Hey pete, I’m a 14 year old boy and the start of my teenage years has been really hard. People at school tell me that I’m too short, the tv tells me I should be different and sometimes it got so hard that I decided not to talk to anyone and I stopped looking ant my phone and video games for a couple of weeks and I started to to realize that I didn’t need anyone else but God, you have inspired me so much, thank you for all your great content. (Also I want to be a farmer one day😄)

OMG, Pete. I knew that I liked you, but now I know why: you are a humble sage.

Pete, you have just passed on so much worthwhile knowledge, all I can say is, thank you. Hopefully, many people will benefit from your words.

I love watching your videos. I just started watching a month ago. I couldn't help but to share my real joy in Christ alone. If you don't know Christ as your Lord and Savior, I hope that one day you will. Your such a kind man full of wisdom. Thanks for sharing.

" The Good Lord gave us two eyes, two ears and one mouth...He wishes we used them in the proportion in which he gave them".

"No man is free who is not a master of himself" - Epictetus. Smart cookie.

Agreed. Living beneath your means is a positive. My parents did it their entire lives. They were a result of the depression. My siblings weren't spoiled by material things. Later on in life we still maintain those values. Thanks for posting Pete.

Pete I am a 57 year old man, I watched this and started crying. Still trying to figure out why. Thanks for sharing.

You would make a great person to give a High School Graduation Speech!!!

Thanks for the “PeteTalk”. Everyone who’s unhappy in their job should watch this. And we need more small, local, regenerative farms.

2ond heart attack at 50, I was disability pensioned off from the FD. I was bitter, anger, not ready to go. One night my wife pointed out that every time one of my 5 children called to help them, I could pack up what I was doing and be on the road. I thought about that for an hour. I relized that working with my hands wood working, and helping my Family was what I loved to do. Been doing it for 10 years now. Woodworking mixed with helping my Family......so relaxing. I really love it.......ashamed I wasted the other 2 years..........

“If your outgo exceeds your income Then your upkeep will be your downfall”

I found happiness when I started a relationship with Jesus. Knowing him is the only true happiness!

A gentleman and a scholar... I am so glad I found your channel. I love hearing the truth and not just listening to someone's self-serving opinions. Great advice :)

I'm 62 yrs old and I enjoy watching your channel and I like what your doing.

be not anxious for anything, sufficient unto the day is the trouble thereof, and trouble is always free, the 1 thing that doesnt cost anything...thanks for helping farmer Pete. 🚜

Agreed on all points! I quit watching the news in January this year and I'm happier than ever. I have more time for things I can control versus spending my time mad about things I can't control. P.s. I just bought your book. -Derek

Very wise words, I wished I heard them sooner. I’m retired now and too old to do the things I longed to.

Thank you Jesus for giving me peace & joy.

Accurate words Pete. 20 years ago, I was removed from my career of 25 years by office politics. Took me a number of years to realize that job would have put me in an early grave. To this day, I'm still haunted by that job's environment. I've been living in what many people around me call a bubble because of my disinterest in much of the world around me. In reality, I simply don't involve myself in things I cannot affect or change and pay attention to those things I can. 👍👍👍👍

Perfect timing. I’m on my last week of a job that I couldn’t take any longer. I’ve been there 14 years, and at my age (older than you), it was a tough choice. I’m starting a new job, which both scares me and excites me! I praying for peace, and the ability to do the very best job for them with a smile in my soul! Thanks for the video Pete!

Amen, all of the topics you spoke on are the lessons we are teaching are children!

Amen! My father in law is bogged in unhappiness watching the news and reciting: "This isn't the world I grew up in". We've been telling him - get off the news - talk to your neighbors - it's not that bad out there - everyone's not out to get you. But he keeps watching and says "...I wonder if peace has broken out yet?..." It never will watching the news.... Great advice - I passed this vid to him - hope he watches.

Again, Pete drops truth bombs on Sundays. Wisdom from our predecessors is invaluable. MOST UNDERRATED WORTHWHILE FARM CHANNEL ON KZfaq. Deserving of 500K views. A no nonsense/BS approach to farming and life! This is where is at! Thank you.

So many folks need to hear this! I too left a job I didn’t like (love what my vocation is but didn’t like where I did it - politics and bureaucracy) and started my own business at 50. Everyone said I was crazy to leave the security I had. Thirteen years later I have a thriving business and a thriving farm. Like you Pete, I work from sun up to sundown and love every minute of it. I too turned off the TV, social media, and internet news. Never been happier. Plus, I have refocused on my faith!

This is one HELL of a talk. Me personally I had to quit fighting god and being king emperor of turd island. Once I started listening to him I’ve prospered and everything is working.

GM Pete ☕️. New to your videos & I have to say it is so nice to hear someone who thinks like me. Of course I’m 73 so have had time to get to where you are today 😊. The inner peace can only be felt when you leave some things Out of your life and not let people or social media of any kind disrupt that. Have a wonderful day 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

Wise words from Pete. Advertising is everywhere, where it controls your mindset. "I need a new tractor, I need a new truck, I need a new farm, I need a new .......".

We were using a charcoal grill for smoking as well. Works just as good without wasting money on fancy equipment.

Good afternoon Pete, there is alot of buckshot in your video today. Your wife being your best and loyal friend is absolutely essential. That leads to being able to live below your means let alone within your means. Thanks for a great Sunday video. Have a happy week.

I know exactly what you mean. I completely stopped watching the news, canceled the paper, and closed all social media sites. I feel so much better and free.

So many words of wisdom. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💯💯💯💯

Pete, the very moment you said, "advertising" YT plopped in a agriculture ad/commercial! Hilarious!! 😃 😃 😃

I have been binge watching your videos since discovering your channel. I have a lot of appreciation for what you do and the humble advice you give. Thank You!

My husband and I have not watched TV for 5 yrs. Don't miss it. Just found your channel love it.

Sage advice about finding happiness. I am 51 years old and also do not use Facebook or Twitter. I currently walk a Canada Post route for four hours everyday in the middle of suburbia. I don’t wear headphones like most other carriers. I just like my thoughts and a casual short conversation with some of my regulars. Talking to good people can brighten your day. It also helps talking to others so I don’t talk my husband to death when I get home. Happiness can be found in so many places. At home I enjoy my three free roaming bunnies, gardening, my flower beds etc…Next spring I am expanding my vegetable gardening. Do what makes you happy.

We are watching this video as a family tonight with my children. Every Sunday we have what we call “family night”. We talk, sing, share spiritual messages/scriptures, and just be together. This is the message tonight. Thank you for being part of our family. Bret

Who would've thought? Short ribs and zen wisdom! Thanks for sharing Pete.

Amen Pete. Live below your means, save and pay off debt…this gives you choices. I’m 57 and this video really resonates me. I had a successful business for 30 yrs but hated it. Sold it and never looked back.

I'm in my sixties, so I'm 12 years ahead of you Pete.. I jumped ship years ago, and got out of the rat race. gave up reading "news papers" 40 years ago.. avoiding the telly in our house, is virtually impossible, but I only only watch the news, IF there a genuine crisis in the world type of thing, and only for a limited time.. before buying anything, do I need it, can I get by without it. Life is much simpler this way 😊😊😊👌👌

My secret to happiness is pete and his jokes

Old expression: If you love what you do, you'll never "work" a day in your life....

I could not agree with you more. You found happiness in what you are doing with a CONTENTED HEART WITH THE CHERISHED SUPPORT OF YOUR WIFE. If she did not support you ,you would not have been happier. So do everything that makes her happy too. You have a great team

I'm at the cross roads now. I have taken care of everyone else witch has left me just about broke. As soon as fall comes I'm gonna move onto my property and build my own tiny home,Lord willing and the creek don't rise. 🙏😊

"I tuned out." Yessir! Ten years. No tv or radio in our home. No (anti)social media, except YT. Living below your means is very important. Otherwise, one is the slave to the creditors. Yes, a slave. Edit: PS, your summary in the show notes are spot on. Congratulations sir...and to your loving wife and True Friend, as well.

I live in a 1973 mobile home on a 3 acre lot that’s been paid for years ago. I drive a 2004 jeep. I do have a pretty good job that I love. I love the life I’ve made for myself. So I guess I’m living below my means. And I haven’t watched tv for years.

You couldn’t say it better. We allow TV, society to say who we should be or want. Money does not bring happiness. Love, family and God brings me happiness. thanks for your great content and great example for so many. God bless you and your family, 🇨🇦

Your videos are better than a year's supply of Prozac!!! I left life as a major CFO a few years ago to drive for rideshare companies. No email, no stress, no imbalance. My ego took a while to catch up with my choice, but my debts are almost gone and my biggest problem is road conditions. My sense of blessings has soared.

Your philosophy for life sounds like listening to my husband and I talk. We really enjoy your videos! Thank you for sharing your thoughts today!

Pete, I have to say this is the first time I've ever been disappointed in one of your videos. Sad. I can't believe you didn't let us see the finished product off of that grill.

Such a sound concept. Positive people roll with the punches, it rains on the just and the unjust. It’s all about what we do with the rain of life. God bless y’all. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

Pete, I'm now going on 66-yrs. old, and retired 3 1/2 yrs. ago from a very demanding Network Engineer / Sr. Systems Administrator role at a fortune 100 co. For nearly 2-years I wondered around lost, void of my identity and that which I prided myself in and which others recognized me for, but I found out that it wasn't really lacking an occupation that bothered me most, it was not doing anything to benefit others than myself! Your wisdom spoke to me in these last few messages you shared {starting with the day you almost died..}, and now I'm trying to find the place of service where I can help the most. Not there yet, but still working on it! Thanks for what you do brother!

I truly need to take my life into my own hand and finally find happiness. I needed this video

Excellent. Thank you

I totally agree with you Stay away from TV Social Media, etc. You will sleep better at night not having to worry about whats going on .Just take care of ourselves and be Happy

Mr. Larson... I couldn't agree more! It seems you've learned there's two sides of this life... the natural and the Spiritual. Which ever one you feed is the one that grows!

Pete you have helped me in so many ways, I can’t thank you enough

Another great video Pete. I have a few people that need to take this advice. Enjoy the ribs!

As I contemplate retirement I find this nugget. Thanks Pete, you helped me a bunch. Have a wonderful day.

That is one smart man!! I am 75 and what he says is so true!

I needed to hear something like this, thank you!

When I lived with my dad on his farm, I absolutely hated the work. These days, I miss the farm. I wish I could go back or at least had the opportunity to be able to help someone on their farm but that wasn't for me I guess. At least the lessons I learned from my dad on the farm have stuck with me.

What a great message for everyone. My husband and I married having talked about everything while engaged. Plans for a family, including that I would stay home raising the kids. How to spend below our needs which always help us to save a bit every paycheck. Life is good now that we are retired. Kids got to go to college, and we continued to save a bit still. No major financial concerns. Who would have guessed we could come this far on a one income household most of the 45 years being married. Be well, Peter & Hillary.

Hi. I retired twice and since I left the highly competitive jobs, I like to do things for my friends and neighbors who need help. Helping others makes my life more complete. You are on the right track.

Such sage advice, Pete. I had to leave teaching 4 years ago due to blind/low vision issues. I wish I could say that I’ve bucked up and figured out how to be happy, but have only been in a holding pattern. My husband is retiring at the end of this school year, and you’ve given us a lot to think about regarding our future plans. So nice to see someone following their internal compass and finding their true north. I’m trust that we can do the same.

Pete has it figured out. Humility, Kindness.

I am glad you found your happiness. Thank you for showing me the right way.

Wiser words have not been spoken especially here on KZfaq. Again, thank you Pete for the great perspective.

The other secret to happiness is bacon

I’m 18 and I started my farm 2 years ago at the age of 16… many people speak bout these parents spoiling their children with materials (ie money, clothes, phones, etc..) I can gladly say I was not spoiled like many of my peers around my town think I am… I have worked my tail off starting at age 15, I started working in a chicken farm ($10 a hour), I work there to this day, and I save every penny I have to make sure my livestock is cared for and my parents have to worry bout nothing… the very ignorant people of my town and county have caused me a great deal of unhappiness because people take my hard work, my livestock and my nice vehicle (which I paid for myself) and effort and time and they misconstrue it to “his parents spoil him”… I for one, would like to say that I was not spoiled by my parents, I have worked my tail off for 3 years, I now have 8 head of cattle, 7 goats, 3 ducks, 28 chickens, 2 pigs and 3 donkeys and a very nice truck… it’s not bout the money, it’s what makes me happy, and bacon and beef makes me happpyyyyy

Well said Pete, lots of good advice in this video. Me personally, I listen to Christian music. Positive messages in music. Faith goes a long ways with me. God is in control of all our journeys in life. Thanks for sharing, Iowa cares.

I totally agree Pete! Social media and the media are horrible for one's health. I avoid a lot of it and have to take breaks frequently. Each of us is responsible for our own happiness and health, relying on others is a recipe for bad health and dissapointment.

Thanks Pete . I to have stopped watching tv now for the last 2 years and agree with you completely

amen ~ have never seen a Hearse ... with a U-Haul trailing behind .. .

A farmer's wisdom - Unhappy and agitated and don't know why? - Your advice will certainly help. Incredible how much we can accomplish when our minds are clear of the unimportant and things that trigger insecurity and fear. I particularly agree with being able to discover and regain control of yourself. Seriously good advice. Thanks Pete

Just by deciding to not compare yourself with others and forgiving the people that harmed you and forgetting the past is the best thing you can do to yourself, even if others want to compare, not forget and be stuck in the past..

As a young person, I needed to hear this. Thnx

I wish I had an uncle like you. You a wise person and have built an amazing family, that has more worth than anything status or a job could bring.

can't understate the power of this message. We have become weak and regaining our strength is more satisfying than wealth and excess.

Thanks Pete. My philosophy for my family and friends has always been "Live within your means". Yours is possibly better. Lord bless.

What conviction! Great story Pete.

Pete, I’ve watched this one twice. Great presentation. I’ve often mused at the irony that it seems so difficult to live simply.

Theodore Roosevelt - Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.

What an asset you are in your community. By being happy and doing what you want is the key to success. Blessings to you and your family

Pearls of wisdom to live by-----but on top of all of that, I want to know how the short ribs turned out, lol!

He’s right I disconnected a little over a year ago and it helped a-lot im much happier and productive now. And ill defiantly be doing the rib smoking trick.

You are so right tuning out and look at the positive in yourself you're so right Mrs Martin

Pete it Seems to me that your Spirit is winning over your Soul , Thanks for Sharing

Thank you for sharing this!!! Makes so much sense and something everyone should watch

Awsome advice Pete!

Good for you Pete. I’m glad that you fulfilled your dream. You are so much better off on the farm.

This resonates so much with me. If you asked me 4 years ago if I could see myself as a farmer... I would have laughed in your face But here I am with 40 plus goats, 200 + chickens, 20+ ducks, raising and processing my own meat chicken and turkeys for meat and so much more. I've had a career for the last 30 years in the transportation industry, and have always been in pursuit of more. Farm life gives me everything. I love your channel.

Pete: The modern day Andy Rooney. I mean that as a compliment.

This was by far the best video you have produced!!!!! I learned alot, actually I knew this stuff just being able to make this move is what we did........we still work our jobs and run our little farm, but taking the leap and quitting our job doesn't seem that far away....thanks again.......

Yep, been there, done that, Went from a manager in a somewhat high pressure job to becoming a luthier, build violins and bows. Retired at 53 and am now 78. Loved my career job but my "hobby job" is fantastic.

Pete the Lord never gives you more than you can handle Put youre trust in Him and all else will fall in place God Bless Paul in NH

One of your best videos Pete. I felt like you're speaking directly to me. I'm on a 5 year plan to do exactly what you did... move to a simpler life and one I'm happier with. Thank you so much for this video.

Hey I love the videos and learn a lot from you

I found this channel today as I too am going through a massive change from an executive to an artist. SImplier, peaceful, less stress. I love smoking foods, we've gotten a rule now in the house - anything new comes in 10 things must go.

Thank you my friend I'll enjoy my Sunday