Why I Haven't Been Flying

[@felicia-read]

New subbie here! I was on a long rabbit hole of flight attendant videos for some reason, and your videos popped up. I have to say, and I speak from watching plenty, that you are the most genuine and empathetic person I could ever hope to meet on a flight! Or anywhere else, for that matter! I am so so sorry to hear things did not go as planned, but like you and your man are saying, God has a plan. I too re-evaluated my heart and my relationship with God recently - a one on one so to speak - and it really does put things into perspective. You are meant to do something bigger and better, at the right time. When you started tearing up I just wished I could give you a big hug. Keep your chin up, don't lose hope! You got this! Lots of love from Canada 🤍

[@LeahLeah222]

I heard this quote: We must be willing to let go of the life we had planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.

[@rugger8136]

I’m so sorry! Remember that rejection is gods protection, he will reveal the reason for the disappointment and redirect you to where he wants you to be in due time ❤️

[@linae366]

Hello from a fellow flight attendant. I wanted to comment and give you encouragement that you are on the right path of putting God first and having faith that His plan is what matters. He has better plans for you than even you have for yourself ❤. I’ve been through really hard and sorrowful seasons in my life and know that I will go through more in the future, but I’ve also always believed that God is still for me, and He has great things for me right around the corner. In my 48 years, I’ve experienced that to be true time and time again. Also, just know that there are a couple Texas flight attendant bases here at the LUV airline 😉 ❤ 💙 💛 😉

[@ladiesunderpressure]

Hello my name is Layne Kilgore from Lexington, Kentucky. I found your channel a while back. I collect my favorite flight attendants to watch while I'm getting ready in the morning and you are on that list! After watching your video here's my take. I don't know you personally but I can tell you are a solid gal. You care, you work hard and I can just feel your integrity and authenticity. After hearing about what happened with your airline I'm shocked they treated you that way over something so petty. I'm 54 and have a lot of life behind me and even have flight attendant attempt in my past. In my opinion having a bunch of experiences is you should definitely change airlines! That is so much BS and something they should have caught much much earlier. If they miss those types of details then what else will they miss down the line? Arrrrggg, I'm so mad for you! The other ladies I watch are Kat Nesbitt, Jetting Julia, and Wonderfully Ale. Those ladies work for main-line airlines. Reach out to them and see what advice they may have. Their channels are much larger but they've certainly laid out the template for how to get growth on KZbin. Shoot lean into KZbin too. I really want to see you succeed.

[@aimeekreutzer-malkawi]

Oh my Alyssa! I’m so sad for u. I know I haven’t said anything when I comment but I’m with your airline now too but on leave. Found out in my IOE I was a lot sicker than I thought. I was in the fall class and haven’t been able to get back. I too, went thru so much heartbreak knowing I’m not quite well enough to fly. I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. I do think there are some aspects of our company that is so good, but there are some not so good aspects as well. You are in Texas now and there’s a lot of different airlines with fantastic pay within your area. I appreciate you putting God 1st and it’s a reminder to me of knowing God has better plans than ours. You will be in my prayers🙏🫶 thanks for being a vulnerable honest person and fine example for all of us. God bless

[@kennethbruffy7933]

Things are never easy any more , you will get to where you want to be !!! Don't ever give up...your a great person !!

[@teresayoung93]

hi Alyssa! I am also a regional FA for a wholly-owned subsidiary like you are (but a different airline). we don't have a flight attendant flow program at my airline, but I have applied several times to the mainline carrier and haven't gotten the CJO. it truly is heartbreaking because you have all of these thoughts and plans for how things will be when you cross over to the other airline. I hope you know that you are not alone and that the people in life - both family and friends as well as your subscribers - love and support you no matter where you are. there is something great out there with your name on it. 💖 ps - I also got sick right after the holidays and it was awful! but I thankfully had a lot of days off afterwards and it was really great to just rest for those days.

[@jebbymomma4256]

I am so sorry all this happened . You are such a lovely person and your genuine respect and concern for passengers is crystal clear Their loss Chin up chica … better things to come ❤ stay faithful

[@sinab8391]

I love how you're thinking about the positives! God will always put you where you need to be :)

[@MrsLawler]

I am so sorry for you! You don't deserve to be treated like that. Don't lose hope! I think everything happens for a reason ❤ looking back at all my heartbreaking rejections, both proffessionally and in my relationships, I am so grateful that they happened because I am at a place now with my dream job and dream husband. You are such a sweet lady, no job or employer should make you cry. You are worth so much more ❤

[@liz8343]

Damon is a very good boyfriend. So glad he supported you through this.

[@tflyduke]

You are not a failure, I am a former FA I started training and got sent home the day before graduation because I answered I have never been convicted of a felony I HAVE NOT. I had a misdemeanor charge for a joint when I was 18 years old. I was devastated but got a job with a mainline carrier. You did nothing wrong. If I were you I would apply for another mainline. I think it is wrong how they handled it.

[@word20]

I agree and suggest you would apply for a major airline and that you are NOT a failure. You are wonderfully made as it stands in pslams

[@amberaguila2793]

You inspire me! Thank you for sharing with us. I admire your courage to share, and I am certain God has BETTER plans ahead for you! ❤

[@kyleinflight]

Keep looking at the positives, you are such a great human being and your future plans will come to play when they are supposed to ❤ as it stands you are living a beautiful life

[@carladare9614]

You seem like a wonderful young lady and I'm really sorry this happened to you. Based on what you've described, I don't think they were honest with you about the reason they rescinded the job offer. Keep the faith, but I would take this as a sign to move on to another airline. You have so much to offer. It will be their loss when you move on. Keep believing in yourself and the bright future you envision for yourself. You got this!!!

[@evercuriousmichelle]

I agree, they gave that as a “safe” excuse. 🙁

[@victoriadelbando3283]

Alyssa I’m so sorry! Better things are coming your way I know! You have a great attitude and you’ll be Blessed for sure❣️🥰❤️

[@kayleebeare]

Oh Alyssa, I'm so sorry. I had been wondering where you were. Hate to hear that. Like you said, just remember God has something else better in store for you! You'll find YOUR perfect airline or whatever you decide to do. We all love you and I'll definitely be praying for you. Thank you for updating us, I know that was hard for you. We're here for you no matter where or what you do!

[@Herman-in-SEA]

A virtual hug to you. I so wish I could fix this for you. You are such a terrific and caring woman

[@ginamaxwell1822]

A very similar thing happened to me in my hotel career. I was set to move abroad to a brand new hotel opening I'd been recommended to but an old " warning" was found on my file. I ended staying put and getting promoted then moving into training new starters and connecting more with my family at home. Eventually I worked for a different chain which gave opportunities to work abroad for short periods not long term so the best of both worlds. The " warning" on my file was extremely minor but enabled me to teach others to be careful

[@poggs9500]

I have missed you Alyssa but so sorry to hear you haven’t been well and about the job offer.I had a warning a few years back & after 6 months it was wiped from my record,surely this can’t stay on your file for ever & you can try again,I’ve no doubt you’re a lovely person & great at your job & you absolutely should be allowed to apply again at some stage if this is what you want.Take care

[@xindigochildx]

Sending all my love and support! 🫶🏼

[@phyliciajoykloes]

Wow, wow, wow! 😮 I want to just give you a hug through the screen. Girl, the way you turned this in a positive way as well as a learning point after your heart to heart about improving your relationship with the Lord. I am honestly flabbergasted about the decision this company made. It sounds more like an error in the way this company runs its system. I don't know much about how flight corporations work, to be honest, but this is nuts. You're such a beautiful human, and it is truly their loss for not allowing you to take these steps at this moment in time. I find you brave to slowly let go of your visions of that this month had in stock according to your expectations and see it in a way where this step is simply not for this moment. Thank you for sharing this with us. It honestly is their loss... How crazy all your contact info had already been changed too. PS Whatever content you post, I'll watch. I was even just thinking about journal prompts, some of the questions you ask yourself during these heart to heart conversations, or just meal prepping and chatting! You got this, girl! You got whatever is written in the stars for you! ❤

[@christineb8148]

Ugh I am so sorry! "Hope deferred makes the heart sick" - that's reality and it's hard. I hope you can properly grieve and then find hope again soon!

[@eemason]

Omg Alyssa!! My heart. I am so sorry that happened to you. That’s the absolute worst feeling ever. You’re absolutely right tho, you may not know now or ever why this happened but I promise God had better plans for you in this moment. Please see that as a REDIRECTION not rejection. Just from the few videos I’ve watched of yours I can tell you have such a pure heart. Keep being you and never let anything like this make you feel less than or question yourself. 🤍

[@sophies.8213]

Praying for you Alyssa, that is so incredibly hard. Feel what you need to feel!

[@susiew6851]

My heart breaks for you. I think you are such a good person. I don't understand why forgetting to read a card one time has such huge consequences.

[@pattibrown4656]

that's heartbreaking, and sounds really unfair. Obviously your passengers love you..

[@connorprovan2331]

thanks for sharing ♥️

[@KristenMcK]

Oh Alyssa! I'm so sorry this happened. It stinks sometimes when God tells you to wait, but you have the right perspective. I'm glad you have Damon so close and in your corner.

[@addieoobie1970]

Like you said, I‘m so sure that you‘ll look back into a couple of years and know exactly why this wasn‘t your time. Keep dreaming big! All the best to you

[@loribrown5235]

Just keep applying!!! Don't lose hope!!!

[@amandasmith9927]

Oh girl!!!! I’m so sorry! I have my CJO and that’s one of my worst fears coming from another position in the company. You got this! Maybe you can take pathways again when the merger is complete…. And end up somewhere else 🌈 🏝️ 🌺

[@Diatom27]

I can so relate to how you are feeling about this and I am so very sorry that it happened to you. Yes, God has another plan for you and it will be the right plan. ❤

[@vegematarianchick]

That sucks girl 😢 thanks for always keeping it real. Just gotta ride this wave and see what shore it brings you to.

[@Chelsea_Rene]

You guys are so adorable together. There is a flu like going around, glad you are feeling better. Things happen and your health is more important. Things happen for a reason. There is a better plan in your path. it is what you make it. I was regional and now I work for a charter. Keep striving 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ursulaschletter1959]

Thank you for sharing your heart with us. While I was listening to you share about your new opportunity. As a flight attendant, then about your ph call. These words came to mind, Man plans his ways but God directs his steps, I could insert her steps.

[@gillianhedley5528]

Oh I'm so sorry for you they've missed out on a good one there sending love❤😊

[@cmills53]

So sorry - God has another plan🙏💕

[@Daydreamin_Acres]

So sorry, you have such a great attitude, sometimes a door closes so another can open.

[@danielleayde2330]

I'm so sorry. You're so relatable. Something else will come along.

[@RustySax1949]

I know how devastated you must have been, @Alyssa - it happened to me also (altho not an airline industry job), being turned down for a promotion a week before I was supposed to start. Completely knocks the wind out of your sails. For now, though, keep flying with your regional, but also consider other mainline carriers. I don't know if mainline carriers give "extra points" for FAs already working in the industry when sorting thru applications, but it would make sense if they did. UAL and SWA have crew bases in Houston - a short commute. AA's major hub/base is DFW, still a relatively short commute. DAL's closest are SLC and ATL, and you already know where AS bases are. I think the industry standard is that you're assigned to a base during training/graduation, but then after passing probation, you can bid for another base. "Crash pad time" if you're a commuter, eh? In the meantime, keep your spirits up, keep hugging Damon, and keep making your passengers happy. As always, Cheers from GEG ❣

[@1200kevin1]

I’m sorry to hear about what happened to you. These should have disclosed the situation to you when it happened and not when you were just about to start training or make an exception to the rule. Keep trying. God has a plan and a purpose for you.

[@EvanKelly391]

We are with you Alyssa!

[@derekdestep40]

Glad you feeling better!!! God has a plan

[@kazzicup]

You can try again. Or apply to another major US airline. Setbacks happen. Be persistent! Hugs. 💗💜

[@jgoldfarb3]

Heartbreaking video, I think God has plans for you so hang on and try to move into this New Year either a positive attitude 🙏I’m my real yo u you our channel, love your videos, I’m a Portland girl born & raised so I’m familiar with your locations✈️

[@christineferrero2010]

God’s timing and plan is perfect🙏 for some reason you were not supposed to be in the 1/6 training class. I had a F2F on 9/20 and got cut at the very end. We would have been classmates❤ last year I got a CJO from UA that was rescinded. It was so hard to see my classmates graduate and I see their posts about their trips now. My faith and trust in Jesus has given me the strength to persevere and be patient. I’m planning to apply to AS in a few months. Maybe we’ll be classmates someday in the future 🙏💙💚🙏 thank you for sharing your update! Happy New Year, be safe and stay healthy ❤

[@nickihendrix8772]

Friend I'm sorry that it didn't work out right now. Especially the way you were told. I hope they allow you to come over to main line soon. I currently work for our company's mainline. I love your videos and you have such a great attitude. Are they going to reconsider you at some point? Would love to have you as a coworker.

[@gabbydagostino2842]

Hi Alyssa and Damo! So sorry things didn’t work out as hoped, but I truly believe every little thing in life happens for a reason. We wish you the both the best in 2025!! - Gabe and Gabriella 💗🤙🏼

[@fairygurl5448]

I didn’t know they could recind a job offer. I’m so sorry to hear that! You’ll find something!

[@davidksnell4303]

Oh Alyssa! I'm so sorry to hear. It's just a little detour on the path of life. You have so much to offer! :) Remember, God's timing is always perfect! :) Hang in there! I'll be praying for you! Big Big Hugs! And I hope I get to see you in IDA soon! :)

[@ashleefarmer6578]

I hope you are taking the time you have to explore other airlines too. American is close by for you in Texas. Maybe this is a sign to see if there is a better fit.

[@benjaminjoseph8487]

Alyssa totally understand the disappointment with this but keep your chin up and continue to do what you do. God has something better planned for you (maybe Delta 😬). Be encouraged and remember Jeremiah 29:11.

[@refreshf5ministries737]

Alyssa this just breaks my heart. Keep your head up. This is not about you not be a great employee. God has a different plan. Maybe it's not the right time. Press into God and ask Him what you need to learn about this. Stay focused on Him. He knows the plans He has for you. You will look back later and you'll be thanking Him for all that He is going to bring to you. God is so good and always has the best for you.

[@brandonjackson6696]

I’m so sorry 😢 Any airline would be lucky to have you

[@RyanVazquez-t5v]

Love you too alyssa stauffer ❤Ryan

[@laurawatson2858]

Prayers for you sweetie

[@appleannie41k83]

To me it feels like God might be protecting you from something. You may never know what it is, but this happened for a reason. You have a great attitude, and your love for and trust in God shines through. He's got you in his hands, Alyssa. This too shall pass and he will get you where you need to go. That said, I think that what the airline did to you is terrible. Forgetting to read something? A warning? No one is allowed to make a mistake? Yikes. I hope it truly had nothing to do with you being sick. I also got the flu the week before Christmas; I wasn't able to function as a human being for about a week and a half and I am still fatigued, still having weird sinus pressure, and just feel completely off. I was supposed to fly somewhere last week and decided against it. I wouldn't have been able to work two days after Christmas. Hang in there. Things are going to work out for the best. Hugs!

[@libbyjett3471]

So sorry . That’s awful them taking the job away

[@DavidSkerritt]

I'm so sorry Alyssa. A very similar thing happened to me when I worked for the Federal government in Omaha Nebraska years ago. Its a long story but I was envisioning myself in a location and position that I had applied for (a promotion) and didn't get. I had already "moved" in my mind. Long story short I ended up leaving the Government and I moved to that place I envisioned (Florida) and now am self employed day trading and calling my own shots with life on my terms. In my 20s I would have never thought I'd be living where I am and doing what I'm doing now back then.

[@kevinh6141]

I really enjoy watching your flight attendant videos. I’m sorry to hear that you can’t go to training. That’s ridiculous how the company rescinded your job offer the last minute. There are many other mainline airlines that are hiring. Please don’t be discouraged. God has other plans for you.

[@slotmazingdiva5269]

I am so sorry. It is just not fair. There are other airlines sweetie. If you are not ever going to be able to move up, time to change carriers. I used to work for SWA. They are the best airline or in my eyes anyway..😊

[@loribrown5235]

Some things that happen if life are a blessing in disguise. Maybe that airline wasn't the right one anyway. Just keep applying!!!

[@shaneaoconnor6309]

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I don’t work in the airline industry. But I do help people navigate benefits with the government. What you’re experiencing is straight up administrative bureauocracy. It’s not personal at all. But it really stinks when you’re affected by your company’s mistakes. I see it time and time again at work and like you, they don’t know what’s going on without someone with system access. The biggest lesson I would take from it is to remember this mistake and educate yourself. Go through your company policies and procedures, talk to other flight attendants at your airline and others to see if the same thing happened to them. How did they deal with it? By gathering more information, you should get a better sense of how to proceed. You might want to ask others who transitioned out of regional to mainline how they did it too. It sounds like your company made it seem like the transition is simple and in reality, they expect perfection. Thank you for sharing all your videos. Best of luck to you!

[@seanmattice3626]

Heyy, former OO regional flight attendant here! The grass isn't always greener on the other side. It could've been a blessing that you're not over there - I've heard people moving to mainline Alaska (even from OO and Horizon) and absolutely hating it. Not to hate on the company, but Alaska does have a lot of homeless flight attendants because they can't afford to live. It's a huge drop financially starting out. Reserve life is brutal. They can add flying whenever. There's benefits and cons to every space and sometimes rejection is a good thing. It means you're too good for Alaska and there's bigger and better things out there

[@JithinPr-l1q]

Awesome 🇺🇸😊❤️cute life videos, because I love Americans usa way future

[@estelam4943]

I experienced what you are going through, but like some one mentioned in the comments, sometimes a No “ from God is because he He has something better for us, just wait on The Lord, praying for strength and peace in you life in Jesus name❤🙏🏼

[@arosenweig]

Southwest and United have crew bases in Denver. Chances are pretty good they need flight attendants for their Denver bases.

[@FlyGrace-hw8vk]

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

[@kentblumenshine3743]

It will be amazing across the next several weeks to see what God has planned for you. Thank you so much for being so real. lean into your BF , family and friends and your pastors. Their support and council is what will shape , how you feel. God‘s guidance will give you the direction that you’re searching for

[@susantimko4811]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@brookeanders0n]

Have you considered 🌐🌐??? There’s an AUS base that’s super junior! I’m so sorry Alyssa, you will get through this ❤ sending you love.

[@Simple_man_65]

Bummer

[@MrKevreg]

It was definitely not in your control. It was a lapse on the regional side. Watching your videos it definitely looks like you care about your passengers and co workers. Glad that you have the support of your boyfriend Damien and family.

[@CateStradley2021]

Never Give up Alyssa Stauffer

[@gabriellefata4800]

Girl you better be cc’ing your union rep on all these emails maybe they can change the language in the contract one day, seems like something that shouldn’t be considered disciplinary to me. Wait up for southwest apps they are the most unionized and it will be better for your finances and life flexibility, their reserve days are more flexible and it’s still a smaller company which is nice. I don’t recommend going to be junior at an airline with long haul if you want to have kids, some moms do it but it’s difficult to be gone a minimum of 3 days ish, and motherhood is already a lot on your body on top of long haul flying reserve life.

[@DANIELMASON-t4b]

This was very unfair but, you are a very strong person and will get through it. Is it possible that they were punishing you for calling in sick during the holidays and used the warning as an excuse to withdraw their offer? Either way, very very unfair.

[@wendysullivan825]

Are you still employed with your airline? I got confused about you losing access to your work email etc.

[@cindybare1]

It sounds like they switched her regional access to the mainline since she was going to training in 2 days and would not have any more flights with the regional. The regional and mainline she is talking about are the same company but they each have there own company name.

[@Frans42]

Having the flu sucks, good to hear you got rid of it!! ❤ The excuse given to cancel your training sounds flimsy. Either way it was poorly done and stupid 🤬😖 If you want to go mainline there are of course other companies, AA has huge and junior base in Dallas, united in Houston. I would be tempted to go to another company just out of spite.. but that might not be the best advice 😊 Might be better to take some time, run a marathon and then consider your next step to going mainline.

[@RyanInWA]

That f-ing sucks. I'm sure DL, UA, AA, or SWA would be happy to have you on their team.

[@annetteevelyn9807]

I would write a formal letter to your airline. Registered mail. Request a formal review on your airlines decision to 'deny training'. Fight back! Also are you interested in a sideways move into crew scheduling. Evidently there is a national shortage. Good Luck 5th dimensional Being of Light & Love.🎉❤

[@petergraham2229]

Keep the faith in the lord….. I’m sure it will all work out for you… look at another mainline

[@Mattietakesoff]

That’s such BS. Hopefully you can apply again assuming 6 months.

[@loribrown5235]

There are other airlines you can go to. If that one airline wasn't it, maybe another one is.

[@daniellemonet101]

maybe another mainline is your calling, we’re hiring at delta! apply 😊

[@marimmmmm24777]

So sorry this happened to you. Just wanted to remind you that you made a lot of people watching this channel happy at some point with positive thoughts. Just hope you find your path and find what god has planned for you. Relax and enjoy your own time for now.🫶🏻