7 life changing mindset habits to soothe the anxious soul & live lighter | hard-learned lessons

IG: / rowenatsai | Ok ok I know, LiFe ChAnGiNg has become a meme at this point but these mental habits I've learned throughout the past few years have really helped change my outlook on life and become my best, most grounded, and productive self. Here's to collectively soothing our anxious souls and living lighter together. :')
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0:00 Intro
0:48 1) Your world = what you choose to fixate as on
2:52 2) “People are in our life for a reason, season, or lifetime. The pain comes when we put them in the wrong category”
4:37 3) You’re never too [fill in the blank] for anything
7:30 4) Don't wait to start living
9:15 5) “No one is going to move my leg but me”
10:39 6) Instant vs delayed gratification (ft. cancel culture)
12:39 7) Only we know where our ❤️ truly lie
15:34 New outro song 😉
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[@improvewithsoo-selfdevelop1219]

"We notice a lot of dislikable people. But we never seem to notice our disliking minds." - Buddha. Wow, that quote really hits hard when we consider all the trash talk and judging in our mind we do! Super inspiring and eye-opening stuff.

[@scorpiotransformed4772]

I sent it to my therapist. I think all of them should have this quote. I typed the one about one foot in front the other she shared. Then hung it in my mirror I need this one daily 🤣

[@calmingambienceasmr6108]

@@scorpiotransformed4772 I just can't understand it. What does "our disliking minds" mean? Our own mind which doesn't like things? I don't understand.

[@scorpiotransformed4772]

@@calmingambienceasmr6108 because being aware of thought is the first step to change. Sorry u don't get wanting to change starts with an accepting mind. No person on earth can change you. However u can move mountains once ur mind changes. This comes from a person very close to death so change can happen once the mind bends to a better state

[@calmingambienceasmr6108]

@@scorpiotransformed4772 Oh ok. Positive mindset can make positive changes. Thanks.

[@scorpiotransformed4772]

@@calmingambienceasmr6108 u got it 😄

[@SamElle]

Welp I definitely spend a lot of time just in my own head and I catastrophize things all the time

[@creepywallet]

Same here..at this moment if I remember ( haha) I say to myself that not all I think is true. I am not omniscient. Or I say out loud ' Stop'.

[@amenizouari4265]

Same here 😬😪

[@joshshortt9599]

Fear likes to exaggerate. It is the ultimate drama queen.

[@SamElle]

@@creepywallet I will try this out, thank you!!!

[@avino2567]

That’s what I have been during for school and I have to just sit there and tell myself to stop 💀

[@mindfulwithnini8603]

“Hurt people hurt people” and yea “judging someone or oneself doesn’t add any meaning into my life” I relate with you. You are inspiring me. And this sweetest potatoes community. 🍠🍠🍠🍠🍠

[@amandacarr3929]

GANG GANG!!!!! shoutout to all my Potato family.

[@sacdaabdurhman]

How to build habit that sticks: 1. Start with incredibly easy habit 2. Break the chunks 3. If you slip, it okay. Get on track quickly 4. BE PATIENT it will take some time and progress I hope this helped, thank for the video Loved it

[@BeethovenIsGrumpyCat]

New video idea? How about the fear of rejection (breaking up, being alone, person you like not liking you back, etc.)?

[@jackieweaver3884]

4:00 a wise woman once said, "i dont want friends, they d i s s a p o i n t me"

[@femininedivin3]

ahh I see you are also enrolled in Stampede University

[@improvewithsoo-selfdevelop1219]

“Every day may not be good... but there’s something good in every day.” - Alice Morse Earle Have a wonderful week everyone :)

[@junormur]

What you said about your mother being truthful but not as compassionate and you learning not to fight her really resonated with me. I have this almost self-destructive habit of starting arguments that I know will lead nowhere, because even as an adult I'm still looking for that approval and validation, as if somehow my mother agreeing with me on everything would bring me fullfilment. 🙈

[@Sunshine-yk2eg]

I'd really like to see 7 mindset habits for : Inner strength// growth // handling rejection(by friends, in love or at job) // inner peace

[@tok_tj]

3 sessions in with my psychologist and I'm two weeks into learning how to love myself and teach myself that not everyone hates me. Two weeks ago i started with the big picture- the 'I'm gonna exercise, eat healthy and do what I love' but after two weeks of waves of anxiety and depression I talked to the psych and I came to the realisation that it's good to set a big picture goal- but what are the smaller steps to getting there? Now I'm here, researching how other people love themselves, mindfulness and compassion in order to implement smaller things into my life

[@mrsluckbug]

the way I see our generation is an overrated mentality of "enjoy the moment" "seize the day" which in itself has a great value but when it causes living without personal values, this mentality loses its own value and brings in long term dissatisfaction.I appreciate your content Ro, thank you 😊

[@DoctorKat]

Reconnecting with flow, with mindfulness and being present is so important in our modern society! We get trained to be working towards achievements, to be productive, to strive for visible growth. We sometimes forget that personal growth lies in calm in introspection and in going with the flow

[@gunjandeshmukh5665]

Hii

[@DoctorKat]

@@gunjandeshmukh5665 Oh hello 💛 so great to see you again! haha wishing you all the best for your studying! 🌞 we will get back to studying live only on tuesday feel free to join us 😇

[@Sthefaniegoma]

Thanks for such an insightful contribution to the topic tho

[@lorie7698]

Rowena, you continue to amaze me with your wisdom. These lessons are like hard pills to swallow because it's so difficult to start, but these are steps to starting a better life. And it's just another great reminder that the path to self-discovery/care/love is a rough journey, but also wonderful when we do get to a better place. Thanks again!

[@clau_sing_]

my anxious brain really needed this today

[@MissMoonlight095]

Just a few mins ago, I was literally quite upset and anxious about things, then got recommended this. Thank you. 💖

[@sitimardhiah8669]

I rarely comment on youtube vids, but your collection of sweaters on your videos .. *chefs kiss* ✨ (hehe distracted much)

[@francescaj]

this was so insightful and I'm just so grateful for your presence here on yt 🥺

[@spuwukyy6376]

im so happy that i found your channel, you don’t know how much you have helped me strive everyday

[@happiness3738]

Excited for the new vid ahhhh!°

[@elssjoo]

the timing of this video for my life is 💯

[@marianoella3350]

I love you, Rowena! Watching your content evolve and grow with you has been such a great pleasure/honor over the years. Your videos always come at just the right time and I'm so grateful for you!

[@lolawkward4033]

Rowena making me rethink life again

[@FarhanaChowdhury]

This video came up exactly when I needed it ❤

[@Michaela-sh9mw]

the ending song is absolutely adorable, plus your hugs and winks haha... heart-warming💗💗

[@sadsolarbeam]

omg thank you for this, i needed this sm! it has now been a while since i found your channel and honestly your tips and mindset overall helped me a lot these last months with my mental health and confidence. i tried a lot of hobbies including filming and i realized i love to make videos as well and even started a channel of my own. so honestly thank you, you have no idea how much you helped me! 🥺

[@3shTHEillest]

I love this so much! Love learning new things or being refreshed to a certain thought, through your videos. Thank you Rowena for being the big sister I wish I had! 💕

[@ajnatucak4371]

Since everything has been feeling quite chaotic lately- you making this video is a sign. I absolutely loved it and the part 'only we know where our hearts truly lie' has resonated with me so much! Thanks for this. Love, always

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I'm in love with that teal sweater

[@methusharavi5136]

I saw that you uploaded a video and internally I was like thank god I need this right now. love your content

[@activelyalayna]

such an amazing video. your energy is so calming and the insight is outta this world. happy af youtube recommended u to me.

[@annaforjesus]

this found me at the exact right moment in time! thank you so much 💛 i love the way you talk & how you integrate spirituality in a very practical way 🙏🏼

[@satoshistand]

Your transparency is magic. Thank you so much for this.

[@alicescrochetcorner]

You are glowing😍 Love your content as always.✨

[@lilymahira9760]

Idk every time i watch rowena's video, i always be ready with my notes, because i feel she's giving me a lecture about life

[@valyaasha]

"Something turbulent need to happen" is so true and so so sad!! It wasn't until the war came into my country that I started to value everything I have and perceive the life absolutely different as earlier

[@JesikaGomes]

I have been feeling so anxious recently so this video came at the perfect timing! Thank you Rowena! ❤️

[@jaquim6383]

wooow the best video i have seen in a looong while ! thank you ❤️❤️

[@domfranceschi]

So glad I invested these 16 minutes and 16 seconds! Thank you Ro!

[@zahra5301]

I *adore* Rowena, she's so genuine and sweet☺

[@Lizziefg]

So insightful! I'll love to hear you talk about self-reflection and growth in the future! *subscribed*

[@callmekathi]

this video genuinely relieved so many stresses on my mind rn, the timing of this was so beautiful ty

[@bettyreads222]

appreciate that last reminder on the importance of being true to yourself. appreciate these vids

[@fraffeetan9395]

I’ve watched you for years, Rowena, and this is my fave video of yours to date ✨❤️🤗 Thank you

[@marygracelopez8307]

loving your content💗💗💗

[@deveenamaharaj1057]

needed this video. this genuinely made me feel safe and motivated ♡♡♡♡♡

[@classicsagat]

This really resonated with me and I thought I was being openly mindful up until now and going with the flow. Taking a deep breath and re-realizing my concept of mindfulness and going with the flow!

[@asmaas1332]

These videos are literally such a bless, it feels like having a deep coffee conversation with you and on a personal level. I just adore it and I adore you hihi Thank you for the amazing Video and for the thoughtful content. XO

[@uygraphy]

You are putting things I don't know how to say or ashamed to do into words, thank you.

[@ediehuey4865]

I just came across your videos and I’ve only watched a couple so far but I’m incredibly grateful that I’ve made it here. Your videos are inspiring and the way you explain things is very helpful and easy to follow.

[@jmbliving]

So much wisdom packed into this video! It truly is amazing how much we are impacted by the perspectives we choose to take as we navigate through our lives.

[@Blessedhandsx]

Rowena, you are divine! My soul resonates wit you!

[@jakesatov7454]

Dude. So much relatability here. I love how you expressed your take on the two wolves. My take on it has been that everything is a practice, and to choose our practices with what's in line with our values. I'm going to have to watch this again. That first one definitely stood out the most to me 😊

[@TheWomanAlive]

I appreciate your candor and honesty in this video. I feel like I don’t see self examination very much and I love that you can see a flaw in yourself and work on it such as judging people. I did/do the same thing and it is polarizing and it makes it hard to make friends but it’s amazing that you recognized that in yourself and are working on yourself. I wish more people were like you! ❤️

[@goldfishyum]

I took notes and will definitely refer back to these points to reflect! Thank you for teaching us these lessons you've learned. :) I have been decluttering youtube channels that don't bring value to my life, so I totally understand the point you made about why people watch specific channels with various contents! It almost seems like we get to see what people of the KZbin world desire the most.

[@rozzrinreichonshaiza6298]

You are one of my fav! Your content makes a good difference and I very logically agree with what you share, such good vibes!

[@lu-fo8eb]

Oh my god the fifth point has shocked me so much, it’s a really good to quote to help someone get up and begin doing things right away, loved this video a lot!

[@sarahem222]

Thank you for making this video.You’re like an answer to my prayers. I was going through a lot in my mind and thank God that I found your channel and this video.

[@laurajacques]

These are excellent, I definitely agree about people being here for a reason, a season or a lifetime! Very balancing thought when stressing about relationships 🙌🏻🧡

[@stephanieluckey7825]

Watched this twice. I may watch it again. This is probably the most in depth I've seen from your videos Rowena, and it was so beautifully eloquent.

[@philomenayap367]

omg rowena u hit it right on the head. I have such a hard time trying to focus on people’s intentions instead of reacting to their delivery, but ive seen ppl do it and they live much lighter lives

[@juhlisuhh7210]

She uploaded this before ap exam month, THANK YOU!

[@jocenasty]

omg i love this one ro ;-; i was in kinda tears and chills at the end! idk this one just came at the right time and i was in the right headspace to receive all of this. thanks as always. you're like the 大姐姐 i've never had 🍠🥰

[@heysabo]

Thank you so much for this video Rowena ~

[@karapatriciaagbayani6373]

Here I am again saying I love your sweater. And these mindset habits are really a good foundation to really really keep us on living the life we want without getting pressured with the noise we have right now 💜

[@FatimaKTVPerformanceCoach]

I was being afraid of silence till 2 years ago... now I strive for calm and reconnecting with myself.... these are priceless ^^ thank you Rowena ^^

[@floramargarete1736]

whenever I watch your videos, I feel truly hugged by your words. your content is so warm and comforting. thank you so much Rowena!!

[@jenniferhill4872]

You are awesome. A truth teller for sure. As a 64 year old, you already teach everything I've needed a lifetime to learn Thank you.

[@syzygiabean]

This pandemic shifted my life so much, and I give my gratitude to you because your videos help me a lot to live through these years of crisis. Love you, Ro ~ ! < 33

[@MaryChrapliwy]

Found you today and have been binge-watching your videos. Love your humor and your messages

[@john57418]

Thank you Rowena, I believe each of us has a part to play in this unlimited world drama. I appreciate the attitude you have to whose Charing in lovely spontaneous and honest way. Big hug.

[@OdalmyRuiz]

Always giving the best tips!!!♥️

[@MileyzJoonas]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS

[@user-eb9ju4bj8h]

7:23 What you said makes a lot of sense and it reminds me of this thing I watch somewhere about the art and skill of zen that we need to keep our mind empty so that those thoughts wouldn't get some kind of stress and removing them will show the even better opportunities on how we can look at things in a better way and not think of the negative side of things. I can't emphasize this enough but it's just life changing tbh. And also, every time that I feel down, feel like I'm just not good enough or that I'm not getting work done I always come to your channel. I always feel happy when I watch your videos and they inspire me to do more and turn my life into something I would not regret. Lots of love to you sis

[@samwood9706]

I totally needed this wise words right now, Love u und the knowledge you're sharing Rowena ♥️

[@catastrophicblue]

very insightful. thanks Rowena ! 🖤

[@reverie6034]

This was really helpful. It opened my eyes to some things I’ve been avoiding for a long time. Thank you

[@28kijung]

Thank you. This saves me from myself lately.

[@Kylojulie89]

Your incredible... you are quickly becoming my go to for introspection, self growth, and healthy habits and thoughts. Thank you so much! Don’t stop!! ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️

[@vanshikasharma9712]

This is literally my favourite video, ever.

[@hebafh7083]

May you always have so much peace and happiness in your life

[@jimintae3284]

your smile at every opening video just makes me smile for some reason too!❤️❤️✨

[@juliatuzhilkov1216]

thank you for all your helpful tips and advice :)

[@NiharikaGuptasings]

The first person on the internet I've heard talking about friendship struggles. Honestly, I'm overwhelmed in the best way 💛

[@dorothytran2926]

I love your videos and I really felt that when you were talking about being overly judgmental. I was so critical of everything outside of myself in college and I definitely think it stems from shying away from dealing with yourself and all your problems. But yeah, love you friend!

[@bethbradley1994]

Just found your channel!! So happy love your energy!

[@anhnguyenquynh4365]

Thank you Ro. I've been watching you for a year and 1 month and I'm really feeling myself getting more mature along the way, living and thinking in healthy ways. Also I let go of redundant things, relationships and people ("trim the fat"). As Fel puts on her IG bio, we're outgrowing things to grow more from within. Just so you know. Love you guys!!!

[@atalyadeleon8636]

I comeback to this video, and still again thank you for sharing Rowena~~ blessed for you

[@bluebubble13]

My favorite go to channel :) THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@kekekhai]

Thank you, Rowena for this video! I have always struggled with my own mind and its pattern of finding and being fixated on things I do not like in people or things. In the end, being this self aware on my pattern, I then brought judgement and harsh criticism onto myself. Tbh it is really a struggle as it connects back to ego and sense of self and I questioned myself so much to a point of a vicious cycle of anxieties. As for the gratification bit, thank you for talking about cancel culture! There is a Vox video talking about how people are more divided with cancelling each other or trying to humiliate the other side into joining their side. Slowly though, I do see a shift in from cancel culture as people are starting to realize its countereffects instead.

[@rhionnainwood7234]

This video helped me so much today!

[@ChelseaArTunez]

Just wanted to send you a sweet short reminder than you are incredibly valuable and warm my heart every time I listen. Appreciate your sweet soul and impression muahhh😘

[@magicalatypical8454]

This video really helps to change my mindset, thank you for that x

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I love your channel!!

[@mariamanach5741]

Thank you for sharing your ideas ♥️ I cannot relate more to everything you said. Literally

[@anjuboogiekunful]

thank you Rowena :)

[@candidp9672]

It’s always so calming to hear your advices Rowena. Thankyou :) That video on mindset habits to handle insecurities, yup yup please make it whenever you’ve time. :) *hug hug*

[@kianamo2321]

Love you lots 💕 You always make me smile 🥰🥰

[@marssnow7985]

Thank you so much this is very eye opener

[@Sthefaniegoma]

Omg that quote tho you hurt because you're hurting that's so true and so deep. Only once we start looking inward we start realizing such things. I loved the video btw

[@peace_out_cause_i_here_to_2311]

I started watching her videos yesterday and I already love this bish ♥️🥺