week in the life of a digital minimalist

video

[@rudramishra1159]

When I had no friends, nobody to talk, I used to study with him. Not many things have changed even now, I'm still alone. But this guy's really a gift for all of us.

[@hal-hb2of]

i wish i had friends too

[@sld99944]

same, bruh

[@safir_8007]

Same

[@anjalisrivastava9144]

Yeah me too

[@oliviervanleeuwen6867]

Lmfao then go outside and get some friends

[@alexmcnally]

Definitely worth the wait for a longer form video, definitely would like to see more of these in the future, James

[@johnnylambda6043]

i completely agree bro

[@اسماءيحييكنعر]

I very much agree with you

[@tanishq-kun]

Much with you agree I do

[@PseudonymousBosch-ec2vo]

I do agree very much with you

[@eshanpatil5979]

very much is what i agree with you

[@rudeus8998]

Bro is literally the anime protagonist, living like a main character

[@Cmhrjkyg]

Jesus died so that you could go to Heaven. He loves you . He would really like a relationship with you and for you to live for him. I recommend that you read the Bible♥️✝️

[@nicolassandoval3763]

why bro@@Cmhrjkyg

[@Athena-rr4hu]

​@@Cmhrjkyghow can jesus be a god and the son of god at the same time?

[@ethanmccorkle6693]

@@Cmhrjkyghello there bot!

[@natechenheng1380]

@@Athena-rr4huthat’s because God sent himself down to earth as a human, making Jesus the son of God. Jesus was born in a manger. Skipping all that, you might be wondering how there’s one God, but also three? well it’s called the holy trinity, God the father, the son (Jesus) and the holy spirit, after jesus died, rose again on the 3rd day and left off to heaven. I hope you learned something man

[@kev4378]

I used to think I was a tech minimalist having just a laptop and smartphone. After watching your channel I learned the error of my ways and after acquiring 26 more tech gadgets including 4 random android E-Ink tablets, 4 more laptops, some old desktops, 3 Japanese flip phones, and 12 old MP3 players I have truly minimalized my tech and am more streamlined. Thank you.

[@jvscholz]

haha

[@HamzaHanma]

yeah it's about surround yourself with minimalist things 😂

[@aroxander]

best comment out here

[@halfpeach6705]

the cost of watching his channel is to be surrounded by old fashioned "e-waste" that can breed even more on their own.

[@koroshiyashinigami]

The music choices in the whole video were so awesome! Also the evil laugh for the kitty was so funny!

[@ariandigaluh9461]

what's the intro title?

[@PauOutdoors]

Any idea of the first song?

[@koroshiyashinigami]

It's 'The Last Cherry Blossom' by RudeManners @@ariandigaluh9461 , @PauOutdoors

[@SpaceSeal64]

@@ariandigaluh9461 kzbin.info/www/bejne/boHWeGavmLGradEsi=BXWOQha7gIOwLvvL

[@SpaceSeal64]

@@PauOutdoors kzbin.info/www/bejne/boHWeGavmLGradEsi=BXWOQha7gIOwLvvL

[@Roya_S]

Miss you boy! It brought me back to those good days when I studied with you every day, Miss you and Mika

[@adithgxd]

Fr 2020-21😢

[@cjdj1406]

Ayooooo! As a Mexican American, James busting out Mexican Banda has been the peak of this year so far!!! That’s awesome dude!!!

[@JoseSanchez-wr8lx]

That’s what I said 😂 W

[@annav4267]

fr literally threw me off guard lmfao

[@johnnylambda6043]

yeah same bro :)@@annav4267

[@YontTony]

bro i thought my Spotify started playing haha

[@codeLotion]

@@YontTony same 😂

[@sema4554]

"I've had difficulty finding meaning for most of my life. But when I cut everything out it was hard to not see what I wanted" this impressed me, it was really inspirational. I wrote it on my agenda so that I could see it from time to time. Love you, James.

[@maxf13501]

Really stepping it up with a WEEK in the life. Production fire too

[@bittlescott]

next up: a year in the life.

[@maxf13501]

@@bittlescott Thats what the autobiography is for

[@blob5634]

i appreciate that you mention boredom being important for living a intentional life. ive watched a lot of your videos and feel like that specifically wasnt mentioned too much, so i can really better understand what it will take now for me to improve myself in a way similar to what you have been able to do :)

[@eugeemz6591]

But it's soooooo hard. Guess that's the point tho right?

[@hangezoe__]

Seeing him happy makes me happy ♡

[@FlorZuloaga]

Totally agree 🫰🫶

[@TedNemeth]

….can i ask you an honest question: what exactly is the attraction to this person and his content?

[@hangezoe__]

@@TedNemeth The aesthetics of course and attend his live... you'll automatically know And do a background check of him if you want to know more about him then you'll know why I'm saying all this

[@bali9107]

@@hangezoe__ how to use these study with me videos effectively ?? How do u use them more effectively??

[@hangezoe__]

@@bali9107 when you don't feel like studying and feeling unmotivated or down so play this in background and start studying following pomodoro...

[@gutsypath9]

I'm 23 and you're an inspiration for me bro. The girl by your side will be the luckiest. The best wishes from Chile

[@kmy6604]

Hola compatriota! Este chico me da esperanza de las nuevas generaciones, mucho éxito en todo lo que te propongas!! 🤗

[@ReyZix]

Been watching the channel for a little over a year now, you've impacted my studies greatly and inspired me to work harder! Thank you scholz

[@Nounou790]

You Can tell me how please!?

[@ReyZix]

@@Nounou790 what would you want me to tell you im a bit confused?

[@skp1575]

@@ReyZix i think they mean what specific aspect you improved in after seeing james

[@ReyZix]

@@skp1575 oh, I improved my abilities of learning information quickly, learning how to study, and other things that came with the influence of watching his channel

[@ReyZix]

@@Nounou790 Sorry for the late response, but I have limited distractions as far as always getting notifications on my phone as well as looking more into doing deep work and being mindful of how I am spending my time

[@northernswedenstories1028]

Bro hiking and camping is the best for people who spend whole days on computers. It really helps reset yourself. Helps you think clearly.

[@NamelessJoja]

Been watching for years and I've been done with school for years. Sometimes just getting motivation is helpful in day-to-day life!

[@jiah7670]

he returned when the world needed him the most, welcome back king!

[@TedNemeth]

….can i ask you an honest question: what exactly is the attraction to this person and his content?

[@Bashertxo]

@@TedNemethmy take: he’s pure and not influency. In an often inauthentic world, James seems like he’s really just himself. And he helps me study and inspires me to be a better person all round. Also, I ❤ Mika!

[@TedNemeth]

@@Bashertxo --ahh thank you. I was asking sincerely. I’m full time on KZbin and starting a second channel so i was wondering what the huge draw was to him. I have since watched a full 1 hour interview of him. I see what you mean about being himself. He always seems like he just woke up! There’s a ….sincerity/honesty to that. He’s not all polished & manicured.

[@yongsth1020]

This video and how you worked on that topic was really healing for me to see. It gave me a feeling of calmness and "it will be okay" which is really what I needed right now.

[@or_ru8598]

yoo james I love seeing you improve yourself and I wanted to thank you because you were my motivation to study early and I found it easier to remember everything I studied, so stay safe and thanks again :)

[@Nounou790]

You Can please tell me how to study well,and wich are thé vidéos you wath?

[@Nounou790]

🤍🤍

[@or_ru8598]

@@Nounou790 Honestly, I was not able to study, but I discovered that I have to keep the phone away from me while studying because it distracts me a lot, and I have to study in the morning because my mind is clearer in the morning, and during the break I exercise and drink water. These are some tips that helped me while studying, and I hope I have helped you even a little ;)

[@von5078]

LOVING THE BANDA SONG ALL OF A SUDDEN WHASHHSHSH youre awesome jay!!! i always love these kind of vids from you tysm for being an inspiration 🌿🌿 also saludos desde México eres una chingonería 🇲🇽

[@axelon1474]

jajjajaj, si me saque de onda. no se si sea normal pero pues es el segundo video que miro de su canal y esta chido xc.

[@とっちきとっちき]

日本からいつも観ています。 渋くてカッコいい〜。これからも動画上げて下さい！

[@yoma4922]

Necesito mas videos asi, te quedo hermoso felicidades james

[@kuro1580]

I like = I'll read 1 page

[@AnkaraPessi]

18k pages

[@albertovaldez1444]

bro I cried when you pulled out that road trip song, I felt at home. You inspire me James, I'm currently on my second engineering semester, and I've been studying with your livestreams all the time

[@tarcior1164]

I'm two semesters away from finishing my degree in history, I left my job as an administrative assistant and I'm studying to work from home online while I don't graduate, today's world sells vices and impossible ideals of life which causes me a lot of anxiety and uncertainty , but people like you remind me that things should be simple, and simple does not mean easy, but it is worth choosing our own sufferings (study/physical exercises) and reaping the results of constancy, thank you very much for sharing your life, this helps a lot of people

[@anirudhadas8440]

so happy to get u back James. I got to remeber those days when I used to study with u. thank u for all those days. I really appreciate ur hard work. stay safe and take care of Mika .

[@Rururuai]

James is sources of my energy to make an effort. I love you !!

[@faltergeist_]

your vids always remind me that im on the right track, your cat is adorable, and thanks for the inspiration

[@BonkSalsa]

I just discovered your channel a couple days ago and realized we went to the same college at the same time, small world lol. Keep up the content, I like the really chill cozy vibes!

[@yusra_fatima07]

This really made me want to just leave everything behind and go on a trip to wherever, solo or maybe with my fam. But I got my medical college entrance exams in like two months so hopefully after that :) also thanks James for emphasizing on the importance of boredom as I've been trynna work on it and this made me want to continue putting efforts towards it.

[@dilek3519]

I really love your videos I hope you will achieve your dreams and goals, but the most important part is to do your best and enjoy your life !?!!?

[@etude7271]

この動画好きです、勉強以外のyouが見れて楽しかった😄

[@ayishasherin6604]

Loved it Do more videos like this

[@user-M7vZEryOTa]

Glad to see you again and doing well james. your videos have always given me the impression that all I need is to step back a bit from social media and technology in general, and spend the time with myself and my thoughts, reading my books, and focusing on my life instead of the virtual life. Thanks to you for being an inspiration to all of us in life not just in studying. truly grateful to know someone like you, even without knowing you personally, I am happy with just this.

[@gizemcevher]

ahhh james, when I see your situation and my own situation now, I think of the times when we studied together... and yes, I think I will cry again...~~

[@Haimaijivi-bc5he]

James's hardworking and solitary life is all that I want. Great man!

[@laraj2629]

Hi James!! I'm glad to see that you're doing well. It seems you're improving exceptionally well but I hope you do find your purpose. Have an awesome day.🌞

[@thenerdyken]

i just want to say that i am really grateful to you really made me go from having 10hr screentime to studying 10 hr every day thank you so much james you really changed my life love you ❤

[@glamortea]

Great video, loved it! You live such a good life! (watched in 20x speed)

[@Ильямаслов-о2н]

I am so grateful for you and your Chanel. It became a safe place, were I can return when I am down, to be surrounded with great people, who also finding there path. And when I study, I fell not lonely:)

[@HazHut]

Right, for everyone looking for the dope tunes James used: 1st track: Charge it to the Game, by Troyx and Riot 2nd baddass banda track: A lo Mejor, by Banda MS de Sergio Lizzaraga. Thank you, James, for introducing us to these sweeeeeet tunez 👍👍👍

[@ashhadnaqavi]

I think the "Charge it to the Game" track is distrokid landfill, I'm so certain the sax was part of a persona jazz ensemble cover or something from cowboy bebop Edit: Almost right lol, the real track is a jazz cover from The Brotet of Shiki no Uta by Nujabes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/boHWeGavmLGradE The suave sound is infact a trumpet and not a saxophone at all

[@Modicru]

This was honestly amazing - it really highlights how full life can be if you just step away from screens and other addictions. Thanks James

[@kalpshreemishra]

The way he looks at the kitty and goes .. mihihihi .. MIIHIHIHI 😭😂

[@alexgochez5996]

lmao xd

[@jadeng5625]

Hi James, been watching your videos for several years now. Just want to say you've been a huge inspiration to me both in terms of my studies and life in general, especially given that I relate to a lot of the things you've shared on your channels. Keep up the good work man!

[@jordanasuncion9523]

Ur one of my favorite creators/youtubers of all time, keep it up sir james

[@homafarster]

being ok with things as they are and to take it a step further, finding satisfaction or even joy in the present moment regardless of circumstance, is what has carried me through the darkest times in my life. i am exploring these lessons later than you have. awesome video

[@nucleja]

despite finding moments of this slightly pretentious I can see the effort you are putting in to bettering yourself and keeping everything going, I know how hard it is to do that and I respect it where I see it. keep up the good work!

[@Nilo5321]

im curious what about this is pretentious? he’s living a pretty humble and simple lifestyle

[@ghost-user559]

@@Nilo5321It’s the philosophy stuff and the focus on himself. You should look up and read Platos Cave. It’s something that happens when you change your life for the better and stop bad habits. Like how people who quit smoking or drinking get a little more judgmental of people who still do those things and even a little “preachy”. In reality when you find something better, you want to share it, but as humans we don’t always want to hear it. So from the outside it can seem “fake”. Same reason people who find God get really talkative about it. Sometimes people inside of the cave still, don’t even realize they don’t know what genuine looks like anymore after being trapped in an artificial world for so long.

[@studyd17]

James i started following you when i started highschool. You are such an inspiration to me. Watched your 11hr-12hr study vids to keep me motivated. I really loved your vid on 'how i studied 12hr a day' the line how you wanted to give your mother a house really hit me. Felt so relatable. You made a tremendous change in my life. Today i am gonna graduate highschool TwT. I cant believe it but i am so ready for life later !!! You are awesome as always tysm

[@renpooks]

camera quality and the cinematography goes harddddd

[@jas2800]

You should talk more about how you found your purpose in life, and also what your purpose in life is. Currently struggling with that too, would help a lot of people. 👍

[@vivi-mx5pi]

IM ABSOLUTELY FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS VLOG AND YOUR KITTY LAUGH

[@PepePalomeque]

Thanks to him I entered Med School, when I was tired of studying, when I felt like giving up I watched him and I remembered myself that we have to fight for our dreams. Thanks for all James, remember people to never give up and keep grinding to achieve your goals. It is hard for sure, but it wouldn't be fun if it was easy right?

[@Areebwani10]

Heyy yoo u back

[@luciesuldreen6366]

I discovered your channel a few months after you started doing your study with me live streams, and it helped me so much more than I realised back then. It was during my last year of high school, Covid and a lot of struggles in my personal and family life, and having some sort of company through your videos (and the Discord) really helped me as I used studying as an escape from real life. Time has flown so fast since then and I evolved a lot (for the better, I think), but I am still very grateful for the ideas you spread through your videos as they inspired me and taught me a lot in difficult times. I'm really glad to see that you seem to do well! Wishing you all the best, it's nice to see what you are up to now:))

[@casperl0ck]

you're changing in a good way bro💪

[@nakoo]

this video means the absolute world to me. i'd love to hear you elaborate more on having your life revolve around "boredom," i'm very curious about it!! also the area you hiked in looked so beautiful, i hope it was nice!!

[@ND-jv5cr]

loved the day in a life, this is even better

[@angelvxe]

this is so inspiring i cant even put it into words, especially the part about having difficulty finding meaning in your life. its funny because i thought someone like you would definitely find much more “meaning” in their life! anyway i think its cute how the new cat has the same tail as mika. thanks as always for the vids james! :D

[@SoumiaMAFTAH-cs7eu]

Finally james is back!🎉

[@poorvi7745]

james showed up and it made my day for real and I loved this side of him

[@HIdet0]

Nice james, like the shiki no uta ost.. did you watch Samurai Champloo too? Love Nujabes man!

[@jvscholz]

yeah bro samurai champloo is 🔥

[@HIdet0]

@@jvscholz one of the best animes, along with initial D!

[@McChickenLick]

​@@jvscholzi just found out about your channel and saw your same interest in mechanical pencils, cats, musashi miyamoto, and now you say you like samurai champloo??? definitely subscribing.

[@StudyWithAK-ve6hr]

How do you manage to schedule things with friends when you're so digital minimalistic? That's the only thing stopping me from going all in.

[@jvscholz]

on my computer

[@StudyWithAK-ve6hr]

@@jvscholzEy thanks for the response buddy, do you have set times during the day when you use social media?

[@akramcharafe]

2:28 song or beat name

[@samisami-ff9qg]

Have you found it?

[@akramcharafe]

@@samisami-ff9qg unfortunately no

[@samisami-ff9qg]

@@akramcharafe 😭😭

[@saanvighildiyal9671]

I started watching you during lockdown, your videos helped so much your passion really inspired me. Still now, everytime I take a break I come running to rewatch your videos.

[@xTHETRINCHOx]

Minimal? Piles of tech But hes minimal product.

[@tommarvoloriddle094]

Yes minimal, e ink devices without social media or anything is definitely minimal

[@oc2505]

He’s not a physical minimalist, but digitally he leads a minimalist life

[@defamiliars]

Thank you

[@ohWnoraA]

Ay man, you've really helped me the past few months on improving myself and my life. Keep it up. Much love.

[@furiouswolf8831]

I wouldn't be living my life with anywhere near as much value as I do now post-covid if it weren't for your inspiration. Thank you so much

[@AmitRaj-nr2xw]

James could please share your wallpaper which u use on ur book reader please please !!

[@jvscholz]

it's a vagabond wallpaper you can search it with reverse google images

[@ShrimpyJS]

Been dealing with depression and struggling with my school but watching your videos always put a smile on my face and make me feel like it’s all ok. Thank you.

[@Samrvt]

Ay , listen everything is going to be completely fine , don't stress too much just keep going on with life.

[@HamzaHanma]

I think the misuse of social media and the phone in general is the mean reason to be stressed.

[@ShrimpyJS]

@@Samrvt thanks man, I wish you the best in life!

[@ShrimpyJS]

@@HamzaHanma I agree, I recently switched back to a flip phone for that reason

[@gojo-zn7du]

I have to appreciate the video style. It's not hyper edited to make it look realistic. The video as it is looks immensely realistic. I'm honestly searching for such realistic authentic vlogs. I love the videography, the music styles and the little bits of white text, highly minimalistic and efficient imo. Doing great James, really helping me with my studies.

[@Nicole-lo1iv]

far out the best video on this channel! made me think about how im conducting my life, and that when are no distractions, its easier to find meaning in the daily life. i also appreciate a lot the longer videos, james ;)

[@late.am0]

bruh what are ur pants during volleyball rec game? they're fresh flight pants that look like old maharishi

[@Deadlyletsplays]

thanks for taking us with you into the private parts of your life. The reasons for why you schedule your days like you do and the kind of life you are trying to live, away from all the things that fight for our attention - that really resonated. All the best from the other side of the Atlantic

[@fuze8344]

I think a good way to put the difference between James' lifestyle, and the general lifestyles these days is that while for most people boredom is a means to consume, for him it is a means to produce. We take our boredom, our anxiety, our other complicated emotions, and completely burry them under consumption of media or other things. Truth be told the ways of escapism are far more advanced than it was a century ago. It's completely fair to say that we are not fairly matched against corporations that are fighting over our attention. But James shows that we *can* fight, and we can take back our attention and do things meaningful to us. You've been a great deal of inspiration for me James, I'm entering my last year of highschool soon. You've helped me pick my major (C.E) and I aspire to one day master my boredom and be able to create things like you.

[@One-mon]

finally a longer video and from a day in the life to a week this is a huge upgrade btw loved the music.

[@aith1572]

you remind me so much of murakami’s book “why i started running” it was a sort of autobiography/ memoir and his routine and focus as a writer who’s also a practiced runner and how he spends the early hours merely just writing then going for a run, talking about the importance of giving hours of focus to what you wanna achieve, it’s a short book but think you’d enjoy it if you read it

[@jasminewar5003]

I rly enjoy this, I hope youre doing good , you're my biggest inspiration.

[@simplementelucho3466]

Hey buddy, I wanted to thank you for the video you made a year ago "productive day in the life" which helped me a lot to progress as a student, giving me the example and motivation that with perseverance I could get a better version of me. Thanks to the inspiration that came from watching the video before studying I was able to become aware of my potential and how to organize myself, I actually passed the subjects I had to take. Thank you n.n! And thank you for teaching me the music of Nujabes, it's simply beautiful!

[@kenkaneki184]

Hey man I’m pretty sure you probably won’t be able to read this comment but just wanted to say thank you a lot I have been struggling with a lot of social media addictions and ur vids have helped get myself back on track lot I had a request if you could make a more detailed video about how u rewired your brain into enjoying boredom and how you broke from addiction It would help a lot thanks man

[@paloalto9899]

I admire your commitment to this kind of lifestyle so much. It's what billions of people around the world miss. Dude, you're like a freakin' rockstar to me. Keep on!

[@Multiplayer.x]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE KEEP THJS COMING. this has to be the only most calmest making my eyes happy content I’ve seen in a while. Therapy ahahaha😂

[@efrenandrade6759]

love seeing that your hitting the weights too, need both those brain and body gains ‼️👍

[@abraham1331]

what did "intense boredom" to reset dopamine look like for you? no activities at all or productive activities during which you felt bored?

[@aarontongon3248]

Thanks for sharing James, I can always resonate and think about my life through your videos. Hope you continue having a great year!

[@Rocko313]

Love the setup! And to see you staying consistent and true to yourself.

[@rupertovox4786]

I'm crying because now I feel like sh!t 😿

[@nagi5558]

I love your vlogs, dawg. I like seeing your life; you’re a very interesting guy. Keep it up and hope to keep seeing more into your life!

[@studytoreachsuccess]

Every video from you is a gift, literally everything from music to videography is chefs kiss

[@Jojo_siwa836]

oh man u can't imagine how much i love his videos.

[@k0mputer]

hey, i just wanna give you some friendly advice: at 2:38, when you were doing shoulder presses, your form was actually subpar. you don't want to lock in your arms like that at end of your extension - keeping tension in your form is crucial for muscle development. plus, when you lock in like that, you're not only risking shoulder injuries, but you're resting your muscles. i understand the struggle and i was like you when i started at 16. although it may seem like other people are also locking in online tutorials please note that their elbows are slightly concave which gives that resistance needed for muscle growth. gl and keep it up champ

[@PerlaDiLabuan8]

I love your vlogs so much!! Please keep them coming❤

[@JacquelineJoestar]

Love your videos, this one especially was giving odyssey vibes ❤ I also have begun being in a mode of studying and self reflection (I’ve been reading some Carl Jung, the poet Rumi, and a wider variety of books). It is always important in being aware of life’s ebbs and flows, and that the little wheel in you is still turning. Keep up the good work, and Happy Anniversary 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾(I was definitely milly rocking to the music you put in 😂😂😂)

[@JaidonLalor]

I appreciate you James, hope you're great! I've been watching your previous streams and getting my 10 sessions in. I've gone from studying to building a business, thanks to the confidence I have in young people like us who aren't afraid to work hard and seek the best life on our own terms. It's cool to see you learning Vietnamese!! I wish the best for grandma 💗

[@andrew213rn]

Thank you bro I've been struggling with the same stuff you were and this is motivating

[@moinshaikh25]

Actually I wanted to tell you something you know you always give us some kinda energy we needed the most and tb frank you’re on my Lock Screen to have me energised I want you to carry on making these kinda vlog ❤

[@realyukikun]

Until now 2024, he still lives in a pretty fulfilling life. It was in 2020 that his channel started to do '12 hours study with me' live stream and got recongnized. Then he was considered as one of hardest study KZbinrs who encourages a lot of people among pandemic. I just want to say 'How time flies'!

[@ieatmicroplastics]

i dug up my old mp3 player, found out it has the capability to play 160x120 videos, and i am now obsessed with watching early 2000s anime on this thing, monster (2004) goes incredibly hard, i absolutely recommend it if you own one

[@Elmolos]

Hey bro, can I ask you a question? Why do you use "Linux"? I've been wondering for a long time why people use linux. If it's so cool, maybe I should try it. Yes, I know, I can look on the Internet, but I'm interested in your opinion and your answer to my question. I really hope for an answer!

[@KASPERSKY707]

You jam to Mexican music? That's DOPE! So many good artists and great songs that it makes it really unique

[@SaiMantri442]

would love more videos from you bro. this is inspirational content.