Life Ain't Too Short For Before And After Photos, Running and Big Changes (Week 21-22)

[MisNatt85]

thank you. thank you. thank you.

<3333

natalie

[giantlanddogs]

I am a good Man. In Massachusetts. Looking for the Real thing.

any takers

[8ways2love]

You did the right thing!

[Gekitsuu]

Congratulations on completing a 5k! It wasn't that long ago that I completed my first 5k and I remember how it felt. Now, less than a year after completing my first 10k, I'm going to be running a marathon. When you've struggled with weight/health it feels like such a triumph to see you can change. Way too go!

[freespirithome]

(((((hugs)))))

[HealthIsInPlease]

I am stuck in an unhappy situation, but there's not much i can do about it.

[benzone50]

Hey Em. sounds like you really are turning a corner for the better.

great vlog Em.

[scabooter]

Where did you go... =(

[isabella07]

Em, you are an inspiration and a motivation on so many levels. I posted a comment on your blog a few months back as "steph." I wrote you an email but I don't know if you ever received it.

You are awesome and stunning :)

[KarlaKayM]

Emmmmmm....I am not sure how I missed this video...so glad you got rid of your boyfriend, he really was not treating you well~ This was an awesome video.....I wish you well, much happiness girly~ :-)

[leikana]

I just came across your videos and I want to say that I am touched that you made such a big decision. It was obvious that you two were having problems but... I know what it feels like to get comfortable and not want to change something.

Great job on the weight loss, too. I'm documenting my own weight loss journey here on youtube, so I can sympathize with your last vid also.

Best of wishes. xoxo

-rachel

[JesusLovesYou0319]

Your right! :D your so cute

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! x

[paradigma]

Great Video, have been and are in similar situations. Like yourself building up to be able to run 25K, though its more of just getting fit. I still find it hard to run more than 2-3mins at a time, my stamina is very low. And its got me very low, but Im running every 5 days. Recovering for 48 hours, which sucks. And I know Ill get there. And like you Im involved with music. Doing albums now, which Ive wanted to do for over 6 years. So heres to life getting better for all!!!

Nathan

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! I run 3 times a week. This has helped me build up my stamina quite quickly :-)

x

[PixieDixieKitten]

Girl you made me cry!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Sorry for making you cry.. xx

[PixieDixieKitten]

It's ok

[pictureperfectplanet]

Go you Emily, really. This video is totally inspirational.

Hats off to you!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! x

[TheMountainsun]

Your hats and glasses are DIVINE! Great video.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Cheers! :-)

[RelaxxKiller]

simply amazing and such a beautiful person!

Thanks for sharing

Friend in Florida

Deanna

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you so much Deanna! x

[cooksterz]

outstandin vlog!! Wow! Great job on the pounds and the changes you made for the better! You said many wise things in this vlog, and its true that make yourself happiest, by recognizing the importance of molding your own environment!So glad i subbed ya!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! :-) x

[Nicsaprincess]

Yea Emie is MY Biatch:-)

Because next to me she has the Best Titt's on YT...

Mwahhahahahaha<3

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Oh you are mistaken fellow ho. You know my Tits are unbeatable!

Bwahahahaha!!!

[thescrewydame]

You are so amazing and lovely, every time I watch one of your videos I get so inspired. Congratulations on your new life, I think you have definitely made the right decision. As we say in Queens NY it's time to "do YOU" right now, don't worry about all the bullshit from everyone else. Take care of yourself and everything else will fall into place.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you :-) I like that "do YOU time". X

[LupineL00pine]

Yeah Em, this video is almost as fantastic as you, and your decision is absolutely right. HOWEVER, I have just a teensie weensie issue with telling ALL people, irregardless of whether they have considered all relevant information or whether they have looked at things objectively, to just stop whatever it is they are feeling uncomfortable with irregardless of how long they have been feeling like this. I'm a nitpicker.. don't mind me.

My position in this is to try and really understand the ...

[LupineL00pine]

.. situation at hand. This necessarily involves looking at things objectively, trying to understand why certain things are happening and if at all they can change. You obviously didn't just end all this on a whim, and certainly ANY amount of thought put into this will proportionally show you have made the right decision. It will remove the condom and reveal your ex to be the spewing dick that he is. But, just because one ends up with the right answer doesn't necessarily make the method right.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Hey Lupy,

I see your point.. I don't agree with acting on whims either... the main message as that everyone should do what is right for them (and in rare cases, staying in what may seem a negative situation, is the "right" thing to do, as opposed to other options) and living life to the max.

[LupineL00pine]

You're the greatest. :)

YT should've made you a partner by now. You seriously deserve it.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

I'm an official youtube reject... I applied a month ago and the answer: not enough views. Oh well.. I'm going to reapply as soon as possible! x

[deach69]

Awesome to hear about all the positive changes in your life! Congrats on the runs too!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks! :-)

[ooolong9]

my last boyfriend, before i met my husband, punished people for their mistakes. the way your boyfriend was treating you during your big debate reminded me of him. i am glad you put him out. i would rather hand a string of relationships that don't work than sticking w/ someone that talks down to people like that. wish you well.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Baggage... I've been with guys like that too. X

[rushedartist]

you're so right, em. we do settle for second best. i think that you hit the nail on the head there. we're stuck on safe. we need to get our cages rattled and have things our way.

you're doing a great job!!!

i'm thinking of starting the couch to 5k deal but i'm scared to do it for some reason.

you're body is looking so different, so great! keep up the good work girly!

"life is too short to be pissin' around" clever girl.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks hot stuff. Couch25K is ok as long as taken steady... I'm still running so slowly but it's more about stamina. Are you with a gym? You could do it there or go out when it's quiet. At first I took a really private route when people weren't around. Thanks xx

[evilblackpixie]

i'm sorry to hear about Ian moving out Em, must be such a hard thing for you

Nice to see you back, you look amazing!

I'm soooo happy for you for the couch to 5k! You have done it!

woohooooo

sexy bitch- look at those before pics. and now! wowzer

x

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Nah, it's pretty awesome I live alone actually! I love it :-) Which is a good sign that this is what I needed. Thanks Emma :-) x

[combustication07]

you are a strong, sexy, fantastic woman! And we here on youtube love you... no matter what you choose!

~sending hugs and good vibes!~

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you so much!! x

[discaimer]

You're an inspiration.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Cheers :-)

[matrix2k3]

this is such a great video

life has a funny way of fucking with us but we just have to pick ourselves up and do our best.

I wish you nothing but the best Em

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Cheers Luis, totally! I think how we react to the shit thrown at us shapes us and our lives xx

[horbawrong]

There is such a subtle yet profoundly powerful symbolism in those early shots where you're talking with the ex and he's nearly out of range of the microphone. Not only had he physically drifted from the camera view of your life (rather, refused to be in it?) but his voice was fast fading into the background, painfully reflecting an emotional distance. A metaphor, a symbol ... something highly-paid directors spend an awful lot of time trying to manufacture for their film.

[Surgicalbum]

Glad that things are better for you, Em!! You look great and a HUGE congrats on the 5K's... You're awesome!!!!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks! It's going to be an 8K this week :-) x

[blueeyedbetty]

<3 this video!

<3 you! You look so so stunning!

I am so pleased that you did this video!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you beautiful!! xxx

[Honeh]

Em, you look so pretty! You look sun- kissed, and like you've grown immensely, inside and out. <3

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Honeh :-) I've been running in the sun which I think is where the tan came from. I think I have grown inside but hopefully not out! LOL <3

[cozzyk]

New to your channel. Wonderful inspiring video. Wonderful how you edited it.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! :-)

[LosingBelle]

Always so honest and sincere. Best of luck to you! <3

[CutTheFat]

The thing that is so amazing about your videos, is you are not solely talking about your bettering your health, but your life as a whole. It's an awesome, motivational thing to see.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you for noticing this! I don't see weight loss as purely food and exercise. It's about maintenance and all the aspects that go into maintaining are psychological and emotional... I wish more people looked at this as I think we'd have more success this way. x

[NaeRae86]

you look beautiful, oh em the wise one! always have great philiosphical advice, love you

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Ha ha... Wise one? Eh? LOL.. Thank you! xx <3

[alenajay]

you look so pretty in this video!

I am going through a break up right now!! I know its slightly different but I need to focus on me atm too. It's hard when theres always been someone else there but you are looking so good for turning ur energy inward that you give me hope that I'll be ok.

this video is pretty much things I have been thinking lately. so thank you.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

I'm so sorry you're going through a break up.. but it's all about mindset. Mine was hard but it didn't have a hugely negative impact on me thankfully. Thank you for the support! x

[Clarachk]

Em, we've all heard the addage "if you always do what you always did, you'll always get what you've always got." You are setting a fine example of how to move forward in life one step at a time. Am actually feel really excited after watching this vid.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Clara!! :-) I feel excited all the time now x

[TheHairyGeek]

so much of this video hit home for me, and i think you are doing a great job taking cotrol over your life.

I've managed to lose 28lbs in the last 2 months myself, and i know the feeling when you look in the mirror and think, 'yeah, i look good' when you havn't maybe had the highest opinions previously :)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Well done on the loss! I noticed on your attached video - looking good!! x

[2ThousandAnd9]

Awesome video, you really should be a partner your vids are all really put together.

Sorry to hear about you and your bf splitting up, maybe it's best for the long run. I think you're right about settling for second best. Great points.

Looks like the meetup was fun, good to see that.

Take care of yourself Em, all we can do is do our best, looks like you're doing that.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Hey Steve, thankyou! I did apply for partner but they declined me. I'm going to reapply again shortly. I hope I'll get it this time!

[glamaura]

go girl.. your amazing.. i'm so proud of you.. i'm glad your happy with the choices you hav recently made.. your looking happier and healthier.. your glowing :)

kirsty xxx

[TheStarvingSoprano]

thanks Kirsty. I'm feeling so much happier! x

[littlesheree]

P.S. I didn't notice this the first time I watched. However, did you notice how you are eating so fast when you are arguing with your partner? Did you see how your are practically shoveling food in mouth? That is so telling. I suppose this is why they call it COMFORT food.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Yes, I put that bit in and you're the only one who noticed surprisingly! xx

[littlesheree]

I noticed because it reminds me of ME. LOL

[littlesheree]

Em, You are so on track. I really understand what you are saying. When I was in my 20s, I used men as a diversion or a security blanket. I was already an artist then. It was as if I would use relationships to block the fear of being my own woman and successful artist. I stopped that shit. This is not to say you can't have a great relationship and great life. You can. However, you have to find yourself FIRST. Lovey Dovey little girl!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

I think I am using men as a diversion and security blanket. But enough is enough! I need space to write and do musical things... yes, I definitely need to find me. Fuck knows where she is! x

[littlesheree]

Em, as an artist you will always be looking for yourself. That part never ends. However, you need to get to a head space in which the search is clear and comfortable, so it doesn't interfere with the rest of your life. You will get there!

[weightloss30]

Huge achievement!

I can not believe you finally posted before after vids.

It took you a lot of gut but you did it.

Won't comment over you and Ian...but need to let you know that I am really sorry it didn't work.

I know u're against any make up but need to let you know it suits you so perfect.

I am happy to see that you LIVE!

i am working hard on sleeping properly part of my life!

Loved the final song!

Love you...though we had some good differences!

[weightloss30]

before after pics i meant

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Daniel. The final song was me! :-)

Yes, sleeping properly is worth doing. I'm almost there! I'm going to bed around 1am now and it used to be 6am or 7am. I'm tired a lot of the time but my body will get into the routine soon. x

[Marlaine83]

It is so good to see you doing so well! You are rockin' it girl!!xxxx

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Julie :-) x

[PalmOliveSoap]

Its a sunny day when you are on my mind, sprinkles of hugs coming your way, good luck for the newer road a head, and start working more than 20 hours a week its not enough lol

SPRINKLES

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Hey Barry, ha ha! 20 hours a week pays the mortgage and bills and leaves some left over for fun! :p My life goals are to not work more than 20 hours a week! But if I counted practising, it would be more. As a musician, I have to practise lots and I do around 4 hours a day :-)

[ProjectClassReunion]

YEEEEAAAHHH... new video! Luved it!! Congrats on the running!

I have no idea what I am waiting for. But like u I should be happy, I have the best possible job and I can do youtube, but still. Haven't lost anything this week, cause I can't really focus ;(

S.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Sarah,

The running is going so well. I'm just working up the energy to do one in around 40 minutes, a long one as I took it easy on Monday.

Maybe you should not focus so much on the scale moving down but on everything else? x

[ProjectClassReunion]

I made it... today, I focused on work... LOL... AHHHHH

xx

[beetlecakes]

You look SO beautiful Em :)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you - you are beautiful! Is your next video up yet? x

[Bikermom69]

Awesome vid. You look great and so much happier!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! I feel like a weight has truly been lifted.

[fastinggurl31]

Oh Em !! This is another great vid..I feel like that's all I ever say but there are not a lot of good vids so yeah...anyways love what you said at the end get on with it..live life!! Your so right on!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Christina! :-)

Always great to hear from you in comments. I took some of your advice!! I have a facebook :-) Next, myspace. xx

[fastinggurl31]

Oh let me go add you to my FB now!!

[awaybutterflyfly]

Beautiful!

[XxJAGGEDlittlePILLxX]

I think, in relationships, sometimes you try to make it work for all the wrong reasons you know? This has actually inspired me. You're right. Life is too short.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Yes, I have often made my relationships work because I didn't want to be alone but then I realised that there's nothing wrong with being alone either! x

[7llazaren]

empowed aint ya...your a rockin.....

[trifelgeputinage]

Great video, thanks.

[DeathOfAFatMan]

Yay Em!! I heart you!! Your lookin good my dear... I still owe you a second email ;)~

[TheStarvingSoprano]

You do yes!! Send it now bitch ;-P

We need another chat. NEED.

x

[macomarell]

A great loss since Feb. You no longer have a 3rd ass :-)

I am so darn happy you are no longer living in a bad situation. Please don't allow that to happen ever again.

I had a great time on my one and only visit to London. I stayed on Kings Road for one month oh so many years ago. Partied every day!!

I went through a few marriages to get the one I have now. Trade up!! You deserve it.

love you

marjie

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Marjie... Oh.. the third ass is still there (the side views show it!) but this just shows how I went from looking like a fit to burst sausage with 2 huge back rolls to having none at all, which is so great as I can bend at the waist again and my waist is classed as "healthy" (31 inches). Yay!!

I'm NEVER going to let myself get into this situation again.

Love you too xx

[Claude81]

wait a minute! hold everything! sore beasts??? did u say sore breasts?? got my attention........haha.........­I want picturees in my inbox asap..........

Those before aand after pix arre bangin......Rawr!!

Out with the bad in with the good.......great way to be

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Claude :-) Yes, they are sore but no photos.. I might be a kinky minx but I ain't sharing my breasts with the world! Bwahahahaha !! x

[kismet0717]

Good for you sugar! You are wise beyond your years. Now go get em!!!!!!! HugZ

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! I was always told I was "older" but I'm cool with that! xxx

[justacameragirl]

wow your before pics are so inspirational

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Colleen x

[ColeeLocks]

I'm so proud of you Em! Every chance you get, you face your fears and challenges head on. You do more work in a month on your personality and life than most do their entire existence.

You are radiant and glowing here, I can tell a weight has been lifted. Very inspirational video! xoxoxo

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you Colee!! I missed you on yahoo the other day. I am around from time to time so hopefully catch you on there soon. Damn the time difference GRRR....

I never thought of myself as doing work on my personality but I guess I do! xx

[kalacaw]

I agree with you 100%. It's a shame when people give up their entire lives to abuse. They only have one life, and they forfeit it so some abusive jerk can feel important.

Anyway, you deserve the best. I know it was hard to do what you did though.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you - it was hard but I feel such relief! x

[SlipknotRoxzOn]

gawh! you are such an inspiration Em! i'm pretty much stuck in an unhappy situation right now and i really need to just get a move on! :D haha you are amazing and absolutely gorgeous <3 that's so cool you work in the music industry! :] oh and i love your sunglasses btw!! super adorable :D

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Get a move on! Screw the unhappy situation ;-) Thanks re the sunglasses - they were £5.. a bargain! x

[SlipknotRoxzOn]

totally! :D you're welcome! hella awesome!! :]

[mollybcutie2000]

EM .. You rock I can't believe youve lost 36 lbs since Feb thats Amazing!!! And your progress pics are amazing girl! Keep up the great work girl!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Molly :-) x

[carnalucious]

The minute I saw this video it went to my favorites..Congratulations on running and figuring out what you want from life, and not being held down.

Love <3

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you for watching and favouriting! x

[SpankyMcLaaLaa]

Oh I do love your videos Em.

You are one of the bravest people I know! I wish I could get out of my unhappy situation! I'm waiting for a few things...

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks oh wise one with the best goddamn youtube name out there (they were assholes to not notice it!)

I hope you figure out your situation soon xx

[Nicsaprincess]

Oh My.....

You look SO Beautiful in this Video, with the Gray Hat.

I Have too Say, even though im so Happy for you too have a New Beggining.

Im VERY SAD Because I Miss YOU:(

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Hey baby, we're going to talk today so all is well!!

Love you lots and miss you!!!! xxx

[Jazmine375]

wow..you can really tell the difference in the before and after pics. You're doing amazing. I'm so happy for you and proud of you for all the big..and little.. accomplishments you've had recently.. keep it up..you can have it all and you deserve it ;O)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thanks Jazmine.. my biggest observation is that my skin is clearing up now. I had terrible eczema before and it's getting so much better. X

[plasticnitwit]

wow, serously your absolutly amazing! your videos are truly inspirational!

the way you speak.. its like your talking directly to me, like you can see into my heart... and thats scary... get out of my head!!! haha

really though, im so happy for you for taking charge of your life! thats so great!

keep it up, dance like no ones watching.....

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you so much for this comment. Really thoughtful!! x

[primus567]

Gray is such a pretty color on you. Makes your eyes stand out. i have that same hat, btw. (the gray one)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! Yay for New Look :-)

[jenaciousweetie]

3:00 I love this. I was terrified of change, but I think fighting it was what was making me unhappy in some of my situations. Letting go is something I am working on. Love the vid!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you! I agree and this that we need to just accept and go with it. x

[fit2btried]

You are looking quite lovely and happier, Em :) It is so cool you are taking charge of your life and moving in a positive and healthy direction! Rocking vid!!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you Deb! I'm feeling it :-)

[jammim1977]

great video

[kowalj3]

I have totally been feeling the same way recently!!! I waste so many days feeling unhappy or stressed, I need to work on making myself happy and healthy! Life is too short and I'm horrified that I'll wake up one day at 50 years old and think that I haven't been living my life to the fullest. You should never settle for second best, you are too amazing for that. Ohh and you look soooo damn sexy and beautiful!!!!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Good for you! There is such a fine line between being aware that we aren't living life to the full and actually doing something about it. A lot of us find it more comfortable to just go with the flow but I think we each need to get the most out of life as we only get one shot. x

[TravMcTavish]

Another great video. You have achieved so much in the last 2 weeks and you send a great positive message that change when needed is good and essential to overall happiness.

I recently have begun compiling a list of 100 things I want to do in the next few years.

Of course I'll be making videos on this. :) I think it will be called simply 100 Things.

Wow the before and after photo's are great! Well done and you should feel sexy. :)

I personally hate running but will start the Couch25k soon.

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Hey Trav, Wow.. 100 things eh? You'll do it! I hate / d running but it's such a great way to exercise. Thanks for the support. Re doing less videos, I will soon be guesting on Project Lifesize (alternate Wednesdays for 2-3 months) so if you need a fix I'm there! ;-)

[dreamnqueen64]

Really been enjoying your recent videos :)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you :-)

[longhairred]

Woman you are a triumph!!! Yeah!!! Whoot!!!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Love it - Triumph!! LOL

[stayinhome971]

Great video!

[rockybarragan]

another awesome vid! you go girl for making the decision that life is too short to settle.

years back i was in a 5 year relationship and took mental abuse day after day and finally one day i thought "is this the person i want to be with 10 years from now? 20? when I'm 50?" the answer was no so that was it....i ended the relationship and I was so much better for it.

congrats on the weight loss so far. pics look great!

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Yes, exactly. This is what I was thinking. I can't think of anything worse than being in my later years and regretting not living as a full a life as possible. We only get one shot right? xx

[AKphoto101333]

your an amazing person thanks for sharing :).......... thanks for being such an amazing person :)

[TheStarvingSoprano]

Thank you!