The syain brother if your parents are really that bad, as in they are physically or mentally abusive and dangerous, then you could get emancipated. In the US the starting age is 15-16. Just think about it first because it’s a major decision that might split ties with your family for good. But also remember you are a teenager so everything feels more dramatic lol. Seriously though, if your parents are violent and especially physically abusive, call CPS or talk to cops.
Commenting to say that I used to be in your position, I understand and just want to say - it does get better. Don't let anybody tell you that building the life you want is wrong. Thrift stores, garage sales and Marshalls/Ross, free items on Craigslist are your friend. I'm 26 now, doing considerably well and I attribute that to the fact that I've been in survival mode since age 14. Proud of you.
As a housecleaner I would suggest the following cleaning necessities: -microfiber cloths -swifter duster -comet,Ajax, or some form of powder cleaner for showers, toilets, tubs, and sinks. -windex because nothing else works that great for windows -multipurpose cleaner diluted in spray bottle for everyday cleaning, and wiping down of surfaces in the home. Depending on the home, you will also need something to care for granite, stainless steel, or special formulations for wood flooring. Otherwise, you’re correct in suggesting to keep it simple!
Place mats are not only used for a mess they were really invented for people with wood tables that they don’t wanna destroy there table because the heat from your plates or the condensation from your cups and it helps the table for getting nicks and scratches
@@Maryam07it may be common in your country to have a tablecloth. In some situations placemats work better. I use a runner, and placemats. My mom used to tablecloth and it was always slipping. They both work the same but it also depends on people lifestyles and what works best for them.. But sometimes people shouldn't dispense advice on topics such as this in general. It would have been different had she said this is what we do. Instead of making it all about what she thinks other people should do. It bugs me when people tell the people what they should have or should use and they shouldn't.
This is so useful for college grads. It's so easy to look at really rich influencers buy apartments stuff when you're broke and want to do the same thing, but you make really great, attainable points.
Neef One well you can do that to clean stuff but I’m not sure if it’ll be enough, I think the best way to make sure everything is sanitized is to use bleach (something like 4 drops per liter of water)
I use method disinfectant. I accidentally sprayed it into my face and inhaled it and had no problems. I have asthma so I can't even go into a room that's been cleaned with watered down bleach or Lysol for AT LEAST 3 hours. I love it
These were really good things to keep in mind. Although I will say living in a family home with no dishwasher, the dish racks are essential but that's what is so great about minimalism, you cater it to your needs. What's essential for one person may not be for another. Great video!
Just moved into a new apartment all by myself yesterday and this video was super encouraging. My apartment is suuuuper empty and I was feeling kind of uncomfortable and looking at big furniture sets on wayfair, but they I started watching apartment essentials videos and yours popped up. Thank you!
i like my dish rack 😩 yes i will accumulate them in the sink first and wash all of them later and let them air dry and put them up before the end of the night its really useful
Did you keep your dish rack? I couldn’t live without my dish rack. Between work and home chores, I really don’t want to spend the time hand drying dishes.
I hardly comment on UA-cam videos but I had to because this video was all the peace I need before moving Josie. I’m coming from ten years of living in fully furnished apartments and now moving to one that I have to furnish everything from scratch! All the other advise I was seeing was on the many things I needed to buy! This was DIFFERENT, not busy, a real heart to heart talk! I enjoyed it! I put my kind to rest and now I can rest easy! God bless you
You right about the dish rack my first apartment my dishes barely made it to the cabinets this time around I lay a towel on the counter then put them away
I feel like....not all of these things are sustainable. Throwing out perfectly good items for the sake of having less doesn’t seem as sustainable as adopting full use of them and ensuring their existence as necessary
I think the video is more of a don't buy these in the first place, though if you have stuff like this that's clutter and not useful you can always just donate it to a thrift store or give it to a friend
If you don’t use an item it is a waste to keep it & it turns into clutter. Better to move it along to a new home, most people don’t just “toss” their decluttered items.
if you want appliances and there is only one or two of you, get a 7 in 1 toaster/air fryer combo. It has functions for oven, broiler, toaster, air fryer and more. Air fryers alone are huge and take up space in counters or cabinets. These can usually hold 2 servings of food anyways so you won’t make too much
Place mats help to not damage the table with cups, dishes and utensils. Even to use them to ppace the main food dishes on in the centermof the table when it is a hot dish. A nice wood table can be damaged if abused repeatedly
a lot of people have table cloths for their tables so they don’t get ruined by alcohol, hot pans and dishes, etc. place mats prevent food from gettin on the table cloths so you don’t have to do laundry every time you eat ! :)
What about cleaning the oven? Ordinary spray cleaner won't do the job. Also, place mats are for protecting the table from hot plates, etc., not for easy cleaning.
Omg I am moving next year and number 8 I bought everything you just said but I have a recommendation for everyone if you still wanna purchase those items get smaller versions it will save space 😁I bought a small blender and small waffle maker because it’s me and my boyfriend only so highly recommended that for a smaller household with less space
I'm binge watching videos like these haha. Thanks for the video! At first, some of them I didn't agree with, but to be honest, they make sense! (Like the dish-rack- i do leave them there because they look fine LOL) Also, a lot of people get placemats so the dishes/whatever don't scratch the table, we have a glass table, so it's absolutely necessary to have them! :0
Yeah everyone lives a different life and some things might not work for them. I’m just trying to open people up to really thinking about whether they need an item or not. Thanks for sharing your point of view. I love when people can share their experiences and disagree respectfully 😄
@@AshleyEmbers Yep! To be honest, I might not get a dishrack now, it'll just make me lazy, pfft.(like i said, i leave them there) And no problem! Your point have view probably have made others question if they really do need and item or not!
Another thing about appliances is you have to clean them. My parents once bought a big elaborate roasting machine. They immediately sold it to someone when they discovered how difficult it was to clean.
I loved a lot of these recommendations, although I couldn’t live without my dish rack 😅 I’m barely surviving working and keeping up with most household chores so the idea of also hand drying my dishes just sounds exhausting but I do agree I don’t like them sitting in the rack when I have guest over.
I like your advice about the serving dishes. In my family, we always serve food straight from the pot/pan because who wants to clean more dishes??? Haha not me
We just found an apartment to move into as a couple, we’re literally just taking what we already own and moving it over, not buying anything new apart from a washing machine, already have a couch, oven etc. already have decorations that we can use and we have plants so I’m happy hahahahaha We aren’t buying anything new ❤️
Placemats serve a double purpose, they can be decorative, you dump the crumbs in the trash and toss the mats in the washer. So they protect your table, look cute and help you clean faster 😊
I keep a scrub brush in my tub and scrub it down after every shower. Once a week i'll spray it down with vinegar and use baking soda to get rid of tough soap scum. But if you keep up with a scrubber and disinfect it every once in a while there's no need to use ajax or something like that.
I just found you, and I normally don't comment on videos, but I really vibe with you more than any other youtuber! I love your mindset and this is great advice.
I guess I’m a lot more concerned about formaldehyde because I’m allergic to it, but I’m still surprised to see people recommending Pine Sol. Crazy that there are so many products out there with known carcinogens.
What do you think about using Coca-Cola to clean toilet bowls? I heard some of my friends' mums use those instead of regular toilet bowl cleaner and they say it's a super cheap alternative!
I'm sorry but as someone who is 40. And has lived on her own for 23 years and moves everyear/year and half you can't really give advice on the subject like this because each person is different, everyone's lifestyle, budget, taste and needs very. What you may need somebody else may not what you don't need somebody else might. And if you're planning to move out you should have a list usually needed items. Having furniture that is multifunctional works best in any home especially if you move a lot except for decor. Doesn't mean you have to buy it right away but you should be aware of that. That way you can take the pieces with you when you move. But all this stuff like not having a dish rack girl I use my dish rack all the time. Unless you're going for cute and aesthetic no one cares. And never give advice on multi-purpose cleaners especially when your house isn't the same as someone else's sometimes you cannot use multi-purpose cleaners on things.. majority of these things are useful if you have kid. I feel this video is just about minimalism.
Uhm... the "minimalism" part in the title is kind'of misleading. Or maybe there are more tipes of minimalism but I doubt it because then there would be no reason for one to call him/herself a minimalist if it can be whatever. I know restraint is a less sexy word but it's really what aspiring minimalism is, it's not minimalism. I guess I was curious to test myself with your list but had some doubts when I realised that I could count 4 useless items behind you in the tumbnail XD
@@paulagonzalez5286 In Finland, the dish rack is built inside a cupboard with an open bottom so the water drips down onto the sink below. Just google "dish drying cabinet". I had none in the previous apartment and that was super annoying. Either you leave wet dishes out on the table or dry by hand.
My home is so toxic I’m currently watching this at 15 ready to move out and these videos really help. Thanks
The syain brother if your parents are really that bad, as in they are physically or mentally abusive and dangerous, then you could get emancipated. In the US the starting age is 15-16. Just think about it first because it’s a major decision that might split ties with your family for good. But also remember you are
a teenager so everything feels more dramatic lol. Seriously though, if your parents are violent and especially physically abusive, call CPS or talk to cops.
The syain brother literally same
Girl me too omfg :)
Commenting to say that I used to be in your position, I understand and just want to say - it does get better. Don't let anybody tell you that building the life you want is wrong. Thrift stores, garage sales and Marshalls/Ross, free items on Craigslist are your friend. I'm 26 now, doing considerably well and I attribute that to the fact that I've been in survival mode since age 14. Proud of you.
Good luck girl! I'm 24 going thru the same exact thing so kudos to you for doing this at a young age.
As a housecleaner I would suggest the following cleaning necessities:
-microfiber cloths
-swifter duster
-comet,Ajax, or some form of powder cleaner for showers, toilets, tubs, and sinks.
-windex because nothing else works that great for windows
-multipurpose cleaner diluted in spray bottle for everyday cleaning, and wiping down of surfaces in the home.
Depending on the home, you will also need something to care for granite, stainless steel, or special formulations for wood flooring. Otherwise, you’re correct in suggesting to keep it simple!
Place mats are not only used for a mess they were really invented for people with wood tables that they don’t wanna destroy there table because the heat from your plates or the condensation from your cups and it helps the table for getting nicks and scratches
I think it’s better to get a table cover idk they’re pretty common in other countries so I thought it would be a good idea
@@Maryam07it may be common in your country to have a tablecloth. In some situations placemats work better. I use a runner, and placemats. My mom used to tablecloth and it was always slipping. They both work the same but it also depends on people lifestyles and what works best for them.. But sometimes people shouldn't dispense advice on topics such as this in general. It would have been different had she said this is what we do. Instead of making it all about what she thinks other people should do. It bugs me when people tell the people what they should have or should use and they shouldn't.
This is so useful for college grads. It's so easy to look at really rich influencers buy apartments stuff when you're broke and want to do the same thing, but you make really great, attainable points.
❤️
Sorry im not a hater, but place mats are so you dont ruin your table, like if you hace super hot food or a cold drink, it would ruin a wooden table.
Was totally going to say the exact same thing!!
You can use a coaster but if you need it then you need it
A coaster wouldn't be big enough for a dinner plate.
I’ve literally never used a place mat and my wooden table had never been ruined 😅
@@SugarBabyProductions i think you are just lucky🤣 i ruined 6 tables before i realised place mats exist
buy from thrift stores and use vinegar and baking soda with few drops of dish detergent for all cleaning...even toilet
Neef One well you can do that to clean stuff but I’m not sure if it’ll be enough, I think the best way to make sure everything is sanitized is to use bleach (something like 4 drops per liter of water)
@Neef One yeah no. Vinegar and baking soda don't clean nearly as well as actual disinfectants. They have plenty of "natural" ones now a days though.
I use method disinfectant. I accidentally sprayed it into my face and inhaled it and had no problems. I have asthma so I can't even go into a room that's been cleaned with watered down bleach or Lysol for AT LEAST 3 hours. I love it
Oh and it's all natural 😊
What about clothes?
Placemats are good for messy food! specially if you have a wooden table or a white one that might get stained.
Yeah I guess it can change depending on your circumstances!
Also protect a glass table or something that could get scratched easy :)
These were really good things to keep in mind. Although I will say living in a family home with no dishwasher, the dish racks are essential but that's what is so great about minimalism, you cater it to your needs. What's essential for one person may not be for another. Great video!
Just moved into a new apartment all by myself yesterday and this video was super encouraging. My apartment is suuuuper empty and I was feeling kind of uncomfortable and looking at big furniture sets on wayfair, but they I started watching apartment essentials videos and yours popped up. Thank you!
i like my dish rack 😩 yes i will accumulate them in the sink first and wash all of them later and let them air dry and put them up before the end of the night its really useful
When you've already bought a dish rack 💀
😂
Hopefully you have the receipt lol
They have dish racks that can sit down in your sink so they don’t actually take up space 10/10 recommended because I REFUSE to hand dry dishes
Did you keep your dish rack? I couldn’t live without my dish rack. Between work and home chores, I really don’t want to spend the time hand drying dishes.
Can't you hand wash and then use the dishwasher as a drying rack?
I hardly comment on UA-cam videos but I had to because this video was all the peace I need before moving Josie. I’m coming from ten years of living in fully furnished apartments and now moving to one that I have to furnish everything from scratch! All the other advise I was seeing was on the many things I needed to buy! This was DIFFERENT, not busy, a real heart to heart talk! I enjoyed it! I put my kind to rest and now I can rest easy! God bless you
You right about the dish rack my first apartment my dishes barely made it to the cabinets this time around I lay a towel on the counter then put them away
🙌🏻
I feel like....not all of these things are sustainable. Throwing out perfectly good items for the sake of having less doesn’t seem as sustainable as adopting full use of them and ensuring their existence as necessary
I think the video is more of a don't buy these in the first place, though if you have stuff like this that's clutter and not useful you can always just donate it to a thrift store or give it to a friend
You can sell stuff, you know....like used? Ebay for used goods didn't die in my country at least
If you don’t use an item it is a waste to keep it & it turns into clutter. Better to move it along to a new home, most people don’t just “toss” their decluttered items.
At my house we tend to use the dishwasher as a drying rack lol - not a lot of plates so we just handwash it all
if you want appliances and there is only one or two of you, get a 7 in 1 toaster/air fryer combo. It has functions for oven, broiler, toaster, air fryer and more. Air fryers alone are huge and take up space in counters or cabinets. These can usually hold 2 servings of food anyways so you won’t make too much
*adds rice cooker to list of appliances *
Place mats help to not damage the table with cups, dishes and utensils. Even to use them to ppace the main food dishes on in the centermof the table when it is a hot dish. A nice wood table can be damaged if abused repeatedly
a lot of people have table cloths for their tables so they don’t get ruined by alcohol, hot pans and dishes, etc. place mats prevent food from gettin on the table cloths so you don’t have to do laundry every time you eat ! :)
Plants don’t really clean the air like that really that much. They’re nice to have tho I love plants they bring me an immense amount of joy
Serving bowls are good for popcorn!!
What about cleaning the oven? Ordinary spray cleaner won't do the job.
Also, place mats are for protecting the table from hot plates, etc., not for easy cleaning.
Omg I am moving next year and number 8 I bought everything you just said but I have a recommendation for everyone if you still wanna purchase those items get smaller versions it will save space 😁I bought a small blender and small waffle maker because it’s me and my boyfriend only so highly recommended that for a smaller household with less space
I'm binge watching videos like these haha. Thanks for the video! At first, some of them I didn't agree with, but to be honest, they make sense! (Like the dish-rack- i do leave them there because they look fine LOL) Also, a lot of people get placemats so the dishes/whatever don't scratch the table, we have a glass table, so it's absolutely necessary to have them! :0
Yeah everyone lives a different life and some things might not work for them. I’m just trying to open people up to really thinking about whether they need an item or not. Thanks for sharing your point of view. I love when people can share their experiences and disagree respectfully 😄
@@AshleyEmbers Yep! To be honest, I might not get a dishrack now, it'll just make me lazy, pfft.(like i said, i leave them there)
And no problem! Your point have view probably have made others question if they really do need and item or not!
Another thing about appliances is you have to clean them. My parents once bought a big elaborate roasting machine. They immediately sold it to someone when they discovered how difficult it was to clean.
Literally just watched the apartment essentials and then seen you uploaded this!!
Devon S hahah that’s awesome timing!!!
I loved a lot of these recommendations, although I couldn’t live without my dish rack 😅 I’m barely surviving working and keeping up with most household chores so the idea of also hand drying my dishes just sounds exhausting but I do agree I don’t like them sitting in the rack when I have guest over.
What ever works for each person. I just wanted people to question the social norm 😊
I laughed at number 5 because I have SO many baking tools I don’t need 🤣 as well as kitchen appliances I don’t even use
I like your advice about the serving dishes. In my family, we always serve food straight from the pot/pan because who wants to clean more dishes??? Haha not me
Thank you for making this video... I'll NOT be getting a dish rack since my apartment comes with a dishwasher
We just found an apartment to move into as a couple, we’re literally just taking what we already own and moving it over, not buying anything new apart from a washing machine, already have a couch, oven etc. already have decorations that we can use and we have plants so I’m happy hahahahaha
We aren’t buying anything new ❤️
I feel like I’m just chatting with a friend watching this. Very chill. Thank you :)
Placemats serve a double purpose, they can be decorative, you dump the crumbs in the trash and toss the mats in the washer. So they protect your table, look cute and help you clean faster 😊
What do you guys use to clean your tub? Nothing can replace AJAX or COMET?
I keep a scrub brush in my tub and scrub it down after every shower. Once a week i'll spray it down with vinegar and use baking soda to get rid of tough soap scum. But if you keep up with a scrubber and disinfect it every once in a while there's no need to use ajax or something like that.
A Dish rack is like a must in my house, can't survive without it
Same here. There’s 8 people and 2 dogs in my house lol
I just found you, and I normally don't comment on videos, but I really vibe with you more than any other youtuber! I love your mindset and this is great advice.
Wow this is so nice! I’m so glad we connect 😊
@@AshleyEmbers me too! I'm binging your videos as we speak, and I love your content. You're the coolest!
So sweet! ❤️
Multifunctional decor items are the ones I regret the least. I regret most of the decorative items I've bought.
Nooo no dish rack? They have cute dish racks. It's so much more efficient for water drainage in wet dishes
I loved this!! Thank you for the advice.
Thank youuu for the videooo ❤
Aw I love your personality! Thanks for these tips !!! I love the one about the dish rack , it really is ugly lol
Watch out for Monday’s video... might be similar to this one 🤫
I love your energy sooo much! And it’s even cooler that you’re similar looking to a dear friend of mine 💛
Place mats can be useful if you us ea tablecloth or have a wooden table. There is a reason they exist.
pan toast is the best
my family must be the only people who use the dish rack lmao it’s usually empty and i put all the dish rack dishes away when i unload the dishwasher
If you moving for the first time I personally suggest getting a toaster oven or microwave but that's me
but placemats help prevent scratches on the table
Great insight 💯
Even this comment section is minimalist, 27 comments man.
wut?
I Agree so much with you
It's so weird yall don't have dishracks in the kitchen cabinets
This was a good video. Moving out in 3 weeks 😄
you are such an underatted youtuber!!!
Thank you!
Not me looking at this stuff 5 years before I can even get a CAR😩👍
I guess I’m a lot more concerned about formaldehyde because I’m allergic to it, but I’m still surprised to see people recommending Pine Sol. Crazy that there are so many products out there with known carcinogens.
Oh yeah I don’t use pine sol anymore
Yay, so helpful!!!
I use serving dishes to mix salads etc
Any tips for someone thats not an attractive person relying on someone gifting me things at my wedding?
Good stuff
Same thing with a dishwasher ! Some people don't even empty or put away the dishes from the dishwasher !
What do you think about using Coca-Cola to clean toilet bowls? I heard some of my friends' mums use those instead of regular toilet bowl cleaner and they say it's a super cheap alternative!
Investing in a nestle like big name? SOUNDS GREAT!!1!
coke is AMAZING for clogs it eats everything
Serving dish, or large cereal bowl? 😏🤔
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Yeeeeeeah being minimalist would never work for me. 🙅🏾♂️ 🙅🏾♀️
Placemats are to protect tablecloths, not tables
nah i just buy everything from ikea...
I'm sorry but as someone who is 40. And has lived on her own for 23 years and moves everyear/year and half you can't really give advice on the subject like this because each person is different, everyone's lifestyle, budget, taste and needs very. What you may need somebody else may not what you don't need somebody else might. And if you're planning to move out you should have a list usually needed items. Having furniture that is multifunctional works best in any home especially if you move a lot except for decor. Doesn't mean you have to buy it right away but you should be aware of that. That way you can take the pieces with you when you move. But all this stuff like not having a dish rack girl I use my dish rack all the time. Unless you're going for cute and aesthetic no one cares. And never give advice on multi-purpose cleaners especially when your house isn't the same as someone else's sometimes you cannot use multi-purpose cleaners on things.. majority of these things are useful if you have kid. I feel this video is just about minimalism.
1:56 where is that couch from? 😍
Table. Cloth. Throw it in the wash with the laundry. Done.
That's why we are mimilist and others are not. I don't even own a tv. I was brainwashed by it enough when I was a kid.
You made me hate minimalism more than I already did. Lol
Uhm... the "minimalism" part in the title is kind'of misleading. Or maybe there are more tipes of minimalism but I doubt it because then there would be no reason for one to call him/herself a minimalist if it can be whatever. I know restraint is a less sexy word but it's really what aspiring minimalism is, it's not minimalism. I guess I was curious to test myself with your list but had some doubts when I realised that I could count 4 useless items behind you in the tumbnail XD
If you wanted the video to be minimalist you could have said everything one sentence.
Dishracks seem so stupid and unnecessary for me since in Finland those are built in cupords above your sink in literally every single apartment
Dish racks are to dry your dishes. Why would you put a dish away while it’s wet? 🤦♀️
I work 80-100 hours a week. I’m not hand drying my dishes.
@@paulagonzalez5286 In Finland, the dish rack is built inside a cupboard with an open bottom so the water drips down onto the sink below. Just google "dish drying cabinet". I had none in the previous apartment and that was super annoying. Either you leave wet dishes out on the table or dry by hand.
I love my placemats.