Watch this if you’re having an “off day”

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  • When I'm having an off day, here's what I do to turn things around.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 342

  • @TacticalToolbox
    @TacticalToolbox 2 роки тому +466

    I feel like I've been having an off day for the past 2 years

    • @EugenikusPro
      @EugenikusPro 2 роки тому +8

      Same… :)

    • @monitoo_fml
      @monitoo_fml 2 роки тому

      covid amirite

    • @EugenikusPro
      @EugenikusPro 2 роки тому

      @@monitoo_fml Well yeah, but then, isn't it the case that due to having more free time as a result of COVID, people should have instead been even more productive and stuff? :)

    • @monitoo_fml
      @monitoo_fml 2 роки тому +2

      @@EugenikusPro I also thought that for a long time, but judging by many people I know and mine's experiences it turns out the current situation has been affecting us, to the point where u can barely utilise all the time u have

    • @beskamir5977
      @beskamir5977 2 роки тому +2

      @@EugenikusPro I think a lack of socialization and being stuck in isolation/at home has gotten to a lot of people and drastically decreased their mental health and as a result their ability to be productive despite having more time.

  • @joshsankarlal
    @joshsankarlal 2 роки тому +482

    i was wondering what to do today because its been an "off-day" for a few days now. Perfect timing, Thomas. Thank youu

    • @bettermanchannel770
      @bettermanchannel770 2 роки тому

      Stoic regulation

    • @DjR3aper
      @DjR3aper 2 роки тому +2

      Dude. SAME

    • @MichaelHeil-qz3jj
      @MichaelHeil-qz3jj 2 роки тому

      Haha, you too man?

    • @yous._sef8224
      @yous._sef8224 2 роки тому

      Shame on those who had a good day, they couldn't watch this!!

    • @ginarydin7560
      @ginarydin7560 Рік тому

      I understand an off day, feeling incapable robs us oc much satisfaction. Sometimes we just have to stop and do our laundry and clean the car. We live in hard times. Please pray to Jehovah for help when you are down. He is the hearer of prayers. Thomas here has great ideas. Smart man!

  • @IsaacJoshi
    @IsaacJoshi 2 роки тому +250

    *"Life is much simpler when you stop explaining and comparing yourself to other people and just do what works for you."*
    *I beleive in you!*

  • @BenMarriott
    @BenMarriott 2 роки тому +227

    This video came at a perfect time.

    • @TonyStoodios
      @TonyStoodios 2 роки тому +8

      You coming to watch makes this perfect

    • @Corporis
      @Corporis 2 роки тому +4

      I bet Tony always names his layers.

    • @L.I.T.H.I.U.M
      @L.I.T.H.I.U.M 2 роки тому

      Videos about these topics are always relatable. I bet "this is why you are procrastinating" is a title we all relate with all the time.

  • @yana.rya_____
    @yana.rya_____ 2 роки тому +63

    Such a great lesson from your dad! Discipline isn't about having the motivation for action but rather doing the thing anyway.

    • @mgmorgan11
      @mgmorgan11 Місяць тому

      exactly. feel like it or not, remember the results you want.

  • @MinecraftGpie3
    @MinecraftGpie3 2 роки тому +40

    I believe it was the book “The Happiness Equation” by Neil Pasricha which stated, “it’s easier to act yourself into a new way of thinking than it is to think yourself into a new way of acting”
    Great video Thomas. Much needed!

  • @welovfree
    @welovfree 2 роки тому +60

    I swear to Allah this is what I wrote in today's journal:
    "Today I was feeling a horrible void inside me, I was a little bit depressed and hollow form the inside, I felt some strange sadness and loneliness it was one of the bad days of this month."
    So yes I had an "off day" today, I don't think this is a mere coincidence.

  • @RealMenRealStyle
    @RealMenRealStyle 2 роки тому +5

    Great video Thomas!

  • @RealJamieBarclay
    @RealJamieBarclay 2 роки тому +50

    Off days are inevitable. Instead of letting your emotions control your actions, have a set plan for whenever you "don't feel like it", if you have a set plan, like something actually written down on paper, you are much more likely to follow through and be consistent.

  • @maelucchino6339
    @maelucchino6339 2 роки тому +51

    Perfect timing! I just had an "off day" today, and I think the main reason why is because I have been having trouble selecting the next step forward in the thing I'm currently trying to learn, it's a very overwhelming topic in the unbelievably nebulous subject that is visual art. So I've felt totally scattered, dipping my toes into various things, and then ultimately being disappointed at the end of the day when not much has developed because I barely progressed even in the warming up stage for the things I was trying to attempt.
    But I feel like what needs to be addressed sometimes is not merely that you should select one or very few things to do, but *how* you choose to select what is the most important thing to do next. Also, it's okay to give yourself room to try out different things to see what's most important. Figuring things out, getting a bit lost in a sea of information it pretty normal, in my opinion, even if that ends up creating an "off day".

    • @livefree316
      @livefree316 Рік тому

      Jesus knows. He said in this world you will have trouble each day has enough trouble of its own. So don't worry about tomorrow.
      Now I have a question what do you think leads people from God why would one ignore Jesus Christ beautiful wise advice?
      Jesus Christ truly does address the issues of Life the day-to-day life having enemies or haters even within your own family.
      Jesus Christ can relate to every step you take why because it says..
      He was tempted in every way as us.
      There's not one thing you're going through have been through or going to go through that Jesus Christ cannot relate to which is why he said come you who are weary.
      Nobody could ever walk in Jesus Christ sandals but every step Jesus Christ took in those sandals was for you each and every step Jesus Christ was mindful of you every step he took going through opposition hatred mockery planning against his life and his final step to the Cross bloody beaten to where he wasn't even recognizable was for you.
      When Jesus Christ was on that cross bleeding to a pulp hands nailed to the cross feet nailed to the cross with the crown of thorns on his head as he was bleeding all over his face he still had love in his eyes his arms were stretched out is that he was there in pain it was like his arms were opening up to say this is how much I love you this is what I was willing to do for you.
      If you could just look into Jesus Christ's eyes you would see him saying I love you don't give up don't give up look to me just look to me.
      In that moment Jesus Christ endured God's wrath and punishment for sin upon himself in that moment Jesus Christ became sin of the world Jesus Christ was burying your sins your burdens your pains and the devils hatred against you.
      This is why it says looking unto Jesus the Arthur and finisher of our faith who for the joy set before him endured the cross sparing its shame knowing he was about to sit at the right hand of God.
      Jesus Christ in that moment was not looking at what was happening to him he was looking to God. Looking to the joy of victory for your soul for your soul to be redeemed for you to have a bright future for you to know there's more to life than this temporary world to know that you could have help in that moment in Jesus Christ had you on his mind whether you choose to believe him or not in that moment Jesus had the strength of God to say in the midst of those hating on him. FATHER FORGIVE THEM FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO.

    • @mgmorgan11
      @mgmorgan11 Місяць тому

      I used to get lost, overwhelmed and confused a lot but the more I could see what i wanted clearly, the less i dealt with this. All things just started falling in place. hope things got better for you🤗

  • @JamalAhmadMalik
    @JamalAhmadMalik 2 роки тому +28

    This is your “entire life feels like an off-day” ticket.

  • @angelinachiu2735
    @angelinachiu2735 2 роки тому +5

    Anyone else been around long enough to hear him tell this story before?:) always a good one

  • @monitoo_fml
    @monitoo_fml 2 роки тому +7

    ahhh such a great video! I especially loved the storytime about your dad's approach - really made me put my 'off' days into a different perspective!

  • @jadengriggs42
    @jadengriggs42 2 роки тому +11

    AAAHHH, THANK YOU, It’s been an “off day” today struggling with school and time management, but your completely right about the fact you have to set yourself up properly to do well. Thank you, this was perfect timing. Hope you well. :)

  • @LillianMasie
    @LillianMasie 2 роки тому +1

    Your dad is so wise! Needed this reminder that sometimes we just need to warm up, thank you for sharing.

  • @TheProductiveGeneralist
    @TheProductiveGeneralist 2 роки тому +1

    Wow... This felt refreshing, I'm glad you shared the story about the lesson your dad taught you... Feels honest and fresh...
    Thank you again

  • @erikklein1434
    @erikklein1434 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks for this video! These are great reminders and I can't wait to WARM-UP in my work tomorrow. I have definitely noticed my improved work (and mood) when I've given myself time to "warm-up" and get into the flow state before just tackling work. I will definitely be scheduling "warm-up" time into all of my deep work moving forward.

  • @fernandosalcido1015
    @fernandosalcido1015 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Thomas! Thank you for making this video and sharing it. I've been having a bit of an off-time in my life and have been down on myself/frustrated with the world about it. This seriously helped!!!

  • @jtkelley1873
    @jtkelley1873 2 роки тому +1

    Your videos are so good, engaging, high quality and motivational. Look forward to seeing them every time!

  • @chrslb
    @chrslb 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks this was one of the best ideas I've heard in a while. The idea of warming up for non physical activities is pure genius. I'm not sure what the best warm up might be but I'll try to figure that out.

  • @Carries_Self-Improvement
    @Carries_Self-Improvement 2 роки тому

    Your Dad is sure a smart man, I love the helpful examples you shared as well. Thank you for the great videos as always!

  • @justintzhhe
    @justintzhhe 2 роки тому

    Love this man. I enjoyed that this was a simple piece-to-cam, too. It made the message really personable and genuine

  • @jobbimaster
    @jobbimaster 2 роки тому +1

    You provide such insane value! May your work ethic and virtuous nature guide us for years to come!

  • @MatthewBoehret
    @MatthewBoehret 2 роки тому +1

    Your videos are almost always good, but then there are videos like this that are truly great. Fantastic content and reminders.

  • @utkarshkapil
    @utkarshkapil 2 роки тому +2

    This is something SO MANY of us needed, thank youu

  • @SmashBro7510
    @SmashBro7510 2 роки тому +1

    This story is so beautiful.
    Thank you for this Thomas :)

  • @shreyapatil1
    @shreyapatil1 2 роки тому +1

    Wow this guy is not only productive but also inspiring

  • @viveksuryavanshi6165
    @viveksuryavanshi6165 2 роки тому

    Thanks Thomas. Great content as always !!

  • @zatch5166
    @zatch5166 2 роки тому +2

    Mood follows action. I often DO NOT want to go run early morning, but I have NEVER regretted going out to do it.

  • @soufiane_krem
    @soufiane_krem 2 роки тому

    This was quite Helpful , Thanks Thomas!

  • @pho4741
    @pho4741 2 роки тому +1

    You're awesome! I feel like, these are things I try telling myself but never had been able to put it into words, and you executed that perfectly! This is the most perfect way of putting it into words and it's so helpful, definitely something I can comeback whenever I'm feeling off. Thank you so much!

  • @olisano1
    @olisano1 2 роки тому +1

    I love your new uploading schedule. Hope you keep it up, literally 3 videos in a week that's just phenomenal

  • @artisticgm4647
    @artisticgm4647 2 роки тому +1

    you have/ had a great dad Thomas! great to see that there's been some wise teachings he was able to pass onto you!

  • @Ali-ew9gv
    @Ali-ew9gv 2 роки тому

    Nice to see you upload more!

  • @SalomnA
    @SalomnA 2 роки тому

    Such a real video! LOVE IT

  • @lealoti
    @lealoti 2 роки тому

    Thank you! I have been struggling with my studying lately as I was at uni for the whole morning and then have to keep studying in the afternoon. I often felt tired and unfocused when I came home. This video came at the perfect time!

  • @FlagshipFighter
    @FlagshipFighter 2 роки тому

    Thank you Thomas I really needed to hear this rn

  • @bellabernadette6787
    @bellabernadette6787 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing this one!

  • @Skyscraper21
    @Skyscraper21 2 роки тому

    Superb advice. Thank you!

  • @milacirque
    @milacirque 2 роки тому +6

    I'm feeling this a lot ultimately. I just want to do the things right away, because I have so many uni's things to do. And it gives me anxiety and then I decide to have an off-day. But after this video, I've realized what I'm doing wrong. Thanks Tommy!

  • @usmclongrangebrainsurgeon
    @usmclongrangebrainsurgeon 2 роки тому +3

    The timing of this video is IRONIC. Thanks brother

  • @thomvantilburg7599
    @thomvantilburg7599 2 роки тому +4

    I was just talking about how I didn't feel too great today with a friend when I saw this pop up in my UA-cam feed. I think Thomas is spying on us all to provide the perfect motivation videos when needed.

  • @robxlove
    @robxlove 2 роки тому

    So motivational and love!

  • @mohdsaadshakil834
    @mohdsaadshakil834 2 роки тому +1

    Loving the regular uploads !

  • @user-zm4vq6cc3k
    @user-zm4vq6cc3k 2 роки тому

    An immensely helpful video! The thing with warming up nicely matches with my experience in this. Thank you, Thomas!

  • @IsaacJoshi
    @IsaacJoshi 2 роки тому +46

    *In case no one has told you today, Keep pushing through the heartache, self doubt & disappointment. When you feel lost, that’s the perfect opportunity to find a reroute. 🗺 There’s so much you’re meant to do in this lifetime, don’t give up on it. ✨*
    *You've got this :)*

  • @itsmehanis
    @itsmehanis 2 роки тому

    I REALLY loved your video! This opened my eyes about actions and what i actually feel. Keep that videos coming :)

  • @Fredymvega07
    @Fredymvega07 2 роки тому

    Thanks! One of the best videos i have watch this year.

  • @garywilson4579
    @garywilson4579 2 роки тому

    Thank you Thomas, I needed this. Made it part of my warm up! 👍

  • @adrianursacki7272
    @adrianursacki7272 2 роки тому

    I needed this video today!! Thank you , Thomas 😄

  • @tarekhafsi9998
    @tarekhafsi9998 2 роки тому

    WE NEEDED THIS ❤️

  • @barronness07
    @barronness07 2 роки тому +1

    thank you for this! I agree that warming up really helps easing into my tasks. Getting started on a complicated task does not have to start in outbursts. Getting started calmly can also happen :)

  • @RohanYesudian
    @RohanYesudian 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing opening to the video!

  • @Sleepy_Joe
    @Sleepy_Joe 2 роки тому +3

    I actually teared up a little when you told the story of your dad and getting you through your personal record

  • @mohammadabuqubu7079
    @mohammadabuqubu7079 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video, really helped me warm up :)

  • @RyanVentura604
    @RyanVentura604 2 роки тому

    This is extremely valuable. Thank you for making this!

  • @FinancialFreedomMadeSimple
    @FinancialFreedomMadeSimple 2 роки тому

    Great timing Thomas!

  • @altair123lol6
    @altair123lol6 2 роки тому

    Thanks man! Made my day!

  • @anitaelghandor7295
    @anitaelghandor7295 2 роки тому

    You had a magnificent dad,thanks for sharing😁

  • @EricJNunez
    @EricJNunez 2 роки тому

    Perfect timing for me and my current status! great video!

  • @zarategonzalezmariana7398
    @zarategonzalezmariana7398 2 роки тому

    Hola. Thomas has been making the videos I need since I started watching him in 2018. I'm really thankful

  • @connieclark1288
    @connieclark1288 2 роки тому

    Amazing information! Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @akhileshshetty581
    @akhileshshetty581 2 роки тому

    Love the new style.

  • @cassandramattos5784
    @cassandramattos5784 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Thomas! What you said resonated with me so that I thought about skipping my workout and then I didn't. Keep up the good work ☺

  • @AmericPet
    @AmericPet 2 роки тому

    This is my favourite of your videos. 😊 Thank you for this.

  • @sejalb725
    @sejalb725 2 роки тому

    Came at such a right time and so useful!!!

  • @parsashekarloo1559
    @parsashekarloo1559 2 роки тому

    Thank you I really needed this today❤️🙌🙏

  • @pranoymehra2150
    @pranoymehra2150 2 роки тому

    Loved this video🙌♥

  • @t.w.2821
    @t.w.2821 2 роки тому

    That was very helpful!

  • @SmoothMen.
    @SmoothMen. 2 роки тому

    Great Story At The Beginning Of Video! Awesome Content.

  • @araissaandrade
    @araissaandrade 2 місяці тому

    Everytime I'm having an off day (like today) I watch this video. Thank you, Thomas!

  • @Ellipsis115
    @Ellipsis115 Рік тому +1

    That is truly an anime level execution on that lesson taught by your dad - I guess I should listen too.

  • @dirod38
    @dirod38 2 роки тому

    I needed this today.

  • @TommyDeWitt
    @TommyDeWitt 2 роки тому

    loved this video! so good

  • @popularbusinessreview
    @popularbusinessreview 2 роки тому

    Love this! Warming up is so important. I use meditation and workout to get out of that funk.

  • @iliasherbalist
    @iliasherbalist 2 роки тому +3

    Apart from the fact that I was having an "off day" and this video really really helped me, I couldn't help myself laughing hard when you slipped in the snow at 3:15, because not only was it funny, but you got back up immediately and with a smile on your face. Thank you, Thomas!

  • @leggermentesara
    @leggermentesara 2 роки тому +1

    I remember this anecdote, you mentioned it somewhere
    Very inspiring

  • @aanyadaruka7
    @aanyadaruka7 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much, this video really really helped!!

  • @JD..........
    @JD.......... 2 роки тому

    Many thanks.
    Warmup before judgment!

  • @poligantefo2126
    @poligantefo2126 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video

  • @praticm2846
    @praticm2846 2 роки тому +1

    I was kinda sick today but I still completed 2 and a half hours of my online course and later got a headache but now watching this video feels like the perfect timing and this made me feel accomplished for the day

  • @henry7330
    @henry7330 2 роки тому

    This wasn't what i was expecting from the title. Great video/story man. Pretty amazing a moment like that can stick with you your whole life. And I'm only 3.5mins into the video!

  • @Gameboob
    @Gameboob 2 роки тому

    This warm up idea sounds so useful. Gonna try it out for getting into sales mode 👍

  • @user-pz2io7gh5l
    @user-pz2io7gh5l 2 роки тому

    I do not know how but thanks to you I found today the answer that I was looking for for a decade now 😭❤️ going to try it right now, thank you so much ❤️

  • @lutzruhmann7162
    @lutzruhmann7162 2 роки тому

    Good Tipp. I agree. Good insight. Thanks!

  • @richd-koi6974
    @richd-koi6974 2 роки тому +2

    You're so right mate. I schedule so much each day then sit there in the morning on my days off drinking coffee struggling to get going knowing that i will not achieve my list for the day. Brill vid. Rich uk 👍😊

  • @fifi18
    @fifi18 2 роки тому

    This was really helpful. Ill apply this irl. Thanks thomas!

  • @JoeCastellon
    @JoeCastellon 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this

  • @jer103
    @jer103 2 роки тому +1

    This also explains the placebo effect. The intention and energy you give something is what you get back from it.

  • @Stiggandr1
    @Stiggandr1 2 роки тому

    Ready to watch this one every day.

  • @benjaminolanderrasmussen3049
    @benjaminolanderrasmussen3049 2 роки тому

    I really needed this. Yesterday

  • @JustLukeMorgan
    @JustLukeMorgan Рік тому

    Really appreciate this video. I have off days, or at least what I assume are off days, only for them to become really productive and overall good days. I don't beat myself up too much, though.

  • @Growwithzeeel
    @Growwithzeeel 2 роки тому +1

    As you speak about not ticking off all the items on to do list and that we must gove ourselves time to warm up I remember reading this *“It’s not always that we need to do more but rather that we need to focus on less.”*

  • @ann29light
    @ann29light 2 роки тому

    i was about to put off writing an essay that's due soon because i felt like i was having an off day, so i decided to go on youtube, and this popped up. now i understand it's because i haven't warmed up yet, and i'm gonna give myself a chance to attempt it. thank you so much for this video, thomas!

  • @james95a14
    @james95a14 2 роки тому

    Motion creates emotion 👌🏼

  • @Mr_M_History
    @Mr_M_History 2 роки тому +5

    Thomas Frank. The channel we all want to be!

  • @timx5689
    @timx5689 Рік тому +1

    Thomas, come back. We need you!!!!

  • @ryannixon4138
    @ryannixon4138 2 роки тому

    I've been having an off week, so thank you for this!

  • @KevinThurman
    @KevinThurman 2 роки тому

    This is really good advice, I never saw Off Days from this angle before.
    "An Off Day may signal you have not warmed up enough
    1. Do not perform (turn off stats, editing, criticism)
    2. Give time to warm up"
    (where is your "Donate/Tip* button on your posts?)

  • @prashant_shewale.
    @prashant_shewale. 2 роки тому

    You are brilliant!!❤❤❤