living alone diaries: taking small steps to find my light again, matcha oatnogg & decorating my tree

[@amayadree]

Your friend is right...sit with the discomfort, learn how you can deal with it. It will make you stronger. You are young, successful at your job, you have friends, continue your therapy, do things you love and you will see life is full of seasons and you will know how to overcome it. Those moments are parts of life. You got it

[@moribo_r.a.m]

I was gonna say babe, that boy made you hate the city but you don't have to leave because of that. Create new beautiful memories in a place that reminds you of hurt at some point. One day that'll be the only thing you remember about the city, beautiful moments 🤍💐🇿🇦🤗

[@AmaniRakeia]

chile, we working through it. i'll likely stick it out through my lease, but baby i gots to get outta here lol.

[@trini.south.speaks]

a boy def made me hate and leave atlanta, but now that i'm gone i can clearly see it was him and nOt the city. now I miss it, lol!

[@Mrschillpepper]

Yeah I agree with @moribo_r.a.m you just said you have a tendency of running with things don’t do your way. It’s all about growth bookie! We love and We learn 😘

[@dadra.d]

Ik this comment was meant for her but thank u for saying that . I’ve decided to take over the apartment where I previously rented with my boyfriend and i was thinking there are so many different memories hear how can I move on and focus on me

[@dadra.d]

Thank u ❤

[@Bowing2TheAncestors]

No matter where YOU go, there YOU are. 💖

[@AmaniRakeia]

my favorite quote! ❤ thank you for the reminder :)

[@BABYXJAY]

I feel like I’m living in my future when I watch your videos. They’re so classy and luxurious which is what I’ve been manifesting for myself. Thank you so much ❤️

[@PleasantlyIntroverted]

I always love your vlogs, always aesthetically pleasing, informative, and relaxing.

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much for watching my love! i appreciate you!

[@jr9941]

Girl, your hair and hairstylist is awesome! She did that!!!! I can't wait to see my hair magician..... Nothing like a great hairstylist! ❤❤❤

[@jasminedowell4295]

Your energy was so UP in this video. Glad to see you smiling!💝💝

[@holly_kalonji]

I absolutely love your personality; your aura; your energy! So, so vibrant! Also, you've got such a beautiful smile, chiiile!🥹🫶🏾

[@janaynichelle]

The buss down middle part and the glasses look so 🔥on you

[@childlikekait]

This vlog is beautiful. Believe it or not, you still have such presence and youthful/lively energy in Atlanta that you didn’t have in LA. Sometimes people suck, but we don’t have to let them ruin everything else. Sending you love! 🫶🏾

[@tiffaniw8270]

I can relate to the moving when stuff ain't hitting like it's supposed to.

[@zintlengcolomba1189]

I love you Amani,you are a breath of fresh air ❤❤❤

[@princesswilliamsmommyof5]

Very relaxing and your hair is beautiful either way straight or curly. Thank you for sharing you look happy. Stay blessed

[@belinbevdenise]

I am a fan. Love your channel. It's relaxing and nostalgic of my younger years.

[@AmaniRakeia]

aww, thank you so so much! this was such a sweet comment! 🥹💗

[@lbacchus]

I enjoy these vlogs and eagerly wait for the next ones to go up. You film really well and have excellent taste.

[@xoxozell3507]

new subscriber here, you’re the very first youtuber in a WHILE that i’ve fully enjoying sitting through vlogs. I love the balance between the visuals and you talking to us🤌🏾

[@lexxlovelyness]

Haven’t watched in a while. Your energy is Sooooooothing

[@BABYXJAY]

Friends that pray together stay together! ❤

[@SCARSKINCARE]

Girl you make me wanna get my life all the way together. Thanks for your content. I look forward to vlogs dropping!!!

[@AmaniRakeia]

aww, this makes me so happy to hear! i keep trying to get my life together too, lolll. see you next sunday!

[@ThelifeofNoel]

I love your straight hair 😍. And girl I can relate about the thinking on leaving ATL. I’ve only been here for 30 days and I already thought about going back to FL lol. But I’m giving myself at least a year to see if I end up liking it.

[@alisonbell7438]

Hey Amani!! Love love LOVE your videos! The aesthetics, music selections, and editing is top tier! Just one small request from a new subscriber? Can you overlay your text on top of a box? I am visually impaired (and I know I’m just one person commenting but there may be others) and it’s really hard sometimes to read the text. It doesn’t take away from the video, I just listen to the music and watch you do what you’re doing lol. But I would love to read the text you took the time to include in your video. Just a thought. Keep going!! You got this!! Channel is 🔥

[@GracieKbs]

i love your vlogs, keep going sis

[@VibrantPeace]

Omg I was the same way once somebody or something makes me mad I get up and moved I had to break that cycle ! I love that peppermint matcha at the end❤️

[@NurseBabe98]

amani you are slimming downnnn baby girl I see you!! So happy to have you back on youtube ❤

[@roseleandre9353]

Hello Amani, late question, will you be doing a video about the office space, the desk setup. Would like to see a video like that? :)

[@slayedbyjordan]

Cheers to you still pushing through, and looking beautiful doing it . Loved the vlog as always ❤.

[@sanelen_]

I love your content so much, I'm such a fan. You help me relax. You have a fan all the way I. south Africa.❤❤

[@AmaniRakeia]

awww, thank you so much my love! i appreciate you 💗

[@dewanajohnson6028]

Glad that you are sticking around until your lease is up. I do believe NY is a different vibe. I like that you are going out because those 4 walls will feel like they are closing. Thats how I feel at times. Especially on the weekends. Love this vlog.

[@benaquaknight7626]

Girl, the hair style look good on you Boo, keep smiling in the vlogs 😊

[@shermaine7579]

Always excited for Sundays, when I get to watch another vlog, I love your hair, and yes when you go get your hair done it makes you feel a way❤, watching you makes me want to try out new things, I mean why not. And I understand about the moving around part, I've done my share, it's all about what makes you happy.💜💜💜

[@shopvoodoochild]

just found your channel recently and I’m so so glad 🖤

[@anavalenzuela3223]

I LOVE your hair like this. It suits you very well and I see the confidence exuding. I’m happy you saw your pattern because I didn’t want to be negative Nancy to bring it out to you. I’m happy that you are using the disappointments and converting them to BOSS moves. Do not allow these little boss dictate your happiness and decisions! You have so much potential! On another note, I was wondering what body spray you use before the gym.

[@DrRuthMwangi]

Our baby girl. Love you always 💕

[@trini.south.speaks]

happy holidays! 🎄🎄🎄

[@AmaniRakeia]

happy holidays to you too!!

[@thehumblehen]

Awww man Amani, I'm so sad you've decided to leave the city! ...but, I'm so glad to see you're feeling a bit better. BTW, loving the sherpa coat, where it is from. I've been looking high and low for a sherpa jacket with a drawcord! Also, try Orient Express in Vinings for habachi on the next go around, you'll love it! Happy holidays love!

[@JustinAviles]

Hi I’m from your tiktok live of hellllll i love your vlog you a cool lil vibe 💆🏽‍♂️

[@era.nelson5050]

Happy Sunday enjoyed another great vlog ❤

[@miyakemp106]

I love Kobe’s steakhouse and hibachi! Their daiquiri’s are amazing!

[@MindHeartBodySoul]

Love, love, love it boo.🤌🏾

[@cupoftea434]

I love love love your videos sis, so relaxingggg!

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much sis! i appreciate you! ❤

[@Alexis_Samone]

Chile that blender was cuuutteeeeeee!!!!

[@AmaniRakeia]

girrrrrl this beast health blender is everyyyything!! ❤❤❤

[@nishasmitty9345]

i love your vlogs sis keep them going 💪🏾🙏🏽🤙🏽

[@audreanaburgess8371]

New Subscriber! Your vlogs are so relaxing & inspiring 🩵

[@AmaniRakeia]

omg, thank you so much for subscribing!! i appreciate you ❤

[@crysiiheart]

I loved the gym bag ❤and didn’t see a link for it. Can you link it?

[@jadathompson9247]

Love this weeks video boo! I’m so happy you decided to stick it out until your lease ended. But not you about to leave before I get there! 🥹 you are a vibe girl, keep shinning!

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank youuuuu! let's see how long i stick it out. i'm notorious for breaking a lease, LOLLL. we'll see each other in due time boo!

[@Sierra-Nicole]

Love your videos! I need to try the oat nog.

[@AmaniRakeia]

you must! it’s so yummy ❤❤❤

[@salston7002]

vlog day! always makes me smile 😃 where is your gym bag from?

[@Ann-m9t2n]

Sooo happy you decided to stay... I'm new to you channel and I LOVE it here...💛🙏🏾💚

[@AmaniRakeia]

we'll see how long i can stick it out! New York is calling me and I keep declining. it's tiiiime! lolll. and thank you so much for being here!

[@Ann-m9t2n]

I understand fully... NY was my 2nd home throughout my childhood and I will always miss it. ATL has been my home since 1999...Give the A a fair chance

[@QueenC180]

Hiii was it clip ins in your hair at the beginning of the video? Love it! Love the new do too!

[@thatgirlct]

I’m so glad you’re spending the holidays with your mom, what I would give to spend just one more Christmas with my mom 🥹 as you continue in your journey and life events begin to happen you’ll see how important it is to have your parents present. hope you keep up posted on that. love you down per usual 🩷

[@jessicafianko]

Hiii Amani Happy Sunday 😊 I'm so happy you uploaded for us today I love love how you decorated for Christmas 🎄 👏🏾 We decorated the house already too minus the Christmas tree How was it making matcha oatnog for the first time I love egg nog 😁😅 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@AmaniRakeia]

hi beautiful!! i'm so happy you enjoyed the vlog! thank you so much for watching. i hope you love your decor for the holiday! the oat nogg was sooooo good!! i decided to go with strawberry flavor, but you can do brown, or whatever floats your boat!

[@dadra.d]

I love ur videos ❤❤❤❤

[@anodetolocs8028]

Always enjoy your vlogs. The aesthetic and commitment to self is admirable:) Where is your gym bag from if you don’t mind me asking?

[@cb4664]

Proud of you ‘Mani girl. Try to go with no expectations. ❤

[@AmaniRakeia]

aw, thank you so so much!!

[@I-Beauty01]

OKKKK bussdown middle part baddie

[@AmaniRakeia]

you seeeee ittt?!! it's giviiiiinggggg

[@Allthatmadders]

Hello!! New subbie hereeeee. I live a little outside the city but I think you should stay. I’m here by myself and I honestly love it. You will learn to love it as well. If you still can’t deal with it, pray about it and God always reveals the best option.

[@Kawaiicutiebaby]

Love the vlog ❤😊

[@MirleneFevrier]

Love your vlogs! 💚❤💚

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you babes! so happy to have you here ❤❤❤

[@dewanajohnson6028]

Your hair is beautiful. I have to try the clip-ins for the New Year. New Year New Look. You linked everything and I appreciate that but that Teddy coat at the beginning were is that from? Thanks Smooches

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much!! the clips-ins are so versatile. when i want to make my silk press last longer by putting in a bun i can always take them out and just play with my natural hair. two styles in one :) the sherpa is from Alo Yoga, but I got it like 2-3 years ago in LA and i don't think they have it in stock anymore, but i will link a similar one!

[@rubenvictorinobalderas9530]

Todo de ti es maravilloso!!!! 🌷🌷🌷

[@AmaniRakeia]

awww, you are too kind!! thank you so much!!

[@girllikecintu]

Obsessed with her videos😍

[@AmaniRakeia]

awww, you're so sweet babes!! thank you so so much 💗

[@JESUSismysavior22]

Hi I came across your video talking about healing with you and your mom. I was thinking that maybe mom didn't want you to get hurt by maybe a man in her life that she knew could hurt you, As You get older you will think about what her could have been. Give her more grace and Love. God will bless you.

[@Peaceonearthplease-lg9hb]

Your hair looks great🙂

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much! i'm obsessed with this look 💗

[@karensullivan6445]

Can you link your keyboard and the desk Matt please?

[@lindymsiza8715]

Aesthetically pleasing vlog 👌❤

[@godismyvaccine8]

Heyyy I don’t usually comment but I enjoy watching your videos 💙🙏🏽

[@manythingsmona]

Hi there! Didn’t see the cream Sherpa jacket nor the cream bag you took to the gym in your like to know it . Can you share the info?

[@AmaniRakeia]

hi my love! my apologies, the sherpa is no longer available as i got it about 2-3 years ago (still such great condition) love Alo! but i will link some similar ones in the description today. i will also link the gym bag. i loveeee it!

[@manythingsmona]

@@AmaniRakeia Thank you!! 🥴

[@theepitomeofstylez4740]

You look amazing!

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much my love!

[@Binahsol]

Can you please drop the link for the hair please ?

[@AmaniRakeia]

the clip-ins are in the description my love 💗

[@chrisjowers]

Merry Merry Merry...

[@AmaniRakeia]

chrimuhhhhhh!! 🎅🏾🤣

[@alainacommander2657]

I like the full video.😁

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you bookie!! always supporting 🥹💗

[@nishasmitty9345]

we be over here in bermuda🇧🇲🇧🇲 watching the vlogs love them...

[@AmaniRakeia]

ahh! nooo wayyyyy, i love that! thank you so much for watching bookie ❤

[@cherb3145]

You look great!

[@AmaniRakeia]

thank you so much boo! ❤

[@thatgirlct]

also, as an up and coming influencer how do you determine how much to charge for campaigns and deals?

[@user-mb9jx5tx9y]

Hair is hairinggggg okkkkk

[@AmaniRakeia]

aww, thank you babes! loving the bone straight look on me!!

[@indira2484]

Hey Amari, I got my heart broken a year ago by a man that I was in a 3-month situationship with. It has taken me an entire year to accept it: I still don’t equipped yet to say that I’m fully over it. You aren’t alone in your recovery process and I’m hopeful that both of our hearts will fully heal very, very soon.

[@Lexxulv]

So proud of you girlfriend 👏🏾👏🏾

[@Naomiworldd]

Love from Kenya ❤️

[@tiffaniw8270]

16:52 sza is that you ❤

[@Courage34]

Curious to know if you wear makeup to workout and if so, what do you wear?

[@AmaniRakeia]

yes, i do! all i wear are the Gorgio Armani Liquid Bronzer Drops and the Charlotte Tilbury Micro Setting Powder in Deep 4 ❤. Finish off with Charlotte Tilbury setting spray :)

[@arigata222]

Hey sis! Another banger. Do you edit your own videos?

[@AmaniRakeia]

hey sissy! 💗 yes, i do! one woman team and I am tireddd 😭 lol. but i love how the editing brings out more of my creativity.

[@arigata222]

@@AmaniRakeia wow!! lol yassss you do an amazing job with it babes! 🫶🏽

[@MarcieColeman]

New here love your content 😀❤

[@AlieshaNicole]

Seeing your new glasses made me think about that lady laughing at you for going all that time without getting your eyes checked 🤭

[@princesskaha]

19:50 both were cute

[@jasminefrink5412]

May I ask what you do for a living?

[@heather5933]

Love these vlogs! Also trauma response - fight, flight or freeze. Trauma can increase your emotional reactions and behavioral response. Your therapist could help you process your reactions, to allow that behavioral change. Just some thoughts!

[@theasiaware]

Love you, hate that that was your introduction to the city.. 🫶🏽 praying for you.

[@Tessasemaj]

Hey❤

[@DeborahBrempong]

What camera do you use and what app do you use to edit please.

[@AmaniRakeia]

hi boo, i always list this in the description of every vlog! vlog camera: liketk.it/4jJxh video editing software: Final Cut Pro X

[@thomasburrell9311]

☮️

[@janetmacharia2293]

❤🇰🇪

[@Daughter.of.Yahweh.]

You and all your friends talk alike same tone and all😂 I’m like who’s talkinggggg

[@Lemonpeel2021]

Girl come back to us. He didn’t make you. Merry Christmas sweetie.

[@LoveLines8]

Loving or hating a city based on a man is interesting. De-center men and your emotional state will change. A lot of times it’s not your location, it’s you.

[@AmaniRakeia]

can you please share the time stamp in where i said i hated it here? these backhanded comments really aren’t necessary for someone honestly just find their way and face their traumas head on. talk about extending grace.

[@lexxlovelyness]

16:32 you look cute

[@lexxlovelyness]

Not TEEZO, ..let me find out lol

[@lexxlovelyness]

3:40

[@lexxlovelyness]

Having sharp harsh objects exposed like your knifes on the counter might not be good for the energy flow. I’m not a reiki master or anything though lol so ya’know

[@Wonderfullymade1212]

You don’t have to try and do this Atlanta-Vlogger-Ghetto-It’s-Giving-Girl thing. It feels contrived. You will build your community by being your authentic self. You don’t have to be anyone else, they’re already taken anyway.

[@CasinoRoayle-7]

I like when she’s cleaning and cooking. Had no idea how over the top and extra she is when speaking.