MY EXPERIENCE IN GHANA 2016 | THINGS I LEARNED

[@shidakar]

Ghana's administrative structure is this way; Country is Ghana, Capital Accra. We have regions( states in US), Districts (provinces). there are 10 regions each with its capital and in each region, there are districts. Each district also has a number of towns and villages.

[@DiscoveringNatural]

I really truly appreciate your video. I teach my kids that stuff does not make you. We are minimalist and only get stuff when we need it. It is important to appreciate each other more than stuff. Society teaches that stuff matters.. that is so contrary to what we are teaching our kids.. we teach them the people matter, your relationship to others matter... how you help people matters.

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you sis, yes you do such a great job with your girls. Society poisons our minds into thinking things that are not true. Relationships matter most. Thank you for watching. Much love!

[@retta1960]

Amen sister...things are just .....things.

[@py20]

Thank you! Great lessons. Great perspectives on life. You've definitely made this uncle so proud of our heritage. Blessings to you!

[@sharonopstbaum1023]

Going home, the first time as an adult, is often a painfully beautiful experience....sometimes life transforming even. Thanks for sharing how it made you feel! Sorry for the reason you went this trip, but wow! look how you came back with a new perspective on life in the USA and life in general.

[@ammaafriyie4352]

I haven't been back in 10 years as well...my upcoming trip will be my first as a full grown adult AND I'll be taking my 3 babies for the 1st time....I pray that they'll love it as much as I do and appreciate the gifts, blessings and love as you expressed. great video!

[@Sera2544]

Great video! Love how candid you are concerning your home country. Would love to visit Ghana & your video provided quite an insight (reminds me of my home country, Sierra Leone especially with the random blackouts). Thanks for sharing!

[@savioradas]

Hello Michelle, u are 100% right. I'm Italian and I have been to Ghana. I noticed same things. People, kids are all happy, industrious, they have nothing, but they are very happy. I was shocked to see that. I've been twice and I love it every time. I felt like a white fly, everyone was staring at me, but I did not care much. I loved your vlog very much. One Sunday I went at the Labadi beach, lot of young people, music, dancing; power went out but everyone continue to dance with no music, only drums. No one care power was out. I will visit again soon.

[@adjeiemmanuel4893]

Savio Radaelli

[@JennnSaidWhat]

First time viewer! Loved hearing about ur experience, esp as a Ghanaian American who hasn't been back in a long time (since most Ghana vlogs are from people from UK or Canada- no shade lol). Thank you for sharing :)

[@josephbaidoo3793]

great video. i believe that the way you present these points tell a whole lot about you. i have read some others say they same things about Ghana in a way that makes you want to punch them in the face. I don't think you were spinning anything. You are just so positive and sweet and genuine; and that came through very clearly in the beautiful way you told the story of your visit. thanks much, and I look forward to more videos from you.

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you so much. That's a really kind thing to say!! :)

[@blaction5231]

We are sending people to help in 2017. Some are heading out now. Thank you for this video. We love our people too much to sit back in the crib of feces and blood stained sheets called america. Admittedly - when one of our contributors made the leaders of our group aware of your channel and we heard your speak we initially assumed you may be a typical spoiled american black woman. SOOOO glad to hear you are more spiritual than superficial and it is a blessing to have been directed to your page.

[@EvaSweetMichelle]

Aww thank you for sharing your experience with us ! Ayy Ashanti Girl💕👭 I love Ghana so much !! Xx

[@sylvestergraham4921]

I took the DNA test and most of my African DNA is Ghana so I'm a very lucky guy I'll be traveling to Ghana in October.

[@melanitex1089]

You African American or Jamaican brother

[@sylvestergraham4921]

***** African American

[@mdatx2012]

Sylvester Graham Mine came back majority from Ghana as well at 23%!

[@sylvestergraham4921]

+M. L. What up Fam!!that's good!

[@stephenlarbi4608]

Sylvester Graham come home bro we love u!!

[@ShellyGhana]

i'm traveling back to Ghana in some weeks. I live in Europe .. I really know what youre talking about when u said Ghana is blessed. Even tho they don't have much. You wouldnt see them complaining or crying unless someone passed away. I look up to everyone living there and I know for sure that one day I will go back there not for Holidays but to stay there forever :) Thank u for this video! btw I also loved your Ghana vlogs! xx

[@slimflex1]

Your video is very touching. You got me in my feelings and makes me proud to be Ghanaian. Thank you for sharing your experience

[@lornawilliams2384]

What a wonderful video! It wasn't too long, in fact, I wanted to see/here more Wonderful video, and great insights.

[@Mark13091961]

You have a very wise head on you. I spent 7 weeks in Ghana last summer visiting friends and volunteering near Koforidua. I saw and experienced many of the things you spoke of. I saw people and children in our village with literally nothing ... people sitting and cooking outside mud houses in the dirt. From the rich western perspective (I'm white UK middle aged male) that takes some getting your head around. But the kids who came to our village camp were so happy ......... just so damned happy - they didn't know what they didn't have so they didn't worry about it. The villagers welcomed us and accepted us wherever we went. In the more tourist areas of Cape Coast or Accra you get people trying to sell you stuff etc but out in the suburbs of Kumasi or in Koforidua it doesn't happen. People would come up to you to chat - interested in you, and that was a pleasure I took from my visit. I have several good friends there now and I long to go back. If anyone out there reading this is considering going (whatever your motive) but is anxious, don't be, heed the medical precaution advice and go, you won't regret it. Wonderful wonderful people, wonderful country. Enjoyed your video - thank you

[@jo-mens7287]

you truly from Ghana, I appreciate your sincerity about our country

[@sean.the.survivor8730]

I will have my passport later this month. Plan to to visit Ghana one day. Thank you for this video!

[@xiyanavondereretein3175]

this video was perfect. informative and non bias. beautiful lady. beautiful spirit. you did more than club, go to the beach, and take narcissistic videos and pics. you are amazing.💜

[@marliegirl9114]

Wow! What a wonderful video! What a blessing!

[@Heyjayy-k4q]

that hair michelle!!!!! looks amazing on you!! details!!

[@344tw]

I totally agree

[@d3monsn0wkitty]

You are so sweet, and have such a beautiful positive mind. God Bless you!

[@afrakoma_a]

On my goodness, so true what you said about TIME back home! The struggle is real, my sister. I love my country but that is one of my biggest frustrations when I visit.. The pace of life is so much slower though the day starts much earlier.

[@DSLAlex4]

Thank you for sharing your fun times. We are terribly spoiled.

[@drmichelledaf]

You're most welcome. Yes, we definitely are!!!

[@MaureenHope]

A times we take a lot of things that we have for granted and not being grateful to God. Great video as always.

[@drmichelledaf]

Absolutely!! Thanks sweetie

[@Sweetness-3x]

Home sweet home. Next time a meet & greet with subbies will be welomed and we will show up!

[@marijohnson274]

Oh...my...God! Thank you so, so, so, much for making this video sistah! You remind me of myself in telling people that life is so much more simple on the other side (Africa,etc). This place (USA) is damaging us spiritually, mentally, physically, emotionally, etc.. 😖😖😖 We have to leave this place and return to the Mother Land.. You are beautiful sistah. Keep doing what you're doing and be safe! Peace ✊🏾

[@disnooga6926]

What an interesting video. Very nicely presented. And you look beautiful. 😊

[@GracefullyKaren]

This reminds me of Proverbs 22:1. A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver and gold. Rich and poor have this in common; The Lord is the Maker of them all. I like how you talked about famous people and many of them are not happy. Exactly, being content with what you have is so important. Thank you for sharing. I haven't been to Ghana in 15 years. I miss Ghana. Girl yes I love our food. Great video ✨😊

[@The4cProject]

Great video!! And baby girl at 16:55, soooo adorable! By the way, if that is your cousin sitting next to you at 16:49, she is beyond beautiful...that bouncer's comment from your vlog was totally disrespectful and unnecessary. Thanks for sharing your trip and words! Loved it! :)

[@344tw]

Great video. loving the hair and make-up.

[@njeshkymani9656]

Great video!!!Africans with time...😆😹🙈🙈The power outage ain no fun either.We r too spoiled out here in LA.Ghana is on my bucket lists and can't wait to go chk it out.Ty for sharing😜

[@drmichelledaf]

Yes we are. But we just have to remain humble and grateful. You should def go to Ghana when you can. It will be so rewarding. Thanks for watching!!

[@patriciacunningham9186]

I'm from Jamaica I can relate to what you're saying in some ways. I really like your channel so educational.

[@drmichelledaf]

Yes, I can imagine! Thank you so much for watching!

[@lisanelson7937]

Thanks so much for all the information about, Ghana I am looking for to coming there,

[@rashidaokolo2893]

You are so on point regarding money doesn't bring happiness.Love natural organic food so very important!Communial living is AWESOME!🌴🌍🌞🌙😌🌊Medase Asante Sana!🇬🇭

[@naturalbeauty_abena1230]

Kumasi, Accra and all the other states are not suburbs they are states. like New York is a state in the US. so those undeveloped areas are towns within the state of Kumasi. I'm from Ghana, and my family are from Kumasi too.

[@drmichelledaf]

Ahhh OK, thank you for sharing that

[@crisjason4081]

Kevilin Ababio Sorry, Kumasi is not a state, to be precise Kumasi is the Capital of Ashanti Region. Ashanti region being equivalence of a state

[@Ayichick]

Girl, Kumasi is not a state, is a Region......There are ten regions in Ghana and kumasi is one of them.....

[@SweetGaBrownin]

Beautiful and informative video, definitely on my travel goals list. TFS💖

[@AnastasiaEs.]

Wow!That's exactly what I thought when I felt- 1. I have a lot off stuff I want not need 2. I AM HOME! 3. They love God. 4. The food was greeaaatt! I could say so much more lol. Great video so far ! :D

[@melanitex1089]

I've heard the people in Ghana are very kind too....

[@shelterdor3087]

Preach on sis!!! You making me wanna move back home! 😫

[@nevertoooldtolearn1928]

Thanks for continuing to share ☺

[@gingerlove9085]

ghana holds the electricity for three other countries and the government doesn't want to pay extra which is why recently (2 years now) so often the light goes off

[@ttaite84]

Love the video sis! Thanks for sharing.

[@mslikenootha]

My daughter is 9 and I am ALWAYS telling her to be grateful and thankful for the things she has because there are SO MANY people that would love just to have shoes on their feet. She is an only child and she doesn't have to WANT for anything and I allow her a lot ONLY because she does extraordinary in school. I'm from Detroit but we live in Vegas every other summer she goes to Detroit to spend the summer with dad and his family she hates Detroit because she was born in Vegas, but she loves her family there. They live COMPLETELY different from how we live and she doesn't have the luxuries she's use to at home, her experiences are totally different from what she's use to because it's ALOT Of them in one house and they don't have much or do a lot but go outside or to the park but she adjusts to the environment. I told her we are not rich but I'm sure you can see the difference. When she turns ten I will be signing her up with me to volunteer at a place for homeless youth. Awesome vid 💯💯

[@mslikenootha]

+OXTONY GH I'm not surprised it's us that got it all wrong with priorities 😏

[@drmichelledaf]

That's wonderful that you work so hard to show her that although she has these things, it is a blessing and she should be grateful and also give back. You're doing a good job :)

[@mslikenootha]

+Ghana Goddess she told me Chelle she's glad chose me to be her mommy so I must be doing something right. Thank you🙊💋

[@mslikenootha]

+Ghana Goddess God☝🏾️

[@its_michaela_]

💜💜💜 I so excited about Ghana, can't wait to visit

[@TheLeeyvonne]

Great video.. I thoroughly enjoyed!

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you baby!

[@muxlimah786]

I loved ur point on how the poorer people u encountered were happy with life. Being first gen immigrants in the west I feel that we get caught up and consumed in the rat race of 'more more more'. Loved ur message! xx

[@drmichelledaf]

Yes, I know.. it's a hard thought pattern to change. Thank you so much for watching

[@YawAsafo]

You're spirit is superb, and desire an overabundance of greatness for you, young lady. I'll be in Ghana Aug 2017 to see where I desire to repatriate to.

[@NanaAshanti]

I am homesick!!!!! cool video...

[@Nita-zq5iq]

I agree with this entire video! I just did 3wks in Ghana this past month. Amazing and humbling experience. I stayed in Asikuma!!!!

[@djb8733]

did you stay with family?

[@drmichelledaf]

Wow that must have been lovely!! I hope you had fun love. Thank you for watching

[@Nita-zq5iq]

+AyyDeja_09 no I did a volunteer program! absolutely amazing experience.

[@Nita-zq5iq]

Pamela Tammi IVHQ

[@mych59]

Hi! I went to Bénin this summer and i can totally relate to everything you said but i love my 2nd country anyway!

[@imanigriffin3926]

I live in the valley the 818 plan on moving to Ghana this year never been there but home is calling me.

[@melanitex1089]

Fantastic video I have to get myself out to Ghana soon. Is there anything people can do to help contribute towards development over there?

[@latanyapalmer7252]

Thank You, For Sharing. I must go there.

[@adjoasarpong2066]

I can really relate to her cuz my family is Ashanti and Ghana is a really beautiful place and my family comes from Kumasi

[@MeMissLady]

Your such as Beautiful Sweet Soul, thank you for sharing your experience. God bless you xox

[@drmichelledaf]

That is so nice of you to say, you're most welcome!

[@terrypower3245]

I really enjoyed your video. I hope to travel to Ghana in 2019. I am a Travel Planner for promoting Travel to 15 countries in Africa and Ghana is one of them

[@albaimussa]

i miss Africa can't wait to go back

[@SoFrolushesTV]

my friend says I should visit ghana which i hope to one day. there are some historical places I would like to visit

[@drmichelledaf]

That would be awesome!

[@thenamesirrelevant2646]

Wonderful video, dang I want to go there😞

[@go4thandconquer]

Beautiful video! Thanks for sharing & continue to Go4thandconquer!!! Blessings

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you so much for watching babe!! God bless you

[@EvaSweetMichelle]

Ahh dumsor was annoying lol but you get us to it! But with a generator it's all good lool xx

[@EvangelineHTown]

You are right in your observations. There's more to being than material possessions. Most of the troubles we have in the world are the result of obsessions with power and acquisition. As Proverbs 15:16 (KJV)states: "Better is a dinner of herbs and love thereof than a fatted calf with hatred."

[@kobenalg1561]

That an amazing experience

[@lavernecoleman654]

Thank you!!!!! I'm there... 2017!!!!

[@MarysFabLife]

Thanks For sharing.. Great vid..

[@1stladyma]

thanx for sharing! So Real!

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you sweetheart for your support!

[@Chizzzyy]

Your hair is gorgeous!

[@bobbye.wright4424]

It was a great video i really enjoyed it

[@kerramotivates2967]

Houston loves you michelle!!

[@drmichelledaf]

Love you right back babe

[@ChocolateCurls317]

The food looks so good.

[@theyellowumbrella]

I loved Ghana, however Ghana has some serious issue too. Tribalism is just as hurtful as racism and the drastic gap between the rich and poor is astonishing. With that being said, the most difficult part of Ghana for me was the "house girl" in the homes and children working and begging on the streets! The people are very loving and fun, but I had a few struggles as a westerner. The time situation was quite weird, the different times were often given for one event (e.g. What time does the party start? Reply, 5:00,5:30,6:00) I saw soooo much potential for the country and hopefully my husband and I can relocate one day--the good definitely out ways the bad!!! Every person of color should visit Africa-- I promise you will won't regret it! Oh, the word abruni should be abolished!!!! Lol!

[@gingerlove9085]

yeah the house girls thoo I can't make her wash my clothes and the country has sooo much corruption with government and ppl

[@iamblessd9945]

plenty issues

[@hi.goodbye2167]

You know Ghana isn't the only country in Africa that has slang/code word for white people/strangers/foreigner right? Lol So if *Obruni would have to be abolished, then every slang/code word that means the same in all of Africa should be abolished too. 😂😩🤔😬😂

[@soursop]

Love your country I went there for my friends wedding. I also lose weight when i go home to Jamaica.

[@drmichelledaf]

Oh did you? I hope you had a great time!! And yeah I believe it.. it's such a big shift in our bodies. Not complaining though lol

[@soursop]

yes, they treat me literally like royality, very loving as you said. Ya'll could teach the world a lesson.

[@33Dkp]

Thank you for this ❤️

[@gt7923a]

Omg! I visited Ghana 10 years ago and was also amazed by how happy everyone was and how everyone LOVES God! I want to go back...

[@lamarparker1060]

That's true because I know some rich people and there the most loneliest miserable people I ve ever met love rules the world

[@AdjoaAt]

Which town (village) is your family from?

[@lovelynette9633]

You are such a wonderful person Michelle!

[@drmichelledaf]

That's such a nice thing to say, thank you

[@mariarussell1811]

Dam

[@mustaphaalhaphaze1039]

Nice one girl!!.

[@Healthygreengirl]

hey i have some Ghana in me girl! question are you near la?

[@kwameagbesi4114]

you let it out all!!

[@rashidaokolo2893]

Sis Tks 4 your realistic info about life in Ghana.U look so beautiful,why don't you wear your hair NATURAL?U don't need makeup!Medase'Asante Sana!🌴🌍🌊💞Euro christianity 😩🌊Ase Ase Ase O'

[@patiencekudeka3699]

I really love your video

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you so much baby

[@laurendziwulski4531]

My boyfriend lives in Ghana I'd love to go one day

[@Ab888ab]

Can you please tell me where you got your top?

[@drmichelledaf]

It's actually a backless romper from Forever21

[@DarnellHendeason-dk3uw]

is the realestate black owned?

[@Amy-se5ld]

Darnell Hendeason yeah

[@MaameAdwoa_]

Make up looking good sis x

[@drmichelledaf]

Thank you sweetheart

[@albertini34]

great

[@rashidaokolo2893]

Kindness is so very important! Living as local people gives a realistic experience! Medase Asante Sana!🇬🇭🌴🌍🌞🌙⭐️😌💞Sankofa!US life corruption& exploitation!Rat Race!Odabo Asante Sana!

[@josephcarlsen7780]

you look like a goddes soooo beautifulllll

[@ADOS_DSGB]

Cant stand if when people say poor people are happy! Do you think poor people are not suppose to smile and be happy at times? Im sure those poor people would be even happier with a better home and more money. And then you have a nerve to use God's game, if God takes care of them like they do you, how about you trade places with them, how about that. People use the they are happy excuse to make them feel better, how about throwing them a couple hundred bucks.

[@xxsvaxx]

Black To Grace it’s so unbelievably condescending, I hate it.

[@latifa6553]

Ghana was not always like this tho, It is our government who is corrupt and that is why we are in this condition.

[@anyanwuakua7]

Greetings, greetings, greetings my dear daughter. Akwaaba. I just love this video so much, its like you spoke from my own heart and I dont even know you. Thank you so much for sharing your heart felt spirit with us I appreciate it so much, it brought tears of joy to my eyes to hear you express the beauty and reality of Ghana. I am an African born in America by way of my Ghanaian ancestors. DNA testing says my family is from Ghana, the Ashanti tribe. I have been to Ghana and experience all that you've describe in this video. I stayed two months and one week the first time and one month the second time and I am planing on going back again to build my home there. I love Ghana, the people and the land so much. I would trade the American life any day to live in Ghana. It is so peaceful there. Please go check out my videos of my trip to Ghana on my youtube channel at anyanwuakua7 thats my youtube name and you can also see some of my work I am doing over in Ghana by going to my website www.youfoundghanarts,com I am glad to say that I am an Ghanaian by blood. May GOD bless your going in and coming out. May GOD prosper you mentally, physically, spiritually and financially, holistically. Peace and Blessings.

[@ponycoko]

Fufu yum yum

[@drmichelledaf]

:)

[@ladybeejayfrench4091]

I just love this video.

[@caracas787]

I have watched a few clips put up by people who are either expats or are children or grand children of expats.By & large yours is the most honest clip I have seen.The great majority show the Kempinski or Moevenpick hotels,Labardi beach & restaurants serving non Ghanaian food & they claim that this represents the true Ghana which as you & I both know is so far from the truth its ridiculous.I would take issue on one point & that is you state its good to see black people in power which I totally agree with.The problem is that since 1957 the economy has been driven into the ground by corruption & poor economic policies which is part of the problem with the power supply.On one hand Ghana,s favorite son was a hero in bringing Ghana to independence but his economic policies were awful.Of course he was not ousted for his handling of the economy but his fatal mistake of meddling with the military.I have traveled to other African countries mainly in the South & have had a fantastic time .My first visit to Ghana was last Christmas & yes like you I got frustrated but had a great time & plan to go back again at the end of the year.Thanks for your honest portrayal of your country & may I suggest you think of going back for good.

[@08isas]

GMT=GHANA MAN TIME 😂😂

[@edengarden3568]

Girl I am proud of you. You need to educated our black American s to set them free from the weed mentality. and crack. This will free them from homelessness and not the governemt

[@melanoidwarrior2906]

marry me

[@nanapokuah945]

Melanoid Warrior really dat nice

[@kimberlyd4170]

and, what. lol