I quit my 9-5 job and here is why

I quit my 9 to 5 full time job at L'Oréal and in this video, I explain why I quit. I'm thrilled to begin this new chapter as a freelancer & entrepreneur! Thank you for all of the love and support ♥
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[@theflowergodleanne]

not gonna lie, i think the ones who followed her long enough definitely saw this coming

[@breyannaalese192]

theflowergod Definitely

[@nicolaamore9415]

i did lol

[@cesttmoii]

Honestly

[@bronwynvalentine1265]

Hi Katy, I appreciate this video and can imagine your community is proud of you for being in a position where you are able to quit your day job to pursue your passion project. As a millennial (4 years into my own career) I do have to say the discussion around influencers quitting day jobs because they dont bring them joy is slightly offputting to new grads. The majority of recent graduates who continue into entry level positions do not enjoy the work that they do, find themselves overworked, undervalued and not fully stimulated. The fact of the matter is there is a reason that you are paid to work a job; and you pay to experience hobbies. There is nothing wrong with your video. But i do feel the need to pass along that the majority of new grads are experiencing all the issues you were without the ability to up and quit. I am excited for you in this new chapter. But as a role model for many young women, It should be important to communicate to your audience the demands of the corporate environment so as to make sure that they do not naively enter into the world expecting to fully be content in their jobs - or quit. Cheers!

[@lena78b]

Bronwyn Valentine completely agree! I love katy so much but I’m graduating college next year and looked up to how she was working a 9-5 while still having passion projects on the side. Idk I its just disheartening to know that this will never be a choice I have but I’m glad katy has the opportunities she does

[@jellybeansies]

so well written, took the sentiments out of my mouth!

[@katieness9412]

Bronwyn Valentine thank you for sharing this. I love Katy & support her 10000%, but I agree lot of people feel stressed, anxious, upset and irritable after being at a demanding, adult job for awhile. It doesn’t mean we can quit. We must do hard things in life! I’m glad you shared this!

[@daysy409]

Also we have to realize that our bosses and idols also started off doing things they hated before growing into the roles they have now. Some executives have been with their same company for years and love it. Some entrepreneurs don't get their big break til their older and end up using connections they made while at work. Lawyers leave their firms with the clients they've amassed and end up working for themselves. You push paper for a boss you hate but one of your companies clients loves you and you end up landing your dream job via that connection. Life happens in different ways.

[@KwniStewart]

But she was feeling unhappy eith her job. I feel like that sometimes and I want to quit everything. Maybe both me and katy are overthinking it and not just going with the flow. I dont think she means to insult or discourage anyone

[@amenaogbonna3112]

omg I feel like every youtuber has quit their 9 to 5

[@verynormalgirl]

M financial stability doesn’t matter if you spend your entire life bored and feeling like you’re in a constant loop everyday. some people want stability and are happy with a 9-5 but i think it’s incredible if more young people desire more from life than that, even if it means they don’t have as much money as someone working a traditional job.

[@kathryner1]

because 9-5 sucks! it's "secure" but it sucks!

[@laurarivera6349]

@M well, I work a 40-hour week but it's not truly only 40 hours. Taking in consideration the time to get ready for work, then commuting to work, and the reality of sometimes staying over time or having to take work home is more than 40 hours. I think it's great when people try to achieve their dreams and take risks versus just being safe and taking the usual route that everyone expects them too.

[@pinksocks115]

@Minfluencers quit because they earn so much that if they aren't blowing it all away, they are able to easily save a nest egg / emergency cushion to feel confident about quitting their 9 - 5

[@gbelks1]

Amena Ogbonna I really wonder what will happen if KZbin becomes the next MySpace aka irrelevant and they all try to go get jobs again....

[@StressedDepressedAnxious]

This is the most millennial video ever and i say that as a millennial. We never thought we'd be doing things we didn't dream of doing for some reason

[@juliette1945]

ReviewsbySummerGirl most generations have thought the same they just didn’t have social media to compare themselves to others

[@StressedDepressedAnxious]

@@juliette1945 no generations who had less social media had an easier time conforming and felt like it was just how things are. Millennials have a different outlook. Anyway, this comment isn't about other generations

[@KwniStewart]

But isn't that a good thing? That every day that passes more and more people can discover their passion through social media or other ways and actually try to pursue their dreams? Not everyone has that privilege and especially in the past very few could. But now we can actually think and decide better what to do with our lives. I find it amazing ❤

[@StressedDepressedAnxious]

@@KwniStewart I didn't say it was good or bad i was just making an observation

[@justanotherpersonxo]

She is not considered a millennial technically. She is gen Z. I don't understand why every young person thinks their a millennial. Do you even know what it means to be a millennial?

[@PreeyaSharma]

DID NOT SEE THIS COMING. i have enjoyed ur l’oréal videos but i’m so happy for what’s next for you. you were the first youtuber I ACTUALLY ever subscribed to like 5 years ago. 🖤 edit: after watching the whole video. I hate how difficult this is for youtubers when it shouldn’t be. the reality is no one wants to be in a job that they are miserable in. if you have the opportunity to follow ur dreams you should!!! not only that employers move on in the snap of a finger, her position will be replaced (let’s all remember she works for a million dollar company) she will get to pursuer her dreams, and her past job at l’oréal is going to open a door for someone else to pursue their dream job (her position) 🌿 so proud of you!!!!! also i have a small vlog channel if you wanna be friends :)

[@alyngomez5369]

Preeya Sharma sake!

[@PreeyaSharma]

Alyn Gomez ???

[@xgenkea]

@@PreeyaSharma hey

[@startraveler24]

Please realize how much privilege you have to be able to quit your job. Yes, we understand that KZbinrs and Instagram Influencers don't like to have a "traditional" job so to speak but in reality that is not feasible for 99% of the population. The rest of us have student loans and bills to pay where we don't make $500 for posting a sponsored instagram photo.

[@MaryJane26061]

startraveler24 well, she very much realises it as you can see in the video and she’s not telling anyone to do the same whatsoever 🤷🏻‍♀️😀

[@pinksocks115]

yup & influencers with a 500k reach can get paid more like $5,000 for a instagram photo

[@HelloKatyxo]

Hi :) Thanks for the feedback. I completely realize my privilege and in no way encouraged anyone to follow suit and quit their jobs, through creating this video. My quitting is a personal choice I felt I needed to address, but never stated it was a reality for all. Hope you can understand!

[@ashhleyz]

And? They’re lucky. You’re watching KZbin what do you expect lol.

[@willsullivan8480]

startraveler24 what is preventing you from doing this?

[@mxnja]

Last video: office outfits This video: I quit my office job

[@pradeep2662]

Lmao

[@RebekahAllison]

Then wears the coat from the office outfits video in her I quit my job video. 😂

[@CaitlinBea]

life is too short to not follow your passions or care what anyone else has to say about that. SO damn proud of you my love!! You're gonna kill it.

[@HelloKatyxo]

Thanks Cait ILY!!

[@remykillunmg8832]

Cannot stand some of these comments, it is unbelievable. I totally understand some of you, being in the same boat, but why put someone down for being able to quit their job? I absolutely hate my job and would love to quit right now, but when I watched this video, I was so happy that Katy is able to do this for herself. Every time someone does something to make themselves happy, there is always other people who hate it. If you haven't noticed, she is incredibly smart and knows there are people out there who cannot do what she does. But all of these comments of "oh well you are actually able to quit your job" or "you're lucky you can do this, I'm suffering at my job and can't do what you're doing" or "you're so privileged to do this" are full of jealousy and anger. A majority of people will not get their dream job right out of school, and a lot will not in their life, but you can work towards it. My mom just got her dream job at 57 years old. Life is not easy and definitely not fair. But stop trying to bring someone else down because you aren't happy. Be happy for her and work towards whatever you want to in your life. Congrats Katy!!

[@theflowergodleanne]

but i can totally relate when she said “by the time my work goes through these people, its no longer mine”.. original creativity just suffers so much in corporate life!! creating should be fun and fulfilling, compromising ends up hurting your own creative energy.

[@mariavilchez4206]

this is the most dramatic " i quit my 9-5 job" video and I'm here for it !!! Goodluck!

[@laurenbrown1110]

Honestly when I first read the title I was disappointed. I love watching KZbinrs who have relatable lifestyles. HOWEVER once I actually sat down and watched the video my view completely changed. I’m so glad you aren’t quitting just to focus solely on KZbin and social media alone. Starting a business is SO COOL and I think that many of your followers will enjoy that content just as much :) I know I am excited. Yeah you might not be sitting at a desk all day like me but you are still doing real work!!! And not just getting spray tans and going to soul cycle. I admire your courage and am really excited for this new stage in your life ❤️ as a fellow graphic designer I hope one day that I can go fully free lance too 🤞🏼 it is hard being a creative and working in a corporate company I totally get that girl (lol sorry this was so long)

[@livvargus]

thank you for opening up! it's interesting to see so many youtubers growing up and doing different things this year. i just graduated and i'm spending 24/7 trying to figure my future out and its HARD. there's so many options and it's easy to feel pressured into feeling like you have to have the "perfect" life and career. but anyone not on youtube can probably relate MORE to the fact that life is strange and scary when you're young. i think your choice was empowering and intuitive - something i'd rather look up to than someone who is afraid of being themselves and accepting that they deserve a happy life measured by their OWN standards. ok thats all for my rant good luck love xoxo

[@nina_allegra]

I was always wondering how you were doing it all - watching your Instagram stories of you doing all of these things and also working a 9-5, it‘s completely understandable that you can’t do it all! After a while you have to decide what’s most important to you!

[@stephlyndsey3932]

9-5 jobs really don't value employees anymore. Employees are overworked and underpaid unless you're part of the lucky 10% that get paid their worth. I would work for myself any day before working for a billion dollar company that just looks at me as another number 💯 Congrats Katy!

[@yourjournalrefresh]

This came at an amazing time because next Friday will be my last shift at my job and TECHNICALLY I've left without another job simply because I was unhappy where I was in this toxic workplace. I have ambitions in the works (that have been growing for about a month now) to start my own business and I'm just massively determined to make it work for myself because it's something that I'm so passionate about. I feel your happiness and that weight that's been lifted off your shoulders. I look forward to seeing your videos in the future about entrepreneurship.

[@Bubzii26]

So so happy for you Katy! I’m in a huge transition period in my life, having just graduated university and starting a full time job soon. I found the quote “everything you want is on the other side of fear” the other week and it really resonated with me. To hear you say it in this video feels like a sign. Keep killing the game girl!

[@HelloKatyxo]

I'm so happy that you took this as a sign! I was super scared to make this video so I'm happy to hear it helped in some small way :)

[@smoothielover07]

Thank you for sharing this with us, Katy! You go girl! I'm glad you're living your life the way YOU want to live it! I know how difficult it can be when you think about the people in your life and what they'll think/how they will feel.

[@caitlinbaker37]

Katy, I have been watching you for YEARS and I havent seen you GLOWING like this in forever - I am so so so so proud of you! You have inspired me in so many aspects of my life and I really hope that now, you can have the freedom to inspire yourself and keep growing and blossoming into the amazing human being that you are. Lots and lots of love always x

[@misteriouslaughs]

Reasons why u quit ur dream job: 1) it wasn’t your dream job ( or at least not anymore)

[@StephanieAlexisMusic]

Totally in the same boat. I just made a major life change myself. After chasing a dream for three years, I realized my dream has changed. I was so afraid of what people would think or if I was making the right decision. Despite what some people will think/say, I admire you for making such a difficult decision and sharing it with us.

[@priscillalynn1330]

KZbinrs: “Why I left my 9-5 job” Me: Umm because you can afford to ....

[@Jaykaverse]

Lmao

[@mariamaldonado8842]

YAS KATY. PROUD OF YOU GIRL. I love love love that you’re following what sets your heart on fire!! Time to start working on your empire!!!! So excited for all your upcoming projects and ~hopefully~ a revival of your blog!

[@shoshanav3672]

I think people need to remember that she has her own creative business now, it's not like she is the typical influencer/ KZbinr. She is consulting and helping other businesses, doing graphic design etc. I'm studying communications right now and we are actually being prepared to be a freelancer if we want to, nothing wrong with that. And after all she's aknowledging that she is lucky, she realises that and I respect that. We don't have to be spiteful because we are maybe not able to make the same decision. Everyone lives a different live, everyone has different privileges and we should encourage each other to be happy!

[@ainovehkavaara7585]

Shoshana V This was such a great comment!

[@TheStilinski24]

Wow I didn’t expect this! Katy I’ve been following you since the beginning and I’ve always related to you. However, I recently graduated uni and I’ve been trying to get a good job to further my career and not a filler job and it’s been difficult. So when I saw you at your job I always had this “why couldn’t my life be like that? Job offer out of college and just having it together?” So it’s really eye opening to hear that you felt the opposite at times. Thank you for sharing and opening up. Good luck ❤️❤️

[@HelloKatyxo]

The grass is ALWAYS greener. You never truly know what people are going through behind the scenes!!

[@TheStilinski24]

HelloKaty you’re completely right!

[@raisingjameson6966]

Watching you grow since a freshman in high school as I have been growing up myself has been so inspiring. You continue to motivate me and be my truest self. I love seeing how powerful you are. I love knowing I’m not alone in feeling certain ways because of how raw you can be on camera. I appreciate you sitting in front of the camera with zero set up and just pouring your heart out. I feel like I know you. And holy shit am I so proud of the remarkable woman you continue to develop into.

[@erryy1269]

I am obsessed with your creative aesthetic and can't wait to see more of it. You're going to thrive SO much! Happy for you!

[@natalievilar7295]

So proud of you Katy! Super excited for this new chapter in your life! As always thank you for sharing and having us be apart of your journey.❤️

[@oliviaeleen3379]

Everything always works itself out! You are talented and there are so many opportunities for you. You got this Katy! I’m so expectant for what is coming your way next and you should be to !

[@95jazmyn]

Katy! I’m so proud of you! You are gonna thrive, I can’t wait to see where your journey takes you.

[@lizklepp14]

I have been waiting for this. You limit yourself and you have so much to offer. So much props to you on this journey

[@enchantel7]

I’m so so happy for you! I can totally relate to quitting a full time job, especially when it’s one of your first “real” jobs out of college. I felt so much pressure to stay in a job I was miserable at just because I felt i should be grateful to have a job in the field I went to school for. Congratulations on finally doing it, and I hope you enjoy your new found freedom ❤️

[@Katya-ij7hg]

Katy, thank you so much for sharing such a vulnerable moment with us here. Your bravery is an inspiration! Please keep us updated about your new journey!

[@Braussie12]

Sending you so much love in this new chapter of your life. Admiring you for having the courage to follow your heart ❤️

[@aleksandraszejnoga]

I have 9-5 job in a creative agency, that I LOVE! Year back I could not imagine myself doing it, it seemed like something awful that kills creativity and all the fun in life. I am really lucky to find a job that I adore and happy to go every single day so I just wanted everyone to know that having a stable job is not the worst thing ever, although people have different paths! Some people freelance, some people do 9-5, some hustle. Whatever works for yall, but sticking up to something that makes your truly miserable and hate your life may mean that it is time for a change. Enjoy the ride! Katy, good luck! 🍀 Since you moved to New York City I’ve been following you religiously, one of the few youtubers I still enjoy! I wish you allllll the best, girl! ❤️

[@urmom1657]

Yesssss I love how happy you are in this video!!! I can’t wait to see your design website because your tattoos ones are so good💞

[@mollytengwall342]

CONGRATULATIONS! I figured this was the huge change you have been hinting at. I cannot wait to see what you do!

[@sondrabello4350]

Congrats on your leap of faith! I’m so happy for your new found happiness & excited for your ever growing creativity! Good luck Katy!! 💕

[@keirstincollins7215]

as a fellow creative that wants to start their own brand, thank you for this!!!!! i appreciate the transparency.

[@lexstcyr7774]

This is EXTREMELY relatable!! I’m so proud of you! Thank you for being so vulnerable with all of us 💛

[@mbcarr16]

I’ve never been so early for a video in my life! I am also in the process of making the decision to quit my job and this video is exactly what I needed to really solidify that feeling of wanting more. Thank you Katy ❤️

[@aamariamason4562]

I want to thank you for posting this video. If I could give your a virtual hug I would! Everything that you said about your job truly resonated within me. Corporate life has its perks and everything but it's not everything. Speaking on the crippling anxiety and the self justification piece really took hold of my heart. The fact that we continue to tell ourselves that we can make it work when we know that's not the route we're supposed to take is daunting and SUPER exhausting! I am so proud of you and your faith to just do it! And I'm truly thankful that I found this video when I did because nothing is coincidence, it all happens for a reason - so thank you!! ✨can't wait to see what the future holds for you 💛

[@heyhannahclaire]

Really proud of you, Katy! Super excited for what’s ahead for you and what you will create. Cheers to starting the next decade on this exciting journey as a freelancer/entrepreneur! 💛💛💛

[@toridesimone]

I am so proud of you!!!! 🥰🥰🥰 You are so lucky that you have built an incredible platform that you’re now able to turn your side hustle into your full time. This is what it’s all about! It’s a great video to show that everyone can turn their side hustle into their career (if they want to) with hard work, passion, & dedication. Congratulations!

[@EmilyClaireDaly]

Wow! I’m honestly so shocked but so proud of you for stepping out into something new 🦋

[@hannahcat08]

There’s so much hope and excitement in your eyes it makes me so happy!! You have so much room to explore and grow in what you enjoy doing and live and learn! We’re all so young and this is such an amazing time for us all to figure out what we wanna do! So happy for you💛💛

[@berneeez21]

I actually find this relatable. Sure, I can’t quit my 9-5 because I don’t have a KZbin income to rely on but I relate to the not feeling fulfilled, having to experiment and figuring it all out. I’m looking forward to seeing your next steps.

[@quintessential8361]

What’s your job

[@samanthaschian2801]

Katy I find you so inspirational and am so proud of you for doing what you need. I can’t wait to see you on this journey.

[@GaonouLo]

Love how honest you are ❤️ I too went through this struggle and now I’m in a much happier place. When you said “I liked doing too many things” that hit home for me. I remember liking being a “hustler” and balancing everything I love all at once until everything I once loved became something I did not enjoy. I truly believe that not all goals are meant to be accomplished at the same time but instead to be accomplished at different times in our life time 😊

[@bridgetcarpenter6432]

Congrats :) As someone who used to work in the fashion industry in NYC, and had a very similar experience, I can confirm the next step is SUCH a better place to be in. I totally changed industries, and honestly didn't even get the dream position I was looking for, but don't regret changing things up for one second. You just never know how life is going to play out. Emotional stability feels a lot better than job stability. And even if it takes you some time to get up and running, just know, you will get there in the end!

[@brooke_didas]

So so happy for you! You’re one of my favorite creators and I’m so excited to see all the content you’ll be making in the future. ✨

[@sierradawn3304]

I’m really glad that I watched your video. I’ve followed you for so long and it was always such an inspiration to see you working a regular 9-5 job, and when you announced that you had quit it felt weird for me. Now after watching your video I have a better understanding and am so excited for your new journey!

[@djyayis]

Ugh you are so inspiring Katy! this is the type of energy we need more of. a job is just a job and lately I have felt the same way. thank you for always speaking your mind 💕

[@larafrahm1563]

Katy! I am so happy for you and I am so excited to see all of your projects come to life! I think you’re gonna do great things

[@isabelladumitrescu2543]

Go katy!! I admire you for your creativity, your gleeful spirit, and your genuine self - not your job! We believe in you and I can’t wait to support you in this new chapter 😘😘

[@happyformiley]

Thank you!! I really needed to hear this! Im so happy for you!

[@emmahartwig6770]

Katy!!! You’re amazing and an inspiration!! Congratulations on you’re new job ❤️ can’t wait to buy some of your designs!

[@lauradenicee]

Such an important and well-articualated video Katy! Loved the fact that you were so real about your reasons and thoughts prosses, I feel that you can be living a very very different life from your audience but still have that relatability because of you being so thoughtful! Much love!

[@TessBarclay]

Yes yes YES! I’ve been subscribed to you when were in high school and have been hooked since! You inspire me so so much! Can’t wait to see all you do in this next chapter of your life.

[@hannahbarham3432]

I am so proud of you. It takes a huge amount of bravery to admit you are unhappy and to do something about it. I am excited to see where this next adventure with lead you.

[@Nolakuer]

So proud of you for doing what's best for you! I understand that some people will say that you aren't relatable anymore but it is your life and you have to do what will make you happy! xx

[@besongtataw9864]

I was so excited for you when I saw the title! I know this may sound weird, but I was hoping you would do this, since you graduated! Woo! So excited for you and all of your future creative and business endeavors!

[@okellymarie9842]

Don’t apologize for following your dreams! You’re so inspiring and I know you’re going to go so far Katy. Thank you for sharing your story, you’re such an amazing, genuine person... go chase your dreams! 💛

[@shannonkane6370]

soooo proud of you girl!! what you’re doing is so inspirational and i applaud you so much ♥️♥️♥️

[@chelscamara]

I’ve been watching you for so many years now & I will never get tired of your content!!

[@LayneFable]

chels c 🙌🏼

[@allieac]

So happy for you! I cannot wait to use your designs for so many things!

[@ElDivandeCaos]

I totally saw this coming, I'm happy to see you're happy, GO FOR IT GIRL!

[@medicinenerd8197]

Love this video Katy and so proud of you!!! I understand your apprehension with this video because I am reading all these comments of people saying how surprised they were because you were so stable and so happy at L’Oréal. But they only see what you show. Nobody shows the struggles or the times they feel like they don’t belong. You may have been stable in your job, but what’s more important is being stable in your self. Life is short. Keep being you Katy, here’s to what’s to come!

[@thatgirlnamedgabi]

Katy, you are WONDERFUL! I've been looking up to you for many many years now and you just keep being an even better role model. I really admire your creativity and you really inspire me to chase my dreams. I am so excited to see your business thrive and see all the cool stuff you come up with!

[@elidakalvik7429]

Such bold move!! And so RIGHT! I can’t wait to see more of your inspiring creativity, and I wish you all the best!!

[@yashasavikhanchandani35]

i totally support you and i am proud of you and myself for choosing you as my favourite youtuber. i am so proud of you for chosing this path which is less taken. and if you are confident and positive about it nothing like it. may the good be with you . xoxo

[@BeautyFashionandMe]

I’ve been following you since you were in high school and I’ve loved watching you grow up and achieve so much - I’m so proud of you for taking such a huge step, I know you made the right decision. I’ve always wondered how you manage to juggle so many things and it’s quite reassuring to know that you were struggling. Very excited for what’s to come !

[@britnylockridge9502]

Way to be bold! #boldtype Congrats on taking the first step on your new journey! Looking forward to seeing what MORE you create, build, and grow. Very scary but confident you'll kill it Katy!

[@Private352]

You’re very talented & I think this is the best move you made!!! Good luck with everything & your new chapter of life ❤️❤️❤️ we are all here to support you always!!! ❤️😸

[@ilovelushxo]

Thanks for being real and sharing all your honest thoughts on this

[@lexta535]

I've been watching your videos for years now, and I feel this is the most inspiring thing you've done so far. I'm so excited for you, sure you are going to thrive❤️

[@msalierin]

Your free spirit is the most relatable thing about you. I am so proud of you for doing what is best for you. "Be fearless in pursuit of what sets your soul on fire". I am excited to see what the next step brings you, sending all the love, positive vibes, and support your way.

[@annabanana771]

I know you probably don’t always feel this way but I think you’re one of those people that’s going to be successful no matter what they do

[@jenihansen]

So proud of you! And happy for you! You will rock this next part of your journey 💗

[@Juliana-Ramirez.]

This is totally relatable. I love that your going to do what makes you happy!!! ❤️

[@susannaklooster6926]

there she is! our Katy is back! I love you and I am so happy you were able to make the right decision for you!

[@mollynoorlag3093]

you inspire me so much & you’ve never inspired me more! I’m a 7 on the enneagram & ive never related to a video on YT this much. Your words gave me chills & I think the best is yet to come!! please never stop dreaming, and never ever stop creating. ♥️♥️♥️

[@jennibennett9636]

I love you because you are vulnerable and authentic. I am looking forward to seeing what this next chapter brings.

[@theguru2249]

Girrrll, this makes you even more relatable than you ever were and I didn’t think that was possible - loved you for years and having you go through this journey called life with people like myself is really helping. Wish we can cross paths one day x

[@LoganMoritz]

So proud of you girl! You're gonna do so many amazing things!

[@dreamylove4196]

I love you Katy! You’re being authentic and prioritizing what’s important in life! I would listen to the podcasts and hear your somber tone. I knew you weren’t truly happy. You couldn’t do it all. Not everyone can do what you’re doing but you show it is a possible reality to be free, happy, and truly alive.

[@goglam07]

I'm so happy for you. I've been seeing your Instagram stories and felt our worlds were so aligned.. I left my job a few weeks ago.... only the brightest things ahead for you beauty xxx

[@SamanthaDavid]

Intuition is everything! Proud of you for making the decision!

[@martadenny804]

I find this to be the most inspiring move you’ve made as of yet. I’ve been watching you since your high school videos. I love everything you put out into the world and you’re literally the person I show to my mother when I try to explain to her what I aspire to be. Congrats! You’re gonna kill the game

[@jellinellis]

I knew you were leading up to this! Good luck with everything and future adventures! Doing what you did was a brave thing many people are scared to do.

[@hannahcummings6531]

i love this for you !! all the best because you are sooo very talented and are right to utilise that💕💕

[@LILYLEFFINGWELL]

You do you!! Honestly it’s so inspiring to see how hard you worked your whole life to set you up for this possibility.

[@SARAHTAYJAMES]

I am so so proud of you! Authenticity is so important and I really respect you for this. Can’t wait to see where life takes you next, Katy. You’re always an inspiration :)

[@steelisellers8414]

I’m SO proud of you!! I know what it feels like to feel stuck and unhappy in something because of the pressure others put on you... Stepping out of that is hard. You are such a hard worker, I’m not worried about you “failing” at all. This was exactly the right move for you, Katy. Congratulations!!!!!🙌🏻😍

[@mariachappa7056]

So happy for you! Can’t wait to support your new business!!

[@cuevasvalerie]

I'm here for it

[@katielewis9878]

dude happiness is goal!! i am so proud of you for standing up for yourself and what you need!! thats what we should want to relate to!

[@MeghannErin811]

This is still so relatable. I’ve recently been looking into a new job & slowly it’s been a want because my current doesn’t challenge me in the ways that make me better. It challenges me in the wrong ways. You do you!

[@gracejohnson1386]

Katy - Wow.. I can relate so much. When I got the notification for this video I felt so happy for you. I am in a similar position with my job and decided to leave because it has become detrimental to my well-being sitting in a desk and looking at a computer screen. However I am not privileged monetarily I am currently a full-time student and had been working at this job as well and I physically can't do it anymore, I was having mental breakdowns at work and I remember telling my boss was so gut-wrenching and terrifying even though he is the best boss ever.... I totally felt exactly what you said, a weight lifted off my body and I no longer felt like I was suffocating. Been reading the comments and I am seeing lots of people complaining but I am an example of someone who can do it and is not extremely privileged in a monetary sense.. I have to move back with my parents once I officially quit & I am privileged to be able to do that, however if you hate your 9-5 job you CAN still quit and get a different job you like. What is stopping you? The fear of not using your degree? The fear of not having a real "Career"? What your family will think and say? Are you going to let fear rule your life?? Essentially, this is what Katy did... Found a different job, she just so happens to already have an "in" or head start in her new job. You might not make as much at whatever job you decide to switch to whether it be a serving job, or working at a day care but the hours are more flexible... So to all of you miserable office workers I have a question: What do you value more, making good money/having "nice things" OR being happy with what your doing? If your answer is money, that is absolutely understandable and I have been there and I placed more value in that for the past 2 years but I eventually got so worn out that it wasn't worth it - why am I wasting time doing something that makes me feel miserable? I feel too young to do that!! So if you said money, sorry but you just have to deal with hating your job since you place more value to monetary value/materialistic things. You can sustain a happy life on a very small amount of money if you budget right.. If you are in a similar place and you actually care about your happiness, you will quit your job like Katy did! So proud of you girl.

[@AydanJane]

You're killing it Katy! I very much so admire you for you taking this chance. I feel similarly to you at the moment, with full time classes, and a bunch of activism I'm doing, and I'm low key dying, but I feel like I can't put the pause on any of it. Workaholic problems. I feel you girl!