Changing to a Flip Phone changed my Life

[@ChristinaLConway]

The irony of watching this video on my smart phone, while totally agreeing with everything you're saying and yearning for simpler times that I remember from my youth 😅

[@Mr.Datree_1989]

😂fr

[@chamsou4game-ds3wl]

I make awesome and fantastic gaming clips. Are there any who love games and support young talents? and thx ur video is BEt😀

[@maria-hz6xg]

this is literally the smartest idea ever. no one realises how much social media and our phones take away from having a meaningful and productive life. you also miss all those little moments because youre just stuck on that phone.

[@leahcimolrac1477]

I miss how cheap my wireless bill was when I had a flip. Everyone here in NYC has had a smartphone for a long time. I held out as long as I could. It’s become pretty useful at my job, so unfortunately there’s no turning back.

[@lleaaablr]

You saying "dont be afraid of the silence" almost made me cry because mannn am I afraid of the silence but I´m working on it. ANYWAYS so glad you uploaded this video honestly perfect timing! Thank you soooso much gracie you always inspire me and remind me of the important things

[@gracieKASMR]

I’m a little scared of it still too❤

[@Mr.Datree_1989]

@@gracieKASMR your the best!

[@charli-gbc]

I love you Gracie K. This is the social media influence this world needs.

[@infinitydreamzz]

When ironically she is telling us to disconnect from social media 😊 but I guess if we were to spend any time, it would be best spent consuming this kind of content

[@chamsou4game-ds3wl]

I make awesome and fantastic gaming clips. Are there any who love games and support young talents? and thx ur video is BEt😀

[@3vergreens]

The takeaway: 1. Be aware of how you spend you time 2. Notice what your chasing 3. Put your value in things that are important 4. Don't be afraid of the silence 5. Put your phone down... and listen :)

[@Nnyrb609]

Scrolling online puts me in a terrible mood because there are always some people saying hateful/cruel things and I feel like they get away with it because it’s online. I don’t often meet those horrible people in person, but online you see it every couple videos, in every comment section, etc. Human face to face interaction are often much kinder than interactions online. The internet just brings out the worst in people because it’s so impersonal

[@ilovecats0998]

So true

[@jindipity4772]

They say that online reflects real life, those kind people you see irl could secretly comment the most horrendous thing on someone's post or something. Even worse, there are illegal group chats where actual crimes are committed, those chats has many members and they probably look decent on the outside. This makes me paranoid but I still believe good people are the majority

[@Nnyrb609]

@@jindipity4772 ugh wow! That’s so bad!

[@-TyrannosaurusRex-]

This is the smartest video I’ve ever seen on KZbin! I personally think that “downgrade the phone” actually means upgrade your life! You’re so brave doing it and getting out of that comfort zone of endless scrolling and wasting your time. I think I should think more about my screentime and social media and you inspired me to not listening to music during walks or watching videos while eating. Thank you! ❤

[@zivilisationsmuede]

you’re so right about your mind just constantly needing stimulation!! i‘ve deleted tiktok about 3 years ago and NEVER missed it, only to realize that i was compensating with instagram and youtube the whole time! why is it so hard to let go of the things that don’t serve us? i am still trying to find an answer for that question for myself, but maybe going on a phone detox will help :) thank u!!

[@gracieKASMR]

I love hearing your experience, thank you!

[@mollypicklesimer5906]

“I’m happy with the loop I created for myself “ ❤ this was a beautiful video with so many great messages! Thank you for the reminders Gracie

[@gracieKASMR]

You are so welcome! Much love ❤

[@user-mm3sd3uh6y]

@@gracieKASMR which city are you living in now?

[@openlybookish]

You have such a joy shining out of you. Glad KZbin recommended your channel.

[@purplesplee]

Love this Gracie!! I've been rocking older Blackberry phones for a bit of a "downgraded" experience the past few years and it is so much better for my mental health. Keep on rocking it!

[@trisham22333]

"Old Flippy & I" lol haha 😂 you are so funny Gracie ! Thank you for always inspiring us to enjoy life's precious moments not glued to our phone!! 🥰🥰 I watch the Cottage Fairy's channel for that very reason as well 😇

[@KendiKenASMR]

So relatable whenever I delete social media I spend more time looking at my pictures or email 😂 amazing video 💗💗

[@broh9000]

I deleted all social media and everything else on my phone, I only have WhatsApp and youtube for asmr. My life really changed, onestly im the tipe of guy that dont belive when someone says "my life changed" but this is true, at least for me. I recommend anyone to delete all social or switching to a flip phone(even better). Really life changing.

[@gracieKASMR]

That’s really awesome, go you! I have what’s app on my tablet so I can communicate with people I’ve met abroad. It truly does change your life. Pretty cool how one decision has that much power for a positive change.

[@MyCatsHeadBlewUp]

I did this 5 years ago. I am now the smartest person on the platform.

[@MyCatsHeadBlewUp]

Your mind will get stronger. Attention span will increase, provided your phone is not a distraction outside the house. You will become more sociable, more aware. Your judgment will sharpen. Whittle it like a tool.

[@wasszumteufel]

Dear Gracie, you truly are an inspiration! The words you choose to say are really valuable and touched me. I appreciate you. The last months felt a lot like i was out of touch with my surroundings, myself, friends and family and nature. But for a while now i try to reflect on how i can change my day to day life so i feel like really experiencing it. Most of the time it feels like everything around me happens so fast. But when i think of that, i try to slow down for a bit and often i realised that everyone around me isn't truly being in the present, myself included. Just watching the sun light or observing animals or flowers and trees helps me notice things i experienced in my childhood. When all i could think about was how the grass smelled, the tree felt, the birds singing and the berries tasted. I want to includ those aspects more in my life. TRULY EXPERIENCING THE PRESENT.

[@Matthew-rq6ob]

Hi there. Glad you joined the group. I have had my Kyocera flip phone for almost a year. I am 31. I use a smartphone as a tablet and only at home. My sim and my info attached to floppy micgilins( yes that's his name) and I love the peace and joy I have in my life again. Keep on going Gracie you've got a subscriber.

[@sofiechristensen433]

I actually deleted instagram, KZbin and Facebook off of my phone and have noticed a significant difference just in that. My screentime would before be 6-9 hours and now it's cut all the way down to 1,5 hours a day. A significant improvement that I can for sure tell is helping my mental health a lot!

[@heinzkirkpatrick4528]

I love how encouraging you are, Gracie! The encouragment to get rid of the bad habits that we all have in our daily lives, and to be more open with the real world. And not to mention, getting to spend time with God. This was wonderful video! Please keep on making these!🙂👍

[@Adinda.1407]

You've grown up hun, i remember when you were 14

[@ChristinaLConway]

What a beautiful, thoughtful video. You're wise beyond your years! ❤

[@sunasmr2671]

I'm crying, touched, it makes me to appreciate more about life and love myself more, thanks gracie ❤!

[@paulacisternas7321]

Thank you for this beautiful message. I'll definitely try to disengage from social media after this ❤

[@gracieKASMR]

I believe in you!

[@shatteredteeth]

i realized social media is always trying to sell us something,, even an unrealistic idea of what life should look like, like all those staged aesthetically pleasing videos or the ideal "day in my life"/ "morning" routines. all those videos are the exact same its so boring to watch. consumerism is at an all time high right now, products & plastic surgery & influencer "hustle & grind" live-fast lifestyles being shoved in our face. & not to mention everything is just so filtered/edited nowadays, literally nothing on the internet feels authentic or raw!! except 4 u ofc

[@rileighjohnson420]

This is actually a super revolutionary message. I think a lot of people are going to follow in your footsteps. We as a society are desperate for this to stop. I just recently deleted all apps off my iPhone and have been more mindful of how often I use it, for me having all the music I want on one app is too much for me to let go even though I’d love to revert back to records and cds, I’m often on the go when I listen to music, I also think about the times I’ll need gps and instead of getting a bunch of new gadgets I’d rather keep my phone but I’m definitely done with all social medias. I deleted facebook, instagram and TikTok years ago but made the extra effort to delete things like Pinterest, KZbin (I do have it on an iPad ), Reddit and Snapchat because I could get just as lost on those apps if I wanted to. It does feel boring and almost stressful at first but slowly you realize it’s actually so much more peaceful and you feel more control of your day and self. Thanks for sharing it’s going to start an impactful change I just know it !

[@freelynn2936]

Coool gracie!!! This is awesome! Proud of you and how far you’ve come!

[@corriestuck7928]

Woohoo! Speak it girl! Thanks for doing this and for sharing your experience!

[@sparkyysmp]

such a great video and great message! These days people become so consumed by their devices that they forget to live. they forget to apriciate the things that are right Infront of them.

[@user-gc6jj3xt3e]

This vídeo was so inspiring! Thanks a lot! Xoxo from Brasil 💚

[@JoelGarland-fg3hh]

Good job! The serenity you feel is amazing , no distractions no anxiety , you notice everything , it’s like you’re blinded your whole life and now you can see.

[@ltltornado3337]

You are adorable and funny! This was a great video, reminded me of my life in the 90's!

[@AhavaBeauty31]

I completely agree!! 🎉❤ you start to pay more attention to everything and realize how much smart phones suck your attention away for sometimes meaningless things. I have been using a flip phone for almost a week and will keep using it. I honestly don’t miss my smartphone other than for playing music.

[@inasillygoofymood]

your channel is exactly what i wanna do too!! everything u do from asmr to getting a flip phone!! so glad u just came up in my recommended

[@fqx4nne]

this is something i truly enjoyed watching. ive been trying (still am) to get rid of my social media addiction. its got ups and downs as in deleting it, clearly, and ive always had the fear that id miss out on stuff, when i really didnt (and still am not). this is such a delight to watch and i loved this. how you explained your journey, your comments on this topic, your reassurance, everything.

[@paularc1899]

Thanks for sharing what I always KNEW! PLEASE keep on sharing Giant Freckle!

[@wadeb160]

That's a pretty inspiring video. It carries a deep & meaningful message. To me, it's that there's more to life than just a smart phone/social media & that we need to allocate time for everything in our lives. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@LianneASMR]

wow, this video hits different from ALL video's i've ever watched on KZbin. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing. It feels like you've woken up me. Your video's are the most inspirational for me at the moment when it goes to spending your time well. I wonder if you will ever make asmr videos again or if you have closed that chapter? I watched your video about you deleting social media, but it wasn't clear to me if you were quitting ASMR :) Gracie, you are a BEAUTIFUL human being.

[@clomariem]

I needed this. Usually for Lent I give up all my social media and it’s so freeing. Thank you. I am going to do this again

[@MeezyPeezy]

I'm recovering from shoulder surgery and came across your gratitude video. The comments are turned off but I just want to say it was such a breath of fresh air Dealing with insomnia and that video put me in a peaceful state even if just for a few minutes So thank you

[@oscarnoirvariedadyentreten3911]

I love your way of seeing life, hugs from Argentina🇦🇷

[@Nanameizu]

such a heartwarming message, thank you i needed this

[@ailynpineda__]

I absolutely love this, such a positive influence 🤍 may God continue to bless you!!🙏🏽

[@favv.hanonii]

This is so positive because im super addicted to my phone and its the whole day im on it and i am bored when ever im not on it and i cant even study and cant control my time i stay up to watch my phone but by listening to you i feel like i should have more self control .

[@gracieKASMR]

I believe in you! Start with little steps ❤

[@favv.hanonii]

@@gracieKASMR thank you 🤍🤍

[@shuwen7633]

I highly recommend everyone to watch this video!! This is so cool Gracie!

[@adeadmushroom7894]

You‘ve constantly been an inspiration for me for the last 5 years and you continue to be!! I‘m so excited to see that we chase the same values

[@joshuaddt]

happy for you , we need more ppl to think this way

[@alyssag1312]

Love ur energy!!And the contents ofc😊❤

[@peace2808]

beautiful soul and inspirational ❤

[@sssophie9292]

The irony of getting an iphone ad at the end of this 😅. Thank you for this reminder, Gracie. Put your phone down, embrace the quiet, the stillness. Listen. Explore. I used to like your asmr videos because of the natural/friendly vibe, make you feel calmer and better. These new ones are a breath of fresh air, and we thank you for making content you're interested in. 😊

[@Cowboy-Trucking61]

Get an ad blocker that works on youtube.

[@Silverritter]

This video did indeed help me. Thanks for your cheerful charackter

[@FoxxFilmzz]

you have been such an inspiration to me for so many years and this video is the epitome of it -- you have such meaningful things to say and such wisdom that everyone can learn and grow from! thank you for your lovely corner of the internet 💛

[@itscaptainlisa]

I love this. I hope this reaches a lot of people and inspires them to go offline a more.

[@HighlandHippie]

Well done! Enjoy the newfound happiness of engagement in your real interests. This video is inspiring.

[@nicoladugan4721]

Absolutely correct in what you say X x you are fantastic Keep doing what you’re doing Love from over the pond in the uk x x

[@juanita.banana]

Thanks for uploading this vid cause it's the push i needed to switch to a flip phone. only accessing the internet through a laptop sounds amazing for my mental health ngl

[@felienmusic]

this energy is so lovely!

[@arden.b]

This is such a good video!! Miss you!

[@user-yo9rj8wk4y]

It is so irony that I simultaneously watch this video through my phone.

[@DomBloch]

You remind me of Merida from Disney. A beautiful free soul. And I love it!

[@isabelstrauss758]

I come back to your channel once in a while and realise how time passes, I still like your videos the same like I did 6 years ago

[@devilinme7231]

You inspire me

[@alyaadeelkwt]

Thank you for this useful video, we all need to take a break from the phone and social networking sites.

[@JoshuaCasey]

perhaps you do. But for autistic people like me, social media sites is (unfortunately) the only socializing that we get to have in our lonely lives

[@Happylandzay]

Your amazing Gracie🥰 when I first started watching your Asmr videos .. I knew you were going to impact the world in a huge way just by shining your light ✨💛🌻✨

[@Pondpickle247]

I’ve literally thought about how beneficial this would be for the longest time! Unfortunately social media is a tool I need as I am a tattoo artist, but I find myself glued to my screen way too much.

[@sherlockholmess.2148]

I would do this, but my home life is so stressful that social media is the only escape, but when I do move out I will definitely try this. For now though, I think I’ll get a flip phone for when I hang out with my friends, so that I can be present

[@vic-ek3vq]

this video kinda opened my mind. thanks for sharing ❤

[@krr5388]

Gracie i am very intrigued by how you’ve come to live your life, thank you for sharing it with us.

[@djungariangrowler1241]

Thank you for this words..

[@meganmcleod6152]

i agree with all of this but will not be partaking. i would lose connection to so many online friends and i would lose lots of joy i get. plus i don’t live in a beautiful place like you so my world would just be work sleep and a silent house but ur decision fits you so well and feels like the natural progression your life was meant to take

[@milleypana9408]

This!! Like seeing this is a very gracie thing but me i could never fully cut my phone out of my life but I've been trying somewhat to be more productive with my time on it

[@meganmcleod6152]

@@milleypana9408 that’s awesome

[@haydenpinch]

This came at the perfect time. Right when I was thinking about deleting all social media

[@corirussell3778]

Wow! This is beautiful❤

[@Lisanathaliex]

Your such an inspiration ❤

[@mahaselena]

on my flip phone journey now too!! love this video

[@LIFEAFTERPARENTS-gu2zf]

Wise beyond your years, your on the right track 😊

[@user-yo9rj8wk4y]

In the modern society people can't avoid to connect with people through social media more or less and the isolation between people and people is gaining stronger and stronger which makes people become more addicted to the smart phone. I am so glad that Gracie realize that and choose to change that.

[@fennabinksma904]

I’ve been thinking about doing this for over a year. I think I’m really going to do it now. I’m so done with wasting my time, but I’m worried about it making things more difficult. Thank you for this video, it’s really encouraging

[@luiscalcocer]

You just changed a life. Thank you.

[@katnon]

I’m planning on downgrading to a flip phone too so this came at a perfect time!

[@martagobbi8525]

You're always a great example❤

[@de.d3_]

That was so motivating❤️

[@rowanwindhamburke]

I need to use my phone less. I won’t go flip phone because of things for college, things like schedules, airplane tickets, doctors information, and things like that that they have changed to be automated through your phone. But this made me realize I DEFINITELY need to decrease my scroll time. I am addicted to the noise, and I think a lot of us are afraid of the silence. But I need to try. I quit vaping after being addicted for three years and I recovered from an ED, so I know I can do this too. And you’ve inspired me to try. ❤

[@user-tl5cc9ir9b]

i always love your positivity ❤❤ wanna be your flower children forever

[@audreyp261]

GRACIE I HAVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT DOING THIS FOR WEEKS OMG… you’re such an inspiration.

[@andreah6441]

omg diría que me quiero desconectar como tú; pero al contrario creo que estás muy conectada con el mundo, la naturaleza y las cosas tan lindas de la vida que realmente quisiera dar estos baby steps y empezar a hacer cosas que me den esa felicidad 🧚🏼‍♂️🫶🏼

[@michellebaker7953]

You are sooooo wise beyond your years - THANK YOU for this breath of FRESH air😃!

[@cillasbug4183]

I need this video to play every morning honestly

[@Dead_FairyPrincess4637]

I'm definitely contemplating getting a blackberry again after this video especially for how nostalgic it'll be 💫💫💫

[@savy_Cos]

Ive been watching Grace K for 5-6 years its been a long time, and seeing her growth and her calmness makes me think

[@kellyr.1817]

Thank you for making this video. I agree with her 100% and I have been living like that for many years but keep in mind, you may have a flip phone or perhaps even just a house phone but can still get distracted or waste time by watching too much television and being on the computer/laptop for too long just like people did during the time when there was only flip phones. So either way, take more time to read more books, get out in nature, hobbies, interact with others in person & etc 😊👍

[@spookydex]

I loved the video! I was wondering what podcasts or videos you have been watching that you can recommend that follows this topic. Btw I follow you since 2018 and it's so nice to see your development as a human being through these years. Much love♡

[@very.happy.ben.]

I went back to a Nokia and it really helped with *relearning* how to use technology in a helpful way. I feel like growing up computers were only for utility or learning but somewhere along the line it became an unhealthy obsession that I thought was giving me a purpose; devices like tape recorders, film cameras, flip phones, and even typewriters are almost like a grounding exercise in the realm of streamlined in your face dopamine tech. I feel like using old/ downgrade/ dumb devices dont even need to be a permanent thing, just a window into more productive usecases. Cause I dont think there is anything inherently wrong with having faster computer parts and a higher quality camera, but what is usually pushed alongside those things... social media and scrolling endlessly!

[@very.happy.ben.]

o yeah great vid :D

[@lidaaaaaa]

Мне кажется, с более простыми и старыми устройствами мы больше ценим конкретные вещи - музыку, учёбу, фото/видео. Потому что старые устройства предназначены для конкретных целей и для них нужно выделять время и место - от того процесс прослушивания музыки, например, становится более ценным, что-ли. Мы выделяем этому пространство и внимание, только этому.

[@abbiedusciuc499]

I've been wanting to do this! love this type of influencing

[@Mscutie9323]

I tried to do this but working with an old phone was so hard 😂. I agree with everything you said. Smart phones wastes so much of your time. Yes there are positives but for me there are more negatives. We miss so much of the world You’ve motivated me to try again

[@petscraftsandwonderfulthin1279]

Just make sure you have a tablet or laptop or something. You'll have access to internet and the world, but they're not as easy to pull out of your pocket and check and scroll through constantly. I have a flipphone, but use my laptop for almost everything. Haha.

[@nina.sauvage]

For me, deleting social media was enough. The anxiety was gone, I had some time back, it helped not ever procrastinate anymore : i was either working, planning, resting or having fun. Sound much better than scrolling.

[@malfunctionnnn]

this video was so refreshing! your channel has inspired me for years, and now it just might inspire me into downgrading too 😆as a bonus, i think flip phones look way cooler than smartphones

[@belikeher429]

Love this for you, I’ve been considering too!! My concerns are: how do you map yourself places? Does your phone support that? And I need a music app on my flip phone 😅. Also restaurant QR codes?? Digital boarding passes?

[@petscraftsandwonderfulthin1279]

Like I suggested to someone else in the comment section... Consider the phone I have, a CAT flip phone from Best Buy. Bought mine online. Made for workers, so it's a flip and heavy duty. Haha. It's an android and touchscreen, but the screen is so small that it's not tempting to download apps or do any scrolling. Haha. But it has maps and music and everything else you'd need like a regular phone.

[@Cora-zf8in]

I have a flip phone too! I love mine and have had a flip phone for over 5 years. And dont worry, texting gets much easier. I can do it with my eyes closed now!

[@flower_childd]

WOW! You are speaking nothing but the truth. The amount of time we all spend on our phones scrolling instead of interacting with others or going on adventures is actually insane. I may do this, not gonna lie.

[@viktoriab.5]

i love this concept

[@kenfreeman8888]

Genius. Inspiring video. Thanks for sharing.