Spending money eating out/on take out is so, so important to me. I am in charge of the meal planning for our family and I find it takes up so much mental space! So my rule is that I only meal plan Sundays-Thursdays, and Fridays/Saturdays it's a free for all. If we have leftovers to get through, great. But I refuse to have any kind of meal structure on the weekends. I find that allowing myself to spend money on someone else cooking for me just frees up so much mental capacity that allows me to actually enjoy my weekends :)
I love how honest and realistic your video is about what you still money on. Surely one of the goals of minimalism is to help you improve your quality of life by prioritising things important to you. I still spend money on eating out because I love food and I like spending quality time with my friends or family over food.
Completely agree on your comment on how realistic and truthful this video is! Also agree on eating out, I'd like to think too that we are helping our local businesses too during these challenging times.
Thanks for admitting that you spend money on take-out. Every minimalist starts their no-buy list with take-out coffee. But my husband and I want to support our local businesses, particularly the two coffee shacks in our town. We are also buying our coffee from small roasters rather than the grocery store. So coffee is our big splurge in an otherwise frugal life!
When I started my minimalist journey, I cut all my spending and it was exhausting. I missed buying coffee, clothes, books, even just a treat for my dogs. Now I know that minimalism doesn't have to look any certain way! I still buy a coffee every once in a while and decided to make book buying an EVENT instead of an impulse.
THERAPY 🙌 thank you for saying this out loud. I started budgeting for therapy and it was completely worth it. I find that the pandemic has made therapy much more accessible as well, in terms of video/phone conference calls. I live in a sort of remote location, with zero access to counselling or therapy. Video conferencing has been a literal life saver.
Love that the two of you are really intentional with your coffee dates and take the time to appreciate the moment and take everything in! That's so sweet and fun! 😊 ☕️
You’re one of my favorite TH-camr because you’re so honest and I relate to you a lot. Thanks. I spend money on a gym membership and on plants. As a proun mom of an autistic child, it’s part of my « therapy » to exercice out of my house and to have green around me.
I feel the same. I enjoy the pleasures of life. My minimalism journey is not an exercise in deprivation, but being mindful of what is important to me. I still find myself getting caught in a loop about something I think I need, but I find if I sleep on it...it goes away.
What are some things you still spend money on or budget for? Also OMG 😳 I do certainly know the difference between “there”, “their” and “they’re” - caught my type-o 😭
Therapy and Nspresso coffee. I realize nspresso pods are $1 a day but it’s something that makes me so happy and I look forward to it every morning, helps me start on a good note. Not worth saving $30 a month to give up something that makes me look forward to waking up!
I still spend money on take away coffees. Although I make coffee at home every morning I still like to treat myself once in a while, it makes me happy.
Some beautiful make up things🥰 for example I just bought Gucci bronzer, it is a piece of art itself🎁 i do not buy a lot, never did, but i just like really beautiful things ith beautiful design and package
I enjoy buying coffee and ice cream out, and I like to treat my friends to coffee and ice cream. It's a small thing but it gives me a lot of joy and is a big part of living my rich life 😊
*“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending...”* *―C. S. Lewis* I may not know you personally, but I believe in you my friend! 🙏
I used to be terrible about buying clothes and it’s still something I buy but rarely on a whim, I usually have to think about a clothing purchase for a few days/weeks before getting it. I also feel like i’ve gotten so much better at being able to tell whether or not i’ll actually wear something...like so often i’ll see something cute but recognize that if i got it, it would sit in my closet for months unworn lol
You are just so good at it. There are many channels talking Lo-Bi, etc etc, and I’ve been racking my brain as to why this channel is my #1 by miles and I think - feel? - that it’s that you never seem to use a false voice. You never do the influencer nasal whine. You talk as though we’re in the room there, but also we know you mean it when you say, “you do you”. I also adore your sense of humour. Thanks for your approach. It means the world. 👏🙏🤩
That's odd that someone would comment about your videos always being about "stuff" - that's kind of the point... So "Thank you" for making videos about "stuff". I do "take out" once a week on the weekend - just brought home my Taco Bell (#1 Supreme w/a Diet Pepsi) haul before I clicked on your video! And while I have teas for when I feel fancy - I have to have Diet Pepsi - I am trying to break the habit but it won't leave. Trying to drink more water too. Have a great week! ❤
Christina I get so much from your content. I have been budgeting all month and I feel like I'm in control. Right now I'm budgeting 20.00 a week for fun money. That for me is coffee and books. But I have to decide. I decided no clothes but I'm in the chilly Northern BC so I am going to look for 3 intentional buys this fall. Thank you for your awesome videos 🥰
So glad! Yes that’s exactly right - we often can spend on everything we want so prioritizing or planning how make it happen without derailing the rest of our finances has been life changing ❤️
Love your straight forward content!!! I spend money on my physical and mental health (therapy, coaching, fresh food) as well as education (books, courses).
My enjoyment increased when I made a date with myself or friend for a nice coffee, now it's not dinging my debit card daily and I appreciate it more 🙂 I'm still on the emotional spending journey, it's not easy but your videos are really helping me. Thx ☕😁
So hair care is still a priority for me too, I have thick, curly hair. If I don't take care of it, it turns me into a human lampshade. I still buy books because reading is my favorite form of entertainment (and hour to dollar rate, reading is great bang for your buck). I am on a book-buying ban for now though as I work through my TBR pile/list. I still spend money on take out here and there too. As a mom of 3 though, this is practically unavoidable. I still spend money on skin care, including my RX cream, TactuPump. Sunscreen falls into this too. I also still spend money on entertainment; Spotify, Sims 4 expansion packs here and there, Amazon Prime subscription (for the tv), etc. With a hubby who loves tv and 3 kids, we kind of have to have tv choices...
@@Christinamychas Right?? If I don't apply moisture to my hair regularly, it just gets fluffier, frizzier, and more voluminous, until the whole thing resembles a trianngle. Not a cute look. LOL. So, good quality hair care has been something I've committed to spending more money on. It's cheaper in the long run than trying to change the hair that naturally grows out of my head into something it's not.
Total minimalism doesn't support the wider community. I totally agree with mindful purchasing, using existing resources, recycling, and budgeting, but the coffee shop, craft shop, manufacturer, hairdresser, etc cannot survive without sales. If we want them there in the future we need to support them.
This is really helpful! Your approach to personal finance and debt repayment has helped me so much Christina (still learning of course) (every damn day). This was a good reminder that there are definitely things I don't have to whittle down all the way if I enjoy them - clothing is definitely the hardest though! Thank you always x
I think I buy all the things just much less. This year I bought 6 new items if clothing…summer shorts, sport bras, and 2 short sleeved shirts instead of an ‘entire summer wardrobe’ for 3 months. My drawers open easy and my closet hangs nicely. Good job on working out at home!
this list seems awesome to me... having coffee outside from time to time is totally ok! education- I can relate :) I reserved for my fiance and I, an Air-Bnb for 3 days to see if moving to another city will end up the traffic we handle every day , and in general the quailty of life... (living far from work now) so after that we will know if the new city is right for us or not. and btw- those "stuff" someone mentioned to you- yeah .... we are working for living but we spend soooo much on stuff (cloths, resturants, accesories, beauty products , etc)... so yeah, talking about stuff is defenitally ok in this channel :) haha
You put sunscreen on your ear! Brilliant! I haven't thought of that, and I havent seen anyone did that either, only you! Will do this starting tomorrow. Thank you for the idea! ❤️
I am buying now a new camera as I used to create my videos with a GoPro and that's not good for cinematic videos! And given that a proper camera it's a must for me as it helps me work on my hobbies, I don't consider myself less of a minimalist! Great topic! Yes, never give up coffee!! :)
Not a minimalist yet but heading in that direction. I will say one thing I won’t skimp on is skincare that also includes my body. Being bicoastal my skincare has different needs depending on the dry or humid conditions. Not to mention the quality of water depending on where I am. Ugh!
Hi Christina..hi from India..your minimalism journey is very relatable....keep doing what you do :) I would be happy to see a video from you, on how you manage a full-time career with a time-consuming second career on youtube..
Christina fellow Canadian here, I always look forward to your videos 😀. I still spend money on getting my hair colored and cut- makes me feel more alive and good Education as well- my therapist once said "if you aren't learning you are not breathing" $200 a month on combined clothes, shoes, make up if I need and want to Skincare- great skin is essential for me to feel my best Some take out coffees- I work irregular hours at different things, so I need my caffeine on the go sometimes.
I still spend money on bags 🙈 but unlike before, I allocate a portion of my monthly budget for bags. I just found your channel and I’m glad I did. Thank you for these videos. ❤️
Love this very practical list and it's great to talk about how we DO still spend money even when we're aiming to streamline our lives. I'm a big YNAB fan myself, it truly changed my life.
I try to limit my personal take-out orders to at least two meals a month. I find that I'm also saving a ton of money by still living with my parents- no rent or charge, just hugs! I will say though that the majority of my budget covers entertainment (i.e. movies, DisneyPlus and Funimation for anime) and therapy. I go about twice a month like you, Christina. Thanks for sharing these things with us! :D
I have just started my first "big" adult job after graduation, working nearly full-time, so I will have to create a budget plan once my first paycheck comes. The past months I have spent 0 effort looking after how much I spend on groceries, so I need to work on that.
One thing I learn from all this type of videos.. I buy what I truly need or want and for me to know if I really want it o take my time and guess what after a month I say it was not that serious Haha I knew it was only bcuz same net everybody talking about it make you want things tou don't truly want
My partner and I enjoy a takeout about once a fortnight but have limited ourselves to only takeout that comes in paper or cardboard because even though many plastic takeout containers are recyclable, we still don’t want to keep adding to the ever growing plastic problem in the world.
Not gonna lie - I’ve been loving your channel - but as soon as you sound like you’re reading a canned script for an advertisement I’m out. I don’t feel like it’s authentic and that’s what your channel is all about. I’m sorry. Disappointed. 😒
The money people are spending on Dyson hair products is obscene! I've used them at the gym and it by no means justifies the cost, it did a marginally better job than my moderately priced $230 NZD hairdryer that I brought in 2017. Don't get me wrong, I'm a hair person, but a hair curling product or hairdryer that is $700 - 800 NZD is not helping my financial future.
Spending money eating out/on take out is so, so important to me. I am in charge of the meal planning for our family and I find it takes up so much mental space! So my rule is that I only meal plan Sundays-Thursdays, and Fridays/Saturdays it's a free for all. If we have leftovers to get through, great. But I refuse to have any kind of meal structure on the weekends. I find that allowing myself to spend money on someone else cooking for me just frees up so much mental capacity that allows me to actually enjoy my weekends :)
Amen to this.
I love how honest and realistic your video is about what you still money on. Surely one of the goals of minimalism is to help you improve your quality of life by prioritising things important to you. I still spend money on eating out because I love food and I like spending quality time with my friends or family over food.
Absolutely! ❤️
Completely agree on your comment on how realistic and truthful this video is! Also agree on eating out, I'd like to think too that we are helping our local businesses too during these challenging times.
Haha that little laugh before you mentioned clothes 🤣❤ I feel you!!
Thanks for admitting that you spend money on take-out. Every minimalist starts their no-buy list with take-out coffee. But my husband and I want to support our local businesses, particularly the two coffee shacks in our town. We are also buying our coffee from small roasters rather than the grocery store. So coffee is our big splurge in an otherwise frugal life!
When I started my minimalist journey, I cut all my spending and it was exhausting. I missed buying coffee, clothes, books, even just a treat for my dogs. Now I know that minimalism doesn't have to look any certain way! I still buy a coffee every once in a while and decided to make book buying an EVENT instead of an impulse.
THERAPY 🙌 thank you for saying this out loud. I started budgeting for therapy and it was completely worth it. I find that the pandemic has made therapy much more accessible as well, in terms of video/phone conference calls. I live in a sort of remote location, with zero access to counselling or therapy. Video conferencing has been a literal life saver.
Love that the two of you are really intentional with your coffee dates and take the time to appreciate the moment and take everything in! That's so sweet and fun! 😊 ☕️
It’s one of my favourite things ❤️
You’re one of my favorite TH-camr because you’re so honest and I relate to you a lot. Thanks.
I spend money on a gym membership and on plants. As a proun mom of an autistic child, it’s part of my « therapy » to exercice out of my house and to have green around me.
I feel the same. I enjoy the pleasures of life. My minimalism journey is not an exercise in deprivation, but being mindful of what is important to me. I still find myself getting caught in a loop about something I think I need, but I find if I sleep on it...it goes away.
I just invested in a high quality mattress with my partner and honestly anything for sleep is valuable.
What are some things you still spend money on or budget for?
Also OMG 😳 I do certainly know the difference between “there”, “their” and “they’re” - caught my type-o 😭
Therapy and Nspresso coffee. I realize nspresso pods are $1 a day but it’s something that makes me so happy and I look forward to it every morning, helps me start on a good note. Not worth saving $30 a month to give up something that makes me look forward to waking up!
I still spend money on take away coffees. Although I make coffee at home every morning I still like to treat myself once in a while, it makes me happy.
Therapy has been a great investment for me!
Some beautiful make up things🥰 for example I just bought Gucci bronzer, it is a piece of art itself🎁 i do not buy a lot, never did, but i just like really beautiful things ith beautiful design and package
I enjoy buying coffee and ice cream out, and I like to treat my friends to coffee and ice cream. It's a small thing but it gives me a lot of joy and is a big part of living my rich life 😊
Same here
*“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending...”*
*―C. S. Lewis*
I may not know you personally, but I believe in you my friend! 🙏
I used to be terrible about buying clothes and it’s still something I buy but rarely on a whim, I usually have to think about a clothing purchase for a few days/weeks before getting it. I also feel like i’ve gotten so much better at being able to tell whether or not i’ll actually wear something...like so often i’ll see something cute but recognize that if i got it, it would sit in my closet for months unworn lol
You are just so good at it. There are many channels talking Lo-Bi, etc etc, and I’ve been racking my brain as to why this channel is my #1 by miles and I think - feel? - that it’s that you never seem to use a false voice. You never do the influencer nasal whine. You talk as though we’re in the room there, but also we know you mean it when you say, “you do you”. I also adore your sense of humour. Thanks for your approach. It means the world. 👏🙏🤩
Love how you customize minimalism to work for you! Honestly the most important lesson I've learned on my journey and just life in general xo
That's odd that someone would comment about your videos always being about "stuff" - that's kind of the point... So "Thank you" for making videos about "stuff".
I do "take out" once a week on the weekend - just brought home my Taco Bell (#1 Supreme w/a Diet Pepsi) haul before I clicked on your video! And while I have teas for when I feel fancy - I have to have Diet Pepsi - I am trying to break the habit but it won't leave. Trying to drink more water too. Have a great week! ❤
Christina I get so much from your content. I have been budgeting all month and I feel like I'm in control. Right now I'm budgeting 20.00 a week for fun money. That for me is coffee and books. But I have to decide. I decided no clothes but I'm in the chilly Northern BC so I am going to look for 3 intentional buys this fall. Thank you for your awesome videos 🥰
So glad! Yes that’s exactly right - we often can spend on everything we want so prioritizing or planning how make it happen without derailing the rest of our finances has been life changing ❤️
I agree that sunscreen is the most important skin care, I do spend $ on good tinted mineral sunscreen as I don’t wear foundation ✨
Love your straight forward content!!! I spend money on my physical and mental health (therapy, coaching, fresh food) as well as education (books, courses).
My enjoyment increased when I made a date with myself or friend for a nice coffee, now it's not dinging my debit card daily and I appreciate it more 🙂 I'm still on the emotional spending journey, it's not easy but your videos are really helping me. Thx ☕😁
Agree with SPF 🙌 I’ve reduced my skincare to a few things but buy the EltaMD clear no matter the price.
LOVE LOVE LOVE YNAB (you need a budget)!!!!! It is the most common-sense budgeting app out there.
I’m so happy you continued with YNAB! It’s made budgeting actually fun which I never expected
Something I spend my money on guilt-free - my horse 🦄 He provides great companionship and a wonderful way to decompress after a rough day.
So hair care is still a priority for me too, I have thick, curly hair. If I don't take care of it, it turns me into a human lampshade. I still buy books because reading is my favorite form of entertainment (and hour to dollar rate, reading is great bang for your buck). I am on a book-buying ban for now though as I work through my TBR pile/list. I still spend money on take out here and there too. As a mom of 3 though, this is practically unavoidable. I still spend money on skin care, including my RX cream, TactuPump. Sunscreen falls into this too. I also still spend money on entertainment; Spotify, Sims 4 expansion packs here and there, Amazon Prime subscription (for the tv), etc. With a hubby who loves tv and 3 kids, we kind of have to have tv choices...
Lol human lampshade! 😂😂 I felt this
@@Christinamychas Right?? If I don't apply moisture to my hair regularly, it just gets fluffier, frizzier, and more voluminous, until the whole thing resembles a trianngle. Not a cute look. LOL. So, good quality hair care has been something I've committed to spending more money on. It's cheaper in the long run than trying to change the hair that naturally grows out of my head into something it's not.
Total minimalism doesn't support the wider community. I totally agree with mindful purchasing, using existing resources, recycling, and budgeting, but the coffee shop, craft shop, manufacturer, hairdresser, etc cannot survive without sales. If we want them there in the future we need to support them.
Thank you for presenting such an honest and graceful video. I really appreciated this one!
This is really helpful! Your approach to personal finance and debt repayment has helped me so much Christina (still learning of course) (every damn day). This was a good reminder that there are definitely things I don't have to whittle down all the way if I enjoy them - clothing is definitely the hardest though! Thank you always x
I’m all about budgeting in take out. We absolutely enjoy it. I also agree that therapy is worth it. Thanks for a great video!!
I think I buy all the things just much less. This year I bought 6 new items if clothing…summer shorts, sport bras, and 2 short sleeved shirts instead of an ‘entire summer wardrobe’ for 3 months. My drawers open easy and my closet hangs nicely. Good job on working out at home!
I love how realistic this list feels and how as minimalists its okay to invest into apps for your business, and physical and mental health.
this list seems awesome to me... having coffee outside from time to time is totally ok! education- I can relate :) I reserved for my fiance and I, an Air-Bnb for 3 days to see if moving to another city will end up the traffic we handle every day , and in general the quailty of life... (living far from work now) so after that we will know if the new city is right for us or not. and btw- those "stuff" someone mentioned to you- yeah .... we are working for living but we spend soooo much on stuff (cloths, resturants, accesories, beauty products , etc)... so yeah, talking about stuff is defenitally ok in this channel :) haha
You put sunscreen on your ear! Brilliant! I haven't thought of that, and I havent seen anyone did that either, only you! Will do this starting tomorrow. Thank you for the idea! ❤️
I am buying now a new camera as I used to create my videos with a GoPro and that's not good for cinematic videos! And given that a proper camera it's a must for me as it helps me work on my hobbies, I don't consider myself less of a minimalist! Great topic! Yes, never give up coffee!! :)
Congratulations! New cameras are lots of fun ❤️ def a useful creative tool to do what you’re passionate about!
@@Christinamychas absolutely! For me creativity it's who I am, I couldn't live without it!
Not a minimalist yet but heading in that direction. I will say one thing I won’t skimp on is skincare that also includes my body. Being bicoastal my skincare has different needs depending on the dry or humid conditions. Not to mention the quality of water depending on where I am. Ugh!
Hi Christina..hi from India..your minimalism journey is very relatable....keep doing what you do :) I would be happy to see a video from you, on how you manage a full-time career with a time-consuming second career on youtube..
Absolutely! That’s on my to-film list ❤️
Christina fellow Canadian here, I always look forward to your videos 😀.
I still spend money on getting my hair colored and cut- makes me feel more alive and good
Education as well- my therapist once said "if you aren't learning you are not breathing"
$200 a month on combined clothes, shoes, make up if I need and want to
Skincare- great skin is essential for me to feel my best
Some take out coffees- I work irregular hours at different things, so I need my caffeine on the go sometimes.
I still spend money on bags 🙈 but unlike before, I allocate a portion of my monthly budget for bags.
I just found your channel and I’m glad I did. Thank you for these videos. ❤️
Love this very practical list and it's great to talk about how we DO still spend money even when we're aiming to streamline our lives. I'm a big YNAB fan myself, it truly changed my life.
It’s the best!
Could you do a video review on sunscreens at all price levels? :)
I recommend Doctorly on TH-cam :)
I try to limit my personal take-out orders to at least two meals a month. I find that I'm also saving a ton of money by still living with my parents- no rent or charge, just hugs! I will say though that the majority of my budget covers entertainment (i.e. movies, DisneyPlus and Funimation for anime) and therapy. I go about twice a month like you, Christina. Thanks for sharing these things with us! :D
I have just started my first "big" adult job after graduation, working nearly full-time, so I will have to create a budget plan once my first paycheck comes. The past months I have spent 0 effort looking after how much I spend on groceries, so I need to work on that.
I almost only buy Korean skincare. There are a lot of affordable options, even great sunscreen and they have stricter ingredient laws like the EU.
Hi Christina, I use YNAB too. I started June 2020 and it has completely changed my life 🙌🏼
Christina, you just made me realize that I never sunscreen my ears! 😂. Thumbs up for that alone!
I just joined YNAB, so good to have u share your experience and comments below too. Just love following your journey!
Definitely take out at the moment! Books and development programs! Before covid was travelling only!
Inner work is so important!
Takeout a couple of times a month would be a major goal for me lol
Dry hair can be internal not survive caused. Try Saw Palmetto & Biotin. It has changed my hair greatly after about a month of taking it regularly
One thing I learn from all this type of videos.. I buy what I truly need or want and for me to know if I really want it o take my time and guess what after a month I say it was not that serious Haha I knew it was only bcuz same net everybody talking about it make you want things tou don't truly want
please do a video on ynab!
Thanks!
wow thank you so much!
My partner and I enjoy a takeout about once a fortnight but have limited ourselves to only takeout that comes in paper or cardboard because even though many plastic takeout containers are recyclable, we still don’t want to keep adding to the ever growing plastic problem in the world.
Hi Christina, any comments on chemical versus mineral sunscreens given your pharmacy education?
Either are fine! Some people tend to find chemical SPF more irritating to the skin or the eyes. It unfortunately is a bit of trial and error sometimes
Yessss spf!!! I never here minimalists actually take care of their skin and regularly wear sunscreen. ☀️🧴🙌
Your new direction on the channel is very similar to a small wardrobe’s channel.
I am also coffee lover.
Love the video 😍
Is the skinceuticals sunscreen nice? I’ve been thinking of trying it.
Greetings from Denmark 🇩🇰. Did I get it right: you got out of dept?? 🤩 And if so, what's your next goal?
Will let you know soon 😬😬😬
@@Christinamychas 💪🤩 cannot wait!
Not gonna lie - I’ve been loving your channel - but as soon as you sound like you’re reading a canned script for an advertisement I’m out. I don’t feel like it’s authentic and that’s what your channel is all about. I’m sorry. Disappointed. 😒
The money people are spending on Dyson hair products is obscene! I've used them at the gym and it by no means justifies the cost, it did a marginally better job than my moderately priced $230 NZD hairdryer that I brought in 2017. Don't get me wrong, I'm a hair person, but a hair curling product or hairdryer that is $700 - 800 NZD is not helping my financial future.
On eating out and drinking out ice coffee
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