Extreme Minimalism | Week 3

There was quite a lot going on this week, but also not a whole lot on the minimalism front. I feel like I've reached the point where I've just accepted this as my lifestyle.
Music credit:
Fly On - Jacob Montague
Oh Life - Thomas Doeve
O Fortuna - Carl Orff
Rain - Scot Stewart
Focus - Steve Dresser
Forward - Nifty Trick
Everything is Going to Change - Shaun O'Brien
Star Wars - Krappy Kazoo

[@sunrisep547]

Love your content. Your videos are getting better and better so are your editing skills. 😊😍 Please continue with the vlogs, really enjoy them. Also, love your "What I learned this week" at the end of the video. 😊😊😋🖒🖒🖒

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Thank you, Sara! I definitely had my fun with this week's vlog, that's for sure. I've decided to extend my Extreme Minimalism vlogs an extra week so there will be five weekly vlogs instead of just four.

[@sunrisep547]

The Bad Minimalist Yayyy!! 😁😁

[@TheBadMinimalist]

I'm really glad that you're liking them so much!

[@AlexxWretched]

I love that you vlog in the bath or with a face mask on. You're just so real with us

[@farida7148]

The grey hair part made my entire day lmao 😂 i adore these videos

[@lorimartin4476]

So incredible to watch your journey. Keep putting one foot in front of the other. You are really inspiring.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Lori Martin I'm glad you're able to glean stuff from my journey! Thank you so much for being here.

[@AnonYmous-UserNotFound]

Loving these vlogs - so funny and natural. Love you, the facemasks and Gertrude! Keep them coming.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

You really think so!? :D Thank you.

[@H37P5kY57]

I love how authentic you seem in your videos! I'd love to meet you for coffee sometime if you ever come up to L.A. or if I ever go down to SD

[@lizard2o]

A- the gray hair was hilarious 😂 I'm 25 and have one. B- Lovely Gertie doesn't understand the human act of talking to somebody she can't see, so she thinks you're talking to her. Mom's talking to me, I have to talk back! 😆😘

[@elaynalayne4610]

Loved it! I'm jealous of how often you have time to take a proper bath, that's something I am looking forward to come the summer. The experiment is getting close to over, will you still be filming? I hope so!

[@obragg1]

Best outro ever. Enjoying your vlogs.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

I'm glad you liked it, haha.

[@carlylien]

Hey! I love your vlogs!!!! You inspire me with your journey and experiences. I look forward to watching your other content.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Thank you! Hopefully my future content is acceptable, haha.

[@LauraNeuzeth]

Hahahaha the outro killed me. 😂😭 I really wish I could have gone to the march though! 😫

[@dragonstrove8175]

You are so amazing. 😁Don’t let anyone put a label on you, because you are special. 🤩The kazoo part was to die for! 🤣😂

[@ladyluzerne4155]

Glad to see you doing so well! Regarding your issue with having distinct work an lounge areas, have you thought about dedicating one side of the room to lounging and the other to working?

[@TheBadMinimalist]

That's how my set up was prior to the experiment actually and it worked out ok. I just feel like with this setup it's really awkward to have one or two small things on the opposite wall because it looks out of place and kinda stresses me out. I'll have to be cautious about this once I reintegrate my possessions into my living space.

[@ladyluzerne4155]

I know what you mean. As tempted as I am to get rid of all my furniture at the moment, when I think about things like computer, phone, library books and other bits and bobs that I don't want stored in a closet, but out where I can easily access them throughout the day, I get nervous. I think having them lying around on the floor would make the place look messy and it would somehow defeat the purpose of minimalism for me. I think I would want at least a small desk or a console of some sort to organize those items and make the place look tidy.

[@leseseele]

what a great and inspiring video! I appreciate your decision of doing this experiment and beein so open and authentical! Please keep going! You put a smile on my face with the last section of the vlog:) cool!

[@sarahkeating8043]

It's great to see you had a better week this time. Hell yeah pizza and protests.

[@kellydorris9560]

Hey darlin! I just wanted to encourage you to not be too hard on yourself!! It's good to realize things we do that we want to change, and it's really helpful to just watch how we feel when we do something or use something without judgment. Then we can make positive changes!

[@kelleecraig6623]

You're so genuine and I love it.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Kellee Craig Thank you! I'm trying my best to be. 😇

[@alexanderhill7958]

Yes the internet is full of weirdos and sickos who relish the pain of others but also wonderful, supportive people who are brimming with love. Love your videos ♥😘

[@My.Curiosities]

I laughed at the grey hair section because at the beginning of the month I found my first one too and I was outraged XD (by the by I've just discovered your challenge and I really enjoy watching your videos)

[@jayathome2034]

Interesting! You can brush your teeth with just plain baking soda. I keep mine in a lidded jar. If you want you can add stevia or peppermint drops but once you get used to it, I think it's just easier to use plain. Also it works great yo scrub your face, clean sinks, toilets too if you add vinegar and let it foam. If you really want to use toothpaste you can make tooth tabs by taking a tube of toothpaste, sweeping out a roll, letting it dry a bit, cutting it into tabs and then separating those to dry fully. If you want to de clutter but have made a deal to wait for a month, why not declutter your phone or computer. Digital clutter can be very distracting and keep you from focusing. Just an idea. Good luck on the rest of your month.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

jayathome I do not use basic substances on my skin as it is acidic for a reason, but thank you for your input. (not sarcastic, scouts honor)

[@TheBadMinimalist]

jayathome I've already digitally decluttered last month, but I'll give it another go!

[@jessicaklaus7151]

That was so funny about the grey hair :) We're the same age, but I think it's so cool when I find greys on my head. Free highlights, lol.

[@jessicaklaus7151]

I'm looking forward to seeing everything you keep in the end. I would love to challenge myself this way.

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Well that's certainly a chipper way to look at it!

[@yestoless]

goof video. I am really looking forward to the result of this experiement. BTW: what's your job?

[@TheBadMinimalist]

yes to less I'm really looking forward to the results too! We're nearly a week from completing it! As for my job, I work in early childhood education, which is a fancy name for a preschool teachers assistant. I'm also a part-time caretaker for my meemaw.

[@yestoless]

those are two very noble occupations. Underappreciated and underpaid, sadly!

[@Robotpetwomenstore]

hi, in loving watching your journey!! im travelling till October but when I get back in definately doing this challenge. also was interesting to hear your verdict on the toothy tabs

[@mariefarag3339]

woohooo literally been looking forward to this!

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Marie Farag Really!? 😅 Just gonna give you advanced warning that it's a bit of a shit show

[@mariefarag3339]

The Bad Minimalist I don't know why you would say that, because I am on the KZbins since forever and I can't remember the last time I ve enjoyed something so much. Part of an experiment is that you don't know what you gonna get until you ve conducted it. I have only just started this whole minimalism thing and I am really interested in how it's gonna effect my mental well-being. Anyway cheers for being the bravest explorer! And also really dead pan which is just cool :-)

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Marie Farag I meant that I'm not as serious with this one and it veers away from minimalism and more into personal vlogging than the previous two. I didn't take this week that seriously and it shows with the footage and the editing. 😂 I think the outtro is my favorite part.

[@mariefarag3339]

I really liked it and the Kazoo just rocked :-D

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Hahahahaaaa! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! This is pretty much my normal level of ridiculousness.

[@FreeMeLife]

Love these!

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Thank you!

[@MusclesandBooks]

Okay, in the middle of binge-watching your Extreme Minimalist videos and was already in love with you, but..."O Fortuna" followed by the "Disaster Strikes" placard for finding your gray hair? Will you marry me? (Also, as someone who's 40 I'll simply say be grateful the gray hair you found was on your head.)

[@trailertrish]

OMG the smoked butterscotch latte is my favorite thing I've ever had from Starbucks! Good choice! Hahaha

[@3llenzinha]

i found my first gray hair when i was eighteen

[@TheBadMinimalist]

Oh my!

[@lisajoyce9688]

The end of your vlog was awesome!! 😊

[@jennyandryanflorida]

gah!!! i love it!!! definitely subscribing!!!

[@yisetborbon2597]

Haha! Oh my, I feel like I've found my spiritual animal!

[@Phoenix-uy7nm]

Thank you for these videos, you have a lot of insight into minimalism and it's very inspiring! I am glad you're feeling better this week. I got into minimalism through environmentalism and veganism, weirdly enough, but it's all come together to help my depressive issues. It did take a while though. Have you looked into a plant based diet at all? I know you are lactose intolerant so maybe your body is upset because of the dairy that's in pizza? Going plant based helped my whole body so much so maybe it would help you too. If you're interested in it there are a lot of vegan minimalists out there on youtube!

[@codyleeser9057]

Bravo!

[@AlexxWretched]

I'm curious as to why you keep yourself from decluttering the stuff you put away? If you're not using it, what's the harm in decluttering it?

[@pamelamorrisonn]

Did u get ur food swtiched Gertude😀😁

[@skorpi09irl]

oh my god!! I just found my first gray hair last week...my first thought "shit just got real." Then I pulled it out and forgot about it :-P However, I am 29 so, yeah...I guess I'm due :-/

[@Heyxnobody]

You really fuckin scared me 😂

[@stedgar369]

Sounds like you have PCOS! Hi Cyster!