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@giiggii11 Жыл бұрын
When I graduated high school a good friend wrote this on the back of his HS picture he gave me way back in 1978 he wrote: "Happiness in life is not in having many things but in needing few" I still have that picture and I often think on how wise that was for an 18yr old at that time!
@mortonvrose Жыл бұрын
So very true 💚💚💚
@folday6169 Жыл бұрын
It’s amazing how much free time we have after simplifying our lives...fewer economic concerns, more time for friends and family, more time to relax. A major key is backing off from others’ expectations and living life on our own terms.
@annetteaughney9182 Жыл бұрын
This is absolutely spot on! I'm getting there slowly.❤
@carlduffin Жыл бұрын
Attracting income through You Tube videos by encouraging people to live happier lives with less. I like the humour of this.
@marie-linedeslauriers4339 Жыл бұрын
Totally what I needed today ….. was ready to shop another shirt to hang with my 10 other ones !!! Instead, I stopped, I took a deep breath and felt better and richer 😊
@arshaddurrani3885 Жыл бұрын
'Wanting is a bottomless pit'.Well stated.
@elevationview673 Жыл бұрын
Wow fab place your staying at Connie. Before decluttering I was a busy guy looking after all this stuff, but after some major clearouts, giving to charity, giving stuff to family. Then after awhile I noticed I had more spare time so much less needed maintaining and cleaning. I'm much happier for it.
@kaceykelly7222 Жыл бұрын
How I wish for the day when our society (and the world) gets 'sold' on this kind of information, instead of the horrible "buy-buy-buy" messages that are everywhere. What has happened to us? With so much to be grateful for, we are miserable because we feel we need more. Please keep promoting your message of happiness with less; it is so badly needed.
@aduateresabenedetti1585 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this work, Coonie. When I feel overwhelmed, I come to your videos. It helps me a lot, and slowly, I am reviewing my own life. ❤
@jennyfulcher8035 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie: Your new nomadic lifestyle with fewer possessions agrees with you. You seem happy, serene, calm, and at peace. Of course, you still deal with life's ups and downs but you appear better able to roll with the punches. Peace & Namaste, Jenny
@bettinak.4 Жыл бұрын
Not watching the news also helps a lot. That and deleting facebook were a gamechanger in my mental health
@williamclark1244 Жыл бұрын
The view from that beach is breathtaking.
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Costa Rica is a beautiful place. I'm lucky my son lives in a breathtaking location.
@michaelkeller3107 Жыл бұрын
I learned a little about living the minimalist life when I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco. Living there I saw how people with very little in the way of materiel goods, were so happy and content. The time I spent with them changed my life. Later in my life a few years ago I was fortunate enough to meet and spend time with Bishop Desmond Tutu, an amazing person that emitted a warm "AURA" when you were with him. A very loving content person. Love your videos, thanks for sharing.
@asanta2023 Жыл бұрын
Agree Michael.., in the past when I’ve traveled to Puerto Rico where my Mother lived, I really treasured Hers and My Grandfather’s simple lifestyle. They didn’t have much, but they were happy. I miss them dearly(they’ve both passed away since). When I would visit with them, I was hardly ever on my phone or any electronics. I truly enjoyed spending time with them and so appreciated their simple lifestyle. I think it’s important to travel to see how others live. It’s truly a beautiful experience.
@debbiewalker273 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie, So happy for you & your husband being close to your son & his family. Costa Rica is beautiful ! 💜
@explorer.samrat Жыл бұрын
Happiness is an internal phenomenon 😊
@slackerjo Жыл бұрын
"More isn't necessarily better, it's just more." That says it all.
@dianelines Жыл бұрын
Connie I rely on your content now. I am very grateful for your channel and your work. "things I need, things I love, things that improve my life" Your channel checks all 3 for me
@turkrane12 Жыл бұрын
Non-attachment is the key to spiritual progress, only attachment to spirit is valid
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Beautifully said! Thank you
@carlduffin Жыл бұрын
You cannot be attached to what does not exist. The concept of spirit is just another form of dualism.
@20891 Жыл бұрын
@@carlduffin what does not exist ?
@cannajoshi7246 Жыл бұрын
Lots of love connie. I have just started my journey as a minimalist. You are my inspiration. Guess what I got inspired by you n cut my hair short. This is also a part of my minimalistic life now.. they need less care n less cosmetics😁. Thanks you dear. Keep sharing your life experiences with us ❤
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
WOW! Good for you, that's so fun! Thank you for watching. I'm so thrilled you enjoy the content
@gailtester8749 Жыл бұрын
So soothing. Thank you Connie. Living vicariously through you. Would really appreciate updates about where you are and how the nomad life is working out.
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Hi Gail! I'm going to be better at posting on Instagram so that I can update and share more of my travels with everyone.
@ramashkolnik9713 Жыл бұрын
@@ConnieRiet Hi, I don't have Instagram, so please stay and update here too. Thank you.
@TheiaD1920 Жыл бұрын
Dear Connie, I am so grateful to have come across your channel a month ago. I learned greatly from your wisdom and I especially like the peace and tranquility in your videos. Sometimes, just one word from you was enough to change my mindset to feel abundance in myself:) You are an awesome person, radiating with love and wisdom :)
@jt.8144 Жыл бұрын
YES. I have given away a good portion of what has accumulated in a 20 year span from my life. TOTAL FREEDOM of Mind Body and Soul. So much easy to account for day to day.
@janinepowell7781 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Connie..for keeping us close and taking us on your journey..you are our inspiration..lots of love ❤
@gabrielleg.1347 Жыл бұрын
Wow that beach scene was truly magic! This was really inspiring. Life circumstances are such that I am about to move into a tent on some land for a good long while and I am really working on minimizing things, and focusing on what I have.
@annalytic Жыл бұрын
I am so envious! (I'm stuck at home here in England for a while due to family ill-health.) I really hope you will be giving us some of your practical tips and experiences in creating the nomadic life. For example - how did you find this first accommodation? Did you use a particular company? The place looks absolutely fantastic. (In the past, choosing accommodation hasn't always gone so well for us).
@minecraftplayslmg9608 Жыл бұрын
Love this video. Please expand in the topic of simplifying specific areas and how you do it. Thanks Indiana
@anadomangue2732 Жыл бұрын
I totally agree! Living intentionally is the way to live life ❤
@margarettownsley9500 Жыл бұрын
Thank you connie for your video’s I m still trying to get to where I need to be in this new life of minimalism I’m looking forward to the day when I can say I’m living the life clutter free thank you ‘ it’s not easy changing a life time off habits
@Dovid2000 Жыл бұрын
Precious words of wisdom.
@patriciabritton5917 Жыл бұрын
I have never been to costa Rica but the place you are staying at in this video is beautiful.
@crystalfolse3208 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Šimodelar Жыл бұрын
u know what? Your eyes are so shineing 👁 happines in it
@debralynnbailey6527 Жыл бұрын
You have a beautiful day too thanks for sharing 🇺🇸❤️
@MrHandoverfist Жыл бұрын
money and our health is all we need to be happy...
@wonderousw33 Жыл бұрын
simply watching you talk, my life changes bit by bit. With love 💕
@ggondaeblues Жыл бұрын
새로 구입하는 물건이 없는데도 물건을 줄이고 줄여도 시간이 지나면 또 줄일것들이 계속 생기네요. 너무 물건이 많았었나봐요. Connie님 처럼 단순한 삶이 되도록 더 노력해야겠어요.
@momo-ko3jb4 ай бұрын
You’re an amazing person I have ever seen.
@marissaclaridge7627 Жыл бұрын
The scenery again is so lovely tooxxx Thank you again for sharing...beautifulxxx
@suefellows1392 Жыл бұрын
An enviable and creative lifestyle. I will never be an extreme minimalist, however this concept has entered my life, and it is all true! Thank you for your content ❤
@KateRichards67 Жыл бұрын
Hi from the UK. Thankyou Connie, I really needed this video and your gentle, wise reminders of what's really important right now 😘
@petmomful2260 Жыл бұрын
That is all wonderful, but my husband will not go for anything like this. I just keep paring down my stuff. His uncle died about 2 weeks ago, and they found him in his flat. He was a hoarder. Everything on 3 floors is full and filthy. He owns the building, so no restrictions. I am helping to a degree, but my husband and his 5 siblings have this huge responsibility now, and they cannot find a will or mortgage papers or anything. They are going thru boxes and boxes and boxes of papers. I am going thru and washing the clothes that can be donated. They need to get a dumpster. This has really impacted me to see how useless all this stuff was and how it hurts others. He was a heavy smoker, and everything is coated with nicotine. The walls are literally brown now. He was a super nice and kind and generous man, with a bright smile and laugh, and clean cut, but I did not know his home was this bad. We went this morning to get more boxes to sort, and I looked around more. I literally found 6 teeth in the sink, and a pile of toenails by the sink! Now I want to get rid of lots of my own things that have no meaning for me. I will not leave my children with questions as to where my money is, my will, etc. Nor will I leave them with any mess. I am going thru my house bit by bit each day and filling a donation box. And my house is very organized, yet I still find stuff that I am keeping around in case I might need it someday.
@Michelle_Emm Жыл бұрын
Unburdening yourself, and by default your children, is a gift to everyone you care about. I have pared down everything, sorted, tossed and labelled hundreds of photos into groups so my kids can just toss what they don't connect with and move on. My kids all have details of our Will, our family solicitor, our banking details and funeral arrangements. My husband was slower to get on board but seeing how much easier it is with less he has also now done a massive purge. We have only one large plastic tub each of memorabilia left for our kids to sort through. I wish you well in your journey.
@cherrybb3888 Жыл бұрын
Petmom, I feel you on this. My dad died at age 83. My parents lived on 2 acres and had 3 outbuildings, a big RV and a 5 bed house filled with an accumulation of stuff from 60 years of marriage. We moved mom into an independent living place and then I had the task of going through all their stuff. I had help for 2 weeks and then everyone went back to their lives while I worked for 3 months to clear out the house and help mom sell the place. Thought I was going to have a breakdown. She does have a will and power of attorney set up etc. I know where her assets are fortunately. Now my husband is the executor of his distant Uncle’s trust. He’s been working on that for almost a year as he didn’t know where any accounts were. We’ve both learned to clean out our stuff and donate and organize for our kids. We have all documents set up and instructions upon our deaths. We bought plots already at a cemetery though we are only in our 50’s/60’s. It makes me angry how irresponsible and unkind family is on this one when they leave a mess.
@petmomful2260 Жыл бұрын
@@Michelle_Emm Thank you so much. I cannot imagine what a huge job that was for you! I would not blame you for having a breakdown.
@petmomful2260 Жыл бұрын
@@cherrybb3888 I agree, it is irresponsible. It shapes our memories of the person who left you all this work and mess. I am like you in that I will have my stuff in order when I go. My daughter and her husband are about to put his parents in assisted living, as they are both unwell and can no longer live alone. But his dad will not part with anything. They don't know how they are going to get him to let go! My daughter is so stressed out!
@cherrybb3888 Жыл бұрын
@@petmomful2260 Good luck to your daughter and husband. The good news is that they will get to the other side of this, but it is very stressful while going through it.
@meadowlane637 Жыл бұрын
I love your explanation for buying a very large trailer. They look so amazing when they're new and shiny and I would probably do the same thing if I had the money lol. I have been purging my things for years and I still have too much. I buy good quality secondhand clothes and now I'm getting my sewing machine out to make clothes for myself and my almost 18 month old granddaughter. I will continue to purge because I really loved the look of your last home. It was comfortable with nice decorative things but minimal. That's my goal. I'm learning to love seeing negative space and leaving it empty. Looking forward to more videos of your new journey ❤
@pramod6898 Жыл бұрын
Tons of love Connie ❤
@Iinfiniteknowing Жыл бұрын
Connie yeah I'd much rather be at the beach than the mountains
@lindachavez8645 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie love your style, I am trying to simplify my wardrobe and create my own style to suit my smaller size but you have given so much inspiration. I realise I may need a larger wardrobe because of the climate in Northern England means heavier clothes and layers. I am also trying to clear the clutter from our large house so we can downsize, it’s a tough one 😊
@floridamezzo8734 Жыл бұрын
Amazing! What are your travel plans?
@nancyesposito1020 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie, so excited for your life changed in the videos that will come from it! Also very excited that you are now doing meditation on Aura! I just subscribed to Aura a few weeks ago! I really love the formatting and all the options and even more I love it because I love to listen to your voice and looking forward to your meditations!
@lindakeays3608 Жыл бұрын
Please share some of your recipes...the breads you make look sooo good.
@RedMapleCanada Жыл бұрын
You bring a beautiful message to the world, love your videos! 💕Greetings from Canada!
@LD10ddssaa Жыл бұрын
I can’t imagine your lifestyle though I’m very intrigued. We are like most people with a house, jobs and grandchildren and too much stuff. What’s the plan for your future as you age and your needs change?
@cvgr1470 Жыл бұрын
So much needed today! Gracias!❤❤❤
@desireefederico9160 Жыл бұрын
Love this, thank you Connie🌼
@andrearenee7845 Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@marandaore8044 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Love your hair👌
@marissaclaridge7627 Жыл бұрын
Connie...your video is lovelyxxxthank you!!!xxx
@taligrossman9942 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love your videos, waiting every week for a new one❤. Everything u says & do I only can hope 🙏and pray that one day I will be able to achieve this dream in my own personal life. Look so relaxing 😎 Thank you 🙏.💕
@marylouschubert2974 Жыл бұрын
❤ …just joined Aura through your channel! You look peaceful, and serene in your new nomad life❣️🙏🕊 Happy for you 🥰
@johng.4959 Жыл бұрын
Great thoughts! Beautiful video.
@juliejames3338 Жыл бұрын
that sure looks a beautiful place that you are now living in connie, so glad that its all working out for youx
@sabinamock4799 Жыл бұрын
thank you.
@LoOnTheGo Жыл бұрын
The absolute truth. Thank you Connie.
@sumanunes4562 Жыл бұрын
❤ simple life
@cassied8200 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou for these beautiful videos Connie 🌸 Really helping me calm in the midst of raising young children..
@lululove6175 Жыл бұрын
I’d Find contentment too if i wasnt stuck in a bed with two horrible spinal diseases. I cant travel 2 hours and i live alone. I will never travel, i rarely see my grandkids. No, I dont resonate with this anymore. Have fun in Costa Rica.
@diannamallow5195 Жыл бұрын
Lululove, so sorry to here this. I also have spinal stenosis and have had 4 back surgeries. We are in Ohio grandkids are in Florida. It is very hard.
@lululove6175 Жыл бұрын
@@diannamallow5195 TY Dianna. I am happy for Connie and I do know she had a terrible car accident but she seems to be forever looking for that “perfect state of contentment” with her kids, traveling. I like roots. I am sorry for your pain Dianna (I have pain that is intractable) so I can relate. I am too busy trying to pay for functional docs, integrative treatments etc. I am sorry if my comment to Connie was a little harsh.
@diannamallow5195 Жыл бұрын
@@lululove6175 OH I don't think it was harsh at all. It is hard to do things when you are in so much pain. I've been decluttering and I might only work 10 mins rest then do some housework then rest again. That's how I have to do it. I hope you have a wonderful evening.
@lululove6175 Жыл бұрын
@@diannamallow5195 Same…i do “all the things” with the best intention…meditate, mindfulness, getting out in nature when my body allows me but so much pain..I wish you well ❤
@petmomful2260 Жыл бұрын
@@diannamallow5195 I have had 2 neck surgeries, and my neck is all screwed together. Doctors put me on more and more drugs, and did some really painful treatments on me, until I said, "Enough, no more." Then they said I had cut myself off of treatment and got mad. In desperation, I did research, and found articles that said that animal protein increases inflammation and pain. What did I have to lose? I went vegan and within about 6 weeks I began to feel much better. Now I have occasional painful days, but for the most part I have my life back. It is really a miracle. I say this only in the hope that it mat help someone out there. If I go to a birthday party, such as for my grandchildren, I will eat a piece of cake, and that has egg in it, but in everyday life, I avoid animal products. It works well for me. I also do my housework in chunks, with breaks in between, to keep discomfort under control. But I can sew again, and play my guitar. All I could do before was sit in a recliner and cry.
@HerCupOfCOZY Жыл бұрын
Aww, Connie!! That thumbnail alone!!😍🤗🙏
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Costa Rica sure is beautiful.
@kanaryakanarya7102 Жыл бұрын
Definetly good video for thinking minimal
@mablo8224 Жыл бұрын
I’m curious how you save recipes? Do have a good digital way to organize everything? Thank you. ❤
@thewovenknotcrochetthehand4721 Жыл бұрын
Lovely scenery and oh so wise ❤
@johnmccool6875 Жыл бұрын
I like the idea of living a minimalist life but feel I'll need to find a balance between having nothing and having too much. I'm searching for that answer now as I'm sure it's unique for each of us.
@franrushie1383 Жыл бұрын
Yes… I can be happy with little and much… but less is better because we can’t take anything with us… better to have little..
@nataliedescioli3331 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie! I love your videos and enjoy them every Thursday with my lunch! Exciting that you get to travel around and spend time with your kids and the beauty of Costa Rica can't be beat. Can you share where you got that beautiful long floral skirt and tank? That is a beautiful outfit! Thanks!❤
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Hi Natalie, The tank is from Banana Republic and the skirt is from a thrift store (it was a dress and I cut off the top).
@nataliedescioli3331 Жыл бұрын
@@ConnieRiet 🙏
@mariaf241 Жыл бұрын
I am enjoying your video, so beautiful everything I love nature makes me feel alive. Thank you again.
@deborahderosa4987 Жыл бұрын
What would you recommend for people with families and work and no time to play in sand?
@luisasiu5329 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Connie. I recently came across your channel. You have a soothing voice. My question is how do you manage very little when there are four seasons? Thank you for sharing.
@ChaiTogether Жыл бұрын
Bliss 🤍☺️
@kennethbailey9853 Жыл бұрын
Less is Best!
@MonethSato Жыл бұрын
I really love your videos💕🇯🇵🇵🇭
@moniquecm1144 Жыл бұрын
❤️So true ❤️
@marciahess8262 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful ❤
@julianneponiros4802 Жыл бұрын
Hi Connie! Can you please tell me where you purchased the tank and skirt you’re wearing? Thanks!
@sandihunter1260 Жыл бұрын
I tried your oats in milk this morning in the mason jar and they were delicious. I have always lived by the rule everything in moderation and it has served me well after 66 years.
@mrbishtt Жыл бұрын
going and trying to find satisfaction and contentment in less
@tab6632 Жыл бұрын
Can I have the recipe? It’s looks amazing
@greatesttoysevermade3693 Жыл бұрын
A lovely beach goddess!
@anamika9126 Жыл бұрын
Please make a video on how you cut your hairs❤❤❤
@babycoleangel Жыл бұрын
Yes please
@aimeehveem8618 Жыл бұрын
Your videos are beautiful! Can you tell us the locations? Also would love to see and learn one of your simple yoga morning routines.
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
Check out my other channel dedicated to meditation and yoga www.youtube.com/@MeditationwithConnie This video is in Costa Rica, the previous year was filmed in Utah, USA
@ohno9854 Жыл бұрын
Love your vedios...Tania from Bangladesh
@alejorojassalazar8367 Жыл бұрын
Are you in Costa Rica ? I am from here and it looks like my country❤
@mtnshelby7059 Жыл бұрын
It's lovely you're able to achieve this lifestyle with your husband.
@loriz369 Жыл бұрын
Less is more, quality over quantity.
@CandyLemon369 ай бұрын
The insights here are valuable. I read a book along these lines that was incredibly impactful. "A Life Unplugged: Reclaiming Reality in a Digital Age" by Theodore Blaze
@ConnieRiet9 ай бұрын
Thank you for the book recommendation!
@DW...11 ай бұрын
More things I own - the more I have to take care of ... Less cleaning, organizing, spending money! Especially with inflation 😮
@janisharrismurray8508 Жыл бұрын
Where was this video filmed?
@amyrudolph2079 Жыл бұрын
❤
@Urgirlneah Жыл бұрын
Love your Channel I wish you all the best on your new journey 🙏🏻
@joylawrence5824 Жыл бұрын
Where are you living now?
@ConnieRiet Жыл бұрын
I'm visiting my son in Costa Rica
@karlabritfeld7104 Жыл бұрын
Me neither. A steak, some flowers and a martini. I'm good.
@silkekeller5859 Жыл бұрын
Hello Conny, are the any different languages on Aura? Maybe german? Wisch you the best, Silke
@theloveyourfacegal2773 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful pastel ocean view always nice videos :)
@karolinalul5020 Жыл бұрын
I just wanna say I love your videos and apraciate all your knowledge you share with us ❤❤❤ lods of love from Wales