I totally agree and thank you for sharing this, Alicia! 🌳🌞💜
@fireflythinking129036 минут бұрын
It's crazy to me how packaged vegetables and fruits can be in the US. In France grapes are never in a package.
@MelindaMelinda-y1j4 сағат бұрын
You rock!
@Exploravore3 сағат бұрын
Thank you 😊💜
@user-sw9if6fe4p9 сағат бұрын
Have you said what you do now for a living?
@Exploravore3 сағат бұрын
I have- I work as a bartender in a restaurant ;)
@CYDG_11 сағат бұрын
¿Veganismo cómo dieta o cómo deber moral?
@Exploravore3 сағат бұрын
First and foremost for moral ethics 🩷
@fireflythinking129012 сағат бұрын
I'm 25 and one thing I'm decluttering are my black clothes. Wearing colorful clothing (in colors that suit my skin tone) with beautiful fabric or pattern makes me feel way more joyful and stylish.
@catb4629Күн бұрын
it's amazing what tuning into spirit and removing all the 'noise' will do for the soul
@Exploravore18 сағат бұрын
Yes- always✨
@SusanneBader-ti7ykКүн бұрын
❤️
@SusanneBader-ti7ykКүн бұрын
Thanks so much Alicia.Very inspiring video.☺️🙋👍
@ExploravoreКүн бұрын
You are welcome 🙏🏻🌸
@cassie8215Күн бұрын
i crave this sort of life
@xovictoryxoКүн бұрын
This made me uncomfortably honestly.
@maryana44sКүн бұрын
Great idea❤ would be particular interested in coaching on declutering stimulus and embracing nothingness.
@diorrybak335Күн бұрын
So freeing and so restrictive at the same time. I am conflicted about this living scenario. If guests arrive, how do you feed them since you have limited utensils, 2 spoons and forks? Do you instruct them to bring their own utensils, glasses for drinking water, napkins, paper plates, mugs or a picnic basket set? You don't serve tea? You don't own a teapot or cups. What about books visitors can peruse and settle down to flip through, coffee table books to look at? What if someone needs to take a shower? No towel provided for that person? And if family or a friend visit, there's no couch to sleep on, no extra sheets for guests? This appears to be an isolated life, unwelcoming to visitors. I guess that's how you purposely arranged it. I have a couple of elderly friends with painful arthritis and limited mobility, I could never ask them to sit on a blanket on the floor. The only available chair on the balcony doesn't look comfortable either. This seems to be a living arrangement designed for lonely living. A little sad. Wishing you well.
@ExploravoreКүн бұрын
It’s not that visitors are “unwelcome”- it’s just I don’t have people over. My job is very socially draining so I enjoy peace and quiet on my off time. If I see friends it’s out in the world for a movie or hike or dinner. My family lives all over the country, not close to me. But this is just my life and my needs- no need to copy it. Simplicity will look different for everyone. You can still meet your own individual needs and preferences- it’s just about being more intentional with what you consume and releasing the excess 💙
@IndoorDinosaurOhNoСағат бұрын
@@Exploravore while I'm def not as minimal as you by any stretch of the imagination, I understand what you're saying as I also visit w friends only outside of my home b/c my job is very socially draining and I enjoy my downtime quietly and don't keep extra crap around for "just in case" situations, keep living the peaceful, uncluttered life that works for you!😊
@mapachemalditoКүн бұрын
This is not on you, but I want to put it here in case you're able to upload your videos NOT on HDR... it appears that when I watch you specifically, my mac is quite annoying about it. Your video gets sooo bright it hurts my eyes and the rest of my screen dims. I can't find a way to control it yet, I think it's exclusively an HDR thing. I love listening to you so I usually change tabs to only hear audio. But I wanted to put this out there in case you're willing to disable HDR. I google but I don't know how to turn this off on mac.
@ExploravoreКүн бұрын
Hmm yea I film in 4K- if I film/upload less than that the quality really does go down. I know in the KZfaq app as a viewer you can select which quality to view in- I’m sure you can do this on a computer
@mapachemaldito6 сағат бұрын
@@Exploravore It's not the 4K. It's the HDR! even if I select less quality, all the qualities inclue HDR which is what creates the issue. Thanks for replying to me! I hope apple allows me to turn this "feature" off soon somehow.
@gwenpowers6856Күн бұрын
🎉I moved last year from a 4 bedroom house to an apartment in a Beetle convertible. Cheers!
@ExploravoreКүн бұрын
Awesome! 🔥💜🔥
@Mellymrl563222 күн бұрын
Do you ever feel the bare walls and nothing around causes depression?
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Not at all- the spaciousness brings me serenity and joy, most especially the view of the trees. I find nature to be far more beautiful than anything we have created as humans 💚🌿
@ss-ht6uzКүн бұрын
@@Exploravore 👍
@carrie58132 күн бұрын
Sweet! Thanks so much! So the Thai dish is just called “Curry”? What’s in it? Also, I’m just curious: you seem so disciplined and put together and obviously fit. For years, I have struggled with eating unconsciously when I feel stressed out or overwhelmed as if I sometimes use food to numb-out and consequently eat too much. Like waaaay too much. 😮 I thought this would change when I went vegan because I’ve cut out everything processed and I’m not eating anything addictive like with dairy or sugar. But, I’m still struggling with this. Any word of advice or insight as to how you just eat what you’ve created for that meal and don’t go beyond that, say, for example, when you’ve come home from a crazy work shift and feel a bit frazzled?
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
The body is looking to take care of you and when it’s asking for nourishment, it’s not wrong. Sometimes that need is more food, other times it’s emotional or spiritual nourishment. If you are craving comfort, it’s an opportunity to look at what other needs in life are not being met (ie how is your job, your relationships, your sleep, your physical movement, your time in nature, your sense of purpose, your love for yourself…)? …and yes there are several flavors- green curry and yellow curry are my favorites 💚
@amandazplace56632 күн бұрын
You would be an amazing aunt, big sister, teacher! Your students are lucky to have you.♥️🇨🇦
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻✨💜
@amychen25042 күн бұрын
A proper sermon
@sanjacintoantoniodebexar24422 күн бұрын
Anyone else asking about the hat?! 😆😍
@error66902 күн бұрын
I love this.
@organicallysharon18702 күн бұрын
I’m 61 and it’s been 5 years for me. Everything about this video is spot on 🎯 So much wisdom ✨
@janegardner6042 күн бұрын
Keep making these great videos and getting the message out there! We can help you spread the truth by liking and commenting and sharing! Love you for loving our home and doing your best to keep her going !!!
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Thank you Jane 🙏🏻✨🦋
@metawolf9872 күн бұрын
I don't think I could ever sleep on a mattress on the floor. I did that 13 years ago, and it started straining my chest muscles. Strained muscles start spasming, plus the chest muscles support the heart. With my chest muscles being in a strained/fatigued state, I was feeling my heart beating way more than anyone should feel. Fortunately, I had a futon bed frame, which uses a semi-suspended wooden base. Suspension is very important for sleep. A mattress that has the right balance of firm and cushiony, is also very important. As you learned, without firmness, multiple body parts get pressured/strained, and you wake up with pain in multiple body parts.
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
For sure- the one I have is extra firm so it’s been working 💜
@irinarudic14042 күн бұрын
If you don't want to pay your own mortgage, you will pay it for someone else 😂
@ingridperlongo22912 күн бұрын
I am very inspired by your kitchen. I have so much clutter in my cabinets, it's ridiculous . I cook and entertain occasionally but there are things I rarely use. As far as clothes, I find myself only using a small amount of them. My home has a nice flow with a little empty space but I have a more maximalist aesthetic with prints and eclectic art. But I find myself enjoying the calm when I spend time in my clients' more minimalist homes. Beautiful space and I appreciate how much thought you've put into every aspect of daily life and routines.
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Simplicity will look different for everyone! Just keep chipping away at layers of things you find you don’t use, and the extra breathing room will start to bring you more ease 💚✨
@ingridperlongo22912 күн бұрын
@@Exploravore Thank you for your lovely reply!
@carrie58133 күн бұрын
Fairly new to the vegan lifestyle. Just curious: what favorite dishes do you recommend/order at the Thai/Indian restaurants you fancy?
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Curry always at Thai, for Indian either a mixed veg curry or sag aloo (spinach & potatoes) or Chana masala (chickpeas) 🩷
@jenilynn10103 күн бұрын
So either you’re anorexic or eat out a lot. Which is it?
@IndoorDinosaurOhNoСағат бұрын
What an unnecessary sh*tbag response Karenlynn1010, just say you're insecure about your own weight and bored with your own existence and move along👍
@judymccord8713 күн бұрын
I love it so much! I would have to have a small couch for visitors. Very peaceful and calming!
@RachelEthridge3 күн бұрын
Very interesting. The simplicity is calming
@mrsemilysue23573 күн бұрын
I once heard a saying that, “Taking more than you need is greed.” And that has stayed with me. ❤
@catb46293 күн бұрын
Saaaame! I feel this too. Beautiful musings indeed. It's interesting how the very fabric of atoms has its own innate resonance and that at the core of all is just pure vibration. Back to self, back to OM
@fireflythinking12903 күн бұрын
I identify with this a lot... The only thing for which I could be a maximalist would be in building a beautiful garden... I don't think I own a lot of stuff, I touch every object on a regular basis (except decor) but I still feel overwhelmed with the little things.
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Gardens are of nature and can feed you- I in no way consider that “stuff” or “needless possessions”. It requires some tools and supplies to upkeep a garden, but this is life- it’s a beautiful thing to have one 💚🌿
@fireflythinking12902 күн бұрын
@@Exploravore I meant the maximalist look I guess, where you have things to see everywhere, but in nature it's just peaceful to look at. But I do feel overwhelmed by the number of plants I have sometimes, because it takes a lot of time to know their needs, water them, treat pests etc 😅
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
@fireflythinking1290 ah yes I understand. I used to love having every corner filled with beauty and color, but as I removed things I began to see the beauty of open space and how one thing can often make a more powerful statement than a group of many 💜
@FelixMuller-ox7yd3 күн бұрын
Hello Alicia, very interesting topic,puuuhh... but not easy to understand for a non-native speaker, to be honest.😊 You didn't expect this feedback 😂,...looking forward to the next video, you're approaching 10,000 subscribers 👍👍👍
@Exploravore2 күн бұрын
Apologies that it was hard to follow. I try to speak as clearly as I can and explain threads of thoughts in an organized manner, but not everything will resonate for everyone 🙏🏻
@violaineaudrey88413 күн бұрын
Hello Alicia ! I'm so late in commenting as I'm not near the internet at the moment but please know that I enjoy your videos as always and this one perhaps even more ! I'm meant to be vegan from my birth (yes I know it 😄), I'm vegetarian since I was 8, but because I deal with a quite severe inflammatory bowel chronic disease I can't eat as much veggies and other necessities in a vegan diet so I think that I was 85% vegan and after meeting you, I told myself “I can and I will do better !” And I think I'm 95% vegan now but my body is not always comfortable I have to admit ☺️ but as my soul is, I'm happy ! I want to thank you for telling us in another video that your hair was healthy and not falling down being vegan because it was a phobia for me as I have been losing my hair since my adolescence. So thank you Alicia because in that video, you were like a fairy, telling me “you can do it and relax, everything is going to be all right !” À bientôt et prends soin de toi mon amie 💛🌿🌸
@Exploravore3 күн бұрын
Hello my friend it is so nice to hear from you. Yes keep going with what your heart calls you to do. I think your body can heal too- it’s just trying to communicate with you 💜🦋💙
@nanacole20093 күн бұрын
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@nanacole20093 күн бұрын
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@organicallysharon18703 күн бұрын
Earthing, Dominion and Seaspiracy were all eye opening for me 😢 I love your content ❤
@Exploravore3 күн бұрын
Earthlings is especially powerful 🌿
@barbarashirland90783 күн бұрын
A teacher I had said "Attitude of Gratitude is Yoga (union with spirit); the rest is garbage. Sounds right to me.
@sofine96953 күн бұрын
I love, love this deep and truthful heart based video! This book highlights how I feel about a lot of issues. I will most definitely be reading it. Thank so much for sharing!
@sofine96953 күн бұрын
You have not lost my subscription! I like hearing from a like-minded soul. All three points are true. It's so important to be mindful of all we do or don't do. Even when we think we are doing all we can, there is always something more. We do our best with what we know and strive to improve on it as we learn more. Thank you Alicia!
@Exploravore3 күн бұрын
Yes no one is perfect but we can always strive to do better 🦋✨
@sofine96953 күн бұрын
@@Exploravore Absolutely!
@PandaManda8883 күн бұрын
Love!! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏼💝
@MsGoldilockz19843 күн бұрын
I've probably had two coffees in my life (it tastes gross to me!) and recently, have felt I've been missing out, due to being close to an artisan coffee place. Your raw portrayal of your experience is shocking and has completely shifted my perception, so thank you. I very much admire your overall intention of ridding yourself of the 'noise': unnecessary mental, physical, emotional stuff that is an impediment to healing. Your channel, more than any other, has made me aware that, in our aversion to silence, we are not only trying to escape our emotional difficulties, but often adding more things that need to be healed from: addictions, toxic relationships, maladaptive patterns. Eventually, you are forced to realise that the way you are working, isn't working. Listening to your videos makes me increasingly aware that I can't continue to avert my own healing journey. It's scary though 🙏
@Exploravore3 күн бұрын
It can be very scary! But transformation is rarely easy. Thats the point though~ we come out stronger on the other side 💚✨
@sm4rtb1tch693 күн бұрын
I call it murder but thats just me. It is disgusting how animals are treated and the earth itself and people need to wake up and ask themselves why the earth was healthier during the period of the covid lockdown and make the necessary changes to make it like that again. Great vid Alicia!
@Nomadrunner3 күн бұрын
Be wealthy but make better choices. We need this as a t shirt! 😅 As a fairly long term vegan of the more tolerant variety, I wholeheartedly agree with your respect for the hunters. I have lived in rural, northern Sweden where hunting is part of life. And those men (and women) have deep respect for the animals they kill. It’s done with intention and no part goes to waste. Sure I’d love for everyone to be vegan, but what truly sickens me are the unconscious meat consumers that can’t stand blood and need their flesh in neat little packages that hide the animal it once was. xx
@Exploravore3 күн бұрын
Yes it’s all about intentionality and respect and reverence..
@4.eva.213 күн бұрын
such a powerful message. 💯
@4.eva.213 күн бұрын
ordered the book ❤😊
@SaraNovau4 күн бұрын
As always so inspiring 🥰🥰 I do not live an extreme minimalist life, but I am working actively to live more simple every single day. For instance, decorating is something I enjoy a lot, but I´ve been trying to make an effort to be more intentional with what I shop to keep things simple. Your videos always inspire me to do better and to live a simple life ❤❤❤
@jackied45924 күн бұрын
I think you should write your own book. Would be awesome to explore your mind.
@Exploravore4 күн бұрын
Maybe someday!
@amywilliams16174 күн бұрын
You are the only other person I know who believes hunting and fishing are better than not if you are consuming animals. Let it live a wild natural life and then face it with the reverence it deserves for keeping you alive if you believe that is right. I know this will be difficult for those that do not/cannot hunt but if everybody ate less meat, perhaps it could be affordable to have hunters provide it to those who consume it. Factory farming is abominable, and I wonder if people really understood it if they would support it...ignorance is bliss.