Cracking the Minimalist Mindset: You're Closer than you Think!

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In this video, join me as I share my personal journey into minimalism, the subtle signs that you might already be a minimalist at heart, and practical tips to embrace a simpler, more fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you're just curious about minimalism or looking to take your minimalist practices to the next level, this video is for you.
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@stevec3872 25 дней назад

Hands down, I am a minimalist concerning people. Nothing can clutter and complicate your life more than people. I can do the social sprint but have no interest in the social marathon. The mailboxes for my block are in front of my house and I can be as friendly as can be with neighbors I meet there, but virtually none of them have ever been in my house and never will be. My life is my own and I like it that way.

@user-pu5zr2ue7z 24 дня назад

@Stevec3872 You sound like me lol, I’m an INFJ ( Briggs personality test). Interesting stuff.

@stephenparkes9543 25 дней назад

Best purge I made was ridding myself of less than helpful people. Thank you for the video.

@terryannanderson8812 25 дней назад

There's an old saying, "We're too poor to buy cheap." Meaning save so you can buy quality that last and not having things that water out quickly.

@silverandsolo 22 дня назад

I like that!

@MomsTravelTeam 20 дней назад

Oh - I like this.

@BestOfMeCA 25 дней назад

I've loved being a minimalist all my life. I'm 45 and too much clutter makes me anxious 😊. Emptiness and decluttering brings happiness 😊

@karenbenedict4480 18 дней назад

Hi Jen, I’m fairly new to your podcasts, but I knew I’d struck gold when I saw you for the first time. My husband of 53 years died suddenly last year. I love where I live on acreage with trees and garden…good neighbors…very quiet area. “Friends” told me a widow of 81 surely must plan on selling and moving because it would be too much for me. I’m not moving, but I did divest myself of friends. I’ve learned so much from you as I’ve struggled to accept and adapt to being alone. As an introvert, I’m learning to love being here with few people in my life. You have addressed so many of the practical issues I have faced down and I look forward to hearing from you. Because I have limited ability to walk, I have an electric cart and my vegetables and flowers are all in containers. Your vocabulary, excellent presentation and joy in your life have helped me to find joy (a tiny bit at a time) in my new life. Thank you so much. PS I adopted a marvelous big wild rescue cat who has made all the difference. Gave me a reason to get up and get on with life.

@terilou6616 25 дней назад

Books are wonderful, art supplies, full of future dreams. Everyone's dreams are their own.

@regineheine5707 25 дней назад

Thank you so much. I love the smell of a book as well and can even identify a book from another by this. As I don’t have any relatives ( I am a child born in between two generations, don’t have a spouse or children) I can only rely on my own. I didn’t know I did this throughout my life. Referring to people in my life I can step back and ask myself “ wait a minute..” I don’t need things anymore to create kind of safety. It’s not safety, it’s a burden. I am on my way downsizing ( I am a collector, who has not been allowed to give away anything ) and won’t keep things dear to my mother or anybody else but those you mentioned as valuable to me. If I can’t make a decision right now, I leave the item in my sight, makes decisions more easy and the result of it more valuable- to me. As someone used to be giving throughout my life in order to be “ right”, I’m changing. I used to be a worrier, mostly about others. I learned within the last eight months where this comes from. I am glad to have found the origin. Change doesn’t come overnight. At first I called myself a “ failure” but realized this what I was thought of by my parents and my two husbands in order to control me. I was so tired and couldn’t manage anything. Changed . I am good towards myself and think of me I am more than simply sufficient which I never have been before. The good thing is I couldn’t be totally broken down. I am 67 by now , a long journey of misunderstanding. The person I don’t want to miss anymore is- me.

@MomsTravelTeam 20 дней назад

I love shopping for books - even if I don't buy - touching and browsing ❤

@KeithandPamBilyeu 24 дня назад

Pam here…..you encapsulated the essence of what minimalism should be. Emotional minimalism probably the most vital. Always boggles my mind the drama and chaos that people invite in to their life and then go on to create themselves. Choosing to discard negativity, gossiping, or even insinuating bad motives or intentions of others is so freeing. So many I know are caught up on ‘overthinking’ disease….where they can’t stop ruminating about what others may think about them or that everything another says or does is a ‘message’ to them. Thanks for your succinct analysis of what truly creates minimalism in your life!

@carmenm.9522 23 дня назад

Emotional minimalism…love it!

@skybaby444 19 дней назад

Minimalism is like cleaning or waking up or becoming kinder……it never ends. We’re never there. We’re only here.

@Abcd-jz4gp 24 дня назад

You are morphing into a great educator, inspirational speaker, and motivator. You're a good speaker too

@terrycameron9728 23 дня назад

I agree. A wise woman with a clear sense of herself.

@thriftymama3786 25 дней назад

I'm slowly working on being more of a minimalist. I'm in my upper thirties and had previously never taken stuff to goodwill.....never gotten rid of anything!!! In the last month, I've taken 5-7 boxes (mostly of my daughters old clothes) to goodwill. I want to be in better control, my house is so cluttered with stuff I don't need or use. Slowly but surely I'm gonna get there

@janejdough2230 25 дней назад

Good for you!

@renjuli9299 17 дней назад

Congratulations on letting go of stuff. I have also been doing that and it makes me feel good knowing that others are benefiting from what used to just lie around my house.

@cybermaventech 25 дней назад

I love my carefully curated stuff! I occasionally purge, but keep it to giving away, donating, passing along to others. My books and record collection are my comfort zone.

@2000konnie 24 дня назад

Curating is a good way of describing the process. Imma use it.

@b.t.3406 25 дней назад

I adopted minimalism in the 1990s. Haven’t looked back. Live very simply but also recognise that there are many legitimate forms of minimalism.

@mtnshelby7059 24 дня назад

Clever video! I've done a lot of culling in my later years. I love having an empty social calendar. I am a social minimalist and glad for it. 🎉

@mommyharris1111 25 дней назад

Lmbooooooo Jen! I just said yeah Stacy, you are a recycler and not a minimalist. My home is almost 4000 ft.² and I promise you that there may be 10 items in my entire house that were brand new. I never buy anything brand new. I bought oops paints from the paint store for a dollar a gallon to paint the inside of my house. I got exceptional paint for pennies. I use all of it to refurbish furniture and give to my family and friends. I think it is so wasteful to keep filling up the dump with perfectly good items that just needs some care. I buy all my books used. My library sells books for $1-2 dollars each. I’m with you on getting the books, because eventually this electrical grid is going to crash. Anybody that is self-aware can feel it. Change is coming. I don’t do it because I’m trying to be thrifty, it was just the way that I was raised. We didn’t have a lot of money. And I’m so grateful for it now. I really appreciate you posting your videos early because I am always up at the crack of dawn. I agree it’s all about quality and the old stuff is definitely better! Thrift stores are the bomb! Have a great day Jen and all others!

@leemiller8730 21 день назад

A woman after my own heart. Expressed so much better than I could have done.

@jennywren8937 25 дней назад

You are the first minimalist I have ever understood, a really sensible approach, love your ethos. Having left the users behind, I'm pretty well on the same journey, but without wearing a label.😊 The downside of extreme minimalism is comparable to anorexia.

@user-mc4cl3kr1r 25 дней назад

Hi Jen I totally agree with everything you said. Frankly, I never thought of myself as a minimalist. But, hearing what you had to say on this topic has made rethink that. About 15 years ago I decided for my own peace of mind to "simplify" my life. I have taken steps in many ways to do that. Getting rid of stuff that wasn't serving any purpose and/or had little or no meaning to me anymore. But, thoughtfully considered the things that did. I kept those and got rid of the rest. I shop very little these days I choose something I do need and/or has value to me. I thoughtfully pared down my schedule and put some things into life that brings me pleasure or makes me smile. I am far more comfortable and peaceful in my home now. I also re-evaluated the people and relationships in my life. I exited or excised those relationships because they were yoo draining or toxic. The people in my life now, add value and bring me joy. So, after pondering tour words I came to the realization that simplifying my life was a form of minimalism. So, yep, guess I'm in that camp after all. 😂 Thanks so much for another insightful talk. 😊 By the way, that is one of the main reasons I faithfully watch your vlogs. Because, they add value to my life and so do you. I do try to thoughtfully comment every time which I hope adds some value to your life, as well. Hope you have a great week and see you next week. 😁❤️🙋 --Paula in Ohio USA

@juliedonelson3471 24 дня назад

I have been decluttering for a few years now- I strive for “minimal-ish” which helps me manage my adhd and brings me the peace to be creative and feel calm instead of anxious. But it’s taken me a good while to find my perfect amount of things I love.

@LAE45 25 дней назад

As someone who has followed the minimalist movement for many many years, I must say I have rarely heard such a logical and convincing approach to the topic as yours! And I certainly identify with you on the book issue. People who say having 30 books should be enough have always puzzled me… And thanks for your words on people who love „nick nacks“ (as we called them when I was a child) - I think I understand my husband better. It‘s a shame I live on the other side of the globe from you (EU) - I‘d love to run into you in the woods with our dogs.

@leanne7306 25 дней назад

Great video! It hit home for me and opened my eyes even more. I have an aging narcissist (sick) in my life. He is the most negative person I've ever met. I am trying to limit my time around him as much as I can because he sucks the energy out of me and the next thing I know I am negative too. I need to start putting myself first. I'm about to watch this video again!❤

@carmenm.9522 23 дня назад

As a single, solo, of 57 years, I have found a useful, and minimalist, set of pots. It’s a double boiler/steamer. That gives you two pots that nest into each other, plus another pot with holes in the bottom that nests into either pot. They don’t take up a lot of space in a cupboard. Add to that, a frying pan, and you’re all set!

@susanb.5806 25 дней назад

I needed to hear that keeping my books is OK. Libraries in my area (community and university) no longer want paper books. It breaks my heart to toss them at sales or Goodwill. 😊

@HeronCoyote1234 24 дня назад

You’re absolutely correct in stating minimalism is about control. I wonder if you were to ask minimalists if, during their younger years, they felt they had no control over anything in their lives, they were dismissed, put down, pushed to the side, always felt second best, how many would say yes. It took me six decades and an excellent therapist to realize the “why”s of my life.

@apropst5867 24 дня назад

@HeronCoyote1234 and the some of the same reasons people hoard, because they never felt control of anything or that they were dismissed. Hmmm...makes you think.

@user-xq4yr7xu1z 25 дней назад

I love the common sense advice of these videos. What a wise woman.

@marianfrances4959 24 дня назад

I went through a people-weeding phase! I've also thinned out my wardrobe, big time. I give things away, usually to charities. And thus year I mostly succeeded in simplifying my garden flowers (the annuals) allowing more room in pots for the few to grow and expand on their own, not over stuff them! I took a week long, solo van camping trip and tested out the "one fork /one spoon/one plate/one pot/one pan" thing - and loved it!!! Thanks Jen.👍😎🇨🇦💫

@GriotofAfrica 25 дней назад

I like to declutter and keep things simple. Helps me think clearer and get things done more efficiently...Thanks for your video and thoughts...

@walkingexercise5375 25 дней назад

Thanks for the reflective and insightful conversation! Morgan Harper Nichols has an affirmation that says " I am making room for things that heal my heart". I also been watching video here on RU-vid about self-care. For example, Diane in Denmark on some of her Friday videos called weekly planning self-care gives four self-care assignments/ideas that one can choose from for the week and in those videos she mentioned ideas like spending time in nature, creativity, new recipes, listening to music. Also Mariane Cresp mentioned in her boost your mood video about creativity and music.

@rushingwindmountain 23 дня назад

I use to be a clutter rat , now as get older I realized most of my clutter were just that, clutter. I simple gave away and sold most, moved to the mountain and started a new lifestyle, spending more time capturing and sharing the beauty of nature and enjoying what I do to the fullest.😊

@BennyC-qg6rd 24 дня назад

I use this saying all the time, and I may have used it on your videos. "Take Care of Number 1, and Don't Step in Number 2," Rodney Dangerfield.

@silentnot4812 25 дней назад

I used to have lots of books, but decided to downsize due to the availability of books online. However, electronic books can be “disappeared” or changed. Now I think it is inportant for physical books to be maintained and passed along to future generations. We have put too much trust in the “just trust me” people. Technology may turn out to be a curse.

@bthomson 24 дня назад

All of a sudden my physical books seem more valuable now! Thanks for the eye opener!

@debradawson3051 21 день назад

Thank you for this wonderful video. I subscribed to 3-4 minimalist channels for the last 6-12 months and recently unsubscribed from all of them. Like you, I have many passions: reading, gardening, baking, sewing, quilting, collage, knitting, needlework. Pursuing my interests requires quality tools, materials, space and financial investment and time. A blank space that reveals nothing about an individual gives me anxiety; a space filled with warmth, lovingly cared for,with objects that reflect the owner’s personality and interests piques my curiosity, whether it’s books, art, houseplants, antiques, travel mementos,etc. I may be a maximalist, but a discerning one or an intentional minimalist. As long as you are being true to you, no labels are needed.

@kimb884 25 дней назад

Really wise and thoughtful video. Books are my thing, too. Your video helped me understand how it’s not so crazy I have so many books. They bring me so much joy. I declutter stuff that has provides no joy. And I’m also learning to gently release friends who do not add positivity to my life.

@jacquelinedalamal 25 дней назад

Your happiness comes first!❤

@h.m.3-L 25 дней назад

Thank you so much for these life lessons. There is a lot to learn on the path of life that I Wish I had known earlier, but it’s not too late, l hope! 😊

@susanmason3432 25 дней назад

Great real life & helpful information to me. Thank you Jen

@dudswoo 24 дня назад

Jen, you are describing a thoughtful life, which I like better than the "minimalist." label. I am definitely a minimalist about people.

@wendybowman5305 19 дней назад

I learned a new word today. Bibliosmia. I love it & like you I love books. 📚 mine mean so much to me. I love your take on minimalism & it is so refreshing. All those areas of life yup especially people. I want to be with someone who is forward thinking & positive about their life. I will slowly let go of those who cannot be that. I wish them well however I need to move on. With relatives I just don’t spend lots of time with the ones that are not adding something to my life. I enjoyed the video a lot. Thanks Jen

@lynne6336 21 день назад

Thank you for sharing your perspective on minimalism! It was personal, insightful and very helpful! Thank you!❤

@hollyerickson6364 24 дня назад

I really like your take on this. The extreme "minimalism" that some people promote as owning as few objects as humanly possible, will never ever work for me. But the idea of being intentional, mindful and making conscious decisions about what deserves time/space in my life... that is wonderful. I'm with you on that. Thanks for sharing!

@cotter9751 25 дней назад

Didn’t realize it, but this is my style of minimalism. And for the things that bring me joy but have no purpose (like my collection of pig things) I put the collection in a container. So I have a pickle jar full of wee pig statues. I have a bag full of bubble wrap collected from things sent to me, I have a box of wool socks, and a dresser of yarn. This is my minimalist.

@donnas2ndhome 25 дней назад

Thank you Jen for another great video and insight. I agree that many people's definitions of minimalism will be different from others. I personally find having a lot of "stuff" adds a lot of "static and noise" to my environment when I am looking for clearing and clarity. I have zero problem decluttering things that don't serve me but I do like to keep things that as Marie Kondo would say, "bring me joy"-as long as it's not looking cluttered and claustrophobic to me. I like books, but I do clear out ones that don't have some personal meaning to me after awhile. I do have a few I have kept for many years. Funny enough, the book that I have owned the longest is a book by Elaine St. James called, "Living The Simple Life" (1996) which I happen to be about 80% through re-reading 😂. We may have different views on book collections, but I stand united with you on kitchen implements 🤣 and it's all 100% okay because we are bringing ourselves happiness through what minimalism means to us.

@cherylp7841 25 дней назад

Thanks! I just downloaded the book after your recommendation. I liked the reviews a lot! ❤

@donnas2ndhome 25 дней назад

@@cherylp7841 WOW! I hope you like it. Please remember that the book was written in the mid 90s and some things she is talking about decluttering are a bit outdated now but you can still apply the principles❤️

@AmandaJYoungs 24 дня назад

You've probably already heard of this quotation from William Morris: “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” This is my kind of minimalism. Is this useful to me? Do I believe it's beautiful? Fine, I'll keep it. Otherwise, it goes! There is so much here in this video that I agree with. I like this channel very much. Thank you, Jen.

@AmandaJYoungs 24 дня назад

Don't even let me get started about books. I'm still sulking because I will never be able to read ALL the books, and I must have discovered that shortly after I started to read independently.

@cato1684 5 дней назад

I love that quote, it is one to live by

@pattygarcia7084 5 дней назад

All the things you said are completely true. Thanks for your words.

@shawneeb3771 25 дней назад

I love the Japanese way of decluttering, hold the object you own and if it dose not bring you great joy you throw it away or give it away. This is put in the easiest way but there is so much more to this idea.

@AZHITW 25 дней назад

I have a rock, it has a hole in it, you can hang it from a rope, it is the size of a softball, I call it my weather rock, I've hauled that rock around for 50 years, it came from a creek that ran in front of my childhood home, I hold the rock and it brings me great joy, I'm keeping it. LOL!

@Brenda-m4g 23 дня назад

Yup, there are a lot of crappy people who can worm their way in if not curated carefully. Thanks for the reminder.

@CashBudgetRetiree 25 дней назад

❤ Hi Jen! ❤ Minimalism? Ahh, the infamous desire to control. 3:40 "Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things that bring you joy and the removal of those that do not." ~ Joshua Becker, Becoming Minimalist.

@Vineyardedge 25 дней назад

❤Thank you for another great video! Thank you for the wise words. I have a mindset of abundance and my photo is on the definition page for pack rat. 😂 I have some great books! 🎉

@JackieWolven 25 дней назад

Oh yep. It’s a mindset. It’s absolutely about curation.

@audreyandrea460 6 дней назад

I live alone and only have one frying pan! I have 3 pots and 1 casserole dish and use them all regularly. Agree about the sliding scale.

@DestinationRetirement 24 дня назад

I sold my 2,000 sf house and built a 550sf house! I don’t miss a darn thing and all my books fit! The end goal being my move to Mexico. Great video as always.

@user-mz5er4bq8g 25 дней назад

Thank you for helping me understand myself better !

@silverandsolo 25 дней назад

You are so welcome!

@SunshineAhead-SA 23 дня назад

Silver and Solo, I'm subscribed and you are now officially a part of my minimalist world! Thank you for a great video! =)

@deselygolightly6554 23 дня назад

When I was younger my dream was to always own a second hand book shop just so I could smell books all day...

@glendagai 8 дней назад

I am just going to say Amen….. Thank you. Books, Books, Books. I get you Jen.

@susiemartin6497 24 дня назад

Ahhh wuthering heights!@... Oh your comments about draining friendships resonate so deeply here!! And I have definitely been pulling away from those.. Time is short and generally speaking.It's important to have relationships that edify

@trumax33 22 дня назад

My keywords in my life concerning my belongings: individuality, curation & minimal-ish.

@KathyDuncan9 25 дней назад

Great video! Books and art supplies are my joy. I'm currently in the process of purging my closets and drawers. It feels wonderful to release that which no longer serves me.

@andrea_can_2 21 день назад

I just found your channel and living solo is the best! What you said about the negative person not adding anything to your life really resonated with me. I had a similar situation and even when I told her that her negativity was harming me, all she could focus on was how unloading on me was helping her. Needless to say, we are no longer friends and I feel so much lighter now.

@darlingd01 23 дня назад

I love books also, and have been learning ways to make my bookshelf, look like a work of art. I like to find ways to have items like book, but displaying with beauty that inspires. I like to hear your perspective. I agree with your approach to minimalism. Enjoy the day!

@maggiea6766 21 день назад

Ah books, smell, look, feel. Yes

@AlisonGreenValleyCrone 25 дней назад

Ooo like this. I’ve been getting more and more intentional with everything, everybody and every bit of time in my life. I’m in my sixties so aware of ‘end date’ and I really wish to make the most of time left on this earth, make the right decisions for me. Thank you

@anneclements2473 25 дней назад

I was just about to set to and sort out some stuff for a jumble sale. Now I feel much better about it! A good set of questions to ask of each item. Not sure I’ll be very good at doing the same with people though. Too much of a pleaser. Still start small with things and practise.

@JoBlackwell-MidlifeAndBeyond 24 дня назад

Books and jewellery- I’m with you there, Jen!

@TinyBarnFarm 23 дня назад

Thank you Jen for this. I'm also a Jen! Lol. I agree, just being conscious of your decisions is a step in the direction of a more calm and contemplative life, which opens up creativity and space between things. I love your channel.

@susanphend2189 25 дней назад

Excellent video, Jen! I’m currently struggling with possessions and not enjoying them for various reasons. Your words are so helpful. Thank you!

@NOT-WOKE-007 24 дня назад

I love going through my closet, bagging up things I just don’t need anymore. It feels good to donate to Goodwill. I need to do that more often. Have a great week Jen!

@jasminaboulanger7525 23 дня назад

Such an intelligent approach. Especially about books - they are my friends and it’s hard to let any of them go.😊

@mollieanne 25 дней назад

I am grateful my husband and I have the same taste and he does not have a collection of anything lol I pretty much have a cottage core look in our home. It was not intentional, but just ended up this way. I am an artist and appreciate original works of art from other artists too. So our home is mostly of art and items from our parents who are not here anymore. But not a lot of things, just meaningful items to us.

@karenbenedict4480 18 дней назад

Also, I have books in every room and I’m definitely not letting any of them go. I have always loved books. Other things I’m learning to let go of, but books do smell lovely.

@CarolFox-ut2fg 23 дня назад

I loved it especially about the way to view relationships in our lives. It resonated with me. Very wise. Thank you.

@dustbun2i5 22 дня назад

Well said!! I agree. Thank you Jen

@Pippip_2009 23 дня назад

Thank you for a meaningful video. I (woman, 57) recognize a lot of myself in what you are saying. Going through a decluttering of my home, your kind of minimalism is close to what I am striving for. By the way, you actually can buy a microwave that lasts for 30 years. I got mine in 1993 and it is still working perfectly fine.

@kathleenhill5838 25 дней назад

Thanks for your insight on this subject. Have a great day 🎉

@callmecubby 22 дня назад

Speaking of books, I’d love to see some of your collection in a video one day!

@Thatorganicmom 24 дня назад

I’m not sure why RU-vid suggested one of your videos to me maybe because we’re close to the same age… But I really like your content and, for some reason, I have binge watched most of your videos today. 😂 Good job. 🎉🎉

@dianesimmons9199 25 дней назад

Love your insights Jen👍

@kaceykelly7222 24 дня назад

I absolutely LOVE this episode! Especially when you talked about removing a negative person from your life (we can do that??) All of us either fondly related or gratefully learned something from what you shared. For me, it was both. ❤ Thanks!

@janetpotter2365 25 дней назад

Thank you, I needed this today.

@Harry-fk5of 24 дня назад

My place is pretty minimal. I have all of the things I want around me, but it's not cluttered. The strange thing is when I have my washing hanging up over chairs and a pile of books and papers on the table, I feel more relaxed. It's like I can see that a human (me) is existing and living in the space, proof that I'm here. Giving myself a quieter life, with fewer people in my orbit has given me more peace of mind than anything else.

@ChantillyWhite 24 дня назад

I'm a happy maximalist, LOL, but I think your minimalist definition (pretty much) works for me, as well--because everything I have brings me joy. I'm sitting at my kitchen table right now, looking over my very full family room, and can honestly say that every single thing in it (except the God-awful, ugly brown couch I got coerced into purchasing when our last one finally broke down after 15 years and will be replacing as soon as $$$ permits) brings me great joy, sparks wonderful memories, and has been curated over a lifetime. Everyone in my family is engaged in at least one type of artwork or another, so we have photographs, drawings, and paintings on the walls and in frames on flat surfaces, crafted items and books published on shelves, knick-knacks from events and travels, and collectibles from my many passions and interests. My fridge is COVERED in magnets! :) But they're all meaningful to me. My TBR pile is towering. I have multiple full bookcases in every room, including my complete sets of Nancy Drew and Trixie Belden mysteries, which started me on my path as a reader when I was 8 and are now nearly 50 years old. I have finally, sadly, purged a great many books (to my everlasting regret, but I was out of room), but not those ones. I feel cozy, comfortable, and content, and surrounded by beauty and fun.

@carolinepierson6776 25 дней назад

Thankyou for such a thoughtful and interesting post. From my pov what you are talking about is more essentialism and mindfulness. There is the essentialism book which is quite heavily business orientated but does look at all aspects of life. I enjoy your confidence. I am only just learning to have confidence in myself. ❤

@theanniebauer 13 дней назад

Good poiint! Minimalism is about control. In psychology, it's called internal locus of control. Basically, you realize you have control, you define it, and you exercise it. You presented this really well! Thank you! (Oh, and bibliosmia. You just taught me a new word!)

@mark98011 24 дня назад

Regarding relationships… My former spouse didn’t bring joy so I had to say goodbye to that relationship. I am trying to practice minimalism regarding television watching… Political programs haven’t been sparking much joy lately, so I’m making a conscious effort to turn them off. Thanks for this episode… PS: Gentle Podcaster, methinks you might be a watcher of Bridgerton.

@karenphillippi403 25 дней назад

Your best video yet!🎉🎉 What a huge light bulb moment for me when you said it was control! And choosing! And I'm with you 100⁰% with books! 👍 Thanks

@candeemartini9464 25 дней назад

Awesome!! Thank You!! 😊

@2000konnie 24 дня назад

I kind of think minimalism is in the eye of the beholder. I'm very mindful of what I buy, and where it's going to wind up. That wasn't always the case. So true about being around negative people - if you don't have to. Even if they are really nice, I avoid the ones that only want to talk about "gloom and doom", and I also don't want to hear about all of their medical issues in excruciating detail (unless there is context for such information). On a social basis, I prefer escapism such as discussing movies, TV series, music, etc. So, I'm a minimalist in people that I have a choice to be around or not. :) Thanks for another thoughtful video.

@RitaCwise День назад

Like your definition of minimalist.

@lisamonalisahikes 25 дней назад

I’m just like you, I have things I use and love. Like you I like to buy from local artisans while traveling 😊 Great video!

@silverandsolo 25 дней назад

Thanks so much! 😊

@fourdayhomestead2839 25 дней назад

😊 I am recently a true minimalist (I didn't realize it when I started saying no). The yes made more sense to me.

@maryc1952 24 дня назад

You make a lot of good points. For myself, as far as books and how many, I would say my limit would be determined by the amount of space i have for them. For me, it becomes clutter, when they end up in piles on the floor or on every surface. So, I like the "a place for everything and everything in it's place" approach. The same goes for clothes. I am still working on the best capsule wardrobe for me considering my current needs. But whatever I have has to fit in the space I have. When you live in a small space, you have to make choices. The same should apply to larger spaces as well.

@paulahastings7865 24 дня назад

Have gotten rid of lots of excess stuff. It's a constant battle. Found a cute idea "Cozy minimalist"

@ennasus5964 25 дней назад

This is the first time I hear someone with this perspective. Food for thought. I tend to agree with you. 🙂

@GoingGreenMom 10 дней назад

I'm a visual clutterbug. If something is out of sight, it might as well not exist. But I try to just have what we need, use, and love.

@cato1684 5 дней назад

I love this video. I am not a minimalist because I love stuff. Pretty stuff, but I do like this version of minimalism.

@stephie_10milehike 24 дня назад

Ahem, Wuthering Heights from college? Finallally *completely* fell apart about 5 years ago (heartbroken 😂)...another copy (or two), also falling apart haha! Favourite book ever - and it's not just the story, it's the book and all the memories of where it's been with me, where and when I read it, who I was with... And, I firmly believe if it (whatever 'it' might be) doesn't bring me joy, I don't need it. William Morris was 100% right.

@070707SAM 23 дня назад

This is such an awesome video! I needed to hear this today. Thank you. I am on the road to becoming a minimalist.

@michaelduke4500 25 дней назад

Sometimes you need to take the trash out, look at your area(s), and go, WOW, I can breathe now. Be it persons or things. Great info Jen, and I am with you on the books. Books are like brain candy to me; that was why I was in the printing and publishing industry for so long when it was a craft career.

@joniyouse3488 25 дней назад

Recently went through some water damage, and really needed to hear this today!!! Thank you.

@veralubov7405 21 день назад

Hello Jen, a couple of days ago, I came across your channel and realized that a lot of things resonate with me, so I have subscribed. Yes, I am also an introvert, loving QUALITY in everything and everyone, books that still have meaning to me, even those that I bought at the adolescence stage (which was a long while ago), cards and gifts dear to my heart, no matter how old they are. I can wear some clothes for 30 (!) years since they are perfectly clean (I am quite an accurate person), still are comfortable and look beautiful. Cooking is my passion, especially after moving to a keto diet, as a result, I need a bit more kitchen stuff than before, and I simply LOVE it! I make very careful choices about things and people; apparently, I can also be called a minimalist😊. Thanks for your thoughts!