SIMPLE LIVING | Things I No Longer Buy | ways to save money & simplify your life ✨

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I am starting a new series all about simple living and in today's video share a personal list of 35 things I no longer buy, as well as some hacks I've been enjoying in my journey towards a more intentional, decluttered lifestyle. Whether you're a seasoned minimalist or just starting to explore the benefits of living with less, these insights are designed to inspire and guide you on your own journey.
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Hey there! I'm Laura, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to my channel. Here, I dive into everything that makes a house a home-homemaking, motherhood, and unleashing creativity in every corner. Whether it's decluttering and organizing tips, DIY projects, yummy recipes, or sharing cozy homemaking routines, I'm all about keeping it real. No picture-perfect illusions here-just genuine inspiration and encouragement for life's everyday moments. So, join me on this journey as we find joy in the little things together! 🏠
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@lauras.lifejoy 12 күн бұрын

If the topics of simple living & joyful homemaking + motherhood sound appealing to you, I would love for you to subscribe and join the journey 💛 Welcome here, friend!

@Fegga1955 28 күн бұрын

No Soft drinks,no coffee out,I refill small water bottles,no renting movies,Watch free KZfaq films,Netflix,have enough jewelry,no cards since I also make them,old tv works great since I hooked up hdmi cable to watch films,list is endless,Thanks so much ❤

@lifeaccordingtocynthia5657 Ай бұрын

I buy all my cards at dollar tree, they are very nice when I don't have time to make my own. I have discovered walks to our neighborhood sidewalk library boxes! I love taking some books I have read and trading them out for a new read. Plus they have several children's books most of the time, and my grandchildren love to walk with me and be surprised at what they find! The only shampoo I have used for years now is the baby organics shampoo and body wash. It is all natural and leaves my hair shiny. I actually get comments from other women asking me how I keep my hair so shiny and healthy looking.

@user-qn1gs7rb3o 29 күн бұрын

I love the idea of buying clothes intentionally. Been doing that myself too.😊

@hannahbloomlifestyle Ай бұрын

I am allll about simplifying this year

@drbantayan Ай бұрын

We don’t have a tv in our home but one thing we do enjoy is an indoor projector 📽️. It replaces the need for a larger tv. Just blast the projector on a blank wall & enjoy the viewing experience. 😊

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

and that is SO fun too!!

@dorothy9618 Ай бұрын

Today I removed 5 pictures from my walls. Looks great!

@live.travel. Ай бұрын

Great tips! For myself, not saying you can’t go out once in a while, date nights and such, but overall this is what I try and do. I don’t wear makeup (never have), wear the clothes I have and when they can’t be worn they become cleaning rags, same with shoes, wear until they die. Learning to sew is a great skill, fix your clothes that aren’t doing so hot. Eat at home, drink water, entertainment at home (tv/movies, read a book, etc), no pets, do errands in the least amount of trips in a route that uses less gas, haircut once or twice a year (my hair’s long and has to be put up at work so easy to get away with) and not colouring/bleaching it, learning to cut hair is a huge money saver. And not getting rid of baby items until baby season is over for your family and only purchasing more/new when needed and depending on the item obviously.

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! ☺I have considered learning how to cut my own hair as well - maybe one day!

@Diane-nr3sf 27 күн бұрын

I've been cutting my own hair for years saved me a ton of money also I sew and knit and crochet and I've been trying to learn how to can except my pressure canner scares the heck out of me LOL but I will accomplish that two to

@lynnctodd Ай бұрын

I don’t buy candles and I have greatly simplified my makeup and bath/body products. I used to have SOOO many because I love all that stuff. But, I realized I was overwhelmed and didn’t use half of it. Now, I *mostly* have things that I use every day or at least multiple times a week. It feels good to use it all! I also don’t buy books. I use my kindle and the Libby app. I never re-read books and don’t need them taking up space.

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

I recently decluttered some beauty products, there's only a few I use every day! I also get overwhelmed when I have things I don't use ~ thanks for sharing! 💛

@francarroll310 Ай бұрын

I love the cell phone declutter! I won’t be getting any more mani/ pedi. A waste of $200! Can do it all myself. I began making soy candles with essential oils and use the glass Oiu yogurt jars. I do not shop anymore at Dollar Tree. Wasteful cheap. I buy 80% clothing at Savers as the quality is so much better. Too much stuff is distracting from values, praying, actually communicating with others.

@lisamarielund6292 10 күн бұрын

I buy all my gift wrap, bows, ribbons and cards at Dollar Tree. Super cheap, festive, colorful and the cards are either $1.25 each or two for $1.25. Can’t beat that!

@Vivcarbajal Ай бұрын

For me storage/organization bins. Makeup, Just face powder Hair products, just shampoo and conditioner Water bottles Extra cleaning products (Pinesol,dawn, vinegar and baking soda is enough) Subscriptions Small decor/Knick knacks/books Unnecessary kitchen gadgets Plastic plates/cups Mugs I’m trying to be a moderate minimalist.

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

It's actually amazing what baking soda/vinegar can be used for!! Thanks for sharing - I like that: "moderate minimalist" I'd say I fall into the same category!

@speedbully_84 Ай бұрын

I haven't spent money on most of these things for many years, if ever. With the exception of 2. Bread: Here you can by quality bread (high fiber, no sugar) for $2. Although homemade is better, no way I can make it so cheap. Soft drinks: addicted to the caffeine and haven't found a substitute I like. And should mention I have no kids. I have a low income for my country ($1750 after tax), with rent being $780 a month I still manage to save £500 a month. Still feel poor though with the cost of everything to day...

@chriswells4400 Ай бұрын

Wow! I am extremely impressed. As a 74 year old I am amazed at your maturity and ability to save money. I had an IPhone 7 also and my son and daughter-in-law made me get a new one!😂

@Victoria-kl7su Ай бұрын

In the U.K we have charity shops which are like thrift shops but that give a large proportion of the takings to charities such as Cancer Research or animal rescue - I try to buy cards there as they are usually reasonable (less than equivalent of 3 dollars) and the profit goes to the charity, I also buy them in sales and keep a box for when I need them, just a few obvious or generic ones so that it’s not wasted money just sitting there

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

I love that!

@landofkakiakahomeschool 4 күн бұрын

Loved the video and also, you have my dream hair. Lovely!

@lauras.lifejoy 3 күн бұрын

I am so glad you enjoyed it! Oh wow, that’s very kind, thank you!

@gracemunroe 7 күн бұрын

Most of the things that you 'don't do' I find that I still do, I like my coffees when I go out, I still get sodas in plastic bottles, and I like my pedicures, and having my hair cut, and my store bought bread, and I will upgrade my tv because I want to, I have two iPhones and an iPad, and my iMac Desktop, so yeah that's me, and you do you, good luck with that, I like to enjoy my life, so yeah.

@anthonys5568 2 күн бұрын

Thank you Ma'am for the very nice advice.

@xxbabsbunnyxx8923 Ай бұрын

Yes to the spring capsule wardrobe!

@hannahcrawford4618 Ай бұрын

Second this ❤

@gwenj5419 Ай бұрын

I have a book I'm reading at all times, but I never buy books. I just borrow the kindle versions from my library with the Libby app.

@emilydawson2667 Ай бұрын

Hey Laura! When I’m about to buy a new book (in Canada) I check book outlet first! Massive discounts, all new books, puzzles, kids stuff. Has saved so much money! For example, I found the complete treasure of Peter Rabbit, hardcover, new for $10!

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

That’s amazing!! I love Peter Rabbit books, what a score! 😍

@agnesnagy207 Ай бұрын

Used furniture! 👏👏

@jeannineterese1037 8 сағат бұрын

I either buy cards at Dollar Tree or print them online.

@paramedicchrisbookseries Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@Thatshowugetants Ай бұрын

Cards: dollar tree ($1for2)

@anacorona6234 Ай бұрын

Gracias

@KuGirlFilms Ай бұрын

Lovin' this video! Thanks for sharing and I am also trying to lead an intentional life where things I do keeps me in the present instead of living in a constantly living in a world of distractions. God bless! :)

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@kitderinger 27 күн бұрын

Enjoyed your video, Laura. Number one, you are hilarious! I have a blog that I’ve written in the past, that I don’t keep up with hardly anymore, but it has many of your tips and much more. I love living simply and being frugal and intentional about everything. You mentioned you were looking into cleaning products. Why not just use “blessing in a bottle“. It’s simply white vinegar, Dawn soap, and a tablespoon of detergent. I use it to clean almost everything. Another waste is gym memberships. I just work-out on my own at home and have a great expansive KZfaq library of my favorite instructors. Many people, including my own son, pay a monthly membership and never go to the gym. Another rule is, I don’t buy anything without getting rid of at least one thing or more. If something comes in the house, something goes out of the house! 😁 I also track my monthly spending with an Excel spreadsheet I created. I’ve been doing that for 10 years and it is amazing. It is great to see where your money is going, and how quickly it can go if you don’t keep track! Good luck to you. I will look for more of your videos. 😉

@lauras.lifejoy 25 күн бұрын

Thank you, Kathleen!

@lesliewillis2482 15 күн бұрын

You can get hallmark cards from dollar stores 2 for a dollar. I pick some a couple times a year.

@natasharepstock 8 күн бұрын

Love this! New subscriber here 😊

@lauras.lifejoy 8 күн бұрын

So glad you're here, Natasha!

@pattiupton1499 25 күн бұрын

Good video!

@sockbunbunp2764 Ай бұрын

Are you a highly sensitive person? (HSP). You make decisions like one 😊. Nice video

@deannapalmer6759 Ай бұрын

Had to be your 1000th subscriber lol :)

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

MUCH appreciated! 😍

@natara2811 Ай бұрын

You are so pretty :)

@RobinDix-fm5qy 9 күн бұрын

How did you get a blank page, I can't figure that out

@ginnynolo9025 21 күн бұрын

Bread recipe pleaseeee

@lauras.lifejoy 21 күн бұрын

I share mine here: instagram.com/p/Cz6vyZDJeph/ Enjoy!!

@J.ElizabethB 2 күн бұрын

I’ve quit eating out. I’ve found the quality of food has decreased (and of course price increased) ever since the pandemic.

@lauras.lifejoy 2 күн бұрын

that is so true!!

@lauras.lifejoy Ай бұрын

What is something you don’t buy anymore? 👇🏼

@Azzne- 16 күн бұрын

Things I don’t have a place for immediately. It may be a good deal and absolutely beautiful but if I do t know where to put it? Leaving it for someone else!

@hushingsilence Күн бұрын

I've never been to starbucks and never get coffee when i am out, and I have a $20 coffee pot. I never use plastic water bottles. I only buy large bottles for my emergency kit. I buy bread about once every 6 months. I've never been to a nail salon. Ever. No subscriptions when there is so much to learn on youtube. I never rent movies..... Never go out to eat, never go to the hair salon, wear the same clothes until they wear out... Never buy a book, never buy more than I can use... 4 pair of shoes..... You get the idea. Not trying to shame ANYONE, but you can get much more frugal and for me, it's just normal, not frugal. I also have no debt and completely own my own house and car. It pays to live simply.