50 Tiny Ways to SIMPLIFY Your Life | health, home + work

Hi everyone! Today's video is all about 50 small ways to simplify your life, from healthy eating to home and work. This video is in collaboration with Ashlynne Eaton - I'll be sharing 25 tips, and for the other 25, check out her video below!
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Number 15 should read: Buy Essentials in Bulk
Number 18 should read: File/Flag Emails
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[@rickybhattacharya6]

Several _ways_ to *simplify* your life: _1) Put ingredients away as you cook -- __1:23_ _2) Check for old containers while doing dishes -- __1:48_ _3) Use a bowl for scraps -- __2:20_ _4) Have easily accessible healthy food -- __2:51_ _5) Prepare certain vegetables or fruit -- __3:12_ _6) Meal plan -- __4:01_ _7) Use a grocery list -- __4:35_ _8) Memorize easy snack/meal combination -- __4:58_ _9) Have an ongoing shopping list -- __5:22_ _10) Make most-used items easily accessible -- __5:51_ _11) Hang cloths up -- __6:29_ _12) Have designated spots for your things -- __7:04_ _13) Practice one-in, one-out -- __7:41_ _14) De-clutter small spaces -- __8:06_ _15) Buy essentials in bulk -- __8:40_ _16) Do certain tasks on computer -- __9:26_ _17) Streamline your to-do list -- __10:04_ _18) File/Flag email -- __10:51_ _19) Having the right number of coat hangers -- __11:22_ _20) Keep a list of passwords -- __12:01_ _21) Use reminders -- __12:42_ _22) Use envelops for important receipts -- __13:12_ _23) Charge your phone at night -- __13:50__ (*Note:* To me, I avoid this part as it might get out of my notice, overcharge the phone and reduces the battery life)_ _24) Pause before making decisions -- __14:23_ _25) Go to the bed at the same time each night -- __14:49_

[@DangItsKayla]

You are a SAINT

[@sophymothapo5100]

Yes! 😘

[@annemichelle6842]

It might just be me, but a lot of this honestly is simple common sense and shit that you just do automatically without thinking...

[@AminahMosley]

Love this summary, thanks!

[@hollymoseley1355]

@@annemichelle6842 I thought so too, until I supervised a residential camp and found out not everyone was raised with these disciplines/practices and wisdom. I think this is part of why the minimalist movement is so popular - lots of people never learned these basics and were raised in chaos (that is not an exaggeration for many people, unfortunately).

[@Gigglypeach]

3a) put your still-edible food scraps into a soup, stew or hash! We don't have composting in all cities in my country, so I keep all my broccoli stalks, vegetable skins, potato peels etc. and every few days chuck them in a big pan and make some sort of concoction with whatever random ingredients I can find. It's not exactly always restaurant quality but it always feels good to make less waste. It's a leftover habit passed down in family from the war.

[@axltnt2176]

May I ask which war?

[@Gigglypeach]

@@axltnt2176 World War II. Both my Grandmas were evacuees in England, so they grew up with rationing until the mid 50's and have cooked waste free ever since! Their motto is 'waste not, want not'. My mum cooks the same way, so I grew up making meals out of scraps it's just a habit now 😊

[@BecauseitMatters]

Such a good idea!❤️

[@Avemarikka]

Or put vegetable scraps to a bag and into a freezer. Once that bag is full, slowly cook scraps for a couple of hours, blend with an immersion blender, and keep filtered liquid. You got your home-made vegetable broth you can use for soups and other dishes.

[@intunewiththeinfinite]

The greatest step towards a life of simplicity is to learn to let go. Is just as simple as that.

[@BecauseitMatters]

Good quote:)

[@lizouimette]

My last apartment and my boyfriend's last apartment both had really small kitchens with very minimal counter space. So I started putting things away as I cooked purely out of necessity. Now that we live in a big condo with a huge kitchen and tons of counterspace, I still do this with ingredients. It makes everything so much easier. Probably the best change I made to simplify my life in a long time (other than moving in with the bf, of course....that made life soooo much simpler). Great list! Just subscribed.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Love your video Meghan! 🤍 Your tips were all so amazing and I'm definitely going to need to start chopping food up as soon as I buy it from the grocery store. That was such a simple but mind-blowing tip!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Yesss it makes life so much easier! Hehehe

[@BecauseitMatters]

Great advice! I should do that more as well!!!:)

[@bronwyntully6058]

Hi Ashlynne, thanks for the suggestion to watch Meghan! I am now subscribed to her channel, as well as yours - of course!

[@LaraNaomi]

I think it is really easy to forget that the little things accumulate. I always have a rule of "if it takes less than a minute, do it". Helps me to stay on top of things

[@BecauseitMatters]

I’ve heard that saying and it’s so good!!!

[@LaraNaomi]

@@BecauseitMatters It works so well!

[@themasterbower]

I love the tip about switching from your phone to your laptop! It also makes it easier to stay away from social media and stay focused on the task at hand, I find.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Susie Detweiler agreed! Big time :)

[@LaraNaomi]

Agreed! Great advice!

[@lamiaantar3430]

Amazing, relaxing and informative videos as always. Thank you Megan! 💗

[@justrockthisworld]

So useful! Apple’s and google’s keychain saved me so many times by synchronising all my passwords on all devices. So many times (before this function) I was resetting tons of passwords all the time and still forgetting them 😄

[@mortallymysticalfox2490]

Love it. I love small changes. Much more manageable. Im making a list of things for me to try

[@jessicacanfield5408]

Me too. I am drowning in my to do lists that is huge

[@michelled5655]

Tip No. 16 is so simple yet important. Especially working and studying from home, the e-Mail vortex is real 😂 If I set at a desktop computer, I am so much more structured. Thanks for sharing!

[@ririrodriguez3395]

Love all of these! My mum taught me tip number 1 when I was growing up, and now I’m teaching it to my daughter. It really is a great time saver! Stay well Meghan and keep the fab content coming 💕👏🏽

[@meghanlivingstone]

That's wonderful that you grew up with that tip! Glad you're passing it along to your daughter :)

[@athomeimmum2247]

Love these and will be going to watch the other half! Working smarter and not harder to feel on top of things in life. 🙂

[@shwethagujaran7997]

I really really need to follow Number 23 to pause. Thank you for that point truly!!

[@katrinamairrecasim-bituin3988]

Thank you so much for sharing! Very helpful. Stay safe and healthy! 😘🙏

[@RusinkaFrisella]

Great ideas!! I also love how serene the room looks and the pattern on your top!! So pretty!!

[@marijaiskra7247]

I've been following both you and Ashlynne for a year now. I love you both, this is a great collaboration. Hugs from Croatia ❤️

[@meghanlivingstone]

So happy you enjoyed this collab Marija!

[@busyboy3497]

One of the things I do is too fill up my sink with dishwater before I start cooking, that way as I dirty up items I don't put in the dishwasher I can clean as I go, or they will be a lot easier to clean when I do wash them.

[@ximenavasquez837]

Love your content, your personality and positivity 💖💖💖 definitely a new fan

[@freakishchick182]

Hi! Here because I watched Ashlynne's 50 things video :) I really liked this video. I never thought of having the right amount of hangers before, or do done tasksvfrom the lap top.

[@Uapa500]

Taking the idea of the envelopes for the receipts, thank you 🙂💖

[@KeirstenHeinlein]

Fantastic little tips. All these things come together so well to make life less stressful and more manageable. 👍

[@TheDIONYSEE]

love the ongoing shopping list! so clever!

[@fanny.barrier]

Really great tips Meghan ! I already use some of them (the password one IS indeed life changing!) But I'm going to implement more of them 🥰

[@meghanlivingstone]

Awesome, glad to hear :D

[@brittneykristina2487]

Your videos are so calming :)

[@chandaharkins4418]

Love your content. I can't tell you how many times I tell myself to use your one minute rule! :) That has stayed with me.

[@evelyncautious8287]

Will be moving into my new home soon. Love all of your tips.

[@JulieIsse]

Going to bed at the same time is not very easy for me but I enjoyed watching all..these are great tips

[@jchung5066]

you've inspired me so much! love you!❤

[@bekaguenot2831]

Can you do a video on trying to be more energized? I always feel so lazy no matter what I do! PS Love your channel!

[@mysteryworld8170]

Clean your house. It will give you energy get moving and feel energy ☕🙂

[@bekaguenot2831]

@@mysteryworld8170 Thanks!

[@athomeimmum2247]

Sounds like you are getting things done if you're knowing it's no matter what you do. If that is the case a visit to you doctor might be in order. If not, perhaps try an energising diffuser blend if you haven't. Something with lemon, orange/mandarin and grapefuit...or mint/eucalyptus always helps me feel energised and ready for the day with lots of clarity. A to-do list with everything you're doing already anyway also helps you realise just how much you're doing anyway and can stop you making a list of more than fits in your available time. I have a daily and weekly list laminated in my kitchen and it means I can accomplish (and tick off!) the daily things which help me feel on track as well as the larger things each week that mean I never get too off course in my whole home. Happy to share the sheet if you'd like it as a starting point to adapt for you. 🙂 Take care.

[@clarabarreiros446]

Beka Guenot sane happens to me, I have a depression background though. Mental health affects overall health in my case.

[@LisaGray1000]

Diet could be a factor with lack of energy or health issues

[@walqqr1]

A tip that simplifies family life: Have everyone in the house learn to wash their *own* dishes after use. It's fair and quick, only takes a couple minutes or less to wash a cup and a plate. It's good bc it never builds up a big pile of dishes for only on person to clean. So everyone cleans up after themselves and dishes are never a battle.

[@kevinandmerrandaalbert2026]

Great tips! Thanks for these reminders

[@thuvarakamahenthiran6518]

Hello Meghan I'm Thuvaraka and I love your channel. I love your 25 tips & I will use these tips to help me to concentrate for my life and work.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you found these tips useful :)

[@nikita4846]

Hi! Thank you for this great video. I take a photo with my groceries list. It helps me to not buy the wrong stuff!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Nicoleta Vadineanu that’s great! 🤗

[@BecauseitMatters]

Good idea! I am always trying to look for tips to simplify!:)

[@nikita4846]

@@BecauseitMatters 👏👏

[@EricaLucasLoves]

I follow both of you for help and ideas on my own minimalism journey!

[@joanie5262]

Love your channel. New to it and already love it. Subscribed to Ashlynne's channel as well. Thanks for all the wonderful suggestions!

[@arlenecrespo-reyes6472]

Big fan of the one-in, one-out rule 👍

[@alifeblessed2218]

Love your content! Have you ever done a video on “life balance?” The quarantine has made me realize I don’t have a healthy balance in my life. My job consumes me and I feel like I live for the weekends. I am searching for ways to make more room for joy and things I enjoy within each day. Any ideas would be welcome! 😊

[@BecauseitMatters]

That is such a good video idea!:)

[@summer3830]

I'm sure you hear this all of the time, but I think you would make an amazing podcast! Loved these tips, as always :)

[@BecauseitMatters]

I would listen to it❤️

[@ShalomSimplified]

I want to add that I appreciate the tip about receipt envelopes. We don't run a business, but we rent our home from my father-in-law. Since he can claim all his expenses related to his rental property on his taxes, we use his credit card for purchases for the property (e.g. he bought us a dishwasher recently). But since we usually make these purchases on our own, we have to keep the receipts to send to him for his taxes. That envelope idea will really help us keep the clutter down. Normally, we just dump them on the kitchen table to sort out later ... much later. I am so doing the monthly envelopes just as soon as I can get some envelopes! Or maybe I'll do file folders, since receipts for online purchases are full pages. :D

[@karenh4058]

Hi! I came over from Ashlynne’s channel. You have some great ideas as well. I think I have watched a video or two of yours before. Decided to subscribe now. : )

[@hiAnimegirL]

Hi Meghan! Maybe you could do a video on your favorite books or book recommendations. ❤ I've been reading a lot of fiction for the past months just to escape from the stresses of quarantine. 😞 I would definitely be interested to know the kind of books you are into. ❤😇 Love your channel! ❤

[@cindyh9172]

These are great tips, thank you! ✨ For passwords, I use the Dashlane app to store them and it has been super helpful!

[@meghanlivingstone]

I've heard of a few of those password apps! My fear has always been with security breaches, but that's probably just me being overly cautious.

[@AnjaTodorovic]

I'm happy i found you today, you seem like such a pleasant easygoing person. Hi!! Coat hangers: A year ago I bought 20 wooden black and white hangers for my husband and I. We only own those 20 hangers. If we ever find in the future that we need some more, that means we have to declutter our clothes, not buy new hangers (plus, the hangers I got were kind of expensive for that reason, so I am never be tempted to buy more)

[@BecauseitMatters]

Great idea! I should do that!:)

[@tonyc200708]

Love the tips Meghan. Will go over to Ashlynne's channel to give her some love & subscribe!

[@sarahthatcher123]

I just made the recipe from one of your previous videos...a chicken Indian dish...it was awesome and I like that it is so simple...I've purchased the groceries to make the other three recipes...thank you..now I have another healthy, easy recipe for my repertoire. I'm also sharing it with my mom and sister. .

[@meghanlivingstone]

Hey Sarah! I'm so so happy to hear you enjoyed that recipe! It's great having another recipe to add to your collection.

[@kbs7583]

Your video is a great source of valuable information and suggestions. It is a welcome find, along with your well thought out, professional and respectful way of delivering the message. And thank you, thank you for not referring to us in your audience as "you guys."

[@carrie-leehurzeler7413]

I think some people freeze the vegetable scraps and use them for vegetable stock so it’s a little more cost efficient in making their own.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Carrie-Lee Hurzeler yes! Very good point!

[@dque_2U]

Also saving citrus peels for Zesting,...and /or freezing them to throw in the garbage disposal (for a blast of citrus scent) 🌿💚

[@albertineanjani9630]

I swear these are my mom's advices but i barely listen to her haha (I showed my mom this video and she agreed). Anyway thank you for sharing

[@ilonaleclerclifeinusa]

I love that this video is longer 😊 I also try to make longer videos but I know its not very easy. Stay safe dear Meghan ❤️

[@meghanlivingstone]

It's nice sharing longer ones every once in a while! It took longer to get through 25 points so that was part of it :P

[@ilonaleclerclifeinusa]

Meghan Livingstone thats true :) ❤️

[@zionalynn7878]

Hi, was sent over to your channel from ashlynne. Just subscribed. Loving your content so far. :)

[@laurieb7176]

I’m here from Ashlynne’s channel. Thanks for the tips. I’ll be subscribing.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Laurie Barlow hey Laurie! Thanks for stopping by! 🤗

[@annyalmeida9]

@@meghanlivingstone Me too!

[@erickanyc8907]

It's so nice that you are so very helpful. I was so surprised that you would mention where you keep your purse, keys and wallet. Things you would never expect to happen in life can sometimes be absolutely astonishing. Be careful and be safe. 🙂💛

[@BecauseitMatters]

That is so true! I am always losing my keys😬😬😬

[@jyoti1201]

I was directed by Ashton’s video - thanks for tips!

[@YR-vz9ew]

Great video! Thanks for all the great tips! Super random but where did you get that cute lined fruit basket?😍🤗

[@meghanlivingstone]

Leah Faith Rosario it was from the dollar store I think actually! Haha. It’s cute, I love it!

[@annp.7221]

Yes number 20 is very important.. make it sure to kept it properly for privacy.

[@dawnborchers1203]

I type all accounts/sites in alphabetical order. Then I write the corresponding email address, UserID & Password/Pin in pencil next to them (in shorthand in case anyone gets ahold of them), because they always need to be updated. I separate personal and work items to make it even easier.

[@pleple20]

Hi Meghan , thx for the video and I can’t wait to start your suggestions 😊 would like to know If I prep the veggies before out into the fridge, will it lost its nutrient?

[@annawiberg2425]

Love your videos! Bert good tips, exept charge phones over night. It’s a fire hazard!Always keep an eye on charging phones. Instead i have a powerbank in my purse if i forgot to charge the night before

[@byivylu]

Hi Meghan! Ashlynne has sent me over to your channel. Thank you for the tips :)

[@JessicaTang9202019]

Hi Meghan i always love to watch you’re video.🥰

[@truthandbeautyco]

Great video: im surprised to be doing most of what youre doing. I guess i am a minimalist. I love the one for one rule.

[@ShalomSimplified]

Actually, from what I can tell, probably most people just have their browser memorize all their passwords for them. I have my passwords actually memorized (though I do sometimes get caught by passwords I forgot to change at the beginning of the year). They say not to use the same password for everything, but I use variations on the same password so that I can easily remember them without having to write them down. I have only met one person that I knew actually wrote down her passwords in a notebook, and she was a senior. Having said that, I do think that writing down your passwords is a good idea. I recommend using pencil, though, just because we're supposed to change our passwords at least once a year (some even recommend twice a year, at least for sensitive accounts). In fact, they sell little notebooks especially for that purpose, which I would strongly recommend over a piece of paper, as that would be so easy to lose. Plus, if you have a lot of passwords, it would be hard to find the one you want without the alphabetical system of a notebook. Or you could use a note app. We use ClevNote, which is free and has different types of notes (like checklists), one of which is specifically for online passwords.

[@annettejason2026]

Great advice thanks

[@breec3346]

I came over from Ashlynne Eaton! I love your channel! I subscribed!

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thanks so much for being here!! ❤️

[@paultheaccidentalminimalis2731]

Came here via Ashlynne.....seemed the colab worked lol.... great video....subbed and will be watching more

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thanks so much for subscribing, Paul! Happy to have you here :)

[@parisdallow]

Love the tips! Although if possible, don't hang your knitwear as it's really bad for the garments! Folding increases the longevity of those beautiful knits you have in your b-roll :)

[@aryamdawna1199]

Love your video and I’d a tour in your channel it’s a lovely channel, I’m a new subscriber from Ashlynne Eaton channel.🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷. Both of you are amazing and simple in a gentle way. Now I’ll go to continue watching your videos . And thanks for all your advices they are very nice.

[@audreyhertz301]

Hi. I came over from Ashlynne's channel. Good tips. I have more hangers than clothes lol. I am horrible with tracking my passwords as well. I need to get better at so much lol.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Thanks for watching Audrey!

[@tanyalynch3496]

Good vibes hello luv ur channel cozy simple humble😊💝

[@jessicacanfield5408]

I really liked this

[@pirhan]

I keep my compost in the freezer and when I'm preparing food I just bring that out to throw the ends/peels in. Edit: For grocery lists, I always use the back of the receipt to write down what I need for next time.

[@meghanlivingstone]

pirhan we keep our compost in the freezer too! Life changing. (And I also sometimes just use it for scraps instead of a bowl) 😊

[@rdrschannel5386]

Hi! Nice ideas and advices...

[@hannahbd9]

charging your phone at night can be a great idea but because it is plugged in longer than it needs to be it can wear down the baterry, is you want your phone to last longer try charging it in the afternoon/evening when you winding down

[@meghanlivingstone]

Good point. Charging in the afternoon/evening works too!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

#16 is for real. Email in particular. It’s easier on the laptop and then you don’t spend more time on the phone than you want.

[@sysf9772]

This is so helpful thankyou so much Meghan 💖🌹

[@loida6837]

The best ways

[@araavaraavroshan2774]

Love from kerala ❤

[@naomistuart3966]

Hi! New subscriber! You're amazing Ashlynne Eaton sent me :)

[@mmulligan7360]

Great video ashlyn sent me 😉

[@JenniferDavis-wt8km]

I watched Ashlynn's calab and she mentioned to see your part of the calab.

[@angelj652]

Superb💞👌

[@sarahzuniga4666]

Ashlynn Eaton. Sent me you way I been watch here for a while now. she great.

[@simplyw_daniela9536]

Came from Ashlynne’s channel. 🤍

[@JessicaBurgo]

I crave simplicity!!!

[@lorenajorge1622]

Saludos desde cuba ♥️♥️♥️

[@ambujkumar6322]

Its nice to see you talking

[@carolynnemilmine4147]

New to your channel from Ashlyn's channel. Just subscribed. Quick question...are you Canadian? Certain words you say sound Canadian..... I live in Alberta,Canada. Enjoyed your video! Thanks

[@richybtdsword9147]

Hi Meghan, I Love Your Channel, There are so many things that I learned from You, Thank you so much, you are big help for me, I am getting healthier and loving myself more, GOD Bless You More! With Love And Gratitude Richy from the Philippines

[@jessicacanfield5408]

I have heard that you can keep your passwords on your computer and scan your receipts so you can throw them away. THANK YOU to tell people to write these things down on paper. I have told people not to save important things only on your computer so it it crashes or the internet goes down you can still have access to your important papers

[@alicesfda563]

Summary 1.Put ingredients away as you cook 2.Check for old containers left over food 3.Use a bowl for scrappers 4.Have easily accessible healthy food 5.Prep certain veggies 6.Meal plan 7.Use a grocery list 8.Memorise each snack meal 9.Have an ongoing list 10.Make most use items easily accessible 11.Hang up your clothes 12.Have a designated spot for everything 13.Practice one in one out policy 14.Deckutter little spots that you use frequently 15.Buy in bulk 16.Do certain task on your laptop 17.Streamline your to-do list 18.Flag emails 19.Have the right number of coat hangers 20.Keep a list of passwords 21.Use reminders 22.Use envelopes of your important receipts 23.Charge your phone at night 24.Pause before making a decision 25.Go to bed at the same time each night

[@darwincruz20]

Ashlynn Sent me, and you sent me to her as well. I have been your subscriber for the past years.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Aw thanks great - thanks so much for following along :)

[@pannajustyna2282]

Thanks for the tips, very helpful, also you seem to be a very nice person! :) I just don't agree with one thing - keeping all your passwords written down on a piece of paper is not a good idea for safety reasons. Please keep that in mind. Have a nice day ;)

[@bronwyntully6058]

Hi Meghan, I here from Ashlynne Eaton's channel. I'm subscribed to hers! Will now subscribe to yours! I live in Melbourne, Australia

[@rachabeff3212]

Man, i always feel so stupid and useless but, I've thought of all of these things. I love simple. I felt like an empty headed nut before watching this. Thanks for reminding me my evil thoughts arent true

[@ChristineLosy]

Use a password manager like 1Password or Dashlane. It’s free, in the cloud, secure, makes it easier to login.

[@Trysty1978]

100% agree! I use LastPass and have done for years. I'd never write it on paper.

[@richasingh7595]

But since its on cloud I get paranoid that I can be accessed by other people...I mean the company can sell passwords

[@ChristineLosy]

@@richasingh7595 Yep and any company that you sign up to can do the same too :)

[@paulamoors]

I put my veggie scraps in the freezer for veggie broth.

[@meghanlivingstone]

Awesome! That's a great thing to do.

[@jmsl910]

good job! nice to meet you💕 here from ashlynne's channel.

[@meghanlivingstone]

jmsl 910 nice to meet you too! Thanks for saying hello 😊

[@melodiephoenix]

Password frustration is real!

[@mysteryworld8170]

🙌☕🙂