Hi Sadia...very thoughtful video indeed! Life is never balanced actually... Isn't it? It lies in the beauty of 'trying' to fullfill it and that makes it look like a balanced one. Consuming, as you said, is predominant in most of the areas of life.... Wise consumption makes it healthier and content. I read a good book but don't always write a review physically.... I do think about it, though, even after I finish reading it and I find it perfectly OK and constructive... More over this wise consumption makes me Happy❤️
First, I’ve been really separating what is consuming from my everyday work as I work mostly online. It was already a good way to feel less guilty, since I cannot not be online or not answer customers’ questions, they are a part of my job and creativity. Second: I online watch things to have fun, like films or series, when I do a job which doesn’t require an intense focus, like for example, editing photos of objects to sell. I can do that and listen to a movie that I already know, in the same time. So, yes, I am consuming but creating in the same time. Or, I will do that by cleaning my home, or having my meal, or falling asleep in my bed, so I don’t feel guilty to loose my time. I definitely spend more time creating than consuming that way, because there are so many tasks which can’t be made with this fun background sound. When I need to focus, I just focus and appreciate the silence. Usually when I wander on Instagram for example, it’s because I’m about to post photos myself. Nothing is free with me... :-)
I love the quote. Nobel Prize winners are around 3 times more likely to have some sort of creative hobby than the average scientist. You might enjoy the book “the molecule of more”, it’s about Dopamine and it’s effects on everyday life, I’m enjoying it now.
EXACTLY what I needed to hear today. Thank you so much for this! I get stuck in the habit of consuming way more than I create often, and it is hard to pull myself out of. One thing that always sets the day up for success is morning meditation. If I meditate first thing in the morning for about 5-15 minutes, it allows me to approach the rest of the day in a better state of mind and less prone to distractions :)
Come on Peedy! We're such a nice community and we're here to support each other 😃 You'll see that from now on when you'll get into the habit of consuming more than creating you'll remember Sadia's videos and you'll shift it right away 🙏🏻
I noticed if I consume too much for inspiration, my creativity becomes scattered, impulsive, way too emotional, even dramatic - opposite of the steady creative flow (which I’m aiming for). I think with “inspirational consumption” a little goes a long way, and often just one right photo/idea/concept/quote is enough fuel for days :)
Honestly reading this was like reading myself. I do the EXACT same thing. I get so overwhelmed when I've consumed too much and you're so right. Often just an individual post/photo is enough to spur that creativity and creation
Exactly what I have been thinking about the past couple of weeks. One quote is more effective, as I get to work and live it intentionally and all the time.
I definitely consume more than create. Last night I realized my husband and I were so deep into our phones watching separate shows that we were robbing each other of time spent doing something together. We put down our phones and enjoyed our evening together. Lesson learned is that taking too much in robs you of time spent with others. Love your videos Sadia!
I think it’s so common and so easy to do! I just nudged him and said “What the heck are we doing?” 🧐. Your videos always make me smile, I wish I could have enjoyed a cup of tea with you while I watched! 😘
Passion Fruit-I feel the struggle! I think you just have to be really mindful in any relationship. We both have an understanding to keep each other in check but we do slip up from time to time (which is totally fine!) But part of marriage (or any healthy relationship for that matter) is practicing forgiveness. I wish you the best of luck 🤗
Hey Sadia. Great video. But can I please request a video for you. Sadia, it would be amazing if you could upload a video on food to be eaten by women during their period, to compensate for the weakness it brings along and also to help with the pain. I'm a person who has fairly regular menses, but HAS to miss college or work on the first day, as it becomes unbearable. Painkillers are bad we all know. Can you suggest some healthier, nourishing alternative, which could help me and several other women deal with this persistent problem.
Thank you, I was thinking about the same thing because after going vegan the only thing that is not going right is the unbearable headache during the peak of the period. A video or even an article would be highly appropriated❤️❤️❤️
Yes I have been hoping for this too, maybe an elaboration on the blog post I rely on the most (I'm anemic, taking a supplement but also not getting enough natural vegan sources) www.pickuplimes.com/single-post/2017/09/19/IRON-ON-A-PLANT-BASED-DIET-sources-how-to-get-enough
I'd love to see this too! I eat like crap on my period because I'm so exhausted and in pain - a healthier diet/incorporating healthier foods into my diet when I'm on my period would help with this for sure.
One of my professors once said, "You are what you eat. And that's true of every kind of consumption." That was so inspiring to me, as a reminder that if I consume crap, I will feel like crap. It's helped guide me to have more positive experiences with social media, books, magazines, TV, movies, etc. :) Oh, and food!
Such a simple ratio to think about: consumption vs creating. Very unique idea on the subject, I really love it. Thank you so much for sharing and articulating it in your own way!
Hey Sadia, I am currently studying for my Postgraduation in Psychology. I am so used to be the sleepless nights and excessive workload that any second I spend without worrying or sitting idle, I feel extremely guilty about. I am so glad you made this video. Somehow your advice and your videos make things better for me. I am extremely grateful for that.
I love the way you come out everytime with something new and inspiring. You have been my energy for like 1 year..and I have changed in a very good way and so happy to have myself in this pick up limes family.. Thanks a lot always 😘
this video was so necessary for me .like since I am a student I consume a lot of info from books ,video lecture like too much and I consume it again and again because I am afraid of forgetting that info and it drains me mentally a lot , I don't have energy to study the next day and I procrastinate but when I solve questions regarding the topic I feel good and refreshed like since those questions require thinking and not consuming info . This video reminded me that I need to give more time to questions than just getting the knowledge
I recently heard someone say that when you are old and think about your fondest memories they won't be time spent on FB or Instagram, but your relationships with people. That hit me and I realized how many minutes I've wasted on those sites. Just stopped both a few days ago and don't miss them. Heard another great quote," How you spend your day is how you spend your life".
I've recently been extremely overwhelmed by social media... this has been the 4th time in 3 months that I have thought deeply about just uninstalling every social media app and anything that has been stressing me. I definitely consume more than I create. When I'm like this I just end up not being creative at all. I ruin my day completely. My chest is full of anxiety... today I made the choice to delete everything... at least for a few months. I want to feel the difference and if my phone is still worth it. I mean I still have UA-cam and Pinterest, but let me tell you what I did today: I took a shower, painted my toes and nails, did my makeup, cleaned up, started dinner and am currently going to sit down and watch a movie with all my kids. I might not want to go back... best of love and faith to all of you creative beings, I pray you find peace and calmness in your journeys🌹 (your video is a sign of reassurance for me, thank you friend)
Hi Sadia, this is the first ever comment I have ever done on UA-cam, and I felt so compelled to answer for my own benefit; and I must tell you that I feel a great sense of release whilst writing this. I have been watching you for almost a year now and I always find your videos come at the right time of the day and week. You are very concise with your content, and listening to you brings a great sense of peace and calm to my always-busy day. In answering your inquiry, I work at a high-paced environment where you are being constantly tested with your intellectual and experiential skills. I always thought of myself as someone who highly enjoyed continuous learning, whether I am outside or inside a classroom, an office or just simply in life, so I thought my job is fitting. However, I always feel like there are so many more things for me to further learn so I constantly seek out many ways to do so (continuously reading and researching; much like what you have said). It becomes a vicious cycle when all I do is ‘download’ but no way to ‘offload’ - to which, I guess, is my answer to your question. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, Sadia! You bring consciousness and awareness to life’s everyday movement :)
I am currently suffering from an illness that will eventually go away, but at the moment it puts me to bed and I have to lie around a lot more than is good for any person (some sort of chronic fatique syndrome, but with a chance of healing). I finally feel that this create/consume ratio is the reason why I feel so bad most of the time. I have always been a creative person, but when life makes you stop doing this because of just being physically too weak - it stresses you out more than work stress would do. I am so looking forward in creating again and trying out all the amazing Pick Up Limes recipes!
Well, this gentle reminder is a good way of keeping me in check again. You know what I like about this video, apart from the message? The footage of you working on your recipes and then taking photos and carefully adding or replacing something before you take another photo. Reminds me that you are just human like us and that it's not 'perfect'. A great video and an ever greater message!
Hi Sadia! I'm a big information consumer, and although it's fun and engaging at the beginning it ends up being a really tiring activity for me. Thank you for this reminder to exercise that creative vein that I think everyone has got, forgetting a little bit of how "perfect" a creation must be to be called so. If that makes sense.
I remember seeing this video in my feed a few days ago, however, I wasn't ready to watch it. I'm sitting here in the chair in my living room writing about getting back on track with my soul mission. I find I haven't been present resently because of how much I am consuming - while this point in my life is a huge turning point for me...a new chapter and I have to stay present in order to make the best of it - I have to create. I instantly felt the urge to come and watch this video...the universe told me it was the right time. I am blown away as usual. I just want to say thank you. Your videos continue to change and inspire my life. Every time I watch a video of yours I am INCREDIBLY inspired to live the life I am meant to live - to follow my heart. You have helped me in so many ways re-become the best version of myself. We all have the power (: thank you, Sadia ❤️
Aah, love this one :) Reminds me of Seth Godin and “emotional labour”. Definitely guilty of often consuming more than creating and you are so right - when the ratio is off I feel overwhelmed and frustrated. Like I can no longer hear my own voice. Delicious alone time and time away from social media always helps. xx
"When the ratio is off I feel so overwhelmed and frustrated." So true and well said. I use those feelings as my guide/indicator to let me know that the ratio is imbalanced in the wrong direction. Lots of love to you Aminah! ❤
I had my mental breakdown last night and this video just made everything into perspective. Maybe I was consuming too much that I exploded. I newly moved to another country for work and I did some research on how to not waste my time while working abroad. At first it was harmless. I looked up on investing, putting up a business, investing in my self (learning new skills) everything that will help me to go back to my country without being broke. It made me overthink all of the decisions I'll make and put myself into a time crunch to achieve all of this. I consumed too much without creating and put myself into a worried state. This tea time ( Hahaha) will help me rethink of what I'll do with my time. Thank you so much for this. xx
This was exactly what I needed! I have been feeling really good about the things I have been doing for my personal growth but I was feeling a little overwhelmed by the amount of info I was consuming. This video completely cleared my mind and I am not even sure why. But I like it! Thank you Pick Up Limes.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm a mother of 3 kids under the age of four and I do get bogged down with trying to find creative ways to feed/educate/entertain my children. It's an ocean of ideas out there and so easy to feel guilty of not doing enough.
Im 21 yrs old now... And im pretty sure that when i will be 42... I will still leave everything im doing..and just come watch your content sadia as soon as the notification comes up! You are so amazing in being you...i cant even say...🙃 Im just so happy i found you! 😚🤗
Gosh, I recently bookmarked a page called Onformation Overload, which gave the symptoms of the condition; feeling drained, mental fog, low mood, low energy, you name it. Great talk Sadia!
I totally agree with this concept - this video is perfect for where my thoughts are currently at. I've been feeling really 'unhealthily out of balance' for a while and I'd noticed the less time I spend creating the less happy and fulfilled I feel. Your channel has been the best find of the year for me because it's helped me organise so many of the thoughts and realisations I've had spinning around my head. I'm starting to build a healthier life now full of creative ventures, looking after myself (something I have done little to none of for far to long) and healthy habits. Thank you so much for creating these wonderful posts and content, they have made an incredible difference to me and I'm very grateful to you.
This is definitely what I needed to hear. I have been bumped out these few months and I felt that I am overwhelmed with what other people do and how little I feel I am able to do in contrast to their work. I know what I needed to do but it was so hard to get the gears going. Your videos these couple of weeks have come in such a good timing to really inspire me, not just with the beautiful production and aesthetics, but as well as to really get the work done and just putting things out. I just started a new project where I can do something I love with the mindset that everything will be better as long as I keep growing and keep creating. I do hope you keep coming out with these beautiful videos, and know that they really help encourage your viewers to grow. Sending you all the love, Sadia!
I do notice when I'm consuming more than creating! I think it's guilt but also feel like the urge to create, and when I can't do it I start to feel anxious, this video has make me realize it's this ratio!! Love your videos! The style and editing it's so inspiring and calming, thanks for sharing this with us. Hugs from México!
I could quote the guy below 'EXACTLY what I needed to hear today' ;) That's it, I am also guilty of consuming too much, may current way of living, which is being a stay at home mom of two toddlers, make me prone to scrolling my phone, listening to podcast, watching youtube with one eye on kids and the other on the screen... and after a day like this, I feel sooo tired and overwhelmed and unsatisfied with myself. There are days when I can't do anything about it, but I'm striving for keeping that balance of imbalance as you called it ;) so I switch off the phone and PC and go to make some interesting dinner or play with kids or do some DIY and I feel MUCH better ;) You're right that this attraction to digital world is definietely both a blessing and a curse for our society :) Love you content, you are such an amazing and beautiful woman that watching you is always a pleasure ;) Take care!
I love this video so much. I have been consuming A LOT, lately. And I feel so creatively stuck and overall uninspired. I think the type of content I have been consuming has a lot to do with that. I have been watching a lot of political videos. While it is good to remain informed, it is making me feel very upset and frustrated by the division and outright nastiness occurring in my country. I used to feel so free to create, but I feel like the world is a much more negative place than it used to be. Honestly, I feel so much fear for putting myself out there. I truly admire you and the work you do, Sadia. Oh and I just love the new Pick Up Limes space.
Really good point! Thanks for it. it is more about expressing ourselves in life through different ways than filling us with information . Keep the balance !
Wow, great video ... I knew I have been consuming a lot more than creating ( or taking action) ... but I never thought about paying attention to ratio. Thank you for the great tip ... these simple but powerful tips can really change someone's life
Everything I needed to hear today! In Februady I started a Blog on Interior Design but late March I started having trouble to find balance in life and ended up not writing again since then . But I am so passionate about writing... i have tons of ideas in my mind and simply didnt put the work in You are amazing girl !! TKS for sharing with us ♥️ 😘 Love from Brazil
I am soo guilty! I always have good intentions but I usually end up doing something unproductive and I procrastinate.😂😅 Can you do a video on procrastination?
Me too most of the time 🙄 but it depends on my mood and often which time it is. I am more productive for things I don't like to do in the morning after getting up. If I wait to long I will not do it.
I consume more. So much more than I create. This video is a reminding for me that I can be more criative 😊 As always thanks for this great video Sadia!
I may have found a good balance, I do love to read, and consume info, but I also love to create my own foods, and beverages, and paint and draw, but only for myself. A lot of times no one else never sees what I create, but my hubby does get to enjoy my creations and we've been working on putting our phones down while we are eating meals together and just chat. Creating conversation and relationship. thanks Sadia for sharing this. I love your videos.
Wow!! That is what exactly I understood two months back!! At that time, I got some inspiration from you (reading your blog on productivity), I started writing a daily dairy, keeping a check of the things I do on a usual basis..! It literally helped me increase my productivity and at the same time I realised that I was earlier consuming my time watching videos and getting inspiration rather than actually doing things and creating something. I shifted my focus and started doing much more in my life..!!
Sometimes you know there’s something wrong in your life, but you just can’t place it and it takes someone else saying what the problem is to make you realize it. This video helped me it that way!!
As a student, I feel like I'm constantly consuming. I'm consuming when I'm in class, when I'm doing the readings, and when I finally get some downtime and can go watch Netflix for a few hours. My struggle has been with turning what I'm hearing in class and reading into knowledge that I can articulate on my own. I think creating fact sheets from class notes and the readings is helping me to get more from what I consume on a daily basis. Fantastic video, Sadia!
you my dear are a gem! love your content! I too have caught myself caught in a spiral of consuming (especially as I'm starting my own business and learning as I go). Those words you spoke "do it bc you love it and not for the follows" is what I have to tell myself everyday. I find this let's my creative roam free and I'm generally happier when I do this.
What an amazing thought provoking video. As I raise my 2 teen daughters in this age of social media, I’ve talked with them continually about safety, treating others as you would want to be treated face to face-not acting “behind a screen”. I feel I’ve done pretty well with “checking in” on this. But, this is such an important way to view creating vs consuming content, in what ever form. Thank you for such a video, I will share this with my girls and continue to look inward/mindful🌸
Definitely struggle with this...home alone with two little ones....UA-cam is definitely an escape and a link to the adult/outside world. Other than my husband I have no other human interaction, so it gets pretty lonesome. Balance is hard, Internet and UA-cam and all these different platforms are infinite; there's always something else to click on.
This spoke to me in so many ways today. Not only did this message hit home but I feel it's one I will need to revisit in the future. Much love for all you do.
Interesting and worthwhile topic! I binge in each direction, long periods of study, observation, contemplation, sometimes random and unfocused, sometimes to the point of “information sickness,” and then periods of focused, get-out-the product, finish-the-task, which is often motivated by a deadline. To focus I write goals and to-do’s, and celebrate small accomplishments.
Hi Sadia, so often I had the thought of really spending too much time entertaining myself with well curated content, but I do not create enough myself. You formulated it perfectly! I am inspired. Thanks for all YOUR great work!!!
Do you know the feeling when something feels off, something that's bothering you just in the back of your mind, and you sense it but can't quite put the finger on what it is? You just helped me so much to identify what that is! I obviously struggled so much with my creating / consuming valance in the last few months, and I just couldn't wrap my mind around whether or not social media and all that stuff helped me by inspiring me or pulled me down by making me face the overwhelming talent of thousands of other people. I just didn't know what to do - stop using social media? But where to get my inspiration from? Using it less? Using it differently? I didn't get to the core of the actual problem and therefore couldn't solve it. Thank you so much for this video! It's not even 5 minutes long but shifted my perspective so deeply... Thank you thank you thank you so much!! Much love from Germany, Jessica
Wow, I had never thought of this before, but I think it’s so spot on! I feel like there are some days I have boundless energy, that I can go and go and go.. but then there are days when I feel like I’ve completed nothing, even if I have marked several things off my to-do list. Now that I think of it, I feel very much ALIVE when I create something - a fancy checklist, a short story, or even a new way to rearrange my bookshelf. I think I’ll make it a goal to include at least one creative task to my day 🙂
Genius! You shed light on something that so many of us do without even realizing we do it. I for one have been consuming more than I create. Thank you for the inspiration to switch it up. 😊👍🏻
Oh my God! Dear I can't thank you enough for talking on something which I somehow realised but could never express it in words to people. You've solved an issue which I was not even able to make a question out of. I hope it makes sense and you understand. Saving this video forever💓
Guilty, definitely... I sometimes feel absolutely overwhelmed on days where I consume too much. About all the people out there who are creating so many nice things and I'm just sitting on the couch, doing nothing (aka watching UA-cam Videos). Of course all these UA-cam videos give me inspiration to do something. However, I only sometimes really take action. So I always try to have days where Ido not use social media. And I start reading again, take a walk outside - and I feel inspired. Inspired in another way - I don't know how to put it into words. But thank you for this little reminder to shift my focus to the "creating" part in my life.
Your video is right on time! For the last few months, I've definitely been feeling "bogged" down in consuming more than I'm creating. Yes, I love motivational and inspirational content, especially concerning my wellness coaching business, but I need to find a balance and not let it overwhelm me. I love your take it.
This idea of consuming and creating has honestly been on my mind for the past few months now. I just called it the blance of input and output ( although I now prefer the terms you use😉). Love that you are talking about this because not many people do, and I too have let it slip to the back of my mind. Thank you for reminding me🌻
So guilty of consuming way more than I create. And often times I consume to feel inspired but never use that inspiration. Only continuously taking it in. This is a nice video to use to pause and reflect. Some inspiration I’ll take to heart 😊
Apples,roses,sunflowers,lovely food, thoughtful words and the awesome Sadia..can anything more be asked for in a video.. God bless you Sadia.you really brighten up my thoughts.
I had to make this my first comment on UA-cam but I swear your content is a blessing to all of us , exactly what I needed early in the morning! Love from Singapore ❤️
This is making so much sense. I probably just understand my dissatisfaction now, my consumption is way more than creation. Thank you so much for telling this to everybody!!
So true. No wonder every time I got to watch so many inspiring UA-cam videos, I always end up feeling pressured and anxious because I'm not as good as them. Now I decided to schedule my time on UA-cam, especially in the morning and dedicated my time to do something at night, whether it's exercise or writing my thoughts as I am more of a thinker so that I don't get overwhelmed by the feeling of needing to be as inspiring as those people I watched. And I can assure you that it makes my life better.
Hi..I love the way you speak, your tone,it's peaceful..it's very rare to find video with youtubers speaking nice and at the right pace that attract listeners... thumbs up
I’ve been spending a lot of time consuming videos on UA-cam to get inspired nowadays. I feel like I need to start working on things that I’ve learned from these channels to make my days fulfilled. That’s why I am writing on comment section in English for the first time to convey my thanks to you (sort of creating). Thanks! :) - A subscriber from South Korea.
I'm so thankful for this video. Not only it made a great point, but also it made me understand myself a lot better. It's been a while since I haven't been reading much or watching a lot of things but instead cooking or hanging out with friends, and I felt kind of guilty for not learning as much. Now I truly understand what happened and I wanted to honestly thank you from the bottom of my heart. I love your videos so much ❤️
Hi Sadia I don't know if it's just me but honestly this was the video I was desperately in need of cause I was seriously consuming more than I create, and I needed to realize it. This imbalance has kept me disturd for a long time and I couldn't figure out the cause. Thank you was making videos that affect us all in a very positive manner. I always find them relatable and inspirational at the same time. And your calming voice makes it all the more good! Greeshma ❤️
I loved the message in this video. I find myself struggling to just get through the day. I suffer from too many things to do and not enough time. I would love to take a step back and start writting again that would bring me peace :)
So thankful for people like you creating such healthy and NECESSARY content! I'm definitely guilty but it's worth it with videos like yours, keep up the good work!! x
I usually never comment on UA-cam videos but I couldn't resist myself falling in love with your channel. Love you sweetheart for soothing my heart with your contains . Well done. You really deserve a big round of applause 👏👏🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏
My favorite season is fall because I cook a lot. It's when new England looks the best. It's the creative and inspiring season for me. I'm very excited to be back in this part of my ebb and flow life.
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Hi sadia, love this video! It's very helpful and it really made me think. Can you do a video on procrastination? Keep up the good work!❤
Hi Sadia...very thoughtful video indeed!
Life is never balanced actually... Isn't it? It lies in the beauty of 'trying' to fullfill it and that makes it look like a balanced one. Consuming, as you said, is predominant in most of the areas of life.... Wise consumption makes it healthier and content. I read a good book but don't always write a review physically.... I do think about it, though, even after I finish reading it and I find it perfectly OK and constructive... More over this wise consumption makes me Happy❤️
First, I’ve been really separating what is consuming from my everyday work as I work mostly online. It was already a good way to feel less guilty, since I cannot not be online or not answer customers’ questions, they are a part of my job and creativity. Second: I online watch things to have fun, like films or series, when I do a job which doesn’t require an intense focus, like for example, editing photos of objects to sell. I can do that and listen to a movie that I already know, in the same time. So, yes, I am consuming but creating in the same time. Or, I will do that by cleaning my home, or having my meal, or falling asleep in my bed, so I don’t feel guilty to loose my time. I definitely spend more time creating than consuming that way, because there are so many tasks which can’t be made with this fun background sound. When I need to focus, I just focus and appreciate the silence. Usually when I wander on Instagram for example, it’s because I’m about to post photos myself. Nothing is free with me... :-)
I love the quote. Nobel Prize winners are around 3 times more likely to have some sort of creative hobby than the average scientist. You might enjoy the book “the molecule of more”, it’s about Dopamine and it’s effects on everyday life, I’m enjoying it now.
4.27 in blink of eye ✨Such awesome ❤️
EXACTLY what I needed to hear today. Thank you so much for this! I get stuck in the habit of consuming way more than I create often, and it is hard to pull myself out of. One thing that always sets the day up for success is morning meditation. If I meditate first thing in the morning for about 5-15 minutes, it allows me to approach the rest of the day in a better state of mind and less prone to distractions :)
The Groovy Guitar Dude totally!!! Is the exact same way for me too
Same here🤚
Same for me 😊
So familiar unfortunately.
Come on Peedy! We're such a nice community and we're here to support each other 😃 You'll see that from now on when you'll get into the habit of consuming more than creating you'll remember Sadia's videos and you'll shift it right away 🙏🏻
I noticed if I consume too much for inspiration, my creativity becomes scattered, impulsive, way too emotional, even dramatic - opposite of the steady creative flow (which I’m aiming for).
I think with “inspirational consumption” a little goes a long way, and often just one right photo/idea/concept/quote is enough fuel for days :)
So very well said, Anna, thanks for the thoughtful comment ❤
Honestly reading this was like reading myself. I do the EXACT same thing. I get so overwhelmed when I've consumed too much and you're so right. Often just an individual post/photo is enough to spur that creativity and creation
I absolutely agree with your statement, actually pick up limes is my outlet!
Exactly what I have been thinking about the past couple of weeks. One quote is more effective, as I get to work and live it intentionally and all the time.
I definitely consume more than create. Last night I realized my husband and I were so deep into our phones watching separate shows that we were robbing each other of time spent doing something together. We put down our phones and enjoyed our evening together. Lesson learned is that taking too much in robs you of time spent with others. Love your videos Sadia!
Robin and I are guilty of that too :P It's lovely that you both recognized it and stepped away for a bit to make time for each other ❤
I think it’s so common and so easy to do! I just nudged him and said “What the heck are we doing?” 🧐. Your videos always make me smile, I wish I could have enjoyed a cup of tea with you while I watched! 😘
Shelby Garbiso I know this phenomenon too well and somehow it made me sad. My partner and I we are also trying to change this habit now.
Passion Fruit-I feel the struggle! I think you just have to be really mindful in any relationship. We both have an understanding to keep each other in check but we do slip up from time to time (which is totally fine!) But part of marriage (or any healthy relationship for that matter) is practicing forgiveness. I wish you the best of luck 🤗
Shelby Garbiso Very true.
Hey Sadia. Great video.
But can I please request a video for you.
Sadia, it would be amazing if you could upload a video on food to be eaten by women during their period, to compensate for the weakness it brings along and also to help with the pain. I'm a person who has fairly regular menses, but HAS to miss college or work on the first day, as it becomes unbearable. Painkillers are bad we all know. Can you suggest some healthier, nourishing alternative, which could help me and several other women deal with this persistent problem.
Great Idea! And What about food to combat spm anxiety ? (Much requested)
Ditsha Kahali cranberry juice used to help me a little.
Thank you, I was thinking about the same thing because after going vegan the only thing that is not going right is the unbearable headache during the peak of the period. A video or even an article would be highly appropriated❤️❤️❤️
Yes I have been hoping for this too, maybe an elaboration on the blog post I rely on the most (I'm anemic, taking a supplement but also not getting enough natural vegan sources) www.pickuplimes.com/single-post/2017/09/19/IRON-ON-A-PLANT-BASED-DIET-sources-how-to-get-enough
I'd love to see this too! I eat like crap on my period because I'm so exhausted and in pain - a healthier diet/incorporating healthier foods into my diet when I'm on my period would help with this for sure.
One of my professors once said, "You are what you eat. And that's true of every kind of consumption." That was so inspiring to me, as a reminder that if I consume crap, I will feel like crap. It's helped guide me to have more positive experiences with social media, books, magazines, TV, movies, etc. :) Oh, and food!
Such a simple ratio to think about: consumption vs creating. Very unique idea on the subject, I really love it. Thank you so much for sharing and articulating it in your own way!
Your videos always come at a perfect time in my life and they are always so helpful thank you ❤️
Same
Yes that's true
I love tea time Tuesdays!!!
It's like magic: I just thought about spending less time consuming information, and now you make a video on it. Thank you very much for this video!
Hey Sadia,
I am currently studying for my Postgraduation in Psychology. I am so used to be the sleepless nights and excessive workload that any second I spend without worrying or sitting idle, I feel extremely guilty about. I am so glad you made this video. Somehow your advice and your videos make things better for me. I am extremely grateful for that.
I love the way you come out everytime with something new and inspiring. You have been my energy for like 1 year..and I have changed in a very good way and so happy to have myself in this pick up limes family.. Thanks a lot always 😘
Thanks so much for the lovely comment, Shipra, it means a lot! ❤
This channel is amazing. Always makes me want to cook, to work, to put my life together, and inspires me to do it every day 💓
this video was so necessary for me .like since I am a student I consume a lot of info from books ,video lecture like too much and I consume it again and again because I am afraid of forgetting that info and it drains me mentally a lot , I don't have energy to study the next day and I procrastinate but when I solve questions regarding the topic I feel good and refreshed like since those questions require thinking and not consuming info . This video reminded me that I need to give more time to questions than just getting the knowledge
Tuesday is becoming my favourite day, let's be honest ♥️ thanks Sadia
I recently heard someone say that when you are old and think about your fondest memories they won't be time spent on FB or Instagram, but your relationships with people. That hit me and I realized how many minutes I've wasted on those sites. Just stopped both a few days ago and don't miss them. Heard another great quote," How you spend your day is how you spend your life".
A healthy imbalance is definitely a good thing in this area! I do love consuming for inspiration though, like you mentioned.
I've recently been extremely overwhelmed by social media... this has been the 4th time in 3 months that I have thought deeply about just uninstalling every social media app and anything that has been stressing me. I definitely consume more than I create. When I'm like this I just end up not being creative at all. I ruin my day completely. My chest is full of anxiety... today I made the choice to delete everything... at least for a few months. I want to feel the difference and if my phone is still worth it. I mean I still have UA-cam and Pinterest, but let me tell you what I did today:
I took a shower, painted my toes and nails, did my makeup, cleaned up, started dinner and am currently going to sit down and watch a movie with all my kids. I might not want to go back... best of love and faith to all of you creative beings, I pray you find peace and calmness in your journeys🌹 (your video is a sign of reassurance for me, thank you friend)
Your videos are so peaceful!!! I feel relaxed whenever i see them. ❤❤
Hi Sadia, this is the first ever comment I have ever done on UA-cam, and I felt so compelled to answer for my own benefit; and I must tell you that I feel a great sense of release whilst writing this. I have been watching you for almost a year now and I always find your videos come at the right time of the day and week. You are very concise with your content, and listening to you brings a great sense of peace and calm to my always-busy day. In answering your inquiry, I work at a high-paced environment where you are being constantly tested with your intellectual and experiential skills. I always thought of myself as someone who highly enjoyed continuous learning, whether I am outside or inside a classroom, an office or just simply in life, so I thought my job is fitting. However, I always feel like there are so many more things for me to further learn so I constantly seek out many ways to do so (continuously reading and researching; much like what you have said). It becomes a vicious cycle when all I do is ‘download’ but no way to ‘offload’ - to which, I guess, is my answer to your question. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, Sadia! You bring consciousness and awareness to life’s everyday movement :)
I like that you sometimes mention things I've never thought about❤
I am currently suffering from an illness that will eventually go away, but at the moment it puts me to bed and I have to lie around a lot more than is good for any person (some sort of chronic fatique syndrome, but with a chance of healing). I finally feel that this create/consume ratio is the reason why I feel so bad most of the time. I have always been a creative person, but when life makes you stop doing this because of just being physically too weak - it stresses you out more than work stress would do.
I am so looking forward in creating again and trying out all the amazing Pick Up Limes recipes!
"Just start and create for the sake of creating it" ..this was a healthy reminder for me today!
Well, this gentle reminder is a good way of keeping me in check again. You know what I like about this video, apart from the message? The footage of you working on your recipes and then taking photos and carefully adding or replacing something before you take another photo. Reminds me that you are just human like us and that it's not 'perfect'. A great video and an ever greater message!
Hi Sadia! I'm a big information consumer, and although it's fun and engaging at the beginning it ends up being a really tiring activity for me. Thank you for this reminder to exercise that creative vein that I think everyone has got, forgetting a little bit of how "perfect" a creation must be to be called so. If that makes sense.
I remember seeing this video in my feed a few days ago, however, I wasn't ready to watch it. I'm sitting here in the chair in my living room writing about getting back on track with my soul mission. I find I haven't been present resently because of how much I am consuming - while this point in my life is a huge turning point for me...a new chapter and I have to stay present in order to make the best of it - I have to create. I instantly felt the urge to come and watch this video...the universe told me it was the right time. I am blown away as usual. I just want to say thank you. Your videos continue to change and inspire my life. Every time I watch a video of yours I am INCREDIBLY inspired to live the life I am meant to live - to follow my heart. You have helped me in so many ways re-become the best version of myself. We all have the power (: thank you, Sadia ❤️
Aah, love this one :) Reminds me of Seth Godin and “emotional labour”. Definitely guilty of often consuming more than creating and you are so right - when the ratio is off I feel overwhelmed and frustrated. Like I can no longer hear my own voice. Delicious alone time and time away from social media always helps. xx
"When the ratio is off I feel so overwhelmed and frustrated." So true and well said. I use those feelings as my guide/indicator to let me know that the ratio is imbalanced in the wrong direction. Lots of love to you Aminah! ❤
I had my mental breakdown last night and this video just made everything into perspective. Maybe I was consuming too much that I exploded. I newly moved to another country for work and I did some research on how to not waste my time while working abroad. At first it was harmless. I looked up on investing, putting up a business, investing in my self (learning new skills) everything that will help me to go back to my country without being broke. It made me overthink all of the decisions I'll make and put myself into a time crunch to achieve all of this. I consumed too much without creating and put myself into a worried state. This tea time ( Hahaha) will help me rethink of what I'll do with my time. Thank you so much for this. xx
This was exactly what I needed! I have been feeling really good about the things I have been doing for my personal growth but I was feeling a little overwhelmed by the amount of info I was consuming. This video completely cleared my mind and I am not even sure why. But I like it! Thank you Pick Up Limes.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm a mother of 3 kids under the age of four and I do get bogged down with trying to find creative ways to feed/educate/entertain my children. It's an ocean of ideas out there and so easy to feel guilty of not doing enough.
That's a very interesting concept. Been intentionally reducing how much I consume lately and I feel just great!
Im 21 yrs old now... And im pretty sure that when i will be 42... I will still leave everything im doing..and just come watch your content sadia as soon as the notification comes up! You are so amazing in being you...i cant even say...🙃 Im just so happy i found you! 😚🤗
I just overdid UA-cam today ..... Lol what a timing 🤣... Worth it I guess after this
Gosh, I recently bookmarked a page called Onformation Overload, which gave the symptoms of the condition; feeling drained, mental fog, low mood, low energy, you name it. Great talk Sadia!
So inspirational. Thank you so much for this Tea Time!
I totally agree with this concept - this video is perfect for where my thoughts are currently at. I've been feeling really 'unhealthily out of balance' for a while and I'd noticed the less time I spend creating the less happy and fulfilled I feel. Your channel has been the best find of the year for me because it's helped me organise so many of the thoughts and realisations I've had spinning around my head. I'm starting to build a healthier life now full of creative ventures, looking after myself (something I have done little to none of for far to long) and healthy habits. Thank you so much for creating these wonderful posts and content, they have made an incredible difference to me and I'm very grateful to you.
Very different but thoughtful and meaningful topic...
This is definitely what I needed to hear. I have been bumped out these few months and I felt that I am overwhelmed with what other people do and how little I feel I am able to do in contrast to their work. I know what I needed to do but it was so hard to get the gears going. Your videos these couple of weeks have come in such a good timing to really inspire me, not just with the beautiful production and aesthetics, but as well as to really get the work done and just putting things out. I just started a new project where I can do something I love with the mindset that everything will be better as long as I keep growing and keep creating. I do hope you keep coming out with these beautiful videos, and know that they really help encourage your viewers to grow. Sending you all the love, Sadia!
Thanks Sadia! Always look forward to Tea Time Tuesday!! 😁
I do notice when I'm consuming more than creating! I think it's guilt but also feel like the urge to create, and when I can't do it I start to feel anxious, this video has make me realize it's this ratio!!
Love your videos! The style and editing it's so inspiring and calming, thanks for sharing this with us.
Hugs from México!
My ratio of consuming vs. creating is aproximately 100:1
I could quote the guy below 'EXACTLY what I needed to hear today' ;) That's it, I am also guilty of consuming too much, may current way of living, which is being a stay at home mom of two toddlers, make me prone to scrolling my phone, listening to podcast, watching youtube with one eye on kids and the other on the screen... and after a day like this, I feel sooo tired and overwhelmed and unsatisfied with myself. There are days when I can't do anything about it, but I'm striving for keeping that balance of imbalance as you called it ;) so I switch off the phone and PC and go to make some interesting dinner or play with kids or do some DIY and I feel MUCH better ;) You're right that this attraction to digital world is definietely both a blessing and a curse for our society :) Love you content, you are such an amazing and beautiful woman that watching you is always a pleasure ;) Take care!
I love this video so much. I have been consuming A LOT, lately. And I feel so creatively stuck and overall uninspired. I think the type of content I have been consuming has a lot to do with that. I have been watching a lot of political videos. While it is good to remain informed, it is making me feel very upset and frustrated by the division and outright nastiness occurring in my country.
I used to feel so free to create, but I feel like the world is a much more negative place than it used to be. Honestly, I feel so much fear for putting myself out there. I truly admire you and the work you do, Sadia. Oh and I just love the new Pick Up Limes space.
I could listen to you talk all day. Love this video, so helpful. Your channel gives me peace and tranquillity
So what is your formula to not over consume? Do you dedicate a certain number of hours? Only certain time of day?
Good questions
Really good point! Thanks for it. it is more about expressing ourselves in life through different ways than filling us with information .
Keep the balance !
Wow it's you Sadia. This is my first reaction when I saw notification of your video. Love you so much.
This message really hit a chord ...I will surely spend the next few days keeping tabs on my life imbalance 😉
Wow, great video ... I knew I have been consuming a lot more than creating ( or taking action) ... but I never thought about paying attention to ratio. Thank you for the great tip ... these simple but powerful tips can really change someone's life
Everything I needed to hear today! In Februady I started a Blog on Interior Design but late March I started having trouble to find balance in life and ended up not writing again since then . But I am so passionate about writing... i have tons of ideas in my mind and simply didnt put the work in
You are amazing girl !! TKS for sharing with us ♥️ 😘 Love from Brazil
I am soo guilty! I always have good intentions but I usually end up doing something unproductive and I procrastinate.😂😅 Can you do a video on procrastination?
Me too most of the time 🙄 but it depends on my mood and often which time it is. I am more productive for things I don't like to do in the morning after getting up. If I wait to long I will not do it.
This is what exactly happens with me all the the time ,@pickuplimes plzz make video about procrastination
@@priyapandit9508 Yeah, it would be soo helpful! At least I know I'm not the only one😂
"Your not doing it for the followers or praise, your doing it for you" favorite part of the video! Thanks for this❤
I consume more. So much more than I create. This video is a reminding for me that I can be more criative 😊 As always thanks for this great video Sadia!
I may have found a good balance, I do love to read, and consume info, but I also love to create my own foods, and beverages, and paint and draw, but only for myself. A lot of times no one else never sees what I create, but my hubby does get to enjoy my creations and we've been working on putting our phones down while we are eating meals together and just chat. Creating conversation and relationship. thanks Sadia for sharing this. I love your videos.
And this video is like tonic for me. Really I needed this very badly.
Wow!! That is what exactly I understood two months back!!
At that time, I got some inspiration from you (reading your blog on productivity), I started writing a daily dairy, keeping a check of the things I do on a usual basis..! It literally helped me increase my productivity and at the same time I realised that I was earlier consuming my time watching videos and getting inspiration rather than actually doing things and creating something.
I shifted my focus and started doing much more in my life..!!
This is exactly what I needed today. Thank you Sadia :)
Sometimes you know there’s something wrong in your life, but you just can’t place it and it takes someone else saying what the problem is to make you realize it. This video helped me it that way!!
So inspiring and great, thank you! ✌️
As a student, I feel like I'm constantly consuming. I'm consuming when I'm in class, when I'm doing the readings, and when I finally get some downtime and can go watch Netflix for a few hours. My struggle has been with turning what I'm hearing in class and reading into knowledge that I can articulate on my own. I think creating fact sheets from class notes and the readings is helping me to get more from what I consume on a daily basis. Fantastic video, Sadia!
Your videos are so calm and nice, I love it!!
you my dear are a gem! love your content! I too have caught myself caught in a spiral of consuming (especially as I'm starting my own business and learning as I go). Those words you spoke "do it bc you love it and not for the follows" is what I have to tell myself everyday. I find this let's my creative roam free and I'm generally happier when I do this.
This video has been on point. Just what I need it.
What an amazing thought provoking video. As I raise my 2 teen daughters in this age of social media, I’ve talked with them continually about safety, treating others as you would want to be treated face to face-not acting “behind a screen”. I feel I’ve done pretty well with “checking in” on this. But, this is such an important way to view creating vs consuming content, in what ever form. Thank you for such a video, I will share this with my girls and continue to look inward/mindful🌸
Definitely struggle with this...home alone with two little ones....UA-cam is definitely an escape and a link to the adult/outside world. Other than my husband I have no other human interaction, so it gets pretty lonesome. Balance is hard, Internet and UA-cam and all these different platforms are infinite; there's always something else to click on.
Natural Vegan Mom I feel the same
Same here
This spoke to me in so many ways today. Not only did this message hit home but I feel it's one I will need to revisit in the future. Much love for all you do.
youuuu girrl !!!!! i love your videos ! my regards from ALGERIA ♥
Interesting and worthwhile topic! I binge in each direction, long periods of study, observation, contemplation, sometimes random and unfocused, sometimes to the point of “information sickness,” and then periods of focused, get-out-the product, finish-the-task, which is often motivated by a deadline. To focus I write goals and to-do’s, and celebrate small accomplishments.
Sadia❤️ Thank you, u raise my mood
Hi Sadia, so often I had the thought of really spending too much time entertaining myself with well curated content, but I do not create enough myself.
You formulated it perfectly! I am inspired. Thanks for all YOUR great work!!!
Hi I love your videos !!!!
Please make videos on haircare, skincare too :)
Do you know the feeling when something feels off, something that's bothering you just in the back of your mind, and you sense it but can't quite put the finger on what it is? You just helped me so much to identify what that is! I obviously struggled so much with my creating / consuming valance in the last few months, and I just couldn't wrap my mind around whether or not social media and all that stuff helped me by inspiring me or pulled me down by making me face the overwhelming talent of thousands of other people. I just didn't know what to do - stop using social media? But where to get my inspiration from? Using it less? Using it differently? I didn't get to the core of the actual problem and therefore couldn't solve it. Thank you so much for this video! It's not even 5 minutes long but shifted my perspective so deeply... Thank you thank you thank you so much!!
Much love from Germany,
Jessica
I wish I could go to an apple orchard! Please make a recipe with Apple pie
Wow, I had never thought of this before, but I think it’s so spot on! I feel like there are some days I have boundless energy, that I can go and go and go.. but then there are days when I feel like I’ve completed nothing, even if I have marked several things off my to-do list. Now that I think of it, I feel very much ALIVE when I create something - a fancy checklist, a short story, or even a new way to rearrange my bookshelf. I think I’ll make it a goal to include at least one creative task to my day 🙂
I am consuming everyday in class. Unfortunately my professors don't believe in creative assessments.
Genius! You shed light on something that so many of us do without even realizing we do it. I for one have been consuming more than I create. Thank you for the inspiration to switch it up. 😊👍🏻
Hi from India 😍
No other UA-camr do I make sure I’ve watched the video more than once to completely absorb the information, your videos are always so helpful
how is she so insightful is she still human?
Insighful indeed and a really lovely
person with a soothing voice. Have an enjoyable and peaceful day.
Oh my God! Dear I can't thank you enough for talking on something which I somehow realised but could never express it in words to people. You've solved an issue which I was not even able to make a question out of. I hope it makes sense and you understand. Saving this video forever💓
Pick up limes can i get a love plsssss
Guilty, definitely... I sometimes feel absolutely overwhelmed on days where I consume too much. About all the people out there who are creating so many nice things and I'm just sitting on the couch, doing nothing (aka watching UA-cam Videos). Of course all these UA-cam videos give me inspiration to do something. However, I only sometimes really take action. So I always try to have days where Ido not use social media. And I start reading again, take a walk outside - and I feel inspired. Inspired in another way - I don't know how to put it into words.
But thank you for this little reminder to shift my focus to the "creating" part in my life.
Your video is right on time! For the last few months, I've definitely been feeling "bogged" down in consuming more than I'm creating. Yes, I love motivational and inspirational content, especially concerning my wellness coaching business, but I need to find a balance and not let it overwhelm me. I love your take it.
This idea of consuming and creating has honestly been on my mind for the past few months now. I just called it the blance of input and output ( although I now prefer the terms you use😉). Love that you are talking about this because not many people do, and I too have let it slip to the back of my mind. Thank you for reminding me🌻
So guilty of consuming way more than I create. And often times I consume to feel inspired but never use that inspiration. Only continuously taking it in. This is a nice video to use to pause and reflect. Some inspiration I’ll take to heart 😊
Apples,roses,sunflowers,lovely food, thoughtful words and the awesome Sadia..can anything more be asked for in a video.. God bless you Sadia.you really brighten up my thoughts.
I had to make this my first comment on UA-cam but I swear your content is a blessing to all of us , exactly what I needed early in the morning! Love from Singapore ❤️
This is making so much sense. I probably just understand my dissatisfaction now, my consumption is way more than creation. Thank you so much for telling this to everybody!!
So true.
No wonder every time I got to watch so many inspiring UA-cam videos, I always end up feeling pressured and anxious because I'm not as good as them.
Now I decided to schedule my time on UA-cam, especially in the morning and dedicated my time to do something at night, whether it's exercise or writing my thoughts as I am more of a thinker so that I don't get overwhelmed by the feeling of needing to be as inspiring as those people I watched.
And I can assure you that it makes my life better.
Hi..I love the way you speak, your tone,it's peaceful..it's very rare to find video with youtubers speaking nice and at the right pace that attract listeners... thumbs up
I’ve been spending a lot of time consuming videos on UA-cam to get inspired nowadays. I feel like I need to start working on things that I’ve learned from these channels to make my days fulfilled. That’s why I am writing on comment section in English for the first time to convey my thanks to you (sort of creating). Thanks! :) - A subscriber from South Korea.
I'm so thankful for this video. Not only it made a great point, but also it made me understand myself a lot better. It's been a while since I haven't been reading much or watching a lot of things but instead cooking or hanging out with friends, and I felt kind of guilty for not learning as much. Now I truly understand what happened and I wanted to honestly thank you from the bottom of my heart. I love your videos so much ❤️
Hi Sadia
I don't know if it's just me but honestly this was the video I was desperately in need of cause I was seriously consuming more than I create, and I needed to realize it. This imbalance has kept me disturd for a long time and I couldn't figure out the cause.
Thank you was making videos that affect us all in a very positive manner. I always find them relatable and inspirational at the same time. And your calming voice makes it all the more good!
Greeshma ❤️
I loved the message in this video. I find myself struggling to just get through the day. I suffer from too many things to do and not enough time. I would love to take a step back and start writting again that would bring me peace :)
So thankful for people like you creating such healthy and NECESSARY content! I'm definitely guilty but it's worth it with videos like yours, keep up the good work!! x
Thank you Sadia you don't know how much your message arrives just right where it's needed. I think not by coincidence. ❤️
This is exactly what I needed to hear this. Thanks for your positive and authentic videos!
I usually never comment on UA-cam videos but I couldn't resist myself falling in love with your channel. Love you sweetheart for soothing my heart with your contains . Well done. You really deserve a big round of applause 👏👏🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏
My favorite season is fall because I cook a lot. It's when new England looks the best. It's the creative and inspiring season for me. I'm very excited to be back in this part of my ebb and flow life.
What a great concept! I've been consuming too much in the name of "helping me to create." This has so opened my eyes.