10 Ways Minimalism Will Help You Be Less Busy

[@aileenoneill5619]

1. Less shopping 2. Less clutter 3. More efficient wardrobe 4. Less cleaning & organising 5. The ripple effect of intentionality 6. Clearer values 7. A new appreciation for quiet moments 8. Less financial stress 9. Less decision fatigue 10. Life lived in alignment

[@sse1378]

Thank you for the summary.

[@judyopp7485]

I just want to share....our nephew lost his house to a fire 2 years ago in October. It was in the depths of covid and material costs were so high! Finding a contractor and a crew was hard! He had a heart attack with open heart surgery....then he had a tumor in his back and back surgery. It's been a tough 2 years. He had to move in before his house was 100% finished about 7 weeks ago. He was really down! We tried to help with his yard, fence, etc. He got his spark back. Flooring and cabinets are going to be finished by the EOM. He gave us the best compliment the other day.....I want this house to be simple...not so much stuff! I'm learning so much from you and Uncle S. Thanks Joshua....I think we are seeing a ripple effect! I've got him watching your videos!

[@fauziamukhwana5211]

Thank you sir ...I live in Kenya where owning less and being skinny screams poor but in reality it's peaceful life

[@Wasan839]

I really appreciate your life and simplicity you don’t know what modern life brought to us

[@h3arty]

Man, just when I think I've decluttered enough, I keep finding new things to get rid of. Just got another bag full of stuff! This is so much fun and brings more and more relief ... Minimalism is EXACTLY what I've been needing to find all these years. I'm so insanely happy now.

[@sdgirlCook]

Same here😂

[@ronaldsneek]

Thanks for giving me hope.

[@h3arty]

@@ronaldsneek You got this!! I have JUST got to the point where I feel very satisfied and content with everything I have declutered. I have minimised enough and now I'm a total peace! I know exactly what I own and I've surprised myself with the things I've been able to get rid of - no regrets!

[@arlenekeith6235]

I wish I had know about minimalism in my 20s. I'm 68 now and have downsized tremendously ! It does free up time and energy. Love your wisdom !

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

At 60 I wish I had had this mindset much earlier as well. There was no talk of living a simple and minimalist lifestyle. I’m trying now but it’s a lot more difficult at this age because of health issues and the amount we’ve acquired over a lifetime.

[@wendysmith8615]

Totally agree!😊

[@catherinemacapagal1640]

Yes Debbie. It’s a lot more challenging now that I am 65 already and i have health issues. However, i have been inspired by Joshua even prior to the 2020 pandemic. And so, I have decluttered a lot already. And am so glad that my youngest daughter has been into decluttering lately. Thank you Joshua for your videos.

[@HappilyOrganizedChaos]

I’m in my early 40’s, started the minimalist journey a few years back, honestly wish I had started earlier but alas at least I’m here now ❤

[@susanc0306]

I am just now beginning my minimalist journey...at 66. I fully understand how the "stuff" has added to my stress and financial anxiety. I have possessions in storage that I haven't looked at in years! How foolish! I currently don't live alone, but as I prepare to have another home of my own, I am slowly going through my things. I want the next chapter of my life to be simple and full of peace. Thank you, Joshua.

[@Nanatracie]

Was just saying to my daughter yesterday how when we are younger we want want want stuff, then as we get older we want less less less to make our lives easy and homes simple to manage, been on this journey for last 3 years. I'm 51 now but wish I had found this way of living sooner but better late than never 😊

[@giennefarcais6834]

I have friends who seem to be doing laundry ALL the time. Since I have adopted the minimal lifestyle, laundry takes me a total of six minutes - which includes loading the washer, throwing a soap pod in, putting the clothes into the dryer and taking them out and folding the few items that require it. Trying to get it down to five minutes, but six works for now!

[@catherineterry9110]

thank you. im older now and alone after 61 years of marriage and need less stuff actually love cleaning out gives a free feeling. Love being quiet and less busy and realizing i can do what i want. It can be daunting to know what to clean out however.

[@kerryverhaeghe3023]

❤

[@judyopp7485]

It is 100* here today....so we are spending today inside in the ac sorting clothes to bring our wardrobe down even more. Loving our retired minimalist lifestyle! Love this video today!

[@tgayer1]

Love it! I enjoy sitting on my front porch to do crafts or sort through family photos.

[@giennefarcais6834]

Yep - 100 here too, and has been close to it for weeks. The house *should* be immaculate! It's not, but it's on its way. Sometimes it's just too hot to think.

[@susan5661]

It took me a couple of years to break away from mindless shopping. It only really took hold after 3 years of decluttering and simplifying. That dopamine rush from shopping is real. But, finally, the grace of simplicity broke the cycle for me. I am grateful

[@goodenoughgirl8102]

My toxic parents. You just described them. The martyrs of busyness. After I cracked under the strain of all of it I rebelled against it. I was raked over the coals for sure for it by them. After so long being insulted for being “unproductive” or “not contributing” I no longer cared what they thought anymore. Best thing that ever happened to me was falling off of that hustle, go getter, over achieving, perfectionistic horse and I don’t ever want to go back. It was attached to a fam business. I soon discovered that 24/7 on call entrepreneur life just wasn’t for me at all. I began to relish the idea of not being the “wizard” of anything (such as high stress or boss positions etc) and I relished the idea of having a job that I could forget about the moment I clocked out. And not pick it back up until it was time to go to work again. And then said work would not be everyone bringing their most difficult problems to me to have to solve for them. I loathed it bcuz you really could not escape it, even if you were at home trying to just relax for awhile. Everyone was just after you all the time with all their “pressing” problems and needs. Granted you have to do this as a parent and I’d gladly hunker down for that Bcuz it’s very important. But do I really need to add 24/7 high stress job to that? I think not.

[@thebarky1988]

I love the comment intentionality sparks intentionality. It is too easy to buy items when they are so assessable. I grew up in a small home and we had the basics and did good. I live in a house 3 times the size I grew up in and never feel caught up. I don’t know how and when the change happened.

[@madz48261]

Also good to be reminded of what actually matters.

[@kathycooper9577]

Thank you for being here for us. My world is a better place.

[@Sandy-zo2ur]

I have two children and I am trying to teach them to have quiet times over the summer holiday, by deliberately not filling in their holiday with activities after activities. I try to model this myself too to them, by taking leave from work but not going away from home for a ‘holiday’ since I can have a holiday at home. I’ve opted for playing table tennis at local parks, gardening with the kids, making pasta from scratch with them, hosting a sleepover for my kids’ friends etc. It’s refreshingly relaxing and is creating lovely memories because during school term times we don’t get round to do these things. Thank you Joshua.

[@shirleygermain5707]

When friends and family say they have so much to get done at home, I always tell them I am glad I don't have all that stuff with a smile.

[@deericcio3379]

I am unemployed right now , I am 60 , no kids at home, no pets, minimal small house . I got tons of time , I don’t watch tv , I listen to and play music ( I play piano) I read a lot , cook and bake from scratch ( bread too) , I walk an hour every day . I take very good care of my home and helping my husband . I can not afford to shop , I do not have a car . I see my grand babies and offer to babysit them .

[@dwohio8283]

I couldn't agree more. I just wish I'd realized this earlier in life 😊

[@tanyajohnston8262]

I just got back from a trip in which I drove 7 hours to get home. I listened to your audio book, Less is More all the way home. Enjoyed your book and the ideas/ stories as it kept me entertained all the way home. I have also listened to your newest book, Things that Matter and also so enjoyed it. Thanks

[@katherinekelly4782]

It's so important to have these kinds of voices holding back the consumerism culture. Especially from all the ads on KZbin and the socials

[@lynnoorman2144]

I so agree with you. I now live in a smaller hoise, with less stuff and yet, 8 years down the line - i am still decluttering. But my simplified life allowed me to take a long walk home via a beautiful route and keep to my values by buying milk from an eco shop in my own bottle rather than buying it from a supermarket in a plastic one. Better for the environment and btter for my mental and physical health - all thanks to minimalism.

[@MunaSoto]

Wonderful video! The other day I was listening to The Minimalists saying something like this: being busy is being out of control and your video really helps to put things in perspective. Hugs from South America!

[@rossedwardmiller]

I work 6 days a week (5 at a full time and Saturdays helping my friend with his landscaping company) and even though I work more hours than most people that I know, I don’t feel overwhelmed. Prior to taking the second job I had cut back on my possessions and spending and I don’t feel ever feel like I’m not keeping up. I love my Sundays off and am never behind on chores. The money doesn’t hurt either 😅

[@dianeungeran8933]

I love having more time to focus on things that are important to me. I don’t miss the stuff. Also I no longer feel the need to remodel the house to have the latest version. Things are clean n neat and I have time to relax. YY for minimalism!

[@Danigurl117]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I love your content! Your simple steps help my ADD brain. The whole concept of “ messy minimalism” (about not having clear walls or etc) did NOT help me.. I needed to be told to get rid of my clutter and figure out why I had it all to begun with. That’s the only way that has worked for me to obtaining the less is more lifestyle. Thanks to you !! 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@camilleramdin275]

Words of wisdom. I will surely adopt this in my life

[@gloriayouchisonbrown7734]

Joshua, you always have the right advice ❤

[@Rob-lj3kf]

Very good. I grew up on a small farm in Tennessee. What you teach reminds me of my childhood, which was an extremely happy one.

[@shaistakhan6389]

Definitely one of the best advices for becoming minimalist

[@carolyn8683]

A intentional mindset is the key as seeing debt go do down my focusing on needs not wants. The starting of one room being calm and easy to clean rippled into others and now one room left. Thank you for your videos and knowledge. ❤🇬🇧❤

[@carlamendoncapeixoto]

Boa tarde Joshua! Perfeita reflexão, O MINIMALISMO veio para agregar nossas vidas com mais consciência, sabedoria, paz de espírito e responsabilidade no ato de consumir desenfreadamente. Obrigada porque VC faz parte de tudo isso, com seus livros, vídeos e sábias reflexões. Um grande abraço Joshua aqui do Brasil!

[@TheChillDil]

Embrace minimalism to reduce busyness: 1. Shop less, prioritize needs. 2. Remove distractions. 3. Streamline wardrobe. 4. Less cleaning. 5. Clearer values. 6. Quiet moments. 7. Less financial stress. 8. Reduce decision fatigue. 9. Focus on what matters. 10. Find purpose in alignment.

[@Ace-sg9eg]

Thank you Joshua for your advice! Your ideas are inspiring and eye opening. Came across your videos while recovering from a back surgery and though couldn’t do a lot of cleaning right away, it has helped a lot in having a new look at possessions and sharing. Thank you and may God bless you!

[@NLY1WAY4U]

That is how I got started after a major surgery and laying in bed. Looked at my stuff and saw it differently, like this is not what life is about.

[@mandyadams918]

I look forward to your weekly videos. Everything you say is so true. I am trying to minimise but it is a slow process - I am living intentionally by thinking more about what I buy, why I keep things and asking myself do these things add value to my life . I work in a school, in the UK, and start my summer hols next week so I am going to use the time to declutter thoroughly.

[@sdgirlCook]

So thankful!!! We became minimalists many years ago amd necer regret. ❤

[@lizziemcdougall2767]

I love the idea of the ripple effect. I have noticed that in my life as I have minimized my possessions. In particular, the minimal closet and the minimal pantry have made getting ready for the day and for a week's worth of meals much easier. Thanks for another great video!

[@livn4JC]

My favorite KZbin channel 😊

[@JoshuaBecker]

Oh, you are very kind. Thank you!

[@qormi1000]

Joshua you are always an inspiration to us. Thank you for being there while we go on our decluttering/simplifying journey.

[@gypsybelle4757]

Great quote by Socrates!

[@anig8729]

Thank you for being here joshua 🙂

[@JoshuaBecker]

You are welcome.

[@amandasymon4363]

Your video does make a difference to me. It takes time to change the habits of a lifetime - Your words help me gain momentum. Thank you 🙏

[@famleelife7533]

🍀🍀🍀🍀clean and tidy…I love for video style - it lends to a very minimalist approach, I’m sure this is all part of the plan too 😊

[@thomashughes4859]

Boo on stuff!

[@kelleyspears1218]

I’ve always said you’re as busy as you let yourself be. Cut out those things that aren’t important and you’ll be less stressed for sure. I have a friend who is busy from morning to night. Honestly, it exhausts me just watching her. But how can someone devote any substance to all these things? They can’t.

[@jeanettesuzannebrooks1963]

Always love your laidback music at the end.

[@goingtheextramile0]

I always look forward to your positive messages

[@LorreneRomanic]

I love your videos! They're always short and to the point but full of valuable information!

[@JoshuaBecker]

Glad you like them!

[@tikoy1955]

Great video.

[@heidilopez-felix8105]

Wonderful!❤

[@DavidDavisDH]

The ripple effect is true, I stopped buying junk so now I have time to read and started investing last year. I limited time on my phone too, that's a big thing these days.

[@taniahunnisett6030]

You know you're too busy when you change the playback speed to 1.5 so that you can get through youtube videos quicker because you've got too much to do. 🙁

[@JoshuaBecker]

Ha.

[@extrememinimalistparent]

I practice extreme minimalism and as of a month ago, I deleted all my social media and got down to am almost extreme minimalist digital life. I raise a toddler completely by myself. I still feel overwhelmed. A parent that sucks, a co-parent that's worse. Busy in the head, if not elsewhere. Not owning a lot helps a lot, but it doesn't solve everything. Annoyingly.

[@rosanne7804]

Less = More of what’s important ❤

[@Bellaflower57]

These videos give me peace 😊

[@audreycasassa1683]

Good advice as usual!!!

[@heatherleonard185]

So so good!

[@debbiestrang7774]

So helpful! 😊

[@minimalistsmanaged]

Excellent content, as always Joshua :)

[@thebusybees2006]

Thank you for the video

[@junelovvorn3221]

Great video Joshua !!!

[@bonniehafeman9757]

Cool 😎 guy Thanks. So well articulated.

[@JS-cj7jf]

Good information ❤️

[@kraykray4118]

Thank you for the helpful advice

[@randydorrow1689]

Good job J.B..😊

[@renee6524]

Joshua, do you take topic requests? I was wondering what your thoughts were about pros and cons for upgrading things in home, not for the sake of being high maintenance or trendy but more about safety and functionality or even just a little more visual appeal. I would love to hear thoughts about making decisions on what and how to prioritize instances. What do you consider most important and how can we make sound decisions when considering various improvements? How can we convince ourselves what perhaps an upgrade is really not needed? I would love your input.

[@natalieeubank4533]

I upgrade if it makes sense overtime and saves me money like buying reuseable plates and more silverware vs having to rebuy paper plates and silverware for company to use it just makes sense, but I do not keep it with our daily use things

[@janelleetsitty36]

Just subscribed. Apparently I have a need to watch this content lol

[@sweetyvlogs4394]

I wish I knew abt minimalism in my 20s

[@JoshuaBecker]

Me too.

[@Gillesgip]

Thanks for sharing! How about deal with the short of remorse (for lack of a better word) of having more (with less..) than most. Folks ask me what I'm doing with "all" my free time... Me.. I'm doing life

[@Anniieee92]

Wow!

[@Wasan839]

'Abdullah bin Mas'ud (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) slept on a straw mat and got up with the marks left by it on his body. Ibn Mas'ud (May Allah be pleased with him) said, "O Messenger of Allah! Would that you make us spread out a soft bedding for you." He (ﷺ) replied, "What have I to do with the world? I am like a rider who had sat under a tree for its shade, then went away and left it." [At- Tirmidhi, who classified it as Hadith Hasan Sahih]. My greetings from Saudi Arabia 😊

[@jcsrst]

The powers that be want us stressed and busy and most of all buying stuff! Break free you'll be SO much better off!

[@lisagrl66]

I'm trying my best to minimize my home for comfort and less stress. Problem is i have 2 others in my home who are the opposite. One is messy and the other keeps everything and both leave everything everywhere. Any tips on how to deal with it?

[@zaraallysha]

Tell them to get out if no change within 1mth

[@sxwrtr918]

Have them keep all their 'clutter' in their own space, out of your sight, not in the shared spaces. (Assume they have own rooms?)

[@Beingnessing]

I like your new haircut

[@icosmeticinaturalidibetty6101]

Hi, can I ask you what you do in your free time at home and outside home?

[@facetofacelikemoses2236]

100 clean and in order

[@taara5821]

How can we increase our productivity sir can you list out the work, tasks and ways to increase our productivity.

[@JoshuaBecker]

Well, that would depend quite a bit on what you are trying to be productive about.

[@ad3781]

What is your minimalist diet?

[@judyopp7485]

We have been trying to simplify this part of our life too! Love to learn more....

[@laurablake8330]

Leo Babauta has a good blog post about this….

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

The worst person to be around is someone who complains about everything and appreciates nothing

[@stevebubar6129]

It’s freeing to look at things and all you think…. It will do nothing but collect dust

[@minimalist_romantic]

I’m all for minimalist wardrobe but don’t agree that less clothes equals to less laundry. After all there I will only wear 7 outfits and 7pjs in a week

[@JoshuaBecker]

It’s true. You’ll still wear clothes every day. But a simplified wardrobe is easier to launder than a complicated one.

[@robinhobodde]

did anyone catch the subtle NSYNC reference here? [buy buy buy]

[@scaj76]

❤

[@aeptacon]

I am stressed beyond belief.

[@priyankarenusharma]

What a time waste video

[@amykomiya9350]

Beyond grateful to you, Mr Becker & for ur vids. Truly inspiring especially at this time when i see nauseating numerous unboxing vid. I know it’s a slow process to be a minimalist but at least try coz our mother earth , & the world is full of trash causing climate change affecting our health & so on. Indeed , if we live in alignment to God’s purpose we will be mindful of what truly matters.🌍🫶🏼

[@monicacreates]

Yes, I feel sich with all the stuff I see at other people's homes or, like you said, how some show all the things they buy. I just keep wanting to get rid of m8re and more even though I've already got rid of most of my stuff already.