You have so much love & support Liz. Thank you so much for the opportunity to be part of the Friday live crew. ❤ taking a break and refocusing- pivoting and being present with your needs is so incredibly important. As long as you are being in alignment with your heart- your values & what feeds you it’s all good,

Hey Liz! I started watching your nursing school content when I was in school. One of my favorite things about KZfaq is growing WITH KZfaqrs over time. I have appreciated having someone to grow with, not only as a nurse but fellow human as well! I don't have a garden or kids but still enjoy the content about random stuff in your life😆 I so appreciate your honesty and no BS way of approaching difficult subjects. The internet needs more people like you😊

I'm still here through the dark Liz era because I'm still in dark Alyssa era. Staying off of social media and pivoting has helped my sanity a lot. Sending hugs your way!! You're the best.

Liz, remember that self-care is not selfish. Of course those of us who love you want to see more of you on KZfaq, but that's just one part of your life--and only if you choose for it to be. The next chapter of your channel can be about self-care, your journey through therapy (if you want to share a part of it), or anything you want it to be. I'll certainly miss Friday panel discussions. Maybe I'll pick them up on my channel, at least for a while. Take care of yourself and your family--that comes first!

Glad you gave yourself a break from social media. We support you! Thank you for sharing!😊

Hi Liz! Do some more real life family vlogs! I'm sure we'd all love to see your DITL stuff these days! Take good care! We'll be here. :)

Nurse Liz told me I am more than enough and that I can do hard things in week/month I 200% needed to hear that. So happy you prioritized your well-being and chose/were forced to choose to take a break. Welcome back to the inter webs in whatever way you choose to show up! You were missed!

Girl, you go! We all go through seasons, we all change. You are who you were 5-6 years ago! I quit FNP school and transitioned to Nursing Education and wouldn't look back! Goal is to work with NLN/ANA and figure out how we can keep the profession alive for another 100+ years because it is slowly dying and people don't want to admit it. So, what can we do to keep it going? That's me anyways. You'll get there...and if you don't, you'll get near to where you're meant to be! Sending good juju!

remember you telling me the night before my first day of nursing school that i’d be fine, i’m in the homestretch of my 2nd semester now !! personal health / well being always comes first we’ll always be here still

I'm an ER nurse, I've watched your videos since pre-reqs for nursing school. I got hit by a car 8 months ago and was out of work for 6 months for a broken elbow. I needed surgery, plates/nails, months of physical therapy, and I had a very. hard. time. The lady who hit me ran stop signs, it was the middle of a clear day, I'd been waiting at the intersection for a good time to go -- I did nothing wrong, and I still got hit by the car. I live now in a big city with lots of people and cars, and it was almost impossible to go outside for months. I then saw my neighbor get hit by a car outside our apartment a few months later. I almost had a total mental breakdown. I was so critical of myself "why can't I handle this?" "I'm being dramatic" "chill out" "other people could deal with this", and I started too seeing a therapist. It's been making a big difference, but it's a process and takes time. I have to really work to be kind to myself. Take the time you need in the way you need it. ♥

I really like your topics about mental health, medications, etc. It makes me feel not so alone in my struggles.

So glad to see you well

Thank you for all of your content over the years, and thank you for NOT DELETING your channel! ❤ I start an accelerated program in a few months and have found your videos incredibly helpful. I keep watching your older stuff about surviving nursing school. There’s so much great content. As for right now, please relax and take care of yourself. You matter. Your mental health matters. All the best to you!! ❤

Hey Liz I believe you need to take the time. I completely understand because life events happened and can be very overwhelming along with social media drama. As you know I have been missing for the pass 2 +years, still trying to figure things out. Some will love you some won’t. I’m glad you have always been consistent with the message that no one is begging those to click the button and view content they are not happy with. People don’t understand how much time it takes with family to film edit and bring new content to viewers. I say all of this to say, I’ve loved since when you were studying for your NP boards and will to the end. Keep taking care of you.

Thanks for the update! Glad to know you're ok 😊 and honestly the feeling of "everything's on fire, everything's broken, what do I do?!!?" is very relatable. I'm a nurse in Switzerland btw so very different context but by no means perfect either. Oh and my eldest is the same age as your youngest so, I understand that that's a whole lot of chaos in and of itself! Take all the time you need, your viewers don't need an algorithm to know you're there

Thank you. Love your videos any subject, helps with "positive nurse bonding" not within a trauma system. Bless you and keep smiling!!!

Re future content: I’ve watched all the versions of ur content and do so because ur insights, charisma and beautiful heart shine through thus making all iterations interesting and valuable for me.

You asked for requests for future content, I just miss seeing you, the kids, and dogs. Loved when you took us along on your day.

Big fan. Love your channel and appreciate your willingness to be vulnerable. Thank you for your generosity with always sharing your journey and thought processes so openly and honestly. Thank you for being YOU even if it’s always evolving because evolving means you are continuously growing. I appreciate you and your channel. I’ve learned so much and will hopefully enter the healthcare field someday more realistic and mentally and emotional stronger because of your messages and shared experiences. Have a wonderful day!

I appreciate your authenticity! There is no reason to feel bad. You're modeling good self-care strategies!

Life happens. I get it. When you record more content I’ll be here because I love this channel and nursing stuff.🌼

Did Liz go back to nursing? Glad you're back Liz. We need you because you are transparent and real with us. Thank you for all your hard work and keeping us inform in dark times

Hey Liz!👋 Hope all is well with you and family incha’Allah. Hope you rested in your time-off as well. Just wanted to take a moment and say you’re not alone, life happens and sometimes, the level of the dramatic/negative events can get the best of all of us. We appreciate you and appreciate the GREAT work you’re doing for those of us who’re in healthcare in terms of sharing information, experience and raising awareness. Thank you so much🙏✊💕

I have been watching your videos since the beginning and the best content you’ve had was just life with you, Joe and the girls and Holly. You’re a great person and I enjoy your channel! Thanks for being brave enough to share your life.

Liz, thank you for the candid and frank video about your current situation. My channel is nowhere as big as your’s (yet!), but I feel the burnout you described. For creators like us who are doing this solo, it is a lot of work to just put out a good minute video, and you never feel like it is the best you can do. I am looking forward to seeing how you pivot and sincerely hope you find the format that is fulfilling and inspiring.

Hello Liz! I followed you because we started Adv Practice NP around the same time and I loved your content regarding topics in the clinic setting. I kind of started skipping your videos because you had swayed away from this and I don't have time to watch live streams/longer video content. I hope the changes you made for your mental health is moving you forward. Your candidness about the nursing profession is greatly appreciated.

I’m so proud of you Liz. I’m here for your personality, I left nursing but I like your personality so I’m still here! Overwhelm is real and I’m so proud of you for getting help. I do something non-nursing at a mental health facility now and I am also INCREDIBLY frustrated by the mental health system, it’s very broken. Like the most cracked part of an already broken mess called the US healthcare system.

We enjoy all content that you make ❤. Glad to see/hear that you are taking the time out to better yourself.

Still with you 👍👍👍

Liz - we love you just the way you are ! My grandchildren have all been so sick this year. So tough for everyone !

Glad you’re taking time for yourself. The algorithm won’t make me stop watching, so best wishes whatever you decide you need focus on in the future 😊

I’m the same way, I come on KZfaq to watch others but I stay away from any other social media platforms. Whatever content you decide on, I’m always here to watch, friend! Take care

Thank you for what you do!

I'm glad you're here too Liz. I started watching your channel while I was contemplating going to nursing school for four years, and now I'm all done. People like you helped me out throughout that journey

You’re doing an amazing job Liz!! You are filling a void here. A lot of people who watch you love you. Thank you ❤❤❤

I love seeing the change within your channel and different topics you talk about. If people don't want to watch it then they can click off because this is your channel and you should post whatever the heck you want. Love your videos!

You are awesome, Liz! I would love to see more videos on mental health and even vlogs/random everyday stuff! But at the end of the day, it’s whatever makes you feel good. That’s what is most important!

Many of the channels I follow have taken breaks! Several have pivoted as well. Self and family always come first. As you say to your followers... YOU ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH! 😍

Hey Liz, it's evident how much you care. If you didn't you would not be impacted by what is wrong. I admire your honesty and self-reflection. Take care, you are an honorable person.

I currently work in the NHS UK and everything is wrong right now. Not enough staff, low morale, not enough beds for patients and low pay. I know and feel what you are going through especially with Anxiety, its brutal. Please could you give us a Zoloft update please?

I've been enjoying your latest content, discussing current nurse news and issues in the medical field. I think you're hilarious and interesting to listen to. So I'm excited to see what's next!

Don’t worry about taking a break! I personally watch you for YOU. Not a specific layout, content or game plan. I never had time to follow you on specific days and I always like just watching a video of you just talking about your day, troubles, joys and all of the things that happen in life. YOU NEED NO AGENDA to meet for me. I have watched you since the beginning and will tune in at anytime you chose to share yourself with us!

I love you, your vulnerability and your humor. You’re a light and a joy to all of us!

Love u Liz and support whatever u do with your channel!

Hope you and your family are well!

You don't need to explain/apologize for taking care of yourself. You need your health in order first before helping others, esp online. Take care.

I’ve really enjoyed your channel over the years! You have such a fun personality and I love how you share what you are learning wether it be in the medical world, home projects or mom stuff! I’ve enjoyed your vlogs. Would love to see a house tour.

I am 100% here for garden cultivator Era Liz. Been watching from the beginning. Glad to have Professor Sprout Liz here to grow alongside!

Hi! Good to see you. My hubby was in a spiral health crises. Your info was super for me. Thank you. He is stable and we are thankful. Rehabs of all kinds are interesting.

Love you Liz !!

Nice to see you back, Liz. No blame, no shame. I'd glad you took the break you needed. Going forward, I'd like to see you continue patient advocacy with Adrienne and friends against The System for those who must use it.. Meanwhile, I believe I have to be my own doctor because The System is so F----D, it makes most sickness worse instead of better. Love to see what professionals and lay folks collaborate about DIY medicine at home--the standard of care for so many. How about shows on how to be your own doctor, nurse and pharmacist.

I needed to see this today! I’ve been MIA awhile too.I originally came here for the Nursing content, but ended up just loving all of your day to day life updates. Aldi runs you use to do were the best! Looking forward to whatever is next for you.

❤ the rainy background

I enjoy your content anytime. You are REAL.

Oh wow! On Thursday morning, an video of yours popped up in my feed and I was wondering what had happened. So I came to check and noticed you had been out for while. I’m glad to you see you here. Whatever you do, I’ll follow!

Ive been sicker due to my kids this year too. Its been hard. We've all been sick. Every month it's something new. I hate it.

My favorite content you’ve made is the vlog at home content. That’s what I would focus on!

Hi Liz, thank you for the honest update. You don't owe it to the internet but I really appreciate your authenticity. I just got into nursing school and over the last year of waiting to hear about my application, I've watched your videos. You've kind of been like my nursing big sis and I really want to thank you for that. I totally support you in going whatever direction you want - and I know there are so so many people who agree. Do your thing and we'll be supporting you from the sidelines!

Hi Liz! Thanks for peaking your head back into these KZfaq streets! Love seeing you in Emily's chat! Law Nerds Unite! I support the pivot. 💜

Great to see you back. I think a general mish mash of whatever feels right to share each week would be good. Do not have to have a set schedule or theme. Believe it or not you have helped me loads. I was an NP in Uk and found your content useful but it wasn’t a good fit for me so your honesty about it’s okay to pivot helped me to change roles to back I used to do and I am much happier. Keep just doing you. You are great xx

I am glad your back and many are in the headspace you are going through. I would love to see a try at interviews or chats one on one about anything... really seeing connections or sharing approaches to life in general, nursing, family, spouses, kids, dogs, plants, home, crafts, diy, money, economics, navigating pharmacy, insurance, appointments, referrals. All the things, oh and I miss your bread making, I think you are so relatable in the kitchen, especially with the little ones helping would be there for that... I miss hearing about your family maybe some updates... Anything you choose to share your purchases, hauls, savings or products, etc. I think you have a natural way of presentation and sharing... Good luck with your reset and rediscovering YT and what makes you happy.

I haven't gone on youtube due to chaos but i want you to know i love your transparency and integrity and honesty xx ive watched you since np student times and by the way im almost done with my np school and am freaking out! I also used one of your video for school assignment hehe. Ur the best.

Hi Liz! I have been watching your KZfaq channel for quite sometime. I appreciated hearing about your nursing experience and different perspectives, challenges and the state of our health care system which is all true. Having been a nurse for 30+ years in different settings…hospitals, schools, nursing home, home health, clinic…I did experience changes and most recently for the worst in the past 3 years. I appreciate your genuine personality and concern and for advocating for the nurses and making us aware of our legal rights and giving us guidance and tools to safeguard our license. Ex. dangerous nurse -patient ratios. Don’t blame yourself or be so critical for who you are…or whose feathers you ruffled. You are doing the right thing by taking a break by prioritizing yourself, your children and family. Hold on to your faith. Read your Bible and God inspired scriptures; in particular the book of Psalm and Proverbs that will feed your spirit, mind and receive His Shalom. The most important is your relationship with God receiving his peace and guidance, then your relationship with your spouse and your children. When the parents are strong and unified as one the children thrive and feel safe and secure. I will pray for your peace, sound mind and good health for you and your children. May God strengthen everyone’s immunity by the power of Jesus’ name. Amen. ❤🙏

Liz, I’ve loved the few times I’ve been able to chat with you and you are so kind. Take the time you need! 😊 We will be here when you want to share with us and love whatever you put out! ❤

You’re doing great. Please keep advocating. We need you to keep talking about the truth

“Beds empty! No note! Car gone - could have crashed - out of my mind with worry - did you care? - never, as long as I’ve lived - you wait until your father gets home… you could have died, you could have been seen.” Hi Liz, nice to see you dear. Take the time you need. Care for yourself. I too need to crawl out of the “dark era”. Not because the dark isn’t there but because it’s not healthy for me to wallow in it.

Watching this again because I miss your content! I emailed you. Commenting here so hopefully it'll have a better chance of not being buried in the junk mail.

Take care of you. ❤

Thanks for sharing! Glad you got help. Take care of you!

Ive missed you and been worried about you!!!

Liz, I've been a subscriber for years, ever since I started my prereqs for nursing school and I JUST graduated! You were an inspiration for me! 😍 and still are! Thank you for being you and keeping it real. Keep doing you! Also, whatever you post, I'll be watching!! XOXO a fellow Californian! ❤

So the first video I watched of yours was the ABSN one. I even commented! And I am about the start my ABSN program in August! It took me this long to do prerequs and get my life in order so I could do this and quit my job as a teacher.

Just found you, love love love the honesty. I feel a massive affinity with you. I've just finished a bachelor in psychology and am in crisis mode. I'm 27 and am considering doing nursing, it's been in the back of my mind for years. Trying to get a good insight since I don't wanna make the wrong pivot again (I've pivoted a billion times). I am neurodivergent too, and seeing that (despite changing your mind) you have managed as a nurse, makes me feel better and hopeful. That probably sounds weird considering where you are at right now, but it's super duper natural for people to have different phases in life, and often those transition times are difficult, but it's completely normal. I consider your nursing phase a success, now there's just another one to be had. Life takes turns. The turn itself can suck. But the new road will be amazing and you'll come out the other end just fine. Big hug and thanks for your awesome & honest content. I'm wondering, if you see this, whether you still recommend nursing now that you've come out the other end?

Take the time you need.❤

I enjoy your content. I am feeling all those emotions and I'm not a NP. I just started NP school and I have my moments of maybe I shouldn't do this or no I'm going to do this. I'm all over the place. I like how real you are with these videos. Just keep taking care of yourself, give yourself some grace.

we're right there with ya boo

Love your content 🎉 I start nursing school in September.

Just wanted to say that your content and transparency has helped me so much! I was in the same boat, wanted to do primary care FNP but quickly got burnt out when seeing the healthcare disparities in front of me and being completely helpless. I also want to be able to bring positive tips to patients/health care providers but it’s hard when it’s working against us. But!! You being real about it all made me feel like it’s not a me issue! I found a place in derm and, while our healthcare system still sucks, I am enjoying working in healthcare again. Wishing you all the luck and patience with yourself!! (Easier said than done, with us anxious girlies lol)

You deserve to take a break! I'm glad you're considering a new approach and not abandoning KZfaq completely. I've always appreciated your common sense and ability to get to the heart of a matter. I would love to hear your perspective on mental health care and what families can do when a loved one is struggling. I know this is an overwhelming subject with no simple solutions at all. Sometimes just hearing from others going through similar things is helpful.

I have to admit it - I do love your family videos, however, I do know that the internet world can be weird - and not wanting to expose your family to that weirdness would be completely understandable. As for the direction of the channel…maybe you could come up with three or four different topics (for lack of a better word)…and cover one each week - if that wouldn’t be too intense. For instance: one week could be current events in healthcare, another week could be lighter, like a family video (just doing what you love) - if you’re willing, maybe the third week’s video could be healthcare related again, but zeroing in on a specific topic, less generalized than week one (current events), and then week four could be lighter again - maybe…or not, lol…perhaps, a mental health discussion. Just an idea! Do what you have to do though - take time, grow things…be well.

One of my friends kids have been very sick this year too. Constantly theyve had pink eye, strep throat constantly all year

Liz you’re a human and deserve just as much compassion as everyone else. We all go through things and I’m so happy you’re taking the time away you need and pivoting where you need to pivot. I’m a nurse too and I’ve really found mindfulness and embodiment practices a helpful way to stave off a lot of negativity that naturally comes with going into work every day, not seeing my family on holidays, working with critically I’ll patients, being part of a healthcare system that’s broken. My mindfulness practice has helped me develop self compassion sometimes where I used to have none at all. It’s changed me as a person and I got it because I was able to have the space to find it so find what works for you and do it because the goodness of you as a person doesn’t reside in what you produce or do for others. ❤️

Love and support you Liz. Most of all, I selfishly miss you. Came back to add a comment ❤

Nurse Liz, don't ever stop being your lovely self! The world of content creation has changed so much in general. Waaay too many people trying to push the envelope and being edgy. Your hearts in the right place. Wishing you luck with the next KZfaq era

Hi Liz, Love your transparency and I hope that you can find that balance you’re looking for. For content ideas that are on the bright side and maybe not so stressful, how about videos on your hobbies? Plants, crafts, baking, etc. I remember you used to post these (and include some funny rambling) and you seemed to have a lot of fun doing it. Just a thought! 😊

I swear...my negative self talk stopped I realized when I'd been carnivore for a while I totally benefitted from that extra thing I never expected at all ..now its been nearly 5 years!

I know this is old but I so feel you. BIG hug! ❤ I hope you're doing better now, but if not, I get it. Work, kids, marriage, moving, being a woman, home maintenance, and THE WORLD! It's all a LOT.

I love you Liz! I will support you no matter what!!

Liz...we all love you and support you. I'm here for whatever direction you take, ready to cheer you on! I think every stage we go through is important and necessary for who we eventually become. Going through the dark, world-is-burning phase is necessary and shows your level of caring - you/we wouldn't get to that level if we didn't care about this profession/healthcare/people. That perspective is important if solutions are ever going to come to fruition - knowing and commiserating with the frustration and despair of both frontline workers and patients alike is the only way to find viable solutions. So, here's to you 🥂 for guiding us through the dark part and I can't wait to see what you have in store next. ❤

I'm here for whatever - I just love the snarky vibe. I would like to see that dead plant go into the leaf me alone pot!

Don't be Shorry! I'm here for snark, but I've always loved the videos where you offered help and I feel like you haven't really gotten away from that (thinking specifically to some of the legislation vids you've been talking about).... but I'm not always up to date so that may be why lol. Maybe for every Healthcare related video, you do a video about your witch garden :D Done at your pace, of course! And maybe leave the live streams for special events or subscribers

Nurse Liz I am a new subscriber to your KZfaq channel. I am also a disabled gardener, gardening differently due to career-ending worker's compensation permanent injuries (s). Shalom!

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Liz think of this way. If a TV show started in 2017 with 607 episodes with writers and production crew it would be a hit. You produced this yourself. You have done more than most. You deserve to take time for yourself and family. If you are interested in sharing gardening, crafts or other activities that would be good. As an older boomer nurse I like to see the beauty in the world when I had to stay overtime because some Dr. wrote a page of orders at 2300 h which took 3 nurses to decipher and process. Take care and thank you.

Liz! I'm still obsessed with your cloth diapering playlist so whatever you come up with next... I'm here for the ride! Also, I used to live in your neck of the woods, if you haven't checked out Longwood Gardens, it may just be the oasis you are looking for when you need to decompress

Maybe more witch gardening on the KZfaq’s? But take whatever time you need also!

Hi friend! Missed you! I’ll be here whenever you have a new video out! You know I want to hear your psychiatrist story and all the snarky comments!

Girl you are still being hard on yourself!! My girl, create what YOU want to on YOUR channel!! I made the same decision. 6 months at a very toxic clinic and decided corporate slavery was NOT for me. I have been doing travel nursing and rolling through the punches with low mood and lack of energy/motivation. Ultimately these temporary 36 hr weeks are tolerable as I step into my future goals with new energy. This actually makes me happy that I am NOT alone!!! love ya!! Happy to see any content you put out. IT is ALL relevant to me. Hope to see more. Here is to Lucy's dark era too hahaha. Lets hashtag it ha!

I hope I'm exiting the dark NurseAllison era!!!

Not me hoping you pivot to homesteading content with meeeee 😂😬