My life has changed a lot since college, so I thought I'd share 10 life lessons I learned after graduating. I hope they're helpful. Feel free to share your experience in the comments! I'd love to read about it. ❤
Hi Jenn! I'm a graduating senior this semester, and I'm unsure of what life will be like after college. I keep thinking back to your helpful 10 Things I Learned in College video, and how you graduated and found such success after college! I'm also a brand new baby UA-camr; your advice to keep moving forward and creating content that makes you feel good is something I think of almost daily! Thanks for being such an inspiration!
Jenn you are my favorite youtuber because your videos are so genuine and heartfelt :) I am so happy in how far you've come since 2010 and curious to see how much you will grow! Thanks Jenn for making this video! It has definitely helped me a ton :) Being in college myself, I get anxious about by future, but it relieves me that you've been though the same things. I appreciate that you show us that you are an actual human being who has had hardships and isn't just someone with a perfect life 💕💕 Love you Jenn!!
hi Jenn, it's so nice to see you grow professionally in your career as a youtuber. Been a subscriber since forever! i recently graduated last year and am having a hard time adjusting to work life. It's like they expect me to grow up fast when i just started enjoying life. Like what the heck. thanks for taking the time for this video! love!
So interesting... I actually feel more optimistic about, like... living now hahah. I haven't even graduated high school yet. Awsome vid Jenn. :O Such valuable thoughts and feelings.
Jenn, I'm a huge fan of you because you've always been so great at vocalizing your perspective and style. This video embodies why you have so many people who adore you all over the world and I think it's fantastic that you encourage others to achieve great things as well. I can't wait to see you do a TED talk with all that experience and eloquence!
Three years ago I was listless, directionless, depressed, going through a devastating break-up, moving back in with my parents in my small hometown in the U.S., and three years later I'm studying in one of the largest, most successful universities in London. Things that I've learned: shit is hard, it's always hard, it doesn't get easier, but sometimes there are quick and painless jabs of happiness and fulfillment and opportunity that throw all of that bad stuff back into the dust. Taking a stab at something that you feel you couldn't possibly achieve can change your life forever. Give yourself some credit! Even living out my dream, I still have anxiety about the future, but all I can say is that if you can live one day reaching for your goals, you can live the next day too. Sometimes that's all you can do, live 24 hours at a time, working towards your dreams. Weird advice, but I'm still looking for my place in life, but I'm so much more fulfilled than I ever could have been with my ex in my hometown! Jenn, you're an inspiration as always :) Keep your chin up!
I hope this doesn't sound too pretentious, but I'm at an Ivy League school right now, and when I was accepted I thought it was my dream come true (I'd grown up hearing "my colleague's son went to Yale and now makes 200k a year!" type of stuff). Now that I'm here, I think I can handle the academics, but I'm starting to realize that 1) I'm paying too much to not know what I'm doing and 2) everyone seems to be so pre-professional, like their degree is setting them up for something specific and I don't know if I want such a rigid life. I was accepted into an art program and visited over the weekend and met such amazing and positive people and turned it all down for this school, but I feel so unmotivated here because all of my classes are along the lines of "what classes will lead to a degree that'll let me pay off my college debts and support my parents later on." In high school, my one goal was to get into a good college, but now I don't have that same goal and I hate being so directionless. Sorry for the omgwtf long read, I just needed to get it off my chest because a lot of the time people tell me to "stop complaining, you go to an Ivy League" (In a lot of ways, I'm still grateful, I truly am). It's not all its cracked up to be, guys. I really envy the people who had the courage to follow their passions, best of luck to all of you~
Jenn Liao I'm sure there parts of your school that don't follow that rigid life! if anything you take those hard classes and do what you enjoy on the side (e.g. clubs/organizations). It sounds like a lot but you'll never know if you don't try! :) Who knows what will happen.
Jenn Liao Aww okay awesome! On the bright side, it seems the cutthroat environment and preprofessional vibes create a certain solidarity between ivy kids that can relate to feeling smothered by that part of it :)
Jenn! I'm so so so proud of you, I've been watching you since the early college days so it's amazing to see how you've grown. This video was especially inspiring toward the end. It's so good to see you giving life advice because so many people are watching! You're changing many lives for the better :) As for my story: I was also lost throughout college and had no idea what I'd do with my life. I knew I was smart and capable and I wanted to make a positive impact in the world, I just didn't know how. After I graduated, I decided to take a risk and set out to find a career in something that I'm super passionate about + good at, rather than settling for a job I knew I wouldn't love. *Best. Decision. I. Ever. Made.* In just two years, I got to work as a spokesperson & PR manager for a food festival (doing interviews with NBC, FOX, LA Times, etc) and while I was doing that, I continued my passion for music, released an album and performed throughout LA & NY. I got some hosting gigs and also acted in a sci-fi short film (which was super fun to film, dressed in full post-apocalyptic gear hehe). I traveled around the world on multiple trips with friends and family. In short, I discovered how to create a lifestyle that I absolutely LOVE. And now, I've started a blog and channel to share my experiences because I wish to empower others to dare to be bold, take a chance on themselves, and set out to create their dream life! I believe we all can and deserve to be our best self and live our best life, fully and vibrantly. ♥︎ Wow, didn't mean for it to be that long. But TL;DR - THANK YOU & KEEP DOING YOU.
Omgg, huhuhuhu this helped me keep grounded. Like I'm pressured currently, whether or not I will take up a finance job since I keep thinking what kf my youtube doesnt work out, but I'm still going to push through my youtube channel
Love that you're speaking right from the heart! Don't forget that it was your own unique style, gorgeous personality and hard work that attracted all of these people!
I went through a huge slump after high school because i didn't know what i wanted to do, i didn't have a passion for anything, and i didn't have a support system through friends or family. I was pretty lonely. I took 2 years off to focus on myself. i worked retail and volunteered at a hospital in which i got to meet wonderful friends. I'm now working towards getting into the biggest cancer hospital in texas for diagnostic sonography. Wish me luck jenn! So proud of you and your channel development!
Wow you are amazing! And you'll reach your dreams, I like how you took some time for you and to clear your head, build yourself and develop a passion for a job that sounds like would make you very happy. Like the others said, that is very inspiring. I've been quite sheltered all my life, in the sense my mother has helped me, like I'm not very good at hair, or cooking and when I'm out the house those are necessities I need (personally because I like to maintain my appearance and I love to eat a good home cooked meal)...I should take time off to learn that stuff, you're a big inspiration to me. You go girl! I'll be praying for your success but more importantly your happiness!
"What are you going to do next?" After graduation, after the internship, in the future, etc., this question never stops coming up. Well, I have no idea - and that's not a bad thing. I've graduated from university almost a year now and what I've learned is that it's okay not to have a plan, it actually opens up more doors as I stay open-minded. Opportunities will keep coming up and as you take one step, it leads to another. For those who are graduating and are worried you don't know what to do next year, just take your time to do something fun and explore different fields of work. Eventually, something will spark your interest and the rest will be history. :) Jen, thanks for posting this! Much love
You articulate yourself and your perspective so well. What's great about it is that you're so genuine about everything and it's so evident how passionate you are. You are my biggest inspiration, Jenn! I love you so much. Thank you for being here.
Been watching you from the beginning and you have grown so much! I feel like that's why I love your channel, cause your old videos remind me of the old me as well, like when I would watch them and the kind of person I was at that very moment. Suffice to say I think a lot of your viewers have grown with you and I can't wait to see more! keep doing what you love because we all love it and support you!
❤ yeah I remember my first year of university, I was super nervous to make new friends and found a fashion facebook group and I posted your videos and made some friends! So cool how just sharing something you love can affect so many people!
J WONG I get the same feels, much amuse! I started watching Jenn in high school, and am now in my last year of uni in a different country, so much nostalgia.
Aww Jenn my heart melted when I saw this video:) I've been following your youtoube channel for over a year now and all your videos show your enthousiasm, effort, sincerity en kindness. You're the coolest. Keep up the good work! Much love from Holland,
I've been following your channel from the beginning and it is honestly so inspiring to see how far you've come and what you've achieved. I'm graduating this year and going off to college so parts of this video really resonated with me. Thank you Jenn for being like an older sister to me!
Hi! I've watched this video so many times just to remind myself that the struggles I'm having with school right now won't last long. It has been very stressful having to deal with school projects and whatnots. I'm graduating in march with an associate degree in fashion design and marketing. I've been watching you since you (and Sarah) started but this is the first time (I think) that I'm commenting on a video. Just like you, I get really anxious and nervous sending or responding to emails, heck I'm literally sweating right now typing this comment lol. I just want to say that you've been a big inspiration to me in pursuing my dreams. In 2013, I decided I would take action and enrol myself in fashion school because that's what I really wanted for the longest time. I've also been blogging since '09 and I tried to keep up with my channel but I had to put those aside for now because I really want to focus on school for the most part. I would probably get back to blogging and making videos as soon as I get my fashion degree but I wish I'm as driven and motivated as you are. You're a great person! Keep doing you. I hope I get to meet you in person. :) Come visit the Philippines!
This vlog is 2 years old but it still has the most relevant substance about life after college. And not to mention the comment section is interesting! I love you + your audience, Jenn! You inspire me so much ❤️
I quit my master degree last year. finally i admit i cant go on with it and i dont like my university environment anymore. BUT its not like i dont want to continue my study, it just i need a break time to re-organize myself back and deal with all the craziness in my life. I guess, sometimes, things didnt work out like you planned and hope for. Its hard to admit it, and i know people will look down at you and judge you because you didnt succeed. Damn difficult if you have depression. hurm, I just hope that people will be more understanding and help a bit like just shut their mouth every time they want to say something mean to a person facing situation like me. erm okies, have a nice day y'all ^ ^
It's fine to make changes like that in your life, if u feel like u needed time to take a break , then props to you because u did something to better yourself , and make yourself happy and that's all that matters!
Dang... I knw what u mean. I nearly dropped out but I decided to finish it through since I was so near the end of my last 2 sems and couldn't afford to drop out. I was really depressed at that time 'cause I kept thinking there was no way out. After graduation, I'm thinking of working jobs that hv nth to do with my cert and see what I really want to do. Probs will hv a getaway to clear my mind too! Hope you will be happy and do what u enjoy in future:)
thank you... aside from that i face difficult situations right now which not mine but its hard for me to avoid it. so, yep its all blended in creating "super concoction of madness" ... lol. its great to hear that you made it. congrats ^ ^
I completely agree with you Jen, having graduated with major in the hard sciences, college has definitely helped me now only realize what I am capable of but also what I am able to overcome. The best advice any post grad can give to student is that experience is key. If you don't put yourself out there and work hard for what you want, there is a line of other people that will gladly take that spot. Even with having a degree in the sciences, there are so many specific niches in every field that one truly will not know where they will end up doing as a career. Before I started school I was so determined to want to become a Veterinarian, I thought I had everything planned out. Then a few years later and few jobs in the field, I've found myself delving into a niche in my field of study, on the completely opposite side of the spectrum, that I never knew that I would be so passionate about. And know for fact that this will be what I will be doing for the rest of my life. College not only gives one the opportunity to mature and become an educated adult, but there are some life lessons that are better taught in school, that is harder to gain else where.
Chua Jana Don't feel empty. ): Finding a passion is really freaking hard. The point is to continue any activity that gives you joy, even if it's folding paper into little animals, cooking yummy meals, or painting random lines. Your calling will come in due time. ❤
Chua i feel exactly the same as you!! Im studying law and cant go back bc i've changed courses 3 times this year but even though im happy to have the chance to study,i feel lost and empty at that point of my life..
i learned from a seminar that passion is something you do that you that you never get tired of. Something you do that makes you forget about time. I had a passion once with baking, and actually earned well from it. But deadlines and pressures at school, difficulty in time management, as well as responsibilities in the family business got me discouraged, putting that passion on the shelf and start prioritizing what needs to be done then. As some years pass, I'm more stable with my job and I'm thinking of rediscovering my passion as the person i've grown into now. I hope that i manage, budget, schedule, and prioritize better now. Thanks for this video and for the reminder that passion and talents need to be shared. Keep it up Jen! 😊
Hey Jenn! You never fail to inspire me! I always get this goose bumps when you talk about your passion cause it really shows how in love you are at what you're doing! My uni starts next month (cause it's in Korea) and this video somehow motivated me! I am honestly freakin scared of the uni life but I'm definitely ready to take risks! Thank you for awesome videos, I hope you know that they're great and impressive enough to make me cry sometimes! LOVE YOU! mwahmwah
I'm in college right now, and to be honest, I feel so lost, and I don't know what direction college is taking me to. Throughout this entire school year, all I've done is just go with the flow, try so hard to socialize with people despite of being very introverted and shy. I do have a couple of failing grades which is the reason why I have to attend summer classes. If I was given the choice to dropout or continue college, I might consider dropping out of school. I don't know if that decision is going to help me in the future but after watching this video, I'm somehow convinced to just continue college. Seeing how much you've grown and changed throughout the years has given me motivation to just keep doing what I have to do. My dream in life is to travel the world and go to places that I've been dreaming of since I was a kid and in order to do so, I guess I need to have a stable job. I know college is going to help me a lot in terms of socializing, interacting with people and keeping myself locked up in my room isn't going to do me any good. All I want to say is thank you for inspiring me, hopefully in the near future (which is 3 years from now), I will have successfully graduated college and will slowly work towards the dream and the life I have always wanted
remember that a grade is not the end. College is also about networking and training your communication skills. It prepares you for your future job, and not just educational wise. :)
Stay in school! Altho your major may not be what you want to do in the future, with that degree alone, it will get you so much farther in life 😊 I'm also attending my 1st yr of college with one of my long-time friend and she's also struggling through the same thing. She always talk to me about dropping out which of course I do not encourage her. But I mean I know she wanna move out of her parent's house but she don't have a good paying job for that and she doesnt know her major yet so she's kinda lost but I think staying in school is the best option for her and you too. Let's all stay in this together and finish strong 😉
I felt that way too until I realized that the reason i felt so directionless is because deep down i really wanted a family. You know, kids, husband, and then devote myself to them. TBH i think most girls innately want that too but we're told to chase careers that will never fulfill us in the same way. So i go to school for now until i find someone to settle down with and center my life around them. Honestly, i rather build a life around a man's vision than my own personal career pursuits.
true, i want to, but it's difficult becoming big in a platform that has become so saturated. i wish i started back in 2012 or 2013. in 2017, unless you clickbait or do something viral, it will take a while for a new channel to grow.
This is very inspirational and sweet of you to do. I graduated college last year and am feeling so lost, little and unimportant much like you described yourself at one point. I went through a really hard time emotionally and mentally after I graduated, which affected me physically, and still am. I've always envied those who've found their passion or calling and have the guts to go out and get it, truly. I'm glad things have worked out so well for you!
A huge thank you to you Jenn, for inspiring with your passion and persistence. If you had given up on youtube I would never have known about your personality, which is amazing and makes us all synch into a good mood. Your content is truly valuable for us even if it seems an 'online' ephimeral thing. You are adorable and I admire you so much. Life is not about grades, that is totally true. I remember on a video you uploaded a time ago, when you said you used to think of yourself as the grades you obtained. Now that I am in college I do feel the same sometimes; lost and only valuing myself depending on the marks I get. Your growth as a person and the advice and tips you give make you my favorite youtuber. Honestly, thank you so much!
I love gaining knowledge and the thought of education and college experiences but I am so unmotivated. I use to want to pursue this and that and I'm kinda stuck right now. I've got family calling and wondering what the hell am I doing after high school and it gives me so much anxiety when all they do is ask all these questions. I keep getting this haunting feeling that I'm wasting my life away gugiufutdufihkvutdy
My advice is, take one step at a time. If you're just finishing high school, things are going to be super screwy. You're just finishing a super important (and incredibly stressful) stage of your life. Finding a college is even harder (and more stressful). I'm not saying this to get you down, just stating facts! My best advice is to try everywhere, apply everywhere, even places you don't think will take you. Some will fight for you, some won't want you at all. Take Jenn's advice and have a look at everything you like doing, even if it's something vague and small and you think might be unimportant. Family will always wonder what the hell you're doing with yourself, no matter how old you get. You're probably question yourself too, but there's nothing wrong with that. It's a sign of growth. Give yourself little goals, even daily, weekly goals for little things. Life falls into place when you work hard at anything and set your sights high. You can't know where you want to climb if you don't look as far up as you can!
I had a lot of doubt in myself when I was going through high school also. My tip is to focus on short-term goals first, then when you accomplish them, your future path will seem more clear.
As you are away from your family, it is natural that they are asking many questions. I understand that the questions can be pressurizing. Nonetheless, they are asking out of love, care and concern for you
The best advice i can give is just go with the flow. Don't worry about the destination and enjoy the process. Learn, grow, live. IT's ok to be uncertain and its ok to change your mind. Eventually you'll find a man and you'll be able to build that life with him that you both want.
If it helps, I started out at a community college, not only to save money but because I was uncertain on my major, from there, took classes from theatre to science and picked out what I enjoyed. From there, I had the idea of what I wanted to major in, and looked up 4-yr universities that I could transfer class credits to/ what I needed to take. Got into the 4-yr and now I'm in my final year of college. ...It's pretty much what Jenn said. But yeah, if you're uncertain, community college is a good step, that way you'll still learn plus save a few thousands from tuition. College isn't easy, it's pretty stressful, but it's practically prepping you for the real world out there. Don't worry, there are a lot of people who are in your shoes. But go and get that education, because now a days, a bachelor's degree is most helpful and important thing when job searching/career goals.
Whenever you post a video discussing a reflection of how you've gotten to this point, I get so emotional and I just feel so happy that you've made it this far. Your videos are so motivating and definitely something I always look forward to. I am currently in my first year of community college, completely lost, trying to discover my true passions. I hope I am one day able to find it and be as successful as you are!
I personally broke down 2 days ago because I couldn't handle the uncertainty of what career I was going toward and what I was doing in college to really help me out with it. However, after talking to some friends, writing down my thoughts and visually seeing how I felt, I began to accept that I still have so much time to decide what to do. Though sometimes I feel that I wasted my first two years of college doing multiple things that may not help me in the future, I too do not regret going to college because it taught me the importance of discovering my passions, pursuing them, believing in yourself, and accepting the unknown. I look forward to the future, and your video gave me more hope and confirmation that everything will be okay. So thank you soooo much
I'm so scared of the future right now. I'm going to graduate next year and I'm really scared that I won't get a job. People tell me I have so much potential and I'm gonna be great but all that has ever done to me is putting so much pressure on my shoulder. I'm scared.
+Dung Luu It'll be ok :). Just remember to take steps at a time, focus at the job at hand and then move on to the next instead of worrying about the future. Doing things that way helps to be able to work faster and be a bit stressful. Also, instead of worrying about the pressure and using that to drive you, you should focus on how that would benefit YOU, because after all, it is not them who will be living with you for the rest of your life, but yourself.
+Dung Luu I've graduated...and I've on top of it done my MSc and I'm still broke and don't have a job. So I'm working in retail. I feel what you feel because my family expects so much of me and its distressing seeing people younger or the same age as you doing better. I will give you one advice, make one of your hobbies into a job. I occupy my time when I'm thinking negatively either painting or writing up rough drafts. Also you won't be alone in the boat always. Eventually, sooner or later you will get a job and you'll slowly work your way up. Don't reject a job because its low paying, take it up and then as you get better opportunities keep progressing. If i had given up I wouldn't have taken small placements here and there which actually build up my experience. And Good luck!!
Something I learned in college: Conversation is never one-way. It is transactional. Thus you actually do have some control over the person who is in front of you. When you learn to bend yourself a certain way, you'll find yourself bending other people to your will and they won't even realize it.
My passion is learning about South Korean language and culture. There is just something about the culture that clicks with me. When I speak the language, I feel so happy. Sometimes when I was younger, people made fun of me or thought it was weird that I loved another culture so much. But I've learned to ignore the haters and fully immerse myself within my passion, which allowed me to receive a scholarship to study abroad in South Korea at a prestigious university. I hope that everyone just continues to do what they love, no matter what it is. :)
This video... Gosh it literally almost put me into tears. I felt like this is what I was truly needing to hear. I found it beyond encouraging. I am now a 21 years old college student and I have to say that I'm not proud about myself. Mainly because I've wasted three years of my life NOT studying for subjects and it put me in the situation I am now. There are times when I feel really lost but there are also moments when I feel very motivated and ready to begin a project... But there always seems to be something missing... That 'push' to finally get me up and start building something solid. I don't know. I want to feel the way you feel about yourself someday. Congratulations! I highly admire you.
I completely understand her desire to share something creative with the world. I was very involved in costuming through out high school and although I didn't design the costumes I made a lot of them. I made the character come to life with my own two hands! There's something very special in knowing that hundreds of people have seen and enjoyed your creations. Soon I will be going to college and hopefully I'll learn how to be a costume designer!
God Jenn. i have been following you for ages, but i never commented - time to change that! You definitely hit the nail on the head on this one! i study media science and sometimes, while we are talking bout films, culture, music and games, i am thinking to myself that i waste the time i should learn stuff like higher mathematics or so with things which are meant to be pure hobbies. But indeed, I DO learn these facts which, how you said, help me in conversations - they take the function of a gate opener and they qualify me for creative jobs as I am knowing the background. It is also great to hear what I hope: That your specific degree doesn't matter. And I believe this is right (especially for B.A. degrees). We learn soft skills, and this is as important as knowing hard skills. And sometimes, when it seems like nearly everyone who is studying B.Sc. is joking about you/B.A. for not really learning sth, not getting a job in the future, yadayada, it helps to hear exactly what you said. So thanks for reminding me :) And keep on doing what you do ❤
This video honestly inspired me so much! it made me feel like you were talking directly so me and i really felt like what you had to say was so true and just genuine- it made me remember why i subscribed to your channel a billion years ago (:P not literally) all over again! Great video Jen! Please never stop inspiring people like me!
Thank you, Jen. You are honestly my rock when every drip of creative energy has been zapped from me by reality. I'm throwing back your gratitude and positivity with 10x the gratitude for everything you do!! I love your talking videos with a passion! Happy Valentine's Day!! Love you :)
Here is my story : I graduated in 2012. I have a BA in English Language and Literature. Then as it was a trendy job, but not my dream job, I got courses for teaching English for one year and paid a really good amount of money but I knew that I would not work as a teacher at all. God, the hardest time of my life was after graduation. I was truly confused about what I wanted to do, and everybody was looking at me like, "You have always been successful and your friends are all working but why are you not working?" and whenever I came across someone on the road or somewhere, they were like, "So when will you start working as a teacher?" I was like, "I am not going to work as a teacher..." and they were like, "Why? That is the most ideal job for a woman." Stupid ideas... The pressure they put on me was so massive at that time and I was always feeling confused, lost and totally in the middle of nowhere. I was also worried that I had no job. Then I decided that worrying would not bring any success at all so I needed to act up and go meet new people somewhere. I applied for jobs. I went to interviews. I met new people and then my circle got bigger. I even got many offers to work as an English teacher and I did for a while. But then I realized it was not the ideal job. I love a more relaxed and creative kind of job so I decided to work as a freelance translator then. Now I am working as a freelance tranlator. When I say to people that I am a freelance translator, they are like, "So you are unemployed?" I gave up explaining and let them think what they want to. :D I am not really sure if I will ever be doing this job forever but right now I am content. I will decide what I will do later. Anyways... Great video, Jenn. You are one of the best inspirations on youtube! :)
And what happened after you wrote this comment? I'm studying a bachelor degree in English Language Teaching and so excited cuz i love people and i love serving people by teaching.😊
"when I went to UC Davis, we focused on theory rather than things that we're hands on" Bam, most of college in a nutshell. I'm in marketing, and literally ALL my growth came from applying knowledge and throwing things at the wall. It gets to a point where although foundational knowledge can be helpful, you'll need to know how to function within the skill in order to make a living. Thanks for that statement
I definitely sympathize with all the things you said! I couldn't agree more, especially after starting a job at a company and leaving my life as a student! Back in uni, I constantly had no clue what I was doing, or where to go, if it was even going to take me anywhere. But I can confidently say now that all of that insecurity always turns out to be for the best, and becomes a huge learning experience about yourself. Nothing good ever comes easy. You're such a beautiful human being inside and out, and I am so happy you are doing what you passionately love- you have no idea how much happiness you bring to us ❤️
It’s 2021 & this is still relevant. Right now, I’m still adjusting to life after college & adulting so I’ve been binge watching your vlogs since the pandemic started. I’m so happy I found this video you made 6 years ago. You’ve inspired me (and a lot of people) with your passion, words & life. Thank you, Jenn!
I've been pretty dead set on what I want to do for college. I love movies and photography and storytelling so I thought, hey, I want to study film and direct movies and stuff. But I don't find myself making short films in my free time like most kids do with that interest. The idea really scares me because I don't think I'm good at that and it doesn't get me all that excited. My aunt told me in a letter that ever since I was young she saw me as a performer. I love playing my ukulele and guitar and vlogging is a lot of fun for me. Singing and playing guitar in front of my school at the talent show was the first time I had ever done anything like that and I LOVED it. As soon as I left the stage I was exclaiming to everyone how amazing and fun it was. I've never done any acting in theater, though I loved being a part of the shows on the stage crew. I've always thought it would be fun to audition for a role but the serious actors at my high school and time commitment really freaked me out. I go to the plays and think about how I could be up there, how fun it would be to perform, but heading off to college next year I'm worried that I've missed my shot and I'm not really sure what to do. I know I'm good at photography and I really enjoy the craft, but I don't know if being behind the camera is what I want to do with my life and I'm terrified that I've missed so many opportunities because I didn't get involved with theater sooner.
I think I can somewhat relate to what you're saying, I'm in theatre too as an actor. I started auditioning for shows the beginning of my junior year and I started to regret that I hadn't joined earlier, but its never too late! If there are any auditions open just go for it! And there will be plenty of opportunities to act outside of high school if you chose to go down that path, don't worry! Instead of worrying about what opportunities you missed (like I did), just delve into whatever passion, whether it be acting, teching, or photography. As long as you love what you're doing and you have visible progress, everything else will fall into place! Good luck!
I feel the same way. I want to act/sing but I'm not in theater or haven't been going on auditions. It's like I want my dream to come true but am not doing things at the moment to actually make it come true. Also, my parents told me they can see me perform too. It's good to know I am not alone in figuring out what I want to do in life. I'm so lost. I don't know if I want to take the performing route or if I could find something else I have a passion for.
Jenn! I appreciate your positivity and your perspective on life. I'm also a community college student like you who's part-timing and stressing on transferring, my major, and most importantly my future. I feel like I can relate to your past as a quiet individual who is trying to find themselves in such a big big world. I am extremely overwhelmed and scared of what is may come in the near future and what I will be doing and what kind of woman I will become. Thank you so much for sharing your voice and opinion! You have opened my eyes and made me realize that I am not alone and I am so thankful that you encourage and try to install hope in people. I am such a huge fan and hope to see myself in the future as a strong, beautiful and passionate lady such as you!
I almost teared at the end because it makes me happy seeing how happy you are with what you're doing. I'm a sophomore in college right now and I hope I'm able to find a job that I love this much in the future. Love you Jenn!
im going to graduate high school in next year March but im pretty unsure about my future. im currently studying science stream in high school but im not interested with things that related to science at all. i strongly believe that i have much more potential in liguistic field,yet my passion is still dancing. become a dancer was once an ambition of mine until im 15. my dad was like "u cant earn for living with dance in malaysia". so i didnt think abt it anymore after then. but this video suddenly give me such a big inspiration n motivation in pursuing dream but not living. will definitely think about dancer n dancing again now since its still my fav thing that i enjoy the most no matter how. i knew i really love dancing bc whenever i got opportunity to stand my feet on stage n dance,all those sweats are literally like a booster that driven me n im so passionate abt it. thank you jenn.♡
Hello, I'm also from Malaysia, I have a passion in the fashion industry but my parents were also like " you can't earn a living like that, you need to pursue a profession job" which makes me sad and very unsure with my future. Going to uni next month is making me so nervous but I hope you don't give up on your dreams bc I don't plan on giving up mine x
Thank you so much for making this video! It's been really helpful! I'm at the point of trying to figure out whether I want to do graphic design or teach. Since senior year, I moved to college with a commitment to study in graphic design. I'm in my fourth year now and had a point where I thought maybe graphic design is not for me. I don't consider it as a passion, just more so of a hobby. But it's also something I enjoy doing. I wanted to teach because I have more experience in that and I love working around kids, and also because it's a very giving and rewarding job. So I'm kind of struggling between the two at this moment now.
I live in Holland so we don't have college. Just a high school for when you are 17/18 years old and of course middle school. I have a high degree now but I'm not gonna go to high school after I pass my exams this year. My talents are dancing and talking in front of people. I don't have an opportunity to use my talents here without going to high school but I mentally and physically can not do it. My dream is to travel and I like studying English and so I will probably work in a store for a few years and when I have the money I want to go to LA and see what I can do there. I don't even care if I have to sleep rough, I need to be in LA and try to pursue my dreams. If you have any tips, please, let me know. I love your videos!
We do in fact have college in The Netherlands. University, HBO and MBO are the kind of colleges you can attend here. I think you confused the term middle school with 'middelbare school', but middle school is in fact the first 2 or 3 years of 'middelbare school' and high school is the last 2 or 3 years :)
OnenessLoveEquality DONUTCARE I think this is SUCH an important message. Sometimes you'll have your heart set on a certain path/dream and life throws you a curveball that seems to make that dream impossible. It's not necessarily the case, often you'll come to realise that you can realise your dream in a totally new way or in fact do something ever better than you'd thought of. It's great to have goals and aim for stuff, but just because you don't attain those exact goals, it doesn't mean it's game over. Always try to keep positive in the hardest situations and hold on to what you can and don't regret it when things don't work out. Like they say, when life shuts a door in your face, there's usually an open window close by. xx
I've been following your channel since you were with Sarah. I remember watching your thrift store videos and making my mom take me to good will to do some shopping. I was like 16 years old. I just think it is so cool how I've kinda grown up with you, and I'm sure many of your followers feel the same way. I'm now 20 years old and I'm almost done with my AA. This video inspired me to send some love and appreciation your way because it kinda of helped me to stop stressing. I'm not sure what it is exactly that I want to do with my life, but the tips you gave us helped a lot... and also seeing how far you've come gave me a little motivation. Thanks Jenn!
You are the realest person ever and such an inspiration to young girls, students, and basically anyone who watches your videos! Getting to know these little snippets of your life and the lessons you've learnt really helps us see that our struggles growing up are normal and that we'll get through it! You could just do purely fashion vlogs but you care enough to tell us about your life so candidly and that really amazes me always. Thank you for always being so sincere Jenn
These life lessons are so relatable! Moved to LA almost a year ago from Guam and since then, I've learned so much about myself. Especially learning how to vocalize more. I, too, get nervous when calling or e-mailing back to clients at work, but my anxiety isn't as bad as when I first started. Love this video, Jenn! :)
This nearly got me in to tears. Thank you Jen for sharing. I was truly inspired. I wish you the best in what you do and respect you for all the hard work you put in to your channel. God bless!
I'm in my second year of college , i failed a whole semester this year i lost hope , cut most of my friendships cause i dn't want any questions about my grades as a reminder of how stupid i am .. i study economy the last 2 weeks i spent them in my room crying my eyes out ,i lost pounds now i'm underweight (BMI 16 ) ,i'm almost 20 and i still get allowens from my parents and it's not a good feeling .. i feel terrible about myself ..
Don't ever feel terrible about your self you are strong! And you are not stupid , nobody is perfect , we all have difficult times and school can be overwhelming , but you stay strong and do what is best for you and what makes you happy , I hope everything gets better and stay positive!
I'm a sexy little thing you can't go wrong and call me bruhh ... I'm just kidding no need for you to apologize xoxo ( it must be funny to call girls bruhh in public ) , sorry if my english ain't good i'm arab ;D
Thank you so much , i was down now i'm feeling a little better, i'm learning to adapt and i'm getting alot of support from family ( suprisingly hh) and close friends . xoxo
I love this, "Talent and passion need to be shared." I am 23 and still in my undergrad! I went to community college for 2.5 years, took a year off..then transferred to a university to study art and I couldn't be happier. :)
it's crazy to think i've been watching your videos for two years! those years go by fast! thanks for the constant inspiration and general sense of positivity. keep up the good work! :)
sometimes passion doesn't come in the form of a job or an activity- you can be passionate about building friendships/family relationships, passionate about travel/vacation, anything really! Society makes us feel like what we do defines who we are but that isn't true. People can be unemployed and still have passions or maybe just have a job that's "eh" and still have things that are important to them in their personal life or spiritual life. You do not need a dream job or even a great job you love to live a great life- employment isn't everything in life and in fact, most people are employed just to fund their other hobbies or their personal life- or maybe to support their family. WHATEVER is important to you can be a passion and it might not be something you do but something you are or something you believe in. My advice as someone who has felt the same way would be to start thinking about who u are and whats important to you. If you really don't know, maybe try writing in a journal everyday- it could help you discover yourself good luck!
if you aren't passionate about anything, pick what you're good at. Most likely you feel happy doing something you excel in. By starting to study a subject or working in a field you have interest in and enjoy is a great step forward. As you work longer, either your interest will grow and turn into true enjoyment and passion or you'll find out that subject really isn't your cup of tea and you can move on to a different interest and try again. There's no shame in not being a crazy passionate person who is all fired up and has the next 75 years planned out down to each minute. Take your time and test your interests. As long as you put in all your effort, you'll find something you enjoy doing.
Ask yourself what are you good at? What did you love to do as a child? You can also take career development courses and read books on this subject. I can relate, as I had interests in so many different things, but not one thing specifically. Eventually, making that decision on your major shouldn't be the end all to what you have to do as Jen mentioned, unless you are going into science, healthcare, or other long term degrees. I hope that is somewhat helpful :)
It's do devastating to me that you have such a great job you love but I am so lost. I know everyone says this but I really don't know what my life has ahead of me. I am so clueless about what I am going to do, where I am going to go and I don't even know! I am so upset that I have no idea what I am going to do with my life. I wish I had a piece of paper to show me what my path for the future is so I can already head that direction! :/
Hey Jenn! I'm a college girl from China,I started to watch your Videos 6 months ago, and it is really helpful to encourage me learning how to be a girl. I am always feeling happy every time I see you. I just want to tell you how great you are and thank you really!!
Jenn, this is my first time leaving a comment on your video, I know, it's a shame, but I guess I just wanted to confess! I'd love to let you know that I really loved this video and made me think a lot about my life. I'm 25 years old(in Korea, where I live, 26) and I just have graduated college since I took two years off. Usually I'm a very confident person but I couldn't help but feeling weak and unimportant after finishing the last semester, I guess it was because I didn't know what I really want to do for a living. Actually, it's been hard because I do know what I love to do, which is drawing, however I can't do that to afford living. And I'd been still struggling with these thoughts until I saw this video. I know, you might gonna say you're not a life tutor and not all the things you said on this video is the answer. But it kinda was. I really wanted to let you know. I said doing small things everyday will lead you to learn to conquer(I'm not a native, so please understand my poor re-phrasing your words :-)). It helped me see things clearer. I should start to share my drawings with other people. Uploading it online or anything. I would like to write down all the things that I'm thinking, these emotional changes, but too bad that my English isn't very good. But I'm sure you felt it all. You have no idea what kind of changes you just made of me from this video! I'll be really happy to know that you read my comment. I really will. Love you, Jenn! I love your smile, passion, and words! You really made my day. Thank you, and I respect you as a passionate life-changing contents creator! Lots of hugs to you, from Korea, late at night.
Feeling unsure if I have any interests at all to start a career after uni, plus I'm not a confident and vocal person... I wish someone will live my life for me.
I don't usually comment on UA-cam, but I'd really like to express this to you, as it's something I wish I'd been told after high school. Some people are lucky enough to know their passions, interests and direction in life early on with absolute clarity. For others, it's a lot harder and it takes a little or maybe a lot more time, and that's okay. We are constantly changing, which is a beautiful thing, because there's always a chance that you'll stumble upon something you really love. Don't let it get you down, because you're definitely not the only one!!!! :)
Sarah Kim I stumbled upon your reply while reading through the comments here. And I must say thank you for your words because it might be an encouraging and optimistic note that would change someone's life for the better =)
Amazing video and so true to the core, I am a pharmacist and now I do UA-cam and blogging mostly about beauty so my career helped but so true that does not define who you are or what you end up doing. XoXo from Buenos Aires, Argentina ♥
Jenn, this video kinda express my thoughts on the lessons I learn after my uni too(i'm officially graduated for a year now). It's overwhelming when everything is longer labelled with a grade or constructive feedback. And we have to decide what is 'success' on ourselves. Crazy young adult life yes? Great to know someone like you went through what I'm going through! Thanks for sharing. :)
This is going to sound so weird but I was in such a bad mood today because I was feeling a little lost, you know that stage between college and the real world and this video just made my day and turn it upside down, made me think or certain things and reflect on life. Thank you soooo much.
This is why I love you, Jenn! You are not only proud of yourself but also know help others make proud of themselves:) I love your view towards "your world" and have learned a lot from videos which are countless since I've been such a huge fan of you.
She majored in Communications actually. Often times once you've finished taking the prereqs and upper divs for your major, you'll have room to take upper division electives which are still required, so why not pick a class that sounds interesting to you just for the heck of learning about it? :) Most of these electives are cross-listed too which counts for units for your major anyways. Undergrad years are a good opportunity to explore what classes they have to offer in supplement to what you're majoring in.
Patricia Orkona clothesencounters Whoa, hiphop is not just some pop culture. Don't judge hiphop based on what you see today in mainstream media. All they do is just take the name Hip Hop and brand it in their own way to make money. Hip Hop is a way of life, a culuture that was created based on peace, love, unity, and having fun. Streets of Bronx NYC back in the 70s was no place to live due to poverty, violance, drugs, and many other gang related activities. The purpose of this culture was to replace violance, and inspire kids to keep them off the drugs with the artistic elements of Hip Hop (4 main elements: bboying (dance), DJing (music), MCing (or Rapping in today's mainstream term), and graffiti (painting). The whole idea was to have people battle through dance and music instead of guns and knives, and inspire kids to learn the art instead of doing drugs. Just thought I would briefly share my two cents :)
Thanks for making this video, that was pretty much encouraging. I'm a quiet girl and I'm always struggling with it. What you have said just gives me another perspective to watch my life.
Thank you SO much for posting this. I'm graduating from college next spring and I'm so terrified, but this gives me hope and confidence to conquer! I've been watching your videos since last summer and I just recently subscribed, and it was a long overdue subscription. You take on the world with such ferocity and you inspire me so much!!! Thank you for existing, girl. You're doing amazing things.
My life has changed a lot since college, so I thought I'd share 10 life lessons I learned after graduating. I hope they're helpful. Feel free to share your experience in the comments! I'd love to read about it. ❤
Hi Jenn!
I'm a graduating senior this semester, and I'm unsure of what life will be like after college. I keep thinking back to your helpful 10 Things I Learned in College video, and how you graduated and found such success after college!
I'm also a brand new baby UA-camr; your advice to keep moving forward and creating content that makes you feel good is something I think of almost daily!
Thanks for being such an inspiration!
Jenn you are my favorite youtuber because your videos are so genuine and heartfelt :) I am so happy in how far you've come since 2010 and curious to see how much you will grow! Thanks Jenn for making this video! It has definitely helped me a ton :) Being in college myself, I get anxious about by future, but it relieves me that you've been though the same things. I appreciate that you show us that you are an actual human being who has had hardships and isn't just someone with a perfect life 💕💕 Love you Jenn!!
hi Jenn, it's so nice to see you grow professionally in your career as a youtuber. Been a subscriber since forever! i recently graduated last year and am having a hard time adjusting to work life. It's like they expect me to grow up fast when i just started enjoying life. Like what the heck. thanks for taking the time for this video! love!
awe, this is one of the most emotional and honest videos I've watched of you :)
So interesting... I actually feel more optimistic about, like... living now hahah. I haven't even graduated high school yet. Awsome vid Jenn. :O Such valuable thoughts and feelings.
Jenn, I'm a huge fan of you because you've always been so great at vocalizing your perspective and style. This video embodies why you have so many people who adore you all over the world and I think it's fantastic that you encourage others to achieve great things as well. I can't wait to see you do a TED talk with all that experience and eloquence!
Wow! Thank you! It would literally be an honor to do a TED talk in the future. I just need to figure out what I'd talk about. xD
OH MY GOSH MY FAVORITE JENNIFER SINGER LIKES MY FAVORITE JENNIFER UA-camR.
clothesencounters "My Life After College" is a good start :)
+clothesencounters I love your positive energy! Watching your videos make me happy too^^
Three years ago I was listless, directionless, depressed, going through a devastating break-up, moving back in with my parents in my small hometown in the U.S., and three years later I'm studying in one of the largest, most successful universities in London.
Things that I've learned: shit is hard, it's always hard, it doesn't get easier, but sometimes there are quick and painless jabs of happiness and fulfillment and opportunity that throw all of that bad stuff back into the dust. Taking a stab at something that you feel you couldn't possibly achieve can change your life forever. Give yourself some credit! Even living out my dream, I still have anxiety about the future, but all I can say is that if you can live one day reaching for your goals, you can live the next day too. Sometimes that's all you can do, live 24 hours at a time, working towards your dreams. Weird advice, but I'm still looking for my place in life, but I'm so much more fulfilled than I ever could have been with my ex in my hometown!
Jenn, you're an inspiration as always :) Keep your chin up!
wow this is such good advice, you are so right :) good luck to you!
// jessica // Thanks :') you too!
Wow! Thank you sharing your story. You definitely gave some sound advice too. ❤
Yes she is always an inspiration for me too :)
I hope this doesn't sound too pretentious, but I'm at an Ivy League school right now, and when I was accepted I thought it was my dream come true (I'd grown up hearing "my colleague's son went to Yale and now makes 200k a year!" type of stuff). Now that I'm here, I think I can handle the academics, but I'm starting to realize that 1) I'm paying too much to not know what I'm doing and 2) everyone seems to be so pre-professional, like their degree is setting them up for something specific and I don't know if I want such a rigid life. I was accepted into an art program and visited over the weekend and met such amazing and positive people and turned it all down for this school, but I feel so unmotivated here because all of my classes are along the lines of "what classes will lead to a degree that'll let me pay off my college debts and support my parents later on." In high school, my one goal was to get into a good college, but now I don't have that same goal and I hate being so directionless. Sorry for the omgwtf long read, I just needed to get it off my chest because a lot of the time people tell me to "stop complaining, you go to an Ivy League" (In a lot of ways, I'm still grateful, I truly am). It's not all its cracked up to be, guys. I really envy the people who had the courage to follow their passions, best of luck to all of you~
you go into the arts program!! do what makes you happy.
Jenn Liao I'm sure there parts of your school that don't follow that rigid life! if anything you take those hard classes and do what you enjoy on the side (e.g. clubs/organizations). It sounds like a lot but you'll never know if you don't try! :) Who knows what will happen.
Jenn Liao Fellow Quaker, by any chance?!
PrincessaAnastasiya Haha, nope I'm Big Red! Love Penn though
Jenn Liao Aww okay awesome! On the bright side, it seems the cutthroat environment and preprofessional vibes create a certain solidarity between ivy kids that can relate to feeling smothered by that part of it :)
Jenn! I'm so so so proud of you, I've been watching you since the early college days so it's amazing to see how you've grown. This video was especially inspiring toward the end. It's so good to see you giving life advice because so many people are watching! You're changing many lives for the better :)
As for my story: I was also lost throughout college and had no idea what I'd do with my life. I knew I was smart and capable and I wanted to make a positive impact in the world, I just didn't know how. After I graduated, I decided to take a risk and set out to find a career in something that I'm super passionate about + good at, rather than settling for a job I knew I wouldn't love. *Best. Decision. I. Ever. Made.* In just two years, I got to work as a spokesperson & PR manager for a food festival (doing interviews with NBC, FOX, LA Times, etc) and while I was doing that, I continued my passion for music, released an album and performed throughout LA & NY. I got some hosting gigs and also acted in a sci-fi short film (which was super fun to film, dressed in full post-apocalyptic gear hehe). I traveled around the world on multiple trips with friends and family. In short, I discovered how to create a lifestyle that I absolutely LOVE. And now, I've started a blog and channel to share my experiences because I wish to empower others to dare to be bold, take a chance on themselves, and set out to create their dream life! I believe we all can and deserve to be our best self and live our best life, fully and vibrantly. ♥︎
Wow, didn't mean for it to be that long. But TL;DR - THANK YOU & KEEP DOING YOU.
wow Aileen !!💗 ik im seriously very late but it's so great to see you here :D
Omgg, huhuhuhu this helped me keep grounded. Like I'm pressured currently, whether or not I will take up a finance job since I keep thinking what kf my youtube doesnt work out, but I'm still going to push through my youtube channel
Love that you're speaking right from the heart! Don't forget that it was your own unique style, gorgeous personality and hard work that attracted all of these people!
Ari Melbourne Aww, thanks Ari! You're a sweetheart. ❤
jenn your hair and make up looks so incredible in this! so lovely to hear about how much you've grown over the past few years :)
hahdelucie Thank you! The growth really trips me out too. ❤
clothesencounters how old are you now jen? :o
I went through a huge slump after high school because i didn't know what i wanted to do, i didn't have a passion for anything, and i didn't have a support system through friends or family. I was pretty lonely. I took 2 years off to focus on myself. i worked retail and volunteered at a hospital in which i got to meet wonderful friends. I'm now working towards getting into the biggest cancer hospital in texas for diagnostic sonography. Wish me luck jenn! So proud of you and your channel development!
So inspiring to hear your story! All the best girl! You got this :)
you go girl!
Wow you are amazing! And you'll reach your dreams, I like how you took some time for you and to clear your head, build yourself and develop a passion for a job that sounds like would make you very happy. Like the others said, that is very inspiring. I've been quite sheltered all my life, in the sense my mother has helped me, like I'm not very good at hair, or cooking and when I'm out the house those are necessities I need (personally because I like to maintain my appearance and I love to eat a good home cooked meal)...I should take time off to learn that stuff, you're a big inspiration to me. You go girl! I'll be praying for your success but more importantly your happiness!
"What are you going to do next?" After graduation, after the internship, in the future, etc., this question never stops coming up. Well, I have no idea - and that's not a bad thing. I've graduated from university almost a year now and what I've learned is that it's okay not to have a plan, it actually opens up more doors as I stay open-minded. Opportunities will keep coming up and as you take one step, it leads to another. For those who are graduating and are worried you don't know what to do next year, just take your time to do something fun and explore different fields of work. Eventually, something will spark your interest and the rest will be history. :) Jen, thanks for posting this! Much love
You articulate yourself and your perspective so well. What's great about it is that you're so genuine about everything and it's so evident how passionate you are. You are my biggest inspiration, Jenn! I love you so much. Thank you for being here.
Been watching you from the beginning and you have grown so much! I feel like that's why I love your channel, cause your old videos remind me of the old me as well, like when I would watch them and the kind of person I was at that very moment. Suffice to say I think a lot of your viewers have grown with you and I can't wait to see more! keep doing what you love because we all love it and support you!
Cheers! *****
It's so trippy to see that my old videos give you a sense of nostalgia as well. Thanks for all the support throughout the years. You're the best! ❤
❤ yeah I remember my first year of university, I was super nervous to make new friends and found a fashion facebook group and I posted your videos and made some friends! So cool how just sharing something you love can affect so many people!
J WONG I get the same feels, much amuse! I started watching Jenn in high school, and am now in my last year of uni in a different country, so much nostalgia.
This is one of my favorite videos you have done recently. Great job Jenn :)
Thanks Kiana! I'm so happy you found it helpful. ❤
Aww Jenn my heart melted when I saw this video:) I've been following your youtoube channel for over a year now and all your videos show your enthousiasm, effort, sincerity en kindness. You're the coolest. Keep up the good work!
Much love from Holland,
Wow! Thank you! n_n ❤
I've been following your channel from the beginning and it is honestly so inspiring to see how far you've come and what you've achieved. I'm graduating this year and going off to college so parts of this video really resonated with me. Thank you Jenn for being like an older sister to me!
Hi! I've watched this video so many times just to remind myself that the struggles I'm having with school right now won't last long. It has been very stressful having to deal with school projects and whatnots. I'm graduating in march with an associate degree in fashion design and marketing. I've been watching you since you (and Sarah) started but this is the first time (I think) that I'm commenting on a video. Just like you, I get really anxious and nervous sending or responding to emails, heck I'm literally sweating right now typing this comment lol. I just want to say that you've been a big inspiration to me in pursuing my dreams. In 2013, I decided I would take action and enrol myself in fashion school because that's what I really wanted for the longest time. I've also been blogging since '09 and I tried to keep up with my channel but I had to put those aside for now because I really want to focus on school for the most part. I would probably get back to blogging and making videos as soon as I get my fashion degree but I wish I'm as driven and motivated as you are. You're a great person! Keep doing you. I hope I get to meet you in person. :) Come visit the Philippines!
such an inspirational message! good luck
Love you girl! Keep on keeping on! ❤ ❤ ❤
I really like your videos :D
Aww, the love is mutual, Lauren. ❤
Lauren I miss your videos!
Lauren!! I miss your videos tons!
We miss you so much Lauren huhuhuuhuhu
I 100% agree with everything you said, sometimes the "obvious" things are overlooked (ex. remembering names, arranging time to relax, being punctual).
Wait.... did you just say a piece of piss?
HAAAAAA
I love you 💕
It's been awesome seeing you grow on UA-cam.
hahhaha omg when Jenn said that I was like waaaaait lemme rewind. hahah thats awesome :D love ya Jenn :D
Lateef Thynative LOL! My boyfriend's lingo is rubbing off me. Thanks for the constant love, Lateef. Hope you're doing well. (:
clothesencounters I knew you had that saying from a Britt ;-) much love ♥
Holly Forrester yeahh I was thinking that sounds very British Jen
simplyshama maybe bc he bf is British lol
This vlog is 2 years old but it still has the most relevant substance about life after college. And not to mention the comment section is interesting! I love you + your audience, Jenn! You inspire me so much ❤️
I quit my master degree last year. finally i admit i cant go on with it and i dont like my university environment anymore. BUT its not like i dont want to continue my study, it just i need a break time to re-organize myself back and deal with all the craziness in my life. I guess, sometimes, things didnt work out like you planned and hope for. Its hard to admit it, and i know people will look down at you and judge you because you didnt succeed. Damn difficult if you have depression. hurm, I just hope that people will be more understanding and help a bit like just shut their mouth every time they want to say something mean to a person facing situation like me. erm okies, have a nice day y'all ^ ^
It's fine to make changes like that in your life, if u feel like u needed time to take a break , then props to you because u did something to better yourself , and make yourself happy and that's all that matters!
Bianca Azmi yaa. its a very pricey change but enough is enough and i do have limit. thanks :)
Dang... I knw what u mean. I nearly dropped out but I decided to finish it through since I was so near the end of my last 2 sems and couldn't afford to drop out. I was really depressed at that time 'cause I kept thinking there was no way out. After graduation, I'm thinking of working jobs that hv nth to do with my cert and see what I really want to do. Probs will hv a getaway to clear my mind too! Hope you will be happy and do what u enjoy in future:)
thank you... aside from that i face difficult situations right now which not mine but its hard for me to avoid it. so, yep its all blended in creating "super concoction of madness" ... lol. its great to hear that you made it. congrats ^ ^
Lily hani hope u manage to survive through the difficult times in the end! You'll be proud to have gone through that and survived (*^﹏^*)
I completely agree with you Jen, having graduated with major in the hard sciences, college has definitely helped me now only realize what I am capable of but also what I am able to overcome.
The best advice any post grad can give to student is that experience is key. If you don't put yourself out there and work hard for what you want, there is a line of other people that will gladly take that spot.
Even with having a degree in the sciences, there are so many specific niches in every field that one truly will not know where they will end up doing as a career.
Before I started school I was so determined to want to become a Veterinarian, I thought I had everything planned out. Then a few years later and few jobs in the field, I've found myself delving into a niche in my field of study, on the completely opposite side of the spectrum, that I never knew that I would be so passionate about. And know for fact that this will be what I will be doing for the rest of my life.
College not only gives one the opportunity to mature and become an educated adult, but there are some life lessons that are better taught in school, that is harder to gain else where.
naniesb622 Wow! Thanks for sharing that with us! ❤
Yeah - for me life after college has been SO amazing :)
(My university was 94% male)
Virginia Military Institute!
Hi Woojong!
Lmfao this comment xD
loved your korea vlogs I want to go to Korea someday
blackxknight lol my classmate from highschool is going there now he said a lot of guys are turning gay there...XD
Woojong I have seen you commenting before
I felt a little empty inside... I have yet to find my talent or passion and sigh I'm still searching. I feel lost.
Chua Jana Don't feel empty. ): Finding a passion is really freaking hard. The point is to continue any activity that gives you joy, even if it's folding paper into little animals, cooking yummy meals, or painting random lines. Your calling will come in due time. ❤
:') awww thanks Jenn you always know what to say! Well I do like baby animals and eating yummy meals 😋 love u Jenn! 💖🙆
Chua i feel exactly the same as you!! Im studying law and cant go back bc i've changed courses 3 times this year but even though im happy to have the chance to study,i feel lost and empty at that point of my life..
:'( sigh! It's alright we'll all work hard at seeking out what we enjoy doing! We can do this!!!!
Yes we do!! I cross the fingers for you ;)))
i learned from a seminar that passion is something you do that you that you never get tired of. Something you do that makes you forget about time. I had a passion once with baking, and actually earned well from it. But deadlines and pressures at school, difficulty in time management, as well as responsibilities in the family business got me discouraged, putting that passion on the shelf and start prioritizing what needs to be done then. As some years pass, I'm more stable with my job and I'm thinking of rediscovering my passion as the person i've grown into now. I hope that i manage, budget, schedule, and prioritize better now.
Thanks for this video and for the reminder that passion and talents need to be shared. Keep it up Jen! 😊
Hey Jenn! You never fail to inspire me! I always get this goose bumps when you talk about your passion cause it really shows how in love you are at what you're doing! My uni starts next month (cause it's in Korea) and this video somehow motivated me! I am honestly freakin scared of the uni life but I'm definitely ready to take risks! Thank you for awesome videos, I hope you know that they're great and impressive enough to make me cry sometimes! LOVE YOU! mwahmwah
Just ARGH you are so beautiful!
Gabriella❤️😍
omg Gabby, you're here! :D
Gabbyyyy! She definitely is but you're beautiful as well :) ily
I'm in college right now, and to be honest, I feel so lost, and I don't know what direction college is taking me to. Throughout this entire school year, all I've done is just go with the flow, try so hard to socialize with people despite of being very introverted and shy. I do have a couple of failing grades which is the reason why I have to attend summer classes. If I was given the choice to dropout or continue college, I might consider dropping out of school. I don't know if that decision is going to help me in the future but after watching this video, I'm somehow convinced to just continue college. Seeing how much you've grown and changed throughout the years has given me motivation to just keep doing what I have to do. My dream in life is to travel the world and go to places that I've been dreaming of since I was a kid and in order to do so, I guess I need to have a stable job. I know college is going to help me a lot in terms of socializing, interacting with people and keeping myself locked up in my room isn't going to do me any good.
All I want to say is thank you for inspiring me, hopefully in the near future (which is 3 years from now), I will have successfully graduated college and will slowly work towards the dream and the life I have always wanted
keep at it
remember that a grade is not the end. College is also about networking and training your communication skills. It prepares you for your future job, and not just educational wise. :)
Stay in school! Altho your major may not be what you want to do in the future, with that degree alone, it will get you so much farther in life 😊 I'm also attending my 1st yr of college with one of my long-time friend and she's also struggling through the same thing. She always talk to me about dropping out which of course I do not encourage her. But I mean I know she wanna move out of her parent's house but she don't have a good paying job for that and she doesnt know her major yet so she's kinda lost but I think staying in school is the best option for her and you too. Let's all stay in this together and finish strong 😉
This is exactly how I feel right now
I felt that way too until I realized that the reason i felt so directionless is because deep down i really wanted a family. You know, kids, husband, and then devote myself to them. TBH i think most girls innately want that too but we're told to chase careers that will never fulfill us in the same way. So i go to school for now until i find someone to settle down with and center my life around them. Honestly, i rather build a life around a man's vision than my own personal career pursuits.
Loved this video Jen! Awesome insight and it's great to hear your thoughts on this, so thank you 🙈
Chelsea!!! Love your videos!!!!!
You are so fortunate to have a job you love that pays your bills, after college. 3 years later and I still don't.
Andrea Ryan anyone can make UA-cam videos. She had the courage to put herself out there and reaped the rewards
well yeah, I know anybody can but not everybody can make a job out of it is what I am saying.
true, i want to, but it's difficult becoming big in a platform that has become so saturated. i wish i started back in 2012 or 2013. in 2017, unless you clickbait or do something viral, it will take a while for a new channel to grow.
This is very inspirational and sweet of you to do. I graduated college last year and am feeling so lost, little and unimportant much like you described yourself at one point. I went through a really hard time emotionally and mentally after I graduated, which affected me physically, and still am. I've always envied those who've found their passion or calling and have the guts to go out and get it, truly. I'm glad things have worked out so well for you!
A huge thank you to you Jenn, for inspiring with your passion and persistence. If you had given up on youtube I would never have known about your personality, which is amazing and makes us all synch into a good mood. Your content is truly valuable for us even if it seems an 'online' ephimeral thing. You are adorable and I admire you so much. Life is not about grades, that is totally true. I remember on a video you uploaded a time ago, when you said you used to think of yourself as the grades you obtained. Now that I am in college I do feel the same sometimes; lost and only valuing myself depending on the marks I get. Your growth as a person and the advice and tips you give make you my favorite youtuber. Honestly, thank you so much!
Aww thank YOU for watching and for the support. You have no idea how much it means to me. ❤
You should come back to UC Davis and give a talk :) please let me know if you're interested!
I love gaining knowledge and the thought of education and college experiences but I am so unmotivated. I use to want to pursue this and that and I'm kinda stuck right now. I've got family calling and wondering what the hell am I doing after high school and it gives me so much anxiety when all they do is ask all these questions. I keep getting this haunting feeling that I'm wasting my life away gugiufutdufihkvutdy
My advice is, take one step at a time. If you're just finishing high school, things are going to be super screwy. You're just finishing a super important (and incredibly stressful) stage of your life. Finding a college is even harder (and more stressful). I'm not saying this to get you down, just stating facts! My best advice is to try everywhere, apply everywhere, even places you don't think will take you. Some will fight for you, some won't want you at all. Take Jenn's advice and have a look at everything you like doing, even if it's something vague and small and you think might be unimportant. Family will always wonder what the hell you're doing with yourself, no matter how old you get. You're probably question yourself too, but there's nothing wrong with that. It's a sign of growth. Give yourself little goals, even daily, weekly goals for little things. Life falls into place when you work hard at anything and set your sights high. You can't know where you want to climb if you don't look as far up as you can!
I had a lot of doubt in myself when I was going through high school also. My tip is to focus on short-term goals first, then when you accomplish them, your future path will seem more clear.
As you are away from your family, it is natural that they are asking many questions. I understand that the questions can be pressurizing. Nonetheless, they are asking out of love, care and concern for you
The best advice i can give is just go with the flow. Don't worry about the destination and enjoy the process. Learn, grow, live. IT's ok to be uncertain and its ok to change your mind. Eventually you'll find a man and you'll be able to build that life with him that you both want.
If it helps, I started out at a community college, not only to save money but because I was uncertain on my major, from there, took classes from theatre to science and picked out what I enjoyed. From there, I had the idea of what I wanted to major in, and looked up 4-yr universities that I could transfer class credits to/ what I needed to take. Got into the 4-yr and now I'm in my final year of college.
...It's pretty much what Jenn said.
But yeah, if you're uncertain, community college is a good step, that way you'll still learn plus save a few thousands from tuition. College isn't easy, it's pretty stressful, but it's practically prepping you for the real world out there.
Don't worry, there are a lot of people who are in your shoes. But go and get that education, because now a days, a bachelor's degree is most helpful and important thing when job searching/career goals.
Whenever you post a video discussing a reflection of how you've gotten to this point, I get so emotional and I just feel so happy that you've made it this far. Your videos are so motivating and definitely something I always look forward to. I am currently in my first year of community college, completely lost, trying to discover my true passions. I hope I am one day able to find it and be as successful as you are!
I personally broke down 2 days ago because I couldn't handle the uncertainty of what career I was going toward and what I was doing in college to really help me out with it. However, after talking to some friends, writing down my thoughts and visually seeing how I felt, I began to accept that I still have so much time to decide what to do. Though sometimes I feel that I wasted my first two years of college doing multiple things that may not help me in the future, I too do not regret going to college because it taught me the importance of discovering my passions, pursuing them, believing in yourself, and accepting the unknown. I look forward to the future, and your video gave me more hope and confirmation that everything will be okay. So thank you soooo much
You in 2010 is how I feel now, and this video is really inspiring and motivating to get out of that funk
same here :)
I'm so scared of the future right now. I'm going to graduate next year and I'm really scared that I won't get a job. People tell me I have so much potential and I'm gonna be great but all that has ever done to me is putting so much pressure on my shoulder. I'm scared.
+Dung Luu Don't be, because I'm gonna guess that lots of peers around you also feel the same way, so don't stress yourself out!
+Dung Luu It'll be ok :). Just remember to take steps at a time, focus at the job at hand and then move on to the next instead of worrying about the future. Doing things that way helps to be able to work faster and be a bit stressful. Also, instead of worrying about the pressure and using that to drive you, you should focus on how that would benefit YOU, because after all, it is not them who will be living with you for the rest of your life, but yourself.
+Dung Luu I've graduated...and I've on top of it done my MSc and I'm still broke and don't have a job. So I'm working in retail. I feel what you feel because my family expects so much of me and its distressing seeing people younger or the same age as you doing better.
I will give you one advice, make one of your hobbies into a job. I occupy my time when I'm thinking negatively either painting or writing up rough drafts.
Also you won't be alone in the boat always.
Eventually, sooner or later you will get a job and you'll slowly work your way up. Don't reject a job because its low paying, take it up and then as you get better opportunities keep progressing. If i had given up I wouldn't have taken small placements here and there which actually build up my experience.
And Good luck!!
Laur Jeune
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JENN YOU MADE ME CRY, ITS BEEN A PLEASURE WATCHING YOU GROW!
Kids these days need this kind of good vibe. I'm glad I found your channel! Good luck for everything missy! 🙏🏻
Something I learned in college: Conversation is never one-way. It is transactional. Thus you actually do have some control over the person who is in front of you. When you learn to bend yourself a certain way, you'll find yourself bending other people to your will and they won't even realize it.
Thanks so much for your frequent uploads! I love watching your videos! Thanks for being such an inspiration! ^___^ I love you!
Tiffany Lee Aww, thanks for watching, Tiff! ❤
Ahh! Thank you so much for responding! I feel so honored! * U*
My passion is learning about South Korean language and culture. There is just something about the culture that clicks with me. When I speak the language, I feel so happy. Sometimes when I was younger, people made fun of me or thought it was weird that I loved another culture so much. But I've learned to ignore the haters and fully immerse myself within my passion, which allowed me to receive a scholarship to study abroad in South Korea at a prestigious university. I hope that everyone just continues to do what they love, no matter what it is. :)
That's so good that you reach goals like that!
PinkArrow455 that's awesome!
Bianca Azmi Thank you so much! :)
24willa Thank you! :)
PinkArrow455 Same here! except the study abroad part...I wish
she is always smiling
This video... Gosh it literally almost put me into tears. I felt like this is what I was truly needing to hear. I found it beyond encouraging. I am now a 21 years old college student and I have to say that I'm not proud about myself. Mainly because I've wasted three years of my life NOT studying for subjects and it put me in the situation I am now. There are times when I feel really lost but there are also moments when I feel very motivated and ready to begin a project... But there always seems to be something missing... That 'push' to finally get me up and start building something solid. I don't know. I want to feel the way you feel about yourself someday. Congratulations! I highly admire you.
I completely understand her desire to share something creative with the world. I was very involved in costuming through out high school and although I didn't design the costumes I made a lot of them. I made the character come to life with my own two hands! There's something very special in knowing that hundreds of people have seen and enjoyed your creations. Soon I will be going to college and hopefully I'll learn how to be a costume designer!
This was so inspirational, Jenn. You're such a beautiful and unique person inside and out. Thank you for sharing!
God Jenn. i have been following you for ages, but i never commented - time to change that! You definitely hit the nail on the head on this one! i study media science and sometimes, while we are talking bout films, culture, music and games, i am thinking to myself that i waste the time i should learn stuff like higher mathematics or so with things which are meant to be pure hobbies. But indeed, I DO learn these facts which, how you said, help me in conversations - they take the function of a gate opener and they qualify me for creative jobs as I am knowing the background. It is also great to hear what I hope: That your specific degree doesn't matter. And I believe this is right (especially for B.A. degrees). We learn soft skills, and this is as important as knowing hard skills. And sometimes, when it seems like nearly everyone who is studying B.Sc. is joking about you/B.A. for not really learning sth, not getting a job in the future, yadayada, it helps to hear exactly what you said. So thanks for reminding me :) And keep on doing what you do ❤
Lou He So cool that we're on the same page about this topic. Thanks for dropping some love. ❤
This video honestly inspired me so much! it made me feel like you were talking directly so me and i really felt like what you had to say was so true and just genuine- it made me remember why i subscribed to your channel a billion years ago (:P not literally) all over again! Great video Jen! Please never stop inspiring people like me!
Thank you, Jen. You are honestly my rock when every drip of creative energy has been zapped from me by reality. I'm throwing back your gratitude and positivity with 10x the gratitude for everything you do!! I love your talking videos with a passion! Happy Valentine's Day!! Love you :)
I effin love you! So many of us feel "little" in this universe and you've actually followed your dreams and made your self stand out.
a piece of piss? never heard that phrase before lol
it's a common phrase from NZ and maybe Australia
And England
love u
It's a very common English slang word.
Instead of "Piece of cake", "Piece of piss".
theazn07 her bf says it a lot
Here is my story : I graduated in 2012. I have a BA in English Language and Literature. Then as it was a trendy job, but not my dream job, I got courses for teaching English for one year and paid a really good amount of money but I knew that I would not work as a teacher at all. God, the hardest time of my life was after graduation. I was truly confused about what I wanted to do, and everybody was looking at me like, "You have always been successful and your friends are all working but why are you not working?" and whenever I came across someone on the road or somewhere, they were like, "So when will you start working as a teacher?" I was like, "I am not going to work as a teacher..." and they were like, "Why? That is the most ideal job for a woman." Stupid ideas... The pressure they put on me was so massive at that time and I was always feeling confused, lost and totally in the middle of nowhere. I was also worried that I had no job. Then I decided that worrying would not bring any success at all so I needed to act up and go meet new people somewhere. I applied for jobs. I went to interviews. I met new people and then my circle got bigger. I even got many offers to work as an English teacher and I did for a while. But then I realized it was not the ideal job. I love a more relaxed and creative kind of job so I decided to work as a freelance translator then. Now I am working as a freelance tranlator. When I say to people that I am a freelance translator, they are like, "So you are unemployed?" I gave up explaining and let them think what they want to. :D I am not really sure if I will ever be doing this job forever but right now I am content. I will decide what I will do later. Anyways... Great video, Jenn. You are one of the best inspirations on youtube! :)
And what happened after you wrote this comment?
I'm studying a bachelor degree in English Language Teaching and so excited cuz i love people and i love serving people by teaching.😊
brave soul. I want to wish you the best!
"when I went to UC Davis, we focused on theory rather than things that we're hands on" Bam, most of college in a nutshell. I'm in marketing, and literally ALL my growth came from applying knowledge and throwing things at the wall. It gets to a point where although foundational knowledge can be helpful, you'll need to know how to function within the skill in order to make a living. Thanks for that statement
I definitely sympathize with all the things you said! I couldn't agree more, especially after starting a job at a company and leaving my life as a student! Back in uni, I constantly had no clue what I was doing, or where to go, if it was even going to take me anywhere. But I can confidently say now that all of that insecurity always turns out to be for the best, and becomes a huge learning experience about yourself. Nothing good ever comes easy.
You're such a beautiful human being inside and out, and I am so happy you are doing what you passionately love- you have no idea how much happiness you bring to us ❤️
It’s 2021 & this is still relevant. Right now, I’m still adjusting to life after college & adulting so I’ve been binge watching your vlogs since the pandemic started. I’m so happy I found this video you made 6 years ago. You’ve inspired me (and a lot of people) with your passion, words & life. Thank you, Jenn!
You're voice is suppper nice!
I've been pretty dead set on what I want to do for college. I love movies and photography and storytelling so I thought, hey, I want to study film and direct movies and stuff. But I don't find myself making short films in my free time like most kids do with that interest. The idea really scares me because I don't think I'm good at that and it doesn't get me all that excited. My aunt told me in a letter that ever since I was young she saw me as a performer. I love playing my ukulele and guitar and vlogging is a lot of fun for me. Singing and playing guitar in front of my school at the talent show was the first time I had ever done anything like that and I LOVED it. As soon as I left the stage I was exclaiming to everyone how amazing and fun it was. I've never done any acting in theater, though I loved being a part of the shows on the stage crew. I've always thought it would be fun to audition for a role but the serious actors at my high school and time commitment really freaked me out. I go to the plays and think about how I could be up there, how fun it would be to perform, but heading off to college next year I'm worried that I've missed my shot and I'm not really sure what to do. I know I'm good at photography and I really enjoy the craft, but I don't know if being behind the camera is what I want to do with my life and I'm terrified that I've missed so many opportunities because I didn't get involved with theater sooner.
I think I can somewhat relate to what you're saying, I'm in theatre too as an actor. I started auditioning for shows the beginning of my junior year and I started to regret that I hadn't joined earlier, but its never too late! If there are any auditions open just go for it! And there will be plenty of opportunities to act outside of high school if you chose to go down that path, don't worry! Instead of worrying about what opportunities you missed (like I did), just delve into whatever passion, whether it be acting, teching, or photography. As long as you love what you're doing and you have visible progress, everything else will fall into place! Good luck!
I feel the same way. I want to act/sing but I'm not in theater or haven't been going on auditions. It's like I want my dream to come true but am not doing things at the moment to actually make it come true.
Also, my parents told me they can see me perform too. It's good to know I am not alone in figuring out what I want to do in life. I'm so lost.
I don't know if I want to take the performing route or if I could find something else I have a passion for.
I love this video! So inspiring :) x
Jenn! I appreciate your positivity and your perspective on life. I'm also a community college student like you who's part-timing and stressing on transferring, my major, and most importantly my future. I feel like I can relate to your past as a quiet individual who is trying to find themselves in such a big big world. I am extremely overwhelmed and scared of what is may come in the near future and what I will be doing and what kind of woman I will become. Thank you so much for sharing your voice and opinion! You have opened my eyes and made me realize that I am not alone and I am so thankful that you encourage and try to install hope in people. I am such a huge fan and hope to see myself in the future as a strong, beautiful and passionate lady such as you!
I almost teared at the end because it makes me happy seeing how happy you are with what you're doing. I'm a sophomore in college right now and I hope I'm able to find a job that I love this much in the future. Love you Jenn!
Absolutely loving your hair!!
Jspikelrlyn Why thank you! ❤
jen you have inspired a lot of us so much! thay is why i love you! :* :)
My dream is to be a voice actress for cartoons! 😊
thank you!
Thanks! I've taken spanish class all four years of high school so I know a bit of spanish. Thanks again for the advice!
Thank you so much!
Follow your dreams! :-)
That sounds so fun. Best of luck :D
Yes girl! Get yours. You've worked hard to be where you are and you should be proud
jen, you're so genuine and authentic in you're videos. I love that
im going to graduate high school in next year March but im pretty unsure about my future. im currently studying science stream in high school but im not interested with things that related to science at all. i strongly believe that i have much more potential in liguistic field,yet my passion is still dancing. become a dancer was once an ambition of mine until im 15. my dad was like "u cant earn for living with dance in malaysia". so i didnt think abt it anymore after then. but this video suddenly give me such a big inspiration n motivation in pursuing dream but not living.
will definitely think about dancer n dancing again now since its still my fav thing that i enjoy the most no matter how. i knew i really love dancing bc whenever i got opportunity to stand my feet on stage n dance,all those sweats are literally like a booster that driven me n im so passionate abt it.
thank you jenn.♡
Hello, I'm also from Malaysia, I have a passion in the fashion industry but my parents were also like " you can't earn a living like that, you need to pursue a profession job" which makes me sad and very unsure with my future. Going to uni next month is making me so nervous but I hope you don't give up on your dreams bc I don't plan on giving up mine x
Thank you so much for making this video! It's been really helpful! I'm at the point of trying to figure out whether I want to do graphic design or teach. Since senior year, I moved to college with a commitment to study in graphic design. I'm in my fourth year now and had a point where I thought maybe graphic design is not for me. I don't consider it as a passion, just more so of a hobby. But it's also something I enjoy doing. I wanted to teach because I have more experience in that and I love working around kids, and also because it's a very giving and rewarding job. So I'm kind of struggling between the two at this moment now.
***** Thank you!!
I live in Holland so we don't have college. Just a high school for when you are 17/18 years old and of course middle school. I have a high degree now but I'm not gonna go to high school after I pass my exams this year. My talents are dancing and talking in front of people. I don't have an opportunity to use my talents here without going to high school but I mentally and physically can not do it. My dream is to travel and I like studying English and so I will probably work in a store for a few years and when I have the money I want to go to LA and see what I can do there. I don't even care if I have to sleep rough, I need to be in LA and try to pursue my dreams. If you have any tips, please, let me know. I love your videos!
We do in fact have college in The Netherlands. University, HBO and MBO are the kind of colleges you can attend here. I think you confused the term middle school with 'middelbare school', but middle school is in fact the first 2 or 3 years of 'middelbare school' and high school is the last 2 or 3 years :)
Dreams can be pursued not just in L.A. Keep an open mind
OnenessLoveEquality DONUTCARE I think this is SUCH an important message. Sometimes you'll have your heart set on a certain path/dream and life throws you a curveball that seems to make that dream impossible. It's not necessarily the case, often you'll come to realise that you can realise your dream in a totally new way or in fact do something ever better than you'd thought of. It's great to have goals and aim for stuff, but just because you don't attain those exact goals, it doesn't mean it's game over. Always try to keep positive in the hardest situations and hold on to what you can and don't regret it when things don't work out. Like they say, when life shuts a door in your face, there's usually an open window close by. xx
If you want a job in la I HIGHLY recommend you at least get a high school education. Even store workers have at least that. Best of luck to you!
Look, there are so many amazing people whom care to write these comments to you
I've been following your channel since you were with Sarah. I remember watching your thrift store videos and making my mom take me to good will to do some shopping. I was like 16 years old. I just think it is so cool how I've kinda grown up with you, and I'm sure many of your followers feel the same way. I'm now 20 years old and I'm almost done with my AA. This video inspired me to send some love and appreciation your way because it kinda of helped me to stop stressing. I'm not sure what it is exactly that I want to do with my life, but the tips you gave us helped a lot... and also seeing how far you've come gave me a little motivation. Thanks Jenn!
You are the realest person ever and such an inspiration to young girls, students, and basically anyone who watches your videos! Getting to know these little snippets of your life and the lessons you've learnt really helps us see that our struggles growing up are normal and that we'll get through it! You could just do purely fashion vlogs but you care enough to tell us about your life so candidly and that really amazes me always. Thank you for always being so sincere Jenn
Oh man, we might have had a class together. Professor Hamilton was always my favorite
Woah alex didnt know i'd find you here, when are you coming back?
I would love it if you posted a video on how you started your UA-cam channel! It'll be great information for those who want to start a UA-cam channel
Loving your necklace!
These life lessons are so relatable! Moved to LA almost a year ago from Guam and since then, I've learned so much about myself. Especially learning how to vocalize more. I, too, get nervous when calling or e-mailing back to clients at work, but my anxiety isn't as bad as when I first started.
Love this video, Jenn! :)
This nearly got me in to tears. Thank you Jen for sharing. I was truly inspired. I wish you the best in what you do and respect you for all the hard work you put in to your channel. God bless!
she's getting marry and here im being nostalgic watching her old videos
I'm in my second year of college , i failed a whole semester this year i lost hope , cut most of my friendships cause i dn't want any questions about my grades as a reminder of how stupid i am .. i study economy the last 2 weeks i spent them in my room crying my eyes out ,i lost pounds now i'm underweight (BMI 16 ) ,i'm almost 20 and i still get allowens from my parents and it's not a good feeling .. i feel terrible about myself ..
Don't ever feel terrible about your self you are strong! And you are not stupid , nobody is perfect , we all have difficult times and school can be overwhelming , but you stay strong and do what is best for you and what makes you happy , I hope everything gets better and stay positive!
Everything will be okay , as my dad always said ' as long as you're alive it's not over yet ' Ps : i'm a girl xoxo
I'm a sexy little thing you can't go wrong and call me bruhh ... I'm just kidding no need for you to apologize xoxo ( it must be funny to call girls bruhh in public ) , sorry if my english ain't good i'm arab ;D
Thank you so much , you call your mom and dad Dude Haha it's all cool tho :) :hugs:
Thank you so much , i was down now i'm feeling a little better, i'm learning to adapt and i'm getting alot of support from family ( suprisingly hh) and close friends . xoxo
'piece of piss' ahaha the boyf is a proper London boy eh? So cute!
LOL! He's a proper lad. ;D
I love this, "Talent and passion need to be shared." I am 23 and still in my undergrad! I went to community college for 2.5 years, took a year off..then transferred to a university to study art and I couldn't be happier. :)
it's crazy to think i've been watching your videos for two years! those years go by fast! thanks for the constant inspiration and general sense of positivity. keep up the good work! :)
... and what if you aren't passionate about anything.
sometimes passion doesn't come in the form of a job or an activity- you can be passionate about building friendships/family relationships, passionate about travel/vacation, anything really! Society makes us feel like what we do defines who we are but that isn't true. People can be unemployed and still have passions or maybe just have a job that's "eh" and still have things that are important to them in their personal life or spiritual life. You do not need a dream job or even a great job you love to live a great life- employment isn't everything in life and in fact, most people are employed just to fund their other hobbies or their personal life- or maybe to support their family. WHATEVER is important to you can be a passion and it might not be something you do but something you are or something you believe in. My advice as someone who has felt the same way would be to start thinking about who u are and whats important to you. If you really don't know, maybe try writing in a journal everyday- it could help you discover yourself good luck!
if you aren't passionate about anything, pick what you're good at. Most likely you feel happy doing something you excel in. By starting to study a subject or working in a field you have interest in and enjoy is a great step forward. As you work longer, either your interest will grow and turn into true enjoyment and passion or you'll find out that subject really isn't your cup of tea and you can move on to a different interest and try again. There's no shame in not being a crazy passionate person who is all fired up and has the next 75 years planned out down to each minute. Take your time and test your interests. As long as you put in all your effort, you'll find something you enjoy doing.
Ask yourself what are you good at? What did you love to do as a child? You can also take career development courses and read books on this subject. I can relate, as I had interests in so many different things, but not one thing specifically. Eventually, making that decision on your major shouldn't be the end all to what you have to do as Jen mentioned, unless you are going into science, healthcare, or other long term degrees. I hope that is somewhat helpful :)
it's literally ME!! feeling so lost
I can relate.
It's do devastating to me that you have such a great job you love but I am so lost. I know everyone says this but I really don't know what my life has ahead of me. I am so clueless about what I am going to do, where I am going to go and I don't even know! I am so upset that I have no idea what I am going to do with my life. I wish I had a piece of paper to show me what my path for the future is so I can already head that direction! :/
***** me too, we're in the same boat ;), right now I try so many things out, to find out what I really want. doing nothing is the enemy
You're the inspiration x
Hey Jenn! I'm a college girl from China,I started to watch your Videos 6 months ago, and it is really helpful to encourage me learning how to be a girl. I am always feeling happy every time I see you. I just want to tell you how great you are and thank you really!!
You are such an inspiration. It's refreshing to hear that i'm not the only one that thought my stress level would decrease after college!
Jenn, this is my first time leaving a comment on your video, I know, it's a shame, but I guess I just wanted to confess!
I'd love to let you know that I really loved this video and made me think a lot about my life. I'm 25 years old(in Korea, where I live, 26) and I just have graduated college since I took two years off.
Usually I'm a very confident person but I couldn't help but feeling weak and unimportant after finishing the last semester, I guess it was because I didn't know what I really want to do for a living. Actually, it's been hard because I do know what I love to do, which is drawing, however I can't do that to afford living. And I'd been still struggling with these thoughts until I saw this video.
I know, you might gonna say you're not a life tutor and not all the things you said on this video is the answer. But it kinda was. I really wanted to let you know.
I said doing small things everyday will lead you to learn to conquer(I'm not a native, so please understand my poor re-phrasing your words :-)). It helped me see things clearer. I should start to share my drawings with other people. Uploading it online or anything.
I would like to write down all the things that I'm thinking, these emotional changes, but too bad that my English isn't very good. But I'm sure you felt it all.
You have no idea what kind of changes you just made of me from this video!
I'll be really happy to know that you read my comment. I really will.
Love you, Jenn! I love your smile, passion, and words!
You really made my day.
Thank you, and I respect you as a passionate life-changing contents creator!
Lots of hugs to you, from Korea, late at night.
Feeling unsure if I have any interests at all to start a career after uni, plus I'm not a confident and vocal person... I wish someone will live my life for me.
I don't usually comment on UA-cam, but I'd really like to express this to you, as it's something I wish I'd been told after high school. Some people are lucky enough to know their passions, interests and direction in life early on with absolute clarity. For others, it's a lot harder and it takes a little or maybe a lot more time, and that's okay. We are constantly changing, which is a beautiful thing, because there's always a chance that you'll stumble upon something you really love. Don't let it get you down, because you're definitely not the only one!!!! :)
Sarah Kim I stumbled upon your reply while reading through the comments here. And I must say thank you for your words because it might be an encouraging and optimistic note that would change someone's life for the better =)
+Faith Tan That's so sweet of you! Thank you so much, that really means a lot to me :)
im so sorry ,i died when she said a piece of piss 😂😂😂
Becky Coleman same
Amazing video and so true to the core, I am a pharmacist and now I do UA-cam and blogging mostly about beauty so my career helped but so true that does not define who you are or what you end up doing. XoXo from Buenos Aires, Argentina ♥
Jenn, this video kinda express my thoughts on the lessons I learn after my uni too(i'm officially graduated for a year now). It's overwhelming when everything is longer labelled with a grade or constructive feedback. And we have to decide what is 'success' on ourselves. Crazy young adult life yes? Great to know someone like you went through what I'm going through! Thanks for sharing. :)
Haha your facial expressions, arm movement and the way u talk really reminds me of Julia from JK News xD
CpopNinja Her voice as well XD
Who else is approaching their Senior year of high school and is having a quarter life crisis :-D
ohhhhhh it will get better. or more intense when you go to uni
How u doin now?
Sasuke Uchiha approaching my senior year of college! the crisis never stopped but I’m vining more :)
Vibing*
What kind of camera did you use to shoot this video? I like the depth.
This is going to sound so weird but I was in such a bad mood today because I was feeling a little lost, you know that stage between college and the real world and this video just made my day and turn it upside down, made me think or certain things and reflect on life. Thank you soooo much.
This is why I love you, Jenn! You are not only proud of yourself but also know help others make proud of themselves:) I love your view towards "your world" and have learned a lot from videos which are countless since I've been such a huge fan of you.
Majored in urban hip hop? You gotta be kidding. Not literature, not art, not philosophy. But some pop culture.
She majored in Communications actually. Often times once you've finished taking the prereqs and upper divs for your major, you'll have room to take upper division electives which are still required, so why not pick a class that sounds interesting to you just for the heck of learning about it? :) Most of these electives are cross-listed too which counts for units for your major anyways. Undergrad years are a good opportunity to explore what classes they have to offer in supplement to what you're majoring in.
I didn't major in Hip Hop in Urban America. It was just one of the classes I took. I loved that I was able to take a course that fascinated me.
Patricia Orkona clothesencounters Whoa, hiphop is not just some pop culture. Don't judge hiphop based on what you see today in mainstream media. All they do is just take the name Hip Hop and brand it in their own way to make money. Hip Hop is a way of life, a culuture that was created based on peace, love, unity, and having fun. Streets of Bronx NYC back in the 70s was no place to live due to poverty, violance, drugs, and many other gang related activities. The purpose of this culture was to replace violance, and inspire kids to keep them off the drugs with the artistic elements of Hip Hop (4 main elements: bboying (dance), DJing (music), MCing (or Rapping in today's mainstream term), and graffiti (painting). The whole idea was to have people battle through dance and music instead of guns and knives, and inspire kids to learn the art instead of doing drugs. Just thought I would briefly share my two cents :)
+clothesencounters 👍🏽
I usually don't watch entire videos of people just speaking to the camera, but I'm just drawn to watching you speak. :) hehe thumbs up!
I don't know what to do with my life :(
Thanks for making this video, that was pretty much encouraging. I'm a quiet girl and I'm always struggling with it. What you have said just gives me another perspective to watch my life.
Thank you SO much for posting this. I'm graduating from college next spring and I'm so terrified, but this gives me hope and confidence to conquer! I've been watching your videos since last summer and I just recently subscribed, and it was a long overdue subscription. You take on the world with such ferocity and you inspire me so much!!! Thank you for existing, girl. You're doing amazing things.