5 Things I’ve Done to Simplify My Life

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Simple living has changed my life. Here are 5 things I’ve done to help me achieve a simple life.
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0:00 Intro
1:18 Number 1 - Decluttered My Home
5:28 Number 2 - Writing/Journaling
6:46 Number 3 - Simplified Wardrobe
9:16 Number 4 - A Reliable Decision-Making Process
14:14 Number 5 - Became My Gatekeeper
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[@agnieszkapilot-bambynek8025]

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

[@notapplicable-zn9us]

I've watched your journey from a single Man to a Husband and Father. I'm glad you answered the question on my mind, of minimalism, on how you manage the child room.

[@Sunny-sc6pf]

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

[@lliselsolis4456]

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

[@doubleleterlady]

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

[@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 🙏

[@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.

[@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.

[@Recon_19D3x]

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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@christahill8536]

Your home is beautiful

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thank you! We love it here.

[@gud9dum9]

1. Decluttering 2.writing/ journalling 3.simplified wardrobe 4. Reliable decision skills 5.

[@dawn4224]

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

[@kevinthecat621]

Great video please keep making this type of content ❤

[@startpage717]

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

[@natashyas4149]

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

[@joannaarizala4604]

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

[@letitbesaid8888]

Simply gorgeous kitchen ackground.

[@sandnyc]

Love the "cuts". good ideas ❤ I will check in with my gut.

[@jaanireel]

00:05 Simplifying my life has brought me more clarity and creative control. 02:08 Practicing minimalism and decluttering has brought impactful changes in my life through different life phases. 04:03 Creating clutter-free and clutter-safe zones in the home 06:00 Writing and decluttering helped simplify my life 07:58 Simplifying wardrobe decision by finding a reliable basic t-shirt 09:59 Develop a reliable decision-making process. 11:41 6 questions to simplify decision-making process 13:45 Being a gatekeeper helps simplify life and make confident decisions

[@Tyler-qf4eu]

Your videos bring me peace keep em coming 👍🏿

[@user-cx4di8lb9p]

Love your new cuts

[@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! ❤

[@shaneldunn1706]

I love these questions. Thanks for sharing!

[@katarzynapiatkowska]

Thank you for being so inspiring ❤

[@ThriftsandTangles]

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

[@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!

[@gingermonette7455]

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

[@nala_b]

Thanks for sharing 🖤

[@bermonzy]

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

[@RonaldLBanks]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend!

[@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

[@Manofhealth]

My pleasure!

[@samantha6670]

Love being minimalist

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@shirleyburnham2782]

Love this decision making process x

[@RonaldLBanks]

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

[@normidwest1316]

great content

[@susandollinger7965]

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

[@mastandstars5869]

Very helpful 😎

[@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!

[@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!

[@aniwaniwa20]

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

[@RonaldLBanks]

I’m glad it was helpful my friend!

[@Spiritueli]

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

[@aridoneyet]

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

[@RonaldLBanks]

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

[@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)

[@madskillz054]

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

[@RonaldLBanks]

Thanks my man! I appreciate the love and support.

[@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?

[@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!

[@anitajoz1994]

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

[@RonaldLBanks]

Shoot me an email my friend.

[@Marjorie-oh4oj]

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

[@kellykjrneill1135]

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

[@cozzy8910]

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

[@TermAndWander]

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

[@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.🐭

[@user-cx4di8lb9p]

I like you with your hair but you do you😊

[@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.

[@sharhondarivera6378]

Dust collectors 🤣🤣🤣

[@Spiritueli]

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

[@TeamTee]

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