Mistakes I Made As A Beginner Minimalist

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Today I'm talking about all the mistakes I made as a beginner minimalist. I often dive into new interests headfirst, which also can mean you fall flat on your face every once in a while. These are some of the things I wish I knew about minimalism before I started decluttering, and before I decided to embrace minimalism as a lifestyle.
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@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Last video of 2020! Taking a short little upload/social media break until 2021. Wishing everyone a happy and safe new year! Xo thank you for being with me along the way this year ❤️ And ps - The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: skl.sh/styleapotheca12202 🥰

@dg8275 3 года назад

Happy Christmas. Enjoy your break. And thank you for your content.

@gerlindelang 3 года назад

merry xmas!

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

@@dg8275 merry Christmas and happy new year!

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

@@gerlindelang merry Christmas!!

@thrivingandbeyond3541 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this video! I'm embarking on a 'journey' for 2021, and your content has been inspiring!! I don't know what it will look like exactly (I have a 10K savings goal), how it will all unfold, and that is A-OK. It is exciting to anticipate what internal changes come about as I work on the external life I've been living. Thank you again! Happy Happy Holidays, and enjoy your vacation!

@DaintyMercury 3 года назад

After decluttering for almost 2 years now ! I realized it could get so addicting !

@kdvytdgui.ghuecysgupv 3 года назад

I agree. I remember 4 years ago when I started I would go around and declutter every weekend because it made me feel good. It was an activity that was only mine and time for myself and making peace with my space. Now it's the second cycle and I have less things to declutter (mostly gifts, hand-me-downs and straight up trash I thought I would repurpose) and I still feel like I am addicted

@ashleyanastasia7779 3 года назад

I've been a minimalist for 4.5 years. Here are my biggest mistakes that I can think of... 1.) Decluttering my fantasy self: I decluttered my "field biologist" blouse only to be asked to do some field biology shortly after that. It's okay to store hobby stuff for when you have a chance to do it, and you don't have to get rid of every single weird/cool/unique thing you own to be a minimalist. 2.) You still have to budget. If you don't tell your money to go into savings or debt repayment, your partner will buy more stuff for your house, your mom will pressure you into a vacation, you'll never realize that you're way overpaying for your car insurance, you'll get charged bogus fees, and you'll have nothing to show for your no buy year. 3.) Not buying any skincare items. Skincare is healthcare for me, and it's unreasonable to not take care of your health because of a minimalist ideal.

@ChristysChannelYall 3 года назад

So, I’ve learned that if I make it hard on myself to get rid of things that I am decluttering I am more aware of what I bring in. What I mean is, if for example, I try to sell an item instead of just taking it to the local Goodwill or throwing it in the trash, that takes effort, which makes me more thoughtful of what I am thinking of bringing in because if I decide that I don’t like the new item then I have to try to sell that item too.

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

That’s a great method!

@kingcrimson1204 3 года назад

Me too 😂 I've got a big pile on the couch waiting for ebay 🤷🏻‍♀️

@SElyas96 3 года назад

Yessss, I’ve committed to using all the unnecessary ingredients in my kitchen rather than just throwing them out or donating, now when i go shopping I’m really careful about what I buy and how much I buy,

@robynwells8249 3 года назад

I grew up with parents who were just post depression era. My dad, who was also a career military person questioned the whole declutter concept. My dad felt this was an entitled way of being. He used what he had and when it was unusable he then repaired it or replaced it. I fell off that track, but I’m now back on it. I use things/wear things until they wear out, even things I don’t like. This concept alone has stopped my shopping habit. I know if I buy it I’m stuck with it.

@swicheroo1 3 года назад

I think Covid taught me that it's awesome to have stuff. I went into my garage and found a dozen N95 masks that were used by my work crew--just once--when I bought my house. I found seeds that were given to me. I found a bicycle and all the accessories for it. I found paint and refreshed my bathroom. I've not once had to buy anything from Amazon. And I don't buy cloths to wash my car or clean my surfaces or shine my shoes. I cut up my old clothes and turn them into rags.

@gwenj5419 3 года назад

It worked for that generation because they didn't buy very much either. You can keep things and use things up but not if you buy new stuff constantly.

@carlijnterpstra 3 года назад

Less stuff makes me happy, but in my declutter-rage... I threw stuff away that I actually used. So I declutter now like you mention in the video, and it works great!

@milami3744 3 года назад

I like minimalism as a tool to make my life easier, but I am not a minimalist. I don’t like the label because if you state to be something people always come and say that you’re not.. so I am not trying, I still like the concept though and I live by its standards (most of the time) 🙂 this is what I learned since I started in 2018 🤗

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Haha that is very true. intentional living is it then! 🥰❤️

@adrianavaca4469 3 года назад

i've been working on my eco-minimalism journey for a few years now and one of the ways i make mistakes is not speaking up and saying "no." this includes getting freebies randomly handed to you or when i get some useless object after donating blood as my "reward." then i'm the one that needs to find a way to responsibly dispose of the item i didn't even want :( something i'm planning to stand my ground on going forward!

@BetwixtDandD 3 года назад

I take freebies ONLY if it's something I know I will use.

@myhauntingromance 3 года назад

I really love this list. I want to balance my line of loving stuff (like my books and geekery merch) and wanting to have a more minimal approach. I guess I just want the cliche of having every single item in my possession either be useful or bring me genuine joy

@kathleenbarron7654 3 года назад

I agree, intentionality is my my current life philosophy. I’m continually tweaking my stuff, but that’s me. I started about 9 mos before you, Christine. Cost: it makes no sense to get rid of a solid wood heirloom piece of furniture for a sexy, minimalist IKEA piece. Even thought I love Ikea. Regarding the black/gray T-shirt look-I’ve been married 36 yrs, and when my husband wears the same thing year after year, I get so bored looking at him, even if I chose that perfect fitting button down oxford cloth shirt! Those guys have great content, but boring clothes!

@josseemacinnis1778 3 года назад

There’s no way to truly and deeply understand something until you’ve made a few mistakes :) I’ve done many of the things you described in this video, and I am grateful for these lessons because there has been a fundamental shift in my thinking and value system that allows me to make better decisions going forward! Thanks for your content!

@jennifersmith6773 3 года назад

I’m new to minimalism and love your raw content. So relatable.

@laurendefrank7380 3 года назад

Preach girl! I love this list. I am not a minimalist but I applaud you for becoming one. I am currently on my debt free journey too. I love your content and message. I look forward to your new videos in 2021! Merry Christmas 🎄

@swamp7child 3 года назад

This was amazing and so helpful. Not at all the tips I expected and all the tips I needed to hear!!

@amuthita9170 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing. It’s nice to hear someone has gone through the same experience that I am . Very assuring.

@kt334 3 года назад

Great video, as someone who started the journey of minimalism this past summer, I can relate to a lot of things in these videos. Only now am I starting to calm down and focus less on the "stuff" and more on the "time". I have stopped doing obsessive, day-long decluttering that I used to do every weekend. I agree that minimalism is a process and a habit, decluttering takes time and you don't have to do it all at once.

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

LOVE that! Time is definitely something we get back when the “stuff” focus shifts ❤️

@kiki-oh7hi 3 года назад

So needed. Thank you!!

@einatepstain6010 3 года назад

I learned that there are stuff (Like notebooks and nice boxes ) I love to have and make me happy even if I dont use them..its ok to keep them..other stuff I declotter without thinking about it. I also learned that there is always an option to give the things I dont want to friends. They are happy and it makes me happy too

@AlexBrown-xq6yc 3 года назад

Great tips, thank you! Have been decluttering gradually this year while in isolation and your tips on approaching minimalism have been very valuable in the process ;)

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Love that!!

@NkuliMamabolo 3 года назад

Loved this video ..you spoke so much truth. Minimalism doesn’t look the same for everyone,I’m on this journey as well and still trying to figure it out without being stressed about it cuz then it defeats the whole purpose.

@lindacaffalette8927 3 года назад

I totally agree with you about the slow method of a closet declutter. As a collector of fashion I currently filled 3+ closets over a long period of time ( many years), however I do eliminate items, but not in large quantities. A big portion of my wardrobe has originated from my position as a fragrance sales associate at a popular department store where black was my daily uniform. As a result I have a huge collection of black items & feel that some day when our lifestyle gets back to normal I will wear them! Will that be a reality or just my personal fantasy??? Thanks for sharing! 💟💜💟💜💟

@carmenramos2953 3 года назад

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing.

@ChapterandConverse 3 года назад

I appreciate that you said that decluttering takes time...to go slow...and that you can still have things (I can keep all my books!) and have a minimalist mindset. Agree there's a lot of pressure out there with the small wardrobe and the whole "getting rid of all the stuff" and it's overwhelming at times. Love your channel and your perspective! Wishing you a fabulous holiday ⭐️

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Thank you! You as well! ❤️❄️

@lisaanderson7433 3 года назад

Started watching you close to a year ago and you really have inspired me - in many ways. One way was with debt- I really got focused on paying off my debt. A year ago I felt I was at the point of no return and needed to so do something! I saw one of your videos and right then and there I decided I was going to get intentional with my debt repayment. Since then I have my husband and I have paid off my credit card, his credit card, my car, his car, our camper (small- not expensive) and now we are working on paying off our HELOC. Thank you so much for bringing us your experiences being an “influencer”! Happy Holidays!!

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Lisa! AMAZING! ❤️❤️❤️ get it!

@kwit7377 3 года назад

Great video! I agree on everything you said:) thank you!

@marylaidig5755 3 года назад

Wow! I totally relate to this video. I spent so much time decluttering in the beginning. Then I went overboard with thifting, only to declutter a sizable amount of what I thifted! Crazy, right? After a year, I think I’ve found a balance. Living mindfully is a journey. Thanks for helping me along the way. Have a great 2021.

@ems5742 3 года назад

Just wanted to leave a little love note! Loving your content still and always have 💕 hope you have a happy and healthy new year Christina! I know I am due to do a declutter- definitely have done some shopping lately and time to make some space- drawers getting tight again! Haha. -emily

@yen8365 3 года назад

My style is just not set in stone and probably never will be for me to get into minimalism fully. I still fall into the trap of following trends but I’m also trying to be less impulsive when buying. As you’ve described, I have started to become a more intention shopper. I think in the middle of 2019 was when I actually took time to decide whether I really needed something rather than wanting it and that has helped a lot. It also really helped that, for most of the year, I avoided going to the mall because of pandemic restrictions and also realizing I didn’t like going to the mall as much. Your videos have helped me so much when it comes to changing my shopping habits so thank you ❤️ Now I just gotta work on being less impulsive with trying new restaurants every week and instead cook more at home lol

@mischievousfox_ 3 года назад

Great video! Thanks so much for sharing your journey

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

I’m so glad! ❤️ thank you lex!

@peste2138 3 года назад

I looove this video. One of the lessons I learned may not be a popular one, but it has worked for me. And is to not declutter everything just for the sake of decluttering, especially stuff that you for sure know you will use later, sometimes it's just wasteful. I have been almost three years without buying certain useful items just because I had a lot of them.

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

If you’ll use it, def keep it! If not, then I personally declutter

@HaleyVillena 3 года назад

You’re such an inspiration!! Your videos have helped me better my minimalism journey by being aware of certain tendencies/habits. Thank you for always sharing relevant and sound advise! Happy (almost) New Year! 🎊

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Happy new year!! I’m so glad the videos help where they can ! 🥰 makes me so happy

@DaintyMercury 3 года назад

Loved this video 💕

@ariadnerunnalls3705 3 года назад

You are right, these assumptions are bs. I love wearing colour and yes I have more than 40 items in my closet , but I cherish them.

@aleksandrapavlova9174 3 года назад

I made some of these mistakes myself, I agree we need to do what our heart dictates not some outside ideal because everyone is different. 🥰

@gerlindelang 3 года назад

wise words. very useful

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

So glad!

@dinahassan4320 3 года назад

Happy holidays and merry Christmas 😊

@theresasecore9372 3 года назад

As always excellent point and great video. This is a like minded community and we're all on this journey together, thanks for bringing the awareness - if you're not making mistakes (and learning from them), you're stumping your own growth. What minimalism means to me is just simply using less - intentional, intelligent, compassionate consumption - it's about not becoming another mindless consumer that has become a complete drain on the planets resources and contributing to polluting and raping this planet and every being that lives in it. It's about doing my part - for the collective (our earth and all the beings)

@myrnaj4502 3 года назад

#StyleApothecaSquad!!💜🙋🏾‍♀️ Yess I love it.❣🥰📝✔👍🏾

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Happy new year Myrna! ❤️

@sharonshmuel3386 3 года назад

Great video - Merry Xmas & Happy new year 🎄🎁🧑🏼‍🎄💝💖 - greetings from Israel

@Tatiana-cd1vu 3 года назад

Hi Christina, great insights as usual :) I agree it's all about intentionality and it does not mean necessarily that minimalists are cheap... I consider myself quite frugal and I don't like to overspend, but currently I don't mind spending a few hundred dollars on a good quality handbag lol. I prefer to buy less stuff overall but of a better quality, especially for things that bring me value and I expect to use them for a long time. Merry Christmas and all the best to you and your channel in 2021 :)

@Secretgardenvintageapartment 7 месяцев назад

Mistakes I made was wanting everything to be aesthetic and feeling low bc I can’t lol. And going way too also w my declutters lol. Dehydrated and tired at 1 am finishing lol

@BetwixtDandD 3 года назад

Real minimalists do NOT declutter - everything they have is either useful or beautiful. Only people who continuously bring stuff IN have stuff that has to go OUT, lol... Great video, all the points you made are right on!

@tatiananagumo1962 3 года назад

I tend to disagree. Every person evolves and our tastes change creating need to remove some irems that no longer bring value, also if there are kids in the family they will create clutter. I think there never comes a point when we do not need to declutter occationaly. 😁

@lubnan08 2 года назад

A big purge in the beginning can be helpful then ongoing intentionality into what comes in and out of your life needs time.

@Christinamychas 2 года назад

💯!

@andismetona8786 2 года назад

Omg I need that coffee mug.

@Christinamychas 2 года назад

haha the best

@amyhoover9 3 года назад

In all honesty here, it feels like I'm still learning things as I go about this minimalism journey, and I've been at this for a little over 2 years. Minimalism is supposed to be for your own sense of peace and clarity; no one else has to understand it, and you can't really make people understand it either. Accepting this has been a struggle recently, but I'm trying my best. I'm also learning that if you're trying to be a minimalist in a non-minimalist home, you can either try to live by example and respectfully encourage your roommates/significant other/parents/siblings, or just let them be messy in their own designated spaces.

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Very helpful insights!! Thanks Amy as always 🥰

@amyhoover9 3 года назад

@@Christinamychas You're most welcome, Christina!

@JediBunny 3 года назад

I love this video! I find these are actually the most helpful and inspiring as far as Minimalism goes. I appreciate the lessons, insight and relatability! Hope to see more like this from you, thank you so much for sharing with us 🌸

@Future-zx9ts 3 года назад

I have a goal this year to get rid of one item every day. It not only keeps me in the process of decluttering, it also should keep me “aware”. It can be anything - a shirt, a cup, a book....anything! I’m actually excited about it. Thanks for the great video, and I hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Here’s to 2021 moving us all in a more positive direction. 😉❤️

@BetwixtDandD 3 года назад

Decluttering is NOT the answer. STOPPING bringing things in is.

@Future-zx9ts 3 года назад

@@BetwixtDandD yeah, I’m doing that, too. But thanks for the blunt reply.

@katetucker1452 3 года назад

I love your goal! All the best with it :)

@carlbryce4547 3 года назад

So Nice 💘💘💘💘💘💘

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

Thank you!

@vincentmikko5029 3 года назад

My humble opinion is, she could’ve just kept her clothes/things and organized it based on occasions/seasons etc. Store away those that are not being used atm. My best guess is if you over declutter you will eventually fall into the same consumerist pattern.slowly. As a minimalist, you need to also be mindful of your carbon footprint. Why would you add more trash back out there if you can re use your own things.

@chrissyspaperbacks 3 года назад

I’ve been watching you for two years and for whatever reason, just realized we share the same first name! Lmao like how???

@Christinamychas 3 года назад

🥰🥰

@spingirl8240 3 года назад

To any minimalist novice or pro, what works for me personally is the "6 month rule". Which simply put, if it isn't going to be used or appreciated in 6 months, then it's getting donated if reusable, tossed if it can't. Plus I've realized that SO MUCH consumerism is such a modern construct that I CAN opt out of. Newest food trend (even if it is vegan/organic) or fashion trend? I've pretty much ignored trends since 2000. Holidays? I've completely opted out, Christmas 2020 was just another day to do a home workout, some cleaning, and say hi to the family. (I'm christian with some jewish ancestry, so I NO problems with the religious aspect, just the wasteful consumerism), And having a handbag/purse/makeup/multiple clothing accessories/multiple beauty products is an utterly meaningless thing to me, I've told myself "just because I am a girl doesn't mean I have to have and use all that stuff". So I'm a girl who owns and wears enough clothing to get to the next laundry day (5 days). Everything in my wardrobe gets worn at least once a week (ok, save my winter coat & hoodies, but they are used within 6 months), and gets worn until it gets run into the ground, and gets tossed on the rag/material for patching pile once it has too many holes and can't be repaired any more. When I do get accessories, they are meaningful, simple pieces, but that is RARE, I'm happy with just my wedding band. And makeup? Haven't worn it since Max Factor was still sold in every store in the USA (circa 2000) Of course I am EXTREMELY fortunate to be in a financial situation were I could afford more clothing/makeup/accessories in fashion and quantity, but I choose not too. I'm not out to impress ANYONE.