Ask a Minimalist! Answering Your Questions About My Life & Minimalism

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I'm answering all of your questions about my minimalist lifestyle and personal questions too.
I'll talk about how I make money as a minimalist, where I live, and what my family thinks about minimalism. I give my minimalist wardrobe tips.
A few of your questions:
How does a minimalist live? What do minimalists buy? What are simple hair and makeup tips? How does minimalism work with kids and husbands? What to wear when you're over 40?
~What I'm Wearing
Silver Necklace Double Rings. amzn.to/2Uw0Ydo
Light Sandalwood Mala Beads. amzn.to/3mG8Ww9
Women white linen tunic amzn.to/3oD5Bxz
~My wardrobe
Madewell T shirt amzn.to/3lezEdr
Bamboo Grey T-shirt amzn.to/3c817wm
Banana Republic Timeless Tee bananarepublicfactory.gapfact...
Women's casual baggy linen pant amzn.to/2YJxyKU
Max Studio Linen Midi skirt with buttons amzn.to/3l8VTkS
~My makeup
Bare Minerals foundation powder amzn.to/3DEkZSu
Burt's Bees blush. amzn.to/40pALul
Bare Minerals eyeshadow amzn.to/3DFiPSZ
Bare Minerals mascara amzn.to/3RsIcNv
Burt's Bees lip shine. amzn.to/3HWa4Xa
FREE GIFT from me to you!
30-day trial of Aura mindfulness app.
30-day guest pass link aurahealth.io/guestpass/conni...
Check out my new channel dedicated to meditation and yoga.
~ Meditation with Connie Riet
/ @meditationwithconnie
~ Connie Riet Channel / @connieriet
~ Website www.connieriet.com
~ Instagram / connieriet
~ Facebook / riet.connie
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 age, live, house
01:52 my voice
03:20 my wardrobe
04:18 intermitten fasting
05:11 minimalism and family
07:23 work & money
09:08 staying calm when busy
11:20 fitness
11:42 purchases and minimalism
12:31 hair & makeup
14:28 RV or tiny house
14:50 book

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@emmatrigg9855 Жыл бұрын

Hi Connie, I just want to say that I’ve never thought you were too slow speaking. Your pace of talking is lovely and calm. It also helps because I struggle with auditory processing and often need subtitles. I’m 36, I love your videos and you look gorgeous at 48!

@theloveyourfacegal2773 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful family 👪

@Bella_0303 Жыл бұрын

I thought the same exact thing when she was answering this question. Her voice is so soothing. 😊

@marianieminen5226 Жыл бұрын

Agreed…you do not speak slow. Your Calming soft voice is appreciated ❤

@inezy6329 Жыл бұрын

Yes..as an Asian it is sometimes painful to listen to Americans talk..high pitch, very fast n loud n kind of nervous n would make me have anxiety n fast breathing..unlike American youtubers, most (not all) Asian youtubers either don't speak at all or speak very little n the volume is slower...that' why I choose to listen to American youtubers who only speak softly like Dr Berg, Cottage Fairy etc.. however, this is only my personal preference..

@jeffj318 Жыл бұрын

Your voice is so soothing. Videos along with your voice really give a calming affect.

@lindathomas9844 Жыл бұрын

I love the speed of your voice I really dislike and am put off by presenters speaking to quickly.I think when you speak it’s calming and clear.Thank you

@ltlt5268 Жыл бұрын

Yes I love that too!

@ice-mp5dx Жыл бұрын

Same here. Even though their content is good the hurried, out of breath, loud voice grates on my nerves.

@banjobaebee Жыл бұрын

I agree!

@sandidueckman1491 Жыл бұрын

Completely agree. I've even found myself saying to people that speak very quickly, I can't listen as quickly as you speak! 😂

@enatp6448 Жыл бұрын

Here. Here. I second that..

@enatp6448 Жыл бұрын

Your calm slow speaking voice and gentle presence is a gift in a hectic and fast world. Thank you. ❤

@kcbakos3121 Жыл бұрын

I have a traumatic brain injury since 2008 also from a car accident. Time heals and it's been a long journey with improvements each year. Quiet is my friend. I learned to say no to activities and live on a low fixed income. God blesses me each and every day. ❤

@sherriepiechowski4556 Жыл бұрын

I think you are one of the classiest women I have ever witnessed on KZfaq or any other social media venue. Possibly because you are so true to yourself and the people you interact with yet you are never trying to be someone else. There is to much jealousy in our world today and you have done the hard work of excepting yourself right where you are in life and where you want to be. I look forward to your videos and meditation channel each week. Can’t wait to hear about your next adventure.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Sherrie, thank you so much for your kind words! They mean so much to me and I really appreciate them. Self-love comes down to acceptance of who I am. Loving my strengths and appreciating my weaknesses. Thank you for your support! happiness & peace my friend

@mooshway2000 Жыл бұрын

I agree.

@sharonp4106 Жыл бұрын

Agreed! In addition, your voice is so calming and the manner in which you speak has such a soothing effect on my psyche. ❤

@zzukiyaki7521 Жыл бұрын

I agree. So Classy like Robin in Faith & Flour. ❤

@lindaspaight3871 Жыл бұрын

I think I was one of your first two thousand subscribers and have never commented before. This is my favorite video. I think when kind, grounded, honest, sweet people like you share their story, the world is a better place. The qualities of your character make you someone to whom we can all relate and wish there were more of in the world. Thank you for sharing you - you are very special.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much, Linda, for such a lovely compliment. I appreciate your support over the years as this channel has grown. Sending you heartfelt happiness & peace my friend, Connie

@anneg3752 Жыл бұрын

Connie-Love both of your channels 🙂 I appreciate your calm narrations they truly relax me... part of why I love your channel. I wasn't aware you were a life coach; I am sure you are an excellent one! Book or journal...you would have my support 🙂 You are adorable and inspiring, thank you for the wonderful content.

@gail7998 Жыл бұрын

That was fun! As I watched & listened to this, I realized that I never had any questions in the past while watching your videos. I just focused on the messages. I never thought that you spoke slowly and many other things that were brought out through people's questions. I'm 68 and embraced my silver & dark brown hair later in life. I'm so much happier accepting it's natural color. I wear it below my shoulders and often wear it in a loose French braid. I often get many compliments on my hair from all age groups, which at first, shocked me! Ladies, don't be afraid of changes in your hair (my unsolicited suggestion). But those who would rather color it, I support you.

@katherineperson Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing all of this, Connie. I love how calming your voice is. In fact, I usually can’t watch KZfaq videos where people talk in a fast or rushed pace. Can’t wait to see what your big changes are! Sending positive thoughts for your upcoming transitions.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sending positive energy my way! I will need ALL I can get😅

@sandhyatiwari7 Жыл бұрын

The first video I watched of yours was a couple of months back without putting the volume on while I was putting my toddler to bed and I subscribed instantly without even knowing what and how you said it. You give that vibe. Your existence gives peace and calmness and you have so much capability just by being yourself. I want to become more of your being. Just like how contented you are. You inspire me so much. Love from Nepal 🇳🇵 thank you for being who you are.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Oh my! thank you so much, Sandhya, for your kind words of encouragement and support. I appreciate it more than you know. I'm so glad that my content resonates with you. Sending you happiness & peace my friend

@HerCupOfSIMPLE Жыл бұрын

Connie!! You look so radiant and happy in this video! Your smile was contagious!!🤗💝✨️

@kristinj7173 Жыл бұрын

I love the pacing of your speech, as it is calming and easy to comprehend and to be present with you. As someone else stated, I feel other youtubers speak much too quickly and edit their videos to cut out any natural breaks. Keep doing what you’re doing. 😊

@yychoi1 Жыл бұрын

I am Korean and based in greater Seoul, Korea. I've become a huge fan of your youtube since 2022. Especially watching your videos with a cup of coffee on Sunday morning has become part of my Sunday morning rituals, thanks to all the positive, healing energies all your videos provide, including your wonderfully voice. Thanks indeed for all such inspirational posts in may regards .

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you for your kind words of support and encouragement. I'm thrilled to be part of your Sunday morning!. Sending you happiness & peace my friend

@janinepowell7781 Жыл бұрын

Connie we love and appreciate you so very much too… you have become my evening ritual..turning in and hearing your lovely calm voice , and thank you for being you and being here for us all, we love you ❤

@rebeccagallard5916 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! I look forward to every Friday morning ( in Australia 😊) having a cuppa and watching your video on my day off.

@user-ex9cs9up8b Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being true and honest and a simple human being. That makes your way of living even more appreciative.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

🙏😊

@sarahchaprobin32 12 күн бұрын

I love the way you take your time speaking. I find many KZfaqrs sound frenetic, they speak so fast, and I find my stress levels rising listening to them. You sound calm and calming, I love it!

@cristalclear926 9 ай бұрын

Hi Connie! I just recently discovered your channel and I LOVE it! Your voice is so calming. Please don’t change a thing! Love your content too!

@ConnieRiet 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@h.m.j9507 Жыл бұрын

I have run across your channel and really enjoy your content. The world needs more people like you to offer such a calming presence and encouragement. My takeaway and aha moment from today is that all or nothing approach leaves me drained- thank you for pointing that out! And thank you for putting your wonderful work and content out ❤

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support!

@claudiabecker4673 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for speaking slowly, as I am not a native English speaker, this allows me to listen in a very relaxed way and it's so calming anyway!:)

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

I'm glad my pace of speech works well for you💗

@LG-zy9dp Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t question the voice or why you speak slow. To me your voice sounds peaceful and calm like the music you play. Just thought it all made sense. 🙌♥️ love your videos

@anthonyfragola3272 7 ай бұрын

I appreciate your openness to questions and honest responses. Your calm and gentle voice and clear articulation is a gift in this hectic world of constant strife.

@bex438 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this video Connie, thank you for sharing more details about your life - I also love your hair, I'm a few months younger than you & trying to embrace the ever increasing grey in my own hair by feeling grateful for the chance to still be here to experience ageing 🙏

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about aging. Growing old is a gift that many never experience.

@williamclark1244 Жыл бұрын

I love your voice. It's very welcoming. I never thought of you as a slow talker. I guess people are so used to hearing people talking fast, cutting people off and talking over others then it might appear that way to them.

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

💗

@edmarferreirajunior724 2 ай бұрын

And we, the non-native English speakers, say thank you for speaking so slowly. Greetings from a native Portuguese speaker!

@areti7802 Жыл бұрын

To be honest the reason I subscribed to your channel was your calm slow speaking voice, I had know idea it had something to do with brain injury 😢 hope you have fully recovered from the experience I' ve discovered your channel today and have watched so many videos of yours already, thank you for sharing so much valuable content with us ❤️

@angelasinyard3743 Жыл бұрын

I love to journal! I only have a small tablet and my phone. I let go of almost all social media. I have taken pictures and had time with family. Each day is a gift

@tinalemna7998 Жыл бұрын

Connie, you are so gorgeous! You look so much younger than your age. Thank you for taking the time to answer questions. Looking forward to your big news! 🥰

@Sharon-nq1ff Жыл бұрын

Connie, thank you for sharing your life and all of the videos. I am 70 and just stopped dyeing my hair, with grey in front and the edges and dark brown in the back. Just embracing my grey as you mention, love your hair. You are very positive with informative messages with a calm and clear voice. That is what caught my interest when I was searching positive videos. You are my positive energy medicine. I always look forward to watching your videos. Thank you

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Sharon. I appreciate your support.

@marciahess6623 Жыл бұрын

You have a calm manner and are so easy to listen too ❤

@khadeeshasingh-mccollin7352 Жыл бұрын

So calming. I love you videos

@sherryelysiak4798 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Very well done!!!

@kimcunningham2107 Жыл бұрын

I think you are lovely, gentle and wise. Your videos bring me such peace. I thank you for that. 💜

@ranelcravens6576 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for answering our questions!!

@Lecherchebonheur 6 ай бұрын

Hello Connie, I love your voice tone and the fact you speak not too quick, not too slow. I usually listen to your videos while running and it helps me to calm down, enjoy my run and life in general. Thank you for your great content!

@Saral_Lekhi Жыл бұрын

Love your hair ❤

@noreenn6976 Жыл бұрын

I always have fresh flowers too!

@sharelle7307 Жыл бұрын

Loved this ❤

@carmenvazquez9244 Жыл бұрын

I truly enjoy your videos and especially your calming voice.

@conniesaayman5038 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos ...and making my notes incorporating in my life.

@natalialopez1197 Жыл бұрын

Hi Connie! I´ve really enjoyed this video!! Thank You so much for everything!

@marinemom03 Жыл бұрын

Love!!!!

@johng.4959 Жыл бұрын

Besides your husband being the luckiest guy in the world, love the fact that you both embrace the minimalism lifestyle. Great video. (Even for us lone men.)👍

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

AWE! Thanks, John.

@mooshway2000 Жыл бұрын

I love the pace of your voice.

@1newsong 10 ай бұрын

I LOVE your white shirt.❤

@tanyarandall1057 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a minimalist. In fact, I'm the opposite. But for some reason, I love following you. ❤

@ritastutler1470 Жыл бұрын

I know. Same

@donnarakitzis2719 3 ай бұрын

Love your natural hair and minimal style

@clarewoosley8376 Жыл бұрын

I don’t think you speak too slowly. I love the way you speak, so calm and relaxed. I can’t tell at all that you’ve had a brain injury. I just discovered your videos, so I’ll probably be watching some more! 😊

@thewovenknotcrochetthehand4721 Жыл бұрын

This was a lovely time with you! ❤️

@loriannvastine-kridner2556 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! Love your voice. It’s calm, positive and thoughtful! ❤

@katylaurent7097 11 ай бұрын

I like when you speak slowly and I like your voice too. It is soothing to the ear so sod them. :)

@geethaprasad2465 Жыл бұрын

Tq sister..happy to know more about ur life..

@rondalandis2191 6 ай бұрын

I love the way you talk slowly & softly.

@debracausey7375 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a great video. I really enjoyed it. 😊

@barbwired10 Жыл бұрын

this is the 2nd video of you i've watched. i love your mindset and your lifestyle

@runningyogamom1114 Жыл бұрын

Hi Connie, what a lovely video sharing about yourself..I love your voice and personality, so calming and assured. I can’t wait to see what’s next for you! Again, great video as always! Tysm 💕☀️😎

@mariacristinabevilacqua614 Жыл бұрын

Connie: I'm an English student from Argentina and I like minimalism, too. So, watching your videos is a powerful and double pourpose tool for me! TYSM 🤗🇦🇷

@CorinnaOnTheRun Жыл бұрын

Best video yet

@chinchorrero Жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Cheers from Calgary Alberta

@marywilson1948 Жыл бұрын

New follower! So enjoy your videos! You have ( I know you’ve heard this a million times!) a lovely, calming presence that is a joy!! Thank you!!!

@claudette1490 Жыл бұрын

Your hair looks great!!!🎉

@valentinab854 Жыл бұрын

Just listening to your voice is so therapeutic 🤍

@melissasullivanjackson432 Жыл бұрын

I love this video!! Thank you for making it!!

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

My pleasure! It was very fun!

@lydiaperezdeoliveira656 Жыл бұрын

Love your great energy. You are so pretty and such a joyful person. ❤

@sarakelleher3590 Жыл бұрын

I love this thank you for being so open. You calm me and it's refreshing to go to your channel at the end of a very busy day. I'd love future video on thoughts different living situations you've experienced. Me and my spouse are in our 50's/60s and much talk going on. P.s can't believe the fridge question but we all have different perspectives so it's fair. Again thank you☀️🌻🌄

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

Hi Sara! Actually, the upcoming videos will be featuring some of our past and future lifestyles. I hope that they will give you and your husband inspiration! Thank you for your support.

@marilynthomson9564 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you so much.

@gloriafortes4159 Жыл бұрын

Hi Connie thank you for answering the questions and it so peaceful watching your videos ❤

@Kate42 Жыл бұрын

Connie, this was very informative and entertaining as well. Thank you so much for sharing.

@sandraberger2453 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your sincerity. All the best. Sandra from Munich

@realbigugly Жыл бұрын

You speak perfectly. You have a calming voice.

@gabygonzalez7245 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Connie🙏you are unique 🙌

@maryoneill2427 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was a lovely video. 😍

@lesliebryce6074 10 ай бұрын

We appreciate you too! Have a beautiful day my friend.

@Kimberly-ul1ph Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@patvuillemin12 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Connie for sharing your life experience...you are a comforting person and your way of seeing and practicing this life is very motivating....never to late to change the bad habits if the baby boomers....at 73 you inspire me to go on and make the most of it....keep on sending these beautiful messages...xx Patrick from Canada

@quietlife7186 Жыл бұрын

I deeply appreciate your calm, gentle and slow speech. I have neurological challenges. I have learned so much from you. I am trying to make changes as I am able to live a more minimalist life style. I am trying to create a sustainable life style that suits my and my husband's needs. We are elderly and will soon be retiring and making a move to our final home. Thank you for your work, and for sharing what helps you live well. Your content on thriving as a TBI survivor is a huge blessing to me. 💐

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that my content resonates with you! Thank you for your support

@maypong2007 Жыл бұрын

I like your hair very natural

@jennifersimon1072 Жыл бұрын

I found you and your calming, beautiful channel and am so glad I did. You look gorgeous and I love the simplistic beauty of your life. Thank you for sharing...

@donnarakitzis2719 3 ай бұрын

Love learning about your life and how you are able to live the way you do

@maryrankin9869 10 ай бұрын

Love your videos. Thanks for sharing some of your trade secrets. Trying to live below my means. Valuable life lesson.

@catherineterry9110 Жыл бұрын

Connie hearing and seeing pictures about your life and family is endearing.

@amychen2504 Жыл бұрын

You speak like a calm normal person! You are gorgeous.

@debbiematthews981 Жыл бұрын

I love your speed and voice. It is so soothing to listen to. Only found you recently and am watching all your past videos. I love your content too.

@amelialee2755 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, Connie! And, it’s so nice to not have to rewind, rewind to hear what has been said. 😊❤

@francislinnette1402 Жыл бұрын

Connie - Love your videos - I can relate, you are my type of calm and grace. Hope to see many more videos and will follow your channel. Lots of blessings to you and yours.

@sabinamock4799 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@nancysflowergarden Жыл бұрын

Love watching you I’m learning to be calm I’m known for being too fast at everything Fast is good in some areas but calm needs to be implemented more in my life

@juanmoran9509 Жыл бұрын

I love your voice, I find it so soothing. And you're beautiful.

@CorinnaOnTheRun Жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining the pockets of time theory. Helpful

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found it useful.

@ShariKleinlein Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your life with us! Your voice is so calming to me. Many blessings to your family, and I'm excited to see what changes are coming!

@VIVIANJUDITH328 Жыл бұрын

You are such lovely lady! I admire you. I am just learning how to be a minimalist

@lilianpoberezny4933 Жыл бұрын

Love, love, love. Your videos always inspire me . xx

@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad!

@sherryelysiak4798 Жыл бұрын

I have a copper pitcher that I have tried to find a use for. Your flower display was an inspirational!

@paulinemarks6207 Жыл бұрын

I like that you speak more slowly ! It gives me time to process what your saying. There is nothing wrong with me that I know of but I’m old, a 60 something so I ask people who speak fast to speak more slowly so I can catch up and process information 😊😊😊

@vivianlui7851 Жыл бұрын

your voice is so calm and comforting i typically play vids in 1.5x speed to get thru the content/save time but i find myself playing yours at normal speed

@claudiaa.1591 6 ай бұрын

I like the way you speak, it's soothing and reflective. I'd have never guessed you had a serious accident. Ignore the nasty comments, you speak perfectly well.

@acajudi100 Жыл бұрын

I paid to have my entire apartment emptied after almost 24 years at age 79, and I moved to Queretaro. for a safer and less expensive city in Mexico. I do not carry a purse or cash, for I stay home. I do have 6 months food and rent money. The money is to pay my rent, when debit card is down. I moved at 79 to a less expensive and safer country, where there is plenty food etc. I use online shopping for groceries etc. for home delivery.

@cacaconsorte 6 ай бұрын

Acho ótima a forma como vc fala ! Traz calma e combina com todo conteúdo dos seus vídeos 💕

@rkelley8309 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. You have a lovely calming voice and speaking pace. I had vocal surgery and often get vocal fatigue from frequently speaking too loud and too fast, it’s nice to have sample voice in my head as coach to mimic, so thank you. 😊