💙Coping: A Silent Vlog💙 Being gentle on ourselves during a tough week! Books, baking, art and rest.

[@Rayjasno]

You may be the only creator on this app that gives me a genuine sense of comfort and calmness with their videos. Thank you so much for taking time out of your lives to share a small but meaningful break from the scariness of the world 💕🍂

[@MerediddyS]

Awwww seriously check out the playlist I made with all my fav cozy vloggers!! You may find them comforting like I do!

[@HMSDisaster]

This week I keep thinking about something my coworker says, which is "I can't control a lot of things, but I can control what I make for dinner." :)

[@MerediddyS]

Oh I love that!

[@manja1714]

This past week was wild for US and German politics so I feel very grateful for this vlog. It's just what I needed. Thank you 🧡🍂

[@wiebki]

As a (fellow?) German viewer, couldn't agree more. Sending you all the cozy vibes 🍄

[@manja1714]

@wiebki i love finding fellow Germans! Sending those cozy vibes to you as well 🍂

[@lottaisaveryangrywoman]

@@manja1714 same here!!! I got up to Trump winning and went to bed with the government splitting

[@manja1714]

@@lottaisaveryangrywoman yeah fr. Also yay another German haha

[@MerediddyS]

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[@wiebki]

Your vlogs always bring me so much comfort. I've been rewatching a bunch of them over the last week. Thank you for sharing all these moments with us. It means so much. Sending you all the love and cozy fall vibes 🍄🍁🌻

[@wiebki]

Also those coasters look AMAZING. and the bigger wood burning art pieces??!? INCREDIBLE 😍

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you so much!!

[@LGsBarbieGirl411]

Thank you so much for taking us with you on this guided meditation! I can't express in words just how much I needed this, but it was a big comfort to be pulled out of my head and wrapped up in such calming vibes for a little while. 💝

[@MerediddyS]

Aww yay! Thank you for saying that!

[@smwutches]

Love the silent vlog, but I also love all your vlogs! This whole year has been tough for me, but I always look forward to taking a little break in the middle of the week to watch your vlogs. I always feel so much happier after getting to watch. 💜💜 Thank you for always sharing with us! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUNA!!!!! 💜💜

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you so much for watching! I'll tell Luna you said HBD!!

[@optifroculon]

You guys will always be happy to have each other, and know that we are always happy to have you guys too. Kind of a crummy couple weeks so it is nice to have these relaxing moments. I am also excited to see you guys for the show next weekend again. We went to the show in July and it is awesome to come see you guys in Chicago too.

[@MerediddyS]

Wow! Thank you for coming! I hope you had fun!!

[@jennschalle2825]

That truly gave me a sense of peace and serenity. Thank you for sharing! Also, all that food looked amazing! 😀

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you!!! Yeah I'm still craving that pasta....

[@rachelsinger1717]

I'm a few weeks behind on your vlogs, and this is a much needed reset from a few anxiety-ridden days. Thank you so much for sharing your coping mechanisms, and giving us a cozy space to escape into. Wishing you guys all the rest and relaxation possible after a crazy month

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@MorganNicole2512]

Thanks for the cozy vlog! This week has been really tough. We put up our Christmas decorations early so we could have twinkly lights in the house. Gotta do what we can to take care of ourselves and those around us right now! 💙

[@MerediddyS]

Agreed! Awww yay glad to hear you're doing things to bring light to your days

[@JoannesAwesome]

I’ve been having such a terrible day at work today so I was SO happy to see your upload! Thank you for always being a ray of sunshine ❤

[@MerediddyS]

🥰 Thank you for watching!

[@amarli22]

The new coasters look beautiful, woodburning seems like a nice relaxing hobby! Thanks for sharing the brown butter sage recipe, that pasta dish looks so good I want to try it. Glad you're taking care and doing activities that bring you peace and comfort. I've been distracting myself with the new VHSCC and rewatching all your fun BTS vlogs 💜

[@MerediddyS]

Awww yay! Yeah I was pretty pumped about how that recipe turned out. Highly recommend!

[@mothermoth719]

This is so incredibly comforting. These videos are my go-to for cozy time.❤

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you!!

[@hellingsson]

Came home from work feeling so wound up from anxiety/stress, and I can’t tell you how comforting this was to watch. Thank you for sharing! ❤ (It also made me realise that bringing out a puzzle might actually be exactly what I need at the moment)

[@MerediddyS]

Oh yes puzzles rock!!

[@lisakeyser6504]

This was really lovely and comforting after a terrible week. Thank you ❤

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you for watching!

[@musicdude700]

You are indeed the coolest girl in the whole wide world. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@MerediddyS]

Thanks for watching!

[@kingofpointless]

I'm glad you're finding good ways to cope. You're both invited to my home country of Australia to escape the current reality in the US when your next vacation rolls around!

[@MerediddyS]

Ooo thank you for the invite!

[@wevvittyy]

this is very comforting and a good reminder to do only what we can. thank you for sharing with us! the silent was lovely (although i do love to hear your voice too!)

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you! Yeah this was a week where I just didn't feel like talking to the camera so I'm glad folks liked the silent vlog!

[@EH-lt9wc]

We will always have each other. Community is so important, now more than ever. I will continue to surround myself with my fellow queer/trans friends. We are not going anywhere ❤

[@MerediddyS]

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[@XenaNemyt]

Omg, thank you for making the coasters!!! So cool!!!❤❤❤

[@MerediddyS]

Hehe thank you!!

[@MysticRain0906]

I don't normally comment, but I found your channel in January, and your vlogs have really helped me through my last year of high school, and I got to watch this vlog after my final exam today! Which is crazy! Every time I was feeling stressed out this year, I watched one of your vlogs and it really helped. I'm not from America, but I'm really sorry about everything that's happening at the moment, look after yourself

[@MerediddyS]

Aww thank you so much for sharing! It means a lot!

[@BeckyH1807]

This was so cosy/comforting - much needed time to breathe! I also immediately put a hold on the audiobook for Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone !!

[@MerediddyS]

We finished it this past week! We liked it overall- let us know your thoughts! It was kinda complicated at parts but it was also fun!

[@BeckyH1807]

@@MerediddyS I finished it a little while ago! I liked the audiobook narrator, I feel like he made it for me (but that could just be the Aussie accent)! But I totally get you - it was a little complicated in parts, but I did love it overall! I don't read a lot of murder mystery, but it's def made me want to pick up more!

[@amwolfe94]

A much needed cozy vlog this week 💜 it made me feel the calmest I've been in a week. I'd love to see more silent vlogs from you!

[@MerediddyS]

Ooo thank you! Ok good to know that folks like them!!

[@lavendes]

this video genuinely feels like a sigh of relief. sending much love to you and yours in this time

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you 🙏

[@ALBARADELWHOEntertainment]

Love this concept (silent vlog) ! It was so peaceful! it felt like those calming and relaxing videos I hear on KZbin to fall asleep or focus on my work... Happy Birthday Luna, we have just adopted an old dog (who has been beaten her whole life) for her 'retirement' and we know how they are so important in our life!

[@MerediddyS]

Omg thank you for adopting that sweet doggy!!

[@XenaNemyt]

Thanks for this! Very calming 💚I think it’s really nice to slow down and take time to enjoy little things. 😊

[@MerediddyS]

Agreed! It's all we can do right now!

[@claracgmz]

Invest time in community, friendship, art and nature! Those are the things that save us in the hard moments and are the foundations for change. Sending lots of love to you all

[@MerediddyS]

Agreed!

[@lunarb00ts3]

This video was so calming. I loved Ninth House when I read it and the sequel Hell Bent is just as good ! I hope you guys have a great time with VHSCC and the wood burnings look amazing !

[@MerediddyS]

Yay! Yeah I finished Hell Bent this week and can't wait for more!

[@TheLaneyShow]

thank you meredith. take care of yourself too

[@MerediddyS]

We're trying!! hehe

[@brooke778]

Thank you! I really needed this! 💙

[@MerediddyS]

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[@sofieirenheim2552]

I'm so happy I could play the new Dragon Age game to distract me when the news started pouring in. I don't even live in the US but this just makes me so so sad and filled with anxiety for the future. I can't imagine what it must feel like to live there right now. ❤ Thank you for this gentle video. ❤ Oh! I love Leigh Bardugos books! 📚

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you! Yeah I really liked Ninth House and the sequel! I want to read more from her!

[@mrpastek]

I can’t wait to finish my day’s work to watch this!

[@MerediddyS]

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[@vaarinmackborander]

This was so nice! Thank you💕

[@MerediddyS]

Thank YOU for watching!!!

[@Bas-gg9fk]

This coping vlog couldn’t have dropped at a better time…. Going through some big changes and difficult challenges in my life right now…. So to just watch and observe felt like the pace I needed. Life is so fast at times, your videos really help me wind down and helps me spiral less. Thank you Meredith, Brian and Luna ❤

[@MerediddyS]

Awww yay thank you for saying this!

[@eliotsholmes]

i needed this so bad fr i feel like i just successfully meditated for the first time

[@MerediddyS]

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[@micheleabercrombie]

This feels meditative. Thank you, Meredith

[@MerediddyS]

Oh wow! That sounds amazing!!

[@Sophieee2004]

This was so so relaxing oh my word! I definitely love the idea of silent vlogs sometimes! Take care of yourselves right now 💕

[@MerediddyS]

Ok yay! I love watching silent vlogs so this was fun to make!

[@lottaisaveryangrywoman]

I feel so loved by this video

[@MerediddyS]

🥰 Thank you!

[@keikustar]

this is therapy

[@MerediddyS]

Aww I'm right there with you for the anxious days. Hoping you can find calm right now!

[@sarab4241]

Loved this style!

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you for letting me know!!

[@abigailwebster2203]

thank you so much meredith. with everything going on and finals looming upon me i needed this

[@MerediddyS]

Thank you for watching!

[@MariaEverlasting]

This was really nice. I got really sick last week and have been recovering from that on top of the stress from the election while getting ready for an upcoming health test (that I just knoooow I'll get the frustrating "everything looks fine" results) so truly having 9 minutes to just sit and reflect a little and take a deep breath is really nice. Sending cozy vibes and love to you guys 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@MerediddyS]

Awww sending love your way! 🥰

[@sarab4241]

Can't wait to see y'all in VHS soon!

[@MerediddyS]

Yay! Did you have fun?

[@sarab4241]

@@MerediddyS so much fun! It blew me away.

[@steff3279]

Thanks for the cozy vlog. I always love watching them. Also I've started with woodburning. Can you share some tips?

[@MerediddyS]

Honestly just keep practicing to get used to your tool and whatever wood grains you're using! Sometimes I have to burn fast to keep from getting bumps, and sometimes slower is better! It just takes practice!

[@givemetherat5057]

ive been rewatching your vlogs to cope after the election they bring me so much comfort thank you for making them, I'm so excited to see you and brian next Saturday at VHSCC

[@MerediddyS]

Awww thank you! I hope you had fun at the show!

[@givemetherat5057]

@@MerediddyS it was amazing! Hoping to go next year too!

[@jafarkatha]

I enjoy both types of your vlogs! I think this silent vlog is a little bit cozier for me personally! :) May I ask what device you were using for your wood engravings at 3:44?

[@MerediddyS]

Yay! Thank you for letting me know! And I'm using a wood burner! Or a pyrography pen!

[@Ibelieveinthedoctor]

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[@MerediddyS]

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[@mrpastek]

from now on it will be the puzzle that will decide the end of all the seasons !

[@MerediddyS]

Yes!!

[@noahfitzer]

♥♥♥

[@MerediddyS]

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[@Storming_edits]

This is a great way to distract yourself haha

[@MerediddyS]

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[@olgagoupalova7146]

Disconnecting does help. I think focusing on small day-to-day tasks and things that bring you comfort is a great way to manage.❤Also, I'd love to know what kind of finish you use on your wood coasters? :)

[@MerediddyS]

Yes! Agreed. I use a poly/stain mix! You can get it from the hardware store! Then it's just one step instead of 2!

[@rosecoloredglassses1340]

I’m not doing so great either. I hope things get better somehow

[@MerediddyS]

💕🙏

[@micheleabercrombie]

[@MerediddyS]

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