how I romanticise autumn and winter

[@Anne44444]

A little fun fact about the trees turning yellow: the yellow is actually always in the leaves (the pigments), but the green (chlorophyll) overtakes it during spring/summer. When autumn starts the trees doesn't give the leaves much or any energy anymore and the leaves start to die off (including the chlorphyll inside), which causes the yellow/orange pigments to be more 'dominant'. So the autumnal colours are actually always present in the leaves (even during summer) :)

[@RubyGranger8]

Oh my goodness this is so interesting!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@Anne44444]

I’m studying to become a biologist and I loveee trees! So this felt like the perfect moment to share this :)

[@imaginationsmusic1985]

@@Anne44444 as someone who loves learning little known facts about completely random subjects, I love that you shared this! 💛

[@l.l.8464]

Little addition: as far as i know the chlorophyll dosent "die" but often gets retracted into the vessel struckture of the branches and finally the log to be stored until spring. Plants are fascinating :)

[@Anne44444]

@@l.l.8464 I’ve read that the chlorophyll is broken down (it is constantly being broken down and produced, so it’s more that the production stops), but the sugars produced by the chlorophyll is being retracted and stored :)

[@mitzloo1933]

You don’t have to defend yourself and your life all the time. If people find issue with the way you live, then that’s their problem and not yours. Lovely video.

[@AlexandraaFeodorovna]

Agreed.

[@PennyBluebottle]

Yes, completely agree.

[@Pumpkiwi47]

Many people are saying she doesn't have to defend herself, while I agree with it, it's very helpful to some of us to hear that, even though we know her intentions are pure. When I started watching Ruby's videos I used to live in a third world country in a middle income household and wasn't as privileged, now I live in Europe and earn enough to have a lifestyle similar to ruby's and be in similar surroundings but my younger self would've loved to hear that people who are fortunate are appreciating it. I appreciate anyone who realises that because I've had both perspectives and most people only have one so it's difficult to appreciate this life when you haven't seen the lack of it, and I have respect for Ruby to realise these things. Perhaps because of Ruby I am now able to appreciate my life more than I would've if I hadn't come across her videos :)

[@AnneOfCottage]

Living in a third world country and in a middle income household as a 15 yrs old rn you have put words to my thoughts. Thank you

[@kaylag9579]

You don’t need to explain. You are allowed to show us how you romanticize your life. I work full time, a mom and help my husband with his work and I still try and romanticize my life. There is no right or wrong way of doing it. You don’t need to say your privileged or any of that you are just doing it your way. Whoever has an issue are envious. We all tell our own stories exactly as you said and you are sharing yours. Please don’t feel the need to defend your life. It’s your life. I adore your videos.

[@kaylag9579]

@Aline HB people need to stop making everything about themselves and just enjoy the video for what it is and getting butt hurt that she is having a good ole time. Also if you disagree with a point it doesn’t always need to be voiced lol the amount of criticism and crap youtubers get is stupid. Just let them make a video without a 45 min intro of how they understand the world isn’t fair but. Lol

[@armitageshanks2499]

Agree. It's just that there's so many people out there who would take offence to that. Appealing to them doesnt take too much effort. Old people love to take offence to that

[@dandelionryu34]

I really appreciate Ruby for pointing out how romanticising can be easier for some than others. It’s something important to recognise that I think we should reflect on more, particularly in autumn and winter as we enter this cost of living crisis. Thank you

[@sc-iu1tq]

Yes and also maybe romanticizing isn’t making all your life cute and pretty… I have romanticized my worst moments imagining I’m in a movie or a book, and it has helped me to overcome depression. It is extremely difficult to romanticize anything when constantly distressed due to external factors, but it is worth trying. Sometimes it helps to see myself as a book character, I feel much more empathy towards myself and realize that anything can happen in the next chapter. I think nowadays romanticizing is also coming out of the social media bubble and appreciating more mundane things and seeing beauty around you instead of expecting everything to be like in social media (=perfect).

[@sc-iu1tq]

And also I think it depends on what aesthetic you’re going for. I love the dark academia and English countryside aesthetic in these videos but I live in a poor area and immigrant setting. I have learned to romanticize the immigrant hustle, social networks, thrifty mindset, crazy stories, learning about cultures, going to ethnic shops… Like Ruby says, it is more about how you perceive things than your actual surroundings.

[@dandelionryu34]

Hello all. While I appreciate that you are sharing your experiences under this comment, I might ask others to kindly create another thread. Please acknowledge that while this is a community and safe space, it is always kind to think about what you are replying, especially in regards to mental health and potentially trauma dumping. Remember to ask if the person you are tagging is comfortable being notified when you are posting such experiences xx

[@maneskinnnnn7190]

@@sc-iu1tq true, I see romantaising the bad moments helpful too

[@AMI-qv2wc]

I’m not really a fan of colder weather but I can understand how some people find autumn and winter as the most beautiful seasons!

[@jamieraintree]

I love the way you explain how romanticizing changes the effect and feeling of the same situation. I'd never really thought about how to explain romanticizing, but that captures how I experience it perfectly!

[@ClareKix]

This time of year is when I miss my mum the most. I'd love to go out and celebrate my birthday, go on shopping trips with her and sit in little coffee shops. She passed away when I was 13, almost 7 years ago now, and I really miss all the days out I was fortunate enough to have with her when I was younger. I'd definitely love to sit down and have a chat with her now that I'm 20 as I feel like I'd really value those little moments with her more.

[@jade_960]

sending love to you, i’m sorry for your loss

[@alexandrastochici8261]

I just wanted to say that your videos are always like a warm cup of tea in the middle of October. Keep on going and congratulations for everything that you achieved so far!

[@jcjessica]

I come from a financially non-privileged position and I always love the idea of romanticising life in a healthy manner! Like you I absolutely adore books, the nature, the Academia aesthetics, Autumn & Winter and just because I'm poor doesn't mean I cannot enjoy these things! Of course there are things that shouldn't be romanticised (e.g. illnesses - physical or mental, extreme poverty, abuse, etc.) and deserve to be dealt with immediately, but that shouldn't stop us from learning to live in the present and appreciate the things we can do for ourselves at the moment (which includes finding ways to get out of whatever bad situation we're in)! And the truth is that it's impossible for us to constantly worry about the lives of every single person in the world - I know I might sound selfish by saying this but you get the idea. Love your content Ruby and happy Autumn! 🤎🧡💛🍁🍂🌾🌼🦊🦌🦉🐿

[@feli9666]

I’ve been watching your videos for a couple of years and I don‘t usually leave comments, but I really felt the need to say this. I‘ve been struggling a lot with my mental health recently, falling back into old habits and bad coping mechanisms etc. but watching your videos always inspires me so much to keep going and keep trying to get better. Your energy is so warm and loving, it‘s truly incredible. Your channel is honestly such a safe space for me. I guess I just wanted to express my gratitude for the wonderful work you do, so from the bottom of my heart: Thank you for being my inspiration!

[@Rinzler.14]

I was walking in the rain the other day and had my parker or jacket on and the hood over my head… i had a thought at that time and removed my hood and just walked along taking in the rain as it fell on my head and face, you’re so right Ruby there is just something exhilarating and grounding with that experience.

[@Rinzler.14]

Although it’s spring here in Australia it sure is raining 🌧 heaps because of the La Niña.

[@Yesica1993]

I appreciate when people highlight beauty and even more so when they seek to share it! Why would anyone have a problem with that? This world and our individual lives can be difficult and painful and stressful. We NEED beauty in our lives! Thank you for sharing yours.

[@nikolkuhar8127]

I realised ever since I started romancizing my life I became so much happier, my everyday anxiety attacks now became only one day of a week. I appreciate people, nature so much more. I work at grocery shop, yesterday I was selling pumpkins outside of the store. Raven landed on a basket just looking around. I took picture and that made me sooo happy, later I just chatted with my coworker and appreciated that I have people to talk to, to joke around with. So even depressive looking job is much more enjoying if you are appreciating small things. I also study Geological engineering in uni, first year. And just being there makes me gratefull. I can't even make a list of how much things I am gratefull for and I think that's when I know that I am in right mindset

[@anitas5817]

I love romanticizing the seasons. I love each season differently, but the cooler ones are my favorites. I feel so much myself in the rain also!! My favorite thing.

[@kcm7134]

Ruby, if you have not, you NEED to watch the “Anne of Green Gables” movie from the 1980s in which Megan Follows portrays Anne. She is, hands-down, the best Anne Shirley!

[@yerushalisanne]

I love your style of editing, the cinematicness of it. (That’s not even a word, but you get what I mean) I think your videography style is so representative of autumn, and I’m here for it!! And thanks for the tips, I’ll try to appreciate my privileges and the beautiful moments in my life more.

[@mary_book]

So true!!!

[@Lollirot]

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh the neckline on that jumper is SO LOVELY

[@Zirazari]

Whenever I watch the outside of your house and the greenery I’m reminded of Wuthering Heights

[@Murofly]

I think this is more like a celebration than romanticising anything. To romanticise is to tear the prettiest pieces from reality and put them in a pretty frame, gorging on the spectacle while horrible things crawl towards you from beyond your attention. Lovely video, definitely making the most of the gothic/ romantic vibes this year :p

[@not-a-ghost2206]

I love your way of perception! It's beautifully framed and I totally agree

[@markwilliamson9140]

Your enthusiasm is infectious Ruby.

[@hannahdigitals]

cozy sweaters and warm drinks are always my go to

[@ligmaballs-d3m]

First 🥇 I always need advice when it comes to romanticising the winter . It's always all about the fall.

[@juliamr211]

You're a need Ruby, love the way you express yourself and expand your beautiful thoughts and feelings to the world

[@VictoriaPichel]

'I feel more like myself when it's raining'. I'd never thought I'd ever find someone who said those words, which seem right out of my mind. That's how I feel! Rain has such bad rep, and it's so beautiful. I usually go out and take pictures, feel it on my face, the smell, the drops hitting the soil, rain is rather unusual where I live so I tend to make the most of it asap. This video has to be one of my favourite of yours. Autumn is and will always be my absolute favourite season, and I am a bit jealous of you all in the northern hemisphere!!

[@angelahampson391]

It’s about time Ruby was given her own tv series ❤❤❤

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

Er.........no

[@hamza_guerbas]

I live in Algeria ( North Africa ) where autumn have disappeared and become summer thanks to global warming! Also I don’t think I can romanticize my life for reasons out of my power but it is always nice watching your videos and always they bring us calm and peace ✌️ thanks so much for sharing them

[@rmalsen3052]

Put down the TikTok videos and read a book. Much about climate change is bullshit. We're on a ball of lava with a cooling crust shooting through space -- temperatures cycle.

[@julialovesgfriend]

honestly, same! but I’m from Rio, Brazil !!

[@erenkasa7882]

Well that's actually universal , am also from Dz and I heard from a lot of people from other countries that this year summer was longer than usual , I red that the weather will change soon in Algeria so I hope winter will compensate for the autumn we missed .

[@hamza_guerbas]

@@erenkasa7882 I live in bouira and study in bejaia and oh my gosh it is like august here! No autumn at all!! Uk have this season normally which I like about Uk 🇬🇧. Yeah some countries got hit badly by global warming and other not so much

[@erenkasa7882]

@@hamza_guerbas let's not forget the humidity omg t9ol les prolongations t3 Août ! Yeah the uk tend to be colder , but they also complain about the lack of sun which we have here so we both have what the other lacks lol

[@Tharushi1.0.1]

Compared to other vloggers, your personality is so unique! Your lifestyle also inspires me, so keep going!

[@beazuzmcceasar22]

Yes a thousand times yes

[@Sky-ht6tv]

Winter always reminds me of my early childhood in Ontario. It’s so magical.

[@fluffytummy133]

Kids, J.R.R Tolkien went to Oxford, not Cambridge.

[@RubyGranger8]

Wait oh my gosh sorry 🙈 I was convinced it was Cambridge! X

[@stargazerbird]

Yes, it’s a big thing in Oxford. You can’t move for Tolkien in the town!

[@thedarkladyofangmar6184]

To Exeter College, more precisely, which should be easy to remember for Ruby 😉

[@ianmurphy9955]

I absolutely love Autumn and Winter myself. Wrapping up with a hot drink and a film is bliss

[@erinw8509]

my favourite thing about autumn is the coziness and closeness that comes as a result. for example, i'm watching this video curled up under a blanket with my rabbits laying next to me, which is something that i could never do in the hot summers and springs. it really is the little things that make life so much better.

[@stephaniekorbee2711]

I looved this video!! It's kind of slow-paced in a way, just like the darker seasons reflect. Also, your hair half up looks really nice 😊 I am myself constantly in awe of all the beautiful colours, it's like the world is on fire

[@lezeltunbridge7509]

This morning, just now, was the first time I had heard The Raven. So glad it was through Ruby coz now I'm interested in learning more of Mr Poe. It was beyond lovely, thank you. 😊

[@Jessica-pp8ks]

As someone who grew up in South American, the European Autumn feels so cozy and I adore it so much. I like winter but not as much, because some days can be really tough to cycle to uni hahaha But I like how my personality matches Autumn, in summer I feel a bit out of place because I enjoy staying inside reading or doing art.

[@neoxx47]

The colder months are making my first year at university feel much more magical!

[@thedarkladyofangmar6184]

I love this video and the gentleness and calm that comes from it. I much prefer autumn, winter and spring to summer, because I don't like the sort of scorching temperatures we had this past summer, so it's quite easy for me to romanticise this time of year. Although November is a bad month, since my beloved sister passed in November some years ago. Fortunately, before November we have Halloween, and after November comes Christmas. Which proves that even the darkest moments pass.

[@carolynmarshall1968]

Autumn months are also my favourite part of the year 🤎🍁🍂

[@doodlerjay4471]

Be aware that Simple Retro use the horrendous fast fashion site Shein to distribute their products, thus funding the cycle regardless of their own product's quality or sustainability. Greenwashing is a real issue.

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

Practical Magic, Discovery of Witches and Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell are the cosiest things to watch in the Autumn. I am 50 and have always romantised my life! Another wonderful videoX

[@zahra.mo11]

I absolutely LOVED this video. I don't know if it's because of your artistic spirit or how much effort and heart you put in these videos, watching every one of them makes me feel so warm and cozy. You should make movies!!

[@penultimateh766]

Very tactful and sensitive disclaimer at the beginning Ruby, thank you.

[@mitzloo1933]

One that was not needed. She doesn’t have to defend her circumstances and lifestyle.

[@jade_960]

I thought so too!

[@mollyelton3952]

I love watching your videos at this time of year. I always light a candle and watch a cup of tea and it seems up my glasses but I don't mind because I'm so excited to watch your new content. I'm stressed as second year is harder than I thought it would be but I always think of you when I have a lot of reading to do.

[@rosemderosems]

your fantasy autumn details are fascinating 🎃🖤

[@eleanorjones8613]

One thing I've noticed (and I'm not entirely proud of) is that I have a signifgantly more extensive wardrobe for the warmer months than the colder months. I think this is for two reasons 1 You sweat more when its cold so its hard to rewear things without doing laundry 2 I don't have to do very much to enjoy autumn and winter, i love my sweaters and long skirts and pants but I rewear them because they already make me feel so happy. In Spring and Summer I don't enjoy nearly as much. Final exam season always crushes me. I am also graduating this year (high school not college). I think feel like I have to overcompensate for weather and uncomfortable feelings with new clothes or more variety of them. I know this is shelfish, but it's what keeps me positive even when its not my favorite time of the year.

[@ioanagrancea6091]

Yes, you are so right. Gratitude journals changed my life.

[@rewqqwer3393]

I love the way you living your life calm and rain

[@cmccluskey473]

That shirt with the blue neckline looked absolutely gorgeous on you - I am absolutely obsessed with your videos! :)

[@bitteralmondbreath]

i would love if you included your smaller pieces of writing in your videos, like you did within your scotland vlogs. i think the tonality would be perfect during the upcoming seasons

[@MyCygnusX1]

Omg that soundtrack analogy 🪡🙏🪡 perfect! That is actually so helpful, never thought about it in that way 🌟

[@ryanbarrett5806]

She's so lucky she lives in her house, it's extremely large and so beautiful!

[@stargazerbird]

Her parents are rich. I live in that area and a place that big and old with acres of land is worth a million pounds and more. Possibly two. I count myself privileged but my cottage is small in comparison and we ‘only’ have two acres but I know how lucky I am. Her parents can afford for her not to earn money and pay for her to have help with the videos and to get a literary agent and probably have contacts that get her things like the tea company tie in and setting up her stationery company. I am fine with all this. Some of my best friends are this wealthy and clearly she is aware but I think it’s important to understand and emphasis just how much wealth enables her lifestyle and her possibilities. One day she may well be a famous writer and earn her way to an extent but most writers are poor, even well respected and famous authors. Only the rich can afford the arts. I’d love to know how her family grew their wealth.

[@marthacampbell6188]

This was lovely and very cozy. I wrote a letter to a friend at the start of autumn and listed lots of my favourite things about autumn, changes I was noticing as summer ended and plans I had for the season. I also really appreciated your disclaimer at the start speaking about how your life is easier to romanticise than maybe some other people, and how some of us are more priveledged and it made me wonder if during your year out, if you've thought of maybe working with less privileged groups like maybe volunteering to teach English to refugees or starting a reading club to read stories for children in poverty? I know you already have lots of plans and travelling planned but this sort of thing can be really life enriching too

[@pauposadas989]

you’re such a wholesome person ruby, I love you

[@joanaeyre]

You're a true inspiration for me, thank you and happy autumn 🍁 Love from Portugal!

[@natasham4184]

This video has genuinely reignited my appreciation for this time of year 🍂

[@kamicastillo1451]

I am a Grami and I love your videos! So happy your are authentic and not like anyone else😊

[@eniksan86]

Really love your video and your amazing style of speaking. I will keep watching your video as long as I am alive. Really motivating and inspiring

[@estherhinds6314]

I've only seen a couple of your videos, but during the first one I saw I just kept thinking you were like a Frances Hodgson Burnett character. No wonder that A Little Princess is your favorite book!

[@nightowl334]

That's such an incredibly beautiful autumn you have! Autumn in Germany this year is basically extended summer with falling leaves so far :/

[@MariaMedeiros]

Ruby I really love how you explain and express your self. Thank you for being so inspirational!

[@AsenathWaiteDerby]

I think romanticism doesn't play part at all in my life and in the way I am. I'm a fire sign and I'm what the esotericists (in a good way) call a choleric: I tend to point out the injustices and the negative aspects of life to pursuit change in better. I'm never for acceptance, I tend to anger and revolution. Sometimes it's hard but I do my best not to turn this feeling into something distructive, but always constructive. It's something I'm proud of and that keeps me free and conscious of the evil aspects of life, to be ready to face them and do what it's needed to make the change.

[@journalistbythesea2713]

Lovely video. I'd love a video on how to make the most of/enjoy January and February, my most hated time of the year. It feels like a different period to autumn and December - which I love, and I wish I could make Jan and Feb special in their own way, with different things to look forward to

[@Patrick-kt5mc]

Another activity I may suggest is to ride bicycles. I would suggest the classic Raleigh English 3-speed with a proper Brooks leather saddle and Sturmey-Archer rear hub. Very British!

[@mailauritsen4968]

I love this video. Thank you Ruby for giving some ideas about how to romanticise autumn and winther, I really needed it in this dark times. I have a little trouble with the winter season, but I will try to focus on the good things, even if it can be hard sometimes.

[@jade_960]

Oh I loved the “Erica” top the clothing company sent you, nice and simple but yet elegant!

[@JulEnglefaris]

Rain is the best. The sound. The smell. So great.

[@kerryelliott9718]

This Video has helped me and you have changed my life through your videos and you make my life better

[@LuneFlaneuse]

Autumn is amazing 🧡

[@sweetandsalty9387]

I like all seasons, but my favorite time is from February to May 😍

[@jessicagomes4043]

It’s my favorite time of the year as well 😊

[@lakeshagadson357]

they both go well as one autumn and winter

[@pim1234]

Love your Airdale terrier, they are great dogs !

[@aziziabdrahman7756]

Yay, a new video from Ruby! Perfect birthday present for me.

[@helenhe8999]

Absolutely love this video and the last one as well on learning! Great job!!! So much variety of content in this one: movie poetry recs, your perspectives, soothing clips and sounds, and good ads haha (I just checked out their website)

[@lyra3517]

It's funny how you said Sept, Oct, Nov and Dec are your fav months cause same but I live in the southern hemisphere so it's spring here! (which is why they're my favourites cause it's getting warmer and Christmas! 🥰)

[@Rinzler.14]

ET, is one of my absolute favourite movies, I’ve seen it more than 10 times. The Halloween part is so funny and very autumnal. Beyond that there is just something about the connection between Elliot and ET. Elliot to me comes across as almost one of the first portrayals of a kid who is different than most others perhaps autistic and on the spectrum. As he is an outsider/loner who experiences the world with many sensory difficulties. Except for his family Elliot only has one friend ET.

[@pippa1515]

5:00 Ruby quoting Taylor Swift -- Like the colors in autumn, so bright, just before they lose it all --

[@Drew-fx7ke]

The Cask of The Amonteloloto 😊

[@elmaquiavelico5709]

Winter is pretty magical, so I don't blame you.

[@lizastanley3588]

I love your videos, especially ones I can study along with. Also there's a slight spelling error in the description (reyro instead of retro). Can you do some more Autumn/Winter looks for clothing, room decor and desk set-up? xx

[@majj2370]

i'm so happy you acknowledged your privilege thank u v much !

[@Christinebthanroses_]

Such a beautiful cinematic video! I love your style of editing ❤ As someone who grew up in a country at the middle of the equator, I admire and long for colder weather very much and would travel around during autumn or winter season most of the time., It’s hard for me to romanticise summer in a busy city life, I frequently feel out of place, not wanting to go outside. But there were times I often feel grateful for something in life and during rainy season is the best cosy moments that I appreciate..I would make a bucket list to make it feel like autumn 🍂😅

[@laurasanchez8364]

we don't have seasons where i live, which is so sad :c, but i think autumn and winter would definitely be my favorite seasons!! loved this video

[@secretwolf96]

Over the Garden Wall is my number 1 favorite fall/Halloween show. It's incredibly touching, creepy, and hilarious. Please give it a watch! It's 10 11-minute episodes

[@mailauritsen4968]

You look so elegant in the evening dinner outfit.

[@sp7873]

i always feel at home when i watch your vlogs

[@patri3053]

Your editing is amazing! You always make this absolutely beautiful videos!

[@anthoninealexis]

I love your picks! You're just a massive joy to watch !! Love from Connecticut xoxo

[@lizzy8399]

loveeeeeeeeee the editing, the video concept and the vibes ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@terev.]

As someone a lot less privileged than you, I think romantisizing one's life repels a lot of negativity regarding difficulties and inspires to create better circumstances for oneself. Just my experience.

[@dennisli6256]

peace and love

[@everythingot5653]

Your videos are so peaceful ✌️

[@jmariejudd1]

Ruby you should delve into "The Goldfinch"!! Tartt is simply magnificent

[@rachaelbird9250]

Have you visited Bletchley Park it is where the Imitation Game took place? It is a fascinating place to go and there is lots to read.

[@jessiek5656]

A great video Ruby! I would love to see your reaction to some of Taylor swift’s songs. See your ideas on her story telling and literary references! 😍

[@SomeNightOwl]

This is beautiful thank you ❤

[@jamesnoonan9302]

I think there's potential for healthy romanticization, but there's also potential to self-delude. For example if you're eating breakfast on a patio and two birds land nearby, maybe you take a moment to enjoy what's happening and think about how great it is. Surely the birds are not trying to make your morning more enjoyable, but whatever. Then there's the potential that you misread someone's motives, and think someone is doing something romantic when really they are doing something totally different.

[@j.chennn]

Love this video! It’s so relaxing and autumn vibe. I appreciate it but you don’t have to explain that some lives are more difficult to romanticize. Romanticizing is all about your mindset, it’s not necessarily materialistic IMO.

[@Gaish]

you make me want to enjoy life more

[@gypsyskyy9451]

Lovely video! Thanks for sharing! Happy Autumn!