I know this video is a little more personal than most people might have been expecting, I wont be offended if anyone wants to just skip to the concert footage and enjoy that haha, but I also hope my opening up can help anyone who might be going through the same thing 🫶 If you want to follow my journey while I explore more of America you can find me at instagram.com/agirlnamedally
I loved travelling on my own. It's something I think people would be surprised by, in terms of having time by yourself, see what you want to, eat where you want to, and not have to worry about upsetting someone else. Glad you're showing your journey.
Can you be proud or feel emotional over a person you have never met in person?? I just am so happy for you Ally and hope one day to be brave enough to go after the things i feel passionate about 💌
“Do what makes you feel anxious, not what makes you feel depressed.” That’s advice I was given decades ago. When you’re at a fork in the road, often the thought of choosing one direction creates anxiety. The other, usually the safe choice, can make you feel a little depressed. I tend to literally feel both in my gut as I’m contemplating my choice. I have never been disappointed taking the choice that’s new and less safe, and now in my 70s, I’ve had a great ride so far.
As a lifelong New Yorker with lifelong anxiety: thank you so much for this video. I rewatch your Taylor videos whenever people in my life try to turn the joy and comfort her music gives me into shame. In that way - simply knowing I'm not the only one who spends her time thinking about these things - you've been helping me feel less along for a long time. This video did too, but on another level: similarly, I often feel like the only person who's plans (and life) can be significantly affected by anxiety. Everything you mentioned about navigating New York with anxiety has become a barrier for me. Things like taking the subway, enjoying the city, and DEFINITELY concerts feel, and often are, impossible. (I had one of the worst panic attacks of my life before the Eras Tour and couldn't go. I know that's what was best for myself at the time, but it's difficult not to regret). I'm so happy they didn't remain barriers for you and that you got to see so much of the city! Also, knowing that you ultimately enjoyed your time here after a difficult start gives me hope; it's like a glimpse into a future I couldn't have simply imagined. Many of the places you went to are places I haven't been able to see in years. This video reminded me how much I miss them; it's motivation to finally go back. Just a (more personal) side note: As you were talking about your dad in the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens by the cherry blossoms, I suddenly remembered one of my last memories of my dad: sitting with him right there, in that exact spot, talking and laughing. I live walking distance from the Botanical Gardens but never go because of my anxiety. Now have motivation to fight it and win: I HAVE to I can go, so I feel closer to him. So, thank you so much for this video. Not only do I feel less alone; I WANT to get past the lies my brain tells me and venture back into my city. (That wasn't an epiphany I was expecting to have on a Saturday morning!)
So happy for you to be brave enough to move to a completly different city and meet the Jonas brothers. Congrats on 100k you totally deserve them!! I really hope you know how much you help a lot of people with your positivity and everything you stand up for. Lots of love Ally and you are literally on your 1989tv era💙
Ally, your videos feel like a hug to me. Thank you for sharing about these personal issues. You really do make a difference in the world! Btw, just wanted to mention that your editing skills are amazing and your voice/accent are really soothing to listen to :)
Seeing you talk about your dad in the park made me realise how much more time I need to spend with mine. He had me at a really old age (he’s almost 60 now and I’m still a teen) and even though our relationship has been strained at times I want to spend as much time bonding with him as possible. Thanks for giving me that realisation ally, I’m positive your dad is so so proud of you and so am I 🩷
This is why I love your channel. You're open about difficult conversations, genuine and vulnerable while also being positive and uplifting. Returning the love. Keep doing what you're doing.
So happy for you Ally! I feel terrible that anxiety and panic can be so difficult for you. I truly understand. Sending you a virtual hug. You are not alone, and remember that your Dad’s love will never leave you
Ally, I am literally tearing up hearing you talk about how much you miss your Dad. You’ve been through so much. God bless you! 🩵 I’m so thankful everything worked out for you and you were doing so much better to go to the concert and meet the Jonas Brothers! 🥹💕 Sending you a big HUG! So proud of you!!
Ally, I love you so much, I can’t express how much of a role model you are. I’m not sure if you will see this, but I’ve been watching you for about two years and your positivity exudes through the screen. I know you’ve been through some extremely difficult things over the recent years but how please know how incredibly strong your are!!! I’m so proud, and even though you don’t know me please know how much I adore you!!! ❤❤❤
Everything you said about self care and grief: girl you are so wise beyond your years! And as for the backstage VIP experience, you are an actual fan, in my mind you deserve to be there more than some influencer or celebrity. So glad you felt better and you enjoyed everything.
as someone who lost their dad two years ago, I felt this so deeply. Lately I’ve felt his presence more and it feels good just to sit there and keep his memory alive. When he first passed away I went to NY a couple of weeks after and the city just brought so much emotions out of me. Nothing better than crying in NYC knowing there’s countless of other people around you
I've been experiencing a lot of social anxiety since the pandemic and it helps me breath a little easier knowning that I'm not alone, thank you for this Ally ❤
I lost my Mom to cancer a few years ago & also struggle with debilitating anxiety. I just wanted to say, thank you for your bravery in sharing, it gives me hope that I can travel solo someday too. Grief & anxiety are really only understood by those who’ve been there, thank you for helping me feel seen today. Sending love! ❤❤❤
You are strong. You are beautiful. You are incredible. I’ve commented on a couple of your videos & you were sweet enough to answer. I was shocked. I’m old enough to be your mother ( my daughter is Taylor’s age), and I wish I could just give you a big hug. You are doing incredibly well & just take it a day at a time. This week marked the anniversary of losing my dad(7yrs) and losing my brother, my only sibling(3 yrs). I tell you that so you know that I understand missing them sometimes so much I can’t breathe. And you’re so young to have experienced that loss. I’m glad you shared, I’m one who thinks mental health isn’t talked about enough, which makes more suffering for those dealing with it. Yep, I was diagnosed 15 yrs ago. Most days are great days now. but there are still days I’m aimless. And it’s ok. You are ok, Ally. You do what you’re capable of doing. Sending hugs.
Wow, thank you so much Robyn, for taking the time to watch my video and also leave such a beautiful comment. I feel so much warmth coming through in your words from wherever you are in the world. I'm so sorry to hear about your losses too. Sending you the biggest hug back
I found you from the video of you ranking all taylor swift's songs and now I celebrate this channel hitting 100k subscribers, it's just so insane :3 thank you so much for making me become a deeper swiftie than ever, love you so much from Vietnam :3
ok so I just started the video, and the beginning intro with wtny is all i’ve ever needed edit: the self are part about missing out on things is so important! i struggle with fomo, but i also can get super overwhelmed, and have had stress reactions. this part totally hit different
Ugh, Ally, My heart goes out to you. Your anxiety (agoraphobia, even) sounds identical to mine. Home is "safe" so it can be TERRIFYING. I even decided I couldn't put myself through Taylor's concert, even though I love her and want to see her. I just know I am not in a place (yet!) where I can drive to the venue, deal with traffic, deal with the tram, etc. It's debilitating most days but I have also found that a lot of times I just have to get out there and do stuff anyway. It's a delicate balance between deciding what you can/can't handle. I love how aware you are of that fact
You should be so proud of yourself! Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to share this vulnerable side of your life. I’ve gone through very similar experiences (grief, considering not going to an event because of anxiety, ect), and I can really relate to those feelings. I’m glad that you were able to change your mindset and enjoy the rest of the trip😊
I had a very hard time with my anxiety and depression this week and yesterday was one of the worst days. Opening of this video made me cry and made me calm and to feel love for myself again. I happen to get angry at myself for having anxiety and missing opportunities. Thanks for opening up and share about it. I'm so glad you went to the concert and had a great time. Much love. 🤍
I've had a difficult relationship with my father, and his passing brings a lot of complicated and conflicting feelings to the surface, but I just wanted to let you know you're not alone in your grief. It never fully goes away, but it gets easier with time
Congratulations Ally! My name is Samantha (Sam). I've been subscribed to you since your Speak Now content (Speak Now girlie here, I cover Taylor's songs on piano). Thank you so much for sharing your life and story with us. I do relate to what you're going through as well. I am moving to Toronto, Canada soon for my post-grad, never been there before and, tomorrow (28 Aug) actually marks a year since my dad passed away - he had Stage 4 thyroid cancer. I am still learning how to process grief and my other mental health struggles / trauma, which I've never shared in public before - only immediate friends and family know. My dad was the one who encouraged me to pursue my dreams - to be a musician / composer. It was so hard going back to TH-cam again because he used to leave comments on my videos. I wish you all the best! If you really need a break, take all the time you need. Sending love from Manila, Philippines (I am Filipino-British). Sidenote: I used to live in Melbourne before, was there for Uni and work. Beautiful city, miss it so much.
As a native New Yorker, welcome!! And the city isn’t as scary as it seems once you get the hang of the subway! You are so awesome and brave and wish you all the best in this new chapter. Can’t wait to watch what’s next!! 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵
You are 100% not alone!! I moved away from home for the first time in my life last year, and I can’t believe it’s coming up on my one year anniversary. I spent the first six months living in my new city totally numb, just laying in bed and doing nothing if I wasn’t working because my anxiety was so bad. I’m so proud of you for overcoming it in such a short amount of time, that’s so impressive!! You are doing amazing things!!
“Life sometimes decides to hit you with the highest highs and the lowest lows at the exact same time.” Damn girl… that hit home 🫠🩵 What a special time. I wish you all the best! 🚀
I moved out some months ago and had issues sitting and eating on my own, but then I found your videos and suddenly I felt like I had conversations with a friend/big sister over dinner. Thank you so much for being you❤️
You seem so sweet, genuine and nostalgic. That's the reason I am a subscriber. It's sometimes hard to talk about the ups and downs but that's what makes you relatable. Don't we want to feel like we connect with someone even if we never met? I also have anxiety and I can't imagine traveling solo so give yourself props for that! Hope all is well with you!
I cannot explain how seen I felt watching this video. Thank you so much for sharing about your anxiety and what it can be like to travel and go to concerts with debilitating anxiety. I just recently found your page and it literally feels like we could have grown up together but from across the world (I’m from Vegas). I am a huge Taylor Swift, Jonas Brothers, Hannah/Miley, Harry Styles and so many more fan as well. I also have really bad anxiety (always) but specifically with traveling and concerts/events. I love live music but it’s so mentally and physically taxing that sometimes I decide not to go. I actually did that with this most recent Jonas Brothers tour when they came to town and I got offered super close floor seats but I couldn’t bring myself to go and I am still so frustrated that I didn’t go. I’m so glad you pushed through and had the best time, I’m sure that made that trip so much more special!
i have the EXACT same anxiety that you described. THANK YOU! this really means a lot, before you even started talking about anxiety i was like, i would not make it moving to a new city overseas, and then you stated talking about it and i was blown away about how accurately you described the SAME fears we have. this video made me realise it is possible. ususally we make situations worse and expect the worst, and when you just decide to do it you realise it isnt even that bad. THANKS!
CONGRATS ON 100K!! You are my absolute favorite comfort person to watch, as a fellow swiftie you just feel like an older sister or friend and we're talking on factime!! Also a NYC vlog!! You are really in you're 1989 era moving to NYC and releasing 1989 TV!! SOOO proud of youuuuuuuu! YOU DESERVE THE WORLD!! I would loveeeeeeee more vlogs like this!! Also meeting THE JONAS BROTHERS?! I HOPE YOU HAD THE TIME OF YOU'RE LIFE!! Also I neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed to go to NYC once in my life and play Welcome to New York as I'm landing and then walk Cornelia Street listening to Cornelia Street! ILY ALLYYYY
So incredibly proud of you. Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. To see you conquer your anxiety is extremely inspiring and brought me to tears. Thanks again ❤
Ally. Thank you so much for being so open and transparent, I’ve had a really rough weekend and this vlog has really helped me escape that feeling. Congratulations on 100k! And to sooo many more 💕
I moved to Brooklyn a year ago and my anxiety is worse than it’s ever been, and I’ve been struggling with wanting to feel lucky and amazing that I’m living in “the greatest city in the world” and that I’m taking it for granted. It makes me feel SO. MUCH. BETTER that I’m not the only one that struggles to get out of the house everyday. Honestly, seeing your insta stories of you going out everyday gave me motivation to go for a walk in the park or grab a coffee! So thank you ally for sharing your struggles and adventures it means so much!!💗💖💞💓💘
ALLLYY I relate so much to having anxiety (especially health related) at concerts/events and it’s so frustrating and isolating to feel like everyone else is existing so easily. so this was…… honestly healing for me. The ending of this video felt like an inspirational teen movie 10/10 thank you love you
This was such a wonderfully honest and beautiful video, Ally. My depression and anxiety have been so bad these past weeks that I’d had to cancel all my plans and I stopped counting the days since I last left the house. Grieving a parent and everything that comes with this pain is indescribable for me and I admire to strength you have to put it into words. I really needed to see this today and get back up on my feet to live my life the way my dad would want me to. To me, this felt like a conversation with a friend who understands how it feels and who I don’t have in real life. So thank you for being that person. I’m so proud of you, keep being you💜
Ally! I just wanted to say that I've been feeling super lonely recently and your videos feel like receiving a warm hug from a friend 🥰 Thank you for being so vulnerable, I cried alongside you and I'm sending you lots of love. I hope you had the best time at camp and you're feeling better at the moment
I started following you last year because of your Taylor's videos but thank you for this vlog. My dad passed away by cancer on March of this year and sometimes I still can't believe he's really gone. Grief is truly a thing only a person who has experienced it knows how complicated it can be sometimes. And also it's amazing you got to meet the JoBros!!!
omg I remember how shocked I was to see that you only had 40k subs when I saw your video months ago and now I’m so happy that you finally got 100k which you deserve! you make me an even better swiftie and you are amazing you deserve this so much and keep doing amazing work! ❤
i haven't watched the whole video yet, but i do just have to say this: the first few minutes of this video just... means so much to me. i've had a really shit summer and hearing someone else say that their mental health shifted that much in just a few days has made me feel sooo much better. i started a new job (which is one of the reasons i've been so anxious this summer, i've been out of a job since covid) and as soon as i started my mental health just. skyrocketed. i haven't felt this well mentally for years and it was a day to day shift from one of the worst times of my life to my best. it's also super nice to see that you're doing (at least what seems to be) okay!!! girl you are literally glowing!!! sending you all the best
I have not even finished the video (will of course do now) and I just wanted to say I love you and I am so proud of you, you deserve everything good in this world. thank you for always brightening up my darker days and also for sharing your personal mental health struggles. love you!!
Ally I just want you to know that your literally one of my comfort youtubers, an d my day gets so much better when I watch you, I've been here from the start and I'm so proud of how far you've come, congratulations on all the milestones you've achieved and here's to achieving more💗
Wow! What a wonderful vlog. I really want to visit New York now. Plus hearing you talk about your anxiety and grief makes me feel so seen and helped me sm❤. I hope you are doing better. Thanks for making this video!
Ally I just wanted to say I've been here for what feels like forever and your videos have become a place I go back to for your energy. There's something about them that heals me. Thank you Ally!! ❤❤🩹
I know you were posting on Instagram throughout your whole trip and it was always nice to see the little notifications for you pop up over there, but there's something about the way you put this whole vlog together that just felt so intimate, like we were there with you, even though you were alone. Watching you embrace the full spectrum of your emotions, even when it was difficult, was such a privilege on our part; thank you for feeling safe enough with your audience to invite us in for every miserable *and* magical moment like this.
new subscriber here, only watched a few of your reactions and music rankings, but this video has make me a fall in love with you in whole new way, as someone who also lost a parent and has really bad anxiety i completely understood everything you were saying, thank you for this ♡
The part where you're in the park thinking about your dad reminded me of a song called Trees by Maude Latour which she wrote about walking around the trees in new york and feeling her late grandmother's presence in the trees. it's such a beautiful and healing song ❤ sending u love also it looks like your apartment is close to mine I think we're neighbors!!
omg Ally you DELIVERED with these gig shots. if they come to LATAM and I am able to go, it will be thanks to your videos and the nostalgia trip they took me in! thank you so much!!!❤❤❤
oh allie🥺 i too found myself in this situation last week… a girl in a big city, going to her first jobros concert AND her first concert by herself. i was absolutely terrified and anxious of being in that stadium by myself with so many people that i almost didn’t go, but i did, and it was the best decision ever. i had so much fun by myself. and this video just touches my heart because i get it and im so glad that you went and had an awesome time too. 🩵
This has made me feel a lot better. I bought 2 tickets to see my favourite band in December, one seated and one standing just to give myself the option on the day. Standing is a big deal for me and I can only handle it at the very front where I don't feel surrounded by the crowd, but I'm not sure if I'll feel like waiting hours outside the venue that day (especially if it's raining) or feel calm enough to do it so having the seated ticket makes me feel calmer about the whole thing. I know people will see it as wasteful but I'm just trying to take care of myself so I can really have the best time on the day. Thanks for talking about this 💛
Ally, I am moving tomorrow and I am so scared and I needed this video so so so much. Thank you! I am so glad you got to see them and congrats on the 100k!
this video was so nice to watch! thank you ally for sharing these vulnerable moments with us :) i'm very happy to see your channel growing and to be able to grow alongside you. i adore this little corner you created on the internet for us, and i'm praying that your adaptation to this new city will be light and full of learning
I’m so happy you got to enjoy your time in New York, and meet the boys! That’s so exciting! And thank you for being so open about your mental health, you really inspire me to be more forgiving of myself❤
I first became a fan of Jonas Brother before I became a Swiftie. It was 2006. The best years! And watching this blog makes my heart warm and nostalgic. Plus, I will always love how sincere and open you are with us. All the best, Ally!
The last few days, I have been missing Evan so much. I recently got home from a trip with my family out West. My family loves the National parks. This was the first time since Evan died, that I was able to take his Swiftie shirt out West with me. Hearing you talk about you loosing your dad, was what I needed to hear. You being so honest about your struggles means a lot to me. We all have our struggles and you speaking about yours might help someone out there. It helped me.
I’m so happy you talked about your anxiety, I feel the EXACT same things and nobody understands what I mean when I talk to them about it. It’s really comforting to know that someone is going through the same things that I do. I hope it will get better for us someday, until then let’s just keep pushing ourselves💖 I also feel you with the grief part as well, it is extremely hard to cope with, thank you for opening up. Ps. I’m so proud of you for ending up going to the concert!! You deserved it💕
Thanks for sharing your journey with anxiety. I don't normally deal with it (depression is my jam), but I had tickets to see Ed Sheeran this weekend and it was so hard to go. It was a 3 hour drive, an hour ferry and then walking to the venue and I just struggled the entire time. I made it and had a great time, but it's an interesting feeling when you want to go to something and you know you'll enjoy it, but your mind and body is pushing so hard to prevent you.
I wasn’t gonna comment until seeing year 3000 being played and gave me chills, I’m so glad you went, and got to go! I know how crippling anxiety is and give you so much love.
I went to my first Jonas brothers concert in 2021 and then a week later…I suddenly lost my step father who was “my dad”. This video was so comforting for me because of how close those two events were. Thank you for sharing your anxiety journey. I too suffer a lot and I tend to self isolate so much during those times and it’s comforting to know I’m not alone. 🩵
I’m so happy for you that you got this experience! I honestly look up to you so much and you’re exactly who I want to be in life ❤ I love how candid you are in this video, as someone who struggles with anxiety that means a lot, and my dream is literally to work at a summer camp, so seeing you do it and have such an amazing time is amazing 😍
This happened to me in London when I traveled solo for the first time in forever. I had a panic attack and almost bought tickets home the same day I arrived when I decided to give London another chance. Spent a couple of days taking long walks in the park nearby and never regretted staying. Traveling can be a lot sometimes!
so proud of you Ally. Watching you and seeing you grow up for almost 10 years has been amazing and I'm go glad you went to see the Jonas Brothers and met them. From a girly who met you at the Midnights release event in Sydney last year 💙
Im so so happy for you ally!🫶 The way you were brave enough to move to a different city and meet the Jonas brother ( Which is very exciting cause I like their music as well) Happy 100k you 100% deserve this! You have helped me and many others with the positivity you have and what you stand up for. Love you lots ally and love the 1989 tv era your in rn💙📷
I know this video is a little more personal than most people might have been expecting, I wont be offended if anyone wants to just skip to the concert footage and enjoy that haha, but I also hope my opening up can help anyone who might be going through the same thing 🫶 If you want to follow my journey while I explore more of America you can find me at instagram.com/agirlnamedally
i love when you talk about your mental health or just your life, because i think everyone (including me) can relate ❤
Thank you for this video!
i actually did the oppossie because i am your fan but not jonas brother's
@@shubhamagarwal8960 haha same here!
I loved travelling on my own. It's something I think people would be surprised by, in terms of having time by yourself, see what you want to, eat where you want to, and not have to worry about upsetting someone else. Glad you're showing your journey.
Can you be proud or feel emotional over a person you have never met in person?? I just am so happy for you Ally and hope one day to be brave enough to go after the things i feel passionate about 💌
Of course you can! Being able to feel empathy for another person, especially someone you’ve never met, is a great thing to have.
“Do what makes you feel anxious, not what makes you feel depressed.” That’s advice I was given decades ago. When you’re at a fork in the road, often the thought of choosing one direction creates anxiety. The other, usually the safe choice, can make you feel a little depressed. I tend to literally feel both in my gut as I’m contemplating my choice. I have never been disappointed taking the choice that’s new and less safe, and now in my 70s, I’ve had a great ride so far.
Wowwww I love this!
As a lifelong New Yorker with lifelong anxiety: thank you so much for this video. I rewatch your Taylor videos whenever people in my life try to turn the joy and comfort her music gives me into shame. In that way - simply knowing I'm not the only one who spends her time thinking about these things - you've been helping me feel less along for a long time. This video did too, but on another level: similarly, I often feel like the only person who's plans (and life) can be significantly affected by anxiety. Everything you mentioned about navigating New York with anxiety has become a barrier for me. Things like taking the subway, enjoying the city, and DEFINITELY concerts feel, and often are, impossible. (I had one of the worst panic attacks of my life before the Eras Tour and couldn't go. I know that's what was best for myself at the time, but it's difficult not to regret).
I'm so happy they didn't remain barriers for you and that you got to see so much of the city! Also, knowing that you ultimately enjoyed your time here after a difficult start gives me hope; it's like a glimpse into a future I couldn't have simply imagined. Many of the places you went to are places I haven't been able to see in years. This video reminded me how much I miss them; it's motivation to finally go back.
Just a (more personal) side note: As you were talking about your dad in the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens by the cherry blossoms, I suddenly remembered one of my last memories of my dad: sitting with him right there, in that exact spot, talking and laughing. I live walking distance from the Botanical Gardens but never go because of my anxiety. Now have motivation to fight it and win: I HAVE to I can go, so I feel closer to him.
So, thank you so much for this video. Not only do I feel less alone; I WANT to get past the lies my brain tells me and venture back into my city. (That wasn't an epiphany I was expecting to have on a Saturday morning!)
So happy for you to be brave enough to move to a completly different city and meet the Jonas brothers. Congrats on 100k you totally deserve them!! I really hope you know how much you help a lot of people with your positivity and everything you stand up for. Lots of love Ally and you are literally on your 1989tv era💙
Thank you so much love!!!!
Omg you're living the 1989 dream!! Congratulations girl 💙💙
Ally, your videos feel like a hug to me. Thank you for sharing about these personal issues. You really do make a difference in the world! Btw, just wanted to mention that your editing skills are amazing and your voice/accent are really soothing to listen to :)
thank you so much!!
I’ve been here since 20k and I am SO proud of you. Congrats on meeting the Jonas brothers, and keep making amazing videos. Love you Ally! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much love!!
Seeing you talk about your dad in the park made me realise how much more time I need to spend with mine. He had me at a really old age (he’s almost 60 now and I’m still a teen) and even though our relationship has been strained at times I want to spend as much time bonding with him as possible. Thanks for giving me that realisation ally, I’m positive your dad is so so proud of you and so am I 🩷
This made me so so happy to read, thank you for doing that for your dad!
This is why I love your channel. You're open about difficult conversations, genuine and vulnerable while also being positive and uplifting. Returning the love. Keep doing what you're doing.
So happy for you Ally! I feel terrible that anxiety and panic can be so difficult for you. I truly understand. Sending you a virtual hug. You are not alone, and remember that your Dad’s love will never leave you
Ally, I am literally tearing up hearing you talk about how much you miss your Dad. You’ve been through so much. God bless you! 🩵 I’m so thankful everything worked out for you and you were doing so much better to go to the concert and meet the Jonas Brothers! 🥹💕 Sending you a big HUG! So proud of you!!
welcome to new york it’s been waiting for you
This world needs more people like you 💜
Oh boy that is so kind 🥹
No way you went from facetiming them to ACTUALLY meeting them lol. Congrats you deserve it!💗
an UNREAL glow up
Ally, I love you so much, I can’t express how much of a role model you are. I’m not sure if you will see this, but I’ve been watching you for about two years and your positivity exudes through the screen. I know you’ve been through some extremely difficult things over the recent years but how please know how incredibly strong your are!!! I’m so proud, and even though you don’t know me please know how much I adore you!!! ❤❤❤
Everything you said about self care and grief: girl you are so wise beyond your years! And as for the backstage VIP experience, you are an actual fan, in my mind you deserve to be there more than some influencer or celebrity. So glad you felt better and you enjoyed everything.
as someone who lost their dad two years ago, I felt this so deeply. Lately I’ve felt his presence more and it feels good just to sit there and keep his memory alive. When he first passed away I went to NY a couple of weeks after and the city just brought so much emotions out of me. Nothing better than crying in NYC knowing there’s countless of other people around you
I've been experiencing a lot of social anxiety since the pandemic and it helps me breath a little easier knowning that I'm not alone, thank you for this Ally ❤
totally not alone pal
i love how u went to the botanic gardens alone. allowing yourself to do activities like that on your own is so so important for anyone to do 🤍
Yes!! I've been doing so much alone since getting here and it's honestly been so great for my growth
I lost my Mom to cancer a few years ago & also struggle with debilitating anxiety. I just wanted to say, thank you for your bravery in sharing, it gives me hope that I can travel solo someday too. Grief & anxiety are really only understood by those who’ve been there, thank you for helping me feel seen today. Sending love! ❤❤❤
You are strong. You are beautiful. You are incredible. I’ve commented on a couple of your videos & you were sweet enough to answer. I was shocked. I’m old enough to be your mother ( my daughter is Taylor’s age), and I wish I could just give you a big hug. You are doing incredibly well & just take it a day at a time. This week marked the anniversary of losing my dad(7yrs) and losing my brother, my only sibling(3 yrs). I tell you that so you know that I understand missing them sometimes so much I can’t breathe. And you’re so young to have experienced that loss. I’m glad you shared, I’m one who thinks mental health isn’t talked about enough, which makes more suffering for those dealing with it. Yep, I was diagnosed 15 yrs ago. Most days are great days now. but there are still days I’m aimless. And it’s ok. You are ok, Ally. You do what you’re capable of doing. Sending hugs.
Wow, thank you so much Robyn, for taking the time to watch my video and also leave such a beautiful comment. I feel so much warmth coming through in your words from wherever you are in the world. I'm so sorry to hear about your losses too. Sending you the biggest hug back
I found you from the video of you ranking all taylor swift's songs and now I celebrate this channel hitting 100k subscribers, it's just so insane :3 thank you so much for making me become a deeper swiftie than ever, love you so much from Vietnam :3
thank you so much!!
Congratulations! You’re so lucky to meet The Jonas Brothers!
ok so I just started the video, and the beginning intro with wtny is all i’ve ever needed
edit: the self are part about missing out on things is so important! i struggle with fomo, but i also can get super overwhelmed, and have had stress reactions. this part totally hit different
Ugh, Ally, My heart goes out to you. Your anxiety (agoraphobia, even) sounds identical to mine. Home is "safe" so it can be TERRIFYING. I even decided I couldn't put myself through Taylor's concert, even though I love her and want to see her. I just know I am not in a place (yet!) where I can drive to the venue, deal with traffic, deal with the tram, etc. It's debilitating most days but I have also found that a lot of times I just have to get out there and do stuff anyway. It's a delicate balance between deciding what you can/can't handle. I love how aware you are of that fact
You should be so proud of yourself! Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to share this vulnerable side of your life. I’ve gone through very similar experiences (grief, considering not going to an event because of anxiety, ect), and I can really relate to those feelings. I’m glad that you were able to change your mindset and enjoy the rest of the trip😊
HOLD ON IS THAT MISS ELENA TABER??? OMG ALLY you hit the jackpot with the best and most wholesome friendgroup in nyc. Really happy for u ❤❤❤
I am so lucky!! Best people in my life
I had a very hard time with my anxiety and depression this week and yesterday was one of the worst days. Opening of this video made me cry and made me calm and to feel love for myself again. I happen to get angry at myself for having anxiety and missing opportunities. Thanks for opening up and share about it. I'm so glad you went to the concert and had a great time. Much love. 🤍
I've had a difficult relationship with my father, and his passing brings a lot of complicated and conflicting feelings to the surface, but I just wanted to let you know you're not alone in your grief. It never fully goes away, but it gets easier with time
I’m SOOO happy for you!!!!!!! (But also I NEED a 1989 tv deep dive!!!!!)
absolutely coming when i get home next month!
YAYYYYYY!!!! 🫶🫶🫶🫶
Congratulations Ally! My name is Samantha (Sam). I've been subscribed to you since your Speak Now content (Speak Now girlie here, I cover Taylor's songs on piano). Thank you so much for sharing your life and story with us. I do relate to what you're going through as well. I am moving to Toronto, Canada soon for my post-grad, never been there before and, tomorrow (28 Aug) actually marks a year since my dad passed away - he had Stage 4 thyroid cancer. I am still learning how to process grief and my other mental health struggles / trauma, which I've never shared in public before - only immediate friends and family know. My dad was the one who encouraged me to pursue my dreams - to be a musician / composer. It was so hard going back to TH-cam again because he used to leave comments on my videos. I wish you all the best! If you really need a break, take all the time you need. Sending love from Manila, Philippines (I am Filipino-British). Sidenote: I used to live in Melbourne before, was there for Uni and work. Beautiful city, miss it so much.
As a native New Yorker, welcome!! And the city isn’t as scary as it seems once you get the hang of the subway! You are so awesome and brave and wish you all the best in this new chapter. Can’t wait to watch what’s next!!
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Ally I just lost my dad yesterday thank you for making me feel like I’m not alone ❤️ thank you for your advice about grief
I am so sorry love, sending you the biggest hug
You are 100% not alone!! I moved away from home for the first time in my life last year, and I can’t believe it’s coming up on my one year anniversary. I spent the first six months living in my new city totally numb, just laying in bed and doing nothing if I wasn’t working because my anxiety was so bad. I’m so proud of you for overcoming it in such a short amount of time, that’s so impressive!! You are doing amazing things!!
Don’t you think that ally and @nenashelby should colab! They are both massive swifties and have both just reached 100k congratulations 🎉
“Life sometimes decides to hit you with the highest highs and the lowest lows at the exact same time.” Damn girl… that hit home 🫠🩵
What a special time. I wish you all the best! 🚀
I moved out some months ago and had issues sitting and eating on my own, but then I found your videos and suddenly I felt like I had conversations with a friend/big sister over dinner. Thank you so much for being you❤️
Oh that makes me so happy that I could help and be there with you!
You seem so sweet, genuine and nostalgic. That's the reason I am a subscriber. It's sometimes hard to talk about the ups and downs but that's what makes you relatable. Don't we want to feel like we connect with someone even if we never met? I also have anxiety and I can't imagine traveling solo so give yourself props for that! Hope all is well with you!
I cannot explain how seen I felt watching this video. Thank you so much for sharing about your anxiety and what it can be like to travel and go to concerts with debilitating anxiety. I just recently found your page and it literally feels like we could have grown up together but from across the world (I’m from Vegas). I am a huge Taylor Swift, Jonas Brothers, Hannah/Miley, Harry Styles and so many more fan as well. I also have really bad anxiety (always) but specifically with traveling and concerts/events. I love live music but it’s so mentally and physically taxing that sometimes I decide not to go. I actually did that with this most recent Jonas Brothers tour when they came to town and I got offered super close floor seats but I couldn’t bring myself to go and I am still so frustrated that I didn’t go. I’m so glad you pushed through and had the best time, I’m sure that made that trip so much more special!
SO SO glad you're back, and you conquered your anxiety for the time being. I'm so happy you went and met the boys! Welcome back girly - we missed you!
Thank you so much!
@@AllySheehan also I'm slightly fangirling that you replied. 😍😍 you're so welcome!
Seeing my two favorite TH-camrs - you and Kristen Leo - hanging out in New York together made my day!
Aw she is the actual greatest!
i have the EXACT same anxiety that you described. THANK YOU! this really means a lot, before you even started talking about anxiety i was like, i would not make it moving to a new city overseas, and then you stated talking about it and i was blown away about how accurately you described the SAME fears we have. this video made me realise it is possible. ususally we make situations worse and expect the worst, and when you just decide to do it you realise it isnt even that bad. THANKS!
Also as someone who also has chronic illnesses, traveling is SO extra complicated/exhausting. So many extra things to bring/worry about!
CONGRATS ON 100K!! You are my absolute favorite comfort person to watch, as a fellow swiftie you just feel like an older sister or friend and we're talking on factime!! Also a NYC vlog!! You are really in you're 1989 era moving to NYC and releasing 1989 TV!! SOOO proud of youuuuuuuu! YOU DESERVE THE WORLD!! I would loveeeeeeee more vlogs like this!! Also meeting THE JONAS BROTHERS?! I HOPE YOU HAD THE TIME OF YOU'RE LIFE!! Also I neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed to go to NYC once in my life and play Welcome to New York as I'm landing and then walk Cornelia Street listening to Cornelia Street! ILY ALLYYYY
So incredibly proud of you. Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. To see you conquer your anxiety is extremely inspiring and brought me to tears. Thanks again ❤
thank you love!
Ally. Thank you so much for being so open and transparent, I’ve had a really rough weekend and this vlog has really helped me escape that feeling. Congratulations on 100k! And to sooo many more 💕
Thank you so much love! Sending a big hug
SO HAPPY YOU CHOSE TO GO SEE THE BROS 🎉 i was so excited to see your pics on insta!
I moved to Brooklyn a year ago and my anxiety is worse than it’s ever been, and I’ve been struggling with wanting to feel lucky and amazing that I’m living in “the greatest city in the world” and that I’m taking it for granted. It makes me feel SO. MUCH. BETTER that I’m not the only one that struggles to get out of the house everyday. Honestly, seeing your insta stories of you going out everyday gave me motivation to go for a walk in the park or grab a coffee! So thank you ally for sharing your struggles and adventures it means so much!!💗💖💞💓💘
ALLLYY I relate so much to having anxiety (especially health related) at concerts/events and it’s so frustrating and isolating to feel like everyone else is existing so easily. so this was…… honestly healing for me. The ending of this video felt like an inspirational teen movie 10/10 thank you love you
This was such a wonderfully honest and beautiful video, Ally. My depression and anxiety have been so bad these past weeks that I’d had to cancel all my plans and I stopped counting the days since I last left the house. Grieving a parent and everything that comes with this pain is indescribable for me and I admire to strength you have to put it into words. I really needed to see this today and get back up on my feet to live my life the way my dad would want me to. To me, this felt like a conversation with a friend who understands how it feels and who I don’t have in real life. So thank you for being that person. I’m so proud of you, keep being you💜
Ally! I just wanted to say that I've been feeling super lonely recently and your videos feel like receiving a warm hug from a friend 🥰 Thank you for being so vulnerable, I cried alongside you and I'm sending you lots of love. I hope you had the best time at camp and you're feeling better at the moment
I started following you last year because of your Taylor's videos but thank you for this vlog. My dad passed away by cancer on March of this year and sometimes I still can't believe he's really gone. Grief is truly a thing only a person who has experienced it knows how complicated it can be sometimes. And also it's amazing you got to meet the JoBros!!!
omg I remember how shocked I was to see that you only had 40k subs when I saw your video months ago and now I’m so happy that you finally got 100k which you deserve! you make me an even better swiftie and you are amazing you deserve this so much and keep doing amazing work! ❤
Thank you so much!!
i haven't watched the whole video yet, but i do just have to say this: the first few minutes of this video just... means so much to me. i've had a really shit summer and hearing someone else say that their mental health shifted that much in just a few days has made me feel sooo much better. i started a new job (which is one of the reasons i've been so anxious this summer, i've been out of a job since covid) and as soon as i started my mental health just. skyrocketed. i haven't felt this well mentally for years and it was a day to day shift from one of the worst times of my life to my best. it's also super nice to see that you're doing (at least what seems to be) okay!!! girl you are literally glowing!!! sending you all the best
I have not even finished the video (will of course do now) and I just wanted to say I love you and I am so proud of you, you deserve everything good in this world. thank you for always brightening up my darker days and also for sharing your personal mental health struggles. love you!!
thank you so much!!
Ally I just want you to know that your literally one of my comfort youtubers, an d my day gets so much better when I watch you, I've been here from the start and I'm so proud of how far you've come, congratulations on all the milestones you've achieved and here's to achieving more💗
As someone who struggles with so much anxiety, this felt so empowering 💕
Watching you make your dreams come true its magical✨
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Wow! What a wonderful vlog. I really want to visit New York now. Plus hearing you talk about your anxiety and grief makes me feel so seen and helped me sm❤. I hope you are doing better. Thanks for making this video!
Thank you love!!
Ally I just wanted to say I've been here for what feels like forever and your videos have become a place I go back to for your energy. There's something about them that heals me. Thank you Ally!! ❤❤🩹
Aww thank you so much! So glad this can be a peaceful place for you 🫶
CONGRATULATIONS MS. ALLY 🎉🎉
I know you were posting on Instagram throughout your whole trip and it was always nice to see the little notifications for you pop up over there, but there's something about the way you put this whole vlog together that just felt so intimate, like we were there with you, even though you were alone. Watching you embrace the full spectrum of your emotions, even when it was difficult, was such a privilege on our part; thank you for feeling safe enough with your audience to invite us in for every miserable *and* magical moment like this.
new subscriber here, only watched a few of your reactions and music rankings, but this video has make me a fall in love with you in whole new way, as someone who also lost a parent and has really bad anxiety i completely understood everything you were saying, thank you for this ♡
wow thank you so much, it's really nice to have you here and i'm so sorry for your loss too
Thank you for talking about grief and its random and unexpectedness and that it will get better. Really needed to hear that today. Thank you ❤
The part where you're in the park thinking about your dad reminded me of a song called Trees by Maude Latour which she wrote about walking around the trees in new york and feeling her late grandmother's presence in the trees. it's such a beautiful and healing song ❤ sending u love also it looks like your apartment is close to mine I think we're neighbors!!
Love that song! It's so good
omg Ally you DELIVERED with these gig shots. if they come to LATAM and I am able to go, it will be thanks to your videos and the nostalgia trip they took me in! thank you so much!!!❤❤❤
Ahhh I hope you can see them!!
Thank you for being there Ally, it means so much. ♥
Always
oh allie🥺 i too found myself in this situation last week… a girl in a big city, going to her first jobros concert AND her first concert by herself. i was absolutely terrified and anxious of being in that stadium by myself with so many people that i almost didn’t go, but i did, and it was the best decision ever. i had so much fun by myself. and this video just touches my heart because i get it and im so glad that you went and had an awesome time too. 🩵
ally* and i oop
Came for Taylor, but now I love listening to all you have to offer.
This has made me feel a lot better. I bought 2 tickets to see my favourite band in December, one seated and one standing just to give myself the option on the day. Standing is a big deal for me and I can only handle it at the very front where I don't feel surrounded by the crowd, but I'm not sure if I'll feel like waiting hours outside the venue that day (especially if it's raining) or feel calm enough to do it so having the seated ticket makes me feel calmer about the whole thing. I know people will see it as wasteful but I'm just trying to take care of myself so I can really have the best time on the day. Thanks for talking about this 💛
thank you ally. thank you thank you. i really needed this. so much love ❤️❤️
Ally, I am moving tomorrow and I am so scared and I needed this video so so so much. Thank you! I am so glad you got to see them and congrats on the 100k!
You've got this girl!!
this video was so nice to watch! thank you ally for sharing these vulnerable moments with us :) i'm very happy to see your channel growing and to be able to grow alongside you. i adore this little corner you created on the internet for us, and i'm praying that your adaptation to this new city will be light and full of learning
Thank you so much!!
I’m so happy you got to enjoy your time in New York, and meet the boys! That’s so exciting! And thank you for being so open about your mental health, you really inspire me to be more forgiving of myself❤
i've been here since the 10k and i'm so proud of you. you're such a light and deserve all the happiness in the worl. you're the best, i love you
Thank you so much!!
I first became a fan of Jonas Brother before I became a Swiftie. It was 2006. The best years! And watching this blog makes my heart warm and nostalgic. Plus, I will always love how sincere and open you are with us. All the best, Ally!
The last few days, I have been missing Evan so much. I recently got home from a trip with my family out West. My family loves the National parks. This was the first time since Evan died, that I was able to take his Swiftie shirt out West with me. Hearing you talk about you loosing your dad, was what I needed to hear. You being so honest about your struggles means a lot to me. We all have our struggles and you speaking about yours might help someone out there. It helped me.
I’m so happy you talked about your anxiety, I feel the EXACT same things and nobody understands what I mean when I talk to them about it. It’s really comforting to know that someone is going through the same things that I do. I hope it will get better for us someday, until then let’s just keep pushing ourselves💖 I also feel you with the grief part as well, it is extremely hard to cope with, thank you for opening up.
Ps. I’m so proud of you for ending up going to the concert!! You deserved it💕
I hope you are okay about your dad. I’m so sorry for your loss ❤
IM SO HAPPY FOR YOUUUU!!💜💜
so thrilled you’ve moved to nyc i know you’re really gonna love it here WELCOME BABY i’m so proud of you
Regarding the short dress, throw some bike shorts underneath! Pastel ones like pink/blue/purple would be so cute!
You. being in New York, just when 1989 Taylor's Version is coming out soon, its just so special!!
I feel so lucky!!
@@AllySheehan you deserve it, ally!! Keep slaying 🤍🥺
Thanks for sharing your journey with anxiety. I don't normally deal with it (depression is my jam), but I had tickets to see Ed Sheeran this weekend and it was so hard to go. It was a 3 hour drive, an hour ferry and then walking to the venue and I just struggled the entire time. I made it and had a great time, but it's an interesting feeling when you want to go to something and you know you'll enjoy it, but your mind and body is pushing so hard to prevent you.
I wasn’t gonna comment until seeing year 3000 being played and gave me chills, I’m so glad you went, and got to go! I know how crippling anxiety is and give you so much love.
thank you!!
Yasss Ally!!!!! Live ur 1989 dreams 🥰🩵
I went to my first Jonas brothers concert in 2021 and then a week later…I suddenly lost my step father who was “my dad”. This video was so comforting for me because of how close those two events were. Thank you for sharing your anxiety journey. I too suffer a lot and I tend to self isolate so much during those times and it’s comforting to know I’m not alone. 🩵
Omg Ali its AWESOME u got invited as a fan!! No fame…just love ❤️
thank you love!!!
I’m so happy for you that you got this experience! I honestly look up to you so much and you’re exactly who I want to be in life ❤ I love how candid you are in this video, as someone who struggles with anxiety that means a lot, and my dream is literally to work at a summer camp, so seeing you do it and have such an amazing time is amazing 😍
Congratulations on everything what a journey it hits different.
Omgggg you met the Jonas brothers, I love that for you so much !
Your videos bring me so much happiness!! So happy for you Ally 🫶🏻
This happened to me in London when I traveled solo for the first time in forever. I had a panic attack and almost bought tickets home the same day I arrived when I decided to give London another chance. Spent a couple of days taking long walks in the park nearby and never regretted staying. Traveling can be a lot sometimes!
AHHH! You are in your 1989tv era!!! So happy for you! My dream is to move to NYC in two-three years!!🩵🤍💙
Ally you are literally the cutest. I will totally watch this whole video later when i'm off work. Enjoy your NY era!
Haven't fully watched the video but congratulations on 100k subscribers!!!!! And meeting the Jonas brothers 🎉 🫶
thank you love!!
@@AllySheehan Your welcome ❤️❤️❤️
so proud of you Ally. Watching you and seeing you grow up for almost 10 years has been amazing and I'm go glad you went to see the Jonas Brothers and met them.
From a girly who met you at the Midnights release event in Sydney last year 💙
Ahhh thank you so much beautiful girl!
Im so so happy for you ally!🫶 The way you were brave enough to move to a different city and meet the Jonas brother ( Which is very exciting cause I like their music as well) Happy 100k you 100% deserve this! You have helped me and many others with the positivity you have and what you stand up for. Love you lots ally and love the 1989 tv era your in rn💙📷
I also have to say I love the vlog style! I don’t watch a lot of vlogs but I really enjoyed this :))