9 Minimalism FAQ's and Assumptions

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[@BenitaLarsson]

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[@lmo4879]

I'm a bit saddened by how rude or ignorant some of those assumptions are. Wow. To me minimalism is about living with only the things you want, need and use. Why is that so challenging to some people? Your clarity and stylishness is inspiring!❤

[@anaalves3658]

I was thinking the same thing. This must be comments from people that are new to Benita's channel and to the idea of minimalism. I thought that her response was perfect, what works for her might not work for you and that's okay 👍😁.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you, that's so sweet!

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

Honestly it seems like people want to pick fights from some of them. 😅 I'm not surprised tho, people forget the internet is not anonymous but they feel like they are so they just say whatever.

[@junehulton9776]

I am so pleased I come across the Benitas profile and videos....it really helps me focus and realise what is important...even more ..I don't need stuff... I agree with your post ... totally...

[@denisemarie485]

I think what is most disturbing is why they waste their time watching these type of videos in the first place lol.

[@lisad8388]

After divorce, I’ve downsized 3 times. What my daughter didn’t want was removed. At 60 I find that “stuff” and all the commercialism is exhausting. I’ve worked at creating a calm, neutral space in a one bedroom apartment that I love. 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love that! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@essay7425]

I am also living in a one room apartment - organized, clean, decluttered and free of stress! Without anything that exhausts me! Best wishes to you from Germany 💛🙋🏻‍♀️🌈

[@minimalist5555life]

I am 60 also and totally agree

[@danibryant9318]

I am in a 1600 sq ft house and I am always decluttering, it's just me and my hubby now, I hate extra stuff, I don't get excitement out of pulling all the boxes down to decorate for Christmas then putting them all away again, that just sounds so stressful to me although I did it for years, even seeing all the Christmas decorations in the stores makes me overwhelmed, I am looking now for what brings me peace in my home, I love the change I am 62, Maybe it's an age thing too

[@spoly8139]

I always feel lighter and less stressed after watching your videos. You always inspire me to downsize, de-clutter and live a more simple life. Your philosophy is very freeing...thank you Benita!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much, that's so sweet!

[@danibryant9318]

I agree

[@jolitama1634]

100% me too. Benita🥰

[@sharonwelden2567]

I know you are known for your minimalism, but I think when all is said and done your legacy will be coming to know oneself and creating a lifestyle unique to one’s identity. Your freedom is contagious!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, I appreciate that!😊

[@jayalexander6798]

spot on - Benita's freedom is contagious.

[@danibryant9318]

I agree, I am inspired to clean up and throw out after watching her videos

[@miriamalonso3959]

Agree. You are at peace w yourself and THAT is inspiring. ❤

[@luccamagic]

I was an educator and when I helped scholars prepare for exams and they had to spend a lot of time concentrating, every hour or so, I placed brightly colored construction paper on their study table. This has been known to WAKE UP the brain and helps extend study time. I share this because I can certainly understand the pallet you have chosen for calm and concentration, rest and refuge. As for me now, I am surrounded by color! I have lots of wonderful paintings and am a practicing artist, a writer, painter and potter. Color makes me HIGH!!!! And so, it is how I live now. I used to be a natural minimalist-it is a glorious way to live and I moved a lot between the States and Europe and it made things so easy. I was a musician when I was young and we had very little money, so minimalism was a calming and affordable way to exist in our world. Now, I am retired and I have more stuff than ever before. If I don't use something in a month's time, I make a note and it doesn't last long...As I am now settled and have roots I consciously purchased vintage furniture locally. When I buy clothes, I purchase quality and have a one-in, one-out policy and find purging therapeutic! Bravo to Sweden for the intricate and convenient recycling differentiation; Italy recycles as well, but the materials are not divided the way they are where you live. What a joy to come to your home and visit the cats and the calm...Thank you for sharing your time. Take care, S I want to say that when my parents died, I took photos of objects and photos and now have them in my phone so I can look at them when I want to remember and become nostalgic. If I had kept their things, they would be in a box and put away and I would look at them less, I think. Everybody has their vision of a life and I celebrate my friends' approach to memory and refuge. It comforts me to know they are happy, too.

[@anaalves3658]

I loved the line" has to replace their one pair of underwear, eventually!"🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BenitaLarsson]

Let us pray they will 🤣

[@elizabethbertsch3066]

I died laughing, too!

[@missmayflower]

I want to tell those people who think that they need more things as they get older that it’s really hard on your families when you die anyway. It makes even harder, though, when they are saddled with having to get rid of all your junk you’ve accumulated. I saw it over and over when I managed seniors apartments. Then I watched a friend get so overwhelmed when his parents died, leaving a two story house and enormous garage stuffed with things they hadn’t used in decades.

[@BenitaLarsson]

That is an excellent point!

[@wednesdaycherenkov2633]

I do not understand people policing others on the internet as if they were holding up the purity of minimalism, family affections, etc. I appreciate all the wisdom and cool solutions you have to share as well as the peeks into Swedish life. I'm looking forward to how you organize and style your new home -- and I love the calm palette!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so looking forward to moving in and sharing everything!

[@danibryant9318]

Yes, I can't wait to see her new home and what she does with it

[@sylviesherman4797]

I really appreciate how you presented your FAQ video. Instead of talking to the camera, you showed us real life examples. Thank you for addressing the assumptions which some people have. I like your perspective.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you enjoyed the video!

[@elizabethbertsch3066]

I agree! It was brilliant 😊

[@MyFocusVaries]

Cold-hearted? I just shake my head. I remember a decluttering show where the host was giving someone permission to declutter a painting their mother had done just before she died. He said, "The painting is not your mother, and it is not your mother's love." I found that very profound and very helpful when I consider what sentimental items to keep (hardly any)

[@MariaCastro-df2gi]

I watch your videos all the time. I’m not a minimalist, however I find you and your lifestyle so inspiring. I’m amazed that some of the questions and statements from the viewers have been so negative. Everyone is different. You are a wonderful inspiration. And even though, I can be a maximalist, I can recognize the gem 💎 of a person you are.💓

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that’s so sweet, thank you!

[@fancynancy2870]

I admire your discipline for not filling your home with decorative objects. I need to practice this. Sometimes things just look better in the store.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, I love window shopping but rarely bring new decor home unless I really need it.

[@MyFocusVaries]

My sister did some research into the impulse to buy and the regret after we do purchase things we don't really need. Research has found that there are some steps you can take to stop buying things, but also not feel deprived. Pick up the item and really look at it, give yourself that moment to enjoy it, then take a moment to consciously realize that moment is the most enjoyment you're going to get from the item, then put it back. All those steps make it so you don't feel a sense of loss for not having bought the item. I find it very helpful.

[@danibryant9318]

Once you do it, it's a game changer, I no longer have any decorations the house for all the seasons, sold everything even their containers, I can look forward to Christmas without feeling stressed

[@Alexandra-dh9kl]

I do it just like you and it gives me a calm and relaxed life: no colors (they hurt my eyes), no unnecessary "keepsakes". My memories are stored in my head and what I forget shall be forgotten. It's always tidy, it gives me a good overview and I have control over things, not things over me. I'm looking forward to see your new home and also how you will decorate it 🙂

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love it! And I’m so excited for the move! Soon!

[@smokeytrailcottage]

As I get older , I also find that all the stuff that was in my home when my children were young I just have no need to have. I love seeing your Minimalist life. I'm also living a Minimalist life and loving it. Please know that your Vlogs I so enjoy. ❤❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you’re enjoying them!

[@kathrynp7595]

I have come to realize I despise decorations so I decluttered them all , my local thrift store was thrilled. Your videos are my favorite 😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

What a great realization!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MyFocusVaries]

And even more, I despise picking up decor to clean it and around it!

[@danibryant9318]

awesome, I am right there with you except I sold all mine then the thrift got the las of them, feels like heaven

[@JaninaElyse]

Thank you for saying you aren’t very sentimental. That is me too! It’s very helpful to me to hear it said in such a matter of fact way, it’s okay to not be sentimental! Great reminder. ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Two peas in a pod, you and I 😅

[@JaninaElyse]

@@BenitaLarsson 😇😇

[@danibryant9318]

I am extremely sentimental but I was able to toss a ton of stuff as I don't want my daughter to be burden with the stuff when I pass, I even got rid of my year books, that was a tough one

[@cindyOkieGirl]

Hi Benita! Love your videos and can't wait to see your new apartment. You are such an inspiration to me as I continue to let go of the things that are weighing down my life. Every time I get rid of something, there is a little sense of relief, like the lightening of a burden. Every time you decide to get rid of something, I like to hear your explanation and it always makes perfect sense to me. Thank you for continuing the videos. I appreciate all the work that goes into them!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much!😊

[@monicaw101]

I hear you Benita and it seems I'm hearing myself. So many of my friends just don't understand my way of living but nothing makes me happier than having my home organized and cozy minimalist ... I got so many ideas from you by the way ... can't thank you enough !!❣

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching the videos!

[@essay7425]

Same 🙋🏻‍♀️💛

[@momof2momof2]

I think minimalism means something different for everyone. One can be a minimalist and have a lot of color in their homes. Or another person might love all white, or black etc. . As you said, need, use and love. I think those are the key elements. I could never be a minimalist, but I do love having a clean, tidy and spacious home. Thanks for the video ! 🥰🦃🍃🍁🍂💗✝

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching it!

[@candymay75]

As always, Bonita doesn't disappoint with her videos! ❤️ Love! It....!!! 💗💞💕💗💞💕💗💞💕

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!!

[@tiinanyman164]

I am a little bit sentimental and that’s why decluttering is hard for me. Your video prove that memories don’t need stuff at all! I love your lifestyle 👍

[@BenitaLarsson]

That makes it a bit harder but you can do it if you set your mind to it😊

[@jamiegibson2595]

In this chaotic world, I, too, appreciate the calm and comfort of a quiet and functional living space. I keep a box in my guest room closet floor and when it is full I pass the items on appropriately. It is an ongoing process.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Having a donation box is a great way to stay decluttered!

[@essay7425]

That‘s the point! 👍😊👍 In a chaotic world it is a lifesaver to have a calm, organized living space. This is what we can control and shape to feel as comfortable and in peace as possible!

[@danyvorphal]

I’ve said this before: I’m not a minimalist, nor is it my direct intention to be one… but I have found that owning less stuff has alleviated so much stress in my life. I love how soft and calming your videos and your home are. they have inspired me to pursue my own version of a relaxing home

[@lonnagraves7937]

Love your videos, always a fresh delight. I have decluttered probably half of my house, my closet, Christmas decor and sentimental things. It feels so freeing; and I only keep what I need or really want or has a very special meaning. I still have things to declutter, mainly my garage, but one day at a time. Looking forward to your new home videos.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Exactly! One day at a time and you’ll get there and can sigh even more in relief!

[@danibryant9318]

We have our garage to do as well, we have a 2 car garage and my side is cleaned out now to figure out how to get hubby's side looking pretty lol

[@marinaab7276]

Yes, we are all different and we can learn and get inspired from and by each other. What a boring world if we were all the same!!! Hugs from Northern California!!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I know! I’m glad there are differences!

[@julietruffing1359]

I love your use of bins. I realized that, in addition to keeping things tidy, bins act like drawers in places where things in the back of a shelf are inaccessible. Love your channel!

[@essay7425]

Dear Benita, I was nodding my head throughout the entire video - I understand, sign and underline every single word you say!! In the run of the past couple of years I reduced my belongings tp a similar minimum: I use, need and love every single item and go through them and declutter or replace every now and then. I got rid of all thouse hundreds of „memory items“ - I want to decide by myself when and who I would like to think of and don‘t want to be „urged“ doing so because these things are always somewhere in my living space. I have just moved from a small apartment in the countryside to a one-room apartment. It is actually really very tiny, but modern and somehow exclusive. It took me 2 weeks to decide to move and to complete the process - including packing, organizing and unpacking. My belongings fit into 25 boxes. There were times when I moved and only for my books I owned at these times required 17 boxes! 😂🙈 My furniture is white and timeless and easy to move and combine, so they fitted into the size and style of my new apartment easily. My clothes are 99% black and 100% timeless and of good quality. I take care of my belongings, keeping everything clean, pure and organized. I avoid colors as much as possible, even my cleaning rags and bathroom stuff are grey or of natural colors - I feel stressed and disturbed when my eyes are caught by a pink or orange towel hanging or drying around somewhere in my apartment which is furnished and equipped all white and grey all over. I think living in a pure, clean, tidy and minimal but cosy surrounding is absolutely satisfying and calming. And a decluttered lifestyle brings a lot of personal freedom and peace to me. All thumbs up for this video and all the other ones you have posted! And all my best wishes to you from Germany 🙋🏻‍♀️💛🌈

[@BenitaLarsson]

Sounds like we are very alike!

[@KateClark-nb1mi]

Benita, thank you for another inspiring video. The little mantra I say to myself when cleaning and organizing is..... 'be like Benita' :) (also, I'm sorry to hear that people have been so rude to you, telling you how you will feel about anything you do.) I'm looking forward to your next video already! :)

[@BenitaLarsson]

That’s so sweet, thank you!😊

[@danibryant9318]

be like Benita, my thoughts exactly

[@twilde3754]

I can't wait to see your new vintage home and the decisions you make for it! Happy Holidays Benita.

[@janetstephens9563]

I love watching your videos. I find them so relaxing, and provide inspirational info that helps me begin to declutter my environment.

[@kristenjohnson1808]

BAHAHAHA "Even an extreme minimalist has to replace their toothbrush (hopefully) and their one worn out pair of underwear-eventually!" lol that cracked me up! Thanks for another great video, Benita! I wish people wouldn't be so rude though, some of these really just floored me.

[@paleoeco2008]

Benita. I love your philosophy of life. I also like your objectivity in answering. You are my inspiration and watching your videos soothe me.

[@jeanamedina5107]

I admire how you are so confident in your decisions. People try to shake you but holding your ground in knowing what you need and don’t need is admirable. When my grandmothers house burned down, I realized that “stuff” can be replaced (or not). People and making memories are what we hold dear.

[@leeh5627]

Love your videos Benita, can't wait to see the new space 😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

I can’t wait for moving day! Getting closer!

[@JoamarJohnCanosa]

Couldn't agree with you! I love your honesty! I love how you answered the question directly and meaningful!!

[@marysusa6985]

I always love how you are so intentional with things and sounds like life in general. Always look forward to your new videos!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@juliebransfield529]

Benita, thank you so much for your calming, soothing video. Much appreciated after a particularly trying day!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m glad it was useful to you!

[@MinimalistLil]

I'm excited to see your new place! Your videos always make me feel so good. 🙂

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@TheKharju]

Love the dress and how you styled it with the shoes! Investing in beautiful, quality natural fabrics is well worth it!

[@sharpatite4684]

How gracefully you've handled some graceless questions and remarks! Well done and thank you for the inspiration.

[@monicamr4056]

Live so much your videos. The peace, quietness, this swedish vibe they provide. They encourage me to pursue my own decluttering and simple living process. Looking forward seeing your new place. Regards from Spain.

[@jayalexander6798]

I am so ready for the videos about your new appartment!!!! Can't wait!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I am so ready too! As soon as I’ve moved!

[@doveandolive1153]

I have great admiration for you as you have and are working towards what works best for you and do not judge others♥What works for you is great what works for me is great! I recently mentioned to a neighbour I'm working on reducing my 'stuff' 'decluttering'. To the point that if I were to move I would want to be able to pack up everything in a day without having to decide should I take it, recycle it, donate it or garbage. It really is mind blowing what we are holding on to, but now I see I want to hold on to things I love, or have a purpose; everything else is no long necessary. It feels freeing and embracing the less is more for my home. It will take time but already seeing a difference.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Decluttering is so freeing!

[@pauline9933]

So inspiring I love your white minimalist look ! I have a one bedroom flat and I love minimalism and decluttering it's so freeing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It IS so freeing!🙌🏻

[@radd1975]

I enjoyed so much watching this video. Thanks Benita. You're truly my minimalist guru:)

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that’s so sweet, thank you!

[@susan5661]

Such a lovely video Benita. I always feel calm and centered after watching and reflecting on your videos. You have been so helpful on my minimalism journey

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy if my videos have inspired you a little!

[@cora0974]

You live the life, that you love and that is good for you and that is amazing. How stressless, that you are so clear. I need a little bit more of stuff to feel good but I like the clearness of your point of view. We all need it to live our way of a lucky life.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yes, exactly, we all have different needs and that’s ok!

[@judyescobedo4769]

I love that you are a minimalist. I have learned so much from you. Thank you so much!! I also love those shoes you are wearing in this video. Practicality is a dirty word to some but I really feel it enriches my life.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! The shoes/slippers are from Zara Home!

[@tiff688]

Benita I love your minimal style! I, unfortunately, am a sentimental fool and have SO much stuff from generations before me. I've finally come to terms with letting stuff go and have spent the last year peeling back the first couple layers. Love your videos!

[@cathybroadwood6938]

Glad that's out of the way. Looking forward to seeing more about your new place!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m excited to share once I’ve moved!

[@nagij57]

I love your videos! Iwas going through the same process a few years ago. I feel so much better now living in a bright and minimalistic place, beautiful but calming the eye and the mind. This is my choice and I'm happy with it. Can't wait to see what you're going to do with the new place.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So excited to share after I’ve moved in!

[@al2591]

Love your answers. I share the same level of minimalism as you do. I don't need the stuff to have a full and memorable life. Thank you, Benita.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@loristerling3877]

I love your lifestyle, your organization, your style. It is fresh, relaxing and refreshing!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@JustCallMeAnnie]

I love what you shared about the sentimental items.

[@degunver7672]

Great video. I had to wait a day until I had a quiet time alone to watch on the BIG screen. I enjoy the soothing music. I love the way you film LIGHT, just beautiful. 😊 I will miss your apartment- isn’t that funny? A place I’ve never been. However I am SO looking forward to the reveal of your new place. I can’t wait to see how you decorate. Your style is inspiring. Thanks for delivering great content. Much appreciated 😊

[@debbiepalmer1094]

I love your home, it's so peaceful. Before watching the video I was looking at some cute Christmas decor items and thinking to myself I didn't need them no matter how cute (but I still kind of wanted them), watching your relaxed and calm home just confirmed that for me that I don't want the clutter. x

[@donnalusk995]

I enjoyed this video as I do all of them. They evoke a sense of peace and calm. You are right. We are all different and need our space to be a reflection of who we are. We need our space to make us feel peaceful. I lived in a very small beach cottage and got used to and loved the small space and minimalist ideas. I had to think carefully about what I bought. I am now remarried and am working towards a more minimalist home and love the capsule wardrobe idea. I so appreciate your videos. Thank you. God Bless.

[@BenitaLarsson]

The beach cottage sounds lovely! Have fun making your new home, home!

[@kseniav586]

That dress looks wonderful on you! Such a beautiful piece. Looking forward to your moving videos!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love it so much and it will be so useful to have when I feel the need to dress up!

[@martha4136]

Kind of you to address the questions, I enjoyed the video and have always been inspired by them by you. Thank you.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm so happy you enjoy them, thank you!

[@tinalemna7998]

I feel the same way you do about possessions and have had people say the exact same things to me. Nope! I’m fine with my wardrobe and the amount of things I have. Good luck with your move! Exciting times for you. ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Isn’t it odd when people project onto you? And thank you, exciting times indeed!

[@irishussong8197]

Dear Benita! Clear and self confident, also empathetic with other opinions! I really like that! Thx again for another great video! Cheers from Iris🤩

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you for watching!😊

[@penny3767]

Great video. So well written and shot, and well said! Good luck with the move, I can’t wait to see what you do with the new space. Off to declutter my socks. Lol Take care as you settle in! 🌻 Hugs to M&B!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha, have fun with your 🧦🧦

[@Back_To_Basics]

I have been watching your chanel ever since you started and it has greatly transformed not just my physical space, but my headspace to let go of stuff that I don’t need. Your videos always motivates me whenever I needed the push to clean and let things go. You are doing great Benita and I still have so much to learn from you! 🙌🏻

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I’m so happy they’ve helped!

[@CherylPLee]

Hello Benita, recently chanced upon your channel and I'm grateful for that. Thank you for sharing your take on minimalism us. It'll be interesting for me personally, if you were to share more ideas on sustainability in minimalism. You do you and you are great at what you're doing! Keep up the good work ❤

[@gkreyl8700]

I'm so excited for your move. I would sooner declutter and tidy than go out for dinner with friends. The feeling of peace and satisfaction it gives me is amazing. Love your videos Benita.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh, I’m with you on that most of the time!

[@coolingwinds]

It’s pretty cool that she’s not so attached to things, and finds value in spending time with her people. The older I become, the less stuff I want, let alone need in my life. Great tip on textile recycling. I didn’t know that such a thing existed. Because of Benita, I searched for and found one near me. Score!👍🏾😉🥰

[@kimirvine8018]

Love your videos they really inspire with me. I've been decluttering for years and slowly but surely my wardrobe is getting smaller and smaller and my drawers, cupboards and storage spaces are getting clearer. I'm buying only clothes that suit my lifestyle and that I can wear everyday. I feel my home is now staying clean and tidy without having to rule out mornings to do a clean. The odd five minutes here and there keep it looking good. The journey goes on and watching your videos always give me a little nudge to get a bit more done. Thank your

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love that you’ve been able to really feel the benefit of decluttering!

[@loricone3184]

Thank you for being my inspiration. I declutter every day or organize 1 small space. My home is looking calmer and calmer. I can’t even remember what I sent out of my life. Thank you! ❣️

[@catherinelee1064]

There are many voices in this world. We focus on what brings us good energy. I’m still trying to be as minimal as possible. It’s a journey and I enjoy learning through your videos. Your videos bring me a lot of calm and soothing vibes, and I really love to watch / rewatch them during every breakfast. I’m super excited with your upcoming videos on your new move. YEAH 🥳

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thanks so much for watching!

[@suesmith4197]

Decluttering is my project this winter since I will be in the house more. I agree about not saving sentimental stuff. When I moved last year, I threw out tons of photos. They are now stored in my heart & mind 😌. As for a Christmas tree, I use a ceramic one a family member made that lights up. Perfect. Great video!

[@BenitaLarsson]

The cold and dark season is a great one for decluttering!

[@eugenia3952]

Dearest Benita, I really admire you so much. Your videos are always an inspiration to me. I find your way of life very interesting and I like the absence of judgment of this video, we are all different and unique on this earth. Thank you for sharing your insight and experience with us. And I can't wait to see your new apartment! With love, Eugenie

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that’s so sweet, thank you!

[@traceymp1405]

Good Morning, Benita! (Morning for me 😀) I love your fashion sense - I do believe my fashion sense is that way unintentionally - I have a basic wardrobe, but I love fashion ❤ - I don't purchase trendy items (everything is very basic and I buy quality - so it lasts longer). I support local as well - actually more often than I even realize. I like the phrase 'living with intention' - I feel this describes the journey I am on currently. I am decluttering, at a very slow pace - but I am doing it, I feel very accomplished and 'light' (if that makes sense). Yes, we are all different - and I love that! Thank you so much for all that you share with us - enjoy your week. 💗💓💗

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love that feeling of "lightness" too after a declutter!

[@gothgammy666]

Need use and love…that seems like a perfect method for deciding what to keep even if you aren’t a minimalist. I often struggle with what to keep or get rid of. I recently moved and we have a lot to go through when spring comes. I’m going to keep this in mind! I think it will be extremely helpful! I also agree that people often project their own feelings about things onto minimalists. I’ve often wished I could be better at living with less. You know what you need. You seem very content with your life. I’m very much looking forward to seeing how the new apartment comes along.

[@MyFocusVaries]

I love the continual inspiration I draw from your videos. I have always been fairly minimal and did a major reduction during the pandemic. We reduced our wardrobe so much we were able to remove a closet in the matter bedroom. Someone asked us what we were making room for. Our answer: "Light and space!"

[@jonathanweavill4700]

I so enjoy your videos Benita. I find them very relaxing & calming. I do agree many of us do have too much ‘stuff’ cluttering up our lives. I hold up both hands & am guilty as charged on that one! So I have now decided I, too, am going to endeavour to start de cluttering my home as a result of your inspiring posts. Can’t wait to see your new home when you eventually move in! Best wishes. 😀

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay for you! Have fun!

[@jonathanweavill4700]

@@BenitaLarsson Wish me luck! I think I’m going to need it 😂

[@carolinemcgowan9148]

Just a perfect video .. Thank you for taking the time to make it for us .. I am astonished at other peoples harsh words ..and I am so sorry that you have had to receive this from others .. I personally am extremely grateful to you for all that you so for us , Keep up with the hard work because it means more than you know to all of your viewers who truly appreciate your words, and look forward to the new films on Tuesdays . PS .. You also reminded me that I really did need to order some new socks x

[@BenitaLarsson]

I really enjoy making them! Have fun sock shopping!🧦

[@modernfiftytv]

Love watching your video, so peaceful. Sometimes I am dreaming of a minimal house, but most of the time I enjoy my adult, messy children living with me. I only can have my bedroom the way I want and we agreed to keep the living room organized, but the rest, oh well, messy.

[@BenitaLarsson]

When you live with others of course you’ll compromise!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@AmySmith-hh5yn]

Glad to see a new video, it always makes my ❤️ happy.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm so happy you enjoy them!

[@svetla7185]

Love it as always, Benita! ❤️

[@angelahangartner6035]

I have been set free of keeping things because they belonged to significant people. I agree, each to their own. I have recently moved house, am aghast at how large the collection of goods are, that fill up the very large garage. I am freshly inspired to declutter yet again. My small simple wardrobe is wonderful. Less choice, but items that are artistic and beautiful. All in all, declutterting is taking me to the simple clear clean living I used to follow 30 years ago, prior to four children and a full house. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, I take those I love and utilize them in my way.

[@actuaryaltair6280]

can't wait for your new exciting videos, I have enjoyed this one so much!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you liked it!

[@michaelasegol3814]

As you say, we're all different, but I find myself agreeing with your answers every time. Your brutal honesty is so refreshing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@dtdt2721]

I love that you use your teapot to water your plants! I think I will start using a large one I have, that just sits in my china cabinet looking pretty!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Mine is actually a watering can! I found it at a local flea market for 2 dollars. I did have someone commenting on another video that he uses a real teapot for his plants! Such a cool idea!

[@dtdt2721]

@@BenitaLarsson , See what you started! Haha, enjoy your day!

[@christellevejzovic4653]

Once more thanks again for your nice vidéos. I really enjoy them. I was really surprises by some assumptions and I love the peacefull feeling we have lookingvat your home😊. I am also declutering and explaining why I am not keeping everything but only what i used, need and love. Your are inspiring me in fact😉. Thanks!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching them!

[@mrsmdcrab]

I second all the comments regarding the negative judgmental sentiments. I love your channel, have been inspired by you, and am gleefully awaiting your new apartment reveal!

[@diannerabon3524]

I love how intentional you are with your possessions. As a mom of five in a small home, I am somewhat forced to purge things regularly. I am not sentimental about most things, I think because I lost my home in a fire as a teenager and realize that the important things are not stuff. Excited for your new space! Thanks for sharing with us.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@sabinegoetz1448]

I am surprised by the questions people ask. Do they ask themselves why they feel the need to surround themselves with stuff, while continuing to buy more stuff. Why keep items which serve no purpose or function, or are kept boxed in a garage or storage unit and not used or valued. In my youth I subscribed to more is better until I understood the depth of influence by marketers, as well as understanding I was often accumulating to fill a void in my life. I now live with intentionality. Every person who has come to my home, comments on how calm and comfortable they feel. Such a lovely compliment. Benita, your vlog will encourage people to maybe think about their own environment.

[@BenitaLarsson]

That is a lovely compliment to receive!

[@patritter2642]

I love how you respond to the comments that project how you will feel or make a judgment. You find humor in it, respect the commenter and restate your minimalist position. How very kind and mature. Inspiring.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I try to keep up with every single comment the first day 😊

[@schotcey]

Totally understand the aesthetics. Looking forward to my own minimal home.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay for paring down and creating what you want for yourself!

[@monalisa6599]

Good evening Benita and thank you very much for this beautiful video, it is always a pleasure to meet you again. I really like the layout of your bright accommodation filled with softness. As Renaissance genius Leonardo da Vinci said, “Simplicity is supreme sophistication”, and I agree with him completely. Bonsoir Benita et merci beaucoup pour cette très belle vidéo, c'est toujours un plaisir de vous retrouver. J'aime beaucoup l'aménagement de votre logement lumineux rempli de douceur. Comme a dit le génie de la Renaissance Léonardo da Vinci « La simplicité est la sophistication suprême » et je suis tout à fait d'accord avec lui.

[@lillberrysweet5420]

Benita! I love your response to these questions. Keep doing you. Oh by the way, I live near a little township here in the U.S. a park in the waterfront was settled by the Swedes. They gave Dani a there and I got a chance to view inside. It made me feel closer to you and Sweden 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you!😊

[@carlagarrett8584]

I love the rocking office chairs, I am going to buy one when I can, its great!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s this one muista.eu/?aff=5 (affiliate link)

[@cathybaird7207]

As I was watching this, my husband came in looking for a recipe binder someone gave me 30 years ago with his (not my husband’s) grandma’s authentic Mexican recipes. Never once did I make anything from that binder, so recently I passed it on as I will do all my recipe books soon. You are an inspiration.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Recipes can be such clutter! Most of the time one only uses a few on rotation!

[@cherrycato1940]

I have been enjoying your videos for a long time now… my home is all neutral pallet and I love it so does my husband. So calming. So sad that some people have to comment negatively. Just don’t watch I say. Looking forward to seeing your new apartment. Much love from NZ 💕🍒

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoy my channel!

[@mrmidnight8975]

Watching your video is like watching waves of the calm sea 😊😊😊😊. Soothing, gentle and moving continuously

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much!

[@RitaTarianarion]

Hi!!! Love your videos! I think your home is so beatiful, calm and relax. Very inspiring! 🥰

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@lisadavis4279]

I am in the process of downsizing as well. I still have a long way to go. Everytime I declutter a drawer, piece of furniture or category, I do feel better. I love the look and feel of a simple, Scandinavian, minimalist space like yours. One day I will get there. Keep up the good work and continue to live the life that makes you happy.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Decluttering is so satisfying, isn’t it!

[@kalinaluz1106]

That was fun! Why I keep getting surprised by how many people do not understand that the minimalism essence is the act of letting go, not some specific box number you have to own. Minimalism is just the opposite of the consumerism. Finding the balance of desires and needs liberate us to be more ourselves. I am waiting for your new home room tour 🏡

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m excited to share my new place once I’m officially in!

[@bdoll1012]

I love the peaceful look of your apartment. My favorite color is gray, i have a lot of gray, it makes me feel good.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It makes me feel good too!🐭