I love your videos about every day life, local attractions. In particular, I love the videos at your dacha, cooking the fish, doing the gardening, the interview with your mom, the trips to Sochi. Seeing the kinds of things you have in shops that we might not have here. The bison park video was nice too because it is something local and fun. I have been in your channel since almost the beginning and I love seeing you and your every day life. I don't need lots of structured culture content. We come back every week to see YOU! Best greetings from Kansas USA ❤🌈🌻
I would love to see more day in the life videos. I always enjoy those. You might think they are boring to you, but I enjoy seeing what life is like in otter countries. I also loved the one you did at your family’s summer home. The relaxing way it was filmed was really cool.
Sorry, the post was lost. The frank, freshness, open eyed observations are what makes your channel worth watching. I am happy to wait to hear how your new chapter in life works out for you and those you influence. The answer is - be yourself You think you have exhausted your topics. These topics are without end. Your life if of interest to all who come to Russia and follow the way you live. Best advice - keep things simple and please don’t overthink
I think this channel is bigger than Russia issues, this channel is about YOU now. YOU are the brand. Some ideas: -update on your friend that was forced to join -go on some blind dates -your journey/steps on leaving Russia -more interviews, maybe take questions from the audience -more live streams
As an American, we don’t normally get to see Russia from a Russians point of view. I enjoy your daily vlogs, sightseeing, day trips - anything! It’s exciting for us to see Russia from your lense.
I am so thankful you are safe and healthy! That is the most important part! But to answer your question, you can do a mix of meditation videos, videos about your journey through the immigration process, personal videos about your life or just your feelings on whatever you want to share, interviews with others like your family, local attractions and museums, art history, music history, food culture, and language. Whatever you want and feel comfortable to share. Most of us just like everything you make, Xenia, honestly, because we love you 💕Keep up the good spirit; you’re doing great!! 😊
You’re a naturally authentic presenter. We’re appreciative of your down-to-earth and honest observations of your life. Wherever you find yourself… please continue to do what you do. 😎
Even day in the life about life in Russia, even now with things not being "normal" is good for us to see. Especially as Americans it is nice to see the other side and how Russians truly live and behave and feel. Daily stuff is still fascinating to us.
Don't feel as if you need to constantly keep putting out videos, or sticking to the roughly once per week schedule. There will be times when nothing much is going on, so just adjust your self-expectations accordingly. Throttle back the pressure. If you feel you absolutely have to post something, you can keep it short ("I'm still here, doing fine"). But then, there will come times when a lot is changing quickly, and you will reflexively know what to discuss or report on. Have confidence in yourself -- which we all know you have, by putting up the channel in the first place. You call us your friends, which is so nice to say, so trust that we are happy just to hear from you every once in a while.
Keep chatting about the everyday things you like to do. That's what we enjoy about your channel. Maybe visit some new towns and ask the locals 'what would a foreign visitor like about this place?'
No pressure. We have come to know you as a friend and understand that this has been a devastating year for you. So happy to see you have found a direction to help yourself and others find inner peace and purpose to help others. Just keeping us informed that you are okay is all we need and your relocation progress.
I agree with your other subscribers! I love just seeing You! and your family and your life! Most of us have an idea of the political situation to one degree or another! i like to see and understand Your life and the things that bring you joy! No pressure at all! I think your day in the life is actually contributing to making the world seem like a neighbourhood with it's own flavours and traditions! xo Dawn
I am glad you are safe and healthy. How about doing some historical or food posts? I fell in love with St. Petersburg and would love to see it through your eyes. You could do a few vlogs from the Fortress, Petershof, Catherine's Palace, Church of the Spilled Blood, Fabrege museum and palace history, Russian Vodka museum, and more. I'd love to learn more about Russian and Georgian food. I'm sure a blog just about the Pavolva dessert would be fascinating. Hugs to you from California.
I enjoyed your topics before the war and I have appreciated your willingness to share everything that you can safely. Please just follow your heart and share with us things that bring you joy. We are aware of the situation, but I am looking forward to seeing you smile. Take good care of you and no matter what share what's going on with you.
I would like to see the arts. Russian lacemaking, needlework, dressmaking. How about art galleries? Maybe where people dance, classes or theater performances. What classes are given at local University? Are they free? Are there museums? Are there any cooking classes, maybe interesting restaurants with special dishes. Are there movie houses. When people go out for an evening where do they go. Stay away from politics. No explanations needed. We understand.
What about the subject of Russian history of St Petersburg . Like life of peter the great …. Or may be new generation kids of st Petersburg what they think about other countries
I enjoy when you cook Russian/Slavic recipes. I think it is still okay to share your stories from your life and your traditions. I would like to see more food related videos.
I love your straightforward approach. Thank you! Videos about schooling and your own schooling and opinion of the system in Russia. Videos about what is reliable and what is not e.g. shoes, transport, cinema? Is there much film industry in Russia? The obscure area's where life might differ in other countries e.g. factories, local farm supplies family life e.g. single parents, families and social activities. Good luck, my dear Ksenia and take very good care 🌿
My wife and I watch your channel to see you! If we want to hear about politics, we can watch it elsewhere. The things that interest us are architecture (old, new, city or farms), the scenery in Russia as well as Belarus, different customs, and really anything different than our daily lives. Thanks for what you do provide.
Travel would be good for you as well as us. I personally like to see you do live cooking with the questions and answers. What is the relocation move stuck on? What have they told you? Please don't stress yourself about subjects, I think that will be easily sorted.
Stay away from politics, it's a no win situation and you'd get backlash from both sides. A couple suggestions: I've always enjoyed your outings, fishing, berry picking, etc. What is available to you this time of the year. OR How about taking us along on a typical day in your life. From daybreak to sunset. Take care and God Bless
Day in the life, Grocery haul, cooking videos, personal economy, family traditions, Belarus datsha update, everything you do is new and interesting for people in western countries.
Now, this is something you don't see everyday! I drop by to watch your channel because you are an articulate experiencer of life in St. Petersburg during the SMO. The content you have cleverly created is excellent and often very detailed and researched. You are often self-defacing, you don't need to be the expert, just being the smart and funny woman you are is enough. I think when we're looking, things will come to us and I believe you'll find a way to keep things interesting. I remember someone telling me once, "the way will show." You are on the way and it will reveal itself. Meditate, until all is breathing in and breathing out, and you are reduced to the simplicity of all life....then the way will show. From Canada with hope!
I agree, as an American I would be interested in seeing the places you like to visit in Russia and Tell us about them, I love nature both Flora and Fauna so if you have special natural places in nature you love to go to that would be great or other places of interest that you think most tourists to your country would like to see and take a day trip from whatever city to someplace special to you.
I totally understand where you are coming from on this issue. You have a huge heart. Some of my favorite videos from anyone is their day to day life. Cooking, grocery hauls, cleaning etc. I like your cooking videos. Since I am from the USA, I am very interested in learning how other countries cook and what their recipes are. I think you could do short day trips also. If you go visit your Mom and her Dacha. I would be interested in a short tutorial of the Dacha and how a lot of Russians have them but don’t seem to live in the full time. Update us on your Meditation classes. I find that very interesting. Do you like to read? If so some book recommendations would be interesting. If you are burnt out (it is understandable). Take a break. Just don’t leave us. We would miss you. I have already learned a lot about Russia and the Russian people from your channel. Sorry to be so long. You are such a good person and we want you to be happy. A loyal subscriber/friend.
I see your dilemma and feel your frustration. I'm sure there is still beauty to be seen in Russia and sometimes, because of many different things that happen, it becomes hard for us to see. Maybe not to promote travel and positive vibes but more a view of the best you can still see around you and share what you will miss once you arrive in your new life. I guess that could be a topic for your last video from Russia. I know people are suffering as you need to go on and your heart wont allow you to make positive content as it all happens in your real time. I know that was no help at all and I hope you get suggestions that will be usable for content for you. Finding beauty is a step to escape depression. Please keep sharing with us.
Take a break from making videos, rest up for a week or two. Then do a video on whatever you feel like. We love watching you, you are like a sister or best friend. We don't care what it's about, it's you we want to see. Maybe another recipe. Or a walk around the city. Or just anything that affects you or is bothering you. Or something that makes you happy. Or just talk about how meditation can help someone.
One of the reasons I watch your vlog is because I am interested in travel and I travel a lot by myself. I especially enjoy your content because it is from a single person’s perspective. You cover a lot of the costs of travel that one person on a budget finds useful. So wherever you end up and whatever you do I am looking forward to you continuing that unique perspective on life. More collaborations with Russians traveling abroad might be an interesting idea too. It’s tough when other sites are geared towards a younger audience or couples traveling together and sharing expenses and opinions. Your opinion is important too and I just hope to see more of that.
what about exploring russian art and literature? i would love it if you maybe shared a favorite poem by a russian writer, read it to us, and translated it. or other russian lore/proverbs/etc that are meaningful to you. like the other commenters already said: we like your perspectives and understand your situation. : )
Personally, I think there are enough channels that cover the invasion/war. You shouldn’t feel you need to go anywhere near that. I like what you said about your changing world perspective. If your opinions are changing, then they should be reflected. New content is always a challenge for creators and I can only imagine how hard it must be for you right now. One word of advice is to not take your channel in a totally different direction (meditation) than your long term viewers are used to. There are plenty of meditation channels out there and if you want to join those ranks, you may want to look into creating a second channel. Personally, if I am tuning into a channel to see more about life in Russia and suddenly get fed something completely different, I would likely look elsewhere. Just my two cents! I wish you all the success and happiness in the world!
Love YOU. I have dear friend who moved BACK to Russia, so she tell me all the time about how things are different from America milk comes in a bag? I like seeing the stores, watching you cook things, love the summer place....you could do a whole summer blog growing, cooking, preserving. And just hanging out. Also the utube hit channel in azerbyjan, they never talk, duo them or feature something they made... and talk more in depth about what they are making? Making tea from bushes and shrubs lol I always want to know what they making tea from, make a tea from your yard and talk about it. Also, I always joke w my friend and ask if she has compote drink in her fridge, always asking her about compote drink...make one a month for us :) seasonal compotes. Also we laugh because my friend grow up in USA, and so she says sometimes Russians think she is so strange, because she smiles all the time and is so nice. I told her about your video in the park smiling at people like a video game, we laughed and laughed. One last idea, since you do not have a lot of American or mexican food, maybe try some copycat recipies.....so you make American fast foods or restraunt foods :) mexican food is so good. My friend says there is none there so Russian makes American mexican food and tries for first time :) Oh and my friend daughter dresses up at school in traditional dress and they all sing, so cute....and she says Russian love a flower head dress....and flowers period but those head bands of flowers so cool...you could talk about them and maybe make one if you have access to flowers And so many malls, with so many activities for kids, crazy how many cool things for kids. And healthcare....how it's free or but if you want better care or to be seen sooner if you pay more I have my own personal xenia , but it still learn from you and talk to her about you and what you said :)
Another, if it's safe to, video on a days news from the newspaper and the tv.. it doesn't have to be news only about the current 'situation' but on what are the local news stories in St Petersburg in the media on one day.. I enjoyed the one you did on that before.
The content that would make me happiest watching is the content you enjoy making! ❤ I only started watching a few months ago - I initially was searching for information on Russian life that I won't find on the American news channels and I continued watching because I have enjoyed getting to know you as a "regular Russian" yes, but more importantly, because I have enjoyed getting to know you as an INTERESTING HUMAN BEING. I am interested in what interests you. I very much enjoy content about culture, traditions, food, shopping, music, etc. but I won't enjoy it if I know you do not enjoy making it. I'm a big believer in the idea that "if the creator loves it, the viewer will too." I don't hold you, or any regular citizen of Russia, responsible for the decisions made by your government and I am able to separate your content from the actions of Putin. I think there are ways to embrace your country and make content that shows off all of it's wonders to the world without appearing blind to the events in Ukraine. I think the viewers can tell you love your country but don't always love the decisions made by your leaders - and that is personally all I need to know - the rest of it is personal and none of my business. I don't think you should feel guilty showing the world the parts of your country you are proud of, but I am not you. If that content makes you uncomfortable I respect that and don't want you making content that makes you feel that way. I will watch your channel and enjoy your content no matter what you decide because I am here to learn about you - not just about Russia. If you enjoy making the video, I am confident I will enjoy watching it! 🥰
Ksenia, I very much enjoy your videos about your life in Russia. As a Canadian, I realize that ordinary people living ordinary lives in whatever country show all of us how much we share in common. Tell us more about your culture -- and some history as well. Nothing is trivial and everything is interesting as told by you! Take a breather for a bit for some reflection. I'm sure that meditation will help with that. I follow a number of vloggers around the world because I'm interested in learning about ordinary people's lives. As for your future plans, make decisions when you are in a peaceful frame of mind and not suffering from stress. Wherever you go, you will bring some joy and light to those who meet you.
Excellent vid, and Ksenia seems to be one of the few to see the dilemma. Which there is and many vloggers from Russia either don‘t care or don‘t really share. So more power to her. What I would like, especially linked to places like St. Petersburg, is history (buildings, institutions, palaces, Aurora, bridges, its role as a capital, influences from other places invited by Peter the Great, the siege, gardens, suburbs, different centuries …). Surely history is in between culture and politics (i.e. potrntially dangerous), but if treated with caution really interesting
Listen Ksenia, I didn't watch your vids b/c of geopolitical content. Your vids are genuine & informative, you put positivity ahead of all else. Stay sweet 🍭 and be safe.
Your regular content as it helps me understand Russian life, opinions and lifesyles as I personally want to be able to analise why most Russians do what they do, or believe what they believe x
Youre evolving, its the journey I appreciate watching. Meditation will offer you and subsequently us much more insight on the situation in Russia. Keep walking, the road will rise up to meet you. ❤
Russia is rich in history and culture. Everyday life in your country is interesting,. The important thing is that you stay safe, keep growing as a human being and keep creating content that reflect your interests. You are an interesting person and I'm interested in knowing you. Good luck. I wish for you a fulfilling and healthy life.
As an American I love your content and would love to continue seeing it just as it was. If you feel the need to change because it's in your heart, we understand,but if you are concerned about losing viewers or support please don't. Rest assured any news you are seeing coming out of the main stream media is complete and utter propaganda, bullshit and lies. You're awesome. Do what you feel is right for you and we will here for it. How about some dating videos... That would be fun too. 😉😁
Here to help. I admire your conscience and thoughtfulness. Thank you for being sensitive and caring. I was so interested in Russian culture before the "special military operation" and now I am not. It upsets me because of the devastation and suffering. So while I'm not interested in Russia tourist stuff, I'm interested in your daily life and wherever you go/whatever you do in the course of daily living. I'm interested in you. A young professional woman living in difficult circumstances. I want to know about everywhere you've ever traveled. Where you grew up. What is the relocation process you're waiting on? Who are your favorite creators? If you visited certain countries, what are the things you would most like to see/do/try? What do you think of the AI revolution happening now? What are you most curious about and interested in? How is your family? In friendship.
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Oh, I hope you will be able to relocate during summer. It must be so frustrating to just wait and wait. Bulgaria would give so many new topics - there is a pink lake there, Lake Atanasovsko, I wish you can go there and make a video on that place. I totally understand your feelings about Russia now, as well. Maybe a good video-idea would be the relocation-process itself - how it works there, what is the procedure like, how you are proceeding with all this, what your new place will be like, exploring Bulgarian cuisine and cooking yummy Bulgarian dishes as long as you need to wait - getting tuned on Bulgaria. :)
As an Economist _- who once traveled across Russia - I’d suggest the following. Tell us how the quality / the service level of products ‘ and price reasonableness and the volume supplied have or are changing since two years ago. Are Iran and Chinese products substituted for now harder to get (but not impossible if you pay enough and find the retail merchants who can by pass sanction supply chains ) COMPARE to the quality and prices you paid back in late 2021. Assume that normal global inflation over the last two years averaged maybe about 5% to 6% each of the two years. How much higher are equivalent quality goods today mid year 2023 then in 2021? If higher than say about 12%, that difference suggests a consumer impact on affordability. To the upper middle class and rich class, that difference might be shrugged off. But for others, it will hurt. Which broad products supply and price/quality differences seem to matter to the Russian consumer. That might require some interviews. What percent of the market segment by commodity type seem to have one to bags with purchases. Versus what you saw in 2021? How many sales people are on the store market floor to help buyers versus in 2021. What estimated percent of sales store fronts are closed versus what your eye saw in 2021? Cheers! Jim
I'm interested in general life in RU (local food specialities, newspapers, shops, restaurants), and also the sights of St Petersburg, interesting local towns (e.g. Shlisselburg). But I don't want a dry documentary - I want to see these things from your perspective and hear your quirky insights.
If you continue any current event observations, ( you have already done so very well and I know it is very complicated and difficult to talk about ) , you will just be repeating yourself. I respect you very much, as you choose to be a public person during a very difficult time. Your insight into actual events, and your compassion, endear you!
I can only speak for myself, but I imagine what people really want is to learn about the *real* Russia. The actions taken by her politicians aren't those of the people, any more than they are for the next nation. Thanks to the Soviet-era 'cold war', people in the west learned so little about Russia. Which is a crying shame when it's a nation(s) with such a rich and varied history and cultures. Hopefully one day you'll feel comfortable sharing more of it with us.
Can you separate "the people", "the culture", "the politics", "the traditions" etc.? I don't think so. I can hardly imagine something shaping country and it's people more than war.
I started watching your channel to see how the people of Russia are doing since the end of the Soviet Union. I like seeing what you do and how you survive as a single woman in Russia. I love the travel, the cooking, how you celebrate your holidays. I loved all of the pre-conflict content and how you got your apartment and your mom and all of it. I don’t want to see you talking about politics. In fact, those are the videos I do not watch. I can watch the news or other people who like to talk about such things. As an American liberal who has had to endure the changes in my country and watch as rights are stripped away from people here in America, I’m over it. I watch your videos when you talk about your life. I understand the negative side of things but I sure don’t want to waste my time by hearing a strong, resilient woman like yourself rehashing the days events. Just be you. Having grown up watching the Vietnam war on TV at dinner time, I sure don’t want to hear yet another UA-camr complaining about how bad things are. I know they are bad as most of us do. But how do you, Ksenia, find light and happiness in a world gone mad. What brings you joy. What do you want us to know about the best of the Russian people. If you want to start another channel or endeavor where you talk about meditation and metaphysics, go ahead but I hope you don’t do it here. I had such a business for years teaching Reiki and all that you are most likely discovering but it was just a part of my life. I had also a full time job selling to businesses all over the world and my life and hobbies were another part of my life. So my hope is that you go back to talking about your life and quit thinking that you have an obligation to explain the political aspects of your country to us. You don’t. Be well, my friend.
Hello Ksenia! I love your videos as they are not about political topics or other things like that. Your channel is very nice as it shows us your real life in Russia: your wonderful recipes, speaking about everything not concerned with politics... Well your channel is amazing for that. You should follow your istincts to create content that you like best and we will follow you anyway. You are such a beautiful person and we love your videos so much. Congrats for your course. Thank you very much and take care.
I think you should make content on your life in Russia, wheter it be cooking or traveling or issues that face your daily life. I am interested in the life and interests of an average person living in St Petersburg. I like your point of view and just want to watch videos that interest you. Your are competing with numerous other UA-camrs, but there is only one you.
I think you've been doing a great job. I find your presentations interesting and really appreciate hearing your honest opinions, and like that you don't just ignore this hard topic like many other vloggers do. I always look forward to your next video. You could talk about what's going on in your daily life, topics that you're hearing on the news, opinions that you're hearing from the people you encounter in your life. Do whatever you feel up to doing, I'm sure it'll be great, as usual!
I think i would describe your channel as an open diary. Dairies usually include whatever is on the your mind, but they tend to be about things that directly affect you: hobbies, family, friends, work, stressful situations, embarrassing situations, etc. For example, how has the dating life of women changed?
I love your Russian and soviet cooking videos ❤ also, I do enjoy the ones where you go into nature, like the foraging video. Maybe you could also talk some more about Russian literature, or art, films, for people who are studying Russian. I do understand it's a strange time to be discussing Russian culture as if nothing is happening. But I love your videos no matter what ❤ x Ooo if you want to do any meditation type videos that would be great (although I think maybe that's good to save for paying customers perhaps ?)
Well, reading a lot of these comments should give you some good ideas on what to do ... use them all ‼️ It will probably keep you going for a year or perhaps two 🤣 I would like to see another video update on your Brother's Dacha, has he done any improvements, his work, or whatever he does. Your cooking is always interesting too. I would also like to know about how Russians socialize - do they (or you) go out in the evening to say dancing, singing, music club, bowling, or whatever else there is ... how do people meet socially ❓ I love your walk and talk, the riverside is a lovely area, and it's just nice to see where you are round and about you. What about seeing you do a weekly food shop, and how much it will cost and how long the food lasts. Oh, there is SO much you can tell us, and we are very keen to see/hear all about it. Stay safe 🙏💜💚
I think all your viewers understand your position as a content creator in Russia these days and that if you don't speak about the 'situation' that it does not mean that you do not have opinions on it. You could show us some of your favorite places in St Petersburg or nearby. No one would feel you were ignoring other things by doing that. Doing that might be a break for you from the stress of planning what you will do about going to Bulgaria, your apartment etc etc. Congratulations on soon completing your meditation course..
I agree with you, I couldn't watch your regular content knowing that I would put up with the horror of SMO that way. Knowing your position on what is happening, guessing, I'm more comfortable to follow your daily life and I am happy to see that you are still thinking about living in Bulgaria.
Dear Xenia, you are doing just fine. You have almost 30K subscribers and we all love you , this is why we are here watching you. If I were you, I would not go into politics . I understand your moral dilemma , but there are many other things to talk about. You can talk about the Dating customs in Russia, what are the Russian local dating sites , pros and cons ? You can talk and maybe interview Foreign university students about their social and academic experiences. What visas and funding they need ? Maybe you can talk about the requirements from Russians trying to study abroad or immigrate. What are the funds and documents they need. What countries are still accepting them ? You are wonderful, just keep doing the good work that you do. Good luck.
I enjoy your live streams, both the cooking and the conversation. Perhaps more cooking or culinary videos. I live in an area of the US with a large "Eastern Bloc" population, yet I know surprisingly little about "your" cuisine. Heck, I don't even know what (or if) there is a "typical" Russian breakfast. What are things you eat too often? What are some things you've never tried? And, it doesn't hurt that food videos tend to do very well on UA-cam. You could mix it up with some ASMR sometimes, monologue sometimes, live stream conversations sometimes.
She did some, I loved it but I noticed that some idiots pop up with hate comments along the lines of “why are you praising Russia, you should be speaking against the regime” blahblah. I mean if she talked about Peter the Great that means she’s “Z” somehow…. She has a couple of videos from museums and she talks about the history of several Russians cities and even the Bulgarian city she visited. She also has a vlog from Vyborg, very interesting, if you want to check her older videos you’ll find those.
Would love to see and learn more of Belarus where I think your mom and brother live? Curious about average everyday things as well. What are pharmacies there like? What’s going to the doctor or dentist like there? Your grocery store videos are always so fascinating. What is the school system like there? Are there a lot of private schools? Why do most people live in apartments rather than in houses?
I would like to see videos the way it used to be, I enjoyed you talking about your studies to be a translator, etc, I loved to learn more about the Russian culture, etc. Your government makes decisions and you have to live with it, our government does that same and we have to live with it. I don't want to see a political video, I want to see how an everyday Russian lives, the good, the bad and the challenges.
I have recently found you and I have enjoyed your approach to general life in St. Petersburg. Perhaps explore things you can learn about as well, architecture and the history of certain popular spots. perhaps think and act like a tourist.
I would love “tourist in my town” videos. I haven’t been to St Petersburg (& not sure I’ll ever get to) … so what are the great historical sites - government buildings, mansions, churches, museums, gardens, etc? I appreciate your stance and have enjoyed your perspective on the videos I’ve seen over the years.
I've watched allot of your videos. This is first time to comment. I would recommend that you do the same thing that you have done all along. l mean talk about what ever you want even though you think it's redundant. You are sweet and have a calming voice and I look forward to seeing your new vids, hahaha even though you might feel their boring.😊
I would love to hear more about your childhood, family, etc. Do you have any older family photos of you growing up & and of your family or ancestors? Even some of the interests you have would be a great topic to cover. You are a very interesting person so videos of your likes and even your dislikes would be interesting. Favorite foods, movies, music, actors, etc.
I love your travel videos and the videos involving your family. Earlier, I was hoping to buy one of your snack boxes, but I guess that can't happen for awhile. Your scenic videos are wonderful 😊. ❤
I would like to see grocery videos the prices, what you eat eat week, like take a picture each day. I think there is value in taking video of cultural landmarks over the years.
What are some of your hobbies? I’m interested in what you’re doing from day to day. What did you fix for breakfast, lunch and dinner, what shows do you enjoy on TV, how do you clean your home, what products do you use? What do you shop for? Just your day to day activities.
Hi Ksenia, I used to watch your videos and then went on a long Xmas vacation, when I came back I was sad to see you had not uploaded a video showing your Xmas celebrations (maybe you couldn't have any?). And from around that time it seemed to me that all videos were related to political information, and honestly I liked to watch your channel to relax and see your daily life. Let me tell you how I perceive you/why I like you, so maybe you get an angle of the videos some of us like: I see you as a brave, creative, independent woman with a big heart. You have been so strong when life threw curve balls at you, also you are really nice to your family/mom. You are younger than me and already bought an apartment, wow! And now you are moving to another country on your own (super wow, I've done the same and really relate). So I really admire you for being a strong, independent woman, yet you have a kind heart and have high empathy. So I just really enjoy watching a woman like you go out there and survive and make it in this world...videos related to that (and not politics) are what I really enjoy. Another thing, I'm trying to lose weight and you have mentioned the same sometimes, so I would also love videos related to that...successes, tricks, losses/failures :)
Ksenia, just tell your own story. You don't have to be an apologist , advocate or reporter. What are you doing? What are you focused on? What is your honest journey like now? What's happening with your job? Do you like your job? Hate it? Why? What's the talk like around the water cooler? Write a book about these times, and share your creative journey. The "Special Military Operation " doesn't define you. You define you. I want to experience the Lady who happens to be Russian living in the country that happens to be in a struggle.
How about do interviews of Russian Women and their lives of growing up with their families. This way you stay away from the conflict. Make a list of things that addresses what they did in childhood . Teach meditation … Can’t wait for your move to kick in . Good Luck 🍀
It's summer there show the outdoor stuff like the palaces petergoff ect they are wonderful I went to a lake near city swimming bbq all great stuff the first city of Russia I went there went inside the old building it was amazing it's such a great city St Petersburg it's not it's fault what's going on or the average Russian
If you were comfortable to share, I would love to know more about meditation and your spiritual practices. I've also always loved your content like food and history. There are many places we can go to learn about politics. Your authenticity is the thing. Thank you for sharing with us ❤
I think you should talk about what you feel comfortable with, from any point of view. That being said, as you asked for suggestions, what about talking a bit about Belarus and its culture, compared to Russia? Not politics, but daily life and basic differences. I feel that it is a little understood topic and your perspective, having lived in both, would be very insightful. Also your videos on real estate were very interesting. Could you talk also about how a typical family handles its finances in Russia? I understand that personal debt is very widespread and common for purchases that people elsewhere wouldn't commonly use it for. Or maybe it's just a misconception...
I understand your frustration. Even as an American I am frustrated with the direction Russia has gone. Russia was finally coming into the world. I was actually thinking a Vacation in Russia sounded like a cool learning experience. Now all that is gone. Russia has gone backwards 30 years. I don't think I will ever get to Russia in my lifetime at this point. I just dont think its going to be safe for American or even British citizens to enter the country for a long time. I like History. I find soviet history interesting and something I really don't know much about. They were hidden behind the iron curtain for years and everything was hidden. There are other channels doing what life was like under the USSR, I find them interesting........ maybe try to do some history related items? I dont think even most Westerners grasp how dangerous of a situation Ukraine is and how it could reach out and effect all of us. Its still escalating and my predictions at the beginning are coming true. They said only monetary help, then they said only ammo, then they said only artillery, then they said only short range missiles,................. well....... we are now at the point where we are providing long range missiles and fighter aircraft. If this conflict does not end its only a matter of time before its warm bodies that the west will have to provide. That is the next step and I have a son that just went into the Marines. The beating of the war drums is getting louder and its being beat by people (on both sides) who dont have any skin in the game. Go get a hug from your loved ones and keep your family close. Lets hope for a peaceful end to this war soon.
Be genuine. It’s not easy. But we would love for you to succeed in your future. You’re unique. There is nobody like you in the world. There is only one of us in every human lifetime.
Ksenia, I started watching your channel while I was watching a lot of Russian vloggers because I wanted to hopefully visit. I wanted to learn about the people and the place. You jumped out of the pack because of how really, really genuine you are. So real, gentle, and down to earth. Then I started watching your channel because of you. I no longer want to ever see Russia, but I want to hear about you. If I get a vote, I'd say just keep making content about your life! There is still beauty in Russia and there is sadness. Help us all to see it through your eyes. I can't speak for everyone else, but I know I will stay tuned...
I like watching videos of people who live the "van life" in the US and elsewhere. They live in the vans they converted to tiny homes on wheels. And they travel all around the US and other places discovering interesting places to visit like museums, art displays and just nice small towns. Places of natural beauty are shown too. Maybe you could do that in Russia since its a huge country. Also Russian cooking, history and people are very interesting to me. Good luck whatever you choose to do!
Dear Xenia..We love you and I enjoy your everyday life..going to buy groceries..cooking your meals..going for walks with conversation..friends you visit with..Just keep it simple...You stay safe..Many Blessings 🤗❤️🕊️🙏
So, what content would you prefer? Near political, near economical or my regular content (before February 2022)?
Be careful you don't need the FSB knocking at your door. People love food, talk about tradtional food, etc.
I don't think before February 2022 content is relevant anymore.
Regular content pre-february 2022
And what about doing nothing ?
Hobbies???
I love your videos about every day life, local attractions. In particular, I love the videos at your dacha, cooking the fish, doing the gardening, the interview with your mom, the trips to Sochi. Seeing the kinds of things you have in shops that we might not have here. The bison park video was nice too because it is something local and fun. I have been in your channel since almost the beginning and I love seeing you and your every day life. I don't need lots of structured culture content. We come back every week to see YOU! Best greetings from Kansas USA ❤🌈🌻
I would love to see more day in the life videos. I always enjoy those. You might think they are boring to you, but I enjoy seeing what life is like in otter countries. I also loved the one you did at your family’s summer home. The relaxing way it was filmed was really cool.
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Sorry, the post was lost. The frank, freshness, open eyed observations are what makes your channel worth watching. I am happy to wait to hear how your new chapter in life works out for you and those you influence. The answer is - be yourself You think you have exhausted your topics. These topics are without end. Your life if of interest to all who come to Russia and follow the way you live. Best advice - keep things simple and please don’t overthink
I think this channel is bigger than Russia issues, this channel is about YOU now. YOU are the brand. Some ideas:
-update on your friend that was forced to join
-go on some blind dates
-your journey/steps on leaving Russia
-more interviews, maybe take questions from the audience
-more live streams
As an American, we don’t normally get to see Russia from a Russians point of view. I enjoy your daily vlogs, sightseeing, day trips - anything! It’s exciting for us to see Russia from your lense.
Yes. Be yourself.
Agree
Yes! I agree
I also agree 👍
Agreed 100%!
I am so thankful you are safe and healthy! That is the most important part! But to answer your question, you can do a mix of meditation videos, videos about your journey through the immigration process, personal videos about your life or just your feelings on whatever you want to share, interviews with others like your family, local attractions and museums, art history, music history, food culture, and language. Whatever you want and feel comfortable to share. Most of us just like everything you make, Xenia, honestly, because we love you 💕Keep up the good spirit; you’re doing great!! 😊
This is all great advice. Any and all of these topics would be great.❤❤❤
I have seen comments about Bulgaria…are you moving?
You’re a naturally authentic presenter. We’re appreciative of your down-to-earth and honest observations of your life. Wherever you find yourself… please continue to do what you do. 😎
I love your cooking videos. Also just everyday Russian life. Thrift stores, apartments, decorating your apartment, just life. Please no politics
Even day in the life about life in Russia, even now with things not being "normal" is good for us to see. Especially as Americans it is nice to see the other side and how Russians truly live and behave and feel. Daily stuff is still fascinating to us.
Don't feel as if you need to constantly keep putting out videos, or sticking to the roughly once per week schedule. There will be times when nothing much is going on, so just adjust your self-expectations accordingly. Throttle back the pressure. If you feel you absolutely have to post something, you can keep it short ("I'm still here, doing fine"). But then, there will come times when a lot is changing quickly, and you will reflexively know what to discuss or report on. Have confidence in yourself -- which we all know you have, by putting up the channel in the first place. You call us your friends, which is so nice to say, so trust that we are happy just to hear from you every once in a while.
Keep chatting about the everyday things you like to do. That's what we enjoy about your channel. Maybe visit some new towns and ask the locals 'what would a foreign visitor like about this place?'
You are a very engaging person and I for one will watch whatever you choose to put up on YT. Whatever interests you we will watch. 🧡
No pressure. We have come to know you as a friend and understand that this has been a devastating year for you. So happy to see you have found a direction to help yourself and others find inner peace and purpose to help others. Just keeping us informed that you are okay is all we need and your relocation progress.
I agree with your other subscribers! I love just seeing You! and your family and your life! Most of us have an idea of the political situation to one degree or another! i like to see and understand Your life and the things that bring you joy! No pressure at all! I think your day in the life is actually contributing to making the world seem like a neighbourhood with it's own flavours and traditions! xo Dawn
I am glad you are safe and healthy. How about doing some historical or food posts? I fell in love with St. Petersburg and would love to see it through your eyes. You could do a few vlogs from the Fortress, Petershof, Catherine's Palace, Church of the Spilled Blood, Fabrege museum and palace history, Russian Vodka museum, and more. I'd love to learn more about Russian and Georgian food. I'm sure a blog just about the Pavolva dessert would be fascinating. Hugs to you from California.
I enjoyed your topics before the war and I have appreciated your willingness to share everything that you can safely. Please just follow your heart and share with us things that bring you joy. We are aware of the situation, but I am looking forward to seeing you smile. Take good care of you and no matter what share what's going on with you.
I would like to see the arts. Russian lacemaking, needlework, dressmaking. How about art galleries? Maybe where people dance, classes or theater performances. What classes are given at local University? Are they free? Are there museums? Are there any cooking classes, maybe interesting restaurants with special dishes. Are there movie houses. When people go out for an evening where do they go.
Stay away from politics. No explanations needed. We understand.
What about the subject of Russian history of St Petersburg . Like life of peter the great …. Or may be new generation kids of st Petersburg what they think about other countries
I enjoy when you cook Russian/Slavic recipes. I think it is still okay to share your stories from your life and your traditions. I would like to see more food related videos.
I love your straightforward approach. Thank you!
Videos about schooling and your own schooling and opinion of the system in Russia.
Videos about what is reliable and what is not e.g. shoes, transport, cinema? Is there much film industry in Russia? The obscure area's where life might differ in other countries e.g. factories, local farm supplies family life e.g. single parents, families and social activities. Good luck, my dear Ksenia and take very good care 🌿
My wife and I watch your channel to see you! If we want to hear about politics, we can watch it elsewhere. The things that interest us are architecture (old, new, city or farms), the scenery in Russia as well as Belarus, different customs, and really anything different than our daily lives. Thanks for what you do provide.
Travel would be good for you as well as us. I personally like to see you do live cooking with the questions and answers. What is the relocation move stuck on? What have they told you? Please don't stress yourself about subjects, I think that will be easily sorted.
Stay away from politics, it's a no win situation and you'd get backlash from both sides.
A couple suggestions:
I've always enjoyed your outings, fishing, berry picking, etc. What is available to you this time of the year.
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How about taking us along on a typical day in your life. From daybreak to sunset.
Take care and God Bless
Day in the life, Grocery haul, cooking videos, personal economy, family traditions, Belarus datsha update, everything you do is new and interesting for people in western countries.
Now, this is something you don't see everyday! I drop by to watch your channel because you are an articulate experiencer of life in St. Petersburg during the SMO. The content you have cleverly created is excellent and often very detailed and researched. You are often self-defacing, you don't need to be the expert, just being the smart and funny woman you are is enough. I think when we're looking, things will come to us and I believe you'll find a way to keep things interesting.
I remember someone telling me once, "the way will show." You are on the way and it will reveal itself. Meditate, until all is breathing in and breathing out, and you are reduced to the simplicity of all life....then the way will show. From Canada with hope!
I agree, as an American I would be interested in seeing the places you like to visit in Russia and Tell us about them, I love nature both Flora and Fauna so if you have special natural places in nature you love to go to that would be great or other places of interest that you think most tourists to your country would like to see and take a day trip from whatever city to someplace special to you.
I totally understand where you are coming from on this issue. You have a huge heart. Some of my favorite videos from anyone is their day to day life. Cooking, grocery hauls, cleaning etc. I like your cooking videos. Since I am from the USA, I am very interested in learning how other countries cook and what their recipes are. I think you could do short day trips also. If you go visit your Mom and her Dacha. I would be interested in a short tutorial of the Dacha and how a lot of Russians have them but don’t seem to live in the full time. Update us on your Meditation classes. I find that very interesting. Do you like to read? If so some book recommendations would be interesting. If you are burnt out (it is understandable). Take a break. Just don’t leave us. We would miss you. I have already learned a lot about Russia and the Russian people from your channel. Sorry to be so long. You are such a good person and we want you to be happy. A loyal subscriber/friend.
I see your dilemma and feel your frustration. I'm sure there is still beauty to be seen in Russia and sometimes, because of many different things that happen, it becomes hard for us to see. Maybe not to promote travel and positive vibes but more a view of the best you can still see around you and share what you will miss once you arrive in your new life. I guess that could be a topic for your last video from Russia. I know people are suffering as you need to go on and your heart wont allow you to make positive content as it all happens in your real time. I know that was no help at all and I hope you get suggestions that will be usable for content for you. Finding beauty is a step to escape depression. Please keep sharing with us.
Day in your life! That's what I like to view. Especially, the video's with your wonderful family. Traditional Russian recipes are always welcome.
Take a break from making videos, rest up for a week or two. Then do a video on whatever you feel like. We love watching you, you are like a sister or best friend. We don't care what it's about, it's you we want to see. Maybe another recipe. Or a walk around the city. Or just anything that affects you or is bothering you. Or something that makes you happy. Or just talk about how meditation can help someone.
Don't worry about what other people might think! Disregard any critical comments!!! Just keep sharing your life and others in St. Petersburg.
One of the reasons I watch your vlog is because I am interested in travel and I travel a lot by myself. I especially enjoy your content because it is from a single person’s perspective. You cover a lot of the costs of travel that one person on a budget finds useful. So wherever you end up and whatever you do I am looking forward to you continuing that unique perspective on life. More collaborations with Russians traveling abroad might be an interesting idea too. It’s tough when other sites are geared towards a younger audience or couples traveling together and sharing expenses and opinions. Your opinion is important too and I just hope to see more of that.
Yes, meditation. Perfect.
what about exploring russian art and literature? i would love it if you maybe shared a favorite poem by a russian writer, read it to us, and translated it.
or other russian lore/proverbs/etc that are meaningful to you.
like the other commenters already said: we like your perspectives and understand your situation. : )
Personally, I think there are enough channels that cover the invasion/war. You shouldn’t feel you need to go anywhere near that. I like what you said about your changing world perspective. If your opinions are changing, then they should be reflected. New content is always a challenge for creators and I can only imagine how hard it must be for you right now.
One word of advice is to not take your channel in a totally different direction (meditation) than your long term viewers are used to. There are plenty of meditation channels out there and if you want to join those ranks, you may want to look into creating a second channel.
Personally, if I am tuning into a channel to see more about life in Russia and suddenly get fed something completely different, I would likely look elsewhere.
Just my two cents! I wish you all the success and happiness in the world!
I totally agree.
Love YOU. I have dear friend who moved BACK to Russia, so she tell me all the time about how things are different from America milk comes in a bag?
I like seeing the stores, watching you cook things, love the summer place....you could do a whole summer blog growing, cooking, preserving. And just hanging out. Also the utube hit channel in azerbyjan, they never talk, duo them or feature something they made... and talk more in depth about what they are making? Making tea from bushes and shrubs lol I always want to know what they making tea from, make a tea from your yard and talk about it. Also, I always joke w my friend and ask if she has compote drink in her fridge, always asking her about compote drink...make one a month for us :) seasonal compotes.
Also we laugh because my friend grow up in USA, and so she says sometimes Russians think she is so strange, because she smiles all the time and is so nice. I told her about your video in the park smiling at people like a video game, we laughed and laughed.
One last idea, since you do not have a lot of American or mexican food, maybe try some copycat recipies.....so you make American fast foods or restraunt foods :) mexican food is so good. My friend says there is none there so Russian makes American mexican food and tries for first time :)
Oh and my friend daughter dresses up at school in traditional dress and they all sing, so cute....and she says Russian love a flower head dress....and flowers period but those head bands of flowers so cool...you could talk about them and maybe make one if you have access to flowers
And so many malls, with so many activities for kids, crazy how many cool things for kids.
And healthcare....how it's free or but if you want better care or to be seen sooner if you pay more
I have my own personal xenia , but it still learn from you and talk to her about you and what you said :)
Another, if it's safe to, video on a days news from the newspaper and the tv.. it doesn't have to be news only about the current 'situation' but on what are the local news stories in St Petersburg in the media on one day.. I enjoyed the one you did on that before.
The content that would make me happiest watching is the content you enjoy making! ❤
I only started watching a few months ago - I initially was searching for information on Russian life that I won't find on the American news channels and I continued watching because I have enjoyed getting to know you as a "regular Russian" yes, but more importantly, because I have enjoyed getting to know you as an INTERESTING HUMAN BEING. I am interested in what interests you.
I very much enjoy content about culture, traditions, food, shopping, music, etc. but I won't enjoy it if I know you do not enjoy making it. I'm a big believer in the idea that "if the creator loves it, the viewer will too."
I don't hold you, or any regular citizen of Russia, responsible for the decisions made by your government and I am able to separate your content from the actions of Putin. I think there are ways to embrace your country and make content that shows off all of it's wonders to the world without appearing blind to the events in Ukraine. I think the viewers can tell you love your country but don't always love the decisions made by your leaders - and that is personally all I need to know - the rest of it is personal and none of my business. I don't think you should feel guilty showing the world the parts of your country you are proud of, but I am not you. If that content makes you uncomfortable I respect that and don't want you making content that makes you feel that way.
I will watch your channel and enjoy your content no matter what you decide because I am here to learn about you - not just about Russia. If you enjoy making the video, I am confident I will enjoy watching it! 🥰
Ksenia, I very much enjoy your videos about your life in Russia. As a Canadian, I realize that ordinary people living ordinary lives in whatever country show all of us how much we share in common. Tell us more about your culture -- and some history as well. Nothing is trivial and everything is interesting as told by you! Take a breather for a bit for some reflection. I'm sure that meditation will help with that. I follow a number of vloggers around the world because I'm interested in learning about ordinary people's lives. As for your future plans, make decisions when you are in a peaceful frame of mind and not suffering from stress. Wherever you go, you will bring some joy and light to those who meet you.
Whatever you do, hang in there! Don't let it stop you
Excellent vid, and Ksenia seems to be one of the few to see the dilemma. Which there is and many vloggers from Russia either don‘t care or don‘t really share.
So more power to her.
What I would like, especially linked to places like St. Petersburg, is history (buildings, institutions, palaces, Aurora, bridges, its role as a capital, influences from other places invited by Peter the Great, the siege, gardens, suburbs, different centuries …).
Surely history is in between culture and politics (i.e. potrntially dangerous), but if treated with caution really interesting
Listen Ksenia, I didn't watch your vids b/c of geopolitical content. Your vids are genuine & informative, you put positivity ahead of all else. Stay sweet 🍭 and be safe.
Your regular content as it helps me understand Russian life, opinions and lifesyles as I personally want to be able to analise why most Russians do what they do, or believe what they believe x
Youre evolving, its the journey I appreciate watching. Meditation will offer you and subsequently us much more insight on the situation in Russia. Keep walking, the road will rise up to meet you. ❤
Would be very interested in videos about meditation!
I would like and hear what you see on the TV and radio. Nothing political, just the entertainment programmes.
Russia is rich in history and culture. Everyday life in your country is interesting,. The important thing is that you stay safe, keep growing as a human being and keep creating content that reflect your interests. You are an interesting person and I'm interested in knowing you. Good luck.
I wish for you a fulfilling and healthy life.
I would be interested in everyday life in Russia for regular people in these special times.
As an American I love your content and would love to continue seeing it just as it was. If you feel the need to change because it's in your heart, we understand,but if you are concerned about losing viewers or support please don't. Rest assured any news you are seeing coming out of the main stream media is complete and utter propaganda, bullshit and lies. You're awesome. Do what you feel is right for you and we will here for it. How about some dating videos... That would be fun too. 😉😁
Here to help. I admire your conscience and thoughtfulness. Thank you for being sensitive and caring. I was so interested in Russian culture before the "special military operation" and now I am not. It upsets me because of the devastation and suffering.
So while I'm not interested in Russia tourist stuff, I'm interested in your daily life and wherever you go/whatever you do in the course of daily living.
I'm interested in you. A young professional woman living in difficult circumstances. I want to know about everywhere you've ever traveled. Where you grew up. What is the relocation process you're waiting on? Who are your favorite creators?
If you visited certain countries, what are the things you would most like to see/do/try?
What do you think of the AI revolution happening now? What are you most curious about and interested in? How is your family?
In friendship.
Oh, I hope you will be able to relocate during summer. It must be so frustrating to just wait and wait. Bulgaria would give so many new topics - there is a pink lake there, Lake Atanasovsko, I wish you can go there and make a video on that place. I totally understand your feelings about Russia now, as well. Maybe a good video-idea would be the relocation-process itself - how it works there, what is the procedure like, how you are proceeding with all this, what your new place will be like, exploring Bulgarian cuisine and cooking yummy Bulgarian dishes as long as you need to wait - getting tuned on Bulgaria. :)
As an Economist _- who once traveled across Russia - I’d suggest the following.
Tell us how the quality / the service level of products ‘ and price reasonableness and the volume supplied have or are changing since two years ago.
Are Iran and Chinese products substituted for now harder to get (but not impossible if you pay enough and find the retail merchants who can by pass sanction supply chains ) COMPARE to the quality and prices you paid back in late 2021.
Assume that normal global inflation over the last two years averaged maybe about 5% to 6% each of the two years.
How much higher are equivalent quality goods today mid year 2023 then in 2021? If higher than say about 12%, that difference suggests a consumer impact on affordability. To the upper middle class and rich class, that difference might be shrugged off. But for others, it will hurt. Which broad products supply and price/quality differences seem to matter to the Russian consumer. That might require some interviews.
What percent of the market segment by commodity type seem to have one to bags with purchases. Versus what you saw in 2021?
How many sales people are on the store market floor to help buyers versus in 2021.
What estimated percent of sales store fronts are closed versus what your eye saw in 2021?
Cheers! Jim
Ksenia whatever you post I will watch. You are intelligent and insightful.
I'm interested in general life in RU (local food specialities, newspapers, shops, restaurants), and also the sights of St Petersburg, interesting local towns (e.g. Shlisselburg). But I don't want a dry documentary - I want to see these things from your perspective and hear your quirky insights.
If you continue any current event observations, ( you have already done so very well and I know it is very complicated and difficult to talk about ) , you will just be repeating yourself. I respect you very much, as you choose to be a public person during a very difficult time. Your insight into actual events, and your compassion, endear you!
I can only speak for myself, but I imagine what people really want is to learn about the *real* Russia. The actions taken by her politicians aren't those of the people, any more than they are for the next nation. Thanks to the Soviet-era 'cold war', people in the west learned so little about Russia. Which is a crying shame when it's a nation(s) with such a rich and varied history and cultures. Hopefully one day you'll feel comfortable sharing more of it with us.
Can you separate "the people", "the culture", "the politics", "the traditions" etc.? I don't think so.
I can hardly imagine something shaping country and it's people more than war.
Wait. The museums. The students at the Repin Institute, their lives, their art (they are very accomplished).
Absolutely ❤
I started watching your channel to see how the people of Russia are doing since the end of the Soviet Union. I like seeing what you do and how you survive as a single woman in Russia. I love the travel, the cooking, how you celebrate your holidays. I loved all of the pre-conflict content and how you got your apartment and your mom and all of it. I don’t want to see you talking about politics. In fact, those are the videos I do not watch. I can watch the news or other people who like to talk about such things. As an American liberal who has had to endure the changes in my country and watch as rights are stripped away from people here in America, I’m over it. I watch your videos when you talk about your life. I understand the negative side of things but I sure don’t want to waste my time by hearing a strong, resilient woman like yourself rehashing the days events. Just be you.
Having grown up watching the Vietnam war on TV at dinner time, I sure don’t want to hear yet another UA-camr complaining about how bad things are. I know they are bad as most of us do. But how do you, Ksenia, find light and happiness in a world gone mad. What brings you joy. What do you want us to know about the best of the Russian people. If you want to start another channel or endeavor where you talk about meditation and metaphysics, go ahead but I hope you don’t do it here. I had such a business for years teaching Reiki and all that you are most likely discovering but it was just a part of my life. I had also a full time job selling to businesses all over the world and my life and hobbies were another part of my life. So my hope is that you go back to talking about your life and quit thinking that you have an obligation to explain the political aspects of your country to us. You don’t.
Be well, my friend.
Hello Ksenia! I love your videos as they are not about political topics or other things like that. Your channel is very nice as it shows us your real life in Russia: your wonderful recipes, speaking about everything not concerned with politics... Well your channel is amazing for that. You should follow your istincts to create content that you like best and we will follow you anyway. You are such a beautiful person and we love your videos so much. Congrats for your course. Thank you very much and take care.
I think you should make content on your life in Russia, wheter it be cooking or traveling or issues that face your daily life. I am interested in the life and interests of an average person living in St Petersburg. I like your point of view and just want to watch videos that interest you. Your are competing with numerous other UA-camrs, but there is only one you.
I think you've been doing a great job. I find your presentations interesting and really appreciate hearing your honest opinions, and like that you don't just ignore this hard topic like many other vloggers do. I always look forward to your next video.
You could talk about what's going on in your daily life, topics that you're hearing on the news, opinions that you're hearing from the people you encounter in your life. Do whatever you feel up to doing, I'm sure it'll be great, as usual!
I think i would describe your channel as an open diary. Dairies usually include whatever is on the your mind, but they tend to be about things that directly affect you: hobbies, family, friends, work, stressful situations, embarrassing situations, etc. For example, how has the dating life of women changed?
I love your Russian and soviet cooking videos ❤ also, I do enjoy the ones where you go into nature, like the foraging video.
Maybe you could also talk some more about Russian literature, or art, films, for people who are studying Russian. I do understand it's a strange time to be discussing Russian culture as if nothing is happening. But I love your videos no matter what ❤ x
Ooo if you want to do any meditation type videos that would be great (although I think maybe that's good to save for paying customers perhaps ?)
Well, reading a lot of these comments should give you some good ideas on what to do ... use them all ‼️ It will probably keep you going for a year or perhaps two 🤣
I would like to see another video update on your Brother's Dacha, has he done any improvements, his work, or whatever he does. Your cooking is always interesting too. I would also like to know about how Russians socialize - do they (or you) go out in the evening to say dancing, singing, music club, bowling, or whatever else there is ... how do people meet socially ❓
I love your walk and talk, the riverside is a lovely area, and it's just nice to see where you are round and about you. What about seeing you do a weekly food shop, and how much it will cost and how long the food lasts. Oh, there is SO much you can tell us, and we are very keen to see/hear all about it. Stay safe 🙏💜💚
I think all your viewers understand your position as a content creator in Russia these days and that if you don't speak about the 'situation' that it does not mean that you do not have opinions on it.
You could show us some of your favorite places in St Petersburg or nearby. No one would feel you were ignoring other things by doing that. Doing that might be a break for you from the stress of planning what you will do about going to Bulgaria, your apartment etc etc.
Congratulations on soon completing your meditation course..
I would like to know about your favorite foods and celebrations. When families get together to celebrate holidays special times together.
I agree with you, I couldn't watch your regular content knowing that I would put up with the horror of SMO that way. Knowing your position on what is happening, guessing, I'm more comfortable to follow your daily life and I am happy to see that you are still thinking about living in Bulgaria.
Dear Xenia, you are doing just fine. You have almost 30K subscribers and we all love you , this is why we are here watching you. If I were you, I would not go into politics . I understand your moral dilemma , but there are many other things to talk about. You can talk about the Dating customs in Russia, what are the Russian local dating sites , pros and cons ? You can talk and maybe interview Foreign university students about their social and academic experiences. What visas and funding they need ? Maybe you can talk about the requirements from Russians trying to study abroad or immigrate. What are the funds and documents they need. What countries are still accepting them ? You are wonderful, just keep doing the good work that you do. Good luck.
I enjoy your live streams, both the cooking and the conversation. Perhaps more cooking or culinary videos. I live in an area of the US with a large "Eastern Bloc" population, yet I know surprisingly little about "your" cuisine. Heck, I don't even know what (or if) there is a "typical" Russian breakfast. What are things you eat too often? What are some things you've never tried?
And, it doesn't hurt that food videos tend to do very well on UA-cam. You could mix it up with some ASMR sometimes, monologue sometimes, live stream conversations sometimes.
I just got to the point where you said you will be teaching meditation - I don't know how many videos that would fill, but surely a few, at least.
Do content on Russia still but why not make it on more of an historical basis so that we can understand more ❤
She did some, I loved it but I noticed that some idiots pop up with hate comments along the lines of “why are you praising Russia, you should be speaking against the regime” blahblah. I mean if she talked about Peter the Great that means she’s “Z” somehow….
She has a couple of videos from museums and she talks about the history of several Russians cities and even the Bulgarian city she visited. She also has a vlog from Vyborg, very interesting, if you want to check her older videos you’ll find those.
Would love to see and learn more of Belarus where I think your mom and brother live?
Curious about average everyday things as well. What are pharmacies there like? What’s going to the doctor or dentist like there? Your grocery store videos are always so fascinating. What is the school system like there? Are there a lot of private schools? Why do most people live in apartments rather than in houses?
I would like to see videos the way it used to be, I enjoyed you talking about your studies to be a translator, etc, I loved to learn more about the Russian culture, etc. Your government makes decisions and you have to live with it, our government does that same and we have to live with it.
I don't want to see a political video, I want to see how an everyday Russian lives, the good, the bad and the challenges.
I think you Xenia can become a good tourist guide for a travel agency in Bulgaria if you (move there.)l think you should look into this Xenia 🤗🤗🤗🇩🇰
I have recently found you and I have enjoyed your approach to general life in St. Petersburg. Perhaps explore things you can learn about as well, architecture and the history of certain popular spots. perhaps think and act like a tourist.
Follow your gut feeling ! Your videos are always very good !
I would love “tourist in my town” videos. I haven’t been to St Petersburg (& not sure I’ll ever get to) … so what are the great historical sites - government buildings, mansions, churches, museums, gardens, etc? I appreciate your stance and have enjoyed your perspective on the videos I’ve seen over the years.
I've watched allot of your videos. This is first time to comment. I would recommend that you do the same thing that you have done all along. l mean talk about what ever you want even though you think it's redundant. You are sweet and have a calming voice and I look forward to seeing your new vids, hahaha even though you might feel their boring.😊
Live cooking videos are awesome! I enjoy historical videos and travel videos as well. Anywhere type of travel doesn’t have to be in a new country.
I would love to hear more about your childhood, family, etc. Do you have any older family photos of you growing up & and of your family or ancestors? Even some of the interests you have would be a great topic to cover. You are a very interesting person so videos of your likes and even your dislikes would be interesting. Favorite foods, movies, music, actors, etc.
I love your travel videos and the videos involving your family. Earlier, I was hoping to buy one of your snack boxes, but I guess that can't happen for awhile. Your scenic videos are wonderful 😊. ❤
I enjoy your videos especially the ones about every day living.
You do a great job explaining yourself and your English is very articulate.
I would like to see grocery videos the prices, what you eat eat week, like take a picture each day. I think there is value in taking video of cultural landmarks over the years.
What are some of your hobbies? I’m interested in what you’re doing from day to day. What did you fix for breakfast, lunch and dinner, what shows do you enjoy on TV, how do you clean your home, what products do you use? What do you shop for? Just your day to day activities.
Hi Ksenia, I used to watch your videos and then went on a long Xmas vacation, when I came back I was sad to see you had not uploaded a video showing your Xmas celebrations (maybe you couldn't have any?). And from around that time it seemed to me that all videos were related to political information, and honestly I liked to watch your channel to relax and see your daily life.
Let me tell you how I perceive you/why I like you, so maybe you get an angle of the videos some of us like: I see you as a brave, creative, independent woman with a big heart. You have been so strong when life threw curve balls at you, also you are really nice to your family/mom. You are younger than me and already bought an apartment, wow! And now you are moving to another country on your own (super wow, I've done the same and really relate). So I really admire you for being a strong, independent woman, yet you have a kind heart and have high empathy.
So I just really enjoy watching a woman like you go out there and survive and make it in this world...videos related to that (and not politics) are what I really enjoy. Another thing, I'm trying to lose weight and you have mentioned the same sometimes, so I would also love videos related to that...successes, tricks, losses/failures :)
Ksenia, just tell your own story. You don't have to be an apologist , advocate or reporter. What are you doing? What are you focused on? What is your honest journey like now? What's happening with your job? Do you like your job? Hate it? Why? What's the talk like around the water cooler? Write a book about these times, and share your creative journey. The "Special Military Operation " doesn't define you. You define you. I want to experience the Lady who happens to be Russian living in the country that happens to be in a struggle.
I alway love you videos especially daily life, foods,customs,sightseeing your city or near by.
How about do interviews of Russian Women and their lives of growing up with their families.
This way you stay away from the conflict.
Make a list of things that addresses what they did in childhood .
Teach meditation … Can’t wait for your move to kick in . Good Luck 🍀
Hmmm. Albania is inexpensive and very beautiful. There is a three month visa there, though. Georgia? No politics. We understand perfectly.
It's summer there show the outdoor stuff like the palaces petergoff ect they are wonderful I went to a lake near city swimming bbq all great stuff the first city of Russia I went there went inside the old building it was amazing it's such a great city St Petersburg it's not it's fault what's going on or the average Russian
If you were comfortable to share, I would love to know more about meditation and your spiritual practices. I've also always loved your content like food and history. There are many places we can go to learn about politics. Your authenticity is the thing.
Thank you for sharing with us ❤
I think you should talk about what you feel comfortable with, from any point of view. That being said, as you asked for suggestions, what about talking a bit about Belarus and its culture, compared to Russia? Not politics, but daily life and basic differences. I feel that it is a little understood topic and your perspective, having lived in both, would be very insightful.
Also your videos on real estate were very interesting. Could you talk also about how a typical family handles its finances in Russia? I understand that personal debt is very widespread and common for purchases that people elsewhere wouldn't commonly use it for. Or maybe it's just a misconception...
Whatever makes you feel good we'll be fine
i appreciate your video about your normal life , places you like to visit, it s interesting , so sad people suffering for war
I understand your frustration. Even as an American I am frustrated with the direction Russia has gone. Russia was finally coming into the world. I was actually thinking a Vacation in Russia sounded like a cool learning experience.
Now all that is gone. Russia has gone backwards 30 years. I don't think I will ever get to Russia in my lifetime at this point. I just dont think its going to be safe for American or even British citizens to enter the country for a long time.
I like History. I find soviet history interesting and something I really don't know much about. They were hidden behind the iron curtain for years and everything was hidden. There are other channels doing what life was like under the USSR, I find them interesting........ maybe try to do some history related items?
I dont think even most Westerners grasp how dangerous of a situation Ukraine is and how it could reach out and effect all of us. Its still escalating and my predictions at the beginning are coming true. They said only monetary help, then they said only ammo, then they said only artillery, then they said only short range missiles,................. well....... we are now at the point where we are providing long range missiles and fighter aircraft. If this conflict does not end its only a matter of time before its warm bodies that the west will have to provide. That is the next step and I have a son that just went into the Marines. The beating of the war drums is getting louder and its being beat by people (on both sides) who dont have any skin in the game.
Go get a hug from your loved ones and keep your family close. Lets hope for a peaceful end to this war soon.
Hi Xenia. Show us how to make pelmeni!
Be genuine. It’s not easy. But we would love for you to succeed in your future. You’re unique. There is nobody like you in the world. There is only one of us in every human lifetime.
Ksenia, I started watching your channel while I was watching a lot of Russian vloggers because I wanted to hopefully visit. I wanted to learn about the people and the place. You jumped out of the pack because of how really, really genuine you are. So real, gentle, and down to earth. Then I started watching your channel because of you. I no longer want to ever see Russia, but I want to hear about you. If I get a vote, I'd say just keep making content about your life! There is still beauty in Russia and there is sadness. Help us all to see it through your eyes. I can't speak for everyone else, but I know I will stay tuned...
I like watching videos of people who live the "van life" in the US and elsewhere. They live in the vans they converted to tiny homes on wheels. And they travel all around the US and other places discovering interesting places to visit like museums, art displays and just nice small towns. Places of natural beauty are shown too. Maybe you could do that in Russia since its a huge country. Also Russian cooking, history and people are very interesting to me. Good luck whatever you choose to do!
Dear Xenia..We love you and I enjoy your everyday life..going to buy groceries..cooking your meals..going for walks with conversation..friends you visit with..Just keep it simple...You stay safe..Many Blessings 🤗❤️🕊️🙏
It's still nice to see videos about life in Russia and the culture :)