This!!!!! I was born and raised in a small town in Jalisco, moved to California when I was 11. Last year my whole family made a trip to my home town, 2 kids and husband he’s American and he feels the same way, he felt so much peace ☮️
What city are u in is it close to the border or inland we are a family of 7 one online income one server bartender 15 years experience we want to move to mx so bad
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and for your support. I am happy that you are also going to give yourself a break, too! We deserve it, sis. We deserve it. ❤
I'm half Mexican and half Philippine. Ever since 2016 elections I have not been happy or feel the sense of pride of being an American. I feel so so sad with all the injustices that has been going on with innocent people being killed by police due to racism and the so called president supporting this and breaking up what little unity we had. I don't feel safe. I just want to live in peace. If he gets reelected, for sure I'm moving to Mexico. Young lady, you hang in there. May GOD Bless you and watch over you always. 🌷🌼💕
I feel you!!! 2020 is the great reshuffling. We need to cut cost and save while living a good life in the midst of this turbulence ✨ keep shining and living 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Shameless Maya You already know you were a huge inspiration for me! 💛💛💛 Much love to you girl and I couldn’t agree with you more! 🙏🏽 Hope to see you soon 😘
shameless maya knows about that life....that mobile life...will move..will have new experiences..it beats being still and wondering what if???? My worst case scenarios are always extreme, laughable and most unlikely to happen. Bless you both on all your endeavors.
@@peace3087 I am from the Caribbean island of 🇩🇲 Dominica very little is said about it. We have lots of Europeans visiting/moving more than Americans. The islands are more accepting of African Americans
I'm a Mexican living in California and I totally understand and agree with you. I feel tired too and I don't even understand why. Welcome to my country and have what you are looking for.
How, as a U.S. citizen, were you allowed to move to Denmark??? I know that typically 90 days is the limit, so please tell us how you pulled that off Ashley?
Yaaaaayyyyy!!!! I’m considering a move abroad as well. As far as what I’d like to see: LOGISTICS! Did you drive? Fly? What did you do with your stuff? What was the Visa process like? How did you find a place to live?
if you’re comfortable a breakdown on expenses ! I feel like a lot of times the reasoning why many of us feel things like this is unattainable is because we don’t know what it really looks like to do so
I've been living in Mexico since Dec 2019. I'm currently in the city of La Paz. My condo is a gated and furnished 1bd with utilities, wifi, and drinking water included for 7500 pesos per month (~$350USD). I'm five blocks from the ocean in the historic Centro district. An uber ride in the city $2USD. My weekly housekeeper is $15USD with tip included. An average restaurant meal is $10USD. A margarita is $3USD. My highest weekly grocery bill was $50 USD but it's usually less. When I need medical care I have a doctor that comes right to my condo for an old fashioned house call and that sets me back $22USD.
Shannon, thank you for sharing! After years of thinking about it, I’m organizing a way to live between Canada and Mexico. May I ask how/why you decided you wanted to live in that town? And, how did you go about looking for, and finding, your condo? Happy for you! 🤗🇲🇽 🇨🇦 🤔
@@sophiemarcaurele I just visited a different city every month until I found someplace that felt right. It's very easy and cheap to travel around the country thanks to Airbnb's low monthly rates and Mexico's cheap domestic flights. I recommend starting someplace safe with a major airport nearby that also has Uber available if you're not fluent in Spanish that way you don't get scammed by taxi drivers...Guadalajara, Guanajuato, La Paz, Merida, Puebla, and Queretaro are all good options. Once you've chosen a city it's usually safe to assume that the "centro" district is a good neighborhood. That is usually where most gringos congregate in any given Mexican city but you can always just google the best neighborhoods for the specific city you're looking for. If you go with someplace like Guadalajara I recommend the Americana neighborhood. If you go with someplace like Merida, go with the Chembech neighborhood if you want something historic or El Norte if you want a good deal on something new and modern. As far as housing goes, I've never had a problem. Usually I just tell my airbnb host that I'm planning to stay in the area after my rental expires and they'll offer me a deal on a different unit or I'll ask the local expat Facebook groups for the fair market price for the area and someone will always have or know of a good deal on a furnished rental. You can also go through a formal agency if you prefer but just be aware that you'll pay a higher price.
We moved to Tulum temporarily about a month ago and are so happy. It’s so chill (in the village side). Enjoying every second of it while we are here. Happy for you! 🧡
Could you make a video about how you saved up? Like how did you save, for how long did you save, anything that you feel comfortable sharing that you think would be of help.
So happy for you! As a black woman in the US, I'm feeling that same "fight or flight" feeling and I'm exhausted from all the fighting. I wish you all the best in Mexico! And I would love to hear about how you were able to travel there during the pandemic. Inquiring minds wanna know 😁💜
Thank you for your support, Jazzy! 💛 Sending you so much love. I know what's happening all around us is very upsetting and triggering, you are not alone in your feelings. Please show yourself all of the love and gentleness that you can, you deserve it. 💛 OK -- you got it boo! Great suggestion!
Everyone feels the same in the USA regardless of race. The reason because of that it’s because the USA is all about race, class, culture it’s fucked up.
I'm so happy for you!! I'm considering taking a break from the US just like you and working on my channel and your videos have been so helpful and inspiring! thank you sooo much!
Vlogs vlogs vlogs. Would love to see what you get up to in Mexico on your day-to-day in terms of work, your mental and general stuff like grocery shopping, meeting new people, exploring etc. That would be cool.
It is my personal belief that Mexico, despite its shortcomings and faults, is a place of healing and growth. I can't wait to see how its land, culture, and people transform you. ❤️🇲🇽
I clicked sooooo fast!!! Living your best live out of LA for a new adventure! I appreciate this video as I'm on my own new journey and this is a real inspiration- excited for more videos be great if you did one about how you saved and how long it took you to saved.
HII! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave such a kind and supportive comment 💛 I'm excited for you to start your new journey as well, wherever that may be! Ok amazing I will put a video together about that...thank you for the suggestion!
So glad you’re sharing your journey ! You’ve always been open and honest in your videos and I’m so thankful for that. I hope that Mexico treats you well and I would love to see you just living your life and to see how this adventure will shape you and help you grow not only as a creator but as a person. If you could make content on the process of moving and the process of adjusting to a whole new environment that would be amazing! Also, new daily routines and videos on the things you come to love about the community you’ve just entered in. 💕
Congrats! You’re living my dream. I would love to move to Mexico and practice my Spanish and salsa. I’m plotting my nomadic lifestyle right now as well. I feel you on not wanting to be tied to the US, a place that clearly has no love for us. Floating in and out seems like a better plan for my mental health. I’d love to see videos about the move and the details of it. How you consolidated your life. More minimalism videos. And your journey to building your brand. I’d be into ALLADAT. Good luck with everything 💕
To be honest, we don’t really have a Salsa culture in Mexico, and if you go expecting that you might be disappointed. It’s popular mostly among white expats & old people. I think you’re thinking about Colombia. Good luck on your travels! I hope you get a break from life in the US.
@@cynthiasanchez6085 haha yes salsa is the dance I like most (I like bachata and cumbia as well) so I will dance it wherever I am. It’s a very global dance which is why I love it. You can find somewhere to dance salsa from Colombia to Mexico to Croatia. I actually fell in love with it in London. It’s not tied to one location.
Sounds like a healthy move for you. Like others I'd love to hear about the details of your move and what your area of Mexico is like on a daily basis. I've never been to Mexico but I'm super curious about it.
YAY! I'm so excited for you, Misako! 🎉 I've definitely been considering this move too and if it were 100% up to me I would definitely already be living abroad too! I would like to see you talk about your experience in Mexico so far as a black woman. I visited last year but only for a couple of days and I felt sooo much safer and overall better there than I did here in the US. I'd love to hear your perspective after living there for a couple weeks/months! LIVE IT UP! 💕
All your reasons are so valid. I went to Cabo for 2 months this summer for the exact same reason. It is suffocating to be around so much misery in the USA. Have fun and safe travels in Mexico!!
I’d love to see videos about where you are in Mexico and what it’s like there! I’d also love to see some videos about how you developed your positive mindset 😊 Good luck with everything and looking forward to seeing more of your journey!
After years of planning and dreaming, I'll finally be moving to Puebla in January and I am so excited to start my new life there. As an illustrator, I can't wait for all the inspiration I will find. Love the video! ❤️
It’s so wonderful that you’re following your dream. I wasn’t aware you had your own channel. I subscribed and will be watching your journey. I love to see young people following their dreams. Be blessed & thanks for sharing.
I admire that you feel these things and then take action. I just feel so stuck and stay in misery. It almost feels safer to know that every day is going to be joyless than to take a leap of faith
Wow I felt that way for years about my career choice until I finally made the leap to change course. Still have heart palpitations about it at times but nevertheless glad I made the change. I hope you decide the change course as well.
Love Mexico, which part are you in? It would be cool to see general vlogs, price comparisons of what you pay for things in MX vs US, how (or if) you're making new connections while staying there.
YES! I love this and I'm so happy for you to have been able to make this decision right now. Thank you for sharing this experience with us & can't wait to see what this brings for you ❤️
I’ve been in this exact same mindset but unfortunately Covid has kept me from leaving. My grandma came home from Mexico and I was angry and baffled - mentally and emotionally I need to get the heck out of here. It’s so nice to see I’m not alone. Thank you, Misako.
I love Mexico and will be moving there soon, but like you say it's a matter of how you can live comfortably, without giving yourself an ulcerated stomach! I think you have made a good move. Stay where you are!
M’am, this is inspirational. It requires hard choices to focus on the things you want. Lately I’ve been contemplating moving abroad in the next couple of years because I don’t know if I have the mental capacity to keep myself happy with everything going on in the U.S. It just feels like a bad movie that doesn’t want to end. ANYWAY Moving to Mexico is super exciting, I’m really happy for you!!! I’d love to see a video with more details about your transition there :)
I just came across your channel and it feels like fate in terms of you beginning a similar journey as myself. I’d love a video of how (language, steps, mental realizations that you’ve come to) you landed within this space, obviously within the extent to which you’re comfortable.
Mexico is a HUGE country-could you please me more specific-Where in Mexico did you choose to go (what city?) and why was that your choice? Also are you in an Airbnb? How did you find your living space and what is it costing you? Would appreciate more specific info-thanks much and yes, I agree it is a good time to leave the U.S.!
Thanks for sharing your experience, I wish you the best of luck!!! I definitely plan on living in Mexico for a month to get my creativity flowing again.
"Working on my Spanish" She working on being a polyglot y'all! Thank you for sharing your life with us Misako. I hope you have fun in Mexico! I love seeing you work on your swimming. You are doing exactly what you said you would and that is inspiring. I think a video about your swimming journey would be neat. See you in the next one!
Very sincere post... Soon I'll be changing my latitude also for similar reasons... tales like yours make us feel less alone in terms of looking for ways to extract the most joy from life.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and reasons. I am currently having these feelings regarding what is happening in the US. It is draining. I have always loved going to Mexico and find the Yucatan peninsula a very healing place due to its beauty, flora and fauna as well as its rich heritage. Peace and many blessings to you and your journey.
Hi! New to your channel and this video was such a breath of fresh air. I’ve been watching quite a few “travel during covid” videos to get a sense of what it’s like right now and came across this video. I love how thoughtful your decision making process was. Looking forward to seeing more videos of Mexico!!
yess i’m so excited for you!! i just moved out of LA postgrad and would also love to move out of the us temporarily, i’d love to hear about the logistics and costs of moving, and also the realities of your experience in mexico!
Amazing!! Inspiring that you did it!! I'm feeling the same but for different reasons and I feel less alone when others share their experiences of just taking a break, creating something new, or following their gut. Much love 💕
I think you made the right choice. I thought about it fleeing CA, however I found Missouri, and love it. You're strong. You'll do great where ever you land.
I like your calm and balanced style of giving information. I live in Houston currently. We are considering moving our family to Mexico this year. This summer we are checking out Monterrey and maybe some other cities. Best of luck to you with your goals and I applaud your bravery!
Just found your channel and I can relate! Thanks for being transparent and I'm looking forward to seeing more videos on 'your life in mexico'....big hugs!!
You are a brave woman to make this change in your life! Thank you for sharing your life journey with us! Enjoy México and may God bless your home, your health, your finances and your life with peace and happiness! I live in Los Ángeles and I wish I was in (my first country of) Mexico too!
Hi! This is the first time I stopped by your channel. I love how genuine you are. It oozes of the screen. Thank you for being authentic! Looking forwarding to more videos from you! Btw anyone that can just pick up and start new anywhere is something I always admire and envy so much! I wish I could do that. I'm just not there yet.
Congrats on your new journey! I’d like a video on how you prepped for the move. An apartment tour (if you’re comfortable with it) or what you eat in a week in Mexico.
You are so humbled and kind! But I want to THANK YOU for being an example of living in your freedom to choose. You’re acknowledging your right to choose quality of life. I’m from LA too and LOVE my pacific west coast, but my heart is broken and disappointed so I totally feel you. I really appreciate you being a living and breathing testimony that we women (and Black women especially) get to be tired; we get to rest too. We are not encouraged to do so in the States - not by culture, family, jobs, even churches. Thank you for sharing your journey.💗
mmm, i don't understand the comments, being black in América is it different? I am reading comments and all people Say that is not easy being black in América.... I just don,t understand... If You born there it should be easier... Just don,t get it... Cheers from mexico.
Black woman in Mexico is equal to a woman in Mexico, Mexico can have a lot of problems, but being black is not one of them. Mexico is a real melting pot of culture and we welcome everyone if their intentions are to live happily, work hard and enjoy the day every single day.
Being a black woman in Mexico is simply being a woman. I think it is a good point for Mexico, currently lives are normal, I do not rule out that there are cases of racism but it is not common and extreme as it is lived in the USA, In fact there are "Afro-Mexicans" on the coasts of Veracruz, Oaxaca, and Guerrero, and Mexicans do not like the term "Afro-Mexican" mexicans say they do not like to separate "races of color" really if you are mestizo, black, white, idk, it is not relevant, you are Mexican, and that's it, periodt.
I would love to visit Mexico but not sure about living and working there… But seeing this, the comments, conversations, and other videos. Has really gave me the extra push I needed. Thanks and I hope wherever I go I can meet someone like us.
Wellcome to Mexico...im mexican..i lived 37 years in las vegas nevada ...25 working as. Casino dealer for MGM co. I just come back to Live in Mexico city..of curse i. miss my north las vegas area but ..no more strees for bills. It was toomuch37 yeaes of pressure all my money was only to pay bills Im 59 but pi donot want to wait till68 to retired i wanna doit now and thats is possible.only in Mexico..i m working here but now i really. Injoy it......wellcome all of you
Congratulations for this decision, you did it ! Right , time is medicine and the best is yet to come! Mexico is wonderful place to revitalize and find your inner peace and balance. Congratulations and welcome to real México. Take care yourself and enjoy it! Have a nice weekend
I like your honesty. You are saying what many of us are feeling nowadays. I am trying to wait until 2022 because that's when I will be able to retire. Already know where I want to go. Just trying to hang in there until then. Take care, be safe.
So happy for you Misako and admire your dedication to yourself !! Wishing you all the best in Mexico, would love to see some videos of your journey with the Spanish language whilst there :))
I am so happy I found your channel! My significant other, my 3yo son will be taking a break from the US for a year in Mexico as well. Can’t wait to get to Playa Del Carmen at the beginning of 2022. So much of what you have been saying in your videos resonate with me. I know my significant other is also in need of some soul searching and I need a break from living in San Francisco. Although the plan is to only visit for a year but who know, maybe it will be a lifestyle change?
This could not have come at a better time for me. I needed to hear every word. Thank you so much for sharing and for your beautiful, sweet, authentic soul energy. Feeling grateful, inspired and seen; ready to march forward as a black woman existing in this world. Sending you so much love and light and peace on your journey!
You made a wonderful decision ❤️ I am so happy for you! I’d be excited to see vlogs + daily life while you’re living abroad, and maybe some tips for remote work! You’re an inspo ⚡️
Very nice words. I respect that you were responsible enough to state that it takes planning to live in another country. Other vlogers paint a rosy picture if this transition and it’s not that simple. Good luck on your journey and keep the videos coming.
SOUL CLEANSING is the perfect description. 💛 I'm glad you've been able to do some soul cleansing as well and thank you so much for your support, sis! Sending you so much love!
congratulations, congratulations, congratulations !!! i’ve been thinking of doing something similar postgrad so i’d love to see the logistics of your temporary move and what reservations you had + how you overcame them
I saw your warm familiar face and clicked on the video...now I know from where...I'm from NYC..looking to move to Puerto Rico. Mexico is awesome close to U.S.A. Yes let's take advantage that we are privy to travel pretty much anywhere in world. Great to have some insight of your perspective. I wish you the best on all your endeavors and peace & hope in your heart. God bless you!
I feel you! I was followed in a Boots store while I was studying abroad in London. Something that Global Black Girl here on TH-cam said that resonated with me is, "racism is everywhere but it's not deadly everywhere." It seems impossible but there are places we can go and feel safe despite our blackness. Don't lose hope! ♡
@CK K Even in Africa, patriarchy and misogyny are alive and well also colourism has started to creep in over the past decades due to heavy western media influence.
Verrrry cool, Misako. I'm super excited for your channel. I'm a 28 yo undergraduate that will be graduating from Uni in May and I'm planning on relocating (possibly) to Mexico (or South America) for a gap year before med school. I would love to see your day to day in Mexico and possibly your experience as a black woman in Mexico. :)
I have found so much peace since being in Mexico.
Thank you I'follow you? In your channel??
This!!!!! I was born and raised in a small town in Jalisco, moved to California when I was 11. Last year my whole family made a trip to my home town, 2 kids and husband he’s American and he feels the same way, he felt so much peace ☮️
I love your channel Aja! 👋
I’m trying to figure out where to move. Mexico looks beautiful but I’m scared.:(
What city are u in is it close to the border or inland we are a family of 7 one online income one server bartender 15 years experience we want to move to mx so bad
As a black woman who is also about to take a break from the US, I'm so happy to see you're doing well.
Let us know how to live in Mexico
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and for your support. I am happy that you are also going to give yourself a break, too! We deserve it, sis. We deserve it. ❤
I right along with you... 😪
Right I'm ready to leave this place
I'm half Mexican and half Philippine. Ever since 2016 elections I have not been happy or feel the sense of pride of being an American. I feel so so sad with all the injustices that has been going on with innocent people being killed by police due to racism and the so called president supporting this and breaking up what little unity we had. I don't feel safe. I just want to live in peace. If he gets reelected, for sure I'm moving to Mexico. Young lady, you hang in there. May GOD Bless you and watch over you always. 🌷🌼💕
I feel you!!! 2020 is the great reshuffling. We need to cut cost and save while living a good life in the midst of this turbulence ✨ keep shining and living 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Shameless Maya You already know you were a huge inspiration for me! 💛💛💛 Much love to you girl and I couldn’t agree with you more! 🙏🏽 Hope to see you soon 😘
shameless maya knows about that life....that mobile life...will move..will have new experiences..it beats being still and wondering what if???? My worst case scenarios are always extreme, laughable and most unlikely to happen. Bless you both on all your endeavors.
@@MisakoEnvela in méxico we have 1 million of black méxicans.
The great reshuffling! Yeeeees!
@@peace3087 I am from the Caribbean island of 🇩🇲 Dominica very little is said about it. We have lots of Europeans visiting/moving more than Americans. The islands are more accepting of African Americans
Good for you Misako! Mexico looks amazing
The Purple Palace Thank you for your support, Shayna!! 💕💕💕 I love your beautiful videos. 🙏🏽
Yes, it does.
Mexico is amazing!!!
‘Cause it beautiful
@@MisakoEnvela visit guadalajara our MÉXICO CITY.🇲🇽❤
Bienvenida! I can’t wait to find out where in Mexico you are! I moved down here 16 years ago and I’ve never regretted it.
Looks like Yucatan , Quintana Roo
From where you moved dear?
I'm a Mexican living in California and I totally understand and agree with you.
I feel tired too and I don't even understand why. Welcome to my country and have what you are looking for.
Your words are so filled with kindness 💞🥰🙏
Literally didn’t realize how insanely stressed I was until I left the US, I’m so at peace right now
Where'd you move to!?!?! I'm trying to put together options lol
Hi Ashley. Will you be documenting your journey?
@@babyv2992010 I'm living in Denmark lol and I love it
@@marnadanyelle Hi! Publicly no, but I keep a journal for myself. If you have any questions though, feel free to ask!
How, as a U.S. citizen, were you allowed to move to Denmark??? I know that typically 90 days is the limit, so please tell us how you pulled that off Ashley?
Yaaaaayyyyy!!!! I’m considering a move abroad as well. As far as what I’d like to see: LOGISTICS! Did you drive? Fly? What did you do with your stuff? What was the Visa process like? How did you find a place to live?
I second this
I third this please
I fourth this
She may not need a visa if she’s going to come back in 3 months time
Americans we are lucky in that sense rarely need a visa unless you are staying for an extended time
Welcome to Mexico. You’ll be safe and happy here, I bet you anything
if you’re comfortable a breakdown on expenses ! I feel like a lot of times the reasoning why many of us feel things like this is unattainable is because we don’t know what it really looks like to do so
I've been living in Mexico since Dec 2019. I'm currently in the city of La Paz. My condo is a gated and furnished 1bd with utilities, wifi, and drinking water included for 7500 pesos per month (~$350USD). I'm five blocks from the ocean in the historic Centro district. An uber ride in the city $2USD. My weekly housekeeper is $15USD with tip included. An average restaurant meal is $10USD. A margarita is $3USD. My highest weekly grocery bill was $50 USD but it's usually less. When I need medical care I have a doctor that comes right to my condo for an old fashioned house call and that sets me back $22USD.
Shannon, thank you for sharing! After years of thinking about it, I’m organizing a way to live between Canada and Mexico.
May I ask how/why you decided you wanted to live in that town? And, how did you go about looking for, and finding, your condo?
Happy for you! 🤗🇲🇽 🇨🇦 🤔
@Shannon What do you do for work?
@@sophiemarcaurele I just visited a different city every month until I found someplace that felt right. It's very easy and cheap to travel around the country thanks to Airbnb's low monthly rates and Mexico's cheap domestic flights.
I recommend starting someplace safe with a major airport nearby that also has Uber available if you're not fluent in Spanish that way you don't get scammed by taxi drivers...Guadalajara, Guanajuato, La Paz, Merida, Puebla, and Queretaro are all good options.
Once you've chosen a city it's usually safe to assume that the "centro" district is a good neighborhood. That is usually where most gringos congregate in any given Mexican city but you can always just google the best neighborhoods for the specific city you're looking for. If you go with someplace like Guadalajara I recommend the Americana neighborhood. If you go with someplace like Merida, go with the Chembech neighborhood if you want something historic or El Norte if you want a good deal on something new and modern.
As far as housing goes, I've never had a problem. Usually I just tell my airbnb host that I'm planning to stay in the area after my rental expires and they'll offer me a deal on a different unit or I'll ask the local expat Facebook groups for the fair market price for the area and someone will always have or know of a good deal on a furnished rental. You can also go through a formal agency if you prefer but just be aware that you'll pay a higher price.
@@CarmaellaElia I'm retired due to a disability
We moved to Tulum temporarily about a month ago and are so happy. It’s so chill (in the village side). Enjoying every second of it while we are here. Happy for you! 🧡
Yay! So glad you chose Mexico. Such a beautiful country and beautiful people. Hope you feel the magic of Mexico. Want to wish you the best Misako!
Could you make a video about how you saved up? Like how did you save, for how long did you save, anything that you feel comfortable sharing that you think would be of help.
So happy for you! As a black woman in the US, I'm feeling that same "fight or flight" feeling and I'm exhausted from all the fighting. I wish you all the best in Mexico! And I would love to hear about how you were able to travel there during the pandemic. Inquiring minds wanna know 😁💜
Yes!
Thank you for your support, Jazzy! 💛 Sending you so much love. I know what's happening all around us is very upsetting and triggering, you are not alone in your feelings. Please show yourself all of the love and gentleness that you can, you deserve it. 💛 OK -- you got it boo! Great suggestion!
@@MisakoEnvela 💛💛💛
You look fine
Everyone feels the same in the USA regardless of race. The reason because of that it’s because the USA is all about race, class, culture it’s fucked up.
Welcome Amiga. Mucha suerte en Mexico lindo y querido
I'm so happy for you!! I'm considering taking a break from the US just like you and working on my channel and your videos have been so helpful and inspiring! thank you sooo much!
Vlogs vlogs vlogs. Would love to see what you get up to in Mexico on your day-to-day in terms of work, your mental and general stuff like grocery shopping, meeting new people, exploring etc. That would be cool.
i would love to see what a typical day looks like for you. i wish you the best of luck in your new chapter! ☺️
I second this! I’d love to see a vlog. The nature and food.... things that Mexico has to offer!
It is my personal belief that Mexico, despite its shortcomings and faults, is a place of healing and growth. I can't wait to see how its land, culture, and people transform you. ❤️🇲🇽
I clicked sooooo fast!!! Living your best live out of LA for a new adventure! I appreciate this video as I'm on my own new journey and this is a real inspiration- excited for more videos be great if you did one about how you saved and how long it took you to saved.
HII! Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave such a kind and supportive comment 💛 I'm excited for you to start your new journey as well, wherever that may be! Ok amazing I will put a video together about that...thank you for the suggestion!
You are an inspiration! I love seeing Black women doing what's best for them especially if it means stepping outside our comfort zones.
Im moving to México too. Im learning Spanish right now and will visit this summer for a month.
Thanks for your video!
Us too!
So glad you’re sharing your journey ! You’ve always been open and honest in your videos and I’m so thankful for that. I hope that Mexico treats you well and I would love to see you just living your life and to see how this adventure will shape you and help you grow not only as a creator but as a person. If you could make content on the process of moving and the process of adjusting to a whole new environment that would be amazing! Also, new daily routines and videos on the things you come to love about the community you’ve just entered in. 💕
Congrats! You’re living my dream. I would love to move to Mexico and practice my Spanish and salsa. I’m plotting my nomadic lifestyle right now as well. I feel you on not wanting to be tied to the US, a place that clearly has no love for us. Floating in and out seems like a better plan for my mental health. I’d love to see videos about the move and the details of it. How you consolidated your life. More minimalism videos. And your journey to building your brand. I’d be into ALLADAT. Good luck with everything 💕
To be honest, we don’t really have a Salsa culture in Mexico, and if you go expecting that you might be disappointed. It’s popular mostly among white expats & old people. I think you’re thinking about Colombia. Good luck on your travels! I hope you get a break from life in the US.
ALo before quarantine I was taking classes in Chicago. It’s less about where I’m taking the classes and more about doing something that brings me joy
Welcome
Salsa ?? Why not banda, that is the most popular Mexican music... anyways 😬😬😬
@@cynthiasanchez6085 haha yes salsa is the dance I like most (I like bachata and cumbia as well) so I will dance it wherever I am. It’s a very global dance which is why I love it. You can find somewhere to dance salsa from Colombia to Mexico to Croatia. I actually fell in love with it in London. It’s not tied to one location.
Sounds like a healthy move for you. Like others I'd love to hear about the details of your move and what your area of Mexico is like on a daily basis. I've never been to Mexico but I'm super curious about it.
YAY! I'm so excited for you, Misako! 🎉 I've definitely been considering this move too and if it were 100% up to me I would definitely already be living abroad too! I would like to see you talk about your experience in Mexico so far as a black woman. I visited last year but only for a couple of days and I felt sooo much safer and overall better there than I did here in the US. I'd love to hear your perspective after living there for a couple weeks/months! LIVE IT UP! 💕
All your reasons are so valid. I went to Cabo for 2 months this summer for the exact same reason. It is suffocating to be around so much misery in the USA. Have fun and safe travels in Mexico!!
just a quick comment to say that im super happy for you ! and excited to see the content and creativity that will come from this shift
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and for you kind words! I'm excited to create some new content for you! 💙💙💙
Congratulations! Your new location looks refreshing, serene, and healthy.
Thank you so much! 🙌🏽💙
I’d love to see videos about where you are in Mexico and what it’s like there! I’d also love to see some videos about how you developed your positive mindset 😊 Good luck with everything and looking forward to seeing more of your journey!
Misako many can relate to your story, and you are ab example that there is way out. Be safe, stay strong!
It's always lovely to see one of your videos. I'm so happy for you Misako! Happy you found a place that brings you confort and peace 💛
so excited to hear about this new chapter!
Thank you for taking the time to watch and for your support, Elise! 💛💛💛
I believe this is a healthy thing to do once in a while :)
I agree! 💛💛💛
After years of planning and dreaming, I'll finally be moving to Puebla in January and I am so excited to start my new life there. As an illustrator, I can't wait for all the inspiration I will find. Love the video! ❤️
It’s so wonderful that you’re following your dream. I wasn’t aware you had your own channel. I subscribed and will be watching your journey. I love to see young people following their dreams. Be blessed & thanks for sharing.
I lived in the usa for 45 years and i just moved back to México i'm SO happy now no more extress so i know how You feel well come to my contry 💐
I admire that you feel these things and then take action. I just feel so stuck and stay in misery. It almost feels safer to know that every day is going to be joyless than to take a leap of faith
Wow I felt that way for years about my career choice until I finally made the leap to change course. Still have heart palpitations about it at times but nevertheless glad I made the change. I hope you decide the change course as well.
Love Mexico, which part are you in? It would be cool to see general vlogs, price comparisons of what you pay for things in MX vs US, how (or if) you're making new connections while staying there.
YES! I love this and I'm so happy for you to have been able to make this decision right now. Thank you for sharing this experience with us & can't wait to see what this brings for you ❤️
I’ve been in this exact same mindset but unfortunately Covid has kept me from leaving. My grandma came home from Mexico and I was angry and baffled - mentally and emotionally I need to get the heck out of here. It’s so nice to see I’m not alone. Thank you, Misako.
I love Mexico and will be moving there soon, but like you say it's a matter of how you can live comfortably, without giving yourself an ulcerated stomach! I think you have made a good move. Stay where you are!
M’am, this is inspirational. It requires hard choices to focus on the things you want.
Lately I’ve been contemplating moving abroad in the next couple of years because I don’t know if I have the mental capacity to keep myself happy with everything going on in the U.S. It just feels like a bad movie that doesn’t want to end. ANYWAY Moving to Mexico is super exciting, I’m really happy for you!!! I’d love to see a video with more details about your transition there :)
I just came across your channel and it feels like fate in terms of you beginning a similar journey as myself.
I’d love a video of how (language, steps, mental realizations that you’ve come to) you landed within this space, obviously within the extent to which you’re comfortable.
Mexico is a HUGE country-could you please me more specific-Where in Mexico did you choose to go (what city?) and why was that your choice?
Also are you in an Airbnb? How did you find your living space and what is it costing you? Would appreciate more specific info-thanks much and yes, I agree it is a good time to leave the U.S.!
Thanks for sharing your experience, I wish you the best of luck!!! I definitely plan on living in Mexico for a month to get my creativity flowing again.
I'm happy for you :) Enjoy your time there!
LA in the seventies growing up. the best time of my life
"Working on my Spanish" She working on being a polyglot y'all! Thank you for sharing your life with us Misako. I hope you have fun in Mexico! I love seeing you work on your swimming. You are doing exactly what you said you would and that is inspiring. I think a video about your swimming journey would be neat. See you in the next one!
Very sincere post... Soon I'll be changing my latitude also for similar reasons... tales like yours make us feel less alone in terms of looking for ways to extract the most joy from life.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and reasons. I am currently having these feelings regarding what is happening in the US. It is draining. I have always loved going to Mexico and find the Yucatan peninsula a very healing place due to its beauty, flora and fauna as well as its rich heritage. Peace and many blessings to you and your journey.
I love to see other women doing well! I can see how happy you are in that glow! I missed you Misako 💜👏🏽
Hi! New to your channel and this video was such a breath of fresh air. I’ve been watching quite a few “travel during covid” videos to get a sense of what it’s like right now and came across this video. I love how thoughtful your decision making process was. Looking forward to seeing more videos of Mexico!!
I'm excited to see what you'll be uploading I hope you get some time to truly feel good !
Welcome home 🇲🇽
yess i’m so excited for you!! i just moved out of LA postgrad and would also love to move out of the us temporarily, i’d love to hear about the logistics and costs of moving, and also the realities of your experience in mexico!
Welcome to Mexico! I grew up in LA, East LA, but been living in mexico for the last 4 months. I do love it here, but like you LA will always be home.
Amazing!! Inspiring that you did it!! I'm feeling the same but for different reasons and I feel less alone when others share their experiences of just taking a break, creating something new, or following their gut. Much love 💕
Thank you so much for your videos! You're one of the reasons we decided to make the jump as well!
so happy for you! I'd love to see how you're adjusting to life in Mexico :)
I think you made the right choice. I thought about it fleeing CA, however I found Missouri, and love it. You're strong. You'll do great where ever you land.
I like your calm and balanced style of giving information. I live in Houston currently. We are considering moving our family to Mexico this year. This summer we are checking out Monterrey and maybe some other cities. Best of luck to you with your goals and I applaud your bravery!
happy to see you happy!! girl, you deserve it and excited to see the content you create on this new chapter of yours!
im so happy for you misako!! its important to take those big leaps in life, proud of you.
Just found your channel and I can relate! Thanks for being transparent and I'm looking forward to seeing more videos on 'your life in mexico'....big hugs!!
I believe you make one of you best choices of you life...!! Living in mexico, you really feel what's about living a beautiful day by day.
You are a brave woman to make this change in your life! Thank you for sharing your life journey with us! Enjoy México and may God bless your home, your health, your finances and your life with peace and happiness! I live in Los Ángeles and I wish I was in (my first country of) Mexico too!
Your gratitude and love for life is radiating ❤️ Thank you so much for making these videos
Hi! This is the first time I stopped by your channel. I love how genuine you are. It oozes of the screen. Thank you for being authentic! Looking forwarding to more videos from you! Btw anyone that can just pick up and start new anywhere is something I always admire and envy so much! I wish I could do that. I'm just not there yet.
ah I just love your energy so much. you seem so authentic and genuine. love you!
I'm so happy for you, keep chasing your dreams! We love seeing that!
Congrats on your new journey! I’d like a video on how you prepped for the move. An apartment tour (if you’re comfortable with it) or what you eat in a week in Mexico.
You are so humbled and kind! But I want to THANK YOU for being an example of living in your freedom to choose. You’re acknowledging your right to choose quality of life.
I’m from LA too and LOVE my pacific west coast, but my heart is broken and disappointed so I totally feel you. I really appreciate you being a living and breathing testimony that we women (and Black women especially) get to be tired; we get to rest too. We are not encouraged to do so in the States - not by culture, family, jobs, even churches. Thank you for sharing your journey.💗
So excited to watch this journey unfold right in front of my eyes
would love to see your experience as a black woman in mexico and a day in your life 💕
Que bonito cabello tienes, está hermoso 🥰
mmm, i don't understand the comments, being black in América is it different? I am reading comments and all people Say that is not easy being black in América.... I just don,t understand... If You born there it should be easier... Just don,t get it... Cheers from mexico.
Black woman in Mexico is equal to a woman in Mexico, Mexico can have a lot of problems, but being black is not one of them. Mexico is a real melting pot of culture and we welcome everyone if their intentions are to live happily, work hard and enjoy the day every single day.
@@alexmadrid6043 How is it going to be easy to be black in the USA? haven't you seen and read about the racism suffered there?
Being a black woman in Mexico is simply being a woman.
I think it is a good point for Mexico, currently lives are normal, I do not rule out that there are cases of racism but it is not common and extreme as it is lived in the USA,
In fact there are "Afro-Mexicans" on the coasts of Veracruz, Oaxaca, and Guerrero, and Mexicans do not like the term "Afro-Mexican" mexicans say they do not like to separate "races of color" really if you are mestizo, black, white, idk, it is not relevant, you are Mexican, and that's it, periodt.
Coming back just to say how proud I am that this video blew up!!
Loved you video, gracias! ❤️🙏🏼
I would love to visit Mexico but not sure about living and working there… But seeing this, the comments, conversations, and other videos. Has really gave me the extra push I needed. Thanks and I hope wherever I go I can meet someone like us.
Wellcome to Mexico...im mexican..i lived 37 years in las vegas nevada ...25 working as. Casino dealer for MGM co. I just come back to Live in Mexico city..of curse i. miss my north las vegas area but ..no more strees for bills. It was toomuch37 yeaes of pressure all my money was only to pay bills
Im 59 but pi donot want to wait till68 to retired i wanna doit now and thats is possible.only in Mexico..i m working here but now i really. Injoy it......wellcome all of you
I'm just happy you're finding peace in your surroundings and in yourself while experiencing a really awesome environment. Much love
Keep living your best life I’m so proud of you ☺️❣️
So happy for you!
Congratulations for this decision, you did it ! Right , time is medicine and the best is yet to come! Mexico is wonderful place to revitalize and find your inner peace and balance. Congratulations and welcome to real México. Take care yourself and enjoy it! Have a nice weekend
I like your honesty. You are saying what many of us are feeling nowadays. I am trying to wait until 2022 because that's when I will be able to retire. Already know where I want to go. Just trying to hang in there until then. Take care, be safe.
So happy for you Misako and admire your dedication to yourself !! Wishing you all the best in Mexico, would love to see some videos of your journey with the Spanish language whilst there :))
I am so happy I found your channel! My significant other, my 3yo son will be taking a break from the US for a year in Mexico as well. Can’t wait to get to Playa Del Carmen at the beginning of 2022. So much of what you have been saying in your videos resonate with me. I know my significant other is also in need of some soul searching and I need a break from living in San Francisco. Although the plan is to only visit for a year but who know, maybe it will be a lifestyle change?
This could not have come at a better time for me. I needed to hear every word. Thank you so much for sharing and for your beautiful, sweet, authentic soul energy. Feeling grateful, inspired and seen; ready to march forward as a black woman existing in this world. Sending you so much love and light and peace on your journey!
You made a wonderful decision ❤️ I am so happy for you! I’d be excited to see vlogs + daily life while you’re living abroad, and maybe some tips for remote work! You’re an inspo ⚡️
How cool I’m so excited for you and this experience! Thanks for bringing us along 😊
Very nice words. I respect that you were responsible enough to state that it takes planning to live in another country. Other vlogers paint a rosy picture if this transition and it’s not that simple. Good luck on your journey and keep the videos coming.
so fun! youre going to love it!
I am so happy for you. I know a few people who have made the same move. (my move is similar). It is soul cleansing! keep going girl! ❤️
SOUL CLEANSING is the perfect description. 💛 I'm glad you've been able to do some soul cleansing as well and thank you so much for your support, sis! Sending you so much love!
congratulations, congratulations, congratulations !!! i’ve been thinking of doing something similar postgrad so i’d love to see the logistics of your temporary move and what reservations you had + how you overcame them
So happy for you live your best life 🌻
Thank you so much for your support, love! 💜💜💜💜💜💜
@@MisakoEnvela Thanks for seeing me and you're doing a good job with your swimming
Girl yes. This was beautiful and well said!
I saw your warm familiar face and clicked on the video...now I know from where...I'm from NYC..looking to move to Puerto Rico. Mexico is awesome close to U.S.A. Yes let's take advantage that we are privy to travel pretty much anywhere in world. Great to have some insight of your perspective. I wish you the best on all your endeavors and peace & hope in your heart. God bless you!
Being a black woman even in the UK is exhausting, I honestly feel like the experience is the same everywhere 💔
I feel you! I was followed in a Boots store while I was studying abroad in London. Something that Global Black Girl here on TH-cam said that resonated with me is, "racism is everywhere but it's not deadly everywhere." It seems impossible but there are places we can go and feel safe despite our blackness. Don't lose hope! ♡
Agreed. Being a black woman anywhere is exhausting.
@CK K Even in Africa, patriarchy and misogyny are alive and well also colourism has started to creep in over the past decades due to heavy western media influence.
I believe blacks people around the world belong in countries where black people are the majority or else this will always be an issue.
@@DawneeNorthern problem is how the country is run. Most Black immigrants come from Black majority countries
Verrrry cool, Misako. I'm super excited for your channel. I'm a 28 yo undergraduate that will be graduating from Uni in May and I'm planning on relocating (possibly) to Mexico (or South America) for a gap year before med school. I would love to see your day to day in Mexico and possibly your experience as a black woman in Mexico. :)
This touched me. Thanks et bon chance in your endeavors.
Good for you for doing what's right for you! Where in Mexico are you now? I'm excited to see your new/updated content