Living abroad made me appreciate more the American willingness to be open. Everyone chats to you alllll the time. And I'm someone that's generally introverted but I'm realizing that being randomly spoken to was something I took for granted like, I actually like that now haha
Hmm, I get randomly spoken to allll the time, when I have social anxiety haha I’m not sure why I’m so approachable. Even with sunglasses and face mask on, people still talk to me. I wonder what it would feel like to not be approached often
I live in Madrid and people here say the same thing about the locals not being open to foreign friends... I think a lot of it is really the language/cultural barriers more than anything, and the transient nature of being an "expat." For people who speak the language fluently at work at a job with locals, it isn't much of a problem (after time) Also it's a pretty limiting/self-fulfilling belief, that will become true, if you believe it to be
It is understandable. If your second or third language is English it's not something you might be comfortable or like to speak when you are out of work and want to relax with your friends. One will likely always be in her own expat bubble if you don't speak the local language. Sounds extremely natural to me.
Take all the breaks you need but I love this content! I don’t think it’s boring at all, this is very insightful for what to expect when traveling solo. I’m going to be solo traveling for a year or so, and I typically see people abroad with their best friend or a group of friends. I also deal with social anxiety when alone so thank you for sharing your experience because it is very comforting! You’re an inspiration, well wishes xoxo
Elena, your videography skills really capture the feeling of travelling alone and enjoying moments with others as well as being in a different city - I love it!
Hey! As someone who's been living in Paris for 6 years now, and have lived in Denmark for 5 years prior I have some notes to compare: 1. Hearing that you spend about 30% less in Paris than in NY is insane! I've never been to NY, but I traveled a bit around Europe, and Paris is consistently the more expensive choice. Hearing about a place that makes Paris sound cheap is mental! 2. About parisians not wanting to add people to their group of friends, I think it comes down to the people, but it's much better than it was in Denmark, and the rest of France is better still. Also, there's a pretty big expat community, but when you've just come to Paris it kinda hiding in plain sight. There's a bunch of expat bars dotted around the city, and also loads of English-speaking stand-up events where a lot of expats congregate. 3. As for the parks, definitely also try Parc Montsouris, Buttes Chaumont, Jardin de Luxembourg, Jardin de Plantes, and get a row boat in Bois de Vincennes! Outside Paris but still accessible by train are also Versailles, Parc de Sceaux, and Vallee aux Loups. For a day trip in nature I also recommend Fontainebleau. Have fun in Paris!
I'm French and I've been living in Paris for 10 years now... Paris is definitely more expensive than the rest of the country, but compared to certain Scandinavian cities, London and other parts of the UK, I feel like it can be considered slightly cheaper (but the prices are definitely going up and catching up on other big international cities)
re paris vs nyc prices - americans make WAY more money than western europeans so that’s why generally the cost of living is higher in big us cities vs big euro cities
I'm so excited when get notification you have pure and innocent beauty with heaven smile never give up uploading new videos Elena occupies a unique space Cute enough, sharp enough, and she displays that mystic uncertainty that resides somewhere within us all
Interesting to hear your observations on French versus American NYC mindset on how they wish to live their life, definition of ‘enough’ and some of the things you alluded… :)
Just subscribed! This is a great channel from what I’ve seen already. You handle yourself with great class and respect for the people you meet, while providing great information on the places you travel to! ❤
Hi Elena. What you experience with French people who don't feel the need to expand their circle, I can tell you that I and my children experienced the same in the United States where we lived for ten years. My eldest son came back to France in 2022 because he felt so alone and was able to make new friends in Paris within one year because he was working in a place where a lot of young people work (a library). I guess it's not your case (I guess you are working for yourself) so maybe a way to make friends is to find a hobby or to go regularly to the same places. Paris is full of expats too so it's definitely not the issue. I lived in Paris for 20 years and it was definitely easier to make friends in Paris that in my native Brittany.
I really dig your black, white and gray aesthetic in your space. I'm glad you're thriving in your new city. If you're not busy on another job, I hope you can get into the tents when Paris fashion week happens again. I would love to her your impressions of the experience and the people you met. What ever happened to that gorgeous French young man who took you on his family boat? If he didn't turn out to be a complete A-hole, I hope you can continue to cultivate a friendship with him. Gorgeous men tend to have other gorgeous friends ❤️ 😅.
The feeling of enoughness is something I've been struggling with lately, and I'm realizing that this is definitely an American problem. It's been socially ingrained in us to keep wanting more, better, faster... even if it will only add incremental value to our lives. Europeans seem to have a much better relationship with contentment.
Did you ever explain how you came to leave NY and move to Paris? Was it work or personal? And how did you get an apartment in Paris so easily? I hear it's very hard, takes a long time, especially for Americans.
I have to get back to Paris soon! (After the Olympics lol) Re: hair breakage, do you take collagen? I’ve been using it for years and my hair and nails are super strong 💪 Gotta be consistent though! I add the powder to my coffee in the morning.
I’m currently reading Tim Marshall’s, The prisoners of geography. You’re right. So far it’s a great book. Another great book; The Way W Never Were by Stephanie Coontz.
oh Paris looks so beautiful! when should you definitely visit there? Spring or autumn? 🤔 Girls, I'm also new to RUclips and would appreciate any support❤️
this is so crazy, you know when you see someone so beautiful, and you can feel your heart strings getting tugged, and everything around you vaporizes into the emotional explosive rush occuring in the heart... with how the person casually looking away unknowing of what they just did to the observer... a feeling akin to something paranormal and an unusual occurrence for the heart to react that way. It's more than beauty ... its moment of deep pontificating. how can nature possibly wield such transcendental creative ability to create this person. I love talking to beautiful people, their lives are the funniest and the ridiculousness of their existence always yields to outlandish experiences and people acting so strangely in their presence. Life is comedy.
You can try to stabilize some of your shacky shots in your editing software. It will be more comfortable to the viewers (and you, when you are rewatching your videos). This is just my opinion, which can be different from yours, which is fine.
Elena, i really enjoy your content and always look forward to a new video of yours. and i understand you may be conractually obligated to continue the betterhelp sponsorship for a while -- however, they have been caught selling patient information & pairing LGBTQ+ people with homophobic/transphobic therapists and so forth. most importantly, the company is partly owned by a zionist israeli and it's directly supporting the IOF and the illegal occupation in palestine. i hope you take this into account and end your sponsorship with them.
I've been to Parc Monceau and the Musee Orangie when I visited Paris last year. Are you in Paris now during the Olympics? My nephew works In NY for Meta.
Paris is different than most people expect which can lead to disappointments. Instagram Paris isn't real. You just need to let go and appreciate the city for what it is. Not perfect.
The subconscious inner child represents the memories of one's childhood self before puberty. That subconscious inner child should not blindly follow anyone, not even a caretaker of an orphan in a music video, to ensure that intuition remains enabled. Intuition functions by patterns of truthful knowledge derived from reality by The Truth alone.
Just here to say keep the Paris content coming! Missing it so much.
i so appreciate it :')
Paris is most overhyped city in the world.
@@ElenaTaber well we don't appreciate your hypocritical partnership with Betterhelp.
I feel so zen after watching this, so beautifully done. Love the Paris/NYC comparison points. Also hello 800k subs 👀 Crushing it
Okay this was literally a movie.Loveeee the aesthetics.
Living abroad made me appreciate more the American willingness to be open. Everyone chats to you alllll the time. And I'm someone that's generally introverted but I'm realizing that being randomly spoken to was something I took for granted like, I actually like that now haha
yesss i've noticed this as well!
Hmm, I get randomly spoken to allll the time, when I have social anxiety haha I’m not sure why I’m so approachable. Even with sunglasses and face mask on, people still talk to me. I wonder what it would feel like to not be approached often
I live in Madrid and people here say the same thing about the locals not being open to foreign friends... I think a lot of it is really the language/cultural barriers more than anything, and the transient nature of being an "expat." For people who speak the language fluently at work at a job with locals, it isn't much of a problem (after time) Also it's a pretty limiting/self-fulfilling belief, that will become true, if you believe it to be
It is understandable. If your second or third language is English it's not something you might be comfortable or like to speak when you are out of work and want to relax with your friends. One will likely always be in her own expat bubble if you don't speak the local language. Sounds extremely natural to me.
Take all the breaks you need but I love this content! I don’t think it’s boring at all, this is very insightful for what to expect when traveling solo. I’m going to be solo traveling for a year or so, and I typically see people abroad with their best friend or a group of friends. I also deal with social anxiety when alone so thank you for sharing your experience because it is very comforting! You’re an inspiration, well wishes xoxo
Elena, your videography skills really capture the feeling of travelling alone and enjoying moments with others as well as being in a different city - I love it!
Hey! As someone who's been living in Paris for 6 years now, and have lived in Denmark for 5 years prior I have some notes to compare:
1. Hearing that you spend about 30% less in Paris than in NY is insane! I've never been to NY, but I traveled a bit around Europe, and Paris is consistently the more expensive choice. Hearing about a place that makes Paris sound cheap is mental!
2. About parisians not wanting to add people to their group of friends, I think it comes down to the people, but it's much better than it was in Denmark, and the rest of France is better still. Also, there's a pretty big expat community, but when you've just come to Paris it kinda hiding in plain sight. There's a bunch of expat bars dotted around the city, and also loads of English-speaking stand-up events where a lot of expats congregate.
3. As for the parks, definitely also try Parc Montsouris, Buttes Chaumont, Jardin de Luxembourg, Jardin de Plantes, and get a row boat in Bois de Vincennes! Outside Paris but still accessible by train are also Versailles, Parc de Sceaux, and Vallee aux Loups. For a day trip in nature I also recommend Fontainebleau.
Have fun in Paris!
I'm French and I've been living in Paris for 10 years now... Paris is definitely more expensive than the rest of the country, but compared to certain Scandinavian cities, London and other parts of the UK, I feel like it can be considered slightly cheaper (but the prices are definitely going up and catching up on other big international cities)
City of dump😂
re paris vs nyc prices - americans make WAY more money than western europeans so that’s why generally the cost of living is higher in big us cities vs big euro cities
You looks so much happier in Paris, omg. You are really living your life.
As someone who's moving to Paris in January, your vlogs make me super excited for what's to come!
You are a talented, intelligent and beautiful creator, it's fun to follow quality creators!
Thanks for the park sorry for your loss gave me a good chuckle
I'm so excited when get notification
you have pure and innocent beauty with heaven smile
never give up uploading new videos
Elena occupies a unique space
Cute enough, sharp enough, and she displays that mystic
uncertainty that resides somewhere within us all
Wonderful work. World needs kind people like u❤
You look great. Wonderful work. World need people like you ❤
You always read such interesting books! And I get so many ideas and inspiration for what to read. Thanks ☺
I feel so excited after watching this, so beautifully done. I love paris❤️
Interesting to hear your observations on French versus American NYC mindset on how they wish to live their life, definition of ‘enough’ and some of the things you alluded… :)
Just stumbled upon your vlog; I was searching for Paris videos as I miss this place sometimes... loved seeing the city through your POV, subscribed!
I truly love your channel. Keep doing the best work. ❤
I have been living in France for 8 years and I think that point number 2 is completely accurate (comparatively speaking).
Just subscribed! This is a great channel from what I’ve seen already. You handle yourself with great class and respect for the people you meet, while providing great information on the places you travel to! ❤
Hi Elena. What you experience with French people who don't feel the need to expand their circle, I can tell you that I and my children experienced the same in the United States where we lived for ten years. My eldest son came back to France in 2022 because he felt so alone and was able to make new friends in Paris within one year because he was working in a place where a lot of young people work (a library). I guess it's not your case (I guess you are working for yourself) so maybe a way to make friends is to find a hobby or to go regularly to the same places. Paris is full of expats too so it's definitely not the issue. I lived in Paris for 20 years and it was definitely easier to make friends in Paris that in my native Brittany.
Why is no one talking about the carrots just placed on the ground 😳 and the rest of the food was also touching the surface
That story of the park is so pretty
Thank you ❤ You make me appreciate Paris more
Just discovered your channel , loving the Paris vlogs keep em coming ❤
Beautiful footage, as always. Re hair breakage - check your iron, zinc and Vitamin D levels - they're often low and cause a range of issues.
oooo going to check on these
I really dig your black, white and gray aesthetic in your space.
I'm glad you're thriving in your new city. If you're not busy on another job, I hope you can get into the tents when Paris fashion week happens again. I would love to her your impressions of the experience and the people you met.
What ever happened to that gorgeous French young man who took you on his family boat? If he didn't turn out to be a complete
A-hole, I hope you can continue to cultivate a friendship with him. Gorgeous men tend to have other gorgeous friends ❤️ 😅.
The outro music is just❤❤
Tout est merveilleux et incroyable. J'avais très hâte, ma chère, de visiter la Ville Lumière, Paris.
Such creative videos you’ve on this channel. Just subscribed!😊
No home in US to return to? But what about mommy and daddy’s mansion in OC? 😂
I absolutely love your Paris videos
Ur life looks so dreamy is paris💛
More paris vlogd pleasee💛💛
Beautiful video!
You make very good videos and I like vlog videos more, after watching you I also feel like going missing❤❤❤🎉🎉
I loveee your style!
I’m pretty sure I saw you walking around the Latin Quarter today! I was too far away to say hello, so hello! And if it wasn’t you, then hello anyway 😂
Great, will love to visit there.
The feeling of enoughness is something I've been struggling with lately, and I'm realizing that this is definitely an American problem. It's been socially ingrained in us to keep wanting more, better, faster... even if it will only add incremental value to our lives. Europeans seem to have a much better relationship with contentment.
Lol what Europeans do you know?! Not true at all
love your energy ❤❤❤
Did you ever explain how you came to leave NY and move to Paris? Was it work or personal? And how did you get an apartment in Paris so easily? I hear it's very hard, takes a long time, especially for Americans.
I have to get back to Paris soon! (After the Olympics lol) Re: hair breakage, do you take collagen? I’ve been using it for years and my hair and nails are super strong 💪 Gotta be consistent though! I add the powder to my coffee in the morning.
Nice vlog ❤
Great videossss 🤍
I’m currently reading Tim Marshall’s, The prisoners of geography. You’re right. So far it’s a great book. Another great book; The Way W Never Were by Stephanie Coontz.
i liked your outfit
Lmao at how you inserted the sponsored portion and pretended that it was part of the same day
Nice to visit this video
LOVE THIS BLOGS!!
allways waiting for you day by day😅
Already thought that apartment looked familiar last time 🤭
Hi Elena! About the hair breakage, do you use Olaplex? I've seen some people post about how using the products have led to their hair breaking.
cameo appearance by Wild & the Moon??? went to one of those in Amsterdam last month, only realizing from your video that there are multiples???
Lovely vlog - Just divine
making me miss paris 😭
Love this video ❤
You have a good time in Paris love the city there aloha
You look so muchh beautiful justt love your video's ❤
How to travel in cheaply will be told in each video such as hostel, low cost food,low cost,bus,train and low cost airlines.❤
❤ fun fun fun 🤩
I like it
Did you film Glastonbury?!
I love you so much ❤😊
love u too!
What is the name of this beautiful melody on 8:05 ?
Elena u look sooooo beautiful ❤
oh Paris looks so beautiful! when should you definitely visit there? Spring or autumn? 🤔 Girls, I'm also new to RUclips and would appreciate any support❤️
AMAZING. 😂
Go & experience Athens....& compare NYC > Paris > Athens...you will see quite a difference.....prefer Greece
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Visited Korea before? Just curious 😁
Great video
this is so crazy, you know when you see someone so beautiful, and you can feel your heart strings getting tugged, and everything around you vaporizes into the emotional explosive rush occuring in the heart... with how the person casually looking away unknowing of what they just did to the observer... a feeling akin to something paranormal and an unusual occurrence for the heart to react that way.
It's more than beauty ... its moment of deep pontificating. how can nature possibly wield such transcendental creative ability to create this person.
I love talking to beautiful people, their lives are the funniest and the ridiculousness of their existence always yields to outlandish experiences and people acting so strangely in their presence. Life is comedy.
Great
if you're still in paris, lets meet
Which mic are you using?
You can try to stabilize some of your shacky shots in your editing software. It will be more comfortable to the viewers (and you, when you are rewatching your videos). This is just my opinion, which can be different from yours, which is fine.
❤Hi Elena❤❤
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65 Dislike.... I'm 100% sure they're jealous women 🥳
your in NY for the NY salaries. Paris is 30% cheaper, to a NY budget....on a Paris salary? how
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Paris municipality should grant you an award for showing us the inner beauty of Paris.
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Elena, i really enjoy your content and always look forward to a new video of yours. and i understand you may be conractually obligated to continue the betterhelp sponsorship for a while -- however, they have been caught selling patient information & pairing LGBTQ+ people with homophobic/transphobic therapists and so forth. most importantly, the company is partly owned by a zionist israeli and it's directly supporting the IOF and the illegal occupation in palestine. i hope you take this into account and end your sponsorship with them.
@@pureheartbadass her and Jack Edwards need to stop working with b*tterhelp
I've been to Parc Monceau and the Musee Orangie when I visited Paris last year. Are you in Paris now during the Olympics? My nephew works In NY for Meta.
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Paris is different than most people expect which can lead to disappointments. Instagram Paris isn't real. You just need to let go and appreciate the city for what it is. Not perfect.
The subconscious inner child represents the memories of one's childhood self before puberty. That subconscious inner child should not blindly follow anyone, not even a caretaker of an orphan in a music video, to ensure that intuition remains enabled. Intuition functions by patterns of truthful knowledge derived from reality by The Truth alone.
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Beautiful smile but what is the sorrow behind the smile. Smile. Smile from your heart and soul. It will suit on you. Because you are beautiful.
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