This morning I decided to do a social media detox for this week because I realized I was buying more and left feeling wanting when I'm actually quite content. It's surprising how much it affects one's mood!
This right here! Every woman needs to know they are not alone in these ups and downs. Thank you for being vulnerable. We need this among each other more than anything. Our fulfillment is in Christ. God knew I needed to hear this today. 🥰
Social media is a dangerous trap. Knowing when to cut back and find contentment is so important. I too see all these "young" people building new homes, getting new furniture, acquiring all this "stuff". I am 64 and have found a way to be content after so many years of gathering "stuff" trying to be happy. My faith, time spent at mass, time at church, time with God has really taught me a new way of being content. Comparison is also very dangerous. I truly believe that Satan is wanting us to get caught in this trap. Thank you for sharing your real life and honest feelings. If only people could fast forward and look to their future life and realize all this gathering of "stuff" and materialism, consumerism, means nothing. I have learned that creating memories with simple experiences with family, grandchildren and friends is far more important than all the stuff I have that no one wants after I am gone. I am working on filling up my tank with nature, beauty, the moon and stars, flowers, grandchildren, good reads, purging of "stuff", donating, helping others, random acts of kindness. Those are the things that are bringing me peace and contentment. May God bless your family today and always!
Thank you for your honesty Margaret, its refreshing! Sometimes it seems like those who talk so much about being content and not comparing are constantly getting, doing and updating with no end in sight. While that isn’t necessarily wrong, it can feel confusing when people talk about ideas they don’t seem to be living in daily life. With a worldly perspective its so easy to feel “left behind” when we have so much right in front of us! I’m working on growing in contentment so that when I am confronted with someone who has “more” or “better” I can genuinely be happy for them in what they have and still feel fully secure in what God has given to me and who He has made me. That eternal perspective makes all the difference doesn’t it…I love this reminder to hold onto thankfulness!
Thanks for these encouraging and kind words, Erin. I just feel so much accountability here because of the words I am saying. It is so important to seek gratitude and contentment, to fight for it. But gosh I get weak and I feel that resistance too. I can't even show up with a smile when I know there's this looming battle being fought behind the screen. It's why I came to RUclips. I just felt like everything was dishonest and tricking my mind. It was a huge part of my transition to simpler living too. I refuse, as painful as it may be, to hide the real side of trying to live intentionally and in service to the Lord. We're the first generation to really walk through life with these distractions, social media, and clutter. All we can do is surrender it and follow the way of the Lord. This is NOT my last battle with this. Your words, I cherish them. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Your words are inspiring too!
I for one am so glad you didn’t quit you tube before you posted this message. Thanks for being so raw and vulnerable. A timely reminder that the things of this world will never make us feel whole and complete. All the best with your coming revamp. Thank you Margaret.
Decided to take social media break, came back to it in a week and realized - I dont want to be in that space anymore… its been almost a year now and I couldn’t be happier about it ☺️ I say - you dont know how much power it has over you until you take it out of your life! Blessings to you and your family!
Thank you for sharing! I lost my job and have been searching for one for weeks now and I identify a lot with what you shared about a reset and it being a blessing. Thank you! Sending love from Guatemala 🇬🇹
Yes, yes! The devil comes to steal and destroy and he is especially out for our beloved marriages and families! Thank you! The world loves to tell us what’s missing, but honestly, when I feel like something is missing or lacking it’s because I stop focusing on what all I have. Nothing will ever be perfect here (just lost my 40 year old baby brother to type 1 diabetes and man, oh man 😫) but God is good and faithful and my focus has to remain on that. I so appreciate you!!
Ah, sending so much love to you. Reading those words on the screen after what you shared, that grief, that heartache, God is still good. Sending love to you. May the Lord bless you and your family in this time.
Thank you. I've never heard anyone else talk about this before. This really hit me hard; I'm literally sitting here tearing up because you just put words to what has been happening to me in a cyclical pattern and I couldn't figure out why. I didn't realize how much I've been trying to dig my way out of my own crash until this moment... I could go on and on about this but just know I really appreciate your honesty and pointing people back to Christ, you're making a difference.
Insightful and thought provoking. I've been discontent lately and this was a healthy reminder for me that I need to refocus on what the purpose of my days are. I always appreciate your vulnerability ❤️
Hi Margaret, thank you for sharing your real and authentic self and your experiences. That kind of candor is beautiful. It is so true how discontentment and all other kinds of negativity can easily sneak in and take over, if we don’t take every thought captive and subject it to Christ. One thing I wanted to mention for you to pray about is if you still practice yoga. There are deep spiritual ties between yoga and Hinduism, which cannot be separated, even with pure intentions. That can be an open door to the enemy to come in and wreak havoc. This is coming from a place of love and concern. I also used to practice yoga, but have stopped due to my convictions. I pray this finds you well and that we all would rest in the security and contentment of the Lord in all things 🙏🏼🤍
I don't practice yoga actually. I heard about that a few years ago and I've never been much into it, although I continue to stretch. THanks for sharing that though, I hope other's read!
@@margaretmatheny I thought that I heard you mention it in a previous video. Maybe it was an old video. I’m glad to hear that you have heard about it. It’s wild how things like “Christian yoga” can be so sneaky for so many unsuspecting believers. Thank you again for your video! It resonates a lot with me, especially while having discontentment and consumerism trying to rise up within me, taking my heart and mind away from the Lord, at times. Some days it’s easy to be content and other days, the battle is so real. I’d love to see more content like this that reveals your heart and desire towards contentment and intentional Godly living 🤍
@@orysyaf8337 I believe so! I would just talk with the instructor (if applicable) to understand their world view and methods of teaching the class(es). Some people in the New Age will teach classes and bring that into the class, but some don’t. I don’t think there is any religious tie either way and could be a great form of exercise, if done correctly 😊
I had NO idea that discontentment is my problem until listening to this and i feel like my mind is blown. Even our mistakes can be beautiful when you do something beautiful with them - like sharing them so others can learn too. Thank you for sharing so I can make a change for me ❤️
Love this honesty!! I feel so similar right now and I’m grateful to hear your story - it encourages me and cuts through the noise of shame that the enemy wants to throw at me.
What a beautiful, vulnerable and honest video, Margaret! Thank you for being real. Thank you for being brave enough to share how you're feeling. Praying God will refresh your spirit and blow His breath on the embers, so that His joy and peace will fill your heart and home. Cheering you on, and thanking God for you
The Lord let me to this video - I know it! I’m in a low point right now, but I too know that we are given these lows to help us realize and appreciate the highs when they come. They are a chance to learn and grow and that’s the whole reason we’re here on earth. I start every day by saying “Thank you Lord for this precious day. I surrender it to your will and accept whatever comes to me knowing it is the right thing for me at this time”. Hearing you talk about the ‘Lord’s Will’ just confirmed that I am on the right path. Thank you for being an instrument of God.
This is the most raw and beautiful video I’ve come across. I can’t put into words how much I relate to this. The constant war between my flesh and doing His will is all too real, especially in this digital age. Reaching for anything more than I reach for Him ALWAYS leaves me empty, even the good things..pursuing family, pursing goals, creating systems, decluttering, etc. I can’t say thank you enough for sharing this. It’s the first time I’ve felt like, “YES! I’m not the only one. This struggle is real!”
Yesssss girl. SO relateable. I am taking a break from Insta because it was causing me to have a really ugly heart. Jealousy, discontentment, distraction, etc...I am SO much happier without it.
Love this as someone who wants to create content I have had such a struggle with similar things. At one point a year ago I took a complete break from social media but as I wanted to have success and reach others I got back on. Last week I decided it’s time to let it go and get off of social media because it was giving me worldly desires and even just hyper focus on eating well, avoiding all the toxins, & etc. I was frazzled trying to do everything perfectly on top of trying to create content when I couldn’t even keep my laundry washed. All that to say I’m glad you’re sharing this side it’s easy to be discouraged by how well everyone manages their life so it’s nice to have a reminder that we all fall short and I’m glad you are giving glory to God through all of this, God bless you!
Social media really turns my mood. I’ve been trying to stay off it this week. These last two days I’ve been on facebook a lot. There’s nothing there…it’s just…something to do when I’m bored. I’ve been unsatisfied these last two days. Shocker! This video just solidified the fact that I need to get back to avoiding it. I’m not terribly religious but perhaps I’ll pull my bible out and do some reading.
Thank you for your honesty ♥️ these are the moments I am even more grateful for your channel. Can you talk about identity crisis as a SAHM in a future video? I recently left my job to stay home and am struggling with finding balance. We have been minimalists for about 2 years now and it was an amazing decision for our family. Thank you for being you!
Just wanted to say I have loved and found sooo much inspiration from you and your channel. I’ve loved your message about being intentional, being grateful for what we have, and love the rawness you bring. I’ve noticed when I have success I want things more and in general feel more stressed. You’re doing great Margaret! ❤️
Hello Margaret,👋 You are not alone in this and I know for a fact that mind sometimes can play a trick or two, and makes us vulnerable on life situations like this. I truly appreciate your honesty! I know... There are some days that there are more challenging situations but take the opportunity to challenge yourself in a positive manner.🤗 Wishing you the best! 🌷⚘️🌹
❤ I just love watching your videos on RUclips! I actually look forward to watching them. You are so sweet and down to Earth. I love the fact that you are sharing your heart with us and showing us how to enjoy life and make life better. Minimalism is something I have come to want in my life because of the Simplicity! I am so Thankful that God brought you into my life through RUclips! 🥰 I love your heart and Thank you for sharing it with us publicly! ☺️I look forward to more of your future videos!
Hey sister...whenever you start to feel this way, just go back a binge watch all of your videos...that's what we do (don't mean to speak for all your other subbies, but I do think we ALL do it lol)
Margaret, tk you so much for your raw and realistic video. I have always admired you because you speak about all types of life, not just the perfect part of it. I sometimes feel the same way, but I believe it is the deep part of our lives that pushes us forward the most.
Wow, this is incredibly humble and truthful of you. I totally agree, it sounds like the Lord’s kindness (as well as your willingness to fight to respond to the Spirit). What a helpful reminder to look at the signs in our own lives and hearts that our relationships, bodies and time spent are showing us! Thanks Margaret for your honesty!
Thank you for sharing when you don’t have to! Peaks and valleys is definitely a part of my journey but, like you, it’s mostly amazing and I feel fortunate! I also think that the lows make me appreciate what I have!♥️
Thank you so much for sharing and keeping it real! This is so relatable for me, and it makes me think of the quote “progress over perfection.” Where we are at currently does not define who we are or where we are going! I love your self awareness and honesty with yourself, and yet another perk of minimalism!!!
This is so true! I intentionally avoid social media and television because it gives me the “I wants” and discontent. Unplugged is the best yet how do you guard against this if you have to be on social media for work purposes? Sin always demands more and I find social media not only feeds the “I wants” but also tells me it will give me success if I feed it. It feels as if it’s a modern day requirement yet it’s soul draining.
Happened to me last month… But it can be a great wake up call and moment to learn and grow. To ask yourself “why?” Why am I searching for things, which void am I trying to fill up with it?
Margaret, I’ve been searching for a kindred spirit! I am in the same place in life with two little ones and a homeschool mom. I also hit a dark place of discontentment recently and I can totally relate! At the end of the day the truth is “it’s just you and me, God.” And when I need a reset, I ask “how can I bring You joy in what I do today Heavenly Father?” I wish I could give you a hug and pray together and that our kids could play together. Sadly, I live in a place where I feel so disconnected from a spiritual community where my kids can grow up with like-minded friends. You are a beacon in this dark world. Thank you for your boldness in sharing a potentially unpopular message. May your heart sing the song God writes on it as you seek Him early in the morning.
Thank you for this! I love your videos and your honesty. I have been going through the exact same thing and having to reset my life ! It can happen so fast . Thankful for Gods grace 🙌
Margaret, I love this so much. I too have realized recently that my spiritual walk with the Lord is what keeps me sane. It is the only lasting source of fulfillment in this world, and it has to be priority one. It's too easy to get sucked in to the materialism of this world. I'm not even close to a minimalist but I feel that it is a part of my journey in my relationship with Christ..
I am literally like Amen Margaret!!!!! Girl!!! I've been there 😭😭😭 God uses everything in our lives to draw us closer to Him and for his perfect will over our lives! God has you in the palm of His hand rest in Him! Much love sister!!!
Thank you for always glorifying the Lord through you and your life. Thank you for being honest and vulnerable. It's a real blessing for me. (Miora, from Paris)
Thank you for this video. I put my child in front of the screen for a long time today. I do not do this but today I hit my rock bottom and I am not very happy about it. I had a really hard day today (I think mentally not physically). This video helped me to stop myself from those bad thoughts and that bad mindset I had today. I really don't want to be so rude to someone I love. Thanks a lot. I really appreciate you honest talks about everything. God loves us all unconditionally. 💕
Margaret! Sending huge hugs! Thank you so much for being honest and telling the ugly truth about what it looks like to feel discontent. But I’m so glad you came out stronger on the other side, because as hard as it is to go through a low season, I’m so thankful you learned once again why you choose minimal living. It’s so good actually that you could almost immediately tell a difference, not only mentally but physically! Yes, God is so good and gracious to allow you to experience that wake up call. You’ve known so much joy on the other side to know that any added success is not worth gaining if that means you would lose peace. So proud of you. Thanks so much for sharing ❤️
Thank you for your honesty, I had the same experience. Even went further, looking at all the stuff that minimalists on social media would find essential. Resulting in browsing webshop after webshop God is so good, lets accept the gift of freedom and peace that only He can provide
Minimalism is life changing and an essential part of learning true contentment. I am truly on board and welcome the crashes it helps with the reset I don't appreciate the crashes in the moment either. I waited years to go to hobby lobby finally went and I was disappointed we don't need all the things.
So strong and honest! I think we all get tempted in all kinds of ways and it is meant to be a hard struggle to stay on the right track, your track of life no one elses! And you feel content only when you are on the right path! You and your family are lovely so try to stay (strong) that way! ❤️❤️❤️
Contentment is both easy and hard. If we switch off from the world and read the Bible and pray it’s like this honey balm to my soul. But…if you (*I) have things you (*I) are (am) struggling with and you have children and you still have to ‘do stuff’ and you have trauma from being a child that sometimes feels like it’s choking the life out of you….it’s really, really hard. I pray for God to free me from my worries. I pray for Him to comfort me. I think before I starting living simply and more minimal that I was just blind to these issues. Minimalism made me get to the core. The core has a lot of pain but it is SO worth going through it to get to the other side. I want God given contentment because when more storms come then I will not be shaken.
Your dependence on God is a beautiful but unfortunately a rare commodity in this sphere. I so appreciate your honesty and transparency. Only God knows how many you are helping when you speak the Truth. I am older and my child is grown but I would have certainly benefited from your wisdom and inspiration in my younger years. Praying that God will continue to use you in ministry for Him.
Thank you, Linda. These words are so kind and encouraging. I always lose a large portion of my audience when I talk about my faith, but it's part of it. I gotta choose boldness these days. Your words are so encouraging. thank you.
As I’ve shared prior and the bible teaches on this so well in 1 Timothy chapter 6. Let’s stay in the word that uncovers the intentions of our heart, convicts, teaches, edifies, keeps us accountable & refines with the washing of the word 🧼🧽🧠💗 Praise God for the gift of The Holy Spirit! God bless you!
I really enjoy your channel. How you’re seeking to use this channel to inspire others and glorify God. All the while trying to remain content and hold success with a loose grasp. I’ll be praying for you!
Margaret, I happened upon your channel last night, and I am impressed and encouraged! Your comments brought to mind a woman I learned of some years ago, and I feel sure you'd be encouraged by her: Elisabeth Elliot. She's old-school in the best way. She has a very unique life story you'll find on her website, and also on there is an amazing series on the Lord's Prayer. Thank you for sharing with us!
Its great to recognize these kind of crashes and move from there. I think we all have it once in a while.. But we can always push a reset button and work with our mindset 🤗😊 im looking forward to your next video ☺️
I value your honesty 🤍🌷 I love your encouragement, His will > my will. That’s completely the Safest, secure, place to be in the Father’s hands 🙏🏻 love & prayers to you & yours 🕊🤍
As a zen teacher I can say that its’ in the human nature to desire things. To want something. I recommand you to meditate ( not guided but zen techniques). And I recommand to read about boedhism.
Every time I get super angry or upset my husband's first question is : did you read something online? Have you seen something on social media? Cause it affect us a lot.
“The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” by John Mark Comer is a great book in alignment with what you’re talking about that also has some minimalist principles
So crazy, this happened to me recently! I journeled everything that I learned when I realized this issues, and so I can make my first heart to heart viedo for my channel. It feels good to know I'm not alone
Amen, true contentment comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ.. When we seek Him, His Spirit of truth comes dwell in us reminding us to rest in Him. The world's story was written and those who knowing ending will see from the beginning. We own nothing or no one, rather everything is a gift and a lesson in His Book of life.
I agree and I don’t… I tell you why.. minimalism is hard because with time you start to have more time, and it becomes too much time that what we used to have that we don’t know what to do it with after a while, and we don’t use that time in a clever way so we start to fall into old habits to fulfill that time that we can’t manage anymore… in the other hand as well, you can still fall in the trap, as you said, even if you’re not practising minimalism… some people are so fed up of their caos in the house that they just delay their chores and they waste their time and days of their life on social media… now the problem here is… us. We are the problem… we should educated ourselves and souls to take control of our time, the same way we have control of anything else that is ours… I know that this world is not designed to be comfortable all the time, and we are not angles but simply human been but, I believe that time will tell us what to do… with social media we tent to copy each other quite a lot and try to be in other peoples situation, when really we should start to invest some more time with ourselves and see what suit us! Before social media we use to be so different and proud to be so, now we pretty much look all the same and want all the same thing🤣🤣
Beautiful to see such expressions from you. It’s super hard not to get distracted by the worlds definition of success. I’m curious, have you considered additional things that could be affecting your mood is the changing of light in USA as you creep through autumn, and where your menstrual cycle is at? I find these things effect my mood a lot too.
Hi Margaret, I haven't watched all of your videos on minimalism but from what I've seen, you inspire me! I do have a question for you: in your lifestyle, do you go out to eat or pay for entertainment? Considering this life style so looking for guidance. Also, I love how you share the Lord in your videos!
thank you so much for sharing this! what are some if the things you have been reading about being content? You mentioned that in the video and was interested. Thank you
RUclips is my only social media and even that I took all of August off and didn't want her a single video. The wanting more is real. And frustrating especially when you're trying to be intentional to live with less. 😅
Have you ever watched Pastor Rick Warren's sermon "Learning Contentment" on RUclips? It's a good one that I listen to a couple times a year to get re-grounded.
Margaret, I am in my 60s, and I can safely say that LIFE is about recommitting ourselves moment by moment, minute by minute, day by day, year by year to Our Lord and His Purpose and His Plan for our lives. Every day, Satan tries to lay the foundation in our hearts upon which to build a case against God in order to rob us of our inheritance. Every day we must come to the Lord and ask Him to break down those lies and to fill us with His Spirit and His True Truth. No matter how long we walk with the Lord, we must continue to "abide in Him"...our Vine...we are "the branches" or we will be without what is necessary to our life and living. Truly, we must not be surprised when WE come up EMPTY when we shift our gaze from Him for even a moment. He is more important than our heartbeat, surely our soul suffers as our body suffers should our heart skip a beat or stop altogether. Take courage, Dear Sister! These are signs that Our Precious Holy Spirit is living in and moving in our hearts and lives to give us these trials of our faith and the victories as we recommit our whole selves to Our Lord God. My heart and prayers are with you, Dear Sister.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful, wise words with me. I cherish them! I'm absolutely learning and it's those hard years where I'm resistant but the Lord has a tight grip on me, I feel it. I'm grateful for it. Thank you!
This morning I decided to do a social media detox for this week because I realized I was buying more and left feeling wanting when I'm actually quite content. It's surprising how much it affects one's mood!
Doing a social media detox is like going to rehab for a week.
What difference does it make?
It has to be eliminated for at least a year to recover one’s brain to a human state of mind
This right here! Every woman needs to know they are not alone in these ups and downs. Thank you for being vulnerable. We need this among each other more than anything. Our fulfillment is in Christ. God knew I needed to hear this today. 🥰
Social media is a dangerous trap. Knowing when to cut back and find contentment is so important. I too see all these "young" people building new homes, getting new furniture, acquiring all this "stuff". I am 64 and have found a way to be content after so many years of gathering "stuff" trying to be happy. My faith, time spent at mass, time at church, time with God has really taught me a new way of being content. Comparison is also very dangerous. I truly believe that Satan is wanting us to get caught in this trap. Thank you for sharing your real life and honest feelings. If only people could fast forward and look to their future life and realize all this gathering of "stuff" and materialism, consumerism, means nothing. I have learned that creating memories with simple experiences with family, grandchildren and friends is far more important than all the stuff I have that no one wants after I am gone. I am working on filling up my tank with nature, beauty, the moon and stars, flowers, grandchildren, good reads, purging of "stuff", donating, helping others, random acts of kindness. Those are the things that are bringing me peace and contentment. May God bless your family today and always!
I am 66 and I have learned this too, after gathering stuff, trying to find happiness.
I just wish I would have learned it sooner!
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Are we twins, lol. Agree with everything you said. 😊❤
Thank you for your honesty Margaret, its refreshing! Sometimes it seems like those who talk so much about being content and not comparing are constantly getting, doing and updating with no end in sight. While that isn’t necessarily wrong, it can feel confusing when people talk about ideas they don’t seem to be living in daily life. With a worldly perspective its so easy to feel “left behind” when we have so much right in front of us! I’m working on growing in contentment so that when I am confronted with someone who has “more” or “better” I can genuinely be happy for them in what they have and still feel fully secure in what God has given to me and who He has made me. That eternal perspective makes all the difference doesn’t it…I love this reminder to hold onto thankfulness!
Well said!
I love this. So well said!
Thanks for these encouraging and kind words, Erin. I just feel so much accountability here because of the words I am saying. It is so important to seek gratitude and contentment, to fight for it. But gosh I get weak and I feel that resistance too. I can't even show up with a smile when I know there's this looming battle being fought behind the screen. It's why I came to RUclips. I just felt like everything was dishonest and tricking my mind. It was a huge part of my transition to simpler living too. I refuse, as painful as it may be, to hide the real side of trying to live intentionally and in service to the Lord. We're the first generation to really walk through life with these distractions, social media, and clutter. All we can do is surrender it and follow the way of the Lord. This is NOT my last battle with this. Your words, I cherish them. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. Your words are inspiring too!
I for one am so glad you didn’t quit you tube before you posted this message. Thanks for being so raw and vulnerable. A timely reminder that the things of this world will never make us feel whole and complete. All the best with your coming revamp. Thank you Margaret.
Decided to take social media break, came back to it in a week and realized - I dont want to be in that space anymore… its been almost a year now and I couldn’t be happier about it ☺️ I say - you dont know how much power it has over you until you take it out of your life! Blessings to you and your family!
Thank you for sharing! I lost my job and have been searching for one for weeks now and I identify a lot with what you shared about a reset and it being a blessing. Thank you! Sending love from Guatemala 🇬🇹
Sending love right back!
Yes, yes! The devil comes to steal and destroy and he is especially out for our beloved marriages and families! Thank you! The world loves to tell us what’s missing, but honestly, when I feel like something is missing or lacking it’s because I stop focusing on what all I have. Nothing will ever be perfect here (just lost my 40 year old baby brother to type 1 diabetes and man, oh man 😫) but God is good and faithful and my focus has to remain on that. I so appreciate you!!
Ah, sending so much love to you. Reading those words on the screen after what you shared, that grief, that heartache, God is still good. Sending love to you. May the Lord bless you and your family in this time.
Thank you. I've never heard anyone else talk about this before. This really hit me hard; I'm literally sitting here tearing up because you just put words to what has been happening to me in a cyclical pattern and I couldn't figure out why. I didn't realize how much I've been trying to dig my way out of my own crash until this moment... I could go on and on about this but just know I really appreciate your honesty and pointing people back to Christ, you're making a difference.
Insightful and thought provoking. I've been discontent lately and this was a healthy reminder for me that I need to refocus on what the purpose of my days are. I always appreciate your vulnerability ❤️
Hi Margaret, thank you for sharing your real and authentic self and your experiences. That kind of candor is beautiful. It is so true how discontentment and all other kinds of negativity can easily sneak in and take over, if we don’t take every thought captive and subject it to Christ.
One thing I wanted to mention for you to pray about is if you still practice yoga. There are deep spiritual ties between yoga and Hinduism, which cannot be separated, even with pure intentions. That can be an open door to the enemy to come in and wreak havoc. This is coming from a place of love and concern. I also used to practice yoga, but have stopped due to my convictions. I pray this finds you well and that we all would rest in the security and contentment of the Lord in all things 🙏🏼🤍
I don't practice yoga actually. I heard about that a few years ago and I've never been much into it, although I continue to stretch. THanks for sharing that though, I hope other's read!
@@margaretmatheny I thought that I heard you mention it in a previous video. Maybe it was an old video. I’m glad to hear that you have heard about it. It’s wild how things like “Christian yoga” can be so sneaky for so many unsuspecting believers.
Thank you again for your video! It resonates a lot with me, especially while having discontentment and consumerism trying to rise up within me, taking my heart and mind away from the Lord, at times. Some days it’s easy to be content and other days, the battle is so real. I’d love to see more content like this that reveals your heart and desire towards contentment and intentional Godly living 🤍
Would pilates be a good alternative to yoga ?
@@orysyaf8337 I believe so! I would just talk with the instructor (if applicable) to understand their world view and methods of teaching the class(es). Some people in the New Age will teach classes and bring that into the class, but some don’t. I don’t think there is any religious tie either way and could be a great form of exercise, if done correctly 😊
I had NO idea that discontentment is my problem until listening to this and i feel like my mind is blown.
Even our mistakes can be beautiful when you do something beautiful with them - like sharing them so others can learn too. Thank you for sharing so I can make a change for me ❤️
Love this honesty!! I feel so similar right now and I’m grateful to hear your story - it encourages me and cuts through the noise of shame that the enemy wants to throw at me.
What a beautiful, vulnerable and honest video, Margaret! Thank you for being real. Thank you for being brave enough to share how you're feeling. Praying God will refresh your spirit and blow His breath on the embers, so that His joy and peace will fill your heart and home. Cheering you on, and thanking God for you
The Lord let me to this video - I know it! I’m in a low point right now, but I too know that we are given these lows to help us realize and appreciate the highs when they come. They are a chance to learn and grow and that’s the whole reason we’re here on earth. I start every day by saying “Thank you Lord for this precious day. I surrender it to your will and accept whatever comes to me knowing it is the right thing for me at this time”. Hearing you talk about the ‘Lord’s Will’ just confirmed that I am on the right path. Thank you for being an instrument of God.
You are a special soul my dear. Takes a real beauty to share what you have here. Thank you 🙌🙏 Love & light to you ❤
This gave me so much clarity about why I've been feeling the way I've been feeling. Thank you for sharing!!
So welcome
This is the most raw and beautiful video I’ve come across. I can’t put into words how much I relate to this. The constant war between my flesh and doing His will is all too real, especially in this digital age. Reaching for anything more than I reach for Him ALWAYS leaves me empty, even the good things..pursuing family, pursing goals, creating systems, decluttering, etc. I can’t say thank you enough for sharing this. It’s the first time I’ve felt like, “YES! I’m not the only one. This struggle is real!”
Yesssss girl. SO relateable. I am taking a break from Insta because it was causing me to have a really ugly heart. Jealousy, discontentment, distraction, etc...I am SO much happier without it.
That’s right. Praise God 🙏🏼💚thanks for the honesty
Very inspiring Margaret! We all fight these battles, it's important to speak out loud about it. The world today is temptation, everywhere.
Love this as someone who wants to create content I have had such a struggle with similar things. At one point a year ago I took a complete break from social media but as I wanted to have success and reach others I got back on. Last week I decided it’s time to let it go and get off of social media because it was giving me worldly desires and even just hyper focus on eating well, avoiding all the toxins, & etc. I was frazzled trying to do everything perfectly on top of trying to create content when I couldn’t even keep my laundry washed. All that to say I’m glad you’re sharing this side it’s easy to be discouraged by how well everyone manages their life so it’s nice to have a reminder that we all fall short and I’m glad you are giving glory to God through all of this, God bless you!
Social media really turns my mood. I’ve been trying to stay off it this week. These last two days I’ve been on facebook a lot. There’s nothing there…it’s just…something to do when I’m bored. I’ve been unsatisfied these last two days. Shocker! This video just solidified the fact that I need to get back to avoiding it. I’m not terribly religious but perhaps I’ll pull my bible out and do some reading.
Thank you for your honesty ♥️ these are the moments I am even more grateful for your channel. Can you talk about identity crisis as a SAHM in a future video? I recently left my job to stay home and am struggling with finding balance. We have been minimalists for about 2 years now and it was an amazing decision for our family. Thank you for being you!
Just wanted to say I have loved and found sooo much inspiration from you and your channel. I’ve loved your message about being intentional, being grateful for what we have, and love the rawness you bring. I’ve noticed when I have success I want things more and in general feel more stressed. You’re doing great Margaret! ❤️
Amen. I so needed this video. Thank you for your transparency. May God continue to bless you and your family.
I’m so grateful for your honesty!! I notice when I’m looking to the world more I’m seeking more material that doesn’t last. It’s truly a battle!
Hello Margaret,👋
You are not alone in this and I know for a fact that mind sometimes can play a trick or two, and makes us vulnerable on life situations like this.
I truly appreciate your honesty!
I know...
There are some days that there are more challenging situations but take the opportunity to challenge yourself in a positive manner.🤗
Wishing you the best! 🌷⚘️🌹
❤ I just love watching your videos on RUclips! I actually look forward to watching them. You are so sweet and down to Earth. I love the fact that you are sharing your heart with us and showing us how to enjoy life and make life better. Minimalism is something I have come to want in my life because of the Simplicity! I am so Thankful that God brought you into my life through RUclips! 🥰 I love your heart and Thank you for sharing it with us publicly! ☺️I look forward to more of your future videos!
Hey sister...whenever you start to feel this way, just go back a binge watch all of your videos...that's what we do (don't mean to speak for all your other subbies, but I do think we ALL do it lol)
Margaret, tk you so much for your raw and realistic video. I have always admired you because you speak about all types of life, not just the perfect part of it. I sometimes feel the same way, but I believe it is the deep part of our lives that pushes us forward the most.
It’s the first video of yours I’ve seen, and I appreciated your warmth and honesty. I felt encouraged. ❤️
Wow, this is incredibly humble and truthful of you. I totally agree, it sounds like the Lord’s kindness (as well as your willingness to fight to respond to the Spirit). What a helpful reminder to look at the signs in our own lives and hearts that our relationships, bodies and time spent are showing us! Thanks Margaret for your honesty!
Love your videos, they're so deep. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing. I totally understand. It is coming back to seeking Father God first.
Thank you for sharing when you don’t have to! Peaks and valleys is definitely a part of my journey but, like you, it’s mostly amazing and I feel fortunate! I also think that the lows make me appreciate what I have!♥️
Do not grow weary in well doing. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you for your sincerity and honesty.
Thank you so much for sharing and keeping it real! This is so relatable for me, and it makes me think of the quote “progress over perfection.” Where we are at currently does not define who we are or where we are going! I love your self awareness and honesty with yourself, and yet another perk of minimalism!!!
Love your honesty, Love minimalism, love your quality of video, (equipment used) love your channel. Subscribing. 💗💗
Ah so glad you found our little corner over here. Thanks for subscribing Sandi!
Amen Margaret! My heart has the same tendency! May his will guide us, not our own 🙏🏼thank you for sharing from your heart!
This is so true! I intentionally avoid social media and television because it gives me the “I wants” and discontent. Unplugged is the best yet how do you guard against this if you have to be on social media for work purposes? Sin always demands more and I find social media not only feeds the “I wants” but also tells me it will give me success if I feed it. It feels as if it’s a modern day requirement yet it’s soul draining.
Happened to me last month… But it can be a great wake up call and moment to learn and grow.
To ask yourself “why?”
Why am I searching for things, which void am I trying to fill up with it?
Thanks for sharing this! It’s really important and something I’ve experienced many times over the years. Praise God for grace! ❤️
Margaret, I’ve been searching for a kindred spirit! I am in the same place in life with two little ones and a homeschool mom. I also hit a dark place of discontentment recently and I can totally relate! At the end of the day the truth is “it’s just you and me, God.” And when I need a reset, I ask “how can I bring You joy in what I do today Heavenly Father?” I wish I could give you a hug and pray together and that our kids could play together. Sadly, I live in a place where I feel so disconnected from a spiritual community where my kids can grow up with like-minded friends. You are a beacon in this dark world. Thank you for your boldness in sharing a potentially unpopular message. May your heart sing the song God writes on it as you seek Him early in the morning.
Thank you for this! I love your videos and your honesty. I have been going through the exact same thing and having to reset my life ! It can happen so fast . Thankful for Gods grace 🙌
Margaret, I love this so much. I too have realized recently that my spiritual walk with the Lord is what keeps me sane. It is the only lasting source of fulfillment in this world, and it has to be priority one. It's too easy to get sucked in to the materialism of this world. I'm not even close to a minimalist but I feel that it is a part of my journey in my relationship with Christ..
Thanks Margaret 💝
Yes girl! He is a loving Father. ❤
I am literally like Amen Margaret!!!!! Girl!!! I've been there 😭😭😭 God uses everything in our lives to draw us closer to Him and for his perfect will over our lives! God has you in the palm of His hand rest in Him! Much love sister!!!
Thank you for always glorifying the Lord through you and your life. Thank you for being honest and vulnerable. It's a real blessing for me. (Miora, from Paris)
Thank you for this video. I put my child in front of the screen for a long time today. I do not do this but today I hit my rock bottom and I am not very happy about it. I had a really hard day today (I think mentally not physically). This video helped me to stop myself from those bad thoughts and that bad mindset I had today.
I really don't want to be so rude to someone I love. Thanks a lot. I really appreciate you honest talks about everything. God loves us all unconditionally. 💕
Margaret! Sending huge hugs! Thank you so much for being honest and telling the ugly truth about what it looks like to feel discontent. But I’m so glad you came out stronger on the other side, because as hard as it is to go through a low season, I’m so thankful you learned once again why you choose minimal living. It’s so good actually that you could almost immediately tell a difference, not only mentally but physically! Yes, God is so good and gracious to allow you to experience that wake up call. You’ve known so much joy on the other side to know that any added success is not worth gaining if that means you would lose peace. So proud of you. Thanks so much for sharing ❤️
Thank you for sharing!
You are so right!
Amen! Take care Margaret. As always, in my prayers 😊
Perfectly imperfect! Thank you for your transparency ❤️
Goodness, your honesty is so refreshing. You inspire me, friend! 💛
Thank you for these words, Molls.
Thank you for your honesty, I had the same experience. Even went further, looking at all the stuff that minimalists on social media would find essential. Resulting in browsing webshop after webshop
God is so good, lets accept the gift of freedom and peace that only He can provide
Thank you. Needed to hear this. I feel normal now. I’m just starting on my journey. X
Minimalism is life changing and an essential part of learning true contentment. I am truly on board and welcome the crashes it helps with the reset I don't appreciate the crashes in the moment either. I waited years to go to hobby lobby finally went and I was disappointed we don't need all the things.
So strong and honest! I think we all get tempted in all kinds of ways and it is meant to be a hard struggle to stay on the right track, your track of life no one elses! And you feel content only when you are on the right path! You and your family are lovely so try to stay (strong) that way! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for these words, Eva
@@margaretmatheny Thank You for beeing so honest and showing us ❤️
So good! Been doing a study on the Lord’s Prayer it has been so good to lean into the process of letting go of control
Such a good reminder! Thank you for the video ♥️
so helpful to hear thank you!
Praise God! Very inspiring, thank you Margaret.
🤗💕 Thank you for your channel. Thank you for awesome videos and keeping it real 😊.
Contentment is both easy and hard.
If we switch off from the world and read the Bible and pray it’s like this honey balm to my soul. But…if you (*I) have things you (*I) are (am) struggling with and you have children and you still have to ‘do stuff’ and you have trauma from being a child that sometimes feels like it’s choking the life out of you….it’s really, really hard.
I pray for God to free me from my worries. I pray for Him to comfort me.
I think before I starting living simply and more minimal that I was just blind to these issues.
Minimalism made me get to the core. The core has a lot of pain but it is SO worth going through it to get to the other side.
I want God given contentment because when more storms come then I will not be shaken.
Thank you thankyou😊
Your dependence on God is a beautiful but unfortunately a rare commodity in this sphere. I so appreciate your honesty and transparency. Only God knows how many you are helping when you speak the Truth. I am older and my child is grown but I would have certainly benefited from your wisdom and inspiration in my younger years. Praying that God will continue to use you in ministry for Him.
Thank you, Linda. These words are so kind and encouraging. I always lose a large portion of my audience when I talk about my faith, but it's part of it. I gotta choose boldness these days. Your words are so encouraging. thank you.
As I’ve shared prior and the bible teaches on this so well in 1 Timothy chapter 6. Let’s stay in the word that uncovers the intentions of our heart, convicts, teaches, edifies, keeps us accountable & refines with the washing of the word 🧼🧽🧠💗 Praise God for the gift of The Holy Spirit! God bless you!
Love your honesty always ❤️❤️
I really enjoy your channel. How you’re seeking to use this channel to inspire others and glorify God. All the while trying to remain content and hold success with a loose grasp. I’ll be praying for you!
Thank you for your transparency, and for acknowledging God through it all 🤍
Margaret, I happened upon your channel last night, and I am impressed and encouraged! Your comments brought to mind a woman I learned of some years ago, and I feel sure you'd be encouraged by her: Elisabeth Elliot. She's old-school in the best way. She has a very unique life story you'll find on her website, and also on there is an amazing series on the Lord's Prayer. Thank you for sharing with us!
Its great to recognize these kind of crashes and move from there. I think we all have it once in a while.. But we can always push a reset button and work with our mindset 🤗😊 im looking forward to your next video ☺️
Thank you for sharing🙏🏼💕
I value your honesty 🤍🌷 I love your encouragement, His will > my will. That’s completely the Safest, secure, place to be in the Father’s hands 🙏🏻 love & prayers to you & yours 🕊🤍
Amen to that. Thank you for watching, commenting and even for sending encouraging words my way.
Wow this hits soooo hard. I’m currently struggling with this.
As a zen teacher I can say that its’ in the human nature to desire things. To want something. I recommand you to meditate ( not guided but zen techniques). And I recommand to read about boedhism.
Great video i love the real and raw life update. 😊💚
This was great. Wonderful reminder.
Every time I get super angry or upset my husband's first question is : did you read something online? Have you seen something on social media? Cause it affect us a lot.
“The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” by John Mark Comer is a great book in alignment with what you’re talking about that also has some minimalist principles
So crazy, this happened to me recently! I journeled everything that I learned when I realized this issues, and so I can make my first heart to heart viedo for my channel. It feels good to know I'm not alone
Amen, true contentment comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ.. When we seek Him, His Spirit of truth comes dwell in us reminding us to rest in Him. The world's story was written and those who knowing ending will see from the beginning. We own nothing or no one, rather everything is a gift and a lesson in His Book of life.
Am her for you♥️💗💯
Not a confident viewer, but thank you for your honesty
I agree and I don’t… I tell you why.. minimalism is hard because with time you start to have more time, and it becomes too much time that what we used to have that we don’t know what to do it with after a while, and we don’t use that time in a clever way so we start to fall into old habits to fulfill that time that we can’t manage anymore… in the other hand as well, you can still fall in the trap, as you said, even if you’re not practising minimalism… some people are so fed up of their caos in the house that they just delay their chores and they waste their time and days of their life on social media… now the problem here is… us.
We are the problem… we should educated ourselves and souls to take control of our time, the same way we have control of anything else that is ours… I know that this world is not designed to be comfortable all the time, and we are not angles but simply human been but, I believe that time will tell us what to do… with social media we tent to copy each other quite a lot and try to be in other peoples situation, when really we should start to invest some more time with ourselves and see what suit us! Before social media we use to be so different and proud to be so, now we pretty much look all the same and want all the same thing🤣🤣
thanks for using my song in your video :)
Beautiful to see such expressions from you. It’s super hard not to get distracted by the worlds definition of success.
I’m curious, have you considered additional things that could be affecting your mood is the changing of light in USA as you creep through autumn, and where your menstrual cycle is at? I find these things effect my mood a lot too.
you are loved.thank you for beging a light in this world!!and always keep your eyes on jesus, he will show you the way!!
Hi Margaret,
I haven't watched all of your videos on minimalism but from what I've seen, you inspire me!
I do have a question for you: in your lifestyle, do you go out to eat or pay for entertainment? Considering this life style so looking for guidance.
Also, I love how you share the Lord in your videos!
thank you so much for sharing this! what are some if the things you have been reading about being content? You mentioned that in the video and was interested. Thank you
RUclips is my only social media and even that I took all of August off and didn't want her a single video. The wanting more is real. And frustrating especially when you're trying to be intentional to live with less. 😅
amen amen!!
Have you ever watched Pastor Rick Warren's sermon "Learning Contentment" on RUclips? It's a good one that I listen to a couple times a year to get re-grounded.
I have not. But sounds like I need to:)
Thank you so much for the suggestion. This message was really good. I seriously can't thank you enough
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You’re the coolest girl I’ve never met🥲 wish we could be besties lol
Margaret, I am in my 60s, and I can safely say that LIFE is about recommitting ourselves moment by moment, minute by minute, day by day, year by year to Our Lord and His Purpose and His Plan for our lives.
Every day, Satan tries to lay the foundation in our hearts upon which to build a case against God in order to rob us of our inheritance. Every day we must come to the Lord and ask Him to break down those lies and to fill us with His Spirit and His True Truth.
No matter how long we walk with the Lord, we must continue to "abide in Him"...our Vine...we are "the branches" or we will be without what is necessary to our life and living.
Truly, we must not be surprised when WE come up EMPTY when we shift our gaze from Him for even a moment. He is more important than our heartbeat, surely our soul suffers as our body suffers should our heart skip a beat or stop altogether.
Take courage, Dear Sister! These are signs that Our Precious Holy Spirit is living in and moving in our hearts and lives to give us these trials of our faith and the victories as we recommit our whole selves to Our Lord God.
My heart and prayers are with you, Dear Sister.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful, wise words with me. I cherish them! I'm absolutely learning and it's those hard years where I'm resistant but the Lord has a tight grip on me, I feel it. I'm grateful for it. Thank you!
I love this, and while I see this as something about minimalism, I see it primarily as the downfalls of living in a capitalist society.