A SIMPLE Life - it’s BEAUTIFUL
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- 'The meaning of life is to live fully - not plastic pleasure, not tinsel town pleasure - to live simply and enjoy life' - Lindsay Murray
Lindsay lives in a small town in the South Island of New Zealand. He lives a simple life, filled with simple pleasures. He believes that we've replaced beauty with what money can purchase. And through this, have lost connection with the real beauty, the bountiful gifts of nature, that are accessible to us all.
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"Step forward, don't look back too much in life. Just move forward." This hit me hard and I think it's one of my issues...I'm constantly looking back.
@David Mayes - and that's what these little stories are about - sharing gentle reminders for us to consider in our daily lives :) It's always a journey, and we're always learning more about ourselves and the world around us. Keep discovering David. xx
You are in good company, mate... keep on going and trust life 🤗
Everybody does as you do. So, "Step forward, don't look back too much in life. Just move forward."
Same goes for me as well. I really need to work on this one. Life teaches us to be more of ourselves everyday .
Ain’t not much point looking back
I'm 54 and I can't sleep at night because I'm in a panic about my life slipping away from me. I'm in a rush all day, often paralysed with indecision about what is the most important and useful thing to do so my day is not wasted. Sometimes i feel bad because I watch so many videos on UA-cam but videos like this help me so much. The idea of living simply like this lovely man does actually makes me cry. I crave it so much. Thank you for your videos. I'm sorry I can't help financially.
@viola girl - We're so glad that our films bring you a sense of peace. And I mean it when I say that your words of support and appreciation mean so much more to us than any money ever could. Stay right here with us. We'll work through this together x
I have learned from watching these videos, that being moved forward by society and its expectations, isn't always what moves you in your heart. I try to carve out a few moments in my day, just to do something that moves me. This is what nourishes the soul and makes the memories. Take a moment just to breathe, and do something for yourself. Or even, on occasion, do absolutely nothing at all - sometimes that in itself is calming. Be well. :)
Viola girl, be. It’s that simple. Just be. Promise.
"Your constant search for the perfect life will become your greatest source of misery." Quit watching the false representations of those who have supposedly figured it all out and are "living the life!" Your life is just as epic - maybe more. Enjoy every day - the weather, the challenges, the people - everything! Your whole life is a miracle - why not accept God's judgment?
Viola l m 60 years old, me too panic , l m watching this videis, my English is not good,translate. l m praying for you God is good, amen
I’m 56 and I severed my spinal cord in 1986 & became paralysed from my shoulders down. Sometimes I sit in my bed and watch these videos and read the comments and think…. Well I wonder at how much people have, without even knowing it. Or not seeing it. Life is hard, yes. But it mostly beats being dead….😎❤
There is a positivity in your words at the end which is wonderful - despite the circumstances you find yourself in. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We hope these videos can give you something, can encourage. We are glad that you are part of our journey. Sending you warm hugs and best wishes. Justine and Michael. 💚
I'm in there with you. Not paralyzed but no lungs and can not walk. Sleeping in bed is difficult. Food and drink chokes. Yep, we got our issues! But still manage till we cant.
I am a 29-year-old guy. I have been chasing life since i knew myself. I spent high school away from my family and then college for 6 years in another country. I hoped i could reunite with my family at last, but then life drove me to migrate to australia to find a better life. My country is wrecked with war. It’s been two years now. That means i have been chasing an elusive dream for 11 years away from family.
The thing is I dont see myself get happier. I feel lonely and i look back too much to my memories of my childhood, which wasnt that pleasant but at least it was with my family and loved ones. I dont know what to do next in my life. I have grown very pessimistic and always wonder why life can sometimes be unfair. Hearing this man talking hit me to the core. I hope i can have his outlook at life where simple things are appreciated and happiness seems to pour out without the need to buy any fancy stuff. To be just content.
I dont know why i felt like sharing my story here, but thanks for reading.
@Abdullah Al-Selwi - THANK YOU for taking the time to share your story with us. Deeply moving, and I think one that resonates with many people in this world today. What we have learnt from many of the people who have shared their stories with us, is that life is a journey. It isn't always easy. There are many challenges to be faced. But keep the faith. Keep moving forward. Keep strong. And most of all, keep moving towards creating a life that makes you and your family happy. We send you much love xxx
Thank you for sharing that story smell to mine, although I am 33, am passing through the same router life is not easy man now I work has a construction laborer in UAE, but I realized what life is through reading Ecclesiastes. Solomon's book in the Bible and now I know what is life is! in the world,
Thank you for sharing your story with us. Other lives look great, but we don't see the pain and suffering they may be feeling. Just because someone seems like they have it all- don't feel envious. Many rich successful people commit suicide and are drug addicts. Just do what you can to make yourself your best and try to help others.
I feel the same way. Until I feel into depression for almost 2 years. Question the purpose of life day by day. What is meaning of life. I mind can't bare it anymore. I was so depressed until I can't sleep at night until 4 or 5 am in the morning. When I fall asleep I was hunted with nightmare. Mostly bad dreams about dangerous animals as snake and crocodile trying to hurt me. When I awake from my bad dream my body was paralysed. I could move. Sometimes dream about someone stabbing me. Sometimes dreaming about something want to enter my body. Sometime someone chock my neck. Going to sleep is like a battlefield to me. I was so scared to fall asleep. I couldn't sleep in dark because I was so scared. I was praying so hard. Listening to affirmations. Listening to motivational speakers but nothing heal my in the long term. It's just make me feel for few hours or few days. Then when covid-19 appear I'm my country. I need to stay home. For almost 4 months. This make me even depressed because I could not work and I need listen to the voice of unhappiness in my mind for the entire time. At this moment I don't have any choice I need to face it. What I do is I do exercise. I try to cook healthy food. I give time for my self. I was so motivated to be fit n slim and I lost 8 kg. I was happy with my new look but I'm still not happy. Now I can go back to work but it's not the same as before. I has so many day off because our company is reducing salaries. The day off make me time to think deeply about what I want is success peace happy love, what kind of happiness do I want. Then try to solve what is my problem with my life. Why I couldn't find this in anyway. I found out that Its because of my trauma as a kid. And it's because of what is happiness and success that accepted in the world. The world nowadays showing us, to be success and happy u need to be recognised n accept. U need to be famous. U need to be somebody with money. Without money you are nothing. Still remembering my depression period all I want is to be in jungle, laying down in the grass and watching the beautiful blue sky. After asking day by day what is my happiness. I finally found out my happiness be who I am. I want to live in the village surrounded with nature, plant my flower, decorated my house. Its was so simple but I make it so complicated to be accepted to other people. Now I found my answers and I'm moving out to my hometown next year on May to pursue my happiness. I hope I my experience could help you. I totally understand you. Please don't give up. U just need to keep moving. I will get the right answers when the time is right.
My best wishes for you .
your story brought tears to my eyes . From Brasil with much love .
To quote him, he said , we've replaced beauty with what money can buy. So true. ..
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yep it is but for centuries already, also reminded me of the introduction text of the book 'Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy" if you think of it you can only conclude that money is a rather strange phenomena.
He’s not just happy, he is content. I don’t know, but I would love to be just content like him one day. Nothing else matters.
@Literary Characters - 'Contentment' perfectly sums up Lindsay's view of life.
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@@martinpearson1249 Maybe you shouldn't use a capital L unless you're referring to yourself.
What a lovely guy. You know what struck me? When someone loves something about themselves -- say their pirate teeth, for example -- I begin loving it too. At first glance one may think "Oh my gosh that poor man's teeth." But then you hear his admiration, his surrender, for what he has and that mouth full of character becomes, suddenly, somehow, beautiful. If he loves it, then I love it. Something to ponder today. Your films make me grow. Appreciate this lesson, kind sir.
You've said it so perfectly Jonathan - I hadn't thought about it in this way before. You've made me ponder. And I absolutely agree. Sending you kind wishes. Justine 💚
Update for July 15th 2022 at the bottom:
I am 26. Even my parents and Grandparents call me old-fashioned. I hate the microwave and the dishwasher. I love building and repairing stuff. I just graduated college and am looking for some crappy office job, believing that I have no choice in today's society. My dream is to live on 5+ acres with two goats and a horse, in the countryside. I wish I chose civil engineering or carpentry, or just something that wasn't Computer Science. But, I plan on being in the office for just a few years at least, as I save up and commute to and from my near-future country home. But all I know it that I am a Country boy at heart (I call myself a "Country Boy Wanna-be" since I was born in the city and raised in the suburbs, and have yet to lift even one bale of itchy hay, or ride a tracker). I'm dreaming of leaving a cheap city society of snobs who can't look away from their phones for one minute, to simply smile at you. I won't miss the crowds and trying to impress people who don't even care about you. Everyone else my age likes "Lil Nas" and "Niki Minaj," while I listen to George Strait, Charlie Pride, Lorreta Lynn, Stevie Nicks, and Chaka Khan. I love Old Country cooking and the stores too. If I were born in another time period I'd maybe be a full-time carpenter or a cobbler. But, I'd like to learn those as hobbies. We all have to work but aren't there other options besides sitting behind a screen? Anyway. Have a nice day to anyone who reads this. :-)
Update (October 18, 2021): It was a long road with Technology and I didn't really like it. It was very difficult finding jobs like "Data Analyst" which I was MAKING myself like, to get the $20+/hour. Two weeks ago I finally FINALLY landed a job in Assembly. I make $16/hour and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. It makes a few dollars less but is 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week. Three-day weekends. It is the most peaceful place I've ever worked at. I literally mean that I LOVE coming to work in the mornings. When I get home, I'm instantly bored and wish I could stay like 2 more hours. No joke. I may eventually go up to $17-18+ with this company but it is not important at the moment. I am a single adult male with no child and am able to start saving up for a beautiful home in the Countryside. I am typing this in my second break about an hour before leaving, and I can't believe how fast the day went by. My energy is great and will be going to the gym afterwards. 5 hours felt like 2 and a half. WOW!! Thank you all for everything. I will be sure to update again soon. :-)
July 15th 2022 Update: That old job I hated after a while and I'm starting a blueprint drafting job that pays $26.50/hour!!! ❤️ 💙 💜 I start Monday and still can't believe it!! I'm getting so close to this dream and I thank you so much for your encouragement. :-)
Kendall - that is a beautiful message, and you sound AMAZING. To hear someone of your young age, wanting to live a life that moves them back towards the basic, simple things, is very inspiring. We salute you! Keep holding your dream high, and follow that path. During our film making journey, we have met many people like you who have become disillusioned with the corporate, big city life - they just felt that it wasn't for them - that their heart, mind and soul needed something else. Keep working towards that dream, and make it happen. Soon you'll be a real time Country Boy (NO Wanna-be), waking every morning with a smile on your face because you feel that you are finally where you belong. It isn't always an easy journey, but it is definately one worth following. Please keep in touch with us and keep us updated on your journey. And keep tuned into this channel - we share so many stories about people who think and feel just like you do - and hopefully you'll find the inspiration to keep you going. BIG hugs and lots of love from South Africa. Justine x
Kendell u need to visit auroville!
Bloody boomer ay
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Just begin. Take a class in woodworking or leatherworking. Offer to help out at a community garden. You will learn so much, and meet wonderful people. You don't need to wait for some future. Introduce these elements to your life now.
This fellow is the real deal. So sincere and so many words of wisdom here. And this was beautifully filmed. Well done.
@City Trees - THANK YOU for the very kind words guys. We're working on so many more stories in our spare time, so keep tuned in for a brand new release, out every single Wednesday. Justine x
Ask him where how he got his house and the property. Ask how he gets medical treatment. Ask how he maintains the shops he has. Sure it's cool but come on, selling bits of art along the way doesn't pay for this stuff.
@@diegooland1261 He didn't say you don't work, pay bills, or provide. He said life is better when money is not the most important thing in your life.
Everyone has needs. See Maslow's Pyramid of Hierarchical Needs.
This guy is living at the top. He likely suffered and stumbled just like us up that mountain.
Mostly, to me, he seemed to have sincerest gratitude for what he does and what he has.
@@MrPatrick7777 amen
@@ReflectionsofLife how those he make money to buy a place like that and to buy food?
I quit my job a year ago at age 57 after living like I was on a camping trip for many years and saving most of my pay. Now I can spend more time enjoying the years that I have left walking around in the forest and enjoying nature. Living a simple life can bring peace to your inner being.
Enjoy every moment of your time - soak up the magic of the forest surroundings, enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of nature. And enjoy that simple life xx
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Great, and don't expect me to pay for your future medical bills. Karma will pay for that nasty tooth that needs to be pulled, not me.
Thank you, there is wonderful life after woke up, stroke, stop work, learn again, enjoy yourself being slooowww , and some freedom after 30 years work on off, not sure future .... but moon sun flower sky bird singing beautiful
Cala
This really touch me, "things are always going to happen, we must accept how they are"
@Mongmong Sangtam - Thank you for allowing this story to resonate with your heart. x
Indeed.
My name is Kira Yoshikage. I’m 33 years old. My house is in the northeast section of Morioh where all the villas are, and I am not married. I work as an employee for the Kame Yu department store, and I get home every day by 8pm at the latest. I don’t smoke, but I occasionally drink. I’m in bed by 11pm, and I make sure to get 8 hours of sleep no matter what. After having a warm glass of milk, and doing 20 minutes of stretches before going to bed, I usually have no problems of sleeping until morning.Just like a baby, I wake up without without any fatigue or stress in the morning. I was told there were no issues at my last checkup.
I’m trying to explain that I’m a person who wishes to live a very quiet life.I take care not to trouble myself with any enemies, like winning or losing. That is how I deal with society, and I know that is what brings me happiness. Although, if I were to fight, I wouldn’t lose to anyone.
I was looking for this jojo referenced comment
But i finally found it🤣
I'm a 30 year old teacher making a LOT of money working as a teacher on a special school where I have small classes with joyful children. I don't only teach languages, I also work in wood work projects with them and it's SO much fun! Love my demanding but fulfilling job! Btw even tho my salary is high I live in a 23 m2 apartment in a very minimalistic way. It's so tiny, some people I invite over are laughing at me but I don't care:P It's cute, simple and practical. No more stress and for that I'm very grateful
Now ruin your perfect life by getting married
@@rumit9946 sure
Killer Queen has already entered into your eyes
rumit99 😂😂😂 yes you can do that or marry the right person and make it beautiful, I chose the former.🤦♀️
I’m 25, I’m a old soul. I’ve wanted to live on my own land with a beautiful garden full of herbs , vegetation , fruits and animals. I love using herbs as medicine for healing not just the physical body. I love cooking and creating dishes that have never been created before using intentional ingredients and appreciation for for what each one does to your body. I love learning about everything, I learn from anything. From the birds and animals I observe , to philosophers, artist, to a random person. I love creating things out of random stuff. I’m currently learning about crypto currency, gardening , acupuncture, and I’m enjoying it. If anyone passes by this, hello I’m Jasmin. 🌻
I'm struggling to learn this simplicity, it's not easy at all, I admire his sincere smile...
@Barão Vermelho - You are right, it isn't always easy. But regularly just make small little changes to your lifestyle and routine - little steps - and it will, in the long run, result in big changes :)
The people who have nothing often find the secret to happiness, yet the majority of us spend our lives accumulating material possessions trying to find happiness and meaning.
That is so TRUE what you have just said.... i lost money in join investment with my bro n later he accuse me of WHAT did i trust him n now having no money to myself(he is frustrated that he feels burden that he now has to help me... i later left my appearence all together So that he has no one to blame... now...i am taking bus...i rent a plc to live...my land loard allow me to back pay with his pandemic situation n then mu son From overseas wants to take me home in few months time...i came back to my own country to stay...i guess i realize people love chatting with me just to fund out What my glory is n now that they know that i have nothing...they leave me alone.... well i found 3good friends that im gonna bring them in my heart back to overseas to my two good sons.... (that i kept inside my heart that these people do not know What kind of a sons i a having) its good to have Nothing sometimes... it save you from Rather keep Sincere True friends who wants to ride with you in the lux life. ! STAY BLESS
My eyes got teary the moment he mentioned about his passing partner. Sending you lots of love & hugs. You have indeed inspired me. It makes me realise to always appreciate the simple things in life ❤
this man made me want to grab a book and enjoy the words. wise man.
@Fran Ivan Mataković - YES!
At present, so many people are consumed with anger, greed, overindulgence, and self-importance. This is a sweet soul of a man and I'm comforted knowing there are others like me in this world. Thank you for sharing his story. "Keep looking forward"
@Sojourner - Thanks for your beautiful note, and we're glad that you've found our channel and are enjoying the stories. Keep tuned in - we have so much more to still share. Sending you much love from across the seas in South Africa. Justine x
@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you! I'll keep watching these lovely stories.
This line hit me instantly - As you get older, you begin to appreciate yourself more. Haven't finished the video yet but thank you so much to this team who never fails in sending a ray of hope, sunshine, and inspiration to all the viewers. Thank you Lindsay for allowing GR to share your story to the world. ❤
I'm sure this video will resonate with a lot of people. 🙏
And thank you for sharing your beautiful message of support with us. We're grateful to all the special people who so openly share their stories with us, and then also the viewers who appreciate, support and encourage our work.
catfears I remember my mom telling me that being in her 60s was the best most peaceful years 💖🌸
Love this. I moved to Portugal last year from the US. I love my simple life. It's abundant and satisfying. Keep up the good work!
@Shanna Trenholm - best of luck for your new adventures that lie ahead in Portugal. Continue to enjoy the simple pleasures that life has to offer, and keep tuned in here for more inspiration to come every Wednesday. xx
We moved to Portugal in August to live a simpler lifestyle.
@Susan Moran I'm in central Portugal. Many here live a simple lifestyle. I am trying to do just that.
I like your name
This is soo beautiful !! I sent it to my family and friends and I've watched it 3 times now. It's how I'm living right now ... I live alone in a VERY rustic little cottage on a farm at Gamtoos River Mouth, on the Eastern Cape Coast, 1090 kms away from my son and loved one's in Johannesburg and 25 kms from the nearest shops. I miss my son dreadfully, but he is a man now and having his own life experiences, but I do not miss the hordes of mean greedy selfish vicious people and the city lifestyle. I am now being rewarded for all the hardships, pain and suffering that life threw at me these last 57 years by now living a simpler life ... what a wonderful gift it is 💜
@Michelle Bruton - We're so glad that you found this film and our channel Michelle. Most of our films are made here locally in SA, so I think you'll find a lot of connection to these stories. And it really makes us smile to know that you have settled yourself into a lifestyle that brings a sense of joy and peace to your heart. Sending love up the coastline to you, from Hermanus. Justine.x
well done my dear lady! this film definitely has to be watched more than once! regards from austria 🇦🇹
WoW ! you are Bless ! i came back to my own country after living overseas for nearly 30 years n 25 in Joberg n during these 3years i hv seen all What siblings can be when you look like Nothing ! hahaha! i am glad that they show me what their. true colour is ... n i am going back to SA end of the year of earlier. ! money is good It is like a mirrow that show you the Real Truth ! STAY BLESS
@@ReflectionsofLife wow! me being a Malaysian but i live in SA for 27 years! i hv been to your town! Only people that had visited SA wil know that Its A Gem ! STAY BLESS
@@limmingming4022 Huge Blessings to you 💜
I feel a deep affinity with this man. I'm not mainstream, I like being me, to live without complication and to move forward and not to look back too much. Loved everything about this and the way it is filmed is magical. Graham Australia
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"I don't have to look like anyone other than myself". Yes. These are just genius. I love and find encouragement in seeing these older artists and folks living their best.
What a beautiful soul he is.....and he's absolutely right.
A simple life is the best.
This may be the most significant, meaningful few moments I’ve experienced on my many years on the internet. Stunningly simple, eloquent and deeply impacting thoughts on Life and Living. I’m also at his age and have thought many of the same thoughts in my recent years, but this video is so effective at bringing the thoughts and words to life, it’s truly incredible work... way beyond a work of Art! Thank you all for creating and sharing it with the world.
@iSEEthings I really I DO - WOW, a remarkable compliment. Thank you for your very kind words. And we're glad that you've found our films - we've released over 150 films in this series so far, celebrating the beauty of life and humankind. And we're still working on many more films that we'll keep sharing regularly. So keep tuned in. Justine x
This one appeared in my feed. Good timing as I have recently retired and have been pondering what life is all about. I agree it’s about the simple, little things in life. I’m still working on getting to that point 😉
@Baz Goodwin - Thanks for the comment. Have you seen two of our earlier film - 'Slowing Down' and 'How much is enough'? If you haven't seen them yet, check them out - I think they'll resonate with you, given your current situation of recently entering retirement. Let us know what you think. Justine x
I am 56 years old friday is my birth day this kind of philosophie of life is what i wish to have. Simple in every think not just in life .thank you and sorry for my english because i am from montreal and i speak french.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@Kamran Agoush - Let us be the first to send you very happy birthday wishes for Friday! May you be abundantly blessed with love and kindness in all the years that follow. And we hope that you enjoy our film that we release on Saturday, as our gift to you :). Hugs from South Africa. Justine x
“The only worthy things are all below that.” So true. ‘That’ , being what money can buy.
I'm a 25 year old individual. I love living simple. It's cheaper, I save money. I have a clear mind, therefore I am happier and lighter. The only thing I focus on is people and experience. Also of course living a simple life. And focus on what I already have. Also an act of kindness always sparks another.
Love this Jamie - may you continue to live a life that resonates with your heart. 💚
Beautiful being, beautiful video. Thanks a lot Green Renaissance for your inspired work.
So glad that you're drawing inspiration from our weekly series Rocio. We're excited to share more of our NZ stories in the weeks ahead, so keep an eye out :)
It's true that not being wasteful honors those who have gone before us. Living a simple life happily speaks volumes about a person's character.
@Carol Giangreco - Beautiful comment Carol. 💚
This magnificent gent has described paradise perfectly. It’s within reach for all of us. The material things we need are very few in number: food, water, shelter and warmth, so stop worrying and enjoy whatever bonuses life affords you.
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"Move forward through life. Don't look back too much." I love this guy! Simple. Honest. Genius. Beautiful.
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I have already watched it 100 times , I can't stop watching this stuff so mesmerizing.
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"It is very simple to be happy, but very difficult to be simple"
- Rabindranath Tagore
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*Such a marvellous film it is.. absolutely terrific job for everyone that did this.*
*It shows that the group of people that has created this masterpiece are good and beautiful souls. Greetings*
Thanks for your words of encouragement for our films. We loved spending time in New Zealand, telling stories with some of the amazing people over there. We're doing lots more filming and editing in our spare time, so keep tuned in for a brand new film out every single Wednesday xx
Green Renaissance grazie. Sure I will) Greetings
Beautiful life and soul. The simple things are where the treasure is. 🎉
We appreciate your lovely words, so glad you liked the message he shared. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you, you've expressed what i've been feeling for quite some time. The simple life is always the most fulfilling!
Just move forward...the meaning of life is to live fully..He has such a beautiful and sensitive soul...
Remember the lines of Tennyson:
:"And we may not now be that strength which in days of old could move heaven and earth. But that which we are we are.A equal temper of heroic hearts made weak by time and fate but strong in will. To strive to seek to find and not to yield"
Most of us begin life fully appreciating these simple joys - many have the misfortune to have their attentions diverted by sparkly $$*£
Long may you enjoy your piracy you old Pirate x
I like a simple life.
It can save more time.
How much money purchased this simple lifestyle? How much did that land cost? The house? The water/power/utilities? Oh to be blissfully retired, to putter around with no responsibility to anyone but yourself. Words are cheap. Land is not. Let no one be under any illusion that this situation is free and easy. Most of the world does not live like this. We who have access to this video are privileged.
@ocalicreek - Absolutely - land, power, water, food - it's not free. And Lindsay certainly isn't retired. He works hard every day, using his skill and passion for woodwork, to create, build and craft for others, thereby earning an income which he uses to cover costs. And he chooses to be content with that which he has. He isn't stuck in a cycle of constantly looking to upgrade and upscale. For him, that is a simple life. It has a lot to do with our mindset and attitude as well - it isn't purely material. And it'll look different for each and every one of us. Lindsay would be the first to recognise that he leads a privileged life.
I love washing my own dishes I don’t have a dishwasher nor do I want a dishwasher I have a enamel antique sink I love the old fashioned way it is simple xoxo xoxo 💋
Despite loving, technology and the internet, I must say washing dishes is cathartic when there are very few simple dishes to wash. I cringe whenever there is a sticky soup pot full of grime and crap all over it. I don't think I want a dishwasher just less dishes.
lovely grandpa thank you for your outlook.
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Move forward.......sometimes one of the hardest things to do in life......but if you don't , life keeps moving on without you. Sorry for your lost. You're right though....life is not complicated....we make it complicated. I still have a lot to learn about slowing life down and enjoying the "moment" around me.
@Ida Jenkins - And it is all a journey. Each day, with each experience, we learn. And it's a conscious choice to slow things down and simplify - one step at a time. Enjoy the ride :)
What a wise man-he's found the beauty and peace in the moment.
His soul is all on his face, content
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He is really living in the present, truly happy and content with the simple things that bring true joy.
@Rita Pasillas - He is indeed 💚
That is so true and powerful. Cut out the crud because why make life complex when life throws enough at you
@Goldmaster - Nice! 'Cut the crud'! I might make that my new motto ;)
Such a gentle soul with Promethean fortitude. How pleasurable it would be to live an uncomplicated life and in harmony with nature.
What a beautiful video! Hats off to the entire team for creating this masterpiece. Mr. Lindsay's purity is too rare of a phenomenon in this materialistic world, so I am beyond happy that you decided to document this treasure of a man. Thank you Green Renaissance and thank you Mr. Lindsay.
@ISHAAN GUPTA - Thanks for these beautiful words of support for our film, and for Lindsay's message. If you enjoyed this theme of materialism and consumerism, then check out our film that has JUST gone live, featuring some of Lindsay's words of wisdom, woven into a tapestry conversation from across a number of our previous stories. We're still in a mild form of lockdown here in South Africa so can't do any new filming - so for now, we're working through old films to create some new inspiration. Justine x
Green Renaissance That’s fantastic! Thank you for your persistence within these circumstances, wishing you good health and success🙏🏻
And sending good wishes to you too x
Love this man. He sees life in its actual beauty. Thank you for sharing.
Just found you, a simple life with no more than you need, an admirable philosophy. Subscribed.
@roger briggs - It's great to have you here with us Roger, thanks for subscribing. And we hope that you find more inspiration in some of our other films too - we've shared over 150 films so far - and still so much more new content still to come. x
Full of beauty and heart. For a moment I was able to breathe in this beautiful man’s air. Often enough we get lost in the self created drama forgetting the simple beauty of it all. Thank you for the gift of this film and for sharing the teachings of this humble and awe inspiring teacher 🙏🏻
@jvmalaga007 - What a beautiful comment - thank you for sharing. 💚
Simply beautiful and so very true. The earlier one learns this the better the world would be
🧎🏼♀️💓 He said : "Dawn is painting...
I' m an harpoon...
Life isn't Complicated...simple things...Very Simple...💘
I'm unmodern...
💪🏽Step forward,
just move forward...❤
Life is To Live Fully,
To Live and Enjoy,Simply,Life..."
Thank You So Much: I Love Him🙏🏽He is Very Sweet,Wise,Deep,Very Tender and I would Love to Hug Him Tightly❣😘
Thank you Giovanna for your kind and encouraging words 💚 Tight hugs right back to you!
Full of wisdom. Thank you for sharing. This is the kind of life I had growing up. Now I dream of going back to the country.
I went back at 60 years old, and now it feeds my soul. I love where I’m at, do what you think is best.
I cannot belive i find myself coming to this video again and again these days
I'm 29 years old female. I got depressed a few years ago after a spiritual awakening and my old life falling apart. yeah i manifested good amount of clothes, food , money , abundance etc. Soon i started feeling overwhlmed a month ago and i am learning this new way to restraint myself and learning to create less. I listen to monk teachings and i was getting a lot of panic attacks in the beginning but now i am getting used to it. Slowly. Thoughts like I'll become insane comes less often and i feel better slowly. It takes strength to restraint. Restraint from creating more , wanting more, going out more. That's my daily task now... Restraining!!! Good luck to everyone🎉 all my life i have been so ambitious and suddenly i find myself craving for a simple day so bad. I don't even care if i don't get married. I don't wanna work much. I have enough. Maybe much later in future if there's need due to inflation. Otherwise, everything is enough. ❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing a bit about your own life, a lot has happened. Interesting that this video speaks to you so deeply, may his message help and inspire you to live you want to live and may you have all you want and need. Wishing you all the best for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Your movie has made my day. "I like the look of a pirate" is my favorite statement! Thank you so much for doing this. Much love to all of you!
@Teacher Pilar Guerrero - Thank you. And keep tuned in here - we've got so much more to share, and already 150+ films in this series so far, and more to come. Sending love to you from South Africa x
he mention everything such joy and bliss. he certainly live in heaven on earth. Bless you old man
Wow that was powerful, and he looks great (referring to his thoughts on his looks). Thank you for posting this, very inspiring xx
Thousand times thank you for sharing this touching story. God bless you, dear gentle hearted Man
@Margherita Galasso - And many big thank yous to you for taking the time out to listen to his story with an open heart and mind. We're glad that you enjoyed this film, and we hope that you keep tuned in for so much more to come. Justine x
Green Renaissance ❤️🎈🍒
Good morning and happy are you feeling?
That's an ideal life where you work for becoming self-sufficient whether someone stays with you or not . You simple isolate yourself from this So-Called Modernized society .I am 20 y/o and was born in the Capital of my country but I had a strong affinity for my countryside and I had always wish to grow meadows and smell some fresh my own grown vegetables in the valley where I have nothing to worry about what's going on in rest of the world. I have deep longing for having a small cottage in the woods where I have my goats in the backyard . My heart cheers me up to be a shepherd . I have no hesitation in what anyone would think of me . It's just what I would truely live my life to the fullest.
I am thinking about getting admission in Agriculture department so that I might have easy access to fields and would earn an opportunity to spend the rest of my life in suburbs and villages . Thanks very much for reading it .
I thank God for showing these kinds of videos
All of the videos I’ve watched by this channel have touched my heart . Wish I could keep them with me forever and watch them when I’m freaking out over things that don’t matter lol
Faith - that is such a special message. Our channel will ALWAYS be here, and we'll keep sharing new content every single week. So keep tuned in. We're on this journey together xxx
Thank you.
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Such wise words of wisdom! A powerful message that alot of society miss.
This is my favorite film. When ever I need encouragement or a good grounding I watch this film. Sometimes as many as 2 -3 a month. It's awesome.
WOW Roger, thank you for using this film as such a source of inspiration. 💚
Truly enjoyed this video. Every word is my self feelings and notable attitude I have. My everyday life is simple as I always wished it to be. It turned simple and peaceful after retirement two years ago. I keep to myself and greet with a hello or good day to people while out and about taking care of personal business. No one comes to my house except, my adult children. I have not everyday friends to sin with for I am Christ centered and Faith centered in the word of my spiritual father Jehovah and in the 24/7 company of his Holy Ghost guiding me, protecting me, and leading me into all truths. This has been my blessings in my life, my success and happiness, contentfulnes and good health both sound mind and body. I long for nothing. Simple living no thirst for anything. I am truly blessed.
You're exactly right on the issue of getting older, I do appreciate myself, my own interests, more than ever before. I can go out back and find immense pleasure in watching the squirrels at play in the trees. Life is good.
@Dash Jeffreys - And long may you continue to enjoy those simple pleasures. Keep tuned in here to our channel for so much more still to come x
A VERY important message in this video that seemed immense in it's ability to really help us to not only love who we are, but to truly know how to enjoy the journey that we're on. Thank You.
@PetuniaRomania - So glad that this film resonated with you. We're working on so many more short inspiring films, to bring a bit of sunshine and hope into the world. So keep tuned in. We've got a lot more to share. Justine x
Good Morning and thanks for writing. I'd really love to see some tiny, simple homes and lifestyles that utilize hand pumped water and wood stoves, or oil, for cooking and heating. I'm working on a novel and need to see these things demonstrated. I am hopeful to do some field research where I can experience using these items myself; I want to know what it feels like.
@PetuniaRomania - How exciting - that you are writing a novel! Unfortunately we don't have any films that showcase these various things in detail, but I'm sure you can find films about this on YT. Good luck!
thank you thank you thank you-
Thank you for sharing. I am humbled. D.
@bob tom - And thanks to you for taking the time to enjoy his story.
Thank you Mr. Lindsay.
Living like this is to live the dream.
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Thanks!
The whole six minutes is very touching..
Lovely notion, a dream really, since it all starts with owning property. That rules out most of humanity, and myself.
Beautiful Life, Positive Attitude, Grateful Heart.... Thank you for sharing! You Brightened my day:-)
@Paula Hartman - We're glad that you enjoyed this. And thanks for subscribing to our channel - we're working on so much more to share. x
@@ReflectionsofLife I am looking forward to it!! Thanks!
I have been born and brought up in city. I am still in my early 20s, but feel like I should have been born in a peaceful area. When COVID lockdown was announced last year, and there were less people, less pollution.. I felt at peace. I love gardens, greenery, open sky, swaying trees.. I just wish to live in the countryside someday in my life, having an edible garden, simple house with necessities, books, and animals.. that's what I want my twilight years to be..
That's beautiful - and we hope that you arrive at this place that your heart desires, sooner than you think :) Warm hugs. Justine and Michael 💚
Absolutely beautiful video, words we all need to remember, Thank You
@Julie P - Thanks for taking the time to listen to this story. And keep tuned - we've got so many more stories to share in the weeks and months ahead x
I am totally with you, my friend. You have found 'treasure'. When you feel a little 'alone', just think...there are some more like you out there, like dots of wisdom in the universe, but precious ones.
Thank you very much for your priceless advice:**moving forward** . . .oh yes . . .
@Fatima Eliot - So glad that you found some resonance in Lindsay's film. And keep tuned in for much more to come - we've got so many more stories to share x
I could listen to him all day
@Lisa Duffy - He is a real gem of a man! 💚
Hi, renaissance team, thank you for sharing! Haha: 'I even kind of enjoy to do the dishes'... I know, what he’s talking about. Loved this simple life view and all the books in the background in times, where people consider books as 'clutter' and only read e books...if they read. He lives at a wonderful place and he loves his 'pirate look', his arts, it really seems easy to have a fulfilled life if you like that. Hope you’ll meet more people like him. Have a nice journey, love from Germany, Monika❣️
@Monika Marsollek - we're glad that you enjoyed this film. And thanks for subscribing to our channel. We've working on so many more stories, so keep tuned in x
Good morning and happy are you now ?
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This is one of my most favourite films on this channel. It changed my life. Thank you Lindsay🌹🌹 Department of Deeds Approved✅✅
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May this man be blessed with many moments of pure bliss in his time here on earth. Truely inspiring and touching me. Thank you for sharing this glimpse of wisdom and love with us!
This is absolutely touching
@Sophia Renee - So glad that you enjoyed the story. We're working on so many more stories to come with a new release out every single week. So be sure to subscribe to our channel, so that you don't miss a thing. Justine x
Thank you for this beautiful video.
I think my problem is, as a Young person, I look too far into the future, thinking at some point out there in the boundless acres of time, my future self will have things sorted out. As such I feel I don't tackle my problems or think enough about how to get there. I guess I'm afraid of not getting there or, at least, not getting to where I want to be. I too want to live a small, quiet life, somewhere outside the shackles of the modern age. Simply, I want to be content with a little, not constantly looking for anything more. I feel life is sold to us now as most things are. We are given the product of what a happy life or a fulfilled life should look like and anything that doesn't fit the mould should leave us with a distinct feeling of dissatisfaction. Being content, in the eyes of large conglomerates, is something to be feared. We are told we should want more, and so we do, thinking that it will fill the void. Sometimes buying things and accumulating things proves to be more of a coping mechanism, because I think we all know that life is empty. In that respect, I believe that the poorest people, in terms of wealth, are the richest and the freest. They don't have to be bound by the chain of commerce, although many sink back into the cycle because they think they can't be happy without money, without 'things'. If nothing, I think this video expertly conveys the truth of the matter. That we can be happy with a little. It just highlights the truly saddening reality of the human condition
Ben, Joseph Campbell said.. "Follow your bliss" There has never been truer words spoken. ua-cam.com/video/yWi0BNmRShU/v-deo.html
@Ben Jones - and that you are able to see the cracks and the flaws, thats the value. To question, challenge and resist the pressure to 'fit the mould'. It's all a journey, and you are on the road - with each step you move towards a life that pushes towards simplicity and true happiness. Love to you as your journey unfolds. x
Beautiful words sometime we are happyz living alone for him god bless you
The most interesting man in the world! The real world.
@Clouds - 'The real world' - NICELY said x
I recently found your channel and I am so glad that I did. I will be sharing it with my email list of 800 + seniors who used to attend my dance fitness classes. Thank you for spreading beautiful messages.
@ccc0424 - WELCOME to our little online community. And you've then got a lot of catching up to do, with over 150 films in this series so far, and still so much more to come. Thanks for sharing with your network - we hope it can bring them all a bit smile. Two films immediately come to mind that they might really enjoy - 'Perpetual Motion' and 'Life is a Dance' - check them out and let us know what you think. Justine x
What a great video and message! Love it......
Good morning and happy are you now ?
very beautiful.. very very beautiful.
@Lara D'Aurelio - Thanks Lara. Glad that this one resonated with you. And we've released over 150 films in this series so far, so have fun playing 'catch up' :)
This is absolutely amazing and so true. Thank you for making such content.
@TUHIN - And thanks for tuning in and taking the time to watch this story. We've released so many more (over 150 films in this series so far), and we've still got so much more to share. So keep tuned - we'll keep the inspiration flowing. Justine x
Green Renaissance Certainly I will. I have subscribed to your channel and see very interesting stuff
Yes that’s our life too...simply enjoyable.
@Helen Richards 💚