Why Letting Go Is True Wealth | Minimalist Philosophy for Simple Living

[@doreenchen1024]

"Remember that what you now have, was once among the things you only hoped for." Wow, so true.

[@carsoncityboy]

Not always true

[@davide.0LG1471]

Like cancer.

[@davide.0LG1471]

Like cancer.

[@Casxa]

I can relate, just got out a toxic relationship recently and I keep missing him, but then I realize how I hoped many times that I would get out of it. Now I have that freedom. And that makes me feel better.

[@krystal7382]

Powerful statement

[@jwetzel3141]

“Happiness is renting a boat from time to time. Sadness is owning a boat all year long.” -My grandfather.

[@SedonaMethodPlus]

I have always been attracted to boats but someone once told me the two happiest days for a boat owner are the day you buy it and the day you sell it.

[@bushy9780]

Only own a boat if you own a business that requires it and even then it might make more sense to lease it for tax purposes. But hey, the neighbor has a boat, so I guess i need one too, right?

[@jwetzel3141]

@@bushy9780 your friend’s boat is the best boat.

[@jwetzel3141]

@@SedonaMethodPlus as the saying goes, “a boat is a hole in the water where you throw money.”

[@allanpoe7113]

Wise words

[@luggaz]

“It is not the man who has too little, but the man who craves more, that is poor.” -Seneca

[@rednarok]

Shoot for the stars and you might reach the moon!

[@jimilormand9242]

"Live Long & Prosper" We choose our wants after we meet our needs, some Need More than Others, Some separate themselves from others with their Wealth, the Good Book has a passage about how the birds are fed with Nature we learn how to blend in, Stand Out, or Ignore Nature all together, "Be In This World, Not Of This World"

[@JaysonT1]

@@danialhakimi9740 Nobody gives a rats ass.

[@yaboyjonez9476]

Rather be poor with a piece of mind then rich and depressed.

[@christianjacobs2767]

@@JaysonT1 funny...I just gave a rats ass to my friend the other day

[@speedisoftheessence]

"It's only after we've lost everything that we're free to do anything." - Tyler Durden

[@bluesteel1]

This is very true ..... my problems started getting solved after my life fell apart and i had nothing to lose anymore ...

[@jatwangismyname900]

Sounds dumb

[@carloregalado7751]

@@jatwangismyname900 ...until it's not.

[@Shadow25720]

when a squirrel doesn't make a supply of nuts, it will die in Winter, or even sooner when bees don't make a supply of honey, they will die too. "Having nothing is freedom" is a thinking of people, whose foresight only goes from 12 o clock to noon

[@jatwangismyname900]

@@carloregalado7751 Tell me, how does that apply in real life. Give me a good example.

[@dlloydy5356]

“We buy shit we don’t need, with money we don’t have, to impress people we don’t like.”

[@billie6814]

"I deleted the Facebook I didn't use, with all the people I don't really know let alone like, because of all the shits I did not have to give." ... and 9/10 new people I meet genuinely hesitate that I'm a giant psychopath when we exchange details and they find out I'm not on Facebook. lool.

[@dlloydy5356]

@@billie6814 I have a cull of social media accounts/break from SM every so often. I’m more disciplined now whereas at one time I would get caught up in all sorts of rubbish! Easy to slide into. I deleted Twitter as it’s so toxic.

[@mikehoot3978]

Capitalism is saving and investing. The consumption fever comes from Keynesianism.

[@nabeelahmed9892]

U replaced the word "things" with "shit"

[@dlloydy5356]

@@nabeelahmed9892 I didn’t it was how I saw it. Not sure who it’s by. Was a meme. I can’t post the image here so I quoted it.

[@ChristysChannelYall]

I work part time on purpose so I can actually enjoy my life instead of work myself to death. I lead a simple life on purpose. My friends think I’m strange as I don’t want a big house and all the stuff, but I often find I’m a lot more positive and happy than they seem to be.

[@garykay7418]

my father used to say to me, "what do you want? to be the richest person in the cemetary."

[@KH-fv3vq]

Finally found a similar person.

[@Capricornchroniclesseries]

Oh my god I relate! Especially with the first saying of working part time on purpose. I discovered that after HS thinking like I don't like spending hours on one thing even if I love it. I like to always do different things and smile throughout the day doing different meaningful things

[@joemama-cf7sj]

Dam that's so true.. work work work and all you have time for is dying lol. Life is more than just working but the government and the higher ups don't want you to believe that.. society is garbage. I know people who spent most of their lives working and most of them are miserable as hell. Nobody on their death beds says to themselves... "Dam, I wish I worked more".

[@SuperRuss26]

Same as me.

[@RealestDave]

"Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication" man I loved that quote sometimes wishing for what you don't have is ruining what you have

[@Portia620]

Relationships, materialistic things, and other stuff! Agreed

[@mavis3916]

Nice one,, will remember that gem

[@youaresomeone3413]

That's why the best thing in life to do is to kill as many people as humanly possible

[@youaresomeone3413]

@@Portia620 that's because it's all fake lies specially from women

[@destructoooo]

What does is mean? Why do you want to be sophisticated?

[@Ronv1976]

Went to visit my grandmother who lived a simple life, I never realized how rich she was and how much she had invested her time well! She had many friends and family that would come daily to her house to watch over her. They all would tell about the impact she had made in their lives and how much they loved her. Then seeing it as an adult I realize she had invested her life well loving and helping others! When she passed so many where there to share and remember her. She had no money she never needed it. My mother told me that a bird came through the door to sing on the moment of her passing! The gift of her life is one of my most prized possessions.

[@BKCarol]

Beautiful

[@NogGonnaMakeIt]

She sounds amazing, brother. God bless grandmothers around the world.

[@dvzacariaslacerda]

Beautiful history about the life your grandma. Main about the bird that come when she passed.

[@KitaKatt1988]

She lived a life of value ❤

[@KitaKatt1988]

People valued her

[@HIXHAM]

Sometimes letting things go is an act of far greater power than defending or hanging on. -Eckhart Tolle

[@zero_meercat8624]

Letting go is progressing, hanging on is living in the past.

[@surfside75]

💜💜💜

[@ajl2232]

I'm beginning to understand that now.

[@Shadow77999]

True

[@ericweiss4573]

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[@JoeySutch]

I see a lot of people struggle when they are chasing material things to make them feel better about themselves. This was a great video

[@MindNow]

I guess some day they will know...or maybe not :D

[@H1kari_1]

It pains having people close to you doing this. Bro keeps buying things I know he will toss away in the very close future. He's cluttering himself with useless, short lived stuff. The sad thing is you seemingly can't force his eyes open, he has to realize it himself from within.

[@islandgirlxx3465]

King Solomon wrote about this in Ecclesiastes 1:14: :I have seen all the things that are done under the sun; all of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind." As a king, Solomon had done and seen it all. After all his experiences.. Solomon declared that everything was meaningless and purposeless. It was like chasing after the wind. You can strive harder, run faster, but the wind cannot be caught. It will blow right through your hands even if you try to touch it. Solomon was referring to material pursuits which take up the majority of our time here on earth. Materially..we can never have enough. There is always an appetite for more. So like chasing after the wind, having as much material wealth as we desire is an unachievable goal. On the other hand, spiritual pursuits like loving God and keeping His commandments, repentance, studying His word are meaningful and valuable. It’s the mindless pursuit of physical pleasure and material gain that Solomon was speaking out against. It’s a waste of time and waste of a life.

[@nabeelahmed9892]

Im one of those people i have worked so hard that i got badly sick n also got involved in a motorcycle accident which crushed my left hand joint im still struggling but now think it's better to let it go

[@JoeySutch]

@@nabeelahmed9892 Ayy no worries bro! We all find ourselves there from time to time. Sorry what happened to you. Definitely, Great things will come just keep working! I broke my collarbone recently, not 100% either but it makes us stronger mentally

[@eddieramos6883]

"Right after hurricane Maria , water , shelter and food became more important than owning an expensive car " -- Me in Puerto Rico.

[@davidbolen8982]

Nobody wins with stuff. Winning is is living without disturbance for as many moments possible.

[@Chickennss]

Maslow’s hierarchy of needs

[@christopheralexzander4861]

Boricua 🙌🏻

[@xdj_doritox6200]

🇵🇷

[@Eman-vp5wk]

That applies to people too.. It’s better to be alone than to share your life with someone who’s full of strife or someone who wants to drag you down to make themselves feel better.

[@brynleytalbot778]

I’m often perplexed in our modern age by the conceptualisation of loneliness as not emulating the consumerist socialites who want to define society in their own image. Any wander can result in a nod, smile, or verbal greeting, and even an impromptu conversation. Yet in some cities that’s frowned upon as people rush to their next social fix. I think dragging up, as motivational gurus might be described, is equally toxic, as you can lose your identity to displays of the success they promote as ideals. True friends will meet with no interest in occupying spaces where they can display their consumerist credentials by buying more drinks or consumables. I think they’re few, if any, in today’s society.

[@msliberated3899]

Amen

[@kris7592]

@@msliberated3899 Like calling me a man makes you feel better. Get it? 🙂

[@1kennylo]

@@brynleytalbot778 less, is more

[@thatsdope9571]

I think here there's a fine line between what you're saying and becoming a selfish self-centered person

[@y3ll0wk1ng9]

"The things you own, end up owning you" - Tyler Durden

[@Jimraynor45]

Sounds like someone who is trying to take your stuff.

[@mikehoot3978]

Capitalism is saving and investing. The consumption fever comes from Keynesianism.

[@mirzahodzic1074]

Fight club

[@randallt6628]

I was looking for this quote

[@theohuioiesin6519]

Tyler Durden and Socrates are my favourite thinkers.

[@DonCR3145]

This channel cured my depression. You sir, are a living treasure!

[@mkhitarkhitaryan]

I produce self development and motivational videos , I want some honest opinions I am waiting for both positive and negative feedback ,

[@alexsyld5410]

Is a video cured your depression, you didn't have depression :/

[@Sakina78]

Mushrooms helped mine.

[@imbrakingthrough2152]

I’m sure depression is back by now

[@fernandofigueirinhas7110]

@@alexsyld5410 not true, depression isn't always chemical. It can be circumstantial.

[@siyad1950]

"It's only after we have lost everything that we are free to do anything" ~Tyler durden

[@maxthereof]

That was around long before fight club, bruh

[@jerrodlopes186]

Tyler Durden is an insane fictional character with a psychotic break. Not a great example to pattern a happy, successful life after.

[@hari-nu2ry]

@@jerrodlopes186 durden idealogies are about modern life we live.

[@dumspirospernwdss2036]

@@maxthereof finaly, somebody mentioned it! Thank you!

[@angelinarobert622]

Been there done, done that. Either way, all i really need is some insulin and a CPAP and a Blueberry Muffin to offset the blood sugar drop of the insulin and a glucometer with sensors would be nice.

[@lolahernandez6871]

My grandma used to say: " Life is expensive....even after death, they try to convince you you need a fancy coffin."

[@scottleroy8173]

Hoe can they convince you after death?

[@worldcatloversheavenwatcht2927]

😇😇😇

[@rollingtinfist]

It’s true. I got a very basic coffin when my daughter passed. When I was asked why I got such a plain coffin, I responded, my kid doesn’t care and neither would I if our roles had been reversed.

[@lolahernandez6871]

@rollingtinfist My grandma once said: dig a hole in the garden and throw me in there, it'll help the tomatoes grow 🤣🤣. She was amazing my nonna. ❤❤ Sorry for your loss 💗

[@rollingtinfist]

@@lolahernandez6871 haha!

[@jpii8468]

It isn't possessions that cause the issue, it's your attachment to them. Once you come to grips with the fact that you'll wind up losing EVERYTHING you have (including yourself), you'll know peace and be able to enjoy whatever it is you have.

[@MM-Iconoclast]

Just like attachment breeds possessions, so (needless) possessions breed attachment.

[@jpii8468]

@@MM-Iconoclast Possessions are inanimate objects. It's the person who gives them power (or not). Just like some people can enjoy a glass of wine here and there (and reap the rewards without the pain), so to can some of us treat possessions. If you can't, then it's your own addiction that's the problem, not the possessions themselves 💯

[@jpii8468]

@Priyojit chatterjee People overthink this topic all the time. Possessions are more than simply "tools", they can also be sources of fun and play. If you're unable to use your possessions in the proper way, then by all means stay away from them (just like alcoholics should stay away from alcohol). But, if you've got the right relationship with them, then use them for the happiness they can accentuate (notice I said accentuate, not create). I can't remember what comedian said this, but the quote is "people say money can't buy happiness, but I've never seen anyone frown on a wave runner". The key is to use your possessions, and not let them use you 💯

[@sariahlace5944]

💯💯💯👍👍👍

[@petergraywolf6671]

It would be interesting challenge, to become enourmously rich with luxurious items without attachement to them. That would be true way of life, abudance not greed, possesions not attachements to them. Challenge accepted 8-) :P :D

[@MarsTV_Cartoons]

"I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of just so they can see that it's not the answer". Jim Carrey

[@simplelifeofmg1286]

I think it is tom Hunks

[@True38]

@@simplelifeofmg1286 No

[@True38]

Rather rich than poor.

[@karenzhang1020]

I don’t have to be rich to know that is not the answer. Lol

[@joannaedwards6325]

He is still a very unhappy fellow. Over acting and making faces made him rich. His life blew out his mind. Why quote him????

[@ToFinallyLive]

I have been practicing minimalism and intentional living. Saves time, energy and life changing.

[@mr.magnificentmanoj]

Hmmm ❣️

[@pirocephalus]

qué es eso de "intentional living"?

[@ItApproaches]

Practicing? When will you stop practicing and do it lol.

[@simpsimps553]

Ew

[@ItApproaches]

@@simpsimps553 Breathtaking response.

[@sotmMrPants]

"I am convinced, both by faith and experience, that to maintain one's self on this Earth is not a hardship but a pastime, if we live simply and wisely..." - Henry David Thoreau

[@maryhillary5674]

Love this!

[@Kevin-cy2dr]

"Too many quotes in the comment section." - Sun Tzu

[@evm6177]

🍷😆 Most definitely something Sun Tzu must have ranted about many times back in his day !

[@ananamu2248]

I liked them .. I scored a few I haven't seen

[@craigshaver2983]

Round eye has too much time on his hands

[@ananamu2248]

@@craigshaver2983 could be we are time rich and not pushed around by others ,living simply

[@tesanh]

Hahaha good one man.

[@jaironunez7196]

Exactly... Once you realize that the richest person is not that who has more things, but that who needs the least things to be happy, life becomes a joy instead of a burden... 😊

[@rdoodoo2021]

"The greatest wealth is to live content with little." -Plato

[@donpeace894]

I read that in a fortune cookie

[@site_is_down]

Big YES to this! Wealth is relatively dependent to our peace of mind, rather than our possessions. Being financially secured and living below our means can be considered a real wealth.

[@Samtasticlife37]

Growing up as a child in a poor family, we saw the children of other families get wonderful toys... Our parents were cruel and selfish and the children came last... Hugs and Love were not given freely but were earned thru pleasing the adult; but taken away at the whim of the adult... many families suffered this reality but Family Secrets keep everyone in the belief they are the only ones who live this way. While less is more for an adult, all children need so little to feel fully satiated which are the bare essentials of food , water, Nurturing, Love and Patience a soft touch and a smile go a long way for a child.

[@Samtasticlife37]

@𝓜 ☼ I put it out there so people don’t feel alone if they had similar experiences. Thank you and my best to you. 💙

[@The1upforever]

Thanks for sharing that, I can relate. Wise words you shared as well. 🤝

[@exceldentalnurses]

I can relate to this! God bless,

[@Bysia69]

As a minimalist, living a simple and slow life, I find this video excellent. Thumbs up in 100% and with pleasure.

[@justinpatterson5291]

I used to get teased a whole lot for what I didn't have. Still don't know why people would want to live in a place covered wall to floor in possessions. I've got a handful of items. And thats all I need.

[@plantmama7442]

Same. As a kid I was judged for not having new clothes every year. I was too young to realize we were poor, but my parents did their best and that’s all that matters.

[@heidia2199]

While watching this video, I realized that what drives me to overwork is not material, but rather the anticipation of meeting basic needs in the U.S. when I'm older/retired. Working requires more consumption - transportation, presentable clothing, etc. When I took a year off of work, I consumed very little.

[@True38]

I've always been minimalistic myself and developed a strong character through honest and hard work. I do want to obtain financial freedom though but not out of materialistic reasons. I'm just sick and tired of working my ass off for scraps...

[@TheTiltedOne]

I this is 100% how I feel. I am not a slave to possessions. Im also not so stupid that i dont realize that money buys freedom. I would like to not work anymore. Period. I dont need a big house, cars, newest shit. I simply dont want to HAVE to work anymore

[@aljongreat1900]

Feel you bro i wanna attain the same

[@cultureal9544]

Some one once told me that financial independence is a state of mind, now I begin to understand that I am the resource, yes sometimes I eat cup of noodles, other times money roll in. Money has nothing to do with me. I work, sometimes out of necessity. The idea that I can just go and help a business owner sell cold soda curbside, or deliver food, etc whatever your skills are, use it, my friend, for your financial freedom.

[@jessedaughtry4433]

I just want to own a couple acres of land and live in a cabin. Grow food, small amount of livestock and enough money to get the feds off my ass about property taxes.

[@anilgowdam112]

@@jessedaughtry4433 I have like these in my village, large land but my villagers want to escape to cities🤦‍♂️

[@Rizu-kc3ze]

In my limited experience, I've come to realise that Letting Go is also necessary when it comes to interact and connect with people. Often times, our mind, heart and ego build up desires and fantasies to have a certain kind of relationship or exchanges with the people around us. But not everything is in your control. Having a sense of continued detachment while still carrying out your duties and responsibilities towards them is the best way to live I can think of. And above all, to have no expectations, which is actually very hard to do. But one way various spiritual and religious paths advise us is to be concerned to be only of service towards them. For in only giving, without expecting anything back, we don't easily build up expectations waiting to be unfulfilled.

[@site_is_down]

I agree, keeping only genuine people and be surrounded by people who has nothing but good intentions to you will not only give you peace of mind, but a flow of good things from a product of a good mindset.

[@True38]

I agree 100%. Also, never ever give away your power and autonomy. Being independent, self-reliant, and free is the most important thing in the world. If you let others take power and control over you, if you care too much and are dependent on what other people think of you, you are doomed. And at the end of the day, you are damned if you do and damned if you don't. But I guess you would be rather damned if you do.

[@TheTruthHurts6666]

Sounds like I need to let go my job

[@princesspiper2595]

This is a well thought out reply to the video. Minimalism can be practiced on many levels including emotional and physical etc. Logical thinking & methodological approach to life naturally support a minimalist lifestyle. As mentioned, our personal autonomy/ self-determination is perhaps the most important factor in achieving a life lived purposefully/responsibly/effectively.

[@JMBProductionsYT]

Well said my friend ✊🏼

[@sweeptheleg.]

The richest man is not he who has the most but he who needs the least.

[@juliansatio3971]

Thanks 👍👍👍

[@mariusgoje7198]

I have to say "WOW". What you have said it is amazing! 💫

[@faraway9137]

Say that to a poor person.

[@ticotico5525]

you can be the richest who need the least, I don't mind being poor and have the most.

[@silkegehtyoutubegarnichtsa892]

@@faraway9137 See, if you are the person who belives s/he needs 30 rolls of toilett-paper, a cart full of cookies and gummy bears, 10 bottles of vine, and 20 packs of cigarrettes, or, you know all you need for one week is just one walk to the grocery and 35 €, who's rich and who's poor??

[@pyroromancer]

its true. Rich people are never satisfied, The wealthiest person in my community lies and annoys others in the community to get their way and it never ends. Middle income people find pleasure and satisfaction in simple things, growing fruits and vegetables in their garden, going around tending to stray cats, riding a bicycle even just being nice to a neighbor. It costs nothing to be nice.

[@cephandrius3679]

"When will you realise? The more you take, the less you have." -Master Oogway

[@mikelyoloson2743]

burh master oogway on the high end.

[@flymae1815]

I am so glad that I found this video! I have been asking myself this question a lot for literally months! I admit that when I begin to see what most people see as value it makes me cry sometimes. I I went through an experience that made me favor the life of the minimalist. Unfortunately now I am living out of my van and only working part-time. But I have been able to save a lot of money which will help me purchase land of my own. I feel like I don’t belong in the consumers world. It’s been a lonely journey feeling like I was born in a world I don’t belong in. Not trying to damper the mood! This was an awesome video and I feel it was placed on my path as a sign of hope. 😊

[@miopmiop]

hOW ARE YOU DOING SO FAR! KEEP PUSHING

[@everydayvacaytaj]

I've felt the same way my whole life so I'm sure there are more of us out here. Lived in a van for a while too. I want to make my little community out in the middle of nature off grid

[@antoniolima1068]

take care of self preservation, compliance to others systems of value comes with price and gifts, beaware of pathologicals and clear your path to wholeness by sharing, truth sayers and people of the light must be conscious of the people of lie and darkness, your sharing with this characters its like trying to fill a bucket with a hole, identify and cherish like minded individuals or colectives.

[@dimlighty]

"Do you ask what is the proper limit to wealth? It is, first, to have what is necessary, and, second, to have what is enough." ~ Letter II, Seneca.

[@mannyechaluce3814]

"I write things in Quotes, because simply it makes me sound intelligent" - Ross Perot

[@khaledahmed5754]

Good one

[@tueresdios3453]

Dadong rerot

[@macbeavers6938]

"I quote others in order to better express myself." --Lord Montague

[@TakeBackYourMind997]

It's so sad how much we identify with our possessions and circumstances. It leads us to search for meaning and fulfilment through them, when in reality, those things can only be found internally.

[@ananamu2248]

The problem is with identity and sense of existence

[@TakeBackYourMind997]

@@ananamu2248 what do you mean by that?

[@ananamu2248]

@@TakeBackYourMind997 I study the Tao amongst other things ....order and chaos ....the answer is not either one or the other....it is in a balance .....and between balance and imbalance is dance ....may you find a beautiful dance ....all of you

[@TakeBackYourMind997]

@@ananamu2248 thanks for the insight:) I hope you find your dance too.

[@ananamu2248]

@@TakeBackYourMind997 💜💃found it! Nice chatting ...keep safe

[@robb7733]

I started and it's amazing how much stress and anxiety leaves along with tons of unneeded material things. Getting happy and healthy by the day.

[@joannaedwards6325]

I am just beginning to toss and clear out. I'm old and don't want anybody to have to go through my stuff when I leave The Earth. Am really looking forward to the good feelings I know will come with this clearing out process. Happy for you ❤

[@meorthejob]

I appreciated the recognition that some forms of minimalism are just consumerism disguised. I’ve had to fight against that desire myself.

[@Portia620]

Like being green! Buy buy buy! 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️😂🤣

[@nichleo5865]

Nothing wrong with buying things to enjoy life. This kind of minimalism is stupid. I guarantee you these rich people are much happier than extreme minimalists. They don't have to deal with sanitary issues for example.

[@cristhianfernandez4993]

It's not just about the mental state of freedom anymore. Being a minimalist can help you with your health too, as the less we possess means the less maintenance and physical effort you are required to do for your possessions. It's makes cleaning so much easier and less exhaustive when you don't have or can't afford someone to do it in your stead.

[@MindNow]

It's what they say, right? Less is more. Are you a minimalist yourself?

[@stephanied5668]

Sometimes i get hopeless about our generation, but people like you keep inspiring and amazing me with such good content you create. Thank you for sharing this with the world.

[@deependrakarki_1]

I was having tough times and then I watched this video. It is one of the best videos I have ever watched.

[@joannaedwards6325]

Other channels here in KZbinLand to help in "tough times" are: WAYNE DYER MICHAEL MIRDAD ECKHART TOLLE ❤

[@jeffmcilroy7081]

I needed to hear this. I’ve been considering quitting my job for several years now for simpler employment.. I have a lot of responsibilities and stress in this job. Recently had an injury that is going to force me to quit now but it’s going to require living off of 1/2 the income I make now. I’m looking forward to a simpler life but also a bit scared

[@aazaadyatri9674]

go for it

[@Alexdelarge1975]

I'm sure you've already made the decision :) My past job, among other things, has led to a severe depression many years ago. After recovery I went back to do the same work, against my better judgment. A few years later, another depression. Now I live on a very minimal income. But I am more satisfied with life than ever before.

[@teddlyt]

I know how you feel. I'm scared too. Jumping is the hard part.

[@MALCHIOR1134]

I once met a man who lived on an Australian cattle station. He had given up a high paying job at some sort of insurance company or bank so that he could live a simpler and more natural life. Granted, he probably had some money in the bank - but if so, he didn't use it to live his life any more, he just lived simply and naturally.

[@jeffmcilroy7081]

@@Alexdelarge1975 thanks for your story. I know if I don’t make the change this job is going to put me in an early grave .. stress and depression have been part of my life for too many years now, I haven’t made the change yet because I’ve been raising my 3 kids on my own for the last 6 years but now I have the option

[@esther.f.g]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours. Unfortunately today we need a lot of money only to cover the basic needs, eating simple things and living in a small space

[@user-gz4ve8mw9l]

Yeah...its so lame, even IF I wanted to it still costs around $2k a month. Where I am just for bare bones minimal basic needs. Forcing you to have a TON of possessions even if scaled back. In order to just survive, and maintain you're meatbag of a physical form.

[@LiLoTech]

@@user-gz4ve8mw9l get creative. Rent a room in someone's house near stores, parks, work, etc.. get a bike and only rent a car/jeep for special weekends in the country. Eat less meat and more greens. I'd say this lifestyle would be healthier for you and cost less than 1k a month. Get outside the box.

[@bencliffawaga]

Even to purchase a smart device like a smartphone or tablet and buy expensive internet data to watch good videos as this

[@markrudis4419]

Possesions are burdens, I've always felt this way. Physically and mentally our happiness is sabotaged by excesses. Acquisition occupies our minds, maintenance and protection of "valuables" creates stress. I prefer to live in freedom with the satisfaction i feel from giving away a good portion of my monthly income to good causes. Sharing results in an abundance of the peace of mind others seek in possesions. It is a viscious trap that humans set which always results in a prison of unhappiness. A great message. Thank you.

[@jemoeder7456]

Give to good causes?!!??! 😂🤣😂 The fatneck ceo's of your good causes thank you for enabling them to live wealthy in big houses with cars, etc. 😂

[@markrudis4419]

Hey Joe M, pick up yer MAGA hat and try storming the castle one more time. Lol

[@godspeasant]

I think working hard every 10 years and then taking 2-3 years off is a great way to live. Much better than waiting to retire senile and then "enjoying life."

[@Heart2HeartBooks]

I work 2 months out of the year ,,,,,,,,,,,,,Nov and Dec selling toys. I make enough to pay for the next 10 months. I love my life!

[@DERRICKLEONIDAS365]

I LIKE THAT!!!!😮

[@MM71017]

@@Heart2HeartBookshow do you oay your bills

[@bujin5455]

I think that might be the most thorough and straight to the point presentation on minimalism I've ever seen.

[@junosugi7466]

This is great. I have learned this from experience. Objects obstruct our lives, like a road full of objects which is blocking us from going forward. People feel good when going somewhere on holiday, a large part of that good feeling is the feeling of lightness having left all of our unnecessary objects behind. I only wish I knew what I have learned from experience when I was younger. But then, I guess life is a path of learning, and of listening.

[@nicolem7194]

Well consumerism is not always about trying to impress others or to have “more stuff.” Sometimes it’s honestly driven by boredom and wanting to feel fulfilled in some way. Of course I agree with what this video has to say and think that living minimally is a great idea, but I also believe people feel an inner emptiness that they think can be filled by buying things. How do we fix that?

[@ibr2158]

True

[@CindyPak]

I used to have that problem, remind yourself buying things does not full that emptiness. Find out what is causing that emptiness and deal with that instead. For me instead of buying things, I do something I enjoy, like watching a vid like this one or do some reading, go for a ride or run, gardening or read up on permaculture.

[@Xtensionwire]

lack of purpose.

[@yogrannyloveme124]

Without God everything is meaningless. That’s the way I see it.

[@aishaz6552]

Self love and self worth. When we truly embody the idea that we are enough, we no longer feel the need to validate our self worth through possessions. Practise the mantra 'I am enough' throughout your day. Its honestly life changing.

[@silvanyferreiradesouza2348]

I decided to be a minimalist a year ago , at first it was hard but once I started to put it in practice I felt a relieved as if I had taken a weight of my shoulder !

[@deuxquatresixhuit]

Thank you, dear Einzelganger! This video feels like a salve, much needed at this time. Sending you (and everyone watching this video!) much love ❤️

[@markmiskulin7568]

Haven't had a TV in 4 years,don't miss it. Eat well on less than $10 a day,might eat out once a month as a treat. I have what I need don't worry about what I want. Got here by circumstances rather than choice. My only selfish indulgence is my 1992 Lincoln. Gave up driving a computer, get as much joy working on it as I do driving it. Needed a nice low ride my 13 year old dog could manage. Took an early pension. Ex cleaning me out was the impetus for change. Cold beer,wet dog and a fish on the line plenty for me

[@stignz9440]

My father always said..."it doesn't matter how much something costs as long as you get pleasure from it."

[@True38]

Your father is a wise man.

[@Dacademeca]

"Manifest Plainness, Embrace Simplicity, Reduce Selfishness, And Have Few Desires." - Lao Tzu

[@bushy9780]

I wonder how he would feel about his own country making about 95% of all this material garbage we don't need.

[@cordlefhrichter1520]

@@bushy9780 It's not really the same country. Same general geographical location, pretty much the same people, everything else different.

[@Joy-mh9xq]

This describes my lifestyle. 🙏🏼🦋

[@bennevis3275]

I don't live a minimilist life but I do always ask the question if and why I need something before I get. This question usually stops me from buying more things. Being mindful of minimalism also curbs my desires for wanting more possessions. Great video. Thanks 😁

[@site_is_down]

It's also a good practice, though, and a lot of people may learn a lot and save a lot form this too. Keep it up and have a worthwhile financial journey! I wish you all the best :)

[@carlosgustavovazquezmillan8588]

"When expenses are low we don't have to work like dogs" I realized that when I moved back to Mexico after years of wanting to pursue the "American dream". I found a more valuable life outside.of.chasing material goods and saw first hand how my life carried away from those who I love and wanted to be around with. It is possible to live a plentiful life without chasing clout.

[@skychrism8964]

I have been drinking plenty of water, strangely enough I've improved in many ways, I'm less hungry, less tired, more focused, I'll be frank, I felt like an animal with no self control, this water routine may have helped me, what used to be insatiable, now naturally feels unnecessary on its own... & it feels good to just... moderate, a source of earned pride, slight as it is

[@JaysonT1]

Take it step further and start fasting during the week.

[@hyltonforrester1559]

What you own, owns you. Offloading what you no longer need. Just like the tree do in autumn like the tree, is magical.

[@mkhitarkhitaryan]

I produce self development and motivational videos , I want some honest opinions I am waiting for both positive and negative feedback ,

[@alessandroliu7962]

"One apple a day, keep the doctor away" ~the only quote i can share

[@awakenthegreatnesswithin]

Unless you’re allergic to apples 🤣

[@cleocruz9688]

still useful 👍

[@MA-di9zh]

😂 Good job

[@TOMTOM-nh3nl]

Healthy quote

[@larryharper9413]

It is what it is

[@Cautela]

I can confirm. I've always been like this without even thinking about it, and things simply have a way to work themselves and fall in place... also, being a minimalist doesn't mean being poor, it simply means being rich is not important 🙂

[@LoveMyZJ]

Over the years, I gradually found myself wanting less and less. I do collect a few small things as a hobby, but otherwise, if I was going to buy something, it needed to serve a useful purpose, or replace something that was quite worn out. I have felt the pressure from greater society to want more, but I just can't bring myself to do that; I don't want a lot of stuff. And I feel a certain sense of peace from that.

[@PsychedelicActualization]

"By letting go of even the thought 'I,' and 'me' what is left? There is nowhere to stand and no one to stand there. No separation anywhere. Pure awareness. Neither this, nor that. Just clarity and being." ~ Ram Dass 🧘🏽‍♂️❤️🙏🏽

[@loeungcam.]

True happiness is when you don’t attach to anything in your life. You have to live as your own.

[@read_to_me_a_book_with_samira]

Simplicity✨

[@evobizz4892]

✨

[@mbalce6220]

Marcus aurelius

[@gusyates1839]

Interesting. I knew I was a minimalist but didn’t know there was an ancient philosophy behind such a lifestyle.

[@mrcuttime22]

Since 2010 I live by two phrases: "Everything is EXACTLY the way it's supposed to be." and "Want what you already have." I doubt if I could've heeded this advice when I was in my 20s or 30s. It's perhaps only when life tells us we have no choice but to let go of this then that. THEN we start to accept and say goodbye easier.

[@alanperez7657]

🙏🏼🔥

[@runswithraptors]

Wise man

[@nightwatchall]

I have considered this for a long time as all my belongings feel like a burden to me and I think we all buy loads of crap we do not need or really want. We get taken in by adverts for this and that just because it's available and we are told that 'YOU NEED THIS' ! This is a great video, thank you.

[@Ninja9JKD]

3:50, I agree with your pain points and perhaps you mention this... where it is best as a minimalist to buy more expensive things is when they are made better, last longer, and used/appreciated well. Keeping in mind not to conflate quality and branding... some items can be passed down for many generations, those we should invest in

[@Einzelgänger]

Yes, I agree with you. Not all expensive things are status symbols. In many cases, they're of good quality and sustainable. I could have clarified this. Anyway, thanks for the feedback!

[@labornurse]

My example. Buy a Lexus, drive it most of your life. Give it to a grandchild as their first car.

[@TreeofLife_111]

The things you own, can end up owning you. It’s better to be free of things. Instead, focus on your physical and mental well being, be more family oriented, and learn skills you can use forever

[@SeattlePioneer]

> It might be better, but how do you deal with the uncertainties of life? You will have a lifetime need for shelter ---- how will you command the resources needed to insure you can meet that need? Similarly needs for food, water, health care transportation and education need to be met for a lifetime. Things CAN wind up owning you. And they can also provide you with comfort and security. Rather than swearing off "things," I suggest that they be accumulated wisely rather than eschewed altogether.

[@roberthuttle]

I myself can confirm, letting go of things creates a oneness and clarity that is hard to grasp unless it's done. I ran down to Mexico in flight of my own stupid actions many years ago. I gave away everything,,, my home, valuables, people I cared for, pets... I lived in a small, eastern town in Baja for almost a year,,, my money lasted two weeks, my car was all I had, (exception); a kitten I smuggled with me. I didn't speak Spanish. I

[@patricelauverjon3177]

Letting go is often more required from others than from ourself. The word Psychology cannot be as scary when we realise we live it day after day, as it is present even when we think we leave it behind. Quiet moments and busy moments have all psy contents. Starting from here makes it easier to climb up the hierarchy of needs of Maslow with confidence. Indeed confidence and gratitude are the keys helping through despair and expanding positive moments. Universal Values tell us is that storms and cyclones are events that do not destroy the overall balance, so they are backed up by an unreachable infinite system. Trying hard to penetrate the absolute can be harmful while going along with what is accessible, using knowledge and feelings, is a much easier path towards being ourselves. I looked for God and never found him or her, I looked for myself and enjoyed going along with Universal Values. As a reminder: Nature is the earthen language of the Universe. Recycling is not about science it is about working at our own image in win win terms

[@marypatton1122]

You leave off the most important part. Gratitude for all you are.

[@AmarMTV]

“Things you own end up owning you”

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

Happy, financially successful people achieve their wealth by going after something other than money. Call it purpose, mission, or passion - it does not matter.👍

[@True38]

Very true, done this myself and found myself very happy and self-actualized. Unfortunately, much of what I've been doing is not profitable at all so in that sense, always make sure that your purpose is aligned with something that is profitable to do. E.g. If you love IT then you're in big luck because IT-guys are much needed.

[@RobbenBanks153]

But who does IT because they love it? IT is lucrative because it fuels materialism.

[@AmalAli-dd9tt]

loneliness and the pain of loneliness makes someone cares about posessions..if someone had the love they always dreamed of ,all posessions in the world wouldnt mean nothing or even matter..losing a loved one makes u wana be a minimalist and not care anymore about anything...real wealth is health and to love and be loved in return ...

[@tikitavi7120]

"Enough is as good as a feast." Mary Poppins

[@pulledtrigger]

I only had my 4 kettlebells and my bass and amp as my hobbies. Taking weight training more serious and since there was a bench set laying around the house i rent at. I could not resist buying a barbell with plates and a few dumbbells. I thought might as well make some use for it. While I prefer doing more calisthenics most of the time. I feel like I wasted money but I prefer training alone and having the access to it anytime of the day without walking to the gym besides having to take the barbell and plates out of my room to the backyard. I quickly came to realize it's the discipline of putting the hours in that will give strength rather than having more options to choose from to how differently each tool will train the body a certain way. I was alot more disciplined when I had less equipment to choose from but I'm now starting to get this psychological effect called "paradox of choice"

[@springwinds7208]

The most expansive possession we have is our own self ♥️

[@sirrathersplendid4825]

Expensive or expansive? If expensive, then I’d say time. Once it’s gone no matter how much cash you have you’ll not get it back.

[@bekind3050]

@@sirrathersplendid4825 Time & Energy. When we're old, it doesn't matter how much money we have.. we can't do thing that we want to do (biking, long walk etc.) Enjoy life now.,

[@sirrathersplendid4825]

@@bekind3050 - Exactly right! Too many people work hard their whole life thinking they will “live it up” when they retire. By then it’s too late! The trick is to Keep Moving!

[@bekind3050]

@@sirrathersplendid4825 its funny because I'm currently in Finland & heading to Thailand for 23 days vacation. 7 countries in 8 weeks. Let's keep moving.

[@TayoAinaFilms]

Loved this! This concept is what freedom really is.

[@soaceba]

Is it or have you been convinced it is?

[@youaresomeone3413]

@@soaceba exactly

[@lvngitcouture]

Lovely to see you here 🖤😁🖤

[@sandeshbhandare7238]

Then go the jungle and live in a tiny house. Relax and good luck getting your food supplies. You won't even have the time to relax.

[@youaresomeone3413]

@@sandeshbhandare7238 Life isn't about relaxing, who said that's what life was for? As far as I know since the late 1900's is the only time in history where humanity has had it like this to where it's made everyone sloppy and lazy.

[@rinolevesquejr2914]

i had a thought long ago that feels like it has a home here with people that like this video. It is that you can always get more but you can't have more. i have my own feelings and experiences that make this thought seem so natural and obviously true. it popped into my head before i could even grasp possible meaning of it and in a way my own curiosity ultimately made it a very valuable personal wisdom.

[@erdishzane472]

I own nothing. Live with a girl, I have clothes, iPad, laptop and a phone. I got a little inheritance recently which means I don’t need to work. Life changing money to me, but not much to many. But I have simplistic needs, so doesn’t cost me much to survive. I’ve never been happier

[@elizabethazasriel6553]

U can only judge true happiness when u dont have that inheritance either

[@erdishzane472]

@@elizabethazasriel6553 the only thing it has done is mean I don’t have to work, I was happy with who I am, just had to work. Now I do what I want

[@jonnyholland1991]

What a video... That quote, "what you have is once what you hoped for", is very thought provoking.

[@Monster_Mover_Stocks]

I just ordered another inflatable pool from Amazon. Yeah, I said "another". That makes 2 for those counting at home. I will not be swayed by this minimalist philosophy being preached in this video. I can feel your envy from here.

[@thatcanadiangrandma]

Being poor helps with minimalism. I have always had that mindset of not pursuing a social status, or wanting stuff. Even as a teenager i would prefer experiences and humans over objects. I still have a better time at my local library borrowing books than at the shopping center looking for some object that's going to make my life better, as they say in those adds. I live in a one room appartement, it's not fancy or anything, and there's no trendy minimalism decor to show here. It's very clean, it breathes space, and i have room for being with myself. I see a lot of aesthetic minimalism in some videos, it's just the same old problem of consumerism in disguise. I don't see it as minimalism at all. They display these neat expensive objects, coffee tables, an expensive coffee machine, linen clothes that all have the same colour, along with lo-fi music....to make it all better. I live with the bare essentials, i never shopped online, and i enjoy all the free things and experiences life has to offer. And it has PLENTY. This morning, my place is filled with the sound of the winds outside and our first snow is on show. I don't need anything else. I enjoyed that video,thank you:)

[@playmaker7094]

your honesty is admirable

[@thatcanadiangrandma]

@@playmaker7094 Thank you!!! Have a great day:)

[@joannaedwards6325]

Thank you for sharing. I'm happy for you. I can relate. My mornings are now filled with bird chirping outside my kitchen window INSTEAD of a.m. TV noise. When I lived in a studio apartment everything had it's purpose. Nothing not needed...no clutter. I felt content too.😊❤

[@godzilla964]

I live in a trailer, and I love it because it forces me to be as minimalistic as possible due to the lack of space.

[@faerys_wheel6529]

"This comment section is full of wholesome people." -me lol

[@mkhitarkhitaryan]

I produce self development and motivational videos in my channel , I want some honest opinions I am waiting for both positive and negative feedback ,

[@Milk27]

" 'This comment section is full of wholesome people.' - me lol " - me hehe

[@Karen-ul9hd]

Was just thinking that. Would be so nice to meet you all :)

[@Trumpheishim]

There are many ways to live in peace, I found, innersisim is a book I'm writing, it's basically about finding self wealth within thy self, innersisim, to be connected to thy selfs highest energy and mirroring the best version of thy self everyday

[@Nitecrow314]

Are you related to Sum Ting Wong? Only joking, have a great day 😀

[@VoiceoverByIvy]

I'm interested!

[@kaanalove5849]

True wealth is within. Happiness is within. When we look outside of us to feel whole, we will always be striving after the wind and be unhappy

[@Stefanie1119]

I notice a lot of people getting more caught up in the "purge" aspect of minimalism than minimizing their purchases long term. Love your vids. Re-reading Tao Te Ching atm = ]

[@josetamariz9388]

"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." Epicurus

[@mrdavis3298]

my wife and I have paid off/sold $213,000 in debt over the past 15 months. bought older vehicles, cash. the past month we sold our trailboss, durango, my mustang and camper.....thought I needed them for a good life.....but now it's good!!

[@karmasutra4774]

That is awesome! It is better to live below your means and put money into things that matter to you

[@mrdavis3298]

@@karmasutra4774 we are going to save, we see whats coming in this world. Hopefully money means something.

[@Alex-js6wr]

Can you do a video on some ideas from Jesus? Without looking at it from a “religious standpoint” he has some pretty wise ideas and philosophies I think would be beneficial

[@heckdylan]

Nah Jesus made me suffer more then he ever helped I am free to be me so should others be I don't recommend forcing anything

[@philipmulvihill1455]

best discovery of this former religious Catholics life finding HIDDENMEANINGS COM!!! PROOF and the VEIL removed!!! peace

[@naturesfinest2408]

People tend to overlook how much that you cam take away from the bible. Treat it like any other philosophy book. Look at the stories and see what you can gleam from it.

[@alexm8443]

@@heckdylan You made yourself suffer. Not Jesus.

[@ashishsachdeva4377]

Working part time and enjoying full life is better than working full time and enjoying half life: My Grandfather's Father.

[@Portia620]

Letting go can bring way more than people realize like extreme peace!!!

[@EvosBasics]

“It’s the key to life. Money, power, and respect” - lil Kim

[@urmama54]

wheres lil jim now

[@EvosBasics]

@@urmama54 where’s your sense of humor

[@kennybarrett6111]

This documentary is the cure for the disease hoarding. Thank you🙏❤️

[@sheilaamunez8768]

Same applies to letting go of people and relationships that create clutter into my life and cause me to overextend myself.

[@nickbrown5457]

Interesting comment. I always feel guilt about relationships I've let lapse. Maybe I'm looking at it wrong. Maybe that person was cluttering up my life in some way.

[@sheilaamunez8768]

@@nickbrown5457 I wanted to stay free by being who I truly am, thus, understanding how I want to treat myself. And generally, I keep myself warned of probable traps - whether with material things or people and relationships. For years living in this world, overseeing happenings around me and what I had gone through, rat race is getting so old and ugly for me. Now, in whatever I do, I simply aim for the intangible, immortal and eternal - bliss, peace of mind.

[@playmaker7094]

@@nickbrown5457 dont ever feel guilty,you shouldn't,i was there as well

[@joannaedwards6325]

​@@sheilaamunez8768 🎉 ✌ so well thought and said. Thanks.

[@joannaedwards6325]

I'm so much calmer and happier after quitting all the low vibration chit chat with all my neighbors. Now they all SEEM to be concerned with my isolationism and the state of my mental health. 😅 Uncluttered space and uncluttered social life makes for more PEACE and JOY❤

[@miniharez]

Ive been working on minimalism the past 3 years. I dont know if Ill be a minimalist for but I figured I would start at the bottom of my basic needs and work my way up. I turned my car into a comfortable living situation, got a storage shed with only the things I need, like stuff for my job and camping gear ect. I no longer buy stuff unless i really need it or that it’s something that will enrich my life. I figured if I can make myself happy without the “normal” lifestyle amenities, then that will teach me how to recognize whats important and what weighs me down. Plus living this lifestyle I dont have to work as much because my bills are VERY LOW, and I can still save money while having more time to work out, hike, make music and enjoy my life. So far so good!👌

[@kelblueskies3937]

"For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?", The Lord Jesus Christ...

[@JaysonT1]

"Religion sucks" - Jesus Christ

[@SignificantPressure100]

Jesus is not real -all the 20th century philosophers and scientists

[@Israelb7616]

Amen, God is good. Jesus is the best ever🥰🥰

[@bwanna23]

Mammon worshipers don't understand this at all.

[@SignificantPressure100]

@MrLaci0110 If you Didn't invent the "Airplane" then I will Not take your opinion seriously.

[@blessmusicdaily]

This is true because since march i'm living simple life and i found happiness to it 🥰 best year ever.

[@greedx7073]

“The liberator who destroys my property is fighting to save my spirit. The teacher who clears all possessions from my path will set me free.” -Chuck Palahniuk

[@brian-beeler]

“The things you own end up owning you. It's only after you lose everything that you're free to do anything.” - Tyler Durden in "Fight Club"