While you are at the beginning of your adult life, I am near the end. At 76 it has taken me 50 some years to learn what you have learned in far less time. Blessings to you!

@danherrick5785

Жыл бұрын

76 is the new 56

@ceaceagogo

Жыл бұрын

Me too..67

@tbreg606

Жыл бұрын

You are still so young. My mother in law is 95 and still laughing every day. God Bless you always and much love. 🥰🤗

@paulkim7870

Жыл бұрын

Paola has been through a lot at such a young age. Internal suffering, for some, has a way of bringing wisdom through a forced change in perspective on life. She is an old soul on the inside, manifested outwardly through a childlike innocence and purity. This is why she is a real life angel and a gift to us all.

@dougjensen8838

Жыл бұрын

Me too. I’m 71 and I am always impressed by this beautiful young woman!

PART 2 coming soon! I will go into detail with techniques I use to spend mindfully. My cold lowered my voice a bit this week, hopefully it isn’t too noticeable! I was traveling visiting my grandmother

@kvenkat4794

Жыл бұрын

Waiting

@stevenreed3272

Жыл бұрын

Hi Paola, I was getting a tickle in the back of my throat like I had a cold coming on too this morning. I designed a machine for making colloidal silver and electro-medicine. Treated the area with my colloidal silver, and within an hour all symptoms had abated. I love that you're making your own tinctures, and nothing is wasted. You're tapping in to your inner alchemist or mad scientist. This week, I made cheese for the first time, and it turned out really well. Seeing you and others being creative inspires all of us to do the same. Much Love to you

@kvenkat4794

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenreed3272 hii hello how are you ?

@stevenreed3272

Жыл бұрын

@@kvenkat4794 hello Kondeti, I am well

@kvenkat4794

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenreed3272 I want to make a conversation with you is there any chance

I always watch your videos whenever I am having trouble sleeping, overthinking a lot and being just overwhelmed about everything, I always feel calmed after just watching and listening to you

🙋‍♀️🍀I am 69 and live on social security. For the last several years, I carry a notebook in my pickup truck, and I write down every penny I spent when I venture into town. It helps to really see where the money goes. 👍🍀🙋‍♀️

@leannehendrickson376

Жыл бұрын

I grew up doing that... It was SO HELPFULL..gave clarity

@seczajkowski

Жыл бұрын

You can see that on your personal account online. Usually banks with have a pie chart where all your funds go on your personal account. It does help.

@crazylady..

Жыл бұрын

@@seczajkowski 😁Not everyone lives in your techno world, thank goodness. Many of us are "old school", and still deal with cash and yes, even pennies 😊 my paper 📜 may have many, many, uses, and perhaps even keep me warm. Excuse me, while I put another log on the fire. 🍀good luck🍀

@candyclews4047

Жыл бұрын

I do the same and I factor in a treat - in my case, it's enjoying a milky latte and brownie at my favourite cafe each week.

@pinkroses135

Жыл бұрын

❤

Saving $20 a week =$1000 at end of year. My Dad always said when I was a frivolous teen spender is it a need or want-that always has stuck with me.

My husband and I will have been married for 24 years this May. We have spent our whole married life focusing on setting ourselves up to be financially stable, living very minimally yet enjoying things too like books and entertainment, as well as a few family holidays and indulging our kids every now and then. I have no regrets about living this way. It has brought many rewards.

@Dana-mb1hd

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 24 years that’s wonderful! Any advice for young/newly wed couples?! I’d love to hear!

@TJ-kz1ul

Жыл бұрын

@@Dana-mb1hd thank you ❤️ I never feel that I have advice to share about life as I am still learning lol. I guess, reflecting back, I would say, take care of each other, always have each other's backs especially if inlaws or family start to criticize. Apologize and forgive, learn to communicate during arguments, give each other lots of space to be their own person. Oh and lastly, you do not have to sleep in the same bed to have a good relationship. My husband is a terrible snorer, goes to bed much later than I do, and we are both easily awaken by the other, so we've slept in separate beds for many years and get much better sleep because of it. I wish you all the best in your life 🤗🤗

@Dana-mb1hd

Жыл бұрын

@@TJ-kz1ul thank you so much for taking the time to reply back! I will definitely keep these things in mind with my own relationship thank you so much and God bless💖

@aadityaverma9188

Жыл бұрын

​@@TJ-kz1ulI wish Your Is Always be Happy......Lots of Love 💖✨

@sagebay2803

Жыл бұрын

@@TJ-kz1ul I love this. I have been married for 33 years...and, YES..definitely separate bedrooms...plus: a sense of humor. Txs for sharing!

Excerpt from Paola's video today: "We are safe right now. We are secure right now. And we just need to take deep breaths. Be generous, and support others, and be involved in our community. Have faith that we will find our way." ~ Luke. Wise words. Wise man. Blessings to you and your home, and your KZread community, Paola.

I've come to the conclusion that I don't really need much of anything anymore, but to just have meaningful things around me that reflect my inner self and bring me peace. Being alone these days, and with minimal contact with others, I've come to cherish a more simple and minimalistic approach and making due with what I have. Decisions in life can sometimes lead you into a life or death consequence. Be wise in your decision!!

@doloreslujansalvador2644

Жыл бұрын

Charles, I am Lola. what you write is giving me many thoughts anout myself. wjat you desvribe is exactly what I am experiencing. Does any one know why there is shopping addiction, shopaholics? and what to do with the stuff if one thinks one likes all the things What to do? many thanks for a replay.

@charlesmiddleton3247

Жыл бұрын

@@doloreslujansalvador2644 I have known many others that have "it all" in life with material wealth and money! Yet, so many of these individuals are so unhappy, unfulfilled so they buy something to fill a void in their lives. This can get out of hand for many as they accumulate more and more! Addictions are difficult to get out of, once you allow yourself to continue down that path... Yet, you Can break the habit if you "will" yourself to not go in that direction! I simply ask you to be kind to yourself, nurture your heart and soul and be gentle with You! Remember, you are a blessing and are worthy of greater things... I hope this might help you in some way. Namaste!! Stay Strong!

@keiraLeeYuna

Жыл бұрын

A simplicidade de vida encanta

@lindazhang8004

Жыл бұрын

so true !

Paola, this week’s video made me cry. I’m so scared. I’m going through divorce and as a teacher I’m financially destitute right now. I had raisins for dinner because that was all that was in my cabinet. I don’t know what’s going to happen in an hour, in a month, in a year but I’m safe. Thank you for getting me through tonight.

@justmecinnamon

Жыл бұрын

Faith will comfort you. I have been where you are. Prayer brought me peace and Jesus always provided. It is difficult time, but these are times to lean in to who you are and what you know as truth. Blessings

@tinaluu9810

Жыл бұрын

Praying for you. Keep your faith. Don't be afraid to lean on your loved ones.

@rushingwindmountain

Жыл бұрын

Yes, hang in there and where there is life there is hope. As Paola said take stock of all that is still good in your life and that will help carry you through this phase, Julie.

@pinkroses135

Жыл бұрын

​@@justmecinnamon Amen

@TheCottageFairy

Жыл бұрын

Sending you a big hug ❤❤ thank you for sharing, sending good wishes for a bright future full of healing 🙏

After moving my parent into assisted living / having to empty an entire house of "stuff" has shifted my ideas of what is enough. It's very powerful removing clutter / only keeping the items that bring me enjoyment or help me continue sports / outside activities.

@TheCottageFairy

Жыл бұрын

We went through something rather similar years ago, it also affected me to go through so much clutter and realize that I wanted to do things differently. Thank you for your thoughtful comment, I know many can relate. Best wishes.

@richhudnut5110

Жыл бұрын

@@TheCottageFairy One other interesting thing is that my mothers maiden name was Merrill as well... Small world...

More wisdom from a beautiful lady in a beautiful home living a beautiful life. You are a blessing to YT and a joy to watch!

I love that you brought up the problem of purchasing to avoid dealing with certain feelings we may have. It’s a great reminder to take a step back and think about WHY we’re really buying in the first place! ✨

You have no idea how much you inspire me to be a better person and to not be too hard on myself. Thank you for your kind presence. Much love to you and your family 💕

@senbebe3320

Жыл бұрын

Yess me too I am always so inspired by her wisdom ^^

@barefootpony

Жыл бұрын

Our feelings are very similar, Paola is a breath of fresh air and a great comfort to so many of us 💞

@pinkroses135

Жыл бұрын

​@@barefootpony agreed

Beautiful post. I'm not buying any clothes this year either. Instead of feeling deprived, I feel deeply grateful for the clothes I do have. I have everything I could need for pretty much any occasion, and am content.

I love this. I grew up poor and it taught me many valuable lessons about how to live frugally. How to pay attention to my emotions because retail therapy was simply not an option. I am deeply connected to nature and never lost that connection. I feel grateful that a materialistic life never took hold. It got harder as I grew up into my own person and started making way more than I had as a child. I went through a couple years of overspending but realized that it never brought joy, it never fulfilled. And now, what I value the most is my time. And how I spend my time is equally as important as how I spend my money, maybe even more so. In times that I feel that urge to go buy cool/fun things I ask myself "have you gone on an adventure/outside today?" And I noticed it often hits when I have been cooped up inside. The instant cure is stepping outside and taking deep breaths, inhaling and exhaling gratitude for all that I have been given, the small and great things. A grateful heart is so important.

That's what I did yesterday, I mended a glove, hat, bedskirt that needed repairs You are a gem, I love your honesty with your inward struggles I know many including myself that have the same issues. It helps to know we're not alone😊

Thank you for the inspirational advice on money and living meaningfully. As a senior citizen who has struggled with lack for most of my life, it's time to embrace my personal life experiences that have become priceless now, and that brings much thankfulness.

So happy for you feeling safe and sharing your thoughts and art with the world . . . I hope your walk with your mother was enjoyable. Treasure her while you can.💕

"Right at this moment I am safe and I don't need anything to grow." That really resonated with me... Thank you!

It sounds like your husband is so helpful 😊😊 I was taking a 'Grounding' course and the instructor really emphasized the idea of being safe in the present moment. She said she'd ask people are you safe? People said things like, "well maybe I'm not safe because this could happen or this. " and she'd say, "That wasn't the question. Are you safe in this moment? Are you safe right now? ". It was eye opening 💖

@kristahayenga7199

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it seems if we all realized that we would save our planet.

I delight in giving my creative godmother your prints as gifts for special feast days

You are such a wise and insightful young woman! God Bless You!

Spring is promised. But sometimes nature needs a little bit more rest. Longer winters.....nature waits & pushes the snooze button. After the last couple years of weather so dry everywhere. I can completely understand her being so very tired and needing a little more rest. I live very near the area you are but on the east side & we are up into the 50's things are budding & its already pretty dry. Makes me kind of nervous about the fires & farms around us. Thank you for sharing your adventures. Have a blessed week my beautiful friend 💖 🌟

My Grammy Molly said to avoid 'too much stuff' .... one on, one in the draw and one in the wash. Now at almost 70 I'm trying to clear out my house of 'stuff' that came to me as family members passed....it's hard. Today I'm Blessed to have everything I need and don't want for anything and my home is almost paid off. I hope you and your Mom had a wonderful walk together...just enjoy gentle one and do what brings you peace, healing and joy each day.💜💜💜

I am 60 years old, let go of everything I couldn't fit into a suitcase, and lugged 300# of journals and quilt tops and scraps...anything irreplaceable across the country to western Washington on a train. I can say that if was eye-opening to hassle with what has become all of my worldly possessions. In the end, nothing matters but people and experiences and memories when even those are gone. I live with less, everything that is left fills my heart with the joys of remembrance.

Praying blessings over your future. I know you will make a wonderful mother when the the time is right. 😍

The best asmr channel that is not actually an asmr channel. That voice is manner from heaven.

How is it Paola that you are so absolutely perfect. In mind, in thought, in the way you dispense your wisdom. You help many with your messages. You bring so much joy to our world and yes, you are absolutely loved and safe. 💕🌸

@sherrimartin1057

Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly ! The way you put it in words is lovely....

@LifewithAlegria

Жыл бұрын

@@sherrimartin1057 thank you Sherri! Great minds…right?

@sarasaoudi2926

Жыл бұрын

It's on Algerian words thaabeell ❤️

Paola, you’re a breath of fresh air and I just adore you! Thanks for your inspirational words. You reminded me to look around and remember all that I’m grateful for ❤️

@rushingwindmountain

Жыл бұрын

Yes, indeed, this is a very good video and I too need to take stock of the abundance I have and not worry about what I don’t have.

How refreshing that you wake up in the mornings looking for opportunities to love life and appreciate who you are and the things you have. Thrifting is therapeutic for me as it allows me to take things and give them a different purpose. Keep shining as spring is coming soon to your village!

Your videos are always relaxing and grounding. And I find myself feeling hope for my own future, thank you for sharing your life and wise words with us!

@TheCottageFairy

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad that they feel relaxing ❤ much appreciated, warm wishes

It looks like spring there! So beautiful! We are still buried in snow. Gratitude is so very important! Great message! Simplicity is a gift from God!

I too am trying to curate what I buy and analyze why I buy it. This is why I bought a few items from your Etsy shop this month- some stickers to share and a small print for myself. I always love supporting artists if I do indulge 🥰

@TheCottageFairy

Жыл бұрын

Oh!! Thanks so much! That means a lot ❤ wishing you the best on your journey

@samshetty3590

Жыл бұрын

you do know she is making minimum 6 to 10k dollars each month with her videos right. if you want to really support then support the local artists who need the help not someone whose family is rich and also makes lot of money from youtube.

@plaidchucks

Жыл бұрын

@@samshetty3590 So should we not buy from artists who are finally successful? Paola’s art and videos make me happy and add value to me life. Therefore I was happy to make a purchase from her. Don’t get me wrong, I do like to support local artists as well (I don’t know why you would assume that I don’t already.) My big thing is not supporting corporations pumping out massed produced items if I’m buying art.

Your videos always make my stop and think. I do tend to fill my empty days with purchases. I know I have what I truly need. Although this still doesn’t stop me from wanting. I grew up with very limited possessions. We were not poor but just enough for food and bills. No extras anywhere. When I was finally on my own I with “I see this, I want this”. I was working full time so I could afford my wants. Now I sit in my house and I am surrounded by stuff. Wish I had had really thought about the things I was purchasing and my needs, not my wants. I have decided to keep what I truly love and give away to charity those that I don’t. We have a local church that distributes free clothing to the needy. Spring cleaning is starting soon. Thanks for making me see things in a different way. Hopefully Spring is on its way 😁

@anavidreader277

Жыл бұрын

I really recommend you start tracking your purchases so you can see where your money is actually going and follow the wait at least 48 hours before purchasing anything - these have been the two most helpful tips for more mindful spending :)

I froze at the first frame. I first thought it was a movie scene, then a fairytale, then I heard your voice. What a dreamy Botanical garden !!!

I’m 61 and just bought a tiny sample of perfume because it would remind me of my grandmother… mandarin orange and honeysuckle. Maybe I’ll try making a bigger batch thanks to your how to video on making perfume. ❤

@denisehoward177

Жыл бұрын

That perfume sounds wonderful; I'm sure you would derive joy in making that.

Thank you for another beautiful video. 💚🍀

I just mentioned to my daughter yesterday, it may be time ti change gears and rethink. She loves the city even though we always lived in the country. She works in the entertainment industry which is not always steady to pay the bills. I want her to come back to the country and relax some. I fear the city life is stressing her out. When she visits my mules and plays with the goats she is always laughing. (Natural clowns, mules and goats.) 😄🌼🐝

Loved the fairy garden and door! Did you knock? Love you and your videos, also your wonderful Etsy shop!❤

I love watching your videos while painting! You're really soothing and calming which makes me (maybe paradoxically) energetic while drawing. Thank you so much for sharing.

@TheCottageFairy

Жыл бұрын

Oh! Wonderful! ❤ thank you so much!

Another beautiful video ❤ I am laying on the bed with my fairy lights and candles softly lighting my room while listening to your gentle voice.

Watching a beautiful person in a beautiful place. Thanks for posting.

I'm so Grateful because I watched this Beautiful video of Paola 🥰♥️💐😍♥️, Thank you for making lovely videos 💐💐💐💐

Thank you for this wonderful video. Have a relaxing walk with your mom!

The first thing my granddaughter noticed when she entered our guestroom was the small prints that I purchased on your Etsy shop. She thought they were magical! ✨️

Always such a sweet weekend treat to watch your video, Paola! And there is always such calm joy and beauty as the takeaway. Thank you! 💜🙏🕊

I really like this. I've always been a thriftstore shopper, but this year i began mending clothes, not feeling like buying much. I went through the winter with all my old clothes. As i get older, certain things matter less, and other things matter more. The first time i met him my 80 year old acupuncturist said to me, "Simple life is best." Like your videos, this felt very supportive to me in a world that wants me to want things that don't increase my sense of wellbeing or happiness. I haven't watched for awhile but am glad i came back.

Paintings have a painter. Buildings have a builder. All creation we enjoy has a Creator. Creation is ever so beautiful knowing that our loving God made it for us as a gift our enjoyment! ❤

That is the most beautiful greenhouse I have ever seen! ❤️

Paola, beautiful young bride… I have watched you for so long, and you are glowing more than ever. I have watched you become so confident, and grow through these seasons of life. How amazing !

Wow. Spring has arrived in the northern mountains. At last!

I used to love blending essential oils and making shower gels too. One of my favourite experiences was making a perfume at the Cotswold Perfumery. The gardens look beautiful and reminded me of a few gardens we enjoyed last summer in Cornwall by the sea😍 Tea is another way I nurture my love of scent too:) I really enjoyed the video thank you and it can definitely be tempting to buy treasures of some kind to get through difficult times rather than pause for thought!:)Have a lovely weekend!💌💗

I know you probably don't even know where my country is, but I appreciate your softness... your words... They really made me feel much better cause I'm dealing with that stress that you were talking about. Thank you!

@joemachine4714

Жыл бұрын

I know where your country is, it's on Planet Earth. Am I wrong? 🤓

God bless you my dear young lady …,thank you ❤️I am 76 yrs old and enjoying life with the grace of the Lord !

Lots of love from India I just woke up and had Asian jasmine flowers beautiful smells scent all over the house because we have the Jasmin plants in front door I love watching your videos it makes me calm and reminds me of what my real goals are one day I'll buy a house where I can have a big front yard or back yard where I can plant my favourite plant and trees 🌳 😊 ❤.

All best wishes to you and your Luke. I've been blessed with two wonderful children. I have a contented, joyous life. We have also been dealing with snow for months and months, but we've managed.

The garden is so beautiful and peaceful ! It’s a pleasure for the eyes❤

As always I so enjoy your videos. I am thinking back to those different seasons of my life and smile as what I thought would be impossible has managed to be. Perhaps in a different form than I imagined but blessed. Be well and blessing for this new season.

Hello. I do have a kind of a wild-grown garden. But you, Cottage Fairy, inspired me to plant flowers in the balcony where there have never been any plants or flowers before. Now I also look forward to helping them grow and pamper them. I have now two baskets with colorful flower plants in pots, and plan to have two more baskets. They are blooming and my mother really enjoys the plants. Butterflies, birds, bees, and frogs might decide to come to be around them too. I now look forward to watching them in the morning and sending them some sweet and kind thought to them. I am kindly enjoying my flower plants as they thrive and bloom in the small balcony. Thank you and God bless you. ❤

A beautiful message! It touched my heart and it brought tears to my eyes. I loved the comment..."Today, I am safe." This vlog was beautifully done visually and instrumentally. To find beauty in the moment and to create it in our home or garden is a gift to cherish and nurture. Thank you for encouraging us to remain focused or to refocus and connect with our spirit and creation.

It's great to see you, how you're doing & what you're sharing 😊 I noticed in the making of your perfume you used aluminium foil to pour the essential oil through. Aluminium disturbes the qualities of herbs & things like oils. I read that a long time ago & since that I've noticed that everytime that I have moisturized my hands & then touched something of aluminium, I felt uncomfortably hot where my skin was in contact. So I hope you find something else you can make a nice funnel out of 🙏 the perfume will also last a lot longer if you contain it in dark coloured glass. I reuse the bottles from the oils I buy, which are great, but I like the lid you use better, than the ones that comes with these oils 😊 I want to mend my clothes as well, but haven't gotten around to it yet, but encourage me 😊🙏 Thank you for sharing & living the life you want to live 😇❤🙏

Oh sweet soul, starting a family, raising a little fairy of your own, how exciting!!!

Thank You for yet another powerful upload! I'm now at the stage of my life where I've organically grown into being a minimalist and a mindful consumer. The AHA MOMENT came in my mid-30s when I suddenly discovered that I had more than I needed and loved all that I had acquired. I concentrated on being an exceptional caretaker of what God Blessed me with, while refraining from adding additional unnecessary items that require time, effort, energy, and/or money to maintain. I enjoy the freedom that comes with keeping things I'm personally responsible for at a level requiring minimum effort. I too went through many ups and downs along my journey. Some employers paid more, while others offered less. Some areas in The States offered cheaper housing, while others demanded top dollar. The key to navigating the numerous unknowns for us was to control what we could by living below our means. Through it all, I've come to truly embrace Lao Tzu's statement that "in all of nature, no storm lasts forever".

When you said starting a family I couldn’t stop smiling!! One thing I feel is that you will be a fantastic mom!! Best wishes in your journey of life!!

@dimipapas

Жыл бұрын

I felt exactly the same and kept thinking how blessed a child would be to have a Mum like Paola ❣️

Thank you again for a beautiful video with a beautiful message

@jeffersonmorant215

Жыл бұрын

Hey, how are you doing and how is the weather over there?

Your work continues to be soothing

I was JUST thinking while watching the beginning of this beautiful video, that you'd be the most magical mother to a child/children one day. Hearing you'd like to start a family makes me SO VERY Happy in my soul! I'm 43 and still praying I can be a Momma. But knowing there are people like you who will raise the next generation, gives me such hope and peace. Hugs from Napa Ca my friend 🩷🌼

Starting a family is truly the biggest joy I've ever experienced. I'm 22 and being a mom is the hardest job you will love the most. Sending you my love 💙

Paola, Your channel simply calming and divive...as are you, as I person stuggling with illness your channel so beautiful... Your content is superb! Most of all being old enough to be your Mom, I would be so very proud of your accomplishments, and your wisdom for a young women, You are so so beautiful inside and out, your talents so vast.. Your family lovely, your husband and yourself are so evenly yoked..I wish you a lifetime of contentment and success in all you do. You do you perfectly, and your voice calming being yourself is a wonderful light to the world sweet one. God bless you & yours sweet one... Be well and stay true to yourself. You're stunning just exactly as you are!!

Your skirt is beautiful Paola, I do luv your style in clothes.Another beautiful video ❤ with meaningful words

Watching every penny is especially important right now! Things are getting a bit scary. I'm NO doomsdayer, but I am prepared. Loved this video...the botanical garden was beautiful. The images ypu choose to show us are so soothing.

I’m so excited you guys are talking about having children! I can’t wait to see how you are as a mother. I know your child’s life will be full of the simple natural things that warm our hearts. So happy for you 💕

Thanks you Paola!!

Thank you for sharing that beautiful garden with us - it was such a treat to see it.

I purchased the squirrel packet of art from your Etsy shop and love the artwork, bookmark and stickers. They are all so sweet and when I look at them, I feel transported into your fairy world of calm and peace. Thank you, Paola, for sharing your creativity with me. 💗

Merci à toi ❤️. J'avais besoin d'entendre ces mots que tu as dit.

So often at beautiful parks and zoos and gardens you unfortunately find loud or invasive influencers taking over a beautiful place and standing in front of the beauty they claim to care about, but this person actually likes what she surrounds herself with and is respectful of others and the area. I wish others would take after her-- she's a perfect example of how to film public spaces respectfully

Yes, good perspective. Also important that we all use our time, energy and resources to sow, grow and tend to things that create true peace, health and beauty in the world. Even if it’s meditation! A calm and clean home. A garden. Relationships.

Thank you for the advice to improve my mindset.

You are such a calm, smart and beautiful soul.

I'm so happy to hear you are considering starting a family. Whether it happens or not, being in the position where you can is a huge accomplishment. June

No matter if my day was stressful or sad, whenever I listen to your voice, it calms me down within seconds. You are such a pure and light soul! Thanks for being here on this planet and sharing your thoughts with us! An audiobook from you one day would be wonderful! I already love your written one:)

Malonūs, šilti vaizdai, bendravimas, balsas...💌

This was food for the soul.❤ Thank you, Paola. 🌸

it has been such a pleasure and a blessing to journey with you, to find new ways of coping with life's challenges, and to always be positive and open to the nuance of the universe taking good care of us if we let go and trust...your husband is wise, it sounds like he is a very intuitive man--a rare find...") i cannot thank you enough for sharing your calm, gentle spirit with us, oh, kindred spirit. my parents are cuban, and i truly appreciate your values on love and family. 💕💕

Yes!! Gratitude removes depression! Grateful every waking moment. Sweet Paola!!

To notice of some secrets of life at a young age iş a great value.

something about receiving the love that we give, resonated with me. Thank you for the unpretentious video, it was really refreshing and already looking forward to part 2! :)

How wonderful to wake to this lovely video!

The push to buy, buy, buy to me is so disturbing. So much waste, so much disposable stuff. When all you need to do is reuse things you have, support local thrift shops, make items yourself. Most importantly, as you speak of, is being mindful of what you are spending your hard earned money on. Is it wanted or needed? Big difference. Does it support or harm the planet. All sorts of things to take into consideration when you spend mindfully. Great topic!!

This video came just at the right time for me. Thank you.

It must be wonderful to have a permanent companion, your husband to go through life with and never feel alone.

Bless you - you have waited for the right time to start a family, and I hope with all my heart and send Blessings, that this will happen for you two. We tried for 15 years, and sadly, it did not happen for us, and I have been divorced now for about 23 years, but I did have my own nursery school back in the 90s, so loved having all the children come through and nurture them, and hope they went on to have good lives. It was about 20 years ago now. Love from Jilly & rescue greyhound Madge, in Devon, England. xxx

Wonderful images of the botanical garden, you have such a talent for bringing out the loveliest aspects of places. You also have a wise attitude about "stuff." It's very healthy to appreciate the beauty of simple things, especially ones that are handmade. But it's also wise to avoid becoming too attached. I think your idea of giving some of the things you love to friends and family is a beautiful one.

You are an inspiration to the world! Thank you! 🌻

I really appreciate your wisdom, your choices and priorities. I like that you don’t want to give much importance to clothing’s and other stuff, instead you want to meet your family and want to save for that. Sending you lots of love, keep inspiring everyone.❤

I never buy something I'm not going to use or wear...over and over. And wear my clothing until it begins to fall apart and can not be repaired. My down fall is pretty hand towels and pens or markers of which I have many. But even those are used until unusable. Oh and socks. Books too😊

Two thoughts. 1. Starting at age 19 I planned for a simple life a life that was immune to the rampant inflation of the early 1970s. I secured some land in a place I knew I could always call home. I built a home partly underground, oriented to the sun that was very well insulated and had the thermal mass to take advantage of passive solar heating. Passive solar and the various factors that go with it do 75 % of my heating. I added a wood cookstove that could be fueled from the land using about a cord of wood per year for cooking, water heating, and backup space heating. There is no need for central heating even in Vermont. For the remainder of my energy needs I installed a wind generator system supplemented by PV solar. Gardening, root cellaring, canning etc helped with the food as long as my back can deal with it. Motorcycles and cars that get over 50 mpg covered my transportation needs Bicycling, cross country skiing, and human and electric powered boating are my recreation. My only necessary expense is property taxes which were minimized by the home design. 2. Children are incredibly expensive. I recommend saving much more than you think you will ever need before embarking on that adventure. Don’t try to cover that expense from your periodic cash flow like everyone does. It is a source of constant stress which one doesn’t need when trying to be a good parent. And children will always turn on you for some period of time, hopefully briefly. It is the necessary nature of that endeavor.

Explore the possibilities and perspectives of your life unfolding with enthusiasm and joy. Thanks for sharing your experience and your thoughts on this topic of choice of what is important for our lives with appreciation and gratitude. Simply being present and loving with the flow of energies in honoring your own unique heart's knowledge and the ability to connect with wonderment and awe ❤ We all are truly capable of living with love and the grace of simplicity and joy. Desernment and the celebration of being alive and learning how to walk gently and make decisions based on what is beneficial and nurturing for your life and the spirit of being joyfully in a relationship with the magic of contentment and appreciation ♥

Hi Paola! Can you share/film what you eat in a day? I would like to see what’s available in your area as far as food and what you’re able to make. Thanks!