The Simple Joys of Burt Shavitz: The Smile of a Truly Happy Man

Witnessing the serene lifestyle of Burt Shavitz, co-founder of Burt's Bees, offers a glimpse into a life of true contentment. In a video that has captured the hearts of many, Burt shares his philosophy on living simply and happily. He reveals, "I have no problem living in a camp, going to bed when it gets too dark to read, and waking up when the sun comes through my window. I don't own an alarm clock. A good day is when no one shows up and you don't have to go anywhere."

This perspective resonates strongly with viewers. One user commented, "A good day is when no one shows up... man, I feel that," encapsulating the widespread yearning for such a tranquil existence. Others reflect on the privilege and choice involved in living this way. One comment notes, "It’s different when you didn’t choose to live in a camp," while another highlights, "In short, the benefits of wealth."

The disdain for modern life's trappings is clear in remarks like, "Alarm clocks were one of the worst things we've inflicted on ourselves." The allure of Burt's lifestyle is strong, with one user stating, "I’m seriously like | | this close to living the dream."

Burt's story is not without its complexities. One commenter shares, "Interesting story about how him and his wife (business partner) founded Burt's Bees but they divorced before they really hit it big and his wife got the business and he had to sue her for some of the money." Despite this, Burt's contentment in his simple life is evident.

Solitude and self-sufficiency are recurrent themes. A comment reads, "Solitude is addicting," and another shares an anecdote, "My buddy lives in the mountains in Vermont off-grid. Turned a hunting camp into a Chalet to live in. He grows weed to sell to the dispensaries and makes maple syrup. He smiles just like this every day."

Burt's cabin, a symbol of his lifestyle, has even become a point of interest. "I regularly walk by Burt’s cabin. It was relocated to the Burt’s Bees headquarters in Durham, North Carolina," one user mentions.

Burt Shavitz represents a man who has found true happiness in simplicity, a sentiment beautifully captured in his statement and smile. His story inspires many to seek contentment in life's simple pleasures, reminding us that sometimes, a good day is simply one where no one shows up, and there's nowhere to be.