Shimon, I don't know what to say really, but as soon as I started watching your videos, my life regained colour. I found a beautiful girl, I got jobs, and I'm finally happy. Thank you so much.
Shimon, you've pushed me to be the best version of myself and find inner peace. I'm still healing but I'm currently 8 days free from smoking, porn and consistent in the gym thanks to you and myself. Thank you.
@@maximilianbley7158don’t worry I was scared to but after I went to the gym I loved it most of the people there are nice and helpful when I didn’t know how to do a exercise tons of people helped me just go stop saying your scared there is nothing to be afraid of
What I learned from this video: 1) Overconsumption and overindulgence in technology is limiting our true potential in life 2) Overconsumption is convenient and convenience/comfort is addicting and gives us an excuse to overconsume 3) There is so much more to life than just our screens After watching, I did 20 push-ups on my knuckles. This video really touched me since though I have been off social media for half a year now, I still find myself consuming on RUclips and not applying what I learned into my actual life. I will keep trying to improve myself. To anyone reading this, I wish you the best and hope that you can find peace and balance in your life. If you read this Shimon, I want to thank you for pushing everyone to be our best selves and continuing to provide value to us, you are truly an inspiration brother.
I chilled in a hot tub for 2 hours today looking at the trees and sky, and just watching nature, and it was probably the most fun I’ve had in the past month.
I was watching this while I was working out. Right before this, I was going to do it, but I told myself no, and got up and went to workout. The lesson I learned was to take it step by step. When you do that, even though it’ll take time, you won’t feel as overwhelmed. Thanks Shimon, for all you say. I don’t want to fall back into the hole that is porn. I was 22 days free, but I did it yesterday. Now I have to start all over again. But at the end of the day, it was a mistake, and I’ll learn. Sorry for the long paragraph. God Bless ✌️
22 days good job! That’s the first step, and I may only be 2 weeks but I’m glad your optimistic. About continuing and not falling into a hole of instant gratification followed by depression and scrolling. Idk who you are but I believe in you.
mindlessly consuming is destroying us; their are demons cackling at us because we have lost our self control; comfort is killing our dreams, your inspiration in life; 15 pushups; decieded to write the things im learning in a spiral notebook
-Mindless consuming is destroying you -Your mind enjoys mindlessly scrolling addictive cause it is easy to do and it feels good -Your brain loses something when it is put into one confined space -Watch about how social media is affecting your life 1. GO OUTSIDE: turn your phone off, hide if from you and touch grass, run on rocks, go swimming, and go talk to people -Understand that there's more to life than screens 2.TAKE IT SLOW: step by step, stop something, then something or be a soldier and drop it all BONUS FROM ME: be a content creator: get more dopamine from achieving success like Shimon Davis
Not after this video specifically but watching you got me going to the gym, cooking my own meals, focusing more on my studies, not engaging any of that bad stuff online and just generally improving myself for the better. Thank you for sharing your experience with the world, its helping lots of people overcome bad habits and improve themselves. Including me.
After the video, I did 30 squats and made sure that I was okay. Thank you for bringing this to our attention because you’re not just making videos, you’re changing lives 🙂
I'm proud of myself that i never lost my attention span even thought i started playing on the pc when i was like 14. But i definitely lost the ability to start conversations. Climbing trees is also still fun, but finding time to do those things ain't easy. Thank you Shimon for the things you do for us. And i'll hit my 30 pushups now. Cya
Shimon my dear friend, You have become more powerful than you could ever know. You've touched countless stained souls with your light and mine was no exception. Seconds before this video started, I was in the restroom, getting ready to do the unspeakable to myself. But your words reached me today. I sat over myself wanting to indulge so bad but you begged me not to and I'm so glad I listened. I have made so many better, conscious decisions because of our conversations. Yes, you may be speaking into a microphone and staring at a camera, but Shimon your words and your energy is REAL! As many others have said, you have tailored your words in such a way that makes us feel like you're here in the room with us. Without a doubt, your presence in my life, however digital, has begun to make profound repairs to my spirit and for that I can't be grateful enough. After your video ended, I went and did some pushups, cleaned up my room a bit and enjoyed some other monotonous tasks and I'm happy to report that my temporary urges went away. I'll be more ready to fight them now because of you. Thank you, Shimon. I know this is a long one. I won't fault you for missing this essay of a comment but if anyone is still reading, I love you, I'm happy to be amongst a tribe of such beautiful people and let's all kick life's ass together.
I’ve learned that people can over do it with dopamine. Hey, I'm guilty of talking too much with friends online 😅 But I have recently been turning on my DnD option on my phone and setting alarms for a few hours. Starting small is the way to go! 🎉
I usually save your videos to watch it later, but this morning, I decided to watch your entire video. Most of the things you said, I already knew it, but I was just delusional, lying to myself. I realized the importance of our mental health by watching this video. And always remember, a negative mind can't have a positive life. Thank you for your video and the strength you share. And keep up the simple content, that’s what we like ❤️
Watching this has made me go outside, enjoying the cold weather via taking showering myself in the rain. Working out after taking a bath and over all just appreciating the smaller things, even if I'm late to the party. I still got to reflect and do what I needed and wanted to do. Thank you.
Went for a walk in the city today. Usually, I can never bring myself to face anyone. But lately I’ve been finding myself making eye contact with people.
3 things i learned/took note of; 1 - We really have grown into goldfish mentality, i can remember being a kid in the late 90s and i think a lot about what my kids have access to comparatively. electronic handheld entertainment used to by SNES, N64, PS1, Gameboy Pocket. theres something missing these days. i remember a game used to be a whole package, play till beat. nowadays its a minigame madness scenario on things like kids tablets where there are so many little games that also have pay walls and ads. 2 - A lot of us have been programmed to isolate in some way shape or form, and we have the power to change that within ourselves if we learn how to use the power. 3 - Shimon can edit videos all on his own 😅 i hit them 15 pushups too, and did some tai chi movements
I am addicted to p. i have this amazing girlfriend but idk what to do anymore i love her so much but whenever i talk to her i relapse i've tried before to not indulge but i know she's a trigger for me but i don't want to lose her i don't know what to do I'm scared but i know i can't be with the girl i love because i relapse thank you Shimon i've changed a lot from what i used to be i go to the gym i eat healthier you have helped me so much. i don't wanna come to the realisation that i have to break up with her or stop talking to her even though i love her so so sooo much but it is what it is i need to move forward. Thanks for reading all my yapping. me and you have already completed our goals life is just late thank you shimon love you bro
Firstly what I learned 1) I didn't improve because of my bad loop which is about falling down in the trap of screens, then work super hard (cramming), having the need to rest so I let myself falling in this trap of instantly dopamine 2) Do effort isn't a bad thing at all 3) Comfort ruins everything I have. Now I will get out of bed, and learn to spend my time in a better way. I will learn how to make effort in every aspect of my life.
This is why I appreciate your content Shimon. It's very chill, and there's not a lot of going on in your videos, and I say that in the best way possible; it's just you, in your room, with some chill music, talking some real shi. You make me think about my life and look at those areas of my life that I need to pay more attention to and improve. Much love from Spain
I am going to workout today!! I personally think my attention span isn't that bad, but it can be better, and while i quit using my phone all the time, now i am always on my laptop, and i have to stop. i'm going to only use it for assignments and then a maximum of 2-3 hours for my mindless scrolling, while I can do other things. I just remembered that when I was a kid, the reason I was so much happier is because I would spend hours outside just playing in the grass or making soup with leaves and mud. and when I would go inside I would play games with all my teddy bears and toys and we would pretend to be a family. IT WAS SO FUN. i never cared what anyone thought, i wasn't as afraid to talk to people even though i was always shy. THANK YOU for this video!!
After this video I wrote down the 3 things I learnt from this video You don’t have to do so much to enjoy life There is more to life than staring at screens for hours The simple things in life are the most important After that I got up and tidied myself up and tidied the environment I was sitting in I read some of my bible too And remember guys your not alone in these tough times. Remember to live a little and enjoy things in life. Don’t take things to seriously and just Love. God bless everyone ❤
Hey Shimon, thanks for this video, and all of your previous content so far. You have made me stop being addicted to all the cheap social media content, and thanks to you I just went outside and did 30 knuckle pushups, bit harsh on the hands but unlike the damage and time loss that addiction do, those wounds can heal. I coincidentally also heard a pigeon (or "childhood bird" as everyone calls it) outside again, and that made me very happy. Glad to be sent one of your videos by a good friend of mine a couple weeks ago, and I hope everyone here will continue to grow. Many thanks, and keep up this amazing work of creating a tribe for those of us who want to break free.
I learned that life happens and i have to live it instead of distracting myself all the time, I learned that my attention span is really bad and i got to change that, I learned that i need to be more present and be more thankful for what i have in life and cherish the people around me. I am now going to learn some Spanish before going to bed.
Thank you for acknowledging your simple editing style 🙏 Overediting has really done a number on us as a whole & going back to being simple really can help fix that dopamine addiction
Watched this while on the stationary bike, then going to run to the gym and then back from the gym before school. Keep up the good work man, all love from the UK.
Hey man, thanks for another great video. i appreciate how grounded they are. The little assignment after this video was pretty nice, also. i did 15 pushups, 15 squats, and 15 sit-ups... Just a little something to get me moving. Keep up the great work. You're doing humanity a much needed service. ✌️
I've learnt so much from your videos, especially considering I just recently discovered ur channel, i decided to drink water and had a genuine conversation with a friend i haven't seen in a while.. Thank you so much
Thank you Shimon. I am so proud of how far you have come and you deserve all that you are getting. You are changing lives, my brother. You have changed my life. I went to go chill outside and read a book. Then I went to swim and go to the gym.
fr man thanks for all the vids. I decided to do a lil mini workout that i had been puttin off (100 pushups and 100 squats). I also decided to go spend sum tim wit my family instead of sittin on my computer all day. Love the vids man, keep it up
I watched this video while drawing for school and you helped me remember why its so important to see other people, to get outside, and to stay concious of social media and the type of content we consume.
What I'm doing after this video is going for a walk. I don't do that enough, so I want to start going for walks at least 3 times a week. I also wrote down some key points and some of my favorite takeaways from this video in a journal that I've had just sitting here empty, and I plan to journal my thoughts on these videos more often too.
Thank you for this wonderful video! I love your ability to cover a wide variety of topics covered thoroughly in such short time. This is what I took away: 1. We are confining our very life force to small, digitally constructed boxes. This can be very damaging, as shown with animals kept in zoos - we essentially restrict ourselves from growing, exploring, learning and living. 2. Due to a surplus of external dopamine, we have become desensitized to all aspects of life that used to provide us with happiness when we were younger. Hence people do not find joy in simple activities, such as climbing a tree, or taking a brisk walk through nature. 3. Many would prefer actions that are simple, easy and convenient over something that requires either mental or physical effort. 4. Humanity inherently has the desire to make things, to manipulate our environments into fulfilling our wants and needs. Technology has simplified the processes of doing so, but in turn has encouraged us to be lazy. 5. Our attention span is extraordinarily fucked. This is certainly due to social media and its abundance of short form content, with its users having multiple points of stimulation simultaneously. This has affected most, if not all aspects of our lives. As Shimon states, many cannot even watch a movie without subtitles (another point of stimulation). When attending to activities, even such as watching a youtube video, the mind is preoccupied with a million other things; disrupting our focus entirely. 6. We are hooked to our bad habits that provide the detrimental dopamine as mentioned in the second point. Many refuse to accept the hard truth that they are addicted/hooked, and hence cannot isolate the cause and develop solution to the problem at hand. The first step to remedy an addiction is acceptance of it, and then taking action to avoid the trigger of it. I followed your advice and spent some time out in my garden with my cats. May you have a blessed day brother, and I'm proud of you for providing clarity to so many people in their times of struggle
I started off my morning listening to (not even watching) this video, did some reflections/journaling, and hit a set of twenty pushups right after. Shout out to you for helping all of us be mindful of ourselves as we start our days, weeks, and new chapters of our lives
Man this kind of content was just what I was looking for. Just watched a couple of your videos and I couldn't realte more with this mindset. It just really makes me sad when I try to share this knowledge with somebody and that somebody is not event aware of their over consumption and the ways that they destroy themselves and the potential they have. Makes me want to just grab them by the shoulders and SHAKE. Anyways, if you've been in a situation like this I would like to hear your perspective, tips, all of that good stuff. Keep it up man!
Hey Shimon, I just wanted to thank you for your content. I really like the calm nature and the good advice you give. I'm gonna keep challenging myself as best as I can and I just wanna say that you improved my thoughts, thank you Shimon and I hope the best for you.
Shimon, I hope you know you’ve changed my and everyone else’s lives with your ‘reality check’ (if you wanna put it that way.) I’ve always been a skinny dude addicted to all sorts of crap (junk food, social media, etc.) and kept falling into a continuous cycle of relapse. Your content so far has helped me drop some of my major addictions, however today I decided I am going to stop being on my phone every minute of the day (deleting social media from my phone). Sometimes living in ignorance is bliss. Sometimes I don’t want to know everything that’s going on bc it keeps getting me hooked. Thank you for everything you do and I promise to change for the better.
I've been watching your videos for a while, and I've had so many realizations from the topics you touch on. I'm watching this video at 10:30 pm, about to go to sleep, (I guess that can be the thing I do for self improvement after the video) and I have had a realization that addiction is a far larger issue throughout my life than I had previously thought. You are way too right man. I love all of your videos, I love the way you look at things and explain things, and I love your the way you display your Ambitions because it motivates me to be better. Almost 3 nights in a row now, I have chilled out before bed to your videos, and I just want to say you help me (and judging by the comment section, quite a few others,) process information from throughout my day, and what's going on in my head in general. This could be making no sense, I am about to go to bed, but I love your videos man. You have earned yourself a fan.
All the way from [SOUTH AFRICA] man I can't find enough words to explain how you are such a blessing not only to my life but I believe I speak for others who would testify as well. To see a young leader who leads with dedication and Love is so heart-warming. May the Good LORD we serve bless you with more wisdom and grace upon your life. Amen
Learned three things: • If nothing changes, nothing changes. • We love ease in living and will pursue comfort at our own detriment. • The most important thing is to be conscious of how we use our time everyday(“how is this improving myself?”). After this video I’ll be taking a walk, practicing deep breaths, and reading a textbook when I get back. It’s gonna be a tough but worthwhile journey back to healthy habits.
i’ll ad gym to my journey soon but rn fellas wake up watch this dude, and clean, and after like 1h, lock in my grind🔥🔥🔥 work or rest the rest of the day talk to my family or some freak
Shimon I learned about letting go social media and at least getting my mind distracted from those things and at least getting on my phone less and being more productive in life and thanks for helping me and I'll do push ups till failure and even if I get tempted to go back on it but it's time to let go of the habits and start becoming the best version of myself
Always appreciate your messages brodie. After this I went and read a chapter of the 48 Laws of Power. Working to expand my knowledge more by reading and develop my vocabulary.
Hey Shimon! I started to read and took a wee break from the screen after finishing the video. I've been trying to make it more of a habit in my life because I love stories a lot. Only ten pages though, I'm not trying to go too hard, but it's easy on me. Your videos are hella cool, and very much a gem amongst all the stones. Thanks mate!
I saw your first video about two months ago, maybe less and I was wasting my time on social media. I think you have such a great approach on younger minds and how doom scrolling is draining their life. I learned how to draw the day I saw your first video and I also started boxing and more core strength workouts for each session. My screen time on my phone has went from seven and half hours to around and hour and fifteen minutes including my music for lifting. Ever since I've watched your videos I've gained so much more time for the things that really matter in life. For this video even though its almost nine pm I will be doing seventy five pushups after a chest day. (Had to hit a hundred.)
I learned to go outside more. I learned that phones are evil to an extent. I lead that social media has destroyed humanity and will only continue. I went outside and I rode up and down the road on my skateboard. Love you shimon ❤
Before watching the video I got outside and I saw two mantis, I started playing with them while I saw them walking on my hands. When you say we have to stop overstimulating ourselves with all the bad things the internet and social media have, I realized that after deleting Instragram (I spent more than 9 hs per day) I get into RUclips videos resuming series or just mindless scrolling into the shorts. I want to change that after the video. It's still hard being without Instragram because it was my escape to responsibility, but now I have more time to do things I like. I started studying how to edit videos and how to use apps for sound editing as a gift I always wanted to do. I still need to work with the RUclips thing, I still have it only for you and other series I follow daily. But I promise to get out of the mindless scrolling and start improving more in the thing I want to change. Like always thanks for your content and for trying to help others when you're also doing the best you can to have the best version of yourself. I hope anyone here can achieve their goals and change the things they want with effort and consistency, the best of luck for everyone
This video is another eye opener for me. I’ve already been doing good on no porn, almost a whole month, I know I’m not out of the clear yet but it definitely feels better. I deleted instagram a week or 2 ago to limit the triggers but also to limit my mindless scrolling. My only issue is RUclips at this point, and it’s 90% shorts. I’m going to limit the amount of time I scroll on shorts, or just not watch them anymore. Like you said in the video it over stimulates and makes your brain feel tons of emotions in a short amount of time. It’s midnight and I got school tomorrow, but I’m gona hit the gym and go on a run. Great video bro.
Ur cool as hell bro, i admire the fact that u fully embracrd and conquered yourself, although i know you're still struggling to stay in control like us all, ur on a good path, good shit bro
i have to say, my life has been slowly improving after finding your channel, man. I finally managed to get away from porn, i’ve been using my phone and other devices way less (still working on using them even less), and after watching this video, i’ve just done 20 pushups in a row, which is the most i’ve done so far. These videos are phenomenal, man. Keep up the good work! 👍👍
i respect you, in alll the videos i’ve watched about anti pornography from men, not a single one of them talked about the exploitation they use to make that type of content. there’s a wide lense one has to take to look at it, the damaging effects on the brain and body, and also the women involved in creating it.
I have been on this journey for a while. I have been going to the gym and taking walks 5-6 days a week. Just started doing yoga/meditation in the morning I’m on day 3 today!
I just did 6 pistol squats and journaled about how I used to make games out of sticks and rocks as a kid and would never be bored. I realized I was never this stuck and miserable before, something changed but that doesn’t mean I can’t change once more. This time towards mental discipline and freedom. Thank you for this video
You know I realy need to thank You, after watching some of your videos a month ago or sth like that i realy stated to improve myself. I stopped living in a place that looked like someone just threw all my shit all over the floor, started excersing (im thinking about going to the gym), also i stopped using tiktok, and recently started my journey to get rid of porn in my life. So all I have to say love you and thank you
Even if I already know that it’s good. It’s nice to know people still are helping others. I’ve been wanting to start back up my RUclips channel. Journaling just isn’t enough to express how I really feel about life. I’m so grateful for the people around me. Everything is so much nicer. Just being able to tune out what people say about you. Because it doesn’t matter. Should I just start on my phone? I’ve been trying to get my discipline up as well. Keeping good habits even if it’s hard. Because I know it’s going to pay off. Like cold showers. I dunk my face in ice cold water. Even if it doesn’t work to help me. It’s helping me dicipline myself.
Man you put into words everything I’ve ever thought about the current state of the younger generation. It’s truly heartbreaking how many young kids are allowing excessive social media and pornography consumption to rot their minds. I truly hope the right people find this video and start to take action before it’s too late. I was on twitter yesterday just for a bit and I’ve noticed it’s now a onlyfans promo fest, the amount of promo ads for onlyfans models is truly sickening. It’s like they want pornography to be the way of the world. This is not a world we really want to create for the future generations. Porn has become so normalised that kids are thinking it’s completely acceptable to indulge in. I’ll be real though I don’t even blame these kids either because it’s what they’ve been exposed to and see normalised they don’t know any better. Much respect to you for you consistent uploads you deserve every bit of love and respect appreciate you brother ❤️
I learned that I should be on my phone less possibly turn it all the way off, I learned I need to stop taking the comforting and stimulating path because life is meant to be simple, and I learned by acknowledging those things and by knowing what I am doing and why i'll be able to get out of my head and take action. After this I will exercise and read.
When I got done watching I created my language learning schedule as I'm planning to learn a few foreign languages this year! So I wrote out my plan for day one.
After watching this video I decided to practice playing my guitar which I haven't touched in months, did a couple pushups, and went out to hoop with friends. As a bonus I also unsubscribed from channels I don't watch anymore, especially ones that are more focused on shorts so that I can enjoy longer, more useful content. Thanks Shimon!
The 3 things I learned simplified Lock away phone, memory is flawed from years of overstimulation, smoking, and pushing out problems. It won’t be easy but if you don’t change jt won’t get better. What I did 20 push ups, got some water and ate some grapes now I’m about to go outside and breathe
I feel like overstimulation is gonna be the end of our humanity. In the near future VR and AI girlfriends are gonna be the norm, replacing genuine human interaction. Too much "good" isn't right for a human. Problems exist for a reason. Guys please stop overstimulating yourself, you're only making everything worse.
You spitting once again. 2 days ago i told myself im gonna stop chasing content to run from boredom and stop beating my shit just to see what i could get from it. Instead i just sit there with my thoughts. Come up with creative ideas. Think about what influences my decisions in life. Think about that girl that ive been trying to heal from and how to let go of her. And i found so much motivation and drive from just myself. Instead of getting on youtube i looked into college. i practiced piano. wrote some ideas for some characters for a story i want to write and that was the best day I’ve had in a long time. All the stuff ive been procrastinating doing i just simply wanted to be there and present with it. Just one day and the difference was extremely noticeable. I don’t want to go back.
1. Overstimulation comes mostly from our phones, so the easiest way to get away from the hook is just to shut down your phone when you dont truly need it 2. Short attention span keeps one away from high-effort high-reward tasks 3. There is greater purpose than to be enslaved by our desires Went to some surf training today, felt really good
After watching the video I learned one to accept what it is that’s taking up all my energy. Secondly being more honest with myself about these things, and thirdly it’s ok that I’m where I am at rn. Only one direction and that’s up. I hit 10 pushups and 10 Squats
I gotta use the bathroom first, but im gonna walk outside and walk a bit and just chill in nature. It’s raining a little but it’s not too bad so it should be fine. Thank you.
after i done watching this i did 100 push ups i cleaned my room i watered the plant in my room and i turned off my phone and told my self that im not goon check it until tommorow and yea thats all thanks man god bless u
I learned: 1. Phones have destroyed our generation 2. Harder=Better 3. Life is only what we make it to be I’m gonna do some pull-ups get a drink and catch up on school work tonight and listen to David Goggins Joe Rogan podcast
Shimon i went to the gym and it felt so Refreshing, I haven't been to the gym in so long. That's mainly because I got stuff to work here at home. But it felt good if it was nice.
Shimon, I don't know what to say really, but as soon as I started watching your videos, my life regained colour. I found a beautiful girl, I got jobs, and I'm finally happy. Thank you so much.
I’m beyond happy for you
Shimon, you've pushed me to be the best version of myself and find inner peace. I'm still healing but I'm currently 8 days free from smoking, porn and consistent in the gym thanks to you and myself. Thank you.
Im too scared for the gym i Workout at home
@@maximilianbley7158yea me too.
@@maximilianbley7158 as long as you're working out brother, keep it up
Go to the gym
@@maximilianbley7158don’t worry I was scared to but after I went to the gym I loved it most of the people there are nice and helpful when I didn’t know how to do a exercise tons of people helped me just go stop saying your scared there is nothing to be afraid of
What I learned from this video:
1) Overconsumption and overindulgence in technology is limiting our true potential in life
2) Overconsumption is convenient and convenience/comfort is addicting and gives us an excuse to overconsume
3) There is so much more to life than just our screens
After watching, I did 20 push-ups on my knuckles. This video really touched me since though I have been off social media for half a year now, I still find myself consuming on RUclips and not applying what I learned into my actual life. I will keep trying to improve myself. To anyone reading this, I wish you the best and hope that you can find peace and balance in your life. If you read this Shimon, I want to thank you for pushing everyone to be our best selves and continuing to provide value to us, you are truly an inspiration brother.
I chilled in a hot tub for 2 hours today looking at the trees and sky, and just watching nature, and it was probably the most fun I’ve had in the past month.
biophilia effect
I was watching this while I was working out. Right before this, I was going to do it, but I told myself no, and got up and went to workout. The lesson I learned was to take it step by step. When you do that, even though it’ll take time, you won’t feel as overwhelmed. Thanks Shimon, for all you say. I don’t want to fall back into the hole that is porn. I was 22 days free, but I did it yesterday. Now I have to start all over again. But at the end of the day, it was a mistake, and I’ll learn. Sorry for the long paragraph. God Bless ✌️
22 days good job! That’s the first step, and I may only be 2 weeks but I’m glad your optimistic. About continuing and not falling into a hole of instant gratification followed by depression and scrolling. Idk who you are but I believe in you.
@@Lester_Houston thanks. Really, thanks 🙏
Of course, limiting the use of social networks is the key to a true social life! ❤️
It really is!
mindlessly consuming is destroying us; their are demons cackling at us because we have lost our self control; comfort is killing our dreams, your inspiration in life; 15 pushups; decieded to write the things im learning in a spiral notebook
-Mindless consuming is destroying you
-Your mind enjoys mindlessly scrolling addictive cause it is easy to do and it feels good
-Your brain loses something when it is put into one confined space
-Watch about how social media is affecting your life
1. GO OUTSIDE: turn your phone off, hide if from you and touch grass, run on rocks, go swimming, and go talk to people
-Understand that there's more to life than screens
2.TAKE IT SLOW: step by step, stop something, then something or be a soldier and drop it all
BONUS FROM ME: be a content creator: get more dopamine from achieving success like Shimon Davis
Not after this video specifically but watching you got me going to the gym, cooking my own meals, focusing more on my studies, not engaging any of that bad stuff online and just generally improving myself for the better. Thank you for sharing your experience with the world, its helping lots of people overcome bad habits and improve themselves. Including me.
Well I grabbed my stuff and went for a walk. Without my phone
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To start the journey I've gone outside just to contemplate people passing by, for half an hour, practicing mindfully thoughts
After the video, I did 30 squats and made sure that I was okay. Thank you for bringing this to our attention because you’re not just making videos, you’re changing lives 🙂
I was doing some sit-ups while listening to this video. Thank's a lot man, God bless your soul.
I'm proud of myself that i never lost my attention span even thought i started playing on the pc when i was like 14. But i definitely lost the ability to start conversations. Climbing trees is also still fun, but finding time to do those things ain't easy. Thank you Shimon for the things you do for us. And i'll hit my 30 pushups now. Cya
Good job bro, hit those push ups
Shimon my dear friend,
You have become more powerful than you could ever know. You've touched countless stained souls with your light and mine was no exception. Seconds before this video started, I was in the restroom, getting ready to do the unspeakable to myself. But your words reached me today. I sat over myself wanting to indulge so bad but you begged me not to and I'm so glad I listened. I have made so many better, conscious decisions because of our conversations. Yes, you may be speaking into a microphone and staring at a camera, but Shimon your words and your energy is REAL! As many others have said, you have tailored your words in such a way that makes us feel like you're here in the room with us. Without a doubt, your presence in my life, however digital, has begun to make profound repairs to my spirit and for that I can't be grateful enough. After your video ended, I went and did some pushups, cleaned up my room a bit and enjoyed some other monotonous tasks and I'm happy to report that my temporary urges went away. I'll be more ready to fight them now because of you.
Thank you, Shimon. I know this is a long one. I won't fault you for missing this essay of a comment but if anyone is still reading, I love you, I'm happy to be amongst a tribe of such beautiful people and let's all kick life's ass together.
I love you to bro❣
I’ve learned that people can over do it with dopamine. Hey, I'm guilty of talking too much with friends online 😅 But I have recently been turning on my DnD option on my phone and setting alarms for a few hours. Starting small is the way to go! 🎉
I usually save your videos to watch it later, but this morning, I decided to watch your entire video. Most of the things you said, I already knew it, but I was just delusional, lying to myself. I realized the importance of our mental health by watching this video. And always remember, a negative mind can't have a positive life. Thank you for your video and the strength you share. And keep up the simple content, that’s what we like ❤️
Watching this has made me go outside, enjoying the cold weather via taking showering myself in the rain. Working out after taking a bath and over all just appreciating the smaller things, even if I'm late to the party. I still got to reflect and do what I needed and wanted to do. Thank you.
This dude is the wises person I know at any age. Bro is only 20 years young. Thanks for everything bro.
Outside
Talking to God
Push up rotation
Just wona rock with you this year and see how things work brav. You good tho.
Went for a walk in the city today. Usually, I can never bring myself to face anyone. But lately I’ve been finding myself making eye contact with people.
I’ve been doing callisthenics for 6 months and enjoying peace I don’t use my phone when I eat anymore I just focus on enjoying the meal
3 things i learned/took note of;
1 - We really have grown into goldfish mentality, i can remember being a kid in the late 90s and i think a lot about what my kids have access to comparatively. electronic handheld entertainment used to by SNES, N64, PS1, Gameboy Pocket. theres something missing these days. i remember a game used to be a whole package, play till beat. nowadays its a minigame madness scenario on things like kids tablets where there are so many little games that also have pay walls and ads.
2 - A lot of us have been programmed to isolate in some way shape or form, and we have the power to change that within ourselves if we learn how to use the power.
3 - Shimon can edit videos all on his own 😅
i hit them 15 pushups too, and did some tai chi movements
Uninstalled instagram, washed the dishes (a week's worth), and went to bed early(10pm) with no phone, only a pen and pad.
I am addicted to p. i have this amazing girlfriend but idk what to do anymore i love her so much but whenever i talk to her i relapse i've tried before to not indulge but i know she's a trigger for me but i don't want to lose her i don't know what to do I'm scared but i know i can't be with the girl i love because i relapse thank you Shimon i've changed a lot from what i used to be i go to the gym i eat healthier you have helped me so much. i don't wanna come to the realisation that i have to break up with her or stop talking to her even though i love her so so sooo much but it is what it is i need to move forward. Thanks for reading all my yapping. me and you have already completed our goals life is just late thank you shimon love you bro
Just finished the video and I’m abt to go play basketball after a quick meal, I appreciate the things you’re doing for the world Shimon. Thank you 🙏🏾💯
I was watching this while I was working out, I was able to push myself a lil more, thanks for always being amazing man 👌🏾
Firstly what I learned
1) I didn't improve because of my bad loop which is about falling down in the trap of screens, then work super hard (cramming), having the need to rest so I let myself falling in this trap of instantly dopamine
2) Do effort isn't a bad thing at all
3) Comfort ruins everything I have.
Now I will get out of bed, and learn to spend my time in a better way. I will learn how to make effort in every aspect of my life.
This is why I appreciate your content Shimon. It's very chill, and there's not a lot of going on in your videos, and I say that in the best way possible; it's just you, in your room, with some chill music, talking some real shi. You make me think about my life and look at those areas of my life that I need to pay more attention to and improve. Much love from Spain
I am going to workout today!! I personally think my attention span isn't that bad, but it can be better, and while i quit using my phone all the time, now i am always on my laptop, and i have to stop. i'm going to only use it for assignments and then a maximum of 2-3 hours for my mindless scrolling, while I can do other things. I just remembered that when I was a kid, the reason I was so much happier is because I would spend hours outside just playing in the grass or making soup with leaves and mud. and when I would go inside I would play games with all my teddy bears and toys and we would pretend to be a family. IT WAS SO FUN. i never cared what anyone thought, i wasn't as afraid to talk to people even though i was always shy. THANK YOU for this video!!
After this video I wrote down the 3 things I learnt from this video
You don’t have to do so much to enjoy life
There is more to life than staring at screens for hours
The simple things in life are the most important
After that I got up and tidied myself up and tidied the environment I was sitting in
I read some of my bible too
And remember guys your not alone in these tough times. Remember to live a little and enjoy things in life. Don’t take things to seriously and just Love. God bless everyone ❤
Hey Shimon, thanks for this video, and all of your previous content so far. You have made me stop being addicted to all the cheap social media content, and thanks to you I just went outside and did 30 knuckle pushups, bit harsh on the hands but unlike the damage and time loss that addiction do, those wounds can heal. I coincidentally also heard a pigeon (or "childhood bird" as everyone calls it) outside again, and that made me very happy. Glad to be sent one of your videos by a good friend of mine a couple weeks ago, and I hope everyone here will continue to grow. Many thanks, and keep up this amazing work of creating a tribe for those of us who want to break free.
I learned that life happens and i have to live it instead of distracting myself all the time, I learned that my attention span is really bad and i got to change that, I learned that i need to be more present and be more thankful for what i have in life and cherish the people around me. I am now going to learn some Spanish before going to bed.
Thank you for acknowledging your simple editing style 🙏 Overediting has really done a number on us as a whole & going back to being simple really can help fix that dopamine addiction
Watched this while on the stationary bike, then going to run to the gym and then back from the gym before school. Keep up the good work man, all love from the UK.
Hey man, thanks for another great video. i appreciate how grounded they are. The little assignment after this video was pretty nice, also. i did 15 pushups, 15 squats, and 15 sit-ups... Just a little something to get me moving. Keep up the great work. You're doing humanity a much needed service. ✌️
I've learnt so much from your videos, especially considering I just recently discovered ur channel, i decided to drink water and had a genuine conversation with a friend i haven't seen in a while.. Thank you so much
Thank you Shimon. I am so proud of how far you have come and you deserve all that you are getting. You are changing lives, my brother. You have changed my life. I went to go chill outside and read a book. Then I went to swim and go to the gym.
fr man thanks for all the vids. I decided to do a lil mini workout that i had been puttin off (100 pushups and 100 squats). I also decided to go spend sum tim wit my family instead of sittin on my computer all day. Love the vids man, keep it up
Keep it up
I watched this video while drawing for school and you helped me remember why its so important to see other people, to get outside, and to stay concious of social media and the type of content we consume.
What I'm doing after this video is going for a walk. I don't do that enough, so I want to start going for walks at least 3 times a week. I also wrote down some key points and some of my favorite takeaways from this video in a journal that I've had just sitting here empty, and I plan to journal my thoughts on these videos more often too.
Thank you for this wonderful video! I love your ability to cover a wide variety of topics covered thoroughly in such short time. This is what I took away:
1. We are confining our very life force to small, digitally constructed boxes. This can be very damaging, as shown with animals kept in zoos - we essentially restrict ourselves from growing, exploring, learning and living.
2. Due to a surplus of external dopamine, we have become desensitized to all aspects of life that used to provide us with happiness when we were younger. Hence people do not find joy in simple activities, such as climbing a tree, or taking a brisk walk through nature.
3. Many would prefer actions that are simple, easy and convenient over something that requires either mental or physical effort.
4. Humanity inherently has the desire to make things, to manipulate our environments into fulfilling our wants and needs. Technology has simplified the processes of doing so, but in turn has encouraged us to be lazy.
5. Our attention span is extraordinarily fucked. This is certainly due to social media and its abundance of short form content, with its users having multiple points of stimulation simultaneously. This has affected most, if not all aspects of our lives. As Shimon states, many cannot even watch a movie without subtitles (another point of stimulation). When attending to activities, even such as watching a youtube video, the mind is preoccupied with a million other things; disrupting our focus entirely.
6. We are hooked to our bad habits that provide the detrimental dopamine as mentioned in the second point. Many refuse to accept the hard truth that they are addicted/hooked, and hence cannot isolate the cause and develop solution to the problem at hand. The first step to remedy an addiction is acceptance of it, and then taking action to avoid the trigger of it.
I followed your advice and spent some time out in my garden with my cats. May you have a blessed day brother, and I'm proud of you for providing clarity to so many people in their times of struggle
I started off my morning listening to (not even watching) this video, did some reflections/journaling, and hit a set of twenty pushups right after. Shout out to you for helping all of us be mindful of ourselves as we start our days, weeks, and new chapters of our lives
Man this kind of content was just what I was looking for. Just watched a couple of your videos and I couldn't realte more with this mindset.
It just really makes me sad when I try to share this knowledge with somebody and that somebody is not event aware of their over consumption and the ways that they destroy themselves and the potential they have. Makes me want to just grab them by the shoulders and SHAKE. Anyways, if you've been in a situation like this I would like to hear your perspective, tips, all of that good stuff. Keep it up man!
Hey Shimon, I just wanted to thank you for your content. I really like the calm nature and the good advice you give. I'm gonna keep challenging myself as best as I can and I just wanna say that you improved my thoughts, thank you Shimon and I hope the best for you.
Shimon, I hope you know you’ve changed my and everyone else’s lives with your ‘reality check’ (if you wanna put it that way.) I’ve always been a skinny dude addicted to all sorts of crap (junk food, social media, etc.) and kept falling into a continuous cycle of relapse. Your content so far has helped me drop some of my major addictions, however today I decided I am going to stop being on my phone every minute of the day (deleting social media from my phone). Sometimes living in ignorance is bliss. Sometimes I don’t want to know everything that’s going on bc it keeps getting me hooked. Thank you for everything you do and I promise to change for the better.
I've been watching your videos for a while, and I've had so many realizations from the topics you touch on. I'm watching this video at 10:30 pm, about to go to sleep, (I guess that can be the thing I do for self improvement after the video) and I have had a realization that addiction is a far larger issue throughout my life than I had previously thought. You are way too right man. I love all of your videos, I love the way you look at things and explain things, and I love your the way you display your Ambitions because it motivates me to be better. Almost 3 nights in a row now, I have chilled out before bed to your videos, and I just want to say you help me (and judging by the comment section, quite a few others,) process information from throughout my day, and what's going on in my head in general. This could be making no sense, I am about to go to bed, but I love your videos man. You have earned yourself a fan.
All the way from [SOUTH AFRICA] man I can't find enough words to explain how you are such a blessing not only to my life but I believe I speak for others who would testify as well. To see a young leader who leads with dedication and Love is so heart-warming. May the Good LORD we serve bless you with more wisdom and grace upon your life. Amen
I have never seen such wise people like you and jay and you really helped me change my mindset on life.
Straight gems👏🏽blessings brother
Learned three things:
• If nothing changes, nothing changes.
• We love ease in living and will pursue comfort at our own detriment.
• The most important thing is to be conscious of how we use our time everyday(“how is this improving myself?”).
After this video I’ll be taking a walk, practicing deep breaths, and reading a textbook when I get back. It’s gonna be a tough but worthwhile journey back to healthy habits.
I was watching this while I was cleaning , I’ve learnt that I don’t need validation from other people to improve myself.😊
i’ll ad gym to my journey soon but rn fellas
wake up watch this dude, and clean, and after like 1h, lock in my grind🔥🔥🔥 work or rest the rest of the day talk to my family or some freak
Shimon I learned about letting go social media and at least getting my mind distracted from those things and at least getting on my phone less and being more productive in life and thanks for helping me and I'll do push ups till failure and even if I get tempted to go back on it but it's time to let go of the habits and start becoming the best version of myself
Always appreciate your messages brodie. After this I went and read a chapter of the 48 Laws of Power. Working to expand my knowledge more by reading and develop my vocabulary.
Hey Shimon! I started to read and took a wee break from the screen after finishing the video. I've been trying to make it more of a habit in my life because I love stories a lot. Only ten pages though, I'm not trying to go too hard, but it's easy on me. Your videos are hella cool, and very much a gem amongst all the stones. Thanks mate!
I saw your first video about two months ago, maybe less and I was wasting my time on social media. I think you have such a great approach on younger minds and how doom scrolling is draining their life. I learned how to draw the day I saw your first video and I also started boxing and more core strength workouts for each session. My screen time on my phone has went from seven and half hours to around and hour and fifteen minutes including my music for lifting. Ever since I've watched your videos I've gained so much more time for the things that really matter in life. For this video even though its almost nine pm I will be doing seventy five pushups after a chest day. (Had to hit a hundred.)
I put my phone on full brightness and told myself once it died (it’s at 20% battery), I would not check it for the whole day.
🤝
love that you post videos every single day 😊
Bro I haven't watched all of your videos but my man... Keep grinding I love what you doing.
I learned to go outside more. I learned that phones are evil to an extent. I lead that social media has destroyed humanity and will only continue. I went outside and I rode up and down the road on my skateboard. Love you shimon ❤
Thanks for these videos!
Before watching the video I got outside and I saw two mantis, I started playing with them while I saw them walking on my hands. When you say we have to stop overstimulating ourselves with all the bad things the internet and social media have, I realized that after deleting Instragram (I spent more than 9 hs per day) I get into RUclips videos resuming series or just mindless scrolling into the shorts. I want to change that after the video. It's still hard being without Instragram because it was my escape to responsibility, but now I have more time to do things I like.
I started studying how to edit videos and how to use apps for sound editing as a gift I always wanted to do. I still need to work with the RUclips thing, I still have it only for you and other series I follow daily. But I promise to get out of the mindless scrolling and start improving more in the thing I want to change.
Like always thanks for your content and for trying to help others when you're also doing the best you can to have the best version of yourself.
I hope anyone here can achieve their goals and change the things they want with effort and consistency, the best of luck for everyone
This video is another eye opener for me. I’ve already been doing good on no porn, almost a whole month, I know I’m not out of the clear yet but it definitely feels better. I deleted instagram a week or 2 ago to limit the triggers but also to limit my mindless scrolling. My only issue is RUclips at this point, and it’s 90% shorts. I’m going to limit the amount of time I scroll on shorts, or just not watch them anymore. Like you said in the video it over stimulates and makes your brain feel tons of emotions in a short amount of time. It’s midnight and I got school tomorrow, but I’m gona hit the gym and go on a run. Great video bro.
Ur cool as hell bro, i admire the fact that u fully embracrd and conquered yourself, although i know you're still struggling to stay in control like us all, ur on a good path, good shit bro
I really look up the outside with different shoes by watching your videos And I enjoyed it Thanks Shimon
I hit 10 pushups, reverse crunches and squats. I meditated. I wrote down what I needed to fix my digital/mindless consumption habit.
i have to say, my life has been slowly improving after finding your channel, man. I finally managed to get away from porn, i’ve been using my phone and other devices way less (still working on using them even less), and after watching this video, i’ve just done 20 pushups in a row, which is the most i’ve done so far. These videos are phenomenal, man. Keep up the good work! 👍👍
i respect you, in alll the videos i’ve watched about anti pornography from men, not a single one of them talked about the exploitation they use to make that type of content. there’s a wide lense one has to take to look at it, the damaging effects on the brain and body, and also the women involved in creating it.
I have been on this journey for a while. I have been going to the gym and taking walks 5-6 days a week. Just started doing yoga/meditation in the morning I’m on day 3 today!
I just did 6 pistol squats and journaled about how I used to make games out of sticks and rocks as a kid and would never be bored. I realized I was never this stuck and miserable before, something changed but that doesn’t mean I can’t change once more. This time towards mental discipline and freedom. Thank you for this video
You know I realy need to thank You, after watching some of your videos a month ago or sth like that i realy stated to improve myself. I stopped living in a place that looked like someone just threw all my shit all over the floor, started excersing (im thinking about going to the gym), also i stopped using tiktok, and recently started my journey to get rid of porn in my life. So all I have to say love you and thank you
15 pushups down, gonna go biking outside rn - thanks a lot man 🙌
My g !
Even if I already know that it’s good. It’s nice to know people still are helping others. I’ve been wanting to start back up my RUclips channel. Journaling just isn’t enough to express how I really feel about life. I’m so grateful for the people around me. Everything is so much nicer. Just being able to tune out what people say about you. Because it doesn’t matter. Should I just start on my phone? I’ve been trying to get my discipline up as well. Keeping good habits even if it’s hard. Because I know it’s going to pay off. Like cold showers. I dunk my face in ice cold water. Even if it doesn’t work to help me. It’s helping me dicipline myself.
Man you put into words everything I’ve ever thought about the current state of the younger generation. It’s truly heartbreaking how many young kids are allowing excessive social media and pornography consumption to rot their minds. I truly hope the right people find this video and start to take action before it’s too late.
I was on twitter yesterday just for a bit and I’ve noticed it’s now a onlyfans promo fest, the amount of promo ads for onlyfans models is truly sickening. It’s like they want pornography to be the way of the world. This is not a world we really want to create for the future generations.
Porn has become so normalised that kids are thinking it’s completely acceptable to indulge in. I’ll be real though I don’t even blame these kids either because it’s what they’ve been exposed to and see normalised they don’t know any better.
Much respect to you for you consistent uploads you deserve every bit of love and respect appreciate you brother ❤️
Always watch your videos in the gym and they always open my eyes
My g !
I learned that I should be on my phone less possibly turn it all the way off, I learned I need to stop taking the comforting and stimulating path because life is meant to be simple, and I learned by acknowledging those things and by knowing what I am doing and why i'll be able to get out of my head and take action. After this I will exercise and read.
When I got done watching I created my language learning schedule as I'm planning to learn a few foreign languages this year! So I wrote out my plan for day one.
I did 20 Push ups you are helping ppl fr
i walk past this pond that i have by my house everyday but today might just be the day i sit there and enjoy the sound of nature
15 push ups, thank you so much shimon I pray for be able to see more of your videos
After watching this video I decided to practice playing my guitar which I haven't touched in months, did a couple pushups, and went out to hoop with friends. As a bonus I also unsubscribed from channels I don't watch anymore, especially ones that are more focused on shorts so that I can enjoy longer, more useful content. Thanks Shimon!
The 3 things I learned simplified
Lock away phone, memory is flawed from years of overstimulation, smoking, and pushing out problems. It won’t be easy but if you don’t change jt won’t get better.
What I did
20 push ups, got some water and ate some grapes now I’m about to go outside and breathe
I feel like overstimulation is gonna be the end of our humanity. In the near future VR and AI girlfriends are gonna be the norm, replacing genuine human interaction. Too much "good" isn't right for a human. Problems exist for a reason. Guys please stop overstimulating yourself, you're only making everything worse.
After this video I immediately dropped to do 50 push ups and also planning to go for a swim soon. Much love Shimon ❤
I actually was watching this while I do my workout, and then at the end you suggested physical activity, and I was like Im already on it bruh
drop it all, go cold turkey, deep clean that room, start lifting even if it’s at home.
Pursue meaning, not comfort.
Helping transform my life for real👏👏
I think our diet has made a huge impact on our mental health, whole foods diet definitely is the path to follow
You spitting once again. 2 days ago i told myself im gonna stop chasing content to run from boredom and stop beating my shit just to see what i could get from it. Instead i just sit there with my thoughts. Come up with creative ideas. Think about what influences my decisions in life. Think about that girl that ive been trying to heal from and how to let go of her. And i found so much motivation and drive from just myself. Instead of getting on youtube i looked into college. i practiced piano. wrote some ideas for some characters for a story i want to write and that was the best day I’ve had in a long time. All the stuff ive been procrastinating doing i just simply wanted to be there and present with it. Just one day and the difference was extremely noticeable. I don’t want to go back.
1. Overstimulation comes mostly from our phones, so the easiest way to get away from the hook is just to shut down your phone when you dont truly need it
2. Short attention span keeps one away from high-effort high-reward tasks
3. There is greater purpose than to be enslaved by our desires
Went to some surf training today, felt really good
I did jumping jacks and I went for a walk.
good job keep going💪💪
After watching the video I learned one to accept what it is that’s taking up all my energy. Secondly being more honest with myself about these things, and thirdly it’s ok that I’m where I am at rn. Only one direction and that’s up. I hit 10 pushups and 10 Squats
4:42 you ABSOLUTELY caught me
I gotta use the bathroom first, but im gonna walk outside and walk a bit and just chill in nature. It’s raining a little but it’s not too bad so it should be fine. Thank you.
after i done watching this i did 100 push ups i cleaned my room i watered the plant in my room and i turned off my phone and told my self that im not goon check it until tommorow and yea thats all thanks man god bless u
I learned:
1. Phones have destroyed our generation
2. Harder=Better
3. Life is only what we make it to be
I’m gonna do some pull-ups get a drink and catch up on school work tonight and listen to David Goggins Joe Rogan podcast
I really like your videos 🙏🏼
Shimon i went to the gym and it felt so Refreshing, I haven't been to the gym in so long. That's mainly because I got stuff to work here at home. But it felt good if it was nice.