I busted my ass for 15 years after high school doing 60 hours a week. Burned out. Took my money bought a conversion van and travel. I do day labor 2 days a week and hang out with wild animals. Best decision ever.
I really appreciate how down to Earth this is. Money is like fuel for your car. You need a certain amount to get where you're going, but nobody makes a road trip just to go to all the gas stations.
Money is actually a tool to control the people, created by the rulers... Slavery via economics. The best slaves are those that don't know they are slaves
For me and my network with money, we've come to realize it's really the opposite. When your financial success is obvious, people will consciously or subconsciously avoid you or project that you are "out of touch" which makes you feel like you are on an island by yourself. But as soon as your business tanks and you are back broke, everyone comes back to you as they aren't as intimated or they feel like "see, money isn't everything".
The most valuable thing a person has, is time. It’s worth more than money and anything you can get with it. I have nothing against work, I just don’t want to work my life away. Less is More.
@@freespirit-111 You are right… it’s a clusterfu.. for sure. The idea is to get yourself in that position. There are many ways to do it. Obviously, unless a person is a trust fund baby, you’ll have to work. I have nothing against work, and worked 80 hour work weeks in my twenties and thirties. The big key to this, is your overhead. How much your lifestyle will cost. A materialistic lifestyle, means you’ll need to work a lot… for a long time. Sacrificing more things when you’re young, allows you to get ahead and outta the game quicker. Having a partner to share expenses, helps too. These are just a few ideas.
Words I heard from an old man: when you’re young, you got time and no money. When you’re old, you got money and no time. Rich in spirit is the richness of life☮️
Bulking up gave me more confidence than money ever has. Getting in good shape gave me everything money promised. (Happiness, contentment, less anxiety, self assurance, attracting more) just me though everyone's different.
Yup, but did you notice it actually costed you more money to bulk up? lol I sure noticed. My grocery bill doubled when bulking. Sure I felt stronger and healthier, but it still came with a price. $$ Yes, Health is wealth, but you still need that extra money to make it possible.
This guy has made me have a different perspective on life in all areas. I have started living a soft life cause I was chasing money, relationships, friendships...and it was stressful. Trying to keep up with the Jones. Since my mother passed away I realized that all she lived for was happiness, love peace and joy and 1 good friend. I'm 52 worked as a nurse for 25 yrs and never had time to find out what I wanted or what makes me happy. I'm done! I'm more relaxed now, I'll let life do what it do and I'll continue to pray and take it easy.. thank you for sharing
Makes me glad that I found a good small circle of friends I met in college. After I got caught up in tech layoffs my friends still chat with me and value me as a person, this is how you know you've found TRUE friends.
I hear ya. I don’t have any money, but I know a dude in his 70’s that relishes the fact that he can leave his son (VERY lucrative profession), half a million. He admits his son makes WAY more money than he ever did. It’s sad.
I love this thank you!! I work at an aircraft company where people have been here 25+years and most don’t even have $5000 in cash. I’m getting ready to quit after 1.5 years. That’s it! I came here thinking I needed retirement and benefits. But it’s not my passion to work at a place that tells you when you can or cannot take a day off. My passion is gardening and landscaping. So that’s what I’m gonna do! I won’t make nearly as much but it’s ok as I have killed most my bills. I am happy without much money. The more I make, the more I spend. It’s ridiculous.
Same. I had a decent paying job. I’m married and my income was somewhat supplemental. Ex. Saving for children’s cars, education and vacations. I spent so much money on ridiculous things, like makeup, thrift shopping eating out. Now I’m not working, I’m in school, I make my monthly allowance stretch out 6 weeks. 🙏🏽💴
One of my wealthiest friends is also heavily financed...lake house, boat, wave runners, 2 motorcycles, 2 rowdy boys, and a horrible divorce. I'm worried about him, genuinely.
I agree with the philosophy of simple living. And I agree that it does not mean minimalist, live in the shack, not spending money. It’s what it’s going to bring you joy and peace. I’m finally at a point in my life that is what I’m achieving. I was in the corporate world for 30 years, made pretty good money, but was stressed out worked a lot lost relationships because of it. It’s not worth the stress, the detriment to your health, and the peace in your life.
Tom Bilyeu said a great quote about having money, "I'd rather be sad and rich than sad and broke, but I'd rather be happy and broke than sad and rich." My sentiments exactly around money.
Why do people talk like it's an either or thing? You can be happy and rich or well to do. You can work enough to take care of yourself and still have a life and be happy. 🙄🙄
Tim it's like they say those who are obsessed with money are never satisfied, even if they have enough money to live comfortably. Basically, I agree with you that we shouldn't revolve our lives around money.
My current outlook on money is I just want to be out of debt, have enough to get by, and occasionally treat my loved ones well. That’s all. As much or as little as it sounds, $5000 right now would do that for me. I’ve done the hustle bs since I was 16 and at 33 now I’ve had enough. Half my life so far was spent chasing something that wasn’t ever going to make me happy and all I’ve really gotten out of all that is a bad back 😂
Tim i took a weekly budget of $500 and moved to Asia. I ended up only using less than half of that budget for my first year, health insurance not included. My budget demand will increase but for now I'm living well. Life for me here is so much less stressful and I don't take meds for much of anything like I had before. My health is priority 1 these days. And here when you find true love there is nothing else like it on the planet. I went from owning a two family home and having two businesses and even though my home was paid off, I was still stressed. Well, the stress of it all is way behind me now. I've been here for just over 1 year now. Hopefully, next year I'll be completely divested financially from the U.S. I encourage everyone to seek the peace you deserve and enjoy the journey along the way. Besides you only live this life once✌🏾
I applied myself right after school. I saved a lot living minimally, and now I just work from home part-time for a tech company and have plenty of time to enjoy the simple things in life, outdoor activities etc. BTW best background ever! God Bless you, Timothy 💗
Amen! Money is important only to the extent that it helps us to live. It is a tool that you purchase with your time . Your time is your true wealth and shouldn't be squandered on tools that you don't need.
But at the same time we all still need it. If you want to live in decent accommodation with electric and modern conveniences, if you want to travel and explore the world etc. You need money for everything.
43 year old here, I like money, have struggled with it for a lot of time and have recently worked my way up to be self reliable again. I love teaching and enjoy working overall if I am growing, but lately jobs have been mentally draining (including teaching), that's why I quit my teaching job 3 weeks ago. As of now, my will to go get a job is absolutely nowhere to be found. I'd rather read books, cook, bake, go for walks, learn on my own, make crafts... I have some money to hang on for some time, but my true desire is to get married, have kids and stay home taking care of our home and family ❤ I felt a shift during the pandemic years, if I can't tolerate a job, I'll leave, since 2020 I have resigned 3 or 4 times...i know it's weird, but it's what I feel, and I'd rather have a simple life and feel happier and healthier than have loads of money but on the verge of a mental breakdown! Thank you for your videos! You are a great man! Love from Portugal ❤
@@Demonvii7 because I had bad things happen to me as a child and my father was also very abusive. For me to heal from all of that has taken more than a decade. In my late 20s and 30s I was immersed in my job which I loved back then. I guess, not knowingly, I ended up not having a lot of relationships because I was still healing and didn't want to make men pay for my pain. Maybe it was self sabotage. I don't know. It is very complex. And one day I just realize, oh my gosh I'm already 40. And even though there are a lot of people who judge women in their 40s for not being married yet, I guess every case is one case. At least I'm not divorced multiple times or use kids against ex-husband or badmouth all men. So yes, I know he will find me or we'll find each other! Call me optimistic (even after all the dark crap I went through)!
@@carladossantos1142 im mid 30s and have never even thought of marriage haha, in my circle theres no perception of women having or ment to have been married by any age, my peers wonder if marriage is worth it anymore thats the real taste on everyones lips.
@@Demonvii7 I do understand why you and your friends think that way. I mean, the majority of marriages fail now more than ever before. But I still believe there are those exceptions, of 2 people that really adore each other and are happy together. And it's so deeply beautiful when you see/ know them ❤️ I wish you the best, whether you continue to not consider marriage or you end up finding a woman who will make you believe the opposite :)
Good stuff, Tim. I'm in a place in my life where I view money as a tool, like a hammer or a wrench. It's good to have, I need money to live, but I'm not about to go killing myself working some soul sucking job in order to enrich myself. I also believe money is meant to be spent, I can't take it with me.
Time is your most precious asset you will ever have. Your money can always be remade at your convenience but your time, once it's gone, is lost forever.
I watched this video a little late, but I feel like my financial struggles have actually helped me to enjoy my life the best I can with what I have. I've come to a point where I've stressed so much that I have come to accept my situation and live life one day at a time and have fun, because like you say, Tim, we all know how this ends.
“For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it.” Ecclesiastes 7:12 KJV
Thank you, Timothy. I don't like cheating to make money. I don't like lies to make money... Just live honesty make money and get what you want...but remember when to reach "enough"...
I'm going to translate a Spanish saying to English. It goes a little something like this. "Why wait to have it all to enjoy life, when you're already ALIVE to enjoy it all"
That part the stressing about money. Operative word surrender… let not your heart be troubled. It’s amazing how the flow, flows 💜. What is put into the universe is what is ultimately attracted
I don't think you're wrong at all. I actually have spent a good portion of my 24 working years trying to make and live off of the least amount of money as possible. And doing this all without government benefits or any of that. So far My philosophy has worked lifestyle has worked and to this day I am one of the only genuinely happy people that I know personally. Less money less problems. I feel secure and happy because everything that I have and everything that I own is for the most part absolutely mine and nobody can legally come and take it away from me. I owe nobody anything except for my monthly bills and my property tax. I honestly live off of $800 a month and that includes my car insurance and everything.
Great vid. I’m 52, married, no children, we’ve paid off the mortgage have no debts and probs have a years worth of money saved. Problem is, I’m mega stressed in a stressful toxic work environment. I for sure don’t have enough money to retire and feel completely trapped. I earn good money but so not happy. I want to quit, then you worry your going to run out of money or not yet another job. I’m sure I would get another job, but most likely on less money. It’s like these toxic places put the golden handcuffs on. How do you break free….
Tim, you are hilarious! I love the style of your videos but to the point, I agree with you. I’m 31 now and within my friendship group I see many people working hard - sacrificing their health and relationships for money and it just doesn’t seem worth it. I work full-time too (mostly remotely) but as I’ve gotten older and since becoming a mother (one toddler), I no longer feel the need to extend myself for work the way I used to in my 20s. Those big company roles I used to want no longer appeal because I’d rather have the freedom of time, less stress and still get paid. Also the things I wanted the money for, I no longer want!! Fancier car, handbags etc. A comfortable home and happy family (who I get to spend time with) are my priorities. I’m still able to enjoy myself, save/invest here and there and that is fine. In fact, I plan to work less if we expand our family.
The problem with money is, paradoxically, it's only really useful if you actually put it to use... So with money comes pressure to do something with it... Invest in the stock market, buy shares, buy bonds, buy gold, buy real estate, buy crypto etc. All unnecessary complications if you just want a simple life. If all you want in life is food, a place to sleep, some good company and a few hobbies and interests to pursue, you really don't need a lot of it.
I’m 35 years old at the reset point pay my car off it’s a 2020 Hyundai Electra I feel I wasted a lot of youth by chasing money what you can’t buy back your youth so now I’m looking to get my passport and travel outside the country and just live day by day that seems the best and happiest way for my mental health. Your videos are motivation to unplug. From this game rat race.
I have been chasing that dollar bill make more money and your life will be happier, but it’s about balance your health is first, I am learning money is an exchange commodity. You cannot take it with you when you leave this earth.
I have investments, I make some passive income. My bills are low so I'm not stressing about money, I only have one full time job, I don't have kids and I'm single. I'm relaxing, I buy what I want, but I'm intentional with buying stuff though.
Damn, that’s hardcore! (U can sleep in my driveway…fr). Ever heard of “stealth camping”? I live in OH, I’m gonna try it in a few weeks. Sounds like fun, sneaky time 😶🌫️🤭
Love the title!!!! As I sit here in my car on break right as you upload this, you are speaking my exact thoughts!!! Last weekend I went "wow I feel so relaxed, when was the last time I felt this? Oh, last last weekend." now I'm working my butt off just waiting for the weekend!! Life comes before everything!! love the content ❤️
My favorite scene in the movie 'Running Man' is when they break for a commercial and there is an ad for a show called 'Climbing For Dollars'. Gotta love some 80's Sci-fi.
I think it was Bob Marley who said money is just numbers and if you’re chasing a specific amount you’ll never be happy in this life. Live with what you need and enjoy and I think that’s a great way to exist.
I have a whole thesis paper on this. I began my career as a teacher, and I made money. Then I was made redundant. During all of this I was continuing my education in psychology. After 95 interviews, sub jobs, part time jobs, literally working in 17 different schools, rejection after rejection after rejection-I stopped. I had very little money…and I have never been happier. I completed the degree after 13 years and now I’m a Clinical Psychologist who serves those in need. My point is, in my pursuit of making “a lot of” money, all it got me was a “mental headache.” Hence now I make a little money to live, and I’ve never been happier because I guide those who are struggling mentally (most times because of money) to live, and I work pro-bono at times as well. ❤
Hello Timothy, you are making very valid points and life lessons to definitely live by. I'm in the process of separating myself from beer. Not easy but a process none the less. Love your videos brother.
Always an inspiration. There’s peace in the balance of doing what you want with your life. I’m over 50 and I’m living in such a way that I can work minimally so I have time to hear my own thoughts and act on them. Still working on some goals that cost big money but it’s at my pace. Blessings for your perspective and voice in world that emphasizes fear, lack and competition.
It's so good to hear someone else with this outlook!! Everyone around me is incredibly money driven and I always feel like the odd one out for not working 24/7 or wanting more more more. They've convinced themselves that this is what they need to be happy yet they all seem miserable. The world has been brainwashed into believing this is normal! All i want is enough to live simply and enjoy my days.
I needed this video today. Lost my job 6 months ago while in college and have been struggling with money ever since. Thanks a bunch Tim for the wisdom you give to your channel.
I just turned 60, I spent my life working extremely hard, made really good money for my family, went through a tough divorce at 50, lost almost everything, spent my 50’s rebuilding my finances and was able to rebuild my finances and retirement even better. Now, I will follow people like Tim’s advice to significantly simplify my life and enjoy what I have and quit chasing more. I like quality, but now I want fewer things to worry about.
I don't hate money, don't necessarily love it, constantly in need of it but don't kill myself over getting it. It's the gatekeeper to basically all of life's necessities and it's just how society was set up to be. I could probably respect it more and stop buying frivolous shit, but I also help out others when I have it.
This was good, Tim. I'd like lots of money, of course, but I'm not willing to lose my sanity over it. Money is worthless...if you don't have peace of mind. Peace!
And…. You helped me with something. I’m currently on the “hate money” train. But the reframe of “circulating money” takes me to flow state and that resonates with me better.
It does often seem that people who have money, or are reasonably comfortable, are the ones that emphasize how others shouldn’t be “all about money.” I’d love to let it all go but I have to survive so it consumes me.
I find that really the only time I want money is for necessity means just to survive or if there is something I really want I will maybe work a bit more just to have enough funds to get to that point which isn't all that often, but I don't ever want to make more money than I don't need. Money is only as valuable as what you buy with it and even then the value on things is subjective. An example that happened to me is that I needed a backcountry backpack for a hiking trip, I could of went to REI or anywhere else and got one for $3-400 but instead I went to a thrift store and I found a good condition 65Liter backpack made by North Face for only $15. No tears, just a little dusty from being stowed away for a long time, it even had some matches in a waterproof case inside of one of the pockets. Don't let society tell you to chase the next best thing if it's not something you are want/needing.
Hi Tim! One A Day does not dissolve - go to a health food store and get anything that is not One A Day - Heck just drink organic Elderberry tea and u will b fine. 😁🥰
Can we get married here in Vegas Tim? Because 95% percent of everything you say, I resonate with I swear 😩😩😩. It’s so refreshing to hear someone who gets how I feel
Biggest money concerns I’ve had centered around providing for my wife and son. Now it’s all about retirement. Unfortunately I’ll probably work until I die. I’m an older GenX. Our generation was sold a lie. (Then again subsequent generations can make same case.) Go to college. Get a degree. Get a career. Get married. Have kids. Work hard and retire. The jobs/career paths the Boomers enjoyed don’t exist. Not anymore. The men of my generation tend to measure themselves by career success. And the money that comes with it. I’ve tried to impress upon my son what money can and can’t do. Money is simply a tool. Time cannot be replaced.
I think there is a delicate balance. Total rejection of money will cause problems just like total obsession over it will also cause problems. Like you said you everyone, no matter poor or wealthy, has their struggles. It’s funny how our society seems to either advocate for van life or complete hustle mentality when in reality there is a good in between. I appreciate you keeping it sincere saying you like money but you don’t obsess over it, I think that’s a realistic and healthy perspective.
I love this title bro this is my really main problem about life and how I feel about this whole Money stuff. It’s cool don’t get me wrong but do I have to be exhausted out my mind to achieve it
All good. There is an issue sometimes with how much to save though. I mean, folks also become obsessed with saving as much as possible for raining day.
Very true Tim; the more money the more problem. I don't have a lot of money saved; but I do have enough money on a monthly basis to keep me sustained; and not have to rely on work to up keep. I do have a charity for a local church, and for the greater good.
I'm 24 and I've caught on to the "money isn't everything" mindset and it's here to stay. I got friends I care about, I'd rather spend time with them and have a great time than work some miserable job I hate just because "I need to get this money". Once I got enough income to pay the bills, have some for leisure and some hobbies, some trips here and there, and save for the future; any more income is meaningless. If I can fulfill all those previously mentioned requirements with $40K/year, working more to end up with $50K in that year isn't appealing. The world is much more than money, enjoy your life. Also don't let your life revolve around your work cuz employers cuz they will replace you any time they see fit with no hesitation. "The only people who will remember all those extra hours you worked are your friends and family."
Great video. Financial independence & having new experiences > Money just to show off. And on that note I just acquired my first seasonal job. I learned about this type of work from some of your old videos. Super excited to start soon!!!!
Somebody months ago asked me if I wanted to be rich and I was stumped. Probably because I earn enough for my needs and most of my wants. I consider myself to be mostly content and can't come up with a reason why more money would make my life better. When I see people living a life I can't afford, I can't determine if my life would be better if I had their life because I have never experienced it
Great video today Tim!! I do stress over money, but it's mostly due to me having to manage money for my entire household, not just myself. Then again, I've been a lot more comfortable with my money since I built up my savings.
I agree that money is a tool. Money is a requirement in America,, but I have realized it is how I spend money that determines how much I need to work . If I am satisfied with what I have (not trying to get or have more) I have more control over how much I have to work. Great video!
Tim- you have been very inspiring. Been watching for a few weeks now. I have a small men’s group from church and used some of your insights tonight and it’s helping change someone’s life who is a workaholic. Keep up the good work.
