Prague Vlog 2 | Why I'm Back

[@JanaKotysan]

Do you like these vlog videos? Let me know and I might make some more on this trip :) Máte rádi vlogy? Možná bych na této cestě ještě něco udělal :)

[@radimsajtar5847]

www.lidovky.cz/domov/deti-a-vnuci-emigrantu-nejspis-snadneji-ziskaji-ceske-obcanstvi-jen-podepisou-prohlaseni.A190812_123203_ln_domov_form You can get czech citizenship if you want thanks to new law.

[@petrsebik]

@@radimsajtar5847 Also I think it is easier to get czech citizenship if you were born in czech (Jana's mom), or if one of your parrents is Czech. And by easier I mean you are able to skip the part when you have to live 5 years in Czech before you can apply for citizenship. But the downside is that USA is not really for dual citizenship, so is she want czech citizenship she would probably have to give up the USA one and I guess she would not do that.

[@matejbutula4114]

Hell yea, please just do more of these videos 🙂

[@matejbutula4114]

Jana Kotysan i hope you stay, coz in czech will be tone of people to support you 😊

[@89Limitz]

@@radimsajtar5847 the new law has not yet come into effect, so right now she can get Czech citizenships only if one of her parents still has our citizenship, but communists were thorough in this and they removed citizenship from all who left

[@dudoklasovity2093]

You are so honest and wonderful. I see that your visit in CZ has deep meaning. If you really feel peace and happiness in Prague or Czech republic, perhaps good move is to move from LA there. I am from Prague and I currently live in LA (past 4 years) and I know exactly what you mean by different priorities of the two cultures. I miss the life in Europe so much, I am moving from LA after winter. American life is too hectic for me and the values are very materialistic and success-driven. But success does not necessarily mean happiness. Happiness comes from the small everyday joys of life❤️

[@filmfredrik]

Don't worry. As long as you follow your heart, you can't go wrong. A cliche but it's true. I've been living in Prague for 4 years now and that wasn't my original plan, but I still love it, so I'm staying. :)

[@renefucik6956]

Ahoj, držím pěsti. Věřím že rozhodnutí je těžký a je jen na tobě. Seš strašně super. :)

[@martinmatusina1076]

"Klobouk dolu" as we say in Czech. Its not easy to be honest to yourself nor to be honest to rest of the "world". Even tho it can be challanging, all I hope is, that you will love Czech republic and people will treat you kindly, so you can enjoy every minute which you spend there. Big thumbs up from me!!

[@Samo762]

I was going through something similar two years ago. I was in college studying something that didn't really make much sense to me, in a country I hated and I had absolutely no idea what I wanted in life. I also had some people pass away in my family at the time and it all kind of came to a point where I had to chose between putting a lot of effort into staying in college or dropping out. I chose the easier option and dropped out. I got a job and just sort of thought about different things for a year. I really understand how you feel. Anyway, I came to the conclusion that I would never be happy in a corporate 9-5 job that conveyed no meaning, so I re-applied and now finally study something that really fulfills me. At the time I wasn't really sure whether that was the right choice, but now I am. Honestly, I think you should just go for whatever your heart tells you. It's not like you'll be stuck in Prague for the rest of your life if it doesn't work out. So what? LA will still be there. I'm also pretty sure you can do graphic design remotely. BTW you can now get Czech citizenship extremely easily as a descendant of Czech/Czechloslovak citizen, so definitely do get that so you're not limited by the 90 days rule. Oh and I love your voice.

[@ryba_god]

I like how this video is calm in more ASMR way. Really nice to listen to!

[@tomsky1061]

I was in a similar situation, and the best tip I can give you is: if you have the opportunity, try to learn and experience new things, always. I didn't regret it personally. If you have the opportunity to live abroad (even better, if you know some or most of the language), try it and time will show you, where your home is - it is where the heart is too. You will have broader view, new experience and the best is - you can always chose to return, but you will not leave all the new experience behind.

[@amenufus4161]

So welcome on Czech again ❤️

[@marymuu4224]

You're video just filled mi with peace and joy. And I understand you. Everything is happening for a reason.

[@Wysch]

So... ok, firstly, sorry for my rusty English. Haven't used it much in years and I'm self-taught in the first place. Secondly, I don't know why youtube recommended me this video since I've never seen any of your videos so at this moment I have absolutely no idea who you are. But! You pouring your heart out kind of moved me lol. I don't know if you'll ever read this and if so, if it helps you at all, but I kinda have to say it anyways. Thirdly, sorry for an extremely long comment. At least some random people will never read it lol. I've never been to LA and I probably never will be, but I've visited the East Coast many years ago, spent my two months there and it's definitely 100% true that we in the CZ live differently than Americans. I'm in my thirties now so I'm probably getting old but for all the countries I've been to and even lived in, I will say the Czech republic is still the best. Closest to my heart. I love the tempo, the pace of life here. When I was 28-ish I had a choice to make - either stay in a different country and make shit ton of money or go back to my homeland and make less money in a completely different field. They say people should follow their heart and I so decided to restart my life here, forgetting everything I learned abroad and hoping I'll be able to start anew. Well, it's been tough but I have no regrets now. I learned the hard way that no matter my choice, I should never have any regrets. So... Spend your 90 days here. Then follow your heart. Never have any regrets. Czech republic has its flaws and you can't see them in two weeks. But in my opinion it's still the best country to live in. Enjoy your stay here. I love your accent by the way.

[@JanaKotysan]

Love this, thank you ❤️

[@Wysch]

@@thelwq I lived in couple of countries, stayed a while in some more. Travelled and seen some. You don't have to trust me. You are free to go and live anywhere you want (or almost anywhere). Everything you mentioned is nothing compared to some other problems other countries have. Go on, nothing holds you here, go, travel, find some other country to settle in. This country allows you that. You might find a country that suits you better. I did find mine at least.

[@Wysch]

@@thelwq I try to be not political on-line or even face to face. So let me tell you this - and only this: Babiš and Zeman are only people. People come and go. Regimes stay. And as for the other points you mentioned - they're all arguable. You probably have no idea how true communism looks like, you haven't faced the true corruption like I had to, and I find Czech people nice, polite and humble. A jak se říká, tráva je všude zelenější než na vlastním dvorku. Skvělá věc na týhle zaprděný zemi je, že nestihla zreznout evropským byrokratickým aparátem. Vřele doporučuju vycestovat a poznat, jak se žije tam, kde je greener grass.

I love your contend, please continue, good job 🙂

[@jansoukup2890]

Super video

[@frantisekvacovsky9499]

Jsi opravdu moc milé děvče.❤️Držím palce!😀💞😀

[@dr.orphanic1375]

Tak vás vítáme zpět krajanko ;-) We have quite a long way ahead as a nation, to grow from the bloody and sad 20th century, so I hope, that you¨ll never meet our dark side of our behavior. But there is a light in front of us. And so many skilled, talented, educated, and nice people are here. So I hope, you´ll enjoy staying here because we need you the same (like nation) as you need your roots and connection. You are beautiful and nice person.

[@matejkamenicky9744]

My deepest condolences. Very moving words. This puts your trip videos on a whole new level. You did the right thing coming to The Czech Rep.! I wonder how many people just lost contact with their European families after moving to America...And I would encourage you to follow your feelings in your decisions for the future. Moving to another country, even continent, can be scary and stressfull, but hey, you got your family here! And also us subscribers to support you and feel welcome ;). Let us know if you come back to Central Europe.

[@martinslezak4708]

Hey Jana, I may be late to the party and you have landed a fulfilling job already, but anyway, don't forget that as a designer, you have this amazing privilege to do a job that has not many limits really. A solid up-to-date portfolio can get you through the most almost anywhere in the developed world. Just find the right company--there are definitely some international offices in Prague--looking for an in-house designer (UX, UI, marketing being hot fields these days) and give it a try if you find this way appealing. Good luck!

[@ondrejkovar9994]

Ahoj, pěkné video :). Poradil bych rád, ale nemám s tím žádné zkušenosti :(. Jen držím palce a přeji hodně štěstí. Zkusit se má všechno, myslím že at se rozhodneš jakkoliv, tak budeš mít stále dost času na změnu, není ti 60 let :)). Hlavní jsou vždycky přátelé a rodina, pokut máš lidi na které se můžeš spolehnout a kteří tě mají rádi, tak je všechno ostatní hračka. At se daří!

[@FernandoAndrade-yg8uo]

hey!! First... you are so beautiful. I'm from Brazil and I love watching your videos. It's a tough decision, but you'll figure it out. I never thought to live abroad, but lately I'm thinking about it. Our time here it's brief and sometimes we need to make tough decisions. Whatever choices you make I hope you'll be happy. 😘

[@lukasloukota8352]

Slunečnivová a maková pole jsou úžasná

[@kratkachvile11]

Vítám tě v česku a jsem moc rád že jsi se rozhodla zkusit u nás žít. Je vidět že máš původ čecha. A upřímně dojalo mě to. Moc mě mrzí že jsem na setkání nebyl. Tebe poznat to by byl kus dobra. A myslím že ti se sem hodíš

[@Dzordzikk]

Jano, u nás v Česku říkáme, že každý člověk má někde svoje kořeny, místo, které považuje za svůj domov, kam se vždycky rád vrací, i kdyby to bylo po mnoha letech. Vypadá to, že tvoje kořeny jsou v Česku, i když jsi celý svůj život žila v Americe.

[@1476425]

Ahoj Jano.Opravdu su zvědavej, jakým směrem bude tvoje životní cesta pokračovat a jak to vše dopadne :).Věřím, že dobře pro tebe.

[@TheJohnyB23]

You should look for videos from HONEST GUIDE or Honest Prague guide it doesn't matter what name you'll choose just tip it into YB

[@milantheo9248]

JANA,you MUST!!! see this channel kzbin.info/door/t7oj318jVQi7vRbc1bNjJA ,you will enjoy your trip-living in the Prague on 100%.

[@daniel_stahl]

I completely understand. We did the exact same thing you are doing, but a few years ago, including taking a prelim 90 day trip.(almost the exact same time frame, we came in Oct) Now we have been here for just over two years and are in the process of renewing visas. (Trust me when I say this, hire an agency to help with visas.) I can completely see the same emotions in this video that we had when we were making our decision to live here. I hope you get the opportunity to grieve for the things that will be missed. The culture here isn't for everyone, but when it clicks...well, you know what the decision is. :)

[@dominikantman9797]

We are at a time when we can do everything, so do everything you enjoy regardless of time that means nothing. The unit of time is not a second, but an experience :)

[@jindranajmrova5302]

Krásně hledáte své kořeny, prostě Češka žijící jinde. Až se z toho vzpamatujete zjistíte, že můžete krásně obohatit i Ameriku.

[@jaroslavkohout7743]

Very touching vlog ... I don't believe much in nations and states (i am trying to have strongly individualistic attitude to everyone) but I can clearly see some mentality which i wouldn't expect from American - especially your age ... Thx :)

[@JanaKotysan]

That's probably a good attitude. That means a lot, thanks!

[@pablobreneswalker4035]

I have felt like you for many times Jana I understand you Everything is gonna go fine and all of us are gonna see that I love your videos :)

[@martinx3450]

Thank you for sharing Jana. Just think about those who love you, and those and what you love. Your decision will be always right, if you decide with that on your mind. If you pick US(A), Czech republic will be there and probably stil the same in the future. If you pick Czech repulic, the guys in here will be cheering, that nice, good and pretty girl decided to live among us. And USA will be still there.

[@mufrodrigo]

Haha, Znojmo, 6:15 - tahle cesta kolem pivovaru byla kdysi čistá, přístupná a byl to hlavní vchod k hradu. (Znojmo - this path below the brewery was clean and opened in the past, the main approach to the castle). Města jsou pěkná, ale to okolí (NP Podyjí) rozhodně také. Cities are beautiful, so is their surroundings (nature).

[@Petrhrabal]

8:35 I can't define them either and I have been living here for 32 years :)

[@vackad]

Moc hezké video Janičko.Zůstaň v Česku, neprohloupíš. Svět i tak Ti bude otevřený. Z Prahy je všude blízko po celé Evropě. Ahoj.

[@resscator]

Znojmo and Vranov are beautiful places.. especialy the Vranov castle... hope you will find yourself in peace..

[@erikonebyone]

do what your heart wants ♥️

[@alenapcolova5496]

ahoj Jani si super holka a drzim ti palce v rozhodovani maj sa fajn a toc dal papa

[@kozelazazel]

Sorry for the lost! 2 minutes daily short videos will be the boost. Friends are important part of your videos. More Czech stuff and traveling.

[@linogalveias]

hi Jana, I am from Portugal and discovered your vlogs randomly, but it's cool and true, relaxed. I am here for 3 years and, although it's hard at sometimes, it's also good, new people, activities, there's a lot of independent music with bars, groups, jam sessions, dancing groups, so you can join them :D plus you have lots of companies you can work for, even remotely, who knows? :)

[@SkilineFPS]

Znojmo

[@mufrodrigo]

Znojmo, moje rodiště! Správný tip!

[@alesseidler1770]

Your voice is nice, i like your talks, definitely listen to your heart and pick the best future for your life!!

[@michaelcollins5955]

Beautifull honest video, ! Love prague so much back again in october, greetings from west cork ireland , mick collins!

[@uhlipe19]

Znojmo není na jihu Čech, ale Moravy, to je dost podstatný rozdíl. Titulky jsou fajn, když není občas rozumět, ale jejich kvalita, hlavně co se týče gramatiky, je dost bídná. Abych jen nekritizoval, tak tyhle VLOGY se mi moc líbí a nejvíc oceňuji tu jejich autentičnost....zůstaň taková jaká jsi, ať už v LA jako designerka nebo tady v Česku 😉

[@SeySvK]

love the vlogs !!!

[@kickatat]

Hey girl your doing great by following your gut and returning as a czech american who moved back to prague for similar reasons including reconnecting to my roots if you end up in praha i would love to get a cup of coffee and chat. Keep following your gut and all doors that need to open will open.

[@josefmalar7837]

You were even in my town Znojmo? Now I feel sad, for not greeting you... even in Brno. Too bad, I saw you all (those Czehc in LA, and you) first on internet in march 2020. But I am glad, you saw the nicest part of town :-) . You didnt taste the beer right? the new beer Znojemské.

[@davidwebb4904]

If you “want” to stay in the EU, forever, there is a way....

[@Royal8k]

It is so easy, You have to pay back Your home, or be a homeless... that is what we trying here... that is goal of our lifes... pay back, have some family and enjoy the rest of the day... quite easy...

[@MartyCheckboy]

Hi Jana, I like it when you show emotions. ;)

[@colliediborderlands3474]

Ahoj, posílám pozdrav ze Znojma!👋😊

[@TheMagorsGamers]

Me hearing you saying czech words, castles names, cities makes me think that its even better in english than czech :D

[@motakcom]

Ty jo ty si byla na Vranově? To vědět tak Vas všechny pozvu k sobě domů ☺️..tak snad příště 😊

[@mikaelvladson7789]

Yeeees. You had a lot of wine and now you want to stay in the Czech Republic 😁 you're a real czech girl 😂

[@JanaKotysan]

The two events are separate 😂

[@Kapradinka]

Oh It would be perfect if you interact with some famous czech youtubers and make a video with them!

[@benefik9904]

I think I have idea, but I dont know if it can works. You would work for some US company as a designer but in Czech (on their czech outpost) so you will sometimes fly in US but live in Czech

[@Spaidy96]

Já se vždycky snažím v životě řídit srdcem než rozumem a být tam kam mě to táhne . Když bych se řídil rozumem byl bych méně šťastný a zbytečně se trápil ......

[@miloslavherwig1695]

Česky to mluv a budeš mít 100x více like. USA moc konkurence. V Čechách tě budeme milovat. Anglickýho blábolení je plně net 😉

[@nataliakropackova5712]

Jak muzes kupovat predrazeny trdla???

[@petrsebik]

Nemyslim si ze by byly predrazeny. Normalni bezny trdelniky se prodavaj i mimo Prahu za 50 - 60kc treba na pouti. A kdyz si jde dneska koupit clovek zmrzlinu s dvema kopeckama tak za ni taky da 40 - 50kc. A ty trdelniky se zmrzlinou stojej neco malo pres 100kc. Navic vzhledem k tomu ze je z ameriky, kde jsou vyssi platy, tak ji to stejne musi prijit vse levne tady u nas.

[@FilipKohout]

Winter is coming. Will be more and more cold. Be prepared for czech fall! :)

[@karyon_czech]

Znojmo 👍👍

[@lukashavlik9199]

AWESOME!!! I remember the meet-up all the time. It was one of the best days in my life. I hope you're enjoying this trip and wish you to find your path soon. LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!

[@JanaKotysan]

🙏🏻❤️

[@leenaslunicko]

Mozna by jsi mohla zkusit pozadat o ceske obcanstvi..jelikoz minimalne co jsem pochopila tak maminka se narodila jeste v CSSR tak by to mozna mohla byt cesta jak tu moc casem zustat dele ...

[@89Limitz]

požádat o české občanství by mohla jenom v případě že jeden z její rodičů má stále české občanství, ale komunisti se zcela jistě postarali o to aby jim bylo odebráno, nicméně brzy by měl v platnost vejít nový zákon, který má umožnit získat občanství i dětem, či vnukům emigrantů

[@ellery2]

@@89Limitz Nemel nesmysly. Kazdy kdo ma ceske predky nebo ceske koreny ma pravo na ceske obcanstvi. viz napr. Volynsti Cesi zijici v Rusku jiz pres 100 let atd. Pokud je jeji matka Ceska (byvala obcanka CSR) tak neni vubec o cem mluvit - obcanstvi bez problemu dostane a je uplne jedno jaky ma pas.

[@sentiner5463]

I am from slovakia :)

[@janlaurent3526]

Rada = Zůstaňte designerkou, žijte a bydlete v Praze a svou práci prodávejte nejen v Praze, ale i v L.A. nebo i jinde ve světě :)

[@MrOliverek]

Have you ever thought about getting Czech citizenship? It would help you that you could spend some time here whenever you want :) Czech government pass a new bill that would help you to get Czech citizenship easier.

[@petrsumbera8567]

As a Czech I'd like to ask you: 'Would you consider using Czechia? Pretty please... :-]'

[@Gelu1992]

Please no :-D

[@FlourEater]

nikdy

[@petrsumbera8567]

@@FlourEater well, if I remember correctly she said: 'when I was in Czech' for crying out loud what poor Czech she was into? :-] Much better if she just used Czechia /Slovakia, Austria etc. no?/ when Czech republic was too long in her speech to use...that was my reason to propose it in the first place...

[@FlourEater]

@@petrsumbera8567 Czechia just sounds so bad. And it was accepted mainly for sport events / competitions. It´s not the name of the country and I find it demeaning to us. Czech Republic sounds royal, noble.

[@arshu0.720]

Ok

[@muhaimin_x135]

Jana, i'm so interested with your video before, it's about Australian accent and New Zealand accent. That's my first video on your KZbin. By the way i'm from Malaysia. whats your Instagram?

[@petrsebik]

First yey. No one cares I know :-D Edit: I knew you liked it here in czech and thats why you came back! :-) And about the "designer in LA or youtuber in Czech" cant you just work online as designer? Then it would not matter where in the world you are.

[@palinopodhorsky4095]

nice

[@Jonathan-gd9kt]

Noooo too late to be the first !!! 😭

[@loskutak777]

I wish You to make the best decision for You :)

[@jindrichcapek7842]

Jana, where is your Patreon? I haven´t found it ;-)

[@JanaKotysan]

When I reach 50,000 I’ll announce it. Thank you for your support!

[@evasykorova9169]

Skus prosím na točit video v čéštině nebo aspoň s titulky prosím

[@davidwebb4904]

Los Angeles will always be there. You know you want to be in Praha right now 😊

[@andreahoffman8152]

Neviem presne ako je to v Čechách, ale na Slovensku existuje úrad pre zahraničných Slovákov a tam sú oveľa lepšie možnosti ohľadne pobytu ako keď si obyčajný cudzinec. Skús sa pozrieť na túto stránku - to je myslím český equivalent pre krajanov. Just check this link. I thik you will find some useful information about stay permit as you are not usual foreign but one with the Czech roots. Krajané - Aktuální informace o migraci www.mvcr.cz/migrace/clanek/krajane.aspx

[@purushottam775]

Big fan of urs editing way do u do by yourself and yeah that's a problem of every millennium

[@lowfans]

I love you ~~~~.

[@tomasfedak8710]

Prosím pojď do Česka moc krásný stat

[@Majda181]

Dobrý den, zde v Čechách je život krásný, bezpečný.

[@janafousova3262]

bydlím ve Znojmě a ještě nikoho jsem neviděla točit ve Znojmě

[@ivans.4737]

organize some party next time in middle europe (fist thing come to my mind, just as comment for yt rating :D)

[@karelsimon7823]

Co bys chtěla spojit naposledy si byla spojena se svim bráchou 😁😁😁😁

[@user-lg2is4gp8j]

Second

[@jankaspar9262]

je to moc pěné, ale když umíš trochu česky,mluv...hodně lidí uděláš radost

[@kerwinli2193]

I love you

[@letecmig]

New law on Czech citizenship- it should be relatively easy for you to get the citizenship as a daughter of Czech citizens(even in case they both lost their citizenship in the process of naturalization as US-citizens). Czech passport will give you all the privileges in all of the EU countries as well, And dual citizenship is problem neither for US or CZ. Hire a lawyer and organize it: www.novinky.cz/domaci/clanek/deti-a-vnuci-emigrantu-budou-moct-snadneji-ziskat-ceske-obcanstvi-40287103

[@crowdedhouse4939]

Delej design v Cesku ,kdyz je ti tu dobre🥀

[@eliskaperkova4799]

Je tu někdo z cz

[@renefucik6956]

Jj sem z Velkýho Meziříčí :)

[@kratkachvile11]

Brno

[@p.dos.994]

Study in the USA if you have the money and study stay in the Czech Republic. Then work anywhere.

[@tomas4999]

every youtuber has same way, we can describe that in 3 points. 1- To making a lot of videos, 2-to create Patreon and the last one is to make own Merch. That´s all. This way doesn´t have more opportunities. Do u want that? Is the real life? I don´t think so. But... u know just my opinion . I guess, I will get many thubs down for this report.

[@collie8]

girlie, you cannot understand the culture in few days as a tourist. Also, many things are sold as virtue, but in reality the are just options-left. For kids in Nigeria, small things are important as well. My take: go2 L.A. and do design.

[@petrsebik]

I mean she is not a tourist. Her mom was born in this country and much of her family still lives here. I totaly understand her. It is hard to choose between country where she was raised or country where her mother originated from.

[@collie8]

@@petrsebik she's Americana. She thinks American, she lives American, she dreams American. Her mother brought her these opportunities ans she is the 1st generation to use it as a true American.

[@michalmarek8703]

will be some meeting with you?

[@nataliakropackova5712]

Zustan v cr s tvoji anglictinou najdes skvelou praci

[@DarnellHendeason-dk3uw]

🙄

[@svk1939]

CZ speek Please

[@ingridlaskova1878]

Jana, please, you say Czech Republic or Bohemia not only Czech

[@voogac]

so you should find a czech man and marry him and then you can stay more than 90 days :)

[@worf79]

Kdo to překládá? Tady gramatika dostává řádně na pozadí. Někde borce jmenovala, ale chce to někoho lepšího. Toto se nedá číst. Kdo nerozumí a pustí si titulky, tak má o zábavu postaráno.

[@PetrTesarTomcat]

I'm from Znojmo. Lol

[@argil1176]

V Praze je hodně cizinců a práci by si taky sehnala . Jediný problém je asi bydlení .Já bych třeba na rok zkusil v Praze pracovat .