I never regret it, when I've "invested" in quality, after I've considered it thoroughly *or with my whole being felt intuitively it to be just right. For me the most significant expensive but "worth every penny of it" purchase, a decision made in an instant, was that I bought one of the first available i-Mac G3 for my son, who was just boy. I bought the cheaper version first, with the same design, but he was so disappointed, that I immediately promised that we'd go exchange it for the more expensive model, with had more tech details within the same shell, the next day. So we did. I told him how it cost me 1½ months salary and we'd have to save on almost all other things, but that I only bought it as an investment in his future. He was so understanding and so grateful, it still brings tears to my eyes. People criticized me, but he still didn't turn out a spoiled brat. He lives voluntarily simple and environmentally conscious life-style, though he has a very well-paying (in my eyes) job that he thrives in, as an expert programmer. On top of it he is a very loving father. What's there to regret? My motto is first things first.
1. Learning Stoic philosophy. 2. My Tasmanian Tiger backpack. It is true that it was very expensive, 470 USD, but it is very worth the money I paid for it! Because I try to fit everything I have into one big backpack. 3. The Hilleberg Nammatj2 GT is my 4-season tent. It is also very expensive, but very high quality and durable. 4. The APO-1S survival knife, made of austenitic steel. 5. The Tramontina Bolo machete. It was only $12, but still great stuff! 6. My giant ferrocerium bar. 7. The Military Can Opener I ordered from Ukraine. However, I appreciate and love the things that I MAKE MYSELF the most... They "have a soul"! Some example of this are: my portable wood-burning fireplace, which I made from the wall brackets of 4 discarded electric boilers. Then the rope tensioners carved from bone. Two leather belt bags that I made from a found leather jacket thrown on the bank of a ditch. My waist belts made of paracord.
Thank you for mentioning pets. Most minimalists on social media don’t have pets and don’t even mention the positive attributes they bring. I’ve always had pets and cannot imagine my life without a fur-baby around. 💕😊
I have a pet of our own only now in retirement, it is small, active, and happy and very allergy-friendly, and brings so much *joy and life* into everyday. Fits perfectly in a frugal and conscious life. With her we are three in a small studio of around 400 sq feet (40 qm).
Hi Seve😊 Expensive I invested are as follows: 1. A good dishwasher and some daily use dishwasher safe utensils. 2. A good quality bedding and pillows 3. A small desk for wfh, but I like your standing desk (wishlisted it) 4. Few things to home organisation ❤ 5. Headphone, earphone both wired & wireless (listening music n dance, *"To not dance when you had health & could hear the music could be the biggest regret of one's life"*) 6. Investments 7. Online courses 8. Food both healthy & sometimes for guilty pleasures That's all my list. I'm planning to have some from your list hopefully in a while.
Another thing I would say for the last one is "There is no point in having more money if you don't have the time to use it or have to use it on health issues caused by overworking yourself"
Mahtavaa sisältöä Seve! Oon ajoittain nähny näitä videoita, nyt meni tilauslistalle 😊 I bought myself a deskbike with my standing desk, now I move when I work without even noticing it, it`s amazing. Other expensive items I have bought that were worth it include instant pot, really good outdoor-gear, good long lasting technology and a robot vacuum.
Love this. I've gotten cost per use out of and still work after 10 years: 1. non-rechargeable electronics and non-smart appliances. 2. trail running/hiking shoes 3. high-grade stainless steel cooking pans and pots. Anything with non-stick coating never lasts. 4. solid, sturdy bedframe
I can voucher for comfortable shoes and comfortable gel soles are a great option. Please, please do not neglect your feet. They are the ones who carry your weight all day and allow you to do whatever you want. Your feet health have impact in your knees, hips, cervical, etc. You only have one vessel option throughout your life.
For sure. I have long focused on the quality of my footwear, but as I get older, I find that comfort continues to be a more serious concern. But not just this by shoes, rather those I can wear for extended periods without having my feet intrude on my thoughts.
And from wide America a tribute to my unique and beloved father-Here are his three: Eat good food. Wear good shoes. Keep up your car. And he always added-And everything else will fall into place.
Trail running, road running, and trekking shoes are at the top of my list. A close second, good quality nutrition and foot care. What was that brown stuff you were cooking, tofu scrambles?
All good. So important to save. We are secure now because we saved and invested a little bit every month. For us buying a home was important. Now it is paid off in retirement. Not everyone can do that but you never get rent money back. Also a pet. We always have a rescue dog. He gets us exercising and he brings us a lot of happiness. If you like and have time for children either have one or two or befriend some. They teach you more than you teach them.
Every raise I got from 2020 I put aside into the market. I aim for a passive income and still living good on my salary from 2020. And all points on your list Seve - I stand behind them. Really great advices. So thank you!!!
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for mentioning travel (full disclosure: though now retired, I was a travel agent for over thirty years). I understand it is an extravagance for most, though there are still inexpensive ways to accomplish traveling; however, the results which one receives from traveling are immeasurable. I will turn to the great Mark Twain to say it best: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.” - "Innocents Abroad," 1869 Also, thank you for providing this excellent list with personal examples and detailed analysis. You are a marvel and a magnanimous person to share your thoughtful insights on life. By the way: who is that child at 18:20...?
Mark Twain putting it better than I ever could! Thanks for sharing that 🌍 Dude, I am telling you, the mustache made all the difference. Without them I look like 13 again lol 😂😂 That clip is I think from three years ago but I look 10 years younger haha
Computers 💻 I remember upgrading computers and components every single year in the 90s. And they cost more than these days. People complain about a $1000 smart phone. Literally a device that replaces thousands of dollars of other specific devices we all used to have to waste money on. The very first iPhone was $600. Adjusted for inflation literally the same price as the latest model iphone 16.
Yeah if you think how much they can do these days, that's not even a big price to pay. I think finding the balance between price, functions and quality is the way to go. I don't upgrade my phone that often since I need pretty much the basic things only but for people who for example film videos using their iphones, I totally understand that investing more for a better camera makes a lot of sense. However there would be no way I could make these videos without a proper computer so actually I could add that to my list as well!
I absolutely agree that all investments in your future health, from your feet to your diet, are the best choice. And don't forget the mental or emotional calistenics.....keep you mind and spiirt/artistic soul as well-exercised as your body. The addition of experts in more than just your financial life is wise; no one person can know everything, and as the world changes and knowledge grows, new advice becomes available....open that door.
What's something expensive you've invested in that’s been totally worth it? 👇✨
A Bose sound system
I never regret it, when I've "invested" in quality, after I've considered it thoroughly *or with my whole being felt intuitively it to be just right. For me the most significant expensive but "worth every penny of it" purchase, a decision made in an instant, was that I bought one of the first available i-Mac G3 for my son, who was just boy. I bought the cheaper version first, with the same design, but he was so disappointed, that I immediately promised that we'd go exchange it for the more expensive model, with had more tech details within the same shell, the next day. So we did. I told him how it cost me 1½ months salary and we'd have to save on almost all other things, but that I only bought it as an investment in his future. He was so understanding and so grateful, it still brings tears to my eyes. People criticized me, but he still didn't turn out a spoiled brat. He lives voluntarily simple and environmentally conscious life-style, though he has a very well-paying (in my eyes) job that he thrives in, as an expert programmer. On top of it he is a very loving father. What's there to regret? My motto is first things first.
Air conditioning, my big oven, braces 😀
1. Learning Stoic philosophy.
2. My Tasmanian Tiger backpack. It is true that it was very expensive, 470 USD, but it is very worth the money I paid for it! Because I try to fit everything I have into one big backpack.
3. The Hilleberg Nammatj2 GT is my 4-season tent. It is also very expensive, but very high quality and durable.
4. The APO-1S survival knife, made of austenitic steel.
5. The Tramontina Bolo machete. It was only $12, but still great stuff!
6. My giant ferrocerium bar.
7. The Military Can Opener I ordered from Ukraine.
However, I appreciate and love the things that I MAKE MYSELF the most... They "have a soul"! Some example of this are: my portable wood-burning fireplace, which I made from the wall brackets of 4 discarded electric boilers. Then the rope tensioners carved from bone. Two leather belt bags that I made from a found leather jacket thrown on the bank of a ditch. My waist belts made of paracord.
Thank you for mentioning pets. Most minimalists on social media don’t have pets and don’t even mention the positive attributes they bring. I’ve always had pets and cannot imagine my life without a fur-baby around. 💕😊
I have a pet of our own only now in retirement, it is small, active, and happy and very allergy-friendly, and brings so much *joy and life* into everyday. Fits perfectly in a frugal and conscious life. With her we are three in a small studio of around 400 sq feet (40 qm).
Hi Seve😊
Expensive I invested are as follows:
1. A good dishwasher and some daily use dishwasher safe utensils.
2. A good quality bedding and pillows
3. A small desk for wfh, but I like your standing desk (wishlisted it)
4. Few things to home organisation ❤
5. Headphone, earphone both wired & wireless (listening music n dance, *"To not dance when you had health & could hear the music could be the biggest regret of one's life"*)
6. Investments
7. Online courses
8. Food both healthy & sometimes for guilty pleasures
That's all my list. I'm planning to have some from your list hopefully in a while.
Excellent ones! 🙌🌿
I never even remember the fact I spent money on my pet dog because he is worth more than any amount of money ❤ Thank you for another great video Seve
I can 100% understand that 🐾 Thanks for watching! 😊
Another thing I would say for the last one is "There is no point in having more money if you don't have the time to use it or have to use it on health issues caused by overworking yourself"
Very well said! Love it!!! ♥
Very well put! 🙌
Mahtavaa sisältöä Seve! Oon ajoittain nähny näitä videoita, nyt meni tilauslistalle 😊 I bought myself a deskbike with my standing desk, now I move when I work without even noticing it, it`s amazing. Other expensive items I have bought that were worth it include instant pot, really good outdoor-gear, good long lasting technology and a robot vacuum.
Love this. I've gotten cost per use out of and still work after 10 years:
1. non-rechargeable electronics and non-smart appliances.
2. trail running/hiking shoes
3. high-grade stainless steel cooking pans and pots. Anything with non-stick coating never lasts.
4. solid, sturdy bedframe
Great ones! 👏
Hahaha. Those 2 minute noodles Mate will keep you in and out of your doctors waiting room. GAURANTEED.
I can voucher for comfortable shoes and comfortable gel soles are a great option. Please, please do not neglect your feet. They are the ones who carry your weight all day and allow you to do whatever you want. Your feet health have impact in your knees, hips, cervical, etc. You only have one vessel option throughout your life.
For sure. I have long focused on the quality of my footwear, but as I get older, I find that comfort continues to be a more serious concern. But not just this by shoes, rather those I can wear for extended periods without having my feet intrude on my thoughts.
100%! 🚶
And from wide America a tribute to my unique and beloved father-Here are his three: Eat good food. Wear good shoes. Keep up your car.
And he always added-And everything else will fall into place.
Simple but effective 😊🙌
Living in a tropical country, I can say that a good neck fan is a great investment. Also a big sun proof umbrella, the silver coated ones.
Must be! 🌴🌴
Trail running, road running, and trekking shoes are at the top of my list. A close second, good quality nutrition and foot care. What was that brown stuff you were cooking, tofu scrambles?
That's a great list! And regarding the food I can't remember anymore, it's an older clip but something vegan for sure haha 😊
Rock climbing. It brings me peace and works my brain and body. Love your videos!🙂
And the rocks are already there part of nature 😅
Yess! I have never done that outdoors but it must be so cool!
Quality boots, proper running shoes, mattress, tires. As the saying goes, don't skimp on anything between you and the ground.
That's so true! 🙌
All good. So important to save. We are secure now because we saved and invested a little bit every month. For us buying a home was important. Now it is paid off in retirement. Not everyone can do that but you never get rent money back. Also a pet. We always have a rescue dog. He gets us exercising and he brings us a lot of happiness. If you like and have time for children either have one or two or befriend some. They teach you more than you teach them.
Thanks for sharing these! 😊
This is the most Wells balanced listing of what its worth investing in. Well done, sir!
Thank you! 😊
Every raise I got from 2020 I put aside into the market. I aim for a passive income and still living good on my salary from 2020.
And all points on your list Seve - I stand behind them. Really great advices. So thank you!!!
Thanks for sharing! That sounds financially very healthy, well done! 🙌
Great video, thank you!
Thanks for watching! :)
Another grt video. Thank u soo much 🙏😊
Glad you liked it 😊
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for mentioning travel (full disclosure: though now retired, I was a travel agent for over thirty years). I understand it is an extravagance for most, though there are still inexpensive ways to accomplish traveling; however, the results which one receives from traveling are immeasurable. I will turn to the great Mark Twain to say it best: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.” - "Innocents Abroad," 1869
Also, thank you for providing this excellent list with personal examples and detailed analysis. You are a marvel and a magnanimous person to share your thoughtful insights on life. By the way: who is that child at 18:20...?
Mark Twain putting it better than I ever could! Thanks for sharing that 🌍 Dude, I am telling you, the mustache made all the difference. Without them I look like 13 again lol 😂😂 That clip is I think from three years ago but I look 10 years younger haha
Good stuff!
At the end of the day it's whatever you value and what you want to spend money on, it's very subjective.
Totally!
Computers 💻
I remember upgrading computers and components every single year in the 90s. And they cost more than these days. People complain about a $1000 smart phone. Literally a device that replaces thousands of dollars of other specific devices we all used to have to waste money on. The very first iPhone was $600. Adjusted for inflation literally the same price as the latest model iphone 16.
Yeah if you think how much they can do these days, that's not even a big price to pay. I think finding the balance between price, functions and quality is the way to go. I don't upgrade my phone that often since I need pretty much the basic things only but for people who for example film videos using their iphones, I totally understand that investing more for a better camera makes a lot of sense. However there would be no way I could make these videos without a proper computer so actually I could add that to my list as well!
I absolutely agree that all investments in your future health, from your feet to your diet, are the best choice. And don't forget the mental or emotional calistenics.....keep you mind and spiirt/artistic soul as well-exercised as your body. The addition of experts in more than just your financial life is wise; no one person can know everything, and as the world changes and knowledge grows, new advice becomes available....open that door.
Very well said! 🌿🌿