a very average and very normal work week in my life in NYC

// here is a very average and very normal work week in my life in NYC! in this video, I show you what a normal work week in my life looks like working full time in NYC. I think sometimes we over-glamourize what it's like developing your career in NYC. I want these videos to be raw and candid, so here's another work week in my life NYC!

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Thanks to Yestalgia for the music in this video!

[yurimondragon]

Your “no makeup” looks great! I think brown mascara would add a nice subtle touch to your eyelashes.

[becca]

Some tips I have!

How to ensure you’re tired by 9/9:30 - wake up early, like 6am. Even if you don’t workout the first day, just wake up and stay up at 6, by the time 9 comes around, you’ll be tired and can get up early again the following morning!

How to get your workout in in the morning - have your clothes picked out, and cut out anything extra morning steps you can the night before (picking work outfit, prepping lunch, setting the coffee maker)

How to get through your workday post morning workout - hydrate and don’t over do it on caffeine to compensate for maybe being more tired early on

You got this!! And of course, don’t beat yourself up 💕

[rebeccahobart]

i literally find so much comfort in watching ur vlogs in the mornings. i always feel so motivated (:

[kirstenhalik]

I wake up at 5am to workout before work every morning. I think of it as doing something completely for myself before doing something for someone else (aka work) and that helps me get up!

[rorososo]

Some video ideas I’d love to see: home vlogs with your sisters, holiday gift guide, what I eat in a week, minimalism tips and tricks, etc. Thanks for always being so dedicated to your viewers with all the constant uploads💕

[Chanelmagic]

I miss your nyc vlogs so much. I feel like Michelle was at her peak here, it set high standards her current texas vlogs can't compare. Even her own sister said in Michelle's podcast that she thought aiden and Michelle will be a nyc power couple....

[karleywhite]

I do a mix of morning and night workouts! I work 9-5 (usually stay until 5:15-5:30) and it takes 20-30 min to get to my gym after work. I was starting to get burnt out going to the gym every night and feeling like I never had time at home. I started incorporating a mix of both and it's been the best! I work out in the evening M, W, Th and the morning T, Fri! I go to my gym at 6:45 (workout 6:45-8:15, shower, leave by 8:40 for work!) on Tuesdays and then Friday I take a barre class at 5:45am-6:45am so I still have a full morning at home before work! - Tips for morning workouts - sleep in your workout clothes/have them right by your bed, I personally drink a celsius before morning workouts for energy, and look forward to that treat and find it helps me with energy! Be patient with yourself! I have learned to LOVE morning workouts and the feeling of getting so much done so early!

[randellhoward]

TIPS FOR COLD APARTMENT/ ROOM:
there’s these window insulator kits you can get that is basically saran-wrap for a window, it keeps the cold out & makes your apartment wayyyy better, i’ve had these in my house & in my college apartment they literally save lives, makes such a big difference & is really cheap & a huge plus it won’t make your energy bill go up & can actually help lower it!

here’s a link:
(i bought the duck brand heavy duty kind because i live in idaho now where it gets down to -11 & it makes an immediate difference)

[shayedwards]

The biggest tip I ever started when I needed to get an earlier start is to plug my phone in across my room! That way, when my alarm goes off I have to physically get up out of bed to turn it off. Once you're standing, your body will have an easier time staying up :)

[AbigailDelano]

It may sound weird but if you sleep in your workout clothes it's super easy to get up and get out the door without the extra step of having to get dressed. It always motivates me if I'm already ready to go as soon as I wake up.

[faerielass]

the "witch please" sign in the background of the sunday shot oh my goodness I LOVE

[addisondaniale]

I started working out in the mornings a few weeks ago, and it has really changed my life lol. It makes me feel more productive and awake when I get to work, and it definitely makes me go to sleep earlier at night. I love your vlogs, they are very cozy and relaxing to watch!! xoxo

[jazyxlx]

Hey Michelle! The last two years i've been working out during the nights only. between 7pm to even 11 pm lifts. The last three months i've transitioned to waking up at 4 am and getting to the gym between 4:30-5 am workouts. Honestly...pre workout to get my started and a good nights rest before to help wake me up. And noticing how much more time I get in the day for other things or less to worry about once I get it done. Working out de-stresses me too, I just think it's all in the mental shift in how you go about the transition. You got this!

[Julie]

I usually get up between 5 and 6 to workout before work and I love it. My colleagues and friends think I'm crazy but it's honestly the best thing ever. Been doing it for 2 years now and I absolutely adore the feeling. It makes my morning so much better and I can allow myself to relax after work !!

[arianahanley]

Hey I just wanted to say that I love your videos! Also I especially love when you make "Work Week In My Life" videos that are extra long!! I love watching them on my days off when I have a ton of work to do, it just gives me motivation to get everything done! ❤️

[rachelparks]

also glad you're saving to own property, i feel like that's not super common these days and that's definitely a really big goal of mine as well! it just makes so much more sense!

[VanessaManley]

I love watching your vlogs when I get ready in the morning for work 😍
Lil constructive feedback: I’ve noticed that your clips tend to cut off half of the word. Are you editing on adobe premiere? I used to have the same problem with the beginning of my clips but it can be easily fixed.
Happy Wednesday!

[JMCswimming]

Hey Michelle! I workout in the mornings before class...but the only thing that gets me up is reminding myself how much cozy free time I’ll have at the end of the day if I wake up and get my workout over with

[danikamcnair]

Always an awesome morning when I see Michelle posted a video! Something so relaxing and inspiring about watching your videos in the morning while sipping coffee! 💕💕💕

[BronwynAlexandriaa]

waking up at 5am is pretty life-changing - it alters your schedule in the sense that you will need to be in bed by 9pm and asleep by 9:30pm. Waking up at 5am also ensures you have a productive morning, it allows time to not feel rushed, stressed or anxious before work. Work takes up the majority of your day and then when you get home you have a nice three hours to unwind, study your Bible, rest and shower. But yea - I started waking up early because I began working at a Coffee Shop and it completely changed my life. Waking up early when nobody else is awake allows you to be productive and get things done without a lot of noise, distraction or competition. It's very clearing.