New Years Goals & Reflections | January 2021

[@arielsky58]

I love your channel, Jen, and have watched you for years. Love your personality and ramblings (I mean that in a good way!) - you have great talent in speaking, filming, editing, vlogging, promoting, encouraging, etc. please please please don’t take this the wrong way - I’m just sooooooo confused and I truly want to understand. I’m all about learning and growing and this is why I even bring this up - you’ve talked about feeling societal pressures, feeling caged, and that the world didn’t love you for who you are. You have presented yourself as a person who has been surrounded by love for at least 10 years. More love and acceptance than most people experience in a lifetime: Two loving parents, 2 loving in laws, a doting committed generous loving (ex) husband who supported your hobbies, interests and KZbin career, 2 beautiful loving kids, supportive friends, siblings, extended family, and your loyal viewers who have shown you love and generosity over the years. You’ve also been graced with freedom to explore your hobbies and interests, time to devote to your health and well being, a college education, travel opportunities, and lots of time. Who has made you feel repressed/inauthentic, unloved/unworthy? What societal pressures influenced your life choices that brought you discontent? I don’t mean to sound ignorant or dumb, but I really don’t know what you mean. When I look at your videos post divorce I see the same lifestyle and life choices you made as a married woman. In fact, you wish to marry again and seek another nuclear family. Your life choices appear the same as when you were married - same hobbies, same interest in exercise and health, same devotion to family, very similar house and decorating style, same car, same style/aesthetic in clothing and hair, - I’m just not seeing how you were not allowed to be yourself pre divorce when you seem like the same person post divorce. As a viewer, I’m not seeing the change you keep referring to. Does this make sense? You seem like the same person just divorced. Same lifestyle, same life choices, same interests, same friends and family, same passions, - HOW DO YOU FEEL TRANSFORMED? And what societal pressures? You seemed to be able to follow your dreams with the support of loved ones and the time and means to do so, so who exactly did you feel pressured to be? What did you feel pressured to do? Again, you continue to be the Jen we’ve known for years living the same lifestyle and making the same life choices. I’m not seeing a woman who was repressed or limited at all. You come from a family of successful independent women and have surrounded yourself with educated family and friends. You have had every opportunity to follow whatever path in life you wanted to take - Don stated many times in videos how he was fine with you working or staying home. Who or where did you feel this pressure to be someone you weren’t/aren’t? And again, you continue to live the life you’ve been showing us for years so I just don’t see how you’ve changed or “found yourself”. I’m not seeing how you were forced or pressured into being someone you’re not. I hope you’ll elaborate as it’s an important discussion that should be talked about. And yes, of course there are societal expectations put on people, but I just don’t understand what you mean when you relay the impact such expectations have had on you. You’ve always seemed to embrace yourself and have chosen to “do you” - your family has always embraced and supported you and your interests - your viewers have shown you loyal support for 10 years. How have you changed? How has divorce changed you? Who did you think you were supposed to be and who are you in contrast to that image? What pressures do you feel society puts on women? What pressure do you put on yourself? Let’s rip off the bandaid and discuss these topics as they relate to all women and ourselves. I wouldn’t have brought this up here if it weren’t for your repeated mentioning of feeling societal pressures on your social media. Please oh please elaborate.

[@arielsky58]

I am not trolling and hope others don’t see my post as trolling. My post was rambling - it was late and replying on an iPad is visually challenging for editing purposes. A point I was trying to make that may have gotten lost is that, it seems Jen may not realize she’s not communicating her thoughts effectively when she brings up feeling societal pressures and not being able to be herself for years - Not feeling like her former house was her own when she spent 10 years talking about how much she loved it and how she had complete control of decorating it as Don wasn’t interested in interior design. She shares personal feelings and observations, but then doesn’t elaborate on what exactly she means to her viewers. And we are left with thoughts of WHAT.???? Where did THAT come from. Jen has a lot on her plate and likely doesn’t understand there are huge gaps in her narrative that confuse people like me. My hope is she will read my post and fill in the gaps. Support declarations with details. Elaborate. To be clear, I am in no way criticizing or judging Jen for her life choices. We are all trying to figure this life thing out. Jen has inspired me over the years to cook, organize, and exercise and I’ve loved traveling vicariously through her. I enjoy discourse especially on the meaningful topics Jen references. I’d love an entire video on the societal expectations Jen refers to. If anything, Jen seems like a woman who has consistently marched to her own beat and ignored societal pressures. She’s always done what she wants, enjoyed life. She never followed fashion trends, she doesn’t feel the need to wear make up or be someone she’s not. She started her own career and has always made her own rules and standards with regard to her content. She has never been afraid to define herself or set boundaries. At least that what her message has been on SM. I don’t see these as characteristics of someone being controlled by society or people in her life.

[@arielsky58]

I don’t doubt Jen has made changes, but she hasn’t shared what those changes are. She’s always chosen herself first. She’s always been gentle with herself. She’s always modeled appreciating the magic. She’s always had the freedom to be herself. She’s always exercised. What exactly was she missing out on that she repeatedly references? I suppose it doesn’t really matter. It would be nice if we could openly dialogue about such issues, but that may not be her intention. If that’s the case though, it might be best not to bring such things up if there is no intention to openly share. Being vague creates frustration and confusion.

[@jennellebailey]

@@arielsky58 Absolutely agree with you here. She said she woke the F up in 2020 but did she really? I truly don’t think she has a grasp on how average women live.

[@Nina-dp3gx]

Oh my god ! I wanted to write and ask exactly the same ! Didn’t find the time...I have been a subscriber for the past 10 years and as confused as you !

[@magsrowe3651]

This is so spot on. Very confusing as a viewer. It appears as though nothing has changed, she’s still doing exactly what she was doing well before even having children (ie. spending all day working out at home, focused on what’s she’s eating and tons of self care and alone time). I always thought she was so lucky to have Don be ok with someone doing so little, but wonderful that they found each other. The whole thing is so confusing.

[@EmilySensei]

I, too, would really, really like to see Jen direct more of her energy out into the world, beyond the four walls of her home, her head, and her planners/scrapbooks. How about joining the PTA at your child's school? Adopting a classroom? I spend a lot of time alone, but one thing that's brought me great joy this year is getting involved in my neighborhood association and becoming a steward of our local public park. I help organize volunteers for park improvements and this spring we're building a butterfly garden! Pandemic-friendly distanced activism. How about becoming a Little Free Library steward? Your family also seems to do a lot for the arts--why not join a committee at the Chicago Opera or Ballet? Or Black Tie Dinner, a fundraising organization for the LGBTQ community you already support? There are SO MANY THINGS you could do, and many of these top-of-my-head suggestions are really fun, even a little glamorous! I do agree with others that as a very long-time viewer, your content fundamentally has not changed in 10 years. The walls behind you change from beige to gray, but it's yet another year of constant rumination, solitary workout challenges, being gentle with yourself, self-critical analysis, buying stuff, and feeling your feelings. I recognize that KZbin is your primary money-making venture, so I wanted to chime in as part of the viewership that is growing impatient with the circuitous nature of your content. I'm not rejecting your current content. I'm simply suggesting you diversify.

[@jennellebailey]

Loved this!

[@carolyndegiuseppe4194]

@@chelseae.7063 you could unfollow

[@carolyndegiuseppe4194]

@@chelseae.7063 or you could just let people live and move on. You’re right there is so much you could do

[@Paula-xp7ve]

Or you could just not watch if you don’t like her content! I stay at home 100% of the time! So what?

[@Paula-xp7ve]

Hey Frustrated Friday maybe you should get your own Chanel and let Jen do her likes she wants to do it!

[@ChristineBeeeeee]

You could get a job. That’s a great way to not only make money but to meet people/make friends. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and help OTHERS who are less fortunate.

[@leewhitaker538]

~ And a great way to meet a guy. 😉

[@patbeld9135]

She already has a job as a you tuber. Lets not diminish that.

[@alisondavis6620]

Have you considered getting a part time job outside the house, or volunteering? Living inside your own head can be detrimental.

[@judimoss3250]

Edgar Allen Poe said .... I remained too much inside my own head and ended up losing my mind....or very similar.

[@Paula-xp7ve]

She seems very ok with her life

[@littlestars7064]

Why on earth would someone who has the luxury of working from home go out and get a job... in the middle of a pandemic!? Jen is living the dream, just be happy for her. Geeze, that's just horrible advice, I had to comment, lol.

[@Paula-xp7ve]

@@cristalee3448 We have another baker in the house...busted

[@bklyndreamer1536]

I like your videos, but surely there is no comparison between jail, prison and divorce. The reality in divorce is the person you loved has decided to make another choice or vis versa. It is the ego that replaces love as people begin to think “I” verse “we” and you are no longer a factor in the future on a one to one level. This resembles Death to lose the physical presence of the one you once thought would be “your forever” but the freedom to make choices by force or will become yours and you choice to go up or not, not so much so in the prison system that is set up to create havoc and demolish the free mind...be blessed in your new year.

[@magsrowe3651]

I would love if you expanded on some of this in a video. Honestly this seems a bit like just repeating some of Glennon Doyle’s messaging but would sure love to hear more specifics and understand better what has changed.

[@offtomilan]

Wow, TOTALLY AGREE. Ali Berry took the words right out of my mouth! This is exactly what I have been thinking for the PAST YEAR! JEN, You totally seem like the SAME person, just divorced. Your life choices appear the same as when you were married, just not seeing how you were not allowed to be yourself pre divorce when you seem like the same person post divorce. HOW DO YOU FEEL TRANSFORMED?!?! And exactly what societal pressures? so who exactly did you feel pressured to be? What did you feel pressured to do? I hope you’ll elaborate as it’s an important discussion that should be talked about if you truly are transparent.

[@DetroitScrappingDiva]

If you can not see how much she has changed you clearly have not been paying attention. While at her core she is still the same kind and generous person she has always been, her growth is very evident. I suggest if you really want clarification, you should rewatch her videos beginnig in year one of her time on YT. I believe that you are looking and superficial and surface things and are not actually observing her behavior. This Jen is far more confident and sure of herself and she is far more grounded.

[@xoxoJakari]

You realize she doesn’t owe YOU anything. You are on her basically DEMANDING that she open up about all the pressures of marriage. She has grown and changed so much (I’ve been watching her since 2011) and the person she is now is so different than who she was with Don. Of course she is still her core authentic self but if you look below the surface, the differences in her now are very obvious. The conversation you are demanding from her is not something she needs to, or honestly should be putting on KZbin because there will just be people like you trying to pick her life apart

[@esmereldapinchon1422]

Responding to the Instagram post about criticism. I’m so sorry you are feeling down. I think everyone really is having a hard time with the pandemic and all of the ways it has changed our lives. I’ve been watching you for years now and what I notice is that this channel has become more of a personal outlet or inner exploration than a channel devoted to cooking or organizing or any of the topics you’ve covered in the past. I think the problem with commodifying your inner life, you end up with not just one or two or a handful of trusted people in dialogue with you about your innermost feelings and experiences (which is what most people do, keep private things private), you have thousands of people interacting with you about sensitive topics. You talk to the camera as if it is a best, trusted friend but that is an illusion. It’s public. Some might say you’re not giving yourself appropriate boundaries. You’re inviting the public into very private thoughts and moments. People with strong boundaries themselves may say, “This person is sharing way too much, I feel uncomfortable.” People who themselves have boundary issues (Alanon, anyone?) will feel strongly drawn, want to help, be protective of you, want to comment or know more than was shared, or even sternly correct. Please if you have a therapist, please bring this to that person. I agree with people suggesting you turn off the comments if they affect you. I also think some kind of outside job or volunteer activity not tied to introspection would be a good idea.

[@SillyMando2008]

Seems this video left most of us with many questions

[@DragonWarriorMama]

Ok...not at all trying to be disrespectful honestly. But comparing jail and divorce just doesn't set right with me. Yes its difficult but I thought you said you felt caged in your previous years, which includes marriage years? Can you please explain? It doesn't make sense to me right now. Maybe I'm misunderstanding what you're saying, I'm sorry but I would love if you would elaborate

[@SavannahHoskins]

I think she was saying that she had heard people say that divorce was worse for them than jail, on an emotional level. Of course, that is one person's personal experience and every experience is different. But, if I understood her correctly, she was just sharing what she had heard. I'm not sure she was actually saying divorce was the same as incarceration.

[@DragonWarriorMama]

@@SavannahHoskins I would hope not but thats how it sounds. Im just so confused on what the truth is here, and i would love some clarification

[@xoxoJakari]

She literally said that people that have experienced both prison and divorce were the ones that compared it. It may be a hard truth to swallow but if you have not experienced both then you can’t really comment on the credibility of it. Divorce can be such a draining process, and maybe those individuals are saying that the emotional toll of prison was easier to handle than divorce

[@DragonWarriorMama]

@@xoxoJakari it just doesn't set right with me

[@MountainGirl224]

It sounds like, from this, you are just coasting through life and not creating a life. Like you're a passive participant in life, letting stuff come at you. You have so much financial freedom, time freedom, to do pretty much anything you want to do. And instead you choose to just remain the same. And yet you rewrite the history that you have documented on video, claiming you have been holding your breath for years, so either you were completely inauthentic in years and years of videos, or you're in revisionist history. It's baffling. For someone who claims you're "really living" now, it isn't coming through in the videos at all. You've seemed incredibly depressed and like you've been doing NOT much living in the past year, particularly as compared to when you were married. This video is a whole lot of words but they don't seem to MEAN a whole lot. There doesn't seem to be much in the way of goals. You say you have hope in the good, but no goal to MAKE some good. You say you are trusting yourself, but what are you trusting yourself to DO? What didn't you trust from yourself before? It's just none of these things make any sense, and it's tough to watch someone who seemed to be so sure and comfortable in herself, now claim that she wasn't, with no explanation, and then proceed to use a lot of vague terms without clear goals or direction. I don't know, I just don't get it, and it's hard to watch because it seems like you need help to stop being stagnant and to set goals and work to achieve them, and you're not seeking out that help.

[@kara2162]

Please get a job outside of your home, volunteer outside of your home..even for just a few hours a week. It will do a world of good to shift this energy of self reflection to an outside purpose. Too much time in a cushy cacoon would make anyone over analyze.

[@eunderwood8049]

Hi Jen! I also had 2 kids in 2 years who just turned 9 and 10 so I feel like we have some stage of life similarities. I love how you broke down the categories of your goals for the year so thoroughly but will there be a second video sharing your actual goals or is that more private information? I do work outside the home and although it is not necessary for me financially I have found that as someone with not a ton of girlfriends it helps me tremendously to have the day to day interaction with others. Working with others also helps me to see other points of view and a pride in contributing to something bigger than myself. I feel like your discussions of self love and being gentle over the past couple of years are so heartfelt but as much as you have been focusing on this area it makes me wonder if you are trying to convince your viewers or yourself that you are happy? I couldn't imagine being in my late 30's (as I am ) and feeling stagnant in my day to day routine that will continue with little change for decades and that has to be a little depressing. Have you considered taking a job outside of the home or volunteering? I know how introverted you are - maybe fostering animals? It takes someone with a true sincere heart like yourself but it gives a sense of responsibility and would generate some interaction with other adults but it wouldn't be so much that it is overwhelming. Excited to hopefully see the follow up to this video and see what you are working towards this year!

[@ash06101985]

Jen I know you don’t re-watch your old videos, but would you consider filming videos of you reacting to your old MHWL content? It would make for great videos, would no doubt earn a lot of views, and I genuinely think it would be a great opportunity for you to truly reflect and grow.

[@MaddyLVlog]

This is a fantastic idea and a great way to continue to promote helpful advice, tips and tricks!

[@Paula-xp7ve]

I agree....a crazy week! My first marriage lasted 9 years and produced 3 kids (2 living) and getting that divorce was good. But I never wanted to marry again. I lived with my late husband for 17 years to make sure he was the right one! LOL THEN WE HAD 18 more years together before he died and he was my soulmate! Your soulmate will find you. I have faith

[@ItsmeMichelleLee]

Can you do a more detailed video on this bullet journal design & setup, and why you lay it out the way you do?

[@eshawk2059]

Jen I’m so sorry you’ve been through such a difficult time. I love your channel and please know there are a lot of us who love your channel and love you. Reading the comments made me very sad. I’ve been watching all your videos and I’m so happy/ motivated/ inspired by your content. Those who don’t like or are highly critical of you and your channel can easily go else where it boggles my mind that anyone would watch a channel to scrutinize it and take the time to post negative comments. Keep going Jen youre doing great and trust me there are a lot of us who love your channel and your amazing content. Sending you love 🥰

[@caitlinhodson4098]

Funny story, I had trust as my OLW last year, and this year I chose breathe! Trust was by far my most favorite, and I feel like I've grown so much. I hope it helps you as well!

[@lelamd1996]

I’ve been watching you from the beginning. I’ve enjoyed watching you grow and change. And finding yourself. 💜

[@TheNatureChick1]

My word of the year is “love”, with a focus on loving myself, so this video really resonated with me! I know what it’s like to not feel like you’re being your true self for most of your life. Thank you for sharing, this was truly inspiring to watch! ❤️

[@World_2404]

Hi Jen, I just found you and I emphasised your situation! I'm glad you escaped a disable relationship! Hooray Everything is happening with a reason. You are a power mother and woman! How old are you? Being a magical mother and woman, you inspire me, God's blessings and grace on you and your family! Kisses and hugs from London!

[@zoemoore7540]

Thank you for inspiring me to pick a word. I have chosen connect❤️ to myself, my realest emotions, school, family, etc.

[@susanjohns8902]

I have been watching you for years, and I think you are now so much more genuine and happy! Good for you!

[@Nina-dp3gx]

Jen, you sound like the author of “Untamed” .... wording, philosophies, how society impacted you (@7:45- 9:00) etc. Are you friends?

[@joycemartin9395]

Do You mean Untamed by Doyle? That’s what I am hearing there.

[@Nina-dp3gx]

@@joycemartin9395 yes thank you ! I corrected.

[@snowbearty]

This is my first year of choosing a word, and I decided on confidence because I have struggled with it so much over the years.

[@nhudsonforever]

I would never speak for Jen or pretend that I know her life. I resonate with waking the F up. 2020 made me realize that life is so much more then who I was in 2019. By having so much taking away from the American people and our country has been shown that we can not just live like everything will continue as it always has. We have all had to self reflect in almost every way. I think we have all had to grow up a bit and chance our perspective.

[@Aquietlyfrugallife]

I've watched you become someone else this past year. You have definitely emerged as a beautiful butterfly - as corny as that sounds! I hope this year brings you only the good stuff and may you and your family be blessed.

[@AlongOurLife]

My goal for this year is to break all the spells! I mean there are many things in my life that are postponed for ever and never get done! I want to finish all unfinished businesses! When I think of a word, the only word that sticks out in my head is “Break”! I know that it has totally negative feeling and a different meaning to others, but it speaks to my heart, so let’s Break!

[@daniellemoody8608]

Do you have past videos on project life you mentioned?

[@Vicki-Z]

What?

[@floridalife4]

Can you share more about how you have fostered and grown your relationship with God? I know it’s a very personal thing and you may not feel comfortable with it. I’m extremely faithful and devoted to my relationship with God .... it’s everything. But I always feel like I could foster a greater relationship. So I’m just wondering, do you just read your Bible? Are there any books you’ve read that helped you? Etc. Thank you for your time.

[@nomad_unknown]

I'm loving this content Jen! I've been a viewer for many years and I lost track of you for about a year or so when my life focus shifted from being a "housewife" to coming into my own. I started watching again in 2020 and could so relate to your divorce and journey. Thank you for being so open and transparent--I know it is not easy but it has helped me feel less alone.

[@1955BLB]

All I saw for content was Jen telling us she was going to be gentle with herself. I wish we all could do that but 90% of us work for a living and don’t have unlimited spending capability. What exactly did you learn from that? I learned that are going to be having more quiet time in their rooms so she can be gentle with herself. Don needs to sue for custody before it’s too late.

[@nomad_unknown]

@@1955BLB The deficiency I see here is not in Jen's ability to share but your inability to understand. Also, you're not so busy working that you don't have time to watch content you don't enjoy so perhaps you could use that time for helpful introspection? 😉

[@MrsMamaBear27]

You are such a beautiful, bright light Jennifer :) :) Your videos have really helped me to refine my own goals.

[@shirleys.537]

Thank you Jennifer.

[@BPK4699]

Thanks for including the previous years’ videos.

[@jennellebailey]

Oh girlfriend....I think you should volunteer or get a job. I mean that in a very non offending manner. I think it’d be good for you.

[@kelleyhasapis1]

Why the heck would you say this?? So condescending. It costs nothing to keep quiet and keep scrolling. She is a content creator and a mother.

[@razberrie]

great ideas

[@kelleyhasapis1]

@C H I don’t understand internet trolls that get off on posting negative responses. Why?

[@JM-ss2kn]

@@kelleyhasapis1 I dont think that response was negative. Since her early 20's Jen has kept herself in a bubble at home alone as a housewife, something she chose to do. As a divorcee she is keeping her self in a bubble at home exercising alone. She has no adult contact other than via an electronic device. She does not have coffee mornings or play dates with other mothers, where she can talk her feelings over, and have feedback, to share experiences with, to get ideas from, she is still living in a bubble of her own making. By working or volunteering she would see what it is like for the majority of the population, it would force her to be responsible for things other than being kind and gentle with herself. So when she did get home, put the kids to bed, she would truly appreciate that 30 min bath, the TV show on a Friday night. She would start to understand, really understand the socio economic issues we have in the world by knowing people living with horrendous challenges. You cannot connect to people if you just dismiss their feelings or thoughts by calling them trolls, or other names.

[@kelleyhasapis1]

@@JM-ss2kn Once again, this is all unsolicited advice. What she does is her business. Telling her to “get a job” or “volunteer” is not constructive criticism. It’s coming from a place where someone “thinks” they know what is wrong with someone and can fix them. Jen had grown so much and is working hard on herself. Just because you don’t agree with how she does it, doesn’t make her wrong.

[@linnsoltwedel]

Whats the name of the hoodie you are wearing?

[@WithWonder]

It’s from vineyard vines a year or so ago

[@readingteacher1168]

Really cute hoodie. I looked it up, but the one available is a lighter blue, not as pretty as the one Jen is wearing.

[@aminz7577]

Your vlogs lately are like your own. talk group therapy.

[@sharoncresenzi3016]

Happy New Year Jenn!

[@WithWonder]

Happy new year!

[@91Ankie]

I love your New Years videos 🥰😘

[@llnw5600]

You really need to watch your videos more often. Your selfishness is getting worse. I don't care how rich you are or how much money you spend, but please volunteer and stop with all this gentle stuff and if you do truly care about the world around you, go out and prove it. Try to get out of your own head and help people that REALLY suffering and barely getting by. Let us see you organize something.

[@ScarlettAnne7]

This was so positive and encouraging. I appreciate what and how much you have shared with us. I have found you so inspiring. I love the Goals layout and Progress not Perfection. I feel like it focuses on the positive and highlights the important ideas. Come on, lets have a great year!

[@helenbraithwaite8201]

I love the idea of keeping all your previous words running alongside this year’s word. You’ve inspired me to do the same. Happy New Year 🙂

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

Thank you for the beautiful wishes. Things are tough for me and I can't see a way out, but I keep hoping that if I can hang on, eventually it will be better. I am a long time subscriber and always enjoy your videos. Sending Winnie lots of love and wishes for many more birthdays.

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

@C H thank you

[@kelleyhasapis1]

I love these videos every year. I think I’ve seen them all. I love that I feel that I’ve evolved WITH you.

[@honeyglisten]

i don't understand the comments criticizing this video. any person will change overtime, regardless of huge life experiences. and as women we go through stages in life as well. men do too, but many (not ALL) don't really self reflect on their life or their emotions. so women are bound to see their growth (or lack thereof) & feel that they've been stuck. what's wrong with that? most women follow societal norms, whether we actually want to or not. and maybe there are societal norms Jen followed that she doesn't like or even regrets now. a big one perhaps being getting married & then getting divorced. that has to change someone's perspective. i don't think anyone would be the same after such a big life change. the comments say Jen's been pampered & has lived a "gentle" life. but she also seems empathetic. and as an empathetic person it's easy to pick up on other people's experiences. so maybe she's seeing other people's perspectives of the world due to the pandemic & civil unrest in our country. lots of people are "waking" up to things they didn't know about or maybe couldn't empathize with previously. it makes sense to me. i could be taking it wrong & maybe that wasn't the point of the comments. but that's just what i gathered from the overall video & comments.

[@jeaninelochen5104]

Happy New Year! I don’t usually post but I’m so happy for you. I have been with you for many years and as I journeyed with you this year I have seen you bloom and your happiness is so wonderful to see.

[@jesswnukow]

My word is Grace as I never give grace to myself or others .

[@daisiecole7736]

Oh my gosh, will you be a Werq instructor soon?!? I hope so! Would love to follow your Werq videos!

[@busymama7903]

Your closing statements reminded me of Glennon Doyle saying something like ‘life isn’t hard because you’re doing it wrong, it’s hard because you’re doing it right, because you are human’ (paraphrasing). You need to feel everything, like you said, from the lowest lows to the highest highs and everything in between, and learn from it all. My word for 2021 is ‘intention’. I’m tired of simply reacting to life and living in auto pilot. I am taking charge of my physical, mental and emotional health this year, I have goals in each bucket and I am intentionally setting and tracking progress. Through movement, mindset and mastery, I will design my life from the driver’s seat in 2021 and beyond! Excited for the journey, as well as to watch yours! ❤️🤗

[@hortensjafrankowska7062]

Thank you. Thank you very much, for the strength you share with others . Happy New 2021

[@SomethingAboutVintage]

11:30 she starts talking about goals

[@vicinalucinda]

Happy new year dear Jen ❤

[@sarazapp936]

This is lovely. If you’re comfortable, at some point in the future I’d love to hear about your spiritual journey.

[@Dreamspetsandpastries]

I don’t understand all the negative comments 😳. Beautiful video Jen ❤️

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

My word is GRATITUDE.

[@readingteacher1168]

That was my word last year. This year my word is Becoming.

[@bethpenick3860]

I love this Jen. The Jen who loves herself. The Jen interested in progress, not perfection.

[@WithWonder]

❤️❤️

[@kelleychiang760]

We are subscribers NOT followers

[@CheySands]

follower is a more inclusive term bc people from IG or her blog might tune doesn’t keep ppl excluded. it’s the same name for the same thing

[@MarciaK01]

1st comment yay Jen u are the best love your videos!

[@tracieshandywork3204]

So happy for , and to see how you have evolved through your battles , God is good .

[@songbird307]

Simply, Thank You!! ❤️ this video.

[@prettybusygirl5635]

Hi Jen! ✨ My 2021 word is also TRUST... Listening to your video, I wonder if you’ve ever learned about each of the three learning styles...Visual, Auditory & Kinesthetic. It seems you lead as a Kinesthetic, feeling deeply, trusting your gut (accurately sniffing out b.s. and inauthenticity in others) and enjoying things both tactile and textural. Movement & exercise also play a huge role in restoring joy and balance to Kinesthetics. I myself, am a Visual processor... but, to make you chuckle, they say “Kinesthetics make the best lovers!”...lol. You go, girl! Here’s to a better 2021! ✨💕🍃

[@sheridawn5314]

Listening to you makes my heart happy. I’m so glad to see you coming out on the other side of the past year. ♥️

[@kathymckelvey1693]

Wishing you peace and happiness into 2021. You so deserve it. Love you from day one.

[@alexiamnb]

Thank you for your words! I'm going through a breakup (not a divorce) and is hard, even harder because I really don’t know what happened 🤷🏻‍♀️ and I guess I will never know. I’m learning to love myself so I can love another person in the future! Good luck Jen!🍀💕

[@pamelawooten3690]

Wow, Jen, that was beautiful and inspiring. And it restored some of my Hope for this year and myself. Watching your growth is incredible. You are brave, and you're helping me and others. Thanks, and love you! Hugs from Florida.

[@CassieB64]

Book recommendation: A Midlife Cyclist by Rachel Ann Cullen. It's about a woman who moved from running to cycling and how it helped with her mental health and body image. Highly recommend it

[@WithWonder]

Thanks for the rec! Sounds right up my alley

[@_infinitedomain]

This was really moving Jen thank you ♡

[@PamolaJ]

🙏🏻💖

[@jenniferpaul4683]

Happy New Year Jen! Inspiring to watch this!💓

[@mlinn1980]

7:20 to 7:30 Yes.

[@lucyluvz12]

Wonderful video !

[@littlecicek]

11.30 for the planner

[@lb4lov]

I love listening to you and your thoughts and feelings. Being a woman of years I can tell the last year has brought you much growth and maturity. Sending you love and wishes for more growth for the year ahead. Happy new year, new you!

[@sheilapatirana9636]

“Time marches on” and “time is precious”, that is SO TRUE! Thank you Jen, these words really do help to put things into perspective and to ease the stress and anxiety I feel in light of all that is happening in the world right now.

[@Haha-hp6bo]

I think your off your head! Get help

[@jessicastuder4999]

But like why even leave a comment like that. She is self reflecting and I think you need some self reflection with that comment. Obviously you are ashamed with using a bogus profile. Bye falisha 🙄

[@bro0kiibro0ke]

I just used your code to get the peloton! Thank you!

[@Marste72]

❤

[@bridgette712]

Happy 2021, Jen! May we all find peace and acceptance, growth in our words of the year, and comfort, light, kindness, and love in our daily lives.

[@piginblue]

I can only hope the "other" in content is podcasting?? I have a super long commute and getting to listen to you would be a dream!

[@WithWonder]

It’s a dream of mine!

[@mih1991]

@@WithWonder please do! That would be so awesome!

[@pinacolada5513]

Careful, you may end up falling asleep on the road!

[@erinp8843]

That's great that your relationship with God has grown over the past year. Do you have a church that you attend? If not, I would suggest trying that for sure. Also a great place to maybe meet someone! ;)

[@thegreatoak7242]

This life is not all we have as God’s children....we inherit a kingdom and have the hope and promise of eternal life with God, our heavenly Father. That is what we should live for and have our lives reflect that hope. He gives us perfect peace amidst ALL life’s storms.

[@dianeandbrad529]

Can you do a video on your inspiration/guidance books media etc? What influences you the most these days

[@thespongepuppy]

Yay! I watched your video in the Utah loftice going over your goals and I was in 11th grade! I felt like I’ve grown with your content. My word of the year is limitless!

[@suus_says]

☺️❤️

[@justicefosho]

Girl, I wish I had your strength.

[@1955BLB]

And her limitless bank account.

[@sarawendt5841]

I love how all of these people commenting feel called to give you unsolicited advice. We are in the middle of a pandemic and people are acting like you have all the options in the world for making friends or taking on commitments outside of your home. Take the time you need to figure out what fulfills you and don’t listen to these assholes. You’re doing great! ❤️

[@razberrie]

you're throwing your life away when you gonna wake up

[@kelleyhasapis1]

What??? It takes zero money to NOT SAY anything negative to a person. Why would you do this?? Troll!

[@Slendergirl89]

Where did that come from? :s

[@debbiewood2226]

I too, feel so called to let people know that. ...this is it, this life is real..thank you

[@julieax01]

I am so glad you are feeling one with yourself again!

[@sklostergaardr]

What do you do to feel more connected with your true heart? 💕

[@CatherineShoresHMN]

You shouldn’t have to explain your reaction and feelings about your divorce. I always feel bad for you about that. Someone is gonna say something........ Every single divorce is different. My was EASY and fast. BUT......we didn’t have kids, and I walked away from everything and got nothing (except myself and my freedom which is priceless). For me, the marriage part was horrid. 🤷🏻‍♀️. I’m so glad you’re in a good place though!

[@RAE546]

Your voice is so peaceful. Wonderful video🌹

[@tinahendrixson9102]

Happy New Year Jen! Awesome goals! More home projects, yea!

[@gaiayoyo]

Best New Year vid ever! I feel like we agreed to all the feels before being born but we spend our whole lives running and hiding from them. I too have lived holding my breath. It's time to get back to willingly living again. Infinite Blessings for your year ahead ☆♡☆

[@banannabelles]

TFS, Jen, I'm so grateful to have your content in my life. Your words and spirit always bring insight and joy to my day. (And I absolutely love your sweatshirt, it's so cute!)

[@bellamia2455]

Hey Jen You go girl You're shining , keep moving of what makes you feel with music . I'm proud of you of what you have become of the situation you were in the past and learning to live love and conquer the world ahead . Keep on doing what you love Don't listening to negativity around you Also keep your head up .... great job Jen Were so proud of you

[@belled97]

I'm so glad to be here! You've already helped my year. Peloton crazy lady now.

[@WithWonder]

Same 😉

[@1bestfriend2u18]

Of all that you have said I am grateful that you are connecting with God. I find my connecting to God/Source the most important relationship helps me to live more fully and grateful.

[@myaccount6208]

I love your videos. Thanks for hanging out with us. A true friend.❤

[@myaccount6208]

@@TravelingNana Thanks for your reply. Adding Internet friends over long and short distances to our personal fellowship in the Lord is such a blessing. I appreciate every one. God Bless my friend.