How I learned to just be happy

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Are you happy? How do we even define happiness? And how can we learn to cultivate it from the inside out? Let's talk about it. :) This video is about how I learned to just be happy.
This is a topic that's very close to my heart, and I've been wanting to make this video for a long time. Happiness is an elusive term, and I've done a lot of thinking about it ever since hitting the point of burnout 4 years ago. I've come to realize that happiness can be like a skill. It’s not a state of being we can achieve, or a place we can get to. I think it’s already inside of us.
So let's talk about how to be happier in life. I'd love to hear what makes you happy in the comments section as well. :)
Lots of love,
🌼 Vera
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
» Are you happy? 0:00
» Feeling happy vs. Being happy 1:13
» Enjoy the unexpected 2:33
» Make decisions 4:59
» Self acceptance 6:28
» Comparison 8:00
» How gratitude can make us happier 8:59
» How happiness is a skill 11:24
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[@SimpleHappyZen]

What makes YOU happy? 🌾🍵👇

[@ngonigriffith1491]

The thing that makes me happy or rather joyful is knowing that I am following what God commanded of me. Knowing that I am doing what pleases God makes me happy.

[@Robert-qm1ld]

Asking a hard question this time, Vera. 😑 Also, I noticed those chickpeas. They do NOT make me happy!😞 (thinking, thinking and more thinking) I am content more than happy, maybe?

[@SimpleHappyZen]

@@Robert-qm1ld Hahaha I'd say coffee makes you happy 😄☕

[@artlife5797]

Having my morning coffee☕💚. Spending time at my studio painting 🎨💚

[@sylviabol640]

Nature and my plants💚🪴🌴🌵🌿🍀

[@marthaC495]

I'm happy when I see nature, like rain when the plants have needed water, and then seeing birds splashing in a puddle of water.

[@mariafrancescademaddis2560]

My cat laying on me when I sit on the couch, a cup of tea on a cold day, a soft blanket, a chat with a good friend, touching the pieces of furniture that have been in the family for years, looking at the art hanging on my walls. Happiness can be found in the simple things, like the color of the clouds in the sky as I look out the window early on a Sunday morning 🥰❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Beautiful!

[@persephone213]

Yes, I think that sometimes ambition is overrated and contentment is underrated.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I agree :) Thanks Amber 🤗💖

[@dianasanzana1838]

What makes me happy? Silence in nature, a walk in the rain, watching the stars at night, dinner with good friends, and praying and listening to life. 🌷

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Lovely! Thanks for sharing Diana :)

[@marianmekhael644]

This makes me happy too ❤

[@IKEMENOsakaman]

Life can be tough. But being simple and happy (without reason) might be the answer to going through this tough life.

[@chiaraalini]

I feel I’m the luckiest person on Earth, because I was born happy and grateful. 😊 Great video! 👍🏻

[@SuzannesSimpleLiving]

I don’t chase happiness anymore I just “am” I enjoy everything that I do every day and live in the moment. I am so grateful for everything that I have every little thing counts. Great vid thank you 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that, thanks Suzanne!! :) Enjoy your day

[@kaede_jing]

This question just came to my mind today. Then I realized that happy can only be achieved by the balance among mind, body and spirit. Even I am doing things I love during weekend, I felt tired as my energy was depleting. So, I rest, listen to music, stop my learning for a while, rejuvenate, and then I feel alive again, content and happy. Balance between body and mind, and even spirit is important for us to feel happy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love what you shared about happiness, have a lovely weekend and take care!

[@maritkiisu]

I have recently realized that “earthing” really helps with my depression. I’ve heard about that before, but i never purposely did that or thought about it. This year i noticed that these days that i get to swim in the sea or lake, walk around barefoot in the grass etc, i really do feel happier and calmer. We have only 2 warm months where i live so i try to take the most of it. There’s some perks about autumn too. Yesterday i picked chanterelles from the forest and made dinner from these in the evening. So i literally need to not just be outside, but touch nature with my skin. ☺️😀

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Very interesting! Thanks for sharing Marit

[@Bats-7]

My wife , football, living by the sea, watching films & morning breakfast make me happy but I’m sure my first child due in December will trump all of that! 😉😆🤰 Excellent video 👍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much and congratulations!!! 🤗💖

[@Bats-7]

@@SimpleHappyZen thank you 🙏 keep up the fantastic content 👍

[@melilifabulosa5505]

Yes, the world you know now can't compare to the joy of knowing your child, congratulations!

[@Bats-7]

@@melilifabulosa5505 thank you 🙏

[@TriviRocks]

You'll be able to find new sources of happiness together with your child. Wish you a fulfilling family life!

[@jeannette7243]

The Buddha says: Happiness is not the destination, it is the path. I like your take on this: it is a skill that you can practice. Well said!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Jeannette! :)

[@kellyssimplesouthernlife2174]

New subscriber, I’m loving your content. What makes me happy….playing with my cat, lying in the sun and just being, feeling the warmth of my favorite coffee mug as I sit and sip, playing with my grandbaby and watching life through his eyes, walking my dogs without being on autopilot, really paying attention to my surroundings as my pets do,pulling a fresh baked cobbler out of the oven and serving it in a beautiful dish, tying on a pretty apron as I putter around in the kitchen, crocheting a washcloth for a friend and taking the extra time to make a fancy border for it, browsing the greeting card isle and picking up “thinking of you”cards. Sitting on my covered porch during a thunderstorm. Most of these things are absolutely free💓

[@SimpleHappyZen]

They all sound so wonderful! Thanks for sharing :) And of course welcome to the channel!

[@amyhoover9]

Becoming a more spiritual person has brought me a lot of joy, as well as listening to music or playing the piano. Whenever I engage in one of these activities, I feel an instant surge of joy flow through me. 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's great Amy, thanks for sharing :)

[@perezlourdes8223]

“Hike your own hike”…I do love this! So much like in swimming, “stay in your own lane”..

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thakn you Perez! :)

[@mariaziarnik6909]

Your video made me very happy. I am 51 years old and sitting here enjoying a cup of coffee and I feel so happy. If I could tell me 31 year old self. Relax and enjoy the ride. Being happy with My husband which we just celebrated our wonderful blessed 20 year marriage. Enjoying all the special moments and having a wonderful family and friends. Just being thankful and grateful that’s what makes me happy. Thank you for always putting things in such a positive perspective.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed the video Maria, thank you for sharing your thoughts! Love what you shared about being married to your best friend and accepting yourself fully 🤗💕🌷 Take care my friend, enjoy your weekend!

[@mariaziarnik6909]

@@SimpleHappyZen thank you dear friend. That’s the true happiness accepting our self and living each moment with those we love best.

[@kirstenwilliams6377]

Looking at my dog makes me happy. She's so cute and she fills me with love.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awwww give her a big hug from me!!

[@mikemetague7973]

I'm another 'my dog' person; he's so much in the moment and just loves to play! Also 'we' love to explore the woods and rocks and creeks. I'm fortunate to live in a nice and safe place in the world and to be healthy at 75! Thanks for the uplifting thoughts!

[@DrJustininJapan]

The way you define happiness reminds me of how I define and approach mental health. It is something that can be seen as tangible and persuadable. Something that can be worked on each day and approached with intention. It probably doesn't just "HAPPEN." It is a daily process of self-reflection, intentionality, and sometimes even hard work. Great video!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes, well said!! Thanks Justin, take care and have a nice day!

[@DrJustininJapan]

@@SimpleHappyZen thank you for all the great videos!

[@shyaaammeneen63]

@@DrJustininJapan In life athere are only 2 problems --mind and the body and both are inter-connected. Take control over these and life is fun . Happiness is within us. Reduce negative thoughts with a simple practice. Your breath and mind [brain] are closely related causing stress-anxiety. For a better life sit on a chair, back straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. Slowly the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations. Change happens from within by itself. Day or night, when taking a walk, sitting in a park, when reading, before sleep etc sit or lie down and observe your breath. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a good life. Reduce watching social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.

[@apagoada]

“Happiness is like a skill” let that sink in. Thank you for sharing and making me remember to be grateful 🙏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much, happy you enjoyed it! 😄

[@purrsephone2904]

I love your fair complexion. I like the idea that happiness is within ourselves and that we can access it, that it isn't so dependent on things outside ourselves.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you! And yes, I believe it is :)

[@cathylynnpietranton]

There are a lot of things that bring me happiness and joy but the number 1 is when I face time with my son every Sunday afternoon because he lives in a different state then I do. Thanks Vera for your insight. ❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Cathy, have a lovely day!

[@gillianm9367]

I often try to plan an activity depending on the weather as I don't like to 'waste' a beautiful sunny day. However I have occasionally forced myself to go out for this reason only to discover I was too tired/unmotivated/unhappy to fully appreciate it. I have discovered that I can still enjoy the sunshine if I stay home to rest/read/meditate if this is necessary for me to recharge my battery. Now I check my mood/energy levels as well as the weather before deciding how to spend my day ! As you say in this beautiful video, happiness comes from within. We will tend to associate happiness with sunshine and warmth but I can think of many occasions when I have felt contented on darker days also 😊 I've had times too when I have been in a beautiful location and felt unhappy and yet other times far less scenic and still felt joyful. So yes, happiness really does come from within 💕

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I love this so much!!!

[@Naomi-ev2oh]

What a beautiful video to play/hear while sipping coffee on a Sunday morning. I never heard "hike your hike" before; love the truth in that. In the past, my career robbed me of happiness:(my job was my life as it consumed most of my day (& night). Due to both choice as well as elements outside my control, I am trying to carve out my own self-employed path. My days are now mine and I can do things I love again: hang clothes in the sunshine, enjoy my mornings, no office politics... I'm actually happy... so in the end, it was a lifestyle change, for me, that gave me the opportunity to refocus on things that I enjoy, to slow down and actually enjoy my life. Thank you for your videos. They brighten my whole week 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I love that you made those changes Naomi, so happy for you!! :) And thank you for enjoying my videos 🤗

[@sanja7489]

Animals, they are true happiness 🥰

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay! :)

[@ThamarThamar]

My son is almost 3 months old. Enjoying the little moments is so important now, I had to give myself a crash course in this. I can not plan a day or even a few hours. This would frustrate me at first, but now I just go with it and enjoy the things I can and do do.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Lovely and congratulations!!! :)

[@moniqueraeshell6689]

Setting small goals daily and achieving them! I used to make big goals and found that I got overwhelmed trying to achieve them! The last six months I just focus on daily goals! It makes me happy and gives me a sense of self accomplishment!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's wonderful Monique :)

[@ngonigriffith1491]

I look for contentment in my life. When I am content with what I have I am not focused on what others have or what others are doing. I am free to be me.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes very true! Love that, thanks for sharing Ngoni 🤗🍂🍁

[@ngonigriffith1491]

@@SimpleHappyZen no problem at all Vera!🙂

[@juliab628]

12:28 I agree. I tried to do Journaling but it felt like a chore to me. I'm glad if it works for others but it is just not for me. I feel better when I just focus on being present in every moment and stopping to thank God whenever I see and feel thankful or happy about something, anything, everything. Bc for me, I believe that all creation is only in existence bc of Him. 😊 Vera, this was a wonderful video!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed the video, thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@juliab628]

@@SimpleHappyZen I always enjoy your videos bc they are just so relevant and wisdom filled!! They also help me to step back and take a deep breath when anxious thoughts hit me. 😊💛🙋‍♀️🍪⚘

[@jennierollins8789]

You have grown so much Vera. Everything you said is very true. Most of us chase happiness, the closer we think we are getting the further it moves away. I believe living in the moment is where happiness lies. If we are looking ahead or behind we are missing it. A hug from my grown son, watching gold fish or a hummingbird. Walking on the beach or in the Redwoods. These are things I am grateful for and enjoy the most. Thank you for reminding me of where I need to be. ☮️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Jennie, absolutely love what you shared about happiness! 🤗🍂🍁🍃

[@deborahroper3694]

Watching Simple Happy Zen makes me Happy. Thank you for your knowledge and wisdom. I wish I had learned these things many years ago, but I’m happy to learn them now.

[@beulahbenade4098]

Very valuable. Thank you, I'm definitely sharing this with my daughter. She's had her fair share of sadness xx

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Beulah, happy to hear you found it valuable. Sending some love to you both 🤗🍁🍂

[@ecn1997]

I am happy for the little things I have. I am happy being alive and experience this one life ❤️

[@alisongregson4740]

My home and family, my work, skating and spending time outside hiking or skiing, all make me happy. Struggling with a bit of anxiety as another lockdown seems imminent here. It casts a cloud over everything it feels like.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks for sharing Alison, I'm sorry to hear that. These last two years haven't been easy.. Sendinh you a big hug, bless your heart 💕

[@The_Dutch_Samurai]

A cup of delicious tea or coffee is a cup of happiness and reading lovely books 📚and cooking a healthy meal brings happiness for me.☺️ (a old zen saying: A bath refreshed the body , a cup of tea refreshed the mind)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oooh I love that!!! YES TEA

[@04ia90]

Happiness and pleasure are not the same! Pleasures dont bring happiness. Meaningful life brings fulfillment.

[@sallgal]

7:45 I can totally relate to this lol I remember the first music festival I went to. It was blazing hot outside during the day with no shade, no showers, you had to walk like a mile to get anywhere, bottled water was $10 a bottle, I could barely get any decent sleep... and I thought the exact same thing to myself: "What the heck am I doing here?!" LMAO!!! :)

[@sandyfitchcorbett1782]

Although this was four months ago I still want to answer the question of gratitude. Besides my family of course every night and every morning I am grateful that I go to sleep in my own bed and wake up in my own bed. That my apartment is intact and I am safe in it. Has always been a biggie for me. This is the first video of yours I found and plan to watch and learn more.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's lovely, thank you for sharing :)

[@maryangeladouglas]

This is a beautiful segment;I love it so much. I also want to say that recently I got extremely sick and thinking about many simple things you said in many different episodes genuinely helped me to get well. And to take better care of myself than before. The things you say sound simple and as though we should already know them but I realized right away that though I was myself aware of many things you said, such as, we dont have to measure ourselves by productivity, there is a huge difference between being aware of something and having it really register in your life and how you are living from moment to moment. EVERRYTHING you say everywhere I look is HIGHLY useful and the way you say it helps so much. I cant analyze it beyond that. I can just say that when I think about what you say and when I actually practice it, I can see that there is a difference in the way I feel. Please never doubt the value of what you are doing and saying in simple happy zen. I am almost 73 years old and I wish so much I had known about many of things you speak about in my twenties and even earlier. On the other hand, they are useful now as I am growing older and give a new freshness to my health, my outlook and just my being. God bless you Vera. Please remember nothing you do from your heart is ever wasted. You are making people happy all over the world through even just one thing you say that practically helps them. Please take good care of yourself. And thank you so much for teaching all of us truly how to take better care of ourselves in simple easy but SO effective ways.

[@deborahroper3694]

Your videos make me happy because they help me to focus on the good things I already have in my life.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's so nice :)

[@fwebster6226]

You have touched on a very interesting topic….the feeling that listing things you are grateful for is like a chore. At a time when I am scaling back all the jobs on a to do list, this is a very real thing. I would much rather live mindfully and appreciate things organically.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes I also enjoy that more :)

[@justinraper373]

This was a deep and insightful video, Vera! Thank you for sharing. I really appreciate your lesson on expectations. I just received my dream promotion at work and love the complexity and importance that comes with it. The only downside is that I have to wake up at 4am every morning to get started at work. Your lessons today helped me understand that I should not let this one issue become any bigger than it is. I am alot happier now and am thankful for this opportunity. Also, I should let go of expectations about a rigid work life schedule and just let time unfold as it does rather than trying to control everything all the time. Thank you for this video and it's beautiful imagery. Have a great weekend!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and found it helpful Justin, and congratulations on your promotion, so excited for you!! Take care

[@waelfaraj6705]

This is what a book called the surrender experiment talks about...

[@JediBunny]

Absolutely beautiful video, Vera. Thank you so much for continuing to share such valuable wisdom and insights. You and your content are truly a gem 💎 🪶 ☀️ 🌊 🍁

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you!! Take care and have a lovely weekend!

[@lucytitus2183]

Having gratitude for all the simple everyday things we have been blessed with in our life! That gives me happiness! 🤗❤️🍁🍂🦉

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that!! :) Thanks for sharing Lucy, take care and happy autumn!

[@judithrussell9162]

I’ve always loved being in nature and looking at the small things, the shapes of leaves or the light on water, the colours of the earth. But I am lazy and often I don’t do this thing I love. Recently I’ve made a pact with myself to go walking every day to take photographs of these special things and now I can hardly wait to go out to do this. I am seeing much better and the seeing and capturing makes me very happy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's such a good idea! :)

[@thea-rose]

Lovely video with great advice. I love the way you share your tips, it’s so gentle and thoughtful. Classical music and hiking with my dogs makes me feel happy. The more I get to know myself and accept myself, the happier I am becoming - it’s very much a work in progress!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thankyou so much Samantha, that's so nice of you to say 🤗🍁🍂 Take care and give your dogs a hug from me!

[@jmsl_910]

"practice makes better" that's GENIUS. did you turn that phrase vera??? i love it

[@stinaljungstrom8691]

Be happy with what you have right now. That's really powerful!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I agree :) Thanks Stina

[@lynby2108]

You are such a breath of fresh air, brilliant advice as usual.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Lynby!! Take care my friend, enjoy your weekend! 💕🤗🍂🍁

[@fknhippieschick]

This video really hit home with me. I am working on myself right now. I have spent so many years making other people happy, seeing what other people have that I don't and trying to live up to other peoples expactations that I have lost myself. Thank you.

[@sib1007]

When the traffic light turns green just before I reach it makes me super happy ;)

[@mildredstone5069]

Just discovered your channel and am feeling inspired watching your videos. Thank you for making great content and for being so authentic! 🌿

[@HelloAllie]

LOKAH SAMASTAH SUKHINO BHAVANTU is a Sanskrit phrase that translates to "may all beings everywhere be happy and free and may the thoughts words and actions of my own life contribute in some way towards that happiness and freedom for all" 💚👽🛸🐱🐶🐄🐷🐔🐳🐬🦜🦚🍀🍄🌎

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing :)

[@MariJadeWrites]

Drawing and writing makes me happy, and music with books. :) Sharing ideas with friends is also a form of happiness for me.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that, thank you for sharing!

[@krisgrobins9882]

This showed up in my feed at the most perfect time! These are things that I practice but sometimes they get cloudy. This was such a beautiful reminder. I have really been trying to connect with nature lately. I have been enjoying two Cardinals that I see everyday in my backyard. They are like little Messengers to remind me to enjoy the moment. They are beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this video and these amazing words.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hi Kris, happy to hear you enjoyed the video and thank you for sharing your thoughts! Give my regards to the cardinals 🦜

[@mindbodyhome102]

Being at the beach and in the ocean or on the water makes me happy!! I know this is a more common sentiment but now for the somewhat odd happiness source....Cleaning makes me happy and it has since I was a kid? Don't ask me why but the semi-instant gratification of a room that looked unkempt and now looks beautiful really makes me happy.

[@alwynnecartmell6602]

No need to study happiness for years...this short video says it all. I’ve made notes to remind myself. Gentle voice and no annoying music. Many thanks 😁😁alwynne

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Haha thank you so much Alwynne!! 🤗💕

[@MarineBrnd]

Hi Vera! What a great video! I would have liked it more than once if it were possible 😊 During the first lockdown last year I followed a course called "The Science of Well-Being" taught by Professor Laurie Santos and I took a lot from it. For me, being happy means to be content with who I am and what I have, knowing I did my personal best to achieve my goals and handled according to my beliefs/values. As I turned 30, I realized I was tired of playing a role and now, I just want to be myself and let go of everything (and everyone!) that doesn't match. Have a nice Sunday! 🍂🤗

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Marine, happy you enjoyed this video! :) Love what you shared about happiness and being content with who you are and what you have

[@annc5193]

Vera, I’ve been watching your channel for apx a year now. I am 69 and am very grateful for your calm spirit and wisdom. You bring me much happiness and so many wonderful ideas that make my life better. Thank you. God bless you. Ann from Vancouver, BC Canada

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much Ann for leaving this comment!! It means a lot to me 😊💖 Take care and have a lovely day!!!

[@rosalynmeyers8162]

Happiness to me is being healthy, safe & loved!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes 😍

[@janetstonerook4552]

I'm retired and grateful for my loved ones and being able to live in my old family homeplace out in the country. My life is not perfect and there are always health and financial challenges. But I start each day with a great mug of coffee, do my 15 minutes of yoga and journal my list of gratitudes.

[@samshows999]

Your videos put a smile on my face and I've always been motivated by you ❤️🥺

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Sam! Have a good day!

[@susanadams8119]

I walk my dog early every morning. I always feel happier when I get home, regardless of whether I've seen the sunrise, a deer, a fox or none of those things. Sometimes I get soaking wet (I live in Scotland where it rains frequently) and just see a few drenched runners but I always feel grateful for my walk. It revitalises me more than staying an extra hour in bed does.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds wonderful :)

[@annamartinek7998]

Vera this is one of your best videos. You seem so calm and authentic. You speak from the heart and it resonates with your audience. I am so glad that you are joyful. I find small moments during the day when I am with small children very joyful. Seeing the world through their eyes. Thank you for the work that you do. You make many people listening to you happy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Anna for taking the time to leave this wonderful comment 🤗🌺💖

[@alwynnecartmell6602]

I’ve a robin comes often to sit so near as I get an oat biscuit for him. Pure joy in the moments

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw that's so cute!!!

[@kinggodzillakong6958]

Its easy to sit on here and watch videos through tough times but applying these things through tough times is more difficult.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes that is more difficult. All we can do is try :)

[@RefreshwithDawn]

This video was spot on concerning happiness, Vera. It really is about moments of joy and appreciating what is going right. And not always looking for the next thing. I’ve been learning to play my spiritual songs on my piano and when I can create the sound and melody I hear in my “mind’s ear”, it is truly satisfying. That is pure joy for me. I also love creating illustrated cartoon doodles each evening. I love when I portray what is meaningful to me and it’s aesthetically pleasing at the same time. Spotting mockingbirds, dragon flies and butterflies are delightful moments for me. Making something more simple is also deeply satisfying and makes me happy. Thank you, Vera, for the inspiration! ☺️🙌

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much, happy you enjoyed the video! And love the examples you shared

[@lindalam3247]

You've really hit the nail on the head with this video. Everything you said resonated. I particularly liked your explanation of 'feeling happy vs being happy'. I realised after this video I've been in a state of 'feeling happy' for a long time. This has given me so much to reflect on and think about. Thank you for sharing your insights! ❤ You have a new subscriber!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Linda for sharing your thoughts and of course for subscribing! So happy to hear you enjoyed the video and got some things from it :)

[@MsJackalMoon]

I love your videos Vera. At this point I spend more time with you than with my husband :D they are so helpful and insightful. Have you thought about releasing a podcast? I could listen to you talk all day! (and often, I do!)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw haha thank you for your kind comment!! :) A podcast could be in the future, but I'm not sure :) Right now I know my workload is full hahaha

[@MsJackalMoon]

I imagine it is :D thank you so much for responding when you are so busy. All the best lovely Vera!@@SimpleHappyZen

[@MindOfMine.]

Hi Vera, thank you so much for this video! I really appreciated all the wise words, combined with your authentic self and all the lovely footage that feels so calming! I'm going to share this one with a loved one :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed it! Thank you :) Have a nice Sunday!

[@sarvene1798]

A big heartfelt thank you, Vera. I'm sure you're affecting and changing many lives, including mine. I've followed you for a year or so now and can see how far I've come, that letting go of things has become so easy, and is not a source of happiness for me anymore. I hope that next year (or whatever time from now on) I find myself far into the journey of being happy, the way I did into the journey of living a simpler life. (Also I think I might be the 1000 person to have liked the video, yay!, haha)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you for your kind words and for the 1000th like! :) Wishing you all the best in your journey

[@__DomDom]

Thank you Vera, this video inspired me💞 Especially about the difficulty to make personal decision in life. I always try to weigh pros and cons in my decisions and i choose nothing. That's why, I often feel unhappy in my professional life. Plus, I've never had the slightest romantic relationship with any woman at 38😅 Shame on me, I'm now too old. 6:16 : "What matters isn't what you choose, it's that you choose.", so beautiful🙏 And yes this is important to know ourself better, to be more benevolent with our self, because we are the person with who we are at every moment of our life. To hate ourself is destructive and I know what I'm speaking. Thank you Vera to help us with your precious guidance🙏💞

[@lisafisch]

Well said, Vera, your insights and how you share them are so calming to watch

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Lisa! :) Enjoy your day!

[@susanmilikien3417]

Great video-really resonated. I especially liked the “making no decision is the worst decision” part. Thank you, Vera! 🌷

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear that, thank you Susan! Take care

[@melilifabulosa5505]

This last year as a medical professional has made me reflect and decide to decrease working hours to be with my family. I did not expect the support and wistfulness of my colleagues, which made me realise they felt the same way but were uncomfortable making that step.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I think it's an admirable choice, we all have to make sure to take care of ourselves! :) Take care

[@pippyg7747]

Your video just made me happy! Thanks so much for all your words of wisdom.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Pina, take care! 🤗💖

[@amore_93]

I needed this video more than anything today thank you :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome, take care! 🍃🌺

[@lesliemercier72]

I agree to accept ups and downs.i love journaling.i woud like it if everyone was always nice.but its not realistic.hold on to what is fun in the sad moments.give yourself credit and believe in your path is perfect.forget thepast forgive and move on is where i want to be

[@wt4451]

Great Video Vera! Always so comforting and therapeutic to watch your videos!🌿 I find I'm most happy when I try to be myself around others, accept the fact that I'm unique, live humbly and not compare myself to others, and be content with my simple life. Like you, I also really take time to appreciate even the smallest things in life, because in the end, these small things give me real joy! As a hsp, I have many struggles, but I now try to appreciate the positive sides of being an hsp...💚

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Absolutely love what you said about being a hsp, take care and have a nice day!

[@improviserfresh8995]

Been following you since before you had 100k followers! I know for a fact you will reach 200k! You will be big! Love from California USA ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw that is so sweet of you to say, thank you! :)

[@innaruss]

Absolutely love your videos!!! So calming, positive and reassuring 💓 Thank you so much for sharing with us your wisdom and happiness. 😇

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much! :) Have a nice weekend

[@patrizialaterra]

Hi Vera, thanks for this video! Practicing gratitude every day makes me happy and mindful. I know that today I am happier and more peaceful than ever. A big hug from Italy ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's great to hear Patrizia, sending a big hug back!

[@bollybelly]

Thank you 🙏 your videos are so helpful

[@deborahroper3694]

Vera you make me happy when I watch your videos. This is no joke. When I am tired or stressed out or depressed, I feel happy after watching your videos. I am also grateful for you and your work you do to make these beautiful presentations. Thank you Vera, sincerely, Deborah Roper

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Deborah for the kind words and the good vibes!!! :) So happy to hear my videos have been making a difference for you :) Take good care and have a lovely day!

[@kerstinshadow2210]

Today's walk through thr forrest made me happy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Lovely :)

[@bollybelly]

Thanks for the reminder!❤

[@lyndarossi933]

You are wise beyond your years ! Excellent video.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Lynda 🤗🌺🍃 Have a lovely Tuesday!

[@marygarden3114]

Love the way you're wearing your hair and make up lately. So lovely! Thanks again for another wonderful video.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Mary! :) That's so sweet. Happy you enjoyed the video! Have a lovely day

[@totesflaisch]

Thank you for this video, Vera! This is what I needed to hear right now, as I have been quite depressed recently. Especially the point about making decisions, though they will never be 100% perfect. I always tend to overthink my decisions and if I have small doubts about anything, I just stay in the same situation and don't change something at all :( It's time to finally make a decision about what I'm going to do about my job - staying at my current company or trying out something new :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I wish you all the best with your job situation!

[@totesflaisch]

@@SimpleHappyZen Thank you! :)

[@lindatendron5293]

Hi Vera ! Your video makes me happy and feel better!! Thank you so much 😍🙏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Linda, that's so nice to hear :) Have a great day!

[@deborahmeyers7839]

Thanks for this video Vera I loved the bit about let things go as they go ie letting go of controlling things outside of our control I needed this Vera😘 thanks for sharing ♥️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed it Deborah! :) Take care my friend and have a lovely day

[@kettydesantis2288]

The pink sunset I saw before made me happy 😍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I can imagine 😄

[@ofelias8791]

Really useful reminders, thank you!

[@veraschmidt6698]

Thank you. such calming, informative and enriching videos✔❤💯

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much! Funny we have the same name :)

[@robertashaffer3950]

Thank you for this video 🙏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome :) Have a nice day today

[@petitsjoujoux5011]

Thank you for the insightful video Vera :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome! :) Have a lovely rest of your weekend

[@boniw698]

I just loved this. It’s just perfect especially since we had lockdown and now don’t. Getting to really no ,and like ourselves ❤️⭐️Thank you 💕

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed it! Have a lovely day

[@deborahroper3694]

Thank you Vera

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome Deborah, take care!! 🤗💕

[@MsQueen-uv7uw]

I really need this vlogs thank you for sharing ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome, take care! :)

[@AR-mu4zq]

Would you do a video on your health, like what you eat and your skin care and makeup? You always look so beautiful!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much! :) I might make a minimalist beauty routine video soon, but I'm not sure yet :) Meanwhile, I do have an older video about my skin care habits (kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6Kko5ShhZqGmJI) and a more recent What I eat in a day (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqTcnaCOacp_pJY)

[@AR-mu4zq]

@@SimpleHappyZen I watched your video, well done!

[@renee7567]

Very wise advice and wisdom!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so mcuh Renee :)