Why Simplicity is Power | Priceless Benefits of Being Simple

[@jamielikescoffee]

I live a simple life in the countryside. I have a very small and basic house. I have my own little online business. I don't own a car. I am close to nature. I cycle. I write, take photos, visit coffee shops. I have come to understand that peace of mind is worth more than anything else. I find this peace in the simple life.

[@BlackJesus8463]

Wouldn't you rather have a teenage girlfriend?

[@deveshpardeshi268]

@@BlackJesus8463he wants peace of mind

[@simpelminimalistischleven]

There is so much freedom in simple living 😊

[@lz.leigh999]

Ahhh, ♥

[@lukamarko978]

Can you help me to start a small online business...?

[@tomjones8293]

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Complexity is my enemy. Any fool can make something complicated. It takes a genius to make it simple.

[@piccalillipit9211]

In fairness that is how Apple got so huge. when they launched the iPad - the worlds first tablet - the slogan was "you already know how to use it" it was so obvious and simple you could use it with no training

[@JazzyJonas]

@@piccalillipit9211 I'm sure developing, testing, and manufacturing it was rather complicated.

[@CraigStCyrPlus]

It starts simple. You're just talking to talk.

[@DomFortress]

Complexity isn't complicated, even the simplest mathematical expression of fractal design can result in detailed complexity. Your own monkey mind that's now fearful of complexity, is now making your relation with complexity complicated, by yourself virtue signaling simplicity as a reactionary ego defense.

[@kuwandak]

terry davis ahh comment

[@Rahuljha-gw8ev]

"We suffer more often in imagination than in reality." - Seneca

[@pilotrtc]

I now feel better about myself for not caring about people passing me in my career and life in general because my life has been pretty chill. Thank you!

[@JazzyJonas]

If ever jealous of someone's material success, just remember you probably wouldn't want to do everything they did in exchange for it.

[@almudenagonzalez760]

A great reflexion!!!!!! It's a pitt y that we lean too late..

[@shiptj01]

That's a good point.

[@SlapShotRegatta22]

What does it profit a man to gain the whole world but lose his soul? Mark 8:36

[@RohanGada]

well said

[@kamalimam8034]

Good point! But that does not apply a lot of times, many get lucky, they inherit wealth are born in the right place with right parents and networks which makes it much easier to acquire wealth, while others have to struggle just to make ends meet. The country you are born in decides 60% of the income you earn. And what if someone is a beautiful woman who finds some guy to support her and give her a luxurious life with none of the hard work.

[@RayRayWasAGoodBoy]

A cup of tea and listening to nature is my kind of perfect day

[@FairyHyacinth]

Me too

[@mardel420]

i often think about my friends (in our early 30s) who are constantly striving to obtain houses, nice cars, & ultimately financial freedom, and i see that they are not satisfied with their current situations; sacrificing their time and energy now, to be happy later. i'm not saying that anything is wrong with striving to achieve their goals, but i see myself with an apartment, a cheap car, a girlfriend, a cat, and a simple 9-5 job which pays for those things, and i feel completely relaxed and satisfied with my life as it is. there are of course other things i would like to have, see and experience in life, but my happiness is not dependent on achieving those things. I guess my point is, happiness can only be found here, now, and within; never there, then, and without.

[@clairedebbs9972]

I appreciate your choice and am currently striving towards a similar design of life. 😊

[@Emily-jx8em]

So beautifully put!

[@minimalea]

The less I own, the happier I get❤

[@Anon1694]

I live my life as a coffee barista. The best part of the job is connecting with people. Life is good.

[@j.m.b5441]

This is one of the reasons I became truck driver, it's just me and the road, chat with friends on the phone, travel to different locations all the time, also make a good living, no complaints, Greetings from NC, 🇺🇸!!

[@MrMoneyHelper]

I'm about to become an over the road truck driver (again). This video helped me to look at it in a different way. The waiting around can be a time to relax. Though it is NEVER a good time when there are no legal places to park a big truck and the police love writing tickets in the northeastern USA. At least I'll always have a place to sleep as long as I drive the truck.

[@j.m.b5441]

@@MrMoneyHelper I drive for a regional carrier in the southeast, doing linehaul at night time. I stay out every other day and sleep in hotels, I'd look at this possibility, if I were you, like an LTL type of company, so you don't have to deal with the lack of parking spaces for trucks, it pays really well also. Good luck!!

[@MrMoneyHelper]

​@@j.m.b5441 As a returning driver I must retrain to get the Class A license. I will work for Stevens Transport hauling food. The economy might crash but people won't stop eating. I'll always have a job with them. Though I would love to eventually have a dedicated route. All of the interstate highways look alike with the exception of mountains and deserts. Maybe UPS, FedEx, or something similar will be in my future, if I can learn to haul doubles and triples.

[@BananaNutCream]

Dude I just became a school bus driver - got me cdl and never looked back - I worked in child protection and a few other places . I make the same amount driving buses - I feel like I made a good choice . All that job bullshit ain’t worth it - live simple get your money - don’t buy material things that you can’t take when your dead

[@MrMoneyHelper]

@@BananaNutCream I was a school bus driver for three years a while ago. The pay was low. The pay is much better now. Then again, the prices of things are higher by a lot. City bus driving jobs might pay more depending on the city. That's a much more difficult job dealing with crazy people daily. I looked into private bus/tour bus jobs, and they didn't pay much either. The work was also not regular.

[@MisterGames]

Many years ago i quit my job and became a manual labourer cause if you are paying for my body and expecting my brains for free then that ain't happening. While doing a "course" for work the teacher got me aside and asked, are you a supervisor or manager or something? I said, nah just a labourer. He paused, smiled and said, well everyone has a story don't they? And over the years of labouring I met some very smart people who just wanted out of the BS and did labouring. Never judge a person by the job they do.

[@WCCXtra]

That's why I always refused "leadership" positions in different companies I worked in. There are certain parts of ourselves that just aren't for sale.

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

"Đừng bao giờ đánh giá một người qua công việc họ làm." Đúng vậy. Ví dụ: một người làm công việc thông dịch viên cho chính phủ, lương rất cao nhưng lại có đời sống tình dục lằng nhằng, nói năng thì chửi thề liên tục. Một người thì chỉ làm việc vặt trong gia đình, nhìn như thất nghiệp nhưng đời sống tình dục lại thanh khiết, nói năng thì ngôn từ chuẩn mực.

[@adelaova9868]

Your comment seems to imply that a labourer is not a 'very smart person'. Why judge a person by the job they do in the first place?

[@MisterGames]

@@adelaova9868 dont judge a person by the job they do in the first place...or... Them retelling of a story and sharing an experience and then accusing them of implying something other than what was actually written. See what happens when you tell people not to judge, while simultaneously judging them? No i don't think you do, else you wouldn't have been hypocritical in the first place. Too concerned with passing some moral judgement on someone.

[@adelaova9868]

@@MisterGames in your original comment you say you met 'some very smart people who just did labouring'. What I am asking is: why is that unusual/surprising, as if a labourer was not supposed to be a smart person? I don't understand the indignation and accusation in your reply.

[@deveshpardeshi268]

My name is Yoshikage Kira. I'm 33 years old. My house is in the northeast section of Morioh, where all the villas are, and I am not married. I work as an employee for the Kame Yu department stores, and I get home every day by 8 PM at the latest. I don't smoke, but I occasionally drink. I'm in bed by 11 PM, and make sure I get eight hours of sleep, no matter what. After having a glass of warm milk and doing about twenty minutes of stretches before going to bed, I usually have no problems sleeping until morning. Just like a baby, I wake up without any fatigue or stress in the morning. I was told there were no issues at my last check-up. I'm trying to explain that I'm a person who wishes to live a very quiet life. I take care not to trouble myself with any enemies, like winning and losing, that would cause me to lose sleep at night. That is how I deal with society, and I know that is what brings me happiness. Although, if I were to fight I wouldn't lose to anyone.

[@clairedebbs9972]

This is such an admirable thing to do! We'll done and thanks for sharing. 😊

[@glowiever]

​@@clairedebbs9972lmao, did you not know what he typed?

[@mackbolan5126]

Morioka?

[@cloaeveroentuam]

Killer Queen!

[@echo_chambeRR]

holy shit it's him

[@djamilamones4073]

"they whip themselves, calling it 'ambition'". Haaa, so well phrased.

[@becomingdauntless8821]

Something I want to share with everyone. I've been working in this particular role at my company for 4 years now and at several times, I've turned down the offer of a promotion (the natural course is to move up the ladder). Of course, it means more money, status etc but I know it also carries alot more stress, pressure and expectation. The reason why in the meantime, I 'choose' to stay in what has become a comfort zone for me is because I am very good at this role, feel valued, people look to me and in truth, there's more security and longevity in this role for me than if I were to move up. I don't care if people think I'm not ambitious because my ambitions lie elsewhere outside of work. American Writer, John Steinback once wrote: "They are all very clever if they want something. They just know the nature of things too well to be caught in that wanting". In principle, do what brings you contentment and don't follow or listen to the crowd. Its' your life to live and not theirs.

[@clairedebbs9972]

That's the same way I see it. I already have a life (outside my work/ working hours) which I cherish, enjoy and protect.

[@MrMoneyHelper]

The US military won't let officers remain in their same positions or rank forever. If they don't get promoted within a certain amount of time they are forced out. That is why when the movie Top Gun Maverick showed the Tom Cruise character still in active service, I saw the error in the movie. After seeing this video I have a different perspective on my position in this world.

[@herrweiss2580]

John Steinbeck*

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

Nói hay quá "Họ chỉ biết quá rõ bản chất của sự việc để không bị mắc kẹt trong mong muốn đó". Ví dụ: Khi tôi đến tuổi lấy chồng, cho tới trong giai đoạn lứa tuổi sinh sản thì họ hàng tôi họ nhiệt tình làm mai mối, giới thiệu người xem mắt, tôi không bằng lòng thì họ luôn dùng hết lời lẽ từ nói ngọt đến dè bỉu. Nhưng tôi luôn có lý do xác đáng tại sao không chấp nhận. Vì sao? Vì tôi biết quá rõ bản chất của sự việc để không bị mắc kẹt trong mối quan hệ đó. Đúng là khi con người còn quá "lo chuyện bao đồng", "giúp người để thoả mãn cái tôi", chứ không phải vì lẽ thật, trí tuệ thấy biết như thật thì đây là nguyên tắc sống "Hãy làm những gì khiến bạn hài lòng và đừng làm theo đám đông. Đó là cuộc sống của bạn chứ không phải của họ." Tôi đã nói thẳng với ba mẹ và họ hàng của tôi rằng là "Không ai sống thay ai." Sống gần với những người xung quanh có tư tưởng nhiều si mê, tham lam, sân giận thì thật là mệt. Ví dụ: ba tôi còn có suy nghĩ là tới tuổi lấy chồng thì lấy đại đi cho có tiếng có chồng, rồi về ly dị cũng được. Nghe câu này mà cười ra nước mắt. Thấy thương ba tôi quá, sống làm sao mà có tư tưởng dại dột quá vậy. Hà cớ gì phải sống như thế. Nhưng tôi từng nghe câu nói sống gần người có chí hướng chân lý, thiện tri thức thì giúp mình phát triển, còn sống gần người có tư tưởng tệ thì còn giúp mình phát triển cấp số nhân, nhảy vọt. Và câu nói trong ai cũng có cái đẹp, cái hay, điểm hay nhất đó là ai cũng có thể thành Phật.

[@helmysetiabudi9915]

Funny enough a girl rejected me because i chose to life simple. I wasn't enough for her, probably. So, yeah, i accepted the reality and moved on with my own life. I'm glad i chose this simple life. It is me anyway

[@letsgo5713]

Usually women don't like simple mens

[@anniemesrobian8587]

👍

[@lobiaking8318]

@@letsgo5713why is it like that

[@tracymcgrady4867]

​@@lobiaking8318its boring they dont get wet

[@letsgo5713]

@@lobiaking8318 bcos for most of them they interpret being simple as lack,lazy,no ambition etc they are natural consumers attracted to wealth and affluence. We mens don't need much to live, BCOS of them the world is like it this, from my observation they were created as a distraction to men combine with a little bit of pleasure attached. If u ask Ur self why majority of mens chase wealth? for the most part is bcos of them and dt comes with a lot of sacrifices,practically u become a slave endless chasing. At d end just do u, u may meet someone dt fit u lifestyle....

[@Iksvomid]

The best city to live in? You guessed it, simplicity!

[@deathmetalpotato]

*groan*

[@central3338]

This is deep & creative❤

[@adelaova9868]

This made me smile! I love it!

[@Cmchristich88]

Hahaha I see what you did here, love this!

[@GrantMcLeod-u2r]

I have always lived a simple life. I have always been introverted, and cannot relate to the modern, materialistic world. I retired at age 55, and have had 22 years of peace and contentment with my 3 cats. They make me so happy, and they are thankful just to "have the day" and live in the moment. I had to get off of the hamster wheel because I could not compete with the majority of "successful" people in life. When my father died, I witnessed him going into the retort (oven). The same with my brother. Not to be "gruesome" but to be aware of what we face at the end of this short life. We take nothing with us. Be content to be "alive in the moment". That is all we really have. Thank you for your inspiring videos and insights into Wisdom. Grant Mc Leod

[@lobiaking8318]

I wish I could but I’m just 26y and the economy is bad as fuk and inflation is killing us it feels like drowning slowly in the sea

[@Ponob-roy]

​@@lobiaking8318live a simple life.

[@PaigeSquared]

During my more recent bout of depression, my tabby was the primary source of connection and love. He showed me the contentment in each moment, like you mentioned. Happy to be here, with a soft blanket and full tummy.

[@GluteusMax777]

What is the meaning of your life? Just live. Do what you enjoy.

[@PaigeSquared]

@@GluteusMax777 I understand, but I do wish I had known before I had a kid. It doesn't feel like I can do what I want, my time hasn't been my own since the kid was born. I know that indirectly, I did choose to keep the kid (even if I thought I was going to have my husband around to help) and so technically I am doing "what I want." But I don't really want to do this with my time. I would like time to wash my hair or see friends. I have had trouble applying this idea with my reality. If I could do what I wanted, I wouldn't be making three meals a day, I wouldn't be picking up toys off the floor, and I wouldn't be fighting a brat about why he has to brush his teeth, only for him to go to his dad who will tell him he doesn't have to listen to me. My time hasn't been my own for years, because I am the only person who cares about whether my kid is okay or not.

[@rjbiii]

The amount of hours I've spent on youtube researching what thing to buy is insane

[@MrMoneyHelper]

That is most of the fun of shopping. Hunting for the best thing. It's not a bad thing if it helps you to get what you want. If you get the right thing and later it isn't as good as expected, sell it at a loss and get a better version. You avoid clutter that way.

[@RobFomenko]

The many hours I've spent on KZbin. How to perform a task, fix a thing, find a great place to live, and to to fill some quiet moments with laughter, or news is never wasted to me. Me. If I look on KZbin to find a review of something it's because I want to buy something that is good and not waste my time and money on something that others found fault with. But buying something because you need. It, is different because you just want it or other people tell you you should want it. I have a huge problem with advertisements and advertisers. I used to make a big deal about it and my ex-wife used to hate when I did. She liked commercials. What kind of person likes commercials?

[@MrMoneyHelper]

​@@RobFomenko I am not against advertising. When there is an advertisement that gives me information about something that I need or desire, it helps me to know what exists. I actually prefer advertisements to pushy sales pitches by people. The internet is awesome for testimonials. There might be some fake ones, but real ones exist too. Gadget magazines are essentially big advertisements. Often they have new things about which I would never have thought. I love those. I don't need to buy every gadget out there but it is fun to know they exist. It is true that tv or video ads get annoying when there are ten of them in a row. Ads won't make me buy the product unless I want the product. Ads just inform us. For the weak minds ads probably seem like commands. When I look at cable TV channels devoted to selling things, to me, it is clear that the hosts don't actually love most of the products. Yet they act like they do. Such must be a life sucking job for anybody with the tiniest amount of integrity.

[@rayko12345]

“I’ve made an odd discovery. Every time I talk to a savant, I feel quite sure that happiness is no longer a possibility. Yet when I talk with my gardener, I’m convinced of the opposite.” ― Bertrand Russell This quote is related to the people making a living from just parking cars for rich people.

[@undeadmonkey9122]

Anger can be useful when being simple. Hear me out, exercise. I’m a disabled Vet, I like the simple life, but was angry during my younger years, I found exercise, or intense physical therapy as I call it now, helps me focus that anger to something. Balance.

[@60sekundenpolitik]

You are right, I was also in the military and realized that working out calms me down. I work out every day.

[@BlackJesus8463]

Young people are angry because society is absurd. Good for you finding your own way. 👍

[@minhvufunny6917]

I am so stress and tired with my life. I think your comment will help me to do exercise or go around under trees much.

[@ncedwards1234]

For those of you looking to reduce the burden or choice, you cannot avoid choice entirely, but you can make substitutes such as deciding ahead of time how you will make your decision. Examples: 1. i'll buy the cheapest one that works. 2. If i'm caught between two good choices, i'll pick the one that's closer to my hand at the moment of indecision. 3. At the restaurant, i'll order the first item on the list i enjoy thinking about and not look at the rest of the menu, even if everyone else takes 10+ minutes to order. 4. i'll buy the product with the shortest name. 5. i don't even need to buy anything, so i'll stay home to enjoy the sun and moon for free.

[@momoparrot]

This channel is a real gem!

[@thelearningstation289]

Not only owning less but deal with less people. I found happiness with animals, small very, small group of friends.

[@asheikh2877]

I agree simplicity is the way forward. It makes life easier to understand!

[@sir_albaxious1909]

'Life is simple. We insist on making it complicated.' *Lao Tzu*

[@kobinsadvance]

He always post something whatever is going through my mind at the moment. This is the magic of Einzelgänger.

[@davidharvey6971]

When you were talking about negativity it reminded me of a Dorothy Parker poem. "Four be the things I am wiser to know: Idleness, sorrow, a friend, and a foe".

[@j-trandell9274]

You're in Indonesia? Lucky you! I've lived here for 33-yrs. Indonesia is a gem, an absolute gem of a place!!

[@kayleighdriessen]

Simplicity and peace, truly underrated but precious qualities to apply to aspects of your own life.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*OH MY GOD* yeah I never thought - I used to get a date a week to a date a month when I was like 18 or 20 just going to the clubs, just as a byproduct of going out it was not the PURPOSE of going out, but you would just get chatting. 90% never went anywhere but that was kinda not the purpose - just meet up for a coffee or a drink, it was just "a social life" Ive just realised that's hardly a thing for young people now.

[@lobiaking8318]

The internet and smartphone has fuked everything it’ll never be the same in fact it looks like we’re turning to a lifestyle like in the movie the robots

[@gilbertodepiento8521]

Mama told me when I was young "Come sit beside me, my only son And listen closely to what I say And if you do this it'll help you Some sunny day" Thank You Einzelganger❤

[@EcomCarl]

Absolutely agree with your insights on simplicity-reducing noise in our environment and choices not only clears the mind but it can boost our effectiveness. It's a timeless strategy that encourages focus and prioritizes what's truly important. 💡

[@Vantitas]

I’m so glad I’ve adopted the minimalist lifestyle years ago whereas I’m grateful and content with what I have than always chasing the next best thing, which helped me be less materialistic. As long as my needs are always being met over my wants, I’ll be fine with whatever life throws at me.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*EVERY TIME I STRIP COMPLEXITY* from my life it gets better I bought a typewriter last month, I literally sleep better the days I write on that V the days I use the computer.

[@therichbuddha3277]

It's the light from the screen :/

[@piccalillipit9211]

@@therichbuddha3277 I dont think so as I have the blue light dimmed by a "natural paper" app on my iMac. I think it is the clutter and the constant mental distraction that I could look at this or do that. My physiological stress recorded on my Garmin fitness watch goes UP when I work on the computer and DOWN when I work on the Typewriter - I dont have an actual answer as to why this is. My working hypothesis is the human brian can COPE with a lot more complexity than is good for it. So the fact we CAN work this incredibly complicated system like an iMac, does not mean its good for us. I think its like exercise - we can do a lot for a short time, but we cant do a lot for a long time.

[@piccalillipit9211]

@@therichbuddha3277 I dont think so as I have the blue light dimmed by a "natural paper" app on my iMac. I think it is the clutter and the constant mental distraction that I could look at this or do that.

[@piccalillipit9211]

@@therichbuddha3277 Ive replied to you 3 times but it keeps deleting my reply

[@MrMoneyHelper]

I miss the analog life, though I love the internet. It brought me here to learn so many great things about spirituality. I own a motor scooter that has no computers. I own a cell phone only because work requires one. Once I settle into my next job, it will be possible for me to stop using my phone most of the time (if not all of the time). I will connect to the internet using a hot spot and use VOIP for phone calls. I won't be tracked anymore by companies wanting my personal information.

[@zeytee]

The funny thing is it's so much harder to embrace simplicity, because humans' intelligence most of the time is against themselves - thinking more is more. Love this video, keep it up!

[@randompie5558]

Always love your content even without watching

[@Dzztzt]

What?

[@BlackJesus8463]

@@Dzztzt Its called listening.

[@jacko717]

"Simple is better." - this is my mantra.

[@JohnMurphy-dw6ml]

When I was in the United States Marine Corps all I had was my footlocker and my seabag and I was much happier!

[@find2hard]

I'm commuting between my simple life and my desire to take charge and grasp the opportunities that present themselves.

[@paulahoskins9972]

Thank you.

[@JasmineKaelin1997]

I’m so glad how watching this video now truly resonnates with my life and the changes i am trying to make. I’m happy that those who watch this are also part of an evolutionnary step for human beings. Thank you Einzelgänger for voicing all your thoughts, that feels always reassuring and less mentally-lonely about views on today’s society versus the higher wisdom we are acheiving. 🙏

[@monikah9747]

I am slowly becoming a minimalist myself, we’ll get there.

[@Rahuljha-gw8ev]

"The greater the difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it. Skillful pilots gain their reputation from storms and tempests." - Epictetus

[@MrMundp]

Wow! Just as one guy's comment in another recent video I've been struggling (thinking) with the questions posed in this one and on the previous two of the most recent uploads. Your videos gave much fruit for thought! A long-standing follower of your content.

[@KK-oe2zp]

One of the best channels in KZbin . Please come to Malaysia too , Sabah in particular. Have a safe journey. Thank you

[@quazimahmed]

I want to seriously make the journey to a simple life. Thanks for creating a foundation in terms of a mindset.

[@carolyn6689]

Hello ,I am glad to see a new video from you here.Always insightful videos from you and def eye opening.❤I find myself at one time or another , at a crossroads between too much busyness or being too lazy and putting things off .More times than none though ..I find myself trying to do multiple things at once and rushing "Never actually focusing on enjoying the moment😩

[@adamreich3228]

I lived a simple life, and now I live a busy life, I do what moves me. I didn't care about achievement, and now I do, I just go where life takes me and do what I have to. Sounds simple, but the details rarely are. Cool video.

[@kennydebique6192]

I'm a simple person. All I want is food, shelter and a little fun on the side.

[@phillipharding6610]

Well said ! 1000 % Correct Bud …. 😊

[@MDOM-sk5id]

I saw the thumbnail and said: I must watch the video to understand how to be simple ! but I just skipped the video because to be simple is to accept you don't have to understand everything to be simple.

[@fede170493]

This is an amazing video with a beautiful message. Thank you so much and very much for it.

[@misellia1269]

Hi! I hope you enjoyed your time in indonesia, I’m Indonesian and I’ve been following your channel since pandemic. I love all your content, they helped my anxiety so much!

[@jpmor7327]

Simplicity is evolutions highest form.

[@contactdi8426]

Ohh boi!! Achieevment society comparison is exemplary!! Amazing eye opener

[@brurcemuhammadmecca7154]

I am based in Greater Jakarta (so I recognize some places in your video!) and I've been following your account for a long time. Your videos helped me think of the better ways to navigate my life in an achievement society. Thank you so much! PS: I hope you enjoy it here.

[@indianfirst1883]

The articulation of simple life and how less is more is just beautifully done in this video. Thanks for the video.

[@doriasmith2475]

“Less is more”! Enjoy the simple things in life!! Be happy with yourself is key for me!!! Thanks for sharing this awesome video!!!!!!😇💫💫💫

[@sandev9470]

KNOWING and SIMPLE Education is a humbling experience. The more you learn, the more aware you become of how much you do not know. A 'know it all' who has it all figured out, has closed the door to new opportunities for development and growth.

[@nickyliu8762]

_Simplex veri sigillum_ Simplicity is the seal of truth This has been my motto for life

[@Iceni007]

'All that you can't leave behind' - is pretty much all you need. And as Bono sings on that U2 album opening song: "it's a beautiful day, don't let it get away".

[@reignman2103]

Im so glad I found this channel

[@ryanardinss127]

welcome to Indonesia, hope you enjoy your time here

[@rics1883]

Nothing in my life at the moment giving me peace, maybe simplicity is the way but I won't mind not existing. I won't miss this life

[@do_pamina]

There are a lot of thing to live for. Maybe you won't miss your current life but the life you could have in the future. Think about what needs to change. I know it is hard but since you are here watching the video, you know there is a way, a better, realistic life waiting

[@chelichnamuda]

I'm sorry to see you are so pessimistic. I can tell you that it's just a phase. It will end with time. Take your time to decide: Change your life or, if you can't, change yourself. You can always change yourself. Good luck and take care of yourself.

[@sebastianosuch273]

Your channel is a pearl among all the others

[@sirblankenship]

3:50 You have to watch out making these inferences. It could be that those who are more stressed (higher cortisol) are more messy.

[@atrociousliar3314]

I work on my own in a manual type job. It's bliss.

[@jamestiono2292]

Woohooo, you featured Jakarta hahah. I was rather confused at first because there were many clips of the city. Turns out you were here hahah. Hope you had a pleasant visit to Indonesia. 🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

[@bigmoneymoose4644]

thank you for your videos. took me so long to begin to understand Wu Wei and this page has kept me grounded on seeking it for like the last 5 years until i began to understand it.

[@TheTrevelyansway]

I own one car, carry no debt except mortgage and will be done with that in a year or two. Let me breathe the air.

[@dikshya_kharka_chetry]

this is my favourite channel on KZbin

[@richardh1542]

Freedom from consumerism. I went to Costco to get a few items.. and just look at everyone’s carts over stuffed with unnecessary things.. greed has taken over people’s mentality. The more you have the more clutter!

[@lovethyneibor22736]

“To bear children into this world is like carrying wood to a burning house.” ― Peter Wessel Zapffe

[@BlackJesus8463]

Yup! People living vicariously through their children like they can pick who they are. That's why we need to protect individuals from collectivism.

[@rogerm3708]

As someone with several children, it's a toss of the dice how children turn out if the parents fail in most effectively shaping them. You can carry wood into a burning house that won't ignite, if you protect it in a fire retardant container

[@Pondapple]

"To have a child is to be a hostage to fortune."

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

Câu nói hay, có phần đúng thực tế. Nhưng tôi hy vọng góp công sức nhỏ như con kiến nhỏ nhất để giúp được đứa trẻ nào đó có thể thấy hoa sen trong lò lửa, có thể thấy thứ trong cây củi không bị thiêu đốt, luôn trường tồn, đó là cái tâm trong sáng, lẳng lặng. Và đứa trẻ đó cũng bắt đầu chia sẻ cái thấy đó đến người khác để họ cũng được thấy.

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

@rogerm3708 không có thùng nào bảo đảm chống cháy đâu bạn. Vẫn bị cháy như bao nhiêu cây củi khác thôi. Chỉ có điều là tất cả mọi cây củi đều có 1 điểm không cháy, đó chính là là chân tâm. Mà bản thân cây củi lại không hề nhận ra thế mới thật đáng thương.

[@jimwelsh905]

Trying this after 60 years of striving. Time will tell. How do I donate to this channel via PayPal?

[@dewabule]

Quality over quantity, works every time 😇

[@threepercenter0377]

"speaking words of wisdom...let it be." 🕉️

[@naveenverma1334]

I feel gracefull that I found this channel 🌺💐🌼🌼🌸 feeling blessed 🙏 ❤ lot of love to all human animal nature river. And this whole 🌎

[@wildfoodietours]

Simple living has always been my motto, and even moreso now that I may be forced into a very early retirement. Luckily, I have enough.

[@bwderge187]

This video came on exactly when I needed it. Great stuff.

[@LoveInTheLight]

Fantastic content! Thank you ❤ 😊

[@MidnightMinimalist]

I couldn’t agree more with this video. Simplicity is life ❤

[@RobFomenko]

I went from a 3,500 square foot house to a a 320 square foot motorhome and I lived in that for the last 4 years with my German Shepherd dog. Now it's for sale. Got rid of everything I owned. Except for clothes and a few other items. Now I'm heading to Thailand. I don't know that I'll have a simplistic life at first, but that would be my goal. I'll be heading into a small apartment in a condominium. Where I won't own anything. Just the clothes in on my back, and a bank account. Hey, I don't want to get too much more simplistic than that. I always like the movie Jack reacher though where he walks around with nothing and when his clothes get dirty and torn he just goes and gets new old ones. Always good to be reminded.

[@peterburk8185]

I really enjoyed this video you created. It’s simple and fulfilling. Thank you for the subtle reminder

[@AnthonyStJames-yn8nr]

I can draw a parallel with this on pocket knives. There are those that can be bought for around $25 and they can serve you for years without a scratch. And there are those knives that are worth dozens of times and can also serve you as long. But, which among the two are you willing to use, to open a can of tuna, to peel an apple with, or to use for camping. I'd bet you'd be crying if the couple of hundred dollar blade broke, but not so much with the cheaper one.

[@Rahuljha-gw8ev]

"If you are distressed by anything external, the pain is not due to the thing itself, but to your estimate of it; and this you have the power to revoke at any moment." - Marcus Aurelius

[@mariolambrechts3306]

The life lessons i teach my kids, breath, drink, eat healty, shelter, heat, love and family, all the rest is a luxury problem, its ok to have things, but make shure they dont stress you

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

Dạy con uống rượu sao?

[@_Sho_oK]

What people need is simple, what people want makes life complicated. Ambition is not bad as long as we find the balance in it, have a point where you should be content with what you have.

[@shawnbottom4769]

Know thyself. Some of the greatest minds the world has ever known were very cluttered people and it worked just fine for them. Don't conflate external indicators of achievement with self-betterment and realizing your potential. Both are complicated. Finally, don't envy the person working that simple day job when their society refuses to pay them a living wage (even though society can't function without them).

[@TheAmro003]

"It is not a daily increase, but a daily decrease. Hack away at the inessentials."' - Bruce Lee

[@robertberns5220]

Thanks!

[@FairyEnergyHealer]

Thanks for this. I love simplicity. ❤❤

[@infoworldnow-ig6lo]

This video touched my heart, it's amazing

[@Exercise_as_Medicine]

Reminds me of the story of Siddhartha, by Herman Hesse ❤

[@zariyahcampos3565]

I need this in my life rn

[@aldrindsouza8068]

I am not sure if i am expressing my views correctly without missing the point: no doubt living a life of simplicity is the best thing for anyone. I for one would have certainly loved to do it. I love simplicity. On the other the challenge is that of being with people around you (mainly within ones own family )who have other views and one would have to isolate oneself from them practically eventually if one has the power to do so. While we all are called to challenge and be challenged inorder to bring the best out of each other to make the world a better place , striking a balance and holding ones peace can be very difficult. So whether it is within ones family or workplace or the public in general there are challenges to keep simple (in several ways) while living among people who have ambitions (which i am not against) and have to give in to pressures. If most chose to be simple and practice it that wud have been paradise on earth. But in todays world consumerism has taken over to the extremes which this video rightly pointed out makes eats into ones happiness of simplicity. So my challenge is where does one draw the line and keep a compromise and hold ones peace while trying to live in harmony with the people around.

[@ricardoveiga007]

Thank you

[@lovethyneibor22736]

“Not having children derives not from dislike, but from love too great to bring them into this world, too limited, too vain, too cruel.” ― Michel Onfray

[@esyphillis101]

Ironically the solutions to the cruelty of this world is precisely to raise children who are good and kind.

[@lovethyneibor22736]

Ironically, the best ways to protect kids is to not make them in the first place

[@esyphillis101]

@@lovethyneibor22736 that is a selfish reason. Proof: if everyone adopted your mentality of not wanting to raise children because life is hard, the human race would eventually end.

[@ngocthamhuynh9966]

Tôi chọn lựa không có con vì tôi thương con tôi. Một trong những lý do để tôi chắc chắn không sinh con là: từ nhỏ tôi được ba mẹ của tôi cho ăn thịt, cá, khi tôi lớn một chút, bắt đầu biết phụ giúp việc nhà thì tôi chính là người chế biến, nấu món ăn, tôi thản nhiên mần cá, đập đầu cá, mổ bụng, lột da, hoàn toàn xem nó là món ăn, nhưng sau này tôi tự nghiên cứu sách Phật học, tôi hiểu thương con vật, biết rằng nó cũng ham sống sợ chết như con người thì tại sao mình bị đau một chút đã không chịu nổi, đã run sợ, mà lại nỡ lòng dồn con vật vào chỗ chết. Đó là một nỗi đau giằng xé của tôi. Tôi quyết định không mang thai, không sinh con, tôi không muốn có thêm người phải giết con vật để nuôi sống thân người, đó là nỗi đau cho chính người đó, đã sinh ra thì phải sống, muốn sống thì ăn, mà ăn thì dù ăn động vật hay thực vật thì đều có giết hại con vật.

[@adithyapoetriquraini7243]

Parking men in Indonesia are frowned upon by the middle class worker who feels they earn honest living while parking men are mostly organized by mafia. It's kinda ridiculous to see parking men in every small shop/restaurants where their 'job' are not needed at all. They're literally everywhere.

[@lostdaze1145]

Is life in itself simplicity ✨️

[@notfriendly4763]

As an Indonesian fyi a parking guy can make money four to five times than more than our average minimum wage, in our country even they is count as big mafia

[@chiabatta99]

You must achieve the stressful life to be able to fully choose a simple life. If all you have known is a simple life, then you are only giving yourself an excuse to not fully self actualize.