7 things I've learned from 7 years of minimalism

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@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you all enjoy today's video! Here are some timestamps if you'd like to jump to a particular section: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Trends 02:06 The wrong intention 03:15 Decluttering 04:19 Living a sustainable lifestyle 05:35 Relationships and experiences 06:34 Be patient with loved ones 07:43 Minimalism does not define me or you

@zelmagarza6146 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes... love the cookies, yummy 😋

@creativecorner4715 3 жыл бұрын

More learning and more love ❤️

@thalfis0.693xclearancebyVd 3 жыл бұрын

Last one💕

@rdoodoo2021 3 жыл бұрын

"The greatest wealth is to live content with little." Plato

@suegreenland5989 3 жыл бұрын

Contentment is the ever lasting treasure.

@jd9720 3 жыл бұрын

Let's be honest, a huge advantage to minimalism is the financial side of it, no debt, more freedom, more money left at the end of the month.

@nicola6234 3 жыл бұрын

The freedom is the best part of it. My family lives minimally, which allows me to work very little and spend a lot of time with my son. The mental burden this has taken off me is immense, I am so grateful to have this lifestyle.

@elizabethbrundagemediajour150 3 жыл бұрын

So true !

@stephenminor4757 3 жыл бұрын

One lesson I've learned is that minimalism looks different for everyone and everyone is one their own journey. Meaning, you shouldn't beat yourself up or feel discouraged if you're not at the same point in your journal as someone else. Don't compare yourself and do your best!

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@SpiralBreeze 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you talked about minimalism not being the only thing the defines you. I think that’s the issue with KZfaq channels is that they only show the one side of the human, even though you are a multifaceted person!

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! (:

@mariahsmom9457 3 жыл бұрын

Minimizing my things helped me clarify my values and future plans, ignore a lot of negativity, and be calmer.

@vani8322 2 жыл бұрын

It's true 🙏.from.india

@dinni3318 3 жыл бұрын

I started being a minimalist when I was 20 yo and it saves me a lot of money but also showed me that minimalism is not (only) to have less things but (also) to just keep what I need and use.

@LA-lq1zf 3 жыл бұрын

My grandmother and grandfather and their entire community in their Ranch in Mexico have been living minimalism their entire lives. Everything is organic which I believe is why people out there live longer years. My grandma has had the same pair of scissors and same pots and needles as when my mom was a baby.

@russellkharkongor7843 3 жыл бұрын

Its amazing that you have been practicing minimalism for 7 years. Your life looks so free of clutter . I just started with minimalism and hope to see my life as clutter free as yours.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Russell! It's not perfect all the time - we have our messy moments too, haha (: Step by step though and it'll come in time!

@joycedigal9689 3 жыл бұрын

This year, I decided to start a minimalistic lifestyle. More than working on my personal finances and letting go of things I no longer see myself using in the next couple of months, it made me realize how much non-essential things I own. Who are at their 20s who are working on themselves this year?

@marthahubbard9463 3 жыл бұрын

I work for a lot of different people. I look and see all their beautiful things and comment on how lovely their homes are, yet it’s overwhelming for me to be surrounded by so many things. Many were surprised that I became a minimalist about ten years ago. They are curious but they say they can’t part with any of their things. My house looks boring to most. But it’s a calming place to come home to.

@66tryker 3 жыл бұрын

Love the glass desk, its like its not even there.

@anng.r.687 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve learned that I have a L O N G way to go. I look to you and other minimalists to keep reinforcing that mindset and to keep me on track when the FOMO makes me want to surf the web for new clothing purchases. Clothing shopping has been a hobby and a way to fill time. Seeing others living simply helps reinforce that perspective that we have enough and to appreciate and utilize what we already have.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Step by step! You're doing great! (:

@FiveEighteenBlog 3 жыл бұрын

Its definitely a process, but the strong motivation keeps me on track. One step at a time.

@ma.christytion9241 3 жыл бұрын

Im still trying to practice minimalism in our life and noticed that I spend less & less time now trying to organize our home. Thank you for this video

@karenjeansantos 3 жыл бұрын

I believe that your minimalism is a by product of you being content in the Lord.. you bless me Christine in many ways. I realized that im being covetous which turns me to acquire things.. but God is full of mercy and grace that He brings influences in our lives... and that influence is you in my life.. thank you very much for this meaningful content.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Of course Karen! Thanks so much for sharing. God is so good and cares so much for us as he does the beautiful lilies of the field (:

@Sunshine4 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, this is a word for me. Thank you!

@priscillajimenez27 3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@thehomemakersblog23 3 жыл бұрын

Minimalism really helped me to work through a lot of mental clutter that I didn't even realise I had. I can know live and think with so much more clarity and enjoy my hobbies and passions because I can devote time to them that I previously gave to maintaining my stuff. I can now spend a whole afternoon reading, baking or writing on my blog and it's amazing! Thank you for your video.

@zelmagarza6146 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for keeping it simple and very easy to follow 😊

@mscktt 3 жыл бұрын

After years as a natural minimalist I realized the more I have the more bothered I become. I would have decors on the wall (THE LEAST YOU COULD IMAGINE) and sometimes looking at them makes me want to take them down and just stare at a blank wall. Lol, my husband says I live like I'm in jail. 😅 But I tell him, the less I have the more space I have to be stress-free.

@DearDebt 3 жыл бұрын

Your space...your videos....they are so peaceful and calming. Definitely motivating me to continue decluttering my home and simplifying as much as possible!

@UpasanaDevchoudhury 3 жыл бұрын

I feel minimalism can mean different things to different people and there is definitely not a single way to adopt minimalism into our lives. What helps is to find out what really serves us and what not and lead in this lifestyle in a more intuitive way :) I like how you try to portray that in your videos :)

@herewegrow7038 3 жыл бұрын

Me and my husband had to start minimalism. There was one time he was like I DONT HAVE SHIRTS TO WEAR! I counted all his shirts that night and counted 74 shirts and 8 pants. I told him afterwards, he was very disappointed with himself. We started to sort out his clothes, sold some and then donated most. Now he has 15 shirts and is very happy with it. He gets to wear all of them in 2 weeks (just in time for laundry) and we have so much closet space! IT is the way to go

@mez31 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this video 🥰 I’m just starting on my minimalist journey and have come across your channel!! Thank you so much for inspiring me and making me see that it can bring so much peace and calm to my soul 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mary! Happy to have you here (:

@mez31 3 жыл бұрын

@@simplybychristine 🙏🏼♥️

@catherineaube2367 3 жыл бұрын

Being minimalist with 4 young children is difficult but we try hard...

@judyonzen 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing these 7 points of true experience. i find them insightful and honest. i went for many rounds of decluttering thru time...listening to my body, heart, surroundings, and yes, even the things...i thank them before find them new homes.

@xaznxb01x 3 жыл бұрын

my favorite video so far! excellent footage, audio and message...and that apron is pretty rad.

@brendasparks6234 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I am just starting this journey and grasping all information, thoughts and ideas. Thank you. So glad I found your channel.

@kerrycourtney8231 3 жыл бұрын

I love this particular video, Christine. Thank you.

@jeaniedelaney4711 3 жыл бұрын

Your home is so beautiful! It looks so calming. ❤️

@MarvinJamesCho 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Christine, thanks for sharing this! I wish you a happy life. 💛

@NinaHMartin 3 жыл бұрын

This is my first video of yours, I love it and I love your style, thankyou- can't wait to see more!

@senzaliving928 3 жыл бұрын

I've learned that minimalism will look different for everyone. I've had comments on my minimalism videos that I'm not a true minimalist, that I just have less stuff. I think we should be less concerned about the number of items we own and more focused on how we use these items, how often we welcome more items into our homes and, as you astutely mentioned, how we declutter the items that no longer serve us. xo, Enza

@sophiayuna 3 жыл бұрын

YES THIS. agreed

@jessie9653 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly ☺️

@angelina061993 2 жыл бұрын

see this video out of nowhere. You got me when you share that you are in the ministry too. Love that part! Keep inspiring, Christine!

@elitemoon2029 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing inspiring video! It made me right away go and start this beautiful journey

@zoraidarodriguez1761 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, wonderful advice and so helpful and simple. Such a blessing 🙏🌹

@kimmcmahon9682 3 жыл бұрын

Your channel is so wonderful. You really have a gift. I love your perspective on life , love , relationships. For someone so young you are so wise.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kim (:

@katrinastacie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this vid 💞 especially loved the last one and was just talking to my boyfriend about this - despite the niches that are shown through social media, we are all multidimensional people and each on our own journeys. :)

@aaronhedgesmusic 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos, thanks for sharing your perspective, experience and wisdom

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aaron!

@GiveMeCoffee 3 жыл бұрын

Trying to be a minimalist when you are a craftsperson isn't easy. I had to acknowledge that I need supplies and tools that I won't be using regularly, that my space can and will be messy while working on some projects, and that it doesn't need to be perfect. Still, I've been able to be more organized and aware of the things I use and how I use them, and I'm learning to buy only what I'll actually use in the immediate future... I'm not just saving space and avoiding clutter, I'm also saving money by doing this.

@myrna8131 3 жыл бұрын

This is similar to my experience. I have a few hobbies & ran into the same. Good to know I’m not the only one. 😀

@jenniferl7080 3 жыл бұрын

Inspirational! Thanks Christine

@alyssam1277 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Christine 🥰 will be purchasing more cookies soon !

@Noname-xn5tl 3 жыл бұрын

It’s sad how people rely on trends to make them happy. I suffer from major anxiety disorder and minimalism helps me a lot.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it's doing that for you! Take care (:

@ruthsonggadan3781 3 жыл бұрын

Iam trying it lately and i love it ... truly it is a process Thanks for inspiring me

@haghiasf3459 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your videos, l just want let you know that your videos are change my life, l have so much peace in mind since l started watch your video, and tbh l just want to say your channel is my favourite, GBU :)

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you so much! (:

@mollyella5548 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this, been trying to gradually more live a minimalist lifestyle in an attempt to improve my mental health and this video made the whole minimalism thing seem less of a big tidy up and more of a lifestyle change.

@jessie9653 3 жыл бұрын

It has greatly improved my anxiety. I'm glad that I really put thought into anything I purchase now. My mindset has completely changed with consuming and advertisements of people telling me what I need. We would be surprised to see how little we really NEED to live a meaningful life. ☺️

@kyracl7318 3 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful created video! Thank you

@matteofarimbella4809 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos, your suggestions and the quality of your KZfaq channel. Greetings from Italy.

@budaside17 3 жыл бұрын

I've learn how to simply to get joy of living. Great video style.

@sadiejane3969 3 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful, thank you

@stuarthirsch 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, very calming, very sensible.

@kenikirkuning 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe it's your voice, bg song, or I don't know, but I feel so relaxed watching this video. Thank you for sharing :)

@wildfoxathome8192 3 жыл бұрын

Loving your words about minimalism 🤍

@Beatriz-oe7ke 3 жыл бұрын

The food you cook always looks so yummy! I would love to have some recipes from you. Greetings from Portugal :)

@fatimanasir9116 3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully explained!

@ralitsakristeva9351 3 жыл бұрын

What a thoughtful video❣ ... and helpful aswell... thank you❣🙂

@lyric8529 3 жыл бұрын

Your puppy is SO cute!! 💙

@edithviolette 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Have you done a video already on how you came into minimalism? If not, would definitely be interested in seeing that.

@jhowie 3 жыл бұрын

the clothes hanging part has been used many times but it still fits in the video just fine. Always excited whenever you post a new video. 🙋‍♂️

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes, I reuse old footage sometimes when I think it captures the point instead of re-filming something that might look very similar (; I guess it's a minimalist way to work haha!

@Etherealwazi 3 жыл бұрын

I love the way you articulate yourself on this topic.😙👌

@ivanpadilla4479 2 жыл бұрын

To me, minimalism help to increase intentionality with everything. Living in NYC, around every corner things fight for your attention. Minimalism is my filter for what I want to allow in my life.

@AlanaLee-xv2qy 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I see some familiar items from Zero Grocery. I just started deliveries 3 weeks ago and love them.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! We've been trying out Zero Grocery for the last month, it's been great!

@annwallace9537 3 жыл бұрын

Great inspirational video! Thanks for sharing:)

@user-ff1qm8sx1x 3 жыл бұрын

Found these tips very useful Christine. Hope your Cookie Business is running well. Bless dear Christine, Peter and darling Cooper. Much love from Zurich - Switzerland.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much (:

@danklabunde 3 жыл бұрын

I've learned the same things! Minimalism looks different for everyone but I love how it still adheres to these ideas. Maybe the lessons are the point! Love your aesthetic by the way!

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Daniel!

@grinchisangma2322 3 жыл бұрын

So blessed by watching your channel 😍

@JakeandKate 3 жыл бұрын

We have developed minimalism as an aesthetic in our home and lifestyle since we built our tiny house! We’re loving not feeling tied down to the habit and endless cycle of constant and cheap consumerism.

@PiaPie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great insight. 😀

@itchayasitter675 2 жыл бұрын

Love your video from Florida!

@drsteviejasengnsangma8739 3 жыл бұрын

I am so very much happy for you and your husband for being a born again Christian, rightfully following minimalism yet not fully focussing on it but what makes us happy at the end of the day. May God continue bless to two

@christinenicholls07 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey. My minimalist journey is just beginning and I find you very inspiring! P.S. Cooper is beautiful too! Enjoy your day!

@ellexusse 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful thank you!

@kimmcmahon9682 3 жыл бұрын

I would also love to see how you set up your days. What’s a typical schedule like ? You know lol “ a day in the life”

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Video is coming soon on that actually! (:

@floriandelosangeles6659 3 жыл бұрын

since the day i watched your vlog (about 3 days ago), i became addicted to it.. i learned a lot from you.. i know am very way far from being a minimalist but i laughed at myself when i noticed i buy a bamboo toothbrush.. i hope that this could be the start of it... it will take time but at least am happy to start from my very own bamboo toothbrush.. thank you so much ms. christine for selflessly sharing everything in your vlogs.. looking forward for more.. regards to peter and cooper! hope you are always safe.. now, i need to watch the previous vlogs and i'll make sure to hit the like button as i've already subscribed.. may the lord richly bless you.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Florian (:

@elizabethbrundagemediajour150 3 жыл бұрын

Love your ideas for minimalism. The thrift stores are overrun by donations of consumerism. Too many items to consume. Most items at thrift stores if not sold within 6 weeks are then recycled or goes to trash. Stuffed animals are unstuffed then sent to a recycler who shreds the stuffed animals for rug liner. Plastic items are shredded too.

@maxman97pm 3 жыл бұрын

I love your house decoration

@mara1275 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Thank you God bless you

@vlogenni8998 3 жыл бұрын

Just find this channel and love it!

@positivethoughts823 3 жыл бұрын

Im learning to embrace the lifestyle of minimalism. Living a ordinary life with living with less material things. And thank you that i learn more from all your video from your own idea becoming minimilist person. God bless.

@Englishteacher-Ksenia 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@AngelintheSkyPH 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Learned a lot 💯💯💯

@gerlindelang 3 жыл бұрын

such a peaceful video :)

@patriceparker4353 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Christine! Great video. My challenges revolve around how to handle sharing space and closets with my spouse who is not on board with minimalism; and in fact, tends to purchase things in multiples. Why just buy the one you need, when you can buy four extras to have, just in case. It is almost impossible to achieve the level of simplicity I hope for.. So, I try to appreciate accomplishing what I can...and cal it a day.

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

It is really tough, and it's something Peter and I are still learning to get through as well. So yup, accomplish what you can! (:

@patriceparker4353 3 жыл бұрын

@@simplybychristine Thank you, Christine. Also, I appreciate your transparency. Blessings!

@lthomas 3 жыл бұрын

Would you consider making a video on being zero waste during the pandemic? For example, my grocery stopped the bulk foods section due to safety measures. I guess I'm just wondering how you manage to be zero waste when everything seems to be packaged in plastic.

@kaze.ni_naru 3 жыл бұрын

My biggest barrier to minimalism has always been the guilt of getting rid of perfectly good things that I don’t want to waste, from a sentimental perspective and also from a zero waste perspective. I want to declutter but it’s hard for me to get rid of gifts from friends and family and I’m also concerned about a product’s end of life. I usually end up trying to wash out and save plastic containers and save them for that “one day I can use it” and I still end up with clutter. I feel like if I could just overcome that initial hurdle of decluttering in a sustainable way, I’d be able to start really practicing minimalism. Would love to hear your thoughts on how to get started! 🤗

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

I have quite a few videos on decluttering that might be able to help, here's a video to start! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gttgpJhzubrOmJc.html

@sunset33533 3 жыл бұрын

The book "30 Days to Stop Being a Shopaholic" by Harper Daniels is gaining some popularity. It takes a mindfulness approach. Shopping and consuming are so psychological. If you can beat the psychological game, you save so much $$$. A healthy perspective and mind leads to better shopping.

@Kanpratic 3 жыл бұрын

One Can live simple with colors and cumfort !

@princessleai 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have recipes? I really liked the dish you made at the beginning of the video... was wondering what did you make and what ingredients did you use? 💚 Love your videos ^^

@bushraabassi4166 3 жыл бұрын

The way we do one thing, the way we do everything.

@kazniks9022 Жыл бұрын

My 'friend' is a hoarder (and very unhappy). I'm now a Minimalist ( and very happy!)

@shenuevo 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you. 🥰

@liliamrodriguez3020 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@meganlouiseoregan397 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really enjoying thinking through purchases first before buying and often Don't buy now which is saving me money and it feels like a weight lifted off me not giving in to buying needlessly. Love your calm channel and soothing tone of voice. I am on a good journey to minimalism and am trying to use up lots of things before I change my decor and clothes ect to more simple ones. I'd love to buy white bed linen and white lampshades but I can't condone it yet. White is so calming though I find. Godbless you, from a fellow church musician. 😉💜

@jessie9653 3 жыл бұрын

I have to say white bedding is the best. I just purchased my white sheets and down blanket from QVC and I'm loving the white 🤍

@meganlouiseoregan397 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessie9653 you've pursuades me more Jess now haha :)

@jessie9653 3 жыл бұрын

@@meganlouiseoregan397 I'm sorry, 😆 I've been waiting 2 years because I kept telling myself I didn't need bedding, mine was ok. I took the plunge even though it wasn't necessary. I don't regret it. My bedroom is so pretty and simple looking and I love it. Just think how many hours you spend it there everyday. I just makes me happy. I'm sure I will have this bedding for a lot of years to come. I also found oxiclean is my new best friend 😂

@meganlouiseoregan397 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessie9653 Sooo true, I hear you lol. I'm going to march down to my local furniture bedding shop as soon as lock down is over and purchase the pure white luxurious bedding I've craved since wanting to become a minimalist. I'll think of you Jess if I get cold feet near the till. haha. x

@jessie9653 3 жыл бұрын

@@meganlouiseoregan397 awesome 🙌 you wont regret it I promise 😁

@heyajoy 3 жыл бұрын

Your hair is looking super cute :)

@pawarisanutthanoo9782 3 жыл бұрын

I learned to notice small little things along the way of decluttering and realised how much attention I didn't even pay to them before buying them.

@HannekeMts 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! May I ask where did you buy the desk/table in your bedroom?

@mymail1938 3 жыл бұрын

I discovered minimalism about 2,5 years ago. I took me so many rounds of decluttering and I am not done yet. But this weekend I got rid of the colors on my living room wall. I finally feel like my house reflects my values and I actually feel like a minimalist. So, it might take a while till you get where you want to be. And that's okay.

@user-bw1lr4ro6y 3 жыл бұрын

I especially like the last sentence"Minimalism dose not define me or you." Ya.Minimalism is just a part of life. just a tool to open up opportunities for other things.

@natalie.antoinette 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Christine for this video! Where did you purchase your t-shirts? They look very comfy 😌

@simplybychristine 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Natalie! Many of them are thrifted, but one is from Black Crane, the other is from the brand Flax. The last one I have no clue because the tag is missing!