Feeling stressed and overwhelmed. This is what's helping me.

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[@beansbug]

“How we spend our days, is how we spend our lives.” That is a good thing to remember…daily ☺️ thanks, Sophie.

[@MalamaLife]

🥰

[@daniqsaa]

I was inspired by that too! Really it's the day-to-day that matters :)

[@TD-vb6il]

That statement hit like a ton of bricks for me. So simple yet, whoa.

[@rickykuko2994]

Hi Sophie ☺️ Sorry to bother you again!! Did Your Houses & Roads & Beaches get damaged by the crazy MAUI Storms Recently???? Thanks for letting us almost like family community know if you all suffered storm damage.... Take Care Team Sophie 😍

[@Ced8811]

I agree ☝️

[@slownaturalliving3218]

When I feel stressed about too many things, I always take a minute to step back and to tell myself: "You don't have to do it all at once." - That always helps ❤

[@MalamaLife]

I love that you catch yourself before you start to feel overwhelmed!

[@DemetriPanici]

*“When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” - Jean Shinoda Bolen*

[@MalamaLife]

❤️

[@waelfaraj6705]

Yes ...

[@maryrosetimbol869]

New here, just starting to love ur 3 posts.. Inspiring 💖💖

[@michellepacheco2178]

🙌 yes

[@tiffanycraig8353]

I resonate with you when you said we create these arbitrary rules/ goals for ourselves and feel guilty when we don’t achieve them. I used to write daily to-do lists, and feel guilty if I didn’t complete them all in one day. I was sick of feeling like a failure, and beating myself up, so I decided to do a weekly to-do list, rather than daily. That way, I’m giving myself room for “life” and keeping myself accountable. I think any small changes you can make in your habits, patterns, and routines, can bring drastic results in an unexpected way. Thank you got sharing your thoughts ♥️

[@MalamaLife]

It's so silly how we do that right? Maybe we're socially conditioned make rules and follow them? I don't know. Giving ourselves room for life is the most important thing. This should be taught in schools :) I wish I had known earlier. Thanks sis ❤

[@catharinab8860]

I used to do this as well. Shifting from a daily to a weekly todo has been a gamechanger. I also like to do top three priorities for the week, when I’ve finished them I feel great.

[@jerome1913]

4:45 "[...] that the song transitions are seamless" * song transitions seamlessly * Brilliant ;)

[@MalamaLife]

Thanks for noticing :)

[@jerome1913]

@@MalamaLifeHaha I have very high standards for myself and give a lot of attention to details too. I tend to notice and enjoy when people have the same kind of ethics.

[@AshleySpeaks4U]

Single, disabled, female home owner. Have 5,224 square foot lot to maintain by myself at age 47. House was horribly flipped. One expensive problem after another. I get preyed upon by contractor scams because I have no husband. I tried to have a nice yard. My whole lot is stricken with blight. I LOVE gardening! I get to watch all of my trees, shrubs, lawn, and bulbs slowly die. 😔 I cannot even enjoy gardening. Everything I want to plant will just die. The overwhelm is incredible. No family support. So alone. 😞💔 I am suddenly apathetic now. Just give up. Live in a crappy house with a crappy yard for the remainder of my life isn't a great feeling.

[@gw7615]

Living in the present moment totally, 100 % focus on NOW without giving my imagination the chance to run wild about tomorrow is what is keeping "stress" out of my life. Forever grateful.

[@MalamaLife]

I think that's key to being more content!

[@dagorad3723]

Honestly, I just need someone to talk about my problems face to face but I literally have no one which just causes me want to commit but I’m trying to push through

[@Sharkyluver]

Hi Ms. Sophie. Thanks you for this video. “The reason many people in our society are miserable, sick, and highly stressed is because of an unhealthy attachment to things they have no control over.” ― Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thanks for sharing this quote. It resonates with me. I still need these reminders

[@pallavifadke1970]

Everytime I watch your video, it makes me feel calmer instantly...the voice, the aesthetic and the whole vibe itself is so soothing🤍🤌

[@MalamaLife]

So happy to hear that :)

[@sirribeckline6844]

This was so timely. I've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed lately

[@MalamaLife]

I hope you take care of yourself!

[@bulagtabulagta3455]

You’re one of those “people” help me start a calm morning I called it “my moment”

[@marywesterbeke1490]

Your videos are absolutely beautiful! So calming, well paced, Don't worry about the extra 20%.

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you so much :) that's really kind

[@larkfly9273]

Hearing about the 5 minute rule I wanted to share this: studies have shown that when you start doing something (anything, also things you don't want to do) for 2 minutes, your brain automatically wants to keep doing it (to finish the task, you just have to get it going)

[@MalamaLife]

This happens to me all the time. The starting is really the hardest part!

[@Plethorality]

but starting.. deciding/ finding where or what to start, when dread and overwhelm has overtaken... its beem difficult, lately. this, too, shall pass...

[@larkfly9273]

@@Plethorality you're so right! I feel this way too

[@wannabeglam2417]

Your videos are my lifesaver

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ awww. thank you. I'm so happy to hear that

[@PeachesSkinCare]

I always remind myself to stay in the moment. To remember to put out the energy that I want to get back. At almost 56 I am able to look back and realize that the things I thought were hard or bad or Stressed me out, were actually nothing more than a lesson or a moment. I wish I had not allowed them to effect my life. Remember we are spiritual beings having a human experience. Put out positive and you will get positive. Find JOY in every day. Remember to live for those who can not. Blessings to everyone here. Don’t stress , choose joy. 🍑🧡🙌🏻Lisa

[@MalamaLife]

love this so much Lisa. thank you ❤️

[@PeachesSkinCare]

@@MalamaLife Thank you for allowing me to reply with love. Such a beautiful space. 🙌🏻🧡

[@semsovannara8215]

You know! When I follow to do something like you, my life is better than before. Thank you for this content♥️

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ that's so sweet of you. Thank you.

[@wilfriedlcx3448]

Stoicism is the most complicate philosphy to live within but also the most efficient in our present lives.

[@MalamaLife]

so true!

[@sakinastraveldiary4562]

One day I will be in Maui and meet Sophie randomly somewhere when she is filming her beautiful videos. I am just putting it out there for the universe to plan it for me. Love You Sophie!

[@MalamaLife]

that would be the BEST ❤️

[@myrnaj4502]

Just what I needed. These last couple of days.. I have been going through it. Thank you for this ❤🤗.

[@MalamaLife]

It's been gloomy and rainy here on Maui, so I have been going through it too. ❤️ take care of yourself!

[@RD-Jesus1101]

The only channel I have subscribed to is yours. It's very peaceful to listen to you and those tips you give are realistic and priceless. I really can't thank you enough. ❤

[@MyBestLife1]

@3:06 The simple mindfulness activities that you mentioned, are often ways that quickly help snap me out of the thick of feeling stressed/overwhelmed & back into the present moment. Thanks for the reminder, Sophie! 🤗💚🙏🏾

[@MalamaLife]

Yes!! glad you can relate ❤️ always helps me

[@tim_mason]

This year has been so so stressful, I’m using my channel to de stress and find myself! Loving the creativity in this!

[@israelwrx918]

I have no idea how I ended up watching your videos but I'm glad I did. What I learned from your videos is I need to take my time and not rush on life. Stay calm, have patience and just live life. Not worrying about what happen or what's going to happen. I started exercising and that has helped a lot. Thanks.

[@catharinab8860]

I try to be in nature at least 10 minutes each day, it grounds me and I enjoy the fresh air. It shifts my focus and relaxes me in a way nothing else can 🌲 I really feel the difference if I haven’t been able to get out during the day.

[@MalamaLife]

I feel the same when I'm out in nature. It's simple, but powerful

[@DeandraStubbs]

*Kona coffee bean eyes are so cute; I use the 5 minute rule to reset my bedroom and livingroom every morning. It's amazing what you can do in that short amount of time happy holidays to you and your fam* 😊💕

[@MalamaLife]

Yes! it's so true. Also when I get started, I end up doing a lot more :) Happy holidays Deandra! ❤️

[@Grownglow123]

1. Schedule your time/day 2. Find mindful practices that work for you . 3. Progress over perfection 4. Never underestimate 5 minute 5. Is it in my control?

[@MihaelaClaudiaPuscas]

I can relate to this topic so much! I am normally a positive person but the idea of my new job stresses me a lot as I will be working with very vulnerable people and that’s never easy! Just got out of training and tomorrow it’s the first day ‘on the field!’ So nervous about it but I am determined to do the best I can and not blame myself for situations that I won’t be able to control! Sorry for talking so much about me on this comment Sophie, clearly the topic triggered something that was inside of me! I do feel better now after watching you, you always know exactly what to say and how to say it! ❤️

[@MalamaLife]

Wishing you the best of luck Mihaela ❤️ I think the fact that you care so much already shows how good you will be at your job. Best of luck!!

[@yvonniesmith8590]

I truly believe that “the beginning is always the hardest part”… for the past few months I’ve been so overwhelmed studying and preparing for my exams but now I’m in such a good place because I have been trying my best to keep a consistent schedule. I’ve been going at it one day at a time and not procrastinating and I have seen tremendous results plus my mental and physical health is better than before. Watching your videos has such a positive impact on me knowing that I am not alone in my struggles. Thank you Sophie 💕

[@Carmy07]

I don't usually write a comment here in KZbin, but I really want to say thank you for all the videos you are uploading and to you too, it made me appreciate life more and made me realize to value every single day/time that we have. You are a blessing 🙂

[@iqrahussain6010]

life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react. if I can choose to feel either good or bad I will always choose good

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ love this!

[@We-are-one1978]

‘Relax, nothing is under control’ and “This shall pas too’ are my favourite quotes when i feel overwhelmed. 🙏🏻✨✨✨❤️ thank you (again) for sharing this beautiful video❤️🇱🇺

[@MalamaLife]

just reading those phrases makes me calm and collected :)

[@hshdhhshshs4715]

Hi

[@IbuofBoys]

Love this, such a good reminder of the small things we need to appreciate 🥰

[@Bb-z]

Your videos are perfect, they relax me. I come everytime I feel overwhelmed thank you I appreciate you 🙏🏽

[@barbarabalogh7779]

Great reminder to make a list of tasks, devote five minutes out of the day to do them and then cross them off. When done, it feels like a weight being lifted.

[@Stephen93277]

You have a unique way of cutting through all of the noise and clutter that can fill our minds, as you remind us of the truly important parts of living life well. Thank you for being such a positive help with each of your videos. You are very much appreciated!

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you Stephen :)

[@Imtoobusyslayingrn111]

The fear of failure and the uncontrollable events really took a great toll on my mental health

[@laurenmarie7011]

I have been so busy soph, life as an accountant! You’re videos always bring me some peace during my crazy hours. Many blessings to you!!!

[@ajaymomin1286]

Hi, Sophie, it’s still 6:38 in the morning here. This came in right at the ideal time. Woke up and scrolled youtube ( Unhealthy, I know, did it anyway, lol). Was feeling stressed and overwhelmed lately. The points that you mentioned here in the video seemed so effective and rational and it felt resonated right away. Your personal experiences that you share through your videos has brought so many positive changes in my life, too. And, this video of yours made me feel so collected, relaxed and brought ease in many ways. Thank you for putting up something like this which everybody can relate.❤️

[@MalamaLife]

Good morning! I'm so happy that this resonated with you. I think we're all a bit stressed and overwhelmed, especially since it's near the end of the year. I hope that this video was a bit of calm that you needed to start your day right :) thanks for watching

[@rohmatulaz]

This is very calming, thank you for making this video 🥺❤️

[@paigenorton2024]

This one really hits home… Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@juliaodonovan]

I love the end when you talked about redirecting our attention to what we do have control over. I sometimes think about what I have control over, but then let other things creep in such as "how will others receive this?" or "I want to move up north right now". Thank you for refreshing my perspective 💙

[@tianasammai]

thank you for this

[@aleksandramaricic2036]

I absolutely love your content, so much love passion and purpose in all of the videos ❤️

[@RedNailsRedDress]

Happy to hear you are doing what feels good for you mentally and physically. I did notice all the things you do in your videos 😃 you are so gifted. I'm too sick to work, but when we hired folks at my other jobs for videography and editing some of them spent thirty minutes combined filming and editing for a $1k - $3k project 😬 so it definitely shows to me how much time and effort you put into your YT videos. You make the best videos 🥰 I just found your channel a few days ago

[@lucipawlowski21]

Really needed to hear this today.. thank you!

[@deborahmeyers7839]

It's soooooo true about it's the small things that are stressors too not just dramas and they can all add up and bring a person down boundaries is key and as I am getting more intentional about enforcing my boundaries I am able to keep out the stress in my life. Thanks for sharing Sophie especially this time of the year... Your dogs are beautiful and so well behaved. I have a cat🐾💜

[@desimo147]

I think just listening to this channel is a great way to relieve stress! It's half an ASMR experience and half good advice.

[@rashaalrousan7787]

I love your videos and the calming energy you exude:) thank yoy !

[@alylindic]

Under "perfectionism" - I relate so strongly to having trained myself to constantly look for mistakes. I needed this message today. Thank you for helping to relieve that weight!

[@cristinam.1764]

That is exactly how I feel, I have so many tiny things to do and accomplish, that I am stressed all the time and I feel like I do and do but never accomplish anything, so thank you for this video ❤ by the way, your videos are the most beautiful I watch, you do every week a perfect video, enjoy your week Sophie

[@mommysobusy]

Thank you so much. This is so helpful

[@khushboodutta30]

Your content is indeed a game changer for me and your videos are transforming my life! Thanks won't be enough for your precious efforts which you put in for changing the lives of others! But I truly appreciate your efforts from the bottom of my heart ❤

[@doragemz]

I’m looking forward to a better year, when it comes to my approach on handling stress & overwhelming situations. 🙏🏾

[@eveeeve]

I love how calming your voice is 😌.

[@lindajackson6959]

This message just came at the right,thank you Sophie.This was a tough few days for me

[@MalamaLife]

I'm so sorry to hear that Linda. Take care of yourself. Better days are ahead

[@blingblao16]

There's an instinctual smile that happens when watching a video of yours! 😊 🤯 !!!FOR THE MASSAGE!!! Throw in as many *I am" decrees as you can find

[@MalamaLife]

🥰 haha yay!!

[@scatteredfafa9389]

I've been feeling overwhelmed and surprisingly this one video helped me so much. Thank you ❤️

[@ralphpagangpang9390]

I really appreciate your gentle approach to life. I always found myself stressing over things that gets on the way. Now, I working on incorporating your words in dealing situations. Thank you for sharing your words of wisdom.❣️❣️❣️

[@janedi4691]

You spoke my thought exactly 😮❤

[@TaraWagner]

Placing an emphasis on balance for work load and our personal life is so important. I encourage setting "time goals" to create free time in our work and personal schedule.

[@zheyrett6018]

life is feeling so complicated that i dont even want to give myself time to think. i feel like i dont know anything

[@hollymoore33]

Thank you for sharing . I totally needed to hear this.

[@nidhirakyan2375]

You know I could have watched it another 15 minutes, it was so motivating and real. Thanks a lot Sophie.

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ I'm so glad!

[@k.a.1760]

Thank you Sophie! Great video, lots of beautiful little nuggets of wisdom to think about!

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thanks for watching

[@KnotChinese]

As always, calm, peaceful and inspirational. You are such a blessing.

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thanks Matt

[@eborozal]

Sophie, thank you so much for your channel. I enjoy your videos immensely. 💜

[@MalamaLife]

so happy to hear that :)

[@101beechbum]

Love this insight. Thank you for sharing.. I love rainy days, I've always found them so calming. 💜

[@MalamaLife]

I love rainy days for that same reason :)

[@bihararathnayake4056]

You said: " how we spend our days is how we spend our life " Thanks for this life reminder Sophie ! Some sentences you include in your content really affect on my life in a deep nourishing way . 😚

[@mathildenordvaag903]

This is my new favourite channel on yt, and i found it today. Love you`re content soo much

[@kimberlymeheran7013]

Thank you 🙏 that was wonderful and just what I needed.

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thank you so much

[@pocahontas5145]

You are so adorable, Sophie! Thank you for sharing your lovely life and soul!

[@MalamaLife]

🥰 aw thank you!

[@sparkstudies1675]

Thanks a million for making this.... just thank you.

[@hummingbumblebee83]

Dear Sophie , You resonate so well 🙏🏼💞💞

[@MalamaLife]

So glad! 🥰 take care of yourself

[@laurencegandon255]

I always find your videos perfect Sophie...watching them bring me peace and joy. The ambiance is so much calm and your thoughts very clever. Thank your for that.

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thank you Laurence!

[@nitika008]

Thank you Malama. Wonderful video.

[@priyankurahang9057]

Thanks you I was about to end my life but your videos keeps me healing my mind. Thank you Malama Life

[@lvkd4072]

This was so meaningful and relevant. I can't express how much this resonated with me and helped in my own thought process. Thank you so much!!

[@MalamaLife]

I'm so happy to hear that :) thanks for watching

[@heatherstein22]

You always make me feel better. Love your videos.

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you Heather!

[@PracticalInspiration]

*Excellent tips Sophie for giving yourself time to take a break or practice mindfulness. We live in a world where we're constantly sent messaging that we have to work all the time and do so in a way where nothing less than perfection is acceptable. A video like this is vital to understand that isn't the case, rather it's detrimental to your wellbeing*

[@MalamaLife]

I'm glad my video can be a reminder ❤️:)

[@sabrinahsu9567]

this was a much-needed reminder for my mental health. thank you so so much

[@MalamaLife]

🥰 happy to hear that!

[@anomiwijesinghe]

Very much related...so needed video at the right time. Progression over perfection finds me the solution..Thank you Sophie!

[@MalamaLife]

🥰 thank you Anomi

[@patriciotucholla9125]

Your sincerity in every regard is very helpful & motivating!!!

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thank you so much

[@violinwithRosemary]

❤Thank you so much ❤ I struggle with perfectionism too. A saying I heard that helps me is "perfectionism is the enemy of mastery" Thank you for your helpful and beautiful video 😊

[@bechannel582]

I LOVE your channel, your work, and your voice! You're voice is so soothing ❤️.

[@MalamaLife]

aw thank you so much!!

[@darklavender4229]

Love this, Sophie! Much needed..

[@MalamaLife]

❤️

[@aselsrn]

I'm glad I found this video. Most of the time, whenever I feel stressed and unmotivated I go to channels that I'm already subscribed to and find videos that is relevant to what I am feeling. Today I decided to just type something in the search bar not the channel but what I needed. I'm so happy I did. You're voice is very soothing... right after a fraction of second hearing it I immediately tapped the subscribe and like button. This video is exactly what I needed, you translated my feelings into words, thank you!

[@optimalhealthandhappiness6501]

Have I told you how much I love your videos? You re like a fresh breeze into the day, much needed and unique. Thank you ❤️

[@MalamaLife]

You're so sweet. thank you! it means a lot.

[@petersimcox4745]

Sophie, Life today is stressful for most people. What goes on throughout the world is out ove our Control, same with social media. The best way to combat stress ove everey day life is to participate in any kind of sport, and have a sense Of humer.By the way Great video!.

[@kima260]

Hi Sophie, you do have a very nice community of subscribers. I agree, I’m 52 and I try to remember that people don’t give us near the thought we think they are. So if we do make a mistake, it’s very likely they didn’t even notice, and even if they did, how much of their time do we think they’re spending thinking about it/us?? We often give ourselves way too much credit. Great topic today. Watching from Michigan 🦌🎄 .

[@rena4618]

I just want to let you know, thank you so much for helping us!

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ thank you so much!

[@hyacinth8522]

I love your videos. They are very helpful to me. Very relaxing and centering amid our crazy daily life. ♥️

[@ceryakoh]

How I love your vlogs! So calming and relaxing, and relatable!

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you 😊

[@ballalaikalaika4469]

your soothing voice gave me some peace. thanks for your advice and the work you put into making this video

[@nickiharrington5269]

You videos are so calming. I am watching the videos I have seen videos again. Getting so inspired and in another frequency. Thank you for your care with your videos.

[@SimplyNaturabelle]

So timely thanks for sharing, had a really rough morning but picked myself up and got some stuff done this evening 😊🙏🏾

[@MalamaLife]

Sending you much love ❤️

[@layjustin1113]

Answering and question YAAH ! that right ! '' you CAN ''

[@deviandriyanti9891]

Your videos are therapeutic ❤️

[@solasnova]

Wow. Your video was just the soothing kind of energy I needed right now. I really enjoyed listening to you, beautifully made. 🦋 Thank you

[@630jkl]

You helped me see things around me clearly...for that I thank you...I will try to folow your advice...as much as I can in my evryday life...Thank you😌

[@MalamaLife]

🥰 so happy to hear that! thank you