Top Minimalism Lifehacks

[@TheGreennblue]

Your enthusiasm is contagious, wish I could give you two thumbs up, looking forward to the next one!

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, GreenBlue :)

[@KL-bg8fi]

More Melody How do you print when you need to print in a hurry?

[@suh-lihwu3572]

you change my life, I cleaned out the things I don't need, now I am feeling much better. thank you very much for your help

[@JaneAustin4ever]

I started working towards this lifestyle, starting with my closet. When ALL all my clothing fit in a small closet I went one more step by going into the bathroom and wow!, it felt so good to purge stuff I have not ever liked and do not use. then I decided to combine the two, by setting up my bathroom as a bathroom/dressing room. I moved my clothing into the closet in the bathroom. I can shower and dress in one space without disturbing my husband who wakes much later then I do. This works so well for me now and looking towards a future of possibly living in a Tiny House. Thanks for the ideas keep them coming

[@nancystoner2140]

Wow! I accidentally found you today! Minimalism scares me but you gave me a new view of it. I love that you talk fast and straight to the point!!!

[@veronicasalas2666]

I'm really enjoying your channel! I've been trying to get organized for over a year. I suffer from Fibromyalgia so anything is a big thing. I finally have my kitchen completely the way I like it. Your tips are so motivating. This is exactly what I needed. Thank you.

[@thenativenraven]

I just discovered you today and have fallen down this rabbit hole of goodness. I am binge watching like crazy over here!

[@V.Hansen.]

you're so right about socks. all my socks are the same and it makes getting dressed and doing laundry so easy. Also all my work clothes match each other. Any . pants and any shirt can go together.

[@ChazEvansdale]

Just found your channel. Great tips! :) I've been a minimalist for over 8 years now. and I agree... "A towel, [The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy] says, is about the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitchhiker can have." I used them over and over again as napkins and reduce a lot of waste that way.

[@mariaa4619]

Where has your channel been all my life?! I love all of these ideas. Thanks for sharing!

[@cynthia6771]

Love your videos. I am in the process of decluttering and trying my hardest to be a minimalist. I am nearly there and your videos are such a great inspiration to me. Please keep them coming!

[@PixelPenguin87212]

I love that wood and the light blue together!!

[@amandastypul4399]

Never heard of the bag method, now I have a plan for the day! I keep dusting around stuff I don't use. Just thinking about decluttering makes me feel more relaxed.

[@catherine_404]

Condiments - ha! My fridge only has ketchup very occasionally, sometimes there is a glass jar of lecso (the jar is reused for home preserves). There is a giant jar of honey, which we buy by weight and we take our glass jar(s) to a seller, so no waste. In that regard this minimalism is no minimalism compared to my mom's approach. The only (and important) difference is that you actually also try to minimize the space taken by stuff, you are not only about reuse, recycle, don't buy unnecessary stuff (which is what my mom is all about: not wasting money). Nevertheless, here are some pieces of advice I found extremely useful here, thank you )

[@blueollis]

Wow, I couldn't even name 10 condiments... that seems like A LOT!

[@salliebean5058]

As a coeliac it seems like a lot to me too, but I'm often super surprised when I see in other homes just how many they have going off in their fridge. We seem to collect chilli sauces. lol.

[@erickanyc8907]

+Blue Moon Wow! You are good. Lol!

[@thulissa_X]

Hi melody...love all your videos so far. Very educational. I was wondering whether can you do a video on what types of food does a minimalist prefers to cook using their limited pots & utensil in their house? Thanks in advance.

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, Thulissa Jay! I have some Crock-Pot recipes on my blog, but I will have smoothie recipes especially to come in video format. www.thesimplebrief.com/c/

[@Kitsune-DAS]

O_o I'm pretty sure water doesn't disinfect...

[@ApandaLynn]

I'm on a More Melody binge and loving it!

[@oldchannel-x5y]

I love your videos, minimalism is everything.

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks! I agree, Brandi :)

[@swimwithmermaid9651]

Your lifehacks changed my life

[@milicamarshastefanovich3312]

Great tips as always! I find that I rarely ever have more then 10 condiments. I grew up in a home where my mom cooked from scratch so we always just had the very basics and I have totally incorporated that into my cooking. In our home, we only have water and milk, my son is 15 and an athlete so milk is a necessity in our home. I definitely need to get that scanner because the paper in my home is overkill. Can't wait for the next video!

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, Milica! It is such a joy to have a clear fridge door, and it sounds like you've had that habit all your life. It is a great way to live :)

[@papeetechild]

All I need for condiments anymore is fresh lemon juice, ume plum vinegar, pumpkin and sesame seeds, turmeric sour kraut, and a local raw goat cheese. I'm on a Ketogenic diet and have found I don't need or really want any others. The rest of my diet is meat, vegetables, and a little fruit. The fruits and vegetables almost all come from my garden, the rest that I listed is almost all the food items that I buy. But I rotate in other condiment for nutrition and to prevent boredom. For example, nori or anchovies... :)

[@murmurlw]

i'm really excited for the upcoming video's you mentioned....I wish it was already next Sunday!!

[@JaciniaPerez]

Love the useful informative side you bring to minimalism. looking forward to your next video.

[@MoreMelody]

I always love your comments, Minimalist Vegan Lifestyle! Thank you for the support :)

[@JaciniaPerez]

I LOVE your content, it's so unique compared to other minimalists here on youtube

[@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10]

I'm getting ready to move again and the thought of moving the ton of boxes I have was overwhelming when I looked at the cost of storage units, so I looked through what I had, and there were financial records from all of my business dating back to 2003! I had a huge bonfire and reduced 22 boxes down to 4.

[@jjs1194]

Hi Melody, I am your big fan and thank you so much for all of the great videos! Could you please post a link to your kitchen towels (the teal colored ones)? Thanks!

[@chrisshei]

Hi, Melody. I Love your Videos. Great Inspiration to simplyfy anything! Thank you for that. Now i got a question. Now as i know how to simplyfy and minimize things, i like to know how to simplyfy the routines, cleaning, Meal Planning, Meal Prep, ... How do you SIMPLY Plan your Dady? Or don't you plan at all? I'd appreciate of you Had an answer for that. And could you make someone Videos about These issues?😊

[@Rawhealingfood]

ozone water: search the lotus, it smells like rain and sanitizes harmlessly too

[@that_introverted_mom]

Awesome video & great tips . Will you create a video about self employment & how it changed your life ?

[@arlh2309]

I've noticed your necklace if a few videos and I love it. Were did you get it?

[@MoreMelody]

I got it from Etsy :)

[@OrganizedPlannerChic]

These are wonderful tips! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@laluna1557]

I missed your videos Melody,once in a while I go back to it and wonder what you’ve been up to right now.

[@kate4real3]

You are definately my top minimalism choice to watch...great tips and videos thanks

[@dancelessonsorlando7231]

I love your hair! You look like a movie star. I agree with you that most condiments are deadly to everyone's health. The honey is a wonderful idea for using instead of syrup, jelly and even sugar. That's why your complexion is so pretty. Mayo stays in the refrigerator for years and tastes the same. Why? Because it isn't food - it's just chemicals that would give me a horrible headache. It is the "flavoring" and the "partially hydrogenated oil" that cause muscle spasms. Keep up the good work.

[@irishbrat4u]

Good tips! Many of which I had not heard or addressed in this particular way. Great vid! Thanks

[@jimhuber]

I take the opposite approach to decluttering first, and then organizing. If you organize everything first, then you can see what you have of similar items. For example, you may find you store pens in this drawer, and on that desk, and in that nightstand. By organizing them and putting them all together, you'll see how many you have, what kinds, etc. With that info you can declutter them. Or do you consider that sorting, not organizing?

[@clarundell]

Thanks Melody! Always love your videos, so many great tips. Just a quick question, do you own a diffuser?

[@MoreMelody]

Hey, Clare! Thanks! I do own the Wellness Being one. I bought one for my mom too. amzn.to/1K5D5xK

[@chriskeith1980]

Most of my condiments have been fermented (worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar) so they don't need to be fresh! And ACV is super healthy for you!

[@aparnaaggarwal3701]

thanks a lot for all ur videos( i m watching 1 per day & try working on it). i m a hoarder & love to organize; minimalism is an entirely new concept fr me ...& i m loving it. btw this msg is coming to u frm across the globe so thanks again

[@diorbaumeister499]

Love the tips and your hair is stunning!!

[@stachelbeere91]

if you don't want to use chemicals for cleaning, put a little vinegar into the water =)

[@astraaea]

stachelbeere91 plus, you'll get a pickled house

[@GsBBoyDan]

All that will do is make the water slightly more acidic. it doesn't kill harmful bacteria.

[@stachelbeere91]

VTEC yes but it does more than just water. of course for harmfull bacteria you Need alcohol or boiling water

[@Pichkowitsch]

Your hair is so beautiful!!! How do you take care of it as a minimalist?

[@MoreMelody]

I have a video on hair care in the works :)

[@chennupatisowjanya4855]

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[@NeuroGeek85]

looking forward to the next one. I feel like most of the tips in this video have already been discussed in your other videos.

[@finalfantasymoogle3880]

I think she said some of these tips before but in this video she went into more explanation :)

[@bohemianbookworm9361]

I was with her until she said "clean mainly with water, it is nearly possible to clean everything with water...." good tips overall except that one

[@pjasmine]

maybe it is because she doesn't have kids in the house? I don't know, this is my first time watching her video.

[@MsPink0769]

+meetraaa But she has a cat. They track poop all over the house.

[@aongaro]

Nice work!

[@amyjohnson7527]

I love your clear plastic shoe box. Do you have a link? Or did I miss it?

[@MoreMelody]

Hey Amy! I got mine from Container Store. They are very similar to these on Amazon: amzn.to/2cEBYY7.

[@dawnfaialaga5840]

Try a few drops of eucalyptus oil in your cleaning spray bottle so nice. Did you say you live in Hawaii ?

[@TheYgernependragon]

HI Melody! thank you for your tips again! I really,really love your table =) looks so "campagne-chic"! =)

[@sukymedina6853]

My 2016 holy grail find is the primary raw, do you soy milk essence/toner. It's so milky and comforting and smells great

[@Sveedle187]

Fantastic tips! Thanks!

[@kiigt3692]

Love the way you make me want to be minimalist 💜 thank you so much

[@boompace]

I have less than ten condiments already, thanks for the video!

[@laurensano5913]

Did you used to write on a different minimalist/financial blog? I can't for the life of me remember the name of the blog. But I remember I used to follow a minimalist/financial blogger that was a freelance financial advisor. I remember she never showed her face. I remember she sold her blog and after that I stopped reading. lol, you just remind me a lot of her.

[@jessh1659]

Hi Melody, I love your videos! I am having a hard time finding the same kitchen towel you have tho. Can I buy the same one at amazon? what brand is it tho? Does it come in a set or just individual? I love cleaning and I really love owning good towels too. Hope you reply. Thank You!

[@unidentified113]

Great video!! One question..do you just keep one dish towel for all the uses you've mentioned? It seems like you were using only one as an example for the bathroom, kitchen, and other places in the house.

[@emzirek]

seeing how versatile the towels were, I think she was just using one in the different place mentioned in this video and IRL she probably has one for each...

[@LivingFree207]

Excellent tips! Melody :)

[@stapels22]

great tips! I took out my notebook to write them all down. thanks :)

[@zaziefarmer8214]

one thing about drinking filtered water is that I'm still not convienced they are clean and safe enough to drink. For example, I had the same water filter you have in this video, but from what I researched, all that's in a filter is carb, and that's all. Any recommendation for safe water filter? Right now I'm drinking bottled water...and lots of them. I feel bad not only for the environment, but also feel annoyed about the constant trip to the grocery store.

[@SheldineCooper]

Some of these tips are really great. thank you :)

[@AmandaBicket]

Paper free is the way to go! :D

[@rhinoloupe]

Surely for condiments, it's better to just use them up and not buy them again? That being said, I don't have anything close to 10 condiments so this tip doesn't apply to me

[@karinheart]

Excellent information! Great video

[@beautyplayground]

This is so helpful

[@corinnegeras5975]

Like the way you get to the info right away. Good job

[@rosalyntay1689]

It's easy to keep 10 condiments if you are only cooking Western food but not for those who cook Asian dishes as well.

[@MoreMelody]

True! But Asians use a lot less flours and grains, so they have more space in their pantries. You can't lose with Asian cooking! :)

[@jordankelly2960]

I never thought of using pasties to help minimize bras. how do they work though? do you need some kind of glue?

[@Dontforgetkaty]

These are some good tips overall, but the condiment tips is strange to me. I come from a community that is very interested in seasoning and food. Food is the only thing I will never give up!! I don't want too lol! Love's the video though! The tips are also very eco friendly!

[@jenniferdavis3954]

Wondering, I have a scanner and a shredder that are huge. Should I get rid of them and go small?

[@Feisler]

The less you have in your fridge and freezer the more energy used and money loss to keep it cool. Fix this by filling the empty space. Fill old boxes with plastic bags or other recycled items to fill the empty space in your fridge and freezer space. You can google for mor details :)

[@jodyglanzer702]

I like the basic concepts but the time frames are a bit off for seasonal things. ie. Winter clothes vs Summer clothes etc. Thank you for the tips.

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, Jody! I had to do the hanger method two times because I always forget what I wear the most in the winter come summertime :)

[@Jalaunda365]

Great video!

[@Ezster69]

To clean yes half vinegar and half water. To disinfect well good old bleach and water mixture always does the trick.

[@1222sms]

Great video, thanks!

[@shainasiciliano6052]

I really like ur necklace ! :-) Do u remember where u got it??

[@madelynburgener4731]

Have a few really nice things instead of a lot of mediocre things. High quality lasts longer and so you have to but less. For example if you buy a really nice pair of jeans and take care of them they will last much longer than a pair from Walmart and so in the long run you save money

[@tamaraweber3296]

If your not using it and if it's not on a switch unplug it. Saves electric and money. Every cell phone that is plugged in 24-7 cost $3.50 a month for each one.

[@yourfavourite28]

Where is your necklace from?

[@maloryvictoria9561]

Have you done recent research on reasons to go vegan? It's perfectly aligned with your lifestyle and goals! Great for the environment, minimalist, ethical, and healthy.

[@dianaray1470]

Omg your hair! Beeeeeeeutiful!!! Love your voice as well. Very calming ❤️

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, Diana :)

[@CheFab1984]

Would you say you cpuld eliminate Dish washing detergent if u use the dish washer ?

[@angeladyson7367]

This is a very good video with lots of good tips. There is just one concern I have. Is there actually any scientific evidence that cleaning substances even natural ones do very little. Evidence as far as I've heard suggests otherwise. for example Essential oils such as orange eucalyptus and peppermint have been tested on 22 types of bacteria plus fungi and evidence showed that they killed the bacteria and fungi. Cleaning with your hands, I'm aware can remove dirt but not germs and bacteria, certainly not all of them and surely not in the long term. ☺

[@LauraSomeNumber]

"Cleaning" should really always be seen as a term for removing dirt. With germs and bacteria you are going into the realm of disinfecting, we just tend to used cleaning for both things but they are different and I would think she is talking about cleaning here.

[@angeladyson7367]

Hi Laura, thanks for your response. Yes it appears that we. I live in the UK and am English and for the most part over here when I clean, I always disinfect. I don't clean much without a disinfectant. I guess times have changed too because in the UK decades and morr ago people wiuld have just used whatever they had on hand to clean and disinfect but mostly now in this day and age most households I think tend to use disinfectant more than anything when cleaning so it's just a case of getting used to terms from different countries I guess. Thanks for your input. Have a great day.

[@caroljohns5677]

Thank you! I enjoy your videos, but I am older, and trust me "nippies" won't work for me. They actually wouldn't work for me at your age, either, BUT if you think of things that will work for older folks, too, that would be nice. (Many of your suggestions are JUST WONDERFUL for people who are downsizing, as well as for younger folks.)

[@MoreMelody]

I agree, Carol. Nippies only work for A-C cups and work best with B cups. I have a video coming up on how to store vegetables the best (using the scientific method) that I think will be just what you're looking for :)

[@sanguthebest]

Had no idea that nippies existed. am i old or what! Thanks for the info.

[@KatieM786]

You would keep separate stashes of towels for different purposes around the house right? Cross-contamination between purposes is so yuck.

[@MoreMelody]

Yes. Definitely :) For now I use microfiber cloths for my bathmat, but if I didn't, I would mark the dish towel I'd use on the tag.

[@erickanyc8907]

Pls tell us what scanner you use. Thank you.

[@021shae]

Do you have a minimalist hair care and griwth routine? How long have you been growing it?

[@MoreMelody]

Hey Shae, I've been growing it for three years. I have a video on hair care coming up :)

[@fromchronictocure7152]

Your videos are so well done. You inspire me as a new you tuber - AnaMaria

[@MoreMelody]

Thanks, AnaMaria! Much luck to you and your channel.

[@margaretcooper797]

I like the idea of the ten condiment limit.

[@zzzxxzzxxcxc]

I can't wait to live by my own. my flat would look exactly like that

[@MoreMelody]

So nice, Andrea :)

[@jrock979]

you are sooo good!subscribed!

[@BargainBeautyAmy]

New subbie great tips

[@PernillekPedersen]

Are you back from Norway?

[@MoreMelody]

I'm back in the US :)

[@nayaretpizarro2602]

you're amazing, thanks for your tips. i suscribe! :)

[@catherine_404]

The bra thing only helps if you have great boobs. If the form does not look great without a bra, it doesn't work. It doesn't work for small boobs because these get unnoticeable without a bra, and it doesn't work for big breast which needs support!I don't have any bra that fits perfectly and is perfectly comfortable, I have to rotate a lot of bras both because different clothes need different bras and because most of them are uncomfortable in different ways.

[@hitva]

Thank you!!!!

[@africanunicornprincesses7806]

just ran into ur vid, trying to minimalize my lifestyle and live within my means or less

[@cerise333]

well I dunno if you like to bake but I've got a blue thing like the exact same one you got and I actually do use it XD quite a lot when I've made cakes with frosting on them or anything really it works great XD as for everything else some tips are useful others are more obvious than not but yeah

[@MoreMelody]

I do love my blue spatula! It came in a set of three, but I gave the other two away. That one I use all the time whenever I bake :)

[@mosiva]

online Shopping is worse than going to the Mall cos its way easier...

[@LoMsMusic]

Damn, I'm a minimalist and I didn't even know it. I hate to spend and waste. And I hate clutter it puts me in an all around worse mood.

[@d.delatte3888]

This may seem random, but are you a court reporter?

[@julie-laurebernard3278]

Thank you Melody for those tips, I've been using the bag method for some time and I think it's a great tip! I was wondering if you already made a video about all the possibilities for Command hooks in a house? Looking forward to seeing your next video :)

[@MoreMelody]

I still use the bag method too, Julie :) What a great video idea. If I were a Command spokesperson, it would be the easiest job ever haha

[@julie-laurebernard3278]

Thank you for your answer :) Have a nice day!