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Today we're at the Mall of America located in Minneapolis MN. I thought it was an interesting place to talk about contentment and the path we can go down to find it.
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@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Thank you so much for watching! I greatly appreciate it :) Here are the links mentioned in this video: Buy the Bundt Cake Book (& Donate) here: www.theminimalmom.com/bundt-cakes My Earrings: cli.re/Heart-Earrings (Helps an awesome cause! Use DAWN15 for 15% off anything on their site!) My Sweater: amzn.to/3Es6tgt TK Coleman on Instagram (great follow!): instagram.com/officialtkcoleman/ :: OTHER RECENT LINKS :: Our Holiday Gift Guide: cli.re/gift-guide-2022 5 Days to an Organized Christmas Workshop (FREE!): cli.re/organized-christmas-signup Decluttering by Faith Devotional: cli.re/Devotional

@HerCupOfSIMPLE Год назад

Hi Dawn! I guess I know I'm on the right path if just the thought of being in that mall causes me anxiety 😅🤭😆 Happy Thanksgiving 😊

@deborahnickloy5747 Год назад

Brilliant!

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

@@HerCupOfSIMPLE seriously, I was so ready to get out of there! 🤪

@cynthiabarone2403 Год назад

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@SnowySpiritRuby Год назад

As someone else also mentioned, it's in Bloomington, not Minneapolis - it's on the SE corner of Cedar and 494, and even of the airport, only the northern tip of it is actually inside Minneapolis city limits (the rest is technically in the county). Please edit at least the description box to say Bloomington.

@theresahoward7216 Год назад

I am a broken record but I have to thank Dawn again for helping me figure out simplifying our home. As the holidays are starting I am so proud of the work that I have done through these videos and the workbook because I am a different person to be around than in holidays past. I am not stressed...I am not cranky...I am not resenting my husband because there is not the stress of a cluttered home hanging over all of the joys of the season. I am proud that anyone could call and say they are ten minutes away and I am totally fine having them pop in...all because I found a video back in 2020.

@ShoshanahDeborah Год назад

I feel the same! This is so encouraging! 😊😊

@lizzabbott Год назад

SAME ! Found Dawn back in 2018 or 2019. Still my #1 fav y’tube channel ! Thanks, Dawn !

@amy03755 Год назад

Dawn, really is an amazing person!

@alldaymusiclover107 Год назад

Way to go, Theresa!

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Theresa, this is SO awesome to hear, easy to go!!!!!!!!

@lindamcdermott9980 Год назад

I have lived a challenging life, raising 4 children as a single working mom (no child support), one with disabilities. I always was able to say, “don’t worry God will take care of me”. Today I am empty nested, my children are grown. During that time, I just focused on doing the best with what I could. We wanted for nothing, even though we had very little, we were creative in everything. I am so blessed, I look back with such a feeling of gratitude. I think happiness is considering the positive memories, as well as comparing to the actual rough times. We have so much to be grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

@JesusLovesYouSoMuch1 Год назад

You’re a wonderful mommy Linda! I have 4 too, all currently 10 and under. God never fails to help me 🙏🏼

@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Год назад

So you never got married?

@monaleencabaron3694 Год назад

Some time ago, I had a eureka moment. I realised that the mall was my "free storage place of things I might need in the future that was always perfectly curated and kept up-to-date" - so I don't need to buy and store anything at home! I don't know if that makes sense but to me it does lol. I am not a mall person and rarely go there but this perspective change has helped me at times when I am tempted to buy things I don't need right now or ever! I can just look at them and enjoy them from my "storage space" and knowing they are always there hahaha

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Yes!!!! Love this!!!!!

@marinard6293 Год назад

It's like Alladin's lamp, in a way 😄

@CL-mn1yq Год назад

I heard this once too & it resonated! Until 2020 and empty shelves :( Now my mom and I were noticing it is the affordable options that are first off the shelves (food, clearance, baby items) as we are in these high price times...

@danielles8712 Год назад

I have to thank Dawn more for her relaxed (not pushy) attitude to religion. I am from Australia and not into religion but only minimalism. Thanks to her I have started to embrace religion and started learning to learn so much. When you have not been raised with religion it can be confronting and scary.

@helenburns2186 4 месяца назад

This is so great. Go you.

@liap1293 Год назад

Thank you for the trip to the mall because I haven't been to a mall in years! Before 1991, I used to go to the mall for entertainment (movies), lunch & clothes. I would spend the entire day at the mall until my feet couldn't carry me another step. In 1992, I decided to get out of debt & I determined not to go to a mall nor shop for anything but groceries for a year. Well, that broke the shopping habit & I've never gone back to it. Best of all I have never gone back into debt again.

@PamelaRuddyUKart Год назад

Wow, Minimal Mum corresponding from deep behind enemy lines from the heart of consumerism - the mall! 😂 Awesome public vlogging skills, brave lady! Thanks for your thoughts on contentment, they make a lot of sense.

@PamelaRuddyUKart Год назад

I think decluttering reminds us of how much we have, which is part of gratitude. It's so easy otherwise to think of what we don't have and want/need.

@jillgott6567 Год назад

I host a frugal Facebook group and recently one of our new members asked for suggestions on equipment that actually helps save money while performing food prep or cooking. I thought to myself " I do not have any suggestions . The reason - I am old fashioned. No airfryer, blender, instantapot , kitchen aid, breadmaker, pressure cooker not even a toaster in my kitchen . I simply use a spoon, bowl or fork , oven , microwave, crockpot or I do have a convection oven. And, I am happy. Once in a while I use my soup tool to blend soup but more often I eat thick, rustic Soups. And I am happy making simple meals with simple equipment. No criticism for others but I know what works for me. Thank you Dawn

@laceyballiet6627 Год назад

I love this. I was just telling my sister the other day that I am content. Everyone is always looking for something bigger and better. Why can’t we just be happy for what we have. I recently bought a condo by myself and have a great job I love.

@heathernunn495 Год назад

You're right about being so fortunate and that everything is relative to your surroundings. Many years ago my husband and I would take the girls to look at Christmas lights and often end up in the wealthiest areas of the city. Of course they could afford the biggest, and brightest, and most magnificent displays. But if we got caught up in the wealth and grandeur, our oldest would remind us that some people live in cardboard boxes. Cardboard boxes is a phrase that we've used for nearly 30 years if we're being even a little envious of someone else's possessions. It emphasizes all the wonderful things we do have and really puts things in perspective.

@SouthsideChick Год назад

I am thankful for you this season , Dawn! I walked through the entire "At Home' store the other day and bought NOTHING! I appreciated the items in the store but realized I didn't need more to 'manage'. It was a weird feeling but a personal victory! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 😀

@katiegleaves3792 Год назад

Yes! Congratulations, that is indeed a victory. And I am celebrating a similar "win" myself! I went to a thrift shop and an antique store last weekend (to donate/sell some items I was decluttering). I looked around, took in the sights, and bought nothing! Wow!

@texasmimi5566 Год назад

Good for you! Marketing to consumers is geared to be beautiful and in-your-face. THEY are out to make money and have us part with our HARD EARNED MONEY when we don't need what they are marketing. It's all a game, and I am glad YOU won! "I can admire without having to acquire". Rick Warren, Pastor of Saddleback Church in California, author of "The Purpose Driven Life".

@angelacross2216 Год назад

The other side of decluttering is blessing others with the things we are not using. I love to imagine someone finding exactly what they need for pennies on the dollar out of the things I have let go of. The money I spent on them was gone when I bought them. The space that I get back and the time I no longer need to spend caring for excess stuff is the blessing I get from decluttering.

@peggynaylor Год назад

Hi Dawn! I just want to let you know how much I enjoy your videos and what a change they are making in my life. Today I watched your video on contentment and have to say that I really feel content. My husband of 52 years died very unexpectedly just 4 months ago. Since then I have come to realize that "things" no longer matter to me. Relationships do! I am slowly going through my house getting rid of things that no longer have meaning to me and it feels so good. God has richly blessed me and I pray that I can simplify my life and live a life honoring Him and hopefully be a positive influence on others. I regret that it has taken losing my husband, who I loved dearly, to realize that family and friends are what's important in life. Thank you Dawn for all you do. You are a wonderful example of God's love.

@rosemariealvarado9902 Год назад

I lost my husband /best friend of 52 years too.. Decluttering helped the first few months. So terribly sorry for your loss.

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Oh Peggy, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. Thank you for your kind words, it means more than you know! ❤️

@sarahko2014 Год назад

Sorry for your recent loss...ㅜㅜ

@evelyngutchell6121 Год назад

May God watch over you and bring you peace. I am praying for you.

@carlienvandernet7902 Год назад

I’m decluttering my house, but go shopping without buying all kind of things gives me contentment as well. Whenever I see something I like I straightaway think about what I already have. I’m rather poor and live in a small apartment, but still I’m content with the things that I do have. And yes I do take care of my 86 years old neighbour and I used to take care of my parents before they died and that certainly gives contentment as well, but I think people shouldn’t always want to have what other people might have.

@marianneperry6924 Год назад

Dawn's Drama - Bundt cakes that don't release like they should! ❤😂🎂

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Lol, right!?!! Adeline said why don’t you just give up on that Milky Way cake mom and I said I can’t! It’s for Dorothy!!!! 😉😂

@clairedaines508 Год назад

@@TheMinimalMom Remember to grease and flour the pan! :)

@emilybach Год назад

Yes! Yes! Yes! Helping others and replacing bad things with good is something that I've been learning over the past several years. As someone who tends to struggle with depression I have found that focusing on others and serving them makes me less depressed since I'm not focused on ME and MY PROBLEMS. If your feeling down then go out and help someone, you'll be helping both of you!

@NdnUrbanCat Год назад

Amen!

@HerCupOfSIMPLE Год назад

What a beautiful suggestion ❤

@bookgal Год назад

Excellent comment!

@HannahRainbow88 Год назад

Exactly this 💗 I've also finally got to a place that I can unpick and start to heal the root causes of my depression (with meds, therapy and meaningful relationships after decluttering the bad apples). I hope you can when you're ready too 🙏

@emilybach Год назад

@@HannahRainbow88 Thank you! I have a family history of depression (mother and her mother) and have suffered strongly from it myself in the past. My husband has really helped me heal from it and always seems to know just how to pull me out when I start to slip back into that gloomy pre-depression phase. I'm glad you are recovering! May God bless you!

@taylorferrell8308 Год назад

I asked someone once where their favorite place was that they had visited and they said "A little place called contentment" I just loved that.

@tgayer1 Год назад

Dawn filming from the Mall of America is like taking a person with a fear of heights to a hike up a fire tower. She’s desensitizing us from wanting to shop for the stuff! Free therapy! 😄

@jwjordan Год назад

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with us. The way you speak shows kindness and compassion to those of us who are just beginning to walk the path of minimalism. You have a gift and you are a gift. Thank you!

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Thank you, that means more than you know!!! ❤

@ashleymoffatt3784 Год назад

This was such a great video. I struggle with constantly searching for contentment but never quite hitting the mark. I've been slowly trying to declutter and finally get to a point where I can be greatful for the things I have and for it to not feel like a burden.

@ashleyslack5960 Год назад

Our hearts are restless until they rest in God.

@cathyc8088 Год назад

I love you 💕 Yesterday was my birthday and a realize that I don’t need anything, I spend the day watching Home alone with my boys it was so relaxing , finally I enjoy what really matters ❤

@rosabaltazar1309 Год назад

We are doing our upgrade shopping now (Black Friday) but before we went we did a list of what we NEEDED.we also made a bag with the old item your getting, to donate. It went great! Cheap prices, donations, and a real idea of what we needed so we can stay focused and not get distracted by sales!

@rdb4996 Год назад

@Ron and Patti Telfer could be that the current item is no longer serving them? Needs to be bigger because family grew. Or smaller because too heavy and being older/less mobile/injured. Or even simpler things such as my bathrobe being too short and not comfortable in general, therefore it is not performing it's function for wear outside of home (hospital, sauna etc) and it's not getting used. So I can donate it to ensure it is not decaying in my closet and buy something that functions as it should.

@rosabaltazar1309 Год назад

We’ll we replace because it’s worn out (socks underwear no wires in bra lol) or has stains. Also sometimes you want to treat yourself with better shoes but your cheap so this is the time when your comfortable getting it lol

@sandylucas4279 Год назад

This may be deeper than you like to go, I'm going to share anyway. When I lived with the ego in control there was always separateness, impulsivity and drama. Along with wanting to win at everything even if it caused me to go broke, stuff my house with junk or my belly, ruin a relationship, act childish and on and on. When I switched over and allowed my true-self to lead I was more focused on connections. I was able to recognize the simple things in life as miracles and that excites me. I am able to view obstacles or stumbling blocks with curiosity and acceptance, while focusing on one inspired action at a time. Amazement, acceptance, and curiosity over drama is a wonderful way to live. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family XO

@My_Secret_ArtSketchbook Год назад

WOW this is deep well Done for waking up.

@ashleylockwood4255 Год назад

Funny! I was just down near Lake Orion, MI where Great Lakes Crossing mall is and found it so funny that I was now of the age that I could say..”I remember when that was built! And all of this was trees and now it is all stores”. Great video

@jangle318 Год назад

I know I personally struggle with these things daily which is another reason why I love watching your videos (as well as Diana’s). The more I listen to and focus on this type of mindset, the better I feel. Thank you both for everything you share on your channels. ❤

@lisam5744 Год назад

I took a box and bag of decluttered stuff to the thrift store today. And a couple of bags and a box to a local animal rescue. Watching Dawn and other declutter folks in RU-vid have helped me so much. Everything I remove from my home makes me feel that much lighter. Also, congratulations on the well find raiser.

@sandramcinnis-fibreinsanity Год назад

I have a small bungalow and over the summer months I completely decluttered the main floor. Kitchen, main bathroom, my bedroom, living room, hallway etc, etc….The feeling is life changing. I used to dread Christmas time because it felt like “just another job to add to my list”. This year, I am surprised to discover that I’m looking forward to decorating and entertaining! With a lot of my burdens lifted, my mind has space to add the Christmas season to it. I’m so happy! Can’t wait to get rid of tons of extra decorations and then start decluttering the basement in the new year. Life changing and I’m 56 years old! Thanks Dawn for all your positive motivation ❤

@juliejackman2649 Год назад

I heard this said and I love it - if you compare your situation to others, compare to those who lived 100 years ago.

@rhondabray8948 Год назад

Dawn, I want to thank you so much for all your videos and motivation! I came across your channel around August. I have started the decluttering process. It’s just me and my husband in our home now. I started in my closet, then my dresser, my side of the bathroom and our joint shelves in the master bathroom. My husband noticed, but I think he was doubtful I’d stick with it. I’m guilty of being a little passive aggressive and thinking if he won’t help with the house, why should I do it ALL. So I have let the clutter in our home office pile up. All that to say I have decluttered the master bathroom, everything of mine in our bedroom, the home office, and guest bathroom. The kitchen in next on the list. But I’m excited to tell you that my husband has asked me to help him with his closet, I did and only did as much as he was ready, then last night he told me that he has noticed how much I’ve done! He wanted to know what changed, I told him I have come to realize I don’t have the bandwidth to manage all that is in our house. And the never ending to do list to try. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Wow Rhonda!!!! This is SO awesome to hear! I’m really proud of you!!! ❤️

@texasmimi5566 Год назад

Have him watch Dawn's videos with you. She is pleasant to listen to and easy on the eyes, so he should not balk at doing so. This will also help him, IMO.

@sheracharles Год назад

I just want to thank you for the time and effort you put into your videos!! You make everything so logical and it really does help 😄.

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

Thank you, I really appreciate that!❤

@girlonaswing9439 Год назад

So happy Dorothy is getting her well.

@michellefindlay9972 Год назад

This was excellent! Loved that you follow TK Coleman, and showed a clip. He is awesome and gives thoughtful insightful “advice “. He is now one of the co- hosts with “The Minimalist” guys Josh and Ryan. Thank you, Dawn, for sharing that video on contentment. It brought me back to what is really important. Love all your messages. 😊

@dsmith9796 Год назад

I am so glad I found your channel along with several others who encourage decluttering. I donated 3 more boxes of really good stuff to a local Hospice store today! My decluttering journey isn't complete but I'm well on my way!!! Thanks, Dawn and well done, raising over $50,000 - amazing!! What a Christmas gift!

@pinkroses135 Год назад

Being emotionally discontent in other areas of life, for a myriad of reasons, can get that impulse shopping, retail therapy, fantasy self stuff going too. Fixing that root goes a long way.

@emotionalstability Год назад

This is a perfect message to hear before thanksgiving and Christmas!! 😊 I have gone through this process to find contentment this year, and my life has dramatically changed. I had no idea how much time I actually had to serve others and to find meaning because I was so caught up in cleaning and organizing my house. I look forward to decluttering with you more in the new year! You’re the best, Dawn! ❤️😊

@lauriereber8939 Год назад

It is so wonderful that you exceeded your goal for the Bunt Cake Book. God poured out His blessing, pressed down and over flowing., just as He said He would do. I also agree that true contentment does not come from the things we own, but out attitude towards those things. Thank you for your ability to get us thinking about what we truely want our lives to look like. Keep going and Happy Thanksgiving.

@Elemiriel Год назад

I am pregnant and have been horribly nauseous for 6 months. Finally getting to where I can cook and do some decluttering in short spurts and it is so motivating yo hear you speak about helping others rather than focusing on stuff. I want my children to grow up with that as the norm, and with your encouragement, they will!

@elizabethbednarcik3311 Год назад

We must be content within to find true happiness. I've owned four houses in 18 years because I always thought the next "perfect" house would make me content. Now I wish we still lived in our first house, and I am finally becoming content with who I am.

@CarolinaDorrough Год назад

First, have you found the table cloth? Second, happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for you and the insights and meaningful conversations you lead. ❤️

@leahirvine3522 Год назад

No she hasnt found it yet!

@girlonaswing9439 Год назад

I wonder if something happened to it by the kids and they are scared to admit it so they hid it.

@lizzabbott Год назад

Ooooh NO still didnt find ? What on Earth ? Maybe fell behind the washing machine ??

@lizzabbott Год назад

Back of the linen closet ??

@angelgirldebbiejo Год назад

@@girlonaswing9439 my kids actually did that, the boys were fighting and one hit the other with the steam mop and broke it, they both hid it in the attic!! $100 Steam mop!!

@kellyguenter9117 Год назад

I don’t often comment on videos but this one really put the words to my inner thoughts. Thank you, Dawn, for pulling these ideas together and presenting them in a succinct way that I can remember and share with other people. Thank you also for not being afraid to show that God is a shaper and influencer in your life. It is encouraging for me as a Christian in Canada where the culture is definitely not friendly to Christians.

@bridgetbanerjea7588 Год назад

I love that you can talk about the mindset behind minimalism and contentment and you still get excited about gadgets. 😉 its very relatable, yet you can still teach how to avoid accumulating stuff we don't need

@emilybach Год назад

Thank you so much for your videos! Thanks to you, I've cut way back on what we own (which is still to much) and are happier for it! My husband, I, and 4 kids under 5 live in just 350 sq. ft. of space so we don't have room for a lot. My kids clothes are all in 1 space and just what we need (7 outfits per kid) and I'm down to 5 skirts and about 7 tops and that's it! I feel so motivated watching your videos and find myself cleaning the minute your video starts. Thank you again!

@lizzabbott Год назад

That is amaaaazing ! You should be very proud ! Go, YOU ! And enjoy the fruits of your labor ! Liz

@lauralogan3046 Год назад

I’m not sure if you’re familiar with Erin (Bates) Paine, but I’d recommend looking at her RU-vid channel, too - she has a video on how their family has made it work living in a small house with a large family ❤

@emilybach Год назад

@@lauralogan3046 thank you!

@barbfrank917 Год назад

Comparison, the thief of joy.

@AlisonV362 Год назад

When you mentioned the total raised so far, I got chills and teary eyed! What a wonderful blessing you and this community is!!!

@barbr100 Год назад

The amount of options in American stores is overwhelming and anxiety inducing. How many pairs of jeans can one person possibly wear? I am able to tune all the holiday ads out, fortunately. I do enjoy window shopping more than actually purchasing items.

@sandyh8755 Год назад

Ok, Dawn, We are all waiting, hoping that you have found grandma’s red tablecloth! Please let us know! Maybe a 1 minute video???

@Probablytracy Год назад

Lived in Duluth…. Went there multiple times… road that ride. 😊

@azjersee Год назад

The older I got the more content I became with less. We DO NOT need all our stuff! I love to Give. Happy Thanksgiving.

@lizzabbott Год назад

Oooh wow … Dawn , your videos are SO good ! Meaningful. Substantial. Thought provoking ! Yes ! A Teacher of mine used to say : Service To Man Is Service To God . Also , when we are “doing Seva” (what they say in India for selfless service ), it gets our minds off our own problems, increases our self esteem, breaks down barriers between people ( b/c in the end , itz hard to tell WHO was served more / who benefitted more … the giver, or receiver ! ). But if one just cannot do any seva at this time, just smiling at the cashier & wishing them well is great ! Thanking the bus driver. Saying hello to a senior citizen. Holding a door open. Or buying coffee for the next person in line ! And of course, being mindful of our speech, what we consume ( via TV, food , etc) & doing no harm… is a wonderful path of dharma / right action, eh ? How fun to have this field trip to the Mall ! I haven't been to a mall in ages ( by choice). But sure … they can be kinda fun. They def were in Jr High back in the 70s ! I could buy a pair of Levis for $10 with my babysitting money ! No joke ! Thx for this fun adventure ! I’ve never been to the Mall of America ! Or Minnesota. But I’ve been to Carousel Mall in Syracuse , New York . Pretty big mall. Itz okay I guess

@gingermonette7455 Год назад

Some great ah-ha concepts: The 'stuff' is only relevant to the lower levels of the contentment scale and helping others automatically makes us grateful and things like IG scrolling and gossip just melt away.

@judysbakeryandtestkitchen1654 Год назад

Hi Dawn, wishing you a happy Thanksgiving and thank you for all your videos. I saw this yesterday and really thought about it. There are a lot of angry people out there. It’s a lot of drama. And I think the political situation we have with angry people is people wanting drama I wish the drama could calm down!

@chall1232 Год назад

Just wanted to wish You, Tom and the kiddos a very Happy Thanksgiving. And also to say I am thankful for you and all of my other RU-vid "friends". Yall bring me joy every week with your videos.

@joannlessner1551 Год назад

Thanks for a glimpse of the mall. I always wondered what it looked like. Just a bigger mall.

@Pocahontas502 Год назад

I'm a new stay at home mom, I have not done much but the home usuals and I'm not going to lie going to the mall and seeing all the people and Christmas decorations made me so happy! And I looove Christmas!!

@stacievoorhis5160 Год назад

I always appreciate your words of wisdom and down-to-earth ways. Thank you for sharing.

@NdnUrbanCat Год назад

Dawn, You have helped me alot! Thank YOU!

@lucystrider728 Год назад

Getting better at seeing lots of things for what they are: future clutter! It is weird watching decluttering and hoarding shows and seeing so much of the same exact items among them that we also own or decluttered, and also now can spot when someone still has simply way too many things to manage! You have made such a profound difference, thank you and your family for opening our eyes!

@mollyrecchia6445 Год назад

Great video, Dawn! Thanks so much ☺️

@terrybouck5192 Год назад

Dawn this episode is a real keeper! This all so true. Thank you for pushing toward what can I do for others

@melaniehancock2210 Год назад

This is just what I needed today! Thank you!

@doriscassan6996 Год назад

Wow, powerful message Dawn. I continue to digest what you are saying. I have been decluttering for a while and I am beginning to lose my addiction to consumerism and yes, it does make me look around and ask myself what can I put in its place that has more meaning. I love these videos that you do. Short and sweet. Thank you

@dianebahl8241 Год назад

I appreciate you and the videos you share so much, Dawn. Each week, I declutter a little bit more and feel a little bit better week by week. I recently ordered the book you and Diana wrote together as a gift to myself for my 69th birthday. Diana is a great inspiration to me also. Thanks for all you do and may you and your beautiful family have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

@amyk6453 Год назад

I just love you. You raise much needed light and positivity in this world by your good choices and example. Thank you. I needed this!! 💞💖

@bookgal Год назад

Great job filming this! ❤️

@andreamcintyre9952 Год назад

Good choice of background music. Listening to this video like a podcast, helped me get through errand day without buying anything that wasn't on my list. I love that whole "add purpose & adventure to naturally decrease draining drama"

@jencassel7089 Год назад

Dawn I can’t thank you enough for all your kind encouragement. . . Your kindness truly propels me forward in decluttering.. . . Your sweet positive personality and character comes through in all of your videos! Thanking God that you didn’t keep minimalism to yourself but that you’re sharing it with all of us so we can enjoy a more peace filled life! Thanks for the bottom of my heart!!🥰

@kennethbailey9853 Год назад

Thankyou So Much

@susanmunoz7688 Год назад

Thank You Dawn, this was great! I wish you and all your family a blessed thanksgiving 👍❤️

@NAP1983 Год назад

Thanks Dawn, You are always so cheerful, you bring a smile to my face every time I watch you. Decluttering a little at a time. Love the feeling I get when I open a space that is finished. Thanks for sharing with us.

@Karen-jp1ns Год назад

My BFF and I had a dream of going to Mall of America ever since 1992 when it opened. We achieved our dream in 2017 when there were $79 flights from Charleston, SC. I started my minimalism journey in 2015, and I only bought thing I need rather than want. I had a list of a few needs that I hadn't been able to find. Well, at MOM, I found all of my needs on sale! A pair of Skecher Go Walks Joy in black (mine had worn out), daffodil yellow bathroom rugs (I love yellow, and mine had worn out), a hooded rain jacket for travel, and some new turtle necks (I'd been to NYC and really needed layers of clothing). I probably spent about $150 with the deals I got, and I went home with a great, fun experience under my belt!

@jodeeclarklompa852 Год назад

Your channel has helped make such a difference in my life. Today's video helped me understand a lot about myself. Thank you!

@sl9906 Год назад

Every video you do Dawn blows my socks off! You are so practical, logical, and empathetic. I love the flow charts and how you break everything down into manageable pieces. You have made me so aware of the ploys of marketing too. I love the topic of this video bc our culture screams “think about yourself” when we actually feel much better when we think about others. There’s so many ways to impact another person. You can do the big helper things, but also an encouraging text, giving your decluttered stuff to others in need, prayer, etc are huge

@ljshaw8516 Год назад

Wow, I haven't been to the mall in a while, just seeing it made me anxious🙄😬😳 Attitude of Gratitude is part of my daily life, from having indoor plumbing, fresh water, a home, etc. Gratitude can be found everywhere, people just need to recognize it and not seek it elsewhere.

@emilybach Год назад

Exactly! I've learned to be thankful for the little things like running water, hot showers, air conditioning and just space itself! After doing without those things for different seasons I am all the more grateful. When all the little things add up the "big" problems just aren't as big anymore.

@elizabethbednarcik3311 Год назад

I was wondering if people even go to malls anymore!

@ljshaw8516 Год назад

@@elizabethbednarcik3311 I am disabled and Amazon works best for me. But after being away from malls for nearly 12 years, I've gotten use to not seeing all that shopping activity.

@shaunahogsmeade6162 Год назад

Love the change of pace and location! Fun to travel with you :)

@lizzabbott Год назад

Love TK Coleman ! So wise ! Great speaker, too !

@rhondarespinto5950 Год назад

Thanks Dawn! I agree 100 percent and love this flow! You've inspired me on a decluttering path and less stuff truly creates more time, energy...for the real "stuff" in life..people relationships and experiences.

@scarletphoneix3183 Год назад

I absolutely love your videos. I used to waste so much money on stuff I didn't need and just buy something at the store to buy it. Just to have something. Now I think about it before I bring something into my home. I was holding onto things I didn't need like clothes that didn't fit. You helped me so much. Thank you so much. I also think you are such a sweet person

@margarethoughton6288 Год назад

Your path to contentment is totally spot on Dawn. Thank you for the gift of your channel x

@cindikleine8264 Год назад

I love your channel and I love Christmas and I love decorating, and as I watch all the RU-vidrs decorate their homes with so much stuff I immediately turned to your channel and appreciate the minimalist view on Christmas decor, and really focus on the real meaning of the season❤

@jacqforte6202 Год назад

Thank you for living your vocation and sharing the joy that comes from it.

@krisvanallen Год назад

When the MOA opened, we loved it! Having little kids in (at the time) Camp Snoopy, it was a great way to wear off energy. And I also worked at Blue Cross nearby. Sometimes for lunch we were able to run over during lunch and go on a ride, then go back to work!

@sherradaughhetee5429 Год назад

Dawn, you have been my best friend this past year!! Virtually!! I love your gift of Joy that you bring with each video! You are so on target! I did a paper decluttering yesterday and got to find some old family pictures! I’m gonna steal your idea and mod podge them! Taking this time of year to celebrate loved ones, past and present, and work at getting back to the basics! If you ever come through STL, I’d love to have coffee! You and Tom are such a blessing!! Any updates to your fostering/respite? Would love an update!!

@greenthumbelina7331 Год назад

When I visited The Mall of America in MN (27) years ago, I didn't purchase anything because I was too busy people-watching! Believe me, there were plenty of people to watch! I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving! ~Margie🥧🤗🦃💐

@TheMinimalMom Год назад

So true! It’s a fascinating place!!!!

@greenthumbelina7331 Год назад

@@TheMinimalMom It sure is! I think the mall hadn't been open very long when we visited.

@katie.r.vannuys Год назад

I really needed this today. Thanks

@lisagarner8261 Год назад

Dawn you are a very good teacher. Thank you for explaining these concepts simply.

@ttalkin Год назад

Dear Dawn, You truly are a treasure! Thank you for being you! 🦃🍁♥️🍁🦃 Happy Thanksgiving to you and your lovely family!

@msj246 Год назад

Thank you, Dawn. I am developing a new habit of looking for one of your new videos whenever I have that impulse to buy more stuff, even as I declutter, So helpful in redirecting. Thank you so much. 💓

@sarahbarkley5259 Год назад

I love that spot overlooking the amusement park. Lots of fond childhood memories there.

@tinastanton664 Год назад

I am new to the journey, but am already finding the benefits. Thank you for your kindness.

@itoshiibaka8267 Год назад

I want to expand on the "need vs. want" subject. There are wants that are purely fun. But there are different levels of need. There's the need, where it's really deeply improving your living conditions, like healthy food, exercise, safety, a home, and even time savers that let us save energy for things that matter more. An example from my life is my robot vacuum or my basic Nespresso. They don't keep me alive, and they're actually kind of luxurious, but they support my ability to cut out energy saps. I have reduced energy available to me on a daily basis because of disability. These things have added an incredible amount of value to my life. Then there are the needs where "it would be nice". I'm reaching the point where I start to ask myself whether I want something more than retirement. I didn't start saving early, but I'm still kind of young. Do I want that second pair of sneakers more than retiring before 65? Nope. Still working on remembering this in the moment, though. Thrifting (or cheap stores) make it so easy to justify a hundred tiny expenses that I WILL USE. But cumulatively, the value added is still less than saving the money and actually getting to retire. I'm trying to remember this for fast food and frozen dinners, too. They save me energy, but so does a peanut butter sandwich and a carrot, or a simplified pasta dish. I still don't forget to give myself grace when something I thought was a good use of money ends up being a "waste". It's okay. You can't predict everything!!! 😉

@mindyu8324 Год назад

Wow! You raised so much!! 🎉🎉❤😊

@kelliconlan8133 Год назад

The Mall of America is actually in Bloomington, MN. I live in MN and remember going the year the Mall opened in 1992, at age 11! We took our kids a few years ago on the rides. It was fun to take them and see the joy they had at the mall. But I was SOOOO overwhelmed with all the STUFF!! I left feeling exhausted from the over stimulation.

@SnowySpiritRuby Год назад

I was just about to comment that! I used to go to school just down the street from it, and grew up just a few miles from there.

@living4mylord Год назад

Yup, yup. 15 when it opened. Our homeschool young people's group went there a couple times aiming for "on the cheap". There was mini golf that was reasonably inexpensive. Brought food in and people watched lol! Nice to be able to go. My family went to "Underwater World" and had passes for it. That has changed hands several times at this point. Good memories though.

@SnowySpiritRuby Год назад

@@living4mylord I remember Underwater World! My sister's class or something had a field trip there one year, and my mom and I got to tag along.

@cynthiahoward2844 Год назад

So much truth & wisdom!!!❤

@intherockies Год назад

I think this was the best video ever for me. Thank you Dawn and Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

@amyrugg2540 Год назад

Love the video! Very helpful and the visual aid really helps me see it and remember. One difference I think I've found for myself. Coming from a previous background of some missionary work. I found myself, human that I am, unintentionally looking down on others that I helped. Not in a bad way, but it was there. I found that in my situation those people I thought I was helping didn't need my help, and in fact I really needed their help and they helped me find myself! I now have a different view on giving. I think sure there are times when its obvious others are in need, and need our help. But what is most beneficial is when people help each other and both people come away feeling better about themselves. Some kind of mutual interaction is taking place. Not only does the other person get their needs met but they get a major need met by feeling they genuinely helped you. 💗 And overall its better to see everyone equally. Because we all go through times of need.

@mettamia2008 Год назад

That drama statement is perfect! Exactly right. Thanks for bringing it forward.

@letiziagallinari222 Год назад

So happy i found ur channel….u r 100% right about helping others …..i have been doing it for the longest time !!!! Thank u so much for this video!

@diewahrheitunterdemmikrosk9323 Год назад

Thank you so much for the great quote about contentment! That opened my eyes today.

@roxannewhite9554 Год назад

Dawn, you are just the greatest. Your acts of service are so inspirational between Dorothy’s House and all that you do on RU-vid to better the lives of strangers. And this video couldn’t have come at a better time for me as the dreaded Black Friday approaches to really reflect on what actually matters in my life. Thank you so much for all that you do.❤

@rdb4996 Год назад

Since I am not in the US, can you please educate me on why Black Friday is so dreaded? Are you constantly bombarded with advertisements? (I recently learned that even some gass pumps have ads?!) Or are the deals really that good and hard to resist? I seek to understand 😅