Stuck at Home & Stuck in Life

[@A_K48]

I've actually been thriving in this. I needed this break from life so badly.

[@Taylor_R]

😊❤️

[@nlou9689]

Me too

[@tinahuegel]

Aiga K It was the same for me. Since last year I didn’t get a break from life and shortly before all of this happened I started to force myself to stay home 🏡

[@lilywojciechowski9906]

Me too! I'm gaining more perspective and making a plan for the next stage of my life. My goal is to not go back to my office job

[@Madelope]

Same here, except mine started in October when I quit my job lol... was already taking a life break and then this happened, now I’m like “my life break is my life now”

[@Iphigenieee]

This quarantine came at a time where I needed everything to stop, so it actually helped me a lot. I'm a huge introvert and don't really need to get out that much, so it doesn't even bother me at all and I feel at the best of my condition. I finally have time to study and do everything I love because I don't have to stress out about stupid stuff. I wish you a very good day Taylor, thank you for the video :)

[@fakenamefakesurname5005]

I feel you, i feel stressed about going back to work again, staying at home it's so relaxing

[@mylesdulin8358]

I have felt so bad because anytime I say I needed this everyone calls me insensitive, and I understand that this is horrible that it’s happening. However, I was pushing past burn out and sleeping barely 4 hours a day when I would wake up in just panic everytime i fell asleep. My whole life was a mess and being in quarantine has given me much needed time to just stop for a little. I hope everyone is staying healthy and using this time if you need rest!

[@bubblesnblossom5233]

Honestly feel like the universe listened. I was so desperate for the world to just stop for a while. I mean the world is flourishing without all the hoomans mucking it up so it's not insensitive or negative to feel happy/relieved about this 🙂

[@ivycivyc]

Its so nice to know that other people feel the same. I feel like im finslly able to reconnect with myself, focus on family and hobbies that ive been struggling to find time for. :) thanks for sharing everyone!

[@TheSwauzz]

@@mylesdulin8358 That sounds like a waking nightmare. I hope you're able to go back to better circumstances when the world starts spinning again. That kind of stress will send you into an early grave.

[@glittery_cucumber]

Really appreciate your authenticity, Taylor. I see lots of very priviledged people these days who seem quite detached from reality, like Corona is a meditation retreat for everyone. You're not giving off that vibe at all, instead you're making relateable and encouraging content. Thank you!

[@iamryanlittle]

Good morning, Taylor! I'm Ryan Little. I'm really honored that you used some of my songs "Prosper" and "stress signal." in your video!

[@Taylor_R]

Thanks for making amazing music! 🤩

[@_alajmia]

شكلك عربي

[@AllMyInkHybrid]

Rly chill music! Love it❤️🍀

[@Lesyeuxbleus]

Ma'am we need a house tour..omg..

[@tim0lsen]

I’m so proud of Tom for nailing the coffee!

[@Taylor_R]

Same!! He’s been working really hard at it! 😊❤️

[@abelhapedras]

Same! I watched it and was like whoooaaaaa! He's like a latte artist!

[@tdaley]

Does anyone know what espresso machine this is? I've recently moved to the US from Australia and I miss having good coffee like this 😪

[@faepan]

@@tdaley It's a La Marzocco, so it's really professional, we use one at the coffee shop I work at. That one specifically looks like the Linea Mini, which is over $5k.

[@tdaley]

@@faepan thank you so much!!

[@caki3020]

everyone complaining how theyre bored at home, meanwhile im in bed for 4weeks with corona. i would give EVERYTHING to spend a day like you guys, just exercising and cooking and relaxing in a bathtub...

[@Taylor_R]

Yea boredom is definitely a luxury. I’m sure all essential workers/health care professionals/ people that are sick would rather be feeling bored at home. I wish you a fast recovery ❤️

[@caki3020]

@@Taylor_R thank you :) now if you could post one 8-hour-long video every day to help with my boredom, that'd be great :D

[@BaverIy]

Oh bless you, you not even allowed to have a bath? :( I'm soo sorry. I do really wish that Tay will make everyday 8 hours long videos, best idea ever! 😆🧡💚🧡💜💜🧡

[@owlislike]

Wishing you a fast and smooth recovery!

[@ricebeansrockroll882]

Same. I hope you feel better soon 💜 Im on week 6. Im looking forward to having the energy to clean and do my laundry. I feel like everything has a crust, including me.

[@arcanedame3015]

This has been so stressful... I’m 9 months pregnant, due at the end of the month. I can’t do the things I normally do to feel better and I’m struggling to sleep on top of pregnancy discomforts and anxiety about delivering in the hospital with all the regulations they have in place. No family allowed, just my husband and I. We can’t have visitors or help from family once she’s here. Some days I feel confident and I feel strong! Other days I feel defeated... I’m glad I can have one hell of a story to tell my baby girl about her coming into this world. But man... Just gotta keep my head on straight. Thanks for this video Tay 💗 I feel like it was a good start to my day to set me off in the right direction.

[@artemis7093]

I hope your husband helps you and takes care of you. I was in the same position as you, where I was pregnant and alone with just me and my husband, and when I had my baby boy (he is 1 year and 3 months old right now), my husband was so so useless and didn't help with anything at all. I wish you luck for your future times ♥️

[@arcanedame3015]

Artemis thank you 💝 I’m very lucky to have a man who has gone above and beyond to make sure I’m comfortable and happy and I think he’s even more excited for baby’s arrival than me. But even so, after birth life will change, stress will probably spike and I really hope we can keep it together.

[@maymay5812]

I hope you have a good delivery and a happy healthy baby. Your really strong you've got this ❤ I'm so proud of you. Even though it is hard you will succeed.

[@artemis7093]

@@arcanedame3015 one advice that I would like to give you is that you have to be prepared to not sleep at night, like, at all. When we returned from the hospital with baby, both me and my husband were tired, and when baby woke up at night crying, it took a huge inner strength for me to even open my eyes and care for baby. I am glad your husband is helpful, because once the baby arrives, everything will seem like they are definitely on overdrive while you are just mentally and physically shutting down due to exhaustion. It's best to divide the work and do them based on priority; you can look after baby while your husband can, perhaps, cook for both of you, and do other chores- like laundry... Again, the very best of luck for your future ♥️♥️♥️

[@victoriaphillips9296]

Lots of love your way! 💖💖💖

[@lisali1376]

I'm an introvert, so I don't struggle that much. I still miss my family and friends of course, and also it really sucks to live alone sometimes. But I'm still thankful for being healthy and haven't lost my job due to the crisis (despite working short time now). So I try to give myself some useful tasks, go for walks and talking/writing with family and friends. So far I'm quite good.

[@shynekrishiacervantes8054]

Me too. I worry more about when everything goes back to normal coz i don't know really wanna go back to my classes and work 😅

[@SashPeach]

That moment when you realize you're in the same position as the video thumbnail and its a sign that u should watch it

[@Taylor_R]

😆🙌🏻

[@helsdottir]

For me it sucks quite a bit. i gained so much weight, but i got more into my historical sewing hobby :)

[@Taylor_R]

I think most of us have Bc we’re just not able to move as much in general.. but it’s not time to worry about that.. just surviving and staying sane is enough ❤️ congrats on the success of your new hobby!

[@caki3020]

please exercise! for all of us who want to but cant :(

[@noeinroad7294]

So some good and some not so good.

[@sammymoonpie8264]

What's your historical sewing hobby? Sounds awesome

[@MarkandMarie]

Ooh, do you follow Bernadette Banner or Rachel Maksy?

[@fiat_maria]

I'm also feeling really stuck now. I always thought I didn't have enough time to finish my work but now that I have all the time in the world, I'm still not able to get things done fast enough for my liking. :/

[@Lakirashanee]

Tiffany S samee

[@Octoberstorm333]

We’re going through a pandemic so we can’t expect ourselves to pick a new hobby and learn a new language or paint. It’s not an easy time in the world, But it feels wrong not taking advantage of the time we have to do a lot so I feel the same

[@minamina99]

エミ Very well put.

[@hpatdh077]

I've been skinny for my whole life. Being a guy this is especially annoying. I've taken this quarantine as a period in which I'll be trying hard everyday to gain weight. I've already gained a few kilograms, it encourages me to keep going since I have a doable goal. Also I'm very lucky I can work home office.

[@themrdeadlift]

How skinny are you? Sorry if that's rude. What I mean is I'm like a 250 pound 6ft 3 Male and it definitely has health problems. Like I cant run as long or fast. Like guy to guy I'd honestly tell you to focus on your health. I just came off watching a bodybuilding video. So I'm kinda of a hypocrite looking at these much more muscular big guy thinking dam "I wish I looked like that and not kinda like jello". But, I dont think guys really ever talk about body Insecurity and I think we almost feel isolated when every guy probably also feels small and soft. Idk sorry for the rant good look mate.

[@abelhapedras]

I'm a girl and I have the same problem, except I'm not trying anything because I'm too sad at the moment yaaaaay. I hope you a achieve your goals! People don't really think of it as a problem, but gaining weight is actually really hard.

[@Aihg-hv8th]

I feel upset when skinny guys feel pressured to gain weight or get bukly bc that seems to be the ideal male beauty standard. I think as long as you are healthy you don't need to change ANYTHING. You are great the way you are! Don't change bc of other ppl or current beauty standards. I personally prefer a slim body type, I'm not into bulky bodies very much. You see, everyone has different preferences and likings. So if you want to change yourself imo you should only do it if YOU want it for YOURSELF not bc of society or whatever.

[@TheSwauzz]

As someone dating what people call a 'skinny guy', it's okay to be that way. I've never been so attracted to someone in my life. But I do understand YOU needing to feel okay in your body. I just hope you go about changing in a healthy and informed way. There are great resources on Reddit for you and many others struggling just like you. Good luck.

[@annalovesanime1]

I really recommend watching ghibli movies right now. they immediately take you to another dimension ^^ i recently watched Ponyo for the first time (10/10)

[@Taylor_R]

Good call!!

[@annalovesanime1]

😍 I squealed when I saw you replied. I’ve been watching your videos since high school and now I’m in my last semester of undergrad. Whenever I miss Japan I watch your videos 🥰

[@jankaaishakovacs7714]

My dog is start wagging his tail when he hear your voice or see you in the tv 😃 for some reason he really loves you ❤️🙈

[@1budgielover]

that's the most wholesome thing I've heard today x'D So sweet

[@vivienmartin225]

This video is so great. My advice to everyone is that if you don’t already have pets and are able to do so, adopt a pet from your local shelter. That way, you will be able to help a little animal and have a new companion to spend time with. I know that having my little dog has been some a great relief and comfort

[@michellebrooke1750]

Unlike other college students, I’m actually working over 50 hours a week while trying to manage 6 online classes now...I’m so exhausted and really wish I could get a break. Watching KZbin for a small portion of the day is sometimes my only break from an exhausting day so thank you for posting ❤️

[@alicecolor1244]

I truly have been noticing a big improvement in my personal mental health since I stopped checking the news constantly. I check the official update of our countrys main health institute once a day and then watch the news in the evening and that's it. Constantly trying to stay updated can (at least in my case) increase anxiety which can affect your overall immune system over time. I've had quite a big down in the last week (the 3 week mark for me) but I'm better now and it looks like my body and mind have come to terms with this new situation although I miss my friends a lot as they live all over the country and we usually visit each other whenever we can. Stay safe and healthy everyone

[@risuhana]

I'd love to see a "What I eat in a day during self isolation". I feel like people struggle a lot with either not eating enough (or at all) or overeating during this time which can make some feel really guilty. :o

[@arcanekel]

Hana S ooh I like this idea!

[@eunheS]

I've stopped eating a lot😔 the anxiety and fear doesn't make me hungry

[@thecollector5243]

I don't know about you but I really really miss going to a restaurant or to one of the food trucks for lunch!!!! I am so sick of my own cooking looooool 😂

[@risuhana]

@@eunheS oh oh :/ please make sure to fuel your body enough... and be kind to yourself!

[@risuhana]

@Oven of Bharat We are all good friends here :D

[@Elise-lv1gh]

I couldn't stop laughing when you showed the wedgie. I didn't see that coming.

[@Lladychuu]

I've always been an introvert who spent most of my time at home, but this pandemic really blew off everything I've been looking forward to for years. My graduation, my masters in Europe plans, my sister's wedding, and mostly my recovery from depression. It was just around the time that I got so much better, going out, meeting with people, getting shit done, I was so much happier and way more active. Then the quarantine hit like a meteor and I found myself back to square one struggling with depression again. I'm still trying to just let it go, but when you work for something for 8 years and it's gone, just like that, it's not easy to let go. Still struggling to adjust, even though I'm really not sure if I'll ever be able to get over it.

[@bubblyfluffball]

I relate to this so hard. I got my Phd scholarship offer (in australia) the same day australia closed its borders. I got engaged, and my fiance and I were planning a dream trip to Japan and korea in March-April since last year.... this whole thing really fucked my big plans over

[@koul3709]

You have to realize that everything is going to bounce back to normal in no time as this quarantine lifts. This is a temporary situation which is not going to divert your mental health journey. The journey has many pages, days, years, and chapters. One bad chapter doesn’t mean that will be the theme for the rest of the book. Hang in there.

[@Lladychuu]

@@koul3709 ofc I know that, but that doesn't mean it is not gonna make me miserable until it lifts. For however long that will be, Turkey has only been in quarantine for a month, but I know for a fact that it is gonna take us so much longer for this to end; because majority of our people our stupid and ignorant (that's a statistical fact, I'm not bashing my own country)

[@Lladychuu]

@@bubblyfluffball I'm so sorry for everything that's been cancelled for you too :( I guess we just have to let it go and get over it, as hard as it's to do

[@Yuuko1993]

i relate to that so much ;; i also struggle a lot with depression and at the beginning of the year i finally felt like i was doing better, having so many plans with friends to look forward to and accomplishing things, seeing the end of my studies come soon....and now all of that is entirely gone. Adjusting is hard, especially with knowing things will probably take at least a year to get back to normal (if it ever happens). I also feel all of my progress has vanished, and i'm doing worse than before. i wish you all the best, hopefully you will find the energy to get through this somehow. just surviving for now is enough.

[@user-lp9hu2er6v]

I love your content! I started watching you in 2015 and I’m really amazed of the way you have grown and changed as a person and social media content creator. After finishing a video of yours I always leave with lots of positive energy and inspiration that you gave me. I hope you are feeling well and love what you do because you bring a lot of happiness to this platform ♥️

[@kathrynt5899]

I'm alone with my husband and I Love it! He's my Best Friend & we've been learning to bake bread and try new recipes together. Its so fun!😊

[@TheShuney15]

As someone who needs to be constantly distracted and out and about, this quarantine has been super hard on my mental healthy - especially with so much exposure to social media. Videos like these and watching authentic people like you really makes me feel like I have a friend with me. 😊💕

[@liliaaaaaa]

I play Animal Crossing 24/7 during quarantine and it is so much fun ✨✨

[@gyqz]

I am glad I can get to go to work everyday for 2 reasons: -1 I get to have social bonding with my coworkers everyday as we know we are the few people that get to leave the house. -2 Working at Thermo Fisher has always given me a sense of pride for we are part in the solution to eradicate illnesses, but the last few months our line of work has become essential and very critical in defeating this world wide pandemic. I hope everybody is and stays safe. Thank you for putting out entertaining videos for everybody to take their minds off these difficult times. Aso : I have been loving Maangchi forever, so thank you for referencing her.

[@Aobokeh]

I just read your comment after coincidentally researching some eqpt on the Thermo Fisher website for my lab construction project. Thanks for the work you do!

[@gyqz]

@@Aobokeh Thank you for your kind words!

[@jayneegyed3785]

Thank you for this video, Taylor. It was very relaxing and encouraging to watch. I have been struggling a bit with this whole situation, but I feel like now I have some new things to try out to help pass the time. Thanks again, and stay safe!

[@KajaKubicka]

there was just something very calming about this video, thank you Taylor

[@yajayramejia8211]

I’ve been feeling soo scared. Almost every day Ive been crying because I worry about my parents getting sick because they work two jobs as janitors and seeing this video is making me feel like we can do it and that everything will be okay. I just need to focus more in my mental health. I just needed to get that out off my chest. - stay safe

[@kaitmarie8432]

The pandemic has made finishing college such a struggle but I’m trying to stay positive! Almost done!!☺️ I hope you and your loved ones stay safe❤️

[@1budgielover]

haha saaaame....I'm almost done and I'm just barely dragging my ass through my last assignments and studying for exams XD At least we can still feel like we're accomplishing something through this?? Hehe...Although I'd rather be accomplishing other things already. I've had enough of this. 4 years of universityyy >_> I'm doooone :P We got this though. Finish strong and off to conquer the world :)

[@charlottebrisco1123]

Yep still struggling! Reminding myself I've worked four years for this but the final struggle is so hard with all that's going on

[@bettyjane5778]

omg can we talk abt how therapeutic this video was! ur background, voice and food and basically everything made me so calm. love from india

[@givemeprimelaughter]

This video made me feel so cared for. You're such a beautiful person, Taylor. Thank you for your encouragement.

[@AaliyahLynnsMommy]

Waking up to a new Tay video, and my own coffee (while watching yours which was crazy relaxing)... legit secured my entire week to be positive 💗 Love you girl, THANK YOU!!

[@marimbamarcy]

Tay I know you hear this a lot but you look SO GOOD. like for real you’re glowing and your skin is sooo pretty. Maybe all this sleep we are getting is paying off 😂

[@findingfaith2683]

Thought I was the only weirdo who drinks hot coffee with a straw 😜 I love how raw and real you are. So many Ytubers put on a fake facade of perfection. Thank you for not giving ppl a unrealistic and unreachable things to compare their life or themselves to. Ppl do try not to compare yourself to anyone, success comes in many different forms. Being a famous KZbinr, being a fast food manager, being one of our brave essential workers even if your bagging groceries we appreciate you. Being a wonderful wife or mom. We all have different paths or journey's although yours may look different it is still just as valid 💝

[@MF_RanDie]

How’s your sister doing? Isn’t she a nurse? I actually like this style of your videos. Also way to go Tom with the coffee making! It’s looks amazing!

[@krisbadwolf9429]

Here we just watch our Governor at 4pm give his address every day. He starts out with a positive 'we'll get through this' and then shows positive tweets and photos from our states residents on what they're doing then gives us the number of new cases and what further steps if any we are doing. I'm learning more cooking, and discovering recipes weren't so scary after all (ones my grandparents cooked looked complicated) But yes, we'd like what you all have in a day. As we're all homebound having new ideas for us to use is always helpful. Hope you and Elbow-san are doing well!

[@joanofarc33]

You are right about not trying to do too much at once. I have been doing a spring cleaning and getting overwhelmed but realized that step by step, not everything does not have to get done in one day! The earth doesn’t need us, we need the earth. I agree that the world will not just ‘snap back’ but when it does life will get back to normal. This is not the first pandemic the world has seen and even after the historical Spanish flu which was far worse and killed millions the world did go back to normal. Thanks for sharing Taylo😊

[@tccandler]

Taylor is wise beyond her years.

[@escatumbar]

This video was so comforting and nice to watch... I know I am a little late to this but since I suffer from major depression the quarantine period really did a number on me, and watching your day just felt like a sort of a getaway to a friend's house. Thank you Tay!

[@emilysg]

These are great advice. Things have been so stressful for me because of all the assignments I have to do for school. I usually dorm, but now that I'm at home, I get distracted more easily and find it even harder to focus. Wish I saw this earlier, but I'm feeling better now because I do some of these myself too.

[@blairwalnuts]

This is my favorite video I’ve watched this quarantine. Relatable. Funny. But nice to watch and relaxing. Soooo good

[@Taylor_R]

🥰🥰🥰 thanks B!!

[@itsminah]

Thank you Taylor! Watching this and realising the differences that is happening around the world it truly made my day and wanting to achieve the goals and dreams that I've had to store away for so long.

[@fidelmontoya]

Yeah. What you said about putting on workout clothes first thing in the morning is key for everyone to listen to. You wanna get something done tomorrow? Get the clothes you need for that task ready the night before. Puts you in the right mindset...especially if it's clothes for exercise!!

[@rhyannonva2396]

I just love the house. The colors, styling, the treeline outside just UGH! :)

[@ladyblueye28]

Thank you for sharing this! It’s been so hard my husband lost his job but I’m glad he’s home and safe! I would love to see a video of what you eat in a day! I’m gaining weight and you eat so healthy! Stay safe ❤️

[@VitaTuggummin]

Honestly this whole thing hit me real bad. I was supposed to move to Japan but they closed the borders the week before my flight. I'd already quit my job and my living situation was temporary. I was super down for three weeks, barely getting out of bed. I took walks and showered and nothing else.. Which was what I needed. Now I'm creating a routine, studying on my own, applying for summer jobs and starting my new visa application... We'll get through this. If it has to hurt first that's okay.. We're all in this together ❤️🙏 thanks Tay for your groundedness through this. I shared your Instagram post from today with basically everyone. Big socially distant internet hugs to anyone reading this! We got this!! ❤️

[@67cia]

Thank you for sharing your day, Taylor. I really appreciate how genuine you are.

[@emmafranks8129]

This brought me a lot of comfort and it wasn’t at all preachy or promising to have all the answers (I hate when KZbinrs or influencers think they’re life coaches!) - it was just real and some things that help you that could help others. Thanks Taylor x x

[@TheBlueClover2012]

I have always been one of those reclusive self-isolated person my entire life. So seeing everyone struggling gives me a weird emotional detachment to the entire situation. I also have been job hunting this month but my depression is dragging me down so I'm kinda struggling but other than not being very productive in general, everything else is pretty normal~ Anyways, I wish you well.

[@worldaviation4k]

"if in doubt then just go out" is my motto, i'm sometimes in a lul in the morning especially when i am staying at a place with no view to the outside, i'm like "what should i do in this country today?" well i can't think so i'll just leave the house and get walking, only problem is that i have to return to the house to pick up the things for my ideas later. it might be working on my laptop or going filming or just walking around the city and eating trying to practice chinese or japanese.

[@budi1eldo]

I've been around this channel for quite some time now and I just wanted to let you know, that I really appreciate how you are and thank you for this thoughtful and beautifully made content. Take care

[@soraya4890]

Thanks for such a lovely cozy video..helps us all relax and block the negative things that are going on.. we would love some cooking videos...or walks outside of your apartment

[@bubblekittea]

I'm hearing so much "use this time to ____" I feel so guilty because I can't do much but get out of bed, try not to cry and distract myself with consuming various media all day. I feel so bummed out because I needed special mental health treatment that I can't do now, I wish I was at least free from this extra baggage so I could cook nice food or be productive.

[@ricebeansrockroll882]

You are doing the best you can, and Im proud of you for doing that. Just get through this, get your treatment, and then: concer life. And if you haven't yet, have a glas of water. You are great, you are awesome!

[@DessiMoreno]

Hi hi if you need a friend, like do yoga routines together, arts snd cradts actvities etc. So you can get inspired, I'm here.

[@ohdangmybad]

Taylor, this is my favorite video from you. It was insightful, authentic, and beautifully paced. So proud and inspired by your growth as a creator!

[@li-ly-li]

Thanks Taylor, your content is always spot on and you're a really good communicator. Lovely to see so much of Rosie too :)

[@leitastevens3406]

Thank you so much for this! The isolation is hard to deal with, and it is so easy to fall into the trap that it is just me. Stay safe and healthy, and keep posting!

[@jennatic2628]

I appreciate how much you understand and allow for any feelings people are having right now. For some reason, I'm only seeing posts from people saying, "don't listen to people saying it's time to be productive! It's OK if you can barely do anything! Times are rough!" Which is true, but I like to have equal parts of that and inspiration to be productive if you can.

[@dreamingofyoutube6077]

Thank you so much, Taylor, you are such a wonderful soul and hearing you speak about all of this has left me inspired, calmer and a little teary-eyed. This style of video of you talking your wisdom may be my new favorites

[@mandiedoughty4769]

Your happy yellow sweater is totally darling, but your attitude and life you bring to your videos truly inspires me the most ... keep up the awesome work and creativity!!!

[@LoraandTony]

My husband says the exact thing to me when he walks into the room in the evening. 😂 he goes “what smells?????” 🤔

[@Taylor_R]

😅😅 🤔

[@willowenchant7524]

It's nice to see this video right now. Currently in Australia (Victoria) we've hit our second wave even worse than our first one. A lot of people are in quarantine, but some of us are still working as we're essential workers. It's nice to come back to this, your videos help me forget and relax even if it's just for a little.

[@Chaochiw]

I've seriously felt like crap for the past four weeks for not getting things done in at my normal speed and seeing this video really helped me feel at ease with feeling that way. Thank you Taytay

[@kandiedkiwi]

I love seeing all of my favorite content creators finding a new found creative serge from Tiktok! It’s such a quick and easy format

[@skyes333]

Thanks, Taylor. This was just the push i needed. It means a lot that i get to spend a little bit of time w you. Stay well.

[@tdegraff76]

Needed this. Thanks. I started off strong and then my mental health fell apart so this was a good reminder to not give up. Keep up the great work you are doing

[@paulinaksiazkiewicz2834]

Thank you Tay for your chill, honest videos they're really inspiring!

[@LapplandKoi]

January and February were like a snow ball of dozens tasks for me. I was tried of everything and just wanted a break. And then the quarantine started like a refresh button. I used some days just to rest and recover. So now I feel a lot better. Damn I really needed it

[@sarahfernandes1621]

Soo good to see your videos during this lockdown. You give us all hope to be better versions of ourselves.

[@emilys_road4]

I love your videos like this one. You calm, steady positivity is so helpful and boosting for me. Even when I can tell you are stressed too, your honesty and realness is so comforting I know everything will turn out ok in the end, but the occasional lapses of feeling helpless and useless make it seem like it will never end sometimes. This weekend my boyfriend and I decided to revisit childhood a little and we built this awesome blanketfort in the basement and put cozy Christmas lights in it. I even set up the old super Nintendo So we've been escaping the darkness at time by chilling in the fort It seems silly but it is great. Again I love your videos, thank you for making content like this

[@katya3805]

I loved this video, it was so soothing yet encouraging. This pandemic didn't come in a good moment of my life and messed up many plans I had, one of them being a new job opportunity that had come up. But I'm taking it day by day and learning a bunch of new recipes which is something I'm enjoying.

[@saturn4rchive]

I loved this video so much, a lot of people are putting up the act that they're being productive 24/7, and while I know some people might not be as affected by this as others, imo we need to see more transparency from social media like this!! Thank you for making this video, I hope you, Tom and Rosie are staying safe and healthy!

[@tokikani]

Going through the end of a relationship, this time is doubly hard 😫 good to see you Tay

[@AmeonnaSal]

You always motivate me. Thank you Tay ❤️

[@AzzieSempai]

Wow, Taylor, thank you so much for this video. I feel like now (end of December 2020) you seem to cope a lot better for yourself. For me it was the other way around. In March-May (Germany lockdown) I was out in the garden everyday working working and really "enjoying" the first weeks of the whole situation, but now, being a student, I've been stuck at home alone since mid October and I feel like you described yourself (anxious, wanting to stay in bed, restless ). Thank you for sharing this (I only watched this video now ) Happy new year!

[@helantopia]

There are so many things I wanted to learn and do after my exams and now they have been cancelled and will be rescheduled. I have all the time in the world but I just can't get myself to do anything productive, not just studying even just cooking for myself seems like a chore even though I love cooking.

[@muzikelektronik]

Dear Taylor, many times I have wanted to let you know this but never did. I have a chronic (mental) condition that leaves me in a state of depression most of the time, due to the anti depressants I am taking it tampers it, so it's bearable. -pardon my English for mistakes as my main language is Dutch- so; what I wanted to let you know is every time I watch one of your vlogs you make me feel better. Like a vibe of what 'happy' feels like again, with your sillywilly things that you do and your intelligence and happy&sad moments that you share. I wanted to thank you for 'being you' because you really lift up the good spirit in people and I'm sure I am not the only one here feeling that way! You make people feel more happy and that is such a great gift. Wishing you the best in life, thanx and greetz from Vicki V from Belgium :)))

[@reinak1063]

I just want to say thank you for making a video like this. It was very much needed not just for me but for everyone :) thank you I really appreciate it 💗 let’s all get through this together. Just know, you’re not alone even in times of isolation.

[@wawis231]

The hardest part of my day is the morning too. It's so hard to follow through with the routine sometimes, but you are motivating me so much 😭♥️thank you

[@tudinail]

I JUST made kimchi fried rice for lunch too! It warms the soul

[@virginiapartaker1940]

Thanks you inspire me and give me some fresh ideas and I’m 71 .... take care you have made me smile at a difficult time in all our lives

[@dakotaredd1742]

Taylor, you don’t need to worry about the world seeming healthier while “we’re not a part of it”. People forget-we’re always a part of the world because everything we eat, wear, and interact with comes from it in some manner. The world “healing” from our lack of presence is a fallacy- it’s not our lack of presence, it’s our reduced use of fossil fuels and similar damaging forms of transport and energy. The world could be like this all the time if we changed to other energy sources. Signed, A Very Tired Environmental Sciences Major

[@1budgielover]

You're cool and I agree! :P

[@JessicaH-zs6yp]

Thank you for not pushing being productive 24/7 and letting us know it’s okay to have bed days! I’ve been seeing too much media around pushing to do as much as you can during this time, and it just made me feel even worse. I find by you physically saying that you have “bad” days too comforting in knowing I am not alone. You really gave me motivation too to do some simple things to help me keep going though. On a personal note, my Grandmother passed away a few weeks ago, and I find myself really stuck in mourning, as I feel like i’m mourning for her and our entire world on top of that. Thank you for the video though! It is very helpful and a motivator for me :D

[@Taylor_R]

I’m so sorry for your loss 😞 it must be incredibly tough for you right now. May your Grandmother Rest In Peace 🙏🏻❤️

[@JessicaH-zs6yp]

Taylor R thank you so much 💕

[@allietorgeson8317]

When you started talking about your Nana alone in the nursing home, made me so sad. I recently started a food service job in a nursing home, serving the residents their meals and some of them are so sweet and talk about missing their loved ones. I can't wait for the shut down to be over so everyone can go visit.

[@daniellikahong]

Sometimes I don't need to be "online", so I just turn off everything and just open a nice book to read. :) That helps also to get less anxious about the world we all live in right now. Thanks Taylor for the video you made. It helps me feel also less lonely and more connected too. :D Greetings from Belgium btw!

[@PSL_Lover2024]

Hi!! I'm just a random commenter. I love Belgium! I love the French fries and mayo there, I'm addicted now. Hope you're safe!

[@Hikari_28]

I just want to say I love you so much, I’ve been watching your videos since 2016 I guess... you’ve changed me in many ways to the better! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@AllMyInkHybrid]

Thanks for mentioning the importance of coping with these days at your own pace ❤️really needed to hear that right now

[@renateverhoeven5679]

It's amazing for me to see these kind of vids. My life is not that different from usual tbh. I live in the Netherlands, so intelligent lockdown means people are free to decide when and where they go. However, people do stay at home mostly, lots of shops are closed, all bars/restaurants etc. But I work in a supermarket and still work. Work is crazy. Just.. a three hour shift feels like a full day at work. I was never one for going out much (introvert!) so I don't miss much. I see one friend once a week, my boyfriend lol. Always indoors, we never go anywhere anymore, duh. And festivals etc are cancelled, so I miss those. But for me, life is not all that different. Is quite surreal for me to see these vids. But hope you're staying strong and happy, having a partner and a pet can make all the difference. I live with mom and our two cats.

[@HackYourHealth]

Great video, thank you so much! I completely agree, it's important to try to set yourself up for some kind of security for the next few months, or even years, as things are always changing, and we cannot know (those of us whose workplaces shut down especially) when they will reopen. I've been practicing music more, to deal with some of the emotional difficulties of being alone (I live alone with no closeby family). I've also found some days are much harder than others, but I know I will kick myself if I find myself at the end of this with nothing new accomplished. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective I found it really helpful.

[@briannadeg]

Yesterday I had an AMAZING DAY and I was so productive! Today I felt like shit when I woke up. I’ve been hiding in my “dark cave” playing animal crossing feeling guilty that I am not productive. But this video reminded me that it’s ok to have bad days during these uncertain and uncomfortable times. Love you and your videos Taylor ❤️ you are so real and relatable 🥰

[@crisphine]

I’m from Spain, it has been over a month since the quarantine started here and I’ve been having a hard time to keep up productive with my uni stuff and exercise/stay healthy... I already gained so much weight but food helps me to endure this lockdown and current situation. I was suposed to graduate from uni this year and now I don’t know what’s going to happen, I had a flight booked for Japan (my graduation trip, I have dreamt of visiting Japan for years now) in July which is almost 100% sure is going to get cancelled, my dad was in the hospital for a month... I just feel like my life is falling apart but I still keep blaming myself for not keeping up and gain weight/not staying as healthy. Things like this really help, thank you Taylor 🤗

[@Vickyzr647]

I loved this video ❤️ I’ve been feeling a bit down the past few weeks my friend told me she was expecting a baby and me and my partner have been trying for 3 years so it nocked me a bit and I’ve been in a little hole since. This video has really made me feel like it’s okay to feel your emotions but it’s also good to try and get up and start to focus on things that will make you feel happy ❤️

[@Taylor_R]

I know this feeling very well (the baby thing). Hang in there! You’re on your own journey that will work out best for you 💖

[@argo12]

Aww, poor Nana. That's such a lovely idea, to send her a gift package! My parents and grandparents have been gone for a long time and I don't have any other relatives in care homes - thankfully. I'm in Canada and those places are getting hit really hard by the virus. Thank you for the video, it was relaxing and fun to see how you are spending your time! :)

[@angel10691]

Hey Taylor. I know how you feel when you pretty much become stagnant or depressed (I have that problem despite the virus). I would recommend opening windows often even if just for a couple hours at a time. Doing that really changes the energy of my home and makes me feel like doing more. It’s like letting nature’s energy in and my negative energy out. Maybe it’ll do the same for you and others.

[@1budgielover]

Haha I agree :P Usually my brother or mom will come into my room like "let some air in, it's stuffy in here" and although I complain cuz I don't want to feel cold air I usually feel a lot better after :P Thanks to them hehe. I'll try doing that every morning though. It helps to hear the sounds from the outside and feel the fresh air come into the room. And like you say, let the negative energy out :)

[@tiff8346]

Same same sometimes I take a walk or just lay some calming music (studio Ghibli is my fave, it’s timeless n so uplifting) n do some self reflecting whether that’s thinking in my head or writing it down.

[@that_chicnic9645]

I am still working, but would totally be happy crafting at home! we do work shorter hours right now (6 instead of 10 hours) So my hubby and I have redone one of our bathrooms and the laundry room!

[@kaylahamilton6090]

Thank you for this video. I needed this reminder because I'm still working from home and as a freelancer, I'm struggling. I am so overwhelmed, I'm behind on deadlines and everybody is like "well you have plenty of time." It's so frustrating, but I'm blessed to still be able to work...but far out.

[@annzak4905]

You really are the best Taylor. Thank you for sharing your day with us. Stay strong, stay positive and, stay motivated. This to shall pass ❣

[@andrealouise4115]

Thank you for this video, it's nice to know that other people are feeling the same way! ✨✨ It's been kinda rubbish for me as I have just been so stressed about not being able to see friends and family, and I'm missing them so much. And watching the news just makes me so emotional. But I am keeping my self busy by running for 30 minutes a day and eating better! And doing positive things. Like you it doesn't always work out that way but I try and plan too! ❤️❤️😘💕💕

[@catalinamaria4014]

TAYTAY I'm a long time viewer and I just wanna say. THANKS FOR THIS CHILL COZY CONTENT. ILY

[@AnyaEsma]

Started my morning watching this and doing a light, intuitive workout and it feels good! Thank you for creating such beautiful content. :)