“How we spend our days, is how we spend our lives.” That is a good thing to remember…daily ☺️ thanks, Sophie.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

🥰

@daniqsaa

2 жыл бұрын

I was inspired by that too! Really it's the day-to-day that matters :)

@TD-vb6il

2 жыл бұрын

That statement hit like a ton of bricks for me. So simple yet, whoa.

@rickykuko2994

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sophie ☺️ Sorry to bother you again!! Did Your Houses & Roads & Beaches get damaged by the crazy MAUI Storms Recently???? Thanks for letting us almost like family community know if you all suffered storm damage.... Take Care Team Sophie 😍

@Ced8811

Жыл бұрын

I agree ☝️

*“When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” - Jean Shinoda Bolen*

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️

@waelfaraj6705

2 жыл бұрын

Yes ...

@maryrosetimbol869

2 жыл бұрын

New here, just starting to love ur 3 posts.. Inspiring 💖💖

@michellepacheco2178

9 ай бұрын

🙌 yes

When I feel stressed about too many things, I always take a minute to step back and to tell myself: "You don't have to do it all at once." - That always helps ❤

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I love that you catch yourself before you start to feel overwhelmed!

I resonate with you when you said we create these arbitrary rules/ goals for ourselves and feel guilty when we don’t achieve them. I used to write daily to-do lists, and feel guilty if I didn’t complete them all in one day. I was sick of feeling like a failure, and beating myself up, so I decided to do a weekly to-do list, rather than daily. That way, I’m giving myself room for “life” and keeping myself accountable. I think any small changes you can make in your habits, patterns, and routines, can bring drastic results in an unexpected way. Thank you got sharing your thoughts ♥️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

It's so silly how we do that right? Maybe we're socially conditioned make rules and follow them? I don't know. Giving ourselves room for life is the most important thing. This should be taught in schools :) I wish I had known earlier. Thanks sis ❤

@catharinab8860

2 жыл бұрын

I used to do this as well. Shifting from a daily to a weekly todo has been a gamechanger. I also like to do top three priorities for the week, when I’ve finished them I feel great.

Living in the present moment totally, 100 % focus on NOW without giving my imagination the chance to run wild about tomorrow is what is keeping "stress" out of my life. Forever grateful.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I think that's key to being more content!

Single, disabled, female home owner. Have 5,224 square foot lot to maintain by myself at age 47. House was horribly flipped. One expensive problem after another. I get preyed upon by contractor scams because I have no husband. I tried to have a nice yard. My whole lot is stricken with blight. I LOVE gardening! I get to watch all of my trees, shrubs, lawn, and bulbs slowly die. 😔 I cannot even enjoy gardening. Everything I want to plant will just die. The overwhelm is incredible. No family support. So alone. 😞💔 I am suddenly apathetic now. Just give up. Live in a crappy house with a crappy yard for the remainder of my life isn't a great feeling.

Hi Ms. Sophie. Thanks you for this video. “The reason many people in our society are miserable, sick, and highly stressed is because of an unhealthy attachment to things they have no control over.” ― Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ thanks for sharing this quote. It resonates with me. I still need these reminders

4:45 "[...] that the song transitions are seamless" * song transitions seamlessly * Brilliant ;)

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for noticing :)

@jerome1913

2 жыл бұрын

@@MalamaLifeHaha I have very high standards for myself and give a lot of attention to details too. I tend to notice and enjoy when people have the same kind of ethics.

Honestly, I just need someone to talk about my problems face to face but I literally have no one which just causes me want to commit but I’m trying to push through

This was so timely. I've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed lately

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you take care of yourself!

Your videos are my lifesaver

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ awww. thank you. I'm so happy to hear that

Everytime I watch your video, it makes me feel calmer instantly...the voice, the aesthetic and the whole vibe itself is so soothing🤍🤌

@MalamaLife

3 ай бұрын

So happy to hear that :)

You’re one of those “people” help me start a calm morning I called it “my moment”

You know! When I follow to do something like you, my life is better than before. Thank you for this content♥️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ that's so sweet of you. Thank you.

Just what I needed. These last couple of days.. I have been going through it. Thank you for this ❤🤗.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

It's been gloomy and rainy here on Maui, so I have been going through it too. ❤️ take care of yourself!

Your videos are absolutely beautiful! So calming, well paced, Don't worry about the extra 20%.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much :) that's really kind

Hearing about the 5 minute rule I wanted to share this: studies have shown that when you start doing something (anything, also things you don't want to do) for 2 minutes, your brain automatically wants to keep doing it (to finish the task, you just have to get it going)

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

This happens to me all the time. The starting is really the hardest part!

@Plethorality

2 жыл бұрын

but starting.. deciding/ finding where or what to start, when dread and overwhelm has overtaken... its beem difficult, lately. this, too, shall pass...

@larkfly9273

2 жыл бұрын

@@Plethorality you're so right! I feel this way too

@3:06 The simple mindfulness activities that you mentioned, are often ways that quickly help snap me out of the thick of feeling stressed/overwhelmed & back into the present moment. Thanks for the reminder, Sophie! 🤗💚🙏🏾

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! glad you can relate ❤️ always helps me

I can relate to this topic so much! I am normally a positive person but the idea of my new job stresses me a lot as I will be working with very vulnerable people and that’s never easy! Just got out of training and tomorrow it’s the first day ‘on the field!’ So nervous about it but I am determined to do the best I can and not blame myself for situations that I won’t be able to control! Sorry for talking so much about me on this comment Sophie, clearly the topic triggered something that was inside of me! I do feel better now after watching you, you always know exactly what to say and how to say it! ❤️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you the best of luck Mihaela ❤️ I think the fact that you care so much already shows how good you will be at your job. Best of luck!!

I don't usually write a comment here in KZread, but I really want to say thank you for all the videos you are uploading and to you too, it made me appreciate life more and made me realize to value every single day/time that we have. You are a blessing 🙂

The only channel I have subscribed to is yours. It's very peaceful to listen to you and those tips you give are realistic and priceless. I really can't thank you enough. ❤

thank you for this

This year has been so so stressful, I’m using my channel to de stress and find myself! Loving the creativity in this!

*Kona coffee bean eyes are so cute; I use the 5 minute rule to reset my bedroom and livingroom every morning. It's amazing what you can do in that short amount of time happy holidays to you and your fam* 😊💕

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! it's so true. Also when I get started, I end up doing a lot more :) Happy holidays Deandra! ❤️

I'm glad I found this video. Most of the time, whenever I feel stressed and unmotivated I go to channels that I'm already subscribed to and find videos that is relevant to what I am feeling. Today I decided to just type something in the search bar not the channel but what I needed. I'm so happy I did. You're voice is very soothing... right after a fraction of second hearing it I immediately tapped the subscribe and like button. This video is exactly what I needed, you translated my feelings into words, thank you!

I always remind myself to stay in the moment. To remember to put out the energy that I want to get back. At almost 56 I am able to look back and realize that the things I thought were hard or bad or Stressed me out, were actually nothing more than a lesson or a moment. I wish I had not allowed them to effect my life. Remember we are spiritual beings having a human experience. Put out positive and you will get positive. Find JOY in every day. Remember to live for those who can not. Blessings to everyone here. Don’t stress , choose joy. 🍑🧡🙌🏻Lisa

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

love this so much Lisa. thank you ❤️

@PeachesSkinCare

2 жыл бұрын

@@MalamaLife Thank you for allowing me to reply with love. Such a beautiful space. 🙌🏻🧡

I have no idea how I ended up watching your videos but I'm glad I did. What I learned from your videos is I need to take my time and not rush on life. Stay calm, have patience and just live life. Not worrying about what happen or what's going to happen. I started exercising and that has helped a lot. Thanks.

I try to be in nature at least 10 minutes each day, it grounds me and I enjoy the fresh air. It shifts my focus and relaxes me in a way nothing else can 🌲 I really feel the difference if I haven’t been able to get out during the day.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I feel the same when I'm out in nature. It's simple, but powerful

I truly believe that “the beginning is always the hardest part”… for the past few months I’ve been so overwhelmed studying and preparing for my exams but now I’m in such a good place because I have been trying my best to keep a consistent schedule. I’ve been going at it one day at a time and not procrastinating and I have seen tremendous results plus my mental and physical health is better than before. Watching your videos has such a positive impact on me knowing that I am not alone in my struggles. Thank you Sophie 💕

Hi, Sophie, it’s still 6:38 in the morning here. This came in right at the ideal time. Woke up and scrolled youtube ( Unhealthy, I know, did it anyway, lol). Was feeling stressed and overwhelmed lately. The points that you mentioned here in the video seemed so effective and rational and it felt resonated right away. Your personal experiences that you share through your videos has brought so many positive changes in my life, too. And, this video of yours made me feel so collected, relaxed and brought ease in many ways. Thank you for putting up something like this which everybody can relate.❤️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Good morning! I'm so happy that this resonated with you. I think we're all a bit stressed and overwhelmed, especially since it's near the end of the year. I hope that this video was a bit of calm that you needed to start your day right :) thanks for watching

One day I will be in Maui and meet Sophie randomly somewhere when she is filming her beautiful videos. I am just putting it out there for the universe to plan it for me. Love You Sophie!

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

that would be the BEST ❤️

‘Relax, nothing is under control’ and “This shall pas too’ are my favourite quotes when i feel overwhelmed. 🙏🏻✨✨✨❤️ thank you (again) for sharing this beautiful video❤️🇱🇺

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

just reading those phrases makes me calm and collected :)

@hshdhhshshs4715

2 жыл бұрын

Hi

Your videos are perfect, they relax me. I come everytime I feel overwhelmed thank you I appreciate you 🙏🏽

Your voice is soo calming . Just love this video ❤️. Thank you😊❤️

@MalamaLife

2 күн бұрын

😊 thank you

You have a unique way of cutting through all of the noise and clutter that can fill our minds, as you remind us of the truly important parts of living life well. Thank you for being such a positive help with each of your videos. You are very much appreciated!

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Stephen :)

Love this, such a good reminder of the small things we need to appreciate 🥰

Thank you for sharing . I totally needed to hear this.

This is very calming, thank you for making this video 🥺❤️

I have been so busy soph, life as an accountant! You’re videos always bring me some peace during my crazy hours. Many blessings to you!!!

Thanks a million for making this.... just thank you.

Your content is indeed a game changer for me and your videos are transforming my life! Thanks won't be enough for your precious efforts which you put in for changing the lives of others! But I truly appreciate your efforts from the bottom of my heart ❤

This is very good advise , thank you so so much. This is what I need at this moment

I think just listening to this channel is a great way to relieve stress! It's half an ASMR experience and half good advice.

Happy to hear you are doing what feels good for you mentally and physically. I did notice all the things you do in your videos 😃 you are so gifted. I'm too sick to work, but when we hired folks at my other jobs for videography and editing some of them spent thirty minutes combined filming and editing for a $1k - $3k project 😬 so it definitely shows to me how much time and effort you put into your YT videos. You make the best videos 🥰 I just found your channel a few days ago

It's soooooo true about it's the small things that are stressors too not just dramas and they can all add up and bring a person down boundaries is key and as I am getting more intentional about enforcing my boundaries I am able to keep out the stress in my life. Thanks for sharing Sophie especially this time of the year... Your dogs are beautiful and so well behaved. I have a cat🐾💜

I love your videos. They are very helpful to me. Very relaxing and centering amid our crazy daily life. ♥️

I love the end when you talked about redirecting our attention to what we do have control over. I sometimes think about what I have control over, but then let other things creep in such as "how will others receive this?" or "I want to move up north right now". Thank you for refreshing my perspective 💙

I love how calming your voice is 😌.

your soothing voice gave me some peace. thanks for your advice and the work you put into making this video

I seriously feel relaxed when i see ur videos thank you ❤️

I absolutely love your content, so much love passion and purpose in all of the videos ❤️

I really appreciate your gentle approach to life. I always found myself stressing over things that gets on the way. Now, I working on incorporating your words in dealing situations. Thank you for sharing your words of wisdom.❣️❣️❣️

I’m looking forward to a better year, when it comes to my approach on handling stress & overwhelming situations. 🙏🏾

I've been feeling overwhelmed and surprisingly this one video helped me so much. Thank you ❤️

I adore the way of your storytelling it is truly beautiful!

Watching your video is a big healing for me

You make me feel relax and clear every time i watch you 😩💗💗

Thank you Malama. Wonderful video.

As always, calm, peaceful and inspirational. You are such a blessing.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ thanks Matt

That is exactly how I feel, I have so many tiny things to do and accomplish, that I am stressed all the time and I feel like I do and do but never accomplish anything, so thank you for this video ❤ by the way, your videos are the most beautiful I watch, you do every week a perfect video, enjoy your week Sophie

Wow. Your video was just the soothing kind of energy I needed right now. I really enjoyed listening to you, beautifully made. 🦋 Thank you

The fear of failure and the uncontrollable events really took a great toll on my mental health

Hi Sophie!! I dont commen often but I always watch ur videos and love how calm and beautiful each of them are. Sometimes, I just turn on ur video and listen to them as well. Thank you for awesome videos. Please don't forget that we appreciate your videos. Thanks!

Simply delightful. Your voice and calmness are divine!

You videos are so calming. I am watching the videos I have seen videos again. Getting so inspired and in another frequency. Thank you for your care with your videos.

Under "perfectionism" - I relate so strongly to having trained myself to constantly look for mistakes. I needed this message today. Thank you for helping to relieve that weight!

Thanks you I was about to end my life but your videos keeps me healing my mind. Thank you Malama Life

I love your videos and the calming energy you exude:) thank yoy !

I just have started to watch all your videos every night before going to bed .they are so effective in our life and mostly you talk a bout the matters that happen in others life and we get one at this moments and realize that we are not the one whom has this kind of problems.tnx Sophia

Your videos are therapeutic ❤️

This message just came at the right,thank you Sophie.This was a tough few days for me

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear that Linda. Take care of yourself. Better days are ahead

1. Schedule your time/day 2. Find mindful practices that work for you . 3. Progress over perfection 4. Never underestimate 5 minute 5. Is it in my control?

This one really hits home… Thank you for sharing ❤️

this is exactly what I need! Since this is my last year on college, everything just so overwhelming and sometimes I can't help myself.. having busy but still unproductive day.. and bad thoughts on every nights.. that's not something I want to do in my life.. I will get myself back and taking care of myself while still doing things.. it's should not be that hard! thankyou for sharing this Sophie

*Excellent tips Sophie for giving yourself time to take a break or practice mindfulness. We live in a world where we're constantly sent messaging that we have to work all the time and do so in a way where nothing less than perfection is acceptable. A video like this is vital to understand that isn't the case, rather it's detrimental to your wellbeing*

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad my video can be a reminder ❤️:)

Love this insight. Thank you for sharing.. I love rainy days, I've always found them so calming. 💜

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

I love rainy days for that same reason :)

I am a new subscriber. I am so happy to have found your channel. Thank you!

Hello. I've been waiting for your new video. It's a great video. Thanks.

I got a new mobile made me loose all my subscriptions sooo grateful I found you back 🥰

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Deborah! welcome back ❤️

Your voice is more effective than therapy ♡ go ahead girl

This is my new favourite channel on yt, and i found it today. Love you`re content soo much

Thank you Sophie! Great video, lots of beautiful little nuggets of wisdom to think about!

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ thanks for watching

Thank you so much. This is so helpful

You know I could have watched it another 15 minutes, it was so motivating and real. Thanks a lot Sophie.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ I'm so glad!

Sophie, thank you so much for your channel. I enjoy your videos immensely. 💜

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

so happy to hear that :)

I always find your videos perfect Sophie...watching them bring me peace and joy. The ambiance is so much calm and your thoughts very clever. Thank your for that.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ thank you Laurence!

There's an instinctual smile that happens when watching a video of yours! 😊 🤯 !!!FOR THE MASSAGE!!! Throw in as many *I am" decrees as you can find

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

🥰 haha yay!!

Placing an emphasis on balance for work load and our personal life is so important. I encourage setting "time goals" to create free time in our work and personal schedule.

Your sincerity in every regard is very helpful & motivating!!!

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

❤️ thank you so much

this was a much-needed reminder for my mental health. thank you so so much

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

🥰 happy to hear that!

God I love you so much, cant sleep without watching your video. You have changed my entire life 😩🥹 sending loads of prayers your way. I wish i could meet you

Hi Sophie, you do have a very nice community of subscribers. I agree, I’m 52 and I try to remember that people don’t give us near the thought we think they are. So if we do make a mistake, it’s very likely they didn’t even notice, and even if they did, how much of their time do we think they’re spending thinking about it/us?? We often give ourselves way too much credit. Great topic today. Watching from Michigan 🦌🎄 .

Malala im huge fan of your lighting and blocking a shot techniques, such lovely video essays.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

yay! thank you :)

I LOVE your channel, your work, and your voice! You're voice is so soothing ❤️.

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

aw thank you so much!!

Have I told you how much I love your videos? You re like a fresh breeze into the day, much needed and unique. Thank you ❤️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

You're so sweet. thank you! it means a lot.

Really needed to hear this today.. thank you!

Thank you Sophie... I am in a loop of depression and watching your video is so calming.... Thank you..

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

sending you much love

We love you Malama ❤️

*Thank you for this beautiful video Sophie.* It made me breathe a little deeper, feel a little calmer, and gain a little more perspective (not gonna lie, I did tear up a bit at one point too). I've been feeling quite overwhelmed with all the things I need to do to prepare for my wedding and moving home, and the more things I have to do, the more I seem to procrastinate. These simple ideas you've shared (I particularly like the idea of the five minute rule and can relate to what you said about holding ourselves to arbitrary standards) have helped me feel hopeful about creating more of a sense of ease and peace in my life. As always, sending you best wishes and hugs from Scotland ❤

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you big hugs and much love from Maui ❤️ I'm so excited for this new chapter in your life Kat! As stressful as it may be at times, I hope you enjoy every step of the way :)

I hear every morning your blog. Thank you so much ❤️

@MalamaLife

2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much!!