I think what you’re feeling is very much like a let down feeling after a big event. You did a lot of prep and had excitement for the retreat and now it’s over. I felt the same way after all three of my kids got married - after their weddings. Also your skin is amazing. So pretty and smooth. If only I had your skin! 😃

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you!

@BittyPenny

26 күн бұрын

I can totally relate to the anxiety in large energy transactions, especially when it is rooted in social interactions. I get anxious before, slightly during, and after. I hosted an in person in December of 2023 and felt the same way. I am better on KZread with editing. lol. 😂 The funny thing is I use to teach in person with great joy before KZread. The great thing is that these uneasy feelings are temporary and your greatness is everlasting. Rest assured you gave it all you had and that is all we can do. Thanks for being brave enough to share. ❤📄✂️🙌😂😎🥰

@Katiepuppyz

26 күн бұрын

Sounds like one of the reasons you feel bad, from what I can gather is from some comments that might have seemed nasty or rude… I don’t know if this helps at all but often when people are obnoxious they are acting out of their own feelings that may have nothing to do with you 😊 Someone like yourself with a KZread show cannot possibly be responsible for everybody’s feelings, unfortunately you can’t please every one and a lot of us have this notion in our head that we must please EVERYONE ! Or else there’s something wrong with us…and that often comes with unresolved trauma… Like me I had a very big problem being bullied in high school by “ the mean girls” because I was such a nerd…! Don’t ever think you must be everything to everybody…you are beautiful as you are 🥰

@jessieg4901

26 күн бұрын

I always notice your skin too Lyndsay 🫶🏻😂 teach us your ways!

Lindsay, give yourself the grace that you would give to a friend. You are more than enough! 💖

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

It was great to find out you are as genuine in person as you are on your videos. So happy I attended.🙂

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thanks so much:)

Lindsay, Here is one analytic for you: the trip was -phenomenal; the artists had the experience of a lifetime and, as you know, continue to enjoy the bond that was created. We are all in gratitude for what we now have in our lives due to your connection. That is a great gift that keeps on giving. I hope you can feel that as loving energy coming your way and let it in. Life is too short - hope you have a great summer full of fun experiences and joy!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you so much for the kind words 💖

Hey Maine, YOU ARE MORE THAN ENOUGH!❤❤ You taught a life changing class in France! Congratulations!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thanks:)

I personally really appreciate all your fantastic finds on Amazon and the art stores, then passing them to us. I feel we are all adults, it's not your fault for what we choose to buy, we all have the choice to "click" your link. PLEASE do another retreat, I wanted to go so bad but I couldn't. Thank you for all you do!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

I will consider it:)

You are amazing. How many sat chats did you do to help us during Covid. How many free tutorials are posted by you and if that were not enough, your knowledge about the items you post. The wealth is in you, who else could have made watercolor from pigments on the spot as requested. Are you sure there is not a whole art kit hidden in that bandanna. You do a great service and thank you for all the encouragement you provided to me a person you have never met. Take care

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thanks:)

@jimflack9462

26 күн бұрын

Covid confinement was when you taught me about watercolor, thus beginning my new adventure.

Welcome back! So real and relatable to hear you in your post-big-event letdown. It’s a natural part of the process that lots of people sweep under the rug. Thanks for being here and being you!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

I think once you get some sleep you might feel a bit better. You have had such a high energy level and anxiety over the retreat and you have to just breathe. I feel exactly like this and I don’t have a big thing like your trip. Please do not doubt yourself. Yes you are an amazing teacher. We need you, at least I need you and look forward to every video. Please try to just breathe. Sometimes that’s what we need too. Just take a minute to breathe, you are enough, you are needed, you are amazing. Chin up, love ya.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you! I had another 4:30am start today. This is for the birds!

Happy Saturday Lindsay. I would definitely prefer being on a retreat with someone who isn't "on" the whole time! We all need the quieter moments too. Sounds like you're tired post trip. Tiredness tends to bring up my negative thoughts too. I try to remember that the mean girl in my head will go away at aome point and my confidence will reappear.😊. And please don't dismiss how you're feeling as silly or unimportant. It really isn't. You're mental health deaerves as much care as your physical health. Can be tough sometimes though. Having watched the haul video yesterday, all your students sounded really happy. Hoping you decide to do more so i get a chance to come along!

@heathernolan902

26 күн бұрын

Yes! All of this. I’ve actually quit a job post holiday due to nothing but pure overwhelm. It’s a thing. I thought I would have some Fomo watching the France videos, but it was the opposite- I know that I would have been in a state of pure overwhelm from all of the anticipation, the travel days, the different beds, the time change, everything! I loved taking your adventure in through your eyes… without getting myself in a full tizzy 😂

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you, yes, it's hard to be objective when you can't get enough sleep.

@Linda-qq5mg

26 күн бұрын

I feel bad for you being too hard on yourself! You are an excellent teacher and a “real” person! I bet going to the ocean, and painting there , will lift your spirits, and the salt air will help with the sniffles! It may also help with your sleep! Have a great weekend!😉🤗

The part about not doing enough social media stuff during the retreat. Maybe that's just a testament to you paying more attention to the people who paid to be there than us randos on the net. That's a good thing in my opinion. I'm sure you'll feel better once you catch up on sleep.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

"Randos" 😆 🤣 😂

Hi, Lindsay! France was wonderful and I'm thrilled that I was able to experience it with you. It was a special group that wouldn't have come together if not for our mutual love and admiration for you. I have been slow to get my energy and motivation back too. It's much better the last few days, so hopefully it's just taking you a little more time to recoup as well. I'm praying you feel more yourself soon so that you can enjoy your much anticipated summertime. 🤗❤

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

I hope so too! Thank you!

Thank you Lindsay for being the true, authentic, wonderful person that you are! So many of us relate to your inner struggles -- we have them too! It was so fun last night to watch your video about everyone's art hauls! Going to those places on the tour must have been so special to everyone! May everyone have a wonderful summer!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

Lindsay, when I started learning to paint 8 years ago, I watched a LOT of KZreadrs and you were the one I clicked with. I've bought most of your teachable classes and love your SatChats! Little did I realize back then that I would become a professional watercolor artist. I teach monthly classes, sell my work in several locations and have more home portrait commissions than I can handle! I truly owe a lot to you and want you to realize what a wonderful, inspirational teacher you are! I'm sure your retreat was wonderful! You are so right about our health care system. It is very broken.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank is so very kind of you to say:)

I’ve taken several online classes and many of yours I find yours in the top 10%.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Lindsay, you do you. The haul video was sweet, not over-blown. Thanks for what you do. …try not to overthink things. The older I get the more things, unexpected things, takes me more time to recover from. It’s the joys of getting older…take care.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! This lack of sleep is making me more self critical than usual I think.

@mwGoosman

26 күн бұрын

You are fine…we are a caring community. 😊

@pattybrewer3907

26 күн бұрын

Relax regroup. Take naps. K Or lay there. Sit outside and sip tea. When you get "older" it's SO much harder on your body. It will be fine. Don't make decisions when tired, most things will keep. You are enough❤ ❤

Dude… hear me out. Weekend retreats in the Maine wilderness. I’m in! And so close 😂 I’d renew my passport for you! Plus, our east coast scenery can go up against any. Or the Maldives, I’m easy. Take some time to start thinking about more retreats. It’s all still too fresh. Have a great week ahead Lindsay and everyone ❤

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, you are so sweet:)

@AKM8829

26 күн бұрын

I definitely would attend a stateside retreat. And I am in south Alabama 🤣

@janicepruitt3458

26 күн бұрын

I too would be interested in a retreat in the US.

@candaceainslie980

26 күн бұрын

Me tooo . A Maine, Lindsay painting retreat! I live in Wyoming and would love to come to Maine!

@MSKCCooke

26 күн бұрын

I'm in for Maine! Coastline? Rocks? You bet!!

Jet lag is a natural feeling when traveling through several time zones. It used to take me less time; nowadays, it takes me a week or more. Lindsay, I’m still felling it as well. We had a wonderful time in France. It was a joy getting to meet you and get personal art guidance from you. Let’s do another retreat…southern Spain is beautiful 😂❤

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I'm considering Spain (the Spain locations have private room options too!)

Lindsay! Your feelings are never trivial or meaningless!! Try this: Take a piece of paper, number 1 to 5. After each number write: I am feeling _____ why?_____ Then try to fill in the blanks with as few words as possible… In other words no dissertations. Write the first thing that comes to mind.

The early-rise insomnia is a very common symptom of depression, and is a bit of a trademark for depressive episodes. Please do not take this as any sort of diagnosis! But also if you start to feel like it's getting out of hand, and you're still feeling low, please note - 1. *you're not alone.* Don't ever think this! I promise. 2. Please consider touching base with your healthcare team. Depression is insidious and it 100% can creep in unnoticed. You're an absolute gem, a great resource for the community, and we love you (in a not creepy stalker kind of way!). Please remember to take care of yourself!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much, I'll kep and eye out for that. I took magnesium last night and even tho I woke at 2 and 4am I was able to go back to sleep until 6:30. It's the best sleep I've had all month!

@GingahSnapsArt

10 күн бұрын

@@thefrugalcrafter hey baby steps are still steps!!

Sleep or lack of sleep messes with your mind; have a relaxed weekend Lindsay!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Will do!

My dad keeps having doctors retire on him. Now the VA has decided to telemedicine their local clinic with a doctor in California. Our veterans deserve better.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

They do! My dad loves his doctors at the VA, so far everything has been in person.

Sat chat is always fun! You’re too hard on yourself! Anytime with you is always fun!

One of the most potent drivers of this sort of malaise is when something goes *well*. Your retreat went well. Your happy season is starting. All in all, things are good, and for part of you that is deeply unsettling. I live with this myself and it is such a curse!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Yes!

Bless your heart. I felt anxious and upset for you as I watched this Sat chat. I think you are second guessing yourself again all because of that one less than positive comment. All I can say is please don't do that to yourself. I don't like thinking of you as feeling fragile. You are someone who champions confidence and strength for us so much. So you are home now and your favorite season is in front of you. Get out there and enjoy it and the doubts will subside.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much:)

I love your Sat Chats. Having anxiety is what I do well. Give the doctor a call. Sometimes a little something helps. I always forget to use what I have but when I do it is a relief. So you think I would 🤣 You are charming and talented even with an existential crisis.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you:)

Don't you dare beat yourself up! You took a BIG step and went to another country to teach at an art retreat! I don't think anyone expected you to be 100% on camera ready the whole day! At least I sure did not, you are a human being not a robot. The late night sit and chats were the best with everyone, including you and Jason! What do you always say.."its the first pancake so its not going to be perfect" well you have your first pancake behind you now and now you know of things to change and do better for the next one! Make a list of how to improve or things you want for the next one! Look at me I went there with basically ZERO watercolor painting experience and I learned so much! I had hoped I would learn something and if I didnt and I hated water colors well at least I had a great week away in southern France! Relax and let go and just know everything was fine and you can not change the past. Look forward and improve and make notes for the next one! I think a lot of people would be sad if you didn't do another retreat, myself included!! Chin Up Maine! Summer is a coming ☀😎 Everything is always better in the warmth of sun. PS JASON: Do Not Let Lindsay beat herself up!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you, Jen:)

Lindsey, followed you for years. Love Sat Chat and your reviews. Does not bother me that you express your internal struggles, we all have them to some degree. If talking to your audience helps you sort things out that is okay. I feel you could really benefit from some counseling which is very accessible regardless of where you live, the right counsel can help you sort out some of your thought processes. You are definitely enough! Do some research, take some time and find someone you feel comfortable talking to. Instead of just talking to us a good mental health professional can talk to you in real time and give you tools to help. You are worth it.

Lindsay, I work in the medical field…and you are absolutely correct about our current medical system. I have patients that have been denied the chemo treatment that works for them and are currently dying, or psychiatric medications denied. It is really a mess.

@marytesta3003

26 күн бұрын

How can a person be denied oncology treatment? In IL many doctors aren't taking medicare if you don't have secondary insurance and after I fainted, fell and have my headache for a month now, I can't get into a neurologist until next May. Why are we not fighting this?

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

That's awful.

@reand.6223

25 күн бұрын

@@marytesta3003 Hi Mary. I think people are just over whelmed, tired of fighting with the insurance companies and the government does not fight for us because under the Obama Affordable Care Act the Congress and Presidency are exempt from the current medical system. Last month I had 3 patients go to other countries to receive medical care, because it is high quality (American trained doctors) and affordable.

Lindsey, you seem so kind and genuine to me. Don't ket what other people think or say bother you. You are strong and very motivational!! I'm taking your newest color pencil class and I am getting rave reviews from everyone on my projects and I keep telling them it's not me it's the teacher! You are the BEST instructor I have ever had! I am doing so well with my drawings and it's all because of you! Keep up the good work and I will definitely be signing up for more classes!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!!

It's quite common that women feel down, a bit depressed after a major, happy event in their life, just ask any new bride who had a big wedding. You've been running with that baton for a while, passing it off can make a person feel sad. This was a great Sat Chat--you really needed it, and you have a HUGE yt family who's always here for you! Chill, relax, enjoy your kayak and plein air. The warm fuzzies will return, no worries. Be kind to yourself. :)

@thefrugalcrafter

24 күн бұрын

Thank you, that makes total sence!

super fitting. There is nothing more appropriate than listening to sat chat with this topic while tiding up.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Perfect!

Lindsay, I am one of those people that over-think, over-analyze, over-worry about everything I do. I’m always thinking of what I should have done and beating myself up. I can’t draw stick people, I am a terrible painter, I’m very slow at drawing and painting, so I’m still working on filling my sketchbook. But, you know what - I had a great time!! You are extremely friendly, you cheered us all on, I could see you turn on “teacher-mode” and it’s obvious you are passionate about what you do. It was a whirlwind week!! I don’t travel much so it takes me a couple of days to acclimate, especially after all the travel-time, and yes, the anticpation of the trip had all my nerves going crazy!! I think your reaction now is fairly normal, and I’m having some of the same feelings. And as for the review comments - I would hope they were constructive criticisms and not petty complaints. Either way, just move on! All you have to do is look at how everyone is still chatting on the Whatsapp group to see we had a great time!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you! Your drawings and paintings are lovely already, just think how they will be once you finish the sketchbook!

You will be fine! Another art you-tuber posted a video shortly after leading a big workshop. She was so down and seemed so depressed it was scary. Lots of comments of concern for her well-being. About a week later she was back to her old self. Your video here reminded me so much of that. Hopefully you are probably just exhausted from this very unique experience. I wish I could have been there I'm sure it was wonderful.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you, I hope that's it:)

I’m so appreciative of you and your honesty!!! You are amazing and I HOPE I can take an in person class from you one day!! Would you consider hosting a weekend retreat in Maine? I think that would be AMAZING!!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

I would consider anything. I would need a location. I get bogged down with logistics.

@stacys447

26 күн бұрын

I vote for the US and your Maine landscapes look beautiful!

@encouraginghope7657

26 күн бұрын

@@thefrugalcrafter a lot of camps let groups rent cabins and then they have a cafeteria that provides meals 🤗

Ohohoh. I am awake my kids are asleep. I have coffee and I am on the couch. This is perfect. I am so happy right now. It’s the little things in life. I definitely probably should not be buying more. 😂

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Perfect! I've been awake since 4:30, ack 😆

To me, it looks like the retreat was wonderful! That’s a whole lot and you pulled it off! That’s not something everybody could do. You’re jet lagged, tired and at the worse part of a wonderful trip, unpacking. You’re reacting in a very human way, please give yourself grace, STOP calling yourself lazy, you’re anything but. I wish you would let it all go, be nice to yourself and I believe you’ll be rejuvenated after your painting day with your friend. You’re an amazing artist and person and I’m glad you’re my KZread friend!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Happy Saturday everyone. I love all the pics and videos of France! What a wonderful experience for all. I rely heavily on your reviews. My no buy year lasted 3 months 😂😂😂. I know me I love supplies but I don’t want to go crazy so I like to choose wisely and you help immensely on that. Your reviews are very informative. For example I just saw the Derwent watercolor palettes but they look soooooo similar to Inktense. You are down to earth and real you are not click baity and I love you for that.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! I have not tried those watercolors and I am kind of worried too because their watercolor pencils are not my fave. The inktense are so nice tho:)

@Gypsisoul1111

26 күн бұрын

One more thing, you have to look beyond the negative comments and try to see where is this person in life that they feel they have to say something like that? They must see that the rest of us get joy from you. It’s hard but don’t take it personal.

I think we live in the same kind of rural small town areas. I have to drive 60 miles round trip to a Micheals or Joanns. The doctor thing is terrible here too. I went to the same GP for about 25 years. Since he retired, I have had to meet the new "permanent" practitioner 8 times in the last 10 years. We have the same issue with veterinarians. Rocky's Dr retired last summer and it took almost a year and an emergency to get him into a new practice. I'm going straight to your French haul video. Sounds like you had a great group and a great time!

How you feel is not silly, it's how you feel. I hope you get better and can enjoy summer.

Lindsay please know how amazing you are. The France retreat was awesome and I learned so much! Funky feelings happen sometimes. A New York retreat sounds fantastic. I want to go.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Oh wow! Thanks:)

This was also your first time doing this too, so give yourself credit for doing it. You almost got perfect from everyone. Take a bow you did enough and are enough. ❤

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank you, I will

OMG, Lindsay, I was fine in France, and when Kathy and I landed in NJ. But as soon as I drove into Virginia I had such a terrible allergic reaction! Lost my voice and practically coughed up a lung. Finally feeling better and did some painting in my sketchbook this morning. Imm determined to fill it!😁 Glad you’re doing better!!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Oh no! I swear I have been blowing my nose constantly since I got home! I don't typically have seasonal.allwrgies but everything bloomed when we were in France. Take care and keep painting!

It's hard being an overthinking...I do it also. I'm sure everyone at the retreat had a fabulous time with you, why wouldn't they? 😁 Your viewers would have all loved to been there too! I can't believe it's June, the leaves are all out and the temperature is rising...yahooo! Thanks for this weeks Sat Chat. And don't get me started about the medical system up here! haha

Lindsay you are a wonderful teacher, and I’m sure your participants have plenty of wonderful memories from your week away. I believe what you’re feeling at the moment is from being in a high energy situation for a week, then coming back down to reality. I felt the same when returning from the Arctic last August. It also sounds as though you’re experiencing a little ‘imposter syndrome’ - apparently most people do at some point, it’s a natural phenomenon. Just remember all the positive feedback and love that’s being sent to you from all over the world. Lindsay you are worthy! ❤ xXx

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

You got that right!

I also have the anxiety! We are similar in this. Try to give yourself grace. It's hard, I know. you will never make everybody happy. Enjoy your week, love ❤️.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you!

One thing to remember, Lindsay, is that you probably felt like you had to be "on" the entire time while you were there, which can be exhausting in itself....let alone the affects of jet lag AND how your "life" there was busier (for that week) than your normal life would have been here. A suggestion for your next retreat would be to schedule an hour every day or every other day for you to rest and regenerate....maybe the hour before dinner. It could just be alone time for you while the attendees work on whatever they like OR it could be alone time for everyone. Just something to keep in mind.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Uptrek actually does achedule that downtime in (but I didn't always take a break, I'll know for next time!)

Humm. On the permanent no-buy. I can see this on standard everyday supplies like white paint. But I think I would still get stuff that was truly new such as a new type of multi media paper, or I would still buy supplies that are outside of normal that stretches and expands my study and understanding such as your bottles of dry paint pigments that you got in France for mixing your own paints. And using the Oxcall and gargums. And getting the french blue.... from france. And hand made pastel sticks. These things are truly special. I hope you continue to feel better. HUGS

I have “early waking insomnia” too (but didn’t know it was called that. Up anytime between 4-7 and can’t fall back asleep. Mind instantly going 100mph. I’m sure your retreat was absolutely amazing because you are so genuine and creative. You have a great way with people. ❤ I think it’s the after-travel blues that are creeping in. I get that every time I go anywhere and come home 😝

@thefrugalcrafter

19 күн бұрын

You are so sweet:)

I look forward to you Sat Chats each week. I may not be able to watch it on Saturday but I know that it is there for me when I get the time. Almost like a gift waiting to be unwrapped. I sometimes get up at 3AM & feel like I've had a full night's sleep. What do I do? I go to my craft room & create! It seems that is the most productive time for me. My family has now accepted this & knows I'll be napping in the afternoon.

@thefrugalcrafter

24 күн бұрын

Good strategy 👏

If the critical review is something you can fix for next time then that’s a good thing. If it’s just a complainer who will never be happy just let it go. We all love you just the way you are❤ How frustrating to have private insurance and not be able to get timely care. Rural medicine in America is very lacking in so many states and communities. Medical students actually can get their tuition paid if they agree to work say 5 years in some rural area, but then as soon as the debt is paid they leave. Ive had Kaiser HMO for over 50 years and I am so grateful. I can go to any specialist my primary refers me to without authorization, the same for MRI, CT, colonoscopy, ETC. I can schedule my appointments online, for video, telephone or in person doctor visits or call early AM for an urgent care, same day visit if I am sick or injured. Best of luck, just be persistent.

The last time I got carded I was in my late forties, which is quite some time ago, I was so shocked and pleased that I kept thanking the checker profusely and made a total fool of myself 😂😂😂 Sounds like your retreat was fantastic, I’m sure in a week or so you’ll feel much better about it all and be ready to go again.

In my Healthcare plan, there is 1 GP in my town. We have many nurse practioners and 1 general surgeon. Yes, rural Indiana!! Specialists? Yes, 1 1/2 hrs away. But, I love my small rural community. I'm so glad you made it home safely. The "travel lag" will subside in time. Relax, enjoy upcoming summertime. And remember, no matter what, there will always be at least 1 naysayer. Ignore the criticism and forge ahead.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you, Jim ❤️ 💙 💜

Your story of the frustrations of finding medical care is so common. I live in a city and this happens here as well. So hard to deal with! Keep calling!

I always enjoy Sat Chat because you are so real! Give yourself some grace. The retreat in France was wonderful because of you! Let the negativity of a tiny minority roll off your back. 🤗

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Oh thank you!

Dearest Lindsay, I so know that spiraling feeling of anxiety and sadness of which you speak. I often feel that way after big events in my life and have yet to figure out how to “fix it”. I just know that it will pass with time. Be gentle to yourself. You are an amazing person and I am sure you were a wonderful teacher in France. Take any regrets or mistakes you think you made and chalk them up to a learning experience. Even teachers need to learn, right? And then let it go and enjoy your summer! You work so hard, you deserve to! Love you!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Until you find a healthcare provider for your college student, maybe check with their school. Our son had an on campus clinic that came in handy. Also, I watch you because of your genuiness, among so many other things. I imagine the people who attended your retreat wanted to learn from you, but probably also chose you over another because of that too! Love that you get what you see from you! Thanks for all you do!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks, yes, she saw the clinic at school but I just want to have a stable provider that knows us. I'm thinking that might be a pipe dream.

You are so giving Rosie the Riveter today and i love it! There's an adage in 12 step programs, "Progress Not Perfection". The fact that you completed such a task of traveling to another country to host an art class is a dream. And you did it! I plan events and, as a hypersensitive person, I know how it is to get "feedback" that you didn't expect. What helps me is to separate this as feedback for the program and not you as an individual; look at it as optional data that you can use to incorporate into your next retreat, knowing you can't always please everyone but there might be a helpful nugget to help you improve your program. And YES, do the upstate NY retreat and move past your doubts about your "presence" as a teacher. Are you kidding me? People would LOVE to hang out with you and paint! :). NIce relatable chat today. If you go to Spain next, I'd consider.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Ok Lindsay stop and ask yourself did you do your best? Now with that answered enjoy the best memories of the trip. Please dont be so hard on yourself. You are a terrific teacher and we are all lucky to have your presence here. When contemplating teaching another retreat (in USA) I would say be kind to yourself x

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

You're the best!

As I listen to you I am stamping the sentiment in some cards - it could be for you! "Relax and be happy." You are a good person and you are allowed to enjoy your success. x

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Oh thank you!

My husband and I are 65 years old. We love it when we get carded! Lol. They always card here. We love Mike's Hard Lemonade and his other products. I have felt stressed this Spring because we haven't been very warm. We have had a lot of storms and rain. I get it about getting a call in to a doctors office. I have to schedule 9 months to a year out to see my dentist. It is the same to see my doctor. The dental office said it is because of staffing shortages. It is the new normal after Covid and us older folks retiring all at the same time. I rethink things after big events as well. We are all hard on ourselves. I bet you and the other ladies had the time of your life. You will feel better in the inside over time. Take it easy. Have a good weekend.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

We love you lindsay. We all have the same difficulties, part of being human. No matter what other people may be facing, that doesn't make your own challenges any less valid. Hoping that you feel better ❤️‍🩹

@thefrugalcrafter

13 күн бұрын

You're the best!

Lindsay you are absolutely wonderful!! I'm guessing you're just going through creative fatigue. Look at all the things you've done the last few months: plain April, color pencil class, and week long teaching class in France!! All great wonderful things, but when you're the one thinking up all the creative things to do and teach others, it's mentally taxing plus you've only been home from France for a short bit so it might take a few more weeks to get your routines and rhythms back in sync. I love the idea of a art retreat in the states with you...I might actually be able to afford to attend! I'm ever so pleased with all the hard work you put into everything you do and share! Don't put so much pressure on yourself, we are all happy that you share and teach at all...that's an amazing thing for us. The first time I bumped into your channel in 2021; I thought oh no, she's too good, I could never paint like that!! The more I watched the more I realized how fantastic of an instructor you are and yes, I can paint like that, no not as experienced as you; but I'm not afraid to try or mess up and I enjoy the mistakes I make along the way because of all your encouragement and teaching style! You will never know just how much we all appreciate and cherish you for all you have helped us learn and enjoy our art journey!! Because most of us don't have time to paint much less time to stop and say thank you enough. The biggest "thank yous" usually go without being said, which is sad, but in our busy lives, we forget the impact a thank you has. I hope this long winded thank you remains you of how loved and appreciated you are!! With that said take a break, a walk, a rest, we understand and will be here always! ❤❤😊

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you so much!

Please don’t be so hard on yourself! You are an excellent artist and teacher! Going to the ocean to paint will help your mood and your sniffles! I love the painting you showed us! Have a great weekend and week ahead! 😉🤗❤️

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Don't doubt yourself. Your trip/class was excellent and well received from the comments I've seen. To benefit from your after trip nerves, use one of your small sketch books and write down these random thoughts for improvement. The overhead projector, the microphone and whatever other things are bugging you. Include whatever your pupils might have suggested. And make a section on what you thought went well and you would absolutely to again. After you have 'dumped' for a few days, put the notebook aside for the summer. Don't forget to make notes to yourself about the facility, pros and cons. These things become less sharp as time goes by. When you start to think about whether you want to do something similar again, drag it out and use these thoughts for planning. Have Jason contribute random thoughts and add to your book too. And remember, things get easier with practice! PS. I did work related training events either solo or with a small team, over the course of a long career. Do spend a bit of time on the feedback you received. Hopefully, none of it is personal, but it too can help you improve 'the next one.' We used to always pack the evaluation sheets in our hand luggage and try to read them collectively on the return flight because once we landed at our home location we would not be together again for some time. Evaluation AND self-reflection are valuable tools.

@3534538

25 күн бұрын

💯 I can only like your comment once unfortunately

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Good suggestions!

Unfortunately waiting to establish with new medical provider is a common problem here too Everyone is scheduling out pretty far. Maybe you can schedule daughter during a holiday break? And I do work in referrals in Gastro here in Washington. I kniw we used to deal with voicemails and patients not getting called back. We have it under control now but we are scheduling colonoscopies in August and some locations are October. Struggles! I know when daughter got back from Paris it took her a couple weeks to get back to feeling normal. Thank you for Sat chat! Oh and I tell people there is no multi tasking on your colonoscopy day! Take the day. We love you Lindsay! You are amazing! And you are human!

Don't let that one comment over shadow the other comments from the France workshop. You have given us all so much on you tube and can't believe how much more you give in person for a week. That one person's comment might have to do with how that person is feeling about life and herself. Hope you get out and enjoy your happy time in the sun!! Thank you for you do for us!!!!!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you:)

Your feelings are all valid, but I think you can see your community here knows you’re a wonderful teacher, thorough, kind, patient, and talented. I hope you do more retreats. I would love to attend one. And all those 10/10 reviews for your France retreat is an amazing accomplishment. The time and money investment for a French retreat means people are not going to rate you so high just to be nice. You hit it out of the park! 😊

@thefrugalcrafter

24 күн бұрын

Good point!

Just wanted to add that you are a wonderful person and a class by you in autumn in upstate New York would fill up fast! Don’t overthink it or beat yourself up! To help restore your internal clock, be outside for the sunset relaxing and doing nothing else.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Good idea!

The medical and insurance system is ridiculous. We have acute care centers on every block, but those on Medicaid have to go to the ER for a sliver, so if you are fully insured you don't get seen unless you are having a stroke or heart attack. When my husband was having chemotherapy, we had to paige the oncologist, and she met us at the ER door, or he would sit for hours and hours. He would pass out because he needed a transfusion in the waiting room. @Lindsay, you are awesome. When you do a couple of retreats, you'll have a checklist and pack as you go, and some things will never be unpacked. I'm doing the pear in the colored pencil class right now. I love how you are using various tools. I have all these silicone tools but had no idea how to use them. Your step by step instruction are perfect. Thank you for being you❤

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Glad to have you back for Sat Chat. You feel what you feel and you needn’t apologize. You were go,go,go to prepare for your trip and then the excitement of the trip. After all of that there is always a form of letdown. That can manifest in the I’m still wired and don’t know what to do with myself mode, or the I’m done and exhausted totally vegging mode. Give yourself some slack, you’ll be where you want to be in your headspace soon. I live in a town that’s called itself the city of medicine, and getting a doctor’s appointment can be as frustrating here as in rural Maine. I think it may be even worse since Covid because so many in the medical field burned out and quit.

@thefrugalcrafter

24 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Lindsay, loved your Sat Chat today. Totally understand, I’ve felt that way after a big event that involved months of planning. Wish I could have gone to France! You are a wonderful teacher and kind and thoughtful human being. Hugs, ~ Kathy Busby

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Yes, go paint the ocean...it will take your worries away...The ocean is my favorite place.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

It helped!

. I am the same about not getting back to sleep once I’m awake. I never knew that was considered insomnia. Big yes to a retreat in the states. You might have to do a lottery you will get so many people wanting to go. I’m in the smokies and there is beautiful scenery here too. The fall colors in the states would make a great plain air retreat. Just wanted to tell you the best teachers (like you) are the ones who are always looking to be better.

@thefrugalcrafter

19 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

Upstate New York, Spain, Portugal -- you name it, I'm ready to be there with you as my teacher!! Give yourself a pat on the back. I am all kinds of GREEN for not being able to go on this trip to France. You are wonderful and you have always returned my emails and answered my questions. You were my very FIRST watercolor teacher via youtube when I was going through my own "troubles" and using art as my therapy.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Aww, thank you:)

Welcome back! The France trip sounds fantastic! No “shoulding”! When I start “shoulding” all over myself, it never goes well. I’m learning to hear it, stop it and say “next time I could…”. Have fun by the sea side!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

Hi Lindsay! I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been anxious and stressed since your return. :( I think it’s wonderful that you’re sharing your worries with us though! It’s good to let them out. I know that I hate traveling too, and never feel at ease for at least a week or so after returning home. But unpacking your luggage and putting things back where they belong helps me settle. Hopefully your cleaning and unpacking will help you too! ❤ sending you lots of love and good vibes 🎉 🎉🎉 I hope you feel better soon!

Oh Lindsay, I so love your Sat CHATS. The inter you is so genuine and enjoyable. I don’t feel like summer is here like you. I’m in So. Calif and our spring has been so dreary, I can’t wait for sun and warm weather. Your scarf and hair looks cute. And your skin is looking great.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Oh thank you!

Thanks Lindsay. Enjoyed watching the French haul video! Have fun Singing at the beach. So jealous.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!

Best EVER Sat Chat!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Aww, thanks:)

Hello Lindsay....another great sat chat in the record books! One of the reasons I love your content so much is because you are a genuine person and in my opinion....VERY relatable to me so I appreciate your candor. And I do love an extra long sat chat! I don't think you should doubt yourself....I wish I was able to join you in France...maybe some stateside retreats will be in the future!! ❤❤

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Oh thank you!

You seem like a nice person, a real person, please be kind to yourself, you are so brave to have done what you have done.... I am English but live in France now, and would love to have been at an art retreat with you...sharing creativity is one of our purposes in life I think, so thank you, even though I wasn't there!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Lindsay, Lindsay, Lindsay......Take the GOOOD and leave the rest! You need to be kind to yourself. Have a good week.

Lindsay you would win the world championship for self doubt 😂 I don’t know anyone else who can get almost all 10/10s and a company asking to repeat your cooperation and STILL say “should I even teach in person anymore?”. If you’re still in doubt: Yes, yes you should. Please get some sleep or do your affirmations or see a therapist 😂 You’re a wonderful teacher who illuminates every subject you treat. So please keep sharing your light 🤍

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

It reminds me of the old SNL skit by Stewart Smiley "I good enough, I'm smart enough and gall darn it, people like me!" 😆

I learned how to watercolor from you. I learned a lot from the classes you used to do with your cousin the live ones. I wish you did more live watercolors real time.

I am in a similar state of mind, Lindsay, with that kind of let down, and mine is after having a house full of family for more than 2 weeks with my brother-in-law (who was 86) passing after a long, agonizing downturn. His kids all live out of town and since I'm not very mobile, people tended to gather here, and my niece and her family stayed here for a week of that time. While here the three of them (niece, hubs and their 42 year old daughter) did so much stuff to help us in their "down time". And then this week, on Memorial Day, my sister Kim(berley) and her daughter-in-law Kimberly came early in the day and housecleaned my bedroom, which was so wonderful. Then the rest of their family came - my nephew and his six kids joined Mama here, as well as my brother-in-law and their daughter and granddaughter, and we had an indoor picnic because it was stinkin' cold outside. :) Anyway, with all that going on, and the feelings having someone clean my house engendered, both good and bad, I've felt like my motor's been running at high speed for the past three weeks. Phone calls galore keeping up with how my b-i-l was doing towards the end, and when this kids were coming in from where and where they'd be staying, and making sure we had lots of drinks and ice and snacks on hand, and then the week of the funeral was basically chaotic and lots of people wanted time to visit with them so we had a week of "picnics" and then the funeral day itself, and they left early the next day, and then it was a week of making lots of phone calls (doctors, car stuff, etc.) and waiting for call backs - so I GET IT!! And I've got 20 years on you, Lindsay, and I'm disabled, nearly completely bed bound. So I get into Deep Thoughts about quality of life and am I being too much of a burden on my family and should I be in a nursing home and, and, and...and I am not a worrier. In fact, my husband, who IS a worrier, always accuses me of being kind of devil-may-care about stuff, not even concerned about real life stuff. LIFE! I also get the doctor thing. Our son was one of those kids who did his best to leave this life early, with serious accidents and then even more serious illnesses, and just generally being a scary kid to raise. When he was 20 months old he had pneumococcal meningitis (bacterial) and nearly died a few times in that illness alone. As he'd been on a couple of smaller illnesses/accidents, our much-loved pediatrician was out of service during the entire meningitis ordeal, having himself a heart attack. And the pediatrician who took care of J through all of that was wonderful, and had even gotten to know our family, right down to my sisters, during the whole deal, so we decided to switch pediatricians, feeling he knew J more than the original one did. I called and asked if he was accepting new patients and they told me (and this was 45 years ago!!) "Only if you're having a new baby." Nope. Not even to get Dr Kaiser. But, they offered, he was getting a new partner, who was just getting started and at least we'd be in the same practice. And we ended up loving him. So just get through these times. They always pass, and hopefully it will be a time when you learn more about how you think and feel about stuff, or about life in general, like we all having the same basic insecurities, when it comes down to it. They just manifest differently at varying times in our lives. HUGS!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I am sorry for your loss. Your family sounds wonderful:)

@cindymatthewsarrowdalearts6449

26 күн бұрын

@@thefrugalcrafter Thank you. And they are. I'm very thankful.

You are a GREAT teacher! I also have brain fog lately, and that’s without any travel! We all need encouragement and joy; be kind to yourself and breathe, value yourself. You bring so much education and joy to me, to others. Thank you.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Anxiety LIES. And you don’t have to listen to it! I appreciate your vulnerability and honesty. And I do wish you weren’t so hard on yourself. If someone else belittled you the way you do yourself, you’d set boundaries and refuse to be treated that way. You don’t need to take it from your inner monologue either.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Good point!

Imposter syndrome, success can cause it, you suddenly make true some projects that you considered out of your league, and you start doubting yourself. There is no need for that. By the faces of people in your group I can tell they had awesome time. For many of us beginners you are kinda a star, and being able to spend a week with you and get so much of your time in life, it is, I can only guess, awesome experience. I hope you will continue to making those type of trips/vacations, and I hope I’ll have means to take part in future.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thank you! I'd love to meet you irl!

Ok last one: I believe that you should have a retreat in Maine! Go local for you and give your subscribers and followers a chance to check out your neck of the woods and I bet you know great areas and venues too! You might even get people from other countries that want to see America!

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Great idea!!

Don’t put yourself down. I know that is easier for me to type than for you to do it. But realize that your videos bring a lot of joy to people and Sat chats like this only make you human and not some fake “influencer”. France was far and honestly beyond my budget. But I would love to go to an art retreat with you in upstate New York this fall! I live in So Cal and would love to see the autumn leaves with someone who knows the seasons, and New England nature (upstate New York is like New England, no?) As to the one not so positive review of the retreat I give you my mother’s best advice - It’s them. not you, that has the problem. Anyone who would expect you to “on” and perky for a whole week straight has unreasonable expectations. I go to 3 day conferences and just have to engage in small talk at meals and evening receptions and I am exhausted and my throat aches. I cannot imagine having to be a charming host for a week lol.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

Lindsay, I'm going to give you a little "reality talk".≥..ready?......First, a person's biological clock can only move about 10 minutes a day. So for example, when we have to move our clocks ahead or back an hour, it takes about 6 days for us to internalize the change. Now obviously, we all can get up and go to work and do all the "stuff" that must be done. But internally things like digestion, brain functioning, cognitive skills, are not on their peak. You just changed 6 time zones, therefore, you won't TOTALLY internalize the change for over a month. In addition, the change returning from Europe to the U.S. is actually a more difficult change for most people. Second, (are you ready for another), I have taught for 35 years. You will not be everyone's "cup of tea", as my mother would say. If you average all the feed back scores and be rated at least average, you are considered a good teacher. Some people ALWAYS put some negative comments on reviews of instructors. They believe that they are helping the instructor become 'better'. They have never been in a situation where they have been evaluated and would probably be crushed by what they heard about themselves. Think for a moment and imagine that you had to evaluate each of the students on the trip. Would you honestly give them all "10 out of 10". Lastly, be kind to yourself. The whole trip is too close to really evaluate. Put the whole thing aside. Do all your wonderful summer plans. Enjoy your time with family and friends!! All the best, from a person that has had to scrub graffiti about myself off desks more times than I can count!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for that, it's very insightful! I didn't know about the 10-minute thing. I couldn't beleive how tired I still am after a week and a half but it makes sence now!

I love listening to you and I am sure many of us can relate to a lot of the things things you are saying and feeling. I think that, in a similar way to feeling a bit anxious BEFORE we embark on a journey (and bearing in mind the trip you planned was much more involved than, say, a family holiday 😬) it is just a 'thing'...that we can experience 'after-doubts'...and I 'm sure I'd be feeling the same. I would imagine a more accurate judgement might be how you felt that everything was going at the TIME, whilst you were there, which seems to have been a valuable shared experience 🤗

I am sure you once said!...Focus on the positivity rather than on the small amount of negativity that might be sent your way? Everything you look at in life, someone will always tag a bit of negativity! The vibes from your video came across as a positive! Everyone seemed to have enjoyed the journey with you! ❤❤❤

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

thank you for posting this. thank you for being here. O really really needed this. it's just a struggle of life,. everyone goes through it.

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

Big hugs:)

Hopefully you're sleeping better Lindsay. Poor sleep makes me cranky. Enjoy some sunshine and try to relax. You're amazing and we appreciate you.

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you! Sadly I woke at 4:30am today and tried fir an hour to fall back alseep. Maybe I need to tire myself out more during the day. It's so annoying.

You are beautiful inside and Out! Do not put yourself down!

@thefrugalcrafter

26 күн бұрын

Thank you 😊

Listen you’re terrific and I love watching your videos. I always trust your judgement when it comes to products. As for getting medical appointments this is happening everywhere. The business is now about profit, keeping us healthy is an afterthought for these major healthcare companies. As for feeling a little off it could be about just getting back from France. Loved the haul video. Not to get personal, it could be the next phase all we women face “perimenopause”! My daughter always reminds me of that period of my life. The family’s way of handling it…stay out of her way!🤣

@thefrugalcrafter

25 күн бұрын

😆

another amazing episode ☺☺

You’re so hard on yourself. Watching this after the show and tell. Everyone I saw had a great time, they all look so happy. Saying that, I know what it’s like with a brain that won’t switch off. Probably no consolation but it’s similar in UK trying to find a dentist or get a doctor’s appointment.

@thefrugalcrafter

22 күн бұрын

Thank you, I am feeling much better now. I have a couple good night of sleep since then:)