5 Things I’ve Done to Simplify My Life

[@agnieszkapilot-bambynek8025]

It's so interesting that you look younger now than in 2018... More relaxed, calmer, in peace.

[@ginger9475]

I’m going to offer a counter perspective. Something to think about. For me, color, and expression, knick knacks, fabrics, and art, bring me joy. I love the way my house feels filled with spirit. Obviously, there is balance, and everyone has their own expression. But I’m starting to see this trend towards minimalism, where environments are bare, and everyone dresses simplistically, and monochromaticly, as something very stultifying, as moving too far in a certain direction. We are free and sovereign spirits. We thrive on all expressions of life, including art, and color. For anyone who has the opportunity, perhaps go to Italy, to Florence, especially, wander through the museums, inhale the fragrance of the beauty. Our souls are meant to be elevated. Thank you for listening. 🙏🏻 (I’m old enough to remember… 😌)

[@almondish5911]

I would think it depends on the phase of life, in the overworked, overtired phase - minimalism at home could help. In the more collected phase - conscious choice of multitude of fabrics, colours is a great form to express oneself. But I can relate to the need to streamline our environment, leaning on minimalistic tendencies.

[@dannyjarratt5414]

I used to thrive on colourful objects. I was very attracted to the object or the colour alone. A room filled with pop culture ephemera. I then found minimalism (for seven years), I decluttered and had a barren and simple room. Everything became very calm and straightforward. However, during COVID-19, I introduced more comfort and colour, and now I am more cohesive with my colour selections. My bedroom has lots of yellow and orange. You can use lots of colour and have knick-knacks as long as you have intention. For me, minimalism is all about consideration and personal values.

[@mkirby7815]

I think there must be a happy medium. I love fabric-but I have so much I will never use all of it and it brings me no pleasure trying to organize it. I love to travel, but I can’t afford to travel because I’ve bought too much stuff and have to have a place to put it. It is a vicious circle which I’m hoping to break.

[@Sunny-sc6pf]

Everything revolves around the toddlers. .. it's their house and you just live there 🥰🥰😄😄❤️

[@Recon19D3]

I used to be minimalistic. No, not recently due to trends. But I never needed or desired more than I used. The only big items I had were a couple of surfboards and a few guitars. I was also in the military and lived in barracks a long time. For some reason something changed in my early 40s. I started collecting things I liked. I now have buyers regret. But what you said made me realize what changed and what I was doing. I've been using the things I surround myself with to identify who I am. Doing that itself isn't who I am. Thank you.

[@lliselsolis4456]

I’m a minimalist and have always been, in terms of belongings. My mind is cluttered and I am working on that

[@krystalgomez2300]

I am a minimalist I did decluttering last year I like it Its less messy

[@RonaldLBanks]

Definitely less messy! I’m happy you’re on this journey my friend. Keep going!

[@newdiffrentbetter]

Best thing I've done since embracing minimalist principles is creating a work uniform. One less thing I have to coordinate or decide or constantly shop for or feel overwhelmed by.

[@user-cv2us3kj2s]

I am absolutely sooo proud of you, your tenasity, strength, sound mind, family, journey, & authentic person. Keep soaring! Congrats on new baby & sweet wife! Tonya

[@pearlygabe]

Please do more videos on simple life! I'm trying to simplify my life. Thank you so much for your videos 🙏

[@AmiTuray]

I hope that the family is doing well. Sending ❤your way

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you so much! Means a lot that you mentioned this and yes we are doing well.

[@mrs.e]

I think it would be really beneficial to dive deeper into identity clutter. I find that to be the root of most clutter. Just a thought, thank you for your work and insights.

[@christahill8536]

Your home is beautiful

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you! We love it here.

[@doubleleterlady]

Wow, the change from then to now is amazing! You look so much healthier, alive and full of vigor! ❤

[@ros8986]

The word "priorities" has been the most useful for me. It applies to overall things (e.g. buying organic is a priority for me so I can contribute to less poison being put into soil and water). It is in my face every day - what are my priorities for today? and do I prioritize my priorities (based on urgent things (produce needing to be cooked, etc), limitations (my health on that particular day and hour), fun projects I need to prep so I can do the fun part, being considerate of my housemate (making sure to immediately clean up anything I have done in the kitchen so it is always ready for him to use), donating stuff I don't need duplicates of so others will have. And sometimes the best I can do is pass on information.

[@chriswhitehouse1643]

Clutter safe zones...! What a winner!

[@letitbesaid8888]

Simply gorgeous kitchen ackground.

[@gracethi5663]

I love the idea of clutter free zones and clutter safe zones, such a great idea for those of us with kids 🧡

[@RonaldLBanks]

This has been so helpful for us. I’m glad it resonated with you and hope it’s helpful for your family as well.

[@kevinthecat621]

Great video please keep making this type of content ❤

[@natashyas4149]

I love watching your progression in life stages and in maturity. Peace! ✌🏼

[@Jazmin-mb7ju]

Always so good! Thank you! I’m a minimalist in training🙏🏻

[@RonaldLBanks]

I was too at one point! You got this. Keep pushing forward!

[@Manofhealth]

This is my first time on your channel. Thank you for providing value and supporting people on their minimalist journey. Your Decision Making Process was well laid out. If you haven't, can you do a video on supporting people on finding out what they value and how to create a vision for their life? Keep sharing!

[@RonaldLBanks]

Welcome my friend and I’ll add it to the list. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@bermonzy]

Great video Ronald! The breakdown of the decision making was really helpful thank you. 🙂

[@RonaldLBanks]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend!

[@iduduaugustine1003]

More blessings

[@jeffreybuoncristiano]

where do i find your declutter storage for camera gear resource?

[@ItsTylerChanel]

You can see the quality through the camera of the cut tees! Definitely buying one for my husband. Really enjoyed hearing your simplifying tips.

[@gingermonette7455]

Love your step-by-step decision making process. Makes me realize I have a good grasp on core values, but not vision.

[@startpage717]

WOW. Have you moved...the background looks great. Thank you for not letting children take over the WHOLE house...props to you guys!@

[@aridoneyet]

I really like the logical, measurable decision-making framework. Very timely.

[@RonaldLBanks]

Awesome! I’m glad you found this helpful!!

[@Butterfly8593]

Always love your videos! The plug for CUTS was really nice. I’m thinking though, steaming the fold creases from the tee would have been a nice touch. Thanks for helping me toward minimizing! ❤

[@Manofhealth]

My pleasure!

[@debbee5418]

SO MUCH AMAZINGNESS here! ✨🎶 Thank you!! ✨🌷✨ You are so kind to share so much! I appreciate your steps to help us make decisions!! Thank you!! 🌷✨🎶 Absolutely wonderful vibes abound about you! ✨ May you and your sweet family have many blessings & bestests!

[@extrememinimalism]

Im an extreme minimalist and it makes me giggle daily how often I will look around a room, like my living room or upstairs closet and its filled 90% with my toddlers toys and the same with the bedroom, its split 50/50 with mine and their stuff. We share the cooking stuff expect for his toddler cutlery, food and lunchboxes but the only place that is basically mine is the storage under the stairs (but the hallway surrounding it is 50/50 me and my toddlers) and the bathroom where all he has is two towels, toothpaste and toothbrush and toilet seat as we share everything else.

[@TravelingwithJenny]

I LOVE you decision making rank system, so much wisdom!

[@RonaldLBanks]

Awesome, I’m so glad you found it helpful. You can snag a copy of it for free here: www.ronaldlbanks.com/decisions

[@MmM20978]

Yep writing.❤I love this decision making process. Need this with a job situation with more information.

[@RonaldLBanks]

Writing has helped me a ton! I’m glad you’re exploring it as well, and yes a decision making process is helpful across all areas of life. You can grab a copy of mine for free here: www.ronaldlbanks.com/decisions

[@MmM20978]

@@RonaldLBanks Oh I have written for years to design my life. I did write down your questions today for more ideas. Thanks a million!

[@samantha6670]

Love being minimalist

[@LGaylord-y8d]

Love your new cuts

[@dawn4224]

Great that have clutter safe zone and value that for your son.

[@joannaarizala4604]

I would love a video on practicing minimalism with a toddler. I have a toddler now myself.

[@Tyler-qf4eu]

Your videos bring me peace keep em coming 👍🏿

[@shuyang551]

I love the decision making advice! What a wonderful tool! I’m going to try it! Thanks a lot! All you have said in this video is incredibly helpful and meaningful!

[@RonaldLBanks]

You are so welcome my friend! I’m glad it was helpful and meaningful for you!

[@shirleyburnham2782]

Love this decision making process x

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you! You can grab a copy of it for free here: www.ronaldlbanks.com/decisions

[@nala_b]

Thanks for sharing 🖤

[@katc5345]

we have a toddler due soon and would looooove your tips you mentioned on making tidying easier even in his clutter safe space. PS - already adopting that one! and it looks like montessori style setup? :) he is due in about a month/month a half so we cant wait.....it's also so important to us to maintain our simple, clutter free, minimal life and home, we thrive off it too!! please do share about your approach to keeping things sane with the toddler as we have the same approach and values and would love your tips :D

[@shaneldunn1706]

I love these questions. Thanks for sharing!

[@Its_me_Aunty]

Thank you 😊 I am on the simplifying journey and this video was very helpful

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad it was helpful my friend!

[@TGYtco]

I LOVED when my boys were toddlers! It is so fun!

[@RonaldLBanks]

It’s a ton of fun! He reminds me to remain curious which is nice!

[@madskillz054]

My Brother Ron I Love The Content Keep Going God 🙏🏾❤️🔥💯

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thanks my man! I appreciate the love and support.

[@ilTHfeaa]

after you mentioned step 1 i literally got my notebook and started writing down what my ideal life would look like (in like 15ish years, when i have kids and money lol)

[@susandollinger7965]

The enotional gut check question is great. I am going to try those. Thanks

[@Spiritueli]

helo ronald ... this is good content, many thanks

[@mastandstars]

Very helpful 😎

[@normidwest1316]

great content

[@topola1976]

New to this channel, lots of "ads clutter" unfortunately 😕 it would be easier to watch if ads were only placed at the beginning/end of the videos, thanks anyway for sharing your ideas

[@anitajoz1994]

I’ve tried to download the decision making sheet, but the site keeps crashing

[@RonaldLBanks]

Shoot me an email my friend.

[@denatabb8163]

Hi Mr. Banks, I have learned alot from your videos. I am interested in finding nice t shirts like you get from cuts, however, I am plus size, can you recommend any brand?

[@TermAndWander]

I don't mean to judge looks. But even your face looks more comfortable than before

[@cozzy8910]

Hi Ronald, can you do a house tour, your real life state now you have a kid? Thank you.

[@kellykjrneill1135]

When did you move? 😮😅 and when is the house tour coming? 😅

[@Marjorie-oh4oj]

Ronald i dont have 7 years as i am now heading for 69 years, please help me.😢

[@autobotdiva9268]

my 22 year old with adhd is just now getting into his "style" he's dating, lol. so he upping his hoodie game from the gorillaz to design. he has to get rid of old hoodies.

[@teleshyam26]

Really nice video! i was wondering if i could help you edit your videos and make them more engaging as well as it will save your time.🐭

[@LGaylord-y8d]

I like you with your hair but you do you😊

[@Spiritueli]

omg, your a serial minimalist, whoa ... way to restrictive for me, i do appreciate the aesthetics of it

[@sharhondarivera6378]

Dust collectors 🤣🤣🤣

[@TeamTee]

Not sure if anyone else has commented this yet, but a video on storage for photo/video gear would be incredible. 🥹

[@katarzynapiatkowska]

Thank you for being so inspiring ❤