Living alone as a teenager - A week in my life

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[@bbloodyangel1]

the mental breakdown bit is so relatable fr.

[@amypeckham]

Have you ever thought about cooking lessons with your mom? You cook together on Facetime or Zoom. Then build a recipe file. I bet your mom would love that.

[@ashleyhill2969]

THIS!! that’s so cute someone get this to Avia 😭

[@jaycipatterson9961]

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[@Misdrex]

that is such a wonderful idea oh my god I need to look into that with my own mother lol

[@antoniorossiz]

Nothing you expressed was abnormal. What you've done (and are in the process of doing) has been very impressive! You went from the structure of family/school to having to create something entirely on your own, and you're doing a really admirable job trying to piece together a framework that's right for you. As you make your way, you'll occasionally sense things aren't in balance, and when it makes you feel a certain way, it's ok. You always come across as a very well intentioned, good person who is trying her best.

[@Swanselm]

Maybe you need a partnership with a food delivery service so you can learn about what ingredients go together and make cooking kinda fun.

[@nataliflores128]

Why did I start tearing up seeing you cry 😭

[@itssulisab4182]

Avia, I just want to say I appreciate you always talking to the camera like we are there with you. I appreciate that you take your time to make vids for us and I just hope you know your hard work isn’t going unnoticed. I love how relatable and realistic you are as well. Love and thanks to you Avia, keep up the great work🫶❤️

[@selfloveapproach]

This mental breakdown is so valid and it’s like watching myself in action 😅 so many of us struggle with what you’re sharing living on your own is a up/down journey

[@hanromanfay]

what i love about this vlog is not only did she let us know that this week was a bit of an emotional struggle for her because it’s normal to, at one point, drop all emotions and feel like it’s the end of the world, but she was comfortable with us and used this footage of a roller coaster of emotions to show us what being a human and a young woman!! in different phases can be like and she put it together and romanticized our humanity. she didn’t let the negatives take away from her theme of her content, she continued to turn it positively and be open and honest and share what her life on her own is like. she loves having us around❤

[@dormantxdisaster]

Girl we all have been there ❤you’re doing so well and you’re so mature!! And pro tip- I’m 30 and hate cooking so I bought a crock pot and airfryer and it makes it so much easier and less stressful. Also finding easy things to make that taste good and just keep a note on your phone of everything you’ve made that’s easy and tastes good then you’ll eventually have enough to make a rotation of easy meals!

[@ooglybooglysgapyear]

I loved this video! Something that personally helped me a lot with learning to live in the moment more (outside of journaling, meditation, etc.) was getting a flipphone and social media in general. It's definitely a tad bit extreme for most people, but the peace of mind it's given me without sacrificing communication with my friends has been amazing. Since social media is your job, I thought i'd just list a couple things that may be a bit more applicable to you! I personally use a digicam and set a goal to take a picture everyday of something I find beautiful. It gets me to get out of my house at least once a day, and taking a picture everyday acts as a sort of catalogue for my life that isn't connection to the cons that social media has (for me personally). In a similar vein, I also like to try and write about something that was on my mind that day. It could be a review of a book I finished, a quote I really liked, or an article I read that sparked something, anything that helps to stand testament that I can find something meaningful and valuable in the day yk? That, and I also like setting a bucket list of things that I'd like to do that month, most of which are activities that I could do in a day if I don't have any plans! But another thing I wanted to mention (sorry for the long ass comment☠) is that it's natural to feel hyperfocused on the future! As someone who's also working full-time independent of my parents at 18, I feel like there's this immense self-pressure to get everything right as newly minted adults, even though that isn't how it really works yk? Adulting isn't something you master as much as it is a labor of trial and error over the course of our lives. i.e adulting is hard as hell ☠. We're young, and with that we're granted the space to mess up and learn wisdom from whatever short comings or failures we may run into in life. So be kind to yourself, you're doing great!! Sorry for the major yap sesh, but hope at least something here helped. :]

[@cropmyhair]

Seeing you cry broke my heart. You are doing such a phenomenal job at creating a life for yourself. Sending you nothing but love and positive light.

[@Jeanette3]

Kudos to you for being 18 and living by yourself in a completely different state from everyone you love. At 34 myself I don’t think my mental health could even handle that! It takes a lot to be always be alone physically and it can create mental breakdowns, BUT you seem to handle everything with such grace and positivity. You’re doing so much now at 18 than most people have done in their whole lives.✨

[@Blind_Bibliophilic_Life]

Take one day at a time Avia, if you need to cry it out do that, crying is necessary so never apologize for just feeling. Ask your mom to cook you some meals and send them to you. She just needs to get a box that she can put the food in with dry ice packs. It’ll help you with backup meals when your cooking isn’t quite hitting it for you. Or better yet, your mom could go down there and cook a bunch of meals for you and in the process teach you. Hope you’re doing better. Sending you love from Texas. 🫶🏻

[@adrianruvalcaba3897]

Camera was still amazing and I still like it very own together 💜☺️☺️😌😌

[@Azarate20]

The emotional roller coaster of this video haha it was real and I appreciate it :) as someone who’s constantly being told I’m dramatic or too sensitive, I totally understand! It’s a gift 🥰 also periods suck so that is very justifiable lol

[@emilynn8632]

I have so much love for you after watching this video! I'm impressed by how much you've done in just a few short months away from home, and how candid and wise you have become.

[@pumpkinchai]

The mental breakdown felt so relatable. I also loved this whole vlog and how it was edited together, especially toward the end with the clips of the extracurriculars.

[@francovey7548]

The ocean is my happy place. It soothes my soul. Thank you for sharing your beach with me. As for decorating, have you looked at Command hooks? Easy to use and they are easy to remove. Keep smiling!

[@kelsey790]

That rose dress is STUNNING AVIA! u r so pretty!

[@colby7027]

I dont understand the Gen Z women and them calling everything "HER" its the cringiest shit ever

[@kaitlynhassler8632]

avia i loveee your videos so much. they’re so aesthetic and you are so creative and talented. i adore you so much and i admire you so much. ❤❤ i want to be like youuuu

[@KB-vh2hm]

honestly so relatable. Growing up is having to find something to eat, everyday, for the rest of your life. Multiple times a day, even more if you have a partner! 😅 I have found a few recipes and honestly? I just remake them xD Spaghetti, Lasagna, Rice w/ some kind of protein, things that have good leftovers are nice because cooking multiple days in a row is kind of exhausting too.

[@KB-vh2hm]

oh! just posted and now you are making spaghetti!! haha :)

[@TinaFairey]

You should try something like Hello Fresh or Green Chef. It will not only help you pick different meals.. but they actually show you all the steps to cook it and eventually you just know how to cook much better. I have been using Hello Fresh for like 3 years plus now. LOVE IT

[@jenna9493]

In love with your vlog style, keeps me so motivated!!💗

[@BgirlAnimal]

avia you should take surfing lessons! i think you’d love how present you feel while surfing. it’s tough because the waves are always changing, i think you’d enjoy that challenge!

[@rigidcrisis]

Ngl, most times people crying on camera it's so cringe to me....but because I feel like I lowkey know you because I've watched you for so long, I just felt like comforting you lmao. And YES, I know I don't know you for real for real 😂🤷🏽‍♂️. Anyways, thanks for sharing and being vulnerable. I "randomly" cry sometimes too, and it feels so damn therapeutic/cathartic. I put it in quotes because in the moment it does feel random, but there's always a reason deep down.

[@danieltwambi3563]

I feel like you gonna be movie 1 day since you love acting so much i love doing acting and being main character myself 😊😊😊😊

[@jasminlouise]

hi avia, i’ve been watching you for so many years and i admire you’re confidence and positivity so so so much! i love your style of filming and editing so much, your videos help me so much and i can’t wait to see what you’ve got coming up in the future. 💕

[@Rach-db9vx]

You only missing a pet now😂 maybe a cat ?

[@danielle1713]

girly you need a hello fresh partnership

[@halaalabdali3274]

What vlog camera do you use?🥰

[@mash4242]

the cover😭😭😭 “mental breakdowns… slaying” i love

[@TSLDame-Crafts]

Did say months ago, to get a crockpot and that takes care of cooking. Maybe a recipe book too.

[@ItsATwinThingvlogs]

Harry Styles, auditions, the beach, running, this is my favorite kinda vibe :) also ignore those mean comments, stay positive and optimistic it's totally okay to be sad though let it all out girlie, thank you for sharing your vulnerability with us

[@Justmichy1]

Where are you going after 7 months?? I love you being so real, nothing fake about you!!!! Keep being you! ❤❤❤❤

[@Tech4YourNeeds]

It's okay to be emotional. It's a natural part of being a human being. Adulting is not easy, and I remember leaving my house when I was only 18 years old. Although I'm male, the struggle was real. You have learned so many skills rapidly like it or not you have to do things or they will fall apart. As you said, we often take for granted all that our parents do for us.

[@Misdrex]

as a 28 year old, I feel you when you are talking about the cooking. It can be hard to push yourself to cook, and worrying about if it will be good or not. I have maybe, 5 meals I make consecutively that ive mastered (not even hard ones just well ive had all my friends and partner say they are very good) so I basically just eat those meals constantly. And I want to branch out to new things and try new recipes but Im afraid of also failing and wasting food, money, time, etc so I really get that. Your 20's will be all about figuring all of this out and your worries right now are very fking normal hahaha but you'll get through them. I found I learned a lot within the age of 20-25 on adulting, but i'm still figuring things out as I go. Whenever adulting gets hard I know I can still go home to my mom with her yummy cooking when I need her and her support. You got this.

[@quicksilver455]

maybe you can make a weekly meal plan so you wouldnt feel stressed thinking about what to make and make sure to taste test as you go (after you add spices/ sauces etc) so you know what you need more or less of. dont wait till the end to taste i made bad dishes when i started cooking as well, but my husband's a natural at cooking and he showed me that you can salvage even very poorly cooked meals lol. just taste as you go and add/ reduce ingredients as necessary. if you've put too much salt, add other spices/ more pasta to balance it out etc. making bulk dishes might also help so you dont have to cook everyday. you should really try to have rice and curry. rice - just chuck it in the rice cooker. curry - its literally adding the veggie or meat to a pot and adding a bunch of spices plus coconut milk. its really easy and you can keep it in the fridge for up to a week.

[@Bonnema_Bunch]

Ty for showing us how real you are .the breakdown makes u so relateable

[@keyshlanarvaez6921]

Thank you for sharing your vulnerable moment, I'm sure most of us girlies can relate

[@nicolerichard8362]

You being emotionally vulnerable actually makes us connect with you more. It’s so relatable. It’s normal it happens. Sometimes we just cry because we held in stuff and then it all bubbles up and we cry for “no reason” it’s okay. Don’t beat yourself up. I’m 24 and wishing I would’ve gotten out in the world at your age! You’re doing amazing. We love you!!!❤

[@moodypeacock]

It’s awesome that you like burnt food! It makes cooking easier

[@megraz7987]

Omg the little justin bieber car sesh COUNT ME INNNN

[@Grrreeeeeeew]

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[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

“Beware Those Who Seek Constant Crowds; They Are Nothing Alone" - Charles Bukowski

[@VanessaBeatty-de9tl]

Sending Love. Prayers. And Hugs your way! xoxo All The Best ✨

[@charmilliriano]

You are an amazing human being I love that you are able to be yourself always never stop being you

[@danielatrindade5602]

You can become good at anything. Including cooking… it’s hard to like doing things when you’re not good at. Ask yourself: “how can I become good at cooking?”

[@VanessaBeatty-de9tl]

Hope all is well Avia. People and their comments can be so mean-spirited; but don't let that deter you. Were you preparing for an acting role:). All The Best ✨ xoxo

[@zuzutheblackkittycat]

the way I GAAAASSSSPED AVIAAAA the white floral dress looks gorgeous on you!!!! GIRLIEEEPOPPPP STUNNNIIIINNNNNN

[@27deathage]

Wait flashback to your pops training for Marathons. Girl hormonal emotions are so normal dont even thunk twice about them just keep swimming. Also just google some apartment hacks, command strips, wall pudy, like stuff that doesnt make holes in the wall.

[@alishaaa1192]

set yourself up for sucess! On a day where you are in the mood to cook, and making something you like, double the recipe or quanitity!! Freeze single serving quantities! When you have a night where youre just not feelin' cooking or tempted to get takeout....foods in the freezer! There is some trial and error involved with finding out what reheats nicely, but for the most part, you can freeze anything!! Soups are particularly easy.

[@Mrsbee03]

Be proud of yourself, girl! I'm 30, and i feel like you're adulting better than i am! 😅❤

[@HANOOKSIAD]

I don’t know if I can go another day

[@reetaskeeter2100]

I think that way too and I’m 28 now! I think it’s actually a strength if it’s used well but it can lead to anxiety too! Just try to balance yourself out and enjoy the moment but still let yourself plan ahead and think ahead. I was recently inspired by a KZbinr who said everyday plan something exciting no matter what cards you’re dealt you can still ask yourself what’s the most exciting thing you can do each day and do it. This has helped me live for each day a little more.

[@TheMissRia]

Something I wish I knew when I was younger and just moved out is when you start to overthink too much bring yourself back to the present moment 🩵 do what your heart tells you, try to stay away from too much temptation and spend loads of time in nature while you learn to control your emotions and be aware :) also never hate yourself for ANYTHING, there’s a reason you do everything and if it’s a mistake try to learn why you did it but don’t hate it it’s part of the journey :)

[@MyJourneyToBeSeizureFree]

I need to think the same about cooking! My boyfriend is always the one cooking for me except my breakfast when he’s at work! But for real I feel like every meal I try to cook for him taste awful! HELPPP 🥴

[@jessdurlo3194]

I got a crockpot in my first apartment you can make super easy meals - recommend that 10/10

[@lorigillis]

The end reminded me of your dad’s “peaks and valleys” video. Keep spreading positivity ❤️

[@naseebah5506]

Omg I can’t believe you guys could be so mean to Avia she is such a 444 Angel 😇🌻🖤

[@adrianruvalcaba3897]

She's going to help you my kitchen she says always 😢😢😢

[@blueskittle22]

Should have your mom write easy receipes for u ❤ Also we all need a good cry once in a while

[@ruqaiaalawadi3434]

This video was all over the place 😂❤ but I really enjoyed it

[@adrianruvalcaba3897]

Avia is so better than me like any other things to do about plenty of time 😊😊😅😅

[@violet18december]

Girl, drop that skincare routine, please! Your skin looks so nice!

[@BaileyHepworth-h7n]

I felt so bad seeing avia cry always remember I love you

[@iheartanonsparrow1]

I live my life unsettled as well. I hate it so much that I allow it. If you find the cure please let me know.

[@alanisdominguez4778]

I thought I was the only one to just cry like that for no reason

[@kelsey790]

This videos editing is so good

[@Kayjillypoo]

Whites in the front and blacks in the back? 🤨

[@anonymous-h4m2e]

Girl, it sounds like you were homesick 💕

[@KristinEllisonn]

gorgtastic video as always ✨

[@jdkim6829]

omg your voice sounds like your mom at 1:52

[@edendiaz]

avia!!!! you should try hello fresh!

[@rachelhope7194]

You’re moving already?

[@LouWees2010]

It's normal to have breakdowns especially when you're on your period but it's okay.... ❤❤

[@ashleyg429]

6:37 What app gives you daily quotes? I would love to have those quotes in my Lock Screen

[@MAHA-aaaaaa]

Careful don’t download it… it actually listens and watches u in a scary way. It happened to me a lot so I deleted it immediately.

[@mareyabrooks]

I LOVE THE BACKSEAT LOVERS SM OH MY GOD

[@TheRelaxedMadre]

I have 2 daughters, age 19 and 18. They need clothes !!! Could we privately buy them ?

[@k.d.0]

the roller coaster of emotions on the first day is so real

[@drewigi]

Don't worry about the breakdown and don't try to link it to anything. I had like 3 of them when I moved away and afterwards I was fine. It happens, it's normal, you got this. Sorry that so many people suck

[@sydneypirouznia2114]

BACKSEAT LOVERS !!!! they fix every problem ever ❤️❤️❤️

[@mcp_jj]

The burnt food and well done is so real 🙌

[@jess-bz5uo]

Why don’t you order hello fresh

[@oni8245]

SCREW FUTURE AVIA!! Do what you want now don't think about the future when it comes to having to fix it holes and such make it the what you want now! If it is something to make you happy or comfortable it happens now!

[@rongarrett1366]

You're as breathtakingly beautiful as your surroundings, Avia.

[@ZeeBabiee]

Girl I think you need a hello fresh or any food box subscription 😅

[@KatieSparkles]

Yesss the Divergent movies and music is so inspiring! I also listened to Run Boy Run while running on a treadmill and in a half marathon I did once.

[@jennihaynes668]

Avia's Phone: I Can Overcome Anything Avia: With Chick-fil-a

[@tinafogel3384]

It is OKAY to be emotional - we are women and we GET emotional - especially on our period. It is actually healing to cry - Just remember - you are your own Rock Star !!

[@Blah-000]

My tip for your mental struggles since you like to read is to read «No Bad Parts» by Richard Scwartz. It’s about how we all have different parts in our minds; like when you said a part of you wants to enjoy your apartment in the moment, but another part of you is thinking about the future and moving out. The book basically teaches us that all our thoughts and emotions have good intentions for us, and how to get to know all «parts» of our minds better :)

[@libbypiotrzkowski]

Why are you moving?

[@xbethbeth1]

moving out for the first time is SO hard , especially when you've moved far away from family - it's the simple things that you now have to do, that other people were doing for you before (if that makes sense!) - I've been moved out for quite a few years now and I still have these days!!

[@JessicaBozinovski]

Love you so much aves. Been watching since 2014, You bring so much joy to me just by you and your family posting videos. You are amazing, Thank you for being you. You make me feel so happy and you burst out with positivity and I can feel it too. I would die if you reply to this comment. LOVE YOU AVIA

[@HIMACx]

Hey Avia! I hope you are doing well! Although I'm older than you I like watching your videos. Yes some things you do will be "so yesterday" in a way I'm "too old" for this or that but it's all in a good way it's not a bashing or h a t i n g . Anyway...Last week my package from ...maybe I wont name it but I placed an order for coffee and coldbrew and free matcha (cuz I went over certain price) and I still need to find the best way and taste but looks like I'm a matcha girl now :) I ordered first time from Starbucks like month ago but my taste buds wasn't ready. Now when i made with my own liking its drinkable :) so yeah..I guess I wanted to gush over my taste buds change? ahha idk but I know it will be healthy balance alongside coffe that i only drink like 1-3 week if I go to night shift or I hve day off the next day. Ok Im rumbling now... greetings! xD

[@mtonjum]

Don’t be too hard on yourself! Ups and downs are definitely normal. What is crazy though is while I was drawing with your video on and I wasn’t watching the screen, you sound just like your mom! That is so cool! I have been connecting with your family on KZbin since you were just little princess tard and now you are a beautiful young woman 🫶🏻.

[@matchacolouredletters]

Everything you said about cooking is so so soo true omg i moved to residence this year for my first year of college out of highschool and i would've never thought the worst part of it all is COOKING

[@alexandrac4582]

Girl, so you asked for some advice so here I am to tell you: - In cooking, until you get comfortable enough to eye-ball it per se, follow the directions you find online/in a cookbook! This will get you comfortable with the portion size of spices and ingredients and how much of each you usually need in a recipe. Then, after doing it so much you can start making creations of your own! -Also in cooking, it takes time! Feel free to mess up, make bad meals sometimes and figuring stuff out, because eventually, you'll become a pro cook in no time and you'll master it! But without making those mistakes and failing, you'll never know what is good and what's not. So embrace the process ;). -It's completely normal to have mental breakdowns, but I'm so glad you're happy again and finding your true self. All the blessings sent your way love. And, I love your videos, never stop slaying - you rock!

[@macross5000]

ANNNNND a good morning to our little Avia manavia that is not so little anymore. :D ;) :D Edit: 05:26 Handling a great deal of negativity can wear you down. There there, Avia. Hang in there. You got this! :)

[@sammi_tie]

pure representation of how emerging adulthood is like. I've experienced the same type of emotions since graduating. Stressed from college and work and just plain missing the old days. It's always nice to sit back and appreciate what you have and how beautiful the world is ❤️