My first thought when this video started was: Do we really need to see a video about someone taking a break? And then I quickly realized that yes, many of us do, for many reasons. There's a distinctively relaxing quality to how this vlog is presented that makes it feel like a little vacation, in and of itself. Your voice is so soothing that I'll definitely be watching more videos you make.
Thank you so much, that's very kind of you! I found that I struggled so much with the concept of taking a break that I thought other people might find it difficult too - so I made the video! 😊I find that even when we "know" something is bad for us, or we are thinking unhealthily, we can find it hard to apply to our own lives and sometimes hearing it from an outside perspective is the catalyst for changes in thought!
Your channel is so relaxing and I love watching it after I get home from work. I especially appreciate the emphasis you put on taking it easy on yourself and making time to rest. I know a lot of us forget that. Thank you again and keep it up!
Lovely video - and so well made - for such an important message that people just love to forget. So many of us are so driven and forget to take breaks and take care of themselves every now and then. We all need time to breathe inbetween, ... and, yeah, the feeling of "have I earned this break?" can be incredibly misleading.
Thank you man, I'm so glad you liked the video! And you're right, I've been struggling with that feeling for a long time, so I thought I'd make this video because there must be others who feel that way too!
Your youtube channel has quickly become one of my favourites, the focus on the simplicity and taking care of oneself coupled with your amazing art, this is how i aspire to be, little by little each day and also taking into account that nothing is ever perfect, so just enjoying things for what they are when they are is part of keeping that balance. But yes breaks are essential, like for everything, if we dont rest after a workout, the body will have no time to build up and strengthen what has been broken down. Thank you Kim!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! ✨ It's genuinely heartwarming to hear that you're finding value in my videos and that they resonate with you. Taking things one step at a time and embracing imperfection while enjoying the journey is indeed key to maintaining balance and growth. And you're absolutely right about the importance of breaks - they're essential for rejuvenation and progress in all aspects of life. Your support means the so much to me, and I'm grateful to have you as part of the community! 😊💜
This was lovely. Every weekend I try and take one trip to somewhere to reset, even if its just a few hours at the beach to walk and hear the water and play with the kiddo. Nothing complicated. I find that if I don't stuff starts to creep up the next week and I feel more stressed. A great reminder to really unplug, even when things seem ok. :)
Awh, thank you Naomi!😊💜 Your weekends sound absolutely wonderful! Taking time to unwind and reconnect with nature, especially with loved ones, is such a valuable practice. Even those short moments can make a big difference in our mental and emotional well-being. I definitely feel stir crazy if I stay in too long and don't go and decompress somewhere peaceful!
Such a nice, lovely, relaxing and comforting video. 💕 this is a great reminder for me to rest. I love when you said that we’re basically in a world where constant movement = success, but really, it leads to burn out. I’m constantly on the move because I really want my art business/career to be successful…and now I don’t really know how to rest. I think I should get out more and experience new places and nature. 💚
Thank you for your lovely comment! 😊💜 It's wonderful to hear that the video resonated with you and served as a reminder to take a moment for yourself. Balancing ambition with self-care can be challenging for sure! But recognising the importance of rest is a step towards that. I hope you do get to go out and enjoy a lot more of nature and the beautiful things around you. Wishing you all the best!
Being a person that cannot sit still I completely identify with what you're saying. I have a full time job but I feel guilty for not being productive in whatever free time I get and need to be making art and learning every remaining minute of the day. I really enjoy those things but shaming myself for being too tired or distracted is not healthy and I'm trying to being kinder to myself. Really relaxing video, by the way, and the places you visited look amazing.
Thank you so much, for your kind words 😊 I feel you! Being highly ambitious comes with a huge amount of guilt because most of your time you're on go go go mode. I hope you can find balance and peace with giving yourself grace when you need to rest - you absolutely have the right to!
Omg, I'm so happy I found your channel! I absolutely love your vibes and your style of filming. This video made me feel so comfortable and at ease in a way I haven't experienced in years. As for what I've been doing as a spring reset, I just finished setting up my new "comfy corner"/art corner where I installed my new standing desk and a shelving unit for things related to my new art business! It's been such a fun and rewarding process, and now it's my new happy place with all of my plants :)
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm absolutely stoked to hear that you've connected with my channel and found a sense of comfort while watching. I'm glad to have you here! Your spring reset sounds like an absolute dream! Creating your own space is the perfect way to rejuvenate and inspire yourself. Having your own little sanctuary filled with plants is utterly delightful (I need more plants for my studio, haha). I hope you create many beautiful things in your new happy place! 🌿✨
Hiya Kim!! I think this is my first time seeing your videos!! I think you're absolutely right about the need to step back from the grind now and then, especially when fatigue sets in and your thoughts begin to run together. Better to come back fresh than to stay up worrying about it, and I think that goes for most fields. Nice to meet you!!
Hello there! Welcome to my corner of the internet! I'm happy that you stumbled upon my videos, and I hope you found them insightful. You're absolutely spot on about the importance of taking a breather from the hustle and bustle, especially when fatigue starts creeping in. It's all too easy to get caught up in the grind, but stepping back and recharging can work wonders for clarity and creativity. It's a universal truth no matter what you're doing! It's lovely to virtually meet you too! I hope you stick around for more content and discussions. 🌟
I also feel really guilty when taking a break but it got really exhausting for me a couple of years back (and I’m still recovering from an annoying art block as a consequence) so now I’m scheduling breaks into my routine, and power thru, some time to catch a movie or do my nails, simple things like that. Even if I feel bad I tell myself that when tired I just waste time! Taking a step back has done wonders to my mental health. Thank you for your videos, they’re truly a joy for the eyes, amazing places and beautiful art ❤
Breaks are so important, and it's fantastic that you've made them a priority in your routine! Don't ever feel guilty for taking time to recharge and indulge in simple pleasures. Your mental health is paramount, and it sounds like you're taking great steps to nurture it. I'm so glad that my videos bring you joy. Thank you for your kind words, and keep up the fantastic work on your creative journey! I hope you get through your art block soon! 😊💜
I'm so sorry to hear you've been having a rough time with your art. I find that when I go through this, a break is exactly what I need! I hope you have a very restful one 😊 Haha, thank you! Yeah, it was quite the spooky experience!
this video is beautiful and really resonates with me rn. (TRIGGER WARNING) i had excruciating insomnia for a few months now, which no medication provided could help with, it only gave me nightmares and breathing difficulty, and started to develop eating issues and suicidal thoughts. one night i decided that i have to take a break from my studying bc i just can't take it anymore like that. the next day was the first time in months i slept peacefully in my bed, falling asleep in less than a half-hour. i proceed to sleep well for a week and even though it was harder than ever to just stop the thing i worked on for years, nothing can replace a good rest. take care of yourselves y'all
I'm so glad that my video could resonate with you! And, thank you for sharing your story. I'm so sorry you had such an awful time with studying and the medication. Stress is a crazy thing and can do weird stuff to our bodies. I really hope you can strike a balance between work and rest now and that you'll find it easier next time to step away when you need to ✨
@@ysvyri thanks for your kind words! Your videos are a big inspiration to me both in art- and health-related ways, so i hope you'll find this balance too and have more fun with art in general
This is such a relaxing video and it helped me feel less guilty about my break as well! (Also fun fact: I also just finished a sketchbook I had lying around since 2015)
