Minimalism & Decluttering with Joshua Becker

[@Miss_Annlaug]

After having watched so many videos on this subject and also going through the decluttering process myself I'm still blown away by how people seem to be so concerned with questions like: "am I minimalist enough?" or "how extreme do I have to go to be able to call myself a minimalist?". It is kind of disturbing : are we really this insecure? I'm perfectly happy to call myself a minimalist if I want to. And it is my personal definition that matters. I have no desire to count items and compare to other people. What I'm saying is: find your own comfort zone where you are happy with what you have and your home is easy to maintain and a happy place to be. Don't ever let anyone disrespect your efforts to improve. Be strong. Be rebellious and create your own personal definition! Comparison is poison

[@christined2495]

I agree, it’s so simple, keep what you love , need and use, and declutter the rest. Everyone’s journey will be different, according to what brings them happiness, you then will live minimally

[@vickiviloria7167]

I'm in the process of downsizing. It has been a daily struggle for several years to declutter each room so that I will be able to move to a smaller house. It is an awakening to realize that I have needed a big mortgage to simply house stuff that I don't need. A smaller housing cost will free me to do the things that I can't afford to do today.

[@divaandchomin1]

No matter how many times I hear Joshua Becker explain minimalism, I always feel like it’s the first time and he inspires me so much. I will become a new subscriber because of this awesome interview! Thank you

[@jwc6444]

I love the statement about dealing with society and the standards of what people think you should have. I'm currently enjoying my journey of minimalism!!

[@conniesoares157]

Great video, I like hearing Joshua Becker talk about his journey. I found him when listening to KZbin...The.Minimal.Mom. Thanks !

[@simplycj5460]

I’ve been following Joshua for several years and even though I’ve traveled the minimalism road for a long time, I find that his content is often fresh, unlike other minimalists who I follow. I have put his book on hold at our local library (along with 38 other people! Haha)

[@bradmitchell7182]

SimplyCJ thanks CJ

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

I always pick up something. You're right

[@HumansOfVR]

*I've found that the less stuff I own, the less my stuff owns me.*

[@mariagradilla296]

Life Progress - Health, Wealth, & Happiness nice !

[@thebarky1988]

Profound statement

[@annadonenko8544]

Oh those ketch-up packages, I always want to save a few just in case a MacDonald's lady forgets to put them in the bag !

[@christineo8510]

I'm still in the process of minimalism. I have a slow start but I'm making progress! I also just purchased the Minimalist home! I can't wait to start reading it!!!

[@NWCARROLL]

Just watched the documentary on Netflix. Eye opening and made me think twice about a purchase over the weekend haha

[@KM-nq7ez]

I think everyone has their own level of “enough”... for me I wouldn’t be happy with completely Bare walls, But for another person it’s perfect and comfortable and calming. Everyone needs to draw their own line in the sand.

[@karenkrysiak6710]

I would like to compare the process of decluttering and owning less as peeling off a layer of an onion one at a time. I do it for a while and then when it seems time to stop as other things need my time I let it go . When it strikes me again to do another layer I start again. It usually starts as something shifts in my life or a time of transition. As I have gotten older or technology has changed and I adopted other ways I let go of obsolete or no longer needing/using those items. As I can't lift things as before I adopted the saying if I can't lift it, move it easily (within reason) I will forgo buying it or keeping it. Also ask myself what would it take in my time to dust, clean, financially maintain it. It gives a sense of mobility and not being tied down...very freeing. Some people are great about organizing and I would say finding such a person to come along side you would be of great benefit or who has done that been there before. I have helped many in this regard as its a gifting and with it a flow comes and able to show how else the same object could be used for something else or placed in another room to serve a different purpose. Make it a matter of lifestyle as you would with making a change in eating healthy vs dieting. It's a daily process with great rewards.

[@etiennegrason3993]

Great information. I have been watching your videos and is now motivated to start my path towards minimalism. There is one thing, though that I would like to say. Focus on what you are offering and just leave your comments about others who are also taking the minimalism path of life. I think the others have a different belief and let’s respect their way of being a minimalist.

[@Ann.CreatedToCreate]

Followed you on IG a few weeks ago because of the awesome inspiring quotes! Ha! Now stumble across you here!! Very cool. Thanks for the interview...a little different questions than I’ve heard Joshua answer... nice!

[@SeedTime]

Glad to be friends Ann!

[@mirandasmeals1620]

I really needed this topic to help me with the items that I have in my home TFS

[@potbellyfatguyfromnewyorkcity]

people don't realize how important digital minimalism is. how many songs or videos you have on your phone. same for all those photos - 99% which are out of focus or show you in a bad light or just unusable. junk photos. I say discard 99% of it and keep only the best of the best by far. you won't miss the other ones.

[@SeedTime]

Love that!

[@tommy11sixorozco9]

love this video !!!! great advice and tips.

[@SeedTime]

Glad you liked it!!

[@leticiac52]

Really Really good stuff thank you for sharing🙌

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

I just want to comment on the subject of "getting rid of people" like objects. I do not think you are in contact with a narcissist in your life. You are blessed if that is the case. It is not about being "selfish" and just want to take from people. It is about removing toxic people from your life that do not want the best for you, they actually want to hurt and harm you. Please look into narcissism and you will get a better idea. Thanks, love your material!

[@acajudi100]

out of sight? out of mind. Index box tells me what is in the covered Rubber Maids, Location, and RM #.

[@citygirlfarm]

how about the library?

[@terriekelley1400]

2,

[@RobertLinthicum]

Good stuff but bailed immediately when the Godstuff started.

[@ckmckay7636]

Sad for you 😞

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Oh please. Take what works for you and leave the rest.

[@valerie2158]

Are you a vampire?

[@killawofe]

I’m not sure it was so immediate

[@RobertLinthicum]

@@killawofe I am.