9 Principles Of Essentialism

Ive been following the principles of essentialism and minimalism for a few years now and its changed my life.
While essentialism by greg mckeown was more geared toward your work life and time management I've taked these principles and kind of adapted them to be more useful in every day life. while minimalism and essentialism are similar there are definitely some great points from both sides that have changed my life.
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Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown
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Whats one book has changed your life? Selfishly looking for recommendations to add to my list 📚☕🙏

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KJV Holy Bible

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The Why Are You Here Café :)

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Richest man in Babylon - quick read with great nuggets of financial wisdom.

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This is a tough question.There are soo many good books.

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Factfulness

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Even at 60 years old and being retired, I’m finding your videos so beneficial. Thank you!

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That's awesome to hear!

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Same here! Always more inspiration, and learning here. I'm sick of being busy. Even though I say no, often, I need to learn to say no to more activities.

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EVEN at 60?

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"Don't complain about what you have the power to change!"

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My complaints are because it takes 400% more effort to do basic things.

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I’ve been called selfish with my time, but my time is so valuable to me! I’m not going to waste it doing social activities that mean nothing to me. It’s hard turning people down, but you’ve got to protect your time. Like you said, you’re not turning down the person, you’re just turning down the activity.

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Oh I have too. Selfish is not a time thing as much as a heart issue. I know people who would give the shirt off their backs but need lots of time to care for all their responsibilities.

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🔥 Its a hard thing to do but life changing

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@@GabeBult Yes. It comes down to knowing people well & choosing things that both people have an interest in. And there are millions of choices!

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You don’t need to apologise for being selfish .

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Pondering over this

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*If you are reading this, never ever give up. We will succeed. I'm cheering for you!*

[@VivacityTS]

I'm 59 and was at a fork in my road. Worked for the man my whole life and hardly did anything I really wanted to do. I watched and keep watching your videos and wished I had heard all of this a lot sooner but still feel fortunate to absorb this now. I have made some concrete decisions going forward because it's not too late to edit my goals and focus on the things I really want to do, which is to really live.

[@MarkFarfan]

I'm much newer to essentialism and minimalism that you are, but I'm going all in on it!

[@auntylinda7640]

Everyone's ultimate goal is self discover/awareness. Go inward, Gabe. Love and light xxx🙏

[@Renata-wh7vn]

two of the books that have really changed the way I look into the world and into myself is "The power of now" by Eckhart Tolle and "The four agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz.

[@GabeBult]

ive read the Eckhart Tolle books i havent done the other yet i think i even have it

[@teresastorms3774]

I'm about halfway through Essentialism. It's a good read, and makes so much sense!!

[@GabeBult]

Awesome great book! It really does

[@cinnamonoatmeal9998]

Just ordered that book from the local library, it's on HOLD.

[@skyblue5588]

Can’t wait to read Greg’s book!

[@ReSprout]

*Your Money or Your Life* and *The 4-Hour Work Week* were important books for me. Oddly, I don't think it was individual specific messages they each had, but the general philosophy they both shared: mainstream culture is broken, you will not be fulfilled living a lifestyle of consumerism or overwork (respectively), and the only way to escape either is to take drastic and wildly unconventional action. And most importantly, those actions were ok, and they had been successfully taken by others before me. When I began explaining to friends and family why I was working half-time, paying off my mortgage at triple speed, and renting out my house while everyone I knew was doing the exact opposite of all this (working overtime, taking out home equities, selling their homes and upgrading), these are the books that backed me up with encouragement. And where I'm at today financially is a direct result of these books and many others like it.

[@SHines-qk9qj]

Your Money or Your Life made a huge impact on me years ago when I first read it, kind of turned my thinking inside out!

[@ReSprout]

@@SHines-qk9qj It really is a choice - money OR life. Choose one. What's most important? 🤯

[@ReSprout]

0:24?! Can we please talk about awesome this shot is!? I started watching your videos for the productivity lessons and stayed because of your dry sense of humor and dope camera shots. Always inspiring me for my channel. Love your videos man! Keep 'em coming!

[@michaels.maguire9569]

The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey is a life changing book. Another great video!

[@GabeBult]

I haven't gotten to that one yet I'm not a huge fan of Dave Ramsey

[@TheEllaTB]

I have read it and it is a great book for someone waking from the slumber of common consumerism. However, you have progressed in such a direction that you might not find very useful. There was a time when I needed to cut up my credit cards. however this season I have boosted my income with several hundred dollars using credit cards. You have to know yourself and your goals and you need a lot of self control, but I'm learning there are other ways to do things.

[@MK-zf6or]

@@TheEllaTB exactly! its a great book but anyone who doesn't consume impulsively doesn't need to read it, I personally don't even spend $10 on something I dont need

[@analiseknight1717]

I’m currently reading this one, as part of my 21 self awareness books in 2021.

[@MK-zf6or]

@@analiseknight1717 enjoy the book! I found it boring since I already knew about finances, but def worth a read and good for a beginners book, Id recommend rich dad poor dad instead since it explains it in a better way tho.

[@analiseknight1717]

I’ve been a practicing minimalism for the last year. I stumbled on your videos yesterday and love them. There has been something I have gleaned from all of them.

[@canadafree2087]

I watch not just because of the subject, I watch because of you. There are so many minimalist KZbinrs out there who got into minimalism 5 minutes ago and are now telling us how wonderfully perfect it all is. With you we get to watch you try different things and not all of them work. Never trust anyone who doesn't make mistakes. As for Elon Musk, he is successful not because he sleeps less, but rather because he is Elon Musk. Find your own way and be the youest you that you can be ;)

[@GabeBult]

Thanks I really appreciate it! Absolutely Elon musk is successful because he has Elon musk lol one of a kind that dude

[@neogeoriffic]

Do you know what's not essential? My golf clubs, tent and inflatable mattress that have remained untouched in my closet for at least 10 years. Time to toss 'em! Thanks

[@impactingothers3354]

Geez finally another good book that understands me. I'm on the same page with everything in " essentialism" so far.

[@doom9812]

It’s great to here your enjoying your life! I love your videos! They are really helping me! Keep it up!

[@GypsyWolf7]

That winter/snow road footage was beautiful.

[@arunshankars8398]

I have often felt that possessing a new thing does not translate to greater happiness. You buy a new phone or a new watch, and you feel good about it for the first few days. After that, you're only as happy as you were earlier. I would rather spend my life watching great movies, reading good books, and spending quality time with my family than just accumulating stuff, apartments and land.

[@theshyone28]

So excited to Finally pick up my hold at the library on Essentialism tonite! Just read one book tuesday night within 2.5 hrs & it was life changing. This one I'm sure will be also.

[@catherineg.1740]

It's a great book indeed ! You're videos are getting more and more beautiful. Watching from Paris, I appreciate these video breaks among the american landscapes and homes, with all that wood everywhere ! You're lucky to have discovered minimalism/essentialism at your young age. It would have saved me a lot of worries and useless efforts if I had known about it earlier... Go on with your work, and less but better and better !

[@GabeBult]

Thanks for watching from paris!

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You are one of the nicest people on You Tube!!! I hope you continue to be blessed and do well!!

[@gailjlyons2000]

Gabe, thank you for sharing what you've learned, passing on great tips and eye opening books. Your work here is appreciated.

[@GabeBult]

Glad it can help !

[@nuggetsss2526]

i have learnt to say NO over the years. it really set me free.

[@Autisticheather]

Your closing remarks were very sweet. Gratitude =happiness!!

[@PresentMastery]

So happy I found your channel before 2020 ended, can't wait to watch your future videos. :)

[@ohwhatnowlisa514]

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. I read it when it first came out and listen to the audiobook at least once a year. You can find it on KZbin and listen while you walk or do something else. Love your channel and have noticed the evolution of content. Keep up the good work!

[@bettyslowwastelife9731]

I firstly listened to this book twice. I have read this book so many times! I love this book! It is interesting that you gleamed different things from the book from me. My main thing was the trade off what are you trading off by doing this and the buffer allowing you to be prepared. So sweet message at the end! Been here for a while on your channel seen huge growth in you! 👍

[@rebeccafly9432]

great list. I realized when you said exploration that trying things and finding what works for me has definitely been a part of the process. Its been a few years since I read "Essentialism". You are inspiring me to re-read it. I hope you get your interview with the author.

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You way of saying thank you and being honest made my day😍❤️

[@pratibha1976]

Great content as always!

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Such a good point. People think you need to be busy to be happy...not true

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Love your videos , you're such an inspiring person 😌😌 love from Greece 🇬🇷❤️

[@GabeBult]

Thanks 👍 Greece is on the short list for travel

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Hey mate just wanted to say the lighting and editing is definitely night and day compared to your older videos. I hope your channel keeps growing as with yourself.

[@GabeBult]

Thanks! I hope you can say the same thing in a year I definitely have a long way to improve

[@DavidDavisDH]

I just read Essentialism last week, thanks for talking about in this video, that's why I was interested on reading it.

[@munirasultana2313]

Great Video, Gabe 💖

[@maggiebernadette8667]

So glad I found your channel Gabe😊. My husband and I decided a more minimalist lifestyle was the best option for us and our three young children. We are still at the start of this journey, but the results so far have been amazing. Removing the excess and clutter from our lives, removing that distraction has brought us all so much closer and made us immensely happier😊. I'm in the process of reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, and am loving it, great recommendation👍. Your videos are so insightful and I really enjoy them. Happy New Year😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@GabeBult]

Happy new years ! Glad they can be of some help in your journey

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Some of the most relatable and valuable content out there! ↗️↗️↗️↗️↗️

[@GabeBult]

Thanks Jeff that's the goal

[@guscandido]

Awesome 👏🏻 I loved the book Essentialism

[@Deb-hu4jj]

Another great thought provoking video. Thanks!! And I definitely agree with the the thoughts on sleep!

[@GabeBult]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@angelicacole40]

“Essentialism” is a fabulous book. 😊

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I love this content, and the visual vibe if the video! I could tell even before you mentioned the editing, how much time you put into these videos. ❤

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Great! I love watching your videos coz I learn a lot.

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Thank you, Gabe!💙👍

[@GabeBult]

Welcome!

[@feelfree799]

I started 40 Days through Genesis by Ron Rhodes. So far so good.

[@tessahascec4673]

I love this book, I already read it! Great video about its main points, hopefully this way it helps even more people! 😊

[@GabeBult]

Thanks 👍

[@faydraa]

I *loved* this video. I mean I probably love all of them, but this one resonated even more. I'm so happy that people are more and more promoting this kind of lifestyle, so much healthier. (Happy new year, merry christmas, happy easter, and birthday, and everything 😂)

[@taviyo]

Essentialism is a great book. It would be nice to get the author to come visit you. Glad you are getting your direction figured out. As always you make great content.

[@patwilkinson2182]

Great video! You are amazing and provide excellent information. Thank you!

[@GabeBult]

Glad it was helpful!

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Hey Gabe I just recently subscribed happy I did love your content and you are really inspiring

[@jrcannon8945]

Happy New Year....wish ya Happy, Balanced an Rich life!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks same to you JR!

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Thank you so much - this inspired me to be more focused on less ❤️ I tend to gap over all these things I want to do.

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Great video!

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You are amazing! Nice thoughts, well done! 👏🏽

[@GabeBult]

Thank you so much!

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Congratulations on your new home! A packing & moving video would be nice. :)

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I like your videos Gabe, they are light and their way of talking is simple to understand, I want your channel to grow, thanks for the videos! 🇧🇷

[@GabeBult]

I appreciate that!

[@investyourmoney6348]

Someone said say yes to your kids as much as you can. I tried it and I think it brings out how often we do say no to them. Just a good relationship builder & I try to yes to people as much as I can in small tiny ways bc my time is valuable.

[@s_e_w_p_h_i_e]

Love love love 'The Art of Frugal Hedonism: A Guide To Spending Less While Enjoying Everything More' ~ It's a short book, but always inspiring. I read it at least twice a year...

[@rosarioescobar8255]

Great content

[@raphaellopes4906]

I paused your video to listen to the audiobook : essentialism by greg mckeown, five days later I'm back to watch the rest of your video. Thanks for the tip

[@bobbyjan788]

Book to check out, maybe you have already read, but the book Food Rules by Michael Pollen is quite interesting in applying essentialism to diet, food lifestyle

[@elizabethlandazuri1117]

Thank you ..your videos are amazing..

[@GabeBult]

Glad you like them!

[@pamelawalton1255]

So important to pause and step away, go have a walk get out in nature you don't need to go on a hike, can you be in your garden get used to spending time by yourself clear your head spend sometime figuring out what you are aiming at you have the answers you need to free yourself up from the distractions around you, simplify and get clear with what you want or you will always be going round in circles not getting what you want.

[@rebeccarendle3706]

Love this great!.. Thanks :)

[@dee1458]

Essential/Essentialism as a word itself is a term I can better relate to than "minimalism" (I'm in neither movement nor camp). It is more realistic, pragmatic, practical, intentional and purposeful, and that also doesn't evoke a bare to the bones room, with just 3 items in it.

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Explored your channel recently.. Good content bro

[@GabeBult]

Appreciate it!

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Great video

[@gingerstrait836]

Josh Becker’s book, Things That Matter, is amazing!

[@honorablelady1590]

Loved your interview with Demetri Pancini. Great 2minute rule!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it thanks for coming over here

[@rubyred765]

@@GabeBult I'll check it out and I know people in high places, so I'll put in a good word for you with the author of "Esstentialism."

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I appreciate you sharing! I would def be interested in learning more about your real estate ventures if ever you were willing.

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Me too. I'm thinking of going into real estate.

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Thanks

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Aw the snow!

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Consistently good.

[@kiwikim5163]

Oh my gosh. I never felt successful because I could not accomplish all my to do list at the end of the day. Rethinking everything. Also, analyzing how to clean the house faster. Radically reducing the decor has helped.

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Appreciate YOU 👍 🌀

[@GabeBult]

🙏☕

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good stuff!

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Great video, loved the music! ❤

[@GabeBult]

thanks me too lol

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@@GabeBult lol!

[@pratibha1976]

Love how I'm watching this video nearing Jan 4 2022, my birthday! On time :)

[@pandabossanna]

Learning to say no is my biggest blocker - I need to do more of it!

[@GabeBult]

its kinda ingrained in us these days

[@sunlight567]

Your videos are edited well!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks 👍

[@tsimmonds55]

Hey Gabe. I was wondering where u been. But if stopping for a sec gave you time to focus on other important things in life I understand. We all need to sometimes. I love your videos so keep doing what you are doing and I will eventually get used to the less videos a week.

[@GabeBult]

Taking a break from social media for the most part and just doing one video a week for my mental health

[@shakeitoff5148]

I'd recommend again "Margins" Swenson. It really was life changing.

[@GabeBult]

I'll check it out thank you!

[@nickelsanddimes4890]

Good book.

[@themurleka]

For me my biggest struggle is fear that if I don't put in 100 percent in everything I do, I will lose my job, or my kids will live in a messy house, or my husband will be unhappy. I always think that I should be responsible for everything. So letting go and saying no to myself is the biggest struggle in my minimalism journey. Because it's not about the stuff, it's about our mind and attitude.

[@GabeBult]

That's definitely a hard one

[@impactingothers3354]

Yes our husbands and others need to make themselves happy. We are only ONE person for goodness sakes.Take care of your house before the physical house.😊

[@anastasiaelizabeth8832]

Happy New Year’s, Gabe! You are so motiving and I love your positivity 😊

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love it..

[@GabeBult]

Thanks!

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Life is like editing a KZbin video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@GabeBult]

100%

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My one book is “things you only see when you slow down” by Haemin Sunim! Its got great quotes and it really learned me a lot!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks!

[@ana419]

Funny, I just got done watching your other video on the 10 principles of essentialism with essentilly the same content!

[@MK-zf6or]

super late but Gabe read "cant hurt me" by David Goggins, that book changed my life.

[@GabeBult]

Awesome thank you! It's actually on my list

[@helengibbs5255]

The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F##K by Mark Manson. Brilliant read!!

[@clairewillow6475]

Same!

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My Second Grade level chair recommended this book to me! We teachers do give a F###K, the kiddos are the most important part of teaching... the other nonsense, not so much!!

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Talking about the goals , this is a funny story , being in an interview the attendee just need to answer the question of " How would you set your goal and what was that goal ? ", an answer was spoken out very quickly without any delay : '' My simple goal is just to look for someone , who would be able to support me in the long term .!." 😆👍

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😳Who dose your hair? Looks AMAZING👏👏👍

[@happygolucky6284]

I’m the same as you with sleep. ‘Why we sleep’ is a great book. You may have already read it? I take naps if my body tells me I need to. I don’t fight it. 8-9 hours is perfect for longevity and protecting the brain from degeneration,

[@GabeBult]

i haven't i but its on the list thanks!

[@VitalBigras]

A book that changed my life "The wealthy barber". My wife and I have applied numerous tips from that book and we have managed to work only 16 hours a week for the last 30 years

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I see you got that bokeh down now, looks awesome!

[@GabeBult]

working on it haha

[@guillaumel2049]

Hi Gabe! Happy new year! I'm sure you will reach 100k subscribers by the end of 2021! (I hope you will always remember the people who watch and comment your videos, you know the regular followers who have been watching for a while :P I'm sure you will) hahaha :P :P :D

[@GabeBult]

Happy new year! Absolutely I'm trying to stay the same no matter what I really appreciate that you've been following me for a while

[@MyDavidPutnam]

If the people you want to enjoy time with don’t want to spend time like you and would rather watch TV or scroll on social media than it doesn’t matter if you try with those people unfortunately.

[@aniazurek7258]

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks. Addresses self limiting beliefs (personal, and family related) and encourages/teaches ways of overcoming them. I use it with many of my clients and receive nothing but GREAT feedback. We can have all the tools in the toolbox but if we don’t overcome the mental blocks, we won’t be able to use them in the first place.