can you work hard and live slowly?

[@jessicarothley]

early this year i prayed for months about the decision to start a channel, one day i listened to a podcast episode of yours that hit a nerve and just felt so much peace and encouragement. started 2 months ago and love it, cant wait to join your course and pour into myself and my work.

[@chantalyt]

How funny I subscribed to your channel a few weeks ago! It must have been suggested to me from Madi's channel! I LOVE your work!

[@MadisunGray]

I LOVE THIS 🙌🏽

[@suzettelorraine6993]

I'm a subscriber too!! ❤ Love this! Women supporting women and families. God is so faithful 💕

[@ShannonPearl11]

Scrolling these comments and see Jessica who I have devoured her videos lately! You're doing amazing Jessica!

[@Rowgirl89]

Yea Jessica girl! I’m a subscriber too! I followed u on Instagram years ago also.. u have soooo much to give and share. Keep going ur in such a great flow ❤

[@robertabozzolan206]

I work 8-4 in an office type of job, but I am lucky enough to do it from home most days and I am implementing a lot of changes that Madisun shared on her videos, in terms of minimalism and slow living. I start my morning slowly, taking my time to enjoy breakfast with my kids before they go to school / pre-school / summer camps, I then work on priorities, ensuring to take my breaks during the day, have lunch with my husband most days, doing laundry during certain work calls and from 4pm, completely disconnect from work and start enjoying the rest of the day with my family. From 4pm there is still a lot of time to spend with my family, we can go for walks, play outside if the wheather is ok, play lego and enjoy a meal all together. I'd love to be able to stay home and solely take care of my kids or just work a few hours per day, but I cannot afford it. My life may not be as nice as Madisun's, but her philosophy of life can be applied also on people living a more standard life. Since I started slowing my days, enjoying the simple things, caring less about stuff and more about feelings, spending more quality time with the kids, I am much happier!

[@Kimmy-rh1ry]

Your lifestyle is so relaxing. You are very fortunate that you can do this. Working from home is such a different dynamic. The chaos that comes with working outside the home is enormous, while still trying to manage a home, family, pets, schedules, etc. All while only being home a couple hours after work in the evenings..I feel like its easier to take things slow when you can make your own schedule. ...its almost impossible to take things slow and romanticize daily life when your up at 445 am to try to get everything done before work. , then not back till almost 6 pm and the chaos starts all over again. I need a course for busy working moms that work outside the home.

[@MadisunGray]

Or maybe you need to reasses if working outside the home is still aligned with your values anymore.

[@Kimmy-rh1ry]

It doesn't align with my values, but sadly, I am not trained in many vocations, I have no degree, and I have no clue what I would do as a stay at home worker.

[@Kimmy-rh1ry]

Sadly, this is the life and schedule for so many of us.

[@crystalsharp7370]

I pray that you can break free from this and find peace, sister! My husband puts it on himself to work while I stay home with the kids and homeschool. While we are well below the poverty line and there are still things in our life that I want to change, I am relieved to not live that 9-5 life. It’s worth the sacrifices we’ve had to make. I’ve thought about working from home but don’t even know where to start. No matter what you have to do I hope you find the support that you need! 🫶

[@Kimmy-rh1ry]

@@crystalsharp7370 thank you for that. . I'm praying too. Cost of living is so high here in nj, really everywhere. We both need to work. I don't know where to start to work from home. I have no real marketable skills. I'm just tired and worn out. It's so sad for most women that are just stuck

[@chantalyt]

You are the most inspiring person. I have watched all of your videos at least once. Many of them I watch regularly. Minimalism changed my life but it wasnt until your channel that I found slow living. Thank you for sharing your life to make other's, like mine, better.

[@MadisunGray]

This is so sweet 🥹 thank you ❤️

[@caitlinryder898]

Agreed!!!

[@TheMennomilist]

I love seeing how you are in your own environment while talking to us. It was fun. I have never seen anyone show their cute baby belly as much as you do (not a bad thing at all, just observing). Congratulations on the course that you have created. I definitely feel healthier as I age!! I'm 40 but am healthier than ever. The new make-up looks lovely on you!

[@gracedavis3372]

What a fun new blog format! I love it and I'm so excited about your new course! I've been eating up all your videos/podcasts about work for women. God's been tugging at my heart to start sharing what's in my heart through videos for several years, but I really struggled with imposter syndrome. But I'm now persuing it and am looking forward to learning all about it in your new course!

[@mariaandromanandrade5741]

Loved this format! Thank you! It still had the aspects that have drawn me to your videos…informative(quotes that get me thinking, podcast and makeup recs, ideas you had been thinking about, like sleep) and chilled out daily life(all the nature shots, morning mineral drink, home life). But it was extra fun to add in the vlog style.

[@amiewenzel6762]

I don't comment often but when I do, I say pretty much the same thing- you're just my favorite and I don't think there could be any type of video I wouldn't love to watch. I'm so happy to watch you evolve and grow and love learning from you. And think of you and that new baby often. Looks like that little one will be joining you soon. God's blessings, Madisun!!

[@emeliefoster3781]

Definitely please do another vlog like this! Loving the inspiration!

[@mf3610]

The pregnancy breath when talking is so relatable 😂 I’m not making fun at all I promise, just remembering experiencing it only half a year ago lol

[@MadisunGray]

😂

[@kellyway5388]

Lol, me too. I always had to work at taking nice long deep breaths.

[@TarrynS1]

YES!! So much YES to this style of video! Any Vlog/Ordinary day in the life style are my favorites of yours! ❤

[@MadisunGray]

❤️ thanks Tarryn

[@ChristysChannelYall]

I am watching this sitting on my covered patio during a strong thunderstorm. My poor tomato plant just fell over and is getting all the water he needs for the next five days 😂. I love this kind of video. It feels like girls just hanging out ❤

[@loganrenggli2871]

This was my favorite video! So fun just getting to hang out with you and see a day in your life. So much fun, authentic and relatable! Especially the makeup clips hahaha so relatable!

[@mjalphonse]

Can’t watch just yet, but a 30 MINUTE video from you? Heck yes! Can’t wait to cozy up and watch later!

[@MadisunGray]

Ready when you are ❤️

[@justinecaley]

Love this! This video felt like a hangout and I loved it so much. I hope you spoil us and make more 🫶🏼

[@thehomeboddie]

I'm sooooo excited you are launching this Madisun As someone who already makes money online, I admire your work and how it seems like you've cracked the code on doing this in alignment with our feminine essence

[@wlh4395]

Soo love ur channel and I have a similar story and I'm still finding my way in new slow living and more natural all the time . Background story both sides of my family were shoppers thrifters,and hoarders and not very good cleaners . I was the same way when I got married and started down that path . After having 2 under 3 and craziness of life I was unhappy with our home and the clutter and just the way it makes u feel so overwhelmed and like u can never keep up . After lots of podcasts , books, research, some library classes on minimalist slow living ; I found us slowing changing our living habits and welp 3 years later in the present we live in a lovely home that we remodeled ourselves and live extremely minimalist and a natural way of living and it is so much easier to enjoy life and keep up and the kids have such a better lifestyle .less is not less , less is more ! Slow and natural living has a deeper meaning that simplifies the areas in your life that usually overwhelm you . Also my son has health issues that even the best of best , johns Hopkins and Cleveland clinic haven't been able to help him we turned to homeopathic specialist and he is healthier and doing better than he ever has now !

[@FeistyMongoose]

The timing is sooo perfect. I'm a part time working mama who is dreaming about quitting the office life. But also feeling scared to jump into the unknown now that I have a family and a house and a "big girl job". But I believe in giving myself permission to venture into the unknown and follow the lily pads of my excitement. When you said you could picture the woman you're making this course for I got heart butterflies. I'm so excited to learn more

[@MadisunGray]

I’m so excited too!

[@Kay-lt3wx]

Wow! Yes yes yes and yes! Love this style of video from you!!! Thank you for taking time to bring us along!! ❤️

[@mamacocoonasmr]

LOVED all of this Madi! Your a beam of light. Especially in this season. LOVE

[@MadisunGray]

❤️

[@katiezotta8796]

Loved this style video. I love a lot of your content and I also love that this was kinda the first “vlog” style for you. It was way more enjoyable because you don’t do them often. Sometimes frequent vlogs become too much. P.S. I’m really excited for your new course!!!🎉

[@suzettelorraine6993]

I wanted to comment about your comment about sometimes not liking how you look and that you thought you did enough internal work to not have to deal with that. What helped me during those times and feelings is knowing that it is spiritual warfare and doing things like a mirror fast and praying through those times and just being really gentle with yourself the moment you recognize that negativite feeling about how you look. I believe it is a spiritual attack and just something we have to learn to rebuke quickly and give ourselves grace. ❤ Much love sister

[@jeffrinaledger8979]

Thanks for this comment. I’ve been really struggling with this for the past year.. I thought I was past it too… and I haven’t been able to shake it. Seeing it as spiritual warfare definitely helps to shift my perspective. ❤

[@Paheena1]

Good advice ❤

[@KatieManna]

You are so inspiring. Thank you for all that you share 🙏🏼 It’s refreshing to hear you speak about how you still say negative things to/about yourself even tho it feels like that stuff would go away after lots of internal work and growth. So relatable. And how you thought caring less about putting effort into your physical appearance would be good for your mental health, but wasn’t. Also, so relatable. I deeply appreciate the realness. Lots of Love!

[@chelseaa4728]

I love your normal videos best, particularly with clips of nature and voiceovers. But this was nice too 😊

[@brianamartin5303]

Loved this video and would love more like it! I love all your videos though, you inspire me and encourage me in each one! Thanks for being you🥰

[@laurarivett5931]

Yeses, loved this. I would also love to hear more about your parenting philosophy..approach...etc. How it all relates to slow living, minimalism etc.

[@Ash.Marie.]

Loved the vlog style video. I've been watching some of your old videos over this holiday. Truthfully I enjoy all of them, the vlog is nice to throw in the mix :) My favorites are probably the 10 item wardrobe, looking forward to your update on that! Great channel Madi, you're doing amazing work. 🌟

[@LivingMindfullyWithEve]

I love this super casual video! I'm defiantly going to be taking your new course! I've been struggling with working on my small Etsy business while also "trying" to start a KZbin channel as well as homeschooling and raising 2 little girls! It would be great to have the support and motivation and I always turn to your videos when I'm feeling stuck and down on myself! Much love!

[@ashleemagee3307]

Loved this type of video!! Very connective and love the new font types and styles you used in the 24 hour one too.

[@katiem4185]

Recently found your channel and this course sounds like what I've been looking for. Can't wait!! ❤

[@KaityB3]

This was so fun!! I love the vlog style ☺️

[@relaxationmusic..]

I always love the beginning of every video!

[@MadisunGray]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@nicky2908]

Me too !

[@ArchangelArchetypeOracle]

Beautiful… 🌻 loved the conversation about community and unashamedly feminine ways of living and working towards financial freedom. 🙏🏾

[@sarahwilliams3177]

I love watching your videos they make me think a new way. Confirming the desires way down in my heart.

[@jennahjensen9071]

I am totally a shower before dinner girl!! I really enjoyed this style video!

[@mjalphonse]

I could relate to an insane amount of this video 😆 Your next course sounds AMAZING Madisun! I am definitely intrigued, and have been thinking A LOT lately about how unsatisfying my 9-5 job is. I have NO idea what to do instead, but have been in prayer a lot about it.

[@Dana-mb1hd]

I’m having a rough morning Madisun so thank you for putting things into perspective for me❤

[@MadisunGray]

You got this!

[@haleymakarov1655]

And I absolutely loved this style hang out video!! 💕

[@TammyFernsYT]

I really enjoyed hanging out with you while I had my coffee this morning ☺️ I love the quote, it’s so true.

[@MadisunGray]

❤️❤️

[@vanesssxoxo]

Hi Maddie! I’ve been following you for a while now and I love your vlogs! Even the videos you used to make a while back just filming what’s happening in your everyday life with the kids is so inspiring ❤

[@trinitiehendricks]

this is so beautiful and inspiring! love this style of video! 🤎🤎🤎

[@saragoetze6204]

I cannot wait for your new course!!

[@MadisunGray]

Yes 🙌🏽 me too!

[@rebeccaauer6375]

Thank you for your open words and for sharing the humaness in you.

[@annabelle4128]

Hahahah the eyelid mascara! I love that you always have this I AM THE SAME! I don’t know why/how but always get it on my lids!

[@michelleleigh007]

I loved this video 😊 was very cool watching you do your thing while you're casually chatting away ❤ thanks for sharing Xx

[@MadisunGray]

I'm so glad!

[@stephanieharless9120]

Only one minute in so far. But you are just the cutest. Love that baby bump too much 😍

[@amandamorris4033]

So .. your super aesthetic videos are always amazing... But this relaxed vibe is fantastic!! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@MadisunGray]

So glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@deeh7105]

Yes more vlogs like this. ❤

[@Nicoleshum]

Love watching all your videos. I love the constant reminder to slow down. Have you tired the Monat mascara? It’s amazing.

[@mikaylariley7]

I love the vlog style video🫶🏻

[@Radicalmadre]

Best type of video!!!

[@sarahcomeau7745]

Loved the vlog style! Haha I made a yolky latte and a bowl of cherries to sit down and watch/ eat with you…21st century things? So inspired by you and learning how to slow down myself in motherhood. Just had my 3rd babe in January and I’m about to open an Etsy Shop! Thank you for all the work you put into sharing with us

[@ashmac26]

Loved this type of video so much! x

[@MadisunGray]

❤️❤️

[@fffocusnl]

Awhh 🥺 I loved this so much! It felt like hanging out with a friend!

[@MadisunGray]

Love that ❤️ thank you.

[@gretelkettle3838]

Super loved this video!! Thank you!

[@elisabethensor8460]

I’m so excited for this course! My husband was let go from his job back in May and I’ve realized I wish I had more streams of income coming in to help out ❤ I have a literature based Oklahoma history curriculum that’s sold this summer and helped alot for bills coming in but I want more resources I’ve created for others to buy like you do! I loved your fall magazine so much! I just love your content so much friend ❤

[@stephanieharless9120]

That view is so dreamy!

[@danielle_rb]

DIME mascara! I'm so excited for your course!

[@jeseniapoissant]

I love all your videos! This was a nice change watching you vlog! I would love to see more vlogs on homeschooling, what your day to day is like etc. It really felt like we were hanging out. It feels relatable! Your course sounds amazing, I know you talk about money mindset but i'm hoping it could be affordable for stay at home moms who don't work (me) or maybe even a payment plan! I am very interested in your course and would love to get it. Your videos always relax me.

[@KathKeel]

Super excited for your upcoming course, you truly inspire.

[@jackg4226]

Girl you are truly beautiful inside and out ❤ I am 52 and have learned so much from you 😊I feel like this vlog is more relatable and loved it🎉

[@MadisunGray]

I'm so glad! ❤️

[@ashleynichols3010]

Mascara.... I like the Pacifica mascara!! The dark brown ❤

[@theparttimehomemaker]

What a BEAUTIFUL airbnb. I've only recently started buying clean makeup again- loving Ilia at the moment.

[@OnelineadaywithLaura]

Me too! I love mornings ❤😊 It's nice that you got samples for make-up because from what I see(maybe it's tricky the light) that foundation it's not your color. Maybe you need a little darker. Oh yes!!! Everyday at noon I take a nap like italians(I'm from Romania-Europe) 😂 sometimes it's 15 minutes, today was 2 hours. ❤

[@MadisunGray]

Sounds dreamy ❤️

[@brittanylynns]

Can’t wait for the new course! 🎉

[@MadisunGray]

Me too!!

[@gabzilove]

Thank you for being an inspiration

[@MadisunGray]

❤️

[@kellyway5388]

Great video! I loved the piano music! Do you have a link for it? I try to have relaxing music playing in the evenings while preparing dinner.

[@hifrienditslex]

I am so unbelievably, beyond excited for you & for me & for this course & for us all 🥹 grateful for you, girl. Ugh- I don’t have adequate words but I’m inspired and grateful. Thank You, Jesus!! For reallll 🤍🤍🤍

[@JoyBarber-xr5yl]

Love this type of video! Love your adorable belly! Thanks for sharing a piece of your life and thoughts with us ❤️

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you!

[@darrahochoa]

Loved this video! Do you remember what the sleep book was called?

[@michelleclawlor]

Lovely vlog. Beautiful sinshine, quiet and relaxed. As a working mum in rainy Ireland its difficult to relate and hard to think of slowing down. Some tips for busy Mam's, working, getting kids to school, like a lot of the world, would be really appreciated. But love your sunny vlog, bring it on. Love your work

[@MadisunGray]

Thanks Michelle ❤️

[@lifewithlarsandsusie8315]

Beautiful house! I sure enjoyed being pregnant even though it is hard too. That work vacation looks so relaxing at the end of your pregnancy!

[@MichelleNovalee]

I’m eating breakfast with you. Old fashion oats with cacao and raspberries. This is fun. ♥️

[@MadisunGray]

YES 🙌🏽

[@miriamhochstetler9194]

Love this video. Definitely buying your course

[@MadisunGray]

Glad to hear it!

[@sagecurates]

Completely understood where you are coming from with curling your hair have you considered some of The curlers / rollers for a heatless option there are many on Etsy and they're really easy to use. I absolutely love your content && definitely this video. It's so awesome how refreshed you look In this video.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@eileenagustin7152]

Great video to start my morning, thank you!

[@MadisunGray]

So glad you enjoyed it 👋🏽

[@hayleymar]

What a cool spot that airbnb is! Do you happen to remember the title of the book about sleep?

[@Kimmy-rh1ry]

.....also, the makeup loos beautiful on you. I'm attempting to go more natural with my makeup and have a more natural, minimal look, so I ordered the samples and the blush in rosey. Thanks for sharing the items with us.

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you!!

[@silkedevlieghere5516]

Oh i’m looking forward to this course

[@MadisunGray]

Me too! ❤️

[@yakinamariacasteleyn5176]

Love this video! ♥️

[@ashleevaughn9136]

I have been following you for a while. Any tips on where to find recipes i dont have any social media but youtube.

[@LGrothier]

There is makeup out there with bad ingredients, however, people forget that a lot of those products are made by chemists and just because a specific ingredient is on the list, does not necessarily mean it is affecting you negatively in the final product. A lot of “natural” and “non-toxic” makeup can be just as harmful (like skipping out on preservatives for example). Just something to keep in mind!

[@BridgeOfLifeStudio]

I loved this style of video, feels more like we get to hang out with you 😊

[@saragoetze6204]

What is the piano music playing during the intro? Would love to get the sheet music :)

[@caitlyndawn]

Love the longer video!

[@MadisunGray]

❤️ thanks Caitlyn

[@ERICA850]

You're breathing reminds me of being 9 months pregnant. I dont miss it 😂 had my 5th baby in July

[@julialatulipe]

Love this vibe

[@shelbywilder8552]

Okay but when is this course coming out… I need it now. I have an interview for going back to work after 3 years of staying home and I hate the idea….

[@kellyroberts1225]

I remember being that pregnant not too long ago. I was hating every second of it as i was pregnant with twins. You look the complete opposite of me. So at peace. Pregnancy looks great on you. Hope you have a healthy remainder of your Pregnancy and an easy and wonderful birth experience.

[@kristicrawford-o2g]

Mady can you do a monthly membership with your courses .. love you and your content !! ❤

[@evarosegger631]

❤ I am doing my make-up watching your Videos 😂😂

[@sammiche]

❤ you need to know your prego bawd is amazing & beautiful !

[@nclpellegrini]

Love this!❤

[@MadisunGray]

❤️

[@2ks.]

Hi Madisun, thank you for making inspiring videos. Genuinely curious - what kind of cookware do you use? (I noticed the aversion to non-stick cookware in the beginning of the video). I feel like you give great common sense advice and avoid exposure to extra chemicals so I'm very much interested to know your cookware choice and reason why . Thanks!

[@melodieschellenberg906]

Enjoyed it!

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you!

[@marf1999]

So lovely and relaxed

[@MadisunGray]

Thank you ❤️

[@kateysaunders4567]

Beautiful!...thank you. Xx

[@MadisunGray]

❤️

[@maryelizabeth6542]

This was a fun video. Such a relaxing, peaceful place. I think the makeup is pronounced Araza instead of Azara. You made me want to try it. I too have wasted soooo much money on toxic makeup in the wrong shades and various brushes. Good marketing makes us think we need those things. I'm starting to look at more natural products now. I think I tried that same brow pencil and didn't like it either. The pencil was too thick and is unable to be sharpened. I laughed when you said, "I'm not even going to tell you about it." You are so charming and cute. Your course sounds intriguing, and I look forward to taking it.

[@MadisunGray]

Yes I have been pronouncing it wrong 😂 Can’t wait for this course to be out there!

[@carolinalaguna8807]

Te amo tanto madi🎉 gracias por enseñarme tanto ,se que de la mano de Dios un dia por fin podre tener mi casita pero mientras tanto no me amargare y vivire muy feliz con lo que tengo 😊😊❤

[@MadisunGray]

❤️❤️ gracias!

[@shannonbrabon8446]

Maddy I would love to do this course. I’m in the middle of starting a business. I love ur channel. Sign me up