I've Found the Secret to Happiness

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Just a Few Acres Farm

Just a Few Acres Farm

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It took half my life, but I've found the secret to happiness. It boils down to some simple things: Realizing that no one else is responsible for your happiness, living below your means, finding one true friend, understanding whether you are in the right vocation, and understanding when to let go of control.
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-We do not ship our farm's products
-We do not sell live animals
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@rogerconner2195
@rogerconner2195 3 жыл бұрын
Hey pete, I’m a 14 year old boy and the start of my teenage years has been really hard. People at school tell me that I’m too short, the tv tells me I should be different and sometimes it got so hard that I decided not to talk to anyone and I stopped looking ant my phone and video games for a couple of weeks and I started to to realize that I didn’t need anyone else but God, you have inspired me so much, thank you for all your great content. (Also I want to be a farmer one day😄)
@stevenboyd593
@stevenboyd593 3 жыл бұрын
Well done Roger, there's a lot of truth here and what you gleaned has already started paying off...you get it, you understood what the man said and applied it to your benefit. You obviously have a good mind and maturity that keep you on the right track. God bless you as you do and seek Him. Proverbs 3:5,6 ...Shalom
@patriciaaberth6664
@patriciaaberth6664 3 жыл бұрын
Good thinking Roger, I am 63 years young lol and throughout my life I have ran into so much negatively I then remembered someone telling me that when you come across someone with a bad attitude or bad energy just pray for them they could be going through something in their own life that is bringing out all the negative vibes and comments and you know it seems to help me to understand people. Just a little note. God bless
@aeliciacrafts3566
@aeliciacrafts3566 3 жыл бұрын
Always except self and love self. Nobody is a better you 😍🥰
@EklektikKim
@EklektikKim 3 жыл бұрын
Roger.. 👏👏👏👏👏 God is Absolutely Good!
@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962
@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962 3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir
@elizabethblane201
@elizabethblane201 3 жыл бұрын
OMG, Pete. I knew that I liked you, but now I know why: you are a humble sage.
@jorgebarrero2917
@jorgebarrero2917 3 жыл бұрын
yes, this gentleman is a true kind wise sage
@danblock9830
@danblock9830 3 жыл бұрын
A very wise man indeed
@joshdurning7953
@joshdurning7953 3 жыл бұрын
@@danblock9830 very true
@joehovanec1985
@joehovanec1985 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, you have just passed on so much worthwhile knowledge, all I can say is, thank you. Hopefully, many people will benefit from your words.
@abdelouahabzabout3136
@abdelouahabzabout3136 3 жыл бұрын
I share with my Kids and told them to translate !
@myharris
@myharris 3 жыл бұрын
"No man is free who is not a master of himself" - Epictetus. Smart cookie.
@frankcurley
@frankcurley 3 жыл бұрын
" The Good Lord gave us two eyes, two ears and one mouth...He wishes we used them in the proportion in which he gave them".
@Fishbabies
@Fishbabies 2 жыл бұрын
LOVE this!! Thanks, Frank!!
@brycewiborg8095
@brycewiborg8095 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Living beneath your means is a positive. My parents did it their entire lives. They were a result of the depression. My siblings weren't spoiled by material things. Later on in life we still maintain those values. Thanks for posting Pete.
@jeannedigennaro6484
@jeannedigennaro6484 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the “PeteTalk”. Everyone who’s unhappy in their job should watch this. And we need more small, local, regenerative farms.
@richardsabean5781
@richardsabean5781 3 жыл бұрын
You would make a great person to give a High School Graduation Speech!!!
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
A speaker to homeschool groups, Ag / 4H groups … encourage and help youth in seeking the relevant direction.
@timallbritton3716
@timallbritton3716 3 жыл бұрын
A gentleman and a scholar... I am so glad I found your channel. I love hearing the truth and not just listening to someone's self-serving opinions. Great advice :)
@theGrateful11
@theGrateful11 3 жыл бұрын
I found happiness when I started a relationship with Jesus. Knowing him is the only true happiness!
@vincestripling6617
@vincestripling6617 3 жыл бұрын
Pete I am a 57 year old man, I watched this and started crying. Still trying to figure out why. Thanks for sharing.
@bslturtle
@bslturtle 3 жыл бұрын
Truth. You knew this. You are not crazy
@KayInMaine
@KayInMaine 3 жыл бұрын
❤❤❤
@INRIKingOfKings
@INRIKingOfKings 3 жыл бұрын
I know exactly what you mean. I completely stopped watching the news, canceled the paper, and closed all social media sites. I feel so much better and free.
@jjflywithme9834
@jjflywithme9834 3 жыл бұрын
Amen, all of the topics you spoke on are the lessons we are teaching are children!
@user-xt3rm9fc7d
@user-xt3rm9fc7d 2 ай бұрын
I love watching your videos. I just started watching a month ago. I couldn't help but to share my real joy in Christ alone. If you don't know Christ as your Lord and Savior, I hope that one day you will. Your such a kind man full of wisdom. Thanks for sharing.
@love2craft545
@love2craft545 3 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing. I’m on my last week of a job that I couldn’t take any longer. I’ve been there 14 years, and at my age (older than you), it was a tough choice. I’m starting a new job, which both scares me and excites me! I praying for peace, and the ability to do the very best job for them with a smile in my soul! Thanks for the video Pete!
@phatkid6811
@phatkid6811 3 жыл бұрын
Amen! My father in law is bogged in unhappiness watching the news and reciting: "This isn't the world I grew up in". We've been telling him - get off the news - talk to your neighbors - it's not that bad out there - everyone's not out to get you. But he keeps watching and says "...I wonder if peace has broken out yet?..." It never will watching the news.... Great advice - I passed this vid to him - hope he watches.
@johnprins4954
@johnprins4954 3 жыл бұрын
“If your outgo exceeds your income Then your upkeep will be your downfall”
@georgekacica3707
@georgekacica3707 3 жыл бұрын
Huh!
@tinybubbles3724
@tinybubbles3724 3 жыл бұрын
As an electrician, if you don't have a 80k truck and 100k camper and 45k worth of atv's and a pile of guns and $300k worth of mortgage and and and.... your nobody.
@jacobm1001
@jacobm1001 3 жыл бұрын
Well said . Sounds like something Dave Ramsey would says. Thank you for sharing your wisdom
@jayhay1237
@jayhay1237 3 жыл бұрын
Never heard that one.Very Twain-like?
@paulwilmer7923
@paulwilmer7923 3 жыл бұрын
You are so right on if we can just Lear to love and stop hating one another this would be a better world.
@gunman462
@gunman462 3 жыл бұрын
can't understate the power of this message. We have become weak and regaining our strength is more satisfying than wealth and excess.
@TomSmith-me7ph
@TomSmith-me7ph 3 жыл бұрын
Very wise words, I wished I heard them sooner. I’m retired now and too old to do the things I longed to.
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
I feel that way often, what path (boat) did I miss, what could I have done if I’d not been fearful.
@smoothsailingmp
@smoothsailingmp 3 жыл бұрын
Do you know the LORD? That's the most important thing
@billysmith6131
@billysmith6131 3 жыл бұрын
2ond heart attack at 50, I was disability pensioned off from the FD. I was bitter, anger, not ready to go. One night my wife pointed out that every time one of my 5 children called to help them, I could pack up what I was doing and be on the road. I thought about that for an hour. I relized that working with my hands wood working, and helping my Family was what I loved to do. Been doing it for 10 years now. Woodworking mixed with helping my Family......so relaxing. I really love it.......ashamed I wasted the other 2 years..........
@thrifty1783
@thrifty1783 3 жыл бұрын
This is one HELL of a talk. Me personally I had to quit fighting god and being king emperor of turd island. Once I started listening to him I’ve prospered and everything is working.
@AFFarms444
@AFFarms444 3 жыл бұрын
Again, Pete drops truth bombs on Sundays. Wisdom from our predecessors is invaluable. MOST UNDERRATED WORTHWHILE FARM CHANNEL ON KZbin. Deserving of 500K views. A no nonsense/BS approach to farming and life! This is where is at! Thank you.
@JesusSaves86AB
@JesusSaves86AB 3 жыл бұрын
We were using a charcoal grill for smoking as well. Works just as good without wasting money on fancy equipment.
@derekp6636
@derekp6636 3 жыл бұрын
switched back to using a kettle grill myself......snake method works great with briquettes!
@cliffhonnasregenerativerancher
@cliffhonnasregenerativerancher 3 жыл бұрын
So many folks need to hear this! I too left a job I didn’t like (love what my vocation is but didn’t like where I did it - politics and bureaucracy) and started my own business at 50. Everyone said I was crazy to leave the security I had. Thirteen years later I have a thriving business and a thriving farm. Like you Pete, I work from sun up to sundown and love every minute of it. I too turned off the TV, social media, and internet news. Never been happier. Plus, I have refocused on my faith!
@synner707
@synner707 3 жыл бұрын
My secret to happiness is pete and his jokes
@jlynn473
@jlynn473 3 жыл бұрын
This resonates so much with me. If you asked me 4 years ago if I could see myself as a farmer... I would have laughed in your face But here I am with 40 plus goats, 200 + chickens, 20+ ducks, raising and processing my own meat chicken and turkeys for meat and so much more. I've had a career for the last 30 years in the transportation industry, and have always been in pursuit of more. Farm life gives me everything. I love your channel.
@BlueCactusDairyGoats
@BlueCactusDairyGoats 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed on all points! I quit watching the news in January this year and I'm happier than ever. I have more time for things I can control versus spending my time mad about things I can't control. P.s. I just bought your book. -Derek
@joconnor3567
@joconnor3567 3 жыл бұрын
Ditto. No more news(?)
@rositatorres6483
@rositatorres6483 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 62 yrs old and I enjoy watching your channel and I like what your doing.
@stevejanka361
@stevejanka361 3 жыл бұрын
Good afternoon Pete, there is alot of buckshot in your video today. Your wife being your best and loyal friend is absolutely essential. That leads to being able to live below your means let alone within your means. Thanks for a great Sunday video. Have a happy week.
@joejohnson7517
@joejohnson7517 3 жыл бұрын
Wise words from Pete. Advertising is everywhere, where it controls your mindset. "I need a new tractor, I need a new truck, I need a new farm, I need a new .......".
@bencuthbert8915
@bencuthbert8915 3 жыл бұрын
Who would've thought? Short ribs and zen wisdom! Thanks for sharing Pete.
@awilliams5660
@awilliams5660 3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are better than a year's supply of Prozac!!! I left life as a major CFO a few years ago to drive for rideshare companies. No email, no stress, no imbalance. My ego took a while to catch up with my choice, but my debts are almost gone and my biggest problem is road conditions. My sense of blessings has soared.
@mvfc7637
@mvfc7637 3 жыл бұрын
the corporate life is highly toxic and is even more so now, it burns you out and reading through the comments so far there seems to be an entire generation of men who are burned out and seek less stressful and toxic forms of earning income, I think the film “The Office” nailed it all the way back in 2000.
@bretdavisdmd
@bretdavisdmd 3 жыл бұрын
We are watching this video as a family tonight with my children. Every Sunday we have what we call “family night”. We talk, sing, share spiritual messages/scriptures, and just be together. This is the message tonight. Thank you for being part of our family. Bret
@ghostpeppered4524
@ghostpeppered4524 3 жыл бұрын
Pete your videos are the peaceful eye of the hurricane these days.
@grpcrsh
@grpcrsh 3 жыл бұрын
I have been binge watching your videos since discovering your channel. I have a lot of appreciation for what you do and the humble advice you give. Thank You!
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
As have I.
@stevenandrews6627
@stevenandrews6627 3 жыл бұрын
Accurate words Pete. 20 years ago, I was removed from my career of 25 years by office politics. Took me a number of years to realize that job would have put me in an early grave. To this day, I'm still haunted by that job's environment. I've been living in what many people around me call a bubble because of my disinterest in much of the world around me. In reality, I simply don't involve myself in things I cannot affect or change and pay attention to those things I can. 👍👍👍👍
@rockeerockey6941
@rockeerockey6941 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, the very moment you said, "advertising" YT plopped in a agriculture ad/commercial! Hilarious!! 😃 😃 😃
@cnregister2151
@cnregister2151 3 жыл бұрын
Mine was about beef.
@markee063
@markee063 3 жыл бұрын
Oh crap, mine was a smart home thingy by bedbatbeyond.
@dougarchbold1489
@dougarchbold1489 3 жыл бұрын
I just pay a monthly fee to get rid of the adds. I did exactly as Pete did and he’s right. Pete is either loaded or left with little after years of working at a job. Even if you are a perceived owner. I thought I was rich on paper. I owned a whole bunch of little properties that had an appraised value that was tough to realise when I went to sell . It was a soft period but once started I had to keep going. Years later the properties are worth double and sell in a couple of weeks. It’s not easy to figure the best time to sell and retire. Fortunately, I was stuck with some bad properties that I could not get an offer on. I held these reluctantly. They now equal in value what I sold earlier. 1% ,money has made a difference as hasC19 as people seem trapped and started buying real estate like mad. Crazy world.
@rockeerockey6941
@rockeerockey6941 3 жыл бұрын
Farming is not retirement, it's constant hard work!
@limerickman8512
@limerickman8512 3 жыл бұрын
Same here and it was Spotify going the exact opposite of what Pete says.
@thinkingofothers353
@thinkingofothers353 3 жыл бұрын
People need to hear and view your channel , I am glad we are internet friends..The BEST to you my friend.
@adamfontana537
@adamfontana537 3 жыл бұрын
Pete you have helped me in so many ways, I can’t thank you enough
@darlenechaney6989
@darlenechaney6989 3 жыл бұрын
I'm at the cross roads now. I have taken care of everyone else witch has left me just about broke. As soon as fall comes I'm gonna move onto my property and build my own tiny home,Lord willing and the creek don't rise. 🙏😊
@big.g.fromohio3546
@big.g.fromohio3546 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video Pete. I have a few people that need to take this advice. Enjoy the ribs!
@avail1.
@avail1. 3 жыл бұрын
be not anxious for anything, sufficient unto the day is the trouble thereof, and trouble is always free, the 1 thing that doesnt cost anything...thanks for helping farmer Pete. 🚜
@rosehavenfarm2969
@rosehavenfarm2969 3 жыл бұрын
"I tuned out." Yessir! Ten years. No tv or radio in our home. No (anti)social media, except YT. Living below your means is very important. Otherwise, one is the slave to the creditors. Yes, a slave. Edit: PS, your summary in the show notes are spot on. Congratulations sir...and to your loving wife and True Friend, as well.
@jamesspry3294
@jamesspry3294 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, you're still a legend! But you missed one thing: When you interact with others, try and make their day better for dealt with you. That way everyone feels better. (Also, if i can have a second thing) always finish everything on a positive. There's too much negative in the world. We all need to hear and think of the good. Life's too short for anything else. 😁👍
@theburnhams2925
@theburnhams2925 3 жыл бұрын
Old expression: If you love what you do, you'll never "work" a day in your life....
@Fred-re2gv
@Fred-re2gv 3 жыл бұрын
Loving what you do doesn't feel like work instead your enjoying yourself .
@moewilson4605
@moewilson4605 3 жыл бұрын
Sage advice about finding happiness. I am 51 years old and also do not use Facebook or Twitter. I currently walk a Canada Post route for four hours everyday in the middle of suburbia. I don’t wear headphones like most other carriers. I just like my thoughts and a casual short conversation with some of my regulars. Talking to good people can brighten your day. It also helps talking to others so I don’t talk my husband to death when I get home. Happiness can be found in so many places. At home I enjoy my three free roaming bunnies, gardening, my flower beds etc…Next spring I am expanding my vegetable gardening. Do what makes you happy.
@vangiefich
@vangiefich 3 жыл бұрын
Your philosophy for life sounds like listening to my husband and I talk. We really enjoy your videos! Thank you for sharing your thoughts today!
@sandraboose3686
@sandraboose3686 3 жыл бұрын
My husband and I have not watched TV for 5 yrs. Don't miss it. Just found your channel love it.
@Wheelloader__
@Wheelloader__ 3 жыл бұрын
I live in a 1973 mobile home on a 3 acre lot that’s been paid for years ago. I drive a 2004 jeep. I do have a pretty good job that I love. I love the life I’ve made for myself. So I guess I’m living below my means. And I haven’t watched tv for years.
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing fortitude.
@janicecoxharrell8570
@janicecoxharrell8570 2 жыл бұрын
That is one smart man!! I am 75 and what he says is so true!
@Sir_Loin_
@Sir_Loin_ 3 жыл бұрын
I truly need to take my life into my own hand and finally find happiness. I needed this video
@sdvma
@sdvma 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jesus for giving me peace & joy.
@TheCowboylogic
@TheCowboylogic 3 жыл бұрын
Pete has it figured out. Humility, Kindness.
@markkaes3144
@markkaes3144 3 жыл бұрын
As I contemplate retirement I find this nugget. Thanks Pete, you helped me a bunch. Have a wonderful day.
@bobkmac
@bobkmac 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, I have to say this is the first time I've ever been disappointed in one of your videos. Sad. I can't believe you didn't let us see the finished product off of that grill.
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
Ha-ha.
@bigtrev8xl
@bigtrev8xl 3 жыл бұрын
I'm in my sixties, so I'm 12 years ahead of you Pete.. I jumped ship years ago, and got out of the rat race. gave up reading "news papers" 40 years ago.. avoiding the telly in our house, is virtually impossible, but I only only watch the news, IF there a genuine crisis in the world type of thing, and only for a limited time.. before buying anything, do I need it, can I get by without it. Life is much simpler this way 😊😊😊👌👌
@hschultz123
@hschultz123 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Thank you
@deecooper1567
@deecooper1567 2 жыл бұрын
GM Pete ☕️. New to your videos & I have to say it is so nice to hear someone who thinks like me. Of course I’m 73 so have had time to get to where you are today 😊. The inner peace can only be felt when you leave some things Out of your life and not let people or social media of any kind disrupt that. Have a wonderful day 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️
@derrickpurdy7011
@derrickpurdy7011 3 жыл бұрын
When I lived with my dad on his farm, I absolutely hated the work. These days, I miss the farm. I wish I could go back or at least had the opportunity to be able to help someone on their farm but that wasn't for me I guess. At least the lessons I learned from my dad on the farm have stuck with me.
@JP-bv7bf
@JP-bv7bf 3 жыл бұрын
You couldn’t say it better. We allow TV, society to say who we should be or want. Money does not bring happiness. Love, family and God brings me happiness. thanks for your great content and great example for so many. God bless you and your family, 🇨🇦
@verl20
@verl20 3 жыл бұрын
I needed to hear something like this, thank you!
@carlosg1165
@carlosg1165 3 жыл бұрын
So many words of wisdom. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💯💯💯💯
@cynthias8317
@cynthias8317 3 жыл бұрын
Such sage advice, Pete. I had to leave teaching 4 years ago due to blind/low vision issues. I wish I could say that I’ve bucked up and figured out how to be happy, but have only been in a holding pattern. My husband is retiring at the end of this school year, and you’ve given us a lot to think about regarding our future plans. So nice to see someone following their internal compass and finding their true north. I’m trust that we can do the same.
@carollacoste532
@carollacoste532 3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you Stay away from TV Social Media, etc. You will sleep better at night not having to worry about whats going on .Just take care of ourselves and be Happy
@TomBiggerstaff-gn1ws
@TomBiggerstaff-gn1ws 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pete . I to have stopped watching tv now for the last 2 years and agree with you completely
@samsam3499
@samsam3499 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, been there, done that, Went from a manager in a somewhat high pressure job to becoming a luthier, build violins and bows. Retired at 53 and am now 78. Loved my career job but my "hobby job" is fantastic.
@jefffehrenbacher2962
@jefffehrenbacher2962 3 жыл бұрын
amen ~ have never seen a Hearse ... with a U-Haul trailing behind .. .
@PS-wz9fc
@PS-wz9fc 3 жыл бұрын
Just by deciding to not compare yourself with others and forgiving the people that harmed you and forgetting the past is the best thing you can do to yourself, even if others want to compare, not forget and be stuck in the past..
@MyClutteredGarage
@MyClutteredGarage 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, I’ve watched this one twice. Great presentation. I’ve often mused at the irony that it seems so difficult to live simply.
@lynetteledoux2845
@lynetteledoux2845 3 жыл бұрын
I too think I’ll have to listen to this a few times … Pete, I think you could start a weekly podcast.
@tomf9292
@tomf9292 2 жыл бұрын
Amen Pete. Live below your means, save and pay off debt…this gives you choices. I’m 57 and this video really resonates me. I had a successful business for 30 yrs but hated it. Sold it and never looked back.
@TheBeef49
@TheBeef49 3 жыл бұрын
He’s right I disconnected a little over a year ago and it helped a-lot im much happier and productive now. And ill defiantly be doing the rib smoking trick.
@ritabrunetti381
@ritabrunetti381 3 жыл бұрын
What a great message for everyone. My husband and I married having talked about everything while engaged. Plans for a family, including that I would stay home raising the kids. How to spend below our needs which always help us to save a bit every paycheck. Life is good now that we are retired. Kids got to go to college, and we continued to save a bit still. No major financial concerns. Who would have guessed we could come this far on a one income household most of the 45 years being married. Be well, Peter & Hillary.
@colincioe1264
@colincioe1264 3 жыл бұрын
As a young person, I needed to hear this. Thnx
@wolfbad2711
@wolfbad2711 3 жыл бұрын
I am glad you found your happiness. Thank you for showing me the right way.
@DashCamEnthusiast
@DashCamEnthusiast 3 жыл бұрын
I’m 18 and I started my farm 2 years ago at the age of 16… many people speak bout these parents spoiling their children with materials (ie money, clothes, phones, etc..) I can gladly say I was not spoiled like many of my peers around my town think I am… I have worked my tail off starting at age 15, I started working in a chicken farm ($10 a hour), I work there to this day, and I save every penny I have to make sure my livestock is cared for and my parents have to worry bout nothing… the very ignorant people of my town and county have caused me a great deal of unhappiness because people take my hard work, my livestock and my nice vehicle (which I paid for myself) and effort and time and they misconstrue it to “his parents spoil him”… I for one, would like to say that I was not spoiled by my parents, I have worked my tail off for 3 years, I now have 8 head of cattle, 7 goats, 3 ducks, 28 chickens, 2 pigs and 3 donkeys and a very nice truck… it’s not bout the money, it’s what makes me happy, and bacon and beef makes me happpyyyyy
@dustcloudfeatherstone8195
@dustcloudfeatherstone8195 3 жыл бұрын
Stories like yours give hope to us elderly folks, Carson. Hope you can start your own you Tube someday. What an inspiration & help it would be!
@DashCamEnthusiast
@DashCamEnthusiast 3 жыл бұрын
@@dustcloudfeatherstone8195 man I wish I had time 😂 I’m going off to college next month and leaving my younger brother to the farm (except for the weekends)
@scotthambrick2293
@scotthambrick2293 3 жыл бұрын
It doesn’t sound like you need college Carson. Skip the university and keep up that good work!
@DashCamEnthusiast
@DashCamEnthusiast 3 жыл бұрын
@@scotthambrick2293 shoot the way the world is, I need it to stay a float
@jst4curiosity704
@jst4curiosity704 2 жыл бұрын
Pete, I'm now going on 66-yrs. old, and retired 3 1/2 yrs. ago from a very demanding Network Engineer / Sr. Systems Administrator role at a fortune 100 co. For nearly 2-years I wondered around lost, void of my identity and that which I prided myself in and which others recognized me for, but I found out that it wasn't really lacking an occupation that bothered me most, it was not doing anything to benefit others than myself! Your wisdom spoke to me in these last few messages you shared {starting with the day you almost died..}, and now I'm trying to find the place of service where I can help the most. Not there yet, but still working on it! Thanks for what you do brother!
@ariusmaximilian8291
@ariusmaximilian8291 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I had an uncle like you. You a wise person and have built an amazing family, that has more worth than anything status or a job could bring.
@ayileenenga9670
@ayileenenga9670 3 жыл бұрын
me too
@stevenbp101
@stevenbp101 3 жыл бұрын
Such a sound concept. Positive people roll with the punches, it rains on the just and the unjust. It’s all about what we do with the rain of life. God bless y’all. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸
@klazyy641
@klazyy641 3 жыл бұрын
Pearls of wisdom to live by-----but on top of all of that, I want to know how the short ribs turned out, lol!
@genewileyopa
@genewileyopa 3 жыл бұрын
Well said Pete, lots of good advice in this video. Me personally, I listen to Christian music. Positive messages in music. Faith goes a long ways with me. God is in control of all our journeys in life. Thanks for sharing, Iowa cares.
@appomattoxross6751
@appomattoxross6751 3 жыл бұрын
Pete: The modern day Andy Rooney. I mean that as a compliment.
@bigtime37ja
@bigtime37ja 3 жыл бұрын
I agree,
@jeffreyhall5679
@jeffreyhall5679 3 жыл бұрын
OMG his voice sounds little like Andy Rooney also .
@redfirewoodstand3808
@redfirewoodstand3808 3 жыл бұрын
More like the farmer version of “Jay Leno” Diesel Chin right there
@johnnelson3220
@johnnelson3220 3 жыл бұрын
Pete did I tell you I had a haddock last week?? I took two aspirin for the halibut.. Outstanding essay Pete. Truly. I too ended tv during the tRump Regime. And I'm still driving my 2005 Ford truck with PRNDL on the column!! Send me some ribs!!
@oledavec
@oledavec 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts, Pete. I'm glad you've found your happiness (as a philosophy major back in college, I argued that finding happiness was our mission in life) and I hope the ribs were an ample reward. For today.
@mohammedali808
@mohammedali808 3 жыл бұрын
I could not agree with you more. You found happiness in what you are doing with a CONTENTED HEART WITH THE CHERISHED SUPPORT OF YOUR WIFE. If she did not support you ,you would not have been happier. So do everything that makes her happy too. You have a great team
@packatk7431
@packatk7431 3 жыл бұрын
One of your best videos Pete. I felt like you're speaking directly to me. I'm on a 5 year plan to do exactly what you did... move to a simpler life and one I'm happier with. Thank you so much for this video.
@BillTheTractorMan
@BillTheTractorMan 3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree Pete! Social media and the media are horrible for one's health. I avoid a lot of it and have to take breaks frequently. Each of us is responsible for our own happiness and health, relying on others is a recipe for bad health and dissapointment.
@dombond6515
@dombond6515 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this!!! Makes so much sense and something everyone should watch
@JimPoston1
@JimPoston1 3 жыл бұрын
Mr. Larson... I couldn't agree more! It seems you've learned there's two sides of this life... the natural and the Spiritual. Which ever one you feed is the one that grows!
@RalphRotten54
@RalphRotten54 3 жыл бұрын
Well said Pete. Same age. Was let go from a long time job in the recession. Decided it was time to start my own path. Good wisdom you shared.
@almontepaolilli7531
@almontepaolilli7531 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I retired twice and since I left the highly competitive jobs, I like to do things for my friends and neighbors who need help. Helping others makes my life more complete. You are on the right track.
@buildfabtest358
@buildfabtest358 3 жыл бұрын
the true and one secret to happiness is saying hi to cow and loving a cow
@juvenaldominguez7022
@juvenaldominguez7022 3 жыл бұрын
I know what my happiness would be. When I grow up live a place like yours. Thanks for sharing.
@fritzie1968
@fritzie1968 3 жыл бұрын
Sage advice. As a 53 year old...this resonates well. I did very similarly...and although struggles remain (just different ones) I am significantly happier.
@bubbashrimp2655
@bubbashrimp2655 3 жыл бұрын
It's called midlife crisis ...
@kgandres
@kgandres 3 жыл бұрын
Wiser words have not been spoken especially here on KZbin. Again, thank you Pete for the great perspective.
@albertabrandenburg5027
@albertabrandenburg5027 3 жыл бұрын
I use to have a farm but when my husband die I sold the 89 acres farm . Now I wish I keep it . I was depressed when I lost my husband.
@sthembisomthembu395
@sthembisomthembu395 3 жыл бұрын
You can still search and buy one. Even a small version.
@jimmiller6364
@jimmiller6364 3 жыл бұрын
Pete, I am 53 and part owner of a business in finance. I absolutely hate what I do. I bought a farm 5 years ago. Have a herd of Dexters and love being there every evening. I am very scared of leaving the security of my job. I hope to have your courage one day to sell my business and finally be happy with my work..your an inspiration
@brandondawson9591
@brandondawson9591 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the inspiration and knowledge Pete. Just bought my first acre in my home state of Hawaii. Keep the knowledge coming. 😎🤙
@jupitercyclops6521
@jupitercyclops6521 3 жыл бұрын
Bet that wasn't cheap. I don't really know. I'm sure it depends on where. I could probably afford an acre in Hawaii where the lava is flowing. Seems like a beautiful place to live/ work. Good luck to you!
@brandondawson9591
@brandondawson9591 3 жыл бұрын
@@8tomtoms8 that it is 😎🤙
@brandondawson9591
@brandondawson9591 3 жыл бұрын
@@jupitercyclops6521 nothing in Hawaii is cheap. But if you know the right person, then you can at least get it at the best possible price. In my 37 years here. I've only seen property price drop here 1 time in the late 90's. So at least property in Hawaii is a safe enough bet once you get in. 😎🤙
@jimproud3116
@jimproud3116 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pete for your comments. I am retired now but when I worked I used to listen to Rush Limbaugh on the car radio on the way home and by the time I got home I couldn't figure out why I was feeling angry. But I think now I need to give up TV news altogether too. And a word from my life too - since I have turned my life over to Jesus Christ things have really had purpose and meaning. Hope you find that too.
@cooperbartholomew8807
@cooperbartholomew8807 3 жыл бұрын
Hey I love the videos and learn a lot from you
@OldRedTractors
@OldRedTractors 3 жыл бұрын
I left my job over a month ago. I was always angry. Now I'm working at home with old tractors and paint and body. You are right, the money is there when I need it and I am spending time with my kids. Also I am able to tend my garden which is a great relief. Follow your heart
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