Japanese Minimalist: 7 simple productive habits

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  • @alecb4151
    @alecb4151 2 роки тому +123

    You have more wisdom to offer in your 20s than I have accumulated at 45. Your videos are helpful. Thank you.

  • @sg8198
    @sg8198 2 роки тому +98

    Here in the US, life can get very cluttered and materialistic, so I greatly appreciate your very uplifting and beautiful perspectives.
    Thank you for your inspiring videos!

  • @pintoeatmyhw
    @pintoeatmyhw 2 роки тому +66

    Read one page of any book a day. Reading helps you improve language, thinking, memory and learning.

    • @SamuraiMatcha
      @SamuraiMatcha  2 роки тому +11

      Nice!! I'll try to do that!!

    • @hayatzor6249
      @hayatzor6249 2 роки тому +10

      @@redpurse phones for our brain is = dopamine,surprises,no focus,
      Books = focus,deeply engaging with topics, thinking

    • @handshakes76
      @handshakes76 4 місяці тому

      one page isn't going to help you.

  • @sophiabrewer7343
    @sophiabrewer7343 Рік тому +9

    I have been feeling overwhelmed lately as I have been going through major changes in my life right now and watching your videos has really helped me to find new things to do so I do and practice more minimalistic qualities in my life so I do not feel as overwhelmed. I am just starting this journey so I know I have room to grow, but that's exciting.

  • @boydegg
    @boydegg 11 місяців тому +6

    Hi Samurai Matcha. Your videos are amazing and inspirational. Here are a few habits which I feel have improved my life: wake up at 5am (like you), drink a pint of water first thing (rehydrate and start up my system), 30 minutes yoga and 30 minutes meditation before breakfast, 5 minutes of vocal warm ups (as a teacher I need a healthy throat and voice box), turn off all electronics, read 20 minutes or more daily, take to time to feel grateful for my life, turn the shower to coldest setting for the final 3 minutes, average 7000+ daily steps each week, enjoy and appreciate nature. Thanks from Scotland!

  • @XwaYdesu
    @XwaYdesu Рік тому +14

    I put all of the unread books on my shelf in a separate box. Now when I wake up, I make tea, leave my phone inside with a 20 minute alarm set, and spend that time on the balcony, reading one of those books.
    After that, I do a couple Duolingo lessons. Then, I start the rest of my day.

  • @rkh7904
    @rkh7904 Рік тому +4

    I wake up at 4 am and go to my studio and paint. I stay there for 4 hours, this enables me to get a lot done. Then I drink tea and go out iny garden and do an hour or so outside working in the fresh air
    I meditate after 3 pm, my day winds down after that . I try to get everything done in the morning and early afternoon.Reading and journalling and meal prep takes up the rest of the afternoon.I go to bed early.

  • @VickyHafler
    @VickyHafler 11 місяців тому +4

    I start my day with a quart of water 💦
    Then read my Bible.
    I practice Wim Hoff breathing each day.
    I make one quilt block a day and make time for free reading.
    Blessings to you. Thank you for the video.

    • @niroheyy
      @niroheyy 2 місяці тому

      Nice things

  • @geraldinedenser
    @geraldinedenser 4 місяці тому

    I live alone and recently stopped using the dishwasher. I began washing, drying and putting away the dishes after meals. It slows me down, makes my movements efficient, gives me time to think, and keeps me on my feet (and off the sofa). Thanks for all of the good advice!

  • @zenwisdom4259
    @zenwisdom4259 Рік тому +1

    morning meditation might be something good to add on

  • @SomNambulPrime
    @SomNambulPrime 2 роки тому +61

    Absolutely grateful for finding this channel! Sometimes it's shocking that you find something so precious just by accident. Actually I'm already implement some things in my life after watching your vids! And I'm also grateful for your work, thank you Aki!

  • @videowatcheriAlberta
    @videowatcheriAlberta Місяць тому

    Each evening I decide what I will eat the next day. I also check the weather forecast and then pick out my clothes for the next day. I start my day with light exercises and drink a litre of water. This all minimizes morning stress. I was waking at different times but have decided to set my alarm for 5 a.m. each morning as I believe a regular time is healthier (as your video reminded me.) Thanks for this life-enhancing advice.

  • @mvl6827
    @mvl6827 10 місяців тому +2

    1. Wake up at 5 a.m. That’s my cat’s bodyclock . It’s pitchblack here at 5 in the morning. Try in spring.
    2. Drink macha. Something unavailable in my part . Can it be substituted for a good coffee?
    3. Minimalism. I like. But I live with others, including a hoarding husband and a demanding cat. Also I have many crafty hobbies. Any tips?
    4. Todo list. Yes, on my iPad. sometimes, but not rigid.
    5. Secret diary. I had one when I was girlie, it had a tiny padlock and and even tinier key ….I loved writing poetry . oh, those long gone days… 😊
    6. Typing speeds and practice, beware of RSI (repetitive strain injury) although it’s mostly mouse related…
    7. Pomodoro, mmm don’t really need another guide in my life. But wishing you well!

  • @deborahleeke7298
    @deborahleeke7298 Рік тому +3

    I always allow myself playtime, in my case painting, drawing, art journalling. I have mobility issues so moving presents lots of difficulty, it is probable that your runs/walks do the same for you. I find this helps my mind freewheel, expand and rest at the same time. Then one day a week I have a longer play date. I also write my morning pages, see The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. I write these before my mind has become full of the day’s needs and have found it a great way to get to know myself better. These pages are similar to your secret journal as they are private. I usually paint over the pages when I have finished the book. This saves the paper and means that they are no longer readable. Thank you for your videos.

  • @karebear326
    @karebear326 2 роки тому +4

    I love your room, it makes me happy every time i see it in your videos🥰

  • @bette-ann
    @bette-ann Рік тому +1

    With gratitude ♥️

  • @Iseon_
    @Iseon_ 2 роки тому +2

    I felt so productive while watching your video🤍🐰 and I'm lying in the bed. and it's 12pm rn :)

  • @DebsShipley1969
    @DebsShipley1969 Рік тому +1

    The 25 minutes work thing sounds fabulous. Thank you

  • @fuzzy_willow
    @fuzzy_willow 2 роки тому +27

    Your videos are always a lovely addition to my day! A few of my habits: 1) reciting mantra with mala beads first thing in the morning and right before I go to bed, 2) taking 5-10 minutes in the middle of the day to breathe, pray, and recenter, 3) nibbling on wild edible plants whenever I pass them, and 4) making at least one jar of herbal tea each day

  • @jreadsrighttoleft
    @jreadsrighttoleft 5 місяців тому +1

    I love how enthusiastic and positive your videos are, I appreciate your videos 🙏

  • @lauragalbraith3355
    @lauragalbraith3355 2 роки тому +21

    Love waking up early, I started getting up at 5am in the summers so I can walk my dog before it gets too hot ( live in Texas) and its become a crucial part of my routine.
    My second favorite habit is drinking a gallon of water everyday.

  • @AnuMadhubhashinie
    @AnuMadhubhashinie Рік тому

    Thank you Aki. Love from Sri Lanka ❤️ 🇱🇰

  • @VeganMangoQueen
    @VeganMangoQueen 2 роки тому +8

    All the items I have in my home have their own home, I feel at ease knowing exactly where they go 🌱✌🏼

  • @lillysummer3546
    @lillysummer3546 2 роки тому +50

    Favorite youtuber ever! Thank you for another great video. After starting to drink matcha tea, after watching your videos, it has helped me to focus and taken care of my health too. I wake up at 4, try to be a minimalist and find it easier to write to do list too. You are always so inspiring! I will be getting rid of my bed too and try to become extreme minimalist because it helps me to find things and life is much easier with extreme minimalism. Thank you Aki! Always happy to see these amazing videos! 🇮🇳

    • @SamuraiMatcha
      @SamuraiMatcha  2 роки тому +7

      Thank you so much! I'm surprised you wake up at 4!! Actually, now I'm trying to!!

    • @lillysummer3546
      @lillysummer3546 2 роки тому +3

      @@SamuraiMatcha meditation and yoga helps me but the reason why I am able to wake up at 4 is because I sleep early. Love from India🙏

    • @viveknathmishra9955
      @viveknathmishra9955 2 роки тому +2

      Inspiring.

    • @Iseon_
      @Iseon_ 2 роки тому +2

      Amazing and awesome video

  • @Matthew8473
    @Matthew8473 9 місяців тому +1

    I'm in complete awe of this. I read a book with a similar message, and it was astonishing. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove

  • @Souldesouse
    @Souldesouse 2 роки тому +38

    We have mandatory five prayers across the day, from before sunrise to after darkness.
    1- I try to add a mid morning prayer (Dhuha) as a means of thanking God for all the blessings, which I could never count.
    2- Also I do morning & evening Dhikr.
    3- read from my current book for about 30-60 minutes
    4- I try to postpone coffee to award myself and to take advantage of the natural morning cortisol rise.

  • @caroljames5154
    @caroljames5154 2 роки тому +2

    I make my to do list the night before

  • @aishahlavigne7022
    @aishahlavigne7022 2 роки тому +3

    wonderful information tq for sharing with us, fyi, as a muslim we have been thought to wake up early in the morning to perform our solat (prayer) so what i do around 5.30am perform my solat, put a money in my charity box, reading a quran at least 2 pages and perform my morning dzikir (make a list of doa) and go to to work, before i sleep i do the same thing as well except this time i did not put a money in my charity box..my life is so calm doing it everyday knowing i have a purpose in my life.

  • @maiwurld2578
    @maiwurld2578 Рік тому +1

    I will start my minimalism again .focus on what i need ,and not what i want

  • @kkamau
    @kkamau 2 роки тому +1

    항상 감사드립니다 always thank you sir

  • @sobisadventures.8351
    @sobisadventures.8351 Рік тому

    Greatly appreciated your video ..respect from London .

  • @adhithya8254
    @adhithya8254 5 місяців тому

    Great fan of this channel! So peaceful and full of optimism!

  • @sandracapps5543
    @sandracapps5543 7 місяців тому

    I hear “a toodle” list! I LOVE it!

  • @jeremycollins2694
    @jeremycollins2694 2 роки тому +11

    Would also love to see a Japanese minimalist’s approach to cycling and cycle maintenance!

  • @veroniquelauzon2801
    @veroniquelauzon2801 Рік тому +2

    I combine the to-do list and journal into a bullet journal. Not a fancy one as we can see many doing on the internet but a very basic one. This way, everything is on the same place: calendar, contacts, monthly schedule, weekly schedule, daily tasks. Before, everything was on my computer or phone but I prefer now the journal as it keeps me away from electronics when I don't need to use them otherwise, which is a good thing for me as I don't end up on Facebook or UA-cam with an initial intention of checking a date.

  • @catspeed5083
    @catspeed5083 Рік тому +2

    I wake at up 5am every day. And drink 4 glassess of water. It helps me.

  • @sumedha1997
    @sumedha1997 2 роки тому +1

    It's nice to meet you through this channel.i am grateful for your videos it changes my thinking ☺️ thank you so much 🙏.
    I daily go to temple by 6'o clock and offer my respects and gratitude to god.this is my routine 🙂

  • @freedom3844
    @freedom3844 9 місяців тому

    Thanks a lot Sir, your videos change my habits and my life. There is a lot of positive habits for our lives from your videos. I wish you all the best ❤🙏

  • @sollasollew3208
    @sollasollew3208 2 роки тому +2

    Love your channel and life view. Cheers from Australia.

  • @rifahardiza8886
    @rifahardiza8886 2 роки тому +5

    I love this channel.Samurai Matcha my inspiration.You are motivator in my life.Love from Indonesia

  • @milymaj
    @milymaj 2 роки тому +5

    I world like to hear about your smoothie recipes :)

  • @catherinejames3420
    @catherinejames3420 Рік тому

    You are an amazing young man.. Keep it up.. Love your ideas of minimalist.. N picking up the trash.. 🙏💖

  • @federicasardanelli9019
    @federicasardanelli9019 2 роки тому +8

    When there is a task that get me anxious in front of me I write a sort of script of the task and the way I'll try to face it.

  • @polamelka
    @polamelka 2 роки тому +5

    Hi Aki, if you wake up at five, what time do you usually go to sleep? Also your evening routine would be nice to see. Great video as always.

  • @juanpaulolinzagan
    @juanpaulolinzagan 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Aki, :). What time you go to sleep? Always look forward to your new uploads

  • @barundas7240
    @barundas7240 2 роки тому +5

    very informative 🥰
    thanks brother.

  • @ЕкатеринаСоловьева-ч9ц

    I enjoy your videos very much! I do pick up garage too in a morning during my runs or just after it. I love how your organized your days and things in your life so it support you in your goals. I love your video about Japan !
    Thank you! Best wishes!🌏🌈🙏🌷🌸

  • @letygarciabnda1685
    @letygarciabnda1685 2 роки тому +3

    Hola Aki te saludo desde México, me inspiras a eficientar mis actividades diarias. Me gusta mucho tu canal

  • @gloriat8427
    @gloriat8427 2 роки тому +5

    I’m a minimalist-in-progress and I love your videos which give me so much encouragement so thank you! Your room is beautiful…the wood floors and wood on the walls create so much warmth! Thank you! ❤

  • @Lolocakes65
    @Lolocakes65 2 роки тому +5

    You convinced me to start drinking matcha! It is delicious and relaxing! Thank you Aki!

  • @marisolsalamanca2221
    @marisolsalamanca2221 Рік тому

    Simply great! Thank you so much for these wisdom drops. I will add meditation to the daily routine :)

  • @matejhantabal235
    @matejhantabal235 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks, I was just about to look up videos with tips on staying focused, nice timing 😀

  • @lukasbraun1570
    @lukasbraun1570 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for all those videos and tips! I really like them!
    What’s the name of your plant in your room? Looks very nice.

  • @cookingrina
    @cookingrina 7 місяців тому

    I love your habits ❤️ I will try chang my habits

  • @suzannehousden1779
    @suzannehousden1779 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @Clearly_Blank
    @Clearly_Blank Рік тому

    I am grateful for your channel. I find your positive attitude and pleasant demeanor encouraging. You have my utmost respect. Thank you so much.

  • @bernadet4168
    @bernadet4168 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for sharing, I will try especially pomodoro method. I feel lack of focus because I often multitasking. This remind me it will be better if you focus and do step by step perfectly.

  • @richardtighe671
    @richardtighe671 Рік тому

    Thanks for your inspirational videos Aki.😊

  • @maedae759
    @maedae759 2 роки тому +7

    Love your videos Aki :)
    I try to stretch in the mornings and have a few minutes of silent mindfulness and recognizing what I feel grateful for.

  • @MaxMining
    @MaxMining 2 роки тому +5

    Hi Aki, I loved your video as always, your camera work is amazing and your voice is soothing.
    I like to set a timer to work out every hour, between 10am and 4pm, that way i remember to stop focusing on work for a while and get my body moving. thanks for your inspiration

  • @gabrielasilva8296
    @gabrielasilva8296 Рік тому

    thank you...your videos are very inspiring to me....new habits & new life & new world

  • @lifeessentials0369
    @lifeessentials0369 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for sharing these. I love your videos. You guided me very well. -Namaste❤️

  • @broy1927
    @broy1927 5 місяців тому

    Thank Samurai for your videos

  • @sonubbains
    @sonubbains Рік тому

    Wow nice morning routine . You do a lot of stuff in the morning

  • @kathrynbrennan9887
    @kathrynbrennan9887 Рік тому

    Arigato Samurai Matcha! I'm going to take up the matcha tea habit - oh! and the typing practice that is such a good idea! Arigato Aki-San :)

  • @allein8897
    @allein8897 2 роки тому +1

    Enjoy your sharing as always! Thanks for making these vids, truly inspirational!

  • @johnnylaowai
    @johnnylaowai 2 роки тому +4

    Thanks for another great video! Always look forward to your new uploads

  • @lachylewis
    @lachylewis 2 роки тому +3

    Aki! Hey 👋 I love your videos, they are like meditation, so clam and relaxing. Because of your videos I have been drinking Matcha 🍵 in the mornings and maintaining a minimal lifestyle. I just wanted to say thank you. Ariagto! 🙏 Best wishes from Australia 😊

  • @Linda-fg2rz
    @Linda-fg2rz 2 роки тому +3

    More great advice! Thank you!
    I am working on cleaning up after myself. After I finish a task I clean up and put things away. To have your home in order is wonderful!

  • @dimitrisvasiliadis5282
    @dimitrisvasiliadis5282 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent and wonderful video about traditional and modern Japan and Japanese life. Thank you

  • @AlbanAwan
    @AlbanAwan 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for this, sharing the E-Typing site with my learn Japanese groups.

  • @GumiteglaKft
    @GumiteglaKft Рік тому

    Hi, greetings from Hungary! I really enjoy your videos, and I am so happy that you travelled to Europe! Next time I recommend you to try to travel to our country, Hungary is unique and beautiful. Let s drink matcha in Budapest together!

  • @danielfontaine6977
    @danielfontaine6977 2 роки тому +1

    Hello from Montreal (Canada) Very interesting video... But I must say, that since May 14th 2021 I have retired from health care services, and also as a cancer survivor since 2019... I just dont care anymore about "productivity" ... I just care about to be in peace and calm, here and now, one day at the time... Best regards...

  • @maxstucki4756
    @maxstucki4756 2 роки тому +1

    Love your videos! What is your workout routine?
    Best regards!

  • @jillknox1406
    @jillknox1406 Рік тому +2

    My favorite habit is to start my day by “Writing Myself a Letter!” (I keep these letters in a Journal.) If you do this, you can give yourself all of the love and support you need - or, sometimes, I just write about my favorite things and why they make me happy. You can start your day thinking about happy, positive things - AND learn a LOT “about” yourself! 😊✨
    (Occasionally, if I find myself going through other “difficult” emotions - I like to use metaphors to explore these emotions, such as: pain and sadness, anger, and/or fear. But, almost always, I try to start my day feeling happiness. :)

  • @mirador.poemspilarpardo4710

    Before I get up from bed I focus on my gratitude for all the people and things that I have in my life. Even if times are hard, I take them as a source of knowledge

  • @hemabapat3920
    @hemabapat3920 Рік тому +1

    My father taught me to make this To Do List every day and that really helped me in my work. After marriage I used to make 2 To Do Lists, one for office and one for home. Home would be on my fridge door. Once my mother in law noticed and said I often find ticks on your office list. But once in a while tick should come on home list as well. Jokingly of course😅

  • @Flower-ck2bs
    @Flower-ck2bs 2 роки тому +2

    I will try to follow your productive habbits. You are so right. Already I feel somehow better and strong🙏🏻☀️

  • @susannegerber7360
    @susannegerber7360 2 роки тому +2

    Love your channel!
    I try to start the day with something really creative. For a long time i wrote a poem after waking up. That was wonderful. Then over years i meditated to start my day. Now i am thinking about a change. I want to do something more expressive again. Singing could be an option or may be drawing something small to welcome every new day.

  • @monbabb
    @monbabb 2 роки тому +3

    thank u so much

  • @enoki79
    @enoki79 2 роки тому +1

    after watching your videos, i have been preparing and drinking matcha every morning between 5-6 am with a prayer of gratitude. i started two weeks ago! thank you for the positivity and motivation

  • @TheButterflySoulfire
    @TheButterflySoulfire 2 роки тому +1

    The HGL idea for journal entries is great!

  • @GeorgesKondos
    @GeorgesKondos Рік тому

    Thank you for your vids , is always useful and helpful ☺️😊☺️😊

  • @Lazh-_-
    @Lazh-_- 2 роки тому +1

    I am grateful I found this channel, keep up your good work!

  • @katien3022
    @katien3022 2 роки тому +1

    Your HGL journal method is awesome! I do something very similar, but instead it is a Highlight, Low, and God moment. It's a game changer!

  • @ANGELvampire666888
    @ANGELvampire666888 Рік тому

    I'm not a minimalist but i like this style of living. And your channel is fckn the best

  • @serawasnever2902
    @serawasnever2902 Рік тому

    I am learning so much from your channel! Your spirit is very healing.

  • @marias8007
    @marias8007 2 роки тому +1

    I love ur positivity

  • @serendipitysisters84
    @serendipitysisters84 Рік тому +2

    I have questions!! 🍃
    Can I drink green tea in place or matcha?
    If not, I have a matcha powder, can I use that to make the matcha tea? 😅

  • @Japanesestudydreams
    @Japanesestudydreams 2 роки тому +3

    Really enjoyed your video. thank you

  • @talyabar-ilan5630
    @talyabar-ilan5630 Рік тому

    Hi,
    I started cleaning the toilet as recommended by you in another video, and surprisingly for me it is very inspiring.
    I have a habit of doing breathing exercises for about 8-15 min. in the morning after my workout and I feel very invigorated and calm at the same time. I have a serious of different breathing excersises, not just one, each has a different effect.
    Thanks for the wonderful videos. It must be a lot of work to make one.

  • @drusilladana4184
    @drusilladana4184 2 роки тому +7

    I'm enjoying your videos...the content, your creativity, your positive, uplifting attitude is so inspiring (and needed) these days!!! Thanks, so much!! 🇺🇸❤

  • @tikoy1955
    @tikoy1955 Рік тому

    Good video. I just downloaded the focus timer and start using it.

  • @norakratz7730
    @norakratz7730 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Aki! We love your content. So refreshing and interesting. We were curious about your early rising mornings, and wondered what time do you typically wind down for bed? Thanks so much!

  • @sayitlikeitis8759
    @sayitlikeitis8759 Рік тому

    I do things to benefit my ‘future self’ for example I always make my bed, tidy my bedroom and set the bathroom and kitchen to rights before leaving for work in the morning. Before bed, I always tidy the kitchen, wash and dry all the dishes and clean the sink so it is nice and fresh for when I get up on the morning. I also try and take a walk for a minimum of half an hour every day in nature.

  • @WanderThisWay
    @WanderThisWay 2 роки тому +7

    Thanks for this great video, Aki. I am about to do a mid-year reset for my life and space, as clutter has gotten to be too much for me. I consider myself a minimalist, but would like to have even less, so this video has given me some great ideas for where I can improve.

  • @janefarrer2868
    @janefarrer2868 Рік тому

    ❤toooooo dooooo list...
    Love ❤️ it! 😊

  • @AnnaBohovyk
    @AnnaBohovyk 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the video!

  • @su-desu
    @su-desu 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your videos. I will implement drinking matcha more often. 🍵

  • @e.huhtamaki
    @e.huhtamaki 2 роки тому +8

    One more 1 item per day challenge, please! I love how you explain the multi-uses of things and it helps me to think more minimally

    • @SamuraiMatcha
      @SamuraiMatcha  2 роки тому +3

      If I move to another house! I will!!

    • @carolegonsalves1614
      @carolegonsalves1614 2 роки тому

      Hi I would love for you to meet my daughter she is in her 20’s and also a teacher. I will be visiting Japan next year .