2019 Vision Board, Closet Purge + Healthy Eating | VLOG

[@cherrybabz1748]

Love the Vlog. But I follow you for inspiration. There's a lot of time where I or people I know kind of get into this state of laziness,where we don't want to do anything. But every time I watch you, you're doing something to better your health or to enhance your apartment or your appearance. You're not just sitting in front of a TV being lazy you're living your life, you're traveling. So I think you inspire a lot of people with how many things you do. Also you're a very positive person. I know that when I'm on your channel it's nothing but positivity.❤😘

[@taylorb3432]

Love watching you because you're honestly just SO relatable. I find you to be very similar to myself style and personality wise. I eat a similar diet (pretty clean, not much meat or processed things) so I like getting meal ideas or combinations to try from you, and I have a similar body type (I'm 5'9 and pretty slim) so I get a lot of outfit inspo from you too! Plus since you're Canadian too, if I see something I like in your videos or you talk about something I want to try, I know I can most likely get my hands on it. You're super laid back about life, and you're not here talking about drama, plastic surgery or luxury bags and things that are unattainable for the average person, and I think your audience appreciates that you're so real. I really love your MelWeekly vlogs, I feel like that's your 'thing' although maybe it doesn't seem like a thing! Seeing what you get up to in your day to day life on the west coast makes Ontario seem so boring, and it's inspiring me to finally book that ticket to explore BC this summer (biggest dream as long as I can remember!)

[@violabame1575]

Taylor B she’s the best!! So relatable

[@livd6424]

I've been watching you since the very first Mel Weekly! The reason why I enjoy your content so much is because you don't try to be something that you aren't. I appreciate that you maintain a productive, healthy lifestyle that is also realistic and fun. There are so many KZbinrs nowadays who seem to be only in it for the aesthetic and for how they appear on camera, whereas you have always been so genuine with your audience. I know that sometimes you feel like you aren't doing anything "interesting," when in reality, your authenticity is what brings people back, regardless of what you are doing. I hope this helps. :)

[@katiejanz]

YES!!! I have unfollowed so many KZbinrs and people on Instagram because they are too focused on the aesthetic and buying things for the views, to grab attention, and I'm so over it. I love the authenticity of Melissa's videos.

[@marysmiles17]

I follow you for your positivity - and for inspiration! I watch your videos and get inspired to eat better, exercise, and just be healthy overall. I also love your causal vlogs and Mel Weeklys because I feel like they’re extremely relatable and you’re very down to earth.

[@britatheart1D]

why i follow you: youre very down to earth and chill, i find your videos relaxing because youre being productive but like in a realistic way?? youre also inspiring. i watched your 30 days of exercise challenge and it motivated me so much, ive gone to the gym nearly every day since. also love supporting a fellow canadian ♥️

[@LauraReidd]

that printer thing is magical I want one

[@NicoleFoti]

Yes! Same!!!!!

[@katiejanz]

I like to see your *health-related* videos (food/exercise/yoga), and *home-based* videos (excited for you to update us on your new place and see you decorating it- would love homeware hauls). I'll watch your *fashion-related* videos and hauls, but I'm personally not too into makeup videos and I'm iffy about health and beauty product videos because with everyone they always come across like sponsorship videos. I agree with most comments that you're relate-able and laid back and you're not pretending to be someone you're not for views. What I like about your videos are healthy eating, fashion (even your gym fashion), and your home updates. You are so on top of going to the gym, and I know sometimes you struggle, but that's part of how you're relate-able, and at the end of the day (or week) you still end up smashing out a gym session- which is inspiring. You show us the fun and boring parts, which is honestly commendable because I've stopped following some vloggers who only showed their happy self laughing all the time and buying things in their videos for views. It's not realistic.

[@emilyandy9221]

I just think you are super relatable to an average viewer! Our lifestyles aren’t similar since I am stuck in an office 5 days a week, but your laid back approach to life and healthy mindset/lifestyle are your thing and why I keep coming back!! I love the weekly vlogs, and admire that you aren’t too concerned with material items or looking a certain way to fit in. You’re real af, you stay true to yourself, and I love that you have opinions and a sense of humor. Keep doing you, girl 💕

[@tealyadams4032]

I have never been someone to watch vlogs; I usually find them dull and pointless. That is until I found your vlogs! You’re pretty much the only person I consistently watch on KZbin. You just really motivate me to make healthier life decisions, if I’m ever feeling lazy or like a bum: I just watch one of your vlogs and immediately feel more motivated. Whether it be cleaning, working out, or even having a cute little coffee; the little things that just give you a good feeling! And even though you’re a model -which some people might assume makes your lifestyle unattainable- you still have a pretty modest lifestyle that I respect and gain a lot of inspiration from. And with all of this that you do: you show it, you don’t just tell. It’s like your effortlessly being a influencer by just living your life and sharing it with all of us! So don’t ever doubt what you’re doing! It may seem like you’re just going through the motions but I think you have a bigger impact, by simply being yourself, than you realize! ❤️

[@GarmaNarNar-cm8un]

So I'm 24 and have watched your videos since you lived at your parent's house and you're one of the few KZbinrs I consistently watch, and I watch some random stuff. I think I love the consistency of your content and you are incredible relate-able, and you have a positive, healthy and happy aesthetic about you. You also have great taste in music which really goes well with your shooting and editing style. I don't think you get enough credit for how much you have shot, edited and posted in the past like two years. Those MEL Weekly videos were always posted and it was just fun to see someone living their life similar to mine, but having fun and being goofy. Top notch content lady!

[@EmilyZapotocny]

I have been following you for years & it all started with your weekly vlogs. You made everyday life look more significant haha, and I even started my own weekly vlogs because of you! It's just nice to have someone show their real life without setting up a studio ..the good, the bad, and the ugly lol

[@Leah-jr1oo]

I follow you for your weekly vlogs! I also love watching you organize and clean your apartment and listening to your thoughts on health. Im from vancouver so I get really excited when you mention new places youre going to in the city (such as caveman cafe!!)

[@indiflowx]

I think you look much fresher without the lashes personally! You look great either way but I feel like they can look a bit heavy sometimes and you already have big beautiful eyes so there's no need for them. Thanks for this video, you're giving me motivation to stay on track this year xo

[@bgle18]

I follow you because you seem really genuine and down to earth. You don’t make a big deal about sponsored videos (not trying to hide it or not overly trying to promote stuff). So far the sponsored videos you have seem really genuine. I feel like I can trust your reviews. I like that you’re very ‘real’ and ‘relatable’ like you don’t just show glamourous stuff, you also show some mundane day to day things regular people do. :) I like that you don’t seem to project that you already know it all but kind of takes us with you to your own journey to be the best version of yourself you aspire to be. :) love that you are grounded. ❤️ xoxo from Sydney/Manila!

[@haleyharris8679]

I watch you for inspiration. I love how independent you are and how you take care of/ treat yourself because you work hard to be able to do that. I feel like you are always grinding working on improving yourself and it motivates me to do the same.

[@gisellewences7660]

I’ve been following you for years! Love that you seem genuine and I always feel inspired and motivated when I watch your vlogs. It motivates me to eat better, and get fit..your just interesting!

[@kellyS841]

I follow you because I enjoy your laid back lifestyle vlogs. I also find you very relatable and honest, and enjoy how down to earth you are.

[@magdalenajeffries6059]

Healthy living/lifestyle vlogs is why I follow you! I love the weekly vlogs!!

[@whitney2066]

I watch your videos for inspiration and to lift my spirits. I always feel so happy when I watch your videos. I can’t explain it! I even started a blog after I watched your videos, even though you don’t promote blogs it’s the feeling of “I can do that!” 💕

[@qistnh]

I enjoy your weekly vlogs so much!! You seem like a really composed person and very put together although you might disagree. I look forward to your weekly vlogs 💜

[@audreygignac96]

I watch you because you are so relatable and simple. It is fun to watch your vlogs/days in the life because you inspire me. xx

[@caitlinpatterson8632]

could you link the little printer please? 😊

[@walden2b]

I'm not sure which one she used, but it looks like she used the HP Sprocket

[@Lyn_DS]

Your main thing is that you are relatable and I love watching relatable people! Just everyday life with the ups and downs. I follow you for who you are 💛 xx

[@allym9591]

I’d love to see advice videos from you 😍 your just so chill with how you handle life

[@YolandaChenYT]

I absolutely love your vlogs, you’re very balanced! You workout, eat pretty healthy but not obsessively healthy! Just very relatable :)

[@FOFOtamerlovers]

honestly, I follow you because of your energy ... you're such a positive person ... you don't complain like all the other youtube vloggers (which I haaate) ... i love your motivation ... Luv U Melissa

[@paigel529]

I started following you because you’re a fellow Canadian:) I watch your videos because the vlogs are always consistently real but still fun. Food and recipe videos are always super helpful, and travel videos are ALWAYS appreciated. Would love to see maybe a sit down video where you tell us more about yourself (what are your future aspirations/interests that we don’t see, did you go to school?). I’ll be visiting Vancouver in the spring, a tour of your favourite spots in the city (eg cafés, little shops, must-sees etc.) would be much appreciated!

[@christinajulianne4978]

I've been watching your videos for a few years now.. I watch because I love your personality, lifestyle, and because you're an inspiration to get fit and eat better. I always look forward to MelWeeklys on Monday's.

[@ivyjacobs5187]

You’re the only model I follow on instagram or KZbin because I feel like you’re the most “real.” I like how you’re transparent about the good, the bad and the ugly. And you are upfront when things are sponsored. You also don’t do the fake, high pitched, KZbind voice which I appreciate.

[@LuckyNumb3r7]

I love watching your videos cause I love finding Canadian content creators to support who have remained genuine throughout the whole “KZbin age.” I just like watching for general inspiration, not super long videos but also entertaining cause I feel like you lead an interesting life between modeling, health and fitness, and KZbin stuff. Also Tika is adorable :) Wish I had the Canadian Rockies to constantly enjoy!

[@dafnevilla187]

💗I've been watching you since you had your channel named "deepskinbeautytips" and honestly I love your content because I love your personality! Youre so fun and funny, yet again so classy and elegant, i love your style and your looks, and the wide variety of topics you have to offer. From modeling, to skin beauty tips, makeup to traveling, working out to home decor and even cooking. So I say just keep being yourself! And trust yourself that if you have a one true purpose you will find it! Please never change. Love your channel!💕

[@Meliiiiif]

Love your longer vlogs! 🌞🌞

[@gabbyiversen8915]

And also I have been following you for years because of your relatable and realistic content and vibes! I just love that you are a chill person I feel like you are someone I would want to be friends with in real life. I don’t think you need to narrow down on one thing I enjoy the variety myself but especially enjoy your Vlogs! Also can you do more videos about your modeling life?

[@itslove365]

I watch you because your so down to earth. You don’t have to try hard to be relatable or enjoyable to watch!

[@alianasablone444]

Why do I follow Melissa Merk? Well, she's gorgeous, always somehow puts me in a great mood, and I leave your channel always wanting to do/have the things you talk about. Whether its your hauls, empties, vlogs, grwm's, routine videos- all of it I enjoy and love. Its been well over 5 years of me watching you and I dont think I ever will stop! Also love that you're a fellow Canadian girl ;) love from Halifax, NS xoxo

[@mandapalomino5]

At the start of the new year, I had been watching a lot of fitness videos and that’s how I found you. Although a fitness video here and there usually isn’t enough to hit the subscription button, your account looked bright and happy- it was obvious you are someone who is growing and desires to be the best version of yourself. I think people are attracted to others who are motivated in this sense- you have a fresh look and communicate well! Those are lifestyle qualities I’m drawn towards. I’m excited for you and your future with KZbin!

[@vanessabinicki6918]

I love your vlogs! I have been watching your YT for a long time now, and I still love getting to see how different your daily life can be from mine. I work a corporate 9-5 job in DT Van, so it is fun to see the different things you get up to on a daily basis whether it just be your personal life, or the different jobs you do! Would also be fun to see a video on the different wants you earn an income regularly and how you were able to purchase a condo so young in this expensive city! xo

[@spoon411]

Happy new year! I follow you because you seem very relatable. I enjoy watching your vlogs bc it’s so down to earth, casual and realistic. Hope that helped!

[@ursulaleonowicz2744]

So happy and excited for your move! For me, what defines you is motivation. Seeing how motivated you are (with regards to both work and enjoying life) motivates me to try and do the same.

[@jnc226]

I actually like that you don’t have a “main thing.” I like that you do a mix of fitness, health, fashion, beauty, and then just random life. Keeps it interesting. I get bored with the people I follow that only really focus on one category.

[@andreamattos1568]

Loved the video! Have you tried putting your shoes on the top shelf of your closet and the folded items on the shelving unit on the bottom? Just a thought as I am doing a closet purge too :)

[@marcellabalderas7921]

If you have Netflix you should watch a show called Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. She also has a book about organization and letting go of stuff you don’t actually need. It’s pretty motivational! I started watching it last night and today I am ready to PURGE!

[@beautyxbrielle]

I finally tried “the mixture” the other day and I have been eating it every single morning 🥰 I use So Delicious unsweetened vanilla coconut based yogurt, chopped strawberries, slivered almonds, and chocolate chips of course, but add honey and sometimes add raspberries or coconut flakes!

[@beautyxbrielle]

now that i’ve seen your caramelized banana/slivered almond oatmeal, i’m gonna have that tomorrow!!!

[@neoidiotices]

Food, fitness and health. Your perspective on food is very relatable.

[@CarissaLouise]

Can't wait to see your new place and what you do with it! Love your style.

[@Gurlhmong]

I watch you for health related reasons- clear skin, diet and work out. Also fun to see work related/travels as I love traveling.

[@gosiama7]

I like watching you because I love your sense of humour and positive energy. That's why I like your vlogs more than other content on your youtube channel. I love music and I think you also :) Everybody has a bad days - its normal, but I think we shouldn't focus on a bad things in the life and we should try change everything what is not good for us so I like your attitude towards life.

[@nikistyled]

Yesss love the vision board !

[@cassandraduvall9606]

Hey girl! I love watching your vlogs. It’s just fun to follow along with your life and I definitely get inspo from you! Your new candle company interests me, so it would be cool to see more about that business side and when you move, it would be fun to see how you get settled in your new home. ❤️

[@samanthalang7212]

Tikas so sweet and its adorable how attached she is

[@msninachou]

HAHAHAH Kolby in the fresh apron, love it!

[@nicolka18]

I like that your a Canadian KZbinr. The things you show or do Canadians can at least buy or see. To many American KZbinrs.. your just real and I feel you have alot of variety 😊

[@Piggypigg]

Yay new videooo.. Happy New Year Melissa! More love and happiness to come

[@Piggypigg]

Answering your question at the end I would say I think you’re defined more of a lifestyle KZbinr? You talk about aspects that surround your everyday life. Love watching your vlogs, much love!

[@rachelwerner6515]

I love your lifestyle/fitness aspects! You inspired me to try new fitness classes.

[@lorileeelliott]

Love your videos! I found your channel when you announced that you were starting Melo Candle Co. I run a tech startup in the US and love to follow other founders. Your channel is both relatable and aspirational, which is not that common. I also grew up in Vancouver/Victoria and it's cool to see the city repped on YT and not just LA/NYC

[@kellyc3165]

I follow you because you inspire me to get out and try new places in Vancouver! It's cool watching vlogs in your own city :)

[@AlainaNicole]

I love vision boards!! 😍😍❤️❤️

[@NicoleFoti]

Oh! I love that photo printer! I ended up buying a ton of magazines for my vision board and wasted so much of them!

[@NelleCreations]

I love that idea for a vision board. I might try it in my planner.

[@SuzyQ216]

I just got my lashes off last week 😕 I also have a love hate relationship with them...love how they look when freshly filled, but sometimes they get crazy when I sleep on my face or when they’re needing a fill. I like to get them maybe twice a year but not for too long...2 to 3 months each time. My lady charges $50 for fills, not nearly as pricing as other places in my area bad but still not cheap hahah

[@darlynDUH]

I think the lashes looks great on you, but I think you look so much more gorgeous without them!!!

[@llmlm83201]

Been following you for a couple of years now and just love how down to earth you are! I love your lifestyle content and the melweeklys! Ps. you should try getting a lash lift and tint...it helped save my lashes after getting lash extensions! It saves you from having to curl your lashes all the time and lasts longer than extensions would! :)

[@brookenielsen5577]

Can you link your sticker printer please !

[@MelissaMerk]

I'm not sure where mine is from (its was a gift) but its called Lifeprint Photo Printer!

[@Kendrareneecolter]

I follow you for a few reasons! I live in Victoria, and come to Vancouver a couple times a year so I love your recommendations. I’m a mom of two so I don’t have the freedoms to just pop to the mall and the gym so I live vicariously through you haha #truth Tikka is just too damn cute! You’re super upbeat & seem like a motivated person and that is inspiring! Can’t wait for home videos in the new place! Love organization videos! Before you move you should watch “tidying up with Marie Kondo” on Netflix or read her book! 🥰

[@kimbi98]

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[@MostlyBeauty]

Thanks for the collage idea on your phone..... I literally paused your video and did exactly that and came back to your vid! 😘

[@missfrosty98]

the way your lashes look when you're about to get them taken off is how mine look right after i get them done LOL

[@christinamcconnell8842]

I started watching your videos for makeup tutorials back when you lived with Jenny. I still enjoy your vlogs because I live in the area and we are close in age so have similar interests etc. I would like it if you kept up the Monday vlogs but then added in like a bonus “get ready with me” each month or something for variety.

[@Hannahpaige22]

I thought those bananas were scallops lmao

[@heathero2089]

Recently found (& subbed) to your channel.... Can't stop watching! Love your content ♥️

[@MelissaMerk]

thanks for subscribing!

[@Cyn205]

I've had lash extensions for 3 years consistently and I finally got them removed last month. It was soo nice being able to rub my eyes and wash my face thoroughly. And it was actually soo gross, I had so much built up from makeup and skincare. It was probably not a good idea to go so long without any breaks in between. I got them remove professionally so I didn't lose any lashes but I definitely noticed they were shorter and thinner. I was super sad at first because 1. they were so convenient, most days I can leave the house without makeup 2. it was such a drastic change, I felt like a naked mole rat. But it's been a month and I am super content without them. My lashes still look fine with mascara on. And I am starting to like and embrace the more natural look. And I am also saving $150 a month .

[@SicTransitGloriaMun1]

Yay for long vlogs😍

[@gidelvia]

If I may ask where is the little printer from?? Looks so cool!

[@thegirlwholived94]

I love follow you. I love your style and personality, you are so beautiful person ❤️ You inspire me

[@cherry.bomb_]

To answer your question about lash extensions; I’m half Asian and I’d like to have them because my lashes are straight and bent downwards, but they’re way too expensive for me here in Denmark (50$) so I don’t get them. However on you, I feel they overshadow your big blue eyes and you actually look better without them (just my honest opinion) ☺️. And I’m not sure why I like watching your videos, I just do, - I’ve watched all of them since I came across your channel a few years ago.. I especially enjoy when your video is about makeup and skincare, and like makeup routines and grwm etc. and just your daily life, routines and errands :)

[@luciaibarra3236]

Where did you buy that notebook!!? It's so pretty 😍

[@michellekeely]

I live in Edmonton Alberta, and I love to support Canadian KZbinrs. It's tough hearing about CVS or Walgreens or Target all the time and never being able to go there haha.

[@halogen8150]

This vlog got me so inspired! But the hello fresh code doesn’t work?

[@camryngilmour1101]

Your breakfast looked so bomb omg

[@dioradri]

That's such a good idea! what printer do you have btw?

[@morganm8303]

I really enjoy your fitness videos!

[@Anki0407hi]

Excited for ur new home vlogs..

[@1499kelly]

Have you had a good experience with Depop? I’ve heard some not great things from Canadians, but I’m interested in trying!

[@grace81833]

I get my lashes done every two weeks for $120 including tax and tip. I've been doing so for the past 5 years. I'm asian though with monolids so lashes really bring out my eyes and make me look extremely significantly better so it's worth the expense to me. I never buy makeup anymore because the lashes make such a difference that I don't need makeup anymore, so I save a lot of money on makeup and makeup removers as well as time and effort of putting on and taking off makeup. I would never splurge on the expense of lash extensions if I had your beautiful eyes, I don't think you need them at all because you look so beautiful naturally with a bare face.

[@jessicawillesen4669]

Can u plz lmk if & what filler u use in your cheeks...they look amazing!

[@kayleelynn1993]

I LOVE my eye lash extensions; I get a fill every four weeks and it is $60. The longer you have them on the longer they last.

[@teokis7882]

I found you while looking for model youtubers. I follow you - #notificationteam - because I LOOOVE your personality. Also, you have an interesting life with all the shoots, work, travel etc. I'm very happy you moved from your previous roommates - your personality can shine brighter as they were kinda wierd. All in all, I love you and love watching your vlogs and videos. I also love your voice, so even your sit down videos were great.X

[@flee2321]

I add bananas to my oatmeal all the time, but just raw. That looked amazing. Did you just cook it or add something?

[@MelissaMerk]

i use a little but of coconut oil and coconut sugar and grill them for a few mins! Soo good

[@AyuZulaika]

I follow you cause I just love watching your vlogs and your lifestyle. They actually make me feel motivated and feel like I want to accomplish something too (it could be anything in life). Just the fact that you're always trying to keep moving forward and working hard for yourself. Trying to take care of your well-being too. I know you don't show this a lot Melissa, but I would like to see more of your workout routine. And it could be a simple 5min video on a specific workout, like abs workout. I would really appreciate that. I adore your figure and I would like to try to incorporate some of your routine and see if they work on me too 🙂💕

[@tashina1111]

What little printer were you using?? So cool!

[@aprilmac07]

Love the picture journal

[@aylaruby2376]

Yay loved this vlog!! ♥ Hello fresh looks Awsome what's the price you pay for 3 meals that you got does it work out cheaper then getting your own ingredients? Yum I'm craving curry now hehe! Tikka is so cute! We have a Australian Shepard he's beautiful I really want to get another one but maybe miniature ☺ 🐶

[@elenigdt5299]

I really love your vlogs❤

[@xxNerdxRagexx]

I REALLY wanted to try Hello Fresh but it says it's not available in my area 😭

[@fashionbeautytips]

I bealive that you are like a lifestyle vloger but I follow you now from like 4 years cuz you are a cool person :)

[@shelleybean14]

I pay 45 every 2 weeks or 55 every 3 weeks in Langley! 100 seems high, but depends where you go

[@skylerlane4113]

Love you vlogs so much. I don’t like lash extension on me or on others I prefer nothing or fake single lashes

[@alyjanaebeauty]

Giiiirl where is your phone case from 🤤

[@candiedvi9698]

you look younger with no extensions (eyelashes, hair, ets.). so yeah, natural is good and we all love you just the way you are!

[@jessica.crossing503]

Love my lashes!!! I pay 30 bucks every 2 weeks or 40 for 3 weeks