how I find energy to do what I love when I’m tired (+ a personal/home update)
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Video Information: “How I find energy to what I love when I’m tired” +plus a personal and house update!
In this video I wanted to chat about expectations related to “being productive” - how we shouldn’t shame ourselves for ‘not getting things done’ after a long work day or when we are going through challenging times. I also wanted to share some techniques that have helped me change my lifestyle a bit and pull away from habitual distractions in order to pursue some of my personal hobbies and passions. Maybe these ideas will help, and maybe they wont! We are each trying to figure things out in the midst of stress and burnout. It’s a personal journey, and I hope at least I can encourage you today and give you some peaceful moments.
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@TheCottageFairy Жыл бұрын
At about 8:45 onwards I share a personal update, update on some renovations, reading update, and my own experience with severe burnout and fatigue last year working three jobs at the same time, and how I tried to keep finding ways to do things that bring me joy even though usually I was just too exhausted to do much after work. It was important to honor how I felt during that time, and I hope that everyone that is too tired to get much done sometimes can give themselves the rest and relaxation they need and not be hard on themselves❤ sending a big hug
@bonnie_rose Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Paola! I really needed this. I have a chronic illness which makes it extra difficult to find the motivation to do something for myself after a long day at work. But life has a tendency to start to feel empty when we don’t make the effort. Glad you’re starting to feel better!
@ceilconstante640 Жыл бұрын
Paula, I'm 60. If you're dealing with fatigue and burnout now, it gets far worse when you're older. Love your videos but you need to learn how your diet is going to make this far worse. I wish I knew that when I was younger.
@katiesanders96 Жыл бұрын
@@bonnie_rose I relate very much. I am chronically ill too. Sending hugs. ❤
@carolwilmot2546 Жыл бұрын
Cooking
@FlwrCats76 Жыл бұрын
You mentioned having multiple jobs, have you shared in earlier videos what sort of work you are in? Curious what other "spoonies" who are into slow living do for career, for motivation and inspiration :)
@christinejoygatchalian8197 Жыл бұрын
Ever since I discovered this channel, it made me realize that I do not want the fast paced, high fashion life that I always thought I wanted, at the end of the day, I just wanted peace. I just also wanted my own little home in a place where I'm surrounded by nature, books and animals. Idk if its just me who had this realization but if I'm not alone, I hope we will all one day achieve this peaceful environment we dream about someday.
@summerdreams7949 Жыл бұрын
i too long to live where I'm surrounded by nature, books and animals. no neighbours and just a small little town with fresh local fruit, veg and meat!
@christinejoygatchalian8197 Жыл бұрын
@@summerdreams7949 Right?! And we have a little land thats our own and that's where we plant everything we eat or even for spices or little flowers. The way I'd sell my soul to have that kind of life❤️
@carmela8088 Жыл бұрын
Precioso vídeo .
@ariana.billett Жыл бұрын
I have had this same realization from watching this channel as well ❤
@rainbowpeapod2796 Жыл бұрын
me too💜💜💜
@carlrosenzweig1867 Жыл бұрын
I discovered your channel a few months ago after having received a cancer diagnosis. I can't tell you how soothing and wonderful your videos have been for me. I don't know why the KZfaq algorithm suddenly recommended your channel to me, but I'm very grateful it did. Most people don't seem to understand how important it is to not take youth and good health for granted until it's too late, so I'm very glad you're doing your best to make the most of your time. I wish you, your family, and your pup much health, happiness, and success. Thank you for the respite you provide. *I'm not surprised such a welcoming channel has so many kindhearted viewers. I truly appreciate all of the well wishes and words of encouragement. My sincere thanks.
@bluemoon472 Жыл бұрын
Such a nice comment. I’m glad you found her channel, too. Blessings upon you.🙏
@elaineclerkin2220 Жыл бұрын
I'm really sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Stay positive. Lovely post x
@selinab140 Жыл бұрын
Hope you're doing great definitely praying for your recovery.
@lebonpretexte6345 Жыл бұрын
Sending you kind vibes from France 🌞🌿🌌
@DaughterofJesus_ Жыл бұрын
The lord will heal you in Jesus name Amen❤
@celestethompson9542 Жыл бұрын
When we live in alignment with our values, we experience peace.
@courtneyawalsh Жыл бұрын
Yes.
@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Жыл бұрын
Beautifully put my dear
@Simplemente_Graciela Жыл бұрын
I am a 16-year-old teenager who longs to have a quiet and simple life but having different thoughts and values in a Latin country makes it a little more difficult for me due to social pressure, but I know that my God has a destiny prepared for me and gives me peace in the midst of chaos even in the midst of deceptive tranquility, blessings
@Kimberlea111 Жыл бұрын
I stumbled upon her channel after I lost my only son who was 21 years old in a catastrophic motorcycle accident. He died 2 days before my birthday and my grief is unbearable most days/nights. Something about this channel and her Etsy shop really brings me a little comfort and soothes my heart and soul in the moment🌙🫶🏻✨🤍🕊
@nancycaldwell9931 Жыл бұрын
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you! ❤🙏❤
@Janlcoyne Жыл бұрын
Sending Love and Light your way. Your loss seems unimaginable.
@jennifersinclair5988 Жыл бұрын
My prayers for you💐🐕
@jennifersinclair5988 Жыл бұрын
My prayers to you🐕💐
@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh my condolences. Lots of Love to you. What is YOUR Sons Name please?
@mbm4348 Жыл бұрын
As I lay here on my couch, snuggled under blankets, desperately seeking some rest from too much travel, too much work, too many messages, emails and schedule changes, I find this beautiful human who speaks to us and herself with so much kindness, so much compassion and understanding. Her soft voice, delicate music and beautiful images are a balm against too much sensory input and an inspiration to create a simpler life. 🌸🌺🌷😍🙏🏻🌻🌻🌻
@susannasurio 6 ай бұрын
Definitely! Yes!
@ballygra Жыл бұрын
I’ve lived with chronic fatigue since my teens. I am now in my 60’s. All we can do is our very own best each day. 🌷
@josephstevens9888 Жыл бұрын
Amen, amen. Take care and I wish the very best for you!
@eugeniamelniciuc8329 Жыл бұрын
Yes, two of my sisters have cfs and I imagine it’s difficult
@margheritagalasso947 Жыл бұрын
I perfectly understand you and every day I keep on saying to my self: don’t give up, make your very best and keep going. You’re not alone. Good luck 🌱🌿🍀
@margheritagalasso947 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Paola, very soothing and inspiring. Please, other topics like this one! Have a nice day ❤
@Judy-se2pp Жыл бұрын
I understand you all out there struggling. I am 79 and walk with 2 canes. Right now I am resting and watching this beautiful, relaxing video. This Sunday I am hosting 16 people for Memorial Day get together. It’s hard to prepare for this when I have disabilities but I am pushing on. How ever it turns out, what ever I get done , is still a reason to celebrate❤🎉
@cathylampshire1140 Жыл бұрын
I found that having a list of things to do (or at least a mental list) was tiring or stressful when not completed. Then, I changed my mind set and looked at it a different way. I decided a list of things to accomplish gives me many choices in my day. I can pick and chose from it what I feel like doing or what I have the energy to do each day. It gave me a sense of freedom and I felt that eventually most of the items on the list could be accomplished given time.
@5bin5d32 Жыл бұрын
That's a wonderful way to look at it indeed :)
@jonkennedy6595 Жыл бұрын
Hi how are you
@EC-yd9yv Жыл бұрын
Also crossing off what you DID do. I find, makes me feel good 😊... cheers✨
@subtropical1228 Жыл бұрын
I love this! My to-do list often stresses me out too when I don't get everything done. I'm going to try to look at it this way too!
@malinf6654 Жыл бұрын
Love this. I’m in the middle of a process to change some habits, but this way of thinking of the things on your list of todo’s is a very good idea and a more healthy way. Thank you ❤
@nicky_bee Жыл бұрын
I am resting at the moment from being rather burned out. Thank you for your calm videos!
@mairishkar Жыл бұрын
Despite your low energy, you manage to produce so many beautiful creations🪷💫
@alifeunfinished5013 Жыл бұрын
So helpful and soothing to me. I suffer PTSD from 17 years in law enforcement as a deputy sheriff. This is so good for my soul.
@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Жыл бұрын
Hi there wow a Sheriff? Well Done for surviving it all. Very IMPORTANT job. That is work. You must do something to calm the mind aswell. What do u think of painting/ drawing? Think I shall put up a few videos about this very important topic in my videos.
@juanmejiagomez5514 Жыл бұрын
@@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Also playing an instrument can really help if you’re inclined. Some people do wood sculpting, others fish. I think it’s important each of us develops a passion that allows us to slow down our minds and restore our inner peace
@unlockyoursoulmemory4199 Жыл бұрын
PTSD is really exhausting, all the trauma can weigh one down heavily... to me Trauma Releasing Exercises were really helpful to calm down the nervous system and if you have learned those exercises, they can be done at home
@8Bitorbust 11 ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you for your service. I cannot even begin to imagine what you're going but I'm most certainly hoping you get the peace your soul deserves.
@8Bitorbust 11 ай бұрын
@@unlockyoursoulmemory4199 I probably need to look into that myself for different reasons. But thank you for your suggestion although it wasn't intentionally to me.
@heatherstorm2483 Жыл бұрын
You may not always feel upbeat and taking time for yourself, or feeling sorry for yourself, but take heart in that you TOTALLY make the rest of us feel better. Your grace and serenity are like balm - no, not like balm - it IS balm. You're just lovely, whatever you are feeling.
@mariacourteau9578 Жыл бұрын
Those fields are like something out of a fairy tale. I have never seen anything so beautiful in my life. It must be utterly amazing to actually be there in person walking through the flowers and being able to smell those smells and pick flowers and just be❤
@LeaverWild 9 ай бұрын
I completely agree with you but the people in my life don’t. No one is happy unless I’m giving all of myself away at every minute of everyday. They are a merry go round of needs and demands. There’s no such thing as time off for me. I am exhausted.
@kymcrowart7876 Жыл бұрын
I love the statement that we don’t need to produce…as an artist I’m constantly plagued by “what did I create today?” Or finish? Some days you just can’t. Creativity isn’t always available, I struggle with this mostly because I assume others are looking at me in that what did you do today?
@jukes243 10 ай бұрын
My dad always said "Rest. Get your sleep". When one of us was sleeping, he would say "So and so is asleep. Don't wake him/her up". Let him/her rest". I loved that about him. He truly cared about others well being. Turning off the noise at least a half hour before bedtime, helps me to unwind, de-stress, and relax. My parents taught by example not to do as society does. I am so grateful to them.
@shanne6625 Жыл бұрын
I often feel guilty when I just sit and do nothing. Thank you for reminding me, it’s ok to truly rest and just be.
@katiesanders96 Жыл бұрын
As someone currently battling poor health and adrenal exhaustion, this video is comforting. ❤
@happy777abc 8 ай бұрын
Ashawhaganda will help.
@theodora6843 Жыл бұрын
When I see you, I start feeling wondrously good about this world. 🥰🌿🌼🦋 Your visuals, narration and reflections...✨it's balm to the soul. Thank you dearly, Paola!!! ❤️
@dennyd4848 Жыл бұрын
I made a very deliberate choice one year to read 50 books in a year - considering I still work full time (and read a lot at work). I picked up a bit of everything, cleaning out my shelves of unread books, and managed to get through 70 books - and large ones too like War & Peace, LOTRs, a couple of Harry Potter books, the Hitchhikers Guide to the Universe series, etc. what a surprise that year was! Thank you for all your work in these videos, it’s extremely helpful and refreshing 👌🤗
@subtropical1228 Жыл бұрын
wow!! that's impressive! I hope I can get through my shelf of unread books one day too! (which also includes War & Peace lol) 😄
@dennyd4848 Жыл бұрын
@@subtropical1228 just start with one page at a time - read at least six times a week - no limits, but I tried to read like 10 pages a day…unless I was pooped! On my good days, I’d rip an entire book in a weekend - a shorter one (add a lot of good shorter books in there too - and the numbers add up quickly - Old Man and the Sea, Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Siddartha, The Pearl, The Alchemist, Winnie the Pooh, Death of a Salesman, The Great Gatsby, Tuesdays with Morrie, Heart of Darkness, Anthem, Holes, Wizard of Oz, Of Mice and Men…..all short but amazing stories! That’s just the first month! 😂😂😂
@subtropical1228 Жыл бұрын
@@dennyd4848 Thank you for the advice!! It sounds so much more doable when you break it down like that! Just a little bit each day 😄
@borleyboo5613 Жыл бұрын
Lovely, relaxing and uplifting video. I am 67, live alone with my two beautiful cats and I’ve never felt lonely. In the last few months, my fibromyalgia has become much worse and I can’t do the things I used to do. But I find other things to do that bring much contentment and fulfilment. 😊
@minaflores6650 Жыл бұрын
Same here...retired teacher, 67 and living alone in a small farm and tiny house with my cats a dog, 19 chickens and lots of hardwood and fruit trees around. My place is located at the foothills of a mountain range and I have a nice view of the sunrise and sunset. Like you, I also suffer from chronic pain and fatigue due to cervical spondylosis but I try to be productive on a daily basis working the land and slowly develop my place into a permaculture garden. At times I feel like progress is slow so I set to do my daily task as planned. But my diminished strenght won't allow me to accomplish my daily set tasks. I feel bad at times not finishing my daily projects, but I also realized I must be a little kinder to myself like having enough breaks in between tasks. And during bad days, I need to learn not to feel guilty if i really have to make more bedrest than what is really needed. But I guess your body would tell you exactly if you have recovered from overshooting which I often do. These videos always reminds me to be thankful that I can live the retirement life that I dreamed of since long ago. I just have to contend that I' m not as physically strong and agile as before having been a single mom for 30 years and raising four kids alone. I had three surgeries due to that stressful life I led. I survived cancer which was the third one. I realized I must be very grateful to have such a place that is so close to nature, fresh spring water, mountain air, abundant foliage and greeneries. Its providing me the peace and quiet that nourishes my spirit as well as physical health and well being. Inspiring video once again. Thanks.
@MadonnaGrogan Ай бұрын
I live with cats, they fun n great company
@lianapalumbo8457 Жыл бұрын
I have to say that what you've said here is so very important. My whole life has been full speed ahead. School, college, children, work etc. I pushed my body to the point of collapse. Got incredibly sick, ended up on life support and then was diagnosed on top of all my mental health disorders with Hashimoto's, lymphoedema, and now Lupus. I'm making progress and trying to get some fitness back but it's going to be a slow slog. Some days I'm in so much pain i can't move, but it's not as often as it was pre diagnosis. So my point, ABSOLUTELY let your mind, body and spirit rest. Don't be ashamed of staying in bed for a weekend and if you have children make it like a campout. Sending love and healing energy to Aigire (sorry spelling)❤❤
@TheGeekMonster Жыл бұрын
I struggle with giving myself downtime. I always feel so keenly aware of the passing of time, of my limited days here on earth, of all the past regrets for things I wish I'd done. I imagine it's a bit more difficult as we get older. I could probably relax more easily when I was young and I felt I had "forever" in front of me.
@susanorban3059 Жыл бұрын
Yes I totally understand how you are feeling. I too feel the same.❤️
@cecilyerker Жыл бұрын
You do have “forever” in front of you. You’re an eternal soul. On earth, your rest days are just as important as your work days. Your rest days are saving up for your work days. Without them, we would get sick and die sooner.
@edinafoldessy1334 Жыл бұрын
I found you during my staying in the hospital and you saved my life. Since than I follow you, and learn, how to live, LIVE LIFE. Te Art of Living. Because it's so beautiful...All your "messages", contents remind me to it. Thankfully from Hungary you blessed soul, beautiful woman both inside and outside. You're a real gift for us - at least for me for sure👃♥️ (Sorry for my poor English, I don't often use it; but through your videos I practise and develop it , like my personality through your wonderful personality ❤)
@rianefalcao6330 11 ай бұрын
hello, i would just like to tell you that this message was very beutifully written and your english is not poor at all, dont apologise for the way you speak!
@lagomholly Жыл бұрын
Some days are easy, some days you’re full of motivation and other days it’s a struggle to even make it through to sundown but it’s about knowing this is normal and brighter days will always come again🙂
@imaginationsmusic1985 Жыл бұрын
I needed this so much. I'm often very tired due to health issues, akd i always feel bad that my family always seem to work hard even when they are tired. I'm trying to get back into reading again so I'm not just on my phone or video game. It's been a struggle to find books that keep my interest, when just a few years ago I was reading like crazy. But I'm gonna go back and read some old childhood favorites, and buying a new copy of the Narnia books (my little paperback copies are a bit worn out, so I'm investing in a hardcover set!) I pray everyone here stays safe. Remember, you don't have to save the world, but the world is a more beautiful place because of you!! 🥰
@chrystal.spiezio 3 ай бұрын
I suffer from severe depression. I just want to thank you for your videos .. They mean everything to me. It helps center my thoughts and give me hope for a brighter future and that I am enough and that I can be happy in the little and find contentment in life. Thank you.
@peaches6776 2 ай бұрын
God is with you, please take care. ❤💕🌿🕊
@grahamanderson7717 Жыл бұрын
Perfect timing for me to watch this video . I play drums in a band and I am conquering CPTSD. After playing a succession of shows We have a few weeks off now and I have been feeling exhausted. I am disciplined with daily practice but decided I needed the week off more. So this video confirmed I made the correct decision. I’ll get back at the daily practice Monday. 😊
@royhampton3 Жыл бұрын
Wow, breathtakingly beautiful intro! I loved the landscape filled with flowers; you truly captured the beauty of Spring. Your art pieces with the glass and flowers are also exquisite. I also admire your emphasis on the restful and restorative feeling creative work gives. I think it's easy to forget that aspect if we're being too results-oriented. Anyway, really beautiful video and I enjoyed this a lot.
@nerd26373 Жыл бұрын
We all feel tired, and that's normal. The daily realities of life wears us out completely, but we always manage to find reasons to live for.
@flowergirl7260 Жыл бұрын
We have severe forest fires here, and i've been inside for 4 days, so your pretty video is a vicarious walk in the woods. Thanks Paola. 💮
@ElizabethPoet Жыл бұрын
Hope they get control of those fires!
@flowergirl7260 Жыл бұрын
@@ElizabethPoet Thank you. Rain is forecast for 8 pm tonight. Fingers-crossed.
@CourtneyShumpert Жыл бұрын
I told God I was thankful for you; May a flower in your path Bloom a little brighter, your steps be lighter, As you pass it in the grass. May the sun be warmer on your face; May your day flow peacefully. My thank you cannot reach your ear, But God will bring it to thee. "My Thank You" Sharlee Cheyenne❤
@TheSelfCenter Жыл бұрын
Your videos are so beautiful and inspiring... Even when you talk about more somber topics, it's beautiful to see that you had the spark in you to try! ☀️☀️
@mairishkar Жыл бұрын
yes - so true - it’s very inspiring🌼
@blakemauney Жыл бұрын
Paola... do you realize how many 'souls' you touch with your videos? You are a beautiful aspect of Spirit and we all thank you tremendously for sharing your wonderful journey of life with us. Thank you so deeply.
@kristinataddei8138 Жыл бұрын
I love dried, pressed flowers.....I have them hanging on my walls, and placemats on my dining room table.....thanks for bringing up the point of how important taking time to relax and not feeling guilty about it....and how we aren't the sum total of our productivity..... something to that affect.....love your channel and all that you share.....your honesty about who you are, and your short comings is sooo helpful and refreshing....thank you.....keep talking about everything that helps you.....cause it benefits us all!!!....
@margolucas3793 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful nature walk! Thank you for taking us along. What a wonderfully beautiful world God has created for His children to enjoy! The flowers are glorious! ❤️
@elliestales Жыл бұрын
You have a beautiful soul, Paola. You are such an inspiration to have an healthier, authentic life and to cultivate our creativity and art ♥
@antidivers8983 Жыл бұрын
Never clicked any video this fastt. I’m feeling so drained and unable to do anything. You have inspired me alot. Thank you 🫶🫶🫶
@mch12311969 Жыл бұрын
The opening shot of this is magical, your beautiful fairy self shines through the entire video. Thank you again Paola!
@starseeker4716 Жыл бұрын
How incredibly blessed you are to live on the doorstep of such beauty! Thank you for sharing your world 😊 Enjoy your day Dear One ❤
@lisa_wistfulone7957 Жыл бұрын
I’m trying to not let my current small burnout spiral into a larger one, and have health issues too that leave me overtired. Your bravely open videos are one of the few “slow living” series where I feel understood and hopeful ~~ you inspire me that I can actually reach farther and do better, a bit at a time. Thank you for your graceful sharing 🌸✨🌿
@starrnanigans6402 Жыл бұрын
It’s almost a funny coincidence that you shared a quote from L. M. Montgomery, as I have been slowly making my way through her Anne of Green Gables series since the Covid pandemic took off in 2020. It’s been an immensely comforting series and has really helped me to slow down and, through inspiration from Anne’s character, find new ways to appreciate what’s around me. I’ve always loved nature and the mildly rural setting in which I grew up and live in, but sometimes you need a reminder to look at it with renewed appreciation. “It's been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make up your mind firmly that you will.” ❤️
@rianefalcao6330 11 ай бұрын
yess, i've been reading this series i believe since the end of 2021 and it gives the readers so much comfort, i also think is the kind of books that you just enjoy reading slowly and paciently and makes you want to be more light hearted, Paola's videos feel really close to what the AOGB series feel like.
@krobbins5121 Жыл бұрын
On point "not what society says you should be doing" and getting "rest". I am trying to get back to my old self while also grieving, thank you for your beautiful words of such great wisdom❤
@georginapriest9192 Жыл бұрын
I attempted to do the glass flowers but I did mess it up! 🤣 I used glue dots and now learnt I don't need any glue! I will try this again 😅Thank you. Love watching your relaxing inspiring videos.
@mckennarinta3221 Жыл бұрын
My spring flower craft was “glueing” dried flowers onto candle sticks using a paintbrush to brush hot candle wax from a tea light onto the candle stick, under and over the florals, like mod podge! I think you would enjoy!
@oceannamoore9682 Жыл бұрын
I love all your videos Madam Cottage Fairy. You inspire me to be closer to my true self. I think I'd like for you to address how you incorporate art into your life so frequently. I have always loved art, but I've never studied it. I find myself not knowing where to start with creative projects. Yet if someone sets it up for me I will happily join an art table with a circle of friends. But this hardly ever happens. So I'd just love to know how you found out about so many different forms of art/crafts, and how you would recommend a beginner to the art world gets going on figuring out which little projects to do.
@dreambeeyoga4186 Жыл бұрын
What would cottage fairy do? Has been a way my friends and I remind each other to slow down and live simply! Thank you Paola for your everyday inspiration and whimsical nature!
@lisaa6099 10 ай бұрын
I love that she focuses on NOT SHAMING having a rest and doing nothing occasionally
@cats2ish Жыл бұрын
Just want to tell you, I just ordered two sets of your drawings. I think they're cheerful. They put a smile on my face. Thank you!
@cats2ish Жыл бұрын
I know you can find energy within, as I have done at 65 yrs old. Once believed to be an age for falling apart. No Longer so. I believe that your daily activity of gardening, taking walks in the fields and breathing in the fresh morning air along with your earthly diet will almost certainly have given you a bountiful kick start to having higher energy levels later in life. As long as you feel good, you can rest assured that as you move through the different aspects of your life you will only get better. As the saying goes, "It or we only get better with age" Please enjoy !!
@georgeelliman Жыл бұрын
Hello Jane, how are you doing?
@hannahblume2000 Жыл бұрын
You’re so pretty and intelligent. I really like the way that you see the world and I love flowers so much. Spring is a great time to wonder and soak it all in.
@judithgrace8359 Жыл бұрын
Me too! I am trying to ignore my phone more and more. I’m enjoying a Consignment Shop mystery series, lots of vintage clothes descriptions…so fun. Spring flowers are profuse because of all the rain, so I’m gardening a lot. Don’t really miss the phone…
@Isla25light 7 ай бұрын
This peace enviroment is exactly what i want to live in my life. Peaceful and beautiful.
@Godisgood554 Жыл бұрын
God tell me he love me when I see his creation. Thank you for your videos I love them. Hugs from Nicaragua.
@LifewithAlegria Жыл бұрын
Doing something creative that you love doing is a great way to energize yourself, you’re right. I can’t believe though you read 50 books in one year. My gosh, that’s really great. Great points on taking time for ourselves. There’s no shame in it. Thank you for sharing. Have a beautiful week. 💕🌸
@feylights166 Жыл бұрын
I went to high school with Margaret Owen. Seeing her work in the world is surreal, but I am happy for her. I need to get back into writing myself, and cultivate writing time.
@hollyavillella554 Жыл бұрын
TFS all those beautiful wildflower vistas! I would love walking through a field like that! 🌼🌸🧡🌸🌼🧡
@shellyv7782 Жыл бұрын
What a wonderful view. Your videos always uplift my spirit.❤
@ainearasvalley2413 Жыл бұрын
I find your burnout chat very encouraging as I am experiencing profound lack of energy and motivation while working a couple of minor jobs while getting my master's degree. I guess I shouldn't be so hard on myself ❤️
@ziegenmilch1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Paola! I needed to hear this. I had a burnout two years ago and I often did not had the energy to do something beautiful after work. The worst thing was that my friends did not understand and put shame on me for not pulling myself together. I am still not how I used to be, but getting better . Now I have energy left to take a little stroll in the forest. Warm greetings from Lapland! ❤
@mariedupuis7802 Жыл бұрын
Oh my God your valley is quite like I figure the paradise ! So beautifully touching...I like your frame with flowers, it gives me good ideas for when I will be in retirement soon...For the moment, I don t have the time to read, to do things I like, I feel too tired after work. Not easy to find time of rest without stress...I wish you will be able to take time for you now that the weather is warmer even if it rains sometimes. Hello from Paris, France❤
@behindhergreyeyes Жыл бұрын
I love the excitement and shine on your face while talking about your projects ❤❤❤
@happy777abc 8 ай бұрын
Survivor of cptsd. After years of fighting to survive, now whole-my desire is the simplest of life and a few truly good friends. This channel calms me.
@nancywareham979 Жыл бұрын
What an encouraging and lovely video🥰! You constantly inspire me to do what makes ME happy and to treasure every moment that God gives me in my journey. It’s been raining softly all day here in the mountains. As I write this thunder is talking to me and challenging me to look out my window to view any new updates. I had two little families of birds build their nests in my front door wreath this spring. The babies left yesterday. They waited until the last minute because they were in such a cozy safe place. 🪺❣️ My husband and I will celebrate our 55th Wedding Anniversary on June 3rd. We sit on our back porch and enjoy the Bluebirds , Swallows, Doves,Cardinals and Sparrows chatter and chase each other about. The Swallows are raising a family as I speak and the Bluebirds have already raised a family. It’s been a busy Spring! I have planted my flower seeds and am enjoying them pop through the soil to grow and put on their coats of many colors. At the age of 75 I am so happy to be in such a beautiful peaceful home in Tennessee right along side of my special fellow. 🥰We are so blessed. We are forever grateful. Love, Nancy
@barbmcculloch7010 Жыл бұрын
Lately I have felt guilty about days when I do nothing. Nothing but read, drink tea and take my dog for a walk. I have worked all my life and I feel like I should be more productive even now. It's good to know others feel the same. Nature is my go to for feeling like my day amounted to something. Taking in the smell of the lilacs , walking through the rain drenched fields , watching the thunderstorm ⛈️ roll in, feeding the chipmunks and refilling the birdbath. Certainly not high achieving stuff and I have to remind myself that it is just as worthwhile. Thank you for the peace you send in your videos.
@MH-pr2gc Жыл бұрын
Omg!!! The beginning of the video is like heaven! Unbelievably stunning!
@alyssamitchell8958 Жыл бұрын
Your videos bring me so much calm, peace, and joy. Thank you for simply being you and sharing with us all. 😌💕
@truthseeker1954 5 ай бұрын
I have the same feeling watching your videos as I got while watching Mr Rogers. Safe, calm, loved, appreciated, taught, guided. All gently and all contentedly.
@lyndspickett5770 Жыл бұрын
You are a breath of fresh air in a stifling, rushed, overprogrammed, overcommitted and device-distracted world. Thank you for reminding us all that living outside the aforementioned box is possible. I am presently making my way out of that box as well. God bless and THANK YOU.👍😊🍄💐🌈❗
@OwlHeart56 Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous scenery! Thank you for sharing it with us. Love your videos!
@Annie-td5mp Жыл бұрын
You have the most peaceful soul among the people I have ever seen. I’s therapeutic to listen to you speaking. Also, I am gonna study English from you as English is not my native language. Your language is so elegant and artistic. The country view is so soothing to see 🍀
@norikofurukawa6090 Жыл бұрын
Thank you alway for letting us see the beauties and joys and creating variety of things to light up the path. It's always inspiring to me. I know such daily efforts are not easy, and I truly think you are working incredibly hard. I think it would be good for you to take a break occasionally, but I think you keep finding things to do one after another. In this beautiful spring season, please savor happiness, try to set the pace a little slower if that allows and would make your body and mind easier. Thank you always, and please take care.
@aly6133 10 ай бұрын
I’m not a talkative person in social media where I leave comments to people, but your channel has been a heavenly place that gives a feeling of relaxation and calmness. Therefore, I had to leave a little comment to you to tell you that I’m genuinely grateful to you and your loving, thoughtful, and blessed videos that pull me out of some hard times I went through. Thank you so much🤍.
@melinamorina516 Жыл бұрын
Paola, I have to thank you for reminding me of the joy of the simplicities of life and of the value in the slow and and the peaceful of the everyday. I like what you said about it being ok not producing anything in order to show we spent our time well, because often times there is pressure in that to show people we are progressing. However, sometimes, the nurturing things we do that no one sees, are the things that bring us most peace. You are truly inspiring.
@hilltopvt Жыл бұрын
The fields of wildflowers - what a stunning landscape 💖 appreciate the wisdom from a beautiful old soul.
@kita3256 Жыл бұрын
Honestly, your life is goals. Life is hard and as introverts we experience burn out anywhere, but living among that nature is truly a blessing that most of us can’t have. I live in a dessert. My back yard is just dirt. I can’t grow anything, I tried and tried. Everything dries up and dies. It’s either extremely hot or extremely cold. I wish I lived where you do. Maybe one day when I retire. For now my husband’s job is here and I homeschool my kids fully so I don’t work outside of the home anymore. I hope you know that God has blessed you abundantly and Jesus loves you! Thank you for sharing parts of your life with us!
@nasedyanka5238 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for beautiful videos and inspirational bits of wisdom, Paola. In my job as mental health therapist I was trained by a wonderful professional father and his crew to observe the role of the symptoms rather than getting stuck in the behaviors of people. It has been longer than a decade and that wisdom manifests as true and guides me each day. When you mention "why" vs "what", I resonated immediately. Plus, this modern fast -paced society is not at all created to serve human wellness and family, I do come from a completely different culture which I totally love and appreciate. So, I was clicking with your emphasis on how we have to do it for our own sake: self-care, self-preservation, slowing down and crafts. Yes, crafts are scientifically proven to improve emotional and mental well being, plus our Bulgarian Orthodox Christian Fathers have consistently encouraged people to engage in handiwork crafts. Ancient elders' question is priceless. Thank you as always for your video content.
@donb.puryearjr.8699 Жыл бұрын
The field of flowers are amazing.....😊
@anitatucker8812 Жыл бұрын
Your area is so beautiful. It makes me long for our mountains in my home state. We live about six hours away so it's relatively a short distance but due to family issues and responsibilities I won't be traveling anytime soon. Thank you for the room tour and all that you share with us. I'm glad to hear you're feeling better. Sending love and wishing you a blessed weekend.
@Mollydollyyyy Жыл бұрын
This message feels tailor made to me. My husband is a disabled combat veteran, I work two jobs to support us and I try to keep up with my beautiful garden and hobbies I enjoy but sometimes I just get so, so exhausted. What hurts the most is when the garden starts to show it and gets overtaken by weeds- i feel like its a reflection of me :(
@marielcalder103 Жыл бұрын
🙏🕊️🙏💕
@bryonmacpherson1470 7 ай бұрын
Wow Paola! What a wonderful gift. I watch and want to capture every detail. Fall leaves, wild rose hips, baked apples, barefoot in a mountain stream, rope candle, wooden ornaments and on and on. Thanks for the walk in the autumn woods and baked apples 🍎🐀
@ariana.billett Жыл бұрын
Love how energized you were in your chatty bit at the end 😊 So lovely to see you looking so happy and so full of life.
@VinnieJo Жыл бұрын
That meadow was absolutely breathtaking! I’d give anything to have that nearby to enjoy. I love nature and taking in the sounds and sights of it. That alone refreshes my soul. Thanks for bringing that to me on your videos! I hope your puppy is ok too! Be well!
@zianawind2970 10 ай бұрын
WoW. How I get energy when I’m tired… First image of video, Looks like a scene of Fairy tale Paradise… Audience, huh ok, I got it. The beauty of people that live in beautiful places is that they have a Mind to appreciate it, enrich it, do something with it and even share that magic with others.. Due this lady is blessed with a beautiful home but she makes the most out of it and shares it, that’s awesome
@maureenfitzgerald1895 Жыл бұрын
This was great! Truly appreciated your self reflective suggestions. I’m 63 with two jobs, lifelong creativity and a love of reading. But my energy after work has crept toward watching videos of other people doing creative things. I’m off to church, which I love then hopefully to rest with….a good book. As you said…transitions, change. Thanks, Paola
@heatherdye9879 Жыл бұрын
You’re blessed to live in such a beautiful place. I love the opening scene with the field of flowers.
@karenborden6032 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy when you take us along on your adventures be they inside your lovely cozy home or outside. You are such a joyful person that this energy just makes me want to tap into my creative side and that always makes me joyful. Happy Spring.
@randybackgammon890 6 ай бұрын
No big advice for anyone suffering fatigue but I've always found it quite easy to find the energy to do what I love.Its finding the energy for every other damnn thing that's always been a problem!✌️
@kayleeann8493 10 ай бұрын
I know we can find beauty no matter where we are, but man I want to live where you do cause I’m nowhere close to anything as majestic as those mountains and wildflower fields. It’s a truly magical view.
@cherrycain6425 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I struggle with my energy levels and beating myself up because I don’t feel like doing things that I want or need to do. Today was a good day. I got some things accomplished that I wanted to get done. I love watching your channel. You are very inspiring. Take care. Sending you lots of love and prayers. ❤️🙏🏻
@hopefulvibezz Жыл бұрын
thank you so much for such a beautiful video. this truly spoke to my soul. 💖 it’s been so difficult for me to have the energy and motivation to put my time and energy with my hobbies, going for walks and reaching goals. being burnt out all the time makes it feel impossible, and you helped remind me that nothing is impossible and i can create whatever i put my heart towards 💖 thank you so much for the inspiration and for sharing such wonderful, magical positivity. your videos truly heal me! i send happiness and love to you😊💐✨
@_the_little_mermaid_ Жыл бұрын
I’d love for you to make an editing tutorial explaining all the equipment and tools you use. You have such a magical way of portraying your videos. I’d love to capture my life the way you do. Please do consider sharing your video tips ❤❤❤
@Tonggg123 2 ай бұрын
I believe that respecting other people is crucial. When we show respect to others, we are more likely to receive respect in return. This principle is of paramount importance and should be upheld consistently. It holds significant value, especially when collaborating on various projects, as it fosters a positive and productive environment.
@ChristyBrown-kc1st Жыл бұрын
Wow! What a gorgeous landscape! No wonder you love it there. The flowers are so beautiful. I’ve never seen that many flowers in one place in real life. It looks like a fairytale. Bianca is adorable too! Sending prayers for your doggie. I laughed out loud when you said your cat was loving the chaos. I have four cats, but one who thrives in chaos as well. The pressed flower frames were lovely. My flowers never retained as much color as yours have. Thanks for the video, I enjoyed it!
@radhikabahl9271 Жыл бұрын
Your videos are so calming and helpful. So happy you read 50 books so far. Is there any chance you can make a video about all the books you read so far?🌸💕
@cbrashsorensen 9 ай бұрын
There are occasions when "social media" benefits me greatly and the KZfaq algorithm has sent me to this channel just a few days ago. Oh My! Not only am I in awe of your wisdom and the beauty of your videos but the community comments are so uplifting. What a lovely huge audience you have--the thoughtfulness, the desire for beauty and goodness, and the heartfelt generosity of the comments. Lovely. I have been to the Mazama Valley three times and rushed to find my "memory" photos so that I can join in your pleasure.
@shenandoah1322 Жыл бұрын
I just wanted to say that I love your videos. They are so beautiful and peaceful. I just LOVED the shots of you walking through the flowers and the stormy looking sky. I had a really rough 2 weeks at work, so I decided Saturday was going to be my mini holiday. I spent the whole day by the river. I followed a trail that goes by the river, and then loops around by a pretty little creek. It's a beautiful wetlands area. I walked about 2 hours, and found a secluded bench to sit on right in front of the creek, completely shaded by trees, and read my book. It was a perfect day. I love spending time out in nature, but don't do it often enough.
@tammyroyal7547 Жыл бұрын
My Mom always told me to have energy you have to make energy & that means moving around & doing stuff. Love your dried pressed art!! Hope your pup does ok. Take care sweet fairy 💚
@jillychandler Жыл бұрын
Your pressed dried flowers, in the glass and gold frames, are just beautiful. So exciting about your project on getting the tree house to turn into your bedroom! Your eyes light up when you talk about it. xxx
@judithstonier9872 Жыл бұрын
The countryside and flower meadows were simply stunning the kind here in Englad we usually only see in gardens but I have been enjoying the fields of buttercups and daisies around me . As an older person it saddens me to see young people rushing about and not taking time to enjoy the small things that can bring you such joy I love how you talk about the things that help you and try to help other people too. The pressed flower decorations were lovely something I haven't done for years but am now going to do again. Thank you xxx
@francescawollaston2227 Жыл бұрын
What a wonderful treat to wake up on this Sunday, in Canberra, Australia where I live, to your wise and soothing words ❤️….you are wise beyond your years. Love your flower art, and great job on the porch furniture xx
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