I QUIT My Silicon Valley Job To Follow My Passion

[@JoannaHopeLai]

It's a bit nerve wracking sharing my story with such detail in this longer video. Though, my hope is to inspire you to stand tall and walk your path in life. I once heard "By you telling your story, you give a voice to those who can't articulate their own story". That's why I do these videos. I'm eternally grateful for this platform. What resonates with you from this video? Would love to hear in these comments.💛

[@jamesdiemer-xg1iu]

Life is short, have fun and enjoy helping others. Hawaii is my most favorite place, I really miss the people and the weather.

[@JoannaHopeLai]

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[@melissak_007]

Very moving to hear about your story telling background of how you got to where you are today. Totally can relate in being a tall Asian girl as I am a 5’8” Cantonese chic who loved doing cartwheels, splits, and flips growing up!! Wow?! The black dress at the end is the winner-winner as you look super cute and chic!! I did watch to the end as you’ve captivated my interest the entire video as there are many relatable areas and love how you reiterate ‘purpose’ and ‘passion’ in order to take risks and embark on the journey that defines you!!

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for the thoughtful comment, Melissa! I truly appreciate it. Nice to meet another fellow tall asian girl. I previously wrote a blog about it on Medium (feel free to google it. it's titled "11 things to know about being a tall asian girl"). Anyway, your comment made my day. Cheering for you on your journey. Take care.

[@melissak_007]

@@JoannaHopeLai Most definitely will check out your blog you mentioned above and in your vid 😉👍!! 🌺Have an awesome rest of your week🌷!!

[@michaelalfonso1070]

I love your information, how you express yourself and humor! Now that you are in Hawaii, study the Hawaiian culture. For instance: back in the days of the Monarchy, the Hawaiians were the very literate speaking multiple languages. There was a great spiritual (Christian) awakening. When a Hawaiian boy went to an Ivy League College and cried on the steps because he accepted Christ and wanted to bring Christ to the Hawaiians. Queen Lilliokalani became a Christian and founded Kamehameha School, she had the forethought that the Hawaiian culture would be lost. She went up to the volcano and renounced the god Pele. To teach there you need to be a Christian. The lap steel guitar (in country music) was invented in Hawaii and brought to the mainland when Hawaiian cowboys (Paniolos trained by the Portuguese) went to the mainland, (and kicked butt at a Rodeo). Look into Duke Kahanamoku a regular Hawaiian who won as an Olympic swimmer and brought surfing to the world. Sorry so long, you’ll see there is more to Hawaii than meets the eye. Yes, I watch all of your videos to the end!

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for sharing the rich history. 🙏

[@michaelalfonso1070]

@@JoannaHopeLai Sorry, I didn't realize you were from Hawaii, I was born and raised in Hawaii. I just found out about these facts about 5 years ago, lol! Great content, I still believe you are an introvert, lol!

[@margietoves6038]

Thank you for sharing your journey and what it is like to go from having stability and having it all to living your dream. I find yours and others so inspiring and fulfilling. I hope to you continue to create videos that inspire people to be their true selves.

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for watching & for the feedback.🙏🏽

[@susannaheugene6967]

Thank you Joanna. Really enjoyed listening to you. I am 68 living in Scotland, yet feel like I know you as a friend. Good luck and best wishes to you and your mom! 😃

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for watching and listening, Susanna! Sending much Aloha to Scotland. When I lived in London, I visited Scotland to celebrate New Years.

[@richardweidman7193]

Keep up the good work, sis! Your story is inspirational, and your content is fun. Now, you're one of us. 😅 God bless. Maybe I'll get to say hi to you at 7-11. 😂😂😂

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thank you, Richard! I appreciate the encouragement. And the spicy ahi roll at 7-Eleven is my favorite, haha.

[@uppityupshaw]

Keep the dresses. They all fit you well. I've been following you since you got to HI. and your story has been an inspiration.

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thank you for following my journey. I really appreciate you being here for it.

[@Sondra-t7g]

Yes that's right follow your heart. Hawiia calls people.

[@thepricklyonesbyyanawhelan]

It's Great to meet you and find your KZbin channel! I love your personal story and Yes...I subscribed because I am drawn to your energy and authenticity. Be Blessed, Yana!

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Glad you’re here! Thanks for watching

[@usadaros]

Watched til the end. Thanks for sharing. I love shopping so I share on IG & TikTok hopefully I can grow my followers. Also love that you share about your faith and God and following your passion and serving. God Bless you. 🙏🏼❤️

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for watching until the end! I really apprecaite it.

[@thuff1947]

Watched until the end.

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sondra-t7g]

Mahalo your very inspiring

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks for watching

[@lisaspencer5881]

Watched to the end

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thanks, Lisa! Appreciate it.

[@voyagestours]

EXCELENTE VIDEO I SUBSCRIBE THANKS👍GREETINGS FROM 🇨🇭SWITZERLAND🇨🇭

[@JoannaHopeLai]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching and subscribing. Sending much Aloha to Switzerland.

[@LookAtMe-C137]

Joanna can I book a phone appointment with you or some other platform? I’m at this crossroad but fear the jump.

[@inspiringsimple]

I’m going to have to force myself to watch the whole video and then comment again after I also force myself to think about it.

[@JoannaHopeLai]

😂😂

[@michaelalfonso1070]

I hate shopping too, gottah force myself to go. I agree with your fashion choices, I like the cute black dress and don’t like the bla dress. You have swimmers shoulders, so appropriate for Hawaii! Wait till you start paddling canoes. Ancient Hawaiians routinely soak in the ocean as a cleansing of the mind and body. You don’t get that from swimming pools.

[@jl909-nr5vx]

Someone's "purpose" is to just get max enjoyment out of life. Pretty easy to check out to indulge a mid life "passion" (making videos) after making 6 figures for 10, 15, 20 years. 50k subs doesn't pay the bills. ;)