20 Effective Habits I Use to Live a Simple Life (Simplify Life in 2023)

[@carmelaelliott227]

I pray many times 🙏 daily. God is my all in all. In Him I live and move and have my being. I recently started watching your blogs... learning much. Thank you Jennifer. Blessings.

[@cherrycain6425]

Thank you for this. I’ve had such a rough 2022. But, I’ve started praying and reading and studying my Bible more. I want to get started back in church. I have health issues and thats’s something I need to work on. And, I stress over bills so I want to cut more out. My main thing I need to do is give my troubles to God and stop stressing about so much. It’s making my health and anxiety worse.

[@hijabimuslimah8100]

May Allah (God) grant you ease and peace ❤

[@janiewilliams5803]

I am praying for you, that the Lord Jesus will guide you.

[@rg-mi5hh]

These things may help. Try some light exercise and sunshine daily and see if that helps. Have a purpose for each day to keep your mind thinking about good stuff. Declutter one thing each day. Good luck.

[@jager896]

I read my Bible every night and thank Jehovah God for every day and accomplishments

[@noneofyourbusinessna740]

In this world 🌎 you will have tribulation Jesus Christ said

[@cherylT321]

I’ve started listening to radio programs from the 1950’s on KZbin. I mainly listen to westerns…They are really fascinating because I like having to use my imagination while listening to these programs, trying to imagine how life must have been back in the 1800’s and how many challenges people had to overcome to survive in that era!

[@suzettepounds2330]

Great video! “We don’t grow by consuming; we grow by creating.” This! 🙌🏻

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

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[@roslynalexis4407]

I love her content and how she goes straight into the content without all the preamble.

[@dora9368]

Hi Jennifer! I know this is a older video but I've been watching some of your older videos, and I'm truly enjoying them. Tfs❤

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

I'm so glad!

[@jasonjones5728]

Great video thank you for posting

[@lindahenderson1625]

Society has failed to teach life skills, coping with boredom is one of them. It has trained us to believe that we need outside sources to think for us, and to entertain us. We are not smart enough to entertain ourselves. The individual is being suppressed. Responsibility and accountability are too hard. Blame someone else. I believe the lack of teaching life skills to be a contributor to the “mental illness” situation. People are being distracted by technology instead pf learning and applying life skills. Life is work, not constantly being entertained. As an introvert who feels things deeply and consistently overthinks things, I have been an outsider most of my life. I felt “guilty” for not wanting to attend public events, parties,etc. Those situations are “too peopley “ for me. The energy levels where me out. I need solitude. Thus, I run counter to all the commercials and announcements crying out that these will make me happy. Happiness is temporary. Joy is contentment. I’d rather be content than have blips of happiness. I react to news stories that I have no control over. It’s one thing to be compassionate, another for it to upset you. This, my exposure to news is minimal. I was raised where courtesy and manners were taught to be applied everyday. Consider others . Thus,I no longer attend concerts because people cannot leave their phones in their cars. Why spend $70 for a ticket if you are on your phone? Illegally recording perhaps? Do you need that selfie? Others may deal with rudeness better than I. Fine. I will not spend my hard earned money at events where consideration for others is absent. I am learning to focus and be in the moment. I only have the moment that I am in. The future and past are vapor. Multi-tasking is over-rated. I am more relaxed when I focus and complete what I am doing. Sometimes we do need to multi-task, but it does not make me a better person. No matter what society says. Thanks for the time and consideration that you put into your channel. You are helping others learn new skills and that it is “acceptable “ to be different. I think that it’s better! A quote that I recently read: “Repeat after me: I am no longer available for things that make me feel badly.” Best wishes for an adventurous, growing in wisdom, and filled with love and laughter New Year.

[@Pubslife]

You may be an HSP, a highly sensitive person. It’s a thing and h. A test online to see if u are. It’s very interesting

[@reneecailloux2573]

As usual, I agree with you. I barely watch any tv now. I have a couple of series that I really follow and watch movies with my husband. But it's only 2-3 nights a week. The reason is that I found something that I am passionate about: painting and drawing. A lot of things shifted from that. It helped me refocus on what matters and how I use my time for things that I have to do and things that I want to do + daydreaming time 🙂 That lead to delegating, sharing, trusting that even if it's not perfect it will be done well enough.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Renee, those moments we spend with loved ones, even simply watching a great movie, are wonderful ❤️

[@elizabethsydnor5247]

Usually boredom is not the issue. It's trying to get all of the things done that are required of our life. And then asking God to give us a few minutes of free time. Yeah obligations are through the roof for most of us

[@janicelovett5457]

I exercise 30 minutes a day. I have some lotion which I have added essential oils too. I rub some on my neck and shoulders and then I make time to sit and relax and do my tapping for 10 minutes. It really calms me and releases my tension and anxiety. Sometimes if I can’t sleep I get up and do it in the middle,of the night.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Janice, that sounds like such a relaxing routine 🤗

[@Spot4art]

You are such a wise woman. I know our society is going to face tremendous challenges this next couple of years, we need to reflect as time is fleeting and where we spend our energy and spirit is going to really matter in how we survive this period. ❤️

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@ashleyreynolds4616]

I totally agree I used to figure my problems out by writing to someone and get the answers I needed

[@m0503893]

Jennifer, these are so good! My main goal for the year is to pay off my 3 remaining credit cards, so I have been unsubscribing from people who make me want to buy things or to feel discontent. I want to focus on having enough. To that end, I’ve been looking for content highlighting frugality and simplicity, and you are exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Meghan, I know you can meet that goal! Stay focused and enjoy the small wins. Keep me updated as you pay them off!

[@cherirowden]

I just discovered your channel and I'm really enjoying it! I follow several KZbin frugality vlogs (Under the Median is a favorite) and I find new, helpful tips with each video of yours I watch. Thank you!

[@suefrack2958]

Nothing thwarts a manipulater faster than someone who thinks for themselves. 🙂👍🐾

[@marjiecleveland]

I’m going to keep getting rid of clothes and various items. It’s an ongoing process. I’m also going to clean out my garage…that’ll definitely help simplify my life!! 🤣

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

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[@jager896]

I find it useful to keep clothes you never know when you may need them I fold them neatly and label the bags winter Summer I use Aldi zip freezer bags one I have had about twenty years

[@lisakrushinski9436]

Happy New Year, Jennifer! Thank you for a great video! Keep praying! It’s our privilege because of Jesus! ❤️✝️

[@lindamcteer]

Another great video. Although we live a simple life that's happy and fulfilling, we still need to simply many things in the coming year. I need to make a list and make some plans! I hope you have a HAPPY NEW YEAR.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Happy New Year to you and your family Linda 🤗

[@bex438]

Hey Jennifer, I hope you and your family had a lovely Christmas - I really enjoyed this video and can relate to so much of what you said. I have minimalised and simplified quite a few things but I'm hoping to declutter some more and remove any meaningless distractions in the coming year so that I can truly concentrate on and appreciate who I'm with, what I own and invest in meaningful experiences and only those people and things that really do matter- I'm wishing you all the best for 2023 in all that 6ou need/choose to do ❤️🤗

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Bex, thank you so much! I hope you have the most wonderful New Year and thank you for all of your support 🤗

[@romana.in.wonderland]

I am really good at your more practical tipps in my daily life as I figured out years ago how helpful decluttering, meal planing or journaling are but you got me at complaining. Thank you so much!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

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[@zz-ic6vy]

It is so refreshing to consume (even though i have goal to consume less 😄) this kind of content. Thank you so much! I have similar feeling in some points, i want to read more and step out of world of social media.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much!

[@debbiey9452]

Meal prep for sure. Less stress, money saved and I lost weight because I wasn’t eating junk.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

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[@daviniawalker5997]

So pleased I’ve come across your channel. Thank you!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Davinia, thank you so much! 🤗

[@AnnatoliaMukande-cj4rm]

Thank you, very informative. GOD bless you.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Anatolia, thank you so much! God bless you as well 🤗

[@ubwaterman]

Thank you Jennifer this is very helpful for us!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

I am so glad it was helpful for you! Thank you for watching the video 🤗

[@Melissa-dh6fj]

Great advice thank you!

[@sarahivilla9728]

Great video! I see it so much in the halls at work people get awkward when you are just walking looking up saying good morning. They have to be looking at their phones.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much, Sarahi! I enjoy hearing from you in the comments. Happy New Year! 🤗

[@beatricealcaraz5799]

Another great video I love watching your videos your so soft spoken and give such good advice thank you for a great video happy new year .

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Beatrice, thank you so much! Happy New Year ❤️

[@thebusybees2006]

Thank you Jennifer! Like your sweater! Happy holidays!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year 🤗

[@thebusybees2006]

@@THEJENNIFERCOOK YW

[@homesteadingwithapurpose9681]

You look beautiful in the blue sweater. 💜 Thanks for sharing.

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@Dana-ml7sy]

When on utube & watching lifestyle blogs I was increasing getting annoyed but didn’t really know why it would irritate me so much. I was looking for Christmas inspiration & I normally love seeing how others live & decorate their homes. I used to buy lifestyle mags at one time. I was getting irked by them referring to me & everyone else “My Darlings” or “My Angels” & they would talk about their events they were attending, what clothes they would wear, usually expensive & what make up they claimed was the best. It was vacuous & narcissistic & I couldn’t relate to them, in this country or abroad. I read the comments which were extremely flattering & gushing & that disconnect became wider. It wasn’t as though I couldn’t afford what they were selling I was annoyed because it was all so fake. My watching encouraged that & they were being paid to continue. I unsubscribed & no longer watch those type of videos & feel so much better for it. I now look to videos that really will inform me or at least reinforce what I already know.

[@carolherm]

This is just fantastic. I need to listen another time or two. Thank you!!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Carol, thank you so much for listening! 🤗

[@damarislopez420]

I love you and your channel my Sis Jennifer It’s fam here!! 🙏 ❣️ 🕊 Thank you for all the great advice and for being real!!! Happy New Year 🎊 Felíz NAVIDÁD!! By the way, I bought myself a yeti that has gotten a lot of use!! AND yes 🙌, I feel ya; prayer is powerful!! Thank You JESUS!!

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you as well 🤗

[@arthurmantzouris4413]

What i plan to do more of is to always pray to God to ask him for his guidance in every desion i make....to ask him as Psalm 62:8 says to puor out my heart to God bc he is my refuge.....and my Rock....it can seem that we all need to unload our day onto someone but who better than to unload our thoughts onto God...he can be our very best friend so to speak...as James 2:23 says that Abraham put faith in God and he was his friend...so we too can put our trust in Gods unmatched and unwavering loyality to us bc he loves us as he has said in Jesus own words found in John 3:16...and not only that but bc we can trust God with our whole heart as Proverbs 3:5 says...and just think God invites us to pour out our heart to him in again Psalm 62:8....so i think i will really do my best to pray to him b4 i make a desision and wait for him to answer the prayer as he has always done.....and im sure that he will hear my prayer as he has always done bc im Jehovahs friend...and so if anyone of you needs some reassurrance from God dont stay away from him, but pour out yr heart to him as Psalm 62:8 says...and the hearer of prayer will hear yr prayer as he says in Psalm 65:2...

[@jager896]

I couldn't have said it any better Eileen peace to you I read my Bible every night and pray to Jehovah the hearer of pray

[@anacorona6234]

Gracias

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

de nada 🤗

[@nancycerreta5629]

Lots of great content. I'll be listening again. Happy New Year

[@THEJENNIFERCOOK]

Nancy, thank you so much! Happy New Year to you 🤗

[@elizabethsydnor5247]

Wow, I so wish I had that kind of time that you're talking about to sit down and read. I barely have time for my own Bible. Study when you're a single person and all of the weight is on you. There's no one else to help free time is really non existent

[@janigirl2296]

I’m a single person and although I try to save, it does get hard….

[@VeganMangoQueen]

🌱💚✌🏼😎

[@lisacoogias]

How to say no to your teen and adult kids is what I struggle with.

[@ginnyberg9271]

Do you have any book suggestions? My goal this year is to go back and forth from fit ion to nonfiction. I started with atomic habits last week. I was always told because I have dyslexia I would never enjoy books. They lie. Sad I had to be so old to listen to myself and not others. The book that didn’t match up with my imagination was where the crawdads live. The movie the young lady had no accent, and she would’ve had such a strong accent. In February I’m going to read the man named Otto