I quit YouTube for a year. Here's why & what it taught me!

I'm baaaackkkk :)))
Sometimes life is a rollercoaster, and that's what this past year has been for me. I'm excited for the next chapter and really really hope that I'll succeed at giving this KZbin thing another try! Thanks for sticking around :')
Check out my favorite KZbinr, Emily Wilson: / emilyywilsonn

[@antukin.vlog1]

Welcome Back!! I missed your videos 💗

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you!!! ❤️

[@kaylaramrattan9819]

So happy you’re back! Everything you said is amazing honestly

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you, Kayla!!

[@kaylaramrattan9819]

❤️

[@addiboykin5545]

I missed you but I'm so happy you took a break to learn and grow. I'm so thankful for your channel. You inspire me so much!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- thanks so much, Addi!! I'm so happy to be making videos again 😊

[@jaimebh30]

I am so glad you are back! Congrats on graduating! I love that you have made videos authentic to you. I would like to see a day in the life in Nashville, Goodwill thrift with me and haul, and how you have grown closer to God/tips for building your relationship with God. I completely understand being overwhelmed by social media and wanting to watch people that talk about deeper meaningful topics. I think you would love Jaclyn Brooke and her new channel I think it is called Flourish about her faith in Christ and other topics related to Christianity. Jaclyn's sister-in-law has a great channel Hannah Denton about faith, fashion, and vlogs.

[@Meredithgraces]

Awesome- thank you for the video ideas! And I will definitely have to check them out :)

[@JenMorlock94]

So happy to have you back on KZbin! I've been watching your videos from the beginning and can I just say how proud I am of you?! You have grown up so much and are so down to Earth! Thank you for posting this video, I'm so excited to see what's to come!

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- that is so sweet of you. Thank you so much for the continued support and love!!! Thankful for you!

[@heymichelleb]

Welcome back! Just wanted to share a quick story with you- I started watching you before you went to college and even though I am a few years older than you, I always just liked watching your videos because we have similar ideas about life. When you posted the video that highlighted some of the illustrated faith things that you had gotten a few years ago, I started looking into bible journaling and then found the accompanying online community. This was a HUGE part in what led me back to faith and now have been able to also get my family to go to church for the first time ever. So just wanted to say thank you for coming back and thank you for being here in the first place!

[@Meredithgraces]

WOW! I have tears in my eyes. What a special story!!! Thank you so much for following along for all these years :) So so happy to hear that about you and your family. God is good!!!!

[@heymichelleb]

Meredith Edwards yes He is!!! ❤️

[@heyjasminedanielle]

Meredith! I’m so glad to see you back 🤗 I resonate with the part about being a people pleaser-it’s a struggle girl🙈. And this video was SO GOOD!! It’s easy to get caught up in the world of social media & constantly consuming content that can leave you feeling “blah” but it’s important for us to be mindful and take a break when needed. Thank you for sharing your thoughts girlie🌟

[@Meredithgraces]

awww Jasmine!! You are too sweet. Thank you for the encouragement! I have absolutely LOVED watching you thrive and spread your light through social media. Your confidence and vulnerability are so inspiring!!! ❤️

[@SophiaCFox]

Glad you are back and have such a healthy view on social media!! Thank you for this

[@michellereames1680]

Aww. I always felt like I had a very similar worldview and perspective as yours even if you hadn't said it explicitly before. It's always nice running across a humble, vulnerable, self-reflective individual on KZbin. Thankful to have you back!! I struggle a lot with social media just as a regular user too and I know the value of taking several steps back from that. Glory to God for the work He has done in you in this extended Sabbath PS - I've followed Michelle Reed for yeeears and you remind me a lot of her! She's the sweetest soul

[@malloryjane1963]

So happy that you are back and that you have found a new trust in yourself. Can’t wait to see how this channel evolves.

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much, Mallory!!

[@yenniferdlarosa]

Welcome back Mere!

[@Meredithgraces]

thank you!!! ❤️

[@katecacopardo3087]

personally, I think you should do a video about your experience as a TT leader 😉😂 welcome back, so excited for you!! ❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Hahaha just for you, Kate!! 😉 Thank you - love you!!

[@katecacopardo3087]

@@Meredithgraces Love you too!!

[@addiedavis2518]

Love!! I just wish you would have left the old videos up- they were so cute, and I enjoyed watching them!

[@kathleennicole3891]

So happy to have you back

[@laceyweller3011]

Love you so much & so proud of you!! Miss you tons💗

[@Meredithgraces]

LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!!

[@hannahspurlock3656]

Omg! I met you at CMAFest, and I’m so glad you decided to come back. ❤️❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Hannah Spurlock aww I’m so glad we got to meet and that you said hi!!! that definitely was a factor in me wanting to post videos again 😊

[@MissHappyNarwhal]

I have really enjoyed your videos. I particularly enjoyed this one! You show such humility when sharing about your life. Excited to see how God will continue to use you.

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much!!

[@bridgettehegarty7042]

What a brave thing it is to share your story. I admire your honesty and willingness to share your thoughts. You keep doing what you love and the right people and opportunities will come your way. Glad you are back!

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- thank you, Bridgette!!! I appreciate that so much ❤️❤️

[@audste-9547]

I’m glad you came back, I ran into your vids when checking out Belmont, and with your video I think I want to commit to Belmont. Love your videos

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- so glad to hear that! It's a great place that has definitely helped shape me into the person I am today. Thinking about posting another video about my overall experience there!

[@janeellendial1604]

So excited you’re back!!!!

[@oliviajefferson134]

OMG MERE YOUR BACK I MISSED YOU AND YOUR VIDEOS I WOULD WATCH A 30 MIN VIDEO I NEED YOUR SOUTHERN CHARM BACK IN MY LIFE CONGRATULATIONS ON GRADUATING 💜💜💜💜🥳 SELF AWARENESS IS A BIG THING IN LIFE AND SOMETIMES IT REQUIRES A JOURNEY LESS TRAVELED BY OTHERS

[@Meredithgraces]

awwww this comment just made my day! Thank you Olivia! I'm so happy to be back 💜💜

[@SaPipers]

She's back! I'm so glad you're well and most importantly still with the Lord which is how I stumbled across your channel in the 1st place, journalling. There's only 2 people whose channels I watch yours and Nicola Benedetti the famous violinist. Great to see you Meredith!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you!!

[@emilyh6163]

Welcome back Meredith! I am so excited to see where your channel goes and how God uses this opportunity! 💗

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much!!! 💗

[@jessicaoliver773]

I’m happy to see your smiling face. What great things you’ve learned in the past year. Hugs!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you, Jessica!! ❤️

[@EmmaGraceO]

I’m so glad you are back!!! I loved watching your videos because you always felt so real and I’m so excited you are going to posting again!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you for sticking around!!

[@Southern_Sheila]

I would love to see you do some devotional videos, I may be 57 years young, but I love Bible studies, I think you would make a difference to young woman, or in my case older woman, your love for the Lord really shines. I am so glad your back.

[@Meredithgraces]

I love that idea! And thank you :)

[@Southern_Sheila]

Oh your so welcome.

[@theawkwardshortgirl]

I knew I stuck around for a reason!! happy you're posting again from one alabama gal to another xxxx

[@Meredithgraces]

aww- thank you so much Rachel!!

[@LovelyDancer92]

Welcome back!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

thank you!!! ❤️

[@nevermind796]

I've been waiting for this video for so long 😊

[@Meredithgraces]

aww! that makes me so happy to hear :) thank you for being patient!! ❤️

[@taranicoleg]

Glad you're back! You're definitely a light in the KZbin community and God is working in you in so many ways!

[@Meredithgraces]

aw!!! that is so kind of you - thank you!

[@EmilysLifeOnWheels]

Please post more faith / advice videos 💛

[@Meredithgraces]

For sure coming soon 😊

[@JavierRomero-bf7tz]

I've been a subscriber of yours for a while now because I knew you were a Christian. I've tried watching some of your videos hoping you would create more Christian content. I'm so happy the Lord has spoken to you. From this video alone I could see that you are not the same person you were even a year ago. You sound like a daughter of Christ. We appreciate you and your channel!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much!

[@baileegivens5327]

I missed you so much! I’m so excited that you’re coming back and I’m so happy you’re getting a break for a while. I agree that social media can definitely take over your life!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you, Bailee!! Yes, it can be exhausting. Everyone needs a break from it now and then!

[@Victoria-pj2nd]

I’m so happy you are back !! I missed your videos 💕

[@Meredithgraces]

Victoria I’m so happy to be back!!

[@mirabix1141]

Yes! We need a voice to contradict the all-about-me consumerism

[@leslya1683]

OH MY GOSH! You’re back!!! I was honestly so worried but I’m glad you took time off for yourself. Can’t wait for new videos! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you, Lesly!!

[@dibbyboo111]

So happy to see this!!

[@hannahmckay2850]

I thought you had died, SO GLAD YOUR BACK we missed you

[@Meredithgraces]

hahaha nope- still very much alive!!! I missed y'all too!

[@taraleasure]

I've never clicked so fast on a video. I've been waiting (as many others have I'm sure) sooo long for you to come back. So happy to see your face and hear your voice again.

[@Meredithgraces]

😭 that's so so sweet. Thank you for being patient and understanding!!! ❤️

[@katywest]

MEREDITH!!!! I'm SO happy you are back and I totally get you with the whole social media thing. I've had to delete instagram a few times in the past year because it was too much (it just sucks ALL of your time away). I can't wait to see where God takes you in the future!

[@Meredithgraces]

THANK YOU KATY!!! You're so sweet. So thankful for you! ❤️

[@alyssaburke9124]

Welcome back! This video was exactly what I needed to hear. It’s funny how God uses the simple things in life to speak to someone :)

[@Meredithgraces]

So glad to hear that!! ❤️

[@maggiedarnell6458]

Welcome back! I love the new refreshes you and you seem so happy and revived! Happy to see this video and you again

[@lyndseyclarke4518]

I’m so glad you’re back!!

[@maryholterman8013]

Yess! Emily Wilson is my fav!!

[@katelyndrain2618]

So good to see your face again!! Congrats on graduating! New seasons and growth are scary and uncomfortable but we’re not meant to stay in our comfort zone. When you talk about faith, it is so obvious that it’s real and authentic and that you find true joy and peace from it. Thank you for being you and for being real!

[@Meredithgraces]

TRUE about the comfort zone thing!!! And thank you so much ❤️

[@laurabethnichols529]

Oh my goodness I couldn’t be more excited to see your face!! 💗💗

[@Meredithgraces]

Laura Beth Nichols oh my goodness! That is so sweet!! 💗

[@marymargaretlove3403]

So glad you're back! You always inspired me. P.S. just discovered Emily Wilson this past summer and so glad I did!

[@maddiekaetterhenry6373]

I've literally been checking your YT channel off and on the past year hoping that I would see a new video from you, the last time being this morning. I've missed you! Welcome back, lovely(:

[@Meredithgraces]

Madison Hull NO WAY!!! That is so sweet. Thank you for being so patient and sticking around :’)

[@angelamosca1218]

That's so funny, I was just thinking about you the other day!! I'm so glad you're back :) I love how you so openly share your faith - it's so encouraging and inspiring. So excited to see whatever you put out next!

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- haha what a coincidence! Thank you for watching!!! ❤️

[@titaniclover9396]

Omg merideth!! I missed you! Glad to see you back! I’ve been watching your old vids and oh my gosh you look so grown up now! :)

[@Meredithgraces]

TitanicLover93 aww haha thank you! Yes- a lot has changed 😂

[@mlmj1994]

Congratulations on your graduation! Post whatever you want! It’s great that you’ve grown and learned from your YT experience. Emily’s channel is awesome!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thanks so much, Marissa!

[@Powerpuffin1]

Glad you're back! If you let the Lord lead you I'm sure you'll find your way, on this channel and in the rest of your life :) I look forward to seeing more videos from you

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much!

[@paper_pirate]

Just a tiny request: college reflections/advice vid! As someone going into college next year, I would be so interested in soaking up all your wisdom. Excited to see how God's plan will work on this channel. Will keep you in my prayers.

[@Meredithgraces]

FOR SURE coming soon! I have so many thoughts & lots of advice!!

[@jennaroxs12]

I’m so happy you’re back! You’re my favorite KZbinr, and I can’t wait for all of the new content! Yay!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Jenna 😭😭 thank you!!

[@MsLillie2011]

Ahhhh, I missed you so much 😍❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

aww! I missed you too!!!

[@hannahashton]

i love this video! saw raw and real. i am so happy you were there at Belmont my freshman year but happy I get another year with you in nashville!! ❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

You're the best, Hannah! It was a joy being there with ya for the year, but yes- so many fun times ahead too :) Can't wait to watch you continue to do amazing things!!

[@ashleyelainedavis]

Love love love this!!! & I 100% get everything you said about social media. I feel the same way! & Congrats on graduating!! I’ve watched you from the start & and excited to see your next chapter of God’s plan unfold!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Ashley you're too sweet! Thank you so much ❤️

[@gagekitts4530]

Love your videos so glad you back would love to just see a day in your average every day life now since you graduated

[@maddieflores5121]

You are radiating joy! Missed you!!

[@Meredithgraces]

aw thank you, Maddie!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

I missed yall too :)

[@emerygray6585]

So happy you are back! When your video popped up in my subscription box it made me smile:)

[@Meredithgraces]

Emery Gray it makes ME smile to hear that :)

[@camrynsmith8989]

can you please do more devotional type videos? i love the connections you make to life and god. you explain it very well. i would definitely watch them all! love you and so glad you’re back!♥️

[@Meredithgraces]

For sure :) Thank you, Camryn! ❤️

[@liv.nichole]

Meredith, I’m so happy you’re back and to know you’re doing well. I’m so excited for your new content!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much, Olivia!! I'm excited too :)

[@titaniclover9396]

Why’d you take down your old vids!? Can you please repost them?? You don’t know how happy they make me to rewatch them! Even your old vlogmas vids I still watch now! :)

[@Meredithgraces]

Aww!! Haha there were just some super old & embarrassing ones that the world no longer needed to see 😂

[@titaniclover9396]

@@Meredithgraces i did not think they were embarrassing at all! :) they made me happy watching them.

[@titaniclover9396]

@@Meredithgraces I hope you don't think its weird that i still watched your old vlogmas vids. I just found them when I was going through a rough time and they really helped calm me. So when I feel stressed out I go watch those vids and it gives me a sense of peace. You can tell when someone has Jesus in their heart and they wanna share it with the world. I felt that with you even before I knew you were a follower of Jesus :)

[@sastridiahayu]

Glad you are back to KZbin now. I always wait for your update. I hope you are happy with thing you're doing now 💜

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you!!

[@wichaluiiisa]

I’m so happy to see you back! I found your video looking for bible journal! You actually got me very interested and I bought the ESV version you mentioned.🤗

[@Meredithgraces]

Luisa Acosta aww I love hearing that- so glad you liked that vid!!

[@dashacrawford4951]

Mere bear!!!!!!!! I’m so happy to see you again, congratulations on graduation!! I’m so excited to see your pretty face again. I love you Mere.

[@Meredithgraces]

D'Asha Crawford you are too sweet!! Thank you so so much

[@BreeezySmiles]

I'm so happy that you're back! However, I'm glad you took time to focus on yourself. You are so wise Meredith! Can't wait to see where things go from here! :)

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you so much, Brianna! And thanks for sticking around 😊

[@madelinesauls9190]

YAY glad you’re back💗💗 I totally love and agree with everything you said, thank u!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Madeline Sauls thank YOU, sweet Madeline, for sticking around for so many years!!

[@madelinesauls9190]

Meredith Edwards you’ve been one of my role models for a while now so thank you for all you do and will continue to do 💗😘

[@melindamonger7683]

This made me so excited to see you back!!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Aww! So glad to hear that!!

[@oliviaporcello7804]

Yay Meredith!!! ❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Thanks, Olivia!! And CONGRATS!!!

[@lisahubbard5935]

Glad to see you are doing well! If you want some inspiration, go to Lincoln City Church’s KZbin channel and watch Sarah’s talk called “Be Brave”. I think you will love it. Also, their family channel is Our Tribe of Many.

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you for the recommendation! I will definitely check that out :)

[@madisonvilhauer8654]

This was so spot on. I can see so much growth in you. Happy to have you back on YT!

[@Meredithgraces]

Wow- thank you, Maddy!! ❤️

[@lilsouthernme]

Everyone deserves a break from social media. Glad you're back.

[@Hayleyivette]

So glad to see you back posting! Loved this message!

[@eleanoruden]

Hey you’re back! I’m so happy🌻❤️

[@Meredithgraces]

Thank you, Ellie!!!!

[@nicolewood]

Happy to see you again!! Praying for you & your future. Looking forward to seeing you post on here, no matter what it is, I’m always a fan of yours!! Welcome back! 😊

[@Meredithgraces]

That is the nicest thing anyone could say - thank you so much, Nicole :)

[@hannahmiles]

Omg I missed u so much

[@Meredithgraces]

I missed yall toooo!!

[@dreamtraveldisney]

Excited to see you back and can’t wait to see what’s to come on your channel!

[@hannahheartsbooks6]

I love that Ben Rector lyric! Glad to see you back!

[@adelaidedegweck2438]

I don’t know if you remember me but, I’m the little girl Adelaide you used to babysit and I used to be your neighbor! So excited to watch your new content!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Aww Adelaide! How could I ever forget you?!! You’re too sweet. I miss you!!!

[@adelaidedegweck2438]

I miss you too!!!!

[@JJBama94]

Ahhh so excited when I saw this video!! Love this message, and LOVE Emily’s videos, so good!!♥️

[@Meredithgraces]

JJBama94 she’s the best!!

[@MarisaProntaut]

Heyyyy girl, so happy you’re back 💞

[@titaniclover9396]

Maybe send them to my email if you don’t wanna repost them? You might think this is so weird, but those vids gave me a sense of comfort when I watch them. You just have this sweet God loving spirit about you merideth. You are so inspiring!

[@katelynnmassey3303]

So glad you are back! You are amazing! I can't wait to see how God works through your channel!

[@Meredithgraces]

Katelynn Hogan 💗💗💗

[@kelseyrylatt9249]

Ahhh! So excited for this video!

[@ashlyndickey6707]

Glad you are back! I am back at home for the summer and got out of the habit of spending time with god. Just yesterday, I was thinking about how many people I follow on social media have really influenced my faith and how much I have learned from them. I was thinking how I wanted to follow more like these people and then today you posted this. I think this opportunity has come at a great time not only for you but so many others!

[@aalexisdaniellee]

I’m excited for you to be back !! I needed to hear “the teacher is always quite during the test”!! I’m currently going through my 1st heart break at 22 and I was just asking God why can’t I hear you.... Who would have thought

[@Meredithgraces]

Alexis Danielle I’m so sorry to hear you’re going through that :( You deserve to be with someone who makes your heart soar!!! And yes - it may seem like God is silent but that’s because he’s listening!! 💗

[@RowanMarie1544]

so glad you posted this! would love to see any content you genuinely feel good posting!!

[@Alexa_Spencer]

Glad you’re doing well it’s been a while since I’ve seen anything from here.

[@brittanys7565]

So excited you are back 😊

[@rileighsmith7456]

So glad you’re back! The Lord is working through you in ways you aren’t even aware of. You have such a beautiful heart!

[@Meredithgraces]

Rileigh Smith thank you, sweet Rileigh 💗

[@123therandomusername]

Thank you for posting and being real with us:) Let Him work and speak through you. Looking forward to your new videos!!

[@Meredithgraces]

Thalia Gonzalez thank you!! That’s definitely what I’m trying to do. Not always easy but patience is key!!

[@malisehargrove8971]

Welcome back! I remember I found you because of your faith-based videos!

[@CatonElizabeth]

omg!! so excited to see what comes! this platform needs more people spreading the light of Jesus!! so glad it’s you!!

[@kayladillerzopp]

Welcome back! I would love to see more faith based videos from you. 💕

[@queen__karina]

Wow!! So excited to see your videos again 😁 I have been watching some of your old dorm tours and college essential videos. ❤ But breaks are always good! :-)

[@shavonnejones2382]

I am so beyond happy you’re back! Glad to know everything has been going well for you!

[@Meredithgraces]

Shavonne Jones thank you so much!!

[@malisehargrove8971]

I needed to hear this so bad!!!!!

[@SweetMisery01]

Me too, thanks for posting this video!

[@marissabergeron6127]

I like Emily Wilson too. But I also watch people like Trisha Paytas. I need to cut some people off my watch list. Thank you for the positivity you bring to your channel.

[@Candicedickinsonllc]

Marissa Bergeron life is all about moderation and thinking for yourself . You can wash Trish and learn to be true to yourself . That’s a true sign of maturity

[@Ginnybellebeauty]

Its so so refreshing hearing you talk about God so normally and comfortably. Trust in God takes you farther than anything else. Nice to see a video from you again :)

[@Meredithgraces]

Ginnybellebeauty thank you! Sometimes it can definitely be hard to talk about amidst a wide array of opinions and controversies online, but hey- that’s what we’re called to do!