Thanks for sharing it, it helps me to feel what is resonating ... less stress ,less worry,less mind for more relax ,wishing you a lovely new year 🙏💫🤲☺️🎁
Hello, I live in NY and at first I will admit i was upset about our current future president to be. Then I realized pretty quickly that no matter who is in that office does not affect my daily life. I still need to work and take care of myself and my elderly dad. I have bills to pay. I have a wonderful life and family. Am I rich financially nope but I am rich in other ways. So in December 2025 will be the year I retire at 65. I don’t care about what others think about anything and I’m not shy if someone is overstepping to stop them first nicely and then a hard stop if they don’t get the message. I feel energized about 2025 and this time in 2026 if God grants me another year I will be waking up and easing into the day without rushing to drink my morning coffee. Listen, you now know what you went overboard with and it’s healthy that you recognize it and will change your attitude and behavior. I will too. Looking forward to decluttering my basement and closets. EVERYONE has a blessed start to this year and make it one of your best ones yet. 🙌
Why are you so upset about President Trump? Would you prefer the fake Biden or illegal Kamala? President Trump has actually been a Wartime President for the past four years. This will be his third term.
You are the one person on TH-cam who I would definitely be friends with if I lived near you! And by the way, you can be very pleased by what you see in the mirror!
Adelina - one of your best talks yet! It resonated with me on so many levels. To much veg food in fridge and freezer (thank heavens freezer burn does not affect nutritional quality), spending money unnecessarily in times of stress, etc etc etc. Not caring what people think of me - needs work. At the age of 74 I was diagnosed with diabetes. Weight gain I blame on all the vegan ice cream, chocolate and Oreos. So 30 lb weight loss later and I'm no longer diabetic. Yay!!! But I swear 20 lbs of that came off my face and omg the wrinkles! Im much healthier but look so much older! So, need to focus on loving myself, wrinkles and all.Thanks Adelina! 😂
I just wanted to say how much I admire your honesty and the thoughtfulness that you bring to your channel. It's refreshing to see someone who is so genuine and always striving to improve themselves, it’s inspiring! I can tell you put in a lot of effort to reflect and grow, and I just want to mention you're not alone in facing these challenges. Be kind to yourself. Your perspective is helping others (including me) more than you probably realize. Thank you for sharing your journey! Now I got to clean out my freezer!
I love the "care more, care less" mantra! That resonates with me so much going into 2025. I have a storage unit that I plan on going through, and I'm looking to donate and downsize a lot of it soon. Can't wait to see your inventive recipes!
Excellent video Adelina! Everything that you spoke about resonated with me. Your point about caring LESS hit home as I am trying to control the amount of stress that I allow into my life. One big change that I have made (particularly since the election here in the US) is that I will do everything I can to make this a better world, but ultimately I only have so much control or influence. I refuse to obsessively follow the media down the rabbit hole of ever more disaster and outrage. I will stay informed, but not wallow in despair and fear. Billy Joel had a line in one of his songs: "I used to have my pointless point of view, but now I've found that just surviving is a noble fight". I will care more about what I can do, and less about what I cannot.
Your videos are such a bright spot in the week! My theme is similar to yours: Be content with the abundance I already have, and release expectations around others (opinions, actions, etc.) Here's to a meaningful and nourishing 2025!
Funny that this is your topic today. I just got home from a day of grocery shopping. it took 45 minutes to get there. I bought a lot! Multiple bags of rice, pasta, sauces, shelf stable staples, bread for the freezer and veggies too. Meats and fish for the freezer, all kinds of things. One of the stores had absolutely no eggs and had a lot of empty freezers and shelves. We don't know what this next few months will bring- major snow storms-political unrest.... I'm just making sure I have what I need so I can relax a bit about things. You aren't the only one. I'm concerned about our relationship with Canada. I love Canada and my heart aches for what is happening. We get our electricity from Canada so it's scary. Politics is not what your channel is about and I am not trying to make it so. I think I just want Canadians I care about to understand that not all of us voted for the one causing such challenging issues. We here are scared and we too find ourselves overspending on what we feel we may not have access to in the future. Like COFFEE!! i
I'm sending you a big hug! It's unsettling times, and I get your concerns. We know that the majority of Americans are just regular people, living their lives and taking care of their families 🇨🇦❤️🇺🇸
@@myBIGtinyhouselife Truly it’s one lunatic willing to cost us everything. It’s frightening to be an American right now. But my cupboards and freezer are full and I am decluttering my home because I know I will feel lighter. I have wanted a tiny home forever it seems. But as more time goes by I realize I do not want to have to tow anything. I just want to drive my home around in a way that’s easy to go grocery shopping or to a museum or an event of some kind. It’s much easier on gas but I think a van is just too small. I’m a crafter!!!!
Oh Adelina, you are so right in all the points you mentioned. I have had gray hair for over 20 years. In the beginning there was a lot of pushback from all sorts of people who believed that you couldn't walk around like that after all. But back then I was very surprised at my own composure. All I said was, "It's my hair, isn't it?" So there was quickly no longer any attack surface. You just can't take everything so much to heart, you really have to concentrate more on yourself and your own life. Do you know what I would like to do one day? I would like to come over for a cup of tea to get to know you, your tiny house and Sophie. I imagine that would be wonderful. But, it's a bit too far from Germany. I also have an extreme allergy to cats. You see, I can at least watch all of your videos, which I do quite regularly. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you for your plans. Take good care of yourself, stay healthy, and give Sophie a cuddle from a distance. Very best regards Claudia ❤
Loved your talk. But I kept thinking, "Please pet Sophie. She just wants pets. Hah. Loved it when she finally curled up, looked up at you and then you petted her. It was a passionate talk, I understand. You reminded me I need to only freezer cook. 😊
A great chat Adelina! I think it is important to keep challenging ourselves. Don’t want to stay stagnant for this next year! Anyway, I’m an American from Maryland and I 100% standby the great country of Canada!!!! 🇨🇦
Adelina, you are not alone: a few years ago I consolidated all my lip balms into one place. I did not count but there were at least 12. I won't have to buy lip balm for years and years. But, in our defense, it is miserable to be caught wanting lip balm and not having any at hand. I have gotten more deliberate about where I keep one always with me so that I don’t keep throwing in extra.
Great mindset for 2025. It's the 'caring more' about life is key, me thinks. I'm 60 in February, and I feel it some days when my knees don't want to go with me. Haha
My boyfriend is a hoarder, I went through his fridge and cupboards and found stuff that had expiry dates older than my great nephew lol. I’m more a minimalist yet I can certainly stop with buying any more chatckas or nik naks. I think because of the state of things in the world like you I tend be reactive and try and fill or surround myself with little things that bring me joy or beauty, especially in my home, it gives me some sense of comfort. My theme for 2025 will be contentment. Appreciate all my blessings more and let the small stuff and even big stuff slide more easily. It’s how we react to stuff that makes a difference. Just found your channel and like your energy and outlook. I wish you all the best for 2025 as well as all your viewers.
Your food comments really resonated with me. I was homeless for 2 years of my adult life. Addiction took me to the streets. I have been sober and have a place of my own again for a long time now. The one thing that still sticks and I can't shake from that time was lack of food. Now, I tend to overstock. I'm terrified of running too low and in that, tend to forget all of what food that I do have! What a problem to have! I'm going to work on this. It gives me anxiety to think I might get low on food, but I don't like being wasteful either. As I get older, I feel how you feel about work. I've always busted my butt at work. A quality work ethic has always been important to me, but now? I will still work hard, but I'm not giving 110% anymore. I'll give you my best every day, and that's it. I'm still so tired at the end of the day, but I know it's not going to last forever, and my company will forget about me when I do leave. My income is a means to an end. A means to my own goal of purchasing a TH for me and my cat. I just want peace, calm and kindness in my world. Part of that, is giving up the expectations from others that you speak of. I stopped wearing most makeup during Covid. A little concealer here and there, lip gloss, that's about it these days! It's so freeing. I just want to be physically and mentally healthy vs worrying about the grays popping up. I think how our perspective changes as we get older, can be a good thing. We don't need to keep up with Jonses or the world perceptions. The last 20 years have FLOWN. Life truly is short. Here's to a restorative 2025! Also, I love how Sophie does not acknowledge personal boundaries, haha. 😄
Ciao Adelina, you are talking about spending more time to your hobbies. Can you tell us once what you're thinking about, to get some inspiration? I'm really looking forward to this fresh new year!
Great video as always. I will be 55 in October and I have the mindset of I don't care what others think about me. I work in Finance too and quit a corporate job due to the stress and I went to work for a non-profit company without all the drama and stress.
My goal for 2025 is to say YES. Yes to the hobbies I enjoy, yes to practicing my guitar, yes to exercise, yes to fun with friends, yes to new adventures, yes to my love of cooking. Btw, I have been using Dr. Pepper lip balm since I got it in my Christmas stocking when I was 12, and I am 63! I have about three left.....and they don't make it any more I wish I had your 12!!! LOLOL
I realized the same about the “goal” oriented office system…it’s complete BS. The realization came when I had put in the extra effort and time, plus helped and trained a junior individual in a different department and then was told I would not be receiving the added bonus that I had received the previous year when I did way less because “there are only x amount of funds available and we need to ensure we retain the staff we have, and they have gone several years without….” Right there took the blinders off 😂. Don’t get me wrong, I still took pride in my work and gave them above standard BUT only worked within office hours and ensured I took vacation-and no longer reachable while on vacation etc…made me a happier employee for sure!
You are so very right. My theme word for 2025 is "sieve". When others try to dump problems or want more than is acceptable, these requests will go right through me! 😅
I loved this video Adelina! I have many of the same priorities for care more & care less. I will be 60 in Dec ‘25. I am staying informed about world events but have decided not to watch news daily. I really agree with your comments about deciding to not let work take over your day to the point that you’re too tired and have no energy at the end of the day. I used to feel guilty if I didn’t try to ‘catch up’ on the weekends and then I would be resentful when I took ‘me’ time for work. I still don’t like having unfinished reports hanging over my head but I realize that the to-do list never gets cleared. So I am making a point to take my lunch time to read a book while I eat or step outside on nice days.
OMG! at4:19 you started telling me ALL the things I let slide! Spending yep and yep....my cuboards have so much too!You are preaching to the choir Sista!
A wise woman you surely are!! I"m always inspired. Next week I get together with two friends in our annual setting of our themes and goals (we dont do resolutions either). And you have given me things to consider and take to our meeting.
I try to keep my freezer inventory stuck on the fridge door as I often forget what’s in there. I also put the month on the bag, as most things are best used within 3 months. Give yourself a break - your visceral response to loss & chaos is very real and you needed to give yourself time to physically process it. Take care
Hi Adelina and Sophie, my word this year is Joy, I don't listen to the news or TV, I spend mu time outside as I live rural and always alot to do. Your TH-cam is something I always enjoy and listen to it twice, you make my week. 2025 share with like minded friends and my family. Love from heatwave Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️
Lol, a lip balm for every month of the year, plus a few emergency lip balms in case you lose one! Love it, love your focus for the year and love you and Sophie! ❤🐈
I’m with you on caring less with regard to work…I’m 62 and have a couple more years left to work but I definitely am not working those 10 hr days anymore…it comes at too high of a cost to us physically but especially mentally.
Love this video!! Gave me some great ideas and food for thought. Btw. Anyone who makes a negative comment about how you look or your age or anything like that needs to just stop. You’re beautiful and you definitely do not look your age!! I hope you have a great 2025 and I’ll be here to watch it unfold! 💕
Honestly Adelina, you look great, and certainly not 59 ! And what is even greater than your look is your general attitude towards life. I've been a subscriber for several years now, and you're truly a model for me. I wish you a wonderful 2025 and a lot of success in your theme and goals !
Hi Adeline. Sophie says she thinks your theme should be about her. 😊❤ I love that she always shows up for us. And I just have to say… you are gorgeous! And I share your lip balm addiction.Lots of love to you both!
At 00:22 seconds you have an orb floating beside you. I love seeing them. I also have been distressed by the world events and political climate these past few months especially. Had to stop watching new and feel a bit less stressed. I live in Ontario and it's full on winter north of Toronto and am not a cold weather or snow lover. Retired now so I don't need to go anywhere but still feel trapped at home. I like your idea of caring more about some things and less about others. Corporations or companies don't care about the individual because everyone can be replaced. I learned that a long time ago. Looking forward to seeing more in 2025,
HI Adelina! I just want to say that I admire you. I've been following you for more than I year and I can say that all your videos always leave something positive for me and things to think about. You are amazing and pretty inside and out! I wish you a blessed 2025 for you and all your lovely community! Can't wait to see next video! Love, Nilsa.❤
I like your focus. I myself worry to much about things I have no control over and caring less about those things I think will be my goal this year. Thanks for waking me up about those things . hugs!
Adelina: All the best in 2025! Your goals are good ones and I hope you get there! Speaking of self-care I'm a little appre- hensive to say this,but you've developed a habit of tsking? after you speak! Look back to your previous videos-you don't do it in them! Just a little reminder to check it now before it becomes e problem for you! But,if you don't care about it,forget I mentioned this! I st ill think you are great! Cheers,Sandy
I am so with you on so many things. I have decided to purge, be more aware of spending. I think that you are a beautiful lady. And, by the way. I am a September girl myself! I turned 71 and I pretty much feel good. I think that you are good to do great. ❤
I think you are awesome ❤ we're the same age. I love your mindset. Canadians ❤. You inspire me, and I so feel I have a connection with your channel 💕. I welcome you into my space, and enjoy your company. Here's to a Happy intentional New Year. Be safe and well my friend ❤️ 🎉.
Ah yes the end of the year always make me reflect on what I enjoyed and what I need to work on. I do love a simple life. I haven't worn makeup since 2 year b4 I retired. The freezer does need to be inventoried. I try to ignore the federal world just the local world. I enjoyed your video.
Thank you for sharing this inspiring message,wishing you a lovely new year for you and everyone, it is helping me to refocus on relax and what I feel for this new year needs ❤ thank you 🙏💫☺️
I am doing the same thing with frozen food this month. I'm not buying anything until I've used up some of what I have. I have a full size freezer with my refrigerator and I have two full chest freezers in my garage. It's out of control. Lol.
Thanks for sharing❣️ Great stuff 👍 My On Word this year is “Thrive” Last year was a year of health issues (actually started Fall of 2023 & continued into 2024) Started in March with having to have a total reconstruction of a pacemaker surgery that I’d had 4 months prior. Lots of stress, new diagnoses & more procedures later in the year. Left me physically & emotionally drained. Withdrew from friends, groups & was numb to my feelings. So just survived 2024 & I want to Thrive & flourish in 2025….. no matter what happens. Wishing you, your family & Sophie a Happy & Blessed New Year 2025🙏💕
Happy New Year! I can so relate to your lip balm. I found 12 little tubes of toothpaste- you know the little tubes the dentist gives you? I put them away thinking they would come in handy for travel. I used 2 this past year! My word for 2025 is “learn”. I am a devoted crafter and creative person so am always up to learning along those lines but I want to include other skills or gain other knowledge about things like fine art, math, animals, history.
All of this resonated with me, including the lip balm addiction. lol My plan is to get back on track with my walking, eating healthier and not buy things I don't need, as well. I was good with those things last year except for, like you, the last quarter. I lost 54 lbs so that is another motivator to get back to how I felt better physically and mentally when I was getting some exercise in at least 5 days a week. Happy New Year to you, and your shadow, Sophie🥰. ☺
For me, I’ve found more than once in my life that I need to always focus on the present, expect nothing and to be consciously kind to others …and to make certain I share with those I care about, as much as possible because tomorrow is promised to no one - not only for them but for me. Although I take of things I need to (eventually) but l can’t be absorbed with day to day tasks which in the end will make no difference one way or another…yes being a senior will do that to you….. Be well, be you & Keep smiling…May you find contentment and peace in whatever you focus on. ❤…..ps. As far as spending goes?… I bought new RED shoelaces for my boots AND I’m so excited!!!! lol
My word is Acceptance. I love your outlook. We all have a "lip balm" hoard! I have kleenex and reading glasses everywhere. When you are ready to stop dying your hair I think you'll feel liberarted. I stopped in my sixties and wish I'd have doneit sooner. Be well!
I love your intentions for the year. Especially the "care less" part. It's exactly the right course ... and I always make January my "Cabinet/Pantry Cleanout" month. It's pretty much a fun thing in a blah month. And is a kick to the checking account. Can't wait to share in your new year! ❤❤
I am 56 and live in the UK. I have always kept as up to date as possible with current affairs both domestic and international, however, this is no longer a priority. There is just too much craziness in the world today and focusing on it only brings anxiety and uncertainty. Instead I try to focus on the things that bring me joy, peace and contentment such as family and living a slower more meaningful life. This is why I love your channel Adelina as your values align with mine ❤
FYI, a suggestion to keep from wasting food in fridge/freezer is to buy freeze-dried food. It saves a lot of money, lasts a long time and keeps your food fresh longer
You inspire me to focus on my projects and no care about judgements about my life , 👍😊 I have no visit your channel since a while ,I had a hard last year but I had a click moment that I don't want to care anymore mind etc,just relax,create what I like,I don't have the perfect settle work life so it is judge, I will bf 40 this year ,I feel to arrive to be adult 😊 as I feel I no care anymore as I know that I am honest to my values 😊 and I feel to declutter and care more too to the essentials and I did the same these last 2 weeks, I finish all the food I had first of all, now I can shop tomorrow as it is empty and I do a shop list focus on what I will really eat this week and so I feel to start on a new fresh start on the clearer mind lighter back to essential, free my mind,same with relationships, destiny gave me opportunity divine to meet back the people I care deep and with who we had sad misunderstanding and so I could clarify too ,I felt this first week days has been finally divine opportunity to put clear bases after an hard year depression last year, that was diving gift finally as I never took such a time to rest and heal a life and so ,this week has been not so easy still but now I feel , all is meant for a reason in divine flow, universe energies called me back to this channel now and it resonate like an hug comfort to my soul that I am back finally ready to shine lighter back ,thank you,it has been very hard months last year and now it is like a gift for the patience courage to cross the phases, so this year will be lighter for a lot of people as we come back to these feelings essential that is felt liberating relaxing and empowering in the same time,sorry for my mistakes in English,I did not practice since a while , thank you for sharing your messages, it is really helping encouraging inspiring conforting as sometimes I felt weird and not so understood as I choose to take a time to rest as I was very not well, I feel better thanks to life gifts, healing and physical health , accident etc, and as I prioritise getting better health, first of all, and no care social work label of succèss, matériel things, or other personal aspect seen as failure as I did not have the big house car,super mariage family done yet, etc, as I moved changed work countries, many times before,now,back to native town as I felt the call for rest grounded back to the source, sorry for sharing so much,I feel here you created a community of positive non judgemental empathic people 🙏💫🎁thank you ,I wish you and everyone all the best, peace joy love on heart shining for eveyone, libération of our beautiful soul, shining,no care social norms that create confusion sometimes pression illusions and just flow relax as we feel our real self respect and this is the year for our full soul to shine I feel 😊🙏💫 even in universe energies vibes,it resonates all of this,let's keep faith in process when not easy as it brings us back clearer deeper to our essence clarity 😊🙏💫🎁👍
I love your care less focus. I can relate to the work/corporate mentality and have experienced the same pressure for the last 3 years. I'm hoping to retire later this year. I feel like the stress is so not healthy for me. Care less about what others think- so great!! Thanks for sharing!♥♥ Lip balm is a necessity in my opinion. LOL
I really resonate with your goals, Adelina; I think the “care less” activities are your most important because they will free up time and head space to pursue the “care more” stuff! Yesterday, I just started the process of going to my natural hair color (I’m 61) and it has really had the effect of feeling like I’m moving towards my authentic self (which is connected with my overall goal of living simply and respectfully with the planet ). Really enjoyed the video! Karen
Happiest of New Years to you and I wish you an abundance of happiness and success! This was a great video and I look forward to the good things that are to come in 2025. ML ❤️🇨🇦🐈
Nice job...I love the idea of being mindful of all the things we already have. Great talk! The media is out of control, I am right there with you. Be informed, but not at the expense of our mental health. My word for the year is strength. Physically and mentally. Happy 2025 to you and Miss Sophie ❤
Bravo....... in my mind your head is exactly in the right place. Emotional, personal and work balance are so important. I'm 11 years ahead of you and you have come to these conclusion much earlier than I did. Girlie, you will find the quality of your life will be so much improved. My words for the coming years: longevity, health, peace of mind and most of all.....JOY. Take care....
Love the video Adelina. So many things I agree with (work pressures and culture as well as the craziness of the political scene). My word for the year is dancing. I can't wait for more updates 😊
I am guilty about the make up too! Bet you’re not alone! I rung in earlier … Covid … for the New Year! I have never had it! My daughter in law woke up December 26 with Covid and the Flu! Crazy! This talk has really put a new spin on my life in this crazy world! Blessings! 🌈🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️
Great ideas for the year. You and I are on the same wave length about caring more and less. Looking forward to seeing where 2025 takes us. Don’t use lip balm myself I use a bit of vaseline which works just as well. Enjoy your week.
I am right there with you about what is important and what is not. This last year has had me really looking at some of the same things as you plus, being a bit older than you, putting some important things in place, as well. 2025 is going to be much more intentional for me. Thank you for affirming some of the same things I have been thinking. You and your lip balms...me and my quilting fabric. Eek! LOL
Definitely need to pay attention to all the stuff you are doing in my life, starting with the freezer. Small thing but indicative of all other parts of life
Also, it’s ok that you ate a lip balm addict! I am 59 and will be 69 the beginning of February and I understand what you are feeling about looks etc… I stopped coloring my hair two or three years ago because my beautician told me it will look like I intentionally highlighted my hair like the younger generation is doing. She was right and I am saving soooo much money!😂
Very good video. I too have been trying to clean out the freezer. Little by little it will happen and it saves so much to use what I have. Last month it made a huge difference in what was left over at the end of the month! I think your goals are great as corporations really don't understand what an employee does most of the time and they rarely bestow any loyalty to employees. Best wishes for this New Year to you, family and Sophie.
Great video, you are so right. I have started a no spend on things i do not need. But I wish there was a place you could go to find good honest small companies to buy from that things last. I do not mind spending on things that will last. Most of it is throw away. Can not wait for your next video.
Happy New Year! I love your talk today. I also hope to care more and care less in 2025 too. I’m a little older -67 - and am so ready to retire. 2025 will be my final year to work my current job and then I’ll see what comes next. Being in the US, I have extra worries about what the next 4 years will bring but I’m going to try to concentrate on what I can control, choose my battles and try not to lose hope. Keep doing what you do. Your videos are very appreciated. And I love my Canadian neighbors such as you and Single and Solo (also in beautiful Vancouver Island). (I’m way over east in metro Detroit). Peace and love to you as always.
Thank you so much for sharing your goals for 2025, it was much appreciated ! I've been living a more frugal life since I've been retired (3 years) - my choice so that I don't have to work part-time and that I can enjoy my volunteer work. I'm usually a cheerful person , however, I find Oct-Dec. particularly challenging as I have Seasonal Affective Disorder Syndrome ( SADS ), which makes this time of year a challenge! Your goals remind me how I have learned to live my life generally, but I tend to forget that during my "SADS" time of year. Also, it doesn't help living in Victoria , where the rain and overcast can be depressing, 😅 especially in December! Don't get me wrong, I love living on Vancouver Island , but certain times of the year brings certain challenges. Thanks for the reminder! I'm determined to get back on track ! Lesley😊
I had to laugh at your lip balms…I’m the same, can never have too many lol. Love this talk…I’m going to ‘ditto’ you. Thanks! BTW, love my silver streaked hair, I don’t feel like a fake anymore haha. You’d look dynamite with it. Cheers!
Hi Adelina You always look gorgeous and sound great! Definitely agree with regards to the job! You're not getting older, you're getting better! We have been brainwashed with regards to age and numbers. All the politicians start their careers in their 70s! Plus, "middle-age" would have originally been 35. It had to do with the so-called lifespan of three score and ten. How we think manifests into reality. Just like the placebo effect.
I get so much out of your video chats! I can so relate to your topics and "squirrel" moments...lol I too had so many lip balms around my small place. I began to have a reaction to my lip balm, my lips go swollen and couldn't figure it out. Through process of elimination, I changed my lip balm and my lip "injections" diminished..lol I also began using your curly hair products to tame my curls after I watched your video...finally something that worked for me too. Anyway, I was wondering what your prepping purchases were this past year? I purchased a 300+ Jackery after watching one of your videos. I've used it once so far, but was good to have it to keep my Betta fish tank heated. I like to be prepared living on the island too. I really like your 2025 motto...I'm going to keep them both in mind. Living in a tiny foot print, and I'll be 60 this year too! I wish you still lived in Chemainus, I'd love to meet for a coffee at Willow St. Cafe where I saw you the 1st time and pick your brain!...:)
My goal for this year is to use things that I have and not buy more. I have a lot of canned and frozen food. I will try to only buy fresh fruits and vegetables. I buy milk from a farmer. Thank you for your inspiration. Take care.
*My new year started off crappy. from 8:30pm NYE until 11:30am the next day we had a power and phone outage and it's the middle of summer here. I hope that's not the tone this year*
My 2025 word is LESS, less waste, less stress, less spending, less weight, less worry - just less over indulgence
Great word!! ☺️❤️
Thanks for sharing it, it helps me to feel what is resonating ... less stress ,less worry,less mind for more relax ,wishing you a lovely new year 🙏💫🤲☺️🎁
Hello, I live in NY and at first I will admit i was upset about our current future president to be. Then I realized pretty quickly that no matter who is in that office does not affect my daily life. I still need to work and take care of myself and my elderly dad. I have bills to pay. I have a wonderful life and family. Am I rich financially nope but I am rich in other ways. So in December 2025 will be the year I retire at 65. I don’t care about what others think about anything and I’m not shy if someone is overstepping to stop them first nicely and then a hard stop if they don’t get the message. I feel energized about 2025 and this time in 2026 if God grants me another year I will be waking up and easing into the day without rushing to drink my morning coffee. Listen, you now know what you went overboard with and it’s healthy that you recognize it and will change your attitude and behavior. I will too. Looking forward to decluttering my basement and closets. EVERYONE has a blessed start to this year and make it one of your best ones yet. 🙌
I love your philosophy! ☺️❤️
Why are you so upset about President Trump? Would you prefer the fake Biden or illegal Kamala? President Trump has actually been a Wartime President for the past four years. This will be his third term.
You are the one person on TH-cam who I would definitely be friends with if I lived near you! And by the way, you can be very pleased by what you see in the mirror!
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Adelina - one of your best talks yet! It resonated with me on so many levels. To much veg food in fridge and freezer (thank heavens freezer burn does not affect nutritional quality), spending money unnecessarily in times of stress, etc etc etc. Not caring what people think of me - needs work. At the age of 74 I was diagnosed with diabetes. Weight gain I blame on all the vegan ice cream, chocolate and Oreos. So 30 lb weight loss later and I'm no longer diabetic. Yay!!! But I swear 20 lbs of that came off my face and omg the wrinkles! Im much healthier but look so much older! So, need to focus on loving myself, wrinkles and all.Thanks Adelina! 😂
So good to hear you are back in the green! I'm sure you look absolutely radiant! 😄
I just wanted to say how much I admire your honesty and the thoughtfulness that you bring to your channel. It's refreshing to see someone who is so genuine and always striving to improve themselves, it’s inspiring! I can tell you put in a lot of effort to reflect and grow, and I just want to mention you're not alone in facing these challenges. Be kind to yourself. Your perspective is helping others (including me) more than you probably realize. Thank you for sharing your journey! Now I got to clean out my freezer!
You’re so sweet, thank you for the kind words! 🥰
I love the "care more, care less" mantra! That resonates with me so much going into 2025. I have a storage unit that I plan on going through, and I'm looking to donate and downsize a lot of it soon. Can't wait to see your inventive recipes!
I'm always up for a good decluttering! 😊
Excellent video Adelina! Everything that you spoke about resonated with me. Your point about caring LESS hit home as I am trying to control the amount of stress that I allow into my life. One big change that I have made (particularly since the election here in the US) is that I will do everything I can to make this a better world, but ultimately I only have so much control or influence. I refuse to obsessively follow the media down the rabbit hole of ever more disaster and outrage. I will stay informed, but not wallow in despair and fear. Billy Joel had a line in one of his songs: "I used to have my pointless point of view, but now I've found that just surviving is a noble fight". I will care more about what I can do, and less about what I cannot.
That is such a great attitude to have!
My word for this year is Grace. I need to give myself grace and accept grace from others.
That's a good one. We all need more grace ☺️❤️
Your videos are such a bright spot in the week! My theme is similar to yours: Be content with the abundance I already have, and release expectations around others (opinions, actions, etc.) Here's to a meaningful and nourishing 2025!
I love that! I hope you have a really good year ahead! 😊
Funny that this is your topic today. I just got home from a day of grocery shopping. it took 45 minutes to get there. I bought a lot! Multiple bags of rice, pasta, sauces, shelf stable staples, bread for the freezer and veggies too. Meats and fish for the freezer, all kinds of things. One of the stores had absolutely no eggs and had a lot of empty freezers and shelves. We don't know what this next few months will bring- major snow storms-political unrest.... I'm just making sure I have what I need so I can relax a bit about things. You aren't the only one. I'm concerned about our relationship with Canada. I love Canada and my heart aches for what is happening. We get our electricity from Canada so it's scary. Politics is not what your channel is about and I am not trying to make it so. I think I just want Canadians I care about to understand that not all of us voted for the one causing such challenging issues. We here are scared and we too find ourselves overspending on what we feel we may not have access to in the future. Like COFFEE!!
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I'm sending you a big hug! It's unsettling times, and I get your concerns. We know that the majority of Americans are just regular people, living their lives and taking care of their families 🇨🇦❤️🇺🇸
@@myBIGtinyhouselife Truly it’s one lunatic willing to cost us everything. It’s frightening to be an American right now. But my cupboards and freezer are full and I am decluttering my home because I know I will feel lighter. I have wanted a tiny home forever it seems. But as more time goes by I realize I do not want to have to tow anything. I just want to drive my home around in a way that’s easy to go grocery shopping or to a museum or an event of some kind. It’s much easier on gas but I think a van is just too small. I’m a crafter!!!!
Oh Adelina, you are so right in all the points you mentioned.
I have had gray hair for over 20 years. In the beginning there was a lot of pushback from all sorts of people who believed that you couldn't walk around like that after all. But back then I was very surprised at my own composure. All I said was, "It's my hair, isn't it?" So there was quickly no longer any attack surface. You just can't take everything so much to heart, you really have to concentrate more on yourself and your own life.
Do you know what I would like to do one day? I would like to come over for a cup of tea to get to know you, your tiny house and Sophie. I imagine that would be wonderful.
But, it's a bit too far from Germany. I also have an extreme allergy to cats.
You see, I can at least watch all of your videos, which I do quite regularly.
I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you for your plans. Take good care of yourself, stay healthy, and give Sophie a cuddle from a distance.
Very best regards
Claudia ❤
Thank you Claudia. I'm sure we would have a great chat. 🇨🇦❤️🇩🇪
Loved your talk. But I kept thinking, "Please pet Sophie. She just wants pets. Hah. Loved it when she finally curled up, looked up at you and then you petted her. It was a passionate talk, I understand. You reminded me I need to only freezer cook. 😊
A great chat Adelina! I think it is important to keep challenging ourselves. Don’t want to stay stagnant for this next year! Anyway, I’m an American from Maryland and I 100% standby the great country of Canada!!!! 🇨🇦
Thanks! I hope you have a happy and peaceful 2025.
Adelina, you are not alone: a few years ago I consolidated all my lip balms into one place. I did not count but there were at least 12. I won't have to buy lip balm for years and years. But, in our defense, it is miserable to be caught wanting lip balm and not having any at hand. I have gotten more deliberate about where I keep one always with me so that I don’t keep throwing in extra.
It's amazing how quickly that lip balm collection can grow! 😂
Great mindset for 2025. It's the 'caring more' about life is key, me thinks. I'm 60 in February, and I feel it some days when my knees don't want to go with me. Haha
My boyfriend is a hoarder, I went through his fridge and cupboards and found stuff that had expiry dates older than my great nephew lol. I’m more a minimalist yet I can certainly stop with buying any more chatckas or nik naks. I think because of the state of things in the world like you I tend be reactive and try and fill or surround myself with little things that bring me joy or beauty, especially in my home, it gives me some sense of comfort. My theme for 2025 will be contentment. Appreciate all my blessings more and let the small stuff and even big stuff slide more easily. It’s how we react to stuff that makes a difference. Just found your channel and like your energy and outlook. I wish you all the best for 2025 as well as all your viewers.
I'm with you on the contentment theme for 2025!
Your food comments really resonated with me. I was homeless for 2 years of my adult life. Addiction took me to the streets. I have been sober and have a place of my own again for a long time now. The one thing that still sticks and I can't shake from that time was lack of food. Now, I tend to overstock. I'm terrified of running too low and in that, tend to forget all of what food that I do have! What a problem to have! I'm going to work on this. It gives me anxiety to think I might get low on food, but I don't like being wasteful either.
As I get older, I feel how you feel about work. I've always busted my butt at work. A quality work ethic has always been important to me, but now? I will still work hard, but I'm not giving 110% anymore. I'll give you my best every day, and that's it. I'm still so tired at the end of the day, but I know it's not going to last forever, and my company will forget about me when I do leave. My income is a means to an end. A means to my own goal of purchasing a TH for me and my cat. I just want peace, calm and kindness in my world. Part of that, is giving up the expectations from others that you speak of. I stopped wearing most makeup during Covid. A little concealer here and there, lip gloss, that's about it these days! It's so freeing. I just want to be physically and mentally healthy vs worrying about the grays popping up.
I think how our perspective changes as we get older, can be a good thing. We don't need to keep up with Jonses or the world perceptions. The last 20 years have FLOWN. Life truly is short. Here's to a restorative 2025! Also, I love how Sophie does not acknowledge personal boundaries, haha. 😄
Wow, your story is inspiring. Thank you for sharing it ❤️. I hope you have a restorative 2025 as well.
"Care more, Care less." Terrific topic! I'm writing that on my white board...right next to "Just do the next, right thing." ❤
Love it! ❤️❤️❤️
Ciao Adelina, you are talking about spending more time to your hobbies. Can you tell us once what you're thinking about, to get some inspiration? I'm really looking forward to this fresh new year!
Great video as always. I will be 55 in October and I have the mindset of I don't care what others think about me. I work in Finance too and quit a corporate job due to the stress and I went to work for a non-profit company without all the drama and stress.
I hear you! It's so refreshing to be free of that corporate pressure. 😊
My goal for 2025 is to say YES. Yes to the hobbies I enjoy, yes to practicing my guitar, yes to exercise, yes to fun with friends, yes to new adventures, yes to my love of cooking. Btw, I have been using Dr. Pepper lip balm since I got it in my Christmas stocking when I was 12, and I am 63! I have about three left.....and they don't make it any more I wish I had your 12!!! LOLOL
I'm with you on the yes to fun! 🥂
I realized the same about the “goal” oriented office system…it’s complete BS. The realization came when I had put in the extra effort and time, plus helped and trained a junior individual in a different department and then was told I would not be receiving the added bonus that I had received the previous year when I did way less because “there are only x amount of funds available and we need to ensure we retain the staff we have, and they have gone several years without….” Right there took the blinders off 😂. Don’t get me wrong, I still took pride in my work and gave them above standard BUT only worked within office hours and ensured I took vacation-and no longer reachable while on vacation etc…made me a happier employee for sure!
I hear you! It's so frustrating when your hard work isn't acknowledged. ☺️
You are so very right. My theme word for 2025 is "sieve". When others try to dump problems or want more than is acceptable, these requests will go right through me! 😅
Love that word! You've got this! 😉
Sieve: That's a good one!
I agree with you on both accounts! Good Talk! Thank You! 🌈🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️
I loved this video Adelina! I have many of the same priorities for care more & care less. I will be 60 in Dec ‘25. I am staying informed about world events but have decided not to watch news daily. I really agree with your comments about deciding to not let work take over your day to the point that you’re too tired and have no energy at the end of the day. I used to feel guilty if I didn’t try to ‘catch up’ on the weekends and then I would be resentful when I took ‘me’ time for work. I still don’t like having unfinished reports hanging over my head but I realize that the to-do list never gets cleared. So I am making a point to take my lunch time to read a book while I eat or step outside on nice days.
So good to hear you're prioritizing yourself! 😊
OMG! at4:19 you started telling me ALL the things I let slide! Spending yep and yep....my cuboards have so much too!You are preaching to the choir Sista!
LOL! 😁❤️
A wise woman you surely are!! I"m always inspired. Next week I get together with two friends in our annual setting of our themes and goals (we dont do resolutions either). And you have given me things to consider and take to our meeting.
That’s wonderful! I hope you have a great visit with your friends! 😊
You are beautiful inside and out. I am so glad I found your channel! I love listening to you talk to me and tell me what you are doing.
That’s so kind of you to say! 😊
I try to keep my freezer inventory stuck on the fridge door as I often forget what’s in there. I also put the month on the bag, as most things are best used within 3 months. Give yourself a break - your visceral response to loss & chaos is very real and you needed to give yourself time to physically process it. Take care
Hi Adelina and Sophie, my word this year is Joy, I don't listen to the news or TV, I spend mu time outside as I live rural and always alot to do. Your TH-cam is something I always enjoy and listen to it twice, you make my week.
2025 share with like minded friends and my family.
Love from heatwave Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️
That sounds like a wonderful way to live! 😊
Lol, a lip balm for every month of the year, plus a few emergency lip balms in case you lose one! Love it, love your focus for the year and love you and Sophie! ❤🐈
I’m with you on caring less with regard to work…I’m 62 and have a couple more years left to work but I definitely am not working those 10 hr days anymore…it comes at too high of a cost to us physically but especially mentally.
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Love this video!! Gave me some great ideas and food for thought. Btw. Anyone who makes a negative comment about how you look or your age or anything like that needs to just stop. You’re beautiful and you definitely do not look your age!! I hope you have a great 2025 and I’ll be here to watch it unfold! 💕
Thank you so much! 💕
Honestly Adelina, you look great, and certainly not 59 ! And what is even greater than your look is your general attitude towards life. I've been a subscriber for several years now, and you're truly a model for me. I wish you a wonderful 2025 and a lot of success in your theme and goals !
Wow, thank you!
Hi Adeline. Sophie says she thinks your theme should be about her. 😊❤ I love that she always shows up for us.
And I just have to say… you are gorgeous! And I share your lip balm addiction.Lots of love to you both!
Thank you so much! Sophie sends her love! ❤️
At 00:22 seconds you have an orb floating beside you. I love seeing them.
I also have been distressed by the world events and political climate these past few months especially. Had to stop watching new and feel a bit less stressed. I live in Ontario and it's full on winter north of Toronto and am not a cold weather or snow lover. Retired now so I don't need to go anywhere but still feel trapped at home. I like your idea of caring more about some things and less about others. Corporations or companies don't care about the individual because everyone can be replaced. I learned that a long time ago. Looking forward to seeing more in 2025,
Happy New Year 🥳
HI Adelina! I just want to say that I admire you. I've been following you for more than I year and I can say that all your videos always leave something positive for me and things to think about. You are amazing and pretty inside and out! I wish you a blessed 2025 for you and all your lovely community!
Can't wait to see next video!
Love, Nilsa.❤
Thank you so much, Nilsa! I appreciate your kind words. ❤️
I like your focus. I myself worry to much about things I have no control over and caring less about those things I think will be my goal this year. Thanks for waking me up about those things . hugs!
I hope you find peace this year! 😊❤️
Adelina: All the best in 2025! Your goals
are good ones and I hope you get there!
Speaking of self-care I'm a little appre-
hensive to say this,but you've developed
a habit of tsking? after you speak! Look
back to your previous videos-you don't
do it in them! Just a little reminder to
check it now before it becomes e problem
for you! But,if you don't care about it,forget
I mentioned this! I st ill think you are great!
Cheers,Sandy
Thank you for the feedback. I'll try to be more mindful of my speech habits going forward. 😊
I am so with you on so many things. I have decided to purge, be more aware of spending. I think that you are a beautiful lady. And, by the way. I am a September girl myself! I turned 71 and I pretty much feel good. I think that you are good to do great. ❤
Thanks!😊
I think you are awesome ❤ we're the same age. I love your mindset. Canadians ❤. You inspire me, and I so feel I have a connection with your channel 💕. I welcome you into my space, and enjoy your company. Here's to a Happy intentional New Year. Be safe and well my friend ❤️ 🎉.
Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too! 💕
Great talk and loved reading all the comments. Love that Sophie girl!🐈❤
Thank you so much! Sophie sends her purrs. 💕
LOVE your approach to keeping yourself accountable. It is easy to lose sight of our spending when we are single and accountable only to ourselves 💜
Ah yes the end of the year always make me reflect on what I enjoyed and what I need to work on. I do love a simple life. I haven't worn makeup since 2 year b4 I retired. The freezer does need to be inventoried. I try to ignore the federal world just the local world. I enjoyed your video.
I hear you on the federal world! 😅
Sophie ❤😂 she's so funny and cute.
Thank you for sharing this inspiring message,wishing you a lovely new year for you and everyone, it is helping me to refocus on relax and what I feel for this new year needs ❤ thank you 🙏💫☺️
Same to you!
Happy New Year Adelina and Sophie 🎉. Much of what you said resonated with me ; especially balance and stability. Peace and love 💗 🙏😻
Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too ❤️
I am doing the same thing with frozen food this month. I'm not buying anything until I've used up some of what I have. I have a full size freezer with my refrigerator and I have two full chest freezers in my garage. It's out of control. Lol.
Sending you ❤❤❤
Lovely video. I just moved to Campbell River, so have chosen explore as my word for 2025. So excited to explore this beautiful area.
That's a good word. It's a lovely place to live ☺️.
You're so inspiring in this crazy world!! Looking forward to your recipes
Thank you so much!!
Thanks for sharing❣️ Great stuff 👍 My On Word this year is “Thrive” Last year was a year of health issues (actually started Fall of 2023 & continued into 2024) Started in March with having to have a total reconstruction of a pacemaker surgery that I’d had 4 months prior. Lots of stress, new diagnoses & more procedures later in the year. Left me physically & emotionally drained. Withdrew from friends, groups & was numb to my feelings. So just survived 2024 & I want to Thrive & flourish in 2025….. no matter what happens.
Wishing you, your family & Sophie a Happy & Blessed New Year 2025🙏💕
I’m sending you positive vibes for a thriving 2025! ❤️
Happy New Year! I can so relate to your lip balm. I found 12 little tubes of toothpaste- you know the little tubes the dentist gives you? I put them away thinking they would come in handy for travel. I used 2 this past year! My word for 2025 is “learn”. I am a devoted crafter and creative person so am always up to learning along those lines but I want to include other skills or gain other knowledge about things like fine art, math, animals, history.
That's awesome! Learning is so rewarding. 😊
All of this resonated with me, including the lip balm addiction. lol My plan is to get back on track with my walking, eating healthier and not buy things I don't need, as well. I was good with those things last year except for, like you, the last quarter. I lost 54 lbs so that is another motivator to get back to how I felt better physically and mentally when I was getting some exercise in at least 5 days a week. Happy New Year to you, and your shadow, Sophie🥰. ☺
That's awesome! Keep up the good work 😊❤️
@@myBIGtinyhouselife Thank you! ❤
For me, I’ve found more than once in my life that I need to always focus on the present, expect nothing and to be consciously kind to others …and to make certain I share with those I care about, as much as possible because tomorrow is promised to no one - not only for them but for me. Although I take of things I need to (eventually) but l can’t be absorbed with day to day tasks which in the end will make no difference one way or another…yes being a senior will do that to you….. Be well, be you & Keep smiling…May you find contentment and peace in whatever you focus on. ❤…..ps. As far as spending goes?… I bought new RED shoelaces for my boots AND I’m so excited!!!! lol
Love the red shoelaces 😁. Have a great year.
💙 thank you for this great talk and for all you do. you are inspiring.
You’re so kind. 😊
My word is Acceptance. I love your outlook. We all have a "lip balm" hoard! I have kleenex and reading glasses everywhere. When you are ready to stop dying your hair I think you'll feel liberarted. I stopped in my sixties and wish I'd have doneit sooner. Be well!
Acceptance is a great word for the year!
All good points & challenges most people face. Wishing you & everyone a good new year.
To you as well. 🙂
I love your intentions for the year. Especially the "care less" part. It's exactly the right course ... and I always make January my "Cabinet/Pantry Cleanout" month. It's pretty much a fun thing in a blah month. And is a kick to the checking account. Can't wait to share in your new year! ❤❤
Happy new year!
I am 56 and live in the UK. I have always kept as up to date as possible with current affairs both domestic and international, however, this is no longer a priority. There is just too much craziness in the world today and focusing on it only brings anxiety and uncertainty. Instead I try to focus on the things that bring me joy, peace and contentment such as family and living a slower more meaningful life. This is why I love your channel Adelina as your values align with mine ❤
Peace and contentment is what we all need ❤️.
Loved this! I have a few of the same goals! I'm going to do my very best for as long as I can! 😀😀❤
That's the spirit! ❤️
FYI, a suggestion to keep from wasting food in fridge/freezer is to buy freeze-dried food. It saves a lot of money, lasts a long time and keeps your food fresh longer
You inspire me to focus on my projects and no care about judgements about my life , 👍😊 I have no visit your channel since a while ,I had a hard last year but I had a click moment that I don't want to care anymore mind etc,just relax,create what I like,I don't have the perfect settle work life so it is judge, I will bf 40 this year ,I feel to arrive to be adult 😊 as I feel I no care anymore as I know that I am honest to my values 😊 and I feel to declutter and care more too to the essentials and I did the same these last 2 weeks, I finish all the food I had first of all, now I can shop tomorrow as it is empty and I do a shop list focus on what I will really eat this week and so I feel to start on a new fresh start on the clearer mind lighter back to essential, free my mind,same with relationships, destiny gave me opportunity divine to meet back the people I care deep and with who we had sad misunderstanding and so I could clarify too ,I felt this first week days has been finally divine opportunity to put clear bases after an hard year depression last year, that was diving gift finally as I never took such a time to rest and heal a life and so ,this week has been not so easy still but now I feel , all is meant for a reason in divine flow, universe energies called me back to this channel now and it resonate like an hug comfort to my soul that I am back finally ready to shine lighter back ,thank you,it has been very hard months last year and now it is like a gift for the patience courage to cross the phases, so this year will be lighter for a lot of people as we come back to these feelings essential that is felt liberating relaxing and empowering in the same time,sorry for my mistakes in English,I did not practice since a while , thank you for sharing your messages, it is really helping encouraging inspiring conforting as sometimes I felt weird and not so understood as I choose to take a time to rest as I was very not well, I feel better thanks to life gifts, healing and physical health , accident etc, and as I prioritise getting better health, first of all, and no care social work label of succèss, matériel things, or other personal aspect seen as failure as I did not have the big house car,super mariage family done yet, etc, as I moved changed work countries, many times before,now,back to native town as I felt the call for rest grounded back to the source, sorry for sharing so much,I feel here you created a community of positive non judgemental empathic people 🙏💫🎁thank you ,I wish you and everyone all the best, peace joy love on heart shining for eveyone, libération of our beautiful soul, shining,no care social norms that create confusion sometimes pression illusions and just flow relax as we feel our real self respect and this is the year for our full soul to shine I feel 😊🙏💫 even in universe energies vibes,it resonates all of this,let's keep faith in process when not easy as it brings us back clearer deeper to our essence clarity 😊🙏💫🎁👍
My one word for the year is peace!! Lots of it!
Happy New Year 🥳
You too 😁
I love your care less focus. I can relate to the work/corporate mentality and have experienced the same pressure for the last 3 years. I'm hoping to retire later this year. I feel like the stress is so not healthy for me. Care less about what others think- so great!! Thanks for sharing!♥♥ Lip balm is a necessity in my opinion. LOL
I really resonate with your goals, Adelina; I think the “care less” activities are your most important because they will free up time and head space to pursue the “care more” stuff! Yesterday, I just started the process of going to my natural hair color (I’m 61) and it has really had the effect of feeling like I’m moving towards my authentic self (which is connected with my overall goal of living simply and respectfully with the planet ). Really enjoyed the video! Karen
I hear you on the authentic self journey! 😊
Happiest of New Years to you and I wish you an abundance of happiness and success! This was a great video and I look forward to the good things that are to come in 2025. ML ❤️🇨🇦🐈
Thank you! Happy New Year to you as well! 💖
Nice job...I love the idea of being mindful of all the things we already have. Great talk! The media is out of control, I am right there with you. Be informed, but not at the expense of our mental health. My word for the year is strength. Physically and mentally. Happy 2025 to you and Miss Sophie ❤
Strength is a great word. We all need more of it 💪❤️
going to dive into my freezer and see what I take over to my daughters...been storing for her and I don't know what I got! then make an inventory too!
It’s always a fun surprise! 😂
Bravo....... in my mind your head is exactly in the right place. Emotional, personal and work balance are so important. I'm 11 years ahead of you and you have come to these conclusion much earlier than I did. Girlie, you will find the quality of your life will be so much improved. My words for the coming years: longevity, health, peace of mind and most of all.....JOY. Take care....
I love your words! ❤️☺️
Love the video Adelina. So many things I agree with (work pressures and culture as well as the craziness of the political scene). My word for the year is dancing. I can't wait for more updates 😊
That's awesome! 👏
Happy New Year!!! thank you for being honest and straight forward. im 54 and you are really an inspiration to me. I look forward to seeing more!!!!
Thanks so much! I'm glad you find it helpful 😊
I am guilty about the make up too! Bet you’re not alone! I rung in earlier … Covid … for the New Year! I have never had it! My daughter in law woke up December 26 with Covid and the Flu! Crazy!
This talk has really put a new spin on my life in this crazy world!
Blessings! 🌈🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️
I hope you get better soon! ❤️
Great ideas for the year. You and I are on the same wave length about caring more and less. Looking forward to seeing where 2025 takes us. Don’t use lip balm myself I use a bit of vaseline which works just as well. Enjoy your week.
Thank you! You too!
I am right there with you about what is important and what is not. This last year has had me really looking at some of the same things as you plus, being a bit older than you, putting some important things in place, as well. 2025 is going to be much more intentional for me. Thank you for affirming some of the same things I have been thinking. You and your lip balms...me and my quilting fabric. Eek! LOL
I'm glad you're finding more intention in 2025! 😊
Definitely need to pay attention to all the stuff you are doing in my life, starting with the freezer. Small thing but indicative of all other parts of life
Also, it’s ok that you ate a lip balm addict! I am 59 and will be 69 the beginning of February and I understand what you are feeling about looks etc… I stopped coloring my hair two or three years ago because my beautician told me it will look like I intentionally highlighted my hair like the younger generation is doing. She was right and I am saving soooo much money!😂
Love it!!
Best wishes for a Prosperous and Happy New Year 🎉
Same to you!
"mystery items".. love it.
Thank you for this!
Very motivating! ❤
I'm glad you found it helpful! 🙂
Very positive start for 2025 and completely doable. I’m with you all the way! ❤️
Thanks for your support!
Happy new year Guys! (Big hugs to Sophie as well!)
Have a wonderful year!
Same to you!
Very good video. I too have been trying to clean out the freezer. Little by little it will happen and it saves so much to use what I have. Last month it made a huge difference in what was left over at the end of the month! I think your goals are great as corporations really don't understand what an employee does most of the time and they rarely bestow any loyalty to employees. Best wishes for this New Year to you, family and Sophie.
You're so right about that! Thanks for the well wishes 🙂
Great video, you are so right. I have started a no spend on things i do not need. But I wish there was a place you could go to find good honest small companies to buy from that things last. I do not mind spending on things that will last. Most of it is throw away. Can not wait for your next video.
It is a real struggle! I'm with you! 😄
🌸 🙋🏼♀️ I have 5 lip balms that I’m using, (I only need 2 🤭), I’m trying to use them all up.
Happy New Year! I love your talk today. I also hope to care more and care less in 2025 too. I’m a little older -67 - and am so ready to retire. 2025 will be my final year to work my current job and then I’ll see what comes next. Being in the US, I have extra worries about what the next 4 years will bring but I’m going to try to concentrate on what I can control, choose my battles and try not to lose hope. Keep doing what you do. Your videos are very appreciated. And I love my Canadian neighbors such as you and Single and Solo (also in beautiful Vancouver Island). (I’m way over east in metro Detroit).
Peace and love to you as always.
Thank you for your kind words! I hope your retirement year is filled with peace and joy.
Great content and something to think about! Have a great Sunday!
You too! 😊
Thank you so much for sharing your goals for 2025, it was much appreciated ! I've been living a more frugal life since I've been retired (3 years) - my choice so that I don't have to work part-time and that I can enjoy my volunteer work. I'm usually a cheerful person , however, I find Oct-Dec. particularly challenging as I have Seasonal Affective Disorder Syndrome ( SADS ), which makes this time of year a challenge! Your goals remind me how I have learned to live my life generally, but I tend to forget that during my "SADS" time of year. Also, it doesn't help living in Victoria , where the rain and overcast can be depressing, 😅 especially in December! Don't get me wrong, I love living on Vancouver Island , but certain times of the year brings certain challenges. Thanks for the reminder! I'm determined to get back on track ! Lesley😊
Seasonal Affective Disorder is tough. I hope you're doing well.
Great talk Adelina!
I did a fridge/freezer meal today😊
Good for you! ☺️
I had to laugh at your lip balms…I’m the same, can never have too many lol. Love this talk…I’m going to ‘ditto’ you. Thanks! BTW, love my silver streaked hair, I don’t feel like a fake anymore haha. You’d look dynamite with it. Cheers!
You rock that silver! 😍
I started laughing as soon as you said lip balm 😂 I’m also very guilty of hoarding lip balm
Very interesting, I don't use lip balm, only coconat oil for my skin and lips. No make up, no tint for my hair. I'm 54.
I swear we are twins! ❤
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Love your channel and your ideas. By the way your hair is so gorgeous and will be amazing if you let it go grey!
Hi Adelina You always look gorgeous and sound great! Definitely agree with regards to the job! You're not getting older, you're getting better! We have been brainwashed with regards to age and numbers. All the politicians start their careers in their 70s! Plus, "middle-age" would have originally been 35. It had to do with the so-called lifespan of three score and ten. How we think manifests into reality. Just like the placebo effect.
You are so right! It's about how we see ourselves. ❤️
I get so much out of your video chats! I can so relate to your topics and "squirrel" moments...lol
I too had so many lip balms around my small place. I began to have a reaction to my lip balm, my lips go swollen and couldn't figure it out. Through process of elimination, I changed my lip balm and my lip "injections" diminished..lol I also began using your curly hair products to tame my curls after I watched your video...finally something that worked for me too. Anyway, I was wondering what your prepping purchases were this past year? I purchased a 300+ Jackery after watching one of your videos. I've used it once so far, but was good to have it to keep my Betta fish tank heated. I like to be prepared living on the island too. I really like your 2025 motto...I'm going to keep them both in mind. Living in a tiny foot print, and I'll be 60 this year too!
I wish you still lived in Chemainus, I'd love to meet for a coffee at Willow St. Cafe where I saw you the 1st time and pick your brain!...:)
Thanks Kelly. I miss Chemainus. It's such a pretty little town.
My goal for this year is to use things that I have and not buy more. I have a lot of canned and frozen food. I will try to only buy fresh fruits and vegetables. I buy milk from a farmer. Thank you for your inspiration. Take care.
That's a great way to live! 👍
*My new year started off crappy. from 8:30pm NYE until 11:30am the next day we had a power and phone outage and it's the middle of summer here. I hope that's not the tone this year*