Why I quit YouTube for a year… life update

[@aliabdaal]

omg congrats!!

[@tauqeerhussain7889]

Congratulations to you Sir .

[@mandeyytung]

Hilarious. Congrats to both of you! Hope your Cantonese is improving.

[@Emma-mg4xk]

😂😂😂😂

[@Emma-mg4xk]

Congrats to you 😍😍😍

[@radheradhebol]

Why you wishing congrats? Congratulations to both of you😅😅

[@luizanovais2428]

The way I GASPED when you said baby!!! Congrats Dr. Izzy, I am so so so happy for you and Ali. May this baby be always surrounded by love. I am praying for your health and the baby's health. And welcome back to KZbin, no more rewatching old videos now, yay!!!

[@aussieve]

I can literally imagine how intelligent and productive their future child is going to be🤩💗

[@farabichry]

Not at all

[@farouk6437]

@@farabichry I know you're jealous right

[@catchjyoti]

Congratulations Izzy on your marriage and pregnancy! I came to your channel through Ali's.

[@chenangel2539]

Dear Izzy, I am not that kind of viewers that usually comment and I haven't been a subscriber of yours- until now, that is! But I have come across your videos every now and then over the years, since you were still in training, and I'd always watched and finished most of the videos with great joy and enjoyment. This video really gives me an urge to write down this note as comments, in return for the many lunchtime/nighttime relaxations that your videos have provided to me (and hopefully many others) over the years. Firstly, massive congrats on your massive exciting life chapters ahead (despite I know they come with their own challenges and struggles!), and how reflective and brave you are along the way. The one thing I love about all of your content that I've watched (can't say that I've watched all of them, but I definitely have watched the more popular ones and the ones with less view counts!) is the calmness and depth you've shown no matter how niche or how stressful the topics may be, there's always a part of your personality that shines through and I love how much you try to deliver the content with the smile! Secondly, I always think that the life path that you have chosen is, while very worthwhile and would be super valuable for both you and you family, and the community, but it's definitely something that takes a very driven and persevere person not to give up long before now :P That's also what your channel resonates with me personally as sometimes I feel like I see a bit of myself in your content or the choices you've shared on your channel. But if this feeling is true to some extent, I also know that sometimes we can feel very anxious about not having a clear set of plans or when we aren't sure whether we have the strength to achieve the goals we initially sets, or, when we see no other choices but our path just suddenly decides to take a turn! These experience would be intensified by significant life events (like the ones you are going through atm!), even if the events themselves are supposed to be some joyful ones. But over the years what I've learnt after learning to live with myself and love myself is that, not only is it okay to be anxious/pondering/stressed at these times, but these experience (albeit unpleasant), could have great values. To ourselves, these emotions and feelings provide the self-regenerating drives and motivations to keep going. They also foster a sense of reflectivity within ourself to truly listen to our mind and body and understand when we should plough along and when it's okay to pause. I think this would be crucial if we want to be more impactful in the society, or to help anyone either clinically, professionally or just on a friendly level! (just like you said, we'd need to fill our cup first!). Moreover, I also unexpectedly found that being upfront with these personal feelings and emotions can actually bring a lot of ease to the ones around us. As I guess people only see part of other's lives and so most people (inc. myself) usually miss the parts that others didn't share (which usually is when they are struggling), and thus they look so capable and "on it" when actually it might not be the whole story. Being able to be honest about these feelings and letting people know that we are on the same boat can actually bridge very unexpected connections and in some moments, I've found that to be the source of comfort that my friends have benefited (and that I have benefited from the sharing of so many others, including yourself)!. This is too long now so I promise I will stop here. But please know that no matter what you are doing now or what you are going to do next, or what was your take on all the previous choices you've made, they have been a genuine and joyful source of comfort that I have had the pleasure to enjoy for so long. Love you and best wishes!

[@Aia-ky7uh]

Some people do also want to have a career and have kids at the same time as well as capable to go back to work asap. You just couldn't hack the hospital world as a doctor, that's okay for you to be a mother instead of giving that career a go.

[@chenangel2539]

@ @ absolutely, there are individual differences on a range of internal and external factors including capacity to do something, and these can all change from time to time for an individual depending on circumstances. I think it takes a lot mentally and cognitively to reflect and find out what’s the best route for ourselves going forward. So I think everyone who’s been able to be honest and brave about their choices and the reasonings behind them should be commended

[@rajithapillai7990]

Thank you so much for sharing your perspective on having kids. I have 2 kids aged 2 and 4 and working as a software engineer. I have been feeling so depressed this last year as my peers have excelled in their careers but i am stuck where i was 5 years ago and trying to reskill/change jobs is proving impossible right now as I am always busy. For every career failure I kept thinking it's because I started my family, I should have delayed it etc etc. But what a beautiful perspective that I am building the next generation, I am filling other people's cups and that is an important job that I am blessed to have too. Hearing you talk about that, my heart filled with joy. This whole year of regretting my career choices had been heavy on my chest for a while and it lifted a lot. Thank you ❤️

[@BugsyB1979]

I know it's hard - I lost my whole career. But you know, this work is eternal work. It's what we're here for. Let go of the negative feelings and embrace who and where you are. I am a Catholic, and one verse always helps me in difficult moments. "Give thanks in all circumstances for this is the God's will for you through Christ Jesus" 1 Thessalonians 5:18. ❤

[@paulina7497]

I feel you so much. I am a developer too and a mum to be and I question my career choices everyday. My colleagues (90% of them are male) are advancing in their careers and meanwhile I feel like I should be studying/doing small projects whilst being on mat leave. The feeling of guilt is real 😢

[@rajithapillai7990]

@@paulina7497 Congrats 🎉 I definitely understand how you are feeling but at the same time, enjoy whatever mat leave you have with baby and take time to heal. If you feel up to it, study when baby sleeps but if not, don't feel guilty. Kids grow so fast, i guarantee you will not regret spending more time with your child, especially the first one. If you have more kids, after delivery time is very busy. So definitely don't spend mat leave over thinking about work. You can do that once you join back

[@Anna-yt1vb]

With the evolution of AI taking over careers, kids are now more important than ever. We need their spark in the world 😊

[@sonjamir7751]

I delayed family for education and "a career" that, in the end, didn't even develop (moved to another country-starting from zero again). 😢 The whole situation made me question everything, including my values.

[@BenjaminMutuku]

Congratulations to you and Ali! Wow! What wonderful news! Happy for you!

[@lisaanne2525]

I think speaking from my perspective, as a viewer, just getting to see ‘behind the curtain’, as it were, is what I like to see. When Ali hard launched that he was married, it immediately raised curiousity, who did he marry? How /when did they meet? How did they know it was ‘forever’? Why the move to Hong Kong? Then I also saw he hard launched the baby, then saw you had posted a video. Sharing as much as you feel comfortable with, about daily life etc, and your thoughts/feelings-I think this appeals to viewers like me. Good luck with all the major life events!

[@user-fc6yp1xq1i]

Thank you Izzy for being so open and vulnerable about the challenges of motherhood and child rearing. It is inspiring and so helpful as another woman. Thank you for speaking about the value of motherhood ❤

[@jerrifreeman7034]

This makes me so happy. Congratulations from Atlanta, Ga. I’ve enjoyed Ali’s channel and because of his channel I found yours. When you went missing, I had a feeling I knew why. ☺️ Thrilled for you both. I’m now an empty nester and a grandmother. I’ve always felt that motherhood was one of the most important roles that there is. I have no regrets having devoted my life to raising my 3 kids. But you are right, it’s been a sad thing to see this role reduced, or treated like it’s a side hustle rather than the fulfilling 24/7 job that it is. Your testimony and perspective give me hope that your generation is returning to a rock solid understanding of the importance of family, and of being in service to one another. And how that strong dynamic ultimately serves humanity well. I wish you both the very best happiness. ❤

[@oanhphan5568]

I knewwww itttt. Way back from the podcasts that you guys did together, I felt the chemistry already. I just didn't know why but you both just vibed. Congrats to you both! 🌱

[@QIQISHI19]

SAME HERE! Tacit understanding, eye contact, and chemistry!!! 💗

[@scarlette001]

Yeah, i felt the same too❤

[@cozibeamng]

Cặp này đúng đỉnh nóc kịch trần bay phấp phới luôn nhỉ 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@virgilpan8195]

the same +1!🎉🎉🎉

[@EaveandDathan]

They were already smashing at the time of that podcast. It was Ali’s first time with a woman. He talks bout it on an episode of overthinking (without mentioning names ofc).

[@jhaii.k4996]

I have watched you and Ali for years and am only finding out now that you are married and expecting! Congrats to you both, you have helped me so much, wishing nothing but love and joy in your life.

[@aatifamalik8849]

Dear Izzy, congratulations on this exciting new chapter! 🥳💍✨ Wishing you endless love, happiness, and beautiful memories ahead. 💖🎉

[@IzzySealey]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@marimiyamoto2000]

Congratulations! So nice to see my favorite two KZbinrs indeed get married ❤ Look forward to seeing some updates but enjoy your life first and take care you and your baby.

[@nishthasood8345]

listening to you about motherhood and thoughts on the same kinda opened up something in me too, if you feel comfortable, please do continue talking about it :)

[@lcushoes]

Congratulations, Dr Izzy! I was so so depressed yesterday and shouted at my husband " I have done nothing these years!" But my husband said:" No, we have done a great job. You see we have a boy and a girl, our son become more and more active and our daughter is so cheerful and optimistic, full of love! This is the big wealth we have earned these years! A child's growth is a one-way street But it was never too late to earn the money and now it is the time to start the business again, it is ok! " Yes, it did. Although we may stuck on the work for a period but yes, Never too late to start again!! ^&^

[@katesimpson3313]

I'm pregnant and a doctor and can relate so much with what you have said. I have struggled with what my identity or worth is when I am struggling with hyperemesis and can't do all the usual things I take for granted.

[@1Club_Way]

Can you please tell me how did you created that hyperlinked word *hyperemesis*?

[@dailyreminder2076]

Time will pass ,take care of urself nd by grace of Creator of heavens nd earth u will be ok,keep praying ❤

[@gobishau1944]

​@@1Club_Wayit's a medical term for vomiting/ nausea during pregnancy

[@cammyladesa8828]

If that makes you less worried, I’m a new follower that found out your channel 2 months ago and loved your videos! So happy to see you back. Do it in a way that gives you joy, I’ll be here waiting

[@patluri]

I’m so impressed with you! I love how your mind, heart, and spirit are working in unison to bring beauty into the world. You embody a kind of powerful, wise, gentle feminine grace that I thought (I’m 55) was disappearing from this world. I’m very happy for you and hope you continue to flourish in all ways!

[@zelihaakpinar]

This was so relatable and insightful, Izzy!☺️❤️Excited to see more from you xx

[@alesiadhivra1515]

Luv your videos as well😊💕

[@pfwombat]

You are right about reboot. This is the first time I watch your video because my teenage kids follow you and Ali…..congrats on the new arrival (and thank you on the acknowledgement on motherhood). We are in Hong Kong too so my kids were thrilled. Your reflection is very insightful! I think I can pick up some tips. In terms of struggle, maybe minor for me. I am at a different stage in life, as I am approaching empty nest. So pondering my next stage in life, after becoming a stay at home mum for my kids the last 15 years. Quitting being corporate banker and a full time mum was the most fulfilling job, but now I need to move on. Still don’t have an answer and procrastinating and laziness comes in the way. So we will see. Take care of yourself, Hong Kong can be great but also brutal to new comers. But you sound like you have a strong soul, and do not hesitate to shout out when you need anything. Motherhood and HK are my forte

[@HollyGabrielle]

This is such a wholesome video, Izzy 💚✨

[@KaelynGraceApple]

She's back!!!!!

[@danamah710]

Life happens. No worries and congratulations on your new phase in life. Wishing you both a great many memories and growth together.

[@Gabrielle2075]

Congratulations!!! Pregnancy is such a blessing. Babies are amazing and will change your world in so many beautiful ways. Great to have you back.

[@ljblack.writer]

Omg i cried when she showed my Instagram message!! I'm so happy you're back!!

[@Livinkoo]

We're so happy for you Dr. Izzy. 🤗

[@TazzyPhe]

Love this video! I was actually in one of the ptya cohorts with you and I’m now watching this video 9 months pregnant and resonating with so much of what you said about productivity, pregancy, intrinsic value and running a KZbin channel ❤ congrats!

[@SisiYemmieTV]

congratulations!!!!

[@QuynhAnhNguyen-zk8mi]

I've watched your video since I was freshman and now I'm senior. I'm glad for your back. As well sincerely congrats on your happiness. Wishing you all the best to produce high-quality KZbin videos for us. I'm really inspired and into your vibe and passion

[@mohmeddafalla9272]

Congratulations! 🎉 I'm thrilled for you and Ali! Wishing you a healthy and joyful baby 😊

[@adepasingh]

First of all, I found you today so you have a new subscriber 😊 don’t worry about if anyone will watch your videos or not. Found your page through Ali’s. Wish you both the best!

[@aw5491]

I think you and your husband are both very introspective and eloquent. I share similar thoughts and have similar struggles, but could not really articulate those feelings fully (or did not attempt to do so) like how you guys did. Would love to hear more insights from you both.

[@vidabee8672]

Absolutely loved how you talked through processing your difficulties of value, purpose, fulfillment and motherhood. I have had similar thoughts and ultimately decided not to have children because I just had a greater interest in other things like career, and travel, etc. However, there is so much beauty in motherhood, and loving nurturing homes, and I am sure you and Ali will provide a wonderful life, family, and home together! What a genuine and introspective video. Also, congratulations, the wedding looked absolutely stunning, so glad you enjoyed that massive project and it led to the best day of your life, so far!! Welcome back I hope all goes well!!

[@DuckTravelWalker]

Congratulations! I have been following your channel for a long time, as well as your husband Ali's channel. I love reading books, learning new languages, and meditation and yoga are my life. I also enjoy healthy eating. You have so many things in common with me, which is why I'm so happy that you're expecting a baby. Many women experience morning sickness during the first trimester. I hope you will quickly get through this phase and have a healthy baby! Congratulations to your family on moving to Hong Kong.❤❤❤

[@Cristeva]

The first video I saw from you was exactly your last one before you pause making videos!!! I now I found you back trough your current husbands!! Wonderfull! E really enjoy listening you your voice is so calming! Congrats on the wedding and baby!

[@SymnthaSingh]

Great to have you back Izzy, don’t put too much pressure on yourself. You are amazing as you are already, think of that break as a deserving time to yourself.

[@naktara78]

I may be a small population of viewers, but I am a recently married first year medical resident who is 8 months pregnant. I would love to hear about the way you are navigating marriage, medicine, and motherhood since it is so difficult to find this overlap in identities! It has been a unique challenge to start off as a resident while pregnant, managing the hours working, learning curve of moving to a new city, and all the pregnancy symptoms. But I feel these are all my callings, so I keep showing up (even if not at 100% in all categories every day). Regardless, looking forward to your future videos whatever they may be about! I think the videos I love most on youtube are about how people are navigating their unique life challenges, balancing their commitments, how they are working through off days and feelings, what tools they are using to build the life they are dreaming about, what those dreams are. I suppose even if someone might not have the exact same story as you (whether in career type, relationship status, dreams, etc.), the themes of human life seem to be applicable to everyone and are on repeat in the world. So it is always valuable to hear about how someone is navigating the unique parts of their life story. Congratulations to all your exciting updates. Will be praying for you and your family.

[@yuval7213]

You’re such a light in this world! I’ve been watching your content for years, and it always inspires me. Congratulations on your wedding! 💖

[@Ivanaly]

I relate to your pregnancy update, and I've been reflecting on my values/aspirations! Working in corporate in San Francisco, it's a similar mindset you're describing of career-oriented and socially appropriate after at least 5-10 years in the career before having children. My husband and I figured it would take probably at least 6-12 months of trying, but we also found out we were pregnant right after our honeymoon this summer! I'm in second trimester right now, and I've had such bad pregnancy symptoms that I had to take sick days off work - and I feel guilty for how my productivity has dropped due to exhaustion/pain/sickness. Income generation and financial security are values that I've clung to for most of my life, and I'm reshaping my values during this pregnancy to prioritize more about my health and time. Because not many people die regretting that they didn't spend enough time in their career - I think people tend to realize that the time cherished with friends and family was what they really longed for.

[@yunxinchang4474]

Thank you so much to be back with lots of big good news! Congradulations! You're so powerful to cope with all these changes.

[@janinaolschewski6984]

Wow Izzy, thanks so much for your openness and sharing so vulnerably all the ups and downs and considerations you went through - very inspiring content! ❤ Really wholesome! Congratulations on the wedding and the baby on the way!❤ I joined Productivity Spark and your 3 year Portal exercise earlier and i was amazed at how grounded, inspired and moved i felt! What you share touches people, it touched me deeply for sure!!!❤

[@Oujiz]

Jumped here from Ali's video, first of all, big congrats! Creating a human is simply exceptional. (I have two super young kids, so I can relate a bit.) Seems like Ali forgot a little detail in his life update haha. Also, couldn’t agree more with your thoughts on women in society, motherhood, and everything else it's spot on. I didn’t know your channel before, but this is exactly why I subed. Congrats again!

[@bluish2720]

Izzy, you’re the youtuber that has inspired me the most. I’ve always been looking forward to your new videos, and I hope you can always make the content you truly enjoy:) Congrats on the new chapter of your life! sooo happy and excited for you🥹🥹

[@VirginiaRobbins-ic4vk]

Wow. I am so glad to have followed this link from Ali’s channel to “meet” you. As an academic mother/wife, this was beautiful to hear. I have traveled a very similar path and had to restructure my self view and intrinsic value during a difficult pregnancy. Many blessings to you. I so so wish that you will continue to speak to the value of pregnancy/motherhood.

[@thehound1169]

what the hell is going on..... Rowena is pregnant. Ali is gonna be a parent. All the youtubers I used to watch are getting either married and/or pregnant. And here I am with an entirely, F***ed dating life.

[@Sabzworld77]

u are not alone 😂 my dating life is dry af and came to conclusion that I might die alone 😂

[@mariamnagujjatheladiesguid8757]

😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@mariamnagujjatheladiesguid8757]

Ali is a very lucky Man... Dr. Izzy is really Easy😊... She is so calm n full of peace... What a blessed Couple!!!! Aliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii youuuuuu areeeeeee Dammmmmm LUCKY!!! She got pregnant right away😅.... That baby is Genius 😅

[@JamesKirk-h9e]

Ah that was amazing- thanks for sharing! Your video made me call my mum and tell her how thankful I am for everything she has done for me as a mother. Best of luck with everything that's to come- I'm excited for you guys.

[@BZaildar]

Most powerful video on you tube on the importance of motherhood. Congratulations to both of you!

[@shahruzgafurov7351]

Thank you so much for your podcasts and and videos in English. I really like British English, especially when you pronouncing it! Keep making this videos because you can not even imagine how it’s changing someone’s English skills! You are the best!

[@wangnyeo4354]

I was excited to see your updates after watching Ali recent video but never ever thought what every single word you said I needed so badly at this moment! You could never imagine how much these words meant to me because Ive literally being going through the same questions marks you faced… Thank you so much Izzy from the bottom of my heart. Wishing you all the best both you and Ali and the little one who’s on the way.

[@lauraromualdoprates]

omg Izzy, thanks for this video, you don’t even know how it helps me to understand the situations that I’m also experiencing and feeling… I’m so grateful for knowing your channel a couple of months ago, you have light in your own and inspire me a lot

[@TuLink123]

Holy shit thank you Izzy! I watched your videos 2 years ago when I started learning Mandarin and now to see you come back makes me happy!

[@murm-ov8lp]

Thank you for this video, it was eloquent, intentional and opening to mature thoughts on adult life as a woman. You are valuable adding this video for others. As a phd student in a foreign country on my own after facing some of the issues you've felt, under different circumstances, I can recognise the fears and emotions you are showing. You are strong and the perfect person to become a mother. Enjoy this opportunity you now have to experience this moment. ❤

[@Dinokitten-mq1wr]

I love this long form video! I can listen to you speak all day. So soothing and calming. Thank you for being so vulnerable and personable. Congratulations to the wedding and your pregnancy! You’re an inspiring role model to me. I have been wanting to reconnect with my Chinese roots but med school has been busy but I thought if Izzy can learn Mandarin during med school and med internship so can i (or i can try). I have been rewatching your Mandarin videos lately and they are so helpful with the resources you provided as well! Thank you! I completely agree with and support your spiritual revelations and i am happy for you! I was so surprised that 2 of my fav KZbinrs are married 🫢 i absolutely had no idea that you both are together. I have been watching both of you separately.

[@enlesson1980]

Dear Izzy! Your videos are really helpful. Keep on doing your great job! I personally enjoy listening to your perfect RP pronunciation, your soft voice and, which is the most important, wonderful tips you give on different subjects!

[@estherkazadi7482]

So much life updates ! im so happy for you, congrats Izzy :)

[@batoolalbatat1278]

Congratulations on this incredible new chapter and the possibility of motherhood! I’m so happy for you and inspired by how you’ve found your true purpose in life. Everything you shared resonated deeply, and I admire your journey. Personally, I feel like I’m still navigating that path. I’ve built my career as a doctor and had my beautiful babies, but now I find myself in a bit of limbo, wondering what my true purpose is. Thank you for sharing-it’s given me a lot to reflect on!

[@maiviffbc11]

Congratulations!!! I was both surprised and happy for you and Ail. Best wishes!

[@juliet8076]

Welcome back Dr. Izzy! Appreciate you being transparent about your journey bec. it's really therapeutic and relatable. I enjoyed watching this video!

[@aliceogasawara]

Congratulations Izzy!!!🩷 I cannot express how happy I am!! Thank you for sharing your happiness with us🥰 Love both of you 🫶

[@thedreamlance]

Congrats! And welcome back, we've missed you! 💗

[@NazeedaKors]

What a beautiful person you are, inside and out! May your life, that of your husband and baby to come be filled with all the most fulfilling, wonderful and enriching life experiences! Congratulations!

[@fuzzyspirals]

This is absolutely beautiful. I came across your now husband video earlier than yours became obsessed with you content and now I learn you two not only know each other but are married with a baby otw and moved to a whole new country… Wow what an amazing life you’ve shared with us. Blessing to you all. Talk about being inspiration to starting a KZbin channel. 😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ChristineIC]

OMG! Congratulations on your marriage and pregnancy! So true...Life gives you challenges to help you grow...I love your channel. I don't care for sponsorships. I do the videos I want on my channel for my enjoyment. Yes, it is everywhere but that is life, MY LIFE! I love it! I would it change it for anything. I hope you're back! Love your insights. 😍 Stay YOU!

[@ashwinadeenanath4072]

loved to listed to this, especially as a working mom of a 7 month old. Motherhood is very special, please remind yourself to enjoy every single minute of it. Not to sound alarming, but the first year is really hard, it takes a toll on health and the relationship, especially with two ambitious parents. Brace yourself for it, and as you said, lots of self compassion for yourself and for each other. what has helped us is to have a community of new parents to relate to. and we started nursery at 6 months old, this has helped a lot as well! good luck to both of you and enjoy!

[@annakowalska6105]

Congratulations! 🎉 I'm so happy for you and Ali! I wish you healthy and happy baby😊

[@tiffanyballard7787]

Congratulations, Izzy! Thanks for sharing this! I love your content, new subscriber after meeting you on the huge live Spark Summit. I'm already excited about becoming a ProgressPal app founding member. I'm also new to having a KZbin Channel and the wisdom you shared and how you've met yourself where you are with your channel & other expectations as your life shifted, is inspiring and so refreshingly real. 🥰

[@AbbysBandwidth-ABW]

Aww she's back 🤭🤭🤭 I was just watching your video this morning on growing my KZbin channel for next year I'm glad to see you again and yes we still remember you 💕

[@zaraxmedia]

Congratulations to you both Dr. Ali and Dr. Izzy!!! Thank you for sharing very inspiring. God bless always! :)

[@CNCiel]

Hi Izzy. I'm fairly new to your channel and have only seen a few videos (namely the first 6 months experience in medicine) but I really appreciated the views you presented on motherhood as that has been a complex concept in today's society of girl bosses and career women. But I think I have to agree, being a mother, creating life is one of the greatest abilities on the planet and sadly so undervalued in this day and age. All the best in your journey of motherhood and welcome back!

[@CleanFairy-p4o]

Omg I'm a law student who missed a lot of uni due to escaping an abusive home (mother). And I have felt soooo heartbroken at how lost I am with all my work and I just clicked on this video to see what you've been up to and it, surprisingly, was a MASSIVE help to me. You mentioned how there is a valid and rational reason as to why we are not giving our 100% and that it's okay and we should talk to ourselves as we would to a friend in need. I also liked when you mentioned enjoyment is efficiency. I haven't finished the video yet but just had to share how you moved me to tears and have really given me a gentle nudge to keep moving towards my goals 💗 Congratulations and thank you! 😊

[@scottstevenson6093]

You are so good at studying and accomplishing your goals, would love to hear your thoughts on how you avoid procrastination and stay productive etc. as I am always constantly overwhelmed at what I want to do and end up doing nothing and it’s a never ending cycle. Congrats on everything btw you are a great person!

[@MrsHHart]

Welcome back Izzy! I am so happy you are talking candidly about motherhood and the societal expectations around this. Having a goal to want to be an outstanding parent is worthy of the same respect and attention as any other ambition. I also lived in Hong Kong for 8 years, wishing you, Ali and baby all the best for your new life there :)

[@dianasbooknook]

Izzy! I speak for everyone here, we would watch anything you post. Congrats and I wish you the best. 🧡💜

[@aniboo005]

This is so wholesome, I love how grounded you are 💗 congratulations on your new chapter

[@ShadowPatriot12]

"Enjoyment is efficiency" just unlocked a part of my brain I didn't know I needed!

[@pameladiche9343]

Thank you for the update Izzy! I’ve watched your KZbin journey and your contents are just truly authentic. I’m glad you talked about in finding your joy and purpose in creating your channel. So happy for your new chapter of motherhood. Yes, every woman, whatever path you choose, singleness, career, a wife, a mom, you are of great value. Much power! ♥️

[@inesvdiaries]

Congrats!!!! so happy for you guys ❤

[@DJMilez]

Glad you’re back. Just fyi or someone hasn’t mentioned it yet, there’s constant static playing throughout the entire video or at least it’s present in the first 10 min while I’m typing this out

[@2ndBirth]

Congratulations :o) Great to see you back. I'm sure whatever direction you choose with KZbin, that you'll make it successful. I don't think it's so much about what you choose to do, it's you that people are tuning in for. I totally identify though about all the concerns and pressure social media can bring into our lives. It can become a bit love, hate. Maybe just get back to it being more on the love side of things and then that should come across in the videos. God bless you and your new husband :o) I'm sure your future looks bright, even mores now that you are a team. I totally agree too about how belittled the role of motherhood is in today's society, and the role of fatherhood for that matter. It's refreshing to hear your views on that.

[@shaydaison]

OMG I didn’t even know you and Ali are together! I’m so happy for you, guys! Congratulations! 🎉❤

[@SelfHelpShelf]

So happy to see you back, Izzy! I really enjoy your content. Best of luck in Hong Kong and with the baby, congratulations on everything!.

[@anfelanfel1846]

I'm 19 years old med student girl and most of the time I feel lost and do not know from where to start while I truly know that I have bunch of things to do not only in my studies but also in my social life and way to make money while studying,and I feel like I'm too late to start and others on my age are achieving a lot the thing that make me sad and upset . SO PLEASE IF YOU CAN HELP I'LL BE THANKFUL ❤ THINK IS ABSOLUTELY THE LONGEST COMMENT I'VE EVER WRITTEN BEFORE 😂

[@zm7985]

Don´t compare yourself with others. Just work on yourself and try to improve to be the person you would love to be friend with. 19 years is very young. You have your whole life to work.

[@ma.corinabalalilje9881]

So happy you're back. Congratulations! I'm looking forward to listening to you mumbling again, it makes me feel like I'm talking to a friend. The first time I watch your video, I felt a connection with you and I saw a genuine person. I was actually wondering what have you been up to when you were on hiatus, I checked out you're IG and I was so happy to see you got married. Congratulations!

[@BoshersYarzabal]

I'm favoured only God knows how much I praise Him, $230k every 4weeks! I now have a big mansion and can now afford anything and also support God’s work and the church.

[@SimplotElbie]

Wow that's huge, how do you make that much monthly?

[@FarnellCannaday]

Only God knows how much grateful i am. After so much struggles I now own a new house and my family is happy once again everything is finally falling into place!!

[@KingsleyFoska]

I'm 37 and have been looking for ways to be successful, please how??

[@DillahuntSilmon]

I remember giving her my first saved up $20000 and she opened a brokerage account with it for me, it turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me.

[@IbrahimFilipe]

[@imdee9024]

You are just a breath of fresh air here on KZbin - love your soft nature, intelligence and fierceness that all show in your character. Ali got the full package and quite frankly, so did you. You're right - being a parent is hands down the most important and fulfilling thing you will ever do. I don't know you but I am proud of you and Ali and I wish you a happy and fruitful future with your little bean. 🥰

[@beamingnebula]

Best wishes!! 🍀

[@hermie6076]

Congratulations on everything, Izzy! I’m so glad you’re back. I watched this video all the way through and was completely hooked…❤❤❤, it was so soothing to watch and felt so genuine. I’d love to see more content like this. Ali is truly blessed to have you in his life!. Whenever I face challenges in my own life, I often think about how “Izzy” or “Lana Blakely” might handle the situation, and it inspires me to approach it with the same calmness and thoughtfulness. Being a doctor myself, I can relate to many of your thoughts. I really admire the positivity and depth you bring to your videos…🙌🏻. Looking forward to your future videos….❤

[@gabrielle_706]

Such a beautiful video! HK is so lucky to have you here 🥰

[@byejuyo]

I have watched and followed your channel since you had a hundred or so subscribers due to the podcast you were on, and this is such an awesome thing to see. Congrats!

[@ZalakDaftary]

I really enjoyed your calm composure and the peaceful way you communicated. I'll go meditate now 😊

[@IzzySealey]

🧘🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️

[@changchang6511]

O.M.G for sure!!! Congratulations to all of these amazing news, the marriage and the kid. Wish you and Ali the bests on the journey ahead. 😍

[@silversurfer8818]

Nice to see you again, but the microphone makes a tiny buzzing noise.

[@IzzySealey]

Ahh yeah sorry, only noticed after upload :( fixing for next time!

[@rectoroseanne]

Wow! 🎉Congrats! & Best wishes!🎉 Dr. Izzy. We're so happy for you!🤗🥳💕💕

[@IzzySealey]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@AlessandraAleluia]

Congratulations on these new chapters in your life! I'm so happy to see u back on KZbin. Topics that I'd love to see in your channel: how do you conciliate everything in your life (love, studies, now motherhood, etc), how do you find your priorities in life/how was your journey and discovering things now, what advice you'd like to receive earlier. Kisses from Brazil 💛

[@MDNoman-u5z]

Congratulations ma'am.love you from Bangladesh 🎉🎉❤❤

[@pcfixonsite]

congratulations, WISH YOU BOTH ALL THE BEST

[@idontknowwhattonamethis75h82]

amazing insight, I say feminism has a massive role in this viewpoint you once had, not saying you yourself was a feminist but in the academic scene you will for sure get exposure to it.

[@wintphyo3381]

Welcome back Izzy! I used to watch your videos to learn english. You are one of the most respectful people being a mother. Love ya🎉🎉🎉

[@IrfansWorld...Worldoflove]

Congrats to both of you❤❤love from india