#1. I don't know what I want, but I know I need to experiment with new things to find out. However, I'm stuck in my comfort zone and am afraid to try new things.
It took me 55 years to figure this out. One word…simple. Simple finances (no debt), relationships ( cut off toxic friends, siblings, parents, spouse/girlfriend), employment (no stress), diet (lose weight so you have great health in the future), stuff (less is more) etc. Maybe another word to use is peace.
Wow, a lot of great things to think about. Your question "what would I be doing right now if success was guaranteed" really got my mind going. Thanks for sharing!
Dwelling on the negative will keep you unsatisfied, guaranteed. Dude, you just described my mother in law! She's had a great life, but she just can't see it.
Never be satisfied. Always be grateful but not satisfied. When you become satisfied you stop growing and learning. Don't rest at the middle. Rest at the end!
I don't get satisfied with money... I am into a retail business, and recently I noticed am almost always thinking about getting more money...it's as if I don't value my profits or even take the time to enjoy it wisely... the more it comes, the more I need more and I am just not satisfied... I will spend a little today and be grateful that I can earn outside my 9-5 work and learn to be satisfied because God always provides my needs .... He always does
#2 - Ignoring the thing I want and chasing an easier goal as well as FEAR resonated with me the most! Ron, your videos are always so inspiring! Thank you! I'm going to share this with my friends and family. Much love, from nature coast Florida ♥
I’m glad I could share this with you! Both of those points you mentioned resonated big time with me as well. Especially fear! That was until I made a shift in my thinking! Keep growing and learning on your journey!!
Wow, what an great video Ronald! Settling for a easier activity instead of embracing the challenges of what I really want hit hard. I also loved the fact that we can learn something from every experience, as well as reorienting our actives toward what we really want in life. If I had to sum it up for me. Purpose, Gratitude, and Patience. Stay blessed y'all!
Remember fear is just False Evidence Appearing Real. Write down and remind yourself every time you feel it starting to creep in! Keep growing on your journey Holly!
Thank you for this video. I realize I am working towards my dream, to become and RN. I'm already partly there as an LPN. I will try to be more positive and focus on the good, of what could go right!
The second reason is my major challenge. I call this "future living" where my mind is so entrenched in a future state that I'm missing the opportunity TODAY to take steps towards that huge goal. Thank you for the reminder that we only have our today.
Stay true to you. This has been ingrained into my head, since I started watching your channel at 2K. So proud of you, for your channel growing. By far one of the many few UA-camrs who is true to themselves, growing and helping their audience along the way. Stay safe you and your wife ♥ Australia ☺
I’m glad I could share this with you my friend! Sometimes hard to hear messages like this is all it takes to start making a change! Keep growing! I’m rooting for you!
What a lovely, kind, gentle, intelligent, articulate man you are and thank you for helping and inspiring us along; I could listen to a lot more of you. Talking a lot of sense, really resonating!!!
This is like the universe speaking too me. Recently I hit 1K subs on my channel yet I am only receiving about 30views per video. It got me down but I realized if I am doing my purpose, the people will come along! Sitting and pouting won’t help. Depending on an app to make me happy too wouldn’t help
Hey I’m happy you found me Marie! Welcome to the community first off and yes!!! I live that you’re loving my content so far. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
I can not explain nor stress how much this video came into the perfect time of my life. I'm talking/going on dates with someone who is a blessing. She is something new to me in all aspects of love. And recently I started feeling all of this. I was never like this. I was on cloud 9 and everything, but then I noticed I've been falling. This video made me realize because I dont have a sense of direction for my life. And now that I have someone potential will be apart of my life for the long run. I fell into this feeling. I'm going to do all the tips and steps you gave. Because i know it will help me accept this happiness i deserve in my life while at the same time taking it to a new level. So thank you!💙🙌🏽
Love this. The last point I have also found so vital and true. When I'm struggling and feeling down or frustrated I ask myself what can I learn from what I am experiencing right now. Then, when I'm ready I try to take it a step further and make a commitment to offer the lessons I've learned to others--could be as simple as an Instagram post or something. This has helped my find meaning in the struggle. Thanks so much for this reminder.
I needed this today! Thank you so very much for this video. I have learned a lot this past year and let me tell you I no longer chase after the next best thing
Thanks for sharing this video Ron. It really resonated with me at the moment and helped me confront some of my current negative thinking. Not knowing what I want and not being willing to take chances both really hit home.
Always striving never arriving to happiness. Ugh, what a horrible thought yet that's how most live and how materialism survives - on lies and deceit. Minimalism brought me back to myself. Thanks Ronald much love & laughter💞🌈
Such a great video - so true!! I always pursue my dreams, even if other people believe they are impossible, and although it’s challenging, it’s so rewarding when I achieve them! I have noticed that other people get envious/try to put me down, because I am happy, even when things are tough - they have given up/stay in their comfort zone, while I have a goal to work towards and that keeps my spirits up! 😻
This is actual advice without all the fluff. All I ever wanted was respect and appreciation from others. Most are beyond ignorant. So now, I just want my creativity (digital art) to be known and appreciated. That will be enough for me.
Im kind of the same way. As a species, we're hardwired to getting appreciation and acceptance from others. But we should base our entire existence over getting validation. Ultimately the one person we need to accept and validate is ourselves. I'm not into digital art, but I do hand drawn art.
Heyo! Such an amazing video! I found this very relatable and helpful. I am about to start a new life and was struggling with the points you mentioned. I'll come back here in 4-5 months and share the success/progress points. Wish me luck! 🤗
Thank you Ronald. I’ve just hit the pause button off my day and recorded the video in Russian which I didn’t want to record because it’s difficult. But it turned out really good. I am getting better and better. I shouldn’t have a negative view on my Russian. It’s I’m still a beginner in Russian, but I am figuring it out, I’m making steps forward, big steps. Thank you so much 🙏
Thank you Ronald, time to move out my comfort zone and quickly make a few notes to keep me on track but not an essay as that will just be procrastination 😅. Take care from Ceredigion Wales UK.
I think a huge problem is that people "get tired of living their life for everyone else" and "finally decide to do things their way regardless of the way it makes someone else feel. "It is better to give than it is to receive " These words ring true through and through...unless you are truly a narcissistic or psychopathic individual. If you're a giving, loving person who always puts others first, not only will you find true contentment, but your name will be known in your town, people will love you and trust you. Serve others and stop living for yourself. Look where its got you, right? Empty or always complaining and never being happy. In my practice I've seen this so many times. So sad how easy contentment is to obtain.
I learned recently that life isn't all about grades and school and now that I've broken out of that stressful routine, I don't know what I want. Where do I go from here? Who am I as a person?
“For we have brought nothing into the world, and neither can we carry anything out. So, having food and clothing, we will be content with these things”😊
I love this video! I will keep it forever and I'll watch it every time I feel down and hate my life - which is a lot. Watching your videos often help and this video is the best. 😀👍❤️ Thank you. 😀
Don’t hate yourself or life Jens! Life is amazing with so many opportunities available to us! Spend some time with yourself and determine what it is you want! Once you have that foundation, start building!!
Which reason resonated with you the most?
#2 - Ignoring the thing I want and chasing an easier goal. 😶
Number 2, for me.😏
#1. I don't know what I want, but I know I need to experiment with new things to find out. However, I'm stuck in my comfort zone and am afraid to try new things.
Actually... all of them are me lol
Well a bit of all 4 truthfully
It took me 55 years to figure this out. One word…simple. Simple finances (no debt), relationships ( cut off toxic friends, siblings, parents, spouse/girlfriend), employment (no stress), diet (lose weight so you have great health in the future), stuff (less is more) etc. Maybe another word to use is peace.
The world teaches you about what you're supposed to want and what your supposed to have. Always living for tomorrow. Never taking in today.
I’m struggling with this
Beautifully said, thank you ❤
I must agree! I appreciate this comment.
I can’t get no.... satisfaction.
But for real needed to hear this today.
Wow, a lot of great things to think about. Your question "what would I be doing right now if success was guaranteed" really got my mind going. Thanks for sharing!
I’m really happy this resonated with you Heather! That same question struck a chord with me also so I’m glad it has you thinking as well!
Your channel is transforming lives 🙌🏽
True…
True
For worse, because it is spreading harmful anti-capitalist propaganda
Yes losing someone really makes a difference in how you view life and want to continue on from here.
You’re absolutely right! It challenges the way you live and the decisions you make for sure!
“There’s a lesson to learn in every circumstance we face.”
Well said! Keep this in mind folks, it can change your mindset more than you can imagine. 🙌
Absolutely!! 🙌🏾
You hit this one out of the park, young man! Well done, well said! 👏
Dwelling on the negative will keep you unsatisfied, guaranteed. Dude, you just described my mother in law! She's had a great life, but she just can't see it.
Success means different things to different people!
Preparation and Patience - My new mantra!!!! Thanks!
Yes!! 🙌🏾 keep growing and learning on your journey Michele!
This video made me cry the timing of me seeing this could not be any better
Never be satisfied. Always be grateful but not satisfied. When you become satisfied you stop growing and learning. Don't rest at the middle. Rest at the end!
good point❤❤❤
Your videos are always spot on! #1 is me for sure!
I don't get satisfied with money... I am into a retail business, and recently I noticed am almost always thinking about getting more money...it's as if I don't value my profits or even take the time to enjoy it wisely... the more it comes, the more I need more and I am just not satisfied... I will spend a little today and be grateful that I can earn outside my 9-5 work and learn to be satisfied because God always provides my needs .... He always does
This presentation was exquisite! Someone has upped his game! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
#2 - Ignoring the thing I want and chasing an easier goal as well as FEAR resonated with me the most! Ron, your videos are always so inspiring! Thank you! I'm going to share this with my friends and family. Much love, from nature coast Florida ♥
I’m glad I could share this with you! Both of those points you mentioned resonated big time with me as well. Especially fear! That was until I made a shift in my thinking! Keep growing and learning on your journey!!
Wow, what an great video Ronald! Settling for a easier activity instead of embracing the challenges of what I really want hit hard. I also loved the fact that we can learn something from every experience, as well as reorienting our actives toward what we really want in life. If I had to sum it up for me. Purpose, Gratitude, and Patience. Stay blessed y'all!
This is so me. I'm not negative, but the other things you said spoke directly to me.
I don't Feel unhappy or unsatisfied, but your advice and ideas got me thinking anyway. Very worthwhile; thank you so much!
I think this video needs to be called “how Ronald managed to call me out four different ways.”
Ouch!
Good video!😄
I’m happy this message reached you Rebecca! It’s all out of love! Keep growing and learning!!
Thank you for sharing this. I need to figure out what I want. Fear is holding me back.
Remember fear is just False Evidence Appearing Real. Write down and remind yourself every time you feel it starting to creep in! Keep growing on your journey Holly!
Thanks Ron.👍👍❤ Love when you said if you're having a bad day pause and ask yourself what is this trying to teach me.
Thank you Cathy! I definitely think that is an important reminder for all of us!
Thank you for this video. I realize I am working towards my dream, to become and RN. I'm already partly there as an LPN. I will try to be more positive and focus on the good, of what could go right!
The second reason is my major challenge. I call this "future living" where my mind is so entrenched in a future state that I'm missing the opportunity TODAY to take steps towards that huge goal. Thank you for the reminder that we only have our today.
One of your best. Thanks for everything you do.
Always stay true to you
Stay true to you. This has been ingrained into my head, since I started watching your channel at 2K. So proud of you, for your channel growing. By far one of the many few UA-camrs who is true to themselves, growing and helping their audience along the way. Stay safe you and your wife ♥ Australia ☺
Thank you brother stay blessed🙏
Appreciate you Derrick! Keep growing on your journey my friend!!
Thanks for sharing Ronald, it was difficult listening at times but I needed to hear this.
I’m glad I could share this with you my friend! Sometimes hard to hear messages like this is all it takes to start making a change! Keep growing! I’m rooting for you!
Yes, you are out here changing lives and making us think in our own favor.
What a lovely, kind, gentle, intelligent, articulate man you are and thank you for helping and inspiring us along; I could listen to a lot more of you. Talking a lot of sense, really resonating!!!
Do glad I came across your channel ! #1 was spot on very accurate!!
Thank you for this video!. Blessings 🙌 to you my Brother.
I’m glad I had the opportunity to share this with you!
Oh, so I’m doing all of the above. This is the single most eye-opening and relevant video I’ve ever seen. Thank you for it!
This is like the universe speaking too me. Recently I hit 1K subs on my channel yet I am only receiving about 30views per video. It got me down but I realized if I am doing my purpose, the people will come along! Sitting and pouting won’t help. Depending on an app to make me happy too wouldn’t help
Yes, yes, yes to all of this! Thank you for putting this so eloquently into words!
I love this and I love the new look!
Thank you!!
Great points raised here Ronald! I'll watch it again and again. I would also add that what we want may change over time and we should not fear that...
Exactly! Great addition to this conversation Lorenzo! Thanks for mentioning this!
This video soothed my soul so much. Thank you for your insight and honesty!
I’m happy this video reached you Arielle! Keep growing on your journey!
just found your channel, in the mood to binge-watch all of your videos and work on my LIFEEEEEE
Hey I’m happy you found me Marie! Welcome to the community first off and yes!!! I live that you’re loving my content so far. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
@@RonaldLBanks 🌞🕺🏻💜
Keep me in the moment 🌞❤️
Seeing your growth has been great. Thank you. 🙏🏽
Thank you for joining me on this journey Katherine! I appreciate your love and support!!
I can not explain nor stress how much this video came into the perfect time of my life. I'm talking/going on dates with someone who is a blessing. She is something new to me in all aspects of love. And recently I started feeling all of this. I was never like this. I was on cloud 9 and everything, but then I noticed I've been falling. This video made me realize because I dont have a sense of direction for my life. And now that I have someone potential will be apart of my life for the long run. I fell into this feeling. I'm going to do all the tips and steps you gave. Because i know it will help me accept this happiness i deserve in my life while at the same time taking it to a new level. So thank you!💙🙌🏽
I’m super excited for you and your journey ahead Roberto! This is exciting!! Keep growing and learning! Let me know if I can help in any way!
Love this. The last point I have also found so vital and true. When I'm struggling and feeling down or frustrated I ask myself what can I learn from what I am experiencing right now. Then, when I'm ready I try to take it a step further and make a commitment to offer the lessons I've learned to others--could be as simple as an Instagram post or something. This has helped my find meaning in the struggle. Thanks so much for this reminder.
Ugh why do you always say what I’m feeling! Thanks Ron for this raw inspiration!
I’m glad I had an opportunity to share this with you Synna!
short, simple and right to the point automatic subscribe
Welcome to the community Tracey! I’m happy you decided to subscribe. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Ronald you and your content are amazing. Everyone of these resonates with me. Thank you! I am taking action NOW.
I needed this today! Thank you so very much for this video. I have learned a lot this past year and let me tell you I no longer chase after the next best thing
Keep growing and learning on your journey my friend! I’m really happy I had an opportunity to share this with you!!
@@RonaldLBanks Thank you!!
Thank you! Needed this 😀
This video hits. Thank you for existing 💖
Thanks for sharing this video Ron. It really resonated with me at the moment and helped me confront some of my current negative thinking. Not knowing what I want and not being willing to take chances both really hit home.
Always striving never arriving to happiness. Ugh, what a horrible thought yet that's how most live and how materialism survives - on lies and deceit. Minimalism brought me back to myself.
Thanks Ronald much love & laughter💞🌈
Such a great video - so true!! I always pursue my dreams, even if other people believe they are impossible, and although it’s challenging, it’s so rewarding when I achieve them! I have noticed that other people get envious/try to put me down, because I am happy, even when things are tough - they have given up/stay in their comfort zone, while I have a goal to work towards and that keeps my spirits up! 😻
I literally Googled this yesterday. Thank you for your breakdown, it all makes sense now, thank you.
This is actual advice without all the fluff.
All I ever wanted was respect and appreciation from others. Most are beyond ignorant. So now, I just want my creativity (digital art) to be known and appreciated. That will be enough for me.
Im kind of the same way. As a species, we're hardwired to getting appreciation and acceptance from others. But we should base our entire existence over getting validation. Ultimately the one person we need to accept and validate is ourselves. I'm not into digital art, but I do hand drawn art.
That was a great video, sir. Kudos! 😊
Glad you enjoyed it my friend!
Thanks for another amazing lesson Ron. Sending you much love as always.
Great stuff - happened upon you.
I needed this today🙏❤️
Thank you so much for sharing this , I am taking the lessons along 👌🏾
This new setup has blown me away almost as much as the message in the video. Keep going man, you're a huge inspiration!
Thank you so much! I’m happy you’re a fan of the new look/format of my video as well as the message I’m sharing! Keep growing on your journey!
@@RonaldLBanks You're most welcome. Thank you for all you do. I hope you keep growing on yours as well
Heyo! Such an amazing video!
I found this very relatable and helpful.
I am about to start a new life and was struggling with the points you mentioned.
I'll come back here in 4-5 months and share the success/progress points.
Wish me luck! 🤗
Thank you Ronald. I’ve just hit the pause button off my day and recorded the video in Russian which I didn’t want to record because it’s difficult. But it turned out really good. I am getting better and better. I shouldn’t have a negative view on my Russian. It’s I’m still a beginner in Russian, but I am figuring it out, I’m making steps forward, big steps. Thank you so much 🙏
Keep growing and learning on your journey my friend!!
@@RonaldLBanks Danke 💜 thank you 💛 gracias 🧡 merci 💙 grazie 💚 спасибо ❤️
Today I am saving this in my meditation playlist.Just because his voice and words are like meditation itself. Believe me it's really therapeutic.
do you have a podcast? your voice is so convincing and inspiring, you'd be great at podcasting. lol
Yes! It’s titled “Where Do I Start”
www.ronaldlbanks.com/podcast
Thank you for this!
I’m glad I could share this with you!!
I haven't been here in a while but nice new look.
Thank you!
As usual, a good video!
Very thought provoking. Incredible. Thank you 🙏❤
I’m really happy this resonated with you Jennifer! Glad I had an opportunity to share this with you!
Your opening lines though. 🙆♂️🙆♂️😭😭😭 Thank you for this video.
Thank you for this video. It's perfectly on time for the season of transition I am in.
You are amazing to watch.
Thank you so much! I’m glad you’re enjoying my content!
Brilliant 💚 Love this makes so much sense
Powerful message, thank you!
Thank you Ronald, time to move out my comfort zone and quickly make a few notes to keep me on track but not an essay as that will just be procrastination 😅.
Take care from Ceredigion Wales UK.
What a wonderful video to start the day with! Thank you! Really enjoying the conversations on this channel 😊
Thank you so much Jörg! I’m glad my content and the conversations we have are resonating with you!
Great storytelling!
Another excellent video 👍
thank you! i needed this video today!
Very sharp observations! Loved this.
Amazing! Came on the right time!
Happy I had an opportunity to share this with you Bach!
@@RonaldLBanks Thank you Sir! More power to you. Stay safe always.
Deep and True
I love your videos. Your advice is great and you are so intelligent and helpful. Thanks
Thank you so much Nancy! I love that you’re loving my content!
I think a huge problem is that people "get tired of living their life for everyone else" and "finally decide to do things their way regardless of the way it makes someone else feel. "It is better to give than it is to receive "
These words ring true through and through...unless you are truly a narcissistic or psychopathic individual. If you're a giving, loving person who always puts others first, not only will you find true contentment, but your name will be known in your town, people will love you and trust you.
Serve others and stop living for yourself. Look where its got you, right? Empty or always complaining and never being happy. In my practice I've seen this so many times. So sad how easy contentment is to obtain.
Yes indeed
People have to learn to be present.
I learned recently that life isn't all about grades and school and now that I've broken out of that stressful routine, I don't know what I want. Where do I go from here? Who am I as a person?
“For we have brought nothing into the world, and neither can we carry anything out. So, having food and clothing, we will be content with these things”😊
Thank you! ☺️✨
Well said. Thanks!
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching my friend! I’m glad you enjoyed this.
I feel so called out right now! 😂
Loved the video; everything resonated way too hard!
I love this video! I will keep it forever and I'll watch it every time I feel down and hate my life - which is a lot. Watching your videos often help and this video is the best. 😀👍❤️
Thank you. 😀
Don’t hate yourself or life Jens! Life is amazing with so many opportunities available to us! Spend some time with yourself and determine what it is you want! Once you have that foundation, start building!!
Much needed for my brain ♥️ peace
THANK YOU 🙏
such an on time word!
Love your channel.
Thank you so much!!
Thank you very much, really well explained and great tips!
Thank you for the help you have provided!
Great video,keep it up!🇨🇲