I Stopped Wasting Money and Something Unexpected Happened ✨ 

Biggest unexpected benefit of gong low buy for me was realizing how little amount of cash is really needed. That gave me the nudge to go freelance. Being able to choose clients and projects and move away from poor, situational corporate ethics has had a massive positive impact for 2021.

I’m 21 and I realised this year that if I don’t buy new clothes or shoes every other month, I did not die... I was shocked. My friends didn’t leave me, my self esteem did not fall. Not spending gave me more self- worth than all my stuff combined.

I love that you decided that eating out with your husband was a good thing to keep doing because of the bond time between the two of you. I’ve been getting rid of things and simplifying my life and you have really helped me realize that there are no rules! I couldn’t figure out how to do it before because there were so many “rules.” I have now minimalized and slowed my life down in ways that still allow for things I love, like bonding with my family. ❤️

... and dining out doesn't clutter the house!

*“Have nothing in your homes that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” - William Morris*

Not working this year made me go on a low buy. It was hard, and it’s still hard, but I am finally investing in things I’ve always wanted to do like get my teeth fixed, and visit a dermatologist. I finally have almost enough to pay for these pricier things from avoiding buying so many small things over time. In a way it really helped me

I work as a housewife which means that I don't earn any money. My husband works a lot, so I'd feel guilty if I spent too much money. I've always thought that I'm lucky for not to have a salary: so I can't fall in the tentation of buying too much

The one phrase I remind myself of is: "You don't own things, things own you." It goes way beyond the actual cost of buying the item - the item always weighs on your mind or consumes your time to just maintain it. Indeed, we don't need much to reach happiness. Make sure that anything you buy is something that WILL be consistently used, and is ENTIRELY necessary. Failure to do this means you sacrifice your life energy (or money) for things that do not actually add value to your life ultimately. Congrats on your progress!

I like how your content de-stresses me and costs me virtually nothing. Merry Christmas

I started to declutter from room to room,drawer to drawer and I donated so much.We accumulate so much thru the years.Today I live so free,no clutter.I save money and enjoy the stuff I still have…. Enjoying the small stuff.Thank you Sophie.

Once you stop wasting money on unnecessary things, you get to invest/spend it somewhere else that will benefit you more or give you more pleasure. Buying things can give you an instant rush of joy, but it does not last very long. Buying something that you do need or will benefit you continually will always be there to remind you of what a good decision that was. Good vid :)

You look radiant. I absolutely love this blouse you wear. It suits you so well and is so elegant. I hope to find something similar. Thank you so much for the video x

Money spending addiction is probably one of the biggest issue for most people I think :( For my part I reverse that into a money savings challenge with as little as a single dollar up to five (5) dollars on certain currencies and over the year I saw big changes :) I make a commitment that if I can not do it with a huge amount of savings maybe I can do it small but consistency throughout the year and it works quite well for me...hehe :)

I did a low buy challenge this year for clothes. I've bought 10 pieces this year and I'm so pleased with that. Definitely continuing my low buy in 2022. I might add some more categories too! ☺

I think money should be spent on experience!! Whatever that looks like for each individual❤️ Travel , food , … Love your channel 😊

Thank you for saying "low buy year" instead of "no buy year". Good tips.

I'm so glad you mentioned that minimalism is ultimately about understanding the things that bring you joy. I 100% support your budget for eating out on that note! How have you handled unwanted gifts from family/friends? For example, I shared with family my journey in minimalism, and not wanting/needing gifts, but still end up getting gifts that I'd donate

just popped into my feed. So glad to see more young people learning to be more intentional, even if just starting with money. Next move outside of yourself, restrict travel for infection control and environment, when planting a tree in the yard ask what all it can do for you(shade, shape, food) same for ornamentals, vehicles, housing, entertainment but make the focus not be money but how each of these choices make you feel. When you get much older and life pivots you will be much more prepared, but it isn't really about the money.

I started intentional living since the end of 2019 and felt the quality of life and relationship with people/family all have been improved. I spend less money on buying stuff and clothings but would rather spend some money on buying experiences and services. I’m happy that I have joined the intentional living community. 😁

Please continue to encourage us to be minimalists & reduce spending on unnecessary things. I absolutely...LOVE your shorter videos as well. Thank you for sharing!!! 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

Love that you’re able to focus on what matters to you along with your husband. Personally, 2020 started a massive shift in terms of not wasting money and something beautiful happened as well. Increased my savings 10x and invested in a condo. Wishing everyone a beautiful 2022 starting now. Blessings ❤️

I did a few no buy months last year but i actually started embracing that concept back in 2020 😄 It helped me to have a mindset shift in which i realized i do not need so many things and even if you're not making frequent impulse buys, your house can still accumulate clutter. So i decided to sell my preloved items and during the no buy months i kept the money for my saving. It was a beautiful experience. This time around i wanna make it a No Buy Year, only spending money on what's truly necessary / replaceable items ❤

I've done numerous low buy months in the past but would like to do a no buy year too, I think this is my sign to finally try it! ❤️

I am glad you kept room for eating out with your husband because it nourishes your being to do that and you don't do it every day so you deserve this because you most times cooking at home so I feel happy for you Sophie💜 Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful videos your beautiful spirit too Merry Christmas and a Happy healthy New year 🌲🎉

After many years of work from home, I had to spend 3-4 years going to the office. Without any office clothes to my name. So I started buying 2nd-hand and filling in blanks. Now that I'm working from home again, I realized the wardrobe situation got a little out of hand, some duplicates and some I didn't wear much. It bothered me, a LOT, that I had all these things, the most in clothes I've ever owned. Gave me anxiety like crazy. I grew up poor and sometimes hidden homeless, living on others' couches. I'm paring down again, giving the great items to the women's work donation groups and re-donating the rest. The office clothes I'm keeping I'm working into my everyday wardrobe.

I love that you talked about adjusting the "rules", as joy is vital. I think it's more about just being more conscious overall that makes a huge difference. Wishlists are so useful! Beautiful video and insight xx

Great Video Sophie !!!.

Thank you Sophie ❤

Beautiful sentiment!! Great video!!

I loved this post ! Thank you.

This is beautiful, thank you! 🤍

I declare 2020 as low buy year. I too have cluttered way too much and this add to my anxiety. Thank you for always inspiring 🌟

I love your voice, so calming✨ thank you🌸

I also made 2021 a low buy year based on your previous video. Fewer new clothes, less eating out, less going out (thanks to pandemic), less gas. Streamlining my life. My savings have grown and I have started investing more. I hope to continue in 2022. Happy holidays Sophie. I subscribed to your new channel. Can't wait.

May you have a lovely Christmas and a great start with your new channel! Thank you for this video!

You are such an inspiration. Amaziing

You’re so pretty! Love your vibe and values ☺️

Love & appreciate your content soo much Sophie 💕 💓 💗 your words are blessings to us all xxxx

I'm inspired to try this going into the new year. Thank you. 😊

Sophie, Merry Christmas!

I love this! Thank you for sharing.

Gotta love this video. I get that living below that means is very important. Decided to save away for later years. Unfortunately, our society is so wildly obsessed with living way way way way above that means!! Our society has it all wrong - sadly to say. Living below that means is the only way to go!!

So wonderful blessings 🙌

You're beaming in this video! Congratulations on such a beautiful accomplishment. Thank you as always for sharing your story ✌

you're an inspiration to have a peaceful life .... Thank you

I also accumulated too much stuff - clothes, make-up, shoes... Always getting bargains and buying because it was cheap - I LOVE a good bargain. Most times I would feel guilty after I bought something; and there was also the stress of keeping it organized, arranging space... It started to get too stressful. I read somewhere that when you're getting rid of things you don't use/need, pick up the thing you're thinking of getting rid of and see how it makes you feel, or the first memory that comes to mind. If it's negative energy, definitely get rid of it. It works!!! These days when I do go to shops and see something I like, I stop and think if I really need it, do I really like it - and like it ON me, and if yes can I wait and get it some other time and maybe forget about it eventually. I do the same with eating out - do I really feel like having a coffee, or eat out... If yes, then definitely do it. Stop and think before spending money. Like you say, you feel proud of yourself, and much less anxious :)

i learned something for myself this video..thank you and wish you always good heathy and happpy

Beautiful transparency Sophie! You are helping so many here! Much love & respect 💞

Wow such a well made video with images that convey your storytelling 👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Thank you for uploading this inspiring video 👍

Intruding tonnes more resourceful this year..and save...and to massively declutter..I love your video..thankyou.xxx

Thank you for this Sophie. Always looking forward to your new videos every week as it has given me a new perspective in life and for 2022. Also, done subscribing to your new channel and excited for your upcoming personal videos. Merry Christmas to you and your family. ☺️

I am also grateful for people who share everything and anything. RU-vid has been the ho to learn about just about anything. Thank you.

Beautiful video and message. Thank you!

Your always one of the influencers I look forward to watch. ❤️

Love this idea of decluttering and reducing my spending! Especially after Christmas holiday, I see the sheer amount of stuff we’ve acquired over the years and it’s very smothering and stressful 😆 time for a change! Just subscribed to both of your channels 💕

Thank you for such an eye opening video💕

Thank you for all videos you make and your ideas are just inspiring and soothing voice makes my day!))) Love you 💓

I can definitely relate to you on detachment. Not being attached to a thing gives me the freedom to explore beyond the materialism world. Merry Christmas! Live joyfully :)

Watching you after a really tiring day is one of the luxury things for me, thank you Sophie❤️

Amazing story. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks for Sharing your story. Happy Holidays!!!

Merry Christmas to you.. always love your videos

I found your personal channel today. I was so happy to find it as I wanted to know what books inspire you. This is great:)

My spending habits have shifted to a more frugal perspective in 2021. It is interesting to see that one doesn’t necessarily need to purchase everything they desire. Your channel has helped me adopt a minimalistic attitude in several aspects of my life, in the which case I am grateful fir you. I look forward to your new channel and hope you will share some of your philosophical ideas in your commentary. Also at 1:00 the black dress looks great on you.

Your videos are so inspiring to me

Your voice is so calming and your choice of background music is very nice. Thanks for sharing your experience and the beautiful landscape.

Happy holiday! 🤶🎅

Love this and needed this video so badly! Thank you

I’m 21 and I needed to hear this so badly

I just have to say how your video is so similar to my journey, I agree with you 100% My life has changed since I started minimalism. I have a much grown bank account , peace, and everything I have I appreciate and use…. Love your channel xo

Yeahhh! You Go girl. Follow your heart and soul! ✨🙏🏻👌🇱🇺

Happy new year and all the best for 2022 ! 1 of the things you just mentioned was being able to get up and move whenever you want. After getting divorced 2 years ago I was left with a very small amount of things I own. Now after having spend almost 7 years in the US I have decided to move back to europe, and planning ahead I found the move shouldn't be too difficult since I kept my life very basic over the last 2 years. Also never have been a big spender has allowed me to prepare finanically. All the best with the new channel, I'll be sure to check it out.

I did it with you, Sophie. I can’t believe it’s already 300k! You deserve it, really. It’s impossible to imagine you as overly materialistic, but it’s probably why you‘re such a good teacher about all this. Great timing for your new channel. I did the capsule wardrobe with you, and I love it. I also saw my wardrobe transform. I have never experienced having so much ease with being able to dash out of the house, or pack to travel for any reason. We also eat out very deliberately, but only when we are out and about anyway. That’s something that I implemented a while ago. It’s very freeing to not waste money because society expects you to. Happy Holidays, thank you for everything this year!

You’re so inspiring. Love watching you.

I Love your videos. They are so special like your style of living

Your voice is so soothing. Love your videos.

I’m so excited for your new channel! More videos from Sophie, YAYYY!

Love love love video. You hit a cord bc you sounded like I did in the past, bought everything in sight and didn’t realize how much stuff I got until I was about to sell my home. I’m happier, feel much lighter yet have less sh*t. All is good bc I hv a lot more money now…💋💋💋

Love all the videos here and can't wait for your new channel!

Much love to you Sophie looking forward to your new channel. Have a wonderful holiday season!

Happy New Year! 🎉

Hello 👋 A great channel and a wonderful woman 👌 Very interesting and helpful tips 🥇

Your videos are a gift! Love them so much 🥺💞

Congratulations! I always look forward to your videos and now I have two channels yay!! 🙏🏼❤️

You look so happy Sophie & it's good to see. Wishing you & your husband a very Merry Christmas ftom Wales x

Beautifully put Sophie. Thank you for sharing your message and for making the world a better place. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🥳.

so excited about your new channel!!!!!!! Your videos really help me a lot, thank you so much for making them!

Nice video with a nice message. Happy holidays to you and your loved ones Sophie 🥰🎄

Happy Christmas see you over there on your new channel x

Great video and mind set / life style changes. What makes it even more challenging is having children to support / expenses.

Happy holiday and thanks for all the great content in 2020. it really helped me questioning some things.

Your videos are so therapeutic!!! 🪴

Great video & wishing much success & all the best , very proud of you 👍 😘

Happy holidays Sophie! So glad you are starting a new channel! Looking forward to watching the videos on that channel as well 🥰

Amazing and inspiring content Sophie. I always make sure to watch your RU-vid videos everyday

Such a lovely surprise. Thank you for always sharing your positive energy!

I love eating out. I wouldn't change that for no one. We have to do whatever makes us happy. It's never a one size fits all. I spend very little on clothing, so this frees up money for the things I love. Another great video.

I’m so happy to see your channel grow! Wishing you more success in 2022 💖

i really needed this, i have a bad habit with unmindful sending :( love the tips