You’re newly one of my favorite minimalists. The way you deliver your videos, relaxed, simply being you. You remind me to return to the items I’m having a hard time letting go of, and it’s becoming easier. Your positive contribution is deeply appreciated.
Really appreciate your perspective as a minimalist who lives with non-minimalists, because that describes myself as well. It ends up being a balance where the house has more things than I would like to have but others in the house would prefer that we have even more.
The most relatable thing about this video for me was the type of objects your own and obviously value. They are similar to my valued items... I just need to reduce my number/volume/weight of items first! :)
. i enjoy living towards minimalism . it feels so free to have less . and the items you chose are all significant i think . of course they would vary according to age . for example i don't own a bicycle any more .
Great explanation! My husband is open to being more minimal, but it took us two weeks for him to let go of our three extra sets of silverware and our 4th spatula. So I'm learning to focus on the possessions that are definitively mine and let our shared family possessions be. I do still pose the question of if we need 3 spatulas, but if he says yes I let it go and accept that he would like 3 spatulas, even if I wouldn't chose that.
Exactly! Sometimes it is just good to have your things to focus on, because especially in a relationship there will be more success in the end if both partners can move at their pace! ☺
I find very cool that you dont feel guilty for having stuff, you simply have the things you need and really want to have. I think thats the real purpose of minimalist, to only keep what you give a value to. Short story: I always keep letters and drawings or things my friends from school give to me, and a few weeks ago I was organizing my stuff and I found that I have a lot of these things. I found it interesting how many of these letters have no value for me anymore because either were given by people who are not friends of me anymore, or were unimportant things. I decided to just keep the ones I truly want for now. So yeah, as you said at the end of the video, it is interesting how in the future you see what you used to have and how has it changed! Great video, Lia. Keep safe:)
Oh yes, I can relate so much! I had so many letters but never went back to read all of them. Eventually, I kept a few that represent all the feelings I had for them and they are now stored with my childhood photos and I have the same memories, just less stuff ☺
I just recently found your channel. I don't usually comment on youtube. However, I really appreciated a video I could relate better with. I have a son as well and husband. We do try to live a minimal life, but you have to have some things to function. Also I think as long as what you have is what you use and enjoy then that's what is right for you. We always just try to live as intentional as possible! Great, honest video!
Oh, thank you! I think that is a really great attitude towards stuff! It is so easy to compare with other people's lives that are so different so I am glad I could show you how I handle it ☺
I love your style of minimalism. I’m am very intrigued by minimalism, but I am not a minimalist. I think you personally own very little and I can tell you are very thoughtful in your purchases/consumption. Though I’m not a minimalist I did a year of not buying durable items. Friends and family received quilts and other items I made from my stashes of stuff or they got gift cards or experiences (ie: I’d take them to dinner, a concert, a play, etc.) I don’t know why I didn’t continue that after the year was over. Maybe I’ll do it again for 2021. I had been watching another RUclipsr minimalist but I unsubscribed from her channel because she was always decluttering her house and throwing away lots of items that are recyclable. When she constantly throws large amounts of stuff away, it doesn’t match with my idea of minimalism. That being said, I’m sure she does own less than I do. I likely would’ve kept watching her videos if she’d at least make the effort to recycle or donate items. One of the things that attracts me to minimalism, is that it is better for the planet. My ideal self would be a minimalist who follows a whole food, plant based diet, and doesn’t use petroleum to get around. Maybe one day! This is longer than I expected, mostly I want to say I love your videos and am glad I found your channel. You are an inspiration.
Have you spent much, if any, time in the US, by chance? I feel like you would be horrified at the full garages, basements, and storage units ;). Of course, you are so great at being non-judgmental... so let’s say “shocked” instead of “horrified”. The second “beer and soda fridge” in the garage, the mounds of spare blankets and linens, the insane amount of bath and beauty products for one person-stacks and stacks of these, endless bookshelves, etc. And your honesty and complete candidness is adorable: “I also use the shower curtain.” 😅
This is great. It's the first video by a minimalist I've seen that shows how you can do it in a household amicably when you live with family members who do not have interest in living minimally. It's inspiring.
Thank you! I really wanted to add this video to the whole "everything I own" discussion for that reason! Because I think a huge amount of people that have an interest in minimalism live with other people and most of the time they are not both in the exact same page when it comes to stuff ☺
You really stay organized. You really don't own very much only what you need personally. I probably have much more than you do personally that's mine. I am female, 55 years old, and I can say items accumulate over the years and I do gradually declutter. I need to declutter more. I like how you have the simple needs and declutter well. Thank you so much for sharing. I enjoy your content and it motivates me!
So inspiring! I want to live a lighter life with less worry for physical possessions. This way of life seems to be just what I have been looking for! Thank you for sharing : )
Oh, wow! That is super impressive 😍 I own more in crafts supplies than you have overall 😅 I do a lot of handmade stuff and I have paints, thinners, pastes, boxes filled with all kinds of things to create jewelry and many other stuff... Wow, I feel a bit depressed now that I realise how many stuff I own. I really need to start declutering. I have a lot of plushy toys as well. 🥺 I really need to start letting things go. Thank you for sharing this video! You are amazing!
I'm not a minimalist in all aspects of my life and I definitely have a lot of pieces in certain categories but... I actually have about the same amount of paperwork, drawings and camping gear as you do :) so that's kinda cool for me to see
The thing about minimalism is that it should be a way to free yourself from your things. But almost every "minimalist" presentation I have seen was about their things -- exactly the opposite. It is not how many possessions you own that matters. What matters is, how many things own you.
Thank you so much for sharing! I totally understand you. No one else in our family is into minimalist and it often drives me bonkers to see everyone bring so much stuff into the house. I own a lot more than you. I'm a professional musician and vocal coach, so I have a piano, an e-piano, PA equipment, and a recording studio setup. I think having exactly what you need - no more and no less - still makes you a minimalist. It's very inspiring to see how other people live minimalism.
Oh yes, I totally agree! Also, I think you are absolutely right when it comes to the definition of minimalism. Or at least when the perfect amount is a lot, you could still call it "essentialism". Anyways it is always the best decision to figure out what we need because if we have these things (and only these things) I think our lives are a lot lighter and easier and most of the time a bit better 😉
Thank you! That was exactly the intention of this video because I think all of us interested in minimalism can use inspiration from different sources and solutions ☺
Nice video Lia 😁 Great job! That's actually one thing, that bothers me a bit: that mostly only digital nomads do this kind of videos...but of course, if you're traveling around the world and changing country every few months, you don't have the same needs/lifestyle then someone who lives in his own apartment with a family. So thanks a lot for sharing all your personal belongings - it was really interesting 😊 And NO you definitely have not to much stuff 😉 I'm super impressed, that you can get along with so little! Just my arts/crafts stuff alone is on BIG moving cardboard box (not to mention all the other bits and bobs I have) 🙈🙈🙈
Must feel so good not owning so much stuff. I'm still in the process of decluttering but like you my family doesn't have the same mindset as me. My Son actually loves collecting everything, so we're trying to find a good medium so we can all be comfortable in our house. Thanks for your video :)
Oh yes, my son loves collecting things as well! It is definitely a lot of work figuring out how everybody can feel accepted and at home in the same apartment if the tastes and feelings about stuff are very different. But talking about it and finding a solution is definitely worth it! ☺
I really like you're positive Character! You made me smile😊 thank you for the video! I don't live minimalistic but I try to get rid of things that I really don't need or love and I also try to reflect more on what one actually needs versus what one just really really likes to have and it's been great for reconnecting with the things that I own. Great video, thank you!
Your things are not too much Lia. As long as you use those things and love them then keep them. Nothing is worse than clutter in life, not to mention how much dust it collects. Enjoy your week.
This video just made me realize how much stuff I own... My clothes would be that pile not to mention other stuff. I declutter so often but somehow I just keep around the same amount everytime. I don't understand why. Very nice video
Thank you! I have the same feeling sometimes... And we always have a "decluttered" pile somewhere in our apartment. I think we have to be super careful with the things we bring into our home... Maybe mentally think about your front door as a border and every time you cross it you have to think about if you have something to declare 😉
Thank you for this video. I had just been thinking about a lot of extreme minimalist videos I have seen where the person owns X number of things, but shows them using cooking equipment, etc, which they obviously use but don't technically own. I appreciate you sharing this and creating a frame work to better appreciate "own" vs "use". Really enjoy your channel. Xox
Thank you! Exactly... I mean sometimes these extreme minimalists really only own a backpack worth of things. But most of them sleep in a bed and eat cooked food. And I think it is worth thinking about that too, even if it is a rented place/hotel and food at a restaurant. Everybody should do it how they feel best but thinking and talking about it can be interesting and make us understand each other and ourselves better ☺️
This is so commendable Lia. You have minimised a lot that it can fit a corner in your room. I am also inspired to declutter and eventually only keep those things which are needed and I use. This is excellent job! Just one advice for sentimental items, I have started to scan all cards, photographs so that I can part with them when they really become old
Yes, I have thought about that! I just never felt like taking on that huge task of digitizing everything. But eventually, I will! The only thing about the physical items I really love is the drawings from my childhood where it is kind of magic feeling the crayons on the paper... ☺
@@ecofriendlia Yes the childhood memories are so precious. I too have a book of poetry that I have written when I was in school.....I cannot discard that, it is so dear to me
I always feel inspired and motivated after watching one of your videos. I am often trying to decide what item I do not need any longer or what item I can get rid of. After seeing how minimal your personal possessions are, it should make it easier for me to let go of quite a few things, and that always feels good! Thank you again Lia :-)
Hi I own much more, but I like to keep track of it. I tried minimizing my belongings once but it wasn’t for me. I donated for example some children books and regretting it now. About what I have I try to make sure I enjoy everything I have and be cautious to not cludder. Really liked the video anyway :)
Thank you for shooting and sharing this! My goal is to live more or less like you do, a minimalistic lifestyle as a permanent resident in Italy (whith the hobby of travelling for brief holidays from time to time)
You have a very small amount of things you own. I have a lot more... But I live on a farm- we need more things. Even clothes I need more because of this. Also my children need more clothes for the farm and outside- they nearly never play inside - just being outdoor is the best all year Long. But I still call us essentialists. Because we work both fulltime in our Jobs and have children and the farm (biologische Mutterkuhhaltung) we love having as less as possible to have time and energy for the most important things in our lives (ourselves, our children, our animals). I still own a lot of clothes and shoes... just in my opinion... but Since 2015 I changed my Shopping attitude and habits so much. My Kids even hate going shopping. And we have no TV because I hate commercials. The most important lesson I learned: never compare yourselve to anybody. Focus on your journey towards Freedom, being content and selflove. Greetings from Austria 🌼
Oh, that sounds amazing! I never lived on a farm but definitely A lot more outdoors as a kid than we are able to now... But maybe one day...☺ I think that is a really important thing to never compare, it is fun for inspiration but in the end, all of us have to figure out what we need for our lives! And priorities and essentialism are great tools to define that! ☺ Greetings back from Germany!
Great video 😊i am also trying to be a minimslist, it is very helpful to have a relaxed mind also,are there any special tips of turning as a minimalist? plz let us know 👍
A great video, super interesting. I have quite minimalist wardrobe but I have sooooo much more stuff at home.. I need to do this too, I'm inspired now!
That was very interesting (and impressive in its minimalism). You’d have a nightmare if you came over to my place and saw the prodigious amounts of books, CDs and records, and DVDs, though!
@@ecofriendlia English is a completely crazy language and I know almost no German words. I just noticed you mentioned not knowing how to call tweezers in a few videos. 😁
Great video, thank you. Very inspirational! I also try to keep posesions to a minimum. It sounds like the rest of your house is also kept to a minimum, what things would you change? Another interesting video would be a day in your life. I try to live intentional as well xx
That's a LOT less than what I have. As a single office working American, I feel like I have WAY too much! Moving soon so I'm getting rid of some things but I know it's a journey.
Nice video! Your channel has quickly become my favourite actually :) I have no idea how much I actually own, because I live with my husband and son. But seeing your items, it must be a bit more. I do struggle a bit with parting with (too many) duplicates that I do love (but come 2nd after my favourite) - like socks or scarfs. Especially socks or underwear will get holes at some point and I'll need to buy new ones, or I should keep the ones I have now. What did you do regarding to this? I also find it hard to declutter camping gear. We/ I have gear for camping super light (walking or by kickbike), light (by bike) and "normal" (by car), partly because the super light gear is very convenient but also the least comfortable. Like a 3/4 vs fullsize mat, inflatable pillow vs nothing (using clothes as a pillow)... Any thoughts on that?
I m interested to know if your son (age?) has a minimal wardrobe and toys and how you and your partner make decisions concerning this, as I get the sense that your partner is not as minimalist as you are. BTW, you are a joy to watch, so woke and grounded!
My son (6) has a pretty minimalist wardrobe but quite a lot of toys... My son pretty much decides what he wants to have/declutter but of course, we talk about that. Since I am the most minimalist person in our household I am usually the one that would declutter the most but we just talk about it and don't force each other to do things they don't want. I would declutter more if I loved alone and they would have more if I didn't live here but luckily our preferences are not that different so that we always find a solution that works for all of us ☺
Do you own any books? I have so many books and it is sometimes hard to downsize in that category. Do you have a library card/another way of reading? Or are you not that interested in reading books? Thank you for your content.
I have only the ones I showed and once I am done reading them I will put them in an open bookshelf somewhere in my city so that other people can enjoy them. I love books, but I choose to not own them when I feel that I won't read them again. So usually I borrow books or pick them up at these bookshelves or buy them as an ebook or secondhand ☺
Just curious.. Have you ever tought about or tried washing your hair only with water? I am doing this myself for about 7 months and i think maybe you'll might like it for so far i have seen your video's. Oh and thanks for the video. It was interesting and fun to watch :)
Yes, you can check out the two videos I have on that topic, I think they are in the sustainability playlist. But I have to say that I have been struggling with it a lot, but right now I think I have found a solution that works for me ☺
@@ecofriendlia I feel you.. i've been struggeling a lot too for the first months. Now results are getting better and better. I've tried it about 2 years ago... no succes. This year i have succes. Now i am washing my hair only with water for 7 months. Finally my hair looks so good and i have no more problems. It's a journey, but totally worth it. I am glad you have found a solution what works for you :) I will check out the video's soon :)
I don't think you have many things. Do you think it's much? :) My mother is kind of a maximalist and I couldn't live with her anymore. She lives with ONE other person and alone they own about 25 cups and 15 drinking glasses. And they use them all and fill the dishwasher completely at least once a day. Instead of clean the cup with a bit water and use the same cup again. It makes me a little bit crazy when I visit them and I admire your calmness living with your non-minimalist family. :D
Oh, I can imagine that it seems so unnecessary... ☺ I don't think I own much, but it really depends on the perspective, if I wanted to travel full time it would be a way too much but measured at the average European/North American I think it is really a small amount ☺
I have been decluttering for years ☺ but yes, it is super nice to not have too much, to not worry about things, and struggle with packing and moving and things like that. So I wish you luck on your journey to the perfect amount of stuff ☺
Not really... I just try to drink enough water, not touch my face and wash it with water... Sometimes my skin looks great and sometimes I have some pimples. ☺
This video actually makes me think about the amount of effort I myself, but also a lot of other minimalists, put into their wardrobe. Even if you have such a reduced amount of things, the wardrobe is still not the biggest part of it... And for me, it will never be. For instance, I have more books than clothes and I keep them for my kid to grow up in a home with books (because I basically don't want to take that away from her, I kind of believe that it is not entirely my decision)... I feel such social pressure sometimes about this number of clothes thing and I've gotten a few comments on social media about it... but this encourages me actually... because after all, the number of clothes does get overrated so fast, doesn't it?
Totally... I think the wardrobe is just an easy place to start. But it's not the biggest part in numbers and definitely not in weight and storage space... But for many people, all the other things are maybe so overwhelming that focusing on clothes is easy. But also, everybody has to find a solution that works for them and minimalism is a journey after all ☺
Oh.. I have been flying once with it but usually I avoid planes and go by train whenever possible... I actually didn't know that but I guess it totally makes sense☺
@@ecofriendlia Oh yes, my husband had his tiny pocket knife from his childhood in his carry-on and it was confiscated at the airport here in US- he had forgotten to put it in his suitcase instead.
Oh, you are right! We have a small kit with scissors and clippers I mostly use for my son, but sometimes I use it too but mostly my nails, unfortunately break before they are that long😕
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You’re newly one of my favorite minimalists. The way you deliver your videos, relaxed, simply being you. You remind me to return to the items I’m having a hard time letting go of, and it’s becoming easier. Your positive contribution is deeply appreciated.
Oh, thank you so much! I am so happy you like the videos ☺
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Really appreciate your perspective as a minimalist who lives with non-minimalists, because that describes myself as well. It ends up being a balance where the house has more things than I would like to have but others in the house would prefer that we have even more.
The most relatable thing about this video for me was the type of objects your own and obviously value. They are similar to my valued items... I just need to reduce my number/volume/weight of items first! :)
. i enjoy living towards minimalism . it feels so free to have less . and the items you chose are all significant i think . of course they would vary according to age . for example i don't own a bicycle any more .
Great explanation! My husband is open to being more minimal, but it took us two weeks for him to let go of our three extra sets of silverware and our 4th spatula. So I'm learning to focus on the possessions that are definitively mine and let our shared family possessions be. I do still pose the question of if we need 3 spatulas, but if he says yes I let it go and accept that he would like 3 spatulas, even if I wouldn't chose that.
Exactly! Sometimes it is just good to have your things to focus on, because especially in a relationship there will be more success in the end if both partners can move at their pace! ☺
That was really interesting. Thanks for doing these :) always helpful on my minimalism journey
I am so glad it was helpful to you! I also really enjoy seeing how other people handle things and what other people own ☺️
I find very cool that you dont feel guilty for having stuff, you simply have the things you need and really want to have. I think thats the real purpose of minimalist, to only keep what you give a value to. Short story: I always keep letters and drawings or things my friends from school give to me, and a few weeks ago I was organizing my stuff and I found that I have a lot of these things. I found it interesting how many of these letters have no value for me anymore because either were given by people who are not friends of me anymore, or were unimportant things. I decided to just keep the ones I truly want for now. So yeah, as you said at the end of the video, it is interesting how in the future you see what you used to have and how has it changed! Great video, Lia. Keep safe:)
Oh yes, I can relate so much! I had so many letters but never went back to read all of them. Eventually, I kept a few that represent all the feelings I had for them and they are now stored with my childhood photos and I have the same memories, just less stuff ☺
You know you are a committed and true minimalist when you can collect ALL your belongings like this. Certainly not something I could remotely do.
Haha, the bicycle was hard... I had to carry it up the stairs but I thought it is worth it since I really wanted to show everything ☺
@@ecofriendlia We are glad you brought the bike up. This minimalist collection is so impressive, you have no idea!
I would love to hear what kind of things you cook etc with your minimalist kitchen equipment? Esp with no electronic devices
I just recently found your channel. I don't usually comment on youtube. However, I really appreciated a video I could relate better with. I have a son as well and husband. We do try to live a minimal life, but you have to have some things to function. Also I think as long as what you have is what you use and enjoy then that's what is right for you. We always just try to live as intentional as possible! Great, honest video!
Oh, thank you! I think that is a really great attitude towards stuff! It is so easy to compare with other people's lives that are so different so I am glad I could show you how I handle it ☺
I love your style of minimalism. I’m am very intrigued by minimalism, but I am not a minimalist. I think you personally own very little and I can tell you are very thoughtful in your purchases/consumption. Though I’m not a minimalist I did a year of not buying durable items. Friends and family received quilts and other items I made from my stashes of stuff or they got gift cards or experiences (ie: I’d take them to dinner, a concert, a play, etc.) I don’t know why I didn’t continue that after the year was over. Maybe I’ll do it again for 2021. I had been watching another RUclipsr minimalist but I unsubscribed from her channel because she was always decluttering her house and throwing away lots of items that are recyclable. When she constantly throws large amounts of stuff away, it doesn’t match with my idea of minimalism. That being said, I’m sure she does own less than I do. I likely would’ve kept watching her videos if she’d at least make the effort to recycle or donate items. One of the things that attracts me to minimalism, is that it is better for the planet. My ideal self would be a minimalist who follows a whole food, plant based diet, and doesn’t use petroleum to get around. Maybe one day! This is longer than I expected, mostly I want to say I love your videos and am glad I found your channel. You are an inspiration.
Have you spent much, if any, time in the US, by chance? I feel like you would be horrified at the full garages, basements, and storage units ;). Of course, you are so great at being non-judgmental... so let’s say “shocked” instead of “horrified”. The second “beer and soda fridge” in the garage, the mounds of spare blankets and linens, the insane amount of bath and beauty products for one person-stacks and stacks of these, endless bookshelves, etc.
And your honesty and complete candidness is adorable: “I also use the shower curtain.” 😅
This is great. It's the first video by a minimalist I've seen that shows how you can do it in a household amicably when you live with family members who do not have interest in living minimally. It's inspiring.
Thank you! I really wanted to add this video to the whole "everything I own" discussion for that reason! Because I think a huge amount of people that have an interest in minimalism live with other people and most of the time they are not both in the exact same page when it comes to stuff ☺
You really stay organized. You really don't own very much only what you need personally. I probably have much more than you do personally that's mine. I am female, 55 years old, and I can say items accumulate over the years and I do gradually declutter. I need to declutter more. I like how you have the simple needs and declutter well. Thank you so much for sharing. I enjoy your content and it motivates me!
Yes, this amount is just what makes me happy at the moment and I am so glad I have these things ☺️ thank you!
So inspiring! I want to live a lighter life with less worry for physical possessions. This way of life seems to be just what I have been looking for! Thank you for sharing : )
Oh, wow! That is super impressive 😍 I own more in crafts supplies than you have overall 😅 I do a lot of handmade stuff and I have paints, thinners, pastes, boxes filled with all kinds of things to create jewelry and many other stuff... Wow, I feel a bit depressed now that I realise how many stuff I own. I really need to start declutering. I have a lot of plushy toys as well. 🥺 I really need to start letting things go. Thank you for sharing this video! You are amazing!
Thanks for sharing, you remind me to review the things that I actually use during the decluttering 😃
You are a breath of of fresh air
I'm not a minimalist in all aspects of my life and I definitely have a lot of pieces in certain categories but... I actually have about the same amount of paperwork, drawings and camping gear as you do :) so that's kinda cool for me to see
The thing about minimalism is that it should be a way to free yourself from your things. But almost every "minimalist" presentation I have seen was about their things -- exactly the opposite. It is not how many possessions you own that matters. What matters is, how many things own you.
Thank you so much for sharing! I totally understand you. No one else in our family is into minimalist and it often drives me bonkers to see everyone bring so much stuff into the house.
I own a lot more than you. I'm a professional musician and vocal coach, so I have a piano, an e-piano, PA equipment, and a recording studio setup. I think having exactly what you need - no more and no less - still makes you a minimalist. It's very inspiring to see how other people live minimalism.
Oh yes, I totally agree! Also, I think you are absolutely right when it comes to the definition of minimalism. Or at least when the perfect amount is a lot, you could still call it "essentialism". Anyways it is always the best decision to figure out what we need because if we have these things (and only these things) I think our lives are a lot lighter and easier and most of the time a bit better 😉
I totally understand. My family is not minimalist, but I am.
I think I've said it before, but I just love how clear and level-headed you are about minimalism. ☺️
Thank you! Sometimes it's not that clear in my mind but I try to sort it out and actually making videos and talking about it also helps with that ☺
So well done. It is nice to see someone who is so minimal and yet also has a family life in a home.
Thank you! That was exactly the intention of this video because I think all of us interested in minimalism can use inspiration from different sources and solutions ☺
Nice video Lia 😁 Great job!
That's actually one thing, that bothers me a bit: that mostly only digital nomads do this kind of videos...but of course, if you're traveling around the world and changing country every few months, you don't have the same needs/lifestyle then someone who lives in his own apartment with a family.
So thanks a lot for sharing all your personal belongings - it was really interesting 😊
And NO you definitely have not to much stuff 😉 I'm super impressed, that you can get along with so little! Just my arts/crafts stuff alone is on BIG moving cardboard box (not to mention all the other bits and bobs I have) 🙈🙈🙈
I use cheap notebooks for journals and some of my son's drawings to cover them. But i do need to start decluttering old journals!
Thank you so much for this interesting vid! Love your personality.
Must feel so good not owning so much stuff. I'm still in the process of decluttering but like you my family doesn't have the same mindset as me. My Son actually loves collecting everything, so we're trying to find a good medium so we can all be comfortable in our house. Thanks for your video :)
Oh yes, my son loves collecting things as well! It is definitely a lot of work figuring out how everybody can feel accepted and at home in the same apartment if the tastes and feelings about stuff are very different. But talking about it and finding a solution is definitely worth it! ☺
I really like you're positive Character! You made me smile😊 thank you for the video! I don't live minimalistic but I try to get rid of things that I really don't need or love and I also try to reflect more on what one actually needs versus what one just really really likes to have and it's been great for reconnecting with the things that I own. Great video, thank you!
Your things are not too much Lia.
As long as you use those things
and love them then keep them.
Nothing is worse than clutter in
life, not to mention how much
dust it collects. Enjoy your week.
This video just made me realize how much stuff I own... My clothes would be that pile not to mention other stuff. I declutter so often but somehow I just keep around the same amount everytime. I don't understand why.
Very nice video
Thank you! I have the same feeling sometimes... And we always have a "decluttered" pile somewhere in our apartment. I think we have to be super careful with the things we bring into our home... Maybe mentally think about your front door as a border and every time you cross it you have to think about if you have something to declare 😉
Thank you for this video. I had just been thinking about a lot of extreme minimalist videos I have seen where the person owns X number of things, but shows them using cooking equipment, etc, which they obviously use but don't technically own. I appreciate you sharing this and creating a frame work to better appreciate "own" vs "use". Really enjoy your channel. Xox
Thank you! Exactly... I mean sometimes these extreme minimalists really only own a backpack worth of things. But most of them sleep in a bed and eat cooked food. And I think it is worth thinking about that too, even if it is a rented place/hotel and food at a restaurant. Everybody should do it how they feel best but thinking and talking about it can be interesting and make us understand each other and ourselves better ☺️
This is so commendable Lia. You have minimised a lot that it can fit a corner in your room. I am also inspired to declutter and eventually only keep those things which are needed and I use.
This is excellent job! Just one advice for sentimental items, I have started to scan all cards, photographs so that I can part with them when they really become old
Scan digitise all sentimental items...so we can keep the memory but still part with the physical item
Yes, I have thought about that! I just never felt like taking on that huge task of digitizing everything. But eventually, I will! The only thing about the physical items I really love is the drawings from my childhood where it is kind of magic feeling the crayons on the paper... ☺
@@ecofriendlia Yes the childhood memories are so precious. I too have a book of poetry that I have written when I was in school.....I cannot discard that, it is so dear to me
I like your approach and I think it might help those living with others embrace a personal minimalism. Nice work!
Thank you ☺
Such freedom! Impressive.
I always feel inspired and motivated after watching one of your videos. I am often trying to decide what item I do not need any longer or what item I can get rid of. After seeing how minimal your personal possessions are, it should make it easier for me to let go of quite a few things, and that always feels good! Thank you again Lia :-)
Oh, thank you for your nice comment! I am so happy it was inspiring for you! ☺
Hi I own much more, but I like to keep track of it. I tried minimizing my belongings once but it wasn’t for me. I donated for example some children books and regretting it now. About what I have I try to make sure I enjoy everything I have and be cautious to not cludder. Really liked the video anyway :)
I understood you. Your English is perfect.
Your videos are so motivational :)
Thank you for shooting and sharing this! My goal is to live more or less like you do, a minimalistic lifestyle as a permanent resident in Italy (whith the hobby of travelling for brief holidays from time to time)
What brand of backpack is that?? Thanks for another great video!!
You have a very small amount of things you own. I have a lot more... But I live on a farm- we need more things. Even clothes I need more because of this. Also my children need more clothes for the farm and outside- they nearly never play inside - just being outdoor is the best all year Long. But I still call us essentialists. Because we work both fulltime in our Jobs and have children and the farm (biologische Mutterkuhhaltung) we love having as less as possible to have time and energy for the most important things in our lives (ourselves, our children, our animals).
I still own a lot of clothes and shoes... just in my opinion... but Since 2015 I changed my Shopping attitude and habits so much. My Kids even hate going shopping. And we have no TV because I hate commercials. The most important lesson I learned: never compare yourselve to anybody. Focus on your journey towards Freedom, being content and selflove. Greetings from Austria 🌼
Oh, that sounds amazing! I never lived on a farm but definitely A lot more outdoors as a kid than we are able to now... But maybe one day...☺ I think that is a really important thing to never compare, it is fun for inspiration but in the end, all of us have to figure out what we need for our lives! And priorities and essentialism are great tools to define that! ☺ Greetings back from Germany!
Great video 😊i am also trying to be a minimslist, it is very helpful to have a relaxed mind also,are there any special tips of turning as a minimalist? plz let us know 👍
I just found your channel and I love it so much!
Ohh that makes my happy 😊
Enjoyable video Lia! They're called tweezers! The tool for taking out twice in nature😃
A great video, super interesting. I have quite minimalist wardrobe but I have sooooo much more stuff at home.. I need to do this too, I'm inspired now!
Thank you! I am glad I could inspire you and yes, it was really interesting to see how (not)much it is ☺
I think this is just the perfect amount!~ to each their own, I am also trying to downsize, one day I will get there
That was very interesting (and impressive in its minimalism). You’d have a nightmare if you came over to my place and saw the prodigious amounts of books, CDs and records, and DVDs, though!
Loved that video !
I have a lot of similar stuff, but its a little bit more of everything, I also have some card and board games witch I really like!
Great job :) Very impressive and inspirational :)
Thank you! ☺
Have you ever done a tour of your home?
You inspire me
They are called tweezers for taking ticks out.
I want to be friends! You are inspiring me to make some videos about my family minimalism too!
Ah yes, it is just always in the moment I film that I forget some words... Hopefully, I can remember now☺
@@ecofriendlia English is a completely crazy language and I know almost no German words. I just noticed you mentioned not knowing how to call tweezers in a few videos. 😁
Sehr interessant. Danke :)
Great video! I feel more inspired 😊👍
Thank you! Oh that is great ☺️
Great video, thank you. Very inspirational! I also try to keep posesions to a minimum. It sounds like the rest of your house is also kept to a minimum, what things would you change? Another interesting video would be a day in your life. I try to live intentional as well xx
Hi I am really amazing to see you minimum it is very nice
That's a LOT less than what I have. As a single office working American, I feel like I have WAY too much!
Moving soon so I'm getting rid of some things but I know it's a journey.
But moving is definitely a good start! For me, my serious minimalism journey started with my move from Switzerland to Germany ☺
Nice video! Your channel has quickly become my favourite actually :)
I have no idea how much I actually own, because I live with my husband and son. But seeing your items, it must be a bit more. I do struggle a bit with parting with (too many) duplicates that I do love (but come 2nd after my favourite) - like socks or scarfs. Especially socks or underwear will get holes at some point and I'll need to buy new ones, or I should keep the ones I have now. What did you do regarding to this?
I also find it hard to declutter camping gear. We/ I have gear for camping super light (walking or by kickbike), light (by bike) and "normal" (by car), partly because the super light gear is very convenient but also the least comfortable. Like a 3/4 vs fullsize mat, inflatable pillow vs nothing (using clothes as a pillow)... Any thoughts on that?
I m interested to know if your son (age?) has a minimal wardrobe and toys and how you and your partner make decisions concerning this, as I get the sense that your partner is not as minimalist as you are. BTW, you are a joy to watch, so woke and grounded!
My son (6) has a pretty minimalist wardrobe but quite a lot of toys... My son pretty much decides what he wants to have/declutter but of course, we talk about that. Since I am the most minimalist person in our household I am usually the one that would declutter the most but we just talk about it and don't force each other to do things they don't want. I would declutter more if I loved alone and they would have more if I didn't live here but luckily our preferences are not that different so that we always find a solution that works for all of us ☺
Hallöchen, schön dich wieder zu sehen 🤓 ich hab auch angefangen mit Minimalismus 😄 🌺🌸
Do you own any books? I have so many books and it is sometimes hard to downsize in that category. Do you have a library card/another way of reading? Or are you not that interested in reading books? Thank you for your content.
I have only the ones I showed and once I am done reading them I will put them in an open bookshelf somewhere in my city so that other people can enjoy them. I love books, but I choose to not own them when I feel that I won't read them again. So usually I borrow books or pick them up at these bookshelves or buy them as an ebook or secondhand ☺
I’m 23 and I have a whole kitchen, study/lounge, bedroom, bathroom and laundry all full of belongings! No way could I live with so few possessions 😆
Do you have a makeup kit?
No, I never owned a lot but decluttered everything a few years ago because I just don't like wearing makeup ☺
Thank you!
Just curious.. Have you ever tought about or tried washing your hair only with water? I am doing this myself for about 7 months and i think maybe you'll might like it for so far i have seen your video's. Oh and thanks for the video. It was interesting and fun to watch :)
Yes, you can check out the two videos I have on that topic, I think they are in the sustainability playlist. But I have to say that I have been struggling with it a lot, but right now I think I have found a solution that works for me ☺
@@ecofriendlia I feel you.. i've been struggeling a lot too for the first months. Now results are getting better and better.
I've tried it about 2 years ago... no succes.
This year i have succes. Now i am washing my hair only with water for 7 months. Finally my hair looks so good and i have no more problems. It's a journey, but totally worth it.
I am glad you have found a solution what works for you :) I will check out the video's soon :)
What are your hobbies and do you ever get bored?
I love your smile:)
I don't think you have many things. Do you think it's much? :)
My mother is kind of a maximalist and I couldn't live with her anymore. She lives with ONE other person and alone they own about 25 cups and 15 drinking glasses. And they use them all and fill the dishwasher completely at least once a day. Instead of clean the cup with a bit water and use the same cup again. It makes me a little bit crazy when I visit them and I admire your calmness living with your non-minimalist family. :D
Oh, I can imagine that it seems so unnecessary... ☺ I don't think I own much, but it really depends on the perspective, if I wanted to travel full time it would be a way too much but measured at the average European/North American I think it is really a small amount ☺
Where did you get your backpack?
I bought it online at "wayks" which is a brand from Berlin ☺
One day I hope to have this amount of things. I have way too many things.
I have been decluttering for years ☺ but yes, it is super nice to not have too much, to not worry about things, and struggle with packing and moving and things like that. So I wish you luck on your journey to the perfect amount of stuff ☺
The more I buy the more I seem to want. I’m going to declutter myself.
You don't use nailclippers, nail files or hand and facecream? Or things to clean your ears.?
Do you have a skin care routine?
Not really... I just try to drink enough water, not touch my face and wash it with water... Sometimes my skin looks great and sometimes I have some pimples. ☺
This video actually makes me think about the amount of effort I myself, but also a lot of other minimalists, put into their wardrobe. Even if you have such a reduced amount of things, the wardrobe is still not the biggest part of it... And for me, it will never be. For instance, I have more books than clothes and I keep them for my kid to grow up in a home with books (because I basically don't want to take that away from her, I kind of believe that it is not entirely my decision)... I feel such social pressure sometimes about this number of clothes thing and I've gotten a few comments on social media about it... but this encourages me actually... because after all, the number of clothes does get overrated so fast, doesn't it?
Totally... I think the wardrobe is just an easy place to start. But it's not the biggest part in numbers and definitely not in weight and storage space... But for many people, all the other things are maybe so overwhelming that focusing on clothes is easy. But also, everybody has to find a solution that works for them and minimalism is a journey after all ☺
Plants!! 🌱
Yes! I forgot to mention them! They do belong to all of us and are pretty much the only decoration/not useful thing we own ☺️
How do u travel with a safty razor bc they dont allow u to travel w the blades?
Oh.. I have been flying once with it but usually I avoid planes and go by train whenever possible... I actually didn't know that but I guess it totally makes sense☺
@@ecofriendlia Oh yes, my husband had his tiny pocket knife from his childhood in his carry-on and it was confiscated at the airport here in US- he had forgotten to put it in his suitcase instead.
The little thing for pulling off ticks is called a tweezer! 🕷
Interesting video! But I wonder how you cut your nails? 🤔
Oh, you are right! We have a small kit with scissors and clippers I mostly use for my son, but sometimes I use it too but mostly my nails, unfortunately break before they are that long😕
So satisfying 😄😄 My goal of 2025 is to have everything I own fit into a regular car
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Are you from Germany?
Originally I am from Switzerland but now I live in Germany, yes ☺
ecofriend. lia ah okay, hatte nur die Vermutung wegen dem Akzent😊 Cooles Video!
How old is your son?
Do you not own any ornaments??
No, I just prefer to have the things I also use... But we do have some plants which are just for decoration and not useful... So maybe that counts?
Tip # 5 for saving your money, before you buy anything always shop around for the best price first using tools like price match, coupons and loyality cards to lower the price.
New subscriber here. God Europeans do everything better.
It is too much you are
Spending
Too much time
And energy on it .... just live your life no need to prove it is little
Minimalist is extremely bad. You have none thing extra to share with someone in am emergency situation.
So not true. She could knit someone a sweater-a skill I don’t have ;)