Is it time to leave NYC?

[@KellyStamps]

Legend says the braid is still sitting there. Have you let go of NYC? Or are you fighting the good fight? Comment below!

[@michaelperfect]

I first thought it was a snake 😅

[@AA-yc9dq]

I haven't seen a rogue braid since elementary school💀. Pray for her edges y'all

[@araverse]

Your faith in that braid makes me believe in humanity

[@grantswinton_]

😅

[@hnia0]

How about Miami? Would you not go back there???

[@chris75313]

As someone who lives in Dallas and lived in NYC. I get it. NYC is like the most interesting bf/gf you'll ever have. It gives you life but it's toxic AF. Dallas is a more stable and reasonable option, but leaves one wondering if this is all there is to life? To anyone who needs to hear this put the focus on yourself. Fix you first. If you are not fixed, you just taking unfixed on a tour.

[@KellyStamps]

I just screenshotted this. This is completely true. And I literally did have an almost boyfriend situation in Dallas. He treated me well and he was wonderful but he was totally boring. Admitted that he has no desire to ever leave Texas. Was not interested in coming to visit because he’s born and raised and has never really left. I really don’t think there is that middle ground lol. I am focusing on myself over the next few weeks and thinking about what I really want to do. But I want is both. The creativity in fast pace but with Texas prices lol. I was so bored every single day. And down there I didn’t make as much money because I was bored, and you can tell. Cooking videos were hilarious and very easy but aside from that, lifestyle vlogging which is what I do was very hard to do. I can get a normal job and relax and live in Texas and blend in like everybody else but it always feels like something is missing!

[@1027vvergara]

My most toxic relationship indeed...& I grew up in the Bronx lol I since moved to Clearwater, FL & I'm unlearning everything..mostly the whole slow life & all the noise pollution, more expensive isn't always best quality, etc. Tampa is the nx NY tho...sigh but it's fine as long as it stays there

[@carliseelizabeth]

I’m in Dallas after living in NY for 10 years. There’s nothing I miss about NY that I can’t experience with a weekend visit. You don’t have to live such a poor quality of life just for a little excitement

[@charsfitjourney]

Currently in Dallas and Ms.Stamps is right Dallas leaves one wanting, but also I enjoy the safety and clean streets too🤣 I think the best remedy would be to travel for your adventures if you can and as stated be selective about who your friends are. Home is where you are so you can make any place a home just depends on your mindset💕

[@IndigoRhapsody]

Houston to NYC here. I get it. I get it!

[@fulcrum1575]

Was born and raised in NYC, first gen immigrant child. People don't understand *why* NYC got so expensive. It wasn't the immigrants or natives' faults. Not to mention, the policies that are leading to New York's in-affordability were easily voted in and they can be easily voted out, but people don't like to hear that.

[@BrookeLynn-sr6vy]

This!

[@sfdko3291]

ACTUALLY It was the natives fault. It was the fault of the greedy natives that are entrepreneurs and financiers. They want to make this place different. THEY want to bring in more capital. Did you all forget that NYC has the most millionaires on the planet? Millionaires love real estate and they love price increases...they did this. And guess what? They're native new yorkers

[@SistahPunkStudios]

Same, born and raised to Caribbean parents. The best time in NYC for natives was actually all the transplants leaving during the rona 😳

[@fulcrum1575]

@@SistahPunkStudios FELT that. When everyone was fleeing it felt like home was normal again.

[@fulcrum1575]

@@sfdko3291 Yeah, but how many of the natives *are* millionaires. Y’all are so quick to blame use your hatred of rich people to spout nonsense you’ve learned from Tumblr threads that you actually forget about the average and poor people you so desperately want us to believe you care about.

[@georgiadoust]

"NYC is like a reusable bag, it's up to you to remember to bring it" ~ those are the wisest words I've ever heard 🔥

[@KellyStamps]

I’m honestly proud of that thinking on the spot lol. I didn’t even realize I unintentionally said it’s up to you to bring your own attitude or go home. That was iconic.

[@georgiadoust]

@@KellyStamps 💯

[@chinascorner7801]

“No! I’m not career minded and I’m ready to be a housewife! “ Amen!

[@KellyStamps]

Kids are a lot of work but it just comes natural LOL. My feminine urge says to get pregnant and homeschool in a subrural area and grow my own veggies. I was so close to that in Texas. My relationship on pause is great because he had the same idea. Don’t be surprised if there’s a video titled “why I went back to Texas” 😂

[@chinascorner7801]

@@KellyStamps Yes, use that NYC money to buy you some land, grow your food, grow your kids and grow your life.

[@alexis9086]

@@KellyStamps that sounds like a great life! hope it works out for you and your family

[@Odaz]

This is the path 💅🏾🥰

[@melissak8892]

I know what you mean about the appeal of an international city. There is nothing like it. But I am older now and just moved to the sticks because I can't live in a place dictated by those who don't have its citizens' best interests at heart. I can't sit in a tiny room watching the town burn (literally and figuratively) around me. So I've chosen shared values over glamour, books over conversations, and nature over art. Not sure that it's the right decision but time will tell. You'll know when to go. In the meantime, enjoy it.

[@destiny.shantelle]

I love you girlll. You said you didn’t want to settle in life but you kinda are with NYC. You’ve mentioned a lot that basically you have to be in NY because of youtube but not necessarily because you enjoy it. That’s settling Kelly🥲 Choose happiness! You’re going to get your views regardless. You’ll grow regardless. Maybe not at the pace you want but don’t let the algorithm make you miserable.

[@Just999Me]

Good point. I agree.

[@KellyStamps]

I think I accidentally deleted my own previous comment. But I said I completely agree with you. But I would rather be chained to a big city with a channel that makes me six figures a year from just existing rather than going elsewhere and having to work a normal job and working 40 hours a week. (My channel just doesn’t perform as well another locations due to viewer’s lack of interest of the city, youtube not promoting me and me coming across boring.) I just don’t wish to work ever again. I have privilege that I built for myself and I have to use my 20s to create that nest egg for when I can actually go relax.

[@n.snoozzz9377]

@@KellyStamps perhaps it's time to go international? 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@luvburden5743]

@@KellyStamps I like when you traveled to Idaho and your family house with the cows.. Maybe you can interview the ppl more. I know in Atlanta ppl would love to be street interviewed.( Not saying to come live here because I wouldn't want you to do that to yourself lol Atlanta is a HOT MESS.) Like another comment said maybe it's time for you to go international. Maybe Korea. You got this. You will figure it out . It's kinda like writers block, just need some time to figure things out.

[@ilikeramyeon]

@@n.snoozzz9377 yeah, like Berlin or Scandinavia, maybe even Svalbard for a bit.

[@SheilaRocks]

I lived in Texas for years and went back to NYC where I grew up, but I traveled to Texas recently after many years and now considering going back to live, even though NYC is my hometown and forever be in my heart, I am just done with this city, there is just a better living opportunity outside of it.

[@KellyStamps]

Wow! Which part of Texas?

[@bradIeyyy]

Agreed ! Leaving NY was best decision I ever made

[@SheilaRocks]

@@KellyStamps San Antonio, and loved it.I loved in I Austin for 5 years and visited San Antonio recently, I really liked it, NYC is just not where I want to be anymore.

[@SheilaRocks]

@@bradIeyyy Yes! Good for you!

[@soulspirationgoddess]

@@SheilaRocks as the Texans say.. remember why you left NYC and don’t vote the same way you did in NY. It’s true. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@absolutelyfab]

Living in New York is like going on a grocery trip with a parent who likes to browse. Go in, find what you're looking for, and get out. Love you Ms. Stamps!

[@KellyStamps]

I know it’s so true lol. It’s addicting

[@honeydewgurlfriend]

A career is just a way to have your basic needs met. If you want to make it more than that, that's your choice! I work at a grocery store and where I find meaning in life is anywhere but my job, and I feel very fulfilled. I also feel like I really contribute to society through my unpaid volunteer work. And I'm glad I don't have a job that takes all my time so that I have time to volunteer. You don't have to be paid for what you do to contribute to society!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And you can grow so much as a person without focusing on your career if that's what you want.

[@madelinewhite9501]

Amen to that

[@msdreams6838]

Yessss!! 🙏🏾

[@userzquid]

well said, love this!

[@elenal1906]

Tbh grocery workers are very important and underappreciated

[@mc-ge2bt]

Long time watcher, first time commentor. Another angle to your NYC experience is that you’re not hear to directly work for a company or be a student. Those two atmospheres would provide you with a diverse group of people that provide a lot of growth and enjoyment to your time in NYC. Trust me, NYC coworkers are the most interesting of any work culture out there. I have literally laughed till I cried and been able to be as candid with others while working or going to school with great people. This was the most important thing I took from the post undergrad-entry level faze of my life.. the relationships. All that said, you’re completely open to so much and I love that about you but it is fact that your not really here for the same reasons as others your age. As a NYC native (who’s lived in a few other countries/states), we tend to take untraditional work/career paths as unserious and that’s not really fair.

[@hannahdigitals]

I think it’s good for everyone to experience city life, it has so many opportunities and exposes you to so many people. But in the long term it can be expensive and lonely so it’s not for everyone to stay

[@jazzyj904]

Lonely has nothing to do with living in the city

[@AfroTae]

@@jazzyj904, right there are huge communities here; you gotta find them. I'd be more lonely in the suburbs lol.

[@raylubin]

Growing with open-minded people is so great. I love my long conversations with my closest friends about life, wealth, and business ideas. Thanks for your words of wisdom Kelly!

[@maverickbull1909]

NYC is the place I belong, but it's not worth it unless you're rich. I'm not doing roomies, I'm not doing tiny apartments. Nope! I visit a few times a year when I can but that's it. The prices have always been high, but right now they are insane. Inflation and we're in a recession, too. No Mam. Worst time to be in the most expensive city in America.

[@Elena-er7zp]

I’m of the opinion that NYC is a great place to visit but unless you are a multi-millionaire, not a great place to live and even then it might not be great. lol I made a point to stay in NYC for 3 weeks during one vacation and by the end - I was DONE! and ready for my house and my big yard back in Texas.

[@Ray-pp5qb]

NYC is great place to be if your poor, or just starting your career too. If you pay attention and take advantage of the opportunities, you will definitely leave in a different tax bracket.

[@gensai93]

I live in Miami and it's the same

[@epicsseven7686]

Your nomadic life may not be about finding self in those cities. You have to start within. Find yourself. Finding yourself is about being honest with self. For a lot of people that's hard to do

[@KellyStamps]

Yep. My job has become my life. After producing this I realize the toxic grip the algorithm has on my brain. I think I need to step away,.

[@PeukinsPoint]

@@KellyStamps we ❤️ u Kelly

[@artistic_jae]

@@KellyStamps As I’ve heard recently on IG and TT, don’t worry so much about the algorithm and numbers…just “be the content”. Worry less about the number and just create. It won’t matter where in the world you are; your followers will go. 😊. Ooh ooh! I just had a thought for a new video…you should do something like Today Show Matt Lauer used to do…”Where In The World Am I?” Where you travel to different places and give clues and we all guess where you are. 😊🙌🏻 😂

[@Wetesk53]

I looooove the new voice-over, mini-video-essay element you've got going in this video, you should keep it going ❤.

[@KellyStamps]

I did a little sum’n sum’n 😌

[@JulianSteve]

Same here. It's cool :)

[@TonyThomas10000]

it is not where you live. It is how you live. Growth comes from within.

[@AddiRockART]

I have this vibe of being at peace and connected to the world from my city, but it’s when I’m in London. I’m from Baltimore, and I enjoy New York, but in my 30s I’m just really liking life outside of the USA.

[@delarosey2807]

I agree, that we (introverts) tend to be more open and enjoy the company of select people. Some people can bring out my more outgoing side more than others.

[@Johannym]

Welcome back to NY, Kelly! I've been living in NYC for over ten years now, and I don't think I'll ever leave. There's so much life in this city, every time I go away I miss it so much.

[@laamajon]

The biggest difficulty I face as becoming a full time Content creator is that it doesn’t feel strong enough. Like a doctor or a lawyer. I FIGHT with the choice of going to law school. But irl I know for a FACT that being a content creator I will be much more happy and financially free. I do not want to make someone else rich. PERIODT

[@stevenlilelogistics6673]

“small town simple minded” Hymm I live miles from a small town and many more from a big town, I think we just put a higher value on other things. My front door is never locked, my dogs have never had a leash or a collar. Yesterday I sat and watched wood peckers in my bird bath for a hour. I am far from simple minded, but very much enjoy a simple life. But it takes all kinds to make this world go round. God Bless till next time.

[@lilyardalan8812]

My own personal interests definitely align more with your NYC content, but that aside, i really do think the pace of such a bustling city makes for a much more interesting and fulfilling career trajectory! Speaking as someone who spent time living in suburban bay area and then moved back to LA where I grew up, coming back here has invigorated my lust for life and made me feel more intentional about my every day choices, where I go, what I do, etc. I even put more effort into my appearance when I live here, and find it much easier to make friends. In my 20's, these are all really important to me. I have all the time in the world to live comfortably and quietly, once I'm retired etc.

[@latinafortruth430]

I think this video was Kelly convincing herself to stay in New York. 😅

[@UnderRatedBeauty88]

Yes and I’m a New York native. The south is kind of boring for me without knowing people. I was thinking about Texas.

[@KellyStamps]

You are not wrong!

[@UnderRatedBeauty88]

@@KellyStamps Eating seems to be the only common activity in most southern cities aside from sports.The south is beautiful but it seems to be more suitable for couples and families. I don’t really know what I want to do lol

[@storiesofblue]

You should try Europe Kelly! All of this but in Paris, in London, in Milan. Your creativity sparkles in big cities, we have those in Europe!

[@eligirl100]

It’s really hard to thrive in Paris. I should know. I grew up in NYC and have been living in France for 4 years.

[@joesdi]

Milan lol no

[@ceciliecerise]

London is a good option, Paris can be tough and frustrating at times

[@wolfiesasha887]

@@eligirl100 true

[@wolfiesasha887]

@@ceciliecerise true

[@Jynuial]

“NY is like a reusable bag, you have to remember to bring it”. This was poetic to me for some reason 😅

[@Sanfranshelley]

I love NY too! I lived in NY for 3 years, met my husband there, and now I'm dropping my son off in NY for his 1st year of college! Full circle that is, I'm off to Berlin today where we live now... But now I'll be back more often!

[@i.r.8180]

This is what I’m aiming for! I’m visiting Berlin for the first time this winter to confirm wanting to live there (I’ve visited other parts of Germany). 💕

[@abimaellopezmaylord27lopez7]

@@i.r.8180 i think germany has more elderly people but my friends lived in nyc and they feel better in Dallas Texas

[@Lina-kx8mv]

*"i love people watching"* i really connect with this

[@alwayscurious313]

Frank Sinatra said, "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere." Been here my whole life and I love this City and I'm not letting go of a good thing, Kelly. Like you said, this city has great energy that keeps you going. I'm very fortunate to live in 470 sq./ft. studio and my rent is only $638. Maybe you can consider getting a Murphy wall bed. You can hide your bed away when you have guests over and it opens up floor space. Perfect for studios.

[@l.eviathan]

scrolling through the comments... UR RENT IS WHAT? i'm in shock rn.

[@alwayscurious313]

@@l.eviathan It's a low-income tax credit apartment. Been here for 19yrs through parents who won apartment from lottery then got my own studio after 4yr on waitlist.

[@l.eviathan]

@@alwayscurious313 ohhh i see

[@NabilaIrene]

I have no idea what my next destination will be after my studies, but a big city is a must. I need the reusable bag energy!!!

[@bmdbmb]

Its more important to find right people to socialize ❤️

[@TisHotMessHistory]

I eat lentil soup almost every day too! Shout out to lentils!

[@pappleseed]

Been watching since first NYC video and haven’t commented until now : you are smart beautiful charming sexy funny wholesome talented but above all you are good and I appreciate that I can share this planet with people like you and I am and always will be rooting for you, your happiness, fulfillment, and success. - John

[@KellyStamps]

Aw that’s kind, thank you 🥺

[@felynnsoleil]

I definitely agree. I have had to challenge myself to a point where I can build up and venture out. I call it the 33% rule, Tai Lopez said you want to spend 33% of your time with those who look up to you/can learn from you, 33% with those who are like minded and challenging you and another 33% of your time with someone smarter than you so you are never complacent and or stagnant in growth. 💛

[@LevelUpKorean]

NYC has golden handcuffs on me, lol. I am not a city girl, but you're right. There's a lot here and you have sooo many options and opportunities here. So many people from different backgrounds, experiences and belief systems that make it an interesting place to be in.

[@JessicaHicks]

I’m in Dallas now. Moved here after living in NYC. And even though my jobs have been NYC based, I decided to stay in Dallas. I do miss the NYC, but the quality of life is really tough to give up.

[@mariekano9730]

Born in raised in nyc still live here for 28 years. Born in 1993 by the way. Its definetly not what it used to be but honestly I can't see myself anywhere else. I love queens its so diverse and active

[@AyoAlpha503]

This was so motivational! I'm like you. I want to learn, grow and meet like minded people that have big dreams 💫 Know your worth and never settle!

[@sarahu.38]

I know you don't usually do interview-y type videos, but it would be sick to have you interview people on the streets of New York that YOU, Kelly Stamps, think have fly street style. It would be fun NYC content but we'd also get to know you and what styles you think are cool based on the people you select. Also more spatula. More ice skating. More plane watching/aviation stuff. More fashun. More tiramisu (yeah, I said it... I know you're over it but I'm not, LOL)!

[@KellyStamps]

Thank you for adding these to the suggestion box! I definitely wanna do all the above. I gotta try the tiramisu again 😂😂

[@Khalid-bz1gh]

When i was 14, i printed a huge ass Times Square picture and put it as a wallpaper and i took a pic with it in hopes i would recreate one years later but in the actual Times Square. So I’m gonna hold into that until i get to recreate it 🫣 Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk

[@Erika-nk9di]

I have to say - the style of this vlog is sooo good! I think you are getting closer to finding a unique style of yours that is not only entertaining for the audience, but also allows you to express yourself authentically from a deeper place, am I right?

[@KellyStamps]

I’m glad you like this change! It was kind of like an unintentional essay format.

[@Sam3love]

I moved from Brooklyn to Houston a few months ago. Although I miss New York so much, I've never been happier in Houston!

[@77HeIsLove_woot]

I could be wrong but I believe the most fulfillment comes from serving people.

[@KarrenKora]

just moved to nyc 5 days ago!! from a little town an hour away from boston

[@feliprolo]

Kelly has made me discover that I too want to live a dramatic romanticized life.

[@KellyStamps]

Drama is the only way!!

[@shanluann6417]

Same!!!!

[@reneemczeal139]

I’m really happy for you Ms Kelly. I wish you all good things in life.

[@aalienh]

"eyesight getting worse" 🤣🤣 can always count on Kelly to slay with her brutal relentless well-timed honesty 👸

[@Pardonherthoughts]

It’s always the simplicity in the videos that gets me! Love it here❤️

[@wtpaige]

"I'm very much split b/n the culture of New York City and the Southern charm/values/etc." A whole vibe.

[@KyonneSmith]

I'm tryinggg not to let go, but my lease is up in 3 weeks and I don't think I can do the roommate thing anymore and I can't afford to live by myself 😅 Maybe I'll see if a family member will let me borrow their couch for a few months until I recalibrate

[@KellyStamps]

I’m also gonna have to get a roommate eventually because the algorithm is wishy-washy these days lol. And I know what it’s like to live on my own in Texas and have everything at my fingertips. Personally I don’t ever want to be told I have to get a guarantor at 26 ever again when I make so much. NYC is stupid

[@Fari-100]

You, Kelly Stamps, are a for real gem. Seeing and hearing a woman, a young woman, a young Black woman 😄 like yourself leads me to wonder what the hell I did with my life 😂😂 cause if I would have met someone like you, we would have gone much further in so many ways 😪 😅 but I feel good knowing there are women like you out there, rare, yes, but they're out there 😊

[@KellyStamps]

Aw thank you

[@2008topshelf]

yeah, get outta there gurl. Try South florida and fly to NYC one to three times a month as if you lived there. No one would know. you could even fly out in first class or even from an executive airport. Commute on 2hours and change which is what New Yorkers suburbanites already commute daily.

[@impala6464]

Keep having plans A, B, C, and D. Life is about options and being happy on our terms.

[@Smooch-Magazine]

This black outfit is giving me LIFE! Love it and you look amazing in it!

[@joshuashearon3539]

Just saw you on Fox Business, had to look you up. From a Texas boy it was nice to see someone appreciate our state for more than just cheaper prices. Your appreciation for whataburger and right to bear arms was noted. On top of all that, you're beautiful. Congrats!

[@Toyiamichelle]

My son just moved to NYC from KY & I know KY is too small for him & he's much happier outside of it but he'll always know where home is

[@Amamayoyo]

totally get your points about living in a big city. I'm in a different country but in a small city here and i am literally counting down the days to when i can leave here. being in a big city with similar energy to NY is going to be stressful but the energy of it is all i can think of rn.

[@DeniseStrothersMinistry]

"I never want to be the smartest person in the room but often times am." Love it! 🤣🤣🤣

[@AfroTae]

I don't care what no one says. NYC is the best place to be in your 20s. It has some of the best education and scholarships/grants (esp for in-state residents). Plus, you're living your life, clubs, events, networking/socializing. Once you grow up and want to start a family, then I can see considering leaving. But honestly, everyone saying leave, take what you can, and get out is forgetting the native, minority communities who don't have that option. Their resources are not being catered to because everyone comes and leaves instead of investing back into their neighborhood, and yet wonder why it's so "bad."

[@annieareyouok7671]

I never thought of it like that but this so true.

[@livingfinance]

Why can’t they invest in their environment as well, who do you expect to do the investing?

[@Mmakeup]

I love how you talk about your subscribers there in America and I'm here washing my teeth, at 1 a.m. in the north east of Spain while I watch your video

[@jazzyj904]

Tourists come to the city in boatloads and wonder why it’s always dirty/ busy. It sucks living in NYC when it exists for the tourists. We don’t get to enjoy our own city. Literally imagine walking down the block for 10 minutes because people want to stand and look at lights. Also, having a car will allow you to live on the outskirts of the city.

[@cobaltblue26]

Girl! Tell me why I was at church and tourists were taking pictures and left in the middle of service? Fighting for my life every time I'm walking these streets makes me not even want to leave the house anymore.

[@JulianSteve]

@@cobaltblue26 LMAOOOOO that's the Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn lifestyle!!

[@theamericankick2473]

Hey take a trip to Philly sometime it's the less crowded, cheaper, and small version of New York. Mind you we are not the 6th Borough. You can also try our Cheesesteaks. Just don't go to Pat's and Geno's they are tourist traps.

[@pipergoris6225]

POV: When you don’t know why you didn’t subscribe before now. Thanks for such a refreshingly honest perspective. 💛

[@bakulubaka8661]

New York has that incredible energy, it's a shockwave!

[@zippagraphics]

“Just going to the bodega guy is so fun” 💜

[@sandrabullocksheadband7830]

Watching Professor Stamps making videos about NY makes me want to visit NY, but I live in Manchester, UK, and I can barely afford to breathe here. Still loving the videos Ms Stamps.

[@livelystones7773]

Might see you in Piccadilly Gardens 🤣🤣

[@sandrabullocksheadband7830]

@@livelystones7773 Let's do it! Stamp appreciation society :)

[@TheBohodiva]

Enjoy life. If right now that means NYC, then that’s fine. I’ve lived in both Houston and NYC for a number of years. I lived very different lifestyles but had a heck of a time in both!

[@TheBohodiva]

I’ll add, you have $$. Absolutely not worth it for most IMO.

[@IndigoRhapsody]

You are adventurous and a risk taker. I love it. Enjoy your youth and savor your life!

[@CozyMutha]

NYC is wild right now, but Im from Philly so I just sit here and eat my food quietly to the soundtrack of drugs homelessness and violence.

[@intergalacticbnb]

😳😔

[@penguinwithwifi]

Lol

[@Ray-pp5qb]

🤣🤣🤣

[@SnippetsBB]

From fallow periods rich harvests result. Algorithms, smalgorithms--these are merely outliers for internal (and more exciting ) changes for you, Kelly. I'm part of the very older base of your stampede watching you grow. I listen quietly to what you say and intently between the words you don't share. I hear you. There is so much you want to achieve and they will come.... in their own time. Good luck.

[@KellyStamps]

Thank you! I agree. There is more to life than the algorithm.

[@jkesewa]

I remember being in high school and dreaming about living in a loft in NYC. That dream is far gone now haha

[@100Stratusfiedx]

This is how I feel about the DMV area. Are there more interesting places in the NE? Of course, but I think I’m so tied to the area because that’s where I grew up. Born and raised in DC, going to college in MD, and hanging out with friends and family in Virginia.

[@KellyStamps]

I dream about living in Potomac

[@kimberlygibson3]

You are such an inspiration. I love your videos so much more because I can see that you have grown even in your content. Darn the algorithm for not promoting you as much, it doesn't know what it's missing by not showing you to more viewers.

[@JimiSunsets]

I’m so happy for the Stampede lecture of the Week 🥰 thanks Kelly for always coming through for the girls

[@andiseeyouwhenthesunsetseast]

Prof. Stamps, I thank you for serving us this entertaining and funny content. But also for the insight you’re giving us. I love all the thoughtful comments of the Stampede Community. Ly

[@professlch6347]

A Queen. Day in and day out. Unmatched. In every city. Their fave could NEVER.

[@drebugsita]

Haven't watched yet but just want to say, HEAD OUT RIGHT NOW AND COME TO BROOKLYN, EASTERN PARKWAY. You must behold the West Indian parade! That is all.

[@lauraaranda1170]

Your videos always arrive in perfect timing ❤️❤️🥺 needed to hear this 💖

[@aalienh]

"I never wanted to make someone else rich forever" 🙌🙌🙌💫

[@12rayray22]

Kelly Kelly Kelly!!! Your hair sis!!!!! It’s popping!!!!! 😍😍😍 you did it yourself?

[@Moonshinestarr]

I admire the normal that your represent in society! ❤️

[@KellyStamps]

Thank you! I will forever advocate for living for oneself

[@Funnymombecca]

NYC is getting more cray cray by the minute… we said goodbye last year and moved to Texas.

[@ironicgambino8987]

Giiiirl your editing is getting so good !! 👏 😊

[@m0betta]

I just came across your page, I cant wait to binge! THE DRAMA IS NECESSARY and you're so pretty! Also, where is the white set from!?

[@ashereinhorn]

4k for a studio in the upper east side is WILD. That is so much above the asking price it’s mind blowing. You could get a two bed in that area for that.

[@electricpurple4112]

Thanks for uploading today, it's my birthday and I wanted a cool, inspiring video to watch. This was it!

[@anastasiabennett4854]

Liked the video when she said all her subscribers are cute because yes we are

[@bluize214]

Hi Kelly! I always love to hear your perspective on life. And as always, love your videos!!

[@KellyStamps]

Hi Lori! Thank you for always coming back!!😀

[@hollie531]

That blush looks great on you. Your apartment is really cute too.

[@badzula93]

KZbin is a dying platform with the way the owners are running it. I hope you are continuing to pursue piloting as a back up plan, and working somewhere a few days out of the week isn't such a bad thing. Love you girl.

[@missymiss2357]

Girl, you are trying to make it work. You know it sucks but you're trying to make it work. Like I said, I'll give you til February to give up making it seem better than it is.

[@MaySmithereen]

Kinda sounds weird, sis…

[@JasColoredCurls]

New York is amazing! Best 3 years of my life and I will be back! It's just a different way of life and experience you can't get anywhere else.

[@emaurleb]

the topics that you talked about a the end(being introverted, not settling…) i was just like constantly pausing and saying yesssss agreed

[@Mscupcakeforever21]

I've been reading the comments and you're saying that you don't really feel safe outside of your neighborhood, I would advise you to try to experience NYC as a whole, go beyond that fear and explore other boroughs and neighborhoods that are full of life. I personally never lived there but visited as a tourist for long stays and never did basic tourist stuff. Enjoyed Brooklyn, Chinatown, Chelsea, lots of cafes, bars, museums and parks with interesting people. The most difficult is to get out there and socialize but once you find your crowd, it goes smoothly.

[@FrancisGo.]

I would like a Kelly Stamps coffee table book/travel guide where you visit Japan, but there's also a vlog tie in. And it involves post cards with actual Stamps, and a signet ring stamp.

[@chericlm]

Keep being your true self Kelly and don’t change your values even though you’re in a new city!

[@MichtheMinimalist]

Can I just say hoe much I missed the bangsssss. Also…It’s great to see you make the best of your “club penguin” apartment 😂

[@noramosesgoddey]

You can have it all! Enjoy life to the fullest, location shouldn't be a problem ❤️. It's your happiness first before algorithm. Another lovely piece here Kelly😘😘

[@iamashleyyvette]

I live in Downtown Los Angeles and have been here in LA 3 and a half years but as soon as the rental prices in New York stabilize I’m on my way to NYC. There is no other city like NYC. I’d rather sacrifice a little to live there now before I have kids and a family, and enjoy my last years of child less life in the best city in the world.

[@bitehunter122]

“A plastic bag going through the wind,” KS Love it