Unfortunately. Gray hair ages you twenty years. Find a training beauty school and have it done for Pennie’s. I’m 63 and people think I’m ten to twenty years younger… but I don’t have gray hair.. just like to be blonde!!!
One thing I would suggest, especially for those of us who prepare most of our own meals: I like to play classical music softly while cooking and eating. It sets the mood and makes the meal feel fancy even if it’s just omelettes and smoothies 🤗
It's a proven fact that if you listen to music before you go to sleep at night and you have a challenge to overcome it will help your brain come up with an idea while you're sleeping
Great video! I quit going to the hairdresser five years ago. I cut my hair myself. I save money and never get disappointed 😀 I quit wearing heels. I feel so comfortable 👍 I quit worrying for the future. I really enjoy the presence of ”now”. I quit buying clothes made of polyester. I love my cotton, linnen and silk. My body can breath and they last so much longer. ❤️
I personally make a list of things I need and/or want before I get the money to purchase it. I've been doing that for years and it trained me to just buy what's on my list and when it's not on the list I don't even think about it. It definitely makes life simpler 😊
I fell naturally into this to from online shopping it sit in my cart then I'd just delete it cuz I decided we'll I don't actually need it like i thought Or I found it used ect ect..
I would love to hear your purpose, as I really admire you 🤍 you are such a gentle, kind, loving woman of God! I so value you’re channel and the example you are! Seriously, thank you for being you! 💓
These words are so incredibly kind and uplifting. Thanks for saying that. So happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc. I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc). So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
I can really relate to the idea of expecting too much from oneself and others... and then getting overwhelmed and getting done nothing at all . Trying to quit the "all or nothing" mentality and keep expectations realistic. Thanks for the video, first one to inspire me in a while x
Margaret… you make my heart feel so calm and comfortable. It seems everything I currently struggle with or feel insecure about, you have wise words for it. Thank you.
I twisted my hair and now have dreadlocs! 💆🏾♀️👸🏾❤ Life is so much easier not paying for expensive braids or other weave hairstyles, etc. This was truly a game changer and my hair has grown so much (waist length). Oh, my pockets are even fuller 😅
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 196 subs and almost 82 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
I took notes! They all make complete sense but until you REALLY look at the points, you cant see the impact it has everyday. Thank you. Great video. You look like you’re blooming now. ❤
I am 58 years old, and I just learned many of these things embracing minimalism 6 years ago. I was raised in a different time, and time changes things. Technology has replaced many items we had to buy for use, but so many people walk around as mental hoarders because of information overload. Something I too have to keep ‘in check’. You have done well. Had I embraced simplification of my life many years ago, I can hardly imagine what my life might look like today. Be Simple, Live Simple ❤
This the one of the best videos I've listened to in a long time. Very empowering and encouraging! I want to take many of the tips to heart and start putting them into practice. Thank you so much dear Margaret! May you be richly blessed in return for blessing others!
This was such a great video and great wisdom! The whole phone in the morning thing- I agree 100 on that! My days are SO much better without starting with opening my phone. Also just staying off the phone for most of the day!
Ahhh...a clean car is my favorite!! It is like a mama treat!😂 I would love your prayers as I feel like I am struggling a bit...mostly self-talk. I homeschool (which puts on a HUGE layer of expectations, burdens, etc), but I have one right now who has been strugglimg for years with dyslexia. He had gotten so much better with his reading, but is still behind and it weighs on me.😫 Thank you for praying!!!💛💛💛
I love listening to you and watching your videos. You bless me, and encourage me so much. Thank you! I pray the Lord allows you to keep serving Him and ministering to us this way for a long time! 🙏🏼🧡
For me, part of intentional living isn’t just letting things go but adding things like gardening that might not be simple but bring me joy. I’m just careful to not add too much - when there’s too much “noise” and superficial stuff, It dilutes the things that bring the most love, joy and value. Great video and would absolutely LOVE an example of a simplified/minimal iPhone! Thank you for valuable, authentic content!❤️
I love love love Perfect Supplements. I've used their collagen powder for over 3 years, and I noticed within just weeks that my skin looked better and hair grew faster and looked healthier. Great points on all you mentioned!
A few I have quit 💓 social media 💓 using artificial light (90% of the time I use natural sunlight or just get around in a just darker space if it’s cloudy out) 💓 sunscreen (I use it for prolonged sun outings but I try to get 30 mins of direct sun a day and wear protective clothing otherwise) 💓 information overload 💓 a stacked daily to do list 💓 plain water - I almost always add in either fresh lemon juice and sea salt, or just a little sea salt, or like a splash of 100% cranberry juice with sea salt, I want to give my body minerals!
I needed this, so I thank you. I subscribed, so I'm looking forward to watching. 💜 I'm thankful that you are learning this early in life. I'm 51, and I'm new to learning, but I hope it sticks. We didn't have this way of thinking (or I didn't) or taught back in the day ( the eighties ) Lol I Appreciate, and I'm thankful I found your channel.🤓
Yes, keeping the purse contents simple is great! People in the macrobiotic world say if you want to check a woman’s digestion and intestinal health just look in her purse!
Not sure if this was intentional or not, but you typed out overconfuming (instead of overconsuming) and I think that is absolutely genius. Because overconsuming makes me fume. ANYWAY...great video as always. Tons of love and appreciation your way. ❤
😂I walked out of target the other day feeling overwhelmed…. Confuming! I thought I’d get some nice things for bed/bath but after trying to totally redesign my house in my head I just got the basic cleaning supplies that I needed and left. I didn’t need the Floof!
I hope your financial situation gets better soon. It is very difficult to be young and starting out in this economy. Thrift stores are a good place to get the things you need or may want. God bless you, your family and home.
Now I gotta ask… what was your purpose? And also, how did you go about finding it? I’m Catholic so for me I understand that I have an inherent purpose, but a lot of the time I struggle to find a more personal purpose to give me that drive to spend my time and energy wisely and to be moving towards my goal. What’s your secret??
Hey July, I'm so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. And all of ours can differ! This was my journey to finding out mine. My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc. I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc). So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place. Thanks for asking!
Girl there is a huge difference between acknowledging we need to quit some bad habits and actually doing it. I do think I overconsume information, I gossip to fill in gaps etc but something deep down in me is not able to let these things go. You did a lot
I feel you! It took me a while to actually break the habits, but when it happened it just felt so natural. No part of my mind and body enjoyed speaking with negativity. I can catch myself very quickly just by sensing how I'm feeling...like my mood shifts instantly! And I'm like NOPE, not going there.
Looking forward to your simplifying toy video I’ll be looking out for that one definitely. It’s an area in my home I really struggle with and I only have one child… he’s bored all the time and I believe overwhelmed even though we practice toy rotation 😫
I just love your videos! First off… how did you get so wise at 29??!! I’m 42 and you are speaking to my soul at times and the bit about the jumbo pack of pens cracked me up 😂 I am curious about what you view as your purpose❤
HAha, yes well my husband came home with a jumbo pack of pens a few weeks ago and I was like "what is this?!?!?!". We laughed pretty hard too. I'd be so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc. I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc). So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place. Thanks for asking, Krista!
Heyyy I would love to hear what you define as your purpose!! And especially how you’ve found out about it as well as in what ways it influences your day to day life and decision making. Would probably be so interesting for many of us :)
This video was quite resonating. Lately I had this realization that I have more stuff than I require and use, especially clothes and footwear (thank god I’m not into makeup and accessories). In order to refrain myself from not buying more than required, this thought came into my mind that I will not buy anything if I’m not gonna use it multiple times, and I have limited time and money and will not spend on materials which are going to make me miserable when I’ll see them in my wardrobe. Surprisingly, I have also stopped wasting food when I realized that I can take second helping if required. Planning groceries is so important and my mum needs to understand this because usually either she buys something that’s not needed or forgets to buy what’s needed. I have told her multiple times but no use. Also, keeping things back in the place helps a lot. You don’t need to take out special time to keep the space clean if everything’s at their own assigned place, saves a lot of time. Overconsumption of information is really stressing sometimes, and I’m cutting down my RUclips because of this (and I don’t use any other platforms of social media, good for me!). Thank you for making this video❤
I really would love to hear your purpose....i love your Godly example, and your lovely content! I always love when u post new videos, and treat myself to watching it almost as soon as i see it😊 ~~Susan K.
Hey Susan, I'm so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc. I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc). So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place. Thanks for asking
Not all ingredients in araza beauty products are “natural” just to let you know! Love your videos! ❤ 100% Pure is a great brand! ❤ I’m 31 and love getting older and growing and learning more!
Agree with buying produce that are in season. Learned that one from my son who would never eat strawberries during winter. Said it tastes like nothing. He was right!
Yes I have been WAITING for your kids toys video!! I would love to know what a minimal toy collection looks like, and what activities to replace toy time with :D
I think it’s hard for a lot of people to know their purpose if they don’t know God. Before I got saved my life was a train wreck and I had NO idea what my purpose was, no direction, no drive..I was a mess. God got me out of that and slowly showed me what my purpose was and my life completely changed for the better.
I'm astounded by this. I found content with a similar theme, and it was absolutely incredible. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove
Here's a tip from mom of 5. They're grown now. But I took all toys in the playroom and divided them in half and stored 1/2 away. When they started getting bored with what was out (usually 2-3 months), I'd swap the 1/2 out with the stored toys. It was like a mini Christmas when they'd unpack the toys. Kept them entertained and less mess that they (yes'they') had to pick when they were done playing. Now that I'm an empty nester I still make my life better by taking care of things right away.. I tell myself that my future self will appreciate it.😂 Like some of your tips. Less to clean is more life to live.
Good ideas! I believe everyone should Live below their means" adjust your lifest, be frugal, budget, save and invest. This helped me out as a 6 figure earner. I've grown over half a million in retirement savings with this method
Congratulations ma'am so happy for you, I'm trying to get started I know it takes consistency to be successful. It's really so hilarious. Sadly there's actually people still living paycheck to paycheck
Antoinette NY, 39 . I Just started at my six figure job after being in and out of the poverty line. I really hope I don't end up like this. I'm scared really scared!!!
I love these so much! I have done quite of few of these too and I agree, it is wonderful but I think I’ll write down the rest you said to remind myself to do those too! I think the one I try at but is hardest for me is not expecting perfection from children! It’s so ridiculous to do but so hard not to!
I stumbled upon this video and watched it out of curiosity. Let me just say how pleasantly surprised I am with your amazing tips! I needed to hear this today! Your insight is inspirational! Thank you 🙏
😂😂😂 the jumbo pens....I struggled with many on your list and I was so deeply engaged in this video and the jumbo pens just broke me in laughter and I didnt even realized I had been holding my breath listening to your list....Thanks for bringing fun and relaxation to this community 💜
Your Channel makes me feel like I can breathe again. I am working on slowing down and simplifying my life and your channel is such a fresh breath of air
her family is in her house. all others can wait till morning, no moral legal responsibility towards them until her young family grows up and is roaming outside home at all hours of the night.
So, I know I'm late to this video, but the "Jumbo Pack of Pens" one... This could be applied to EVERYTHING. Having MORE is not always BETTER. Obviously, you know this as a minimalist, but this applies even in life. Having MORE friends doesn't make them BETTER friends. I just. I dunno. That spoke to me from this video. I know you meant it about literal pens, but it could apply to ANYTHING and still be relevant. Thank you!
You’re 3 years younger than me and you inspire me soooooo much 🥰 I love your videos, you’re so REAL and I struggle to understand how anyone could not adore you ❤
Thank you Margaret for this video ❤ much appreciated! PS number 20, 25 and 40 bcs of declutter, but I think also bcs of growing in faith with God 🙏🏻💗not only with people (I’m still struggling with this, so Thank you for shearing and reminding what’s or should say who is most important). 💕🙏🏻
Hey Margaret! Amen to all what you have said! It is refreshing and lovely to hear! I would love to hear what your purpose is! I think you are a lovely woman of God and hope you had a wonderful Mothers Day!
Hey Alicia, yes, I'd be so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc. I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc). So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place. Thanks for asking! And thanks for the mothers day wishes!
8:00 Just used your code for Araza! LOVE how they have samples so I can find the color right for my skin tone!! I really appreciate this video! Such easy ways to implement to simplify life!❤
Would love to know where you purchased your couch from- we’ve been looking for months and it’s a nightmare to find something high quality, with performance materials for pets/family!
Totally feel like we could be best friends! Lol. Agree with every. Single. Thing! Can hear the PEACE in your voice, too. So cool. Like a sigh of RELIEF with every point you made. Hallelujah! 🙌😄
Margaret! I light up when I see a notification from you on my phone. You have spoken life into mine in a way that few can. You have helped me see that there is another way. Thank you for being here
I couldn’t find the question in the comment section, so I would like to ask what is Your purpose in life Margaret❤️🌸 maybe make a video for us to find more inspiration for our purposes in life? That would be very nice🌼
It always amazing to me that people feel it is okay to criticize other people. They don't even know you! Guess they never heard the saying "if you don't have anything good ro say, just say nothing! Your videos are great
Girl you had so many of the things that I have been quitting in the last few years. What a wealth of information. The only thing that did not resonate with me is using supplements. I feel that if you eat fresh and don’t eat all the food that is loaded with crap there is not a need for them. But like my mom always said I will tell you what I think and you are going to do what you think anyway. Great ideas all the way and I hope you get many views on this, it is sooooo helpful.
I think it’s always good to get lab work done, we may be missing something and not know it. Sometimes I don’t always eat enough and vitamins are super important when pregnant.
This was so interesting, thank you! I would say I use my phone so much for organising myself. Before I had notebooks, list's, bits of paper everywhere. Now I use an app called colornote. And everything is on there. Recipes, shopping lists, holiday packing lists, daily to do lists. And I'm so much more organised and forget things less. 😚
Hello, I would love to know how you discovered what your purpose was. I am trying to live a more meaningful life, and I would like to find out what I am here for. Thank you so much for your time, and I hope you have a blessed day.💞🙏
I quit hair dye! I decided it was time to stop wasting money and embrace my silver hair at age 58. What freedom!!
I stopped painting my nails… I still do my toenails though
Unfortunately. Gray hair ages you twenty years. Find a training beauty school and have it done for Pennie’s. I’m 63 and people think I’m ten to twenty years younger… but I don’t have gray hair.. just like to be blonde!!!
Hair dye we need ;)
Yaaaasss!
@@queenofdahouse1591 Since I'm not worried about attracting anyone anymore, age is freedom from the dating scene.
One thing I would suggest, especially for those of us who prepare most of our own meals: I like to play classical music softly while cooking and eating. It sets the mood and makes the meal feel fancy even if it’s just omelettes and smoothies 🤗
Oh yes, makes it all better! We're Andrea Bocelli fans over here :)
That's nice ,adding a candle to thst might even up the atmosphere.
Instantly fell in love with this idea 😍
It's a proven fact that if you listen to music before you go to sleep at night and you have a challenge to overcome it will help your brain come up with an idea while you're sleeping
I *love* that idea! 🥰
Great video! I quit going to the hairdresser five years ago. I cut my hair myself. I save money and never get disappointed 😀 I quit wearing heels. I feel so comfortable 👍 I quit worrying for the future. I really enjoy the presence of ”now”. I quit buying clothes made of polyester. I love my cotton, linnen and silk. My body can breath and they last so much longer. ❤️
Natural fibres much healthier too.
It’s just so refreshing to see someone speak up against consumerism, especially in this space. Loved your tips, Margaret! x
I personally make a list of things I need and/or want before I get the money to purchase it. I've been doing that for years and it trained me to just buy what's on my list and when it's not on the list I don't even think about it. It definitely makes life simpler 😊
I fell naturally into this to from online shopping it sit in my cart then I'd just delete it cuz I decided we'll I don't actually need it like i thought
Or I found it used ect ect..
I would love to hear your purpose, as I really admire you 🤍 you are such a gentle, kind, loving woman of God! I so value you’re channel and the example you are! Seriously, thank you for being you! 💓
I agree I’d love to hear them also! They help to inspire what mine/ours will also be ❤
These words are so incredibly kind and uplifting. Thanks for saying that. So happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture.
My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc.
I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc).
So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
Thanks so much for sharing this!
@@margaretmatheny 💕📖✝️
I can really relate to the idea of expecting too much from oneself and others... and then getting overwhelmed and getting done nothing at all . Trying to quit the "all or nothing" mentality and keep expectations realistic. Thanks for the video, first one to inspire me in a while x
Margaret… you make my heart feel so calm and comfortable. It seems everything I currently struggle with or feel insecure about, you have wise words for it. Thank you.
💯❣️🙋
I twisted my hair and now have dreadlocs! 💆🏾♀️👸🏾❤ Life is so much easier not paying for expensive braids or other weave hairstyles, etc. This was truly a game changer and my hair has grown so much (waist length). Oh, my pockets are even fuller 😅
Your authenticity & honesty & humility are so refreshing!!!
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 196 subs and almost 82 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
I took notes! They all make complete sense but until you REALLY look at the points, you cant see the impact it has everyday. Thank you. Great video. You look like you’re blooming now. ❤
I am 58 years old, and I just learned many of these things embracing minimalism 6 years ago. I was raised in a different time, and time changes things. Technology has replaced many items we had to buy for use, but so many people walk around as mental hoarders because of information overload. Something I too have to keep ‘in check’. You have done well.
Had I embraced simplification of my life many years ago, I can hardly imagine what my life might look like today.
Be Simple, Live Simple ❤
This the one of the best videos I've listened to in a long time. Very empowering and encouraging! I want to take many of the tips to heart and start putting them into practice. Thank you so much dear Margaret! May you be richly blessed in return for blessing others!
I love how you simplify everything so well!
Love eating repetitiously, so freeing! It was a total weight lifted. I hated cooking because of the pressure but now it is easy.
This was such a great video and great wisdom! The whole phone in the morning thing- I agree 100 on that! My days are SO much better without starting with opening my phone. Also just staying off the phone for most of the day!
Ahhh...a clean car is my favorite!! It is like a mama treat!😂 I would love your prayers as I feel like I am struggling a bit...mostly self-talk. I homeschool (which puts on a HUGE layer of expectations, burdens, etc), but I have one right now who has been strugglimg for years with dyslexia. He had gotten so much better with his reading, but is still behind and it weighs on me.😫 Thank you for praying!!!💛💛💛
I love listening to you and watching your videos. You bless me, and encourage me so much. Thank you! I pray the Lord allows you to keep serving Him and ministering to us this way for a long time! 🙏🏼🧡
For me, part of intentional living isn’t just letting things go but adding things like gardening that might not be simple but bring me joy. I’m just careful to not add too much - when there’s too much “noise” and superficial stuff, It dilutes the things that bring the most love, joy and value. Great video and would absolutely LOVE an example of a simplified/minimal iPhone! Thank you for valuable, authentic content!❤️
Gardening is the best therapy, isn't it?
@@Iwasahippychick it sure is! I love digging in the dirt and later watching things grow, bloom or produce.
Sharing everyone of Jesus Christ, He is coming back. We are spiritually saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ our Lord God and Savior.
So we must obey Acts 2:38. Without it, we will not make it into heaven 🙏
I love love love Perfect Supplements. I've used their collagen powder for over 3 years, and I noticed within just weeks that my skin looked better and hair grew faster and looked healthier. Great points on all you mentioned!
I need to quit expecting consistency. The only thing I'm consistent at is being inconsistent.
A few I have quit
💓 social media
💓 using artificial light (90% of the time I use natural sunlight or just get around in a just darker space if it’s cloudy out)
💓 sunscreen (I use it for prolonged sun outings but I try to get 30 mins of direct sun a day and wear protective clothing otherwise)
💓 information overload
💓 a stacked daily to do list
💓 plain water - I almost always add in either fresh lemon juice and sea salt, or just a little sea salt, or like a splash of 100% cranberry juice with sea salt, I want to give my body minerals!
So good, love these! Way to go!
I needed this, so I thank you. I subscribed, so I'm looking forward to watching. 💜
I'm thankful that you are learning this early in life.
I'm 51, and I'm new to learning, but I hope it sticks.
We didn't have this way of thinking (or I didn't) or taught back in the day ( the eighties ) Lol
I Appreciate, and I'm thankful I found your channel.🤓
Yes, keeping the purse contents simple is great! People in the macrobiotic world say if you want to check a woman’s digestion and intestinal health just look in her purse!
haha! I've never heard that! That's great.
A dear friend who is a fantastic chef learned this from her teacher, Michio Kushi!
Not sure if this was intentional or not, but you typed out overconfuming (instead of overconsuming) and I think that is absolutely genius. Because overconsuming makes me fume. ANYWAY...great video as always. Tons of love and appreciation your way. ❤
😂I walked out of target the other day feeling overwhelmed…. Confuming! I thought I’d get some nice things for bed/bath but after trying to totally redesign my house in my head I just got the basic cleaning supplies that I needed and left. I didn’t need the Floof!
@@donnakinsey2053 I love the term! It perfectly describes it...especially a Target run!😊
Girl I love this video so much! Your so real and raw, it’s amazing, and I appreciate it. New Subscriber!
Great list! Love simplifying my life. There is always more to let go of. 💜
Wow some of the points kind of opened my eyes. I always knew something is not right and I got the confirmation here!!
I hope your financial situation gets better soon. It is very difficult to be young and starting out in this economy. Thrift stores are a good place to get the things you need or may want. God bless you, your family and home.
Now I gotta ask… what was your purpose? And also, how did you go about finding it? I’m Catholic so for me I understand that I have an inherent purpose, but a lot of the time I struggle to find a more personal purpose to give me that drive to spend my time and energy wisely and to be moving towards my goal. What’s your secret??
Hey July, I'm so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture. And all of ours can differ! This was my journey to finding out mine.
My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc.
I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc).
So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
Thanks for asking!
Very indightful! Embracing it is more freeing and peaceful! ❤
I would love to see a video on you making a minimal iPhone! I have been researching how to do this more.
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Girl there is a huge difference between acknowledging we need to quit some bad habits and actually doing it. I do think I overconsume information, I gossip to fill in gaps etc but something deep down in me is not able to let these things go. You did a lot
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I feel you! It took me a while to actually break the habits, but when it happened it just felt so natural. No part of my mind and body enjoyed speaking with negativity. I can catch myself very quickly just by sensing how I'm feeling...like my mood shifts instantly! And I'm like NOPE, not going there.
Looking forward to your simplifying toy video I’ll be looking out for that one definitely. It’s an area in my home I really struggle with and I only have one child… he’s bored all the time and I believe overwhelmed even though we practice toy rotation 😫
I just love your videos! First off… how did you get so wise at 29??!! I’m 42 and you are speaking to my soul at times and the bit about the jumbo pack of pens cracked me up 😂 I am curious about what you view as your purpose❤
HAha, yes well my husband came home with a jumbo pack of pens a few weeks ago and I was like "what is this?!?!?!". We laughed pretty hard too.
I'd be so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture.
My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc.
I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc).
So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
Thanks for asking, Krista!
Heyyy I would love to hear what you define as your purpose!! And especially how you’ve found out about it as well as in what ways it influences your day to day life and decision making. Would probably be so interesting for many of us :)
Thank you so much for your videos! You are making me a better person, may God bless you and your lovely family
This video was quite resonating.
Lately I had this realization that I have more stuff than I require and use, especially clothes and footwear (thank god I’m not into makeup and accessories). In order to refrain myself from not buying more than required, this thought came into my mind that I will not buy anything if I’m not gonna use it multiple times, and I have limited time and money and will not spend on materials which are going to make me miserable when I’ll see them in my wardrobe. Surprisingly, I have also stopped wasting food when I realized that I can take second helping if required.
Planning groceries is so important and my mum needs to understand this because usually either she buys something that’s not needed or forgets to buy what’s needed. I have told her multiple times but no use.
Also, keeping things back in the place helps a lot. You don’t need to take out special time to keep the space clean if everything’s at their own assigned place, saves a lot of time.
Overconsumption of information is really stressing sometimes, and I’m cutting down my RUclips because of this (and I don’t use any other platforms of social media, good for me!).
Thank you for making this video❤
I really would love to hear your purpose....i love your Godly example, and your lovely content! I always love when u post new videos, and treat myself to watching it almost as soon as i see it😊
~~Susan K.
Hey Susan, I'm so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture.
My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc.
I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc).
So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
Thanks for asking
Subscribed 🎉 I love finding a new channel, I'm so excited for your content!
This was really refreshing & super interesting. Thank you for the video ❤
Not all ingredients in araza beauty products are “natural” just to let you know! Love your videos! ❤ 100% Pure is a great brand! ❤ I’m 31 and love getting older and growing and learning more!
really love your energy throughout this
Agree with buying produce that are in season. Learned that one from my son who would never eat strawberries during winter. Said it tastes like nothing. He was right!
Yes I have been WAITING for your kids toys video!! I would love to know what a minimal toy collection looks like, and what activities to replace toy time with :D
Interesting - the PJ and bedroom theme.
Emotional baggage leads to material baggage. And vice-versa.
I think it’s hard for a lot of people to know their purpose if they don’t know God. Before I got saved my life was a train wreck and I had NO idea what my purpose was, no direction, no drive..I was a mess. God got me out of that and slowly showed me what my purpose was and my life completely changed for the better.
Yes to this Kate! your story sounds so similar to mine
I have learned so much from you that has changed my life for the better. Thank you so much for being incredibly intentional ❤
I'm astounded by this. I found content with a similar theme, and it was absolutely incredible. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove
Thank you so much..I'm happy for you...I'm sharing this with fb friends...
Thanks for sharing 🤍🤍🤍
I'd love it if you included referring to your purpose and faith like you did in your first videos more I think. ❤😊 really helpful videos xx
Love this❤ needed this ❤
Love this video now I’m in my 30s a twin mom and I’m going through all of this
This was such a great content . Thank you
Here's a tip from mom of 5. They're grown now. But I took all toys in the playroom and divided them in half and stored 1/2 away. When they started getting bored with what was out (usually 2-3 months), I'd swap the 1/2 out with the stored toys.
It was like a mini Christmas when they'd unpack the toys. Kept them entertained and less mess that they (yes'they') had to pick when they were done playing.
Now that I'm an empty nester I still make my life better by taking care of things right away.. I tell myself that my future self will appreciate it.😂
Like some of your tips. Less to clean is more life to live.
Good ideas! I believe everyone should Live below their means" adjust your lifest, be frugal, budget, save and invest. This helped me out as a 6 figure earner. I've grown over half a million in retirement savings with this method
Congratulations ma'am so happy for you, I'm trying to get started I know it takes consistency to be successful. It's really so hilarious. Sadly there's actually people still living paycheck to paycheck
Great accomplishment keep it going , you said it all right there!!
Antoinette NY, 39 . I Just started at my six figure job after being in and out of the poverty line. I really hope I don't end up like this. I'm scared really scared!!!
I love these so much!
I have done quite of few of these too and I agree, it is wonderful but I think I’ll write down the rest you said to remind myself to do those too! I think the one I try at but is hardest for me is not expecting perfection from children! It’s so ridiculous to do but so hard not to!
I'm 32 and find it hard to be happy sometimes because I think I miss something. So I would love to hear your perpuse of live😇
I stumbled upon this video and watched it out of curiosity. Let me just say how pleasantly surprised I am with your amazing tips! I needed to hear this today! Your insight is inspirational! Thank you 🙏
Thank you for showing us some of your meals 🍽️. ❤
😂😂😂 the jumbo pens....I struggled with many on your list and I was so deeply engaged in this video and the jumbo pens just broke me in laughter and I didnt even realized I had been holding my breath listening to your list....Thanks for bringing fun and relaxation to this community 💜
Stopping shopping because of watching influencers is a great thing to quit. I’ve stopped this myself.
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Loved this video ❤can you please film a what’s on your minimal iPhone video?!
Your Channel makes me feel like I can breathe again. I am working on slowing down and simplifying my life and your channel is such a fresh breath of air
Loved the tips & tricks👌
You're so Gorgeous ❣️
A new Subscriber here 👍
Good for you! I’m 51 & do a lot of these things, my daughter is 27, she needs to hear this.
One night when there’s a family emergency you’ll regret putting your phone in the bathroom every night. No hate. Just saying.
her family is in her house. all others can wait till morning, no moral legal responsibility towards them until her young family grows up and is roaming outside home at all hours of the night.
The jumbo pack of pens really got me...
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So, I know I'm late to this video, but the "Jumbo Pack of Pens" one... This could be applied to EVERYTHING. Having MORE is not always BETTER. Obviously, you know this as a minimalist, but this applies even in life. Having MORE friends doesn't make them BETTER friends. I just. I dunno. That spoke to me from this video. I know you meant it about literal pens, but it could apply to ANYTHING and still be relevant. Thank you!
You’re 3 years younger than me and you inspire me soooooo much 🥰 I love your videos, you’re so REAL and I struggle to understand how anyone could not adore you ❤
Can you share the laundry tips? I struggle with waiting until last minute Sunday nights to get all the clothes washed 😂
Great video!!! Thank you so much for sharing! You inspired me 🩷 God bless you, Sis! 🌸
Thank you Margaret for this video ❤ much appreciated!
PS number 20, 25 and 40 bcs of declutter, but I think also bcs of growing in faith with God 🙏🏻💗not only with people (I’m still struggling with this, so Thank you for shearing and reminding what’s or should say who is most important). 💕🙏🏻
Hey Margaret! Amen to all what you have said! It is refreshing and lovely to hear! I would love to hear what your purpose is! I think you are a lovely woman of God and hope you had a wonderful Mothers Day!
Hey Alicia, yes, I'd be so happy to share my purpose, but please know...it's not meant to be a "holier than thou" response. I'm broken, I fail every single day but my purpose is what helps me reprioritize, get back up and refocus on the big picture.
My purpose: to serve the Lord and glorify Him with my life - the way I treat others, love my husband, care for myself, work, fail, forgive, care for my home, etc.
I came to this after simplifying and writing in my gratitude journal for several months(that may not be your route, but it definitely was mine). I started to realize that all I have and all that I am has nothing to do with me. It's all been given to me by the Lord. And every time I went through seasons of anger, feeling lost, and discontent, it was because I was focusing on being my own hero....life was all about me and how I could save myself (buying happiness, depending on others' perception of me, overworking to prove myself, etc).
So it became pretty clear where I needed to shift. Again, I fail daily but every time I repeat "Serve the Lord and worship Him with _____(responding to my children, cleaning a messy home, being patient, completing mundane tasks, etc), it feels as if things immediately fall back into place.
Thanks for asking! And thanks for the mothers day wishes!
8:00 Just used your code for Araza! LOVE how they have samples so I can find the color right for my skin tone!!
I really appreciate this video! Such easy ways to implement to simplify life!❤
Loved this!❤
Great video. On an unrelated note, you have really beautiful skin :)
I quit coloring my hair. FREEDOM!
Would love to know where you purchased your couch from- we’ve been looking for months and it’s a nightmare to find something high quality, with performance materials for pets/family!
We got ours from Albany Park! www.talkable.com/x/bckrEm It's amazing and has help up fantastically over the past 2 years.
Totally feel like we could be best friends! Lol. Agree with every. Single. Thing! Can hear the PEACE in your voice, too. So cool. Like a sigh of RELIEF with every point you made.
Hallelujah! 🙌😄
Sweetest words!! Thanks so much for sharing this
I’d love to know your laundry tips!
Awesome! Thank you! You are only 29 and figured out a lot already 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Margaret! I light up when I see a notification from you on my phone. You have spoken life into mine in a way that few can. You have helped me see that there is another way. Thank you for being here
Love this more than you’ll ever know! Thank you!! Needed this deeply!
I couldn’t find the question in the comment section, so I would like to ask what is Your purpose in life Margaret❤️🌸 maybe make a video for us to find more inspiration for our purposes in life? That would be very nice🌼
It always amazing to me that people feel it is okay to criticize other people. They don't even know you! Guess they never heard the saying "if you don't have anything good ro say, just say nothing!
Your videos are great
First time watching one of your videos. I like your list, but you should watch the spelling errors in your titles. ;)
TRUTH
You are absolutely dear in this video! God bless you and your family.
Girl you had so many of the things that I have been quitting in the last few years. What a wealth of information. The only thing that did not resonate with me is using supplements. I feel that if you eat fresh and don’t eat all the food that is loaded with crap there is not a need for them. But like my mom always said I will tell you what I think and you are going to do what you think anyway. Great ideas all the way and I hope you get many views on this, it is sooooo helpful.
I think it’s always good to get lab work done, we may be missing something and not know it. Sometimes I don’t always eat enough and vitamins are super important when pregnant.
Right again, during pregnancy a must. Praying the best for you and your baby.
I'll be waiting for the iPhone video!
This was so interesting, thank you! I would say I use my phone so much for organising myself. Before I had notebooks, list's, bits of paper everywhere. Now I use an app called colornote. And everything is on there. Recipes, shopping lists, holiday packing lists, daily to do lists. And I'm so much more organised and forget things less. 😚
Hello, I would love to know how you discovered what your purpose was. I am trying to live a more meaningful life, and I would like to find out what I am here for. Thank you so much for your time, and I hope you have a blessed day.💞🙏
Where did you find nontoxic furniture?
Thank you for another great video! So precious advice! Are you going to make a "what's in my minimal diaper bag" video ?
You have inspired my journal prompt for today…what can I STOP doing to thrive in my life…
I loved this video so much. Thank you for making it ❤