i lost 9 pounds in 2 weeks and first week of college | Glow up Diaries Episode 8 

★ WATCH ALL OF THE GLOW UP DIARIES: bit.ly/37O0bX6 ABOUT: This is a 6 year docu-series of my coming of age story. I originally thought I would end this series after a few months but ugly truths unraveled as I went further into my glow up journey. I began recording the glow up diaries at 17 years old and finished when I turned 22 years old.

a tip from my doctor for anyone that’s hating their bodies: stay away from numbers, your goal should be to have a body you feel great in. don’t let the numbers control you like they did to me

Who also missed the glow up diaries? 🙏

“Eating one cookie won’t make you gain weight” :,

when you said "exercise is a celebration of what your body can do, not a punishment for what you ate" brought tears to my eyes. This recovery to a healthy lifestyle is definitely hard, but you really motivate me. I've gained a good healthy amount of weight!! Sometimes it's hard to see that it's a good thing with this disorder but it's all for my health. You're doing sooo great Alivia. Thank you for sharing your journey. Really inspiring

imagine someone finding the glow up series in the future ,, when they don’t have to wait for an ep lol

Once I saw the title, I clicked it so fast I nearly broke the screen

I got an ad that’s say STOP EXERCISING

but can we talk about the fact that you look so good with your bangs??!

This should be a Netflix show it helped me a lot and I think more people should see it❤️

"If you drink too much water in a short period of time, you could actually die." *B I G S I P P*

*Why does this sound like a Netflix reality series in a high school setting?*

"Eating 1 cookie wouldn't make you gain weight." 1 leads to 4, 4 leads to 10 for me

her: go grab a glass of water me: nah sis its 2am

I love how she films what she's doing wrong and she tells everyone why this is an unhealthy mindset and what it'll eventually lead too. I didn't realize how bad my unhealthy relationship with food and exercise is until now:( I'm definitely going to start a health journal and implement your tips ❤❤❤

Dude when she said I’m 128 pounds damm I feel fat

at 8 minutes when you talked about the "I can't" vs "I don't" makes so much sense. Like, that's litteraly how I'm still vegetarian and I haven't even realized it. You changed the game

I rlly did get a glass of water lol

When you talked about eating and you said “I only knew far right or far left” I felt that. I don’t know how to control what I eat. I always eat a looot and then I feel bad. But I don’t know when to stop so I then eat very little and it’s not a healthy amount. What IS the middle??

When she said:"previously on the glow up diaries" the tvd vibes hit me hard

I’ve never been tiny I just want to be TINY

her “unhealthy” weight is my goal weight...oof

THIS IS WHAT I NEEDED THANK GOD

You have so much self control I can’t even-

Looking at her weight right now. 1:40 . I’m an 11 year old turning 12 next month. I weigh 125 pounds, just 3 below her. To other people, they just feel bad and tell me it’s fine and that there are plenty of other girls who are a little overweight. But to me, that’s not even what I’m thinking about. Last month, my oldest brother asked the family if they wanted to workout in his room. He thought it was a good way to have family time and for us to have muscle. Before he that month, I had basically body shamed myself. I wasn’t happy with how I looked. Although I kept telling myself, “ You are just a child. There’s no reason for you to feel bad for yourself. There is no reason why you should be worrying about what others think of you.” But i still wanted to look skinny. Like all the other girls I’d see at school. I wanted to be skinny, pretty, and confident. I wanted to have someone who like me. Just atleast one person. But since my brother has encouraged me to workout and get muscle, I have been telling myself that you shouldn’t need to impress anyone. You don’t need to look good for any boys. You don’t need to feel sad for yourself because of your weight. Ever since last month, I have been confident. This is a small message for all you girls out there struggling to look like those beautiful models. You don’t need to impress anyone but yourself. Be proud of yourself! EDIT:Thank you to anyone who is reading this. I want people to just understand. But what I’m trying to say is to take it easy. Before you start working out and getting muscle, block out all the toxic people stopping you. Block out any negative thought about yourself. Ignore what people have said. Just think about you. Remember - you are doing this for you. To make you feel better emotionally and physically.

I'm from Germany and thought that it was 125 kilos not pounds 🤦🏼‍♀️😂

"episode 9 going up next Wednesday" I'm ready to wait three more months 😂 Ps I'm joking guys I loove her videos I'm just a little impatient Edit: GUYS WTF IT'S BEEN ONLY THREE HOURS AND I HAVE OVER 500 LIKES??? Edit: Omg 2k likes hOW

I went through something like this last year, I gained a lot of weight when I stopped caring for myself. I than lost it and went back to a healthy skinny body. I was so happy but then my depression returned and now here I am at the heaviest weight of my life, doing it all over again. It’s hard when you have to do it a second time. Your videos really motivate me!❤️

Alivia: “Can I please have a cookie?” RU-vid: Stops my video and put out an oreo’s and cadbury’s advertisement

When you said 'can I just have a cookie' I got an ad and the first thing they said was 'what you should never do when craving sugar is have sugar' wtf

Alivia: 33ounces Me, a European : uhh...?

7:23 I actually find the complete opposite works for me. When I have sugar I crave sugar, if I just stop eating sugar then I don't want sugar anymore. That might just be an everyone's different thing idk.

"Every time I come home I just wanna eat" lmao that's so me I fast all day and then when I come home all day of starving I fail

Girl, just a tip for you when you’re going to the gym: Do exercises with the correct form. It’s mostly to get the most out of your workout but also prevent injuries. I saw your push-up form and you have to engage your core and position your pelvis correctly. If that’s difficult, do push ups on your knees. I did burpees, planks and push ups with a wrongly positioned pelvis and hurt my left quad real bad. I’m currently going to a physiotherapist for having an incorrect form while exercising. Don’t be like me, check your form.

Oh my goodness, you‘re an angel. You have no idea how good it feels seeing a youtuber who is finally honest and who has the same problems. Someone who doesn’t make you feel like you‘re doing everything according to health wrong and who doesn’t give me the feeling that I‘m a complete looser. I think I‘ve got quite a wrong image of health throughout the last few years. I‘m honestly so happy that I‘m not alone, because I have quite the same problem. I really needed this video right now. I was loosing my track, but you got me back to reality. Thx for keeping me motivated! You‘re amazing.😘💗💗

12:26 "I only knew the far left or the far right, not the middle, what did the middle look like?" such a relatable moment right there! i struggle with black-and-white thinking all the time and i am still trying to find that right balance. Thank you so much for sharing your journey Alivia! You're so brave, so strong, and all the best to your health journey:)

9:49- imagine what that guy would’ve thought if he turned around

I never related to anything this much. That kind of scares me. I mean we all struggle with stuff but our paths are just so similar . It is so good to actually hear how you moved foward and keep on doing . I am not there yet .. still trying to find the balanced middle . You are such an inspiration 💕 you go girl

“What did the middle look like” I have never felt this so hard omg

I feel like her editing game has really stepped up! This was just so well crafted!!

who else actually got up from their comfortable bed to get water when she told us to? 😂

my anorexia needed that "one cookie a day won't make you gain weight". ily

128 poundd = 58 kilograms if someone is wondering 9p= 4kg

"Go get urself a cup of water then come back" Me: * stands up* *gets water* *goes back to bed and pause video*

“You have to fall in the love with the process” best advice I’ve heard ❤️ ty

Alivia: "If you drink too much water within a short period of time, you could die" Me: *o_O*

*Starts video* -is a person who just recently broke healthy lifestyle *Sees her get water* “I should really be drinking water but I can’t be bothered- STOP. Pause the video and go get a glass of water! I instantly went and got one. I’m considering myself back on track

5:11 “i’m not going for a glass of water it’s 5am and everyone it’s asleep”... “But i said a wanted a change so.. maybe i should” ... “but it’s dark and scary” thank u, now i have my glass of water with me and i’m proud i did it uwu

I really like that you always talk about the importance of a positive mindset, good video, these Glow Up Diaries Episodes are amazing 😊

"Create a lifestyle that you dont have to take a break from and enjoy it." Love this sooo much alivia. Thx for motivate usss! :')

"If you drink too much water in a short period of time, you could die." Me: *puts* *on* *sandals* *walks* *into* *dollar* *store* Me: Can you give me 6 jugs of water? Thank you, it's urgent.

Love this! I just started my weight loss journey and this is helping so much… I think most people don’t know how hard it is when you have been struggling with it most of your life. Thank you

When their start weight is your goal weight 😫

Wow, all of the hard work you put into these videos is so satisfying 😌

I watched all of your glow up video's as they were posted, and now I'm binge watching all of them at once. I've hit a low in my mental and physical health lately, and I am so thankful that someone like you posted these realistic videos - And trust me, you are literally changing lives - Keep going Alivia!

Wow, girl. You only say the truth. This is exactly what I was doing the first time I wanted to loose weight and, as you said, I was only making mistakes that took me to a even worse eating habit. I'm really expecting for more of this content. I send to you all my support in the jouney!!!

While I'm on a diet I don't weight myself just not to make me feel bad

"i only knew far right or far left , what did the middle look like" same😭😭 I needed this so much. I started going to the gym since this May and have been regularly doing it, skipping only sundays. I even did IF and slowly lost my weight (lost a total of 4kg) in 3-4 months. But i restricted myself so much that i started having all kinds of cravings. Even sugars which i have been successfully avoiding for a whole year. I gained back all my weight in 1 month plus 2 kgs more. I'm currently starting over!

you take forever to upload videos but it’s so worth it because you can tell how much effort you put into it. I love your channel and this series!!!

It’s really crazy wonderful seeing this video and realizing I’m not the only one going through what she’s going through. I’m just starting to notice the bad behaviors I’ve picked up were out of ignorance and insecurity. This just makes me even more motivated to change and become better at taking care of the body gifted to me.

The first episode of this series was in my recommend. Two weeks ago I decided to take a break from instagram, due to a toxic mental state of mind. I have severe anxiety and body problems. I view myself in a negative way and although this comment will be lost in a comment section, I will want to tell what I’m thinking just watching these videos. I’m a freshman. Even though I can’t do as much as you have right now I never knew where to start to become more positive. I still don’t. I do have goals, but I never know how to start or stay consistent with the process to get to them. Seeing you go through breakdowns, fighting mentally, and not knowing how to balance things out makes me realize I can also glow up. It does take motivation and willpower, It takes being strong with yourself and learning along the way. I want to learn how to grow and escape this game my mind has trapped me in. It’s currently 12 : 13 am and I have school later today. I will do my best in reaching my goals, learning from Alivia, and making sure that my being is as safe and healthy as I can make it feel. I’m inspired by you, you’ve come so far. I hope to find my own ways of motivation and self realization as you have. Thank you for documenting this process for others who are going through similar issues.

Its scary how much I can relate with you. Feels like we have the same thoughts, and even though I try to develop a healthy mindset about health and my body my toxic thoughts still there. Your videos help me way too much though. THANK U

You’re so real. That makes me wanna watch u all day

My friend reccomended me watching you and your glow up diaries and I am so impressed, seeing how this journey is turning out it only motivates me more to accomplish MY goals :D yesterday I started my own diary as well and I'm writing down all your tips, mistakes, lessons cause I have seen that I also had almost the same problems at first like you, so thank you for shoving it in my face and make me concious about my mistakes and how I should actually handle it. I think I will reach my goals fast thanks to you! Love you Alivia, you are such an inspiration!!

the amount of intelligence this series has/is has boggled my mind, whether it be weight loss problems or just a simple lack of being able to get into a routine, your videos help me on a daily to see the light and whats so hard to get when you're down in the dumps.. I really hope you continue to post and update on this series. I and a lot of other people appreciate the amount you've been willing to show of your journey and the pain and struggles you went through before you got to that perfect place. Will be waiting for it next Wednesday!!

It surprised me how relatable you are!! I'm also trying to lose weight currently (my 3rd week ) and everything in you said in this video, from "working out to burn calories" to "attempting intermittent fasting and later realise that's not for everyone" and to "believing evey word the media says", that's what I'm going through too. And knowing that you're with me through this journey and that I'm not alone, really makes me motivated ! Thank you, Alivia❤

am i the only one who thinks how lucky she is to have a roomate with the same goals than hers

"Eating one cookie wont make u fat " *Said i 10 min before eating the whole package*

I DONT have a eating disorder said every person with eating disorder habits ever

Yes yes morning routine please! and glad you're back! ♡

I love how raw alivia is with her videos!! It really empowers me to be real and gentle with myself just like how she is. Love you Alivia!!!

I have been on a weight loss journey for a few years now and I randomly found your diaries a few months ago. They may not have inspired me to lose weight, but they were the first example of a healthy weight loss that I encountered. This helped me out so much and I think back to things you said throughout the series. The tricks, facts and encouragement you have given to everyone have stuck to my mind for months now so thank youu so much for making this series. Congrats on your glow up and thank you for helping me with mine.

I can say that EXPERIENCE is your GREATEST TEACHER

*I'm so shook that you're back! I hope that you will upload on a regular basis since I'm just getting to know you more. :-) you're very relatable and I super duper appreciate that.*

Thank you for sharing this. I’m struggling and everything is so hard and I know it’s my mindset, but it’s so hard to even figure out the right way to do things. I’ve been making all the mistakes you already did and it means so much to me that you’re putting this out there, because it’s helping redirect your course. I stumbled on the end and I wanted to say you are awesome and you are awesome at every weight, but you have a lot to be proud of - you learned the healthy way to do things and you worked hard.

“What did the middle look like?” I feel this so hard! Alivia, you’ve inspired me so much. I started my glow-up journey back in February thanks to your videos, and we’re getting there! Thank you for what you do! :)

who else has been waiting for this episode? i love binge watching your vids alivia! u are so inspiring 💞

Her: "Your morning routine sets the tone for the rest of your day". Me: *Washing dishes at 2:30am which I was meant to wash yesterday morning*🙄 + With a lamp to reduce the light so no one wakes up💀

oh my gosh, i relate to not knowing a middle ground so much!! i cannot even express how much you inspire me, Alivia. you put everything that i feel perfectly into words and it makes me feel like i’m not alone anymore. please continue making these videos 💜💜 and i hope you continue to grow and be successful ~

These glowing up diaries have really been interesting and been helping me ♥️

Yay I’ve been waiting for this 💕💕

I'm 5 minutes into the video and I must say I love love love loveeee this series and I'm so glad there is an update. Please continue to upload and create content like this. I know it takes time off school work and going out etc. so, thank you for dedicating time to your videos and YT channel

this is so important. there is no grey area when it comes to eating disorder awareness, often times you only hear about the beginning, or the end, never the middle, the grit, the pain, the twisted sick mentality. i relate to this video... have struggled with anorexia, it ruined me, and am on the road to recovery. i think eating disorders need to be talked about more. true, honest, conversation about it. the reality, the anxiety, the insomnia. this video was needed.

This is exactly why I'm always going to be a supportive parent no matter how old....it's literally my job 💙🦋

I love this series! I don’t want to sound bad, but it makes me feel good seeing someone else fail, but get back on track. I’m getting from an eating disorder and your videos make me feel better about failing. Keep it up! You’re the best🖤 (also sorry for my grammar, english is not my major language)

I really just want to say thank you for this. As someone who had these unhealthy thoughts and suffered from and eating disorder this makes me think back on those days, and I’m glad you know that these things you are doing are unhealthy and how you are raising awareness to this. I’m still currently struggling a bit but watching your videos is really helpful. Love you ❤️

I’ve started keeping a daily check list of my workouts, if I ate healthy, took my vitamins, woke up on time and everything and it has really helped me stay motivated to reach my goals, all because of this series, you do more than you realize, thank you:)

Thank you for such amazing and genuine advise. I love how honest you are and how you're able to look back on your mistakes and learn from them. Definitely subscribing.

I love ur videos I'm 14 134 pounds and 5'3. Bullied and suffering anxiety since 10 (5 years in March). And your videos still motivate me.

Did I just read on the title “glow up diaries” oh my gosh! I’ve been waiting!!!!

I’m just finding this but oh my gosh you are so helpful. I used to struggle really bad with anorexia and haven’t been happy with my appearance for the longest time. I’m trying to just live a healthier lifestyle and you are so inspiring!!

Alivia! I love you so much!! It's all about weight loss and glow up stories but whatever you told is applicable to every aspects of life. I've been struggling with self-love and I feel you are the only person that I can run to.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR UPLOADING THIS VIDEO! I’ve missed your videos for so long. This made my day. You are such a beautiful person and I can’t wait to see where you go in life!

Literally never fails to inspire me and tell me to go and love myself RIGHT NOW , love you alivia ❤️

I can relate to this so much. When I used to go on a “diet” I would be really strict with my eating but then because I used to deprive myself of so many things I would end up going overboard and a cheat day would end up being a cheat week and I would end up doing more damage to my body compared to if I had just eaten what I wanted

omg this video made me cry so hard... i've been dealing with similar problems but this video gives me so much motivation, really missed your videos

This is the most honest weight loss journey I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much for being real, I’ve had a long and unhealthy journey with food even if I thought I was doing the right thing. Now I workout so I can become stronger in my dance class, and I eat smaller portions of food I love- and I’m so satisfied. But it’s taken me 17 years to figure that out😂

I binge often. I workout around 10 to 20 minutes everyday (6 times a week), I drink water and tea, I stop eating at 20:00. But here's the thing: I keep craving and binging so much..

I just want to say thank you for this series! I have always struggled with my weight and you have gaven me motivation!

I am so glad you're back 😭 and I love the little voiceovers PS LOVE THE BANGS!!