i always get the feeling that the wisdom you share is stuff you need to hear as well, and it's actually so comforting. you're so candid, and you share your struggles so openly - usually I find people who are like 'productivity gurus' hard to watch or listen to because it sounds like they're selling something... but you talk like you're almost journalling, or empowering yourself, not just us. it feels like a conversation with a friend! thanks for always being so refreshing and honest :)
this video honestly came at the perfect time. this week has been the worst week that i've had and i've been stuck in this endless rut. everytime you upload gives me a sense of hope to keep pushing in life. so thank you for this 💖
You have no idea how much I needed this video right now. I've been depressed with anxiety and I've lost the will to do any schoolwork even though I used to be a top student. I would just not do the work and hand them in late and then worry during the day because I have social anxiety and all my friends and teachers might think I'm being lazy if I don't do the work. I don't know how to escape but hearing advice from you will hopefully be a start. Thanks Ro :)
your situation is extremely similar to mine! I’ve gotten through and better, but I’m still struggling with the social anxiety and the occasional hits of major depression. I feel spending time and focusing on myself helped extremely. It’s difficult when you have school everyday and no time to focus on yourself. I think that just chose the best option and schedule so you can focus on yourself. I was lucky enough to transfer to an independent study school and I had a lot of time for myself. Just finding time and accepting yourself and your feelings would help. Sorry if this didn’t make sense or if I over gave you advice! Reading your comment reminded me of how I was back in 8th grade through 10th who was struggling to go to school and forcing every emotion down to focus on school even if I was gone a lot and now I’m a straight A high school senior who finished their credits early. So don’t give up! Even if it seems like there’s no hope, there is! I believe in you!
Literally the same Is happening to me rn. My friends even are mad at me about it and that made me feel even worse, cause I'm already out of myself and feeling like I dont have my school friends' support makes me feel awful. But I'm trying not to be hard on myself because it was just a season, this Is not who I am and I know that I'll be my normal self again. Stay strong, friend!
@@orgels Aw I'm so sorry you are going through this and am also glad you're in a better place now❣️ I totally relate with what you were/are going through; additionally, from my experience, social anxiety is really not as well-known as other mental health illnesses and that's really sad to me😭 I'm really happy for you that you transferred to an independent study school-I also wanted to drop out but I have a father who's exhibited signs of abusiveness and so that plan didn't work. That was not over advice at all, in fact I really needed to hear that. Thank you so much for looking out for me even though we never met, I wish we could talk more! I've also been missing a lot of school and have found it really difficult to go even though it's my junior year-I'm really really happy for you that you pushed through it!! Stay strong and thank you again❣️
how about making a podcast? i think it would be amazing (overcast really good free app for podcasts)!!! love you so much, your so down to earth and always so relatable
I was just crying on my fiance about an hour ago about how I feel like I've been in a slump for ages and I don't know what to do... So this came at the perfect time ❤
So what changed 2 yrs ago and what did you do and how have u changed since then? I want to know seriously, I'm in a rut...I'm not being sarcastic, I am needing to hear others accomplishments to hopefully get out of this slump...
Quiet subscriber here and I usually don't comment but thank you for this. I'm in my last year in architecture school and I'm having THE worst week about thesis (and life in general). Can't seem to work as fast and as efficiently as I need to, or sometimes I just can't get myself to work at all. And it doesn't help that there's no room to breathe in the schedule the faculty gave us for our submissions. Again, thank you and will try to pick my self up again with this
sending you so much love Aira ❤️ I really do believe we’re never “given” more than we can handle. as tough and stressful as it can all be sometimes (or all the time) I’m relearning how to appreciate my circumstances and these challenges because it means that I’m not stagnant and that I’m improving. my mom just reminded me last night that discomfort and growing pains are normal when we’re about to move onto the next level :) keep your head up & stay strong!! you’ve already come this far, you’ll for sure be able to finish off your last year strong 💪🏻✨
@@rowena Okay, so I never really comment on RUclips videos, but usually go through a lot of them. I am at the final year of my architecture school rn and in exact same situation as Aira was a year ago. And I just feel like you answered my question from the future a year ago :'). Love you loads.❤️
Rowena, I want to say thank so much to you for the past month I have been really depressed and I wasn't doing anything good with my life, even thought of killing myself.... But after watching almost all of your videos, I started to regain strength. So thanks for helping me getting back with my life again, you inspired me to get back on track...
The bullet journaling book is beyond amazing, I have been bullet journaling for years but finally got around to reading his book and I recommend it to everyone it helps on so many levels of just learning how to handle life better and be a better version of you. Keep up the great work Rowena, always sending support your way always!!!
Literally when i got this notification I think it was a sign. I've literally been stuck in not knowing what I'm doing lost as...there's nothing else that motivates me but at least your video has cheered me up even if its a few minutes....
I always came back to watch this vid all over again. Is like that little push I need to start doing things and don´t feel bad if is not something is not on my To Do list or agenda. Is a reminder: Take your time, you{re doing well! Thanks Ro!
Wise words. Thank you. Even at 65 years of age everything you have said resonates with me. No matter what our age we all struggle to find what we need to know and do to live our best life. Appreciate your sharing your self reflections and your process...get so much inspiration from it. Happy days!❤🙏👍
i started my year watching your videos and i feel you're like an elder sister to me. now i know how it feels like having someone to redirect you from being who you are. i'm the eldest child in our family and i feel lost and wasn't able to embrace the changing of seasons in my life. this is because i feel stuck between working and studying at the same for my family. i forgot to listen to my body. thanks rowena! i'll be waiting for your other videos ahead. 🙆🏻♀️
So 2019 has definitely been a season of change throughout the RUclips community as a whole and in my personal life as well I think. But with all these changes, where it might have stumped us last year, I have seen so many push through and it gets me SO pumped because I know what comes next is only great things.
I realised that i have been overating, overdrinking, hate my work, no exercising etc...ohhh NOT forgetting NO reading is happening since this Covid. However now i have just identified the issues and the seasons. thank you
I really appreciated your idea about IDing where the behaviors are coming from. When I think about it, my sleeping in or lethargy definitely come at times when I feel stuck or overwhelmed. Thanks for shining a light on that perspective!
I identify so much with you, it's insane! From your writing style when you journal, to the things you value in life, your taste, etc.. I just love watching your videos. Thank you so much for sharing xxx
You’re one of my favorite RUclipsrs, your videos have helped me and are still helping me get unstuck especially after burnout. I’m going to start journaling and writing affirmations today because I felt the most at peace with my spirit when I did. I also feel the changes coming this season, much more than just on a physical level. I hope by being consistent and finding that balance of doing things for me and finishing the work I need to finish brings me back to how I was mid January. Thank you for this video
So I've been playing this video every week for the past 2 months. Sometimes every day. There's just something about what she says gets me out of my funk and gets me moving. Thank you for your awesome content!
RUclips suggested me your channel on one of the worst phases I’m going through and I cannot believe how you just explained what I’ve been trying to understand was going on in my head, you really helped me sort my thoughts and understand them and know that they’re okay and normal. Can’t thank you enough, you’re a lifesaver.
These things that you say and then ask yourself "like what did I just say, does it make any sense?" are actually one of the smartest/most inspiring and the most intuitive things I have heard in a while :)
I really needed this too! Recently, I’ve encountered some hard truths paired with uncomfortable growth, and I’ve been pulling myself back into my little hole of comfort to avoid adapting. Now, I feel more motivated to handle my sh*t and take care of myself.
Thank you so much for this video! I felt depressed, unmotivated for the last 3 weeks and you said all I needed to hear: I am not alone who feels this way and it’s totally fine. You are amazing! Thank you so much 🙏
love this video. perfect timing for me. time isn't linear so I love that no matter when I catch a new video it will resonate with me at that moment in life. DST is next week and I am feeling expansive. thanks so much for the advice.
Today I did exactly what you suggested, started with one small task and it set off a great trend for the day! I woke up and immediately started my laundry and from there had a productive day of getting my priorities and chores and studying in order. I feel so prepared for the week ahead and this video was just what I needed before ending my weekend!!! Thanks, Rowena :)
Honestly, this made me feel so much better because I have been feeling really stressed out lately... So thank you for making this video and I wish you all the best!
didn''t even know i needed this video...i've been feeling exactly the same way, especially about not wanting to be in my feelings All The Time and wanting to just implement all the things i know about life and productivity! girl you are doing a wonderful job and i am rooting for your peace and happiness
this video was on my recommendations list at pretty much the perfect time. I've been struggling for the past couple of months about trying to get myself better and doing things to be a better version of myself, but i ended up loosing all my motivation and feeling like doing nothing honestly. i feel like this video is a reminder for being present rather than being in our heads all the time and i really wanna thank you for that; i think a lot of this type of videos are more like trying to sell the perfect lifestyle rather than being real and authentic like you are doing right here, and for me that means a lot, so thank you so much.
This is so meaningful to me right now. As of late, school and studying have really taken it out of me and I've been putting off what I really want to do. I love to wake up early and clean or write and I love to feel productive. But this hasn't happened in so long and I've been so stuck. Thank you, Rowena.
Girl! Thank you for this video. Please don't step away. There are people like me who love you and need you here. Thank you for keeping it real with the struggle of inconsistency. Thank you for helping me relate to you that we're not perfect ..we have seasons.... Thank you!
Honestly, I adore your videos so much! You're so inspiring and your content is extremely calming and beautiful. You can be so proud of yourself and I'm super excited for the upcoming videos! I'm rooting for you and I hope you will find out what that big change in your life is! xx
Girl... THANK YOU for sharing this. It’s resinated with me so much. I’ve also been sleeping in and avoiding the things that I know will bring so much value and growth to my life because I’ve been comfortable in my life. I just need to get outta my own damn way and this video helped to remind me that I’m not alone, this is normal and I can get passed this✨👏🙌👊🙏🏼✨
I can relate to you SO much. My favorite thing to do it watch your videos with in the kitchen with a cup of tea and it’s like we’re having a girl talk! These are the type of conversations I love to have. Loved this.
I had no idea that my lack of motivation could be a matter of being resistant to changes. However, when you talked about this, I thought that actually could be the reason. Recently I achieved a goal which will really change my life in a second. I couldn’t really believe in it and felt unmotivated to work on other goals. 🙉🙉🙉 Now I will try to embrace this change and look if that will help. Thank you, Rowena ❤️🌸
Hey just letting you know I haven't been watching our videos for that long, but they have already helped me be a more introspective and productive person. I like what your channel has to offer. Please keep it up. You're killing it!
Thank you so much Rowena, for allll your advice and inspiration! Recently, my "circle has been expanding", but in a very unexpected and painful way.. My father was just diagnosed with prostate cancer.. I didn't know what to do, what to say, or how to go about my daily life. All I could think about was, " I need to go visit him! I need to research different treatments!", and just spiraled in my own thoughts. I felt stuck- which is exactly when I saw the notification for this video. It was kismet timing, and I truly believe you somehow new that this would be helpful for someone in your audience. Thankfully you did, because this week, this was exactly what I needed to hear. Your advice inspired me to take it one step at a time, to "take a breath", and to not fear the next season in my life.
I AGREE 101 . IT IS GREAT , TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO OVERCOME AND ACTUALLY KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEMS ARE . I THINK , YOU’VE HELPED ME ALOT TO OVERCOME WITH MY PROBLEMS, I HAD STOPPED WRITING FOR A WHILE , AND I AM GETTING BACK TO IT I AM SO GRATEFUL TO YOU. POWER TO YOU! ❤
You're one of the few people I follow because you seem very down to earth. I have to thank you, because yesterday I came across your profile and saw your video about thrifting in the height street and I went to wasteland today and sold a leather jacket i didn't want anymore. Sounded funny but I appreciate it. I wish I could get to know you, I like you're genuine.
Rowena ur so relatable. I like to work all the time and always have new things I want to try, but then I overwork and sometimes emotions that I'm suppressing interfere with my unrealistic plans and I habitually sleep in, go to bed late, lose motivation, waste all my time on my phone or distracting myself with social media. And instead of asking myself what I needed or what was bothering me, I would just tell myself that I was lazy and make myself feel bad about not constantly working. 2020's the year I learn how to take care of myself tho😙
Wow this video was just perfect for me at this moment in life. Today is my birthday. But for some reason I feel a little overwhelmed with change and knowing that I am now 23. I asked myself: why do I feel like this and as Rowena points out, change the way you think and do something that makes you happy. And that is exactly what I did. With that being said, I am planning my weekly calendar and feeling recharged!!!!! Thank you for the motivation sunshine. I am so grateful for your content!!!!!!
Rowena, you might be one of the few people on this platform that I can seriously, seriously relate to. It was kind of crazy when you were talking about how you started by making your bed (8:18) as I was in the middle of making my bed and listening to you! A big thank you for showing us your thought process, I appreciate your honesty :)
I've been in the same situation for a few weeks now too, and it's awesome to hear your perspective on it. This video came in at a perfect time! For me, I think it's seasonal depression, so I'm very excited for this daylight savings time cause I need to return to my normal, sane, not exhausted stage--- good luck to everyone feeling the same way!
I love how reflective you are 💡and am so glad you picked up the bujo method book, it has changed my life! Not so much the daily logging of tasks, but the reflective exercises Ryder shares in the book. Wishing you well on your path to these new habits, looking forward to updates 💐
Wow this was so relatable because yesterday was my day off from work and I only seemed lounge in bed all day. I started to feel awful that I wasn't doing something productive. Throughout my busy week all I ever daydream of for my day off is going on adventures, trying new things, and expanding my experiences. Instead, week after week, I find myself exhausted and prefer to lay in bed. But it's so true about doing just one thing and how that accumulates into something bigger. Yesterday I decided to pick up my guitar for the first time in months and try learning a new song. I only got the first few chords but hey - I did something! So proud of you for sharing these similar thoughts too. Let's both get out of this rut! Wishing you a lovely day 😘
its always so nice to get these talks from you, about where you're at and to help inspire others. i really needed this as i'm a first year fine arts student at university and lacking inspiration
I graduated from college 6 months ago and I am applying for masters right now. I felt lost in the void for so long but your videos make me feel inspired and want to do more. I don’t say this often but thank you for being a inspiration and motivation ❤️✨
Thank you so much Rowena. I had a nervous breakdown yesterday because I finished uni in December and I just feel... lost. I really needed this today. Love you 💕
omg girl 😭 every single word you said that really what I feel these days..and that what I need to hear about it thanks for sharing this with us ....I wish the best to you
I can’t remember the specific video but a while ago I was in a real funk, similar stuff to what you described here, and I watched a video of yours and the first thing you mentioned was getting out of the house, going for a walk or something like that. It was about 6:30pm when I was watching it and the sun was gonna be setting soon and I just suddenly thought, “I should go to the beach.” I’m lucky enough to live near beautiful beaches and always tell myself I should go more, and so I just got up and went. I never even finished the video I literally just left, and it was freaking amazing. That was about 2 months ago and now I’ve been going for twilight swims 2 or 3 times a week, it’s a great way to end my day and is so relaxing and makes me feel so good and it was all because of your video, I never would have gone had you not put that idea in my head :) thank you for helping me to introduce this new habit into my life! You are awesome!!!
You know Rowena I discovered you a week ago and fell in love with your aura automatically! I bought collagen powder and matcha for my super Lattes! I started Mr Sunshine and Im in love!!! Hahaha youre so amazing!
Need to pause this amazing video halfway because I’m motivated already. Thank you thank you. Will restart it after taking a walk in the park and doing a simple yoga. Love you.
You deserve so much more subscribers! You make videos everyone should see :) We sometimes forget it is okay to be imperfect and fall out of our normal schedule
That quote is EXACTLY how I've felt over the past few months. I've been calling it my "season of decrease" - things that used to work for me weren't anymore. I've used it as a time to take stock, minimise, and rest.
love your stillness, thanks for dedicating so much time into sharing your personal inner processes! so so inspiring, always feel ready to move forward with love after I watch any of your videos 🌟🤗
Just the right time to unstuck!!! For the past 2 weeks im lost and out of focus. Esp on my work/task hahaha so thank god that im not the only one facing this!!! Love this! Hopefully dis week will be better week for me n the rest of us 💜
I just wanted to say that you’re not alone! I’m feeling the same and not necessary enjoy it, but that’s fine :) you’re great! Thank for sharing all those things to us
Yes, a podcast is needed, felt what you were saying and I just wanted to give you a hug! You have such good advice and I relate to much with what you are saying, thank you :')
that.. was really relatable, for monthss now, i have alot of moments i lay on my bed until past noon.. (worst case.. until 3pm) and yes.. i am running away from this HUGE CHANGE that is about to come in my life.. thinking of facing it head-on feels overwhelming, but then again, i know, no matter how long i run away, there will come a day, i MUST face it.
Ok, this is EXACTLY what I’ve been going through for a MONTH & what you’re saying makes so much sense about a life season change because I definitely feel like that’s what I’m going through & maybe my lack of motivation is some form of resistance to those changes, even though surface level I’m going with the flow, but I feel this underlying stress & sort of sadness... it’s like re-parenting yourSelf having to tell yourSelf to get up & do things... I’m the say way around water; at least over the last few years, I feel very much grounded & balanced being outside, in nature but especially at the beach or in the water. Early 2019 I was taking care of a women here on the north shore of kauai who had dementia & her home was literally a 5-7 minute walk from the beach. As I’m heyoka empath, I’m highly sensitive to other people’s energy & environmental energy too can be draining. So I would head to the beach around sunset & sort of float in the water watching the sun go down. I can’t even describe the colors out here, how much peace it brings! So simple, but so impactful & fulfilling! I’m also the type of person that feels when there’s a change & it could be subtle but you just FEEL it coming! You totally speak my language! 🙌🏻
your videos are just so good..... there are so many things i could say right now but i am just gonna settle for good because they’re so good and helpful and motivational
please please climb a new mountain called "podcasts" i would absolutely love a podcast hosted by you
Ohh I know this is strange but I love the phrasing of climbing a new mountain each time you achieve something or explore something new 💕
@@harrietblair8447 i know!! i totally love it too
Love it great idea she’s so awesome
OMG she should go on Matt Davella's podcast!
Omg, i would love that. And toltally listen to it 👍
I love just listening to her voice, I could sleep to it...but I can't sleep to it because I want to hear her wisdom
😂😂 ily!!
she's indeed wise. I'm so suprised by how much I learn from her.
if she makes a podcast listen to it awake and when going to sleep, best of both words.
also i agree her voice is nice and soft .
It's called behavioral activation. Do something for 15 minutes and it will activate you to continue.
Thank you :D
i always get the feeling that the wisdom you share is stuff you need to hear as well, and it's actually so comforting. you're so candid, and you share your struggles so openly - usually I find people who are like 'productivity gurus' hard to watch or listen to because it sounds like they're selling something... but you talk like you're almost journalling, or empowering yourself, not just us. it feels like a conversation with a friend! thanks for always being so refreshing and honest :)
that's exactly what I felt when I listened to her, it's almost like a deep convo with your best friend
this video honestly came at the perfect time. this week has been the worst week that i've had and i've been stuck in this endless rut. everytime you upload gives me a sense of hope to keep pushing in life. so thank you for this 💖
😭 ily! sending you so so so much love Syuje. regardless of how our previous week/months have been, tomorrow is a brand new day 💕
@@rowena yes for once I'm excited for the next day! 💖
Metooooooo
absolutely. agreed.
You have no idea how much I needed this video right now. I've been depressed with anxiety and I've lost the will to do any schoolwork even though I used to be a top student. I would just not do the work and hand them in late and then worry during the day because I have social anxiety and all my friends and teachers might think I'm being lazy if I don't do the work. I don't know how to escape but hearing advice from you will hopefully be a start. Thanks Ro :)
your situation is extremely similar to mine! I’ve gotten through and better, but I’m still struggling with the social anxiety and the occasional hits of major depression. I feel spending time and focusing on myself helped extremely. It’s difficult when you have school everyday and no time to focus on yourself. I think that just chose the best option and schedule so you can focus on yourself. I was lucky enough to transfer to an independent study school and I had a lot of time for myself. Just finding time and accepting yourself and your feelings would help. Sorry if this didn’t make sense or if I over gave you advice! Reading your comment reminded me of how I was back in 8th grade through 10th who was struggling to go to school and forcing every emotion down to focus on school even if I was gone a lot and now I’m a straight A high school senior who finished their credits early. So don’t give up! Even if it seems like there’s no hope, there is! I believe in you!
Going through the same right now. Just can’t seem to find myself to do anything.
Literally the same Is happening to me rn. My friends even are mad at me about it and that made me feel even worse, cause I'm already out of myself and feeling like I dont have my school friends' support makes me feel awful. But I'm trying not to be hard on myself because it was just a season, this Is not who I am and I know that I'll be my normal self again. Stay strong, friend!
@@orgels Aw I'm so sorry you are going through this and am also glad you're in a better place now❣️ I totally relate with what you were/are going through; additionally, from my experience, social anxiety is really not as well-known as other mental health illnesses and that's really sad to me😭 I'm really happy for you that you transferred to an independent study school-I also wanted to drop out but I have a father who's exhibited signs of abusiveness and so that plan didn't work. That was not over advice at all, in fact I really needed to hear that. Thank you so much for looking out for me even though we never met, I wish we could talk more! I've also been missing a lot of school and have found it really difficult to go even though it's my junior year-I'm really really happy for you that you pushed through it!! Stay strong and thank you again❣️
@@TheJennifer3107 I know exactly how you feel, I've found it really difficult to actually do anything. Stay strong, I'm looking out for you❣️
how about making a podcast? i think it would be amazing
(overcast really good free app for podcasts)!!!
love you so much, your so down to earth and always so relatable
"being still enough so that you can listen to what you're telling yourself."
Your videos are a nutrition to my soul 😭❤️
YAAAAAAAAASSSS!!!
off topic, but your skin is glowiiiing, we need a skin care routine 💕
I was just crying on my fiance about an hour ago about how I feel like I've been in a slump for ages and I don't know what to do... So this came at the perfect time ❤
So what changed 2 yrs ago and what did you do and how have u changed since then?
I want to know seriously, I'm in a rut...I'm not being sarcastic, I am needing to hear others accomplishments to hopefully get out of this slump...
Quiet subscriber here and I usually don't comment but thank you for this. I'm in my last year in architecture school and I'm having THE worst week about thesis (and life in general). Can't seem to work as fast and as efficiently as I need to, or sometimes I just can't get myself to work at all. And it doesn't help that there's no room to breathe in the schedule the faculty gave us for our submissions.
Again, thank you and will try to pick my self up again with this
sending you so much love Aira ❤️ I really do believe we’re never “given” more than we can handle. as tough and stressful as it can all be sometimes (or all the time) I’m relearning how to appreciate my circumstances and these challenges because it means that I’m not stagnant and that I’m improving. my mom just reminded me last night that discomfort and growing pains are normal when we’re about to move onto the next level :) keep your head up & stay strong!! you’ve already come this far, you’ll for sure be able to finish off your last year strong 💪🏻✨
@@rowena Okay, so I never really comment on RUclips videos, but usually go through a lot of them. I am at the final year of my architecture school rn and in exact same situation as Aira was a year ago. And I just feel like you answered my question from the future a year ago :'). Love you loads.❤️
Rowena, I want to say thank so much to you
for the past month I have been really depressed and I wasn't doing anything good with my life, even thought of killing myself.... But after watching almost all of your videos, I started to regain strength. So thanks for helping me getting back with my life again, you inspired me to get back on track...
I hope you’re still with us
The bullet journaling book is beyond amazing, I have been bullet journaling for years but finally got around to reading his book and I recommend it to everyone it helps on so many levels of just learning how to handle life better and be a better version of you. Keep up the great work Rowena, always sending support your way always!!!
Literally when i got this notification I think it was a sign. I've literally been stuck in not knowing what I'm doing lost as...there's nothing else that motivates me but at least your video has cheered me up even if its a few minutes....
I always came back to watch this vid all over again. Is like that little push I need to start doing things and don´t feel bad if is not something is not on my To Do list or agenda. Is a reminder: Take your time, you{re doing well!
Thanks Ro!
Wise words. Thank you. Even at 65 years of age everything you have said resonates with me. No matter what our age we all struggle to find what we need to know and do to live our best life. Appreciate your sharing your self reflections and your process...get so much inspiration from it. Happy days!❤🙏👍
Living a full life means also living in uncertainty
i started my year watching your videos and i feel you're like an elder sister to me. now i know how it feels like having someone to redirect you from being who you are. i'm the eldest child in our family and i feel lost and wasn't able to embrace the changing of seasons in my life. this is because i feel stuck between working and studying at the same for my family. i forgot to listen to my body. thanks rowena! i'll be waiting for your other videos ahead. 🙆🏻♀️
So 2019 has definitely been a season of change throughout the RUclips community as a whole and in my personal life as well I think. But with all these changes, where it might have stumped us last year, I have seen so many push through and it gets me SO pumped because I know what comes next is only great things.
I realised that i have been overating, overdrinking, hate my work, no exercising etc...ohhh NOT forgetting NO reading is happening since this Covid. However now i have just identified the issues and the seasons. thank you
i hope things start getting better for you soon ! ❤️
I really appreciated your idea about IDing where the behaviors are coming from. When I think about it, my sleeping in or lethargy definitely come at times when I feel stuck or overwhelmed. Thanks for shining a light on that perspective!
I identify so much with you, it's insane! From your writing style when you journal, to the things you value in life, your taste, etc.. I just love watching your videos. Thank you so much for sharing xxx
You’re one of my favorite RUclipsrs, your videos have helped me and are still helping me get unstuck especially after burnout. I’m going to start journaling and writing affirmations today because I felt the most at peace with my spirit when I did. I also feel the changes coming this season, much more than just on a physical level. I hope by being consistent and finding that balance of doing things for me and finishing the work I need to finish brings me back to how I was mid January. Thank you for this video
So I've been playing this video every week for the past 2 months. Sometimes every day. There's just something about what she says gets me out of my funk and gets me moving. Thank you for your awesome content!
you seem so real. I followed you after watching this vulnerable and beautiful video.
RUclips suggested me your channel on one of the worst phases I’m going through and I cannot believe how you just explained what I’ve been trying to understand was going on in my head, you really helped me sort my thoughts and understand them and know that they’re okay and normal. Can’t thank you enough, you’re a lifesaver.
These things that you say and then ask yourself "like what did I just say, does it make any sense?" are actually one of the smartest/most inspiring and the most intuitive things I have heard in a while :)
I really needed this too! Recently, I’ve encountered some hard truths paired with uncomfortable growth, and I’ve been pulling myself back into my little hole of comfort to avoid adapting. Now, I feel more motivated to handle my sh*t and take care of myself.
Thank you so much for this video! I felt depressed, unmotivated for the last 3 weeks and you said all I needed to hear: I am not alone who feels this way and it’s totally fine. You are amazing! Thank you so much 🙏
love this video. perfect timing for me. time isn't linear so I love that no matter when I catch a new video it will resonate with me at that moment in life. DST is next week and I am feeling expansive. thanks so much for the advice.
Today I did exactly what you suggested, started with one small task and it set off a great trend for the day! I woke up and immediately started my laundry and from there had a productive day of getting my priorities and chores and studying in order. I feel so prepared for the week ahead and this video was just what I needed before ending my weekend!!! Thanks, Rowena :)
Honestly, this made me feel so much better because I have been feeling really stressed out lately... So thank you for making this video and I wish you all the best!
didn''t even know i needed this video...i've been feeling exactly the same way, especially about not wanting to be in my feelings All The Time and wanting to just implement all the things i know about life and productivity! girl you are doing a wonderful job and i am rooting for your peace and happiness
this video was on my recommendations list at pretty much the perfect time.
I've been struggling for the past couple of months about trying to get myself better and doing things to be a better version of myself, but i ended up loosing all my motivation and feeling like doing nothing honestly.
i feel like this video is a reminder for being present rather than being in our heads all the time and i really wanna thank you for that; i think a lot of this type of videos are more like trying to sell the perfect lifestyle rather than being real and authentic like you are doing right here, and for me that means a lot, so thank you so much.
her videos are really helping me out for moving forward and realize what it needed to be realize in life. thank u so muchhhhhh love ya.
😭💕 sending you so much love potato fam. we got thisss!
Thank you. For being in tune with yourself and being willing to share that with us. It brings inspiration to so many!
This is so meaningful to me right now. As of late, school and studying have really taken it out of me and I've been putting off what I really want to do. I love to wake up early and clean or write and I love to feel productive. But this hasn't happened in so long and I've been so stuck. Thank you, Rowena.
Girl! Thank you for this video. Please don't step away. There are people like me who love you and need you here. Thank you for keeping it real with the struggle of inconsistency. Thank you for helping me relate to you that we're not perfect ..we have seasons.... Thank you!
i am old enough to be her gramma but yet i Love her and her stuff has changed my life. i Love it, so inspiring.
Honestly, I adore your videos so much! You're so inspiring and your content is extremely calming and beautiful. You can be so proud of yourself and I'm super excited for the upcoming videos! I'm rooting for you and I hope you will find out what that big change in your life is! xx
Girl... THANK YOU for sharing this. It’s resinated with me so much. I’ve also been sleeping in and avoiding the things that I know will bring so much value and growth to my life because I’ve been comfortable in my life. I just need to get outta my own damn way and this video helped to remind me that I’m not alone, this is normal and I can get passed this✨👏🙌👊🙏🏼✨
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I think you've accomplished a while lot more than just 1, and your helping us all climb mountains with you!
I can relate to you SO much. My favorite thing to do it watch your videos with in the kitchen with a cup of tea and it’s like we’re having a girl talk! These are the type of conversations I love to have. Loved this.
You are such a motivation for young girls and ppl of all ages❤
I had no idea that my lack of motivation could be a matter of being resistant to changes. However, when you talked about this, I thought that actually could be the reason. Recently I achieved a goal which will really change my life in a second. I couldn’t really believe in it and felt unmotivated to work on other goals. 🙉🙉🙉 Now I will try to embrace this change and look if that will help. Thank you, Rowena ❤️🌸
Perfect timing. I've never appreciated you so much Rowena, thank you for saying all the right things
Hey just letting you know I haven't been watching our videos for that long, but they have already helped me be a more introspective and productive person. I like what your channel has to offer. Please keep it up. You're killing it!
ahhh 💛 thank you so much gabrielle! ☺️ welcome to the fam hehe
You are my go to person for a little boost of clarity and inspiration Ms Tsai
Thank you so much Rowena, for allll your advice and inspiration!
Recently, my "circle has been expanding", but in a very unexpected and painful way.. My father was just diagnosed with prostate cancer.. I didn't know what to do, what to say, or how to go about my daily life. All I could think about was, " I need to go visit him! I need to research different treatments!", and just spiraled in my own thoughts. I felt stuck- which is exactly when I saw the notification for this video. It was kismet timing, and I truly believe you somehow new that this would be helpful for someone in your audience. Thankfully you did, because this week, this was exactly what I needed to hear. Your advice inspired me to take it one step at a time, to "take a breath", and to not fear the next season in my life.
I AGREE 101 .
IT IS GREAT , TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO OVERCOME AND ACTUALLY KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEMS ARE .
I THINK , YOU’VE HELPED ME ALOT TO OVERCOME WITH MY PROBLEMS, I HAD STOPPED WRITING FOR A WHILE , AND I AM GETTING BACK TO IT I AM SO GRATEFUL TO YOU.
POWER TO YOU! ❤
You're one of the few people I follow because you seem very down to earth. I have to thank you, because yesterday I came across your profile and saw your video about thrifting in the height street and I went to wasteland today and sold a leather jacket i didn't want anymore. Sounded funny but I appreciate it. I wish I could get to know you, I like you're genuine.
i love it. ill hear you for HOURS talking about whatever
sometimes I feel like ur psychic bc I genuinely needed to hear exactly this.. thank you so much.
I love your jacket. Also you’re such an inspiration. Thanks for helping me and making me feel like I’m not alone.
Rowena ur so relatable. I like to work all the time and always have new things I want to try, but then I overwork and sometimes emotions that I'm suppressing interfere with my unrealistic plans and I habitually sleep in, go to bed late, lose motivation, waste all my time on my phone or distracting myself with social media. And instead of asking myself what I needed or what was bothering me, I would just tell myself that I was lazy and make myself feel bad about not constantly working. 2020's the year I learn how to take care of myself tho😙
All I can say is good for you! 👍👍. You’re having spiritual awakening. We have those 3 or 4 times in a lifetime.
Wow this video was just perfect for me at this moment in life. Today is my birthday. But for some reason I feel a little overwhelmed with change and knowing that I am now 23. I asked myself: why do I feel like this and as Rowena points out, change the way you think and do something that makes you happy. And that is exactly what I did. With that being said, I am planning my weekly calendar and feeling recharged!!!!! Thank you for the motivation sunshine. I am so grateful for your content!!!!!!
Rowena, you might be one of the few people on this platform that I can seriously, seriously relate to. It was kind of crazy when you were talking about how you started by making your bed (8:18) as I was in the middle of making my bed and listening to you!
A big thank you for showing us your thought process, I appreciate your honesty :)
I talk to myself too - especially when I feel stuck
this week has been awful, I'm so tired of feeling blah. this video came at the right time
*Rowena uploaded a video 1 minute ago* Haven't clicked a video faster. I love you Rowena!
gahhh!! ILY 💕 thanks for being here Kezia!
I've been in the same situation for a few weeks now too, and it's awesome to hear your perspective on it. This video came in at a perfect time! For me, I think it's seasonal depression, so I'm very excited for this daylight savings time cause I need to return to my normal, sane, not exhausted stage--- good luck to everyone feeling the same way!
I love how reflective you are 💡and am so glad you picked up the bujo method book, it has changed my life! Not so much the daily logging of tasks, but the reflective exercises Ryder shares in the book. Wishing you well on your path to these new habits, looking forward to updates 💐
I love your personality. Unlike you, I dislike control, but I still need to have some. This really helped me, Ro. thank you ✨👍🏻
Wow this was so relatable because yesterday was my day off from work and I only seemed lounge in bed all day. I started to feel awful that I wasn't doing something productive. Throughout my busy week all I ever daydream of for my day off is going on adventures, trying new things, and expanding my experiences. Instead, week after week, I find myself exhausted and prefer to lay in bed. But it's so true about doing just one thing and how that accumulates into something bigger. Yesterday I decided to pick up my guitar for the first time in months and try learning a new song. I only got the first few chords but hey - I did something! So proud of you for sharing these similar thoughts too. Let's both get out of this rut! Wishing you a lovely day 😘
I LOVE your comfort zone analogy!
its always so nice to get these talks from you, about where you're at and to help inspire others. i really needed this as i'm a first year fine arts student at university and lacking inspiration
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!! This is going to sound weird but it's like you put all the floating puzzle pieces in my head back together!!!!😇
Thank you for being so open and showing strength!!
your vulnerability is powerful
I graduated from college 6 months ago and I am applying for masters right now. I felt lost in the void for so long but your videos make me feel inspired and want to do more. I don’t say this often but thank you for being a inspiration and motivation ❤️✨
Thank you so much Rowena. I had a nervous breakdown yesterday because I finished uni in December and I just feel... lost. I really needed this today. Love you 💕
omg girl 😭 every single word you said that really what I feel these days..and that what I need to hear about it thanks for sharing this with us ....I wish the best to you
I can’t remember the specific video but a while ago I was in a real funk, similar stuff to what you described here, and I watched a video of yours and the first thing you mentioned was getting out of the house, going for a walk or something like that. It was about 6:30pm when I was watching it and the sun was gonna be setting soon and I just suddenly thought, “I should go to the beach.” I’m lucky enough to live near beautiful beaches and always tell myself I should go more, and so I just got up and went. I never even finished the video I literally just left, and it was freaking amazing. That was about 2 months ago and now I’ve been going for twilight swims 2 or 3 times a week, it’s a great way to end my day and is so relaxing and makes me feel so good and it was all because of your video, I never would have gone had you not put that idea in my head :) thank you for helping me to introduce this new habit into my life! You are awesome!!!
You know Rowena I discovered you a week ago and fell in love with your aura automatically! I bought collagen powder and matcha for my super Lattes! I started Mr Sunshine and Im in love!!! Hahaha youre so amazing!
Thank you rowena I feel reset in life everytime you upload ❤
Need to pause this amazing video halfway because I’m motivated already. Thank you thank you. Will restart it after taking a walk in the park and doing a simple yoga. Love you.
Good for you! I go through similar periods of feeling stuck...usually some good movement and cleaning gets me inspired👍🏾
i love these, i’m listening to it rn in school as a podcast between class to class and i am feeling uninspired so this is helping
You deserve so much more subscribers! You make videos everyone should see :) We sometimes forget it is okay to be imperfect and fall out of our normal schedule
That quote is EXACTLY how I've felt over the past few months. I've been calling it my "season of decrease" - things that used to work for me weren't anymore. I've used it as a time to take stock, minimise, and rest.
Since I found your channel am always here, I get myself here thank you sis
The feelings you described I knoooow too well. I feel just the same those days I oversleep, but sometimes I need a day off to put myself together.
You are dead ass motivating as hell
I've been needing some insight like this, and I really had been craving content from you, thank you for posting! Hope you have a good week!
love your stillness, thanks for dedicating so much time into sharing your personal inner processes! so so inspiring, always feel ready to move forward with love after I watch any of your videos 🌟🤗
Just the right time to unstuck!!! For the past 2 weeks im lost and out of focus. Esp on my work/task hahaha so thank god that im not the only one facing this!!! Love this! Hopefully dis week will be better week for me n the rest of us 💜
You are basically the BEST.
I just wanted to say that you’re not alone! I’m feeling the same and not necessary enjoy it, but that’s fine :) you’re great! Thank for sharing all those things to us
Yes, a podcast is needed, felt what you were saying and I just wanted to give you a hug! You have such good advice and I relate to much with what you are saying, thank you :')
06:10 Love this quote from "The Bullet Journal Method." Thank you for sharing it and your experience with that concept.
that.. was really relatable,
for monthss now,
i have alot of moments i lay on my bed until past noon..
(worst case.. until 3pm)
and yes.. i am running away from this HUGE CHANGE that is about to come in my life..
thinking of facing it head-on feels overwhelming, but then again,
i know, no matter how long i run away, there will come a day,
i MUST face it.
This is my current situation/feelings/ emotions/state of mind. Rowena!!!!!!! Thank you for this video, you don't know much this helps me.
yES!!! I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR ANOTHER UPLOAD!! I NEEDED THIS VIDEO
I GOTCHU 💕 thanks for being here so early Kristin :)
Ok, this is EXACTLY what I’ve been going through for a MONTH & what you’re saying makes so much sense about a life season change because I definitely feel like that’s what I’m going through & maybe my lack of motivation is some form of resistance to those changes, even though surface level I’m going with the flow, but I feel this underlying stress & sort of sadness... it’s like re-parenting yourSelf having to tell yourSelf to get up & do things... I’m the say way around water; at least over the last few years, I feel very much grounded & balanced being outside, in nature but especially at the beach or in the water. Early 2019 I was taking care of a women here on the north shore of kauai who had dementia & her home was literally a 5-7 minute walk from the beach. As I’m heyoka empath, I’m highly sensitive to other people’s energy & environmental energy too can be draining. So I would head to the beach around sunset & sort of float in the water watching the sun go down. I can’t even describe the colors out here, how much peace it brings! So simple, but so impactful & fulfilling!
I’m also the type of person that feels when there’s a change & it could be subtle but you just FEEL it coming! You totally speak my language! 🙌🏻
gurl i completely know what u mean with what u said about swimming. i go once a week, and it’s one of the best things i’ve ever done for myself.
I’m so excited you’re going to start bullet journaling
Really appreciate your honesty! Hope you are being kind to yourself as well.
your videos are just so good..... there are so many things i could say right now but i am just gonna settle for good because they’re so good and helpful and motivational