Man, this is exactly something I needed to hear. I feel like often try to fit a stereotype of who I think I’m supposed to be and I’m forever chasing this never ending cycle. Whether it be “outdoorsy” or “minimalist” instead of just being, doing, and wearing what feels right. I appreciate your videos like these, Chase. Thanks, man.

I have interpreted, for myself, that minimalism as an exercise in not collecting needlessly. You shouldn’t deprive yourself of things you enjoy. More living intentionally is another way to put it.

Minimalism is about being young and disconnected. Once you have kids and have lived a little, you will want to surround yourself with personal history and tools for living.

I go by a rule that if i don't use something for a year and haven't really thought about it, I get rid of it. And if I want something, i usually wait a little bit of time before I decide to buy, so its not so impulsive. But I always thought most people that preach minimalism constantly are often just pretentious

I honestly think this is my favorite video from you, and I normally love your videos as it is. Thanks for using your platform to share things that you find value in!

Matt D'Avella is gonna have a panic attack watching this.

im poor. minimalism is my cover ❤

Love your content. The shell concept reminded me of a Mr. Bean episode where he mails himself a birthday card and gets super excited when it arrives and he celebrates his birthday with it! Have a great Thanksgiving and I look forward to more mind benders from you.

🎉 there‘s a lot to learn in minimalism. and „f… minimalism“ is the ultimate level. love you chase for it! 🎉🎉🎉

Thanks Chase, for getting this out. Ppl tend get lots of misconception of minimalism. The thing about minimalism is to get rid of materials that you DO NOT need and keep the things that you NEED. I no longer shop unconsciously just because its a good deal. I get rid of my 'collections' that I thought I like/need but I actually didn't until its gone. (e.g. watch collection, shit tons of clothing) But more importantly, I still splurge on things that I truly enjoy, travel, gadgets, gears, food etc. I get good quality stuff that lasts and reduce waste as much as possible. I hoard the happy things. I dump the unwanted stuffs. As you said, 'hey, I wanna live the life I truly want'

I am paring down to the things I enjoy and that work for me. I donated tons of books to schools and libraries and now use a Kindle and am a heavy library user. I don't buy new cameras and lenses anymore. I rent them to see if they work for me. I watch your bag reviews and resist until what I have falls apart. I spend a fair amount on tech, art, and clothes that I need/not want. I am getting it all down to what defines me and its not much but what there is stands out.

to hell with all the lifestyle labels and boxes

Always love these! Could we get an update on your current closet and go to’s for this time of year? Shoutout from Dripping Springs!

Chase, when I get a job I will definitely support you on Patreon. Been watching for almost 7 years now. Also, I see this as a message of just do a little thing to change your perspective on something, it can help you grow as a person. Take care and keep making content. I love the content.

I recently ditched my drive to be minimalistic for the sake of being minimalistic. I took the parts about minimalism that worked and fulfilled me and left the rest that left me feeling good about my space and in my head. Its been very self reflecting and eye opening. Great video!

a few years ago you were talking about minimalist travel. and you suggested doing something similar with a dopp kit. I took everything out of my bathroom, then started building my personal kit. it took about a week for me to figure out everything that needed to be in there and what didn't. but I'm still living out of that to this day. my wife has put much more back into the bathroom and so have my kids. but me personally I have really refined what I need in the bathroom. I feel like doing this with lots of aspects of your life can have positive results. keep being you chase ✌️

Amen Chase! Thanks for being real about it and recognizing it. That is the first step. Being conscious of things you want to change in your life.

love this!! Thanks for the honesty and the guts to upload such an honest opnion🙏🏽☺️🤘🏽

Focusing on the number of items you own is such an unimportant metric which isn’t worth investing any thought on at all. See something you don’t use? Chuck it. It’s not that complicated. Life is short, invest your energy where it matters: relationships, activities, experiences, or anything else that makes you go to sleep with a smile on your face. No need to track everything. Just live.

I found this interesting because when I started getting into travel many years ago I would watch your videos daily while searching for the perfect travel bags and such, and it was you who introduced me to minimalism. Honestly I owe you my thanks because I would likely have not gone and watched the minimalism documentary had it not been for your recommendation. My minimalism journey has made such an immeasurable positive influence in my life, and I truly believe that if I had to pick just one thing in this world that could be considered the key to happiness/fulfillment it would be this lifestyle. With that being said I think I understand your points, especially in regards to the so called "influencers". Minimalism does take discipline, but it also is completely adaptable and customizable to each person's situation and goals. Also, discipline isn't a bad thing. Dieting takes discipline, exercising takes discipline, learning a new skill takes discipline, and those are all worthwhile endeavors. At the end of the day the whole point of minimalism isn't to hinder you, but to clear the excess in your life out of the way in order to make room for the things that actually matter to you.

Awesome! You’re talented! I’m leaving for a four week international vacation next week. As long as you’re making the shell game. Love it!

Great concept. 33 items sounds cool, will try it. Thanks 😊

Chase - What if I want to wear that shirt to do hikes in? Where can I get it?

Essential-ism is a thing, I think.

I am going to try the 33 wardrobe. I am sick of just kicking shit down the road!

Yup. Funny how materialistic some of those minimalists become as their channels find "success", and that's fine in and of itself, but the hypocrisy is so blatant that it's angering at first, but ultimately so hilarious. I like people who are simply real. I haven't commented on your channel before, but you voiced what I was thinking. Thanks for just being you. It's nice to see. (I know, that's your "mission statement.")

I'm so far removed from minimalism it make 0 since to me, I'm not a hoarder but I have tools I may NEVER use again, I have electronics projects I might not get done due to changing of board designs requirements, took a whole day to straighten up my desk space only to be missing stuff now that I have to did thru project boxes to find lol

"live life with 33 things in your closet" That's uh...about what I've always had 😄😅. I prefer dressing like a cartoon character (same thing every day, no deviation).

Im going to try the 33 things thing but i am not counting military uniform stuff

You're the man Chase. Keep it up! 👌

Yay, more chase videos.

The opposite of minimalism is hoarding. Hoarding is admitting that you like the life you had when you bought this crap, but you're afraid to move on and see what the future brings.

YES

Agree agree.

I like this. You're wise, Chase.

The only minimalism I love about succulents is the minimal watering effort it takes to keep them from dying.

kinda brought tears to my eyes

Im minimalist in terms of things i carry everyday but i own a lot of shit 😅

Mood

When I practice minimalism, its because I can't carry shit or I don't have the energy or mental capacity to organize things around the house. I love the 33 things experiment. I do it once a season and it totally works for my lifestyle. That said, I have a nest of music and sound equipment and cassette tapes in my basement co-mingling with relics from my past and random tools that keenly advertises that I am middle aged and not minimal in all things.

Love this

Are you not counting bags?

🤟🏻

Nice to way of living.

Thanks, Backpack Jesus.

when i see xxxist or xxxian on one’s face, i feel to lose interest to that person. i think it is good to try an idea which somebody invented but after that, better to rid of it because it is just a training. i agree with u.

maximalism

I prefer the practice of “living mindfully” to “minimalism.” Minimalism these days feels less like a philosophy and more like a trendy pastime for privileged people. Many folks in the world already “live with less” due to patriarchy, capitalism, colonization, and racism. I can only hope that living with fewer things in our collective closets will free up some brain space to work on these problems.

Minimalism just means not filling your life/spaces with things that are of no value to yourself. It isn't about some specific aesthetic.

You probably have more clothes, bags, hats etc becaue companies send you so much stuff. What do hou do with it all? Seems opposite of being a minimalist. Im sure your closet is like voing shopping. Love your humor and content.

It’s an interesting when you talk about 33 things and then there are probably a hundred things behind you :) I had same thing and still have at some extend. And if you look at Dieter Ram’s house, there are tons of things too :) It’s the major issue of “minimalists”. Cheers

Well this was random. Just the way I like it!

Going to rant here for a minute. This is what BUGS THE CRAP outta me... I enjoy watching people who travel and can pare down in an inventive way to lighten the load. What gets me are the girls who think their video is special because they start off their post with something like: Minimalist, and How I Travel In Only A Carry On, blah, blah, blah. For the record we can all travel in a carry-on only, that's not impossible. BUT, here's the kicker, then in their video they highly recommend compression cubes because they can fit MORE stuff inside. Good gracious, that is just ridiculous, and they cloud the allure of true minimalism in the sense of packing light for the freedom of easibility.

Minimalism - what rich people want everybody else to follow so they can own more stuff while telling other people they should own less.

Im minimalist because im poor😢

In the Quran, God says, have you seen those who have made their 'desires' their own God.... yeah.

Interesting. You've pimped the minimalism schtick for a while - while effectively having a job in marketing (which is the root of consumerism) - to wake up and put out a video of how you've done this as a "shell game". The dichotomy is interesting.

Sometimes Chase makes me want to buy 33 bags in 30 days. Is that a problem? #bagism

Smoking way to much weed again. Stick to bags.

You need a new hobby.

i really find these videos empty Chase. Sorry. THere's nothing in them for me. it's just the same thing over and over and over. I'll be waiting for the next bag review.

Minimalists love to tell you they are a minimalist. Same with Stoics 🤣