A Little Update - Why I Downsized My Collection

[@eomeromeow]

i can clearly see why you downsized your collection. i hope everyone knows that you can be a fan without collecting *everything* from them and you don’t need to buy every single version of an album to be a real ‘fan’. you can just be a fan by enjoying their music / streaming their music & supporting them. i’ll still support you since i find your videos really therapeutic and calming❤️❤️

[@tqviiu.x]

THIS!!!!

[@jennierubyjane9064]

Exactly.

[@gundamloverjk]

Heehee Hello

[@nonflosser7607]

you’re a normal person with a budget just like the rest of us so it’s completely understandable, i am doing the same thing with my collection at the moment too!

[@andrea-et3dw]

I understand wholeheartedly, companies need to slow down with the amount of versions of a single album. I started stanning NCT when their releases were limited to one or two version so i started a collection since i adore their music, however, SM has gotten insane with versions and pc’s. I limited myself to Taeil, then to only NCT 127 and now to only a couple versions because it’s unsustainable to me. I loved having a complete collection but after NCT 2020 and the insane amount of versions i got overwhelmed.

[@tixxi10]

me too!! i collect nct too but ive decided to only collect nct 127 since my biases r jaehyun and yuta and it got overwhelming with the amount of releases

[@andrea-et3dw]

@@tixxi10 collecting multiple members seems to get even more complicated with each release sm is making it almost impossible 😭 but wow nothing beats getting your bias pc, i can’t imagine the excitement when it’s two!!! and with nct you know you’ll get a great pc!

[@MRosezhahira]

I got into them during Neo Zone era and even that was a bit much 🥲 I collected Haechan from 2020-2021 and that was enough for me I think HAHA. truly props to anyone who collects NCT because SM is crazy

[@tixxi10]

@@andrea-et3dw yeahh I’ve been collecting jaehyun since empathy era and picked up yuta after superhuman so I’m all caught up with both of them but still the amount of cards and releases has been crazy compared to what they used to I used to collect jeno and ten too but gave up bc it got so overwhelming durning ressonace so i just sold my whole dream and wayv collection 😭

[@suraangel6956]

Gosh, I felt this deep in my soul. It's totally overboard with the (for example, FIVE!) multiple different versions. Of course no one forces us to buy these albums but there's something to be said for how...incomplete it feels when you know you can't get every version. Sigh. So I agree that it's healthy to detach at least a little from it.

[@sarie2635]

honestly its totally normal, sometimes i get stresessed over how much i paid for what little albums i have...have you considered doing like a monthly podccast style, or even sit down video just talking about comebacks etc? you dont have to unbox albums i bet a lot of ppl would still wanna watch to share opinions

[@alejandrosc5]

Or reviewing albums or Ep´s with your opinion about every song :)

[@badwolf6307]

oh I would love a weekly podcast of her saying her opinions on comeback and packages

[@hyunnamoroll_]

im actually happy to see you starting to priortise yourself and your reality more because im sure that collecting albums is one of the most satisfying thing a teenage or young adult will do but as we enter adulthood, esp since u moved out, money is a huge problem and collecting albums will hinder alot of chances where u get to find a better apartment to live in. I definitely understand the storage issues as well and im glad you start drawing lines becuz some ppl just collect for the sake of collecting, even if the prices are insane. People always said to fangirl rationally and im happy to see you making steps for yourself while trying to keep this habit, hopefully u will achieve ur wish to move out soon and when u are financially independent again, more space in ur own apartment, u can always bring the passion in 👍👍👍

[@shawolzenl]

the way you worded this really gives me motivation so thank you so much!! 😊

[@withlove_j]

Definitely understand your struggle, Katie. Collecting physical albums just take too much space, plus I move kinda frequently so it's a little hassle to put everything in boxes and shipping to move it from plot A to Plot B can be costly too. Sometimes I don't even buy the albums and just purchase the photocards.

[@leilazoric664]

i do the same thing! if i find myself not liking the album packaging i just buy the photocard and support the group digitally! saves up so much space on my shelf.

[@DarkAngel-nd5wx]

It's your collection and your life, no worries! ♥️ Have fun doing what you want to do. The most important thing is to feel well in your room and in your personal space! ♥️♥️

[@jessemonbebe397]

I love how she took the time to explain even though she doesn’t need to give explanations. We love you Katie and it’s your decision

[@babiborges2004]

It's YOUR collection. Your collection, your rules. I will still watch all the stuff u post 💕 And I also have some weird stuff like: when I really wanna buy an album from a group that is not one of my ult groups, I buy my fav version of the album and on that version I HAVE TO HAVE everything from my bias.

[@honebun6]

I feel you!! My friend calls me a “organized packrat” and it looks like a library in here too because of my huge collection, I have a couple shelves right now but I’ve definitely slowed down on buying them, and even sold a bunch!! Theres a lot of guilt that comes with it which is so weird? Not being able to buy every piece of merch that comes out feels horrible but I literally don’t have any more space!! I just read through the comments and realized a lot of us collectors are in the same position, which is common/normal and I’m glad more and more people are able to talk about this as well! We would love to see other content from you too!!

[@suraangel6956]

The growing amount of versions for albums is lowkey painful lol. No one forces us to buy these albums but there's something to be said for how...incomplete it feels when you know you can't get every version. I totally get wanting to step back from trying to collect every little thing. And as much as I love how packed with content a thick album may be, they're kind of the bane of my kpop stan existence because of how they take up space.

[@RAEMUSE]

Please do what you like and what you feel is the right thing, don’t feel any pressure 💙

[@psundere9948]

hearing you speak about the tension between personal goals & collecting is definitely helping to reinforce the need/importance of reflection in my own buying/collecting practice. thank you!! ✨💖

[@lilrayray911]

That's why for me I only collect 1 version of each of my favs, cause I know myself that eventually I'm going to end up giving it away or end up not having room.

[@snthgmm]

I'm not really a collector but I want to thank you for your unboxing videos because they made it possible for me to decide which of my favorite albums are really worth buying in physical form. Wish you luck in downsizing of your collection and with your future plans! Being in harmony in your space is very important and changes are absolutely normal.)

[@alpacapunchie145]

I completely understand where youre coming from. I began collecting albums during the pandemic when i was in high school but now im in college and im running out of shelf space. Financially it wasnt working out either as I didnt have enough to keep up with all the groups i wanted to collect and still buy other things for myself (clothes, makeup etc) Definetly trying to prioritize other things in life and its comforting to know youre doing the same :)

[@jazzybeardancer]

Totally get the sentiment of wanting the full set of a comeback or album but also totally valid to save and be an adult. We can change fan culture with supporting without always buying if we can’t! So looking forward to your other content. It’s like catching up with a friend who loves kpop too!

[@ljnzcl]

I started collecting NCT (like all 3 subunits … or 4 …) on 2020. Just like you I tried to collect all versions for everything and I got overwhelmed a year later. My room became super jampacked and it cost tons of money… I’m trying to let go so many things to focus on Dream (my ult ult) but I just don’t have much time to sell them. I’m trying to have this mindset of not forcing to buy everything but the temptation….. aaaaaaaaa

[@inbloomiz]

i had a similiar thing like i just kept looking at my shelves and felt so overwhelmed by how much i had so i just kinda sold most things and started focusing on the few groups i really loved

[@minhyuklees1bebe902]

i honestly am getting annoyed with companies releasing more than 5 versions, i haven’t even completed at least monsta x’s recent releases but starship thought it would be fun to make the already existing 5 versions (4 standard albums and the kihno) to more than 10 versions (kihno, 4 standard, 5 jewel cases since shownu isn’t active, and a limited one). thankfully they did not do this for cravity and wonho so i can easily complete theirs when i get money.

[@leslieallforjeno5011]

I think a part two update will be nice! Where you show us like what you plan on keeping and what you will be downsizing/ selling,, if u are!

[@shawolzenl]

i have already boxed and stored them away but i might sell them in the future. it’s very costly for me to ship things cause i end up spending way too much money on shipping. it ends up being 10x more than what i even sold the album for so i won’t be selling atm 🥲

[@maddiej2165]

Sometimes it’s to downsize your collection because it can be overwhelming to collect so much from many groups

[@straynayeon]

It also is money consuming

[@drew5688]

I’ve totally understand this. I’m getting to the point where I’m worried where I will put my album and running out of shelf space. I don’t want to store them away without being displayed but I don’t want to stop collection. Power to you for going through with this and being at peace with it. I hope I can too one day control my addiction of collection albums.

[@xSummeraain]

I've been a kpop fan (sm/yg fan actually) for almost 12 years now and i only have 11 kpop albums and i made myself sure that those albums are just my favourite 11 out of 10 masterpieces perfectly crafted the soundtrack of my life albums. If i don't love at least 3/4 of the songs than i won't buy it. The size of kpop albums has always bother me because i'm a big music collector and i buy a lot of phisical music, so jewel cases versions have been my thing lately and yes, the photo albums are nice and beautiful but i never even see them often to justify the price and that's what we're actually paying, the photos are expensier than the cd which is insane! I'm all for supporting the musicians i love, but i'd rather not have every album version and spend like 20 dollars on a jewel case and go to their eventual concert in my country which are rare but when/if it happens i want to be there.

[@fathimaazbha378]

Hi Katie! I was excited when you mentioned TXT Seventeen and NCT album unboxings will be up on your channel! Could you pls tell what will be the current groups you’d be collecting? Btw it’s a good decision to cut down on your collection to save money and just collect your top fav groups I wish you happy saving and happy collecting❤️

[@shawolzenl]

i didn’t really cut too much out of my collection tbh 😆 no new groups at all is the big one but pretty much the groups i mentioned in my vid is all. i didn’t mention cravity or non-ult soloists and also cutting down on jpn albums but yeah that’s about it~ not too much being taken out of my current collection^^

[@하진-h2h]

it's okay~ i started to downsize too and i felt that i am doing much okay and enjoy it even more than stressing myself out thinking about how much i need to buy, how to store and keep it~ and i think we are all different and tolerance on how we collect and that's okay~

[@terciopelo]

I also downsized my collection earlier this year. In my case I sold almost all of my SNSD and f(x) albums and photocards and even some Red Velvet albums. It was super hard to make that decision but after reorganizing, my shelves definitely looks so much better. I also am planning to move out of my parents soon so I totally get your reasons. Our priorities change with time and there's nothing wrong with that!

[@blackpearlstuds]

Completely understand the need to prioritize and do what is best for you. Cost and space are definitely issues. Even if you simply decide you are not interested anymore, can't argue with that. If you take the channel in another direction, I will still enjoy hearing about your other interests.

[@starkjr.1099]

I get how you feel so well and it's totally valid.There is alot of ways you can keep posting videos if they're not unboxings/hauls. You can film re organizing albums,the shelves,from time to time you can change the layout of the albums or smth,you can literally just turn on the camera and talk and we all will still watch😂😂💜💜 Just do whatever makes you comfortable and you'll never disappoint💜

[@florenceunboxing]

It's fine, we all understand! ❤️ I used to want to get everything everyone was releasing, especially to make unboxings, but I realised I needed to be more economical and save space. I now only buy/trade enough photocards to fill into one 9 pocket page per album, and I don't get Japanese albums or season's greetings anymore. Plus I only get 1 or 2 versions per album release. You can still be a fan just by listening to the music! 😊🌸

[@girlwithluv-multifandom]

It’s totally understandable! I had to reevaluate my collection recently as well and decided to stop collecting certain groups. Even though I still like their music, I don’t have the space time or money to keep up with every group I like. And hey, if you ever want to film videos just to talk about the music without unboxings, you could always do that as well. Maybe your top songs of the month/year, etc.

[@fallingxalice]

I know you uploaded this a while ago but this video just gave me a huge relief. I had the same exact thoughts about my collection recently and I was not too sure if I really wanted to downsize. i now made the decision to just keep the things I use and to sell everything else. I have basically sold my entire random merch at this point and I am probably going to sell a lot more until only albums for 5 groups are left. I also stopped to collect photocards and it just felt really good. Learning that you do not need evrything your faves drop was a long journey but videos like these motivate me to really do it. So thank you for talking about it, it is really helpful.

[@whiskeredshrimp]

i hope you know that we totally support whatever you do with your collection! i completely understand why you would want to downsize and we will always look forward to your next videos!

[@yourguia4301]

We will still support you ❤ Dont worry about it. Still, thank you for claryfying for other people. I personally love watching any unboxing you do even with groups I dont necessarily follow ✌

[@inspiredartblog]

I really like how you've come out and discussed this problem I've been seeing with Kpop collecting. I feel like a lot of people think that if you collect a group, you should buy every version or you're not really a fan. I love collecting music from different groups all over the world, but yeah, it gets to be a lot of money and space taken up if one collects more than one album version or other things from the group. Sometime in the future I would like to also make a commentary on this topic. I think it's a need. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on collecting and I like how you're honest. I hope others will be encouraged to consider their own personal priorities when it comes to personal things and collecting. I really enjoy your videos by the way and still continue to watch them.

[@Mila-ry5ps]

I feel you so much!!! I don’t like the feeling of being so overwhelmed by having a lot of stuffs in my room. That’s actually why I don’t buy many photobooks and all. And also I have that feeling of buying everything or nothing. I now it’s kind of weird and bothersome but it how it feels. Actually I still feel bad about not buying many things from idols that I like and that’s why I got a little resentment (???) about myself????? For not buying all. I think is really a problem we got from many stuffs produced by companies and it’s like (somehow) an obligation we create??? That’s why I think is the best idea downsize the amount of buying. At least, until you want.

[@residentevil4life]

i think its brave and great of you to make these videos since so many people look up to you and its important to make people aware of the downsides of collecting too many albums

[@lena-dw9jn]

I totally understand you! For me, sometimes I get super excited about a comeback when its my favorite group and tbh I can go overboard. I currently have four extra albums for one group and it just makes me unhappy to see them in my room. It just takes up sm space. I wish I knew some other fans who would want them. Anyways, I hope in the future I will set boundaries for myself and actually stick to them. I'm inspired by you! You wanted a change and decided to do it! hopefully I can emulate you!

[@strawberry-uz9ok]

I personally love buying myself albums. I currently have 11, nowhere comparable to other peoples collections, but I'm really happy with it. I don't buy every single version. My rule for myself when it comes to buying albums is that I look at the photocards, and if I could ever be disappointed by one of the pulls, I don't get it. I only want albums I love. I also don't "collect." I keep all of my pulls, and don't go out of my way to buy photocards online to complete a set. I never want to be a collector to the point where my hobby of buying albums for the pure feeling of pulling a photocard would turn into a feeling of guilt, or something that made me feel like I was required to. I actually have a google doc of which albums I like, and which version. Also, if there's solo jackets, don't guilt yourself into buying each of the members. Just because you bought 1/8 solo jackets or something, that doesn't mean you love the other members any less. I actually am only a fan of 5 groups. I definitely like other groups, but that doesn't mean I need their albums. For example, in kep1er, I really like Hikaru. Except I barely know the other members. That's why I wouldn't buy a kep1er album. If I would ever be disappointed with one of my pulls if it wasn't her, then I wouldn't buy it. In my opinion, I never want to be a solo stan. With the 5 groups I love, and buy albums for, I would never be disappointed with pulling a certain member, and I love that. I do definitely plan on buying more albums in the future, because that's what makes me happy. It's a good feeling. If that good feeling ever turns into something bad, then something isn't right. Also, you should never beat yourself up for not buying all versions, this hobby is expensive :')

[@jasonbraun127]

I'd honestly love to hear you talk about new releases and what you're currently listening to regardless of whether it's in the format of an unboxing or not.

[@theoandkeehop1h556]

I understand so much Katie as I recently gave up collecting because for the same reason I don't have a lot of room in my bedroom and I was spending so much money on albums and photocards it was stressing me so much so I made the decision to quit collecting and spent my money on other stuff as I'm getting older and I have other stuff I need to spend money on. You have to make decisions that help you. Good luck in the future with your collections

[@realwonyoung]

it's totally understandable girl! it's so expensive and you have to priorities more important things then albums. please don't feel bad about it !

[@angelyuqi6709]

Awww totally understandable reason💜 also with all these kpop companies going crazy with 10+ versions of their albums it's really hard to collect everything.

[@GhoulBunny]

I agree with this. I have down sized a lot and have stopped collecting everyone I seems to like haha. It’s expensive and now it’s just hard to have the space

[@yangamsonam]

i love downsizing videos so much, hope one day you will upload 😭

[@sugaredyoongi]

Hey Katie, it can be scary to make changes like this about a hobby you put do much effort in! I think it's really great that you're thinking about how you want to live your life and what is gonna make you happy. Collecting is one of those hobbies that can kinda take you over, and for it to stay enjoyable you need to sometimes make some active changes 💜

[@katie9249]

i completely understand i sold all of my photocards recently and started over because it was making me feel guilty about how much money i could have instead of them! now i just collect my ult bias and collecting is a lot more enjoyable for me!

[@rin55]

Yeah, this is very common with large collections, all the things you talked about, and you are right. Dialing back is hard, because there are so many wonderful talented artists. But constantly expanding is not sustainable in terms of money and space and there are times you need to prioritize your personal goals. Maybe sometime in the future you can dedicate a separate room for your kpop collection, so you don't feel overcrowded by it when you are trying to rest or do other things. Or you could get cabinet type shelves with doors. I really enjoy your videos and your collection and am always grateful that you share them with the world.

[@anatsumin]

I absolutely understand! I also had to stop collecting certain groups because it's just so much money, and I'm also at a point where I need to prioritize other things.. I'll always support you Katie!

[@cozyfairy]

It's okay! Your happiness should be the priority ❤️ I can understand that you don't have enough space because - same here. I really want to collect so many mangas, books & albums but just don't have enough space 😭

[@tai525_]

as a newbie kpop stan, i'm shocked at all the albums i have collected so far. in a short amount of time, i made it to the point where i have no more room for anything 😅. i didn't even like buying physical albums even before i became a kpop stan 😭. i kinda just followed what everyone else did but as an adult you do have to think about these kinda things especially when you're on a budget. that's why i'm thankful i stan groups with not a lot of members/versions of albums and just stick with buying my favorite album version for the other groups i like. the support is always there tho ❤️‍🔥!!!!! this vid was a wakeup call tho lol ㅠㅠ

[@borntobereal2004]

Hey your situation is pretty similar to mine.l am also a newbie kpop Stan(been here only since March 2020)and l started collected albums since may 21.I have now 3 bts albums,1 skz album,1 itzy album and 1 enhypen album.its not much but the shipping cost is crazy in our country and considering l am a high school student and had to buy these from my own school scholarship money,these really cost a fortune.So l haven't bought an album for the last 5 months.Now since bts is making a comeback,l am going to order their compact version(even the price of standard version had me paralysed lol)

[@strawberry-uz9ok]

@@borntobereal2004 For the bts album, same!! Including shipping, $70 dollars for an album 😭😭 But I guess it is a recap for all of their abums. I also plan to get the compact version :)

[@K-247]

I do understand, and I do also have a similar problem just like this. It’s hard to find the storage to put all these albums, especially if I don’t have enough room. I’ve thought about it before, and I also had to limit myself with the physical albums. I only collect all of the albums from certain groups, and depending on the album if I really love it or not and the amount of versions, I’ll buy just one version or purchase the whole set. I also limit myself from buying from a wide range of different groups because once I start collecting them, I’ll start to get used to it. And that is why I currently, only collect certain albums (the ones I really like the most). I really think the music is great, I just have to chose which albums I like the best, then I buy it.

[@andresbarrientos7732]

we get what you say about giving a time to shine but I have to recognize that you are way different from most of them, I feel just so relaxed watching your videos, your videos have a unique style and we love that

[@junedee]

Im totally here for YOU and not just the unboxings!☠ Totally get you.I dont have even near the amount of albums/merch u do but I do have other collections and I know that claustrophobic feeling.it sucks. I hope your setup brings u joy again

[@pepsigolda]

it is overwhelming and i hope you always put yourself first, katie :)

[@justpeachytt4700]

Completely understandable. I’ve been downsizing a lot of my collections as well. With all the different versions, POB, and limited releases companies make are just too much T-T you don’t have to collect everything to be a fan. I’ve actually found myself a lot happier just focusing on the actual content/music the groups put out rather than the collecting aspect of it. :)

[@a.c.eshacchi3069]

As a multi stan, I only recently started getting more albums to my collection bc I'm finally able to buy them more easily than before. However, since I like to collect way too many different things, I personally limited the amount of albums I wanna buy: for me the look/photobook of the album matters the most since I don't use the cd's + I buy many as second hand. Multiple versions are exhausting since albums aren't cheap...jewel cases are pretty great but yeah, it's still a lot. Also, I realized that I certainly do not need every single thing my fav artist puts out so now I don't worry too much. I love your unboxings and your vids are my main source when I try to think do I want a certain album or not. But it's good to downsize if its needed!

[@rosealeeya]

i hope u know that u are doing really great!❤️ it’s good to prioritizing yourself first~ photocards/collecting can wait ^^

[@blueothered]

oh, how lovely to see yourself on videos 🥰. i really understand this. the amount of albums available and things makes me very anxious and with fomo.

[@lookitsdanielle]

I love watching your videos, so I'll watch them regardless of if they're unboxings or other things :) This is totally understandable! My collection is nowhere near as large as yours, but I've been considering downsizing mine too. I love opening the albums and supporting groups I like, but it does become a lot when you like so many groups and there are soooo many versions these days. It's hard to make the decision on who to cut down on when you have a lot of groups you like who aren't necessarily "ult" level so I'm really happy for you being able to do that! It's inspiring me to get more serious and try to cut mine down a bit too :)

[@ellenawhite3770]

I totally get you! My collection is tiny compared to yours, but already I have literally run out of room to store albums and it's very frustrating :( It's your collection so you do what is right for you!

[@badwolf6307]

I totally understand your motives Katie, I'm sorry you don't have enough space but I'll keep cheering for your videos and unboxings cause I love to see it always wishing you the best 💜💙

[@danielrubinstein896]

I totally get your point, i need to slow down on buying albums, maybe just pc's cuz they take up small spaces

[@Bubbbblesxoxo]

Love this for you! You should feel happy and comfortable with what you’re buying, I completely understand wanting to drop back! Could you make a video about who you’re currently collecting, and your collection goals etc? I love watching those types of videos!

[@min1705]

I understand what you mean about wanting it all when you buy an album. I HAVE to have all the versions too. My problem though is the fact that when I start collecting a group, I just have to collect all the members. Its a nightmare and I'm definitely thinking about downsizing too because at the end of the day collecting is a hobby for me. I have to start prioritising my life because I plan on quitting my current job and making some changes in my life too..

[@aliya-lim]

I’m a K-pop fan from 2011 and still , if I buy a new album, I choose only one version , because at least I already get it, I already support the group. So, as for me, it’s okay to get one version (most favourite) one. We really love all of your videos. And totally understand your opinion. And you are right, sometimes we need to make some priorities in our life ☺️💕

[@rhi967]

i know exactly what you mean about the versions!! i've strictly kept multiple version collecting for my top 10 groups, it can be very expensive (i ult loona and dreamcatcher and now they BOTH do 4 versions) and like you mentioned, it takes up so much room.

[@ChantaleMoon]

Heyy! I totally get you! Thanks so much for all your content so far - it’s funny because actually I’ve grown alongside with you. I used to watch all your videos to try and see my ideal version when picking which single version of an album to buy … but funny enough my obsession has since grown and now I, too, need all versions of my groups, so I have to wait to watch your unboxing vids until after mine arrive so I don’t spoil the photobooks! Lol such a crazy KPop world we live in, haha. I kept telling myself that if SVT came out with more than three versions this time I would only get just one but here I am counting my loonies to be able to afford all five >_< I found you through a SVT unboxing video by the way! Anyhoo. Thanks again. Excited to see what else your channel(s) bring!

[@aelnor]

i totally understand why you had to downsize, collecting albums is making me struggle too. i've always enjoyed listening to your thoughts about the releases, maybe you could consider some chatty videos. btw you look very pretty!

[@fireruby1882]

I’m really glad you’ve drawn the line haha because I know I’m a stranger but with all the comebacks for the past 7-8 months I was worried about your wallet🥲I can’t even afford one album right now. I can’t imagine the stress of a collector. Really smart of you to have a game plan now and we true fans respect that! Can’t wait to see what you do with your channel and your variety of content! (Love the hair btw very pretty) I’m excited for these comebacks but freaking jealous of anyone who can afford 😭

[@ishasaravanan3698]

totally understandable! i just took the plunge a couple weeks ago and bought my first albums ever (nct). but im in canada, like you, and the shipping fees and the overall price that it can end up being for just a few albums shocked me so much that buying them was more stressful than fun - which was not a good feeling. So yeah! Do your thing! I love your videos, they were very helpful when i was choosing what albums to buy and i hope you figure out your storage issue!

[@thisismariaj]

I think we all understand you and actually I love all of your content even if it's not unboxings, I noticed you follow a lot of the same BL actors as me and now you're talking about BL on your second channel and ngl I'm so happy about it hshsh 💖💖💖

[@Ghizlane_06]

we will always support you, its okay to take a break sometimes, and what u will be doing is sort of a break tho from all the unboxing and all, and it is hard keeping up with all grps u stan and buying all their albums it is quite expensive tho, but we love and we will always support all of ur decisions

[@lenari5199]

I haven’t bought any album since Sticker lol. SM is so crazy with all that versions. I limit myself to buy my bias photocard and the digital album to support.

[@martonmanomuhari6091]

OMG I never realised you were this beautiful.🥺🥺💖

[@bleucages]

It's alright that you had to downsize it can be very overwhelming and I'm excited for your other contents besides unboxing! 💗

[@lavonosa]

That's how I used to feel in my old place in Vancouver, it was a half basement place. Its even worse now that I move back home all my albums are in boxes and a few are on my TV stand. 😪

[@KaisPeach_]

downsizing and having rules is a greay thing Katie! never feel pressured. I have a rule were I only collect selfie pcs even if a lenti or something comes with an album I get rid I cant be keeping all these ugly ID cards

[@thevarietypacksnaxx405]

what an absolute queen

[@charnaywiener]

Your reasoning is completely understandable! I relate to the lack of space issues and have to keep some albums on my beside table sometimes 😅 I watch all of your unboxings no matter the group so I its okay if you have to stop collecting some groups!

[@chansbigtoe605]

You look EXTRA PRETTY TODAY??!?!?? Ugh I love you! Okay I'm gonna keep watching this awesome video now lol

[@Sandyg98732]

I'm from India and here literally the shipping fee is expensive than the album itself 😭 I have a small collection with 20 albums since 2019 since it's way hard to buy considering nowadays the customs are just jumping higher and higher. Also I'm just a small youtuber who just loves making k-pop related videos etc. Also everytime I want to watch unboxings i always look at yours cause it's just so calming ❤️❤️ so don't worry Katie , i also am in the same situation with my ults 😂 like especially ateez when they kept on releasing albums back to back when i didn't even receive the previous album 😂 Having a collection is satisfying but having no room for more is really overwhelming 😭😭

[@chubsgcf]

i get that. that’s why i only buy 1 version for comebacks/groups i love. like nct, i was collecting everything, even kihnos but now im only buying 1 version only for cbs. i have nowhere near as many albums as you, i have a bit over 100, but i still agree with everything u said

[@anikarity5913]

I totally understand you situation and i will support your decision, i really enjoyed your vdo's I hope you feel fine soon and yes i also stopped collecting some group bcz of budget and space

[@kaede_jing]

Thanks for your unboxing on Gfriend album, you helped me a lot in deciding which version to buy. I enjoyed your unboxing because of your video quality and your chatting! I am not sure if I should say this... You have completed Gfriend's unboxing........ (sad)

[@neoisfits1612]

it's fine! i was always planning since for me these day's it gets unhealthy for me by collecting some merch, especially photocards >< it's hard, we always come at this point. we understand u katie! stay healthy always

[@lazedaisies]

it's totally understandable for you to stop collecting certain groups due to financial reasons and your limited space. i also have the same issue where idk where to store my albums cos i don't display them so they all just ended up in my cupboard 😂 but it's come to a point where it's getting full. so there's times where i like buying the albums but the hassle of storing them annoys me hahah i know having this channel and receiving those comments maybe be pressuring you but i hope you remember to do whatever YOU want to. i hope you get to achieve your goal to have your own place ❤

[@jimin_bts_pj15]

I’m a fellow K-pop collector I collect all the male k-pop albums and I understand what you’re saying. And I love your videos and I feel like that I’m talking to like a friend giving me opinions about certain albums or photo card collecting and stuff like that and I get where you’re coming from they had to downsize your collection and I feel that. My name is Paul.

[@jennxjisoowinterlvr3643]

I feel ya! I’m tired of seeing bins and bins on my floor ): it really makes me feel uncomfortable the amount of albums that I buy ;-; that I just started only buying pc now instead of albums .

[@michaelwelch6430]

I totally get this! Right now I think there are also certain trends that are just making it way too expensive, difficult, and honestly overwhelming to collect. I myself am a fan of having 1 jewel case version, like ITZY, because I like how they save space, but with every company doing what feels like at least 4 versions, some sort of special edition, and then member jewel cases on top of that, its getting to be too much for collectors. I remember when 3 versions was starting to feel like a lot, but now for big groups it's like greater than 5 at the minimum. I know it makes them a lot of money but IMO it really diminishes the fun of collecting. Hopefully this trend will fade away because for people that collect more than just their ult, its way too much.

[@fluffyshownu]

I can understand how you feel so much

[@demondioma]

K, I'm late to the party, but I'll tell you this. I'm old, like "got into kpop with Rising Sun by DBSK" kinda old. I have actually thrown away albums, I still have a few (a FEW!) old ones left that you can't even find for sale anymore and yet I never even look at them. That's what happened to me. Do I need albums? No, I have Spotify ffs. I have cursed out photo cards and refuse to collect them. I hate multiple editions of albums too - it's the same album, just sell the photo albums and cards separately ugh. Do I still want them? Yes, but only because I like having them, that's it. Pure materialism. It is NOT a good investment and whether people like it or not, kpop doesn't age well, groups come and go, and we fall for every cash milking strategy there is (me included). If you downsize - it's good.

[@faerkle]

Aww srsly gonna miss your unboxing videos but I'll still support you Katie! You are my fav KZbinr. I really love your simple lifestyle and your humbleness 🤍 just have fun with whatever you do and please set in mind that you are always loved 🤍🤍🤍

[@MrSuperjam789]

She's still doing unboxing videos but it'll be at a much slower rate.

[@yuyalinn4010]

I understand how you feel.. cos I also downsize my kpop collection since last year.. I've been collecting kpop albums since 2017 & the kpop albums shelf took half of my room space. I mainly collect EXO & girl groups..

[@leilazoric664]

tbh i totally get you! at the end of the day we have other things to take care of in our lives and kpop is just a small part of it. i stopped collecting albums because i just don't find joy in collecting them and it just takes up so much space. i do buy photocards instead and its way easier to store! also my fave group disbanded so for me there's really no point in collecting stuff anyway!

[@Chuuhaeuun]

We understand you, btw you’re so pretty!

[@Diana-tz6hl]

It's completely fine and please don't feel like you are disappointing anyone because we love watching your videos no matter what kind of video it is, unboxing or not, you are still one of the most comforting kpop youtubers and downsizing your collection its a great thing if it can help you even a bit ♡ We love you!! ( p.s what is the name of your second channel? :)

[@min-ky7sd]

i love you with all my heart UGH

[@titi7440]

Good luck Katie! ♡

[@Meyra_]

a very healthy approach, moderation is beneficial. this might lead to great new approaches for the channel and most importantly your wellbeing besides the practical side of things