changing my lens, a talk with emma

Initial Impressions

Emma Chamberlain reflects on her initial negative impressions of living in Los Angeles, a city she moved to at 17. She describes how her perspective was clouded by the challenges of finding genuine connections and the overwhelming nature of the city. Emma admits, "I've hated Los Angeles since I moved here... I am having a hard time finding people that I like. It's kind of dirty and gross sometimes" 1. This negative viewpoint was largely influenced by her limited social circle and choice of living environment, which did not align with her preferences 2.

   

Fall in Love with LA

Emma's perspective on Los Angeles underwent a significant transformation, leading her to fall in love with the city. She attributes this shift to a conscious change in her outlook, choosing to focus on the positive aspects of LA rather than its flaws. Emma explains, "I was looking at LA through a hateful lens, only choosing to see the negative sides of it" 2. By altering her social circle and moving to a more suitable area, she began to appreciate the city's beauty and vibrancy 3. This change in perspective also allowed her to view other cities, like New York, through a more realistic lens, acknowledging both their strengths and limitations 4.