7 Habits for a Slow and Intentional Life

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks to all of your support, I was able to invest back into the channel and get myself a better laptop, which made editing this video a breeze compared to my old laptop. So grateful for all of your support! Thank you to everyone here on KZbin, to all my patrons on Patreon, and to the brands who support the channel. Couldn’t be here without you all. :) Have a wonderful day!

[@LilliSkog]

Always a treat to up the quality of the gear used for the things we love doing, congratulations 😊 I'm getting a new camera this week, second hand. Win win 💕😊

[@stinaljungstrom8691]

Thank yuu for a nice channel and an important video. I wish you a nice day too! ❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

@@LilliSkog Totally agree! Rendering a video used to take 3 hours, now it takes 5 minutes 🤭 So happy! Also, congrats for your new camera, yay! Excited for you

[@SimpleHappyZen]

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[@LilliSkog]

@@SimpleHappyZen Oh wow, that spunds like a dream!! May I ask what computer you got? 😅🙋🏼‍♀️

[@LilliSkog]

Slow living has saved both my sanity and life since I dropped everything and moved to the rural countryside to escape the pandemic back in 2020. I haven't looked back once! I thought I was escapung, but in truth I was coming home, and I found myself again. I am so grateful to see more people talk about this in a slow, down to earth way 💕 Thank you for sharing, Vera 😊🙏🏼

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks Lilli!! 🤗💕

[@MariJadeWrites]

That's so nice that you could do that and find yourself there ☺️

[@terrywrae7235]

Coming home is a beautiful way to put it. We too moved away from the city to the rural countryside during the pandemic. I have found my happy in doing the mundane like sweeping the big porch.

[@williamclark1244]

A few years ago I was working two jobs, had a senior dog to care for and was running to the gym six to eight times a week and trying to maintain a home. I was always so tired. Now I only have one job which I work from home and I refuse to be rushed by anyone in order to do it. I still exercise but have been doing it at home and not as often. I have learned to take a week off every so often when my energy reserves are low and just go on walks instead. Now I create margins to do as little as possible daily, especially on Sundays. I also stopped saying yes to everything and everyone. I no longer have a problem saying no because people would drain me at every opportunity because I was always the one that they could count on. I'm finally putting myself first.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That sounds like a wonderful schedule! :)

[@aimalaimal-z5p]

Amazing post! I Hope you are fine! Say no more often 🎉

[@Naomi-N1ZPS]

I love the very last bit: "Will this cost me more than it will bring the other person." As a lower energy person, this will help me say no. Sometimes what might not seem like "a lot" to others, ends up costing me, personally, a great deal (energy mostly). Thank you... nice pointers/reminders to hear after a crazy Monday; I feel realigned and reset already ☺ Naomi

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes! I can relate to that 100% :) Usually, when I explain that this thing will cost me more energy than they might expect, they will understand better. Sometimes, a small gain for the other person will cost me a great deal. On the other hand, sometimes we can help someone out tremendously by doing something that's quite easy for us. So this question is always very helpful for me :)

[@ksk881]

My friends often think I'm anti-social, but I'm not. I just prefer quiet one-on-one get togethers. One friend is extremely loud, and I prefer to speak with her on the phone instead of in person, but she wants to go out to restaurants which i have never enjoyed....too noisy. I need to implement many of the slow living tips you gave here. I think a couple of them will allow me to maintain most of the less-stressful aspects of life while still showing my friends how much I love and appreciate them. I am glad that you are back, Vera! You look so rested!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear you enjoyed the tips in this video Karen! And I think it's great you have it figured out for yourself in what way social activities work out for you the most :)

[@melaniemeyer4086]

I loved the "when life speeds up, slow down" part a lot! I often feel stressed at work because I try to rush through my work in order to finish it earlier. And then I get angry because I feel so stressed. So I will try your advice to just slow down and breath next time :). Thank you, Vera!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks for sharing Melanie!! :) As Lily Tomlin says: "For fast acting relief, try slowing down." 🙂

[@sanja7489]

Likewise...super thankful for sharing this advise with us🌼

[@MariJadeWrites]

That's so true, I have a hard time slowing down lately. I feel anxious when I don't do as much in my day as if I am not doing "enough" or am falling behind.

[@christawildesen4664]

I love to do crafts…cardmaking, jewelry making, especially needlework…crocheting, knitting, and best of all.. counted cross stitch. I have an almost endless supply of patterns, threads, fabric, etc and will most likely not use them all in my lifetime…I am a 74 yr old retired RN. So “Enough is enough” should be my mantra. Your video makes me realize that. I am not saying I will not buy more supplies, etc, but I definitely need to cut back. I love your videos and you are one of my top You Tube choices…such good, sound advice. Hope you have a blessed day!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much for your kind words Christa!! 😘🌱 Have a wonderful day!

[@persephone213]

✨Enough is enough. 💖 I quite like that better than “less is more” because sometimes, depending on values and hobbies, a little more can actually be more, but I really think it’s about being intentional about what we’re bringing into our space rather than having the least amount of things possible. Also, slow living is always an ongoing goal of mine.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I agree! It's not about 'less' necessarily, but just the right amount of things. :)

[@tinachaudhary6585]

​@@SimpleHappyZenu know what? the new adage is,...it is,"Less is everything!!"Minimalism,slow living and spirituality and service r my favourite things!! Lots of love from India,fellow sisters!!💜💜💜👍

[@DavidStarkie]

I’ve been gradually slowing down my evening routine and feel so much better for it. No rushing around to get everything sorted so ready for “me time” but instead slow and steady keeps allows me to build a routine which results in better time management for myself

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that!

[@jessicanelson3211]

I was just talking with my husband last night about how our culture (here in the US) is so fast-paced and how I want to shift towards a slower pace of living and to normalize the idea that you don't have to constantly be busy all the time. Slowing down and taking time to rest/recharge is very important and beneficial for health. Thanks for the video, Vera!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Perfect timing then!! :) Thanks Jessica! :)

[@jessicanelson3211]

@@thebirchtree8871 It can definitely be a challenge, but some companies are starting to focus on the importance of work/life balance and providing mental health resources. However, there is still the push to go go go all the time and it results in many employees getting burnt out. With my husband and I both experiencing burn out within the past two years (in addition to mental health challenges) we've really been trying to take it slower in the areas we can, such as family time, scheduling activities with friends, etc. Surprisingly when I tell friends and family about trying to live slower and more intentional I've received nothing but praise (when I feared we'd be seen as lazy).

[@lucylu3056]

I now have my Sunday dedicated to myself, just as you do Vera. It feels a bit weird in the beginning, some guilt of course when rejecting other activities. But having those "me time" Sundays is so precious for my well-being.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds lovely!!! No guilt necessary whatsoever :)

[@amazingandrea9983]

Hi LL. Take a peek at Wayne Muller's beautiful book, Sabbath. I read it every few years remind myself of its benefits to the soul.

[@carbenyos]

1) Enough is enough 2)Creating margins into your life 5) the not now zone- all three of these are great. "Will this cost me more than it will bring the other person."-crucial for learning to say no. Very insightful video!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much, happy to hear you got some valuable tips from it!! :)

[@lynby2108]

You could have been talking about me personally, totally relate, even rushing through books, thank you for the tips:)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome 🙂 Try slowing down and reading the lines one by one without focusing on 'getting through the book', and see how you like it :)

[@louiseanne9653]

My favourite habit is to value the empty time in my schedule ... I've not yet found things that restore me if I'm feeling tired/overwhelmed (other than rest and time!), so I try and build plenty of empty time in my schedule to avoid overdoing it. I also love your suggestion of a 'Not Now' zone, I shall definitely try that one too.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sometimes, all we need is just time. Time to rest and recover :)

[@ellen823ful]

Quiet time is so valuable. We don’t have just push push push. Silence is so restorative to my mind and body.

[@deborahmeyers551]

I love the not now zone I'm going to also use not yet zone 😋 when friends push for a meet up despite the fact that I'm explained politely I love NO too Vera. Thanks for sharing your awesome beautiful videos Vera 😘

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're so welcome, happy to hear you got some helpful tips from it! :) Hope they will be helpful for you too :) Take good care!

[@whyyyyyyyyyme]

Number 6 has been most impactful in my life. The best choices and lifestyle changes I've made was through my gut 😆 My surroundings were saying to me that what I was doing was correct way but somehow I always had instinct to do it another way and 99% of the time it was a good decision. No one in my circle of friends is vegetarian and it sometimes causes inconveniences but I stopped eating meat anyway and it changed my life totally.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear that has been helpful for you as well! Also, thanks for not eating meat :) Happy that's working out for you as well

[@world_still_spins]

Near 6.35. Nice kitchen, it appears calming and easy to maintain with the subway tiles and stainless exhaust vent.

[@katiemynette4285]

Heart of Kentucky. SIMPLE HAPPY ZEN. Hello VERA in the NETHERLANDS. So good to see you. I still pray for you and yours. Hope you have a totally blessed day. Katie.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Katie for thinking of us!! Have a wonderful day today

[@laurawatkins9399]

First, I had a flashback to my dad saying 'enough is enough' when I was a child (his attempt to get us to slow down, I guess? lol). The tip that resonated with me was that no is as valid as yes. As a grandmother, I have difficulty saying no to my family because yes feels more nurturing and loving. Even though it sometimes results in me feeling drained and stressed out! At this point, everyone would be shocked to hear a no from me. ;)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Haha yes, I can see that :) Try asking yourself the question I mentioned in the video, perhaps that could be helpful in deciding which things you'd prefer to say no to from now on. :) If saying yes will cost you more than it will bring the other person. :) Hope it helps!

[@laurawatkins9399]

@@SimpleHappyZen Yes, perfect. Thank you, Vera!

[@moonsidecafe]

Enough is enough, I needed to hear this today as I've recently been caught up in buying clothes again (after working hard to minimize my wardrobe). Thank you Vera 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy you found some helpful insights here :) Also, no need to beat yourself up if you do end up buying some things. Just see where you'd like to go from here. :)

[@PABWECG]

This is just the video I need right now. I am trying to create boundaries in my life. Around self-care, when I'm working and when not, where I want to spend my time, etc. So, thank you!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds great, good luck with your goals!! :)

[@amygirl9534]

Really grateful to have found your channel. Another HSP here suffering burnout and trying to make a career switch, possibly whole lifestyle switch. Not as many social safety nets here in the US which makes it hard. Your tips about following your intuition and doing one thing well versus three things poorly really resonates. I think that’s what HSPs gravitate to naturally. Permission to do it my way. Thanks. 🙏

[@amyli092]

Even though I'm not a full-time student (I'm only taking 2 classes this current semester), I still find myself feeling tired when the homework starts to pile up, so this video is very helpful to me! May end up using that tip of creating a not now zone to my schedule, and start prioritizing better sleep patterns as well since I'm more of a night owl by nature. Thank you for all that you're doing, Vera 😊❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds great Amy, hope these two things will be helpful for you! :)

[@reelparentchats]

Hi, this is so beautiful... Thank you for sharing your amazing self, I have been following your channel for a while, and just listening to many tips you have shared has changed many ways I approach things. This is a wonderful gift.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Shiela, that's nice to hear :) Have a wonderful weekend!

[@cristina.mtz.bravo1982]

you always remind me, that life doesn't have to be all about achieving and being efficient and that it is ok to take breaks, to slow down, to enjoy the peaceful moments. Thank you Vera, is so good to have you back, I wish you a lovely weekend, peace, love and joy to you

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw so nice, thanks Cristina 🤗🍂🍄 Have a wonderful and slow weekend! :)

[@joank5585]

Hi Vera, for me “no is just as valid as yes” m still working on, it is the hardest thing for me because of all the reasons you mentioned but I feel so much better when I say no, mostly to things I don’t enjoy doing and if I say it to someone without hesitation or doubt then usually the person won’t push me to do it, so this also shows respect and honesty towards them because you’re not being fake or false with them. Love the enough is enough and not now zone also. I think we can be a lot more productive when we take time for rest and reflection. Thnx for this helpful video! 😌

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay, so happy to hear you found the video helpful Joan 🤗🌱💕

[@agnieszkaking4609]

Absolutely love it 😍 thank you 🙏 you are such a beautiful soul 🌷

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much Agnieszka 🤗🪴 Have a great day!

[@ms.schnapp7415]

What a lovely surprise to wake up to a SHZ video on a Tuesday! Enough = enough resonates with me. I'm working on not always looking for something to want. I also appreciate #6, doing things that feel right for me, and no matter what others think is the right thing to do.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

'looking for something to want', that's exactly what it is haha. Well put :) Have a great day!

[@louisehorsfall9400]

Oh several of these stood out. I will rewatch. Certainly building margins and the not now zone sound critical for me. Off to cancel a commitment based on my gut self care response ;)

[@Stumpybear7640]

Love the enough is enough mantra. I have a small space for my particular weakness - yarn purchases, so I use stash if it is full. No matter what. Much love xxx

[@RefreshwithDawn]

I would say living by my intuition (which I am very deliberate about) as well as seeing what I did in my day as enough spoke to me. Thanks for sharing, Vera. ☺️🙌

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome!! :) Thanks for sharing Dawn

[@gypsybelle4757]

Your videos are always so real and encouraging. Like having tea with a friend. 😊Thank you so much for your genuine caring!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thanks!! That's how I also experience making them haha :)

[@bumblebee_ms]

I love the 'enough is enough' idea, I'm going to start doing this.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! :)

[@bumblebee_ms]

@@SimpleHappyZen Glad you're back Vera!!

[@tamjg]

Hi Vera, Glad to see your new video! I was concerned since you had taken some time off and happy to see all is well!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Definitely all is well :) I also uploaded a new video last week, but maybe that one didn't get recommended to you? You can find it on the channel :)

[@inherwords6]

I really love the not now zone and the one before about life being what you make of it especially with the chores!! Thank you so much for your video! I took copious notes to keep me in the present!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy you enjoyed it and found it helpful! :)

[@onimendez7735]

Hi beautiful Vera! Thank you for the gentle reminders to be kind to ourselves. Your soothing voice is so calming that I have often played your videos to fall asleep 😴 Much Love ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah that's so sweet! :) Thank you

[@rosabjerregard2029]

Enough is enough. Wauw! I use way to much time searching for the best X and Y... Thank you so much ❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I think this could really help you save some time and energy then :) Glad you liked it!

[@NicolleMelanson.Powell]

I like "enough is enough" - it reminds us to enjoy what we have with a sense of satisfaction rather than hungering always for more or better (which is the vicious hedonic treadmill). Gratitude and appreciation are the gateways to contentment.

[@elentir-ca]

Hi Vera, thanks for this pleasant Tuesday surprise! I'm so happy to see you reading Stormlight - I think it is one of the best book series 🥰 Hope you'll like the rest of them 😍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah yay! I loved the Stormlight Archives series. I've finished reading the 4th one, so now it's waiting for number 5 to come out :) I've also read the first Mistborn trilogy.

[@marisacooper5364]

I’m going to try ‘not now time’ -during times of uncertainty or when my mind reels on challenges -to give my mind something else to do and break the over-thinking cycles. Also I’ve found great benefits in scheduling me time and down time on the weekends, because even going out and having fun still takes energy and being “on”, we enjoy our quiet time just as much.

[@julierichens4218]

Your "Not Now time" used to be called Sabbath, or Shabat. God told everyone from the very beginning of time to honor the Sabbath day and keep it holy. It was instituted long before the Ten Commandments were even given. It was a prescribed day of rest. Every seventh day was time to Simply shut down, unwind, and rest. It is still practiced and honored To This Day in Israel. The entire nation just comes to a complete halt for that day, and everyone relaxes, unwinds, and rests. What a lovely tradition! I wish all nations practiced it, especially the US. We are the most stressed out, overworked, Restless people on the planet! It's good to see that someone roughly half my age has figured this out and is sharing the value of quiet time with everyone. Thank you for a wonderful post.😊💛 I really enjoyed it! I felt my pulse slowing down, my breathing quieting, and my mind stopped racing as I listened

[@moniquelacroix1706]

I Vera! What a great video! I didn’t know what living a slow and intentional life could mean before listening to your video. Everything you said resonated with me and will help me in my life, for sure! What touched me the most was: “Empty time is just as valuable as scheduled time”. In the example you mentioned about the week-end, it made me realize that when I do have free time, and I’m looking forward to it, if someone invites me to an activity, I will usually accept simply because I do have the time and I would feel guilty or selfish to say no! Which leads me to the next rule that spoke to me the most: “No is just as valid as yes”! Saying no is something I struggle with! But in the last few months, on several occasions I worked up the courage to say no to a few requests, and I felt so relieved! It really felt like victories! And the world didn’t come to an end because I said no! Your advice will help me continue on that path! Thank you, Vera, for your helpful and inspiring videos! ☺🌹

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's amazing, so excited for you! :) Great to hear it's working out for you when you practiced it :) Have a wonderful weekend!

[@SimpleHealth83]

❤ thank you for these tips and reminders 🙏

[@krisano1prsn]

Love #2, we all need "empty time" to recharge ourselves in this hurried world.

[@CoffeeTeaWithSusan]

I loved number when she suggested Being able to be in the moment and enjoy the daily tasks instead of telling myself that I need to get this over with cuz I have other things to do. I smiled about the reading fast at night. Our minds can’t slow down unless we intentionally do it.

[@kimberlyd7091]

Just like you I try to have Sundays to myself. If I am busy the entire weekend I can get overwhelmed very quickly. Love the part "will this cost me more than it will bring the other person". I'll have to remind myself of that before I say yes to something. Thank you for the great tips. Happy to hear you got yourself a new laptop. Hope it serves you well. Enjoy the rest of your week Vera! ♥️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Kimberly! Great that you also try to have Sundays to yourself :) And happy to hear you enjoyed that tip about saying yes or no :)

[@Angelareadsalot]

Love this! I call my “empty” or personal time my Sacred Solo Sabbath. I completely unplug, usually on a Sunday, and it has become an invaluable staple in my mental health. Just knowing I have this time to look forward to. Unfortunately, it has been difficult to explain to some people, including an old friend. She often invites me to hang out with her or her family on Sunday, despite me reminding her Sundays are personal days. Some people are so offended that they are not the exception, like you don’t want to make time for them. I know I’m not the only person who deals with this 😅

[@danceonthemoonn]

Dankjewel voor je videos! Je helpt me echt met het verbeteren van m'n mentale gezondheid. Ik heb altijd zo veel last van prikkels, maar dankzij je video's ben ik daar nu veel beter tegen gewapend! 🥰

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw superleuk, dankjewel Celine!! Heel leuk om te horen dat je er zoveel aan hebt. Fijn weekend!

[@madelynstott8462]

Enough is enough and no is as valid as yes resonates with me. My boss keeps telling me to set boundaries and say no to things- it’s hard but I’m trying !

[@mariambanu9484]

Thanks to universe showing your video and blessed to watch simple happy zen.

[@tinachaudhary6585]

Dear sister,u hv given beautiful points to practice slow living.i really needed this. Thnks a bunch.shall save ur video,and watch it again and again until i m able to apply all the info in my life!!💜💜💜🤗

[@lilianpoberezny4933]

Love these ideas. Have written them down to remind myself of them. The first one 'enough is enough' is definitely the one that I need to heed to.🤩

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear you enjoyed them!! :) Thanks Lilian

[@johngrigg2751]

So helpful, ì love the Not now zone...definitely going to implement that,and the others too.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

🤗

[@allyson1386]

Not filling empty time and slowing down really spoke to me. Thank you, so much, Vera🐺💕

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Glad to hear it! :) Thanks Allyson

[@itamarrivera6983]

Hi! Not now zone for me is the most essential and think the same.

[@remiborowiec7700]

Thank you for your videos, Vera 🙂

[@jacquelinemcgowan8164]

I need to slow down, I know this is the right thing for me to do. The thing is we are fooled into thinking if we do things faster we will achieve more, but i am finding that is just not true. I end up never ever doing anything right and then i get more and more fustrated. My phone / internet drives me crazy and is a constant annoyance, how do we ever keep up with it all. The constant need to be entertained instead of doing it for myself is so controlling. Enough was my go to word for the year. and that one word blessed me so much. Time to embrace that word again thank you for sharing.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much for sharing Jacqueline! Perhaps you could also benefit from unplugging a bit more. I started leaving my phones in another room most of the time, out of sight, out of mind. The amount of mental breathing space this brings me was unexpectedly huge :)

[@karenegert8222]

Thank you ! This was so helpful !

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hi Vera love the one making time for yourself. Sunday's are good for that. Thank you so much.❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I agree! Thanks Cathy, have a lovely week!

[@jenniesjolseth2145]

This was my favorite, great life lessons and wisdom! I’ve already watched it twice. Thank you 🙏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow, thank you so much Jennie!! 🤗🌱💕

[@mindfulmaximalism]

"Enough is Enough." I love it, and I'm a maximalist. 🎯

[@sumsi791]

Dear Vera, THIS is exactly what I needed today! Thank you from all of my heart.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sending a big hug! 🍂🍄🤗

[@carlienvandernet7902]

The “enough is enough” rule is the one that I’m really trying to accomplish. I set myself a goal to pay of my debt in about 7 months time, so I really have to stick to this rule. I’m decluttering at the moment so this gives me the feeling that it will be easier not to buy any new stuff. The rule of how you look at things works almost perfectly with me. I can almost enjoy everything I do although I’m not a big fan of household jobs, but it really doesn’t work for vacuming 🙃. No matter what I say to myself as soon as the vacumecleaner is on the floor it starts to get caught by the tables and chairs, knock over glasses and I can only swear 🤣😂🤣

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahahaha I can relate. Also, wishing you all the best with your goal for paying back your debt!!

[@carlienvandernet7902]

Thank you very much 😘

[@lolitlinchoco8902]

Hi Vera, I’m so happy to see you again! You look pretty in pink❤️.. Yes, enough is enough, no more looking for something more 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much!! 🤗🥰❤️

[@chillibird2511]

Your tips are very helpful- nice to see you and thanks for sharing. I often think of jobs to do when it's rest time- gradually learning too change that

[@carolinab4391]

Vera, thank you so much for these tips. They are great! I tend to hurry a lot and it affects my mood and energy levels. I never thought about making it intentional to arrive much earlier to commitments to help me settle. But I'm commiting to arriving earlier for the sake of my health and happiness 😊 Wish me luck🤞🏾

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's awesome!! Good luck with that goal, hope it helps you as much as it helps me!

[@carolinab4391]

@@SimpleHappyZen Muchas gracias 🙏🏾

[@madakamads]

Vera, I've just discovered your channel and it's great!! When you talked about slowing down, I immediately remembered Phil Dunphy...haha...Just love the "slow is smoothe and smooth is fast" and use it every day. Thanks for the video!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

😄🌷🍵

[@kiki-oh7hi]

Perfect messages Vera. Thank you!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Kiki! :) Have a wonderful day

[@marie20142]

Enough is enough... It really works for me.. to always use up existing items before purchasing the latest version❤

[@JoannaJUT]

Thank you. I need to remember about the 'not now' zone.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I hope you'll like it! :)

[@modernfiftytv]

Love not now zone point. Will try to implement it in my life.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Great!! :)

[@jessicazefira1168]

Yay another video! So happy to see you again! ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Jessica, enjoy your Tuesday! :)

[@helanalurie9962]

Thanks fot sharing practical ways to make life easier!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're so welcome Helana, have a happy Tuesday! :)

[@evelynbaran8863]

I love your content and I have applied your practices, it has made me feel so much better.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow that's amazing!! 🤗💕

[@greencrystal4527]

I love the idea of a "not now" zone... 🙏😄

[@PrincessofErised]

It has always been my mantra: "If you want to go faster, slow down."

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Lovely mantra :) I always like: "Nature doesn't hurry, yet everything is accomplished".

[@robertstanley9633]

I appreciate you sharing tangible approaches and practices to being intentional. Thank you for sharing, all the best!

[@janexu5186]

“say no =say more yes",interesting! and i love not-now-zone, because i'am the person kind like you to always continue thinking....,thank you for your video.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear you got some insights from the video! :) Have a wonderful weekend

[@eduardor0605]

I enjoyed a lot this video, thanks Vera. It's always a good idea to follow your gut :).

[@elinaeriksson5218]

Great tips . Thank you for this video

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks Eline, glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@sumitasingh8444]

Wonderful content! This is something I would like to bring into my life. Will watch again and have a think over how and what to plan to make this change.

[@kennethbailey9853]

So Nice and Wonderful to See You Again. 🙂

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Kenneth!! It's good to be back 😁🤗

[@christined2495]

So glad to see your back, you look so rested and peaceful… Just wanted to say hi ❤ You look beautiful pink is your color

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Christine! Hope you're doing well too. Are you fully recovered from surgery?

[@christined2495]

@@SimpleHappyZen yes I am, it took a good 12 weeks, but life is back to normal thank goodness, makes you appreciate the SIMPLE things…. Thank you for asking and also remembering with all your subs I don’t know how you do it 😀❤️

[@ali18398]

Love this "not now zone" idea 💖

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear it! 🤗🍄🍂

[@eleland]

Amazing, thanks ❤

[@hazarel-rasheed6702]

I need that in my life Recently I began feeling lost and it made me feel like I can't achieve any of my goals

[@anacorona6234]

Gracias por el video!

[@jirihozpodebrad23]

Very nice video and advice, thank you so much! 💝

[@k.hudson4610]

Great tips, thank you!!

[@martynak919]

Great video, as always! 🥰 Living more slowly and with intention is definitely something that's more natural to me, but at the same time I tend to be a people-pleaser which makes me anxious 😅 So it was really good to get some inspiration 💕 I especially like your 'not-now-zone', gonna have to try it! It reminds me of something I implemented in my life recently and quite accidentally - one day a week I mark in my bullet journal as 'self-care day'. But it's not face masks and pampering, just simply a reminder to treat myself as my best friend and prioritise what's best for me in everyday situations - like getting a break or doing what I want to do without feeling bad. Small moments during the day but a huge boost of good mood and confidence 🙌

[@mukundjere9230]

Hi Vera... Great job. Correct observation. Some points are new for me. 🎉🎉 Enjoy moments 👍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear that!! Have a wonderful day today

[@alexandraalmeida3661]

I completely relate to the “enough is enough” rule! That’s my crucial rule for some years now, but I urgently need to adopt the “not now” rule, because I tend to think and think about a problem or a decision over and over again and I don’t get to enjoy the time I’m having. 💙💜❤️💚💗🖤💛🧡♥️

[@j.m.7056]

What helps with my overthinking is to tell myself to put the problem/issue in my subconcious and let it do the work while I get on with other things. A mind game for certain, but it works for me.

[@alexandraalmeida3661]

@@j.m.7056 Thanks, that’s a good suggestion, but sometimes the problems are not that easy to forget... 💙

[@mrsluckbug]

good ideas Vera😊 ^not now^ also works for creative solutions to the problems as at that time of intense negative emotions, its is usually not a good time to solve any problems (if its not urgent) When you sleep on it, the solution comes the other day and it always works well 😃

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Very true! :)

[@rupachemudupathi9569]

Not now time , dear i learn something new from every video

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy to hear it :)

[@MariJadeWrites]

I struggle to slow down with my creative projects. I am editing a fiction book to be published in early 2023, making KZbin videos posting twice a week and making artwork of my original characters from my stories as well. I love creating and writing/drawing is a wonderful practice for me, but since it's making me pennies at the moment, i can't fully focus on it. I have a fear of it not working out for me. But i hope to make it work and monetize my KZbin channel soon as well as make sales again on Amazon KDP for my coloring books and soon, my first fiction book as well.

[@victoriaburgess700]

You are really good! I’m a RD who practices Taoism! Maybe I found someone who feels the same sort to speak. Bravo! BTW I just started my own business as an IE RD. I’m handling this new journey just like you!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Early 👏🏼 So pretty in pink suits you 💖 always love your content ❤ Enough is enough AGREE 🎉

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Sharon! 😁💕🪴

[@ritalynb7070]

I don't go to stores, shop online or have any store advertising in my inbox. when I do need something, I buy second hand or repurpose. Up until 2020, my life was quite simple and intentional. Since then, my work environment has been in overdrive! My struggle is that I have no "empty" time. I work and have to complete a university upgrade (required to keep my job) and have a family. I say NO to EVERYTHING else!!! There is no time for socializing or for myself. My classes are evenings & weekends, so I don't have weekend downtime from work. Feeling VERY burned out!!!

[@aletajacobson5609]

Hello, the one I have a hard time with is saying no. I’m working on that one. Many times I think if I don’t get everything on my list done I’m not satisfied. But then I beat myself up about it. I’m working on that one also. Thank you ❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

The thing is, 'the list' is something we make up ourselves, and if we tend to be hard on ourselves, we tend to put way too much on the list to begin with, making it even harder not to beat ourselves up when we can't finish it. You created the list, but that doesn't mean the list can't change during the day depending on what happens. :) Instead of getting angry at yourself for not finishing it, you could also recognize some things didn't go according to plan (which is no one's fault) and 'change' the list to only the things you did get done :)

[@aletajacobson5609]

@@SimpleHappyZen yes you are so right. I somehow need to remember that and not get upset when things don’t get done. And it’s not the end of the world if the living room didn’t get dusted and vacuumed. It will get done soon. Thank you 😊

[@teresaromero8655]

Awesome video ! 👏👏👏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks Teresa!! 😁