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[@SimpleHappyZen]

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[@Arduinna4]

Ok when you first opened your drawer i thought "oh she's showing us the "after" first" and then you said "it's so cluttered" and i was like "whaaaaat?". I have to get rid A LOT of stuff. Thank you for the motivation!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahahaha 😄

[@jaimepoole640]

I thought the same thing 😂😂

[@dawn-mariesantoro9603]

I thought the same thing, too!

[@NenaLavonne]

Lol! Same!!! 😊

[@helencamargoloureiro2601]

The same!!! Hahaha

[@janetcovington6938]

I have actually made ornaments for my Christmas tree from very sentiment pins or pendants. I love hanging these bobbles on a small tree each year.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow how creative!!!

[@NenaLavonne]

Janet Covington wonderful idea!

[@Audrey.17]

What a great idea!!

[@AnaCosta-sq7lo]

Good idea!!! I have some family brooches and these will go on my Christmas tree this year!

[@aureliabergevin5761]

Hi small tips: When I put jewelry in my maybe pile because it decolourise my skin or when I don't wear it but I sentimental attachment with them. -I try to repurpose them as keyrings, home decor, put it on a zipper of a bag.... -Or a give it ( if it's in good condition) at a person I love and will wear it and love it even more than me. Love your videos you make me relax so much while si listening to you =)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks Aurelia and thanks for sharing your tips!!

[@jasminealixandranorth]

I was a jewelry addict for most of my life. And bought so many watches too! (I live in Switzerland). I wasted so much money. Ughh! No matter how much I give away or sell, there is still a big pile I’m trying to free myself of. Huge regrets for the addiction. Now I’m in my 60s and I prefer to wear no jewelry! I wear my fitbit and a simple silver bangle. Rarely, I will wear a simple diamond solitaire and some understated diamond earrings. Save your money, and don’t indulge in impulse buying!

[@barbarasylvain5060]

I recently did a second jewelry declutter and went from about 25 pairs of earrings to about 5. During this whole video, I was thinking of the items I own that have tarnished beyond help and realizing that they need to go, like so many other things I have let go recently. Thank you for sharing the history of each piece and why it does or does not serve you any longer. That helps me to be decisive about what I need to do next!

[@janinetoliver5455]

I really enjoy how you go through each item and share your thought process on why you kept it, why it may be challenging to get rid of, why your tossing it....That is so helpful for others trying to declutter (Rather than watching a video of someone on fast forward getting rid of their stuff). Thank you for your content!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much! :) That was exactly why I decided to do it like this.

[@h3artands0uLL]

This was a really thoughtful comment. Inadvertently, you reminded me to tell people what I specifically appreciate about them instead of jus saying they’re “great.” Thank you for the insight

[@schavda20]

Love this video - I have realised that most of my expensive shopping items have a very poor resale value. I have tried selling many things including expensive jewellery, clothes, even expensive bags and have got little to no money back. It just opened my eyes that I have purchased items in the past due to brand recognition and effective marketing, not because there is actual high value to these items. It has really opened my eyes and now I am very careful with my money and be mindful of marketing which can be very powerful! Thanks for this video xx

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Loved reading your story and couldn't agree more! 🤗🌷🌟

[@Aida_aj]

Cheap jewelery was one of the first thing that I decluttered. I only keep silver and gold pieces. And at the minimum. I have a small case and everything needs to fit in there or else I don't wann own it

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Love that idea! :)

[@darlenezeh8145]

I wonder if you ever considered going into people's homes and guiding them through the decluttering process? You would be great.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yeah I would really like that :D What I love about this channel though, is that with one video, I can potentially help thousands of people all over the world

[@Maat-ka-Ra]

"things not being part of my future" i like that formulation

[@SimpleHappyZen]

🤗

[@gillianm9367]

My second time watching as didn't get round to my jewellery decluttering until today ! Was shocked how much I had as it was very neatly stored away 🙄 I followed your lead and immediately discarded the discoloured costume jewellery (at least 20 items) Polished all the silver items and set 25 pieces aside to donate (11 rings, 11 necklaces, a brooch, 2 bracelets) Have kept 2 watches, 3 rings, 10 bracelets, 7 silver necklaces with pendants and 5 beaded necklaces and 5 pairs silver earrings. That is 32 pieces left though 7 of these are 'maybes' so probably end up with 25 from an original amount of 77. That is almost 70% gone !!! Incredible how our taste changes- I usually just wear my watch, silver stud earrings and occasionally a ring or bracelet. Thanks for giving me the incentive to do this Vera 🙋‍♀️🌟

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow that's amazing!! Great job and enjoy your new collection!! 🤗🌱✨

[@danielmankowski922]

The perfect hold music at 11:38.....Vera singing! 🤗🙏🇱🇺

[@SimpleHappyZen]

😂😂

[@pigletsbank437]

@@SimpleHappyZen was it from pocahontas?

[@SimpleHappyZen]

@@pigletsbank437 yes hahaha

[@pigletsbank437]

@@SimpleHappyZen hihihihihi lol used to listen to that song over and over😂

[@lakmalwimalarathne6699]

I have already gave away a lot of my jewelry to a neighbor who dearly embraced them giving me guilt for piling up in drawers and boxes for such long. Oh! So happy to empting my drawers and seeing someone else using the stuff.

[@MegDesignsCA]

Thank you!!! I just purged my entire necklace collection, probably 60, got it down to 6. I'm so pleased!!!

[@healthyhands8252]

Where did you declutter then to? Trash? Thrift? Donate to local center?

[@SimpleHappyZen]

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[@gingerninja1953]

I love buying handmade/artist designed jewelery but some of it has low quality chains and it's difficult to part with them for 2 reasons. 1. knowing someone designed that themselves and 2. how expensive they were! Buuut my style has changed through the years.. i hope I can build the courage to let these things go like you can. You just seem so freed from that consumerist mindset but not pushy at all. Your kindness and enthusiasm shines 💪✌

[@shellieholmes]

This is the motivation I need to tackle my jewellery. I definitely want to have a smaller box and for this to happen I need to downsize.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Good to hear the video helped to motivate you! Happy decluttering and let me know how it goes :)

[@shellieholmes]

Done. I’ve halved my collection, I’m sure if I do it again in a few months it will decrease more. I just need to find something to store my rings in, everything else happily fits in a smaller box.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome!!!! Congrats 😄👊🏻💖

[@milla3978]

Three rules I have when it comes to jewelry is to only keep the ones that you feel comfortable to wear, brings good memories and reflects the best version of yourself!:) Great channel!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Awesome! :)

[@muhammedtawseefnoorjawad9231]

Glad to see this new video, Vera. Our house has been going through some paint work as well as a lot of decluttering. I had hard time to let go of my old books. After selling piles ,still more are left. So, a few more days of decluttering to go! Can relate to how you felt emotional in the decluttering process of your jewelleries.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Great that you're making such progress! 🤗 Good luck with sorting through the rest and take care

[@JM-cb3yj]

This video has inspired me to become more aware of why I have kept hold of certain pieces of jewellery and assured me that it's ok to let some of those pieces go. Thank you, I now have a little amount of jewellery in my jewellery box but I'm extremely happy about it as it isn't physically and emotionally cluttered any more. For someone who is minimalistic anyway, I'm surprised how much I was hoarding there based solely on emotional attachment!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

So great that the video inspired you! :) Have a great week

[@AnjaTodorovic]

I used to have lots and lots of jewelry, most of which I never wore. I recently decluttered everything and kept only what I wear, as long as it fits in a beautiful jewelry box that my husband gifted to me. I will keep only jewelry that I can keep inside, if it ever starts overflowing again, I will declutter!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I absolutely love that 😍 my jewelry container is kind of ugly... maybe someday I'll get a pretty one

[@erickavaughn247]

I realized at a young age I started to declutter my room. Of course it wasn’t much. I was only about 11 and didn’t know about a minimalist lifestyle. But now that I’ve been decluttering for a while now I’m taking it a lot more seriously. Sadly I’m only 19 and live with my family so I’m around “junk” and “clutter” all the time. And my mom and family hold on to things I wish I could just get rid of lol

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow you've been very intentional from a young age! :) Yes I remember being into minimalism and living with my parents, just remember you'll get to do things your way when you get a place of your own :) Good luck!

[@christined2495]

Hi Vera, I was waiting for this video, I love watching jewelry declutter videos. I also feel I don’t need a lot of jewelry anymore, where in the past, I used to love to have a lot to choose from. I now really want to narrow it down to my signature pieces. I have donated 65% of what I owned, and honestly never thought of one piece since I did. Today is a perfect day to scale it down even more, since we are in quarantine, it will give me something to do. I have walked around aimlessly trying to declutter, but not much to declutter anymore, but jewelry I can...

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks for sharing Christine. Yes times are weird and challenging right now, but it can be a great time to declutter and do some spring cleaning :) Good luck and let me know how it goes!!!

[@rojanjunior1821]

It's amazing cause I've just bought a few gold jewelry and my favourite watch of all time a DW, and I was thinking of decluttering my low quality jewelry and accessories. The timing of your video is always fantastic. like always love you and your videos dearest Vera.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow thank you so much 🤗🌿 Good luck with decluttering!

[@simplesgood7694]

Thank you so much Vera. Today is theday that I will be decluttering my jewelry and I’m looking forward to it!! Thank you for the inspiration. You have a lovely way of communicating your warm personality in your video.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much 🤗⚘💖 Good luck with decluttering, let me know how it goes 👊🏻

[@dawn-mariesantoro9603]

This video came at a great time. With all this self quarantine in the world it gives us something productive but fun to do. I tried about a year ago to declutter my jewelry and did a bit BUT I still kept way too much. Jewelry from the person I was not the person I am now. You've said a few times on different videos that our styles and tastes change over the years and it's ok to let go of the things that no longer serve who we are today. That has really stuck with me and helped me to reevaluate my belongings from clothes to furniture and everything in between. So thank you! Hope you and your family are staying safe in these uncertain times. Thank you for continuing to make and post new videos. It's comforting to have some normalcy in the week.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

thanks for your kind comment Dawn-Marie, I really appreciate it 😊🌷 Glad the video is helpful too. Good luck, hope you're doing well, stay safe, sending some positive vibes 🌾

[@NenaLavonne]

Such a peaceful and fun video ♥️ Love to sort and declutter accessories! Glad you are happy and well 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Nena! :) Hope you're doing well too. 🌷 I think this week's new video would be something you're interested in btw :)

[@meernagosh7388]

I love your videos so much Vera and wait for them to pop up in my notification bar😊 I'm an ambivert= E/INTJ, a wife and a mother of three little kids I've been a minimalist for as long as I can remember( before even knowing the concept of minimalism as we know it these days) , my kids are minimalists by following, because they're living with me since they come to this world, this became their way of life, I've noticed that they like being like me as they see lots of mess and clutter in other houses and they didn't enjoy living that way Sending my kind regards from Lebanon🤗🤗

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and take care!! 🤗🤗🌟🌷

[@mbrady199]

I don't wear any jewelry except a necklace once in a while But! I love the way I have my necklaces displayed, so I keep them. A lot if my items were gifts, or hold sentimental value & I made myself a display that hangs on the wall & I love it! I did just recently declutter everything that didn't fit that display and I passed those items along to someone who could give them some love.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds great! Kind of like decorative art :)

[@RhondaRue]

This video came out at the perfect time. I was decluttering my jewelry this week and needed help deciding

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Way to go!

[@mariaziarnik6909]

You motivated me and during this time of staying home I am going to get rid of what doesn’t bring me joy.

[@gintare1664]

Hi, nice to find this video, last month I also decluder my jewelry , some off them sell on internet, some give to friend, it was hard to let go sentimental memories, but your advice to take a picture off them it - was great! thanks!🌻🌞😉Greatings from Lithuanian🤗

[@buylessandtravelmore7088]

As a teenager I used to buy silver jewelry, but I never liked the color so much. Sometimes I bought low quality pieces that were damaged in a few uses. So I decided to invest in only gold pieces and I love the golden color on my skin! Now a days I have pieces from 10... 15 or even 20 years ago and they are still in perfect condition because of their high quality 😃 so I can admit they worth the investment!

[@sarah.bea.]

A few years ago I got rid of all that cheap jewellery have gradually built a nice collection. Because gold has such a big environmental footprint I mostly stick to silver. One ‘trick’ I used is that I bought a silver and a gold chain and have several pendants or even coins I can use with them. Btw, that woven gold ring is divine!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks Sarah! :) Yes I learned about the environmental impact of gold jewelry and was shocked. Which is why I love the fact that they use recycled gold. And I know, I absolutely love that ring :D

[@dianeyoung8068]

Thanks for the video Vera. I love the green aventurine too. I am glad you kept your blue "stone" ring! That blue is so pretty. Anyway, I agree that jewelry is so hard to declutter due to price or memories attached to some pieces. I liked hearing your thought process about your decisions on each piece.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Diane! :) Yes green aventurine is so beautiful, really love it. And I love that ring too :)

[@Jayjayzee]

I love jewellery and have far too much of it. It is my weakness! Thanks for the motivation to start decluttering it. I know I will still have far too much after my first go round, but I like the idea of the 6 month "maybe" grouping. Thank you Vera!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You're very welcome Janet, glad the video inspired you and good luck with decluttering! :) Let me know how it goes

[@christiepooh]

I too have not decluttered jewelry since going minimalist. Several years ago when I learned what my allergies were, I did. Then I increased my collection with items that I’m not allergic to. Yet, don’t wear!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Maybe this video could inspire you to ponder some of your items :) Take care!!

[@amybee40]

I love having the right pair of earrings to match any outfit! But, that said, I can definitely stand to declutter.

[@ngonigriffith8856]

I declutter a lot of jewelry, but I don't wear jewelry anymore. I stopped wearing a watch about two years ago, earrings and necklaces about three years ago. I don't think I will go back to wearing jewelry again, if I do it will be my watch only, nothing else. I like living simply. Thanks for the video Vera!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sounds great! Thanks Ngoni, hope you're safe and doing well 🌷

[@ngonigriffith8856]

@@SimpleHappyZen I am doing well. Thanks for asking! Just trying to adjust to my new normal. We have a shelter in place due to the coronavirus. Just staying at home more. Hope all is well with you.

[@pavlinajanouskova653]

Thank you, Vera. Your video helped me to tackle my jewellery collection. I just jumped up and did it while watching you. I really like the calm and positive energy of your videos. 🌸 Thank you. ❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's amazing!!! Congrats on getting the job done :)

[@jewelweed6880]

I used to love digging around in the McDonald's ball pit. I would find trash, but also small change and little baubles. Once I found $20. Sneaking a couple tarnished trinkets into the ball pit might make some kid's day. Didn't matter to me if some gold tone had rubbed or flaked off. If it's not sharp and it was going in the trash... I would have been thrilled. Of course over time the baubles got trashed, but before that they had served one more purpose before going in a trash bag.

[@SunLuxSkincare]

You have so many comments you might have already had this none, but i just wanted to let you know that if you ever have a piece of jewelry you love but it’s turning your skin green or something, you can take it to the jeweler and they can dip it for you. I have saved some of my favorite pieces that way. Just a little tip, great video 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much! I did get a lot of comments but not about this haha. I actually never knew that. I'll still keep my resolution to not buy cheap jewelry though

[@yukoito2217]

Thank you, Vera, for the video. I have a coral necklace which is a keepsake from my dead grandmother. I like it, and it's good quality, but it doesn't fit me and made me feel bad for not using it. Taking a photo is a good idea. And your phrase ''what's now yours is yours" pushed me. Thank you!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I'm so glad the video was helpful for you Yuko :) Take care!

[@michellekoch1521]

Yuko Ito maybe take it to a jeweller get it restyled and longer to fit you?

[@melodymakingmelodies4896]

She own more stuff than any minimalist I’ve ever come across. We come in all forms. Keep up the growth

[@Cocobird5]

Great video. You have motivated me to de-clutter my jewelry drawer, which is full of things I never wear.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's great Sue! 🤗🌷 Good luck, let me know how it goes ✌🏻

[@NenaLavonne]

Sue Anderson me too! ♥️😊

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

Don't say you're happy because everything is alright, but be happy because while everything is complicated, you're still doing fine.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

✌🙂

[@asisqueezylovediary6474]

I did my jewelry so ofc I got rid of all fake metals stuff bc I'm allergic so I also decluttered a lot of silver rings. I have lots of earrings but they5do give me dance joy 💃

[@shannonryan2447]

Yay I love Derek! Haha and Ricky! Thanks for this video. Jewelry is so tough to declutter.. 😅

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes another fan! :)

[@jellyfish_bubbles]

I just LITERALLY decluttered my jewelery as your talking. All my jewelery is gifts but I can fit nor wear some of them. It is 1am in the morning...

[@KellyClarkD]

Oh, so that's why your channel's logo has a feather! Cool!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahahah yes exactly!! You're the first person to notice 😉

[@kellyallen9732]

I find the jewellery difficult. Still have lots to do, have done the first pass of decluttering so this is a really helpful video for me. I got rid of almost all my bangles as I don’t like wearing them, especially when working at my desk it’s so annoying for me to have it clunk on the desk.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes I'm the same way with bangles! :)

[@dipjyotimajumdar7210]

Your video has really motivated me to declutter my jewelry as well.

[@lisapotter8365]

What do most people do with the unwanted jewelry? Donation or throw away? I do find people do not buy jewelry, bags and clothes.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Preferably, if you can, I think selling them is the best thing. Or giving them for free to someone you know. That way you know they'll get a second life. And then, donating them is the next best option I think.

[@lisapotter8365]

Simple Happy Zen - Thank you for writing back

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Sure! :) Have a great day

[@Maderlololohio]

Grateful for the share of annaluisa. I usually get cheap items but looking into this brand is exciting. Be great to get some timeless good quality pieces!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I still wear my pieces every day and I still love them! :)

[@Maderlololohio]

@@SimpleHappyZen and great to gift to loved ones as well!

[@kellyallen9732]

Some of those things you could repurpose too, for example make the heart pendant from the Japan necklace into a Christmas tree decoration or a key ring. Sometimes that can be a way to reuse a sentimental item.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes I love these ideas! :)

[@angelwings1]

Watching for motivation. Struggling to let go of jewellery. Especially the ones I never use.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You can do it! :)

[@castiellagabriella6059]

Ah...the motivation much needed now that we all are having quarantine from Covid-19, it's time to declutter our lives. Thanks for a great video, Vera. Stay safe 🤗🤗

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you and you as well, take care!

[@NenaLavonne]

Castiella Gabriella yes!!!! 👏👏👏♥️😊

[@helenaeden]

Both with clothes and jewelry I usually have my go-to's but still have so much else, that I also enjoy wearing but it happens maybe once or twice a year... I have so much difficult letting go of maybe's...... But the uncomfotable clothes and discolored jewelry I will really go over again! :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Good luck!! :)

[@pigletsbank437]

The only things I own mean something I havent bought some myself for at least 7 years. first ring from my husband, an amethist engagement ring and my steel weddingring. An amethist necless I baught myself from my very first paycheck in 2002 and a turkoise one a gift from my husband last year. My father 🧔⚒made some silver jewelary for my mum sisther and me. Those mean the world to me💝 . I all were them but not at one time of course😉 so no declutter for me this time. Have a good weekend!😘

[@fknhippieschick]

Jewlery is on my list to declutter. I also have issues with cheap or certain metals coloring me green or black. Also I am really allergic to white gold. It causes my skin to bubble. But I can wear yellow gold, silver and black hills gold. I have had this issue forever. We noticed it when I was young with earrings. My ears would sore and infected really easy. Right now I have so much jewlery that I need to go through. I had a friend who made jewlery awhile back and I got a lot of her pieces that I just don't wear. Or have a lot that I can't wear.

[@discojenny88]

This is going to be hard for me to do. Not just because I have tons of jewelry, but I am holding on to my Mom's jewelry too. She passed over a month ago and each piece has different memories of her. Thank you for this video 💖

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I'm so sorry for your loss. 🌷 If I may offer some advice, when it comes to items from loved ones who have passed, I think it's okay to wait and not have to sort through their items when you're still very much in the grieving process. I think at some point you might feel more ready. Take care my friend

[@angelwings1]

Keep them in a memory box? x

[@damattice23]

Wonderful advice. I only buy sterling silver or natural material jewelry.

[@petitsjoujoux5011]

I was thinking of buying this simple rose gold heart necklace and your video came up! Perfect time!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Glad the timing was perfect! :D

[@hemant0088]

Always great to see you ❤😍. Lots of Love ❤😘😘

[@SimpleHappyZen]

✌🙂

[@ivelysfuentes2471]

I decluttered a lot of my jewelry but I need to declutter some more because I'm not even using half of the stuff I kept. I think I'm going to declutter all of it except my Pandora jewelry thanks again for the motivation

[@lorrainewilliams4391]

Hi Vera. Thank you so much for this video. This will definitely help me declutter my jewelry, been meaning to do it for so long but now am very encouraged to do it and stop procrastinating. Warm greetings from South Africa.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yay that's awesome!! Good luck and let me know how it goes 🤗🌟

[@lorrainewilliams4391]

@@SimpleHappyZen Will do

[@PrincessofErised]

I wear only sterling silver which does not tarnish, however, silver can tarnish and needs a polish from time to time. Hence the saying, polish the silver. Diamonds and gold also need to be cleaned sometimes, so it is not necessarily a sign of poor quality.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

No absolutely, I didn't clearly mention in the video but I also take time to clean and polish my jewelry. With some of them it really works, with others unfortunately not

[@moniquebutler8572]

Hello! I started giving jewelry away about a year or more ago. I'm going to limit my number of pieces to more simple ones and keep only those that I will wear. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's amazing! :)

[@marianaberdnikova2134]

My jewelry collection is too big for me even after decluttering. So I decided to put away some pieces to wear them only in summer. That was the only way to downsize it for now 🤦‍♀️ And in summer I’m going to put away my “winter” pieces.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Ah just like with wardrobe pieces! 😄

[@jahaneranoor4496]

I love this video. Thank you so much! You are hugely inspirational 🥰xx

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you so much :)

[@susanoconnor9805]

What an inspirational video! I need to be “inspired” by jewelry now for the piece to stay. I was waiting for this video and now that it’s here, I am all set to start. Thank you again. 🇨🇦

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Amazing Susan! Thanks and good luck!!! Let me know how it goes :)

[@susanoconnor9805]

Simple Happy Zen I am enjoying my slow but sure process and some good memories when I handle a piece and make a decision. One old pearl necklace actually broke so I decided to take all the “pearls” , in a little bag, to our local library to add to their craft box for children’s activities. A feel good decision.

[@lindam7518]

Well thought out. Good work. I also like the idea of a maybe pile. I have very few pieces for myself. One pair diamond stud earrings, wedding band, birthstone ring.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Linda :) Hope you're safe and doing well 🤗

[@marijaiskra7247]

Love this video and you :) On top of the coronavirus, we also had a scary earthquake yesterday here in Zagreb (Croatia). I literally need your videos and similar ones to stay mentally and emotionally normal. Thank you for everything you do, I hope all of us will be better soon. Hugs from Zagreb

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you Marija and oh that sounds very scary 😖 Hope you're safe and doing well. I'm glad my videos have been helpful for you during this time. Sending you some positive vibes, take care!

[@marijaiskra7247]

@@SimpleHappyZen Thank you very much :)

[@jaimebenson6102]

I always LOVE your videos! My goodness, I wish I had your complexion too! You are such a lovely soul.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Aw thank you Jaime :) That's kind of you to say. Have a great week

[@unknown_passerby]

Hi Vera, I always enjoy your videos - I need to declatter jewelry too:). I belive that the beautiful bracelet you bought at a Japanese temple is called Juzu. Juzu is used when praying. I hope Juzu will bring you good luck!😃

[@fabulouslifeinchrist1349]

Vintage costume jewelry is way better than 99 percent of costume jewelry they make now

[@Alison-rw5fd]

I love your videos, it is enlightening and wonderful, I start decluttering since I watch your videos from last week, I appreciate your attitude and your great presentation on your videos 😘 Keep it up, Vera

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Ali and good luck with your decluttering!

[@Alison-rw5fd]

@@SimpleHappyZen for xmas/birthday cards, may I seek your advice on how to declutter ?

[@frockinj]

@@Alison-rw5fd I used to keep every greeting card. Special/family Christmas cards can be kept and for others use some front designs for craft or card making, and donate or recycle the rest. Older cards can be gone through every so often and any that you don’t recognise the sender names can be let go. You can always take photos or scan cards to digitise them, or frame really interesting antique or pretty designs . If elderly relatives stop sending cards you can put out cards they sent previously :)

[@deshneesingh1614]

Thank you for this video, Vera. I've been wanting to declutter my jewellery for a while now but keep holding onto them for sentimental reasons. But tomorrow I'll be definitely getting rid of them.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I know exactly what's that like 😄 Good luck with decluttering, let me know how it goes ✌🏻🌷

[@wandahosea7803]

Your clutter is minimal! Very good points you shared.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Wanda :)

[@lucytitus2183]

Vera, thank you for this video. I just want to own pieces that I love and let go of the rest. I have pieces that were gifts and I am ready to let go of them. You have helped me a lot in letting go of gift items and being more intentional. I appreciate you!😘

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Wow thanks Lucy! That's amazing. :) Take care and stay safe!

[@refinedsimplicity8420]

Hi Vera, Just a idea - make a key chain of the pendant from Japan that you are not sure of. That way you can save the pendant if you are not wearing it as a necklace.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yeah I can't believe I didn't think of that 😄 Someone else commented it too. Great idea. Have a wonderful day, hope you're doing well

[@refinedsimplicity8420]

@@SimpleHappyZen - I think because when you were holding it up to show us ,it looked like a keychain a little bit. Hope you are staying well. I have visited the Netherlands once and loved it !!!!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's awesome! 😄

[@larajamokha2274]

I decluttered my jewelry few days ago and going to donate them. I decided just to keep the gold and silver jewelry because the other metals going to turn their color no matter what. The only problem I have is my watches I only use Apple Watch but I can't let go of the other watches!! anyways my advice is to invest in few original pieces of jewelry instead of the cheap ones they'll last forever. thank you Vera I love the video.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Couldn't agree more 😄 Thanks Lara, hope you're doing well ✌🏻🌿🌷

[@larajamokha2274]

@@SimpleHappyZen I'm trying and getting there with your help thanks

[@graysthenewblonde177]

I used to buy cheaper jewelry and have learned the same lesson as you that it discolored very easily so I will buy higher quality jewelry from now on that will last. I have decluttered my jewelry before and donated some items and gave other items to friends.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yeah it's such a waste.... lesson learned 😄🤗🌷

[@graysthenewblonde177]

Simple Happy Zen definitely!😄

[@khushighosh6380]

This video really motivates me to declutter my jewellery which i was thinking for a while

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's awesome! Good luck 🤗🌿

[@deepukt2472]

I am addicted to your videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@SimpleHappyZen]

🤗

[@Sunny99926]

“Derek” is such a lovely show

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes! :)

[@frosinatasevska9821]

This is definitely the hardest category to declutter for me. I divided everything in piles and it turned out there were two piles- yes and maybe😩 I have to be stronger for this. I'll try it again soon 😕

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hahaha it was like that for me the first time too. You could also try thinking of a specific number of jewelry items you'd like to end up with, and then pick your favorites to match that number and get rid of the rest. Good luck!

[@gitouttamycage9221]

I have several necklaces and rings I haven't parted with bc I paid good money for them and they're beautiful. They are all genuine crystals so they hold special meaning to me. I have them hanging on a pretty thingy on my closet wall so every day I get dressed, I see them and am reminded that I haven't let go of them. Will anyone ever love them as much as they deserve??????

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Hi Kristi. :) Maybe ask yourself, are they happy living there? If so, it's no problem for you to hang onto them, at least for now :)

[@nataschavoll6449]

Hi Vera, I love your videos. Thanks for all you do. You are an inspiration. I have watched many of your videos and have been decluttering. I am taking the things I have left, including jewellery and noticing what I wear and what I don't. I have placed what I wear in one drawer and am being mindful for what I wear and how and why. I am hoping that it will give me the same understanding as you have of which items to keep and which to declutter. I think this helps me a lot and gives me the structure I need to declutter what is left that I am not sure about. Veel liefte :)

[@SimpleHappyZen]

That's so sweet Natascha, thank you and thank you for including me in your decluttering journey!! 🤗💖

[@nataschavoll6449]

@@SimpleHappyZen Hi again, Vera. I just signed up for your "in love with your life" course. Although I have wanted to do it for a while, I was not sure that I would have the focus to do it and complete it. I have a very big job at the moment and am responsible for a great deal at work and with my family. The current climate of social distancing has spurred me on to take advantage of this opportunity and to go for it. I can't wait to get started. Thanks for creating this course. I WILL finish the course and have set my intention to get the most out of it. Much love!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Oh my, that's so amazing Natascha!!! Welcome, I'm so happy to have you in the program 🤗🌷🌟 Feel free to reach out to me whenever you need help with something. Sending you positive vibes

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hi Vera I really like the pieces that you are keeping. I have got rid of a lot of my jewelry. I have a few favorites I wear all the time.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much! :) And yes isn't it great to only own the ones you're wearing a lot

[@sarahthatcher123]

I am struggling with getting rid of a lot of my jewellery. I have been able to get rid of some. The items I'm having difficulty getting rid of I have worn and loved a lot ...the problems is my style has changed quite drastically since I started minimalism. I used to love huge earrings and lots of rings and statement necklaces but all in a very 'natural' or boho style. Now I only like one simple, small necklace and very small earrings. What I am concerned about is that I am 'unconsciously ' following trends....a short time ago 'boho' was very 'in' and that was my style and now simple, small necklaces are 'in' and huge jewelry is generally not in style so much " So I have quite a few big, boho necklaces and earrings that I love but are not my 'current style'....I think....or the issue might be that I do have quite a different style in the summer versus the winter. 'Boho' style in a Canadian winter just doesn't work or look 'normal'. Last summer though I had already started my minimalist journey and I mostly only wore tiny, simple necklaces and none of the big statements ones. The items I have are so unique and 'special' ( most not very expensive) I am concerned that the boho, big necklace trend will come back, or I'll just decide I want to go big, and chunky again and I will have gotten rid of my very unique and special items. This summer maybe if I do not wear them again...hopefully I can get rid of a few more of the least special ones.

[@taliateah]

How do you deal with heirloom jewellery? I seem to be able to pair down everything except that. 😥

[@SimpleHappyZen]

This video might be helpful, if you view heirloom items as sentimental items: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXKpZqd-Zqlgpqs

[@tinekejoldersma]

I seldom wear jewelry. My job didn't allow wearing and now I forget it all the time. Sometimes an occasion like a graduation, X mas or a special birthday makes me wear it. All items are special, heritage and gifted. It's a very small collection as I don't buy jewelry. What isn't needed anymore is repurposed into stitch markers, key chains or art. Even my cats play with one of the items which hangs down a ribbon for them to play with. I love to gift special items too, the girlfriends of my sons, special people.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I love the idea of repurposing them 😄💖

[@geecee1756]

Thanks for another great video, Very. I really needed this today- something purposeful but also a bit more frivolous!! 😀 Really looking forward to next week's collboration and can't wait to see who it is! I love Sarah from Abundantly Minimal so am hoping it might be another one with her! Have a great evening. x

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thank you so much Gee Cee! :) It's not Sarah this time but we're friends so we'll definitely collab again in the future :)

[@mst675]

I LOVED the series "Derek" also!!! I wish it would come back!

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Yes I know!!! Did you also see Afterlife?

[@mst675]

@@SimpleHappyZen No. I will check it out

[@SimpleHappyZen]

I can really recommend it :)

[@Lemon1705]

I still have to declutter my jewelry and I’m dreading it 😩😂

[@SimpleHappyZen]

You can do it! ✌🏻 And remember, you can always do it in steps

[@Mandiisstingsandthings]

I have 2 big jewelry boxes a lot of it is from high school.. I feel guilty getting rid of them 😭 but I’m going to try because I don’t even wear any jewelry.

[@SimpleHappyZen]

There's no need for guilt 🤗⚘ It's your home and your life, you can decide which items will serve you from now on

[@helenadracula]

Good evening, Vera ❤ I very enjoyed this video, you are so minimalist in the jewelry! 👍 I also want to declutter most of my jewelry stuff, but I recently moved to the Netherlands and don’t have friends here to who I could donate these things. And also I have some things that are not in good quality anymore. Can you please suggest where to declutter such things here? Thank you! 🙏

[@theresew9910]

Hi Vera thank you for the motivation I sooo need a jewellery declutter?? I unfortunately have an awful lot more than you do so it will take time but I’m ready to let some go now, I definitely wear a lot less jewellery in the summer so the timing is perfect ❤️ i also like the idea of a draw for jewellery so I can donate my jewellery boxes also ! looking forward to next weeks collaboration lovely voice by the way 😊

[@SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks so much Therese :D So happy the video inspired you!! Take babysteps, you'll get there :) Good luck with it and let me know how it goes :D

[@theresew9910]

Simple Happy Zen thank you done a bit already will let you know 😀