unconventional habits that bettered our lives ft.

IG: / rowenatsai | Habits that changed our lives but make it unconventional, featuring one of my fave humans to grace this earth, @leahsfieldnotes 🫂🤭💞 CASETiFY’s Bounce Cases & Clear Cases are avail at Casetify.com! Get 15% off your order: www.Casetify.com/rowena Thank you Casetify for sponsoring this video!
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0:00 Intro
1:13 1) eat "bland" food
3:00 2) always be gifting
4:30 2.5) choosing the best gift
5:52 3) our lives = Minecraft
7:07 4) spill your own tea
9:01 5) make all the friends
10:37 6) 🫢
14:22 for anyone feeling potato
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✨ If you’re at all curious:
• My spiritual practice, Falun Dafa bit.ly/2z49zqz
• If you're interested in reading more, start with this to get an understanding of what qigong entails bit.ly/2u8DXOC
• The main text we read is Zhuan Falun* bit.ly/2t48xJP
*Best to read start to finish in the shortest time possible for the highest benefit.
• If you want to learn more about Falun Dafa and qigong, check out local contacts in your area - there are practitioners globally and in most big enough-ish cities: bit.ly/2E0PL6S
• My friend Chris over at China Uncensored made an incredibly informative video on what Falun Dafa is and why it's being persecuted in China (YT video): bit.ly/2CR9yZQ
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[@methusharavi5136]

As someone that chose to be intimate and then decided to be celibate fo similar reasons as you rowena, it's a relief to see how at peace you are with the past. I struggle with guilt and black and white thinking about the right thing to do. Cause everyone has a different idea of the right way intimacy should be. Seeing you being comfortable with the grey area and embracing your former self for the lessons she learned,is admirable. As always a magically timed video that always easier my heart in this heavy world. Thank you ❤️

[@KaitiYoo]

SUCH A CALMING POWER DUO 🤲🏼🤝💛

[@JunaGlow]

This is a great take on routines. That when you don't get to do your "usual"thing it can cause disappointment and anxiety. I personally always felt like it was better for my mental health to be flexible and adaptive rather than have too many routines (even though they can be good routines and healthy)

[@jazzerinochocochino]

Literally! And getting out of routine sometimes is part of the routine and accepting that I am gonna be ok n I will still “be” if I don’t do a-z. Massive love to u

[@jazzerinochocochino]

I’m defo in the process of learning this and trying to release expectations from myself

[@khalilahd.]

Couldn’t agree more. This was really interesting

[@abikleinsmith]

I think it was Laird Hamilton who said he liked to treat his body like a truck, where he was flexible enough to eat a hamburger and it not wreck his training and body for a week.

[@savesoil3133]

Have you heard of the #SaveSoil #ConsciousPlanet movement? You might be interested 🌸

[@irenecontreras1080]

Oooh I’m so happy that you’re talking about celibacy! I am also practicing it, I started when I was around 23 and was celibate for three years, for exactly the same reasons you talked about, had a serious relationship for a while and now I’m back at celibacy. I am very comfortable in my choices but sometimes I do feel like maybe something is not right with how I perceive sex, just because I have never met anyone who had this same approach to it, but this conversation made me feel understood and I thank you girls ❤

[@aprameena7359]

The way you both wore complementary coloured outfits so calming and sweet and loved the big sis advice

[@veronicafortunaveronica]

The level of serotonin Rowena brings to me is indescribable

[@khalilahd.]

Omg I absolutely NEEDED this collab!! You guys both carry such positive energy and always promote self growth I love it ❤

[@hilbillythegoat]

collab of my dreamssssss 🎉you both are so warm but in such different ways! Leah is like having warm fuzzy feet and Rowena is like having warm toasty ears! So like socks and earmuffs 😂🥰 Leaocks and Romuffs

[@user-ty1cz5kw3s]

idk why but it somehow makes so much sense !!!

[@leahsfieldnotes]

Ahhhhhhhhhh that’s so cute 😂❤

[@leahsfieldnotes]

Awwww love having this video to relive hanging out w u hehe u the bestest 🤍 thank u for the kindest introduction 🥹

[@vee8648]

Rowena, your content is a game-changer, so grateful to have come across your channel. Thank you for spilling the tea too. Intimacy is so much deeper than any physical technique 😘

[@amicifriends9857]

I still didn’t even finish the video but I’m already feeling way better… from the beginning of this video I felt relaxed and ready to learn new things, and I feel like you’re teaching us something quite underrated but which is really important and wise… thank you so much for sharing everything with us.

[@lilalalovesun]

NEVER EXPECTED THIS COLLAB OMG!!! they're the only two content creators that really calms me huhu. this just made my day

[@mentalmagic8501]

As someone who has identified as on the asexuality spectrum for the last five-ish years -- and someone who DEEPLY respects and admires Ro -- this episode was such a wonderful thing to listen to! We come to that lifestyle by very different means and reasons, but all the same... the result of that fact leads to the culture questioning you left and right. To see that Rowena and I have something so small in common, especially since it goes against the grain of the majority, made me so happy! Loved this collab so, SO much. Please do more videos together 🥰

[@estherdigital]

"Knowing who you are and knowing what your values are" I have heard this line severally but coming from you made it sound different. You are such a rare Potato 🤣🤣

[@kobayashi1337]

this vid is literally goals ✨✨ i'd love to have this kind of hangout and talks with friends over tea and deliberately show appreciation. thank you for this

[@jazzerinochocochino]

This! Whole video 🥹 I felt so seen, so empowered! & so at peace 🫶 Yes choice is so important! im sending so much love xx so much wisdom

[@nataliedube1665]

Im so thankful for the honesty of this conversation.

[@nataliac3607]

It’s truly such a lovely surprise to see you two are friends!! Thanks both for the wholesome vibes💕

[@lunablairrr]

Omg!! The collab that I definitely need 🤍🌼

[@shiela2349]

i love how you choose the people you surround yourself with. i like liah yoo before i saw you shes like my unni for skincare that nerdy nitpicking skincare ingredients 😙 and ur my unni for self improvement you inspire me to always check on myself as much as i check on other people. and now here’s my new unni will have to discover her i love her voice i feel like you two have the same inner voice

[@Kaycia]

Happy new year everyone! 🎉 I’m so inspired to work on my goals this year, thank you Rowena for all of your content!

[@carrie2254]

Thank you so much for this conversation, especially the last part! I know that may not have been easy to talk about, but it was so important and meant so much to me!!

[@estrellasjournal]

I’ve been listening to a lot of podcasts so I love this format. Hope to see more, esp with leah!

[@chinny7700]

the aesthetics ✨ love how the plants in the background match your outfits 🌱🍂

[@HannahlovesStories]

This is the most wholesome collab I’ve seen!!! To and Leah are the two older sisters I’ve never had but always wanted and it’s so lovely seeing you together 🥹

[@maychanbrigs9924]

This is so important to hear. Im in my late 20s and have chosen to not have sex until I'm married. When I was in my teens, this sorta belief could only raise eyebrows, mild questions, among friends. Now, so many question and wonder why I choose to do that when everyone else or many are doing it. Lately, I find that I can't really explain my reasons to them (more like they dont wanna listen to my reasons at times), why I choose to do this, that this isn't exactly because of my religion. It's just something I want, something I dreamed of since I was a teen, to only be the most intimate with my future husband. As an adult, I see now how practicing self-control, not giving in to worldly pleasures (which the world today seems to be fond of, along with how easily accessible anything is cuz of technology), can be good for your mind, body, and spirit. Even when my ex fiance broke off our engagement just recently because of our lack of sex, I stayed true to myself and what I knew I wanted and believed in. It's a learning experience every day in this life 😊

[@NikkiBigger]

Such a good episode! Just found you through Leah and I’m so glad I did!! ❤❤❤

[@thecatalyzing4175]

The crossover we all needed but didn't even know of it :') Love love the both of you SO much!!

[@ninaiswholesome]

I’m new to your channel but I wanted to say I loved watching this video!! Not only was it calming it also helped me get a better perspective on all the topics you covered which makes me feel like I’m having a genuine conversation with you guys. Thank you so much!

[@meccashields1415]

I’m listening to and hearing the first unconventional tip and I am feeling so excited to hear more! 🥰

[@jolumieretv]

oh my gosh, unconventional habit 6 is SO GOOD!! i completely agree

[@coutureprincessx]

you both are so enlightened, i love :')

[@lauramoore9567]

I had no idea just how much I needed this video today. Thank you!!! ❤

[@ivyscassette536]

Love the concept and content of this video 🥰 the part about gifts esp resonates with me - in a similar note, I have little rituals in place for preparing to meet my friends, which bring so much gratitude to my day and encourage deeper connection 😌

[@theyshoutjangmi]

This is a really good video - Love hearing from both of you! Thank you so much for sharing with us.

[@kateconcepcion7956]

Loved all the tea! 🤍

[@j_T8765]

This video I felt was so raw and honest. Thank you so much. I love this.

[@marzettik]

You two are adorable together, can definitely feel the love. And can we just appreciate that her outfit matches her phone case, lol. Good advice too.

[@SaturnReturns01]

💛💛💛 thank you for this beautiful collab

[@valentinatron]

I love you both so much!!💗💗

[@kishly]

Love this deep talk so much!!! ❤

[@sugarabroad]

I wish I have sisters like them. So chilled and calm to talk to I feel already relaxed about myself.

[@dorianeirakoze3144]

I love this so much. Thank you, hugs

[@hannahghil]

Love this.. it was so cozy and comforting

[@AlyciaBoutte]

This felt like having a cozy girls night in ☺️. Thanks for introducing me to Leah! Calm, positive vibes all around 💛

[@maibeanhoang1677]

Such a cozy warm video ❤

[@elllie3630]

So true about different people. Cause I go to this ceramics class and the people 40-50 years older than me (basically (pre)pensioner) or university it’s so fun too see all these differences people from differing backgrounds and even though I only see them like once a week I feel connected

[@karenmabe9819]

Thank you both. This was a great video.

[@rileyHOWPOW12]

you guys are so curuuteeee thanks for the video!

[@Mx.Knowsmoar]

The talk about celibacy is interesting bc I'm on the ace spectrum, so I have varying interest over time around physical intimacy. For others to be discovering life without physical intimacy reminds me of when I realized I was ace :) a lot of the pressures from societal messages just went away and i felt better able to refocus my energy on myself.

[@AyakoSapphirePhoenix]

OMG THE TEA WAS SPILLED

[@tessafuller]

Thank you so much for your vulnerability!! I’m inspired by your values❤

[@scarlettpj2020vision]

Your postures and expressions in the first 10 seconds are a hilarious start! Love the wit, humor and goofiness! 😂 Thanks for that! Fun to see you let your hair down!

[@elliehello]

Love both of you so much!!!

[@emeliaphia1567]

This is the collab I never knew I needed, it's absolutely perfect 🥰

[@iamnykira]

Such a warm video that I needed to see ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bettyreads222]

What a beautiful honest convo.

[@erintannehill]

So funny! I was just thinking about you and you literally uploaded a video within seconds of me thinking that! Really enjoyed the video and getting to see you interact with your sister. Y'all seem to have a beautiful relationship. :) All the best for the New Year!

[@jazzerinochocochino]

I LOVE THE COLLAB!!!!🥹🥹🥹

[@gregsmith5153]

Rowena I just wanted to tell you and your family happy New Year’s. your content is so enjoyable and helpful please keep it Comin you’re an asset do the people that follow you.😊

[@nadialeeabu]

I'm obsessed with this video. thanks so much for sharing! The idea about celibacy is really interesting, I am going to ponder it more. I have been feeling strange about sexual interactions lately and think something like that may serve me well.

[@shalakasingh6133]

I found your vlogs when I was at my life's lowest. I miss your content and your wisdom, that feeling of grounding that I received from your videos

[@0wlife]

AH two of my fave people to listen to while I journal

[@jaysauer834]

The slick Casetify transition, the Colin and Samir reference, the great conversation!!! What an amazing video :)))

[@noursrouji3485]

Loveeee this 🎉 great job

[@LoveSeaNights]

LOVED THAT

[@alonemusk27]

Hi ro 🥺 missed you. So happy to see you back

[@islemsaad7459]

Such an inspiring video.. thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@sonyasever7625]

the visual part pf the video is SO captivating and enjoyable 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔

[@mindfulnesswithmatt]

such a great crossover, wise sisters 🥺

[@nurfiqa2218]

OMG I LOVE YOU TWO

[@misscuan.]

you girls are sister goals

[@nini44]

Loved this, you guys seem awesome

[@t.bichtramle6138]

ooo cute energy cure my day 🥺💕

[@wang6838]

you need to bring leah onto voice hugs as a guest! I think it'd be lovellyyy

[@rowena]

on it!! 🫡🤭💗

[@caro2374]

The plants behind them match their Outfits 😭😭😭❤️

[@melody3074]

I never thought I'd hear someone say "our lives are literally like Minecraft" that is going on my growth board

[@ShahedTCG]

taking notes rn for 2023. 5 is so interesting, might have to be on the list!

[@user-pi6qu7ig6g]

Rowena, you’re so sweet, the way you keep the cups full gives me ‘kelin’ vibe (that’s how we call wife of son, who’s responsible for pouring tea)

[@helle_larsen]

Best duo ❤

[@fxsaltwater]

hey hey

[@fxsaltwater]

I can focus better during the day because I don't have as much on my mind and usually sleep better because I know my systems are working and basically put little stars of my daily accomplishments in my notebook. Instead of worrying about 5 million to-dos for tomorrow, I'm just happy about whatever I've learned that day or got to enjoy. :) ... ok. bye. 🌞🤍

[@mariewriter1]

This is awesome. BTW- Where did you find your couch? I love it!

[@ttmoore8750]

Lovely guest, I didn't know who Leah was but thanks for introducing her! Much appreciated and let's all have a great 2023 potatoes!

[@Rose-lt6wu]

oooooh two of my all time favoritessss🥺🥺✨✨🥺🌨💖🤍💖❤️‍🔥

[@pankreas2195]

I'm actually not surprised at all that ro is celibate and sober Edit: I identify as demisexual as in I cannot be physical with someone without having some connection with them but also, being in a serious relationship, having sex is important to me because it's another kind of intimacy that I practice with my partner (and orgasms are actually quite important for my health lol). I totally get Ro's perspective and I loved the reflection on why is it so trivial to have sex as much and as soon as possible in our time to the point where it feels mandatory

[@kaffeine9398]

Hi leaaaahhhh. Okay, I finished. This was such a beautiful video.

[@leahsfieldnotes]

hi hehe 👋

[@meiscatastrophe]

Good morning, Ro!

[@lizs2802]

Attachment to routines leads to anxiety 🤯 gonna need to sit w that for a minute.

[@rump.o.smooth]

I too, will make bland (farina, oatmeal, ramen) when theres no one around to yell at me

[@AmaraofEarthWithTheLavaCore]

If I don’t have routines, I feel like I would be a mess not particularly because I can’t do it but I’ll just forget and lose track of time then slowly but surely, I’ll fall into a state of disarray

[@Kathrinemexo]

Sisterss I didn’t know i need this 😢

[@cassondranorman]

When you guys we talking about bringing it back to yourself, I think you guys would love Teal Swans teachings on fragmentation and The Completion Process! She's here on KZbin too 🥰

[@honeym7408]

I need to know where you got that beautiful teapot! ❤ I need to. It’s crucial! Like life Important!! Eleven111 😍😍😍

[@ohkayee]

OMG MY FAVOURITE KZbinRS DID A COLLAB 😭❤️

[@Charlie-so6bp]

I didn't think the "Eat bland Foods" was a thing other people did, I always have a really simple lunch if i'm just working or its an average day and im on my own. I like to go for a bowl of rice with some veggies or shrimp. Eating simple foods on a regular basis makes eating so much easier especially if you're like me and recovering from an ed. Also it can be easier to eat healthier when you eat simple foods and just appreciate there beauty.

[@qmeijun]

4:35 gave me a good laugh 🤣 thanks for this!!

[@Laine003]

Bland food??!!! I thought I was weird! This tidbit made me giddy happy. :)

[@eyraluna]

Love the final potatooooo mention

[@ivalinhartova2452]

not saying having a routine has to be good but to me personally i get really anxious when i dont have a routine. Im not saying it has rigid and you need to everything every day but having a rough outline may help bring peace

[@eyraluna]

Love the minecraft mention, love it hahaha you are so cute