EXTREME Minimalist Living With ONLY 47 Possessions!

Rob Greenfield is an extreme minimalist who is currently living and traveling with only 47 possessions! Over the past 10 years he has transformed his life by downsizing all of his stuff, getting rid of his bank account, and dedicating his work to raising awareness about important environmental issues.
In this video he shows us the simple, zero waste possessions he travels with and talks about the philosophies of non-attachment, non-materialism, and non-ownership that drive his lifestyle choices.
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[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! You can subscribe to Rob's KZbin channel here: kzbin.info And a huge thank you to Ornella Le Rouzic for filming the footage! You can follow her here: instagram.com/ornellalr/

[@katrinabeaufort3540]

Lies! 2:52 he has bugs! That makes more than 47 items!

[@Jenstyler1]

You should blur out his SSN and DL#....

[@mollie-maiellmer6607]

How does he buy things if he doesn’t have a bank account? Also how does he pay for his house with no money?

[@d3r4g45]

not only his money but all his ID documents are there

[@rose.g.]

@@mollie-maiellmer6607 You didn't watch the whole video. smh

[@Goodwc72]

so basically, if he loses that backpack he is screwed.

[@rainyambience923]

not really, he can easily get those items back again

[@mateusz3162]

Yep, it's just a backpack lol

[@dieser_kirschner1326]

He can’t really get the items back because all his money would be in his Backpack

[@calypsojoe147]

@Jack by... working a few weeks?

[@audreyhogenboom915]

If he loses his backpack, he loses his passport and birth certificate. How would he apply for a new one?!

[@RGrant2504]

This man has less than 50 things but he still has his essential oils lol

[@DharmaScienceRadio]

*essential* oils

[@ulizez89]

I mean..... they are essential !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@nandaveerum4399]

What are essential oils?

[@DharmaScienceRadio]

@@nandaveerum4399 essential oils are a liquid made from plants. They can be used for various things: disinfectant, appetite stimulant, mood stabilizer, aromatherapy, etc. Basically, the plant kingdom has been practicing biochemistry for a long time and these plants have lots of unique applications.

[@hamtaru]

i just assumed the oil is so that he doesn't get dry and crusty skin rather than for health benefits

[@catherine2268]

Kinda curious how the pandemic affected his lifestyle. For example where I live many places no longer accept cash

[@KairosZone]

Where are ypu live?

[@TheTWhite]

@@KairosZone I know that a large portion of the US is having a coin shortage, so cash needing to be broken into change is not possible in many major stores.

[@LynagustheSmall]

well hopefully now he owns 48 things with a mask added in there

[@charliethewanderer6872]

Must have exact change or leave a tip. Problem solved.

[@lauriemashek5419]

That is just unamerican!

[@lydiachong1274]

This guy carrying all his money on makes me so worried and anxious for him. I hope he doesn't get severely injured or hurt and can't contact anyone or have athe means to get to a safe place. Please stay safe, extreme minimalist man 🙏🙏🙏

[@Aethelhadas]

I agree. I worry about his health in case of an emergency. I hope he has a first aid kit too and stay safe.

[@elq5317]

I have to walk past, step over or around 47 things to get to the door from my bed.

[@debshreebasu8137]

I have like 47 pieces of clothes .

[@debshreebasu8137]

@@NickyTheLesser 🤣🤣🤣

[@popycute13]

@@NickyTheLesser well, you have someone in your house to look up to now 🐶

[@emmid6756]

I counted damn near 47 things on my bedside table.

[@anival9576]

One of the problems I have with minimalizing to this degree is that it limits what you have to share with other people. I personally don't need that many things, but I have more than one plate so that my friend has something to eat on when she comes over. I have a couch so that person has a place to sit--or sleep if she needs it. I have bigger pots and frying pans so that I can make dinner for my family... I would like to see a minimalist approach that took these types of values into account.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hi Ani! Well you have seen it in this example. You just have not looked past the 10 minute video and have filled in the gaps with your own notions. I give far more than I receive and give in many, many ways. You are welcome to learn they many ways to give and yet live outside the system. My KZbin channel and website shares a lot of information. Health and happiness to you, Rob

[@emilyse147]

Agree, it’s just good to not have useless, unneeded excess

[@toliveischrist950]

He shares in a different way.

[@emilywheeler9199]

this is still minimalist! these are things you need and that fulfill your life! If you didn’t read it would be excessive for you to have a ton of books but using the things you own is useful and important especially if it strengthens community and familial love

[@anival9576]

@@Robin.Greenfield I'm not suggesting that you don't give... only that having 47 possession limits one type of giving that I feel strongly about. It's a balance of course, and everyone has to find there own way of giving.

[@kaylaworley6109]

Questions for Rob: why did you get rid of your social security card? Isn't that essential? And how do you relate to your family as a minimalist? Do they understand? I try to live extremely minimally, but my family only knows how to show love through giving material items, and they get very offended when I ask them to stop giving me things.

[@idkjustchangingmyname7343]

Yeah driver’s license and credit card I understood to an extent but why ssn card?

[@superfund42]

@@idkjustchangingmyname7343 Because you can get a replacement card as long as you have the passport and the birth certificate.

[@88marome]

You can get a passport/id card if you have family who can confirm your identity.

[@honeybadger8942]

@Kayla You have a caring family.Praise God for that.

[@Cath-jv4on]

Maybe you should ask your family to give you eatable things or activities? The thing is that maybe they don't know how to show you love in a different way than giving you things, but if you offer them solutions, it can help them. (2nd language)

[@nicki9356]

There was no mention of toiletpaper, that requires an explanation.

[@plantymcplantface7182]

he be using leaves or his hand, homie

[@phoebewilson6739]

Mabey he goes into towns and uses public toilets?

[@elizabethdavison4425]

He uses leaves

[@somethingold8372]

Maybe he uses warm water instead of toilet paper...?

[@atchedai8576]

Heard of bidet? Or maybe he shat first then go to shower, solve

[@manateepottery]

I enjoy the fact that his last name is Greenfield, the most dominant color in his collection of items is green, and he tries to live a green lifestyle. 🌱

[@kssrider6766]

Wow! Very observant of you. 👍

[@TheAmirSheidaei]

Ew

[@leonardfleming8963]

Or. U will own nothing and be happy. Just what the gov wants 😢

[@bethmccall9254]

@@leonardfleming8963 Yea maybe he is a CIA govt shill for owning nothing :). (I'm joking!! He is way too sincere for that...but I am sure there are others out there.)

[@imdawolfman2698]

I have only one possession, my mind. I came with it, and I'll leave with it. The rest is borrowed.

[@JMJMJ1]

imdawolfman beautiful 💜

[@shiryu42]

Mind is given by the society, we are just consciousness or awareness, that which is aware of the body, the mind, the feelings, external objects...

[@JK-vc7ie]

In your case, that’s not much.

[@jungferheidelbeer8986]

Feelin deep huh

[@isadora1727]

Deep

[@SupercordsMusic]

His Zero Possessions edition is going to require a lot of blurring for KZbin.

[@lion9469]

LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL

[@marcusangelo490]

Lmaooo

[@bellejour559]

I just started donating everything and this pops up in my recommendations! I am learning that happiness is not tied to possessions. Thank you! 💜

[@diinm]

Rob is cool and I love how he donates most of his income to charity. Though it should also be said that non-attachment is a state of mind and you don't necessarily have to get rid of most or all of your possessions in order to attain non-attachment. You can be wealthy and living luxuriously and still be in a state of non-attachment, and the opposite is also true where you can live in poverty and be very attached to your material possessions.

[@laineydiamond]

Well said.

[@jambononi]

Although it’s a bit like people who smoke and say “I can give up, I just don’t want to.” Until you’re in a position where you’re actually giving away your possessions, you won’t know how attached you actually are.

[@diinm]

@@jambononi Regardless, how much or how little someone has is not a determinant factor on their state of non-attachment or lack thereof. That was my point.

[@jambononi]

@@diinm yes of course! Totally agree. Just that you don't know what you don't know. Reminds me of the song by Pulp 'Common People' which is about a young rich woman wanting to see what its like for common people. But never truly understanding the pain of it. OK I'm getting a bit pretentiousness at this point, but good talk 😅

[@Robin.Greenfield]

I appreciate your perspective. But to be wealthy and living luxuriously and to claim non-attachment to the wealth or the luxury, would be most likely a fallacy. In most every circumstance I would really have to see the release of the materialism, to believe it. With that being said, of course non-attachment is a state of mind and it can be attained by many, living in a wide range of circumstances. Health and happiness to you Din!

[@mcrb1776]

When I was younger I wanted to become stinking filthy rich to. Looking back now, two out of three is pretty decent.

[@GenuinelyGiGi]

lol!

[@dismayedtrinket2518]

I thought you were about to make a Meatloaf reference, now I'm just disappointed.

[@mollie-maiellmer6607]

Too*

[@abigailhutchinson5487]

Mollie-Mai Ellmer two is correct

[@imanaazeez]

🤣🤣

[@Liam-yy6vv]

Amazing video man! I'm excited to be a new subscriber. I too am currently practicing minimalism and I love the fact that you have no phone and communicate only via your laptop.... I'm gradually shrinking my possessions and i think it has a good effect on people struggling with mental health as essentially it creates less worry being minimal. Less is more! Rock on dude 👍

[@jessicavergara1932]

Crazy how uncomfortable this is making people, makes me realise even more how much we should be striving towards relying on/wanting less THINGS and sharing and indulging more in experiences and ideas

[@coffeepot3123]

If the Hippie trash lifestyle had something to it everyone would've adopted that lifestyle a long time ago, it won't happen, sorry buddy.

[@lukefitt56]

“Do I think everyone should live this way? No.” How else would he borrow a camera? 😝

[@xxdrleek10]

EXACTLY. A USER of everyone else's things. 2 pairs of underwear...gross.

[@angelak9456]

Notice how he doesn't have deodorant... And with only a few clothes I'm pretty sure he isn't doing laundry every 2-3 days...🤢

[@mrsc3271]

Naa norkor Iris I agree that everyone should approach minimalism the way it works for them, but when it come to extreme minimalism, it always seems to rely on other people owning things so I question how self sufficient an extreme minimalist could truly be

[@franckdebank]

Everyone living this way there won't be no need for cams anymore...

[@drrush3421]

But it’s about sharing each other’s possessions so someone has a camera but he has a pot and they share

[@ashjoma]

My 20 year old son traveled the USA, Europe and the UK with possessions that fitted easily in a cheap school backpack. 4 T-shirts, 1 jacket, 1 jeans, 1 shoes, 4 underwear, 4 pairs of socks, 1 book, mobile phone and charge cable. Wallet, passport and travel atm card. Travel papers in a folder...as the socks wore out, they were thrown out. He had some laundry powder in a 100ml travel bottle. His purchases were a cotton shirt, trousers in America and socks in the UK. I didn’t think he could do it but he did and he wants to do it again. His possessions at home are minimal and he happily discards worn out items. He is not attached to ‘stuff’. And he did this trip largely by himself, joining a tour group in USA and UK for some of the trip. But otherwise by himself and he had never traveled before by himself or outside of Australia

[@AboutCreativity1]

1000%.

[@cat_pb]

But who paid for it? You? or did he earned money first?

[@ashjoma]

His father and I had enough money for the trip put aside in an investment account (which we put there before he was born). As we are currently divorcing, I thought it would be better to send our son on a long wanted trip, instead of arguing over the money. His father agreed. Our son is expected to pay it back as he can. His father and I both work. The trip made a huge difference in my son’s maturity and it was worth the expense.

[@NC-ij9rb]

Easy to get rid of stuff when you have money to buy new things. People in third world countries can’t even get rid of their only pair of jeans coz they have literally nothing to replace it with.

[@NC-ij9rb]

@@ashjoma aaahhh....

[@99leadpencils]

As soon as he got to the financial aspect, I started feeling anxious. I could never live with this level of risk and reliance. It also doesn't seem sustainable. More like a 1-3year personal journey.

[@sistaschin]

Loved this episode. It's great to see someone living differently. There is a lot to learn from his experience.

[@HiroPlaysGames]

Diogenes: “Hold my bowl. Oh wait, I threw it away.”

[@ketmax2805]

He was probably the greatest philosopher. At least for me

[@sarahhavillamelooliveira5825]

OMG kkkkkkkkkk

[@ProtoMarcus]

*Alexander the Great* (upon meeting Diogenes): _If I wasn't Alexander the Great, I'd wish to be Diogenes_ *Diogenes:* _If I wasn't Diogenes, I'd wish to be Diogenes too._

[@sarahhavillamelooliveira5825]

@@ProtoMarcus I remember that from philosophy class, Diogenes was such a badass

[@ProtoMarcus]

@@sarahhavillamelooliveira5825 The original Minimalist and father of Cynicism!

[@layahyasharahla4855]

His last name is Greenfield he was destined for this cool life 😃

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Thanks to my mom. :)

[@Mustafa-Kamal-Satar]

Your name is your prayers, that is what we Muslims believe. If your name means 'healthy' or 'happy' in your mother tongue language or the language of your holy scripture, or another language that you can understand, for example, then each single time another person mentions your name, that is a prayer for you to stay healthy or happy. That is why it's important for parents to give meaningful names to their children. So, his given name is 'Greenfield', and it has finally become a fulfilled prayer for him, he loves the green fields of nature and agriculture and self sustenance..

[@addison_lyle]

his shirts are green as well lol

[@alizzalovelysamonte1176]

@@Mustafa-Kamal-Satar So sad that Muslims here in the Philippines some people will nicknamed thier children on the events or people I.e. covid19 = covida or the name of typhoon that destroyed life etc.

[@LiZ-lm3ki]

I'm glad to see how happy you live with such limited possessions. But this is a world full of accidental stuff. Without almost any backup things/plans, general people would encounter anxiety, lack of security, etc. Hope you stay safe and healthy. Best wishes, bro.

[@goodvibes4527]

Some people might think he’s crazy but I admire him. He’s just doing his own thing and he’s HAPPY. How many of you can say you’re genuinely happy? I sure can’t!

[@angellacanfora]

Seems like "minimalist" is the wrong term here, more like "sovereign." Being a minimalist doesn't involve eradicating your identity and dropping out of society (not that there's anything wrong with that). But let's call a spade a spade, here.

[@coryluskat]

it's not either, it's mooching off of others.

[@cat_pb]

@@coryluskat he works lol he is not mooching off of others

[@Nebulaoblivion]

He's not sovereign, he said himself he relies on people and community. He also still has an identity, the things you own aren't an identity lol.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

No label applies to me exactly. I have elements of minimalism. Elements of sovereign. Mostly just human. Exploring Alternatives did a good job of summing it up. Health and happiness to you!

[@lauraeiriarte]

so having things = having an identity? that's concerning Angel.

[@jramsey9690]

They used to call guys like this “monks.”

[@Dajuan-wn8mw]

Monks are cool 😎

[@mudpuddle8805]

Monk implies some link to religion. I call them leeches. They dont have, so they borrow yours.

[@jonjon3378]

Hermits :)

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Jan Ramsey indeed🙏🙏!!

[@johnxantoro5511]

@@mudpuddle8805 Leeching would imply forced taking. If people are willing to give, it's not leeching. It's just free exchange between people.

[@KatrinaSherokee]

It’s interesting seeing other people way of living. A bit too extreme for me, but definitely worth considering getting rid of more things. I’ve been practicing minimalism on and off for a few years. I still haven’t figured out my approach and what works for me & my child. Thanks for sharing!

[@dev1lm4n63]

This guy: "I borrow everything" Carl Marx: "Is it possible to learn this power?"

[@tixximmi1]

A drawback would be that you're dependent on other people. Unless you can offer something in return (while owning nothing) I would find this selfish. Who pays for the internet access or food? However, there's nothing wrong in simplifying your life through reducing your material things. Also, something to ponder, we really don't own anything in life, we are only the keepers. So keep your processions in good shape and be sure to share them and someday, let them go, because you can't take them with you.

[@rolceron]

tixximmi1 I really do hope he ends up with sufficient money for his old age. What happens when you’re old, sick and broke? You may have to re-integrate into a structured society for welfare.

[@kuttymoonji3645]

It's a kind of gift economy. The olden day real cashless way.

[@imanaazeez]

He makes money thru youtube

[@kevinchavarria6792]

Minimalism can bring you a lot of money because you aren't spending much but it's important to have good sources of income maybe an online business or something and build up those savings in case you get old and sick, best way to be a minimalist would be having many online businesses, also investing, plus some money saved as well.

[@tixximmi1]

@Buckminister Fuller They aren't right wing if they want it. This is pure socialism and it won't work. Finland tried it and dumped it.

[@JenShea]

Great to see Rob is still living his life on his terms!

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Sending love Jen!

[@olgac8211]

Absolutely inspiring. Love the mindset and the notion of not a single bill or debt to his name. Fantastic yet he seems happy :)

[@multidimensionaltraveler806]

I hope to be on this level soon. Thanks for the information. Very useful

[@robam3]

footage of a dudes social security number, even if he's consenting to it, probably not the best idea ever

[@no.9516]

like cutting the actual card really matters. in 28 years I've needed the physical card twice. Cuts ss card and license like they matter if you have a birth certificate or a passport. lol I didn't get that either

[@PuppyTheTiny]

they cant do anything with it. He has no accounts anywhere

[@no.9516]

@@PuppyTheTiny Where in this did he say he has no accounts anywhere. Hey said no bank accounts. I see crisp bills and he stated he still makes less than 11k a year without saying what form that payment came in. Also, cutting a social security card in two doesn't void the account associated with the social security number.

[@postpunkjustin]

@@PuppyTheTiny the problem isn't the accounts he has, it's the accounts other people can open in his name using his SSN.

[@k8hansen]

He also said at some point that some of this is symbolism. He’s probably very aware that cutting up the physical card isn’t really a thing, but it’s a symbolic act. That symbolic act is gonna be a pain when he gets old, is unable to work or live this lifestyle.

[@jocelynelangis777]

This really what we call minimalist....he got organized to reach his goals. I like the fact he mentioned that won’t be permanent, and also the fact that he want to have less as an experimentation. He seem to be sane and very confident on what life offer! I like that,

[@janetthoke6326]

You are such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing!

[@yahseek]

Inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@VertellDavis]

The cutting up a social security card & ID?? Why?! I love how happy and content this guy is.

[@shanteelbelieve987]

To show he doesn’t need it. Which is a bit extreme.. but he is an extreme minimalist. I’ve seen other minimalist with an apartment that has all they need and a capsule wardrobe.

[@Xaforn]

I always love when people turn to lifestyles like this. I follow a couple online they don’t have a home, live out of two suitcases and a nomadic lifestyle.

[@Goingplaceswithskye]

Love this! SO inspiring

[@andrewhodgeson8006]

I applaud people trying to live this lifestyle. I get it. The issue though is that in almost every one of these videos they say at some point, “I crash on peoples couches, people send me things, people let me borrow their stuff” etc. Just think that through for a minute....

[@julia1999rene]

Yes, the way they depend so heavily on others just proves that the extremist mentality does not work, as they would not be able to function without the non-extremists. I do not know much about this person in particular but my second issue with the extremists is they often come of as 'holier than thou' people

[@gavrikss]

@@julia1999rene all of them. Religious, sportsman, non-drinking...

[@Shrimp8008]

He also constantly working and traveling. He's not forcing himself into the lives of people. He likes being with people and helping communities; that's why this lifestyle -*works for him*-. He's said his lifestyle has many challenges, he's not trying to say it's superior. He's just trying to make people think and have questions by documenting his journey.

[@gavrikss]

@@Shrimp8008 what is his job?

[@Shrimp8008]

@@gavrikss Public speaking, you literally just watched him do his job

[@OlivertheJoyboy]

This is incredible. Definitely too extreme for me, but makes me think about my possessions and what I actually need. Thanks!

[@imdawolfman2698]

Rob is a gentle likable guy who radiates sincerity. I can see how doors would open for him and people would want to have him in their life for a time to absorb his peace. I'm happier now knowing he is in the world. It's also note worthy that there was no mention of any particular spiritual or religious doctrine, beyond his own, 'traveling light' and 'being present'. There may be one, it just doesn't matter.

[@flowersafeheart]

I agree, such an inspiring man

[@bam0505]

This is pretty amazing and kudos to him for donating the vast majority of the money he makes from his channel and work. I generally like the idea of minimalism but when you see influencers making $1m+ on “minimalist” videos it’s sort of killed my admiration of the movement (or at least for those individuals). So super refreshing to see someone who could be making hundreds of thousands but chooses to donate it all. BUT...please just get some insurance (if for anything, so you can keep making great content and keep your charitable giving going!)

[@helenaswiatowy7]

Rob is a such an inspiration, he's great ❤️

[@Ursi8744]

insurance and some savings in a bank account can save your life. Everything else is fine. No attachments.

[@Sunshine4]

He isn’t attached to his life...

[@sefianijawad]

@@Sunshine4 define "some" :)

[@alexyuarayan1212]

Actually, life shouldn't be complicated.

[@AnMarie711]

I like that guy. His video on how he carried his own garbage for a month was informative and his gardening videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Thank you so MUCH for sharing your life with us! It's not for everyone. However, I can appreciate your joy and life mission. I learned quite a bit from you. Thanks!🙂👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

[@motogriso1]

What’s the value of cutting a SSN card? It still exists at the SSA.

[@lilacs9848]

motogriso1 symbolism perhaps

[@Mateo-et3wl]

Shock value for the brainless hordes watching this video

[@TheAmirSheidaei]

He requested another one after this video

[@someperson2500]

So it doesn't get lost/stolen?

[@sonyaberry9805]

When I travel outside the US I send an e-mail copy of it to myself, but I never carry the actual card. Just my passport.

[@theWZZA]

If someone mugs you or steals your backpack, you basically are John Doe

[@lexiemedina8215]

😂😂😂

[@nizarr21]

😂😂😂😂😂💀💀💀💀 I am dead 😂😂😂

[@junkabella6324]

Loving the colour coordinated green items! This is a level of extreme i could never acchieve!

[@omalo3645]

Taking control by letting go, what an inspiration! Thanks Rob! so many wonderful ways to look at possessions, my biggest curiosity is how do you stay warm or are you only in warm climates? also, what essential oil do you savor and keep?

[@francelegrande450]

He wants to one day try to live a life with zero possessions, that would make him a nudist then lol. Waiting for that video hahaha!

[@roxana28101956]

way to extreme Drivers License is an ID , Social Security too and what about a Jacket?

[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! Rob is definitely the first to say this is an extreme lifestyle experiment! He mentions that his number of possessions does fluctuate depending on circumstances. For example, at the moment he doesn’t need a jacket in summer but he might pick one up at a second hand store when colder weather comes.

[@laineydiamond]

You don't need a license unless you drive. His passport is sufficient identification. Social security number is memorized so the physical card is really only used to prove identity when employed. He's basically self employed.

[@jennifermartinez1992]

What about ID if you need to see a Dr

[@myheartisinthemountains2660]

@@jennifermartinez1992 he doesn't ever go to a dr.

[@cabbycabby1770]

jennifer martinez He has essential oils... lol

[@midiazla]

Congratulations Rob. It's incredible!!! I'm starting that way.

[@tairapeace]

This inspired me to catalog my possessions and I am at about 142 things that I own haha I love getting rid of stuff I don't need or want!

[@noelcresencio]

Everyone should think about this in their situation and life at least every once in a while, I think.

[@chrislanejones]

I keep telling my wife to cut back, moving is always hell.

[@MrEvilTag]

Nah

[@elliottramsden6147]

Yeah I agree. I see a lot of people instantly rejecting his philosophy because they see it as an affront to their current lifestyle. There's a lot of comments here along the lines of "What about a spare pair of socks?" "What about healthcare?" "Whatever will he do when xyz happens?" It takes a lot of courage to do what he's doing, and he clearly didn't get to this point overnight. I wouldn't push myself to this extreme either, but it's inspiring to know what's possible.

[@toliveischrist950]

Sometimes I go wild and take a walk with only my apt key. It’s amazing how insecure I can feel by being attached to things I think I need especially my phone. Like right now!

[@Michael9-23-15]

He forgot to count his ear ring.

[@anival9576]

And I didn't notice the notebook or pen he used later on the list--so 50 items? He made me a little nervous with that zero possessions idea... is he planning not to wear clothes?

[@TheAmirSheidaei]

I really like him, he's the definition of getting to explore. i love it he's generally awesome

[@amyMm]

WHERE did he get that RAZOR??? I am working on getting all of my and my husband's possessions as analog as possible to cut down on our dependence on electricity.

[@CyrilPadiou]

I have the same question here !!

[@candyclews4047]

I'm currently moving home and packing endless boxes. I need to re-think...

[@DMNCKM]

Alternative Titel: How to travel through Europe using a daypack instead of a suitcase.

[@ketoauntie7301]

Dominic K. Agree...😂🤣 You really can hand-wash 🧼 your clothes everyday & air dry. This would be a more appropriate title, agree👍🏻👍🏻

[@diegocaro]

*during summer xDDDD // And the guy do not own any ITS protection =O

[@Cosmicgrrl]

I definitely travelled like this when I went to Europe and it was the GREATEST feeling!!!

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Well you could certainly use that title, except that it would barely apply to my life, so it would be a really poorly done title. If you want to, you are welcome to look further. Health and happiness to you! Rob

[@toliveischrist950]

The joy on your face from smelling the EO. Kindred spirits❤️

[@diane8038]

You are a huge inspiration! Much respect friend.

[@gregf9160]

What an incredibly brave and beautiful man. There have been times in my life I've had as few possessions but it wasn't a choice: it was because I was young and carefree and broke. Going back to that though, I don't think would hold nay terrors for me.

[@TripleDDDD]

Good on him. He seems happy. i have done several declutterings. And everytime I think I still have too many things.

[@LitoGeorge]

I traveled for months like this as a single person. I might have had less items if I'm being honest. It's enjoyable. Very freeing, particularly if you're mobile and can work with people who have things. Once you settle down... The game changes without question. Once you get kids... Even more. I'm a supporter of Rob.

[@zolawilliams1]

I'm so glad that I watched this right before cleaning my gigantic mess of a bedroom.

[@DM-ol9ne]

COVID-19 has changed my mind about minimalism. I have thoroughly appreciated having a big house and yard with stuff to keep me occupied without being on the internet. Also rethought overseas travel and all the money, time and carbon wasted on it.

[@acchaladka]

Us too. We have a Tesla and a yard and love it but we're wondering why we have the car....need to put the money in an index fund instead.

[@DM-ol9ne]

acchaladka I think there is a healthy spot between owning 47 items and accumulating too much stuff. Obsessing over having too many items, when what you have looks OK and would fit into a modest removalist truck, is a waste of time imo

[@Tako40404]

I've got about 47 bars of soap, just in case :)

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks for sharing 🌻

[@laven_dear]

i do find life to be so fast paced theres so much going on, this looks really nice.

[@simplelivingwithcristina9933]

It's interesting seeing such an extreme way of living with less. I am a minimalist and I know that living with so little would not make me happy. That's because most people need a bit more stability and comfort in their life. But this lifestyle makes you happy and that's all it matters. :)

[@auroraaurora4927]

He still relies on other people, their possessions. This is just an experiment/exploration of self. I don't believe this is a beneficial lifestyle for humans.

[@Lazurath101]

Everyone relies on other people

[@alexbogushchenko1139]

If everyone lived like this the world would be paradise human greed destroys everything

[@JacobRy]

@@alexbogushchenko1139 no... Who would work?

[@erljimenez8824]

That was so incredible sir, I salute you, simple living is really great💙💙💙love this video just appear on my wall and im so happy i found this.. Such an inspiration 👍👍👍

[@hamtaru]

i sincerely hope this dude never gets robbed or anything because if he loses that backpack he will lose all his money and identification

[@Tangerinetaco]

Wow! This guy’s lifestyle choice and transparency is impressive. ☺️🌻🙏

[@flbeachinggirl]

Most street people are impressive!

[@kaybee8646]

"I am dependent on other people". So you are having to rely on people WITH possessions. What?

[@friendlyplayer92]

We are all dependent on other ppl. Very very much. Even if you live alone

[@mattmorgan2525]

I think you are missing the point. Everyone is dependent on each other and he in particular doesn't need lots of stuff to help others. He says a bunch of times that he doesn't think everyone should live that way.

[@yasmindawoojee6831]

You inspire me so much and my Dad and I love the photo of my Mum who passed away in 2016 - I carry that in my back pack as well while I travel.

[@SabrinaPaige-nz]

No debt and being content with living minimalistically and not having lots of material things weighing you down equals freedom, appreciation for the the few things you do have and prioritising whats important to you. What you have can easily be replaced compared to time which cant be replaced

[@JesseePDX]

soooooo what happends when hes old and cant work? I mean this is the story of the cricket and the ant...he had fun in his youth with "minimal lifestyle" then what? not hating I also downsized my life several years ago but you have to think past next week we all grow old

[@johnbooth870]

I'm not sure. One thing I've noticed about a lot of older people, however, is that they are often lacking in social connection more so than not having enough stuff. His focus on service and connection to others might be a lot more beneficial to him than an abundance of material wealth.

[@linkinl1]

He said himself that he dont think he will do this for the rest of his life

[@triangleoflife01]

he talks about this on his channel

[@laineydiamond]

When he's too old to speak to a crowd...

[@walden6272]

Can you tell me the story of the cricket and ant? I haven't heard it before.

[@didine256]

What about winter? He doesn't have the proper clothes and shoes for a cold winter

[@happycamperinc.]

When he is going to cold climates he buy used winter clothes. And then when he go to hot climate he give away and donate those clothes

[@noelcresencio]

Go where dummer is. Or go tropical. I wondered about rain. I guess he just dries up after. =)

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hello, If I go to a climate with winter, I would simply adapt to that scenario and get the clothes that I needed. First stop would be a thrift store to purchase some second hand clothes. Then when I leave, I can simply donate them back if I don't need them anymore. We have enough resources to share and to use wisely. That is my intention and the message I am imparting onto the people I meet. Much love my friend! Rob

[@giseerouchon]

@@Robin.Greenfield Hi Rob, What about a blanket or sleeping bag? Did you decide that that wasn't something worth carrying with you? I think personally it would probably be my 'essential'! I do love your ethos though. My problem is the seeming inability to part with 'sentimental' items from my kids and family. What did you do about family photos and things like that? I find it a real issue because I am also the receptacle for family 'heirlooms' and memories, it sometimes feels like- and I have things like beautiful instruments my father made- which I can't imagine parting with, but I still feel I'm not really doing them justice as it is :-/

[@chrislanejones]

He will need to travel down south for sure.

[@TheBostonTom]

I did this exact same thing, when the feds were after me. Back then it didn't have a qutesy name like minimalism, it was called..On The Run.

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

Lol 🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️

[@Jcrosay]

THIS is truly the most extreme minimalism I have ever seen. I applaud this man. I thought MY lifestyle was extreme.

[@SirkaliTV]

Great video congratulations...Keep going.. happy to see Mahatma Gandhi photo and quote..

[@Despinalina]

Imagine losing your back bag ...you lose everything...

[@Robin.Greenfield]

That is an experience I would embrace.

[@AwesomeCockapoo]

Rob Greenfield That’s such a cool way to look at things :)

[@user-ot1jo2mp3h]

Nothing that cannot be replaced within a short time. Things do not give one security. What good is say a house with a mortgage, stuffed with junk and things.

[@giseerouchon]

But then you could also replace everything incredibly easily- he has nothing strictly 'personal' after all.

[@infopocalypse5006]

the Birth Cert and Passport would be the only real problematic things to lose. The rest could be picked up pretty quickly.

[@DanishsuburbPhotographyKge]

I just love this minimal lifestyle, not quite my goal yet, but the journey is on :-)

[@KANTHAYA]

I loved the video, thank you~

[@karensekishiro157]

If he gets down to 0 possessions, he’ll be naked.

[@dickw8085]

🍆👍 boner

[@mattsaucer9992]

True, however I don't think he'll be afraid.

[@myhillslife27]

hhahahaha

[@LouisSubearth]

Or in a void, assuming his body counts as a possession as well

[@cedricveld]

He said borrowing/renting stuff isn't owning it so it wouldn't count as a possession ;)

[@malcolm1896]

I don't understand cutting up the Social Security card?

[@cat_pb]

he explains it in his youtube channel

[@zajournals]

He doesn't need it. I'm sure he has it memorized.

[@zajournals]

@Kitten Lyric true. I guess those aspects of "normal" life don't impact him.

[@ladybird491]

@@zajournals some jobs require you to show s copy of it. He was just be rich

[@zajournals]

@@ladybird491 yes, and many don't ask to see it even if the local government requires it. When I was an American, I only had to show it when I got a new driver's license and for a passport, never for a job - even though I knew the company was supposed to request it.

[@alexk3806]

Thought-provoking, thank you

[@DAB427]

Way to go Rob. Thanks for being you.

[@kinthemountains]

Why cut up your social security card though?!?

[@SmokeandSteel]

Was just wondering that too.. Maybe he doesnt want to worry keeping/losing it? Maybe cutting it is signifying that hes committed and not going back. Dunno.

[@Robin.Greenfield]

Hello Katie, I am removing myself more and more from unjust systems. I go more into that in this blog: robgreenfield.org/ID Feel free to read to understand. Health and happiness to you!

[@kayEnt3rtainm3nt]

That was really silly. Just because you cut up the card doesn't mean you no longer have an SS number. This seems like it's more for show than anything. My theory; when he realized he wasn't going to have millions of dollars like he dreamed about, he found a way to act superior that he could actually afford and then comitted to it.

[@marcya4428]

The driver's license too... Why??

[@MeganSaidThis]

Yeah, I wouldn't go that far for sure. I'd like maybe get a small safe or lockbox and just tuck it away and try not to need or use it...IDK.

[@joaovro]

The point is: For sustain this lifestyle we need a lot of other people living a work common life.

[@nataliegood9987]

So true!

[@coryluskat]

yeah, like, parents.

[@monikamarsollek3493]

Hi, Mat, thank you for sharing. Rob reminds me at PEACE Pilgrim: she even had less than he has. Her mission was to spread peace. I’m wondering what’s Rob's mission or purpose is to live with such a small amount of possessions. I’ll have a look in his channel. Greetings from Germany, Monika❣

[@arnabchatterjee3789]

Learned a lot bro. Best of luck.

[@AdvExploRish]

Awesome! I really love your videos. And, also trying to be a great youtuber like you!

[@krutipatel5699]

Good job 👍

[@kerryirving2949]

AdvExploRish can I subscribe to your channel?

[@TheHikercrone]

As much as I admire this, the destroying of the ID's/SS card seemed a bit on the dramatic/showiness side - what would be the point of that. Oh wait, this young guy makes his living doing this. Got it.

[@cat_pb]

he explained why in a video he made for his youtube

[@coryluskat]

^^^THIS^^^

[@NC-ij9rb]

Ha! 😂😂😂👏👏👏👏

[@Mateo-et3wl]

Can't someone just summarize his reason? Nobody wants to go searching through his youtube channel

[@opensesame3030]

I want to live this way so muuuuch 😭 thank you for being such an inspiration ❤️❤️❤️