What I stopped doing or buying: 1. hairspray 2. make-up 3. perfume 4. air travel 5. new clothes (I sew, knit and upcycle or buy second hand) 6. jewellery 7. magazines 8. new books (I buy them second hand or borrow them from the library) 9. gift wrapping paper and single use ribbons (I've sewn gift bags and use fabric ribbons and reuse both) 10. fabric softener, dryer sheets, laundry perfume etc. (laundry detergent is enough!)
I use the wool dryer balls and LOVE them. We’ve had the same ones for several years now and they work just as good. I think they help our clothes dry faster 👍 just a tip I wanted to share
I've accepted my age instead of trying to ignore it. I'm in my 70s and retired and up until a few years ago I was doing all my yardwork and gardening "to save money". I was having some health problems at the time and became very heat intolerent. I gave myself permission to hire help with some of the heavier tasks and only do what I can now without wearing myself out. Things are so much more enjoyable now. 😊
I can relate. I am 68 and have problematic arthritis in my neck, because of an old injury. It is worse in the winter. I have become vegan and have given up gluten, which really helps. People really think that is crazy, but it really really helps. However, I still was expecting too much of myself. Now I realize that I am going to have to do less deep cleaning in the winter time, and have come up with a schedule to keep my home very neat and clean with a bit of daily work. My husband always helps. I can no longer babysit grandchildren on a regular basis. It is just too hard for me. I switch to hand sewing in a recliner, with my head supported, rather than sitting at a sewing machine. I have stopped doing some things, such as feeding the birds outside, and adopting more pets. I have enough pets already. I shop less and buy less. I sit down and relax when I have to. I only have 1 house plant, and I only plant one pot outside in the front, and one in the back, in the spring. Getting rid of lots of things has definitely made my life easier. It is much easier to care for my home, which is my goal. It is okay to sit down, read, watch a movie, snuggle with the dog , hand sew, or play my guitar. Years of caring for children, going to school, going to work, studying, and keeping house, make it hard to accept that I can do what I want now, and it is okay!! It is also okay to just donate things!!! It is also okay to keep what I want, such as several sewing machines, and several guitars, as long as I have space for them and can keep them neat. In short, I am trying to accept who I am, and enjoy life. I am also trying to listen to my kids and grandkids, I mean really listen, and show and express my love for them openly. I am trying to change some of the negative narrative in my head, which comes from a bad childhood, and realize that, "the prison door is open and I can walk out." So you see, I am busy and have a lot of work to do!!! These videos really help and inspire me!! Also my hair is white as snow and I have earned it.
I stopped buying ultra processed foods for the most part. By eating healthier options, my glucose levels are much better and I have lost some weight. Minimalism in food choices has helped me.
@@kaceykelly7222 thanks for the recommendation. I have gravitated a lot to Indian food. India celebrates vegetables and legumes in its cuisine. I’ll keep beyond beef in mind though..
Is it though? I mean, I totally get it: The news can stress one out easily these days. And it's of course a valuable goal to be more relaxed and balanced... however I think it's problematic for a society if more and more people just switch themselves off from the world. I have no solution for that - it just worries me if this seems to be the only attainable way to take for so many of us.@@AtoZenLife And furthermore: Not listening to the news is quite a privilege as well, because it means that you are safe and not in the midst of the many crises there are.
I am the polar opposite of a minimalist when it comes to stuff, and have been working on decluttering, which is how I found your channel. I stopped going to auctions and gathering more stuff, and instead have begun to either use it or sell it.
I guess I don't understand how piles of cheap garbage would lead to spikes of pleasure. And knowing what we are doing to the environment by living this way should make us feel guilty, not content! I'm a minimalist, but my house is done in greens, blues, pinks and white. It's a very happy house, with space to move in and think in. Love your channel. And the rude comments are just beyond bizarre, not to mention shallow. Good for you for ignoring them. What's funny is they assume their opinions should somehow matter to you.
I love your description of your house being able “to move in and think in”!! That hit me!! Those are some serious goals for my own home! ✨Thank you for sharing!
Sometimes that dopamine hit makes all the difference. I’m working on finding a healthier way but for a while, stupid cheap crap gave me enough happy chemicals in my brain for me to make it to the point where I was able to get mental health help. lol
Oh you are lovely and don’t need to go back to dying your hair! I embraced my silver strands and love it. Instead of feeling “old” I think I look/feel better like a gracefully aged fine wine. I hope you will too!
I stopped dying my hair during the first lockdown. As soon as the roots were to my chin I bobbed it. I have grey throughout. I will never dye it again. I love the natural look and have saved over £2000 in three years and so many hours!😊
Giving up the hair dye and embracing my 'wisdom highlights' was one of not just the most cost-effective things I've done but has also helped improve my personal style! Spending less time caring what others think about how I look (tip: they weren't thinking about me at all!) and working with my natural colouring has made dressing easier and more fun.
0:55 drinking daily coffee 2:35 productive procrastination 5:27 buying dopamine decor 7:25 getting my hair, nails & eyebrows done 8:30 caring what other people think 9:40 eating out all the time 10:55 spending money without intention 13:37 buying things with credit 14:50 collection and hoarding 16:18 making excuses
The “not caring what others think” is a huge accomplishment, in my opinion. I’ve always been driven and depressed by worrying about what others think of me; letting go of that is so freeing. You are an amazing person! I love your channel. I’m so glad you don’t let those negative comments get to you - certain people will complain about anything, no matter what. ❤❤
Not caring what others think is something I have no issue with, and I instilled it in my children from a young age. People who attack and criticise you are insecure and projecting their insecurities on you, silence is a powerful response, ignore snide, insulting and provoking comments and carry on as if they didn't say anything. It doesn't take long to get through.
Ahh I was pretty minimalist a few years ago and then during Covid something happened where I started buying things to “fix” my mental health. I started decluttering today and have lots of regrets, but the past is the past, and I can’t wait to Live a more intentional life again. Love your videos!
I’ve never drank a cup of coffee in my entire life, as strange as that is. I tried a gulp of coffee once in my early 20’s & spit it out. Now funnily enough, my daughter & her husband own a cute coffee shop! I do love tea & hot chocolate.
No fair!! Right as you mention Dopamine Decor the Hobby Lobby ad interrupted your video. I love Hobby Lobby but you are right about the temptations to overspend and load our homes with clutter.
YMMV but there are lots of studies showing health benefits of moderate coffee consumption, and morning coffee time with my husband every day is one of the chief joys of my life. We start each day in our cozy kitchen sitting area, chatting and sharing our thoughts. It’s such a wonderful way to start the day.
I love my quality coffee but make it at home. And I drink a couple of cups in the a.m. and switch to other beverages for the rest of the time. I had guests recently for the weekend and they kept requesting I make another pot of coffee. After they left I found half-finished cups of coffee all over the place! It was a minor annoyance and they only visit once a year. But it seemed odd to me. If I pour a cup of good coffee, I finish it and put the empty in the sink with soapy water.
I grew up in a British descent household - tea, tea, and more tea... and hot chocolate. My mother is a bit on the hippie side, so it was herbal tea. I pretty caffeine sensitive, so I'll have a Starbucks drink 2-3 times a week on average with half or none of the espresso in it. I know I could save money by not doing that, it's just a little treat thing that my husband and I do for each other. When things were tight, a Starbucks run once or twice a month was just our little treat for ourselves and a little bit of luxury. We're branching out to some little local coffee shops as well, usually a once week visit on the weekend or something.
I stopped drinking coffee too and it has been one of the best decision I've made. I stopped watching the news and advertisement on tv and technically stopped watching TV also. And right now I'm starting to stop offering my help without anyone asking for it in hopes to let go of my controller self and actually being more in control of my own life, still in progress but pretty good so far 😊
I'm 28 years old, and I have been going gray since I was 21. In the beginning I had my hair dyed, afraid of what people might think. But I stopped doing that a couple of years now, and it saved me lots of money and it is better for the environment (as well for your hair!). I don't care what people think anymore. It's my hair, my life. If they have a problem with it, that's on them! 😄
Hey, did you have brown hair before? I'm 26 and am getting greys (tho my mom startet at mid 40). It's very hard bc I have dark brown hair and the greys shine and are very obvious. So I wondered how you managed that 🙊
@@Catplanty I do indeed have brown hair, not all of it is gray yet. It's a very slow process haha. Mainly my bangs have gray hair now. You can see it but most of my hair is still brown 😊 I plan on letting it grow gray naturally.
My eyebrows are practically non-existent now, so something I would absolutely pay money for without waiting or thinking about it is eyebrows like yours! 🙂I always enjoy your videos.
Thank you, I had a good cry watching your video. I'm going through health issues and I just started to clean my life. I'm not sure to go minimalist but the tips you give help me to clear things up. I have cleared my credit card (over 6000£), I'm so happy! The number 9 and 10 was the most difficult one but are my reality. I started on my own making changes and i started to see a psy. Thanks again xx
I dont hold on to anything that reminds me of bad times. Photos, clothes from a previous career and even a computer monitor I held on to for 2 years after I quit my corporate career due to burnout! The release I feel when no longer having those past reminders is like a new lease on life. Also removing anything that sparks the silent to do list (books I won't read dishes that need to be cleaned etc). It's all way too noisy 😂
To be very honest, I think you are very beautiful and you got so great eyebrow, much better than many other influencers who try too hard to be pretty. Also, your t-shirt (Pink Floyd) is great and so cool! 🥰
I think people that leave negative comments are just projecting their insecurities onto you. Some people just don't get minimalism. Plus I think you're perfect, sending positive vibes from Arizona!
I skipped TV several years ago.. still have the computer screen though, .. which is two way! My bread, I have ..always baked myself, a few years ago.. when I was going full speed in the "wrong direction", life helped me to,.. catch up (acquired some multiple sclerosis) I've always liked making things myself, baking bread, making sauerkraut, wine, jam, painting pictures, sniffing roses and picking grapes at the same time. instead of cared for stuff (liabilities) be in the present
I like how you combed your hair with the fork. Where did I see that before? Oh yeah! "The Little Mermaid 🧜♀️ "! How could I forget? I only saw that video several thousand times when my daughter was little.
You always have great tips! Since I'm a " slow to start" child😂 I take my time to think about it. Since I've seen your videos, I've decided to work my way into this whole thing 🤪very slowly, but only after I get the big picture of what I want my life to look like. I'll keep watching. Thank you so much.
I intermittent fast and do keto and walk a lot and also I’m going to start stretching exercises. Now because of you I’m going to become a minimalist I hope. 😊 Great great content.
Research shows that the dopamine hit is gone really quickly after purchase of most impulse purchases. So the recommendation is to pick up the item, really enjoy it for a moment, get the hit, then have a chat with yourself about how that's the most enjoyment you're going to get from it, how it's just going to clutter your house, and how you'd rather save the money and not dust around the decor item (or you dont really need another shirt etc etc). Then put it back, and know you got all the joy from interacting with it in the store without having to take it home.
Another great video! I stopped drinking coffee when I started going through perimenopause, I noticed a huge difference after a few weeks, my anxiety went way down. We've been using Mint Mobile for a year, no issues. $15/month.
I can genuinely say I love coffee for the taste, not the buzz. I have anxiety and couldn't handle the caffeine anymore, so I buy a good decaf and enjoy one or twice a week
First and foremost, THANK YOU for making this video. I almost never comment on any videos but am so grateful to have caught this. Was watching this as I was drinking my morning coffee and am now re-thinking that 😅 among soooo many other good tips you presented here. Thank you for your authenticity..wishing you continued success and blessings ❤
I'm the same age as you and after dyeing my hair in all sorts of colour, I decided to grow out my natural hair. Curls and greys, it's all there. It's been a journey, but I'm so happy I did it. Not only does it save you money and protect you from harmful chemicals, it's also so enormously liberating. It allows you to take control and show other women and girls that ageing is ok and a thing to be proud of. There are a lot of IG and FB sites for support, highly recommend them. The more inspiration you seek, the more normal it will become - just as when we seek minimalist inspiration to lead a minimalist lifestyle ourselves. Thanks a lot for creating this content, lots of love from Norway.
I love your list but I honestly would never stop drinking coffee. As a person with ADHD, it chemically allows me to focus better, but I can appreciate how helpful this would be for a lot of people. :)
I’ve started reverse spending = every time I avoid an impulse purchase, return something or save with a coupon, I apply that cost savings to to a debt payment or savings account. $5 here and there can really add up!
You look gorgeous, you have such a beautiful soul. I too stopped dying my hair, I started letting it grow out over lockdown. I feel I have much healthier hair now. Also having the odd white hair but who cares! I prefer people to like/love me for who I am not because of my hair.❤
I got rid 80% of my stuff. I realised how much things I bought that I barely use, I’m more mindful in how I spend my money now 😢 Watching your videos inspires me to live a minimalistic lifestyle ❤️
My parents have never told me how to save money or invest. But they taught me how not to spend money on something that I can not afford. That helped me not to owe any money to anyone whole my life. But I wish I knew how to save money efficiently.. I am in my mid 50th, saved up around 450k but I could have done much better if I knew all the tricks.. My way of saving money has been most inefficient way and painfully slow.. Work hardest and just keep money in the bank account style...😂
I only save money for emergencies, like having an emergency fund. I'm aware that it loses value over time and doesn't make me anything, but it's there as a financial insurance, to cover my ass if ever I get into some trouble from life.
@Watkinsgorge will definitely speaking with her soon, 41 now, Almost starting from scratch. Have close to nothing in Pension, minor savings, huge student loan, house debt 220 k USD, but valued 300 k USD. Hopefully going forward I'll be able to make some good dividend picks.
I started saving and investing in 1989 at the age of 20... my father forced me to start. I love that man today!!! I am 54 today and have 2.2 million in my retirement account, 135k liquid and I trade securities with 50-55k
@@addahHusayn You were blessed with a good father. Mine didn't care about me because he is a misogynist.. I was a good and loyal daughter and never brought shame to him.. he never loved me and was cheap with us as kids. I cut him off when I woke up and so much happier. I started investing March of 2020. I made up for lost time. I had a bunch of money on the side line waiting. Now I’m addicted to investing. Most of my salary goes into the markets. I’m 41.
@Watkinsgorge Thanks very sharing, had a great time speaking with her, interested in her strategy and can't wait to start working with her.. happy that i won't be sending my funds over
My old dermatologist told me it’s not what you do that keeps you young. It’s what you don’t. He said, “Don’t drink alcohol, don’t smoke, don’t tan, and don’t drink brown liquids like coffee, tea, cola.” Apparently brown liquids all contain tannic acid that ages your cells. Want to have young cells, just don’t. Perfect for a minimalist.
Love your ideas here. I stopped waiting to pay bills! As soon as it’s received, I pay it. Same with credit card usage (which for me is sporadic at most); I always pay off the balance either the same day or the day after I make a purchase! It’s just so helpful to have those things out of the way and off my mind immediately.
I'm a minimalist who uses bright colors! I get irritated that people think the only option is gray (🤢) or neutral for calm and clean. You can have color and still have clear surfaces. You just have to know yourself and what you like😊
Yes! The Cozy Minimalist Home by Myquillyn Smith really helped me to decorate my space with color and with minimal items instead of feeling torn between my various preferences and values.
I have neutrals in the bedroom--It's so soothing to me. A waaarm white and a soft grey. But in the living room, my couch is red, and my art is lots of rich blues and reds. I find that warm and inviting. But I totally respect people's desire for whatever colour palette pleases them.
I don't do most of these things either, except the coffee! Although I did switch to decaf, and I only drink homemade. It took me a long time to figure out how to live below what I make and save money. I was quite foolish in my 20's and 30's. Btw you actually have great eyebrows!
Good comedy 😊 I've walked around the store with items and put them back. Since watching your videos I don't shop much but research more and wait before buying. We will consider Mint. Good point about buying what you can afford
I am naturally a more minimalistic person, but I have struggled with the notion that I am a boring, uninteresting person if I don't own the stuff (books, movies, decor, etc) to showcase personality. So I have invested too much time and money in thrifting things, that I genuinely do like but do not need or use (usually), just to feel good about myself and impress the guests (that almost never come to house) 😅 so a couple of your points really hit home for me today.
Melissa, you have such a genuine and inspiring way of conveying your message. At #2, I pointed at myself. Numbers 9 and 10 both apply to me. Your content has helped me deal with some of the same issues and press on. Thank you!
❤The biggest thing I stopped doing was buying things on clearance because they would make a great gift!! Not for anyone specific. Just for when I needed a gift. I determined I rarely need random items for gifts!!
Deje de teñir mi pelo en 2018 y fue lo mejor que pude hacer. Me crece muy rápido y me estresaba mucho con las raices. Ahora lo tengo largo y sano y me enamore de mi color natural. Tengo algunas canas y me encanta. Recién estoy empezando con esto del minimalismo, es un gran desafio porque me gusta coser y hacer crochet y tengo muchos recortes de tela e hilados. Me gusta mucho tu canal ❤
I stopped eating breakfast but still drink my morning black coffee. It’s brought so many benefits… less brain fog, more time, less hungry in the morning, some weight loss and it has also saved money,
I still can’t believe I am doing this but I’m so over holiday decor. I think because it’s pushed to always get new it lost that tradition and I’m over it
although you don't care what people think of you anymore I have to say that your eyebrows are wonderful and your haircut is my target style... I am waiting for my hair to grow a little more and will show your video to my hairstylist to copy it because I think it is so cute 💜 love from Brazil 🇧🇷
Your videos are always the best and so relatable to me! I always feel less alone! I would like to thank you as I too am a productive procrastinator. I had no idea there was a name for it. I amaze myself that I can spend 40 minutes finding others things I'd rather do than taking the 5-10 minutes doing something I don't want to! And although I may be older than you (coming up on 54 in December), I stopped coloring my hair in October 2017. I just got so sick and tired of chasing the grays every 3 weeks and I now I have a much healthier scalp, healthier hair and more money in the bank! Also, I do try to spend more intentionally and lastly, I stopped caring what other people think as well. No matter what you do, someone will always find something "wrong" with you to criticize you for so just continue to stay true to your beautiful self💕💕
The feelings at 15:45 came through the screen powerfully. Even if a viewer doesn’t relate directly, they’ll still feel it because you communicate so clearly. ❤
I love your style & I’m jealous of your brows! People are so mean! It’s only a reflection of who they are. 😔 great video. So amazing all that you have overcome in your life. What an amazing thing, Just wow.
I also decided to cut off on filter coffee last week, because ive come to realize how it tires my body for no reason. And i was defitely drinking excessively, about 600-700ml a day... I feel much comfortable now.
Growing out my hair has been so liberating! Saving a ton of $$$ and time in the salon chair. People stop me on the street now to ask me where I got the silver steaks done. Mother Nature Salon! No leftovers in this house. Perhaps not practical for everyone but leftover food gives you the calories needed but is very hard to digest and produces fatigue. Freshly prepared food every day; a blessing. Words of wisdom from Dad: “If you can’t pay cash you can’t afford it.”
I'm not kidding when I say that little chip scene cut is the classiest editing I've seen on RUclips. Coffee is really the only thing on here that applies to me, but I'd like to add to that even more: Basically any beverage that costs more than water from the tap. In either money or time, could be a consideration for discontinuing. I used to have a pretty nasty soda habit (and still struggle sometimes with bouts of buying it), but ended up opting for those little drink packets, instead. It's saving me money, yes, but there is still a time cost in mixing things up (seems silly to point out, but it adds up), and it's really not great for you so there is a hidden health cost in there, somewhere. So I'm starting to ask myself "would I rather spend this money/time on something else?" I'm buying the drink packets with intention, but now I'm working on the thought shift to buying with BETTER intention. It's a process. Eventually I'll tackle the issue where I drink an entire pot of coffee per day. But this year I quit smoking and energy drinks so I think I'm doing pretty darn good!
Great tips! Tea drinker here, but don't overdo it (or I won't sleep!) The only thing I do is get my hair done. (I don't trust myself to do it myself...) Thank you so much! :D
We went from 4 TVs to one TV and now we don’t even watch that one except a few times a year. We don’t watch the news unless there is major world event just to be informed. We don’t obsess though. No more dopamine decor. Narrowed down multiple hobbies to one or two that I can really focus on. Eating at home so going out is treat. Not ready to stop dying my hair though. You are a doll. Love your content 💕
During the Covid lockdown and so many places were closed, I allowed my hair to grow to its natural color (grey), I stopped a lot of the volunteering that seemed to run my life, and I actually learned that it was okay to slow down and choose one or two things that brought joy to my life instead of 10 or 20. I continued to downsize and challenged myself to part with things that no longer served me in my season of life. When the donation centers reopened, I made many trips. I am frugal out of necessity and intentional about the things that I bring into my home. And the biggest thing is that I am organized and at peace with my surroundings. One of my favorite things is watching videos about minimalism and organization. You, for one, are such an inspiration. Thank you.
The fork Comb was hilarious!!! About your gray hair, don't worry that much about it. People will always have their opinions but your wallet health is more important. 😊 I am 51 years old and have my is 35% gray. All I do is fix my eyebrows, because I am starting to have some gray as well. I don't care if you look clean and tidy, no worries. For me every hair is like an experience, why should I cover it? Stay healthy physically and mentally that is the most important thing. ❤
Oh, my eyebrows are turning white, too, I didn’t even realize that was a thing I was going to have to worry about! Glad to hear it’s not just me and thanks for the pep talk 🙏
Great ideas. I use L’Oréal Root Rescue 10minutes (15 for me) hair colour. 😅 In less than 30 minutes I color the part in my hair and surrounding area. For me it’s the best, easiest and cheapest way to keep my color, without having to pay to color it. There is enough in the thin bottle to saturate my hair. I also have always had the money to pay my credit card to receive the rewards of it. I have always saved ahead to go on vacation. That way when I get home I have nothing to worry about. I think your awesome and your videos are great. You have a way of keeping me engaged in listening to you speak. Thank you. Looking forward to your next video.
I'm a huge crafter, so now I've started doing "intentional crafting." I used to make dolls based off of characters from TV shows (I have a bin full), but now I have a smaller space. Lockdown made me realize that I own a lot of yarn and embroidery floss, which is weird since I don't embroider. I ended up finding a way of conserving crafting supplies (I couldn't buy stuffing for a while) so I started making very tiny animals that require little space. If I do knit or crochet something now, I make sure I have a purpose for it. All of my scraps end up with a purpose too, and I'm enjoying it!
Thanks dear Marissa for another fantastic vid! One tip I know about hair color for people who want to save money : henna . You can cover white hair with this natural, safe color (made of plants and who have been use in India for centuries). Just make sure you use a henna brand with a good reputation. Also : it takes longer to do than chemical colors (but if find it worth the time!). p.s English is not my first language, so sorry if I made some spelling or grammar mistakes. ;-)
This is a great video. Dopamine decor and productive procrastination are two terms I had never heard of but can relate to. I like your willingness to talk about being a victim. You have done a good job of dealing with a painful past and I take inspiration from that. You have helped me a lot on my minimalist journey both physically and emotionally and I am about halfway through the process. It has improved my life in a big way.
I am laughing so hard at the untrue comments a couple people posted. You look beautiful! Mostly though, I appreciate how encouraging and intentional you are.
Keep the gray, it will look great. I am getting some above my ears. Also reducing and stopping coffee helps my husband with his back pain. When he quits, his back bothers him for a day or two, then the regular daily pain is gone. Many of these things you mentioned we don't do, because we don't have the money to do. Poverty is a great financial teacher.
I am 65. I let my hair go completely grey about five years ago (for the second time).... NOT a day goes by that I don't get complimented on the color or style of my hair. HA HA. I also have been dressing in all black since the seventies.... all of a sudden, people think that I can dress so well. Truth is that I don't have any sense of fashion and could not be bothered. Somehow I accidentally hit upon a winning formula. Love your channel. Love your sense of home and life. What an interesting life you lead.
I’m a long time minimalist. I have never enjoyed clutter even as a child! My friends and family think I’m absolutely nuts. Now I am also growing out my grays and if I could go back, I would have never dyed my hair. The process of growing them out is difficult, but I’m sticking to it! Just so tired of the maintenance!!! You would look gorgeous with grey hair, so I would consider leaving them be! :) I quit drinking alcohol and now you have me thinking about giving up my coffee!!! It has become somewhat of a ball and chain so perhaps it would feel very freeing to be done with it!
I stopped chasing my grey roots 14 months ago. I agree that I'd never have colored my hair if I knew how difficult the grow- out would be. There are several FB groups of women accepting gray hair that have helped.. It is very freeing to not be constantly worrying about my grays.
Stopped coloring my hair YEARS ago (only ever did highlights ir "chunks" of color). Love my natural hair, even with all the gray... which is WAY more than my older sister, but, I think I pull it off well. Go for the gray!!!!!😊
I enjoyed your video. I have the day off work and decided it was time to get rid of things I've been keeping that I don't need. I found your video and it spoke to me on many levels. I was about to declutter today but I tuned in to RUclips before I began and learned why I do this - productive procrastination. Thank you for helping me identify what's going on so I can stop it. Keep up the good work.
Really liked this one, Marissa, for many of the reasons stated by others. I look forward to these every week. Thank you. (Been considering Mint so appreciate that suggestion as well.) Best to you.
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What I stopped doing or buying:
1. hairspray
2. make-up
3. perfume
4. air travel
5. new clothes (I sew, knit and upcycle or buy second hand)
6. jewellery
7. magazines
8. new books (I buy them second hand or borrow them from the library)
9. gift wrapping paper and single use ribbons (I've sewn gift bags and use fabric ribbons and reuse both)
10. fabric softener, dryer sheets, laundry perfume etc. (laundry detergent is enough!)
I use the wool dryer balls and LOVE them. We’ve had the same ones for several years now and they work just as good. I think they help our clothes dry faster 👍 just a tip I wanted to share
@@heathern.zapatamba4770I use those dryer balls also.❤
我之前去学生家教课，后来在家教课，没有什么社交，亲密的朋友都是普通人，不注重外表，所以你说的事我27岁以后就不做了。为了孩子，书倒是买了整屋，现在孩子大了也不买了，改买盆栽和家具。😊
Dr Bronners for showering and washing clothes.
I still use dryer sheets, but I agree with 99.9% of this and yes to the other person who mentioned the dryer balls. :)
I've accepted my age instead of trying to ignore it. I'm in my 70s and retired and up until a few years ago I was doing all my yardwork and gardening "to save money". I was having some health problems at the time and became very heat intolerent. I gave myself permission to hire help with some of the heavier tasks and only do what I can now without wearing myself out. Things are so much more enjoyable now. 😊
I can relate. I am 68 and have problematic arthritis in my neck, because of an old injury. It is worse in the winter. I have become vegan and have given up gluten, which really helps. People really think that is crazy, but it really really helps. However, I still was expecting too much of myself. Now I realize that I am going to have to do less deep cleaning in the winter time, and have come up with a schedule to keep my home very neat and clean with a bit of daily work. My husband always helps. I can no longer babysit grandchildren on a regular basis. It is just too hard for me. I switch to hand sewing in a recliner, with my head supported, rather than sitting at a sewing machine. I have stopped doing some things, such as feeding the birds outside, and adopting more pets. I have enough pets already. I shop less and buy less. I sit down and relax when I have to. I only have 1 house plant, and I only plant one pot outside in the front, and one in the back, in the spring. Getting rid of lots of things has definitely made my life easier. It is much easier to care for my home, which is my goal. It is okay to sit down, read, watch a movie, snuggle with the dog , hand sew, or play my guitar. Years of caring for children, going to school, going to work, studying, and keeping house, make it hard to accept that I can do what I want now, and it is okay!! It is also okay to just donate things!!! It is also okay to keep what I want, such as several sewing machines, and several guitars, as long as I have space for them and can keep them neat. In short, I am trying to accept who I am, and enjoy life. I am also trying to listen to my kids and grandkids, I mean really listen, and show and express my love for them openly. I am trying to change some of the negative narrative in my head, which comes from a bad childhood, and realize that, "the prison door is open and I can walk out." So you see, I am busy and have a lot of work to do!!! These videos really help and inspire me!! Also my hair is white as snow and I have earned it.
I stopped buying ultra processed foods for the most part. By eating healthier options, my glucose levels are much better and I have lost some weight. Minimalism in food choices has helped me.
Have you tried the Beyond Beef products? I also gave up processed foods and meat. What a difference!
@@kaceykelly7222 thanks for the recommendation. I have gravitated a lot to Indian food. India celebrates vegetables and legumes in its cuisine. I’ll keep beyond beef in mind though..
I gave up watching the news. It stressed me out so much, I am way more relaxed now.
That’s a good one!
Is it though? I mean, I totally get it: The news can stress one out easily these days. And it's of course a valuable goal to be more relaxed and balanced... however I think it's problematic for a society if more and more people just switch themselves off from the world. I have no solution for that - it just worries me if this seems to be the only attainable way to take for so many of us.@@AtoZenLife And furthermore: Not listening to the news is quite a privilege as well, because it means that you are safe and not in the midst of the many crises there are.
I love your eyebrows, hair, and decor! You can't please everyone so why not yourself!!
I am the polar opposite of a minimalist when it comes to stuff, and have been working on decluttering, which is how I found your channel. I stopped going to auctions and gathering more stuff, and instead have begun to either use it or sell it.
Good job! I hope you find it as freeing as I did. I used to go antique shopping but now, if I look, I don't buy. lol
I guess I don't understand how piles of cheap garbage would lead to spikes of pleasure. And knowing what we are doing to the environment by living this way should make us feel guilty, not content! I'm a minimalist, but my house is done in greens, blues, pinks and white. It's a very happy house, with space to move in and think in. Love your channel. And the rude comments are just beyond bizarre, not to mention shallow. Good for you for ignoring them. What's funny is they assume their opinions should somehow matter to you.
I love your description of your house being able “to move in and think in”!! That hit me!! Those are some serious goals for my own home! ✨Thank you for sharing!
Sometimes that dopamine hit makes all the difference. I’m working on finding a healthier way but for a while, stupid cheap crap gave me enough happy chemicals in my brain for me to make it to the point where I was able to get mental health help. lol
Oh you are lovely and don’t need to go back to dying your hair! I embraced my silver strands and love it. Instead of feeling “old” I think I look/feel better like a gracefully aged fine wine. I hope you will too!
Thank you so much, that’s so sweet!
I stopped dying my hair during the first lockdown. As soon as the roots were to my chin I bobbed it. I have grey throughout. I will never dye it again. I love the natural look and have saved over £2000 in three years and so many hours!😊
Giving up the hair dye and embracing my 'wisdom highlights' was one of not just the most cost-effective things I've done but has also helped improve my personal style! Spending less time caring what others think about how I look (tip: they weren't thinking about me at all!) and working with my natural colouring has made dressing easier and more fun.
0:55 drinking daily coffee
2:35 productive procrastination
5:27 buying dopamine decor
7:25 getting my hair, nails & eyebrows done
8:30 caring what other people think
9:40 eating out all the time
10:55 spending money without intention
13:37 buying things with credit
14:50 collection and hoarding
16:18 making excuses
Oh, you are an angel! Thank you!
The “not caring what others think” is a huge accomplishment, in my opinion. I’ve always been driven and depressed by worrying about what others think of me; letting go of that is so freeing. You are an amazing person! I love your channel. I’m so glad you don’t let those negative comments get to you - certain people will complain about anything, no matter what. ❤❤
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What helped you stop worrying about what others think etc?
Hello, found you from your interview with Cas. 💕NonnaGrace 🐓
Not caring what others think is something I have no issue with, and I instilled it in my children from a young age.
People who attack and criticise you are insecure and projecting their insecurities on you, silence is a powerful response, ignore snide, insulting and provoking comments and carry on as if they didn't say anything. It doesn't take long to get through.
@@Smithjones12 Yes, silence. They want you to fight! This has been a long hard lesson for me.
I quit drinking alcohol and focused more on the important things in life such as nature, family, and friends
Ahh I was pretty minimalist a few years ago and then during Covid something happened where I started buying things to “fix” my mental health. I started decluttering today and have lots of regrets, but the past is the past, and I can’t wait to Live a more intentional life again. Love your videos!
I’ve never drank a cup of coffee in my entire life, as strange as that is. I tried a gulp of coffee once in my early 20’s & spit it out. Now funnily enough, my daughter & her husband own a cute coffee shop! I do love tea & hot chocolate.
No fair!! Right as you mention Dopamine Decor the Hobby Lobby ad interrupted your video. I love Hobby Lobby but you are right about the temptations to overspend and load our homes with clutter.
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YMMV but there are lots of studies showing health benefits of moderate coffee consumption, and morning coffee time with my husband every day is one of the chief joys of my life. We start each day in our cozy kitchen sitting area, chatting and sharing our thoughts. It’s such a wonderful way to start the day.
I love the serenity prayer, I’ll be 2 years clean October 26th 😊😊
Congratulations 👏👏👏
I got rid of 75% of my stuff. ❤. I will never give up coffee 😂😂😂😂😂😂
I love my quality coffee but make it at home. And I drink a couple of cups in the a.m. and switch to other beverages for the rest of the time. I had guests recently for the weekend and they kept requesting I make another pot of coffee. After they left I found half-finished cups of coffee all over the place! It was a minor annoyance and they only visit once a year. But it seemed odd to me. If I pour a cup of good coffee, I finish it and put the empty in the sink with soapy water.
I grew up in a British descent household - tea, tea, and more tea... and hot chocolate. My mother is a bit on the hippie side, so it was herbal tea. I pretty caffeine sensitive, so I'll have a Starbucks drink 2-3 times a week on average with half or none of the espresso in it. I know I could save money by not doing that, it's just a little treat thing that my husband and I do for each other. When things were tight, a Starbucks run once or twice a month was just our little treat for ourselves and a little bit of luxury. We're branching out to some little local coffee shops as well, usually a once week visit on the weekend or something.
I stopped drinking coffee too and it has been one of the best decision I've made. I stopped watching the news and advertisement on tv and technically stopped watching TV also. And right now I'm starting to stop offering my help without anyone asking for it in hopes to let go of my controller self and actually being more in control of my own life, still in progress but pretty good so far 😊
I'm 28 years old, and I have been going gray since I was 21. In the beginning I had my hair dyed, afraid of what people might think. But I stopped doing that a couple of years now, and it saved me lots of money and it is better for the environment (as well for your hair!). I don't care what people think anymore. It's my hair, my life. If they have a problem with it, that's on them! 😄
Hey, did you have brown hair before? I'm 26 and am getting greys (tho my mom startet at mid 40). It's very hard bc I have dark brown hair and the greys shine and are very obvious. So I wondered how you managed that 🙊
@@Catplanty I do indeed have brown hair, not all of it is gray yet. It's a very slow process haha. Mainly my bangs have gray hair now. You can see it but most of my hair is still brown 😊 I plan on letting it grow gray naturally.
My eyebrows are practically non-existent now, so something I would absolutely pay money for without waiting or thinking about it is eyebrows like yours! 🙂I always enjoy your videos.
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Thank you, I had a good cry watching your video. I'm going through health issues and I just started to clean my life. I'm not sure to go minimalist but the tips you give help me to clear things up. I have cleared my credit card (over 6000£), I'm so happy! The number 9 and 10 was the most difficult one but are my reality. I started on my own making changes and i started to see a psy. Thanks again xx
I dont hold on to anything that reminds me of bad times. Photos, clothes from a previous career and even a computer monitor I held on to for 2 years after I quit my corporate career due to burnout! The release I feel when no longer having those past reminders is like a new lease on life. Also removing anything that sparks the silent to do list (books I won't read dishes that need to be cleaned etc). It's all way too noisy 😂
Oh, your approach is wonderful! I need to start doing that too. Thx!
@@elly7199 I agree! Those reminders need to go. I love that approach, too.
To be very honest, I think you are very beautiful and you got so great eyebrow, much better than many other influencers who try too hard to be pretty. Also, your t-shirt (Pink Floyd) is great and so cool! 🥰
Hahaha, thanks so much 🙏
Agreed. Melissa looks great. I guess some folks are just plain mean.
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I think people that leave negative comments are just projecting their insecurities onto you. Some people just don't get minimalism. Plus I think you're perfect, sending positive vibes from Arizona!
I skipped TV several years ago..
still have the computer screen though, .. which is two way!
My bread, I have ..always baked myself,
a few years ago.. when I was going full speed in the "wrong direction", life helped me to,.. catch up (acquired some multiple sclerosis)
I've always liked making things myself, baking bread, making sauerkraut, wine, jam, painting pictures, sniffing roses and picking grapes at the same time.
instead of cared for stuff (liabilities)
be in the present
Yes! All of these tips!! Especially number 5. My fine hair is so much healthier since I stopped colouring it.
I like how you combed your hair with the fork. Where did I see that before? Oh yeah! "The Little Mermaid 🧜♀️ "! How could I forget? I only saw that video several thousand times when my daughter was little.
It was a dinglehopper moment. 😉 Cheers and thanks for watching!
You always have great tips! Since I'm a " slow to start" child😂 I take my time to think about it. Since I've seen your videos, I've decided to work my way into this whole thing 🤪very slowly, but only after I get the big picture of what I want my life to look like. I'll keep watching. Thank you so much.
I stopped all social media and news. Let me tell you how happy I am!!!
I intermittent fast and do keto and walk a lot and also I’m going to start stretching exercises.
Now because of you I’m going to become a minimalist I hope. 😊
Great great content.
Research shows that the dopamine hit is gone really quickly after purchase of most impulse purchases. So the recommendation is to pick up the item, really enjoy it for a moment, get the hit, then have a chat with yourself about how that's the most enjoyment you're going to get from it, how it's just going to clutter your house, and how you'd rather save the money and not dust around the decor item (or you dont really need another shirt etc etc). Then put it back, and know you got all the joy from interacting with it in the store without having to take it home.
Love that!
Another great video! I stopped drinking coffee when I started going through perimenopause, I noticed a huge difference after a few weeks, my anxiety went way down.
We've been using Mint Mobile for a year, no issues. $15/month.
I can genuinely say I love coffee for the taste, not the buzz. I have anxiety and couldn't handle the caffeine anymore, so I buy a good decaf and enjoy one or twice a week
First time I ever heard of a "To Don't" list!
First and foremost, THANK YOU for making this video. I almost never comment on any videos but am so grateful to have caught this. Was watching this as I was drinking my morning coffee and am now re-thinking that 😅 among soooo many other good tips you presented here. Thank you for your authenticity..wishing you continued success and blessings ❤
Thanks so much for your kind words and support - wishing you all the best! ❤️🙏
I'm the same age as you and after dyeing my hair in all sorts of colour, I decided to grow out my natural hair. Curls and greys, it's all there. It's been a journey, but I'm so happy I did it. Not only does it save you money and protect you from harmful chemicals, it's also so enormously liberating. It allows you to take control and show other women and girls that ageing is ok and a thing to be proud of. There are a lot of IG and FB sites for support, highly recommend them. The more inspiration you seek, the more normal it will become - just as when we seek minimalist inspiration to lead a minimalist lifestyle ourselves. Thanks a lot for creating this content, lots of love from Norway.
I love your list but I honestly would never stop drinking coffee. As a person with ADHD, it chemically allows me to focus better, but I can appreciate how helpful this would be for a lot of people. :)
I like that medallion with the Serenity Prayer on it ❤ congratulations my sister!
I’ve started reverse spending = every time I avoid an impulse purchase, return something or save with a coupon, I apply that cost savings to to a debt payment or savings account. $5 here and there can really add up!
I’m sorry that people have told you negative things about yourself. I appreciate you and your you tube videos.
You look gorgeous, you have such a beautiful soul.
I too stopped dying my hair, I started letting it grow out over lockdown. I feel I have much healthier hair now. Also having the odd white hair but who cares! I prefer people to like/love me for who I am not because of my hair.❤
I got rid 80% of my stuff. I realised how much things I bought that I barely use, I’m more mindful in how I spend my money now 😢 Watching your videos inspires me to live a minimalistic lifestyle ❤️
My parents have never told me how to save money or invest. But they taught me how not to spend money on something that I can not afford. That helped me not to owe any money to anyone whole my life. But I wish I knew how to save money efficiently.. I am in my mid 50th, saved up around 450k but I could have done much better if I knew all the tricks.. My way of saving money has been most inefficient way and painfully slow.. Work hardest and just keep money in the bank account style...😂
I only save money for emergencies, like having an emergency fund. I'm aware that it loses value over time and doesn't make me anything, but it's there as a financial insurance, to cover my ass if ever I get into some trouble from life.
@Watkinsgorge will definitely speaking with her soon, 41 now, Almost starting from scratch. Have close to nothing in Pension, minor savings, huge student loan, house debt 220 k USD, but valued 300 k USD. Hopefully going forward I'll be able to make some good dividend picks.
I started saving and investing in 1989 at the age of 20... my father forced me to start. I love that man today!!!
I am 54 today and have 2.2 million in my retirement account, 135k liquid and I trade securities with 50-55k
@@addahHusayn You were blessed with a good father. Mine didn't care about me because he is a misogynist.. I was a good and loyal daughter and never brought shame to him.. he never loved me and was cheap with us as kids. I cut him off when I woke up and so much happier. I started investing March of 2020. I made up for lost time. I had a bunch of money on the side line waiting. Now I’m addicted to investing. Most of my salary goes into the markets. I’m 41.
@Watkinsgorge Thanks very sharing, had a great time speaking with her, interested in her strategy and can't wait to start working with her.. happy that i won't be sending my funds over
My old dermatologist told me it’s not what you do that keeps you young. It’s what you don’t. He said, “Don’t drink alcohol, don’t smoke, don’t tan, and don’t drink brown liquids like coffee, tea, cola.” Apparently brown liquids all contain tannic acid that ages your cells. Want to have young cells, just don’t. Perfect for a minimalist.
Love your ideas here. I stopped waiting to pay bills! As soon as it’s received, I pay it. Same with credit card usage (which for me is sporadic at most); I always pay off the balance either the same day or the day after I make a purchase! It’s just so helpful to have those things out of the way and off my mind immediately.
I'm a minimalist who uses bright colors! I get irritated that people think the only option is gray (🤢) or neutral for calm and clean. You can have color and still have clear surfaces. You just have to know yourself and what you like😊
So true, living with all that beige or gray would just make me sad.
I like to use neutral colors for walls and furniture and then add splashes of color via the rugs and paintings. Works great for me!
Same! I have purple everywhere! Color makes me happy but I still don’t need a lot
Yes! The Cozy Minimalist Home by Myquillyn Smith really helped me to decorate my space with color and with minimal items instead of feeling torn between my various preferences and values.
I have neutrals in the bedroom--It's so soothing to me. A waaarm white and a soft grey. But in the living room, my couch is red, and my art is lots of rich blues and reds. I find that warm and inviting. But I totally respect people's desire for whatever colour palette pleases them.
I don't do most of these things either, except the coffee! Although I did switch to decaf, and I only drink homemade. It took me a long time to figure out how to live below what I make and save money. I was quite foolish in my 20's and 30's.
Btw you actually have great eyebrows!
Thanks so much and glad you put the past behind you 😉
Embrace the grey. It can add highlights. Give it a chance.
Good comedy 😊 I've walked around the store with items and put them back. Since watching your videos I don't shop much but research more and wait before buying. We will consider Mint. Good point about buying what you can afford
I love this channel. Your content and presentation style is so comforting.
Thanks!
Thanks so much for your support 🫶
I think you look great! You can also dye your hair yourself as I do if you want to cover the grey. It's easy. 😊
"Minimalism is an illness" gave me a wonderful laugh to start my day, so I guess Thank You to the meanie who posted that? 🤣
I am naturally a more minimalistic person, but I have struggled with the notion that I am a boring, uninteresting person if I don't own the stuff (books, movies, decor, etc) to showcase personality. So I have invested too much time and money in thrifting things, that I genuinely do like but do not need or use (usually), just to feel good about myself and impress the guests (that almost never come to house) 😅 so a couple of your points really hit home for me today.
Melissa, you have such a genuine and inspiring way of conveying your message. At #2, I pointed at myself. Numbers 9 and 10 both apply to me. Your content has helped me deal with some of the same issues and press on. Thank you!
Thanks so much for watching and supporting, glad you’re finding my content helpful!
I think you - and your home - look great! It’s all, actually, enviable.
❤The biggest thing I stopped doing was buying things on clearance because they would make a great gift!! Not for anyone specific. Just for when I needed a gift. I determined I rarely need random items for gifts!!
Oh no! I love that idea! 😢
Deje de teñir mi pelo en 2018 y fue lo mejor que pude hacer. Me crece muy rápido y me estresaba mucho con las raices. Ahora lo tengo largo y sano y me enamore de mi color natural. Tengo algunas canas y me encanta. Recién estoy empezando con esto del minimalismo, es un gran desafio porque me gusta coser y hacer crochet y tengo muchos recortes de tela e hilados. Me gusta mucho tu canal ❤
I stopped eating breakfast but still drink my morning black coffee. It’s brought so many benefits… less brain fog, more time, less hungry in the morning, some weight loss and it has also saved money,
Thank you for sharing about coffee. My next goal is meal planning. I truly have/need to do this in my life!
I still can’t believe I am doing this but I’m so over holiday decor. I think because it’s pushed to always get new it lost that tradition and I’m over it
although you don't care what people think of you anymore I have to say that your eyebrows are wonderful and your haircut is my target style... I am waiting for my hair to grow a little more and will show your video to my hairstylist to copy it because I think it is so cute 💜 love from Brazil 🇧🇷
Ooooh, hope it turns out well and thanks ☺️🙏
Your videos are always the best and so relatable to me! I always feel less alone! I would like to thank you as I too am a productive procrastinator. I had no idea there was a name for it. I amaze myself that I can spend 40 minutes finding others things I'd rather do than taking the 5-10 minutes doing something I don't want to! And although I may be older than you (coming up on 54 in December), I stopped coloring my hair in October 2017. I just got so sick and tired of chasing the grays every 3 weeks and I now I have a much healthier scalp, healthier hair and more money in the bank! Also, I do try to spend more intentionally and lastly, I stopped caring what other people think as well. No matter what you do, someone will always find something "wrong" with you to criticize you for so just continue to stay true to your beautiful self💕💕
Love the serotonin tip. Love your content thank you. The clips you splice in are hilarious.
The feelings at 15:45 came through the screen powerfully. Even if a viewer doesn’t relate directly, they’ll still feel it because you communicate so clearly. ❤
I love your style & I’m jealous of your brows! People are so mean! It’s only a reflection of who they are. 😔 great video. So amazing all that you have overcome in your life. What an amazing thing, Just wow.
I also decided to cut off on filter coffee last week, because ive come to realize how it tires my body for no reason. And i was defitely drinking excessively, about 600-700ml a day... I feel much comfortable now.
Hallo from Germany!
OMG! I have never heard of productive procrastination before. Thank you for this video, I found it really helpful.
Hallo and waving from the USA 🇺🇸🙌
I am fighting procrastination! So far I am losing. I want to continue my decluttering really! How do break through this set back?
Growing out my hair has been so liberating! Saving a ton of $$$ and time in the salon chair. People stop me on the street now to ask me where I got the silver steaks done. Mother Nature Salon! No leftovers in this house. Perhaps not practical for everyone but leftover food gives you the calories needed but is very hard to digest and produces fatigue. Freshly prepared food every day; a blessing. Words of wisdom from Dad: “If you can’t pay cash you can’t afford it.”
Love this and I quit caffeine completely, such a gift!
I'm not kidding when I say that little chip scene cut is the classiest editing I've seen on RUclips.
Coffee is really the only thing on here that applies to me, but I'd like to add to that even more:
Basically any beverage that costs more than water from the tap. In either money or time, could be a consideration for discontinuing.
I used to have a pretty nasty soda habit (and still struggle sometimes with bouts of buying it), but ended up opting for those little drink packets, instead. It's saving me money, yes, but there is still a time cost in mixing things up (seems silly to point out, but it adds up), and it's really not great for you so there is a hidden health cost in there, somewhere.
So I'm starting to ask myself "would I rather spend this money/time on something else?" I'm buying the drink packets with intention, but now I'm working on the thought shift to buying with BETTER intention. It's a process.
Eventually I'll tackle the issue where I drink an entire pot of coffee per day. But this year I quit smoking and energy drinks so I think I'm doing pretty darn good!
Great tips! Tea drinker here, but don't overdo it (or I won't sleep!) The only thing I do is get my hair done. (I don't trust myself to do it myself...) Thank you so much! :D
We went from 4 TVs to one TV and now we don’t even watch that one except a few times a year. We don’t watch the news unless there is major world event just to be informed. We don’t obsess though. No more dopamine decor. Narrowed down multiple hobbies to one or two that I can really focus on. Eating at home so going out is treat. Not ready to stop dying my hair though. You are a doll. Love your content 💕
Happy Sunday ^_^ Since last week I made my very first sale on Ebay!! Thanks for your thoughtful guidance
During the Covid lockdown and so many places were closed, I allowed my hair to grow to its natural color (grey), I stopped a lot of the volunteering that seemed to run my life, and I actually learned that it was okay to slow down and choose one or two things that brought joy to my life instead of 10 or 20. I continued to downsize and challenged myself to part with things that no longer served me in my season of life. When the donation centers reopened, I made many trips. I am frugal out of necessity and intentional about the things that I bring into my home. And the biggest thing is that I am organized and at peace with my surroundings. One of my favorite things is watching videos about minimalism and organization. You, for one, are such an inspiration. Thank you.
I also love my yeti!!!! I’ve had the same one for 4+ years
Just the minimalist boost I needed. I never heard of the dopamine hit from decor it’s great to know, foreknown is forewarned. Thanks
please share your haircare routine. I love how sleek and shiny it looks paired with your simple minimalistic haircut
Those people leaving those nasty comments are crazy. Your house is gorgeous and so peaceful and you look great! 😉
The fork Comb was hilarious!!!
About your gray hair, don't worry that much about it. People will always have their opinions but your wallet health is more important. 😊 I am 51 years old and have my is 35% gray. All I do is fix my eyebrows, because I am starting to have some gray as well. I don't care if you look clean and tidy, no worries.
For me every hair is like an experience, why should I cover it? Stay healthy physically and mentally that is the most important thing. ❤
Oh, my eyebrows are turning white, too, I didn’t even realize that was a thing I was going to have to worry about! Glad to hear it’s not just me and thanks for the pep talk 🙏
I've had Mint Mobile for over two years now and love, love, love it!
Great ideas. I use L’Oréal Root Rescue 10minutes (15 for me) hair colour. 😅 In less than 30 minutes I color the part in my hair and surrounding area. For me it’s the best, easiest and cheapest way to keep my color, without having to pay to color it. There is enough in the thin bottle to saturate my hair. I also have always had the money to pay my credit card to receive the rewards of it. I have always saved ahead to go on vacation. That way when I get home I have nothing to worry about. I think your awesome and your videos are great. You have a way of keeping me engaged in listening to you speak. Thank you. Looking forward to your next video.
I'm a huge crafter, so now I've started doing "intentional crafting." I used to make dolls based off of characters from TV shows (I have a bin full), but now I have a smaller space. Lockdown made me realize that I own a lot of yarn and embroidery floss, which is weird since I don't embroider. I ended up finding a way of conserving crafting supplies (I couldn't buy stuffing for a while) so I started making very tiny animals that require little space. If I do knit or crochet something now, I make sure I have a purpose for it. All of my scraps end up with a purpose too, and I'm enjoying it!
Thanks dear Marissa for another fantastic vid! One tip I know about hair color for people who want to save money : henna . You can cover white hair with this natural, safe color (made of plants and who have been use in India for centuries). Just make sure you use a henna brand with a good reputation. Also : it takes longer to do than chemical colors (but if find it worth the time!). p.s English is not my first language, so sorry if I made some spelling or grammar mistakes. ;-)
This is a great video. Dopamine decor and productive procrastination are two terms I had never heard of but can relate to. I like your willingness to talk about being a victim. You have done a good job of dealing with a painful past and I take inspiration from that. You have helped me a lot on my minimalist journey both physically and emotionally and I am about halfway through the process. It has improved my life in a big way.
I am laughing so hard at the untrue comments a couple people posted. You look beautiful! Mostly though, I appreciate how encouraging and intentional you are.
Keep the gray, it will look great. I am getting some above my ears. Also reducing and stopping coffee helps my husband with his back pain. When he quits, his back bothers him for a day or two, then the regular daily pain is gone. Many of these things you mentioned we don't do, because we don't have the money to do. Poverty is a great financial teacher.
I am 65. I let my hair go completely grey about five years ago (for the second time).... NOT a day goes by that I don't get complimented on the color or style of my hair. HA HA. I also have been dressing in all black since the seventies.... all of a sudden, people think that I can dress so well. Truth is that I don't have any sense of fashion and could not be bothered. Somehow I accidentally hit upon a winning formula. Love your channel. Love your sense of home and life. What an interesting life you lead.
You're my Best Friend! So like minded!
I have learned so much from you & I think you are just a lovely person! (Inside & out)
Thanks for the mintmobile tip!!! Had no idea. Your videos give me hope😊
I’m a long time minimalist. I have never enjoyed clutter even as a child! My friends and family think I’m absolutely nuts.
Now I am also growing out my grays and if I could go back, I would have never dyed my hair. The process of growing them out is difficult, but I’m sticking to it! Just so tired of the maintenance!!! You would look gorgeous with grey hair, so I would consider leaving them be! :)
I quit drinking alcohol and now you have me thinking about giving up my coffee!!! It has become somewhat of a ball and chain so perhaps it would feel very freeing to be done with it!
I stopped chasing my grey roots 14 months ago. I agree that I'd never have colored my hair if I knew how difficult the grow- out would be. There are several FB groups of women accepting gray hair that have helped.. It is very freeing to not be constantly worrying about my grays.
Stopped coloring my hair YEARS ago (only ever did highlights ir "chunks" of color). Love my natural hair, even with all the gray... which is WAY more than my older sister, but, I think I pull it off well. Go for the gray!!!!!😊
I enjoyed your video. I have the day off work and decided it was time to get rid of things I've been keeping that I don't need. I found your video and it spoke to me on many levels. I was about to declutter today but I tuned in to RUclips before I began and learned why I do this - productive procrastination. Thank you for helping me identify what's going on so I can stop it. Keep up the good work.
We've been on mint mobile for 7 years and love it.
Really liked this one, Marissa, for many of the reasons stated by others. I look forward to these every week. Thank you. (Been considering Mint so appreciate that suggestion as well.) Best to you.
Hahahaha the fork hair combing 😂😂😂 You’re so funny! 😂 Thank you for the list ❤
Productive procrastination, wow, you nailed it. I do that too.
I love your channel. Thank you!! Love from Argentina
Cheers from Chicago! 👋