I got rid of almost everything I own. This is how it's changing my life

[@kaw8473]

"Who was I trying to impress?" The minute you discover these beautiful words, that's when you are free to truly live. Wear your crocs to Costco, own a single Yeti mug for coffee and fill it with water when you're done with coffee. Stop worrying that other people think your house looks bare, I'll be the one laughing when I'm not dusting my precious moments. Live your truth :) Thank you!

[@MalamaLife]

❤️

[@roshalliedeleon9167]

Indeed😍

[@itsjorgeroblox1779]

Those words hit me recently. I was buying dress shirts, dress shoes, ties, blazers. And it’s stuff I enjoyed wearing but it was also to give off this image that I wasn’t poor that I had money when I really didn’t. And all I ever do is go to Walmart and stay at home and play video games. I don’t need to impress people I don’t need to give off this image of something I’m not

[@kostisth1436]

“Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.”

[@darrenyoung4509]

Such a Beautifully chosen quote, Love ❤ ❤ ❤

[@kscriv4636]

Love this ❤

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I love that quote! Who said this originally?

[@kostisth1436]

@@carolynclitheroe3588 I believe it was Antoine de Saint-Exupery

[@user-wk9km6kp9z]

Wow

[@Vivalajuicykay]

This has to be the best video on KZbin right now. So honest and inspiring. I am a mom of four moving because of domestic violence and just watching this made me realize I need to let go of a lot of things especially to over come the trauma. Enjoy this new journey ❤️ Update: my rapist was caught and is serving time. I pray I can get some peace

[@WaffleTraveller]

Your comment is so moving. I can't imagine what you're going through, but I just want to wish you all the best from now on, and good luck ❤️

[@alessandraovb]

Stay strong Kay! Things will get better

[@deborahmartin236]

Sending love ❤️

[@juliekay6527]

All the best Kay.

[@hanne4450]

Lots of love to you, Kay! ❤️

[@gordonause6956]

I did this in 1993 at the beginning of a one-year road trip. Even when pared down to the barest of "needs", at the end of the year I realized I had only used about a third of what I brought with me. Very eye-opening. And very freeing. Capitalism is a plague on the planet.

[@alexk48]

Consumerism and materialism is a plague on the planet not capitalism. When I was a kid in the 50s the US my parents were much more capitalistic than my generation or later generations. My parents + their peers didn't consume or collect nearly as much stuff as people do currently.

[@onelovemon1784]

Gordon do mind sharing a little bit about what were some of the third that you used or found essential. This is awesome 👍

[@misterarminius5907]

Capitalism isn't, hyperconsumerism caused by chrony capitalistic entities is. Capitalism to improve the quality of life, the quality of production, the improvement of society as a whole is great. The issue is human greed that has nothing to do with capitalism as an economic tool. If capitalism is utilized for production (like building a bakery, farm, something useful for both the entrepreneur and customer), nothing is wrong with it. If capitalism is used for onesided hyperconsumption, we end up in a mess. I am btw all for minimalism and already down to 3 suitcases, and today I'm scaling down even more. Some of my hobby material (last of it) might be sold so I can travel. Not because I don't want it, as it will last a lifetime, but mainly because I don't have the luxury to leave it behind somewhere and the cost/benefit of storage is negative. "The things you own, end up owning you." was similarly a truth and inspiration to me as to many others. The burden of getting rid of what's owning you reveals it all.

[@crimsonhermit]

@@misterarminius5907 All current economic and government systems are incredibly archaic and corrupt. They don’t actually address the needs of people appropriately. Humans are either very slow to understand, or more likely, they are driven by self interests, power, greed, nepotism and cronyism.

[@rahmohassan3120]

Khb

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

When we were downsizing, I was surprised that I was mourning the loss. But, what I realized is that it had taken me decades to finally afford what I wanted instead of only being able to buy the necessities. Now I was having to let those go and go back to almost nothing. It only worked because I had a better dream.

[@minalpuntambekar1239]

Downsizing is not only practical but also fulfilling

[@kikiscorner3394]

My husband and I did the exact same thing. Fitted our lives into 4 bags and moved to Canada. Sold cars and everything we own in 4 weeks, it was a huge rush as Covid was hitting. If we waited, it would take years before we could make our move. It was a now or never move. That's how my minimalism journey started and never looked back

[@jmc8076]

Welcome to Canada. Land of maple syrup, moose, and hockey. ✌️🇨🇦 🍁

[@sandbagger1912]

Amazing how when we are young, we buy stuff to define ourselves, but when we get older, we are stuck with stuff that has no meaning. Takes energy and organization to get rid of stuff (harder than acquiring stuff). If you can find your passion, you will find that things lose much of their meaning. You can be happy creating, just being, or being with someone. My wife and I have given ourselves three years to downsize before we move to the west coast. Can't wait to get there but dreading the move.

[@PriscillaThen]

omg, SO well said!! :D

[@supercrazydesi274]

We are moving to west coast in 6 weeks from mid south and got rid of 40% of the things in our house. Another 10-20% to go. We will be moving from a 3600 sqft home to 1800-2000 sqft. I am super excited.

[@sandbagger1912]

@@supercrazydesi274 Good luck. I'm also from the south (TN), but now live in the DC area.

[@supercrazydesi274]

@@sandbagger1912 I’m in TN …Memphis suburbs. Small world.

[@tianzi49]

you cannot completely ignore the "doing," and then be completely immersed in "not doing" because w/o the existence of the opposites - as in"doing" and "not doing", either one of those has any meaning by itself ... as such it is called the art of "not doing of doing" by some ... just sayin' pilgrim.

[@supergran1000]

Some very interesting observations and experiences. As an older person, I appreciated what you said about the whole process of emptying your house being exhausting. That is one thing I don't want to pass on to my children when I'm gone. What a terrible legacy for your children - having to get rid of all your stuff! You're a young person. Imagine what an accumulation of possessions you would have by the age of nearly 70!

[@happylistener4628]

Yes. Congratulations!. I’m happy for you. These marketing/consumerism schemes don’t work on me. I abhor shopping and parting with my hard earned money. I have never been materialistic and always a saver. Happiness is innate. Everything on this earth is temporary. External events and people are just the icing on your cake. After losing my Mom to cancer at 62, I realized just how short life is. I’m so grateful for all my blessings. Living frugally within my means, being a minimalist and buying only the necessities: food and shelter, I comfortably retired and happily left the rat race workforce debt free and stress free. It’s comforting having the cash to buy what I need when I need it. Retirement is good. Be safe and God bless.

[@alessandraovb]

You are so right, everything is so very temporary in this life, we should all make the best out of it till it last because we never know when it´s our time to leave this earth. Very cliche, but still so true. Enjoy your well deserved retirement! :-)

[@huntsman145]

Abhor parting with money, buy only bare necessities food and shelter. Minimalism is all good and well but compulsive saving/frugality is symptom of OCPD. Just saying...

[@happylistener4628]

@@huntsman145 Lol!. As a retiree in these uncertain times, I’m so grateful for all my blessings. I have the cash to buy what I need/want when I need/want it. So no OCPD, worries or fear here. Not many such as yourself can say the same. Otherwise you wouldn’t be criticizing me. Too many people living beyond their means, drowning in debt with zero emergency money, zero savings and zero retirement. Are you one of them?; projecting your “OCPD”?. If I was so compulsive as you suggest, I would be one of the wealthy 1%. So you display your poor assessment skills. Just saying…Life is too short to waste precious time with Individuals like yourself. Good bye.

[@happylistener4628]

@@alessandraovb Thank you. I appreciate you.

[@SuperOnelove84]

I love this. God bless you

[@abigailtrumbo178]

I'm in this process right now. I was already practicing minimalism, but this last move has made my husband think about it too and realize that we don't need to impress anyone, we need to have a life that works for us.

[@chezsonson]

Filling up our lives with a bunch of stuff and filling up our time with consumption is just a way for us to escape boredom or a general lack of purpose..... It's just too scary to think about what we REALLY want to pursue, or even the fact that we keep putting off pursuing those dreams, so we keep shopping

[@gilidominitz1842]

One of my most wearing items was lost this week. I used to dance in those pants, go out, chill.. I recognised myself wearing them for so long... and got very attached eventually. Now I realize that losing them holds an opportunity to say goodbye to that period of time, and to let go... knowing that it does not make me less of a wonderful human being because I miss wearing them. Thank you, your present and spirit today really gave me the company I needed 🧡🦋

[@Lexi-u5y5i]

Yesss☺️

[@truffaut650truffaut6]

How did you manage to LOOSE a pant?

[@beckyshell4649]

People move into a house or apartment then they buy things for that place. Then they "need" more and "nicer" things. Then they need a bigger place to hold all their stuff and more and nicer things for the new space. Everything you own you have to carry in one way or another it all weighs you down. I think throughout history "things" were hard to get because you had to make them yourself or trade services to get the items. With industrialization came cheap easy goods and the yearning to have more and more. It is very liberating to unburden yourself of unnecessary items.,fewer things to have to manage,clean, store, and organize.

[@oliviabeltran2099]

Seriously, I don’t even have anything to add. You took all the thoughts about things and minimalism and decluttering that have been floating around in my head for months and said them out loud! Have fun on your new adventure, Sophie! 🤗💗

[@MalamaLife]

Glad it resonates with you Olivia❤️

[@marywall5262]

I really enjoyed the lessons you mentioned about not attaching to “things”. I am from Oahu, but live in Alaska now. My home is small, and my faith has been a huge part of letting go of things. I also work directly with the homeless community, and witnessing how much stuff people carry around or choose not to, has been humbling. Good for you and your husband!

[@ImmyLucas]

Your videos make me feel all the good emotions. A beautiful video with beautiful words, and very relatable right now as I'm decluttering my whole life too to move abroad. I hope your trip was safe and stress free x

[@Bravosmom1]

What a beautiful video ! Thank you ! There’s a great quote: “A rich person is not one who has the most, but the one who needs the least!”

[@OrganizedWithJoy]

This was SO inspiring! I have a dream of being able to sell everything and travel at some point in life! Our youngest is now 18 years old, so that dream may be on the horizon! In the meantime, I have been working to consistently declutter our things. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!💗

[@extraordinary_woman]

I’ve have watched so many videos on decluttering and I think I’ll keep watching them until I’m where I need to be with this. also it’s nice that you and your partner feel the same way and could make the change together.

[@TheAnimalsMagicShop]

Doing Konmari a number of years ago opened my eyes to what really matters which is pretty much nothing compared to those you love. I love the Shaker mindset of having just useful things, but that those useful things are beautifully made. Portugal is said to be one of the most peaceful places to live in the world. I'm glad to see you are bringing your dogs.

[@solarhydrowind]

An empty Shaker village in Northwestern Massachusetts tour guide answered a question that when a woman once got pregnant there, she and her mate were asked to leave the community. I guess they only took in orphans and have since perhaps gone extinct. Very spare buildings, and, yes, beautifully designed and handmade things. Kept their chairs hung on the walls when not in use: one side of the dining hall for men, one side for women... Perhaps all at one long table???

[@mihaelaclaudiap..2]

I am moving as well on Sunday back to Italy, leaving behind my house in England. I will leave the furniture in and only take with me 2 suitcases. It's indeed an overwhelming feeling, I sometimes feel like crying because of too many emotions going through me now! I am very excited as well to go back, Italy it's my world, my family and my dog is there, I love that country more than any other country on this planet and on Tuesday I will be on the Amalfi coast so I cannot really complain, but still it's a huge change that simply touches you! And yes, all this moving taught me that I don't really need lots of material things to feel happy, the more I go in time, the less I need really, less stuff makes me feel free and light! I can relate so much with this video, big life changes for both of us! I am in good company ha,ha! Much love sweetheart, stunning video as always! xxx

[@MalamaLife]

So cool that you are going through a similar phase! It is such a emotional roller coaster, but I think there is so much we gain from it too. I dream of going back to Italy as well 😍 happy for you and rooting for you too!

[@violet18]

What a dream! I admire you for following your dream.

[@mihaelaclaudiap..2]

@@MalamaLife If you come to Florence please let me know, I would love to meet up with you! 🥂💖

[@nenenene6436]

I'm italian too, the feeling of love that we Italians have for our country is so profound it can't be explained. I cannot live anywhere else, welcome back!

[@Starrynightz777]

That sounds great! Happy to hear, you are going back home. How long did u live in England?

[@The333]

So, I totally admire and respect what you and your husband have chosen and I am looking forward to see how your world changes as you relocate, but I'd like to offer a different perspective on "stuff" ownership. I am 54 and divorced and I agree, I don't really want to full up my world with meaningless stuff to impress people, however, I do love owning a home and I do like having a reliable vehicle and a certain amount of quality items that I use heavily. As a younger guy in my 20's, I really did not have much at all - I worked all sorts of crazy and dangerous jobs to get through college and while I was climbing the job ladder I often went without stuff in order to save. I lived in dumpy little apartments and I drove cars that left me stranded. And now at 54 ya know what? F--k that, if I never have to do that again, I am not. Seriously. Many of us in my age group paid our dues this way (not that your age has not, but stuff is way easier to get now, it really is). So my sense of ownership is a lot more than "flexing" or living some marketing lifestyle. It's about pride in my home and having a home to share with others. It's about having a reliable vehicle for work or to help neighbors or friends out - it's about self sufficiency and the results of a lifetime of work. So yeah, just a different perspective.

[@belleiccm9801]

Thank you very much for sharing! I did one major relocation some years back and I was compelled to let go of so much of my stuff. I got very emotional. That painful experience made me realize how attached I had become to clothes and books and mementos. That was a very freeing experience for me. I still continue to learn to let go not only of things but also of relationships that do not contribute to my well-being.

[@ioliofnow]

Things are just things, they don't define us and they don't matter ! Thank you for putting that out there, it is so much needed in the world we live in ! I hope you have a great start in Portugal with your husband and the dogs, and looking forward to your new videos from there ! Take care !!

[@louisamendes7548]

Things are just things and they don't define us👌🏻 We need to hear that more

[@starrsaenz5472]

An Angel sent you my way because I am in the process of moving right now and have to give up most of my stuff.. Ty so much for sharing your story 💜✨ I feel so much better 🥰

[@majenazprahy9909]

Hi, found your video just when I started sorting out the boxes full of things. It looks like having to move apartments twice in course of few months is good to really go down to what is necessary. I am realizing how much I am limited by all the things I have and I am not actually deciding for a home for myself, but worrying about where to place all my stuff. I appreciate you admit that it is a hard process to actually go through all this...I thought it was only me being exhausted :) And yes, it is much more difficult to get rid of the possessions (if you want to do it at least a bit responsibly) than acquiring them. Thank you for encouraging me not to give and go on... :)

[@am-bl8we]

I love listening to your voice and I learned a lot about minimalism from you guys. Keeping stuff that is really essential to my life makes me happier and less worried. I'm waiting for your next video. Cheers!

[@MalamaLife]

Thanks so much :) glad to hear that

[@marabanana26]

This is truly an inspiring video. I am currently watching this here at my workplace and I suddenly remembered how much things we have in store at home. I am also starting to declutter things that no longer serve its value here on my office desk. I feel guilty about purchasing new clothes that doesn't even give me daily comfort but only the "aesthetics" made me bought them. This gave me so much awakening!

[@lyl3645]

I’ve moved 4 times within the past 10 years; each time was stressful. My partner is a hoarder/collector/shopaholic, we argued mostly because of that. It’s a bless to live with someone who is well organized.

[@rhondapelletier2141]

My husband is a hoarder. And I am not so much, lol. It is very hard to live with a hoarder.

[@Swatioo10]

Soul sister you are so natural & I love the way you think. Not many people in this world thinks like this ❤️✨

[@MalamaLife]

❤️❤️❤️

[@lovelifebudget3681]

Beautifully articulated! Completely agree with everything you said. It's often hard to explain minimalist and its benefits to other people. Thank you for this video. xoxo

[@abebechen]

My daughter and I liked your journey of simplifying your life and meditating what really matters in your life. Thanks for sharing again.

[@amiyrbarclift1640]

I never read a book more than once. As soon as I am done reading it I give it away. I do love the vignettes of your home and the style of the editing and color.

[@nfk4437]

I've been repeating this over and over again because this truly make me think a lot. I now realized how peaceful to live in less. As I slowly get rid of things, I now detach myself from those things alongside with the memories that came with it. Sometimes memories maybe meant to be remember in mind only not in things.

[@prasannad7301]

Your videos helped me a lot to cope with my depression and anxiety. Thank you for always coming with the best content. All the best for new beginnings. Much love ❤️

[@MalamaLife]

❤️ sending you much love!

[@prasannad7301]

@@MalamaLife 😊❤️

[@mmmmmmnachos]

1) first time viewer, your voice is SO calming/relaxing. Hello ASMR! 2) I found you because I’m so overwhelmed with “stuff” in the house and have been trying to get the rest of the household on board with living simply so that we can do more and live more! Your video is so inspiring!

[@johnmcnulty1129]

We're born with nothing ! We leave with nothing ! You two, have a fantastic time in Portugal.

[@violet18]

Wow! That's a good way to put it

[@julierichens4218]

This was so eye-opening and on a very deep level very moving

[@conniepatterson5142]

I wanted to let you know, that this is my favorite So Far of youur videos! I've been enjoying quite a few theses past days. This one spoke to me on a level that compelled me to face things I didn't realize I was doing. "Overconsumptionism" made it click for me. It's like all the good lights in my brain started firing. When you spoke about not letting us chase after brands, because they don't define who we are, I know this, but haven't been living it out. I wanted to say thank you, for your decision to move away, because through your experience, you are helping shape mine.

[@brucechavers3848]

Thankfully you had already been on the journey to rid yourself of many possessions when you were forced to do so to make your overseas move. You have well pointed out that the possessions we need are minimal. This inspires me to let some more things go. We can’t take it with us in the end.

[@MalamaLife]

😁👍 thanks for the comment Bruce

[@jenniferh8800]

Loved this. Please do another video and show us what was worth keeping!! 💕

[@MalamaLife]

Would love to share what I brought with me :)

[@user-og7dw6ur8u]

I'm so happy you're moving to my country. Hope you can fall in love with Portugal everyday just as I do! 💓

[@MalamaLife]

💓 thank you so much! I already fell in love with your country

[@eighty9]

​@@MalamaLife when you moved to Portugal. You should definitely collab with Bernardo Bacalhau. He is a talented KZbinr.

[@princepeterwolf]

Omgosh, I cannot believe this. I've been watching your videos forever and you've always inspired me so much and now you're moving into my country? Omgosh

[@MalamaLife]

I'm so excited:) thank you for following my journey

[@gloriayouchisonbrown7734]

You have stated everything I believe in, I am so happy for you, I wish you all the best in your new travels and home🌹

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you so much Gloria 😊

[@debyoakwitch]

Hello!! I'm portuguese.. i watch your videos since the beginning.. i can´t believe you are moving in to our country !Welcome and good luck! 🧡🦋

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you! I'm so excited:)

[@sherynmecha83]

Hiiii😊i just wanted to say how much I appreciate your videos, they make me feel so grounded, relaxed and inspired. It's one of the only few contents on social media that helps ease my mind instead of filling it up with unnecessary thoughts and random information. Its very interesting and even eye opening to hear your interpretation on little things😇

[@MalamaLife]

So happy to hear that!!

[@momsheegc4499]

Your videos are truly eye opening and life changing. Thank you, Sophie. 💕😘

[@MalamaLife]

So happy you share my perspective too!

[@raebean6018]

I've been decluttering in waves over the past two years. I feel lighter and am getting rid of more now. At the same time, I'm watching a friend clean out his father and grandfathers house. There's just so much and it's been extremely taxing on him to work through all this stuff. I've spoken to my own parents about their things as they're heading to the next phase of life and looking to downsize. It's amazing just how much can be accumulated, and hold space, time and energy to maintain and remove. The penny hasn't dropped for my parents yet how much effort this will take just to remove things and I have been preparing for the time where I'll have to help them. It is taxing for me just knowing that's coming.

[@DaestrumManitz]

You exemplify a truly skilled minimalist in word and deed! Once again you have educated and challenged us to reexamine our needs and wants with respect to our earthly possessions. The art of minimalism par excellence! \🕶/

[@pedroriding]

I was surprised to hear that you are moving to my country. Hope you enjoy this little country. Welcome!

[@MalamaLife]

I can't wait ❤️ thank you for the warm welcome

[@cristinacarmona2985]

You really inspire me sooo much! I’m soo close to paying off my mortgage! And I just want to save as much as I can and travel .

[@kamilaledoux9849]

You are such an inspiration… I am decluttering now, and your videos are really helping me to part with things and people. Thank you ❤

[@MalamaLife]

I'm happy to hear that!

[@mauraronda1265]

Emptying out a house is very exhausting and emotional. I have moved close to 7 times in last few years. I don’t want to move ever again. Simplify. It’s so important and being now more intentional! Best of luck to you both. 💕

[@melissamoeller9608]

I really appreciate this video. I’m going through a similar process due to health issues. It takes a lot of energy to go through the whole house and get rid of whatever you can/have to. I’m hoping to be able to create a home in the future that encourages me to be more present and less cluttered.

[@minalpuntambekar1239]

Me too.. am on my way

[@dpinar21]

My house is so full it's hard to start but I'm trying. I guess that's what matters. Thanks for the inspo.

[@IsabelMartins]

Lovely to hear that you're coming to Portugal! A big WELCOME!

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you so much ❤️

[@katerynamoskaliuk4832]

Just like you, I had to fit all my belongings into 2 suitcases to go to Bali, a few months ago. The decluttering process was overwhelming and SO exciting. Yet, moving over to another country has A LOT of challenges I wasn't fully aware of at the beginning. I'm glad I decluttered though, but I crave a home feeling and the luxury of having your own minimalistic place/home, without unnecessarily buying lots of things.

[@MalamaLife]

How exciting! We're going through similar phases in our lives. Wishing you all the best in Bali. Hope you enjoy every minute despite the challenges 😁

[@poodleprofessor]

Most of my stuff was gifted to me, so there was guilt involved in getting rid of it. I’m also struggling with heavy things like yearbooks and photo albums.

[@mikeuptegrove]

I spent a decade of my life traveling, 23 to 33, abouts, and at first, I’d buy momentos from each place. After awhile, I realized I was just wasting money on junk. I started to collect tiny yacht flags instead to limit my purchases. Also, I was shopping, and not engaging my surroundings as much. Everyone wants to sell you things. After discovering the places in the world I liked, traveling got cheap because I only needed essentials and focused my time on the place, people, and learning the languages. I’d go run, swim, or surf instead of buy things. I got very good at traveling for months on end across dozens of nations in multiple continents with a carry on. I’d say I was about pro. But I get it. Good for you. Portugal is a top spot on my list too. I walked across Spain twice and each time ended my trip in Portugal. Gorgeous place. Did you buy a home there? My neighbor on Oahu bought a condo there for like $120k and says the maintenance is like $30 a month. In a Southern Beach town.

[@wondering_stars_in_oz8462]

I've been doing something similar. We are basically moving into a tiny house, it suits us for our new work. We are putting things in storage just to make sure we are happy with the lifestyle before doing anything too permanent but I'm still struggling to choose what to take. Like minimising the kitchen to the size i need it to be. My closet will fit but is arguably still too much. But then theres some of the personal items that I'm trying to justify taking. At the same time i don't want to be tripping over things in my tiny house. I've been minimising for years, but taking it too a really basic level is harder than it should be. It's just stuff i don't know why I'm so attatched. I can't imagine doing 5 suitcases yet 😂

[@jahnavijammi8464]

It was another very inspirational video Sophie, I am thankful that you could do it in midst of all your move. You truly said we should not waste our time and energy in accumulating material possessions, we have to let them go some day. Our possessions don’t define us. Good luck with your move, stay safe.❤️

[@EnglishLearnersHere]

I could so relate to you! It's so difficult to sort things that you've accumulated for so many years and fit all these in just a few spaces. Moving to a new place is so difficult especially if you are weighed down with a lot of materials/stuff/documents. :(

[@mansoor3159]

Hey! Sophie I really really really addicted to your videos so so so much and your videos are truly truly truly helpful to me in my life and I will support you till end😭✨🥺♥️

[@MalamaLife]

aww thank you so much ♥♥

[@susanweller2121]

You said the exact same thing to Patricia on A Small Wardrobe. 😄

[@Fred-yd9md]

Hi disco

[@Jessicosmo]

That’s refreshing! Removing things from your life that is no longer needed

[@MalamaLife]

💓yes! it feels great

[@LaureninGermany]

Tbh it’s reassuring to see that even you have collected more than ideal! It’s time for a declutter for me and maybe I won’t beat myself up so much, after seeing this. It honestly happens to everyone, doesn’t it, that you acquire stuff when you take your eye off the ball. You look soooo happy though, Sophie!!!

[@traceyroot5643]

Very inspiring video Sophie. Less stuff less pressure, simple concept, much harder to action I imagine. We did this when downsizing homes in the UK. Thank you for your videos always so relaxing and meaningful to watch. Good luck with your Portugese adventure.

[@MalamaLife]

Thank you so much Tracey

[@EvieSaintAnn]

This is such an eye opening video. Theres this inner voice that keeps nudging me to declutter for quite some time now but I keep procrastinating. This really pushes me to start taking action. Thank you so much, Sophie. I absolutely love your depth and introspection.

[@j.s.elliot7121]

Can I recommend getting a Kobo device for your books? A Kobo is attached to Overdrive/Libby for libraries, so it's one light-weight device that will last you at least a decade and you can read when you're traveling or from the comfort of your bed. I personally like the Libra H20. (I'm a big reader, personally, so I can't imagine life without books. This is a way to access them affordably and without clutter.)

[@MalamaLife]

I love the concept! Will definitely look into it

[@juliaodonovan]

Sophie, this is the most moving and inspirational video you've made so far, in my mind 💙 Even though I just KonMari-ed my whole apartment over the springtime, after watching this I feel like there's more I want to part with. I'm so excited to see your journey to Portugal ✨💙

[@junonirvanablue]

I appreciate your journey and can see how it helps you grow. I was on a journey too until i got chronically ill and now buy more stuff to soothe instead of what i dreamt of.

[@MalamaLife]

I'm sorry to hear that. Sending you best wishes

[@andrewchengmusic4235]

Congrats on your realization of TOO much stuff. I'm very happy for your husband and you. I also learnt this a few years back from an unhappy experience (Seperation with my ex) that became a cornerstone for me afterwards. I realized then that all the things I had wasn't enough to heal a broken heart. Some years later, last year, thats where my journey about questioning how to live more intentionally began. Society has definitely had influence on a lot of people, more money, spend more, you deserve it, you can afford it, life will be better, etc, unless you take a step back or go through what I went through, where i downsized from a larger place to a smaller place or, like you, moving somewhere else, its hard for people to put things to perspective. People are too busy trying to "keep up" when in reality, all that is irrelevant and a waste of time and money. Once you experience this, I think thats when life really starts, the earlier the realization the better. Instead of trying to "keep up" I tried to keep up my enjoyment of music through my KZbin channel I started half a year ago. Hopefully, someday, I'll reach the 442k subscribers mark like you though it looks like a long way to go.😆. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@andysdestination8671]

Yup. I’m moving too. From California to Virginia Beach VA. I got rid of a lot of stuff. Cuz I’ll be driving my car with my few stuff including my black Cat. It’s been tough for past few days. I’m supposed to be leaving my town This coming Friday morning June 24th. Crazy move. 🙄🙄🙄

[@NathalieLazo]

Your dreams and everything you’ve ever want are just on the other side of your fears… 💯 Hope you have a great day! ❤️😊

[@MalamaLife]

♥

[@raebean6018]

I also love your tone and pace in speech - so calming!

[@annettehan6091]

New subscriber here. I am loving your channel. Your voice is zen.

[@Maggi3Lou]

Would love to see a video about the items you chose to keep, what you think are necessary items to have. We are moving back to our home country soon and buying our first house, so I'm really trying to focus on only buying things that we need and not much more.

[@elridaferlito4711]

Love your inspiring messages and beautiful videos. I have moved to the country and ocean from the big city. Life is much more easier, beautiful simpler and meaningful without too many material rubbish. I own me now and thanks for sharing your beautiful stories. ❤

[@mustardseed123]

I am learning that even if something is free or offered to me, doesn't mean I should allow it in my space because there is like a cost to it and a bit of time given up for it. I'm learning to let go and feel the blessing of just being ok with what I am in the moment

[@cosmos-ol2rw]

Hi, Sophie! This is the first time I leave a comment to your video^^ I've been learning English these days and been watching your videos for months. Actually, I'm living in Soul now and be leaving Korea in a few months, thus your videos are definitely helpful for me to prepare for moving ^^ Thank you for your really good videos, I would say your thoughts and feelings are inspired me so much, I think it's probablly because you majored in philosophy, I really like it! Please keep doing your good work and I really support you! Wish you all the best!!!

[@salk2555]

I love your blog, it’s so calming. I love the simplicity. I recently moved from a beautiful apartment in a swanky building to a building near a river where I can go walking, some more trees etc. It was a good decision, simpler and I feel so much calmer.

[@georgelyden]

Sophie! I’m so happy for you! Change takes work, change takes your energy. You did it! Stand tall my friend. Godspeed to you and your husband.

[@montebamboliitaly7506]

You were so far away and now you are so close. I come from Germany and had to turn 50 to think like you. I wish you from the bottom of my heart a great start in your new homeland

[@Aaron-hg8jo]

This is exactly what I'm trying to do in my life.

[@MalamaLife]

Good luck to you 👍

[@Abby_evans2023]

You are such a beautiful person inside and out! Your videos bring me so much peace. I appreciate your channel 💕

[@kathyward9879]

I admire what you & your husband are doing. Portugal is beautiful from what I’ve researched. Getting rid of my items is so difficult for me but I agree with your points 💯 %! If my husband and I ever move out of the country, which could happen, I’ll be following your message to let it go!

[@SilviaCarla86]

When I had to move from Switzerland back to Italy selling my car has been the most difficult part, very emotional, maybe stupid but I think it was probably the more effective sign of the definitive change in my life

[@MalamaLife]

I know what you mean!

[@GlaizaJournals]

I'll be moving overseas soon and I'm so inspired by this video to check everything I have and see which items I don't really need in my life ❤️

[@anettesinn280]

Yes. I hear you . I felt the same when i lost my home last year . Now starting allover again and for sure i will keep it minimalistic . Buying less but of a good , faire economicel quality ! 🙏. Some nice furnitures to create a coszy , clean home . Living a healthy , clean , minimalistic lifestyle is very refreshing and grownding for us humans . As it reminds us of what realy matters in Life . Personelly i brefore spending more money into healthy delicious organic food or health care than in buying tooo many clothes all the time . A well nourished person lookes beautyful anyways ! ☺. Once you know your personel style , you dont need much . Just the right pieces for combination ! And just be creative ! I Wish you both a good new start in Portugal my Dear . Nice to see that all worked out well with your visa . Good Luck ☺🍀🍀🍀🌞

[@alucero247]

Are you going to do a home tour? Would love some minimalist inspiration and see what you kept 😊

[@MalamaLife]

Yes of course! We're still waiting for our visas to get approved :) but once we're settled I would love to share

[@ritagoedecke6574]

Sophie do follow your dreams! That is very important, I did it several times. First moving from Europe to the USA when we were your age, then about 30 years later we sold all our stuff and moved on our sailboat for almost 7 years. Sailed from California to the East Coast trough the Panama Canal. Sophie you are right Stuff is just stuff and you do not need much to be happy! So follow your dreams and never look back! Enjoy life.

[@alessandraovb]

Wow Rita, your life is truly an adventure!

[@rosemarywilliams9969]

😳This is reminding me to get rid of more stuff now. I want to move to Nigeria in a few years and I don't want to deal with having to get rid of almost everything at once. It is emotional to let go of things even when those items can be replaced, the time it took to get something the way I wanted it can't be replaced.

[@lillysummer3546]

Youre so inspiring. Every time I got rid of things the lighter I felt.

[@MalamaLife]

agree with you :)

[@mignoncobra]

I think that's so amazing that this experience of moving and decluttering has taught you a lot. When I moved back in 2020, I also went through a similar process. It's great to go through it once but I'm excited to not have to do it anytime soon lol Great vid Malama!

[@lizziesplaylists8500]

This video resonates with me so much!! It is very beautiful and profound and also emotional for me on a personal level. I went through a similar journey to become a nun (Christian). I documented the process on KZbin in a channel called anglicansisterjourney. Everything you say reminds me of monk and nun principles - both Buddhist and Christian - and you are showing the beauty and benefits of how anyone even if they are not religious can put these practices and mind sets into their life. Your channel is amazing and this video sure brings back memories for me of parting from so much to enter the convent then parting from even more just before receiving my habit (nun robes). Keep up the inspiring channel and I wish you all the best in your life. Lizzie x

[@elviebarsaga8868]

We miss you, Sophie! 💖 Thank you for sharing your insights.

[@MalamaLife]

Aw thank you :)

[@paulrobichaud4135]

In May of this year my wife and I sold our house in Florida and now we live in Thailand. I felt the same emotions you felt. It’s liberating knowing that I can live with very little

[@Mary____.]

I’m trying to get rid of all my clothes since your last few videos. I want to work on that wardrobe capsule. People truly don’t wear/ need so much

[@AnoojaDebnath]

During the pandemic as I spent more time at home and really looked at all that we owned I caught myself repeatedly thinking ‘why do I have this?’ I’m a maximalist and I love all my art, plants, books and tiny tchotchkes- all of which bring me happiness. But clothes and shoes -so much of our clothing and accessories is for our ‘outside the house’ persona. I think what really did it for me was not being able to easily close stuffed drawers - filled with clothes I barely wore anymore. I’ve been decluttering in my head and procrastinating for months and while I have made a small start (all the clothes I REALLY Like now fit in one rather large suitcase) I know it’s a long long process as I want to be mindful about how I let go of items. Not just toss them out. I’ve been thinking EXACTLY what you’ve put so beautifully in words. It inspires me to carry on! Thank you. ❤️

[@PriscillaThen]

The timing of your video is uncanny -- I'm doing something similar and can so relate! Thank you for another great video, I loved watching it (as usual)!

[@MalamaLife]

I'm happy you can relate :)

[@marjoriekategarcia6330]

From someone who moved from Philippines to Italy who also needs to fit my whole life to 2 whole suitcases, it kinda made me emotional. This video really resonates me 🍀🍃

[@MalamaLife]

wow :) that's pretty amazing!

[@cazpk6840]

I can never do it in such a few bags - i admire you guys. I will definitely need shipping or a small storage of some kind.