I have no ambition in life - but I feel fine

In this video I wanted to share a bit about my personal experience letting go of the weight of expectation I put on myself for so many years, and realizing that with each passing day my aspirations and goals felt less necessary in order to feel like I’ve ‘done something’ with my life. I still have things I’d like to do, but I suppose the big change is that I’m not putting pressure on myself to do things quickly or a certain way, but let life reveal itself over time. I know this doesn’t apply to everyone, but for me it’s been meaningful, so I wanted to share with the hope we can pause now and then in the midst of our busy lives to smell the roses ☺️ title: I have no ambition in life - but I feel fine

**I’m just trying to define what ambition is for me now, not what others have defined it in my life. I understand achieving anything in life could be considered having an ambition of some sort, I just wanted to talk about my process working through pressures to always be doing more and succeeding more… instead, enjoying what is enough for me and choosing not to compare, only to do my best within the confines of my own life. As someone who has struggled with workaholism and being quite anxious earlier in life, this has been a meaningful journey to me to ask myself not what I think I should want out of life, but what I truly want. And yes, I suppose this is ambitious! But I need to use words to describe what I’m trying to say, and those words can be interpreted in many ways, so I hope that this video shows that of course I have wanted to work hard to survive (and of course thrive), but that I have let go of what I previously considered ‘ambitious’ to embrace a new way of living… a very ambitious one at that: cultivating a loving interior life and finding gratitude and joy in the every day.

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[TheCottageFairy]

Sending much love ❤ I’m just trying to define what ambition is for me now, not what others have defined it in my life. I understand achieving anything in life could be considered having an ambition of some sort, I just wanted to talk about my process working through pressures to always be doing more and succeeding more… instead, enjoying what is enough for me and choosing not to compare, only to do my best within the confines of my own life. As someone who has struggled with workaholism and being quite anxious earlier in life, this has been a meaningful journey to me to ask myself not what I think I should want out of life, but what I truly want. And yes, I suppose this is ambitious! But I need to use words to describe what I’m trying to say, and those words can be interpreted in many ways, so I hope that this video shows that of course I have wanted to work hard to survive (and of course thrive), but that I have let go of what I previously considered ‘ambitious’ to embrace a new way of living… a very ambitious one at that: cultivating a loving interior life and finding gratitude and joy in the every day.

[aimeec]

My instant thought when you said "I was asked how I was going to change the world" was, you've already figured that out. Your videos leave a positive impact on so many people.

[ll]

Girl, same!!! I literally don’t want to do anything but just live and read.

[theprimitiveblackhatsociet]

I graduated high school in 1976, a time when women were told we can do it all. If we weren't doing it all, we were somehow letting down all of womanhood. So, I did, I have 3 advanced degrees, and 4 children. I worked full time and took care of family...or at least I thought I was. I had a nanny taking care of my kids and wearing myself out being active every waking minute of every day. When my kids were grown, I left my big life, retired early, and now live in a 4-room farmhouse where I spend my time in my art studio or just doing nothing. I spend time with my grandchildren and family...life is slow and simple. I am so glad you are seeing there is a plus to slow and simple in your younger years. Enjoy.

[rosesleeps]

"Working at my bookstore seems like a very boring job." Honestly, it sounds like a dream come true.

[LilyRothX]

My motto: Do what makes you Happy even if the whole world says it's Useless or Boring.

[rae]

I am exactly same. I’ve had folks ask me how I just stay home with no big plans or excursions. I’ve always loved using time to daydream and read. I never need to go out to find fulfillment. I love living quietly and peacefully with compassion and kindness. Thank you for your lovely videos.

[mylittlenorwegianlife]

Intentionally living slowly and not always conforming to the world and its views of how to "live the right way", is one of the most freeing things ever✨️🌻

[katashley]

Long ago I succumbed to my Hobbit nature, lol. It is no bad thing to celebrate a simple life. I'm never bored. But I absolutely love solitude and doing nothing, I always have. It's lovely to see so many others who feel the same. Lots of people cannot relate at all, lol.

[samuelleask]

This channel is one of my favourite safe spaces, it’s the digital equivalent a warm hug, a cosy blanket, eating hot cookies and petting my dog - all at once 😊

[everseeking]

I think all introverts must love your channel.

[susandorward]

I believe in appreciating the smalls in life. One doesn't have to live for big events. The smalls can give you a beautiful life.

[NorthToSouthChannel]

I was terrified as a teenager of never living up to my expectations, that I'd miss out on a chance of greatness, that I would "waste" my time if I wasn't pursuing my biggest dream or aspiration... that I needed to do something important on big scale... and now, here I am living an average/normal life I never imagined, and all I really care about now is spending time with the people I love. I'm so much happier knowing myself, knowing that what I truly desire is the space to dream but no obligation to make it reality, to enjoy friends and family, to create art and express my feelings. Paola, I relate so much to this video. <3

[gailzharv]

This young woman is wise beyond her years. She blesses all her viewers her wisdom. May her birthing experience be kind.

[ozzyg]

For someone with no ambition you sure do a lot - running a book store, starting a family, keeping animals, maintaining a YouTube channel channel, craft projects etc.

[foxdenham]

I'm an old man in his sixties, doing his own art & craft thing. Never so old that I cannot be encouraged, so thank you for sharing your inner world. x

[تهاميالمقرشل]

She said : "There are healthy ways to have ambitions where it doesn't mean that you are going to be happy once you achieve those goals". This should be my rule of life from today. ❤

[sophiependragon]

I'm 22. I have no ambition in life. Many times I feel like something's wrong with me for not having any drive, specially when I compare myself to people my age. I really love this quote: "we're not here to change the world, we're here to learn to love it as it is". Thank you for being an inspiration. I feel a little better about myself and my "lack of ambition" thanks to you ❤

[jordanphillips]

Being a mother is doing something with your life and being a great one can change the world, todays world doesn’t recognize the value of being a present and patient mother but it is the cornerstone of society

[skittles]

”Only a slave quantifies itself through productivity.”
-RJ Spina