THINGS WE NO LONGER BUY | minimalist van life
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Love this, spread the word! We were going 'yay!' through almost all of these, as well as all the laughs, you guys have such wisdom! Have to say, Bec, your hair looks faaaaabulous today and who needs blusher when your man is happy to share the goings on of your Diva cup! He's passed the 'menses men' test for sure. We need more like you, Eamon! Really, REALLY great video!
And YEEES to the Diva Cup!
Debra Moss did
SO refreshing. Evolved Men are Beautiful Men.
Also you can just buy bars of soap, shampoos, and conditioner. It reduces the amount of plastic and such. ( yes shampoo and conditioner comes in bars, and often they’re organic and not toxic too)
Eamon talking about Bec's diva cup was EVERYTHING. I don't say this lightly but I have mad respect for him! So many men are afraid or grossed out by women's feminine products such as tampons or pads or menstrual cups and that was cool to hear him talk about it with no shame 😂
Also I totally just bought the keep cup via your amazon link holla 🙌🏼🙌🏼
I dated a 31 yr old man baby that could only refer to my period as my “dot”. This was refreshing!
As a male of the human species, not cool..
@@loveandlight322 Yes! If she has an issue it is personal. I'm not into the craping while the wife is in the shower thing. I feel the bathroom is almost always off limits. Just my thing.
Becca Schwecke here’s hoping that that’ll be normal one day ✌️
OMG I need an entire video of Eamon talking about diva cups please
HAHAHA Polly!!!
Yes I agree
Yes that would go viral for sure!!! and he needs to include his girl friend hand movements. He is so funny. Loved it!!!
ahahah agree
His completely right on explanation with no weirdness or immaturity or sarcasm was so amazing! 😄🙌🏼💖
11:34 if you want to hear a male talk about feminine products with zero shame. LOL!
Eamon describing a diva cup... 🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂🤣🤣
TOO GOOD!
Best thing I've seen all week 😂
Bec (in all seriousness) can you make a video on the diva cup? I'm old school...not sure if that is something I could adapt to? - Thanks.
I’ve been using a reusable menstrual cup for close to 20 years now and I literally can not live without the thing! SUCH a game changer!!!! I have traveled around the world, and have done a lot of hiking and long distance biking. Having a system for dealing with your period while on the road and in inaccessible locations, I can testify that using a cup makes life so much easier. You can be “old school” and see the value of something like this. Heck, to me “old school’ is being frugal... which a menstrual cup is. I hope that you do take on this topic Bec.
Totally on point
Bec, can you do a video on essential oils you use for deodorant, cleaning products, etc?!
Listening to Eamon talk about the DIVA CUP!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Priceless!!!!
Griffin1209 I’m late but I would very very appreciate a video like this!!!
I am really liking the less-polished videos... the goofs are hilarious! My wife and I have a bit of a joke when out window shopping, we try to guess how much we would get for items if we later sold them at a yard sale. It is amazing how much you put back on the shelf when you start thinking that way.
That's an awesome way to realize the true value of something
I like that tip. I need to do that before I buy something. Makes you think of what you are overpaying for. I do buy almost everything I can find 2nd hand. I love fb marketplace!!! There is no need to pay full price. Someone is selling almost everything Im looking for. Lol.
Awesomeness!!!!!! 🏆
I LOVE this!!!!
Something I Started to buy...
Chaiwala Chai!!!
Haha yay! Thank you Makayla!! We appreciate your support XX
really appreciate how bec made sure to clarify that you two aren't judging if some of us do still use some of these things. sometimes I feel like these "things I don't buy" videos can become a little judgmental or "show off-y" so I really liked your disclaimer! great video! xx
Hi Mary! When I found these videos we felt the very same thing and I did want to make this point because I truly don't judge! Everything is a process and nobody's perfect!!
Two thumbs up just for Eamonn’s hilarious and brutally accurate description of the Diva cup
eamon just totally sold me on a diva cup
Am i the only arabic girl who knows his shirt said coffee in Arabic ? هيل
Im from Saudi Arabia and im a big fan of ur van life i wish I could do that some day
I'm from Sharjah right by (Dubai) and I saw it :D
xxx_cringey Boi lol
from kuwait and I had to refresh the vid cause I thought there was a glitch on his shirt :))
Instead of Audible, you can get a library card and get your audiobooks for free. Plus, if my local library doesn't have a book, they will get it upon request. Each library member can request 10 books a month!
Thanks
you have to be a legal resident in the city where libraries are located
Where does Bec get all her cute boho and comfy looking clothes?!
KenzieSings143 yea i’m mad curious
Check out the different ethic/sustainable sites.Probs could find some of her clothes there cuz they are super into the sustainable life.
Lamija Hreljic you're absolutely winging that answer 😂😂😂
I usually find mine in thrift stores..
She does travel to lots of places that are hot, maybe she buys them along the way
Something that’s been a life changer for me: reusable cotton pads. I used to use them for my face and piercings and they’re just SO unnecessary. You can buy reusable fabric ones sustainably on Etsy or just make them out of old clothing etc
My favorite tip for buying souvenirs is the squished penny machines. They are hard/impossible to find in more rural areas. The more touristy areas have them though. They are around 51 cents and are so small. I keep mine in a dish on the counter.
I do this too. It's the best thing and it compact as well.
You can make them into jewelry one day too!
We have recently changed to solid bars of shampoo, which comes with no plastic and is also a great space saver!
Gareth Bown I’ve been looking into these too. I’m not sure though how well it would work for me because I have very long and thick hair.
I've used those in the past two but found them ooey and gooey to store in between washes because I had to put it in a container and it never seemed to fully dry. Any tips?!
Brittany G> Girl...word. But Lush makes great bar shampoo. I just pick off a little sliver as much as you would use in one wash. Throw it in to a 16 to 20oz squeeze bottle full of warm water. Pour that into my roots, whilst my hair is dry, lathering and sudsing until I have a head full of wet, soapy hair. Then rinsing. saves so much water, too.
Eamon & Bec i use shampoo bars since I mostly shower at the gym. I open the container to dry them out as much as possible. Not only does it avoid the gooey mess, it makes it last longer. I’ve had to try different brands as, just like bottled shampoo, no one brand works for everyone.
Brittany G I’ve had to try different brands as, just like bottled shampoo, no one brand works for everyone.
loved hearing eamon talk about the diva cup!!! haha
Bec has the sweetest voice and her face expressions are so pretty.
maor 1902 she gets pissed off at Eamon alot
One thing that I buy that stops me from buying lots of other items is Mason Jars !!!!!! They’re cups, travel mugs, spice containers, tupperwear, home decor and more. I just love them
Omg I loved Eamon’s take on the diva cup. 😂 But Bec I would love a whole video on self care. Thanks 😊
Haha I know eh Sarah?! He just went for it!! Thinking about creating a video just like that very soon :)XX
La Croix addiction is real!
Very, very real!!
All the same things happened when I moved to Costa Rica and or away from US consumerism. Costa Ricans understand real priorities and I have learned so much from this culture! Life is so freeing when you don't waste time and money worried about appearance or measuring up to the Joneses at consumerism.
Amen on the water bottle thing! Ugh..those plastic bottles drive me crazy!! Use the tap!!
PLEASE don't assume everyone has access to clean drinking water! It's NOT a third world problem anymore.
kathryn witte thank you! That’s one thing that annoys me about my Canadian friends. Some of us, even in the states, aren’t blessed with access to clean drinking water from the tap and even if we are, we never know when an ecoli outbreak will happen or something else. Just look at Flint!
Tap water is horrible for you. Floride.
Unless you live in Flint Michigan!
I threw away a pair of pants I had for 8 years....so sad.
I've stopped buying makeup and buy only tinted zinc sunscreen.
Solely ride my bike...been without a car for two years.
She looks beautiful without makeup but if she had blemishes or no eyebrows or lashes idk how she would feel about it.
Jinin Berry generally when you eat high quality food, have less mental stress (this affects hormones), use good quality natural products on your skin and spend a lot of time being active outdoors in nature then you don't really get those blemishes or dull skin. you just have that natural healthy skin glow and good growth in hair and nails...
this is why a lot of sports people, adventures and people in this type of natural minimal lifestyle appear so "effortlessly" fit and beautiful
Coconut oil is (surprisingly) a natural sunscreen. Lived on island 20 years. Worked like a charm. I have olive skin though. Not sure if it’s enough of a block for folks with milky white skin.
Omg my side is cramping with this diva cup business. Hilarious review my friend!
HAHAH glad you found it as entertaining as I did!!
Love love love the fact that you are so proactive and such an inspiration to others!
I love the energy of their relationship!!
"Repping that BJ life..." the look on Eamon's face when he realized what he said a millisecond after he said it...priceless
We totally stopped using dryer sheets/fabric softener years ago. People THINK your clothes will be staticky, but they are not! Who wants to put those chemicals all over the fabric that directly covers your body. I don't! HUGS FROM TEXAS!
Hey guys, we were also La Croix addicts! Because our recycling bin was always overflowing with La Croix cans and we wanted to cut back on overall waste, we broke down and got a Sodastream. Also from a heath perspective, it’s nice to drastically reduce our aluminum exposure from constantly drinking out of cans. Sodastream rocks! Takes little room, no electricity/batteries necessary, you can reuse bottles a zillion times, and we now actually love to custom flavor our bubbly water ourselves. We get spring water as often as possible to get some more minerals. Even with purchasing the CO2 cartridges (we return empty ones to Bed Bath & Beyond for recycling and then get half of a new one in exchange), we’re saving $$ because we used to consumed tons of LaCroix!
It's so dope watching this all these years later while waiting for the new video today, and seeing the ways you all have grown into the beautiful peeps you both are!!
i love when Eamon is describing the diva cup
I totally agree with hair and skin care being more natural. I try to avoid silicone and other styling products and people tell me how shiny and nice my hair is. Sometimes i don't even brush it! Still looks good!
Minimalism isn't for everyone, but your right on so many levels. I was fooled into or trained to think I needed a lot of stuff I didn't. As a young man every time I moved to a new place I always pulled the dumpster up the the front door and started filling it up. Sometimes you just collect stuff with the idea that you have a plan for it somewhere down the road and it sits and sits and years go by. I leaned that it takes very little to be happy. Now everything I own fits, with room to spare in my tiny house with the rule that if you don't have room for it and your not going to use it really soon, it doesn't come home.
I love how mature he was talking about the cup. That's amazing
I stopped buying paper towels. I feel like it’s such a waste. I sue microfiber cloths instead. ☺️
Lejla C I use it too so much easier and cheaper we saved around $20 a month just off that cuz I have very messy kids and always cleaning!!
Lejla C i wave my clean hands in the air!
I have a hard time giving up the paper towels because I have 2 elderly cats and a dog in my van. I just don't love the idea of washing out towels or cloths after cleaning up their messes. Sometimes, cat urine doesn't come out of those cloths! It's disgusting, but I love my animals. If anyone has a better method, please let me know.
tonyawise1 I understand needing paper towels for pet accidents. If I do happen to use a towel or cloth when cleaning their accidents I find soaking them in vinegar, prior to washing, eliminates the scent. Although I’m in a house with a laundry sink so it may be easier for me (I also keep a few gallons of vinegar on hand for this purpose, as well as for general cleaning).
Lejla C microfibre cloths leaches plastic into the ocean which kills the fishies. Try cotton, bamboo or my personal favourite sack flower towels. Or get a filter that filters out the microfibres. This is a non judgment comment just a FYI take it or leave it comment. Hope it helps. 😊
Love love love this! Y’all are awesome - so inspiring
Glad i found you Such kind, gentle souls you are💟
OMG, I have watched a few of your episodes and this one is so good. Every single thing in this vlog is so spot on, and something I whole heartedly agree with. We do all of the same minimalism aspects in our lives when we live in the van and when we live in an apartment. I use wash cloths for all my household needs and we just throw them in the laundry. Just good things for life in general. You guys are awesome.
While a wish people didn't have to use bottled water but it's sad that so many people need too. Like here in America Flint famously doesn't have clean water but there are also a lot of rural (country/farmland) areas that don't have clean water or good enough water filtration systems. So it's like when you're in the city the tap water is fine but when you leave the city they're high levels of lead and toxins in the water.
MsTink1020 THANKS! We're used to thinking of it as a third world problem but it's come home to roost. Plus, rural areas have issues with sulfur in their fresh water, or other well issues especially after seasonal flooding. Bacteria will make you rethink that "2018" comment fast while you run for the woods!
I mentioned this in a separate comment, but what our household does to overcome this problem is to buy 5 or 6, 5-Gallon bpa-free jugs and refill those with remineralized reverse osmosis water. The jugs are infinitely reusable and can fill your reusable water botte over and over again! :)
Love this topic so much!! My list is very similar to yours except we don’t have solar panels (at least not yet) and I still love me an occasional craft beer. Keep up the great work. Would definitely welcome more videos on the minimalism / frugal / earth-friendly side of things.
you two are the best! I have been watching your newer videos for a while now but it's fun to go back to the older ones. The chemistry between the two of you is my favorite part of your videos. I am looking into van life and having such a hard time committing. I know it will work out the way it is supposed to! Thanks for all of your videos!
Reusables are also so much more hygienic because you know exactly where the container/vessel has been and how thoroughly they have been washed cos YOU washed them yourself!
Sending my love from toronto! You guys rule! Favorite power couple! Such an inspiration!
We switched to single blade safety razors. Havent purchased a razor in over a year :)
I just stopped shaving
Discovered your channel the other night guys and haven't watched much else since. Your easy going style is infectious - it makes me happy just to watch your vids. Really - I mean that. Best to each of you.
wow these videos make me love my big house , electricity , hot running water , large full fridge , etc so much more ...especially in summer and winter
Guys I’m not sure if it’s the same in Canada, but in the states if you have a library card you can borrow ebooks through an app called Libby or Overdrive. Saves tons of money, space in your home, and trees!
Yes we have it.
Agreed! Listen to free audiobooks all the time with Libby and my local library 😎
I use to work at Booster Juice! Spinach Is In It has 2 cups of spinach :)
What a great van life PSA! Most of what you gave up wouls be good for all to consider ..not just vandwellers. It's so easy to help mother earth with just a little forthought...thanks for the vlog guys! Peace 💝
Love this! 100% agree with the bottled water and paper towels! Less waste is a wonderful thing!
Thank you for sharing! Loved Eamon’s explanation of how to use the diva cup 😂
Personally i use the Lena cup but I’ve been so happy since the switch!
Also, I can’t wait for your ebook😍 to come out! So stoked! I wanna try all the recipes!
You guys are my favourite people on UA-cam! I love your channel so much 💕
Thank you so much Abigail!! XX
Always happy to see that a new video is online!
Well done. One of the reasons I follow you is because you are both aware of the plastic waste, so many people are not. People think that it is expensive but it’s such a cost saving way to live. Have not used cling wrap for years. I love the glass containers from ikea with the bamboo tops.
I am clearing my house of all the clutter at the moment. It feels so good to get rid of stuff!
Barn Star yay! Decluttering the house can really help declutter the mind ❤️
Have you got rid of all the stuff
yet?
I just noticed your shirt says coffee in arabic 😂💕
All right. THIS is the video that I fell in love with, of all of them.
WHY? Because I live exactly like this (with the exception of the ...).
I'm so happy that you both share my values.
I love seeing the vibe between you two. Makes me smile! Also great advice!
maybe include your DIY spice mixes in the ebook??
We definitely have :)
you guys are the best. I don't know why but I needed this somehow.
I am so happy to be able to bring this to your day Kaisa!!
Love it guys!! We have cut so much stuff out of the van but paper towels are next to go. Thanks for the encouragement 💕
as someone who just purchased a sprinter and am preparing for the transition into tiny living, this video was so helpful just as a reminder as i’m decluttering my life of the things that will really be important once i am living fulltime in my van! thank you for the inspiration to get out and chase this dream- maybe someday we can cross paths! my conversion starts in december and i couldn’t be more excited! 😊
For souvenirs, we do buy a keychain and keep it with us, just as a memo from that country, although photo's and video are personally the best souvenirs (alongside memories of course) and best thing, you can keep them all digital so they take up no space :)
I think souvenirs can be a great thing too!! We just don't have the space for them in our van so naturally we stopped buying them :)
Amazing. I vote for Eamon to explain all feminine hygiene going forward!
You guys are such good global citizens. Keep putting the word out. Reduce, reuse recycle. ❤️
I love this concept!! Not only saving money in the end but helping the environment too! There were a couple of things on your list that I have been wanting to change but just haven't made it happen. I am using this post right here to pledge to myself and to the environment to make the changes happen and live a more minimalist lifestyle :) :) thanks for the encouragement!
Go to the city and get a report what is in the tap water....you will be surprised. I won't give up my distilled water😀
Isn't that what a good filtration system is for?....to take out the nasties.....if unsure could test the water after the filtration process to ensure it's clean & clear.
I typically buy 2 cases of water per week, my current office has no source of running water and our well is very unreliable, especially in the winter.
These two humans were 100% made to be with each other ❤️
I love that Eamon talked about the Diva Cup! Well done!
Yes please a complete and comprehensive diva cup review by Eamon 🤣😂🤣
Hahah coming soon to our UA-cam channel... lol
Quality content!! Loved it
I love the diva cup explication! Literally the best description ever
I love watching ur guys journey u are so smart.. I am envious as hell as ur guys life.. I want to do what your doing one day.. u guys are so funny and good on camera.. thank u for sharing it journey :)
Whoop whoop! First comment again! I never clicked off of another video so fast😂 love you guys all the way from Michigan!❤️
Haha awe thank you love!! Hope you have a lovely day ❤️❤️❤️
Eamon & Bec thank you! You as well❤️
My friends bought me a insulated water bottler few years ago for my birthday. Only bottle I use now, I love it
Eamon talking about the diva cup as if nothing was was amazing,make these things not be taboo it was amazing!!!
I was having a bad day and I knew immediately when I got the post notification that was going to change. And boy did I laugh during this video! 😂
Awe so glad we were able to brighten your day Megan!
Guys did you know there has been diva cups since the 80’s! They were called “instead”. I found this to be very informative
Love this! I live in a house and most of this applies for me and it feels so great to have LESS!
Old but gold👏
Thanks for this video! We have gradually moved into minimalism by default too! Maybe it’s a vegan thing? 🌱 we don’t buy any plant milks- we make all of our own 😎
We've been making our own oat milk and LOVE how quick, easy, etc it is!!
@@eamonandbec Yes its so easy and so much cheaper and no waste! Also, diva cups ftw! :)
When making oat milk, what do you do with the "solids" afterwards? Add to porridge or quinoa...or maybe smoothies?
Love your channel and your update schedule ! Love all the way from peg !
Hey Keygann!! Sending love your back from Toronto XX
I love the idea about sharing formal clothes. Yes!!! Great idea!! My girlfriends used to have what we called a box party, not sure how it was named that but there were 5-7 of us. We would invite a friend or two. Everyone brought a bag (probably started as a box) of clothing they were done with. Each person would have their turn to stand in front and one by one try to “sell” (for free) each item of clothing. Who ever yelled “mine” first got it. If no one wanted it, it went to the thrift shop. We have all scattered now but I sure miss those parties and the “new” wardrobe”
I'm obsessed with bringing my own cup/jar everywhere I go. I only buy paper towels because my roommate use them. I'm doing my best to be as zero waste as possible and reduce clutter in my life and I love hearing that others are making these efforts as well! Great video guys!!
Ahhhhh lol come through with the diva cup explanation!! 😂💯💪🏽
Loved this video!!, going waste free is thankfully becoming a huge thing now as well as minimalism 🎉🎉👏🏼👏🏼 Also Bec your jumper is supper amazing, where is it from?? ❤️❤️ Lots of love from Northern Ireland 💚
When we travel, I like to buy a practical memory. Pretty scarf, kitchen gadget we actually need, socks, etc.
Watching this video and ticking on off all the things I've stopped buying too and I'm super happy with myself for that! It's amazing how you can go from being a super girly, make up obsessed, frequent trend buyer to actually enjoying a minimalist lifestyle 😊
Once again Bec and Eamon are right on point. I would like to recommend a product for you. I purchased this product about six month ago and its amazing. Also great for Vegans , (InstantPot , designed by a Canadian). This product is all electric and great for van life. You can cook rice , cakes , squash in a flash, its amazing. tc BT
We've heard lots and lots about InstantPots so maybe it's time we get on board!!
Have one. LOVE IT! Best life item ever.
Vitamix and instantpot almost all you need! Love mine too!
I think both of them would love this product. A must for Van life. BT
@@loishein8005
LOVE the instant pot. It uses a lot of electricity, thinking they would have to plug in the van to use it.
Omg Eamon talking about the diva cup!
I am super impressed with the way in which Eamon handled the DivaCup discussion!!!
LOL the diva cup segment made me lol
Okay, that was fricken hilaaaarious!! but I really do want a diva cup video, Bec. Love you guys!
"Except for la croix, I have a mild addiction" MOOOD
True statement!
Just found your channel & binge watching all of your videos! Love all the inspiration you guys give me
And definitely agree about buying quality over quantity!
Great vid guys, please can Eamon do a complete review on the Diva cup and can he find any other uses? Maybe its just me but I think it would make an really funny vlog Thanks guys
Haha I'll pass along the message to him!!
Eamon & Bec There are so many great commercial ideas I have for the Diva Cup starring Eamon. The toxicity of “regular” tampons is real.