Things I don’t declutter even though many minimalists say I should…

Is sentimental clutter really clutter? In this video, I’m sharing an unpopular minimalist opinion. Also, showing you my own sentimental items😊
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[@emsiclaire846]

Hi, Ana! Discovering your channel has been one of the best things in this 2021. Each one of your videos is precious and a simple ode to simplicity and beauty of Life. Thank you for sharing your philosophy of life. Greetings from Italy!

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, thank you so much for these warm words, my friend. Big hugs to Italy!🤗💚

[@fireflyfarmletontheeno777]

I could never claim to be a minimalist, but I do believe in keeping life as simple as possible. I have so many old things from the past. OLD photos, antique oil lamp that was my great great grandmother's, old cast iron pot etc. It's ok to own things ...as long as they don't own you! Love your balanced approach!

[@anagoldberg]

Oh yes, being owned by things can become a real problem... Ugh, if I had an antique oil lamp I don't know where I would find the courage to declutter it, because it sounds like a TREASURE to me 😀 ❤️

[@debbiekoortzen1154]

I am not a minimalist either, I like your philosophy. Regards from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@anne-cecilemouget1657]

it is so wise :) it's also our roots ! And clues of past old times that are good memories, some people really do need the photos or letters or objects to remember well :)

[@Angel-rq3pi]

There's a great song by The Call... All You Hold On To. It's more about emotional baggage but when I hear it I think of THINGS. All you hold on to Is all that holds on to you....

[@animeninja4]

This was very warm and almost validating in a way. The traditional minimalism tells you to throw things away, and even though I would consider myself minimal I still take a lot of pictures on film so I can print them and have documentation of my memories

[@anagoldberg]

Printed pictures create wonderful, unique memories. I 100% agree with you, Hannah 🌷 Thank you for watching!

[@elenadb9063]

Hi Ana, it's Lily, from Italy. I found your channel on KZbin just yesterday, i felt immediatly enchanted by your videos. I'm so happy that in this strange world, some sweet soul still exist. Keep going ❤️

[@spidergirlprasident5621]

I think it's ok to keep some sentimental items but you have to be careful not to carry a lot of things with you just because you feel guilty to get rid of. It's important for me that these are things which I love to go through and let memories come. I could never get rid of my granddads wedding ring and an old golden cross of my great-great-great grandmother and the foto where she's wearing it. It gave me a lot of emotions to look at these things. Thank you Ana for sharing your opinion with us 💚💜💛

[@TheStrayK]

Thanks for the video, Ana. I like to have only what I need at home, but I keep some vinyl records and important books, just to remember who I am when I need to remember it. Greetings from Brazil :)

[@lounamana]

'It seems they have decluttered their soul'. So totally agree! Many thanks for this video!

[@eHuK000]

Greetings from Finland. Love your videos! Have a nice day!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Heli ❤️🌿 Hugs to Finland!

[@makORmalonek]

We would read Astrid Lingren's Children of Bullerbyn and Pipi the Long Stockings at school and I always loved the books. Thanks for the reminder, if I ever have kids, I will read from it to them.

[@Angel-rq3pi]

Hello, dearest Ana! I too am kinesthetic. Other people don't always understand... I need to TOUCH and sometime NOT touch. I experience the world thru my hands lol. This video was especially on point.

[@anagoldberg]

Hello, my dear Angel! ❤️ Hahaha, soooo true about "sometimes NOT touch"!:) Made me smile huge as I completely understand and am the same 😀 Thank you for being here with me 😘

[@janicegardner5027]

Thank you Ana - I so appreciate your insights and the sharing of your ideas.

[@carmenmope371]

Que bonita es la muñequita Anna! Pobre Babuska que te dejo elegir la muñeca soviética. El tiempo pasa tan rápido, yo guardo un vestido de mi hija cuando tenía 3 meses, ahora ya es mayor y no vive conmigo, pero recuerdo aquel día que llevaba ese vestido perfectamente.Un placer oírte Anna.

[@jeannettec375]

You are so eloquent. Thank you for this.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching, Jeannette! ❤️

[@paulijooste3010]

Dear Ana & Ulysses 💞💜💞 Thank You for another wonderful chat filled with love and wisdom and love and light 💜 Your channel means so much to me Ana - Thank You 💜

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being here with me, dear Pauli ❤️

[@leahmaples6921]

As always, so nice to see you. I hope you are doing well today. Your honesty and simplest way of looking at things is so very refreshing. Thank you for sharing parts if yourself with us.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Leah ❤️

[@sianrushton]

What a lovely video. I think it’s great that you still have the book from your childhood and especially that you still read it sometimes. I read books with my kids and there’s something very special about them. 💛

[@SuzannesSimpleLiving]

I have a lot of photo albums including my dads and grandparents that I would never part with, that’s there history and mine. I also have child hood books of mine my dads and sons that are precious. I’ve kept a lot of miscellaneous items as well as they are part of mine and my families journey so I can’t part with them.I think we have 4 large memory boxes in the loft but there staying and have moved with me a few times! Lovely vid Ana… thank you 😊

[@danielleduplantis9449]

You are totally right 😊

[@gabyv8]

This video touched my heart... made me cry in a happy way (I hope that makes sense). It was very touching. Someday I'll come back and explain why. For now, just know that you touched my heart. Thank you. ❤

[@MIOLAZARUS]

I think we are so alike with photos, letters. They are so special

[@anagoldberg]

They truly are...💜

[@ShweMyaukMyauk]

I used to send many cards and stuff but I never get any in return. Of course I didn’t send hoping to receive in return but relationship is like ping pong, it does both ways and eventually after many many years, I just couldn’t be bothered anymore.

[@nataliecunha2108]

Hello, I found your channel today and I love your views of the world, consumerism and I think you are absolutely right. I couldn't agree more. Love your honesty and how open you are about your lifestule, family, money, ..... Love your creative style. Your vídeos are fantastic. Thank you só much for sharing só openly and honestly. O subscribed immediately after watching the first vídeo.. Greetings from Portugal. Wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas time.

[@anagoldberg]

Hi, Natalie! Aww, thank you so much for your sweet support 💚 Sending love to beautiful Portugal😘

[@Balintrebeka]

This was such a beautiful message and content! Being in my forties, I can relate absolutely to everything in here... Thank you for sharing!

[@debbiekoortzen1154]

Hello Ana, lovely to see you. Astrid Lindgren is a favourite author of mine too. Her Pippy Longstocking books 📚 were translated in Afrikaans, which is my mother language. I thoroughly enjoyed your video, as always. Thank you, my sweet friend. Lots of love. ⚘

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, Pippy is my second favorite character of Astrid Lindgren! So great to know this connection that books create through the continents and generations 💚 Sending love, dear Debbie!

[@debbiekoortzen1154]

@@anagoldberg It is special, isn't it. I would love to meet you someday. You are one of my favourite youtubers. 💖

[@anagoldberg]

@@debbiekoortzen1154 Aww, that would be wonderful! Who knows, maybe it'll happen as life brings lots of pleasant surprises 😘

[@liammcweeney1674]

Great video ana liked your video of minimalism I only have a box of photos and a dog statue that was my grannys will never get rid of it because it the same kind of the dog she had I have one box just for sentimental items

[@anagoldberg]

Hi, Liam! One box sounds like a perfect amount, we all choose what is best for us ❤️ Aww, and you granny's dog statue is such a sweet and loving item to keep...

[@liammcweeney1674]

@@anagoldberg she love it so much when she passed away 3 years ago I knew I had to have it wouldn't let anyone else have it

[@Anita-rq9ev]

I'm not a minimalist, but try to keep it as simple/minimalist as possible, depends on what that item means to me. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and have a good weekend ❤

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Anita! You too 🌼

[@Anita-rq9ev]

@@anagoldberg thank you❤. By the way: I loved Karlsson on the rooftop when I was a child too😁

[@cheyennesutton2055]

Ana, I love your channel. It is so inspiring and relaxing. Thank you for inviting us into your world, lady. Merry Christmas and blessed New Year to you and your family.

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, thank you so much, dear Cheyenne! 😘 Sending festive greetings your way too!💚

[@cheyennesutton2055]

@@anagoldberg ❤ 💙 💜 🎄 ❄

[@elizabethchurchill2933]

For the first Mother's Day after I was divorced, my sons (8 and 10 at the time) game me a hammer. To me, it became a symbol of my own independence and competence, as well as a reminder of my sons' faith that I would be able to build a happy new life for us. When they were teenagers they borrowed it to use in their volunteer work for Habitat for Humanity, building houses for people who needed them. 30 years later I'm about to move to a different continent, to a tropical country where nothing is built of wood because wood can't survive the termites and rot there, and I won't have any use for a hammer. I'll need to travel light and only bring what I can fit into 3 suitcases. I feel like I should be able to say goodbye to this sturdy old hammer, and pass it on to someone else who needs it. But honestly, trying to let go of it is breaking my heart.

[@Angel-rq3pi]

Oh, no!! That hammer HAS to go with you. I promise you it will continue to symbolise your strength and an opportunity will arrive that will shine a light on that hammer's greater importance in your life. Good luck and safe journeys, my friend! Poka-Poka❤

[@theboujieproletariat]

Sis, keep the hammer! It is the symbol of your strength x

[@anagoldberg]

Elizabeth, WOW, your story sounds like a wonderful and loving novel to me! Your sons are incredible and you are so lucky to have each other ❤️ I agree with other friends here and think you should keep the hammer, it's your family amulet 😘

[@ByAnnaMarta]

❤️💚🍀

[@cosmicpolitan]

“Some items in our life are poems, some are like short stories and some are mundane boring tweets.” I love how you said you like to keep the poems. I’m inspired to look at my most loved things as poems from now on. ❤️

[@SimoneWhipp]

The tiny ornament is so precious. I have many sentimental items. The one thing I would never get rid of is my teddy bear (Goldie) who I have had for over 50 years! My Nan bought it for me and it has traveled on all my childhood holidays abroad with me to Spain and Yugoslavia. She would make it a new set of clothes for each trip! I don't know what happened to the clothes! Hope you have a lovely weekend Ana. x

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, teddy bear Goldie from your Nan and the travel outfits made me smile so huge! 😍Such a heartwarming story. You too my friend, have a great weekend 🌷

[@metesarabi9273]

What a wonderful video! This has spoken to me and is beautiful in its sincerity.

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, I'm so glad you liked it, my friend! 🌸 Thank you❤️

[@plumiish]

Hey Ana! This is just to say that I love watching your vids. They have a calming effect on me. And I've rediscovered semolina thanks to you. I also like reading the comments, it's such a lovely community. Would you be willing to make a vid on your stay in Georgia? I've been obsessed with this country ever since I visited it (and my boyfriend at the time) back in 2006. Oh, and I like how you talk about different writers in between the lines. I read Les choses many years ago, but I still need to look into the other book you mentioned. Anyway, Please keep on being creative on yt, your perspective is like a breath of fresh air.

[@anagoldberg]

Hey, my friend! Oh, I'm so glad to meet you here ❤️ Thank you for the Georgia video suggestion, I will definitely consider it:) Sending love!

[@maureengallant5066]

Your blouse is beautiful, as soon as I saw it I thought it wasn't just an item of clothing...and then to hear how meaningful it is to you...here we'd say it's priceless. Babushka Zoya's figurine is charming. How lovely to hear the story about you helping her. Thank you for this video, I am thinking of you and I hope you are feeling peaceful and happy.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Maureen! I'm definitely feeling better. You are so kind 💛 Hope the weekend brings joyful moments🌼

[@christianemichelberger8245]

I was asking myself a lot of times, "should I declutter this?" when looking at my photos. But there is no way I can let go of the old photos from my Russian ancestors, that were kept safe during WWI, the Russian Revolution, and WWII. Some of them are 250 years old. I love looking at them and feeling the connection to my ancestors. Decluttering your soul isn't an option.

[@anagoldberg]

Wow, what treasures of photos you have, Christiane! Absolutely, it's impossible to declutter such precious family items ❤️

[@ceebedor6938]

I want to remember forever your comment about saving the “poems”. You are such a dear human being, Ana.

[@magdalenahernandez1562]

My parents recently moved out of my childhood home of 25 years and while looking through stuff We haven’t seen in so many years it felt conflicting wanting to keep so many of them. Conflicting because I don’t want to have a lot in my own home but I couldn’t bare part with them. So many photographs of my childhood, my parents when they were young, old stories I would write for school, small projects etc. I’ve been very fascinated with capturing moments and when looking at my parents old pictures and mine, I wanted my own future child (if I’m so lucky) to have memories they can look at and feel. I’m so happy my parents took so many pictures. They hold so much love and wonder.

[@anagoldberg]

Oh yes, pictures bear so many wonderful memories! And I can completely understand your inner struggle about what to keep and what to let go. There's no perfect formula for that, it's just important to remember that you can always declutter more if you feel like, but you should be pretty sure when you decide to get rid of certain things, sentimental things. ❤️

[@christinaheesakacowden-wut3809]

Awe, I remember Karlson on the rooftop so well. I grew up with the stories of Astrid Lindgren and when we had our first TV set in the seventies, we got to watch some children`s stories in the afternoons. They were usually on for only 30 minutes to an hour back then. :-) They showed Karlson as well. I watched it in german, and it was called: Karlson auf dem Dach. :-) I also loved Pippi Longstocking, Michel (Emil) from Lönneberga, The children of Bullerbü and Holiday on Saltkrokan. I have a lot of things and memories in my house. I love to surround myself with items that have all those memories and of course beauty. As an artist, teacher, mother and author, I find inspiration in everything around me. Most of the material things I have were given to me. I was allways lucky in that matter. It seems like they were drawn to me like a magnet, lol. I love to give things away sometimes, as presents, or when I do not need them anymore, I will sell them on Ebay, give them to the good will or to friends. I gave a lot of fabric and haberdashery to an elementary school in my town. They were so happy about the extra crafting material. But it seems, that as soon as I make room in my house, the universe fills it back up again with more things, lol. I find, that things ground me, that they anker me somehow. I am often a lot in my "head" and my feelings, because I am an empath and also a highly sensitive person. I could never be a "real" minimalist, because I would be "off" with the fairies otherwise, lol. It is funny, that I was drawn to your channel last week, because I am not a minimalist at all. But I do like your approach to life and your wisdom, I love your friendlyness and I think you have the most wonderful eyes. It is like looking in a saints eyes, I can`t explain it in words. But back to the material thing: I see everything as "play things" now. As long as I am here on this earth, I get to "play" with it, and when I leave this planet again, everything will go it`s way. Everything will be shifted around again, find a new home maybe, with my children or other fellow human beeings. Some things will be threwn away and become "earth" again. It is the circle of life. Let`s "dance" with the "matter", and when the "music" ends, the matter will be transformed, like a mandala, made of coloured sand.... transformed, but not lost. Huggs from Rose-Cottage, Schurwald Forest, Germany.

[@moldypotatochip]

My best friend gave me a skirt before she died and I kept it in a box for about 20 years because it was too small for me. I finally let go of it and gave it to my friend's niece who is an adult now. I hope that she can enjoy it. I understand sentimental clothing though, I think I have let go of most of mine except yukata from when I lived in Japan. Actually I remember I have my favorite hat and some dress up clothing from my childhood. I was hoping to have a child to give them to one day.

[@nanetten6238]

Ana, I think you have an old soul, and I mean that in the best possible way. My childhood home was sold earlier this year. I try not to dwell on it, but it makes me very sad that I can never return there. As time passes, the few things that I have kept over the years mean more and more to me. I try to live minimally, but there are a few things that I will always hold onto. Ever since I was a child, a part of me has believed that objects have souls as well. This is not a very "American" point of view, but something I've just always felt and believe without really consciously thinking about it. Thanks for sharing.

[@anagoldberg]

Dear Nanette, I also always believed that certain objects have soul! Especially the old ones, those who have history. Now we are mostly surrounded by soul-less things, and it's so frustrating... I can understand your feelings about the childhood home. Both of my parents passed this year, and my brother and i decided to keep the apartment where we grew up, but I know that at some point we'll have to let it go. And it's sad. On a positive note, I'm so glad to connect with you here and know your story ❤️ Thank you. Sending love!

[@nanetten6238]

@@anagoldberg Oh Ana, please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your parents. I hope you are finding comfort in happy memories. Your parents will always exist in your heart and mind.

[@anagoldberg]

@@nanetten6238 Thank you for your kindness, Nanette🌼

[@Fool_of_a_Toque]

Awww Karlson! ❤️ Books are portals through time. I find that I can relive the memories of past reads when rereading a beloved book. In a way it helps recontextualize difficult memories and being new life to joyous ones 😊

[@delaurean23]

This video touched my heart! I am in no way a minimalist, but i love so much having old precious things of people (strangers) who are gone. I agree that you can feel the warmth of those objects. I have a box of paper keepsakes like postcards and napkins and brochures from an old magician that was obviously precious to him. I have no use for these things but i sometimes pull it out just to look through and wonder about someone's life. Love the little figurine story!

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, what a great story about the old magician's box! It sounds like it could make a wonderful novel:) Thank you for watching, Lauren❤️ Big hugs to you

[@gromovaarisha9090]

Hi Anna! Greetings form Ukraine! Just recently found your channel. And the content is so good. As someone who love and learn English, I was wondering what is your personal journey with the language? It would be so interesting to learn how you've achieve that fluency :)

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Arisha! Well, there's nothing special that do because English is basically my profession:) I work as a translator (one of my jobs). But what helped me the most was writing in English, I mean writing all kinds of essays, articles, short stories, poems, etc. Creativity is a huge boost! And talking of course, with native speakers. Hope this helps:) And good luck with your language journey, it's such an exciting experience! Thank you so much for watching 🌼 Big hugs to Ukraine ❤️

[@jazziechandra8231]

I love this video, Ana. I like your deep sensitivity and the way you cherish simple, but meaningful items. It is truly crucial to love items such as these. I understand about the beauty of sentimental things. I am very connected to my special belongings. I am not a minimalist, as I love too many items! But I also am very tidy and organised, so there is never clutter in my room. It is essential to me to be surrounded by my beloved things. Thank you for showing your dear and adored things, and telling their charming stories.

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, thank you so much for watching and your kindest words, my friend! I agree, we need to be surrounded by our beloved, meaningful items ❤️ Sending love!

[@doratiscareno5856]

GM 🥞🥯🥐☕from.... CALIFORNIA 🏖🇺🇸 Ill be moving soon... And ill be getting rid of so many things but im waiting till i get to my new place to do that because... I want to be able to KEEP And USE THE PERFACT DECOR PCS. I ALREADY HAVE FOR THAT SPECIAL SPOT IN MY NEW PLACE.... And JUST GIVE AWAY OR DONATE THE REST TO A THRIFT STORE 👍 Q. ...Does That Sound Like The Best Way To Do It....

[@anagoldberg]

Hi, Dora! It sounds like a perfect solution to me. It's always better to use what you already have instead of buying, and then you'll declutter what you feel like decluttering. Have a happy moving! Hope the new place will bring a lot of joy ❤️

[@doratiscareno5856]

@@anagoldberg Thank you Ana🌻 Great Info Inspiration

[@doratiscareno5856]

@@anagoldberg Hi Ana...its Dora From CALIFORNIA🏖🇺🇸 (i havent moved yet) I hope you are doing fine Ana... Can you give me an Address...maybe a PO Box # Where can i send you gifts There are some things I'd like for you to have from AMERCIA 🇺🇸 👏👏👍 And... now others can send gift too...if they choose too

[@kaliglynn2872]

I loved this video! I especially loved the story at the end of the video!!! I ☺☺ I'm definitely a minimalist, but my photos are important to me. I don't think I'll ever digitize my childhood albums, but I've digitized some photos from trips I took as a young adult. I'm very into e-books, but I have a couple physical books that are sentimental. One is a book signed by my favorite author. The author actually came to a city my brother was living in, and my brother went to the book signing to get the book signed for me! 🤗 So the book means a lot on many different levels.

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, signed books are so meaningful, I agree! Same per childhood photos ❤️ Thank you so much for watching and sharing, my dear friend 😘

[@loriwilliams2167]

When I moved to my tiny apt I had to get rid of lots of things because there was just no room for everything. I refused to rid of my books since they have so much meaning and I do have a collection of kids books that were special gifts. I have my kids baby clothing that they wore and the blankets I wrapped them in. And lots of pictures. Having my children and raising them was the best time of my life so these things are precious memories. It was easy getting rid of furniture, dishes, etc. but these things can't be replaced. I was noticing your top all through the video and think it's beautiful 💗

[@anagoldberg]

Hi, dear Lori! Aww, your sweet treasures warmed up my heart, you have so much love for your children and it's incredibly touching ❤️ Thank you for watching and being here 🤗

[@thestorygirl2818]

Aw, that book is so special. It gave me a warm feeling! :)

[@annettesortore1392]

It doesn't matter what any other Minimalist says, everyone's life is different and the items they choose to keep will be different. Stay true to yourself and your life.

[@ExLibris-Alys]

I love the analogy you used re poems, stories and tweets! From now on I intend to employ the same method to sort my own “keepers”. Although I’ve simplified my life I have kept what I call my “treasure box” and I keep all the sentimental items like photos, things my children made at school, greetings cards etc that I want to keep in it. There are things in my life that I absolutely refuse to part with because they bring me peace…and it’s a big box 😁 💛🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@anagoldberg]

A big box of precious things is such a perfect, comforting companion! Sending love, dear Alys💚

[@ariadnerunnalls3705]

What is the difference between a Babushka and Matryoska please. My mom taught me the Babushka is the wooden ladies that fit into one another and become smaller and smaller. Am so confused now. Sorry for the randomness of this comment.

[@anagoldberg]

Here, we call 'babushka' all old ladies, it translates like a 'granny'. Matryoshka is a wooden doll, like you described. Love the comment for its sweetness and randomness:)

[@karobythell4425]

Just want to send greetings and aroha from New Zealand . you look stunning in that blouse : ) Loved this video , it was inspiring to me because often i look at something that has reminded me of a strong good / bad memory and these objects help me to grow , and also remind me of how I have grown ( or not grown ) from the experiences they hold

[@anagoldberg]

Such a great point you've made about the reminders of personal growth. I can absolutely relate to that ❤️ Thank you! Big hugs to New Zealand 🤗

[@Angel-rq3pi]

Agree. That blouse is beautiful on you , Ana. The colour, the style, the material. Definitely a fave.

[@marianne5879]

Greetings from Sweden and "Karlsson på taket". Of course Karlsson thinks he is the best in the world, but he thinks your are great and second best. We really love your channel and watch it together in Karlssons little house on the roof.

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, Marianne, this made me smile HUGE! 😍😀

[@jenniferwilliams7]

This is a great video. I love that you talk about how decluttering is getting rid of the things that no longer have meaning to you, and that it is okay to keep some special sentimental items. xoxo

[@AriesDragon]

Hi from Chicago, Illinois USA! Love your channel. Thanks so much for the insight and information. I will keep watching. 💯. You were awesome

[@youreeka1]

I keep a lot of cards. When I look at one given to me by a deceased loved one, it's like a part of them when I see their writing.

[@otterwench]

The childhood book I will keep forever is my copy of When the Root Children Wake Up by Sibylle von Olfers. But I also read Pippi Longstocking many times.

[@rphardy1924]

Loved this video! I’m a regular now 🥰 love hearing your stories - Thank you for sharing. the story about Babushka Zoya.

[@curiousgeorge555]

I tried Marie Kondo's approach to decluttering. It worked for many things. I did regret letting go of certain items, though, because I found that I needed them in the future for new hobbies that I never imagined I would get into. I recommend that people take that into consideration.

[@olcaybaykal]

Dear ana,I love every video of you,but ı’m wondering,where is your husband..?

[@mammaditobia]

You touch my heart every single time I watch a video of yours 💛💚💙

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, it makes me so happy! Sending love ❤️

[@valeriagalandrini]

I loved your video, the story about Babushka Zoya made me cry. I'm half Russian and I would love to visit Siberia one day. :)

[@juliegriffin684]

You are such a special person,, I feel such a connection to you.. I believe in keeping truly sentimental items. I'm getting rid of the rest. I love my family and my friends and my memories and that is what I hold near and dear to my heart. At my age of 63, I know that my family which includes my children my husband my grandchildren are what matters most I really don't give much thought to anything else. Life is great, And thank you for your channel.

[@mounthoodsts]

I ocassionally purge my life of unnecessary items, and sometimes I do so haphazardly and regret some of my decisions. But I really don't like clutter. I guess I just need to listen to my heart more and my head less when decluttering. I keep my favorite saying on my fridge, "The best things in life aren't things" 😉

[@minimalistka7833]

I guess decluttering is just a way to be more concentrated. I am focused more on free space, and it was my best decision to start getting rid of many unwanted stuff. It makes me comfortable. We lost much more, i keep saying when somebody tells something about my way in cleaning up everything...))))

[@FloatingMonkey]

The way you express yourself is so beautiful. Thanks for the video. Big hug!💕

[@Samtasticlife37]

Labels are so constricting and really don't help us understand the Person behind those labels. Your lucid and articulate conversations with us share so much more than your personal ideologies and beliefs and how you modify them to fit you as a person... If labels correctly identify who we are, we are not that interesting... Be curious :)

[@hazelscobbie8290]

Minimalism isn't for me. I have things from my childhood and I love having beautiful precious things that have a story and beautiful memories to leave to loved ones x I often ask friends what happened to the beautiful jewellery they had years ago or something I remembered them having and often they say that they can't remember it or what happened to it & I think that's kind of sad x

[@cat-annechats5362]

I agree with you on photos. I have many that are over 100+ years old from my family. I also have a glass small bowl that my friend who died in 1999 at age 95. She did the same thing. Ask me to pick something from her kitchen cabinets. I picked that bowl.

[@scandinavegan274]

This is so beautiful. I love to get the honor to know about your beloved items. ❤️ Thank you

[@teresabouty106]

Great video. Thank you so much. I love your old videos ❤

[@waffles2527]

I could listen to you for hours. Your voice is soothing and calm. Enjoy your videos. What do you say at the end of your video. Paka Paka?

[@vigdisaliceangell7177]

Another lovely video so real and down to earth - thank you. I find your videos so calming and also uplifting. I am no minimalist by any definition or standard. I have moved a lot in my life. Every time I move I declutter in the process. But I hang on to things that mean something to me, like the old wrought iron lamp (big and heavy) my grandfather used years of the second world war to make, the tableclothes my grandmothers and other relatives have embroiderd, artworks by my friends and favorite books. I love beautiful things and to touch and feel them. I have two beautfully made smallish boxes where I store photos and letters (like one of the only letters my paternal grandmother sent me) I used to declutter much more when I was younger. Thanks to a book I kept I found that precious letter used as a bookmark . As I go through life what I value changes and as I am getting older some of the sentimental memories means more. For the people they remind me of no longer are in this world and some of them I am the only one alive now to remember. But maybe when I get really old I let go of most of my belongings and become a true minimalist - who knows? :)

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, such precious and meaningful items you have, my friend! They tell wonderful stories 😍 I agree, with years, sentimental items begin to matter so much more for us... Big hugs! 🤗

[@lovingrussia3496]

Why is it that the more I watch your videos the more I feel that I've encountered a sister I always wanted to have! If you ever feel sad because of hateful comments just remember that there are people supporting you! I agree that minimalism should be reasonable and that humans are not robots! We all need emotions and to get rid of things that are connected with emotions from the past (like photos, book, letters) isn't right.

[@catherinerhyno9581]

Very poignant, thank you again for generously sharing your thoughts and ideas.

[@KatieM786]

Oh wow Ana, that was my comment! I'm so happy it inspired a video for you in this bleak winter gloomy time. ❤️🌲💕🌷

[@anagoldberg]

Haha, it was really a great inspiration, Katie! Thank you 🌷

[@gemadoa]

Hello. I just discovered your channel today. This posting is poetry. The internet is full of superficial material; finding someone who’s not afraid of being genuine and vulnerable is refreshing and beautiful. I’m not a minimalist at all, I live away from home (Mexico) and having Mexican things around me makes me feel home. Your explanation about keeping sentimental things forever made me feel validated, no to clutter but to not feel guilty for being attached to a few material things. Thank you for your deep and beautiful reflections. Ps. I have been lucky to be in Russia and I absolutely loved it 🧡

[@smokesignal8289]

Love, love this channel. Cooking the lentil patties soon.

[@majosmama]

My brothers are from Tbilisi:-)

[@laurac2783]

Your photo of the lovely lady made me think about my brooch. In an antique shop I found a beautiful Edwardian brooch, the one I dreamed of and it was very cheap, as nobody wears such an old fashion jewelry now. But there was a portrait of a lady in it. The seller said, just remove it, and you can put a new one. I couldn't do that! I'm wearing it almost every day, with the unknown lady with her unknown story. I'm glad I'm not the only one to keep a stranger with me:D

[@anagoldberg]

Such a great story, Laura!❤️ Now I'm kind of relieved too not to be the only one with a stranger photo 😀

[@alberodonaalberodona5888]

I totally agree with you. How wise!!!

[@EverCassandra]

Lovely thoughts.

[@anagoldberg]

This is so adorable and precious, Cassandra 💛

[@jeanmeierbachtol6154]

I enjoy your channel so much. I really enjoy your view on living a minimal lifestyle

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much, Jean! 💚

[@catherinepatterson4720]

This was an interesting topic. I must say I’m not a minimalistic, although I like to keep things neat, tidy and orderly. My sentimental items are two rings, one from my nana and one from my aunty. Though plain, they are very special to me. I wear them every day. Also, I have a teddy bear I got one Christmas when I was about 6 years old. Sadly, it’s squashed in my top cupboard, much neglected. I agree with you about permitting ourselves, as adults, an hour to pursue and revisit activities from our childhood, such as reading children’s books. Earlier on in the year I read, ‘The Little Princess’ by Frances Hodgson Burnett (first published in 1905). It was a delightful book. The only child like activity I miss is swinging on a swing. I loved swinging so high, to try and touch the clouds. It was freedom, with the wind blowing in my hair. Such wonderful memories. Thank you for a thought provoking vlog and sharing your sentimental items, including the photo of your parents, the story behind the ceramic figurine, the story behind the photo of the unknown lady and even your wedding dress 🙂

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching and sharing, dear Catherine! And I think you might consider swinging on a swing one day soon 😉 After reading your comment I immediately want to do that too:) Sending love! ❤️

[@catherinepatterson4720]

@@anagoldberg Thank you Ana. If an opportunity ever presented itself, I wouldn’t say no. It’s the same with jumping on a trampoline. I think for now I’ll hold onto these childhood memories. I must say, I did see you on a scooter in one of your vlogs and this looked fun. It inspired me. This isn’t something I’ve done before and I’ve seen people of all ages riding these in the city I live. I think I might be adventurous enough and put this on my goal list for 2022. Look forward to your next video.

[@moldypotatochip]

I love what you said about letting go of things from past relationships to make room for current ones. I have an issue with holding onto people who are not in my life anymore, and I have been struggling to let some go, but I think what you said helps immensely. Things like social media can allow us to keep in touch with people we haven't seen in a long time which is sometimes comforting but other times makes us realize we hardly know each other anymore.

[@Mona...134]

Thank you, just thank you ❤

[@glendaconrad9531]

The little indigenous ceramic figure is so cute by the way! ❤️✨

[@nutsabenidze581]

Hello from Tbilisi, Georgia. Love your content and down to earth peaceful mindset 💫 wish you all the best

[@anagoldberg]

Hello, Nutsa! Aww, the wonderful Tbilisi ❤ Thank you for being here my friend😍

[@inloveandhappy1]

I could never get rid of the books ,letters from my parents and grandparents and old photographs (especially the ones with my grandparents before the WWII). As for clothes I have a dress that my mom wore it while she was pregnant with me, in my teens I tailored it to my size,wear it a lot and now my daughter that is almost twenty wears it some time! Lovely video!

[@anagoldberg]

What a beautiful story about the dress! 😍

[@lindacasalgrandi292]

Beautiful video Ana. Do you still talk to Babuska Zoya? How kind of her to give you that lovely piece

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you Linda! Unfortunately, never met Babushka Zoya again...

[@kathrynmcnerney6490]

I love your shirt!

[@joannwilson3300]

Dear Ana, I would love to send you a letter is there an address I could send it to? What I learn from you beyond words to explain but I would like to try.

[@anagoldberg]

Dear Joann, there is an email address in my ''about" section on the channel, but in case it's hard to find, here it is: [e-mail]

[@rightmindset-]

I ❤ this channel 😊

[@juliegriffin684]

Your husband, you mentioned him in this video. I really don't mean to pry too much into your personal life but did you divorce or did he pass?

[@anagoldberg]

We've been apart for two years due to the global situation and family issues but soon he'll finally be here with me.

[@BronsteinEmily]

From the US and I really enjoy how you have a mix of countries represented in your commenters. I enjoy reading how things are in other countries. Do you Ana or anyone else have any recommendations of similar style KZbin channels from other countries besides US but they are in English. I enjoy learning about different cultures.

[@theboujieproletariat]

I watch Mato Utuk an English speaking minimalist lady in a tropical country. You can try her x

[@anagoldberg]

Hi, Nancy! Several friends here recommended ecofriend.lia who is from Germany but has her channel in English. I like her simple and approachable personality a lot.

[@BronsteinEmily]

@@theboujieproletariat than you~ I will check it out

[@BronsteinEmily]

@@anagoldberg thank you~ I will check it out

[@BronsteinEmily]

@@theboujieproletariat I just enjoyed one of her videos for the first time. Thank you again for the recommendation

[@emilijadivaine162]

🙂👁👁🙂👍👍👍

[@pequitasfreckles1468]

You have me hook 🪝!

[@raggedblossom508]

Love this approach! I thought I was the only minimalist who determinedly keeps certain special items. Subscribed immediately.

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, thank you Rowanne! ❤️

[@carole3680]

You have articulated my thoughts. Thank you!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for watching, Carole! 🌷

[@ashleighmurton8145]

❤