Living the simple life is hard.

[@dariobigord2826]

Being healthy and not having to impress anyone; to me, that's total freedom.

[@KTMNomad]

When you a healthy, you want a million things. When you aren't healthy...you only want one thing. You nailed it. Cheers!

[@turtleanton6539]

​@@KTMNomadyes😊

[@Mannie...]

I'm exactly on it... Keeping myself healthy as possible and besides My One World God I'm here to impress no one NO ONE. I love it.... Tried the stereo type life just so I won't feel what if. Learned lessons took responsibility and moved on to the only truth which is you will die one day and no one goes with you. Name that you worked to make all your life is called a body even by your children and spouse. So Live Full time. Travel 🧳 as much .

[@kmc1steelers998]

Absolutely 💯

[@mrshadow8096]

More freedom in more ways than one. Can’t get any more simple than that

[@socaloutdoors7355]

Simple Truth: EVERYONE IS WIRED DIFFERENT …. My Dad enjoys being a busy body…his wife enjoys sitting on the couch being stagnant . My neighbor loves having materialistic stuff, my other neighbor strives & enjoys being frugal. My aunt loves learning and still takes college classes into her late 60’s with absolutely no gain except her feeling of learning something new. Me, myself, I’d rather do manual labor over using my brain which seems way more exhausting..unlike my wife who’d prefer to use her brain over doing manual labor. The KEY is to NOT SELF SABOTAGE by VOLUNTARILY bringing UNNEEDED STRESS into your life.

[@bryanmelton5538]

You are correct my friend

[@Freshadventures_]

Being out in nature and away from society is so peaceful.

[@vincentb9159]

Yes it is!

[@joel5644]

I agree. A couple years ago I helped someone who had a hydroponic farm. He was selling his produce at a local farmer's market on the weekends so I was going to his place out in the countryside and helping him package it and bring it to market. I loved working out in the greenhouse and being away from the city sounds. It was peaceful and great.

[@margaretdoliet1630]

Right 🙌

[@TheGhanaVision]

Yes it is 👍🏾💕🇬🇭

[@TheGhanaVision]

@@joel5644beautiful ❤

[@drew1841]

I grew up with my mother constantly telling me “rich isn’t the person who has more, but the person who needs less”. There’s different ways to interpret this but it wasn’t until I was about 30 that I finally understood this saying. A similar quote that my father used to tell me is “the urge to buy will consume you”. Thanks mom & dad

[@TimothyWard]

Wise parents!

[@Cleanyourroom-yv1te]

Being poor is not having less, it’s wanting more -Seneca Funny all the variations of this timeless wisdom

[@kenny3269]

Love this. Very wise parents.

[@HLJlovejoy]

Love it!

[@alwaysbeyourself9328]

Puts new meaning to the word "consumer." Not that WE are consumers, but that a life filled with excess consumes US.

[@GodofWarChuka]

My goal is to keep simplifying my life and become more of a minimalist 👍

[@theronbutterfield3651]

Go for it. It is a life long process.

[@evinwhiteson4902]

I am hoarding food,materials,clothing etc. every chance I get. Looking at the past 4 years at age 60 I can say I am expecting total chaos in months not years. You will be the first wave that goes extinct as you will have nothing to sustaine you're life in what's next

[@GodofWarChuka]

@@evinwhiteson4902 I’m not going to lose sleep over it. Whatever happens, happens. God is in Control.

[@chrishart8548]

​@@GodofWarChukawe have got this far even if we die so what. We only need food and it grows everywhere. Make good friends stick together. Beg steal and borrow, negotiate. Whatever it takes, hording resources is how we got in this mess.

[@jl5034]

​@@evinwhiteson4902 sounds like you have ptsd. Let go and let God ❤

[@emmaafriyie5170]

Went to Ghana, bought a land, built my home, mortgage free, had a borehole installed so I have no water bill. Plan on getting some solar panels and starting my own micro enterprise selling items in a shop so I can really live on my own terms.

[@TimothyWard]

Sounds like an amazing life!

[@TheophilusJankeitey]

Welcome home, sir🎉

[@dboi4952]

I'm from Nigeria and about to go home and buy some acres and build a homestead. Grow some food, have some chickens and pigmy goats...it's the good life.

[@SuperDG333]

That’s what I’m talking about

[@foxywhitetip7387]

You can only do that in Ghana or Nigeria ???

[@michelleg1076]

You dont have to go to extremes living the simple life. Once you realize you dont need much in life to live comfortably it is so freeing.

[@DJ-kw6zk]

THIS. People often seem to think that 'living a simple life' or being a 'minimalist' means going to an extreme, where deprivation is a necessary result. That's not the point at all. It is simply a process of making decisions and forming behaviors where you make more room for more important things. Example: I simplified my life years ago by leaving social media (except for this YT platform). Leaving all that nonsense allowed more room & serenity in my psyche for friends, family, meaningful activities, etc.

[@TimothyWard]

Truth!

[@Jo.Raquel]

It’s so warming. No troubles, pain, conflict just comfort and you. I don’t shop until I need something. I don’t wear hand me downs but wear a style. Put together. I’m aiming for a more wardrobe essentials. Getting myself together at my own pace is better. I feel rushed when someone is around and tempting to spend high dollar amounts when I’m around others.

[@Jo.Raquel]

Human nature is funny. It’s based on I have to get, I need this when you don’t. People watching studiously whew people are a headache! Dealing with the public, omg! I want myself at the end of the day!

[@patriciabarton6373]

I agree!

[@ericcomp7032]

I enjoy driving the speed limit and often the car behind me is only 6ft away from my bumper and I think how grateful I am that I figured out that life is SO much better not being in a hurry. 😊

[@lalalalalalalala4264]

That's great, just don't drive slow on the fast lane. I can't stand people like that.

[@bu5761]

Same - makes me want to tear my rear view mirror off though with all of the frustration I see in it.

[@trulymagyar7169]

Yes, yes!! Me too! I am SOOOOO happy to hear someone else say this- I thought I was the only one!! You know what else I do? When they get close to my bumper, (if I'm on a long straightway and it's safe) I turn all my mirrors so I don't even see them behind me- it's AWESOME!! :)

[@bu5761]

@@trulymagyar7169 if they’re too close and being all impatient I use my windshield washer, works better the faster you’re going 🤭

[@Crook3d_GT]

Just stay out of the left lane please, it's actually against the law to hold up other cars in the left lane and it's really selfish

[@raziax9603]

Finding peace should be the ultimate goal in this existence.

[@ErikamGar]

Thats actually a state of happiness😊 it is when you find serenity even in hard times.

[@alaysiakayebutler6299]

And overcoming issues that hinder your ability to function in your own skin, and be a productive evolving person

[@kevinvlavonou9387]

very well said

[@kelb6073]

Something I learned the older I get is A LOT of people need drama and chaos. I think they don't want to have to think about what is going on in the world or their past or something so they need to be involved in everyone's business and always need to be thinking about the next thing rather than sitting and like, just existing for a day.

[@joshuagalactica4468]

My God your speaking real problems. People love drama, and shit. No one actually seems to like just doing their thing and be chill. This is coming from restaurant work for me. Gossip and rumors are stupid things stupid people do. If you do it don't be surprised when quality workers quit or don't come back.

[@Zoet50]

I found this to be true. I walk 6 miles every day early morning . People always want to walk with me. I don’t like to be rude but I like the solitude of my walks. Good people want to walk with me, but most don’t enjoy the present. People in general bring up drama, politics, purchases , work etc etc.

[@jl5034]

"just existing for a day" 😅 awesome quote!

[@TimothyWard]

100% agree!

[@m1thomas1]

My thoughts exactly!

[@Megan_307]

It seems life has turned into something like processed foods. Instead of just simply eating an apple it has to be boiled, puréed, add sugar, add preservatives and coloring, send it through a package line, and voila you have applesauce (and that’s probably a simplified version). I’ll just eat the apple, lol. I love your message. Simple is good!

[@TimothyWard]

I love that: ‘just eat the apple’. So simple, yet so powerful.

[@Zizzyyzz]

Nice analogy!

[@paraguaymike5159]

This man knows the truth. Most people will never accept that truth.

[@TheGhanaVision]

I have live a simple life for years then I moved to Ghana and lived in a village for 3 years and loved it

[@andrewminjiras5745]

I accept his ideas and premises. Makes great sense to me.

[@rwdchannel2901]

I'm 43 years old and am not married with children. My life has been hard enough trying to survive single. I don't own a house and rent a small room. A lot of people would probably think my life is boring. After all I've seen and done in life I'd say being bored is a luxury. There's no reason to complicate my life. If I had a kids and ended up divorced that would be a lot worse than my life right is right now. I've got a lot to lose too if I got married and divorced. My freedom is one of the most important things to me.

[@robertworton2394]

I’m 43 and single no kids and rent a room too. I work as a courier and things are pretty basic in my life and it suits me

[@ChrisP-in8qr]

nah, Kids are a blessing. If your big worry is that you would have to pay child support then that's just money. having descendants who care and love you is an incredible gift. your 43 and still have time. but just imagine dying alone at 73. screw that. have kid's or a kid. your 43, it's time man.

[@robertworton2394]

@@ChrisP-in8qr dude I can barely afford rent every month how am I supposed to support a child. And child support means failed marriage which also means the kid suffers

[@ChrisP-in8qr]

@robertworton2394 when you have a kid it you quit thinking about yourself and you'll find a way to make more money. I'm not saying a kid will fix your issue. But they are a blessing. Your 43, idk your life story but I've talked to guys in there 50s and 60s and they have regretted not having kids. Maybe you won't. Idk. I'm not sure how much you make, but if you can barley afford rent, then you definitely need some change. Whether, moving to a lower cost of living city, a better paying job. You definitely can't keep doing this. It's getting you no where. I say that not as an attack but being helpful

[@ChrisP-in8qr]

@smallhouseinthemeadow6131 I do not live in a state of fear which it sounds like you do. Wars and plagues have been goingnon for thousands of years and people still have kids. Perhaps if you are good to your children and raise them godley the chances of them ditching you are far less in terms of percentage

[@rcaive0875]

In my teens/20s, impressing people with flashy stuff was almost an obsession with me, and it made my life incredibly stressful. About 20 years ago, I had a sort of "awakening" and I took a much more utilitarian approach to buying stuff and got rid of the BS. I only buy what I need and look at them as tools, not possessions. My phone and laptop are old, but they're still good communication/information tools. My car is old but it's still a good transportation tool. Everything in my life is equipment to help me, not flash to impress people. My life has been 1000% better since.

[@beaulieuc8910]

exactly. My family were comfortable off as a child, we had assets but we always had a simple car that did what it needed to do ie carry farm stuff, it was never stolen. saying that, I hated the leather seats in the summer lol Cars are a lot more comfortable now. I live on the same farm and don't have a car anymore, even though my mother things it makes me look poor on my bike, but my bike gives me exercise and is pretty much free apart from a bit of maintenance. It helps me socialise while I am on th ebike

[@Herpetile]

One of the few people offering a decent solution to our terrible societal problems.

[@appreciativecat12]

So true!!

[@JayThe0]

Tim- I did it. I’m 95 days sober!! You’re a part of my journey. I got the water always on deck from you!

[@TimothyWard]

That’s awesome! Congratulations! I’m humbled to have played a small part in your journey!

[@GaiaNaVi]

YES! Keep going. Everyday counts. Good luck. 🎉❤

[@goombah226]

Good 4 you! One day at a time. Be prepared to lose some of your unsober "friends." As time passes you may find that you just don't have anything in common with them.

[@MrDepodot7]

stay with it amigo! 25 years without the hard stuff, 15 without the booze, 3 years with ZERO nicotine. It gets so much smoother when you get off of that Rocky road and get back onto the pavement. As one of Tim's listeners I am proud as heck you came this far! ❤

[@carojames6776]

C ONGRATULATIONS !!!!!¡!¡!

[@Uncommonuser-ms9fw]

I have lived a life of feeling worthless if I'm not busy. I'm finally letting that go. Your videos are helpful for this.

[@jl5034]

Same here! The feeling of guilt was overwhelming. But we're human beings not human doings. I feel better everyday about just being. 🙏

[@TheApeWonder]

I can relate. I’ve worked in IT/tech until 7 months ago when the company went bankrupt. A great career with good pay. Now we have a recession and I can’t get “back in the game”. Got no job, a mortgage, two kids and a wife. Having an identity crisis now since I picture my career validates me. Thankfully my wife and kids don’t think so. Yet I don’t know what to do now. I want a simpler life where I don’t care what other people are chasing or compare to those. I just want to be thankful with what I have but I struggle with this. My brain is wired weird, I know.

[@m1thomas1]

@@TheApeWonder You will figure it out. As you make moves to simplify and destress your life, your mind will start to shift. If you are worrying about what other people think, I guarantee once you do it and they see how at peace you are, they will secretly wish they could do the same.

[@victoriadove3363]

🎉🎉🎉🎉 right🎉🎉🎉

[@taurahelms3068]

So true. I found peace getting rid of toxic people.

[@ski8799]

My co-workers are always adding to their homes… All of their weekends are filled with construction projects - major projects too. I am happy in my apartment and they always ask me what my plans are and I tell them, this is it…. They don’t understand it, get off of the tread mill people

[@beaulieuc8910]

brilliant. my wealthy neighbours are always doing construction projects, they have loads of kids and keep wanting to expand their property. They are solicitors and even they said we don't know whether they can afford it yet they waste money on an expensive status cars. They chose to buy an expensive heritage house that has so many expensive conservation area type rules, the planners are a nightmare and seem to allow them to building as if it it was not a heritage status house. I would rather save for retirement than waste money on unnecesary construction

[@Mavkelley]

Tim, I never shared this with you but I will now. I worked and lived in a large city for countless years, in highly stressful profession. I also had many personal possessions…6 properties, 2 paid for cars and a FT, very busy job. Many things pushed me into a new life, including watching your videos. Eventually I sold the properties, sold a car, downsized tremendously…to a 5x5 storage unit. I left my previous state after 20 years with a carryon and a backpack to travel the world slowly! What happened by default is that I create a whole new life for myself, beginning with where I live, what I drive, and the work that I do. I wake each morning and just smile in amazement! That’s what watching your videos have done for me. P.S. Also no credit card debt or student loans! I truly feel free!

[@UTP504]

Awesome, sounds like true FREEDOM.

[@BatmanBeyondBelief]

Cant wait to be debt free. I ran away from home chasing a life where i am in the cycle of barely making it. Id rather be home and debt free so that i can do whatever i need to in 10 years

[@hannathehappynomad]

Exactly my plan when my kids grow up. Sounds amazing❤ Tim helps with encouragement for sure!

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you for sharing your story! That is truly amazing! To give up so much materially, and I’m sure people thought you were crazy, that takes courage. And I’m so happy it’s worked out for you like you knew it would. I feel so blessed that my videos could play a part in helping you make your transition.

[@Mavkelley]

⁠​⁠@@TimothyWardno, I don’t believe they thought I was crazy. Once I left the state where I was born and moved to the other state where I lived for over 20 years, I think they felt I knew what I was doing. For me, life felt heavy. I felt that all the “stuff” that I had accumulated, no one helped to manage or pay for any of it, so I did not share too much information with them…they were in another state and were not invested. Sometimes the less you share or share as needed. I only shared it when I landed and the picture looked better:) I also know other people where I work who have followed you too:). You’re making an impact!

[@farmhouseonthemountain]

Whenever I've said that I really don't have much for goals or ambitions, most people have thought I'm being glib or self depracating. I'm not, I'm just content and I think our current culture is afraid of contentment.

[@jaytaylor1885]

thats a great point, seems when peoples lives are going to good, they have to add things to make it harder, , they just cant be content and peaceful

[@TimothyWard]

I agree!

[@mackc.8849]

I think there are several layers of conditioning that has happened here in the U.S. I believe there's a lot of indirect and direct messaging that conveys that you aren't "thriving" if you aren't ambitious or on a tract to acquire something or achieve something society deems as worthy/valuable. And that the opposite of this is laziness, crazy and/or a level of contentedness that has a significant negative connotation.

[@AccidentalCarnivore-ul3kg]

Growing up within the MATRIX has all of us brainwashed. We are educated to believe that materialism defines one’s worth. It’s difficult to dismantle all of that rubbish that I was programmed to believe. 😢

[@JesusChrist13-666]

There’s nothing wrong with wanting nice things and wanting to constantly improve and achieve. If you look around us life is so much better than what it used to be. Nowadays we have planes we have beautiful boats beautiful cars phones if you don’t like those things than yea that’s pretty weird. Some people I mean love just being in nature and just living I guess and looking at nature or whatever. But most people want to achieve and make there life’s better. And yea that’s the reason we’re even talking to eachother from across the world on KZbin. Because of people with drive and ambition and vision. Basicly some people are lazy and some people have ambition and vision and drive. The ones with ambition and drive and vision they make the most money and are able to own the nicest things in this life. And funnily enough girls a lot of the time love those types of men cause yea those characteristics are awesome. Nature and enjoying beautiful scenery and all that is beautiful and awesome also but achieving and yea bettering yourself and your situation that brings me happiness also foreel. Whoever you watch and learn from or the people your around you become like them so becareful who you watch and all that cause yea you become who you watch and hang around.

[@midheaven_mimi]

Difficult but not impossible

[@SavageSnake135]

The sad thing is people dont even realize theyre brain washed. Hopefully they wake up to the fact.

[@AccidentalCarnivore-ul3kg]

@PowderedVoltage - Great point! ❤️

[@cliffkonkle3467]

Truth

[@vincentb9159]

Nothing is more peaceful in life than the beauty of nature. I like taking long walks through the forests. I enjoy looking at beautiful flowers of all sorts, trees, insects, lakes, etc.

[@margaretdoliet1630]

Me too 🙂

[@jl5034]

Are you able to grow your own garden? We love interacting and caring for our trees and plants. ❤

[@vincentb9159]

@@jl5034 Unfortunately, I am not able to grow my own garden. I reside in an apartment.

[@jl5034]

@@vincentb9159 I see. There are community gardens in some places. I've also seen people on KZbin who garden on other people's lawns with their permission. Good luck to you. 🙏❤️

[@vincentb9159]

@@jl5034 Thank you and I appreciate your response.

[@20maxilo]

This is why I watch this channel. to simplify my life. Last 4 years have been tough for me. I had to change careers and I was stubborn af about being a teacher, Now I decided to take a lower paying job and than buy a used car. I think I just want to simplify my life and not have anything. I chased the wrong things my whole life. I should of really done this at 25 and my life would of been so peaceful

[@Job.Well.Done_01]

I’m 43. I served in the military, graduated from college after, worked my butt off after. Went through a divorce and it basically set me back five years. I feel like I didn’t do things right and I was chasing the dream of stability when it all crashed and burned. I can relate in a way to what you’re saying. I feel like a huge failure after my divorce and wish I never got married.

[@jl5034]

Wow! Me too! I quit 2 yrs ago and I don't regret it. I'm thankful I was able to get out of that horrible career.😅 I had to sell my house and relocate to a cheaper state. All worth it.

[@jl5034]

​@@Job.Well.Done_01I'm sorry you had to go through that. My partner and I went through the same experience respectively. You will see that everything that happens, happens for your highest good. You just graduated from one of the many lessons in life. What helped me was support groups and spiritual groups. What helped my partner was meet up groups and staying with family. See what things interest you now that you're free.🎉

[@prettylady818]

Try to go easy on yourself. You learned a better way to live that feels right for you right now, so focus on that.

[@20maxilo]

@@Job.Well.Done_01 lots of people wished they didnt get married

[@newdiffrentbetter]

I love my simple life 😌 and the best thing I've done, which you mentioned, is removing people that don't bring me happiness - including family.

[@ronnihatcher295]

Modern life is so overwhelming. I have always couldn't stand it. Growing up I couldn't explain people thought I was shy, but I wasn't I just was overwhelmed all the time. So many hoops to do something.

[@jonathanjacobs8989]

We are the same

[@jw1874]

I actually had people get pissed off that when I told them I don’t want to work anymore because it was taking time away from the things I love to do and time away from being around close ones. Why keep working for things you just going to either forget about or get rid of in a few years after toiling to get it in the first place . Not worth getting degraded by bosses that won’t degrade you in the streets but feel they can talk to you any kind of way in the four walls of a building you work at

[@beaulieuc8910]

brilliant, agreed, employers are brutal and treat you like a child

[@VETERANS1ST]

I hate that I've spent so much money on material crap over the last few years and I finally realize I don't need none of it. Eventually I will do a whole lot of donating

[@SuperPenguin5495]

c0v!d really put a lot of people in spending spree, panic mode. I've got a lot of food that went to the food bank

[@poolpartyshows2862]

I need some help@vet

[@dblaze9757]

“Just because someone is family doesn’t mean they have to be in your life”. 💯 I was brought up in a toxic dysfunctional family and always wondered why I felt like crap, I was the scapegoat. I woke up one day and said to hell with all that crap. 5 years going strong. Healthy and drama free ✌️

[@nomzamojoyisa]

Last year I toke the most hardest decision of my life.I decided to leave my toxic family with no funds,no back up whatsoever and let me tell you it was the best decision I have ever made😊

[@karenpny]

You’re so right about the powers that be making it seem like deprivation. Consumerism. I live a very simple life, minimalism. It's peaceful.

[@Josee1120]

Sorry I pressed the thumbdown battons by mistake

[@thefeminineenergy]

When your life is focused on achieving and getting things, you deprive yourself of your most precious asset: the present moment. Your are never enjoying your life in the now, paying attention to the birds singing, the sunset, how the warm water in the shower feels in your skin, the laughter of your children, etc. your mind is always somewhere else in what you don’t have and want. That’s the real hamster wheel. So much better to live simply, surrounded by nature that nurtures you and enjoying the now. I love my walks in nature, they are my walking meditation! 😊

[@madfoxcityemnau6414]

Agreed, we're human beings not squirrels

[@paulaemm]

This was like sitting on the porch with a good friend and having a nice, deep chat. Very comforting.

[@emdieselify]

I’ve noticed when I keep it simple, I find more joy in the moment and in every day life. Don’t complicate things. Don’t compare your journey to others. We have so much brother, stay grateful and count your blessings. We are living in a turbulent world

[@Omonike88]

Since becoming debtfree, selling the house of fifteen years, in the throes of simplifying my life. I live below my means. Drastically cutting hours at work. I'm looking to volunteer to feed the hungry again as of tomorrow. I just want to eat healthy to reverse type two diabetes and travel international once a year. Collect small plants. That's simplicity to me.🌅

[@victoriasage7]

You can beat diabetes. Don’t use google to do your research though

[@jl5034]

That sounds amazing! Barbara O'Neill has KZbin vids on reversing diabetes. Best of luck to you 🙏

[@TimothyWard]

Sounds like a very fulfilling life!

[@JetJ321]

Ceylon cinnamon for diabetes.

[@victoriasage7]

If you’re gonna google reversing any disease, you can’t use google because they will lead you in the wrong direction

[@wonderingthoughts926]

Two years ago, I got rid of an expensive car (on a lease) for a much cheaper car (on a lease), a friend of mine couldn't believe that I was prepared to 'go backwards' in life. The conversation has come up again with him since I told him I'm getting rid of the lease car as I no longer drive much and buying just an old used car. It just shows that he sees material things as to how well you're doing in life, my life is better now than two years ago, but according to the many I've gone backwards!

[@YuckFoutube-e1z]

They will get it one day, or not. Don't let it worry you. What people think about you has no impact on your life at all.

[@beatrixbrennan1545]

I went from having a nice leased car to no car. I don't work so I don't really need one. I'm saving a grand a month in payments, gas and insurance costs. I just use my bf car if I need it. So much less stress and in the occasional moment that I miss my own car, the above benefits outweigh the negatives 100-1.

[@johnbanwell]

This man has his shit together. Makes a lot of sense.

[@beaulieuc8910]

I needed to hear this today. I live in a comfortaby off area (though I live simple) and I look at people's vegetable garden and it is totally overgrown as they were too busy working and chasing other staff. they don't walk their dogs as they are too busy chasing stuff, dog is just left in the garden to bark

[@crazydogladyy]

I started to simplify my life 11 months ago. Downsized to a much smaller studio from a 3 bedroom house. Now saving 19k per year in living expenses. Got rid of most of my posessions. I feel so much lighter! The journey is still continuing as I plan to simplify further. I just want a peaceful life. Work less and live more intentionally.

[@TimothyWard]

That’s awesome Sharon! And those savings are amazing. It’s always good to hear from someone intentionally living life.

[@crazydogladyy]

@@TimothyWard Thank you 😀...I just stopped one day and asked myself why I was killing myself working so hard to pay such high rent along with the associated costs and work of maintaining a traditional house...I am so glad I took some risks and made changes in my life. My savings are now growing for the first time in years! I am a lot calmer, less stressed and life has slowed down with fewer responsibilities at home. I am finding my peace at last.

[@johncole3010]

After living 20 years in the same spot, Im in agreement with your lifestyle. Most of what I have was second hand through market place or the thrift store. Repurposing these resources has allowed me to remodel a property on my own schedule. Im happy in a small cozy cabin at 58 doing God’s will. My vehicles are old but look brand new and I have taught myself to be thankful for the little blessings, understanding that blemishes on things is a medal to living life in it’s fullest. Now ( as I grow older) I have a focus on making less more as I clean up and organize the clutter.Relationships and experience of life in nature are far more important than conquering the status quo lifestyle to have the best technology molded from shiny plastic. Thanks for sharing and may you continue to bless others .

[@yolondawilliams5078]

I sew and knit my own clothes. I read and listen to podcast or watch youtube. I garden, crochet, draw, and paint. I take walks around the neighborhood when the weather permits me to. I've done all these things since I was a kid. I guess I was living the simple life and didn't even know it.

[@juliedrakeArtist]

You sound just like me. I love my simple life ❤

[@Sonhendoluq]

I’ve definitely been simplifying my life. Still paying off debt for things I didn’t care about but once that’s done I can truly be at peace.

[@generator6946]

Freedom, liberation IS the reward of Simplicity. The ability to just skip 99% of The Trap…so satisfying.

[@rossbrockway2996]

I’m living an ever more simple life now. I used to believe I had to get my PhD to matter or be some big personality that amused everyone or offered wisdom but I’ve found that it was utterly exhausting trying to meet such lofty standards. Now, I am learning that a grounded simple life is what I’ve always truly desired and life has aided me for the past 20 years in divorcing me from the excess . I still have times where I feel restless and wonder ,”Am I crazy for not wanting all this stuff and lofty dreams?!” But it’s less and less. Bless you all who have the courage and love of self to live simply!

[@jl5034]

Sounds wonderful! How did you get to that conclusion? Do you follow a spiritual or religious path? Ty

[@MatthewLong811]

I’m almost 20! The main reason why I don’t want a simple life is because I want to be wealthy. I want kids in the future and my dad got dementia when I was 15 and we were homeless for 3 months and were still very poor. I want to hustle and get into real estate so I don’t have to worry and can be at peace mentally about if I get dementia (runs in my family) and I want to have fun and leave my kids with real estate so they also don’t have to worry! The meaning is a lot more than money even though money is why I’m hustling.

[@MastaJP]

*Money buys us comfort. It can make a person happy for a moment. But money will never lead a person to joy and oeace.The joy and peace is within us...*

[@aneeka7]

You are absolutely right. I’m transitioning to a simple life and it feels so true to who I am.

[@fespinosa434]

I have worked all my life, gone through a divorce, gotten remarried. I also have three daughters , two who have gotten a degree and one that is starting college. I worked to save a 401k that will probably las into my eighties. In these recent weeks by knee has given me problems and I feel that I'm done with the work I been doing. It's hard for me to get up and find the will to go out and push my body to do this. I am 53 years old and don't care for anything too extreme as far as cars and such. I'm ready to move to my house in Puerto Vallarta and really start living. I guess this is why I find your words very compelling and comforting. Thank you.

[@TimothyWard]

Head to PV! Enjoy the fruits of all your hard work!

[@christopherbrubaker2070]

No pressure to perform or provide is a blessing. IS THE BLESSING. 😊

[@nawafalfaify4066]

Am a Muslim and my religion was always telling me to not care about this life and focus on the other life, I used to think that I want to be an artist and choose my own path in life and not follow other’s but I realised I don’t want to be a professional artist I just do it for love not money, and I don’t have to discipline myself or be working every single day just to something this is NOT what I want my life, that’s why I started this mindset that I do not care about this life and what I will be in it, I just want to have fun and focus on the afterlife because our time here is temporary don’t give it too much attention focus on the eternal life, as long as you have the basics food water shelter clothes you literally have it all.

[@abdelraouftria4247]

true brother.

[@WoWCity]

Indeed. Slow and simple is a recipe for a delicious life just like a tender pot roast or juicy smoked bbq brisket. It is the why of what we are going after is what we need to focus on. I love walking, cooking, singing, bicycling, and nature.

[@1kidnamedfinger]

I love your channel! Im a 19 year old woman and all i want to do is walk in nature just like you for the rest of my life. I seriously cannot think of ANYTHING in life i want, i just want a simple life and just to be with nature 🍃. You are living my dream life.

[@jl5034]

Have you heard of Peace Pilgrim? She did what you want to do. She's a great inspiration to me.

[@pedroroque829]

Me too, I'm 23 and just wanna live in nature.

[@TimothyWard]

Glad to hear you already know what you want to do at a young age. Now you can spend the rest of your life doing it! 👍🏾

[@1kidnamedfinger]

@@jl5034 i haven't heard of her. i will check her out.

[@SpicyPunkRockerOfficial]

You’re a national treasure Tim. God Bless

[@CaptPicard81]

As long as I have food,shelter, and clothing, the only extras I need are a library card and the internet and I’ll be happy

[@darinhoward7156]

I feel you man, you take the words out of my brain. I live a simple and boring life in nature and a spend 0 dollars to do it, now I'm as relaxed and happier than I have ever been.

[@Kita730]

This feels like a breath of fresh air.

[@wildgardenboy]

Absolutely Brilliant! You are so articulate. I love it when someone comes along that can put what so many of the rest of us are thinking into words so eloquently--a gift I've always wished I had. I am living the simple life. I'm single, no kids, live with my mother. We don't get too mixed up in socializing or extended family. I live well below my means and just negotiated working only 1200 hrs (about 60% time) with my boss...for a higher hourly wage! I have to confess it can be hard though. I often envy the people that have an obvious and definite purpose in life by raising kids--that's what they live for. Without that, you've got to get a little more creative.

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you for sharing! I hope you and your Mother have an amazing 2025!

[@dawnnichols7742]

Simple doesn't mean easy. It's work and joy in it that brings joy.

[@shiptj01]

I heard that, homes. I live a simple life. I live in a one bedroom apartment and I buy what I need. People might think that I'm depriving myself, but I never worry about living above my means and I am not one paycheck away from not having any money. I'm over what the Matrix thinks about how I should be living my life. LOL

[@Earthtime3978]

You have to work a lot years to get in a good position to not worry about money, unless you’re born into bucks. I’m living a simple life but it’s on a fixed income. Mixed feelings.

[@eveleynce]

I'm simplifying as much as I reasonably can right now. Thanks to some of your videos, it's finally settled in emotionally that I don't HAVE to do the things people expect of me, and I don't HAVE to pursue a higher income if it won't be worth the work and stress. I do plan on getting a higher income, but for material reasons (I don't want to be renting forever, especially with a dependent that I care for) rather than because people expect me to.

[@gr8myndmuzic]

When I talk about working smart, a lot of people look at me like I’m talking in hieroglyphics or something lol. When you simplify your life, you are able to really enjoy the “little things” and…you’re able to put more of your time, effort and energy towards the things that truly matter to you. Most people are really busy, but not necessarily productive. They’ve over complicated their lives and normalized it, and think something is wrong with you for not wanting to be that way, it’s crazy.

[@Whoofwhoof444]

I moved off grid and live in a rain forest and couldn’t be happier! Great content!!

[@TimothyWard]

That sounds awesome!

[@troymacneil5766]

When a person simplifies their life, they will realize how rich they really are. There is wisdom when God says to be content with ur pay and having clothing, shelter and food.

[@Earthtime3978]

Yes there’s something to that. But God also says if you don’t work you don’t eat. I know what you’re saying, it’s just that for me at 60, I have a simple life but very little money which can cause stress.

[@pattyfarrington8345]

I could sit next to you for hours,not speaking..reading a book..and feel so relaxed. Talk whenever too. One introvert to another,hello❗️❗️❗️🙂❗️

[@TimothyWard]

Hello! 👋🏾

[@beccadantzler7217]

I've always said, nobody is looking at you. lol do what makes you happy and dont worry about anyone else. I have not simplified my life as much as you have, but I think the time is nearing, now that my daughter is married and on her own. Now its time to think about working towards simplifying my life even more. Thank you for your videos. Very empowering.

[@TimothyWard]

Wow! Wasn’t expecting see a comment from you lol. And yes, I remember you always saying that. Honestly, it’s one of the best pieces of advice I’ve gotten. Hope you are doing well. And thanks for the update on your daughter, I’m glad to hear she’s found love. Good hearing from you and thanks for the kind words.

[@beccadantzler7217]

@@TimothyWard I'm glad you are doing good as well 🙂 I'm happy someone listens to my advice lol. keep living the dream!

[@nickysunshine8734]

I agree! A simple Life…is a Rich Life to me! Rich in my Mental Health, Rich in My Physical Health, Rich in exploring new places 🌎 and Rich in my Soul ❤… I’m not interested in the chase for materialistic things. One way I simplified my life was in January I paid off for my car. No more car payments and shopped around for the cheapest car insurance 😂. In the future when I run this car to it’s last breath 😅…is to buy a used car cash. I’m slowly getting rid of monthly payments that I can get rid of.

[@richhuntsd12]

Hi Timothy. I enjoyed your video. I have a fairly complicated life style but I must say, I believe that’s what keeps me happy and motivated. I have simplified to an extent, self employed with “ no employees “. 20 plus years ago my wife and I got rid of our network and or dish TV. Wow, what a blessing. Now we have a dvd collection and only watch what we want when we want. Pretty interesting perspective you have. Sounds like it’s working for you, I wish you the best of luck!

[@elenakrasnova2880]

Man, you’re so right, Timothy! I totally agree with you. People have been programmed to live life in an extremely complicated way. But the reality is that this way of living is totally redundant.

[@docdmitch1380]

My life is complex and chaotic as a result of my choices. I made dramatic decisions based upon my ego that have added layers of complexity and exposure to even more liabilities. I turn 49 yrs old soon. I had achieved most of my professional and financial goals at 46 years old. I didn't know what do next so I very quickly dismantled it all to create the chaos which apparently I'm accustomed to. Truly crazy. Probably some midlife crisis sh*t I know it will take years to set all this right even if I were to rewire my thinking. Simplifying my life is a definitely goal. If I don't achieve it at least it was a good wild ride! Thx for posting the vid.

[@michellethepegman]

All I REALLY want out of this life is love and peace. So so easy to get wrapped up in everything else.

[@gailseraneau6143]

I enjoyed your video! I have simplified my life. Relocated to the Caribbean after a lifetime in corporate America. Now, a joyful entrepreneur on the beach, humbled & full of gratitude🙏🏾

[@TimothyWard]

Sounds like a really enjoyable life!

[@paulampaquette]

Thank you. Great conversation. I am absolutely simplifying my life. Time to live and not just planning to live. Time to quit all the complicated. Yay.

[@wendywilson-fall3973]

I work on simplifying by checking withy myself every 2 weeks. I throw things away, I meditate, I listen to music, and work on practicing gratitude. I have fun now throwing things away and clearing my life.

[@seekgodfirstallways8798]

Tim..I love the way you make issues less complicated.. 😊 Your so cool..and calm..🙏🏽 God bless you! ❤😁🌳🌻

[@TheSpanish99]

I totally identify myself with you Tim, I consider myself a full minimalist, everything I own fits in a suitcase, no car, no house, no wife or kids, money invested and freedom, focusing on health and inner peace, let's keep walking through this planet we temporarily call home ❤

[@smann7236]

What's your job? And do you ever get lonely?

[@UTP504]

Your last sentence❤️💯

[@TimothyWard]

We’ll definitely keep walking my friend!

[@TheSpanish99]

@smann7236 I work as a welder in the mining industry in Australia, I fly to Asia on my weeks off work, I engage with people all the time, I don't feel lonely, I'm 40 now, I'm planning to work for another two years in this industry, after that perhaps work only two months a year if I need to. Are you on a similar journey?

[@smann7236]

@@TheSpanish99 not yet but I wish I can someday. I'm looking for advice I guess. So you work as welder, I'm guessing it's high salary? Is it difficult to become welder? Also in regards to financial independence do you invest in index funds?

[@yvettemuise]

He is SO right. I retired. Been living in the old homestead for 15 yrs , after more than 20 yrs in a big city. Several past years I’ve lived alone. I’m healthy and AM HAPPIER than I have ever been. Simplify Simplify Simplify

[@Laurar35]

I agree with you. I retired 2 1/2 yrs ago @56. I find joy not going to work ! LOL! But seriously i enjoy my daily walks, playing with the dog , journaling, doing regular old house chores and just being happy to be alive. My husband is retiring end of this month , so we will be traveling in our camper and seeing more nature too!

[@helencooper821]

Dear Timothy I love your podcast…… life is so complex. I am living a life of meditation and I am an art therapist. Everything you say resonates with me. I have beautiful friends… not that much money but I don’t care. I am optimistic and grateful for almost every moment. The simple life is a spiritual experience. Helen

[@TimothyWard]

Nice to meet you Helen!

[@helencooper821]

Yes, I feel we are brainwashed as we grow up to go for material things which apparently will make us happy. I feel loving relationships are the answer based on love ❤️….. have a great week! Helen

[@JannellsLIFE]

The simple life is the only way I live!!!!

[@sihaves8808]

I completely agree. I hold myself back as I have a wife and son who are wonderful and loving but don't share my interests in the simple life. I take responsibility because there are positive acts I could do but I put off. I certainly could be a better example than what I am currently.

[@manuelocampo7285]

Tim knows exactly what we all are afraid of admitting. Lets just be honest.

[@victorygarden556]

?

[@TheMeanGirlz]

@@victorygarden556did you find your answer??💋💋💋

[@Earthtime3978]

that it’s takes money to live the simple life unless you’re going for the ‘in the woods guy’ style.

[@RahulVarshney956]

15:59 suburban off grid for the win! My dad wants me to put in a drip system , the one we have is already broken. I’m following Gary’s gardening channel and learning the ways of Bonsai! Sand! Clay! Moss! Passive technologies always superior in the long run. Once we sure up our base, we can play with active technologies as a “bonus.” But we should always embrace ancient practices that work without electricity, it takes stress off the grid and also stress off ourselves for having to worry what happens when the grid goes down!

[@mattrexing]

The simplest things are the best. My wife and I really enjoy our time together for as many sunsets as possible. Much love, and thanks for all your insight Tim

[@Christian-qu9ml]

Hard times create intelligent revolutionaries. 👊

[@vikingstorm32]

I quit my job, stopped answering phone calls and texts from non family, and stopped drinking. I have been doing this for over a year and am finally running out of money, but it was definitely worth doing. I just wanted to get rid of all stress and sort of reboot my life. Now it's time to go back to the grind and start making money again lol

[@Earthtime3978]

Except for the drinking which I stopped 28 years ago, I did the same thing at age 57. As you said, the money runs out or gets tight in my case (living on SSDI and a mega small pension). You sound younger than me (now 60), I hope you find that balance.

[@deannabaidoo7269]

Life is simple we’re the ones who complicate it. This is my first time seeing you, and I was shocked to hear that others are thinking and living as I am. I love traveling. I work for self and love traveling. I say to others, live life and be happy. Let your Peace be Still !!

[@patrickbateman161]

So much truth in this video. As always, your wisdom is much appreciated.

[@andreachumley2247]

Tim, I have been watching your videos for about a year now and I just wanted to let you know that I love them. Sending peace and love your way for a great 2025 ✌ ❤

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you! I really appreciate the positive feedback! 👍🏾 I hope you have an amazing 2025 as well!

[@donthill8981]

The real G, back with another one

[@claudiaclark6162]

Just thinking about clutter is exhausting and how it is always in the way. Big houses add up to more clutter.

[@tubadurantdoda]

When I was at university, overwhelmed with college studies, I used to think about the same things and I used to envy prehistoric times when our lecturers mentioned how simplistic their lives were. I would often feel some yearning for nature and simplicity.. Some things just felt so unnecessary and artificial to me. I remember my friends talking about how Denmark decided to reduce working hours to 6 instead of 8 and I thought how fruitful it'd be to work less and have more time to rest and do all the other things people want to do. However, the slavery system never wants to allow that easily. They don't want us to have the time to think through all of this. This year was a celebrity exposee year for instance. All the people that they polished up and sold to us turned out to be monsters or the abused ones behind closed doors. There remains one question now, how long will we continue to put these people into pedestals and how long will we continue to give our self-power to this system?

[@TimothyWard]

Those are great question. I hope to get to see them answered one day.

[@tubadurantdoda]

@@TimothyWard thank you 😊

[@ravindramehta9087]

Yes, getting rid of unnecessary items and Donating

[@sbe112]

I don’t usually comment under videos but I just need to say that your videos bring me so much comfort. Everytime i watch one of your videos i feel this instant relief. I feel understood. Thank you Timothy for helping people with your videos in this blinded, money driven, capitalistic society. Let’s all try to live a simple life and be happy with not much

[@TimothyWard]

So glad to hear that my videos are helpful to you! I'm humbled.

[@sbe112]

@@TimothyWard 🙏🏻

[@thecrypto-naute4965]

I am a single female who is presently in the process of simplifiying my life, so that I can live life. Your video gave me inspiration and helped me to better understand why I am driven to live a simpler life. Thanks! 🥰

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck with your simplifying process. I’m glad my video could help 👍🏾

[@showcaserome]

It feels great being a minimalist

[@TimothyWard]

I agree!

[@oliverugwu8203]

You are full of wisdom. Remain blessed!

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you. Blessings to you too!

[@anatolyloegering547]

Amen brother! I am starting a new book in my life where I am going to live the way that actually makes me happy!

[@manout3372]

My friend, you are the wisest man on KZbin!

[@TimothyWard]

😂😂 Thank you!

[@lr5439]

I agree, I started simplifying my life 2 years ago. I started with family and friends and it has been a AWESOME decision. I travel more and spend time with my husband and children 💕 Joy

[@sibzwerx1969]

my biggest life simplification was quitting home ownership... a close second was quitting alcohol...

[@twanyfolk219]

I’m going through this right now I dnt want to compete in the rat race anymore I’m definitely going to figure out exactly what I want in life. Not material stuff or things I’ve been programmed to think I need, but actually what makes me happy. Debt free and decent credit is probably better than being rich these days