Kill Your Stress - Choose The Simple Life

Life can be hard, but sometimes we bring hardship on ourselves through our own decisions. This one is especially important for youngsters that haven't yet made any big life decisions that they can't back out of. But even if you're older with bigger commitments, it's always possible to reduce your stressors with time and planning.

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[ShadowyFigure]

Just wanted to pop in & tell you, I was wrong. ADHD is in fact a real disorder.
I used to come in here a few years back & spout that it was invented by the pharmaceutical industry to push pills. Turns out I'd been living with my partner of 7 years who has just been diagnosed with it.

[jill]

I find myself a single parent of 2 at 49, awaiting an adhd assessment for myself and my son, overwhelmed, finding your videos to be quite a help. Thank you.

[nicola]

Totally agree, I'm a 35 year old woman, I'm diagnosed CPTSD and ADD. Both of my parents were appalling parents. I am reparenting my inner-child and that's enough children for me! I am focusing on regulating my nervous system and healing....I wouldn't want to raise a child while I'm healing. I am proud of being a cycle breaker! 😌

[PJWorthy]

Spiritual and minimalist way of living-sounds peaceful to me. Love the way you explain this stuff. Thanks.

[Laura-zcee]

Thank you so much for being brave enough to say this stuff. I’m 39 and I’m finally getting to the point where I’m ok with having an “alternative lifestyle”. I’ve always joked about being a lone wolf. I could be wrong, but it feels harder as a woman to be a lone wolf. Maybe not? But im definitely alone in being single and childless by choice. Maybe you can have an episode on that?

[pallavinautiyal]

I think the real problem with the ADHDers who get into a complex life is remaining Undiagnosed. I am sure I have it since childhood but got diagnosed only in my late thirties. Meanwhile, out of ignorance, I had complicated my life, trying to fit in the society and fulfil other’s expectations.

[heavenlycute]

I’m 42 and child free by choice. My entire adult life I’ve been asked by friends, family, co-workers, *people I don’t even know* why I’m not a parent and told that I will end up regretting it. Like you point out in this video, we’re all different and we need to respect each other’s choices and ways of life.

[Christycat]

This is an older video but I finally found a doctor who took my ADHD etc. seriously and I found your videos while looking for more information.. My life has been a mess for most of it and I have felt depression/anxiety and pressured because I have not attained what "everyone else" has at my age (just turned 47). I prefer a quiet life now and wish I could afford to only work a few days a week and spend the rest doing what I want, away from people and their issues. It's not that I don't care about others but I've had enough of my own problems in life and just do not want to get involved anymore. I do not want to have to explain myself anymore or relive my stories in order to be accepted somehow by others. I enjoy being alone, enjoy not having kids to complicate things. I do like kids but I never found a decent man and eventually relialized how hard parenting would have been for me as I have very little family support nor the means to really raise a chid the way I would have wanted. I am much better without the extra difficulties. It's just me and the cats for now...hopefully will add a few dogs some day. I can deal with animals- they are drama free and lots of love... as long as you can provide the care... I don't mind that responsibility. A relationship would be nice but most of my experiences have been negative and it's just less drama and pain to be on your own. I too have people who think I'm weird and try to get me to be more social and do not understand why I am this way- that their must be something wrong with me. I did have an abusive crazy family so it started with me finally giving up on them, disconnecting and letting go of people who really didn't care about me. I had to learn some hard lessons but I am grateful that I did what I needed to do and I am grateful for the ones that hurt me and set me aside-including my family- it turns out it was for the best. Thank you for posting this and reminding me that it's ok to take a different path and keep things quiet and simple.

[kevinmurphy-steele]

Tonight I just discovered your channel. I am almost 45 and now realising that I probably gave inattentive ADHD. Although I have not had a formal diagnosis almost every story and experience l listen to (including yourself) sounds like I am hearing my own life story. Like you I find solace in being close to nature, leading a simple probably from a young age I realised I wasn't like other people. I haven't led a conventional life...and with the hindsight of middle age I am now grateful if this fact. Many of my ADHD demons continue to be a problem...but watching your videos are helping me find a way through it

[lisawoodman]

You're spot on. Wishing you a peaceful, happy life.

[TheStarBlack]

Wow I've been thinking these same kinds of thoughts for decades! Maybe historical hermits had ADHD!

Too late for me though, I already have 2 kids and I can confirm that (although they are absolutely lovely) they are a major risk factor for exacerbating ADHD stress and burnout. In fact I think it was my second child that prompted me into seeking ADHD diagnosis because my life became almost unmanageable.

So yes, do think carefully about having children and don't take silly risks that might end up in unplanned pregnancies!!

And if you do, make sure you have a good support network, unlike me, to help with raising those sprogs!

[Bfish]

Super refreshing to hear. I often feel like an outcast for seeing life the way you do. Currently in process of getting diagnosed for ASD and ADHD. Your channel is helping. Thank you

[ImaniKhadijah]

Really great video, I completely agree. After I became more conscious, I noticed that people usually want luxury items (e.g. $400 Gucci shirts that just say “Gucci” on them) and over-consume as a result of programming, whilst using it as a form of escapism. A lot of people these days don’t allow themselves to face their shadow, they just tuck it away in a box and chase things that will leave them feeling even emptier in the long run. It’s a ruthless cycle

[buttercxpdraws]

I am a late diagnosed autistic woman who has just dropped out of a stressful career after burnout. I’m reassessing my life, and trying to realign my life with my actual values which are much like yours, so loved this video. Main difference for me is the unique connection I have with my daughter. She has enriched my life immeasurably and I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. Totally respect your decision tho, thanks for the excellent content ✌️💕

[roadstofreedom]

Stuart I agree with you, especially having been a loner and a rebel all my life, and proud and happy to say so.
But it's also a big dilemma because human connection is probably the number one priority for good mental and physical health.
In a currently insane world where the capacity for reason has gone for most people, it's a difficult balancing act.
But simpler, with less baggage is definitely better for us.

[insidiatori]

Honestly, i think we've got this simple life mentality by participating less with trying to associate with everyone and every norm, that makes us understand how stupid most of it is and has taught us to live our lives how we like to. Thank you for sharing mate, I sometimes feel I am the Dutch you but instead i had a severe weed addiction for 6 years instead of drinking. Love seeing you keeping that strong mentality and transferring it!

[michohowsky]

I completely agree with not being able to live with anyone. I NEED my own space. The ideal relationship living situation would be 2 houses on one property 😄

[cosmicbubble]

I came to this realisation around a month ago. I'm a postman and I started off always on the same round (despite it being a bad one) I didn't mind because there was no stress, just go in, work and go home. I come back from surgery and someone signed for it while I was off and now I'm suppose to be day off cover and going on tons of different rounds I've never done. I'm sure you understand for an ADHDer this is incredibly difficult and stressful to the point if I can't find another round i'll have to leave the job. Shame because I thought I had it all sorted but hey ho. As you may have noticed I've been going through your videos and finding them very helpful. Just wanted to thank you for going through the effort of making them. all the best lad

[crissyhdz]

It's so bizarre to see the male version of myself. I swear every word that comes out of your mouth I've said a million times to every person in my life. It's amazing and incredibly validating to see someone that gets me.

[Leo]

Thank you so very much for sharing your story.
My son is your age and recently diagnosed with ADHD, like yourself, he is a wonderful young man. We, he, could never put our finger on why he struggled so much, with life and it’s been a rough journey.
Would turn out, I too have ADHD. I was diagnosed at age 60, (Mum) one of the late bloomers you have referred to in your videos ☺️ just wanted you to know that your videos are greatly helping my son and he is no longer being so hard on himself.
Much appreciate all you do 💜🌻🇦🇺