10 SMALL Japanese Habits That Will Change Your Life | simple living + ikigai

[@AtoZenLife]

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[@ArtingFromScratch]

I'm so jealous of your forest facing windows area

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@ArtingFromScratch we are all jealous of everything she has and how she keeps things and life minimal

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Why do your in laws cook so much food??? Just wondering what do they do with ALL THE LEFTOVERS??? I Guess they use the food for multiple meals. Marissa will live long and forever in her teachings

[@wesleywinchester1890]

She is very successful😮😊🎉❤

[@kristinaatgreenmeadowswede6714]

​@@ArtingFromScratch Hello from Sweden!🇸🇪🇸🇪 I was surprised, but very happy to see that Sweden only comes on the 6th place, counting from Below. I thought that number was much higher... I can recommend the book "The Blue Zones" by David Buettner, Where he names the Okinawawian population beeing the healthiest people in the world, together with people in 5 other locations on this Planet Earth. Sadly obesity is increasing even in Japan today, especially among younger men.... I love many of the Japanese traditions, IKIGAI is one of them and WABI SABI is another. And I ABSOLUTELY adore Studio Ghibli and "TOTORO" is (of course 🤗) my Favorite. 💖🤗🌿👍🏻🇸🇪

[@Catplanty]

I was walking with a colleague of mine the other day and I was gonna cross the street in spite a red light (there were no cars and I wanted to get back to work). He pulled me back and said “whenever you see a red light, appreciate it. It’s life forcing you to stop for a second. Take that opportunity.” Now whenever I see a red light I’m not stressed about it but think about that, breathe in deeply and smile.

[@joanvoss7512]

@@Catplanty love that

[@heidibear44]

Sounds like life in our little African village. We have a gogo whose age we dont even know but she still walks up and down the hills daily. I only recently heard about Ikigai and I love it. Im aure there is something like this on every continent. They knew what was up back in the day 😊😅

[@AtoZenLife]

That is so cool! Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@arizonashopper5095]

Your first point is so true. My dad was afraid to retire, bc so many of his coworkers died within a year of retiring. I think it was hard on their body to go from 100 mph to zero. Also they lost their purpose. My dad decided to make sure he and my mom had hobbies and social activities that kept them busy enough that mom joked that she didn't know how they ever had time to work. ;-) They've been retired 17 years and are still going strong in this way.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@arizonashopper5095 that's so American

[@GamerStruggles]

If you wanted to review them after the video :) 10 Rules: 1. Stay Active; Don't Retire 2. Don't Fill Your Stomach 3. Reconnect With Nature 4. Practice the Art of Slowing Down 5. Surround Yourself With Good Friends 6. Daily Exercise 7. Smiling 8. Give Thanks 9. Live in the Moment 10. Find and Follow Your "Ikigai" (watch video for meaning ;) )

[@abundancenplenty]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@mrs.g7795]

Thanks!

[@gernicemancera4051]

Thank you❤

[@mtracy244]

Thank you, kind person👍

[@flohough1870]

Only eating until you are 80% makes a whole lot of sense! Especially when you consider that there is a delay from when you are actually full and it registers in your brain. Great tip.

[@mayusaekiflautist6315]

As Japanese who lives in USA (NYC) for a long time, this video was a good reminder - where I came from.

[@twentyseven2948]

Speaking of practice gratitude, I am grateful to see your new video on Sunday morning. 🌞

[@AtoZenLife]

Aw, thank you so much for your kind comment and happy to have you here! 🤗

[@careylee1755]

I missed you last Sunday 😢You light up my world.

[@HealthHappyLife]

These Japanese habits are simple yet meaningful. I really want to try applying ikigai in my life to find joy and purpose every day!

[@tarayoakum9393]

The views around your new home are so peaceful, thank you for sharing them with us!

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much 🤗

[@claremiller9979]

I have found my ikigai, also by accident - I'm a statistical analyst and right now I'm leading a team to build new complex data processing systems. At school I didn't care about maths and did my degree in Asian History of all things. The world works in mysterious ways! Keep searching and you'll find it, and don't assume that you have to turn a hobby into a job either, that can cause a whole raft of problems.

[@lindseystewart3194]

Great video Marissa! I would also add that Japanese eat less ultra processed snacks. Eating more quality food, and less junk food also helps them live longer.

[@lenakohl2339]

This! Less ultra processed food, less animal products, more vegetables and fruits, smaller portions.

[@kristiluce2838]

These are all wonderful practices. I would add to #2 by saying to eat whole natural foods and limit the processed ones. I really enjoy your content and look forward to your next post.

[@BinsarHutabarat-gf9yu]

I enjoy your good explanations. BEAUTIFUL. Thank you so much for you. Praise the Lord. Amen.

[@Huggible11]

I've watched your videos for awhile, but this has to be one of my favorite videos yet ❤️ Thank you for sharing this wisdom

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much and glad you enjoyed it ☺️❤️

[@AtoZ-lq1ur]

Thank you for reminding me these lessons from ikigai book. I've read it already but i forgot some of the lessons it taught. ❤❤ now, i will not forget to smile.

[@chibipandora]

Just a reminder that Japan also has universal health care. They are also unique in that it is culturally expected everyone goes to an annual yearly health check. Some companies even have dedicated time off every year for all employees to encourage them go get the health check. They value community health in a way we simply don't. Like, I get that its a lighthearted intro to the video, but at the same time it's that kind of talk that makes Americans constantly try to fix themselves to no avail instead of urging for universal healthcare like the vast majority of developed nations across the globe.

[@colleengleason6533]

I think it is deeper than just universal health care. A culture of caring about personal health is vital. Americans tend to have lousy health even when they can pay for check ups. My personal observation as a rural, lower income person is that those who are conscious of the personal responsibility of taking care of their health themselves are healthier even when they have a chronic condition. By "taking care of their health" I don't mean avoiding the doctor but an attitude of personal responsibility for learning how to eat healthy, exercise within their limits, minimizing stress and taking care of their mind and emotions. Those who leave it all for the doctor and only rely on those yearly check ups aren't nearly as healthy. Being able to go to the doctor is much better than not being able to go but it is a smaller piece of the puzzle than personal responsibility.

[@cakedupkevin]

Japan is a more homogenous country where universal healthcare is more respected since people there have practically identical beliefs. America as a melting pot has its shortcomings in this sense.

[@francoiselafferty-hancock5112]

​@@cakedupkevinNew Zealand's not homogeneous and we all value universal healthcare.

[@ilsepeeters6147]

That isn't unique for Japan though. In the Netherlands we have health care for everyone, extensive screening for diseases early on for the entire population, a lot of paid vacation time every year and many (Northern-European) countries do too. Yet the life expectancy is between they of the US and Japan

[@Thekatedelaney]

This comment says to me you don’t want to take responsibility for your health and blame the government for what they don’t give you.

[@patchulli89]

Thank you Marissa! As always you suceeded in giving me a 15 min lession that is so well designed that it easily fits into my schedule and does not leave the bitter taste of "having wasted time on social media". Love it!

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much for watching 🤗

[@lana7422]

Love your new house so much. Hardwood floors look much better than carpet. Also, that spotted door behind you near the end of your video...what is that wood??? It's eyecatching!

[@AtoZenLife]

I actually want to know that too! It is solid wood of unknown origin-all I can tell you is it smells like CINNAMON…it’s an unsolved mystery for now. 😂

[@lana7422]

@@AtoZenLife Would love to know what you find out. Might be some exotic hardwood.

[@donnawygal4328]

Nothing from you on KZbin for two weeks. Can't go without hearing from you for that long. I hope all is well with you and yours and that you'll be back very soon

[@AtoZenLife]

Sorry Donna, we were moving again! I have a new video about that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6TUlKOGj7R4iMksi=TTwfAFHjrHG43ZbM Cheers and thanks for being awesome 🤗

[@cleaneatingwithclaudiaepic4895]

I love practising Tai Chi, Sword Tai Chi to be exact and also Reiki (have my Reiki Master Certificate) and sharing Reiki with others

[@satujuntunen8475]

I'd like to thank you for sharing these thoughts. This is such a demanding world in so many ways and it's so good to think of possibility of slowing down in different areas in one's life. It is a choice. ❤

[@ninisilini6594]

Danke für das Video ❤❤

[@quoththeraven13]

I love this book, too, great video 👍

[@AtoZenLife]

Such a great book 👏

[@claremiller9979]

I thought about getting this book but they don't have it at my library - this is a great summary, and i might go ask them to get it in!

[@wesleywinchester1890]

It's also available on audio

[@cherishthemessypainter]

I forgot to say I am sharing this with all my loved ones and friends.

[@idahoarchitect5895]

I’ve been watching your videos for over a year now. You continue to get better. I love how your ideas are based on research.

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much and happy to have you here 😁

[@TGYtco]

I loved this video! We are going to Japan next year for 3 months and can't wait! I agree with all these principles. I love Japan and I love Marissa, so yay for this video!

[@AtoZenLife]

Ahhh, that’s so exciting!! Hope you have tons of fun and THANKS. ❤️

[@PowerfulMoneyHabits]

This was a great book and life lesson to find your purpose and live it every day!

[@beckymartinez6898]

I just really enjoy your videos! Thank you!😊

[@autorinmitkatze]

I am reading the Ikigai book by Ken Mogi right now and I highly recommend it. :) I just finished giving a class for a group of university students with a bunch of colleagues about entrepreneurship, and thinking about finding your ikigai was part of one of our workshops. We did our class on an island nearby and also gave the students time to go out and have fun in the nature, go to the beach or go for a swim, and watching them enjoy all of this was really good. The quote about future, past and present is part of my current vision board. :)

[@michaelafrank7974]

Thanks for the great video. Your new home is really beautiful, by the way😊. Bussi from Germany to you and your family

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks so much, Michaela, and take care ❤️

[@jfpdc888]

So good to see you today! Loved the topic and your new home. It looks so spacious. Thank you for contiuning to educate us all on the ways of helathy living. All The Best to YOU and your family! (Now to go back through your videos to see what I have missed with your recent move!)

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks for watching and happy to have you here 🙏❤️

[@kristyspillyards3370]

Thanks for a thoughtful and informative video.

[@carolyn8683]

I have been doing the tibetian rites since your last video every morning and is easy to do even if away and posture and mood is better ❤❤

[@hanna_high_on_life]

Absolutely loved this ❤️

[@greg19071961]

I love your new house...I call this style "Japandi" a modern japanese vibe😊Also, Great video, I have been trying to practice IKIGAI lately...without knowing it. Thanks for your inspiring videos Marissa. Love from Australia, 💞

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Luvs it

[@ashleynichols3010]

Hello Marissa! I also love Totoro!

[@annagia153]

Excellent channel with real helpful content!! Thanks Marissa

[@cherishthemessypainter]

Wow I love love this video! The comparison of obesity in US to Japan hit me hard. I have been taking smaller portions for the last year and feel the difference! But that one fact has me rethinking a lot more of the food choices around me. I am going over to watch the 5 Tibetan rites next!

[@memykios7160]

Oh, I love this so much.

[@mc5366]

Wonderfully inspiring video! Love the openness of your new home. Thank you!💛

[@JudelovesRiver12]

I love this video! Thanks for sharing Marissa! ❤

[@ingalillbelander1235]

What a beautiful view!

[@colleen6921]

Thanks for sharing. I just rented from the library. New floor looks really nice.

[@Savannah-ed4rv]

My mother who is an american, turn 89 years old in May and she is an artist and she also can't stop!. She has said if she stops making things or drawing things that she would die. That is one reason that my house is not minimalist because she is constantly drawing and creating things like jewelry cross stitch, drawing little paintings and putting them on cards and bookmarks Etc. 😂😂

[@AtoZenLife]

So artistic 😂

[@Savannah-ed4rv]

​@@AtoZenLifeThat all being said, I love seeing how beautiful your home is and all of your advice, but I think I may have to stop watching because when I look at your videos and then I look at what surrounding me in my home I think I will have a breakdown. I'm older than you and I have a lot of responsibility and I just can't make Headway no matter what I do. It's so disheartening and frustrating.😢😢

[@jainthorne4136]

@@Savannah-ed4rv I was very touched by your comment. I have almost a reverse of that problem in that I have two daughters who are both working artists and I had a lot of their work from their early years. I went through all their things and picked out 5 items that I loved best. The rest I asked them what should be done with them. They each picked a few that they wanted to keep and the rest were moved on in various ways. I am now a minimalist and love the feel of my home but I didn't achieve that quickly. I started when I was 57 and took me almost 12 years. I would recommend that you start small. Maybe do just one small space like a bathroom drawer or kitchen cabinet. You might also consider doing something like creating an oasis in your home. I would particularly recommend two areas: the bathroom and your bedroom. Make those two spaces into minimalist oasis islands for yourself inside your home. It would give you two spaces where you could shut the door and enjoy living in minimalism. Also, if and when you decide to tackle your kitchen I'd recommend what I did. I cleared everything out of the kitchen and into boxes for a month. I kept in the kitchen only a few items: a single pan, one small pot, one larger pot, one slotted spoon, one spatula etc. I applied that to other areas like 4 spoons instead of a dozen, 2 plates instead of 20 etc. After a month I donated most of the extra kitchen items to local charities. They always need household items. I also found I had massive amounts of food items stocked. I decided that I would try to "eat down" as much as I could before going shopping again. That meant sometimes eating something I wasn't in the mood for but it worked beautifully. Now I keep very small amounts which means everything is fresher. I could go on but really just want you to know that even overwhelming tasks can be broken down into small steps and it is possible to create the life you want to live.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@jainthorne4136 I like this lady's technique and or approach.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

​@@Savannah-ed4rvdon't give up. You precious lady. We feel your struggles. I know words don't always help. Start small. One drawer at a time. Then one section at a time. You have too many obligations and responsibilities. Please delegate some of those responsibilities to other people. One person can only handle so much. You sound overwhelmed. Life is fun and exciting. Do not let people take advantage of you

[@Smallworld2024]

❤ ty for sharing i missed you 🌸

[@sahanabhatt5708]

I just want to live by myself, but I can't with joint family, already stressed out.

[@WillowWarty]

I loved this video!!!! Thanks Marissa🥰

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@HangNguyen-ih8rf]

Well here is the thing..i measure my foods with my eyes and after im done i will take a sip of water wait 5 minutes before getting more foods on my plate but by then the foods have fully come down to my tummy and i feel FULL. If i don’t follow this rule and accidentally over eat my ulcer will act up and it will be a hell of a night. My co worker think my foods portion is like a 6 years old but that’s how I’m built 🤷‍♀️ listen to your body everyone is diff.

[@jettison_0_7_9]

I love your channel! This video is great, I want to send it to my parents! BTW, I know you've probably had it forever but where did your beige shirt come from? I think you have it in white as well. Keep up the good work!

[@mariiveli623]

More video about ikigai! 🥰

[@maryb-h980]

Hi Marissa, I was waiting to hear 'eat your Natto' in the list lol! It is Japanese, known to be the food with highest amount of vitamin k2 which works with vitamin D in amazing ways. I've been eating it for about 2wks & love it! Bless you & your family Mxxx

[@AtoZenLife]

I can’t remember if they mentioned natto in the book or not, but you are right-I’ve read the same thing. I tried it before and it’s definitely an acquired taste. 😉 Thanks for watching and cheers!

[@juliewolfe7558]

Thank you - nice summary of the book!

[@Myaussiehome]

Hey friend! I literally just bought that book yesterday!! 🇦🇺

[@AtoZenLife]

What a coincidence-or not? 😉❤️

[@emilianodiaz-page4233]

Great video Marissa!!

[@KCallaAK]

Lovely and inspiring podcast Marissa. Thank you.

[@yvonnemariane2265]

It's _such_ a 2-tiered world!

[@gomathy17903]

Wonderfull! Thanks for sharing.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

I take that back . keep the kitchen as is. I luvs it

[@elisebrown5157]

I hate the feeling of being full when I eat, so I would say I almost always eat to 50-80% fullness. But I'm still overweight, so it has much more to do with a balance of portion control, food choices, physical activity, genetics, age, and a host of other things than just one factor. I think it's good advice, just don't pin the American obesity epidemic solely on supersizing everything.

[@dianasimplifies]

We have terrible ingredients in our food here and these ingredients are not allowed in many other countries. While some has to do with genetics and lack of exercise, if you look back at photos from the 80's and 90's almost no one was overweight. The kids in my classes that we thought of as overweight at the time were small to what we are seeing today. It is definitely an interesting conversation to have! Great comment. ❤

[@valenfitzen]

I don't know if you realize this, but there's a jade plant following you around your house.😮

[@AtoZenLife]

You are the FIRST person to notice that-well done. 🙌 😂

[@eloquentlyemma]

My experience and now my philosophy is exactly the opposite from the “turn your hobby into a job”. I have always loved reading. I would read everything that I could: factual, fiction - everything that I could… until I got a job reading. Then, because of the pressures of work, I found that I could no longer read to relax. As a result, I had gained a job but lost a hobby. I have since got a completely different job and have slowly regained my hobby. TLDR: keep your hobbies, and find a different job that you like, or you could grow to hate what you used to love.

[@jainthorne4136]

I agree. I had a very good friend who loved to fly from his teen years. He ended up flying for a major airline and now takes no joy in flying at all. We were discussing this just a few weeks ago.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@eloquentlyemma I never thought about it that way. Just like working with fam can be bad. Or loaning money can be bad

[@casn3424]

Thank you! 🫶🫶🫶

[@AtoZenLife]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@wesleywinchester1890]

B4 any renovations on your kitchen or home it might be smart to research the archetectrue. It may be built the way it is for Japanese cultural reasons. The Japanese live in very small homes so your new home is like a Japanese Palace.😮

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Oh thanks. I'm not good with tech.

[@TheMennomilist]

Good thing my notifications for you are on, as this did not show up in my sub feed! I read a book called Ikigai a few years ago and really enjoyed it. I do think that keeping your body moving all the time is so important. Miyazaki has retired and come back after the past few movies!! I loved the documentary about him. I think about how my dad doesn't move and do much of anything. He sits in his chair and is 77 but has been so lazy, that it wouldn't surprise me if he dies in the next couple of yeras since he is wasting his life. I have been eating 80% for a long time and it just feels more satisfactory. When I eat to be full, I feel really gross!! Ewww US people are so fat and then they all say it is in their genes as if you can't correct and change your gene. I want to forest bathe. . . Hope you'll have a chance to slow down again soon. I feel like today's society is so into not seeing people that they are all going to die so young. I love meeting people and learning about their lives. Another wonderful video!! Keep them coming. I love them.

[@vincentnnyc]

They don’t have readily available fast food like McDonald’s, burger kings, Taco Bell’s, kfc etc in Okinawa etc

[@honorburza9110]

A Japanese friend told me it’s culturally not accepted to be fat, that fat people get stares at. Also suntans are looked down upon in women.

[@AtoZenLife]

This happens in China a lot, too.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

That's sad

[@Myaussiehome]

Future Marissa.- as it's a Christmas container ...perhaps return your friend's container in December with a nice treat and perhaps a small gift for each if the family members.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@Myaussiehome um ok duely noted. 👍🤔. I luv this idea. We should all connect with our neighbors. Not just because we might need them some day. Because human connection is natural and necessary. Look it up to learn more about it everybody. On the other hand It is ok to be minimal with human contact. Call it shy recluse or the like. And then again There are some people we must cut out of our life entirely. That's another subject. Like A to Zen life is teaching: the Japanese get up early and meet in park for exercise and eat together and work together. Then meet in park again for games to keep their mind active. It's their culture and we need to learn from it. Let's live longer! Our culture does not teach multi generational family living arrangements. Or respect our elders for that matter.

[@jamiezenichi1017]

In Japan, they also have the people who work themselves to death. It's called "karoshi".

[@wesleywinchester1890]

I love a to zen life but my messages keep disappearing

[@AtoZenLife]

I see all your comments! Not sure why this is happening 😔 I appreciate them all 🙌

[@summerbaby4600]

Hi from Japan. Hilarious, you tried the Radio-Taisou (pronounced more like "rah-gee-oh ty-sow"). That music and the movements are ingrained in our DNA😆

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Oh you say so

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Wow they already put in hard wood floors! BAM. Wow your husband can skate board. GET A GARDENER. DO WHAT YOU LOVE DO WHAT YOU LOVE DO WHAT YOU LOVE THIS LESSON STANDS OUT TO ME. I Know MARISSA DOES WHAT SHE LOVES. IF you listen to her it will change you If I say it over and over it helps me focus.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

I found my comment !!! You can become one with nature bcuz you live in the woods

[@wesleywinchester1890]

I like to dress what people call plane Jane. It’s simple. I think accessories clutter conversation and the ability to really see the person. Accessories call for complements that just seem FORCED AND SHALLOW. I have learned that Americans use complements as a greeting. It’s kind of sad. Earrings shoes purses make up take a lot of time, money and effort to use and take care of. Worst of all some people refuse to ware the same outfit twice. THATS VERY COSTLY. BUT IF THATs what YOU LOVE THEN DO WHAT YOU LOVE AS A TO ZEN LIFE TEACHES. And we ❤ you At my age I choose to go natural. Its strange how make up has the opposite effect the older we get.

[@am9719]

❤

[@sciorty06]

💙

[@melissarust3552]

I am originally from Indiana

[@AtoZenLife]

Fellow Hoosier! 🙌

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Omg your kitchen is ginourmos. I cud live in there. Nobody needs a kitchen counter that big. I see alot of changes coming

[@susanedwards4694]

❤❤❤

[@kiarntz]

👍

[@hookedbydonean]

❤🇨🇦

[@joanndyrensborg6283]

😇🙏🍀

[@joni1]

🚪 ❤

[@joanvoss7512]

It is Marissa, the wise one, speaking to us in that cute voice of hers.

[@AtoZenLife]

😂❤️

[@wesleywinchester1890]

She is not the wise one. She is a master minimalist

[@joanvoss7512]

@@wesleywinchester1890 Hmm... minimalism doesn't require wisdom

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@joanvoss7512 oh yes it most certainly does. Be quiet joan

[@joanvoss7512]

@@wesleywinchester1890 as if! Lol

[@wesleywinchester1890]

To bad my messages keep disappearing. So weird. I give up

[@lilym4576]

4:08 4:09 4:11

[@AvaGrowth]

11:26 beautiful ❤

[@charissadubin9355]

I believe that the longevity of Japanese people has something to do with their honor for their parents. As the Bible says, "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 'Honor your father and mother,' which is the first commandment with promise: 'that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.'" Ephesians 6:1-3

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@charissadubin9355 maybe.

[@katrinmariaabisz]

I think I will die soon

[@wesleywinchester1890]

How old are you? R u ok?

[@LindaCarlen-c5l]

It's really fascinating to me that although I don't care for your whole minimalism thing and i don't care for the look of your home and clothes (please retire that hideous Pink Floyd T-shirt), I do find a lot of good ideas and suggestions from your videos. I watch regularly, subscribe and like them (most of them!). I don't have to adopt a minimalist lifestyle or wear bland colors to benefit from your well prepared, professionally presented content. Keep up the good work, Marissa.

[@AtoZenLife]

I appreciate it so much when people with different interests and values can respectfully watch and learn from each other, so thanks for the support. 🙏 (But I love the PF shirt, so I’ll be keeping that. 😉)

[@jmsl_910]

@@AtoZenLifewow!!! you handled that so gracefully! i thought the commenter was neither respectful nor kind you have a lot of grace i love the PF T-shirt too!!

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Some people just don't get it

[@wesleywinchester1890]

That's like saying Some people aren't aware of their surroundings and don't mind living in a pig sty being a hoarder. She's so off base. She just dose'nt get what Marissa is teaching. WHY SUMMERIZE IN SUCH A CONDESCENDING WAY. It's ok. As we always say "It's NOT FOR EVERYBODY" She's just expressing that she learned nothing. Ignorance IS NOT BLISS. FLY by the seat of your pants is no way to live.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

That was a BACK-HANDED complement. That's so rude👎😯

[@ramziasaleem5498]

If you check Islam it is a complete and perfect package. You are a wise lady you will appreciate it greatly if you intend to learn about it as you are always in search of practicing best of ways. Just be curious why all world powers are working hard to destroy it through any possible way, but still can’t. Hope you do and choose the right sources in doing so. Remember like followers of any religion not all Muslims are practicing Islam perfectly so not fair to judge the religion through their actions. Everything there is logical and proven by science and continues to be proven by science and it is not just blind faith.

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@ramziasaleem5498 sorry. You started off with positive but then so defensive. You don't sound to sure of yourself. You ate intimidated by blind faith you say. If you are not sure of yourself you cannot pick up what we are learning here

[@L83000]

no retirement,it's a joke i hope

[@wesleywinchester1890]

@@L83000 I DIE RIGHT! LMAO

[@stefanieb7776]

What if your not passionate about anything or good at anyting. Or what if you are passionate about something but not good at it? I feel i have lost my sprk or will to live. Im not afraid of death, but i am afraid of dying 🫠

[@victoriaquezada]

Just do what is pleasing to YOU, no one else/ and keep doing it just because. You do NOT have to be good at anything, you are not here in this world to please anyone!!!! You may even find other things that you like, no one needs to know, approve, or even like the same things you do. Keep things close to your vest. Your life is NOT social media, where everyone is privy to most of everyone's life, and some of their life is "NOT ALWAYS REAL" Live aloud within you. Just for today, be grateful that you are alive. God has your back.

[@claremiller9979]

Being passionate about something is reason enough to keep doing it. The longer you do it the better you'll get, but even then that isn't the point, the point is how doing the activity makes you feel! I'm an embroidery nerd and joined a local guild when I moved, most of the ladies there are twice my age and understandably very skilled. I'm learning a lot by being around them, but mostly I just enjoy the activity of stitching and the companionable chats we get to have. Granted I don't plan to make it my career but ikigai is a long term thing, you search for it and occasionally it will find you if you try enough things. Keep going, the best is yet to come ❤

[@wesleywinchester1890]

Please go to better help if you need help. You can try skill share too

[@Zoe-wl3uw]

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