SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE | 5 Things You Can Stop Doing Today

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Let's talk about ways to simplify your life. I share 5 things you can stop doing today, to live more simply and create more breathing room. I think that most people will be able to relate to the things I mention here, because we all do these things sometimes (including me). Simple living and minimalism don't mean that we'll never be stressed or busy again. But they do make it easier to get back to where we want to be quicker. So let's talk about it!

Lots of love,
🌼 Vera

VIDEO CHAPTERS
Intro 0:00
Complexity bias 00:49
Doing instead of overthinking 4:39
What your life looks like from the outside 6:44
What you wish was different 9:09
Overcommitting yourself 12:30

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[SimpleHappyZen]

This is what summer filming is like 😅 Weird changes in the lighting, traffic noises from the open window. Anyway, which of these 5 resonated with you the most?

[ellyrenee]

I really needed to hear “doing instead of overthinking.” I’ll really spend a whole day “planning” the best way to do something like cleaning the house or like exercising like your example… but really it’s just procrastinating 😭

[davidp]

All good suggestions Vera. What resonates the most with me is not over-committing. I LOVE having an open schedule with AT MOST one thing on each day's calendar. I also suggest doing things when you feel the need to do them... within reason. If you are hungry... eat. If you are sleepy... nap. Of course being retired makes these things easy for me. 😄

[sarahcongress]

I love living in reality - minimizing thoughts - organizing thoughts - staying present. So important.

[PsiologaLilyValentina]

Hi Vera! Your home, you, your videos... is all so Zen. I enjoy listening your voice. Makes me feel peace. Thank you for these wonderful tips. Xo from Mexico City.

[JoanSilva]

All 5 resonated. I work with folks around simplifying their money life and never fail they end up making it complicated (#1) once again. Like you said, simple doesn't seem "right" to them. And the last one about commitments, I used to overcommit and a few years ago released myself from this habit. Such freedom exists on the other side!

Your videos are always so rich, beautiful, and peaceful. Thank you.

[ksk]

Hi Vera. I love Saturdays with you! #3 really resonates with me. I stuffed my feelings for most of my life…from employers, from husbands, from parents, from friends. With good therapy, I began feeling my feelings and not worrying about whether they are “good” or “bad”. With #4, I had to realize that I am grateful for my life even though my husband died 7 years ago, my mom died just 7 months ago, and my “second mom” died three weeks later. Although I miss them all every single day, I am grateful for them being in my life and the love we shared. They were all sick, and I am grateful that they are no longer in pain. Your videos bring such calm and peace to my soul, and I appreciate you more than I can say.

[leslovesliberty]

#5 is the most important & challenging for me. I used to say yes to every request & then end up feeling overwhelmed, exhausted & dreading every event. I've finally learned that I require alot of quiet time alone to feel good & just don't have the energy or desire to do as many things as some people do & that's OK! I have responsibilities of course but I *deserve* to enjoy my l life! 🙏😊🌿

[Sera_Vaz]

Vera, I like how you keep coming up with new content often! This gives us a proof that whatever you are talking about in the videos is working in real life. 😃

[marya.]

I had never heard of complexity bias before... what an eye opener! Thanks for a great video as always Vera!

[pinapleable]

Thanks for your work! 😊 I really loved the end of the 2nd point "focus on doing the most important things first and then just see how much time and energy you have left", greeting from France!

[arienproceso]

Thank you so much for all of this ❤❤❤❤❤

[chrstopherblighton-sande]

Doing instead of overthinking has to be the one that resonated with me the most! It's such a simple yet powerful point and one that I know I still have to practice a lot. I really enjoyed these 5 tips, they get to the heart of minimalism I think and can help people avoid the pitfall of minimalism, or simple living or even self-care, becoming yet another complex burden instead of something that makes life easier and more enjoyable.

Well done for filming in the heat! It's been very hot here too for the past couple of weeks (and set to get to record breaking levels in the next few days 😥) so you have my admiration for filming! I hope that some deliciously fresh breezes and cooler temps arrive with you soon. 😊

[emanuelad]

Thank you for ur teaching. I learned a while ago the 80% rule. Sometimes I forget it but when I remember it, helps. Not to struggle to achieve 100% but 80% it’s good enough. This gives me courage to start and gives me satisfaction for a work even if it was 80% perfect. 😌hugs.

[rosemarywilliams]

So true. For me fancy and complicated never last. I keep it as simple as possible.

[pj]

Usually I don't like video that tell me what not to do. I find them very negative and I was kind of surprised when I read the tittle.
Of course I was so wrong and this video is one of your top 10!
Thank you Vera, you are a special person and I'm glad that I found you some years ago
Regards from Greece

[perezlourdes]

#4 resonates a lot. Wishing things were different instead of appreciating present reality. Waking up and just breathing is a gift!
Love your videos!

[rollypolypress]

When I couldn’t think straight.. I simply ordered Lite n Easy for dinner every night (great ready cooked meals) and had half a glass of wine and a piece of dark chocolate every night for 4 years. This is simplicity!

[mariaalfredsson]

Doing the most important thing first resonated with me the most, I actually used that mindset today at work and I managed to do the same things as last Friday but feeling much less stressed. Less stressed also added to a calmer start of the weekend. ☺️

[deniseconner]

I find making a morning list keeps me more focused