Why I'm Willing to Sacrifice Money and 'Success' for Happiness

Is making life decisions based almost solely on what makes me happy setting me up for failure? Maybe. But I don't think so. And even if it it, I'm cool with that.
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[@Skyfoxx23]

U know, happiness can be something as simple as just waking up and drinking a cup of coffee and listening to the birds outside

[@PhdMusic03]

Yes! Exactly! I’m so blessed. I’m in New Orleans at a work conference in a hotel. And IM THE MOST BLESSED GUY IN THE WORLD! GOD IS GOOD!!!!!!! Thank you King Jesus!!!!!!!

[@mrenae6798]

No lie! One of the simple things I do is get a coke and sit in my car in the sun and just be 🙂☀️

[@mrenae6798]

@@PhdMusic03 Yes! Jesus is King ✨ Glad you were/are happy at the conference

[@kelseykjarsgaard5774]

Get bored tho

[@nathancreed4808]

Personally if I'm not working out, fishing, or doing something outside I'm not happy. Lol

[@jbaby007]

My thoughts have always been "What's the point of life if you're not happy living it". Until I started living for myself and not caring about what other people think, I was very depressed. Now I have that childlike wonder about life and I have no regrets.

[@seanivery]

I feel the exact same way

[@rubyparchment5523]

Amen!! The nagging, criticism, demands of exes and deceased relatives are still ringing in my ears, 1 year after settling into a condo. But are fading away! I bought it without knowing the best parts - it's high security, and is full of Loners! Thousands! No one knocks on your door, Wooo! At my last residence, the neighbor on one side would knock on my door, or come to car window to tell me she hated the way I wore my hair (in a Kim Kardashian ponytail, who cares?). The redhead on other side had it in for me. Would stare and gossip. Write me nasty letters. Well, when she was off on a business trip, I saw her husband welcome a foxy Asian woman. She stayed 1/2 hour. But did I blab? No, cuz I have a Life.

[@celestepalm6949]

@@rubyparchment5523 Yipes! Please do what you can to shield yourself from all that negativity. I know what it's like to have a condo/apt I like but neighbors I don't. Sometimes all you can do is play keep the heck away (from me)!

[@annmarie6870]

If I could have that feeling back it would be great.

[@kuveshgovender3115]

I know exactly what you mean. Its so weird, I eventually felt like that back in 2014/2015. I had bare minimum, worked at my uncles garage earning less than the minimum wage (it was out of their kindness to keep me around so that I felt like I belonged,earned some cash and wasnt idle). At some point I was just so peaceful, I achieved finding that peace and with that came happiness. I do think that they go hand in hand. Prior to that I had a decent beginners job, had a girlfriend and felt that I knew it all since I gad those boxes ticked..until I lost them. After finding that peace and happiness & towards the end of 2015 I was interviewed for a very good job and meant me moving away. Everything happened so fast after that, right now my salary is more than double of what I started my call up job with BUT I am so miserable, so unhappy, I am depressed. I feel that this continuous hamster wheel is so meaningless. Its like bust your ass, work so hard, and for what you know. I understand the importance of money for survival but in retrospect what are we doing. I feel so lost and this longing to belong to something more meaningful and bigger than this rat race. Its just so sad

[@ms.dvinelyblessed]

I’m with you on this. My family calls me unstable Because I choose to explore and move to different States meeting new people And learning different cultures

[@robert7100]

It could be seen as a form of escapism but there's nothing wrong with running away

[@Livefree902]

I want to do this. I don’t want to stay in one spot

[@StateOfMind63]

Thats great if you are living the single life. Unfortunately for me, I don't really have that option being a family man. I would ignore anyone that tells you its wrong though. People are individuals and financial security might have more meaning to one person where the other person values freedom and adventure. Neither are wrong and both have risks and benefits.

[@beatricerights]

Continue being unstable if it makes you happy. They most likely are not.

[@thehedgerow]

I call that living!!!

[@rachelstump3]

My grandparents raised me from the age of 2. Near the end of my freshman year of college, my grandma made a trip to visit me and show me her new car. She was retiring the next month and bought that car to finally travel, something she'd dreamed of her whole life. The very next week, she was killed in that car traveling to her job of 33 years, just one month and one day from her retirement. On the 30 yr anniversary of her death I begin my mid life gap year. I'm asking the universe to acknowledge my talents and show me a new way.

[@AnomalyBelleza]

WOW what a story! This was very touching. Thank you for sharing this.

[@ldunn2]

Thank you for sharing your story. It hit my heart deeply. You will find your way, I'm sure of it! ❤️

[@rachelstump3]

@@Underground-Electronic-Music even the most painful experiences teach us. I feel it took awhile for me to get the actual message, but atleast I got it.

[@teetrav]

Subbed you

[@rachelstump3]

@@teetrav oh, thank you. I plan to try and do some vlogging here to cover my experience... I'm also a singer songwriter and had a concert series for awhile. If you're into music I've got some stuff up of the folks I've played w over the years :)

[@talkingwithtangi2914]

This is soooo me!! I served 21 years in the United States Army. Not because I necessarily wanted to although it’s been great. I did it because I knew I wanted to retired at 40 years old and not have to work unless I wanted to. I retired 5 years ago and haven’t had a job since. I’ve started nonprofits and even now, my own business but I’ll assure you, I refuse to do anything that stresses me out or makes me unhappy. I sacrificed 21 years to ensure that.

[@beatricerights]

Is your retirement income enough to meet your needs.

[@duanekaaz3159]

Thank you for your Service. I did 4 years Navy

[@yeahtbh.161]

​@@beatricerightsobviously it is

[@zabssoutherngirl2019]

Thank you for your service.

[@saidatoke3124]

If you are happy and still paying the bills, eating and giving to charity, then you are doing well. Make your own decisions and chase your happiness! 😊

[@cajunjamis9001]

"Strive to be HAPPY!" (Desiderata)

[@33wanwan]

@@cajunjamis9001 why give to charity? just smile and help others be happy

[@cajunjamis9001]

@@33wanwan "Happiness" is sharing / giving....makes one, Happy! Try it, you will like it !!!

[@carolynmerritt7100]

@@33wanwan that is also a form of charity because it is still giving. Society would have us believe that only giving money is charity. Giving of ourselves to help others through the day with some peace and joy is also charity.

[@chrishart8548]

Eating goes without saying otherwise we starve to death. If you don't pay bills you probably end up homeless or in jail. And you shouldn't really chase anything. Do what is right and everything will come too you

[@jeremyvanb821]

To the people who say happiness can’t pay the bills…well what’s the point in living a life if you spend all your time in misery working a job you can’t stand. Obviously yes, money is a part of life and you need it to play the game but you can find a middle ground. A fancy car and huge house is cool but that fades for most of us. That car becomes something to get you from point a to point b. That house is just a place to put your stuff.

[@financialconversationswith879]

Happiness is defined by the individual. You must get to a place where you don't care what others think.

[@chrishart8548]

You have to care what others thing. Your fellow human beings are everything. Unless you want to just go and live in a hut away from everything but that's hardly challenging yourself. Helping other people improve themselves is the most rewarding thing there is.

[@laurynorder3965]

It’s a beautiful place ✨

[@contentminimalist4838]

I'll be 70 in June and Iam blessed to be a content minimalist. I discovered true happiness a few years ago. Happiness is not what society told me. I am Happy. I am free and I did not retire from the teaching profession with a pension and thousands in a 401k...well done me...thank God😊

[@sariahlace5944]

Happiness,is not what society told me. 💯💯👍👍🥰😍

[@rubyparchment5523]

Congrats 👏 to you, Sir. I'm in same boat at 66. About three years ago, my last relative keeled over, and I started getting my life back. Can't stand thinking about the past. The problems, the struggles, and for what? I hope the young folks will listen carefully to Timothy.

[@Exp101_]

I’m late but GOD IS GOOD!

[@mikatalk6025]

" A decision that makes me more money or happiness- I'm gonna go with the happiness" that about sums up my perspective on my life also. I was a dental hygienist- who decided to stop practicing right before the pandemic. I now work from home as a 1099 contractor doing work that doesn't even require a degree. I make wayyy less now but I chose happiness- and don't regret it. My peace of mind is priceless!!!

[@keitht.2727]

I lived in my truck as a vagabond climber/skier for 10 years in my 20's. Saw much of the US and mountainous areas of the world. I now have a home base and small business and gain a lot of happiness helping my community and working hard for them and myself. I'm realizing the struggle and hard work toward a positive end is what makes me happy and allows my head to rest comfortably at night. I feel less 'rogue' now in my 40's, but still love adventure:).

[@Will-hb4fs]

you're the only "pursue your dreams" type of influencer that i actually respect and thinks gives helpful advice. All the others will just say things like "oh I dropped out of middle school and now I'm a millionaire, and you can too" then proceed to not give any useful advice. Thanks Tim!

[@chrishart8548]

And they just keep pushing the passive income thing. To me passive income sounds like someone else is doing the work and you do nothing. I'm sure not everyone can just get passive income. The same as not everyone can be a millionaire. They make it sound like we can all be rich if we choose.

[@silasbrown3884]

@Chris Hart They just wanna share the “secret “to get money from their audiences .

[@blockinglowtier]

Tai Lopez 😂

[@aalialexandria]

Living in my car teaches me gratitude & humility I would have never experienced living a standard life. It’s makes me grateful for the little things & not hesitate to help others. Gratitude is key! Stay gracious and watch the universe flood you with more!

[@BrieyaSilverweb]

My grandmother, a child raised in the Great Depression, once told me : you make your happiness. It requires you to find it, make it, care for it, and understand when it isn't always available.

[@isaiahlovell3602]

I love you bro you inspired me to go follow my heart I just packed everything up and I’m traveling the country working temp jobs and sleeping out of my Kia Soul. I love martial arts so I’ll be stopping by as many gyms as I can to train! Thank you for inspiring me to take that step outside my comfort zone. I’m already ten times happier than I was working and doing the same shit every day.

[@annmarie6870]

I’m proud of you I wish I was strong enough to pack everything up and just leave haha

[@godnotavailable2094]

Don't let anyone stop you my guy. Life is meant to be explored, not doing the same shit every day. Good on you for taking action.

[@Dana-kc7gl]

Any updates?

[@Pleebian94]

Thanks Tim. Going through a major life change for my own mental health. My coworkers openly joked about my mental health in front of me after I got out of an Behavioral Health Clinic literally two weeks ago. Have not been back since, I mentally checked out of that work place. My manager as well as the team lead supervisor made me feel uncomfortable. My manager gave me a look of contempt; like he wanted to punch me. The supervisor got mad at me as I had to use the restroom close to breaktime, got accused of doing it on purpose even though I just swapped from night shift to day shift. I do not feel comfortable saying this but I attempted suicide back in February this year. That is why I went to the Behavioral Health Clinic; immediately after I got out, I happened to notice my coworkers giving me looks of disgust; like I was a bad smell to be avoided. Have not bothered to talk to them as they make me feel surrounded as well as feeling horrible anxiety with fear. To anyone who read this, mental health is a serious issue in our society now more than ever. If you have anyone in your family or a friend or a significant other, just listen to what they have to say and find ways of helping them out of their own predicament without coming off as condescending or preachy. Take care Tim as well as your audience. Be well and have a great day.

[@lilymulligan8180]

Wow, I'm really sorry you're going through that. I've quit jobs (no notice, no replacement job lined up) for less. You're strong my friend, but remember it's okay not to be. I hope you find better work conditions soon, and that your coworkers catch up. Best wishes ✨

[@dianeorr8937]

Very insightful brave vulnerability of Individual Strength. Gratitude of your Words. Such VALUE of importance!

[@mikatalk6025]

Prayers for you!! I hope you will see a change for the better in your life!!!

[@alexandrap.961]

I hope u will feel better soon and I hope u can find your happy place and surround your self with people that care😇 Sending good vibes

[@lisalee2885]

Peace and Love to you 🙏💜 Keep Smiling and doing YOU 😀👍

[@josephbishara4791]

I'm the same. In 2000, I arrived in the UK from Nigeria. In 2003, I was 30 years old, living in London and earning over £100,000 per annum as a software developer. But I was miserable and stressed out. In 2023, I'm 50 years old, no longer a software developer, living in a small village in East England, earning very little but I'm much happier. BTW, I'm a black male with no children.

[@david34]

Hey Tim, I'm always finding encouragement and direction watching your videos, I'm sick and tired of fearing of going against the flow and am still in the rat race, it's not making me happy and I feel so trapped, but watching your videos make me feel not alone in this world and there are people in this world who share my beliefs too, thank you you're an inspiration

[@baldeagle4710]

the rat race will destroy you mentally. i work full time and all but i am not in the rat race. im not trying to buy a house or have kids. i really believe that the world is overpopulated and it's selfish to have kids. also these days their mental health is so bad because of social media and bullying, i dont think they would be happy anyway. working all the time, especially in a job you dont like, will eventually make you numb.

[@mz7691]

Think outside the box

[@keyhimself3542]

Happiness is the most overrated temporary emotion of all time. Imagine if people chased honesty, kindness, compassion, and understanding as much as they do happiness

[@Dweeble233]

Those are all part of being happy imho.

[@TimothyWard]

Exactly!

[@keyhimself3542]

@@Dweeble233 keyword: *a* part

[@dand4924]

My brain can't even begin to understand how someone could possibly think that being happy is overrated. You might as well say breathing is overrated. Sorry you feel the way you do. I've been very happy with my life for over a decade now. That doesn't mean I don't feel other emotions from time to time... but none of them last long because I'm too happy with life overall to stay down. I'm grateful and love life. Hopefully one day you will too.

[@smalldrop3425]

@@keyhimself3542 yes "a part" all those things are parts that fits together to create happiness.

[@ruthmccurdy8623]

$ can only buy comfort. I was feeling like a failure three years ago. I asked God “ How can I be successful God”? Immediately I heard “ Go to the basics “. I thought hmmm Gods basic must be 1st commandment. So every minute I love God with my whole heart mind and soul. I am 109% successful in Gods eyes. Those minutes are now years. I still get sad thoughts but now have the realization that loving God is my solution to all Ways to Achieve happiness. Amen. Your a spiritual success son. Thanks. Blessings Ruth

[@ansander1234]

It’s all about your perception and the way you view life.

[@missv5439]

I'm walking away next week of 42 years unhappy to be Happy Thank you Tim for being an inspiration and God bless you always To everyone else time like tide waits for noone ..Be happy ♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓♥️⚓⚓♥️⚓

[@truereadz2716]

Happiness means different things to different people. I totally agree with your view Timothy. After many years of what I call the “fake chase” of material gain and trying to impress in order to look like I have arrived; and trying to live up to traditions that were slowly draining me to absolute misery. I one-day “woke “ up, started journaling about my feelings and even wrote a book about it. Titled “Woke”. Available at amazon. I woke up to the fact that the material gains in my life were not making me happy. My happiness had a different meaning. I came to the realization that when I die there will not be a u-haul with my material possessions going with me, and no amount of money will save me. So, I’d better find my happy even if that means living life outside of the traditional box. Life is so much shorter than we realize. I feel if you do what you have passion for, then, whatever comes with that, good, bad or ugly; you will thrive. Happily. Blessings! Phyl

[@RB-gt8bf]

I was blessed to work in my chosen field as an RN for 32 years. The first 10 years I loved it. The last 22 years were frankly quit rough. But, I needed to make a living. I was about 8 years from being able to comfortably call it quits as an RN about 10 years ago when first my sweet Dad...and then my wonderful Mom started having health challenges. It was honor to quit fulltime RN and move to parttime work and eventually no work as I moved from parttime caregiver to fulltime caregiving. I would not trade my time with my parents who have now both transitioned this life. After losing my last parent (my dearest Mom I had no more left to give anyone). I said no more work and immediately said I am just retired. Yes, I live very modestly. But, I would not trade the peace to go through adjusting to life without both of my best friends. It is not about stuff in this life. But, each of us must determine what is important to us. For me it is quality time and not about acquiring more stuff. You can't take it with you. What I have been blessed to acquire and the modest inheritance left to my from my hard working blue collar parents...will all be left to charity (Children's Hospitals). I know this gesture would make my parents proud. I was taught you get more with an open hand than a closed fist.

[@baldeagle4710]

what is interesting is that the more "successful" you are the more obligations you are, which means more stress. happiness for me means not having to worry about so much. everything in my life is predictable, which I like. I can go on vacation a couple a times a year, and I don't have to deal with someone controlling me. for me, happiness = freedom. what a lot of people think happiness is, is actually highly restrictive. i was actually miserable when i was making the most money of my life. i had no balance. balance is key. if you're only working, your life will suck, and you won't have time to work out so your health will deteriorate. I saw the video where Coach reviewed your video! He preaches no relationships or marriage, which I think coincides with what you say, kind of. Marriage leads to divorce. I think it's better for men these days to focus on themselves, on their career, not spending all of their money on having a family. I also think both of you think that what society dictates you should do to be happy (marriage, kids, house, etc) is not what everyone should do.

[@sariahlace5944]

Well said.

[@Omar-hg6np]

Preach!!!

[@chrishart8548]

A decent supporting partner should always improve your life. You should start with a job that doesn't cause to much stress. Eat healthy food and exercise to improve strength and fitness other time and never stop. Fitness is for life. If all these can be maintained and enough funds are available to support a family then one could be considered. Children are a luxury not a right. And a good partner will help you improve yourself.

[@kirtithakur3754]

@@chrishart8548 I second that. Having a great partner makes your life so much easier.

[@chrishart8548]

@@kirtithakur3754 I don't think most of us could get through life without one. Being single gets really lonely

[@heidijordan9132]

I am turning my back on the world too .. I don’t know what I’m going to do but I’m not going back. Lord help me 🙏🏼

[@Omar-hg6np]

Tim….You are far wiser than those who are focused on the “External” aspects of life as opposed to the “Internal.” We are a rare minority in our perspectives and it can be tough and even lonely at times staying dialed into what we KNOW to be true given the constant resistances we unfortunately have to deal with day to day ie: plugged in mindsets, lifelong programming/conditioning, etc. I commend your resilience though my brother. You are not allowing the outside world and its baits to reel you back in. You continue to endure, push through, and inspire REAL change as opposed to typical surface level messaging that gets us nowhere in our spiritual pursuits. Keep being you man. You truly are a breath of fresh air and as always…..Thank You! 🙏🏼

[@matl1483]

I am glad that I don't need very much to be happy. Driving my old car on the backroads with my dog next to me is awesome. Don't need or even want a brand new truck for that. Also when life gets difficult, it is good to remember what you have. If your truck breaks down, be glad if you still have a bicycle. If the bike is broken, be glad if your legs are still working and you can walk. Change your mind set. There are so many people who wished to be able to experience to walk one more time. Focus on what you have and be happy for it, not focus on what you don't. Also sharing with others brings lot of joy. It is possible even if you don't have very much or no money at all. Do a good deed every day.

[@in_srch_of_lb]

Peace good brother. I think the word you are looking for is "Peace". Maya Angelou put it best, "Peace is a state of being no matter what happens in your life." Happiness is fleeting and if you define that as your life's purpose then you will always CHASE it. You don't have to CHASE peace. When you find peace, it will be with you in sickness and in health, for richer and for poorer, in good company and in loneliness, for better and for worse, during the death of a loved one, and even when you yourself are on your deathbed.

[@msliberated3899]

Yes! Peace that surpasses all understanding is wonderful.

[@briannab5296]

Very very well said! 🤜 🤛

[@choosetoshine2610]

Excellent point. ❤🎉❤

[@chasingsimpledreams]

I am with you on this, Tim. I also consider myself an energy being. My end game isn’t the same as others either. And having been around a lot of negative people in my life at times, you ever notice how much more energy it takes to be like that than to be happy? A shit ton! Perfect time for your walk and talk. Saving this to my inspiring videos playlist. Having followed you for years on KZbin, I really hope to meet u at one point in time, once I’m on the road in my Toyota Dolphin!! (Just trying to stabilize a cat with diabetes and then I will be out there!) might even start a KZbin channel to share the beauty of this world with them.

[@magstheasceticzeta8766]

Same here…Money is a monetary estimate…thus a value judgment. Success often based on reputation another value judgment. Both are still based on external validation!!! Damn choose happiness beyond all else!!!

[@luisasterioquerubin6829]

God has given you a gift to think in a different way and to communicate it effectively.

[@Ryan-Horgan]

I'm in a funny period of time in my life. I'm 33, father of 2, husband, self employed tennis coach and I've always been a happy guy. I've had a great life so far. But I've never had much money. And Iately I've been wanting more financial success. In part driven by my need to provide a good and secure life for my family. And also because I don't want to physically grind for my money much longer. I feel like having financial success is the last piece in my puzzle right now.

[@guitarandstuff8265]

Good luck. don't give up.

[@minimalist_monk]

When your kids are 18 and out of the house the money will come back. They are really expensive. That’s why i opted out. 🤣

[@alicetheegreet]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 It’s sad but it’s true. Kids are expensive!😅 @Chocolate Nomad Vlogs

[@minimalist_monk]

@@alicetheegreet I think they said until they turn 18 it’s like 300k?

[@alicetheegreet]

That’s the base, even in 3rd world countries. @Chocolate Nomad Vlogs

[@tunde_b5662]

Hello Tim, I totally agree with your mindset. When people tend to ask me what are my goals in life and where do I see myself 5 years or whatever amount of years they have in mind, my answer has always been.......to be Happy. I just want to live happy " I'm living more in my mind and less specific to the environment(society) because I have no connection to it" Happiness entails a lot outside of chasing after titles, fame, money, and material things for me.

[@baldeagle4710]

i agree with what tim said at 8:30. a lot of times, i will sacrifice happiness in order to save money. need to stop doing that. life is too short for that. i work extremely hard and deserve to enjoy myself. i grew up in a household that was always penny pinching, i dont want to make the same mistakes of my parents. they were miserable.

[@sariahlace5944]

Same here.

[@bjhendoable]

I love your freedom to be who you want to be with no influence, pressure or worry about thinking outside the box. I believe thinking outside the box sets you free, whatever that is for each person but personally I believe we live according to someone else's opinions, expectations and ideas of who we should be or what we should be doing

[@penguinatedthings305]

I think you're absolutely right. I'm getting close to 40, and I'm starting to come to a lot of the same realizations. It's good to hear someone else speaking what I've been thinking.

[@fivehorizons5295]

To not have to wake up before you want to, go to a place you don’t want to go, work with people who you don’t like for most of your life would make me happier, that’s for damn sure! Good for you Tim! You truly are an inspiration!

[@sariahlace5944]

Simple,yet well articulated.

[@kelseykjarsgaard5774]

I only can do that cause i got health condition but broke

[@gregsvlogshow]

people try to put on other people what THEY think happiness is. Happiness is different for everybody! I don't need a million dollar home (even if i was a millionaire i would not buy a million dollar home) Go after your own joy people, as long as you are not hurting anyone else!!

[@NYKIRA]

Personally I don't resonate with 'chasing happiness' because in a way you will always be 'chasing'. I do agree to prioritize happiness and create space within ones life and daily routine to invite happiness. ✨Being present and disciplined enough to embodying that happiness throughout all of lifes changes is the true goal for me. ✨

[@kateleahmarie]

Happiness is a state of mind. I've moved to a poorer part of the UK and I haven't been this happy in about 20 years! If money makes you happy there would be no suicide or depression among the rich

[@beakersgarage383]

My happiness can typically be found in two places. One, solving problems and two, driving (not commuting but actually driving). So that's what I chase in my life. Times when I can go for a drive or take a road trip and jobs that allow me to solve problems and/or train people on a skill I already have.

[@LLNYC]

Chasing money, titles, and ‘things’ does more to separate human beings from happiness than lead them to happiness.🙏🏽

[@alicetheegreet]

I loved the format of this video as I much prefer shorter to the point videos. Thanks for doing one. It’s been a while. Have a happy day, God Tim! 😀

[@rudyinthesky4967]

I keep seeing all the news of the "scary' prospect of a recession. I'm 67 and naively (and maybe to my ultimate detriment) have never given much thought to the cyclic nature of these events. The only folks that need to be constantly in fear of economic downturns are those with "investments". I've been through many, many downturns and cannot remember ever being stressed out about this stuff. Greed will get you some 'stuff' but it also leaves you in constant fear of loss.

[@jeremytorgersen]

This is one of the reasons I enjoy your channel and videos. While I will occasionally watch videos from KZbinrs such as Greg Adams, etc.., I generally gravitate towards videos that focus on life philosophy, contentment, happiness, minimalism, and simplicity. I have always lived frugally and simply, however I spend my twenties and most of my thirties preparing way too much for the future which I do regret somewhat. That being said, now in my late 30's downsizing and focusing on living more in the present moment. As Alan Watts so often alluded "...you can't live at all unless you can live fully now."

[@beatricerights]

You're still very young. I'm glad you realized it now.

[@shantesmith8774]

I been happy since 2020...not letting nothing stress me out....I been doing absolutely nothing and been the happiest I ever been in life❤️

[@karengalbraith63]

Yes, never choose money & possessions…. over people & happiness/peace. Live simply, enjoy experiences & add value to other peoples lives. Enjoy the journey. Thanks Tim! 💞. I love watching the videos by ‘Jereme’ too…more great advice on his channel. 💗

[@chrishart8548]

Money and possessions are a terrible distraction from what really matters.

[@Will-nq3fo]

Pursuit of Happiness. Kind of a right in this country. Keep on my man. Nothing wrong with your view.

[@damianmcdonagh7908]

I think content is a better word. Happiness is fleeting and usually depends on external circumstances. Hello from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@blackbird3382]

Hello Mr. Timothy! I really love your content and it relates to me. So, as a Muslim I want to share something our prophet Mohammed peace be upon him said about “sucking all the sweetness of life” and he listed somethings that you should have in order to be able live it fully, he said if u could sleep safe, healthy , in a place (any place even if it is a tree) then all the contents of life are yours.

[@yadnom918]

Thank you for the vid! I remember being more happy the less I made, and now I want to reach another level by traveling around!

[@jamesd1505]

Giving gratitide and practicing meditation 🧘‍♂️ consistently can allow you to let go of "worry." The cumulative effect is amazing.

[@shaunhall6834]

The real question to me is that you are looking inside for your own happiness instead of what the external world is telling you. Once you let go of making choices for yourself those choices will be made for you. This is why I think so many people are not happy and they just don't realize it. Blessed be Tim and friends.

[@Tfolife528]

Hi Timothy! Loving the walk and talks! Have a happy weekend!

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks! You too!

[@goudagirl6095]

I'm with your friend. We were not meant to go through life with happiness as our _goal._ Finding happiness along the way is a great side-effect, but chasing happiness doesn't _lead_ to happiness, in fact, it can lead to sadness if happiness can't be found, or if one's view of what happiness is, is hurtful, harmful, or impossible to achieve. But then again, YOU are someone who has a happy upbeat positive demeanor already. I, on the other hand, do not have that naturally. I'm a pessimist. A skeptic. A realist. I don't suffer fools. But living only for happiness...it's a pipe dream, hon.

[@twins3422]

I’ll admit as a 39 year old guy who’s been brainwashed my whole life. I’ve been in the rat race at UPS for 18 years. Every day I feel tired and I question if this is what I want!!! Like I don’t think I can do this for 25 years to retire. Just not sure 😆

[@thewisdomtherapist]

I am thinking about a sabbatical

[@mateaukalua4426]

Have you ever gotten promoted? Also have you paid into 401K?

[@threethrushes]

I entered the world with nothing. I will leave the world with nothing.

[@kevinhan4707]

for me, when it comes down to making a decision between more money or keeping my happiness peace, i would choose happiness peace over more money.

[@TheeKingMaker]

Happiness breeds money and success. Many are doin it backwards

[@TheeKingMaker]

@@JayPrakash-th4rd by saying things like "if I had a million dollars, then I'll be happy". That's why they don't have it. The truth is "when I become happy. The million dollars will appear". People have it backwards

[@Rhyme4ReasonMusic]

"I'm not going to spend my whole life hitting metrics that don't matter to me, happiness is the metric that matters to me" "I love the life that's right for me and others love the life that is right for them" "For me I'm about that happiness, I'm trying to get real happy" Timothy Ward Thank you for being you! Because of you and God I am checking out of this rat race grind where I was blind and NOT happy and living my purpose and living in nature and now God is bringing me to this new season soon! HAPPINESS is the MAIN GOAL and my ONLY FOCUS right now! THANK YOU!

[@beccafitz22]

Nature time with Tim!!!

[@aselyne5631]

I find you incredibly authentic,thank you from an eastafrican lady.

[@everydayElle08]

This video makes me feel like I’m not alone in wanting just to be happy! I grew up being poor, then my parents made a little money, then they lost it, then made money, then lost it, etc. This taught me that things come and go and not to associate my happiness with “things.” Because “things” come and go. I agree, I could live in a 1 bedroom with all my family(which I have) and still be happier than someone who is rich and living in a mansion(which I know people with this life). This video is 💯

[@ericamay3627]

I just want to be happy. No longer care about earthly possessions. I've seen soo many relatives die with all that junk and no happiness. I'm going to stay happy.

[@MichtheMinimalist]

I agree. I think money makes life easier to navigate. But relying on it to be happy is a setup for failure

[@Realtalknewyorkwithjanique]

Happiness comes from within it comes from piece of mind. It’s not something you chase you could be happy anywhere doing anything

[@aseeyahrhinesmith1413]

I agree 100 per cent!!! Stay on your path.

[@Katbing]

I'm choosing to be happy where I am now and I truly am! Also planning for the future. My daughter graduates and I am changing my trajectory! Big love to you Tim, thank you for sharing.

[@kemikyja4star421]

Me too Kathy, I’m 55 and my daughter will be graduating college in June so my life will look much different but I’m excited about it! My main focus is me, my happiness, and Shalom 💕

[@c.bahrie58]

Thanks, Tim. I needed that.

[@leelee3499]

Yay another walk & talk!! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@lionnelmonaco9464]

Thanks Timothy for the reminder! I came to this realization a couple of years ago and have been happier. Every point you mention I resonate with. The shifting of attitude is a process and the challenges don't end but strong values with integrity, faith and gratitude feels like the right path. It can be hard to break from the plan we are told will make us happy even when it really doesn't.

[@vanceburks5323]

Hey Tim! You are living life your way and I appreciate you sharing and I wish you all success

[@JoDo777]

The more I get rid of things AND people, the happier I am

[@tashafierce6857]

Great video Tim! You bring joy to my life for sure... it's so great to see someone who is genuine and his own man... keep walking YOUR PATH

[@mikewilkins2030]

Great vid! I’m in the same position, it’s beautiful when you find contentment!!!

[@seanivery]

Tim glad to see you back in your niche doing the walks and talks! Been awhile and I miss these videos. More please.

[@EK-mx7zb]

I think our fears of getting old and sustaining ourselves in old age are so real, but it is played on by capitalism (financial advisors!) so the effect is we stay where we are, stuck in terminally boring jobs, trapped by a perceived dependence on health care and by high costs of living we create for ourselves, waiting until it's officially "ok" to retire. We spin our wheels a lot in the meantime trying to have "fun" and re-assure ourselves that we are living good, proper lives. Instead, we should have more open conversations about getting old, doing things we really want to do, what will we really need (not want), and who is going to be around to help take care of us. And if that picture doesn't look so good, well, it falls outside of the bounds of our culture, but who says we have to live as long as medically possible? Why don't we live our best lives now, while we are healthy and able, and talk about letting go at the right time in the future when it doesn't make sense any more?

[@wendywilson-fall3973]

Glad for this video! Thanks, Tim!

[@papermason]

You live in a beautiful area Tim, so do I, I love being outdoors, and I really don't spend beyond what I need and a few desires. Simplicity/minimalism has lessened the burdens and stress, I can just be.

[@Jupiter88844]

I chose to live in Peace, Peace of mind, Peaceful Life which is easy for me to maintain. Happiness comes & goes

[@choosetoshine2610]

Amen!

[@nickmusttravel]

I feel the same way when it comes to being a spiritual being and having experiences while being a human being on this earth. I try to go after happiness regardless of what happens because you simply can't control everything that happens. We live in too much of a materialistic world, that's for sure! Love your channel and videos, it helps me to keep going when things get tough, especially the videos about you talking how even bad situations etc will come and go no matter what. Keep doing you!

[@leewalker5573]

PEACE AND LOVE: RESPECT YOU ARE LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE. STAY UNSTOPPABLE'

[@colossicus555]

I love your videos dude you're just being genuine and living life free and by choice its inspiring

[@benrideaux6097]

I watch you and coach Gred Adams both of you guys views have sparked great changes for me !

[@j.l.salayao8055]

"We are a Spiritual being in a human body experiencing humanity." We can be happy temporarily but joy is the one that keep us going in good and bad circumstances. We will never be content in this world as we are design by our Creator above to search for Him and for the Truth that we may live in His presence forever. Keep searching and you will find.

[@taytech8502]

I woke up and saw Tim dropped another gem. So I opened it real quick. Great way to start the day

[@dayytube]

Enjoy life ..save money for the bad times..live the minimalistic (explained by the guru Tim )way coz. having too much in life makes no sense, as one day we all have to let em go. Great video Tim and congrats for being showcased on the CGA livestream.

[@brandonschear]

Really cool to here someone shard that same view... Those negative experiences hold value too.. Even some terrible ones are still good stories sometimes

[@briannab5296]

Amen Brandon!!

[@Daniel-ct8zv]

Don't let anyone rock u off ur center!.. I agree with you on this video!.. I support ur ideals...keep ur head up strong!..

[@davidjohnson9452]

I'm with U Bruh!! I've been doing what your doing my whole life.I chase experience's.Happiness always win.Some people don't understand the mindset.Just know it takes time to get there.Keep doing what your doing Tim Dog.✌️✌️✌️

[@davidpoffenbarger3686]

You have an interesting perspective Tim, I plan to listen to more of your videos. My early upbringing wasn't necessarily "happy" and I ended up on my own around 17 years old. At that point, I had nothing, worked a minimum wage job but also lost all the stressors that resulted in a somewhat unhappy upbringing. Somewhere along in that time frame I realized I actually was pretty happy though slightly scarred from being poor. I set out on a path working towards a career that I would enjoy and also make me "rich" (I didn't even really know what rich was). Man it was hard, working all day, going to school at night, but I actually enjoyed the struggle and was very happy. My path was somewhat long but resulted in a rewarding career where I could make a positive impact on the world around me and was well compensated. I enjoyed my life, my career, married well, raised 3 awesome kids and because we always lived below our means, ended up a pretty well off retiree. My point is I believe happiness is a conscience decision that comes from inside one's self. Being happy and also financially comfortable are not mutually exclusive goals. The idea you have to be poor/broke to be happy is foreign to me. I've been poor/broke and was happy, but I like being happy with enough to live well and take care of my loved ones. Take care, stay positive and I look forward to more of you content....

[@cbmike6244]

My new favorite channel, just discovered you tonight, great content!!

[@djofortunato5799]

Your voice us like that of a long lost friend. Remembering when life's pursuits were simpler and joys abundant. Thanks & just a gentle encouraging reminder To Keep Going ! :)

[@tamikosyrie5682]

Happiness is definitely one of the goals!

[@sage4life691]

Great video! I REALLY needed to hear this at this time in my life. Thanks for sharing.

[@MJsourcr3am]

Damn dude ... I love these short videos of you. Talking facts.

[@simpleuser0001]

Thanks to Tim and others alike, I can embrace my differentness against the contemporary lifestyles and be in tune with the REAL outside. Not the "walk your dog on the side walk" outside but in forests and on mountains. I'm a couple of months away from starting this new lifestyle. I completely agree with Tim's view of the "self". Spiritual being experiencing the human body and the world.

[@bdowney14]

Thank you so much, Tim! This resonates with me strongly. I quit my full time job almost a year ago and completely changed my life. I’m so much happier, plus way healthier than before when I was participating in the American dream hamster wheel.

[@TimothyWard]

Glad to hear you are so much happier and healthier now Bryce!

[@bdowney14]

@@TimothyWard if you’re ever in northern New Mexico, give me a shout and I would be glad to show you some of my happy places here!

[@alexmeyer1581]

"life is something to be experienced not to be solved or accomplished"-- I dont remember

[@user-mj2os1gn2e]

Soren Kierkegaard

[@TheASMRlogs]

That was as close to a perfect statement as I have ever seen. Well done sir!

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you Elizabeth!