internal growth is more important than external achievements 💌

welcome to another cosy chit-chat!! 😚 go to betterhelp.com/unjadedjade for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help [ad]
hiiii friends!! as i said in the video, i'm trying to do more spontaneous, unplanned videos where i just sit down and speak from the heart. today's chatty topic is all about celebrating internal growth as much as external achievements. i reflect on some recent points of growth and invite you to do the same. lots of love always 🦋
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: welcome bbs
1:11 I feel compelled to speak from the heart more
2:51 Therapy and celebrating internal growth
4:14 Ability to have difficult conversations as an avoidant person
4:33 Being avoidant and handling confrontation !!
7:18 Your invitation to voice something uncomfortable!!
8:09 Best Framework for Dealing with Conflict
9:00 therapy rec!!
10:22 Embracing my queerness
13:59 growing up and feeling society’s timeline
16:01 reading eat pray love
18:22 the power of non-doing
18:41 casual magic
19:32 what internal achievements would you like to celebrate?
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Casual Magic of the Day: i made an 85-year old friend!! 🥹 i spoke to a lovely lady in a cafe reading the book 'The Untethered Soul' and we ended up having the best conversation. She invited me round to her house a few days later and I feel so grateful for this budding, local friendship. This is your reminder to talk to (kind, non-creepy-looking) strangers 💌
Song of the Day: so hot you're hurting my feelings by caroline polachek
Currently Reading: eat pray love
What are YOU grateful for today?
FAQ:
How old are you? ~ 24
Where are you from? ~ The UK! Near London.
Where do you go to university? ~ Minerva Schools at KGI
One of the best decisions you ever made? ~ Taking a gap year!
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if no one has told you today, you are enough. 💛

[@nora-gk7dz]

I remember that after you've graduated, you shared with us that you don't know where your KZbin career is going now or if it is even going somewhere because you cannot do study content anymore. But I truly think that your self-observation and reflection journey is so valuable to us that i think this might be the direction you're heading towards! I am genuinely happy to see you like this and am so grateful that you share your journey with us! Have a wonderful day you all:))

[@rooseemarry]

i am so happy to see you all bright and glowing, go you jade!! 🌷🫶🏻🌻

[@UnJadedJade]

eeeeep thank you thank you!! 🥹🌻✨💜🌞

[@joebardsley8426]

I’m so glad to hear someone else talk about how we get told to focus on the wrong things as we grow up. As children, we’re taught kindness, compassion, generosity and interest in others, yet when we become adults it suddenly seems so hypocritical as everyone says to watch out for yourself and do what benefits you most without thinking about others as much, if at all. We really need to remember early lessons in kindness all the time 💜

[@vivienbernhard4055]

your realisation that you're queer and all those obsessions with other girls in school were actually crushes is EXACTLY what I experienced! I always blamed my low self-confidence for looking up to the pretty and popular girls, but turns out my bisexuality is also to blame for that and not just my lack of confidence at the time. now looking back everything makes so much sense and it's almost funny (to me) to realise that. and as for queer/lesbians artists, I'd also totally recommend Hayley Kiyoko. all her music is great, and especially the song 'girls like girls' is such an anthem!

[@steffikreis2030]

Omg same! Thanks for sharing. I still struggle with imposter syndrom like every day and reading/hearing that others had the exact same experience feels so validating.

[@sariahkate1380]

I resonate with this! It’s been a long journey to unpack (and I’m still unpacking) what I thought was “weird obsessions” but instead were crushes. Thank you for the music suggestion too!

[@L8rellay]

💜 Nowadays so many people run from deep conversations, and they tell me that I take life too seriously. Thank you for reminding me once again that trying to understand everything better is one of the most fulfilling things in this life, and for making me feel less alone in this process! 🌌

[@ophelia3658]

Growing with u is such a blessing, I love you Jade ! 💕

[@UnJadedJade]

🥹🥹🥹 thank u for being here lovely friend

[@nikanika3381]

@@UnJadedJadeHow to over come, irrelevant inner voices or images?

[@morgan038]

Jade, thank you for talking about things so vulnerably and honestly at your own pace, especially "embracing queerness" and mental health, these videos are exceptionally impactful, thank you! 💜💜💜

[@mayafraser2086]

what you said about embracing queerness and how hard it was in your teens to express yourself is something SO relatable!! i was one of 'the lucky ones' and knew i was queer at the tender age of 11 but ive been closted to most of the people in my life since then. sexuality is such a personal journey for everyone esp queer ppl!! i constantly have to remind myself that i dont owe anyone anything and i have time!! one day, i'll go to pride and be so proud sending so much love jade 🦋 💜

[@cottagebirder]

likewise I knew from a young age but it doesn't always make it easier depending on your life situation. I'm still in the closet to my religious fam but that's about it these days

I’m a Brazilian living in a small town, struggling to find people who want to engage in that kind of conversations. People who enjoy exploring awareness, challenging situations, and growth. I’m super grateful for this corner of the internet. Thank you 💜

[@eyaamrach1699]

Hey! I’m trying to learn Portuguese and would love to talk with you 🥰

[@toniat.1738]

I also recently broke up with my ex and I've been trying to cope with it. Some days I'm perfect, some days I feel sad and hurt. One achievement regarding this breakup was that I muted their stories yesterday because I realized that seeing them and what they're up to is causing me more harm than good. I'm excited to get to know my single self and spend time with her doing exciting activities. 💜

[@franciscasilva8366]

The way I RUN to my computer/phone every time I receive a notification from you 👀 Every video feels like catching up with a friend 😌💜💜

[@lululolo200]

I've grown so much during the last 5 years of university and living alone on being kind to myself and having more positive thoughts and I'm so proud and happy about it. 💜

[@OliviaWilliams-vm9rj]

Happy Pride Jade!! From one sapphic girlie who is about to move into her first house with her girlfriend and start her first job after finishing uni this year in a charity for engaging disadvantaged students, I'm jointly so excited and nervous about the future! But I know I'm not feeling alone in this and being 22 has never felt more free!! Sending love and all the positive, gem-embezzled vibes!! 🏳‍🌈💎💗

[@hannamikulska9838]

"The worship and devotion of your everyday life" hit SO HARD. Thank you Jade

[@kathryngray2546]

💜 I am so insanely proud of myself for working through my internalized ableism. I’m finally starting to feel less guilty about being disabled and less guilty about feeling guilty.

[@irismeeow]

please stop supporting and advertising bh. thank you

[@123canadagirl]

Yes they are awful or my experience with them was

[@riaparmar8501]

Thank you for being so vulnerable and open, watching your videos makes me feel so seen. Also really glad to see you feeling more settled and positive, you look beautiful in this video ❤

[@gracieb24]

On a day of stress and feeling low, taking a lunch break and seeing this put a smile on my face. Your words are always so inspiring and have such a poetic quality that is so calming ☺️ 🦋. Also - I loved reading Eat, Pray, Love!

[@RikkeGade]

A new video from you today is just what i needed Jade❤️❤️ Feeling so depressed today. Thank you for exsisting. I’m proud of you girl.💜

[@UnJadedJade]

I’m so sorry you’re feeling low. 🦋 thank your for sharing so vulnerably!! Sending you the biggest hug and the reminder that you’re enough, exactly as you are. I hope you find lighter days soon

[@RikkeGade]

Thank you so much Jade❤️ I hope it gets better soon. You are also enough in every way. Biggest hug back.

[@fairyblueberry03]

Hi Jade 🦋 thank you for all the recent videos they've really helped me feel less alone in my own struggles 💜

[@laurengrant677]

The achievement I'm celebrating: I'm becoming a more patient person. I tend to take a breath automatically now when I'm stressed or I feel like I want to snap at someone. I don't always get it right, but feel closer to my inner self every day! Casual magic right now: Watching this beautiful video in a hammock on top of the barn I'm working in for the summer on a Camp America programme in North Carolina. Side note - I have literally come to the same realisation about the trials of British indirectness this week! Any tips on handling it as a highly sensitive person? Love you and your channel Jade 💜💜💜

[@ritsa_]

Hello Jade! I'm really glad to hear that you cherish these moments of life💜This is my first time commenting on one of your videos, despite being a longtime viewer. One of your instagram story earlier this year inspired me to write down one "casual magic of the day" daily, and I haven't missed a day since. I've recently started taking more solo walks, especially in the mornings, and I've found joy and purpose in feeding the stray cats in my neighborhood. It's become a meaningful part of my life. Hope you're having a wonderful day 🦋 Greetings from Greece!

[@anasagebiel3647]

Thank you for being here Jade!! 💜💜💜 I feel as though my internal growth over the last academic year has been my ability to grow my friendships authentically. I feel as though I know my friends so much deeper and those relationships are so important

[@graciousmarwisa9496]

My internal celebration is the fact that I’ve had a more positive mindset lately with my mental health which must be showing externally because I’ve been making more friends and people have been complementing my energy and positive aura from just one meeting which must be a good sign I think

[@OlenaPushkarova]

Hi💜Lately I've noticed my desire to chase certain people in order to feel loved.I also get so disapointed and feel so empty after thouse interactions because they clearly does not satisfy the need to be held,i gues ive started to come to terms with the fact that I just have to stop and feel the pain.I started not just spending time in nature but also sitting and simply observing, not trying to make the most of the time ouside the house by reading and something else.You're literally glowing Jade, im so happy for you.💜

[@clarissasavel4017]

One on my most cherished internal achievements has been a new found trust in myself. I can now voice my feelings and stand up for myself in conflict which feels SO energizing! Your videos have inspired me to show up for myself and listen to my intuition. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💜

[@Berryschweppes]

Thank you Jade. I needed to be reminded that internal growth, even just a bit, is a huge and beautiful thing 💜

[@vasundharaiyer1430]

I am so proud of you, listening to you makes me calm and brings a smile to my face 💜

[@theonewithskye]

thank you jade for such a comforting video. recently ive been struggling with constant feelings of uncertainty regarding a situationship and so im treating your messages as a sign to confront the person and receive a sense of emotional clarity which ive been craving

[@silvialogan9226]

Jade, I am so pleased how much you grew as a person mentally. You graduated from University and you are learning how to live on your own and be able to do stuff independently. I wish you a good trip in Germany.

[@honeyct9231]

I feel so much love and appreciation for you, Jade🦋💙

[@Chiara-mz1wz]

💜 A recent personal growth achievement of mine is being able to put myself on the same level as other people. For years, I didn't feel equal or worthy as much as others. I always felt that I was wrong in what I did, said, wore, thought... and that others were always right. I felt I was never enough. But now I know that there are a thousand ways of being and that no one is wrong or right, only different.

[@aell.e]

Thank you Jade. 💜 This is my favourite type of videos from your content, very heartwarming. 😊

[@liekebos7941]

💜 I really learned being comfortable being on my win. I love so many people and I love having them around me, but ai don’t need them. I wouldn’t ever want to go without them, but I know that if I’d have to, I could. That really gives me peace.

[@sofija491]

Thank you for sharing your growth with us💜🦋 it always feels so special to be able to catch up with you like this🥺🥺 something that I have noticed in myself this year is how much more I am able to embrace joy and really let myself feel it, that's something I was always depriving myself of and now it feels so liberating to finally feel joy💜💜

[@sophiiia0054]

I'm honestly so glad to see you happy, you go girl💕

[@tayalewis7868]

As a fellow avoidant of handling difficult conversations this first portion of the video mad eme feel very seen. Thank you jade💜💜

[@hamnahjujara3035]

Jade, I love you so much. I watch your videos either when I have nothing on my mind or I have too much on my mind and they end up giving me the comfort I need, EVERY TIME. So happy to see you grow into this gem of a human being. Thank you for reminding us to be mindful to be connected to our humane❤

[@freedee123]

Thank you so much for your energy!💜 I usually never take the time to comment on videos but simply wanted to express my gratitude for your honesty and vulnerability! I'm older than you but I'm really going through similar processes right now. It's so supporting to see people authentically addressing topics like mental health, non violent communication, queerness etc! Vielen Dank und hab eine wunderschöne Zeit in Deutschland, Jade! 💜

[@gogoig1208]

This channel really is my safe space. I've watched you Jade through everything and yet in every state of your life you're such an inspiration for me.💜💜💜

[@sanchipathak9325]

thank you for co-creating this beautiful safe space with us jade 💜i'm proud of my internal growth through exam season where i've learnt to be kinder and softer with myself, trusting in my path and being grateful for every little bit of casual magic 🌌

[@rooseemarry]

thank u so much for the timestamps 🥹 also, love the background! this is like a chill asmr video making me feel so calm haha 🤭

[@UnJadedJade]

awhhh thank YOU for appreciating them!! 🦋 I love structure too much hehehe

[@ASMRfleur]

Its VERY asmr!!!!!! ✨✨

[@baharspring8228]

My internal achievement is that I could forgive myself for many things! And that leads to internal peace and acceptance💜

💜 i want to celebrate my internal growth here.. i have made to this point where i really love to be with myself i realised that i matter too.

[@sejpatel245]

i love you and your channel jade, you inspire me to be my favourite and best self 🦋🦋

[@nagini7918]

Love this video so much 🦋 Currently struggling with self growth myself and seeing people move on with their lives while you feel stuck in the past. This video is so useful to just slow down and reflect once in a while. Knowing that we’ve already come a long way is so healing. 💜💜💜

[@christiebecerril8113]

Yesss we love the growth and openness! So glad you are having a wonderful time discovering and living!

[@user-uw2si5zk8h]

So proud of you Jade! You brighten the day.

[@paujo_]

This made me realise how much I have grown in the last year! 💜 Thank you for always inspiring me to go do the uncomfortable thing and do the things that serve me in non tangible ways! 🦋Will be sitting down to journal after this video 🐝

[@charlottegullentops8763]

💜 My internal growth: I've always been a "gifted" student and identified so much by my grades. I had a really hard time at uni because all my self-worth disappeared with stress and my grades. I finished my master last year and began working a few months ago... and directly signed up for a formation + certification. I started studying early for the certification (a must with Anki)... and I did not overstress. I did not kill myself during the exam and just after, in the incertitude of the results. I got the result today: I passed. But much more important is the sense of peace I had when entering that exam. "I did the best I could, and it will be okay. Even if I fail, it is not that bad... but everything will be fine, I am prepared".

[@aysetoonen4554]

"Fostering the non-doing", what an amazing sentence Jade! I'm watching this video at the exact right time because I am actively working on enjoying the current moment. I try to focus on my inners feeling and outer mundane surroundings and experiences. Life is so incredibly beautiful! But sometimes as humans our brain takes a trip to the future or the past, then it is on us to reconnect with our body to experience now at the fullest 💜

[@ruviver]

Your videos boosts my energy. Feels like someone is conveying the unsaid words of my mind through her own experiences and expressions.

[@celiamarchirantribes4973]

Been following you for a few years now, and it's been a pleasure to witness change and growth in your journey. You teach and inspire us to work hard, but also to look within ourselves, enjoy our own being and share our world with the people around us. So thank you, i hope to be part of this community for many more years ⭐⭐❤❤

[@nataliabrudkowska1984]

Love you so much Jade, you’re a constant inspiration 🦋

[@alexandra-jx3tk]

I have grown in the last few years - I learned so much about self-estem, my own worth, ... I think I am now a lot more conscious about my inner crtitque and d´kinder to myself. Furthermore I have so many little lessons I have collected in the last few years, those definitely enrich my life every day.

[@luiseoe1243]

Your videos are my casual magic 🦋✨🩷

[@UnJadedJade]

🥹🥹🥹 this means the world!! also hiiii 🦋🦋

[@luiseoe1243]

@@UnJadedJade hii, thank you so much for your videos, they always boost my mood and inspire me to listen to myself 🌸🌟

[@ellapalmer6260]

I'm proud of myself for working with my therapist on not trying to take responsibility for everything that goes wrong in my life, acknowledging I'm in a toxic working environment, and making the decision to leave 💜

[@lucielenoble2795]

💜 The way your words resonate in me and my heart is crazy. The more I watch your videos the more I realize that I have actually learn how to grow with you, and your words. Everything about observing how I feel, what really serve me, how can I solve this and using every difficult moment to empower me. Studying hard yes but take of myself too. Life views. There are so many things I've learned through you and I'm so grateful! Those videos are such a safe place for many people, thank you Jade 💕

[@Amanda.Marraa]

You’re so special, Jade! I almost can feel and touch your words and kindness! I’m really happy that you had the courage to say “it” outloud! A huge warm and friendly hug from Brazil, friend! 🇧🇷💜

[@estellaye6245]

i learnt i am okay even with rejection-- I have built confidence within myself so that i know that's ok! And i am grateful for the support of the people in my life

[@sophiacaporusso6437]

💜Needed and related to this vid sm. As a student, I have noticed that this is the first summer in many many years that I have truly been able to relax and do nothing with extremely little guilt! I can even sit with that guilt and boredom and remind myself that this feeling, too, shall pass :) Thanks Jade, lovely as usual!

[@Mikechiara10]

I'm getting better at taking care of myself by getting more sunlight, water, exercise and getting out the depressive hole I can find myself in. I feel my confidence growing, little by little we are getting there.

[@timiahvather2511]

I find myself gravitating towards your content whenever I am feeling low. Within the past year I have come to terms that sometimes it is better to release my hold on someone and remember the good times than cling to those good times as a way of excusing their actions. I've cut a lot of people out of my life and I feel like I have found some inner peace in prioritizing my mental health. As much as it hurts to let those people go, it was hurting more to hold on. I'm proud of you and how far you have come Jade💜

[@isabellaanderson4541]

Loved this! Helped pick me up. The realisation that when I am angry/arguing with a family member, the good parts of us both still exist, the reasons we love and like one another remain true and shouldn't be forgotten or entirely overshadowed (as I tend to let it by default, leading to alotta feelings of despair and further anger/distraught). Often just remembering this simple fact can make remaining calm during conflict and its resolution so much easier.

[@user-ik8jf4yk2u]

💜💜💜 one way I’d say I’ve internally grown is the ability to be OK at being bad at something: I enjoy dancing but have never been great at it and for a while because I wasn’t the best in the class, I wouldn’t do it at all. But the fact is if you enjoy something you should do it regardless of your real or perceived ability and I’ve gotten better at doing things for the enjoyment and the enjoyment alone

[@tapulja]

💜💜💜one thing that i want to celebrate on my internal journey is that i realised that feeling close to someone is not always about the words you say, the conversations you have. i used to think that this is what friendship boils down to... but now i see that there are other ways of communication, non-verbal ones! like dancing or creating music together, playing something, just being in companionable silence. i have finally found community recently and i feel so connected. i am so pround of myself for intentionally pouring time and energy into my friendships. i started going to dance classes and a space like this, where you can feel part of something without having to say anything, is just priceless to me as a foreigner who needs to exist in their second language (I am an Italian linguistics student in Venice), but has a lot of perfectionism around it. it feels like magic ✨✨✨

[@sophiesworld2803]

Hiii, I’ve been watching your videos for four years now, but now they resonate with me more than ever. In three weeks I’ll be moving out to live on my own for the first time in my life and I’ll be starting university in October. Your videos about life in London and making all these big decisions really help me. For the first time I feel like someone is honest about the challenges of starting a new chapter. Four years ago you taught me how to study effectively and manage time in high school, now I feel so understood when you talk about your life. You’re like an older sister to me, one that I’ve never had. Thank you sooo much, I send you millions of hugs. 💜

[@andi7124]

I love these heart to heart talks you post they are so encouraging (& are making me feel more comfortable and excited as I start my own therapy journey!) 💜💜

[@lethaljesusx]

Always feel so seen 💜💜 our growth is so often something we don’t see, but it is such a fundamental thing. I’ve loved growing with you over the years!

[@Itsmoisakina]

🦋🦋 I have been watching your videos since secondary school and now I’m in my second year at university! You are one of my inspirations to start my own channel and it’s been so nice growing with you ❤

[@milagrosteran2552]

Totally agree with the talking about things that make one anxious. I am doing it and I feel more relieved. Thanks! 💜

[@roosiding7024]

💜 So proud of you Jade! Loving the chatty, raw, open and honest videos lately💕 One way I think I'm growing, is that I'm finding some more joy again in my studies. I used to let the stress take over and Iwouldn'tt really enjoy learning and studying anymore, but recently I've been finding myself enjoying the process of learning a bit more again, despite the challenges and stress that comes along with uni

[@carolinetobin7272]

Omg the small internal success and growth are so hard to acknowledge. I have improved my ability to thrive while living and traveling alone. Was not comfortable with that for a long time! Proud of me and you!! 💜💜💜

[@user-lo8rk7zq9b]

💜 such a lovely video! I'm 19 years old und finished school last year. I went trough a phase of self doubt und struggles. After two weeks of biking in nature, i finally feel like I don't need to be fixed anymore. I'm good as I am, my body deserves to be loved by me and the world can see who I am. Honestly, i often hesitate to say it like that but it feels really liberating in this moment to announce it in this save corner. Thank you so much for the passion you put into all of this and the braveness to share your deep thoughts with us! 💜

[@hopemills3908]

Good morning jade ☀️ I’ve been very anxious about life and being alone lately but watching your videoes with my breakfast makes me feel like I’m capable of existing again 💜

[@kathoernchen]

💜 thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings!! I am a rather new member of the community here but in the past months you and your videos have helped me SO MUCH and I just love it! I feel like you and your content found me just at the right time of my life (I'm turning 20 this month, trying to figure out who I am, what I want in life, having to decide things about my future that feel too big for me to decide, feeling SO alive but also SO lost ahh) so THANK YOU again, I really appreciate what you are doing💜

[@Jjjulesss]

"I think i´m growing" is giving Fletcher!!!

[@margueritek1995]

Wowww, this comes at the perfect moment. I just had a really difficult conversation with my boyfriend after putting it off for a really long time. Thank you for sharing, we do deserve a medal for growth 🎉💜

[@sarahjenkins1378]

🦋🦋🦋 we are all so lucky to be able to grow alongside YOU! ❤

[@ladyfos-boss3195]

I am currently dealing with a lot of stress due to final exams and my decision to leave my country (France) to study in Ireland next year (with a risk of having nowhere to go in September because I haven't had my results yet) so I feel like I am constantly fighting not to lose myself… Your videos always bring me so much comfort, thank you for being so vulnerable and honest 💜💜

[@valerieohara3649]

Best of luck👍

[@paulatoja]

Jade, you are a beautiful human! 💜 thank you for sharing your soul with us! 💜

[@nancyyyxoxo]

Thank you for sharing your life experiences with us Jade!

[@lv834]

As my time in a student city I've called 'home' for the past 5+ years comes to an end, reminders of how much I've grown keep popping up everywhere. While I will miss this place, this beautiful life I've painstakingly created for myself and most of all these wonderful people, I am incredibly proud of the internal growth no one can see: I've become more independent, I've fostered friendships through rough times, I've learned to set boundaries, I've learned to not care so much what others think and don't let it stifle me anymore. I've become loud and outspoken. I've protected my heart and well being (even if that means temporarily putting a big dent into said heart). I'm learning to accept uncertainty and embrace change. I am happy on my own, even when everyone around me has paired off. I'm learning to be there for others while also putting myself first. Sounds nice but boy oh boy was it a hard journey 😂. Still, I wouldn't want to miss it

[@amanikarapplin4251]

💜 I'm proud that I appreciate and value the little everyday things far more often than I used to. And learning to listen to my social anxiety and put it aside when I want to connect with someone.

[@missb2537]

Okay, this started slow and then it hit right into my heart and soul. 🏳️‍🌈 Fellow queer here, so I can relate to a lot you mention about growing up / growing in general without proper and non-judgmental representation. You have sooo many like ‘wow moments’, right?!! To be able to realise ‘this is the reason I don’t like that and that’s why I’m totally okay with that’, is such a good feeling! And there is this new feeling of belonging, very subtle but also very good. I appreciate very much that you talk about the individual development we go through when we grow older, especially about the normative expectations of the mainstream society, of parents and all the things we expect from ourselves without seeing the broader picture of it all yet. I try to be less hesitant and as open-minded as you when it comes to interacting with people. Wishing you many true and happy moments! 💜💜💜 To the people criticising EAT PRAY LOVE for whatever relevant reason, I think it’s at least interesting that Elizabeth Gilbert is also part of the queer community and she ‘went through stuff’ too.

[@Crazyadventure2024]

I love your videos, Jade. Seriously, whenever you upload an I watch your videos, I feel so calm and like I have a chance to breathe and just…be. I love for you and am genuinely happy for you for your internal growth. 💛 And I’m doing alright, it’s always been my dream to be an actor and I got my opportunity to be in the ensemble of my location’s summer musical of Disney Descendants. ☺️💜

[@mia_anne17]

You are my safe space on the internet💜 I’d love to see more in depth about healing from a break up, going through one myself

[@graciec636]

Hi Jade, it's so helpful watching your videos, I'm half-way through my a-levels at the moment and it's so easy to just base my worth on external goals! (like those a stars), but watching your videos truly inspire me to become a better version of myself internally, and to not base myself on my grades - all your videos make me so happy! its like I'm talking to a friend! :))

[@lottedb7089]

Two and a half years ago I had severe depression and it is still hard to recognize and feel positive things. What makes it more challenging is people my age getting their first promotion, buying a house or having a baby. They're going on with their lives and hit societal milestones, whilst I'm dealing with this depression I never could have foreseen. I can see what they have is not what I desire, rather it's this feeling of not belonging that gnaws. I'm learning not to compare, and to focus on what's in front of me. The videos you share, remind me of what i needed to hear. So thank you, Jade, for creating a space where I do feel like I belong, and with that I want to celebrate that I'm still here, trying 💜

[@juyoungkimm]

💜💜feeling the societal standard is definitely something I felt after uni, where I felt all my friends were in the 'equal' playing grounds during uni, and now our conversations, day to day and values have changed based on their lifestyle. but their ability to fuel their lifestyle also comes from work/career/monetary availability. It hurt to realize the distance between friends and the divide between people but also something I realized was part of 'adulting'. 💜💜

[@iamrjdennis]

Proud of you, Jade! 💛

[@erindouglas9405]

Love you Jade! You inspire me so much to make brave choices in my life! 💜

[@charlotte554]

💜I love this video!! One part of internal growth for me is knowing that a bad day / a bad moment does not mean a bad life. I used to get so upset when I was feeling a little bit lower / sad / unmotivated for part of a day and think oh no my life is horrible - but now most days I accept those negative feelings so much better, I know they are normal and I will feel better again 💜

[@im_just_vidu]

It's so nice to hear about you finding out your own identity everything else. I'm glad you're slowly figuring out things & feel safe enough to share with us about your journey 💜💜💜

[@lucylani934]

💜 Jade, you have been such a role model for me for years. I truly appreciate you.

[@saartjepoezestaartje8216]

😭😭😭😭 I'm really soooo happy that you put out thee honest and loving videos, they do my heart so good.... I've been feeling scared in the world and not really trusting in love & light anymore and trusting that I can actually feel comfortable in my life but you give me so much hope because the moment I watch your videos, I recognize all that loveliness inside myself too.... I'm so grateful I can watch your videos, really!

[@swasthimaharaj9354]

🦋🦋🦋💜💜 Just reading the title brought a smile to my face because SAME. I've been thinking about this a lot lately. I think I'm growing too

[@megan.mcleod]

💜💜💜 this is so soothing and reassuring in a sense, thank you Jade xxx

[@flwr0495]

I just want to tell you I LOVED this video and I'm so happy for you and how far you've grown! 💜

[@catarinaquintas3724]

the light of your room is a casual magic itself :)