13 HABITS FOR A MINIMAL LIFE | minimalism & intentional living

Today, I’m sharing 13 habits that can help you lead a more minimal and intentional life. These habits have not only helped me live more simply but also more purposefully. Sometimes it’s the small ways that we embrace minimalism that have the greatest impact!
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[@AshlynneEaton]

What minimalism habits do you want you start implementing in your life? 🌿

[@leannesagun6153]

Ashlynne Eaton go paperless as much as I can. And avoiding fast fashion and purchasing products that are eco-friendly instead. Understanding how things work and connect to the environment around us.

[@briela5441]

Single-tasking is so hard for me🤹🏻‍♀️...so that's what I will try to improve.🏋🏻‍♀️🤸🏻‍♀️

[@rhiannonsolorzano5020]

So so many! However as a first step, I need and want to slow down, be mindful, and enjoy simple things!

[@jreule6668]

I like your suggestion from a prior video, the 1-in-1-out rule.

[@ericsonjavier747]

Minimize sugar intake...

[@jackielopez1522]

1. Single task 2. Practice Mindfulness 3. Simplify Space 4. Enjoy 5. Learn to say NO 6. Learn to limit social media 7. Share Economy 8. Let priority take most out of your time 9. Be in the present 10. Inbox & Email control 11. Buying habits 12. Slow down 13. How my life might be better with less?

[@emikemi1460]

sharing > owning is such a good step omg i have never thought about this before!

[@AshlynneEaton]

💙💙💙

[@fredswartley9778]

These are all great habits and practices to simplify life. I like the tip about not glorifying busyness. Our society is always so busy and rushed. But there is no virtue in being busy. Living at a slower pace will help us be more fruitful and live more intentionally.

[@ikramalmabrouki2595]

Your videos are sooo soothing I have to watch one while getting ready to sleep

[@megancurry5079]

I would like to see an entire video on the shared economy with more in depth information ❤

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks Megan! I'll keep that in mind!

[@gabriellepitts3707]

I'm so glad that I took your advice to write down my daily habits and contrast it to my list of priorities! I noticed that majority of what I habitually do is not aligned with what I consider important to me. For example, when I get home I tidy the house, check on the garden with my dogs and cook dinner with my husband. I felt like this was me prioritizing my husband, dogs and hobby. But, when I thought about the things I do with my family that really make me happy I was not doing most of them! We eat in front of the TV so our conversations are cut off after dinner is cooked and then we're hooked to Netflix the rest of the night so the dogs sleep in their beds. WAKE-UP CALL. I cherish when my husband randomly asks us to sit at the table to eat. This keeps our conversation flowing and really digging into deeper topics than only catching up on our day. Additionally, our dogs enjoy garden time because they're outside running around. But, they really enjoy walks that we rarely take because they get to smell new smells and probably sleep more deeply because they're actually getting exercise. From here out I really want to add these things into my DAILY habits. If there is time for Netflix around these things, great. Otherwise, there will always be the Saturday morning to get an episode or two in.

[@AshlynneEaton]

THIS IS AMAZING!! Love it girl 🥰💙

[@amycolucci6769]

Love your channel! I was basically a clothes hoarder from living in large places. Moving to the city in a smaller space was the best thing that ever happened to me

[@rhiannonsolorzano5020]

You have such a great calmness & clarity to you for your age!!! Or you have the world’s best beauty routines & products! 🤣🤣🤣 All to say, you are so wise! Love your videos.

[@sandraozio2872]

Hi dear! Is it possible to activate subtitles in English for this video? I plan to share this excellent content with my English students here in Brazil as a homework. Tks a million!

[@MandyNerujo]

Oi Sandra, não seria interessante passar o vídeo sem legendas mesmo? É super fácil de entender e garantir vocabulário. Bom, essa é a minha impressão como estudante ;)

[@sandraozio2872]

@@MandyNerujo Alguns alunos ainda não estão nesse nível e precisam da legenda, até para efeitos de spelling...thanks!

[@kristenknaak8342]

@@MandyNerujo (?

[@christinecortese9973]

I’m an artist and writer (and reader of actual books) so I don’t precisely subscribe to minimalism but I love spaciousness and simplicity. I love emptiness and airiness. My suggestion for anyone who creates is to incorporate adequate storage for your supplies and creations so that you have no unpleasant visual clutter. Storage is so often the downfall for creatives, especially those who need to see what they have.

[@cynthiaheart2021]

Good points yesterday I was cleaning the house and I felt good there was just clothes on the floor and the closet I just moved things around

[@AshlynneEaton]

That's great!

[@annatello4955]

Just have to say thank you so much for not saying "welcome back to my channel" seems silly but every time I click a video that's the first thing I hear and I'm going crazy over it lol

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha glad you appreciate that! 💙

[@heatherroberson8981]

With number 1- I’m sitting here watching this video and crocheting at the same time. I don’t feel like I’m accomplishing anything if I don’t multitask.

[@denisebrown3834]

I’m knitting!

[@sandrafromscotland]

Agree that our space reflects the state of our mind & a simple, minimal space creates more peace in our mind. Sharing over owning, very interesting. TFS.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Completely agree! Having a clean and simple space does so much for my productivity! 🥰

[@priscillajimenez27]

Shared economy is a good one especially in our self centered culture. I've been trying to reduce the mail was deal with a work, and I notice certain subscriptions more than one person in the office has (and I know they barely look at them); so jokingly said to one of the managers that maybe he stay subscribed to one of them and the other manager to the other, and they can share each magazine before recycling it. He looked at me like i grew another head. It's like they can't fathom sharing certain things.

[@jreule6668]

One thing I learned from the book, The Happiness Project, is to "touch it once". This usually refers to mail and is similar to your 90 second rule. Don't pick up your mail, clothes, etc and drop them on the counter (or chair), take care of the issue right away. :-)

[@AshlynneEaton]

Ooo love that!!

[@mahloeree]

These are really really great tips. Been SUPER loving your videos lately keep it up girl. Your whole aesthetic and vibe is really giving off inspirational and motivating energy :)

[@huda8762]

Thank you! Great tips😍

[@EstyNistor]

These are amazing tips on simplifying & adding to the quality of our life 💕

[@solascripturamjc9681]

I found these great ideas and reminders, thank you!

[@MandyNerujo]

I appreciate your tips! For sure I'll try to do this habits everyday and make things simply! Thanks for the video!

[@rosalindatracy3512]

I agree. It's hard to say no!

[@paolarodriguez7241]

I love your channel! I can’t believe how much you have grown lately❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh you’re so sweet!! Thank you 🤍

[@1Minute_Magic]

All points are amazing and true ☺☺

[@Ilovehammy84]

This is a wonderful video, Ashlynne. Mindfulness is a wonderful place 🤗

[@AshlynneEaton]

💙💙💙

[@kookaburanu-nu]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful and I plan on using this starting today💜

[@corazoncharis3341]

The only multitasking I am able to do is watching TV while walking on a treadmill. I can't do multitasking more complicated than that, lol. To me, multitasking is superpower!! XD

[@dennissortiz7155]

Oh my gosh I am so in love right now she is left-handed yay I don’t feel alone anymore thank God I’m so happy yayyyy

[@MsLoriKessler]

Ashlynne, 2019: if you’re in a coffee shop... Me, 2020: If I’m what a what? 😱

[@andreazapata4535]

You are such an inspiration! Lots of love from Spain :D

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thank you!! Sending love from the States 🥰

[@makichandes]

single-tasking hmmm. As I knit and listen to this at the same time!

[@deidraroriex7797]

Great tips! I'd love to see how you handle and organize your inbox.

[@Elizzybethy]

Yes!!! 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@MadiMayo]

saying no! I am just now learning how to do this and its a game changer. You won't offend people the way you think you will, honestly saying no is totally ok and acceptable. there's no reason to spread yourself thin and people will find other ways to work around you not being available.

[@trayeemukherjee1596]

You inspire me a lot. Thank you.

[@lavenderandluxury]

Do you have a link to you kettle?

[@annjose8039]

Well thought out and put together points

[@patriceparker9068]

Great tips!

[@jenniesgenuinegems]

Well-done video! Insightful tips, thank you.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Glad they helped!

[@rtm12252]

When you’re a mom = Multitasker 👍💟😉😜😃🤪❤️🤗

[@Siures]

rtm12252 well, even then... I am a mother too but try to really have time where I only observe or play with my son. House cleaning, laundry and cooking when the little one is at daycare or sleeps. Of course, this cuts my personal time, but it is more relaxing than trying to do everything at once while my son is complaining just to have more time for Netflix in the evening. I am also working part-time if you wonder, but can do some of my tasks in home office.

[@rimibaidya4568]

Great !!!!!

[@naturegirl321]

Subtitles please!

[@Melisa-ss7uo]

Could u pls add subtitle😊

[@lisamariesanchez5868]

Thanks. I could use help handling personal email.

[@Hind-vj5ro]

The cup is umpty 🤣🤣

[@bow1976]

The Great British Bake Off is never just a distraction 😉

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha it is a great show!

[@corazoncharis3341]

These are good ones! :) I have never multitasked in my life. I only know how to single task. XD

[@carmenirizarry7632]

❤️

[@orientalbeauty168]

Thanks, dear! I love your content. I completely agree with everything you shared. Kudos and be blessed! ^_^

[@michaelamullin5915]

Please add closed captioning :(

[@Back_To_Basics]

I love the content of this video, but may I suggest you speak slowly and be more calm. Otherwise, it’s exhausting to watch.

[@alexmathewmendoza]

11 resonated with me. I had an epiphany recently regarding my spending habits. I've always wanted to have less stuff but I realized that a big part of having less stuff is to stop buying so much stuff lol. It sounds so simple and it is, but I had to realize it for myself 😂

[@AshlynneEaton]

Love it!! And I totally can relate to that struggle!

[@karisatotah8407]

Thanks for all of these! Another habit is to stop taking so much stuff with you when you leave the house. Whether it’s just taking the basics on vacation, only taking what you know you will use to a family member or friend’s house, or sticking to only the bare essentials (wallet, water bottle...) when you run errands. I’ve always loved taking stuff with me ever since I was old enough to walk. But I’ve also always felt weighed down by it, even ashamed of being the over packer or the “bag lady.” It’s still something I struggle with but it’s reducing my physical and mental stress tremendously when I commit to being okay with less stuff when I’m out.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh yes!! Love that one so much!

[@MarielaMerino]

Learning to say no was the best thing I could do for myself. My mental health was much better and I was less stressed from not committing to events I didn’t want to go to anymore. Great tips!

[@AshlynneEaton]

YESS!! That one is huge Mariela! It's one I still need to improve at more but it makes such a difference!

[@MarielaMerino]

@@AshlynneEaton it does :)

[@michellegiblin6812]

Hi it was my birthday last week very few people wish me happy birthday. I have to learn to say no and to giving so much thanks great video best wishes

[@MarielaMerino]

@@michellegiblin6812 aw happy belated birthday :)

[@gabriellepitts3707]

I'm still learning to say no in a way that says, "I love you and I want to see you soon but just not tomorrow." Do you have any template statements that summarize this when saying no to events? A video on saying no would be super great!

[@BamSandle]

i just love watching your videos. They calm me. I am trying to be a minalmalist using baby steps.

[@danicahonrado]

Thinking about starting to declutter makes me feel anxious, why is that??

[@jmoufarrege]

I’m 45 years old and you seem so much younger than me. Still I learn so much from you! So young and so wise!

[@SunnivaMyrseth]

Your videos have inspired me so much lately! I was on a roll trying to minimize my lifestyle, and started watching your videos whilst doing so, and I found so many more ways to minimize our home🥰 Thank you for your good tips and inspiration👏🏻

[@Larry21924]

Exceptional craftsmanship! This is amazing content. I discovered similar material, and it was breathtaking. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove

[@felinedream5541]

Number 1- Single Task Me- Eating while watching this video 0.0

[@positivethoughts823]

I want to be minimalist person but it takes time. Really this is not a joke. First i need a mental decluttering from people and from material things. Im emotionally attached from things so i need a mental clutter like decluttering the negativity and be open minded to persue my positive minimalism lifestyle. When i was i kid i thought that owning all the materials things makes me happy but this lie for everybody. Because when the maturity stage comes or being adult i understand slowly what life it was. I respect opinion of others but 90 percent is pretending to be happy but deep inside they are suffering. Because honestly I am one of them. I hate the feeling of not being contented and comparing myself to others. And to look to be famous but pleasing everybody to get attention but honestly they are destroying your mental peace of mind. hahahah. Its was a big challenge to let go that kind of attitude to persue a new mindset. I think this video made me realized that IM DOING THE RIGHT THINGS IN LIFE. We can define minimalism by our own. For me minimalism is living less of worry about everything. Especially the materials things. I choose to enjoy simple pleasures with a peaceful lifestyle than a famous person who are always thinking about pleasing those people around them. Thank you i learned from you.

[@amyli092]

Binge-watching TV shows or even KZbin videos is something that I’ve found to be not inherently bad, especially in the sense of self-care. I feel like it depends more on your lifestyle because while I can understand how doing too much of it can be unhealthy, doing too little of it can also be unhealthy. I personally believe that balance is key with a lot of these tips you’ve mentioned; going from one extreme to the next is what’s not healthy or good for us.

[@igorchichkin509]

Love it everything is simple with un😇😍😇🤩

[@adelineeilers9900]

I was just checking to see if you maybe uploaded another video an hour ago 😂😀 thanks for the great advice!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha that's awesome Adeline! I love it! 💙

[@user-qd1ud3ib9i]

Would you do a video about modest outfits?

[@naturegirl321]

Yes! I’m starting to get into modest outfits with natural fibers.

[@eiraf9665]

Please do this!

[@solascripturamjc9681]

Yes, please!!

[@priscillajimenez27]

Yes!

[@Anyankah]

I used to be bad about zoning out to TV, KZbin, phone games, pc games, and thinking “where did the day go?! I didn’t get anything done.” Now I get a lot done in 24 hours and always feel “caught up” with my daily goals.

[@dark_architect1644]

How much does it cost to be a minimalist per month? Im 23 years old, and the cost of any and every living space is too much money. No friends or family so living with those is not an option

[@vitamins00]

it depends on your needs. think about any monthly subscriptions you have and whether or not you need to keep them all. make a list of the foods you eat most often. go through your wardrobe and decide whether you need to keep buying new items or not. before buying things, decide whether or not you actually came for it or is it an impulse buy that you can live without. some minimalists spend a lot of money on things that others don't, it just depends on each persons needs. but overall, we tend to spend less than the avg person in general

[@dark_architect1644]

@@vitamins00 i have no subs, i havnt bought new cloths in the past year and a half, i grow my hair out so i dont buy hair cuts all the time, i spend $40-$50 on food a week, i try not to go anywhere so i dont waste gas, I feel like im very different than the average person allready, all i need is a small shelter to sleep, shower, eat. But the cheapest place to live is $600 a month way too much money in my opinion. Any other things to cut back on?

[@vitamins00]

@@dark_architect1644 when cutting back really far into things, its important to ask "if I get rid of this, will my life improve in any way? will I be negatively impacted by its absence?" you can probably let go of some things with that thought process. any more than that and you will be in extreme minimalism territory. for a look into that lifestyle I suggest the channel Heal Your Living. honestly 600/month is quite a lot to be the cheapest place to live. have you considered looking on places like craigslist for a housemate? or maybe looking for some online work to get extra income?

[@dark_architect1644]

@@vitamins00 600 a month is in a sketchy area of town which i dont feel safe in lol. Ive tried finding a roomate online and only found 46 year old men, i dont feel safe doing that, why are 46 year old men wanting or needing a roomate?

[@vitamins00]

@@dark_architect1644 ah, I see. honestly I think you may have to bear this unfavorable situation for the time being and just focus hard on being able to get out of it as soon as you can. I'm rooting for you! keep your mind clear and stay strong dude

[@amandaknight1406]

I want you to know that I love your videos and the sound of your voice. Whenever I'm having a "self-care" evening, I rewatch your videos while I do my skin care and paint my nails.

[@taw3256]

Great video. I’m working towards implementing an intentional life. Great tips!

[@dchrysostom]

Great video,,,

[@traciesutton9992]

Thank you Ashlynn for a terrific and insightful video x

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks Tracie! Glad you enjoyed it! 💙

[@ashavenugopalashavenugopal5830]

Thankyou so much Ashlynne ! For these insightful tips about minimalism and intentional living and letting us all know that the deep meaning of ‘lot less is lot more’

[@niknak5058]

I love your videos they are so calming ❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks!! 🥰

[@laurenp4661]

Super random but I have $1.70 in Canadian pennies. Any idea of how I can get rid of them?

[@AshlynneEaton]

Bring them to a bank? Or maybe see if they can be recycled? Canada doesn’t have pennies anymore so those might be your only two options... I believe banks will still take them though?

[@laurenp4661]

Ashlynne Eaton okay thanks! For whatever reason I didn’t think banks would still take them lol

[@naturegirl321]

Give them as gifts. Plenty of people collect coins and kids would probably like some too. They’re going to be collector items.

[@ll-nm4fw]

@@naturegirl321 naturegirl: amazing that you didn't even realize "collector items" are nothing but hoarded junk and that is exactly what gets people trapped into materialism and "stuff" and brings on unnncessary stress.

[@naturegirl321]

To each their own. Many people collect items and are still minimalists. Just because you have a coin collection doesn’t mean you can’t be a minimalist. Stop trying to shove everyone into your shoebox about how can and can’t be a minimalist.

[@laniep205]

you are wonderful.