busy work week in my life: getting stressed + managing it, always pan unboxing, & new office chair!

[@caeli-rosewhite7347]

My apartment advice would be LESS IS MORE! I understand it’s a studio and there is space to fill but even when you didn’t have that space in your last place, I feel like you try to create every “room” inside one room. Like a dining area, a living room area, a study space, a vanity. I feel like there’s a table in every single corner! And now you’re talking about adding a couch and ANOTHER coffee table, that’ll have your desk/vanity , tv stand table, work table and dining corner table all next to them. Less is way more! So as a fix, I’d definitely say find a cute couch that can either back up into your bed, or have 3-4 ft of walking space between, with a coffee table in front of the couch, mount the tv, hide the cords and have NOTHING below the tv! Maybe a floor plant to the side to distract from the fact that there’s no “tv stand”. Decorate UP! Hang things, make the room feel lighter by bringing the eye up. All of the tables and seating options make the room SO heavy feeling!!

[@brigitte6157]

Exactly, thank u

[@evewiens]

Yess love this advice! I live in a studio myself and less is truly more. A bed is obvi crucial, and a couch to relax in with maybe a small coffee table, but then leave it to one table for your other needs (my table is dining table, office, vanity, and work spot) and it works great. Hang stuff on the walls and add plants and hide the clutter and any cords you got and you elevate it 🙏🏻

[@ameerfinnegan3588]

I guess im asking the wrong place but does anybody know of a way to log back into an instagram account? I stupidly forgot my password. I would love any tips you can give me!

[@kylosimon373]

@Ameer Finnegan instablaster =)

[@ameerfinnegan3588]

@Kylo Simon i really appreciate your reply. I found the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. I see it takes quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

[@FloraGoodman]

i saw a quote the other day about “working from home” not “living at work” and i feel like thats super important to remember when we’re fully remote and trying to set boundaries between personal time and work time

[@karenvestergaard1571]

I think getting outside, even for a quick 5min walk can really boost your mood. Especially so since you live and work alone.

[@cchip4660]

Your rant about having work on top of work and feeling unaccomplished is EXACTLY how I feel right now, so it was helpful for me to hear someone talk about going through something similar. So definitely don't feel bad about unloading :)

[@kristee.vetter]

❤️❤️

[@crushlibrary]

I really loved the shot of you up on the roof talking about why you love the city. I'm living at home right and am CRAVING that sort of "independent living in a new city" lifestyle.

[@rachelj221]

All I can focus on is the milk in the peppermint tea :-) never seen this in my life ha ha . Great video as always

[@aliciadear]

Hi Kristee! I’m commenting because I saw the snarky comment about your decor style lol. I feel like we have VERY similar taste in furniture/style! I’m finally in my own grown up apartment after living with roommates for years and decorating my own place has been an undertaking! It feels SO hard to spend big money on decor and furniture pieces! For a long time I found myself buying small decor items that didn’t really do enough for my space or I’d make some compromise with myself to buy an item that was cheaper than what I really wanted. While I still use a lot of white, pink, and gray, I found that bringing in more natural wood tones (besides just my floors) and fake greenery made SUCH a difference in warming up my space and making it a place I really enjoy. I also use some strategically placed twinkle lights and lots of warm lamps that somehow reduce my feelings of stress! One cheap thing I did to make sure I liked the wood tone thing was finding really high quality textured wood contact paper to redo the tops of my nightstands. And I already told you about mounting my tv which made my smaller tv console table look good! I am loving watching your space take shape and am excited for when you find yourself a good cozy couch and are able to feel more settled! I think that will help your stress level a lot!

[@naehova]

We come here to see your real life and experiences and venting is a part of that. I’m glad that you are genuine and share the good stuff AND the challenges - it’s much more relatable, we all have ups and downs. It’s good that you are grateful for your privileges but also recognizing what you are feeling and being proactive about it. Pandemic life amplifies stress, so remember to make time for yourself to relax and do things you enjoy often 💝

[@heyyyyyy2546]

Working on multiple projects and not having a way to filter out stress is something I still struggle with too, but work on. What helps me is realizing I haven’t slept enough 🤷🏽‍♀️ but try to get me time after long days. So glad to hear it from another every once in a while. Also YUM to that HelloFresh meal 🥘

[@324dani]

Why don’t you use your desk for actual work and move your makeup to the bathroom lol

[@dreamycalm]

Or get a big desk to serve as both? Lol with enough drawers to hide the makeup

[@lizrob92]

I understand wanting to have a vanity and natural light to get ready. But maybe putting the make up drawers in the cupboard attached to the desk would make it accessible still but cleaner looking?

[@sarahloohoo2312]

I don't keep my makeup in the bathroom either. I don't have a lot of drawer space on my sink and I refuse to let it sit on top of the sink next to the toilet (and poop particles).

[@SophieHelyn]

It can also affect your makeup if you keep it in a bathroom with the heat and humidity

[@SarahxNicole]

A nicer desk just for work would change your work environment so much

[@xoxofearlessgirl8892]

I relate so much to you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with too much going on and not balancing it well. I'm so stressed and feel like I constantly have stuff to do but I know I need a break so I'm being selfish and having a full day off as I know it'll help me in the long run.

[@marilynsworld9898]

Loved this video! I can so relate to stress and how to manage it. I think we’re all going through our own struggles during this pandemic. I’ve been a little too hard on myself lately when it comes to my emotions, but I’ve realized we have to let ourselves feel how we feel! No struggle is invalid. Keep being you girl! Love all your videos. They’re so inspiring!

[@olbird7647]

I've never had the added pressure of doing social media but I've juggled full-time work and as a single mum and even added a return to uni as a mature student to really torture myself silly 🙄 When starting new jobs I always find that it takes a good month or so for everything to really slot into place with eachother after tweaks to make it work. Sometimes something just has to give because there just aren't enough hours and even on a daily basis there are always work tasks that take a lot longer than expected that throw the best laid plans. I find priority matrixes really helpful- for overall weekly and daily plans and to incorporate pesky changes.

[@lexy773]

Hey Kristee! I’m going through something similar right now with my workload and seeing you talk about burnout makes me feel like my own feelings are valid. I love seeing all the exciting parts of your life, while also getting to see you openly share your struggles 🥰❤️ It makes us all feel a little more human!

[@kristee.vetter]

🙌🏻💗

[@Rebecca-23]

The view is amazing !! I could sit there and watch the snow and rain all day !!

[@ThatmMonsterEmily]

For me and my job there's always something that didn't get done by EOD and I was worrying about it instead if relaxing. Ive also been working from home and realized it's because I used to unwind in my commute home to music or podcasts or whatever. I'm trying to get a workout in right after work or a short walk to stand in as my "commute" and hopefully that will start helping.

[@kristee.vetter]

yes I feel this! switch modes on your brain is a challenge haha

[@olbird7647]

That's a really good point! I used to travel a lot in my previous role and peeps always wondered how I could stand the amount of driving and being sat in traffic- but that was my wind-down time so it really didn't bother me 😊

[@playmeplaylists]

Hey Kristee, my therapist had me do a "Kelsey's Hierarchy of Needs" of Maslow's theory. It helped me conceptualize the idea that I cannot work on my job, my passion projects, if I'm not taking care of the basic needs. It helps me also notice burnout before it gets really bad. Maybe that would help you with your overworking?

[@kristee.vetter]

Love this!! Thank you for sharing 🙌🏻

[@olbird7647]

Sadly, my hierarchy of needs exclusively involves cake 🤷‍♀️

[@cgvinylstudio3478]

OMG, Kristee, I know exactly how you feel. I essentially have two jobs outside of my "regular" full time job as an accountant (and it's tax season) so feel free to vent away about your stress. Very relatable for many of us, I'm sure. Having balance is the hardest thing! I'm literally typing this from an elliptical. Ha! Love your channel!

[@dani23dani85]

Love your videos!!! Thank you for taking the time to film for us. I totally understand feeling overwhelmed...story of my life...... Hang in there. Go out for a walk!!!! It makes me feel so good!

[@Brookegraham1234]

don’t mind when you vent at all, anytime youtubers are honest it’s actually relaxing and refreshing. Reminds me we literally all feel the same way. Also, don’t feel like you have to upload vids on a strict schedule if you need more time since you have the pod every Tuesday. I know brand ones are different but like in general I would be happy just to have even one a week to watch. Loving the apt though and how real/but happy your content has been lately!

[@SoniaHTVids]

Dont be hard on yourself ❤️ its okay to vent on your channel, especially in these times🤍 love your content, take time for yourself and keep up the amazing work girl🤗

[@JYYB]

I loving the business outfit in the beginning!! The turtle neck with the gold jewelry is beautiful on you!!

[@clubsage16]

I have the same gray desk chair and had the same issues with the holes not lining up lmao, but I use it for work and sit there all day and its extremely comfortable!!

[@beebeeme2023]

aaah I was fooled by IG and some YTers too. That pan sucks. It's cute - yes, it is non stick - somewhat yes, it's heavy AF ABSOLUTELY. You add some liquid in it and it can break your wrist lifting it. The lid fyi gets SUPER hot and if you touch the lid when you're trying to pull from the top be careful or else it will burn you. The metal handle is also a cluster, since if you grab it short of the limited coated area you'll also get burned by the metal piece.

[@kristee.vetter]

I havent had those problems so far but I will be careful! Thanks

[@thefoodwench4848]

I’m not biased and don’t sell this product but as a caterer I swear by Princess house pans. Even the non stick product can still be used it it’s chipped as the material goes all the way down, I use them a lot in my business. I also like the copper chef products and they are safe to use when scratched too😀. Just my 2 cent lol

[@beam2836]

I was feeling the impulse to buy one during the sale but then I searched on reddit first and I'm so glad I did. Apparently the coating chips a ton and it doesn't really make sense to glorify "one pan" when most meals require multiple things cooking at once. Cute marketing is insidious cuz they really almost had me fooled!

[@samanthashev]

I've only had the pan since Christmas and the non stick coating is already coming off!!! And I follow all of their recommendations to preserve it

[@Sarah79560]

You can’t even put it in the oven! For $150 it doesn’t do enough. For so much less you can get a cast iron pan that will do both. Or a quality German made skillet(still under $100) that is nonstick and lighter weight if that is important. I am not saying I don’t get swayed by insta ads a lot but the over saturation of these when they are not great quality is crazy!!!!!

[@emmajlz363]

been watching you for the longest time but barely ever comment. keep doing you. your life is so beautiful and REAL because you share some of the not so beautiful parts

[@SamElle]

Heck yeaaa, a 30 minute vlog to start off my Sunday!!!

[@kristee.vetter]

🎉

[@creativemelanin]

I’m convinced Kristee isn’t going to listen to our decor advice 🥴😂

[@kristee.vetter]

I read and consider everyone’s advice but at the end of the day it is my apartment and I will furnish it with as much ugly shit as I want 😂

[@olbird7647]

@@kristee.vetter ahaaahaaaaa 😂😂😂😂

[@gnarwalz]

@@kristee.vetter at the end of the day you have bad taste 😂

[@dreamycalm]

😂😂😂😂

[@dreamycalm]

What was your bright idea glam girl ?

[@sylvias4899]

Oh I see you were watching Michelle & Aline. I love their vlogs and I love yours too. Thanks for sharing your week with us and it's okay to vent. We hear ya and we're here for you.😃

[@amymckenna5018]

I appreciate you being real about being overwhelmed. To me, that’s more relatable than “here’s me completing everything flawlessly” haha

[@thisbeautifulrose]

I felt that whole conversation about stressing over work related stuff SO HARD! I work from home for myself and sometimes it’s so hard to feel accomplished even though you did the best you could and everything you could in the time frame that you have.

[@cgurl]

Any plans to hide your makeup more? It just all looks like a dorm room. Your apartment has so much potential 😭😭😭😭😭

[@dreamycalm]

It’s so hard to decorate a studio 😂

[@iLoveBiebs196]

I think everyone’s too invested in the interior design of this place - it’s giving me anxiety 😂

[@cgurl]

@@iLoveBiebs196 decorating and furnishing a place isn’t interior design!!

[@sami_tibbs]

You mentioned you had blackout shades, so it would be cool to transition between the days with showing us the view at night and closing the shades, then opening them in the morning and showing us the view 😍😍

[@Cassssssssidy]

I can definitely understand how difficult it can be to juggle a full work load on top of doing youtube! What I would like to say is I very much appreciate you creating content that is motivating and honestly incredibly satisfying! I started watching your videos only recently but they have become some of my favourites! I always get excited to see that you've uploaded. So, thank you for all that you do and continuing to create awesome content!

[@kristee.vetter]

This means a lot! Thank you for this 🤍

[@JadoreXtella]

Just an FYI A bodega is a specific corner store in Spanish speaking neighborhoods throughout The boroughs. I just see a lot of non- natives misusing this word quite often and thought I’d let you know 😊

[@kristee.vetter]

I didn’t know that! Thanks for sharing

[@JadoreXtella]

❤️ ❤️

[@cgurl]

Fact!!!

[@dani23dani85]

Yup!!

[@madisonzardiackas4734]

would love to hear your thoughts on the bachelor/chris harrison drama! you talk about the show sometimes and i think it’s important that people w/ means and a platform speak out against racism 🤍

[@lozanosa89]

My fiancé is so cheap and i got him the always pan for Christmas because he loves to cook and he actually said it was worth the money hahaha

[@Oxalissss]

With pans like that, you shouldn't wash it after something that just slips right out like your egg, just wipe it clean. It will keep it's "non stick" a lot longer.

[@kristee.vetter]

Good to know!

[@dani23dani85]

Even if you use oil or Pam spray?

[@cathrinezaccaginini2626]

Today is my 70th Birthday.It blows me away.

[@kristinestocker]

Happy birthday! 😊

[@kristee.vetter]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY QUEEN!!

[@cathrinezaccaginini2626]

@@kristee.vetter thanks so much.And thank for letting see you on youtube.And with all going on these days.Your doing a great job.

[@jenniferwagner1482]

Happy Birthday!!! 🎂

[@cathrinezaccaginini2626]

@@jenniferwagner1482 thank you Jennifer so much.

[@lolkerrie]

hi kristee! i've been following you ever since your iconic mascara tutorial using benefit they're real? and the urban decay lash primer? i might be completely making that combo up but it sounds right because i bought whichever products were in your vid & they were my holy grail! anyway, it's so crazy how much you've grown! so happy for you landing your dream studio :) wishing you the best!! ps - i'd recommend getting an office mat for your chair! just so that your new chair doesn't compromise the floor with the wheels :) i got mine from amazon.

[@jennyc5350]

I always look forward to watching your video on Sunday mornings as I get my day started!

[@lindaltsteele1313]

Another enlightening Video ... Awesome Products Have a great New Week ahead Kristee ✨

[@zahraatambe6263]

The roof top views are amazing✨

[@ashleywebb9388]

It’s the snap crackle pop off for me. Lol

[@brigitte6157]

What about taking a step back from KZbin ? Or is it what pay the bills ? I actually don’t think you’re complaining. If this new job is your career it’s totally valid to focus on that..

[@mayfleur36]

I’d love to get Hello Fresh. I like the face that each recipe has step by step instructions. And I know my husband would love the Frank’s Redhot Firehouse Cheeseburger. He loves anything spicy 🌶

[@interpretrebekah]

i have two of the our place pans and it’s definitely cute but overhyped 🥴🥴 it’s aesthetically very beautiful but the non stick doesn’t last forever and it’s kind of hard to clean. make sure not to use high heat with it! medium to low only.

[@alyf.6698]

Girl i love that you vent and keep it real! Why i've been here since Day1! Btw whhhyyy does TJs have the best GF toast?! i can't get any other bread better. lol celiac problems

[@CupCake7579]

That rooftop is amazing :)

[@ScarlettMoon2]

Hey quick question, how did you get your job? I’ve been thinking about working with unicef but it would be a career change for me and I have, what I think is nothing, on my resume that would be compatible. But I really want to get involved in making a difference again.

[@SaraD150]

I was LITERALLY making my Hello Fresh chicken sausage bolognese as you were unboxing your HF box.🤯

[@LoveLiveGlam]

Literally eating my Hello Fresh I just made while watching the video 🙌 so good! I made that pork one Friday and it was a hit!

[@bronwen113]

Hey Kristee, I've been watching your videos for years now and especially since you moved to NYC last year and over quarantine :) I tried to use your hello fresh code but it said the offer has expired? I'm in Canada so maybe its just not available for me, but I figured I would let you know

[@Rhynae18]

I think you just need a change of scenery ❤ I couldn't imagine working from home in a studio, where you don't have another room you can go to to switch things up. I would find a corner in your apartment and make that a dedicated "work space" area...good desk, good chair, and strictly just do your 9-5 in that one spot. Just a thought! ❤

[@lizrob92]

I am living for your comment section these days, and your responses 😂

[@nataliereyes2447]

Yay!! Happy Sunday ☀️

[@meganruthw]

The our place pans are sooo cute but I’ve heard from so many people that the nonstick coating comes off after a few months! I’m curious to hear how it works for you! I’d want it so bad if it wasn’t for those reviews

[@jan6626]

Love the chair, works great....your laptop table may come in handy if you need extra desk space due to a project you are doing.

[@vanesa2103]

Love your vlogs so much!!!!

[@jaimejames1036]

I love your jewelry at the beginning of your video, 😍what brand is it?

[@kristee.vetter]

Earrings are linked on my amazon shop and necklace is princess Polly I think!

[@jaimejames1036]

Thank you!

[@StineLew]

hi! if the pan is non stick, do u still need to oil it?

[@kristee.vetter]

Probably not but I do just to be safe!

[@jessicaherrerabrown]

I like the flavor it adds. I chose healthy oils at least.

[@StineLew]

@@jessicaherrerabrown Ohhhh true forgot about the flavor! Thanks for responding!

[@sloane629]

You may want a chair mat for under your chair so you don’t mess up the floor with rolling day in and day out. .. just a suggestion! Great vlog 😀

[@Hannahthecook01]

I’m a Food Service Director at a summer camp and this snap crackle pop off idea is GENIUS wow❤️🤣

[@ApoorvaaC]

I love your jewellery and the sweater! 🤩

[@sueshe5953]

Terra cotta is the color

[@rajiasultana6853]

The beginning of this video (all the B role!) could be used for short form content for Tiktok. My feed is filled with city professionals with short form vlogs!

[@christinamelecio7905]

Ever since listening to your podcast with Sierra all I can focus on is every time you say sir 😂

[@jacquiheywood3142]

No wonder you are getting stressed. You have 2 full time jobs basically. I am living for the window shots of New York. And the roof shots. What's the big, brown, rectangle building in front of your building? It's huge. I've never been to NY, so have no idea.

[@omgitsmanthy]

Everyone here is commenting their decorating advice but also forgetting it’s literally your apartment so as long as you like it that’s all that matters😂

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

Definitely a cute pan!

[@FloraGoodman]

is that pan heavy? thats the one thing stopping me from buying it

[@aliciahoffman9585]

You always say substative do you mean substantive ? 🧐

[@by.ania.m]

7:59 where is the link ??

[@kristee.vetter]

just added! 😊

[@shaiedwards9927]

I am sure someone has posted this, but I can't be bothered reading all the comments. But spray oil isn't good for non stick cookware.

[@isafus]

I've also been bombarded with the Our Place pan ads but MY QUESTION IS okay, you'll only need one pan but what if you need to cook more than one thing at a time? It will either take you all day to cook one meal or you will, in fact, need more than one pan. Huh.

[@kristee.vetter]

Fair enough 😂

[@interpretrebekah]

@BellasLife I have two of these pans and definitely don’t think they are worth it or even that great. I keep them because they’re nice to look at and were gifts. Don’t fall into their advertising traps!

[@evewiens]

Don’t wash pans with dish soap! Just got water - keeps the non stick layer for longer

[@jennifergraham612]

Never heard of that pot. looks small.

[@ShannonQT85]

You should buy a new rug and a headboard before buying one of those pans haha

[@sarahloohoo2312]

LOL, laughing at all of the keyboard interior decorators in the comment section. I think your apartment is coming together great! I'm sorry everyone is coming for your couch and makeup 🤣

[@somethinelse0930]

Thumbs upppppp!!

[@SarahxNicole]

You should invest in an editor to take some of the stress off

[@digitalkenz]

It’s funny cause she has one lol 😳

[@SarahxNicole]

@@digitalkenz ohhh I didn’t know lol

[@kristee.vetter]

I have an editor who does one video each week for me! But I wanted to edit the branded content and certain aspects myself in this instance

[@sueshe5953]

Those heights are making me nauseous

[@lizrob92]

Holy fuck did you put milk in your peppermint tea?????! I have never seen That in my life...

[@user-zy8gy4fr5v]

If only we all could get free boxes of food delivered to our door, ms privilege 😌 hard to watch this when it’s just complaining tbh.

[@playmeplaylists]

lol what is this comment? She legit says "im looking to vent and collect my thoughts" - we all have shit happening in our lives. Just because someone has it worse doesn't negate her feelings. It'd be like saying she can't be happy because someone else is happier. Lmfao get your head outta your ass and open your eyes

[@user-zy8gy4fr5v]

@@playmeplaylists u sound pressed 😢 she has the privilege of multiple streams of income during a pandemic bye

[@playmeplaylists]

@@user-zy8gy4fr5v bye :)

[@kristee.vetter]

Yes it is an extreme privilege to get to work with brands like HelloFresh, I am very grateful for it and all the opportunities I have, which I feel I expressed in the video, but if you feel that my videos are hard to watch feel free not to watch. Do what’s best for you!

[@sueshe5953]

Hypocrite

[@33butterybutterflies]

You buy too many useless things girl save yo money!

[@cathrinezaccaginini2626]

Maybe not do you tube so much.You just need time for you.I do that Calm thing.