My Grandfather once said... if you can look at your current life and compare it to the year before, and things now are better, you're doing great! Good video!
Grandpa also said: "When you help someone and they thank you, or offer to repay you, tell them to 'pay it forward' and help others in need. That way the kindness spreads and makes your part of the world a little better." 😊
Truth.we need more like him and after him.Those virtues are taken for granted and its hard to find honest people.we always verify what we hear because we can't trust 100%.
I need this. How to build Self-discipline: 1. Confidence. 2. Goals to improve yourself. 3. Work hard. Accept the struggle. Which builds character. 4. Life is not fair, so don't give up.
You don't know what confidence actually is. If you're a looser your confident in being a looser. Confidence means you are aware of your value. You can only be confident in being strong Basen on former archievememts
Having parents and grandparents who grew up in Communist Yugoslavia, I grew up with the mindset of blaming other things and other people for my failures. It's key to search where you yourself did something wrong and fix it, my life greatly improved after realizing it. Great videos, I always drop what I'm doing to tune in.
"ACCEPT THE STRUGGLE" --Wisest words ever spoken about self-discipline. A lot of people think self-disciplined people enjoy torturing themselves for higher gain. They don't enjoy it more than you, they just know that it will be worth it and they have their mind set on the end goal. They accept that it is a struggle, and breaking through or overcoming that struggle is the payoff. Undisciplined people can't accept the struggle. To them struggle = failure, and they quit before they even get the payoff because they don't want to struggle at something. And so, they struggle with regret, being unsatisfied, unhappy, and fantasizing about what they want in life instead of getting it, and possibly cheating or stealing to get it. Kinda backwards if you think about it.
I do it the opposite way. I prefer to work at night as my energy is higher and I like the solitude. I've never been able to train myself to rise early, my natural rhythm just doesn't go that way.
Some people are wired to be more creative and productive in the witching hours. It’s so much easier to focus with the rest of the world asleep. There is no static of cares and dogs and bill collectors or appointments. Think about it, even during the time of cavemen , someone had to be wired to be nocturnal to protect the cave from sabertooth tigers while everyone else was asleep.
Very inspiring. I always have plenty of goals but I’ve always lacked confidence. That has been one of the major obstacles in my life. You channel is great, thank you for this video 🙏🏻✨🌲
You can start with your collection of virtues and values. Build strength by studying/applying action according to a moral code. Good leaders have code. Kindness, charity, helping others is high worth. We are what we do. Listening is highly underrated. Keeping a journal is good. Taking time for your mental, physical and emotional health. Cut out toxic people and influence and distractions. Downsize life if necessary. Set small goals. Work strong sleep well. Realize that we are all in same condition. And people need your inspiration too. Holy cow keep smiling.
Let's not forget we music folks!!!! I think music is just as competitive as sports. I have done both. Your getting up early reminded me of the quote: "early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise!!!!" Lol.... Have a great Sunday my friend!!! God bless 🙏💯🙏
Stay strong friend. I also have chronic intense pain in the form of random intense burning hives. It doesn’t get easier, but we can become stronger. Have faith.
I never got this from my dad, and now as a dad, I’d love to say I’ve broken that, and I am better than my dad at communication, but not as perfect as I’d like
Yes, some people think that to succeed and discipline is just winning all battles. There will always be someone better than us. I believe that intelligence is to choose carefully all the battles of life.
When I ran track a few centuries ago my coach gave me some advice. I boiled it down into three rules for success. 1)You will fail. You can't win every time. DON'T QUIT! 2) You will have to do alot of things over and over to the point of exhaustion and boredom. DON'T QUIT! 3) Distractions will appear as will obstacles. Stay focused on the goals and... DON'T QUIT!
That is actually sad af man.. although this aged Norwegian guy is cool and has quality, I'd say my Englishman dad was X10 better than him. No offence intended, I just looked up to my dad so much, he was older and very wise, died when I was 18 at age 77 from cancer. To put into context he was like Gandalf.. Without the beard and hair, I will never, ever think that anyone is better than him, Gandalf comes close though 🙄😄
@ that's because those sociopaths, and psychopaths view us as objects to manipulate and move around. They dont even view us as human. And they derive joy from people's pain.
The one area MOST people lack self-discipline is with their diet. A bad diet will screw up everything, even ironically your ability to be self-disciplined.
True, ever since I quit added sugar (basically everything except for veggies, some fruits and meat) I have so much more energy, it's crazy. I keep telling people to try quitting but this stuff has many people locked in the up/down loop, so they can't get anything done, let alone get excited about anything. Literally everything in my life is better now.
I'll share this here. I have tried boxing amateur competitively, at the age of 22 and I wasn't very good at at it. I lost all of my bouts. I found that people generally were more inclined to make fun of me for my poor record than give me some credit for the fact that I tried competing in a very hard sport. A sport which these people who would make fun of me themselves would never attempt. Then 22 years later at the age of 44 I decided to have another attempt at the sport of amateur boxing and my only goal was to get just one win. But I didn't want the first win on my record to be against an inexperienced competitor who was having his first bout aged in his 40s because what sense of satisfaction would there be in that? I asked to be matched against a more experienced opponent as long as I didn't give away too much weight, because my belief is size does matter. There is also no shame in losing to a more experienced opponent. My first boxing bout in 22 years was against a more experienced opponent and I lost. But my second opponent in 22 years was also more experienced. But I was too determined to lose that bout. I was out of bed at 5am every morning and jogging and sprinting. I was 100% focused in my preparation for that bout . I won that bout on points, not because I was a more talented boxer than my opponent, but because I was way too fit for him. I didn't stop throwing punches from the start of each round to the end of each round.
At least you stepped into the arena, many people never do. Remember that tom cruise movie GATACA??? He is swimming in the ocean against his perfect, genetically engineered brother and wins. When asked how he won, his answer was "I didn't save anything for the trip home".
Bjorn's demeanor and the calming way he talks make him a joy to listen to. On top of that what he says makes a lot of sense and he is full of good advice.
Say the rosary every night even when you don't feel like it and contemplate the mysteries. Be grateful, if you cant be happy for what you have , be happy for what you escaped.
I use Mr. Bjorn's content as a part of homeschooling for my grandson. He has no Father and my husband passed away when he was only 10 months old, so it has the same affect for him as you just described for yourself... Like having a mentor 🙂
@@SweeetAdeline its good to utilise every good opportunity to teach our children and grandchildren who i noted start telling lies very early.They deny obvious things. Thats the role of a grandmother. Bless.
@@justinamusyoka4986 Thank you.. You are correct, lying in early childhood seems to be the norm. Psychologically, they claim it reflects an important milestone in cognitive development. But I feel it is needed to be corrected so it does not become a habit. Bless in return
I AM A 65 YR OLD Woman, HAVE A WALKER , And DEADLY CANCER. My thoughts about achieving your goals , are when you desire to do something , no matter what it is. FINNISH , what you start! Never leave , what you can do tomorrow, as tomorrow may never come..Also be kind and helpful to not just your neighbor, but put that thought into ALL people. Last.. Trust NO ONE, but your, HEAVENLY FATHER, and maybe yourself!
@@Bobsbud100 Chocolate and alcohol here! I have had periods of great self discipline in my life, just needed a little reminder to get back into the habit hopefully. Set the alarm for 5.30. Good luck chaps.
BJORN...MY STRONG VIKING LEADER...YOUR ADVICE IS VERY MUCH NEEDED IN TODAYS WORLD.. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR INSIGHT.. IT IS VERY UPLIFTING...MY FRIEND..STAY STRONG..BTW..I LIVE ALONG THE. APPALACHAIN TRAIL..TAKE CARE TILL NEXT POST..
Self control, like common sense a very rare thing indeed! If we all had self control and common sense what a different place the world would be. Wish our leaders had your attitude to life but it is not PC enough for them. As a naturalised Australian, born in England I regret to see the British " stiff upper lip" vanishing. Upbringing too helps self control. As a child in England in the early 1940s if I got upset about something petty my parents would say "put some iron in your backbone" Probably the best advice possible, especially during wartime. As an old man the state of the world causes me sorrow. Anyhow Bjorn keep up your good work! All the best, stay safe and well. ATB.
I've found the study of Steps To Knowledge - a daily practice with 365 steps - really helpful in focusing my mind and establishing discipline. Its mind training for people looking for purpose in life.
I now have a goal: Survival. I work 7 days a week to garden and stockpile food and wood for heat next Winter. My determination and emerging garden gives me Confidence.
you made me realise ive never really had a goal, nothing to work towards, this nows seems so blatantly obvious but i have been drifting though life my whole life and i hope to use this to head in a direction that brings me happiness. thankyou.
@@BestLife101 yes exactly...please don't be the typo 👮. ..not attractive. ...btw do u know that intelligent ppl can understand totaly misspelled sentences as long as the 1st and last letters are correct in the words...some of us are half blind, tired or just have fat fingers
Excellent video especially because people are left struggling and doubting themselves because this lockdown has destroyed businesses, careers and income that was put away for a rainy day. The rainy day turned into a major prolonged storm.
So true. I needed this reminder. I've blamed the loss of a well paid job (that was stressing me to hell) then the low wages of my current job, along with my divorce for my financial worries and daily struggles with low moods. I's only me who has the ability to better myself, and accept the struggle. Perfect timing for me. Thank you
Tack snälla för denna video! Jag har mått dåligt väldigt länge och jag känner att jag förstår bättre när jag har sett dig prata. Tack så mycket Björn och skål! Mvh Erik
Bjorn I feel like you have become my friend from across the pond. My modern Viking friend! Your words have made a difference in my life and I’m sure many others! We are in for a greater fight than the world has ever seen. It’s good to be fighting this battle together! This war will require more than just physical skills! We will need to stay alert and with goals we will stay consciencely alert! Look forward to your videos and your words!
For years I fell into the Christian trap of praying that God would take all my troubles away. I realized I was a fool and started praying that God would give me the fight, the strength to fight and overcome every obstacle. My life is better, my relationship with God is better, and I'm a better man for embracing the struggle. Thanks for the, as always, wise words sir.
Yours is a voice of reason born of experience and cultivated thinking. It’s also a relaxing voice, easy to understand and learn from. Thank you for all you do
I love your philosophy. It is very similar to my late father's. I owe it to him that I never give up. My son has learned this from me, his Mum. He took up powerlifting a couple of years ago. He knows that the path of least resistance - both in the literal sense and the metaphorically - does not lead to achievement and self-worth. His girlfriend powerlift trains with him. My fiancee passed away 2 and a half years ago and I have been dwelling on that too much recently (lock down life 🤔) , so I needed your good advice today that life is a daily test, it is how each of us manages that struggle which enables us to carry on achieving and growing. My usual ethos is 'Get up and show up'. It is for this reason I set out on hill and mountain hikes, often alone and a bit scared. But I know it will build character and it's a good example to my son. We all need some encouragement from time to time. Thank you for being my mentor today. Onwards and upwards!
How refreshing to hear someone talk about self discipline and the reality that life is not "fair". Thank you so much for your words and for your attitude, Bjorn. Keep well and be safe!
Your title inspired me to watch! I have and do constantly battle with personal self discipline! I wasn’t guided as a boy and it has damaged me as a man, even at 47:(.
Thank you for such wise words. I have been very lucky, and have skills, gifts really, which inspire me. Once I begin a project, I can hardly stop until it is done, like learning a tune on an instrument, and I play about 4, or taking on a young or difficult horse, I stay at it until it is done. I do love a challenge. Did a bit of cross-country skiing, every morning and evening to work, in Perisher Valley where I was a lift operator, had to set off before the lifts opened. Then I'd change to my downhills and "ski my butt off" in my breaks. Getting back in the evening was downhill on cross-country skis, always an adventure. I do look forward to your videos Bjorn, love the channel.
I'm a recent subscriber. I find that I share most of your philosophy. You DO have a lot of self discipline. It's true that even tiny goals help. As you say they are at least a step forwards. Thank you for being an inspiration to so many!
Hello bjorn I am a new subscriber I am a 41 year old Scotsmen living i England. I love your posts because you are very diplomatic in the sense you are not trying to persuade a person's views but educate on the reality of what goes on in this crazy world I have lost faith in the way the world work as a matter of greed or control. I would love to live in a community that is self sufficient as I tey to do as much as I can for myself or family but am so trapped by the restrictions of the order of thing's. Like you say I am ranting but fully understand your thoughts and gey ridiculed because of these but no one that feels they are safe wants to nl better. I very much like your honesty and non force opinions. Continuing to support brother hope you and family best of wishes
I have found not only embrace the challenges but be thankful and grateful for them. We seem to thrive on healthy stress and when you decide to be thankful has helped me in my journey. This my dear fellow citizens is a wonderous and amazing universe, challenging yes, exciting always. Understanding you are in charge of the interface with it will set you free.
Your videos are wonderful , please keep going. I'm from South Africa and lived out in the bush for many years. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and time out in nature.
Thank you for speaking to to recent generations on the practice of embracing and employing fortitude. Courage and determination in the face of adversity built this civilization, and to live in a lesser manner is a disservice to yourself and those close to you.
Thank you for this video. I have been a bit depressed lately as I have been unable to do the swimming daily I began doing this spring when our pool opened. I have discovered that I am allergic to the chlorine in the pool and have been having kidney trouble because of it. I have a old ankle injury so walking is painful. Every morning I was doing my exercises at the pool at 7 am which was giving my days in lock-down more structure and consistency. Exercise has also helped me be more focused and achieve more each day. Therefore I have looked up ankle strengthening exercises on You Tube, to add to the exercise routine I am already doing in my living room. Life is a struggle and is all about adapting to changing situations while keeping our core values firmly in place. I am 66 years old, and as a so-called senior citizen, I believe that we are supposed to make progress till the end of our days.
100% true. Started college (online) again at the start of August. Prepped for it starting in May by getting up at 4am and studying, mostly programming but also any new skill I thought would help in work or at home. Made the time by giving up drink and gaming. Best decision ever. This is on top of a full time job and family w/kids. Not looking for recognition, I'm a former and know the struggle well. Just letting everyone hearing Bjorn's words know its not only possible, but preferable.
My Grandfather once said... if you can look at your current life and compare it to the year before, and things now are better, you're doing great!
Good video!
I needed to read that, thank you
Thank you for sharing your Grandfathers advice. It is simple and good advice.
Thank you compassionate soul. 😊🙏❤
Grandpa also said:
"When you help someone and they thank you, or offer to repay you, tell them to 'pay it forward' and help others in need. That way the kindness spreads and makes your part of the world a little better." 😊
Remember: early to bed.. early to rise: makes a man healthy wealthy and wise.
Forcing "Night owls" to wake uo early has sever health effects.
Thats called sleep deprivation lol
How early?
I work 12am-8am because my only other option was to get furloughed and eventually laid-off.
Depends if you are a lark or an owl
This guy is inspirational...
Truth.we need more like him and after him.Those virtues are taken for granted and its hard to find honest people.we always verify what we hear because we can't trust 100%.
I need this.
How to build Self-discipline:
1. Confidence.
2. Goals to improve yourself.
3. Work hard. Accept the struggle. Which builds character.
4. Life is not fair, so don't give up.
I think we all need this - Great video
You need self discipline to get yourself to work hard. Rather circular isn't it?
Everything is fair, because you reap what you sow.
Basically it’s about taking responsibility of yourself.
You don't know what confidence actually is. If you're a looser your confident in being a looser. Confidence means you are aware of your value. You can only be confident in being strong Basen on former archievememts
Having parents and grandparents who grew up in Communist Yugoslavia, I grew up with the mindset of blaming other things and other people for my failures. It's key to search where you yourself did something wrong and fix it, my life greatly improved after realizing it. Great videos, I always drop what I'm doing to tune in.
Good to take responsibility.
Most of ex yugos are like that, it is always someone else's fault !
You can’t fix your issues if you don’t own them.
I think we should all go to bjorn in norway and we can all live off grid with him ,how nice is that thought xx uk
"ACCEPT THE STRUGGLE" --Wisest words ever spoken about self-discipline. A lot of people think self-disciplined people enjoy torturing themselves for higher gain. They don't enjoy it more than you, they just know that it will be worth it and they have their mind set on the end goal. They accept that it is a struggle, and breaking through or overcoming that struggle is the payoff.
Undisciplined people can't accept the struggle. To them struggle = failure, and they quit before they even get the payoff because they don't want to struggle at something. And so, they struggle with regret, being unsatisfied, unhappy, and fantasizing about what they want in life instead of getting it, and possibly cheating or stealing to get it. Kinda backwards if you think about it.
I love this. So insightful. Thank you for sharing.
Like sportsmen. Lots of struggle but geared towards a fulfilling goal. Wish that mentality could be taught in schools.
You literally read my mind mate...
I 100% agree about waking up early. It feels so fulfilling to start working at 5 am and get a full day's work done by noon.
Dustin Yarc - Freelance Writer I’m the same. I’m up at around 4 to 4.30. My woman sleeps in till 8. 😎
I've heard this so many times, yet I selfishly protect every single minute of my time in bed! I guess a routine would help
I do it the opposite way. I prefer to work at night as my energy is higher and I like the solitude. I've never been able to train myself to rise early, my natural rhythm just doesn't go that way.
Some people are wired to be more creative and productive in the witching hours. It’s so much easier to focus with the rest of the world asleep. There is no static of cares and dogs and bill collectors or appointments. Think about it, even during the time of cavemen , someone had to be wired to be nocturnal to protect the cave from sabertooth tigers while everyone else was asleep.
Hey look at the guy's picture commenting below you (John Acord) it's u 10 years later.
Very inspiring. I always have plenty of goals but I’ve always lacked confidence. That has been one of the major obstacles in my life. You channel is great, thank you for this video 🙏🏻✨🌲
You can start with your collection of virtues and values. Build strength by studying/applying action according to a moral code. Good leaders have code. Kindness, charity, helping others is high worth. We are what we do. Listening is highly underrated. Keeping a journal is good. Taking time for your mental, physical and emotional health. Cut out toxic people and influence and distractions. Downsize life if necessary. Set small goals. Work strong sleep well. Realize that we are all in same condition. And people need your inspiration too. Holy cow keep smiling.
Very wise words, said in calmness and thoughtfulness.
Let's not forget we music folks!!!! I think music is just as competitive as sports. I have done both. Your getting up early reminded me of the quote: "early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise!!!!" Lol.... Have a great Sunday my friend!!! God bless 🙏💯🙏
Outstanding Sir, Norway and the Norwegian's should be grateful and proud that they can produce a man like you, 👍😁🔨🌲🇮🇪
Thank you for sharing your philosophy. I love seeing the woods in your videos. Nature is a gift of life.
I struggle everyday with chronic pain and fatigue. I have been pushing myself as of late trying to do a little more and be a little better everyday
All the best.
Stay strong friend. I also have chronic intense pain in the form of random intense burning hives. It doesn’t get easier, but we can become stronger. Have faith.
Slow & steady does it. Research holistic health modalities that may give you short or even long term relief.
@Freshy Dinks same
@Douglas E. Heeren I will do that. I have been trying just about everything natural. thanks for the advice
We camped on the Application Trail in the NJ/PA border. Beautiful mountain w/giant rocks. It’s a long long trail that people walked. Much history.
I mean i loved my dad, but he never really took his time to talk to us about life...i wish he would...
Likewise. He taught me how to use tools and to build like a man, very grateful. But he never taught me how to be a man mentally and emotionally...
@@Neutrino0000 Maybe your Dad didn't get those lessons from his Dad either.Consider
@@ariesred777 I thought the same thing. Maybe I can break the circle and help him along. Thanks for your input :)
@@Neutrino0000 Nice approach.I'm still learning too
I never got this from my dad, and now as a dad, I’d love to say I’ve broken that, and I am better than my dad at communication, but not as perfect as I’d like
Don't avoid all adversity, but, DO carefully pick your battles.
Dan Templeton good advice you can’t die on every hill.
@Max OnFire VIKINGS TYPE IN ALL CAPS.
Yes, some people think that to succeed and discipline is just winning all battles. There will always be someone better than us. I believe that intelligence is to choose carefully all the battles of life.
@Max OnFire Hi, Max! How are you? I read The Art of War, is a incredible book! I will read the others, tks!!
Gabriel exactly.
When I ran track a few centuries ago my coach gave me some advice. I boiled it down into three rules for success.
1)You will fail. You can't win every time. DON'T QUIT!
2) You will have to do alot of things over and over to the point of exhaustion and boredom. DON'T QUIT!
3) Distractions will appear as will obstacles. Stay focused on the goals and... DON'T QUIT!
we have an immortal or a vampire in our midst
@@timdumler5628 I hope the person means "decades" LOL!A life "might" seem like it's THAT long (centuries).
*a lot* is two words. Lot begins with an L, not an A.
"Accept the struggle", probably the most important peice of advice here.
@Barthelemy you dont think christ struggled as he was being executed on the cross? You don't understand your own religion
That depends on what the struggle is, sometimes we all need help
This guy is like a friend
I wish this guy had been my father. So jealous of his children.
Being envious & wanting to emulate someone is the highest form of flattery! Use that inspiration for benefit!
Me too l like this guy and why is it that common sense needs to be rediscovered?
I often have to recall the good & bad things of my childhood & apply them to how I want to live my life & raise my son.
Saskia Ehlers I wish he was my husband, or I could find a good man like him .
That is actually sad af man.. although this aged Norwegian guy is cool and has quality, I'd say my Englishman dad was X10 better than him. No offence intended, I just looked up to my dad so much, he was older and very wise, died when I was 18 at age 77 from cancer. To put into context he was like Gandalf.. Without the beard and hair, I will never, ever think that anyone is better than him, Gandalf comes close though 🙄😄
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@ that's because those sociopaths, and psychopaths view us as objects to manipulate and move around. They dont even view us as human. And they derive joy from people's pain.
The one area MOST people lack self-discipline is with their diet.
A bad diet will screw up everything, even ironically your ability to be self-disciplined.
actually thats true. diet definitely alters your brain.
Also in dick control, discipline could stop unwanted pregnancy and the baby murder.
True, ever since I quit added sugar (basically everything except for veggies, some fruits and meat) I have so much more energy, it's crazy. I keep telling people to try quitting but this stuff has many people locked in the up/down loop, so they can't get anything done, let alone get excited about anything. Literally everything in my life is better now.
Diet and exercise.
Agreed! It's kind of a catch 22 for me.
His strength is in his calmness. Which is a lesson to us all.
I'll share this here. I have tried boxing amateur competitively, at the age of 22 and I wasn't very good at at it. I lost all of my bouts. I found that people generally were more inclined to make fun of me for my poor record than give me some credit for the fact that I tried competing in a very hard sport. A sport which these people who would make fun of me themselves would never attempt. Then 22 years later at the age of 44 I decided to have another attempt at the sport of amateur boxing and my only goal was to get just one win. But I didn't want the first win on my record to be against an inexperienced competitor who was having his first bout aged in his 40s because what sense of satisfaction would there be in that? I asked to be matched against a more experienced opponent as long as I didn't give away too much weight, because my belief is size does matter. There is also no shame in losing to a more experienced opponent. My first boxing bout in 22 years was against a more experienced opponent and I lost. But my second opponent in 22 years was also more experienced. But I was too determined to lose that bout. I was out of bed at 5am every morning and jogging and sprinting. I was 100% focused in my preparation for that bout . I won that bout on points, not because I was a more talented boxer than my opponent, but because I was way too fit for him. I didn't stop throwing punches from the start of each round to the end of each round.
At least you stepped into the arena, many people never do. Remember that tom cruise movie GATACA??? He is swimming in the ocean against his perfect, genetically engineered brother and wins. When asked how he won, his answer was "I didn't save anything for the trip home".
@@qwertyui859 Thank you. No I don't think I've seen that movie
@@qwertyui859 great reference gataca was a great film but it wasn't tom cruise it was Ethan Hawke who starred in that film alongside jude law
I really liked reading this brother are you still boxing ?
@@crmsn83 When I get a chance I will watch it.
Life is a struggle between procrastination and discipline towards your own set goals. Discipline is about to break your own chains of comfort.
Bjorn's demeanor and the calming way he talks make him a joy to listen to. On top of that what he says makes a lot of sense and he is full of good advice.
Where have you been all my life? 😍 You popped up yesterday, what a gift 😊
No joke, I love you man! Skol from America 🍻
Intelligence without ambition is a bird with no wings.
❤
Thank you Bjorn. Blessings from my hunker down home in San Diego CA.
Your videos r like a father figure that I never had keep making these videos in beautiful nature .. greetings from India
An old saying I've heard from many different people all my life is: If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every single time.
You are such a calming person to listen to!
My beard is growing like you during this lockdown....thank you sharing knowledge.
@Barthelemy Look up Dr. Teresa Dale on UA-cam.
love ya Bjorn!!
Say the rosary every night even when you don't feel like it and contemplate the mysteries. Be grateful, if you cant be happy for what you have , be happy for what you escaped.
Bjorn I have watched all of you content and I can say that it has made me a better person. Thank you.
I use Mr. Bjorn's content as a part of homeschooling for my grandson. He has no Father and my husband passed away when he was only 10 months old, so it has the same affect for him as you just described for yourself... Like having a mentor 🙂
@ Thank you Mark, I appreciate the kind words 🙂 Much peace to you..
@@SweeetAdeline its good to utilise every good opportunity to teach our children and grandchildren who i noted start telling lies very early.They deny obvious things.
Thats the role of a grandmother. Bless.
@@justinamusyoka4986 Thank you.. You are correct, lying in early childhood seems to be the norm. Psychologically, they claim it reflects an important milestone in cognitive development. But I feel it is needed to be corrected so it does not become a habit. Bless in return
Thank you for your insightful content, as per usual. Greeting from Cape Town, South Africa.
Nicolas Venter I have some great memories from Cape Town beautiful place
I AM A 65 YR OLD Woman, HAVE A WALKER , And DEADLY CANCER. My thoughts about achieving your goals , are when you desire to do something , no matter what it is. FINNISH , what you start! Never leave , what you can do tomorrow, as tomorrow may never come..Also be kind and helpful to not just your neighbor, but put that thought into ALL people. Last.. Trust NO ONE, but your, HEAVENLY FATHER, and maybe yourself!
Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen = common sense. We need more of this.
This video is really relevant for myself, thanks bjorn
Perfect timing! After 3hrs of procrastination and scoffing several chocolate bars...I needed this! 🤣
Ditto
Similar story but drinking alcohol to much and I need to stop it and get back to a routine of my life journey and fitness.
@@Bobsbud100 Chocolate and alcohol here! I have had periods of great self discipline in my life, just needed a little reminder to get back into the habit hopefully. Set the alarm for 5.30. Good luck chaps.
Hahaha.........yes most of us do I think. I just hope most people watching his videos realise what the truly important things in life are......
I feel you
thankyou..here hear
BJORN...MY STRONG VIKING LEADER...YOUR ADVICE IS VERY MUCH NEEDED IN TODAYS WORLD.. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR INSIGHT.. IT IS VERY UPLIFTING...MY FRIEND..STAY STRONG..BTW..I LIVE ALONG THE. APPALACHAIN TRAIL..TAKE CARE TILL NEXT POST..
Self control, like common sense a very rare thing indeed! If we all had self control and common sense what a different place the world would be. Wish our leaders had your attitude to life but it is not PC enough for them. As a naturalised Australian, born in England I regret to see the British " stiff upper lip" vanishing. Upbringing too helps self control. As a child in England in the early 1940s if I got upset about something petty my parents would say "put some iron in your backbone" Probably the best advice possible, especially during wartime. As an old man the state of the world causes me sorrow. Anyhow Bjorn keep up your good work! All the best, stay safe and well. ATB.
Life never gets easier. We can only get stronger
I've found the study of Steps To Knowledge - a daily practice with 365 steps - really helpful in focusing my mind and establishing discipline. Its mind training for people looking for purpose in life.
I now have a goal: Survival. I work 7 days a week to garden and stockpile food and wood for heat next Winter. My determination and emerging garden gives me Confidence.
10% is talent and 90% is practise and hard work.
I just sent that to my 3 grandsons who range from 25 to 32 years old. Thank you for that Bjorn! Happy Days to you!
you made me realise ive never really had a goal, nothing to work towards, this nows seems so blatantly obvious but i have been drifting though life my whole life and i hope to use this to head in a direction that brings me happiness. thankyou.
We all have talents..embtace it and work at it might even monituze it
@@sudoku5982 lol 😂 you mean monetize?🤣
@@BestLife101 yes exactly...please don't be the typo 👮. ..not attractive. ...btw do u know that intelligent ppl can understand totaly misspelled sentences as long as the 1st and last letters are correct in the words...some of us are half blind, tired or just have fat fingers
Excellent video especially because people are left struggling and doubting themselves because this lockdown has destroyed businesses, careers and income that was put away for a rainy day. The rainy day turned into a major prolonged storm.
So true. I needed this reminder. I've blamed the loss of a well paid job (that was stressing me to hell) then the low wages of my current job, along with my divorce for my financial worries and daily struggles with low moods. I's only me who has the ability to better myself, and accept the struggle. Perfect timing for me. Thank you
Good advice, as usual. Thanks.
Great video Bjorn, thanks for sharing your thoughts
Thank you for encouraging us to be our best.
Tack snälla för denna video! Jag har mått dåligt väldigt länge och jag känner att jag förstår bättre när jag har sett dig prata. Tack så mycket Björn och skål!
Mvh Erik
Jeg känner än empati för din situation!👍
@@andersgjersoe4852 Tack så mycket för dem fina orden! ^^
Bjorn I feel like you have become my friend from across the pond. My modern Viking friend! Your words have made a difference in my life and I’m sure many others! We are in for a greater fight than the world has ever seen. It’s good to be fighting this battle together! This war will require more than just physical skills! We will need to stay alert and with goals we will stay consciencely alert! Look forward to your videos and your words!
For years I fell into the Christian trap of praying that God would take all my troubles away. I realized I was a fool and started praying that God would give me the fight, the strength to fight and overcome every obstacle. My life is better, my relationship with God is better, and I'm a better man for embracing the struggle. Thanks for the, as always, wise words sir.
You are like a wise big brother. Good Blessings to you.
Yours is a voice of reason born of experience and cultivated thinking. It’s also a relaxing voice, easy to understand and learn from. Thank you for all you do
Life is not fair. It never will be fair.. . Absolutely true.
Cochise Hart it’s even more comforting when you know others have the same struggle or struggle too.
You are the best uncle to have around.keep it up.
I got up at 4:30 this morning and watched some of your videos. Great way to start the day with a positive mindset! Thank you
You have become a wonderful 2-D friend this past year!
That was great! Thank you! I subscribed.
Always happy to see a new upload from your channel waiting to be watched! Thank you sir!
The simple life is so sweet. I live it from 2014. Love it.
Well, now I am just going to go and jog around the forest. :) Thanks!
I love your philosophy. It is very similar to my late father's. I owe it to him that I never give up. My son has learned this from me, his Mum. He took up powerlifting a couple of years ago. He knows that the path of least resistance - both in the literal sense and the metaphorically - does not lead to achievement and self-worth. His girlfriend powerlift trains with him. My fiancee passed away 2 and a half years ago and I have been dwelling on that too much recently (lock down life 🤔) , so I needed your good advice today that life is a daily test, it is how each of us manages that struggle which enables us to carry on achieving and growing. My usual ethos is 'Get up and show up'. It is for this reason I set out on hill and mountain hikes, often alone and a bit scared. But I know it will build character and it's a good example to my son. We all need some encouragement from time to time. Thank you for being my mentor today. Onwards and upwards!
Thank you for an awesome and wise comment!
Thanks for the good encouragement
You are right about this. I had to learn it the hard way on my own.
I like what somebody told me years ago "you can learn from my expensive mistakes or you can learn on your own"
How refreshing to hear someone talk about self discipline and the reality that life is not "fair". Thank you so much for your words and for your attitude, Bjorn. Keep well and be safe!
Thanks man! I really enjoy your videos. Greetings from Iowa in the U.S. God bless you brother and I hope you have a beautiful weekend!
Great timing! I was just searching for ways to be more disciplined n then this video pops up!
Your title inspired me to watch! I have and do constantly battle with personal self discipline! I wasn’t guided as a boy and it has damaged me as a man, even at 47:(.
Thank you for such wise words. I have been very lucky, and have skills, gifts really, which inspire me. Once I begin a project, I can hardly stop until it is done, like learning a tune on an instrument, and I play about 4, or taking on a young or difficult horse, I stay at it until it is done. I do love a challenge. Did a bit of cross-country skiing, every morning and evening to work, in Perisher Valley where I was a lift operator, had to set off before the lifts opened. Then I'd change to my downhills and "ski my butt off" in my breaks. Getting back in the evening was downhill on cross-country skis, always an adventure. I do look forward to your videos Bjorn, love the channel.
Bjorn, you are the Viking I always needed in my life! Thank you for these videos.
I'm a recent subscriber. I find that I share most of your philosophy. You DO have a lot of self discipline. It's true that even tiny goals help. As you say they are at least a step forwards.
Thank you for being an inspiration to so many!
I woke up to this video just became a subscriber and it’s helping me all ready starting my fast today self discipline
Great Wisdom, Bjorn... Excellent share, excellent coaching, excellent example. Thank you, Kiddo !!!!
I love this man, god bless him and keep him safe
This man is so smart
Gracias amigo
Thanks bjorn for your calm,relaxing and motivational videos
A year from now , you'll wish you would've started today.
Absolutely... Take baby steps every day, and a year from now you'll be shocked at how far you've come....
That’s deep
This is pure Gold. I'm writing it on my man book.
Love this quote from the book The Compond Effect-----"Small, Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = RADICAL DIFFERENCE"
a year from now there wont be food , civilization, or freedom... good luck with your little career goals man
That’s. Right you have to just do it. Like when your house needs cleaning you can cry about it are just do it ..
You/one can burn it to the ground too ... best cleaning job one ever do ... does ...., burning bridges are never lost.
Obstacles ARE the way
Hello bjorn I am a new subscriber I am a 41 year old Scotsmen living i England. I love your posts because you are very diplomatic in the sense you are not trying to persuade a person's views but educate on the reality of what goes on in this crazy world I have lost faith in the way the world work as a matter of greed or control. I would love to live in a community that is self sufficient as I tey to do as much as I can for myself or family but am so trapped by the restrictions of the order of thing's. Like you say I am ranting but fully understand your thoughts and gey ridiculed because of these but no one that feels they are safe wants to nl better. I very much like your honesty and non force opinions. Continuing to support brother hope you and family best of wishes
A very wise and compassionate person
We are truly blessed to be privileged to your words of wisdom Bjørn skol.
Except the struggle. Golden work my friend. Howdy from Texas.
I always look forwards to your videos. I like your stoic approach.
I have found not only embrace the challenges but be thankful and grateful for them. We seem to thrive on healthy stress and when you decide to be thankful has helped me in my journey. This my dear fellow citizens is a wonderous and amazing universe, challenging yes, exciting always. Understanding you are in charge of the interface with it will set you free.
Your videos are wonderful , please keep going. I'm from South Africa and lived out in the bush for many years. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and time out in nature.
Thank you for speaking to to recent generations on the practice of embracing and employing fortitude. Courage and determination in the face of adversity built this civilization, and to live in a lesser manner is a disservice to yourself and those close to you.
This man radiates goodness ! I would be honored to have tea with this man.
i come back to this videos every so often and it put things in perspective
Your a great mentor and your delivery is very kind in spirit.
Thank you for this video. I have been a bit depressed lately as I have been unable to do the swimming daily I began doing this spring when our pool opened. I have discovered that I am allergic to the chlorine in the pool and have been having kidney trouble because of it. I have a old ankle injury so walking is painful. Every morning I was doing my exercises at the pool at 7 am which was giving my days in lock-down more structure and consistency. Exercise has also helped me be more focused and achieve more each day. Therefore I have looked up ankle strengthening exercises on You Tube, to add to the exercise routine I am already doing in my living room. Life is a struggle and is all about adapting to changing situations while keeping our core values firmly in place. I am 66 years old, and as a so-called senior citizen, I believe that we are supposed to make progress till the end of our days.
100% true. Started college (online) again at the start of August. Prepped for it starting in May by getting up at 4am and studying, mostly programming but also any new skill I thought would help in work or at home. Made the time by giving up drink and gaming. Best decision ever. This is on top of a full time job and family w/kids. Not looking for recognition, I'm a former and know the struggle well. Just letting everyone hearing Bjorn's words know its not only possible, but preferable.