9 Weird Benefits Of Minimalism | 1 Year In

[@rog_ten]

A month before the pandemic closed everything down, even my job, my girlfriend moved out and I was left with all the bills on a single income. So, I turned to minimalism. Living on a budget, removing bills and lowering bills. Ate healthier, sold unnecessary items, spent more time outside, since I cut off streaming services and cancelled my internet. Needless to say, I survived living alone, during a pandemic, and came out with a healthier lifestyle, and a positive mindset. The sacrifices were worth the rewards! 🙏😁

[@cmac2295]

I wish you all the blessings this life has to offer

[@MaryLovesLex]

Congratulations on moving forward!

[@paperchaser_number_one]

In my case, the sacrifices would ruin my life. No benefits here.

[@mariec.9102]

Lucky you 🌹

[@roaringlizard]

Yay! Glad to hear you pushed through. Feels good to know how strong you can be doesn’t it. Much fortune to you in the future.

[@laurab4570]

Minimalism is helping me to become calmer in general because there’s way less clutter around me which seems to effect me personally A LOT. I’m also learning to spend my hard earned money intentionally and only on the items I truly need.

[@natashatheresa]

More money, less problems. This is soooooo on point! I used to live paycheck to paycheck but now I forget about payday. I feel an abundance I’ve never felt previously. I feel so content thanks to minimalism. I have had more time and even finally started my channel thanks to having more time lol. Thanks for this great video!!!

[@GabeBult]

100%! That's awesome that you can do that I've done the same it's so much less stress!

[@EF.music.]

👏👏👏

[@MarielaMerino]

One benefit is how much money I’ve been able to save. I used to spend on stuff I didn’t need and now I focus on saving up for experiences instead 😌

[@michaels9612]

What experiences are you saving for? I really have a hard time even coming up with ideas that I really think I will execute on experience wise.

[@suannecobb1393]

Having mild cognitive impairment has caused me to simplify my life in all areas. Visual or auditory overstimulation affect my cognition negatively & increase anxiety. So I am on this decluttering, minimizing journey. Less to manage helps me optimize my abilities. Following you & others really encouraged me. Thank you.

[@thenoblemama1673]

Yes I couldn’t agree more! As a mother of 5, one being a newborn I can attest that minimalism has helped save my sanity as well as time picking up. I have come to learn that just because I have kids doesn’t mean we need all this stuff, they actually play more with less and more intentional toys, we avoid the advertisements as best as we can and also my kids watch me declutter my own things and they adopted the habit all on their own so it wasn’t forced upon them which is awesome. Teaching them these values and concepts early on mainly through leading by example! Love your channel!

[@usedgucci9604]

I think the biggest benefit I’ve felt from minimalism is the huge impact it’s had on my happiness! I feel like I’ve finally stepped off the never-ending consumerism treadmill and it’s so freeing. It’s given me this abundance mindset with what I already have, enabled me to save way more money, reinforcing the abundance mindset, etc.

[@hereshow375]

Yes! It gives me time also to listen to sermons and learn more about the Gospel and faith in Christ. Our ultimate joy!

[@sarahmc8309]

Yes !!! I felt so like I could never get off that consumerism trail! I am not missing out and don’t always have feel broke cause can’t afford next big thing ! I know have less than before but feel like I’m so much less stressed when comes to the washing clothes , cleaning less , worries about having an emergency fund for any emergency case . Saving and living simply with less just makes me so much calmer and happier !

[@hereshow375]

@@sarahmc8309 My cleaning is about done for today and i get to enjoy a motorcycle ride with my husband on a gorgeous day! Better things in life to do than worry about stuff!😃

[@paperchaser_number_one]

Freedom and abundance is when I have means to buy everything i want.

[@hereshow375]

@@paperchaser_number_one Yes! I like to not be tied down to expenses. With a new possible rent increase, I think I'd rather live in my car.

[@catherinemcgill3004]

I really wish I had discovered this when I was younger. I’m happy I’m on the right path now. As I get older I will have less work to keep my house clean and I won’t have a lot of junk for my family to deal with when I’m gone. ☺️

[@bettyslowwastelife9731]

The biggest benefit was the money and living a different way. We can live simply. We have a choice. I never thought I had a choice. Great video Gabe!

[@thepeacefulguy479]

I am uplifted by appreciating the simple things I do have that many around the world wish they had : fresh water from an inside tap, a flush toilet in my home, a roof, a bed, a refrigerator with food inside . . . . etc. etc.. I am WEALTHY and BLESSED !

[@improvewithsoo-selfdevelop1219]

I'm currently in the process of decluttering and I definitely agree with the part of mental clarity!!! I'm starting to keep what matters most to me and get rid of the junk. Very calming and inspiring video, Gabe! :)

[@bringhomethebasil8729]

Positive: The minimal mindset can spillover into other non-material areas of your life like your diet, relationships or career/job which was unexpected for me but also very welcomed.

[@teresaseaman358]

It’s always a pleasure to hear what you have to say

[@GabeBult]

🙏

[@johnl6371]

I hate dealing with things when they break or wear out. Less stuff means less maintenance!

[@rubyred765]

Yep. I still have part of a broken key from my work place, why do I hold on to things? I guess I' m always looking to keep stuff and fix them.

[@rubyred765]

And a card to some building, should return that one day.

[@paperchaser_number_one]

*and no happiness from buying*

[@nadinesorgenfrei-coachfurm8019]

Minimalism brought me so much more peace of mind.

[@storiesontheroad9834]

Minimalism definitely changes the way we approach life. I would say it's the freedom we feel - I totally agree with the mental clarity part. Also, it allows us to focus on the important things in life. I really got into digital minimalism lately and I've noticed a great change in my mindset already ✨

[@gabriellepitts3707]

I absolutely agree with the confidence to just be you. I would just add that it takes time to get there for those that have just started. You have years of belief systems that take time to change. For me personally, it took me a couple of years to get to Gabe’s place. But, it sounds like it took him a year. Just be patient with yourself!

[@MindNow]

I totally agree with u that it takes time! U need to go through whatever u go through to come to that realization!

[@nickelsanddimes4890]

I like the decision making habit. Pre-plan your choices when things are tough.

[@improvewithsoo-selfdevelop1219]

“You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need.” -Vernon Howard

[@othmane-mezian]

This comment added so much value to the video

[@regmtait100]

“The amount of a man's wealth consists in the number of things he can do without.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

[@othmane-mezian]

@@regmtait100 (Even if he is a billionaire)

[@runningonfaith874]

I have found minimalism allows for more of a unconditional commitment to others.

[@paperchaser_number_one]

@@regmtait100 Reported for spreading anti-capitalist propaganda.

[@lizngotho]

Minimalist newbie here. It has meant no more stress about protecting my abundant, expensive object hoarding from theft or damage! It was so very very stress-full.

[@LadyBeeSting2434]

I used to believe it was cliche about minimalism that you SAVE money. I used to be miserable with trying to keep so minimal of everything. Then I started to make my home my happy place, just enough. Not cluttered, so that when I do go out I don’t buy things because I don’t “need nor want” the item because I have enough at home. When I gave up the idea of how much should I have, and the stark look and became my own version I realized that money was sitting in the bank. Yes, I still liked the stuff advertised or at the store but it didn’t bother me to consume with my dollars. I started writing a journal of how much money I spend everyday, it makes a substantial difference. I find myself holding onto my dollars and being grateful for the little things. I spend where it matters to me. I had a plumber issue this week, I was bummed and it would have set me back before minimalism and living with no consumer debt. Now, it was a bump. I’m grateful for the plumber for sure. One has to find their balance in the minimalism world and you will find the extra cash in the bank. Cheers.

[@LadyBeeSting2434]

Ps. Keep up the great Content Gabe! 😃

[@michaels9612]

Extremely relatable and very well produced video. I love it. Shared it with my friend and want to share it with my mom. Who thankfully, started to downsize the amount of items she owns.

[@ThatAwkwardMom]

My time being freed up is definitely my favorite part of minimalism. I've already put a lot of the time and effort into minimalizing my home and now I can more enjoy the benefits and not have to always worry about the clutter.

[@GabeBult]

100% once you put in the up front time it helps down the rd

[@Parkitloveit]

Narrowing down decisions sounds great. I feel like I’ve been following the same overall principle over and over again. Maybe that’s the final solution. All behavior should follow one single principle. Something like: I’m grateful for my life.

[@alexandra109]

Absolutely agree with how cleaner my space feels and how much easier it is to actually clean. Also, I just feel lighter. The stress or weight on me feels less.

[@tomgabel99]

I'm reaping the benefits of having a more minimalist lifestyle, as you described. But also I find I'm very focused, particularly in achieving my goals, my thoughts and mental processes are sharper and I have more clarity with my work. I've saved money by not shopping for stuff or clothes. I'm getting rid of four items of furniture because I got rid of the stuff that was in them.

[@sarahgall7363]

So useful, thank you! I’ve been moving towards less stuff for a long while but have been forced to shed stuff, and to shed more stuff as I’ve suddenly lost the majority of my retirement income due to pension fraud. It’s hard adjusting to being below the poverty line for the first time in my life (I’m almost 71) and after being retired for nearly 10 years now having to think about ways of earning to supplement my income. But minimalism is the way to go - big time!!

[@LittlePinkPiggy1]

My husband and I have been on a minimalism journey for the past three years. We have sold or given away approximately 70 per cent of our possessions and it has transformed our lives. We're both very neat and tidy people who like everywhere to be clean all of the time but because we had so much stuff we were constantly working around the house! I seemed to spend my life doing housework! Life is now COMPLETELY different. I spend so little time having to do keep my home looking nice. I agree with everything you say in this video.

[@StephanieGiese]

One weird benefit I have noticed that has given me more confidence and a stronger sense of self is just that once all the extras and “just in case” items were gone, my own sense of style emerged. It seems strange, but I always thought I was just bad at decorating my house and picking out clothes for myself. Turns out, it was more that I just had a bunch of clashing items I thought I was “supposed” to have. I no longer own a single skirt or little black dress or scarf or pair of dress pants because I’ve accepted that I don’t use them. It was similar for home decor. Once that stuff was gone my closet and my home were only filled with things I actually used and liked, I started to realize I actually do have a style and feel better about myself. Plus we realized we didn’t need as much space as we thought. We downsized our house and moved to another state with a higher income and lower cost of living. Plus, I saved a bunch of money not buying things I know I don’t need or want. We were able to get rid of all consumer debt, fully fund or emergency fund, and start college savings plans for each of our kids within two years of finding minimalism.

[@DavidDavisDH]

Same here with cleaning, I take out the vacuum and it's done in 10 minutes. I just move 2 chairs and that's it. Minimalist lifestyle definitely has changed how I look at money as well.

[@maritwoudenberg615]

I would definitely not declutter you from my life! You're such a delight and bring me a lot of value through your vids! Thanks!

[@impactingothers3354]

What a nice thing to say! He is stuck with me😃My adopted family.

[@vienicestyles6122]

One of the benefits of minimalism for me was decluttering my storage unit. I closed it out and saved myself $165.85/mo. I can take a vacation with my savings. 🥰 💕 🦋 ☮️

[@rahmanrzayev797]

Thanks for your experience

[@aliceb4070]

Completely agree about the mental clarity. I took all of the stuff off the surface of my refrigerator just recently (it was covered with magnets, notes, photos, etc.) and once I was done it was like a weight had been taken off of my brain. Clutter takes up physical space and mental space for me.

[@GabeBult]

I've done that too I love to keep it clear

[@scottiemom7973]

It’s called keeping up with the Jones way back in the 1950 and 60’s Kudos to you recognizing this so young.

[@WilletteB]

I understand the concept. You home looks simple and clean. As of this year, I am a work in progress in my minimalism journey. Decluttering is the hardest part for me. Thanks for sharing! 🙂

[@marylourodriguez9227]

Very true. Love an organized home

[@diamonds8001]

I'm dipping my ff in my chocolate milkshake as I listen to you talk about eating healthy and saving 💰😃. I think I'll take the tip what works best for me.☕

[@linalorenz9434]

Like your videos soo much 😃👍🏼 You’re soo natural and authentic, Thanks Gabe for sharing your life and ideas 💐🙏

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

I, too, am a minimalist. Today I had to empty out my old kitchen cabinets as they are going to be replaced by new ones. It was a breeze. Since all I had in them was only the necessary, I didn't struggle all day having to do the task.

[@tanaypandey1771]

I guess social media also eats a LOT of time off people's lives these days and going minimalist also means that we cut that up . I reduced the frequency of opening insta , and life feels fresher to me now . I wasn't jealous of other people enjoying life , but posting irrelevant stuff is what social media has majority of . Just take a break and relax and think about ur life more :D

[@AhmetKaan]

Nearly 70k! Let's go! 🚀

[@GabeBult]

💯🔥

[@patwilkinson2182]

Agree, agree, agree with all you said

[@kyf_]

Agree too!

[@godskisonsunday]

I've been trying to incorporate aspects of minimalism in my life, particularly for mental clarity reasons. One obstacle for me is that I follow US politics very closely, and even though it exhausts me mentally, disengaging from it doesn't seem responsible as a citizen. I'm sure there's a balance, but I haven't found it yet. I understand that you'd want to keep your content here apolitical, but I'm curious if this is something you or others you know have grappled with, and what you've done about it.

[@livingonnothing541]

I keep my distance, so much media is brainwashing. When I catch up on it's particular resources and that's my balance.

[@livingonnothing541]

Side note: I also stay away from my gossipy neighbors and their newsletters. Same concept.

[@GabeBult]

What benefits have you felt from minimalism? Also thanks to my grandfather for unknowingly being in the intro 🔥

[@travelingaround5955]

Change your values change your life!

[@natashatheresa]

Easier to clean the house for sure!!

[@tizian.05]

So I'm 16 now and i became a Minimalist with about 14/2. And it made my life just so much easier. My room is always clean, I'm so much more concentrated when I'm doing my homework(a clean desk is everything) and i just spend less money for random stuff like bag of candy or random food... And btw I also figured for myself that if I create good habits now, at this age, i don't have to worry about all of this in my future.. So yeah, I really believe that minimalism can have a huge effect in your life and you'll just get benefits from it.

[@DnAMcD]

It has helped to lessen my anxiety which I'm so grateful for. I've also become more aware of what things I really love as opposed to just like, as each item I own now is considered. Like you Gabe, all of my tops match my bottoms and I only have 3 pairs of shoes (unheard of for most women), however I do live in northern Australia 🇦🇺 where it's warm 24/7. Would love to know what your minimalist sandals are please? Love your channel, and to be honest I can't believe you're not already well over 100k Subscribers ❤ Keep up the awesome work 👏🏼

[@faydraa]

@@DnAMcD I'm part of the "woman only having 3 pairs of shoes" tribe too Amanda ! 😄 (and I live in France with four seasons, but we still have a bunch of minimalists here too ! 🥳) And to answer broadly Gabe (can we call you Gabe ? 😅), definitely the benefits that are lasting during all the process are cleaning, mental clarity, more time, ... and one more that you didn't mentionned totally would be *conscientiousness* . I realise much more and more often now when I take commitments, and when I "clutter" my agenda. Not always easy to resist, but at least I *know* it now, and that's such a relief !

[@LazzarrusLong]

5:53 Yeah man, that Fight Club scene about owning all those things to impress people that do not matter… LOVE that scene. 🥰

[@Itallnew]

I was born a natural minimalist. As a child I hated when after Christmas my room would get filled up. I was constantly ridding myself of stuff. I have ADD and I get easily overwhelmed by visual clutter. The best thing people can do is to adopt the minimalist lifestyle, and become debt free. Live your life with more freedom. I used to care about what others had and now I just feel tremendous peace.

[@IaconoAndre]

Amazing! Thanks for the video bro

[@LivingProcess]

Brilliant as always 🤟🏼I'm in the working process of becoming a Minimalist...

[@GabeBult]

Awesome! It's a fun journey

[@Lip22Gloss]

Thank you for this video. Love your natural personality ❤️🙏🏽✝️ You have a great demeanor

[@marchianifamily5999]

Got to love Princess Bride!!! One of the most quoteable movies!!

[@Rob-z-o6l]

Helping you to save more and give you easy life in the long run. Peace

[@VQSV889]

This video is intentinal in every way which motivates me. I’m starting minimalism soon! Thanks Gabe.

[@VQSV889]

*intentional

[@GabeBult]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DnAMcD]

It has helped to lessen my anxiety which I'm so grateful for. I've also become more aware of what things I really love as opposed to just like, as each item I own now is considered. Like you Gabe, all of my tops match my bottoms and I only have 3 pairs of shoes (unheard of for most women), however I do live in northern Australia 🇦🇺 where it's warm 24/7. Would love to know what your minimalist sandals are please? Love your channel, and to be honest I can't believe you're not already well over 100k Subscribers ❤ Keep up the awesome work 👏🏼

[@GabeBult]

That's awesome I've definitely felt that too! There is a link in the dis they are called earth runners Thanks!

[@wisdomisinthestreets6160]

Minimalism gives you time to hang out at yard sales and hear the town history. Back when people valued yaking over schedules.

[@TheHumbleRoots]

You not only own your physical items but you own them mentally. Fire!

[@issyaddams8297]

Love your videos💜

[@MollyWobblesXOX]

Definitely saving money and also more confidence in myself. 🤗

[@alanbirkner1958]

I am 71. Our home is furnished in cast offs, Ikea, and thrift store. Most clothes are second hand. Just be yourself. We retired in our 50's. Don't worry about the Joneses. Tina

[@beyou2fullme]

The food in slow motion always does it for me... The wisdom and insights you share are good too.🤣

[@AnnaDandAdam]

Thanks Gabe! That was really awesome

[@foodforthought1007]

Yess I totally relate to these benefits! 😄

[@BornBurmese]

That's a clean looking t-shirt!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks! I love it

[@ElizabethCar]

Too much of anything brings more problems (too much $). Too little of anything also brings problems (too little $$). It is when we find that middle ground that we find freedom.

[@Lili-vj2rp]

Thank you for this video! It’s really good! Do you think we can say that minimalism is equal to essentialism? Or they’re totally different but linked to one another?

[@Gary18061984]

I don't know if I'm or not minimaliste but here is my rules : never change electronic thing except if it can't be fixe, never buy new clothes except it's to short, with holes...

[@eclipsenow5431]

Generally fruit is good - but talking about health while eating a watermelon just reminded me that for diabetics, watermelon has a faster GI than table sugar! It's absorbed into the blood just so fast! ;-) But good video

[@007123abhishek]

I believe Minimalism is to know the difference between needs and wants 😊

[@paperchaser_number_one]

But wants are there to be fulfilled, not supressed.

[@007123abhishek]

@@paperchaser_number_one ..hmm...that's why I said we should know the difference that's it..

[@welit2287]

This is how i grew up, having to move to different locations due to homelessness. But i get ya

[@kyf_]

respect

[@swagmanandy]

Hey enough with the hurting on Honda Civic's, they're cool car's!😅🤣😆😃

[@bucsaved2111]

Cleaning tip: Step back 2 ft from counters and look at them eye level, you can see crumbs better.

[@TheLoy71]

I have the feeling that Americans, who are believed to not be able to handle money, learn to handle money through minimalism. Just don't buy sh*t you don't need or "want". Then, attack from the opposite side: Get rid of the stuff you don't need (and get clear about what "needing" means) I see soo many cluttered homes in the background of yt videos... it would kill me.

[@RafaelMacedoTrindade]

That's a pretty watermelon! 🍉

[@AhmetKaan]

*"Everything in life is easier when you don't concern yourself with what other people are doing."* The chances of you seeing this comment is pretty low, but if you did, *I hope you have an amazing day.* 🖤

[@Lexzg90]

Such a nice and true statement. We really need to stop worrying about other's people opinions, in a positive context, of course. Live and let the other live; keep life simple as it should really be.

[@glow15]

Yours was the first comment I saw! ^-^ Thank you, hope you're having an amazing day too!

[@meelamiela]

Finally someone who admits money is helpful lol. It seems so tone deaf when ppl r like “money doesn’t matter.” Uhhhh yes it does when u got bills and need to eat!

[@alessafernandez4126]

damn super random, but you look super fresh when you wear white tees! HAHAHA

[@Bill0102]

I'm in complete admiration of this. I recently found something with a similar message, and it was absolutely mesmerizing. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove

[@leanhnguyet71]

The reason that makes you need to work harder is for your spending . The more you spend your money on things , the more you'll have to work hard with . So control your spending means to control your efforts and energy that needs to take priority for something better in your life ....

[@createyourlifestyle.7449]

At the Gym seeing how they process food in the factories👀👀! Gotta pack my car with fresh fruits!

[@affirmingwordsandactions4694]

Do your socks match? Do they match your shirts?

[@ebayposhman]

Been enjoying your channel

[@GabeBult]

🙏

[@grandmaelisasbookofremembr7838]

Sign me up! Less stress with less stuff

[@gatogato911]

My first day as a minimalist

[@rubyred765]

Is that Columbia where the cool dude is buying something at the beginning?

[@GabeBult]

Thats actually my grandfather in Texas

[@rubyred765]

@@GabeBult Handsome Critter.

[@lindseyjohnson2980]

Great list!!

[@shakeitoff5148]

T-shirts, that's all I remember seeing men wear. Work clothes except maybe one suit and tie.

[@tonasol9]

You're my favorite minimalist ! Thanks for sharing this 9 weird habits. Greetings from Mexico! By the way, I'm following you on Instagram.

[@GabeBult]

Thanks !!

[@munirasultana2313]

Great Video 👌

[@paulamoors]

Cleaning is way easier. No dust catchers to take care of.

[@igorchichkin509]

WoW 🤩 so awesome

[@hannahwallace183]

The Cuts shirts look amazing but they are $65 CAD... how is that a money savings?!

[@kyf_]

I would love to try minimalism when i have my own place

[@jonathanbaace2708]

Your bedroom it's your own place, start with that

[@kyf_]

My bedroom includes stuff from the hole family...so that's impossible for now

[@guessowii]

Gabe, just wondering what country ya from?

[@majki5900]

couldn't agreevmore 🤘

[@kieranwhite4856]

Gabe what's the white t-shirts brand? (🤞 it's available in the UK)

[@GabeBult]

Cuts! There's a link in the description with the discount code if you want to check them out

[@thecashman1020]

The only thing i accumulate is cash!!!

[@getit5196]

Great video 🔺🔥👁️

[@thedjgrimes]

Where did you get the white, 3-framed wall art with the red circle?

[@GabeBult]

It was the logo for a company for a project I was working on

[@paccarcrap]

I'm 52 and when I tip over my kids aren't going to have to deal with all the stuff my baby boomer parents left for us.

[@Really-e1u]

Trauma plays a part