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  • Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
  • I decluttered my apartment again. What, where & why in the name of minimalism. I share what I’ve decluttered these past seven month since I played the minimalism game. Why I decided to get rid of the items, where they went when they left my apartment and if I replaced them.
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Комментарии • 549

  • @LisaIsabelle
    @LisaIsabelle 3 года назад +253

    Finally someone who gets my deep hatred of selling stuff for 5-10-20$ and sometimes even a bit more. I'm not rich but I have better stuff to do with my time than running after money. Plus, when I donate to the local charity shop, it provides work for their employees who are reintegrating into society / the work force, and it gives money to that same charity to help people in needs. I always see it as : they need that 5-10-20$ more than I do! ♥

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +32

      Yes, this is exactly how I feel!

    • @tulsabrit671
      @tulsabrit671 3 года назад +10

      Me too, pass to someone who can get joy from them.

    • @melissahoneybee8493
      @melissahoneybee8493 3 года назад +7

      Yes!

    • @wokefromhome7389
      @wokefromhome7389 3 года назад +14

      In the US 80% of things in a lot of thrift stores get thrown away.

    • @ecologist_to_be
      @ecologist_to_be 3 года назад +7

      @@wokefromhome7389 Probably because people donate rubbish lol

  • @beatrizyoda
    @beatrizyoda 3 года назад +214

    Raise your hand if after this video you want to live in Sweden 🙋‍♀️

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад +5

      I like it too - but always recommend reading 'Letter from Sweden...' by Susan Sontag. Sweden's view of itself is very much determined its own view.. and a viewpoint of moral superiority and national self image. Ps. Sweden incinerates most of its rubbish which is why it can import more rubbish.

    • @JoieGirl
      @JoieGirl 3 года назад +2

      Not during this pandemic. Their lax pandemic policies are horrible.

    • @IrisTatjanaIsaksen
      @IrisTatjanaIsaksen 3 года назад +3

      I don´t...I live in Norway. But have worked in Sweden

    • @user-ot1jo2mp3h
      @user-ot1jo2mp3h 3 года назад +4

      I am happy living in Switzerland.

  • @joannalewis8623
    @joannalewis8623 2 года назад +2

    Mini: “Hey! What are you pointing the camera at me for? I’m not going in Bulky Trash!”. Another inspiring video, tack!

  • @BB-wl8qr
    @BB-wl8qr 3 года назад +123

    I find it almost insane that someone would leaves comments talking about how you're not sustainable enough. You're not bare bones minimalist, but you're really, really minimalist still. Chill people lol 🤣

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +4

      Thank you so much!

    • @kimboston5431
      @kimboston5431 3 года назад +17

      Some people just don’t have a life evidently... 🤣

    • @PrincessofErised
      @PrincessofErised 3 года назад +2

      Only their kind of "opinion" is actually just criticism, negative and subjective. So no, they are not "entitled" to crap all over someone. If you stick to objective posts, then carry on, otherwise, keep it to yourself. There are enough toxic people to fill the quota.

  • @sfowler1017
    @sfowler1017 3 года назад +46

    Instead of regular declutters I've started keeping a giveaway box that I drop things in as I come across them until it's full. Then I drop it off at the facility on my next errand day. It keeps the decluttering constant but zero effort. I love it.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +8

      Great idea! I have a paper bag in the hallway where I also drop what I declutter normally and then just take out when it’s filling up. Saved all this in my basement for the sake of the video as I was finding it and did the last bit before shooting.

  • @milicamarshastefanovich3312
    @milicamarshastefanovich3312 3 года назад +231

    I love how efficient your country is in regards to recycling and using trash as energy. The USA could learn something new in that area, and try to implement some of those ideas in a more efficient way.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +10

      I love it too!

    • @kittygirlc4120
      @kittygirlc4120 3 года назад +3

      I agree Milica!

    • @MicaLarimer
      @MicaLarimer 3 года назад +15

      The recycling programs in the states is inefficient and non-existent is most of the country. I wish we had the same type of refuse/recycling system that Sweden has.

    • @wokefromhome7389
      @wokefromhome7389 3 года назад +2

      I live in a town that has no recycling what so ever.

    • @milicamarshastefanovich3312
      @milicamarshastefanovich3312 3 года назад +4

      @@wokefromhome7389 oh wow, I’m sorry to hear that. I live in Northern California and we have some but not enough in my opinion.

  • @thatswhatisaid8908
    @thatswhatisaid8908 3 года назад +6

    I love Mini's confident staredown... "you are NOT decluttering ME!"

  • @WesternkindArt
    @WesternkindArt 3 года назад +18

    When we sold our home, I found out that I could leave items at the curb and they would be gone by morning. Some items were picked up by neighbors. Other items were picked up by strangers. Either way, someone got use out of them and they did not go straight to the landfill.

  • @jelizabethpetrie6656
    @jelizabethpetrie6656 3 года назад +72

    I completely agree with donating rather than holding, listing, attempts to sell and the inevitable haggling. Just not effective use of our time. 🎯❤️🙌

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +12

      Waiting for someone to come who doesn’t is the most frustrating thing in my mind.

    • @gracewaterlilly8023
      @gracewaterlilly8023 3 года назад

      For me as a Uni student its actually a good way to get some spare money but I totally get it, that its Not for everyone :)

  • @cindylin1
    @cindylin1 3 года назад +15

    Don’t change a thing. You inspire us to stay tidy. Thank you

  • @smallofferings
    @smallofferings 3 года назад +71

    the hazardous trash recycling is fabulous! We need those here in the U.K. too.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +2

      I love the easy access to it! It’s a three minute walk from where I work at Södermalm.

    • @janetissabelle
      @janetissabelle 3 года назад +2

      I love our recycling depot in the next village,they have a place for hazardous items,I also found stuff there,plant troughs for my garden,in the uk,but it's Scotland,great systems here.

    • @ijaen
      @ijaen 3 года назад +1

      Right? Our UK recycling policies can do so much better!

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад +2

      @@ijaen The UK is not doing worse than sweden according to the numbers on recycling actually :) sweden incinerates (and not recycles) most of its rubbish.

    • @ecologist_to_be
      @ecologist_to_be 3 года назад +2

      Yes it so annoying having to go to the recycling tip all time!

  • @sarahengland9254
    @sarahengland9254 3 года назад +58

    Decluttering is an ongoing process - well done for doing a regular “ edit “ that’s what I call it . Love your content - thank you 🙏

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +4

      An edit is a good word for it! I call it maintenance decluttering 😊

  • @mistisciacca7828
    @mistisciacca7828 3 года назад +87

    The amount you declutter, vs the sheer volume most people lose track of, and do not recycle, are worlds apart! Keep doing you, love your channel. I found you probably 15years ago via your blog. I was devastated when you stopped blogging (although I understand totally). When I found this channel about a year ago I was ecstatic! Thank you for sharing!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +4

      Thanks for following along for so long!

    • @seaglass7375
      @seaglass7375 3 года назад +1

      Is the old blog still around?

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +7

      @@seaglass7375 you can find it at benitalarsson.com Look for Blog in the menu.

  • @damianagibbonspyles233
    @damianagibbonspyles233 3 года назад +5

    I'm sorry that people are being so critical in their comments. I enjoy your videos very much, and none of these things have ever bothered me. Thanks for your videos!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Aww, thank you!

    • @ingridvermaerke5648
      @ingridvermaerke5648 3 года назад

      I totally agree. If you’re bothered by it, just don’t watch 🙄. Keep going Benita! X

  • @TheSquareVillage
    @TheSquareVillage 2 года назад +5

    I've been looking for a channel like yours for years! Your lifestyle modifications are my ideal goal for a better living. I'm working hard every day to achieve a more fluid/peaceful life by customizing my environment and you are a true inspiration!! Thank you!

  • @rosalimai2339
    @rosalimai2339 3 года назад +42

    Benita, your cat is such a Beauty!!!! 🐈

  • @victoriamather2267
    @victoriamather2267 3 года назад +10

    Love decluttering and your cats are so cute! My cat passed away in August so please hug your cats for me!

  • @RIDDLE0MASTER
    @RIDDLE0MASTER 3 года назад +49

    Benita, awesome video, as always! Don't give into internet trolls - decluttering is the least of problems regarding pollution.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Thank you so much!😊

    • @meadowwalk
      @meadowwalk 3 года назад

      I agree. Individual people contribute a fraction of waste compared to giant stores and corporations.

  • @sanja7489
    @sanja7489 3 года назад +17

    Same, I always prefer to donate, than to sell
    Your recycling system is just perfect💚

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +3

      I just love how easy it is to recycle in the city!

  • @deannab9511
    @deannab9511 3 года назад +10

    I really enjoy your videos! I would like to recommend never putting dirty shoes on the bed, you never know what is on them!

  • @wiftlake
    @wiftlake 3 года назад +42

    You are one of the few people that really get me excited every single time you post something on your channel! Great video again. Have a lovely week, Benita!

  • @coolcpa3321
    @coolcpa3321 3 года назад +2

    My mother taught me the same lesson - don't buy a set. As such, I've always purchased individual items and separates - pots/pans, clothing, makeup and hair brushes, etc. Open stock is the way to go. I also learned to buy several pairs of socks in the same color (I limit myself to white, grey and black) so when they're washed, pairing them up is not time consuming.

  • @debranielsen2002
    @debranielsen2002 3 года назад +7

    Wish we had such smart recycling here in U.S. I am so glad someone else agrees about donating as opposed to wasting time haggling for small sums. And thanks for shots of that beautiful cat. 😻

  • @dreamweaver3761
    @dreamweaver3761 3 года назад +19

    You have sparked my interest to do a MAJOR declutter!! I really enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      Ha! Go for it!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @minikorsi
    @minikorsi 3 года назад +8

    I absolutely love the idea of the recycling room and the building’s own library also the automated hazardous recycling is super futuristic. Swedish society is so forward thinking!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +2

      It’s one if my favorite parts about living here in this apartment!

    • @claire1kam
      @claire1kam 3 года назад

      Absolutely, I am going to email my building about this idea tomorrow!!

  • @lumay1966
    @lumay1966 3 года назад +9

    I love that it is so easy to recycle hazardous waste in Sweden. In parts of the US, we have specific days and events where we can bring paints, medications, electronics, etc. However, they tend to be once a year (maybe twice), so you are forced to store the stuff for a year -- or find a center and then pay a ridiculous sum to recycle.

    • @suzy1750
      @suzy1750 3 года назад

      Where I live in the midwest, we have no-cost recycling centers open once a week BUT they are only open during the week when many people are working - granted not such an issue now with Covid and so many working from home but in the past I literally had to take time off work to recycle old electronics. No doubt, many wouldn't bother and would just throw things in the regular trash...

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      I’m lucky to have this in the city but when I lived in the suburbs it was more difficult. You basically need a car to get to those places but they are open all week though.

  • @carmadariacompaniona4181
    @carmadariacompaniona4181 3 года назад +6

    Every time I watch one of your videos, I fall asleep at night dreaming that I can replicate your apartment. It just seems like a very peaceful and calm place to be with very few display items to distract one's attention. There's a purity in your videos in terms of what we see but also in terms of your intentions. I never feel that you are trying to sell us something. Bravo and carry on.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for this comment!

  • @dianeyoung8068
    @dianeyoung8068 3 года назад +5

    I did not know you had been ill, glad you are feeling better. As always, you videos inspire me. You cats are so sweet.

  • @debrahiers1073
    @debrahiers1073 3 года назад +9

    Appreciate your courageous honesty and beautiful clarity. Your home is peaceful and lovely. 🌿

  • @pameehanson3866
    @pameehanson3866 3 года назад +4

    Wish we had more of that here in the US. We are a very wasteful country and not good at recycling. I grew up on a farm and learned many ways to reuse items but sadly like you rugs they do wear out and have to go. Thanks for sharing.

  • @nehainthebay
    @nehainthebay 3 года назад +3

    I love how you mindfully look at every piece of clothing before making a decision. Not think something like, “I might like it a year from now or I can alter it one day, so I should keep it” 😁. Thanks for sharing!

  • @lauragibbs3293
    @lauragibbs3293 2 года назад

    I like the descriptions of where your decluttered items end up!! You should do a video of 'Swedish hacks'! From recycling rooms, smart ways to combat snowy winters , buses running off trash and bike paths everywhere!!!

  • @raeden4742
    @raeden4742 3 года назад +5

    Thank you! I have watched every post you do and you seem to consider items before you buy and are a minimalist most quintessential. The comments you refer to must be from others who have not followed you or from the USA. I live in USA and we are a most wasteful and consumer driven country unlike more mindful countries. The USA does not have great recycle facilities in many states unfortunately. Always love seeing Mini and Bonus!

  • @GinaStanyerBooks
    @GinaStanyerBooks 3 года назад +11

    This was really nicely filmed and edited! loved it :)
    It really is amazing how much stuff accumulates, even for a minimalist. It's a good reminder that we need to stay on top of it.

  • @hettytravels
    @hettytravels 3 года назад +2

    Do what you do and never mind people who tell you otherwise. You are a true inspiration for my minimal journey. Love your videos!!

  • @vk8202
    @vk8202 3 года назад +4

    My husband visited Sweden for work many years ago and the company he was visiting was a match making company. He was fascinated that the bark that was stripped from the trees was used in a furnace that gave everyone in the village hot water and heating. Ireland had yet to start recycling at that time!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +3

      Hopefully other countries are taking at least some notes!

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад

      ​@@BenitaLarsson Sweden, like many other countries, incinerates most of its rubbish which is why it can then import more rubbish. I don't know why many Swedes seem to have a sort of moral superiority complex about how things are done in Sweden even though it is the exact same in many other countries - another example would be 'free health care'... well, most countries in europe have that...

  • @sonjaa.2982
    @sonjaa.2982 3 года назад +5

    For anyone in the U.S.A., you *need* to watch her video on recycling in her country, Sweden, as it is incredible! I thought having lived in Korea that they recycled a lot (hello food waste recycling!!!!) but Sweden is on a whole other level. It is amazing! And that recycling at the 12 minute mark is just wow! I truly wish recycling was taken seriously here in the U.S.A. Many cities, however, are having to cut their recycling programs, as the money for it is too much...which just doesn't make any sense. Our recycling doesn't even take glass anymore, and I purposefully bought products in glass (over plastic) so it could be recycled easier. Sooo frustrating! Thank you for sharing, Benita!! And your cats are adorable as always! :)

    • @BB-wl8qr
      @BB-wl8qr 3 года назад

      As more cities moved towards mixed recycling bins, away from the old glass/plastic/paper separation, they had to stop allowing glass. The bottles were often broken in the mix creating a hazard. :(

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      I feel very fortunate to have this system for sure!

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад

      @@BB-wl8qr most recycling centres sort the rubbish at the centre. at least in the uk all recyclables incl. glass are accepted.

    • @BB-wl8qr
      @BB-wl8qr 3 года назад +1

      @@lhst9129 ha, yes like a typical american, I forget to mention I am in us. I think us is using it as an excuse to not have to recycle another thing because we are sadly behind much of the world in regards to recycling our own goods but consume so much.

  • @Kate42
    @Kate42 3 года назад +4

    I always love it when you declutter. Your beautiful country really recycles beautifully. I wish it was more like that everywhere. Thanks again for the encouraging videos.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching them!

  • @ecologist_to_be
    @ecologist_to_be 3 года назад +4

    Love a good declutter! For some reason wasn't subscribed, I used to read your blog. 🥰 I always loved Mini & Bonus and still remember their names. haha

  • @michellegordon456
    @michellegordon456 3 года назад +7

    With you on the donating and not selling, I take my things to the charity shop, they sell the things and make money for the charity all good

  • @debweissler7808
    @debweissler7808 3 года назад +2

    Depending on the item, I often take gently loved but unwanted items to a local consignment shop. The owner knows what will sell and got how much. She keeps a running tab of my sales, takes a percentage and sends me the rest. A nice surprise in my mailbox!

  • @lisafisch
    @lisafisch 3 года назад +4

    I love the hazardous recycling system. This would be such a great system for Australia, a country that is obsessed with DIY. It would be a great idea to install such a unit in neighbourhoods for domestic households to safely get rid of paint, oils, etc

  • @user-lx7ul5ft7y
    @user-lx7ul5ft7y 3 года назад +11

    Interesting content Benita. Think
    Sweden is really on the ball with
    recycling. Switzerland is good but
    not as geared up as in Sweden.
    I usually put good clothes that am
    tired of or .... in a carry bag in our
    street. There are a large group of
    darling university students living
    in a Hippy type large house just
    up the road from my apartment.
    They seem to be happy to get the
    stuff. Have often seen one of them
    wearing one of my hand me downs.
    So this is a win win situation. Enjoy
    your week and kindest regards from
    Zurich.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      Sweden and Switzerland seem similar in many ways!

    • @BB-wl8qr
      @BB-wl8qr 3 года назад

      Do Sweden and Switzerland handle all their own recycling? UK and US were selling to China and are having so many issues now.

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад

      @@BB-wl8qr Sweden is incinerating and not recycling most of its rubbish which is why it can import rubbish.

    • @BB-wl8qr
      @BB-wl8qr 3 года назад

      @@lhst9129 Whoa that's crazy. I looked up what was being done there. I had no idea. I feel like they don't exactly advertise this in America, but I still feel silly for not knowing about that. Just kind of amazing. Incinerate your trash and end up with like 40% lower greenhouse gas. Just crazy awesome!

    • @lhst9129
      @lhst9129 3 года назад +1

      @@BB-wl8qr Yes :) Sadly, incineration still produces a lot of greenhouse gases and is not ideal...but better apparently than keeping a landfill, recycling and winning energy from that currently is as good as it gets.. i would say...

  • @KewBlinkla
    @KewBlinkla 3 года назад +1

    I loved reading the comments on your last videos, of some Americans who clearly have no idea that recycling in other countries is just that much better! I am in Canada but have been so in love with Sweden especially since I was a teen. Everything just makes so much more sense. Love this video as always.

  • @cats37
    @cats37 3 года назад +1

    Every time I watch your videos, that makes me want to spring clean! I finally got rid of some of the same things you did. 😸
    I love those cloths for the dishes.

  • @TeeBoyd88
    @TeeBoyd88 3 года назад +2

    As soon as I saw this, I thought of you. I feel the same way when I let go of things.
    "Be a curator of your life. Slowly cut things out until you're left only with what you love, with what's necessary, with what makes you happy." Leo Babauta

  • @gellape
    @gellape 2 года назад

    Benita I could listen to your voice for hours, so calm and cosy.., thanks for your videos

  • @ericayangye
    @ericayangye 3 года назад +3

    Would love to see you doing a plant tour video telling us about the plants you have indoor and outdoor. Thanks ~ Hope you get better soon ~

  • @Anastasia-gw4hf
    @Anastasia-gw4hf 3 года назад +1

    Love love love your videos. I am big fan of scandinavian lifestyle. I have been in Stockholm many times when we're living in Russia. But now we moved to USA and I miss so much Europe and your videos are a little breeze of europe for me. Thank you very much.

  • @angelaarmstrong6405
    @angelaarmstrong6405 3 года назад +2

    100 items and counting. I take mine to a donation. I love the donation room you have . Thank you for all your videos.❤️

  • @marlenejohnston4854
    @marlenejohnston4854 3 года назад +2

    Would love to see an updated walk through of your home...even if there aren’t many out right changes...I just love your style!

  • @johannathorisdottir2456
    @johannathorisdottir2456 3 года назад +2

    Hej! bra video om hur man kan bli av med saker man inte alls behöver. Jag är minimalist och jag har slängt och donerat saker till min familj och andra människor som kan använda dom. din lägenhet är så superfin o mysig!

  • @sin_russ
    @sin_russ 3 года назад +3

    Just found your channel yesterday, and since then I’ve been watching all your videos. Has inspired me to declutter (love that you preach that it doesn’t need to be all of a sudden and can be over time as well). Your days in the life has also inspired me to take advantage of my city more (I live in central Edinburgh, Scotland) love the videos!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +2

      Edinburgh envy! I had to cancel my trip there this summer for obvious reasons. Fingers crossed for next summer!

    • @sin_russ
      @sin_russ 3 года назад

      @@BenitaLarsson Edinburgh has been so strange without the Festival, and the Christmas market has also been cancelled. But it’s still a magical city. moved from South Africa about a year ago and I’ve not taken full advantage! Finger crossed you’ll be here and enjoy the Scottish summer! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @Poppy-
    @Poppy- 3 года назад +8

    0:45 I agree with the comment, but our needs change during life. I got rid of a lot of things due to the change of needs and I'm sure you are doing it in the most responsible way possible. I just furnished my new bedroom with new and charity shop finds. I'll pass on furniture and clothes I don't need or use anymore. And I love your videos ☺️

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +2

      Yes, there are quite a few stages in life where you have very different needs for sure!

    • @Poppy-
      @Poppy- 3 года назад

      @@BenitaLarsson maternity and childhood is a big one. All the furniture, clothes and toys from that period were passed on. We have neighbourhood "library house" (they look like bigger birdhouses) and I leave there old books and boardgames

  • @PlumebeautyDunsborough
    @PlumebeautyDunsborough 3 года назад +1

    Absolutely, as always your videos are brilliant . I believe you always will declutter as life moves forward . Sometimes a lot sometimes smaller amounts . We constantly are changing so that why things come in and out of our lives . I wish our recycling was as good as your Country . Thank you x

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      Yes, this is totally an ongoing thing!

  • @AmySmith-hh5yn
    @AmySmith-hh5yn 3 года назад +2

    We (the USA) are so far behind your country’s wonderful recycling efforts.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Feel very fortunate to have this system!

  • @gerlunatorres
    @gerlunatorres 3 года назад +12

    Some of the things that you decluttered I would have kept; actually, I keep. I have repaired my 10 years old umbrella twice, my iron is 23 years old, the microfiber cloth is quite used but still functional. It is great to have pristine hardware and clothes, but I do not think I would replace some of these things with new ones just because they are old, specially if they still work.

    • @gerlunatorres
      @gerlunatorres 3 года назад +3

      @Deb Oh! Sorry about that.Thank you for clarifying.

    • @wildflowerwind6941
      @wildflowerwind6941 3 года назад +3

      I was thinking the same thing.

  • @ThatSimpleLife61
    @ThatSimpleLife61 3 года назад +4

    I have missed your videos lately, so yours is the first I am watching today! Thank you for sharing your life!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching them!

  • @victhoene
    @victhoene 3 года назад +2

    I love how easy your country makes it to recycle. It's not that easy here in US. Especially hazardous waste. Thank you for sharing

  • @mymail1938
    @mymail1938 3 года назад +2

    What a beautiful tortie ❤️ I have one too. Enjoyed the video, thanks.

  • @patsyw4141
    @patsyw4141 3 года назад

    I agree with you about donating things, rather than selling them. I've struggled with trying to sell items, especially those in really good condition, but now I realise the stress from keeping so much stuff, is not doing anything for my well-being, plus charities are benefitting by donating.

  • @dianadriverasbury9130
    @dianadriverasbury9130 3 года назад +2

    I'm always so excited when I read of places like Sweden who actually recycle.

  • @annekimberleight
    @annekimberleight 3 года назад +10

    Inspiring as usual ❤️❤️❤️ your voice is so calming ❣️💜

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      I’m never going to get used to listening to my own voice but I appreciate that you enjoy it!

  • @kittykautz153
    @kittykautz153 3 года назад +2

    This video (as all your videos) inspires me to continue decluttering. Kitties are beautiful, I loved the expression on the calico

  • @sylvienguyen3361
    @sylvienguyen3361 3 года назад

    Decluttering and donating items is liberating. Considering the source, material composition, and need for an item, prior to purchasing, prevents clutter. Living in a clean, clutter-free home enhances my creativity and productivity. Cats, though, are one of my luxuries. Your videos are inspiring.

  • @tams7411
    @tams7411 3 года назад

    When I was a kid, I was definitely a consumerist maximalist, so I understand where you come from about having a lot of things to get rid of when you down sized. Now, as a teenager, I’m very much a minimalist and not at all a consumerist!! My style has really done a full 180 and now I’m as climate conscious as I can be :) Minimalism has done so much for my anxiety and overall happiness and I 100% recommend anyone thinking of doing it to take the plunge! Minimalism just makes my life so simple, and (,,granted it has been easier for me because I’m still young,,) it was very easy to actually become a minimalist! I’ve been on my journey for a little over 1 year now, and it keeps getting better.
    Anyway, I only recently found your channel (from NTS’s Small Living series), and I love it so much! It just keeps inspiring me (and your videos are v good for my anxiety) as a young and relatively new minimalist. Tysm! :)

  • @beckyj.odonnell2385
    @beckyj.odonnell2385 3 года назад +1

    Great video. I offer items in good shape items to niece or friends, then drop rest off at one of the donation stores. Recycle as much as I can (have to take to one privately owned center in town). My city offers a free hazardous waste drop off at recycling center once a month. Then the rest goes into the trash bin. It isn’t worth the physical space the item is taking up in my small apartment nor my time to worry about trying to sell an item here or an item there for a few dollars. The key for people is a different mindset on possessions and what we really need to be happy and stop buying stuff. I might be getting rid of a lot in the short term but keeping what I use or just really like and being intentional about what comes into my space

  • @johnentwhistlesurelysamsun1840
    @johnentwhistlesurelysamsun1840 3 года назад +1

    Decluttering and Recycling is a continues process, but a neccesity to keep ones home minimilistic and beautiful like in this video always clutter will build up in some form or another although one doesn't add to things and you will find stuff does seem to appear from nowhere but things like shoes do get worn so one is constantly having a turnout.....endless task!!!

  • @jobursill4865
    @jobursill4865 3 года назад +2

    The recycling in Sweden is fantastic 👍🏻. The denim shirt looks great on you x

  • @josesousa2688
    @josesousa2688 3 года назад +3

    God dag fran Portugal ! Bom dia ! Beautiful house, beautiful cat ! Everything is beautiful ! Tack som ! Muito obrigado !

  • @annettewalsh4842
    @annettewalsh4842 3 года назад +3

    Love the way your country manages waste. Inspiring!

  • @irishcladdagh3
    @irishcladdagh3 3 года назад

    I fell off my minimalist wagon during these 6 mths of intense pandamic issues...but a few wks ago I got back on track and just this weekend I decluttered and yesterday rehomed it all...feeling light & free once again 💙

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      It is such a great feeling, isn’t it!

  • @nancyvanderpuye5475
    @nancyvanderpuye5475 3 года назад +9

    Could you do a video on using vinegar and baking soda to clean the apartment: what works where and combinations?

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +2

      Thanks, I’ll add it to my list if video ideas!

  • @uexcited
    @uexcited 3 года назад +3

    I know what I'll be doing this weekend now 🤗 Lovely video! 😊

  • @melmil9836
    @melmil9836 3 года назад

    Yes l totally agree about not selling just giving away. Besides l love giving items to people for free, it makes me happy to hear the excitement from them when they take it away🥰

  • @missysanders83
    @missysanders83 3 года назад +1

    A pleasure as always! Hope you have a great week!

  • @denisecarter5117
    @denisecarter5117 3 года назад +11

    You are my favorite RUclips person to watch.

  • @laguera35cm
    @laguera35cm 3 года назад +1

    I wish we had here In the USA all the great sources to recycle. Although I drop my things off at the Salvation Army or the Good Will store, some part of me does not like the fact that they profit from things that are being donated. I do also like to share my things with family and friend and neighbors first before donating them.

  • @Stumpybear7640
    @Stumpybear7640 3 года назад +2

    Hi from Shetland Benita xxx
    Love what you do. Excellent video editing x

  • @emmabenfield874
    @emmabenfield874 3 года назад +2

    Such a great video and so beautifully shot...also I'm happy when any of your video's includes a glimpse of Mini or Bonus:)

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      I live when they agree to be in it too!

  • @clareduncan175
    @clareduncan175 3 года назад +1

    This is the first time watching one of your videos, and admittedly I have had a couple of glasses of wine. But when you showed a number of your items going to the recycling room, and then you showed a clip of your cat, I thought “No, don’t take that beautiful cat to the recycling room!” I quickly realised that is not your intention 😅
    Anyway, this was very enlightening. Yet again, Sweden (and Scandinavia in general) display how intelligent and sustainable they are in terms of strategies they have developed to minimise waste and utilise resources. The rest of the world (and I live in a relatively sustainable, liberal country) has much to learn

  • @JaniceRafael
    @JaniceRafael 3 года назад +1

    cat staring into camera wondering if I’ll go to the bulky trash - LOL 🐈 💕

  • @kimboston5431
    @kimboston5431 3 года назад +1

    I love your videos especially your decluttering videos!! I live in the USA & I would love to have your recycling options here in America! I only give things away or donate them as well... Minnie is beautiful, give her my love & stay well & great to see you both!! 🐾💗🐾

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching again!😊

  • @kathrynp7595
    @kathrynp7595 3 года назад +4

    Love, love, love your videos, very relaxing and so well done 👍🏼

  • @m.e.nickels
    @m.e.nickels 3 года назад +3

    I wish I lived there, great recycling systems!!

  • @gvmatcha
    @gvmatcha 2 года назад

    That’s so amazing that Sweden sorts out the trash!!! That makes decluttering much easier and guilt free. Sadly the US is very far behind in sustainability. It’s so hard to find places to recycle certain items. I donate items in good condition, but for those that are worn out, I feel guilty throwing it away because I know it’ll end up in a landfill. I end up holding onto items I wouldn’t otherwise.

  • @meadowlane637
    @meadowlane637 2 года назад

    I'm still rewatching your videos today and have to say Sweden's recycling program is amazing. Canada could learn alot. I noticed in another video that you can recycle snack packages. We can't do that here and even some plastics aren't accepted. I take my stuff to charity shops. I alternate between the different shops. I don't have the patience to sell things online and much prefer giving to charity. We also have donation drives for the homeless shelters. I'm still working on decluttering. I'm getting much better at making quick decisions and parting with things. I just want to see bare floors. I envy you your bare floors lol.

  • @miabrooks5715
    @miabrooks5715 3 года назад +6

    I love your videos!! So inspiring! I really needed it this week in my house! Thank you so much! Have a great week!!

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад +1

      I’m so happy you find them useful!

  • @julien3544
    @julien3544 3 года назад

    We used to have "the mall" at our recycling center. People would bring furniture,books,sports equipment. It was great! Some people are not comfortable with selling so this was a way someone could make money off of your old stuff. Very popular. Hope it comes back after Covid relaxes it's grip.

  • @coffeejab3381
    @coffeejab3381 3 года назад +1

    Have been watching your videos since you had 2,000 subscribers. Love your tone of voice and relaxed video watching ☺

  • @kathygordon9627
    @kathygordon9627 3 года назад +2

    Your videos are so inspirational and your voice so soothing - thank you so much.

  • @atanasiamandru8188
    @atanasiamandru8188 3 года назад

    I wish I could live in Sweden after seeing this video. I live in Romania where recycling is just starting out and most of the population is just too lazy to do it. I try really hard to do everything possible to reuse what I can, to gift what can be gifted and to only buy what is absolutely necesary, but recycling is really frustrating when you see the dump truck picking up everything you meticulously sorted into categories and just jumbling them all up again in one go... I still do it because I want to have the habit already in place when we eventually do get functional recycling infrastructure, but it honestly makes me so sad that sooooo much stuff ends up in the dump...

  • @--Valentina-
    @--Valentina- 3 года назад +3

    I really like your videos and find them so soothing!

  • @michellealdrich
    @michellealdrich 3 года назад +2

    Loved this and very envious of your country’s comprehensive recycling! TFS 😊

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching the video!

  • @2plus2by2
    @2plus2by2 3 года назад +1

    I was going to say that I love my Amope (battery operated foot file) but I can see that if you prefer filing in the shower, that option doesn't work. I actually switched from filing in the shower with a foot file, I just don't have the time in there to do it, to the dry filing whenever I do have time. Sometimes we acquire then rid ourselves of things when we are trying to figure out what a good match for us will be.
    I wish our recycling and disposal was as efficient as it seems it is in Sweden.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Yes, optimizing what you use where is a good thing!

  • @jessdalton185
    @jessdalton185 2 года назад

    Tip: You can clean mascara brushes and donate them to be repurposed by wildlife rehabilitators to groom, clean and treat wild animals through the non-profit, Wands for Wildlife (or someplace similar where you're located).
    Question: Where did you get your nightstand lamps? :)

  • @yuliaromzez8097
    @yuliaromzez8097 3 года назад +1

    U are amazing dear Benita!!! I just love you and ur living being filosofy:)))) I AM WITH YOU LOVIE ❤ FOLLOWING U

  • @scaredofmice8658
    @scaredofmice8658 3 года назад +1

    Love that you do it not just talk about it thank you for the inspiration

  • @AnetteWang
    @AnetteWang 3 года назад

    Living in Oslo we have the same recycling scheme, makes it so much easier to be mindful when discarding and decluttering things. I love the hand-over room too, we have it both on kindergardens and schools, as well as the nearby community area. Left so much there and found some new treasures too. Totally agree regarding selling stuff. With two small kids there's so much that need constant replacement as they grow. I sell some things that are valuable, but for everything else I just donate to hand-me-down rooms. It takes too much time already to be on top of kids things.

    • @BenitaLarsson
      @BenitaLarsson  3 года назад

      Yay for Norway!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @monicaw101
    @monicaw101 3 года назад +2

    Benita, you are my inspiration ! Thank you !!