Hey, everyone! I’m excited to present you with my first video, which I probably didn’t see coming myself until about a week ago. Basically, I was challenged by Glen of PluginID and Diggy of Upgrade Reality to create my own video after they released theirs. Well, both of them are great guys and of course, I like a good challenge … so I decided to take them up on it!
This is me, raw and unedited (I didn’t rehearse this at all, spending less than 10 minutes setting this up). And also, with the help of a little Benadryl for my seasonal allergies, I am able to get this out to you lovely folks. 
I hope you enjoy it! Without further adieu…
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Awesome Valerie, congrats for doing this!
You seem very natural in front of the camera
Happy birthday Valerie!! x
Glen Allsopp´s last blog ..Challenge Update #2 (And My 4 Days in London)
Hello there! (Yeah, I’m a first timer through Glen’s tweet, Nice to meet you I’m Jonas
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I love the video challenge idea! I actually started filming myself this morning just for shits and giggles, and kind of like a comfort challenge. I have no problems speaking in public really, but there’s something kind of blocking me when I’m in front of a camera, so I will be working on that
Your site looks great, I’ll make sure to check out your other content later
Until next time,
Jonas
Heya Valerie
Very nice video, congratulations!!
You seem so comfortable and relaxed! I wanna wish you a happy 22nd birthday, hope you have a blast!
Thanks for being such an awesome girl!
Have a great day!
Diggy – Upgradereality.com´s last blog ..Challenges, Mentors and Incredible Success
Hey Valerie, nice to see you on a video, and happy birthday!
Oscar – freestyle mind´s last blog ..10 Ways to Create Value in What you Do
Happy 22nd birthday.
You don’t seem shy, but you can be more certain but then again you didn’t practice.
You’ll get better as you do more videos.
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Happy 22nd Birthday! I really like your honesty in front of the camera and have enjoyed reading your past few posts. I found you through Monica O’Brien. Good luck with all your endeavors! You have learned a lot in your 22 years that most people never learn…
Thank you everyone, for the well-wishes and the wonderful comments! I guess making videos isn’t so bad after all…
and I really appreciate you guys dropping by and taking the time to watch!
@ Jonas … Good luck, I will be looking out for your video! I’m the opposite, I’m even more terrified of public speaking.
Wow, incredible video! I honestly have no idea what you were nervous about, as you definitely seemed super confident there…. and happy birthday too!
PS: You also get some bonus points for having incredibly white teeth!
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Hey, Travis. Thanks for the comment! I’m really glad you liked it!
PS: Got to keep the pearly whites shiny!
Valerie!! I loved the video – congrats for taking the plunge and posting it
It was so fun to see you in action – you are so thoughtful and inspiring. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Jenny Blake´s last blog ..Miscellaneous Musings
Hi, Jenny! Thanks for stopping by and thanks for the comment.
It’s cool that our birthdays are less than a week apart! Hehe.
Hey Valerie..Happy Birthday!! Nice to see you telling the readers about important things you learnt in your life. Have a great time ahead and enjoy your birthday!!
Hi, Sachin..
Thanks for the well wishes and comments! Hope your classes are going great
That spontaneous video was a beautiful way to honor your powerful, searching spirit, Valerie – I hope had, and will have, a wonderful day, every day – belated happy birthday wishes to you!
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@ Alex: Hello, again… thank you for your kind comment!
I don’t regret making this video one bit.
I did have a great birthday and I’m looking forward to what will be my best year yet!
How did I miss this?!!!! Valerie, i’m so GLAD you made this video!! It’s like I sense your sensitive side, but I sense a fearlessness which is much bigger, a desire to overcome challenges and be your best self. Plus, you come across so real, so personable, so centered.
Your blog’s definitely going to grow. This video highlights, you are a truly authentic soul.
Happy (late) Bday. You deserve everything in life you desire!!
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I like your confidence, attitude and personal philosophy. Thanks for sharing. Happy birthday.
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Hey,
I just had a birthday on Oct. 17th, so I can relate to the reflection that it can bring :-> I appreciate your thoughts on personal development, and good for you in taking the video plunge!
Veron
Wow, that was awesome – not many people do video, so a big thumbs up for that. And I liked that you said, “If you don’t decide to do with your life, other people will decide it for you.” Great stuff, and glad to have found your blog. Keep it up!
Jeremy Johnson´s last blog ..Introducing The First Wizard, Lisa Irby
Wow, this comment totally passed me by… and I apologize! Thanks for the kind comments!
Hope to see you around more…