I made a mistake.

[@houstonka]

I quit my job of 5 years an hour ago without backup plan. I could not handle it any more. I am drained to the max and job was very demanding on my body. I need peace and healing now.

[@emkab100]

Good luck ❤️

[@houstonka]

@@emkab100 Thank you ❤️

[@Being_Bohemian]

This makes me think of the Alanis Morisette lyrics, '...the moment I jumped off of it, was the moment I touched down.' I did the same thing a couple of times, years ago. After a few wobbles, everything worked out much better and new doors opened - both times.

[@nicosanchez_music]

@@Being_Bohemiangenuinely curious, how did it turn out? I’m thinking of minimizing and just moving/traveling. I don’t have much freedom to take vacations or days off at my current job

[@Ssaidak]

You did the correct thing. You need to rest and live. You will be fine and better now

[@megawatt888]

I left my home to spread my wings after college, spent the next 10 years moving around, and then eventually landed right back home, surprising even myself. I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything, even though some of those years were very painful. When I moved back home, I met the love of my life who had *also* left for a decade and returned home. If we’d never taken those journeys we wouldn’t have found each other. Life has a funny way of putting you exactly where you need to be and teaching you so much along the way. Thanks for your videos!

[@Nadine-xb4oj]

This video really healed a part of me, especially when you said "because even though I'm back to where I started I know I'm not the same person who left". Last year I moved to Paris and for six months I was miserable, I hated the job, I hated the place and I missed home. I have to say that I'm 25 and that was the first time I went to live somewhere else. For my own mental health I decided to come back home, at first I felt like a failure, but I grew so much from that experience, I learned so many things about myself and the world, and now I can say I'm almost to the point of being grateful for the experience. But definitely I came home as a different person ❤

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

No matter how extraordinary you are if you are in the wrong environment you are very likely to be overlooked and undervalued.

[@ttt1986]

I have moved to Netherlands with my husband and I feel the same.. I left my favorite job and my parents back in my home country because I wanted to be with my husband but I’m actually having a rough time adjusting. Every morning I feel like going home and start fresh.. everybody thinks I got a good opportunity but for me it’s gets more difficult every day..

[@lindsayhone5862]

I don’t think there are mistakes, just lessons. We are always learning from our experiences whether we realise it or not. Returning to where we came from doesn’t mean that our interim experiences weren’t helpful and a necessary part of our personal growth and journey. At the very least you won’t spend your life wondering ‘what if?’, you’ve got those memories to go back to. Thanks for sharing your story, I really appreciate it:)

[@MalamaLife]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Bini.Bini_Bloom]

Welcome back home, Sophie! This video deeply resonates with me. I've followed your journey from Maui to Portugal to Oahu and back to Maui, and I've learned so much from your experiences. I'm glad you were able to step out of your comfort zone to grow and learn. Not many of us are brave enough to do that. Having lived in Maui my whole life, I moved off island for a little while, and upon returning, I've found an even deeper appreciation living here.

[@Bini.Bini_Bloom]

I just realized, i was not subscribed on my new KZbin account 😅 I’ve been following your journey for years on my old KZbin, and instagram

[@heatherhillperez]

Sophie! I love your writing/narrating. Your whole channel is a beautiful book, and I thank you for sharing it with us! ❤

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you so much ❤️ I really appreciate that!

[@bananaJacob]

​@@MalamaLifei say to ya Jesus loves you ❤

[@ritchiewong16]

Aloha Sophie 👋, I think it’s normal for us to reach a certain point in our lives where we end up right back where we initially started. But when we do, we also end up feeling surprised with ourselves for how far we’ve come in terms of our personal growth and how much we’ve learned about ourselves throughout our journey in life, which is something I personally appreciate the most. Mahalo for the video, and sending you lots of love!!! ❤️❤️❤️🤗 Ritchie

[@april5310]

You have such a soothing voice. I wish I could listen to an audiobook read by you.

[@ayyyyyu1988]

Sophie, this is so perfect timing. You know when I first moved out of town, the first video that I watched was yours, to help me adjusted to a new city and routine. And then today, I need to go back home again, and this video popped up. Maybe it’s okay to go back because we are never the same person after all ❤

[@craignovy2090]

Watching this beautiful and soulful video and being a senior I kept saying yes yes yes that's it Sophie! The joy is in the journey and the now. It is all too easy to anticipate the 'next big thing' and miss the beauty of the moment. While your message is delivered with love, gentleness and peace it is profound and should be given serious attention. I am truly fortunate to have found your channel.

[@mansavenkatesh4643]

This is such a wonderful comment Craig! ❤

[@Ronin-b7c]

This resonated so much with me. I’m so grateful I found your channel years ago, your videos are so comforting and has been a big part of my healing journey. Thank you Sophie ❤

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you for supporting me all these years 🥹❤️

[@nathalielampron]

Thanks for your relaxing and thoughtful videos! 😘

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you so much :) appreciate it!

[@yvettecasey-hunter1504]

I can relate to what you said, “I know I am not the same person who left.” When I went to the Peace Corps many years ago and returned after 2 years, I found that my peers had been collecting things with their experiences but I was only collecting personal growth with my experiences. And that for me has made all the difference. Be blessed.

[@yvettecasey-hunter1504]

I omitted to say that I went back to my assigned country, Senegal, for another year and grew even more as a person.

[@yvettecasey-hunter1504]

And then I came back and redirected my life into a previously unexpected career that has lasted more than 45 years.

[@mastandstars]

absolutely LOVING the raw, unfiltered clips nestled in the video. Have an awesome evening ❤️

[@juliaodonovan]

I love your perspective on your experience, and how you evolved from thinking you were in the wrong place at the wrong time to understanding you needed all of those travels to help you grow in ways you wouldn't have if you'd only stayed in Maui 💛

[@shycarandang]

This is my most favorite video of yours. Thank you for showing this part of your life. Makes me feel at ease with the thought of moving to a new place.

[@MalamaLife]

I'm so happy to hear that :) sharing all sides of the story is important! I wish you the best in your move 🤞

[@tamaramadelin4831]

I am going to try and enjoy the journey instead of concentrating on instant gratification! We are renovating our home in Portugal and it's so difficult waiting for it to be finished and there's so much to do that it's sometimes overwhelming!! One good thing we've done is close off the second story for the second phase and to take away some of the chaos!!

[@mariyakrutkova6294]

This might just be my favorite video by you. So timely, a healing balm for my weary heart right now. Thank you for the authenticity you bring

[@gmac1384]

I noticed you got teary-eyed when speaking about your husband and his family and being back in Maui. 😢 I’m sensing bitter-sweet tears. ❤ Good luck on this not so new transition back “home”. Maui ain’t too shabby of a place to be! 🌈🏝️

[@sschulz0801]

I totally feel you: my husband and I built our own house from scratch for four years now and finally we are living in that house and the whole building journey brought us so much closer together, although it was a super hard time!

[@MalamaLife]

I am so happy to hear that! What a dream 😍

[@hannahbentson9374]

I resonate so much with the wanting to skip to the outcome. My hubby and I are remodeling on our second house and I’m trying my best to not rush the process.

[@GJ-ly1mv]

Sophie, it's insanely good to see you've returned to Maui. You look happy. The inside of your house looks beautiful. I hope you have a long and wonderful stay in such a beautiful place.

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you so much. It is so nice to be back on Maui

[@mavjudamusic]

thank you for the message, it was something I needed to hear today... We have been moving arround for the last 5 years.. Few weeks ago we moved to a new country, all is new to us and it was not easy... I agree that we are all.on a journey and may be there are lessons here to learn 👇....

[@Kate.Crosby.1988]

Sounds very much like “The Hero’s Journey” by Joseph Campbell. You have joined many who leave and return with a whole new perspective. 💕

[@TheMennomilist]

I love how your mistake wasn't really a mistake but was a way of getting to where you are and enjoying that. I think that is important. I have gone through similar things (making a mistake that turned out for the better). Gorgeous video.

[@MalamaLife]

Yes!! I'm glad you understand 🥹

[@PaulDurham]

Thank you for these videos you put your energy into and give to us. They are insightful, and give me food for thought.

[@JYYB]

I watched the video....the beginning got me and i was thinking "what! What is she saying, going back home is amazing, being with family is amazing....sometimes we run away and need to leave to realize home is home. Than i finnished the video and I have relieved 😌 ❤ We were on the same mindset. 😊

[@marynaabdali]

“I remember walking in and loving the energy so we put all of our savings together and got lucky to be chosen for this place” those words are so spiritual, you have a beautiful soul 💕

[@nghijusay5373]

My son once listened to you once and he said your voice is so calming and it makes him sleep better

[@peachelly808]

Born and raised in Maui ❤ Had to leave because it got too expensive for me.. My husband and I live in Vegas now but I miss the peaceful serenity of Maui. We do always strive to live a simple life here, always thinking about where we came from ❤

[@MalamaLife]

Maui is so special. My sister just moved off island to Vegas too. They are adjusting there and finding a different life. Wishing you guys all the best

[@freakskiller3396]

"So for now, I'm going to enjoy this walk. It's so beautiful here." This spoke to me so much; I'm currently abroad in Japan (from the US), and it's been really hard to focus on the here and now.

[@MalamaLife]

❤️❤️ Wishing you all the best

[@atciitwcat]

This came at the perfect time. I've been watching your lovely videos for around 2 years and appreciate all you do. You are a beautiful soul. I'm currently in the process of finding a place to call home and it's been extremely stressful for me. I get fixated way too much on one thing, and I'm trying to just enjoy the process just like you said. Thank you

[@kimcarroll1129]

Change is wonderful! it keeps life interesting and we grow so much. Love watching your transformation :)

[@kikiuniki3406]

I have also just moved off Oahu recently- so seeing your messy real life home made me feel better 😅 we are currently unpacking and trying to figure out where things go, discovering that we brought some things we don't really need, and regretting a couple of things we did get rid of. More than anything I'm just overwhelmed with the current chaos. I have children, and we homeschool. It's been a journey.

[@MalamaLife]

Ooh wishing you and your family best of luck wherever you are headed next

[@chaohuang816]

I’m touched by this video so much 🥹. I usually use the outcome to judge if I’m successful or not. Thus, most of time I feel I’m just back and forth and stuck on the same spot in life. I need to reflect what growth I got from my journey 🙂. Thank you, Sophie ❤

[@ぶモナザ]

it's good to be reminded that we have to appreciate the constant change for us to learn that it's not all about the end goal but it's all about how we get to that goal.

[@erics670]

I can really appreciate this. Hope you're adjusting well.

[@louisetilbury3443]

I’m so glad you’re back. The scenery in your videos is amazing. I love it. It’s like a mini holiday listening to waves and seeing the beautiful palm trees and ocean. ❤

[@MalamaLife]

❤️

[@EntyseAndBriJoRae]

This was such an encouragement. Going through something similar myself and have had the same voice in my head. ❤Thank you love. Blessings!

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thank you so much!

[@philaqhawithaphila]

It was your path to walk for a reason. One thing im learning from you is to accept change and continue to enjoy life.

[@MalamaLife]

🙌❤️ yesss

[@rutaa3957]

I can really relate to you. I have moved to homeland country after living in UK for 12 years, first I was very excited and thought this will change my life for the better and things will be easy and I will be happier. After 4 months Ive been back home, I feel like Im always so exausted as my mind its taking in such a big change and I feel like I started a new beginning, I dont relate to people as well and its strange speaking to relatives after I havent really spoken much for last 12 years. I find it difficult to fit in and I feel very home sick for my life in Uk and I think a lesson is that the grass is not greener somewhere else and that even if you are not happy at the moment in the future you will be upset and wish that you could go back to the moment and tell yourself to not move, to not do something and that you will wish that you could do everything you can to go back in that moment of decision, however Im not the same person and feel like I learnt the lessons that needed to be learnt, up to now change was always good for me and changing jobs has made me more happy, but changing country has left me thinking did I do a right thing cause it has been challenging and I sometimes feel like I made a mistake, sometimes it feels like taking a step back, like I gone back to where I started

[@Being_Bohemian]

Sending thoughts from the UK. ❤ I think it can be tricky when we're a product of two or more countries / cultures. Like people, countries have such different pluses and minuses, and different trade-offs. One of my family members has spent decades moving back and forth between Australia and the UK (a few years in each). After a few years in one, he misses the pluses of the other country. And a friend bounced back and forth between the US and the UK, similarly. But yes, as the saying goes, we take ourselves wherever we go. I hope it comes together gradually, for you. It can take time. These kind of adjustments can be huge, and a culture-shock even returning to our homeland. If you still feel the same in time, maybe you'll be able to switch again (though I know the costs can be huge, in every sense).

[@Ssaidak]

@@Being_Bohemian and some of us miss more than two countries. I was working yesterday in the public library, in Scotland, and I saw a travel book about my city, Seville, Spain, where Im not living for the last 8 years and was very familiar and strange at the same time see the streets in the map. I was very nostalgic. Then I saw other travel book about Paris, where I was living in my twenties, and I felt at home seeing the streets. Part of me is everyday in Paris, every single day. And I saw another book about Venice so I remembered my Italian life, also the walks in the streets. And I miss Tokyo till tears everyday, part off me is there. Also I missed Edinburgh where I have been only 6 days but terribly in love. 20 years later I risked to spoil my memories moving here and having my daily life. But you are always missing your places. In my dreams Im each time living in one of my different 10 homes. And a lot of times Im speaking in French in my dreams, or Italian, English, Japanese. And sometimes when Im tired at work Ive been talking in French or Japanese. I was like saying wait a minute, in which language are we now. But I love all that mess and learning.

[@mansoor3159]

Sophie your videos are always so so so peaceful to watch and I am so so so glad that I've Found Your KZbin Channel you are my inspiration and I wish you have a blessed weekend🥹😭♥️🥰✨

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you 🥰❤️

[@heatherframpton9693]

Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with us, Sophie. ❤️

[@xyzabc9086]

Sophie since childhood we all aspire to get at a certain position or dream a lot about all the materialistic stuff and it's important as well....but then there's an other side to look towards life as well is what I learnt from you. Being fully present in the very moment, living intentionally are the most important things one should cultivate. This statement is very simple to put forward but equally hard to actually live up to.And then there are beautiful people like you who actually implement it and inspire others to do as well.... (I mean your perspective and the way you put it in words is legit commendable) Lots of love❤️keep inspiring!

[@Sahana1991]

Lovely reflection Sophie... so many deep learnings :) thanks for voicing this out

[@akikoyoshimura1612]

Thank you so much for sharing the great contents. I am also moving from India to Germany due to my job. Being as Japanese experiences so many culture and enjoy having the change.

[@jocelynllamas6600]

It's ABSOLUTELY okay to go back somewhere or "start over". There's NO rules to life! I've left Hawaii twice, moved back, moved back to other states, started brand new careers, and gone back to school. I feel like life is like the Road to Hana. The journey to Hana is about the journey itself, not the destination (Hana). Enjoy the journey, the ride, and all the experiences along the way!

[@stanleyibkiss-vo2cl]

I think it all depends on the label ones gives in ones head for the place. Is the place home , work, vacation place, temp sojourn place, or blast from childhood

[@vixikie]

Have you ever thought of living the van life? For example full time or just for a while, like during a couple of months or something. Many see mistakes as failures or something bad, but it can also be seen as a way for people to grow and learn. Sometimes you have go along the wrong path but eventually you will end up finding the right one. Life is all about exploring and learning.

[@MalamaLife]

Yes 🙌❤️ van life sounds amazing but I don't think it's for us

[@lindsaylau1982]

i had realised that when seeing you talking to us on the video, I am smiling along with you while looking at your smile ❤ thank you for sharing and creating such an beautiful video with breathtaking views and your creating mind

[@karthikvijay5678]

Sophie, This is something I relate to as I had moved for a little while and when I came back from a sort of long trip/stay I noticed it felt like I too had to start over. But you know what now there is new insight and a new mindset that was not there before. I’m not sure if you can relate to that but I just wanted to let you know that your progress is definitely not lost, coming back is a part of the journey and there are going to be even new exciting memories you will create. I hope you see that as someone that also came back home I do understand where you are coming from ❤

[@iamlight2972]

So true - trust the journey. Life is non-linear.

[@MalamaLife]

Yess 🙌😍

[@jeniefersarmiento4908]

I’ve been watching your video since 2018,and most of your video watch it repeatedly😂.Never tired watching of it over and over.Letting you know that you are an inspiration for all of us❤

[@kurriedone741]

Watching from the UK. Brilliant video! Excellent narration, filming and editing. Your video just popped up in my feed. It was definitely worth watching. I don’t know anything about Maui. It was interesting to hear about you moving away from home and how much you have grown. It would appear that you are finding your purpose. Wishing you, your husband, all of your family and the people in Maui all the best from 🇬🇧.

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Yes, enjoy your journey! ❤️

[@wijithagorakanage4560]

I don't think you will find anyone who has not made any mistakes. There is a saying that the only ones who haven't broken any plates are the ones who haven't washed any. Past is gone. All what matters is how you handle the present moment. You have the courage to face the life with a smile. Thanks a lot for sharing your experience. All the best.

[@sararodrigues3315]

It must be hard to being always in a change and never geting rooted in a job, a house, a place. Wish you the best ❤

[@Alicjabulanda]

I had very similar situation. We move out for few months and we discovered that we love place we left. But for moment wojen we back i appreciate every day here and now i am sure that it is place for us.

[@syanhc]

It's not where you are but who you are. ❤

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ yes!

[@leenahel-tayeb3414]

Hello Sophie!! I am in a situation in which everything is fresh and new, I am far a way from my family, home, and country. I don't know exactly what is waiting for me. But Thankfully, I feel my heart is open for the new experiences and lessons that will definitely help me grow. P.S I am a big fan of the way you express your thoughts, and your choice for every word. 😊

[@MalamaLife]

That's the right attitude ❤️ I'm wishing you all the best. And thank you so much ❤️🥰

[@CindymeCindy]

I relate to you saying your memories were of the chaos and mess. In my current home which I hate, I can think of nothing but the filth and nastiness when I first moved in. The cleaning involved…..

[@robertstanley9633]

I needed this video more than ever. Thank you for sharing with everyone

[@rickykuko2994]

I will ALWAYS be ETERNALLY grateful for ❤You Sophie & Your Life Journey Wisdom❤

[@sungchun57]

Hi Sophie ! I like your lifestyle.. sometimes destruction is good for Re-creation.. keep up it !!

[@Pinkstrawberryz]

You’re videos are just beautiful inside and out ❤

[@MalamaLife]

Aww thank you 🥹❤️

[@Dr.Wolfstar]

Thank you ....I needed to feel/hear this message. Good luck. I love your truth :)

[@nomiefilms2532]

your life looks sooo beautiful and blessed 🌸🤍

[@MalamaLife]

I am so blessed 🥹 grateful!

[@juliusanna5743]

Sophie, love this video. Lots of good insights. You're an inspiration to alot of your viewers ❤

[@Bonitalife16]

Home sweet home. I love mawi. Welcome back girl. Your channel made me embrace minimalism

[@sniffableandirresistble]

I'll give 3 to 1 odds in less than 9 months she pulls "Portugal is my real home" "sometimes following your heart isn't neurotic" ... lol 😂

[@staceygiosi3878]

I love Hawaii ❤I have been wanting to return since my honeymoon in 1998 .. just peaceful and an energy that’s hard to put into words 🦋 beautiful video!

[@bhumika290]

I really love your videos, following you since long and I want to thank you! Bcoz your video helps my anxiety go away it’s so soothing and calming. Your video always play on lope no matter how many time I watch still love them. Hope so one in lifetime want to meet you♥️🧿 Please do updates decluttering video🤗

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you so much for the support 🥹 it means a lot

[@margarettownsley9500]

Hi Sophie I’ve no doubt that you will make your home beautiful love your videos

[@marynaabdali]

You are so lucky to be able to go where you came from and to drink a coffee in your favourite cafe ☕️ and to hug your family. I am Ukrainian and I can’t go to my native town 💔 Your mistake is just an experience ✨

[@zoeygirl73]

That cafe is so serene!

[@MalamaLife]

Good coffee and Matcha too

[@sonomabo]

"Just focus on the process of becoming".. thanks for the reminder❤ Sophie I love your contents. Keep living, pursuing, creating, going after what you believe in..!! 응원해요!!

[@MalamaLife]

고마워요 ❤️

[@oliviajude6009]

You just described where i am in my own life all goodness for us now please God .home is home

[@cheexiong1634]

Agree mistakes and changes are always going to happen… and it’s ok things are meant to happen and lessons to be learned but be present in the moment. ❤❤

[@FERNANDAKT]

I love your voice and your journey. I have been following you for a long time. Thank you for sharing. What kind of work you and your husband do that allows you to move around. I saw you moving to Portugal. I was shocked to see your courage because the language is so difficult.

[@kimgordon3695]

Love is a tapestry. enjoy the journey Lovely Sophie. #Edit on!

[@kimgordon3695]

Life is best traveled w a handyman; Sophie...

[@kimgordon3695]

4:40 lesson✓

[@kimgordon3695]

So blessed you were off Maui during it's devastation. 🌺

[@suzannegukasyan8084]

relateable,deep, meaningful,and overall a beautiful storytelling. Worth pondering on... 🙏🙏

[@kelscc]

I love your videos so much! Everything you are talking about in this video is exactly what I needed to hear today, thank you ❤

[@preranab3627]

It resonated with my current situation and feelings . So yes , really enjoyed watching !! ❤❤❤

[@lovelifementoring5399]

❤ home sweet home and who knows what the next adventure will hold.

[@MalamaLife]

😍❤️ yes!

[@Kewsu113]

Always knew you would be back in Maui. It just there...when you moved to Portugal, I though so .

[@ForestKiddo]

love this kind of video! thanks and all the best x

[@MalamaLife]

😍❤️ thanks for watching

[@hyehan1296]

하이 ! 소피 !!! 재미있게 보았어요…remember that sometime our life is made in doing countless mistakes..

[@MalamaLife]

고마워요 ❤️

[@DivyaJoan]

I love your videos. They are incredibly calming and motivating. ❤

[@rickykuko2994]

And Very Greatful For Those Who❤ ARE LOYAL To You Sophie❤

[@SAI1973]

Amazing Video.. so touching, comforting and exactly how I feel right now.. missing home(Maui) but thank you for sharing, it helps a lot. ❤🙏

[@waelfaraj6705]

Trust God guiding your heart , mind and inner guidance system or inward instruction system... As you said , it is an inner transformation first before being an outward journey ...

[@penny3767]

So very wise. Thank you 🙏

[@feetforward75]

it is the journey, not the destination.

[@sommermaxwell]

Such a beautiful message! ❤

[@Mar-ME-s3h]

Insightful and beautiful video with wisdom for people of all ages 🌸

[@MalamaLife]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Velvera309]

I am so happy once again ..thank you for uploading 💝

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you for watching ❤️🥰

[@rosedoenz5721]

A new adventure awaits dear Sophie but until then, enjoy all your precious moments in Maui! 🥰😘🥰

[@alesia67]

reminded me of the book "Alchemist" by Paulo Coehlo

[@Ponzuu28]

Exactly what I’m doing now ❤ thank you 🙏🏻

[@ChetYoubetchya-it5zv]

You're doing great miss ❤🤗