I tried Haruki Murakami's 4AM writing routine ☁️☕

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Hello everyone! Welcome to another video. Now, if you remember my 5AM writing (& morning) routine, then you will know that I used to get up super early every morning to write. On top of this, I have been a big Haruki Murakami fan for a very long time. SO, ever since i found out about his early morning, 4AM writing routine I've been curious to give it a go.
This challenge looked like a lot of fun, and I'm so glad I did it! I won't lie, getting up at 4AM every day to write wasn't easy, and sometimes I struggled to be productive, but I felt like I learned so much along the way. Hope you enjoy the video! 💛
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[@sugaryxegnirys]

You gotta remember Murakami said this is a challenge for a set period of time. He said up to 6 months. So if you start small at one week at a time, could you eventually do it for one month? 3 months? on and on... 🤔 Also, for Murakami 5-10am is his work! He spends the rest of the day chillin'. So to try this on top of a full-time job is even more strenuous. Plus if you have a family, there's additional obligations to attend to. I think you did an excellent run at this challenge, so please give yourself a pat on the back ❤

[@kerrykennedy_author]

totally agree. Working full time and trying to do this challenge it's like doing nanowrimo it can be really hard work. Getting up early is find but you know it can actually put pressure on your entire body as the heart needs more rest. So take that into consideration too. For me I used to get up and write at 5 a.m before work and then running etc. I'm actually able to write now 20K words/week by writing in the evening after work and spending time on the weekend and longer stint on the Wednesday.

[@kerrykennedy_author]

I am patting myself on the back, wow to be able to chill after 10H would be fantastic. Have a super great Friday

[@Ssaidak]

Well, Murakami is an athlete too. He trains usually between 6 and over 9 pm. Then he writes till 4 or 5. In the afternoon he makes swimming training too. He is always training for 2 marathons and one triatlon by year.

[@taliw7736]

Exactly 😊

[@jaroslavaart]

I am not very physically strong girl, so according to Haruki Murakami, I probably won't be able to finish writing this comme.....😅

[@imaginationsmusic1985]

*quickly goes to Jaroslava and starts CPR* 🤣

[@ameliaporter98]

Nice 👌🏼

[@Nina21_]

😂 nice one ! The same would happen to me xD

[@zephyrlee9762]

*pant, pant*

[@fairyfarms]

same haha

[@3choblast3r4]

Also try the Brandenson Routine! ... he wakes up at 1pm.. then does some writing till the evening. Takes some family time. Then he games all night ... and then he sleeps till noon again. I prefer that one a lot more. I'll run when I'm dead thank you

[@jamesradcliffe6103]

He actually does a second 4 hour jag after family time when he's working, so he puts in a solid 8 hours. Sorry to disappoint.

[@3choblast3r4]

@@jamesradcliffe6103 completely misread and thought you meant Sanderson jogged after family time for 4 hours lol... Yeah maybe he works more, maybe he takes some time off. Maybe he games when he wakes and then works later. It doesn't really matter. The point is he does what he likes to do, whenever he likes to do it. He just happens to really really love writing. For him writing is likely as exciting as gaming

[@Robyamdam]

and you wonder why you're depressed

[@3choblast3r4]

@@Robyamdam I'm gonna assume that you came here somehow from another comment of mine? It might not be a smart idea to judge people based on a joke comment.

[@t0dd000]

​@@3choblast3r4One would think that, as a writer, writing is as exciting as gaming. Heh. More so, actually. Definitely more rewarding.

[@lizziebkennedy7505]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I couldn’t do it in my 20s. By my early 40s, I loved it. Now if I sleep in (like, while visiting fam at Xmas or something), I feel off. I just love dawn, and writing while the light comes up, and having the written allocation done before the day starts. Different life stages bring different needs and preferences. Also, to get a long form work drafted with a demanding full time job (uni lecturer) I had to be ruthless with ‘when’. This was such an awesome chance to live vicariously- 🙏

[@Maria-zt6up]

I feel a big part of being a writer is planning what you're going to write rather than writing it. It is really rewarding for a reader to read something that is clearly well thought, and I believe it's always easy to tell when an author has done a work of exploration. So, don't underestimate your job just because of the amount of words you wrote. It is much more than that, you did great

[@greyfox4838]

"I feel like the big part of being a writer is the non-writing rather than the writing" lol, whatever you need to tell yourself to justify not writing anything, planning does not happen independently of writing, planning happens when you're writing and deciding what sticks and what doesn't

[@yeehaw6370]

@@greyfox4838 Some people prefer to write with the guidance of a more concrete and detailed plan. Others prefer to make up things for their stories on the spot in the middle of writing. It's all just personal preference dude, no need to get all pissy

[@christy-anne-jones]

@@greyfox4838 I think it's important to remember that everyone works differently. In my opinion, there's a lot more to writing than just sitting in front of a computer screen and typing. Planning, research, analysis of other forms of creative media, lived experience (and so much more) all feed into it. The 18 months I spent planning this story, researching this story and developing this story BEFORE I got the headspace to write it has been essential to the process.

[@rolanddeschain6089]

Oh, some of the best known, most brilliant authors in the history of literature would contradict you there. For them, it is/was about the flow. The irrepressible power of imagination. Planning meant/means for them to limit themselves. As if you see a loved one again after a long time and then, when you run towards each other, make a plan how to hug, when to kiss, how and for how long. Their stories and characters need to breathe, not move along a framework. But of course that doesn't mean in any way that it's the "right" way to write. Some authors make detailed plans. Some don't. For others it's a mix.

[@syasyaishavingfun]

I read webnovels and weekly mangas, some writers can make it work not having a plan and just write whatever cool thing they can think of (usually the novels/mangas are just wishfulfillment powertrip so plot doesn't matter much, for example One Piece), while others crash and burn when they write themselves into a corner. But some of them are clearly planned from the start and the story is always the most satisfying, like Attack on Titan. But whatever you do, just have fun.

[@alainadacosta1222]

This video was so cozy, I love the warm and low light throughout. This reminded me of getting up super early when I'd procrastinated on uni papers or to study for an exam last minute

[@ratthatsmilesback7772]

I’m only sixteen but I’ve been working on novels for a little over a year now, and it’s currently summer so I’m going to try to make some kind of routine! Usually, I just write when I feel like it but that doesn’t seem to be working very well. Your videos are very inspiring!!

[@NububuChan]

Good luck!

[@princessthyemis]

Here's an EXCELLENT tip I picked up: write 15 minutes a day to get you into the zone! Even if it's just fifteen minutes or you get inspired to write more, it's a fantastic way to make a routine. Another similar piece of advice I picked up recently blew my mind: just write three sentences. Just three! They'll get your curiosity, motivation, and creative drive all fired up! The best of luck!

[@ratthatsmilesback7772]

@@princessthyemis I’ll def try this, thank you so much!!

[@Ruylopez778]

I recommend the video 'Turning Pro' by Storytellers. It explains Steven Pressfield's book about 'resistance'. Essentially, a 'professional' mindset still feels fear, (resistance) but they do it anyway, knowing that inspiration will come after they start, where the 'amateur' will wait for "inspiration" and spend time procrastinating or never even start. Joyce Carol Oates also has great advice on routines (such as morning pages). Of course, not everyone can fit into routines, and that's OK, too.

[@amandine2153]

@@Ruylopez778 Haha, i do that exact same procrastinating thing waiting for inspiration to hit, but i find that more ideas arise as I'm writing the segment rather than waiting for weeks or even months to come to a small conclusion. I thought that was a reckless thing to do so I've been stopping myself from it, but if that's what you meant, I now know to do it more often so thanks lol

[@KathleenxCatherine]

it is incredible the perseverance you have on this one!! As a night owl naturally myself as well, I totally admire that you went through with this.

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you! It was such a challenge hahah 💀

[@KathleenxCatherine]

@@christy-anne-jones Well, thank you for pushing though. it is a video that I believe that many of us needed as a motivation as well!

[@cloudyyy_0.0]

As a student i have wake at 3:am to do anything writting related, thats to say i don't hang out with friends or family 🥂 i got stuck again and was searching up for some videos and your videos popped up. Im so happy

[@xiaoye7624]

It’s so interesting to see you doing this challenge.😆 Sometimes I think doing challenge is also a good way to learn that you are NOT able to do something, and instead, to find the ways that suit you best.

[@shimah_matrix]

Christy your channel is the epitome of bookish love! You serve us with such glorious content! Thank you and have a blessed life!🌸

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you so much! 😊💛

[@Ruylopez778]

I think this routine would be easier with a novel (compared to articles or short stories), because you can just pick up where you left off. It reminds me of Hemingway's advice; do your writing in the morning, and then spend the rest of the day doing something other than thinking about your writing. I remember reading a quote somewhere about how much Murakami writes in a day, and it's not an insane amount of words for the length of time. And it sounds like he then has to revise quite a lot. I think it's a pretty easy routine if we assume that much of that writing will get cut or revised. Perhaps it's just about hitting the flow state and not worrying too much about output quality?

[@xatrionx]

i do think your question has a veiled answer in his interview statement. from mesmerization springs flow.. good catch

[@Nina21_]

As someone who's not good with routines and an ''all over the place'' person too, i'm so proud of you Christy ! You did great 👏

[@valala2987]

I think the idea of combining exercise with your writing routine is actually genius. A lot of people focus mainly on the writing process itself without thinking about outside factors like exercise and diet which most definitely effect how efficiently our brains work. Getting regular exercise and maybe a balanced diet might actually be a great way to increase both the quality and quantity of your work. Of course don't start out as crazy as Murakami. You don't have to be a marathon runner to become a writer. A nice 30 min jog, some other kind of cardio or even just a nice hour-long walk can have a very big impact on your mental health. Also, I like the idea of getting the most important things done first thing in the morning. Of course in Murakami's case that meant getting up at 4 am to get some writing done before work but if you are more flexible (for example when you start work later because you work shifts or you are a full time writer) you don't have to wake up that early. Murakami's schedule essentially boils down to sleep for 7 hours, write 5-6 hours before work, exercise in the morning, work, have fun, go to sleep. If you look at it that way I think it looks much more doable.

[@dyanisb]

I read my first Murakami novel a few days ago and I got really interested in him, his brain, values etc. It's all so fascinating. Thanks for this, i love routines and I think this is kinda good too --getting up early, exercising, jazz and sleeping early, I love this stuff. Thank for creating this

[@emmajane8393]

I loved watching this! “Listening to jazz music” really got me ahahah

[@toribrooks7308]

I'm so glad you did the challenge! I've been aware of other Booktubers doing it, but none of them have read Murakami like you have, so I've been waiting for this video of yours without knowing it. :D This was fantastic. Excellent work!

[@nalublackwater9729]

All those routines are well and good, but I've always seen that the "work" activity is missing. Having special routines of waking up at 4am and such are good for people who can live from their writing and also live in a quiet place where they can sleep whenever they need it, but for those who still have to keep a "real job" to pay the bills and have to live in apartments where neighbors won't shut up until almost midnight and ther's constant activity in the early morning... it's a bit tricky. Just search what works for you.

[@emersongrace4815]

turning the internet off was a stroke of a brilliance!! I swear it sounds so silly but that's why I can never get up early !! I'm too tired that early to resist --- thank you for the video, it was quite lovely

[@gracetrace]

I thrive as a night owl. However, have to say that getting up early on the weekend (I wake up before 6am for work on weekdays) to exercise before the daytime heat sets in made SUCH a difference in my day, that I am making it a goal to do so on the weekends. It's sickening, I don't know who I am. But all to say, thanks for filming the challenge - we can all relate on some level

[@Ssaidak]

Also Murakami was living in the night for years.

[@Natalie_is_typing]

I'm preparing myself for Camp Nanowrimo in july, so this was super entertaining. I love the feeling of community I get from writer social media because it can be so so isolating. Thanks Christy :)

[@christy-anne-jones]

Oh that's exciting! Best of luck with your writing 😊💛

[@bhimprabhagandhi]

I love to watch her face again and again. Such a positive being with positive vibration. Thanks for inpsiring our lives.

[@alictina]

Heey, nice experiment :) but I am sure Haruki Murakami actually wakes up this early because of the sunrise, not the hour itself. It would be cool to see if you wake up with the sun. Here is a quote of his from South of the Border, West of the Sun - "Every morning, when the sun rises in the east, you go out to work in your fields. When it's directly overhead, you take a break for lunch. When it sinks in the west, you go home to sleep..."

[@Ssaidak]

He says he maintains the some routine in all the seasons, and thinks half of his life as a writer or more he has been living in Boston. Boston or Tokyo, in winter you dont see the sun arises at the some time. You dont see the sun in Tokyo till 8 or more in the winter. And also he is always saying that the first thing he does everyday its training for the next marathon and triatlon, and that you need be there before there a lot of people in the parks. Sometimes he runs in the afternoon too, but he is usually training in the morning till 8 or 9. Depends of the phase of the training.

[@Ssaidak]

and also say that he past part of his life writing in the morning after closing the bar, and also in the bar when was quiet. sleeping by day and being awake all night working, smoking insanely, in a night bar when they have a lot of underground moments, as its having a night bar in Kabukicho, known by being the yakuza district. So one day he decided leaving smoking and at the some time have a pretty healthy life. But he passed a lot of years sleeping by day and having a lot of action in the nights.

[@sara4838]

this video feels magical

[@MK-ms8cc]

I'm a Japanese subscriber! Hope you'll have a lovely trip in Japan ☺️🫶

[@8ksPny]

I remember that the video that got me into your channel was your 5am writing routine. It was my introduction to day in the life type of videos. Thanks, Christy! ♥️

[@miccocruz]

I love this so much. It almost felt like ASMR in terms of how chill and comforting it was, plus there was so much substance in this video. New sub, and excited to binge your other vids c:

[@christy-anne-jones]

Thank you so much everyone for the love on this video! 💛💛 Travel with me to Japan!! Now open to book! ~ bit.ly/3NoyR5G

[@sobrevivirparacontarla2237]

I'm from Ecuador. Can I go?

[@christy-anne-jones]

@@sobrevivirparacontarla2237 Absolutely! The trip doesn't include flights so anyone from anywhere can go 😊

[@wilkinsonrg]

I would love to go, but here in Florida I'm 13 hours behind Tokyo... I'd be getting over my jet lag just as the trip would be ending! 😅

[@eatwhatyouread663]

I can't believe you did the challenge! I find Murakami's method quite exciting. I'm similar to you, when to write, when to work and then still have a fresh mind for it. There's a thought bubbling up in my head to do this challenge too.... haha 🤭

[@tokyotrashvlog]

Your vlogs are so relaxing and nice. Love the calm, bookish feeling here!

[@samihahyder7384]

Girl looking at the hard work you gave in this video I think it's underrated.I just have this thing to share,Here you talk about writing as a thoughtful,planned process...and I'm hearing all this when I don't even journal on a daily basis.But I want to get into the habit of writing so well thought process kinda freaks me out.Can you make a video on this topic/What were the things that helped you got started

[@tomc8693]

That kettle is so freaking cool, ngl.

[@mariana_plima]

Oh, I really enjoyed watching that video!I'm in a very busy week of writing, and your video inspired me. I'd love to see more writing challenge videos!

[@craftyreads]

I love your dedication Christy, I would not be able to do this at all.

[@sunsetlover.6196]

I literally just ordered a bunch of his work lol. Talk about perfect timing. Great video 💕

[@valetorres0781]

I love this kind of videos, It's so nice

[@kara1852]

The filming and editing are so beautiful. ❤

[@GlaizaJournals]

I like your desk 😍 I can just stand up when I get tired of sitting

[@routebusaroundtheworldno2489]

Hi I'm Japanese living near Tokyo and I'm struggling to become a published writer as well. I had such a great encounter by chance to meet Mr.Haruki Murakami in a Cafe at Ebisu, a part of Tokyo, June 2009. What a coincidence! Of course he didn't know me at all. He was sitting alone on the chair facing the street and reading quietly Elmore Leonard's new release of that time. I didn't know for sure but he read "Road dogs" in English version. He hasn't translated it yet though. Anyway, please do go and stop by The Haruki Murakami Library if you go to Tokyo.

[@angelyn.archive]

Love loveee the quality and the soundtracks!!

[@sophiamaria1296]

I'll try out a different schedule to get up earlier and write! So many writers do that, writers who have morning jobs and I just really want to try this out! Thanks so much for this video, it was very inspiring!

[@Narja23]

I used to have a really early morning writing routine when I was writing my phd thesis, too : wake up at 4 AM, working from 4:30 to 12 and then rest (or walk, or go see people) the rest of the day until 7:30 PM ^^ (I need my 8hours of sleep) This kind of rythm would have been really hard to maintain if I've had another work on top of that, like you ; and I think it probably would be hard to keep it if you don't have a big project going on : since my phd defense, I'm not able to wake up before 7AM despite still heading to my bed early : I think doing that everyday for months and months is probably difficult to sustain. I did it for five years, and I"m SO happy to wake up "late" at 7AM now *w*

[@Ssaidak]

but Murakami wakes up for training for marathons. He starts writtng over 9 am till 4 or 5 pm.

[@MerryEveryday]

"What I talk about when I talk about running" is my FAVOURITE book!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Kittiecat]

Love this

[@thecozyfeather]

I would have failed just the getting up part so this is super impressive haha loved the challenge and would love to see more!

[@andreadaga]

Wow Christy, I admire you so much for what you did in this video, and also hope you got the rest you needed afterwards. I do need to get back into a routine, so this was definitely good inspiration 💛 By the way, I find the part about writing articles really fascinating and would love to read them if they get published. Please keep us updated on that!

[@authorjgamber]

This video was so cute! Really enjoyed it. Relaxing, funny and encouraging. Gonna work on my sci-fantasy novel this afternoon and try to be productive! (Sadly for me, to do the morning writing routine means waking up around 3 AM before my 6 AM factory shift and getting perhaps 2 hrs of tired writing time, but I may try it again soon as it's worked before.)

[@laurencydni]

this is my first time coming across your channel and all of your shots are a cinematic masterpiece!

[@NurNiazz]

It’s 04:40 in the morning. And here I am sitting and learning about Murakami’s writing routine. Still haven’t been to bed yet :(

[@magorzatarasz3988]

HI Christy, I really like your vlog about reading books and this Murakami wake up challlenge vlog is great !! Really motivates twice to get up early and focus on my everyday works to do in my schedule. Thanks!

[@YourTrueShelf]

I don't think I could handle 4am, or going to bed quite so early!! My job wouldn't let me start that early as I have consultations all day and nobody would want that at 4am 😅 Although I know a couple of mums who get up that early to have some time to themselves before the kids are up. More challenges would be fun 😊 I just read my first Murakami (the running book) & thought it was great.

[@dulcepires]

oh what a challenge!! 4am is a little agressive :D. congratulations for the effort, and for the experience.

[@hashimal-sughayer9036]

Easily the best booktube video of 2022!

[@kiranreader]

props to you for doing this challenge!! gosh waking up at 4am!!!!

[@lyingapril]

your videos inspire me to read and try new things and have fun with it everytime. youre so genuinely fun to watch and are so lovely thank u for always making lovely videos! these challenge videos are super fun!

[@taliw7736]

Seems absolutely torture like but i can understand the benefit of how marukmi writes and excersizes / progresses his book writing

[@mayra__ar]

I don't know why I got this video recommended but I also love Murakami's books and I studied Literature at university to pursue a writing career. Anyhow, just wanted to say: Greetings from Colombia 👋🏻

[@traceythibault4946]

It's fall here in Canada 🇨🇦 and I been trying to get up at 8:00 AM to start writing and I also Try to get a workout in too and I can't believe I get both done and sometimes I start writing at 8:00 AM and don't finish it until 2:35 AM that's what my day is like I love it that's how much I love writing 📓🖋😀🩷🩵

[@ashleyturner6644]

Came for the dope writing vlog; subscribed for the designer board games on your bookshelf. Classy af.

[@lemontart8601]

Ohhhh i love long vlogss🥰🥰😍😍😍 hope you are doing well💛

[@BlackHermit]

I love this routine! But not forever. For a month or two. That's it. As a writer, I love monthly challenges.

[@bethomas1837]

I think there's something to finding great success on the last day of a challenge psychologically. I swear I've actually read about this before, but I'm inclined to believe you are motivated to end on the right foot, especially knowing that tomorrow you will be able to return to your comfort zone.

[@princessthyemis]

Ooooo I was just thinking about your videos the other day! So cool you have uploaded another one!

[@Erika-pq7ip]

Oh wow this is my first video of you and your videos are totally up my alley, so you just gained a new subbie🥰🥰

[@joliebunny88]

This video arrived at the perfect time! I just started working full-time and am really annoyed by the fact that I seem to have no time and energy left after work for going to the gym/reading/basically doing anything worthwhile or having a sort of nice work-leisure-balance. So inspired by you (and Murakami) I’ve just decided to turn things around and start with my workout early in the morning - I’m going to start next week lol Btw it would have been nice if you had continued the challenge until Sunday, just to see if you’re more productive without the usual workload on the weekend and as you were just getting used to your new routine, maybe a few more days would have made a big difference. :) Still, it was a fun challenge to watch and I’m very excited to try it out soon 🤗

I'm having a mental breakdown just by watching you do this challenge so I can only imagine what must have been like to rework your entire brain schedule for a week. Amazing content!

[@danahslade6179]

Oh hey, you are in Adelaide also. Great video, I'm struggling with the opposite writing routine being that I write until 4am and fall asleep to the dump trucks. Currently drinking twinnings green tea as well, absolutely the superior tea!

[@diane8364]

I really enjoyed watching this video ! Thank you 🥰

[@hollyhernandez6321]

So glad that I just found your channel! Btw, I am loving your top in the beginning of the video :)

[@knygodzungli]

Thank you, Christy! It was really interesting to watch ❤️

[@t0dd000]

4am is a magic hour. It's so quiet. It's dark to a subtle glow in the summer time. But, to do for any length of time, you have to go to bed at a reasonable hour. 4am and 5am is our more natural clock, of course. I got up at 5am sharp for a couple decades. Now, I'm more lazy and out of tune. It also helps to delay food to 10 or 11am and keep it to two meals. I eat at 11am and 6pm. Also, this routine is harder for young adults and teens since they generally require more sleep. So that's an add-on to your struggles.

[@dewilaras2357]

I LooOvEe ur writing vlog!! Thnkyou for being u!✨ Hope u & ur fam stay healthy.

[@emzistar]

So wish I could join the Japan trip. I work in a school at the moment so can't take time off during term time :( hope you run another one in future when I'm a full time writer!

[@yoana-juliabataklieva9488]

You have such a healthy lifestyle. I admire you for that! (I am saying that even though you are making the waking up at 4 am challenge)

[@doriangel97]

I’m gonna try this but gonna change those things you mentioned, waking up with the sun and then exercising to keep my mind going for the rest of the day lol

[@MariaMilenovasArt]

I love it, though I feel the video could've been compressed into 12min or something. But I really like how genuine it is

[@princessthyemis]

The sunrise is THAT EARLY in Toyko?!???! omgggg! I'd hate that haha! I'd definitely get blackout curtains lol!

[@Ssaidak]

Only in Summer. But Murakami has been living in Boston half of his life as a writer.

[@sanne_v]

oh my gosh, i might try this!!

[@stephanies9368]

You inspire me so much :D I am an aspiring writer from Canada. Sending you much love

[@АнастасияЧигина]

I don't know how it's working, but i searched Haruki Murakami's book 3 days ago and today i find your video. It's destini.

[@namoreads]

I love your attempts, though. So determined 😁

[@nilayustun]

Great video :)

[@nancyedwards4847]

I bet it went fine. Peaceful

[@kvart.]

First thing you need to have as a writer or just an artist is a clear understanding of yourself, your thoughts and feelings. You need to have a strong connection with your inner world to have an ability to express it in the words. So using any timetables of other people is just about seeable lack of this connection.

[@ザゲナイ]

Come to Sapporo next time!!

[@marieromero3979]

If you're asleep by 8pm at the latest, 4am is fresh start with a cuppa

[@ma_niz]

I want to try this challenge too. Getting over the cicardian rythym hump will be the worst during this sunny time of summer in the US midwest.

[@toribrooks7308]

Also I'm currently reading Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love, which Murakami must have riffed on for his running book. I'm curious if he has any Carver references! I've read a lot of Murakami, but not that one yet since I've heard it really heavily discusses running vs writing, but it's on the TBR of course since I must read all Murakami!

[@irinairinaa211]

This is the most inspirational video i saw in a while. ❤ So glad i discovered your channel! ❤ I really feel motivated after watching the video and already gave you a follow.. 😍😍

[@17caria]

watching this after a terrible night of insomnia hits different.

[@VITORB82]

Loved this video

[@tejaswinisureshkrishnan4228]

Sadly I cannot join the trip. But pleeeeease make vlogs and do insta live streams from the trip so I can feel like I'm there🥺❤

[@PaperPalace]

Absolutely loved this video

[@RaisingAnanya]

This video really inspire me write more😍

[@ekureedafedaniel2622]

I will love to try

[@jayoopatwardhan4040]

In this interview I find HM missing ! You managed to fool me with the title

[@katien3022]

This is so cozy! It’s making me tired thinking about doing it tho 😂 Where is that electric kettle from that lights up blue while heating? That is so cool!

[@lin90210]

Our refuse collectors in the UK collect our refuse during working hours. Yours are super early lol

[@laralopes8619]

Your necklace is so beautiful. Can you say where you got it? I've been seeing that type of leaf several times in the past year and I feel very drawn to it, maybe like a sign or something. I've been loving your videos. Love from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@anialiseuse]

Great challenge, i will try it 👍