It’s Time For Some MAJOR Changes. Reinventing Myself & Changing My Life

[@Naakie]

New videos will go live on Thursdays! P.S. Thanks for watching and for all the positive comments! I’m so glad this resonates with y’all and I’m not the only one going through a season of reinvention. xo

[@teriacoleman]

Yes for reinventing yourself! I am in my late 30s in my life has changed so much from 10 years ago. My style is different my schedule is different everything is different. I sew my clothes and also buy from the store so I am in the process of replacing my wardrobe. I am also decorating my house. Oh yeah I joined a gym too because my body was getting super stiff. I also was winded going up the stairs which was ridiculous. I feel so much better now!

[@Naakie]

Yes to all of this! Especially knowing how to sew your own clothes. I love it. There's something to be said about being able to walk up the stairs without getting tired 😭 makes you feel like a whole new person

[@teriacoleman]

@@Naakie Sewing is so much fun!!! I feel like an entirely new person. It makes me want to tell everyone to workout!

[@ThePatriciaPatrick]

You sound like me especially with the sewing part.

[@jojb411]

I'm glad that you mentioned the aesthetic thing, that you got lost in, yes the aesthetic style is cute..but like you mentioned you lost your individuality (which is important). A lot of people are still in the sunken place with that aesthetic thing lol. I don't know how I just discovered your channel. New subscriber!

[@weightedlibra5520]

I been looking for a video like this for months about other women in their 30s feeling the same way as I. I knew I wasn’t alone!

[@Just_Jelle]

You said a lot in this video, but I think the main takeaway is that you are currently going through a transition. It’s amazing that you even recognize it for what is is because transitions are often noticed/recognized in hindsight. One thing that you’ve said that resonates with me is that we are “allowed to do both”. We are dynamic as humans and we are allowed to like different things, and pursue multiple passions, and change over time. This is something I’m leaning in to as a lesson for myself. Not just that I am allowed to change, but that the people closest to me are able to as well, and we shouldn’t hold them to such stringent expectations. 🙂 Keep glowing and growing, Naakie!!

[@Munachi96]

Please what are the hair details?😍

[@carofantastic]

Highly resonate with this. I am currently going through a transition phase in all aspects of my life and I feel like I’m in limbo

[@KelcyPassportbyDesign]

I understand the weight gain thing. I'm also in my 30s. Gaining weight was my goal (finally got serious) for the last two years. I ate at a calorie surplus and was able to gain over 25 lbs. This is without going to the gym. If you give your body more food than it requires to function, it will store it. It has no other choice. I used Boost Very High Calorie (530 calories per serving) too because that was too many calories to get just from food. I hope you can reach your health goals!

[@D.Suber4]

The makeup part resonates most with me. I’m turning 27 this year and have NEVER even wore foundation besides getting my makeup done for my wedding! But now I’m pregnant with baby #1 and learning to do my makeup and it’s so fun! Also my style is changing so much as well and I’m sure it will change again as I enter into motherhood. I loved this video and you look gorgeous as always sis! ❤

[@kiahdavis6903]

It’s the grown woman wisdom fah me! Cheers to elevating in all realms & being intentional in the ways you obtain your optimal/desired state. I welcome all shared DIY projects on the westside lol and leme find out we bout to restart being Groupon fanatics to find new random adventures/activities 👀🤣🤣

[@tasha200]

Great video. The fun thing about a black woman is we can change our hair. I don’t think anything is wrong with that or letting someone else take care of it for you. I feel the same the older I get the more self care is important to me. Making sure my hair is done which was always a thing, getting my nails and feet done, making sure I look up to par when stepping out of the house. I am also trying to find more ways to incorporate god in my life and make that a routine as well.

[@bellejoina]

I feeling you!!! 💯 I Start my natural hair journey with 2 Kids my youngest is 1. And it is soo hard. So I totally Unterstand you. It is challanging. I am doing the same as you. Minimalism, smoetimes Shopping etc.. Please continue with your content i really Love it.

[@Naswillshine]

It’s YT showing me that you posted today 👏🏿👏🏿. But yes, sometimes you need to just optimize your life . That after 30 hits a little differently lol.

[@Naakie]

Girlllll! Turning 30 was cute. But turning 31?! Got me contemplating all of life and existence 😂

[@bandilenzimande5253]

Now why did this make me cry? 😭❤ I love it all!!!

[@AWOAPA]

Naakie this is awesome! Fellow shorty here (4’ 7.5”) 😊 Three months ago I sought out the help of a nutritionist to help me improve my diet & eating habits (bc like you I fail to eat regularly especially if I’m busy). She’s been a tremendous help and I’m so glad I did this for myself. Good luck to you & please keep us updated on your reset progress🎉

[@Naakie]

Getting a nutritionist is actually such a good idea! I may have to look into doing the same. And I'll most definitely keep ya'll updated along the journey 🤎

[@bchery4048]

Girly, having your hairstyles set in advance is such a good suggestion. I WILL be using that tip

[@Naakie]

When I tell you it has saved me so much time and stress! Especially nowadays when these stylists get booked up as soon as they open their calendars 😭

[@amitydietz]

This entire video resonated. When did you jump into my head and start taking notes? I mean it. Nearly everything you touched on is what I've been grappling with too. The hit to the heart I took when you brought up your body. Same here. In every way. Except for the booty. I don't have that. 😅Not having "an adult woman's body" has been a sore point for me since puberty skipped me in grade school. I've gotten better about excepting it for the blessing that it is. 🙏 All that to say, I feel you. Finding routines is a necessity for me and I'm having the damnedest time doing it. I feel like I'm on the cusp of real change but it's taking its sweet time! This video has come at a perfect time. Thank you for posting it. I think a lot of people are going to be able to relate. Also, make the switch. If in your heart of hearts, you feel it's the right move, those who come here for your wisdom and advice will see you on Thursday or Friday. Alright, this was a lot. I'm looking forward to your next video. ❤

[@Naakie]

So glad this video resonated with you! "I feel like I'm on the cup of real change but it's taking it's sweet time" girl THAT is exactly how I feel summed up into a sentence. We'll get there in due time 💗 Oh and also #littlebootiesmattertoo don't let anybody tell you differently lol

[@amitydietz]

@@Naakie 😂I like to say that I'm proportionate! But what I lack in curves, I make up for with wholehearted love! And yes, we will get there eventually.

[@bomoniyi]

LOVED this video because as another brown skin girl, I also feel we can and should be able to do both. Low key proud that you made this video. Keep representing being yourself! 🎉

[@kaylynnwebb7176]

I really enjoyed this video!

[@RosemaryXMusic]

I love this because I have the same talk with myself every year. Like what do I want to discover or improve. I gasped when you said you were 4'10 - you literally look 6 foot loool

[@Naakie]

😂😂😂 no ma’am the camera makes me look WAY taller than I actually am

[@victoriacreese8825]

the whole look is givinggggggg. love this whole chat!! 🧡

[@Naakie]

ahhhhh thanks girl! 🤎

[@amirahmoore1993]

No matter what day you post I’ll always watch! I also second the idea of exploring new things this year. I went ice skating for the first time and have decided to take lessons lol also for fashion I too have started i traducing color back in and it makes me sooo happy! Pinterest has updated their app so it’s been really easy to make inspo boards

[@India-ks6pu]

Loved this!! I’m also 31 and having the same exact thoughts and you articulated it so well! Thanks so much for this video!

[@Naakie]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@itsbriyana]

I highly resonate with how you spoke on transition. It's important to recognize and accept where you could change to become closer to yourself and releasing everything that isn't you anymore. Especially when everyone has an opinion on everything you do or believe in these days. Looking forward to seeing how you evolve because I'm on the same journey too!

[@theamethyst93]

Girl I saw ari lennox at afropunk last year and gasped lol she was soooo beautiful! Whenever someone mentions her I always say that.

[@Naakie]

I'm seeing her in concert in a few weeks and I'm SO excited. I know she's about to put on a show!

[@CarmelQTful]

Yes i’m going through a reinvention after having my daughter. I’m getting a color analysis in march so I know what colors look best on my complexion.

[@Naakie]

Waitttt you just taught me something completely new. I had NO idea that color analysis was a thing 🤯 that's so cool!

[@CarmelQTful]

@@Naakie yup, i learned about during the height of covid. Look up house of color and see if they have a color specialist in your area.

[@WhitneyOsei]

See if you can get tested for Adult ADHD. A lot of the things you mentioned I went through and thought were normal. Turns out it was ADHD. I didn't even realize that ADHD was part of the reason I ate so little throughout the day and lost my sense of creative enthusiasm.

[@otengmogoeng2939]

This spoke to me a whooole lot! Thank you so much❤ Love you!

[@Naakie]

I'm so glad it did! 💗

[@francia3ful]

Everything you said in this video resonated with me … especially the part about making room for all parts of you. Being ok getting made up and also going natural and unadulterated! I’m going through the same thing and I’m the same age (must be something about 31 😂). Wishing you all the best on this journey of reinvention and I’ll definitely be tuning in on Thursdays!❤

[@Naakie]

yesss 31 really hits you like oh this is not a drill. I’m fr fr IN my 30s 😂😂😂

[@francia3ful]

@@Naakie facts!!!! It’s like 30 is the trial year and 31 is the reality check!

[@cherrytracy]

I love your video and camera! What camera or lense are you using? Love it 🥹

[@KrisiStark]

Do you mind sharing where you got your nirvana shirt?

[@rayanarenee]

What camera do you use?

[@iam_virginia4]

First here....yaaayyyy🎊

[@Naakie]

Hey girl hey! 🤎

[@loveafrica97]

Hair details?

[@Naakie]

Promise I'll be doing a hair update soon where I'll be spilling all the tea 😉

[@rosleenp]

are you wearing a wig?

[@Naakie]

It’s a sew in