Minimalism Tips for Beginners - The Story of How I Downsized My Life

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This year I renewed my passport and they sent me back my old passport with ten years of memories and sentimental value. I practice non-materialism and non-ownership and strive to be present in life by owning few possessions. I decided to use this passport as an opportunity to share my tips on how to downsize and simplify your life.
Millions of people desire to downsize their life and get rid of possessions, but often express that they feel lost on how to get started. In this video I share my journey from a collector to minimalist and my tips on how you can free yourself of possessions to live a happier, healthier and simpler life!
The Beginner’s Guide to Downsize Your Life: www.robingreenfield.org/downs...
Video filmed and edited by Paul O'Neill.
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Robin Greenfield is a truth-seeker, activist, social reformer and servant to Earth, humanity and our plant and animal relatives. He lives simply and sustainably to be the change he wishes to see in the world. Through living closely connected to Earth, he rejects the status quo of consumerism and demonstrates a way of being in gratitude, mindfulness and presence. His life is an experiment with truth and integrity.
Robin’s public activism involves dramatic actions designed to provoke critical thought, self-reflection and positive change. His activism creates nuanced conversations on the critical issues of our time, with a focus on solutions for living in harmony.
His life’s work has been covered by media worldwide and he has been named “The Robin Hood of Modern Times” by France 2 TV and “The Forrest Gump of Ecology”.
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@Robin.Greenfield 4 жыл бұрын

The Beginner’s Guide to Downsize Your Life: www.robgreenfield.org/downsize/

@kathrynwitte3398 2 жыл бұрын

YOU’RE A FRAUD.

@abcdefghi330 2 жыл бұрын

Hey.. I wanna contact you rob... I need some guidance regarding minimslism.. I am in a phase of my life I need to down size and re-evaluate life

@kathrynwitte3398 2 жыл бұрын

@@abcdefghi330 it’s a scam. Google him.

@ramadamming8498 8 ай бұрын

You don't need a book to "downsize" in the old days, that was called "chucking out stuff you don't want" - you get a big container and then go and dump it. The End. No magic, not spirituality, no love the earth. Simple practicalities. The grandparents are laughing through their stupefaction.

@ellen2022s 4 ай бұрын

I would never cut up or throw away a full passport! ok it's not your fingers, but it is a very beautiful achievement to remember and it doesn't take up 1 cubic meter either.

@simplify-invest-befree 4 жыл бұрын

One of the keys to minimalism is remembering/recognizing that access is often better than ownership

@benzmansl65amg 4 жыл бұрын

This is fact!

@copcuffs9973 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the "dating VS marriage" debate

@cherrypichick6782 4 жыл бұрын

I saw a Bumper Sticker that read, “If it Flies, Floats or F#%ks...it is cheaper to Rent than Buy it! “ 😂

@alexandertaylor8870 4 жыл бұрын

Ownership often grants access. Like my snowboard, mountain bike, or kayak (most expensive items I own). Minimalism is great, but this dude is taking it to the extreme.

@sarahloy2699 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a mom and that passport is exactly the kind of gift I would treasure from one of my kids. Passing things on to bring a higher joy❤

@DustyC75080 4 жыл бұрын

He’s a pretty thoughtful son, eh. Good stuff, Rob, as always. Where you headed to next, or are you staying in Orlando?

@jacquelynroe9036 4 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking this. My kids are still little but the thought got me all teary💗

@stacielivinthedream8510 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a mom but I too feel my heart expand with such love and gratitude for this man and his thoughtful loving gesture to his mother! That feeling is innate to all who choose to access it! AND Bless all you Moms and their contribution to humanity! ♥️🙏🥰😍🥳♥️

@defaultworkouts 9 күн бұрын

most kids don't want their parents' junk. what parents call treasures. it all goes to a landfill at the end by calling 1 800 got junk. seriously. your memories are precious to YOU only. maybe your kids sure, but it's a burden and to a stranger it is pure trash

@mssharonqueen 4 жыл бұрын

I ask myself “if I were to die today, would someone want it?” And that helps me get rid of stuff.

@mandiatkinson9384 3 жыл бұрын

That's actually a really good way to look at it.

@yourekittenme. 3 жыл бұрын

That’s like Swedish Death Cleaning.

@dawndawn4493 4 жыл бұрын

You're not only a good gardener amd minimalist but you're a man so deep with a heart....

@Kristenoyinbo 4 ай бұрын

He has the biggest heart ever

@ooohlaa13 Жыл бұрын

I gave away my electric guitar to a young man who could not buy one. Back in 1980 I paid $560 for it but never could practice. He would come visit me and play his heart out, so I gave it to him. Some of it was to get rid of the consumer guilt for never actually using it. I love artsy stuff because I love to make things so I am always seeing the creative potential to EVERYTHING. Now that I will be 81 next week I have more art supplies than I would have years left for but so hard to let go. But I do live in a tiny house and minimalist in other ways. Loved Marie Kondo's suggestions, Does it bring joy? Have I worn it in the past 2 years, etc. It is so hard to let go but feels so good when you do. And if you really need it in the future you can probably find it in a thrift shop. I love having each object in my closet have its own room to breathe. I even used my mother's hand made wedding veil by her turned into insect netting in the garden until it deteriorated. Letting go/not buying stuff is a noble LifesWork!!!

@alittleofeverything4190 4 жыл бұрын

We all could very well be watching the most sincere person on YT.

@sheendex 4 жыл бұрын

I've been decluttering for years but recently I've got tired of how it still seems like I have so much stuff, so I'm really stepping up my game with it and I've got rid of a heck of a lot. I think your point about making sure you don't just bring more stuff back into the house is a big one. I was definitely doing that. No more! This video just hyped me up to get rid of things I have been struggling with getting rid of. Thanks.

@justinleemiller 4 жыл бұрын

I live in New York and I’ve never owned a car. When I compare myself to my friends who have cars, I see that they acquire so much more stuff. It really does induce spending.

@defaultworkouts 9 күн бұрын

nope not in williamsburg brooklyn where a good community exists of professionals (not hobos) living out of their vans and they own very little...i live in new york city and i wish i could own a car. mass transit is dangerous and dirty

@marypaigeflynn4512 4 жыл бұрын

We lost everything including our home for 30 years.We fought for the 20 years to get out of addiction. We paid dearly for our actions but we have been in recovery for 3 years. My husband draws disability and we're doing our best to get ourself in position to put a tiny home on our daughters property back in Kentucky where we know how to live off the land. If we were lucky enough to get a stimulus check again we want to try to get us a home again and enjoy the rest of our lives with our family. My husband used to be able to do all the building and everything on his own until he got hurt with the power company that he worked for 40 years. We just need some guidance in the right direction. Thank you for all you share because you never know who out there is really struggling to find their place back out in the world in a way that we give back instead of taking like we did in the past! Much love my friend! I love watching your channel!

@charliehobson33 3 жыл бұрын

Hey mary, hope you got yr tiny house

@marypaigeflynn4512 3 жыл бұрын

@@charliehobson33 we did!!!🙏🎉🎊

@charliehobson33 3 жыл бұрын

@@marypaigeflynn4512 awesome :-) :-) :-)

@meimei295 2 жыл бұрын

What a life journey! So proud of you both!!

@marypaigeflynn4512 2 жыл бұрын

@@meimei295 🥰❤️❤️🙏

@temperhollow7716 4 жыл бұрын

As an older mom myself, I would cherish my son's passport. I'm so glad that you passed yours on to your mother. I am slowly trying to follow your path and am getting rid of things that I once clung to but it's a hard and slow process. I really respect you for being able to find your happiness by letting go.

@universalsales4404 4 жыл бұрын

Rob this very interesting to watch with my Kenyan eyes. Here we have just enough and sometimes not enough. Thank you for showing this video. its food for thought.

@user-ii5jh2ch2i 4 жыл бұрын

But you have internet? Amazing. Greetings from Switzerland.

@cherrypichick6782 4 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel today! Both my parents were hoarders plus they were Depression Era children...they saved EVERYTHING! Finally, I was a Minimalist growing up, not by choice...it was called “Being Poor”! So when I got my own Independent Means where I could afford whatever I wanted, I basically did buy One of Everything! But now it’s starting feel “too much”...thanks for starting me on a New Journey!

@nirakfaet 4 жыл бұрын

It's difficult and never easy that's why I admire you for living a very simple and minimalistic life. Especially now, where most of the people cling to material things. Bow down to you. 👍

@petplantfarm5055 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully someday u will come to Thailand, I am a Thai who crazy about Sustainable lifestyle, permaculture design, simple life and just try to do , thank you for the good thing from you , Let’s you com to Thailand (at my land where difficult country side)

@KhetKhamar_bd 4 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Brother great to hear your comment. I am from Bangladesh, living with agriculture and wishing to live and lead a minimalism life. Please take an invitation at here in Bangladesh.

@susannegalligan8600 4 жыл бұрын

Really excellent points, especially liked idea that plastic garbage in your house is the same as being in landfill. Of course don’t bring in more!

@kerendn 4 жыл бұрын

My car died several months ago and I've been using my partner's car when available, and mostly public transport. I was going to buy a new car in 2020 but I've gotten quite used to public transport. It takes more time and effort, and it's an adjustment, but in my case it's doable, and it makes me happy to live more simply. It's also significantly cheaper!

@karinhart489 4 жыл бұрын

Keren Duchan, you might look into whether your city has a car sharing cooperative you can join. There is one in Bay Area called City Share.

@jadejade5303 4 жыл бұрын

Keren Duchan --get a bicycle

@lucillekenney8311 4 жыл бұрын

This is occupying my thoughts at the moment. My car is old and will need to be replaced soon. I'm toying with the idea of not replacing it. The thought is liberating in a way because now I feel like I have a choice whereas 20 years ago it seemed like a necessity.

@planetwalker798 4 жыл бұрын

Lucille Kenney I can relate!! I still have my 2001 car but drive it less. I want to do without and my life situation isn't quite there. My insurance is due again in May and that's my goal to be elsewhere, car free (if not before)

@emzz987 4 жыл бұрын

Lucille Kenney you’ll feel very free if you don’t buy a new one! Try get your hands on a second hand bicycle and use public transport as much as possible, it’s liberating

@DaniElle-di4ho 4 жыл бұрын

Such nachas seeing you be so considerate and loving toward your mom!

@whatever9448 4 жыл бұрын

Your story inspired me to cross that bridge and live off the grid. I have always been a minimalist myself, but I was still reliant on modern society for most of my need up to this year. I started my journey 2 years ago and I now live in full sustainability in New Caledonia an overseas French territory. There is a community of 12 people here with me following the same dream, some with children, it's small but it's a good beginning and we are showing other people around here that it works. Keep up the good work Rob.

@ciebv5888 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for popping in my screen! Lifechanging and inspiring. I'll start to declutter my life!

@labeniededieu5503 4 жыл бұрын

I love you, I love your story, i like the way you are. Excellent job

@evachinetti 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful fiddle leaf tree next to you. Thank you for creating this video.

@kevinmatthew6276 4 жыл бұрын

The universe really does work in mysterious ways. I feel like the signs are always there, and whenever my mindset is on a certain wave, there is always something there to remind me, to show me, to bring whatever is on my mind to light. I came here from another KZfaq channel expecting to watch a video about plants and foraging your own food, clicked on the videos tab, and there in the first row I see this. This video was a helpful reminder to stay on the path of letting things go, living a minimalist lifestyle, and not becoming a person who is just overcome by the idea of having material possessions being a meaningful thing that fills a void. It's hard to explain in so many words. I just want to say thank you for encouraging me to continue to manifest this positive mindstate. Bless.

@KhetKhamar_bd 4 жыл бұрын

Your comment really energised me. I also found him in the same way that you told. I am also fighting for a simplify life.

@kevinmatthew6276 4 жыл бұрын

@@KhetKhamar_bd Blessings, brother. Wishing you all the peace you seek. It is attainable.

@RippSnortin 4 жыл бұрын

What to do with a tub full of pictures from the past?

@madelynmartinec5702 4 жыл бұрын

I love how mindful you are about donating items. I work at a nonprofit and we are inundated with clothes because people dump the stuff they don't want on us. Some of the stuff is absolutely unwearable by our clients. This creates so much stress for our staff. Thank you for your kindness toward this.

@AshleyRobjohns 4 жыл бұрын

One of the most important videos you have made. Keep up the inspirational work Rob and thanks for sharing.

@NWforager 4 жыл бұрын

i get free tools and take them to the local Tool Library for everyone to use .

@xiaoxiaobaibobo 4 жыл бұрын

NWforager It will be my pleasure if I have a neighbor like you!

@tired_buthappy 4 жыл бұрын

You continue to be a gift, Rob. ❤️

@vwsunny22 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and exactly what I needed to hear. I started simplifying a couple of months ago but I can't seem to work on anymore, it's all a blur. Room after room, box after shelf, I was stuck. This has given me the motivation that I needed. I have to remind myself that this is not a weekend project, this is a life change, a beautiful one! Thank you for taking your time to be the change

@lisamcnally3197 4 жыл бұрын

Love your work Rob. I don’t plan to go to your extreme but I’m definitely inspired to be more intentional about what I own and how I use it. Thank you so much.

@indigosanderson1456 4 жыл бұрын

I've been working on my minimalism journey for 4 years now. I started out with a jam-packed 5 bedroom home with a double garage and an external studio, then each time we moved we would get a smaller house. In the next two months I'll be moving to Costa Rica with two suitcases and my hand-baggage. So I'm really happy with that. Of course I can still reduce further, there are so many items I am still attached to. But it's a journey and it takes time to loosen those emotional ties to posessions. Sometimes I feel like I give myself a hard time about the amount of things I have left (because truly, it feels like an absolute abundance and I'm so grateful to have so much!) but I know that my life can be leaner and more pared back. It gets harder to let go the further along you are, I feel. There's less easy choices to make, the items have survived many rounds of minimalism culls over the years. I always find it fascinating what people choose to live with - or without - there are of course recurring items in all minimalists possessions, but even with so few possesions there is diversity. I love that!

@zoeymichael3966 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE watching your videos! And I love even more to see you so happy with this lovely smile! 🤗 So happy to found you on KZfaq! Minimalist are the best! 👍

@rainwoodgrace6286 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I am living in a big house full of stuff and have been downsizing for about three years. It has been like peeling stuff away by layers but I need it to go much faster. You hit on a few points that resonated with where I am getting stuck and I believe you have helped me to move on.

@ashleykorpela4366 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm continually downsizing and have really found so much freedom in letting go of things and staying present. Thanks for all your insight!

@docjody8624 4 жыл бұрын

I cringed when you flashed those scissors near your old Passport...

@yellooh 4 жыл бұрын

I did too. I was starting to question things.

@sharni2116 4 жыл бұрын

Same! I’m glad he gave it to his mother.

@diamonte124 3 жыл бұрын

Me too!!! I nearly had a panic attack

@Jake24378 4 жыл бұрын

This is a really great talk on voluntary simplicity, really great!

@cage9876 4 жыл бұрын

Always inspirational.. problems come from things you attach yourself to. Being attached to certain things is good but to many Is a ruckus 😂 look within to see what you can live without

@jennifergoodrich1612 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for acknowledging that it takes work. I am trying to downsize now and I am pretty overwhelmed. I am also realizing that it is exhausting me. The stuff has been draining me of precious energy. I also really like your understanding of community and sharing. My goal is to whittle it all down and get on track with my life.

@kathleenkaar6557 4 жыл бұрын

Learned so much, thank you! I have been feeling this same need to lighten up and live in the present.

@JoelMatthewspeaks 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel and get an inside look into your life! The world only needs one to start change!

@MrKhanh-ek3zq 4 жыл бұрын

Love your life style, your story and your journey

@davidm78 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rob! New subscriber. Your video on going barefoot was actually a recommendation on KZfaq and from there I kept exploring your channel. I'm happy I did because it brought me to your videos about decluttering our lives from stuff. Just recently started to declutter my bedroom. I thought I was doing good but now I realized I could go deeper with it. Thank you for the tips and ideas.

@snackgila 4 жыл бұрын

One things i learned from watching youtube video, it teached me that some people attracted to luxury stuff, high end junk stuff that created envy and evil thoughts. Take a look at versace case nor gucci....it was had so many tragedies by praising and possesion to stuff.

@probinsyanamatilda5669 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Rob! New subsciber here. And I'm loving this channel of yours. I learnt a lot from you. Your a man with deep wisdom, with much love to share and I got inspired from you. I love how you live the life you want- your simplicity is one of a kind. That's the life I want too, to live in a simplest way.❤

@destortoise 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your wisdom as usual, rob!

@shaymaataani7483 4 жыл бұрын

You don't know how I feel when I see your content , all respect for you 🌸🌸

@7saelai 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful gift you're giving your mother. I am learning so much from you, thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences.

@MyalbertonCoZa 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another great message.

@lenguyetbelieve6768 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your wonderful talk. We love you, too!

@dagmarteurelincx5302 4 жыл бұрын

Pf I love you man, good luck with everything! I am extremely inspired.

@justme-gx5eh 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Rob I love the tips! I wanted to meet you while you were in Orlando to help in your garden and I planned on doing so but my grandmother got ill and I had to tend to her. I hope to meet you someday! Thanks for being an inspiration!

@jennyfreeney6430 4 жыл бұрын

It’s nice to get insight into your background. I used to be a collector too...I still have too much stuff. It’s not that I don’t want to get rid of things, it will probably just end up in landfill so I keep it. 😣

@jgbw6467 2 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to get on and do this myself, but, as you say, it takes a lot of time, patience and effort to get it done. I think you have given me fresh inspiration to do it. I have an apartment in a small city, but have the bonus of a huge balcony, which I am using to start growing my own food. Very important and a luxury I want to utilize as it brings much joy to me, emotionally and spiritually.

@89pettersen 4 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of sharing possessions. So human!!!

@kerendn 4 жыл бұрын

It's so funny to imagine you with hundreds of beanie babies! 😂 I appreciate you sharing your story and tips. I also got rid of a lot of stuff over the years, and I try to keep it that way, but I still have lots of stuff that I find it difficult to get rid of (emotionally difficult or the fear of regret in the future).

@bosenilotpal 3 жыл бұрын

You are a great human being Rob ! Lots of love !

@SemberUno 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work Rob

@shysummertime 4 жыл бұрын

You had me on the edge of my seat when you said you were going to cut it up!!! BTW love your content, I have been sharing with a lot of my friends and absolutely love your inspirational spirit. I am curious if you would do some sustainable living in areas which you cant really grow most foods like northern Canada where we have to deal with extreme seasonal changes and tend to own more things due to climate. Just curious what your ideas are on this topic and maybe some tips! Thanks!

@karinhart489 4 жыл бұрын

When we moved across town from a house to a condo we gave lots of tools to lots of people. We even put together some basic tool kits for kids 10+ of pliers, cutters, hammer, screwdrivers, adjustable wrench in a 12” bag.

@johnbc 4 жыл бұрын

This video is so inspiring, Rob. Thank you so much!

@kaycevictoria9947 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh my thoughts exactly! I wish I had explained it in this way to my husband.. less things equals more time for family, more time for our garden, more time to make beautiful meals for our health instead of always stressing.

@goodandgreen 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the practical ideas!

@rawlawgirl 4 жыл бұрын

I have been a minimalist most of my adult life, but this video provides me lme with so many little gems! I see more the ways I am stuck! Gracias, chico. By the way, you look good. Healthy. Calm. Not inflamed. That 365 days did some amazing things to and for you, clearly!

@yellooh 4 жыл бұрын

Rebooting my journey again. I have material from previous journeys needing processing. Might have to do it presently backwards since the inspiration is best in the present moments. Thank you for awakening me.

@claredodd1258 4 жыл бұрын

Some great ideas. Especially the sharing. That would encourage more of a sense of community. Love his philosophy and attitude to life and mother earth. Xx

@jessfindsherlife2749 4 жыл бұрын

We love you too, Rob.

@ElisaAvigayil 4 жыл бұрын

The subtitles on this video are great. They're larger than subtitles I've seen on other videos. Not sure how you did this but it's really great.

@neth360 4 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that you came to visit us Cambodia. Here your cambodian fan 😁

@tremortwins 3 жыл бұрын

So many practical tips. Thank you.

@pamm8333 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you did not cut it up.... joy iand giving is of the highest resonance..... and it lives on even when our body dies.

@waynerumambi3024 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work and Thank you for sharing

@walkerskii 4 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about doing this with a $4,000 Ford F-150 V-8 pickup truck but that is a complicated thing, yet you have given me the idea, if I loan my truck to a friend & there is an expensive engine repair when he is driving it, it could cause bad feelings for him or me, but if I give the truck away, so it belongs to him, then I can use it & he can repair it... but it's still a bit complicated, no? One friend I could give the truck to (to share) is a man who would not have the money to repair the truck when it is broken, so I could not do this with him, we have to pay attention to the character of the friend we are considering a shared item.

@kellyclark7517 4 жыл бұрын

You make the world a better place Rob. I love you too! Thank you :)

@sendermargie 4 жыл бұрын

Good way of looking at things. Good Video!

@healingacres1748 4 жыл бұрын

You had me holding my breath with your passport!! Whew!! That was a grand gift to give your Mom!! All your tips were very well spoken. I have been downsizing for a few years and learned some new tips today. I also grew up in a collectors home, so I have inherited a lot of things but it just gives me anxiety. It's hard to get rid of things when your parents come over and want to see everything they gave you. I feel like I have to wait until they pass away to get rid of it. If I did it beforehand they would be very hurt and have a heart attack that I gave it all away! I don't know how to solve that.

@clovergreen9959 4 жыл бұрын

There is a book; Clear Your Clutter With Feng Shui by Karen Kingston. There is reason after reason why people hold onto things. And, there is one special section in the book on collectors. I apologize for sounding harsh but, they are using you as a rent free storage unit. When your parents come over, are they coming to visit you? Or, are they coming over to monitor how you, their unpaid curator of their collection(s), are taking care of "their" things? Are they just coming over to visit their things? You might try an experiment. If it is physically possible, wrap their things carefully and pack away in a box. Hide the box. See what their reaction is the next time they come over. Then, proceed accordingly. If they don't notice,...get rid of it. If they do notice, "their" stuff is gone, then send the box back home with them. I had a similar issue with my mother-in-law. She was a compulsive shopper. A true shopaholic. She simply had to go bargan hunting and looking for something on SALE. But, her cheap, on sale junk always found its way to our house because she "wanted us to have it." And, "it was on SALE". I had to just slowly but surely, bit by bit, slip things into the trash. Best of luck on reclaiming "Your" space for you. PS. Karen Kingston also has a web site, monthly news letter, and on-line courses.

@thefrancophilereader8943 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. It was so uncomfortable to watch.

@emmysparrow5109 2 жыл бұрын

I was so sad when you were going to cut it! So happy it’s going to your mama 🙏🏽💟

@AZTigerMMA 4 жыл бұрын

So much respect for your journey

@joymatisse3628 4 жыл бұрын

Great gift to give your mother. I enjoyed your video its motivated me to downsize my stuff since Im moving its a good time

@tetianatymofeienko4595 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you! I am decluttering and not buying almost anything, but the stuff just never ends😥😂 I'm on my way, can't wait to feel light

@wouterblieck1877 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Rob. Just like you I used to collect all kinds of stuff before I dedicated my life on a minimalistic and sustainable lifestyle, although on another level as you are. I had a room full of 80's toys and action figures but suddenly had the view that it caused me to much energy to take care of stuff that I never used. I wanted a simple and stress-free life. I also was a big music collector; vinyl, cd's, memorabilia, bandshirts, you name it. That was emotionally a lot more difficult to clear out but I got rid of half of my record collection and I only kept those records which are important to me and helped me during difficult times in my life. I also gave a lot of bandshirts away to friends. sometimes it's not easy to say 'no' when a friend wants to give you a present. Yesterday, one of my best friends gave me a re-release of the first Iron Maiden album. I was thinking; I really don't need this because I have the original record. But he seemed so happy that he could give this to me, I wasn't able to say no. Today I gave him a Broken Bones record back from my collection, which I almost never listened to except for a few songs. And you are absolutly right; downsizing your life is almost a full-time job!

@klf153 4 жыл бұрын

So happy you thought of your mom for the passport!

@roots8924 4 жыл бұрын

I want way less stuff. It is clutter and have been doing this letting go stuff for a few year now. It is a slow process yet I feel lighter everytime I giving something to someone who really needs it. What I have found is that most people do not have the same passion that it did for the item. I also buy multipurpose things! It is fun to see what I can use one thing for! I absolutely love your life style. It brings my heart joy. I want to grow a jungle of edible food in my back yard. I also grow my own foods and herbs in pots and bins. Love love love your heart and soul. Thank you, you are truly a gift. I am humbled.

@YasmineAndHenrik 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man! Brilliant, got lot of ideas. Most of them I have heard from my wife, and minimalists she follows, already but obviously I just needed another more resonating source =) Anyway, giving tools away but leaving option to lend it was the best idea ever. Got a loooot of tools I use sometimes so this method is perfect. Thanks again for the videos!!!

@rainwoodgrace6286 4 жыл бұрын

I sure love you for all you do and who you are.

@carlocuturic1134 3 жыл бұрын

Your knowlidge and wisdom are treasure. Thank you for sharing it with the rest of humanity, hopefully more People Will wake up and walk this path. Each one of us have a choice to choose what Kind of live they want to live... Either in harmony with Mother Nature or against Nature, in destructive way. You are the ritchest man I know, really one of a kind and I cant thank you enaugh for inspiring me to really think about "life" in the best way possible and change my every day actions so they are good for me, my community and the planet. Once again Rob, thank you so mutch! Greetings from Croatia ✌️❤️🙏🌍

@AliceAprilMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Love this Rob! So glad I came across your channel through Epic Gardening!

@paztururututu4864 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rob! :) I like from birds the simplicity on that aswell. :) They represent to me the freedom and the essence. They live free, without posessions, without money, in abundance and free. :) And singing beautiful songs. :) We are all one, Namaste!

@kimandreliassen 4 жыл бұрын

Great info and video :) Thank you very much!

@kenmoreSF Жыл бұрын

That fiddle fig leaf looks amazing.

@apen2152 4 жыл бұрын

Love how you always think of your Mom🤗👍

@Lavidadeyari Ай бұрын

Love your green T-shirt and that plant 🌱 in the back ❤

@PrettyAliceNight 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks so much!

@playfulpilgrim1376 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciation 🙏🏻💕

@feltingme 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video about the 100 things you own- it would give an idea of what is very important. For me the hardest thing to declutter is supplies. As a person who likes to make as much of my own supplies and things as I reasonably can, it takes many tools and supplies. It is hard to say, what I will need next week or month, when new idea comes in.

@kindred1113 4 жыл бұрын

Hello my friend. Great advice as always. We need to let go of things that no longer service us. I am sure your mom will love the passport...stay blessed............MINDY

@user-ii5jh2ch2i 4 жыл бұрын

Things do not service us but serve us. Serve is the verb. Service is the noun. Greetings from Switzerland.