VLOG: Girl's Day in Austin, What God has Put on My Heart, Learning to be Ok Alone

[@AmySarah24]

Smoothie tip: I always add cinnamon and ginger to add to the overall taste. Turmeric is also great, as long as you have the other things to blend out that taste! Chia seeds and oats also help bulk out smoothies 😀

[@tfeliciano1106]

You look beautiful! So thoughtful of you to get that for your sister! You inspire me to be more generous & intentional♥️ Also, FANTASTIC idea to use your story to reach out to teens. Isn’t is wonderful how God puts it all together to make it happen?!

[@abbyfer8705]

I personally think you need to experience personal growth a little more, and maybe find women bible classes, or join a divorced women group at church, before you start teaching or sharing with a younger group. I know it seems like you've gone through a lot the past 8-9 months, and that you've come far. But trust me, i was in your place once, and there is still a lot you will have to learn and experience on your own, some will be great things, some unfortunately won't be so great, before you'll be truly prepared to give and share your insight to others. You need to crawl before you walk, and it seems you are still in the crawling stage, where YOU need to lean on other women's life experiences first to learn from, as your own life opens up to receive more. There is a time and a season for everything.

[@HockeyDudet]

Michel thank you so much for all that you do!! You feel like a big sister to me and I am inspired by every video you make. :) You have brought me closer to God through your videos and I am so grateful for that, especially!

[@MichelJanse]

🥹🥹🥹 love you, friend

[@audreyboily9953]

I Fully understand what you mean about distracting yourself, its a great start recognizing it, and especialy wanting to improve this situation for better. You should be very proud of you, i know i am ☺️

[@ladytigerlili]

80% of all Texas wine grapes are grown near Lubbock.

[@lindsmarie2982]

“You don’t have to project an image when your substance speaks for itself.” This is very powerful and I needed to hear this today. 🤍✨

[@sportskitty]

Serves me right for watching an ad - Ticket to Paradise doesn't come out until OCTOBER!!!

[@cyndeestipanovich8956]

❤️you are so strong

[@bayodeadenike3099]

Fine

[@ricochetkitty7215]

Hi Michel - next time you go to that bakery Gati, you should try the Pao de Queijo , if it’s GF. Pao de Queijo is a delicious Brazilian cheese bread!

[@ekureedafedaniel2622]

Nice

[@SamWest96]

You would say God sent that high school group to you, I would consider it manifestation. Either way, it was on your heart and it came to you as it was meant to. Money has been very tight here and we couldn't leave my husband's tires any longer but just didn't have the funds to do it. We were going to have to take on debt to do it. I had a heavy heart and asked the universe for help. We needed £370 and on Friday I received a tax return of £373, 1 month earlier than anticipated. It was so literal it felt like a huge reminder that the universe (or God) is good and there when you need it to be.

[@ronaldroland7064]

Wow

[@jaalawhyte511]

Hi Michel, lovely videos as usual. This necklace you're wearing, where did you say you bought it from? Would appreciate info plz. Love from across the Sea 🇦🇬🙏🤗❤

[@kayliseanstett2396]

my name is Kaylise and when you said "my best friend Kaylise" the tears just started coming. I'm a new mom and seriously been craving a best friend and I've been watching you for awhile and feel like we're friends and so its amazing to hear you say my name because its so rare.

[@daniellefrank8903]

Because I'm so early, I hope you will see this, Michel. I just wanted to say thank you for some of your conversations about Christianity recently. I am a bisexual woman professor who studies things like environmental communication. I have been shunned out of the church many times, but seeing your views has been such a refreshing take. In fact, it has encouraged me to consider church again. So, thank you. So very much.

[@MichelJanse]

This means so much to me to hear. I’m so glad you feel welcomed here - I love you very much and am thankful to spend time w you🤍

[@joanneedwards5630]

Sorry you’ve been shunned by the church, I’m a Christian and don’t believe humans are up to judging unless it’s inwardly judging ourselves and whether we are living out God’s amazing plans for us, His kids. Please remember the Bible verse, ‘God IS love’. He loves you like His favourite kid except we are all His favourites as He created us each to be uniquely us. Sending love from Scotland, lovely to read your message.

[@ileanacarballo2453]

Good bless you, just go back to Jesus, don’t look at the men, Jesus loves you, He gave His life for you. Take care.

[@outoftheklosset]

Sending you love, Dr Danielle Lawson. Love, another bi gal pal.😘🌈

[@anthonycraddock6739]

Don’t go back to religion which bases itself on 7th century scripture which has no place in the modern 21st century. All religions are outdated views of man’s first attempts to understand why we are here . They were the times but these days it’s an absolute tragedy that children are brought up by dogmatic indoctrination. Child abuse in my opinion . Think for yourself with science , reasoning and rationality . They so hypocritical religions , teaching love and respect but as soon as you don’t fit in , like your sexuality or you leave they become the opposite . Stay away from religion . I live my life as a humanist . Respect for fellow humans and animals . After all that’s exactly what we are , animals, mammals. Some are greedy , some territorial, some psychopaths but majority are caring and sociable . See religion fir what it is, controlling, manipulative, deceiving , changing scripture to fit their agenda . Good luck in your life and just being you with no shame . Stand up to oppression and don’t care what others think just because they don’t agree and because they have outdated 7th century mentality thinking.

[@asiabudasia]

one thing I will suggest as someone who was in a similar group in high-school: it might be more productive to ask them questions like "what do you want out of a relationship, what things do you think it's healthy to compromise on" etc and getting to the bottom of why they feel that way and exposing them to the variables that could come out of those situations. Instead of just telling them what not to do/what things you did wrong. I feel like teenagers have a lot of people telling them their definition of right and wrong and it gets confusing and becomes easy to just stop listening to everyone, leaving you to just go figure it out on your own. It would have been more helpful to have someone meet me exactly where I was and try to impart knowledge on the specific views I had through conversation rather than vague/generalized lectures.

[@chrissiedcohen]

To add….many of us thought we had it all figured out when we were teens. Someone telling us something different went in one ear and out the other. How many people were told they were too young to marry, to be in a serious relationship, to start a family, etc.? Sometimes it works out, but many times it doesn’t. Most people have to figure things out for themselves, teens are no different. If only we could impart our wisdom (I’m 51, though not sure how wise I am 🦉) on them, but that is where the lessons come from. Just my two cents.

[@adrimonterroza_]

I started watching you very recently and ever since I found you here, I keep thinking of how much I would have loved to have a friend like you when I was a teenager. You're such a wonderful person. Your idea of a girl group would be so benefitial. Girls need healthy strong female role models, just like yourself. I have so much respect and admiration for you! Can't wait to see you bring this to life someday!

[@Blurggg]

yeah, you really should learn to be happy alone. it's the best thing you can do for yourself. people come and go. you have to be content with your own solitude. it's the truest form of personal freedom. best of luck.

[@laceegassman]

Loving the blouse and hair, looking gorgeous as always! I used to go to church alone all the time before getting married and remember how nerve racking it can be. I fell like it always turns out for the better though, God worked in my life every time. I’ll be hoping the same for you! 🤗

[@MichelJanse]

It is SCARY isn’t it! But always so good 🥰

[@nicolesifrin3800]

I soooo love you videos!! I get so excited every time I open up KZbin and see you've uploaded a new one!! I want you be your friend from Ecuador 🌹🌹🌹

[@rebeccameinzer8551]

" I am in imperfect role model." God has always chosen the imperfect. You are definitely being called to serve teens. I love you! I love your vlogs. I grew up spent my 20's and still live rural Washington State. I love seeing lives so different from mine.

[@LashonDCampbell]

I just finished watching your video 😀What a great job and I really enjoyed it. You have a very lovely channel 🥹

[@elecops9825]

Love the welcome home package! And it's hilarious that you casually and successfully broke into their apartment 🤣

[@MichelJanse]

Hahahahahhaahah any chance to be a spy like Nancy drew, I’ll take it ;-)

[@elecops9825]

The youth group sounds so exciting! I hope it works out for you, sounds like a great way to get actively involved with young people.

[@ThriveMarket]

💚

[@colleenq7]

I’m so loving the ministry opportunity to reach out to high school girls. Hospitality and just inviting people into your life is such an underrated and extremely impactful thing. My soon to be sister in law did this for me and now I’m saved and marrying her brother in 2 weeks! God is good!

[@rebeccamcclune4697]

Michel, I’ve been watching you for a few months now and you have very quickly become one of my favourites to watch on here! You’ve been an encouragement to me in my very different yet similar season. Keep doing you!! x

[@Moonrising1]

I know some people are getting sick from daily harvest. I know you are eating them. Are you ok? Have you heard about this? If not will you look into this? I’ve been genuinely worried about your health with what I have been hearing. I know they are a sponsor for this channel (and I don’t know what your contract is like) but I didn’t like their response to this situation.

[@chrissiedcohen]

I was also concerned about Michel when I heard about the lentil crumbles issue. When she mentioned in a story that she had a procedure I was hoping that she did not have her gall bladder removed as several others have.

[@aksez2u]

Michel - You must be an extrovert. Several days alone without having to interact with anyone socially sounds heavenly to me!

[@user19_89]

I think she should’ve put a photo of the couple since it’s THEIR wedding. She made it all about Jacqueline. The poor groom was kind of forgotten in that welcome home package 🙁

[@MichelJanse]

I didn’t have a photo of them as we don’t have the pics back from the photographer. (But can’t wait to see them, hopefully soon!🤍) Since I was MOH, I only had my film camera when getting ready with JJ in the morning. 🙂 Sometimes a kind gesture can just be that… a kind gesture! :-)

[@marissah3125]

I completely understand about learning to live alone. When i moved in my first apartment i would walk into my apartment and stand in the silence and then I’d run out the door snd go ANYWHERE!!! The crazy thing is I’m definitely an introvert! It’s a different kind of alone. It takes time, but keep doing you and pushing when it feels right and take a break when you’re overwhelmed! Gods always by your side! Bless you! Marissa

[@vuyiswa-fumba]

Yay, a Michel upload right as I end my day! 😍

[@tammykronenberg6059]

I appreciate you also sharing the bad bc I am so over everybody only showing the glam life. Love ur vids. Keep on posting. 💙

[@rondastothers472]

I love so many things about your channel and who you are becoming. I order through Thrive as well. So many amazing items and new products.

[@annequeen6544]

I’m 54 years old and I’m finally ok with being alone! When I was younger I would be in a bad relationship and was afraid to break up and being alone!

[@MichelJanse]

I love that you found that growth! So inspiring!

[@sherinannthomas6748]

One thing I want to say is that there are no coincidences. If this high school group was on your mind for a while and if the same was announced in Church, it means that God really wants it and that he wants you to be involved. It’s a very good sign. You should definitely join in and share your testimony with others and also help others grow with you. Everything that happens in our life is always because God is preparing us for something very important. I have always felt that for my life. May god bless you and keep you, make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you. It’s a line from one of my favorite song that I listen on repeat very often nowadays. It’s a blessing on our family.

[@spencerkeaton8234]

LOVE the idea of the youth group and praying with them!!

[@RachelsMemos]

Thrive Market is saving us money on gasoline! Makes for a larger discount. Running around finding groceries cost too much these days

[@stephaniechavira2924]

I wish I could reach out to you and be close to you! I wish we lived closer because I would love to be a part of your group but I live in NM so I’m far away

[@drlopez6755]

When you are alone you 'll have a better relationship with God. You will have all the time to take a minute to commune with God.

[@shanlon3213]

I feel like you could teach young girls that are not Christians aswell.

[@hannahjibola6544]

God definitely has your best interest at heart because you’re on the look out for the high school girls. God will come through for you

[@ChicReal]

I'm a Christian, Saved and Born Again. And I was in my mid 30's when I went through a divorce in TX. I didn't have family nearby for support and it was the most heart wrenching and loneliest experience I ever went through. But I learned some really valuable lessons which is also part of my testimony. God is so AMAZING because He helped me through the toughest and traumatic moments, and He was always there for me. The Lord will never leave you nor forsake you. Michel, it is so refreshing to see you being completely honest and real as you adjust to being divorced, the single life and being candid on how you deal with the loneliness. It's really cool how the Lord laid it on your heart to mentor high school girls. You'll be such a blessing to them! You know it's the Lord when he brings things to fruition. Much love and blessings to you Michel for being you, and to all who reads this. The Lord loves you all so much. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@unapologeticallyromel7096]

Love your channel 💕 and I never been to Texas before but hopefully one day.

[@stephaniecampbell8453]

Sounds like God was really showing you that the high school ministry could be an awesome outlet for you to serve and help high schools gals. Awesome idea 😊❤️

[@MichelJanse]

I am so thankful!

[@JYYB]

🙌🏻 agree

[@debbielynch147]

You are such a sweet person with such a good soul. You are on a great path to create a great life for yourself. I believe God helped you with finding a group. Even youth groups need good people to lead these youth especially today. You will have a lot of social interaction that way. Happy to see you come into your own. Enjoy the day.

[@nurseslectureforum4187]

Love the idea of youth meetings and interacting them about Christianity

[@melissalake2459]

I'm live here in Texas. I went to college at Texas Tech in Lubbock. Lubbock has some really good wines. Llano Estacado and Caprock are vineyards from that area. They're both really good brands.

[@allyssumrose]

Wow Michel that was awesome to hear how God answered your prayer for getting something together for high school girls!! I love the saying you shared!! It was so spot on!! Your girls' day with friends looked like fun!! It was so nice seeing your friends again!! My favorite part of course was seeing Max!! 🐾💕. Prayers & Wishes Lisa Hampton 😃

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

I loved your vlogs michel and I'm proud of you and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

[@havenshay561]

This this this! I’m going through this part in separation and realizing some of the same thoughts lately. I’m realllyyy trying to embrace and find solitude in living the everyday solo life. We got this!!:)

[@ahmedbabalola7308]

Girls make the world beautiful

[@isabellalacy9901]

Love the so much and I am so obsessed with your content! Thank you for being such an inspiration for me! I would love if you showed more of max! He is so cute and I hope he is doing well! Thank you for sharing this journey with is as you get older and wiser! Thank you for being such a safe space for me and being so encouraging and entertaining! I have been watching your old vlogs and I am so obsessed! Thank you for sharing your life with is! I hope you have had an amazing day! Ilysm

[@MichelJanse]

Thank you for this SUPER SWEET comment! I’m thankful for you 🤍🤍

[@cassandraboyer7068]

I am so glad that you will get to mentor young girls and help them develop healthy boundaries. Not worrying about projecting an image because your substance speaks for itself is powerful. Just be true to yourself and don't worry about impressing others

[@kaitlynkovacs6502]

Hi Michel! I wanted to say that I am so happy for you that you are happy!

[@kaitlync.2628]

I feel the exact same way about the “social tank”!!! Glad I’m not the only one. Also- love your Teens Group idea!! Soo crazy how your church is starting a group right now

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

Excellent idea to start a group for High School girls. It would come across better with someone of your age and God has put this in your heart to do His work. You are so amazing and genuine in your car chats❤️❤️❤️

[@hephzibahudofia8967]

This was fun and really cool

[@stephanieburgess8217]

Your speech at the beginning about being anxious when you don’t have the social plans all the time and it affecting your self confidence hit home today. My rooommate moved out a few months back and we did everything together and now I rarely see this person and when I do it’s not enough time. I crave the constant interaction with the one person I have the most in common with. It’s so hard to find new people in my area that I have anything in common with let alone that much to where I’d even be interested in spending more than a few hours together.

[@melaniemackey]

Definitely go for the high school girls group!!! Although I’m married with kids, I still relate to you trying to be your best, authentic self. Thank you for all you post!

[@sarasayers1964]

Hi Michel! I have been following you for a little over a year now, I just wanted to say you are one of my favorites! I truly enjoy watching your videos and vlogs. I wish you all the happiness and keep being you! ❤️

[@annequeen6544]

Agree that smoothies are way overpriced, paid $10.50 for a grande size smoothie! Can make smoothies at home for a week for that price!

[@MichelJanse]

Isn’t it crazy?😂

[@valeriejkelly]

Same for acai bowls, super easy and cheap to make at home

[@olabodegbolahan1095]

I am so glad that you are my mentor

[@joanneedwards5630]

Love that the Holy Spirit put it on your heart and prepared you for them announcing it, so cool.

[@sophiascruise2888]

Beautiful people 😍

[@stacyfakename]

Yes girl, go to therapy!! It's so so important.

[@adebolaadesina5946]

Good partnership

[@Doedee311]

Michel, you said something perfectly, “I’m an imperfect model” , having teenagers, well i used to, I can say that is the perfect role model to have because you are willing to learn along side of them, seek their input and share your wisdom. Go for it… i think YOU would be great.

[@oluwabunmioluwadamilola4185]

You look so beautiful

[@adeyeyefolashade9176]

One tin. Is I lov dis

[@chrystinita]

I love your content 💕

[@MorganPrinsloo]

I love love love to hear how God works! He gives the best and most personal surprises ❤ I'm so happy for you and totally relate to having to learn to be ok alone. Right now I am trying to build community as an adult and it's something that I think many struggle with but not enough talk about. Love you and your videos :)

[@opeyemieletu5379]

Nice video

[@francescabull7944]

Loved this vlog , have been watching for the past month or so and really enjoying your content 😀

[@christinahernandez1637]

Wow. That car chat!! Chills! I think that’s a sign!!

[@itsmyhannah]

The jumpsuit is linked instead of the tie top

[@kimlbk]

I turned on my notifications just so I could get a reply from you! Love your content!

[@agyakubemsenbenson9796]

I love that

[@nancyedwards4847]

This is so cool

[@lose999]

Your church must be very casual; church attire is so different these days. Is it just Texas or am I old fashioned?

[@Amy-wt7wq]

You're just old fashioned. It was 105 degrees out, people should dress comfortably especially in such heat

[@christiedavid8273]

Fantastic

[@melindamalloyculbertson]

Looking forward to watching this new video! Just want to say congrats on reaching 150K subscribers!! 😄🎉 Love all your videos, and I think 149,999 other people agree with me! 🥰 Blessings from a fellow Texas gal!

[@nnamdichima7246]

Lovely

[@sylvesterukor1748]

Lovely

[@dishwithdee]

The quote was awesome and It really resonated with me as well. Thank you for your honesty in all you do! The teen group would benefit from you being part of it , The world needs more people like you . Your parents should be so proud of you for the person you are .

[@olorunlanamuhydeen2245]

Good 😊

[@blessingilogu6529]

Good!!

[@junaiddare6500]

Nice

[@ihechukwudavid9332]

Nice

[@jumokeesther3743]

Nice

[@josepheboseremhen4708]

Good

[@honesthermc1785]

Cool

[@ayoolaadekunle8701]

Good

[@florindanitti8991]

Hi Michel! Thank you so much for talking about Thrive Market in your video! I have Celiac as well, and knowing there is a place to safely order groceries makes my heart so happy! Thank you! You made my day! 🙂

[@kimlbk]

Hi Michel! I have not turned on notifications on my KZbin for years. That is until you stated that you answer comments right after you post. I’m 61 and love your videos! Keep up the great content! Love from Fort Worth!

[@MichelJanse]

Awe! Hi! I’m so happy you’re here!

[@alexqtea]

I have a smoothie recipe that's been sooo good!!🍹 coconut milk, OJ, peaches, pineapple, mango (frozen, for texture!), vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, collagen, (scoop of coconut oil)!

[@לימורששון-ב8ע]

Loving you from Israel🇮🇱❤️.specially your friend’s back tattoo in Hebrew .means a lot to me.

[@KellyBeth]

Smoothie suggestion: since you mentioned mint, I wanted to say that if you like/can eat mango and pineapple, they are GREAT in a green smoothie with mint! One of my favorite combinations ever!! I've never tried it with a substantial fat source as well though, I will have to do that!