How Fascination leads to your Authentic Self 🕯️Portrait Drawing, Gem & Book Store🔮 Cozy Art Vlog

I let my fascination guide me: woahh! ✨
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(If you liked the drawing I have an indepth process video up on my Patreon only this month)
In this Art Vlog we will draw a portrait, visit and gem & antique book store aaand talk more about philosophy stuff. Hope this will calm your mind
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[@salomesalomesalome]

Valerie's videos are my free therapy.

[@shockingdocumentaries4255]

I was telling some people how therapeutic these types of videos are, but I don’t think they got it. They gave me the same look Valerie says she gets when she tries to talk like this with the people she knows. 😒 A few of them are psychiatrists…🥴 I’m trying to heal from those kinds of toxic experiences by learning to trust myself again. And exercising my right to express myself without external validation by focusing on developing my craft as an artist and writer, PRIVATELY. Just for the pleasure of it. Grammar be damned! 🤪 I love finding things like this that bring joy, relief, clarity, and fascination. Especially when those things remind me, I’m allowed to feel good and can do so for free. It makes drumming out the nags a bit easier. 😏😮🤭😱🤯🤗😂

[@nmdetroit]

I second that motion

[@lobsangchonzom8714]

I agree ❤️

[@shockingdocumentaries4255]

@@billynotreaIIy Appreciating the therapeutic value of something doesn’t mean someone needs to pay to see a mental health doctor. It’s the opposite. The people who are so distressed they are having difficulty finding things that bring them relief, will find healthy clinical therapeutic treatment most useful. Assuming the therapy is better than average. 🥴 The end goal being to help the person to trust themselves and relearn how to find finds ways of coping that work for them, and empower them to strive by take responsibility for creating the life they want to live. Starting with reminding them of what we all knew as kids, even those of us who had it rough. We have right to feel good, we can trust the voice inside ourselves, it’s good to be fascinated about life (even if people mistake your excitement for being loud or opinionated)🤭, and our beauty is in our individuality.

[@mastro.man1925]

no cap 🧢

[@elysiumalien]

I started crying when you said 'I don't have anyone to talk to about these things." I feel the exact same way. I literally started painting because of you. You have actually changed my life. I will sit at my kitchen table painting while watching your videos because I feel like I'm spending time with a friend I would love to have. And I look around at all the supplies I have around me that I've never had in my entire life because of YOU! I have said my entire life "I can't paint, I can't draw, etc." You are amazing. Thank you endlessly for your content.

[@justthisonechick7068]

I resonate with her AND you! I often have few people I can vibe with on this type of level...I have just cone across her videos and am feeling energized to know there's other humans out there like me!!!!

[@elysiumalien]

@justthisonechick It's such a great feeling! Even if we don't connect offline, this is why I love the internet.

[@happilyeveralien]

Imagine if all of us could meet up and talk about art, exchange ideas and just enjoy being passionate about art in its many forms. Now, I don't paint or draw right now, but I'm a musician and I'm learning 3D art. And I just love art and philosophy in general. Just learning new things and being curious, open and welcoming to new thoughts. Sending love to you!

[@grasyaworld]

i literally did cried too..

[@eccaetchings5587]

Omg! We’re all kindred spirits! 🥲🥰🎨

[@lisamurray7086]

The universal desire - to have a friend that is a true friend and understands you. One of my favorite quotes by C.S. Lewis, “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.”

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello how’re you doing?

[@75Shelli]

So true!!! I love Lewis!!! ❤️

[@kariarvisais8588]

And here we are friends! 😃

[@miraalegre]

As an artist myself, you accurately described how I feel when people make fun of how I speak about something I'm passionate about so I lost the joy in speaking. Thank you for letting me or US know that we are not alone. Always a fan of yours, Valerie! You're an inspiration!

[@stargazer1359]

Isn't it sad how others try to dampen our light? Try not to let them. 🕊🕊🕊

[@valerielin]

Fascinating

[@Peace_core]

Just love your videos💙🥺.....

[@priyaillustrates]

Indeed ❤️✨

[@Audion]

🎨😂🤣🖌️🖼️

[@BriceKoua-11-11]

👁👁

[@lirtos5515]

you

[@artofjesskarp]

Deepest gratitude for reminding everyone that the answers are within❤ I loved that you picked up the shells and incorporated that texture and swirls into her hair. Shows how we are all connected 💫 PS. The streets are indeed so cute! I hope we can hangout together there one day 💖

[@kaylaking6919]

I just had to pause the video and comment. First of all I want to thank you for being such an inspiration. So much of what you say resonates with me which is crazy given how different our backgrounds are. I'm a 30 year old single mother from the United States and yet I relate to a woman who lives on the other side of the world. Two people who tend to feel alone and misunderstand but this shows that's far from the case. I often say I'm the most deeply feeling detached person I know which would make no sense to so many people but I know you will understand. I've started to ask myself why on everything. Like why do I like classical music and I realized its because it literally makes me feel magical. When I listen to classical music it feels like I'm being transported through time, past lives, different dimensions, I've gotten my best idea's while listening to classical music. I feel as if I am a more spiritual take on things and you gear more towards logical but it still aligns which for me proves my belief that we are all connected, part of the same source but having different experiences. As you talk about fascination it makes me think about fantasy and how our whole world was built on fascination/fantasy. To go even further than everything begins with one line, one word.... I'd say everything begins as one thought, and while something is only in our thoughts don't we just consider that fantasy. A brick could not have been made if someone did not think of a brick first. Something that has fascinated me lately is how abstract the idea of different countries, towns and such are. It's truly just a manmade idea because if humans were to go extinct that idea wouldn't hold up. I'm sure the animals and plants don't call themselves Asian, European, or American lol. So it makes me think there really might be a bigger connection to realism and fantasy than we believe so to go off your words because our fascinations has led to all of the worlds creations. I just had to ramble a bit, my inner voice told me to go for it or as I say my intuition. Thank you so much for sharing and being so open providing such a safe space for all of us to share.

[@Blick_Art]

This shows so well how each work of art is a meditation on many things, not just the literal imagery. Often, the colors and shapes in a drawing or painting are a response to something seen or remembered elsewhere, not necessarily part of the directly observed subject. We loved the gem store trip, too- great reminder that nature isn't just about brown and green. Every color of the spectrum occurs somewhere on earth if we seek it out!

[@kellyramirez7465]

I enjoy Thought Time with Valerie so much. It inspires me to think for myself again. When I was younger I questioned and was inspired by so many things, and growing up especially with social media our generation is bombarded with ads, people telling you what you should think, and politicians pulling at your values apart- it made me shut off my thoughts and shut off the outside. I was in a bubble where I thought "the world sucks and people are the worst things that shouldnt exist. Humans destroy so much." But this channel and you have shed light into the space and made me realise that not all social media is bad, and that I get to choose what I let in. If I find the beauty in the world, the world becomes beautiful. So thank you so much

[@andromedans0ul919]

"You make the world beautiful by paying attention"

[@ArtyAntics]

Talking was forbidden as a child, I learnt to talk through drawings. I made them in secret at night and the only person who knew I drew was my Dad. When he died I stopped drawing. When I started therapy I didn’t know how to talk so I began drawing again. Now I draw and write poems. I followed my curiosity until I found my voice. Like you I’m told to keep quiet, but I know what I have to say is important. What you have to say is important, that’s why we all come back here and why you have this space here with us.

[@sophiaisabelle01]

You’re immensely talented in so many ways. Keep up the good work, Valerie.

[@Alinda1308]

In Italy it's the opposite 😅😂 We have a lot of different gestures and each one of them means a precise thing. Anyways, at the end of the video I was almost crying because that's what I have been through too, I am so used to be alone and not to talk because of the same reasons. But I'm so glad that I have found your channel, your videos make me become a better version of myself

[@kariarvisais8588]

Thank you for being you! I am often accused of talking too much with my hands, and a boss of mine used to mock me and ask me in a critical way: "Why do you move your hands when you talk? Are you from Italy?"

[@MsLinda165]

@@kariarvisais8588 your boss was an idiot and I hope you never listen to people who talk like that. plus, is it a bad thing to be Italian? What the heck! You just go and be. your mulit cultural self!

[@mikha444]

Your videos are always so calming, inspiring, and even healing ❤️‍🩹 Thank you so much for sharing your art with us!

[@ambersioda5828]

Valerie means so much to me and she inspires me every day. Her videos always seem to come right when I need them and I can't begin to describe what a gift that is. In this video specifically, I have a question--what do you do when nothing seems to excite you anymore? I am unable to travel or experience many new things because of my schoolwork, my age, and where I live. I try but it's very difficult to find fascinating things when I am stuck. What should I do?

[@carina8806]

Hi Amber, I’m not sure I can say the right thing, but I surely can try :) For me it helps a lot to slow down, to kind of force myself to take care of myself. Most times, I will eventually realise I’m in a bad place mentally. Only when I accept that I start being better, getting excited again. It’s like I have to admit one part of the painting is not right so I can fix it. And it’s not pleasant of course to admit I “f*cked up” (bc I want to be good all the time), but it gets easier to accept myself every time I go through this process and see it works. Actually, most times I realise/admit I’m not fine when I journal. Simply set yourself a limit (like okay I will write a whole A4 page) and write as fast as you can. No going back for grammar or anything. Just write what comes to your mind - what you have to do, sth that happened today…whatever. Eventually, the deeper problems will come out. And once you’ve admitted you’re not fine it is way easier to understand why you’re not, and how you can change that. And from there, you’ll find fascination in the formation of clouds and dust on a shelf or any thing really. Just allow yourself to be excited when you are, and also allow yourself not to be excited when you’re not. For me, acceptance helps most to find peace. And from peace excitement grows naturally. I’d love to hear from you whether this helps or if you have questions on sth :)

[@Anadinkdink]

@@carina8806 hi Carina. This was, indeed, helpful. Acceptance of not being excited seems to be right for me. Instead of judging it, just acceptance.

[@carina8806]

@@Anadinkdink makes me so happy for you to have found that :)

[@candacenagle505]

The most essential thing you said for me today is to not be limited by trends. To be guided by fascination. Trends limit our perception and experience of life and our essential natures. To be guided by the miracles around us, unfiltered, is to be fully alive!

[@lahvena]

My mom was always the person I loved the most in my life, but lately I had to distance myself in order to save this love, or else I knew it would turn to ressentment or hate, so I understand what you said in a spiritual level, amost. We need space to be ourselves, and so does the people we love. Thank you for the video, Valerie. Its always a wonder listening to you. God bless 🥰😘❤

[@matteuslovat3328]

Sometimes I watch your videos and I'm amazed that someone speaks things I think and believe so inspiringly, thank you Valerie for being you✨️🇧🇷

[@mojoliu4932]

"Creating is recharging me" is soooo true for me, too. And I found creativity is a sign of healing~

[@NikkiSalazar.]

This is fascinating! Love it 8:56 (You can talk to us) I am listening. 9:02 * You are never stupid-no one is 11:25 (it leads you to create) 12:55 ( If people don't talk about you you're heading the wrong way) Have you ever heard the expression? "Dogs don't bark at parked cars." There's a reason. People only talk about people that are going somewhere. Honestly, they are afraid to look in the mirror to face that they gave up on their dreams. People want you to give up too. Misery truly loves company.

[@75Shelli]

Valerie, in a world that suffocates us with cheap information, you're an oasis of inspiration and beauty. My spirit listens and resonates with you. Thanks for sharing your beautiful existance!

[@thisarttired]

It was really like therapy. Yes right now I am alone and looking for a way out and I feel good by drawing. I want to know the inner me, I hope I can do it. Thank you Valerie my muse. 💜

[@fiqahaha1]

I just wanna say thank you for today’s video! This really helped me in so many ways! Been feeling very lonely lately and just felt like I can’t connect with people around me lately. Some people are just meant to be in your life only for a certain period of time. I too have friends who just don’t quite understand me when I rant out my thoughts and made me feel unheard and stupid. Being in my solitude really do helped my art/design in so many ways. Lots of love and keep doing what you do! ❤️

[@bonesandpinecones]

this is honestly the most beautiful video i’ve ever watched. i’ve been made fun of and shamed for talking so much and being so intensely passionate about small things. it has gotten to the point where recently i’ve stopped letting myself just go on those tangents with others because sometimes i realize people just don’t want to have long conversations about the same thing like i do. you’re reminding me how important it is just to live passionately. something about this video really just unlocked my heart. it may sound weird but my heart just started beating so fully and passion is just flowing through my veins. you’re such a unique youtuber. your content and discussions always fascinate me so much, watching your videos is sort of like a meditation for me. please never stop following your passion and never limit your voice

[@geminicris4586]

What's the treat of the day? Your vid! Thank you so much, Valerie, you have no idea how much I appreciate what you're doing...

[@donmcallister3745]

I’ve always loved beachcombing… finding different color rocks, pebbles or shells that catch my eye… especially beach glass which the ocean has tumbled into a smooth gem… they are gifts of nature… and nature is an incredible artist. They are there for you to find… bring home… and call your own… again… a gift. Being alone… or solitude is not a bad thing… some people just need and appreciate it more than being with others… that hold them down… I know this to be true… it’s just my nature. Thanks 🙏 for your videos… they also are a gift. 💐👌💐

[@lead8174]

Your content is so interesting, it feels relaxing, refreshing, inspiring, motivating... I think we're the same age and I also find it hard to find people to talk about "deeper" things to. What you say in your videos make me feel less alone in many ways. Thank you for what you do

[@judithfarr]

I feel everything you’re saying like an echo of myself. Needing to be alone, to be expressive and excited about some things, needing to be me. The absolute treasure of a quiet bookshop! Lots of love to you and thank you for your openness it’s beautiful.

[@mariam.mayorga2771]

You have definitely found your inner voice, and I'd say that it comes out with Art. I started following you because of those eye opening and vulnerable thoughts. ❤️ Loneliness brings around your most authentic self. :) Keep being honest and sharing those thoughts, don't ever feel shame of them as they make us more humans. And I'd say all those who resonate with you are wanting to connect the same way. Truly. I LOVE your style!

[@agostinaodierna6787]

I'm so happy every time you make a new video! In a world that is always trying to shape and control everyone's life, sometimes I start to forget that inner voice that can still find wonder in the little things, and your videos are always a reminder that yes, I still have my inner voice with me! And it wants to scream and shout when I hold it back for too much time, so I better hear it more often Thank you for being yourself, Valerie!

[@Pierrieful]

This is so amazing, watching your journey. You've come a long way, and this video shows that you really have it in you. There was and is a reason for the things that happen to you in life- people belittle you, call you names, etc. It's always an opportunity to learn something, to not listen to those people and to go your own way more. And if you are alone for a while and you find your inner voice, then miracles will happen. Your videos are absolutely amazing, the way you edit them, the music you add, the lyrics you say, the pictures you paint, the combination of art and psychology, absolutely amazing. Just keep going, because it'll be worth it one day. You're an inspiration to lot of people.

[@sarahcook945]

I love your courage to be ruthlessly authentic; cutting out ill informed critique, advertising, and materialism in exchange for your intrinsic wonder, curiosity, and learning. You are a gem of a soul. Keep up the wonderful work!!

[@Kingdomsrose]

Jesus Christ is keeping me alive , seriously. I literally feel nothing without Him..He keeps me sane , I feel beautiful and loved 💞

[@bellblue5527]

Where did your latest video disappear too? I loved it so much and wanted to share it with my daughter, but alas it's nowhere to be found? Help...

[@shlokagurav5436]

What was it about

[@aida087]

YES, good morning Valerie, I SO needed this and I absolutely LOVE your perspective!! I always look forward to your videos, they're always so calming and therapeutic for me!! Yesterday, I was in my local town and miss walking in my Downtown area and hope to start that again!! But I looked at my craft space and have surrounded myself with Art, yarns and crafting supplies" ready to start creating thinking to myself, "I AM a creative" yet, as always my "fear of failure and perfectionism" make me freeze into not trying!! But watching your videos are helping me lose my fear of failure and just trying to paint, and craft mistakes and all and you are SO right as far as your thoughts!! Have a blessed day Valerie and thank you so much for sharing!!❤️🥰🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@art.ouille]

She's such an inspiration

[@roxit4453]

I just want to thank you for always being there in the most unexpected situations, thank you for giving me a bit more light everyday and for making things seem more meaningful and some of them meaningless at the same time. Wish you all the love that exists

[@sketchwithmich]

"It really is the most liberating thing when you don't have to be scared to say something." - Valerie Lin Thank you, Valerie, for your calming videos. This is all I need to calm myself down for example during lunch maybe, on a busy day.

[@PacificNWGrl]

I needed this advice!!! My mom is coming to stay w me and I’m used to being alone. We’re so different. So I shall take my alone time when I’m feeling overwhelmed. Thank you!

[@vanvaneful]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us ❤ It’s fascinating to see how I can resonate and see myself in you , and I am happy to know that I am not alone ❤❤ So, thank you so much again 🙏🏻

[@anapayet9976]

thank you for theses videos Valerie, they inspire me so much and give me the courage to express myself too and create, i'm working on that but i realized that often i feel guitly and ashamed about expressing myself or assuming my own choices, and i tend to shut down myself. So i love watching your videos and when i see you create and just assuming your way of living and your words that just give me so much more courage and motivation to do so 🤍 just you saying that loneliness is the most true thing makes me feel heard and help me to allow myself to set boundaries and choosing myself, saying yes to myself, just wanted to tell u this i send u love 💕

[@hodatarek119]

why do i feel it's scary to be alone i used to enjoy it but not anymore please more videos about benefits of being alone without fear and how to deal with this inner voice i know you have more to express about it please talk about it in your next video with a painting or even expressing translating turning it into a painting

[@aida087]

Valerie I definitely believe in how colors affect emotions!! I am the same when it comes to red walls, red furniture etc, loud wallpapers or carpets, or just certain colors in general!! I love Earthy colors and pastels, they're always so calming and serene!! And you are SO right!! A friend of mine years ago told me "no matter who you are as a person, people will always have something to say about you, and not everyone is going to like you, and that's OK!! It's what you believe about yourself that matters most!!💕🥰

[@TheArtOfJerry]

Fantastic. Confidence. Wonderful. Creating amazing things and life. Thanks. Wow. You also love being alone, wow. The inner heart voice 💞. Happiness comes from me drawing also. great to entertain ourselves. I truly enjoy making music and playback my own music. I can feel you on your fascination on art things. Have you just read my mind? Haha.

[@bezawondwossen8990]

I really love your art, videos and life style! *:) You go girl!!. You really inspire me to be motivated and committed to do my art!. I'm sure you'll do the same to the artists all around the world 🌍. Thank you so much and keep up the good work!. Beza from Ethiopia! :)

[@shockingdocumentaries4255]

I’m glad to see Valerie has friends all over world🥰. Greetings from the Bronx, USA. 🖖🏾 Live long and Prosper. (That’s a corny American Star Trek joke) 🤓

[@Jessica-yr6qx]

Esse é o segundo vídeo seu que eu vejo. E sério desde que eu vi pela primeira vez um vídeo seu eu já me identifiquei tanto com tudo que vc diz. Eu também sinto que preciso de um tempo só meu, sozinha no meu canto pra recarregar a minha energia. As vezes eu me sinto esgotada quando tô junto de outras pessoas tendo que " socializar"

[@anjalisebastian4676]

❤I don't think that I've ever met a person that understands a person's “ inner voice “❤ Thank you for being there for me when I'm down your videos are amazing I've never seen a KZbinr that calms you and encourages you to improve yourself instead of just wanting people to watch their content. 😁 You're making the world a better place one video at a time .

[@bonesandpinecones]

i love going to my local bookshop! i talk to the guys who own it and i became a regular because of how fascinated i was with them, their wisdom, and their shop. it’s super unique, and honestly something i had been manifesting for a while. i ended up becoming liked by them so much that they hired me to do small things there once a week :)

[@EsmaAmyr]

Your videos have always inspired me and continue to do so. After the comment under the video you showed, I wanted to share something. About 3 months ago, I wanted to get away from the world, from people just because they didn't understand me. I entered the year 2022 thinking that this year I will get to know myself. As the months passed, I said, that's it, I'm finding myself. Everything was so good that up to a certain point, I thought it was really happening. Then it was 3 months ago. It was as if I had lost everything I had built for 24 years overnight. I was completely lost when I thought I was going to find myself. I was devastated, so to speak. Maybe it wasn't, but that's exactly how I felt that day. In the following days, this steadily increased. First I learned that someone I love can't be with me. Then the person I thought was closest to me did not support this issue and maybe even glossed over the issue without even realizing it. This really broke my heart. So I decided to walk away. This is something I normally do from time to time. I stay away from people for a few weeks, a month at the most. This time it wasn't enough. It's been months and I still want to stay away. Last night I had another small emotional breakdown. It affected my entire night. And I'm glad I made the decisions I made. It was good to stay away from people who didn't understand me. Now it's like I've started all over again. Rather than saying I can do this right away, I'm going step by step. I'm rebuilding everything. My personality, my fields, my ties. I feel like a little girl who has just started kindergarten. I'm standing in the corner and while I'm waiting for my turn on some subjects, I make little meaningful and meaningless drawings on the paper in front of me. I don't know if someone will say my name or if it will be my turn. But now there is one thing I know. Never too late for anything. And it's not selfish to think of myself first of all.

[@artrip]

OMG!! I feel you. I literally never fit in, I’m my life no matter how much I tried to please people. Me finding comfort in being alone has been such a positive thing in my life. It was so freeing and liberating not having to be anything other than me. I was never encouraged to express myself since childhood which resulted in me literally not being able to freely talk in me native language. I just don’t know the words lol. KZbin helped me so much to broaden my perspective and feel that it was okay to be myself through watching people like you being yourself. I’m so grateful for you being you. I will be me too and express myself so that hopefully I can inspire people to be authentic like you do. 💜💕

[@saltandlight44777]

Never stop being expressive even loud if that gets your point across never apologize for what you think or speak or believe...for when we acquiesce to those who would silence us or damand conformity to THIER ideals or beliefs we will loose who we are. Its so frustrating to me when others try to say "why did you say that " or "why do you believe or feel that way" because they ALWAYS finish that statement with what THEY believe think or feel and how i should change to agree with that...and they NEVER see what they are doing. I want so much to ask what makes your way ok and my way not ok... Just continue being you and when such people confront you simply smile and politely excuse yourself from them. ❤

[@trees4ndfl0wers]

Seeing the featured comment made me want to express my thoughts on this matter too! Right now, I am a high school senior/third year in the united states. So far, it has been one of the most stressful periods of my life! I quickly realized the limited time I have to develop specific skills and knowledge to prepare myself for university. Keeping that in mind, it has been so beneficial to remember: each challenging application and skill can be broken down into just small steps. Since I also hope to enter a creative field, the message about our power to create and give meaning to life and everything surrounding us was so inspirational as well! I often find myself intimidated by questions that ask me to express my true self or identity, but I truly feel so much comfort to think that the answer already lies within. I am so grateful for these videos and to connect with your messages Valerie! Thank you!!

[@alineneves6620]

The best art vlog ever.. and maybe because it is not restricted to art. It makes you think about life, about everything. I keep surprising myself on the amount of times I pause your videos to think about what you're saying. Love your art and love your brain..Thank you to put it all out ♥️

[@slwilliams75]

Another beautiful video ❤ You are definitely NOT alone!! at here are lots of us, out here, that feel just the same. Keep doing what you're doing 👏🏻💝

[@lindadigenova7225]

OMG Valerie...You are ME!!!! You are such a wise young lady!!! Yes, ALWAYS be true to yourself, learn to be with YOURSELF, find peace and QUIET so you can hear yourself THINK, and don't give a damn about what OTHER people think you should or should not be doing, what is GOOD for you, how THEY might do something different from you etc. The older you get, the more you learn this! The more you listen to yourself, the more you attract the things that are important to you and I agree, one thing builds on the next. You are sooooo lucky that you know this as a young person - your life will have so much more meaning for so much longer. So glad I came across your beautiful videos! (Of course there are NO ACCIDENTS!) This is the first video of yours that I've come across, but I will definitely look up more. KEEP BEING YOUR BEAUTIFUL SELF GIRL!!!! - Linda

[@kailacarrington5825]

It's so nice to find people who can speak our mind in a safe space. I have trouble with it since I was holding myself back.

[@jeanfitzsimmons2258]

Am So Happy Finding You!...Kindred Spirits will find one another...was raised to be seen and not heard. I Too Love Being Alone.... May peace surround you guide you & be always with you!~{{hugs}}

[@anju.paul.19]

"I need space, To breathe, To move To move my body And Expand my soul, Need a little world of my own.. Heart feels weathering, Wind that guides, With all i have Is left with mine!!... Now its time My body speaks, The words mouth which Couldn't seek!!... Unreal No!, Unsighted yes! For you my friend It's My real world!!.. Can't be soo,gracious and pure, For my healing lies, In my mind thats real -A.P (Ps- my first poem i wrote🙈...i know i can find real people here...thus asking for your reviews ...it would make me feel great if u would take ur little time and tell me..about how is this, what are the faults in it, and at which points i need to improve myself!)

[@homey4523]

Hi Valerie, I'm an artist here in Canada. I can see the weather is turning cold there now. Just like me I appreciate small things even when I was a kid like gathering small, colorful stones of different shapes. Artists don't get bored because art is therapeutic. We're curious to discover new things. I was inspired to paint something that is normally not conceived by the naked eye. I like to be alone when I'm creating an artwork or just merely enjoying music, coffee, snack, playing the guitar, reading a book, etc. What counts more for me is the present moment. A friend introduced me to a book "Practicing the power of NOW" by Eckhart Tolle. It made a lot of sense to existence. Nice vlog Valerie. Power on !

[@ceecee3339]

I failed my drama class project because I couldn’t still my hands 🙌 the project was to keep my hands behind my back and my partner used their hands to express what I was saying .. I could NOT stop ! Lol As someone on the spectrum i hate sitting still at all ! My whole life ppl stopped me from stimming ,it is torture to have your body movements picked apart . Fascination to me is like my “special interests” they become very consuming 🤩 Thank you Valerie your content is pure gold

[@Dudina66]

I m so happy I came upon your video! To all those who told you you’re too loud or you gesture too much, go tell that to people from the Mediterranean like me 😂😂😂. We are genetically made to be expressive with our hands, face, and body. I myself am made this way. And I get you on a very deep level. Thank you for speaking about this. I totally get the fascination part because that’s how I myself am wired. This is most probably a common sentiment among creatives. I have subscribed to your channel for this reason. Never stop expressing yourself in whatever way possible and most of all do NOT heed those people who in any way hold your creativity or expressiveness back. 😊

[@sarathisarathi2435]

I like that small laughs when you talk. It is cute. Even though you can't find words. Your laughs complete it ❤❤. You are amazing

[@w.l.g.randana6564]

Dear Aunt. You are very interest person in you toub. I like your sound. ☺💙 When I'm in free time, I watch your videos, I love them. I'm a teenage girl from Sri Lanka. 💌

[@atelosmixtape]

I binged several of your videos, and listening to you speak and express yourself has sparked inspiration, hope, and even tears from me. I feel like I can take on anything, and my mind has become so curious to think beyond what I already know. So glad this is your platform for expression because I'm sure you give many of us in this world who watch your videos someone to relate to and even drop some extra knowledge that we needed that day. Thank you!❤

[@Andergsteen]

I felt more magick in discarded marbles on the floor of the craft store when I was 8 than I do in the crystals I collect for specific attributes. So now I've decided I'll chose my tools and trinkets off the feeling I got when I was 8 and I'll just ignore the labels and description society has placed on the objects. You're video was so full of insight I could honestly write a whole book here responding to all the things you said. Instead I'll just say I enjoyed this video immensely and happy to subscribe

[@spxceBreeze]

alright, i'm only one minute in, but i feel the need to write already! i had always been a quiet, to-myself sorta person until i became an undergrad and moved to a new city. a few months in and i found out how much of an expressive and easily-fascinated person i really am. i felt complete joy every time i sat at the back of a bike with the breeze hitting my face when speed bumps felt like rollercoaster rides, or when my friends would share stories about their nephews or little achievements, or when a friend's mum would call me endearingly! every little thing would bring me so much glee and warmth and happiness, something as simple as looking at the moon or talking about legends or even economy, aviation or business. gifted cookies could make me cry, fairy lights would bring me good sleep, writing would bring me peace, stargazing would make my soul vibrate, my friends would make me happy, music would make me dance, cooking and learning and talking and doing dishes with the new people life brought me would make me dance and sing and cry and really, in the truest essence, every little thing had me live (didn't realize it would turn this long hehe)

[@smaroxygaki7616]

You are a beautiful person and I'm not sure if ever see this but really you re an escape from everyday life. You are like an unreal character from a fairytale a sweet person loving the art of living trying to explain it share it it really warms my heart cause I feel the same. I have so many thoughts every day painful and happy or just thoughts that I feel like sharing but can never. Anyway love u so much even tho you don't know me I hope you have /had a great day! ❤️

[@shwetapatel4746]

When i have that" i dont know what i feel and why i feel it ",, then i come to your videos . It levels me back with a positive attitude towards future .

[@itsthequeenfatima]

I really love this channel I rewatch videos all the time. Your voice and narration is soothing!

[@brodi-tylerdawson8849]

Such a simple video left me with such complex profound things to think about Thank you for reminded me to pay more attention to the things that make my eyes pop! 😃

[@onehalfcanvas]

"When was the last time you used your whole body to pronounce a word?" As a speaking doubt facilitator, I feel seen!

[@iffath_O.o]

Every human being is created based on a story, the story that was written thousands of years back when God decided to create the universe. Everything that will happen from the beginning to the end (the judgment day) is written on a Preserved Tablet (al-Lawhu 'l-Mahfuz). This is the predestination of our soul that guides us, because we're created to live this particular story. No matter we find truth about God during our life span or not, this is true for every human being. Back in school, I used to buy papers like pure addiction having no idea what I'm gonna do with those, I was just hoarding and bearing the yellings of my mum. Leading to university, the fascination of papers made me start a creative business, I became a paper illustrator, even a stop-motion animator. I always wondered how whatever I 'just try' ends up being way beyond my expectations! I was never taught art! Now I know it is divine guidance. A humble curiosity is the prerequisite for it. Stay out of trends, and let Allah (our Creator) guide you. Creative people are creative because they let themselves be spiritual. *Your talk made me cry and reminded these words I was almost being forgetful about. Thank you for being so honest @valerie !*

[@sceneryjay8791]

Exactly being fascinated by things is a way of life and living and being and it has been natural with me and I thought others were like that as well and they just chose not to go through this path but it seems like there are others who don't know at all

[@aliz4467]

The coziness, the openness, the escape to another place(I live in the US, Arizona) This has become one of my favorite channels.

[@fa766]

Hallo liebe Valerie. Ich habe dich vor einigen Tagen erst entdeckt. Ich bin so beeindruckt von dir. Du bist so jung u sehr weise. Du weißt soviel vom Leben. Ich sehe in dir mich selbst, als Kind mit meiner Lieblingsbeschäftigung Malen, Zeichnen. Hätte ich lieber nie aufgehört damit 😢Leider habe ich einen anderen Weg eingeschlagen. Nach soviel Jahren, merke ich, dass ich lieber Kunst studiert hätte. Man geht als Kind Wege, die man einfach nur gegangen ist, weil die anderen die auch gegangen sind. Man wollte nicht alleine einen neuen Weg gehen. Nach so vielen Jahren, habe ich wieder neu angefangen, wo ich früher aufgehört habe. Es ist viel schwieriger alles sich selbst beizubringen. Du inspirierst mich mit deiner Kunst. Übrigens die innere Stimme ist die Seele, die uns führt. Wer viel Zeit mit sich selbst verbringt u Dinge tut, die einem Freude bereiten, dann bist du vollkommen verbunden mit deiner Seele. Die führt dich immer zur richtigen Zeit zu richtigen Orten u zu richtigen Menschen. Liebe Valerie ich freue mich auf weitere Videos von dir 😘

[@Chopz_Art]

I thought being lonely is a bad thing. But after listening to you I realized that I also can enjoy being alone to recharge myself like you said. so Thank you so much Valerie for motivating us.. I wish all the best for your future . plz keep uploading videos like this. it means a lot to us.. much love ✨♥♥♥

[@raylanadamsdiscoverychanne2816]

That small voice is Our Heavenly Father speaking .... 🥰

[@snugglyduck6534]

Having traveled, worked in a successful career in NYC, and did all the things they say to do, it wasn't until I really started listening to what was being presented to me in reality that I started to piece it together - usually comes when you catch reoccurring patterns like numbers or have that sinking feeling of deja vu (pay attention). And that inner voice starts talking to you in your sleep, and you wake up with dots connected. You realize that there are no places on earth, only places we've convinced each other exist, so much that we've constructed dwellings and buildings and resurfaced the earth to realize these ideas, these places we call Berlin or London or New York City - that aren't even real - until we bring them to life/as long as we maintain them. Life itself is a metaphorical learning experience for a metaphor is the smallest unit to pack the most truth in (sorry nihilists - you missed the point of empty canvas). And when you see the true symmetry/duality, you realize something important: Art imitates life because Life is art. That's why you are needed more than those you call leaders who only wish to hold claim and run/ruin our ideas while doing their best to deflate and devalue you on the daily. So I feel the word authentic unnecessary since you too are a blank slate to be realized, your crafted self, your sculpted self is what you put forth in your performance on the stage - a valuable persona (don't undercut it) - it's your authentic self you get to keep to you and share with yours which is what makes it special.

[@radiantchristina]

I cannot speak without moving my hands. I am very expressive. I am so glad you feel comfortable here to speak your mind. Everyone needs an outlet. I hear you on the alone time. I cannot be great around others unless I get my time alone.

[@lizsmith3717]

YOU are a pure delight!! Thank you for being true to yourself!!

[@frannicollard3607]

Valerie, first off thank you. Why do I say thank you to someone I have never met? You make me feel inspired to keep creating. That I have a voice that is worth listening to, that I am not weird for being a passionate person and loving the arts and being deep. People do not understand me at times. We put so many masks on in this world. We cover up what we were created to be, sometimes because of others' opinions, sometimes from ourselves, sometimes from what I call the gargoyle that stops you with fear from stepping out. I feel like listening to you makes me understand myself even more. Secondly, your studio is also inspiring. How you decorate and how you create is so calm, peaceful, not stressful and difficult. I thought today, "I like creating a place of beauty". Making a mark on this world by creating a beautiful space, beautiful garden that invites all of creation in like a song, and beautiful art. It is essentially a legacy. You are creating a legacy. Inspiring others to go forth, small steps that lead to open doors. So thank you Valerie. I only found your videos yesterday and I have watched five so far. Bless you my friend.

[@GiselleOrtiz101]

“I genuinely enjoy being alone.” I feel understood for once. ❤

[@robisonDesantana]

O que te mantém vivo? Eu: Somem pela graça de Jesus Cristo

[@janedieuart]

Such a beautiful soul. Don't ever let anyone tell you to be quiet again Valérie!

[@fuzzydragons]

I use my hands so much when i talk i have hit myself in the face a few times lol

[@AngelDreamStudiosOfficial]

I love Love LOVE!! how animated you are when you speak as well as how firm yet soft your voice is, I see the beautiful colors that your words, and emotions bring out. a beautiful rainbow of color and Energy!.

[@zuzanarendlova6469]

Valerie, I'm infinitely grateful for what you do. I watch your videos religiously, they continue to inspire and motivate me. Listening to your voice and hearing your view of the world is like a breath of fresh air. I try to take your advice and not share my art ideas too often, to avoid having my vision disrupted, but I fail a lot of the time, because of my low self-esteem and need for validation. I'm working on it though. My point is, you're amazing and beautiful, and when I can afford it, I will join your Patreon so that I can be a part of your community. Thank you for being unapologetically You.

[@BinnucCe]

Blue mermaid 💜 fascinating speech 💜 queen of inspiration 💜my favourite 💞u make me feel happy 💜 love from India, Kerala, Thallissery 💜❤️❤️💜🙏

[@BinnucCe]

The light from ur heart ❤️reaches to our soul ❤️💜❤️..... God bless you dear friend 🙏

[@emmy_louu]

I want to be your roommate and best friend and make art and talk together because wowowowowow

[@Victorgarozi12]

I’ve been feeling so down lately, no motivation or meaning in life.. started watching Valerie’s channel three days ago, and it just gave me so much energy to live.. First thing I do in the morning is watching her videos while I have breakfast, and it just gives me motivation throughout the day, I just can’t describe it. I feel so creative and alive, and those bad and confusing thoughts just desapear. Thank you Valerie so so much, you have no idea how good you are doing me right now.

[@miragemirage3670]

Valerie, what happened to your last video? Was it taken down? Am I the only one not being able to see it?

[@hamiltonlucio6920]

I can't see it either

[@shlokagurav5436]

Yeah same

[@u___mn5450]

These videos make me see myself again and think about more things. Thank you so much 💫

[@neamarlen]

Your videos are fascinating, I Watch and rewatch them all the time just to hear what you have to say ✌🏻

[@Momooxteaa]

These videos are so comforting and this video was what I really needed to today 💗

[@karolsjoe3230]

So talented in so many ways, thank you for being an amazing inspiration!

[@emilymarte5086]

Some people recharge u. Be aware of how people make you feel. Love u Valerie!

[@nosenseinname9766]

Honestly, i love your videos so much. They give me that feeling of being understood. You're such a deep thinker and i love it. Thank you so much ❤️

[@digilioannamaria6076]

❤️💕😍

[@khanchaman9908]

I saw the tears in your eyes which shines when you say that " thank you so much " I can feel that pain , and I saw gratitude that tears have mix of emotions , I just love how pure real your videos and your thoughts are! Real is rare and fake is everywhere. you are rare unique and beautiful I love to listen you talking like this an hours I always think why this videos ends. just say what you feel without hesistating we understand you and love you the way you are my dear! your videos is like a meditation from long toxic busy day . may Allah bless you with more then you wish.

[@sunnni_]

Your videos have help me to be focused on my craft and be inspired. I am so glad I came across your youtube last year!! Keep doing them! I truly am working on being as amaazing in my craft as I have watched you since my craft is my freedom for me. Love all these videos, binging the other ones I still haven't watched yet

[@redsundarii5283]

Hi Valerie 😊 Deine Videos sind Balsam für meine Seele 😇 Ich bin selber Künstlerin und weiß wie es ist Bilder zu zeichnen die für einen selbst perfekt sein müssen und was gerade Trend ist mit einfließen zu lassen. Es ist genauso wie du es sagst man sollte das zeichnen auf was man Lust hat und welche Ideen einem gerade im Kopf rumschwirren😚💕 Ich würde so gerne mit dir über die vielen Dinge reden die du denkst 🥰Danke das wir ein Teil an deinem Leben und deinen Gedanken haben dürfen 🌹🌹

[@Verbsdescribeus]

Great question to ask one self - when do you look alive! I have been loving drawing since ever but I never questioned that. Thank you !