Everything I Bought and Decluttered in 2022 as a Minimalist

[@SimpleHappyZen]

A huge THANK YOU to all of you who watched my videos here on KZbin or on Patreon this year! 🤗💕 Without your support and encouragement, I wouldn't be able to make videos for a living. If you've been watching, liking, commenting, or supporting the channel through Patreon or one of my courses, please know that I really appreciate it so much. I am beyond grateful for this amazing community! 🌺

[@onimendez7735]

Thank you Vera! You look beautiful (as always). Wishing you much love, serenity and joy 🌟 🕊 💕

[@dejanmanojlovic3028]

Thank You. 🤗

[@gillianm9367]

Hi Vera, I'm looking forward to catching up on your last 3 videos- this one looks especially good. I need some inspiration for a pre Christmas clear out and I've definitely come to the right place 💕

[@michellef.554]

Love your videos 📹 so much. So refreshing 😌 and enjoyable.

[@yureshalakmali2409]

I really love your videos and never missed anyone since 2019. Thank you so much for them and those videos really inspired me. Wishing you the best and merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄🎄❤

[@bonnierosendale]

This was a really inspiring video, Vera! I didn't really get rid of much this year, but I did a lot of "emotional baggage" throwing out. And it felt good. It was a good thing for me. My mother passed in January and we had a very difficult relationship. It took me a while to not feel guilty about being relieved that she is gone. She was a very unhappy person and was spreading her pain to the whole family. While we mourn the person she once was, we are glad that she is no longer suffering. I also did some practical cleaning out. As an older person, I'd accumulated a lot of things from a couple of past generations and after asking "the kids" about these things and some careful consideration, I donated a lot of kitchen items that I'd kept because they belonged to "grandma" or they were passed down, but of no real value. This, too, was a big relief! I'm in the process of working through some wardrobe items that are literally collecting dust! They've got to go. One drawer, one closet at a time. I think this will be a good winter project!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences Bonnie! It sure sounds like you've had lots of release this year, which is wonderful. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom, I think it's amazing how you're dealing with that and with your difficult relationship. Very inspiring. :) Sending you a big hug, wishing you all the best with the rest of your decluttering goals, and of course, wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season and an amazing 2023!!

[@marianebea4184]

My mother passed three months ago and I even can't touch her things. That makes me cry. I still don't know when I will be able to declutter something but I have to. There's really little space..

[@bonnierosendale]

@@marianebea4184 Ah, Mariana, I am so sorry for your loss. You will know when it's time to clear things and emotions away. Just follow your heart and remember all the happiness you were gifted through your relationship with your mom. May 2023 bring you peace and joy!

[@marianebea4184]

@@bonnierosendale Thank you, dear Bonnie 🙏

[@feylights166]

Minimalism doesn't have to mean deprivation (or it shouldn't). We need to be intentional about our consumptions, but it doesn't mean we should hold back to the point where it actually makes life more complicated or miserable. Those keychains are so cute! I have a weakness for anime merch lol.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Couldn't agree more!! Also, I know hihi, they're so cute ❤️😅

[@eloquentlyemma]

Hi Vera, I found that it was getting my robot vacuum that really kickstarted my minimalist/intentional living journey. It started with having to keep the floor clear so that my vacuum would not struggle. This then got me into the habit of keeping other areas clean and a realisation that by reducing the number of possessions that I have, I can be more intentional. This year, I upgraded my robot vacuum to one with an extra bin so that I only need to empty it every two months - this was my purchase of the year.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah that's so true!! :) Great example. Yes, we also had one part of the house to think about, where there are a bunch of cables on the floor, that the robot doesn't like haha. So we'll need to think of a solution for that. Otherwise, the floors are clear. But yes, it does motivate you to keep the floors clear :)

[@breezyvibe]

You've never looked better. And you've never been more de-cluttered. Thanks for an excellent channel!! 🥀

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much, that's so sweet! Have a wonderful day

[@fatimatrinidadcamacho]

My most bigger declutter this year was my entire closet, I decide to let got of the uncomfortable clothes, and that makes me feel such in peace. Because now when I got out I feel confident about what I am wearing because fits me well. And I understand at my 28 that the woman doesn’t have to be in a certain tipe of clothes to be sexy. We are beautiful in different ways. And If you feel well with what you are wearing, you are going to transmit that exact same feeling

[@chazychaz7581]

Mostly emotional decluttering this year. Toxic people, protecting my sensitive personality and I've also been a shopaholic for years, doing so much better everyday though. Some times I have a bad day, and get back into the habit of purchasing, but thank you for your very inspirational videos! Still my favourite channel to watch and keep me motivated and now I'm saving up to buy a house! 🏠❤️🙏 Merry Christmas from Denmark 🌲☃️❄️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Amazing, great job!!! Thanks so much for your support, wishing you all the best with your goal for saving up to buy a house. Have a wonderful holiday season!!

[@maryabreu9634]

Hi Vera. Your relationship with 'dead plants' sent ripples of resonating laughter within me! I can relate to many of the things you talk about. It's like having a 'friend' who is very similar to myself 😅😊. Thank you for sharing yourself, your experiences and knowledge 👏 Mary in the UK

[@mmg4363]

My biggest declutter this year was my body weight - shed 10kg from 63 to 53, and I am now in a healthy BMI range. However as a result I will have to change my wardrobe next year as the old clothes are now too big. I will try to alter as many as I could, to reduce the buying though. Many thanks for your inspiring videos and also sharing from our community here. Happy holidays and have a great 2023 ahead! ❤️

[@tlc0816]

I decluttered a bunch of clothes, shoes, purses, furniture, kitchenware and more. I would consider myself a maximalist but I’m starting to change my ideals and love to become a minimalist in the future. I would say I decluttered more than 500 items, and I am still not finished. My goal is declutter 50% of my things. I would like to have a no buy year for clothes/shoes/accessories in 2023. Thank you for inspiring and for sharing your minimalism. My best purchase this year was a Dyson cordless vacuum that we got on sale during Black Friday. Cheers to 2023 and Happy New Year to all!

[@lesliepalmer7407]

You've motivated me! I'll carry this out in 2023! And like you did, I can list things I want to get rid of. I greatly appreciate it!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So happy to hear it!! Enjoy tracking your ins and outs next year 🤗🌹

[@zigm7420]

The best thing I decluttered this year was a bunch of old cards and letters. The messages in some of them were quite toxic so it was a relief to get rid of them and I could finally let the people who wrote them go. (The people themselves had passed quite a while ago, which is why I had held on to the letters.)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That sounds like a great decision you made for your happiness :) Congrats!

[@asavannah7439]

I had a couple of beautiful handmade mugs. The person who made them however, is very toxic, so I donated them

[@panipiotrowski2275]

Great video! Best thing I've purchased this year: a few well fitting clothes (since I've also recently lost a little weight). Most rewarding things I've decluttered: 1) Old notebooks from university courses I took and no longer need or look at, 2) old cards and letters which make me sad rather than happy to re-read. P.S. I have been watching your videos for a while, and always make a cup of tea or coffee at the beginning.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow, wonderful examples!!! Great job :) And congrats on the weight loss! Also, so happy to hear you've been ejoying my videos with a cup of tea or coffee 🥰🥰

[@vickitatsu2752]

Hi Vera! My best purchase this year was also a robot vacuum, a Danish dough whisk, period underwear ,Darn Tough socks and a laptop. Although I don't have a huge amount of clothes, I managed to declutter a bunch that I loved, just the color or style didn't flatter my frame.

[@corinnaturner5827]

Congratulations on your weight loss! Also, I really appreciated this video. I was thinking of doing something like this for 2023 and now you’ve really inspired me to do so. I don’t feel like I purchase a lot, but I bet when I write it down, I’ll be surprised. I love your videos and I’m so glad that now you don’t have to wait 3 hours for them, but instead only 5 minutes when they are done. Yay!!!❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Corinna!! Yes, I recommend writing them down, it's a lot of fun to see everything at the end of the year. And you'd be surprised how little things here and there add up 😁😅

[@JoanSilva52]

I love how you tracked it all ... the in and the out. Most of us are not that mindful about tracking this and think our MINDS know the truth about it. However, as you said, you were surprised by the # that came in and out.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes! It really adds up quickly. Just replacing some coasters will already be 6 out and 10 in. So... yeah. Hahaha. Will definitely track it again next year.

[@autumnjoycemarie]

I haven’t seen anyone journal and keep track like this. I’m taking it as a challenge. Curious to see how I do and putting a journal by the back door so I can remember each time.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Great!! Have fun with it! :D

[@karenhutchins8161]

My best in and out this year. I gave away a bulky desk and replaced it with an adjustable standing desk that is lighter in color and weight and makes my office look so much more open.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oh that sounds great!! :) We also went for a small size desk. If we do end up moving sometime in the next few years, this way it'll most likely fit in any small office space :)

[@yukil.spencer3848]

I wanted to mention that I think your English has improved over the years compared to your videos maybe two or three years ago (long time sub) and I really like listening to your videos

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Yuki!! :) Yes, always speaking and writing in English for my job has helped :)

[@TheMennomilist]

Yey for those of us who have been minimalists for over a decade! I'm 16 years now and I love finding oldies haha. We are always decluttering and working on how we do things. :: nods :: Loved this video. I love how you did a lot of replacing of items but you decluttered more than you bought anyway, so it works out. Love those ramen bowls and plates. The robot vacuums are interesting. I never used one. I am glad your allergies will be okay.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much! :D Happy you enjoyed the video. Wishing you a wonderful festive season 🤗🌱

[@nataliekibble9091]

I am definitely going to do this for 2023.

[@lawendanka]

me too

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! 😁 Enjoy!

[@mukundjere9230]

Hi Vera. How are you? You are perfect minimalist. Your every need or action is thoughtful. Actually you celebrating life. Your teaching skill is perfect for beginner or those who already on the way. Thanks. Enjoy moments 🎉🎉

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much, I appreciate it! :) Wishing you a wonderful end of 2022 and an amazing 2023!

[@katyreadsbooks1531]

Love the idea of an in/out running list! I decided to keep track of those this year (2023) starting today! I’m also doing a no-buy week (for starters). Thank you for inspiration! ❤️

[@meamela9820]

My best purchase this year was probably a new computer. It is something I have been considering for years and now it was time. Best thing decluttered was probably my jewlery collection. It was way too big compared to how little I use. My mom had really green fingers and always said that the most common reason for plants dying is overwatering them, and with my own trying to figure out how to take care of plants I feel like it's easier to overwater the small ones.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love what you shared about your purchase/declutters! Also, you're probably right about overwatering the small plants.. hihi

[@tonibetzner263]

Whisper of the heart is one of my favorites

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That one is so beautiful 🥰😭

[@ms.schnapp7415]

Love the idea of tracking items that come in and go out♥Favorite purchase - a lamp for my bedroom. The warm light coming from a small attractive lamp really softens the room. Favorite declutter - sentimental items in clothing and in Christmas decor. I'm finally letting go of sentimentals. I want others to enjoy these, rather than them remaining unused for years. Congrats on minus 15!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Amazing! Great examples of nice purchases and declutters :)

[@kdoubell6610]

Enjoying the houseplants I recently purchased and got rid of many kitchen items that I had too many of

[@mush3199]

Vera you are so very inspiring. I love to see your videos show up-makes me smile quite literally This year we settled into the home we bought two years ago which meant letting go of things that, while useful still, no longer served us or the space. So lots of little things left. My favorite purchase is a new bed with bamboo sheets-who knew these were so delightful. My body appreciates waking up without pain. The old bed went to a family member’s guest room.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much, that's so nice to hear :) Also, love your best purchase! A good bed to sleep in is so important :)

[@renehoffman4343]

You will enjoy that robot vacuum/mop! I got back so much more time and sanity with mine. 😊 One of the best purchases I've made.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Already love it :D

[@CT1010101]

I don't think there's a right or wrong way to minimalism. It's not a science. You just do what works for you. There must be a lot of people making others wrong for their style of minimum bc most minimalist videos I see are really caught up with doing it right.

[@TheKatrinol]

Thanks so much for this and all other videos this year Vera! I kept a list like yours this year and now approaching 250+ items out and 60 items in. (Not counting the 1 in-1out:s). I’m both happy and surprised of these numbers since I’ve been a minimalist for a few years now. Now to the question of my best declutter this year: the best and the far most challenging declutter and decision for me was to sell our sailing boat. I’ve been sailing my entire life and this boat was in our family since 2001, my husband and I had it since 2017 and we raised two kids with it. We are really relieved although I still get emotional when I think of what we have left behind. So thank you Vera for not only inspiring to do declutter at home, but also to question, be honest to oneself and actually dare to take tough decisions. The boat drained our energy in periods and now we are free. I will sail again but probably not own a boat, at least not in a very long time.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow that's amazing Katrin, way to goooo!! 🥰❤️

[@francineh.7825]

All of your purchases make complete sense and the hand made dishes are so very beautiful! Your boyfriend's gifts are also so nice and thoughtful. My best decluttering this year was cleaning out my shed. I bought my cottage 3 years ago and never tackled the shed out in the backyard. It was very satisfying to get rid of the broken/not needed items from the previous owner (old broken bike, old sink) and to organize the lumber, tools, etc. in there. Such a relief to have someone else's energy cleared away (not that he was bad lol) it just was a huge task of things to get rid of that I never would have bought. Ended up being a truckload full of stuff!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow that sounds like a huge project!! 😮 Way to go!! 😁

[@kamloopscruiser874]

You’ll love the robot vacuum and mop. It made a tremendous difference with my asthma- one of the best decisions I’ve made.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! :D

[@ValleyOakPaper]

I hear you on the vacuum cleaner noise. I try to wear ear protection when I use mine. That's not ideal either but at least I'm not completely exhausted after vacuuming.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Exactly!!! :)

[@Nora-jt9zy]

Congratulations on your weight loss! You look amazing ❤️ We don’t have a robot vacuumer, but a couple of years ago we invested in a robot lawn mower for similar reasons that you describe. Both me and our children are very allergic to grass, so all the work of mowing the lawn fell on my husband. So after 20 years, he truly deserved that task being taken off his list, as there are other tasks that are on his list due to our allergies as well. And we really appreciate this little helper. And as you have said before… there is no right or wrong way to do this. I am not a minimalist, but I can’t imagine anyone criticizing you for investing in your health. Who says that minimalists can’t have technology? If that is the case, I can never become one… It’s basically one of my hobbies… Take care, and be happy. That is the most important thing 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that, thank you so much Nora! Wishing you and your family a wonderful festive season! ✨🌹🤗🎄✨

[@kimfontaine7453]

Lovely video, thanks for sharing! You are very conscientious in recording all of the ins and outs through the year, good job 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Kim!! 🤗🌺 Yes haha, this video did turn out to be a LOT of work. But I had so much fun :)

[@camillaholst7321]

Dear Vera, Thank you so much for this video. Such a good idear to track your "ins" & "outs" in your B.J. I will for sure try that in mine, during the new year. Greetings from Camilla in Denmark ☀️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Nice!! Enjoy tracking it, it's really fun to see everything at the end of the year 🤗❤️

[@Moin_Christin]

I decluttered my swivel chair and have bought a sit/stand aid "active" to replace. That was definitively the best decisions as I wasn't able to sit on the swivel chair for a long time (due to a spinal disk herniation) and, therefore, wasn't able to work and paint at my desk. Additionally, the sit/stand aid doesn't need that much space as my swivel chair and isn't such an eye catcher what I really like... 🥰 Like in your case, something what I should have done years ago. 😅

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah that sounds like a really useful purchase that really makes things better! :)

[@simply_linka]

What a great idea! I think I'll try keeping record of my purchases and decluttered items in 2023 😄

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay!! Enjoy recording it, it's a lot of fun to see everything at the end of the year :)

[@clarajose3072]

Thank you, Vera for this inspiring video! I'm at the beginning of my personal trip for a more intentional and clutter-free life and this year I've decluttered lots of clothes, around 200 books and over 50 kg of old National Geographic magazines. For me, books are the most challenging items to declutter, but I'm on the way. I haven't done many decluttering sessions lately, but this video kind of reminded me why I too decide to pursue this path to a more meaningful and calmer life. And I'm very glad to see that you are ok and that you have your usual energy back!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Clara! Also, congrats on all the decluttering progress you've made!! 🤗🌺🌱

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Hi Vera you look so pretty in light green. Absolutely Loved loved 🥰 this video it was so interesting. So happy you have upgraded your tech items & ceramic items beautiful. Enjoy using your IRobot ❤ love your channel I find it so relaxing & peaceful ❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much Sharon! Glad you enjoyed the video 🥰 Have a lovely weekend!!

[@micajahsmom]

I got rid of my microwave and purchased an electric tea kettle. I love it. Great on the weight loss and that green sweater looks good on you.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Great examples, thanks for sharing Maggie!! :) Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, and all the best for 2023!

[@jennierollins8789]

Vera, I can relate to the slow computer. Can be so frustrating. I go to school and like you want to keep using what I have until it no longer works. I was convinced by my son that I needed a new one. Pow! He was right, so much faster. Made my life much easier and now I have so much more time. I bet you feel like your work is no burden now and can be more exciting and eventful. We have a lot of DVDs '. Those have been leaving our home. Enjoyed the video! ☮️🌍🌲

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oh that's wonderful Jennie! It's amazing how much time it can save, isn't it :) Wishing you all the best with your studies. Thank you so much for all of your support and encouragement this year, it really means a lot to me ❤️💕

[@pigletsbank437]

Best purches would be my outdoor winterjacket it's light, jet very comfortable and warm😍. With big regret I had to de clutter two plants this week... The central air controller system in our building went down on Friday, it took 4 days to get a mechanic in to fix it. It got so damp water was pouring on the inside of the windows despite opening windows all day, drying them twice a day and heating on at night. the two plants got mouldy so tossed them out as soon as I noticed it. It had had to be done cause it dangerous for your health. My old winterjacket was donated afther 15 jears of use because it was still ok....

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oh that sounds like it must've been so annoying.. Hope it's all fixed now!

[@pigletsbank437]

@@SimpleHappyZen yes it is, no worries! 👍😃

[@teresaromero8655]

I replaced the TV in my living room , I also replaced my freezer and my microwave. I got rid of bedding that I didn’t need , towels , movies , clothing . shoes. Feels good. I donated them ! 😊 PS: I love my Roomba vacumm ! 😉

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah those sound great!! :D

[@valeriechern]

Yay! New video!!! *Runs to get a cup of coffee*

[@SimpleHappyZen]

🥰🥰🥰

[@Sandra-Sabdea]

Thank you for this great video of "in and outs" in 2022 🙏! I will make my own list for my "in and outs" next year and I'm very excited what is the result in the end of the year 😅😍! 🤗🎄✨

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome!! 🥰 Enjoy recording everything, wishing you a wonderful festive season! ✨🌹🤗🎄✨

[@sandrar4589]

Your video inspired me and I definitely want to keep a list of new items and decluttered items next year! This year the best new item that I added to our home was probably our new TV stand. And the best decluttered item was an old closet that came with the house..we will buy a new one though when the entryway renovation is done. But I am in the same boat with you about plants. I actually had a goal for this year to not to buy a single new plant.. But I ended up buying 3 I think (plus getting few for free from my mom), but somehow some of the smaller plants have died. Actually I think I killed 4 or 5 plants this year 🙊😬not on purpose of course😅

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So cool! Enjoy keeping the list next year, it's a lot of fun :) Also, congrats on the purchase and decluttering!! 🤗💕

[@sarastilleke]

Congrats on the weight loss! It’s super fun to be able to reinvent your wardrobe for the season/size change :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Sara! 🤗 I kind of was dreading making the changes to my clothing items actually, but now I'm really happy with my wardrobe :)

[@sluggo206]

Yes, Vera's videos are inspiring when I haven't been in a decluttering mood or I have external stress.

[@joank5585]

Wow, that is a lot of stuff going out, I think it was sweet of your boyfriend to buy the keychains! I also have a dead snake plant on my dresser right now, I’ve kept it there for about a month but now you’ve inspired me to throw it away 😕… loved this video and how you kept accountable for every single item! 👍

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Joan!! Yes, the dead plants are kind of hard to get rid of haha. But they're not going to come back to life 😂

[@starrysloth8018]

interesting and nice to see u doing an actual "stock take" of the ins and outs! i only embarked on the minimalism journey about 1-2years back and havent reached ur stage yet hehe. so i dont really keep track of what i decluttered but this is a good idea. the green top looks really pretty on u!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much! I can imagine it must be difficult to write everything down, if you're still decluttering a lot :)

[@perksofasimplelife6621]

O my, same.. we have this beautiful rattan table runner, it only scratch our table😢

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah what a shame!

[@kennethbailey9853]

You have nothing but brought me such Happiness these few years!😁

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much Kenneth!!! 🤗✨🌹

[@onimendez7735]

Same! 🤗 💕 🌟

[@flohough1870]

I loved this video, very inspiring with lots of great ideas! Definitely need to dig out one of my empty journals and use it for 2023's declutter mission! Best thing I got rid of: DISHES! Lots and lots of dishes. There will be more go out the door in 2023 as we are having our kitchen remodeled in the summer. Best purchase: this will sound weird, but having our washer and dryer repaired as opposed to replacing. It was strange timing for them both to break down within months of each other, but instead of costing us over $1000 to replace both, we spent around $500 to repair and will hopefully get many more years of use out of both. I am really enjoying your videos and I have subscribed, hoping it will help me to do even better in 2023.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much for sharing, that sounds like a smart decision!! Wishing you an amazing 2023! 🤗✨🥂🍵

[@sarahthatcher123]

Best thing I’ve purchased this year are a pair of super comfortable shoes and a sewing machine. I’m most happy about decluttering 15 pairs of shoes and a lot of clothes.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome!! 😁💕

[@Ania_1987]

15:22 such a timer saver. I love it

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Me too!! :D

[@lauraloves]

i found your channel in october this year (i think?) and you are one of the people who inspired/encouraged my decluttering journey! as of right now i have decluttered 100+ books, 15 dvds, sooo many art supplies, a tv, a dvd player, a coffee table and a bunch of random things!! still far from a simple life though :/ thanks for doing this and merry christmas and a happy new year to you and your loved ones!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow that's amazing Laura, congratulations!! 🤗💕 Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and all the best for 2023!

[@gwenj5419]

Love my robot vacuum. I used to have a separate robot mopper but never used it. Unlike the vacuum, you have to fill it with water so it's not really the same as the vacuum that functions independently.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah yes, I've looked at that. Decided to go for a 2-1 in the end. Haven't tried the mopping function yet though :)

[@gwenj5419]

@@SimpleHappyZen Hopefully they've improved it. Mine was several years ago.

[@rosywilson3076]

Vera, thank you for this, it’s made me think! This year I’ve sold my house and moved in with my husband, and we’ve both got rid of so much stuff! (When I say got rid of, I mean donated, sold, passed on, of course). We plan to buy a new house together next year and it’ll be really interesting to keep a record of what comes In and Out!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Rosy, glad you enjoyed the video! Also, congrats on moving in and wishing you lots of luck with your goals to buy a new house together!

[@pinkroses135]

Keeping tabs on the in and out is dedication. 💪🏻 99 items coming in over 365 days isn't bad at all. I've been going by where I'm at in life and how I feel about my living space but logging does sound like a good idea.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I can recommend writing it down, it's a lot of fun to see at the end of the year, and if you keep it up as soon as something goes in or out, it's not a lot of work at all :)

[@kellihop]

I love this! I'm going to try to keep track next year. I have such a terrible memory, the list will help me stay on track. And I absolutely agree about the plants. I do better with bigger ones🤣

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! :) I can recommend tracking it, it's a lot of fun :)

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Wow Vera you did get rid of a lot of things. Things we bought new this year. 3 replacements. Hot water heater, washing machine, and tea pot. 1 thing we didn't have and bought was a Dutch oven for making bread. I got rid of some clothes. Happy Christmas and the best in the new year. Hugs from Ohio USA 🌲❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much for sharing Cathy!! I'm curious, what's a Dutch oven? Is it different from other ovens? Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season as well!! All the best for 2023

[@cathylynnpietranton]

@@SimpleHappyZen It is a enamel cast iron pot with a lid that you bake bread in and other foods. Then you put it in your oven to bake.

[@Thisblendedhomestead]

This was so great and really encouraged me to be more mindful with what I bring in for the new year.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I love it!! Thanks Joy! :)

[@susan5661]

I so enjoyed this video Vera. I am going to follow your example for 2023 and track how much in and how much out. I absolutely love my robot vacuum, and I’m not a techie either 😊. Enjoy it!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Susan!! :) Enjoy recording your ins and outs next year :) It's not that much work if you record things as soon as they go in or out, and it's a lot of fun to see everything at the end of the year

[@victoriamather2267]

I love this idea! I’m going to start keeping a ‘In-Out’ list in 2023!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay!! Happy to hear that :D Wishing you a wonderful festive season! ✨🌹🤗🎄✨

[@juliemarkham4332]

Nothing wrong with upgrades on a 1-in-1-out system. That's how I live too!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I agree! :) Thanks Julie!

[@JuneLemmon]

I definitively need to write down everything I will purchase/get in 2023! It will be very eye opening. And probably very scary too! 😅 Congratulations on your weight loss! You look amazing as always 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much! Also, yay for writing it down! Hope you'll have lots of fun with it :)

[@cclark5456]

The best thing I decluttered this year was old photos. I decluttered the entire apartment this year and let go of hundreds of items - it's changed my life. Even though I've let go of so many things, I'm still feeling like there is more that I get rid of, but it's not always easy. I will keep at it next year and see how I go. The best thing I purchased was a new couch, as the small/cheap/old one was getting very uncomfortable to sit on.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow sounds like you've had a lot of change in your life this year! Wishing you all the best for 2023! :)

[@marshapaisley6801]

You have encouraged me to keep an “in and out list”….. Thank you. You are a blessing to all of your subscribers!!❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So cool!! Enjoy recording your ins and outs :) I'll be doing it again this year too! :)

[@caar6611]

Hi, Vera! 🌺Well I don't usually comment but now I have to. I've been watching your content for months and I was not expecting Trails to show up! It made me a bit giddy because I don't know many people here in the Netherlands who've played the games. Playing through all of that together sounds like a wonderful experience and I'm glad you ended up enjoying it so much. Estelle and Olivert are so cute! That was honestly such a sweet gift. I myself have been waiting for Crossbell before continuing with CS3. I finished Zero recently and it was amazing so I can't wait for what is to come! The section on electronic devices was also very insightful. Those tend to be pretty big purchases so I keep postponing them when my old devices are still working. But you made a very good point. Maybe I'm overstretching their use and they are starting to hold me back? Thank you for the excellent video with such an interesting topic as always, Vera! I'll be around for future uploads.😄

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aaaaaah so cool to meet another Trails fan!!!! 🥰💕

[@patriciafisher3108]

Vera, I really enjoyed viewing this video. I would rate the year 2022 a real winner for you. I loved hearing that you and your husband enjoy a shared interest playing the video games. The keychains he gifted you was a sweet gesture. This year you gained more time to yourself. You no longer have to spend it on vaccuming ( Ahh -Choo) and waiting so long for your videos to process. This is a result of your wisely investing your money into improving the quality of your life. Personally, I got a kick out of your tracking items in and items out. I have been doing the same for several years. At the end of each month I hope to see that less came into the house than went out. If it comes out that way, I consider myself a winner. I intend to continue this practice in 2023 and beyond. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your husband.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much for your kind comment Patricia!! I agree with what you said about more things going out than going in :) Thank you so much for your support this year, wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season and all the best for 2023!!

[@lieslherman]

This is so motivating!! I've been tracking my purchases this year for budgeting purposes, but haven't yet looked at them closely in terms of how much clutter I've invited in--I'll definitely be doing that nearer the year's end. Between kids and buying a new (larger) home there was a LOT of shifts, so I'm giving myself some grace, but even still I think I'm still proud of how far I've come from previous years. Seeing how carefully you consider everything that enters and leaves your home really inspires me to be even more discerning and mindful. I already had my spending tracker set up in my Bullet Journal, I'll just have to be less lazy about lumping things together if I want to track amount in/out, too. 🤣 Thank you for sharing how you did yours!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're so welcome Liesl, glad you enjoyed the video! Yes I can recommend tracking it, it's a lot of fun to see everything at the end of the year. :) Congrats on the move!!

[@anitademeter5757]

yes..i have a difficult time with letting go of dead plants. I try to cut them back as a very last chance...some come back...most of them die...😇🙏

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahaha yes!! That's what I do too

[@jennaj.1072]

Such an interesting project to keep track of! It really shows the turnover and cycle of our items. I hope you enjoy your robot vacuum, mine was definitely the best purchase of 2021. In fact, it's saved so much time on cleaning that sometimes I'm struggling to fill up my free time now 😄 I guess it's a good problem to have, a perfect challenge for a minimalist. Happy Christmas, and thank you for this year.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahaha now if we can only find a robot that cleans the bathroom! 😁

[@lorenaburgess9097]

I am in the process of deciding what to Declutter

[@evalindell2757]

Best buy was a round smaller table for our dining room & best declutter was all the books that didn’t fit into our new smaller bookshelf.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oh great!! :D

[@CitrouilleCitron]

Wahoo counting all these items in / out is a huge work, congrats !!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Haha thanks! Actually, it wasn't that hard. As long as you write things down as soon as they go out or come in, it's fine :) It didn't happen daily.

[@CitrouilleCitron]

@@SimpleHappyZen that's a good idea ! I will try ;)

[@bethany9477]

Such a fun video to watch, it's so interesting to see what other people have decluttered. I love your bunny pjs, so cute! My favourite purchase last year was my wedding ring 💙

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thanks Bethany, and congratulations!!!

[@Runner8617]

I love these types of videos! Seeing/hearing the numbers motivates me somehow. Thanks again!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's great to hear :) Have a great day!

[@michaelb41]

It's nice you minimize and do not suffer self-imposed poverty! I enjoy seeing your choices. Cheers!!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much!! 😁

[@charlottea.9642]

This is such a great video! I actually started a decluttering list earlier this month, but I’ll likely follow your example and create something a little more detailed. I think that will help increase mindfulness when acquiring new items… This year, I also decluttered my digital piano! It was an extremely difficult decision, but it just made sense. As for purchases… Well, I’ve gotten a few pairs of cute socks that definitely bring joy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! :) Thanks Charlotte, have fun recording it next year with me! :D

[@stephanier9820]

I feel like I really needed to find your videos.

[@sluggo206]

People shouldn't be afraid of throwing things in the trash during decluttering. I've often postponed it too long because I didn't have the time or energy to take it to a store to sell it or donate it, or it was too much to carry in my cart to the bus. In that case it's better to just throw it away so you have some space. It doesn't matter as much what you do once; it matters what you do ongoing every day, every week, every month.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes, unfortunately, all of our things will probably end up in a landfill after a certain amount of time has passed. Even if we pass them along. Of course, it's better to use things until they're used up, and if we don't want to ourselves, it's great if we can make someone else happy with them. But in the end, it's no use keeping things around just because we can't give them a second life somewhere else. I think the most important thing is to learn from them, so that we can modify how we shop for new things going forward. Because we're going to still be making a LOT of purchasing decisions in our life, so this is where the real change can be made

[@rosemarywilliams9969]

Every time I get rid of something, my spouse brings something bigger in. Were moving out of our 358sq foot studio into a smaller space next year, and the goal is to stay for 3years while I finally pay off my student loans. I can't wait to downsize some more 🤗🤗 This year I got rid of a $2,100 Kirby vacuum that was not a smart purchase and I'm so happy.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow, I had no idea those were that expensive!! 😮 Also, wishing you all the best with your downsizing goals and with the move!!

[@carlienvandernet7902]

You did a great job this year. Replacing things to make you happy is the right thing to do if it is stuff that will make you happy for years and that is what you did. This robotvacumer is on everybodies wishlist I presume 😂🤣😂 (it certainly is on mine) so I think it is a great purchase you did. And next year you don’t need to replace a lot of stuff (hopefully). My best purchase this year are my new eyeglasses with glasses that colour when the sun shines. It was also necessary after something went wrong inside one of my eyes. Great job on losing the wheight Vera ❤🎉❤

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're right! Yes, I do hope I won't have to replace many things next uear haha. Also, I'm so sorry to hear something went wrong inside one of your eyes... Hope it's okay now? Those glasses sound like a good purchase. Wishing you wonderful holidays Carlien!

[@carlienvandernet7902]

@@SimpleHappyZen Thanks Vera and also wonderful Christmas days for you. Unfortunately my eye will never get better again, but I can still see partly with it so I just can live with it. It is as it is 😅

[@MandaJayne]

Really enjoyed this video! So happy that you were able to make your like better and easier by decluttering things and acquiring things that work better for you.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear it!! 🤗 Wishing you a wonderful festive season! ✨🌺🌹

[@carlienvandernet7902]

Thanks for all the inspiration and great videos ❤️💚

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow, thank you so much for the super thanks Carlien!! That's so sweet of you 🤗💕 Zo lief!! Thanks for all your support as well

[@SirMopy]

wow! I‘m scared, if I write this down…… But maybe I should just do it to learn more about myself and my spending/declutter habits.. Thank you for this video! Especially that a male like myself can learn and be better person.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes, I can recommend recording it, it's a lot of fun :) No need for being hard on yourself, just for fun and also for learning about yourself, like you said :)

[@melligolightly]

Omg, I actually guessed the "secret" purchase right! 🤭 Thought long about it myself but didn't regret in the end.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah cool!! 🤗

[@larajohnson8656]

I just wanted to comment for more views… I really like your hair. And you deserve all the minimalist love 💕

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you for leaving a comment Lara!! Wishing you a wonderful festive season 🤗✨🌺

[@jillpolino6273]

This is one of my favourite videos from you !! I made a list of in’s and out’s for 2023 🎉

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay, so happy to hear it!! Enjoy recording your ins and outs next year, it's not that much work if you keep it up as soon as something goes in or out, and it's a lot of fun to see at the end of the year :)

[@TheJoyofTrucking]

Thank you!!! Enjoy your upgrades!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much, I will!! :)

[@LisaGray1000]

I'm going to try this in 2023. I keep list of clothes I buy and cost but I love idea of seeing how much I'm bringing in and how much is going out.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! Have fun with recording everything! :)

[@xochilguevara3429]

This was great; filled me with good ideas and new understanding. Thanx!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy to hear it!! 🤗🌱

[@speedyspeedgirl1778]

Happy holidays Vera! :) This was such a fun and interesting video and inspired me to think about my best purchases and declutters. The best one for me would technically not be a purchase because I do not own it but a big financial decision. This year I decided to move out from my old shared flat into a wonderful new one that I now live in on my own. The cost more than doubled but having all of the space for myself brought me so much peace and freedom to express myself that it is worth every penny. Also, high up in the ranking would be my robot vacuum (hate vacuuming and have the same problems with being sensitive to the noise and highly allergic to dust) and a capsule filler for making my own supplements (basically just spices like curcuma, ginger and amla powder). Although I moved, I did not declutter much since I was already very minimal in the areas that matter to me. But I opted to not buy any new furniture and take the old IKEA shelves with me and use the furnishings which the previous renter left here. They are not my style but still in ok condition for the most part so it feels like a waste to declutter the sofa because it is not my color etc.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy Holidays to you too! Glad you enjoyed the video. 🤗✨ Also, congratulations on moving to your own space! That's wonderful :)

[@sarvene1798]

I know it’s a different process for everyone but I would love to see a minimalist approach to grocery shopping video :)

[@sarvene1798]

That is where I spent the most money and have no clue. Your videos have been really helpful and mind shifting for me. I live in a different country now. Packing everything in two suitcases for moving away would have been much more harder had I not known about Simple happy zen.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much!!! 🤗🌺❤️ So exciting!!

[@amyli092]

This was a fun video for me to watch, and I feel like this may be a good exercise for myself since I've been known to overspend quite a bit sometimes.... thank you for sharing and for the inspiration, Vera! 😄

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Happy you enjoyed the video! :) Yes, I can recommend tracking it, it's not that much work if you write things down as soon as they come in or go out, and it's a lot of fun to see everything at the end of the year :) Happy Holidays Amy!

[@aashild1986]

Do you have tips to share when it comes to gaming and also being highly sensitive? Do's and don'ts?

[@mastandstars5869]

What a great video! Thanks for sharing this with us. Congratulations on your life changing upgrades. All the best to you in 2023 Vera ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much, happy you enjoyed it!! Wishing you a wonderful festive season, and all the best in 2023! 🤗✨🌺

[@amberhowieart1178]

Would love to know how you get on with the mopping function of your hoover, please could you update us in a future video? The best thing I’ve brought this year was my iPhone, I’d never bought a new iPhone before but because I use it so much to run my business especially for photographing art it was so worth it. The best thing I decluttered this year was probably card board boxes lol it may sound silly but I’m a bit of a hoarder of a quality cardboard box😅

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahaha yes, I know what you mean with the boxes. They take up a lot of space though, so I'll always recycle them now. Also, I'll do an update sometime when I've used the mopping function a couple of times :) I've only used the vacuum function so far. :)

[@amberhowieart1178]

@@SimpleHappyZen that would be wonderful, thank you 🙂