At 66 years old, I've come to believe that contentment is my goal. Along the path of contentment, there will be moments of extreme sadness and moments of beautiful happiness.
Hi Lia, it is the unexpected that knocks the notion of "living my perfect life". I live alone in a first floor flat. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. My daughter is at Uni, she is around during holiday periods. Basically I am at least content. BUT, I have just smashed my ankle (long story) and am not allowed home until there is a package of care in place. It is totally impossible to navigate stairs when I can't weight bear on the broken ankle. I found myself saying "woe is me" (Oh how dreadful everything is) but in reality, I have people who care about me, I have somewhere to live, my animals are being cared for. Once my ankle is fixed I will be able to "get back to normal" I think it has shown me that life is good. A sort of stark reminder.
Mending something with my sewing machine would take less time than doing it by hand, but doing it by hand brings me such quiet, slow, contentment. It’s like sipping something instead of gulping it down.
From where I stand, it looks to me that you have a very nice life. I’m 68, and I too worry about finances and being able to have enough money to take another trip, before I kick the bucket 😉. But since I started volunteering at a soup kitchen 6 months ago, I see now that I have all I need to lead a contented life, if I chose to. Good health, not having to work a 9-5 job anymore, a cozy apartment, good books, my cat! But for some, it’s never enough, which is unfortunate. Thank you for your downtown-earth videos, and for you being you! Continued success with your excellent videos 😊
Hello Lia, nice to hear everything is ok for you in your life right now. It is a bless to be content and happy. Life can be a surprise sometimes. So treasure the good things in life right now is wonderful.
Lia, I’m curious why you, as a Swiss person, chose to live in Germany? If you’ve already spoken about this, can you point me where to hear about it? Thanks so much!
I think I talked about it in a video called "my minimalism journey" you can search for it on my channel. But the short answer is: my partner is German, living costs are lower here and back then it made more sense because of the degrees we wanted to get 😊
We visited Switzerland for the first (I’m sure of many many visits) time recently, and we just fell in love. Prices weren’t so much higher than where we live, but the quality of life seemed much higher. Although my German friend insists Germany has everything Switzerland has. 🤣 Thanks so much for your reply, Lia!
I don't think I have felt jealous about anything in a very long time. And while a break up can technically always happen I am not worried. And even if we were to separate, of course I would be sad first but I could absolutely be happy again because him being a big part of my life now doesn't mean my life is not also complete without a romantic relationship.
At 66 years old, I've come to believe that contentment is my goal. Along the path of contentment, there will be moments of extreme sadness and moments of beautiful happiness.
Hi Lia, it is the unexpected that knocks the notion of "living my perfect life". I live alone in a first floor flat. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. My daughter is at Uni, she is around during holiday periods. Basically I am at least content. BUT, I have just smashed my ankle (long story) and am not allowed home until there is a package of care in place. It is totally impossible to navigate stairs when I can't weight bear on the broken ankle. I found myself saying "woe is me" (Oh how dreadful everything is) but in reality, I have people who care about me, I have somewhere to live, my animals are being cared for. Once my ankle is fixed I will be able to "get back to normal" I think it has shown me that life is good. A sort of stark reminder.
Mending something with my sewing machine would take less time than doing it by hand, but doing it by hand brings me such quiet, slow, contentment. It’s like sipping something instead of gulping it down.
From where I stand, it looks to me that you have a very nice life. I’m 68, and I too worry about finances and being able to have enough money to take another trip, before I kick the bucket 😉. But since I started volunteering at a soup kitchen 6 months ago, I see now that I have all I need to lead a contented life, if I chose to. Good health, not having to work a 9-5 job anymore, a cozy apartment, good books, my cat! But for some, it’s never enough, which is unfortunate. Thank you for your downtown-earth videos, and for you being you! Continued success with your excellent videos 😊
Hello Lia, nice to hear everything is ok for you in your life right now. It is a bless to be content and happy. Life can be a surprise sometimes. So treasure the good things in life right now is wonderful.
I found this very interesting and helpful. Thank you for sharing 🧡🙂
Great insight!🙏❤️
I needed this today ❤
Lia, I’m curious why you, as a Swiss person, chose to live in Germany? If you’ve already spoken about this, can you point me where to hear about it? Thanks so much!
I think I talked about it in a video called "my minimalism journey" you can search for it on my channel. But the short answer is: my partner is German, living costs are lower here and back then it made more sense because of the degrees we wanted to get 😊
We visited Switzerland for the first (I’m sure of many many visits) time recently, and we just fell in love. Prices weren’t so much higher than where we live, but the quality of life seemed much higher. Although my German friend insists Germany has everything Switzerland has. 🤣 Thanks so much for your reply, Lia!
Lovely views!
To feel worry-less is impossible, except for millionnaires because who knows how life is gonna be tomorrow?
What if your partner left you, wold you still be able to feel happy? Do you ever feel jealous or worried that this may happen?
I don't think I have felt jealous about anything in a very long time. And while a break up can technically always happen I am not worried.
And even if we were to separate, of course I would be sad first but I could absolutely be happy again because him being a big part of my life now doesn't mean my life is not also complete without a romantic relationship.
Thank you. And I love your channel, you're an awesome girl@@ecofriendlia
Hi Lia
Ich kann dir das Buch sorge dich nicht -lebe empfehlen😊 hat mir sehr geholfen. Und journaling hilft auch allgemein für mentale Gesundheit 👍
Hi Lia, I sent you a text and an email looking for a minimalism once off coaching session 😊
Yes, sorry I haven't gotten back to you! I will tomorrow! And we'll definitely find a way and make it happen!
Only Jesus can fully complete you, He is the missing piece