Hair? Diet? Mean Comments? Earnings? Health? Beauty? James? Menopause? Single mum? A Q&A for you!

Q&A for you this week. I invited you to ask me anything! Thank you for so many inspiring questions on things like ~ Health, Beauty, & Hair? Diet? Mean Comments, internet bullies, my take on them? Earnings, sources of income and making money, making a living, how to become a fulltime artist? Single Motherhood? Menopause and remedies? Art advice? How did James and I get together? Running a small business? Develping art style, practice & routines? Learning art, art classes? Art School? Clothes, grey hair journey, fairies, natural remedies, imposter syndrome... It's long! But, you had a lot of questions! Timestamps are below so you can jump about a bit!
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00:00 Intro
00:51 Personal Questions; early family life,
01:54 how did you and James get together?
03:09 is James younger than you?
03:16 Single motherhood?
05:21 menopause and creativity?
07:07 how to cope with being alone?
08:20 untreated PTSD?
09:00 Quirky, mean, provocative questions and comments on social media?
12:50 online & internet bullying
13:59 Quick fire Round!
15:43 5 things you don’t know about me!
16:42 Have you experienced fairies?
17:44 diet, what do you eat? Weight gain? Healthy eating? routines, soup recipes, working out and fitness?
20:45 menopause and the creative process?
22:55 Hair care; grey hair grow out journey, did you dye it? How long to grow so long? Hair care routine, don’t wash my hair, natural products, no poo! Hair oils? How do you wear a scarf in your hair?
27:50 Business Questions; why did you close your Facebook Art Journaling Group?
30:10 how do you film and edit your videos?
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31:03 What are your streams of income, how do you make your money and earnings?
32:07 Sponsorships, free stuff and KZbin
33:04 Imposter syndrome
34:37 How to price your artwork
35:43 Art career from side hustle to a job you can make a living off full-time artist
38:13 How to get started in business, timings, earnings, decisions, mentors?
39:50 how do you calculate shipping costs?
40:28 Art Questions and tips!
41:06 favourite watercolour paints? favourite inspirations, artists, books?
41:47 artist journey, aha moments, struggles, challenges,
43:06 what are your art journaling inspirations and the one item you couldn’t do without?
45:17 how do I develop my art practice and become a better artist?
47:00 art school?
47:15 How to improve as an artist? A great tip!
48:00 how do I find my style in art?
49:10 should I go to an art class?
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[@Trissa.33]

Feeling huge compassion for the person suffering the awful loneliness having lost the three people they had in their life. Their inner response to that must be deeply, deeply painful and I can only feel that they were needing to express the hugeness of this on here where it is safe to do so. I'm glad the person is in this community so we can all hold her and each other in what we are going through in our own world that is hard to cope with 💖

[@vanessarobinson1080]

Poor woman...I can only imagine the pain she feels right now. I hear you loud and clear and hope you find peace in the future, remembering the good times with a smile.

[@buntysvintageemporium3632]

I agree I hope that the Lady finds peace and Wendy answered the Questions beautifully 😍.

[@vallovesnature8449]

It’s very hard when the universe has everything happening so close together. She is stronger than she realizes. I don’t know how religious she is but I totally believe that God only lets us go through the things that He knows we can handle. I pray for her tranquility ❤️

[@lh6842]

I agree, she sounded angry and in a lot of pain. I am sending her compassion and kindness.

[@marthamurphy3913]

I felt this, too. My significant other for over 10 years was on the road all week and only home on weekends, so in spending as much time with him as I could, I let other friendships and activities. Now that we are apart, I am extremely lonely, although I'm not often actually physically. Other than my children, he was the only person who let me know I was important to him. So I can understand how she feels. Besides loneliness, losing so many close people during such a short time is a trauma, and she may need help in recovering from that. Wendy's answer was sweet and helpful, as was the video about loneliness.

[@LyraDavis]

Regarding the comment from Anne about comparative loneliness.. I’d like to put forth the paper plate analogy. We’re each given a plate which represents our capacity for load bearing. Each persons plate is made from something different depending on various factors. Each person goes through life gathering bricks which represent trauma. The person with a steel plate can take quite a few bricks before their plate buckles under the load. The person with the paper plate possibly can’t even take a single brick. We can’t see what people’s plates are made from. So we shouldn’t judge anyones suffering by the size or number of bricks we perceive them to be carrying.

[@arstars411]

Vivid analogy !! So true, i most definitely agree. Each person’s experiences and are feelings are unique and there is no reason nor way to compare.

[@gamigirlHeatherB]

The “competitive” nature of pain and suffering, along with fear of judgment, are the primary reasons why I do not share my thoughts/feelings/experiences with others, whether in person or online ☹️. This avoidance unfortunately results in loneliness and disconnection. Thank you for your kind responses in this q&a and for letting us know we aren’t alone❤

[@katcallisto6478]

Thanks for this comment. This is true for me as well.

[@patti3d]

I can relate to your comment also.

[@marthamurphy3913]

I agree.

[@gamigirlHeatherB]

@@katcallisto6478 😊

[@gamigirlHeatherB]

@@patti3d 😊

[@christinesheppard5759]

I don’t think anyone likes the sound of their own voice but I must tell you Wendy that just hearing your voice can calm me down if I’m having an off day. I find it soothing and comforting. ❤

[@staceygriswellart]

Wonderful Q&A. I respect how thoughtful you are in your responses, especially to the griever who asked the "quirky" question. I could really feel the care you put into your answer. You made a great point, and still respected that she was coming from a place of hurt. I recently read "anger is sad's bodyguard". Big hugs to you and your big heart!!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Gosh thank you, I was a little nervous in a way to share that one but felt it was important and not to shy away from the tricky ones with high emotion... xxx Big loves to you too Stacey xxx

[@PinkElfHSP]

@@theunexpectedgypsy Yes, it's very important that people understand that everyone's pain is valid.

[@rebeccagreen2219]

Yes everyone’s pain is valid but not many can express it as graceful as u. And with such empathy. I enjoy listening to your voice, you sound so beautiful, so calming, I don’t no how else to explain. But keep up the good pet and gidday from down under

[@bettymetz3746]

So many of us have been in very alone and lonely place at sometime in our life…..however, the friends we loose are not the only people in the world. Even in our pain we can involve ourselves in others by doing volunteer work, or even reaching out on line and making new acquaintances that can become friends. You did a wonderful job answering from your heart Wendy. Blessings from Betty in Ohio.

[@earthangel3060]

You are wonderful! I love how sincerely genuine you are. You speak your truth in a soft and heart filled way. Thanks Wendy. Peace, love and prosperity to you and James for 2023!! 🧚‍♂️💓🧚

[@charleneheaman2033]

I have been following you for a short while, this is the first time I’ve listened to a Q&A and I wanted affirm how well you handled the comment from Anne who is obviously is hurting quite badly, you were graceful and still true to yourself emphasizing how important it is to give a voice to your loneliness. I teach art therapy to cancer patients and have my own autoimmune disease that has challenged me my entire life, as well I am in menopause, I have had to learn NOT to minimize my own health issues thinking I have no right to complain since I don’t have cancer. It’s easy to diminish our own suffering if we compare…bravo for pointing out that it’s not a competition.

[@tracyguillemette6255]

well said!

[@bettymetz3746]

@@tracyguillemette6255 Charlene, so well said. Even in my prayer life I find myself apologizing for asking God’s help in my life when I know there are those who are suffering so in theirs.

[@Blick_Art]

It's always so nice when an artist is willing to show the normal life behind the scenes, because there are a lot of people who feel like they aren't "real artists" if they balance family and other work with their creative life. That kind of authenticity is one of the reasons why we love this channel!

[@s.m.3990]

Please don't be self conscious about your voice because it's lovely! 🙂 It's normal for our voice to sound different when we hear it recorded outside of us as opposed to how we hear it internally. And I'm sure that I'm not alone when I say that your voice is enchanting 😊

[@carolbonnett7409]

I agree! I love Wendy's voice & accent. She is very relaxing to listen to. :) and you are so true. So many of us can't stand listening to our own voices when you hear it recorded. 😍🤩😁

[@s.m.3990]

@@carolbonnett7409 I agree with what you say Carol 🙂 And I remember the first time I heard my voice on a tape recorder, I couldn't believe that was me! I sounded so different! Lol

[@theresetaylor7207]

I have a London accent and when I hear it I think I sound awful! but I'm proud to be a Londoner and it sounds posher than some

[@marthamurphy3913]

I also enjoy listening to Wendy's voice. I recently read a Guardian article about why people don't like the sound of their own voices -- in recordings we sound more high-pitched than we do internally. Fortunately for me, I sound like my sister, and I do like her voice, so don't mind my own so much.

[@s.m.3990]

@@marthamurphy3913 Interesting 🤔 I recorded my voice and listened to it to see if that's actually true but in my case it's not. I don't find that it sounds higher. Try it. What do you think? It was many years ago, when I was around 12 or 13 yrs of age when I didn't like the sound of my voice. But I do like it now 🙂 I remember my voice sounding a little deeper and monotone like at that time and that's no longer the case.

[@jessicasblack]

Loneliness is subjective to each person who feels it. Someone can experience loneliness in a room full of friends and family they care about, whereas another person can spend weeks at time by themselves and never experience that feeling. It's unfair to take your feelings and measure them against someone else's experiences. Missing James because you love him, enjoy his company, and want to have him near you is a wonderful thing because it shows that you have true companionship and love in your life. I feel that when my husband is away and it reminds me that I am lucky.

[@beethimbles8801]

You were very kind in your responses to the more challenging questions. I agree with you completely, loneliness and chronic illnesses are not competitive. You can stand in a crowd and feel lonely. I’m lonely, due to chronic illness and an inability to leave the house. I do have a husband, but as we are youngish he has a social and sport life outside our marriage (quite rightly as he is my career). I have just lost my mummy and she was my best friend. I find your videos very cathartic, very reassuring and most importantly validating. Sending fairy love and acorn magic, 🐝💛

[@buntysvintageemporium3632]

Hugs from Scotland Bee.

[@marthamurphy3913]

I'm sorry about your illness and disability, and also about losing your mum. I have fibromyalgia, and belong to an online support group. Sometimes I have to take a break from it when it seems to become competitive rather than supportive. May the fairies be with you!

[@gwenbaby6293]

❤ Bee

[@catherinedeseton964]

something that people forget is they confuse "loneliness and alone" - I'm a home alone person but 95% of the time I'm not lonely - I've a creative life, I attend events out of the house when I need, I go out most mornings for a short walk in my hood... and if necessary drift around my city when I need to. Love your responses to both the ordinary and extraordinary questions...

[@mygoldennotebook2191]

You are a healer. Your thoughtful responses were so candid and gentle that I felt we were engaged in a ftf conversation. Thank you so much.

[@howareyou857]

Very good, kind but firm

[@kellyj.azania4371]

You're absolutely correct.✨ It's not a competition.🌷 Since the fairies have been brought into the conversation, I feel it's safe to say, very recently, within the first few seconds of seeing you for the first time, I thought you were a fairy, which is why I continued to watch the remainder of the video. Mind you, I'm dealing with a series of little brain injuries; and when I'm tired, which I was at the time, I see things. I'm okay. It's a side effect of the brain injuries. Your aura is somewhat ethereal and, you're as cute as a button. I'm quite certain though, you are fully human and totally sweet.🧚🏻‍♀️

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Just because someone has things worse than you doesn’t invalidate your own feeling. Also, condolences to Ann and the loss of her mother and her work.

[@pennyimm6876]

Can I just add that I think you are a lovely and warm soul and a beautiful artist. Please don't stop doing what you do. You are so wonderful to watch 😊

[@ljshaw8516]

Oh honey, nobody should ever send you a "silly" message that might be offensive! That's absolutely ridiculous! You have always been a sweet, gentle, creative and positive person in my life since I've fallen upon you on KZbin. I am a 61 year old who feels your challenges in many areas of your life. Your Vegetarian friend from The Land of Enchantment, NM, USA Happy New Year to wonderful you and James.

[@dellplummer5173]

I am so alone so you are helping me 💖 thank you. I am an artist and now due to you I am making journals.💮💮💮🌷

[@jacquelinefilby1842]

I loved the way you addressed these questions! Especially the “ quirky” category. Some dreadful things have and are happening in my life but I still find joy every day. I especially am thankful for the wonderful things that have come forth from the sad things. I truly believe things happen for a reason and we need patience to find out what .❤

[@alicejump2290]

Finding joy isn’t always easy, but the effort seems to take me out of current issues! I am blessed to be able to see nature out my windows, looking out sparks joy! My cup of tea is comforting! I am not sure about the “reason” but I do trust that it all things work together for good to those who love God! When we look back on our past issues, this perspective offers understanding of how it has worked for my good!

[@lindadetloff3370]

You are always such a delight to watch! God bless you! I have gotten used to being alone because I’ve just a handful of relationships in my whole life, I am 62. I am comfortable in my silence. Being an empath and severely introvert, I have so much trouble with the human variety!! I much prefer animals and nature!! I would like to find a relationship to be in, but my past has made that so negative, I back off into my cocoon. I would like to reincarnate as a dog. A change in life’s difficulties! 😅 Thank you and be blessed!! ❤

[@shelivesconsciously]

Hey there Wendy. My name is Jacqueline, I am a South African born living in Italy for a long time now. I am so glad I found your channel. You can say I am your newest big fan!! I love your energy, and your view on life. Your art is amazing too! I have watched many videos, I am subscribed to many channels, but nothing like yours. You have given me so much motivation after watching your recent video on starting over at 50. I am turning 44 in June this year and have experienced quite a bit of pain emotionally and physically, which brought me to a place in my life where I felt like I had no purpose anymore. Somehow you have given me a little nudge. It is possible to start over. Regardless of what type of starting over it is. Thank-you for being you. I am going to binge watch your videos now!!! Much love and light. Jacqueline

[@kateryneart]

Wendy,I love your videos. You are such a positive person. The world needs more people like you. I’m sure you’re at least part fairy yourself. I really loved the response to the poor lady who lost people and sounded like she felt you had no right to your feelings unless you reached her level of loss. You are absolutely right that it isn’t a competition. Each of us has own our level of what we can handle and even that changes on a daily basis. Stay as you are. You are a lovely lady. Sending you lots of love and hugs from the US.🤗

[@redmimii__x]

34 year old north yorkshire gal here. Came by chance to your channel the other evening when feeling pretty anxious and low, now I can't stop watching your videos on the daily! Art, nature, real life chats. I love it all, thank you! x

[@patriciaeverard6537]

A very kind and down to earth lady.I am glad I came across your videos.

[@PlayHookywithMe]

HI Dear, Gypsy. Really loved catching up with you with your Q&A. 💓 I particularly loved how you handled your quirky questions regarding loneliness. Agree with you 100% ....we all have different lives and scenarios and it's not a competition on who has suffered or struggled the most. Brilliant response, beautiful soul sister. Wishing you continued success and happiness in the coming year. Big hugs

[@suedesilva6968]

Well done addressing those ' quirky questions' Wendy., Big hugs to the person who is going through so many losses.

[@amybennett1530]

I absolutely love the community that you bring together and thanks for sharing your tips and tricks. Also thank you for sharing your life with us. As a 51-year-old introvert I really appreciate knowing that I'm not alone. What a wonderfully scary and exciting journey this life can be.💜

[@carmendoherty4955]

I love to simmer rosemary in water and use it as a hair rinse for my long hair or spray it in during week and use it as room spray and bathe in it too. I also use warm almond oil through my hair. Love natural remedies and will never cut my hair!xxx

[@suev4143]

Thank you for the hair tip - something to try!

[@mimi1o8]

Nice to hear your tips

[@barbaraspector6689]

I buzzed my hair last month. I love it. So easy, so clean, so fun to change the color. Also I live in a very hot region so it’s cool.

[@Angel-eq9tq]

You never stopped teaching, we can learn so much from you. ☕🌻

[@carriemarten2980]

Many thanks for all your time, attention, and thoughtful answers to all your questions in this video! 💛

[@MzLyons]

Thank you so much for validating our feelings are our own and that we are not in a competition as to who has it worse. Many times I feel invisible and invalidated and so I am learning to accept that my emotions are valid. Soft Hugs ❤️

[@tradingpostfarms]

I don't think we talk about menopause enough. Including health providers. I'm having some pretty crazy symptoms at age 42. Racing heartbeat, anxiety, just feeling weird. With no explanation. I'm not stressed, my health, my heart all is good, and so these sudden changes have been shocking, and nobody warned me about any of it.

[@SamStone1964]

Genuine question asked out of curiosity not criticism. Who was supposed to warn you?

[@katie7748]

Not to be that person but how do you know it's menopause and not something else?

[@SamStone1964]

Visit a health practitioner to work out the cause of your health issues. Talk to the women in your family to find out how they experienced menopause. Not every woman has menopausal issues. I had no symptoms whatsoever.

[@greendahlia4807]

Same. I have been to many doctors for a variety of issues (weight gain, racing heart, itchy skin, frozen shoulder, etc), but no resolution. I am surprised none of the docs mentioned peri/menopause. I am listening to Dr Marie Haver on KZbin. She has wonderful, helpful info. I am starting menopause replacement hormones.

[@Practice_Kindness-1st]

Happy New Year to you, James & your family! Because of your wonderful sounding voice, is one of the many reasons I love you and your channel! I love the fact that you're atypical from other artists here on YT and are willing to share personal information that resinates with many of us. Keep being you! 🧚‍♀

[@esmeraldaoreilly5945]

You can wash your hair with honey 🍯 -I use 2 good dollops -Dissolve in hot water -Cool 20mins -And use like a shampoo Clarified,clean and shiny ✨ Can also rinse with a pint diluted cider vinegar 🍺

[@IceGoddessRukia]

I don't get how anyone could come to this humble channel and say anything rude. It just boggles my mind!

[@Angel-eq9tq]

Yes, it's rather peaceful in here.

[@suzyallen1726]

You've helped me to remember to try and keep my light bright. I suffer so much from very low energy levels. I always feel better after I've listened to you no matter the topic.

[@Angie-fe8yd]

Suzy...27 years ago I had chronic fatigue and was always unwell.After 7 years of tests (ridiculous amount of time but that's what it took back then) I was diagnosed with coeliacs disease...changing my diet improved my health because obviously gluten was damaging me and energy levels.I also had very heavy monthly cycles and had iron,B vitamins and calcium deficiencies. Maybe if you look at your diet and/or get a blood test to check your full vitamin and mineral levels you may find out there's something that you can do to improve your energy levels/health. If I hadn't of asked my GP for the tests I would probably still have chronic fatigue and very poor health. Wishing 🌠you a healthy✨️ happy 🙂abundant🪄 2023🎉

[@tamionchwari7550]

I absolutely understand missing your family and feeling lonely after spending a few days with them. I feel the same way when I come home from visiting my family and it takes me a few days to stop feeling sad. Loneliness is certainly relative! You can be in a crowded space and still feel lonely. The fact that you state that you don't have friends, makes me sad, because I think you a just such a lovely person and truly wish we were friends!

[@emmajaeger6888]

Re loneliness and addressing this question, I want to commend you Wendy for handling this comment so compassionately. I think you can feel lonely even if you're surrounded by hundreds of people, if you can't connect with them, you can feel completely alone. You don't have to have physically lost someone to feel alone

[@BozkurtAyse]

I think you said that you were self conscious about your voice when you started KZbin in the video. I really love your accent and your voice. I'm 25 and been struggling to accept myself. I hope i manage to accept myself and be at peace with life when im at your age. Thank you for making this corner of KZbin so peaceful Wendy. Love you. 🌹

[@pastichehaus]

You can be in a room full of people and still feel lonely. So many people want to compete with “feelings” when in fact they can’t be measured like that, as they’re different for everyone. Anyways, The way you handle yourself is so inspiring. Thank you for your content. I adore your Q&A’s❤ I still struggle watching myself while I edit. I literally cringe.😂 much love 💕🧚🏽‍♀️

[@Glowing_cactus]

You are so fundamentally kind Wendy. You inspire me to be more understanding when people express their pain in my direction.

[@DanceswithDustBunnies]

I had to laugh when you said you wanted to be a dancer and would like to have a dance studio, but you don't like to sweat. I'm a former dancer and we always used to say race horses and dancers sweat the most. I remember literal puddles from some dancers at the barre. Loved your answers. Loneliness is subjective: one person's is just as valid as another's and grief is a lifelong process, some things you never get over.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

soooo true, made me laugh too! I think as a dancer, in my other parallel universe, I would have to got used to the sweating!!! and yes, grief is lifelong for sure, 😚

[@sewfairyadhock8618]

You are so kind and thoughtful in your responses and I totally agree it's not a competition. We all feel what we feel for a reason and that is ok. Resenting anyone else who we perceive to be in a better place than us is never going to help us feel better. Ann is clearly suffering deep and painful loneliness and is struggling to find any joy. She's hurting and projecting out her anger and/or resentment. Hopefully she can find some peace and connection. I am so pleased to have found you this past week Wendy...you are my study fairy!! I am in the final stages of my PhD, submission end Jan and resisting the jar of nutella has been hard! (failed a few times!!)....but, you're journalling has inspired me and I'm now loving creating mine, particularly during the 'witching hour' (typically between 3-4 in the afternoon), it's so helpful and you are so authentic - thank you!!

[@vanessag.4636]

Thank you for this video and I especially liked your video on being alone. Loneliness and alone are two very different things. That being said...it is an unkindness that others marginalized your personal past and pain by comparison. It's not something that should ever happen. The world is both a beautiful and dangerous place. We all carry scars and stories of loss. It is how we choose to carry this that matters. You clearly think deeply, feel vastly, and have come through it beautifully. I wish the same for those who are hurting! You handled everything with love and kindness. I deeply appreciate this aspect of your personality and it was the main reason I subscribed. I never see you look down on anyone. I see you be patient, kind, and engaged with others. This is your deepest "art"....the art you make reflects your inner self, and these principles put into the framework of visual art. I , also, know it's possible to be a chatterbox artist and be reclusive at the same time. I'm the same. People think artists are 'tortured and wistful' 24-7...too many film stereotypes. I applaud your gentleness, and kindness. How many tears in the past doesn't matter....all that matters is you are smiling in this moment...and you aren't unaware of anything!!! That is "art" , as well! May all who are suffering and lonely take comfort and know that they too will rise out of pain one day soon!!! ❤️ 🌟🌟🌟❤️

[@salpal8723]

Gorgeously spoken. Loved every word. Here, here, agree wholeheartedly.

[@vanessag.4636]

@@salpal8723 ❤️

[@mrs.e3909]

As a young girl I loved paper dolls. They are very hard to find. I would love to see you offer fairy paper dolls. I also love a good storage box with beautiful art on it. You could make it so it is flat to ship, but easy to assemble once received.

[@jenniek4617]

Thank you for sharing so generously. I feel sorry for the lady who is struggling with loneliness and illness, but you’re right, it’s not a competition and we all have our struggles. I have a lot of issues and worries and no friends but when I feel down I try to practice gratitude. It’s all you can do and try to find joy wherever you can. Creativity is the answer to so many problem. Get out of your head and into your hands (quote borrowed from Kate at the last homely house channel). Wishing you a happy new year! Xxx

[@marthamurphy3913]

I also have a habit of practicing gratitude. However, recently I have learned that past trauma, if we fail to deal with it, may raise its ugly head when we don't expect it, which can cause problems in the future. I had never even thought of some of the things that have happened to me as "trauma" until I recently read "The Body Keeps The Score." Now I realize that, in not sharing about those things with someone else and dealing with them, I have left myself emotionally vulnerable to them. May you be truly blessed!

[@susancurtis8199]

​@@marthamurphy3913 so true! Very wise comment ❤

[@odettepeters7493]

Thank you for sharing and being so open!

[@theenemymaker490]

This beautiful woman is so amazing that I am always inspired with whatever she does.

[@kathrynjenkins9183]

I loved this, thank you, it’s a joy to hear about your life, ideas, interests, struggles and pleasures, you are a beautiful person, I love art so much 💕😊

[@AlexandraVicunaPerry]

Happy New Year. Love the video. Your hair is beautiful.

[@BellyHeartSoul]

Hiya. Just discovered your channel and it really resonates in a beautiful way. You asked about natural products for washing hair. Here's what I do: wash the hair with bicarbonate of soda, 2 tablespoon in a cup of water. I wash the scalp and leave the rest alone. Rinse with Apple Cider vinegar, 1-2 tablespoons in a cup of water. Pour over hair. And rinse. Best conditioner ever. These things cost nothing and leave hair soft and clean. Will never go back to normal chemicals. ♥️

[@madstamper64]

I just love listing to you. And also you make me smile with all your different expressions. Thank you, for all your honesty.

[@alicebeshay6124]

Hello Wendy, Happy new year!!! Today I want to tell you something about loneliness. My elderly sister is poorly for quiet a long time. ( about 10 years now). She is living alone in Amsterdam and I am the only relative she sees on a regular basis. She has no friends and hardly leaves the house. I tried to move her or find her some help. But she don’t want any.I worried a lot about her being on her own and fragile. She never contacts me. I am always scared that one bad day she get sick or an accident and not able to find any help. I told her of course, but she told me not to worry so much. I always feel sorry for her, but one day she told me that she likes to be alone! She got accustom to this situation.I think that I project my feelings of loneliness on her! So you never can tell what loneliness really is for someone else. It is so personal. You never can compare your situation with another person. I am always looking forward to a new video!! Thank you for everything 😘❤️🌹👍

[@terriervin7220]

You are so compassionate and self actualized. I am a curmudgeonly pessimist and I so admire your point of view. I have gotten so much good advice on journaling and life from your films. I wish you would never get trolled. You don’t deserve to receive negativity when your putting so much sunshine into the world. ❤

[@mariadewey4369]

Thank YOU for keeping me company. You make me happy. 😊

[@bettyjo2737]

I hope you and James are having a great New Year and that you enjoyed your break! I have been watching maybe a year and a half now and I enjoy your videos soo much. I don't usually leave comments but you are amazing, your art is gorgeous and I learn so much for you! ❤ Hugs!

[@Paintspotsandpaper]

Brilliant video Wendy, thankyou so much! Strangely enough, I have recently bought myself 3 journals for this year so look forward to seeing how you use yours. Thankyou for sharing x

[@patti3d]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. Love watching your videos. ❤

[@NovaHalo]

Happy New Year Wendy ❤ this is much welcome and mood boosting watching / listening whilst I sew confined to my bed in illness! Thank you for continuing to share with us x

[@audreygillespie8535]

Happy new year wendy great to see u love your videosx

[@natashafranko4951]

Thank you that was really wonderful. Happy New Year 🎉 too you 😊

[@heathertucker7056]

Really enjoyed your Q&A and was impressed how you answered the difficult people’s question! I love your voice as it comes across as a friendly and welcoming! Your channel is just lovely x

[@jancardy3495]

West Cork, Co. Cork is beautiful also Co. Galway and Co. Kerry. I lived 9 years in West Cork and loved it and miss it. 💚🍀💚. Very laid back, friendly, and easy to be there. Lots of Fairy Energy. The energy is mystical and calm. I made some wonderful spiritual friends who made me feel welcome and at ease 💚🍀💚

[@SilkeBeimfest]

Danke für den schönen Einblick! Immer wieder Wunderbar!

[@abbymoser8996]

Wonderful video Wendy !! You cheer people up and are so talented.

[@Lola-Yo]

This is so helpful. Your hair is fabulous! On the competitive trauma, we all have our own journey and our own experience of life. My adult daughter suddenly estranged herself from the family, at the beginning of lockdown. So she is alive and living her life somewhere, but the grief and heartbreak has been devastating for me. I started journaling and some other mindful exercises to help myself carry on. If we can all be kind to each other, because you never know what’s going on in another’s life.

[@geertjem5232]

Lovely to see you again and looking forward for your journal video. Happy 2023 with a lot creative time.

[@melissataylor5552]

I love your voice! You are such a gentle soul!!! Such an inspiration!!!❤️

[@thebellaluna]

Thank you for being so open & honest online. You're inspiring & so sweet, siStar! Happy 2023! Many Bright Blessings to you & James! :)

[@gabrielewatson3790]

Loved this Q&A . It answered a lot of my questions . Happy new year to you and yours ❤

[@kaortega1120]

I really enjoyed this video! I feel I got to know you better, which is always quite nice. I find you so warm and personable. I feel we could chat for hours. Thank you for doing what you do. Happiest of New Years To You!

[@SwissFairy]

I am so happy to have discovered your channel! I love your kindred artistry spirit ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sally-annllewellynartist9362]

Loved that, Wendy. Thank You ❤️

[@pumpkinqueeen]

You answered the quirky question so well! I don't know if I would have been able to be so kind, it is definitely not a competition. Can relate to always needing to have tissues and lipbalm on me!

[@lisadunn7189]

Thank you for answering all of those questions! I found them very helpful. And your kind answers show your very sweet heart. I have recently discovered your videos, and I absolutely love them! Your art is gorgeous, and your art journals are luscious. You are a lovely person.

[@LaSorciereFeuillue]

What a gracious woman you are. No it's not a competition. I'm so happy for people who have what don't but really want ... ❤

[@danasherman2295]

I found you unexpectedly ❤️ Your creativity & energy attracted me. Teaching me get back to taking my short walk alones and to get creative again. Thank you!

[@collenemeeks5212]

I soooo enjoyed this video. It answer so many questions and made me think of things to say. First of all. I love your hair. I did watch the video a ways back where you said you washed it once or twice a year. I was amazed. It always looks clean, and beautiful. I have towash mine at least twice or three times a week. So that was an amazing thought for me. Mine has gotten quite long since covid started. My hair grows quite fast. It was neck trimmed when I started and it is to my waist. If you ever put a color in your hair. Try to start with a temporary lighter color.. I made the mistack of trying dark and bold and ended up with a long long wait for it to be gone. 72 washes later. Oh my! Plus it stuck to the Grey and didn't take so well on the darker hair. I had a halo for quite a while. I was home alot. Haha. I loved how you handled the harsh questions from people . I loved hearing about you life journey with art and just life. And talking about your art supplies. I also wanted to suggest a product I used during menopause. When it was very bad. Hot flashes every 10 to 20 minutes apart. I got mine at the big "W" box store. Not sure I can use there name. Sometime I call this place, wally world. It was a natural product called "Estravon" not sure I spelt that right but it was just on the shelves in the pharmacy area . I only used it for a short time. Had one menstrual cycle then it all stopped. No hot flashes. No periods.felt pretty good after that. Thank you so much for such up lifting info that you share with us. Have a lovely week.

[@iastorgaphotos]

I LOVE you voice! I find it soothing, calming…and happy! Belated Happy New Year to you and James!

[@lotusflowerpassion]

oh you are such a treasure dear just love you so much. I love how you talked about competing as we are all divine spiritual beings and all have are own journey here . Having compassion and empathy for the person who is suffering deeply who has lost several people in their life as is so hard to lose a loved one for sure , so love out to her. I do believe we all can feel lonely at times in our life ,and we all deal with it differently as we are all unique and beautiful . Loved the Q & A

[@peameem]

I understand the loneliness. And it is very vulnerable and brave for you to say so. I appreciate you and your KZbin videos.

[@krc5210]

I wanted to TY. Many women have similar feelings and hearing each others thought is helpful. I did want to say to Jen and those that feel alone, I am there as well, we can know we are out there wishing the best for each other. Maybe we can talk thru this platform or email. As Wendy said this is a positive of social media. Take care. ❤

[@leahwoodworth8431]

You are such a beautiful light. Thank you 🙏

[@hattytool9890]

Don’t EVER feel down about any trolls posting stuff online, they are just very sad people who have nothing better to do. You have a beautiful growing community who love watching your videos. I was soooo happy today when my delivery arrived from your Etsy shop, thank you they are beautiful and I’m going to use them in my journal. 😊

[@suzymadeituk]

You always speak with such kindness and love 💗 thank you for opening up and being so authentic 🌸🌼xx

[@Marti_Lay]

I appreciate your candidness about everything from lonliness to gratitude.

[@pinkprincess7516]

Hello! New here but I wanted to say how much I looove your vlog. Its so sweet wholesome soul comforting and cosy. As someone who quit her career this year and been going through a funk and deep anxiety depression I find your channel uplifting. So thankyou!!!

[@lynngill6772]

Wendy you are such an inspiration and a delight! Thank you for sharing your journey with is!❤️

[@JoelleFromParis]

Thanks, Wendy for this Q&A session that was fun, informative and thoughtful. I found your channel about a week ago and decided to become a patron because I love what you do and your personality that shines through your videos. I am looking forward to the happy mail next month! Much love from France.

[@tthomas6013]

Yes, a Faerie Card Deck please! Love your creativity, journaling, advice, and kindness. Blessings to you 🧙

[@user-uc3ep6qc5o]

Thank you for sharing your world and art with us all. Love listening to you and walking through life’s ups and downs. I’ve just ordered the creative oracle cards you was reading out. As it really hit a note with me. I’ve always got some project on the go be it journaling, crochet or my sketch pad. It really helps to ground one after a tough day and as my brother says it stops me getting the grumps😂😂😂. Have a good weekend

[@Yaya7773]

Seriously! I like your voice and I like to mimic your voice around my home! I’m fromTexas and people have a Texas accent! I enjoy your videos! I understand you feeling lonely! I found you a year or so ago and at that time it was exactly what I needed! Sooo thank you! 🥰 I started drinking tea and smoothies!🤗

[@eileenschurer7861]

Thank you very much for your spirit, so helpful and lovely.

[@juddlong3220]

Your videos inspire me so much! You are so kind and sweet and accepting of people. Your art is truly amazing! Because of you I have allowed myself time to create. I am also going through chemo and watching you is a great comfort. Thank you.

[@TEXTILE2010]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts through your answers to our questions in your chatty way. I feel like I know you more, you are so inspiring. Maybe it would be a good idea to rest when you rest as I find this hard to do when working on one’s own ❤

[@HeyItsTra]

I hope you see this. I'm in menopause now. When I was in peri-menopause, I felt VERY lonely. I had friends. I have a partner. I felt lonely. I've come to realize it's the hormone changes. Also, no one should gate-keep emotions. The best thing I did was talk about how I was feeling and then people who were in menopause reached back and lifted me up. I hope I can do the same for you. It's a hard road to walk. Full of tears, fears, and loneliness. I grieved my husband many times as he sat on the couch next to me. I felt so crazy

[@sarahbrennan1342]

💛♥️🥰

[@LaurieEarly]

Thank you for answering my question, Wendy. I feel like you encourage the joy of creating, those wonderful feelings we have as children when all is new and there is no inner critic. I am glad to hear you had an arty mum 💕 Happy New Year 🌟🎉

[@joannebredin371]

Beautifully answered Wendy for all questions... Wishing you and James a wonderful 2023..

[@h.w.a.batterink1027]

I wish you a very healty, loved, and creative 2023. Like your vlogs so much. Love from the Netherlands

[@heatherc7731]

I just had to say I think of you as my "KZbin Mama" too, and your reaction to reading that was so sweet.

[@dellplummer5173]

Can't wait for the flip through and hear of the new projects for the year. I have just started journaling, no real start yet just making them . Big thanks ❤️🥰