Weekly Vlog #43 - Settling into life in America!

[@MichelleAntonia]

I admire your candor in talking about the struggles you have in making a big life change. I feel like most people would hype up such objectively great, exciting things, and not be honest about the problems that come along with it. You'll get a handle on it though, you're positive, motivated, and have a lot of blessings on your side. It's great to see you, no matter what part of your journey you're on!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Thank you so much! I appreciate this a lot and will always be as honest as I can be online and in real life 💕

[@emmal9389]

I feel the same way about the food in the states. After moving from canada, its really hard to find good places that replicate the fresh and quality food you get outside of the states

[@p.schmwg903]

I just moved to BC, Canada from Europe and can relate so much with your struggles and the anxiety that comes with creating a completely new life and routine. Especially the food part - it really shows hoch much impact quality food and food that we are used has on our wellbeing!! Hang in there, it's good to know that we are not alone! ❤

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

It so does! I have never felt the need to go above and beyond in being anal about what quality of food I am eating because generally I don't have to in AUS! Crazy weird adjustments but glad I made them x

[@bradfordpedersen9753]

Morgan, you are going to be ok, the move you made is huge in your life. Its going to take a little time . Just remind your that your AWESOME. I know that you will Figure it out have fun .love you guys😎

[@danielarivera8072]

I loved this vlog and you and Steve! Thanks for keeping it real and showing not everything is perfect. You give motivation to keep pushing forward in spite of the struggles in life. ❤❤❤

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

The least I could do!

[@sayced7359]

I don’t normally comment but I just wanted to say Im also going thru similar struggles and seeing you work through them and be productive while taking time for yourself is really something I look up to and found I this vlog to give me a lot of optimism and comfort. So thank you for sharing all of this with us!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Love this so much! So glad I could be that for you x

[@autumnamber5568]

Morgan! I relate to you so much. 26, married within the past year and moved states, and it’s been soooo difficult. Even though it’s such a blessing and we have a ton to be grateful for. It’s still hard and I’ve really had to work on my mental health, too. I can only imagine moving entire CONTINENTS! I really admire you and your openness has helped me feel less alone 💕

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Woah we are actually in such similar situations! I do feel so grateful and are putting my mental health first because I feel like the minute I don't as this time in my life, I might crumble lol

[@gvasqu]

Love how you shared about how you’re feeling not the best anddd how you’re going to do everything to fix it❤️❤️❤️God bless you always you are such a beautiful strong person

[@daniellespeck8534]

Hang in there! We go through ups and downs in life. I think it’s totally normal. For every new chapter you have to find your new self ❤

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Couldn't agree more!

[@alexandrianewbill3792]

I really admire the honesty in your video. Thank you for sharing

[@sara_eliza]

I really enjoyed this vlog! As far as farmers and butchers, the St George Farmers market is amazing that is on saturdays. There’s a great butcher that comes, I forget their name. There’s also people selling fresh veggies and fruit. They also have a farm store on Main Street that’s open year round with good meat and produce 🤍 Santa Clara also has a great farmers market with produce

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Yay you’re an angel! I was thinking Santa Clara for produce and Dixie meats for all of our butcher needs but keen to try out the markets! The only ones I’ve been to here have been goods & clothes

[@sara_eliza]

@@MorganRoseMoroney Dixie meats is great for meat too!

[@ambu861]

Also an option could be a CSA Program if your area has!

[@lifewithnaz.]

Your videos are my absolute favourite!! So stoked to see this weekly vlog pop up in my subscription box!!

[@NannyMendoza]

I’ve missed you 🥹♥️ love your vlogs!! Totally get where you’re coming from with all the emotions moving to a new country etc. I moved from Sweden to the US a few years ago and it really takes so much time to get settled in!

[@Dani-xh6pw]

thank you Morgan for talking a bit about your struggles with your move to America. My partner and I are doing long distance as well until next year and I know that yes, I’ll be excited to be with him but It will also be a struggle to change my life. It’s nice to relate to you and try to prepare for this life change so that our relationship can continue being strong😊

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

It is hard because both parts have their different challenges - being LDR and moving countries/cities! Excited for you though!

[@justdancejosie]

I feel that! I stopped eating meat in the US and now can stomach salmon,p. The organic and free range is so different to back in Australia

[@nessasway63]

LOVED THE VLOG it is raw but as well you show discipline and resilience. ❤ Will be praying for you. It is normal to feel overwhelmed. So many changes have happened. But you are keeping it going and one day you will look back at it and remember all the things you were able to overcome with God’s help. Sending hugs 🤗

[@kristynatrdlicova6211]

so happy to see u again! ❤️ missed your vlogs!

[@purpleskies4553]

Good for you going into action mode to figure out how to deal with the emotions you are feeling. ITs been a big few years for you! I've been through a similar move of continents and as much as we were waiting for this and wanted it its okay to have bad days and struggle with the change ❤ love your vlogs always

[@tabithageorge96]

Be kind to yourself sweets x Moving countries and also being away from what you identify as home is super tough ❤

[@alsci2489]

Morgan I have followed you since I found your 6 min ab workout during lockdowns in Melbourne, Australia! Really enjoy following your journey.

[@briellaodonnell2331]

what are some of your comfort shows? have you guys planned a trip to a beachy place at all?

[@saaga6329]

I appreciate how open you are in your vlogs

[@morganland2451]

One of the best vlogs yet! Loved!!!

[@plottingpost]

Morgan I’ve been following your LDR journey since the pandemic and have also made it through the other end and moved to the UK for a relationship - it is so reassuring to hear someone articulate my feelings of needing to re-establish yourself in a new country and feeling anxious/angry even though you have been working to close the gap of an LDR for a long time. Also, can totally relate to aussie food quality, and agree it is not as good overseas here in the UK. Thank you for being open and hope to hear more about how you get over this period! X

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

What a journey for the both of us!!!! Thank you so much for the kind words beautiful, appreciate it so much!

[@TheSpacemonkey110]

Moving countries is SO challenging, especially when you've been working towards it for a long time and you finally get what you want, but then you feel unbalanced when you cant find the lifestyle you had previously. I'm South African, lived in Vietnam for five years and I've just moved to Portugal. Everything starts later here (10am and after). Dinner is usually at 9 or 10pm. The local food is carb and meat heavy. It's an incredible place, but also a totally different lifestyle to what I had before and I worked really hard to get here. When you were speaking about finding your way again, I knew exactly what you meant. (I also keep getting sick lol). The other thing i wanted to say is that i understand the resistance to tik tok because it seems like a gen z app, but the content style is right up your alley: informative, honest, funny, kinda cathartic. The algorithm is also kinder. I think you would have a better time on there than insta because insta has fallen off and there's no coming back lol. Anyways, you're amazing. Your vlogs are my Monday motivation. Thank you!

[@Love4Muusic]

I used to live in Australia for almost 5 years before I moved back yo Sweden. Specifically i was on the sunny coast, and i still miss the food and the freshness of everything. The weather really does it as so much can grow and the local produce is amazing. I definitely understand and feel for you. But you'll get the hang of it ❤️

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

It is a beautiful life on the sunny coast, love that you got to experience my beautiful HOME 😍

[@IamERIKA111]

McAfee!!!!! Gotta have protection on laptops & cells here. Although I'm sure you've got it sorted by now.

[@kgal1298]

US privacy laws aren't that great when it comes to online data sharing on top of that we have a lot of shady phishing sites. I'd recommend sending up an alert on your CC's for anything over whatever amount you feel comfortable with. Then I would set up an online tracker to see if your data has been leaked. It's a lot, but I find you almost have to do that here also 2Auth everything it'll save you except for social media logins cause that shiz lost me one of my IG accounts.

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

DOING THIS RIGHT NOW!

[@Mut3Ang3l]

That looked like such a fun weekend!

[@enrique7180]

Big changes will take time to adjust and find your new routine. In time, things will come together more smoothly. Thank you for the vlogs. Also, if you love Kewpie mayo...try the Kenko mayo. It's great tasting!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Oh dang! Will do!!!!

[@annschla]

heii morgan loooved the vlog❤️❤️wish u that u feel ur happiest self and fulfilled again soon🥰

[@Mindofliz]

When I moved to Utah I got sick SO MUCH. Idk what it was, but I agree the food and stuff, idk. I hope you start feeling better!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

UGGGGGH. No I hate hearing that for you! I feel like I am so fragile at the moment and need to be careful about my health!

[@alexandraveleva_]

Really enjoyed this vlog! Thank you for letting us in to the pre-post therapy chats, hope things get better for you soon! Wish I had advice to give but still feeling stuck after my move too

[@_moninic_]

Will your fitness app also be available for the European market/ German market? 🤩🤗

[@byyoursideentombed]

Teriyaki Madness was a godsend when I was in the states for 6 weeks. Finding healthy takeout was harrrrrrd!!!!! Also why are the potatoes and onions in the fridge? They go in the pantry haha. Your card being used .....same thing happened to my sister only last week. She thinks it was her ApplePay that got hacked and they got the card info from there.

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

LOVE teriyaki madness, the veggies are kind of hit and miss though! LOL also the onions and potatoes were put in there in a rush, we kind of just dumped our marley spoon box in there!

[@madwickfitness6060]

Nice video. Steve Loves you For this raw personality you have, wishing you all best with life ahead. n can you request steve to upload Videos. love his persona. missing big guy on campus.

[@kodyangelique777]

Would you be able to film a workouts in a week like in detail your split or what your focus is everyday? Love your videos ❤

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Can do!

[@shelbywareham1652]

You should try Whole Foods !!! They always have local foods. But it’s the best organic food shop in US. Pricey but worth it

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

We don't have a wholefoods here in Southern Utah :(

[@emilyharris6286]

Morgan you’re the cutest. I love following you because you are just a normal human haha. So many influencers I follow curate their whole lives. I just love how casual and normal you seem. Sorry you’re goin through it here in America. I live in Utah as well. 4 hrs north of you haha. Sounds like you already have one, but my husband is a life purpose coach and mindset coach. He also does energy work and we do sound baths from our home. Also willing to travel and put on events. Let me know if any of that sounds interesting to you! We’d love to do a sound healing session for you and your friends or family!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Love sound baths! Was introduced to them not long ago &&&&& they will be on my app! I want everyone to experience the mediative state I was in from the classes I went to from a local girl here.

[@annschla]

morgan because of the ig topic: for me it’s like why I am following and why I think u are so special is, because u are so real and funny and ur character is just amazing, maybe u should mix this more up on ur IG, like the mic’d up session, because than there would be more YOU and character in the videos🥰

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Thank you so much! Noted & I appreciate this so much x

[@TheGiftRF]

Tell Steve he's still someone who motivates me. His BMOC program gave me the blueprint to live a healthy and happy lifestyle. Love you both

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Honestly this is my favourite thing to hear. Sometimes I don't think he realises how impactful he has been to people and most of the time at the most influential time in their lives!

[@oliviasnook8565]

Thank you for being transparent with your mental health, I’ve been feeling the same way lately, like I should have everything I need but feel unfulfilled. How did you go about finding a therapist? Did u like the first therapist you found?

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

We actually used this guy for our pre-marital counselling and he was incredible. Steve has used him for like 10 years so Steve was my in!

[@justinerose8602]

Yay can’t wait to find out what your apps all about! Hoping for handstand work!! 🤸🏼‍♀️

[@jokintz1]

Loved that you shared your struggles with moving to America. I moved from Australia to America with my hubs and could totally relate to what you shared! As for the food, I remember I used to drive 20 minutes to the closest Publix so i could get decent bread (with no molasses or sugar) and not orange coloured cheese lol! Friendships were hard but slowly got there.... hang in there! My saying used to be "I hate this country", which i even say now I live back in Australia ha ha! So glad you are seeking therapy to help! Hopefully you find more of a groove!!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Oh goodness!!! Thats wild, I do love the US for so many reasons but healthy good food is not one of them. Glad you were able to return home x

[@katethiedecke9434]

Bit random but I love your beige bag you use in this video. What brand is it?

[@KatyvanHemfitness]

Hace you tried cold showers/ice bath and wim hof breathing to help your immune system Morgan? ❤

[@cassidymoriarty2021]

Sitting here watching you talk while holding the knife. Literally me! You’re my favorite, just saying. Hope you start getting better babes. ♡︎

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

So bad 🤣 put the knife down morgan!!!!!

[@luisnunez6921]

Great vlog as always thanks.

[@cathleenboyes1434]

Where is your bag from? And can you do a what in my bag x

[@pam_on_board]

I feel you with the move and all the new input and changes on your routines. Also I know this whole thing of missing habits that feel like filling up your soul, so that you feel like yourself again. Even though I never changed continents, I moved a lot so far and it comes down to one to two years, to get the balance again, in my experience. Often times there is a part of grieving the old YOU as well. Best of success for the app! I am very interested in the process of this, if you wanna share more of it. On the topic of instagram: I miss the old IG as well. Even though I love the training-content on this app I tend to watch these more on KZbin, because it doesn't try to suck me in. The format is so chaotic for me and the separation of reels and feed videos in the folders is not very userfriendly, in my opinion. Keep on going, I hope you feel more balanced in the near future. Best wishes, Ina : )

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

So fair regarding IG, it is a lot to process and so many people feel overstimulated! Could be the reason why less people are using it these days. Also love what you said in the first part of your comment, I appreciate the perspective and things you mentioned :)

[@maryr2334]

Love your videos, would like a lil more in depth videos as to what you eat in a day

[@shivpriyaarora5632]

Absolute gem :')

[@guillaumemuzzin4713]

Hello since you started invisalign do you feel a difference in body posture?

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

No Not really!

[@lilly0077]

What’s the name of the navy blue gymshark set you’re wearing at the beginning of the vlog? Are there any sets you’d recommend for running?

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Training range! Love it

[@MuscleNerdsEducation]

Giiirrll the stories I could tell you about American banks - we set up our business there initially and it was such a pain in the ass with them constantly blocking our cards and payments that we ended up moving the business to Australia. We were in London once and the USA bank blocked our cards, we called them, they said "we'll open your card for 15 minutes and you can only withdraw $500". It's like. No. Let us access all our money all the time please 🙄. Even now, we have CONSTANT payment issues with our USA based clients. It's insane.

[@MichelleAntonia]

As an American, I feel like, in general, life in Australia is a LOT slower, and more laid back. Things don't move as fast, and with a slower pace, there are lower stakes, and generally lower stakes problems. But for someone accustomed to life in Australia, I can see how dealing with the way things are here would be a bit overwhelming. There's just simply more of everything, and more of a kind of wild west-feel to life in general. I guess you have to grow up here to be able to accept and ignore it.

[@LifeFilmz]

@@MichelleAntonia that’s what I think as well. As with any area of the world you live in. You have to grow up with those issues to be able to find ways to tolerate it

[@StephenFogarty2023]

@@MichelleAntoniaWhat absolute BS U r hugely naive ! Such a dumb comment. I’m not sure to which aspect of the video, u r referring to, but, to say… “ lower stakes and lower stakes problems in Australia “ Is absolutely ridiculous. Australia is not all desert and kangaroos ! We also have big modern cities, such as Sydney & Melbourne, that have populations of approx 6 million people etc And we have the internet & 5g mobile phones in Australia ! Australia has all the same first world problems like America, and all the same issues that come via an online / computerised world of commerce etc. All types of scams and CC fraud is also shockingly bad in Australia… U can choose to be part of a fast pace lifestyle, or not, no matter where u live, in the world. Moving OS and settling into a new country and city etc, is a big thing. It does take time to adjust to your new surroundings etc, and to establish a routine etc. You don’t seem to have any understanding of the situation Morgan is in. Based on your stupid comment, it definitely seems as though u have never travelled to Australia, or Europe etc. U might not have even travelled much within the USA… Your very wrong opinions and assumptions are clearly based on a diet of info that is not broadly based…

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

WHAT IN THE WORLD. That is scary that you couldn't even access your money.....

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

@@MichelleAntonia Couldn't agree with this more! That is what happens when you have 360 something million people all doing life in almost the same land mass of Australia.

[@britnilynn7039]

The IG algorithm is wild now adays because i only see half the content id like to see from my following and if i dont log on for a few days because of work or life then i dont see new updates at all. I get using the notification bells but i turn them off because i feel overwhelmed when i get 100 notifications

[@a_mayday]

i love your tartan style pyjama's! where are they from? I love your vlogs, i get so excited to watch them :)

[@a_mayday]

Also, I had people trying to use my card details for an American "company" (sketchy website) about a week after I had purchased from some American athleisure wear companies. (I'm in Australia). My bank investigated it and had the money returned but I did have to cancel my card and get a new one.

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

They are from peter alexander x

[@EllieJinx]

I’d recommend posting more on tiktok!! I follow you on all platforms & I know you already take vids for both insta and youtube but you could reduce the vids on insta and increase them on tiktok :) I feel like I might rep your following well and I would loveee that. Also happy to hear you’re trying to ground yourself a bit and I hope it helps- moving continents is a HUGE change and you’re doing great!

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Appreciate this so much! I actually love using tiktok so I am going to take your advice and do something with it 😍

[@hlexo7]

It might be more beneficial to focus the fitness/workout content more for KZbin (aka full workout videos both solo & with guests, mobility talk-throughs etc) as it's such a huge market on here for influencers, whereas it just isn't on Instagram. ❤

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

True! I do love doing these vlogs too

[@mayen67]

Tidying and house maintenance is such a time hog, I envy the generation that will have robots to do all that stuff.

[@kodyangelique777]

Would you also be interested in filming your programming? I have not found anyone that has, I’ve got a bachelor in exercise and sport science and am very interested in what you do. Can I also ask what your qualifications are (I’m just interested in peoples qualifications and what they do as a living)

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Yes totally understand! I probably wont just because how someone programs is essentially part of their worth as a coach (and there are a lot of copycats here) but I have Cert 3 & 4 which is the fitness certs in AUS for what I do x

[@vladimirk662]

Morgan 👍💯🔝

[@marharytabahovich1185]

cards charges are crazy. I spend so much time and energy on this

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Insane, also the hassle of getting a new card and waiting to use it

[@kirstengroener6203]

American food 😢 yeah some intentionality will need to be used cuz we suuuuuckkkk at that

[@MuhammadZama]

nice vlog

[@shantaewright5486]

What are some mobility exercises I can do for front squats?

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

I GOT YOU! Posting a mobility video today

[@mayen67]

Have you felt shitty and ill when you've been in America eating American food before? or just since you moved there? Because if you didnt feel shitty on your previous America visits it does decrease the likelihood that American food is the cause. However I live in the UK and I definitely notice the difference in taste, texture and overall quality between the cheap eggs and chicken vs organic free range chicken and eggs.

[@carlh42677]

I've had credit card fraud 3x in New Zealand. And I don't even shop much. It's not special to America. It's probably just the grace of God that you hadn't experienced it until now.

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Such weird timing then! Pain in the bum

[@carlh42677]

@@MorganRoseMoroney yes things always happen all at once!

[@beau_croom]

Ur here in the U.S and I STILL DON’T HAVE ANY $ to meet U 😩🥺🥺🥺 please ask Steve 2 make ur next vaca at Niagara Falls that’s were I’ve lived my whole life, Totally for free I’ll give the 2 of U a guided tour 🙏

[@karimyers8078]

MY FAVORITE HUMAN EVRRRR!! I live in utah so if you ever want to workout together(,:

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

LYSM 🥹

[@mayen67]

For breakfast I had fried eggs cooked with Maggi seasoning in a cheese sandwich. People on American(and most other streets) streets probably see a lot worse then someone wiping liquid off there crotch 😂. However I understand it's probably less safe for a woman because it may attract unwanted attention.

[@garrettahern3813]

Cast all your care upon him; for he cares for you 1 Peter 5:7

[@ayoolukoga9829]

Place your faith on Jesus. Jesus died so that you can have everlasting life. Jesus is the way the truth and the life. No one gets to the Father but by him. Trust Jesus. Repent. Call Out to Jesus Now. Have a good day.

[@dennisdonaldson2127]

Find 🔥God🔥before its too late. We are living in the last days.🕐The clock is ticking. 👑Jesus👑is coming🗡🔥 💪🦁🙏💯keep putting in that work🏋

[@andreamarrero2328]

United States* Because America is a whole continent that has 30+ countries in it.

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

TRUEEEE

[@rosierayyy]

Thought you should know I enjoy your Instagram! I know you want the growth and profit too, but it has really helped me 🤍

[@MorganRoseMoroney]

Thank you so much! I appreciate this so much x