Frugal Living & Minimalism | Can you be both?

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  • @NateOBrien
    @NateOBrien 4 года назад +821

    I am a minimalist by heart. Clutter gives me stress. Frugal living can be an important step towards early retirement/financial independence. Just remember, it's okay to be cheap towards yourself, but never be cheap towards other people. Wonderful video!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +48

      Well put! appreciate your comment and support, Nate.

    • @widayanthiesagita793
      @widayanthiesagita793 4 года назад +26

      Nate is here...
      God bless both of you.
      Both of you teach me many things for my life.
      Thank you

    • @isaultra3405
      @isaultra3405 4 года назад +11

      Early retirement is not everywhere the reason, unfortunately there are enough countries where you will have to work until you die, even the richer ones like Germany......

    • @BudgetBill
      @BudgetBill 4 года назад +4

      I have become super cheap over the years but it seems my spouse wants to spend more. I need help (for her)

    • @dulcesirenitainspiraciones7489
      @dulcesirenitainspiraciones7489 4 года назад +2

      Minimalist is a minimum list haha.

  • @gundampoon
    @gundampoon 4 года назад +558

    i feel like the “quality” section is what really separates the two.

    • @2adamast
      @2adamast 4 года назад +5

      I think there is no clear cut line between both. I could buy in bulk to minimise shopping time and decisions. Go for the better specifications of a cheap Casio watch instead of letting repair my (quality?) omega

    • @potatopiko7083
      @potatopiko7083 4 года назад +7

      @Late to the Game It depends of your interests, what you value and your situation. I buy ikea stuff because I have children that destroy furniture and nice pieces are expensive, I also really enjoy the process of finding the balance between cheap and useful stuff.

    • @2adamast
      @2adamast 4 года назад

      @Late to the Game An Omega repair costs me 550, that's much more than it's price 50 years ago and it would still be an imprecise watch with mileage.

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 4 года назад +3

      @@potatopiko7083 nice furniture can be: sanded down, re-stained, & recovered with fabric. In the long run well made pieces will stand abuse that Ikea crap will cost you 3x more in the long run and you are teaching your children furniture is okay to abuse. I have small children and I am teaching them early to be good to their furniture. Its hard because they are not good at it yet but they need to be taught it still so when they understand the importance of taking care of your things.

    • @Helico23
      @Helico23 4 года назад +1

      I think that quality really depends. For me clothing is important. But I would invest in high quality leather boots and buy cheap t-shirt. Only a few of my tops are a little fancy and maybe one of my trousers. If you mix smartly quality with cheaper clothes you can have really nice looks. At least that’s my philosophy as a student :)
      You can never go wrong with leather shoes bought on sale and it last years.

  • @XandriaRavenheart
    @XandriaRavenheart 4 года назад +328

    I don't just want to be minimalist...What motivated me to be minimalist was more because of climate and ecological concerns. I also want to be frugal and save money, which is why I'm not really going to throw most of my clothes away and buy clothes that are more in accordance with the 'minimalist aesthetic'. I will use whatever clothes I have, for the longest I can and then try and repair it and use again, its better for my pocket and the planet. So I guess I'm more of an eco-friendly-frugal-zero waste-minimalist than just a minimalist. 😅

  • @lidi5805
    @lidi5805 4 года назад +425

    “Just in case are the three most dangerous words” yes they are. That is why my parents are hoarders ☹️

    • @isaultra3405
      @isaultra3405 4 года назад +52

      The same here :(
      I think many minimalists are children of hoarders, because they see and hate all the negative aspects. Many parents care much more for their stupid stuff instead of spending quality time with themselves and their children

    • @aflowers1039
      @aflowers1039 4 года назад +22

      My mother is too. Cleaning two homes is exhausting. I had to find another way to live. Minimalism is saving my mental health.

    • @Lenoir_of_ash
      @Lenoir_of_ash 4 года назад +14

      so relatable. Every time I visit my parents it hurts me to see new piles of "necessary" stuff

    • @jen9774
      @jen9774 4 года назад +3

      But maybe with something looming over us like coronavirus people might just be glad of having some extra goods and supplies to hand.

    • @_blacksunflowers_1384
      @_blacksunflowers_1384 4 года назад +5

      True and I’m scared that I’m going down that path. I get rid of and donate a lot but I always tell myself just in case so it’s difficult when currently living with my parent accumulating so much unnecessary stuff.

  • @erid143
    @erid143 4 года назад +617

    Isn't the whole point of minimalism is only buying what you need, and therefore having extra funds to do things that really matter?

    • @vanessalappin
      @vanessalappin 4 года назад +40

      Correct that is part of a minimalist lifestyle!

    • @ricardojmartins89
      @ricardojmartins89 4 года назад +4

      Thats one thing yeah

    • @denizcancgsar2810
      @denizcancgsar2810 4 года назад +91

      "Having extra funds" is the indirect effect, not the real starting point.. For me the priority is "having extra time", "being mentaly lighter"..

    • @marias8007
      @marias8007 4 года назад +2

      this is how i define the practice

    • @toughsoftieyogi
      @toughsoftieyogi 4 года назад +44

      Right. But there are minimalists who own only a few items but those items are of very high quality.

  • @undertalkoverdeliver6230
    @undertalkoverdeliver6230 4 года назад +39

    I'm not a minimalist but I love minamalist ideas it's good to somehow declutter unessarily items just like decluttering people out of our lives.

  • @toreriksson9991
    @toreriksson9991 4 года назад +119

    I am definitely a minimalist. I hate clutter and objects that does not serve a function (with very specific exceptions for certain art). I love to throw things away. However, I do appreciate aesthetics everywhere in my life leading to that if I see something that I really want I can spend a lot on it, but if it does not appeal to me I do not buy it as it will just lay around my house. In that sense I am selectively frugal. I thus spend money on things I will have an continued appreciation for and then don´t bother with the rest.

  • @irishcladdagh3
    @irishcladdagh3 4 года назад +31

    I laugh when people feel the need to label and categorize everything...I get it. Its a way of understanding a concept....according to all the labels out there I live
    frugal/minimalist/ all natiral (ascpossible) and sustainable
    And I live happy with savings while paying my monthly bills and enjoying my time...people I think need to make up their own minds for what works for them and see these videos as inspiration instead of carved in stone methods. First time here and this video is GREAT....thank you for sharing 💚

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Appreciate the nice comment. I’m glad that you enjoyed it!

  • @Wolfykins
    @Wolfykins 4 года назад +22

    This has given me a lot to think about! I have found that minimalism has made me really intentional with my purchases, and I'm less taken in by my inclination to have a scarcity mindset. I'm also much more comfortable with not getting things that I cannot afford and it is now easy to ignore advertisements insisting I need all these brand new things

  • @AZrakoon
    @AZrakoon 4 года назад +117

    I'm a poor minimalist.....I dont care what anyone thinks.

    • @dianadiwijanarko3702
      @dianadiwijanarko3702 4 года назад +13

      I like the spirit 😂💪

    • @SueLall1008
      @SueLall1008 4 года назад +19

      I stop caring what anyone thinks about me a very long time ago...It is the only way to live!

    • @jeremyj3017
      @jeremyj3017 4 года назад +1

      It defines unique

    • @iamatoaster2693
      @iamatoaster2693 3 года назад +1

      "Poor" is a state of mind.

    • @AZrakoon
      @AZrakoon 3 года назад +5

      @@iamatoaster2693 tell that to people who are in poverty.

  • @sluggo206
    @sluggo206 4 года назад +41

    That "Just In Case" issue is a hard problem, and must be handled on a case by case basis. I've thrown away things I'd held on to for too long, but I've also thrown away things I later wish I hadn't. Sometimes you have to get rid of something to clarify whether you need it. My biggest dilemma right now is an unused landline phone I don't want to get rid of "just in case", but I don't like how much space it takes. These dilemmas always come up, you're not a failure at minimalism if you have them occasionally. Last week my jacket zipper disappeared in the wash, and I was lucky I had a spare jacket until I can get it repaired. I regularly lose my knit hat, scarf, and gloves, and I temporarily lost the lid to my water bottle. I need those every day when I go to work, so I decided to be more systematic about keeping a spare for all of them because I'd rather have a spare than go even a half day without them.

    • @mackhiggins4731
      @mackhiggins4731 4 года назад +3

      You're being conscious about your "just in case". I think it would be beneficial for people to reflect more and understand their "just in case" scenarios like you do. My mom has literal extra furniture that doesn't fit in her house JUST IN CASE. 😑 Good point you've made though. 👍

    • @derweltenwanderer8760
      @derweltenwanderer8760 4 года назад

      That's great advice, I do it myself the same way. I got rid of my landline years ago because it costs extra (hello frugalism) and nobody had my number anyways. Usually what clutters is tools, because we do a lot of handy work at home (e.g. repairing furniture to not have to buy new) but we keep improving and if we need something one time, we rather lend it from the neighbors

  • @elan8213
    @elan8213 4 года назад +82

    After minimalism will come functionalism IMO, where people aren’t scared to spend money on something if the benefit of it is substantial. Rather than minimalism just being the idea of “trying to get away with as little as possible”.
    Just for anyone’s interest, in a book called “The Millionaire Next Door” a couple of Harvard researchers found that millionaires generally spend incredibly frugally and with a lot of consideration.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +2

      Interesting, thanks for the comment Elan. Shall check the book out soon.

    • @PresbianTier
      @PresbianTier 4 года назад +5

      I think i learned about millionaires spending money frugally about a year ago. They don't spend money on flashy clothing, bright accessories, etc.

    • @sluggo206
      @sluggo206 4 года назад +9

      It's not just seeing how little you can survive on. It's about deciding what's important to you, and not collecting things that aren't important to you. If there's something that would benefit you substantially, then it's important to you, so there's no conflict with minimalism if you buy it. Some people buy a few high quality expensive things. Because they have few things, they want those they have to be high quality, and they can afford it because they're not buying a lot of junk.

    • @sluggo206
      @sluggo206 4 года назад +10

      Some millionaires are frugal and live in a modest house, Others are flashy with gaudy jewelry and cars. If they are frugal, the important issue is do they do it by saving (denying themselves) or stepping on other people. Some millionaires get rich by shortchanging people, refusing to pay their bills, or never tipping. That's the bad kind.

  • @amir.estaris
    @amir.estaris 4 года назад +55

    For me, minimalism means to live simply, spend wisely, and above all, act with intention. I get that there is a crossover between frugality and minimalism, but my interpretation of finance in this respect is: to spend money on things that deliver on function and quality, after I've given it enough purposeful forethought. Frugality and minimalism can go hand in hand, but I personally don't mind spending a bit extra now (on quality), so that I won't have to spend as often in future!
    @Hueguh is another RUclipsr who I follow, and he's a great example of someone who lives as a minimalist, and spends alot on high quality items that are important to him.
    Thanks again for the great content! You're a legend mate.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +4

      That's beautifully put, and i totally agree with it.
      Thanks for the support Amir!

    • @DropsOfJupit3r
      @DropsOfJupit3r 4 года назад +1

      I completely agree. And I find that along with this mindset, comes an eco-centered worldview instead.

    • @amir.estaris
      @amir.estaris 4 года назад

      @@DropsOfJupit3r Ah I never thought of it like that! Really good point mate.

  • @xyhuang8883
    @xyhuang8883 4 года назад +13

    Totally agree. I feel sick of shopping, and have a lot of stuff that makes me stress. Than I started being minimalist, I feel free~

    • @marywilliams9858
      @marywilliams9858 4 года назад

      You could give your unwanted items to a shelter or a drop-in for ladies.

    • @xyhuang8883
      @xyhuang8883 4 года назад +2

      Mary Williams Yep. I’m doing it since I realized, second hand sale and donated to people who needs. If just throw it away that’s very irresponsible for our environment. Keep maximum value of all my stuff.
      Buy less make it best.

  • @FrugalOverFifty
    @FrugalOverFifty 4 года назад

    What a beautifully thought out explanation of each way of living and how you work with each one. (And - absolutely gorgeous cinematography!) Honestly, I've never seen anyone discuss these two topics in one place with such depth. Thank you!

  • @phatrickmoore
    @phatrickmoore 2 года назад

    This is an amazing compare & contrast format, examining situations in which the two philosophies differ. And separating out these close but not identical ideologies. Now I know where I am on the spectrum ... frugal life lets go!

  • @leekilby9470
    @leekilby9470 4 года назад +1

    To me, minimalism is about being content with just what I need and it gives me peace.

  • @RubaiyaRaka
    @RubaiyaRaka 4 года назад

    I really enjoy your videos! So informative and helpful. I find owning less gives me more energy as I don’t have to spend a chunk of my time cleaning so often anymore.

  • @lisar.2549
    @lisar.2549 4 года назад

    I love this video! Describes the struggle between these two ways of living so well!

  • @Forever_Rayne
    @Forever_Rayne 4 года назад +16

    Personally, I'm someone who likes living surrounded by stuff I love, but on days when I'm spending time in a hotel, where there is less clutter and more space, I find myself in a relaxed mood. I think it will be difficult for me to live a very minimalistic lifestyle, but by making mindful purchases and decluttering often, I can be more at peace with myself.

    • @mspak182
      @mspak182 4 года назад +1

      I think we all need to find balance. Just 10 years ago i was absolute minimalist. But not because i just like the idea, i also did not have attachments to any of my items. Now i own so many things i like and enjoy every day like expensive beddings, curtains, cushions, mugs. While the room still seems free of stuff, it also looks super cozy

  • @sounds10moments
    @sounds10moments 4 года назад

    Love the concept "just in case", I will definitely apply it! Thank you!

  • @andrewralte4844
    @andrewralte4844 4 года назад +11

    Minimalism as I understand is- getting exactly what you need, in an acceptable quality, thus free from clutter. That includes the overseas trips and holidays. Being poor could be a lot different.

    • @ah5721
      @ah5721 4 года назад

      being poor means saving for quality items, being free of clutter and no holidays or trips.

  • @aflowers1039
    @aflowers1039 4 года назад

    This video was fantastic. Very clear in your comparison. I'm taking away the "just in case " way of thinking from my decision and exploring how that will effect my way of life. Thank you.

  • @itsserhioball
    @itsserhioball 3 года назад +1

    Thanks to you I realized I confused these two things sometimes. And this video helps me to understand the difference so I'll find better balance in my life. So thank you a lot.

  • @suzanne5651
    @suzanne5651 3 года назад +1

    Great thoughtful video, thank you. Love the imaginative visuals 😊

  • @SimpleHappyZen
    @SimpleHappyZen 4 года назад +6

    What an amazing video, very beautifully made and I love the points you put forth. Like you mentioned, I get the same type of comments about minimalism and frugality, and it's interesting to think about these two concepts as lifestyles that can be balanced. Also love your camera and editing skills :)

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the nice comment. I'm happy that you enjoyed watching it and it's something you can resonate with!
      🙏

  • @dailytheology1689
    @dailytheology1689 4 года назад +7

    Thanks for making this video, I came from the investment services/financial industry and people are really stuck on the hamster wheel that advertising and materialism drive. This is why focusing on what matters most is so important and the reason I also love the idea of minimalism. Thanks for your hard work on this video.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +1

      I'm happy that this is something you can resonate with. Appreciate the support!

  • @cindiwhite5726
    @cindiwhite5726 4 года назад

    Well done video. Thank you for your thought, for the comparisons and contrasts between the two.

  • @thevioletgirl17
    @thevioletgirl17 4 года назад

    Absolutely beautiful and honest video. I got your point. Very well put together. Good work! 🧡🧡🧡

  • @TheCHADsession
    @TheCHADsession 4 года назад +1

    You have such a calming vibe, totally going to binge watch your channel now.

  • @BigCityBusiness
    @BigCityBusiness 4 года назад

    I appreciate you pointing out the differences between the two lifestyles. Good vid!

  • @minadeotraera
    @minadeotraera 4 года назад +10

    Your editing is amazing as always.
    Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +3

      I'm happy that you enjoyed it.
      Thanks for the support Anna!

  • @blubbblubb6239
    @blubbblubb6239 4 года назад

    Thanks for that good explanation! This means I've been a Frugalist most of the time, since I didn't spent much money (I didn't have much) in the past. Now I'm getting more and more into minimalism and spending (I have more money now) into higher quality, IF I purchase sth at all.

  • @lblush
    @lblush 4 года назад +1

    What a fantastic video. You broke these down beautifully. I think they are usually seen as one in the same but they really don't have to be.

  • @juliemccormack8389
    @juliemccormack8389 3 года назад +1

    I enjoyed your commentary on minimalism v frugality. Each person finds their own way, nothing being right or wrong just individual choices that suit a particular life stage....wabi sabi!

  • @wellgeo223
    @wellgeo223 4 года назад

    Great video, mate! I’m definitely more on the minimalist end, as I do like to buy things for their aesthetics as well as their function. Nice Seiko, by the way.

  • @MNeathway
    @MNeathway 4 года назад

    Your speaking style is so calming, and this is great information as well!

  • @thatslifecaro1479
    @thatslifecaro1479 4 года назад +2

    Excellent video! Thank you for talking about these two concepts! I think it is very important so that people who have less financial means can also enjoy the joy of decluttering. Because minimalism can sometimes look like only for rich people.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      I’m glad that to hear that from you! Thanks for the nice comment.

  • @AlainStewart
    @AlainStewart 4 года назад +6

    Interesting topic of discussion. I think it’s good to balance both ideas of minimalism and frugality. Depending on the situation or item, I sometimes take a minimalist approach to decluttering and only buying what I need, but at the same time, I may buy more of what I need to spend efficiently (scaling costs) and I think it’s okay to have a few just-in-case items. To me, minimalism and frugality are just ideas which you may choose to fully adopt, or just adopt parts of both. No rules here.

  • @MarioRafaelM
    @MarioRafaelM 4 года назад +15

    I tend to say I'm a material minimalist focussing on quality I bought some shoes 8 years ago that were expensive but they're still standing to this day so be sustainable buy quality.

    • @MrOssyMoro
      @MrOssyMoro 4 года назад +1

      Please what shoes are you talking about?

    • @MarioRafaelM
      @MarioRafaelM 4 года назад +1

      @@MrOssyMoro Some regular Hush puppies

  • @CKSPACE
    @CKSPACE  4 года назад +73

    Are you a Frugal minimalist or a Minimal Frugalist?
    Wait, are they the same?

    • @stewartyoung335
      @stewartyoung335 4 года назад +5

      Very interesting. I'm gonna print out those acronyms! 😄 i'd say i lean more towards minimalism - though i'm also quite frugal when it comes to money. We'll say 60/40 😄 #frugalminamilist 😆

    • @thinnthuzarhtet4823
      @thinnthuzarhtet4823 4 года назад +3

      CKSPACE I think I am more toward minimalist but when it come to money I am frugal most of the time 😅😅

    • @user-ii5jh2ch2i
      @user-ii5jh2ch2i 4 года назад +8

      I am a minimalist but on a good
      Swiss pension. There is no need
      for me to be frugal as such, but I
      do not waste money. I live very
      well in Switzerland.

    • @ricardojmartins89
      @ricardojmartins89 4 года назад +1

      Frugal minimalist i think

    • @user-ii5jh2ch2i
      @user-ii5jh2ch2i 4 года назад

      @@ricardojmartins89 I am a
      minimalist but not frugal. No
      need for me to be so at all.

  • @refinedsimplicity8420
    @refinedsimplicity8420 4 года назад +5

    Excellent video showing the differences between these two ideas. The just in case example was perfect. I'm trying to move towards a more streamlined lifestyle and environment but it definitely takes time and just in case is deadly !!. I just try to remember I didn't accumulate everything in a few weeks/months so I am unlikely to reduce everything is a few weeks/months.

  • @sarahbuckhouse6946
    @sarahbuckhouse6946 4 года назад +1

    Very thought provoking video. Love your analysis! Thanks for sharing!

  • @rosshuolihan
    @rosshuolihan 4 года назад +35

    Both concepts work you can be poor and be a minimalist because you don't have much or you can be rich and spend more on quality items but still not have many things

  • @ongmoo9
    @ongmoo9 4 года назад +1

    Hi I’m so happy about your channel growth 💜
    I have a lot of Just In Case stuff, and I am a frugal person leaning towards minimalism.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the support! 🙏

  • @stephenmcmahon2002
    @stephenmcmahon2002 4 года назад +1

    Great work. Thanks for sharing. I have always been a minimalist naturally.

  • @mathalwaysii
    @mathalwaysii 4 года назад +1

    You are right on point! My struggle is how do you transform from being frugal having so much just in case items and letting go of them, knowing that in the next 10 years or so we will still need to use them..for example...paper/folders that we bought when they were on sale prior to me and my husband having kids and now we have 2 kids..they go through the office supplies like crazy..and in recent years I had been having to go out buy school supplies like glues and markers etc..but there are things like loose lead paper that I used to buy for myself for school and they had been in boxes in the attic and now I'm thinking eventually the kids will need to use them when they go to school.....this is just an area of 'hoarding' with me...but clutters make me frustrated...and I've been wanting to live in tiny house which would help persue being minimalist in a way ...the balance of still holding onto stuff that kids eventually will need or want is still preventing me from letting go....in the mean time, as we clean our house during this quarantine .it's been a struggle ..but your video was the first video I found that explains both sides and you are right on point...thanks

  • @rebekabambulkova7767
    @rebekabambulkova7767 4 года назад +3

    I love your videos so much! Thank you for your good work and inspiration.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the support Rebeka! It means a lot to me.🙏

  • @Henselngretel
    @Henselngretel 4 года назад

    You are adopting minimalism to suit your frugal lifestyle. That is cool and i wish you success in achieving your FIRE goal. I'm glad that you are drawing the line clearly between minimalism and frugality in your video. Minimalism should not be confused with frugality. Cool video

  • @rosanayr
    @rosanayr 4 года назад +2

    Loved listening to your thoughts and watching the video. This video was high quality in terms of content and visuals--I hope you have great success with your channel! (Hello from the US!)

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the support and the nice words! Will continue to work on more meaningful videos!

  • @Zenus21
    @Zenus21 4 года назад +3

    Both concept saves the earth !

  • @CassieLovell
    @CassieLovell 4 года назад

    Wonderfully put! I would say that I am playing around with these two concepts lately!

  • @kaffeekohi4635
    @kaffeekohi4635 4 года назад +36

    I used to be frugal on basic necessities (food/clothing) especially during my student days but I had bouts of hoarding when it came to my hobbies (books/stationery/art supplies). When I got a job, my tendency to hoard got worse and I became overwhelmed with all my possessions. I went to through depression and found minimalism. Now, I'm practicing minimalism and returned to being frugal. Does that make sense?

  • @kenziekate2153
    @kenziekate2153 4 года назад +3

    New subscriber and great tips! I’m working to live minimally and this is super helpful!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the support Kenzie, I pleased to hear that from you. All the best to you and your minimalism journey!

  • @amyhoover9
    @amyhoover9 4 года назад +1

    My parents taught me how to budget my money and how to find good deals, but that’s not being entirely frugal in the way it’s explained in this video. In my mind at least, being frugal means working with you already have and spending less of what’s not necessary for your life. I personally feel that budgeting my money has been the best approach I’ve taken in my minimalism journey when I was first getting started in changing my shopping habits. I remember buying so many things that I didn’t need, and while I never went into financial debt, I can definitely testify to creating a lot of waste or buying things simply because they were on sale. Never again will I buy anything that’s of low quality or is not sustainable.

  • @LS-ew1zx
    @LS-ew1zx 4 года назад

    What a nice person you are! Thanks for your thoughtful vid.

  • @jen9774
    @jen9774 4 года назад +96

    "Minimalism is the new poor." How absolutely absurd, obviously said by someone who hasn't a clue about being poor. Minimalism is a choice. Poverty, being poor, is definitely not.

    • @catherinebronte3645
      @catherinebronte3645 4 года назад +1

      certainly it is not a choice for children in this country and world.

  • @ashleighdouglas4537
    @ashleighdouglas4537 4 года назад

    Loved the layout of this video! So dope

  • @johnnyl.4911
    @johnnyl.4911 4 года назад +3

    You’re by far my favorite channel right now!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      That's very kind Johnny, appreciate the support!

  • @justineshc
    @justineshc 4 года назад +2

    Wow! I watched a loooot of minimalism but yours got different approach. Thanks and more power.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      I'm happy that you enjoyed it! Thanks for the support Justine.

  • @LostInEcstasy
    @LostInEcstasy 3 года назад

    Amazing video I will definitely get back to this from time to time and it has definitely made me subscribed to you. Cannot wait to see other content you have for us.

  • @InfiniteMindset99
    @InfiniteMindset99 4 года назад +1

    I have moved into minimalism over the past year and have never been frugal. Through intention I live in the moment and plan for the future authentically. I have more space than stuff. Me and my dogs love it- we are cozy and happy!

  • @Enchanteralle
    @Enchanteralle 4 года назад +1

    I was also into designer stuff in my 20's and being someone who loves fashion, I do spend a portion of my money on clothes. I still love to shop, but as I got older, I realize that I can minimize my wardrobe and think twice before purchasing things that may already be in my wardrobe. Owning less actually helps me see what I need and don't need. Also I agree w/ student loans. That's been pushed back because of my spending habits in my 20's. I can say with lifestyle changes and new income, I'm able to invest more time in budgeting even though I earn more. I am confident I can tackle those student loans and move on to building more wealth as I make more space w/ less material items. Thanks for sharing!

  • @thewholehealthlab
    @thewholehealthlab 4 года назад

    that 20/20 rule is awesome. I’ve never heard of it before but so good to keep in mind! frugality vs minimalism is something I personally struggle with as someone pursuing grad school => lots of student loans lol

  • @boujiebarbie3198
    @boujiebarbie3198 4 года назад

    It is very orderly although not overly esthetically pleasing. I enjoyed this video and I will incorporate some of the points stated here.

  • @GeekyMino
    @GeekyMino 4 года назад +1

    Super high quality video man, subscribed :)

  • @leyrotis
    @leyrotis 4 года назад +2

    Brilliant! You´re doing such a great job!!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Appreciate the support!

  • @JailynSoTalkative
    @JailynSoTalkative 4 года назад +4

    I truly enjoy how informative your videos are, I always tend to feel weise at the end 🙂 _Thank you_

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      I'm glad that my videos can be informative and helpful to you. Thanks for the support Jailyn! 🙏

  • @ah5721
    @ah5721 4 года назад

    I love how you talk about this. When I lost all my possessions one summer as a teen I had less to take care of for 2 years all the clothes I owned could be put in a medium sized suitcase. It was freeing not to have so much "stuff" . When I got married I felt trapped by all the things we both had . I made sure that my unwanted items went to second hand stores were people frequent often and could get use out of them. When my children came along I started buying second hand again to be frugal but only the amount we need to get through a week. no more no less. The over consumption of goods means that there is more pollution and the environments we live and work in are getting more toxic by the day. I think more and more people are realizing "stuff" DOESN'T bring happiness, having things that are poorly made or hype items doesn't either. the older I get the more I have less time to take care to way to many items. I will never though have a spartan bare white and bare walled home though there will be art and books because they bring me joy and craft items. #myminimalism

  • @christinafgg
    @christinafgg 4 года назад

    This was beautifully done and a needed conversation thank you 🙏

  • @childoflight3388
    @childoflight3388 4 года назад

    I am adopting a minimalist lifestyle to simplify my life and to not get burnt out on decision making. If I only have 1 of each necessary thing I can make easier day to day decisions. Thank you for sharing this new perspective on frugalism and minimalism.

  • @shellsvillage
    @shellsvillage 4 года назад

    This is such a great video! Thank you

  • @jstamaria9379
    @jstamaria9379 4 года назад +2

    This is very interesting! I prefer to be Frugal Minimalist, I need to start doing this, this year for my goal.

  • @alexanderfield
    @alexanderfield 4 года назад +4

    Im a minimalist, had to upgrade my pc and happily spent 5k and didnt flinch. It’s about what matters you :)

  • @notimeforregrets5468
    @notimeforregrets5468 4 года назад

    Very good explanation of these two concepts. Thank you. New subscriber!

  • @utikkartika7813
    @utikkartika7813 4 года назад +2

    Hi thanks for enriching my knowledge, insight n commitment to have more meaningful life thru minimalism!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Appreciate the kind comment, thanks Utik!

  • @ralphlim5502
    @ralphlim5502 4 года назад

    Great video, CK! Greetings from the Philippines 🇵🇭

  • @Rich-ls5mm
    @Rich-ls5mm 4 года назад +47

    Has anyone else decluttered most of there things but then still looks at what they have to slim it down even more. I feel like i'm trying to get rid of even more, even though i don't have much left now but still feel like an addiction or urge to declutter....

    • @kaffeekohi4635
      @kaffeekohi4635 4 года назад +12

      I can relate. Shopping and Decluttering addiction are two sides of the same coin I guess. The answer is balance.

    • @sarahthatcher123
      @sarahthatcher123 4 года назад +5

      There are videos that explain how to deal with this...essentially ...the point of 'decluttering'/minimalism is to free up time, energy, space, money to do things you actually value in life...decluttering or minimizing is not the end goal. It's just the tool or means to achieve your 'life goals' with less resistance or distractions. You may need to shift into taking your 'decluttering ' time to figure out what you actually want to do now.

    • @cynthia6771
      @cynthia6771 4 года назад +3

      Yes. I am going through the same. I want to continue to purge even things I used to love because I can't find a purpose for them anymore. Kind of sad about that.

    • @Rich-ls5mm
      @Rich-ls5mm 4 года назад +1

      @@kaffeekohi4635 I was really bad with shopping. Me and my gf would go shopping for clothes or browse the shops when we were bored. I have tried to stop all that but sometimes feel an urge.

    • @sluggo206
      @sluggo206 4 года назад +4

      It's like stretching. You stretch a little bit, then your muscle relaxes and you can stretch a bit more, then it relaxes again and you can stretch more, etc. The left brain imagines a perfect goal, exactly the right posessions, but that's an illusion. The right brain knows it's about having a relationship with your posessions and continually reevaluating how important they are to you, because that changes over time. Eventually you get a point where you're reaffirming that most of your remaining posessions ARE important to you, and that's an achievement.
      I suppose it's possible to go overboard and have an unhealthy obsession with getting rid of things,.the opposite of hoarding. That sounds like the monk who starves himself and beats his head because he's not worthy enough. The Orthodox Church has a standard of fasting: no meat on certain days, total fast (except water) for certain short periods. The priest encourages everyone to do more to reach that standard. But an even more important rule is not to go beyond that standard without permission from your confessor. Because that can indicate an unhealthy obsession. And pregnant women are encouraged not to fast because the baby needs nutrition. In Judaism there are people known as "Taliban women", who obsess so much with dressing modestly that they wear many layers of clothes. Likewise, somebody might be obsessed with decluttering and end up throwing away things they need and eventually end up with nothing and become a homeless street person. That's probably a mental illness, and should be addressed by a psychiatrist. But it's probably very rare. It's hard for me to imagine that anyone would have this problem. So most likely your continuing urge to declutter is healthy, so why not continue it? The question to ask is, are you throwing out things you need? Is your life worse because you're throwing too much out?

  • @AllSheilacan
    @AllSheilacan 4 года назад

    I like how thought-through and well explained this video is.

  • @m.b.chandler5340
    @m.b.chandler5340 4 года назад

    This video was very creative and mindful. Thank you for producing quality.

  • @FabianLandwehr
    @FabianLandwehr 4 года назад +1

    About the just in case items: You do actually need them sometimes and that’s why I am against throwing them all away. My current solution is that I have two small boxes that contain such items. If the boxes are full and I still want to put something into them, I have to get rid of something else in them first. This limits my amount of clutter while still giving me access to items I need just sometimes.

  • @alexiparis3244
    @alexiparis3244 4 года назад

    Best explanation of both concepts, thanks for sharing

  • @TheKIlercow
    @TheKIlercow 4 года назад +1

    keep up the great work! i like to see your content grow and learn from it !

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks for the support Ellis! 🙏

  • @MasingaMakau
    @MasingaMakau 4 года назад +12

    I love it bro. Great narrating voice. It's very inspiring

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +1

      Appreciate the love and support man! I'm happy that you enjoyed the video.

  • @redzyrezali2587
    @redzyrezali2587 4 года назад

    Scoured RUclips. Your vids have the best content ever. Loving it.

  • @alisamsg446
    @alisamsg446 4 года назад

    Thank you, I learned so much from this video. It's very helpful :)

  • @richdaleravanera116
    @richdaleravanera116 4 года назад +2

    I just love your content! And also you too!😂💕 keep it up!

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words Richdale! Will continue to work on more videos.

  • @S.G..E555
    @S.G..E555 4 года назад

    For me living small helps me keep in check.. I only rent a small room with one additional cupboard in the shared kitchen.. i know if I ran a large house again I would fill it with * stuff* ...I keep my room very organised and use a futon so I don’t even own a large bed.. it’s so mentally freeing... great vlog...

  • @Reliablepen
    @Reliablepen 4 года назад +7

    When it comes to food, I just need to make sure I consume everything before buying more

  • @evahorvath4127
    @evahorvath4127 4 года назад +2

    There is nothing to add - and nothing left to take away 💛 Perfect 👌again 🙏🏼

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for the nice words Éva! 🙏

  • @brandonchia3457
    @brandonchia3457 4 года назад +3

    Well said! Looking forward to more of your content :)

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks Brandon, I'm happy that you enjoyed it!

  • @christophery6426
    @christophery6426 4 года назад +1

    Oh nice...to answer your question, trying to go minamalist ife in a family who love clutter purely because it is easier to clean and it looks more tidy!

  • @florencejoy5209
    @florencejoy5209 4 года назад

    Your content is high quality. You are very smart. Thank you for putting so much effort into this Video.
    Interesting topic.

  • @arethovisky
    @arethovisky 4 года назад

    Just popped in this video and found it very useful . I just moved from brazil to uk, and I tried minimalism there, but it wouldn't work because things are so expensive and "just in case" might cost you up to 400 to 1000 Brazilan money, which is a lot. But living in the UK things are very cheap, and it just make sense not having the "just in case" because if you need it you can easily buy it secondhand in good condition (which I couldn't in brazil). Thank you for the reflections, this video was really helpful

  • @JoaoPedro-jo4pi
    @JoaoPedro-jo4pi 4 года назад +1

    Dude... Great content, greetings from Brazil, keep up the good work.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад

      Thanks João, will continue to work on more!

  • @ulyanakotska9562
    @ulyanakotska9562 4 года назад

    Wonderfully said, I have now identified myself as Frugal Minimalist!

  • @Dexduzdiz
    @Dexduzdiz 4 года назад +1

    This is a very important question that must be explored.

  • @norellweiner3341
    @norellweiner3341 4 года назад

    Minimalism and frugality are not mutually exclusive but actually symbiotic...it is the best of both worlds.

  • @bellavita2484
    @bellavita2484 4 года назад +1

    Great editing - very creative and artistic! This video was so interesting and enjoyable to watch.

    • @CKSPACE
      @CKSPACE  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for the kind words Bella!

  • @Philonix
    @Philonix 3 года назад +1

    Purpose of minimalism for me, I am not my stuff, know what I own, i don't need much to be happy, brands tell you you need it but you don't