for anyone feeling behind in life.. how to *actually* be successful & live a meaningful life

IG: / rowenatsai | Feeling behind in life? What if our perception of success was all wrong? Here's everything you need to know to be truly successful 😌🚏🗺⛵️💫 Thank you @Indeed for sponsoring this video! Check out their video: • How to Tell Your Perso...
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[@valerievalentova]

Remember to take action when learning guys! I spent too much time reading books and not enough practicing the skills

[@FutureFendiFsnista]

This! You can read all the books in the world, but nothing will teach you more than taking action towards whatever you are pursuing.

[@ambergibson9559]

Same!

[@hollyvayne]

Such a good reminder ❤ to anyone “stuck” here who also can be perfectionistic (they go hand in hand), I reaaaally recommend the podcast episode “PERFECTIONIST FANTASIES + TOMORROW THINKING” from Unf*ck Your Brain by Kara Loewentheil and also the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. Truly helped me release things I didn’t realize I was holding! Best wishes to you all 💕

[@hollyvayne]

Release things to take action, I mean :)

[@delaneyexpressionalart]

so true !

[@nicoleta1882]

Here is a reminder: success can look different at different stages of your life. So don't hold on to old beliefs that make you miserable in the present. Reword what success means to you at this particular point in time. Second, if you are like me and midway through this video you just felt tired of hearing the amount of work and ACTION that fuels success, then take a deep breath and be kind to yourself, probably you have many other things going on in your life that require your attention and what you need is not 'money', 'time', or 'knowledge', but just rest. Rest to reset and then come back to this video, to feel inspired and not disappointed in yourself. And most importantly remember that no one advice, guidance or opinion is more relevant than what your internal wise self doesn't already know. If everyone tells you it is a good opportunity, and internally you feel rotten and uninterested, that's your redirection to pay attention to what YOU actually need at that moment in your life. Sending you virtual hugs and keep going!

[@anxiouscutie]

What success means to me... I'd say maintaining quitting smoking, having decent (not perfect!) grades in college, a peaceful and clean house, and taking care of my friends and family. This will definitely change over time, but these are the most important things I'm working on right now. Such a wonderful video Ro, thank you so much for your wisdom! 💗

[@DaisyMartinez988]

Don't forget to include yourself in this equation, im sure you do, just make sure to mention yourself, to yourself 😊❤ - from someone who is working on not forgetting herself at times

[@MariaPaulaEcheverri]

I never, EVER comment on videos, but I just wanted to let you know the impact that this video had for me right now. Sometimes we feel like we'll never be or have enough, but we don't ask ourselves what enough means for us and what is our definition of doing good or being successful. We all know that we can have our own definition of success but having a reminder like this will always help, thank you.

[@damondominique]

That concept of "Rich Life" is seriously so helpful. I learned about it years ago and it really changed the way I saw spending money. It's helpful to spend 10 minutes just jotting down the things I spent money on that weren't necessary, but that made me happy (coffee in coffee shops, airport lounges, etc.) and the things I was willing to skimp on (haircuts, etc.). Now I'm like...SAY SOMETHING ABOUT ME ALWAYS BEIN IN COFFEE SHOPS I DARE YOU! THIS IS WHAT MY RICH LIFE LOOKS LIKE!

[@vanillaanddreams]

i paused at 3:27 to read rowena's entry and idk why but it's so affirming to me that even the person i look up to also talks to herself like that. so real, so raw. thank you for showing us this, roro.

[@_sweetdreams]

After being stuck in a procrastination paralysis all day, this gave me some motivation to keep going. Hug back.💕

[@rowena]

we got thiss 🫂🫶

[@mun-imahmu_rifah6742]

Follow this principle: -do everything you have to do before 1 pm and you will be able to do whatever the rest of the day with a rested mind -so wake up at 7, end everthing before 1pm, go to bed at 10pm (you will get 9h of sleep) -in short have a 7 to 10pm day ; and 9h of sleep

[@mun-imahmu_rifah6742]

Write down in a paper divided in 7 days what you have to do each day of the week

[@joyfullencounters]

I love this video 💗 it isn’t about the perfect answer & the perfect plan, but it is about thinking deeply & acknowledging there are many great lives within us

[@gracedhunter976]

As an artist, one of my greater fears is not going unnoticed, but being discovered. For a lot of people, it seems like having a following has great importance to them, and is what they would consider “success”. I’m not sure if this will make sense, but as someone who is motivated by others, I am severely crippled by the thing that motivates me. While I create more when I know people are watching, I am also terrified of one day waking up and realizing that I don’t create anything I’m proud of, or that I no longer derive joy from giving my art to others. Eventually, the worst fear could be realized: an end to my ability to create art entirely. It’s hard to manipulate myself into taking advantage of how thinking I should post something will get me to sit down and make art while avoiding the anxiety it simultaneously gives me. In a way, I think that my definition of success should also be finding inner peace, because, at least from my perspective, nothing else is really possible otherwise. Just a thought. Thanks for the great video!

[@CAI.DREAMS]

I’m an artist as well and you perfectly summarized everything I couldn’t put into words

[@beingearnest123]

I've determined that to me, success = peace. And I can only be at peace if I am living a life of authenticity. That involves being my creative self, and sharing my creations. I'm learning to detach from the end product (for me, that's music) and the reactions I may or may not get on my art. Because if I place too much importance on what others think, then it's easy to slide into feeling like a failure if no one cares, and like a success if they do. And that would equate success with external validation. It's a slippery slope! So I'm focused on enjoying the process of being myself and making music and I try to remind myself often that THIS is success. I spend my time doing what makes me feel authentically me and that knowledge brings me peace. And peace = success. Thanks for this video, it was a good reminder.

[@nicoleta1882]

thank you for sharing this, I truly resonate with it!

[@beingearnest123]

@@nicoleta1882 Aww I'm so glad!

[@moonlantrn]

Lately I've been feeling stuck so I've been spending the last few weeks thinking about these types of things; like what am I really striving for in my life? how can I find my own success? Your video came out at the perfect time and let me feel not alone with these thoughts - thank you as always Rowena!

[@marzettik]

What happens if you lack two of those things at the same time though? I’m a person with multiple disabilities. I don’t have access to money or knowledge, but I have time. The time I have though is filled with just trying to get through the day. I also don’t know what success means to me because I’m constantly berated by those around who say I use my disabilities as an excuse to “not do anything worthwhile in my life”. Life is hard.

[@margheritaanelli3572]

I have health problems and few years ago time was the only thing I had. So i feel you. If u have time u can find a job and get money and then u can invest more in yourself (whatever that means to u). Even if it's a humble job and u are overqualified u can still make money and learn.

[@kajalrani0]

Sometimes getting through the day is really tough for me as well. So rest assured you are doing what you can for yourself. And I can see you the urge to learn, you just need some direction, maybe watching some yt videos related to career might help. I love drawing and I always learn a thing or two from watching these videos.

[@christianeharris5642]

I’m sorry it’s so tough right now, Kara :( I’m there many days myself, and there have been periods when I felt I didn’t have any of these currencies. It can be so easy to believe messages about laziness :( Idk if this resonates with you, but I think in some circumstances it makes more sense to meet ourselves where we’re at, give ourselves grace for where we’re limited or overwhelmed, and then focus on rest and certain inner successes. Like, I have long-term career goals/dreams, but I’ve realized that part of the journey to get there is “simple” stuff, like nourishing my body and mind, learning more about my brain, practicing being present enough to enjoy the small things in each day, fostering relationships, etc. Without feeling grounded, grateful, connected to loved ones, or as healthy as my body will allow me to be, my long-term pursuits will probably be hindered and unfulfilling

[@DeePeeZee]

As a person with a disabling mental illness and chronic pain, I'm asking the same exact question. Thank you for sharing because it made me feel like I'm not alone.

[@nisaar3588]

​@@christianeharris5642 Very encouraging words. Thank you.

[@apuruh]

I've been having a lot of negative thoughts inside my head recently and I stumbled upon your latest content; watched it without really thinking much of it until I slowly realized that your topic really resonates with my current life. It was so comforting when you said that "It's okay that we don't look like them or that we're not doing what they're doing." It was so freeing and for that, thank you so much, Rowena. I hope for you to touch more lives for the better and for you to continue living your own success and a meaningful life!

[@chingeeang8018]

Ahh such a touching comment @apuruh! Thank you so much for leaving a comment. I wish you so much light, peace and healing as you're reading this. Have a great day or night ahead yea :)) xx

[@apuruh]

@@chingeeang8018 Awww, your reply made my day!! I'm wishing you too to have so much light in your path and a warm life as you go on with your journey. May we both find the best in this life :>

[@MissJannzel13]

As always, you are *indeed* one of my favorite KZbinrs. After discovering your channel last pandemic, being my *online* comforting friend without you knowing it, your tips and knowledge still amazes me today. Thank you for making this educational, comforting yet impactful videos for us. You inspire me to continue making vids for my KZbin channel again after not being able to make one for almost a decade already. You reminded me that even if no one watches my videos at that time, I just started making videos for the fun and passion that I have. Thank you and hope you are always well and happy.😊

[@sharonangelica8409]

Come at the right time! Always grateful for you Rowena!

[@leylaclareozkan]

So strange you posted this! Exactly the conversation I’ve been having with myself today 😅🙈 love hearing someone else validate everything that I’ve been thinking x

[@greta_lab]

That's really helpful. I'm struggling to calibrate my own compass lately..so I think I should find out what are my inner coordinates!

[@caykeface]

Thank you so much for taking the time to create this. It’s a daily struggle of battling the negative thoughts. I try to remind myself that i am not my thoughts

[@ayapizza]

I was just doing the Values & Intentions page you've shared before (ages ago! Just getting to it now, haha) and this video was just another affirmation that I CAN get it together !!!

[@hidayasarangani5553]

Your skin looks so good in this video. 🥺❤️

[@cecerenavarro9507]

Success for me is being able to intentionally internalize my day to day experience and be present while doing it. That for me is success. Because no matter how adventurous and fun life experiences can be, if I am not truly present I will never get to enjoy the memories I built in that specific experience.

[@slowlyfindingmeaning]

Lovely personal definition of success! 😘

[@favourakunna5460]

I love this video! Figuring out what success means to you is very important

[@hnnhml]

What an inspiring video, thank you so much rowena 💕

[@Luna-dk9cn]

Success to me is peace, happiness and going to bed feeling fulfilled and looking forward for new day

[@chingeeang8018]

To me, success means living a life where I can have a beautiful home filled with elements of nature. A place that provides healthy, nourishing foods and conversations for my friends and dear ones. A space where they can unwind and be themselves. It means having the time to bake for work colleagues, give resources and help to those in need. It's all about having the time and an immense amount of space and light to hold that for others. I may not be very rich, but I'd like to be financially comfortable to a point where I can buy high quality ingredients for others without having to worry about the price. I'd like a job with flexibility in my schedule, and work that helps upgrade people's lives in a multitude of ways - not just one facet. Thank you so much for your video, Rowena!

[@anuroy4212]

Loved this! next time if you could add the links to Tim's podcast and the rich life newsletter etc in your description that would be great!

[@Quadrye]

1) the shirt is giving 2) i’m cueing successful by ariana grande

[@hnnhml]

Hehe true

[@charlenec.6166]

I rarely leave comments on videos, but this had not come at a more opportune time so thank you :)) esp with asians with pre-determined measures of success, it's refreshing to see you break it down bit by bit

[@cs4pdarcy]

Your brain & soul are magnificent, just as a whole you are inspirational. Thank you for all the hard work & great content. Keep kicking booty out there!

[@ego7294]

this was pure gold

[@marieljpascuaofficial3723]

I love this video and thank you for reminding us that we have unique paths. I feel chills when you give virtual hug.

[@marikkomariam]

very useful and fulfilling video, thank you so much, Rowena!❤

[@LisaMarieKaspar]

thank you for this video! the editing was extra cute!! 🥰

[@kamilasuiunova]

thank you for this amazing video! ps love you shirt!!

[@keepinitrealforgood]

Oh Rowena, this one's true gift, merci!!

[@rrhx5453]

Off topic - that glow! Rowena that skin... Just wow

[@letsgo-ft6tx]

Success means to me living a happy balanced life with lots of knowledge, a good career, a good partner, and make a loving family 💜💜

[@Breylin24]

Of the three, the most important I believe is time because it's scarce. So, you would think, money to buy time, knowledge about how to do things more and more efficiently, and time itself is dependent on your emotional state and physical vitality. The more passionate, the more positive, and the healthier, the more time you will have to do the things you want.

[@LuzMHintz]

thank you for this!!! love uuu!!😍

[@angelicagrefaldeo7791]

needed this. thank you

[@agceballagceball2079]

Rowena, amazing video per usual girl. But ngl I was distracted by that BEAUTIFUL HIGHLIGHT please share which product you used!! 😂

[@harirao7929]

Hi Rowena, I love watching your videos. They bring such an insightful joy to my day :)) I really appreciated the Sleepover video you did with Leah, and I would love to see more content from your channel that's maybe just day-in-the-life or vlog style. Thank you so much!!

[@rowena]

thanks Hari 🥹💗 I’m planning to post more on my vlog channel real soon!!

[@beatricelafontaine5747]

Wow, I needed this 💙 Thank you for that amazing content

[@mariamorenavicente]

Ro, you always have the perfect words. Thank you for another amazing video 🫂💜

[@mariamorenavicente]

By the way: a shout-out to the script (and it’s messenger of course) and the editor!

[@coppersense999]

Success is connection.

[@________1516]

I NEEDED this video. Thank you!!

[@ValentinaGulpe]

From one creator to another! Amazing video! You will be successful by being unsuccessful first!

[@slowlyfindingmeaning]

So true! Any aspiring creators reading this try embrace your failures and that feeling of being unsuccessful. Most people fail numerous times before they succeed in life! Don't beat yourself up if you fail. Failures are part of life! You are worthy of the success you desire! ❤️

[@paradimodi]

LOVED your video, as always! ❤️ Thank you! 🤗☀️

[@Worldofstee]

Thanks alot Rowena, this video gave me the direction to go with my life🥰

[@ToilaCarissa]

Thank you for the video. Fabulous shirt! Love it.

[@rowena]

thanks Carissa 🥹🫶

[@8randomprettysecret8]

Gratefully appreciate your encouragement and compassion! Eloquently stated perspectives Rowena

[@thejaaan]

Thanks Rowena!

[@Erika-tl4qx]

Omagad, afraid of success is new insight to me❤

[@stargirl22219]

As an international student who has constantly been stuck in the burn out phase feeling that I lack money, time and knowledge. This video is what I really needed right now. Thank you Rowena for always inspiring and motivating us 🫂💙

[@1600Awesome]

Really needed to hear this right now.

[@liz6245]

In case anybody wants to learn abour art and making it a career (or just develop a passion) here are some of my favorite resources: KZbin/Podcasty videos: The Draftmen Podcast Bobby Chiu Art Side Of Life Anoosha Syed James Gurney FurrylittlePeach Mimimoo Illustration Books (more about design and communication) Show Your Work! The Design of Everyday Things Steal Like and Artist Articulating Design Decisions And if you are still not motivated about following your dream, for me it really helps watching studio vlogs about new artists trying to make it as well!

[@helennnr]

Thank you for this Rowena 🥔 What are you using on your skin? You are GLOWING ❤️

[@vanlucifermoore8660]

Hello Rowena. Thank you ❤️🌻

[@ornenow4703]

Had no idea you and Lavandaire used to work together! I like both of your channels so much💗

[@rowena]

she just had me on her podcast! 🤭

[@minarpr2373]

So helpful!❤thank you😘

[@dania6154]

I love your videos and try my best to incorporate them into my life but admit I find significant difficulty in doing so as a resident physician in her first year. If you have or recommend any videos/KZbinrs for those sorts of lifestyles I’ll be forever grateful 😅

[@rowena]

at the end of the day it’s all about prioritizing & deliberately making time for what’s important to us 🥹 I believe Ali Abdaal was in med school when he started his channel, and may have talked about how tried to balance everything!

[@noonescreativecache]

Such a great video, thank you! I love the idea of paying for the missing resource ($) with the other two resources (time & knowledge). Such a cool way of thinking about it. 100% agree that Ramit Sethi is a fantastic person to learn from. His book I Will Teach You To Be Rich is in my top 3 favorite non-fiction books, and I read a ton!

[@weski79]

This video is fire 🔥 and truth! 💯

[@yougetaspear7799]

I know that feeling boo....some of us just feeling the clock ticking with that emptiness inside

[@wannawandaart]

This video is making me wanna rewatch Everything Everywhere All at Once

[@LyraValley]

I haven't been satisfied, let alone happy, in several years and at this point, I feel like there is no such thing for me.

[@rowena]

may I suggest looking into what you’ve been defining as a satisfied & happy life, and seeing if it’s really what you want for yourself / if you can possibly reframe? 💗 here for u!!

[@hnnhml]

There is, it may take some time to find/identify, but there’s happiness for everyone

[@jakepang9241]

Loving this content. Build wealth, health and knowledge together.

[@ascia158]

can you make a vid for your journal and how you plan there. coz your journal seems intresting and filled with drawings and ideas.it's more expressive and good this way and i always wanted to learn but i don't have the inspiration

[@kaitlynndeffinger5277]

Okay I’m major obsessing over Pedro Pascal rn and you had to make the Mandolorian reference 😅

[@spxceBreeze]

A wise man once said, "Time is Money is Knowlege"

[@aKm057]

Rowena, my love… I love you. Thank you. Really.

[@domenica_mayela]

where did you get your top? it's so pretty

[@eyraluna]

Thank so muchhh❤

[@knowhowtodo]

Very helpful 💪🏻

[@feyzask14]

izlemeden yorum ve beğeni😍🧡

[@tharris1906]

I work harder than anyone I know. I have never felt so unsuccessful in my life. Sorry to make a comment like this, but pray for those who just cannot catch a break

[@heyitsqueenb]

Love this

[@kaitdavi]

What does your rich life look like? Thank you for sharing your insights Ro!❤

[@triplej____j2969]

Thank you very much ❤

[@caroarancibia4131]

Hi, I just discovered your channel, keep creating please:)

[@thomaaasm]

Bravo !!!

[@yunasmolbean]

this is exactly what i needed to hear today. i’ve been feeling resistance when i try to be creative, but i need to remind myself of my values rather than chasing external factors. thank you, Ro 🫂🌱🫶

[@andreapinedo2608]

❤ I needed this

[@rowena]

hi Andrea 💕

[@andreapinedo2608]

​@@rowena hiiii ❤

[@findpeace6645]

What's that website you mentioned?

[@rowena]

which one!

[@loveonlytee483]

What would you like to change/undo in your life if you had the power to?

[@ByKristyLin]

*material success

[@savesoil3133]

Hi Rowena♡ Love from Hungary 🌱 #SaveSoil #ConsciousPlanet 🌸 #Mentsükatalajt #Tudatosbolygó

[@alonzowoods456]

Subscribed

[@nataliagutierrez6741]

I love you :')

[@ainurkaldanbek]

💕💕💕💕💕

[@rowena]

🤭🥹🫶

[@pooranikannan7634]

I want all 3 currencies. Now how?

[@rowena]

put one foot in front of the other to get one, and then move on to the others 🤭

[@pooranikannan7634]

@@rowena alright up, thanks!! Hehe 😊

[@buildbuddyplus]

this feels a bit like hustle culture.. and how much we're obsessed with productivity in the united states :/

[@mahah4256]

First

[@rowena]

hi :')

[@Caribbeannking1011]

I really feel like trash because I’m 18 and I don’t have a car yet. I’m saving up for one

[@Srijan_007]

Summary anyone :)

[@WesGuti]

First :3 🫰🏻

[@rowena]

wowowow HI

[@lightlawliet3526]

i'm supposed to feel like a total failure as i haven't been able to earn money.

[@work_in_progress161]

2023 success means being able to afford the heating 😆

[@hnnhml]

😂 sad but kinda true

[@shauntelgill9384]

Get a House I Believe that makes you a Successful Person in Life.

[@jeanrocha6381]

"PromoSM"