Want to Be Happier? Guard Your Mind! 

You are what you eat - it also applies to the mind :)

I felt the same way trying to watch most American tv shows, like Riverdale, The Vampire Diaries, etc. I found every time I watched an episode, I would leave feeling depressed and unhappy. But when I spend a half hour playing piano, or learning a new language, I leave feeling productive and excited. You put into words perfectly what I've been learning through trial and error for years!

Customize your media streams. Purify your thoughts, words, actions, intentions, relationships, environments and media streams.

I've known this for years. Your brain is not much different than a computer, you download crap on it, it's gonna run slow and crash. Excellent video.

I’ve stopped watching screens after dinner. When you set up books, music and other offline activities you’ll find plenty to do and you will feel much more relaxed for bed. I only watch screens during a lunch break or during the day on the weekend and as a consequence of that I’m much more selective about what I watch. I think identifying what content has a positive influence on us is a really important practice.

Wow Literally the scriptures your talking about is my lock screen As a woman who was actually addicted to hard core porn at one point we really need to guard what goes into our minds because it starts small but only gets worse until your watching stuff you never even could have imagined before and it literally is toxic poison for our minds Jesus Christ has delivered me from this addiction and it’s honestly hard because the temptation is their but I deleted all social media because even if u follow clean stuff their is always the random half naked person pops up to temp you to go watch the bad stuff This video really resonated with me Pro tip: Take a month to just delete your social media apps and every time u want to go to social media just read your bible and watch it change your life Love you!

Deleted all of my social media accounts on New Years this year and it was such a good decision for me at this time in my life!

Get outdoors more often...if it is possible! Breathe in the fresh air, sit up against a tree, get your hands in the dirt and plant something (I love colorful flowers).

You're going to blow up so fast please don't let the fame change you though. Keep your faith strong and number one in your life. God bless sister.

I couldn't agree more about those Instagram models. I'm considered a "pretty girl," but when I look at Instagram, and every girl is under 25, has a flawless face, size 00 body with DDD breasts, hair like a Disney princess, I definitely don't feel good about myself. I know in real life you don't see women like this that often at all, but Instagram makes you think every female out there is hotter than a Victoria's Secret model.

Sooo much truth here. Before social media, people were not trying to be superstars of lifestyle-envy pursuits. They just pretty much lived their lives. So, we had a comparatively small group of people that we were in daily contact with which made it sooo much easier to find contentment in our own life. When you watch people around the world doing things you can’t, it’s a recipe for envy, jealousy, and discontentment. We begin to believe we are entitled to have more than we have and become ungrateful for what we already have. Thank you again for speaking these wonderful messages!

I had never heard of the idea before that we can mistake entertainment for rest, but I have found that to be so true!! I would sit on the couch all day on a Saturday and binge watch shows and scroll through Instagram, but I would never feel rested afterwards. Since I’ve been aware of that I have tried to cut the time I spend on digital devices and I have felt such a huge difference mentally. This was such a good video and so applicable to my life right now.

Oh yes ! I had a bad day so the next day I watched bunch of stand up comedies on RU-vid and gaming streamers to lighten up my mood but they did the opposite. Instead I felt more depressed. I watched one of your videos about cultivating femininty and got up, cleaned my house, cooked meal for my mom and myself, walked my dog and I felt fresh and great! Thank you so much. You are changing lives of many women and girls. God bless you dear❤️

I reeeally like your take on Christianity. As a member of a Christian community myself I get soo annoyed by my fellow Christians almost threatening non Christians instead of just showing a good example. That's the reason I quit and I think maaany others as well. If more Christians would be like you the churches would be full ❤️

People like you give so much hope to the mankind.

Waaaiiit!!! You're in Michigan too!?!? Eeekk! The *BEST* place to be! 😇💕 You've made some very good points here. I'm of the belief that if something frustrates you should not dwell on it unless you are *able* to and *willing* to take the time, energy and resources to do something about it. This goes for politics, unnecessary negative news, rude comments/ unpleasant people and the like. I agree with you that we all have a set amount of energy to give to the world on a day to day basis. We need to find what we're good at, where we really shine, and where *WE* can make a difference that matters and focus there. With that being said, I am TOTALLY guilty of following Instagram accounts that do make me feel less than others and can spend too much time scrolling. Thanks for the reminder to live more mindfully! ♥ Have a beautiful week! ~Phantom

A Tipp for those who like to watch (romantic) shows on Netflix but don’t want to watch shows where there are sex scenes every couple of minutes, I suggest you may want to try Asian dramas, like Chinese or Korean dramas. You can find really light hearted romantic series there and enjoy it ☺️☺️💕

You are wise beyond your years and I appreciate you sharing your wisdom on RU-vid. I have come to look forward to your videos and really enjoy your channel. Thank you!

So glad I found your channel! ❤️ there are so few moral, feminine role models there days :(

Spot on. Practice discernment. You have to be SELECTIVE in what you bring into your home / head / heart. Everything you watch, listen to, and absorb leaves an impression. Choose the good stuff! You will be so much healthier and happier for it. Be your (own) best advocate.

Thank you for allowing the Heavenly Father to bring life to others through your videos

This couldn't have come at a better time..it's my 21st birthday today, and I've really been trying to better myself. Thank you so much Caitlin 😄

Couldn't agree more! If I'm feeling stressed or disgusted at a show or covering my eyes, that's a big sign it's not right for me! Just not great to let that mess into our spirit.

I am def not conservative, however I respect a lot of what you have to say on this channel. I think the key to a society being successful is the willingness to listen to people who are different than them, even opposite. Good job on your content! :)

You should do a day in the life of a homemaker video

I always Do notes Taking when i listen to Didi: Guarding Your Mind -images are powerful -things we consume have an effect on us -so pick and choose what you sew -if u keep scrolling u get consume -have a balance by consuming and subscribing whats vibrate with your ideas and beliefs -look at your day see how much u investing where u could have invested in life giving things -ask yourself HOW do we feel After consuming these contents REACH FOR LIFE GIVING CONTENT

Being selective is a very important and innate skill for women, but it takes practice. Amazing topic Caitlin!

You're like the big sister I never had! Thank you for this video - from a 16 year old subscriber ❤️

Love that u call it life giving content. People need to understand that whatever they choose to surround themselves with feeds the soul.

I love the way you portray the Bible through your actions and words. Beautiful inside and out 💕

Sister- you are such a beautiful soul! 💖 May God bless you and your husband!

Fantastic video and I DEFINITELY think this has everything to do with femininity! We girls consume so much info online and in general, I think we tend to keep up with social trends more than guys do... so I think this video hits the nail on the head for soooo many women. You know what you're doing! :)

The verse of the day on the bible app that I have was "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable and pleasing in Your sight, O Lord , my [firm, immovable] rock and my Redeemer." PSALM 19:14 AMP Cool timing ☺

Just did a social media cleanse after watching this!!! Really helped to realize which types of content are fruitful and which make me feel bad or less content with what I am or have. Loving your videos, just subscribed!!!

Absolutely. I feel like that can make or break me. I an trying to purge my RU-vid for less political content and more crafts, Christian woman and teaching stuff.

I think about these things all the time and really work on guarding my mind. It’s so crucial in the world these days in order to be happy! Thank you so much for your wise words of encouragement!❤️

social media is the sores of a lot of peoples unhappiness for the vary reasons that you stated vary good video

yesssss🙌🏻 I just found your videos and i’m just in love. thank you for these sweet topics that are SO needed in this world. You will have rewards in Heaven!! 💕 God bless you girl

The only social media I have is instagram and I just look at husky videos and stuff, I'd say that's a pretty positive impact in my life. Great vid as always

Good advice for the young women who rely far too much on social media for their identity. Thank you.

Really enjoyed this video today it was exactly what I needed to hear 💗

I just recently discovered your channel, and I LOVE hearing what you have to say. So many thoughts and ways of life that I have always believed in and seek to live out. It is so encouraging seeing someone put this kind of content out! Your videos are definitely life-giving to me. Thank you for taking the time to put these videos together! 💕

You are very wise, we have been consuming too much information, we need to take the control over our lives.

Amen! As a Christian, I very much appreciate you making content like this! We can all benefit from a reminder to guard our hearts and minds. As a mom of 3 littles, I think it's also very important because we need to guard the hearts of our children as well, until they are old enough to guard their own hearts, and we cannot do that effectively unless we are guarding our own hearts. Our children are paying attention to what they see us consuming. I would much rather that they grow up watching me read my Bible every day rather than watching me scroll through social media every day. "Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life." Proverbs 4:23 ❤

Thank you so much for this video! I was going to delete my Facebook account and and then at sometime open up another and make wiser choices at that time. I just really don't like all the 24/7 negativity on there and it seems that I'm either blocking, unfriending or leaving groups. I know that we can't expect to be happy all the time, that there has to be balance, but some stuff really gets to me, so I watch my Pureflix ( Christian form of Netflix), read my Bibles and concentrate on happier things and praying for mercy or help with the negative things. The Bible does say to watch what company you keep, because you'll be tempted and He's always right, because I get on FB just to browse and before I know it, I'm getting upset, cussing up a storm, etc...when I had been doing alright before then. Thank you for giving me the courage to finally make up my mind.

Thank you for having the gut to make this channel, instead of just walking with the herd. I love your channel.💕🙌👏👏👏

You are absolutely right that we need to consider the kinds of information and influences (including people) we give our time, attention, and focus to. It’s important to remember that there are unfortunately many people out there who want to and get a sense of power and control by seeing the influence that they are having on you and this influence can be negative. People with many insecurities often try to mask this and may come across as confident and even be bullies, and it’s important to be aware of this and to detach from such people and situations. Very good advice to listen to yourself and how certain people and things make you feel. To me, you are not just Mrs Midwest, but Mrs Mindset 😊

I love this. Your advice is so practical and helpful. God is using you! This is such an important message to everyone, male and female. Women will be able to enjoy and express our femininity much better with these things in mind, and maybe this video was able to bless some men too!

This video becomes more relevant every day! Very convicting, thank you!

This was so wise! It came at the right time for me. You're godsent! Thank you!

wow! you doubled your amount of subscribers since I started watching your content. Love what you are doing with this- please keep it up!

Your channel is so original and uplifting. There's always something unexpected - in a good way. Love your videos! (Also, love your style.)

Before you said it I was thinking “Life giving substance”! I love it! In case your wondering why I’m posting on so many of your videos I’m currently studying for my stats finals and your messages are so encouraging and calming to listen to while I’m studying. So thank you. I actually was listening to a lot of beauty influencers nonstop and I was spending so crazy!!😳 I had to replace with good and healthy content, which led me to you so I very much appreciate your channel💕

Thank you so much for these videos! I'm currently going through all of them and learning so much and getting some wake-up calls... I really appreciate them! :)

Thank you for this I needed this boost time to focus on me & my family my home etc 🙏🏻

Absolutely LOVE your channel! You are a true inspiration, thank you for sharing your feelings and thoughts

5 days ago I stumbeld on your channel, and automatically shared with ALL my girlfriends and sisters. Subscribed not only Because of your amazing and rare content, but also Because you asked AT THE END of your video for Like and subscription. Hate IT when RU-vidrs ASK for Like and sub at the beginning!! Greeting from Croatia, Europe!

You add so much value to people's lives. Thank you!

I needed to hear this today! Love it 😊👍🏼❤️

I needed to rewatch this today. I couldn´t eat for the last two days because I read an article about ... well, I want to spare you the details, but it was about a particularily slow and gruesome murder of a 1yo child. Now everytime my baby cries I break into tears because I have to think about how that poor child must have felt in its last days. I will abstain from news sources for a few weeks now.

Wow I was so shocked bc I was so hooked so social media. Thank you for opening my eyes

I am so so thankful for your videos! there's finally something on social media that's for me and someone who thinks just like me :) so lucky to have found you dear :)

Your videos really help me. Since I started watching, I feel so much happier 👍 God bless you, girl!

Thank you I'm grateful for this ❤❤

I’m loving your videos girl! You’re beautiful

Wow congrats on ur 5k subscribers ♥

You wear such a nice shirt oh my gosh. Thanks for your videos I love u sister ❤️

I understand what you are saying. I love your values. A healthy balance is important. Sometimes though, I feel I need to understand and feel compassion for something. Maybe not particularly good for me, but I care or want to help a cause. Great advice though. X

Beautiful; inside and out! 💓 Thank you for the wholesome messages. God Bless ♡

Grrrr8 video 👍🏽 even though I'm not RELIGIOUS well done 💖

THANK YOU!!! I needed to hear this today and God bless you for doing these videos!!! Hus and best wishes to you from me here in Savannah Ga.!!!!

wonderful video, this is such an important part of life that we so easily overlook in daily routine

Thanks for this, Cait. Very useful for people who are empaths. Takes off some pressure from having to use certain media and entertainment sources only so that we can say we keep up with the Johnsons. Coming from a feminine feminist. ;)

Continue in that you're doing for the benifit of mankind. Be inspired and inspire all of us.

I'm so happy to have found you, elder sis. 🌸 I enjoy your contents so much. Big hug from Mauritius.

This was another amazing video. Loved the message. Im gonna start doing all of this in my life.

Your content is life-giving!

I love your content! ❤️

Another great video ❤️ Really appreciate it Caitlin ❤️❤️❤️

Amazing sweater. White looks great on you.

This video is really amazing😍thank you.❤️

LOVE THIS

Thank you so much for sharing your videos!

The most real video ever!

I love how you look different and surprising in every video

Thank you very much for your videos. You are one of the main reasons why I've learnt English in my life. Your videos are worth seeing them, I love them very much through your personality. Coungratulation for everything that you reached in your life. Together with your husband and everyone who you love. This is a way that Jesus also likes.

Great video, what a wise woman.

Hey! Please can you talk to us about your daily faith routine. Love your wisdom, straight from God x

Wonderful advice!! 👏🏼💖

great video, so true!

Love it

Hey, I'd love to hear your insights on losing one's virginity , when not to fall into the lust trap, is it such a big deal or as most of the world today says it's overrated, thanks 💞

Yes ma'am.

You are such a quiet spirit

Awesome message!

This is great advice!

You are so cute I am just enchanted with your genuine smile 😃 💕

Thank you i feel the same way this is really what I need. I'm currently rendering on my Job now. On my new Job i'll commit to have more time with God. I let go of the bitterness. Focus more on contents that make you bless and noble.

Great video and especially at about 9 minutes to the end. 🙏🏻👏👏

I dont use social media accounts in fact i made it a habit for the videos i dont like to put a not interested button on it. Rather then read negative advice its best just to skip over them if its going to make you feel bad. The less views they get the better anyways.