The Challenges of Renovation Work: My Secret to Staying Productive!

[@Torsten389]

Don’t worry about the critics. You should be flattered that people will watch and commit to exerting the energy to criticize your content. That’s how you know you’ve made it on KZbin! 😂 any one who has travelled to Europe knows you move and live a different pace to life. That’s one of the things I enjoy about your channel, it’s real. I love the calming vibe you and your wife have, you both exude genuine qualities. Your channel has become one of my favourites. Your the real deal and it’s a family venture👍😀

[@pmreynolds4547]

I agree I can’t wait to retire and have a slower pace to work on things around the house and yard the USA is push push push love this channel for it relaxing pace

[@Seans_World]

Thanks that's kind 😊

[@NeverIn57]

All of what you said.

[@Robin-xr2tz]

Here Here well said!

[@suzy1335]

I so agree with you. Pacing yourself, moving from one task to another to keep your body from feeling the effects of overworking it. Good thoughts from a lovely man. You and your wonderful wife make a great team.

[@lindacushing7780]

Sean, I enjoy watching all the progress of the renovation you have done so far on the cottage. I love the wood stove you have in your cottage it's beautiful.

[@BettyKoehler-zg5sv]

My goodness, 10 yrs is a longtime to suffer with pain. “Push on”, indeed! After years of hard work, the toll is taken on the body. 😖. Your doors look so nice! You never let grass grow under your feet! Love from Pennsylvania, USA 💕🌷🐻

[@christinahumphrey9143]

I love how the doors and windows come off in France

[@brendamcbride5418]

Love ❤️ watching you restoring your home also your lovely wife

[@donaldbrown7746]

Of all the KZbin channels that film coffee making yours is the best!

[@LorraineEffenbeck]

Being 75 years old. The accidents i had earlier nag me a bit. But keep going helps your body to move. So doing a bit everyday keeps your body going. You are doing good things and it helps you heal. God bless you'll be better soon

[@nicolinavincelli9369]

Sean, love that stove, my grandmother has the same one in Italy, good memories. The work never ends for you, take it easy, always enjoy your videos thank for making happy.

[@karenmorrison8112]

Fresh bottled milk, can't get any better. Great video Sean. Cheers to you and Sam. 🤗

[@Supercheeseburger666]

I think you're doing fine, Sean. If you have to rest, then rest. Your KZbin family will be waiting for you. 😀

[@lisaglynn3121]

Sean, the Kittens have gotten big! And all are Beautiful! Great idea for a kitty playground!

[@peterwhite9261]

Anyone who suffers from chronic pain or illness knows only too well the importance of pacing yourself and to keep moving as long as we can. I have many health issues and had to learn that the hard way. This past spring, I overdid it on the spring clean-up and ended up in the ER. The cats are very happy outdoors, but every time they see you, they want loving!😂 I hope your weather improves so you can finish your steps. ❤

[@lisajahn6839]

Thank you all for sharing this very lovely episode! 👍🥰❤😊💜

[@ruthkirkparick3535]

Maintenance and regular living always interrupt larger projects. Those who think you should be completing things in one go must have a lot of help to get their larger projects done all-in-one.

[@annekabrimhall1059]

I wish we could get a group out there to help him. Or even one helper that doesn’t mind living in the cat house. 😊

[@elisabethhopson5639]

You are right to protect your joints etc. Being in pain is no fun. I think most of us are happy to watch anything as the variety is interesting. 😀

[@wandacasper5612]

Things are looking good. Be proud of your home

[@mavep2855]

Wonderful Farmer’s Market products! You are doing a great job Sean, making progress every day with the cottage Reno and maintaining your own place at the same time. 🍁🍂🧡🇨🇦

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

I had the Achilles heel tendinitis a couple of years ago…lasted a good year. Had to give up my daily walks. Yes it was frustrating Sean. Healing wishes !

[@janeblandford852]

You are doing a great job Sean on the cottage.....everything is really coming along! The cats are really getting big and are fun to watch. Thank you!!

[@LorraineEffenbeck]

I love watching because of your easy-going ways I'm interested in your cottage. But the reat is so interesting on how your lifestyle is different than ours in the states

[@thudson4407]

I like it that you mix things up and do different things.

[@Croneposse429]

Oh Lord Shaun! People are so weird! What I love most about your content is the constant concept of “don’t be afraid to try something different to fit your situation! If it’s cooking or flooring or wall paneling. “Prepare for what’s going against plan! Don’t be afraid to try something different!” The bottom line is: “Think for yourself”. This is where the problems crop up. People want to be told what to do, unfortunately!😢

[@Seans_World]

Thanks 👌

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

Dear Sean, your videos are extremely enjoyable the way you mix things up. Don’t worry about the critics. When you have pain you need to do whatever works to alleviate it. If moving from job to job helps you that’s great. I am in awe of the huge stones around the doorways of your buildings. They are magnificent. You have a beautiful property. ❤

[@Seans_World]

Thanks 👍

[@annettesharrock1236]

Always the way when you do painting outside it seems to rain🤨 Nice bits you bought at the market . Loved watching😘

[@juliemix3373]

Nice vlog today, Sean. Good things from the market. More jobs getting done. Take care. Cheers

[@marisnak]

Boy, can I relate!

[@amydirschell5493]

Hi Sean😊I love that front door it looks great. We have pop up tarps here I CA. so you can cover it even if it rains. But you could probably make one yourself a tarp and some legs🤩😎

[@marymerrill1612]

Good job. Thanks for posting.

[@deborahdigiuseppe9717]

Hi Sean and my favorite lady Sam. Best food,fresh milk or cream. You’re a hard working man and have great ideas. Looking forward to your next video. Take care both of you ❤

[@henryrobles3321]

Hi Sean , your guys property is realy your house is looking nice I like the land around your property is realy nice . Your cats are realy pretty .. Take care and stay safe 😊

[@sharonsmith7106]

❤ Variety is the spice if life. I enjoy each if your videos. I love watching to see what else you will present. I personally love how you explain the theory behind what work you do. I await seeing more copper and the 7+Layer garden. Love your family and the kitties 🐾🐾

[@smgreenartsprivate]

I would leave the steps until next spring and finish the door and repair on it. Winter will do it's own damage and taking care of your back. Have you ever tried yoga stretching might help your back always good to variate what you do to save energy, everything will get done when it does ignore the impatient. Almost the holidays soon take it easy Sean

[@TheAngela2468]

Good work 😊😊😊

[@LC-bb6jd]

I enjoy your videos. Ignore the people who have nothing better to do than scrutinized and complain. I guess they have boring lives. You continue on and enjoy yourself.

[@dyannejohnson6184]

I noticed how nice that beam was….perfect spot for ir

[@ruthcarter8895]

Thanks, Sean! Congrats on all your excellent efforts.

[@RueRiposte]

I hear you! The better-half and I are in the same situation. Compressed discs, arthritis, blah blah blah...and working away at acreage/house stuff, while still working! We finally got that closet painted, had left over baseboards, so we cut those...and then the nail gun died... so we bought a new one yesterday and finished up the closet today. Woohoo! Tomorrow I need to trim back the roses so we can cover them for the winter...and then we still need to clean up the garden...we're running late this year! You're doing a great job! The work is never-ending and I also think it's best to just keep at it, in bite-sized pieces, and enjoy the process!

[@megmills4798]

Sean you are doing great keep doin exactly what you have been and do take care of your body so your pain is mangable😊

[@nanad267]

Sean -you have such a great outlook ! There are so many out there who would get one little pain-and everything stops ! Then complain that their life isn’t going the way they want it to. I have to laugh when I go to the doctor -I’m 65 and I’ve had arthritis for probably 20 years now-but when the doctor asked me “what hurts?” I tell them -let me think about it for a moment ! Depending on the day in the activity !! I refuse to be on any medication - - I just don’t need it now -so I, like you-just push through- And it’s amazing what you can do and before you know it, you can do more than you thought you ever could ! There is a place of course for rest and medication -but like you said-there’s usually something you can get done in the meantime while you’re waiting for your body to catch up to you !!

[@cecoya]

I think that you are doing great Sean. There are some people that use any little pain as an excuse to not do anything and expect others to do it for them. You have a wonderful day

[@megmills4798]

Evening Sean & Sam😊

[@LifewiththeLyon]

Love seeing you support local! And love the cat run!

[@victoriatracey5919]

Good job Sean, you do whatever you want/need to do. I have a slipped disc and I find vacuuming and mowing are the 2 worst things for my back. 🥰

[@Seans_World]

Definitely

[@laurenglass4514]

You’re lucky to get local milk and eggs easily !

[@irisreagan8022]

Thanks for sharing your hard work. And your motivation in spite of pains here and there. Going that way myself.

[@domnicadragan377]

I really love the content of your videos, the variety, a bit of this, a bit of that which keep me interested and it becomes my favourite so far. You and Sam such a lovely couple, it is so nice to watch you, such a peaceful energy. Dear Sean, thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us, you are a wonderful teacher, so much to be learned ❤

[@Seans_World]

Awesome, thank you!

[@that_guy_again5212]

Cook a pound of ground beef from the store then one from your local meat farmer and you will smell and see the difference. 🇨🇦

[@ansis86]

Looks like you need to build a catio around the lower reaches a tree so they can properly indulge that climbing instinct

[@teamum7729]

Love your vlogs, Sean!

[@EmbraceTheJourney]

I could smell that delicious coffee all the way over here in the State of Washington. Nothing much better then freshly ground coffee beans, hot coffee and milk. Tee

[@carolynmaccord3635]

I have a lot of exterior painting that needs to be done. I am starting on the one story buildings this fall and will tackle the barn and bunkhouse in the spring. Your place looks great. Thanks for the tips and tricks you share!

[@joannemacintyre251]

Looks good. Sometimes those little jobs make a big impact. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@rebeccawoods5119]

Aww the cats are just so cute. To bad that the rain ruined the paint job.But your going to get it looking good again. I know what's it like to have a bad back. I was born with mine all messed up. Best of luck with everything.

[@Seans_World]

Take care

[@brandyjean7015]

Breaking up your tasks into varied & manageable sequences; is a good way to avoid repetitive motion injuries too.

[@joysticksnjukeboxes]

Not working on one project to death is better for mental health as well. Enjoy the organic goodies!

[@SylviaSchenkelsvan57]

I know what you mean by saing that health never take for granted! I was always alive and bubbly, a danser and a singer, I also drive motorbikes. Always buysy... but now.. I'm invalid, can bearly walk, cant't do anything in the house or go out. My husband is my caretaker now. The one thing I can do sometimes is driving my motorbike, but that is 2 or 3 times a year! After that, I have to recover for at least a week. Still... I've got some hobby's left. Making giftcards, special ones, and making juwelery. I'm into spinning wool and weaving on a loom, making my one clothes and do what I can. Stay positif, like me, otherwise depression is there.... You're doing good Sean! I love your vids and work!💋

[@CynthiaEvans-i2f]

❤ Love this channel.

[@ZanGypsyQueen]

Sean have you watched Raising Voyagers? They are working in ancient stone buildings in Italy. Great render techniques.

[@HoneyTeaBiscuit]

There is an old saying, "Your health is your wealth" so you need to do what is right for you and mixing it up is fine. :)

[@dianneeverett1633]

Looking good.

[@sammyjo8109]

Loved watching you make French Press Coffee. Now I need to get my French Press out of the cupboard and use it again. Oh, to have fresh milk again! I remember when I lived in German the milk deliver man came in a horse drawn wagon and stopped at the house. I would go out with my pail to be filled. Doing one project at a time? Never with me. ADHD requires I have multiple projects going at one time. It keeps things more interesting. It seems to rain a bit every day there.Be sure and take time foryourself.

[@megmills4798]

What a great memory

[@lfurches]

That's right. I so relate to Pain and injury. I want to do many things around our house and yard, but I can't sometimes, and it is frustrating but like you say just keep pushing along and work on several different projects, so you don't stay in one position all the time. Hope your feet feel better soon. The cottage is coming along and so is your own space. The steps don't look too bad. France has had a Lot of rain this year. I know Normandy is like the Pacific Northwest of the US Where I grew up. Green and beautiful but at a price (Rain) LOL

[@Robin-xr2tz]

Sean and Sam I absolutely love your content!!!!!! I enjoy and appreciate your hard work and efforts in the renovation and upkeep of your home. The variety is incredible. Thank you

[@inkmetal1]

I lived on a farm for 14 years and we had milk straight from the manufacturer. I helped my brother with a project and partial payment was beef liver from his steers. Nothing better than a good plate of liver piled with red onions with fried plantains on the side. Now I am hungry. My right Achilles tendon is short so if it gets stressed it pulls my foot out of shape, not fun. Take it gently because when you hit 70 it's not fun. One day you will beat the weather.

[@CharlesMcDermott-c8h]

Sean! With all this work to seal and insulate the walls, what would it have been like living in the cottage in past centuries? Would it have been cold, dark and damp?

[@CharlesMcDermott-c8h]

In other words, would life had been hard?

[@Seans_World]

Yes in some ways, although modern life has many different Challenges ​@CharlesMcDermott-c8h

[@daltonspranger4616]

It's silly to always pursue instant gratification. Sometimes all the fun is in the journey.

[@annekabrimhall1059]

The local organic beef in southern Oregon is $16/lb or 37€/kg

[@marjoriesmith3320]

Mom kept bees. When the honey is new it is liquid and thickens up over time. In the winter we had hard honey.

[@megmills4798]

I am going to try bee keeping in spring how cool to have grown up with that to learn

[@donnalewis4895]

I like the variety of mixing up in your videos. It is what real life is all about. 😊

[@GingerLeigh]

Aloha from Maui! So nice to see another video from Sean! It is always a pleasure. We also love a good farmers market here in the islands. Nothing beats fresh fruit and veggies grown locally! 💕🌺🌈🌸🌴

[@marisnak]

Glad someone else from Hawaii watches Sean's World.

[@carmenvicente2582]

Hawaii.... the paradise 🌺Aloha🌺

[@marisnak]

@@carmenvicente2582 mahalos!

[@laurenglass4514]

I buy all local meat and eggs from a local farm here in Texas!

[@cherylkurucz8852]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sharontownshend5559]

Do what you can, when you can do it and rest when you must. I've had my back pain for 47yrs. Pacing yourself is definitely a must.

[@jacquelinenoble6640]

😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@carladejonge4951]

Looking good in the cottage! I suffer from lower back pain, myself! No fun! But you have to keep moving!❤ Do you have double glazing on those doors? With your winter weather, seems you would have to!❤

[@jillfraser2749]

Sean try taking tumeric with black pepper for max absorption (mine also has copper in too, to help with connective tissue) it helped me, it's one of those miracle natural remedies I swear. I order mine from Lindens but most health shops should have it. Love your work 🙂

[@wiggy3333]

Block the negative Nancy’s and Nelson’s. It is your channel and you can have who you want on here. If they can’t enjoy the content and be positive…give them the hand…👋 😮😉

[@AlfredPedneau]

Question do the Projects slow down when it 🤔 gets Cold 🥶 🤔 😕 🤧 😐 in the Winter Time ??? Below freezing 🥶 😫 😩 😑 😒 😤 !!! Stay Warm !!! And Crack on Mate !!! 😊😊😊

[@suehall3298]

Another interesting video with Sean's special style🤗☕🍰☕🍰 Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

[@AlfredPedneau]

Please show more of the Cats 🐈 😻 🐈‍⬛️ 🙏 !!! 😊😊😊

[@paperchaser9565]

I loved to see how you made your coffee..I use a percolator for my coffee. How strong is your coffee.?

[@marilynm8812]

Do you have to do stretches for the achilles tendon? Will you paint the outside trim to match?

[@debpate9405]

The cats seem to enjoy climbing the chain link fencing, do they climb your draperies? We have 3 very naughty cats.

[@SweetOne.]

I wake up every day wondering what will I be able to do. I completely understand. Many times I start something and have to take a break from it or suffer for it later. Some of it is just the simple daily stuff that does me in. My back does not like sweeping after a car accident I had.

[@Seans_World]

Yes it can be a struggle, keep pushing on and take care

[@camillacahill2250]

Hope you don't mind me asking , is it not safe to leave the cats roam freely? Love your work. 😊

[@Seans_World]

No not really

[@Smalfry47]

Yum….. honey!

[@2Arcticwolves]

When you mentioned posture, I immediately sat up straight, I was slouching. In Australia, that piece of steak costs $32.71. I enjoy your videos. :)

[@wendytotton4048]

Hi,Sean. I too have suffered with a heel,tendon issue for about a year. No amount of rest would help. However,my neighbour's mother makes natural salves,etc so I bought a tin of comfrey salve. Amazingly, in about 4 months my heel has pretty much completely healed. The salve had only three ingredients.... sunflower oil,beeswax and comfrey. It has a light scent,not greasy and , oddly, stops the pain in about half an hour ( at least for me). There is likely a person in your area creating holistic medicines,so look for them at the next farmer's market. It only cost me $10 ( reg. $20) for an effective cure made from 3 real, natural substances. I also buy my honey and propolis from a local producer. I support the new catch phrase...."First, do no Pharm".😁

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

Sean my husband is the same way. Many things going on our farm. My husband scraped paint yesterday on our wood siding. Then he painted with prime today. 2nd coat tomorrow.

[@colleenrose5355]

Go for physiotheraphy it will heal faster. They will tape it for support. I tried to let mine heal and it took 8months to get 70% healed. Mine you I was working on my feet 8 hours a day full-time. So go get some help for you heal.

[@charmees6637]

Hard luck with that rain Sean what a nuisance.

[@ColliWobblers-d1b]

Heres a tip Sean for aches and pains, not a lot of people know this, rub vicks or any vapour rub or something with eucalyptus into to the area. I get a bad neck and back but knees, ankles, wrists elbows will benefit, give it a try. Do not use pure eucalyptus essential oil though thats a bit strong, you can add that to something else like a cream or Vaseline if its all you have, just dont put neat essential oils straight on the skin.

[@sjohnson9202]

👋👍❤️

[@fierywomanpacnw7004]

20 euros a kilo for organic meat is very reasonable!

[@monabale8263]

15:16; "cross renovating" instead of cross training. 😁

[@lyndalawrence9870]

Why are window screens not used in France ?

[@Seans_World]

Not sure

[@margaretlovelock7031]

Why are you keeping cats in a prison?

[@karensinclair4189]

It does seem very strange to me as well. What’s going on here? Does he put them out in that enclosure for a bit every day? Hmmmmm.

[@kathibrooks1401]

Really... they are indoor cats and he built this so they can have outdoor time. It keeps them safe from animals that want to kill them. You really could have phrased this differently.