If anyone is struggling with mental health difficulties, they should seek help from their GP. If anyone needs someone to talk to, The Samaritans is a good place to start. I am not a doctor, I cannot advise you.
I remember a male employee telling a patient " Life is what you make it". He made me think. Here is a man with 1 adult child with mental impairments living with him and his wife. He never complained but always had a great attitude. He taught me how to be grateful.
The only person who can make YOU happy is yourself. I have found having an attitude of gratitude to be very helpful. I.e., you have a roof over your head? It's a blessing; you could be homeless. Are you eating on a regular basis? It's a blessing. Lots of things to be grateful for in this life!
Thanks Ilona you’re terrific mind over matter I am widowed after 59 years married so I have to begin a new life you are our positive inspiration ❤❤Marie in Horsham Australia
You are absolutely right. Happiness is not something someone can give you. We are so lucky to live in the modern world. Imagine what our lives would be if we lived in a world without gas electric technology medicine etc etc as most of our ancestors did. We live on a beautiful planet with so many options. So many are miserable all they do is complain and dont appreciate this fabulous life. We all have difficulties to overcome but we decide we are going to be happy or miserable. Many thanks
We’ve had a lovely day went for a lovely walk with our 10 year old grandson and during the walk we were offered a ride on a carriage pulled by two white shire horses called Royal & Goose such a treat it was just absolutely lovely and we certainly not expecting it . The walk was finished by a delicious ice cream in a waffle cone , the weather was grim but it didn’t actually matter .
When I became disabled I was unhappy at first. Then I thought just forget what you can’t do and be happy with what you can do, there are still things to be enjoyed.
Yes I do have a mug of coffee ☕️ on the table. Being able to enjoy your own company and enjoying what you have is a real privilege. Enjoy the walk in the crap weather.💨👍🇦🇺 Great video 😊
Awwwwww Ilona! You have made me smile. You also talk a lot of sense I am 62, widowed 11 years ago, two adult children, nurse 42 years. Retired two years ago. I am very content and happy with my life. I have got a knee problem which i am waiting for a surgery date which should be soon. However apart from that, life is good. If everything was good all the time, we wouldn't appreciate it. You have to have the difficult days in order to make you appreciate the good days. I love watching your videos because I do get ideas from you and think, oooooh! That's a good idea, let's try that. Particularly with the things you make. But i also have such a lot of interesting things in my life that I enjoy doing. Life for me is good. Wishing you a happy new year and looking forward to hearing more about your adventures in life next year
Ilona I worked for 45 years in a nursing home starting in dietary dept, got my nursing degree and did nursing and for the last five years before retiring I worked in environmental services in the same nursing home here in Canada. Previous to the45 years I also volunteered there with the residents. I could write a book I'm sure! Sandra. 😊
Ilona❤. You are 💯 spot On as Always. These people are fake if you ask me,.. you are Real A real person. Which i prefer. People nowadays are not like the people of the past who had. Real thinking 🤔 Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 Best wishes Levi x
Yes I think also people struggle with forgiveness & hold onto their past so they struggle to move on & be happy when I realised I needed to let go of the past & just live in the here & now things are simplified & what's the point of worrying about what you can't change, be blessed & give thanks for the breath of life everyday that you wake & fill your days with as much joy as possible & don't let anybody bring you down.
Such wise advice! Thank you! I often fall into the trap of feeling a bit down or envious after looking at FB or you tube. My daughter is grown and lives in another state. Our relationship has not always been smooth . So I get caught up with all the seemingly perfect lives that I see . It's wrong of me...I know it and doesn't serve to help me be what I want to be in my current situation. I thank you for reminding me...if I want a good life it's going to be up to me to work it out. Thank you!
We're all different, and things we'd have enjoyed in our 20's are different to those we enjoy as old aged pensioners. It's just about being content with what we are able to have and do.
I love my crafts and walks I going to have a go at pottery I used to do that at school and loved it a place has opened up near me, I like to make few nice pots and some little figures I sent for a lovely mouse knitting pattern and I got my chicken knitting pattern love your video
You are so like me Ilona.... Born with happy genes... People are mystified as to why I am happy every day... 😅 Happy New Year my love... Enjoy Life as you want... Not how other people expect 😊
Excellent advice as always Ilona . I learnt in life to not compare myself to others at all . I just try to improve myself from yesterday . I get inspiration from You tubers but I am me not them. I need to exercise more and you have inspired me to get out and go for a walk as often as I can . I can't be you and I am not sure I will ever manage the long distances you walk but getting outside more often has been good for me. Budgeting advice videos etc all very useful but I take the ideas and make a plan for myself . I look at You tubers as a way of seeking advice e.g. learning about my car so the garage doesn't rip me off e.t.c. You give excellent advice and have a sound world view. Thank you xxx
Hi Ilona , I agree that we learn from Our mistakes, Then with age comes wisdom & confidence & self awareness, But unfortunately 😅 not everyone sees the good blessings in their life & only concentrate on the negative. It’s down to personality & wether your extrovert or introvert
I agree that it's so sad how many people are hugely affected by influencers. Be guided, be inspired but never feel your own life is insignificant. People dont need to start at the bottom, of course. They can gain good qualifications, go to University & then have a fabulous career.
IIona i know you mean very well and i do love to watch your videos 'i don't watch many you tubers' .I wasn't looking on social media for answers ,i just made a comment because you come across as someone id love to be like , confident, positive ect .I know I'm not you 'i am myself ' I'm unique I'm different to most people. And yes i will keep on looking at myself in the mirror and telling myself to F everyone else this is my life and I'm going to be jolly well happy! Thankyou for another brilliant talk . Wishing you a Happy New year ❤
Happy new year Ilona , keep on keeping on , I continue to enjoy your perspective on life , there’s so much bull 💩 on “ The tube “ these days, so much “ Noise “ just because it’s there doesn’t mean we have to listen to it. Just create your own reality people, the one you are most comfortable with , not the one that others insist you need to live by .
I was saying to friends the other night.. why is it.. all these idiots who have a phone glued in their hand need to stick their tongues out with mouth wide open taking selfies, publishing every meal and drink to 'prove' they are having a good time.... ( I have a friend like that ).. sorry but I, like you , am too busy actually enjoying getting on with my life , haven't got the time to bother with that cra*p... I was almost like an only child as my sisters were much older than me and my parents were older... so I always had to make my own amusement ... like you I was working at 14 .. I chose to train for my professional qualifications in my mid 30's too.. following an argument with a very stupid boss who was trying to land me with her mistakes ( she picked the wrong one there ) I thought she's getting paid a shedload and I'm doing the work.. sod this !... We are lucky, we know how to really appreciate the small stuff.... My advice to anyone is.. pick your battles and set yourself up to succeed. Happiness is an internal feeling not elicited by external stuff. Stay happy 😂
happy new year hun ty so much for doinfg the vlogs i love them learn so much from you and i meen this have a tipple with me and see you next yea xxkathy derbyshire
Ilona, you are a wonderful lady and such an inspiration to us. Please think about your eternal future. You are loved by your creator, and He wants your heart. Talk to Jesus, your Saviour.😊
If anyone is struggling with mental health difficulties, they should seek help from their GP. If anyone needs someone to talk to, The Samaritans is a good place to start. I am not a doctor, I cannot advise you.
Dear Ilona, Another great piece of advice from you. Thank you ! Happy New year! Lina
I remember a male employee telling a patient " Life is what you make it". He made me think. Here is a man with 1 adult child with mental impairments living with him and his wife. He never complained but always had a great attitude. He taught me how to be grateful.
The only person who can make YOU happy is yourself. I have found having an attitude of gratitude to be very helpful. I.e., you have a roof over your head? It's a blessing; you could be homeless. Are you eating on a regular basis? It's a blessing. Lots of things to be grateful for in this life!
Thanks Ilona you’re terrific mind over matter I am widowed after 59 years married so I have to begin a new life you are our positive inspiration ❤❤Marie in Horsham Australia
You are very right ♡
I enjoy the quote "People are about as happy as they make up their minds to be."
- Abraham Lincoln
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You are absolutely right. Happiness is not something someone can give you. We are so lucky to live in the modern world. Imagine what our lives would be if we lived in a world without gas electric technology medicine etc etc as most of our ancestors did. We live on a beautiful planet with so many options. So many are miserable all they do is complain and dont appreciate this fabulous life. We all have difficulties to overcome but we decide we are going to be happy or miserable. Many thanks
We’ve had a lovely day went for a lovely walk with our 10 year old grandson and during the walk we were offered a ride on a carriage pulled by two white shire horses called Royal & Goose such a treat it was just absolutely lovely and we certainly not expecting it . The walk was finished by a delicious ice cream in a waffle cone , the weather was grim but it didn’t actually matter .
When I became disabled I was unhappy at first. Then I thought just forget what you can’t do and be happy with what you can do, there are still things to be enjoyed.
Hi Ilona, a pleasure to hear from you. Bloody good advice Ilona. Look after yourself xxx
if i feel fed up i always go out for a walk. seeing other happy people who say hello clears your head and you can tackle whatever was bothering you.
Yes I do have a mug of coffee ☕️ on the table.
Being able to enjoy your own company and enjoying what you have is a real privilege.
Enjoy the walk in the crap weather.💨👍🇦🇺
Great video 😊
Awwwwww Ilona! You have made me smile. You also talk a lot of sense
I am 62, widowed 11 years ago, two adult children, nurse 42 years. Retired two years ago. I am very content and happy with my life. I have got a knee problem which i am waiting for a surgery date which should be soon. However apart from that, life is good. If everything was good all the time, we wouldn't appreciate it. You have to have the difficult days in order to make you appreciate the good days. I love watching your videos because I do get ideas from you and think, oooooh! That's a good idea, let's try that. Particularly with the things you make. But i also have such a lot of interesting things in my life that I enjoy doing. Life for me is good.
Wishing you a happy new year and looking forward to hearing more about your adventures in life next year
I am like you!! I agree with everything you said. It's in our genes. Wise words ❤
Loving my life and Count my Blessings daily❤🙏
Ilona I worked for 45 years in a nursing home starting in dietary dept, got my nursing degree and did nursing and for the last five years before retiring I worked in environmental services in the same nursing home here in Canada. Previous to the45 years I also volunteered there with the residents. I could write a book I'm sure!
Sandra. 😊
Ilona❤. You are 💯 spot On as Always.
These people are fake if you ask me,.. you are Real A real person.
Which i prefer. People nowadays are not like the people of the past who had. Real thinking 🤔
Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄
Best wishes Levi x
You are genuine and adorable wishing you a wonderful Christmas. Keep at it! X
Yes I think also people struggle with forgiveness & hold onto their past so they struggle to move on & be happy when I realised I needed to let go of the past & just live in the here & now things are simplified & what's the point of worrying about what you can't change, be blessed & give thanks for the breath of life everyday that you wake & fill your days with as much joy as possible & don't let anybody bring you down.
Too right Ilona.... 👍 You are wise. 😉
Such wise advice! Thank you! I often fall into the trap of feeling a bit down or envious after looking at FB or you tube. My daughter is grown and lives in another state. Our relationship has not always been smooth . So I get caught up with all the seemingly perfect lives that I see . It's wrong of me...I know it and doesn't serve to help me be what I want to be in my current situation. I thank you for reminding me...if I want a good life it's going to be up to me to work it out. Thank you!
We're all different, and things we'd have enjoyed in our 20's are different to those we enjoy as old aged pensioners. It's just about being content with what we are able to have and do.
I love my crafts and walks I going to have a go at pottery I used to do that at school and loved it a place has opened up near me, I like to make few nice pots and some little figures I sent for a lovely mouse knitting pattern and I got my chicken knitting pattern love your video
Ilona, I don’t know if you’re an influencer but you are certainly a positive influence for me. ❤
Thanks for the great advice god bless you ❤australia 🎉
You are a good role model, & inspiring,
Brilliant video Mrs Life after Money. I watch a lot of yt content, but not infuinced by any of it. Ah wot fun. I enjoy your content. Nice cat also.
I can relate to you completely 😊
Hello my dear Ilona.
Blessings from Canada,Ontario.
Erika
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Well said Ilona!
Brilliant video agree 100%
Wise Words 🦉💗
You are so like me Ilona.... Born with happy genes... People are mystified as to why I am happy every day... 😅 Happy New Year my love... Enjoy Life as you want... Not how other people expect 😊
You've cracked it. Being happy just takes practice.
Thank you Ilona yes life is what you make it wishing you a healthy happy blessed 2025 .xxx
Another great video , very uplifting and inspiring. Happy New Year Ilona
I ❤ listening to you, as you are full of wisdom. 😍💕
Amazing lady ❤
Excellent advice as always Ilona . I learnt in life to not compare myself to others at all . I just try to improve myself from yesterday . I get inspiration from You tubers but I am me not them. I need to exercise more and you have inspired me to get out and go for a walk as often as I can . I can't be you and I am not sure I will ever manage the long distances you walk but getting outside more often has been good for me. Budgeting advice videos etc all very useful but I take the ideas and make a plan for myself . I look at You tubers as a way of seeking advice e.g. learning about my car so the garage doesn't rip me off e.t.c. You give excellent advice and have a sound world view. Thank you xxx
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Well said. Thank you for your wise words.
Happy New Year 🎉
I look forward to next years adventure s with you. ❤
Sound advice.
Hi Ilona ,
I agree that we learn from
Our mistakes,
Then with age comes wisdom & confidence & self awareness,
But unfortunately 😅 not everyone sees the good blessings in their life & only concentrate on the negative.
It’s down to personality & wether your extrovert or introvert
I agree that it's so sad how many people are hugely affected by influencers. Be guided, be inspired but never feel your own life is insignificant. People dont need to start at the bottom, of course. They can gain good qualifications, go to University & then have a fabulous career.
Even with good qualifications you have to start at the bottom.
@meanqueensuperscrimper8908 Not at all! You may not start at the top, but you certainly don't start at the bottom.
I adore you so genuine
IIona i know you mean very well and i do love to watch your videos 'i don't watch many you tubers' .I wasn't looking on social media for answers ,i just made a comment because you come across as someone id love to be like , confident, positive ect .I know I'm not you 'i am myself ' I'm unique I'm different to most people. And yes i will keep on looking at myself in the mirror and telling myself to F everyone else this is my life and I'm going to be jolly well happy! Thankyou for another brilliant talk . Wishing you a Happy New year ❤
I will carry on looking up to you! 😁😊
You look younger every time I see you
Thankyou Iiona happy new year to you x
Happy new year Ilona , keep on keeping on , I continue to enjoy your perspective on life , there’s so much bull 💩 on “ The tube “
these days, so much “ Noise “ just because it’s there doesn’t mean we have to listen to it. Just create your own reality people, the one you are most comfortable with , not the one that others insist you need to live by .
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I was saying to friends the other night.. why is it.. all these idiots who have a phone glued in their hand need to stick their tongues out with mouth wide open taking selfies, publishing every meal and drink to 'prove' they are having a good time.... ( I have a friend like that ).. sorry but I, like you , am too busy actually enjoying getting on with my life , haven't got the time to bother with that cra*p... I was almost like an only child as my sisters were much older than me and my parents were older... so I always had to make my own amusement ... like you I was working at 14 .. I chose to train for my professional qualifications in my mid 30's too.. following an argument with a very stupid boss who was trying to land me with her mistakes ( she picked the wrong one there ) I thought she's getting paid a shedload and I'm doing the work.. sod this !... We are lucky, we know how to really appreciate the small stuff.... My advice to anyone is.. pick your battles and set yourself up to succeed. Happiness is an internal feeling not elicited by external stuff. Stay happy 😂
happy new year hun ty so much for doinfg the vlogs i love them learn so much from you and i meen this have a tipple with me and see you next yea xxkathy derbyshire
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Get a little alcohol in your coffee! That’s all it takes 😊
Ilona, you are a wonderful lady and such an inspiration to us.
Please think about your eternal future. You are loved by your creator, and He wants your heart. Talk to Jesus, your Saviour.😊
Thank you for your concerns, but I won't be doing that.
👋👍♥️🙏☕🎇🎆I am confident for I know God is in control!
TY for the vlog iLona 🥹🕯️🦉👍☕☕🕜🕐🗝️🌃🌌🥛🥣🌄 xxx
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