Study Abroad Diaries Ep. 1 - “the one about leaving”

[@nalan.688]

You sharing your experience has truly been one of the main reasons why I took the jump to contact my school’s study abroad office. Thanks for being an inspiration and comfort in my journey, Katie! :) I’ll be going to Lille, France for 2 semesters coming this fall! I look forward to more of your videos, per usual, and would like the say how amazing this video was!

[@katieblake]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing this 🙂🙂🥹❤️❤️ I’m so happy for you!! It’s truly such a life changing experience you’ll have a wonderful time 😆🥳🥳

[@cobydog456]

I've been binging your vids all week! I want to study abroad or at least travel to Edinburgh so badly. At least I'm doing it vicariously through your videos! Thank you and keep up the great work! -Ethan :)

[@katieblake]

Thanks Ethan!! I really appreciate it. It’s definitely a bucket list city :) thanks for watching!!

[@shannazie]

Wow, this was so brutally raw and authentic it actually made me tear up a little lol. I love that you're doing this video series, I feel like a haven't ever seen someone on youtube take their videos in this direction or be as real about study abroad like you. Study abroad is a dream of mine so your channel really is so great for me :)

[@katieblake]

Thank you for this Shanna! ❤️ I was very nervous putting this kind of content up so I really appreciate your kind words. I hope it happens one day for you!

[@reneexazz807]

this video is absolutely beautiful. you can put your thoughts to words in a beautiful way. the way of your editing and music choices made the video very nostalgic and comfortable. I absolutely loved it! :)

[@katieblake]

Thank you so much Renee! ❤️ thank you for taking the time to watch it! :)

[@rrations]

This is beautifully made. I'll be doing my master's in law at Edinburgh this autumn, and your videos really quell my anxiety!

[@katieblake]

Thank you so much! 🙂 it’s always so nice hearing things like this it makes me want to keep going! ❤️

[@RS-uz1bz]

This channel has become one of my comfort places here on youtube. I would love to start studying at the University of Edinburgh, and maybe in 3 years, I will. It feels nice to know someone who has been through it all :)

[@katieblake]

Thank you!! I hope it happens for you! It’s a magical place

[@_NadiaT]

I just finished my study abroad experience in France and this video nailed every single thing I felt during my time there. You put that feeling of not knowing who you are around new ppl (esp after a pandemic where we stuck mostly to ppl we know well) and it’s such a strange feeling to put yourself out there again in social situations especially when I want to be liked😅 great video, as always💫🤩

[@katieblake]

Thanks so much Nadia!! It’s always nice hearing that people relate! 😅 congratulations on finishing your time in France!! ❤️

[@Ohrealiyy]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Really genuine and beautiful video! I’ve moved abroad alone twice before when I was younger and moving to Edinburgh this summer for my masters at 27 but I’m still anxious every time. Especially after 2 years pandemic it’s even more scary with the what ifs. But love the last part when you said “go”

[@Sam-qn6vf]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, Katie! I am very nervous but excited to move to the UK for my masters. I love how real you are. Keep doing what you are doing! :))

[@aedennnxx708]

GOD GOD HOW DO YOU NOT HAVE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF SUBSCRIBERS YOUR VIDEOS ARE SO SO SO GOOD

[@meganb1725]

I’m studying abroad the University of Edinburgh in the fall and I am soo excited, but also incredibly anxious and scared. I really line your videos and appreciate how vulnerable and transparent you have been! I can’t wait to watch this series :)

[@katieblake]

Thanks Megan!! It’s such a nerve wracking thing to do but definitely worth it in the end 🙂 thanks for watching!! ❤️

[@worldofmehak]

Loved the way this video is structured and edited. I can relate so much to the feelings ❤️

[@LexaKaiia]

Thank you for this video 🥹 I am leaving for Ireland in six days and I am scared and excited and so all over the place 😹😩❤️ this video really inspires me and makes me feel less alone and that its okay to be nervous

[@GuadalupeMartinez-ue8qq]

I love this video and the way you format it💛

[@ruleofthree99]

ah man this totally made me cry

[@analicearmbruster6441]

I'm moving to Scotland in two weeks and your content has been so helpful and reasuring and just so great!! Thank you Katie, you rock!

[@katieblake]

Thank you Analice!! I appreciate you taking the time to comment it means a lot ❤️

[@hallekoepp1145]

Going to study in Granada, Spain at the end of next month… it’s just now starting to feel real

[@katieblake]

You got this 👍

[@Manzana-gc7tz]

"you can't turn around a plane - you can't - cause it's in the sky" too real

[@katieblake]

😎🙏

[@valentinatitova3134]

Oh Katie! I love your videos. It is amazing how much you reflect on your life and your improvements! I am so proud of you👍😊 At the end you even made me tear up because of your beautiful and inspirational words🥺🥲❤ Thank you for sharing you journey with us😚😘 greetings from Germany ❤☀️

[@katieblake]

Thank you for your kind words and for watching!! ❤️

[@luckyfriend82]

I love watching your videos so much! I feel so connected to you lmao like hey friend where you going 🥲. Your editing skills are really good and you truly just seem like yourself, super authentic and fun to watch. It makes me so excited to study abroad in Ireland!

[@elodiee6977]

Damn your storytelling is amazing

[@katieblake]

Thanks Elodie 🥲❤️

[@ellieplunkett7189]

a really beautiful video.

[@nhkumusicspace]

oh i love your voice

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

I’ve been trying to go to Edinburgh for the last 2 years but couldn’t because of Covid restrictions.. I’ve been living my future experiences of Edinburgh in my head this far lol which Gregg’s am I going to visit- what bus line or tram will I take- what is the walking distance to Calton hill.. Yada Yada Yada.. but I’m FINaLY going in October yay 😀! Enjoying your wee chatty vlogs I’m in Texas, btw..

[@katieblake]

That’s wonderful so glad it’s all worked out!! It really is fun to think about all those little things :) thanks for watching!

[@jecoliamesele1065]

I still can't get over it, what if I couldn't make it...God, it keeps messing with me

[@melisatel]

♡♡♡

[@okonkwoadah9502]

❤️🍕