day in my life in NYC getting back into hobbies (books, painting, drawing, journaling)
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
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HIIIIIII a vlog in daaa cityyyy!!! how are you today?
Amazing but I don’t wanna go to work ;( 😂
I’m doing well just got off work and about to run errands with my grandma
YES my day is made. Love you Mai. I'm watching in my Alchemai fit
Hi girl, as long as you post my day is saved
amazing you always make my days better when you post
That last part with the rain 😭 please just have an hour long video on this so I can play it in my background while I read !!!!!!! 🙏🏼 the aesthetics and rain and chill vibes are immaculate!
U should check out native rain music 😌
literally my exact thoughts!
Please do!!
Awesome
she's got " I've got my own back " energy and I think it's iconic.
Frrrr
I will never get bored of your intro 😭😭
yeah frrrr its so boppy and cutee!!
Literally why does it literally motivate me to do stuffs 😅
Real
yesss she can never change itttt
@ yess frrr!!
Last year, I wrote a letter to myself each month, and this year I’m reading them during the month they were written. I just read January’s letter, and honestly, it felt so surreal. I had written down goals for last year-most of which I’d completely forgotten about-and I was surprised to see I’d accomplished so many of them. It made me feel amazing because I realized I overcame challenges that seemed impossible at this time last year.---Would definitely recommend!
Omg I love this!!! Thank you so much for sharing xx
I love this idea
Damn great idea. I think i'm gonna do this too. Thanks for sharing ❤❤
Amazing idea!
Try gratitude journal. Write three things you are Thank full for
Found you one day like 4 years ago and have been obsessed ever since
Same 😊
Frl
Lol, same here! I was working at my second job recently and the customer was going to NYC with his friend and when I tell you I told him to subscribe for NYC guide videos with the quickness!!! I cant wait until I can visit NYC
Literally same
Same
This new place really suits you, Mai!💞 My new hobby is to get back into real crafting and letting my creative juices flow.
This video could not have come at a more perfect time. I stayed up until 5am last night creating spreads in my new bullet journal, which I was avoiding for months on end because I wanted it to be "perfect." Little did I know I was denying myself the joy of just becoming more of myself, healing my inner child with the creativity that fueled me growing up. I'm now 27, I've also lived in NYC for almost 2 years now. You may not know this, but your videos from a few years ago when you first moved into NYC really planted a seed in me that it was possible for me too (I was living in a toxic household with my family). Thank you for all the inspiration Mai, it reaches farther than you can imagine ♥
Literally sameeee I was only journaling when I had the time to record tik toks of it but then I never had enough time and I stopped journaling for the longest time. I’m getting back into it now just for me
Good for you
everyone walking their dogs together outside is so beautiful like that scene in 101 dalmatians
silent watcher here - but I really wanted to say I LOVED this video so much. You looked so happy and relaxed and it was so nice to see you getting back into the hobbies you love, please keep doing this, for you and also because this type of video is just so good!!!!!!💛 (also, they hobbies i'm trying to get back into is playing ukulele and coloring!)
As someone who loves crafty hobbies, I think you'd enjoy making those Rolife Miniature sets. You can make cute cafes and bakeries, and they also offer book nook kits to place alongside your books!
UGH this house is SO PERFECT!!! It gives that "I live in manhattan" vibe yet it's still cozy. This vlog was especially cozy because it was all about hobbies plus the RAIN?? amazing video as always girly 💕
I’ve been getting back into a lot of hobbies- back on UA-cam, cooking and taking some cooking classes, and started Finnish lessons last week. It’s crazy because when I made time for hobbies I noticed such a shift in my energy and I am more productive because my soul feels happy
Awee keep feeding your soul ❤🎉
MAI is back and refreshed.
I'm obsessed with your sun/moon room. I'd love to see you recreate one of your childhood videos of unboxing and trinkets... My favorite hobbies at the moment are gardening and reading actual physical books.
"Let me get her anything that makes her smile" OMG I'M CRYYYIINNGGG
Hey Mai, I just want to say that my grandfather just passed away and I find comfort watching your videos❤ please keep it up because you are fantastic in what you do
the hobby i wanna get back into the most is probably reading! i got a book series for christmas and i already finished all five books. it feels so cool to be transported to a whole different world!! i absolutely loved how chill and relaxing this video was, mai!!
That’s so true abt reading! Keep going! 🎉
I delete Instagram and only doom scroll on Pinterest now, so I've been really inspired and started filming my own videos, crocheting again, and reading more, it was the best new years goal ever tbh I feel so much happier
since i'm so early i feel obliged to comment so thank you mai for the video!!!! i feel like getting back into your hobbies and becoming more yourself is what life is all about. i'm just tryna have fun and enjoy being here against my will until i'm not anymore lmao. the hobbies i think i wanna get back into are doing puzzles, writing creatively, crocheting, bracelet making, and painting. there truly are so many things that we as humans can be passionate about and i wish we all had the privilege to spend our days doing what we love. whoever's reading this, please stay safe and be kind to yourself, i'm proud of you 💚
New hobby I want to try is sewing and old hobby is just generally being creative , painting,drawing,reading. I do still read but I want to expand the types of books what I read and I used to be so creative and artistic when I was younger but a couple years ago I stopped so i want to get back into that
I love you so much that you are getting a special place on my vision board. You are such an inspiration for me. I found your channel 2 years ago and my life changed drastically since I started watching your videos.
You were the motivation for me to move out at the age of 18 and start my life over in another city, with no money, no finished degree, no good relationship with my parents, etc. Just me and my cat.
Thank you so much for everything you don't even know how much you helped me changing my life through your messages, words and actions.
You give me so much positive motivation and information in every video.
Every video of you is like a small reminder for me that I really CAN achieve everything I want and that I am not alone.
Thank you Mai.❤️
Watching your videos is so healing! I always watch it to bring comfort but also see your positivity and how far you’ve gone in life! I love you so much and may God fulfill the desires of your heart always!! 🫂♥️
I feel like Mai is becoming a sensation of 2020s Vlogging! Imagine getting old and seeing back these videos how proud older mai would be of this younger mai 🩷💚 Mai probably have the best vlogging style on youtube :-)
i really want to get back into painting! i was so motivated back in high school but now i feel i don't have the time; i want to intentionally make time to be creative and let that energy flow again :)
I can't get over how aesthetic your apartment is, it's to die for fr 😍❤
A hobby I’m trying to get back into is reading, I just bought some more book the other day and I’m excited to read them and just get back into reading in general.
Mai is back on the UA-cam grind and I’m living for it! 💓😆🫶🏼
If been journaling for a year straight now. Like scrapbook journaling and im sooo proud of myself for it. I wanna get back into painting. I love it. But I wanna learn to love the proces of painting and not just the finished product. 💕
i have been watching you for YEARS and remember when you moved in 2019. ive seen it all, all your eras, you growing up. i must say this video reminded me of your growth and i love this style of video, it feels very genuine and the way you spoke about hobbies made me realize we often tend to forget to do the things we enjoy. i am not a frequent commenter by any means but i just want to say i loved and needed this
Seeing you journal in your sanctuary in the rain brought tears to my eyes 🥲 So happy to see you excited about rediscovering your hobbies Mai!! You deserve all the amazing opportunities and freedom your life has been giving you lately ❤ thanks for another great vid
😩😩OMG! THIS IS THE MOST WHOLESOME VIDEO I'VE SEEN IN A WHILE! YOU MAKE ME WANNA START VLOGGING
I am so happy for you phamm. You deserve this all success you are at this stage. your vlog just makes my week better, you are like my big sis lol we are besties in my head. OMG the way your house is looking at end while raining it gives cozy feeling also vibes of harry potter.
Mai is back with her therapeutic, healing, inspirational and soothing content ❤️ I just love Mai and her vibe overall :-)
the last part with the rain was actually so beautiful i had to screenshot and put it on my moodboard/goal board. my hobbies include reading, baking and living life to the fullest xx
the scene of boiling water in Mai's gifted teapot reminds Howl's Moving Castle iconic memories..time's standing still and her energy is so calming.. loved it!✨🍱
Hey Mai ❤ I love the vibes of your new house specially on the rain. This year I want to have try a lot of new hobbies I started with my travel scrapbooking. I am from Chile 🇨🇱 and my first ever trip was to New York so always it feels special watching your videos
23:20 - 23:38 the smoke in the background while your eating 😚🤌🏻 french kiss* its giving enola holmes and ghibli especially the background, and btw the kitchen 😩 girl your killing it❤❤
her timing is perfect ive been meaning to get into hobbies desperately just lately, especially with applications, she will always be my fav youtuber everything about her and her channel is PERFECTION
28:46 literally love the sound of rain best room fr
Girl your intro and outro are the best 🌸 Of course I watch it to the very end!! I picked up crochet like 1,5 years ago and really have to get back to it 🧶
Can I just say Mai you’re absolutely amazing, I’m through the part where you’re explaining the books you got. I love the way you actually make use of your books go ahead underline, share with friends, compile quotes on sticky notes. I’m actually lost for words, I think you’re intelligent, inspiring and really kind to those around you. Lots of love and appreciation for you. Grateful for you and the experiences you share in this space
watching this while working on my own hobby (crochet) just hit different i didnt even mean to match like that haha
i just picked up my hobby and thought ill do it while watching your vid
love you lots !!!
Ahhh my god this is exactly what I need now! Was already scared there wouldnt be a Video on Mai Monday!!! greetings from Germany, always keep in mind how inspiring you are for soooo many young girls like me! Ly❤❤❤❤
Also from Germany, Greetings 😂 Mai is so calming yet so energetic, nice to have her here on YT ❤
Bro your new home and the way you decorated it is so amazing. Such a zen place😍
when it started raining I fell even more in love with this house, wow
29:13 a really good video as always , good job Mai 💗💗
Not even kidding this my favorite vid you have ever posted. It’s so peaceful and serene. I can definitely see myself going back to this exact video when feeling overwhelmed or need some grounding. Love you Mai 💖💖💖 (ps my hobby is cooking, it’s my only UA-cam video i have up as of now)
NGL you inspires me a lot I've been watching you from last 5 years and I can see you have changed in a good way I'm glad you're posting again I've missed your video you're my fav UA-cam and I hope to be like you and figure stuff out on my own and ofc grow with you I love you mai hope you se this and leave a reply
Literally one of my fav vlogs loved the vibes THE HOUSE and I think the hobby that I gonna start is reading you actually inspired me love uuu ❤
Funny how I'm getting back to reading and painting ...just finished my first book this year....this was such a wholesome vlog ...you did that!!!!
I love this video. I'm excited to see your place coming together and you can just see that this is your place for you. The way you talk and act in your own house tells how inviting and comfortable it is. You just have an aura of tranquil around you in this place and I can't wait to see you grow in this house. Also I've started reading again recently and it's great but personally for me it's hard to get that start you know, like I procrastinate starting reading but once I start I'm locked in!
im trying to get back into working out every day even if it just for 30 minutes -this video was so cute and comfy to watch!! 💗🇿🇦
girlllyy you do have a hobby and thats putting things into a majestic aesthetic. As well as girl you throw amazing parties tooo! But whatever you choose I know it will be amazing like yourself because you out the love and time into itt! 😁⭐💕
Girl you literally ground me I’m currently sitting outside drawing w/ tea and an Alchemai jacket on. Life is good 🤞🏻😂❤️
Cute, may it stay as long as this moment suits you 😊
I feel so connected to this video, I have been in the process of getting my life together and going back to the things I used to do. I am trying to get back into the gym and start reading more!!
truly you are my favorite youtuber you always have the perfect vibes and energy
Throughout my life i think i never had a hobby or something that i would do frequently for it to be a part of my routine. And i cant believe i said that as a 21 year old who is just tryna figure things out. I feel like i never understood the purpose of a hobby until this video it somehow made me feel that adult life is not all stress and bills maybe its about enjoying the little things in life that bring you so much happiness. I think i'll try painting today and if i love it hey ig i have a hobby now hehe hope you have a great day Mai
14:31 I just realized you have studio ghibli frames in the background I love that!
I’ve been getting back into reading! I want to read at least 12 books, aka 1 book a month. So far I’ve finished 2 books, so off to a great start! This blog was very inspiring!
Your mom was mesmerized with the cooking book ahah, such a calming vlog love it Mai!
Something I want to do instead of doom scrolling is pilates or crochet
im manifesting ur life🥰 I can't get over how aesthetic your life is
This is really my weekly therapy. Thank you so much for those videos my life is getting back together since. Love you
i really wanna get back into reading, but for now the entirety of my time is consumed by exam prep. i would also love to start running, get creative with makeup and photography in the summer after my finals. i've already started taking cold showers, dry brushing and getting ahold of my eating habits. anyway, may the life of a reader be blessed and (if you are a hs senior like me) may your exams be easy !!
THANK YOUUU MAIII!! this truly made my entire day!! love you lots!!😔
I’m usually an acrylic painter BUT I’m getting into gouache painting and trying to recreate scenes from studio ghibli movies because they’re my favorite movies everrrr
Mai I'm missing you
11:08 who is this DIVAAAAA 👀
Lately I’ve been sharing a hobby with my husband. With the big boom in Pokémon cards recently, we’ve started reminiscing by collecting and learning about the whole shabang again :)
Watching this while I get ready 🤌🏼
I literally relate to you so much, I have just become a hobby girl again and reading and life is so much better. You are such an inspiration 😚
Mai this vlog was beautifully filmed! Loved it🫶🏻
mai why is your mom literally so adorable 🥹
Girllll where is the new video
Just like you, I also love stationery!
When it comes to hobbies, I love singing, putting together sets of Lego, writing, reading, journaling. Anything that allows me to be creative/artistic.
Love your videos! 😄😍🥰😘
I LOVE YOU MAI BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VID THANK YOUUUUUU
Hii MAI 👋 new watcher and subscriber and OMG I’m obsessed with your videos gurl I had a whole MAI day trying to catch up 😂 now I can’t wait for every Monday to watch a new one.
Anyways… this viedo inspired me to go to library and get more into books. 📚 (Gurl we on a budget) I wanna tap into reading things I’m into rn and my journey I’m on. so thank you! 🙏
My hobbies rn are: plants/gardening, meditation 🧘♀️, volleyball 🏐, puzzles 🧩 and making bar of soaps and candels 🕯️
28:59 probably painting
20:34 I love that you watch him it’s such a good channel 🥳
mai did you die where’s the monday vid 😔🌚
the way i’m just remembering i saw you, your mama and sterling on the train going to the groomers lol cutest trio
MAI KIDS WANT NEW VIDEOOO!! T-T
The hobbies that I’m trying to get back into & will start on the 1st of feb is reading, going for walks more and writing poetry/journaling. I haven’t done any of that this year and for a while back since last year as I’ve been lowkey a sad girl. BUT this is very motivating so keep up the vlogging Mai. Happy to see your parents here to help you set up the house. Can’t wait for more house updates
im commenting cause i DID stay that long as always ;)) i watched this video cause i told myself that in feb i was gna get back into my hobbies cause exams season doesn’t leave time for a lot more. Im gna go to the gym, sew, rollerskate, journal, draw, read. UGH i love it ALL. And you’re so right, cause it really brings you to the present moment. Also inspired me to read more non fiction. Loved this vid, youre amazing xxx
omg not me searching for that book that I didn’t wanna read and now I’m gonna try to read it more. Mai ur powerful sis 🐉✨🫶🏾
My hobby is writing, and I’m trying to get more into writing poems, cause I just love the power words can have when they are in a poem or text
The way this video got me thinking... what even are my hobbies now!? it really prompted me to get more in touch with my creative side. We love Mai
This year is the year where i try to reset. The past few year I had no mental connection to myself, nor what I love in life.
With the beginning of the year I've decided to change it. I've started to play piano again and volunteer where I work with old people. My schedule is super full because I do that beside my apprenticeship, but I am enjoying every moment out of it, because that is the first time in my life that I am able to explore who I am.
MAI UR LITERALLY THE DEFINITION OF COMFORT INFLUENCER💞💞❤️
Literally this vlog is my new favorite thing everrrrr, my favorite hobby is to read books, mai. Ehehehe readers girlies
Hi Mai!! i was waiting for this video, and i love it. Glad to see your parents back with you. As I was watching the video I thought that if I were your mother I would be so proud to have a daughter like you. About hobbies, the truth is I have many, like playing video games, reading, watching series, painting. As I have several I vary depending on the time of the year, although the one I do the least is reading. Thanks to your video, it has made me want to organize myself better to read and be more curious about the things that surround me and also the thought of others or what inspires them.
xoxo from spain, here in the canary islands
You really deserve all the love you are a great person i hope you get all the good things that you’ve wished for ❤❤
never stop posting i live for these videos like deadass
The vibes of this vid are so comforting I luv you Mai
Im getting back into reading! I just got a few books from my local book store too and finished book I know has changed me for the better and Im so excited to prioritize reading more now
i am a pretty big painter myself and i LOVEEE making cards for people, i always do watercolor paintings on the front and write some cute notes in the inside. Peoples reactions to a handmade thing is just so amazing and it shows how much you put into something for them! it’s amazing! totally do it!
love watching your vlog while journaling soooo much. I’m so grateful!!!🤍🤍
I’m happy.
My goal is to get into vlogging for UA-cam!! I’m going to start with insta and tiktok first. And then work towards doing longer videos and finding a formula that works for me. You are incredibly inspiring.
Girl your videos have gotten so much better ever since you moved like they were nice before too but now idk they’re js eating more with the different settings and backgrounds and you’ve gotten so consistent too I don’t wanna jinx it but love that for you! I love watching you do mundane things and you showing us around like the streets and stuff
watching you makes me wanna get back and get my shit done, it’s like the first nyc apartment vibes and la apartment vibes are back, simple, slow but productive
I love your videos mai, this video for some reason reminded me of when I used to be younger and watched UA-cam, Also my 2025 has been rough so far so this video inspired me. Also, the hobby I am going to get back into is painting.
i've watched you for 2 years now and because of you, i found the motivation to journal, read, and scrapbook again !! and i know you mentioned one of your favorite books was 'Atomic Habits' so i got it and it was the best read ever!! i also wanna thank you for being such an inspiration to me and making these videos. they bring so much comfort to me whenever i'm sad! love you mai!!!