Minimalist apartment tour in Siberia | What I rent for $224/month

Finally! Taking you on a tour in my [pretty minimalist] apartment in Russian Siberia. See where I live, work, and create.
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Thank you for watching, my friends!
From Siberia with love,
Your Ana(stasia)

[@thatcanadiangrandma]

AH! Finally, another minimalist that is just a regular person like me! I've seen way too many of these polished, super aesthetic, monochrome, Ikea-like, very rich folks videos of it. I can't identify with that or afford to make my place look so Scandinavian. You're genuine, and that feels right! Sometimes, minimalism videos are a fashion-design show, people wearing just plain colours and expensive clothing. Every time I'm watching these (because I do....) I feel like an underachiever, or that my place doesn't look like it should. Comparision is truly an illness! Anyway, yours felt warm and fuzzy, like an old friend welcoming me into her house. Thanks!

[@ritaroad]

You hit the nail right on the head. I too must admit that I’ll watch those videos but they’re like reality tv.

[@Alexandra_Gavrila]

Amen to that! :) For me it's the throw blankets that make me eyeroll every time. Can we not do without fake-cozying everything? :)) This one indeed felt genuine, not staged!

[@pejorative.stojakovic]

you can do it! i would be your guest!

[@Betterialist]

What I really like of your video is that you are not staging your place. No Instagram show off, but a real genuine home. I really like your style and your home! You are a gem! 🤗

[@KatieM786]

Thank you for showing that even a minimalist has a stash of craft projects in potentia and in progress. I feel like a lot of minimalists on KZbin seem to have decluttered their soul along with their material items. More of your kittie as well please! Love from London xx

[@anagoldberg]

'Decluttered their soul'😄[laughing out loud] Yep, sometimes people have a temptation to go too far. Ulysses is an organic part of this channel, snoozing next to me while I respond to the comments :) Big hugs to London, my friend! 🤗

[@KatieM786]

@@anagoldberg In that case I will feel very happy and honoured when he makes an appearance. 😊🌷

[@gutchiespencer2714]

“Decluttered their souls,” That’s funny! I’m a minimalist myself, you just feel your best with less but I agree some take it too far, I was born with less so it doesn’t bother me to give up stuff....

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

Katie, I agree.

[@Myamirah]

Adding a bar of soap to a drawer or closet to keep clothes smelling fresh must be Lesson 1 in the International Mothers’ Teaching Guide. I’m Canadian and my Mom taught me the same thing. I was once given a bar of handmade soap from a woman visiting from Australia who told me not to use it but to put it in a drawer of clothes. Mothers are all the same ❤️

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

Same lesson learned here from my mom in Texas!! 😁

[@mabella3437]

You are a wonderful hostess, artist and lady!! Your kitty is so adorable and I love his eyes!! I wish you were my neighbor!! Thank you and God bless you and kitty!! Oh yes, what a GREAT job you did on rescuing your beautiful plant!!!! peace, love and faith from the USA!

[@antoniafoster8264]

I also liked that you call your cats bowls his munching station. Made me smile. ☺️

[@bearpawz_]

Me too!!! ~~ ADORABLE ~~ 🐈‍⬛

[@kristiN1214]

As soon as I listened to your story of rescuing the big plant that was left at the dumpster and referred to it as “him”…I knew you must have the best heart. ♥️ Thank you for the house your, I’m getting ready to downsize my life to a tiny home and hopefully a more simple life, peace and happiness!

[@kristiN1214]

@PL4stik1991 I still thought it was sweet and very kind of her to rescue it.

[@amm0814]

PL4stik1991 yes it does, what about ‘ono’ ?

[@amm0814]

PL4stik1991 like ‘eto’?

[@gwenwifar]

@PL4stik1991 In Russian language thought there is word 'it' ( translated as 'ono' ), and one would normally use it referring to a plant.

[@polinapopova1178]

in Russian, all of the objects in the world have a gender: masculine, feminine or neuter. The plants are usually refered to by masculine gender.

[@UppityRib]

How refreshing to see a realistic portrayal of minimalism. Keep up the great videos :)

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being here, Rachel! 💖

[@kathleenolszewski7982]

I really enjoyed seeing your apartment. I also love the view from your window, where you can see the snow, traffic, etc. I could happily daydream looking out your window. I am always so glad when I see a new video from you. You have such a peaceful, soothing, and kind demeanor and I feel so much better after listening to you. Much love from New Jersey, USA

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much, dear Kathleen! It makes me feel fulfilled and happy knowing that I can bring you some comfort ❤️

[@nicolemontreuil829]

Oui c’est une personne vraie, avec une simplicité, bref , une belle personne.

[@LadyBeeSting2434]

Thank you for sharing your lovely home with the world! It’s interesting how we humans are so fascinated by seeing how another person lives- mostly one in another city or country! I like that the commonality that brings our lives together is minimalism. Although your apartment is furnished with your landlord’s items, you have a way of making it your own without having to fake covering anything for an aesthetic look to appease others. The pressure to do so is normal but to be authentic to oneself is not only gratifying it’s freeing, this is what the definition of a minimalism is supposed to be. Thank you again 😊

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, such a wonderful comment, my friend! Thank you ❤️ Yes, these things helps us feel connected. And I'm so happy for that! Sending love

[@kamidsjournee]

Lady Marie, I find that when I watch a video by a person I believe to be a minimalist, and I see that we have similar ideas as to what is minimalism, I feel justified (or that I too belong). I appreciate how you pointed out how humans are fascinated by other’s lives.

[@rosebudadkins6803]

No matter…..where we live…..there is no place like home! We can close the door and be with items that hold meaning for us.

[@eleanorbrasfield]

Thank you for the tour! In America that amount of space (unfurnished) would cost I think at least $600 for the month just for rent, excluding utilities, even in smaller towns/cities. In larger cities, that space would cost at least $1000 per month. It is always fascinating to me the way the costs of basic necessities fluctuate from country to country. You have a beautiful flat. :)

[@annieZannie]

In San Francisco, California that apartment would be $1,800.00 plus utilities per month.

[@jaydeecee1643]

I live upstate NY...I live in a small village and I pay 835/month plus 140/mo..for gas/electric....it's very cheap for this area

[@KateinBlack]

It is also cheaper because she lives in Siberia that not a lot of people are willing to live. However, it is expensive considering the salaries

[@annekramer6740]

“Munching station “-what a wonderful description. I want to start calling the two tables where I eat my munching stations. It was gracious of you to show us every nook and cranny of your living quarters, thanks. As for me, in a small condo with no yard or balcony, I take advantage of public spaces where I can hang a hammock, swing, read and listen to music for hours before returning to my cosy apartment. A sleeping bag keeps me warm in the hammock.

[@niamhcaitriona]

The soap in the clothes thing must be a universally maternal trait 😆 My (Irish) mother always did the same and it's something I do now automatically too lol. Thanks for the lovely video Ana, I especially liked the relaxing craft materials bit... I think a whole video crafting or jewellery making would be so interesting and relaxing 😌 Hi from rainy Ireland!

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, so great to have you here, my friend from Ireland! Haha, indeed, it's a universal maternal trait 😄💖

[@autumnramble]

My mother never did that, but now my partner gets his soap supply from workplace twice a year so I started to keep the soap not in bathroom but in clothes - it not only makes clothes smell nice but should also keep away insects.

[@vawest2052]

My mom used to keep the little decorative soaps, shaped like sea shells in our clothes, to this day if I smell a "Ocean Breeze" candle, I think of socks. Lol

[@mysonsmom9754]

I'm from America and I grew up putting decorative soaps in my clothes drawers, too. It truly is a small world! 💖

[@LiamsMom1982]

Ahh, yes! When you showed the soap in the linen closet this is also something my (Irish) mom did. I still do it to this day ❣️ along with in my clothes. It reminds me of my childhood and it really does make your clothes and linens smell nice. 😊

[@VagabondAnne]

I am currently staying in a Soviet style apartment in Kyiv, only one room plus kitchen and bathroom so it’s smaller than yours, and honestly I love it (even with the similar neighbors and hallway decor/smells. There are actually gunshot marks on the ceiling above the stairs!) I am an American from California, and I used to do a lot of petsitting in fancy $5 million houses, and I do prefer this sweet little apartment! There is plenty of room for crafts. My favorite part is the balcony, even though it is quite cold out there, it is full of sun and light. My landlady/landlords are super sweet. Your best decoration is obviously your cat, I wish I had a cat here!

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, such a beautiful and inspiring story you have! 😍 I love Kyiv and its apartments, have been there several times. And the gunshot marks, wow! You're so lucky to have sweet landlords. Sending love, my friend💚

[@KatieM786]

I can absolutely recommend having a cat. Unless you're allergic, then that is a less good idea 🤣

[@louisdewit4429]

So how much do you pay p/m ?

[@caciliawhy5195]

Are you still in Kiev or did you make it out?

[@evas.2446]

Priviet! I am a Spanish teacher living in Moscow. Recently I painted the apartment all in white and my mother in law, who is Russian, was horrified with the result, as she said "it looks like a hospital". It is the style in my country. Few people have paperwalls in Spain. I am always amazed about apartments in Russia and design of paperwalls. In that case, I am super minimalist 😊

[@anagoldberg]

Priviet, Eva! Haha, your mother in law sounds 100% Russian in regards to white walls 😄 Although I'd say that in Russian hospitals they use a horrifying shade of green:)) All jokes aside, so glad to meet you here! And cheers to Moscow 💖

[@whotelakecity2001]

White is lovely!

[@lisamacdonald8579]

I am caught between colorful walls and white walls for my home. I am in Canada and I find the white walls in the long winter are depressing. Yet, my walls are white lol… thank you for the tour of your home. I absolutely love seeing other peoples homes:)

[@whotelakecity2001]

@@lisamacdonald8579 You can paint one wall here and there warmer colour. Or eg have yellow kichen but white bedroom.

[@cherilewis2899]

I'm in Vancouver Canada I had beige walls all my life so 2years ago when we built this house i had all our walls painted different shades of blue like blue skies. I'm very happy with it.

[@ReRe-cg5ml]

I just love you Anna. You have such a beautiful spirit and heart. I love your little stashes of soap and perfume in between your clothes. I also love how you saved Augustus, so sweet. Your home is more cozy and lovely than many homes inhabited by those with money. I wish a beautiful life for you. You really are special and have so much more inside you than money can ever buy!

[@AllTheMiniThings]

Your artwork is lovely! Your home is so tidy and you've done a lovely job making it cozy , thank you for sharing!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching, Heather! ❤️

[@legallybored8876]

This is the second channel I’ve seen highlighting Soviet style apartments and I think these are so homey and cozy looking. Even though the building are old and the lobby’s are not perfect I see a lot of people making it comfortable and nice and really making it their own and that’s so beautiful. I love these videos.

[@debbiekoortzen1154]

Hi Ana, I loved seeing your living space, it is absolutely lovely. Your cat is gorgeous. My hangers doesn't match either. Some have knitted covers - gifts from my grandmother. I like it that way. My grandmother used to keep yellow apples in her closet, smelled like autumn. Thank you, sweet friend. ⚘

[@anagoldberg]

Hello, dear Debbie! Aww, such sweet memories your grandma left ❤️ I want to try the yellow apple thing now:) Sending love 🌼

[@Angel-rq3pi]

Oranges with cloves inserted into them. I think they're called pomanders. The Orange juice is absorbed by the cloves and slowly evaporates as it mixes with the clove scent. You just take a pretty ribbon (satin , grograin etc) and wrap around the orange. Loop the end (for hanging) then insert the cloves.... More or less to your scent preferences. Eventually the orange dries out. You can give to the wildlife, compost it or add essential oil and place in a bowl of other potpourri. :) I'm thinking you could do this with lemons and lines. Not apples, though bc the skin is too thin.

[@yragtgov]

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[@deborrasanders]

I live in a little house outside our town with my partner. We have a small yard for gardening vegetables, flowers, medicine plants, berries, and nuts. Inside our home, I feel cozy and safe. We keep things simple, neat, and quietly beautiful. I do not feel connected to our neighbors or our neighborhood, though. I try to keep my focus on what works for us here and not on what doesn't. Ana, I really appreciate you sharing your sweet home with me. Thanks so much!

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, Deborra, your home story sounds so peaceful and gorgeous! I can picture it in my mind 😍 Thank you for being here! ❤️

[@gabrielles4630]

I commented on your last video asking for an apartment tour and the next day you uploaded, what a joyful surprise :). I am in university in North Carolina and operating on a very small budget, I love seeing realistic homes, it's a breath of fresh air. Much love, Gabrielle

[@anagoldberg]

Haha, just as you requested, dear Gabrielle :)) Thank you for watching! Sending love ❤️

[@jackcarter233]

I really enjoy the idea of thick curtains being like a comforting shield. 🛡

[@aceythespacemanfrehley2566]

When you described the curtain colours you wished you could install, I literally pictured them and felt warm. Especially the forest green - sounds lovely ❣️

[@anagoldberg]

Hopefully will make such curtains happen in this apartment:)

[@denisemottley22705]

A very nice apartment. I am not a minimalist but admire the minimalism of other people. The rugs are lovely and so pleased you rescued the plant. I am always rescuing plants and feeding stray cats. Your collage work looks interesting. I am trying to do a journal with all the bits I keep. Very nice video.

[@Angel-rq3pi]

Yay!!! We get to visit with our Ana! And new folks are joining us all the time :) Thank you for letting us visit your home, dear Ana.

[@anagoldberg]

Yay, so happy to get you here on this tour, my dear Angel! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kimberlyrichardson2848]

I have found that I am most happy in small living spaces, and your small space is perfect! You’ve put your special touches and it feels cozy and welcoming!❤️

[@mariaruiz3848]

Very cozy and cute. Love your art. The monthly rent is excellent for the size. You don't find even a room in a house for that amount of money here.Thank you for sharing your precious sacred space.

[@vanesita17]

Wonderful! Love your positivity and happily making your home amidst your landlord’s style. It was a comfort to see the realistic hobbies and craft supplies. Minimalists also create amazing art. You’re such an inspiration, thank you so very much for giving us a glimpse into your life.

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, thank you so much, Vanessa! 🌸

[@divinetime999]

Thousands of channels and then there's YOU! 🙏💗 A humble gentle soul who takes away this lonely place. Thank you Beautiful 😘 Happy New Year to you and ALL who read this.

[@lainsimple5285]

You have great lighting throughout your apartment! That’s one of the things that drew me to my current home. So many windows and so much natural light! Thanks for sharing your home!

[@serenakoleno9338]

Yes, I noticed that, too. If she gets those dark curtains I hope she can pull them completely out of the way to optimize light.

[@CourtneyMcFate]

Ya know, I’m not a minimalist at.. like not at all but probably really should be. I wasn’t looking for videos like yours but I’m glad I came across it! I love seeing how other people live, especially outside of my home country. I just think it’s the most interesting aspect of our individuality. Love the video! Keep up the great stuff! ❤️

[@kyms9390]

Your apartment was lovely, your very lucky to have such a nice place. Loved your beautiful cat too:)

[@szfrj]

You’ve made yourself such a cozy nest :) I grew up in tower blocks like yours, seeing your home gave me so many memories… except our landlords sometimes had awful decor taste 😂

[@anagoldberg]

Haha, I've encountered those bad taste decors soooo often before, this apartment is a blessing! Thank you for watching, Szilvia ❤️

[@marianlinden9736]

Ana, I am afraid too many of my fellow Americans are complaining that your apartment is cheaper or nicer than theirs. We really can't compare prices from country to country as salaries, benefits, taxes etcetera differ and because costs differ. Food might be much more expensive in Siberia. Also, it is true that there are more and more shabby, tiny apartments in the U.S because we have built very little non luxury house over the past 30 years. However, I have great admiration of how you have organized your home and pared it down to the essentials and things meaningful to you

[@thissunchild]

I love the New York City wall ♥ I would paint all the walls white in order to lighten up the rooms. I also live in a country that is pretty dark in the wintertime, so the Scandinavian style is what works here.

[@rebeccajohnson6472]

The cat is thinking, Okay, this is not about me, So I am going to nap. I like these ordinary people videos about homes in other countries. Thank You for sharing. 🙂

[@veejo9535]

I enjoyed being taken around your home Ana so thank you for the tour. I am glad to hear that you are happy in your apartment which felt warm and welcoming to me and you have managed to put your own individual stamp on it. It is so important to find peace and harmony in our homes and somewhere we can relax and feel safe. It was also a pleasure to meet your fellow resident, Ulysses, who looked as if he was wondering who on Earth you were talking too.

[@anagoldberg]

Haha, indeed, he has no idea that he gets featured in the videos:) But I make sure he receives his extra treats every time! Thank you for watching, my friend ❤️

[@judeelitsky6390]

A simple, cute, comfortable and functional living space. Great job!

[@cromerbeach]

With the exception of the grimy hallways ,it’s a great deal

[@stivanbivan]

Your apartament is lovely!

[@anagoldberg]

I'm so glad the videos bring you some comfort, my friend 💚 Thank you for supporting me with such kind and sweet words 🌼

[@maryelaine-blinstrubchambe6083]

Your apartment is fabulous but it's all because of you. I especially love your drawings! I used to be more interested in drawing than paintings but my neck was ruined in a car accident. Now I can only paint. I have to say your drawings are better than mine! Don't stop! They are so beautiful! I do love your collages too. My paintings are turning out to be better than my drawings were so I'm pleased. Good luck I hope you aren't for this terrible war. Many relatives of mine live in the Ukraine.

[@casscassidy]

Thank you for sharing your home I live in a one bedroom apartment in Scotland facing a big green park hopefully I can do a video and show you sometime Siberia looks like another world thank you again for sharing

[@e.r.4077]

THANK YOU for sharing your space and way of living in the apartment with us. Ulysses is a beautiful cat... and such an original name. Will come back for the cuppa!

[@magdalenahernandez1562]

Your videos always cheer me up and inspire me! I’ve been having a hard time lately and your videos are so gentle. What a lovely apartment! It looks like you’re really creating your own oasis. Definitely what I want my own apartment to feel like 🤗

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, I'm so happy to hear that, dear Magdalena! ❤️ Sending love and support your way.

[@karinlyle5378]

Thank you for sharing a tour of your apartment! You have a kind heart for saving Augustus! And what a beautiful cat...please pet him from me!

[@katrinborrego9120]

Dear Ana, thank you for showing us your nice place. It looks so cozy and welcoming. You inspire me. Lots of love from Germany ♥️ Katrin

[@markh8116]

Your apartment looks like a calming and cosy place. I especially like the watercolours painted by your cousin and the bean bag. The video makes me think that I need to make more effort personalising my home !

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, I'm so glad you liked the tour anf got that creativity sparkle! 😊

[@kerstinhoyer4526]

So nice to see how you live. Love your art work. 🥰

[@angelavandegraaf]

I think it's a nice appartment...thankfully you are a minimalist with a bit of crafting stuff and without Marie Kondo closets 😉 but with soap between the clothes just as we do, because our mothers did it as well!! Thank you for the little insights into your life!!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching, my friend and fellow soap-in-a-wardrobe person😊

[@antoniafoster8264]

It’s so refreshing how much you appreciate and love even your simplest things. Made me realize that I should never complain or take anything for granted. I have everything I need and more. Thank you so much for sharing your home. It is lovely. 💝

[@cmst6408]

Ana thinking of you and so many! Am not sure if you will be able to see, this. I saw something about KZbin being stopped in Russia. Anyrate want to put out there thoughts and encourage others too, will re-watch some of your videos for support. Speak out, take good care

[@WaffleTraveller]

Привет, Ана! I love your flat and especially the balcony 😍 In Scotland balconies are not a thing and I miss having one. I grew up in a Soviet block of flats too, but our blocks are usually long rather than "свечка" (mine has 5 entrances).

[@anagoldberg]

Привет, Юля! We have 5-entrance Soviet block of flats too:) 5-storied or 9-storied. Ugh, such a bummer you can't get to enjoy balconies... Thank you for watching, my friend! ❤️

[@nanetten6238]

What a charming and cozy space. Thank you for sharing it with us. Maybe sometime you can post a video about your daily routine. A warm hug to you from Florida!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Nanette! I'll try:) Big hugs to Florida 🤗

[@dawnnewell237]

Great tour! Liked your honest commentary including what you like or don’t like about features. You are quite organized, especially for an artist. Thank you for sharing your cozy home with us! 👍🏻👏🏻

[@evmame]

Thank you for this video, Ana! I currently live in a small apartment in Germany (39 squaremeters) and I like it a lot. I honestly can't imagine, living with interior stuff of my landlords. But maybe that would prevent me from thinking a lot about how to optimize the furniture and decoration in my tiny living room. Hm, thinking about it :) Would like to have you here for a cup of tea on this snowy and Grey winter Saturday. Hugs from Germany!

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, this sounds so cosy! I'd love to have a cup of tea with you, my friend ❤️ All the apartments that I've rented in my life were with the interior stuff of my landlords:) So I'm used to it. In a way, it makes it so much easier to move. Snowy hugs to Germany!

[@LiamsMom1982]

Thank you for showing us! I love it!! Love the kitty cat too❣️🖤 My apartment is on the small side as well. I am in the process of going through a lot of my things and to donate as much as possible. I love a small space opposed to larger. And like you said, it's easier to not clutter a small space.

[@Evilgamesprite]

I really enjoyed your apartment tour Thank you for sharing. I grew up on a working farm dirt poor. We really ate what we grew be that in our gardens, fields or animals. We were taught to take care of not just what we had but the land and animal in our care. I not a minimalist but I try never to just ever go out and spend just to spend. I really enjoyed how you appreciate and are content with what you have. Thank you for sharing

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for taking this little tour with me 😊 Growing up on a land and around animals is such a transformative experience. I guess, since then you never take anything for granted... ❤️

[@theblacksworde]

Love your cozy apartment. I live exactly this kind of life in London, UK trying to write. Its wonderful seeing another introvert creative trying to live a similar simple and meaningful life so far away.

[@ChrisSaenz13]

I loved seeing your space and I was especially happy that you included the outdoor scene because so many people don't do that and I always like to see the "area" around homes and apartments!!!!!

[@blitzsmom3331]

Thank you for sharing your lovely apartment with us. I am so interested in the potato waffles you mentioned. If you ever want to share a recipe I would be delighted. I loved your art work and how you decorated the apartment. I am so glad I found you. ❤

[@elizabethpiper5826]

Thank you for the tour I enjoyed it so much! I really look forward to your videos! You are very sweet!! My husband and I just finished building our third house. Was in it for Thanksgiving and all the boys will be here for Christmas! I am also a minimalist! We downsized this house to 1800 sq ft from our last home of 4600 sq ft. Being diagnosed with OCD, being a minimalist helps with the anxiety!! Hope you have a good night❤️

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching, Elizabeth! Congrats on your new house! Hope it will bring so much meaningful joy and love 💚

[@erickus36]

You are a fine woman, your husband is a lucky man to be with you! I wish you all the best!

[@gaiagreen2690]

An absolutely lovely video. Your genuinity is so inspiring and your home is so cozy!

[@ReverendJoaquinRLarriba]

Your English is excellent. Thank you for sharing, you seem like a very sweet and genuine person.

[@irmielam5192]

Thank you for this lovely tour. I'm not a minimalist myself, but I do a lot of art. I do love your apartment and your calm and friendly demeanor. I hope you make more videos...I enjoyed this a lot. Live from Portland Oregon in the USA. ❤

[@Shiryone]

Hello from America. Your english is excellent. Thank you for sharing your part of the world!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, my friend! 🌷

[@kathleenolszewski7982]

I really enjoyed seeing your apartment. I also love the view from your window, where you can see the snow, traffic, etc. I could happily daydream looking out your window. I am always so glad when I see a new video from you. You have such a peaceful, soothing, and kind demeanor and I feel so much better after listening to you. Much love from New Jersey, USA ❤️

[@zrstockholm]

Your videos are very calming. They remind me of my hometown - a quiet town in northern Serbia where I plan to retire in a few years. Our cultures and lifestyles are quite similar, and I really appreciate your humanitarian side and family stories. If you don't mind me asking, how much would it cost to purchase an apartment like this in your city?

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much for watching, my friend 💚 Hope your retirement to your hometown will bring you much peace and comfort. A one-bedroom apartment here in the area where I live cost from $34K for a decent but quite modest variant.

[@gaiagreen2690]

Novi Sad, Subotica ili...? 💚

[@zrstockholm]

@@gaiagreen2690 Bečkerek

[@gaiagreen2690]

@@zrstockholm 💖 Dobar dan! Is there still a possibility for a good life there? Living in Switzerland myself, I only hear that villages and small towns back home are deserted and dead... ☹

[@barbarahodel1624]

As beautiful as you let us participate in your life. I see how humble and simple you live and I am impressed how you deal with it. So much creativity, confidence and friendliness. Thank you very much for your inspiration and your kind charisma. Oh - how nice, I now see your art too!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being with me on this tour, dear Barbara! ❤️

[@jeannettec375]

Beautiful tour! That apartment is perfect for you. No excess--just the right size.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Jeannette! ❤️

[@AlejandraCerda]

I think it's so so interesting to follow your life. I have so many questions, although I know there are some you don't want/can answer. But something I think you can answer is - What are your thoughts on minimalism being seen as a privilege vs a choice? I come from a working class/lower middle class background and I was born and raised in Sweden (by Chilean parents). We've never been poor, but we didn't have any luxury stuff when I grew up, we lived quite normal lives but Stockholm is very segregated and I grew up partly in lower income neighborhoods that are considered to be more of a "risky"/"bad" neighborhoods - and partly in a more of a middle class neighborhood. I've always thought of my own consumption and I've done a lot of things to be minimal and mindful for climate and equality reasons. I don't want to live in a way that will affect the planet or people in a bad way - but I've always seen, for instance, my moms shopping as something that is more OK because she comes from a poor background. And just as you mentioned in one of your videos parts of my family would think that owning less would mean you are poor and see that as something bad. I would love to hear more of your thoughts on this! Lots of love!

[@anagoldberg]

Hello, Alejandra! Wow, such a great question, thank you! I'm excited to discuss it in one of the future videos now:) Sending love! ❤️

[@AlejandraCerda]

@@anagoldberg Looking forward!

[@KatieM786]

@@AlejandraCerda I really loved your comment about psychology and economics. I've often wondered along the same kind of thing. The choice to not buy, versus the necessity of things. My mum was born in England almost 5 years after the rationing ended in the 1950s and she always saves things "just in case". If you didn't think this way during the rationing, there would be a big chance you would either not have the money or ration coupons to buy it when you needed it, or it simply wouldn't be available to purchase at all because of shortages. I feel like a lot of minimalism leans a heavily on the trust of the "just in time" delivery model that the US and UK operate for their goods.

[@irishcladdagh3]

This is a very interesting conversation... I grew up dirt poor in NYC and when I got older and had the resources to buy "stuff" I went all in...buying all the things I wanted when I was younger but couldnt afford....but a little after it didnt make me feel any different...I would spend the day just LOOKING at all my stuff....many not using....and a lot of time dedicated to cleaning & rearranging....after losing many things in hurricanes I never replaced what I lost and felt better not spending my days looking or cleaning my stuff but doing other productive things in my days and I like to move often and found it was easier when my kids got older that living with less was the best life for me and the benefits that come with it $😍$😍 and I dont let other peoples opinion of my lifestyle affect me... Mist people who do are not happy in their own lives Holiday blessings to you 💚🐾

[@anagoldberg]

@@irishcladdagh3 Such an inspiring comment story, my friend! Finding your true lifestyle and sticking to it is so liberating... Love and hugs to you and your family! ❤️

[@kristelverplaetse8583]

I was just gone give up on youtube and the minimalism...but than i found this ooohhh so lovely person....thank you Anna..i like the way you talk about the things you love. Everything seems precious to you...that's true minimalism. Much love from Belgium.

[@tracys169]

Hello from Portland, OR. I followed another minimalist Russian vlogger and I got recommended this video. Nice to meet you! You have a very lovely and cozy apartment. ❤

[@diannefitting798]

I really enjoyed your video first that I have seen from you. I watch several minimalism videos, but yours has been the most "real". I appreciate that. Sending warm wishes from Milwaukee Wisconsin...

[@carolina_is_free]

Thank you for this nice little tour! I enjoy your videos very much - especially your authentic, calm & kind way of being. I really wish for you that you will be able to purchase/rent your own little apartment where you are able to decorate the interior as you like!❤️ A wonderful new year to you, dear Ana! 🕊️

[@funnymemos3056]

Hi Ana, thank you for sharing your home with us. I have a very small apartment also and I love it!

[@AwkwardStarfish7]

Loved your video tour, and the idea for the curtains too. Purple and forest green are favorite colors of mine. Your apartment is very cozy and I liked seeing your artworks and projects in progress. Also appreciated the addition of the cozy floor rugs, it gave me an idea to add one to my space too. Happy I found your channel!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much for being my guest:) You won't regret adding such floor rugs, trust me! 😘

[@mathildabootier6414]

You talk about your plants like they are people. I love it!!

[@leicalove9384]

Your painting of the raven is adorable. Love it :) Oh, and I like your cat too. Looks so cute and cuddable.

[@valerielehl9245]

You are a lovely person and I am so happy that you can live and take care of yourself doing what you love at a small cost.

[@susanl698]

I enjoyed your video. It was really relaxing to listen to you talk and show us your home. You seem so humble and down to earth and it doesn't matter if we are forced to be minimalists or choose it whole heartedly, I believe it's good for the humane race and our souls. I'm going through the process to minimalize to feel more sane therefore I really admired your attitude and how you kept "your" interests alive ... plus ... how did "my cat" get in your apartment lol !! Thank you, from Alberta, Canada🇨🇦

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, so we are cat mates 😍 Thank you for being here with me, Susan 💖

[@lisamaloof5772]

Your apartment looks lovely and very comfortable. Thank you for sharing with us. Love your channel.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being here, Lisa! ❤️

[@8gagee]

You can still put the curtains up, they go with you. Just keep the old ones. Add some colorful throw pillows to your sofa. You can hang paintings and use the removable hooks, so damage to the walls. You can still be you, Make it your own....you have a really nice apartment, I'm sure she'll let you add a couple of things, as long as they can go with you, when you leave.

[@ginaferracini9375]

Yay she puts things the way she wants to (soap) like her mother usedo ♥️. Even has a rug. Love the dried herbs hanging even art work on the wall 😀love agastas! 🌿and the New York picture wall.

[@fireflyfarmletontheeno777]

What a great space❤️! You live very well for having a small income. It can be done ☺️

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching! I'm lucky to rent this apartment from someone that I know:)

[@michaelhaywood2541]

Thanks for showing your lovely apartment. I also grew up in such a place. We were very happy there. I love the simplicity of it. Take care and God Bless.

[@sweetgrasshopper]

Thank you for letting us stop by. My favourite was the sweet black kitty💗 I liked very much that you have not one but two balconies! I too have a small balcony/sun room in my studio apartment, but my favourite is my rack in the entrance with my leather boots. They look like combat boots and remind me that I can take care of myself 😉 I am not a minimalist but I do enjoy your videos.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being so sweet, my friend! ❤️

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

Thank you very much for your honest talks. My husband and I are empty-nesters and we built a 450 sq.ft. home with one bedroom and tiny bathroom . It has forced me to become more mindful of what I own and why. I had no idea how much I would discover about myself and about the world around me by just evaluating my belongings.

[@lisawood-bradley8250]

I loved seeing your apartment and your comments about the heavy curtains resonated with me as well. I totally understand. :)

[@alicecarroll2007]

You are so neat and organized, and your English is excellent. You also have a green thumb, which means you are good with plants. A very enjoyable tour!

[@staceyangel8926]

Hi Anna, I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing your home. It's always so fun to see how people live in other parts of the world. I live in West Virginia, in the Mid-Atlantic region of the US and what I like about our home is our garden out back. I love to out there and listen to the birds and watch the butterflies. All the best, Stacey

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, Stacey, your home garden sounds like paradise! 😍 Hugs to West Virginia 🤗

[@jasenkavukelic5047]

That bed looks extra comfortable🤩 Much love to you, your channel is my safe place❤️

[@anagoldberg]

I'm so glad to have you here, my friend Jasenka! We're all creating this safe space 💚

[@annieZannie]

I like your apartment very much. It looks very comfortable. Your Kitty is adorable LOVE. The New York City wall is the best. Thank you for sharing. ♥️

[@KH-fp3pu]

Love your slow normal life, so relatable and refreshing

[@SimoneWhipp]

Thank you for the home tour Ana. I like the enclosed balcony - maybe you could grow some micro greens (to eat) out there? I would love to see your jewellery making supplies and some samples of what you have made. I went through a phase of jewellery making and may start up again! I hope you have an enjoyable time with your niece. You are a very cool Auntie. x

[@anagoldberg]

Jewelry making is such a soothing creative activity! You should resume it if you feel like it 🌼 Unfortunately, it's pretty cold on the balcony in winter, but I'll try to grow microgreens in the apartment near the windows. Hope it will work! ❤️

[@Angel-rq3pi]

You can also grow almost everything hydroponically. Tomatoes and peppers love water and sunlight :).... And, you can grown carrots and corn in a bucket :)

[@susannapeltola-toppari1062]

Nice to see your home. Thanks for showing ❤️ I love your artwork and those collages! ❤️👌

[@marilynryan7822]

Enjoying this video. Loving your hair cut 😌Looks great on you! Your apartment is warm and cozy.Thx for sharing your life with me

[@debmary2999]

I am new here and love your philosophy and creativity! Thanks for letting us see your apartment. You are obviously very artistic you talented - inspirational!! ❤️

[@sipprianaw6539]

Wow I love the simplicity of your apartment. Thank you for sharing

[@marygarrapa3537]

So nice to see an aspidistra in Siberia! You look happy in your flat. I'm glad.

[@elzbietakaczmarczyk1371]

I think it's a cery nice and cosy apartament. And I have an impression that you managed to make it personal although it's rented. I would feel great in such an interior. Thank you for showing it. It's a big inspiration for me.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Elzbieta! Sending hugs, my friend 🤗