Do Nothing, Achieve Everything. Here’s why we all need to slow down for a bit.

[@nicky_bee]

I've recently become the queen of doing nothing 😎 Feel much better and less anxious now

[@JeanVoronkova]

hey man that's awesome haha love the vibe from your comment :) - always good to be mentally in a better place every once in a bit! enjoy!

[@mylife5237]

'It's not about finishing the race, it's about enjoying the journey.' How enlightening that is.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks for the kind note, I’m glad that line struck a chord in you 🌻

[@Johanneslol11]

I always do this every day when I ride bike. 😊 Or going for a walk.

[@markgorhk]

thanks for this video Jean... I have been following your and other Bali residents lives for a couple of months now and completely agree with your outlook... even though I am an organised and quite laid back person, I have far too much pressure in my life.. brought on by, unfortunately, a spouse who considers material possessions to be the measure of happiness and completely missing the good life we have with two beautiful young children... I have been based in HK a long while... things not the same in HK anymore as well... so... listening to you comments and watching your lifestyle has me investigating how I can simplify life, so long as I can still provide quality (education etc) to the kids moving forward... thanks... look forward to the next video!

[@JeanVoronkova]

Hi Mark, thanks for the kind note. I’ve been stationed in Hk for work before and personally found it a very mentally trying place! Like you said, the mentality of many there didn’t really resonate hehe. Recognising the root of the issue that’s making you unhappy is already a good step forwards, I’m sure you’ll find your way through this feeling and make a better plan forward 🌻

[@samoesineevmire]

Hello from Russia! How similar we love nature and, most importantly, LIFE! I agree you need to slow down, stop and enjoy.

[@justintan596]

Great video. Happiness is not just about chasing materialism, but about leaving the place better than the one we inherited. Those who do self reflection will find more meaning in their lives, and making time for the right priorities will help one achieve happiness.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks Justin, I agree, n I do think contemplation is a very important part of life that’s increasingly left behind these days in all the melee

[@ryanlim8013]

Yeah agree, we all try so hard to show we are constantly achieving… it’s so great to do nothing and just enjoying the moment ❤

[@JeanVoronkova]

IKR, esp in SG I think. It’s just how the wheel turns here so even when I’m here in SG it starts seeping through to affect my mentality as well. Slippery slope!

[@ryanlim8013]

@@JeanVoronkova Haha try staying another month in SG, its getting worst 😆

[@mamaliping]

Thank you Jean for the heartfelt messages...I can relate as a Singaporean in the U.S....the highlights of my daily life include drinking tea, cooking, doing laundry, watching shows that light me up, and have a deep restorative sleep.

[@JeanVoronkova]

That sounds lovely n I’m glad u found that in the US. Some of my friends working in NY r having the super high stress kinda life lol. So nice u enjoy slow living there

[@dominichill1492]

This is why I love you're videos. Because you always have a beautiful message and great points you articulate in you're videos. I want to thank you Jean for being such a inspiration to me as well sweetheart.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u Dom for always being so supportive of everything we create - I really appreciate how you’re always there!

[@juozuks]

Jean, Thank you for your video and for your thoughts. "Dolce far niente" is an italian phrase, "the sweetness of doing nothing". In modern society status of being busy = successful... it is amazing how conditioned our minds are. And we start feel guilty when we not busy.. It is amazing how much inertia our mind has, it could take so much time to realize that nothing wrong with doing nothing...

[@simplica1]

You are really good at breaking down the little feelings that I too have had but was unable to comprehend, to express or explain at the time! I like how you are able to envisage what you want to achieve in life even without specific career goals.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks for this note I have that same feeling of happiness when I read stuff by others n they crystallise weird little feelings that has flitted through my mind for me!

[@rezeki78]

It is good to slow down, take that break to connect with nature, to adsorb with its beauty. Good for the soul. And these are found in simple living.

[@JeanVoronkova]

These days even in Bali living a retired life I still can't get slow enough 😂 but i"m grateful for the life we have :)

[@rezeki78]

@@JeanVoronkova Maybe, you are by nature a super active person. Fortunately, living a simple lifestyle in Bali, to adsorb in the beauty of nature helps much to balance your body/mind complex.

[@marcodotmar]

DeStressed is when damaged in done to health; not getting into unnecessary cadence driven stress is more important, a fully own dictate pace and listening to our body and mind is magical.

[@cryptolife77]

Jean Voronkova, This is the best channel to bring perspective to your life, its so relaxing and brings amazing reflection on life, besides you have an amazing narration voice, you would be perfect for audio book narration, your husband is very lucky to have a wife with a great outlook in life, best wishes.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u 🦋😍🙏

[@CyndyTangerineyyyy]

Rest & relaxation is very important!

[@flexwingadventures]

Yes Jean... that's it... "racing to the finish line", ... that's another thing I'm suffering from. Thank you for this video - far out I need more of this stuff.

[@JeanVoronkova]

🌹

[@jonalyntamayo6079]

Do nothing and enjoy every moments makes sense to me deeply.

[@NadiaDubininaValues]

Every day meditation is the best way to slow down, reflect and become aware of who you are rather then just consuming again and again new objects of perception. Great video and all the best!

[@Tsingtaoist]

I loved this video. The comment about reaching the end and it being a shame to miss all those bits in between because we didn’t stop to appreciate them. Your words are so wise. Thank you 🙏

[@ArielleDalia]

I agree! Especially living in New York, I always feel like everyone around me is in a rush and is always doing something. I think it's important for our mental health to take time to do nothing sometimes

[@JeanVoronkova]

Yeah definitely. I would go crazy without some alone n nothing downtime here n there 😊

[@JeanVoronkova]

There’s too much stimuli in NY for me as a highly sensitive person

[@R4ne3]

Thank you for the video Jean.. always so calm n thoughtful, thank you ❤️✨

[@curtbrandhorst2403]

Achievements Society hold up as goals you should strive for, help society, your welfare is seldom a consideration. Finishing a well run race. Who says you will? In my life time I and my wife were always top performers, yet she got cut twice once after 20 years, simply to improve the bottom line by outsourcing her department. But the final race she ran lasted 17 years… sadly she was only 3 years short of the finish line. So close we were planning our next chapter… if only it was that clean and neat… she died of a heart attack at 62. She never realized those dreams despite following the rules, succeeding at the goals given her along the way. As for me… flying off to some inexpensive tropical island camera in hand, sounds really good right about now…

[@rebeccal.672]

I completely agree we need to spend time noticing the little things in life, the butterflies flitting around, the sunrises or sunsets, etc. The color change of the leaves. In the US we are too busy and are doing our best to keep up with the Jones's whoever those people are. We all need to take a step back and enjoy the small moments more because that is what makes life worth living not rushing and being constantly busy. We only have 24 hours in a day same as everyone else no matter how much you try to squeak in.

[@JeanVoronkova]

It’s autumn now! Hope u guys r having lovely fall colors already! City life often is about maximising every minute of the day it’s too much for me mostly; hence our choice to live a village lifestyle essentially lol. U take care out there tho 🦋🌻

[@elaminkakoom4828]

Hi Jean Your experience will be complete, your giving will increase, and your life will change if you work hard to have a child, no matter what it costs you!

[@japjotkang5360]

TRUE - The biggest joys are to be found mostly in our ordinary day to day.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Absolutely. To overlook that is such a great pity

[@angelabonita595]

Thank you ❤

[@JeanVoronkova]

Cheers Angela

[@lilywatigouw4326]

I love watching your vlogs, thank you so much😍

[@JeanVoronkova]

Glad you like them Lilywati! Thank you for your time to watch xoxo

[@ryk3349]

Beautiful video. Loved every single word you said. So true. Thank you for sharing.

[@momenahmed8138]

thank you for the message

[@JeanVoronkova]

cheers Momen :)

[@deed1874]

Jean you are so articulate n sorted with the clarity of thoughts about life. Appreciate the way you quote examples of situations which you have been through in life and share with the audience the emotive, mental needs . More power to you n keep on doing the good work of finding yourself. Helps us to pause n reflect n gather our thoughts. Looking forward eagerly for your next insights . Thank you.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Hi Dee, thanks for this very kind note I really feel very motivated by your encouragement and it means a lot to me. I'm still in the process of figurin out what kind of content I like to create most but i think i'm happiest when i put something out and people say its changed their thoughts and way of thinking perhaps. I'm really happy what i've shared out there resonates with you. Thanks Dee

[@IRWANINDONESIA]

very inspiring, thank you.... 😃

[@prison7]

Thanks Jean for always give me some insight about life, i appreciate u.

[@donroy7825]

Hello, Jean 👋! Yes, enjoying the journey 😌👍, this is important. Thanks for this, thinking through these ideas. The value of down time; time to just think. Living happily in between the highlights, working on getting your balance properly ⚖️ worked out. Like you, I am very much a ‘visual person’ 👀 !! Finding a beautiful place, changing weather, building, garden, art or object - taking time, just by myself, to look in depth and think is a technique that always works well for me 🧍🏽‍♂️✅ . Have a great week. Greetings from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿. Cheers, Don 😎

[@JeanVoronkova]

Hi Don! Always knew u were a kindred spirit! 😍🙏

[@josephchristopherledesma127]

I totally agree with you jean Enjoy your lovely day🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️♥️♥️♥️🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️Have a wonderful week ahead Take Care Always😇😇

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u Joseph, glad u enjoyed this one I really liked making this one especially too 🦋🌻🙏

[@josephchristopherledesma127]

🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️👍👍👍🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

[@Jose_Jimenez]

I retired, and now I am relaxing watching your videos.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks Jose I’m glad u like the videos!

[@mothiurNCL]

Thank you

[@JeanVoronkova]

cheers 🌻

[@desTINAsyonPH]

As a mother of two, I badly need this❤

[@JeanVoronkova]

thank you Tina :)

[@floccinaucinihilipilifications]

Thank you for the reflection

[@driftingintoretirement]

Fully agree with your points, have a good week Jean.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u dear 🦋🤩 u too good week ahead

[@Fellowobserver]

Happy to know there are more people out there with the same thoughts as mine.

[@JeanVoronkova]

We must stand together!

[@unsaltedbeurre3411]

Totally agree with you. I always stop to smell the flowers (literally), to see the sunset (not sunrise coz I'm a late riser lol), and to stare into empty spaces with nothing in my head every now and then.

[@nomadingnerds]

You are the best. Thank you.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Cheers glad the vid resonated 🦋🌻

[@lizzie7929]

Very resonates with me, this video! Thank you!⚘🍃🦋

[@JeanVoronkova]

🤗🤗🤗🤩🤩🤩

[@AarrenDieok]

I enjoy listen to your articulate and eloquent narrative of life advice. You are naturally beautiful and confident inside out ❤

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank you for the kind note 🦋🌻

[@lizzie7929]

Beautiful Message!🍁🦋⚘

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u Lizzie 🌻🦋

[@followthemoney2220]

We seem to be on the same wavelength as of late. You reminded of an old clip I saw of John Lennon and Yoko soon after he left the Beatles. The reporter asked him why he left. Lennon gave a big smile and said: Now we stop to smell the roses.

[@JeanVoronkova]

Nice! Can just imagine him n yoko doing that lol

[@kcang9426]

Thanks for this video❤

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks 🌻🦋

[@thecowegg]

Gud evening J and V 😉😃

[@shoshanastren1297]

I take breaks everyday it is so crucial!

[@JeanVoronkova]

Yes it is! Since we made this video we have been travelling n so busy everyday I really miss my slow life in bali haha. Flying back today! Can’t wait!

[@rachelwong9175]

Thank you for this timely reminder 😊 I like your different pov. As a young Singaporean, it’s too easy to chase wealth and achievement and I find myself confused about what I am living for sometimes. Do I want to achieve for my own sake or for other’s sake? Refreshing perspective from you, a Singaporean who has been there and done that and can share your insights about life with us. Thank you!

[@formica.]

I"m glad this wasn't about meditation which is a structured ritual, not unlike religion.The root of self awareness is living in the moment, making space for thoughts to arrive.

[@sandarpewin8056]

I really like your videos..It's very soothing and calming..

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u Sandar, I’m glad 🦋🌻

[@stephentaylor4978]

❤️ ☕️

[@JeanVoronkova]

🙏🦋🌻

[@filipeliu6378]

Really like this channel of thoughts about life, and i wish Jean could maybe share some of your insight about love and close relationship one day

[@JeanVoronkova]

I do have a lot of thoughts about finding love (took me a long time but worth the hold out!) and about intercultural marriage! Thanks for the idea!

[@Stacyalexa888]

Hey Jean, love listening to you! Curious to know how you and your husband met?

[@yourowneconomy]

inspiration!:)

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thank u!

[@SagaJohanna]

I love your new thumbnails!!!! Inspiration! Does Vitaly take them?

[@JeanVoronkova]

Hey girlie! Yes he does! This was a lucky snap tbh haha but nice feels huh

[@davidchicoine9209]

"I like doing nothing." That classic line was spoken by the son of a hyper-ambitious mom we know. She must've been appalled! So funny, so unwittingly wise!

[@JeanVoronkova]

He must be a creative spirit n very brave to tell his mama that 🤣

[@kelvinth30]

i never had a social media account , those platform are for show offs . I don't need to show anything and be contented with myself to remain happy .

[@JeanVoronkova]

That’s very brave in a big way to buck this overwhelming trend

[@jhyejw]

Your idealistic and picturesque Bali lifestyles is the envy of many, hence not surprising though shocking of the intoxicated enrapture in 2002!!!😇 Your "precipent rancor" in this and past postings was quirkiness aloft but didactic upon what you hold dear!!!😊😙

[@JeanVoronkova]

Thanks! Hope u r ok n weren’t out celebrating Halloween at itaewon!

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

00:25 -- Jean, just turn off your digital devices for some time, every day, at the same time so that you can program yourself to ... just ... chill out, and ... re-lax. You do not have to be 24 / 7 connected by devices which you say "that never turn off".

[@robertbl7500]

Hi 👋 Slow living + slow life = 😊

[@JeanVoronkova]

Love that contented smile! 🦋🌻

[@mealprep4weightloss078]

Great video but my family will never understand this concept! NEVER!!!

[@meienberg1]

You have to understand the concept. Thats the point. You are the most important person in YOUR LIFE.

[@raoplns]

Good to see someone could avoid the rat race and see life as it is

[@meienberg1]

There are many doing that. But not all of them use KZbin to explain it. Actually everybody can try to escape or change or start to rest a bit. Sometimes you have to let go something or lots like: Job, friends, family. Jean is living now in Bali. Got new friends for sure

[@tomsimpson5317]

I've lost my way and do nothing it's awful

[@KavanOBrien]

People tend to think the materialistic world has meaning I don’t know why yet they do maybe believing the nonsense in this social media world = song = ( Chained to the rhythm = Katy Perry ).

[@JeanVoronkova]

It’s hard when we live in a world that pushes all of those exact assumptions on you and you see everyone else around you chasing those things. We live in an echo chamber basically they say. And the big corporations need to make money!

[@KavanOBrien]

@@JeanVoronkova You got out of the matrix but unfortunately many don’t realise that they are in it , two choices stuck on a desert island suitcase full of money or one book title how to survive on a desert island , life is about choice it’s no good being intelligent without being wise.

[@verryaryawan]

Amitabha....

[@timely383]

i love you

[@JeanVoronkova]

🙏😊

[@jczhang2055]

Nice life sty

[@jamesstanley11]

You can get tired of beautiful beaches too, you need a purpose Jenny

[@jamesstanley11]

Maybe be go back to being a lawyer