5 Struggles Of Being A Minimalist [Minimalism Series]
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- Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
- Minimalism is not always as perfect as it appears to be. It looks very different to all of us, and we all have faced very different struggles throughout our journeys as well.
So what I want to do is this video is share 𝟱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁. Some of these things are going to be more common struggles. Some are going to be things that I’ve personally experienced on my journey. And then some of them are going to be things that are really going to make you think.
So I hope you’re ready.
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What are some things that you’ve struggled with or are struggling with on your journey? Let’s talk about them!
I love that shirt.
The first thing you mentioned people judging before trying to get an understanding of what you’re trying to do and why.
I may or may not have a problem "letting go". I can declutter just fine but then get stuck with finding homes for stuff. Somedays, no problem, put stuff out on the curb and by the end of the day it's often all gone. I can barely remember what I even put out there. Currently I have stuff in a room that I don't care about but I also am having trouble with it moving on. If you asked me what is there I could maybe name an item or two and yet there it sits.
My struggle with minimalism is the color choice. I love the color blue.... 😊
Paper!
Does anyone else feel like Ron would just be a cool guy to know? So laid back, engaging and genuine. We need more humans in the world like you Ron!
Discovering Simplicity, you got that right! I'm hoping one day I will meet him💚.
Aww wow! Thank you so much for this! I really appreciate the love!!! So much!
@@RonaldLBanks your very welcome! The world needs more positive people.
Discovering Simplicity yes he has a great energy about him 👍🏽
Yep.
Why is your voice so soothing and motivational though 😩
Thanks Angeline! I'm happy that you're enjoying my videos and my voice haha. Keep growing on your journey!
He has the cadence of a slam poet
I’m not saying that is a bad thing! I like it lol. Just wanted to clarify.
GoingItAlone I am a poet, I’ve performed at open mics. I’ve hosted my own open mic, but I’ve never done slam poetry!
RIght! I'm over here like, man I sound like a beast compared to this dude!
And thanks for keeping the majority of your videos under 8 minutes. I have the attention span of a goldfish 😂😂😂
Haha! 😂 you know I like to give you the value you expect when you click on the video. No time wasted!
I felt the same way. Straight to the point with great content.
Yes!!! I seriously don’t click on many videos over 10 min! That is my decision maker! I honestly could listen to his calm, smooth voice for hours, but I probably won’t click on his videos if they go into the 15+ min mark!😉
Lol same here if I see that it’s too long I won’t even click. I know how my mind is set up
Hahaha....I think that'll soon change. I hear that videos can only make $ if they're at least 10 minutes
Is really nice to see minimalism from the perspective of someone black.
I appreciate the love and support Evan! Thank you.
Other black minimalist come thru 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤸🏽♀️
We out cheaa ! 👑
I appreciate your love Latosha!
Just discovered you channel, finally a person of color who can discuss the topic of Minimalism .
A-MEN!!
Hey I’m happy that you found me as well. And I’m glad to have you as apart of the community. I hope you continue to enjoy my videos.
It is refreshing but the way he thinks and speaks is more profound. I feel that a lot of minimalists on this platform/publisher do not emote wisdom and just repeat tips and tricks that everyone else has said before.
There are plenty of "people of color" doing minimalism on youtube, perhaps you meant finally a BLACK person discussing minimalism.
I wholeheartedly agree. People fail to realize that you can't undo struggles or behavior that you've been practicing for YEARS in one week. It takes time. Decluttering just for the aesthetic isn't going to cut it.
Exactly Ayeshia! It’s about so much more than that and we have you remember that on our journey!
Ayeshia Wyatt So true. I’m doing it to get peace, freedom, and to make my home more welcoming to people I value. Strangely, having an open, spacious environment seems to appeal to cool people and drive the sponges away
I love how you touch on both the physical and emotional aspects of minimalism.
Thank you MsSassyMT. I’m glad that that’s sticking out to you. There’s so much more to minimalism than just our physical clutter and I have to make sure I share those things as well!
Minimalist problems: having friends over and there's nowhere to sit, because you sold all the chairs.
raksh9 If having your friends over brings you joy and especially if they are people who bring value into your life, then having nowhere for them to sit comfortably negates the idea of being a minimalist. Heck, get a few chairs and enjoy your friends!😊
Your friends can sit on the floor or you can get furniture that folds away.
Im beginning to think I'm a minimalist but am not sure. Do they not have couches or chairs for company? I do have one couch..and a lounge chair but I keep my rooms kind of sparse. (My mother once chided that my home is like a museum although I think she meant lounge room. I don't prefer couch sets.. like with the matching love seats.. nor do I want more than the one chair. My family, grandkids, friends, sit on either my couch..or chair. I just got this way in the past year or so.
Minimalist problems: not having friends because they "clutter" your life
not only chairs but even plates, cups and utensils etc
Honestly feel like you did spoken word through the video. New subbie.
A lot of the message I share definitely have hints of spoken word in them. Poetry is definitely apart of me!
I noticed that immediately!
Moe Scott lol. I was thinking the same thing.
This video made me feel like clapping by snapping my fingers!
You’re the first black man I find on this journey to minimalism. I am so excited to subscribe to your channel and find a space for people of color. Thank you for sharing your journey and advice with the internet. I love your voice. It is very peaceful and your videos are very simple and high quality!!
Hey I really appreciate your love and support Miggie! Thank you. Knowing that you’re enjoying my content makes me happy and I’m glad to have you as apart of the community now!
You speak with a certain rhythm. This sounded like a spoken word poem. 🙂
Great video. I am in the process of minimizing things.
I've never in my life considered a minimalist lifestyle but this ONE VIDEO has me looking at my sneaker collection like, "but do you add value to me or is it I just think you're valuable?" That was deep fam, and very needed - in all parts of life. Thank you.
This is awesome! I’m really happy that this video is inspiring you to make an adjustment to your journey! Keep growing and learning!
I love the focus is not only about ‘Things’ but the Value of self acceptance and purpose.🤙🏽
Yes you hit the nail on the head Mia! This journey is about so much more than just our physical space. Keep growing on your journey!
I became a minimalist a yr ago and ended up traveling and giving my stuff away to family but now the winter is coming and i have no clothes 😂
Wow haha have to slow down is your approach next time my man! Happy to hear that you’re on this journey though. Keep growing!
That's hilarious!😂😂😂
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Ron, I'm glad I found your channel. It was a RUclips suggestion after watching Matt D'Avella videos.
Not to be too religious, but minimalism sounds like living like Jesus. Simple, but making sure the things your and people you're bring into your life bring value to your life. Anyone else feeling that?
That’s a great reference Aaron! Keep growing and learning on your journey my man!
The Algorithm knew I needed to listen to your wise words.
I’m happy that you enjoyed this Emmanuel! Keep growing on your journey!
Oh man...."Do you love the person that you see? Or do you love the things surrounding the person
you see?" that's real and that's deep. Subbed immediately after that. Real talk.
I’m really glad that this video resonated with you! Keep growing and learning on your journey!
Subscribing NOT because you’re a black minimalist, but because this is my first time watching a video or yours and I enjoyed your content 😊
~20 yr old black female
I appreciate the love and support Alexis, thank you! I’m happy to have you as apart of the community also!
He is easy on the eyes and ears!
Finally a black minimalist ❤ I don't feel alone anymore
Hey Alicia, I appreciate your love and support. Keep growing on your journey!
When I was 18 and living on a $10,000 income I was a minimilist... How? I had a phone with no internet, I rented a bedroom with bathroom for $500. I had a twin bed , a microwave and a small fridge. I owned 2 pairs of shoes , about 10 outfits. I lived on microwavable veggies, ramen noodles and once a day I would eat a $3 jerk chicken sandwich for lunch at my favorite Jamaican joint. I paid about $300 a month for health insurance. My weekly bus pasd was about $11 a week, so no car for me. I always made sure to save a minimum of $100 per paycheck. on top of that I was paying for college myself taking as much classes as I could afford ( took me 10 years to finish college but I'm debt free). Through all this I managed to travel to Europe once a year to visit family by buying tickets on low seasons. everything is possible when there is will.
This is so awesome Jen! Congratulations! Keep growing and learning on your journey!
Where there is a will, there is a way! Good for you!
That is hugely inspiring. Honestly so great to hear stories like that!!
@@lygiabird6988 thank you
I really enjoyed this video! But to be honest.. my first thoughts while listening to him was I wanna hear him do some Slam or Spoken Word poetry lol that voice is so smooth !!!
I actually am a poet and I have a lot of poetry on my channel already! I will definitely be sharing more with you!
You really challenged me! So, I subscribed. Fan from Japan
I’m nearing 60. Looking back on all the things We’ve accumulated and the mindset growing up after WWII and the fast pace of the Business and profit mindset. Always had problems with where to store things and organize them. But Now, Slowly getting rid of things after experiencing parents deaths and dealing with all their stuff, we don’t want our children to go through what we experienced.
That’s amazing Aiko! I’m glad to hear that you’re on this journey as well and to know that your doing this for your kids is great! I’m sure they will follow in your footsteps as they grow older! Keep growing!
I agree with the struggle of course..it's what we all struggle with when we're old and death becomes increasingly real...not a distant, barely imaginable event.
At the same time, an important percentage of the things you've accumulated are not just objects; they are part of who you are, especially if they've belonged to people you've loved who are no longer. The question of what to do with them or what will become of them is laden with emotion. When someone does, a universe dies with them..much more than can be held in the memories of survivors. It's a stage of life that makes minimalism...so valuable a concept in itself...excruciatingly difficult.
Aiko Fujita So true. When we pass it’s best to leave an almost empty home - no sad days of sorting and disposing for your kids, no battles over who gets what
Young man so happy that you've gotten here at such a young age. Your life journey will be so much richer and fulfilling. It's taken me 5 decades to get it (baby boomer). Smh! But I got it.
Keep growing and learning on your journey Maria! I really appreciate your compliment as well, thank you!
I need to learn not to buy more things 😭😭I decluttered so much but keep bring things back...I came a long way from buying random things but still have a long way to go...❤️
Queen Kash, it's a journey doll💯.
Keep working and learning Queen Kash. It’s a process but like you said, you’ve come a long way from where you started and it’s great that your recognizing that. Keep growing! I’m excited for you!
This is great..I was led on this minamalist path via spiritual journey, learning that everything I truly need is already inside of me and that the reason human nature seeks most material things is because human nature seeks validation from the material world to fill the void inside that comes from not truly knowing ones self due to programming and conditioning of the ego..Spirit self and Ego are two different Beings and I learned that until we truly get to know ourselves as our true spiritual nature..we will identify with the ego and the desires of the ego, which are never ending..i.e materialism..this is a rare path in the U.S, which has conditioned our egos for consumerism..commercialism..
and capitolism..
Dear Ronald L. Banks, you have made me clean out my closet and throw away so much stuff. I have decided that I do not need all this stuff. I am loving this!!!!!!!! Praise GOD for me finding your channel. My husband thinks that you should be the president because you are the one-in-a -million reasonable making sense kind of guy. He loves what I have done to this house. I love it also. I feel so light and free. You make so much sense to me and I am a great grand mother...…..go figure...….. I have accumulated so much over the years and,,,,,,, HALLELUJAH,,,, I have been reborn.
This is awesome Kathleen and you’re amazing. I’m happy that I’m motivating you so much on your journey. Tell your husband thank as well.
You got my vote for President, Ronnie. Your calm, articulate, focused, empathetic, inclusive manner is the hope for this World.
Karen Krainski I’m trying to imagine a minimalist in the White House 😂
His so poetic about the reality of being a minimalist, I love him ❤.
A lot of the vids I see on YT about minimalism focus on the aesthetic. Thanks for a breath of fresh air concerning this topic.
Edit: Also, you speak with the syncopation of a spoken word artist. Very calming to listen to.
I am a spoken word poet! I share a lot of my poem on my channel as well! Plus I'm glad you're enjoying the videos and topics I talk about!
I am struggling with self love. After two babies, 40 extra pounds, not much love here, BUT I'm working on me. I've decluttered lots of items not I'm working on getting rid of junk food out of my life. It's not easy but I'm trying. Thanks Ron.
Lety from Chicago ✌🏼️
These challenges you’re facing are worth it Lety! Keep growing and pushing forward. As soon as you reach one goal set a new one and keep going. The more progress you make the more proud of yourself you’ll feel. And that self-love will grow!
Ronald L. Banks Great advice as always. You're the best, Ron! Have a great weekend.
Leticia V thank you for sharing your vulnerability and truth. If I may, a constructive self-talk statement may be “I am willing to love myself as i am”. With this some space is made to allow a fresh perspective to be received. I’m right there with you! I have found self-talk affirmations starting with “I am willing” is sometimes all I can do and all we can do is good enough. Thanks again!
Kevin Orth great point! Changing you’re self-talk will also change your perspective and increase your drive to chase those goals! Thanks for sharing this!
I am right there with you...but 3 babies, 20+ pounds, and mid 40’s. The struggle is real, friend! I can make one encouraging comment...as I have been working to declutter my life, self worth and love seem to follow...along with lightening my clutter, weight seems to come off little by little too! I think when we are less defeated in areas and have more success it seems to flow into other areas of our life! I think you will find the same truth so chin up and keep up the good work!
I'm loving how you focus so much on the work beyond physical decluttering in minimalism. Thank you for giving me new stuff to think about! :)
You’re very welcome Cecilie! One of my goals for my content is to always give a different perspective and challenges. I’m really happy that you’re enjoying the videos. Keep growing!
I am not concerned about what others think. I was raised in a family who valued things more than people and I am the complete opposite. My biggest challenge is feeling discouraged I accumulated so much stuff and over bought items. I wished I figured this out earlier. But I am making progress and learning to be kinder to myself.
Thebarky1988, Hi! You're so spot on 💯. Have a great day.
Yes never beat yourself up for anything. Learning to be kinder to yourself is a great thing to do thebarky1988. Keep doing what you’re doing! I love it!
Wow • finally • a minimalism video that touched a real part of my soul • this video is worth so much more than the current numbers linked to it 🖤✊🏾✨✨
I appreciate your love and support, thank you so much! I’m really glad that it resonated with you so much!
Yes, LETTING GO. That is a BIG one for me. But I'm getting there, thanks to videos like yours and others. Thank you.
Keep growing on your journey! I’m excited for you and I’m happy your enjoyed this video, especially the last point about letting go!
'You have to take control of what you allow to affect you'...that, right there is profound on a lot of different levels...many thanks for that one statement...you have a new subscriber from Ireland. Best wishes.
Shoutout to Ireland, Margaret! I’m happy to have you as apart of the community now. I’m also glad that you enjoyed this video. You’re right that state touches on many different levels. Keep growing!
Your face. This topic. Keep making videos, they are needed and wanted.
Thank you so much Chelsea, I appreciate the love and support!
Powerfull message. Thanks for sharing man. Peace.
I’m really glad that you enjoyed it Ricardo! Thank you!
What a brilliant and thoughtful video! So glad that you appeared in my recommended videos list! You have a new subscriber!
Hey I'm happy that you found me too Alice, that's awesome! Welcome to the community as well. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
Ron, your video appeared in my feed today and your content compelled me to subscribe to your channel. I’ve watched many minimalist RUclips videos and never heard anyone talk about the deeper issues involved in minimalism. Thank you!! I’m looking forward to learning more about your approach to living an uncluttered life.
Thank you Rosalind! I’m glad that my content is given/showing you a different perspective! I’m also happy to have you as apart of the community now. Keep growing! If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Ronald L. Banks, thanks 😊
I know so many comments have said this already but it’s so good to see a black male discussing minimalism. So relatable & inspirational.
Thank you Treazure! I appreciate your love and support. Plus I’m happy that you can really relate to the messages I’m sharing.
Another thing Mr. Banks is I do not miss any of the things I threw away. It has been a blessing to me to declutter and regroup my life.
Oooommmmggggggg. I have found you. I was looking for you and didn’t even know I was looking for you. 🤗🤗🤗🤗
Hey I’m glad that you found me then! Perfect timing huh! I’m happy to have you as apart of the community now. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Sometimes letting go just “happens” to us. I lost my home and all the contents that I had collected for years. It was a mental and an emotional challenge. I look back now and I realized didn’t NEED any of those things. There is freedom in keeping things simple.
Love your videos, I started my journey with minimalist a year ago and am doing better and feeling like at my age I don't want to burden my family with my stuff when I die. Also having a capsule wardrobe is so nice.Now the things I have are a better quality, and I really don't need a lot, I am 63 and feeling free and no longer weighted down by all my stuff.I donated and gave it to friends who wanted it ... you and others on RUclips have inspired me so much ... thanks.. I love your message!
Hey I’m excited for you and your journey Carlson! I love that you’re loving my content! Keep growing and learning on your journey!
I’m a minimalist too, and agree with all of your points. Letting go isn’t a struggle for me anymore: fear of letting go is usually caused by a scarcity mindset. Whether it involves money, women, valuable stuff or professional opportunities: I try to see these through a lens of abundance. Whenever a door closes its entry for you, at least one other if not many more doors will lead you to new paths in life. By removing excessive stuff and people from our lives, we will all govern our own little world with the patience, love and respect which those who are happily part of our world truly deserve.
Wow perfectly said Martijn. You’re absolutely right, thank for sharing. Keep growing!
You popped up on my recommendation and I am so glad you did. I love videos about minimalism. You got a new subscriber
Hey that's awesome! I'm happy you found me too. Welcome to the community as well! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
I find your content refreshing. Its basically what i didnt realise that youtube is missing
Hey thank you Priscilla! Means a lot and I appreciate your love as well! Keep growing on your journey!
I don't care what others think about what I do, as they are not paying my bills. I really don't care for lots of stuff...I do like clothes. I like comfy clothes that I look great in. That is important to me. I like good cooking pans and bake ware to help me make healthy meals. Comfy bed and lazy boy recliner is important to me to rest. I can get along without things that I would have to dust, clean and keep track of. So don't have any clutter on shelves or counters tops. Just simple and easier to clean home. Not many books, as I read them and donate or give away. I no longer visit my local public library, as they have bedbugs and I will not risk getting those bugs in my home. I buy new books from Amazon and pass them on. Gotta see how to do Kindle or e books. Take care. Cheers.😁
Interesting that you wrote the
library books have bedbugs.
Where on earth do you live?
Kind greetings from Switzerland.
@@user-wk5ff4jv3r look up library books and bedbugs. Lots of info on many libraries having this problem and schools, hotels, hospitals. Even stores. Even factories . Awful to think about. Expensive to treat a house and car. Cheers
That’s for sharing this information Georgiann! Very interesting things about the bedbugs and library books. I’ll have to read into that to learn more myself. Keep growing!
Georgiann Maloney, we must be twins!☺️
@@rozzzr2 we must be. Have a great week.
This is the realest video about minimalism/decluttering that I’ve seen! Not gonna lie, I was dubious when you were talking about all that your list consisted of. I’m like, it’s only a list of 5 things, hows he going to fit all that into it? But you delivered! Thank you for this video, it’s my first time seeing your channel, hitting subscribe after I post! Thank you!
Number 5 is definitely where I’m stuck right now. I’ve been praying/meditating for help on letting go of what remains of my belongings and the beliefs keeping me from being who I really am/want to be.
Letting go is tough! It’s different than decluttering but when you cross that bridge and learn to let go! Everything changes! Keep growing, I’m excited for you!
I am a new subscriber. I'm so happy you came up on my recommend. I've been living a minimalistic lifestyle for 2 years. I've let go of a lot of materialistic things and toxic people. I feel so free and I'm loving my life and who I am regardless of the opinion of others. I love your advice and your way of thinking. Glad I found your channel.
I’m so happy I discovered your videos! You’re a refreshing voice in the minimalism world. I’ve listened to so many people talk on the subject. I appreciate them all, but you’re a deep thinker and have brought up some very interesting issues I’ve never considered and that I’ve never heard other minimalists talk about. Thank you and keep up the great work! Next, I’ll check out your poetry.
Love that I came across your channel brotha! Thank you! I’m looking forwards to watching more videos and new content! Stay blessed man 🙏🏽
You're a fantastic speaker. It's something about the way you pause at just the right moment. Very insightful video!
I can’t even start to tell you how much I love your channel! So positive and upbeat. Your enthusiasm is addictive.
I also love that your videos themselves are minimalist! No flashy graphics, no blaring music, no annoying screaming for us to “smash that subscribe button!”
Keep it up, dude. You are awesome.
Hey Ron! I struggle with the THOUGHT of not keeping up with YOUR positive teachings on this journey. For real tho' ! But I'm not going to jump to the negative 😔. Remembering the lessons taught and moving forward will keep me on track👍. This message is spot on and much appreciated 👏.
I appreciate your love always Patricia! I’m glad you’re enjoying my messages. Keep growing, always!
I had not noticed how crowded my apartment was until I took my early retirement. I had never thought about all of those (harmless) outings with my friends to shop as anything more than a stress reliever. However, a few months at home was when I realized that I had multiple copies of the same things in different colors but had mis-laid (lost) them in the mess in my closets and dresser-drawers. That was when I began to donate to churches, homeless shelters and women’s shelters. I had clothing in three different sizes, handbags of every kind and for every occasionand I knew it was just too much. I just want to say that watching your videos is helpful and thank you for making them.
I love that he gets to the point and doesn't ramble on about himself and how awesome it is. He's awesome.
Words cannot express how much joy I feel after watching this video. To answer your question, one of the hardest things that I’ve struggled with is the support from family. Mom: “Here take these bags, plants, clothes, etc.” or “Well why don’t you have ‘x,y,z’ or watch ‘a,b,c’.” And quite frankly, the truth is that materialism disgusts me! I am so cautious and aware of what I feed my mind and spirit, and what I bring into my home. There’s a sense of peace in the benefits of minimalism, that only a small percentage of us understand. So, kudos to you, and blessings on your journey. You’ve absolutely gained a new subscriber.
Hey Cassi, thank you so much. I appreciate your love and support. I also understand how that is something you’d constantly struggle with. Continue to do what works best for you and your journey. You seem to have a strong passion for consciousness and mindfulness. That’s awesome! I love it! I’m happy to have you as apart of the community now as well!
YOU ARE AMAZING! Totally gave me food for thought beyond "things". Ive been a minimalist for years yet you have showed up just in time for some much needed thought and perspective. :) Thank you! Excited to see more of your videos.
Hey I’m glad that I am challenging you to think differently Lisa! That’s awesome.. I’m excited for you and your journey. Keep growing!
its so refreshing to see a black minimalist. I wouldn't say that I am a minimalist. But I only have things that bring me joy, that have more than one use and I think about how my consumption affects the environment. So, I don't indulge in fast fashion, I don't buy prepacked food (fruits or veggies especially. They come in a lot of plastic), and I try to only eat at home. But I would like to eventually become an extreme minimalist. Its the simplicity and mindfulness of it that attracts me to it.
Simplicity and mindfulness has changed my life and action completely! I love how you cook a lot at home. I’m the same way. I love the freshness of it! Keep growing on your journey Catherine!
That first one is so true and I’m just starting my journey being plant based and a minimalist. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, this made me feel better about myself and my progress thus far on this path. You seem like a nice guy, keep up the great content!
I think there is minimalism as a lifestyle and then there is minimalism as an esthetic. Life is to short to be bothered by what other people think. Great video.
Exactly Nadine! I talk about this is my Curse of The Minimalist Aesthetic video. You’re absolutely right and I think we should definitely pursue the lifestyle side of it more. Thanks for sharing!
This video was just recorded to me and I can already tell you’re gonna be one of my favorites. Awesome video dude!
I`m glad, I discovered your channel a few days before. I love the way you talk, your voice and all the new inputs for my life. My minimalism journey started 2016 and it changed my whole life. Greetings from Switzerland!
I agree with you. I often think about what will 'add value' whenever I make life decisions. For example, learning is good, but what kind of courses will really work to improve my life? The decsions are tough but neccessary.
I am enjoying going back and looking at your early videos. What a blessing! Thank you Ronald.
That was one of the deepest& most valuable content so far Ron! Thanks very much for the joy& light you bring with your soul to our planet- we‘ll keep on growing& helping each other on the journey 🙏💓
Thank you for your kind words Elif! I really appreciate the love and support!
Congrats on the video young man!!! Yes, letting go is probably the hardest thing to do.
I am so happy you came up on my recommended list! Your content is soothing, refreshing, and wonderful!
I got depressed.
The first 2 months were cool, I actually loved removing so much. It was wonderful!!!
Then the lack of “things” started weighing down on me. I started to feel anxious. Feeling like something was about to happen but I didn’t know what it was... I was constantly waiting.... on something.....
Usually I would get lost in my “stuff”. Without stuff to wander to, I didn’t know what to do with myself.
I didn’t know what I could comfortably buy. I didn’t purchase items that I really needed because mentally I was trying not to buy “stuff” anymore. I was a mess!!!
Now I’m back to more clutter than I had before I minimized. I dont have anxiety like I did then. But now I’m just disappointed at myself when I look and my new “collection” of stuff. 😕
It sounds like you’re missing your “why” and you didn’t quite have a goal and values set after you’ve declutter. Your why is important because it helps you stay focus on why you want to do something. Your goals and values help you stay on that path going forward. If you ever feel inspired to try again. Go at a slower pace and start with your why before you declutter anything! I hope that helps you. Keep growing!
It hits different when someone of your own culture says something ✊🏾✨
All the things you mentioned really resonate with me, especially about "letting it go." Your ideas are simple yet so hard for people to really grasp. You're so smart for being so young, what a catch you are!!!
Thanks so much for this video - yes, the struggle to let go is the real work for me in my minimalist journey. Love your stuff Ron, stay TTY :)
Narrative Beats I’m really happy that you’re loving my content. Stay true to you also and keep growing on your journey!
Nice to know im not the only Black minimalist. Thank God for your channel!
Can’t believe I’m just finding your channel!! This is gold I love this niche and the authenticity aspect of your content. Sometimes this beautiful content just doesn’t feel real or relatable ty for your creations 🙏🏽
I’m really happy my content is relatable for you. Keep growing on your journey my friend!
I love it! Another dope channel on minimalism. I can already tell the content is top notch just by looking at it. First video I’ve seen from you. 👍🏽
Thanks my man! I appreciate the love. I’m happy to hear that you’re enjoying the videos as well. Keep growing on your journey!
Lovely work and series, a joyous find! And the phrase, ‘stay true to you’ is one I also use at the end of my videos:) Subscribed right now and I’m loving your gentle way of sharing🙏🏻
I really enjoyed this video! lots to think about while decluttering. It really made sense with the emotional attachment to clothing and stuff. thanks !
I’m going to watch this several more times so it sinks in. Really good stuff! Thank you, Ronald:)
New sub here....i love how honest you are about minimalism. Your a great speaker, very captivating....i look forward to seeing more of your videos
Hey buddy... Just came across your video and I was compelled to write to you and thank you for inspiring me. Ironically, I have been thinking (over the past week), about clearing out my closet. However, in my moments of solitude, my conscience has been telling me that what I require is far deeper. The perspective of minimalism is increasingly becoming attractive to me courtesy of your video. So THANK YOU!!!!
Love ur video. Happy to find u. I am 57 and would love to be minimalist but I find I cant let go of some of my parents things. What I am doing is not acquiring any new things. It's a start.
Kat Stephens You can try passing out some of those things onto your children or siblings if that’s an option
Why, if you noticed you value them, mission accomplished. Minimalism should not be about disciplining your love away, but about keeping only what you love.
"Decluttering =/= letting go" yesss great videos thanks for sharing on this topic
I’m really glad you enjoyed this Athela! Keep growing on your journey!
There were a lot of things you hit on that made me think. You said things that I have asked myself prior to your video... years ago and this video only makes me realize how much I have not changed much at all. Oh man, the reality of it all.
RUclips suggested I watch this video and I'm glad I did. This sounds like the poem.
I am a poet! That’s one thing that I believe makes me different in the minimalism space. I also use my poetry to help community some of my messages!
So glad this went in my feed!! I've been getting into minimalism recently with my recent interest and concern with the climate crisis. Will be going into a binge watch through your videos haha✌🏼
My greatest struggle was to find a new life and purpose for those things I really, really loved. My piano for example was so dear to me, and after month of searching for someone I found a dad who was looking for a piano for his little girl. I remember crying that day out of joy. Because I knew my piano was being played and loved again. ✨
This is amazing Sera! I love how your felt joy from letting go of your piano because you knew it was going to someone who would experience the same joy you did with it. I love it! Keep growing on your journey!
Hey, Ronald. I've just discovered your videos are they are great! Total sense, and really nice delivery. Love your velvety voice - you should become an actor! 😊
Subbing!!! We are on a journey. There are 5 of us and one is a newborn so our minimalism looks a bit different from some others. We have let go of so much though. It feels great!
Beginning my journey toward getting all the nonsense outta my life & organizing my values, and I'm glad I found your videos. You seem like a true, humble brother. Thank you & Subbed!
I really appreciate that, thank you and welcome to the community!
your thought on the difference between letting go and getting rid of things resonated with me - i hadn't considered it in those terms, but i've definitely felt that struggle as well.
My Grandma was amazing she kept the family home absolutely beautiful clutter free. She showed real love and how to be happy with very few things ..her imagination was on point and she showed us we didnt need loads of stuff to be happy ..Everything had its place and she had so much time for all of us .I now realise she was a minimalist . We all didn't adopt her style but most of us did💖
First time tuning in. Love your tone and your philosophy :)
I’m on a journey to minimalism and my biggest struggle is really letting go ...
Letting go is definitely different than decluttering and it can hard. But when you do it really changes things! I’m happy that you’re loving my videos Véronique. Keep growing on your journey!
This young man is a voice of the beautiful movement in the black community. For YEARS things have killed us! We don’t have a car, live in section 8, and can’t pay for our kids school lunches, but hey, we got jordans. Or our kids got new xboxes last year. And how about the new iPhone. Thank you thank you and thank you. Continue to speak young man, don’t change and don’t sell out!
I love you Ronald! A super guy! We need so many of you around!
Love the part about what adds value. It's very helpful for me to know I have the most essential things to feel secure when I let go of what I don't need. Would like to hear more on letting go :)
Love this, I am also working on minimalism and it has opened me up to so much, it's been over a year now and it's freeing, and also it doesn't bother me with how much I actually have, it's quite the journey. Nice video
It’s a journey for sure! I’m really happy that you’re enjoying this plus the fact that you’re on your own journey as well is awesome! Keep growing and learning!
I've followed minimalism vlog for a couple months ago, and i found your video is very interesting, thanks man!
You’re welcome Muhamad! I’m glad that you’re truly enjoying my content. Keep growing on your journey!