hi dustin! i graduated uni at 19 and went straight into my industry (2 year program, long story haha! im 22 now tho) but i totally understand being kinda stuck b/t two worlds: the college uni days and the adult working world. i went fast thru uni, and so most of my friends were still in school and i felt disconnected from their world and their problems. i had all these adult problems to deal with while also feeling like a kid surrounded by these adults in the office and that definitely made me feel really alone. it's difficult and hard to deal with, the loneliness. as a 22y/o, i also wish i could continue to be immature and do stupid shit at 2am!! and sometimes i do!! we're not as mature as you might think haha. i don't have any real solid advice, but during this weird inbetween time, i wish you good luck. reach out to old friends and put yourself out there, people are much more forgiving and kind than you might realize!
I think Seattle would be worth visiting as well! It’s very nature-y with a ton of young and creative people. At least from my experience, It’s much more laid back than LA without sacrificing the city aspect.
when you were talking about being the product of your environment, i remembered a phrase from I Kissed Shara Wheeler, a book i read last month. it says “And if the person you feel like you have to be in this town doesn’t feel right to you, you’re allowed to leave. You’re allowed to exist. Even if it means existing somewhere else.” if you decide to move back home but still have a little bit of doubt, keep in mind that you won’t know if that’s the best decision until you try it :-). traveling to different places to see how you like them sounds like a great idea, i truly hope you get to find somewhere to call home and live a calm life
"Ugly people are boring too so might as well date hot people" amen Dustin, your video always makes me laugh and though you're only a few months older than me, it feels like over the past few years while watching your video I've somehow been able to grow along with you. I believe many people who watch your videos feel that same way too. In some ways, watching your video makes me feel less lonely and you make me see the beauty in the little things in life :)
Thankyou for making such a raw and honest video. I’ve been working fulltime since I was 18 and finished school, sometimes I wish I could have a life similar to my peers who are at university, partying, socialising, travelling etc. but it’s so important to remember that everyone is in different seasons of life. I love the saying “you can have everything, just not all at once”.
i can completely relate to moving a bit impulsively and then realizing its the place you chose isnt for you. im currently thinking about moving back home to my suburb and id love to travel more. this is also coming from someone who has graduated college, has a job in retail rather than her field, and feels like their floating. it’s all a process and we’ll figure it out.
i think whether you're tied to being young or being old, it's important to remember to do as you please. i think when you do, people will come to you vs having to reach out. at first, it's a lonesome process, but it's also nourishing for your soul, and then soon others. :3
I’ve been more crying these days, dropped out of college and had to start working early than most of my peers just to survive because I had nobody supporting me. Most of batch mates just graduated and I’m not really jealous, but I do want to try getting my portrait taken in a toga & I miss having fun. I was a ball of anxiety during college because I did it overseas and was painfully shy, and had low self-esteem. Now I’m just living and trying to survive and it’s lonely being in a new place and not knowing who you can trust and not having friends you can just hang with.
I feel so related to in this video. I chose to take a leap and go to a college that none of my friends were going to. I thought I'd be part of some huge friendgroup and have lots of new "teenage" experiences. I did end up meeting lots of new people but the more people I knew the lonelier I felt. Something I'd never experienced before. I'm still figuring out ways to deal with that feeling now but I find that reconnecting with family and old friends has really helped.
a lot of people are saying to move to portland, but it’s also very white. the vibe is fun and has a lot of qualities that you’re looking for, but i feel like there’s a lot of performative activism and it can be really isolating to live here as a poc.
this video really stuck with me...I just graduated from college this past may and immediately moved to Bangkok, Thailand from a small town in Wisconsin. Making adult friendships is SO fucking difficult. Traveling alone and entering a culture that is so unfamiliar (don't know the language, don't understand the culture, no friends, etc) has been SO difficult but i also don't regret it. Its like this weird battle between ugh i wanna go back home and feel comfortable and I know i need to be uncomfortable at this stage in my life to grow. LOVE your videos Dustin, thank you for your words
dustin i love this so much you have no idea how long ive wanted to hear someone talk about this. Life has been weird and i miss being a stupid teen, but thanks to you i dont feel so alone thank you sm for what you do, youre doing an amazing job
dustin your ability to be completely transparent with not only yourself but also with your audience is astounding. we are all forever grateful to have been able to grow up with you
with what you’re describing as your “ideal living location”, i really recommend port washington in wisconsin. though it’s very far from sacramento, it’s a nice cute town right on the lake. there’s lots of small shops and if you ever want to go to the actual city it’s about a 30 minute drive from milwaukee. really anywhere from port washington to the milwaukee area is really nice.
This is like a little bit heavy for me too bc i cam relate SO MUCH, but also kinda comforting bc oh okay I’m not alone in this situation… you and many people in this comment section are experiencing somewhat the same thing that make me thinking “ah okay this happened to alot of people, means that a lot of people find a way too and i will too one day.”
Enjoyed the catchup dustin! I just wanted to personally thank you for sharing these videos. I've had a rough road since graduating highschool with personal family problems so I haven't been able to properly ever start a uni life. I turned 20 recently as well and it feels like I'm growing up with you (sorry if this sounds creepy). I dont really have much friends my age around me and if I do, they're kind of on a different wavelength to me. You sharing these videos makes me feel less alone. Thank you for always sharing your authentic self and vulnerability to people!
noooooo cuz why did i start crying as soon as you mentioned sibling guilt T^T i'm really glad you made this catch-up video, and want to reiterate that you're definitely NOT going back to square one if you move back home. like you said, you've gained new experiences and get to take those with you, regardless of where you end up living. i'm honestly in no position to give advice, but i wish you the best of luck~ also the vibes in this video were immaculate
I'm 6 months post-grad and I've met some new friends with bumble bff! It sounds really corny when you think about finding friends on a dating app, but that section of bumble has allowed me to meet some really cool people recently! I loved this video a lot and feel a lot of similarities with growing as a person based on your environment. Also I think traveling would be great way to explore the world and get to know yourself better!
Most of us don't really have a choice but to end up becoming mature at a very young age .Can totally relate to everything you said! You got this. You'll eventually find your place. 'Hope' it is 💜 lots of love 😘
i really loved this video and how honest and genuine it was because it truly helps me realize what I am feeling too. I’m still in Highschool and a junior now and I’ve lived in NY my whole life since I could remember but the older I get I’m realizing I’m not such a city person all the time and I like quiet that’s not too extreme and lots of nature because it brings me peace. I want to be able to move out of New York when I’m done with Highschool because I feel like New York isn’t just the same anymore and has become so saturated and it’s not fun to be here. It’s definitely changed for better or for worse. I’d like to experience a different vibe and more peaceful environment. It’s definitely a balancing act because I come from a family who didn’t have much financially so I just want us to live comfortably in the future and be able to live my life without regret or being held back.
I haven't been able to make actual friends in university either because we started during the pandemic and after that we had in-person classes for only half a year before summer holiday... so it's not as easy as just going to college or university
totally relate to the "i want to watch my siblings grow up" part. iam a child of divorce, both of my siblings live with my mom in my hometown and me and my dad stay in our current home. i feel sad knowing i'll never be with them and watch them grow up and cant help them when they're struggling with something in school, or having a problem with their friends just like what ive experienced during my childhood. since my mom is working, im worried that they will got lonely and have nobody to talk to, but i also cant live there since i need to finish college and work here. thank you for letting me share this, really appreciate your sharing, its def makes some people who feels the same thing less alone 💗
I’ve been working full time for the past year and a half as a co-op student still in uni. I totally relate! I’ve been working a desk job since I was 19, the youngest person in my office. Now, my co-op is complete and I go back to uni in September. In some ways it feels like I’m regressing, going from working in my field to being back in school. Im only 20 but im not sure if I can relate to people my age anymore, but I also cant relate to the people in their older 20s. Im excited to be back in school, to at least be around people my age, but I feel like I’ve matured far far faster than most people, and its a very surreal experience. Its also a pretty lonely experience. But its good to remember I’m still young, I have my whole life ahead of me even if I feel like im 80 right now. This feeling is temporary and its okay to feel like I’m in a bit of a rut right now. Some things just take their time. Life is a long journey, it doesn’t begin once you’ve met your goals. I think the one thing I’ve learned over the past year is that life can be a little slow. No matter how hard I try to rush through the boring bits, things just need to take their time, and thats okay!
come to Boston there's so many college aged people and it's also easy to have weekend trips to NYC, Connecticut, Vermont, etc. just went to Vermont a few weeks ago and the nature is beautiful
I know it’s just advice from a stranger but I completely agree with moving home n using your money for travelling. I understand why you want to stay in one place for a month n move somewhere else and tbh airbnb is a good option for that bc they have a lot of good deals for staying a month somewhere. So it’s definitely something you should look into and who knows you might find someplace n fall in love with it. If you do decide to travel come to scotland I’m sure you’d love edinburgh plus it will give u somewhere free to stay 🫶
I've watched Dustin for a few years now. I never felt this but I felt so connected with this video. As a 22 years old youngsters, I felt like I've grown so fast compare to my other friends. Most of them are still in universities as it's quite different in my country cause we finish high school at 17 and our high school didn't provide Diploma. It's just a cert and you need to take your pre-uni/diploma for 1.5-3 years after high school and getting a degree for another 4 years. Which means, adulting usually starts at the age of 24-25. As for me, I have started to work for almost a year and a half now. And I have been living on my own and paying bills and all this adult shit for almost a year now. I really missed those days of not stressing about bill, taxes, debt and seeing my friend living the "youth" lifestyle really bring me some type of jealousy. Also me, being an ambivert I am. I cannot really started any conversation myself. Which leads to me, not having a social circles. I really hope things will be better in future but I really hope it come sooner. Sorry for the long rant. But I just need to get this off my chest as I felt very burdened and felt like I was doing something wrong which lead to the universe punishing me.🙃
I’ve never heard of a education system like that. Its interesting because in America a lot of people panic if they haven’t gotten through college by 24/25.
@@solarmoth4628 ya. In my country it’s quite common now as people focus on education. But there’s still people who just stopped after highschool at 17. But most of my friends is still taking their degree now. They’ll finish around 2024 which makes them around 24/25 when they started their full adult world
You might like Portland, OR! I finally visited this year and it was so dreamy. Lots of nature but didn't feel too small. Would love to live there one day - certain parts are like suburbs but walkable. Super cute. I grew up in MN, but have lived in San Diego, CA most of my life and Portland was kind of a wonderful mix of the two.
While I’m in college I really do hope to be able to travel and explore before settling down. I’m honestly nervous about growing up so soon and entering the adult world even tho I still have a couple more years to go before that happens
Hi Dustin!!! I honestly think you did a pretty good job adapting to LA in your first year. LA is a tough city to live in and have a community because it’s more like a group of cities clustered together under the county name. So life in LA is determined by which neighborhood you decide to live in. It’s important to keep in mind that 2021 we were still in peak pandemic season with vaccines beginning to roll out in spring 2021 so given those circumstances I would not expect anyone to have a large social life. I graduated from ucla in 2020 and in your vlogs where u visit campus i get so much painful nostalgia because although I am 24 I miss college to a certain extent in terms of being in a bubble with people my age going through similar things. At the same time it’s important to note that at large universities it is still very difficult to make friends, especially at ucla. I struggled so much to find my community at ucla and im going to be honest with you, I definitely did not. I struggled with my health throughout my time at ucla and I always say that college is a chapter. Also at ucla specifically there’s a bit of an age gap between 4 year students and transfer students where I sometimes couldn’t relate even though we were both students. That being said, i love my transfer friends. But what I mean is I remember being 19 and meeting transfer students who were 24, and I did feel a bit of a gap because i was still figuring out what major to declare whereas they were definitely certain what they wanted their career path to be. Also as a first gen student I didn’t really have a lot of guidance so I definitely made a lot of mistakes lol. I met some amazing people at ucla but also some incredibly abusive people too which affected my health. After graduation (even during pandemic season) all the friends I made including myself went in separate paths. Most of the people you meet in college you will stop speaking to, or speak less after graduation because the common thing that glued you all together was being at the same campus much like you stop speaking to most people in high school for that same reason. Not trying to sound depressing, just keeping in real. That being said, you got this and I also love your editing style + graphics 😇
Even though you are only 4 years older than me, listening to the experiences of older people makes me more free for the future. thank you for this keep doing bro! I'm inspired by you!!
Hi Dustin! I was in a similar position as you - moved to socal from my mom's house in the bay area after college graduation for work. I wanted freedom and independence. I definitely loved the ability to do whatever I want whenever I wanted, but for the most part, I felt pretty alone and isolated in socal since all my close friends were in the bay, and I didn't make good friends like i thought I would. I stayed in socal for 3 years, but with the rental market going up and me not having that much of a support system down here, I decided I would move back home with my mom. I had the same thoughts as you, that I would be regressing if I moved back, etc. But I moved back 2 weeks ago and it's definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. Definitely saving so much money on rent, and I have the flexibility to travel without having to worry about rent, bills, etc. I do miss being in socal since there's so much stuff to do and see, but at least I have the option to travel there whenever I miss it :)
Currently watching this two years late, kind of in a big huge slump, and seeking out my comfort youtubers to feel cozy. Anyways, the description at the end is SO Brussels, I had to comment! Forest(s) nearby, walkable, friendly people, flea markets and thrift shops, slow pace yet cultural things happening... I was doing a mental checklist and it's all here :) Hope you found your place anyways, I'm about to catch up on your life so I guess I'll find out!
I know you said there were a lot of comments that said you seem happier living in LA but I could tell you felt kinda stagnant and that it wasnt what you thought it would be. I know you feel like you'd be regressing if you move back home but the opportunity to be able to travel around and live wherever you want for months at a time seem like the best way for you to know where you truly want to settle down. I think you should go for it :)
Hi! I’m from Orange County and idk maybe you’d like the vibes here lmao. I grew up here and I prefer way more than deep LA. It’s more suburban/more open space and if you go the more of the North OC cities (cypress, Buena Park, etc) its very diverse in terms of Asians (im Filipino and I grew up in South OC with a predominantly white population so I felt left out a lot before moving to the other side of OC for high school). I’ve been watching your vids for a couple years now and I feel like our vibes are the same in terms of community so that’s why I’m suggesting the OC area if you’re serious about moving but want to venture out before deciding on going back home to the bay! I’m about the graduate college and I still prefer to settle down and buy a house in the OC area in the future !
Idk about the nature aspect LOL that’s more of like Seattle that you’re describing (Seattle is also very nice and I’d be down to move there for a year or 2). It is definitely more quiet in OC and If you go to the Buena Park/Cerritos area there’s hella cafes and esp Korean cafes!! The food on this side of OC is also really good too (Asian food) if that’s something you wanna consider too lmao cuz that’s something that made me so happy when I moved here and plus all the boba spots.
I feel you. I've just turned 21 and soon I will (or will not) be starting my 3rd year of uni. Currently I'm living with my parents because here we have summer holidays now so I will save up on rent. I hate my major and am seriously considering dropping out. I don't know.. I moved out from countryside to the one of the major cities in my country and I'm not happy. I spend 2 years there and I feel like I'm better at home. Even though I have toxic family and more responsibilities at home I like having all of them around and have the support whenever I need it. I also don't want to waste my and my parents money for my living costs in that city. I hate that major, struggle mentally (there are more days when I can't function like a normal person than when I'm somehow ok) and I'm very lonely as I don't have any friends in that city. What's more, I can't make friends or in general socialize with people. At home I have my family, don't pay for rent and have loved ones close. The only drawback is opportunities, here, in the countryside there are no job vacancies. Occasionally something like a job in grocery store or restaurant will come up but that's basically it. Another thing that really bothers me is the fact that everyone knows each other here. I can't even go for a run without people gossiping about me. Working in this area would be a nightmare and I don't want to work as a shop assistant my whole life. I don't know what to do. I don't exactly love working on my parents' farm but still, I miss home. I need to add that I am suicidal and my mental health keeps deteriorating rapidly. That's why I don't really care about my education or job or whatever.
Hi Dustin! Long-time viewer, but I’m sure this is my first time commenting. 1) you got me! I literally paused the video and put down what you said in my “quotes” notes right before you quoted yourself lol 2) I have done the same thing (24 and in grad school now), didn’t wanna stay home but wanted to stay in Texas. Anyways I’m in Austin, TX now! I know that’s too far for where you’d wanna live probably, but you should give it a chance of you’re planning to travel anyway! It checks off a lot of the boxes you mentioned: nature and city, people everywhere at dog parks and such, coffee shops galore, and it’s the live music capital (and actual capital) of Texas! I also don’t see myself settling anywhere yet… I too want to travel and try living in a bunch of different places, but I gotta finish grad school first. Too late to drop out now! Anyways hope this helped or was reassuring in some way:) Keep chasing your dreams!! *oh also I’m an art major and this is a very artsy place for creative types
It’s so interesting to me how we all experience the same things, thoughts during our 20s,,,,I had a chance to rent an apartment and move from dormitory but now I feel lonely quite often and have to take care of my time, I try to spend it doing hobbies, but it’s not always helpful, i do still feel lonely 😞I also think that I’m still on my journey of making true friends and building sincere friendship
I don’t know if it’s just me hoping to be best friends but if you’re looking for a city with nature and outdoors but still a little bit of an active life-look at Chattanooga!!!! I go to college here, but it’s been such a wonderful place to meet people and do things. It’s also in such a great location between Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, Asheville, etc. :,)
i relate to this. i moved out 2 yrs ago to the city bcus i always craved something different, but after only 6 months i realized i didn't crave that... i craved the IDEA of it. it wasn't for me at all, and now i live in a house on a farm next door to my parents lol... but i have never felt more peaceful and loving life more
omg unrelated i also went to the Shawn Mendes + Alessia Cara concert haha, related tho i'm about to be a senior in high school so it's very interesting to me to listen to different people's experiences after high school
hi dustin!! just wanna say thanks for being so open about this weird period no one really talks about, it's really nice seeing someone put all my thoughts into words. i don't have any solid advice since i'm going through the same thing rn but i really believe everyone going through this will get to a point where we can look back on this and be glad we kept trying to make it work. wishing you and everyone reading this the best of luck!! 🫶🏼
I feel like feeling content in adulthood is one of those things that takes time, so don't feel too burdened that you not moving or getting there quick enough. opportunity always appears when you actively looking, even if it takes a bit longer. it's a bit like moving in water. you will get there
i honestly wish i had a friend like dustin to do spontaneous things with but i'm in the same position of not having friends to do that with! it can be pretty lonely wanting to go out and do things but not having people to do those things with, i miss having fun :(
If you ever end up wanting to come to New England, you should stay in the Pioneer Valley! It's kind of rural, but there are A LOT of queer people, and there are a bunch of colleges around, so there's also a young vibe. I think it's a cool and underrated place (I guess I'm biased because I live here but yeah)
I think the media romanticize moving out and living in a big city so much. There was a time when I was so excited to move and when people said I grew up in a such a cool place I would shrug them off. Now it's like I can't imagine moving to a smaller town because I grew up in a big city and there are things I can't see myself not having easy access to but a city bigger than mine feels like a lot. I don't wanna live in a concrete jungle I need clean air and nature to breathe. For me my surrounding matters alot like currently I'm offered to move to a city where the weather is like perfect all the time. People tell me it's a good opportunity and I should go but I'm like I can't imagine living in a place where I don't crave for winters in summer and summer in winter, where I yearn for rain but get tired with it if it ruins my plans. For me changing seasons/weather signifies time is ticking and just like nature I need to evolve too.
@@RADIYAH30 ♥️♥️ I think if a place calls you then your heart and everything will align even with anxiety and choas of moving. People might call me dumb (even my younger self) when I'm ready to give up a really good opportunity and getting to live in a dream city but at this point if my heart isn't happy with the decision, I don't wanna do it. I think if it's the right decision our heart tells us that it is, even if you're damn scared you will do it because Deep down you know even with pain and struggle you truly wants it.
tbh as a commuting college student, its still a little difficult just cuz I just go to school for my classses and head back when I’m done so don’t worry you’re not missing too much
I totally understand you. I'm finishing my bachelor's degree and I'm planning to move to another city for master's degree. I don't really have friends here and I don't like the city. I want to experience more, see how it is in a different city. Thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️
Dustin! LA is amazing, plenty things to do and explore😎, you should try a little bit more. I lived there for 3 years. Kinda uphill at the beginning, but you’ll find your place eventually. Parents is OK, saving money, security, but if you are seeking freedom, you gotta pay some tolls at the beginning. Find yourself a nice LA guy, get in love, and your perspective will change completely 🥰.
Hey Dustin, if you decide you don't want to move back home, there are a ton of cool cities, it would be cool to travel them or choose one to stay for months at a time. I want to give advice but mostly I just know Seattle. Seattle has different parts within the city like Capital Hill (would not recommend living downtown, you can easily get there via the link train). Cap Hill is super cute, walkable, pet and lgbt friendly, so many good cafes/libraries/book stores. It has a nightlife as well but you can very easily avoid loudness and parties by living one or two streets away from a main street. There is a thing called the Seattle Freeze where it's hard to make friends, but lately I've been meeting new people via social media like LEX (if ur into that kind of thing). Also, by going to stores or cafes often you meet new people and befriend the workers! UW/downtown/international district are all just a train ride away. Also, rents not too bad. I would recommend a place like this! Brooklyn, NYC is also similar I have heard :)! Love your videos btw!
Chicago, Philadelphia, Illinois, New Jersey, Boston, Cleveland, in these areas where they actually have decent transit and walkable cities, I think you might find what you need :)
Ohhh i saw ur vid of dropping out of college and lot of videos where you were just speaking ur mind, which is something a loaoaoave abt ur channel. Idk what to say , out of the positive shit life sucks fr, hope the very best for u , you're not least than anybody in anything.
baby there’s more to LA county than LA in itself. It’s a go to for people in your age group as a given without knowing anything in it or how to exactly digest it, that’s why most people leave. I suggest you challenge yourself at least once a month to travel to a new city within LA county, get a feel for the area and maybe discover you could be more comfortable in it. There are some parts that don’t even feel like LA, like their own little world. I’m from Long Beach born and raised, and I can 100% vouch that it’s a different world here. Same could be said for other parts of CA, like Santa Barbara, Laguna Beach, etc. start off with the beach cities! Best of luck
yo i reccommend Saratoga NY if u wanna live in ny and experience the weather. There are mountains if you drive north, theres also a bunch of small cities, parks, and little towns with cute shops by lake sides not too far from there and the population is not too condensed but its close enough where you feel like u can meet ppl, and its pretty close to albany (the capital)
If ur looking for places to try out, I cannot recommend San Diego enough. I don’t live there but I’ve been there twice. It’s a pretty safe place and pretty well priced. The Gas Lamp Quarter and Little Italy are lively and walkable. I don’t want to over-sell it cause it has its cons like any other city but I’d say give it a chance. 💖
You sound like a great brother, I wish and hope to have a sibling like you. Cheers cheers, we pray for your growth and ours! We love our reflecting king ❤️
I’m in my last year of hs and I’m stressing out sm. I want to travel everywhere but then again, I’m broke and don’t want to experience it alone. Plus, my parents retire in 8 years which means I don’t have a lot of time to become “successful”… I just wanna live bro
Okay I hope you see this because your dream location is literally where my last assignment was at (travel nurse) go to south central Houston I specifically was in the med district but I feel like it perfect encapsulates everything your describing. It’s a pricey area but totally do able and it’s filleddddd with young people, there is so much to do, so much fun nightlife the food is amazing cafe game incredible. Gyms amazing. Also the structure of the city is basically just a bunch of suburbs stuck together but with huge huge huge parks inbetween. There is so much Forrest and green everywhere! Bonus every one there is like permanently in college mindset because everyone is a foreigner there, literally in my entire 4 months there Met two people who are actually from Houston. Everyone moves there and all wants to make friends. I hope you see this cause I know if I could I’d move back there in a heartbeat!
i remember watching dustin's video when covid hits sooooo many times. at that time, i'm still in online school and he just dropped out. and now, I'm a college student.....
"attractive doesn't mean they are good in bed, and ugly doesnt mean they deserve to live"
~ Trixie Mattel ❤️✝️
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deserve to live?? omg I dont know about this- what do they mean-
@marshmxllow fluff lmao it's nothing serious they were being satirical about last part
i love your pfp btw🥺
Your editing and thumbnails are literally the best
hi dustin! i graduated uni at 19 and went straight into my industry (2 year program, long story haha! im 22 now tho) but i totally understand being kinda stuck b/t two worlds: the college uni days and the adult working world. i went fast thru uni, and so most of my friends were still in school and i felt disconnected from their world and their problems. i had all these adult problems to deal with while also feeling like a kid surrounded by these adults in the office and that definitely made me feel really alone. it's difficult and hard to deal with, the loneliness. as a 22y/o, i also wish i could continue to be immature and do stupid shit at 2am!! and sometimes i do!! we're not as mature as you might think haha. i don't have any real solid advice, but during this weird inbetween time, i wish you good luck. reach out to old friends and put yourself out there, people are much more forgiving and kind than you might realize!
If you don't mind me asking, which industry?
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I think Seattle would be worth visiting as well! It’s very nature-y with a ton of young and creative people. At least from my experience, It’s much more laid back than LA without sacrificing the city aspect.
Literally my thoughts!
when you were talking about being the product of your environment, i remembered a phrase from I Kissed Shara Wheeler, a book i read last month. it says “And if the person you feel like you have to be in this town doesn’t feel right to you, you’re allowed to leave. You’re allowed to exist. Even if it means existing somewhere else.”
if you decide to move back home but still have a little bit of doubt, keep in mind that you won’t know if that’s the best decision until you try it :-). traveling to different places to see how you like them sounds like a great idea, i truly hope you get to find somewhere to call home and live a calm life
i love that book omg
@@meelya5080 omg, saaaame 🥺!! who’s your favorite character?
@@saturnvmin i loved georgia!! and chloe obv, honestly all characters were likeable to me tbh, how about you?
@@meelya5080 omg, georgia!! she’s also my friend’s favorite character
honestly you're just SUCH GOOD best friend material and I'm actually envious of people who get to know you irl (in a very non creepy way ofc)
"Ugly people are boring too so might as well date hot people" amen
Dustin, your video always makes me laugh and though you're only a few months older than me, it feels like over the past few years while watching your video I've somehow been able to grow along with you. I believe many people who watch your videos feel that same way too. In some ways, watching your video makes me feel less lonely and you make me see the beauty in the little things in life :)
ahh so true ;) lovely to see u here korejoons i luv ur animations sm
@@iheartravi haha omg! Can't believe I'm being recognized under a dustin video XD
thank you so much! Glad to know we have the same taste hehe
Thankyou for making such a raw and honest video. I’ve been working fulltime since I was 18 and finished school, sometimes I wish I could have a life similar to my peers who are at university, partying, socialising, travelling etc. but it’s so important to remember that everyone is in different seasons of life. I love the saying “you can have everything, just not all at once”.
i can completely relate to moving a bit impulsively and then realizing its the place you chose isnt for you. im currently thinking about moving back home to my suburb and id love to travel more. this is also coming from someone who has graduated college, has a job in retail rather than her field, and feels like their floating. it’s all a process and we’ll figure it out.
being home to watch your little sister grow up & sibling guilt is such a sweet & mature reason you’re considering =‘) love your channel, dustin!
i think whether you're tied to being young or being old, it's important to remember to do as you please. i think when you do, people will come to you vs having to reach out. at first, it's a lonesome process, but it's also nourishing for your soul, and then soon others. :3
I’ve been more crying these days, dropped out of college and had to start working early than most of my peers just to survive because I had nobody supporting me. Most of batch mates just graduated and I’m not really jealous, but I do want to try getting my portrait taken in a toga & I miss having fun. I was a ball of anxiety during college because I did it overseas and was painfully shy, and had low self-esteem. Now I’m just living and trying to survive and it’s lonely being in a new place and not knowing who you can trust and not having friends you can just hang with.
You don't want to go back to your home country?
I feel so related to in this video. I chose to take a leap and go to a college that none of my friends were going to. I thought I'd be part of some huge friendgroup and have lots of new "teenage" experiences. I did end up meeting lots of new people but the more people I knew the lonelier I felt. Something I'd never experienced before. I'm still figuring out ways to deal with that feeling now but I find that reconnecting with family and old friends has really helped.
a lot of people are saying to move to portland, but it’s also very white. the vibe is fun and has a lot of qualities that you’re looking for, but i feel like there’s a lot of performative activism and it can be really isolating to live here as a poc.
ah i see definitely will take that into consideration if i decide to travel there
This is your journey and I’m here to support! I love that you wanna travel and be around your family, this is the time of figuring things out!
There is nothing more i love then just watching his videos after a whole ass mental breakdown his voice really does calms me down ig
this video really stuck with me...I just graduated from college this past may and immediately moved to Bangkok, Thailand from a small town in Wisconsin. Making adult friendships is SO fucking difficult. Traveling alone and entering a culture that is so unfamiliar (don't know the language, don't understand the culture, no friends, etc) has been SO difficult but i also don't regret it. Its like this weird battle between ugh i wanna go back home and feel comfortable and I know i need to be uncomfortable at this stage in my life to grow. LOVE your videos Dustin, thank you for your words
dustin i love this so much
you have no idea how long ive wanted to hear someone talk about this. Life has been weird and i miss being a stupid teen, but thanks to you i dont feel so alone
thank you sm for what you do, youre doing an amazing job
dustin your ability to be completely transparent with not only yourself but also with your audience is astounding. we are all forever grateful to have been able to grow up with you
with what you’re describing as your “ideal living location”, i really recommend port washington in wisconsin. though it’s very far from sacramento, it’s a nice cute town right on the lake. there’s lots of small shops and if you ever want to go to the actual city it’s about a 30 minute drive from milwaukee. really anywhere from port washington to the milwaukee area is really nice.
This is like a little bit heavy for me too bc i cam relate SO MUCH, but also kinda comforting bc oh okay I’m not alone in this situation… you and many people in this comment section are experiencing somewhat the same thing that make me thinking “ah okay this happened to alot of people, means that a lot of people find a way too and i will too one day.”
Enjoyed the catchup dustin! I just wanted to personally thank you for sharing these videos. I've had a rough road since graduating highschool with personal family problems so I haven't been able to properly ever start a uni life. I turned 20 recently as well and it feels like I'm growing up with you (sorry if this sounds creepy). I dont really have much friends my age around me and if I do, they're kind of on a different wavelength to me. You sharing these videos makes me feel less alone. Thank you for always sharing your authentic self and vulnerability to people!
noooooo cuz why did i start crying as soon as you mentioned sibling guilt T^T
i'm really glad you made this catch-up video, and want to reiterate that you're definitely NOT going back to square one if you move back home. like you said, you've gained new experiences and get to take those with you, regardless of where you end up living.
i'm honestly in no position to give advice, but i wish you the best of luck~
also the vibes in this video were immaculate
very unrelated but ur bathroom is literally so beautiful i love the colour of the tiles
the short hai ;) looks so good on u
I'm 6 months post-grad and I've met some new friends with bumble bff! It sounds really corny when you think about finding friends on a dating app, but that section of bumble has allowed me to meet some really cool people recently! I loved this video a lot and feel a lot of similarities with growing as a person based on your environment. Also I think traveling would be great way to explore the world and get to know yourself better!
This gorgeous gorgeous man brings me peace😭
Most of us don't really have a choice but to end up becoming mature at a very young age .Can totally relate to everything you said! You got this. You'll eventually find your place. 'Hope' it is 💜 lots of love 😘
This is literally my comfort zone whenever i want to chill i watch ur videos its so relaxing 💕💕
i really loved this video and how honest and genuine it was because it truly helps me realize what I am feeling too. I’m still in Highschool and a junior now and I’ve lived in NY my whole life since I could remember but the older I get I’m realizing I’m not such a city person all the time and I like quiet that’s not too extreme and lots of nature because it brings me peace. I want to be able to move out of New York when I’m done with Highschool because I feel like New York isn’t just the same anymore and has become so saturated and it’s not fun to be here. It’s definitely changed for better or for worse. I’d like to experience a different vibe and more peaceful environment. It’s definitely a balancing act because I come from a family who didn’t have much financially so I just want us to live comfortably in the future and be able to live my life without regret or being held back.
I haven't been able to make actual friends in university either because we started during the pandemic and after that we had in-person classes for only half a year before summer holiday... so it's not as easy as just going to college or university
Been going through the same experience; it really isn’t easy
totally relate to the "i want to watch my siblings grow up" part. iam a child of divorce, both of my siblings live with my mom in my hometown and me and my dad stay in our current home. i feel sad knowing i'll never be with them and watch them grow up and cant help them when they're struggling with something in school, or having a problem with their friends just like what ive experienced during my childhood. since my mom is working, im worried that they will got lonely and have nobody to talk to, but i also cant live there since i need to finish college and work here.
thank you for letting me share this, really appreciate your sharing, its def makes some people who feels the same thing less alone 💗
I’ve been working full time for the past year and a half as a co-op student still in uni. I totally relate! I’ve been working a desk job since I was 19, the youngest person in my office. Now, my co-op is complete and I go back to uni in September. In some ways it feels like I’m regressing, going from working in my field to being back in school. Im only 20 but im not sure if I can relate to people my age anymore, but I also cant relate to the people in their older 20s. Im excited to be back in school, to at least be around people my age, but I feel like I’ve matured far far faster than most people, and its a very surreal experience. Its also a pretty lonely experience. But its good to remember I’m still young, I have my whole life ahead of me even if I feel like im 80 right now. This feeling is temporary and its okay to feel like I’m in a bit of a rut right now. Some things just take their time. Life is a long journey, it doesn’t begin once you’ve met your goals. I think the one thing I’ve learned over the past year is that life can be a little slow. No matter how hard I try to rush through the boring bits, things just need to take their time, and thats okay!
You know what I love about u?
U aren’t afraid to be urself and u just flip the society off!
as a college dropout, i’m excited for this one, woo!!!
chatty videos are literally the best and the editing is just chefs kiss
come to Boston there's so many college aged people and it's also easy to have weekend trips to NYC, Connecticut, Vermont, etc. just went to Vermont a few weeks ago and the nature is beautiful
I know it’s just advice from a stranger but I completely agree with moving home n using your money for travelling. I understand why you want to stay in one place for a month n move somewhere else and tbh airbnb is a good option for that bc they have a lot of good deals for staying a month somewhere. So it’s definitely something you should look into and who knows you might find someplace n fall in love with it. If you do decide to travel come to scotland I’m sure you’d love edinburgh plus it will give u somewhere free to stay 🫶
I've watched Dustin for a few years now. I never felt this but I felt so connected with this video. As a 22 years old youngsters, I felt like I've grown so fast compare to my other friends. Most of them are still in universities as it's quite different in my country cause we finish high school at 17 and our high school didn't provide Diploma. It's just a cert and you need to take your pre-uni/diploma for 1.5-3 years after high school and getting a degree for another 4 years. Which means, adulting usually starts at the age of 24-25. As for me, I have started to work for almost a year and a half now. And I have been living on my own and paying bills and all this adult shit for almost a year now. I really missed those days of not stressing about bill, taxes, debt and seeing my friend living the "youth" lifestyle really bring me some type of jealousy. Also me, being an ambivert I am. I cannot really started any conversation myself. Which leads to me, not having a social circles. I really hope things will be better in future but I really hope it come sooner.
Sorry for the long rant. But I just need to get this off my chest as I felt very burdened and felt like I was doing something wrong which lead to the universe punishing me.🙃
I’ve never heard of a education system like that. Its interesting because in America a lot of people panic if they haven’t gotten through college by 24/25.
@@solarmoth4628 ya. In my country it’s quite common now as people focus on education. But there’s still people who just stopped after highschool at 17. But most of my friends is still taking their degree now. They’ll finish around 2024 which makes them around 24/25 when they started their full adult world
You might like Portland, OR! I finally visited this year and it was so dreamy. Lots of nature but didn't feel too small. Would love to live there one day - certain parts are like suburbs but walkable. Super cute. I grew up in MN, but have lived in San Diego, CA most of my life and Portland was kind of a wonderful mix of the two.
While I’m in college I really do hope to be able to travel and explore before settling down. I’m honestly nervous about growing up so soon and entering the adult world even tho I still have a couple more years to go before that happens
Hi Dustin!!! I honestly think you did a pretty good job adapting to LA in your first year. LA is a tough city to live in and have a community because it’s more like a group of cities clustered together under the county name. So life in LA is determined by which neighborhood you decide to live in. It’s important to keep in mind that 2021 we were still in peak pandemic season with vaccines beginning to roll out in spring 2021 so given those circumstances I would not expect anyone to have a large social life. I graduated from ucla in 2020 and in your vlogs where u visit campus i get so much painful nostalgia because although I am 24 I miss college to a certain extent in terms of being in a bubble with people my age going through similar things. At the same time it’s important to note that at large universities it is still very difficult to make friends, especially at ucla. I struggled so much to find my community at ucla and im going to be honest with you, I definitely did not. I struggled with my health throughout my time at ucla and I always say that college is a chapter. Also at ucla specifically there’s a bit of an age gap between 4 year students and transfer students where I sometimes couldn’t relate even though we were both students. That being said, i love my transfer friends. But what I mean is I remember being 19 and meeting transfer students who were 24, and I did feel a bit of a gap because i was still figuring out what major to declare whereas they were definitely certain what they wanted their career path to be. Also as a first gen student I didn’t really have a lot of guidance so I definitely made a lot of mistakes lol. I met some amazing people at ucla but also some incredibly abusive people too which affected my health. After graduation (even during pandemic season) all the friends I made including myself went in separate paths. Most of the people you meet in college you will stop speaking to, or speak less after graduation because the common thing that glued you all together was being at the same campus much like you stop speaking to most people in high school for that same reason. Not trying to sound depressing, just keeping in real. That being said, you got this and I also love your editing style + graphics 😇
literally been binge watching your videos all day! so happy for this new one!!!! :)
love your chatting vid
Even though you are only 4 years older than me, listening to the experiences of older people makes me more free for the future. thank you for this keep doing bro! I'm inspired by you!!
UGH I LOVE THE NEW HAIR SO MUCH
Highly recommend the inland empire closer to la county! You would be in the middle of the mountains, dessert, and beach
Hi Dustin! I was in a similar position as you - moved to socal from my mom's house in the bay area after college graduation for work. I wanted freedom and independence. I definitely loved the ability to do whatever I want whenever I wanted, but for the most part, I felt pretty alone and isolated in socal since all my close friends were in the bay, and I didn't make good friends like i thought I would. I stayed in socal for 3 years, but with the rental market going up and me not having that much of a support system down here, I decided I would move back home with my mom. I had the same thoughts as you, that I would be regressing if I moved back, etc. But I moved back 2 weeks ago and it's definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. Definitely saving so much money on rent, and I have the flexibility to travel without having to worry about rent, bills, etc. I do miss being in socal since there's so much stuff to do and see, but at least I have the option to travel there whenever I miss it :)
Loveee the Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum :) Thank you for the love! x
Seattle is a pretty chill city with lots of nature around it!
ur videos literally feel like a therapy session to me
Currently watching this two years late, kind of in a big huge slump, and seeking out my comfort youtubers to feel cozy. Anyways, the description at the end is SO Brussels, I had to comment! Forest(s) nearby, walkable, friendly people, flea markets and thrift shops, slow pace yet cultural things happening... I was doing a mental checklist and it's all here :) Hope you found your place anyways, I'm about to catch up on your life so I guess I'll find out!
why did i find your channel so late!?!?
i dont think i have ever related to a youtuber more!
sending only love to you
Thank you Dustin, your videos are so comforting. I feel like I'm listening to my best friend that understands me♡
I know you said there were a lot of comments that said you seem happier living in LA but I could tell you felt kinda stagnant and that it wasnt what you thought it would be. I know you feel like you'd be regressing if you move back home but the opportunity to be able to travel around and live wherever you want for months at a time seem like the best way for you to know where you truly want to settle down. I think you should go for it :)
That mirror shot is so smart
Hi! I’m from Orange County and idk maybe you’d like the vibes here lmao. I grew up here and I prefer way more than deep LA. It’s more suburban/more open space and if you go the more of the North OC cities (cypress, Buena Park, etc) its very diverse in terms of Asians (im Filipino and I grew up in South OC with a predominantly white population so I felt left out a lot before moving to the other side of OC for high school). I’ve been watching your vids for a couple years now and I feel like our vibes are the same in terms of community so that’s why I’m suggesting the OC area if you’re serious about moving but want to venture out before deciding on going back home to the bay! I’m about the graduate college and I still prefer to settle down and buy a house in the OC area in the future !
Idk about the nature aspect LOL that’s more of like Seattle that you’re describing (Seattle is also very nice and I’d be down to move there for a year or 2). It is definitely more quiet in OC and If you go to the Buena Park/Cerritos area there’s hella cafes and esp Korean cafes!! The food on this side of OC is also really good too (Asian food) if that’s something you wanna consider too lmao cuz that’s something that made me so happy when I moved here and plus all the boba spots.
I love the vibes of your videos its so peaceful and fun to watch
I feel you. I've just turned 21 and soon I will (or will not) be starting my 3rd year of uni. Currently I'm living with my parents because here we have summer holidays now so I will save up on rent. I hate my major and am seriously considering dropping out. I don't know.. I moved out from countryside to the one of the major cities in my country and I'm not happy. I spend 2 years there and I feel like I'm better at home. Even though I have toxic family and more responsibilities at home I like having all of them around and have the support whenever I need it. I also don't want to waste my and my parents money for my living costs in that city. I hate that major, struggle mentally (there are more days when I can't function like a normal person than when I'm somehow ok) and I'm very lonely as I don't have any friends in that city. What's more, I can't make friends or in general socialize with people. At home I have my family, don't pay for rent and have loved ones close. The only drawback is opportunities, here, in the countryside there are no job vacancies. Occasionally something like a job in grocery store or restaurant will come up but that's basically it. Another thing that really bothers me is the fact that everyone knows each other here. I can't even go for a run without people gossiping about me. Working in this area would be a nightmare and I don't want to work as a shop assistant my whole life. I don't know what to do. I don't exactly love working on my parents' farm but still, I miss home.
I need to add that I am suicidal and my mental health keeps deteriorating rapidly. That's why I don't really care about my education or job or whatever.
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Hi Dustin! Long-time viewer, but I’m sure this is my first time commenting.
1) you got me! I literally paused the video and put down what you said in my “quotes” notes right before you quoted yourself lol
2) I have done the same thing (24 and in grad school now), didn’t wanna stay home but wanted to stay in Texas. Anyways I’m in Austin, TX now! I know that’s too far for where you’d wanna live probably, but you should give it a chance of you’re planning to travel anyway! It checks off a lot of the boxes you mentioned: nature and city, people everywhere at dog parks and such, coffee shops galore, and it’s the live music capital (and actual capital) of Texas!
I also don’t see myself settling anywhere yet… I too want to travel and try living in a bunch of different places, but I gotta finish grad school first. Too late to drop out now!
Anyways hope this helped or was reassuring in some way:)
Keep chasing your dreams!!
*oh also I’m an art major and this is a very artsy place for creative types
Thank u 444 opening up 222 us❤️- sending u positive vibes/ energy✨
It’s so interesting to me how we all experience the same things, thoughts during our 20s,,,,I had a chance to rent an apartment and move from dormitory but now I feel lonely quite often and have to take care of my time, I try to spend it doing hobbies, but it’s not always helpful, i do still feel lonely 😞I also think that I’m still on my journey of making true friends and building sincere friendship
I don’t know if it’s just me hoping to be best friends but if you’re looking for a city with nature and outdoors but still a little bit of an active life-look at Chattanooga!!!! I go to college here, but it’s been such a wonderful place to meet people and do things. It’s also in such a great location between Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis, Asheville, etc. :,)
Dustin talking beautiful things:
ME: LOOK AT THAT GLOWING FACE OMGGGGGGG
i relate to this. i moved out 2 yrs ago to the city bcus i always craved something different, but after only 6 months i realized i didn't crave that... i craved the IDEA of it. it wasn't for me at all, and now i live in a house on a farm next door to my parents lol... but i have never felt more peaceful and loving life more
I live in sac and honestly, watching lady bird made me appreciate it so much more
i was literally just watching your last vlog and after i finished it i was hoping that you posted something and you did yayyy!!!!
These edits are everything and the music 🎶 chefs kiss
LOVE THE HAIR! also great vid dustin
The fact that you want to watch Destiny grow up is so sweet, i'm the youngest sibiling, my 2 older brothers left :(
This was a really nice video to listen to. Always a fan of hearing ur thoughts dustin ❤
omg unrelated i also went to the Shawn Mendes + Alessia Cara concert haha, related tho i'm about to be a senior in high school so it's very interesting to me to listen to different people's experiences after high school
hi dustin!! just wanna say thanks for being so open about this weird period no one really talks about, it's really nice seeing someone put all my thoughts into words. i don't have any solid advice since i'm going through the same thing rn but i really believe everyone going through this will get to a point where we can look back on this and be glad we kept trying to make it work. wishing you and everyone reading this the best of luck!! 🫶🏼
maybe seattle would be a good fit for you! it’s small and still has tons of accessible nature and cool activities and different cultures :)
I feel like feeling content in adulthood is one of those things that takes time, so don't feel too burdened that you not moving or getting there quick enough. opportunity always appears when you actively looking, even if it takes a bit longer. it's a bit like moving in water. you will get there
i honestly wish i had a friend like dustin to do spontaneous things with but i'm in the same position of not having friends to do that with! it can be pretty lonely wanting to go out and do things but not having people to do those things with, i miss having fun :(
If you ever end up wanting to come to New England, you should stay in the Pioneer Valley! It's kind of rural, but there are A LOT of queer people, and there are a bunch of colleges around, so there's also a young vibe. I think it's a cool and underrated place (I guess I'm biased because I live here but yeah)
I think the media romanticize moving out and living in a big city so much. There was a time when I was so excited to move and when people said I grew up in a such a cool place I would shrug them off.
Now it's like I can't imagine moving to a smaller town because I grew up in a big city and there are things I can't see myself not having easy access to but a city bigger than mine feels like a lot. I don't wanna live in a concrete jungle I need clean air and nature to breathe.
For me my surrounding matters alot like currently I'm offered to move to a city where the weather is like perfect all the time. People tell me it's a good opportunity and I should go but I'm like I can't imagine living in a place where I don't crave for winters in summer and summer in winter, where I yearn for rain but get tired with it if it ruins my plans. For me changing seasons/weather signifies time is ticking and just like nature I need to evolve too.
I agree with this and that’s beautiful
@@RADIYAH30 ♥️♥️
I think if a place calls you then your heart and everything will align even with anxiety and choas of moving.
People might call me dumb (even my younger self) when I'm ready to give up a really good opportunity and getting to live in a dream city but at this point if my heart isn't happy with the decision, I don't wanna do it. I think if it's the right decision our heart tells us that it is, even if you're damn scared you will do it because Deep down you know even with pain and struggle you truly wants it.
tbh as a commuting college student, its still a little difficult just cuz I just go to school for my classses and head back when I’m done so don’t worry you’re not missing too much
I totally understand you. I'm finishing my bachelor's degree and I'm planning to move to another city for master's degree. I don't really have friends here and I don't like the city. I want to experience more, see how it is in a different city. Thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️
Dustin! LA is amazing, plenty things to do and explore😎, you should try a little bit more. I lived there for 3 years. Kinda uphill at the beginning, but you’ll find your place eventually.
Parents is OK, saving money, security, but if you are seeking freedom, you gotta pay some tolls at the beginning.
Find yourself a nice LA guy, get in love, and your perspective will change completely 🥰.
Hey Dustin, if you decide you don't want to move back home, there are a ton of cool cities, it would be cool to travel them or choose one to stay for months at a time. I want to give advice but mostly I just know Seattle. Seattle has different parts within the city like Capital Hill (would not recommend living downtown, you can easily get there via the link train). Cap Hill is super cute, walkable, pet and lgbt friendly, so many good cafes/libraries/book stores. It has a nightlife as well but you can very easily avoid loudness and parties by living one or two streets away from a main street. There is a thing called the Seattle Freeze where it's hard to make friends, but lately I've been meeting new people via social media like LEX (if ur into that kind of thing). Also, by going to stores or cafes often you meet new people and befriend the workers! UW/downtown/international district are all just a train ride away. Also, rents not too bad. I would recommend a place like this! Brooklyn, NYC is also similar I have heard :)! Love your videos btw!
Chicago, Philadelphia, Illinois, New Jersey, Boston, Cleveland, in these areas where they actually have decent transit and walkable cities, I think you might find what you need :)
Ohhh i saw ur vid of dropping out of college and lot of videos where you were just speaking ur mind, which is something a loaoaoave abt ur channel. Idk what to say , out of the positive shit life sucks fr, hope the very best for u , you're not least than anybody in anything.
baby there’s more to LA county than LA in itself. It’s a go to for people in your age group as a given without knowing anything in it or how to exactly digest it, that’s why most people leave. I suggest you challenge yourself at least once a month to travel to a new city within LA county, get a feel for the area and maybe discover you could be more comfortable in it. There are some parts that don’t even feel like LA, like their own little world. I’m from Long Beach born and raised, and I can 100% vouch that it’s a different world here. Same could be said for other parts of CA, like Santa Barbara, Laguna Beach, etc. start off with the beach cities! Best of luck
this was a very soothing video!! thanks for the good vibes my guy
The subtle zelda’s song playing 🙌
yo i reccommend Saratoga NY if u wanna live in ny and experience the weather. There are mountains if you drive north, theres also a bunch of small cities, parks, and little towns with cute shops by lake sides not too far from there and the population is not too condensed but its close enough where you feel like u can meet ppl, and its pretty close to albany (the capital)
i feel like you should check out portland, oregon! from what you described, it seems like it could be your vibe :)
Dustin is literally the voice inside my head.❤🦋
i love you!! here for you always!!
If ur looking for places to try out, I cannot recommend San Diego enough. I don’t live there but I’ve been there twice. It’s a pretty safe place and pretty well priced. The Gas Lamp Quarter and Little Italy are lively and walkable. I don’t want to over-sell it cause it has its cons like any other city but I’d say give it a chance. 💖
You sound like a great brother, I wish and hope to have a sibling like you. Cheers cheers, we pray for your growth and ours! We love our reflecting king ❤️
I could listen to you forever
I’m in my last year of hs and I’m stressing out sm. I want to travel everywhere but then again, I’m broke and don’t want to experience it alone. Plus, my parents retire in 8 years which means I don’t have a lot of time to become “successful”… I just wanna live bro
Okay I hope you see this because your dream location is literally where my last assignment was at (travel nurse) go to south central Houston I specifically was in the med district but I feel like it perfect encapsulates everything your describing. It’s a pricey area but totally do able and it’s filleddddd with young people, there is so much to do, so much fun nightlife the food is amazing cafe game incredible. Gyms amazing. Also the structure of the city is basically just a bunch of suburbs stuck together but with huge huge huge parks inbetween. There is so much Forrest and green everywhere! Bonus every one there is like permanently in college mindset because everyone is a foreigner there, literally in my entire 4 months there Met two people who are actually from Houston. Everyone moves there and all wants to make friends. I hope you see this cause I know if I could I’d move back there in a heartbeat!
it’s my last day of summer today and you definitely make going back to school seem better than how it would be ;)) thx
i remember watching dustin's video when covid hits sooooo many times. at that time, i'm still in online school and he just dropped out. and now, I'm a college student.....
You make laugh so much. Love you dustin.