WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT THIS 

One reason why I stick around to watch you is the fact you don’t push products 24-7. Keep up your genuine persona online. It keeps the viewers around!

I am absolutely in the exact same place. I’ve noticed that I get anxiety about stuff. Just more stuff. Everywhere I look there’s just stuff sitting there and I want it gone. I’ve been simplifying my whole life. I went through my Instagram and unfollowed a bunch of places that I just end up shopping at or that aren’t adding value to my life, I unsubscribed to a bunch of newsletters that seem to tempt me to go shopping, etc. And also like you, I am evaluating relationships, and sort of how I operate in the world. I’m really focused on taking care of my brain. In the age of short form content we are losing the ability to focus and just be without distractions. I hate that feeling. My goal is to slow down, let my brain decompress, go outside, read, put energy into eating more and well, sleep, and nurturing the relationships closest to me. I loved this! I would honestly be a little heartbroken if I saw you doing more short form content, and steering away from your RU-vid videos. So many of my old favorites aren’t posting anymore, and I actually miss them as human beings. I would really miss you and these chatty videos!

You said so many things in this video that resonated with me deeply. We are SOOOooo on the same page! Being selfish with time (I didn’t know how to SAY that, but I’ve been doing it) decluttering, Simplifying all the things. Being happy and enjoying what I already own. You, Allana, are amazing and thank you for being YOU ❤

Allana, you'll always be relevant. Please know that the sincerity you convey is what brings us all to your channel. For those of us being "selfish" with our time, we CHOOSE you. ❤

Not having social media until I was in my 20’s was the best thing ever. One thing we need to remember no matter our age is to stay true to our interests and our likes. When you know what you love, I think you are less able to be swept away by all the opinions and influences online.

When you get an Allana notification you just have to drop everything the way I just did ❤. I remember turning 30 and can’t for the life of me and to this day explain it but I was severely depressed. Yes to long form contents. Don't have TikTok and have no plans on getting it. Not on IG as much as I use to and really don't miss it (my only goal for this year less SM more reading, 3 books already this month). Don't even like the #shorts here on YT, but overall YT is where its at for me and will stay that way.

I have to say the content I’m looking for is for the more … life experienced, working ,professional…makeup (did that even make sense 😂) I work in IT where style and appearance isn’t a priority but I still feel that it’s important to care for and present yourself in a clean and powerful way as a woman. Your videos of style and makeup really hit home for me and what fits in my phase of life. Wishing you all the hope and joy in your new phase! ❤

I don’t have tik tok my consumer consumption of makeup has been focused on things I really like

I'm just going to share my own personal experience since the start of the year. Toward the end of 2022, I was spending ALOT of time on social media and I was constantly angry, unhappy and just anxious. I couldn't figure out why - I had no reason to be. I decided to do a little experiment starting Jan 1 as part of my New Year's resolutions, and that was to severely limit my time on all social media. By limit, I mean not checking it more than one or two times per week, and when I did check it, to not spend more than 10 minutes. I am telling you, it has made all the difference. It's almost the end of January, and I feel worlds better. The anxiety is gone, I feel happy, and I've been super productive and done so many things this month that I had put off for a long time. I also feel very free - like I'm not constantly racing the clock to do what I need to do. Highly HIGHLY recommend just getting off socials as much as possible. You can thank me later!

Wow YES this is why I love RU-vid so much and love the long-form content and the way it sustainably influences my life and has grown me as a person. Allana, thank you for the ways you’ve taught and grown us through your channel. I’ve been here a long time (6+ years) and will continue to be here a long time. Love you girl

Love your take on deinfluencing not just talking about products you dislike but to be a more conscious consumer 😊

As my fiancé hears me listen to RU-vid videos, he ALWAYS tells me “that girl seems like the only ‘real’ influencer you watch” and I would wholeheartedly agree. I appreciate you and your approach to your personal growth and your professional growth. I’ve been a follower for a long long time and you’re one of the only people I’ve continued to follow because we are changing together. I love you and appreciate all that you do

I love everything about this convo. So refreshing and relatable. Can’t wait to watch this new phase of your life

Long live the long form content 🙌 honestly you could post 1+hour videos and I would still watch them all. I feel what you say about the abundance of content and influence, I'm not on TikTok and I already feel overwhelmed with Instagram lol 🙃 digital decluttering is important too, to get some brain space in our busy lives! I have a curated list of people I follow that only bring me joy and whose content work for me. You are by far n°1, I identify a lot to you because I'm also a millennial (93 baby!) with a bearded sweet man and a kitty cat 😂🐱 + very similar tastes as yours! Quality over quantity 💫 enjoy your time in Mexico and happy birthday to Dejan!

The timing of this video! I’ve been thinking about this for the past few days and you said exactly what I was thinking! All so true. Well said x

Yes, this! Each year as I get older I become more and more intentional about how I approach every facet of life. Appreciate you for keeping it real and for the long-form content!

Love this and completely agree! I’m 33 and feel 80 in my soul and have never done tiktok but waste enough time on IG reels, I miss the days of less. So glad you are and continue to do these videos and keep it real. You’re truly special! 💜

I deleted Tiktok in the fall because I was getting overwhelmed with the product pushing and mindless scrolling. After that I decided to deactivate my IG beginning of December to focus on the beauty that is the physical world. I still go on RU-vid and Pinterest for inspiration but getting rid of the others has been a breath of fresh air. I agree, turning 30 last year has changed my perspective on life, social media, drinking, mental/physical health, materials, and relationships. Please keep up this content!!

My fyp has become asmr baking videos, cute animals, gym girl workouts, and my favorite creators because I got so so tired of seeing a saturation of “you need this” “this changed my life” “go buy this random gazillion dollar thing that makes you a worthy human” (which is exactly how it feels). I got tired of hating everything I own because random people said it wasn’t good enough. De-influencing for the win! Love you always girl!💕

I love this. I have gravitated towards people like you in my feed because you're focusing on a simplified life, makeup included. I have noticed more youtubers turning towards blogs because they don't want to push every single product that comes their way just to make a video. I love it! I truly know what products everyone likes now and what ones are worth my money! Ps I hope long-form content never goes away. I know youtube is pushing it right now.. I'm not even on tiktok I could care less!

Also by the way, welcome (soon) to your 30s! Honestly, I'm only 33 but so far it's been so much better than my 20s. I just feel more confident, more comfortable with my insecurities, and just all around more grounded. Congrats to your friend for being pregnant! Our friend group is also just starting making babies! xoxo

All hail long form! So glad you’re gonna stick to RU-vid where we can really get a more authentic content that doesn’t feel choppy and pushy the way it does on tiktok or reels.

I truly just love your vlogs which include your lifestyle and GRWM. These can include new products. I honestly don't like the videos that are reviews which every platform is pushing products over products etc. I always appreciate your honestly. Congratulations to your friend's pregnancy. Would love to see more book content even just mentioning what you are reading.

I totally agree with everything you said. Long-form content and youtube in general have always felt like home to me. Here I can do in deep review if I want but also feel a better sense of connection!

1. As a woman in her late thirties, THANK YOU. 2. LONG-FORM CONTENT 4EVER ❤❤❤

Aaaaand this is why I'm still subscribed to you. I'd love to see some sort of project pan. I've been doing it myself and it's so much fun and satisfying to see products being used up unstead of having them go to waste. Already used up a powder, perfume and a foundation this year and hoping to reach 23 in total. X

I hate 'shorts'. So insubstantial. I want long form, a good rambly chat, 'all the things', and honesty! Thanks Allana!

i completely agree with what you said about short form content. I never downloaded tik tok because in general i dont really like short form content but now im glad that i never did! I will always prefer long form content! Its more pleasant, less rushed and honestly short form content gives me anxiety haha i watch a few reels on instagram but for me i never enjoy them as much. i feel like long form content gives me the opportunity to listen to what the person is saying regarding a product or topic and i actually get to hear their thoughts and then develop my own. Especially with beauty products, short form content just simply doesnt provide me what i am looking for. I want to see how it applies, wears, mixes with other products, last throughout the day, or even hear what the person who tried it out thinks after using it a few times. Its hard to get that with a 10 second video. I also feel like long term content doesn't feel as pushy. I am completely fine with youtubers doing ads or sponsorships because it helps support them and i value their content but with short term content it often feels like everything is an ad or spon even if its not! I really like how you do sponsorships. You make it very clear when something is sponsored/ "Ad" and you choose things that align with your channel. If it is something that I am on the market for or something that interests me great, i love to hear your thoughts or watch you demo the product, if not then thats fine too! I can just watch it knowing that this is something that you do to help support your channel and im okay with that. I never feel pressured to buy things i dont want or need! also watching you get so excited for your friend was so sweet! 💕

This is why I follow you! Been a follower for years and truly always appreciated your authentic self, opinions and changes you’ve made to better yourself and your content. Very refreshing and I love these little chats 🫶❤️

Omg the bun tutorial! I always have the “sticky outty nibble” and tried to fix it with Bobby pins but it never worked. I’ll try this trick!!!! Love your content as always. It’s very relatable and just calming 🥰

Literally yes to everything you said! 100% down for the shift in consumption. I think it will be good for all of us whether that be for mental health reasons, budget reasons, environmental reasons, etc. it’s honestly a relief to hear you speak about it and this is why I stay with you ❤ I am very selfish with my time and what I consume and you are someone I actively choose to spend my time on. Thank you for what you do ❤

I used to love the beauty industry and subscribed and supported so many beauty content creators on YT, then around 2019-2020 it started to feel like watching 20minutes of ads and made me "declutter" my subscription list lol. You are still among the ones that stayed coz your content doesn't feel like an ad or campaign. And I happy to hear that you seem to be on the same page. Also yes, the longer the content, the better.

This is the epitome of why I’ve been an active watcher for nearly 10 years. I feel so seen and resonate with a lot of what you’re saying. Thank you ❤

Yes to long form content! I feel like what's happening on TikTok is 😢 sad and people just LOVE to take a person down over there. I truly believe the creator HAD TO post the video that way. I think people have been waiting to pounce and it's horrible.

Honestly I think you’ve articulated how I’ve been feeling for the last 4 ish months. I feel like this cloud has been hanging over me and I just crave moving into a new stage of life, leaving this “social media life style” behind.

As someone who has watched your videos since your Calgary days, let me just say, we are here to enjoy you and your content that you so elegantly make. I’m still enjoying your long form content as well as your short form Tik toc funnies. There’s room for both. And I appreciate you taking time to reflect on what it is you’re creating and giving us…it’s received and it’s why you have such a following. Coming from an oily skin gal who’s got 9 years on you, 😂, I just enjoy the conversation of beauty, fitness, wellness….it’s all so wonderful and truly a great way to spend a coffee break.

So excited for this new phase, I'm sure 30s Allana will be wonderful ❤ And thanks for staying with us, the long format content lovers 😊

So happy to hear you're not stepping away from long form. Love, loooove it! Such a good convo

Literally one of my favorite RU-vidrs, have been watching Allana for years ❤️❤️❤️thank you for all your positive energy and love and time. Truly such a beautiful on the inside and out person ❤️

Keep being you. And stay on the path. It’s not easy and it’s not always fun, but clarity is an amazing gift. Thanks for sharing your authentic self.

I love how refreshing this was! I’m in a similar phase of life, a fellow 2023 bride, prioritizing health etc and I appreciate the candor 💛💛 any recs for youtubers like allanna with a similar mindset and vibe appreciated!! Came for the Jones road review / stayed for the vlogs 😊😊 I don’t know where to look!

I also love the long versions. Love to see your makeup tutorials, behind the scenes of your travels, home decors. Fashion hauls etc I hardly go into tik tok and when I do it’s too see fashion from Victoria, Suzie, Tamara, Josie, Amelia. Keep on doing what you do. Love your page.

This has to be one of my favourite videos of the year and genuinely is so refreshing to hear you share your heart and thoughts and I just have to say I AM HERE FOR IT! I totally resonate with being completely overwhelmed with product push overload and I love the slower (but still relevant and inspiring) side of the RU-vid life, particularly your content. Keep doing what you’re doing!! Love love love

I 100% agree with you! I‘m in the same place where I‘m just overwhelmed of all the content that‘s out there like „5 ways to improve your fitness“, „how to be more relaxed“, „my 5-9 before my 9-5“ blablabla… So here‘s the thing: I am working from 7-4 in an office job and sometimes I‘m feeling like I don‘t have my life together because of all the people on social media (especially TikTok & reels) who tell you how to improve your life, what you need etc. Everything is so fast, everyone is telling you what to do and how life should be like. But this is not real life and I think many people get like „depressed“ by all these super douper lifes on social media. So thank you for talking about that, for sharing your thoughts and for doing longtime content on RU-vid. It‘s crazy how young and successful all the „new influencers“ are nowadays. I‘m with you: we need to slow down, don‘t rush to TikTok and reels but rather relax and watch a like 20 min video on youtube. It‘s all too much …

my favorite thing about you is that you constantly use and love the same things. its SO refreshing because its so relatable!

Excited for your new era and to see you thrive bby 💕✨

HEARD THAT. I don’t have TikTok but I recently uninstalled Instagram and it’s the best thing I’ve done in a while! I constantly felt dissatisfied with my clothes, my home- always thinking I needed to buy something else, more. I realize now what a thief of time it was as well.

Long form content, long form you all the way! I'm not a TikTok fan, never have been. It stresses me out and makes me feel like my brain is dying. Love you ❤️

I can definitely appreciate this! I think there is just tooo much new new and fast fast we need to slow things down and enjoy time, less phone use.. last few years i have been doing this i decluttered became more minimalistic very refreshing!

Congrats on becoming an auntie! :):) feel you so much with this whole turning 30, life changes, new decade etc.

I DO feel that you have been more of a 'minimalist' than most creators- and I've been subscribing to you since your university days! I appreciate you being open and aware of the influence you bare, but you're great girl. Always entertaining, creative and honest.

Just be you like this! TT is so toxic. Keep doing RU-vid please! You are a breath of fresh air!

I still don't have TikTok because I know that I already struggle with dedicating too much of my time to social media. Adding another to the mix would just ruin any productivity I fight to keep!! YT will always be my #1 because It's never overwhelming to me. I have a few videos a week that are posted by the channels I subscribe to, and then that's it! Not as easy to mindlessly scroll, and oftentimes I find long form content is just more personal than bite sized! I turned 30 last year and know exactly how you are feeling - aging is a privilege and it's important to be selective with your time. Love this exciting new chapter of prioritizing what's most important to you!

I totally hear you about entering a new era. I actually got laid off from my tech job exactly a week ago, amidst IVF, and I feel like my whole world turned upside down. But with my support system, I feel like maybe it's just what I needed. And I can't be mad at the forced redirection of my energy. Anyways, this is all to say, seasons/chapters of life are beautiful in their own way and as other comments have mentioned here, your persona is amazing and true through and through. So much love to you!

I really appreciate this video and your thoughts on the current moment of intense consumerism. Personally, I’ve been sad about a lot of RU-vidrs shifting to shorts and tiktok because that content is just not for me. There is still a huge audience for thoughtful long form content who love hearing honest opinions instead of a constant stream of newness.

Honestly this video inspired me to resubscribe. I’m turning 30 soon too and over the past couple of years I’ve had a hard time relating to so many RU-vidrs. Their jet setting lifestyles and luxury purchases multiple times a month were giving me major jealousy and I needed some space. But your personality and comments about deinfluencing reminded why RU-vid is my only social media haha. Looking forward to seeing you in my sub box!

Thank you, Allana, for your heartfelt comments, and I couldn’t agree more! I’m thrilled that you are committed to the long-form RU-vid format, because that is by far my favorite and my go-to! I’m not a consumer of TikTok content-I find it way too overwhelming and neurotic, frankly. I watch more RU-vid than anything, and some Instagram, but not that much. I especially agree that we need to all be more mindful and thoughtful about what we consume, electronically and otherwise. Congrats on ten years, and I’m looking forward to what’s in store this year! I really appreciate what you bring to this community! ❤️

I found this an interesting discussion Lan. I don’t have TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook etc. For entertainment I prefer long form content on RU-vid. As far as skincare products, I really only use tried and true ones like Caudalie, Tatcha, Guerlain and Drunk Elephant. I have purchased any new makeup since CT cream lip and cheek glow. I need to use up what I have before even thinking about picking up anything new.

Oh my gosh, I love that you are saying this. I could not agree with you more. I have stopped watching some of the people I follow because they post constant short somewhat meaningless content or are only pushing products. I love the time and effort you put in to your content and I appreciate you so much !

I think this video put a name to what I have been feeling, while I love tik Tok I've noticed I'm feeling intensely wrapped up in consumerism, (ie. checking amazon storefronts) Its refreshing to see a content creator share some truth to it. Happy to continue to support in the RU-vid space :) .... from a nearing 30 Canadian girl lol

Thank you for explaining how I felt in a much better way than I did when I found out my first girlfriend was pregnant. Overwhelm of emotions, feeling like "breaking up" with your old-self and getting used to new realities, etc. Relatable! Important to recognize the joys of this new phase but that this might also come with some type of grief towards your old life. Totally normal.

I love this new direction for you! Entering a new decade/phase of life will certainly make you reevaluate things - and I can confirm that there’s so much freedom and happiness on the other side of that. Wishing you and Dejan so many blessings this upcoming year!

Thank you. Thank you...for finally bringing this up and addressing this topic. I, too, am tired of the rabbit hole and constant pressure .... 👏 hopefully, your pivot will steer others as well...

I can completely relate to you and your feelings on turning 30 and entering a new decade of life. I turned 30 in September 2022 and it’s the first time in my life where I have actually felt like I was getting older. It’s messed with my head a little bit… I have been back and forth between adopting a “30, flirty, and thriving” attitude and also freaking out about getting older and being obsessed with what I have actually accomplished or not accomplished in my life. I have been married and a mom for 10 years. My youngest is going to start school this fall, so for the first time in my adult life, this year I am trying to get a job and start my career. It’s daunting, it’s scary and I am constantly battling my own self doubt and insecurities about not ever having worked before and what I have to offer the world of employment; but I am trying to also remain hopeful and optimistic about my future and the possibilities available to me. I really admire you and I am so excited to see what you will do in the future and where your career will take you! So, here’s to a new season of life and being 30 🥂

I’m so excited for you as you enter the 30’s decade!! I am 32 and loving it! I am on my own journey of simplifying my life and it’s been great so far. We are here for you!! We love your channel and that’s why we will continue to be here❤ RU-vid forever 🥰

Don’t apologize for your program! We are here along for the ride, proud of you. Amazing!! Keep sharing.

I only follow a few people on RU-vid (within the beauty/lifestyle space) I this past couple of years I have struggled with the content. Your message today was so refreshing. I don’t begrudge anyone’s decision to consume anything-products, beliefs, food, etc. But I struggle when the information shared is done in a conflicting manner. Many talk about sustainability but will shop online with such gluttony that it is almost disturbing. The rationalization is that it’s “their” job. But everyone is challenged to adapt and change to be more in line with our convictions. I don’t have the answers. And I am not perfect. But consuming less and learning what works for you-regardless of other’s opinion-is always the path of truth. I support you, this new direction, and your RU-vid platform. And I say thank you.

I LOVED your chat about the 30s life changes - especially the sort of grief that goes along with the first friend in the close friend group having their first child. I also fully sobbed when my best friend told me she was pregnant (first one in my close friends) and I felt those same complicated feelings you were referring to: happy, excited, planning/reflecting on changes, but also a bit of sadness/nostalgia about the past versions of ourselves. I even had that same set of feelings when one of my other favorite RU-vidrs (you're obviously one of my faves!) announced she was pregnant, and it was really close to the time my friend announced, so it was a double-whammy for me lol... Anyway, I wanted to say THANK YOU for speaking so candidly about this topic -- and also about the consumerism/short-form topic! (I never got a TT account and so glad I didn't). I really appreciate your honesty and emotional intelligence

You couldn’t have said it better! I don’t have Tiktok and it’s already overwhelming to have everything else. I had the same natural feeling to slow down with content consumption, this is why I’ve been going to back to watching the best of RU-vid, and you’re one of them! Thank you for saying it and paving the way!

Everything you mentioned in this video, on the deinfluencing, over consumerism, over stimulation of content etc was so spot on. It was wonderful to hear your thoughts as well on your girlfriends pregnancy and being conscious of how things will change in her life and how it’s best to support her as a friend. I’m 28 (29 this year) and 17 weeks pregnant with my first baby. It has been an overwhelming, wonderful but also daunting time since we found out. And while it’s something we’ve always wanted, the impact it has on your life is so substantial - physically, mentally and emotionally in every aspect. Love from Aus x

Love all your views regarding current social medial “trends”. I love the beauty community but have expanded my viewing to other areas like “yard mowing” to get away from news, current events etc. Keep it up Alana! You are amazing.

I 1000% resonate with you! There's such a negative connotation with the word "selfish", I like to call it being "selective" (with my time, my lifestyle, the people I surround myself with etc;) and we shouldn't feel guilty for it ☺️😎. If we don't prioritise ourselves, who will!? 💕

Speaking as a regular civilian beauty consumer, I have always really really appreciated "shopping my stash" videos, especially now as I myself have been making a more conscious effort to use the products I already own and not constantly buy more. I know there's the occasional risk of products/brands that no longer exist popping up, but I personally don't mind that, if anything it's a fun bit of nostalgia when that happens. Enjoyable to watch and it encourages me to do the same with my own beauty collection.

I'm turning 30 this year and you said everything I've been thinking and feeling. I'm tired of all the stuff. My 20s have been filled with being overindulgent of things that only serve me for a very short period of time. Making the changes intentionally, slowly but surely!

Thank you!!! I recently got TikTok and I’ve totally been feeling overwhelmed. I love your real life approach, I’ve been watching you on you tube for years and I can’t wait to watch the changes coming!! ❤❤❤ Thank you for this reminder

I have loved watching and growing with you over the years. It’s so nice to have someone aligned with your own stages of life, as well as with views on the current world. Thanks for being you

This video has truly spoken to my heart! I am one month into a makeup no buy and I am gaining a better understanding of my consumption of beauty content. I still watch videos but I focus on the enjoyment of the creators rather than feeling the need to buy everything. Looking forward to all of the changes (I'm in my 30s so totally get it!).

Keep doing exactly what you’re doing. Your channel is wonderful and offers much more than most. You’re a breath of fresh air. Love you! ❤

I love this video. I'm always SO overwhelmed with so many new products and so much stuff! I completely agree with the longer content like RU-vid as opposed to TikTok. I never realized, but you're right about a lot of TikTok telling you, "You've been doing this wrong," or, "Do this instead." I've always loved your videos and content and love that you keep it real and don't push brands and products ALL the time😘❤️

“Product overwhelm, content overwhelm”. I thought I was the only one. Wasn’t familiar with the #deinfluencing thing, but boy is it refreshing! We don’t need every product out there, we just don’t. That said, love you Allana! Longtime fan and it’s always such a pleasure to watch your videos. Always chill, honest vibe. Love.

I’ve been watching you and your channel for yearssss. And I’ve stuck around because of your real life approach to beauty, fashion and life. There’s room for everyone and we love you ❤

Good morning from Scotland, Allana. Just paused the video to say that tic toc exhsusted my mind after just 2 day trial and so I got off it. I very much appreciate you meet us here on RU-vid. I love your vlogs, beauty content, life chats and else.

I follow you because you rarely push products down our throats. Your the real deal. So personable and honest. Never change. ❤

I’d love to see a simplified skin care and makeup video! I’ve been feeling so overwhelmed with what to buy ❤

Always love watching how real you are on this platform!!!

Love this video and love your honesty. This is what has kept me a huge fan for many many years. I trust your opinion on things and loved seeing your comment about that greens powder in your last video. So happy you haven't changed and please never leave RU-vid. So many of the other channels I've followed stopped posting. I still patiently wait for your videos each week. Thank you for all you do. ❤❤

You can tell you are a great friend.The way you lit up talking about your friends pregnancy journey just warmed my heart.❤ Love your videos!

Being in my 30s is so dang nice. I no longer have time or energy for people, situations and scenarios that drain me of joy and peace. Truly the best decade so far! All I want is a slow, simple life filled with things and people who make me happy and excited.

Hallelujah! Social media is doing my head in. I don’t have a TikTok account as it doesn’t offer me anything new that I need in my life. Long-form content is my jam. I follow people on YT and IG who are genuine, fun, intelligent and inspiring. Which is what brings me (and keeps me!) to your channel! Your content is informed and lighthearted, and your vlog quality is smashin. ⚡️I have never once felt fatigued by any of your content. And I’m looking forward to what lies ahead ♥️🎉💪🧠💄🎈💬☀️

I am on board with whatever content you provide. I adore you and feel like I am spending some time with a friend. I hate short form content, half the time I can't even tell what products they are using because it is so fast. You do you and I think I speak for people who follow you that we trust you and enjoy your long form content. The longer the better!!

I really appreciated this video. I am 35 and i have a 2 and a 3 year old and let me tel you-life is so different now. I am so different now. I am really not interested in spending my little spare time or money on makeup and beauty. I own what I like, dabble a little, and that’s that. It does not take up so much of my time anymore. I mainly listen to YT on an earbud while I do other chores so I only watch people for personality and not so much for the beauty content. I love listening to you and your perspective with some makeup thrown in. Have fun in your 30’s! They are the best.

I’m 40 but have literally been enjoying beauty RU-vid since 2007(ish) Kandee Johnson days. She was just doing cool looks. I miss the makeup artistry of RU-vid and the sit on the floor chatting/bad lighting days of videos. But I get it… the professional lighting/ filler/Botox /buy this/buy that pays the bills. It’s your job. Somehow it all feels like a Pantene commercial now.🤷🏻‍♀️ Although I’m not a tic tok consumer I understand the raw, fun, spontaneity that’s driving a younger audience there. I appreciate you talking about it. And can sympathize with you that your annual desire to go back to basics is probably a gut feeling that so much of it is BS… but that’s the biz. You and Dan are really cool peeps. And I am interested in how the new stage of life changes your content. I wish you much success 🇨🇦

You know, I used to watch your videos like clockwork and then just as of the beginning of 2022, for some reason I stopped watching. Something to do with where I was at in life and your content wasn’t feeling relatable or beneficial to me anymore/at the time. Anyway, I still have notifs turned on for your videos and I usually ignore them but for some reason I like instinctively? clicked on this one, and I’m glad I did. Sam went on a lil tangent like this about short form content somewhat recently too and it’s so true - consumerism is at an all time high and it’s so unbelievably overwhelming (especially for us poor folk). I’ve noticed I’ve kinda drifted away from TikTok because of it. It’s exhausting to constantly be told “you need this” “you need that” when what you really need isn’t even something physical. Anyway, all this to say, thanks for keeping it real all these years and whether I find my way back to your channel regularly or not, I think you and everyone else would really benefit from dialling it back and making content about slowing down, using what you have, repurposing, etc. Sending love to you, Dejan, and Meowryl. ❤️

I feel like I’m the same place as you. Focused on health/longevity/movement, massively decluttering, super selfish with my time. Feeling the overwhelming everything in the internet. Wanting to be connected to friends but not wanting to doom scroll. A little apprehensive of what I share on social media. Is it normal? Am I not active enough? What’s the etiquette? It’s just so all over the place. Thanks for speaking on this. You’re not alone and it’s nice to know I’m not either.

Thank you for this honest content. I prefer you tube videos to IG reels (I don’t do tik tok). Your you tube content is a favourite as it isn’t a constant promotion of products. Other creators are just advertisers and I am so over it. You provide an excellent balance and I value that. Thanks so much!

This was great! For something that I would really love to see is a "what I packed and what I actually used and wore" video for travel. I find simplifying what I pack for trips is...impossible and and I would be super interested to see what more experienced travels like you guys find really useful on trips.

All hail the long content, YT is the best ♥️💋. This was amazing and so needed to hear it. Lov u. I follow u on 3 platforms but nothing is better than this channel.

I am really glad you posted this! I recently stopped using all social media except watching RU-vid videos and my anxiety has been so much better! Love your content! Keep it up! 👍🏻

Long form content is Queen. So much better than quick clicks.

Allana, one of the things that initially drew me to you was your transparency for ads/sponsorships and also the fact that you tend to work with brands that you have truly tested and loved. I also love that your videos are not completely full of products and that we see your real life and what products you ACTUALLY use. You do influencing right in my opinion :) Keep doing you and we will for sure keep watching! :)