the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world

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11 ай бұрын

the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world
Obviously monotasking isn’t a completely lost art in our modern world - many of us do single tasks throughout the day - but it is easier than ever to feed an ever growing craving for multi-tasking and efficiency, and this isn’t a bad thing at all! I only want to share a simple way I destress and unwind when I need it, and it is as simple as mindfully doing one thing at a time, breaking activities into simple steps that seem more doable than taking on the day as whole and overloading myself. Perhaps I’m not as productive sometimes, maybe by some standards I am wasting time, but it feeds my soul in a way that is hard to expain, as if this focused, methodical pace is what I needed all along.
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@TheCottageFairy 11 ай бұрын

There is nothing wrong with doing many things at a time or speeding through tasks, I myself do that often - I only want to share a simple way I destress and unwind when I need it, and it is as simple as mindfully doing one thing at a time, breaking activities into simple steps that seem more doable than taking on the day as whole and overloading myself. Perhaps I’m not as productive sometimes, maybe by some standards I am wasting time, but it feeds my soul in a way that is hard to expain, as if this focused, methodical pace is what I needed all along. I notice if I go day after day always seeking entertainment it can make me struggle to focus and unwind, but maybe that doesn’t apply to you! I don’t know, I just like to find what works for me and might provoke some thoughts ❤ sending much love

@simplebigskyliving9482 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your video and vulnerability. I have been seeing a wonderful therapist for over a year now for my PTSD. A symptom of my PTSD is over tasking myself into exhaustion so I don't have to think about my trauma. I now have skills to process my trauma and not run from it. It's a gift to be able to sit quietly and enjoy something for me. Yesterday, I sat on the soft grass with the cold sprinkler on me playing/digging in soft mud, making a spot for some brick edging in my flower bed. It didn't feel like work. I felt alive and happy enjoying the experience. Just the mud, the water, the bricks, the sun, and my digging tool. I wish that kind of peace and happiness for everyone who watches your beautiful channel. 😊

@vijaymanohar829 11 ай бұрын

❤ from India, loved you video, it's peaceful.

@carmencrozier5215 11 ай бұрын

This topic is exactly what I am trying to work on these days. One side effect from always distracting myself while working (phone, music) or watching a movie while cooking etc is that I have a harder time remembering things. Thank you so much for these words of encouragement that by a weird serendipity kind of phenomenon resonate so much right now. Sending love from Switzerland 🧡

@carolwilmot2546 11 ай бұрын

Paola reminds me of a young Tasha Tudor😊

@naominagata1127 11 ай бұрын

@battousai9795 11 ай бұрын

Oh wow, I never really noticed that there are no ads in the middle of the video. I knew that watching this channel felt different, but I thought that it was because of the lovely content. It really makes a world of difference having no ads interrupting the content, I love it so much.

@olamiposiadeola7840 10 ай бұрын

I'm grateful there was no ad,I hate ads popping out of nowhere .

@vikkigrenier2978 11 ай бұрын

This hit home today... I just lost my husband of many many yrs. And I'm now learning to be alone in the world we created together... there have been very difficult days and not sure why I'm left here and what my purpose is .. but I'm sure I will be discovering some of those reasons in the near future.. trying to stay busy with gardening and painting.. journaling my thoughts and taking each day at a time.. I find your videos inspiring and helpful.. thank you .. bless you and your journey...

@sherrimartin1057 11 ай бұрын

Prayers for you Vikki, for comfort and peace ❤

@minervabird1967 11 ай бұрын

I’m sorry for your loss and wish you peace

@paulinebrus7580 11 ай бұрын

So sad to hear that. My heart goes out to you

@user-kd6lb3kc9j 11 ай бұрын

I enjoy your video every time you upload. this summer it,s terribly hot here in Japan, Weed is growing too fast. Erasing weed is like my working out. good exercise. Weed erasing and sup paddling in the sea are my routine.

@jenniferb.7250 11 ай бұрын

Vikki, I’m so sorry for the loss of your husband. Praying for comfort during this time and sending you big hugs!

@kirstynalmeida7761 11 ай бұрын

To confront silence is to confront yourself. Monotasking invites silence, which is why many are afraid of it, they are simply afraid of the truth of themselves. A valuable lesson for every human to learn from

@esterhudson5104 11 ай бұрын

Spot on.😌

@Danique-de-Graaf 11 ай бұрын

Yes this

@d.j.dragonfly3396 11 ай бұрын

I spent the summer painting my fence, one to three panels at a time. No phone or radio, just painting and listening to birds, and sounds of cars in the background. It was therapeutic and my sister said I looked content. I felt good too.

@xinnoondaily 10 ай бұрын

I Love this! We did something similar where we live out. This video actually gave us inspiration and hope that we can still become successful, thanks so much for this video.

@sharongibson7523 11 ай бұрын

Wise words. I am a professional gardener, an overgrown garden is very overwhelming but if you concentrate on one area at a time to sort out its surprising how you can tame it. I use this process with any challenge.

@karenstairs8273 11 ай бұрын

Very good advice

@Madeliefschram 10 ай бұрын

I love this metaphor, thank you!

@debra5483 11 ай бұрын

My daughter and great grandson moved out of my home and at the age of 68 I find myself all alone for the first time in my life. I no longer have TV so my phone is my only source of noise. I'm learning to accept the silence and doing more craft projects. Thanks for sharing your experience of living a slower life. Hugs and blessings from Montana

@jenann0350 11 ай бұрын

That silence is so over whelming at first, feel lost. I am struggling with this stage keep feeling the need to fill the space x good too here you come to terms with loving the peace

@jonap5740 11 ай бұрын

Sometimes it's ok to need a friend in the form of perhaps the radio when you are alone. You don't have to go from noise and company to nothing.

@deewise552 11 ай бұрын

As a lifelong introvert, mono tasking is a blessing. Whether it’s art, reading or railroad modeling, I become lost for hours.

@locolorenzo 11 ай бұрын

It is so reassuring to hear that there is someone else here who ticks off all the same boxes: introvert, art, reading, RR, lost for hours!😊💙🙏 🚂Lawrence

@scottfw7169 11 ай бұрын

Art, reading, writing, model railroading, model building in general, yes! _"Wait a minute, there's no way I sat down here that long ago!"_ 😁

@Georgi343 10 ай бұрын

Same here I’m an introvert too I love feeling alone and lost in silence in my garden 🪴❤😊

@matt_lvl1351 11 ай бұрын

I was inspired recently by Thich Nhat Hahn to try and eat just one meal (breakfast) in silence with no phone or anything playing. Just me and the food - appreciating it and where it came from. It feels really unnatural, but then after a while it feels right. It’s only ten minutes. When I worked in the corporate world, a lot of people bragged about their ability to multi-task, and while it can be useful at times, it’s often very stressful and leads to mistakes. I also find I’m most productive doing one thing at a time with all my focus.

@melnatalks 11 ай бұрын

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. My anxiety has been through the roof and I realised I haven’t been present in my body at all. I’m going to give monotasking a go.

@elainegallagher2949 11 ай бұрын

I totally understand I was there with anxiety, doing too much & not being present. I'm a few months monotasking & my mental health is slowly recovering. I was in such a bad way. I feel so different & alot happier ❤

@CRG_ 11 ай бұрын

YES. I love this. I rarely watch tv. But the last few weeks I’ve found SO much pleasure of, when I do, JUST watching tv. No phone, no chores. Felt like watching tv as a child. Let alone the benefits of monotasking actual tasks.

@theMermaidRhonda 11 ай бұрын

As someone who grew up before social media and cellphones, I find it pretty easy to monotask. It depends on what I'm doing, but I can easily go all day without looking at my phone or computer. When I was in high school and just after, I could read for hours and get so lost in a book that the world around me would disappear. I've recently been getting back into reading and it's been wonderful to get lost in a book again. I also crochet a LOT, but I tend to watch videos like this one while I'm crocheting..;) When it's not insanely hot outside I like to sit out in the back yard and work on my crocheting or art. Every weekend I do my best to stay off social media. It's much better for my mental health and I realize that I'm much happier. I don't need to know what everyone else is doing.

@jukes243 11 ай бұрын

I'm easily overwhelmed so dividing tasks is what works for me. One day I will clean the toilets. Next day, the sinks. Next day, the floors. This has made a tremendous difference in my life. I'm more relaxed and have more time to enjoy the things I love.

@elainegallagher2949 11 ай бұрын

I totally understand where you are coming from I too feel overwhelmed & not myself when there is too much going on. I totally hear you ❤

@kathleenrodgers6024 11 ай бұрын

I need to try this.....I can get so overwhelmed with tasks...my mind feels like exploding ! Thanks for sharing x

@patprettyman2273 11 ай бұрын

No matter what scary things in the world is doing, I am creating our Handmade Homestead to be enchanting. For me it's creating a food forest, and preparing my larder to be full. Pat from the Oregon Coast. Fairy wishes

@karencook3808 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, this is something to seriously consider with our hectic, over busy lives! So often I have felt guilty that I've not accomplished enough in any given day, and yet, when I have accomplished much, has it made me a better person? More patient, kind, understanding of others? Absolutely not! Usually the opposite, due to the stress! Thanks for the wake-up Paola!

@SeaTurtle515 11 ай бұрын

About 10-12 years ago I decided to not listen to the radio in the car. I was addicted to it! I’m glad I did. I never even think about it. It’s so calming.

@travelinglovebugs7 11 ай бұрын

I can’t even tell you who sings what…..

@travelinglovebugs7 11 ай бұрын

I can’t clean up in the kitchen with my ipad and something like a movie or you tube. It is boring and I never thought about decluttering my mind. When my husband I do road trips, he likes silence. I have my ipad Ofcourse but I notice I see more stuff we pass without the music on

@zvezdoblyat 10 ай бұрын

As a kid, I always enjoyed riding in the back seat of a car, not speaking to anyone, and watching the world go by. Rarely, there was no music, and once in a blue moon there was complete silence in the car, just long stretches of road, pretty trees in passing, and the tune of the wheels rolling against the asphalt.

@judithgrace8359 10 ай бұрын

I only listen to classical music …have discovered several composers I didn’t know. Now I look forward to that time in the car.

@secretagent86 10 ай бұрын

I very very seldom listen to radio. Tv is not connected either. Just use ipad or phone. Can,t stand seeing people cycle or even walk with earbuds. Especially biking that is dangerous

@nerd26373 11 ай бұрын

Monotasking lets you take a deep breath from the chaotic world we've all grown used to dealing with. Even I as an introvert need some time alone to wallow in my innermost thoughts and try to battle all the demons I'm forced to come to terms with regularly.

@debbiewilder4738 11 ай бұрын

So go from the chaotic world outside to the chaotic world in your mind, LOL. I do it all the time. Im look for fun outlet now.

@heraddledbrain 11 ай бұрын

I really appreciate the ad-free environment here! You practice what you preach and your integrity is a breath of fresh air. Thank you. ❤️

@mollydumas759 11 ай бұрын

Your ice-cream marker sent me back in years!! My mother made delicious icecream with this machine.😋I think we women have thé knack of multitasking especially as a parent,but getting older we get wiser and enjoy slowing down doing things much slower and mindfully.

@cherika1000 11 ай бұрын

Ah, this channel is a precious breath of fresh air for me, thank you for providing that so needed simplicity today and actually always....be blessed, be yourself, just Be ❤

@cherika1000 11 ай бұрын

PS: I love imagining and being a fairy, it's my most valuable magic hobby..😊 ❤

@esterhudson5104 11 ай бұрын

It can be remarkable how much you get done when you slow down and pay attention to the task at hand.

@catholicpeaces6257 11 ай бұрын

Modern structures of cities, higher level education and expectations, digital life has taken away from soothing our souls and people creating warm homes instead of flavour of the month styles, growing our food, crafting and building and helping neighbours. I grew up in a small prairie town in Canada where most had vegetable gardens, helped out neighbours building small back yard patios, sheds, fences, shared garden produce and baked goods. So normal then and now that I am in the city I long for the quiet and neighbourly days. So much is amiss but we have to reclaim our connection to simple and useful ways as our little Cottage Fairy shows us weekly🧚

@edwardgiogi 11 ай бұрын

I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for the moments of peace you choose to impart into our lives. What you bring to the community is so important, especially in this day and age.

@royhampton3 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful images of wildflowers, and I love the monotasking theme. There's a unique and intense feeling of satisfaction when focusing on one task intensely, without having attention pulled away by other things. I also loved your statement that while we wouldn't want to live in or return to the past, sometimes we can learn things by thinking about how life was lived before there were so many distractions. Beautiful video with a wise and insightful message.

@peggymurphy6747 11 ай бұрын

Yes, your channel is certainly a safe haven. What a wonderful message you shared with us today based on your experience, strength and hope. Thank you for being you.

@leosearle 11 ай бұрын

This is the wise application of a principle I learned from my spiritual mentor, Lester Levenson: "Do what you are doing when you are doing it; and don't do what you are not doing when you are not doing it!" Works a treat for de-stressing 21st Century brains ... 😂

@DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT 11 ай бұрын

Paola, you are a precious jewel and an uplifting presence on KZfaq. Thank you for all you do and your delightful KZfaq content.

@kaitlinmeadows6273 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for reminding me it’s not necessary to juggle a zillion balls in the air while racing furiously through life. And thank you not hyping sponsors or jarring ads spoiling the gentle flow of your stories. Yours is a haven of peace!

@catherine4958 11 ай бұрын

This really speaks to me. Thanks for a reminder to be present and to enjoy our lives.

@Ray4rafia 11 ай бұрын

Being a Botanist I can watch your wild videos for hours❤

@wandashaw3551 11 ай бұрын

MONOTASKING AND MINDFULNESS! At 63 years, these are my new mantra. Thank you, so very much for this video. 🥰

@Deba7777 11 ай бұрын

In my imagination, I am walking out in that gorgeous field of flowers & absolutely in heaven! Thank you, God bless you!

@saijagreatworks3298 11 ай бұрын

Your way of living is really inspiring! Thank you for this peaceful contribution

@sitresjolie2343 11 ай бұрын

I could not agree more! When we concentrate on one thing, we can devote ourselves and our talents to the activity, which brings us both pleasure and success. I have ADHD, so slowing down to concentrate is a challenge.

@lenjaminjosh7269 11 ай бұрын

Hello there 👋. Watching your video's truly makes me week. Its my peaceful fix and inspires me to take life slowly, and focusing on doing the things that makes me happy. Thank you being such a wonderful kindred soul whose light shines forth in these often 'dark' times we live today. I'm reminded that I don't have to be a carbon copy of someone else or to live my life as society often prescribes. But that I can be happy and free, living with that joyful and whimsical childlike nature embarking on my own adventures and dreaming inside my head. Have a beautiful day 😊 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

@elainegallagher2949 11 ай бұрын

I totally agree and so well said. Your comment will be my mantra, bless you ❤

@lenjaminjosh7269 11 ай бұрын

@@elainegallagher2949 thank you so much 💛💛💛

@rebeccacabage 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for bringing light to this...I think we all need to slow down and appreciate what we are doing and allow ourselves to give full attention

@marymanju4757 10 ай бұрын

we need more of you to inspire the world, to slow down and create beauty in your daily life.

@healthynut239 15 сағат бұрын

That is so true. I didn’t even notice that your videos were never interrupted… Thank you thank you thank you for this Cuz your videos are very relaxing and your videos are very peaceful and inspiring and thought-provoking and very edifying to the soul so thank you for allowing that and making them… And not having that interruption there

@wldhearth 11 ай бұрын

I reserve multi-tasking for the time I am at work. When outside that environment, I find myself mono-tasking, especially in recent years. I do not enjoy the day as much when I am in a distracted, go-go mindset. So, I find the peace of mono-tasking very meditative and intuitive. Thank you for sharing!

@leonieduncan4288 11 ай бұрын

Hi Paola, greetings from South Africa! I've been a longtime subscriber but never commented yet. Just wanted to say that this was *exactly* what I needed to be reminded of today. Thank you! 😊 Please keep up your wonderful videos!

@lizbotha3782 11 ай бұрын

I find that monotasking prevents me from becoming overwhelmed. When I'm overwhelmed I get less done because I can't decide what to start with so I just don't start anything. When there's multiple tasks that needs to be done it's far better for me to prioritize them, complete them one at a time and I make far better progress. I prefer quiet while doing my tasks, noise makes me distracted and edgy, so no TV or music in the background for me. The beauty of life is that we're all different and one size doesn't fit all, so find what works for you 🙏

@elizabethanne8729 11 ай бұрын

I love to mono task. Combing the beach for seaglass, weeding my garden. I love being alone with my thoughts.

@lauriedunn6198 11 ай бұрын

Always peaceful time watching your videos! Food for thought

@lifeisagift.cherisheverymoment 11 ай бұрын

Living life deliberately, mindfully, and purposefully, as a meditation, with peace and love. Thank you.

@eiryamorlais4978 11 ай бұрын

A significant reason I seek out your videos (as well as the insights/aesthetics/beautiful plant and animal life/healthful food/more) - the slower pace and sense of tranquility in these. Not only can it be so difficult to depart from fast-paced multi-tasking per our own minds given relentless conditioning regarding such - the 'world,' overall, has come to demand it of us. The dominant human sector, current technology, "relentless push forward" - absolutely, demand it. Way beyond time...to assert "no more."

@patriciacinea3097 11 ай бұрын

To see the mountains behind the fields of flowers is breathtaking! I can monotask just by simply watching your videos!

@michellemartin5116 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the moment of peace. 😊

@Jaisee14 11 ай бұрын

I would give anything to live a quiet simple life away from all the noise, uncertanities and chaos. My entire married life has been a constant life of being controlled, verbally and emotionally abused and yes sometimes physical. However watching your video's gives me a break from my life if for a short time. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us. You're a beautiful soul. God Bless.

@twilightchic5207 11 ай бұрын

I love to watch you, you calm me down a lot, I am bipolar and cry a lot as well, I am medicated but still have my ups and downs, thank you for all your videos 🥰🥰

@corinnegrima3096 11 ай бұрын

This video resonated so much with me. I am a HSP too, prone to anxiety which got worse with my second kid. I live in an environment where production is valued more than peace of mind, so I had to overcome PPD, excessive anxiety, lack of self-worth and constant multitasking in the last year. I am still struggling with mono-tasking but sometimes I stop myself subconciously. Deep breathing helps, especially since I stuggle to fall asleep (and am bothered with frustrating and stressful dreams when I do). But I won't give up. I have come so far and I won't certainly stop now. Thank you, once again, for reasserting how human we are and how this thing is more common than one might expect. Makes us take comfort that we are not going through this struggle alone. ❤❤

@mortonvrose 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely. Nothing more precious than enjoying the present moment to the fullest and bathing in it's beauty ❤

@nganthoilimboo1212 10 ай бұрын

You have created a peaceful haven for us too.Much love to all the enchanted magical people out there.

@anner4022 9 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you, I think monotasking is crucial to get back to us and the sense of our time ! Thank you for not putting commercials in your videos. They stay so pure and perfect this way.

@rhondabeaman1 11 ай бұрын

You did, in fact, bring me a much needed moment of peace❤. Thank you. I will carry it with me. Sometimes when you hold the flower petals in your hands and stroke them with your thumb, I think of a mother stroking the upturned face of her child ❤.

@jacquelinev963 11 ай бұрын

I'm a sahm and have 2 little one's running around and it can be challenging to find some calm in the day with being so busy. I realized after watching your video that I am not helping myself by multitasking and having my phone and the TV playing constantly and trying to rush to get everything done. The past couple of days I have slowed down and tried to do one thing at a time, when I can. I have been feeling so much more peaceful since applying this and learning to enjoy the quiet simple moments more. Thank you for this video! ❤

@alisatoraman 11 ай бұрын

You are so right Paola! Doing one thing at a time helps to focus our attention and to be mindful. It helps to reduce stress related conditions ❤ Thanks for sharing. I enjoy pretty much to watch your videos.

@normamimosa5991 11 ай бұрын

Wow! That's a ton of sugar! As I dig into a jumbo cheese croissant - LOL! You are right about mono-tasking. There is actually no such thing as multitasking, as job ads call for "multitasking." Our brains can only focus on one thing at a time. So multitasking is actually nothing but switch-tasking, resulting on lack of focus, frenzy, and poor results. Your photography and creations are beautiful, the plethora of wildflowers and your garden flowers and plants, heaven.

@debby891 11 ай бұрын

I love this! I’m always a multitasker, list maker and hate it and truly believe it affects our mental health. Thanks to your positive words and inspiration, today I will learn to start monotasking, love this❤

@elainegallagher2949 11 ай бұрын

I was in a really bad way mentally, I suffered with anxiety & mild depression & I felt I didn't know who I was anymore. I'm a few months now with reduced technology, no distractions & taking one task at a time & I'm in a happy place & feeling better about myself. Take care ❤

@debby891 11 ай бұрын

@@elainegallagher2949 that’s how I’ve been and so tired of it. I’m 64, raised my kids while working two jobs then my grandkids and have been caring for my 85 year old mom with Alzheimer’s for 5+ years. I love all of them but hav3 never been so physically, emotionally and emotionally exhausted in my life. I just want peace, solitude and to enjoy the life I deserve too

@emwiley5137 10 ай бұрын

All the flowers! I want to create a dream land like this. The world needs more flowers.

@jc3teacher265 11 ай бұрын

Great topic. As a teacher and parent, I see the kids a lot less focused than when I started teaching back in 96.

@johnstevens6865 10 ай бұрын

Moments of peace! That's exactly what you bring to my day! Thank you for being you!

@57waterlily 11 ай бұрын

This video was such a basic video, but very powerful. I don't think enough people focus on monotasking at all. You make excellent points. Thank you Paola.

@jeffreysmith7274 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for being such a source of peace and inspiration in this chaotic world. PAX

@Don-ih4st 11 ай бұрын

Your videos are so special. Forgive me for being so forward, but I think you are such a beautiful person.

@graceverssen5651 11 ай бұрын

Hi Paola, thanks so much for your perspective on this video, and for this haven of peace. Blessings from India 🙏💙🙏

@CadeCYC 11 ай бұрын

We truly can just engage with one thing at a time. Even when we think we are “multi-tasking”, we are still doing one thing at a time, just “task-switching”. The issue with task switching is not juggling it, but mental reaching beyond presence to the next thing to do, hence the hurried, stress energy instead of focused, resonating energy. Keeping a slow awareness within is key - whether mono-tasking or switching between many tasks.

@teresadofredo9908 11 ай бұрын

That fireweed is always so beautiful. I am in Sammamish and it can be just as prolific here. Fun fact, that was the first thing to start growing again after Mt St Helen's erupted, thanks to our friends the birds!!!

@cindy7702 11 ай бұрын

I too am a multitasker but when I slow down and just enjoy one thing at a time, I learn something new.. thanks for the reminder..

@videe8883 10 ай бұрын

Hi I am so glad I found this space in youtube. I am a person who is always anxious and hopefully working on creating peace with myself, I think this is something I have left behind with my childhood After going through the worst paces in my life my mental health has been so bad I couldn't even remember who I once was. I feel like I have to recreate new self for me. so yeah Thank you for this massage and the positivity you are sharing 💛This feels like something I have to regain and you gave me the courage.

@irmabronder 11 ай бұрын

Thanks sweetheart, to help to better the world by giving the right example. ❤

@baileyjones7570 11 ай бұрын

I monotask with most things i do nowadays: I walk everywhere instead of biking to get there faster and don't need to listen to music while I'm walking because I can focus completely on my surroundings, and that has become (through practice) interesting and entertaining enough; I don't watch videos or movies while I'm eating my meals, because I just want to enjoy my food; I try to be present for every conversation I have and not be distracted by more interesting things; it helps me write for long, uninterrupted streaks; etc. It's a conscious choice, but also something I tend towards naturally because I find that my mind is a lot clearer, and I can focus and understand difficult concepts to a depth I can't get to when I'm constantly distracted by other tasks. It allows me to think more deeply and be okay with myself, since I'm only accepting influence from things I choose to be influenced by, instead of having to constantly be entertained by whatever looks attractive in the moment. I'm also an anxious person, and experienced a series of panic attacks recently, so intentionally monotasking has really helped me slow down and realize I don't need to do everything with so much urgency---your own life moves at your own pace, if you let it. Sorry this is so long, Paola seems to come out with something I've been thinking about in particular every week.

@yomnanano8955 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Paola for your lovely content. You always make me happier and more relaxed❤❤❤

@mrsgeorgeezra5917 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for posting! I find these videos very nourishing to the soul God Bless You 😊

@lilcricket4379 11 ай бұрын

Paola, you are Such a dear soul and precious woman. Igor is sweet and a real lucky dog. ..as I sit and mend my wore clothing in serenity 🦋🌹🌼 I made blackberry dumplings yesterday and cleaned Geggy, my bunny's enclosure. Breakfast will be dumplings & vanilla ice cream. 💌✨🌻🏵️

@kathykapsner3897 11 ай бұрын

I am running a very similar temperament in an older generation. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

@mariascreativemoments4439 11 ай бұрын

Always enjoy your videos. Had to giggle a little as I was watching this and crocheting…but I have often felt a strong desire to detach from my phone. To focus more on being creative. Thank for all you do….hugs…

@TheCottageFairy 11 ай бұрын

I also love to watching things when I work on craft projects! I just take a break sometimes if I'm a bit overwhelmed, thank you for sharing your kind words and hope your crochet goes well!

@cb1623 8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear you mention your father, so nice that you're working together on your garden.

@MyLittleNatureNook 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this much needed reminder. I think it is quite remarkable that you don’t play any ads in the middle of your videos! That really helps to calm down and focus on your message. 😊

@mrsa8966 11 ай бұрын

I have discovered that I accomplish a lot more if I don’t multitask. It takes me less time to finish a task if I am concentrating on just one thing.

@mch12311969 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, Paola for another beautiful and meaningful video. This one in particular truly resonated with me.

@rachelina97 11 ай бұрын

This has definitely shown to be helpful for me. Since my recent surgery, I’ve been slowing down. Typically I am someone who would listen to music in the background but my surgery was an ear surgery and so sound just weren’t doing it for me. I would find much discomfort around the idea of sitting down to paint… but every time I do, I get lost in it and find myself feeling more at ease, more at peace. I guess the surgery sort of pushed me into mono-tasking and now this video helps me see why I have felt resistance towards sitting down and getting started. I kept craving more stimulation until I just surrendered into the silence of one project, one point of focus. It has been like medicine.

@nancyoffenhiser4916 11 ай бұрын

It's amazing how the fires have brought the flowers out.. all part of the balance...

@googlela1029 10 ай бұрын

Another amazing video from @TheCottageFairy. I seriously love your content, I find myself coming back to your channel when I want to start my day on a peaceful note. Thank you for the reminder of living slowly and simply.

@debbietodd8547 11 ай бұрын

I was forced to learn HOW to multi-task in the work place in the early 2000's and my health suffered greatly because of it. My anxiety level goes through the roof! It was basically a pre-requisite to being hired in an interview. Growing up in the 60's and 70's it was not much a part of our lives......Now that I'm retired I had to re-learn how to focus on one task at a time, my mind was always running with 6 other things that needed doing while I was working on one. Nothing is a "one size fits all" and schools and workplaces need to recognize that. Thank you for this lovely channel.......🥀🌻💜🧚‍♀

@kaylinworthington 11 ай бұрын

Yes to monotasking! I started multitasking thinking I’d be more productive, but the noise of the world really stresses me out, and stress is a known killer in our society. Sometimes we just need to slow down!

@catherinemurray1618 11 ай бұрын

I always love your beautiful videos, unless I'm at work where as a Receptionist I multi-task all day long. When I'm home I practice mono-tasking as I feel it gives me more peace. I wash up while looking out the window at the garden, I water the garden while listening to the birds singing. I enjoy the slow in my day... 🌼

@diyasengupta4885 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this peaceful and scared corner of the internet ❤

@candacenagle505 11 ай бұрын

You have such a gentle way of speaking some very important truths. Thank you!

@tiffanybrantley23 10 ай бұрын

When we are bored is when we become more creative! That's what I've always felt anyway. When my friends are struggling with trying to figure out how to "do all the things" I always tell them to pick one task and just finish it. They will feel so accomplished and not overwhelmed. It is also something I remind myself of as well. I will be overwhelmed with the idea of all the things and I will just say out loud "just pick one thing and do it."

@lea-anne9133 10 ай бұрын

In a world that never stops talking or moving silence and mindfulness is so important to me. Especially since my job is super busy & noisy. Silence really is golden to me. I too monotask. I find it extremely beneficial to my mental health and well being. I really do appreciate your calming wonderful insightful videos 💞

@ruthmicallef 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your honesty about your Eating Disorder - our field is still seen as very “unglamorous”, so having authentic creators like yourself talking about it truly does help people de-shame what they are experiencing, and reach out for support ❤

@unchainedcash1 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this new way of thinking. Everyone focuses and talks about multi tasking as if it is the only way to live, till we are worn out. Thankyou ❤

@wishingonthemoon1 11 ай бұрын

Yes yes yes. This is so true. I don’t always need TV or audiobooks or even music in the background now. I feel like I was constantly overstimulated, and then when I tried to focus on one thing like reading or writing or drawing, I couldn’t. I’d click away constantly. I enjoy music and audiobooks and stuff in the background sometimes-but now only sometimes, and *intentionally.*

@catherinesommer3648 11 ай бұрын

Yes, you are so right. I do like your US American name of fireweed for what is known in the UK as rosebay willowherb - such an unwieldy anew! As children in the English midlands, we called these interesting plants "pretty nancy".

@Melanie-ei3ie2dt3u 11 ай бұрын

I happily monotask watching your videos. Very calming.

@emilydawson9292 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! As always a beautiful peaceful oasis of a video and so perfectly put. I have been circling this very issue without being able to out my finger on what it is that I’m trying to understand. Since become a parent and going back to work my mind has felt so fractured and I’ve struggled to be present. I’m hoping a more intentional approach and the coming winter months (I always find it easier to slow down in the winter months) will help shift my mind set. Thank you again! X