the toxic trend of "getting it all done" (3 tips to accomplish MORE with less effort)

[@joannecatherinegabl1913]

I was more feminist-minded more than I ever cared to admit (not shaming feminists here). But I denied myself the pleasure of being a mom, being pregnant, taking time to reflect on what legacy truly means, and had a very superficial idea about productivity and success. I can’t get any of that pregnancy time back (a little late…the daughter is 30), and I cannot turn back to tell the great guys I am willing to have a family (they’ve long since moved on). I have to settle for the choices I’ve made. While serving in the US Navy, I was assigned to over 1000 funeral details. Loved ones didn’t talk about their professions, accolades, awards, or status symbols collected through the years. Loved ones spoke of their time spent with them, collected bits of wisdom, and spoke of how they impacted their community through acts of service or kindness. I don’t fester on what time I lost, but looking forward, I want to focus on how best to serve my family and friends. Moreover, make the most of any time left on earth, that means slowing things down a bit, putting away distractions, and providing a place for others to find peace and quiet.

[@justathought1971]

Thank you for sharing such a beautiful perspective on looking back . Takes courage to do this . The beginning of a new time is coming for you my dear . The earth and your creator loves you more than you know. Gardening changed my life after my kids left and it was just me again all by my lonesome . The earth will gift you for loving it and learning it just the same . 🌱

[@codylee.w]

Amazing 💛

[@anashappydays]

Every day is a chance for a new start ❤ Wish you all the best in your bright future, knowing what matters in life. So many of us have our priorities all wrong. Your words are so powerful 🫶

[@crystalellen]

Thank you. This is beautiful and so are you!

[@christisjoypinson5599]

"Because sometimes doing nothing leads to the very best 'something'." ~ Christopher Robin (from the movie "Christopher Robin" 😊❤️) Thank you, Madisun! God bless you!

[@OwnBestFriend]

8:20 woah bomb drop. I am that sahm trying to have all the control which just makes me feel like a big fun killer and a bit of a bitch honestly.. my control is a form of keeping everyone and thing safe and myself. I stand firm on my first comment. you make me see things I cant yet see myself!!

[@Karen-c3d7i]

I am 77 Madisun, and I have ‘wasted’ a great deal of time in my life, doing the unnecessary - rather than that which is ‘calling out’ to me…loved your articulation of ‘flow state’ which I have experienced all my life - ignoring your ‘flow state’ is destructive rather than constructive…the feminine being vs masculine controlling doing is so clear to me…

[@themellowmama]

My bestie, an earth angel … breaking down the historical unfolding of production/work and its actual value vs when it’s actually meaningless/draining 😭

[@maudfischer5315]

Maddy, I wish I was surrounded by girlfriends like you ❤ your message strikes me so strong ! I feel that this survival mode is so agressiv, I feel so exausted to push, push push all day long. I am going to try something différent. It's not a long-term way of living our precious time in earth and my kids deserve a calmer, happier mum 😊 Thanks you ❤

[@saramartin3322]

Every time I watch one of ur videos, I cry. And I only partially understand why. But the things you're saying are powerful. And I think you're talking to some of the DEEP roots of who God made women to be. And we're all so lost and confused, we think we know what we're supposed to be and how we're supposed to act and live our lives. But we're really cheating ourselves,and God, out of the wonderful creations He created us to be. And I'm speaking from a place of.... Being STUCK in the middle of my own journey . Anyways, all of that to say thank you for your authenticity. It's making a difference

[@ΓεωργίαΓεωργίου-υ9η]

I will pray for you.Please pray for me as well.I want to stop my 27 year nursing job because iam so tired. Iam 50 and i feel as if i'm 85. Din't have good childhood either. Don't know how to make my dteam come true: quet life at home .My hasbunt is a nurse to but he enjoys it so much. He loves to work overtimes and he is 58 . My son is 22 and my dauhter 15. I had the elusion that i could live like the way i wanted but i am old enough to now know for sure that i cant if i'm still working. No energy left with hashimoto ,bulging disc etc( we are not kits anymore)❤ my prayers and love from Cyprus!

[@sarahgibbs4660]

Oh Madisun, your work is definitely contributing to me having a fruitful life. I so appreciate your words of truth - so seldomly heard as poignantly as you put them and really thought provoking. As a teacher I really wish our school systems could hear this message - our poor students are taught so quickly and don't get to absorb life as it should be taken in. I appreciate you!

[@OwnBestFriend]

girl your content is EVERYTHING. I cant wait to save up for you coarse cause you are literally changing my life for the better and I know im a stranger but I just wanted you to know im so thankful I found you and im so thankful you upload. your content is amazing and I listen to it constantly. you've helped me so much and continue to. so thank you.. so much

[@MadisunGray]

aw girl I love you! this makes me so inspired to keep creating! xo

[@ΓεωργίαΓεωργίου-υ9η]

I cry. Good on you girl. From a woman who never knew how to live...❤

[@charlottelarsson8039]

What I love most about your videos is not the content (which is fantastic) but your light. It's like you are beaming with "you-ness", beaming with a light that is so beautiful. It inspires me to live more in my own light, and I think a part of doing that means slowing down, residing more in my body than in my mind. I want to send a big thank you for the wonderful work you do. Lots of love from Sweden.

[@flamingofan5411]

You are adorable! It is an important reminder that we have to let go of the things that aren’t for us, or just aren’t for us anymore, to have the time and energy to do the things that are! 🌺

[@MadisunGray]

this means so much to me

[@maryb.222]

Thanks so much for what you share Madison. Your work is definitely contributing to improvements I’m surrendering to in my life. You are so wise, creative and nurturing. I could almost taste the bread you made and I was so hoping to see the dresses when they dried! Next time! Thanks again and have a lovely day ❤

[@gkreyl8700]

You have built an amazing community Maddi. I have been slow living for at least a year, but it is definately something I have to work on as I am so used to doing so much. Your videos mean so much to this 66 year old kiwi, living in Australlia. Could you do another house tour?

[@ThePinkBookworm]

I was contemplating productivity, goal planning and my future this morning when I saw your video pop up. This was what I needed to hear. To slow down. To relax. To focus on doing less, not worried if I am doing enough. To focus on important things, rather than all the things. Thank you so much ❤

[@AM-bm2xw]

Thank you for sharing your message Madi, you are doing important work and helping so many women (including myself)! Praying for God's blessing for you!

[@kaymomof4]

❤❤❤ I used to be a stay at home Mom and found a feminine energy I didn’t know I had… now I have to work and I take care of children/ family/ home but none the less I have been rushing through my whole life always in a hurry! Your videos are helping me, it’s a slow process to slow down and embrace the moments, simply be… just be. So that I may actually any my life no matter the season

[@TammyFernsYT]

So much of what you talk about resonates with me. Thank you for sharing your journey, you’re truly an inspiration. Letting go of my perfectionism is something I’m still working on, but I’m getting there.

[@AnotherDayDIY]

What you said about the body’s limited dopamine hits per day, not using them up on, say, screen time and scrolling, 👍🏼👍🏼! That’s a powerful punch and a great wake up call. ❤ Thanks for this information. 🩵🧡

[@MadisunGray]

so wild. I agree!

[@catherinegilmore2709]

I sure wish I could've glowed and been as relaxed as you in my own third trimesters. You, again, are wiser than your years my love. Another great video, that I am immediately going to watch again to soak in the gold. I sure wish you'd do a book referral video. Hope this trimester is nothing but good.

[@amybruner4819]

She actually made a video a while back with 16 books she recommends - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWbbknuve5hlp9U

[@NivesScott]

I can’t wait to listen to this as I’m making dinner tonight. You are the queen of restful inspiration! ❤

[@stacey5239]

Thank you for this video.Going through a hard time at the moment and feel totally burntout.I try to simplify my days,but they can get very tough.I love watching your channel,as I find it so relaxing.You are such a big inspiration to me and thank you for that.🥰❤️😌

[@ColorfulSerenityPress]

Thank you, that comment at the end was for me. I have been in grind mode and needed that reminder. ❤

[@biancaclaudio6976]

Wow! I’ve never heard someone whose perception of time matched mine so closely! It is definitely perfectionism and a false sense of security that is making me spend all day working. Thank you for opening my eyes each video. It really does help

[@bloominginthelight2]

I want to say thank you SO much for what you do here. I'm a 40 year old mom of two and your wisdom is what I wish I had had when my kids were little. Better late than never though!! I love your discussion around feminine energy. As I've spent time diving into healing, my faith, and self-care, this reality of "being" and moving the needle with small, forward steps (v hurry and push) (ie your one-hour a day work block) has been proven over and over. Recovering from perfection seems to be a life-long struggle. Thank you again for spending time with us. ❤

[@nikkiemberskye]

Getting older has taught me that everything that needs to get done will get done. We all power through when we need to but learning to slow down and enjoy the process leads to more contentment and joy. You are right. And the do not disturb option on our phones is not just there to look pretty lol. It's a sanity saver. The more society pushes us to be more productive and quicker at accomplishing tasks the more we should do the opposite. Slow down. Learn to relax and everything gets done in its own time. Find your rhythm, right? 😉

[@emilymcclain591]

I loved this video Madi. I have recently been on a journey of healing from a constant feeling of needing to be productive. This lesson makes me think of one of your videos past where you say "If you give a woman..." and it made me realize that as women if you give them a task they create a tapestry. They create beauty with the ingenuity of less effort. That is definitely one of the loveliest things I think of why women bring so much to the table. Letting go of the grind of hustle culture and its limiting, soul squelching pace and adopt a more intuitive and open form of work. It will always come out feeling more fulfilling and lifegiving. Thank you for showing us how we can adopt this lifestyle and thrive!

[@laurarivett5931]

Gosh Madi, your videos have really helped me foster more peace in my life as a toddler mom. When I get a bit frazzled I tell myself to sloooowwww downnnn and that really helps. I'm curious about your new course. I always felt like "entrepreneurship" "boss mom" life was just not for me...too much "grinding" but you are planting a seed that tells me maybe it doesn't have to be that way. Maybe I can put something out into the world without feeling like it has to crush me at the same time. Maybe it can be slow, and enjoyable...even pleasurable. Can't wait!

[@jjRachelle]

"how can I relax and let this be easy" - that's what I'm going to carry with me the next few days from this video. Thank you for sharing your work.

[@jennahjensen9071]

You're a ray of sunshine and such inspiration! Thank you! 🌻

[@electraeileen]

Your channel is so healing to me. Thank you❤

[@fh4595]

I really love the concept of slow living. Even though i’m a stay at home mom, homeschooling our children. Trying to keep life simple. I’m still regularly overwhelmed by all the work. (In my defense: i have 4 children and pregnant of the 5th 🤭) I would love to hear your thoughts about this subject. Its really a daily struggle to keep the house clean and tidy, but also make time for each child and their education, going outside etc… How to slow down with all the work inside the home?

[@melindaczibula5903]

Nice episode! It's meaningful and super relatable. I'm also at this place, and I appreciate you sharing your experience. You and your whole family and children benefit from all the inner work you are doing right now :).

[@mariamaiff5115]

You are SO! appreciated! And your contributions are so valuable.. i am so happy and grateful that you decided to believe in yourself and bring forth this version of youself, basicly YOU. You really matter and make a positive difference in our lives.. (at times even life-changing). Thank you for that! ❤

[@AnnieODally-nu6lt]

I’m so grateful for finding your topic. I have been working on healing and needed this to heal more!💖💖💖

[@sarahjanser]

I love your content so much! Really needed to hear some of the insights in this video right now. I am a mum of two working as a freelance illustrator and artist. Life both personal and professional knocks me over sometimes. It's during these moments I can find peace and happiness watching your content and reflecting about how to make my life feel more slow and easy.

[@DisneyRunner]

I wish I knew then what I know now... You are what I have been preaching to women for years but wasn't able to implement myself... Today's video actually enlightened me to I need to just say that's not for me.. I recently let myself get pressured into volunteering for something I don't want to do..now I am carrying around the negativity from having made that decision..I hope I can learn from this and make a better choice next time.. thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings with us.

[@jesstinasteiner5741]

Thankyou so much for sharing your beautiful life with us❤ this means so much as im trying to learn to live a more meaningful life. Your are a wonderful source of inspiration! Keep it up❤ Congratulations on your baby! So exciting ❤

[@aprilewing7430]

You are an inspiration. Thank you for making these videos. 🙏❤

[@beautyinhomemaking]

I'm just glad Everytime that I come here ❤ thanks Madi ❤

[@saltinlight8267]

Your videos are so wonderful and rich with inspiration. Not the kind that makes you feel like your life is crap and everyone else's life is great either. But the kind of inspiration that literally helps you see things from a better perspective and incorporate those things into your life and live it. It's beautiful. Thank you. Can you link some of the books you were talking about on here? I'd like to read a few. Thank you!!!

[@steffney]

Such a great video! We really need to get away from this hustle culture! Let’s just all be little fairy wandering around life and smelling flowers and doing simple things ❤😊

[@evarosegger631]

Love the Video like always ❤ and the message - don‘t get me even started on how important 🎉 Thank you

[@jessieelliott3157]

I love your idea of romantisising your work. Ive always done this in my home, but not in my work so much and ive lamented the whiteness and sterility of my work. Ive noticed though that even as a nurse i can romanticise my work. I can make patients comfortable and cosy and give them a cared for experience. Even interacting pleasantly and with care with all the other staff romanticises the work i think as it brings in the soul and humanity to an otherwise sterile world. Challenge accepted. Lets take the beautiful soul of a home out into the world.

[@ΓεωργίαΓεωργίου-υ9η]

I am a burnt out 50 years old nurse completly depleted

[@rebeccaauer6375]

Thank you for this reminder. ❤

[@MichelleNovalee]

You are my favorite KZbinr and have been from the moment I first watched one of your videos. 💗🌸🌺

[@mariamacdonald1007]

You give a lot to my life by what you are sharing. You make ordinary life sound special. I think all of us would enjoy life so much more if we could take pleasure in our life’s work. Most of us probably need to slow done and not be in a constant hurry.

[@emilysnyder2869]

Putting your brain and your body in the right place at the right time - such a good way to say it!

[@Dana-mb1hd]

Madisun❤ your videos bring me so much peace and joy and inspire me in so many ways thank you❤

[@faithjolene244]

Thanks Madi! I loved the avocado pit dying of clothes! What a fun idea! I’m going to look into that 😊

[@MadisunGray]

It was really fun! :)

[@joywhitley3141]

You're an amazing woman!❤

[@tamiurquizo746]

Thanks for the understanding of the brain. ❤

[@Lordymordy-h2z]

I really needed to hear this one today. Been feeling really guilty about not working out of the home as much the last year for multiple reasons I can't get into. Thank you again❤

[@titusmom]

Thank you Madisun. I love your channel. Your videos are sooo well done, meaningful, and beautiful all at the same time. You inspire me to slow down and I appreciate it. I have already slowed down in many ways over the years- but I still have his pressure of productivity that I am always putting on myself. This video helped me recognize it more and gave me some ideas for helping with that. Thank you so much! Congratulations on your new baby! So happy for you! 💕

[@ebergman]

It does give value to my life.

[@hollybea9676]

You beautiful pregnant lady ❤️You have such a glow about you. (Just watched the part where you showed your bump) I am a single parent who feels constantly anxious and just not content, your videos inspire me soooo much. I just need to actually put it into practice. P. S those icecream cookies my daughter would love! Are they just cookies with icecream in the middle? xxx

[@lindahardman9656]

Heay madisan.thabkyou so much for this video.i so ready for this today.i love your content on slow living minimalism.and now this getting in to flow state,it what I have found to be our natural birth right.its a natural way of life and I so agree with you on every point you made.i am truly grateful for you and your channel.namaste❤

[@kyl5005]

beautiful mady

[@douxhealth-beauty3196]

I’ve been purging tons as a new (but older) mama …but totally struggling with my closet…saving everything for ‘after’ breastfeeding.. but watching this helped me really soak in the fact that my goal, among having kids, would see me breastfeeding for the next 5 years😳 so it is not only ok, but hopeful and faithful, to let those things go to someone else. While Prayerfully expecting baby #2 💛🙏🏼💛 that quote you mentioned about letting in what Is for you was very impactful- thank you for the behind the scenes research/work you put into what you share 💛💛💛💛

[@MadisunGray]

so amazed women like you find value in my work, such a compliment so thank you! congrats on baby #2!

[@Fawn62312]

You are very inspiring!

[@TheMennomilist]

"That is not my task" is very nice. I will say you use some phrases I have never even heard of these days, maybe because I am getting older like "flow state" and "soft girl" type of things. What is a "flow state?" Is it like "going with the flow" as my generation used to say?

[@IrisMori67]

Thank you! I wish I had your wisdom when I was your age... Can u share the bread recipe? Looks delicious ❤

[@chelseaa4728]

This was perfect timing for me, I will be rewatching this video and writing some things down, thank you! Also, would love to hear what the book about the brain is, that sounds fascinating.

[@truthseeker9075]

After watching this twice, I’m trying to understand what you meant by masculine? Vibes? Is it letting go of being in charge of things? Also, I would like more clarification on “flow state”. Please. Maybe I’m a slow learner 🤣🤣. I really want to grasp your concept. Blessings to you and thank you.

[@peacecourage5011]

I'd love to hear from women with Large families (I have 5 children) about minimalism. It's such a hard journey when everyone around me wants and needs new things all the time...

[@cadykelly247]

I have 4 children so I hear you on this. I think minimalism depends on the family. It’s defined by individual circumstances. We have a smaller home and we are not strict minimalists but try to embrace decluttering on a consistent basis. Moderation :)

[@riseshine5191]

Can you do a video on what you use to clean your home because I would love to get away from using chemical products

[@michelearsenault7054]

Love your videos takes me back to my seven years in Colorado through the 90s with my babies heavily committed to la leche league international a breast feeding organization where I could surrounded myself with like minded style wellness living Love from Florida 🏝️🌸😎

[@amandamorris4033]

Thanks Madi! ❤

[@michellepelkey51]

I do want my house empty of 90% of everything…. Honestly, I can’t find the energy to just do it. I NEED to just start in 1 room and go for it. It’s hard cause I really like a lot of my stuff… It’s a crazy bi polar situation in my head….

[@themellowmama]

flow state happens for me when I think about what June’s day is like … also when we get to talk 😂

[@codylee.w]

Thank you particularly for your latest videos ♥️ speaking to my heart

[@mjalphonse]

Hi Madisun! What is the book that you’re reading that you talked about dopamine? All of your recent videos have been inspiring me so much!

[@SexySlim-i3v]

Thanks for your advice😍 you been missing in action😆 and now we know why they MAD🤪 looking forward to more content but we appreciate when you do decide to post🤣

[@samanthaulm9792]

Great video! Can you share the link or recipe for the bread recipe?

[@1523meg]

I’d love to learn more about E.B. White with regard to slow work. Is there a certain book or bio you’d recommend on this topic? Btw, quite a few of your topics have helped me overcome some blocks I didn’t even know I had! Thank you!

[@dvg5241]

Can we only like your video just once?!! 😍

[@JoyousVibrantLiving]

Love your videos and your insight!

[@vanramalho]

Gratitude

[@sallyviehland6204]

Would you please explain a bit more what you mean by romanticizing a task - it sounds wonderful and like something I’d love to put into practice! Thanks for all you do!

[@terrisserose]

amazing, thank you

[@lizcuero9065]

Thank you for cleaning videos.❤❤❤❤

[@themellowmama]

OOF the worth of the day … chills

[@irieandites]

Thank you.

[@alexwegner4221]

This was a bit hard to hear, as a project manager I am split across 50 odd projects, and I have to block/timesheet my time, often in 5, 10, 15 minute intervals. So doing less isn't really an option there (but I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiment, which is why I'm here on this channel). The part about seeming things will take longer made me lol because I'm so used to high efficiency that I assume things will take less time. The phrase that really stuck out to me though was ''I think the point of productivity is to add meaning to our lives.'' It's something I agree with but never think about. I'm struggling at the moment to find meaning in my work, some days I do a million things and think 'what did I really do?'' I am considering a new job with a more manageable pace, and hopefully feels more meaningful. Obviously there is meaning in the opportunities that a job can bring to us, and I plan to use some of my savings for a long travel trip that I've been dreaming of. :) I am also trying to incorporate some of these tips outside of work, and have been trying to 'reset my nervous system' through small actions of intentional slow living.

[@lopezlaurasofia]

Beautiful

[@wilwassink5124]

Thanks!! I needed that😘

[@strahmstead]

You always mention so many books! I’d love a video all about books that have changed your life 🫶🏼

[@Chrissyhappy]

Thank you.❤

[@truthseeker9075]

Can anyone share the sour dough recipe for beginners?

[@themellowmama]

A moment for the lil Spanish guitar

[@gonniethomassen5096]

❤️

[@jessicafomiatti9413]

Your videos have changed my life thank you for being you 🤍

[@themellowmama]

the space… made you FACE … please let’s make either a rap about slow living and de-cluttering or some beat poetry

[@ssssssss570]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@gabrielleyadav3661]

❤❤

[@lynnhendley8910]

❤❤😊

[@BELLAGENEVIEVE-i3b]

You are such a blessing to me. Your videos are life changing 🤍 thank you ☺️

[@MadisunGray]

means so much, thank you!

[@kristenpotter4533]

Thank you, Maddie! Every time I watch your videos it just calms down my nervous system and reminds me to slow down. 🤍

[@pamelaflickinger2160]

❤