How do The Minimalists spend their money?

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  • @darlenezeh8145
    @darlenezeh8145 4 роки тому +11

    Would love more short sessions on giving back instead of buying junk. I love that you donate so much time and money.

  • @caroleplattenier
    @caroleplattenier 6 років тому +87

    One of the ways I feel best about spending my money is paying people for a job they are good at and enjoy doing but that you’re not good at or hate. I have a cleaning lady who has come every second week to my house for the past 12 years. I am so grateful for the excellent job she is doing and I trust her blindly with my home. I have occasionally helped her son out with his German lessons (I am a language teacher). Spending money on services and being able to contribute to building a community where people help each other out is for me one of the most rewarding experiences. Same goes with buying your groceries at the local farmers instead of an international supermarket chain with questionable practices, if you see what I mean.

    • @mrhackysack123
      @mrhackysack123 6 років тому

      Caroline L'Eplattenier lol I’m sure that your cleaning lady enjoys cleaning your house, something you’re bad at and hate.

    • @gianglyhotruong2800
      @gianglyhotruong2800 5 років тому

      i like it

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 4 роки тому

      great example ...your helping their family have a living too.

  • @Lashlove16
    @Lashlove16 6 років тому +74

    Anyone else fall in love more and more with the Minimalist ways ? These living room videos are soo easy to process.
    Please always check your charities !!! I am on a board of one and you would be surprised how much actually goes towards the cause . A huge chunk goes to admin .

    • @lisa9867
      @lisa9867 6 років тому

      I give to Pet Smart (I have a dog) they have a charity every time you buy something. I heard that 96% goes to animal shelters. I hope that's true.

    • @Lashlove16
      @Lashlove16 6 років тому

      Lisa I would investigate. I prefer more grass roots type of organizations. Like my cousin works with a local rescue .

    • @Doriesep6622
      @Doriesep6622 6 років тому +1

      Goodwill is a corporation. . Their employees are in "job training" which simply means they get a job for a pittance, and then people "give" their stuff for what apparently is a charity.

    • @Lashlove16
      @Lashlove16 6 років тому +2

      Barefoot Prof Salvation Army
      82 cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army goes toward program services. The average charity spends 75 percent of their budget on programs, while the remaining
      2015
      Goodwill
      More than 87 percent of the collective revenue from the sale of donated
      And they recycle
      PetSmart
      In 2017, we used 90 cents of every dollar directly to help pets in need.
      Charity Navigator is a great way to get your charity rating

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 4 роки тому

      @@Doriesep6622 the problem with Goodwill is they throw out what is donated that they don't sell, i was shocked to learn that when my autistic son worked there , oh and they fired him for not understanding what they wanted him to do , and they are supposed to be there to help the handicap, uh no!

  • @astrik111
    @astrik111 6 років тому +50

    Just by listening, you could tell that they are amazing human beings, is not just about minimalism is also about being humanitarian, what they do for others in need deserves all our respect ✊🏼!!

    • @cherryberry5812
      @cherryberry5812 6 років тому +1

      Janice P yes!! You’re absolutely right!))

  • @ahoardersheart
    @ahoardersheart 6 років тому +28

    Thank you for doing the living room conversations...I loved listening to them. Looking forward to the next series ❤️

  • @joe_zupko
    @joe_zupko 6 років тому +46

    I hate having to buy stuff, but when I do its normally really practical like a headlamp or running shoes.
    I wasn't always this way though, it's a shame looking around your room (before going minimalist) and seeing all the junk, the wasted money, the wasted potential, the wasted hours of your life.

  • @andreaswendt5826
    @andreaswendt5826 6 років тому +2

    Thank you so much for your inspirational content this month and your warm hearts! I have minimized quite a lot and my room now feels more like me. Much love from Germany.

  • @BlizzardonGFS
    @BlizzardonGFS 6 років тому +1

    You guys are amazing people, send so much good energy and help out so many people. I’m glad your able to spread your message so effectively; the world needs more people like you!

  • @Crash-fm4iy
    @Crash-fm4iy 6 років тому +2

    One of the only UA-cam channels that I have a notification for.

  • @willhelliwell
    @willhelliwell 6 років тому +7

    Moving house in a month and really looking forward to going through all my stuff and getting rid of the excess

    • @paulamanie4266
      @paulamanie4266 4 роки тому +1

      Help those you can around u and God will keep blessing you.

  • @Kris-jh2ud
    @Kris-jh2ud 6 років тому

    This series of Livingroom Conversations has been my favorite of all the things you've done thus far. They are short, fun to listen and watch, and add purpose. I was called a minimalist about 14 years ago by a mother of one of my daughter's friends when my daughter was in the third grade. I had never heard the term. I guess I've always been that way. And now it's a big movement. Who knew? 😊

  • @ZottePark
    @ZottePark 6 років тому +6

    Thank you for these *sings badly* Living Room Conversaaattttiiiooonnnsss! They've added value to my day!

  • @susietalks1989
    @susietalks1989 6 років тому +2

    OMG I love the dog in the chair awesome decoration for your background :D

  • @Lomogeek
    @Lomogeek 6 років тому +2

    I really enjoyed these short living room conversations, thank you for taking the time to share with us.
    I kept looking at that adorable plush dog in the chair behind you :)
    My question would be, how do The Minimalists tackle every day mailbox clutter? (like bills and other random junk that comes in the mail)

  • @janinetrinidad265
    @janinetrinidad265 6 років тому

    Wow! Just wow! Finished another one! I listen to your videos before i go to sleep and as i wake up. Every video is very informative. No excess stuff added. Plain simple. Direct interaction. Love it!

  • @milenaarantes
    @milenaarantes 6 років тому +120

    I think that money is to buy experiences because thats what we take with us. More than clothes or other things.

    • @mjfraser04
      @mjfraser04 6 років тому +3

      Take with us where?

    • @Chariots1981
      @Chariots1981 6 років тому +5

      Totally agree. You really can't take things with you. I suddenly realized this when I lost my last parent and on her deathbed, she talked about what she had done. Those memories are the only things that matter at the end IMHO.

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 4 роки тому

      @@mjfraser04 to the other side where your real life starts --this is just boot Camp to learn lessons and evolve.....

    • @mjfraser04
      @mjfraser04 4 роки тому

      @@angelgirldebbiejo How do you know?

  • @rollinsfish3628
    @rollinsfish3628 6 років тому +1

    Concerts add a lot of value to my life! Thank you for the living room conversations. You are a treasure sir! All best from SC.

  • @Chariots1981
    @Chariots1981 6 років тому

    So agree with the idea that time is not replaceable... so I am trying to spend my time in more meaningful ways. Finding videos like these most helpful!

  • @magdalenajosefsson2840
    @magdalenajosefsson2840 6 років тому +15

    I lowerd my inkom by not working as much. It's like I use my money to buy me time, time to do things I love like gardening.

  • @sarahgonzalez4732
    @sarahgonzalez4732 6 років тому +1

    I appreciate these videos so much, currently reading "Everything That Remains" and listen to the podcast at work weekly. Y'all have changed my life for the better both mentally and physically...Bag Lady by Erykah Badu is a fitting song to minimalism.

  • @gerigowers8318
    @gerigowers8318 6 років тому +2

    Just saw you guys on the Dave Ramsey show. What a great combination! Hope to see you there once in a while as I think your messages mesh very well.

  • @heatherjohnson5612
    @heatherjohnson5612 6 років тому +1

    Sooo excited to find you guys for so many reasons! I’m near Dayton in Springfield! Love to see you guys doing so good!

  • @glow15
    @glow15 6 років тому +2

    Thank you! I'll definitely miss the Living Room Conversations and yes, I have learnt and applied a lot from these videos you make!

  • @jill9606
    @jill9606 6 років тому +1

    My gym membership adds so much value to my life. It’s $150/month, which many would say is insane, but the joy and value I get out of it is immeasurable compared to other gyms I’ve tried. My gym is a group of my friends and supporters, it helps me set and strive to achieve personal goals, it pushes me mentally, helps me practice focus and perseverance, it is a great pastime and provides awesome social interaction with like minded people. It provides opportunities for philanthropic donations of time and money through their events as well. I get so much more out of it than just a monotonous exercise that I have to force myself to go do.

  • @freestyler1405
    @freestyler1405 6 років тому

    Hey Josh, i really enjoyed the series and get a LOT of value from it. Thank you so much!
    I spent most of my money for travelling or experiences with my friends.
    Looking forward to your next videos :)
    Greetings from Germany

  • @robertross8565
    @robertross8565 6 років тому +3

    NIce pad. Great idea about thinking beyond yourself and giving back to society. Good on you both.

  • @ablueslenz
    @ablueslenz 6 років тому

    First, Happy Belated Birthday, Joshua! Next, I've been practicing minimalism for several years now and really hope to get to a point where I can financially afford to make a real impact on education in underdeveloped countries. Kudos for the work that The Minimalist do in these other places. #educatorforlife #burdenwithstudentloans

  • @OlivierBL
    @OlivierBL 6 років тому +21

    They buy Eames chairs :p.
    Not judging. I think its nice to invest in furniture if its truly what you want and know that you'll enjoy it for a while and take care of it.

  • @CupOfAwesome
    @CupOfAwesome 6 років тому +3

    I live by the saying "the poor can't afford to be cheap". I am still in debt, and barely getting by paycheck by paycheck, but all things I own are high quality. Higher quality lasts a longer time, and ends up making life easier, and maybe even cheaper.
    My winter jacket is 400e cashmir wool coat. Its super high quality, stays dry in the rain, keeps warm at -30c, looks good enough for formal events, with a suit, but casual enough for every day life. It's the only coat I own, and I think it will last at least 10 years more, maybe 15.
    Same with my winter boots, 300e, Gore tex, warm, steel toe, flexible, real leather, matches the jacket, comfortable to walk, ergonomic, very tough materials, can be used for long distance hiking in the forest at winter, but still looks good enough to wear even at formal events. I doubt they will break any time soon.
    I try to use the same logic with everything I own. The hardest are the electronics, because the quality is not common or easy to find, also it becomes outdated pretty quickly. But the phone I got now seems pretty good. 300e, waterproof, protective case, small, fast enough for common apps. If I don't fuck up royally, it could also last a decade easy.
    I am also always asking myself, what do I actually need.

  • @blushyginger6731
    @blushyginger6731 6 років тому +1

    I'm sad that we won't be seeing Living Room Conversations daily anymore! What a great series. Question for you, if you see it: What is your take on things like store points cards, coupons, rebate codes, store "super cash," and things like that? Do you collect store points anywhere? I go back and forth on this. Sometimes I feel like I'm missing out on saving money if I don't collect points--other times I'm pretty sure it's just incentive to buy more crap. Would love to hear your thoughts!

  • @LouiseFlynn95
    @LouiseFlynn95 6 років тому +17

    I love these videos.

  • @amara560
    @amara560 6 років тому

    I'm loving this series! So refreshing to see these diverse questions answered in a home setting ^_^

  • @dewi9611
    @dewi9611 6 років тому +7

    Hi, I'm Dewi and I'm from Indonesia. I've been following your posts in UA-cam and podcasts in Spotify (I quit my social media so I can't follow you on FB or IG) and I'm trying to be a minimalist since then. I was overwhelmed and I guessed I had anxiety too, so I need to simplify my life and minimalism is one of the ways.
    By focusing on what really matters, I'm being close to God and it gives me some kind of peacefulness.
    My question is, do you think that being a minimalist makes us more religious? Or by being religious it makes you to be a minimalist? Because my religion taught me (by the way, I'm a Muslim) to life simple, to not wasting things, and also, of course, give charity as much as you can to help others. And do you think minimalism and giving charity like you mentioned in the video give a huge effect in your life?
    Thanks a lot and I hope you read and respond my comments :)

    • @Ldarkness1110
      @Ldarkness1110 6 років тому

      Dewi religious is a kind of belief, but minimalism will some how leads to the way of being religious. Of course minimalism leads to big effect to our life, make us more cherish the value of items we own, having better relationship with people, and like you mentioned, peaceful feeling in life. (Just my opinion, sorry if any offense)

    • @paulhanson6008
      @paulhanson6008 6 років тому

      Hi Dewi, Hope you are well and your anxiety has reduced.

    • @FreedomFROMReligionID
      @FreedomFROMReligionID 4 роки тому

      I am also from Indonesia, and I am into minimalism, but I am an exmuslim (murtad). I was into sufism and stuff because I was learning how to live a simple life and tasawwuf / sufism is about that. However, then I realized that all religions are man-made, so I am definitely not religious anymore (I'm an atheist). And honestly, I am more peaceful now.

  • @MariaEnidGreen
    @MariaEnidGreen 6 років тому

    Thank you so much for inspiring me to get out of debt and also help my community!

  • @maike2356
    @maike2356 6 років тому

    Thank you for sharing this part of your story. It's amazing and inspiring.

  • @Eskalofrio
    @Eskalofrio 6 років тому +5

    Do you have a budget
    Like certain money goes for bills,food etc?

  • @strawberryjpeg6000
    @strawberryjpeg6000 6 років тому

    I love living room conversations 😊😊 also happy birthday!!

  • @ajoyfulsound5311
    @ajoyfulsound5311 5 років тому

    I like to spend money on courses! I love learning new things and online courses are so convenient. I'm still in my decluttering debt phase so not much goes to extras...when I do want to splurge I'll get some 'fancier' groceries and make a more special supper for my family.....oh! and travel-that's worthwhile spending to me :)

  • @altavill
    @altavill 6 років тому

    Awesome content! You are have been very helpful.

  • @amandaj2888
    @amandaj2888 6 років тому

    I’ve really enjoyed these smaller snippets, much easier for me to listen to 👍

  • @manuelelzer2310
    @manuelelzer2310 6 років тому

    Loving you highlighting effective charities :)

  • @KM-nq7ez
    @KM-nq7ez 4 роки тому

    What beautiful ways to make the world a better place....❤️🙏❤️

  • @patdennis2586
    @patdennis2586 6 років тому +3

    Maybe Ryan could do a month of Conversations by himself!

  • @terilynnreese4871
    @terilynnreese4871 Рік тому

    I am really interested in how you determine if something is worth the time and effort to sell or when just getting it out of the space is better?

  • @drhungry1744
    @drhungry1744 6 років тому

    Wow.. Eames Lounge Chair.. 👍👍
    Be a minimalist so I can buy really nice and high quality stuff.. Gotta love sitting in my Eames lounge chair, in my tiny house, sipping a cup of cappuccino that I make with my La Marzocco machine.. 😎😎

  • @katinkaza
    @katinkaza 6 років тому +1

    Love these video series ❤️

  • @strawberryjpeg6000
    @strawberryjpeg6000 6 років тому

    I love living room conversations 😊😊

  • @finesse1570
    @finesse1570 6 років тому

    Your charity is much appreciated 👍👍👍

  • @LinetteArroyo
    @LinetteArroyo 6 років тому

    Food and travel are my go to ways to spend money👌🏼☺️

  • @jwc56
    @jwc56 6 років тому

    Please do a discussion on effectively saving and investing money.

  • @isabellavasquez9357
    @isabellavasquez9357 6 років тому

    thank you for your tips and insight!

  • @lemontree9019
    @lemontree9019 6 років тому

    Thank you for the ideas

  • @kevinandersson2133
    @kevinandersson2133 6 років тому

    You guys got a beautiful livingroom 👍

  • @ThousandTimesBefore
    @ThousandTimesBefore 6 років тому

    I spend most money on good, healthy food and experiences including travels. Those definitely add a lot of value to my life :)

  • @kavinboylah
    @kavinboylah 6 років тому

    These are very informative !

  • @ከአድማስባሻገር-ኈ5መ
    @ከአድማስባሻገር-ኈ5መ 5 років тому

    God Bless you Sir for putting Humans First in your Life and even getting happy everyday I guess!!

  • @priusa8113
    @priusa8113 5 років тому

    Please link the names of the charities that use the money donated wisely.thanks for adding value to my life!:):)

  • @minimalistinlife
    @minimalistinlife 6 років тому

    Brilliant answer

  • @4nki
    @4nki 6 років тому

    Do you keep the original package of new bought electronics? In case it busts and you have to send it back for repairing.

  • @alanwelsh3068
    @alanwelsh3068 6 років тому

    Eames Lounge Chair, very nice :)

  • @obuchonrealestate
    @obuchonrealestate 6 років тому

    I’m a serious minimalist to, and I’ve been struggeling with the fact that I spend a lot of my money on my Eames furniture and expensive basic furniture, but seeing the Eames chair, the book case and the sofa.. ooh my god I love it! Goodbye guilt feelings. Thank you so much for this video!

  • @cstar6682
    @cstar6682 6 років тому +14

    What criteria do you use for the books you have kept?

    • @joaofernandes5217
      @joaofernandes5217 6 років тому +1

      Its was valuable to you? Did you put it in practice? And so on.

    • @AO-nr7kl
      @AO-nr7kl 6 років тому +2

      I keep the books I want to read again. I read a lot of history books and if I enjoyed the book enough to read it again I keep it. If I don't read it again in the next year I almost always give it away.

  • @tanjalentzy1337
    @tanjalentzy1337 6 років тому +1

    you are amazing. thank you!!

  • @AprilSnow3121
    @AprilSnow3121 6 років тому

    Is there going to be a pay pal option to donate to the Dayton Gem City project (besides the credit card option)?

  • @CorrieCharlotte
    @CorrieCharlotte 6 років тому

    You are so amazing and inspiring

  • @bamaloo6791
    @bamaloo6791 6 років тому +1

    Soooo where did you get that husky toy on the chair? :)

  • @drewpanipinto8539
    @drewpanipinto8539 5 років тому +3

    Answer: Intentionally.

  • @aleksandrabomba6158
    @aleksandrabomba6158 6 років тому

    Hello Guys! Thank You for all You do with spreading minimalism :) Very important question for me - buying an apartment with getting huge mortgage or renting one? A little bit of background - I am come from Poland - a country that is developing fast but had a chapter of communism. This is why we have very deep connection with ownership - instead of borrowing a thing from a neighbour, we rather buy and own it. I see my friends getting huge mortgages for buying apartments and I see how this fact is changing them and their life atitude. They become different people. I am debt free (in Poland best colleges are mostly for free - You are good enough to get in so You don't pay). And I love being debt free. But I know that each month I am "giving my flat's owner salary" which I could give to the bank for buying apartment. So - buying and mortgage or renting? Thank You guys and have a good day:)

  • @elliottking976
    @elliottking976 6 років тому

    What’s your investment strategy for retirement?

  • @josephadkins549
    @josephadkins549 6 років тому

    I’m from Troy OH and I’ve seen the whole area go down. I had no idea about how bad Dayton is.

  • @hoojv91
    @hoojv91 6 років тому

    Greetings!
    I would like to know if you buy any insurance?
    Such as health insurance.
    Do you think its necessary?

  • @frankm.2850
    @frankm.2850 6 років тому

    Josh, I'd be interested to know what your and Ryan's three favorite books are that are about Minimalism, but don't address it explicitly (ie think more Walden, less Life Changing Magic).

  • @williambhoe
    @williambhoe 3 роки тому

    Maybe christmas gift giving and getting could also be gifting donations.

  • @sophiasummer7339
    @sophiasummer7339 6 років тому

    I love your bookshelf! Where is it from?

    • @BrockFlores
      @BrockFlores 6 років тому

      Nat Julia design within reach

  • @salmanrasyidthalib
    @salmanrasyidthalib 6 років тому

    Can you explain to me the term of "add value to my life" ?

  • @kaseycentanni753
    @kaseycentanni753 6 років тому

    what about food ?? do you ever stock pile food or cooking supplies?

  • @the_Swedish_Zebra
    @the_Swedish_Zebra 6 років тому

    If i have money left over after paying my bills i love to by my self fresh flowers to put on the dinner table. 😊

  • @laureenagyemang5424
    @laureenagyemang5424 6 років тому

    Does minimalism have a continuum?.
    Such as an extreme minimalist/Average minimalist/ hoarder

  • @ernststravoblofeld
    @ernststravoblofeld 6 років тому

    Probably spent a good chunk on that Eames lounge chair. Good fakes are easily $1500.

  • @julianrengifo1023
    @julianrengifo1023 6 років тому

    How Many time do you spent in get out of debt?, and whats the best advice?

    • @joe_zupko
      @joe_zupko 6 років тому +1

      Julian Rengifo Depends on how deep you are and how much you make honestly. Check out some vids by Dave Ramsey. Gotta get weird and live like you're broke for a while, otherwise you're doomed.

  • @danayperezperez7397
    @danayperezperez7397 6 років тому

    I spend my money with people in need and basic bills such as phone and house.

  • @Raul619Meza
    @Raul619Meza 6 років тому +2

    Does anyone know which manufacturer makes that black chair in the background? I need a new chair, and that chair is exactly what I am looking for. Thanks.

    • @melissat2951
      @melissat2951 6 років тому +3

      Eames chair: store.hermanmiller.com/living/lounge-chairs-and-ottomans/eames-lounge-chair-and-ottoman/5667.html?lang=en_US&

    • @macaronblanc9522
      @macaronblanc9522 6 років тому +2

      Melissa T pretty expensive for a minimalist....^^

    • @Raul619Meza
      @Raul619Meza 6 років тому +1

      Whoa, I need to start saving even more now haha. I'll have to find an alternative or find something used.

    • @OlivierBL
      @OlivierBL 6 років тому

      Raul Meza you can probably find imitations for a quarter of the price...

    • @BenjaminRybolt
      @BenjaminRybolt 6 років тому

      Manhattan Home Design makes a more affordable Eames lounge chair. Check out their website.

  • @ameliacarrier7678
    @ameliacarrier7678 6 років тому

    What did your closet look like when you lived in Missoula?

  • @MrPrentissDJones
    @MrPrentissDJones 6 років тому

    I think you should spend it with the understanding that you can’t afford cheap stuff. Really think about what I’m saying, because we live in such a throwaway economy.

  • @venusathena3560
    @venusathena3560 6 років тому

    make video about your job or how you get a money please

  • @Randomsae
    @Randomsae 6 років тому +1

    "when I was in the corporate world, I didn't feel like I was contributing in the way I should have." Many people will fool themselves unto believing that if you're living the expected norm, you are somehow not providing any benefit to society. You see that a lot with people who quit their jobs, travel, or move out of their apartment and into a motored vehicle. There's this stigma that says the very minimum you could do for society is get a job working for someone else and get a paycheck to spend on yourself. It's ironic and sad to see people seen as "stealing from society" when they may in fact be doing far greater for the world simply because they aren't trapped in the mindset of living like everyone else

  • @BlindNoir
    @BlindNoir 6 років тому

    What book shelf is that?

  • @emailme6785
    @emailme6785 6 років тому +1

    I can't hear u with my heater on. I have to choose between your video or sitting in 3° Celsius

  • @williambhoe
    @williambhoe 3 роки тому

    I just gave away an IKEA husky like that one

  • @louhworkscollectibles6031
    @louhworkscollectibles6031 6 років тому

    Ummm how did the minimilist handle a heart break?

  • @venusathena3560
    @venusathena3560 6 років тому +5

    that dogo tho...

  • @antbanks415
    @antbanks415 6 років тому

    who was that white girl in the beginning of the video?

  • @freddyrodriguez1196
    @freddyrodriguez1196 6 років тому

    Books.

  • @jennysamiley5652
    @jennysamiley5652 6 років тому

    Reinvest the money I saved

  • @lastcall9998
    @lastcall9998 6 років тому

    June 30, 2108 and you guys (I mean lots of youtube guys) still make videos with the camera microphone, it's unbelievable: this leads to lots of imbalance among videos, some too loud, some too quiet or not that well defined, too much room echo/verb kills audio definition so you have to turn the volume up to understand better, then you go to another video and the video is too loud, you have to turn it down, never ending journey... even some earpods (iphone's for example) give you the ability to record more directly your voice into your videos, come on, it's super easya and cheap.

  • @mariocastell5883
    @mariocastell5883 5 років тому

    Hi, if you keep your money you have to pay more taxes to the usa gov . And if you get divorced your wife take the half part of all. And pay the lawyer , by the way, i am a lawyers , ..... be happy my friend .