Why I (Almost Completely) Stopped Shopping | Ingrid Nilsen

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2019 will mark 10 years on RU-vid for me and over those years, I’ve made A LOT of videos. Specifically, A LOT of hauls/shopping related videos. 2019 will also be the year I turn 30, something I view as a pretty significant personal milestone. As I’ve reflected on the past, I’ve been able to see how old habits no longer serve me and I’ve become more curious about the habits that do. This year, I decided to almost completely stop shopping. The older I get, the more I care about how my actions affect other people, the world and my own personal well-being. The fashion industry is wasteful (that’s no secret) and it also has a complex consumerist power over us that keeps us wanting more. I love beautiful things but I don’t want my life to be ruled by them. I want the things that I own to be reflections of myself, not the other way around. I want to present and express myself in a way that makes me feel like me without obsession or pressure. I want to dedicate my headspace to the work and people I care about. If you’re reading this, you are part of that group. I never, ever imagined that I would have a career that allows me to even think about these things, let alone pursue them and I know it’s a profound privilege. I started making videos because watching RU-vid helped me survive some of the most painful years of my life. I keep making videos because the healing I’ve found is meant to be shared.❤️
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@ingridnilsen 5 лет назад

This is something I've been giving a lot of thought towards and definitely have plans for a part two (or more). Let me know if you'd like to see something focusing on privilege as it relates to minimalism, how to cultivate a healthy relationship with owning things, or how to use the time and energy that had previously been occupied by shopping in more productive ways. These are all topics I'm talking about in my personal life and would love to open up and share with you all. Thank you for sharing books, other channels and resources for myself and everyone else to check out!

@jennjenn5678 5 лет назад

Ingrid, I love that you did a video on this as it's something that I've been thinking about lately as well. I would love to see a part 2 and was also curious how you manage this when it comes to gift giving. I tend to spend a lot in this area, but it makes me really happy to go shopping and pick out things that I think someone else will like. How do you manage gift-giving with a minimalist shopping lifestyle?

@Loeviis 5 лет назад

I would love videos on the topics you describe above. I'm a minimalist, been interested in minimalism and all things (that aren't things) that it can come with for about three years now. Love to hear your opinions!

@Loeviis 5 лет назад

@@jennjenn5678 I would like to give my thoughts... You can still give gifts. Gifts are also about the thought and love you put in it, not just the thing. Certainly when the people receiving them enjoy your gifts. If you would like to give different things, give experiences! That way you don't 'waste' things and get great memories!

@ruthsdyspraxiacontent4018 5 лет назад

yes please to all and congrats to the 10 years on YT! Lovely message in the description. You really have a valid message to bring to YT which you have been doing

@Priya-titi 5 лет назад

Ingrid Nilsen I’ve been a fan for a long time and loved this video! I would appreciate a video on how you decide to let clothing go. I have a really hard time deciding if I’m going to use a piece in the future or not. Videos on minimalism and controlling hoarder instincts would be really cool to see! 💕

@jeanwhitehouse 5 лет назад

I feel like youtubers just promote Consummerism brands brands brands.. it's destroying our planet. I'm so happy you're influencing awareness. I've been watching you since the beginning. Fellow half thai ❤

@TheRibottoStudios 5 лет назад

I mean I get why-sponsors are part of how they get paid. Only so much comes from Ad Sense. Its why you gotta follow Philip DeFranco's advice and not keep all your eggs in one basket.

@alysiasanchez8213 5 лет назад

Seriously right, I hate when their thumbnails say products you NEED

@mzudsiri 5 лет назад

Yes! this! Only I'm full Thai but a banana at heart.

@aoutsky 5 лет назад

Minimalism is just another bandwagon they are jumping on to garner more views. In a couple of years, it will be a new trend. At the end of the day, they're in it for the 💲💲💲

@sunshinefashionlove 5 лет назад

YES YES YES!!!!

@katiexxpaige 5 лет назад

I started noticing how much food my family was wasting. We wouldn’t save leftovers, we had food sitting in the pantry forever untouched, and produce going bad before in the fridge. I committed to a 30 day no grocery challenge where I bought no groceries other than basic perishables (bread, milk, fresh fruits/veggies, and some routine toddler snacks) it was so hard the first week to break the habit but by the end I was so glad I did it because it gave me my passion for cooking back and helped me break my “buy whatever I want” mentality

@jessicagallagher5999 5 лет назад

Hi Ingrid, I want you to know that I was subscribed to you years ago but unsubscribed because I couldn’t relate to all of the hauls and consumerism. I stumbled across this and really enjoyed the message. I resubscribed :)

@deb_aspinall 5 лет назад

Jessica Gallagher echo that x

@AA-xc2zz 5 лет назад

Same!

@FashionistTan 5 лет назад

Same!!

@dianalopesmoreira2490 5 лет назад

I’m exactly the same ♥️

@Quarter_Turn 5 лет назад

This is actually exactly true for me, as well. But I haven’t resubscribed yet. Should I?

@tipsycat27 5 лет назад

we need to revert back to spending money on reliable, resourceful and humane products that will last years. Like how it used to be. A $120 dress to last 15 years, for example, rather than a $20 one to last just 1. It will encourage retailers to make better, higher quality products that don't abuse people or nature. We need to start calling out those 'haul' youtubers that spend $500 at H&M or Fashion Nova. Start acknowledging that the only reason youtubers are recommending us to buy products is so that THEY get paid, not because they care about promoting good brands.

@TheNicoliyah 5 лет назад

Totally agree, one of the minimalists that I watch suggested only buying clothes that you will wear at least 30 times, so now when I go shopping I always gave that thought in the back if my mind. I can't tell you how many times I have decided against purchases of fast fashion as u know they won't last 10 washes let alone 30! It has also meant I am buying fewer higher quality items

@shalinianand9570 5 лет назад

Tipsylou zz

@ninjaturtles12121 5 лет назад

What about weight changes and style? Shouldn't those be factors? Style from 15 years ago looks very outdated today back then everything had an elastic right under the bust and a flare and not that is very unflattering so yeah these just immediately popped into my head there are so many other changes 15 yrs is a very long time

@tipsycat27 5 лет назад

@@ninjaturtles12121 style and trends shouldn't be a major factor in your life. Sure, a little, like one statement piece a year, but not like buying loads of asos or cheap clothing all year. It's just common sense to know where your personal limits are, but to still be aware of the environment and human welfare. Weight loss/gain shouldn't be a major factor either unless pregnancy is a thing. Most people stay within a dress size or so for most of the time unless they have unhealthy diets.

@ninjaturtles12121 5 лет назад

@@tipsycat27 I constantly fluctuate in size year in and out based on a medical condition and medication I'm taking so it's definitely impossible for the average person to stay in the same size for 15 years studies have shown women gain an average around 7 pounds an year and men around 5 so yeah I get it shouldn't have to constantly keep buying but same dress for 15 years is absolutely impractical unless one is okay wearing faded colors (due to continously washing) ill-fitting and outdated silhouettes....

@KiraCyan96 5 лет назад

Boredom and loneliness have slowly but surely created a dangerous spending habit in me that has started to cause me massive anxiety. My brain automatically turns to surfing online stores or browsing in the shops when I feel like I have nothing else to do or no one to see, and frankly I just can't afford to keep going this way. Thank you for posting this video - I'm hopeful that seeing this will help me confront exactly why I'm doing what I'm doing next time I start towards my debit card...

@tinabietler 5 лет назад

Kira Sharp I have turned to reading instead of Online shopping. I am even planning on not renewing my Amazon Prime membership when it expires in a couple of months. It’s just too easy to click and have it magically show up. Now when I feel like shopping I pick up my Kindle and distract myself with reading. I by and download books that are about 99 cents to $1.99 so I don’t mind that. Also, I have noticed that I have definitely changed my RU-vid watching habits. Recently I unfollowed about a dozen RU-vidrs who were solely fashion and makeup pushers. I now follow several money managers, mommy bloggers, and recipe RU-vidrs instead. I am too easily swayed by what I see and had to remove the temptation.

@joellechiara 5 лет назад

totally!!!!!

@bflores091 5 лет назад

Kira Sharp ii

@laurenc9458 5 лет назад

Kira Sharp same! I online shop literally all day and when I’m in the car when someone else is driving. And I don’t have any friends so I go shopping. But I do have extra money to blow, so for me it’s more like I know I can but I have SO much stuff. My closet is about 20x10 and it’s literally full.

@laurenc9458 5 лет назад

Tina Bietler -A Happily Ever After I read a lot too so it doesn’t help stop my shopping lol

@Keepinitreal55 5 лет назад

I love when Ingrid spreads messages like this! She’s one of the few youtubers who’s using her platform for the good!

@twincherry4958 5 лет назад

But she doesn't get a lot of views a anymore , why?

@Keepinitreal55 5 лет назад

twin cherry algorithm change, everyone’s views have gone down

@mariemai2902 5 лет назад

If you have not already check out Kristen Leo, Shelbizleee, Sweet Potatoe Soul and Caitlin Shoemaker. the all have awesome channels.

@animarie9321 5 лет назад

keepinitreal If you haven’t seen Hannah Louise Postons channel, her channel is AWESOME!

@lilybeeyourself 5 лет назад

SO REFRESHING INGRID! This is an extremely important use of your influencer status, I am hugely environmentally conscious AND I love fashion and I think both can live harmoniously if we’re more aware of the effects of consumerism. I’ve been living my life like this for a while.

@neverforgetwhouwere 5 лет назад

LilyBeeYourself same here! So happy about this video:)

@spnikki16 5 лет назад

Someone enlighten me; how does this subject relate to the environment and sustainability?

@veronicaopland3512 5 лет назад

@@spnikki16 I recommend the documentary The True Cost, it hit me hard, I started crying lol. Haven't shopped anything excessive ever since. Now all I see walking through shops like H&M is people working in bad conditions almost earning nothing, girls working in factories instead of going to school, the earth being filled with all of these clothes, we wear and then throw away.

@aniko8092 5 лет назад

This whole thing can be shocking.... I love that fashion bloggers are starting to realize the importance of sustainability :)

@surlespasdondine 5 лет назад

To all those complaining that she's making a video about shopping less when you (the viewers) are broke and can't afford to shop: 1. It's STILL a good thing that she shops less than before, no need to shame her for having more money than you 2.There are many middle-class people who will be able to relate to this video so it's a useful video even if not everyone can relate 3. even people who are technically broke still spend money and are addicted to shopping very often - good for you if you don't but this video is ALSO helpful to people who have credit-card debt because of shopping. Instead of mocking or shaming her for spending a lot BEFORE, maybe give her credit for spending less NOW. AND for making this video. Not every idea is relatable for every single person.

@HengHuiMei 5 лет назад

When you're a college student and can't relate because shopping doesn't exist in your dictionary

@artlover5 5 лет назад

When after a year of not being in college you're still earning so little money, money doesn't even exist in your vocabulary and therefore can't relate

@maurapukiki 5 лет назад

When you're a normal human being that buys a new item when needed (like max. twice a year) and therefore also can't relate 😭

@shelbysimcha5867 5 лет назад

Heng Hui Mei ME hahahaha

@scottycaplan8122 5 лет назад

I am with you Shelby, Emma, Maurapukiki but listening this voice on YT, where consummerism (and a certain idea of beauty, by the way) is the law, is very VERY important

@maitesoto1953 5 лет назад

When you're a middle class student in a developing country and you've never related in your life because consumerism isn't as prevalent in your society and shit's expensive. (not saying her video is stupid or unimportant. It's very interesting and definitely something we should talk about more, just not something I can relate to at all)

@pieceful_puzzling 5 лет назад

Love the thumbnail because you are owning up to the fact that you were a serial shopper (like the rest of us) lol

@ashrafAyfa 5 лет назад

@vilmabrownie 5 лет назад

I've been planning to give myself a challenge for 2019: I'm not gonna buy clothes from stores anymore. I'm so tired of fast fashion and I'm worried of our beautiful planet. I'm not a massive shopper anyway but still... Buying clothes from flee markets, carboot sales and second-hand shops is SO MUCH BETTER for the environment. Bye bye planet-destroying materialism supportive hauls and hello environmentally friendly thrifting! Thanks for reminding me to make some rules for my challenge, Ingrid, because there is a few things in this challenge I'm giving myself! that I should think about a bit more. This was a great video! 💛

@greenkitty82 5 лет назад

vilmabrownie I agree. Beyondretro is a great site where you can buy good quality second hand clothing that goes as far back through the years to the 60s. I've bought coats, sweaters, tshirts from there which are totally unique of amazing quality at great prices and that you won't find on the highstreet. If I need something, I'll buy from there - I don't only get to be individual but I help the planet too. 🌎❤️❤️

@alliekharas138 5 лет назад

Hey Ingrid! Not to seem like I've missed the whole point of this video, but I'd love to see what items in your closet have been high quality enough to last you so long! I've been realizing that the large quantity of clothing I do have has been stressing me out because the vast majority of the items has something wrong with it - whether it's wear and tear, strange fit, or just not suiting my style. It also is stressful having so many options and seemingly endless laundry. I love your style and would love to see what items have lasted you and how you recommend whittling things down to avoid so much wasted money and clothing.

@tinabietler 5 лет назад

Alexandra Kharas About a year ago I embraced “cozy minimalism”. This is not a strict minimalistic doctrine where you aren’t allowed to own anything, but a more relaxed philosophy where I allow myself to own just enough and I fight clutter viciously. I live in Michigan so I need seasonal wardrobes just for survival, so I limit myself to about 25 pieces total for Spring/Summer and about 25 pieces of clothing for Fall/Winter. I try to stick to the one in one out rule, and to be bought I must absolutely LOVE the item. I used to just buy whatever fit, not anymore. I have forced myself to become super picky! I will say I have changed the way I do laundry now as a result. I no longer just throw items in the wash and hope for the best. I buy washable fabrics, spot treat immediately, use the gentle cycle more, and lay sweaters flat to dry and then fluff in the dryer on no heat once they are. It is a little more time consuming to do laundry in a way that prevents wear and tear but my clothes are definitely lasting longer. Also, I do most of my shopping from Kohl’s because I am not made of money.

@rosepetal34 5 лет назад

@@tinabietler you're still buying a huge amount of things though

@Andiau 5 лет назад

Alexandra Kharas I recommend Marie Kondo’s method!

@cisilver5982 5 лет назад

I stopped shopping a few years ago cause I was basically wearing the same thing everyday and rather spend my money on travel.

@yessiremon8050 5 лет назад

Ci Silver I could not have said it better myself!!

@luisasanchez2204 5 лет назад

Very clever!!!

@greenkitty82 5 лет назад

The experiences you get from travel will mean a million times more to you then you will ever get from a material item, believe me! ❤️🌎

@theminimalistninja 5 лет назад

I am currently on a yearlong shopping ban, because I want to spread the word about frugal living and this video give me life! ✨ Thank you so much for spreading this utterly important message! ✨

@ChristiPosner 5 лет назад

I wish you didn't feel pressure at all to keep up with the trends. I think you offer so much more to this world, other than trends and hauls. You have a unique gift of communicating the uncommunicated everyday issues to the average person, and I love that about you. Keep doing you!

@jemakan 5 лет назад

I'm so glad you posted this! I actually started to unfollow alot of youtubers that promote consumerism and fast fashion with these huge clothing hauls because I felt like it caused me to develop these bad habits as well.

@ariroxs 5 лет назад

I just dealt with a bug infestation at my apartment and I had to wash EVERYTHING (including dry cleaning). As I was putting my clothes back, I noticed...I don't wear half this stuff. So I went through and donated half of my clothes that didn't fit/I didn't wear in more than a year, and recycled anything that was damaged. I haven't been clothes shopping since unless I needed something just like you (pants that ripped or I am travelling somewhere with weather and I live in CA) and it feels so good. I also did the 6 month rule on bigger items and splurged and bought a Nintendo Switch recently and have never been happier!

@AnnaMarixpastellar 5 лет назад

Ariana Sigel I love that you bought a a switch lol i have one too! Friend code? 😂

@missreia 5 лет назад

I absolutely love your entire comment! There's something fulfilling about it. Well done, Ariana! Xo

@maralavellan7863 4 года назад

the bugs indirectly helped you out lol

@MaggieFromm 5 лет назад

Ingrid I love and appreciate this call for pause in a world full of hauls and unboxing. Thank you for allowing yourself to be vulnerable and share such thoughts I'm sure so many of us feel, but hate to admit. I recently did a social media clean up and unfollowed many accounts that were constantly promoting excessive shopping and consumerism because I found myself feeling FOMO and wanting things I didn't need. Thanks for sharing that article and your experience!

@mscourtney616 5 лет назад

Yes Ive been thinking about it recently too. I need to do another email cleanse of all the retailers who send me emails advertising their products. It does have an influence on me because when I see the promotional emails, it does make me want to shop because a sale is going on .

@janninecarter2533 5 лет назад

Love this

@Crismsu11 5 лет назад

I love this type of content since I have also been on a journey of spending less. I was addicted to shopping, to the point where I was spending money I didn’t have. I finally realized that it was lowering my quality of life and my credit score, so I removed the temptations as much as I could. I quit going to websites just to browse and deleted most of my clothing apps. When I got bored and was tempted to shop, I replaced it with art. I took up painting and learned to draw. Now, I realize that art brings me so much joy, and it doesn’t cost me nearly as much as my shopping addiction did. I’m like you. I will shop occasionally, but I definitely set boundaries. I have found that I don’t desire it as much since I removed many of the temptations and replaced it with other activities. I would love to see more videos on this type of content. It is really helpful as I continue on my journey, and I’m sure that it would be helpful to so many others as well. 😀

@DerZeitverschwender 5 лет назад

To me, stopping to shop wasn’t even an active decision. It was more a shift of interest. I realized one day that i hadn’t bought any new clothes except for socks or underwear in over a year. I was still happy with my wardrobe though. I have since started to actively invest in items that will last me for ages and are often second hand or by sustainable brands. But that’s pure luxury for me. I rebuy worn out jumpers that I’ve loved until they’ve fallen apart. I one day decided I would only ever wear the same ten outfits to work and never worry about what to wear to work again. It was supposed to be a test but I’ve done it for almost two years now. It wasn’t an anti shopping decision, it was just a time management thing. Maybe once you’ve found a style you’re happy with, you don’t need to explore anymore.

@YoyoBear12 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for acknowledging the fast consumerism that is happening right now. After watching the documentary “The True Cost” I stopped going to the mall, I no longer shop at forever 21, H&M, and other major stores. I also noticed that I didnt really need new clothes so I stopped shopping for a moment. I even started frequently using my two re-usable bags. Like you said this opened more time for me to do other things and found myself cooking more, cleaning the house more. I gihly re ommend watching the youtuber Kristen Leo - she is the queen of thrifting and I think you’ll like her.

@freethetomatoes 5 лет назад

Kristen Leo on YT has a lot of videos on ethical fashion and how wasteful the industry actually is. I think it would be amazing if you would collab with her or make a video on this as you have a larger platform and can reach more people.

@Loeviis 5 лет назад

Yeah! That would be awesome, she's great :-)

@leonorleitmann 5 лет назад

OMG yess Love that girl

@YoyoBear12 5 лет назад

YES!! she is amazing 💙

@elzawithasmile 5 лет назад

I actually just wanted to write about her as well. Love that girl.🌼🌼

@chloe-mariek2488 5 лет назад

agree she's an icon

@ourhomeadventure1522 5 лет назад

SEE this is why i have CONTINUED to watch you since i was 20-21 and i am 27 now, you are SUCH A TRUE person, and i can not stand how many you tubers MAKE IT and preach about being humble but they post every second about how they spend like they run water. It makes NO sense, of course to each their own but then just don’t preach. Being a minimalist is SUCH an incredible feeling if you have or don’t have money. I LOVE IT and i LOVE you!!!! Amazing!

@Sunberriyu 5 лет назад

I love just listening to your thoughts on that kind of topics, or any topic. I think you always have very thought out and valuable opinions to give. I miss the podcast but I am glad you are able to make this sort of videos now and I hope you'll make more like this

@missreia 5 лет назад

Crossing my fingers that, if she's still interested, Ingrid will start another podcast (or at least become a columnist for a newspaper maybe?) in NYC soon. I think I can listen to (or read) anything Ingrid has to say for the reasons you mentioned as well as that she is very well spoken and chooses chooses her words (and apparently how to spend her time) carefully. She is also a personal growth icon (

@MsStefania95 5 лет назад

omygosh I so feel u on this one. I came to a point where I can afford to buy high end stuff but I don’t want to buy any. My addiction for shopping is gone! I just spend my money on food and travels. I also have cut following or watching influencers/youtubers, I realized I don’t need all this material things to be happy 💋much love 💕

@c7loo105 5 лет назад

You have always inspired me. I have been a subscriber since 2011 and as the years went on I learned new habits from you and gained new insights. You have been a light in my life many times when I was in dark places. Thank you for sharing so much with us and being a great friend. I haven't met you, but I feel as if you are my friend. I celebrate your successes and feel compassion for you when you are troubled. Your videos are my favorites and depending what I'm going through, I rewatch certain ones to get encouragement, inspiration, direction, advice, and to lift my spirits. Thank you!

@jchai20 5 лет назад

I've been watching you here on youtube land over the years. And what I love about your videos is your self-reflection, honesty, and vulnerability.

@49malene 5 лет назад

I already appreciate this video SOO much - i was actually thinking about this for a while, I try my best to buy thrifted items to reduce the waste that high-end clothing companies contribute to. I've also become more conscious of what I wear, making sure I love everything I have and not just buy something out of impulse that I'll never wear again. Minimalism was so much healthier for me emotionally and financially. I 100% AGREE with the fact that we buy so many things based on how we feel and it's soooo much healthier to get down to the root problem rather than covering it with materialistic items. I always ask do i REALLY need this or am i just sad right now ? Getting this response from someone like you who is a fashion icon (to me at least) is so inspirational and eye-opening thank you

@missreia 5 лет назад

Ingrid is a fashion icon in my book too : ) Could you please say a little more about how minimalism turned out to be emotionally healthier for you? Xo

@49malene 5 лет назад

@@missreia yea sure ! I used to buy so many things that I didn't need and although they are organized in my room, I realized the more I got rid of things I don't truly love - the more I felt at peace with my life. Whenever I felt sad, overwhelmed, stressed, or even just bored (like Ingrid mentioned) I would add value to my life by buying things and in turn, it only made those issues a lot worse for me. I slowly started to realize I should tackle where my stress, boredom, sadness, etc. is coming from and improve those areas of my life (for example spending time with my friends to destress or even just meditate instead of going on a shopping spree). Once I began ONLY keeping things I genuinely wear, love, and use on a daily basis I felt so much lighter and happier because I knew I put a lot of time and love into every piece in my home and it's not just JUNK. I now love the majority of what I wake up to and it's really mentally freeing & allows me to be more productive/happier every day. I would recommend watching Minimalism on Netflix :) they really go in depth about it

@missreia 5 лет назад

@@49malene thank you.

@kellyalv593 5 лет назад

Yessss you took the words out of my mouth! Seeing other minimalist speak on this subject makes me happy:))

@angelajang1 5 лет назад

Wow convincing your fans not to consume is very refreshing since most of your income probably comes from brand deals. It'd be much harder to get those now ... sacrificing your income to teach your others to live well is really inspiring. I don't think I can ever do that...

@sarabeasley2480 5 лет назад

I’ve followed you for a long time and I have to say that your content recently has been some of my favorite by anyone ever! I feel like I’ve grown with you. I love that you’re sharing things like this that you’ve obviously put a lot of thought into and that makes me think about myself and my own life. 💛

@ahainjay 5 лет назад

This is such a well timed video for me. I’ve been having so many conversations with women recently - friends, colleagues, literally a career coach last night - about not punishing myself for simply growing, evolving, and changing my perspective on something to better suit who I am now, not who I have been in the past. Acknowledging that has been the biggest catalyst for growth for me in this past year.

@TuMadre6995 5 лет назад

it's funny bc when i was 16 and had my first job, you were my favorite youtuber ever (this was like 2011-13). every time i got my paycheck i would go straight to ulta and spend a significant chunk of that money on all of your latest 'favorites' and other products featured in your latest videos. glad to see this video of yours.

@SuzyQ1129 5 лет назад

I can relate 100% to shopping when I am feeling sad or lonely or if I want to escape from what I'm going through at the moment. I see something I like I feel like buying it will make me happy but the truth is, 99% of the time, that happy feeling is only temporary and I'm right back to feeling whatever it is I was trying to escape from.

@julianita34 5 лет назад

I admire how conscious you are about life, especially about how to grow and be the best version of yourself. You are a truly an inspiration.

@kelocampov 5 лет назад

I used to love watching your hauls many years ago when you first started. Over the years I became more informed and aware of the fashion industry, the ethics, and the social impact that it has on humanity and the environment. Due to this, I stopped following a lot of fashion RU-vidrs that no longer aligned with my views, including your channel. This video just popped up on my feed and after watching it, I am so happy at how you have matured and how your lifestyle choices and channel have become so informed about issues. Thank you for acknowledging what a big impact this lifestyle has had on the world and for sharing it with your viewers ❤️

@VenetiaLaManna_ 5 лет назад

I’m so here for this!!!👏👏👏

@DuckieBaker 5 лет назад

It’s so easy to drink the koolaid. When you look at stores and all the stuff that’s in them one can see how you can get caught up in it. I think it’s so healthy to question what we buy like : is this a need or a want ? And it’s great to use things as a reward too and for me if I have saved up for something it feels so good to buy it ! I’m also someone who picks up something walks around the store with it and then decides “do I really need this “ . And even in the media in regards to the Royals it’s like “ omg she is re wearing that dress she wore at this persons birthday “ it’s so goofy 🙃. And watching these RU-vid creators spend spend and get all these clothes it’s truly mentally exhausting like I honestly sometimes have to mute the person because I need a break . Anyway Ingrid thank for this video! It’s refreshing and real.

@alwaysaboutthejourney 5 лет назад

I love how your channel has evolved. I have been watching you forever and it has been wonderful to watch you change and grow. Thank you for being honest and open and genuine.

@estherlane3925 5 лет назад

Such a beautiful message! I really appreciate the reminder to not punish ourselves for not being perfect. I love moving towards caring for the environment by buying less and using less plastics, and have sometimes beat myself up for 'failing'/ buying the wrong things. TI'm now feeling inspired to enjoy the journey and learn as I go. Love you content!

@TheLauren1113 5 лет назад

I have really been enjoying your content lately Ingrid. I think this video was really good.

@jjbenna 5 лет назад

It's the same excuses for eating. Being mindful before eating is very mind openning.

@TheNicoliyah 5 лет назад

Been subscribed for many years, butvdint often comment. It's been wonderful to watch your journey and as someone who has gone from shopping addict to semi minimalist, I can totally relate. I feel like minimalism is growing into a huge movement and with the rate we are destroying the environment, it's not a bad thing

@ndayani 5 лет назад

incredible video - you addressed so many things in an authentic and relatable way. I’ve been watching you for years and I love the way you’re leaning into the changes you’ve made to your value systems. Thank you!

@francenev7193 5 лет назад

I can really identify with this! Since some weeks i also have the "rule" (can't think of a softer word....) when it comes to shopping: 1. Do i really need it? 2. Can i get 2nd hand it in a good condition (i live in germany and we have a great 2nd hand platform "Kleiderkreisel")? Only if i really need it OR REALLY want it for several weeks and cannot find it 2nd hand, then i will buy it from a store. I never would have thought that you try to shop less, but i am so pleasantly surprised! Would LOVE more re-styling videos and more videos about the staples in your closet (oh and also with skincare!).

@laaarock2076 5 лет назад

Yaaay, gebe dir so recht mir kleiderkreisel 🙌☺

@andreaazurin5239 5 лет назад

As I got older, I realized that material things are not that important. I used to buy expensive handbags, bought clothes and makeup regularly.... Although I still do that, it is to a much lesser extent than I used to. Like you, I now spend more money on experiences. Your perspective changes as you grow up I guess.

@woolhatlovebeads 5 лет назад

i LOVE your natural makeup!! you look so pretty :) i love your re-styling videos! i never really liked hauls unless it's thrift or vintage hauls, so the restyling videos are much more my speed. i love how thoughtful and sincere you are through trying new things.

@artinverted572 5 лет назад

i gained so much respect for you while listening to you talk about this issue, it's troubling me a lot and i'm glad it's finally being discussed! thank you for being such a good example and using your platform for the good 💛

@selenasel3261 5 лет назад

I'm very proud because iam one of this group

@sonatak304 5 лет назад

Yup! What did it for me is the documentary The True Cost and seeing that people worked in such horrible conditions putting their lives at risk just to make my next new shirt! People actually died during the collapse of one of these factories and the brands said “well we didn’t know” No way! I cannot live with that. So now I ONLY. buy from companies who care about their people, the planet and being a force for good. I don’t throw away my old stuff because that’s not good for the planet but I am not getting anything fast fashion anymore. I care about my brothers and sisters on the other side of the globe. Hopefully if Ingrid talks about this more people will care. Being curious is a first step.

@bubblepopelectric199 5 лет назад

This and your coming out video. You deserve a freaking award for how postivaly you impact people. Love it

@maggiepubols 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for addressing this! The feelings and thought you're having are things I've been struggling with a lot. I've stopped watching most youtubers because of the consumerist culture being created. Thank you for listening to your conscience and being so open about it!

@eelkev.8547 5 лет назад

The part where you talked about loneliness really hit home cause I feel it too often. One thing that confused and worried me though is that you feel that way even when you are in a relationship. I sometimes feel like my issues with loneliness will be solved when I’m no longer single and when I live with my boyfriend but I’m now worried that might not happen hearing you talk..

@annam9840 5 лет назад

It depends why you're feeling lonely. Personally, as an independent introvert, I have felt lonely almost all my life. I feel lonely when I think no one shares my thoughts and feelings, when I think nobody has my back, when I don't have someone to share experiences with, and when I think I don't have many people who love and care about me, etc. I have been in two long-term relationships, and in one of them I felt worse than when I wasn't in a relationship. Sure, you have someone to experience things with, but as in any relationship, there will be arguments when you can feel he doesn't understand or love you. And if the partner is not right for you, there will be the expectation, and no one to meet it. What helps me is to stay busy, be with my family and learning psychology. Sometimes, the mind can play some awful trick on you. P.S. Sorry for the long reply.

@katie4623 5 лет назад

I'm horribly lonely all the time when I'm single, but not when I'm in a relationship, even if I'm not with my partner all the time. I do think singleness seriously exacerbates loneliness.

@Keepinitreal55 5 лет назад

I literally blame RU-vid for my consumerism! All the clothes I have hanging in my closet with price tag still on them? Yep! RU-vid!

@missreia 5 лет назад

You can stop or at least reduce that problem...just as a reminder : )

@karenvalenzuelaaguirre7193 5 лет назад

keepinitreal own up that you decided to buy them. Don’t blame others.

@lettynoguera3233 5 лет назад

Specially these fast fashion websites, won't be going down that lane again 🙄

@Keepinitreal55 5 лет назад

ya ya, take a joke people. A joke with truth to it. I'm sure it affects millions of viewers. There's a reason why companies are willing to pay hundreds of thousands to influencers.

@cristianapais 5 лет назад

Give some thought to who you're watching! I did that this year because I would find myself coming home from work, deciding to whatch some videos to unwind and my subscriptions would be haul after haul... So I cleaned my subscriptions and now I still have fashion and skincare/ makeup videos to whatch, but from women who are teaching something, or at least do more out of life than buying stuff to wear once and forget about, just to buy another version of the same thing again.

@laoisesaid 5 лет назад

I really loved this video, I have been feeling all of the emotions you've mentioned. And as I too approach my 30th year of existence I have been exploring how I can be more intentional about everything in my life and that includes my wardrobe as well. Thanks for the thoughtfulness.

@christinecho779 5 лет назад

This video is a great wake up call for me. I’ve been feeling stressed out and that I don’t have time for myself. I’ve been shopping whenever I feel frustrated or unhappy. I know I do this, but it’s a hard habit to break. I’m going to come up with a list of ways to cope with my feelings, and to find pleasure and stress relief from other activities. Thanks Ingrid!

@RoseanneB13 5 лет назад

Please look into animal agriculture next x

@user-mi6uk6br8s 5 лет назад

i agree! for me it was other way around (first veganism and then - minimalism) I kind of feel a bit sad that I didn't thought about it before haha

@AmyGodBlessAmerica 5 лет назад

God Bless our farmers.

@mariemai2902 5 лет назад

definitely a bigger polluter than oil.

@Gresaaa 5 лет назад

@@AmyGodBlessAmerica god bless our vegetable, fruit and grain farmers*

@AmyGodBlessAmerica 5 лет назад

skeletondance ALL farmers.

@LeslieeOjedaa 5 лет назад

woke up in time!

@MsHumoresque 5 лет назад

This is spot on, Ingrid. Thank you for sharing. Shopping for boredom, loneliness and pressure is so relatable. It’s brilliant escapism but only temporary. I think good quality old clothes are like old friends and once you learn your style you develop a ‘uniform’ of a handful of pieces and go-to styles and outfits. It’s an amazing feeling to quit shopping. I did it this year and now I browse for pleasure with no intention of buying. It’s totally fun and liberating. Way to go girl xxx

@MeMommyEms 5 лет назад

I’ve been a minimalist for a year now and it bring so much joy and contentment. My space is neat and clean and my clothes, I wear them all. Best wishes for your path. I know you’re going to be fine.

@TheRibottoStudios 5 лет назад

.....I needed this video in my life. For me, MY rules, are: I only buy a video game a month-those are expensive. I buy clothes once every 3 or so months-usually only if I need it. I hardly ever buy makeup, only like once every couple months. It actually feels GOOD shopping like that-I used to compulsively shop and that's....SO bad.

@ingridnilsen 5 лет назад

Thank you for sharing yours! I think the "rules" really have to cater to our lifestyles in order to be long-term changes in habits that we feel good about!

@TheRibottoStudios 5 лет назад

@@ingridnilsen They really do cater to different styles. I use to just shop to make me feel good, when I realized that was what I was doing, to almost like combat depression in a way, and when I saw how much I racked up in my credit card WHAT a wake up call. So now I only use my credit for rent, food, pet supplies, the essentials. Once in a while I'll get something something for myself lol.

@fluximagery6500 5 лет назад

Same, after having kids and watching RU-vid..that was my community so I wanted to stay in the Sephora and clothes circle. No. More. I spend my time creating and creating experiences with friends and family. ☺️

@TheRibottoStudios 5 лет назад

@@fluximagery6500 I'm a gamer girl, so that's the one thing I'll continue to go and collect: only after I get my townhouse or actual house lol. Just don't have the space in my apartment for too many consoles. So for now I just have the xBox One, PS4, and Switch. I made a TON of friends through Pokemon and Sonic, so games will be the one thing I get whenever there's a new one for PS4 or switch out. But everything else-cameras, makeup, clothing, not all about that lol. Essentials and the occasional clothing haul, and games. That's it lol. Can't wait to see how much I save next year doing this type of thing.

@xpledgeturnprestigex 5 лет назад

I was wondering what your stance is on cruelty free items? I know you used to buy a lot from brands like l'oreal and maybelline and other drugstore brands, but have you changed your habits in that regard too? Just wondering because it isn't something I see many youtubers talking about, even ones who have pets and seemingly love animals. But i think it's really cool that you're cutting back on fast fashion and all of that :)

@zwoonkay 5 лет назад

So glad you made a video about this!! It is so important to have this curiosity and have these kinds of discussions. It would be super cool to see videos from you about ways to repurpose items or other ways to cut down your impact!

@teresahan2255 5 лет назад

INGRID I haven’t watched you for years, for no exact reason, it just happened. But watching this video made me fall in love with you all over again, this was so eye opening and exactly what I needed to hear while trying to be more sustainable myself. I love that you turned this into something positive and set realistic goals for yourself. Thank you for using your platform to speak about this ♥️

@hg-el9xj 5 лет назад

i’m going to try to apply these rules to my own shopping habits!

@sannipeltomaki4901 5 лет назад

You should look into minimalism. This could be a first step towards a minimalist mindset.

@strawberriedc 5 лет назад

I’ve been going through this reflective process myself recently and it was so nice to hear your take on it! So much of my shopping is tied to distracting myself from feeling certain ways that are uncomfortable for me. When it started negatively affecting my budget and future goals I had to take a deeper look at it and I’m so glad I did! Still just starting out and would love to see a continuation of this as a series 🙏🏻

@marysabonnema2593 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing! It's encouraging and refreshing to see someone sharing this message on youtube. It is important for us to pause and remember that we really don't need a lot of things, even though society tells us that we do. I love that you speak about choosing to find an experience over buying something, that really inspires me to do the same :)

@joo98765 5 лет назад

actually animal agriculture pollutes more than fashion industry! ofc both are bad for the enviroment and should be taken in consideration in one’s life and habits. eating plant based (or at least mostly plant based) is the most effective thing you can do if you want to live more enviromentally friendly :-) but this was a good video! its so important that we try to shop clothing only if we really need it, and stop buying fast fashion. and even if you need something, try to find it second hand before buying it new :-)

@trublue2952 5 лет назад

Fluer needs to see this video , that girl can shop

@nabilanoor7421 5 лет назад

julie ming most youtubers need to tbh

@AmyGodBlessAmerica 5 лет назад

Her life. Her money.

@christyandrews849 5 лет назад

Amy E our planet tho

@AmyGodBlessAmerica 5 лет назад

Christy Andrews You have no idea how her shopping affects the planet vs someone else’s. You do you. Let others do the same.

@maddiemcshinee 5 лет назад

THANK YOU INGRID! This is so incredibly important to me. Recently I've been trying to buy less clothes and when I do, buying more expensive and BETTER QUALITY items that will last for ages. It is so important for our planet to spread the awareness, and you have used your platform in such a great way. Thank you thank you thank you!

@BeHappyNoMatterWhat 5 лет назад

Ingrid I love that you are talking about this!!! The vast majority of popular youtubers are so disconnected with how their actions affect the planet. It's very unfortunate that young people aren't being encouraged to think about the impacts of their actions. And to be able to look inside yourself and understand your feelings is a skill that is so valuable no matter who you are. I feel like these kinds of messages are so important, especially coming from someone with so many followers, so thank you, thank you thank you.

@msanders49 5 лет назад

I challenge you to stop listing "what i'm wearing". By encouraging others not to over-consume, you can have a bigger impact than restricting your own shopping habits.

@pleasejustdream 5 лет назад

It’s wild how different our lives are. I can barely afford a full outfit at times or food and you have to control how much you purchase 😂 good for you. I wish I have your problems one day

@shespartan 5 лет назад

if you're going to be salty about RU-vidrs lives then don't give views

@pleasejustdream 5 лет назад

MMM C without my views love she wouldn’t have money for her habit. I’m not salty it’s just a fact. I. WISH. I.HAD.HER.PROBLEMS. and if you’re going to be salty about my comment don’t give it your time then 🤷🏻‍♀️

@jozsacsilla 5 лет назад

Love these type of videos from you!! So honest and raw! I think it’s so important for everyone to hear about this, to have a different perspective on such common feelings and issues. Thank you so much! 💕

@2boysmom943 5 лет назад

You truly don't know how much I needed to hear your words. I have no idea how I came across your video but I am so thankful I did. I struggle with shopping to fill a void in my life for sure- didn't even realize it until you started talking about what shopping can cover up. Thank you Thank you Thank you! I am going to dig deeper into this and really try to change my unhealthy habits!

@livslovelylife3712 5 лет назад

RU-vid absolutely made me start shopping and it's absolutely disgusting

@sarahskrydstrup4263 5 лет назад

I haven't read all the comments, but I wonder if you, Ingrid, or anyone else has noticed that you've listed what you're wearing on your body and face. Doesn't this contribute to the problem you're discussing? Definitely could have left that out of the description box for this video. Just some food for thought.

@ruthsdyspraxiacontent4018 5 лет назад

I did notice this too, however much I loved the video! It made me think too and I'm glad that you've mentioned it :) but I can see both sides of that one

@sunnyd1928 5 лет назад

Deeper thought.. Could leave it out of every video not just this one :) i do like the direction shes going with this video

@YoyoBear12 5 лет назад

trust me what she is doing is a rabbit hole. I was the same way. I started with minimalism 2 years ago and now I am starting to look in to sustainable eco-friendly make up/beauty and bath products. Its a journey. ❤️

@m.mrtono 5 лет назад

I am with you, but at the same time I'm thinking if she just purchases those high end stuffs that she does like and lasts longer? 🤔🤔 hmmm

@jennyherzog9872 5 лет назад

You're right!

@JuanitaTemprano 5 лет назад

This really made me think... Now that you're saying it, I can see myself in a lot of that. Especially the shopping to avoid feeling lonely or sad... So inspirational! Thank you!

@curiouspipistrelle 5 лет назад

Thank you so much Ingrid for sharing these important messages. RU-vid has become such a sad place for proliferation of consumerism.. hauls, ads, product placement.. this is really a breath of fresh air THANKYOU

@amcluesent 5 лет назад

So basically what every normal wage earner does

@Keepinitreal55 5 лет назад

amcluesent not at all! There’s many people who literally waste most of their paychecks shopping

@marynorton6068 5 лет назад

keepinitreal exactly just go into primark/penneys and look at the amount of stuff people are buying on any given day

@bonnie9109 5 лет назад

Because of sweatshops and crappy production in the fast fashion industry, lots of fast fashion is very cheap which means that normal wage earners are able to buy lots of it unfortunately!

@aleecortes9434 5 лет назад

You would think. But with stuff like drugstore makeup, and fast fashion is really easy to drop 5dlls here, 3dlls there, 10 bucks in whatever, at the end of the month you have a pile of cheap crappy "trendy" shit. Also, don't forget credit cards, a lot, A LOT of people are living above their means.

@pyrogummybear37 5 лет назад

I know plenty of people who work regular jobs who waste so much money buying things they don't need. Consumerism effects all economic levels.

@sailorjupiter4 5 лет назад

this is a lot better than certain youtubers who literally spend thousands of $$$ on sustainable clothing but it's still part of capitalism lol

@kelseylykowski 5 лет назад

Tadashi Stark everyone, including yourself, participates in capitalism ...

@littlesometin 5 лет назад

@@kelseylykowski What was the point of your comment? You participate in the economic system of the country you were born in, f course, you have no choice. But when you grow up, as a citizen you have the right to discuss that and change it. Anyway, point is these youtubers switch to sustainable clothing/make-up and just keep doing the same thing, just with more expensive stuff.

@kelseylykowski 5 лет назад

littlesometin i never said you can’t discuss it? i was merely pointing out that there literally is no way to avoid participating in capitalism so it’s kinda pointless to say it like it’s a bad thing when it’s just a fact of life.

@littlesometin 5 лет назад

@@kelseylykowski it's not a fact of life, there are countries that have other economic systems

@kelseylykowski 5 лет назад

littlesometin and ingrid is in the us which is what the original comment was referring to as was i so my point still stands.

@jessicacanalescervera4595 5 лет назад

I am loving how much you have evolved. You are not just giving advice on small things, you are giving advice and guidance to a more sustainable way. Thank you so much for those magical videos. Keep working and giving us a way of acceptance and respect.

@jlee2905 5 лет назад

I really love this influence you're giving to the youtube community. And I really am glad to see a popular youtuber like you doing it because it is so easy to get "free stuff" and unknowingly influence other people into wanting the kind of wasteful lifestyle.

@SusanAshleymason 5 лет назад

For you, this sounds like depression to me and carries a tone of self-loathing for your feelings and reactions to those feelings. For others, just a normal way of managing money.

@TheNeddlove 5 лет назад

.... Because you get sent hella free stuff!! 😂😂😂😂

@yellowapple30 5 лет назад

This video really resonates with me and encourages me to really consider my lifestyle. I don’t have the income to haul in my life, but I still have an unhealthy relationship with shopping. The fact that you made this a positive post while addressing the way we can be so hard on ourselves has made an impact on me.

@kjwashington6387 5 лет назад

I’m so proud of you!!! You’ve come a long way and I think promoting awareness is such a positive step for you and your career

@kit-kat9466 5 лет назад

Why can't you shop resale if you need things and learn to repair your clothes as well? Please identify that you stopping shopping for emotional reasons is a privilege as the majority of people in poverty live like this NOT by choice.

@katie4623 5 лет назад

I can't stop looking at the area between her eyebrows. It's so flat!

@ciel88malva 5 лет назад

I follow you for years and years, today I want to say gosh it’s beautiful to get older and mature and to think better. Minimalism is something I’ll never be able to practice because I do like shopping, but I really want to buy wisely. This video is very supportive and helpful. Thank you Ingrid, it is so rare a youtuber spreads a message like you do🤗♥️♥️

@DeeGeeDoll1 5 лет назад

I just resubbed to you. I think you are completely on point when it comes to taking pause and really thinking about what in us makes us go shopping, because most of the time we really don’t need anything. There was a large part in my life where I would shop to keep up with trends and feel worthy. I realize now that I don’t need to have the newest things to feel great about myself and feel worthy. I shop rarely now, and when I do I get something I really like and mostly at thrift stores (underwear and shoes excluded). I learned a lot about myself and the internal things I needed and still am learning to work on. It was also shocking how much time I have now that I’m not online or wondering around the mall. I now enjoy what I have so much more. Love this so much girl!

@OSheaPunk 5 лет назад

As you're in the process of frivolously decorating an apartment paid for with sponsorships that encourage waste and overspending. Ok 👌🏻

@annam9840 5 лет назад

Please tell me more. What do you believe she advertised that is wasteful? She said in the video she doesn't accept gifts she doesn't need. What are you referring to?

@Skelem0 5 лет назад

@@annam9840 watch her insta stories.

@tarynbrown7325 5 лет назад

Most people have to live like this anyway....must be so hard for you to find somewhere else to spend your thousands of dollars...smh.

@morgansapp 5 лет назад

Many people have shopping addiction who CAN'T afford it, either. Think about how people get into credit card debt.

@shirale68 5 лет назад

This video was so beautiful and important. I've been watching you i think since I was like 16 or less and I am 21 now , and to think back at your videos then and your videos now I'm just blown away by how you have grown into this really mature insightful youtuber. I feel like I've grown with you through the years and I find that so great. Love what you're promoting and I hope other youtubers will also be inspired by it.

@Chamberlains2Go1 4 года назад

I love this so much. Thank you for being so open and honest and going to the hard places in yourself. What a beautiful reminder. This is changing my life

@normalnat3740 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for this!! So few influencers would talk about buying LESS, but your constant search for meaningful life lessons and how to better impact the world around you is so inspiring and encouraging. I’m really considering doing this in 2019 and you make it feel so much more possible. Thanking you for putting empowering people over selling to people. You’re most definitely my favorite online influencer. Keep it up girl!!! ❤️

@Stephanie-ki5oz 5 лет назад

Had a very similar journey! I can't believe how not purposefully I was living before and how I could never go back! It's a lot of emotional work but you start to feel good and follow that wave. I feel so happy with my life now and am happy you've gone through this too!

@user-sp4fb3lb2b 5 лет назад

Such an amazing message Ingrid. You’re an OG youtuber and the way its all changed with paid ads has made the community all about consumerism. Thank you for this video🙏🏽

@nancewhx 5 лет назад

Thank you, Ingrid for this video. I'm glad to see a big RU-vidr finally talking about this. I agree that we don't need to stop our shopping desires completely but be mindful of why we are buying. Thank you for turning your channel into a platform for teaching self-care and being environmentally and being a better human being. You are awesome!