30-DAY MINIMALISM CHALLENGE | DECEMBER 2019

[@bossyprincess28]

Great job!! I've watched so many videos where they declutter 50 pens and 30 markers and 400 sheets of paper it's not worth the time. I'm so proud of you!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

😂 That is amazing of you to say so - thank you so much! I think I'm due for another declutter soon. I did a Simplify Your Life Series last year...but still find myself with too much 'stuff'.

[@trailhead8263]

Getting rid of “things” is freedom. It frees up room for relationships, de clutters emotions and your spirit. We sold our house, sold and gave away everything that didn’t fit in our one bedroom apartment. In the next four months before starting the PCT we will be selling and giving away everything else that doesn’t fit in two suitcases and a box of keepsakes. Freedom is possible.

[@jessemudge9749]

I'm down to EVERYTHING fitting on my recumbent trike :) Less is more.

[@yellowroseoftexas2890]

TrailHead >>> I have followed Mary. Will you be vlogging the PCT?

[@derekfox5510]

Wonderful video sweetheart, I’m glad I didn’t stand or sit still for too long just in case I got recycled 🤣🤣 😘

[@fredviola2657]

Derek Fox lol!!!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

🤣🤣 Thank you darling 🤣

[@allencrider]

I start back volunteering at my local thrift store (charity shop) on January 6 and I remember people bring in a lot of their extra things the first couple of weeks in January. So thanks for your donations! And I'll also admit I can't help but buy things and have collected a ridiculous amount of amateur paintings for my wall. Terrible stuff, really, but they were done with such heart.

[@cantocant2346]

That was such and enjoyable video!! Thank you for talking us through each day. Decluttering videos with loud music and sped up video gives me a headache. Your video was calming and insightful and I am so grateful for that.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it - thanks so much for taking the time to comment 😊

[@Trebushea]

It's so interesting to see what items other people have and what items people are decluttering :) I love these types of videos and you did a fabulous job! 💕

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it Trebushea!

[@Rickocaster382]

Bravo! Mary, your presence makes this world a better place :-) -- Steve

[@jessemudge9749]

You are correct sir!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Ste!

[@cid21304]

Just finished all of your minimalist videos. It has been two and a half years since I last went through my stuff and got rid of a bunch. Now I see that I can do a more thorough job. Your videos have been inspiring!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I’m so pleased they have helped inspire you!

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

It brought a smile to my face when saw you had posted another video. Thanks for sharing, again. Blessings

[@johneason6540]

You are so amazing. So strong to go thru this again. It is still time for me to do this. Thank you. You look wonderful, it looks like you have really rested up. And your hair when you iron it out and the color is great. I love following you. Thank you!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much John, I'm already wanting to do it again but I'm too busy🤣

[@ruskiny280]

Hello Mary. Happy new year and thank you for all the entertainment you gave us this year. No body does it better.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

So kind of you to say Ruskiny 2, thank you!

[@hu_b]

I like this approach. Minimizing "things" so you can focus on what's important in your life. It implies minimizing consumption so it's a good thing for the planet too. OTOH some of the organizing gurus seem to focus on decluttering in a stand alone fashion but don't address the impulse to over-buy that gives rise to much of that clutter.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@tarat26]

Wow much respect. I also have a bookshelf of lonely planet books from my travels.... From Alaska to Shanghai. I haven't been to Tibet or Thailand but I have a gorgeous 3 Yr old now so my long distance travels are over. I have been struggling to get rid of these books I used to use and love reading when travelling. I haven't used them for years and I imagine a lot has changed in these countries now. New sub... Going to find out more about your travels. Awesome job with minimalism

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much Tara - gosh it seems ages ago I did this video...must get round to doing more decluttering 😂

[@bobkuhn861]

Sure miss your videos! Good Luck in 2020!!🤗💖🐶🐶

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much Bob! There will be more hiking ones this year as I take on a few national trails here in the UK!

[@kuhnology8803]

I love this game. You make me want to shed move stuff that has just built up. Thanks for an other positive idea!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

You are welcome Kuhn Ology!

[@elkeschoolmann5043]

I enjoyed this video a lot. Thanks for sharing your thoughts behind your decisions for the decluttered items.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much Elke! I am glad you enjoyed it😊

[@TheMrsKKB]

Always love your minimalist video and got inspired last year by watching them. Well done 😁👍🏼😊

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much☺️

[@Cruzinsusan5101]

Well, Thank you young lady for motivating me to get into my closet and get rid of things. I retired 2 years ago and even tho i got rid of many things, I found many more that I hadn't. So, 22 things today. Yaaaay!~ thanks again. And yes, it's liberating. :)

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Yay thats fantastic!! Well done Susan.

[@lorenenoe4472]

So wonderful to hear your sweet voice again and of course all you can teach us about minimizing our surroundings! We have missed you and appreciate your return to the vlogs. Happy New Year and bright blessings to you and Derek! 🌲🌲

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so very much Lorene!

[@perrymccullough511]

Wow! This is a great idea, and one whose time has come in my life! Thanks for the ideas and the categories that you decluttered...I was listing in my head all of the things from each category that you mentioned and I am certain that if I did a declutter challenge this month, I would likely be able to do another relatively quickly. I literally have things from when I was in High School and am almost 60!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

How did the decluttering go Perry?

[@littlethislittlethat456]

I could probably do this challenge every month so I must take care of my "stuff" soon. Thanks. John from MI

[@thuthiehiker]

Great video. I’ll have try that in January. I already have done items in mind.

[@adventurebythemile]

I see now I have way way to much stuff. I've been missing your videos. I LOVE your hair straight.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much😁

[@topherjoe1]

Game on! Im going to one up it, do December and January! Sounds like fun (and very needed!) Happy New Year!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

How did you get on Marie? I'm tempted to do it again already🤣

[@topherjoe1]

@@MarysOutdoorAdventures Did really good in December, Not so good in January but really good in February. I keep a box next to my front door and when it is full, I dump it all in a reusable shopping bag take it off to Goodwill. I have to take it down 3 flights of stairs on a wooded hillside so it is a real production to get anything of size down them...it is looking pretty good in my kitchen and closets!

[@RufanaDenmark]

I wish I could take minimalism to the same level. I've always considered myself a minimalist but apparently I'm not :). I did a huge clear out a year ago and it was exhausting! I found clothes that I bought 25 years ago.

[@LuckyLarry]

Love the ponytail!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Suzanne!

[@vickiebartnicki4216]

Thank you Mary! You are still inspiring people and giving us a good challenge to declutter our lives. Blessings and Happy New Year x

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so very much Vickie!

[@birgittebruun8476]

Going crazy with my wardrobe, shoes etc (goes to donation) - thanks for the inspiration dear Mary and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much Birgitte, did it go well?

[@birgittebruun8476]

Oh yes - and I need to continue :-)

[@MsPink0769]

The hardest part for me is the process of sorting. Such as trash, donate and recycling.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I had two large boxes which I used for donate and recycle and I emptied this every couple of days to keep on top of it...and also so I didn't change my mind and start taking things out again🤣

[@antheablackmore5838]

Omg I so need a de clutter ! Happy New Year Mary and Derek ,can’t wait to watch more adventures and to get that book of yours eventually in my hands Have a fabulous fun filled 2020 x

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much Anthea...I'm finally working hard on it now!!

[@susanmansfield2105]

NO!!! Not the lego piano! Brilliant video Mary I'm starting the challenge in 5 minutes....first to go is going to be a large piece of crockery; tomorrow it's my Christmas party dress and fairy-light necklace (i looked ridiculous) after that i might have to re-evaluate all the de-cluttered stuff you passed on to me! x

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Well done!! I know how much you have managed to declutter - even though I was strict with you about all your buttons🤣

[@TrailAngelRock]

Another great video Mary! First, I love how your hair changes during the month.. ;-) Second, I lived on a small boat for almost 13 years so I had to be a minimalist of sorts just to keep the boat afloat. One trick I did was any time I got a new shirt or pants I would get rid of one. Same thing in the galley with pots and pans or other kitchen utensils. I live in a house now and clutter has taken over so its time to clear things out. Thanks for the videos!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much Chris. That’s funny about the hair 🤣 Wow living on a small boat for 13years and now a house... that must feel so strange!

[@catherinedimarco2528]

Thanks for posting. You are inspiring as always. Happy New Year to you, sweetie. Can't wait to see what you take on next

[@joycejames4879]

Great video Mary! 💕 Hope you’ve enjoyed a well earned festive break and look forward to seeing more videos from you in 2020, as well as your book. Happy New Year! x

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much Joyce! Yes I did have a great rest, did you?

[@bobkuhn861]

Happy New Year!!!💖😊🐶🐶

[@thepioneerhomestead]

The PCT is in our backyard! 🏔💗 I grew up at Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainer

[@PHBRNTGGR2]

How nice!! 😍😭

[@tarat26]

Where is Mount Rainer? Outside Seattle? Please forgive my ignorance. Haven't travelled since having my little boy (now 3).

[@fredviola2657]

Great Vid Mary!!

[@npigwnl]

Not to be “that” person 😂 but I just wanted to give you a tip, there’s alternatives to coconut oil that are better in my opinion - coconut oil is rather comedogenic (it tends to clog your pores) and because it’s a fat in lower temperatures it can clog your drains when you use a lot of it in the shower. Personally I use rosehip seed oil for everything because it’s a “dry oil” (does not make you shiny), it smells nice and it’s rich in vitamin E.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I've not used that one before and following your recommendation I have looked into it. It does look a great alternative! It sounds quite a similar oil to another one I use, raspberry seed. I use this in the daytime as its a natural sunscreen too!

[@monicarandeen8698]

I'm inspired to start this tomorrow! Happy New Year!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

How did it go Monica?

[@monicarandeen8698]

@@MarysOutdoorAdventures I got so inspired I just went for a mass cleanout. I'm going room by room and closet by closet on the weekends and taking bags to the Goodwill almost every week. Liberating!

[@tommckinney1489]

When you think about it, you carried everything you need on your back for 6 months. That's about as minimalist as you can get. But be careful, don't get rid of Derek :)

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Very true Tom 😁 I'll be careful not to declutter Derek🤣

[@bcoolson]

Happy New Year Mary!

[@tandyjenkins7495]

Hi Mary happy new year. I saw you in someone else’s pct video, it was fun to see you. Love the straight hair.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Tandy!

[@sangnguyen-sv2lj]

Been missing your good mornings very much. Any chance for another long distance hike? Happy New Year to you and Derek.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

We are doing some this year, but only long distance by UK standards! One is around 270 miles and the other around 110!

[@jennyjewell5635]

I am about to start this challenge again having completed it last year. I find it difficult to get rid of things given to me by loved ones. Having grown up in post war Britain I am of the Waste not Want not and Make do and Mend generation. I try to put as few things in landfill as possible. Finally, when my Mum died last year I had to clear 200 years worth of family memorabilia from her house some of which would be of social history importance so have been kept for cataloguing. I have a huge mountain to climb. 🙄

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I hope it is going well Jenny!

[@JimBobele]

Nooo, not the fridge magnets, not the travel books. I gather these 2 categories as well but I don't think I could ever get rid of these items. For me they are a part of myself and it would break my heart. But in general this is a nice game 😁 Happy new year

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I know JimBoble, I had collected them for years too. It just felt like now the time was right to get rid of them as I just have no use for them anymore.

[@grdngodess]

Thank you for doing this, I'm starting today Jan 1

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

How did you get on Mary?

[@cimosontrail8232]

I am starting my challenge tomorrow! First thing going is my 2019 calendar 😎

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Brilliant! How did you get on with it?

[@mikefleming6335]

We love you... Miss You and GOOD MORNING

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Mike!

[@hikerJohn]

My problem is that for every item I get rid of I buy two more items for camping LOL I already have three cheep pair of sunglasses but just ordered one good pair of polarized like the ones you wore on the PCT. I'm debating getting a new sleeping bag or quilt but I'm trying to resist . . . .

[@Flame44]

Hope you had a jolly one & are all rested after that Loooong walk on PCT...Haahaa!! Cheers to 2020!!

[@DC-ef8op]

Are you going to do another 30 day minimalism game? So motivating. ;)

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I definitely need to have another declutter for sure, but I’m not sure if I’ll film it this time 🤔

[@BushcraftNFun]

I would love to see how you maintained your hair during your hike and now. What was your daily routine. you have gorgeous curls!

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much! On trail I just washed my hair in towns and left coconut oil in it afterwards. Out on trail I just used my fingers as a comb each night and that was it! At home I use coconut oil too, but have a wooden comb. When I wear it straight and then I just use a heat protector serum on it after washing and before straightening and thats it!

[@seantran4178]

Hi Mary, Have you ever heard, KEH or MPB service About MPB, I think, they have a location in UK. I suggest, you may check online first before you decide. These comany who sell and buy used camera or an used lens. I think, you may sell your Panasonic Lumix FZ28 to them. You'll get a little extra money.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the tip Sean, but I sold it back in 2019 when I filmed the video 😁

[@LouieMarsh]

Hey Mary, what do you do with all the things you "declutter?" Toss them? Donate them? Sell them? A bit of all three?

[@catherinedimarco2528]

I was wondering that as well :D

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I donate nearly everything! I have sold a few items that were of high value and anything that isn't suitable for donation or selling I recycle where possible and bin the rest!

[@LouieMarsh]

@@MarysOutdoorAdventures That's what I figured. I'm doing the same, gave tons of my books away to the Library for their sale and to the jail for the inmates to have some good reading.

[@marilynwisbey9446]

Hello Mary got recommended your channel at a Flat Earth meet up in Birmingham. 👍💥💃💃🏼You rock! Hiked from Mexico to Canada?.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! Yes I did😁

[@billeden8416]

Well done Trail Mary. I like the chunking down factor, but the Guinness magnet?

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I know🤣 I would collect a fridge magnet from every country I went to and that seemed appropriate for Ireland!

[@jennm8893]

Well done, Mary! I feel the same way post trail and have cleared out so much stuff. I may have a go at the challenge to see if I can clear out even more. Thanks for the inspiration! I hope you and Derek have a Happy New Year! ❤😘

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much Jennifer! Did you have a go? I bet you got rid of loads didn't you as I could tell you were in decluttering mode when I was there☺️ Miss you guys😘❤️

[@scottsteel2334]

Very interesting! Great to see many of your decisions were based upon a more "natural" change. Two questions: how do you dispose of all of the items? I am going to have the the Mrs. S view this as she is one who holds onto too many items. What recommendations do you have for someone to embrace an one hundred eighty degree change of mindset concerning possessions? I shouldn't have had Mrs. S watch your video because she likes and wants many of your discarded items. If you see a brunette lady going through your garbage containers you will know who it is. 😯

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

That is so funny🤣🤣 I will watch out for her!! I donate everything that is suitable, sell the occasional high value item and recycle the rest. I would suggest starting small and with something easy to get into the swing of things such as a sock drawer or magazine rack. Then just small steps. I'd highly recommend looking into a few documentary's about why people live with less, the minimalists have a few good videos/podcasts etc.

[@scottsteel2334]

@@MarysOutdoorAdventures Thanks for the sock drawer tip. I think that will be worth more than a thousand words or a few videos especially if the sock drawer is placed in a random place such as the dining room table or living room couch. The reality of seeing an out of place sock drawer may trigger the spark to address it in a different mindset than just returning the drawer to its proper place.

[@seantran4178]

Derek should be very happy when you clean up or may I say "empty things in house". He got love you much...😋

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I really do love green! 😆

[@ericvaneck4296]

Feel free to send them my way:)

[@willardwooten9582]

OH NO not again , your going to make a failure out of me again . I tried this the last time and failed miserably , not wanting to part with my music and movies . But I do need to declutter , I guess I could start with 20 fishing poles and 20 reels and 5 tackle boxes , at 68 and only fished once this year at Packwood .

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

How is the decluttering going?

[@willardwooten9582]

@@MarysOutdoorAdventures Too be real honest , I don't think I can declutter without your help . I even have a couple of boxes of old ripped up jeans , WHY?

[@camilomoreno6895]

I don’t think you could ever use the book about Venezuela even if you wanted to !

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I was there years ago and used to keep the books for when I wrote up my travel journals, but then just never got rid of them afterwards. Everything I could need now can easily be found on the internet!

[@I_Am_Michael]

life is just so much better with fewer items. something, how about not putting anything on credit. save up and pay only cash. by then, you may decide you do not want it.

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I totally agree😁

[@jessemudge9749]

Just after Christmas is a great time to declutter. 6K + subs :) and 3K views whats wrong with this picture :(

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Jesse☺️

[@simplynej]

OK, this is going to sound super creepy....but after you mentioned getting rid of your facial cleansing products on day 3, the only thing I seem to notice is your glowing skin. Seriously. Coconut oil is all you're doing???? Inquiring minds want to know. :-)

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

Not at all creepy 🤣 Yes that is all I use when at home. When I go outside I do always apply a face cream with an SPF in it though.

[@johneason6540]

My goodness, you just lived out of a fifty pack for six months. I'm surprised you have anything to declutter

[@MarysOutdoorAdventures]

I know 🤣🤣

[@debsmith7050]

....made me sad.....

[@autumngreenleaf3390]

Over 2 minute intro. Way too long.