30+ MINIMALIST HABITS That are LIFE Changing!

Today I am sharing some rewarding minimalist habits and simple living habits that are life-changing for me. This is a compilation video of from some of the habits I have shared on here throughout the last few years. I hope you have a great day!!!
20 Clutter Free Rules: • How to STAY CLUTTER-FR...
Kitchen Organizing Habits: • My Kitchen Organizatio...
Motivation for a Decluttering Habit: • How I Stay Minimalist ...
Read Minimalist Habits Here: shannontorrens.com/minimalist...
See my blog here: shannontorrens.com/blog/
Join Newsletter: shannon-torrens.ck.page/84a1e...
#minimalisthabits

[@tayagreen7517]

Yes I think the clothes ones is often confusing for other people as I always buy quite expensive clothes. The last time I bought clothes was about 10 years ago and everything matches. Most people think I am rich but I probably spend way less than other people as I do not have to buy multiple items to match, or in the rat race of fast fashion.

[@TheFickleFauxsteader]

I absolutely love that around 1:33 you put a blanket on the couch and baby immediately tosses the blanket to the floor. So real life.

[@rebeccaremmel6384]

I giggled about that as well😂❤.

[@melaniehancock2210]

Same 😂

[@danicegewiss862]

I'm working on a minimalist lifestyle. I donate stuff every week. We have a lot less in this house than we did 6 months ago. People don't insult me for decluttering. They just nod and smile or say I do that, too. My house takes very little time to clean anymore. Anything we have has a home. If it doesn't, out it goes.

[@MonethSato]

Same❣️

[@rebeccam1027]

That was a ton of content without commercials! Very useful. Thanks!😁

[@shannontorrens1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lindablair3837]

I love your philosophy on cleaning.

[@gwenj5419]

This idea of having a playroom or kids' toys taking over the living room is fairly new. When I was growing up in the 60s-70s this was not the case. Kids' stuff was in their own rooms unless we were actively using something. I never went to a friend's house to see the living spaces full of toys.

[@shannontorrens1]

Yes I completely agree! When I grew up 80's NO ONE had toys in the living room and the only people who had play rooms were really rich kids LOL.

[@JN-go2yq]

InNZ our toys were everywhere. The bug blocks never fit in our shared kid’s bedroom. Plus our parents could keep an eye on us. 70’s baby here. 🏠⛱

[@juliab628]

@@shannontorrens1 I also found this to be true and I grew up in the seventies. I have noticed younger couples who have playrooms constantly talk about how it's a mess and they're stressed and they have to clean it all up or they say things like I hope no one sees the playroom. I would not want that looming about the house if it were me. Looking back at photos from our house, toys were not even in our bedroom either. They were outside or downstairs in the basement because that was where we played a lot. Our dad had his office down there too but he only used it in the evenings and by then we were already asleep upstairs. So I guess you could say the basement was our playroom?? My mom would not have one of the main living areas of the house messed up. I remember how she would always ask me to clean my stuff off of the dining room table because I was very crafty LOL

[@dawnkeckley7502]

Our bedrooms are big enough for a bunk bed, dresser, and bookcase with no floor room and one single small closet, and two of our boys shared one room and the oldest had his own. We split our long living room in half. The one half was their playroom. Our decision wasn’t a child-centric decision. It was a decision made because there was no room in their bedroom for them to play with anything. I loved seeing all the creative things they did in their playtime. There were labeled bins for everything, and yes, they cleaned up at the end of the day. There are no basements in coastal Virginia.

[@wildflowers8966]

The only toys allowed in the main living area was the legos on a designated lego table tucked into an otherwise unused corner.

[@MelindaLee]

Re-evaluating is the best thing. I used to try for the "one load a day" and it killed me if I missed a day or two. I felt defeated and made me not want to catch up a few days later and then "one load a day" became "two loads a day" and it was just too much for my free hours as well as my mindset. I decided the best for me is "once a week". Sure, I will be doing it for hours, but at the end of the day, I have 6 "laundry free" days and all the things are clean, fresh and put away in it's proper places. It makes my life less stressed and simple.

[@melaniehancock2210]

I’m currently making maybe my 5th pass or so through my house since 2020 and I am FINALLY starting to notice a huge change. Clearing my kitchen counters as much as possible helped me so much mentally with dishes, my kids rooms are finally more under control (legos are the enemy!) and my living room is now always clean (besides the few kid toys that wander over which we clean up) it’s amazing and so motivating for me to keep going. I still have a little more to go but I’m better with gradual change :)

[@debraschwicht9741]

Your home is lovely! It doesn’t feel empty or bare, but rather seems to reflect your personality and look very comfortable.

[@shannontorrens1]

Oh thank you!

[@joydavis1670]

I really like how you give yourself and others permission to have a relaxed cleaning schedule rather than something so structured.

[@shannontorrens1]

Hi Joy, it really helps me to have more relaxed schedules because while I like to stay organized I find really strict schedules really stress me out LOL.

[@The_Joy_Finder]

It's amazing how it flows into the next area of life and then the next and then the next.

[@LesaBear612]

I know it’s not possible with kids, but now that it’s just my husband and me, and we are retired, we eat two meals a day…breakfast and a late lunch/early dinner with snacks in between. That has saved me all kinds of time and effort.

[@shannontorrens1]

I would love to do that! But you are right with kids its hard. Sometimes I like to skip dinner (just for myself), I will just eat a late breakfast and late lunch.

[@lucyplesskaya]

I totally agree with saying NO to hand-downs! No, thank you - the best answer for me.

[@kimesch9698]

Love, love, love your kitchen. So glad to see you kept the beautiful retro colors and cupboard hardware. Pretty never goes out of style. Wait a few years and it’ll be right on trend again.

[@janetlovesjesus100]

You are teaching your boy's valuable lessons from a young age. They are enjoying life, without the burden of having too much to manage. All they really need is a happy and calm enviroment and happy parents. Too much stuff IS stressful and takes up way too much energy. Well done Shannon. You have the right priorities. Time to enjoy family before anything else. 🙂

[@giedre8921]

The main reason I like minimalism its because its easier to clean. Not because its always clean, but when I need to tidy some things up, it takes less time.

[@shannontorrens1]

Yes I feel the same way especially now that we have been doing this for over 5 years. My home is not always clean, but often it looks very tidy because we don't have a ton of stuff everywhere. =) I hope you have a nice day!

[@carolbabb7875]

I'm still decluttering and storing like with like is a great tip. I went around and gathered all the tape. I found several years of duct tape, packing tape, and tape, tape, tape!

[@proverbs31living97]

I am with you on doing laundry on one day a week. I have done that for years and I think it is so much easier. I am watching this as I fold our clothes this evening.

[@lizzabbott]

I agree with appreciating the “mundane” tasks. I’m truly grateful when I have the energy, time & focus to make my home efficient & peaceful.

[@dino946]

Once I did my main declutter, I put it in my brain to keep at it daily, when I notice something, one thing a day adds up to over 300 items a year. Then it isn’t so hard on the brain to get rid of a lot of stuff all at once. This thinking keeps me focused and on top of it. Trying to cook once, to eat twice, cheaper on gas/electricity as well.

[@petmomful2260]

Getting rid of things you don't use or love is a real miracle. I am doing this regularly now. It is so much easier to keep the house looking tidy, and so much easier to clean. I am a big sewer and crafter, but I keep that stuff organized. Be careful tho everyone. I got on a chair to get into a high cabinet and fell. I bruised my side and elbow badly and it took a month for most of the pain to go away. I learned my lesson. I am much more careful now. I really enjoy your channel and your mom!! I have noticed guitars in your house because I play guitar. Who plays at your house?

[@shannontorrens1]

My husband is learning to play guitar and we bought my son a guitar for lessons also. So as of right now no one can actually play anything, but we are having fun learning =)

[@petmomful2260]

@@shannontorrens1 Very cool! Guitar is so fun and creative, and peaceful! What a great thing for them to do together.

[@rufinaseme6173]

Oh noooo. Yesterday I just brought out 2 big bins of kids toys out of my 15yo closet into the living room because he was the one who ended up cleaning up after them when he cleaned his room. One 1⃣ hand I made him very happy and he has less cleaning to do, but now the toys are in my living room and will be more of a mess

[@daisybuchanan5378]

What great content Shannon- I love to cook once, eat twice , and eat simpler meals. Less cleanup.

[@anneketregarthen1986]

I totally relate to a lot of my clutter being things that I’ve been given/things I didn’t buy.

[@sommercoburn5911]

I think your house is really beautiful. It’s a perfect combination of minimal and comfy. Being that you have kids it’s important to have both elements. Thank you for sharing.

[@lindseyryen322]

Loved the value this video provided and quick, TO THE POINT. Thank you!

[@cindycox9496]

Yes, ive been doing limit, it helps a lot

[@laurencecruz6819]

1:31 the blanket was rejected lol.

[@shannontorrens1]

😂

[@amberv4223]

Love this. Love how you link to becoming conscious and present 😊

[@juliab628]

This is hands down the best video ever-- packed full of content that will help so so many! I practice so many of these things, but it took over the last 4 years for me to come full circle and realize the benefit of them. For those watching, please believe that all of these things that Shannon speaks about work together for such good! When I first started minimalism I thought that it meant I needed to have what the fly lady called a Control Journal which was basically a book that told you what to do on every day, how to do it, and when to do it.. then I realized that I liked to just clean as I went and I didn't really need a list that told me to clean the ceiling fan blades or the baseboards or to wipe down the walls Etc I realized that I already did those things. It began to stress me out to stick to a rigid schedule of doing things on certain days because then I would beat myself up if I missed the Monday weekly home blessing which meant to spend a whole hour cleaning everything in your house. Finally I decluttered the Control Journal and realized the house looked just as good. I clean as you do-- as needed-- and as I go throughout the day without obsessing over every little thing. This might be a good system for some people but it just really began to wear on me. I started to think that minimalism meant having a house that was clean all of the time at the right times instead of a house that was just minimal-- making it easier to clean because it lacked the Clutter. I appreciate seeing that you have also found this to be true!

[@shannontorrens1]

HI Julia, thank you for sharing that! I too thought the same thing about minimalism being connected to having a "perfect" or "clean all the time" home. I realized I was also making myself nuts trying to keep everything clean and perfect. At the beginning of my minimalist journey I would run around obsessively picking up all day. Then as I continued to simplify everything I started to realize minimalism was about having less and making life more enjoyable not being perfect. And that is when I truly felt the benefits of being more minimal and clutter free. =) I hope you have a nice day!!

[@cherylkalsch5107]

I love your home. It’s clean and bright and not filled with junk. I would just add a dishwasher if possible.

[@cindycox9496]

Im decluttering, it feels good, and easier to clean. I still have more but, im about 90 percent there.on clutter. Ty

[@grahamwarrin3313]

Really enjoyed your video and seeing your beautiful home Shannon. My most treasured possessions are the drawings and paintings that my children did when they were young, some of which were given to me as birthday presents and we have framed on our bedroom walls - priceless.

[@laura2022aj.]

Thanks for this video this is my new 2023 goal to be minimal because 2022 has been really terrible with decluttering

[@mamasquid1401]

Great tips, and I love your plants. I'm starting my minimalist journey by teaching myself the habit of not bringing more stuff into the house, and I liked your one in-one out rule. I'm trying to solve household organization problems without spending more money, as I used to do. And I am trying to get rid of one garbage bag of stuff per week. As a result, I am enjoying my space more and really asking myself what would make it more enjoyable. In that vein I purchased my first house plant, a Golden Pothos, which I'm told are easy to care for. I love it, and seeing all your plants inspires me to gradually make my home more inviting in a way that's sustainable and feels positive.

[@rayanarenee]

Thank you sis❤

[@elizabethsydnor5247]

Your home is GORGEOUS!

[@std882]

Excellent video. I'm very inspired by this. Thanks.

[@micheleohmer4117]

I am having my kids sort through their toys, games, clothes and accessories in their rooms before they give us their Christmas gift ideas.I don't want to bring in more when they need to declutter things they don't use or need anymore. Great ideas Shannon!

[@melaniehancock2210]

I’m finding that my kids are getting better at letting go of things they don’t play with each time we make a pass through their room! It’s like strengthening their little decluttering muscles :)

[@FaithFilledHomemaker]

💜💜💜 I’m more focused now on gifting my kids an experience vs a bunch of gifts. They still will get plenty of things for Christmas (honestly more than I’d like between our gifts and gifts from family) but trying to make more memories vs things they don’t need.

[@patralink]

We don't have children and I am always amazed at how much stuff children have. I don't remember growing up with so much stuff. Clutter drives me crazy. I like a well accessorized home with beautiful things on display. And my home must be well organized.

[@shannontorrens1]

It is shocking how much kids have LOL! And I am actively fighting how much they always want to keep. This is why for me I had to tell everyone we don't need gifts because you can imagine if each kid gets a gift from every family member for every occasion. The amount of stuff really grows fast.

[@mrtlsk1687]

BEST SCENE: 1:31 hahahaha

[@sadiazaman9544]

Thank you so much every thing you said it make so much sense really good tips

[@shannontorrens1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@margarethubbard1173]

Absolutely LOVE your home....the colours are so restful yet cheerful. The kitchen is adorable and I will not only use some of these tips but also may copy some of your decor design style! Looks like you live near a beach...jealous 😊

[@amma7244]

Decluttering to your video I’m your moms age your videos really resonate we are very hands on grandparents too and are needy to watch accumulation of kid stuff at our place again 🇨🇦❤️

[@happycrazyfun5883]

So many helpful tips for a simplified, calm life! Thank you, Shannon!

[@stephaniesmith1169]

I need these videos. I'm going through this change where I want to start organizing and decluttering. Use what you have. I needed to hear that. I always want to buy new and throw out the old but that feels ungrateful.

[@girlonaswing9439]

Very calm voice and well put together video.Great job!!!

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much 😀

[@clairee4939]

Thanks for the encouragement! 😊

[@KellyB3]

Great content Shannon. I like so many of your tips and reminders. I just reorganized our small kitchen. I did the same as you and put the stuff that we don’t use daily in the back. I am also working on appreciating the small, mundane daily task. ❤

[@StefanochKatjaJonasson]

A dishwasher! You are so worth it!

[@shannontorrens1]

We are thinking about this, its a conundrum because we want to redo the kitchen completely but we are not sure when. So we don't know if we should wait it out or get one for now.

[@lizzabbott]

Tremendous, Shannon ! Your Home looks so happy and peaceful ! And you all look great. WELL DONE ! Great ideas here. And I agree with them all. You should be proud. Thanks for setting such an inspiring example. You truly are an inspiration. A special hello to MOM ! Big blessings to you all. Liz in Buffalo

[@MizQuiz1]

I love clothes that are easy to care for too!! 😍

[@FaithFilledHomemaker]

Great video 💜💜💜 I just got rid of FOUR black garbage bags full of toys just from my sons room! And one trash bag! Crazy…. Now he just has a few bins and I am no longer overwhelmed & neither is he! He actually likes playing in there now! It’s honestly ridiculous the amount of stuff! I still have more rooms to do but loving the journey to becoming more minimal! Having clutter has caused so much stress & anxiety my whole life so it’s soo nice having that reduced and I’m not even “finished” yet. (I realize it’s an on going process) but I’m referring to the “bulk” of it. Thanks so much for these tips! I’m actually excited to declutter and simplify now!

[@fionaclarke4828]

A fantastic video, thank you so much. I love all your tips for both decluttering and lifestyle. I am a naturally tidy and organised person but I find it hard in my season of life to keep our home as I need it. I homeschool our teenage sons and life is busy but I do find the more I declutter the easier it is to clean. I need to batch work more as I have been a bit stressed lately and too busy. I think I will watch this video again and write down tips. Have a great weekend Shannon. 🌷🌸

[@MsNeverboring]

Wow! but really one of the things I have to be mindful of is to NOT let my inbox get cluttered up with too many things that I never seem to get to so no bueno for your news letter but thanks so much for the offer. ( That's how you say to do it-- refuse some things that are offered if you really do not need them. Have a great day

[@shannontorrens1]

Yes for sure! Also its good to unsubscribe to newsletters you don't want because all of those people pay a service for how many subscribers they have so it does everyone a favor to unsubscribe or don't sign up.

[@megameg7212]

Hilarious how you threw the blanket on your son and he immediately threw it on the floor! 😅 Story of my life.

[@shannontorrens1]

Oh I know LOL! The mess never ends luckily simplifying has made it a little easier =)

[@labenaberry]

Great tips…I Love your hair …❤❣️😍

[@Lashlove16]

This video is sooo realistic with great advise . Decluttering is a journey Clean as you go and your home should be 20 min away from being guest ready .recently I heard it’s better clean a clean home rather then scrubbing a dirty home Make a goal of a container/section ‘drawer to fit a certain item or category. I keep a box of boxes so I can organize drawers but this restriction keeps me from collecting too much . For cleaning my home I only use vinegar/ baking soda / dish soap Have a plan to give away stuff

[@tgayer1]

I recently started watercolor painting, so I love seeing your artwork!

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much 😀

[@joannegonzalez2812]

Fantastic tips! Calming and good for the environment!

[@kakylong2]

Shannon, Great video. We decluttered our kitchen earlier this yr & it has been so nice not having so much stuff. I'm like you & do laundry all in one day. That way I know everything is clean & put away & don't have to worry about for another wk. BTW...love your curly hair in the last clip.

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you! I hope you have a nice weekend.

[@mariacabrera2850]

Shannon, re-evaluating what works & what doesn't; such a great reminder to us all!🥰I'm hosting Thanksgiving; having all the "party stuff" out of the way in one area helps so much!🦃 Thanks again for all of your wisdom!🙌🏼

[@Zisjejk]

Quality over quantity Love that !

[@ldaskam]

I also do laundry our laundry one day a week. I like not having to think about the rest of the week.

[@WeShouldHaveAShow]

This was such a great video! I’m less stressed out just watching it!

[@sanna7882]

Love your content!😊

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you!!

[@efseviaorfanidis6273]

Hi S hannon thank you for another great video you have turned your house into a beautiful home especially your kitchen i love it we all see the big white kitchens with the huge islands no yours is so nice and welcoming and what you say makes so mutch sense thanks.

[@munirasultana2313]

Loved Your Video 💟

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you!!

[@bethreisman8869]

Great video Shannon!! So practical! You are following your individual path. Good for you! It’s evident you have given this a great deal of thought. You expressed so well. 😘

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you so much Beth! I hope you have a nice weekend.

[@sarahamill1793]

Thanks for this video. A really good reminder as to why we work so hard in our homes and what we are working towards. Thanks for your hard work, efforts and time you put into your content ❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you Sara! I hope you have a nice weekend.

[@luna7453]

😊 the same, more i decluttered, more i care what i bring in now, buy as the process of decluttering was intense, to sale, as i preferred to be sure not to be too much wasteful at first.. then donating etc.. and i have been judge too at first as it seems to be weird not to wish too much and let go furnitures etc, but i feel so much calmer better now. and felt judge to be too organised..! but i just feel more natural to put stuff back in their place as now things are more clear by category as i have been checking all by categories since years, now i arrive to a point, i feel clarity with what i love using in real (exit the fantasy self..;) i feel the flow of the house more serene now :) it helps me to recover from a professional burnt out even, as i decluttered, i felt clearer in what i feel to care now, what i love.. etc.. it seems not so real the impact of this process for some, but sincerely, i felt the huge difference in my mindset mood and even perception about life :) more serene in all :) i wish it for everyone and i understand why so many share about it, as you wish the same for others for sure :) sharing the advices, thank you :) your channel has been part and keep a channel that help me in the journey, lot of love and gratitude to you and lovely family :) 🙏😊😘✨🐞🌺

[@samantha_budhu]

Great tips Shannon! 💕

[@MsTD1995]

Wow ❤ I like your channel a lot! Thanks! Always learning new things

[@nata3467]

I just cleared off most of my kitchen counters... I kid you not it looks like the kitchen is twice its size.

[@CarolineOceanaRyan999]

Fantastic -- thank you so much! What you're talking about really, is improving quality of life! Nice one! 🙂

[@maricelaalfaro6066]

I usually clean the kids room when there in school so they won't see am getting rid of some of there stuff

[@bonessam9618]

I agree with reevaluate. Sometimes you just need to. I've always been put like with like things. I consider myself an organized person. Thank goodness. I love easy care clothes too and wash only once a week or less. I'd rather do it all in one day then every day. I've heard it's better on your wallet too since it takes how much to warm up your dryer.

[@Julie-si3hi]

Loved this,new subscriber x Yes the handed down stuff!

[@lindaohanraha-hanrahan2817]

Reusing stuff allows you to be creative with what you already have. It’s all about the journey not about the destination big ticket item you don’t need or nicknacks that clutter your house.

[@kikitaube-hansen]

Very good video young mother. When I was as young as you - I was minimalist , too. My Kids prefered to play with stones and woodsticks and kitchen stuff. But they´ ve got tons of playstuff from relatives. Felt like a toy store sometimes:):):). Keep up your good work and have a nice weekend.

[@pinayinuk]

I’m very happy now that my house is minimal

[@jessyhoward9517]

I just discovered your channel this morning while looking for a cleaning motivation video and instantly fell in love lol. I'm due with baby #5 in May and I cannot begin to describe how much I needed this. At this point I'm not sure we even have space for a new baby. With inflation among us getting a bigger house is out of the question so it just makes sense to have less things. Also, I love your plants! That's the one thing thats off limits to declutter for me. I truly enjoy my plants. I can't say that about a lot of "things". But boy, it would be nice to spend more time tending and loving my plants and less time cleaning. I will notice things need watered and put it off because I need to clean first. I'm so excited to start this new journey before #5 gets here.

[@shannontorrens1]

Hi Jessy! Congratulations on your coming baby, that is very exciting. I also LOVE plants, most people would say I have too many hahaha.

[@dianebahl8241]

Great advice and tips, Shannon! 😊

[@shannontorrens1]

Hi Diane, I hope you have a great weekend.

[@maura6375]

FABULOUS JOB EVERYWHERE GREAT TIPS THANK YOU BLESSINGS

[@spanishforkidswithmissjuanita]

Oh my gosh, I have that same IKEA bed for my daughter and I’ve often said to my husband that if we ever move house, we will have to sell the house with that bed in it, as there is no way I want to go through disassembling it and trying to get it out of her bedroom! My worst nightmare. :)

[@shannontorrens1]

That bed is so pretty, but I agree moving that bed is a true nightmare LOL

[@cindycox9496]

I made my deodorant, works great!.In closet i only have less then half closet, blouses and like 4 pants and shorts.

[@MrBuddlesBooty]

1:31 omg lol! no matter how hard a mother tries, there's always someone immediately undoing her work

[@shannontorrens1]

Oh yeah! I can clean and by the end of the day our home looks like a mess again LOL

[@pamelagreenway5968]

Hi Shannon. I really enjoyed today’s video and welcome all your great ideas. I have just been reading your tips and ideas for Christmas. I really enjoyed reading about the traditions. I love the white elephant game. We will definitely have to play that this Christmas. It sounds like a really fun game. Thank you. Best wishes as always. Pamela from the uk.

[@shannontorrens1]

Hi Pamela, I am so happy some of those ideas for Christmas are helpful. I feel like we can still have a lot of fun without all the gifts. =)

[@MiStuSia16]

I clicked on the video expecting to hear the same advice I’ve heard before, but I must say you gave really good and achievable ideas!

[@shannontorrens1]

I appreciate that! I hope you have a nice day.

[@soniadaly2001]

Just one of the best videos,thank you 😊

[@shannontorrens1]

Wow, thank you!

[@bugsea54]

Great video ! Your so good at organizing and your house is so clean! Just to add when I was a single working mom I did not partake in a lot of holiday fuss or spending at Xmas. I did not have the time. My son didn't get or do a lot of things the other kids did either. We did all free things at kept it simple. I got a lot of flack from friends, co-workers and family about the way we lived. Families come in all different sizes and finances. Do what works for you and don't cave into social pressure. If you can't buy gifts for people for instance. My son is an electrical engineer with a family of his own and he turned out great. To add he is great with budgeting funds and not over spending. Stop with peer pressure and do what works for you and your unique family.

[@shannontorrens1]

Yes I agree with this so much! I hope you are doing well.

[@teresamunoz91]

I'm a single mom to a 3 year old and always feel guilt that I don't take her out all the time like other families do, but it can be expensive and overwhelming for us. Your post makes me feel less guilty about her "missing out"

[@bugsea54]

@@teresamunoz91 I'm so glad my post. helped to ease your mind. 😊

[@tgayer1]

Great info! Thanks!

[@shannontorrens1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nataliakusyk]

My way to enjoy/appreciate everyday tasks is to think that 'life is good right now'. I'm not in any emergency or emotionally unsettling situation where doing chores would go to back burner immediately. What do you prefer? Picking up cushions from the floor or rushing to hospital after receiving phone call your loved one had an car accident? All is well..

[@shannontorrens1]

Exactly! I think about that everyday. If I start to feel stressed out and say I am thankful for everything I have =)

[@JennWatson]

Very helpful video-thanks! 😊

[@shannontorrens1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jeanmariemclain2836]

These tips are all excellent. I like the way you think, especially about mentally making mundane tasks into tasks that beautify your home and honor your possessions so you feel more fulfilled when you do them. Speaking of possessions, I have admired your folk-style living room rug for a long time. The one with the designs and figures on it. Can you tell me where you got it?

[@shannontorrens1]

I found that at Rugs USA. The good thing about that rug design is when something spills you can't tell lol!

[@skauth4674]

Are you local to the central coast? I got excited seeing some of the locations. It’s nice to know people nearby interested in minimalism. Encouraging for my area if you are. 😊

[@shannontorrens1]

We live in Southern Ca =)

[@aprilinalabama9074]

Beautiful clean home ❤️

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you 😊

[@robertakeogh8650]

Great video, Shannon❤

[@shannontorrens1]

Thank you!!

[@ravenstormchild6491]

When I started getting rid of excess stuff, some of my friends were asking me about my “mental health” 😮😳😅

[@Julie-si3hi]

Which is probably fine as there's less stuff to worry about! Some people just don't get it,the consumption and buying everything in sight is still something my friends do..were total opposites!

[@colleenmadden1306]

That's my problem ...taking things that I don't even want or need from people!