there is something very different about you. You're not like so called 'breath of fresh air'. You're like 'breath of normal air but super chill and no particular agenda to prove'. Its refreshing! Kudos!!
Actually had a house fire several years ago. The home was a total loss. Unbelievable how quickly flames engulf everything. There is no time to go get things you think you want to save. You get your family (and pets if you have them) and get out!
I'm sorry you had to go through this! I on the other hand had an accident and lost my health for a while, I kinda consider my body my home (No I'm not homeless it's just my mind lives in my body) and it was a very tough experience
Had the same experience. Glad we were all safe and shit. At that point, you realize what's important in life is life and friends who can donate their clothes and blankets.
This has actually been an obsessive thought of mine since I was around 12. Having our home destroyed by a fire is my worst case scenario, I still run through my “save list” on a monthly basis. Over the years I’ve narrowed it down to: Family, pets, document box (because, though not impossible, it would be a pain in the butt to get all our certificates replaced), phones, laptops. The list used to be a lot longer but, not surprisingly, it was easy to cut down once I actively started practicing minimalism and releasing my emotional attachment to objects. Even if we do loose everything, I’ve finally feel like I’m in a mental place where I could deal with it, as long as all our family is safe! Love all your videos!!!
Hannah Amos I obsessed over this when I was really young but that was so long ago. I wonder why it stuck around for you into adulthood. It’s a complex trauma to contemplate, but usually the fascination dissipates over time. Seems like we just worry about random shit our whole lives and that’s what holds people back.
When I was young I actually thought that if my house would have burnt, I would be okay with. That's probably because I always felt like I have too much stuff, but didn't know how to get rid of all of it. If my house would have burnt, I wouldn't have to think about it (I know it's kinda not okay but I was young 🤷♀️)
This channel is actually great. Started downsizing this year and really discovering some basic minimalism. Definitely inspired to clear out again when I move next month.
I really don’t know how I watched all your videos but one thing than I’m sure and that is this channel the best quality content about minimalism. Thank you for your great effort on this platform.
Your channel is so refreshing! After being bombarded with content that's filled with over used color correction, blaring background music, obnoxious humor and constant advertisement placement or the good ol "subscribe, like and comment" lines. It's a breath of fresh air when something like this exists. I'm glad i stumbled upon your channel. Side note. I found it odd at first when you sign off with "Til next time" and click your tongue. Since that's how I usually say a farewell to someone. Just one of those small things
During a cross country move in a howling winter storm of snow and ice, I watched our moving truck flip and roll, which was being driven by 2 loved ones. NOT A SINGLE OBJECT in the truck mattered when compared to the value of human life. Both loved ones walked away from that incident miraculously. I've also experienced the aftermath of a house fire which happened when I was not home. In the end, things are things. Memories are yours to keep. Loved ones are irreplacable (people, animals, plants)...
I've actually gone through this process in the face of a hurricane (we saved the kids.) Afterwards I saw no reason to replace all the stuff. My husband wanted to replace it all with way bigger stuff. Marriage ended. Stuff. ✌
I feel you on the PC, but first thing I'd think about is my credit cards, then the PC. If my place was burning down I'd need help, and nobody helps you if you're poor.
you've gained 8k since i started following you last week. I'm so impressed & you absolutely deserve it! :) update: she's gained 7k more since I made this comment? shook
The videos and channel are showing up as recommended, I generally watch prepper shows, scammers getting scammed, how to adhd, and some other randomness and this showed up. There’s another who is extreme minimalist who is showing up too but she’s not as relatable IMO
really enjoy watching your videos! super concise yet unique concept, so different from any other youtube videos I've watched. Keep up the awesome work!
Wow! 20K! I was here when you had around 500! Great, people see your quality! I love how you always make us wonder about life. That is your magic. Thank you for that!
Lefie I’m a multimedia journalist, and I record audio in my phone with a lavaliere mic and then match it up with the on-camera audio in post production.
@Jason Packer This is the right answer. Although the echo of your house will always be troublesome. Maybe the lavalier mic would be better in those cases since the camera is far away, but I'd still try it out first with the Rode.
Glad I found you! Love your personality and content. Videos are short and super straight. You get the point and then " till next time". Don't feel like wasting my time on some random videos that never get to the point. Keep going!
I know what I would grab if there was a fire. I've known for years. 4 things. 1-laptop bag (contains laptop, charger, usbs and some pens and notebook) 2- handbag (contains wallet, phone, portable charger and keys) 3- accordion folder that contains all my paperwork. 4- My overnight/emergency bag (contains 2 sets of clothes and basic toiletries) I always have this packed in case I need to go somewhere. I don't like to suddenly have to pack things so I consider it necessary for my life. I have used this bag many times. I have tried to live minimally for several years now. I consider these 4 objects to be my most important as I can live off only these. Whilst they do contain other things, I like the simplicity of only ever having to grab 4 things rather than bundle everything up to go anywhere.
This video came up at the right time it seems. I just stopped with my current studies, and I will work... I have never worked before, and somehow it feels a bit depressing, like it's a step down from university. Okay, I am rambling. Point is I really liked what you said at the end, 'What's the stuff you actually value?'. I am going to be thinking about that... Thank you
When I was six years old, the kitchen in my house burned down. I was the first one to spot the fire, then I run to get my mom and one year old sister. I thought, at the time, that the entire house was going to burn, that the whole building was going to collapse... I had been playing with a little glass chicken when it happened, and once we were out on the street the only thing I would say, looking at that little glass toy, was "this is the only thing I saved!" over and over. Now it sounds silly, but at the time it felt like my biggest faillure... That there were so many important stuff in that house and I didn't reach for any of them. I Just ran to my mom and sister. This video made me realize why that was such a pivot time in the formation of my psyche and maybe why I want but struggle so much with letting things go... That little glass chicken became so important to me, so vital, yet such a reminder of my inadequacy, that from that moment on I placed my things on a pedestal, my things became my memories and I couldn't get rid of my memories, even the painful or stupid ones. But then this video made me realize another thing. I didn't only save that glass chicken. I saved the two most important women in my life. And that makes means I didn't fail after all.
Like a lot of other people commenting, I’ve binged all of your videos and I am IN LOVE with your editing, messages, humor. I don’t know what I did to deserve stumbling upon this channel. Keep up the amazing work. -kenz
That's weird... The burning house idea is actually what I did when I was a kid tidying my room for the night. I always prepped a bag with my favorite toy, book and snacks and put it next to my bed, just in case something happened... Looking back, I guess I was pretty aware as a child !
I thought that the black screen at 2:23 represented the lights being switched off when you die, I didn't realize it was a glitch. Your channel was recommended to me by UA-cam yesterday and I'm glad to have found it, your videos are great!
My only things I would grab is my two cats (irreplacable), and my purse (identification). That's it. Everything else can be replaced. I don't have any physical items that are one of a kind or are sentimental to me. I'm sitting here looking around my apartment, and I honestly can't pick out one item that I would truly be heartbroken to have to give up. (Dont get me wrong, all of my stuff has function or makes me happy, but it's just stuff.)
Just subscribed to your channel and also watched a couple of your older videos! Really loved how you take difficult topics and make videos on them with such ease! Keep up the good work!
I'm going to add another comment to the one I just posted because fire safety is very important to me: I want to encourage people to not have anything in a place that would block or slow your access to doors and windows if you have to get out fast in an emergency. I want to encourage people to look around in the places where you go to school, work or elsewhere so you know to get out in an emergency.---When the ocean liner Empress of Ireland sank rapidly at night in 1914, many of the survivors were from the crew and not because they didn't try to help the passengers who were unfamiliar with the ship's deck plan (the Empress had sailed only hours before) but because they had been instructed to know the ship's layout so well that they could get out on the open deck even in darkness. Even a little knowledge and preparation can save our lives.
I watched all your videos in the past 1-2 hours. :D u were on my front page...i saw the word minimalism, watched one video and u are just what i needed. Im so tired of all the people that do the konmari only on their closet and just to make space for a bunch of new stuff. :) love ur content. only thing is: music parts are too loud for me.. greetz from germany where the spring is finally arriving
I watch alot of minimalist videos. Your channel is different in a good way. Most of my stuff is always packed or stored in a way that can be grabbed and be loaded up in the car, but the first things I'm grabbing is all of my camping gear which is always packed ready to go. Awesome video!
The Burning House was my absolute favorite and I still think about it sometimes because I really think it boils down the 'Do I really need any of this stuff that is SUFFOCATING ME?!!!' problem I have. I found it a few years after a hurricane had rolled through and destroyed most of our household including all of my favorite books in a flood. As a result I'm pretty laid back about all of it disappearing in a natural disaster and me being fine because that's how it was for me. Then it's just like a practical question too, like, maybe I should start adulting better and put my documents I want to grab in an easy to grab and go kinda space?? Instead of the mess my papers are in reality haha. I had no idea it was the same person that did all of that, that's amazing!
I literally watched all your videos in two days and last time I was watching you were at 9.1k. I love to see your mindset and vocalizing it for the rest of us and your personality and creativity are awesome! Keep up the awesome content, we all love watching!
Like everyone else, I binged your videos. They're so entertaining and the shooting/editing is great. You seem so cool, I wish I could know you in person. Keep up the good work!
"I'd have to choose my health over getting their approval" - this struck such a chord. One of my oldest friends wants me to stay living in this town which I never wanted to move back to, have always planned to leave, and which I am quite sure is damaging my health both physical and mental. He meanwhile hasn't visited it in ten years and hasn't seen how it's changed and I want to leave. Thank you for that insight!
Years ago, I watched a silly (but enjoyable) romantic comedy with Amy Adams and Matthew Goode entitled Leap Year. He asks her, "Your house is on fire, and you have 30 seconds...what would you save?" That stuck with me for many years. Since then, I have tried to detach from my material possessions. Yes, I enjoy them, but if it is a matter of saving myself vs. my possessions, I would probably just grab my wallet and my husband.
Hi. You got recommended to me this afternoon and I've watched most of your videos by now. You share valuable insights, bring it with a very down to earth attitude and some of the things you mention are very relatable. I'm moving to a new place soon and I'm taking the opportunity to thoroughly filter my belongings - but I didn't know WHY I wanted to do that. Your insights helped me to think things through, where I wouldn't have thought of certain things or processes in the first place. Thank you for sharing!
Your videos are so calming for my anxiety, except this one haha. Of course I did get anxious thinking about my house burning and what will I take (my camera, I am photographer and I am poor so I cannot invest another 4,000 dollars on a camera and lens) I think anything other than my income and passion source, I could let the rest burn. It will be hard to start over but I will be fine. Makes me think about all of the things I own but I can live without. Thank you for another wonderful video!
I really love this perspective. I've been minimizing my possessions for about three years and the waves of decluttering are so random, but than maybe not- they tend to come about when I feel severely stressed. It helps me cope. I have gotten rid of some things that I would have told myself in the past I could NEVER part with. I've learned (so far) that any item I own, although I may really enjoy it, is totally ok to be without. The the only "things" (but not things) I would grab would be my kid and my pug!
I live in Northern California, and had to make this decision last November. 1. My kids, 2. then pets and supplies 3. Photos and documents 4. Due to textile allergies, I had to pack my clothes too. 5. Quilts Luckily, I only had to evacuate for one night. My house remained safe.
I love your videos and the style in which you do them, which is refreshingly simple and elegant. you have a great personality and i know this channel is gonna grow exponentially. keep doing what you do, and i look forward to the content you'll put out
Thank you for not only thinking outside the box, but outside the storage unit in which the box is sitting. 😄 Your content is always so creative and yet sooo practical and useful. I’m doing this exercise as soon as I stop typing. 😉
Oops, this has been in my thought since 12 when the apartment building beside ours burned and the next year the other side building burned too. I'm 27 now, and maybe that's why the thought of minimalism appealed to me so much. Well, if ever there will be fire, I don't think I will be ever be prepared. Because what I did last time was just go out. And didn't grab anything.
I adore your videos. I discovered your channel fairly recently and I've watched every single one by now, you have such interesting takes on "trending" topics and I love your views on minimalism, plus your personality is very entertaining! Keep it up!
I've gone through this experiment a few times before. There have been times when I've thought, "I must keep it all!!" ...now I can't think of a physical item I'd take that couldn't be replaced somehow. Someone once told me they'd grab shoes and a coat at least. This seems reasonable. I could replace my shoes and coat, but it won't happen too fast if I just had a fire destroy everything. I love your thought on preserving that which is nonphysical, but I didn't think of that, so here are the physical items I'd ensure the safety of: 1) My Bible (not just because I'm religious, but also because mine is a beautiful turquoise ish and you don't just find that anywhere, lol) 2) A certain jar filled with some flowers my sister preserved from my dad's funeral. 3) A coat 4) A pair of shoes 5) a blanket my mom crocheted for me when I was a kid 6) My ID 7) My phone 8) My phone's charger 9) My Dad's funeral card 10) Another blanket The list changes now and then. Ideally I would be wearing clothes besides my coat and shoes, but eh. I could live without most of these things, so in the case of a real fire, I don't think I'd grab anything I didn't already have on me. Just book it.
trying to get rid of stuff because I hate having useless junk and your advice of "imagine it burned up, would you buy a new one?" actually really helps me realize that i don't really WANT to keep things. i just feel like i should because I already have it
I have thought about this off and on for years. I’m in Year 9 of my minimalist journey though I backslide. I have taken pix of all my most prized possessions that aren’t living beings like my Great Grandmother’s bowl and my mother’s Mary and baby Jesus statue etc. If something happens, at least I will still have an image.
I live in an 18 square meters apartment, which is provided me by the student organization of Oslo. I had a 35 square meters apartment in another city than the one I was studying in, but I wanted to be close to school and the people I surround myself with. Recently (which happens rather frequently, if I am to believe the rumors, and I do) the fire alarm went off in the entire building. I took my time putting my suit on, but on considering if I was to bring anything in case this was "the real deal" for once, I didn't bring anything. The external hard drive, my MacBook Air and my electric guitar were the only two objects which went through my mind. But I figured I'd get by without them. So I realized: in spite of having gotten rid of everything which is excess to my life, I'd still get by if my current possessions burned up
Done. I watched all of your videos in one sitting. I loved them, thank you for the fantastic experience so far. Also, your duplication effects are seamless. When I make them, they are always a bit wonky and all over the place, I really enjoyed yours! What would I save from my burning house? Well, if I look around right now... I don't think I need anything... I could repurchase everything I use daily, I only have like 70 items including clothes right now. Mostly clothes XD. All my works, projects are in the cloud. I would probably wake my family and dial the local emergency number on the landline phone, and help get everybody out safely. Maaaaybe I'll get my wallet from the drawer, because that has all my documents and my credit card, because that was a huuuge pain in the butt to get here in Hungary... Other than that, I think I would even be happy, that my smartphone burned up. I'm trying to find a reason to get rid of it, and get a flip phone or a Nokia 8110 4G, but I currently can't because I need it to make art.
Umm, I'm a fan after stumbling across your videos today...talk about fun yet clear messages...I've already watched about 5. I think the short and sweet presentation works a treat!👌🏽😊
Love it Lefie! To make this exercise even more challenging, set the alarm to 5 minutes and try to collect all the things in your house you would want to save from the flames. Pure adrenaline! 😅
Yup, you don’t get a new body. Well, at least until you pop back into earth with another one. Non material is where it’s at! Coffee pots are helpful, even that could be lived without.
Love this idea- definitely some food for thought and something to discuss with my partner (who tends to be more attached to material items than I am). So happy I found your channel!
Truth be told, I think about this every month or so. I’d take my cat (first and foremost), my gray folder (all my important documents), and a tiny box that has all the sentimental things from my childhood. It may seem silly, but I hold onto my childhood with a relentless grip. It’s what I miss the most in life, and what makes me smile on the worst of days. My clothes, my tech, and everything else can burst into flames, I don’t care. Lol
I HAD A FIRE!... by the way... it moves so quick you don’t have time to think about objects you have 5 minutes to grab and go. Until it happened, I had this idea I’d grab XYZ in a fire... I always thought I’d grab my purse and my dogs paw print and this frog that my grandma gave me... but you know what?! I caught my oven on fire cuz there was this pizza box I didn’t know was there. However, I didn’t think I could stop the fire and all I could think was about my three pets and my husband. I didn’t give a shit about the rest of the house! I wanted my loved ones safe. I think I did grab my purse but it was on the way out the door
Hi, I'm from Brazil and I'm moving across the world now, to be more specific I moving to Korea. And I'm kind of getting this minimalist thing watching your videos. So you're helping me out. By the way your videos are really cool! Thanks.
My priorities: 1. Health: _Nutrition and Locomotion_ 2. Security: _Every right of the current federal, state and municipal laws_ _Lack of harassment_ 3. Friendship: _Mutual self-disclosure, mutual care and shared activity_ 4. Superiority: _High esteem of my value and my efficiency_ 5. Productive work
I had a fear of fires/hurricanes/etc. as a kid. I kept a backpack with my favorite photos and some essentials packed and ready at all times, and I would update the pack often. Now I'm a minimalist. Maybe being aware of disaster is, in a sad and emotional way, kind of good for showing us that we don't need to be so materialistic.
there is something very different about you. You're not like so called 'breath of fresh air'. You're like 'breath of normal air but super chill and no particular agenda to prove'. Its refreshing! Kudos!!
_"do i save my incense sticks or do i let my house burn with a lovely aroma?"_
I've been binge-watching all your videos over the past few days, you have a great personality!
Why thank you, peachgirl! 😊
I agree. Mesmerizing
same! I'm so glad I found this channel because it has very interesting content; completely different from anything else I've seen.
Me too! Binged all together.
It' great content!
everyone is thinking the same thing
Just grab a cup of tea and say everything is fine.
...and there's the Brit. ;-)
This is fine.
@@MusclesandBooks I'm pretty sure it's a.meme reference
The fire started from the electric kettle
Actually had a house fire several years ago. The home was a total loss. Unbelievable how quickly flames engulf everything. There is no time to go get things you think you want to save. You get your family (and pets if you have them) and get out!
That is sad. I hope everything is fine
Exactly
I'm sorry you had to go through this! I on the other hand had an accident and lost my health for a while, I kinda consider my body my home (No I'm not homeless it's just my mind lives in my body) and it was a very tough experience
I second the motion, Laura. Fire can spread so fast. I heard that from an expert that if a fire can't be contained in 30 seconds--get out ASAP.
Had the same experience. Glad we were all safe and shit. At that point, you realize what's important in life is life and friends who can donate their clothes and blankets.
This has actually been an obsessive thought of mine since I was around 12. Having our home destroyed by a fire is my worst case scenario, I still run through my “save list” on a monthly basis. Over the years I’ve narrowed it down to: Family, pets, document box (because, though not impossible, it would be a pain in the butt to get all our certificates replaced), phones, laptops. The list used to be a lot longer but, not surprisingly, it was easy to cut down once I actively started practicing minimalism and releasing my emotional attachment to objects. Even if we do loose everything, I’ve finally feel like I’m in a mental place where I could deal with it, as long as all our family is safe! Love all your videos!!!
Hannah Amos I obsessed over this when I was really young but that was so long ago. I wonder why it stuck around for you into adulthood. It’s a complex trauma to contemplate, but usually the fascination dissipates over time. Seems like we just worry about random shit our whole lives and that’s what holds people back.
When I was young I actually thought that if my house would have burnt, I would be okay with. That's probably because I always felt like I have too much stuff, but didn't know how to get rid of all of it. If my house would have burnt, I wouldn't have to think about it (I know it's kinda not okay but I was young 🤷♀️)
I literally found you about two hours ago, and I am crushin' HARD.
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A H H S AM E
Seriously same 😂
Same....
I'm not sure what it is but it has me in a constant state of confusion and desire to come back for more
Well first I would grab my fiance because he could sleep through anything.
my too😉😁
Haha thats so me
Funny
I'm like that. I sleep through everything. Maybe I should get a boyfriend, as a matter of saftey. 😐
This channel is actually great. Started downsizing this year and really discovering some basic minimalism. Definitely inspired to clear out again when I move next month.
I really don’t know how I watched all your videos but one thing than I’m sure and that is this channel the best quality content about minimalism. Thank you for your great effort on this platform.
Your channel is so refreshing! After being bombarded with content that's filled with over used color correction, blaring background music, obnoxious humor and constant advertisement placement or the good ol "subscribe, like and comment" lines. It's a breath of fresh air when something like this exists. I'm glad i stumbled upon your channel.
Side note. I found it odd at first when you sign off with "Til next time" and click your tongue. Since that's how I usually say a farewell to someone. Just one of those small things
During a cross country move in a howling winter storm of snow and ice, I watched our moving truck flip and roll, which was being driven by 2 loved ones. NOT A SINGLE OBJECT in the truck mattered when compared to the value of human life. Both loved ones walked away from that incident miraculously. I've also experienced the aftermath of a house fire which happened when I was not home. In the end, things are things. Memories are yours to keep. Loved ones are irreplacable (people, animals, plants)...
I've actually gone through this process in the face of a hurricane (we saved the kids.) Afterwards I saw no reason to replace all the stuff. My husband wanted to replace it all with way bigger stuff. Marriage ended. Stuff. ✌
Stuff. ✌️
wait so I wasnt supposed to burn my house down?
I would save
1. my cat
2. my desktop pc
I feel you on the PC, but first thing I'd think about is my credit cards, then the PC. If my place was burning down I'd need help, and nobody helps you if you're poor.
@@couleurful phone's stored with the cards in my case anyway
you've gained 8k since i started following you last week. I'm so impressed & you absolutely deserve it! :)
update: she's gained 7k more since I made this comment? shook
I don't understand how its even possible.. with this few videos..
@@sainaganbold2142 This channel has been recommended to be by other similar channels
WHERE ARE THEY ALL COMING FROM, rynadin?!?!
Lefie well deserved channel growth
The videos and channel are showing up as recommended, I generally watch prepper shows, scammers getting scammed, how to adhd, and some other randomness and this showed up. There’s another who is extreme minimalist who is showing up too but she’s not as relatable IMO
I just love your minimal house..so calming.
really enjoy watching your videos! super concise yet unique concept, so different from any other youtube videos I've watched. Keep up the awesome work!
Wow! 20K! I was here when you had around 500! Great, people see your quality! I love how you always make us wonder about life. That is your magic. Thank you for that!
sometimes i can't understand what are you saying through echo of your house :(
(but i love how funny your videos are)
Yes! Please, I need HELP! Can anyone recommend a mic / audio set up of some sort? I keep reading contradicting reviews and don't know who to trust...
Lefie I’m a multimedia journalist, and I record audio in my phone with a lavaliere mic and then match it up with the on-camera audio in post production.
@@Lefie putting more stuff in your house will reduce the echo :P
@Jason Packer I'm using a Sony A7iii.
@Jason Packer This is the right answer. Although the echo of your house will always be troublesome. Maybe the lavalier mic would be better in those cases since the camera is far away, but I'd still try it out first with the Rode.
Glad I found you! Love your personality and content. Videos are short and super straight. You get the point and then " till next time". Don't feel like wasting my time on some random videos that never get to the point. Keep going!
I know what I would grab if there was a fire. I've known for years. 4 things.
1-laptop bag (contains laptop, charger, usbs and some pens and notebook)
2- handbag (contains wallet, phone, portable charger and keys)
3- accordion folder that contains all my paperwork.
4- My overnight/emergency bag (contains 2 sets of clothes and basic toiletries) I always have this packed in case I need to go somewhere. I don't like to suddenly have to pack things so I consider it necessary for my life. I have used this bag many times.
I have tried to live minimally for several years now. I consider these 4 objects to be my most important as I can live off only these. Whilst they do contain other things, I like the simplicity of only ever having to grab 4 things rather than bundle everything up to go anywhere.
My mom keeps a fire bag!! It’s a bag she can quickly grab with clothes, baby photos, important documents, etc.
This video came up at the right time it seems. I just stopped with my current studies, and I will work... I have never worked before, and somehow it feels a bit depressing, like it's a step down from university. Okay, I am rambling. Point is I really liked what you said at the end, 'What's the stuff you actually value?'. I am going to be thinking about that... Thank you
When I was six years old, the kitchen in my house burned down. I was the first one to spot the fire, then I run to get my mom and one year old sister. I thought, at the time, that the entire house was going to burn, that the whole building was going to collapse... I had been playing with a little glass chicken when it happened, and once we were out on the street the only thing I would say, looking at that little glass toy, was "this is the only thing I saved!" over and over. Now it sounds silly, but at the time it felt like my biggest faillure... That there were so many important stuff in that house and I didn't reach for any of them. I Just ran to my mom and sister.
This video made me realize why that was such a pivot time in the formation of my psyche and maybe why I want but struggle so much with letting things go... That little glass chicken became so important to me, so vital, yet such a reminder of my inadequacy, that from that moment on I placed my things on a pedestal, my things became my memories and I couldn't get rid of my memories, even the painful or stupid ones.
But then this video made me realize another thing. I didn't only save that glass chicken. I saved the two most important women in my life.
And that makes means I didn't fail after all.
Wow, BJAlbano - you're a wonderful writer, thank you for the comment! Very beautiful sentiment. 😊
Like a lot of other people commenting, I’ve binged all of your videos and I am IN LOVE with your editing, messages, humor. I don’t know what I did to deserve stumbling upon this channel. Keep up the amazing work.
-kenz
wow love the accordion. I would take that for sure.
That's weird... The burning house idea is actually what I did when I was a kid tidying my room for the night. I always prepped a bag with my favorite toy, book and snacks and put it next to my bed, just in case something happened... Looking back, I guess I was pretty aware as a child !
why am i developing a crush on this woman oml-
IKR every time she winks I feel attacked
But I like it
Same
same
I thought that the black screen at 2:23 represented the lights being switched off when you die, I didn't realize it was a glitch. Your channel was recommended to me by UA-cam yesterday and I'm glad to have found it, your videos are great!
My only things I would grab is my two cats (irreplacable), and my purse (identification). That's it. Everything else can be replaced. I don't have any physical items that are one of a kind or are sentimental to me. I'm sitting here looking around my apartment, and I honestly can't pick out one item that I would truly be heartbroken to have to give up. (Dont get me wrong, all of my stuff has function or makes me happy, but it's just stuff.)
Just subscribed to your channel and also watched a couple of your older videos! Really loved how you take difficult topics and make videos on them with such ease! Keep up the good work!
I'm going to add another comment to the one I just posted because fire safety is very important to me: I want to encourage people to not have anything in a place that would block or slow your access to doors and windows if you have to get out fast in an emergency. I want to encourage people to look around in the places where you go to school, work or elsewhere so you know to get out in an emergency.---When the ocean liner Empress of Ireland sank rapidly at night in 1914, many of the survivors were from the crew and not because they didn't try to help the passengers who were unfamiliar with the ship's deck plan (the Empress had sailed only hours before) but because they had been instructed to know the ship's layout so well that they could get out on the open deck even in darkness. Even a little knowledge and preparation can save our lives.
This channel is SO DAMN GOOD. You've definitely earned my subscription.
I watched all your videos in the past 1-2 hours. :D u were on my front page...i saw the word minimalism, watched one video and u are just what i needed. Im so tired of all the people that do the konmari only on their closet and just to make space for a bunch of new stuff. :) love ur content. only thing is: music parts are too loud for me.. greetz from germany where the spring is finally arriving
Happy spring! 😊💐
ty :) @@Lefie
I watch alot of minimalist videos. Your channel is different in a good way. Most of my stuff is always packed or stored in a way that can be grabbed and be loaded up in the car, but the first things I'm grabbing is all of my camping gear which is always packed ready to go. Awesome video!
This is the fastest growing channel I've seen in recent times! Great content!
The Burning House was my absolute favorite and I still think about it sometimes because I really think it boils down the 'Do I really need any of this stuff that is SUFFOCATING ME?!!!' problem I have.
I found it a few years after a hurricane had rolled through and destroyed most of our household including all of my favorite books in a flood. As a result I'm pretty laid back about all of it disappearing in a natural disaster and me being fine because that's how it was for me. Then it's just like a practical question too, like, maybe I should start adulting better and put my documents I want to grab in an easy to grab and go kinda space?? Instead of the mess my papers are in reality haha.
I had no idea it was the same person that did all of that, that's amazing!
Yes. This channel‘s gonna blow up. Love the content. So refreshing! Binge watched all your videos tonight!
Greetings from Germany
literally binge-watched every video on your channel in one sitting, keep going !
I literally watched all your videos in two days and last time I was watching you were at 9.1k. I love to see your mindset and vocalizing it for the rest of us and your personality and creativity are awesome! Keep up the awesome content, we all love watching!
I am so glad i found your channel! I have been watching you for a little over a month now, and you quickly turned into one of my favorite youtubers:)
Like everyone else, I binged your videos. They're so entertaining and the shooting/editing is great. You seem so cool, I wish I could know you in person. Keep up the good work!
Got this channel recommended and really enjoy it.
Thank-you for all the thought and work you put into your videos. They are wonderful!
I found your channel earlier today and I’ve watched every video. I love what you’re doing here and can’t wait to see more, keep it up.
"I'd have to choose my health over getting their approval" - this struck such a chord. One of my oldest friends wants me to stay living in this town which I never wanted to move back to, have always planned to leave, and which I am quite sure is damaging my health both physical and mental. He meanwhile hasn't visited it in ten years and hasn't seen how it's changed and I want to leave. Thank you for that insight!
I feel like the public needs a video of Lefie playing the accordion.
I just started watching your videos tonight! All of them are great and I can’t wait to see more from you.
It's lovely to see how fast you're channel is growing! I really enjoy your conent and I'm glad others do too. Keep it up! :D
Years ago, I watched a silly (but enjoyable) romantic comedy with Amy Adams and Matthew Goode entitled Leap Year. He asks her, "Your house is on fire, and you have 30 seconds...what would you save?" That stuck with me for many years. Since then, I have tried to detach from my material possessions. Yes, I enjoy them, but if it is a matter of saving myself vs. my possessions, I would probably just grab my wallet and my husband.
Hi. You got recommended to me this afternoon and I've watched most of your videos by now. You share valuable insights, bring it with a very down to earth attitude and some of the things you mention are very relatable. I'm moving to a new place soon and I'm taking the opportunity to thoroughly filter my belongings - but I didn't know WHY I wanted to do that. Your insights helped me to think things through, where I wouldn't have thought of certain things or processes in the first place.
Thank you for sharing!
Your videos are so calming for my anxiety, except this one haha. Of course I did get anxious thinking about my house burning and what will I take (my camera, I am photographer and I am poor so I cannot invest another 4,000 dollars on a camera and lens)
I think anything other than my income and passion source, I could let the rest burn. It will be hard to start over but I will be fine. Makes me think about all of the things I own but I can live without. Thank you for another wonderful video!
I really love this perspective. I've been minimizing my possessions for about three years and the waves of decluttering are so random, but than maybe not- they tend to come about when I feel severely stressed. It helps me cope. I have gotten rid of some things that I would have told myself in the past I could NEVER part with. I've learned (so far) that any item I own, although I may really enjoy it, is totally ok to be without. The the only "things" (but not things) I would grab would be my kid and my pug!
This very thought set me off on my minimalist journey last year & it is a continuous, cleansing & therapeutic process for me. Great video 👍
I live in Northern California, and had to make this decision last November.
1. My kids,
2. then pets and supplies
3. Photos and documents
4. Due to textile allergies, I had to pack my clothes too.
5. Quilts
Luckily, I only had to evacuate for one night. My house remained safe.
Your videos are literally my new obsession
I love your videos and the style in which you do them, which is refreshingly simple and elegant. you have a great personality and i know this channel is gonna grow exponentially. keep doing what you do, and i look forward to the content you'll put out
your videos are perfect little nuggets of cool ideas that come at exactly the right moment in my life
Love your channel! It's the only channel that is good enough for me to actually click on the notifications bell!
Thank you for not only thinking outside the box, but outside the storage unit in which the box is sitting. 😄 Your content is always so creative and yet sooo practical and useful. I’m doing this exercise as soon as I stop typing. 😉
I just discovered your channel today and I absolutely love your videos
Oops, this has been in my thought since 12 when the apartment building beside ours burned and the next year the other side building burned too. I'm 27 now, and maybe that's why the thought of minimalism appealed to me so much. Well, if ever there will be fire, I don't think I will be ever be prepared. Because what I did last time was just go out. And didn't grab anything.
I adore your videos. I discovered your channel fairly recently and I've watched every single one by now, you have such interesting takes on "trending" topics and I love your views on minimalism, plus your personality is very entertaining! Keep it up!
Thanks, Marianna! 🙂
I've gone through this experiment a few times before. There have been times when I've thought, "I must keep it all!!" ...now I can't think of a physical item I'd take that couldn't be replaced somehow. Someone once told me they'd grab shoes and a coat at least. This seems reasonable. I could replace my shoes and coat, but it won't happen too fast if I just had a fire destroy everything. I love your thought on preserving that which is nonphysical, but I didn't think of that, so here are the physical items I'd ensure the safety of:
1) My Bible (not just because I'm religious, but also because mine is a beautiful turquoise ish and you don't just find that anywhere, lol)
2) A certain jar filled with some flowers my sister preserved from my dad's funeral.
3) A coat
4) A pair of shoes
5) a blanket my mom crocheted for me when I was a kid
6) My ID
7) My phone
8) My phone's charger
9) My Dad's funeral card
10) Another blanket
The list changes now and then. Ideally I would be wearing clothes besides my coat and shoes, but eh. I could live without most of these things, so in the case of a real fire, I don't think I'd grab anything I didn't already have on me. Just book it.
trying to get rid of stuff because I hate having useless junk and your advice of "imagine it burned up, would you buy a new one?" actually really helps me realize that i don't really WANT to keep things. i just feel like i should because I already have it
I’ve watched exactly 2 of your videos so far and I love this channel already.
I just recently found you, and this is now one of my favorite channels. :-)
the senpai we didn't knew we needed.
Wow, this is the best minimalist UA-cam channel out there! I’m so glad I found your channel :).
I'm from Brazil and I love your videos. Thank you for everything!
IM BINGE WATCHING UR VIDEOS TOO ur editing is so satisfying and ur perspectives are so interesting!
Really makes you think about the value of most of the crap we fill our houses with!!! Keep the videos coming!!!
I have thought about this off and on for years. I’m in Year 9 of my minimalist journey though I backslide. I have taken pix of all my most prized possessions that aren’t living beings like my Great Grandmother’s bowl and my mother’s Mary and baby Jesus statue etc. If something happens, at least I will still have an image.
Im a new subscriber and I watched all ur videos last night. All of it . And i love the idea of telling .. its so simple. ♥️
Where was this channel all my life
I live in an 18 square meters apartment, which is provided me by the student organization of Oslo. I had a 35 square meters apartment in another city than the one I was studying in, but I wanted to be close to school and the people I surround myself with.
Recently (which happens rather frequently, if I am to believe the rumors, and I do) the fire alarm went off in the entire building. I took my time putting my suit on, but on considering if I was to bring anything in case this was "the real deal" for once, I didn't bring anything. The external hard drive, my MacBook Air and my electric guitar were the only two objects which went through my mind. But I figured I'd get by without them.
So I realized: in spite of having gotten rid of everything which is excess to my life, I'd still get by if my current possessions burned up
Done. I watched all of your videos in one sitting. I loved them, thank you for the fantastic experience so far. Also, your duplication effects are seamless. When I make them, they are always a bit wonky and all over the place, I really enjoyed yours!
What would I save from my burning house? Well, if I look around right now... I don't think I need anything... I could repurchase everything I use daily, I only have like 70 items including clothes right now. Mostly clothes XD. All my works, projects are in the cloud. I would probably wake my family and dial the local emergency number on the landline phone, and help get everybody out safely. Maaaaybe I'll get my wallet from the drawer, because that has all my documents and my credit card, because that was a huuuge pain in the butt to get here in Hungary... Other than that, I think I would even be happy, that my smartphone burned up. I'm trying to find a reason to get rid of it, and get a flip phone or a Nokia 8110 4G, but I currently can't because I need it to make art.
Congrats & good job!!! I found your channel about a week ago & you had 9.7k subs.... Now you're at about 40k! Keep up the good work!
wallet,phone,car keys, dogs and cat treat...the cats will come with the cat treats
New sub! I discovered your channel today, and since then I've been binge-watching all your videos. Love your content can't wait for the next one!!
Umm, I'm a fan after stumbling across your videos today...talk about fun yet clear messages...I've already watched about 5. I think the short and sweet presentation works a treat!👌🏽😊
Love it Lefie! To make this exercise even more challenging, set the alarm to 5 minutes and try to collect all the things in your house you would want to save from the flames. Pure adrenaline! 😅
Ooh! Awesome idea!
Will you make a video about “darkness retreat” please? Only when you feel like it of course. Namaste and thank you. 🌚
Yup, you don’t get a new body. Well, at least until you pop back into earth with another one. Non material is where it’s at! Coffee pots are helpful, even that could be lived without.
Yikes! That is a familiar thought: What will you take with you when it happens? If not for a burning house, what about conflict or other emergencies?
your video are so thought provoking and entertaining! LOVE
Ryan Bingham might be interested in this. Great creativity and way of communicating ideas, congratulations!
Love this idea- definitely some food for thought and something to discuss with my partner (who tends to be more attached to material items than I am). So happy I found your channel!
Truth be told, I think about this every month or so. I’d take my cat (first and foremost), my gray folder (all my important documents), and a tiny box that has all the sentimental things from my childhood. It may seem silly, but I hold onto my childhood with a relentless grip. It’s what I miss the most in life, and what makes me smile on the worst of days. My clothes, my tech, and everything else can burst into flames, I don’t care. Lol
L O V E D this video! It really has me thinking about what I value... and not to mention I really enjoy the way you put your videos together! 💗
I HAD A FIRE!... by the way... it moves so quick you don’t have time to think about objects you have 5 minutes to grab and go. Until it happened, I had this idea I’d grab XYZ in a fire... I always thought I’d grab my purse and my dogs paw print and this frog that my grandma gave me... but you know what?! I caught my oven on fire cuz there was this pizza box I didn’t know was there. However, I didn’t think I could stop the fire and all I could think was about my three pets and my husband. I didn’t give a shit about the rest of the house! I wanted my loved ones safe. I think I did grab my purse but it was on the way out the door
Hi, I'm from Brazil and I'm moving across the world now, to be more specific I moving to Korea. And I'm kind of getting this minimalist thing watching your videos. So you're helping me out. By the way your videos are really cool! Thanks.
Korea is beautiful! There's an amazing design museum in Seoul - I highly recommend! Best of luck.
I'm in love with your content. You're really inspirational, keep this going please :D
My priorities:
1. Health: _Nutrition and Locomotion_
2. Security: _Every right of the current federal, state and municipal laws_ _Lack of harassment_
3. Friendship: _Mutual self-disclosure, mutual care and shared activity_
4. Superiority: _High esteem of my value and my efficiency_
5. Productive work
Two words about you videos......... very very entertaining.........still practicing my minimalism
I just binge-watched all your videos. I really like your video style & editing. Looking forward to seeing you more often in my subsriptions.
I really, really love the content you make!
I had a fear of fires/hurricanes/etc. as a kid. I kept a backpack with my favorite photos and some essentials packed and ready at all times, and I would update the pack often. Now I'm a minimalist. Maybe being aware of disaster is, in a sad and emotional way, kind of good for showing us that we don't need to be so materialistic.
would love to hear more about your design job! and how you approach design from a minimalist approach? keep up the good work :))
Aaaand I didn't expect this to get so deep. Wow. I love it!
Fire extinguisher is a must to buy