7 things I've learned from 7 years of minimalism

[@simplybychristine]

Hope you all enjoy today's video! Here are some timestamps if you'd like to jump to a particular section: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Trends 02:06 The wrong intention 03:15 Decluttering 04:19 Living a sustainable lifestyle 05:35 Relationships and experiences 06:34 Be patient with loved ones 07:43 Minimalism does not define me or you

[@zelmagarza6146]

Oh yes... love the cookies, yummy 😋

[@creativecorner4715]

More learning and more love ❤️

[@thalfis0.693xclearancebyVd]

Last one💕

[@jd9720]

Let's be honest, a huge advantage to minimalism is the financial side of it, no debt, more freedom, more money left at the end of the month.

[@nicola6234]

The freedom is the best part of it. My family lives minimally, which allows me to work very little and spend a lot of time with my son. The mental burden this has taken off me is immense, I am so grateful to have this lifestyle.

[@elizabethbrundagemediajour150]

So true !

[@scminor99]

One lesson I've learned is that minimalism looks different for everyone and everyone is one their own journey. Meaning, you shouldn't beat yourself up or feel discouraged if you're not at the same point in your journal as someone else. Don't compare yourself and do your best!

[@simplybychristine]

Absolutely!

[@SpiralBreeze]

I love how you talked about minimalism not being the only thing the defines you. I think that’s the issue with KZbin channels is that they only show the one side of the human, even though you are a multifaceted person!

[@simplybychristine]

Absolutely! (:

[@rdoodoo2021]

"The greatest wealth is to live content with little." Plato

[@suegreenland5989]

Contentment is the ever lasting treasure.

[@mariahsmom9457]

Minimizing my things helped me clarify my values and future plans, ignore a lot of negativity, and be calmer.

[@vani8322]

It's true 🙏.from.india

[@dinni3318]

I started being a minimalist when I was 20 yo and it saves me a lot of money but also showed me that minimalism is not (only) to have less things but (also) to just keep what I need and use.

[@russellkharkongor7843]

Its amazing that you have been practicing minimalism for 7 years. Your life looks so free of clutter . I just started with minimalism and hope to see my life as clutter free as yours.

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Russell! It's not perfect all the time - we have our messy moments too, haha (: Step by step though and it'll come in time!

[@LA-lq1zf]

My grandmother and grandfather and their entire community in their Ranch in Mexico have been living minimalism their entire lives. Everything is organic which I believe is why people out there live longer years. My grandma has had the same pair of scissors and same pots and needles as when my mom was a baby.

[@marthahubbard9463]

I work for a lot of different people. I look and see all their beautiful things and comment on how lovely their homes are, yet it’s overwhelming for me to be surrounded by so many things. Many were surprised that I became a minimalist about ten years ago. They are curious but they say they can’t part with any of their things. My house looks boring to most. But it’s a calming place to come home to.

[@anng.r.687]

I’ve learned that I have a L O N G way to go. I look to you and other minimalists to keep reinforcing that mindset and to keep me on track when the FOMO makes me want to surf the web for new clothing purchases. Clothing shopping has been a hobby and a way to fill time. Seeing others living simply helps reinforce that perspective that we have enough and to appreciate and utilize what we already have.

[@simplybychristine]

Step by step! You're doing great! (:

[@ma.christytion9241]

Im still trying to practice minimalism in our life and noticed that I spend less & less time now trying to organize our home. Thank you for this video

[@B-Rad666]

Love the glass desk, its like its not even there.

[@joycedigal9689]

This year, I decided to start a minimalistic lifestyle. More than working on my personal finances and letting go of things I no longer see myself using in the next couple of months, it made me realize how much non-essential things I own. Who are at their 20s who are working on themselves this year?

[@FiveEighteenBlog]

Its definitely a process, but the strong motivation keeps me on track. One step at a time.

[@karenjeansantos]

I believe that your minimalism is a by product of you being content in the Lord.. you bless me Christine in many ways. I realized that im being covetous which turns me to acquire things.. but God is full of mercy and grace that He brings influences in our lives... and that influence is you in my life.. thank you very much for this meaningful content.

[@simplybychristine]

Of course Karen! Thanks so much for sharing. God is so good and cares so much for us as he does the beautiful lilies of the field (:

[@Sunshine4]

Wow, this is a word for me. Thank you!

[@priscillajimenez27]

Amen!

[@thehomemakersblog23]

Minimalism really helped me to work through a lot of mental clutter that I didn't even realise I had. I can know live and think with so much more clarity and enjoy my hobbies and passions because I can devote time to them that I previously gave to maintaining my stuff. I can now spend a whole afternoon reading, baking or writing on my blog and it's amazing! Thank you for your video.

[@DearDebt]

Your space...your videos....they are so peaceful and calming. Definitely motivating me to continue decluttering my home and simplifying as much as possible!

[@zelmagarza6146]

Thank you for keeping it simple and very easy to follow 😊

[@mez31]

I absolutely loved this video 🥰 I’m just starting on my minimalist journey and have come across your channel!! Thank you so much for inspiring me and making me see that it can bring so much peace and calm to my soul 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you so much Mary! Happy to have you here (:

[@mez31]

@@simplybychristine 🙏🏼♥️

[@angelina061993]

see this video out of nowhere. You got me when you share that you are in the ministry too. Love that part! Keep inspiring, Christine!

[@UpasanaDevchoudhury]

I feel minimalism can mean different things to different people and there is definitely not a single way to adopt minimalism into our lives. What helps is to find out what really serves us and what not and lead in this lifestyle in a more intuitive way :) I like how you try to portray that in your videos :)

[@NinaHMartin]

This is my first video of yours, I love it and I love your style, thankyou- can't wait to see more!

[@MarvinJamesCho]

Hi Christine, thanks for sharing this! I wish you a happy life. 💛

[@senzaliving928]

I've learned that minimalism will look different for everyone. I've had comments on my minimalism videos that I'm not a true minimalist, that I just have less stuff. I think we should be less concerned about the number of items we own and more focused on how we use these items, how often we welcome more items into our homes and, as you astutely mentioned, how we declutter the items that no longer serve us. xo, Enza

[@sophiayuna]

YES THIS. agreed

[@jessie9653]

Exactly ☺️

[@judyonzen]

thank you for sharing these 7 points of true experience. i find them insightful and honest. i went for many rounds of decluttering thru time...listening to my body, heart, surroundings, and yes, even the things...i thank them before find them new homes.

[@xaznxb01x]

my favorite video so far! excellent footage, audio and message...and that apron is pretty rad.

[@drsteviejasengnsangma8739]

I am so very much happy for you and your husband for being a born again Christian, rightfully following minimalism yet not fully focussing on it but what makes us happy at the end of the day. May God continue bless to two

[@kerrycourtney8231]

I love this particular video, Christine. Thank you.

[@mscktt]

After years as a natural minimalist I realized the more I have the more bothered I become. I would have decors on the wall (THE LEAST YOU COULD IMAGINE) and sometimes looking at them makes me want to take them down and just stare at a blank wall. Lol, my husband says I live like I'm in jail. 😅 But I tell him, the less I have the more space I have to be stress-free.

[@herewegrow7038]

Me and my husband had to start minimalism. There was one time he was like I DONT HAVE SHIRTS TO WEAR! I counted all his shirts that night and counted 74 shirts and 8 pants. I told him afterwards, he was very disappointed with himself. We started to sort out his clothes, sold some and then donated most. Now he has 15 shirts and is very happy with it. He gets to wear all of them in 2 weeks (just in time for laundry) and we have so much closet space! IT is the way to go

[@mollyella5548]

Thank you for this, been trying to gradually more live a minimalist lifestyle in an attempt to improve my mental health and this video made the whole minimalism thing seem less of a big tidy up and more of a lifestyle change.

[@jessie9653]

It has greatly improved my anxiety. I'm glad that I really put thought into anything I purchase now. My mindset has completely changed with consuming and advertisements of people telling me what I need. We would be surprised to see how little we really NEED to live a meaningful life. ☺️

[@elitemoon2029]

What an amazing inspiring video! It made me right away go and start this beautiful journey

[@jeaniedelaney4711]

Your home is so beautiful! It looks so calming. ❤️

[@aaronhedgesmusic]

Love your videos, thanks for sharing your perspective, experience and wisdom

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Aaron!

[@111-g9r9p]

Found these tips very useful Christine. Hope your Cookie Business is running well. Bless dear Christine, Peter and darling Cooper. Much love from Zurich - Switzerland.

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you so much (:

[@haghiasf3459]

Thanks for all your videos, l just want let you know that your videos are change my life, l have so much peace in mind since l started watch your video, and tbh l just want to say your channel is my favourite, GBU :)

[@simplybychristine]

Aw thank you so much! (:

[@budaside17]

I've learn how to simply to get joy of living. Great video style.

[@brendasparks6234]

Thank you, I am just starting this journey and grasping all information, thoughts and ideas. Thank you. So glad I found your channel.

[@kenikirkuning]

Maybe it's your voice, bg song, or I don't know, but I feel so relaxed watching this video. Thank you for sharing :)

[@AlanaLee-xv2qy]

Great video. I see some familiar items from Zero Grocery. I just started deliveries 3 weeks ago and love them.

[@simplybychristine]

Yes! We've been trying out Zero Grocery for the last month, it's been great!

[@ruthsonggadan3781]

Iam trying it lately and i love it ... truly it is a process Thanks for inspiring me

[@mara1275]

Very nice. Thank you God bless you

[@sadiejane3969]

This is beautiful, thank you

[@grinchisangma2322]

So blessed by watching your channel 😍

[@Beatriz-oe7ke]

The food you cook always looks so yummy! I would love to have some recipes from you. Greetings from Portugal :)

[@kimmcmahon9682]

Your channel is so wonderful. You really have a gift. I love your perspective on life , love , relationships. For someone so young you are so wise.

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Kim (:

[@katrinastacie]

Thank you for this vid 💞 especially loved the last one and was just talking to my boyfriend about this - despite the niches that are shown through social media, we are all multidimensional people and each on our own journeys. :)

[@kyracl7318]

Such a beautiful created video! Thank you

[@lyric8529]

Your puppy is SO cute!! 💙

[@edithviolette]

Love this! Have you done a video already on how you came into minimalism? If not, would definitely be interested in seeing that.

[@floriandelosangeles6659]

since the day i watched your vlog (about 3 days ago), i became addicted to it.. i learned a lot from you.. i know am very way far from being a minimalist but i laughed at myself when i noticed i buy a bamboo toothbrush.. i hope that this could be the start of it... it will take time but at least am happy to start from my very own bamboo toothbrush.. thank you so much ms. christine for selflessly sharing everything in your vlogs.. looking forward for more.. regards to peter and cooper! hope you are always safe.. now, i need to watch the previous vlogs and i'll make sure to hit the like button as i've already subscribed.. may the lord richly bless you.

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Florian (:

[@positivethoughts823]

Im learning to embrace the lifestyle of minimalism. Living a ordinary life with living with less material things. And thank you that i learn more from all your video from your own idea becoming minimilist person. God bless.

[@Englishteacher-Ksenia]

Thank you!

[@itchayasitter675]

Love your video from Florida!

[@JakeandKate]

We have developed minimalism as an aesthetic in our home and lifestyle since we built our tiny house! We’re loving not feeling tied down to the habit and endless cycle of constant and cheap consumerism.

[@maxman97pm]

I love your house decoration

[@ivanpadilla4479]

To me, minimalism help to increase intentionality with everything. Living in NYC, around every corner things fight for your attention. Minimalism is my filter for what I want to allow in my life.

[@danklabunde]

I've learned the same things! Minimalism looks different for everyone but I love how it still adheres to these ideas. Maybe the lessons are the point! Love your aesthetic by the way!

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Daniel!

[@stuarthirsch]

Great video, very calming, very sensible.

[@elizabethbrundagemediajour150]

Love your ideas for minimalism. The thrift stores are overrun by donations of consumerism. Too many items to consume. Most items at thrift stores if not sold within 6 weeks are then recycled or goes to trash. Stuffed animals are unstuffed then sent to a recycler who shreds the stuffed animals for rug liner. Plastic items are shredded too.

[@wildfoxathome8192]

Loving your words about minimalism 🤍

[@catherineaube2367]

Being minimalist with 4 young children is difficult but we try hard...

[@Kanpratic]

One Can live simple with colors and cumfort !

[@jenniferl7080]

Inspirational! Thanks Christine

[@zoraidarodriguez1761]

Thank you, wonderful advice and so helpful and simple. Such a blessing 🙏🌹

[@jhowie]

the clothes hanging part has been used many times but it still fits in the video just fine. Always excited whenever you post a new video. 🙋‍♂️

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you! Yes, I reuse old footage sometimes when I think it captures the point instead of re-filming something that might look very similar (; I guess it's a minimalist way to work haha!

[@matteofarimbella4809]

Thanks for your videos, your suggestions and the quality of your KZbin channel. Greetings from Italy.

[@GiveMeCoffee]

Trying to be a minimalist when you are a craftsperson isn't easy. I had to acknowledge that I need supplies and tools that I won't be using regularly, that my space can and will be messy while working on some projects, and that it doesn't need to be perfect. Still, I've been able to be more organized and aware of the things I use and how I use them, and I'm learning to buy only what I'll actually use in the immediate future... I'm not just saving space and avoiding clutter, I'm also saving money by doing this.

[@myrna8131]

This is similar to my experience. I have a few hobbies & ran into the same. Good to know I’m not the only one. 😀

[@meganlouiseoregan397]

I'm really enjoying thinking through purchases first before buying and often Don't buy now which is saving me money and it feels like a weight lifted off me not giving in to buying needlessly. Love your calm channel and soothing tone of voice. I am on a good journey to minimalism and am trying to use up lots of things before I change my decor and clothes ect to more simple ones. I'd love to buy white bed linen and white lampshades but I can't condone it yet. White is so calming though I find. Godbless you, from a fellow church musician. 😉💜

[@jessie9653]

I have to say white bedding is the best. I just purchased my white sheets and down blanket from QVC and I'm loving the white 🤍

[@meganlouiseoregan397]

@@jessie9653 you've pursuades me more Jess now haha :)

[@jessie9653]

@@meganlouiseoregan397 I'm sorry, 😆 I've been waiting 2 years because I kept telling myself I didn't need bedding, mine was ok. I took the plunge even though it wasn't necessary. I don't regret it. My bedroom is so pretty and simple looking and I love it. Just think how many hours you spend it there everyday. I just makes me happy. I'm sure I will have this bedding for a lot of years to come. I also found oxiclean is my new best friend 😂

[@meganlouiseoregan397]

@@jessie9653 Sooo true, I hear you lol. I'm going to march down to my local furniture bedding shop as soon as lock down is over and purchase the pure white luxurious bedding I've craved since wanting to become a minimalist. I'll think of you Jess if I get cold feet near the till. haha. x

[@jessie9653]

@@meganlouiseoregan397 awesome 🙌 you wont regret it I promise 😁

[@alyssam1277]

Love your videos Christine 🥰 will be purchasing more cookies soon !

[@kimmcmahon9682]

I would also love to see how you set up your days. What’s a typical schedule like ? You know lol “ a day in the life”

[@simplybychristine]

Video is coming soon on that actually! (:

[@annwallace9537]

Great inspirational video! Thanks for sharing:)

[@Noname-xn5tl]

It’s sad how people rely on trends to make them happy. I suffer from major anxiety disorder and minimalism helps me a lot.

[@simplybychristine]

I'm glad it's doing that for you! Take care (:

[@fatimanasir9116]

Beautifully explained!

[@kaze.ni_naru]

My biggest barrier to minimalism has always been the guilt of getting rid of perfectly good things that I don’t want to waste, from a sentimental perspective and also from a zero waste perspective. I want to declutter but it’s hard for me to get rid of gifts from friends and family and I’m also concerned about a product’s end of life. I usually end up trying to wash out and save plastic containers and save them for that “one day I can use it” and I still end up with clutter. I feel like if I could just overcome that initial hurdle of decluttering in a sustainable way, I’d be able to start really practicing minimalism. Would love to hear your thoughts on how to get started! 🤗

[@simplybychristine]

I have quite a few videos on decluttering that might be able to help, here's a video to start! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqaTomh4ibmdnsU

[@princessleai]

Do you have recipes? I really liked the dish you made at the beginning of the video... was wondering what did you make and what ingredients did you use? 💚 Love your videos ^^

[@PiaPie]

Thanks for this great insight. 😀

[@lthomas]

Would you consider making a video on being zero waste during the pandemic? For example, my grocery stopped the bulk foods section due to safety measures. I guess I'm just wondering how you manage to be zero waste when everything seems to be packaged in plastic.

[@ralitsakristeva9351]

What a thoughtful video❣ ... and helpful aswell... thank you❣🙂

[@thompsonthompson5581]

Thank you for this very useful video. God bess you. I also started by unsubscribing to retailers sending me a reason to spend on more clutter.

[@patriceparker4353]

Hi Christine! Great video. My challenges revolve around how to handle sharing space and closets with my spouse who is not on board with minimalism; and in fact, tends to purchase things in multiples. Why just buy the one you need, when you can buy four extras to have, just in case. It is almost impossible to achieve the level of simplicity I hope for.. So, I try to appreciate accomplishing what I can...and cal it a day.

[@simplybychristine]

It is really tough, and it's something Peter and I are still learning to get through as well. So yup, accomplish what you can! (:

[@patriceparker4353]

@@simplybychristine Thank you, Christine. Also, I appreciate your transparency. Blessings!

[@ulianasadova7438]

Hi! Could you please share more details about worship ministry to the church? I'd love to hear the songs actually. It would be very sweet of you to share. All best to you.

[@simplybychristine]

Hi Uliana! I do have one cover here that we recorded together: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnqXm6mPjbF6mMU

[@HannekeMts]

Nice video! May I ask where did you buy the desk/table in your bedroom?

[@Etherealwazi]

I love the way you articulate yourself on this topic.😙👌

[@shenuevo]

I appreciate you. 🥰

[@pbgall2905]

Why do most minimalists have only white? Have a white kitchen with color accents. Put some nice art in your walls, people! You can have these. It’s the amount of things not the color!

[@antevenio8303]

Bless u for bliss

[@cherryripe1539]

The best way to start minimalist is, stop buying. Use what you already have. Don’t throw things out just because you want to become a minimalist. Take as long as you need to clear and clean your house.

[@sunset33533]

The book "30 Days to Stop Being a Shopaholic" by Harper Daniels is gaining some popularity. It takes a mindfulness approach. Shopping and consuming are so psychological. If you can beat the psychological game, you save so much $$$. A healthy perspective and mind leads to better shopping.

[@gerlindelang]

such a peaceful video :)

[@vlogenni8998]

Just find this channel and love it!

[@bushraabassi4166]

The way we do one thing, the way we do everything.

[@liliamrodriguez3020]

Great video

[@ellexusse]

Super helpful thank you!

[@christinenicholls07]

Thank you for sharing your journey. My minimalist journey is just beginning and I find you very inspiring! P.S. Cooper is beautiful too! Enjoy your day!

[@merijaan4418]

beautiful voice.. 😍

[@natalie.antoinette]

Thank you, Christine for this video! Where did you purchase your t-shirts? They look very comfy 😌

[@simplybychristine]

Thank you Natalie! Many of them are thrifted, but one is from Black Crane, the other is from the brand Flax. The last one I have no clue because the tag is missing!

[@AngelintheSkyPH]

Interesting. Learned a lot 💯💯💯

[@shandalie8741]

My husband and I recently purchased a trailer last Jan and I kept buying stuff for it (which was necessary) but it ended up draining me. I'm at a place now where I'm content w all that I have, and I'm done purchasing all around and want to focus more on myself instead and need to save more. I didn't even know minimalism was a trend becuz at the beginning of this yr, I wanted to declutter stuff that I didn't need and wanted to see empty storages. It's Def the lifestyle I want becuz I don't want to bring anymore stuff in. I'm done w consumerism