Coming Home For Christmas & Anxiety Tools | Vlogmas Day 22
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- Coming Home For Christmas & Anxiety Tools
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Let me just tell you - Zoe, you are an amazing mom! Seeing the patience and care you show towards Ottie just heals my inner child! ❤
So true! I always smile when she says “clever girl” to Ottie, it must be such a boost on her confidence. 🥹❤️
I can't believe Vlogmas is almost over it is always such an nostalgia trip watching Zoe's vlogmas gonna miss it
I have terrible anxiety but mostly at work because in that situation I can’t leave and even if I could,I wouldn’t be able to pay my bills if I did leave. I hate how much of a constant struggle it is, it can be so overwhelming and exhausting.
Definitely more difficult to deal with when you’re not self employed and can easily do something to change a situation, you can’t just walk out of work like she did in the meet and greet. But the technique she mentioned where you look forward to a bath or a program or dinner, is very good?
Big hugs ❤
I can understand that this is hard and I really feel for you, anxiety is truly an everyday battle. You are in my prayers 🤍 I know it can be difficult to speak about but have you let your work know of your anxiety? Maybe if they become aware of it they can hopefully be more understanding if you ever did need to leave :)
As a life long anxiety sufferer, I totally concur with you Zoe. Lots of tiny things that can help … breathing, yes (I count, in through the nose, out through the mouth) and distraction are key for me … I taught myself to crochet using CZcams apps, tinkered with watercolour paints, watch a favourite programme .. 1995 Pride and Prejudice is my go to, do sudoku, crosswords or puzzles. Find something that distracts you and go for it. I wish I’d had this advice when I was your age, but sharing it is great. A very merry Christmas to you and yours and wishing you a happy, hope-filled 2023 x
I'm usually a silent watcher, but I just wanted to say thank you so much zoe for adding your little anxiety tools/tips at the end of this video. I have been struggling a lot more recently and my brain has been taking over wayyy to much with my anxiety and i've found it really hard to control. Sooo you made this video at the perfect time for me! Much love💞
I try to see anxiety and panic as a wave. Fighting against that wave will cause me to get swept away. But flowing with the wave and just letting things be how they’re meant to be really helps. Allow the wave to happen and know that things will be steady again afterwards.
Watched every vlogmas since 2013 and I think this might have taken top spot over 2016!!! Loving it this year ❤
Vlogmas has gone over so quickly!! I’m a silent watcher but I love that you talk so openly about your anxiety and it makes me want to comment every time!! It really helps hearing it from someone else and knowing that other people experience the same things as I do. Thank you for sharing your tools with us, I feel like I can totally relate to you and also use your advice❤️
my #1 anxiety app is cross stitch. it's basically a very detailed color by number and it's soooo relaxing. you can even upload your own pictures, so lately i've been coloring my favorite album covers
When you said the statement, “you can leave” this became so relatable! I feel trapped in my anxiety and in certain places but you are right we can leave, we have that control over ourselves and it’s okay to get up and remove ourselves if that’s what we need. Your videos help my anxiety everyday! Thank you for always being wholesome and so is inspiring. Happy Holidays to you and your incredible family.
Love how yous have been checking the comments and using it as feedback to include in later vlogs - makes us feel more connected! X
I found that ‘anxiety’ ‘panic’ etc were trigger words so when I read them or heard them I changed it to ‘calm’ or ‘calming’ to fit whichever situation. It helped a lot. Also when on trains or buses if I felt it coming on I would watch the second hand on my watch go around and around until it passed. Thirdly I always told myself I could get off and catch the next bus or train if needed. I would just be late. They all helped me. When I had my daughter it all went. I went to London and rode on the tubes for the first time in years. Good luck all. Honestly, strategies help. Serotonin has been a godsend now I’m older in my battle against terminal cancer and my mum dying last week, so if you need drugs, talk to your doctor. Be open to family and friends. Reach out. Talk and share. You are not alone by any means. X
I so don't want this vlogmas to end 😫😫 all that's got me through this month was getting off work after and exhausting day, getting into my bed and watching these videos. I seriously don't know what I'd do after this ends 💔😿
Me too
Mayor respect for Zoe and Alfie for doing vlogmas this year! I know there's a lot of comments saying how much we have enjoyed this year's vlogmas, but it's the truth. I have been watching Zoe for a long time, even when I couldn't fully understand english, let alone British english. So happy for your lovely family and all the success you have! Have the nicest christmas!
I’ve struggled with my anxiety disorder since i was 4, I’m 20 now & it’s still just as bad. I’ve also been watching you since I was about 11 & you were the only person I ever knew who was so open with anxiety, & that always made me feel like I wasn’t alone. Your videos/advice always calm me down & help immensely. Thank you for everything Zoe ❤
watching this whilst my anxiety is bad, thank you so much for your help. Just listening to you prevented it getting worse ❤️
Is it just me or do Zoe and Alfie seem more in love than ever this Vlogmas? 🥰 The whole fam is glowing!!
I used to not believe or understand panic attacks until I got them myself. They are so physical its crippling. Conquering them is winning a battle. Thank you for sharing Zoe. I know it helps people.
been watching you since I was 14 and im now 22 and nothing beats your vlogmas, zoe. it always feels like coming back to my own little safe haven. so sad that it’s almost ending but I enjoyed every bit of it as I always do!! 💗
Joe is exactly the type of uncle i thought he would be❤️❤️
Ottie is so funny with the chocolate every day 😂
Thank you for taking time out to speak about the tools you use for your anxiety. Loving vlogmas.
omg zoe talking about feeling like time isn't moving when being anxious really resonates with me because back in high school I first had that feeling where I would have a presentation and feel like it would never end and like as she said time sorta stopped like that feeling of anxiety sorta consumed me but then I'd tell myself eventually school will end and you will be home with your grandparents relaxing and you will sleep in your bed and a new day will come and this has helped tremendously. To this day I use that method to calm myself down :)
I have anxiety and Zoe is 100% right with everything she says. I have a weird feeling with anxiety like sometimes things and people don't seem real.
Does anyone else experience this ?! ❤
I cannot comprehend how fast vlogmas flew by!? will be missing them, Thank you Alfie for editing them and Zoe for being you! have a great christmas and a happy new year 🥰🥳♥
I’ve had anxiety for over 15 years and it’s certainly horrendous until you find the way to navigate through it. I’m so much better and I use to feel trapped and needed to know how to get out, that was my anxiety. Now I don’t panic, I wait and plan and can do anything. The anxiety never goes away but I also have and use tools to not let it stop me from doing what I want in life. Keep speaking about it, your platform thanks you. 🥰🇦🇺
I was laughing at the sentence: in came Paul and out went Ottie ❤😂 really loving your Vlogmas! 😍😍😍
I have really bad anxiety especially social anxiety so feeling trapped happens a lot to me even if I’m with my closest friends. I have mainly focused on breathing but the method you do of thinking about the next steps in time that will happen beyond how you’re feeling right now is something I’m deffo gonna start doing and also play the games of your phone. Thank you so much for telling us your tools. I hope you and your family have such a happy and memorable Christmas. P.S. Your vlogs are the biggest comfort to me I can’t even tell you how much I love them🤍
That toy barn, looks exactly like one i played with as a kid in the 90s 🥲🤔
My daughter is 28 yrs old and I still remember, word for word, her favourite book from when she was 1.5 yrs old. lol
I suffer a lot from anxiety when being on planes, but my family and I are going on a (very short) flight in January and I can already feel the stress over it. Your small tips really made me relax in it, and I will definitely use them!! So thank you to you (and Alexis) ❤️
Love from a normally ‘silent watcher’
I love seeing Ottie grow up especially since i grew up watching you and Alfie🥰. And she is already so grown, i feel like its just been a few days since she was born😂
Zoe and Alfie thank you for vlogmas❤️
thank you so much for being more open about anxiety recently, zoe. it really means so much and is going to help so many people (including me). i’m so proud of how far you have come in terms of ur anxiety, but i’m so glad that u acknowledge that it’s ok to still feel anxious even when you have come as far as you have. we love u so much 🤍🤍🤍
I never comment, but when you started talking about when time freezes when you are anxious, I have never heard someone talk about it that way. I can relate so much, as the last few days have been a massive struggle for me with my anxiety. It feels like such a relief to hear how someone else feels the way I am feeling currently. I am going to take your advise and use these tools. Thank you so so much.
I think all this stress n anxiety is huge but the happiness and joy u probably see on the faces of the people u love makes it kinda worth it.
I’ve had anxiety since 2007 and I’ve always tried breathing exercises and that would somewhat help but what I found has helped me in the last 3 years is guided meditation and I listen to the ones I find on CZcams, so I put it on at the point where it’s hard to breathe and it doesn’t matter if I’m not sleepy in the slightest they always put me to sleep so fast and haven’t gone through a full on panic attack because I was asleep.
this vlogmas has completely healed my inner child.
Thanks for those tips. Especially the « you can leave » one 🙏🏼
I'm a silent watcher, but I can't leave you without a comment. thank you VERY much (and Alfie ofc) for doing vlogmas. this december is so stressful for me at work, and I'm struggling with the workload and trying to do everything before the end of the year. your vlogmas help me so much to keep pushing all these days. this is the highlight of my december. I wish you and your whole family a very happy joyful Merry Christmas. Thank you, Zoe, Alfie and Ottie 🥰
I cannot believe how much I want to come to England and hang out in your house with you. Your food, games you play, shopping trips, movies basically everything you show is how I would love to live every day. Your taste in things are so similar to mine. Alfie seems like a great Dad and you can tell how much Ottie loves him and you. She seems like such a sweet little girl who is a perfect mix of you both. Love your Vlogmas videos, they truly make it feel more like Christmas to me. Merry Christmas from Michigan
Wishing you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year x
loved this vlog zoe! ive suffered with anxiety for the past 7 years and your videos and anxiety advice have helped me so so much to get through those times. thank you so much for everything ❤
I get really stressed having anyone come to my house or garden (wildlife excepted) and especially tradespeople, letting agents, landlord/lady but also neighbours, family, friends. Maybe like Zoë it’s a fear of it not being clean or tidy enough, or running out of conversation, being less than. I am an antisocial introvert and love nothing more than peace & quiet, hate being the centre of attention, prefer to be a helper rather than a centre stage person. I cry very easily and very much (no question of ever watching wildlife documentaries) so funerals are a terrible ordeal, or tellings off/lectures (am 65, there really shouldn’t be any of these but I have a family full of controlling or sneakily controlling people). Here’s to a hopefully peaceful 2023 but any good tips from Alexis or fellow subs are welcome 🥰
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Thank you for Zoe, Alfie and Ottie for a lovey vlogmas! (Long term silent watcher over here!)
Hearing you talk about your journey with anxiety is so amazing! I can’t explain how nice it feels to know someone else is going through something similar and we are not alone 🥰 Vlogmas this year has been wonderful and I have loved every moment! Silent watcher commenting as this year has just hit different! Thank you ❤️🎅🏻
Oh my goodness, this vlog hit me so hard, I was literally listening so intently on every word you were saying about talking through your anxiety tools and situations that you have had where it's been super hard for you and giving examples aswell, out of nowhere I just started balling my eyes out. I can feel your anxiety so deeply it's like on another level of an emotional connection. I relate and can fully and completely understand that agonizing trapped feeling that I constantly feel like there is a forever chain locked around me, dragging me through each day... so I want to say how insanely brave and courageous you are and how thankful I am to have such inspiring people like yourself Zoe. Honestly I have never felt so close to someone without actually meeting them and connecting and relating on such a deep and personal thing. Thank you for being an advocate for Mental Health and for constantly putting your all into every single word that you kindly share with us. You Sharing your anxiety stories and situations made me so emotional I was crying for a good 30 minutes. I'm proud of you for always doing ur absolute best with everything that you have to help and guide you. Thank you for just being your beautiful one of a kind self , what a gift you are. These types of videos and conversations mean the world and more to me.🤍🤍
Omg im the same on the 23rd today i have been running around getting last of the food as also forgot some bits, dropped off gifts, 4 loads of washing, cleaned the house, did my mums hair cooked for a party tomorrow, all thats left is food prep tomorrow and mop the kitchen floor.goal to be done by 10am and relax and enjoy the holidays
Helps me so much with my bad anxiety and not feeling alone when I sometimes feel like it’s sometimes crippling, thank you so much Zoe✨❤️✨❤
I’m having a really bad emetophobia attack and I have a ‘zoella calming’ playlist on CZcams to help distract me and calm me whenever I feel like this. Listening to you talk about the anxiety and the coping methods really helped so I’ll be adding this to the playlist.
Zoe! When I start getting anxious, I watch you! Lol
The bit she talks about at around 25 minutes is called progressive muscle relaxation! I've found it really helpful with my anxiety and sleep.
I know exactly the feeling when anxiety is approaching . I totally over think my bodies symptoms. My heart beat is fuller, i notice my breaths more… everything becomes more noticeable. That’s when I have to have a word with myself and try to remember its the anxiety and it will pass. Took me years to get to this stage though. I wouldn’t wish anxiety on anyone.
i’m going to cry when Vlogmas ends 😭 nevermind i’m crying now 😭
zoe and alfie are my comfort people. this december has literally been the coziest and most peaceful i’ve ever had and perhaps it’s because i’m finally financially stable but i’m going to chalk it up to being because of vlogmas.
I’ve commented on nearly every video thanking you both for your time and allowing us into your lives. sincerely grateful. it’s been the absolute best vlogmas ever. ❤❤ (and that’s saying a lot because i’ve been watching since 2012 😂)
I have PTSD and MST from serving in the US Army....i don't go out alone. I needed a few groceries and my daughter was unable to come with me, she encouraged me to go alone. I entered the store, kept my head down and collected exactly what i needed and headed to the check out. Standing in line i could feel the anxiety coming on. I SO didn't want this to happen in front of strangers....so i started breathing hoping it would stop building up. It just didn't help...I left in tears.
When I’m feeling anxious, I watch your videos… so, if one day I see you in person, I would love to say “hello and thank you” to you💓
Also, even thou you sit on the floor talking about random things during X-mas, for the majority of us, will be really enjoyable, so don’t worry that much about Christmas content 😊
Love you Zoe!
I first discovered you after the first video you uploaded discussing your anxiety on the Zoella channel - it affected me so deeply on a human level. I never heard anyone describe anxiety in such a relatable way.
Years and years later, here you are, discussing the tools that help you. I will be applying some of these now, as well as some of my own, as Christmas is ramping up the anxiety for me. Thank you for continuing to discuss this. It is so appreciated 💚❤️
You would enjoy some Patchwork as well I think!
Good recommendations for panic attacks. When I would call up my sister to tell her I was feeling anxious again, she would just tell me to breath which helped a lot and just by distracting me I guess. Still figuring things out what helps me.
Breathing is a big thing though.
My therapist said to try and think of the complete opposite of whats making me anxious and that changed my life. Heights? Think of the lowest place youve ever been. People? Think of being at a spa alone for a rest. Etc. Life. Changing.
Thank you for sharing about what helps your anxiety. I’ve been feeling super anxious the past few days and feeling on the verge of a panic attack all day it feels with no real reason why that I can think of.
I generally don't enjoy content with kids because I'm not big on kids AT ALL but Zoe's vlogs are so different. Maybe it's because I've grown up with her and so it's fulfilling to see this part of her life. I'm not quite sure. But it's been so comforting to watch these vlogs just like the good old days of Vlogmas when Zoe first started. Thank you so much for doing these and letting us into your life for an entire month, it's really helped as it's been a rough holiday season for me. So thank you Zoe and thank you to Alfie for editing them🖤
I've been a silent watcher since before you and Alfier were together and I've always been so appreciative of your candidness about anxiety. I'm 20 now which means I was probably 9 or 10 when I started watching your videos (insane!). I do the exact same thing when I start to over think the beginnings of a panic attack and just give myself little increments of time before I can focus on it. It's so comforting to hear that someone else does this! Thanks for 10 or more years of comfort and laughs! Always been inspired by you ❤
As a person who is suffering from anxiety actually watching my favorite show (friends) or i start coloring in children's coloring books or just take out a canvas and i just start drawing and coloring that's what really helps me , and also breathing helps ALOT , Also just sitting down with someone you love like your bestfriend or just whatsapping them really helps , writing down how you feel that day in a note book makes it a bit easier .
Silent watcher here 👋 the OG one! It's amazing to see you being a mom to the cutest girl (my heart melts every time I hear her making that "oooh" sound) especially now when I am a mom too. ❤️ It's been a long and lovely journey since the "yes" video till now. You've been an amazing comfort and inspiration for me! Thank you Zoe!
Zoe's vlogmas is just like an advent calendar but instead of chocolate you get a bunch of positive vibes, like listen to a friend after a long day
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P.s sorry for my English, i'm from Russia
Watching you like since 2016
Thank you Zoe and Alfie for vlogmas this year! I have enjoyed every second. ❤️💚
One of the games I love is Egg Inc. you run a chicken farm and that’s it. It’s the only game where I will willingly watch an ad to get rewards, but as far as I know all the ads are optional. You don’t have to watch them! There’s something about the sounds the chickens make when they are running to the coops that just soothes me
I knew right when you started talking about it that you would mention the room of tables at Playlist! I feel old lol
I was someone who asked for both the playroom tour and the anxiety tools so thanks so much for sharing!
Enjoyed both so much ♥
Also, feel free to tell us at random times in your vlogs to relax our jaws cause why is that always a thing everyone needs to hear? Hahah!
Zoe, I have never commented on any of your videos and started watching when I was around 14 (I’m now 23) you are my comfort space and where I go when I feel anxious or life is overwhelming me. I just wanted to thank you ❤
Always anxiety reducing to watch your videos.
This was lovely as usual and thank you for explaining your anxiety help stuff.. funny thing is I’ll play the most mundane games and it helps me 😂 I felt stupid, but now not so much ❤️ and I totally get pleasing everyone and writing list .. so me !! Merry Christmas Zoe and fam from OZ 🐨
I'm a silent watcher but this past year have struggled a lot with anxiety, this is due to some medical issues and I have not experienced this before the past year. What has helped me a lot is lavender oil, yoga, deep breathing, showering, and most importantly, reminding myself that these thoughts are passing through me, they're not a part of me.
I learned this from a tiktok where someone talked about how defensive we get when people express their differing opinions on something because we believe our opinions, like a political affiliation or a sports team that we like, are a part of us. No, it is a thought we have or something we like, but not a piece of our person. Same goes for anxious thoughts: they are moving through you, not a part of you.
I hope this helps someone else!
I don't want Vlogmas to be over! Who needs an advent calendar when we have such great videos?
The funniest part of every vlog is when Zoe wants to see Ottie’s calendar chocolate and she just eats it anyway 😂
Silent watcher since I was 16 and I'm 27 now :) Thank you both for sharing the most wholesome content on yt ❤ I've had the best time popping on your vlogmas every day! Once my fiance and I have a baby, I can't wait to do the book advent idea! And today I have an itch to clean everything so I'm with you! Wishing you all a lovely holiday and new year xx
Thank you so much for sharing your tips at the end Zoe ❤ I've been watching since before you and Alfie were together & truly saw how much your anxiety has improved over the years. There is so much I wish I could share with you but most importantly thank you for always being so kind & open with us all. I know there is so many of us you've helped over the years; you have a heart of gold & are such an amazing mum to Ottie. 💕 I'm so sad Vlogmas is almost over, it's been so lovely, especially getting to see Ottie as she grow's & learns new things. Such a joy! I hope you all have a beautiful fun filled Christmas ❤
the really useful tool for anxiety is to shift your focus to the outside worl when you feel so focused on your body and feel trapped in your mind. when you focus on the things you see, feel, smell and hear. focusing on your senses and outside world rather then staying in your mind
I don't know if you'll ever see this but I just wanted to say that your openness about your anxiety has helped me so much and sharing the things that help you and been a huge help to me and I just cannot even say how thankful I am for that.
I can’t tell you enough how much I relate to your anxiety story. I always feel trapped and feel like I can’t leave. Hearing you have the same experience especially while I’m having a tough time with my anxiety gives me so much hope. I’ve been watching your videos since 2013 and have always been a silent watcher until now :) Also getting to watch your vlogmas videos everyday has helped me with my anxiety, it gives my brain a break and I get to feel joy watching you with your family ❤❤
That’s such a good description of anxiety, you over think everything heading in a spiral of negative thoughts. I got so sick of talking myself out of the panic, I eventually had to medicate with citalopram as I couldn’t live my life, but thank you for sharing and being so open. I just remember thinking I’m going crazy, but thank goodness everyone is opening up about mental health now and you don’t have to feel like it’s only you that feels like that ❤️😘
Thank you zoe, I have just moved house. As you can imagine there's just stuff everywhere, I hate mess so it makes me feel uneasy. But now I ca think of it in the future we will have our kitchen or a nice bathroom etc. So thank you
Yes to this!! I always think what will I do next, and it works everytime. I hardly ever have panic attacks now because I quickly think ok so I'll be doing xyz soon. I didn't know this even was a known technique I just thought it was something I did xx reminding yourself you've survived every previous attack helps too as it takes you out of the moment xx
Edit - redecor app is a REALLY good way of calming anxiety for those who like to create a room from scratch, it's free too. Basically you are a decor expert who's been called in to create a room for different people and compete against others for 'money' to buy more materials. Helped me a lot!
HAHA, the chocolates are always gone soooo quickly!
oh my goodness two dots scavenger hunts are my saving grace when it comes to my panic/anxiety!! highly recommend to others
Hi Zoe!!
I am from Australia…
I’ve been watching your CZcams channel almost since you have started CZcams!! I was about 8 years old and now 23… I have ALWAYS wanted to travel to England because of you and your videos and made me want to experience all of the lovely places and cute shops etc around London and Brighton!!!
On Boxing Day I am FINALLY flying out to England and visiting Brighton early January! I am SO extremely excited!! All because of you and Alfie and Mark creating such amazing videos over the years. This has been my dream for over 10 years! I just wanted to let you know how inspiring you have been and I have watched your videos through graduations, exams, break ups, Christmas’ (vlogmas is the best) weddings etc and you have always been a great escape from reality.
Now my reality is travelling to England in 3 days… I just wanted to let you know how much you have genuinely impacted my life and how I act in life due to your beautiful values and morals!!
Love you all !! Xx
I am a silent watcher, but I have loved watching your videos for many years. I have never left a comment but I love how happy and positive you are and how you and Alfie have created such a cute family together. I actually met Alfie in 2015 when he came to my city for his book tour! Absolutely loved vlogmas this year and was very happy every time i got to watch each video. Hope you guys have a great christmas!!!
it was really interesting to hear about you listening to relaxing app during labor. this is self care at its finest. you know what you need to feel better. i would love to hear more about some tips and tricks for other anxious mothers out there! :D
I was at that Playlist! I remember feeling so bad for you, I also struggle with bad anxiety.
When I’m getting pretty anxious and need a distraction I’ll download random mobile games and try them out just to distract me for a bit and take me out of my head! Thanks for sharing some of the tools that help you. ❤
I enjoyed hearing the Alexis tip/strategy about the boat/waves/baling out & would love to hear it applied more generally if possible as I don’t have panic attacks as such. One hears sportspeople talking about parking up failures or packing them into a dinghy/tender and then letting them go …
Zoe, thank you for these recommendations how to face the anxiety. It's just really something that I need right now. In a couple of days I'm having a driving exam.. Can't explain how anxious and worried I am. I try to calm myself down saying that the world ain't going to crush however it's still quite bothering me. I will definitely use your advices. Thanks a million!!! Love and peace to your family ❤️☀️
when i found out that panic attacks only last 15-30 mins typically, i give myself 15 minutes to just stop & feel the anxiety & nervousness but when the 15 minutes is up i have to move on from it and it helps me
I just loved the awe that she was in when her book made a sound, like it was the first time she was hearing it and she was just completely amazed. Children are just so wondrous aren’t they? It’s probably why I was a nanny for years lol
My daughter and her fiancé have Covid, our Christmas is going to be postponed. They had food poisoning for Thanksgiving and that was postponed. I asked her if she had something against the holidays this year haha. It’ll be fine we are adults and we can get past it. I have been struggling the last couple days with the funny headache and a sore throat so hopefully I am not coming down with it, I am still testing negative so fingers crossed.
I have had my shopping done although a few are not due to come until the 26th but now that’ll be perfectly fine but I always write funny things on the to and from stickers on all of our presents. My dad passed away sadly 12 years ago and he started this when I was a kid so it is something I have happily continued and the entire family just enjoy it so much. My dad would get a little more mushy with to my queen from her king to my mom, things like that whereas I get a little funnier and I will put my kids names & then something silly that has happened or if they’ve been watching the Grinch a lot I will put from the grinch things like that. A different thing on each present so it takes everyone a little longer to open their presents because they like reading the to and from stickers, I think it gives pause to enjoy the present even more. I just thought I’d share something fun that we do but now I also have all the time in the world to finish all of my stickers. There’s always an upside to things isn’t there, you just have to look for them? You guys are going to have the most fantastic Christmas this year, kids make Christmas, they are the heart of the family and watching them see everything and play with everything then pass out from exhaustion is just the best and you guys have the most adorable little one there is. Merry Christmas from my family to yours. 🎅🏻🎄🤶
feeling super validated with the anxiety tools chat & seeing these comments!! love to see it, thankyou
I will sit here and listen to Zoe talk for hours because I’m nap trapped and it’s therapeutic. It has come to the point where I watch Zoe so much that my 3 month old knows Zoe’s voice and loves watching her 😅
Thank you so much for the anxiety tools chat Zoe, I have a colouring app on my phone that I often turn to. I always have to get to sleep with the relax app too x
Hi Zoe, Alfie, Otti, and Nala! I am for the most part a silent watcher, but have been here since Zoe did videos in her Dad’s house (I think it was your Dad’s house lol…it’s been a long time)! I wanted to let you know that you speaking about your experiences with anxiety has been so helpful for me. You’re probably one of the reasons I finally spoke to my doctor about it years ago now and got help. Recently I moved to a remote part of Canada with my now husband and flying has become a much bigger part of my life if we want to go back home and visit. Unfortunately, flying is probably one of my biggest anxieties now (it used to never be, but that’s anxiety for you!) This video was so helpful for me and you speaking about being on a plane and picturing what happens after makes complete sense to me! I’m going to try that tactic on my next flights! I also just downloaded the relaxation app and all of the games you suggested to try too! On another note, your family’s vlogmas has been extra special to me this year as it is our first year being away from our families at Christmas and it is really helping me get in the Christmas spirit! Thank you for being such a big part of my life for all of these years, and I am wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Emma xx
Can’t believe I’m commenting again.. but Zoe thank you, thank you, thank you for this movement beyond concept. I am a wreck on flights so I am hoping this will do the trick. I have a feeling it will do wonders, as long as I’m not too “stuck” to remember to try. Thank you.
Generally can’t believe it. Zoe announcing she’s doing vlogmas. Next thing you know it’s Christmas Eve Eve. How quick has it gone!