I wish I would have realized sooner that empty space is not a bad thing!! I’ve gotten rid of so many of my organizing bins because I don’t have as much to store! Now my closets are almost empty but I have everything I need!
I wish I knew I wouldn’t actually know any other minimalist in real life. I am the only minimalist I know of in real life which is why I cling tightly to any online minimalist I find and you two are some of my favorites. Such good ideas. How do you guys have this all figured out? You should be very proud of yourselves. Keep the videos coming!
That’s funny Heather because we felt the exact same way when we started! We still really don’t have many people around us (physically) that are minimalists, but you are right. They are everywhere online! Thank you so much for your kind words 😊
You both are an inspiration. Having a lot of children is a blessing! I didn’t start til I was 34 and had my last at 41. Then we went on to adopt three children in my early 50’s!! Don’t rule out more kids. ❤️
You guys are absolutely adorable. So glad I found you-our 3 kids are in college and my husband and I are working our way towards minimalism. What a process it is but does take away so much stress!!
It’s very well to say that in hindsight you didn’t need half of these baby things. I didn’t need them either but I bought them because I thought I did, there was so many things I never or barely used although most of it was second hand. Now I know better! . My daughter is six and probably still has way too many things, but I see friends having babies and I’m saying to them you really don’t need that and you could do without this. they’ve still have it on the baby list because they feel like they can’t parent without this things, equipment, outfits, toys, slings, pushchairs. They think you’re just being a freak for saying you don’t need things because they don’t know better. A lot of the time people don’t listen anyway. I’m at the beginning of my journey and wish I new all this 10 years ago before I got a container full of stuff across they world that I’m still trying to clear out.
Baby is adorable, I always need inspiration, I’m always decluttering , that is my hobby, u both remind me to continue, I was laughing with comments and expressions on adding to family , u both are amazing!
It’s good to go fast enough to keep up the momentum but not burn out. It is good to take breaks for a few weeks or a few months then go back to it. I like to say there 3 ways to go thru things. 1. With a heavy hand 2. With a vicious hand 3. With a “I’m getting this stuff GONE! Hand. There is always the need to go back. If you have a lot of a items in a single category put some items that you’re not sure about in a box and put it away and see what happens for the next few or several months. Sometimes even an entire year because it may be something that you need to go thru the seasons to see what you need to do. After you’re decided upon time has passed donate what you don’t need. As time goes by you’ll get in the habit of regularly evaluating your possessions. As you clean you’ll pull things out here and there. And, of course, you hopefully will not bring in as much. But as many say, “to live is to consume”. Let’s just not be a slave to consumerism.
One of the things that we are still feeling out with minimalism is that open communication between myself and my husband is constantly necessary. I think he “gets” minimalism, then I find out he won’t minimalise something that I think is easy to give away (or not bring into the family). It is a constant check of I’m okay - are you okay? Open and continuous communication is an asset to minimalism. Love your channel, perspectives, and grounding logic. Keep up the great work. 👍 ♥️
Your point about "anyone can live minimally and still have an abundant life". Listening to your previous videos and this one, i think you have a more abundant life in your minimal living. Less clutter, less distractions, less minding things means you are doing more of what you like, having more time for family and people and more peaceful rest. That sounds abundant to me and what I hope to get to in my downsizing journey to having just enough.
1. There is no rush. Finish up one room before you move on. 2. Even after minimizing you will still need to declutter periodically. (Clothes, toys,replacing things). Put things to get rid off into a bigger box and get rid of it once per month. You will be able to get rid off things that you used to use six months ago. 3. People, friends and family may not understand or agree with your lifestyle. If you get gifts and you enjoy that, keep it. If you have no use for it, give it away. (If you love your lifestyle you won't care). The longer you do it, the more people will start to understand it and be inspired. 4. Being minimalist doesn't mean it's spotlessly clean all the time. Only the resetting a couple of times per day will be so simple and quick. It's about keeping an easier home. Kids need a lot less than you think. People are creatures of habit (Same clothes, Samo toys). Kids can decide what to keep/throw away. 5. Teach kids the WHY (why having less things), lead by example. Include them in the process. Minimalism might make you think you can manage more kids (house, laundry, toys). Kids are not as expensive, when you don't buy that much stuff. 6. Anyone can live minimally and still have an abundant life.
Yes #1! I find myself just being impatient and wanting to be done right away. But it’s good to slow down and really think in depth about what exactly you need and don’t
I raised my son like this. The problem was that he spent all his free time up the street in the cluttered house that had three boys that were homeschooled. Lol You could not walk around that house without stepping on toys. However, I believe had my kid not been an only child, he would have become accustomed to playing in a neat house. He had plenty of toys, but they had a place, and projects were constructed on flat cardboard so they they could be moved to a corner overnight.
Aww, what a beautiful family you are. Sounds like you're well on your way to a full and content life. Together, you can achieve anything. I wish my husband and I had known about minimalism when we were younger. It's been a real struggle for us over the years, and we only started our minimalism journey a year ago. Already, we've enjoyed so many benefits...the peace it brings is the greatest gift x
❤️❤️thank you for keeping me motivated. It’s so different to be minimal as a family Bc oh boy babies and toddlers can add clutter sooo fast. This is nice and helpful 😊
Who made the decision to do it? In my case, I decided to 'declutter' and then husband sort of followed. I didn't decide to be a minimalist. I found it quite stressful at the time but I have always been glad I just did it. Now, I get a bit 'antsy' when I see things building up.
Wow! Love this. We have 2 kiddos and I definitely connect with all of this. Loved your home tour. You guys make it seem so practical and attainable for families! I’ll have to check out your other videos, but I’m a SAHM and I would love to see a day in the life video of how your kids play and stay entertained and such!
Hey guys,this has nothing to do with decluttering but hopefully you can help me. I think that I noticed a Berkeley water filtration on your counter top. Do you love it? Is the water cold or warm when it comes out? Also do you have a link for it? Thanks so much!!
Love love love it!!! Absolutely would recommend it. The water comes out room temperature since you are putting it into the system at room temperature, no complaints here though. Here is our link: www.berkeyfilters.com/?a_aid=5e1e0fe6745fd&a_bid=91332cde Use our discount code: CARLEEN
Missed you guys!!! Omg baby Legend is gone so big!! Love all his baby sounds. Carleen you look so bomb!! I don't have social media....so I see all the update on RUclips lol. Carleen facial expression to more kids 🤣 I do the same with our diaper boxes....great to throw stuff in there to donate. Happy to see you guys back.
@@TheArmsteadFamily wow 19 lbs!! Thats so awesome...congrats. If you feel comfortable...I would love to see a video on your health journey. Every time I watch your videos I feel so motivated to declutter my home....thanks for all your inspiration 🙌🏾
Have you ever contacted Dawn the Minimal Mom? Both of your content is very similar and she does collaborations with lots of other channels, and I feel you could fit in with that and maybe help grow your channel.
Hey Minimal Fam ♥️! What is something you wish you knew before becoming a minimalist?
I'd say take my time. Loved this video!
Love this!! Becoming minimal makes my heart so much happier!!! Hahah 5 kids?! Imagine!! Thad would be awesome big family of 7
that it is truly life changing style- I would do it sooner and quicker 😂😍
I wish I would have realized sooner that empty space is not a bad thing!! I’ve gotten rid of so many of my organizing bins because I don’t have as much to store! Now my closets are almost empty but I have everything I need!
Hey Cassidie ❤️... yes!! It feels weird at first, but once you get used to it.. you never want to go back 😊
I wish I knew I wouldn’t actually know any other minimalist in real life. I am the only minimalist I know of in real life which is why I cling tightly to any online minimalist I find and you two are some of my favorites. Such good ideas. How do you guys have this all figured out? You should be very proud of yourselves. Keep the videos coming!
That’s funny Heather because we felt the exact same way when we started! We still really don’t have many people around us (physically) that are minimalists, but you are right. They are everywhere online!
Thank you so much for your kind words 😊
Yes! I only know one other minimalist in real life & she’s in her seventies. Doesn’t even know what minimalism is; it’s just natural for her!
I love how restful your home looks now. Truly inspiring for a young family. It’s also great you are both on the same page as a couple. ❤️
Aww thank you so much ❤️.. It’s been a journey, but we are happy to be doing this together
its so important to be one the same page for a couple!
🤣🤣 the comment about being able to handle more kids. He clearly wants more lol that’s sweet. I had 4 in 4 and a half years!
😂😂.. WOW! That is no joke! It must be crazy and awesome all at the same time
LoL sounds like my hubby. He sneaks little remarks in. But I'm not a PEZ dispenser. 😭
You both are an inspiration. Having a lot of children is a blessing! I didn’t start til I was 34 and had my last at 41. Then we went on to adopt three children in my early 50’s!! Don’t rule out more kids. ❤️
Thank you Julie 😊❤️
You guys are absolutely adorable. So glad I found you-our 3 kids are in college and my husband and I are working our way towards minimalism. What a process it is but does take away so much stress!!
Hey Lisa ❤️.. aww thank you so much! And congratulations! This must be an exciting new season for you and your husband 😊
I just found your channel and I love how real you guys are. Great content!
Awww thank you Susie ❤️, so glad you found us
It’s very well to say that in hindsight you didn’t need half of these baby things. I didn’t need them either but I bought them because I thought I did, there was so many things I never or barely used although most of it was second hand. Now I know better! . My daughter is six and probably still has way too many things, but I see friends having babies and I’m saying to them you really don’t need that and you could do without this. they’ve still have it on the baby list because they feel like they can’t parent without this things, equipment, outfits, toys, slings, pushchairs. They think you’re just being a freak for saying you don’t need things because they don’t know better. A lot of the time people don’t listen anyway. I’m at the beginning of my journey and wish I new all this 10 years ago before I got a container full of stuff across they world that I’m still trying to clear out.
Baby is adorable, I always need inspiration, I’m always decluttering , that is my hobby, u both remind me to continue, I was laughing with comments and expressions on adding to family , u both are amazing!
Thank you so much, Anna ♥️. Really happy to hear it inspired you!! Legend is a cutie 😊
You two are a sweet couple. I love how real and every day y'all show things. Bless you
Thank you Yvonne ❤️.. that means a lot to us 😊
You both are so beautiful and down to earth! I love how real you are and how kind you seem =)
Aww this comment is everything ❤️ thank you Sarah 😊😊
Kia Ora from NZ, Monthly (or what ever you choose) declutters work well.
Some of my family think that I'm being ungrateful. I wish they could understand. I've had huge arguments about receiving gifts.
I asked them nicely that I only want to receive gifts for Christmas and birthdays. My family wants to buy something for every holiday.
It’s good to go fast enough to keep up the momentum but not burn out. It is good to take breaks for a few weeks or a few months then go back to it. I like to say there 3 ways to go thru things. 1. With a heavy hand 2. With a vicious hand 3. With a “I’m getting this stuff GONE! Hand. There is always the need to go back. If you have a lot of a items in a single category put some items that you’re not sure about in a box and put it away and see what happens for the next few or several months. Sometimes even an entire year because it may be something that you need to go thru the seasons to see what you need to do. After you’re decided upon time has passed donate what you don’t need. As time goes by you’ll get in the habit of regularly evaluating your possessions. As you clean you’ll pull things out here and there. And, of course, you hopefully will not bring in as much. But as many say, “to live is to consume”. Let’s just not be a slave to consumerism.
Yes! Love this ❤️😊
One of the things that we are still feeling out with minimalism is that open communication between myself and my husband is constantly necessary. I think he “gets” minimalism, then I find out he won’t minimalise something that I think is easy to give away (or not bring into the family). It is a constant check of I’m okay - are you okay? Open and continuous communication is an asset to minimalism.
Love your channel, perspectives, and grounding logic. Keep up the great work. 👍 ♥️
This is so good, Wendy! Love this perspective. We are going to do a video about minimalism with non-minimalist spouses soon!
Your point about "anyone can live minimally and still have an abundant life". Listening to your previous videos and this one, i think you have a more abundant life in your minimal living. Less clutter, less distractions, less minding things means you are doing more of what you like, having more time for family and people and more peaceful rest. That sounds abundant to me and what I hope to get to in my downsizing journey to having just enough.
It’s a beautiful exchange ❤️❤️
1. There is no rush. Finish up one room before you move on.
2. Even after minimizing you will still need to declutter periodically.
(Clothes, toys,replacing things).
Put things to get rid off into a bigger box and get rid of it once per month.
You will be able to get rid off things that you used to use six months ago.
3. People, friends and family may not understand or agree with your lifestyle. If you get gifts and you enjoy that, keep it. If you have no use for it, give it away.
(If you love your lifestyle you won't care).
The longer you do it, the more people will start to understand it and be inspired.
4. Being minimalist doesn't mean it's spotlessly clean all the time. Only the resetting a couple of times per day will be so simple and quick.
It's about keeping an easier home.
Kids need a lot less than you think. People are creatures of habit (Same clothes, Samo toys).
Kids can decide what to keep/throw away.
5. Teach kids the WHY (why having less things), lead by example. Include them in the process.
Minimalism might make you think you can manage more kids (house, laundry, toys).
Kids are not as expensive, when you don't buy that much stuff.
6. Anyone can live minimally and still have an abundant life.
Yes #1! I find myself just being impatient and wanting to be done right away. But it’s good to slow down and really think in depth about what exactly you need and don’t
Finish one room completely at a time. It’s so much less overwhelming ❤️
So grateful to have come across your channel one day. Watching your videos really gives me hope for a simpler life with my family🤍.
So glad you found us, Olena.. welcome to the family ♥️... you can do it!
I raised my son like this. The problem was that he spent all his free time up the street in the cluttered house that had three boys that were homeschooled. Lol You could not walk around that house without stepping on toys. However, I believe had my kid not been an only child, he would have become accustomed to playing in a neat house. He had plenty of toys, but they had a place, and projects were constructed on flat cardboard so they they could be moved to a corner overnight.
Your house looks so nice! Thank you for sharing your journey. Your baby is so good!
Aww, what a beautiful family you are. Sounds like you're well on your way to a full and content life. Together, you can achieve anything. I wish my husband and I had known about minimalism when we were younger. It's been a real struggle for us over the years, and we only started our minimalism journey a year ago. Already, we've enjoyed so many benefits...the peace it brings is the greatest gift x
I love it when he mentions having more kids, the faces she makes are precious❤️
Aw thank you! I would love to have more children, but it’s too dangerous with my history of hemorrhaging 🥺 I wish ❤️❤️
It makes soo much sence! Minimal family, lets make this channel big! First couple I see ❤..
❤️❤️thank you for keeping me motivated. It’s so different to be minimal as a family Bc oh boy babies and toddlers can add clutter sooo fast. This is nice and helpful 😊
Yes they can!! Thank you for watching ❤️
Trying really hard to pay attention.....but that baby is just so adorable I can’t take my eyes off him.
I know right!!!
Definitely utilize those diaper boxes on a monthly basis. Ty Minimal Fam!
😊❤️
On my own minimalist journey thanks for sharing what your doing New subscriber here 😊
Awww someone wants more kids. How cute.
Good job, bless you for sharing, and for your enthusiasm and encouragement.
Thank you ❤️❤️
Who made the decision to do it? In my case, I decided to 'declutter' and then husband sort of followed. I didn't decide to be a minimalist. I found it quite stressful at the time but I have always been glad I just did it. Now, I get a bit 'antsy' when I see things building up.
You are a beautiful family ❤️🤗 the baby is so cute🥰
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How do you get to the point of being okay letting go? What about sentimental items? Also, do you try to sell items or donate?
Agree agree with it all! 💯👌🏼
😊
Oh my word, your baby is just gorgeous xoxo
Thank you 😊
Wow! Love this. We have 2 kiddos and I definitely connect with all of this. Loved your home tour. You guys make it seem so practical and attainable for families! I’ll have to check out your other videos, but I’m a SAHM and I would love to see a day in the life video of how your kids play and stay entertained and such!
Hey guys,this has nothing to do with decluttering but hopefully you can help me. I think that I noticed a Berkeley water filtration on your counter top. Do you love it? Is the water cold or warm when it comes out? Also do you have a link for it? Thanks so much!!
Love love love it!!! Absolutely would recommend it. The water comes out room temperature since you are putting it into the system at room temperature, no complaints here though. Here is our link: www.berkeyfilters.com/?a_aid=5e1e0fe6745fd&a_bid=91332cde
Use our discount code: CARLEEN
Missed you guys!!! Omg baby Legend is gone so big!! Love all his baby sounds. Carleen you look so bomb!! I don't have social media....so I see all the update on RUclips lol. Carleen facial expression to more kids 🤣 I do the same with our diaper boxes....great to throw stuff in there to donate. Happy to see you guys back.
Aw so sweet! Thank you ❤️❤️ Legend is getting so big. I’m down 19 pounds and on a health journey. So happy to be back 🥰
@@TheArmsteadFamily wow 19 lbs!! Thats so awesome...congrats. If you feel comfortable...I would love to see a video on your health journey. Every time I watch your videos I feel so motivated to declutter my home....thanks for all your inspiration 🙌🏾
Thank you 😊... I am starting another channel that will be all about my fitness journey. Stay tuned ♥️
Have you ever contacted Dawn the Minimal Mom? Both of your content is very similar and she does collaborations with lots of other channels, and I feel you could fit in with that and maybe help grow your channel.
Hey Teri ❤️.. we love Dawn! We are in her monthly collaborations 😊.. we hope to do a 1-on-1 collab with her soon!
I watch both channels regularly. Maximizing the minimal experience. 🤓
Oh my gosh, Hi!
Missed y'all!!!
Aww we are BACK to stay haha ❤️
@@TheArmsteadFamily I'm glad
Haha a minimal house Does make you think you can have more kids!!
😂😂
I like your content however the zoom in and out thing is redundant and distracting.
Thank you for the feedback 😊❤️
I really think he is ready for another baby (or 2) 😆
He really wants more 😭😭
I have 3 boys with me, my husband really wants a girl....