A huge YES to the tutorials - because I want LONG FORM CONTENT. I do NOT want the short form. I just want to see long makeup videos. Tutorials. GRWMs. Showing new makeup. Using older makeup. Any of it. Just keep bringing the long form content - I don’t care what it is, just makeup related. We trust you. ❤
Yes! Short form content is annoying and bad for my adhd. I want long chatting videos. I like feeling like I’m talking to another makeup lover about makeup. Short form like tictok just feels like someone selling me stuff.
You no sometimes i get a little jelly of the life some RU-vidrs have by being able to stay home and make bank but Kristi is one that I’m so dam happy for. You are so real and down to earth and deserve every thing you have! So proud of you sis
I get the same way. Especially when they have a really nice home and car, vacation.. I’m not mad at my life, but it would be nice to be able to have more for my family. I just feel like I don’t have the flare people would gravitate towards. And I can’t be a part of the new wave of hyper videos and pushing products so hard.. it’s not me.
I’m loving your recent posts. I am so glad you realized you were posting with critics in mind and made the change of creating content for your followers who adore you instead. It’s a pet peeve of mine when people constantly apologize or over explain their beliefs to avoid people criticizing. We love you for you! ❤
1000x ALL OF THIS!! I also can't stand when people are too scared to offend anyone so they try over explain and apologize about every single thing they think. It's stupid. It's impossible to please everyone. No matter what, someone will ALWAYS find a reason to be offended or disagree or think you're wrong or misunderstand your intentions, etc. If you feed into it, you'll just exhaust yourself for nothing.
YES PLEASE!! Tutorials, GRWM, using older palettes, new product reviews. Longer form content, I never use short clips when looking for ideas or help on how to do something. You are part of a handful of honest, real, no bs trustworthy influencers. I was watching Jen Luvs a few weeks ago and she asked who we watch and I along with many others added you.
I was just diagnosed with cancer and, as someone with health anxiety, it was kind of my worst nightmare. I would always worry about that worst case scenario, but never truly believed, deep down, that it would ever happen to me. And it did. Your video made me feel a little better. And that’s a start. Everything is temporary. I think that’s why it’s so scary. Nothing lasts forever. I hope for the best in this life. Enjoy life, even when it’s hard.
I am so sorry for your diagnosis. I was diagnosed with both breast cancer and kidney cancer 14 months ago and I am already cancer free. I’ve had a myriad of surgeries, but I had to learn the way forward is through. I’m hoping all the best for you and hoping that you ultimately be cancer free like I am! You can do this, just keep putting 1 foot in front of the other.
@@maggiereedy4079 glad to hear you’re cancer-free! That’s awesome!! Here’s to many more healthy days! And definitely agree about all things being temporary. ❤
I do medical billing and some insurances don't even cover post partum check ups. It blows my mind how fucked our healthcare system is. But I digress. Kristi, thank you for talking about your therapy. I learned today that I have health anxiety too. I appreciate you being open and honest about everything.
❤ anyone else feels just better mentally when you watch kristi? Because i sure do i feel like shes my therapist and u learn soo much about everything and things just click when she says something Thank you kristii love youuu ❤❤❤
Absolutely - she is just always so real & obviously the most genuine person on yt. I’m so selective about the energy I put into my life these days & I’m always here for some Kristi 💚🤍
Admission time: sometimes I hesitate to watch content when folks talk about partners and children because it hasn't been something that has been my reality. (It can lead to feeling unwanted & unworthy.) Listening to Kristi helped remind me that I'm comparing myself to everyone, but that doesn't help me become more content, it only leaves me insecure & feeling lonely. That's not where I want to reside. I appreciate the positivity & support I witness in this comment section. If you're reading this, I hope you are safe & sounds out there 💜 Edit: yes please to tutorials
I'm having a rough mental health day. Came to my bed at 1pm with my heated blanket and headphones and a plan to just watch RU-vid vids and wallow. Maybe sleep. You have no idea how much I needed to hear some of the little nuggets of wisdom and empathy in this video. Came for the makeup years ago, stayed for the relatable humanity. You're one of the best. 💖
My health anxiety paid off. I’ve had chronic pain (various types, off and on, from head to toe) since I was 15 (I’ll be 27 this year) and after being told things that just didn’t make sense, and brushed off and ignored for years by my doctor. It took an ER visit at the end of 2021 to get a neurologist referral, the neurologist sent an MRI referral, and I just had my scans in November. I suspected MS and Endometriosis for years, and I just got my diagnosis for both, separately within a month of each other. After begging my dr for years for help. I’m in Canada and our “free” healthcare is costing people their lives. I should have been given treatment and been taken seriously when I was a teenager, and now I’m in an even worse place with lesions because of it, struggling to do daily tasks and basic things. I’m trying to reduce stress but it’s very hard to do.
A stained glass window in your green house would be absolutely GORGEOUS!!! And I know I, personally, would love tutorials! Wether on makeup, painting, whenever you try stained glass, it’d all be great! 💜
I agree that RU-vid’s original videos are coming back vs the shorts and tiktoks. I love tiktok so much but I need to put something on to listen to while getting stuff done and I cannot do that with 30 second videos 😅
What I admire most about you is that no matter what you've been through - the trials of mother hood, mental heath struggles, internet hate - you are always vigilant about one thing: ensuring that your mouth does not look like a butt hole. It's reassuring to know that no matter where life takes you, RawBeautyKristI will experience all the growth life gives her! But, at her core, she will always remain... RawBeautyKristi! Luv ya, gal!! ❤
I’m the oldest sister in my family…Kristi is the older sister I never had but always wanted. I have a one year-old son and you’ve been my mama role model since day one. Whatever you’re posting, I’m watching. 👏🏻
I would love to see ALL the videos, Kristi! Makeup tutorials, all the stuff you bought from IG, etc., all of it! And even though we are absolutely your fans, you can call us your supporters 🙂
YES OMG TUTORIALS PLEASE!! I don't look at tutorials for education and how to change my look necessarily, but I love them to decompress from the day and to watch art be created and chill with my internet "besties".
If there is a pottery studio or class nearby I’m sure they’d love to help you get reacquainted with pottery! It might be a fun and relaxing date night idea ♥️
Yes, give us tutorials! You could literally talk about anything on either of your channels and Id be here loving every minute of your video, though💜 I learn so much from you. You are such a comforting soul, you're like a dream aunt that ive never had. You're just the best! Don't doubt yourself Kristi, we love ya😊
I soooo miss tutorials!!!! BUT, I have to say, in the video where you asked what we wanted to see, not that long ago, I said, organization and how YOU organize your home..... THEN YOU POSTED YOUR PANTRY ORGANIZATION ON YOUR OTHER CHANNEL......I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!!! I thought that video was JUST FOR ME!!!!
As someone who just started as a student teacher in an alternative school, I can say that for people who are mean IRL, it is very easy not to internalize it when you realize that they are being mean to you simply because you happen to be there at the moment they're feeling angry, frustrated, hurt, etc. I work with troubled youth, but this really applies to anyone. You just have to remember that it's not personal. That doesn't mean the behavior shouldn't be addressed, but this line of thinking has helped me not feel personally hurt.
Yesss!!! I still love tutorials & reviews & wear tests & vlogs & hole renos & lifestyle. Literally I’ll watch anything you post or the other “influencers” I follow.
when you read the text from your therapist about googling during health-anxiety bouts i almost cried. it's such a relief hearing stories of people that have or are experiencing these same shitty moments in life and knowing you aren't alone in it. sending big hugs Kristi
Health anxiety is the worst and it went into overdrive for me since my only sibling/sister passed away 7 years ago. I know I drive “myself crazy over myself” but even more so when it comes to my kids. Idk why my brain always goes to worse case scenario and I can’t turn it off. Anyone who struggles with any type of anxiety or depression I completely have compassion for bc I know the hell it puts me through daily. Much love to anyone struggling…let’s just all know we can get through it one minute, one hour, one day at a time. ❤️
I’m dealing with this currently. I’ve had panic attacks the past few days because I tore my rotator cuff and injured my pectoral muscle!about 3 weeks ago and but I was thinking it was my heart. I went to the emergency room and they did so many tests on me. Said my heart is completely fine and I was having a panic attack. They gave me some meds and within 20 min the overwhelming feeling, heart palpitations, sweaty hands, fight or flight feeling was gone. It’s horrible. I’m even worse over my kids. If they have a stuffy nose I’m always thinking it’s something serious and not just a cold. You’re in my prayers. I truly wouldn’t wish this feeling on anyone ❤️
I feel this so much ♡ my sister committed suicide 9 years ago, my mother died of cancer 5 years ago 💔 my brother is also gone. I sometimes feel like omg is it gonna be me next? It's terrible 😞 I hate every second of it! My body just won't shut down. It's like I'm in constant fight or flight. Ughh sending you so much love ❤️ I'm right there with ya!
I feel you a million percent 😢 I never experienced anxiety let alone crippling health anxiety until after I had CV19..I also lost my precious sister in Oct 2019, pandemic hit, I worked myself into the ground, my health went down the tubes, and the anxiety began. Thankfully we have so many lovely people in this community to vent and lean on ❤
I would be SO DOWN for a series of you trying different hobbies. Like start to finish. I can’t remember when, but you posted a watercolor video a few years back and it had inspired me to start that. I don’t do it anymore because I’m busy with my 2 year old, but I would love to get back into my hobbies
I totally relate to you more than any other beauty influencer I have watched. You are more real and raw than a lot of them. You don't try to fake it or be something other than who you really are and it's very rare on social media amd you have made me feel so much more content with myself and realize im not the only one that feels these things your just willing to actually talk about it!
I would absolutely watch a tutorial. For me a tutorial is so relaxing and sometimes “educational “ to watch. Thank you for always being so down to earth and real! 💕
If you want to see lots of butterflies, bees, and birds in your flower garden plant things that are native to your region!! Animals and insects aren't able to utilize many of the plants that are popular in landscaping. There are some really beautiful native plant species that will add to the habitat of your native fauna!!
I cannot say yes enough to how badly I would love tutorials. You are so right about it taking a village. Me and my daughter's father broke up but we had a good enough friendship that developed into a really good co-parenting relationship which I was thankful for. Our families helped a lot as far as babysitting. My aunt was my daycare and appreciate her so much for it because I didn't have to worry about my child. I don't know what I would've done without my family. 💜
Thank you thank you thank you thank you THANK YOU FOR POSTING! I am going through intense heartbreak tonight, and your video popping up just as I ordered some take-out, means that I'll be able to zone out with you and find comfort for a short while. xo
The only time my husband and I fought was when our kiddo was 0-2 years old. He's now almost 12! 💀 I have found each stage is different with it's own struggles and joys. Pre-teen so far zero stars do not recommend. I feel like making friends as an adult is stupid. I'm so busy with work and trying to raise my kiddo that it leaves really little time for friendship or enough time to nutrue a true deep friendship as we did as kids/teens.
It’s so hard making friends as an adult and as someone who doesn’t have many left from highschool it definitely makes me feel lonely. I definitely get my happiness from socializing
I have 3 children and not a one of them were alike in any way when they were little 1 was "normal " 1 was "perfect" and 1 was a little "demon" lol but you would never know it now !! My demon child completely changed after he started preschool and I'm not even kidding when I say that he turned into the perfect child who has never once since given me an ounce of trouble and now he's a sophomore in college doing his pre med 💛 I also learned the hard way through my youngest is that no matter how hard you try you can't parent your children the same either!! My daughter will be 30 on Sunday and her other brother is 27 and they were so easy but nothing I did with them worked with the baby ( whose 20 btw) and I had to realize that I was in the wrong when trying to raise them all the same 🥰
It is so great to see someone be so honest about life family parenthood. Social media shows only what the person wants people to see . The overwhelming times aren’t shown or talked about . Parenthood is magical, special, exhausting , stressful ,and beautiful .
I love a good get ready with me video. Hauls, Amazon buys, kid purchases you love for your son, make up reviews, and I would love a tutorial. Always up for learning some new tricks
I live in rural Japan and flower gardens are really common here. They are so beautiful and make all the neighborhoods so lovely. You should totally plant flowers!
Omg I am the exact same way 😂 if something is awkward or uncomfortable I just point it out and acknowledging it makes me feel more comfortable. My husband always makes fun of me for it and says I make things more awkward but I disagree 🤷🏻♀️ Btw love this kind of video where you just talk about random topics
I've been watching more eyeshadow tutorials lately, want to add some variety and get ideas for color combos 😊 And my Dad LOVES doing stained glass!! It's super fun. You start out doing pieces that don't have lots of curves or tiny pieces (those take more practice), and as you practice making more curvy and small pieces, you can use the reject pieces to make a mosaic!
Honestly, thank you. Thank you for being so authentic. I don’t have many friends other than my sister and my husband because I’m such a home body so on days that I feel behind or just out of touch, you help me with that. Also, your simply GLOWING in this video.
I read once that when you have a baby it is like a bomb going off in your marriage, you just have to wait for the dust to settle. And I agree with that totally. Your expectations of each other completely and suddenly change. It’s a lot but it does get better. My baby is now 19 and we have made it 25 years of marriage.
I'm an artist so I would LOVE to watch you go through the whole journey of planning and making the stained glass window for your greenhouse. I would love to see you venture into pottery as well, basically any art content you want to share I'm all for it!
I would ABSOLUTELY watch a tutorial from you, I miss them! I refuse to do TikTok, short form isn’t for me. I’ll be watching RU-vid and Kristi till I die 🖤
I have been wanting to try stained glass for a couple years but don't have a place to safely do it. If you try it I would love to watch. Also, my wife does rug tufting and it takes a bit to learn what techniques give you the results you want but she really enjoys it.
YES GAWD BRING BACK THE OG MAKEUP TUTORIALS! 😩 You are an incredible artist, Kristi. But I’ll watch you regardless, because I just freaking adore you. 🖤
I’ve found this saying very helpful “what other people think of you is none of your business” and it’s also helped me to realize that, especially when it comes to females interacting with other females, they’re not paying attention to your flaws as much as you may think they are - they’re equally concerned with how you are perceiving them and are in their own heads about it. I’m 39 and it took me becoming close friends with 2 gorgeously stunning women to learn that we’re all feeling the same. I legit assumed they were confident as hell and judging me. Nope!! They were equally worried about what I was thinking of them. So silly and such a waste of all of our time! No one has it all together and we need to quit being so hard on ourselves and each other.
Yes to the tutorial! I know not everyone would be into a super beginner friendly tutorial, but I definitely would be. I started getting into the beauty community because I liked your personality and I think it’s time I finally learn how to do my make up 😂
My Mom does and has done Stained glass for 30 years. It is a very expensive (quality tools and materials) and very time-consuming hobby, but the payoff is extremely rewarding. She started with sun catchers and little boxes and evolved to Tiffany lamps with their actual patterns and is doing her first large window right now. If you get into it please share the journey. 💕
thank you for this content. I’m having a bad week. My MIL constantly tries to diagnose my 2 year old, always raising concerns making me feel so low. You’re so real , love you ❤
I'm sorry you're having a tough time. 😔 It's frustrating when people try to parent your kid when you're doing the best you can. I understand that she loves her grandchild (goodness knows my grandparents loved me...and I loved them right back ❤️), but there needs to be boundaries and unfortunately, sometimes those get blurred for our parents. They see our kids as extensions of us and therefore they are entitled to have a say. It's really hard to set your boundaries while being respectful of their feelings and position in the family. Often times they have wisdom to share and it's great to gleen those nuggets of wisdom, but I noticed that when they have a lot of interaction with the kids the more they feel entitled and almost "obligated" to offer their opinions. I'm not suggesting that you keep your kiddo away from grandma, that would be hurtful to both of them. But maybe, you can have your husband gently talk to his mom about how great of a mom she is and how great of a mom you are too. And that he loves that about you. Family stuff is hard. Hang in there 💙.
I went through this with my youngest because he didn't talk much and was shy. Now he's been in speech therapy since PreK, now in 2nd grade. He is the worlds best best friend and does soooo well in class despite his speech! I would just keep up with the doctor just to keep stuff noted and tell your MIL you followed up with the doctor and thats all you can do.
De-influencing came out of nowhere for me, probably because I watch influencers to a) get a glimpse of a life that's unattainable to me and b) to get reviews and demos of products I was already considering...which normally results in me not buying them, actually. 😂 I think it's a good thing, I was just surprised it was so needed, I guess? I never for a second thought anyone was watching influencer content and going out and buying EVERY eyeshadow pallet or foundation.
Lol I completely agree! It seems silly to me to spend $300 on a toaster, but I like watching the lives of people who can go out and buy one. I think for the people who would possibly go out and buy that sort of stuff it’s a good trend, and I feel like it might bring about more honest reviews. Some people like to hype up expensive products and then put them on their Amazon storefront to get a cut of the profits. I’m too dedicated to being a cheapskate to ever buy stuff off TikTok 😆 I think it’s a good reality check though. A toaster is a toaster.
i felt the same way. i thought is anyone really gullible enough that they feel like their life won’t be complete without the new “it” product. but then i realized that my older sister basically lives on tiktok and has a whole collection of viral products. and whenever i’ve used some of them, they’re mediocre at best.
Flowers are incredibly rewarding. I started buying clearance out of season flowers that were dying or deemed “dead,” then revived them. Seeing them come back every year and thriving is the coolest thing. That grew into pricier bulbs and seeds, once became comfortable knowing I could at least keep something alive at a cheap price.
This is a very commonly heard quote but I really never actually thought about it: you may be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, and there’s still going to be someone who hates peaches. For some reason it really stuck out, and has become my kind of motto this year- so glad to see a video from you❤️
I have always loved that saying. I try to remember this too: it's none of my business what anyone thinks about me. I know that is hard to remember when you have anxiety and are socially awkward like I am, bc I replay scenarios in my head over and over when I say or do something weird or odd, but it helps me come out of that state. (Most of the time)
I'm going to be a first time (older) mom in July and I've been following all your parenting and post-partum videos and IG stories. I just want to say "thank you", because having the conversation about how reality can/will be different from expectations has been important to me. Especially as someone with childhood trauma that makes me default to 'needing to be perfect', I am mentally preparing myself that PP is going to be a crap-shoot and I'll allow myself grace and love my baby unconditionally through it all.
So happy to see your face 💛 I completely agree with the short form content switcharoo but ALSO agree that RU-vid is notttt dead. I still don’t have tiktok and try to ignore the shorts reels all together 😵💫 it’s hard so when I get great convo content from quality RU-vidrs like you it’s a great day. Thank you thank you! Also I would be super down for more lifestyle type videos on this channel, in whatever way makes you comfortable! Love you lots 🥹
I needed to hear your mental health reminders SO bad. I just got diagnosed with MS and have been through some really painful and scary diagnostic procedures and treatments, and am currently waiting for my varicella antibodies to build up before I can go on medicine to suppress my immune system. My world has been turned absolutely upside down and I have a PhD in consulting Google for the “what ifs”. I try so hard not to spiral. I’m in counseling but I don’t feel I’m getting the support I so desperately need. I’ve been trying to stuff the emotions down with candy and hot fries and other bullsh!t and I don’t wanna keep living like this. Sorry for my verbal “dumping”, I just wanted to thank you for the reminder that it won’t always feel like this, no matter what my anxiety tells me. I love you and I love anyone and everyone who cared enough to read my post ❤❤❤
YES TUTORIAL! I emerged from the pandemic a broken human and am emerging now to a renewed interest in makeup. I have some lovely new products and am just now (in my mid-40s) learning how to use them. I would LOVE some tutorials!
When you talk about your health anxiety, hi it me! truly though new sensations are really triggering. Literally googled pins and needles and thought well it's probably MS. I have also stopped googling health symptoms, it doesn't bring me any kind of peace. Thank you for talking about this. I feel like I am going crazy when I have these feelings and there is so much peace in hearing you are not alone. It for sure got bad during covid, then I lost my third son last year and man it's been very very hard. I'm grateful to hear someone else speaking and making me like this is a real thing and I can get through it. Love to you sweet Kristi.
Hi Kristi. I may be way out of line here, but on the topic of health anxiety, I wonder if it stems from having a parent/family member die at an early age due to a health related reason. My dad passed away when I was 21 (7 years ago) due to a health related issue and I find myself worrying about my health a lot and wonder if there’s a correlation. Death has become my worst fear and I’m always afraid there is something wrong with me too. I just wonder if maybe that’s where the anxiety stems from for you as well because of your mom? If so, I get it. Sending love 🖤
Absolutely ❤ I talked to my therapist about this today, and she said it’s exactly where it stemmed from. That I had more of an anxious prone personality prior but the health related death gave my brain something to fear and focus on, which was health and death anxiety. So now my brain looks for it to protect me. Likely, yours too: so sorry for your loss. It’s horrific and devastating and debilitating but we will be ok
I remember when you told us you got that advice way back in 2021 and it has helped me so much. I also have health anxiety and I'll spiral into really black periods of fear. One thing I remind myself is if it is that bad, I'll just go to the doctor. Usually it isn't, and whatever was bothering me will clear up on it's own or has a rational explanation. Another thing that I try to remember is that when something medical related is happening to me, I don't seem to be particularly bothered. I've had my gallbladder out, two hernias corrected, and a miscarriage. The only time I've ever had a problem with my health is when I'm afraid I have a problem. Separating out the fear from an actual medical emergency is helps me calm down and give me the headspace to seek medical care if I need it or get to the other side of the spiral.
I doubt you will see this Kristi but as a new mom to a 3 month old, this is just EVERYTHING I needed to hear!!! From the things you’re doing in therapy to the making friends as a mom- just every bit of this helped me and resonated with me so so much. ❤😊
A tutorial from you would probably spring me back into makeup 🥺 please I miss them and I think other people do too!! ❤ your personality and vibe just makes videos so pleasant and fun to watch
thank you for saying those words... everything is temporary.. i so needed to hear this when i was going through post partum issues. My baby girl is now 3 years old and some days are easier than others but a BLESSING indeed!
I’m so so so glad to hear this! My other biggest advice is to ASK FOR HELP. You may not want to, you may feel like there is nothing you want less but I promise, help is so necessary! It’s an adjustment but with lots of support it will be so beautiful! Congratulations mama!!
As a mama! You are about to experience the purest form of love! No conditions or rules! Just the actual definition of love! It really is unlike anything you've ever experienced! Congratulations! 💜
I will never stop watching long content, especially yours. As someone who does not connect well with many people that are physically surrounding me, I come to youtube channels, like yours, to help me feel connected to other humans. I am so grateful you share everything you share. ❤️
Girl, if you wanna grow some beautiful flowers, i would recommend some ranunculus, passion flower, zinnias, sunflowers, and poppies. Those will be such a gorgeous bouquet through the summer.
Another thing I learned about negative opinions from people I heard this quote and love it “other people’s opinions of me is not my business” you won’t be everyone’s cup of tea
Yes to tutorials. They inspire that little artist in my head, to be more creative. I feel like these shorts are still new and after approximately 5 minutes people get impatient or tired of listening. It is how the human mind is.
Your commentary on mother hood always just hits so deep to me. It’s so different kid to kid too. My three are all SO incredibly different. I spent the day crying because my pandemic baby almost 3 just finally got signed up for OT, speech therapy, and autism testing. I’ve been trying to get help for him since 1 year. There was still a little part of me that hoped they’d evaluate and say he’s fine, not to worry. It’s so hard.
I have been there mama!! It is the hardest time but if you just keep in mind that it's not a negative thing. It's just testing to see the best way to help him learn! And if he does in fact end up on the spectrum, once you have a diagnosis, 🎼 a new world 🎶, of services and options are opened up to you guys. It was the hardest day of my life receiving that news but it was the best beginning I could give my son. He's THRIVING as a smartypants with his momma's sass 10yr old now. So try to stay positive and remember that it's a good thing!! I know I might sound like a weirdo but if you need someone to listen to you, I'm here. I've been there and I'm a good listener 😊
It’s so nice to know that I’m not alone in having major health anxiety. I got sick with mono in December and had no idea what was going on. Mono makes you feel all kinds of weird symptoms. I had severe fatigue out of no where, chest pressure, felt like I was going to pass out all the time. I was already anxious before this and it made me 10x more nervous about my health. I’m so hyper aware of any symptoms. Thank you for sharing w us about your experience and what you do to manage health anxiety ❤️❤️❤️
Seriously, I would watch the crap out of any tutorials you post 😄 I would also just like to say that yes it may be a luck of the draw thing with RU-vid views/subs, and yes the viewers make it possible. But in all honesty, it’s the person thats behind the channel that attracts the viewers. YOU, and your personality and sharing your life in the small and large ways and your family-that’s what makes it a success! I so appreciate you and your channel-both this and Sweet Life channel 💜 keep it up, girl! We love you out here!
