Why I'm REALLY on YouTube // An Unabridged Answer

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  • čas přidán 13. 09. 2024
  • Every now and then people ask me why I'm on this platform and I always give an abbreviated answer for the sake of brevity. This time, I wanted to give the full and unabridged answer to the question. Above all things, I appreciate that you find something valuable in the stories I tell about my existence. I never want to take for granted that for whatever reason, I have your eyes and your ears. I am forever grateful to you.
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Komentáře • 100

  • @keilah4039
    @keilah4039 Před 4 lety +72

    "I existed." The brevity and sheer weight of this statement . . . Your channel is a gem, a blessing. Always has been. Please keep sharing your story/gift with us, Hallease.

  • @Evelynfromtheinternets
    @Evelynfromtheinternets Před 4 lety +47

    Watching Ferguson erupt on livestream was a mind shift for me too. I would stay up till like 2, 3am just watching events unfold like XYZ and the news would be like ABC and I would be like WTF 🤯🤯🤯

    • @hallease
      @hallease  Před 4 lety +4

      I remember listening to NPR on the way to work and as they did the hourly briefing I yelled in my car, "WHY AREN'T YOU COVERING FERGUSON?!" it really felt like a betrayal.
      ...then they started covering and that just threw me...

  • @erinmoore7802
    @erinmoore7802 Před 4 lety +23

    “I refuse to let other people tell my story because they will tell it wrong.” So much power in this statement. Love your intentional conversations with us into your chaotic good life. You are a gift. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MsDoryLinda
    @MsDoryLinda Před 4 lety +34

    "No one can contradict my account of my life" 🤯 wow!! Growing up I was often told "yes, but..." everytime I called out something. I didn't feel I was given permission to just be, I often felt invalidated. It took me a really long time to understand that had little to do with me and more to do with the other person's ability to deal with what was. Now my channel here on CZcams celebrates the importance of being. Thank you for sharing this message. It hit a deep place for me. 🤗

  • @nikkiep23
    @nikkiep23 Před 4 lety +30

    Hallease I'm in the middle of watching this video and I have to say that I love love love your cinematic/ documentary style. Your channel has evolved into something so much more than your original hair channel. So so so talented!

  • @BeeNaaa5
    @BeeNaaa5 Před 4 lety +14

    i didn't expect this to be so profound...i've been sitting here for a few mins now letting it soak in...i don't know what to say, but thank you ❤

  • @shannvid
    @shannvid Před 4 lety +17

    Sis...all of this. I love this, I've thought this, I've had anxiety over this. Good to see someone give voice to it.

  • @letjwil
    @letjwil Před 4 lety +6

    Preach!!! Your evidence of your existence, told by YOU. You have inspired me in so many ways....natural hair, family tradition, being in the moment, social injustice, authentic marriage events and just speaking YOUR TRUTH!!!! We are all multi-layered individuals and your channel pulls back the layers of you. Thank you for your vulnerability and creative capacity to spread JOY & connection through this virtual space!

  • @lizshoemaker
    @lizshoemaker Před 4 lety +12

    Thank you for telling your story.

  • @Lysawashere
    @Lysawashere Před 4 lety +5

    Love this. You can really see your message here as the underlining tone for all of your videos and I really do believe that's why people are drawn to you

  • @sugarbanana8066
    @sugarbanana8066 Před 4 lety +4

    I choked up when you said, "if I become a hashtag." I made a CZcams channel as a creative outlet as well. When you said, "Hallease was here" my sister and I started singing "I was here" by Beyonce lol Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with us!

  • @FlexNFly
    @FlexNFly Před 4 lety +15

    You're on CZcams because we need you on this platform desperately. Let me watch... lol

  • @JosephineBabirye
    @JosephineBabirye Před 4 lety +5

    I almost cried watching this! 😭😭😭 Thank you for sharing. It’s really inspiring to me!

  • @LindaBankston
    @LindaBankston Před 4 lety +6

    That's why i don't care for reg news, they spend more time on commercials than telling or explaining the actual true story. So alot of people are in that void. But i digress, love your story. Stay safe, stay creative, and best of luck adapting to our new lifestyles.👍🙏🥰

  • @ForeverEclectic
    @ForeverEclectic Před 4 lety +8

    We are grateful for you:)

  • @chacecampbell2697
    @chacecampbell2697 Před 4 lety +3

    Very grateful for the calming, introspective, and educational space you've carved out of this platform. We see you and are all rooting for your growth and wellbeing. Thank you for sharing!

  • @ItsMeKeda
    @ItsMeKeda Před 4 lety

    The most simple, poignant, beautiful statement possible. No frills, just truth. I’m glad to be on this journey with you. 🖤

  • @emilysha418
    @emilysha418 Před 4 lety +2

    Glad you exist. Thanks for being thoughtful and adding closed captions. Hope you're having a chaotically good day.

  • @kalka1l
    @kalka1l Před 4 lety +2

    ‘People reading the closed captions’ I followed your fingers along as I realized what you said. Seen. Thank you for always producing such insightful soul-filling content.

  • @msfrostyrose1968
    @msfrostyrose1968 Před 4 lety +5

    Hey I’ve watched you for years and never commented but I had to say something today I loved your realness and transparency I appreciate you💕

  • @katesterner
    @katesterner Před 4 lety

    I'm grateful for you, too, Hallease. Thank you.

  • @eunicen5427
    @eunicen5427 Před 4 lety

    my evidence of my existence. - those words describe why i write and why i share. thank you for sharing them.

  • @journeythroughsistaahood7754

    Wow! "Evidence of existence"....thank you for sharing your story through your own words ❤

  • @silverzlove
    @silverzlove Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for the word, for your evidence, for your proof, for your truth. Much love, Hallease.

  • @rissa206
    @rissa206 Před 4 lety

    This resonates with me so much. My city has had some wild protests this summer and some incredible journalists live streaming what's really happening. It really effects your ideals of the truth and who controls truth.

  • @buutifuleyes
    @buutifuleyes Před 4 lety

    Your presence, your voice, your perspective on critical issues are very much needed and appreciated!!!

  • @ladiepink
    @ladiepink Před 4 lety +5

    Whew so good soo good !!!!

  • @ecoecho1982
    @ecoecho1982 Před 4 lety

    Thanks Hallease. Seeing you be honest, brave and vulnerable here was really needed for me today. We all hope you have a good week, too:)

  • @ChocolateDrop_84
    @ChocolateDrop_84 Před 4 lety +3

    Good Morning beautiful, yes periscope is still around. I love listening to you, so interesting and intelligent. Thank you for sharing your authentic self with us. Have a great week!

  • @yvwinter
    @yvwinter Před 4 lety

    Wow! Thank you for sharing. Ferguson was one of the reasons I eventually started my channel, but I never had the courage to post until literally last week. I got emotional watching this video cause I have the same reasons for being on this platform. I find it sad that if something were to happen to me my truth wouldn't be told. So here I am, joining you in the sharing, and looking forward to what might grow from it. ❤️

  • @chrisnoon7418
    @chrisnoon7418 Před 4 lety +4

    Again I’m inspired. Your videos are brilliant and I want to bring my own brand of existence to a “vlog” or something. Your wisdom is greatly appreciated!!! You keep it simple and I don’t know how to motivate myself to just do something simple as well.

    • @hallease
      @hallease  Před 4 lety +1

      You just have to start, the sooner you start the sooner you'll get better.

  • @QuirkyMonday
    @QuirkyMonday Před 4 lety

    thank you so much for sharing this. the idea that this channel is evidence of your existence hit me so very hard. i am grateful that i came across your channel and i’m grateful that you are here, making your voice heard.

  • @aohamer
    @aohamer Před 4 lety

    After I painted the "V" in the Black Lives Matter Mural in Seattle's CHOP, I was so pissed how media tried to portray us as domestic terrorist. I so relate to your reasons for starting a CZcams channel to control my own narrative and to share my own story from my own mouth. Thank you so much for being here and sharing your truth. The evidence is here😍 Happy to join your journey 💘

  • @PoohMrsSunshine
    @PoohMrsSunshine Před 4 lety

    This is beautiful, Hallease! I think we all should find ways to evidence our own existence.

  • @insulaarachnid
    @insulaarachnid Před 4 lety

    Thank you for sharing this Hallease.
    I am glad to know of you via this channel and grateful for all the creative, enriching & intelligent vlogs.
    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @awesomeadam88
    @awesomeadam88 Před 4 lety

    You're officially my favorite youtuber! I really appreciate the genuine-ness you convey through your videos. Everyone is here to show off or be wild for attention and you're here being your true self and being more interesting than anyone else for it!
    Best wishes. :)

  • @RampantLion708
    @RampantLion708 Před 4 lety

    Hallease, this is deep and powerful and you and your story are gifts. Thank you.

  • @elliewellington8139
    @elliewellington8139 Před 4 lety

    I’m so glad I found your channel. I found you via our mutual love of plants and I’m finding my vibes dig your vibes. You’re a breath of fresh air on this platform.

  • @Ji-wz7ys
    @Ji-wz7ys Před 4 lety

    Hallease, thank you so very much for being you, for sharing your story, your thoughts, everything. You are a true inspiration! Much love and respect, all the way from little me, in little Norway

  • @blackgirlburntout
    @blackgirlburntout Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing... such a deep perspective. continue endevoring Hallease, your videos are always appreciated. 🖤

  • @Javierann
    @Javierann Před 4 lety

    Thank you for sharing. Randomly came about your vlog and love your authenticity! Stay blessed!

  • @PackofDiscos
    @PackofDiscos Před 3 lety

    Cannot put my finger on why this made me feel tearful... But thank you for sharing your life with us! Looking forward to seeing what's next, even if it's the everyday.

  • @StormyHair
    @StormyHair Před 4 lety

    Ah yes! Thank you for this. My YT is years long and I NEVER thought about it that way. Direction...got it now!

  • @henriettamcdaniel3783
    @henriettamcdaniel3783 Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for the uplifting conversation of yourself. Truth

  • @nataliesantoroart4534
    @nataliesantoroart4534 Před 4 lety

    This is awesome Hallease. I recently found your channel and am inspired by your life the way you tackle it.

  • @HairofHeritage
    @HairofHeritage Před 4 lety

    Just recently found your channel and love it. Keep up making videos! Keep on telling your story, it’s so important.

  • @hinatalieclaire
    @hinatalieclaire Před 4 lety

    So emotional. Thank you for sharing the real you and your story.

  • @lindsworld8002
    @lindsworld8002 Před 4 lety

    You were made for this. I love the tone of your voice and you are making me want to tell my own story even more. P.S. I also loved how earthy your whole looks is in the videos I've seen Do you boo!

  • @RaquelB
    @RaquelB Před 4 lety +1

    You are such an impactfulperson, and I dont use that word lightly. Your videos resonate with me on a different t level. Thank you for sharing and inspiring me.

  • @b4innernetz
    @b4innernetz Před 3 lety

    ☮️&❤️
    i see you.
    thank you for existing!

  • @ashleyscott6342
    @ashleyscott6342 Před 4 lety

    Thank you Hallease!❤❤

  • @pammysadventures
    @pammysadventures Před 3 lety

    Thankyou for sharing your adventures with us and the reasons behind them

  • @PortraitofAsha
    @PortraitofAsha Před 4 lety +2

    For similar reasons, I rebranded my channel. I want to tell my own story.

  • @erinmoore7802
    @erinmoore7802 Před 4 lety

    You are a gift. Thank you for sharing.

  • @jesskneela5473
    @jesskneela5473 Před 4 lety

    It’s a gift to be able to witness your existence. Thank you for sharing this truth. Appreciate you and what you bring in this digital space.

  • @jalepepper
    @jalepepper Před 4 lety

    you are a wonderful and powerful speaker. thank you for sharing your story with us

  • @natalieajax-lewis4752
    @natalieajax-lewis4752 Před 4 lety

    Thank you, I've been subscribed to you for late over a year now. I love it when I see your videos pop up in my feed because I know it'll be something fun, insightful, beautifully shot and funny af. Thank you for telling your story 😊

  • @stone9303
    @stone9303 Před 2 lety

    So happy to have found your channel!

  • @Huniryder
    @Huniryder Před 4 lety

    I'm a new fan but a fan nonetheless. I adore your vibe, your words, all of it! Thank you for putting yourself and your energies out here for the rest of us.

  • @lumirueluv
    @lumirueluv Před 2 lety

    Wow, this is powerful. Thank you.

  • @drunklandlord
    @drunklandlord Před 4 lety

    It's a joy and an honour to witness you.

  • @MsCida
    @MsCida Před 4 lety

    This video is so inspiring for me and things I’ve struggled with for years.

  • @JerotichKosgey
    @JerotichKosgey Před 4 lety

    Well said. Keep doing you, it's amazing to watch and follow

  • @CT-bm9oz
    @CT-bm9oz Před 4 lety

    Thank you 💕

  • @TheReverenceProject
    @TheReverenceProject Před 4 lety

    What a profound reason to create a youtube-channel! Thank you, I appreciate you sharing it.

  • @mariee_e
    @mariee_e Před rokem

    7:08 we’re grateful for hallease

  • @milagroswashere
    @milagroswashere Před 4 lety

    Hi Hallease, I’m going to keep my comment short. I just love your content. Thank you for telling your story. Short attention span who? I could watch your videos and not even notice how much time goes by. Thank you.

  • @Galissag
    @Galissag Před 4 lety

    Thank you

  • @luvlocs06
    @luvlocs06 Před 4 lety

    I simply adore you! Your content is more than worth every bit of my time.

  • @bettyreads222
    @bettyreads222 Před 4 lety

    appreciate you and what you share in this space. :]

  • @ChristandLocs
    @ChristandLocs Před 4 lety

    I appreciate the well wishes over our week, Hallease. I hope you have a great productive
    week as well.

  • @StylesbyNancy
    @StylesbyNancy Před 4 lety

    This brought tears to my eyes.

  • @Heir2themoon
    @Heir2themoon Před 4 lety

    genuine thought provoking content. thanx

  • @TheLovePowerGoddess
    @TheLovePowerGoddess Před 4 lety

    And I'm glad I can teach and show you too! That you can learn from me too, my young sister

  • @Martina_E
    @Martina_E Před 4 lety

    I literally will watch anything you produce!!! You def vibe with me! Also, what have you been doing with your skin? - it looks amazing! I have oily sensitive acne prone skin and I still haven't found what worked yet. Also, what SPF do you use?

  • @BlinkPopShift
    @BlinkPopShift Před 4 lety +2

    I am so grateful to have you too. Hearing about the world thru your point of view is so valuable. My channel is also evidence, but not for the same reason (my white privilege right there). I have amnesia and I make videos for my future self to watch as evidence of a life, of growth and change.

  • @mldyson313
    @mldyson313 Před 4 lety

    I love this.

  • @LocCrush
    @LocCrush Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing your story 💛💛💛

  • @liztruth
    @liztruth Před 4 lety

    Earth angel Hallease.

  • @deedeedesir
    @deedeedesir Před 4 lety

    This is powerful 😊

  • @Vanessa47912
    @Vanessa47912 Před 4 lety

    Currently smashing the subscribe button!!

  • @IAM-bz6bz
    @IAM-bz6bz Před 4 lety +1

    I love your contents

  • @glamwithjaylyn
    @glamwithjaylyn Před 4 lety +1

    This is so deep. Love it.

  • @LatashaTrueHeart
    @LatashaTrueHeart Před 4 lety

    How eloquently poignant. ☺ I feel inspired. 💜 Thank you. 🌼

  • @zkelley9750
    @zkelley9750 Před 4 lety

    Wow. This. 🙌🏾.

  • @carson6082
    @carson6082 Před 4 lety +1

    you are so, so, so beautiful. thank you for sharing.

  • @kajosza
    @kajosza Před 4 lety

    Thank you!!
    And thank you for your content! you're a beautiful human and this channel is something that is not just a proof but a gospel. I'm not religious person but I just think it's not just a proof is the truth of your experience and existence on this planet ❤️and I want to thank you(again😅) for your honesty and realness❤️

  • @LiveNaturallyLove
    @LiveNaturallyLove Před 4 lety

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @thandiwemotopi833
    @thandiwemotopi833 Před 4 lety

    I love you. You're special

  • @eichelberger46
    @eichelberger46 Před 4 lety

    I love all the new content and the investment into your channel.

  • @venusmassiah9666
    @venusmassiah9666 Před 3 lety

    I think that you are an amazing young woman ❤❤❤

  • @myrilunalee9999
    @myrilunalee9999 Před 4 lety

    YES! YES! YES! Wooooh.... This. **smh** This. Truth. Thank you. Much love to you.

  • @speakingofmeesh
    @speakingofmeesh Před 4 lety

    How do you have the energy to keep going after Trayvon, Tamar, and countless others in the past and even this year? Do you think you have that fuel inside of you that makes you keep going? And did you check the sunlight and the amount of water you put in your plants? Thank you sooo much for this channel!!

  • @luluisher
    @luluisher Před 4 lety

    👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Amen