms that are taken away bit by bit, and that of their children/future generations and their future in danger will cost everyone dearly.

  • @EsaLena1
    @EsaLena1 2 года назад +3

    I don't feel like I fit in the world anymore, either. International travel is the single most important thing in my life, and it's immoral and will remain immoral probably for a long time. I can't go back to my dance troupe because in-person indoor contact is immoral. I never wanted a life that was just a job, but my country's lack of desire to do outbreak control has reduced me to that.

  • @sharissatravels3128
    @sharissatravels3128 2 года назад +1

    We do care. We also understand that it has been difficult to travel. Hugs

  • @todd2887
    @todd2887 2 года назад +1

    Hey Aly, I've been watching your channel since 2013. What a long strange trip it's been! Who knew in March 2020 we'd still be coming out of this almost 2 years later. Life has changed immeasurably for so many of us, if not most of us. My life of living abroad was also brought to a screeching halt because of covid. I still love travel and want to do it, and still want to live abroad again throughout my life, but I'd be kidding myself if I hadn't learned some hard (but beneficial) lessons because of covid. There's been plenty of silver linings, but you're right, shit has really changed. There is no way back to 2019 or early 2020. There is only a path forward. I'm sure it includes travel for you and for so many of us. Clearly though, we are all on a journey, and all we have is the present moment. We have to be like water and flow with life. There will be many phases and chapters. Good on you for being open to it. No matter what you do, you seem like you have the strength to handle it--on youtube or off!

  • @Nighthawk2211
    @Nighthawk2211 2 года назад +2

    I love your honesty, and I promise you, travelling or not, your honesty helps people. I hope you get your oomph back. You don't have to travel to be "valid", having traveller in your RUclips-name, doesn't mean that's all you have to do or offer.

  • @evelynbarry5046
    @evelynbarry5046 2 года назад +1

    That's a good point, you had 8 years as a nomad/travelvlogger. I don't think anyone expected you to do 20 years and retire. Was that something you were considering?
    It's known that these days people will have 3 or 4 different careers in thier lifetime. I'm in my 40s and on my 3rd. What do you think about starting something completely different than vlogging and keeping it as a hobby? What about trying a 9 to 5 for a different pace? I was an accountant and tired of it so in between contracts I worked at a gym (I'm not a gym person at all) just to refresh my soul a bit and try something very different.
    Travel is going to come back soon. I think it's nice to take this time for a break and maybe experience something different.

  • @fanoftoast
    @fanoftoast 2 года назад +1

    Man I feel this so hard. For like 5 years my whole plan was to save up and buy a van and convert it and travel with my cat while traveling for work, and then I finally paid off all my debt and started saving up for the van and then ended up having to get an apartment since my newest job wouldn’t pay to have me live in a hotel and now that’s thrown everything off cause I really like it in this town lol. Now I’m like well what’s my goal now? What do I do now?
    Anyway, no matter what you choose, I’m staying cause I love how authentic you are in all your videos. ❤️

  • @natha1088
    @natha1088 2 года назад +1

    We all aren't the people we were 2 years ago. It's thougher on some than on others, like you, who has to basically make a new life of sorts for yourself. Don't do stuff that doesn't make you happy just because you think that's what people want to see. It's not gonna work, do what you want and what brings you joy. I'm positive you'll figure it out and that you'll find your way. We'll be along for the ride.

  • @ryanhutton7370
    @ryanhutton7370 2 года назад +1

    Life changes and your channel changes with it. Looking forward to seeing the direction you go. Loving the stuff on the 2nd channel btw.

  • @booksandbargains
    @booksandbargains 2 года назад +1

    I love all your second videos :) I can imagine how hard it is! I only started my channel in 2019 but booktube is easy during the pandemic!

    • @sammiejackson6740
      @sammiejackson6740 2 года назад +1

      Hey we watch the same channel what’s the chances 🤣 can’t believe I came across your comment 😆

    • @booksandbargains
      @booksandbargains 2 года назад +1

      @@sammiejackson6740 OMG Sammie Heyyy :)

  • @louisb4730
    @louisb4730 2 года назад +1

    Life is a chapter book, you're entering a new chapter. How exciting!

  • @MichelleNixonphoto
    @MichelleNixonphoto 2 года назад +1

    I know that you've been struggling, but I know that you have viewers that are still interested in seeing where you go in the campervan and are interested in you and this channel for whatever you make it. Don't let what you think people's expectations are control what happens. Just be you. Missed your vids and would love to see what you guys did with the van. It was a work in progress that we didn't get to see finished. Most travel vloggers are going through the same things-some changed direction to van life-some bought and renovated or are building houses, some are doing local travel. You are not alone and remember that whatever you decide to do, people will still be interested.

  • @isaacwhelan1723
    @isaacwhelan1723 2 года назад +1

    Ali you have helped me soo much when I started traveling. And I think helping people is in your nature.
    Please don't focus on who you was and who you have been.
    Focus on who you will be and I'm sure you will find a few answers. I don't know 🤣
    Thank you for what you have done for me and any other travel out there that wouldn't be who they are without your impact ❤️

  • @littlepanda2040
    @littlepanda2040 2 года назад

    Aly !!! I think that the way your feeling is very common so much has changed for everyone in these uncertain times. I just want to say personally I have been following you for years not only for the travel stuff but because I absolutely love your personality and I think your vulnerability is so refreshing thank for continuing to post. I guess my question is have you ever thought about getting back into doing what you were originally going to do before you started psychotravellar ie using your psychology degree maybe to become a therapist since therapy is mostly done over zoom now a days maybe that could be another income stream for you even though I know its much more schooling. I have my psychology degree as well and wanted to be a therapist but the initial pathway costs so much for the amount i would be paid in the meantime before I get licensed. I think you would be an amazing therapist !!!! Sending you lots of love and hugs !!! I think it will come to you in the end !!!

  • @KKSGCKW
    @KKSGCKW 2 года назад +1

    Aly do whatever works for you. Whatever will make you happy. I think occasional travel vids will be nice when you do and can travel. It's also a lot more reasonable than expecting you to go full nomad again.

  • @learningwisdom5161
    @learningwisdom5161 2 года назад +1

    It sounds like you are going with the flow which makes sense.
    One thing you could focus on when the time is right is the great 'Travel Re-Opening Narrative'. This looks like it will occur but for the time being countries are re-opening at different speeds. The UK is doing ok at the moment due to their high vaccination rate. Here in Australia we are locked down in much of the country. However, there will be a story where there are lots of things to discuss for those in countries that are open to one another.
    For example, topics to discuss could include what the best places to travel are for people based on having a vaccine certificate etc and other countries that accept them. The point is that as travel re-opens, there is a' re-opening narrative' and make no mistake, there is a lot of pent up demand for travel overseas etc. I think everyone is desperate to travel (huge amount of pent up demand) and get away to somewhere else to put Covid behind them and have a reset. Once more countries open for travel just image how explosive that industry will be and all the topics that go with that.
    Having said all that waiting and seeing how things go makes a lot of sense as you mentioned. As things pick up you'll see where there are opportunities and whether you want to do those things or find other interesting projects to work on.

  • @MAKROMS
    @MAKROMS Год назад

    Wishing you joy and happiness

  • @jaynevassar6526
    @jaynevassar6526 2 года назад +1

    Watched you for years Aly love both your channels and think van life videos are brilliant i think the secret is you keep it real so which ever road you go down will be a success, I watch a varied amount of youtubers and I feel I watch them cos I genuinely like them as people they could be doing anything and I'd still watch them. Take care lovely try not to stress 😘 xxx

  • @Melissa-nr9zn
    @Melissa-nr9zn 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for being open and honest about your feelings. There is nothing I would rather do more then to travel also. I feel like the option is open but there are still risks. I see so many people still traveling and I get super jealous. Do you ever feel that way when you see other travel vloggers still traveling during the pandemic?

  • @user-qd4td7yb8e
    @user-qd4td7yb8e 3 месяца назад +2

    Are you alive? I love that you call yourself PSYCHO. Oh... You have a second channel.

  • @SarahWheeleeTravels
    @SarahWheeleeTravels 2 года назад +1

    I’m in the exact same place

  • @mazzamo2509
    @mazzamo2509 2 года назад +1

    you are just so sweet Ally "I get to keep moving" 😂
    Did you watch ( Even Cowgirls Get the Blues) before 😂😂😂?
    I hope you get to travel soon

  • @SharingtheRoad
    @SharingtheRoad 2 года назад +2

    Keep you chin up, and things should work out! I think your whiteboard approach was very logical, and we are sending good thoughts your way! 😊

  • @WanderwithAwe
    @WanderwithAwe 2 года назад +1

    I felt everything you said in the video because last July I also completely rebranded, abandoned a channel I worked over 7 years on and started this new channel just so I can start completely from scratch...the pandemic has really got a lot of us thinking about who we really are since our lives have turned inside out. I hope you do figure it out soon Aly, but knowing you, you will pull through because you are a strong person. Sending lots of love your way! xx

  • @fredbrown7954
    @fredbrown7954 2 года назад +1

    We all support you. It might take time but trust us. Sometimes it just needs to go back to our beginnings. Stay Safe

  • @haleemahsaida9772
    @haleemahsaida9772 2 года назад +1

    Used to be my go to channel, sadly at times it feels like a loss- for me!!!
    I'd love for you to keep this channel going in any which way possible.

  • @LavensLibrary
    @LavensLibrary 2 года назад +2

    Do what feels right!
    I love the idea of rebranding. I've followed you on this channel for years now. And I follow your 2nd channel. You helped me find my love for reading again. (Thanks for that!) You are very passionate about reading, maybe you should start reviewing books!!
    Your content is, as always, enjoyable so I think no matter what you turn this channel into people will love it!!

    • @Inevitable.Change
      @Inevitable.Change Год назад

      Hey!
      May I please know the name of Aly's second channel?

  • @EJ-gi9ib
    @EJ-gi9ib 2 года назад +1

    Start with travel in Brum. Show places to eat. Digbeth dining club. I live in Brum but I don't know where to go. Parks. Whatever interests you maybe. People visiting Brum would find it useful.

  • @sorvoja
    @sorvoja Год назад

    Hey there, thank you so much for opening up about your struggles, experiences, and reflections about your channel and personal journey. It's incredibly brave of you to share your uncertainties and thoughts with us. Remember, it's completely okay to feel uncertain and to question where you fit into the grand scheme of things.
    Your authenticity, the vulnerability you showed in this video, and your rich travel experience are some of the things that make your channel unique and invaluable to your audience. We've journeyed with you through your travels, your highs and lows, and we'd love to continue to do so, regardless of the form that journey takes.
    The concept of being an "ex-nomad" could open up new and interesting avenues for your channel. You have a unique perspective that many of us would find enlightening and compelling. Your casual camper-van trips could be an exciting new direction, providing a blend of travel, lifestyle, and perhaps even introspection.
    Remember, channels evolve over time as the creators do. Your passion and enthusiasm for what you do, whether travel-related or not, is what keeps us coming back. We'll be with you every step of the way, and we can't wait to see where your journey takes you next.
    Keep exploring, keep sharing, and most importantly, keep being you! We're rooting for you, and we're excited to see what you come up with next. Stay strong and keep going!

  • @talkshushigeisha
    @talkshushigeisha 2 года назад +1

    I'm not sure if you both talk, but a video between you and backpacking bananas about emotions relating to travelling post-covid plus a non-nomad travelling life would be so interesting. In regards to questioning work/lifestyle, I've felt a similar thing coming towards the end of my phd and deciding that i'm now not going through with an academic career. There is certainly grief and it is hard figuring out what next. Looking forward to where your journey takes you next :) Also - travel via books? Going to locations in books, the towns, libraries etc around the world etc I don't know but I still think you are doing really well :)

  • @reka2342
    @reka2342 2 года назад +1

    Dear Aly! It has been a hard time for all of us. I would like to ask you how do you handle your anxiety now?

  • @garyrobinson8665
    @garyrobinson8665 2 года назад +1

    I'm sorry to hear what youre going through Ally. I'm having a really hard time too. My girlfriend is living in another country and I don't know when or if I'll ever see her again the uncertainty is very painful. We had plans to see each other last summer obviously it didn't happen. Let's hope things improve for the both of us as soon as possible.

  • @MarksWorldOfAdventure
    @MarksWorldOfAdventure 2 года назад

    You keep mentioning your 2nd channel, but what's it called? You should put a link on this channel page to it

  • @MeyTribe
    @MeyTribe 2 года назад

    Only seeing this now, cause frankly- I came to Bansko a year ago and stayed here, so wasn't really looking into any nomading or travel related content. Which is why- if you wanna do videos about being an ex-nomad, I think there's def an audience for that.

  • @joeys7519
    @joeys7519 2 года назад

    Dude yes I saved up for soo long for traveling and I finally quit my job and BOOM covid was like "hold my beer". Now I'm not traveling at all and I have more responsibilities that ground me plus I'm older now so it feels like my window closed and now my motivations are elsewhere but I do miss it all

  • @alteredillusions100
    @alteredillusions100 2 года назад +2

    Hey! I was just talking about you yesterday. I miss you. Hugs

  • @Baseballprophet213
    @Baseballprophet213 2 года назад +1

    Aly is ok to close a channel, is ok to say goodbye to something amazing you created to start something new. I been inspired by your videos and just by you so I will follow others channels you may open.

  • @marabanara
    @marabanara 3 месяца назад

    Still love your stuff, Aly. So much has happened for you and I and others like @karnashaw. Miss the old stream days. Sending love!

  • @madalenacaldas7666
    @madalenacaldas7666 2 года назад +1

    I honestly thought you’d left this channel 😩 glad to have you back ! Things do seem to be going back to normal slowly though so hopefully you can go back to making travel content ! Don’t worry aly , whatever is meant for you professionally will materialise ! Your situation is no different to so many of us who lost our job this pandemic . You’ll figure things out I have no doubt xx

  • @Suzannes_Trip
    @Suzannes_Trip 2 года назад +1

    It's good to get an update from you! I'm glad you have a passion that you are able to do in all the world's uncertainty. I think so many of us have similar feelings about our lives right now. While I miss you traveling and vlogging, I want you to do what makes you happy, what's right for you!!! Go with it!!! I hope you will check in over here every once in a while and let us know what's going on with you, but if you don't I know where I can find you! Meaning your other channel, not anything creepy. Lol
    Best of luck in all you do!
    Cheers

  • @heatherm1372
    @heatherm1372 2 года назад +1

    Whatever you do with your rebrand we will love to see ❤

  • @carinal8738
    @carinal8738 2 года назад +1

    Maybe experimenting with different areas for a while to try out things? 😊 Maybe treating it all like a experiment for a while will make it feel more okay to do something new. Then it's easier to do more of it if it is exciting and easier to stop it if it's not. An experiment 😉

  • @charlottefox2757
    @charlottefox2757 2 года назад +1

    Here for you no matter what you decide! 💛 PsychoTraveller is wonderful and is an achievement to be overwhelmingly proud of for all the inspiration she provides! 🌏 At the end of the day, whatever the decision, you got this and what an adventure it'll be! ✨ X

  • @LaurenAnne6
    @LaurenAnne6 2 года назад +1

    I'll be here!!

  • @minnatheflamingo3792
    @minnatheflamingo3792 2 года назад +1

    I'm so proud of you; I can't even imagine how scary making and posting this video must have been for you!

  • @AdventuresofGeraldandRhia
    @AdventuresofGeraldandRhia 2 года назад +1

    We will support you whatever you decide to do. :) Hope you figure out your semi-existential crisis soon. :) :) :)

  • @lolosrainydays
    @lolosrainydays 2 года назад

    My job went with the pandemic too, it's like your job is now illegal!! Maybe you need to get back travelling to know if your don't want that to be your focus anymore. You might go on your first trip and be like, yes this is me or now I know that this is not what I enjoy anymore. Maybe it might be an idea to get a business mentor or a life coach. In Ireland we have Local Enterprise Boards who give you free business mentoring sessions. I think perhaps that most people are here for you, not your travelling so perhaps its not great to have two channels? I'm no expert though!

  • @Gerald69420
    @Gerald69420 2 года назад +1

    Obviously the channels a dead ting but you could still upload for a laugh. Might squeeze a little bit more out of it and make a few more peas. Up to you though baby girl. You do you.

  • @kratowol6703
    @kratowol6703 Год назад

    I miss you!!!

  • @lastmonley6499
    @lastmonley6499 2 года назад +1

    You should go to mecca and get some peace ✌️

  • @Pritam750
    @Pritam750 2 года назад +2

    RELAXX!!! Ally we all are under similar shutdown.
    So chill you are no XNomad. Its just life happened. Still watching your video since 8 years.
    Its all in your mind. We need to trust our talents with changing time.
    ACCEPTANCE is the end of Grief.
    # Peace

  • @FeedMyPostBox
    @FeedMyPostBox 2 года назад +2

    When she goes this hyper, my appreciation for Scott goes through the roof

  • @northernbloke
    @northernbloke 2 года назад +1

    Love this channel but the book channel makes me feel a bit guilty coz I know I should be reading books. I have a big backlog on Kindle and also a room full of physical books at my old house. They’re all great books but so many distractions. Good luck with working out this channel. I shelved my travel channel and started working on a retro gaming channel during covid. Will come back to travel when it becomes a bit easier, it’s still a pain in the arse.

  • @rebeccawright6374
    @rebeccawright6374 2 года назад +1

    Just wake up everyday and decide what you want to do that day, and do it. No need to plan ahead. Just live life and make each day a happy one.

  • @lookintothesky123
    @lookintothesky123 2 года назад +1

    Do you meditate ?

  • @DIRTY451
    @DIRTY451 2 года назад +1

    You need to get back on that bike and do what you're very good at and start travelling again with your sponsors

  • @hez_am_i2448
    @hez_am_i2448 2 года назад +1

    Question for you to think about - Do you even want to be making youtube videos full time anymore? It's okay if you don't. I know you have previously said you can't picture yourself in a 'normal' job again. But honestly, there are so many careers and jobs out there these days, there could be one out there that is perfect for you. Hell, you could even make money editing other content creators videos.

  • @noyesv1
    @noyesv1 2 года назад +1

    I love your accent, but .75 playback rocks

  • @Zimpaz
    @Zimpaz 2 года назад +2

    Have you thought about rebranding your channel with your own name? Literally combine your 2 channels into one “Ally Ford” channel.

  • @DanHeather
    @DanHeather 2 года назад +2

    Change the channel name to your first and last name, and start doing daily vlogs locally. A chunk of your followers may unsub, but you will gain a whole new following instead.

  • @travelbug4536
    @travelbug4536 2 года назад +1

    Career guidance? Start with the Holland career interests test and the MBTI personality test?

  • @76tennboy
    @76tennboy 2 года назад +1

    So I have worn out literally by wearing too much, your psycho traveler T-shirts. Is there any chance of getting a 3X or larger of the psycho traveler T-shirts before you abandon this channel? Thank you very much I loved this channel I supported this channel I supported the Murch for this channel but I understand and can appreciate you’re not inspired for this channel anymore so you do you but don’t do it before I can get my hands on some more Merch 😂

  • @ItZFlipz
    @ItZFlipz 10 месяцев назад

    unbelievable threw away a 210k subscriber channel

  • @frogspawn11
    @frogspawn11 Год назад

    maybe time to use your degree

  • @VampiraVonGhoulscout
    @VampiraVonGhoulscout 2 года назад +1

    You seem a little manic today, love. Is everything alright?

    • @PsychoTraveller
      @PsychoTraveller  2 года назад +2

      Yeah just had a burst of energy so decided to put it to good use 🤣☺️

    • @VampiraVonGhoulscout
      @VampiraVonGhoulscout 2 года назад

      @@PsychoTraveller Ah yes. I have undiagnosed ADHD, I am well versed in the random energy burst hehe.

  • @kimberleyaxxxx934
    @kimberleyaxxxx934 Год назад

    good guy, good girl, make nice baby?

  • @chiaweinam
    @chiaweinam 2 года назад

    get a job, get a life and go support your parents/grandparents.