Thank you for the reminder Eileen! Its easy to buy stuff but moderation is really to choose which stuff is really sparking joy instead of running after one item after the other❤
Right on time, Eileen. Extremism is my problem too. Moderation is very hard for me . For starters i decided to do a no-buy-year . I will use everything i have first. Financial freedom is my first priority now. Please do some videos on that, Eileen!
I am working hard to use what I have and what I buy and keep. This decision actually shifted my purchases. I began to return perfectly fine items because I already have similar items or I don’t use them. It was difficult at first to let go of these beautiful things. So far I have no regret yet, don’t miss the things I returned. I also feel good using the items I decided to keep. I have 2 house repair projects next year. Financially I must choose between consumer spending and replace roof and sheds. My fingers are crossed for a no buy 2024 (my last consumer spending was 8/31).
When i was a kid, teenager and even in my early working life, i used to be very hard on myself. I told myself i must do well in my studies, work and always comparing with someone else be it my classmate or colleague. Then i felt so unhappy and always so miserable. Now after embarking working life for so long, i learn to let go and i am so much happier now. I just do my best in whatever that i am doing and telling myself i can't control how others feel about me. I am also glad that i took up exercise such as running, gym to distress and i am much happier now. Yes, we need moderation in life rather than be one or the other. Thanks for sharing 😍
I enjoyed the video! What you said really resonated with me, especially your love of books. I love reading books and holding a actual book in my hands and turning the pages is so gratifying, I even love buying different kinds of book marks.😅Reading is so relaxing and fun and one of my most favorite things to do! Thanks for sharing.😊💙📚
I also have type A personality and always go to the extreme. When I buy a nice handbag, I find myself more eager to buy the next one, even more eager than before that recent purchase. I think that’s an inclination to shop to an extreme. Now, I set a quota / budget for clothes, handbags, shoes, etc.
I like what you said. Moderation - think of yin & yang. I love books - the physical ones that are on my book shelves. I donate and recycle some though. I tend to read books digitally now especially old ones that are free on line. I have started decluttered my house one small place at a time. I feel wonderful with a serene house. I find joy instead of grief letting go of somethings.... Thank you for sharing your experiences that may help others.
I’m at the stage of my life where I feel so overwhelmed, and I want to do minimalist but I don’t want to exclude all of my favorite. I’m glad I found your video. Thank you!
Being a fellow type A, I could relate to a lot of what you said. I’m at a time in my life where I’m approaching semi retirement and going to be giving up my high stress job for something more enjoyable and more on my terms. I’m asking myself a lot of questions about who I want to be, how I will live a bit more frugally. I love your digital illustrations, they’re beautiful.
I'm late but this is a good video. I could never give up my book, I grew up with a library in my home so books are important to me. They are the fount of knowledge and looking through them or reading them is a luxury for me.
One thing I miss about university is the massive and quiet library. I used to sit in there for hours at a time. There are some local libraries near my house but most of them host a lot of activities so they aren't the quietest xx
Thanks, Eileen! I struggle with buying things when I already own enough and sometimes pass on items I know I'd enjoy for this reason. I wrote down the tips you said about being responsible, having space, using/enjoying and is the item worth the money. These are good guidelines that I appreciate. :)
Enjoyed this post very much Eileen! Your ability to dig deep and be honest about yourself and what you truly value is a true gift. I wish I had been as young as you are to realize what was truly important to me. I had complete burnout as you did but spent decades doing things and "wanting things" that weren't making my heart happy. I am in the moderation space as you are now - in all areas of my life - and it feels great!!
Dear Eileen, Your lovely video hit home in so many ways.. I'm starting to see learning to be moderate is actually quite an important part of growing up. If only I'd learned this before reaching 50😂. Take care! Carolina
This really resonates with me especially the book part. I’ve always felt bad about collecting any books because I always see minimalist and clutter free bookshelves, but in reality, I would love a “Belle, from beauty and the beast, library ladder moment!”😂 I would be interested to see your book collection and maybe some recommendations.
Very inspiring! I have a tendency of over-doing it because I’m bored but thanks to you, I am now going to do things with intention rather than boredom Love your channel!
Thank You for Being Here for all of us, too. There's a thought about doing Less. Time is like a Treasure, it's very Valuable bc you are only granted a certain amount of it. Chosing to turn out Quality instead of Quantity is a way of Appreciating the Treasure of Time you've been given. Think about your Jewelry Collection. You chose each piece carefully keeping the Quantity Limited to Selected Valued Pieces so that you could Enjoy using each piece often. When you make a Video for us, you are Producing a Valued Piece of Artful Wisdom to Share with us. Not Quantity but QUALITY. You show Respect & Honor to your Subscribers to give us "Only the Best". I feel Valued so I pay Attention to what you say & how I can Apply it. It makes me a Better Person when I contemplate on Good Things, offered by someone like you, Eileen, who takes the Time to offer me Words of Wisdom not a Quantity of just Words or Displays of Greed! It's not only Refreshing but Valuable to Me. 🌷😊🇺🇲
I like that you are talking about a balance. I watch these videos and see pictures and love it but then I can not put it into practice for a number of reasons. I have been decluttering a lot. In some cases I am decluttering and replacing with better quality and I beat myself up for that. But its quality and it will last. I don't impulse buy anymore and that is huge for me. If I still want something in a month I am generally pretty safe. I have a long way to go still but I am on the right path I think
I find that once you live a minimalist lifestyle it becomes automatic. I purchase only what I love and if I don't use it after a couple of weeks I don't need it and I'll return it. This way I don't over buy and everything I have I use and love and it makes sense. Also I practice one and done by buying what I love and the best I can afford so I don't rebuy and incur excess cost and waste. Thanks for sharing.
I did that but made so many mistakes in attempting to declutter then I gave away important items I could have sold and in donating I wasn’t observing carefully what I was giving away
Extreme ideas are always dangerous! Whether it's minimalism or maximalism in anything. I do consider myself being a rationalist and this idea is driven by the moderation and keeping that middle ground. So, no stress here.
OMG I resonated with it. I used to work like that until I had nervous break down. I ruined completely my life. I cant cope anymore with life. I stared spend money like crazy until I ended up in debts. Before I saved so much moneys now I lost everything. That is all.
It's really so much better to watch your videos as compared to the MIM channel. After a few years, the contents are the same except that woman has now ventured into watches and more watches. I happen to look at a thumbnail today after years of not watching
I love all your videos.❤I learn every time more. Thank you, keep on doing these videos.❤ can you pkse do an indepth video of how you start and build your current wardrobe. ❤
Instead of buying fashion stuff .. A good investment would be the services of a good therapist.... There is ( or are ) reason you react as you do ... Do it for your husband and child .who should be your priorities.
