“I am so privileged to even get to think about what I want vs what I need.” 🙌 This maturity is 💯 Thank you for saying this, and using this video to do good.
Praise Monica for being such a responsible, honest, realistic and mature UA-camr. Others can learn so much from her. Seriously this girl is living life and making videos correctly and I’m so impressed. I will always be a subscriber.
She is not privileged. She earned everything she has with hard work, education and ambition. If she donates money to blm she is giving money away to an organizations that hates everything she is. BLM is a front for a socialist, Marxist organization and should be designated as a terrorist organization.
Scott Tullis It’s clear that Monica works hard, but you can still have innate privilege. One component, among many, of the BLM movement is to bring to light that POC have not had the generationally accruing privilege that white people have. People can work hard and be really deserving of what they have, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t privileged.
@@gr61996 So, white privilege is something we're born with? Well, what do you think that says to black ppl? It says they're born lacking compared to whites - that we have an advantage over them, which is defeatism at its worst! If our 'ancestry', ie "generational..." determines our privilege, what other inferiorities is a black person born with? It's so racist to think this way, & then assign responsibility for your thinking to everyone! Society is what you define it as, & in 2020 EVERYONE can word hard, & some have to work harder, for all kinds of reasons, but socioeconomic status does not define ppl, nor should it divide ppl - only rhetoric tied to the defeatism agenda of the far left, & that's been perpetuated dating back to the Civil War, when Dems fought to keep their slaves, & black men formed the Republican party specifically to fight Democrats' slavery in the War! That should've ended racism, but it didn't. Dems came up w/Jim Crow laws, the KKK, segregation, welfare, w/held the right to vote, built projects to serve as new "generational" 'plantations' of govt funded poverty that excluded fathers living w/their families, & so much more! When black ppl finally started working & had record unemployment, new businesses, & investments coming into black communities - all that stalled bc of the pandemic, & BLM came in & exploited it, & helped destroy EVERY major Dem-run city, incl all those new black owned businesses existing ones. Now, they're gone forever bc these mayors failed to protect them, likely bc they were bankrolled by George Soros, who bank rolls BLM. The left in the party doesn't want black prosperity - won't have it - & have blown through BILLIONS that were supposed to be invested in black communities. You want to support black ppl? Go volunteer to help rebuild these cities, END BLM bc the leadership is paid for by Soros, who hates black ppl & America, & has hijacked the Dem party! Fight to END black on black crime, which is the #1 killer of young black men! Don't just send a check - volunteer! And, once you see how BLM treats anyone trying to fix the destruction, you'll see how much they care about black lives bc they'll likely berate you & stop you! Our skin color has NOTHING to do w/hard work, & if you've never been hateful or discriminatory, why do YOU feel guilty? Other human beings who only see color own that! NOT you, unless you see ppl as being of color or not! We're all ppl, & 100s of 1000s of white & black lives fought for that distinction. Honor that by adhering to the words if Martin Luther King, Jr: "...judge a man by his character, & not by the color of his skin!" When you assign privilege, you're judging race!
I spent ~7k on getting my teeth fixed. I had severe crowding, impacted wisdom teeth, and my gums were severely inflamed. It was worth every penny and ounce of pain and discomfort. I don't feel bad about it. I grew up without access to dental care. The first time I went to the dentist I was 22 (which is still far better than many people around the world). I worked hard to save up to do it and I'm so happy I did. Be happy with what you can do for yourself and don't let others get you down :)
14 years ago (Im probably too old to be here) I spent $10000 on maxillofacial surgery following 3 years of braces, all in my early 20s. It was a great thing to spend money on and totally agree that it's each to their own and don't let others (who might have great teeth naturally) tell you what to spend on.
That is awesome and so needed. Peop.e do not realize that dental care is not vanity, it is a necessity. Dental health can affect your heart and many other organs can be affected which can go to your brain. I have had to had tons of dental work due to severe headaches and migraines. I was at my local grocery store last year and they had a sign remembering one of it's employees who had just past away. I was so sad because Max was an amazing employee and so nice. I asked the manager what happened and he told me he had dental problems that the infection went to his brain and he died. I had talked to Max a month before. I had just come from the dentist and was in extreme pain. He said to me I need to go to the dentist. That was the last time I talked to him. So sad.
I’m 22 and just worked up the effort to the go to the dentist too. Your story sounds so much like mine! Having nice teeth really is a luxury, I never had dental insurance either. I just got my wisdom teeth removed last month and a root canal last week and I’ve got more to go! I don’t regret anything and I feel so much everyday about my mouth health:)
I will never understand the hate on others getting work done that makes them feel better. If I don’t have the money to do something but others do - like that’s fine and I’ll still be happy for them. It just motivates me to save up more to get to do that as well. Idk just my thoughts! Super happy for you and I can’t wait to get my top row done :)
Totally agree. I just commented this: When it comes to appearance of someone else you should just comment on when your are asked for or you wanna say something nice or helpful. When everyone would do that, the world would be at least in that topic way more peaceful ❤️
It’s not even getting work done. I’m male, 28 and thin and I started working out last winter and when people somehow get wind I’m going to the gym or when I turned down sweets or alcohol, I got a lot of “you look fine, you don’t need to work out”, they just assume it’s about vanity. It pissed me off so much, yeah of course I want to look good but also I have back issues and weight help with that, it helps my mental health and it was a savoir during the pandemic (a neighbour is a PT and I was able to work with them under local rules). It pisses me of fitness is assumed it be only about vanity.
@@MrsMuffin11 Hard work has nothing to do with privilege, it has to do with the opportunities you've been given and the lack of adversity stopping you from achieving your goals. She absolutely worked hard for what she has and has reached great success, but she didn't face certain obstacles such as institutialized racism or extreme poverty that hold a lot of others back
@@samcshaffer so what you're saying is we all have certain privileges but she had the privilege of not being born into poverty? Ok, well I had that privilege as well, but if anyone looked at my success and said "you need to address your privilege" I'd be irritated 😅 And I'm not sure what systemic racism you're referring to? I know hella POCs who have never experienced "systemic racism" one of them being myself...idk you never mentioned her race but I think that's what you might be getting at lol sorry if I'm wrong
@@MrsMuffin11 I don't know what challenges she has faced in life, so I was just thinking of examples to get my point across. Yes everyone has their own set of privileges and the point I was trying to make is there is nothing wrong with having privilege. I respect that she understands that other's don't have the same things she does and wants to make a difference. Teachers are vital for our society and education is a fundamental necessity for better humanity, and she is using her success and her platform to point out that education is underfunded and she is personally sacrificing her hard earned money to help make a difference. Teachers are some of the hardest working people in the world are horribly underpaid. They use their own money for their classroom supplies and Monica chose help one out. That's really the only point I'm making here. There is nothing inherently wrong with having privilege and no one should be shamed for it, but we can use the privilege we have to better society.
Hey Monica, you are only 25... 30 is not the end of the world. When you are 35, dear, that's the time of your life. My best advice: wear sunscreen. All over your face, your ears, your neck and your chest. And the backs of your hands. When I was your age, I was getting a very close to melanoma spot removed from my right scapula. Back then, sunscreen was gross and I never wore it. You don't know how much I wish I had been born 30 years later than I was!
Self investment (including in your appearance, learning and education) is the best type of investment. You'll have the beauty of your teeth for a long time and you won't regret it. You made the right decision.
I’m a second year teacher and I love seeing people support other teachers. So thanks, Monica! Even the recognition that teachers need some support makes my heart so happy. 💓
Thank you so much for supporting teachers! This will be my 15th year teaching Middle School in a smaller district. I’ve never even tracked exactly how much I spend in my classroom but when “my kids” come from poverty homes it’s a necessity! I so appreciate your willingness to support teachers and mentioning it on your channel for others to learn about as well. THANK YOU!!!
Monica-Thank you SO much for helping out a teacher in need and recognizing how much teachers need support! As a teacher, I want you to know this support is appreciated! Not even just monetary support but speaking up for teachers means so much! ❤️ you’re the best! Keep doing what you do!
Can’t wait to hear more about your veneer process. I’ve never liked my teeth and have always wondered about it. & girl, I feel you, just turned 29 and the “30 anxiety” is real.
As a first year teacher, it is so, so cool to hear you doing this! I have spent well over $300 of my OWN money so far and I don't have everything that I might need for the year. Thank you for bringing light to this issue!!!
you should never feel bad about being successful just how you live your life and you live pretty humble and respectful (at least on tv) so enjoy your splurges...
Hi Monica, thanks for supporting teachers! I’m a middle school science teacher and I do struggle with lack of supplies. What I struggle with more is how class sizes are increasing and we don’t have enough staff. Our budgets are always getting chipped away at! Voting for legislators who support education is just as important as getting supplies. I appreciate you and your efforts are awesome, just wanted to share my perspective!
Monica, I can't thank you enough for supporting teachers like that!!! I'd never heard of #CleartheList. I'm a teacher myself, and I don't think many people realize how few resources we actually get. I teach preschool special education and I'm given $150 A YEAR to provide everything I might need for my class (cleaning supplies, snacks for my students, folders, books, art supplies, etc.) and the money barely lasts the first few weeks.
Not to be prying, but what type of school do you teach for and what grade? I understand things like folders and notebooks, but cleaning supplies? Isnt that the janitors responsibility?
@@emmadoornbos107 I work for an intermediate unit with preschool-aged students with disabilities. We have to clean our room multiple times throughout the day (even pre-Corona), as we have many kids that are medically fragile, drool, etc. We do all the toileting needs for our students, so we need gloves and everything for that. The janitors will do a cursory clean of the floors, etc. in the evenings, but it's not up to them to do all the rest.
You are such a joy to follow. You take accountability for things you’ve said in the past that aren’t even bad, but just don’t represent your current thoughts and constantly improve. Thank you!!!
Thank you so much for recognizing teachers. I teach third grade and it means a lot to me! I finished my amazon list this morning so when you mentioned it I was shocked! Thank you!
I’ve wanted veneers foreverrr and I finally did it this year and it’s the best investment I’ve made for myself. Your temps look so much better than mine did, I had a lot of issues with them falling out. I love my smile now but dang that price was hard to swallow ($24,000 - I needed some crowns too)
Hey, can u explain why u need temporary ones? How long do they have to stay till the real veneers are coming and for how long are the real ones last? Just thinking about getting my top row done. Im having a negative smile line. So when I smile my lips go up but my teeth going down and it looks unnaturally. It makes me very insecure about my smile. My front teeth are very short that's why veneers would be super helpful. ❤️
"I'm thankful for what i have now, and i dont want the next best thing." In a world full of comparisons, this is the best piece of wisdom that anybody could ever pick. Thankyou for always being so real and practical.
Very cool of you to help out a teacher! I am a first grade teacher and spend so much of my own money every year so I am sure that teacher appreciated it so much! And if you feel better with the veneers, don’t worry about what other people say!
How mature you are ! It's so amazing seeing how much you have changed and how much your channel has changed throughout the years. I remember when I first found your channel years ago! When you mentioned clearing the list for a teacher; my jaw dropped. That is so nice of you. As a preschool teacher myself I know how difficult it can be. Keep it up girl.
THANK YOU for bringing up the importance of supporting us teachers! This time has been so difficult because during quarantine, all people talked about is how underpaid and unsupported teachers are...and now how are we being acknowledged? With cuts under even more extreme demands. Thank you for bringing awareness to our needs and blessing that teacher with supplies for her students. They are our lives so you loving our kids, is loving us too. ☀️
I am a teacher (I taught my first year last year in fourth grade and am moving down to kindergarten this year!) and have an Amazon wishlist, so it made me very happy when you mentioned it in the video, thank you for sharing about them!!!
As a teacher, thank you for raising awareness and donating to Clear the List! Students needs are overwhelming and you just relieved a lot of stress on a teacher who can now focus their energies on other elements of teaching!
Girl, you are not lucky, you worked hard for what you have. Don't let anyone tell you that you dont deserve your success and that you didn't work hard for it. You kicked ass and you're moving on up in the world and I applaud you for that! Keep on keeping on, love your content! ❤
THANK YOU for bringing attention to clear the list. I spend hundreds of my own money on class supplies each year. Teachers don’t always get recognition or appreciation for what they do. You’re the first non teacher youtuber I’ve heard address this.
This is the first time I am ever commenting on a video- but WOW! I am a teacher, have been a teacher, and it is HARD. Financially, it is one of the lowest paying jobs AND one of the only jobs you have to invest money in and no one will ever even realize. I have gotten so used to being pushed under the radar for being an educator! This year is an especially hard year for educators, financially and emotionally. I know that teacher is going into this school year with the freshest mindset knowing there are people like you who DO support her! She is going to be able to radiate joy to her kids knowing they have what they need to be successful! Thank you Monica!
Monica, thank you for this! I am a teacher and I can ONLY IMAGINE how happy this teacher must’ve felt!!!!! You’re so awesome!! We appreciate you more than you know ❤️🙏 Prayers and blessings for more to come your way!!!!😘
Thank you for showing that life is a balance of being practical and splurging here and there. Being strategic about the kind of splurge you buy helps you feel like you aren't completely living on the cheap! It is a tough lesson to learn but helps you reach financial independence way faster than most. The key is to be being happy with what you've already got!
This video was so refreshing to watch! It helped make me realize that right now we need to be worrying about what’s important and not always wanting the next best thing that won’t matter in the end.
I vote for more financial videos. I too have made some pretty bad purchases in my live. Also, I thought your smile looked pretty before. But that fact that YOU like it now is what matters.
Great video! I enjoyed this. I just became 100% debt-free and before this, I had built a list of things I wanted to buy the month after that to treat myself. Now that it’s actually happened, that list has been completely adjusted and altered, and I’ve found myself wanting to save more than splurge and spent a lot of money.
Monica I've been watching your videos for a while and I appreciate your transparency on a lot of topics on your channel but, one thing I do know is that part of looking good.. is feeling good and fixing up and splurging on a beautiful smile makes you feel good about yourself and your confidence then, I'm sure we are all sending positive vibes your way do it! Your smile is radiant btw
Monica, thank you SO MUCH for mentioning about teachers! Especially with this craziness and push to go back to school in the fall while circumstances are still unsafe. I'm currently in my program to get certified to be a teacher in California and I know how grateful teaches are when we have others helping us get supplies for our classroom.
I'm a teacher and appreciate #2 so much! I've been able to get a few things for my first graders due to Amazon wishlist and I am so thankful for people like you! :)
It makes us so happy to see that people are recognizing that travel doesn't have to mean international! That's our whole mission! We're travel vloggers who want to celebrate small town America and staying/eating/shopping local (i.e. B&Bs). It's so much fun and such a unique experience. We could stay at the same B&B in the same town and have two completely different experiences. WE LOVE IT! Thanks for showcasing that fact in your video!! Small town USA needs all the help it can get right now!
First, I love your videos! You are so down to earth and wise beyond your years. You don’t need to apologize for spending money on your veneers. It is money that YOU have earned. Also, thank you for letting everyone know what teachers go through. I live in Georgia, have friends that are teachers, and it is ridiculous that they are expected to buy supplies with their own money. I am older than you and when I was growing up, teachers never had to worry about that.
As a first grade teacher, thank you SO much from the bottom of my heart for thinking of this profession. This salary is so hard to live off of independently because of going the extra mile to provide for our kiddos. But seeing people advocate for us is so rewarding. Thank you again Monica. ❤️
Love that you addressed spending on cosmetic improvements! I totally agree, confidence can help you in so many ways and if it comes from improving your smile, so be it!
Keep making so genuine and honest videos. I felt like I was watching a 6 months review of life goals, so amazing. I do like the airstream series just because videos about remodels are so interesting.
Good for you girl. I dropped $5k on Invisalign just before quarantine and it’s over if few large purchases that I’ll never regret. I’ve received a lot of backlash as well, but totally agree with you... can’t put a price on confidence and happiness. I’ve also had just as many people who want to correct their smile when they see how big of difference it has already made even 1/3 of the way thru the process.
I rarely if ever comment on any UA-cam video I watch. I’ve followed your for at least a year and I must say, I loved every part of this video. You’ve reenforced why I resonate with you and follow you. You’re learning and growing and being authentic in what you’re sharing. Thank you for this. Also? Your teeth look great! I broke my two front teeth as a kid and lived with chipped teeth for literally over 8 years. I had them bonded at one point when I was 14/15 and they were NOT done well. I lived with THAT for another almost 8 years. When I finally fixed them? It changed my entire confidence and life.
It has nothing to do with "buying stuff", but, for what it's worth, you---and your sister---are very, very likeable people,...not to mention level headed and articulate. If everybody in this country were like you and Shelby, we wouldn't have most of the problems that we have. That's it. Stay safe. Cheers.
I think this pandemic has made us all be more conscious about what we buy, what is essential to us and what we can do to help other people. Good for you, Monica!
Good for you on getting veneers, and for sharing that info. No one else gets to decide how you spend your money, and they will last longer and give you more happiness than a designer bag. I'm looking forward to the video about the whole process. I've been thinking about veneers my whole life. I'm now a senior citizen, and I still think about them!!
Thank you so much for helping a teacher ❤️❤️❤️ at my last school thankfully I was able to get pretty much all the supplies I needed, but I know most teachers aren't that lucky
I hate how people that make good money are always like “I know it’s not fair that I make this” or like they have to apologize for making good money But you worked hard for that and it’s really no ones business what you spend your money on If you want a jacuzzi get one or being hated on for cosmetic procedures Life’s too short to care about other people’s opinions I’m so happy that you are successful and are able to have everything you need It just motivates me to do the same! Love how humble you are tho 💖💖💖 Ly Monica!
I love your honesty, Monica. I feel like you don't put yourself on a higher pedestal than others, and for that reason, you're the only UA-camr I've consistently followed since high school. I've learned a lot of real-world shit from you so you feel like the older sister I never had!
Thank you! I recently was watching a video about self esteem and confidence, and the woman in the video said - having confidence is feeling equal to others, thinking your better than someone else is low self esteem. It really stuck with me.
Teacher here- I so appreciate your shoutout to us. It feels like a lot of people are shitting on us especially right now, and it's nice to not feel like public enemy #1. Lots of love.
Hey Monica, so part of the reason why air stream is so popular right now is because of covid. My dad works for Hiker Trailer which makes camping trailers and he said in general the RV/trailer industry is up 160%. His company also had a huge month for orders this summer. A big part of why is because people feel a lot safer doing those kind of trips / travel rather than traditional vacations! Pretty interesting. Great video as usual!
I think you made a wise decision. I would support my daughter too if she wanted looking better. Unlike cars and bags, your beauty will always be yours and won't diminish in value.
you like it? I find it annoying and virtue signaly lol if you're gonna give, give privately and dont give just because you're expected to...and dont listen to the haters that expect you to make a public statement :/
monica.. no need to feel guilty or even apologize for getting and doing what makes you enjoy life more.. you have worked for what you have, and the byproduct of that is exactly what you are doing and that's A-OK. be well++
This is really helpful. I love designer things and fancy clothes but I think we should focus on what really makes us happy 💜 I have trouble with healthcare and have an autoimmune disease, but I get to live at home while I job search and my parents pay for my food and allowance monthly, which is more than I could expect from them.
I understand how it can be difficult to come up with content right now. Morgan Yates recently touched on this in her vlog channel, but a lot of content creators get ideas and inspiration from travel, which obviously isn’t an option right now. And with all the hate and problems with the world right now, it can be very uninspiring and upsetting. Still, I’ve been loving your videos, so just keep them up!
Ha, finally sanity is kicking in! Good for you spending your money on your appearance, it will last you a lifetime. And even better, not spending your money on insane purchases like Louis Vuiton bags or something simular, but instead helping teachers with money for supplies. You are beautiful as you are (and let nobody tell you otherwise!) and helping others with your money is much more satisfactory for you as a person. That is really value for money, with benefits :) Thanks for all your great video’s and stay safe! ❤️
I am SO HAPPY that you mentioned #clearthelist! I am a first year biology teacher at a title one high school and this movement is how I've been sourcing supplies for my classroom and students! I have five more items that I need to clear, including copy paper, construction paper, and classroom organization. Here's my link if you would like to take a peak ( amzn.to/3e8P5Oq)! Also, if you'd like to support more teachers, check out #clearthelist on twitter! There are a ton of teachers trying to source supplies for their classroom on twitter daily! Thanks for shedding light on this movement!
I just got all misty-eyed watching your donation. This is something that needs more funding in this country-that was defunded so people will go with vouchers instead-it’s literally been an effort to defund public schools.
I mean, your body, your money...I don't understand why people are so judgemental when it's really none of their business. If it made you feel better, well done! I support that 100%
Everyone says turning 30 is ‘scary’ but honestly turning 30 has made me feel more myself, more comfortable, less worried about what others think and I feel so lucky to have the pleasure of growing old- so many don’t have the chance. I’m a few years into my 30s and have to say it’s the best decade yet.
1. $1500 piece of furniture on sale for $1119 2. Trip to Hawaii with her sister for an undisclosed amount of dosh 3. A $3000 outdoor couch 4. A rooftop hot tub for an undisclosed amount (dodged a bullet there) 5. A lay flat first or business class seat With thoughtful hindsight she revised the list 1. Keeping the furniture ☑️ 2. #clearthelist 3. Airstream trailer $6500 ☑️ 4. Teeth veneers $14,500 ☑️
Thanks for thanking your former teacher! A once-in-lifetime thrill, I’m sure! Maybe cool content for a video, things that that don’t ever happen for us.
Monica your teeth look amazing! Don’t let anyone bring you down for that! I’ve never understood why people are ashamed about getting their teeth done/talking about it (or even something cosmetic)! Also loved what you did for that classroom! 🥺🖤
“I am so privileged to even get to think about what I want vs what I need.” 🙌 This maturity is 💯 Thank you for saying this, and using this video to do good.
Also - “It’s sad that our system has failed us in so many ways” YES. This video is full of big truths.
Praise Monica for being such a responsible, honest, realistic and mature UA-camr. Others can learn so much from her. Seriously this girl is living life and making videos correctly and I’m so impressed. I will always be a subscriber.
She is not privileged. She earned everything she has with hard work, education and ambition. If she donates money to blm she is giving money away to an organizations that hates everything she is. BLM is a front for a socialist, Marxist organization and should be designated as a terrorist organization.
Scott Tullis It’s clear that Monica works hard, but you can still have innate privilege. One component, among many, of the BLM movement is to bring to light that POC have not had the generationally accruing privilege that white people have. People can work hard and be really deserving of what they have, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t privileged.
@@gr61996 So, white privilege is something we're born with? Well, what do you think that says to black ppl? It says they're born lacking compared to whites - that we have an advantage over them, which is defeatism at its worst! If our 'ancestry', ie "generational..." determines our privilege, what other inferiorities is a black person born with? It's so racist to think this way, & then assign responsibility for your thinking to everyone! Society is what you define it as, & in 2020 EVERYONE can word hard, & some have to work harder, for all kinds of reasons, but socioeconomic status does not define ppl, nor should it divide ppl - only rhetoric tied to the defeatism agenda of the far left, & that's been perpetuated dating back to the Civil War, when Dems fought to keep their slaves, & black men formed the Republican party specifically to fight Democrats' slavery in the War! That should've ended racism, but it didn't. Dems came up w/Jim Crow laws, the KKK, segregation, welfare, w/held the right to vote, built projects to serve as new "generational" 'plantations' of govt funded poverty that excluded fathers living w/their families, & so much more! When black ppl finally started working & had record unemployment, new businesses, & investments coming into black communities - all that stalled bc of the pandemic, & BLM came in & exploited it, & helped destroy EVERY major Dem-run city, incl all those new black owned businesses existing ones. Now, they're gone forever bc these mayors failed to protect them, likely bc they were bankrolled by George Soros, who bank rolls BLM. The left in the party doesn't want black prosperity - won't have it - & have blown through BILLIONS that were supposed to be invested in black communities. You want to support black ppl? Go volunteer to help rebuild these cities, END BLM bc the leadership is paid for by Soros, who hates black ppl & America, & has hijacked the Dem party! Fight to END black on black crime, which is the #1 killer of young black men! Don't just send a check - volunteer! And, once you see how BLM treats anyone trying to fix the destruction, you'll see how much they care about black lives bc they'll likely berate you & stop you!
Our skin color has NOTHING to do w/hard work, & if you've never been hateful or discriminatory, why do YOU feel guilty? Other human beings who only see color own that! NOT you, unless you see ppl as being of color or not! We're all ppl, & 100s of 1000s of white & black lives fought for that distinction. Honor that by adhering to the words if Martin Luther King, Jr: "...judge a man by his character, & not by the color of his skin!" When you assign privilege, you're judging race!
I love how realistic and honest you are about your plans and that’s what I wish most UA-camrs would be like.
Love this!
Same!!
I love how responsible your being. Your a good role model for teen and early 20’s viewers. I enjoy how genuine you are.
I spent ~7k on getting my teeth fixed. I had severe crowding, impacted wisdom teeth, and my gums were severely inflamed. It was worth every penny and ounce of pain and discomfort. I don't feel bad about it. I grew up without access to dental care. The first time I went to the dentist I was 22 (which is still far better than many people around the world). I worked hard to save up to do it and I'm so happy I did. Be happy with what you can do for yourself and don't let others get you down :)
14 years ago (Im probably too old to be here) I spent $10000 on maxillofacial surgery following 3 years of braces, all in my early 20s. It was a great thing to spend money on and totally agree that it's each to their own and don't let others (who might have great teeth naturally) tell you what to spend on.
That is awesome and so needed. Peop.e do not realize that dental care is not vanity, it is a necessity. Dental health can affect your heart and many other organs can be affected which can go to your brain. I have had to had tons of dental work due to severe headaches and migraines. I was at my local grocery store last year and they had a sign remembering one of it's employees who had just past away. I was so sad because Max was an amazing employee and so nice. I asked the manager what happened and he told me he had dental problems that the infection went to his brain and he died. I had talked to Max a month before. I had just come from the dentist and was in extreme pain. He said to me I need to go to the dentist. That was the last time I talked to him. So sad.
Sounds like my same story! Now I will pay anything for my teeth!
I’m 22 and just worked up the effort to the go to the dentist too. Your story sounds so much like mine! Having nice teeth really is a luxury, I never had dental insurance either. I just got my wisdom teeth removed last month and a root canal last week and I’ve got more to go! I don’t regret anything and I feel so much everyday about my mouth health:)
Sad how in Germany you wouldnt have to pay a penny for that because of health insurance
I will never understand the hate on others getting work done that makes them feel better. If I don’t have the money to do something but others do - like that’s fine and I’ll still be happy for them. It just motivates me to save up more to get to do that as well. Idk just my thoughts! Super happy for you and I can’t wait to get my top row done :)
I super agree. Most people get braces for cosmetic reasons and no one dumps on them.
TheCronedoggy seriously !!
You are great person, it’s so refreshing
Totally agree. I just commented this:
When it comes to appearance of someone else you should just comment on when your are asked for or you wanna say something nice or helpful. When everyone would do that, the world would be at least in that topic way more peaceful ❤️
It’s not even getting work done. I’m male, 28 and thin and I started working out last winter and when people somehow get wind I’m going to the gym or when I turned down sweets or alcohol, I got a lot of “you look fine, you don’t need to work out”, they just assume it’s about vanity. It pissed me off so much, yeah of course I want to look good but also I have back issues and weight help with that, it helps my mental health and it was a savoir during the pandemic (a neighbour is a PT and I was able to work with them under local rules). It pisses me of fitness is assumed it be only about vanity.
I really respect the clarity you have on your privilege and how you openly address it and use your power to help others
Definitely!!!
Privilege what? She worked hard for what she has...
@@MrsMuffin11 Hard work has nothing to do with privilege, it has to do with the opportunities you've been given and the lack of adversity stopping you from achieving your goals. She absolutely worked hard for what she has and has reached great success, but she didn't face certain obstacles such as institutialized racism or extreme poverty that hold a lot of others back
@@samcshaffer so what you're saying is we all have certain privileges but she had the privilege of not being born into poverty? Ok, well I had that privilege as well, but if anyone looked at my success and said "you need to address your privilege" I'd be irritated 😅 And I'm not sure what systemic racism you're referring to? I know hella POCs who have never experienced "systemic racism" one of them being myself...idk you never mentioned her race but I think that's what you might be getting at lol sorry if I'm wrong
@@MrsMuffin11 I don't know what challenges she has faced in life, so I was just thinking of examples to get my point across. Yes everyone has their own set of privileges and the point I was trying to make is there is nothing wrong with having privilege. I respect that she understands that other's don't have the same things she does and wants to make a difference. Teachers are vital for our society and education is a fundamental necessity for better humanity, and she is using her success and her platform to point out that education is underfunded and she is personally sacrificing her hard earned money to help make a difference. Teachers are some of the hardest working people in the world are horribly underpaid. They use their own money for their classroom supplies and Monica chose help one out. That's really the only point I'm making here. There is nothing inherently wrong with having privilege and no one should be shamed for it, but we can use the privilege we have to better society.
I am a teacher and this makes me so happy that you are supporting Clear the List! I wish more people would do this! You’re so sweet!
Hey Monica, you are only 25... 30 is not the end of the world. When you are 35, dear, that's the time of your life. My best advice: wear sunscreen. All over your face, your ears, your neck and your chest. And the backs of your hands. When I was your age, I was getting a very close to melanoma spot removed from my right scapula. Back then, sunscreen was gross and I never wore it. You don't know how much I wish I had been born 30 years later than I was!
You have worked hard for your money! Do not be sorry about it! Love that you helped support a teacher! ❤❤❤
^^^
I’m a teacher in New Mexico going into year 5.. I’m so eternally thankful for people like you. Thank you for donating to hard workers. 💛
Self investment (including in your appearance, learning and education) is the best type of investment. You'll have the beauty of your teeth for a long time and you won't regret it. You made the right decision.
I’m a second year teacher and I love seeing people support other teachers. So thanks, Monica! Even the recognition that teachers need some support makes my heart so happy. 💓
Thank you so much for supporting teachers! This will be my 15th year teaching Middle School in a smaller district. I’ve never even tracked exactly how much I spend in my classroom but when “my kids” come from poverty homes it’s a necessity! I so appreciate your willingness to support teachers and mentioning it on your channel for others to learn about as well. THANK YOU!!!
Monica-Thank you SO much for helping out a teacher in need and recognizing how much teachers need support! As a teacher, I want you to know this support is appreciated! Not even just monetary support but speaking up for teachers means so much! ❤️ you’re the best! Keep doing what you do!
Can’t wait to hear more about your veneer process. I’ve never liked my teeth and have always wondered about it. & girl, I feel you, just turned 29 and the “30 anxiety” is real.
I’m 30 in less than two weeks. In panic mode rn 😱 lol
As a first year teacher, it is so, so cool to hear you doing this! I have spent well over $300 of my OWN money so far and I don't have everything that I might need for the year. Thank you for bringing light to this issue!!!
you should never feel bad about being successful just how you live your life and you live pretty humble and respectful (at least on tv) so enjoy your splurges...
Hi Monica, thanks for supporting teachers! I’m a middle school science teacher and I do struggle with lack of supplies. What I struggle with more is how class sizes are increasing and we don’t have enough staff. Our budgets are always getting chipped away at! Voting for legislators who support education is just as important as getting supplies. I appreciate you and your efforts are awesome, just wanted to share my perspective!
Monica, I can't thank you enough for supporting teachers like that!!! I'd never heard of #CleartheList. I'm a teacher myself, and I don't think many people realize how few resources we actually get. I teach preschool special education and I'm given $150 A YEAR to provide everything I might need for my class (cleaning supplies, snacks for my students, folders, books, art supplies, etc.) and the money barely lasts the first few weeks.
Not to be prying, but what type of school do you teach for and what grade? I understand things like folders and notebooks, but cleaning supplies? Isnt that the janitors responsibility?
@@emmadoornbos107 I work for an intermediate unit with preschool-aged students with disabilities. We have to clean our room multiple times throughout the day (even pre-Corona), as we have many kids that are medically fragile, drool, etc. We do all the toileting needs for our students, so we need gloves and everything for that. The janitors will do a cursory clean of the floors, etc. in the evenings, but it's not up to them to do all the rest.
@hea991 WHAT that's crazy! Thanks for all you do!
@believedreaminspirex it's awful! :/
@@anambhamani2497 I'm so sorry! You deserve more support.
You are such a joy to follow. You take accountability for things you’ve said in the past that aren’t even bad, but just don’t represent your current thoughts and constantly improve. Thank you!!!
Thank you so much for recognizing teachers. I teach third grade and it means a lot to me! I finished my amazon list this morning so when you mentioned it I was shocked! Thank you!
I’ve wanted veneers foreverrr and I finally did it this year and it’s the best investment I’ve made for myself. Your temps look so much better than mine did, I had a lot of issues with them falling out. I love my smile now but dang that price was hard to swallow ($24,000 - I needed some crowns too)
Hey, can u explain why u need temporary ones? How long do they have to stay till the real veneers are coming and for how long are the real ones last? Just thinking about getting my top row done. Im having a negative smile line. So when I smile my lips go up but my teeth going down and it looks unnaturally. It makes me very insecure about my smile. My front teeth are very short that's why veneers would be super helpful. ❤️
Thank you Monica for supporting teachers👏🏼👏🏼 we really appreciate it!
"I'm thankful for what i have now, and i dont want the next best thing."
In a world full of comparisons, this is the best piece of wisdom that anybody could ever pick.
Thankyou for always being so real and practical.
I love that you donated to a teacher! As a fourth grade teacher myself, I spend so much of my own money on the most basic things! Thank you!!
Very cool of you to help out a teacher! I am a first grade teacher and spend so much of my own money every year so I am sure that teacher appreciated it so much! And if you feel better with the veneers, don’t worry about what other people say!
How mature you are ! It's so amazing seeing how much you have changed and how much your channel has changed throughout the years. I remember when I first found your channel years ago! When you mentioned clearing the list for a teacher; my jaw dropped. That is so nice of you. As a preschool teacher myself I know how difficult it can be. Keep it up girl.
THANK YOU for bringing up the importance of supporting us teachers! This time has been so difficult because during quarantine, all people talked about is how underpaid and unsupported teachers are...and now how are we being acknowledged? With cuts under even more extreme demands. Thank you for bringing awareness to our needs and blessing that teacher with supplies for her students. They are our lives so you loving our kids, is loving us too. ☀️
I am a teacher (I taught my first year last year in fourth grade and am moving down to kindergarten this year!) and have an Amazon wishlist, so it made me very happy when you mentioned it in the video, thank you for sharing about them!!!
Dont be why put that wishlist in the comments!
@@isabellac3598 www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Z4X220LOHXUS?ref_=wl_share
As a teacher, thank you for raising awareness and donating to Clear the List! Students needs are overwhelming and you just relieved a lot of stress on a teacher who can now focus their energies on other elements of teaching!
Girl, you are not lucky, you worked hard for what you have. Don't let anyone tell you that you dont deserve your success and that you didn't work hard for it. You kicked ass and you're moving on up in the world and I applaud you for that! Keep on keeping on, love your content! ❤
THANK YOU for bringing attention to clear the list. I spend hundreds of my own money on class supplies each year. Teachers don’t always get recognition or appreciation for what they do. You’re the first non teacher youtuber I’ve heard address this.
This is the first time I am ever commenting on a video- but WOW!
I am a teacher, have been a teacher, and it is HARD. Financially, it is one of the lowest paying jobs AND one of the only jobs you have to invest money in and no one will ever even realize. I have gotten so used to being pushed under the radar for being an educator! This year is an especially hard year for educators, financially and emotionally. I know that teacher is going into this school year with the freshest mindset knowing there are people like you who DO support her! She is going to be able to radiate joy to her kids knowing they have what they need to be successful! Thank you Monica!
Monica, thank you for this! I am a teacher and I can ONLY IMAGINE how happy this teacher must’ve felt!!!!! You’re so awesome!! We appreciate you more than you know ❤️🙏 Prayers and blessings for more to come your way!!!!😘
Thank you for showing that life is a balance of being practical and splurging here and there. Being strategic about the kind of splurge you buy helps you feel like you aren't completely living on the cheap! It is a tough lesson to learn but helps you reach financial independence way faster than most. The key is to be being happy with what you've already got!
This video was so refreshing to watch! It helped make me realize that right now we need to be worrying about what’s important and not always wanting the next best thing that won’t matter in the end.
I vote for more financial videos. I too have made some pretty bad purchases in my live.
Also, I thought your smile looked pretty before. But that fact that YOU like it now is what matters.
You are actually, GENUINELY such a good person Monica like literally in every way lol
Great video! I enjoyed this. I just became 100% debt-free and before this, I had built a list of things I wanted to buy the month after that to treat myself. Now that it’s actually happened, that list has been completely adjusted and altered, and I’ve found myself wanting to save more than splurge and spent a lot of money.
I love how honest you are! Most UA-camrs aren’t as genuine as you! Love the videos!
Monica I've been watching your videos for a while and I appreciate your transparency on a lot of topics on your channel but, one thing I do know is that part of looking good.. is feeling good and fixing up and splurging on a beautiful smile makes you feel good about yourself and your confidence then, I'm sure we are all sending positive vibes your way do it! Your smile is radiant btw
I am glad that you have changed your perspective and learning along the way! We will get through this!
Monica, thank you SO MUCH for mentioning about teachers! Especially with this craziness and push to go back to school in the fall while circumstances are still unsafe. I'm currently in my program to get certified to be a teacher in California and I know how grateful teaches are when we have others helping us get supplies for our classroom.
Thanks for sharing your life! It’s super courageous and refreshing for you to be so vulnerable and open. Keep up the great work gal 🙌
I'm a teacher and appreciate #2 so much! I've been able to get a few things for my first graders due to Amazon wishlist and I am so thankful for people like you! :)
It makes us so happy to see that people are recognizing that travel doesn't have to mean international! That's our whole mission! We're travel vloggers who want to celebrate small town America and staying/eating/shopping local (i.e. B&Bs). It's so much fun and such a unique experience. We could stay at the same B&B in the same town and have two completely different experiences. WE LOVE IT! Thanks for showcasing that fact in your video!! Small town USA needs all the help it can get right now!
First, I love your videos! You are so down to earth and wise beyond your years. You don’t need to apologize for spending money on your veneers. It is money that YOU have earned. Also, thank you for letting everyone know what teachers go through. I live in Georgia, have friends that are teachers, and it is ridiculous that they are expected to buy supplies with their own money. I am older than you and when I was growing up, teachers never had to worry about that.
Thank you for giving back to teachers! I’m going into my first year of teaching and know how appreciated it is❤️
Your house is decorated so well! Can’t wait to see the air stream decorated
As a first grade teacher, thank you SO much from the bottom of my heart for thinking of this profession. This salary is so hard to live off of independently because of going the extra mile to provide for our kiddos. But seeing people advocate for us is so rewarding. Thank you again Monica. ❤️
Thanks for coming to us to tell your truth and show us what has changed since the past video on this topic.
Love that you addressed spending on cosmetic improvements! I totally agree, confidence can help you in so many ways and if it comes from improving your smile, so be it!
Keep making so genuine and honest videos. I felt like I was watching a 6 months review of life goals, so amazing. I do like the airstream series just because videos about remodels are so interesting.
Good for you girl. I dropped $5k on Invisalign just before quarantine and it’s over if few large purchases that I’ll never regret. I’ve received a lot of backlash as well, but totally agree with you... can’t put a price on confidence and happiness. I’ve also had just as many people who want to correct their smile when they see how big of difference it has already made even 1/3 of the way thru the process.
I rarely if ever comment on any UA-cam video I watch. I’ve followed your for at least a year and I must say, I loved every part of this video. You’ve reenforced why I resonate with you and follow you. You’re learning and growing and being authentic in what you’re sharing. Thank you for this. Also? Your teeth look great! I broke my two front teeth as a kid and lived with chipped teeth for literally over 8 years. I had them bonded at one point when I was 14/15 and they were NOT done well. I lived with THAT for another almost 8 years. When I finally fixed them? It changed my entire confidence and life.
I literally shed a tear when she cleared that teachers list like that’s so sweet
I love that you are opening up about your teeth knowing what you are getting yourself in to
I’m an education major and I appreciate you acknowledging the fact that teachers are in need of so much. 💗
Thank you for being open Monica! Don't feel bad for spending your OWN money on something you want. You earned it. Your smile looks stunning!
As a 1st grade teacher I appreciate you talking about Clear the List so so much! Thank you!
It has nothing to do with "buying stuff", but, for what it's worth, you---and your sister---are very, very likeable people,...not to mention level headed and articulate. If everybody in this country were like you and Shelby, we wouldn't have most of the problems that we have. That's it. Stay safe. Cheers.
I think this pandemic has made us all be more conscious about what we buy, what is essential to us and what we can do to help other people. Good for you, Monica!
It's great to see such a genuine person talking about real things! I look forward to your videos every week!
Thank you for supporting teachers. 🙏🏼💕🙏🏼
Thank you so much for taking in consideration teachers. Greatly appreciated!
Good for you on getting veneers, and for sharing that info. No one else gets to decide how you spend your money, and they will last longer and give you more happiness than a designer bag. I'm looking forward to the video about the whole process. I've been thinking about veneers my whole life. I'm now a senior citizen, and I still think about them!!
Thank you so much for helping a teacher ❤️❤️❤️ at my last school thankfully I was able to get pretty much all the supplies I needed, but I know most teachers aren't that lucky
Excellent perspective about what holds true value in your life. Would love to hear more of that....maybe an entire video on that?
Excellent video. As a retired Art teacher I appreciate your support for public educators.
I hate how people that make good money are always like “I know it’s not fair that I make this” or like they have to apologize for making good money But you worked hard for that and it’s really no ones business what you spend your money on If you want a jacuzzi get one or being hated on for cosmetic procedures Life’s too short to care about other people’s opinions I’m so happy that you are successful and are able to have everything you need It just motivates me to do the same! Love how humble you are tho 💖💖💖 Ly Monica!
I love your honesty, Monica. I feel like you don't put yourself on a higher pedestal than others, and for that reason, you're the only UA-camr I've consistently followed since high school. I've learned a lot of real-world shit from you so you feel like the older sister I never had!
Thank you! I recently was watching a video about self esteem and confidence, and the woman in the video said - having confidence is feeling equal to others, thinking your better than someone else is low self esteem. It really stuck with me.
Teacher here- I so appreciate your shoutout to us. It feels like a lot of people are shitting on us especially right now, and it's nice to not feel like public enemy #1. Lots of love.
omg love these videos! you manage to talk about money in a way that isn't too complacent and i really appreciate that with youtubers
Hey Monica, so part of the reason why air stream is so popular right now is because of covid. My dad works for Hiker Trailer which makes camping trailers and he said in general the RV/trailer industry is up 160%. His company also had a huge month for orders this summer. A big part of why is because people feel a lot safer doing those kind of trips / travel rather than traditional vacations! Pretty interesting. Great video as usual!
Your videos are always so high quality and I really like how responsible and honest you are! Keep it up!
I think you made a wise decision. I would support my daughter too if she wanted looking better. Unlike cars and bags, your beauty will always be yours and won't diminish in value.
Honestly probably the best looking veneers I have ever seen. They look very natural!
I love your transparency and honesty on finances and spending
Oh my god I didn't even realise we are half way through 2020...
first person i've ever seen to look so natural with veneers, i didn't even realize! but it looks so good so far!
It makes me so happy to see creators that I love using their platform to donate or draw attention to BLM! 🖤
you like it? I find it annoying and virtue signaly lol if you're gonna give, give privately and dont give just because you're expected to...and dont listen to the haters that expect you to make a public statement :/
monica.. no need to feel guilty or even apologize for getting and doing what makes you enjoy life more.. you have worked for what you have, and the byproduct of that is exactly what you are doing and that's A-OK. be well++
This is really helpful. I love designer things and fancy clothes but I think we should focus on what really makes us happy 💜 I have trouble with healthcare and have an autoimmune disease, but I get to live at home while I job search and my parents pay for my food and allowance monthly, which is more than I could expect from them.
I understand how it can be difficult to come up with content right now. Morgan Yates recently touched on this in her vlog channel, but a lot of content creators get ideas and inspiration from travel, which obviously isn’t an option right now. And with all the hate and problems with the world right now, it can be very uninspiring and upsetting. Still, I’ve been loving your videos, so just keep them up!
Ha, finally sanity is kicking in! Good for you spending your money on your appearance, it will last you a lifetime. And even better, not spending your money on insane purchases like Louis Vuiton bags or something simular, but instead helping teachers with money for supplies. You are beautiful as you are (and let nobody tell you otherwise!) and helping others with your money is much more satisfactory for you as a person. That is really value for money, with benefits :) Thanks for all your great video’s and stay safe! ❤️
wow i was just listening to millennial life crisis and you just posted, loved the video ✨
Thank you!
I am SO HAPPY that you mentioned #clearthelist! I am a first year biology teacher at a title one high school and this movement is how I've been sourcing supplies for my classroom and students! I have five more items that I need to clear, including copy paper, construction paper, and classroom organization. Here's my link if you would like to take a peak ( amzn.to/3e8P5Oq)! Also, if you'd like to support more teachers, check out #clearthelist on twitter! There are a ton of teachers trying to source supplies for their classroom on twitter daily! Thanks for shedding light on this movement!
So funny because I forgot how I found your channel....realized it was your video on your veneers!!
Love your channel!
woooo even your temps look so goood girl!!!
I just got all misty-eyed watching your donation. This is something that needs more funding in this country-that was defunded so people will go with vouchers instead-it’s literally been an effort to defund public schools.
I mean, your body, your money...I don't understand why people are so judgemental when it's really none of their business. If it made you feel better, well done! I support that 100%
I love your decision and I'm happy it makes you happy! I appreciate your honestly.
Girl yes 👏👏 it's amazing how we evolve and change through the course of months. Great job
Everyone says turning 30 is ‘scary’ but honestly turning 30 has made me feel more myself, more comfortable, less worried about what others think and I feel so lucky to have the pleasure of growing old- so many don’t have the chance. I’m a few years into my 30s and have to say it’s the best decade yet.
1. $1500 piece of furniture on sale for $1119
2. Trip to Hawaii with her sister for an undisclosed amount of dosh
3. A $3000 outdoor couch
4. A rooftop hot tub for an undisclosed amount (dodged a bullet there)
5. A lay flat first or business class seat
With thoughtful hindsight she revised the list
1. Keeping the furniture ☑️
2. #clearthelist
3. Airstream trailer $6500 ☑️
4. Teeth veneers $14,500 ☑️
Thanks for thanking your former teacher! A once-in-lifetime thrill, I’m sure! Maybe cool content for a video, things that that don’t ever happen for us.
I felt so bad it was so rainy when you guys came! It was really nice to meet you guys! :)
Monica your teeth look amazing! Don’t let anyone bring you down for that! I’ve never understood why people are ashamed about getting their teeth done/talking about it (or even something cosmetic)! Also loved what you did for that classroom! 🥺🖤
You work hard for your money and you deserve to tell it where to go. No one else can tell you what to do with your money. The teeth look amazing!!
Thank you for caring about the Black Lives Matter movement Monica! :)
Always look forward to your videos Monica! ❤️