How to Upgrade Your Lifestyle Without Spending an Extra Penny
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- Опубликовано: 1 июл 2024
- With the prices of everything going up, how can we improve our lives without spending any extra money? The answer might surprise you.
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spot on well said ....
I am frugal but by no means a minimalist. I keep what I have and use it until it falls apart. I do invest in and use good computers, an iPhone and iPad but don't have to have the latest and greatest. The car was new with all the good features, but I will keep it 20 years. Frankly most of the stuff we purchase today is junk compared to the quality from last century. I cook with cast iron Griswold skillets, griddles, and a Dutch oven that were made in the 1920s and are the best non stick pans. My pots are Revereware that my grandmother purchased in the 1930s. I purchased an Electrolux Super J vacuum in 1976 and still use it. My Amana stove is 39 years old and works just fine. My electric percolator is from Corning and was a wedding gift in 1967. It still makes the best coffee. All of my furniture is from the 1920s-1950s and belonged to my grandparents and parents. Personally I think it is foolish to get rid of perfectly good items that we could be using just because there is supposed to be a limit on what we own.
Unfortunately items aren’t built to last now. They aren’t easily mended, technology needs upgrading which is out of our control (no matter how we look after it) and companies make sure it’s a throw away society. Let’s face it - they don’t make things like they use too 😢
That's definitely a good point.
@@Bessie66 That is exactly right. That is why I purchased those Griswold skillets at antique stores and on eBay. I see my Super J vacuum for sale there too. Someone is asking $350 for it.( I paid less than that for it new). When I purchase a new large appliance I make sure that it has a good warranty and check reviews. I recently bought a water heater for $750 from Home Depot that has a 10 yr. warranty. My neighbor installed it for $100. My new AC and furnace that I purchased this summer has a full parts and labor warranty for 12 years. I also have purchased an extended 2 year warranty that paid off 3 times. The last time it replaced a 2 year old washing machine that they wouldn't repair.
Yes, it almost warrants a separate movement- the Make it Last movement.
There was no planned obselescence then.
I have a mixer, that is 35 years old. It was not an expensive one. In those times, everything lasted.
Why not start there to 'save the climate'. 😅
Yes, but you can have both. I upgraded my closet by buying better quality secondhand. This has saved my wallet and keeps items out of the landfill. I still limit the number of items and am very picky about quality.
Actly it depends, I preferred brand new than acquired after being used by another that I'll put in the closet. It feels uncomfortable for me
My whole wardrobe is eBay and I get compliments all the time.
Same!
I do the same. My friend said she’d never buy second hand. I explained to her that I always wash clothes before I even try them on. She goes to stores and try’s clothes on before buying. I asked her how many people had also done the same and tried them on before her then not bought them. It hadn’t even occurred to her that the clothes I was trying on would be clean while the ‘new’ ones she was might not be. She’s converted.😂👍
I love this! A lot of people make the misconception of believing minimalism is "depriving yourself", but it's the opposite. You're treating yourself, just having less of treating yourself, rather than more of something you're indifferent to or actually dislike.
Oh yes I agree and I apply this principle absolutely. The only thing I find is that even if something is good quality and lasts a long time, it doesn't mean that that person will be satisfied with it long term as their ego will want them to replace it. We can have an expensive good quality TV that lasts 30 years but doesn't always mean that person will be satisfied with it for that long so unless they can curb that dissatisfaction they will continue to keep spending.
Having too much requires constant cleaning and management of things. I’m not a minimalist but want adequate space for the items I own and a proper place for each item. It makes life SO MUCH BETTER. Clutter will kill you… it kills your physical health, mental health, emotional health, spiritual health and financial health.
I started to buy much better quality items about five years ago. As a result I have much less but what I do own I use, take very good care of and have gratitude for.
Wise words. Higher quality, less quantity is the way to go. It's nice to LOVE what you do have and rid yourself of the clutter.
"quality over quantity" 3:56
Buy better but fewer. I love that.
"Hi, my name is Kathy and I'm a minimalist." 🤣🤣
Yep, spent $$ on good LLBean clothes. Four flannel shirts I've had for 10 years now.
"Hi, my name is Gori and I am a minimalist too." 4:20
I can attest to this! I have a better wardrobe and I take care of things more since having less items to manage.
This makes so much sense to me & I've adopted this attitude already. I've also realised my enjoyment in life doesn't start & end in a shopping centre & it's purchases. I rarely now buy items on sale unless I would buy it full price. My husband is shocked when I come home empty handed as I use that principle....would I buy it full price...No...then put it back. It works for me
great question! Would I buy it at full price? 👍
the most wonderful thing about minimalism is sitting outside, and not having to scurry to cook, clean, organize, put back, etc.
It gives you space to BREATHE and to simply, well, be...for a few minutes or more.
For me, the stress level went DOWN by orders of magnitude.
Sadly, this also means that i did live with others, and now it is just me and my dog...flip side, they wree not minimalist and i don't have to clean up after them CONSTANTLY.
So for me, it also helps with my PTSD dignosis as well, and moving to a remote place (again) is a HUGE step to my physical and mental health.
Thanks Joshua!
Thank you for advice, I suffer PTSD also, and am overwhelmed w/ my clothes etc. You inspired me this could relieve (some) anxiety
I’m all for better quality and less quantity.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Agree. My dad trained me to appreciate quality, to value the well-made. Junky things seem to give off stressful vibes! A related concept is that using half of something will make it last twice as long. I realize that this idea falls under the category of frugality, which you were here differentiating, but I do find it an auxiliary principle. My grandmother would chew a half of a stick of gum, saving the other half for another day.
Yes this is exactly what I do. I've donated/sold a ton of clothing items. I don't randomly buy items to make myself feel better. Well I slip sometimes but I'm getting better at it
I don't buy new clothes anymore because I know I'm not willing to spend that much. I would end up buying cheap clothes that fall apart. In a thrift store, in the other hand, there are some high quality material clothing.
LOL, I love the recreation of the moment you spoke to your neighbor!
I speak to my neighbours about My way of life too but they still didnt recognize the profits of the Change.😅
Yes, I agree with your sentiments. I buy either good quality items new or second hand. I needed a few lightweight summer tips for holidays, I bought 3 from a charity shop for £3 each. One was pure silk, one was from Paris and is wonderful, one is just the most useful multi purpose garment ever. I think I took longer looking at these items in the charity shop than I would have if buying online, weighing up each one for its value to me and my needs. Satisfaction ✅. Thank you for your great videos.
Great video this week Joshua and also enjoyed your talk with Dawn, The Minimal Mom!
In the past, when I was working (now retired), I typically bought quality items. They last longer, the clothes I chose were more timeless, cookware is more durable, etc. My challenge is that I have more than I need at this point in my life even after downsizing a few times.
I’m thinking I may just have to wear out some of these items so I can more easily part with them.
Thank you for making a concise video. I agree with fewer but nicer. That mind shift really changes how you move through the world. It even started applying to the people in my life. Fewer but nicer there too. 💚
The best story I look forward to hear every week.-15 years ago- garage- neighbor- daughter minimalism.
Friday is my favorite day. Do you know why? Because it is Joshua's wisdom day. Thank you once again. ❤
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Brilliant❤
I really appreciate the wise and practical videos every week and I especially appreciate the clear and concise delivery. It's refreshing to not have to search for the point buried in a lot of noise.
I have not used my new stove since i bought it in 1990 (have 4 plants sitting on it); just cook everything including meat and fish in the microwave.
I like being a frugal minimalist :) I don't aspire for much, if any, "higher quality items".
The simpler I make my life the closer I come to God.
I have been enjoying your channel for years. Keep up the good work. xoxo
I like your speaking pace very relaxing
I saw your video pop up on the Google news page and I was just sitting here almost in tears thinking about all of the things I need to organize and either sell or give away in my home. My problems started when I was married and my husband moved in with my mother and me. He had his own things that we had to incorporate into the house and even though he got rid of a lot of things but still added to the total amount. Then my brother moved in after my husband died because he was in a tough spot and had lost his home brought all of his things that are now in my garage. He's too busy with his job to do anything about it and I'm just one person dealing with things that belong to four people! The problem is I don't want to give everything away! We have at least a few things that are worth a little bit of money but it gets kind of complicated selling things and I'm not very good at it, so that's why I'm wanting to cry right now. I don't even know where to start 😭
Watch Dana K White. She says start with trash. Then the “duh” items. (Things you know what to do with.) That gives you a starting point.
Thank you! This was just the inspiration I was looking for to go get the extra stuff I don’t want/need out of my closet. There are so many shoes , for example, that make my feet hurt just looking at them. My feet have become spoiled in minimalist “barefoot” footwear that I can’t even think about forcing them into heels anymore.
Buy the best and cry once. It’s good advice.
Makes perfect sense to me! ‘Buy less, but better’. And use up what you already have. Moving forward I choose to buy less but better quality items, but it makes no sense to me to discard things I have and use now. I’ll do it when my current belongings fall apart. Thank you, Joshua, for sharing these tips with us.
Thank you for another great video. I try to do this and not rush into buying lesser quality items. I'm more intentional with my purchases and try to buy the best within my budget, it definitely works out in the long term! 😊
This rings truth to the core. Great suggestions. Thanks! ❤❤❤
I really appreciate your wisdom.
I love this and really resonate with the clothes aspect…I need to buy more to have enough outfits for a holiday but I’m going to buy timeless good quality linen tops/dresses and natural materials I know will have a place in my wardrobe long after the holiday is over, Thanks Joshua! 💰🎉😊
I have found this to be true. I wont name brand names but the quality was there. My cheap clothes always disintegrated fast.
What about jeans? I found that more expensive get thin and eventually tear at the inner hip area as fast as the cheaper ones😭the rubbing while moving does that to cotton denim fabric. More expensive jeans do look nicer though.
Short n crisp....thanks for sharing.
I've slowly been learning this lesson. Such great information. I'm finding more happiness in minimalizing. ❤your videos.
Thank you for this video Joshua
The things I mostly use, love and consider indispensable tend to be the better quality things anyway. The other stuff is just bought out of boredom and habit.
The only thing Joshua doesn’t do minimal is THAT HAIR! What the heck man, that’s lush. 🥰
I love this! Tks for sharing.
Just love this guy. Wise, calm and clear. ❤
Thanks Jennifer.
My kids only really give me new work socks at Christmas now, I go through and get rid of the old socks worn out from daily use. I take great care of my 6 pairs of black jeans I have for work and leisure, and some quality black T-shirts which is inspired by Joshua. And 1 pair of black runners which I have for everyday use, last around 12 months or a bit more.
I was at a big box store and spoke with a lady who told me she was a minimalist. She said she buys decor for the holidays, then after the holidays donate all that she bought. I did not want to argue this point, but I dont think she knows the point on minimalism. Shes on the train, but she doesnt get the point. Lol 😆
Great advice !
Very good informational video.
So so so true !
Great advice !
Thanks a lot Joshua !
The Garage-Story we know by heart in the meantime...
Thanks, Joshua!
This also could apply to just not spending money on items/things you don't necessarily put priority on, and more on the things you do. Less on clothes or furniture, but more on a car that you really want/like. (Saying this as youve poked at people who have sports cars as a hobby 😉)
Great point!
Excellent content today! Thank you for the reminders….
Very well said
Yes certainly practical concept
Stellar👍!!!
To analyse the need to escape, this implies I felt I did not have the resources I needed at the time.
I think we may be cousins. My grandmothers maiden name was Becker. I have black hair with grey highlights.😳😳
Always look forward to Friday! Thank you Joshua!
Yes. I only can use one pair of trail sandals as I’ve had ahip replacement but one leg is longer than the other now, so one sandal has a wedge glued to the inside of the heel to give the unoperated leg more height. I used these sandals during winter after discarding the slip on shoes without height adjustment. The other shoes I own are useless now - no more high heels, only a pair of thongs for after the shower to walk a very short distance. Maybe I can insert some woollen insert into one sheepskin pair of boots for next winter. It’s surprising how little we need. People are using our discards but inferior quality clothing manufacturing needs to be stopped as much of it donated ends up in waste piles in third world countries. If all clothing was made of quality natural materials it would eventually biodegrade without polluting the land & waterways & give those in third world countries decent breathable clothing to wear. I’ve found I only need two or three sets of clothing each season, then pack them away & bring out the next season’s clothing that was packed away. I was going to donate my mother’s trench coat & buy myself a new one. I looked at the price if new ones - AUD$800! So keeping the years old trench coat which is good quality to wear for myself. Bring back quality fashion made from wool, cotton, hemp, - all natural fibres which can biodegrade to feed our soils. Reduce the harmful dyes & bring back weaving & embroidery & more people growing things like our ancestors did. We are too far removed from the natural world & survival & creative skills are not taught or have been forgotten. Thanks for bringing some sense back into the world. Volunteering in a charity shop you can look for qualty clothing if you can’t afford new. Pre-loved clothing is fun when it’s not made from mass produced synthetic material.
I would really appreciate your answer to my thoughtful question about the wedding dress from a couple videos back. Thanks Joshua!🙋
Isn’t yours the comment I replied to already?
@@JoshuaBecker
Not that I know of Joshua. My question was..."My husband says I should just get rid of my wedding dress, but I'm having a hard time letting it go. I have two adult sons so I am not saving it for anyone in my family. Would you kindly share what you and your wife have decided to do with her wedding dress? Thank you!" 😊
@@charmingintrovert3240 Donate it, someone will love it
Brilliant
My mom lived like this and inspired me to strive for this
I became a minimalist after having my son. It makes cleaning and taking care of him sooo much less stressful.
LOVE THIS 🩷
😎 What brand are your v neck shirts? ✌
I think I am doing pretty good. I have about 60 items. But where I live in Canada, it can be -35c in winter and +35c in summer so I need a variety of different types of clothes. There is no way I could do 33 items.
The 33 items are changed every 3 months. But no, 33 is a bit too few for me, too.
Today's Takeaway:
Higher Quality...Lesser Quantity
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This felt like a TED video
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Then if u are truly minimalist ur concern also for down sizing of your place?…whats the point of having a big place if ur embracing minimalist lifestyle?npla gimme some words from this?
If you need a car, drive a Honda Civic not any Chevy. The long term gains in savings will amaze you ! Less fuel, less maintenance, way less problems, piece of mind !!
Guitars, better ones but fewer of them.
genius
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I buy low quality and low quantity 😂 I get the point tho lol.
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It is still necessary to spend money to replace what you discard, if decluttering leaves you with too few clothes. We can't all do it without spending money.
I am not advocating for people to walk around town without enough clothes on. Thanks for the clarification :)
How about food and diet! Eat less, buy less and higher quality whole foods !
Nowadays no one wants to repeat clothes as often .. new clothes every other weekend ..for social gatherings u can’t wear something which u already wore 😂
Unfortunately, yes, this is true. But I don’t think this is “nowadays.” This was already the case when I was in high school over 40 years ago, lol.
Out of the mouth of babes. So just to think that this started with your neighbor's Little girl making that statement. So that's why I said out of the mouth of babes
Oh, that's wonderful! I hate to ruin the mental picture in your mind of this powerful story, but my neighbor's daughter was well-grown, out of the house, and on her own by the time my neighbor told me this story. So she wasn't a little girl telling her mom she didn't own so much stuff, she was off on her own reporting back to her mom and the new life she had found. Same story-just a little different mental picture for you.