failed dreams and rural living - re-writing my story

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failed dreams and rural living - re-writing my story

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[TheCottageFairy]

Sending a big hug to all of you this week 🤗
chasing dreams has taught me a lot ❤️ perhaps the most important is that nothing will resolve my relationship with myself but patience and commitment to developing that inner foundation of self-worth that is stable and strong. So achieving something is never really a failure, though I thought it worthwhile to look into how I didn’t get what I thought I would out of my dreams. An interesting topic to discuss, I think! At least to me, I appreciate your insights as well! Much love ❤️ now I pursue much more reasonable ‘gentle’ dreams, which is to just do my best today. Btw, I hope to have Luke in a video soon so you can officially meet him! Soon, I hope!

[keepitonthesunnyside]

She is living a life, or portraying a life, from a kinder, gentler time, which is why we are all so transfixed with this channel. She seems as if she, herself, is from another era. I love watching her videos. This is FREE mental health therapy! My mind relaxes and my heart slows down as I take in all the beauty she offers!

[princessanthony]

I’m only 17 years old but you convince me everyday to pursue a quiet, magical life ♡

[carolmorris]

Paola, as a fellow introvert, I can only say that you’re living the dream right now. Yes, sometimes I hate that I’m not bold and sociable, but, then a good book, cup of tea and my own company reminds me how much I LOVE my introversion. You’ve created such a wonderful life, full of creativity, art, solitude, and to share it with us is both an honor and joy. Thank you so much for sharing yourself with us 🥰

[DanielCPhillips]

There is something really comforting and escapist, for a traditional guy living in a fast paced 21st century city, to know that there is still a little part of the world that is feminine, gentle, humble, and is often wise, born of reflection on experience. That sees the beauty in the smallest of details - that actually mean a lot. That is living in a way that is in alignment with, and appreciative of nature, plants and animals, and values the arts, crafts and skills of yesteryear. You have no idea how valuable and rare all of these qualities, skills, beliefs and ways of life are. Or how much you brighten the days of others, by just sharing your daily life! Thank you for being a virtual oasis, that allows others to experience things just for a few minutes, that you don't realise how much you value, until they are not there! Greetings and best wishes from Sydney, Australia! :-D

[jazfarm]

“I am not here to achieve great things.” Words more should give themselves permission to live buy.

[ericachacon]

Having grown up with messaging that went something like 'unless you leave a lasting legacy on the world, your life will have been wasted, ' your message in this video really resonates w/ how I'm feeling lately. I too, have been blessed with the ability to move to a rural area, & enjoy quiet, introverted pursuits such as making art, learning about regenerative agriculture, etc. It has taken over 40yrs for me to learn that a life spent in quiet reflection isn't a waste at all, if it makes me happy. 😊

[blackthornsloe]

🦋🌱
It's taken me fifty two years to fully release the gnawing fear that I will never be enough . I have looked that monster in the eye, surrendered to the biggest fear, pulled into myself and begun to live a small life full of plants, walks, books, paints and canvases . I've put a serious moratorium on ambition and self criticism .
After two years something good has begun to happen . I'm truly happy to wake up in the morning . 🦋🌱

[simpleextrovert]

I’m just repeating for the new comers. Paola has decided to give us a very good experience with her videos by not adding ads to the middle of her videos. Just at the beginning and ending. I’m so moved by this act of selflessness. As such, I’ve decided to ensure that I watch the ads so she gains the revenue. After that long epistle 😂 I’m just saying, you can do the same too. All the best!

[donnaallgaier-lamberti]

A friend also asked me this; "Do you regret buying your property in the country and living there, now that you have had to leave?" I found myself saying this. No, I do not regret having made the big change, having homesteaded, renovated a house and built a business etc. It was my dream, and I made my dream come true. How many people can say that?

[bonesonstones]

I'm usually not a sappy person, but I think you changed my life today. I've been struggling so hard with doubts about the choices I've made, and being worthy just by BEING. Yours words hit me like a ton of bricks. They make a difference, I wanted you to know that.

[her.wanderings]

"I am here to simply be" - What a wonderful line. Thank you.

[juliamahjoub]

What a wonderful cat trying to touch everything around . It's really curious😊😊

[annadudekmill]

yes, well fed and rested is the greatest success in life...i am not even joking

[sylviayvette]

The cat is doing a fantastic job at trying to help great video

[desertrose]

Dear Paola, your dreams certainly did not fail you, rather they were the compass that directed you to arrive at such a profound realization, that you are worthy because you are a creation of the divine as we all are. I so needed this reminder today, as someone who is bullied myself. Never change, you are so deeply treasured.

[jeromeburdine]

Awww, the little baby sticking his paw in the water, sooo cute!!!

[kaitlinmeadows]

After years of exhaustively caring for others as a mother, friend, hospice nurse, etc. a wise friend said to me “what your are doing to yourself is self abuse and only you can heal that.” Turned me toward a new path that you are helping me embrace with joy!

[saraofisla]

"a person doesn’t need to achieve anything to be extraordinary"

your videos are unbelievably aesthetic, thoughtful and calming. exactly what i needed today. thank you for sharing💛

[tr]

The scenes with the kitten are incredibly charming. I can’t get enough of her!! 💕💕