Quitting my teaching job in Japan & Was it Worth it?

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Hi! My name is Kelly and I am an English teacher living in Japan! I studied Japanese and education at Michigan State University with a minor in TESOL so I am living the dream!
I post videos about lifestyle, health, and travel.
Please don't be afraid to comment on what I can improve on as well as on any travel tips you have or cool places to visit!
皆さん、初めまして。
私の名前はケリーです。
私は東京に住んでいて英語を教えています。
ミシガン州立大学で日本語と教育を専攻していました。
TESOLも勉強したので自分の夢をかなえることが出来ました。
私は日本の生活や旅行についてのビデオを作ります。
歌うことも大好きなのでそれもチャンネルでお見せしますね。
私はKZbinを始めたばかりなので
何かアドバイスあったらコメントして下さい。
私の生活をシェア出来ることすごくワクワクしてます。
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[@kristychaos11]

I recently binge watched all of the Girl Abroad episodes and now the series is basically my favorite TV show

[@KellyMorita]

Wow thank you!

[@MarkandMarie]

I just recently turned 30, and are doing the same thing you are. I am finishing my degree, we stopped putting off making videos for KZbin, we've started the preparations for moving to Japan like we have always dreamed. Something clicked when I turned 30. It was as if I just woke up one morning and suddenly felt as if enough was enough. Don't get me wrong, I'm not suddenly super woman, it's more like, I found my desire again. lol I'm so happy for you (and your new hubby)! We wish you all the best.

[@jerrygarcia8856]

This is your life so your free to do what ever you want to . As long as your happy, that’s what matters more .

[@chrysusrides420]

Quitting my job (or, more specifically, switching fields) has always been a unnerving thought in the back of my mind. I consider my work stressful yet rewarding, but like you said, I would only consider myself content. Sometimes, when I have time to think, I just sit back and think, _am I really going to be doing this for the rest of my life?_ But the prospect of finding something else to do is also terrifying. So with that in mind, congrats on facing the uncertainty you might be feeling and pursuing your goals despite that. Hope to see further success in the future. :)

[@ashleyburbank3129]

Congrats 👏 I applaud your bravery! When I turned 30 I knew I needed a change,my husband and I had been trying to conceive for 2 years and it wasn't going well. I took time off from work to focus on distressing and everyone thought I was mad...Well I'm currently a month away from my due date and don't regret a thing(work will always be there)! Fallow your ❤,you know you best! Good luck on all life's endeavors! Hope you feel healthy soon!

[@AaronAstro]

I'm currently about to turn 19 studying to be a teacher in college, hopefully going to apply to JET when I graduate. Your journey is so inspiring

[@MariannaVlogs]

Good luck on the new job! ❤️ When you get the opportunity to, you should always follow your heart. Can't wait for more content! xx

[@KellyMorita]

Thanks, girl!

[@武田悠希-f1i]

hello. 😊 i started watching your vlogs lately. you reminded me of my friends from high school. my friends are all in the states so its gives me happiness watching you.😊 its like im watching my high school friend.😊 im pure japanese but was raised in the american education and went to university in hawaii. i majored and work in the service industry but right now, im interested in working in the japanese preschool using my English ability. 😊　i do アルバイトat the pre school. 😊 i want to change my life. i love kids because they make you smile. you are very courages.❤️ you give me courage❤️ wishing you the best!❤️

[@colleensbeautyworld]

I just changed my job. I was basically a social worker in the state for Developmental Disabilities Administration. I worked there for 6 years and then got burnt out because of my new boss. I switched my focus a bit and am much less stressed but still in the same field. Change is so hard for me. I love how your videos always have advice or a positive message. Its very refreshing especially in this KZbin age of drama channels.

[@Mimihomestyle]

I loved the footage of your teaching! Such a wonderful husband cooking for you like that. You will be great at whatever you do and yes, do what you love now. Don't wait. If you can make a change before a family etc. you should definitely try.

[@DrBiohack]

I loved the teaching clips too🙏

[@nairbvel]

I turn 61 early in March, and I can tell you that even though there are definitely physical changes that can get in the way as you age, "old" is about 50% your physical age and 50% your attitude. 30 is a good gateway age for "real" adulthood and thus a good time for changes -- but any time a change is made to improve lifestyle, improve health, improve finances, or just to avoid stagnation (and/or any combination thereof) you're keeping yourself younger. More power to you, girl! You've got the drive you need to succeed despite the difficulties... there will be bumps in the road, but you'll get there (even as the chosen "there" changes over the years). :-)

[@naoyakinoshita6507]

I was born and raised in Japan. I saw some teacher from US at English class. I could always feel exited about it and they all seemed to enjoy teaching. Hope you can keep enjoying it with your Japanese husband!!

[@HG-ho7ys]

I had my quarter-life crisis just as I was graduating high school. I had become the go to person for filmmaking and photography to the point where I was the head of the academy at school and was already doing freelance work. Thing is, I had always wanted to pursue music, but had gotten so caught up with the video work that I unknowingly pushed it aside. That kinda pushed my depression over the edge and I spiraled out for a while. Pulled myself out of all projects and finished school way less involved than I usually was. In the year after I ran into some health issues and a health scare with my hearing which ended up messing me up even more. I’m coming up on 4 years after and for the most part I was just floating around between random jobs trying to figure shit out. I’m in a better place mentally and I’ve figured out a plan that I’m working on now but there’s still a part of me that’s thinking “you’ve wasted too much time, it won’t happen” or “what if you’re going down the wrong path”. Being in a world where everywhere you look people seemingly have their shit together by the time they turn 18 and are already successful, it feels like being 21 and not having built a career already just means Im not gonna do it.

[@That_Girl_7_11]

I'm still confused about what it is you're going to be doing but that's ok..... I wish I could work in Japan,... but I'm soon to be 59 and I believe they don't give out working Visas for that age group.... plus I don't have a uni degree to fall back on 😢 I'm so sad for that

[@garys5540]

My friend does NOT have a university degree. He is a native English speaker and was hired on by a Japanese company to teach English after school as a tutor. That can sustain you enough money so you can try living in Japan to see whether you enjoy it enough to continue. There are many companies specializing in tutoring. Look into them and see. After all, what harm can that do? Good Luck!

[@jd-py5nm]

I’ve wanted to visit and live in japan since I was a young boy I’m 30 not their yet but I met and married a girl with the same dream so one step closer maybe you can help us!

[@DrBiohack]

Living your life by your own design ... inspiring💞❤

[@abdelrahmanhaider4495]

I saw this coming. Hope things get better soon AND YES I thought you were going full time KZbin but I agree with your choices .You are so positive always which is the main reason I have been watching your channel for a long while now , and as always your videos just make my day every time .

[@suburbanflower]

Please put your mental health first! I'm really excited for your future Kelly, you're incredibly resilient and such an inspirational person. Good luck

[@JafaJess]

I'm also in my late 20s and can relate so much to how you're feeling. I've been at my full-time job for 5 years now, but have been so stagnant, I thought I was happy being just comfortable but what I really wanted was to grow and do something more with my life. So happy to hear you're taking action on the change you want in your life ❤️❤️ Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings Kelly. Wish you all the best!

[@danni6257]

Hi Kelly, as long as you're happy, we're all proud of you and will support you, and are looking forward to seeing your progress in this new career! Good luck and wishing you the best 😁❤ P.s. i love your mug that you used in the first clip for your coffee! Can i ask where you bought it from? 😊

[@Kim.Bandit.Sinbad]

Best of luck on your new job ventures. I think it’s great that you are taking the steps to follow your dreams and your passions! I just wanted to clarify something though, especially to people who are teachers looking to teach in Japan. I also have a teaching degree, a valid California credential and teaching experience in the US. Depending on your experience and your credentials/licenses, you can get great teaching jobs which give you the bonuses, promotions and professional recognition that someone in the field of education coming from a different country might be seeking. Competition is tough and golden opportunities sometimes happen through timing and networking. But for those who are interested in pursuing a teaching career here in Japan complete with health insurance, benefits, pension, raises/bonuses and good working conditions, etc., they do exist and it is possible!! 🤗Once again, enjoy your new job and the opportunities that are waiting for you as you take this exciting step forward.

[@lovesoup.studio]

2 years ago I quitted my full time job and decided to move to Japan! I was sooo anxious at first but now I love my life and glad I made the change ☺️ I'm looking forward to following your journey and seeing where you go next!! ❤

[@AliceinJapanaland]

I'm in the process of doing the same! It's nervewracking to risk so much on a change like that but nice to hear that you've done it and are glad you did two years later. I hope I'll feel the same way in two years!

[@lovesoup.studio]

​@@AliceinJapanaland omg! It took months for me to overcome the anxiousness (being a natural worrier) but eventually everything fell into place and you also learn to be okay with some uncertainty. Goodluck with your move and so excited for you!

[@laurenwinters1035]

Omg I'm planning on doing the same , my planes leaves to Japan on Feb 9th kinda as a trial run lol I come back to Texas on the 22nd but I've started looking for places to live and just thought I'd go to try to "dip my toes in the water" lol I love this channel and it has helped me so so so much I've been weighing on this decision for 2-3 years and finally decided I will do it. ♥️

[@AliceinJapanaland]

@@laurenwinters1035 look! Kelly is helping us already just by helping us see we're not alone! Thanks Kelly!

[@Samosayummyyay]

Did you apply for a job before moving to Japan and had the intake also done? Or...did you find a job AFTER moving to Japan? :o

[@violagrabs7027]

Hey Kelly I live in Japan too. And I decided to stay longer than a year and I really want to spend my life in Japan. And your videos gives me so much motivation to work on that, especially on Visa 😅 It’s always the right way listen to our heart👍🏻 thank you for your videos and keep going. I wish you good luck with your new job 🥰

[@dottieland7061]

You could do what I always did, came over with Eds as a nurse knew it wasn’t for me even though I had been a nurse since leaving school as a cadet, then after 20 years yup I decided I want to work in the second hand trade. So you are never to old. I love japan so much.

[@vjjvbvjjvb9559]

Good luck, Kelly, for your new job! Teaching job is not easy even in the US. I saw some people quit their teaching job in the States.

[@violetash9597]

I need the recipe for that Mizutaki (apologies for misspelling). I live in Michigan still, but lately I’ve been wanting to eat more Japanese and Korean food.

[@darrenroberts637]

You know some men want learn too not just pick up on women ..

[@ando1135]

im 32, wanna use teaching as the stepping stone but i want to learn the language so i can progress outside of teaching. did your jobs have resources to learn japanese or are there any companies that focus on teaching expats the language that are affordable? whats the best way to grasp the language quickly as a foreigner? any hint on the type of work you're transitioning into? dont have to mention location or name of company just like "it field" or "hospitality field"

[@spannajupiter]

I actually had a feeling you were going to quit when you talked about having a spouse visa allowed you not to work full time. Or atleast you would do your current job part time. Hopefully now you can focus on being more creative and what makes you happiest

[@FolkloreAndWhiskey]

Hey, I don't know if you're going to see this but all of your social media links on your main YT page as well as old videos are now broken links.

[@kinginci357]

I can’t relate to you now since I am still a teen, but thank you for giving some inside.

[@robertb1802]

There is a disparity between the tone of your introduction and that of your vlog.

[@NANNIN78]

Kelly, it's conifrmed. You were Japanese in your previous life, walking down the streets of Edo in Kimono. That's what I see in you! Welcome home😀

[@AnnieWayTrilingirl]

Good luck jelly ✨✨ 人生の新しいチャプターが始まりますね。

[@sonyaross946]

Kelly, I admire your spirit, attitude and determination. I'm 10 years older than you and only now am I fully grasping the importance of progressing (I'm outwardly 'successful' but have often tended to let the status quo drag on too long). Keep sharing your maturity and humanity...you'll go far in your endeavours 😊

[@JustCrissie]

My goodness, when you said "...but the direction I want to go, isn't that. Find your passion, make the decision and do it. No excuses. It's as simple as that." really hit me in the feels, I was about to full on cry 😅

[@suechun8871]

Happy Valentines Day... maybe you can help USA school use the all for one attitude ...the Japanese childern helping where they can when ever they can...that is a valuable skill.

[@sofiawren]

Lol I taught one year in Japan- was my turning 30 crisis goal. Completed March and now I'm focusing on my writing and business. It's been a side thing for 8 years but I have committed to a deeper level and I am excited. Every day, though, I have to deal with my own emotions. It's so true--this path forces you to go through all that healing every single day. I get up, dance as therapy or do tapping, and so on. That's what I usually need to do to really be creative and not freaked out. Much love, you're on track

[@thatteachernextdoor2422]

Ahh.. you totally get teaching life! I taught English in Japan a looong time ago, but it's definitely different from being an elementary teacher in a self-contained classroom in the US. As far as raises in the US schools (at least in my state), we have steps (years) and columns (degrees & units) that move along. Good luck with your new job!

[@xboobookittiex]

You're really inspiring! I'm 34 and still have no clue what I'm doing. I've been in healthcare so long I really can't imagine doing anything else. I definitely don't love it because you often work holidays and what not, but I guess I haven't found my passion.

[@ina79ful]

Just follow your Passion. Every Phase of our life gives us new experience and makes us better Person.

[@kasumikat]

For a second i nearly misunderstood your video where i thought youre quitting your Japan Job at 24 when youre actually quitting in your late 20s. I was gonna freak out that i might loose interest in teaching kids next year let alone going to Japan (im 23 and ive been doing girl scouts with kids since i was 15)

[@enns5366]

I'm so Happy that your taking the time to heal yourself. It's Amazing ❤️ that your facing your fears and taking this leap. I'm so excited for you. U can always reach English online too. I know people that travel abroad that do that to make a living that way they are just working from their computer. Regardless Good Luck. I'm rooting for yah🙏🤘🤙

[@iSAYfml]

Girl this hits me hard you are the only youtuber who knows what to say. I'm 37 and my dream has always been Japan but itself I'll never get there and that jam hindered.

[@siulg9243]

OMG I've actually been waiting for this the whole week xD I don't know what it is (my love for Japan aside) that makes me want to warch your videos so much. You're just so inspiring and full of life, I love it. And your editing is also great. Ok Bye now xD

[@m3lahneee]

Going through almost the same thing! I live in Nara and I just quit my teaching job in December! I was teaching for over three years. I also loved teaching, but my health didn’t agree with my job. So I’m on a spousal visa and I’m trying to find what I want to do now. My husband has been so patient as I try to figure myself out. Hahaha.

[@Snoopysnoopy255]

I admire you for being so brave and taking a chance,good for you..I am going to work after 2 weeks vacation and I am having anxiety .. last year I went part time because I just hate my job .. I am stuck because I have 4 more years to go..

[@aaront1381]

Wishing you the best of luck on this! As one would say: Life is a journey, enjoy the ride. 👍

[@aileen8492]

I really like to listen you and I always agree with your decisions.. I feel connected to you and your thinking as I am also in late 20s, I have also eating disorders and I also want to find my love of life and settle in some piece full country like Japan..

[@tahnialestari]

I've been teaching for almost 10 years, and I'm in the 4th work place for the last 4 years. It's been so good, so comfortable, but lately I've found that I need to upgrade myself, so I'm having tests to move to another place with new opportunity, so I can relate with you, I hope everything goes well. Good luck with your new job!

[@KittieGeorge]

As I advised before, working for any major firm's foreign language institute isn't so hard, you can be promoted and there isn't such romantically complicated affair. Only house-keeping will be boring because you won't be able to step in mama-friend community with compromising American individualism.

[@eddiehizo3365]

So sad you aren't with your husband anymore. You guys make a cute couple but what happen? You should get back together. I was very happy for you for having him in your life. This is so depressing.

[@DurEressea]

Sounds like a good and healthy decision. Good luck with the new job and I hope it brings more balance to your life! I also have to mention, that I died a little when you used makeup wipes on your eyes. You live in Japan, guuurl. You have access to fabulous oil-cleansers for a double cleanse that won't hurt the sensitive skin around your eyes. I think I've been watching too much Susan Yara, sorry. :D

[@heatherm9562]

I feel you on the bad gut thing! I had major stomach issues and did a whole bunch of scans and a doctor told me I might be gluten intolerant, which was a little odd for me to hear because my HIDA scan showed I had a high gallbladder function and typically gluten intolerance is a low gallbladder function... fast forward to me being gluten free, spicy food free, no alcohol, barely any caffeine, no sparkling beverages (I did all the latter after gluten free because my stomach still hurt and I felt sick all the time eating any of those foods outside of also being gluten free). I went to the doctor for a check up (different doctor than the one who told me to go gluten free) and she told me I need my gallbladder removed! She said everything will go back to normal and I won’t have gut issues anymore (or at least not as severe as I’ve had them). And best of all, I don’t actually have any food allergies! It’s just my gallbladder working against my body that’s making digesting foods really difficult for me. It’s hard have health issues and not getting a clear answer and feeling like you’re hitting a wall. I wish you the best on continuing your health journey and can’t wait for you to be healed! I know that feeling of being on the last race, it’s going to be awesome to not feel sick anymore!

[@danitasheree]

As a little tidbit, coffee is actually a Top source of magnesium (~5:30 in video), which benefits us in Numerous ways! So no need to beat yourself up ;-)

[@anna_m59]

In the states we have teacher shortage because teachers are quitting. In Chicago are they are school where they have to hire from China because they couldn’t find teachers locally. It’s on KZbin.

[@juliaclement985]

Hi Kelly, thank you for your videos, Could you please teach us Japanese ? May be the basics to start with ? Thank you :)

[@josefinemalmborg4716]

You inspire me alot ^^ big dreams and still down to earth! I'm excited to see where your business dream goes and I might be your customer to get to Japan ^^

[@shellyescalante3014]

i really enjoy all of your video, i learned a lot and hopefully i could visit japan with my family and i think its amazing country

[@vontristone5800]

I hope your new job brings you happiness and joy. I watch all your videos so I cant wait to see what's next.

[@elainefarley1895]

Kelly, How can my daughter get a teaching job in Japan? She can teach junior high English and grade school. Thank you

[@thecostumelady123]

Search through her videos, she has one or two with that information.

[@saranelson2031]

I would be super interested to see a "day in the life of a Salary Man" video from Ryuji's point of view. I think there are a lot of stereotypes that surround salary men/women and I'd love to se what's true and what's false.

[@kimwatts2157]

Bump

[@alprazzzzolam]

Your videos are always so inspiring!! Good luck with your new beginning and the start of the next part of your life ♥

[@tiapia1]

So excited for you! You have to be happy at whatever you do! Re: Patreon... Don't listen to three negative Nancy's. Don't let them get you down. Looking forward to your new company and may need your services! My husband and it want to eventually retire in Japan! Ryuji is such a good person and good husband!

[@tiapia1]

*the negative Nancy's...

[@CourtneyCoulston]

ahhhh i love your videos so much

[@soyosugawara2658]

congrats well done your teaching english to japan kid this is miracle so good luck on the talking on student.

[@JEE946]

You've near endlessly inspired me. ♡ my senior year of highschool was heavily influenced by you, my optimism and positive mind frame grew from your girl abroad videos. I took a gap year from school to work as (get this) a teacher! BUT a swimming teacher, haha! I don't mind the work, but I have different passions. I'm starting college this fall, pursuing the craziest of my dreams without letting self doubts hold me back. Thank you, Kelly, for inspiring me for the past 2 years. ♡

[@kaceycmeyla4737]

My son, who is 2, has drove me crazy today and you uploading is such a blessing 😩 it’s his bedtime so I get to watch this undisturbed 🙌🏻

[@kaceycmeyla4737]

Makrothymia mine has started to refuse nap time and then proceeds to be super grumpy all day because he’s tired 🙄

[@marklola12]

That issue with teaching adults....it's men yes but clearly Japanese men have major issues with bondries

[@jathebest2835]

I have been watching Kelly's videos to improve my English and get some new perspective from the one who lives a different life than me. I can't watch all of your videos because of my schedule but this video means a lot! Only you know yourself, true being, what you really want to pursue. Everyone's life is different and I respect your decision. Always support and prayer from South Korea. Peace😎🤞응원합니다:)

[@lauraelainedesilets1189]

Im happy and proud of you. You are married..its between you both. What is important is your health. You can do this. Going forward into newness is scarey but will work out. Everything will be okay. Love you from Los Angeles 💗

[@Lisallamaa]

What's crazy Kelly is that you ARE really good at KZbin. Like you are extremely talented at making videos. They're always really well done and the quality is great, you can tell you put heart into every video. The problem isn't that you aren't good at it but that you aren't loud & annoying enough to be a billion-view KZbinr haha. As much as I've loved YT since it began when I was in High School, it's changed and the most popular Videos aren't heartfelt, artistic ones like yours and others I love. With all that said though, I don't think it's all that reliable like you said, since trends change SO rapidly and you can't just be yourself and be successful forever on YT. And girl I'm SO proud and inspired to see you chasing your passion out there in the real world. I see more and more women being brave enough to do this and they're rising to the top and being beacons of hope for other women. So you do it, take the leap, work as hard as you can, and you will do it, no doubts.

[@astoldbykat]

Good luck with the transition! Teaching is NOT an easy job, and I laugh myself silly when a newcomer to Korea thinks it will be. It's definitely not for everyone, but I'm glad you enjoyed it for so long :) I hope you continue to follow this path that's bringing you so much happiness~ (I also want to say thank you for the GA series; I've been watching it since you started it, and it's continuing to get me excited about my move to Japan in March)

[@michelle10261]

Well I turn 59 next week. Go for it There is no heard in trying. Thank you for shering your video from Michelle in australia. I worked in childcare and I love it so much. I also worked in age care that was great.

[@meghansmith7884]

Ur Stunning....Meow

[@missydeluxe3174]

I've been waiting for the Japanese adult male students to hit on me for years but no such luck. What's your secret???

[@geeryhandhika3057]

If i were you, i would do something that i love. I would keep teaching and help out children, where the work hour still reasonable, still have balance in life, to enjoy the culture, to have time to share beautiful moments and experience in youtube, etc. I wouldn't plunge myself to a workaholic company culture especially in Japan. You wouldn't have home, the company will become your home. You wouldn't have a life. I just saying, before you plunge into it, something to consider, deeply. Anyway, this is your choice. We appreciate your choice. We just don't want to see you suffer and regret later. Stay healthy and stay happy. ^__^

[@stephengacal8198]

Decision making is one of the toughest thing you will encounter from mid 20s-30s. Do you have any company recommendations for foreigners who wants to be an ALT?Thank you

[@DCIROCK23]

Do what makes you happy, stress are not good for you. Have fun, and enjoy your life.

[@Jennybeeeeee]

So what is going on with your health????

[@OllamhDrab]

Good luck in new ventures! (Also try not to have too big a crisis about turning 29. Obviously, you're just married, but in my case, that age came about and I was like, "You know, since I left home in my teens and went through all I did, I just eventually fell into partnerships with people that were good and sincere, mostly, but comfortable. (And someone I did care for died suddenly after I had just had a big cross-country move and etc) So I said to myself as that number 29 came up, " You know what I never did, really? Do dating like everyone always talks about. " So, I tried to do that. It'd be overstating things to say it was a total disaster, ....it wasn't. It really wasn't. But me setting that constraint may have overcomplicated a lot of things that, I dunno, never fit that 'normal dating' pattern anyway, I guess what I learned wasn't what I set out thinking I'd learn. I set off on that 29th year kinda determined to break pattern and and *date,* then meanwhile, looking back, I can see that's when I really slid into the familiar role of 'Handygal and mechanic to the tribe.' In your case, of course, you seem to have a happy new marriage and are determined to try out new *careers,* so, good luck there, and don't try too hard, I suggest.

[@snehamalhotra8486]

Hi kelly. I really love ur videos. You have been a real fighter never to give up . Congratulations on ur wedding. Im sharing a link with you . Its about a life transforming philosophy called nichiren buddhism where u chant nam myo ho renge kyo. Its not a religion. Its a way of life and will definitely guide you like a compass through everything whether its job, health, relationship etc. Please look it up . People have shared real life experiences. My life has changed and therefore want to share this with people around. www.sgi.org/

[@seykadagmar]

🌷

[@RioMatsuzawa]

Shiiiiiiiet, I made it onto a strawberry mochi video. Respeks fam.

[@samanthajaques887]

I love your channel, and you are so motivational. I’ve always wanted to live in other countries and Japan is my number one choice, but I was so behind in life that I thought it wouldn’t happen for ages. I finally figured out what I needed though, and even though I’m years later than planned, I know what I need to do. I have a two year plan to get me to my dream college which happens to be in Japan. I’m really nervous because I’ll have just turned 25 by then and will be much older than my Japanese class mates, but I can’t let that deter me from my happiness. I can do this and watching your videos help remind me of that!!!

[@johnree6106]

Even if you quit you are still a teacher. Your slife of life vblog not only points out benefits but problems you would encounter if you try to live in Japan. The travel you do shows the beauty and culture of Japan you show how a normal person adjusted to living in Japan and it's not like what is in anime. Most importantly you taught me no matter what is getting you down, persevere and sooner or later you will succeed and find your happiness. As you shown from not only fighting your sickness and going from someone just random trying anything to overcome it to making a plan to overcome, from going from as a loveless person to someone who seems to be making up for it with your husband. And now moving from the safety of being a teacher and starting a new life. Wishing you success in this.

[@rebekah3483]

Kelly, good for you! Leaving teaching (here in the states), for health issues was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do! So I feel your pain from that side of it, but I'm so happy you're at peace with your decision and actually happy to be moving on to bigger and better things! Also just wanted to say, you sound SO much less congested than you have in a long time!! Idk if that has to do with staying away from allergic foods, but I hope so!

[@soffhte]

It's not easy to get out of the comfort zone, and take a risk. But it will be rewarding, sometimes we need to take a chance to change our lifes. Like you said, no excuses. Congrats! Hope you achieve what you want

[@kat52218]

very thoughtful and lots of information about teaching in Japan and having a good attitude !! I've really seen you grow since I've started watching you !!! Good luck in your new life and looking forward to seeing how you are doing !! Love !!

[@mcnulty555]

Good luck with all your future endeavors! You are such a sweet and smart person. You have love and happiness on your side! You've got this girl! 😀👍😀👍😀

[@LisaKayGlasgow]

I would love to do your natal chart! If you don’t know what it is please look it up! Also I wish I could tell my story as you do. I was a teen mom, I had a child at 16 & 17 and no one had faith in me. I am now a parent of 5! Living very successfully! Also I work as a stna for 15 years. I went through the whole bad acne faze in my early 30ies, I gave up milk and a lot of meats. I hope to one day visit Japan. I love world studies.

[@java0880]

Congratulations Kelly on making this decision which requires great thought, courage, and confidence. It seems like your next chapter is to use your channel to help people transition to Japan - you have been fantastic and I know you will be even more creative, interesting, and useful. Perhaps you've already thought of this, but my suggestion is to not just think about your next chapter, but also think of the chapter or chapters after - does the upcoming job open many other possibilities that could interest you or satisfy a long-term plan? If indeed this is the case - go for it (as you are doing). Over the years, there may be so many others having similar channels helping people transition to Japan that that this segment might become too competitive or boring. Maybe there will be the Kelly Network that have numerous channels produced by others who become part of your "network" with a Japan angle covering many different topics. Or something completely different on your own. Life (and the future) is full of changes as you know - stepping stones. Good Luck!

[@rachelruthfrankle3905]

All the best to you Kelly. I have had a wonderful time on my working holiday visa here in Japan which comes to an end in May. I am definitely think this has been a worthwhile experience. I have met some wonderful people

[@_em_onade]

All the best Kelly for your new path! I have a teacher friend and ever since she moved into the education field (from another industry) she’s been sick a lot and also injured & needing to take weeks off work. I don’t know how teacher’s do it. Just know your contribution is so important and valuable but it’s important to not sacrifice your health.

[@takumi_forever7072]

Everyone knew actually atleast I hope they do that it was worth it to you!!unlike lot of other people who just do that for the usual thing! I tbh knew u loved it not just bcuz that u stuck around for so long bcuz the way you talked about ur job in some of ur video's whenever. U always sounded so so blessed!. And I understand it not bcuz I feel the same as u do about teaching but also in a general aspect. And gambatte for the new journey. 😃

[@Moon13Dreams]

Congrats and good luck on this next chapter of your life! I'm sure the transition will be rough with everything going on, but I'm so excited for you

[@claudiak.1302]

Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kelly! I'm following you for quite long now and your videos helped me to never give up and keep chasing my dreams. I finally managed to end the long distance to my boyfriend after 3 years apart and just got accepted as a teacher in Tokyo! I wish you good luck with your new career path and a bunch of happiness for you and your husband! 😭❤️

[@o0Yarrow0o]

That is wonderful that you are starting out on a new career. Such a big time with the marriage, job change, and brand name switch! You are radiating positive energy!! I hope all goes well, don't forget to take moments to relax or to yourself during this busy time in your life.

[@faav2486]

Everytime you drop a video i get very excited😄..Your mind is just as beatiful as your beauty..Your the best Mrs Morita

[@tashabellows6273]

So happy and excited for you.. may you be richly bless.. love your videos and thanks for sharing