LOVED your version of this video Sarah!! 🤍 And I’m so with you on the reusable items! My reusable water bottle and glass straws are some of my most used items now 😅
Im a fan of the minimal love happening 💕 and the support you two have for each other. You both are such HUGE sources of inspiration. Keep on putting good out in the world - we all need it
Hi ladies. Sarah or Ashlynne can you guys recommend a reusable sandwich bag? i do a lot of hiking and use baggies for pretty much everything lol, I'd like to stop with buying one and done bags :) Thanks.
My minimalist epiphany has been to use the library instead of buying books. That way I can access thousands of books for free - and when I'm done I return them, rather than having them build up at home. Love the almost goofy energy of your videos, so relatable
As a bookworm and a minimalist, I love using the library! I get to read a physical book, but I'm also consuming books sustainably. Plus, it's free! In terms of wanting to read more but not seeming to have the time, I'd recommend trying audiobooks! You can read while you're doing other things - cleaning, walking, laundry, etc.
When I have items to buy, I agree with the higher quality option. Furniture, shoes, or whatever, BUT I shop when it’s discounted! This way I think that it’s a bonus way to afford it. Comfort and longevity often come at a certain price but being patient, knowing where and when to shop, adds to the experience of being mindful in my opinion. Great content Sarah, and hello from hot and sweaty Montreal!
I did this video a while ago too! Being a minimalist doesn’t mean you deprive yourself of things but rather add things that bring value to you life 🌻🌻🌻
I love how your hair is looking!!! It's soooooo pretty. I totally relate to everything you said in this video! Since becoming minimalists and decluttering our entire house during quarantine, we definitely noticed our priorities changing as far as money! We're spending less money, and what we do spend it on is higher quality and things we really truly need!
I’m lucky. My elderly neighbors have a huge garden and they bring me stuff Yesterday he left an almost 5 pound head of cabbage on my porch That thing was beautiful!
In my minimalist journey I have found myself clinging less to "stuff" and have so much more mental, financial, emotional, physical, and spiritual freedom. I personally now have greater capacity to show love to myself and others when I'm not spending that energy on collecting/cleaning/maintaining the STUFF. I would love to hear the way minimalism has impacted your mental health, relationships, etc.
Its a compliment: Your life seems sooo perfect in all ways, Family, your parents, spiritually, marriage, kids, life, financial, hobbies, health, the way you talk, care for people, share, etc... i dont see any flaws or they are so small almost just to say you are human but thats it.. ! You are a great woman and really inspiring but also a bit intimidating anyway love you ♡♡♡ blessings
C GDS hi, don’t feel too intimidated or too self judging . Comparison can be a bit destructive. Remember that Sarah Therese is a UA-camr and this is her living, and now even enough for her husband to stop his main job. She is entrancing, her videos and blogs make life look perfect and I do believe her intent is good. Remember just try and do the best you can with what is available to you. Every life is different, we can only live in this moment and make the best choices at the time. 🙏🏻
Definitely isn't perfect! Don't get me wrong, I like her videos, but I saw one of her videos where she called her baby, "my most beautiful baby so far" which seems like she favours the baby more, and the other kids can seem offended, but what do I know.
Being military, I do not buy high quality items. Reason being, I’m afraid that whenever we have to move the movers we break our items (I’ve heard too many military movers horror stories). We just thrift everything.
That’s awful!!! We only invested in decent furniture because we made a decision to only move the stuff ourselves to our next duty station (unless we were going overseas of course). Plus we got paid a good chunk of change moving from VA to MS. Worked out but I’ve heard horror stories too. A friend who just moved had all her weight equipment stolen by the movers and has to go through the long claim process. Ugh!
Sarah, you definitely inspired me to create my channel cause I'm really into self improvement. I'm just starting but with some dedication, I'm gonna be successful. Thanks for the inspiration 🙌☘
Hey Sarah! This might not be your cup of tea, and I know you've moved out of this stage of life, but would you look into doing a video on tips for teens on sustainability? For instance, I know that you know that ethical clothing is EXPENSIVE! It wouldn't be realistic for me to only have 2 pairs of jeans because I get them dirty fast and can't run the laundry enough for that. I wish that would work for me, but it doesn't. I can't go fully ethical and price means ALOT for me, but if you could share some tips/ideas that would be awesome! Thanks for all the vids ❤️
Hey!! I'm at college so I don't have much money and have been a minimalist for years so have experience being a teen and trying to pay for things with little to no money. I think your best bet is to thrift, you could also have a clothes swap with friends so you all get new outfits but are reusing clothes. If they doesnt work and you have to buy brand new from a store I recommend 1. Buying high quality so it will last a long time and you won't have to keep replacing 2. Make sure you aren't just buying new clothes to fit a style that will go out of fashion in a couple of months. 3. Be intentional with what you are buying, you said two pairs of jeans isn't enough and that's fine minimalism isn't about having hardly any stuff and you have to go without. It is about only having what you need and what will benefit your life, so if you need 4 pairs of jeans and will use them then go for it. I hope this helps
Kayloni D she’s going to tell you to thrift. If you want the answer faster please check out sustainability vegan, blue ollis, shelbizlee, and Bea Johnson for reading. These people actually stick to sustainable living and haven’t compromised their values for likes and subscribers.
When I was in college I thrifted even more then I do now!! Thrift stores get new stuff every day so just keep checking back and don’t lose heart, it takes a while to get an “eye” for it. I also would do clothing swap parties with friends where everyone laid out clothes and we each took turns “shopping”. Also during the end of the year, when people are moving out of the college dorms there were always “yard sales” and free piles put out and I would get stuff there.
Spider plants are happy in low light and can deal with being forgotten about for a bit. Peace lilies do well in indirect light with sparse watering as well. These are toxic though so be careful if you have young kids/pets.
Alicia, one of the best plans that can’t be killed (even if you try) are Pothos. They are gorgeous and they grow so beautifully. I have about 65+ indoor plants and I love them. If you have Instagram check @plantqween and @welcometothejungle.
I’m so glad you didn’t dis books. I feel like I see so many UA-camrs without a single book in their home and it’s a little terrifying. Reading is so important!💛💛💛
Yes or they just switched to an e-reader which works for some people but I just can’t...the one thing I have a lot of is books. I just love a physical book, I couldn’t read on a Kindle or something similar lol. I kind of wish I could to save even more space but I think if you truly enjoy having them then that’s fine!
I read a ton, I just get most of my books from the Library or my friends and I share books. If I find that I like a book and want to read it over or keep for reference, I buy it. How many times have I purchased a book over the years and it just sits, this way I "try it out" first. :)
I am someone who reads a LOT and thankfully am very happy with a kindle. It does save me a ton of space. I will say that I tend to spend more money with a kindle (not because the books are pricier, they’re cheaper), but because I can so easily buy another book. If I’m reading a series and I finish one, all I have to do is click and the next one is right there! I totally understand people who would prefer a real book though. If it’s something you love, then it has a place in your home. Minimalism should just be about letting go of stuff you don’t love or need and only keeping the things that being us joy. It’s pretty logical to get rid of things you don’t want or need.
Sarah. Love your energy and your sharing. Very beautiful videos to watch. Just felt I needed to say that the “experiences” your mentioned, is still consumerism. When you think of everything that goes into those things economically, financially etc, it’s definitely consumerism. You just don’t allow your consumerism into your “daily” life. Saying that, you are very inspiring, a beautiful soul and I’m going to consume each and everyone. Congratulations on a great Chanel.
I enjoy most of your content, but this one I loved! It was real and honest and I never feel like I'm making sense so I didn't mind you losing your thread of thought. Thank you Sarah this was a great video and you're right, Ashlynne is amazing ❤
Sarah, love, could you do a video on the type of experiences you're talking about? Like simple and fun things to do with kids (that don't cost as much preferrably)?
What you said about thrifting makes sooo much sense. I startet thrifting about 2 years ago because, so as you, I can’t afford ethical clothing, because I’m a uni student. And I can surely say: The things I bought from a thrift store or at a thrift market I love and appreciate so much more, because I had to search and “hunt” for them. They are unique pieces nobody else has. If you didn’t tried thrifting, please do. It’s a fun activity too. I could spent hours in thrift stores just looking and searching and even try clothes on I would never buy, but their are fancy or vintage. I love your content Sara! God bless you!
I could have wept with sheer delight when I heard about your attitude to your kids and reading. Reading is unbelievably good for nurturing creativity and imagination, as well as concentration and the obvious communications skillls. So love your values!
I bought the organic basics bra you’d previewed in one of your other videos. Just arrived after a long journey from Germany but was well worth the wait!!!!!!! Looooooovely addition to my undergarments collection. Thank you for the recommendation!!!! 😆
Oh I love this. I’d love to be a minimalist but I still have so many like filler things. It’s a hard transition. But I so feel you on the plants thing (been going crazy) and buying better quality. I bought 2 pair of Madewell jeans and, go figure, they’re amazing. The fit and texture and quality. Previously I was spending $20 a pop a JC Penny. And 1 use things are never one use. Snack boxes from sprouts get turned into seed starters, a chip bag becomes a garbage bag, and I don’t go anywhere without a cup and straw. Love your shares!
Finally someone else who actually talks about KEEPING books vs getting rid of them! We have so many books and I refuse to get rid of the majority of them. I typically get books and art supplies for my son and leave toys up to the rest of the family.
Yes!!! Great video!! I love thrifting. When my kids were younger it was so easy to find nice quality and gently used clothing items at the thrift shop. Now that they are preteens, we are trying to teach them about having a smaller wardrobe with better quality items. Thank you for mentioning books! We love books!
oh my gosh! her plant in the wicker basket has grown so much :p i was watching a lot of new videos and started watching these older ones. i love seeing her children and plants go as time goes on. its such a wonderful thing to be able to look back on.
I loved this video. I did not realize that I am a minimalist. I usually tell people that I am not a stuff person. I feel that everything that I purchase should be reusable. I thank God that I had people placed in my life to instill and allow this thinking.
I’m not minimalist but I agree with you on fast fashion. I don’t buy things that won’t last along time. Yay for promoting small business/farmers! Great video 💕
This video made lots of sense Sarah. I feel like it is really eye-opening on minumalism, because it is true that buying better quality items that will last forever will make you spend less money long-term!
Hey Sarah! 💕 loved that video! Lately a lot of people ask me about the stuff I buy: "Thought you are a minimalist - why spending so much money on this or that...?" You gave them the answer! so thank you Love 😇
You’ve explained the each point really well. I am trying my best to be minimalist even though we don’t have thrift stores. And I can’t afford the price of local businesses as a student. Yet the concept is so clear and I am doing my best. Thank you so much, I’ve found the right video to share with my fiancé about how I want to live as a minimalist 🥺✨.
I'm glad that your kids love reading! This is such great news. Beware though, because they may lie, just like I did, in order to be "correct". Make sure that they go out and play, because I still as an adult have a problem with not playing in during my time as a kid.
Becoming obsessed with your videos! I love how they are so to the point (aka you don't ramble on about things people don't care about haha). I also find your voice so beautiful to listen to and you explain things so well. Thanks for another awesome video Sarah!
I would love to hear more about your kids relationship with toys! How do you feel/what do you do when your kids receive gifts and items that don’t truly follow your family’s minimalist mindset? I loved this video!!
I'm definitely not a minimalist, I love having things around me to inspire me creatively and intellectually. But through watching your videos I have definitely found myself being more mindful of what it is I bring into my house and my life and my mental and physical space. No more knick-knacks, so much more art and books (and local goodies!). Always striving for a more ethical lifestyle and more intentionality. Thanks for this Sarah!
Hi Sarah loved this video and I totally got you on buying more or better of some things while being a minimalist. I would love if you could do a video on book recommendation for little kids!
Plants do add so much to a space! A big part of my minimalism journey is to choose only the most special things from my (artistic & packratty) childhood... which left me with empty space where I was used to seeing colourful things.. until I got a plant. I think I'm going to get more.
Suuuuuuch an awesome video!! And yes you make perfect sense in your descriptions! Your passionate and knowledgable about what you do so anything you say about minimalism is spot on! Thank you so much for inspiring me!
I totally hear you on thrifting!! Anytime I go thrift shopping and find something for my daughter.. I have to show everyone who comes over and be like “I got this at the thrift store it’s amazing!! Just look at it” 🤣
My favorite reusable item I’ve bought and get the most use out of is my menstrual cup!! I could never go back to tampons lol I’m on my way to a minimalist lifestyle I love your minimalist series and Ashlynne’s too! She’s so sweet 💙
I just really enjoy watching your videos though I'm not a minimalist. The way you provide info, explain every small detail makes me feel really inspired. You're so energetic) Your ideas are worth sharing. Thanks a lot))))
Hey girl! I absolutely love your channel and I've been watching you for awhile. Thank you so much for opening up my world to minimalism. I just wanted to softly point out that Amazon is not the most ethical, there have been many employees who have spoken out about mistreatments. It is much more effective to buy straight from the source! I know Amazon is so convenient and I often bought from them but Ive been trying to more consciously think about those purchases recently and I just wanted to point that out to you as well! You may already know all of this but I thought it was worth bringing to light. Anyways thank you for all of the wonderful videos and informative content!!
I definitely must agree about plants in the apartment - my three babies are a year old -- an aloe Vera, lemon plant, and tomato plant. 😊 Reusable cotton, cottonswab, recyclable baking paper, toothbrush, shower brush, I could go on. My new items with proper care will last up to 12 -14 years!
I was putting Blippi on for my children when I saw you posted this video mere seconds ago! So here I am grabbing a cup of coffee to sit on the floor with my phone and gleefully watch! ☕️😁🌿
Can you do a video talking about your cleaning routines and schedule? I'd love to know when you schedule your tasks and how! Love watching your content!
Sarah, you should do a laundry tutorial. I cannot for the life of me keep my whites white with natural detergents, and I am assuming you have a way. It's hard to justify buying high quality ethical clothing when it will be grayed after 7 washes. Thanks!
Totally with you on all this. Used to be called common sense. A few additional comments: Don't stop reading to your kids when they learn to read. And let them see you read to yourself for pleasure. They pick up by osmosis the idea that anything you love doing is fun to do. Also, you don't have to be well off to use these ideas. Your video gives the impression (to me at least) with all the "we buy x because we can" that you can do things because you are upper middle class. My husband and I used all these concepts when I was a grad student and he was a very poorly paid environmentalist. We still took international vacations.
Second hand hunting for old cookware and various other antiques is my FAVORITE "Me" time! And YES to plants! P.s. your hair looks fabulous in this video :)
I saw the title an I was honestly intrigued by the title of this video (isn't minimalism supposed to mean decreasing your overall purchases) but it all made sense when I saw it till the end. It was awesome and clear as always. It also made me wonder if you had planed to make a "concrete saving tips" video explaining how you actually save money (not the just items you no longer buy but hacks on how to track your purchases and live on a budget). It would be very helpful ! Much love from France ;-)
Hello Sarah! I'm a new subscriber to your channel. I've watched you for a while, and I just wanted you to know that I LOVE your videos! You've helped me stay organized and inspired me to declutter.
Sarah you are AMAZING. I loved this video so much and all your minimalist videos. You have encouraged me to transition into minimalism and I LOVE using reusable items. My husband and I are trying for a second child, and I am curious about cloth diapers and your cloth diaper routine. Would you be willing to make a video about this?
Here in Germany, many old telephone booths were rebuilt into public bookshelves. So whenever you finished a book you can leave it there and grab another one someone else left there for free. Sometimes I just walk by one of those public bookshelves and get lost by looking through all those nice books. There are also alway beautiful children's books for my little one's, and whenever Wie accumulated too many books at home, we pack them up to donate to the public shelves.
I am with u on the plants! They bring me soooo much joy! I am actually a big reader!!! As is my husband!!! We are resining a child who hates to read! It doesn’t always work out the way at you want it ladies! Don’t get discouraged! It is what it is. He has other hobbies and that’s ok! It was really hard for me to deal with I’m the beginning but he is his own person......so it is what it is! U adjust!:)🤍☀️
Have you learnt to be more clever with your stuff since becoming a minimalist? I’d love to see a video from you on how you use your things for multiple purposes. For example I have some reusable produce bags for grocery shopping that I also use as a nut bag for making plant milk! They where made from recycled plastic bottles which I love.
Watching this while my son is watching Disney Plus 🙌🙌🙌 My Mother In Law got us a year subscription as a Christmas gift for my kids. Best Gift Ever. I like Disney Nature and the educational programs too.
We use a subscription service for movies too. One thing that has really helped my family is switching all our DVDs over to a binder style CD holder. We have several movies we didn’t want to get rid of and a lot of Disney/ kids dvds. It is used mostly for the car now because we have a DVD player for the kids.
Just an idea 😃 you can go monthly trips to local libraries to loan some books. I saw many homeschooling mothers in my place make this trips w their kids n they save alot!
Love this, thank you so much! Thought I wasn’t doing to good on my minimalism journey, but now I know that it is ‘normal’ to buy more plants and high quality things
Can you please do a video on your cloth diapering routine? What you use and how? I cloth diaper my 9m old and love it. Would love to know how you do it!
Wow amazing video! I am trying to go towards the minimalism route and your videos and tips are so helpful! I am a plant mom too! My plant collection is growing rapidly since I started my minimalism journey 😊💚
Honestly obsessing over your content looking for all the brands your recommend etc. just getting started with minimalism and slow fashion shopping etc... trying so hard not to think I need to buy everything right now to replace everything already have but rather to slowly switch things out as I would regularly need them 😅
Love this and agree! If you want to take being eco friendly a step further, I read how someone saves water by not using sink water to water her plants. Instead she collects rain water in a huge plastic tote bag and soaks all her plants in the bag that way the plant drinks up all it needs and you're not wasting any fresh water.
Hello, i'm from indonesia 😊 And i related almost from your video. Hope i can live like you, since i was a kid my parents didn't have lots of money. So we must choose carefully what we bought, and i learned so much as a grow up and become a mom, spending less is better. I love you so much. Yes.. give children books not toys
I’m not a minimalist but since becoming more conscious about the material and quality of my clothing (including production), it has severely limited (in the best way) what I can buy. No more impulse buys from chain stores, or from anywhere really. I do like going to thrift stores, but of course that’s limited since you really have to hunt for good items.
I love your videos! I was wondering how often you do laundry with your smaller wardrobes and being a mom? I’m looking a downsize but being very busy, I’m concerned about my time doing laundry with less clothing. I try to do laundry once a week... sometimes once every other for reference.
I have been buying quite a bit of clothing, natural substitutes for hygiene as well as home cleaning products, and replacing things that I would keep wearing for years in place of the fast fashion I used to wear.
Would you do a video about the toys you have for the 3 kids...asking because I'm trying to reduce and focus on what I really need. Have watched the ones you have so far but would another focused one xoxo love your channel!!
Lately I have found that all the junk and stuff I own are just taking up space in my home. They don’t fill my life in a good way but instead they just remind me of how unhappy I have been with my life and using items to replace and make up for the emptiness I’ve experienced. More than ever I want to transition into minimalism. Do you have a video of must haves “reusable” items ? I want to stop buying ziploc bags and cotton pads.
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LOVED your version of this video Sarah!! 🤍 And I’m so with you on the reusable items! My reusable water bottle and glass straws are some of my most used items now 😅
Like Rupaul use to say “two queens standing before me.”
Im a fan of the minimal love happening 💕 and the support you two have for each other. You both are such HUGE sources of inspiration. Keep on putting good out in the world - we all need it
Huge fan of Ashlynne too! 👏🏼👏🏼
Hi ladies. Sarah or Ashlynne can you guys recommend a reusable sandwich bag? i do a lot of hiking and use baggies for pretty much everything lol, I'd like to stop with buying one and done bags :)
Thanks.
My minimalist epiphany has been to use the library instead of buying books. That way I can access thousands of books for free - and when I'm done I return them, rather than having them build up at home. Love the almost goofy energy of your videos, so relatable
As a bookworm and a minimalist, I love using the library! I get to read a physical book, but I'm also consuming books sustainably. Plus, it's free! In terms of wanting to read more but not seeming to have the time, I'd recommend trying audiobooks! You can read while you're doing other things - cleaning, walking, laundry, etc.
I do the same thing. I stopped buying books. And if I do, it would be my favorite ones on kindle or audible.
Love those earrings!! Also I TOTALLY agree with you about “the hunt” in the thrift store but I think that’s what makes it fun!
Like a treasure hunt lol
I kept lookin at her earrings 😍
When I have items to buy, I agree with the higher quality option. Furniture, shoes, or whatever, BUT I shop when it’s discounted! This way I think that it’s a bonus way to afford it. Comfort and longevity often come at a certain price but being patient, knowing where and when to shop, adds to the experience of being mindful in my opinion. Great content Sarah, and hello from hot and sweaty Montreal!
“experiences don’t consume” LOVE! needed to hear that. much love!
I did this video a while ago too! Being a minimalist doesn’t mean you deprive yourself of things but rather add things that bring value to you life 🌻🌻🌻
I love this way of explaining it
I love how your hair is looking!!! It's soooooo pretty.
I totally relate to everything you said in this video! Since becoming minimalists and decluttering our entire house during quarantine, we definitely noticed our priorities changing as far as money! We're spending less money, and what we do spend it on is higher quality and things we really truly need!
I would love to see her hair shaved on one side or a funky color.
things we need:
laundry routine
more minimalism
workout routine ( no tv)
more healthy habits
p.s. love you!!! and the earrings are fire!!!!!
I agree, I love routines!
Yesss
I’m lucky. My elderly neighbors have a huge garden and they bring me stuff
Yesterday he left an almost 5 pound head of cabbage on my porch
That thing was beautiful!
😍❤
In my minimalist journey I have found myself clinging less to "stuff" and have so much more mental, financial, emotional, physical, and spiritual freedom. I personally now have greater capacity to show love to myself and others when I'm not spending that energy on collecting/cleaning/maintaining the STUFF. I would love to hear the way minimalism has impacted your mental health, relationships, etc.
Its a compliment: Your life seems sooo perfect in all ways, Family, your parents, spiritually, marriage, kids, life, financial, hobbies, health, the way you talk, care for people, share, etc... i dont see any flaws or they are so small almost just to say you are human but thats it.. ! You are a great woman and really inspiring but also a bit intimidating anyway love you ♡♡♡ blessings
C GDS hi, don’t feel too intimidated or too self judging . Comparison can be a bit destructive. Remember that Sarah Therese is a UA-camr and this is her living, and now even enough for her husband to stop his main job. She is entrancing, her videos and blogs make life look perfect and I do believe her intent is good. Remember just try and do the best you can with what is available to you. Every life is different, we can only live in this moment and make the best choices at the time. 🙏🏻
@@kerriecu2 Yes definitely, thank you so much for your message, i feel encourage !!
Definitely isn't perfect! Don't get me wrong, I like her videos, but I saw one of her videos where she called her baby, "my most beautiful baby so far" which seems like she favours the baby more, and the other kids can seem offended, but what do I know.
Love the point about how thrift stores don't put things out to entice you. You have to look on your own. It's so true but I never thought of it. :)
Being military, I do not buy high quality items. Reason being, I’m afraid that whenever we have to move the movers we break our items (I’ve heard too many military movers horror stories). We just thrift everything.
I can second this!
Madeline Johnson I have a friend who just PCSed and the movers broke a one of a kind, custom made table 😬
That’s awful!!! We only invested in decent furniture because we made a decision to only move the stuff ourselves to our next duty station (unless we were going overseas of course). Plus we got paid a good chunk of change moving from VA to MS. Worked out but I’ve heard horror stories too. A friend who just moved had all her weight equipment stolen by the movers and has to go through the long claim process. Ugh!
This is why we always move ourselves for our PCS’s! I would never let the movers touch my things, unless of course we go overseas and have no choice.
Madeline Johnson that’s insane!
Sarah, you definitely inspired me to create my channel cause I'm really into self improvement. I'm just starting but with some dedication, I'm gonna be successful. Thanks for the inspiration 🙌☘
Hey Sarah! This might not be your cup of tea, and I know you've moved out of this stage of life, but would you look into doing a video on tips for teens on sustainability? For instance, I know that you know that ethical clothing is EXPENSIVE! It wouldn't be realistic for me to only have 2 pairs of jeans because I get them dirty fast and can't run the laundry enough for that. I wish that would work for me, but it doesn't. I can't go fully ethical and price means ALOT for me, but if you could share some tips/ideas that would be awesome! Thanks for all the vids ❤️
I think this would be a great idea too, I hope she reads your comment 😄
Chloe Thanks! I hope she reads it too!
Hey!! I'm at college so I don't have much money and have been a minimalist for years so have experience being a teen and trying to pay for things with little to no money. I think your best bet is to thrift, you could also have a clothes swap with friends so you all get new outfits but are reusing clothes. If they doesnt work and you have to buy brand new from a store I recommend 1. Buying high quality so it will last a long time and you won't have to keep replacing 2. Make sure you aren't just buying new clothes to fit a style that will go out of fashion in a couple of months. 3. Be intentional with what you are buying, you said two pairs of jeans isn't enough and that's fine minimalism isn't about having hardly any stuff and you have to go without. It is about only having what you need and what will benefit your life, so if you need 4 pairs of jeans and will use them then go for it. I hope this helps
Kayloni D she’s going to tell you to thrift. If you want the answer faster please check out sustainability vegan, blue ollis, shelbizlee, and Bea Johnson for reading. These people actually stick to sustainable living and haven’t compromised their values for likes and subscribers.
When I was in college I thrifted even more then I do now!! Thrift stores get new stuff every day so just keep checking back and don’t lose heart, it takes a while to get an “eye” for it. I also would do clothing swap parties with friends where everyone laid out clothes and we each took turns “shopping”. Also during the end of the year, when people are moving out of the college dorms there were always “yard sales” and free piles put out and I would get stuff there.
Oh my goodness I definitely have bought more plants since being a minimalist! Love you and hope you are having an amazing day💕
Can you do a video on house plants to buy for indoors
...that are difficult to kill? Please? 🙈
Julie Henneli I have a ZZ plant and it’s soooo easy to take care of. Doesn’t need much light and water.
Spider plants are happy in low light and can deal with being forgotten about for a bit. Peace lilies do well in indirect light with sparse watering as well. These are toxic though so be careful if you have young kids/pets.
Kaylee Misajet thank you! My house is like a bat cave we really don’t get much sunlight through our windows but I want house plants 😢
Alicia, one of the best plans that can’t be killed (even if you try) are Pothos. They are gorgeous and they grow so beautifully. I have about 65+ indoor plants and I love them. If you have Instagram check @plantqween and @welcometothejungle.
I’m so glad you didn’t dis books. I feel like I see so many UA-camrs without a single book in their home and it’s a little terrifying. Reading is so important!💛💛💛
Yes or they just switched to an e-reader which works for some people but I just can’t...the one thing I have a lot of is books. I just love a physical book, I couldn’t read on a Kindle or something similar lol. I kind of wish I could to save even more space but I think if you truly enjoy having them then that’s fine!
We borrow loads of books from the library instead of owning them ourselves :)
I read a ton, I just get most of my books from the Library or my friends and I share books. If I find that I like a book and want to read it over or keep for reference, I buy it. How many times have I purchased a book over the years and it just sits, this way I "try it out" first. :)
I am someone who reads a LOT and thankfully am very happy with a kindle. It does save me a ton of space. I will say that I tend to spend more money with a kindle (not because the books are pricier, they’re cheaper), but because I can so easily buy another book. If I’m reading a series and I finish one, all I have to do is click and the next one is right there! I totally understand people who would prefer a real book though. If it’s something you love, then it has a place in your home. Minimalism should just be about letting go of stuff you don’t love or need and only keeping the things that being us joy. It’s pretty logical to get rid of things you don’t want or need.
Sarah. Love your energy and your sharing. Very beautiful videos to watch. Just felt I needed to say that the “experiences” your mentioned, is still consumerism. When you think of everything that goes into those things economically, financially etc, it’s definitely consumerism. You just don’t allow your consumerism into your “daily” life. Saying that, you are very inspiring, a beautiful soul and I’m going to consume each and everyone. Congratulations on a great Chanel.
YESSSSS Ashlynne getting the recognition she deserves! Love both of your channels!!
Sarah Therese omg hiiii
You're both awesome!!!
@@SarahTherese i discovered her from your recommendation - I really valued it, so thank you so much :)
I enjoy most of your content, but this one I loved! It was real and honest and I never feel like I'm making sense so I didn't mind you losing your thread of thought. Thank you Sarah this was a great video and you're right, Ashlynne is amazing ❤
My husband is the plant-obsessed one in our home. We have over 20, and I don’t touch them... just enjoy them :)
Sarah, love, could you do a video on the type of experiences you're talking about? Like simple and fun things to do with kids (that don't cost as much preferrably)?
What you said about thrifting makes sooo much sense. I startet thrifting about 2 years ago because, so as you, I can’t afford ethical clothing, because I’m a uni student. And I can surely say: The things I bought from a thrift store or at a thrift market I love and appreciate so much more, because I had to search and “hunt” for them. They are unique pieces nobody else has. If you didn’t tried thrifting, please do. It’s a fun activity too. I could spent hours in thrift stores just looking and searching and even try clothes on I would never buy, but their are fancy or vintage. I love your content Sara! God bless you!
Problem people face - They keep watching minimalist videos one after another :)
Nightly lol
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I could have wept with sheer delight when I heard about your attitude to your kids and reading. Reading is unbelievably good for nurturing creativity and imagination, as well as concentration and the obvious communications skillls. So love your values!
A couple of things:
1. I loooove your hair!
2. GREAT ideas, Sarah! Motivating.
3. Your earrings are on point. 👌
I bought the organic basics bra you’d previewed in one of your other videos. Just arrived after a long journey from Germany but was well worth the wait!!!!!!! Looooooovely addition to my undergarments collection. Thank you for the recommendation!!!! 😆
Oh I love this. I’d love to be a minimalist but I still have so many like filler things. It’s a hard transition. But I so feel you on the plants thing (been going crazy) and buying better quality. I bought 2 pair of Madewell jeans and, go figure, they’re amazing. The fit and texture and quality. Previously I was spending $20 a pop a JC Penny. And 1 use things are never one use. Snack boxes from sprouts get turned into seed starters, a chip bag becomes a garbage bag, and I don’t go anywhere without a cup and straw. Love your shares!
Finally someone else who actually talks about KEEPING books vs getting rid of them! We have so many books and I refuse to get rid of the majority of them. I typically get books and art supplies for my son and leave toys up to the rest of the family.
Yes!!! Great video!! I love thrifting. When my kids were younger it was so easy to find nice quality and gently used clothing items at the thrift shop. Now that they are preteens, we are trying to teach them about having a smaller wardrobe with better quality items.
Thank you for mentioning books! We love books!
oh my gosh! her plant in the wicker basket has grown so much :p i was watching a lot of new videos and started watching these older ones. i love seeing her children and plants go as time goes on. its such a wonderful thing to be able to look back on.
I just bought me reusable produce bags and the reusable ziploc silicone bags and I'm going to order reusable paper towels for the kitchen
I loved this video. I did not realize that I am a minimalist. I usually tell people that I am not a stuff person. I feel that everything that I purchase should be reusable. I thank God that I had people placed in my life to instill and allow this thinking.
We got you Sarah it all made perfect sense! 💚 My favorite thing to buy is house plants. Have you ever wanted a garden?
I’m not minimalist but I agree with you on fast fashion. I don’t buy things that won’t last along time. Yay for promoting small business/farmers! Great video 💕
This video made lots of sense Sarah. I feel like it is really eye-opening on minumalism, because it is true that buying better quality items that will last forever will make you spend less money long-term!
Hey Sarah! 💕 loved that video! Lately a lot of people ask me about the stuff I buy: "Thought you are a minimalist - why spending so much money on this or that...?"
You gave them the answer! so thank you Love 😇
You’ve explained the each point really well. I am trying my best to be minimalist even though we don’t have thrift stores. And I can’t afford the price of local businesses as a student. Yet the concept is so clear and I am doing my best. Thank you so much, I’ve found the right video to share with my fiancé about how I want to live as a minimalist 🥺✨.
I'm glad that your kids love reading! This is such great news. Beware though, because they may lie, just like I did, in order to be "correct". Make sure that they go out and play, because I still as an adult have a problem with not playing in during my time as a kid.
sarah your chanel literally changed the way i look at almost every aspect of my life! thank you so much!
Becoming obsessed with your videos! I love how they are so to the point (aka you don't ramble on about things people don't care about haha). I also find your voice so beautiful to listen to and you explain things so well. Thanks for another awesome video Sarah!
I was introduced to your channel yesterday. Currently on my own minimalist journey and I'm in love with your videos! Thanks for what you're doing!!
I would love to hear more about your kids relationship with toys! How do you feel/what do you do when your kids receive gifts and items that don’t truly follow your family’s minimalist mindset? I loved this video!!
I'm definitely not a minimalist, I love having things around me to inspire me creatively and intellectually. But through watching your videos I have definitely found myself being more mindful of what it is I bring into my house and my life and my mental and physical space. No more knick-knacks, so much more art and books (and local goodies!). Always striving for a more ethical lifestyle and more intentionality. Thanks for this Sarah!
Hi Sarah loved this video and I totally got you on buying more or better of some things while being a minimalist. I would love if you could do a video on book recommendation for little kids!
I so love this video! It helps me relax a bit from eco anxiety and it lets us know our "must haves" in minimalism. Thank you!
Plants do add so much to a space! A big part of my minimalism journey is to choose only the most special things from my (artistic & packratty) childhood... which left me with empty space where I was used to seeing colourful things.. until I got a plant. I think I'm going to get more.
I love this video so much! This is a brilliant way to show to consumer people how we live a minimalist life and what we buy.
Suuuuuuch an awesome video!! And yes you make perfect sense in your descriptions! Your passionate and knowledgable about what you do so anything you say about minimalism is spot on! Thank you so much for inspiring me!
I totally hear you on thrifting!! Anytime I go thrift shopping and find something for my daughter.. I have to show everyone who comes over and be like “I got this at the thrift store it’s amazing!! Just look at it” 🤣
My favorite reusable item I’ve bought and get the most use out of is my menstrual cup!! I could never go back to tampons lol I’m on my way to a minimalist lifestyle I love your minimalist series and Ashlynne’s too! She’s so sweet 💙
I just really enjoy watching your videos though I'm not a minimalist. The way you provide info, explain every small detail makes me feel really inspired. You're so energetic) Your ideas are worth sharing. Thanks a lot))))
This video TOTALLY made sense!! Since becoming more minimal I noticed I go to more local places or purchase second had/ from thrift stores first!
Hey girl! I absolutely love your channel and I've been watching you for awhile. Thank you so much for opening up my world to minimalism. I just wanted to softly point out that Amazon is not the most ethical, there have been many employees who have spoken out about mistreatments. It is much more effective to buy straight from the source! I know Amazon is so convenient and I often bought from them but Ive been trying to more consciously think about those purchases recently and I just wanted to point that out to you as well! You may already know all of this but I thought it was worth bringing to light. Anyways thank you for all of the wonderful videos and informative content!!
Me: Tries to be a minimalist
Sarah: Recommends a product
Also Me: I NEED THAT!!!
True😂😂
Guilty... 🙋🏻♀️🙋🏻♀️
I definitely must agree about plants in the apartment - my three babies are a year old -- an aloe Vera, lemon plant, and tomato plant. 😊 Reusable cotton, cottonswab, recyclable baking paper, toothbrush, shower brush, I could go on. My new items with proper care will last up to 12 -14 years!
I Love the Thrift Store, it's like a Treasure hunt lol. I also love Garage sales. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas.
I was putting Blippi on for my children when I saw you posted this video mere seconds ago! So here I am grabbing a cup of coffee to sit on the floor with my phone and gleefully watch! ☕️😁🌿
Can you do a video talking about your cleaning routines and schedule? I'd love to know when you schedule your tasks and how! Love watching your content!
Sarah, you should do a laundry tutorial. I cannot for the life of me keep my whites white with natural detergents, and I am assuming you have a way. It's hard to justify buying high quality ethical clothing when it will be grayed after 7 washes. Thanks!
When you said "you will find one thing, and its a really good one thing" i felt that because i love thrifted clothes.
Totally with you on all this. Used to be called common sense. A few additional comments: Don't stop reading to your kids when they learn to read. And let them see you read to yourself for pleasure. They pick up by osmosis the idea that anything you love doing is fun to do. Also, you don't have to be well off to use these ideas. Your video gives the impression (to me at least) with all the "we buy x because we can" that you can do things because you are upper middle class. My husband and I used all these concepts when I was a grad student and he was a very poorly paid environmentalist. We still took international vacations.
Second hand hunting for old cookware and various other antiques is my FAVORITE "Me" time! And YES to plants!
P.s. your hair looks fabulous in this video :)
I saw the title an I was honestly intrigued by the title of this video (isn't minimalism supposed to mean decreasing your overall purchases) but it all made sense when I saw it till the end. It was awesome and clear as always. It also made me wonder if you had planed to make a "concrete saving tips" video explaining how you actually save money (not the just items you no longer buy but hacks on how to track your purchases and live on a budget). It would be very helpful ! Much love from France ;-)
I also have so many books and my full bookshelf is so beautiful to look at in my opinion. Thanks for the great video :)
Hello Sarah! I'm a new subscriber to your channel. I've watched you for a while, and I just wanted you to know that I LOVE your videos! You've helped me stay organized and inspired me to declutter.
Hey Sarah! Could you do a video on clean/ natural makeup? Like what brands you use or suggest?
Sarah you are AMAZING. I loved this video so much and all your minimalist videos. You have encouraged me to transition into minimalism and I LOVE using reusable items. My husband and I are trying for a second child, and I am curious about cloth diapers and your cloth diaper routine. Would you be willing to make a video about this?
Here in Germany, many old telephone booths were rebuilt into public bookshelves. So whenever you finished a book you can leave it there and grab another one someone else left there for free. Sometimes I just walk by one of those public bookshelves and get lost by looking through all those nice books. There are also alway beautiful children's books for my little one's, and whenever Wie accumulated too many books at home, we pack them up to donate to the public shelves.
I am with u on the plants! They bring me soooo much joy! I am actually a big reader!!! As is my husband!!! We are resining a child who hates to read! It doesn’t always work out the way at you want it ladies! Don’t get discouraged! It is what it is. He has other hobbies and that’s ok! It was really hard for me to deal with I’m the beginning but he is his own person......so it is what it is! U adjust!:)🤍☀️
I really like the idea of buying EXPERIENCES!!! Thank you for sharing!
Your hairstyle looks AMAZING! Thrift stores are a ton of fun. Definitely under estimated by many people these days.
Have you learnt to be more clever with your stuff since becoming a minimalist?
I’d love to see a video from you on how you use your things for multiple purposes. For example I have some reusable produce bags for grocery shopping that I also use as a nut bag for making plant milk! They where made from recycled plastic bottles which I love.
Watching this while my son is watching Disney Plus 🙌🙌🙌 My Mother In Law got us a year subscription as a Christmas gift for my kids. Best Gift Ever. I like Disney Nature and the educational programs too.
Yes! Some people in my family don’t understand why I don’t have single use water bottles for them on hand.
My husband and I also dropped Netflix for Disney plus and we love it!! So many good shows for all ages!
We use a subscription service for movies too. One thing that has really helped my family is switching all our DVDs over to a binder style CD holder. We have several movies we didn’t want to get rid of and a lot of Disney/ kids dvds. It is used mostly for the car now because we have a DVD player for the kids.
Just an idea 😃 you can go monthly trips to local libraries to loan some books. I saw many homeschooling mothers in my place make this trips w their kids n they save alot!
You're seriously at the place in your life that I strive to be at one day! Thank you so much for sharing and for inspiring us beginners like myself :)
Love this, thank you so much! Thought I wasn’t doing to good on my minimalism journey, but now I know that it is ‘normal’ to buy more plants and high quality things
Can you please do a video on your cloth diapering routine? What you use and how?
I cloth diaper my 9m old and love it. Would love to know how you do it!
Wow amazing video! I am trying to go towards the minimalism route and your videos and tips are so helpful!
I am a plant mom too! My plant collection is growing rapidly since I started my minimalism journey 😊💚
Reaaaally really love minimalism content from you!!!! Can't wait for the decluttering videos! Thank you Sarah ❤️❤️❤️ kisses from Italy!
Honestly obsessing over your content looking for all the brands your recommend etc. just getting started with minimalism and slow fashion shopping etc... trying so hard not to think I need to buy everything right now to replace everything already have but rather to slowly switch things out as I would regularly need them 😅
Happy that I'm all caught up on your videos! Really love your content and family!💖💖
Love this and agree! If you want to take being eco friendly a step further, I read how someone saves water by not using sink water to water her plants. Instead she collects rain water in a huge plastic tote bag and soaks all her plants in the bag that way the plant drinks up all it needs and you're not wasting any fresh water.
Hello, i'm from indonesia 😊
And i related almost from your video. Hope i can live like you, since i was a kid my parents didn't have lots of money. So we must choose carefully what we bought, and i learned so much as a grow up and become a mom, spending less is better. I love you so much.
Yes.. give children books not toys
I’m not a minimalist but since becoming more conscious about the material and quality of my clothing (including production), it has severely limited (in the best way) what I can buy. No more impulse buys from chain stores, or from anywhere really. I do like going to thrift stores, but of course that’s limited since you really have to hunt for good items.
I love your videos! I was wondering how often you do laundry with your smaller wardrobes and being a mom? I’m looking a downsize but being very busy, I’m concerned about my time doing laundry with less clothing. I try to do laundry once a week... sometimes once every other for reference.
This was one of the most useful videos i've ever seen in youtube ..and it DOES make sense sarah ,Thank you ♡
Would you do a video on the cloth diaper process? What you need for your first child and any tips and tricks you've leaned over time!
I am learning to be a minimalist and it is hard when you love shopping, esp. clothes and especially when you have a channel about fashion, lol!
Bravo !!! Love how you talked & walked us viewers through each section , especially in this video's topic !
I have been buying quite a bit of clothing, natural substitutes for hygiene as well as home cleaning products, and replacing things that I would keep wearing for years in place of the fast fashion I used to wear.
Would you do a video about the toys you have for the 3 kids...asking because I'm trying to reduce and focus on what I really need. Have watched the ones you have so far but would another focused one xoxo love your channel!!
This video taught me so much more about minimalism than the other purging videos on socials these days.
Lately I have found that all the junk and stuff I own are just taking up space in my home. They don’t fill my life in a good way but instead they just remind me of how unhappy I have been with my life and using items to replace and make up for the emptiness I’ve experienced. More than ever I want to transition into minimalism. Do you have a video of must haves “reusable” items ? I want to stop buying ziploc bags and cotton pads.
hi sarah! been requesting this for so long 🙁
vidoe on sustainable and organic stuff that youre using at home from food to cleaning materials pls🥰