10 Ways life in SCOTLAND CHANGES YOU (mostly for the better)

Does Scotland make you a better person? Or does it just ruin your sense of style? Join me for this chill sit down chat to discuss all the ways I've noticed Scotland changing me in the past 11 years.
Have you noticed any changes in yourself you could chalk up to the beautiful but windy life in Scotland? Let me know in the comment section!
If you're thinking about moving to Scotland, or just want to know more about the Scottish lifestyle, then this video is for you! Perhaps it will even help you make a decision about whether or not to move to Scotland!
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[@szilviaberente282]

Scottish people are the nicest indeed. I only spent 2 weeks in Scotland a month ago, but I am in love with the people. I remember at one point I was travelling on bus 26 to Portobello and a drunk guy on a seat behind me puked all over the place. Everybody had to get off, the bus didn't go any further and we had to wait for another one to come. Me, coming from Hungary, expected people and the driver to be angry at that guy, but nobody were. The driver made sure he was fine, gave him advice (like take deep breaths, etc) and when he got better, elder ladies were nicely talking to him while we all were waiting for the next bus. In my country people would have shouted at him, ignored him, etc. Scottish people were genuinely nice to me too all the time, they were smiling at me, etc which is such a huge shift from what we are used to here in Central-Eastern Europe. (And not just here, honestly, no offence to French people and English ones, but I have always found them to be extremely rude for no reason, so I tend to say that this kindness really is a uniquely Scottish thing).

[@MargaretChapman-k1y]

We English living here get to smile like that too in Edinburgh. It's so used to tourists and proud to show the city off to everybody, whatever nationality!

[@tonymaries1652]

I think most English people, particularly the middle-class in Southern England, are extremely stand-offish. I had a similar experience once on a train from Victoria to Brighton. The train was full and several young lads were standing in the gangway when one of them threw up quite violently. Everyone just shuffled away and I didn't see anyone say anything, let alone offer any assistance. But I think someone pulled the communication cord and the train stopped at Gatwick Airport. The transport police piled onto the train and arrested the young man and his companions. Do folks use the word 'Boak' in Edinburgh like they do in Glasgow?

[@margaretmckay-os1sz]

@@tonymaries1652oh yes, we can and do boak in Edinburgh.

[@angussoutter7824]

Thank you ☺️

[@XXXX-lq8yw]

I say "thank you" to the bus driver 😊 I learned that here in Scotland.

[@TheJpf79]

My dad was a bus driver, they work mad shifts often away from their family/kids and have sat in the same place for hours sometimes having to deal with the worst sorts of people going, they appreciate it.

[@DeeQ-eb8rz]

I live in Perth (Australia) and we say thank you to bus drivers too. Perth is also very friendly.

[@isabelstokes4042]

We always do that (A Glaswegian here!)

[@PavlosPapageorgiou]

21:36 I came to Scotland wanting to be left alone. After 30+ years this plan has worked a little too well, but certainly it's a lot more quiet than choosing to live in London or even Athens. It's no surprise that the kind of creative that Edinburgh is famous for is writers. I used to go on trips to Tokyo where I'd just absorb the people density for a few days, and then come back to the emptiness.

[@matiasriquelmejara7367]

The schedule may be tight but the quality never dissapoints, take your time making those videos, there are people who appreciates them a million! (:

[@Kakibot]

Look at you always coming in with the nicest things to say!

[@linajurgensen4698]

14:06 I can relate so much, in Germany we have the same culture (even in west Germany which wasn’t USSR). The people around you act cold and stoned faced so you’re responding the same and don’t expect and give kindness unless it’s given to you. It was kind of a shock to me that strangers smiled when talking to me in shops etc.😅

[@deanamocic]

Love this: “Come to Scotland. You gonna become nice.” 😁👌 This video made my day. Thanks Kat. I hope you feel better and more cheerful today 💪😌🌸🍀

[@Kakibot]

Scotland will not let it go any other way!!!

[@ameliaclark5792]

So I’m thinking of coming over in September. What is the weather like then, do I need to bring clothes like you’re October outfit? As a first Generation Canadian I can agree with your statements on our PM! However I love the Royals they may spend a lot of money but they really do help many, many people also. I can’t wait to get my feet on Scottish ground for the first time.❤️🇨🇦

[@ryanferguson1976]

Always bring a jacket 😂in September u can get lovely sunny days but never trust the sun 😂😂

[@piseag458]

Kat♡you are Scottish, that's how Scotland has changed you, 😊thankyou for this uplifting video brightening my day in what is dreich day in Glasgow just now,you are an asset to our country and hopefully you will continue to find contentment and happiness here.Slainte! 💐💙🩶

[@MrCherryJuice]

That super power of being able to determine how long it takes to walk to a destination is very true. There is also the thrill walking through the various neighbourhoods, each of which is a unique experience...like walking from Morningside across the Meadows and through the Old Town and New Town to reach Canonmills...then up Glenogle Road to reach Stockbridge. There is so much to experience within such short distances - a world of history and inspiration within a mile or two.

[@scarba]

As a Scottish woman who’s been living in Germany for 25 years you can imagine how sad I was coming here wondering why nobody was friendly to me or asking me questions. Even after all this time, and I speak German, I am still pretty sad about it. I also miss getting away from people. If you go for a forest walk you meet cyclists, joggers and dog walkers. Impossible to pee in private or just get away from people.

[@Kakibot]

I love that you mentioned "peeing in private" 😅 definitely an integral part of Scottish hikes!! Czech people are quite similar to Germans in this - although the more East you go through the country, the more you can just start a little talk which I always love doing!

[@scarba]

@@Kakibot I might be wrong but I think Scottish people are better at integrating foreigners and accepting them and teaching them the culture and language. In Germany this happens with language courses and citizenship courses with tests. I think in Scotland it’s less formal, people correct your English mistakes in daily life and explain how things work. Germans don’t do this. I discovered once I was saying the wrong article for croissant for about 20 years. I was so shocked that no one in a bakery ever corrected me in all these years. By the way one of my funniest memories of my mother was her peeing in the highlands in a forest when she started screaming so loud, she just was peeing on a frog 🐸! Anyway women never get the chance to pee in Germany and everyone needs to pee especially on a forest walk with no toilets 🚽

[@linajurgensen4698]

As a German I agree with everything except the “you’re not alone on walks“ as it totally depends on in which area of the country you live, season, weather day of the week, it can also help going with locals, they usually know when a forest is empty.

[@scarba]

@@linajurgensen4698 I’m in Rheinland Pfalz and you can never ever be really alone in Germany. It’s 80 million people and Scotland has only 5 million and a lot of uninhabited islands and land. You just can’t get that level of isolation in Germany. It’s very frustrating.

[@sophiaashley97]

Scotland genuinely has the nicest and kindest people I have met, yourself included! .) Something I learned from our 10 days there (and our lovely chat with you!) is that we Americans are indeed constantly in a hurry! The amount of times I reference this on a weekly basis is innumerable- I'm really trying to bring the slowed down and chill vibe to the States, or at least for myself! Such an interesting and fun video as always, Kat!

[@Kakibot]

I think this is the healthiest way of thinking about it! Lot of cities are just pressuring people into dropping the everyday niceness and care, because they don't give them the time. Happy to hear you've brought a chill vibe back stateside, one by one we can SLOW THE WORLD DOWN! .D 🌎

[@Bloom_LaurieSoileau]

I’m so sorry you had a very bad day- you clearly turned it around by uplifting others like me! Well done, you! Excellent content for this girl.

[@jodiewhitham6850]

As an English person I can say I agree with a lot if this

[@jstringfellow1961]

Hello, you're really awesome. Let me just say that. You bring great content and though not everyone is going to agree with anyone else in the world, we can all agree to be friendly, and take a note from you about being positive. We don't always have to be negative, but a bit now and then is expected. BE YOU and keep it moving. You're really a wonderful person. Thank you for your content.

[@andrewmcdonald6987]

You are a very nice person - that's why people love you. Andy McDonald Scotland

[@Myhippiehomesteaduk]

I’m so glad to have found your channel, I’m considering making the move from east UK to Scotland in a couple of years ❤

[@delskioffskinov]

Thanks for being honest a quality that shines in any culture!

[@colinthompson3111]

This was an excellent video to watch. Sorry i missed it 2 months ago when it was produced. Please don't let any negative comments deter you from doing videos your way. I believe Milton said in Paradise Lost "the mind can make a heaven of hell". Milton was a Rangers supporter. It helps one deal with negative commentary.

[@ChasingTaradise]

Hi Kat! First, I want to say I'm sorry you are having a rough day and just wanted to let you know that I adore your videos and have learned so much from them. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us even on the rough days 💛 Second, I am currently awaiting news on a position I applied for in Edinburgh (I'm from the US) and have been really considering how well I would adjust to life there. It was such a relief to hear your commentary regarding drinking. I know that pubs are an inherent part of the culture, but as someone who gave up drinking over a year ago, it was a comfort to hear that making friends and meeting people is still possible! I'm happy to know I can put that worry to rest and focus on bigger issues... like not having a dryer 😅 P.S. My grandmother was 100% Polish so being able to dive a little into that culture is a perk I didn't know existed! Thanks again for your time and effort. I hope you start to feel better and have a great week! 🌞

[@brittscott4673]

I look forward to visiting Scotland Glasgow and Edinburgh in the near future. Although I may have a beer now and then I'm not interested in hanging out at the pub frequently and would rather sit in a nice coffee shop.

[@willcambeul6172]

You'll find Polish shops and Polish people, in most UK cities. We had many Poles arrive before, during and after WW2 - even Polish Airforce Squadrons that fought throughout the war. Then we've had big migrations, from the EU, in more recent times - vanguarded by Poles. You'll be ok for good coffee (Italian families and caterers date back to the 1890s), good food and good company, in Edinburgh, Glasgow and most parts of Scotland. The arts and music are major parts of life, too.

[@aimeejohns9909]

Love your sweater and hope you’re feeling better❤

[@AllieBlackett]

I’m Scottish and love your channel and agree with everything you said here 🫶🏽 and sensitively about politics etc. But why is no one asking where your jumper is from I love it!! Great vlog too ☺️🥰

[@radiantdeb]

I love your videos and how honest you are about your experiences! Thank you for sharing these. Also love that outfit! I think it looks great! Very practical too! I’m sorry you had a rough day. Do something nice for yourself!

[@PavlosPapageorgiou]

Your image quality certainly improved after 12 years in Scotland ;) Thank you for this thoughtful and personal video.

[@kimholcomb6943]

I've been to Scotland and I loved it there. I spent 2 1/2 weeks there made friends ( unfortunately they were an older couple and are no longer here ) but I loved their hospitality there. ( That reminded me of my grandma too, she was a very hospitable person ) they will talk your ear off if you let them. We were invited to this couples house to have high tea then before we left, to come back to the states, to have dinner with them. When we left, I cried. I have scottish ancestry and heritage. I honestly felt as if I were at home. I also spent time I also spent England before going home and I found the english to be stuck up and cold. But the welsh are nice people too.

[@irenesommers4763]

I'm so sorry you had such a bad day. If it makes you feel any better please know that your videos are making a woman in Connecticut in the States very happy. I'm returning to Edinburgh this May for the second time. I was first there in 2018 and I loved the city, but I'm more excited about returning because of you. You are delightful. Even my husband who doesn't watch KZbin videos likes you. As it gets closer to our trip I'm going to rewatch your videos and make a list of your favorite places and use your suggestions as our guide. If you want to track the demographics of the people who watch your channel you can add two people who are old enough to be your grandparents. If you look for us in May, we'll be the older couple walking around eating takeout porridge and watching the birdies. You are making a difference--I hope that makes you feel a little better.😊

[@Kakibot]

Hi Irene! Thank you so much for your lovely message - it did indeed make me feel all warm and fuzzy! I feel thoroughly flattered that you chose my channel to get some useful info for your trip, which I am sure will be absolutely wonderful. Edinburgh is surprisingly dynamic for how slow it feels sometimes, so I'm sure you'll run into many new exciting sights that weren't around in 2018!

[@irenesommers4763]

@@Kakibot 🙋‍♀️💕

[@edwardbisset2624]

Edinburgh is my home town, I suggest you spend some time visiting Glasgow if you like friendly and gregarious people you can walk anywhere and be safe and close to beautiful buildings, museums and history there arebuses every 15 mins from Edinburgh

[@Kakibot]

We go to Glasgow all the time!

[@tomdoherty3180]

Thanks again for a great helpful video. We will be visiting Edinburgh in July and I have a ton of flags on my Google map to help our trip. Hope you see a cool bird while you're out to put a smile in your hart and change a crapy day.

[@Kakibot]

Aw! Always keeping an eye out for cool birds! Especially very round robins.

[@ArgylleOban3726]

I look so forward to watching your vlogs - you make me laugh in addition to providing great info. Hope you found some peace at the end of your day.

[@AdventuresAndNaps]

Love it! 🙏 It's wild how things can change after a few years!

[@Kakibot]

I imagine for you it must have gone the other way when it comes to becoming nicer - moving from Canada to England! .D I meeeeean... I feel like you guys are the top of the niceness charts every time!

[@thehusshisht1708]

hi :D 1 year in scotland, still not used to living 40 degrees below middle eastern levels lol But getting there :D

[@MadeNCda]

Sending you a hug, Kat from Toronto 🇨🇦 Sorry you had a rough day. I hope whatever it was can be eased w time and TLC. Take care, and thank you for your excellent content!

[@Kakibot]

Thank you!! Sometimes things just get very overwhelming. This week I caught some sort of nasty bug and it was a good opportunity to take two days off work completely and just hide in bed and in a way it was quite a nice reset 😅

[@jim_dubhglas]

I'm in Toronto too and love all things Scottish. Kat is a wealth of knowledge! Cheers

[@LauraGargiulo]

I wear the same in Milan during winter ahahah. thanks for your video

[@BlueAltitudes]

You are so entertaining to watch! This video has been a huge help to learn about bits of Scotland. and for that I thank you. I'm considering moving there to study at UoG for a Postgraduate degree :).

[@liliiaheviuk5254]

Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts and experience!💗 The're very valuable. You're right in many points. People are really friendly, kind and helpful here( like in my homeland 😊) The only thing I can't bear is: so severe climate,wet and rainy weather from the end of October to April.😔 So now I understand Scottish people better when they spend much time in the parks or traveling on weekend from May to September when the weather is nice and warm. I'm looking forward to spring too!🌼 By the way, could you give me a piece of advice how to stay healthy in winter here?( besides warm clothes 🙂)

[@lifestoryguy]

There's also a Polish Deli in Paisley on Wellmeadow Street if you want to check that out and you'll pass some of the town's murals. Apparently, Paisley is also the largest town in Europe, so maybe it's worth a visit for some people.

[@dougiemacpherson2384]

Hope you are okay. I thought your insights were really interesting. I always think that if you choose to live in Scotland, you are Scottish. From one Scot to another, good video.

[@1nikg]

You need to put up with the people and weather.. If you can handle it you're in or have picked up the accent. Ach I'm messing, either way she's definitely Scottish.

[@IainBrown-bj5wb]

First time watching you, great video and enjoyed your observations & experience of Scotland. Furthermore I agree with your reaction regarding the royals, when you know you know & I can tell you know 🙏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌

[@raymonkravagna3226]

Just like where I grew up Seattle. Always cloudy and is raining or looks like it is going to rain

[@CultureChap]

Very thoughtful and tue of my own experiences so far. Well done you !

[@kimholcomb6943]

I hope you feel better. I'm from midwest Kansas USA and we are pretty friendly here. We're known for our midwest hospitality.

[@Jo553Nas]

Thank you! Wishing you a better time to come!

[@georgia_nz]

Just wanted to say my partner and I love your videos on Scotland and Edinburgh. I’m a Kiwi and I’ve visited Scotland and Edinburgh a few times, controversially I would say friendlier people than New Zealand. Keep up the great videos! 😊

[@SilentCougar]

Having just found your channel, I am pleased you and yer man found yersels at hame here. As a proud Scot, I am also thankful you have discovered some of the true hidden traits of being Scottish. Often misunderstood through whatever media platforms portrayals are given. We are indeed a friendly bunch, always willing to help and dont forget, make fun of mishaps,, its a Scottish thing, helps you get through tough moments...Great to see you powered through the day and 'hud yer wee greet tae yersel', it happens, but warriors batter on, and it looks like you have accomplished that more since your move here. I watched your video regarding student times, and you proved yourself there by sticking in and battering on through...As for the cultural aspects, we are an open country, we welcome all and sundrae, we learn from them, they learn from us, we share, we care.

[@agl5132]

I'm glad you enjoy this country. You are on the East Coast which is much better than here on the West Coast. We have more tropical damp, slight humidity and the tropical trees love it. The East Coast is dryer and a bit colder in the winter. You have many more sunny days vs my area. I always laugh when England folks say the weather is miserable. England as a whole recieves 440 more hours of sunshine than Scotland. I meet several people here from England and they say they never realized the difference. Some of them return to England. 😅 Yes, Edinburgh is a tourist trap and so different from other Scottish cities.

[@Isabel-of4wq]

Hugs that’s it. You’re appreciated.

[@Kakibot]

Thank you!

[@BigMacGProductions]

When I visited Prague it reminded me of Edinburgh, old city & new city...love them both and I found the Czech people friendly.

[@Edin-Caledonian]

Love it! X

[@lalonimagnuson9859]

Thank you for making me laugh! You seem so fun! I love that you made this video very grounded. Honestly, that has a charm and enchantment all its own. I don't like being a tourist. I'd rather feel more comfortable and more at home when I travel. This makes that wish more possible. Thank you!😁

[@raymondporter2094]

You make good videos. And you suit the oranges, browns etc. I live in a village in North Yorkshire. I was in Edinburgh a week or so ago. I will be going up to the North West Highlands of Scotland for a week or so in about 6 weeks. Life anywhere had its ups & downs. For me a big city (Edinburgh, Newcastle/Tyneside, Glasgow, Leeds) would be OK for a visit but far from ideal to live in. Small cities like Perth, Stirling (near to where my wife was born), Durham, Ripon etc might be better. But I live in a village with a village green, village cricket club, a decent shop and village pubs - where I know I can go in, on my own or not, and see people I know. I prefer that. My wife was happy, if I was aeay or busy or unable to go out through work, to go into our local pub on her own amd she'd feel safe and certainly meet friends there. Towns bigger than Dundee are nearby, and York fairly near, if I need a city culture-fix. I guess you are the sort of person who would find friends fairly easily whether you lived in a village, town or city. Even if a particular day doesn't "work out", you will find the next day will be fine. Stay happy and know that your videos give much pleasure to thousands of people you will never meet. 27:40

[@Colonel_Patterson]

You do have a little scottish twang in your voice at times ❤indeed you are changing !

[@MargaretChapman-k1y]

Lived in Abbeyhill for over 30 years now. If you manage to buy a house or flat here it's a marvellous place to have a dog (or two)! You just go down Abbeyhill Road, from the Abbeyhill bus stops, turn left under the bridge and there are entrances along the road further down or Meadowbank, from Milton Street (end) and Waverley Park Terrace into the King's (previously Queen's Park) and Arthurs Seat for great walks. Dog heaven! If you turn right at the bottom of Abbeyhil Road , it leads you to Holyrood Palace, Parliament, the bottom of the Royal Mile, a road to the entrance at the back of Waverley Station or steps up to get to those views and back to Princes Street. I saw the Queen several times in her car coming down Abbeyhill road going back to the Palace. The RF take several routes back and several entrance choices for security reasons. PS: We now have parking meters installed so don't come by car!

[@HiAmyEdimbourg]

funny I just made a video about this as a frenchy living in Edin, and YES I agree with what you say :)

[@Kakibot]

Oooh I’ll need to give it a watch! ✨

[@HiAmyEdimbourg]

@@Kakibot it's in french but I have put the subtitles ;) I also made a video about all the things that I cannot wear anymore as a girl living in Scotland, heels, a nice bang cut... ahah so I recognise myself when you talk about your "comfy outfit"

[@Anon-ct5fb]

Totally agree with the walking superpower Xx

[@ianlogan1150]

I dont normaly comment but that was an excellent video. I must say that I agree with all of it. PS when are you coming back to Glasgow?

[@Id.rather.be.a.dragon]

Adore your channel ! My husband and I have been crashing in Brno for the past 3 years and we are heading back to the UK next year :))) So fun to watch your channel x

[@elizabethbeagle871]

Great job on another fun video! I'm so sorry you were having such a bad day. Hope you're feeling better now!

[@dottiecolsh7733]

I'm a senior citizen (from the U.S.) who loves the pomp and ceremony that comes with the Royals and I genuinely believe that even if the monarchy was abolished it wouldn't make poor people any better off. There will always be rich people and, unfortunately, poor people. A Constitutional Monarchy seems to be a better alternative than the CLUSTERF#*K that is our current government here in America. We have extremely wealthy people and extremely poor people too. Just saying that if the monarchy went away it wouldn't necessarily solve all of the inequity woes. The castles, traditions, etc. contribute to the tourism coffers because of people who do like the royals! I enjoy your videos since my daughter and her family also live in Edinburgh and have for over twenty years!

[@Old_Scot]

All a royal family means is that the post of the Head of State is hereditary. Do you think Don Jr or Hunter Biden should become the Head of State just because their daddy had the job?

[@user-pf5xq3lq8i]

They own most of the land and charge rent on it. You think feudalism is entertaining.

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thanks for sharing 👍 😊 food for thought have a great week 😀

[@kelso4001]

dayum you did great for such a video on a crappy day, kudos to you : ) keep it up

[@jonisilk]

I found out in the first year that I moved here, that walking in the bus lane during the festival, is quicker and safer (provided you're facing the direction of oncoming traffic).

[@garfieldtait5584]

Point Number 4. Very telling. My wife, of 22 years, is English and understands what you have seen absolutely. People need to come to the UK and Scotland and SEE the difference for themselves. It's the only way to do it.

[@mrskenscott9643]

Your channel came up during a random search. Been binging on it over the last two days. It's just great. One question.. are you the girl in the Better Help commercial?

[@Kakibot]

Um... yes that's me .D I had no idea it would have such a wide reach!

[@angusbrown8535]

Thankyou I enjoyed this.

[@belindakennedy5828]

Weekends ,friday or Saturdays àre the times to drink in scotland at home or clubs,the older you get its more at home with friends,and its cheaper and you can also pick your own music😊.

[@reneemellott8612]

Oh I’m so excited about coming to Scotland to visit!! ❤️ my wish would be to buy and run a bed and breakfast or a tea room!!

[@aidanwilson6035]

You make some interesting observations ! , most of us are guilty moaning about our climate but in reality it should be a lot colder considering how far North we are , i guess the trade off is all 4 seasons in 1 day ! , apparently Edinburgh is the driest city in Scotland with high average amounts of sunny days which is hard to believe in reality , make the most of next month which usually has the least rain , so much for the April showers ! , that constant wind must make it feel colder than it actually is. Don't understand why so many Scots hate the Royal Family especially when the senior Royals are more Scottish than English and they contribute indirectly more to the UK economy than they cost , inevitably no one will come close to the Queen's exemplary sense of service and duty so i think we need to lower our expectations and realise they are just as flawed and dysfunctional as us commoners !.

[@bigmeltie1]

I have relatives in central Europe who envy our cool summers as they suffer exreme heat 30 - 40 C. It's not surprising you notice the overwhelming power in the south of England. It's so weighted it's a wonder this island doesn't tip over. And Scotland is much less remote and offering free space as it was. The number of vehicles parked on Highland roads is now breathtaking Tour buses are evident every single day of the year on rural roads.

[@andrewdavidson665]

11:30 just got to comment on this because I moved from Scotland to Australia in my 20s (much older now) but before I moved I would not be seen DEAD in shorts. I hated that. I was always jeans or a nice casual trouser. I quickly learned on moving here that did not work and now my entire dress sense has changed. I feel weird going into long clothes (for anything non-formal), just as an example. Every aspect of how I dress has changed. I was always out in a coat in Scotland "just in case" but here I ... actually don't have one. Oh! Had to quick edit to add the most egregious sin I have adopted. Sandals. I now wear sandals. Lord have mercy...

[@andrewdavidson665]

I know this is 7 months late, but hope your day picked up after recording the vid.

[@andreamarshall3356]

In Canada people are nice, Tasmania in Australia is also the best place.

[@eleanorwilliams9245]

From an Edinburgh lass - all the best!! Xx

[@Kakibot]

Thank you! ❤️

[@FullaEels]

The walking thing, aye, I consider a half hour walk a short walk and a reasonable distance for travelling to places, like the shop. I'd walk to work but alas, the 6 miles between musselburgh and leith would take me 2 hours

[@anned1062]

Hug from Canada.

[@Kakibot]

A very long transatlantic hug! Much appreciated ❤️

[@gpauthor]

I’m half Scottish and half Welsh. I am very accustomed to the “hatred” towards England. Yeah…the rest of the UK definitely have an issue with England. Whenever I visit my Scottish family, England is an inevitable point of discussion which always ends in the same way. Scotland is a wonderful place though. Even despite the power divide. Recently, the divide is becoming more apparent. Especially in Wales too. It’s unavoidable wherever you decide to live in the UK. England is a bit like the “America” of the UK. They think they’re the centre of the universe. Great video :)

[@alanaw27]

I find it a political divide, fuelled by policies made at the Westminster Parliament that don’t meet the needs of Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland but work for the much larger and larger population of England. Like many Scots, I have English friends and family members who. I love dearly.

[@lucylane7397]

Depends where the north east feels like another country compared to London and the south and has more in common with Scotland

[@lawrenceglaister4364]

Na your thinking of the London bubble , my estate ( plus another 2 ) when built to work at new coal mines in the 50s consisted of Scots , Welsh , Irish , Yugoslavia ( we have more skis than the alps ) , Lithuanian , Latvian , Estonia , Kent , Cornwall , North East , North West , Polish and a couple of Germans etc etc etc.

[@adm58]

The divisions in the UK are artificially constructed by nationalist politicians to serve their own purposes. I live in Manchester (very friendly by the way); I'm a mix of Irish, Scots and English. There's no difference - including with people from anywhere else too. Individuals are different, that's all. Neighbours raised on the same street or even family members can be far more different than people from other places, let alone very nearby regions (the UK is a relatively small country).

[@jimreid4367]

Hello , can i correct you on one thing ? As you've lived here in Scotland for more than 5 years you are considered a Scottish National . You have dual citizenship as living in Scotland and your Country of Birth . For example if you ever went missing or something on holiday the tv news reporters would descibe you as a Scottish or British National . You're a Honoury Scottish Lassie lol .

[@Kakibot]

Would be nice if it was a simple automatic thing like that but alas I would still have to jump through many hoops to get a dual citizenship! I’ve had some friends in similar boats as me go for it and it didn’t seem easy at all! I’d be happy to be seen as a local though 😉

[@zainulabdin1720]

Love Scotland ❤

[@ramonpfister2424]

Crying is good for you, I'm Italian and we cry as needed.

[@andreamarshall3356]

sounds fun

[@zombielovesquad8751]

If you think a pint is expensive in Edinburgh then don't got out to a pub in Florida. I'm seeing the prices for a pint as $6 a pint after the exchange on average on the Mile. I just paid $10 for a pint last night in Orlando and I had to tip the guy.

[@Zamode68]

🐙 ! 👍🏻 I’m obsessed with steps, so walking, I think most days, wouldn’t bother me. Maritime weather there but here in the northeast US, it gets cold and very humid in summer but Scottish wind would get to me. I think there will always be an excess of wealth for some-how else do you afford New Town, ha-and poverty, sadly. I think the royal family is antiquated but I am not sure abolishing it would change much. I think any respect or duty died with the Queen. But, I am a red-headed stepchild American. 😅 I think every place has a romanticism to it and then settling down would likely show that the same issues affect all people, affordability, employment, housing, etc. Some do well with change and others don’t. Bagpipes, always yes! Make your own bread, Kat! You and Simon, next video! 😉 Hope you’re doing better. ❤

[@charlestaylor9424]

Edinburgh is all uphill. I know there must be places that go downhill somewhere but in 8 years I didn't find them.

[@Caitlinmcfadden22]

People in the NE of the US are known to be some of the least friendly throughout the country. The south and Midwest are typically more known for friendly people. But definitely something to think about. We all need to try to be kinder!

[@rachelfaust5693]

Just came here to say the same thing!

[@plisskensghost2951]

Great video, i went out with a Polish girl for a bit, she was still learning the language and some of the things she would say because of that were really funny. So i decided to try and learn a bit of Polish to shorten the gap between us .....biggest mistake ever lol that language is bonkers, even she herself admitted it's mad. On my travels I've found that people outside of Scotland can be quite rude and aggressive, i would never want to live anywhere else asScotland is so laid back and if not free (damn you Westminster) then more like a caged bird with a good view of the ocean.

[@MisVicios123]

where did you get that jumper???? it has little bats 😭😭😭😭

[@Kakibot]

Yessss every season is bat season! I got it from Modcloth!

[@MisVicios123]

@@Kakibot Thank you!!

[@irenemacginley6022]

I'm a Scot living in Italy......😊

[@simonmountney]

Hi all! What ways have you noticed changes in your life since coming to Scotland? :)

[@tomorrowkiddo]

I feel SOOOOOOOO much better about moving closer to Scotland after watching this. I hope I end up there, but closer than where I am (NSW, Australia) will be good enough. My partner is UK citizen and I'm a UK/AUST citizen. He's going back very soon, and I'll follow after some family obligations. Scotland physically feels like home, but I was daunted about what it would be like to actually live there. My dad was born there, 99.7 % of my genes are from UK/Ireland. More than half just around Glasgow. I have a whole other life there that I've never had access to, and was worried about what it will be like. THANK YOU for your honesty. It really helps as I wait for x months/years, until a family member here no long needs me, and I'm free to move 'home' for the first time. Hope your day was good and your week even better.

[@Kakibot]

Can't speak for cities and towns beyond Edinburgh but one thing I really love around here is that it is both a small city AND it is absolutely full of locals not born in Scotland (and most often not even the wider UK) - it does make the process of settling in a bit easier!

[@cheriehumphreys6249]

It’s fine, it’s fine. It’s fine! 😆

[@spyhunter66]

I watch everything single video, but I’m going to have to skip this one as I just started my own journey here in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Honestly it’s been a rough go so far, but I expected it to be hard the first few months so we’ll see how it goes! ❤

[@1nikg]

I hope you have settled now👍

[@alec1113]

The food is beige ? What do you eat ?

[@Kakibot]

Just a running joke among enjoyers of Scotland's food

[@ShandoCalrisian]

Omg where did you get that bat sweater?! 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@Kakibot]

It’s from Modcloth! ♥️

[@ShandoCalrisian]

Its so cute! Also you've taught me some new fashion things! Dickeys?! Had no idea. Thanks for the Scotland and fashion content ​@@Kakibot🎉

[@charlestaylor9424]

BBC radio 4 has a 15 minute "Tweet of the Day" which plays birdsong.

[@keithbrunson7190]

You’d be mind blown to live in Key West, Florida. I’m a red head too.

[@jamesw4895]

Scotland, the redheaded stepchild

[@eduardkrasovsky]

Do you learn scotish gaelic?Which books would you recommend,Kakibot?

[@adm58]

Just to clarify the administrative issues you refer to. The UK govt overruled the Scottish, not "the English" or England (England doesn't even have its own govt or Assembly). Scotland is part of the UK and the UK govt administers the UK (as the Czech govt will with those regions there you mentioned) . The Scottish govt is basically local govt and, therefore, has limited powers that it can't exceed.

[@user-ou7ni6su6h]

The UK government is overwhelmingly English so it amounts to the same thing.

[@adm58]

​@@user-ou7ni6su6hthere are plenty of Scots in the UK govt at times. Look, for example, when scot Blair was PM, followed by scot Brown. Scot Darling was chancellor and scot Robertson was defence secretary.

[@wesgraham2262]

Bad, dreary, cloudy, wet days in Scotland? Bad weather is all throughout the British Isles, not just Scotland. But that’s what keeps it so green, lush & beautiful. I’ll take that over the dry, brown, barren land of the desert southwest of Arizona and New Mexico in the US where I lived.

[@livia3429]

You look great in this red lipstick!

[@Kakibot]

Thank you! .)

[@livia3429]

Btw it was great to meet you last week at the farmers market! Thanks again for all the advice :)

[@adderlx9922]

Are you not a host family by any chance? jeje I'll be there very soon studying

[@andrewmcdonald6987]

When I lived in Edinburgh I walked everywhere.

[@shanchat]

Annoyed by tourists stopping in the street to take photos...oh Kat you are one of us now hahaha.

[@Kakibot]

I tried so bad to not come off as TOO annoyed but I think my face has betrayed me .D

[@shanchat]

@@Kakibot My pal is from Glasgow. I knew she's lived here too long when she was raging about tourists not getting out the way and not queuing for buses properly and making her late for work. She became one of us. Don't worry about the drinking. Some of us have cut down a lot since our 20's. Two of the best ways to deal with Festival crowds are 1. Get the most out of the culture and 2. get the hell out of the city if you can. 2 hours and you can be over in Ayr or head south to the borders and or England or Perthshire. Failing that Corstorphine Hill, Blackford Hill and Blackford Pond and Straiton Nature reserve if you don't want a walk with hills. The city centre is great in your 20s and 30s....then you start really seeing what is going on. Oh yeah. Love the videos. As an Edinburgh native that has been away for a decade, it's nice to see all the changes in the city from a different prospective. Keep up the good work.

[@Thumtwiddler]

I'm calling it, Kakibot for First Minister!! ;-)

[@Kakibot]

Taking those pantsuits out of the storage AS WE SPEAK!

[@Thumtwiddler]

@@Kakibot 😄

[@1nikg]

I love how you class yourself as a Scot...... You sure are. Also I've a friend from Brno and he is of the same opinion as you 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿