Courtney, it's not just you. The AI influence on search results, Google changes in content delivery, and the shear amount of content delivered via all these platforms...it's too much to keep up with. I hear you, I see you, and I'm with you. I had to take medical leave and I have been thinking a lot about what's going to happen when I get back. Here's what I know, the people who love you for who you are will go along with you, we have all gotten to know you through the years and enjoy your enthusiasm, your spark and your joy. If that is zapped, none of us want that for you. Keep doing your little thing in your little corner of the internet... Shine On!!!
Totally agree with you! They have made it quite tough! I really appreciate this and pray for you on your medical leave and getting back. It's not easy when you have an illness or injury.
@@SwavyCurlyCourtney I’m at a don’t-care-what-they-do-next phase. I’m just going to keep going the way I can and want to. If you need to chat about any of it, I’m always here, I know how hard it is to explain this all to people who don’t create content. ❤️❤️
Don't feel discouraged. I'm new and just found you a couple of weeks ago. You're the only person I've found with similar hair to mine. I think these stupid algorithms flop back and forth, but know you are still being found and seen! Thank you so much for your help and information. I'm all for you doing more and doing you, but please don't be discouraged. 😊❤
The problem is that any time someone comes up with a good idea for a video (makeup, curly hair, politics, etc) within a few years a bunch of people have jumped on the band wagon and the space becomes super saturated. Then people get over whelmed with all of it and move on to other topics. Also, once people learn how to do their own makeup or hair they won't have a need to watch those types of videos anymore. I can't imagine how crazy it is to try to keep up with everything on the internet. I love your content and have learned a ton about my own wavy curly hair from you. Now my hair looks amazing every day and I appreciate that so much. I'm excited for you to switch up your content though and I think it's a good thing for you to do. Can't wait to see what you come up with from here on out.
I feel this too. I got burned out on curly hair content and didn’t need it anymore. I’m also styling my curly hair differently now (old fashioned curlers! I love my curls now!) and much of the content out there doesn’t apply to me anymore. But I still followed Courtney because she’s so lovely and joyful. 🥰 I watch her videos just because I like her and enjoy whatever she comes up with. I’d watch cooking with Courtney, or crafts, or even her RA journey (I have it too.). I’m excited for whatever she creates next.
Wish you all the best Courtney! 💫✨💫✨💫 You are a beautiful soul, courageous, humble and sincere in the way you offer your knowledge and experience. Thank you for offering us amazing videos on curly wavy hair. You have embodied.. " Work performed in spirit of service is worship" - Baha'i Faith Thank you for your kind heart!! God bless!! 🙏🌸🙏🌸
I hear ya!! Your videos used to automatically come up all the time. Now, I have to seek yours out. Thanks for teaching us how to bring so much pride and joy to our lives with our gorgeous, wavy, curls. Your upbeat personality has been such a high during Covid. It gave us something positive to focus on during such a difficult time. Thank you and I look forward to seeing your new focus when you are ready.
I am all for the shift. That was my initial thought for you when you began the video. Vlogs and come-along-with-me videos are popular right now. People are craving authenticity in their influencers and you ARE! I look forward to accompanying you on this journey. Prayers!!!❤️ Also, you aren't weird! You recognized something that wasn't working for you and that's awesome.
I owe you a lot! You have been a true inspiration for me and I’m so grateful! I came across some of your videos in 2020 and was inspired in August of that year to experiment and learn about my hair texture. Your encouragement and sheer information about hair and hair products has been so helpful and I watched your content faithfully. But in the last couple of years I have been distracted by life and have branched out on my own journey so have dropped off. I support your change of focus and wish you the best!
Not to sound dramatic but...your channel has been pretty life changing for me! Long story, but I've been on quite a journey the last 10 years after spending the majority of my life feeling very restricted and boxed in...and my hair played a big part in that. It was nothing but a source of stress and I had no idea how to manage it. I found your channel somehow during COVID and it was so freeing discovering the natural texture of my hair for the first time...like you always say, finally loving the hair I was fearfully and wonderfully made with! But I came for the curly hair tutorials and ultimately stayed for you! There is no shortage of curly hair content creators, but you are the only one where I watch every video. You really do brighten up this corner of the Internet! All that to say...I am here for this! ❤️
I would love to see new content, your one of my fave youtubers! I totally understand the mom burnout. But let me just say THANKS! I've been wearing my hair wavy since 2020 largely because of you. Back then, you were like the only wavy that had my hair type and I am so thankful for all your help. ❤
Three years ago I decided to see what my hair could be. For forty years I kept it really short so as not to have to mess with it. I found your videos and, wow, finally I felt maybe I could let it grow. I watched with wonder and awe. My hair got long enough to put it in a ponytail so I started trying your tips. Then, I broke my shoulder and elbow and off came the hair again. After a year of rehab and recovery I began anew. All the while I was watching your channel and dreaming. These last two years I learned so much by following you and my hair is now gorgeous. Well not every day but most days. Thank you for your dedication and commitment. This is one 71-year-old who appreciates you.
My hair would not be the same without you! You really have been an extremely unique space on the internet, it always felt like every other RU-vidr I watched had some other type of hair that made their content not helpful to me whether it was coarse or dry or damaged. You were the only one whose tips and tricks actually worked for me. Before I found you, I was trying to imitate those other ladies and would fail, using way too much product or the wrong types of products. Long comment to just share my appreciation. That being said, I think back to other videos I’ve enjoyed, for example, I remember the one you shared about eating protein during your pregnancy. Loved it! Hope you can get out of the burn out and enjoy the process more, again. We all wish you the best and will always be grateful for your content.
You have made a real difference for me too. I 60 years old and only in the last year or so learning to understand and appreciate my wavy hair. Your videos and content have been a big part of that. Wishing you peace and clarity and you open the next chapters of your life's book. Thank you for everything! Best wishes to you always!
I didn't even know there was such a thing as wavy/curly hair. I had always purchased products for curly hair, which sometimes worked, but most of the time didn't. Since discovering your content, I've learned so much and now LOVE my hair. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I find you to be engaging, funny & informative. I know you'll do great on this next phase of your journey.
You are the only curly hair person on you tube that i could related to. And we could not be more differentin who we are and how we live our lives. However you do live with RA and I live with AS in the realm of rheumatology chronic ilnesess. And thanks to you i was able to start experimenting with my hair in a way which was least taxing on my body. After pondering for a year i treated myself to a dyson also as everything else I picked up from you worked so well... and my joints were streaming at me to stop hair drying for sooo loong. As one chronic ilness person to another - treat yourself with kindness. Give yourself time to breathe, our passions can take a toll and pivoting from them into something else can be incredibly healing for body and mind. I admire you for off the screen life - being a mum is hard work and doing that with chronic ilness is an incredible feat. I may not be able to relate to as much of your new content as I used to but I ll happily drop in to see how you are and enjoy your videos regardless.
Courtney, I will watch whatever content you put out. I love your personality. I love your wit. I am anxiously awaiting what you will come up with. You have helped me with my waves and curls. I have the healthiest hair I have ever had! Burnout is a bad place. I have been there before. Please do what you need to do . I fully support you in your new venture. Please throw a hair video in here and there. Bless you as you go through this transition.
Courtney you need a break from it ALL. Take care of yourself and your family. When the day come and that your burnt-out is out of your life, remember who is important, YOU ARE. Give yourself time to cry let it all out. Give yourself lots of hugggsssss you deserve it you are bless with life support and love so enjoy your life and be happy. Au revoir hugs and kisses from frenchie 😊
Courtney, I will pray that guy will reveal his plan for your life for you at this time. He knows what you will be doing and the people that you will have an impact upon and the lessons that you will teach others and I pray that people will be drawn to you by your winning smile, your beauty….
So sorry to hear of the struggle you have been experiencing. You do what is best for you, your health and your sanity. We’ll be here and ready for whatever your content will be. Take care of yourself.❤
Courtney, you/your videos have made a huge impact on my hair and my self confidence. Your videos are the most seen I have felt for my hair type ANYWHERE. I learned about your channel from a Reddit comment a few months ago, and in only a few months I’ve seen such a change and improvement in my waves/curls. I’d had a lot of success with my wavy/curly hair a while back, but’ve been struggling a lot the last couple years (hair loss, stress, loss of volume and definition). I felt so defeated and bad about my appearance. I’ve been so happy to have curls and waves again! I totally understand burnout, and I hope you are able to find happiness with whatever content you choose to make!
Courtney, I am a 62 year old grandma who still loves fashion & beauty. You have helped me finally love my wavy/curly hair! I love your videos but I had no idea of your struggles. I see you are a good Christian woman, wife and mother and I strongly feel sharing more of your life and values is the right way forward for you. Girls need positive role models and young moms need support in their decision stay home and care for their families. I am excited to follow you. God Bless❤️ Carrie Conway
Such a lovely comment, Carrie, and beautiful perspective. Courtney can thrive as a role model for any one struggling, be it young mons, working women, and those struggling with daily medical challenges. ❤
Thank you for your hard work all these years. I think your channel was the first one I found and watched in 2020 when I stopped straightening my hair. Your encouragement and inspiration during the last four years has gotten me to a place where I love my curls at 58years old. Now I look forward to seeing where you go next with your content.
Courtney, Thank you for your wavy, curly, content. There is no way I would be embracing my my more waves than curls if I had not found you on RU-vid! Your content filled such a niche. You are so real, helpful, and positive. It does sound like it's time for a shift. This is probably more typical than you might know in the world of content creation. Have seen it on others' RU-vid channels Looking forward to where your future content goes. Go and grow. ♥🙏 😄
I started my curly/wavy hair journey in September of last year and found your channel in March of this year you've taught me so many things about loving, and caring for my natural hair! I love that you will be branching out to different topics, and I know that I will support you through all of it.
I just found you a week ago! I am sick of hating my hair. I never realized how I been working against what God gave me. Today I see this! I am a born again Christian and I believe your channel was a divine appointment. God bless and thank you so much.
I have gone natural with my curly hair about 44 years ago when I was 16. But I was not in love with my hair until I found your channel over a year ago and found ways to make my hair healthier. I thank you for doing all this for so long! I understand burn out and needing things to change and you are doing what is right for you and your family. I pray God's blessing on your life!
Aw Courtney you've helped me so much with my hair. I'm almost into the 4th month of my Wavy Journey and I spent the first 2 months watching almost ALL of your videos (along with Manes by Mell, Gena Marie and Sophie Marie Curly)! I still feel like I have a lot to learn on my hair journey but you've been a wonderful teacher. I absolutely love your goofy sense of humor and energy. Cheers to growth, I'll be here learning and growing with you!
Courtney you are awesome and more than just wavy hair! Whatever you want to do, I think you should do it!! I for one enjoyed the snips of you that you’ve shared that’s not just hair- the travel, the tshirts, your faith, your struggle with RA, the horses, etc. Those are all things that make Courtney be Courtney. Content creators are people too and it is a ton of work to create, film, upload, keep up with comments, etc. If you need a break sweet lady, take one. If you want to talk about stuff other than hair, I bet folks will watch. I find value in more than just hair care products and I know others do too. Thank you for wanting to share more with us!! Much love from a fellow Texan! ❤
You've helped me so much with my hair! I thought all my life that I had unruly straight hair with weird cowlicks, but with your help on styling techniques, how to choose the right products and problem solving tips, I actually like my wavy hair now! Your bubbly personality has made your videos something to look forward to. Choose things that you're passionate about or you find interesting. I can't wait to go on new adventures with you! We'll be waiting!
I can admit that most of your videos aren't relevant for me and my very curly hair. But you are so engaging and authentic that I watch every video that you post and share the info with my wavy haired sisters. My favorite you tubers have all struggled with the ever evolving internet. Their channels started as primarily beauty focused. They now are life focused. Their videos will be on whatever is going on in their life or whatever has their interest. That will range from beauty, hair, cooking, travel, work life balance, dating, books and their walk with Christ. Changing up your content might cost you some viewers in the beginning but you'll likely gain viewers down the road. Jessica Braun made the change as well as Taylor Wynn
Oh Courtney! You have done soooo much for us & we appreciate & love you! We totally understand. You need to take care of you. You're the reason why I started to love & care for my natural hair 3 1/2 years ago. I guess everything does have a season (Ecclesiastes 3:1), so we can't wait to see what's next.
From the Hard Rock gel to squish to condish , diffusing and scrunching. You have taught me exactly how to have the best hair for me and to understand it. Thank you ❤
I so appreciate all of your videos. I started my curly hair journey 3 years ago and I found you right from the start. Your hair type is very similar to mine so I have always found it very helpful to see what products and techniques work for you. I appreciate all the time and effort you put into every video. I hope you find your passion again!
Thanks so much for your honesty on this. I watched so many youtube videos trying to learn how to style my hair, and it never clicked until I found your page. I will be forever thankful for your wonderful teaching skills and fun personality. You have made such a positive impact and we understand you needing to change things up!
Well said! Although I have not quite made it over the “enjoy my wavy curly hair bridge”, I feel ya about the chronic disease and content creating (hubby and I have a small channel as well). I will continue to follow you and rewatch the hair tutorials, maybe I will get to the love it stage….still working on the maybe I like it step. God bless you as you start the new path. Please let us know where to find you when it is public. Praying for your new adventure.
Hi Courtney 😊 just discovered you nearly a month ago after your video on how to know if you secretly have curly hair. I'm so thankful for you and your content. I always had thought maybe....and WOW. I'm on this wild ride of a journey and have been watching a lot of your content. I'm seeing progress as of yesterday and I'm over the moon! I'm sticking with this journey because it's worth it. I'm also sticking with you! You're a joy to watch and I love your energy. Can't wait to see how your channel grows and evolves. I know I'm not the only one sticking around ❤
I just discovered your channel within the last 2 months! I started my curl journey within that time frame and you have been an extreme help. Thank you! I also want to say that I reaaaaally love vlogs and other content as well so I am definitely here to stay and support! You do you and what makes you happy and helps you transform. You got this. 💗
My hair is _similar_ to yours and I have always really appreciated all the info, love and research you put into making wavy, curly videos - so *thank you!* That said, we *all* change and grow and I'm excited to see whatever you choose to share! ❤ Kudos to you for making a change! 👏🏻
Oh bless you Courtney. You do what is best for you and your family. I and everyone else will always be here for you. I am a 58 year old lady with wavy curly hair from the United Kingdom and I have learnt so much from you. Thank you so much. You are such a pretty lady and have a really lovely personality. Looking forward to the content you put out in the future. Just do it when you feel ready. Blessings to you and your family. X
Thanks for sharing what’s been on your heart, and good luck with whatever you decide to do next! I discovered your channel during the lonely days of the pandemic, and trying to figure out my hair was the one fun thing I could do at the time. I’m in total burnout territory right now too, so it’s helpful hearing how you are addressing yours.
I just learned about your channel within the last two weeks. Thank you for leaving your videos up; I am learning so much, and I still have many questions. I’ve hated my hair for decades because of “the frizz” that made my hair unmanageable. I’ve spent thousands trying products. I learned about Curl Smith lightweight hydro jelly from you. I tried it yesterday, and I finally liked my hair! Now I’m needing to learn how to refresh my wavy hair. I’m looking forward to watching more of your encouraging videos. I will be looking forward to your shift in content. I do hope that you will continue to test products and give your opinions. Thank you for your authenticity. ❤
I appreciate your hear to heart talk. I hope things improve in your life and overall shift. Before learning about your channel I got so frustrated with my hair. I would forcibly straighten my hair thinking it was misbehaving when really I was doing it all wrong. Every recommendation and tips were the light bulb shinning through on helping me to understand what works and why. Bless you and your commitment to those lives you have touched by understanding their hair.
I completely understand your thoughts. What I would love to see is how RA influences how you style your hair. I have Lupus and really really struggle with using my hands to hold brushes and other styling tools. So when I hear you talk about your RA I feel less alone and encouraged to keep finding easy ways to style my hair without causing excess pain. I truly know that some days are good and others are h*##. You are awesome, listen to your body, burnout is truly a wake up call for those of us with autoimmune disorders. Thank you for being there for us.
I totally understand the burnout. I've been through it as an artist. When it becomes a job, it's no longer fun. I figured my way out of the burnout and it is possible, and I think you'll figure it out too. Thanks to you, a shower filter and the Bounce Curl brush, at age 48 I'm finally happy with my hair. I thought I had just slight waves but it turns out I have some luscious curls too, and they're becoming shiny and frizz free. Thank you Courtney and enjoy your new shift!
I started trying to figure out my hair in 2017, and you were one of the first "influencers" I started watching, and boy - did I learn SO much from you! Our hair is similar, and almost every product you gave a "thumbs up" to was one I knew I had to try. And to this day, in 2024, you are one of just a few "curly/waver" influencers I still watch and listen to. Thank you for all you have taught me. I look forward to seeing where this new journey takes you and I will be along for the ride!
Thank you for sharing your heart with us. I've learned so much about how to take care of my hair and have shared your posts with others who wanted to learn. We look forward to your new adventures!
Your channel helped me learn how to style my wavy hair. Thank you!! Take care of yourself and your family and do whatever you need to do to stay happy. Many thanks!!
Your content has been invaluable to me. My hair went from a horror show to something wonderful. Thank you!! I understand your frustration. I’m excited to see what comes next!!
I'm excited for the change! I watched so many of your videos when I tried going curly and loved them. I always enjoyed your humor and authenticity. I've stopped watching most of your videos because I gave up trying to deal with my curly hair and got the flat iron back out. ;) But I look forward to seeing more of your content now!
Really enjoyed your hair content. It has helped me with my journey. So sorry for the struggles. I'll be here for what ever content that you decide. Blessings to you!
Your wavy/curly videos have been so helpful, I don’t think I would have attempted this journey had I not found you on RU-vid. I am 7 months in and still learning. I will be here!
Love you!!!! Lifting you up!! 🙏🏻 Feel you! The algorithm & reach game IS exhausting, especially when you just want to inspire and help. Thank you for helping me embrace the hair I was fearfully and wonderfully made with!! YOU are the ONE who inspired me to keep trying until I figured it out.
I found your channel about two weeks ago and I came for the hair content but I’m staying because I relate to you so much!! You’ve helped me with my hair faster in two weeks compared to random videos all over the internet. I’ve had rheumatoid arthritis since I was 5 and i genuinely understand the physical and mental struggles of this illness. Thank you so much for being yourself authentically, your fans aren’t going anywhere girl!!
Courtney, Thank you for being you! When I began my personal curly journey your RU-vid site was the very first one I began following. You have taught me so much. I will continue supporting you in any way I can. ❤ again thank you.
Thank you Courtney, you are truly a blessing. I found your channel about a year and a half ago, I’d just gone through a break up and was struggling with hair pulling. Learning how to care for myself through my hair was quite transformational to my self worth (it’s about so much more than just hair isn’t it) and my curls are looking gorgeous too. Thank you!!
You are so brave and beautiful, thank you for sharing. You continue to inspire me to embrace authenticity every day - I will forever be grateful. Thank you!
Thank you for all the content you have shared regarding wavy/curly hair, Courtney! You definitely were one of my resources to turn to to learn how to care for my hair properly and I greatly thank you for that. If you see more folks gradually shifting away from your channel as you shift gears, just know for many people you made a positive change in their life. I know for me, I won't continue to follow along simply because I am not much into watching vloggers and those I do have a very similar lifestyle to me, but just know I am incredibly grateful for having run into your channel during a period of my life where I needed some help. Wishing you and your family a whole lot of happiness, wellness, and success. Thank you again for everything!❤️
In the fall of 2020 I had no idea what I was doing and then I found you!!! I still get inspired by your content, and you are the only wavy/curly channel I stuck with. I’m here for the fresh new start! So exciting!
We really appreciate your work! And I've used your tips and it helped me so much on my hair Journey! Don't worry about social media it's not designed with our well-being in mind just you do you and pour yourself and your energy into things that you deem worthy. All the best to you!
I appreciated your hair content so much! I started my journey in 2020 and you were the one who really helped me figure it out. Thank you! I don’t watch curly content that much anymore, but I always look to see what you are up to because of your positive attitude. And, because your Christian faith is so evident! I’m glad you are leaving all of your videos up because I have recommended you to several ladies as they have started their curly hair journey. May God bless you in this new chapter.
You are wonderful! I have been watching for years and you have been sooooooooo helpful and authentic. When I watch your videos I feel like I am listening to a friend that is honestly trying to help not someone who is only interested in being seen and "liked". I look forward to your new videos! Thank you!
Hey Courtney - As a new youtuber I've been feeling exactly as you describe - burnt out. It is A LOT of work. Thanks for sharing this as it makes me feel less alone. I also decided I need to shift things. Fully support you making a change to something that inspires you. You got this!
I started my curly journey 5 years ago and found your videos to be very helpful. I'm a licensed hair stylist (not working in a salon anymore) and curly hair was a challenge for me....lots to learn! I appreciated your simple, helpful, informative approach. I'm excited to see your new content. :)
Thank you for all of your helpful content and swavy curly knowledge. You have helped me embrace my wavy hair so much. Looking forward to all your future content as well. Good for you for doing what is best for you, on this journey called life 😊
I’m here for all of it. I honestly think you are so much fun and I love that I found someone with similar hair to me. I’ll be around for whatever you choose to post!
You have my complete support. You're an amazing young woman and I have soooo enjoyed watching your curly hair videos. As a woman in her early 50s who recently embraced my wavy curly hair, you have taught me how to LOVE my curls because now I know how to style my hair. I thank you for that, and whenever I get compliments on my hair I tell people about this sweet young Christian girl that I watch on RU-vid that I've learned so much from. I will continue to follow you and look forward to whatever you bring, and will keep you in my prayers. By the way........He is risen indeed! ❤
It's completely understandable, especially because your channel it's only about hair, so becomes harder and harder to have novelty as times goes by... I do hope you make regular content about hair, because I love your way of teaching us about hair care and how to buy the best products! But what I love the most it's your authenticity and fun-loving way. Hope you find your new way and be happy again! Love from Brazil 😘💛💚
I'm not going anywhere!!! Since finding you I have been trying new products and styles. I love watching you and nothing is going to change that. Thank you see you in whatever you do.
When I was going through my silver hair journey , I found support in Silver Sisters sites, and when I realized that I had wavy hair...not weird hair...I found support in your channel. You have taught me so much about my wavy hair care, and I thank you so much for that. I will watch what ever content you care to put out. You do you and we will follow. :)
I feel ya on the "less reach" lately thing, it's not just you! But I'm all for changing things up and doing what you love. I started with sharing just Disney vlogs (we are locals and go ofter) but over the last year and a half I opened up to all theme parks and fun things in my area and it's gone great! I love what I'm doing so much more now.
Thank you for your time, your help with my hair (seriously your videos have made all the difference!) and for pouring yourself into helping others. Thank you for your servant heart in serving the Lord in this way. And thank you for your honesty and transparency in this video. I am sure it was very difficult, but I appreciate honesty like this. I look forward to watching your videos about other areas of life. I hope to watch you cooking some yummy food! Thank you again for all you give to others.
Can’t wait to follow along on this new path, I’m glad you’re doing what is best for you ❤ You’ll always be one of the absolute best curly hair influencers, and I appreciate your work so, so much.
As a male who started growing his hair a year or two ago, your videos have been short of a blessing..! I just found your channel a few weeks ago and have been bing-watching your videos since they have been so helpful! Just wanted to say thank you very much and wish you good luck in this new phase!! Excited to see your new content!
Finding your channel has been the reason I haven't pulled out my straight hair while my daughter's hair turned from straight to insane s curve curly over the last 2 years. Post what you want. We will still be here for you.
I found you when my hair was dramatically changing letting my gray hair grow out. I have learned so much! As you said, we will have the older videos to watch when, again, we get confused lol I wish you all the best on your new endeavor. And, always be you! It is what drew all of us in.
I have always preferred your curlty hair videos because I could tell that you have an amazing soul. You don't cuss, and your humor is always clean. You remind me of my mom that passed away when I was 21 years old. Yall are both very gentle and kind. It is good to see that there are still good people in the world. The joy you bring people is less about curly hair and more about who you are as a person. If you feel like you need a break that is so much more important than anything else though. Take all the time that you need. You have earned it. ❤
