Hello Catherine, balance is a great word for your upcoming year. It is important to pay just as much attention to your mental health, as it is to your physical health. If that means a few less videos than that is perfectly fine. We won't stop watching, at least I believe most people won't. Take care of yourself.
Great message! I’m much older than you and you come to a point where you’re comfortable putting yourself first and caring less about everyone else’s approval. Loved your cleaning supervisors. I hope they were satisfied with the final results.
Hi Catherine and thanks for sharing. My little sister died back in April 2023 and as you can imagine it's been tough since missing her so much. All that said to say this... I learned so much from her battle with cancer and how she handled it all . To say she was a trooper would be an understatement. Watching what brought a smile to her face and gave her delight was so heart warming. So with that my word for this year is joy and finding what brings me joy and being able to spread joy where and when I can. Ive decided also.. if it doesn't bring me joy I ain't doing it lol That applies to anything other than the necessary everyday things that need doing. So after rambling somewhat id like to say I love your word, your work and your videos. I wish you an amazing joyful 2024 🎉😊 And also please know that your videos helped to get me through many tough days last year so Thank you and much love ❤️
So very sorry for the loss of your sister! May you find so much joy in 2024! Love your comment, so nicely said. Sending warmest of hugs, Kathy x 💕💕🙏🙏(Canada)
@@DaintyDiaries Thank you. I appreciate that response from you Catherine. Yes it's been heartbreaking for sure. Yet with it all came whole new perspectives and that's what I'm taking with me moving forward. Living and loving in joy is what she would want for everyone 💞
So very sorry for the loss of your sister 💐 Joy is a fabulous word for the year! I started really focusing on joy the last half of last year. It’s still my secondary word for 2024. 😊
You only get one life….thus, you must do what feels right! You are not the property of your viewers. We love you and want you to be happy and whole!❤❤❤
This is the perfect conversation. So many of us are afraid to say no or afraid to set boundaries. I’ve been working on this myself and have 2 great books about the topic and still struggle to be ok saying no. You are such an honest person and a fantastic example! Thank you for all you do!
My word is 'engage'. I work from home, live on my own, with a cat. I feel like I have become a hermit now. I used to be a social person, but have withdrawn. So this year I am going to 'engage' with others, go out more. Thank you for all your videos, whether 8 or 6 or 4 a month, they are always appreciated x
Aw thank you Maria ❤️ and I think that’s so fab if you! It can be tough getting back in the swing of things after you’ve had your comforts and routine so take it step by step ❤️
I'm old now but I used to be a people pleaser and there comes a time when it hits you and you just tell yourself that is enough! So now, I'm in a much better frame of mind. Your house sure is beautiful and your kitties are precious! Keep up the lovely work!❤
Classic cat watching the mop 😂😂😂. You keep being yourself and be your best as you choose. We will enjoy the vids but you have a REAL life to live too ❤
This is such a wonderful video! Thank-you for sharing your thoughts with us and trusting us to respond in the comments. Maybe “balance and enrichment” would go together? Enriching your life through new work adventures, nature workshops and any other creative outlets you’ve identified is a way of expanding your life in a life-giving way. 🤗
I'm sticking with you! We all need to do what's best for US, not for anyone else...said by a 74 yr old woman!!!! I learned this very late in life but I still learned it!!
Hi Catherine, you have such energy. You did so much work all in one go 👏 I love sitting down with a cuppa listening to your chats. Thank you. I'm older than you and trying not to feel guilty of "me time", so go with your realisation and you do you. Look forward to seeing and hearing you again soon x
Oh i hear you as a people pleaser! Ive learnt to say No. Last year lost my mum and my partner has cancer,naturally want to spend more time together...the amount of people who have been offended by me saying No to things..what an eye opener! This years words for me are BOUNDARIES and GRATITUDE X
I’m so sorry for your loss and what you’re going through ❤️🩹 you’re so right to say no and do what’s right, the right people in your life will understand and be there for you ❤️
My sentence for this year is "one day at a time". We had some health scares in 2023, so I had the feeling of being always expecting news. "In two weeks, we'll see the doctor, in a week we'll know results..." Exhausting. So with some luck, I hope to be able to enjoy more the day to day littlw activities. ❤
My mantra is onward and upward with some downward dogs too. We have been looking after my husband's health over the last 4 yrs and I put myself on the back burner. I am spending more time on my personal health both mental and physical. I respect you for looking after yourself! All the best in the new year! Can I say I've always had a fantasy of having a pretty little cottage in the UK and your home is my dream. I love all that you do!
My guess is you’re to young and social to spent all that time home and alone! You are so right balance is the key. I’m betting you enjoy more gardening and it’s not the time of year for most. Always do what’s in your heart❤️ Hang in there and I really do enjoy your videos when ever you choose to do them👍❤️😎
I enjoy your videos Catherine but this one especially. I'm a therapist and I was in full agreement with you. I'm also trying to find more balance this year! It's simple ... but not easy!
I have only been watching a few years and since I've seen all those videos I've started looking at the older ones that I haven't seen or the ones I could watch over and over like one of my favorites, the Christmas bauble wreath. So if viewers want to see more videos than you are putting out per week they could go check out all the older ones. I have so much going on on my homestead that I wonder how I find time to watch but your channel is like watching a granddaughter who has many of my own interests.
Catherine, you have never disappointed me. I am always pleased to see a new video from you, but no pressure, your work/life balance is most important. Today, my cat, Tabby, enjoyed watching your kittens and your mop! Thank you for sharing your tidying, I am inspired to do a little more. Laurie
My word is ‘ Manifest’ as in take action to intentionally create the life I want. I have a small number of outcomes that I will work toward during the year -but I’m going to work on progress over perfection because history shows that I can slip into all or nothing mindset sometimes which ends up sabotaging my best intentions.
Well I am a little late watching. I have never found a quite, repetitive moment in your videos; I find each one delightful. You must always do what pleases you - I love whether you craft, clean, garden or visit garden centres/shops (as it is lovely to see what different items are available in other places). Thank you for sharing 💖
🐱Mental image of kitten flicking out kitty litter for diy toilet 😂🤣 Such clever improvisation. Personally I really struggled with New Year (and found myself in a dark place) Society and self expectation to use the turning over of a calendar to be catalyst for change. So many failed resolutions in the past🙈😞 So no resolutions at all !
Hi Catherine, I just watched this video, I can relate to your video in area's of getting more people in my life. I enjoy your voice overs it seems like your right there chatting with me. The cupboard doors are great, I learn alot of great tricks through you. I'm glad you are taking care of yourself and paring down a bit. Take care your subscribers love you.
Social Media is not the real world. It is another medium to utilize for learning and to be entertained like books and movies but not use as a way to live a life- Get out there and embrace living your life -use YT to document the joys from things like gardening, home projects,etc to supplement your income as you wish but YT should never dictate how you live your life❤
As recently retired I also suffer loneliness, isolation and stagnation. I am trying to get out regularly during the week and visit my local garden centres and thrift shops to find projects to keep busy and gain confidence in the execution. Keep it up
I've also been struggling with balance. And I've been going to therapy for a while now. I'm having the opposite problems. I'm finding it really tough to get back into the world. I was a caregiver for my parents. For 12 years. I just think I forgot how to function in the real world. It's so weird. Everyday things have become so difficult for me. But I always look forward to your videos. They're so positive and uplifting. No matter if it's one or two videos a week...I'll be watching.
Hello Catherine! Your home is so lovely, crisp, clean and cozy....Oh I love your kitties. I have two cats....Mr. Checkers a huge 'Tuxedo' boy and Chloe a sweet little Calico girl...January is my renewal month....cleaning out, getting rid of....and also best of all planning my gardens....I am looking forward to your garden videos. I really enjoyed the first one of you designing and planting your first gardens. Your gardens are just amazing. NEVER feel compelled to make two or more videos weekly. Do what works best for you. Yes...Balance is the word for the New Year! and Balance applies to everything....our lives, our work our commitments to family and friends and especially our gardens. Thank you for your lovely videos....best wishes from "Nana Green Fingers" in Pa..
Thank you Catherine. Yes to everything you said about boundaries and I am 58 and still learning but I have stopped doing things out of obligation and not wanting to hurt people's feelings to the detriment of my own. I also totally agree about working from home. I luckily have that flexibility but I choose to go into my office at least twice a week because I enjoy the social interaction, the banter and craic. We all need the balance as you say. I am stunned that you would get any online negativity ! I love your videos, as do your thousands of subscribers, they are so inspirational. Happy 2024 may it bring more blessings and abundance ❤ x Laura in London
Hello from Ohio USA!!! I enjoy your videos so much!!! You are right!!! The real world is the one we want to be in! That’s why your videos are enjoyable! You share your real world with your home, pets, yard gardens !! Continue to be a blessing to us all!!!
I agree, keep your channel a happy place you enjoy. I write a monthly Blog, and that alone nearly become my master... I need to remember it was organically created for fun! My world need my home settled and calm, I have borders and it can be a... well you can imagine! And have more mindful peace & action as it turns out. I have to play catch up on your Vlogs now as well. Its been so hectic over Christmas that I wonder now why do I do it? Happy New Year lovely lady, your channel always gives me a lift and a smile.
Happy New year! I've got my cuppa ☕ Take care 💕 Oh girl, NO is the most powerful word for us people pleasers. Learned it in my late 20's. It gets easier the more you do it. 50/50 vinegar/water will neutralize the urine. Raising 5 kittens last summer I found that out. You may have to do it a few times but it's way cheaper.
My word of the year is perseverance. I am an artist and designer and work from home too, so I hear you❤️. But I need to not give up and persevere and find a way to work around obstacles. P S ::: I love love the furry kids❤
Happy 2024 Catherine! You are humble! I became a mom last year. Plus I lost my best friend to cancer and my grandfather to oldness, and then we moved right before christmas so 2023 was very very very overwelming… I was also disappointed with my professional life during the year because in 2024 we are still being badly treated for being women and becoming a mom. Because of this I have two words for the year: “settle” and “pivot”. I will try to focus on getting some rotines back into my life and enjoy my home and family. But also try to diversify my efforts to start projects so I can have choices in the next few years regarding my income and carrier. ❤
You're adorable! I'm much older and still trying to find balance. . . It's a journey, my dear! Enjoy the little moments and, yes, hold to your boundaries. Btw, your place is so tastefully decorated and love the kitties, too.
You must first take care of oneself before taking care of others. You bring such joy to all of your followers we will miss you if you cut back but as long as we know you are OK we will understand. My daughter works from home and as much as she likes it her social life is almost nil. The world has changed we slowly but surely have to reconstruct our lives to fit each and every one of us differently. Take care you do you happy 2024.
Take extra care of your lovely self - I rarely comment but just wanted you to know I care about your well-being. Praying you’ll know God’s Richest Blessing this coming year and always 💞🙏🏻💞 another Kitty mama (I also have dogs, hens, roosters, ducks and donkeys 🤪)
I have sort of the opposite problem. I almost always say no when people ask me to do something. Because I'm petrified I'll mess something up. Like they ask me to be in charge of drinks at a baby shower? Instant stress that I'll screw that up!!!
Lovely chat! I have lots of hobbies and mundane things to do but at this time of year I lose my motivation. Listening to you has boosted that in me. My motto is Think Positive, but easier said than done during the sad months. 🤗🤗🤗
My kittens love the cat litter bag. I have to keep it out in the garage now. One day my girl kitty clawed the bag under the door and I swear she had the whole bag spread all over the hallway. Toilet paper has to be hidden as well. My girl kitty will kill it and rip it to shreds.
Dear friend! Love your word balance mine is trust! Trust in myself to make the right decisions, I spend a lot of time at home and have done for a few years, I am now finding it harder to speak to others and socialise, anxiety kicks in and I stay put, But!!!! I am going to listen to my inner voice and trust ! Be more social and confident! Sending love 🙏🏻
My word: reclamation. Reclaiming my sense of self, my loves and passions, my boundaries, my self worth. Hello hello Catherine..from the green coast of Vancouver Canada to the lovely emerald isle! Be happy.
Balance isan excellent word for the year. I just started working for myself and from home and do understand some of your challenges. You are doing very well.❤
Hi. Catherine. My word for the year is Joy. I am going to do more things in 2024 that bring me Joy. I really feel like i need to bring more Joy in my life, ii will also be starting a gratitude Journal. ❤ X
❤😊Hello Catherine yes you do need time to make time for your self I'm going to Dublin to see my grandchildren in may if I see you that would be so nice yes I will say hello 😊
Hi Catherine my word is ME I’m refocusing on me I’m suffering burn out and have nothing left to give I’m a people pleaser introvert but I always need validation and put everyone before myself. No goals just prioritising me X
My company has an office outside of Dublin. I long for them to send me over for a week or two. And the first thing I thought of was,”Maybe I could meet Catherine!”
One of the things about hybrid working that I love is the balance between getting commuting time back on WFH days but then still have that social on office days
"Achievements!" I found that I was talking about what I wanted to see done, but not actually doing them. This year is about what I have done and what I am doing. You are a wonderful and honest inspiration to watch. I relate to the reality of it all and appreciate you greatly 😊❤🇦🇺
I'm older than you and I'm just learning to keep my boundaries. I have a quote which says You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm. 😊
Powerful video that will help many including exhausted youtubers. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. This year I will continue do what works for me and that is to follow my joy.
you have never disappointed me with even one video! I appreciate your take on things ,approach to life, and it refreshes me to pop in and see what you are up to!
I like taking January to rest and reflect on what I'd like to do in the year ahead. I normally set a savings goal, career goal and personal goal (usually experiences based). I also WFH and completely agree it can be very isolating. I also try to get involved in activities to counteract it. My career goal this year is actually to reduce my hours to part-time so I doubt anyone will judge you for prioritising a healthy work life balance! Overworked in 2023 is very accurate description. 😂
