@@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? :)
@@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
@@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.
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!
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!
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.
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".
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.
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🤗
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.
*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 :)*
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. :)
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!
Extraordinary person reading this, you are not define by your circumstance or your past. It’s not what happened to you that determines your success in life; it is how you deal with those circumstances that determines your success in life! You are strong, you are capable and practice forgiveness (Forgiveness is for you) and gratitude everyday. This will change the course of your life forever! Love you always and I believe in you wholeheartedly ✨❤️ - Nat
*To all the dreamers out there, don't ever let the world's negativity disenchant you or your spirit. If you surround yourself with love and right people, ANYTHING is possible.* 🙏🖤
Great video! Very well articulated and the motion graphic is great. I had an off day today. Heavy rain - didn’t want to go to Kung Fu class. Learned a new technique.
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.
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.
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.
Perhaps it is true that “motivation comes by doing” the two way road you mentioned. That’s for the video Frank, I’ll keep it in mind: 1. Don’t perform when warming up 2. Give yourself time. Cheers
Today I missed my class for the second time because I overslept. I've felt so bad about myself that I've stayed in bed. I more or less just made it an "off day." What you're saying is true. I know I need to get my day started (even though it's 4pm) but it's honestly so hard.
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!
I have this thing called free thinking free writing where I will write two pages of just semi personal fluff Then I will start working on my actual schedule materials. I also listen to records sometimes it’s Michael Oldfield tubular bells or Dream Theatre 🎭 but you need to flip that internal switch
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 👍😊
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!!!
i had two offdays in a row and then a crazy busy day. After that I have lost my edge and stopped. I wrote nothing for almost two weeks. I'll start writing after breakfast and when the next offday comes I will watch this video again. It goes straight into my watch again list.
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
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.
Thanks! It's from Barbell Apparel - I think I'm wearing a Stealth in this video which sells out all the time and is currently out of stock. They just came out with this new type of hoodie that is in stock - barbellapparel.com/collections/hoodies/products/recover-hoodie-in-black - I bought three and love them, but it's significantly thinner than the stealth so not quite as warm (though the stealth isn't as warm as a normal cotton hoodie). Basically their long-sleeve henley with a hood. The Stealth should come back in stock in the future, just gotta wait a bit. Hope that helps!
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!
I just watched your How to figure out what to do with your life, I already know what I want to do but I doubt whether it is right for me cause it ticks most boxes but not all. I wanted to go into aviation, I have always had this desire to not be in a 9-5 job where I sit there for about 60% of my life at a table and do the same thing over and over again. So this suited me nicely, I also want good work life balance and want be experiencing and doing different things in my job. But on the other hand I want to do a job that tests my brain. That I am always problem solving or creating solutions for and creating and innovating. But I always shut myself off with I might not be smart enough (negative thoughts) or I just want to be chill and relax during my life (this is true). I get told a lot that I am a very good adapter I easily learn things and I am teachable. I also get told that I have a different way of thinking by others. What do you think? Can you assist me in this journey?
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.”*
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 :)
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?)
Thomas, I enjoy your channel. Your so helpful in many practical ways. I feel you might help me w something. I have attended many colleges throughout the years. My love of architecture and construction. I always wanted to be a practicing architect. Thankfully I worked in my field while raising my three sons 27-31. I would love to finish getting my degree. Is it possible?
today when I was doing maths, I was thinking that I wasn't doing enough. When I got tired, I counted total number of questions I did, and I did 71 questions without realizing!!!!!!!!!!!. I guess we just have to focus on the work in hand rather than expectation of a predicted outcome
Showed my teacher my project he politely tells me my project isn't working and I need to start from the group up. I'm screaming internally because it's it's Monday and the project is due this weekend. Yes. I'd say I'm having an off day.
There are some days where I crush it and accomplish literally everything I aim for. And life is sweet for a time. But then there are other days where I wake up, smoke a phat bowl of green and do absolutely nothing productive. I really suffer after those days (if not immediately, then eventually). I'm working on making perfect days the norm. It takes time.
1. Stop trying to perform during your warm up (prepare, get into flow, don't edit or challenge because that's not the point). 2. Give yourself time to warm up. (Schedule less, make time for getting into a flow state so you can properly perform at the real task)
Hmm, interestingly some fitness practitioners also use the warm-up as a litmus test. So, apparently some people on their super off day, headache, feeling sick and tired would still go to the gym and 'warm-up' with an increasing intensity. If during the warm-up they still feel off, they would either do a recovery session (i guess in terms of productivity would be cutting work amount and duration in half) or straight up take an off day.
Thank you for making this fantastic video. Have you ever heard of the C Wilson Meloncelli Channel? He's been presenting some highlights of flow state hacks. Come take a look!
Today I sadly had an off-day. I only needed to study for around an hour and a half but only did around 10 minutes. I couldn't get out of bed. I've been studying every day for an hour at least with around 7 hour school days. Don't know if i'm burnt out or just not giving it my all. :(
I loved the vidoe thanks. I couldnt help but notice that you were balding but now your hair looks great. Can you let me know what you did? My husband is only 33 but he is losing his hair rapidly...
The difference between losers and winners, is that winners show up even on their worst days. I forgot the exact quote of James Clear but this is basically what I read.
Well, I had a great workout this morning, ate healthy all the way up to lunch. After two hours I simply saw some little debbies and went for one. Well now I just ate a bunch of little debbies and had a little debbie meltdown... i dont think there's a way to undo that. :( but hopefully I'll live another day to try and do better!
* "Motivation comes after you start it not before." I really don't remember who said that but I have it on my "wall of post-it" and it really moves me.
I get the message in this and I guess it can be very helpful, but I would be a bit careful. Because this attitude can also lead into a lot of pressure and stress when you have the feeling that even if you‘re not feeling it or feeling bad you HAVE to do something. For me I learned instead to listen to my inner voice, because on these days in 9 of 10 cases there is nothing good coming out of pressureing me. But that’s only my opinion
Great advice! Mind over matter and matter over mind. You can't control the mind with the mind or the body with the body. Use one to get the other one going.
I feel like I've been having an off day for the past 2 years
Same… :)
covid amirite
@@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? :)
@@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
@@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.
i was wondering what to do today because its been an "off-day" for a few days now. Perfect timing, Thomas. Thank youu
Stoic regulation
Dude. SAME
Haha, you too man?
Shame on those who had a good day, they couldn't watch this!!
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!
This video came at a perfect time.
You coming to watch makes this perfect
I bet Tony always names his layers.
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.
*"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!*
Such a great lesson from your dad! Discipline isn't about having the motivation for action but rather doing the thing anyway.
exactly. feel like it or not, remember the results you want.
This is your “entire life feels like an off-day” ticket.
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!
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.
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".
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.
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🤗
Great video Thomas!
Me to my brain : Lets follow this advice.Its a cool video
My ADHD brain : yeahhhhhh. No. Lets stare at the wall instead.
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.
*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 :)*
Anyone else been around long enough to hear him tell this story before?:) always a good one
*Procrastination is like a credit card, it's a lot of fun until you get the bill.*
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. :)
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!
If you’re having an off day today, just be grateful that you didn’t have explosive diarrhea in a department store. Like one of us did.
Thomas Frank. The channel we all want to be!
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!
Everyday is an off-day.
Extraordinary person reading this, you are not define by your circumstance or your past. It’s not what happened to you that determines your success in life; it is how you deal with those circumstances that determines your success in life! You are strong, you are capable and practice forgiveness (Forgiveness is for you) and gratitude everyday. This will change the course of your life forever! Love you always and I believe in you wholeheartedly ✨❤️ - Nat
*To all the dreamers out there, don't ever let the world's negativity disenchant you or your spirit. If you surround yourself with love and right people, ANYTHING is possible.* 🙏🖤
The timing of this video is IRONIC. Thanks brother
Great video! Very well articulated and the motion graphic is great.
I had an off day today. Heavy rain - didn’t want to go to Kung Fu class.
Learned a new technique.
teach me bro... I'll randomly pick a fight with a stranger and try out the new technique on him
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.
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.
I’m always having an off-day
For some reason I was kinda expecting at the end of this video for Thomas to say "But I'm not your Dad.."
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.
Perhaps it is true that “motivation comes by doing” the two way road you mentioned. That’s for the video Frank, I’ll keep it in mind: 1. Don’t perform when warming up 2. Give yourself time. Cheers
Today I missed my class for the second time because I overslept. I've felt so bad about myself that I've stayed in bed. I more or less just made it an "off day." What you're saying is true. I know I need to get my day started (even though it's 4pm) but it's honestly so hard.
"off day"
Mate I've been having off life since the last two years
Mood follows action. I often DO NOT want to go run early morning, but I have NEVER regretted going out to do it.
lmao i did 😂
This is something SO MANY of us needed, thank youu
That is truly an anime level execution on that lesson taught by your dad - I guess I should listen too.
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!
Thanks for hiring Christian Eriksen at Brentford!😄
I swear these videos are targeted at me personally.
It's creepy at this point.
I have this thing called free thinking free writing where I will write two pages of just semi personal fluff
Then I will start working on my actual schedule materials. I also listen to records sometimes it’s Michael Oldfield tubular bells or Dream Theatre 🎭 but you need to flip that internal switch
I actually teared up a little when you told the story of your dad and getting you through your personal record
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 👍😊
You sound very dad-wise and yet, you are not my Dad.
Thomas, come back. We need you!!!!
Your dad is so wise! Needed this reminder that sometimes we just need to warm up, thank you for sharing.
Well, the title should be how to have an on-day
This also explains the placebo effect. The intention and energy you give something is what you get back from it.
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!!!
Must be nice to actually have a dad
Wow this guy is not only productive but also inspiring
Amazing opening to the video!
i had two offdays in a row and then a crazy busy day. After that I have lost my edge and stopped. I wrote nothing for almost two weeks. I'll start writing after breakfast and when the next offday comes I will watch this video again. It goes straight into my watch again list.
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
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
Your videos are so good, engaging, high quality and motivational. Look forward to seeing them every time!
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.
What i understan of this vid
Your videos are almost always good, but then there are videos like this that are truly great. Fantastic content and reminders.
I love your grey hooded top. It looks light and perfect for spring/fall. Can you tell me the type, brand, etc?
Thanks! It's from Barbell Apparel - I think I'm wearing a Stealth in this video which sells out all the time and is currently out of stock. They just came out with this new type of hoodie that is in stock - barbellapparel.com/collections/hoodies/products/recover-hoodie-in-black - I bought three and love them, but it's significantly thinner than the stealth so not quite as warm (though the stealth isn't as warm as a normal cotton hoodie). Basically their long-sleeve henley with a hood. The Stealth should come back in stock in the future, just gotta wait a bit.
Hope that helps!
No such thing as a off day, No day will be one hundred per cent perfect anyhow. Small changes can be good even on a so called off day.
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!
I just watched your How to figure out what to do with your life, I already know what I want to do but I doubt whether it is right for me cause it ticks most boxes but not all. I wanted to go into aviation, I have always had this desire to not be in a 9-5 job where I sit there for about 60% of my life at a table and do the same thing over and over again. So this suited me nicely, I also want good work life balance and want be experiencing and doing different things in my job. But on the other hand I want to do a job that tests my brain. That I am always problem solving or creating solutions for and creating and innovating. But I always shut myself off with I might not be smart enough (negative thoughts) or I just want to be chill and relax during my life (this is true). I get told a lot that I am a very good adapter I easily learn things and I am teachable. I also get told that I have a different way of thinking by others. What do you think? Can you assist me in this journey?
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.”*
I love your new uploading schedule. Hope you keep it up, literally 3 videos in a week that's just phenomenal
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 :)
on't let what
you cannot do
interfere with
what you can do.
Their is one thing you can do you know 👀👀
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 ☺
1. Stop trying to perform during the warmup.
2. Give yourself time to warm up. Schedule less during the day.
You provide such insane value! May your work ethic and virtuous nature guide us for years to come!
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?)
Lol I told my dad I was bored, next thing I knew I was pulling weeds outside 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
Children should NOT lift weights. Earliest they should start is 16. Just saying.
Thomas, I enjoy your channel. Your so helpful in many practical ways.
I feel you might help me w something. I have attended many colleges throughout the years. My love of architecture and construction. I always wanted to be a practicing architect. Thankfully I worked in my field while raising my three sons 27-31. I would love to finish getting my degree. Is it possible?
today when I was doing maths, I was thinking that I wasn't doing enough. When I got tired, I counted total number of questions I did, and I did 71 questions without realizing!!!!!!!!!!!. I guess we just have to focus on the work in hand rather than expectation of a predicted outcome
Showed my teacher my project he politely tells me my project isn't working and I need to start from the group up. I'm screaming internally because it's it's Monday and the project is due this weekend. Yes. I'd say I'm having an off day.
Everytime I'm having an off day (like today) I watch this video. Thank you, Thomas!
you have/ had a great dad Thomas! great to see that there's been some wise teachings he was able to pass onto you!
Push your body to the limit, I believe fatigue and failure is MOSTLY necessary rather than how people only do just warmup set and walk out
There are some days where I crush it and accomplish literally everything I aim for. And life is sweet for a time. But then there are other days where I wake up, smoke a phat bowl of green and do absolutely nothing productive. I really suffer after those days (if not immediately, then eventually). I'm working on making perfect days the norm. It takes time.
1. Stop trying to perform during your warm up (prepare, get into flow, don't edit or challenge because that's not the point).
2. Give yourself time to warm up. (Schedule less, make time for getting into a flow state so you can properly perform at the real task)
Hmm, interestingly some fitness practitioners also use the warm-up as a litmus test. So, apparently some people on their super off day, headache, feeling sick and tired would still go to the gym and 'warm-up' with an increasing intensity. If during the warm-up they still feel off, they would either do a recovery session (i guess in terms of productivity would be cutting work amount and duration in half) or straight up take an off day.
I actually used to do this "warm up" before starting my writing of my thesis. So yeah, based on my experience , it works!.
Thank you for making this fantastic video. Have you ever heard of the C Wilson Meloncelli Channel? He's been presenting some highlights of flow state hacks. Come take a look!
That was a great lesson 😜
Today I sadly had an off-day. I only needed to study for around an hour and a half but only did around 10 minutes. I couldn't get out of bed. I've been studying every day for an hour at least with around 7 hour school days. Don't know if i'm burnt out or just not giving it my all. :(
I loved the vidoe thanks.
I couldnt help but notice that you were balding but now your hair looks great.
Can you let me know what you did? My husband is only 33 but he is losing his hair rapidly...
Yesterday I botched 80KG in the bench press.
Today YT recomends me this video.
This is why I pay Internet 🤣
The difference between losers and winners, is that winners show up even on their worst days. I forgot the exact quote of James Clear but this is basically what I read.
Well, I had a great workout this morning, ate healthy all the way up to lunch. After two hours I simply saw some little debbies and went for one. Well now I just ate a bunch of little debbies and had a little debbie meltdown... i dont think there's a way to undo that. :( but hopefully I'll live another day to try and do better!
* "Motivation comes after you start it not before." I really don't remember who said that but I have it on my "wall of post-it" and it really moves me.
Thomas should do a TedTalk! He’s so good at breaking down information and speaking. So inspiring!
tom how tf did you hit 135 on the bench when you were 12?!?!?!? pls😭😭😭
David Goggins would be proud. His entire career was build off this concept!
I get the message in this and I guess it can be very helpful, but I would be a bit careful. Because this attitude can also lead into a lot of pressure and stress when you have the feeling that even if you‘re not feeling it or feeling bad you HAVE to do something. For me I learned instead to listen to my inner voice, because on these days in 9 of 10 cases there is nothing good coming out of pressureing me. But that’s only my opinion
get high on drugs and you'll never have an off day. I'm talking about serious drugs here. Weed, lsd, acid, the good stuff.
Great advice! Mind over matter and matter over mind. You can't control the mind with the mind or the body with the body. Use one to get the other one going.
how come I watch your viedos and read books about diapline like atomic habits and I feel like god slapped me in the faace
Don't let your feelings dictate your actions but your actions lead your feelings
I remember this anecdote, you mentioned it somewhere
Very inspiring
the day since I watched this video, there have been no off days in my life xD. Thanks mate been watching u for 4 years. This one was the best