I've found that most of you are even more minimalist than me, what are some of your life lessons from minimalism? ✨

I really like how you mentioned that you are not on your cell phone around your kids.I have met more than a few really screwed up kids who's parents paid more attention to their phones. than to them.They grew up to have horrible behavioral issues.Who wouldn't ? They can't feel loved or nurtured that way. I am 60, but when my kids were young, women watched soap operas as a break while the kids were napping.We spoke on the phone and if no one was home when you called, you just called back(before answering machines).Life was so simple then...

Quality time with quality people. That quote nailed it for me. 💛

I so agree with screens. While I plan on having a TV, I don’t want my kids to have their own devices of any kind until high school. And I only want screen time to be a shared experience, like watching Disney classics. It should be a family thing, not an escape or babysitter. Children need to be bored to be creative, happy, and peaceful! And 100% with not being on screens around kids. It sets such a bad example and is proven to increase ADHD if they’re on more than 2 hours a day. They should play with bugs, run around, learn to cook and clean properly, read books! Love your example Madisun 🥰 It gives me hope in a world that says it’s impossible to raise kids without screens. Hellooo, we’ve done it for years! And that doesn’t mean it’s our job to constantly entertain them. They can and should be bored!

One of the biggest, most encouraging lessons I’ve learned is that you can take your time. Some things I haven’t felt ready to release until recently, and that’s okay. It’s not about reaching Minimalism. It’s really about the journey there.

#5 is my favorite!! We r better with less. My favorite life lesson is we don’t need it all!

These are definitely the reasons why I started this journey. I am definitely not a naturally clean person, yet mess makes me stressed out. We are still in the middle of our journey, I hope that in the next few years we can get where you are:) Favorite things I have learned is that kids don’t need all those toys, and more does not mean better. Why do we always think more is better? My Grandparents have always lived simply and still do on their 100 acre farm. I like to think I am going back to my roots.:)

I waisted so many years cleanig and organizeing thinks, always felt like failer, because it was impossible to win. Now, after years of building decluttering muscle, life is so much more enjoyable, easy to keep clean.

I love Joshua Becker’s books! They just make sense. ❤

"We don't own anything we got as a wedding gift. Okay I shouldn't say that" 😂😂😂 Very glad I found minimalism early in life, we had a very small wedding with no gifts.

I love how many now minimalists are actually messy and disorganized. This is exactly me! I'm so stressed by the constant cleaning and moving things around and putting away of things. And then buying more and never being content... I've watched a good amount of minimalism stuff and you make it the most clear cut and simple for me. I also love your slowed down lifestyle. You've reminded me that this is a choice! Thank you🙂

I recently found your videos and to be honest I can really relate I’m gonna say for the last 4 years I’ve struggled with this and I feel like I’m stuck and drowning with the management of the possessions we have. I use retail shopping as therapy and I’m exhausted. Your videos are helping me to realize that it doesn’t have to be black or white but doing something about how much anxiety our house gives me is just not working for me anymore. Thank you!

The more stuff we have the more we need to take care of it…so much more free time when less stuff :) I struggle with this too…

You don't need the things to have the memories & Today is more important than someday!!! Love it!! So helpful, reassuring wisdom when trying to downsize, declutter, lighten the load.

I’m the same but struggling massively to declutter. Thank you for sharing this, glad I found this 🥰

I've been on a decluttering journey for the last 2 years. It's been slow going, and I keep discovering more and more I can let go of. My kids are grown, but one still lives with me. It's been challenging to let go of so much, yet try to be respectful of his wishes with things he has attachment to. Once I have the place to myself I will reduce further. Right now I;ve sort of minimized as much as I can without driving those who live with me crazy.

I've been pursuing minimilism for about 5 years now, and LOVE it! Doing the onion method, and going layer by layer. So worth it. Just wish I would have done it sooner!

I totally feel the sane way about being tidy! Which is also why I've been continuously decluttering. And trying to reduce the amount if the things I buy! (Which is more important)

Your video brought this British mama to tears this morning. Thankyou for making it ok to let go of things you dont really like but keep out of obligation. Thankyou for making it ok to not have matching glasses for guests. Thankyou for making it ok to prioritise relationships over possessions. Youve been a blessing to me today.

What a breathe of fresh air

If I had my time over again I truly would live like you sadly I’m from the era of my parents had me keep cards toys souvenirs tools newspapers clothes gifts from family friends photos etc etc it kills me now to get rid of stuff it’s like your cutting g off your right hand or a stab in the heart .... do good stay being you an not get burdened as we are .... I’m getting there slowly 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻❤

Needed to hear this. Love it.

*Ha ha number 3 🤦🏾‍♀️ that was me but I learned to let go and just realize to stop waiting on the someday and just let today be. We don't have a tv also just a tiny projector for our family time when we're having a movie night.*

Absolutely loved this video! Such a great reminder of why/how stuff holds us back in life, thank you ❤️

I love your videos! They feel so relaxed, authentic and peaceful :)

Movies are something I really enjoy don’t plan to get rid of it. But I see what you mean.

Great message!

I know you posted this about a year ago and I love it. I was sent Minimalist Home by Joshua Becker to review back when I had a minimalist podcast with my husband and the book was coming out and loved that book too!! I've been a minimalist since 2006, but I LOVE listening to people's stories of how they got to where they are now as a minimalist. I am a newer viewer of yours and am slowly going through some of your videos to get to know more about your family. Very inspiring and awesome. I love that you want quality time with people as it makes all the difference!!

The starting music is upbeat, so I love it!

I just had my first baby and after I had her the goals and life that I used to want have completely changed. All I want now is to live the most simple and slow life and be with my little family, I am struggling as I have to go back to work in a few days, but I hope I can get to a point where I spend my days at home with my baby gardening making my home simple and minimal and just really enjoying life. Your videos have inspired me in so many ways. I think you’ve even changed my outlook on life. I’m so grateful for your videos. Thank you.

Finally someone who gets it ! I relate so much to everything you said .. So happy I found your channel 💖

This might be your best video ever.

LOVE this video (all of your video’s though) and it’s too bad we can’t like a video twice 😂. Thank you for taking the time to make videos like this and inspire us. Love how down to earth you are too. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I don’t how old you are but you seem so wise already ! I just discovered your chanel and I fall in love with your videos. They are so calming and full of sense. Your five lessons are very powerful and you put them together in a way that everyone can appreciate them. Thank you 🙏

So much truth! As you were speaking I looked at a top shelf in my kitchen of glassware I’ve been saving for special occasions. I am an entertainer and in the last three years haven’t used them once and instead they just hold space. I wonder if some of us love the idea of the feeling of freedom that a decluttered life will offer but also fear what an empty shelf or wall or room will feel like too. Are we okay with emptiness and less even when it doesn’t serve us? Interesting question that I think deserves some introspection. Love your channel and your mission!

The military traumatized me into being much more organized and tidy. However, my ENFP nature is much more spontaneous and if I had my way, I’d like like Colin Wright. The beauty of people like yourself and I, Madisun, is that we can find the joy and enjoyment of life in simple moments and natural beauty, spontaneous fun, much easier than our counterparts. We show them how to have fun, they show us how to keep the lights on. Thanks for sharing your story!

I've watched half a dozen of your videos now. Stumbled across them by pure accident and I'm so glad I did. Everything you've said has reflected exactly my thoughts over the last few weeks. A complete shift in mindset hit me like a tonne of bricks a fortnight ago and now I have these deep and motivated urge to purge and simplify my life for my own sanity and for a more present and peaceful household. Thank you for translating my thoughts into words! It's comforting knowing that it is possible and that it reflects in your videos how humble life can be if we strive for less. Less really is more. Thank you x

Think i need the baby step formula to minimalist... I want what you have great video

Just found your channel and love your videos. Do you have a recipe for those muffins?

So good, Madi! I wish I was at the point you are at your age - it took me a bit longer to get to the point where I realized stuff is just stuff, but it has been such a valuable lesson - one that I'm still learning from every day - admittedly, I backslide, but am still learning, growing and trying to have grace with myself. I get caught up sometimes thinking there are certain items I don't want to get rid of when I know that ultimately, there is no "item" that should mean that much. I think it's a very timely lesson for all of us these days. Would love your insight on natural products to replace more chemical-laden medications, etc (adults and kids) if you have them.

I was a single mom and I was finding my self always cleaning and less time w. my kid. Finally I got rid of like 75% of my stuff it was a six foot wide and high pile.

Hay .Very nice vlog super. Thanks you

“Let Walmart do Walmart” Yes! 🙌

I’ve been reducing for the last 2 years in ebbs and flows. And honestly, YES I have regretted some things I decluttered. But it was a fleeting regret that was masking something else. Fear. Once I sat with that feeling and uncovered it, I realized I was ok not owning that thing and I had been living just fine without it until my fear bubbled up. I’ll be ok without that one basket, that one shirt I never wore, that one cake server I got for 25 cents at a garage sale. It’s an exercise in letting go.

can you share the recipe for your muffins. they look delicious

Loved this whole video! Great reminders for me 👌 yummy muffins 😍😍 recipe please?? Also... Noticed that the kids shelf in the back is not there, was it better in Hawaii with even less stuff? ❤️❤️❤️

True he got along without the raft before he needed one so why does our mind trick us now to keep for one day how do we change that thought 😮

Wonderful lessons!

How do you reconcile the whole prepper movement in preparedness to our nation possibly falling apart. 3 rd world country ect...

How did you get your clothes down to 10 items? I have clothes duplicates style shorts and t shirts that fit and are cute but don’t need that many???!!!

Hi Madi, decluttered heaps of stuff from house 24 years worth, mostly donated to charity. The problem I have is my beautiful wife Lynn passed away from uterus cancer 2.5 years ago. I still have all her clothes, shoes, coats, handbags, toothbrush everything this is a tough one. I’m building up the courage and hopefully can clear 90% of it next year, just keeping some special items. Wish me luck.

Um, please move to Idaho so we could be best friends.😜✨ I feel like I’m going through a similar journey! Almost exactly. I love this!

I’m seriously thinking about selling my TV. Has anyone else got rid of their TV? What’s it like not having one? Thanks

Madi you are so wise dear and sharing such an incredible gift with each of us with these lessons. It's crazy how we think we "need" all these things when really all we need is so little. I'm still in the beginning of my journey but have downsized already at least 50% with a recent move. Working hard on my why and as you quoted the how will sort itself out. Every day I'm getting rid of a little more and making room for more in other ways in our lives. So blessed to have an beautiful 3.5 year old son who I want to only continue to treasure each day with him as time is truly the biggest gift. Focused on quality over quanity and time together living simply over bringing more things in our home. Building my decluttering muscles as I've heard. My mom passed 2 summers ago suddenly, she was my best friend. My heart I feel may never heal but as I make peace with letting go of her things as she had so much has been the hardest. Trying to bless others and bring them joy with her items helps. But sometimes I do just have to donate and let them go. Freeing myself. I've written too much... just want to Express how grateful I am to have found your channel. Thank you & many blessings! 🙌💗🌈

LOL! "you are not Walmart, let Walmart be Walmart"!

Could you give a little more insight on how you deal mentally with throwing items away? For example I have artwork my sister did from when she was a kid. She tells me to throw it away. But its like, throwing her, or her childhood, away. ANd i know ill never see the artwork again. How do you deal mentally with sentimental items or items you tie to a memory or someone else?

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