The question of "Use, Need, or Love" is the best quick way that I have ever used to help me with de-cluttering. It totally takes the anxiety out of the decision for me. Thank you, Benita!
I have a similar list of items I can’t live without. After finding your channel I know I can’t live without you inspiring me to become a practical minimalist. It’s been burning inside me for years to let go of some things as I’m feeling overwhelmed & unhappy. You have made me see that it’s time. I love all your videos & as long as you continue to provide content, I’ll be watching. I’m sending you & all your viewers best wishes, happiness & good health for 2022. I’m your biggest fan from NYC. One more thing, seeing you smile brightened my gloomy day.
I love that you have multiple pairs of reading glasses in all the places you need them! I think minimalism isn't always about having less items, but about having the items that work best for our lifestyle, even if it means we have duplicates. Thank you for another wonderful video xx
I appreciate the cinematography in your videos. Adds to the calm. I also really appreciate the honesty throughout your videos- you are never afraid to speak your own mind which is very refreshing.
You look so fresh and calm in this video! Amazing! I love what you said about wardrobe changes due to life-style changes. I love the leggings-long t-shirt idea , as an every-day uniform. I also loved the weekend-wine idea :) So lovely and fun! Thank you.
Happy New Year, Benita. I discovered your RUclips site about two months ago and have been in the process of catching up on them. Thank you for this recent post. I love your calm and your attitude toward keeping the things that give you pleasure and decluttering those things that don’t. With he new year finally here I am promising myself to follow your example. As it is winter in Canada and with snow expected any day now I love my hand knitted Afghan, my wool socks, my Ugg and Glerup slippers, our electric fireplace and LCD candlelight for dinner meals from now until the spring when the evenings are brighter. Thank you for your content.
Hey Benita, you look awesome, I am 3 years post cancer now and can tell you it just gets better, your videos really inspired me to Declutter and get my life in order while I was going through treatment, so happy to see you back in action 100%
Bentia you always brighten my day, thank you. Great list, hand cream, reading glasses, and coffee make my list too, plus your videos. ❤ I have to say you are looking lovely and your cat is just beautiful. Happy New Year! ✨
Happy New Year to you Benita, all the best in the New Year. I had forgotten that you had two cats. You cat that you give medicine to is so calm about it. Love your 10 things you cannot live without. My glasses are prescription and costly in Canada, so only 1 pair, wish I could have a few placed in each room also. Love that blush you use and the lip gloss stick. Can’t wait to see many more vlogs in 2022. Best regards from Canada
Hi Benita, another lovely video. Use, need & love - what an approach to everyday items,. Very thought provoking! I have taken a lot from these three words USE, NEED, & LOVE. Thank you😊👏
Great video! I can’t live without my warm cozy scarves. I love them and feel more like myself when I have it wrapped around me like a warm hug. Lip gloss and hand cream are also a must for me too. Hope you have a Happy New Year!
Hi Benita! First of all, I must say that your videos are such a breath of fresh air! I've been following your channel for a while now, and I can say it's one of my favorites. As for the 10 things I can't live without : my prescription glasses, my laptop and my phone (I'm a freelance writer / creator), my quality winter coat (i live in Quebec, where the temperature sometimes drops to -30 or even -40 during winter), face and body moisturizer, lip balm, a notebook and a pen (i'm counting these as one thing), black coffee, a book (anything I'm reading at the moment) and a totebag!
Your videos always calm me down. I love seeing your cats in this one, simple things in life just makes everything better! I’m going to start my list even though some items are same as yours, it’s a great exercise to really think about what you need on the day to day basis. Happy holidays and thank you!!
Thank you Benitta for a year of calm inspiring videos. Looking forward to many more in the new year. Hope you had a lovely Christmas time. You are looking so well. Your hair style really suits you. Best wishes 💟x
Thank you Benita for all your videos this year. They are just the best. Love your list- makes me think....certainly I can't do without cnd creative nail design hand lotion, the citrus and green tea scent is just so happy! Wishing you a very happy new year 🎉 PS off for a glass of holiday wine, white of course 🥂
Happy new year Benita! I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the wonderful advice and beautiful content you always share😊 Its always, always a bright spot in the day when I see your videos! Coffee time with you is definitely a thing now! All the best to you and yours during this holiday season and for 2022! 🥂🍾🤗
Seeing you smiling in the video made me so happy. What a great video to end the year with. Those are similar to what I cant live without..including the wine! Such a calming voice you have. Happy Holidays!
Exactly what I needed today, brand new video ☺️🎁🎄❄️ My Mum and I already rewatched all your videos this holiday season. Fair Play for actually dropping your phone!!!
Oh Benita this was the best video I've seen all month. The shots, the music and the voiceover were all perfect. This calmed me like no other. So thank you so so much.
I have many favorite things that I will use over and over and the first one is Natralia Heel Balm. It's for rough, dry feet. It smooths and softens, definitely has been a winner for me.
Another great video Benita, giving me ideas on how I can become more minimal in my home. I'm going to tell my brother and sister-in-law about the phone cases, they will definitely be interested, thanks
Hi Benita. You are my inspiration. I love your videos. I am going to work on overhauling my life in 2022 and I will be using your videos as a “how to”. I love the peaceful feeling of your home and lifestyle. Thank you so much for what you do. Looking forward to more. Have a wonderful New Year.
Great video today and enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing your 10 things I picked up a couple of ideas. Been following you for a couple of years and looking forward to more ideas that you will xhare in the upcoming New Year 2022. Blessings to you and your family as the new year approaches.
Hello Benita. I enjoyed your list of 10 essentials. It has made me think about what mine are. An interesting introspective topic 😊 I really enjoy your vlogs and look forward to more in 2022. Wishing you a healthy and happy new year 💚
Hi Benita, thanks for your videos! The videos are pleasant to view, and inspirational for continuing to downsize. I so get the reading glasses in strategic locations at home, and I also keep a pair in my crossbody bag. Also, your hair is growing back nicely! Hope you are staying well.
Good video Benita😊 I can't live without my morning coffee in the morning 😁 your hairstyle looks great. Thank you for all your videos this year, looking forward to more to come in the next year. I wish you and your family a healthy and happy new year 🥳
Hello Benita, I have 2 young boys and we love DIYs but 2022 will be the year to just keep what we love and use it all the time. So far I got one closet done and it feels amazing! I am tackling toys and crafts next. Thanks for the non judgmental encouragement I love that you you love to craft as well! Happy new year 🎉
Loved your video as always! I am not a minimalist yet but I am learning the benefits of minimalism and practicing it in certain aspects of life. Your videos have taught me so much. And you have a beautiful smile. ❤️
Cześć Benita! Jak zawsze jesteś naturalna i sympatyczna:) Pokazujesz proste życie a jest w tym dużo wdzięku i czaru. Dziękuję Ci za to co robisz! Wszystkiego najlepszego w Nowym Roku:)
I couldn't live without my cat and the serenity she's giving me. To me, Bonus is a pianist and Mini is the mascot of autumn, so they couldn't be more fit for each other. Happy New Year, Benita!
Loved this video! I certainly can't do without my coffee - I am a bit of a coffee snob, so my expensive coffee maker is put to good use! Also, I can't do without my phone, morning walks, audiobooks/podcasts (generally true crime related), RUclips & Instagram, candles and my cute blue blocker glasses. I work at my desk all day with two large monitors. The blue blockers in my glasses really saves my eyes from getting fatigued. Thank you for your lovely videos! You inspire me to further cull and only keep the things around me that I truly love and need/use. I hope 2022 sees you happy and well!
How beautiful and strong you look, Benita! I appreciate your sense of humor and the quality of your work . Happy New Year! P.S: My bike (heritaged, 50 yo) is essential for me today. It has been a tool for rediscover my body during these 2 years.
I love your cats. I lost my beloved Coco (a tuxedo SHD) a year ago to cancer. It's been very hard to get over. We adopted her from the local SPCA shelter here in Vancouver, Canada. I've been a volunteer there now for ten years. I work with both the cats and dogs.
I love your videos so much and every second Tuesday is a happy day! I couldn't live without my E-Reader anymore because me too started to need reading glasses and my E-Reader gives me the possibility to read everywhere (especially when commuting from or to work)...
Hello, Benita, I enjoy watching your videos! :) As for very dry hands, I used to have the same problem and I can recommend starting using cleansing oil from the pharmacy instead of regular soap. This was a recommendation of the dermatologist and helped me a lot. All the best and Happy New Year!
Welcome back dear friend! Thank you ever so much for sharing this video! I’d have to say coffee is my #1 thing I couldn’t live without! Although it could be a tie with chocolate!😻 Both of those items make me happy! Happy New Year!
I’m with you hand cream, lip salve, glasses, insoles😂and white wine but I’d also add crisps on crisp Friday. Love all your videos, very encouraging and inspiring. Happy new year.
happy new year! personally, i love muji leggings. i’m no longer pregnant, but i’ll probably replace my maternity ones with the same style when they wear out because it’s more comfortable than an elastic band and it keeps my stomach warm in the winter. from what i see on the fabric label here in japan, organic cotton is the main component.
Hi Banita wish you a happy new year ahead. I love watching your videos as I can see myself the only thing I don’t have any health issues but my pet has 😞. Hope your health is good. 💕 and best wishes for both of you.
Hi Benita, I'm new to your channel. I have a set of Les Mills weights for exercise, and my vitamix blender are two things I couldn't live without. Happy New Year!
I just discovered your channel, and I love it. I've been living what I term as "cozy minimalism" for awhile now, and I find that the more I let go of the more I want to let go. I have yet to find a pair of jeans that I find comfortable, so I live in grey or black leggings (capri for warmer weather and ankle length for colder). I finally had to retire my very old, worn tee shirts, so I purchased 5 black tops and one dressier tunic-style top in grey/ black. I think that is the best idea I've adopted from minimalistic channels. I have never cared about clothes, shoes, jewelry, etc. so this has made my life so easy. Minimalism has been great for me, but I still buy things when I feel that I need or want them. My rule is one in, one out, so I don't buy until I am ready to let go of an item that I no longer need/want. I'm going to go watch more of your videos!
Hot water with lemon + seasonal fruit in the morning, my Ringana beauty routine, floss, hair tie, the kiss of my husband and the cuddle with my cat. Be sure all my loved ones are healthy. Stay safe, dear Benita and big hug from Italy.
I just found your channel and it's lovely. Your cat is so beautiful. With the new year, I am starting to declutter and gravitating closer to Minimalism each day. My "can't live without" is a selection of coffee (various flavors) and a collection of mugs. I wish I could pick just one or two, but love drinking coffee from a coordinating mug. Books are also difficult to trim down since I have a stack yet to read and favorites, I read over again each year. I think in the US, we're raised that more is better, so for many, we are more wasteful and thoughtless when it comes to fast fashion, trends and what is around us. So thankful for channels like yours that teaches and guides to rethinking how we live.
I too am an avid book reader, and it's one of the hardest things for me to declutter. But in the last year or so I've managed to gift to charity 723 books (yes, I count them), and have a few thousand left. For novels I have moved over to e-readers, but retain most of my non-fiction books - art, poetry, history, etc. I mostly search out books second-hand rather than new. One of my daily pleasures is to close the laptop I work on all day, go low tech and pick up the printed page.
Hello Benita ~ hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Many of your "can't live without" are mine as well ~ especially hand cream, coffee, & lip moisturizer ❤ I don't wear makeup, but another on my "can't live without" is skincare ~ it made me smile when you were applying your blush 🙂 I love watching your channel, so refreshing - see you in your next video. Happy New Year! 🥂
Benita, I love love love your sense of humor. I was just thinking this morning....that I hoped we would have a new video soon. It's really nice getting to know a bit more about you. I hope that you have a very healthy and happy New Year. You look as though you are doing well.
Great list! Thank you for all the wonderful videos! You truly have inspired me. You also reminded me to smile at myself in the mirror more. 😊❤👍 Healthy and happy new year to you!🤗🥂
Hello, I hope you're not going through post BC struggles. You look fantastic btw. Thank you for this post as well, it shows and confirms that there is an essentialist element to the minimalist lifestyle, which I find comforting. Happy Holidays 😊
CHE SIA PER TE UN ANNO SERENO PIENO DI BELLE COSE GRAZIE PER QUESTI VIDEO SONO SEMPLICI MA COMPLETI E GRAZIE PER IL MESSAGGIO E LA TUA FORZA CHE TRASMETTI 🐾🐾🍀🌈
I put on my mascara this morning...for me! Full day of laundry and cleaning the house but it makes me feel good when I look good. I also keep hand lotion in different places. Blessed New Year💕
Another great video! I love the flock of glasses. I get teased for my 4 different kinds of Earl Grey tea (my favorite... but each version has a different flavor nuance that I appreciate). This is moving weekend! The house I designed channeling my inner Benita is being turned over to my daughter and son in law. I'm ready to be done for sure but so proud of the white, natural wood, minimal interior. I know they will be happy there for many years to come! Thank you for the inspiration over the last decade +
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The question of "Use, Need, or Love" is the best quick way that I have ever used to help me with de-cluttering. It totally takes the anxiety out of the decision for me. Thank you, Benita!
I have a similar list of items I can’t live without. After finding your channel I know I can’t live without you inspiring me to become a practical minimalist. It’s been burning inside me for years to let go of some things as I’m feeling overwhelmed & unhappy. You have made me see that it’s time. I love all your videos & as long as you continue to provide content, I’ll be watching. I’m sending you & all your viewers best wishes, happiness & good health for 2022. I’m your biggest fan from NYC. One more thing, seeing you smile brightened my gloomy day.
Aww, that’s so sweet, thank you!
I feel the same way. Her voice is so calming.
I hope you’ll continue your channel for a long time to come, Benita! ❤️
I listen to her all day. She inspires me to love life and love what I have, but minimal possessions that brings me joy.
Awww your little black baby ❤ he was so good at taking his medicine!
I love that you have multiple pairs of reading glasses in all the places you need them! I think minimalism isn't always about having less items, but about having the items that work best for our lifestyle, even if it means we have duplicates. Thank you for another wonderful video xx
I agree with all of your “must-haves”, and I’d add candles and cats to the list!
The cats are a given but I should have added candles!
I totally expected candles, Benita!!
Fascinating how people‘s needs vary.
I appreciate the cinematography in your videos. Adds to the calm. I also really appreciate the honesty throughout your videos- you are never afraid to speak your own mind which is very refreshing.
You look so fresh and calm in this video! Amazing! I love what you said about wardrobe changes due to life-style changes. I love the leggings-long t-shirt idea , as an every-day uniform. I also loved the weekend-wine idea :) So lovely and fun! Thank you.
Thank you so much!😊
6 cups “which is slightly alarming” 😅🥰
Happy New Year, Benita. I discovered your RUclips site about two months ago and have been in the process of catching up on them. Thank you for this recent post. I love your calm and your attitude toward keeping the things that give you pleasure and decluttering those things that don’t. With he new year finally here I am promising myself to follow your example. As it is winter in Canada and with snow expected any day now I love my hand knitted Afghan, my wool socks, my Ugg and Glerup slippers, our electric fireplace and LCD candlelight for dinner meals from now until the spring when the evenings are brighter. Thank you for your content.
Hey Benita, you look awesome, I am 3 years post cancer now and can tell you it just gets better, your videos really inspired me to Declutter and get my life in order while I was going through treatment, so happy to see you back in action 100%
This was so refreshingly different from every other minimalist video out there. Thank you for a great video!
Bentia you always brighten my day, thank you. Great list, hand cream, reading glasses, and coffee make my list too, plus your videos. ❤ I have to say you are looking lovely and your cat is just beautiful. Happy New Year! ✨
Hi Benita, I enjoy very much watching how simplifying the world around you brings peace and quiet to you. The cat in the last images is fantastic😺
Happy New Year to you Benita, all the best in the New Year. I had forgotten that you had two cats. You cat that you give medicine to is so calm about it. Love your 10 things you cannot live without. My glasses are prescription and costly in Canada, so only 1 pair, wish I could have a few placed in each room also. Love that blush you use and the lip gloss stick. Can’t wait to see many more vlogs in 2022. Best regards from Canada
Hi Benita, another lovely video. Use, need & love - what an approach to everyday items,. Very thought provoking! I have taken a lot from these
three words USE, NEED, & LOVE. Thank you😊👏
qreat video, and just love the way you calmly deal with everything. thankyou for inspiring so many people
Great video! And totally agree on the coffee! That's my go-to every morning 😊 Wishing you and your family a Happy New Year!
I wish you the same!
Hi Benita! The short hair is so flattering on you and I love the new color, too. Thanks for your great videos. Happy New Year!
You are very inspiring! Your content makes me happy 😊 I am a minimalist and organization fanatic. But I can always do more. Thank you!
Great video! I can’t live without my warm cozy scarves. I love them and feel more like myself when I have it wrapped around me like a warm hug. Lip gloss and hand cream are also a must for me too. Hope you have a Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Benita
Thank you for this lovely video
Loved today,s video Benita, thank you as always. Also wishing you a Happy 2022.
I wish you the same!
Helpful, yet calm and relaxing 😌. Have a Happy New Year!🎉
So glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for all your lovely videos this year. Happy New Year Benita
Happy new year to you too!
Your smile made me smile, Benita! I hope you're doing well in health and that you had a nice Christmas!
I am and I did!😊
Hi Benita! First of all, I must say that your videos are such a breath of fresh air! I've been following your channel for a while now, and I can say it's one of my favorites.
As for the 10 things I can't live without : my prescription glasses, my laptop and my phone (I'm a freelance writer / creator), my quality winter coat (i live in Quebec, where the temperature sometimes drops to -30 or even -40 during winter), face and body moisturizer, lip balm, a notebook and a pen (i'm counting these as one thing), black coffee, a book (anything I'm reading at the moment) and a totebag!
Your videos always calm me down. I love seeing your cats in this one, simple things in life just makes everything better! I’m going to start my list even though some items are same as yours, it’s a great exercise to really think about what you need on the day to day basis. Happy holidays and thank you!!
Happy holidays to you too!
You look great! I hope you're feeling great too. Wishing you happiness for the holidays and the new year.
I am, thank you!
Thank you Benitta for a year of calm inspiring videos. Looking forward to many more in the new year. Hope you had a lovely Christmas time. You are looking so well. Your hair style really suits you. Best wishes 💟x
Thank you so much!😊
Mini and Bonus are just adorable ☺️ thank you for another lovely video. Hope you’re well 🌸
They sure are 😊
Thank you Benita for all your videos this year. They are just the best. Love your list- makes me think....certainly I can't do without cnd creative nail design hand lotion, the citrus and green tea scent is just so happy! Wishing you a very happy new year 🎉 PS off for a glass of holiday wine, white of course 🥂
Cheers! And happy new year!
Happy new year Benita! I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the wonderful advice and beautiful content you always share😊 Its always, always a bright spot in the day when I see your videos! Coffee time with you is definitely a thing now!
All the best to you and yours during this holiday season and for 2022! 🥂🍾🤗
Happy new year to you too!
You look great Benita! Thanks for sharing this video. Love the content so much!
Thank you so much for watching!
Your home is beautiful and so relaxing. I often watch your videos when I need to calm down.
Seeing you smiling in the video made me so happy. What a great video to end the year with. Those are similar to what I cant live without..including the wine! Such a calming voice you have. Happy Holidays!
Aww, you’re so sweet!😊
Loved this!! Happy New Year Benita!
Happy new year! So glad you enjoyed!
You have a great smile! Thank you for sharing this uplifting video with us. ♥️
Exactly what I needed today, brand new video ☺️🎁🎄❄️ My Mum and I already rewatched all your videos this holiday season. Fair Play for actually dropping your phone!!!
Glad you enjoyed the stunt!😅It was nerve wracking but my phone is safe!🙌🏻
Oh Benita this was the best video I've seen all month. The shots, the music and the voiceover were all perfect. This calmed me like no other. So thank you so so much.
Aww, thank you so much!
Great list of must haves. I was sure candles would be on your list. Love your hair, apartment and calm demeanor. Hope you had a happy holiday!
Ah yes, true, they should be on the list!
I have many favorite things that I will use over and over and the first one is Natralia Heel Balm. It's for rough, dry feet. It smooths and softens, definitely has been a winner for me.
Another great video Benita, giving me ideas on how I can become more minimal in my home. I'm going to tell my brother and sister-in-law about the phone cases, they will definitely be interested, thanks
Hi Benita. You are my inspiration. I love your videos. I am going to work on overhauling my life in 2022 and I will be using your videos as a “how to”. I love the peaceful feeling of your home and lifestyle. Thank you so much for what you do. Looking forward to more. Have a wonderful New Year.
So happy if you found them useful!
Great video today and enjoy your channel. Thanks for sharing your 10 things I picked up a couple of ideas. Been following you for a couple of years and looking forward to more ideas that you will xhare in the upcoming New Year 2022. Blessings to you and your family as the new year approaches.
Thank you so much for watching!
I’m so happy to see your video. You are my favorite channel! 😍
Wow, thank you so much!
Love your videos. Always smart and relaxing.
Glad you like them!
Thank you for this video! I so agree with your 10 choices. Making life more comfortable.👍😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Benita, I love how organize you are, and have learned so much from your videos. Thank you so much for your channel! Best wishes for the new year 2022!
Thank you so much for watching all year long!
Hello Benita. I enjoyed your list of 10 essentials. It has made me think about what mine are. An interesting introspective topic 😊 I really enjoy your vlogs and look forward to more in 2022. Wishing you a healthy and happy new year 💚
I wish you the same!
Happy Holidays! Wishing you happiness and great health in the new year.
Happy holidays to you too!
Hi Benita, thanks for your videos! The videos are pleasant to view, and inspirational for continuing to downsize.
I so get the reading glasses in strategic locations at home, and I also keep a pair in my crossbody bag.
Also, your hair is growing back nicely! Hope you are staying well.
I am, thank you so much!😊
Beautiful video as always, your voice is soo calming I enjoy them so much.
I’m so happy you enjoy them!
Hope your Christmas has been wonderful ~ And your New Year brings you nothing but loveliness x
I wish the same for you!
Happy New Year hope you're feeling better stay safe lots of love from Australia ♥ ☺
Good video Benita😊 I can't live without my morning coffee in the morning 😁 your hairstyle looks great. Thank you for all your videos this year, looking forward to more to come in the next year. I wish you and your family a healthy and happy new year 🥳
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy new year!
Hello Benita, I have 2 young boys and we love DIYs but 2022 will be the year to just keep what we love and use it all the time. So far I got one closet done and it feels amazing! I am tackling toys and crafts next. Thanks for the non judgmental encouragement I love that you you love to craft as well! Happy new year 🎉
That sounds like the perfect plan!
Your smile is beautiful, Benita! Lovely post Christmas ideas.🥂🥳
Thank you so much!
Loved your video as always! I am not a minimalist yet but I am learning the benefits of minimalism and practicing it in certain aspects of life. Your videos have taught me so much. And you have a beautiful smile. ❤️
So glad you enjoyed it!
Cześć Benita!
Jak zawsze jesteś naturalna i sympatyczna:) Pokazujesz proste życie a jest w tym dużo wdzięku i czaru. Dziękuję Ci za to co robisz! Wszystkiego najlepszego w Nowym Roku:)
Aww, that's so sweet, thank you!
I couldn't live without my cat and the serenity she's giving me. To me, Bonus is a pianist and Mini is the mascot of autumn, so they couldn't be more fit for each other. Happy New Year, Benita!
That's adorable 🖤🤍🧡
I love the pace, the feel of your videos. And your hair looks fantastic!
Thank you so much!😊
Love your videos. I learn so much from watching you. You are medicine for the soul!
Aww, thank you so much!
Loved this video! I certainly can't do without my coffee - I am a bit of a coffee snob, so my expensive coffee maker is put to good use! Also, I can't do without my phone, morning walks, audiobooks/podcasts (generally true crime related), RUclips & Instagram, candles and my cute blue blocker glasses. I work at my desk all day with two large monitors. The blue blockers in my glasses really saves my eyes from getting fatigued. Thank you for your lovely videos! You inspire me to further cull and only keep the things around me that I truly love and need/use. I hope 2022 sees you happy and well!
How beautiful and strong you look, Benita!
I appreciate your sense of humor and the quality of your work .
Happy New Year!
P.S: My bike (heritaged, 50 yo) is essential for me today. It has been a tool for rediscover my body during these 2 years.
Love watching your video. You are beautiful and helpful as well. With organized life with me. Merry Christmas and happy new year as well.
So glad you enjoyed it!
Happy New Year!
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I love your cats. I lost my beloved Coco (a tuxedo SHD) a year ago to cancer. It's been very hard to get over. We adopted her from the local SPCA shelter here in Vancouver, Canada. I've been a volunteer there now for ten years. I work with both the cats and dogs.
I love your videos so much and every second Tuesday is a happy day!
I couldn't live without my E-Reader anymore because me too started to need reading glasses and my E-Reader gives me the possibility to read everywhere (especially when commuting from or to work)...
Mine broke about a year ago and now I’m obsessed with audio books! Saves my eyes and I can”read” anywhere!
Hello, Benita, I enjoy watching your videos! :) As for very dry hands, I used to have the same problem and I can recommend starting using cleansing oil from the pharmacy instead of regular soap. This was a recommendation of the dermatologist and helped me a lot. All the best and Happy New Year!
Thank you so much for the tip!
Thanks! Love your work chair. Happy New Year 🎊
I love using it!
Welcome back dear friend! Thank you ever so much for sharing this video! I’d have to say coffee is my #1 thing I couldn’t live without! Although it could be a tie with chocolate!😻 Both of those items make me happy! Happy New Year!
Ah, yes chocolate is a good one!
lovely video as always! thank you Benita
Thank you so much for watching!
Happy New year 🎉 Benita may God brings you in the new year all the joy the happiness the health that I'm wishing for you 🎉🎁🎁❤️
Such a good list. The coffee ☕️ thing - I feel you! My husband and I split 6/6 😆.
You look so healthy and well! Glowy skin! I so appreciate this video and am happy to see Mini and Bonus looking great!
Thank you so much!
I’m with you hand cream, lip salve, glasses, insoles😂and white wine but I’d also add crisps on crisp Friday. Love all your videos, very encouraging and inspiring. Happy new year.
So nice to get a few shots of you smiling and looking absolutely beautiful!
Thank you so much!
I'm with you and like ice in my white wine as well. Just finishing Dry January today and looking forward to the weekend!
happy new year! personally, i love muji leggings. i’m no longer pregnant, but i’ll probably replace my maternity ones with the same style when they wear out because it’s more comfortable than an elastic band and it keeps my stomach warm in the winter. from what i see on the fabric label here in japan, organic cotton is the main component.
Hi Banita wish you a happy new year ahead. I love watching your videos as I can see myself the only thing I don’t have any health issues but my pet has 😞. Hope your health is good. 💕 and best wishes for both of you.
Take care of each other!
Really loving your channel Benita!
Wonderful start to my day. You are so calming and sweet. God bless you...
Thank you so much!
Hi Benita, I'm new to your channel. I have a set of Les Mills weights for exercise, and my vitamix blender are two things I couldn't live without. Happy New Year!
I just discovered your channel, and I love it. I've been living what I term as "cozy minimalism" for awhile now, and I find that the more I let go of the more I want to let go. I have yet to find a pair of jeans that I find comfortable, so I live in grey or black leggings (capri for warmer weather and ankle length for colder). I finally had to retire my very old, worn tee shirts, so I purchased 5 black tops and one dressier tunic-style top in grey/ black. I think that is the best idea I've adopted from minimalistic channels. I have never cared about clothes, shoes, jewelry, etc. so this has made my life so easy. Minimalism has been great for me, but I still buy things when I feel that I need or want them. My rule is one in, one out, so I don't buy until I am ready to let go of an item that I no longer need/want. I'm going to go watch more of your videos!
Thank you for the information! 🙌🏻☀️
Hot water with lemon + seasonal fruit in the morning, my Ringana beauty routine, floss, hair tie, the kiss of my husband and the cuddle with my cat. Be sure all my loved ones are healthy.
Stay safe, dear Benita and big hug from Italy.
That’s a great list!
I smiled with you while you were putting blush. It just says how delightful are these videos 🙏❤
I just found your channel and it's lovely. Your cat is so beautiful. With the new year, I am starting to declutter and gravitating closer to Minimalism each day. My "can't live without" is a selection of coffee (various flavors) and a collection of mugs. I wish I could pick just one or two, but love drinking coffee from a coordinating mug. Books are also difficult to trim down since I have a stack yet to read and favorites, I read over again each year. I think in the US, we're raised that more is better, so for many, we are more wasteful and thoughtless when it comes to fast fashion, trends and what is around us. So thankful for channels like yours that teaches and guides to rethinking how we live.
I too am an avid book reader, and it's one of the hardest things for me to declutter. But in the last year or so I've managed to gift to charity 723 books (yes, I count them), and have a few thousand left. For novels I have moved over to e-readers, but retain most of my non-fiction books - art, poetry, history, etc. I mostly search out books second-hand rather than new. One of my daily pleasures is to close the laptop I work on all day, go low tech and pick up the printed page.
Hello Benita ~ hope you had a wonderful Christmas! Many of your "can't live without" are mine as well ~ especially hand cream, coffee, & lip moisturizer ❤ I don't wear makeup, but another on my "can't live without" is skincare ~ it made me smile when you were applying your blush 🙂 I love watching your channel, so refreshing - see you in your next video. Happy New Year! 🥂
I did, hope you did too!🌲
I would love to see a video on your minimalist eating and cooking routine! I love your videos.
Benita, I love love love your sense of humor. I was just thinking this morning....that I hoped we would have a new video soon. It's really nice getting to know a bit more about you. I hope that you have a very healthy and happy New Year. You look as though you are doing well.
Leah, I agree I love her videos as well and look forward to them! Happy new year 🎉
Aww, thank you, that’s so sweet!😊
Great list! Thank you for all the wonderful videos! You truly have inspired me. You also reminded me to smile at myself in the mirror more. 😊❤👍 Healthy and happy new year to you!🤗🥂
Happy new year to you too!
Hello, I hope you're not going through post BC struggles. You look fantastic btw. Thank you for this post as well, it shows and confirms that there is an essentialist element to the minimalist lifestyle, which I find comforting. Happy Holidays 😊
Not at all, thank you!
CHE SIA PER TE UN ANNO SERENO PIENO DI BELLE COSE GRAZIE PER QUESTI VIDEO SONO SEMPLICI MA COMPLETI E GRAZIE PER IL MESSAGGIO E LA TUA FORZA CHE TRASMETTI 🐾🐾🍀🌈
Merry Christmas ❤️❤️❤️🎄😍😍
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you too!
Great list! You are looking beautiful 🌸
Thank you so much!
I put on my mascara this morning...for me! Full day of laundry and cleaning the house but it makes me feel good when I look good. I also keep hand lotion in different places. Blessed New Year💕
Yes, totally do it for you!🙌🏻
Love this video Benita !
I'm so happy to hear that!
Another great video! I love the flock of glasses. I get teased for my 4 different kinds of Earl Grey tea (my favorite... but each version has a different flavor nuance that I appreciate). This is moving weekend! The house I designed channeling my inner Benita is being turned over to my daughter and son in law. I'm ready to be done for sure but so proud of the white, natural wood, minimal interior. I know they will be happy there for many years to come! Thank you for the inspiration over the last decade +
Good luck on your big move and settling in to your new home!
Good luck with the move! Have fun!