Kill Your Stress - Choose The Simple Life

Life can be hard, but sometimes we bring hardship on ourselves through our own decisions. This one is especially important for youngsters that haven't yet made any big life decisions that they can't back out of. But even if you're older with bigger commitments, it's always possible to reduce your stressors with time and planning.
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[@ShadowyFigure83]

Just wanted to pop in & tell you, I was wrong. ADHD is in fact a real disorder. I used to come in here a few years back & spout that it was invented by the pharmaceutical industry to push pills. Turns out I'd been living with my partner of 7 years who has just been diagnosed with it.

[@harsharora6113]

Honestly I just think it is caused by childhood trauma or some kind of trauma

[@ADHDMastery]

Ha! We all make mistakes - Welcome to other side 😊

[@hakunamitatas8525]

@@harsharora6113 what makes u say this?

[@harsharora6113]

@@hakunamitatas8525 because every person I have seen with some of kind of mental illness whether OCD, depression, ADHD or anxiety or anything has had childhood trauma or abusive parents , neglect or trauma faced in life

[@sagejunkie7089]

Yes it is! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@jill829]

I find myself a single parent of 2 at 49, awaiting an adhd assessment for myself and my son, overwhelmed, finding your videos to be quite a help. Thank you.

[@PJWorthy]

Spiritual and minimalist way of living-sounds peaceful to me. Love the way you explain this stuff. Thanks.

[@heavenlycute]

I’m 42 and child free by choice. My entire adult life I’ve been asked by friends, family, co-workers, *people I don’t even know* why I’m not a parent and told that I will end up regretting it. Like you point out in this video, we’re all different and we need to respect each other’s choices and ways of life.

[@ADHDMastery]

Good for you. I think having a child out of fear of regret is a lame and selfish reason.

[@theoneanton]

I have ADHD and 4 young children. Gonna admit, it's no fairytale the majority of the time!

[@Sho-M3-Hear]

you need to ask them "well, when will you pop around/come over to feed it?" - They're the type of people who want to act like they know your life when in reality they don't even know theirs, smh 🤦🏽‍♀.

[@ricoender8020]

I enjoy working with children and my nephew's and nieces and could be a good parent, yet I have much to improve in and goals and a calling that God has for me. Relationships? I've only dated one were we both accepted each other for what we were.

[@earnestmarketing5778]

You need some Andrew tate

[@pallavinautiyal3030]

I think the real problem with the ADHDers who get into a complex life is remaining Undiagnosed. I am sure I have it since childhood but got diagnosed only in my late thirties. Meanwhile, out of ignorance, I had complicated my life, trying to fit in the society and fulfil other’s expectations.

[@pallavinautiyal3030]

@karser yes

[@salmanahmad9916]

Me bh bhot mushkil me hun.....

[@pallavinautiyal3030]

@@salmanahmad9916 get yourself treated by a professional psychiatrist

[@salmanahmad9916]

@@pallavinautiyal3030 kiya mujy medicine kahni chahye??? Es ki medicine lifelong chalti h ...

[@salmanahmad9916]

@@pallavinautiyal3030 meri age 22 h

[@Laura-zc3ee]

Thank you so much for being brave enough to say this stuff. I’m 39 and I’m finally getting to the point where I’m ok with having an “alternative lifestyle”. I’ve always joked about being a lone wolf. I could be wrong, but it feels harder as a woman to be a lone wolf. Maybe not? But im definitely alone in being single and childless by choice. Maybe you can have an episode on that?

[@kevinmurphy-steele5055]

Tonight I just discovered your channel. I am almost 45 and now realising that I probably gave inattentive ADHD. Although I have not had a formal diagnosis almost every story and experience l listen to (including yourself) sounds like I am hearing my own life story. Like you I find solace in being close to nature, leading a simple life..... probably from a young age I realised I wasn't like other people. I haven't led a conventional life...and with the hindsight of middle age I am now grateful if this fact. Many of my ADHD demons continue to be a problem...but watching your videos are helping me find a way through it

[@nicola1466]

Totally agree, I'm a 35 year old woman, I'm diagnosed CPTSD and ADD. Both of my parents were appalling parents. I am reparenting my inner-child and that's enough children for me! I am focusing on regulating my nervous system and healing....I wouldn't want to raise a child while I'm healing. I am proud of being a cycle breaker! 😌

[@michohowsky7674]

I completely agree with not being able to live with anyone. I NEED my own space. The ideal relationship living situation would be 2 houses on one property 😄

[@lisawoodman487]

You're spot on. Wishing you a peaceful, happy life.

[@Bfish6478]

Super refreshing to hear. I often feel like an outcast for seeing life the way you do. Currently in process of getting diagnosed for ASD and ADHD. Your channel is helping. Thank you

[@TheStarBlack]

Wow I've been thinking these same kinds of thoughts for decades! Maybe historical hermits had ADHD! Too late for me though, I already have 2 kids and I can confirm that (although they are absolutely lovely) they are a major risk factor for exacerbating ADHD stress and burnout. In fact I think it was my second child that prompted me into seeking ADHD diagnosis because my life became almost unmanageable. So yes, do think carefully about having children and don't take silly risks that might end up in unplanned pregnancies!! And if you do, make sure you have a good support network, unlike me, to help with raising those sprogs!

[@AM-zg1fk]

Simple life is the way to go.

[@cosmicbubble12]

I came to this realisation around a month ago. I'm a postman and I started off always on the same round (despite it being a bad one) I didn't mind because there was no stress, just go in, work and go home. I come back from surgery and someone signed for it while I was off and now I'm suppose to be day off cover and going on tons of different rounds I've never done. I'm sure you understand for an ADHDer this is incredibly difficult and stressful to the point if I can't find another round i'll have to leave the job. Shame because I thought I had it all sorted but hey ho. As you may have noticed I've been going through your videos and finding them very helpful. Just wanted to thank you for going through the effort of making them. all the best lad

[@DavidPaulNewtonScott]

I have had this sort of stuff in teaching. I do supply work no I am retired I don't do jobs that I know are going to be high stress. Don't quit the job your employer has an obligation under the disabilities act to make accommodations for you. We put up with ever escalation levels of stress that we tolerate. Do you think the French would put up with it. Join a trade union and organise a meeting with your manager. Personally I don't mind change so long as I initiated it. I function really well as a physics teacher by not taking on responsibilities and having a subject that is in big demand.

[@roadstofreedom2899]

Stuart I agree with you, especially having been a loner and a rebel all my life, and proud and happy to say so. But it's also a big dilemma because human connection is probably the number one priority for good mental and physical health. In a currently insane world where the capacity for reason has gone for most people, it's a difficult balancing act. But simpler, with less baggage is definitely better for us.

[@buttercxpdraws8101]

I am a late diagnosed autistic woman who has just dropped out of a stressful career after burnout. I’m reassessing my life, and trying to realign my life with my actual values which are much like yours, so loved this video. Main difference for me is the unique connection I have with my daughter. She has enriched my life immeasurably and I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. Totally respect your decision tho, thanks for the excellent content ✌️💕

[@ADHDMastery]

I can see how children *might* be a pleasant project, but I personally look at them as a selfishly invvested economic leech on society, as there's too many of us already. That's just my opinion though.

[@Walklikeaduck111]

Exactly. This is a chance to live differently.

[@Christycat927]

This is an older video but I finally found a doctor who took my ADHD etc. seriously and I found your videos while looking for more information.. My life has been a mess for most of it and I have felt depression/anxiety and pressured because I have not attained what "everyone else" has at my age (just turned 47). I prefer a quiet life now and wish I could afford to only work a few days a week and spend the rest doing what I want, away from people and their issues. It's not that I don't care about others but I've had enough of my own problems in life and just do not want to get involved anymore. I do not want to have to explain myself anymore or relive my stories in order to be accepted somehow by others. I enjoy being alone, enjoy not having kids to complicate things. I do like kids but I never found a decent man and eventually relialized how hard parenting would have been for me as I have very little family support nor the means to really raise a chid the way I would have wanted. I am much better without the extra difficulties. It's just me and the cats for now...hopefully will add a few dogs some day. I can deal with animals- they are drama free and lots of love... as long as you can provide the care... I don't mind that responsibility. A relationship would be nice but most of my experiences have been negative and it's just less drama and pain to be on your own. I too have people who think I'm weird and try to get me to be more social and do not understand why I am this way- that their must be something wrong with me. I did have an abusive crazy family so it started with me finally giving up on them, disconnecting and letting go of people who really didn't care about me. I had to learn some hard lessons but I am grateful that I did what I needed to do and I am grateful for the ones that hurt me and set me aside-including my family- it turns out it was for the best. Thank you for posting this and reminding me that it's ok to take a different path and keep things quiet and simple.

[@insidiatori9148]

Honestly, i think we've got this simple life mentality by participating less with trying to associate with everyone and every norm, that makes us understand how stupid most of it is and has taught us to live our lives how we like to. Thank you for sharing mate, I sometimes feel I am the Dutch you but instead i had a severe weed addiction for 6 years instead of drinking. Love seeing you keeping that strong mentality and transferring it!

[@litrugia]

I unknowingly made my life super stressful by having 5 children!! I love them dearly but I’m overwhelmed most of the time. I can’t put them back 😩

[@DUDUDISCH]

Hi Stuart, your message is so important. I’m watching this video again and again because it resonates so much with what I want in life. I’m stuck in a high stress job that’s making me sick (literally). Your videos help me find out what I really need. Thanks!

[@DavidPaulNewtonScott]

Try homesteading CANZUK will kick off soon so long as Boris stays in office. There is Portugal my choice, or if you don't want to leave the UK Whales has actually got homestead promoting policies.

[@zoeazsss5035]

I love watching your videos because I identify with them so much. I love the way you explain how you feel and how you have decided to cope with such tendencies in order to create for yourself a more peaceful life. I feel I have been going at this "thing" all wrong. I have been sorta beating myself up because I dont fit in,, and its like a square peg in round hole dilemna. But thanks to you I feel that it ok,, not to feel like I have to "fit in" that its ok,, and that I am different. I dont have to blend with society's demands, of shoulds , have tos and musts. Its a breath of fresh air. Thanks to you. I am finally seeing things differently.

[@ImaniKhadijah]

Really great video, I completely agree. After I became more conscious, I noticed that people usually want luxury items (e.g. $400 Gucci shirts that just say “Gucci” on them) and over-consume as a result of programming, whilst using it as a form of escapism. A lot of people these days don’t allow themselves to face their shadow, they just tuck it away in a box and chase things that will leave them feeling even emptier in the long run. It’s a ruthless cycle

[@Le60o]

Thank you so very much for sharing your story. My son is your age and recently diagnosed with ADHD, like yourself, he is a wonderful young man. We, he, could never put our finger on why he struggled so much, with life and it’s been a rough journey. Would turn out, I too have ADHD. I was diagnosed at age 60, (Mum) one of the late bloomers you have referred to in your videos ☺️ just wanted you to know that your videos are greatly helping my son and he is no longer being so hard on himself. Much appreciate all you do 💜🌻🇦🇺

[@flynnfracher2112]

Been watching a bunch of your videos and it’s blowing my mind just how much I relate to your experience. I was diagnosed with ADD as a child, never took it seriously until a couple years ago. I have also found comfort in a minimalist lifestyle. Life is SO much more manageable with less possessions, and obligations!

[@grahamlangley4856]

It's balance. I do not want to retire with nothing in my retirement account but earning triple figures is not worth the stress and other impacts on life. I also buy my coffee ☕️ or two at work at $5 a pop instead of free instant to treat myself in getting through ❤

[@crissyhdz]

It's so bizarre to see the male version of myself. I swear every word that comes out of your mouth I've said a million times to every person in my life. It's amazing and incredibly validating to see someone that gets me.

[@paulj.thaddaios]

Bro! Everything you have said is exactly like myself. I think the issue with us having mental health issues is that we are awake and refuse to integrate.

[@JC-qy9pt]

I decide to retire at the age of 47. After working for 25 years. I choose a simple life

[@Xx_TheCuriousBrain_xX]

You speak my mind, 100% accurate and same. I have been thinking about same for so long and finally I'm settle enough to take some risk. I left my job where i used to make $95k/year and so happy already. Today was my 1st day being unemployed and enjoying it so much. I'm not planning to live isolated like you do because i am married and got a kid so cant undo things but looking to do something small, to make enough for my family and live peaceful life including pay less taxes lol. I would rather do Uber or something small to make enough for food while keeping my budget lower than working in high stressful job where i lived in anxiety all day long. I used to be stressed when i got projects going on and stressed when there are no projects because you want to show you're busy, so either way it was bad and hated the mindset of being slave. Love your videos and thank you for inspiring others!

[@heidilorenz5364]

OMG you describe my life! I live alone with a cat. I love minimalism.

[@OG-Kahtic]

Dude, I'm with you 100 percent. Everything you said pretty much describes my personality and how I think/feel

[@FEARISLIAR]

WOW.. the more videos of you I watch, I’m convinced you’re the male version of me.🤷‍♀️ Thank you so much for being vulnerable, sharing your insights, sharing your experience, and I’m going to keep watching you. You are a gift to humanity. 🦋🇺🇸 Also, definitely not WOKE … I’m the black sheep of my community as well😉 On what I referred to as a truth seeker, and a truth sayer to the dismay of many.. It has definitely cost me, but I can’t look away from the truth and get in line to be a sheeple🙃😉

[@htid43]

Again another video of yours that has brought me so much Peace of mind can’t thank you enough, my life is so similar to yours and to know I’m not the only one who lives like this is amazing. Thank you for these videos they are helping me massively and helping me appreciate my life more everyday

[@mohammeda1034]

“With great power comes great responsibility” Uncle Ben. That’s how I deal with my ADHD case 🔥

[@harismir4461]

Love you man you have literally changed my perception of life by helping me discover my mental issues and that iam not Alone. Your uploads calm my mind.

[@mortalkomment8028]

I want an exciting life and a simple life, too. Used to have this but things changed into some hectic, stressful drama in the past few years.

[@HadoukenPotato]

Cheers dude. It's crazy how much this resonates with me. We're kindred spirits for sure

[@RandyZentack]

Listening to you is like therapy, I can totally relate!!!

[@HannahBuria]

Wow we are so much alike.. I’m just moving now into an off grid lifestyle really need less stress in my life. Great video 💫

[@borleyboo5613]

This was like hearing about myself. I’m single, live alone with my cats, never married and I’ve no kids. I never wanted them because I’m a little self centred in a way. I also have ADHD but not yet formally diagnosed. I’ve lived with people; parents, an ex, and then student houses and hated it. I’m so much happier on my own with only myself and my furries to please. I’ve told my sister that I want to spend this Christmas Day on my own. It didn’t go down particularly well. 😳😟

[@ADHDMastery]

Screw the mainstream narrative. My Christmas will be very simple and comfortable.

[@noneofyourbuizness]

I mean you do not belong to nobody its okay to have a break sometimes. I hate any kind of gathering celebration so I feel you I told my boyfriend this chrismas will be without me !

[@ricoender8020]

I can do Christmas with small groups. family, church.

[@amanak65]

Genuinely LOVE your channel and you got a lot of info.

[@HGWaze]

Totally agree. I like this kind of life too. Thank you for describing this perfectly. I wonder if you ever feel like you are missing out on anything?

[@ADHDMastery]

Not at all 🙂

[@alexisjames5894]

Totally with you on that. I became medically retired in 2019 at age 56 after escaping an abusive marriage. Now I live with my youngest son who also has ADHD and ASD. Finally some peace and quiet in my life . Once I get shot of long covid I hope to get back out on the fells and exploring with my dogs .

[@Wildlifemovement94]

Ugh yes speaking to my soul again 🙏🏻

[@misse2013]

Wow nice intro!! 👏 Wonderful advice. I have many of the same views on life, relationships, work etc. I love hearing thoughts like this being shared from someone else. Not many of us out here who think like this. I totally respect your decision to not have kids. 🙌

[@theoneanton]

Stuart, I think you've pulled!

[@akhileshsajwan9248]

@@theoneanton exactly my thoughts.

[@VicBxxx]

So nice to have a British perspective - wise re kids - so much pressure to have children to be complete - re work spot on - I’m 55 and am only just understanding the choices I’ve made in life - got soooo much respect for you that you understand all this at 32 - GOOD FOR YOU XXXX APPLAUDING YOU XXX 👏👍✌️🌈🐝🦔✅

[@ricoender8020]

Yes minimalistic and homestead, been wanting to do it for a while now. No support currently and no friends, been like that near my entire life but I've endured and survived.

[@thetitan6595]

Hi Stuart not taking a stab at you just thought I’d point it out,but as a person with adhd myself I can see the bouncing around of ideas in your head in the videos you make . yesterday I watched a video of you saying you are working hard to save for a home and wanting to catch up with peers and have your own home like society expects of us but in this video your saying you work less and live a minimalist lifestyle to prevent stress. It’s one or the other can’t have the best of both worlds, the reason I picked up on this is because I’m exactly like you I can’t stop all these ideas in my head and I’m like a dog chasing every car that drives by and I hate it I want to be able to stick to one thing like everyone else

[@k9wolfchiconnection427]

Brilliantly said Stuart I resonate with every word

[@aeshether]

Thank you for that reminder. I really needed to hear that today. 🙂

[@PSG81]

I've always been this way and whenever I've tried to fit in and be like everyone else it's just caused more stress and lead to other issues of self medicating. When I'm on my own those stresses and other issues are just not there. I'd rather be ADHD and keep things as minimal as possible than being ADHD and taking on too much. Peace.

[@ADHDMastery]

Ironically, this has something to do the ADHD, but also has nothing to do with ADHD.

[@ShadowOfRainbow]

Thank you for this video, I already moved from a 100 to 90% Job and keep thinking to bring it down to 80%. But it is really hard dor me to tell my boss to work less when I know we have too much work to accomplish and I also want to have time in my job for self development and not just for the things I have to do. Also don't have kids by choice, many people question that because I am a woman.

[@danherrick5785]

You learned this 20 years ahead of me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Andreeea365]

Hello :), I just felt compelled to let you know, That I also live my life like you do. And I had a big smile on face the whole time while listening to you. Because I feel the same. And I agree with what you were saying about life work balance,views on society money etc. And being childish and living on your own. I'm also 32! Haha I have embraced this all because this is what I want and what works for me and I wanted you to know you are definitely not alone!!!! 😊🤗

[@ADHDMastery]

Childish? You mean child free?

[@Andreeea365]

@@ADHDMastery Yea, I meant to type Child free.

[@LouiesLog]

I always loved the idea of living in a tiny house or a caravan that I could live and travel in

[@ricoender8020]

Thanks for this reminder. I was working towards this and trying to get out of a highly stressful living situation were I support them some. Highly stressful currently, drama galore.

[@LordPinky455]

This was like watching myself talking about my life! I'm 44, and stuck in a city i've been meaning to leave for i don't know how long (i've never been a city guy but i moved here after a shitty past with lots of loss), but i'm scared to leave because i fear i'll be alone for the rest of my life... but i never had a relationship, dating is... hard ( sigh 🙄) and i've never felt more lonely than i do right now. So i usually think... what's the effing point of staying here (and yet, here i am, stuck). I've always been there for everyone else, did volunteerwork (all my life), but now that i need help... it's not there, i guess this sounds true for a lot of people in this situation. And i agree, i'm not a big people person, and yet again, i do like to be there for people and help out the less fortunate... this constant conflict in my head is making me nuts

[@kaybrown8493]

I'm so glad 😊 you have found what's good for you. I was trying to spot where you were walking in Gower but couldn't. But you have made me want to get out and walk. My back is bad at the moment so l can't get out, but as soon as l can, I'm going to get out for a nice walk. Keep it up Stuart, your on the right track

[@ADHD101Thrive]

To be honest, your life would get me very bored. To each their own and glad your enjoying it.

[@ILoveMaths07]

I'm 32 now, and I don't want to get married or have kids. Sometimes I do feel like getting married and having kids, but that's just because of the way society is. The grass always looks green on the other side. I don't think that's really me, though. And as you said, married life and being a parent are hell for people with ADHD. I can't take care of myself well - how will I take care of my wife and kids? I want to become a polymath (extremely hard for someone with AD(H)D) and help people and animals as much as possible (in every possible way). The only problem is that I need bros to enjoy life because I tend to get depressed if I'm alone with myself for too long (thanks to all the negative thoughts that enter without knocking). And at this age, most guys are already married and have kids, so it is miserably difficult to find mates you can spend time with or even talk to.

[@carhub8378]

i feel like this video would change lots of ppls life !

[@gado__]

I want to make a critical comment. On one side I agree with what you say about a minimalist way of life. Consumption, Career and so on is not necessary for "a good life", and it's likely that it's actually using up more ressources too. We are too often entangling ourselves into bullshit, so many social and cultural narratives that create expectations, disappointments, just generally drama. And we do not need it! I agree with it. Maybe you find the buddhist concept of emptiness interesting. On the other side I want to warn of something. We can not push this "minimalist narrative" onto other people either. It's like an offer, you can tell people of your way of life, your personal benefits etc. Just show them the possibility of it. And they can decide to do whatever they want to (within the ethical framework, that they must not hurt others) But...: There's a group of people who struggle to get by. Who live paycheck to paycheck. It's the people who struggle to manage the basic "going by". The resulting stress is not something you can simply "get over". And we should be wary of the minimalist narrative in this context. If the stress is about some career, it's not necessary per se. If it's about the next meal, oh boy that's a stressful situation I assume. So: I am grateful that I don't face this situation, I'm privileged enough that money to get by is not an issue. Just wanted to give my 2ct. Nice video!

[@lynneylynne]

So glad I’ve found your page over the past few days think I’ve watched nearly all of your videos , so insightful ! Over the years at the Doctor had depression , possibly BDP traits , I have never even thought of ADHD or more ADD , my RSD gets thru the roof sometimes and noone understands or gets it ! I’m the black sheep too lol , no kids , lived myself for 17 years and left the sales rat race sales 4 years ago now self employed a more simple life is much easier in my head and can work when I want ! Your videos have been so many light bulbs , I’m going to attempt the doctor one more time for an ADHD diagnosis or maybe just need to pay for private therapy to try to get to the bottom of some heavy stuff ! Low bull shit ha ha ha it’s a BS pandemic out there just now ! Stay Hard as Goggins would say 😉

[@ADHDMastery]

Yes! Stay hard! 👍💪

[@Am_Ende]

Awesome video once again. I realized I overcommited to a very positive but something that doesn't align with my goals, personality and adhd. I think I'm actually clear that I need to start the steps to free myself from that, before it brings more negative consequences.

[@JonnySolomon]

This video is very important

[@goo4450]

It's so hard to have kids if you have ADHD. I didn't know I had ADHD until I had kids and realized that I can't properly care for them. Like keeping track of their things and appointments and dressing them, doing their laundry. It's so hard. They taught me to be a better person though and its fun getting to be a kid again with them. If you like toys and cartoons and stuff like that, having a kid is fun lol. I enjoy reading to them and teaching them about the world too. I will be so sad when they are grown. SO that's something you don't have to worry about either.

[@johnacord6224]

Kids would give you plenty of variety, at 32 you are practically a baby, you still have a lot of time to start a family, IF you ever decide to

[@lama3306]

I needed it!! Thanks a lot

[@popsal7346]

Balance is key bro.

[@pallavinautiyal3030]

Thanks for the wonderful message. If only I had known about my condition earlier, I would have chosen a simple and less demanding career considering my brain’s limitations.

[@user-pw3tr1xg2x]

Excellent video Stuart.

[@sihameAlmechatt]

I quit my job 6 weeks ago and i am broker than broke, but im way less stressed than i was, i hated my job !!!!

[@ADHDMastery]

Good for you!

[@anatzamberg7471]

You are so right...

[@MacLeigh]

Noswaith dda. This sounds a little bit sad, not having a child, but I understand your point of view. Still I hope you will change your mind eventually. My first child was born when I was 34 second 3 years later and for me this is the best part of my life. I have been diagnosed with ADHD 2 months ago and now when I am looking back at my past, raising my children was probably the thing where I was at my best.

[@ADHDMastery]

Glad it worked so well for you. I suppose it's how you see it. I have my purpose but I'm perfectly content with my decision, I'm not sad - I'm relieved! 😊

[@richwilson5969]

You are Avery smart common sense guy. I relate to everything you’ve said. Like very similar

[@frieza9534]

Relate to most of the things you said here you got a new sub for sure

[@cosminsdiary769]

You're the best!

[@LeonBosset]

I agree with your statements about the work week. That's why I started working as a independent contractor almost 30 years ago. One question: what's a dating pool?

[@ADHDMastery]

A selection of potential candidates that you could be in a relationship with.

[@knut5748]

Im very simular to you in many ways. But I need to do stuff, always in motion with projects and I absolutely love it!

[@ADHDMastery]

Same. A simple life doesn't necessarily mean a boring life.

[@SohailSiadat]

You can try programming. Software Development is very ADD friendly. ADDs do well in software. It is also relatively well paid.

[@ADHDMastery]

I do videography and editing professionally now!

[@Kursee]

bro is my brain doppelgänger

[@siryoucantdothat9743]

I share your feelings and the path but one day ill be free from the only thing that tie me to the past

[@Motm1777]

You are a role model sir, great vid

[@GENzReactions]

Love u man

[@noawetzel]

Love this

[@TheCoolOwen]

Unfortunately in the USA, your healthcare is tied with your employer. Quit your job, lose your health coverage. So good luck quitting your high-stress job. Also, with ADHD, I got so bored at my “easy” low-stress jobs. There was not enough pay and not enough to challenge my mind.

[@ricoender8020]

Yep, and when you do it'll cost an arm and a leg to cover it by yourself if you can afford to.

[@marcelv.9918]

I thought about this mate, nothing bad with the simple life from time to time. But as you always say yourself in the videos, its hard to keep up with the modern life - meaning we WANT to be a part of society -> giving in means almost giving up, u know? I know those are hard words and maybe its just me expecting more from myself, but yeah.. thats how I feel about this. Iam 34male myself, feel you. Also the lone wolf analogie

[@ADHDMastery]

Uh no, I opt out because I actually *don't* want to be part of it.

[@marcelv.9918]

@@ADHDMastery Ive been there, I dont think its a long term solution, but I also dont doubt that it can be for a long time. So anyways, seems to be the right one for you - hope its helping :)

[@robiocraft]

non adhd people would not be enough with such lifestyle

[@ADHDMastery]

Not sure what you mean

[@robiocraft]

What I meant is that many people choose to have highly stressed life in order to be, or seem, more successful and not be perceived as losers by others. And If they don't, many get depressed and unfulfilled.

[@KevinEHV]

Most of us are raised believing money is the most important thing in life. Obviously, you should have some money and not be in debt but in general if you can pay for the necessary things you should be fine. A 300k car looks amazing but if you could buy it, it would not make you more happy, perhaps a week or something. The only things money is good for is power and getting women. 'Power', as in that you could do whatever the hell you want, especially if you are your own boss and obviously getting women because they are even more wired to chase money.

[@kasstmaster944]

Could you give any advice on how you're able to work 4 days a week? I'm such a good worker but I find after about 3-4 days I get extremely burnt out mentally. But I push myself because I can't fail. By the time the weekend comes I hide all day in my bed because I'm just drained.

[@kasstmaster944]

I commented too early. You explained lol

[@kasstmaster944]

Also. No you're not being big headed. You're right. You learned this from experience as I have. A simple life is the happiest life for an ADHDer.

[@animeshkumar1684]

agree with u 100%

[@anaprieu5761]

Is it ok to love your job and work hard ? Some extra earning can give you a vacation to recharge your batteries, especially in nature !! My daughter is an ADD sufferer and I need to learn more to help her. Thank you for your videos !!

[@ADHDMastery]

Of course it's OK, people can do whatever suits them.

[@anaprieu5761]

@@ADHDMastery Thank you so much for answering. !!!

[@mleys3248]

I think my comment just got removed, so I am keeping it short. You don't want to remove all stress, you want to be smart on how to train your stress resilience. Because stress resistance is like a muscle. If you don't train it, it will become weaker and weaker. You will not have a stress free life, you will just be stressed out quicker.

[@ADHDMastery]

Valid point, I agree with you there.

[@Sho-M3-Hear]

I understand these videos are short and don't have room for deep discussions/disclaimers. But on the topic of living and life in general, in my opinion, should hold a disclaimer. - I think the outlook of a simple life is beautiful and definitely emphasises that quality of life is the better alternative than the marketed quantity of life. However, on the flip side it should not be dismissed that "simple" life does not mean having no kids, not having a sky-rocket career, not having a spouse, etc. - It's more so about what kind of simplicity you want and to KNOW that, so that you can live in a way which is not too complex and works FOR YOU. - So please do not draw these conclusions that "simple" means easy; yes, life will come with struggles, but it does not mean we cannot find solutions; ofcourse do not take on more than you can chew but make it easier for you to taste; that's all :) - Just make life easier where you can and if that does mean prohibiting/ ruling out certain things to suit you and how you live or want to live then that is fine as well as just keeping things an option. - Basically, just live the way you need to as opposed to the way society tells you how you are to want to live; if something doesn't fit for you, there is no pressure to take it. I don't mean to offend Stuart as a creator, but just thought I'd include this disclaimer, cuz everybody is different and not saying you don't acknowledge that, but I know your words can hold some weight even when there is no intention and this is the internet so disclaimers are needed. - Love the videos on this channel 🤍 what you do is great 🥺👍🏽.

[@ADHDMastery]

I agree, not trying to be dogmatic and preach. People should strive for peace to the best of their ability with the life choices they've made. There's no solid rule.

[@oliviacarrillo8070]

💛💛

[@Pixel3]

With your level of understanding and grasp of matter, I would love to see your take on the Quran that would very very interesting.

[@ADHDMastery]

I've never read it and I don't have a religious bone in my body, so I don't have an opinion really.

[@Pixel3]

@@ADHDMastery Oh ok, I started couple of month ago and it’s allusive in style and it has ways to be in debate with disagreement without being explained and I thought you mind works in a very linear way and you might grasp the way it’s written is different not that it’s confusing but it’s not written like anything I have read before, anyhow was just a suggestion, thanks for answering :)

[@keithunlimited]

What's your desk game look like? And what do you do for work that allows you to live a simple life?

[@ajxtc2]

How can I be chilled trying to stay focused with ADHD xd

[@keithunlimited]

I wish I could work four days, but I don't have that choice.