I skipped college for this

The reasons I didn't go to college and a little taste of life in Hawaii.
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[@vynleshmynle7372]

You can also talk yourself into anything. A compliment parent makes it all that much more convincing. Right or wrong, time will tell

[@Terri-e7d]

Wow your Dad is so wonderful at making his little girl feel good about herself.. such beautiful compliments 😘👌🙏 Bless you all…. 🇨🇦

[@tr11_]

Your dads positive attitude 🤩❤ And i think you made the right decision of not going to college.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Glory - your dad is really cool and has lots of wisdom. 👍

[@cdesler]

So many scholarships out there. You can go to a vocational school and come out with a skill that you like and can make a great living and not have to pick coffee beans at q1. Also if you pick the right job skill you can travel a lot . All of my cousins are college grads and travel all around the world. Basically it’s your choice but you might want to look further down the road when you may need to support yourself while being older one day.

[@MrJohnBos]

I love your classic Lexus, I hope it's staying reliable for you. Happy Birthday! As far as friends go, you are always welcome in our home south of Boston.

[@megfriedman3622]

I've just started watching, but want to say there is no timeline for when someone goes to college - you can still pursue that path whenever you're ready and motivated.

[@monumentmom7593]

Nice seeing u and your dad have fun together. And as a mom of 2 grown kids, I agree with everything he said about college. You can always go later if u decide to.

[@Mr.C224]

To be honest your living life most people never get a chance to do, you are so inspiring and lucky to have your father and family support your showing us this side of life ❤️❤️

[@Melanie-xx1fc]

Your dad's right, Glory. I felt the same way he does, as far as pushing my daughters to go to college. I wanted them to decide what direction they took in life. As with many things, I didn't want to raise them the way I was raised but with support in whatever they chose.

[@jtmet5]

Way to keep your stories fresh and original ❤ and sing more!

[@theresaherring3699]

Sing more sing more sing more

[@bearitraeb]

9:48 I AM glad you have this on video. When you need it it will always be there. Many Blessings Glory

[@teamhaas7406]

Glory, your dad is so wise. You are really blessed with wonderful parents. Thank you for sharing a glimpse into your family relationships.

[@fayepotts3279]

What a beautiful relationship with mom and dad. You are so blessed. Your father is a wise man, judging by the conversation you had in the car. Can’t wait to see your next video! Thank you Glory.🙏🏻💕

[@Freedom17762]

You and your family are amazing. So refreshing to hear you and your dads view on college. You give me faith in society.

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Glory, you are looking amazing and so much better than when you arrived. Just take care and follow your dreams and I am sure mr wonderful is just around the corner 🤗

[@chrisjackson5156]

I needed a dad like that. One of a kind. WOW!

[@seanday68]

It's great learning more about your life.

[@allenclark1914]

Great topic and so nice to see your Father giving you his opinion and advice. You do have friends that truly love you. ❤ much love and will wait to see what your life brings this next week.

[@kelliannawebb5738]

Your dad was able to nail it and you have wonderful supportive parents! That is amazing to see.

[@justincase5272]

Wise father! There are a number of ways to obtain trade school, 2-year or 4-year college education without racking up debt. Many programs combine trade school with a 2-year degree. Take a Strong-Campbell Interest Survey to find careers which match your interests. If the top careers are what you really want to do i.e., your dreams, figure out whether any of the aforementioned educational programs would help you meet your dreams, if not, it may still interest you to obtain training to provide good income doing something you like, even if only for security purposes.

[@rebeccadunn1690]

You have beautiful parents ❤ Blessings to you all Glory. You have such a great outlook on life. Keep sharing 😊

[@chrisfox9263]

You're lucky to have been born in Canada and live in the States. Not everyone in the world has such opportunities that you have. So, our nieces and nephews and kids are expected to go to college as that gives them the best chance to get meaningful work. Fortunately for us, college here in the Philippines is affordable and nobody will be left with debt. Keep the hard work! :)

[@pedrosauder]

You have an awesome family, your Dad really cares for you. I loved to see him with the Bible doing his study. I wonder what church you grew up in. I feel I have an idea but wonder how are you doing in your spiritual journey. Don't skip that part.

[@MsEscobar3]

I went to college in the 80’s and it was a great experience. Figured out a lot and learned to be an adult. At that time pay was considerably more with a degree. Times have changed!!! Certainly don’t need it for tons of jobs. I think it makes connections hard for young people to not have that group and those experiences. Positives and negatives with both. The debt is huge now for school which is really unfortunate. Keep at it. Love seeing your experiences!

[@loriboo651]

Amazing video, your dad is great, you are blessed

[@HikingADifferentPath]

Glory, your dad dropped some very sound truth on you in that car ride. You're 100% right. College isn't necessary for everyone or everything. The skill sets you're developing by being in the world, working and dealing with people, and negotiating life in general while applying the strong values you obviously hold dear will serve you far better in life than that piece of paper and a load of debt. You're on your way, lady. You're on your way. Oh, and as a dad, I've always instilled in my daughter her great value. Don't sell yourself cheap to any boy. There's a man out there specifically for you who will show you all the same care and honor your dad does.

[@Anthony-Pasqualie]

You have grown so much over the past 2 years

[@littlebug1026]

college can be a major rip off unless you are going to be a doctor, lawyer, engineer etc. Hell my daddy quit school when he was in 10th grade back in the 50's and joined the army. He ended up being the absolute best electrician and machinist in the entire plant he worked. He was an ENGINEER. The company started a thing where monthly they would give an employee a bonus for a money saving idea and implementation. Well my dad won it 2 months in a row. They stopped it because the man was a ROCK STAR! Glory...i watch all your stories you rock!

[@elliev3593]

Glory… I went to university, did dorm /social life at university. I went back to university over the years and now have a doctorate. I can tell you it was such a waste of time and money. I do not keep in touch with anyone that I’ve met in college. I couldn’t even tell you my roommate’s name. Everyone I know that went to college/university does not keep in touch with anyone from those years. At all. The friends I do have and keep in touch with are from middle and high school. It’s interesting, too, that a lot of people my age and older look back and wish they’d taken more time to travel and figure out who they are before making major life decisions (like going to college and picking a major, getting into student loan debt). I think it’s great that you’re taking this time to travel around, have flexibility to do things that are important to you while also learning about yourself. Someday, you’ll look back on this time and be thankful for it. Lastly, your camera work is great! Renee said you do their Instagram as well; you do amazing work. Definitely a marketable skill that can be done from anywhere.

[@KIRALYW]

Oh how I loved the intro to this one, Glorz. You have pipes as smooth as a Kona coffee… haha see what I did there. Luv, your dad gave the best advice a dad could give you. Said everything I would have said too. You have wonderful parents & it’s lovely seeing that you know this & appreciate it. This video was wholesome. Happy 21st birthday, Sweets. I sure hope it was filled with much Aloha. 🤙🏽💗

[@robertscranton8293]

Love the singing and playing

[@Mrs.Butterworth]

My daughter finished college in 2 years and did it debt free. She was homeschooled and because her ACT was so high, she got a full ride scholarship. She also took AP tests and Clep exams to go in with a ton of credit. It's not always a ton of debt or time. It just takes organization and effort.

[@rew3103]

Much respect to you, "pops" and family! You do you ❤

[@theresaherring3699]

Loved you and your dad's quality time together and that you both jumped!!!❤😂

[@Aquame68]

You made the right call,, find something you like start a biz,, great video,,

[@omwtymh]

No need to decide anything now, if you’re happy now that’s all that matters. Many many people don’t go to university, then may decide to go later or not. As someone who got my bachelor’s degree, the time I’ve spent out of school has been so important for actually figuring out what I want to do/where I want to go. As long as you’re present with yourself and honoring what you want/need to do in the moment, you don’t need to explain your decisions to anyone. You’re going to change and grow a LOT in the next 5 years, no degree required :) Recently (and briefly) I had a therapist my age. She went the academic path, got her advanced degrees, all the while I was struggling with my mental health/addictions/abusive relationships. I’m a counselor now, helping others struggling with addiction, and realizing my experience was my master’s degree, and hey if I want to go back to school and get my masters in counseling, I can. But the time you’re not in school is so important to develop that relationship with yourself.

[@olanrewajuin2008]

To be a successful person in life, you do not necessarily need a college degree. However, you can only follow certain career path with a college degree and proper university education. For example, you cannot be a self taught medical doctor. If what you'd like to make a career out of in life does not require it, and you know how to figure it out, then don't get a debt loaded degree.

[@Jesse316Jesse]

Those cliffs look amazing!! My girlfriend and I will be visiting the Big Island for the first time next week and will definitely be visiting this location now. Been watching you since Zatara and you’ve done a great job with yourself! Keep doing what you are doing and working towards what you want in life. Friends and the people meant to be in your life will find their way to you!

[@zoe4215]

Definitely be careful if you choose to jump at the cliffs! You want to see first if the locals (not other tourists) are jumping, since the locals know the water well!

[@JavonShackelford]

College is and can be incredibly useful without going into a professional trade (e.g., Medicine, Business, or Law). In my experience, it was a great way for me to learn more about myself, and take classes that were interdisciplinary to provide a framework of thinking. How do you approach problems? Engage in civil discourse in a way that propels your opinion or understanding of a given issue. Your dad is right in the sense that you can learn some of it on your own; however, you can't forget the fact that we live in a world that a bachelors is the baseline for most employers. Being a forever learner / up-skilling as the world / technology changes is incredibly important; the zeal and tenacity to forge your own-path is incredibly important. We aren't living in our parents' years. At the end, the one's that know will always be a bit scrappy and figure it out. Sending good vibes from Chicago!

[@julianadams3738]

A great video Glory, I love your attitude to life. To spend time with your parents is special and your Fathers attitude to support you in following your own path is one that we took with our own sons. Here in the UK if you go to University you also graduate with mountains of debt and no guarantee of a well paid job ! All power to you.

[@mollyc.creative]

oooo love the sound design and panning in this one!

[@clamdiggerme]

A college degree is really a ticket into certain jobs. You may not actually apply what you learned in college in a job, but that depends on your profession. The degree does provide an indication of your ability to learn and your dedication, which is what employers are really looking for.

[@bxd7793]

Yes. The college degree shows that you can apply yourself to a focused task and push through things that are uncomfortable and new and difficult, challenging yourself to achieve beyond your comfort zone. Studying so hard and making it through the rigor of academic life is so difficult but it tests you and forces you to prove yourself and find happiness in the little things. I hope glory can still do this despite spending her college age years in overwhelmingly beautiful places. The cup of coffee before work on a rainy day is beautiful if you know how to see it that way, and college helped me to develop the skills to enjoy that as well as my trips abroad or days I spend on the beach.

[@bobbolieu9013]

You did some good examination of your goals, what's required to reach those goals, that's a real good start on understanding what you need to do for you. Keep doing what you've been doing and you will be alright.

[@jim7082]

Reasons for not doing something are NOT goals!

[@bobbolieu9013]

@@jim7082 You're right. I didn't say that. Choosing to not do something is just as important as doing something to make progress on meeting a goal. If you choose to use the bridge to cross the creek, rather than stepping on wet slippery stones to cross the same creek means that you made the choice of going one way and not the other. The goal, crossing the creek, was made by a simple yes or no decision; to do, or not to do are parts of every choice and decision.

[@steveyost5530]

Going to college straight out of high school often helps with maturity which is not something that you need to worry about, at all. The good thing is that if you find out that you need a degree for another vocation you become interested in, college is there waiting for you. I think you will find that your perspective on college and how you learn will be so much different in a classroom now that you have a whole host of real world experiences to draw from. I appreciate the time you put into your videos.

[@KAWeems]

love your dad! Wish I had had a dad like that !

[@lazzj4995]

Hi Glory, thank you for touching on this topic. No-one should have to justify why they didn’t go to college. I took the school of life route too but ended up doing some industry relevant study when I was 29. I’ve done very well but it would have been a whole lot easier with the expensive piece of paper that indicated I had been to college . Hopefully times are changing. My company did a survey with staff last year about their college degrees, relevancy to job etc. we now have a program that specifically takes people direct from school and trains on the job. As admirable as this is, I am acutely aware how much value is still placed on those framed pieces of paper people have on the wall gathering dust. i have recently moved my youngest son into a college dorm. i have to admit I had a lot of envy as I drove away. I personally feel there is no right or wrong as long as you have a growth mindset and experience new things. When i know what your passion is then just take some relevant study so it is meaningful to you.

[@johndrews206]

You can always go to college later in life. You don't always get the chance to do what you're doing. Live in the now and take advantage of the opportunities.

[@O.theplaceswewillgo]

Loved this video! I loved your little list of reasons for and not for college, makes me want to write that kind of list for myself. Also, I am going to college and don't find it is super great for making friends--granted, I am a longer distance commuter and also an introvert, but it's possible you might not actually be missing much :)

[@GlockMan70]

You chose well young grass hoppa!!! And you are also VERY B E A UTIFUL you are gonna find someone that is prrfect for you in your own time dont rush things.

[@pennyhaldeman5626]

We stayed at that resort when we went to Hawaii. Fun times.

[@LaDeee57]

Your skin looks GLORIous!

[@KenG....]

Glorygeous

[@bearitraeb]

6:50 do let it be known that in some situations, that degree -no matter wtf it’s in, can allow you to apply for higher positions. Soooo not useless

[@carolinebussellwalking]

Life skills are building up and finding what your interests are, learning a trade is great

[@lottevree]

you're a very good storyteller glory!

[@jillwilson5087]

A different view.. I went to college, worked my tail off in a male dominated industry, made decent money. I’m now in my late 50’s and have been struck down with severe long Covid, taking out recycling is the only task I can do in a day, if I had a do over, I would live it up while I’m young and have no regrets. You are living life well, good for you!! Keep it up, you never know what life brings, be happy in the moment 🎉

[@amandaleah6093]

I agree also praying for you. ❤

[@Whatareyoudoingwithyourlife]

for long covid = carnviore diet with intermittant fasting, D, Zinc, C etc and parasite cleanse (yep) ch Dr Group, Dr axe, Dr berg, Dr ken berry, brenda watson road to perfect health, CanXida Eric bakker naturopath have vds on parasite cleansing. Eric bakker also see candida, SIBO, raw sauerkraut, rebuild immune system (which 80% of our immune system is in our gut bacteria flora, if you are sick you have bad bacteria in your gut and need to put good bacteria into your gut with fremented veggies & good meat) vd Dr David brownstein coivd lugol iodine. Fasting ch = Dr mindy pelz 7 types of fast, what to drink on a fast, refeed after a fast, heavy metal detox, liver & kidney detox, open lymph pathways, + more and Ch Dr Jason fung. Intermittant fasting plus these Dr Berg, Dr Eckberg, Dr Ken Berry. This will heal you up. take care.

[@Whatareyoudoingwithyourlife]

Carnviore diet with intermittant fasting = will heal you up.

[@promacpic]

Have you had your vitamin D level checked - severe deficiency can mimic long COVID symptoms. It took more than a decade of what should’ve been my prime.

[@Whatareyoudoingwithyourlife]

carnivore diet, intermittant fasting, D, Zinc, magnesium, potassium, lugols iodine, parasite cleanse, heavy metal detox etc will help you tremendously.

[@crystalcupp8611]

Oh Glory! How special to jump with your Dad!

[@devdroid9606]

Not everyone needs or should go to uni -- especially if they think it is mainly to make and keep friends. But if you want to practice a profession, many if not all of the require one or more college degrees. More important when you're in your 20s is to commit to something and honour that commitment to completing it. One can get great experience apprenticing as a baker, farmer or mechanic, but you have to commit to showing up everyday, for your contract. That commitment gives you the engagement that later produces a wealth of experience to draw upon in later life. When you've got too much freedom in your 20s it can work against you in later life, when you're 40 and people, banks and others ask what your employment experience and skills are. That isn't to say that people can't work independently in their 20s -authors, musicians, artists do. But that even in those occupations, schooling or some kind of mentoring matters.

[@mirellathompson5562]

Psyched for summer❤❤❤

[@jeromehebert3184]

It is not for everyone; make the best of the choice that you made.

[@ubolthongone2008]

If you do decide to go college later on. The University of Kansas is right down the road. Whenever you get the chance I think you should take a day trip to Lawrence.

[@KenG....]

Great vlog. Thx!!!!

[@roxy6610]

Always excited when I see that Glory has posted

[@_raniatama]

Damn .. ur dad ughhh im filled with tears right now i wish he gave a graduation speech instead 💞🫂🌎

[@cassandrathatsme4382]

I'm in University, and have friends who went and friends who didn't. There is nothing wrong with deciding not to go to College. There are all types of career paths and life choices that do not need college. Having an engaged and inquisitive mind serves anyone, whether a student or not.

[@amylee6038]

We can give our youth and beauty to one man who will work like an ox in the field for us, who is willing to die for us... or give it to every guy with an internet connection, all of whom will forget about us when we age and the next best thing comes along.

[@glorysstories]

Hahaha love this

[@MadalynV]

Where is the maroon bathing suit that you wore in the pool from? Also your reasons for not going/going to college are exactly like mine😂

[@humbledsparrows4687]

My daughter did not go to college and at the age of 30, she started a tow truck business and now she is 34 and her company is making low seven digits each year. The trades is where it’s at, you just have to be smart about it and work to become your own boss.

[@zgreyling7340]

You do you, Glory. You amazing

[@ProudIslandGirl]

Awesome video and Cool Dad!

[@uwanigalvsuli7955]

You have made the best choice! You do not have a useless degree that traps you into a dying paradigm with preprogrammed thought patterns that will limit your life!

[@gsgill649]

If you have a degree (4 year) it can help you earn more or get promotions. The vocation field and academic degree may not be related but to the employer it equates to a level of commitment. Then they ask the question "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?". Like someone said here--It will be there when you are ready and you have a better idea what major you want to choose.

[@sharimahigab1292]

I told you to sing. It’s Gods gift girl .

[@Amanda_Stonghaugen]

Hey Glory, love your vidioes, what camera du you use?🙌🏼📸🤩

[@maraaufreisen]

Hey Glory:) awesome video! What camera are you using? I‘m thinking about starting a channel aswell.

[@TammyBillings-qt1ve]

Always do you no matter what.

[@teamhaas7406]

Did you write "Aloha!" on the rocks, or was that there from someone else? :)

[@SirAdamMeek]

You should open all your vids with that!

[@yahwea]

Great vlog

[@therealkoolbeans]

Great video I did not go to college and dropped out In Tenth grade I am a coin dealer and gem stone dealer just diamonds and it does not hold me back at all

[@1904-d3x]

Lets go Brandon. Biden did not do what he said. But your Parents are on point. College has become a debt and indoctrination station. not worth your time. you are not missing out on anything but a waste of ya time and money. you follow your dreams and yall Happy safe Adventuers

[@birdjohnson736]

You are right.

[@joshuatreewinex]

I share your dad's views. very wise. the smarter way is go be an apprentice of whatever you want to do. Learn from the master of whatever it is you want to become.

[@hopefulhope9123]

I think there are a few good reasons to go to college for certain careers but if you're not becoming a vet or a doctor or I don't know I'm sure there's plenty of others but this past 8 months of what I've seen in our country is sad and heartbreaking that that is what is coming out of some of these colleges not everybody but there's a lot of BS going on I think trade schools are good I think learning in a field that you love there's no College necessary for so many careers

[@RUTHSOFFGRID]

Left for Navy at 17, stationed in Hawaii. College at age 30. Student loan paid off without government. College was a waste. Trade school would have been better. Need more mechanics, carpenters, plumbers, etc.

[@willpost9048]

Glory …will again. Don’t Banff. All burned down. Tell Finn we need continual videos. His videos and now yours keeping me alive. He doesn’t reply. We want more Finn videos. Buy Irish springs … best bar soap to wash in rivers/showers. Take care

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

Nothing like family to “hold” us up

[@usnebusneb]

hi from Stratford Gloryyyyyyyyyy❤

[@rickeys]

Two separate comments: 1) College is a way to compress many years of established knowledge into 4/6/8 years. That's not necessary in all endeavors. however. 2) How did you get back up those cliffs? That ladder looked beyond sketchy.

[@patriciabootsma3497]

Please sing and play more - beautiful!

[@rcmc7352]

It’s funny to think that you’ll ever amount to anything awa😮y fromFinn

[@daner.d]

college 20 - 30 year's ago was a must have but now a days it's just not the same. it's become a money grab for the schools. 100's of thousands of dollars for like you said, a piece of paper with no guaranty of a career in your field. as creative that you are and some very good advice from your father (I'd listen to him he gets it) you're going to be fine, I believe more than fine

[@bengt_axle]

I went to university in the US. If you are a state resident (i.e. lived in the state for over three years, in most cases) you and your kids are eligible for state tuition. If you do not live on campus, but in town, like most families do, then your college tuition is not several hundred thousand dollars. It might be $8-20K per year and then you still might qualify for bursaries if you are a good student and have need. These are not small community colleges, but state-funded universities (Kansas, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, ND) which are top notch places to study. There are definitely elite private universities like Harvard and Stanford that do cost a lot of money, but even those schools offer plenty of scholarships allowing for free education (yes, free). Even NYU Lagone now offers free tuition for ALL its medical school students in the MD program. So many of the things that are said about higher-education in the US and repeated here as "expensive and wasteful piece of paper" are simply not universally true. A big part of the wasted expense of college is living on campus or going to a school that is simply too expensive because of its location and programs that are unrelated to your field of interest.

[@daner.d]

@@bengt_axle right

[@rboston33]

You have a great Dad

[@TSCBroken]

6:50 wisest words I’ve heard from your generation in years!

[@ainsleyrobertson9543]

What field were you interested in?

[@faustiivaccaro]

i dont love college i want to travel but i dont have a job that gave me a lot of many

[@kptbillburkett8735]

You are Very right about college. Unless you are going to be Doctor or Lawyer. You really don't need it. You don't need the Debt. The cost of college went way up because of the " Guaranteed student loan "! Just like everything else the Government gets into. It gets where you can't afford to live. I believe you did the right thing. Look how much more Richer you life is. Hell, look where you are! You are on the Big Island of Hawaii! The weather is perfect. It's like summer year round. And you do live on the best part of the Island 🏝. For us Kona is about 50 miles. So thats not bad. For you add another 25 or so miles. For us we have some of the best Sun 🌞 Sets you have ever seen. And now that is is summer you should see the Moon 🌚 Sets. In the winter you can Hear the Wells at night. So you can learn anything you need to with Out going to college. Hell you are making videos for a living. So be proud 👏 you didn't waste your time in some college parties and hang Overs. Trust me. I am glad You had a great time with your mom and dad. But injoy Every second of life you can. Because one day ( And it happens faster than you think ) you want be able to do it. Ok Thank you so much for a Great video this week. Ok got to go, last day of school and my wife has a teachers dinner tonight. Ok until next time, Aloha from Ocean View Hawaii! Cheers 🍻 👏 🎉

[@randy-yu5uz]

Strong Like G! 👍

[@justinriley3096]

Friends Nothing stronger than that But the Lord

[@MylesHamlyn]

Not everyone is meant for college. I did tertiary, but mine was a bit different. No official qualifications, but PLENTY of character, spiritual, and skills development. 8:14 - High is not bad. It just means you might wait a bit longer.