Long-Term Minimalism

[@Olivia-ee5nq]

"every degree counts" is going to be my mantra from now on

[@bombsfadeaway]

I love your filming, editing and presentation style! Thank you, KZbin algorithm, for introducing me to this channel today. 🙏🏻

[@katr.9902]

and how minimalist the video itself is! Keep it short and objective! And still fun!

[@koko-ul8tu]

Same

[@salerinaxo]

Agreed

[@simplycj5460]

I’ve been a minimalist since I was a child. I visited an Old Order Amish home and loved the sense of peace and the quiet I experienced there. I decided at that young age that I wanted that peace in my home.

[@ejenglin]

Your advice is so practical. Not only for minimalism, but everyday life and goals. We don't share much in common, yet, I find your clear-eyed view of change and growth both refreshing and timely. I'm glad I found your videos when I did. And, yeah, I'm giving a less extreme version of minimalism a shot. Kudos.

[@dishajedhiyao5]

Your big arms give me so much confidence because I'm the same body type because of my athletic background. So glad to find normalcy in it!

[@jessicam807]

I love your content sooo much. I'm sure you'll get big. Keep the good vibes.

[@Lefie]

Thanks, Jessica! 😊

[@xoalex15]

Needed this! I’ve been on my journey since 2015 and I would say it’s not quite second nature yet, although it is much more of a lifestyle now than it was back then! My habits have changed significantly as far as acquiring new things and holding on to old things. I’m so happy I found your channel- the videos are brief & the editing is on point! Your personality shines through and it’s SO refreshing to watch someone who is genuine & down to earth.

[@TheJroddude]

How are your videos doing so well?! 😭 No extra bs in the description Basic Titles No hashtags or links Just pure GOOD content, that’s it. 🤯🖤

[@TheJroddude]

Derrick Horvath her videos cover a lot of different topics but you’re correct. It’s The right content released at the right time by a good content creator

[@rogerpiotr6977]

She is so sexy in natural way and it is so rare that I just come here for something like when you go into wild to see beauty

[@TheJroddude]

epilektric 🤯🤯🤯

[@Mery143341]

Hi Lefie! It's Nicki from Spain. Just starting with minimalist and those nice words at the end about step by step and wait until it's second skin for you... Really appreciate it! At the beginning it's a bit exhausting 'cause you are changing your roots. Your words were just the perfect touch one the exact spot. Thanks so much!

[@Lefie]

Hi, Nicki! Spain, huh? That's so cool! I like how you said it's exhausting because you're "changing your roots." That's so right, and such a good way to say it. But it totally gets easier! Best of luck!

[@MLoms]

I love your enhusiasm and changes of camera angles.

[@armitagehux8190]

I love your editing style and your personality, you're still really likeable without being all bubbly, it's refreshing

[@bluejasmin8424]

I'm obsessed with your videos. Even your videos are minimalist, artistic, your dialogue is entertaining and engaging...loving this channel

[@ModernRegimen]

Love the bright vibes you bring! But most importantly, tons of insight. Fantastic work, Lefie!

[@Lefie]

Thank you! I appreciate that.

[@gala_benj7691]

Im so glad you mentioned H.D Thoureau, Walden was the book that made me discover the simple life and no one is giving him the importance he deserves, most of youtubers are just talking about how to declutter everything and marie kondo speach, which I personally found very empty so thank you for bring Walden to this channel :D

[@miriampasaye2048]

“He also said don’t drink coffee, so I’m done with him” lol “how do you live in the woods and not drink coffee” , you read my mind! For the first time, I’ll be hitting the little bell to find out when you upload.

[@Lefie]

🙃☕

[@lottejohnson250]

I just found your videos, its nice to have see a decent person just going about life how you want to. I love your style, content and hoodie inside the denim jacket thing.

[@Lefie]

"hoodie inside the denim jacket thing" made me LOL. 😆Thanks, Lotte!

[@lottejohnson250]

@@Lefie it's something I've been doing since school, thanks for the response!! :D

[@meriamtraya6543]

Love Walden Pond, love Thoreau, and love the king fu reference!!!! Kindred souls!

[@nataliegarcia4218]

I'm loving your videos Lefie! I love your creativity, and the fun you add to these videos, along with being truthful it's awesome!

[@Lefie]

Thanks, Natalie! I appreciate the encouragement! 😊

[@sarap1167]

Thank you Lefie, very true words, and also very easy to lose sight of how far we have come unless you think of it like this. Thanks

[@rachelsimaginarium]

I love your content so much. While I’m far from minimalism (read: closer to maximalism), I am working to minimize. The ship metaphor was really inspiring and something I’ll keep in mind. Keep up the awesome work!!

[@sear2558]

lefie is one of the best youtube channels ive found this year so far - sharing with my friends

[@lek0mania]

i come from a bit hoarding family, nothing could go to waste. everytime i was trying to declutter my wardrobe and throw away clothes my grandma was taking them out of trash and bringing back to my room. they weren't even new in the first place, we were poor so everything was bought secondhand. When i grew up and started to move between different flats i realised how plenty of stuff gets in a way and gradually decreased amount of items i had. I am far from black and white empty aesthetics and i own now more things than i probably like to, but minimalism and idea of simplyfying my space is for long time with me.

[@JohnJacobSchmidtt]

I've been on my minimalist journey for a bit over a year now I think...I think you are one of the most down to earth and inspiring KZbinrs.

[@allonsymarie]

thought provoking ideas and great execution. just binged your whole channel and can't wait to see how it will grow :)

[@rociogouetcortazar544]

I love the way u think and express your ideas !

[@SarahKrohn]

i just found your channel and i love your videos a lot. keep making them they're so unique and smart and exactly what i need to see right now

[@doraolej3734]

I just found your channel today and watched all of your videos 😀 I really like that not only the theme is about minimalism but the style of your videos are very minimalistic too. There are no long intros, no outros to follow you on 200 other platforms, no absent-minded talking and unnecessary babbling. I feel like I got more information from a 3-4 minute video than some other 20-30 minute long videos and I also got entertained. Great job 👍🏻

[@Lefie]

Hi, Dóra! I'm glad you liked the videos and I'm happy you picked up on the lack of extras! I personally don't like it when watching videos, and I don't want to waste anyone's time. Thank you for watching! 😊

[@jasnaashour1833]

Stay authentic! Your vlog is amazingly refreshing. It is truely as I pictured perfect vlog 2-4 min long, humorous, everyday like so I can compare with.

[@MsTziva]

Minimalist, actress, director, author....you have it all girl! Your channel really stands out! Keep up the good work 👍👍 you will get big I am sure 💛

[@sweetheartcarebear5534]

Exactly! It's definitely been around for a long time. My mother has always been one out of instinct I'll say. It was just a way of life not to buy or own very much. I grew up with it , and without a label. I stumbled upon the label online when I was looking at adorable tiny homes online. Thank you for sharing Lefie!

[@AliveSince1987]

Life advice disguised as a guide to long term minimalism.. These videos you do inspire me greatly.. Please keep going and thank you.

[@user-sm2my2oq3v]

Love your videos! ❤ You're really inspiring in the way you tackle minimalism and give inspiration to others. Your videos are a breath of fresh air! 🙌😊

[@ledgejigsaw]

i have watched all of your video’s, they are great, honest, relatable and down to earth, no pretentious speeches, great for someone (me) who is still on my minimalist journey

[@bialacttea]

just finished watching all your videos, and now i'm so glad that i've clicked on the "self-dicipline with minimal effort" one on my recommended. keep the good work, you're doing an amazing job!! +1 sub

[@businessgans8534]

Hi Lefie, thank you for your content. It's great to see where minimalism can lead you. I have only started to navigate my life towards minimalism 3 years ago and my appartment still feels cluttered with stuff.

[@thewinterizzy]

That one degree metaphor really got to me. I’m awful when it comes to comparing myself to others... but it’s not about them. It’s about me and my one degree.

[@chicagogh4813]

so glad i found this channel! Love your content and super chill vibes.

[@beckytaylor1850]

Your absolutely adorable and addicting!! Im in awe that I finally found someone else who makes that same little click sound that I do. Keep on keepin on!! We will watch you!!

[@AwkwardStarfish7]

I'm glad I've discovered your videos. I've been looking at the last few years of my life as 'trying to start' a minimalist journey and decluttering, donating, selling, basically just getting rid of clothes, books, etc little by little... But your explanation of shifting even one degree at a time making a difference further down the line helped me to feel like even the small steps are getting me closer to where I want to be eventually. So uh... yeah. Thank you.

[@nickw5682]

Holy shiz, I just binged watched your entire channel. I love your content.

[@papermason]

I love minimalism, I've edited so many things that for awhile I didn't know I had. They were in boxes, drawers, closets, etc. I feel lighter, freer.

[@Lexi-Suburbia]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! You're so right! Committing to a lifestyle is not done overnight mostly, it takes time and patience. I've been on my minimalism journey for about 5 years and still not where I want to be.Taking small steps is the way to go. I recently just figured how far I got already, by telling people that I packed just 3 KG for a 3 Week trip to Japan. For me this totally normal now, but by their impressed faces I realized that I should be thankful for my journey already. :-) Thank you soooo much!! love your content! Greetings from Germany - Alexandra

[@1ACL]

Thoreau brought his laundry home for his mom to do! No lie! I've lived in very small spaces with not a ton of possessions my whole life. I'm 60. Never knew it was a thing. It's just how I am.

[@ohmyjaee]

Your content is next level and inspiring! Had to sub and hit the notification bell. Can’t wait to see what else you’ll share. Thank you very much! :)

[@mitzidayball549]

You just keep getting better and better. Love those shoes too.

[@liene4619]

I like your short, to the point, informative videos.

[@donwyates]

I remember receiving a collection of Thoreau works, as a gift, in my early 20s Walden was my favorite. I was a walking addict, and wanted to trek cross country (TX to OR). I was just going to leave everything behind. The month before I was going to leave, an ex-girlfriend called me and asked if I wanted to go have a drink. That was "the beginning of the end". Married, child, work, divorce, bankruptcy, work, work, grandchildren. Now, I'm retired (finally), eager to travel & live out of my SUV, and work on a photo journal for the granddaughters. Needless to say, minimalism has revisited my psyche.

[@geminigem599]

Thanks thanks a lot for all your advice. You r wiser then a lot of us older ones. I needed to hear that n I’m trying to get there. Giving away at least one item a day...

[@wanjacc6751]

I just hit the notification buttom , the wit behind your videos is refreshing, will be here when you get 1M subscribers!!!!

[@fuadulinnuha8389]

Hey, you're my favorite content creator right now, so entertaining, love from Indonesia (south east Asia), can't wait to see your next video

[@Lefie]

Helloooo over there! 😁Thanks for the compliments, fuad - I appreciate it!

[@danielleblacketer1872]

I so needed this. Prior I felt like I lived a lie saying I was a minimalist because I have not met my idea of what a minimalist is. And this video helped me refocus that this is a process

[@LibbyWithnall]

Great video. Love that you talked about how long it can take to get to end goal. I've been working on my home for 3 years and still have a ways to go.

[@BB-mz3kf]

Woohoo! Finally ~ a minimalist with a meaningful and MINIMAL message. THANK YOU, LEFIE!!

[@SierradSushi]

Wow, I'm so proud of you! Last month you had something like 50 subscribers and now 7,1 K !!!!!! HHHHHHHH so happy. Your content is so creative and inspiring! Even though you haven't many videos we still can see your evolution. Also, I don't know why but you have such a good vibe... HOW ? Keep going, can't wait to see your next videos ! *wink*

[@Lefie]

I have no idea where all these people keep coming from! Craziness!

[@Sumireko]

Your creative and mindful spirit is inspiring. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us!

[@SR-ss5tu]

Now I feel like going to Walden Pond. Its only a half hour away. Love your videos!

[@Judifully]

I really like your vibe - very funny, but also very smart.

[@morbusxx7]

Thank you Sensei. Love your videos.

[@Lefie]

^ "Sensei" made me LOL 😂

[@wladia.fiodorowna]

I’ve just binge watch all of your videos 😅 can’t wait for another. I’m on my minimalism road, slowly moving forward Great content 👌🏻🌺✨ You’re funny

[@67NewEngland]

I was just at Walden the other day. I only live a few towns away so I go there often, every season, to hike,walk and swim in the sacred Walden Pond. Great video.

[@magleeventures2246]

Another amazing video! Minimalism has inspired us and we are slowly getting to that mindset and it’s been about 1 year now

[@oceanocean5496]

Honestly, I don't understand how people say "start small, don't urge yourself to become minimalist overnight", because for me it is soo exciting, I like this process so much that I actually need to make myself not to be too active in this field.

[@kjustsaying]

I’ve been a minimalist for most of my life, but I didn’t even realize it until I was a junior in high school when I read some of Thoreau’s works

[@GarmanyRachel]

I love the analogy of a one degree shift making a difference in 50 miles.

[@dhruvathacker6747]

Matt D'Avella and your account arrived in my recommendations a few weeks before, out of nowhere and I'm so eternally grateful for the algorithm.

[@carolann811]

Road trip, Dude. Thanks for taking us along. News: You are an influencer: I bought a pair of black jeans.

[@Lefie]

^ That made me smile so big, Carol. 😁

[@splusholia]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing your journey and insights.

[@Lefie]

Thanks for watching, Olia! 😊

[@LittlePinkPiggy1]

Absolutely love your style. I'm hooked!

[@Lefie]

Thanks, Carolyn!!

[@LivingtheDreamtv]

The Farnsworth house! I've visited it. Such an amazing piece of architecture. Cheers and rock on!

[@evavatsaki1305]

Thank you, really. It is 4,5years now i am on this, and still my life hasn't reached that level of simplicity. I became desperate that it never will but you gave me some courage to keep on going.

[@ghostofreagan3181]

I need A LOT of stuff. Tools mostly, I'm self-employed and do A LOT of different kinds of work. I also do art work out of recycled junk. But I do love the concept of the minimalist.

[@zxGHOSTr]

The only tool you actually need is a waterpump pipe wrench. You can do virtually anything with that.

[@sheenamilne2961]

I know you’re right. I’ve been trying to minimise my home for months and I can see how much better it is - but there’s so much more! I want to be done but also know I’ll never be done.

[@mirielle20]

Your pink sneakers, like your videos, make me happy. Thanks for the reminder about 1-degree changes each day. I’m a newly reformed chaos-dweller and sometimes get discouraged I’m not yet where I want to be, but I am *getting* there, and forward movement is the important part. Love your vibe, Lefie. You’re what’s great about the interwebz. 🙌🏻

[@Lefie]

Thanks for making me smile with that comment, Carrie! I'm happy my videos make you happy. 😊

[@kimberleebrooks-trakis9563]

Great sense of humor, intelligent. Winning. Thank you .

[@Lefie]

Thank YOU, Kimberlee! 😁

[@brandonkeisler86]

Great advice. I run 3-5 miles a day Mon-Fri on a secluded trail that allows me to meditate while I run. I remember when I started I could barely make it through a mile. And when I did, I didn't know if I wanted to go home, or to the hospital. In the beginning I had to concentrate so hard on just making it through. If I ever did want to quit I would always remind myself that if I was looking for a shortcut, I wouldn't be out here in the first place. And now I find it so comforting and peaceful. Remember, we all run the same... one step at a time.

[@sarahc1994]

i started in 2nd year in college not knowing what i was doing. 5 years of trying to do minimalism and definitely i have picked up a lot or came back home from studying abroad for 4 years and i have all this stuff that was hidden in my home.

[@stepf2892]

Wow that degree shift really hit home for me. I was recently laid off and had a hard time at first coping with feeling hurt that my hardwork and effort didn’t matter and not to mention my paycheck . Flash foreword 3 months I’ve been accepted into a nursing program and now working towards a future I actually have passion for! Long story short If I had not been let go at this moment I would be getting though another night shift where I feel miserable and really only stayed for money.

[@jerodm777]

What refreshing content and channel. Great job

[@earthhermit1114]

Your sense of humor made me smile on a really shitty day, thank you!

[@Lefie]

Hi, Adam! I'm happy to have made you smile - I hope your days afterward were better! Best of luck!

[@thamirysabilio2881]

omg you are my favorite minimalist person!

[@smritishringi9258]

Golden words "one degree change". Thank Dear. love your videos.

[@amitroy2996]

I don't know if you will see this comment after two years of uploading this video, but this always comforts me. I love Walden and it grounds me whenever I get to caught up in a busy, oft chaotic life. Much appreciated, Lefie. ♡

[@volkany.8474]

You are Just super cool. I like your style. Funny and make me think. Thank you! Greetings from Turkey

[@cadywithkaleidoscopeeyes3624]

I took a vacation a few years ago, and stayed in this woman's home as an Air BnB who lived across the street from Walden Pond. At least once a day during my stay there, I walked across the street and around the pond on the trail. It was a really awesome experience.

[@Mira20153]

I just got up at 430 am over here in Europe and hit that play button so fast, when I saw your new video! 😆😀😂 I enjoy your stories so much!

[@atmew077]

Ur amazing. I've removed half of my clothes which I wore just because I was "sorry for the money I spent on it". Now I have only what I need, or love to wear. It may be that 1° but hey whatever. I'll take this route !

[@emiliepilot3987]

I really admire the amount of work, of thought (years of thinking?) that you must have put behind such (deceitfully) simple, authentic, clear and yet deeply rich content. Or maybe you’re just a natural and this comes easily to you. But please don’t tell me if it is the case! I just wanted to say I am very admirative and have subscribed. And there’s something else about your videos that’s really touched my soul but I can’t quite put my finger on it... Your sense of humor? The critical thinking? The vast cultural knowledge? The courage of self-acceptance and raw honesty about who you are? The combination of it all? Ok enough sprinkling of flowers, don’t want to inflate your ego tooo much. Greetings from Mauritius 🇲🇺

[@Lefie]

Whoa, Emilie - THANK YOU! Your comment made me smile. 😁I have to say, I didn't know where Mauritius was, so I just looked it up and WOW it's pretty! I hope island life is treating you well, and thank you again for the encouragement. It means a lot!

[@emiliepilot3987]

Lefie haha! it doesn’t surprise me you had to look it up... we are a tiny country and it is very far from the US... but hey, even here you have people interested in next level conversation about minimalism 😉 gotta love the internet for making the world such a small place. Take care and looking forward to your next video.

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

I read Walden for the first time 12 years ago at 43 years old. Immediately connected on such a deep level. Love all the golden wisdom tucked inside his ramblings. But, it still took another 10 years for my husband and I to slowly go through our transformations in order to be where we are, living in our tiny home that we built entirely by ourselves on our own acreage with no debt. If we had tried to go any faster, we wouldn’t have been truly ready.

[@snowytreesandapplebees761]

sometimes when i’m really stressed or feel down i just watch your videos to feel more secure

[@Lefie]

This makes me super happy. 😊

[@susanarodriguez6074]

I love all your videos!!!!

[@nickipelazza8727]

I just discovered your channel today. You're very funny and I love the way you edit your videos!

[@HomemakerDaze]

Now I have to get that book, from the library!

[@tanndigedan2261]

😊 just found you! Love your editing style and wow a beautiful person inside and out xxx

[@axeltech9914]

I like you so much ! Great content and humor , cool personality!

[@kaitlynturner6100]

Your channel came up in my suggested and I just watched every single video of yours. I love all the references and the delivery of your videos, super engaging and valuable content! ☺️☺️

[@Lefie]

Thanks, Kaitlyn! I'm happy you enjoyed them!

[@enbybus3840]

I think KZbin recommended one of your videos to me and i love your editing style, your mannerisms etc. Looking forward to watching more videos :) xx

[@momin5961]

You are life changing, Lefie.

[@jenniferpeterson7016]

Great content. A perfect mix of truth, realism, humor, sarcasm! What a great way to relay your message. Walden is on my read list. Have you read it? Congrats on your growing KZbin success.

[@Lefie]

Hi, Jennifer! Yep, it's an interesting read - Thoreau was a goofy dude, and I appreciate some goofiness in people. 😁If you like that sort of thing, I'd recommend it! And thank you!

[@LazuritiumStargrave]

I discovered your channel yesterday and I'm in love! Great Job!

[@bandoallday]

New subscriber, love your content and your whole style. Keep it up!!