minimalist habits that changed my life

I never thought that buying less and reducing clutter could change my life in so many ways, even for my mental health and regular day to day life.
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[@Teasy_32]

... and living with a chosen minimum is so good for an autistic person. Since I now, I am, I clear my space and step by step I feel my personal growth and improvement. I like your beautiful video. Nature is so powerful 🥰 Beautifully carved out the advantages.

[@beverlyness7954]

I loved seeing your beautiful surroundings. Thank you for sharing them and yourself with us. There's a chance our materialism and fast paced life is leading to so much mental health disorder and crisis. Seeing someone as young as you are, finding a way out is fabulous. I really appreciate your videos.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much! We're very lucky to be house sitting on this property! Yes, I agree. I feel lucky I can remember a life without a smartphone, and I worry about the younger generation too.

[@shahlabadel8628]

thanks for reminding us that , there is more to life than buying! and accumulating things.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you

[@roberthilliard4833]

A beautiful, thought provoking and helpful video, with a powerful message for anyone who wants to hear. Thank you

[@SagaJohanna]

Oh thank you so so much!

[@linguafranque]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this video. Thank you, Saga, for sharing your ideas here. Your earlier suggestion to stop buying has been one of the most influential things for me in the last year. Thanks to you, I started a no-buy-year one year ago and have just completed it. Though I was already aiming for minimalism before that, it was too easy to fall into what I call the "spark joy trap": looking at what I own, wondering if it "sparks joy" and then 'decluttering' it and getting a "better" equivalent! A vicious cycle. Not buying, wherever possible, is a much more peaceful way to live! Some of my favourite ideas from this video: (a) when we're minimalist, we can't rely on things to tell the story of who we are; (b) there's a deep sense of freedom in owning less; it allows us to change and move more freely; (c) getting rid of things is easy; not replacing things is where it becomes more difficult. So true. Thank you, Saga!

[@SagaJohanna]

Oh wow, thank you so much! And that makes me so extremely happy to hear!!! I completely agree with you, and I love the “spark joy trap”! That’s exactly how I felt in the beginning of my journey. Thinking if I “declutter” some random items I can buy a new “better” item!

[@paulkinzer7661]

So wise and gentle! Your words reflect well who you are, from all the videos I've watched of you. The life with less stuff is a clear win-win situation. A win for us personally, in lots of ways, as you describe here, but also for the world and all the living things in it, as you also explain. The only loss is to the unsustainable capitalist worldview that only through 'growth' can we stay functional, where growth ultimately leads to our own destruction. You change the world by expressing your wisdom. Thanks for that!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so so much ❤ I'm so grateful for your comment and can only hope to inspire. I'm glad you liked it!

[@mikemetague7973]

I so much agree with you, "Not buying." ...To 'spend away' bolsters that sense of entitlement, which, I feel, is a major destructive attitude. Thank you, so much!

[@SagaJohanna]

Yes, I agree. Perfectly worded! :) Thank you for watching

[@EnzoMakomet-hp2dv]

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[@EnzoMakomet-hp2dv]

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[@gerardsparke7835]

So true, Saga. You are wise beyond your years.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much ❤❤

[@guilhermeschuabb4537]

Nice apples and pears. And beautiful lavender bouquet. So simple and yet so perfect

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you :)

[@PhilKelley]

Thank you for this beautiful video. It made me smile and laugh, especially when you fed the fruit to the animals. I am currently re-reading a book, How the News Makes Us Dumb. You described something mentioned in this book, and that is the pressure the News puts on us to try to be a certain kind of person, to find satisfaction in buying things, to worry, and to be unsatisfied with ourselves and our surroundings. That is not the fault of the News - it is out fault. They are just trying to sell us a product. We don't have to buy or consume it. We need to take the steps you mentioned, and that should apply to what we read, watch, and listen to. Also, you gave some excellent positive steps to take. Just being still and quiet is one that I have been practicing lately.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so so much! And thank you for sharing. I stopped reading the news when I was 17, at the advice of the best therapist I've ever had. I haven't read them on a regular basis since, and I find it one of the most important changes I've done in my life to keep my peace and happiness!

[@JeanVoronkova]

hey hey! love this video - everything about it, in fact your opening visuals reminded me of a nostalgic sound of music ... loved it... n your voice is so soothing. It's very brave to make slower videos, and i think u're doing such a good job of it. Ur apple jam looks so yummy BTW haha! thank you for these 8 minutes of calm. love it. More of this please! n kissies for ur doggy!

[@SagaJohanna]

Haha thank you soo much

[@jasminealixandranorth]

Loved this video! One of your best. Enhanced by the beautiful surroundings and our 4 legged friends!! 🙏

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much!

[@pawcatsfly]

Very beautiful video and so true of the beauty of the simple life ....How rich and peaceful

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you! :)

[@pawcatsfly]

@@SagaJohanna you are welcome. ❤️ I just recently found your videos and I'm enjoying your work at simplifying life, getting to the heart of the matter and sharing the beautiful life you are creating. Thank you.

[@LowerTheBoom]

0:46 How interesting, those are tulip poplar leaves (Liriodendron tulipifera) you're walking through on the ground. And that is a nice-sized tulip poplar tree at 4:28 . Tulip poplars are native to eastern North America, they're one of my favorite trees. I guess I shouldn't be too surprised to see one, since the Kiwis are known to have brought a lot of different plants and animals with them to New Zealand, but it was just fun to see one like that all of a sudden in your video! 😊 🌳

[@SagaJohanna]

Oh thank you! ❤ And very interesting to hear! Yes, and now I'm in the South Island where the winter season is much closer to that of Sweden so it's my first time seeing brown leaves which makes me feel so happy :) North Island has mainly evergreens!

[@Jonty_and_Chantal]

What a beautiful video! You are wise beyond your years.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you :)

[@arianebodin4903]

Your way of thinking is very inspiring and so true, thank you 🌿

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you ❤️

[@lilakaliene]

Loved this video. You were definitely speaking to me. I am starting to let go of 'things' I thought I needed. The clutter has caused anxiety and a sense of heaviness. I am decluttering and looking forward to having less.

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you! That's so great to hear.

[@intrepidnomads]

Beautiful video Saga! It put me in a relaxation mode and made me seriously consider removing clutter out of my life... Thank you! P.s. You are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place... So much nature. I miss that!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much! I wish! We’re only house sitting, but it’s beautiful 🌹

[@antib_reader]

I found your channel through your video on childfree lifestyle ❤❤❤

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much ❤❤

[@veggirl1964]

You always seem to make the exact videos I need to see at any given time. Thank you!

[@SagaJohanna]

Oh thank you :)

[@adrianr650]

Wow Autumn for you and Spring for us. Yes I liked your video the scenes and the timing of your voice and minimalism for all to consider. Moving house helps as you have to get rid of stuff but we have not done that for a long time. Coronation day in UK that's not very minimalist but our King does care for the environment.

[@SagaJohanna]

Isn't it crazy?! I wish I was taught that in school! Thank you so much Adrian :) Yes, moving does help, and I can understand how years does accumulate. Maybe time for a spring clean?

[@iljazwiers1759]

What a great video! I love it!

[@SagaJohanna]

Aw thank you ❤️

[@rachelmarrion]

Very simple yet deep ❤

[@user-zm9rv6xs5o]

Thank you for sharing this piece of your life and heart. It is incredibly refreshing to have this opportunity to see the life you've developed for yourself and to feel motivated by it. I am inspired! Looking forward to your next video :)

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much :)

[@markdecruz6416]

Your best video. Thank you

[@enchanted222]

This video is perfect and I love your reflections on your journey. The girl done good! 🙏⭐️🌻

[@SagaJohanna]

Aw thank you so much ❤❤

[@sagaesedinrojo6783]

So beautifully said ❤

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you ☺️

[@liamodonovan6610]

You havw such a sweet beautiful innocent voice you are are a beautiful loving lovable person you are a beautiful person inside and out

[@SagaJohanna]

That is so kind. ❤❤ Thank you!

[@richfiftyfour]

I liked this video a lot-thank you - I want to comment on the word minimalism (firstly it's really just an awareness and response to too much maximalism in our lives) as you're showing hear it fosters perhaps a more gentle life-and circles back to you/me/us without the constant distractions- "what do we need to make us happy?" what is the correct amount? -when buying things there will always be the next thing needed

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much! Yes, I agree. I think questions are the answers to most things. Asking questions always makes us smarter, and hopefully we can realize that buying things is a never ending cycle!

[@rachelmarrion]

This is really helpful honest n practical ; thx

[@YorkshireGirlinDarwin]

Thank you ❤

[@basedundernorthernlights3205]

Saga, this is such a beautyful video!

[@SagaJohanna]

Wow thank you!

[@GringoAzteco]

There is a big difference between needs and wants, but this dichotomy can be inversive: For example, I don’t really need a private island estate in the Bahamas 🇧🇸 to be happy , but I certainly wouldn’t mind having one either 😎.

[@SagaJohanna]

Well then we’ll have to start talking about ethics 😉

[@NataliaCopeland]

Wonderful and deep!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you ❤️

[@NataliaCopeland]

@@SagaJohanna that's probably the first time in my life I heard that clothes do not define us or express much about us and I'm still pondering it... It's so true. The body positivity movement is out there, but it still much within the consumerist current (and often misused by the large corporations). The fashion industry is too strong to allow the messages of not caring about what you're wearing to be widespread.

[@SagaJohanna]

@@NataliaCopeland Yes, I completely agree. It's something recent for me to, but something that feels very true to me. Although I love beauty in all aspects of my life, I don't want beauty to come at the price of consumerism. And completely agree on the fashion industry. I read a great article re "plus size" and why overweightness is becoming just as popular as super skinny models. The writer spoke about how it was extreme and that is great marketing, despite the average woman being size 10. Why don't we see size 10 models? Because it doesn't sell! So important to remember that they're just trying to sell products.

[@paigeajamieson]

Beautiful video!

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you! ❤❤❤❤

[@valorielynwhitman8531]

You have such a wonderful way with the words of your thoughts. Truly a beautiful way to look at your life. ❤ The way that minimalism has supported your mental and physical health, and well-being. We are going into summer here. 92° F today, so it was very quieting to see your fall colors, fruits and puppy. I will be cooking up the last of my last season apples tomorrow. I think apple butter, a thick cooked apple sauce with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg used like a jam. My grandmother used a lot of sugar making her apple butter, but I like the simpler way leaving the sweetness and tartness of the apples to shine. Thank you for a lovely visit with you my dearest. Your 🇺🇲Grandma. ❤

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you so much ❤ Oh I've always heard of "apple butter", but never tried it. Do you put it on bread? Sounds lovely. I'll have to try making it! ❤

[@valorielynwhitman8531]

@@SagaJohanna Yes, it is used like jam, putting it on bread, toast, English muffin, ect. It is simple to make, but requires a ton of "stirring" as it scorches to the pan easily as it becomes thick. I'm sure there are a number of recipes on KZbin or on internet. If not, let me know and I will send one.

[@amychen2504]

[@SagaJohanna]

Aren't they? They're called Cinnamon, Hercules and Layla

[@JohnPaul-158]

God morgon! Thank you for sharing this. Anyone can see it is from the heart! Great views of the hills and such. Yes, it is weird to see it "fall" there! haha. Enjoy your week!

[@SagaJohanna]

Godkväll! Thank you so much! It is super weird, I can't wait for snow haha!

[@JohnPaul-158]

@@SagaJohanna THEY get snow there? wow!

[@SagaJohanna]

@@JohnPaul-158 Yes!! i think in June!

[@JohnPaul-158]

@@SagaJohanna 🤣😆 That is weird! haha

[@jamesdeguzman6935]

Watching from philippines😊

[@SagaJohanna]

Hope you're having a wonderful day! :)

[@lindamacrae342]

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[@SagaJohanna]

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[@naomisandoz3448]

nice video

[@SagaJohanna]

Thank you :)

[@devdroid9606]

Today, I gave away an old computer that I got working with Linux, to someone who didn't have one. Now less stuff hanging around and it is going to be used, rather than being taken apart for scrap (if that).

[@SagaJohanna]

That is so great to hear! And yes, if that! :) Today I sold a vintage dress I've never worn!

[@danarojak1505]

You are very fortunate to be able to live in such a beautiful place. Being able to enjoy the good things in life is, sadly, a luxury. Where I am, to purchase land, to care for animals, to own a home, are all painfully out of reach - would require a great deal of wealth to acquire.

[@SagaJohanna]

It is indeed! Although I do not live here. I am house sitting this property whilst the owners are sailing for 3 months, and they do for sure live in luxury. In New Zealand we could not afford a home, so a van it is! :)

[@MissDaR81]

@@SagaJohanna I house and pet sit too! 😄 Well, I suppose we can each be thankful for the temporary ability to enjoy an ideal life.

[@SagaJohanna]

@@MissDaR81 Oh how cool! In what country? Haha yes :)

[@MissDaR81]

@@SagaJohanna I’m in America, but I’m afraid New Zealand has us beat! I just looked up the average cost of housing! 😳 We’ll all have to find alternative forms of housing! 😂

[@SagaJohanna]

@@MissDaR81 😂 Yes! It's not good here at all lol!

[@shaunnarochelle]

I feel like this persepctive is left out too much in the minimalist conversation. it becomes too much about "you will spend all your time cleaning and fixing things if you are not a minimalist so you should have a 10 item wardrobe" which doesn't apply to all anyway - you can have alot of stuff and not necessarily clean more or break your things more often, so it's not really a motivating reason to be minimalist in my mind. I like how you spoke more about what living in a constant state of desire is doing to our mental health. how it goes against the free and fluid way we could be living.

[@SagaJohanna]

I agree. I think we can be minimalist maximalists. A lot of people can curate beautiful homes , and I've visited many of them, and be the most ethical by being responsible, using second hand and being thrifty. I like how you said it, yes, the desire I find one of the main things that has helped me with my mental health. Minimalism, or rather not shopping - not reaching, is helping me find space to soothe myself instead of shopping.

[@JB-mz3eo]

This is a lovely educational video, thank you. Have you heard of a Swedish woman called Monica Sjoo? I knew her peronally, she lived in my city but passed in 2005. She was a Goddess artist and very inspiring poitical activist and writer. I highly recommend checking her out if you haven't already come across her.

[@SagaJohanna]

Oh thank you! And thanks for the tip! I just googled her, never heard of her, but saw she was an ecofeminist which is one of my favorite branches of feminism. I will for sure learn more!

[@JB-mz3eo]

@@SagaJohanna She wrote some great books, New age and armageddon and The Great Cosmc Mother with Barbara Moore.

[@Creative-child]

hi i like your videos so much can i ask you a question what are you doing u and your husband for living and is money you earn enough for living and how many hours you work and thank you very much

[@SagaJohanna]

We both work part time as freelancers. My husband does data entry and I do writing and translating. We earn between $1000 NZD - $4000 a month depending on how much we work and if there is work from our clients!

[@Creative-child]

@@SagaJohanna Thank you very much for kindness

[@Creative-child]

@@SagaJohanna i wish you have happy life and get all you wish .you and your husband

[@SagaJohanna]

@@Creative-child Thank you

[@Creative-child]

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