I love that your Mama was there when you went to get your ears pierced. Your growth over the last few months has been amazing to watch. It’s hard when you are in a relationship to look inside, it’s far easier when you’re on the outside looking back in at it (if that makes sense hahaha). Take care and stay safe 💝

"God had to tear me down to build something new up" absolutely love this. It's a journey, but it gets easier with time :)

I am in my 40s with no real reason to watch your vlogs. But I found them recently and watch because I feel so proud, like a mother would, of how you are moving forward. I would hope for the same for my girls.

Woow such a powerful car chat. So so so cool to hear that going through one of your worst fears has made you less fearful about other things. It's incredible to see how God uses the ugly fears we have and turns them around into something beautiful. He truly does take away our ashes and replaces them with a crown of beauty. I appreciate your honesty, God bless you, Michel!

No matter how big my kids get I always want to take care of/treat them. Let your mama do it - it brings her joy! Love your piercings and super love the lightning earrings!!!

I just had a thought, I would love to see some more of Austin! Like some beautiful streets, parks, places etc. So maybe you could do a video about exploring the city?

I’m 56 and just got a third ear piercing and considering more. I called it my mid life crisis, great video. Always love when your family comes over too. Your dress for your sisters wedding is stunning on you. 🙌🤩💛

You and your mom are SO precious together. I watched this whole video with a smile on my face. Thank you for sharing!

You are so wise beyond your years. It took be until I hit my 40’s to realize my value is determined by me and me alone. Michel you have so much to offer any relationship you choose to be in. It breaks my heart that “the old Michel” did not feel valued or loved. Big hugs girl!!

You glow more and more each vlog. You’re my inspiration

I found you recently when looking at videos about moving to Austin… and I just have to tell you- I’m a bit older than you, but I have walked a parallel path with health issues (which have been somewhat public), and a divorce after 14.5 years- which was about 5 years ago. I just have to tell you- the way you feel about all the challenge revealing more of your true self… it’s exactly what I went through. I too went through years of continuous molding of myself to try to perform better to make my ex happier- and only after that relationship dissolved did I recognize that I was no longer the person I truly was. With so much of God’s endless grace, I slowly peeled back the layers and layers- until it was just me… all vulnerable and raw- but it was me. And I was so grateful. My health then got really scary- but I was equipped with more strength and faith than ever… and slowly, I pulled through. Now, 5 years later, I’m in an amazing relationship and I’m thankful every day for this opportunity to start again- and I’ve never regretted anything about the journey or the previous relationship- because I would not be the person I am today without that loss. After the divorce was through and I had healed, I got a tattoo on my wrist that says “amor Fati” - look that up. 😘 keep smiling, sweet girl. Maybe I’ll run into you in Austin someday. Stay in the arena… it’s where the magic happens. You’re doin it.

No ones self worth should be based on what others think of them. Eleanor Roosevelt said it best when she said "no one can make you feel inferior without your consent." Glad you're in a healthier state of mind. Also love the earrings!

I love watching you and your parents. You have a very heartwarming relationship with both mom and dad. It reminds me of the relationship i had with my parents before becoming disabled. I can tell you make them a priority and they make you and your sister a priority. It’s just very sweet.

I love the idea of reframing fear. Life isn't over when our fears come true or when we fail, but rather, we become better because of it

Your parents are the literal sweetest

Oh Michel, I am so glad you see your growth in recent months! I think we (your viewers) see it in every video. You have come so far, in such a short time, that it has been a blessing to watch! You gave so much of yourself away before and didn't set boundaries for how you were to be treated. God has shown you your true value. You will never allow yourself to be treated like that again. On a different note, I got my tragus pierced in my 40s. I'm 60 now and still love it! Piercing with hollow needles is the only way to do it. ❤

You keep right on going Michel! If someone feels like they have to leave a mean comment, that is a reflection of who they are, not who you are.

I feel like life took you in this direction for a reason, your relationship with your mum is so cute 🥺💗

I've always wondered what it would be like to have a mom I lost my mom when I was 6 and she was 26 to a brain aneurysm. Still to this day I get nervous around mothers and so weird I'm always wondering how what it's like to have your mom and as I could see your mom is amazing.. it makes me wish that I had a mom but I'm very happy that I at least had my father growing up. You two are so lucky actually to have each other because I think you both are amazing

It's so wonderful seeing all the support you're getting throughout this even from places like discord! I hope you feel nothing but love and support during this time 🥰

Great vlog! I went through a transformation after my divorce also. And you kind of inadvertently helped me sell the last piece of jewelry my ex gave me. Just sold it last night! Life keeps getting better. Be present. Be accepting. Be happy. ♥️

Your shift from "expectations" to "hopes and dreams" makes so much sense for me. I relate to this a lot :)

I’ve been praying for you! So so encouraging to see your growth in this season! ❤️🙌🏾

100% on point car talk Michel. We need to keep growing to be the best versions of ourselves. I learned that within the past 2 years and the reality is, we will never stop growing. I'm so happy for your growth and your new journey. Someone will be very lucky to find you, I just know it because you are such a nice person and you deserve it. For now, just enjoy your alone time and do not stress about that. The best things happen when you least expect it. ❤️ Also, I have a little trick if you ever want to pay for someone who refuses to let you pay. Towards the end of our meal, I excuse myself to go to the bathroom. Then I secretly find the waiter/waitress and give them my card. 😄

It was funny my sweet guy and I went away this last weekend on our gate away that was much needed. He asked me Lanye how is that sweet woman in Texas doing and of course I know he is talking about you. Got to love him! Keep your head up and when you know it the right person will come along. I pray for peace of mind, strength and mindfulness of your ever-growing heart. Life sometimes is hard. I myself I am going through a very tuff season with my family. I cry a lot lately and that is no fun. Then I tell myself If Michel can get threw her tuff season so can I. Love Ya girlfriend keep on keeping on!

Michel you are blowing me away with such growth, such insight, and doing things that make you happy. So nice seeing you develop into your own into the BEST version of yourself. I love watching your journey as I catch myself saying Yes Michel … genuinely happy for you and all that you are allowing yourself to embrace💜

I have the same "arguments" with my parents about who gets to pay. Watching that made me laugh. :-)

Look at how much those who do know you best, like your family, love and support you. That shows a great deal of value right there.

It's always so good to see your mom! What fun jewelry you chose! Thanks for the heartfelt car chat. As the saying goes, There's clarity in retrospect. It's so great seeing your growth these past few months. It's so great seeing you happy and blossoming. Always remember...you are so worthy and deserve the best! So proud of you...go Michel! 💜

Car chat brought happy tears to my eyes, you are growing and changing and it is such a beautiful thing for us to witness. Keep pressing onward and upward your doing amazing. ✨💖 Also, it's so nice to see you and your mama together, such a healthy relationship. I love it all! 🙏🏽💯🥳🎉💝

Your car chat was so serendipitous to my life right now-- this week I have just been so incredibly grateful that "God had to tear things down to build something new up" in my life, as strange as that might sound to some people. Honestly, when my long-term relationship ended, it felt like my life was just falling apart, that all my hopes and dreams had ended as well-- it felt like everything was over. I saw it as a loss, but now I beginning to see how much I gained instead-- that I not only survived one of my worst fears, I came out on the other side of it growing, and thriving, and blooming. I don't even recognize the girl I was before this, and I honestly believe that if I had not gone through that breakup, and learned the lessons that I could only learn by going through it, I would not be at this place creating all this change and space in my life to achieve the things I have dreamed and longed for-- and for that reason, as bizarre as it may sound, I am grateful to God for that heartbreak because it led me to this.

I have recently subscribed to your channel in the last couple of months, and I have wanted to comment several times. I think you are 100% correct when you said you weren't valued. I am baffled as to why you were not treated with the unconditional love that you deserved, because I think you are amazing. I think the neglect you endured was a way to make your former spouse feel superior, because he knew you were out of his league. I am just saying. You are blessed to be able to grow and learn from this experience at such a young age, and you will find someone great!!

You have so much courage sharing your life with us. We all love you and are here to be your biggest cheerleaders as you navigate this new phase of life. You go girl! 🎉🎉🎉

Such awesome words you shared today. I think we all struggle with worry at times. Love seeing you spend time with your mom. She has such a beautiful smile. You are growing and becoming more confident. I hope you know that I may be old but I can still learn from young women like you. You bless me everyday.

I love the way you think. You are a very amazing girl. Do not allow the heaters to get at you and you're doing a good job at that. I hear ever KZfaqr gets heaters. A lot of people are just insecure to be honest they want other people to feel crappy along with them. Keep your head up and continue to ignore them you're doing amazing. And thank you so so much for sharing

I know it’s hard being in the unknown but a few years ago I was in a similar place as you and felt like life had pulled apart every piece of me. Looking back I see that part of my life as the most raw and free to experience life that I have ever felt. I tried so many new things and said yes to life in a way that I never had. I can now honestly say that I can see that time as happy even though at the moment it felt so painful. I know this will be the case for you. You are doing so great🤛🏻

I just love your updates! I'm your mom's age and wish that I had a daughter. I've always been fiercely independent, so I've always paid for everything on my own or for others. About 20 years ago, I had a friend who would offer to pay or do something for me, but I'd decline. One day, she told me, "when you don't allow other people to help or their offer to pay for something, you rob them of being a blessing to you. It makes us all feel good to be a blessing to others." I hope this makes sense. Love your piercings!

You have no idea how much I needed to hear this car chat! What you're saying is so true! I am going through some really hard struggles right now. My parents and I are living in a tiny house and we just got notified by the county that we can't live in it anymore. We have now where to go. We have no where else to live. I'm afraid and I'm trusting God. He has been telling my heart to thank him for the miracle he will do for us. My faith is really growing in ways I never could have imagined. We are all praying that God will provide us with what he knows we need. We have a small camper that we might be able to live in but I really don't want to do that. God has performed miracles in my life and amazed me with his goodness. I don't know where we will be by this Sunday but the great thing is God does! Amen! Thanks for the great video! God bless!

You are valued! We love you!

Nippies for the stick-ons, and Skims for the shapewear! Love the dress!

You are so inspiring and wise beyond your years! You bring me so much joy to watch! I find you so positive and I know you will do great things and find a great love in your life Michel!

Your growth in the past few months has been so inspiring! Each vlog you’re just glowing and I love your confidence. You’ve gone through so much so quickly and you are learning/growing from it in the most beautiful way. 🥰 Also love the new piercings, it’s making me really want to get mine done too!!

Watching you grow as a young woman and in God has been truly encouraging and inspiring. You have wisdom beyond your years. You are beautiful and fun and I love the content of your vlogs. From sip and thrift to unboxing to girls chats. It’s just real life. You actually captured me with unboxing but kept me with your sweet, honest girl chats. It might be fun to reach out to a vlogger you watch. It’s different. Just a thought. And as you say have a best rest of your day!

Michel you are amazing and inspiring. Don’t let anyone dim your light ❤️✨ ..and your mom is such an inspo too, definitely look up to her as a mother myself

Hey Michel, Hey friend!! I truly love your energy and I feel like I can see your heart. I truly love how transparent you are. Also I too feel like we are the same realizations about life. I truly look forward to all of your videos. Also PS You have an awesome Mom!! Sending love and blessings your way!! 💙

There are so many of us that want to label everything and compartmentalize our growth or achievements/milestones in our development. I think just doing as you've done and rephrasing your terminology is helpful. I found this vlog quite interesting.

Thank you for sharing this car chat. I'm in a different situation, but I can relate a lot to what you said about not feeling valued and striving for achievements as a result. For me this changed when I spent a year travelling and working overseas by myself (this was before the pandemic) which was a real season of growth and learning about myself. I'd definitely recommend solo travel when you are able to do so. On another topic, I'm very tempted to get some new piercings after watching this!

I don’t understand why people feel the need to say mean things. You so sweet why would anyone even have a mean thought to say about you. Love watching you grow and become self confident.

Thank you for sharing your journey of healing and recovery ❤️❤️❤️ we love to see it!!!

Michel always makes me feel so motivated. I wanna be her friend irl

I am so glad your Mom was with you with the piercing it just made it special. God will break us down so we can allow great things to happen to us, we have to be reminded that He is in charge and laughs at us when we think we do. This has helped you find out to love yourself and to let your faith in God take you on this new journey. Your are awesome and valued and most importantly LOVED❤️❤️❤️❤️

I don't know you, but I'm proud of you and respect you. It's scary to be vulnerable, but that's also strength

I LOVE your car chats. You’ve truly been blossoming in this new phase in your life and I’m so happy for you! Also very much love your piercings 😍

I love piercings! Since you mention your planned bee tattoo I must say… I have a gold bee earring in my conch on my right ear and I absolutely adore it. It’s cute but still subtle and since it’s gold it matches with any other earring combinations I wear!

You have to remember that someone who takes the time to attempt to tear someone else down is not in a good place in their own life. People who are content and doing their own thing simply don't make time for that. Hopefully knowing that makes it even easier for you to not care. It's really THEM not you. Hurt people, hurt people. It's true and it's sad and instead of being upset, really, just feel pity for them and move on like you are. Keep doing you. You've been getting a lot more positive feedback lately for a reason and that's because we can all see the growth in your confidence and strength and some people just can't handle seeing other evolve when they are stuck in a rut themselves.

To watch you navigate this journey really is beautiful.. thank you for being brave to let us in. You are truly a shining light in this world.

Michel, You are full of so much wisdom and grace. thank you for being you and let the lord use you with your platform:)

It's so refreshing to see the difference in the change that's happening to you, it's amazing. Lessons in life for hard but they all have a purpose we learn so much and there's a testimony for every test that we go through and you were handling it beautifully God bless you

So happy to hear you say that you will no longer try to work so hard to please other people, you're perfect the way you are and the right people will recognize that in a heartbeat!

Love the new earrings. I have 6 in my left ear and five in my right. I wear very small posts in all but the second holes. Those are reserved for changing every day to my hoops and dangling earrings. Ignore the rude comments, you are right they don’t know you. I don’t know how anyone could have anything rude to say about you anyway! You are a ray of sunshine!

Michel, you are so precious! Thank you for sharing your growth with us. I relate to you on the fears thing. Thank you for inspiring me 🌸🌸🌸

Good for you Michel….This is an amazing attitude and so glad you’ve Leaned on the Lord and found peace and confirmation that he always has your back and you’re doing great, and the Best is yet to come through the grace of God. 😊👍🏼

The new chapters of yor life is turning out quite amazing with your growth, Your joueney is just going to get even better So excited for you. :)

Hello Friend! I’m so proud of seeing your openness & honesty within yourself. This whole video with your Mom is the most precious! ♥️ A mother’s love lasts forever! So happy that you’ve signed up for those classes. You trying new things & experiencing growth is the greatest to see. Thanks for the info about this earring shop; my daughter has thin cartilage on her ears so it’s nice to see the cool options out there.

Nothing better than feeling special and cherished. I wish you the best. Going through the worst makes you appreciate when you are in a better place....been there done that. Take care.

If you get the top cartilage ones done, only get earrings on one ear at a time. Its more painful than the lobe and takes a while to heal. I'm a side sleeper and had to switch to sleeping on my back for months

Pasties from amazon are so much better than sticky bras- I use some that come in a pink case & they last so well and provide great coverage for low-cut or sleeveless dresses!

I found you during your initial divorce video and a few weeks later or so I ended up in the same situation. Our stories sound very similar. I too have been leaning into God and feel like he “tore me down to build me up”. I just made a post on my FB yesterday about it. I feel like a much stronger even happier person already in 8 months. Acknowledging being in an unhealthy spot when you didn’t really realize how unhealthy it was is hard but necessary. I’m glad to see you’re doing so well and I pray it just continues to get better and better for you! ❤️

The joy you show in everything you do makes MEEEE happy!,,

Hello sweet ma’am!!! Hope you are having a beautiful and blessed week!

I loved your comments about hopes and dreams. You are one of my very favorite people on KZfaq and I just wish you and your family all of the best!!

Hey Michel, I literally never comment but I just found out Taylor Wynn is living in Austin for a few weeks, but she is starting over kind of like you and I think you guys could be friends. She does makeup and vlogs on her channel is Taylor Wynn. She’s great and I think you two could relate to each other.

Really proud of the shift in your thought process and your growth, Hun! You are doing an amazing job. Hugs to you and Max! 🙂💖

So cute the dog giving your mom kisses.🥰

Aww Michel seeing you and your mom together again was so sweet 😊. I really enjoyed watching you get so excited for your piercing!! Lol you're like me when I got my tragus pierced 😁. Give Max lots of hugs for me 😊. Prayers & Wishes Lisa Hampton 😃

Hi Michel first and foremost I love your vlogs I’ve been watching since the pandemic. I want to let you know what you have been going through is sad and yet your life is opening up for you which is so wonderful to watch. I did notice that your not breaking up to much with rashes all over your body, I think the stress of being unhappy and unappreciated in your old life might of had something to do with it, now I’m not a doctor but that happens to me. I wish you the best in life I only see your life getting better and better. BTW thanks for introducing me to Cozy Earth Ive used your code three times I love it.

Good morning michel happy Thursday morning and I just wanted to say that your vlogs is sooo good I'm proud of you and you are sweetheart because you are amazing Supporter

You are beautiful inside and out, Michel. I am keeping you in my prayers throughout your journey. May the Lord continue to reveal Himself to you and fill your heart with His unconditional love.🙏🥰

Ohhh those piercings look so cute, love the cuff too, what a terrific idea, something I never even think about, love it Michel. And thank you for sharing your life lessons and growth, you can't know how inspiring you really are to so many, thank you my lovely ❤❤❤

You're doing amazingly with life. I'm proud of you! Be careful sleeping on your piercings. It can damage your ear. I love you tons!

Let no one steal your SPARKLE 💯

When you know who you are what other people think of you doesn’t matter. You are a very mature young woman, which I was like you when I was young. Have a great life dear. 💕

So glad to hear you don’t care about the keyboard warriors! You are awesome & thanks for sharing. PS I love your mum lol 😂 she’s so sweet

I’m normally a silent supporter, just had to share that I’m proud of you girl. One day at a time 💛

I LOVE your relationship with your parents

MICHEL. First of all, that dress is ✨STUNNING✨ on you!!!!! Couldn’t even wait until the end of the video to say that!

I’m loving the mama Janse content!!!! she is just so sweet - love your relationship!

As someone who has gotten 8 cartilage piercings, I recommend going to a reputable tattoo parlor if you do not have the money for a boutique piercing store like Stud's. Tattoo parlors will use the same sterile and correct processes and metal quality as this kind of parlor, with much more affordable prices. You can always buy more expensive jewelry post-piercing. I recommend looking up reviews of parlors to find one you like. I don't want anyone to think that they can't find a quality piercer in their price point or that only boutique stores use straight needles, etc.

I really appreciated the car talk. I needed to hear that today. Thanks

Wow I love your growth. It is so beautiful seeing you love yourself and giving yourself time to figure out life. ❤

Great choice with lightning bolt ⚡ and your ears look sooo darn cute Michel! And that lunch you had w your mom looks delicious!!

I loved this vlog! I love the feeling you get when you get a new piercing too, makes you feel like a brand new person! I wish I had a Stud shop near me, such an innovative concept, and I’ve always felt like new piercings should have flat backs. I’ve had multiple that healed improperly from having a hoop or a ball on the backside. Once again, loved this ♥️♥️♥️

May I assure you of something? God did not have a hand in tearing you down. James 1:13 is very reassuring I think. I just feel badly when people think God would cause them their suffering. He’s not like that. The way you have grown from these unfortunate experiences is very commendable!

Woohoo can't believe I'm this early! Looking forward to enjoying this video :))

I loved, and needed to hear, this car chat. Thank you for sharing! ❤️ Also, how can anyone say anything mean to you? You're just the sweetest. I honestly think it just comes from an insecure/jealous place in them. Also...I LOVE your intro and outro! They're perfect and I always look forward to hearing them.

Aww! We just got back from The Domain stayed there this weekend!

Though I have NO experience with what you're currently walking through right now, I have walked through some crap of my own to realize whose I am. I no longer allow myself to worry what others think about me. I congratulate you for having that realization too. Yay for growth and healing!! Also, something to keep in mind, did you know that there was a neuroscience study done about how anxiety (or in this case, worry) and gratitude cannot exist in the brain at the same time? It's quite interesting to me, that the more grateful you are, the less worried you are. Eeh, just something to think about! ❤️

.. i kind of vlog marathon your past videos even the last year vlog and i notice that little by little the glow you have back there you have now or more..when you smile your eyes smile too unlike for the past months although you smile but it never reach your eyes which is understandable bcoz of what you've been through..God have other plans for you which is much greater than what you had before..stay sweet and humble🥰😇

Oh my goodness I am so early! I have been so invested in your channel ever since I found you a few months ago. Your growth and resilience is an inspiration to me. I so enjoy seeing the relationship you have with your mom since I don’t have one with my mom. It causes me a lot of pain but it’s a joy to see women have that relationship with their moms. You’re incredible. Thank you for sharing ❤️

Love the piercings. You go girl be bold and beautiful and proud. You are becoming a truly beautiful woman. You have grown so much. So proud. Love you Michel