50 Things I Don't Buy or Own 

I do appreciate you making this video however, you and many other social media influencers are still the definitions of materialism, new Princess Polly hauls every couple of weeks, brand new Lulu items, in addition to constantly sporting around your latest and greatest designer items. I mean this in no disrespectful or hateful way, just some food for thought for a new video idea! "New habits I am picking up to be more aware as a consumer" would have been a much better option.

Frozen vegetables are actually harvested in peak season! You can make a really good fried rice with some rice, eggs, frozen veggies, and soy sauce!

When I travel, I get one ornament for myself. One day I would love to have a tree full of ornaments from all over. Fun stories to tell my kids and people who visit during the holidays!

this was such a smart idea!! I admire you for doing like the opposite of a haul and making ppl reevaluate their purchases!

I love Aspyn too, but sometimes her shopping stresses me out 😂

***SPOILER ALERT*** 1. Apple Watch 2. alarm clock 3. laptop case 4. cable 5. excessive apartment decor/festive pillows 6. books 7. planners 8. notebooks 9. souvenirs from travel 10. paper towels 11. paper plates 12. tissues 13. plastic wrap 14. dryer sheets 15. air freshener 16. keurig/coffee maker 17. air fryer 18. umbrella 19. rain boots 20. postmates/uber eats 21. frozen vegetables 22. food she won't be able to eat before it goes bad 23. steak/ "complicated meats" 24. cheese 25. coffee 26. soda 27. plastic water bottles 28. outfits for events 29. flannel shirt 30. fun/costume makeup 31. cheap clothing 32. cheap shoes 33. cheap jewelry 34. bras 35. baseball caps 36. ski jacket 37. scarves 38. orange clothing 39. low-waisted clothing 40. spray tans 41. pads 42. shaving cream 43. nail polish remover 44. nail polish 45. traditional lipstick 46. favorite items in bulk 47. large wallets 48. credit card interest payments 49. trolley card 50. bike 51. spending money at casinos

My Apple Watch was one of my best purchases yet! It's amazing for keeping track of workouts and seeing when you get alerts on your phone without having to actually be tempted to get on your phone!

I LOVE this video! This is the content we need nowadays :) Gone are the days of 25 candle bath and body works hauls! I love that we are bringing back sustainability and reducing the number of things that we expect ourselves to have :)

Air fryers are life changing. They make everything way better than baking and they are so much better for you. In my opinion it is a must have in the kitchen

"Maybe when I'm like 40" - that made me first gasp,then giggle. I'm 40 and I love your videos. Stay safe!

I personally think a fitbit would be better for you if you don't want to be distracted by your phone... the biggest difference is you can't answer calls or texts but I have one and I love it! it's way cheaper too which is a plus

I'm 17 years old, almost completely dependent on my mom for money, and I bought an apple watch as my first ever major purchase that I've bought for myself. I use it every single day, and it is honestly one of the best purchases I've ever made. It actually makes me bring my phone less places because I know that if I'm wearing my watch, someone can get ahold of me if there's an emergency (I went with the cellular since I'm a caddie at a golf club and wanted to be able to receive texts while on the course). Not having my phone with me leads me to be scrolling through instagram and snapchat less and it makes me be more present in the moment. I honestly cannot recommend enough that if you can afford an apple watch you should 100% buy one!!!

i love my apple watch! definitely not something i thought would have such a positive impact on my daily life. it’s great for working out and for normal use too

if you want to start cooking at home more, get an air fryer!! easy to clean and its super quick.

Love this idea Gretchen 💕 I don’t have a big cable package either and I don’t miss it at all (I just have the base 12 channels because it makes WiFi cheaper)

I have an Apple Watch and LOVE it, exp for fitness things. Making sure your moving & active and it’s nice for quick check of texts you don’t get invested in your phone. I find I will not be attached to this tech as long as my watch is on do not disturb.. because it will vibrate every time you get a text if not!

agree with all the comment about Fitbit over apple watch!! i bought my fitbit versa solely for the purpose to track my workout and I've disabled notifications on my watch so I really just use it for checking the time, tracking sleep, and fitness and I absolutely LOVE it and so many people have thought I had the apple watch when really its hundreds of $$ cheaper :)

This is such a unique idea I’m excited to watch!!

you NEED an AIR-FRIER! best thing ever, I’ve had mine for about 5 years now, and use it like 3 times a week it’s so useful!

I do normally love cable because there are just some shows that I love to watch when they are on. I can compromise with Hulu plus live TV. It's cheaper than cable plus has both regular tv channels and sports channels.

Where did you get your phone case? It’s super cute!!💛

gretchin being true to herself for 42 minutes straight

We are SCARY similar. I've had an apple watch since they came over a few years ago (I've had two of them) Absolutely don't feel like I NEED it. You're not missing out. My favorite part about it though is how accurately it tracks your activity and then you can compete with friends which is super fun!

For the air fryer I highly recommend it! The veggies have a different crispy texture they taste so good and are ready in like 6 minutes! You can make so much in it too.

I feel that about souvenirs!! Instead when I go on vacation now I get decorative postcards and kind of have a collection, I frame some of them and have them all up together kind of like an accent wall :) It's a cute reminder of my trip and something I could potentially put in a photo album one day if I wanted to store them and have a decorative photo album

I feel like having a planner and reading is just a trend and very aesthetically pleasing. I remember I wanted a planner because it will "help" me be organized but it just made me more overwhelmed because it's another task. Everything is not for everyone.

This is so refreshing!! I love it when you have such innovative ideas for videos. flex that business school degree girl!

hahaha this is random but I don't own any orange clothes either! theres no point I feel because I only ever wear neutrals 🙈

The notebook/reading one gave me flashbacks to your children's literature class in the last semester of college HAHA

Something that is sooo worth investing in and that’s really good for the environment are the microfiber reusable makeup pads. You put some water on it and wipe your makeup off and wash it off the pad with a little soap or cleanser. It’s saved me so much money and it’s so much less waste

I LOVE ME A 42 MINUTE GRETCHEN VIDEO ❤️this is literally what i need during my NY quarantine

I think it’s hypocritical when you post hauls with TONS of clothes from “fast fashion” companies. Just something to consider!

ok but these are all practical things compared to some of the stuff you have that are worse for materialism

Gretchen I can’t lie, I think you do need an Apple Watch. One of the best purchases I have ever made. It’s so great for exercise and tracking it. You can also download music to the watch and connect your AirPods so you don’t need to take your phone on runs with you! I take mine off in the shower and at night, but I definitely think you would love it

omg it's like a bonus podcast episode! love ittt

I love my Apple Watch! I was worried I wouldn't use it enough, but it actually helps me every day to stay motivated to work out and track my activity throughout the day. I also love how you can share your activity with friends, so you can keep each other motivated!

Take only photos, leave only footprints😻 Such a good quote to live by and it means you don't have to buy as many things!!!

Get a TV antenna!! I also had the cable/Bachelor problem and I bought an antenna from Target for 10 dollars and I get around 30 channels!

I really like this idea it's so interesting to sit and think about

I’ve totally been shopping out of boredom. It’s so important to focus on reducing and reusing things and then recycling!

I don’t see the purpose of a Apple Watch personally, I have a Fitbit because I like tracking my workouts. But I don’t feel the need to have text messages on my wrist. Even on my MacBook I always have my alerts on do not disturb because if I’m not on my phone I don’t want to be bothered with texts

even though you aren't having a baby right now you should do a baby names you like video! I feel like this is such an interesting topic and I love watching other people's videos about this!!

That’s so funny you mentioned the Apple Watch because I was in the EXACT SAME BOAT as you. I never got one and felt like I would like it but didn’t need one. Until last week... I finally got one 😂 and I love it!! It’s so great for tracking workouts and calories and reminding me to move and stay active. It also keeps me from not checking my phone constantly because I get the notifications on the watch so I know who is contacting me and if it’s important.

Absolutely LOVE my Apple Watch, couldn’t live without it! ✨

Out of all my apple products, my favorite one is my Apple Watch! It is incredible for workouts and it has made me so much more accountable! I have had it for 6 months and I adore it :) definitely worth the money!

Orange is my favorite color, more specifically neon orange 😂 I respect your opinion and agree I don’t like orange clothing. I personally have one orange shirt but rarely wear it lol. I think it’s just a personal preference because I’ve seen ppl wear orange and pull it off 😊

You've always been my favorite RU-vidr since high school five years ago. So genuine and authentic and I love you G!!

omg I'm watching this after watching your cape cod videos where you got your Apple Watch lol! hope you're loving it

Locast is a great way to watch cable without cable! it is free and you can watch basic cable channels (ABC, CBS, NBC, CW etc) and is great for things like the Bachelor, the Oscars/Grammys and things like that!

i love love love this!!! really helped me to remember things i don’t really need and to think more about what i do and don’t need!!!! love this idea so much! stay safe and healthy ❤️

“and they can fit my huge noggin” I LAUGHED OUT LOUD

This was so interesting and useful for young people who are about to move out and live in their first apartment. You should make a video on things that you always find yourself buying and spending money on. Just your daily household necessities in these categories.

so nice to see someone talk about what they don’t need instead of convincing people of what they do need :))

wait i loved this idea and also u were being so funny in this i was actually laughing outloud

You could get covers for the pillows for holidays if you want. Takes up less space storing.

I feel you girly with the hats!! Sometimes they are just NOT an option for big heads lol

There’s a water bottle on the night stand

i love my apple watch!! totally helps me get moving for atleast 30 minutes everyday and I always try to fill the circles. i think you would love it to see how hard your workouts are and stuff. i always take mine off when i shower and stuff just because i like to take that time for myself, but you could just turn off notifications if you prefer!! xx

can you film a video about what shoes you own? I need inspo for spring/summer even if we arent leaving the house haha

I love your videos sooo much! You inspired me so much!

I also don’t have an Apple Watch! I don’t see much value to it unless you are a runner 🤷🏻‍♀️

This is such a cool video!! Love the content you produce G!

I think tissues are important when feeling bad because they are less harsh on your noise!!

Watching your videos always makes me so happy! Love u💜😊

Such a unique idea! I love my Apple Watch! It’s so good for working out and for logging my runs!! I so recommend

can you do a video with your HOLY GRAIL/MUST HAVE Clothing (and accessories). Stuff that every girl/young woman needs in her closet and in her wardrobe! I think it would be extremely helpful!

I don't own an Apple watch. I do have a Fitbit Inspire HR though, and it does everything I need to. It tracks all my workout stats which I love and what the sole purpose of it was for me to purchase it, along with notifies me of any texts/calls if my phone is not within arm's reach. It's great for when I'm at work and if my husband texts me, I can read the first few lines of the text to see if it's important enough for me to stop working or not. I love it. I think an Apple watch doesn't get used to its full potential by a lot of people and they only get it to say they have one..

I don’t have an Apple Watch but I have a Fitbit and it tracks my workouts and heart rate and stuff which is the main thing I would wanna watch for without the distracting factors of text messages and apps and stuff all the time

Souvenirs should be collectables - I love mugs so I started buying a mug in each new place I visit. I also might start buying a Christmas ornament too cause I’ve seen some cute ones and they seem like a cute way of remembering your trips!

I’m with you!! I broke my leg skiing and I would never want to put myself through that ever again.

About the Apple Watch, I have had both an Apple Watch and a Fitbit. I would get a Fitbit if you just want to fitness and health capabilities, get the Apple Watch if you want more than that.

Gretchen! You don’t need cable to watch the bachelor. You can buy an antenna box thing (it’s flat) for like $7

I feel you on the apple watch girl lol. I never got one until 2020. My husband bought it for me on my birthday and i honestly think its a waste of money. I mean when i was working i used it for the time and text messages but it sits in my room now since i became a house wife.

So excited to watch, I hope you have a happy Easter Gretchen ❤️

If you wanna get into reading but don't feel like buying books I def recommend getting the kindle app on your phone or laptop! Just get kindle books from amazon - super convenient!!

Which mascara do you use!! Your eyelashes are amazing.

I had the same problem with the apple watch because I wanted to track my exercise and I think it looks pretty but I hated being distracted (especially driving), so I just turned off all the notifications except incoming calls and that helped me so much and made me better at returning calls :) Now I use it everyday and don't feel like I use my phone more.

Thankful for your long videos, makes my late night runs go by faster! 😊

I love your version of this type of list, it’s so much more entertaining than people who take themselves too seriously!

Girl air fryers are great!! I wasn’t like all about it either but it is so quick and simple! Homemade French fries in like 8 minutes. Even the frozen like children’s dinosaur chicken nuggets, they get sooooo good in the air fryer compared to the oven.

Also my Apple Watch is the BEST. You can easily do not disturb if you wanna clock out for a little

I love this video! A great way to re-evaluate what’s necessary and what’s not!

apple watch is so worth the purchase especially for someone who works out!! love this vid tho. it’s like the opposite of a haul and super refreshing to watch !!

Gretchen you the realest! I always loved that about you! Never change!

Can you please do a video with max about your plans after quarantine, future, but most importantly PUPPY TALK PLEASEEEEEEEE

You should do an updated makeup routine/skincare routine 💕💕

i feel the same about the umbrella!! i always thought i feel like i need one but practically i just run 😂

My family rarely uses paper towels too!! We stick with reusable cloths (before they became popular lmao)

I love my Apple watch! I got it as a birthday gift from my mom last year. One thing I don't have that I feel a lot of people have though are AirPods. I just only really listen to music in the car (I don't even really listen to music when I work out) and I always watch videos on my computer on the laptop's speakers.

I am CRACKING up about mentioned aspyn and parkers pillow addiction hahahahah

Okay your comments on the color orange are hilarious😂.... Also you should do a closet decluttering video! Donate all those clothes you don’t wear

Same i don’t have a Apple Watch and i honestly don’t feel like i need one 😅

You are not weird at all. You are awesome! Save the planet 🌎

Gretchen on the paper towels YES my parents never did growing up either and it's so strange like my roommates thought it was so weird I was like "why do we need these like we can use towels and napkins?" lol

I have the same problem with hats!! I’ve found that the men’s Nike golf hats for some reason are bigger and fit really well though!! I wear mine all the time to workout or when I don’t wanna wash my hair lol

i love my apple watch. it’s so easy to track daily activity and workouts. also there is an app called auto sleep which i find helpful to see how well i sleep

I love my Apple Watch!!! Especially being active and stuff it really motivates me to work out and stuff because it keeps track of that and now that I have it, if I don’t have it on I look at my bare wrist like 40 times a day 🤣

Apple watches are so motivating, especially at a time like this. I love mine! I highly recommend getting one!

omg you should get a Fitbit versa if you don't want an Apple Watch! It does basically the same things as an Apple Watch and you can set alarms on it as a plus. I love mine and it's waterproof; it's amazing.

This is literally you making a wishlist