Love this, spread the word! We were going 'yay!' through almost all of these, as well as all the laughs, you guys have such wisdom! Have to say, Bec, your hair looks faaaaabulous today and who needs blusher when your man is happy to share the goings on of your Diva cup! He's passed the 'menses men' test for sure. We need more like you, Eamon! Really, REALLY great video!
Also you can just buy bars of soap, shampoos, and conditioner. It reduces the amount of plastic and such. ( yes shampoo and conditioner comes in bars, and often they’re organic and not toxic too)
Eamon talking about Bec's diva cup was EVERYTHING. I don't say this lightly but I have mad respect for him! So many men are afraid or grossed out by women's feminine products such as tampons or pads or menstrual cups and that was cool to hear him talk about it with no shame 😂
@@322stardust Yes! If she has an issue it is personal. I'm not into the craping while the wife is in the shower thing. I feel the bathroom is almost always off limits. Just my thing.
I’ve been using a reusable menstrual cup for close to 20 years now and I literally can not live without the thing! SUCH a game changer!!!! I have traveled around the world, and have done a lot of hiking and long distance biking. Having a system for dealing with your period while on the road and in inaccessible locations, I can testify that using a cup makes life so much easier. You can be “old school” and see the value of something like this. Heck, to me “old school’ is being frugal... which a menstrual cup is. I hope that you do take on this topic Bec.
I am really liking the less-polished videos... the goofs are hilarious! My wife and I have a bit of a joke when out window shopping, we try to guess how much we would get for items if we later sold them at a yard sale. It is amazing how much you put back on the shelf when you start thinking that way.
I like that tip. I need to do that before I buy something. Makes you think of what you are overpaying for. I do buy almost everything I can find 2nd hand. I love fb marketplace!!! There is no need to pay full price. Someone is selling almost everything Im looking for. Lol.
really appreciate how bec made sure to clarify that you two aren't judging if some of us do still use some of these things. sometimes I feel like these "things I don't buy" videos can become a little judgmental or "show off-y" so I really liked your disclaimer! great video! xx
Hi Mary! When I found these videos we felt the very same thing and I did want to make this point because I truly don't judge! Everything is a process and nobody's perfect!!
I've used those in the past two but found them ooey and gooey to store in between washes because I had to put it in a container and it never seemed to fully dry. Any tips?!
Brittany G> Girl...word. But Lush makes great bar shampoo. I just pick off a little sliver as much as you would use in one wash. Throw it in to a 16 to 20oz squeeze bottle full of warm water. Pour that into my roots, whilst my hair is dry, lathering and sudsing until I have a head full of wet, soapy hair. Then rinsing. saves so much water, too.
Eamon & Bec i use shampoo bars since I mostly shower at the gym. I open the container to dry them out as much as possible. Not only does it avoid the gooey mess, it makes it last longer. I’ve had to try different brands as, just like bottled shampoo, no one brand works for everyone.
Bec, can you do a video on essential oils you use for deodorant, cleaning products, etc?! Listening to Eamon talk about the DIVA CUP!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Priceless!!!!
Something that’s been a life changer for me: reusable cotton pads. I used to use them for my face and piercings and they’re just SO unnecessary. You can buy reusable fabric ones sustainably on Etsy or just make them out of old clothing etc
My favorite tip for buying souvenirs is the squished penny machines. They are hard/impossible to find in more rural areas. The more touristy areas have them though. They are around 51 cents and are so small. I keep mine in a dish on the counter.
Am i the only arabic girl who knows his shirt said coffee in Arabic ? هيل Im from Saudi Arabia and im a big fan of ur van life i wish I could do that some day
Instead of Audible, you can get a library card and get your audiobooks for free. Plus, if my local library doesn't have a book, they will get it upon request. Each library member can request 10 books a month!
One thing that I buy that stops me from buying lots of other items is Mason Jars !!!!!! They’re cups, travel mugs, spice containers, tupperwear, home decor and more. I just love them
All the same things happened when I moved to Costa Rica and or away from US consumerism. Costa Ricans understand real priorities and I have learned so much from this culture! Life is so freeing when you don't waste time and money worried about appearance or measuring up to the Joneses at consumerism.
Minimalism isn't for everyone, but your right on so many levels. I was fooled into or trained to think I needed a lot of stuff I didn't. As a young man every time I moved to a new place I always pulled the dumpster up the the front door and started filling it up. Sometimes you just collect stuff with the idea that you have a plan for it somewhere down the road and it sits and sits and years go by. I leaned that it takes very little to be happy. Now everything I own fits, with room to spare in my tiny house with the rule that if you don't have room for it and your not going to use it really soon, it doesn't come home.
Love this! In addition to everything you listed...we no longer buy Paper towels - we use cloths and rags Tissues - we made hankies out of old linens Some toiletries - we make our own dry shampoo, toothpowder, lotion, mouthwash and deodorant We also have a ‘second-hand first’ rule, meaning we try to buy anything we do want/need second hand and only buy new if it’s something we really can’t get used. You’d be surprised how often we come across very particular things we want with just a little patience and searching.
OMG I was so pleased to hear Bec talk about not using make up. You guys have amazing skin, I spend most of my time admiring your flawless, makeupless skin in every video. Bec has natural beauty and needs no makeup and I can't get my head round the Instagram fake girls who look like 'orange tanned clones' with inches of makeup on their faces. Seriously who thinks this look is good? Natural every time!
I totally agree with hair and skin care being more natural. I try to avoid silicone and other styling products and people tell me how shiny and nice my hair is. Sometimes i don't even brush it! Still looks good!
Well done. One of the reasons I follow you is because you are both aware of the plastic waste, so many people are not. People think that it is expensive but it’s such a cost saving way to live. Have not used cling wrap for years. I love the glass containers from ikea with the bamboo tops.
kathryn witte thank you! That’s one thing that annoys me about my Canadian friends. Some of us, even in the states, aren’t blessed with access to clean drinking water from the tap and even if we are, we never know when an ecoli outbreak will happen or something else. Just look at Flint!
To be honest, I clicked on this video out of boredom thinking I'd see two pretentious people, but you guys actually seem really sweet and genuine! I hate when people try to boast their minimalistic lifestyle like they're better than you, but you guys don't seem like that at all :,) Also, I'm from Toronto too!
Discovered your channel the other night guys and haven't watched much else since. Your easy going style is infectious - it makes me happy just to watch your vids. Really - I mean that. Best to each of you.
Hey guys, we were also La Croix addicts! Because our recycling bin was always overflowing with La Croix cans and we wanted to cut back on overall waste, we broke down and got a Sodastream. Also from a heath perspective, it’s nice to drastically reduce our aluminum exposure from constantly drinking out of cans. Sodastream rocks! Takes little room, no electricity/batteries necessary, you can reuse bottles a zillion times, and we now actually love to custom flavor our bubbly water ourselves. We get spring water as often as possible to get some more minerals. Even with purchasing the CO2 cartridges (we return empty ones to Bed Bath & Beyond for recycling and then get half of a new one in exchange), we’re saving $$ because we used to consumed tons of LaCroix!
I threw away a pair of pants I had for 8 years....so sad. I've stopped buying makeup and buy only tinted zinc sunscreen. Solely ride my bike...been without a car for two years.
Jinin Berry generally when you eat high quality food, have less mental stress (this affects hormones), use good quality natural products on your skin and spend a lot of time being active outdoors in nature then you don't really get those blemishes or dull skin. you just have that natural healthy skin glow and good growth in hair and nails... this is why a lot of sports people, adventures and people in this type of natural minimal lifestyle appear so "effortlessly" fit and beautiful
Coconut oil is (surprisingly) a natural sunscreen. Lived on island 20 years. Worked like a charm. I have olive skin though. Not sure if it’s enough of a block for folks with milky white skin.
I love the idea about sharing formal clothes. Yes!!! Great idea!! My girlfriends used to have what we called a box party, not sure how it was named that but there were 5-7 of us. We would invite a friend or two. Everyone brought a bag (probably started as a box) of clothing they were done with. Each person would have their turn to stand in front and one by one try to “sell” (for free) each item of clothing. Who ever yelled “mine” first got it. If no one wanted it, it went to the thrift shop. We have all scattered now but I sure miss those parties and the “new” wardrobe”
Hey Eamon and Bec, for water I totally suggest you look into a Big Berkey Water Filter! They are incredible and you'll never have to worry about where you get your water from. You could literally fill it up with lake water and after it's filtered you don't have think twice about the cleanliness of the water, it's 100% drinkable! "Berkey® systems can easily purify raw, untreated water from sources such as rivers, lakes and streams."
fantastic!! one little thing that i don't get anymore are dryer sheets/fabric softener, they really don't make much of a difference in your clothes and just take up space and cost money anyway- i used to use them every single load but haven't used them for months and my clothes are still fine and comfortable! i'm sure there are natural softeners you can get as well for down the road (eventually, clothing does get scratchy) but i haven't had to look yet. even just using softener every 10 or 20 or 50 loads is a big improvement.
I love this concept!! Not only saving money in the end but helping the environment too! There were a couple of things on your list that I have been wanting to change but just haven't made it happen. I am using this post right here to pledge to myself and to the environment to make the changes happen and live a more minimalist lifestyle :) :) thanks for the encouragement!
For souvenirs, we do buy a keychain and keep it with us, just as a memo from that country, although photo's and video are personally the best souvenirs (alongside memories of course) and best thing, you can keep them all digital so they take up no space :)
you two are the best! I have been watching your newer videos for a while now but it's fun to go back to the older ones. The chemistry between the two of you is my favorite part of your videos. I am looking into van life and having such a hard time committing. I know it will work out the way it is supposed to! Thanks for all of your videos!
I have a hard time giving up the paper towels because I have 2 elderly cats and a dog in my van. I just don't love the idea of washing out towels or cloths after cleaning up their messes. Sometimes, cat urine doesn't come out of those cloths! It's disgusting, but I love my animals. If anyone has a better method, please let me know.
tonyawise1 I understand needing paper towels for pet accidents. If I do happen to use a towel or cloth when cleaning their accidents I find soaking them in vinegar, prior to washing, eliminates the scent. Although I’m in a house with a laundry sink so it may be easier for me (I also keep a few gallons of vinegar on hand for this purpose, as well as for general cleaning).
Lejla C microfibre cloths leaches plastic into the ocean which kills the fishies. Try cotton, bamboo or my personal favourite sack flower towels. Or get a filter that filters out the microfibres. This is a non judgment comment just a FYI take it or leave it comment. Hope it helps. 😊
Reusables are also so much more hygienic because you know exactly where the container/vessel has been and how thoroughly they have been washed cos YOU washed them yourself!
Guys I’m not sure if it’s the same in Canada, but in the states if you have a library card you can borrow ebooks through an app called Libby or Overdrive. Saves tons of money, space in your home, and trees!
I love that you guys borrow clothes from friends and family! Have you ever heard of swap parties? No. Not swapping partner parties. Haha. Swapping clothes and accessories parties. I've been attending and hosting this kind of swap party for years now and it is a total GAME CHANGER!!! So many benefits like: cleaning/editing your closet on the regular; scoring a bunch of (new) stuff for free; more excuses to meet up with your peeps and the added bonus of hearing the stories attached to the items they're giving away!
I am trying to do zero waste at home. Everyone has gotten on board with it here. It’s amazing how little we waste now. Even recycled items are going down.
I haven't purchased shampoo or conditioner for 5 years, it was my first step to cutting out chemicals from my personal care. Now only use natural remineralizing toothpaste, make my own body wash, laundry detergent, dish soap, etc. I also happen to love DIY stuff so that definitely helps. Been getting into aromatherapy and essential oils in the last year and loving it!
Love this topic so much!! My list is very similar to yours except we don’t have solar panels (at least not yet) and I still love me an occasional craft beer. Keep up the great work. Would definitely welcome more videos on the minimalism / frugal / earth-friendly side of things.
I know I'm a year late buuuuut the cheap side of me went CRAZY about these advices. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. Personally I'm proud to say I followed almost all of them and I'm so satisfied with this. ps.: can't deny, eamon sold me a diva cup
I'm obsessed with bringing my own cup/jar everywhere I go. I only buy paper towels because my roommate use them. I'm doing my best to be as zero waste as possible and reduce clutter in my life and I love hearing that others are making these efforts as well! Great video guys!!
Once again Bec and Eamon are right on point. I would like to recommend a product for you. I purchased this product about six month ago and its amazing. Also great for Vegans , (InstantPot , designed by a Canadian). This product is all electric and great for van life. You can cook rice , cakes , squash in a flash, its amazing. tc BT
Everything is awesome about your van life ! I wonder , no wine , no alcohol so what do you guys do to have special fun ? you 2 are so calm and zen it’s unreal ! Wish I could feel that way sometimes! You both are beautiful humans ! Love your videos
All right. THIS is the video that I fell in love with, of all of them. WHY? Because I live exactly like this (with the exception of the ...). I'm so happy that you both share my values.
What a great van life PSA! Most of what you gave up wouls be good for all to consider ..not just vandwellers. It's so easy to help mother earth with just a little forthought...thanks for the vlog guys! Peace 💝
On the water bottles, a lot of people don't actually have access to clean tap water. I live in Tennessee and sometimes our water comes out a pale yellow. My parent's house, the water SMELLS. Smells like dirty laundry
there are many subs! you can use old t shirts, dish towels from ikea and some that are specific for cleaning (usually come in many colors for each place so for the bathroom or kitchen)
While a wish people didn't have to use bottled water but it's sad that so many people need too. Like here in America Flint famously doesn't have clean water but there are also a lot of rural (country/farmland) areas that don't have clean water or good enough water filtration systems. So it's like when you're in the city the tap water is fine but when you leave the city they're high levels of lead and toxins in the water.
MsTink1020 THANKS! We're used to thinking of it as a third world problem but it's come home to roost. Plus, rural areas have issues with sulfur in their fresh water, or other well issues especially after seasonal flooding. Bacteria will make you rethink that "2018" comment fast while you run for the woods!
I mentioned this in a separate comment, but what our household does to overcome this problem is to buy 5 or 6, 5-Gallon bpa-free jugs and refill those with remineralized reverse osmosis water. The jugs are infinitely reusable and can fill your reusable water botte over and over again! :)
Thank you for sharing! Loved Eamon’s explanation of how to use the diva cup 😂 Personally i use the Lena cup but I’ve been so happy since the switch! Also, I can’t wait for your ebook😍 to come out! So stoked! I wanna try all the recipes!
as someone who just purchased a sprinter and am preparing for the transition into tiny living, this video was so helpful just as a reminder as i’m decluttering my life of the things that will really be important once i am living fulltime in my van! thank you for the inspiration to get out and chase this dream- maybe someday we can cross paths! my conversion starts in december and i couldn’t be more excited! 😊
Isn't that what a good filtration system is for?....to take out the nasties.....if unsure could test the water after the filtration process to ensure it's clean & clear.
I have watched A LOT of these ‘what I no longer buy/minimalism’ videos. And this is my fave! Such good energy. And really funny. Eamon’s diva cup description - on point.
Love this! I would like to share my opinion on cleaning products, I think it might be useful to you guys as well. Sooo I stopped buying any kind of cleaning product basically. I clean with two things: vinegar and baking soda. These two things clean everything. I have to say I only use the two of them combined when any of my drains are clogged (first I pour some soda in it and then thr vinegar. It immediately starts to "buzz" becaude of the chemical reaction, but then it chills and it cleans every clogging perfectly). And I use the vinegar to clean everything. From the toilet through the mirrors and kitchen. Everything. There is no smell after like 3 minutes, everything is perfectly clean and it's such a cheap solution. I even used to rinse my hair with some vinegary-water. I love it! 😁
I love watching ur guys journey u are so smart.. I am envious as hell as ur guys life.. I want to do what your doing one day.. u guys are so funny and good on camera.. thank u for sharing it journey :)
One thing I stopped buying was t.p. after I had my daughter I used cloth diapers and wipes on her so it just made sense for me to use them as well. Also dont buy any "throw away" products.. everything is upcycled or reused. I made my own perfume.. out of the dust from my insence..(from the bottom of the bag) mixed into coconut oil with beeswax. Smells amazing.
In my household (my mom, aunt, myself and the cat) we are doing our best to use less processed foods. We are slowly switching to dry beans and lentils instead of canned. It's cheaper and decreases the sodium, which is what we need to do. I have a Tassimo coffee machine, once I use up the coffee cups I have for it, I'll sell it. I bought a Vietnamese coffee filter, which is metal and fits over my coffee cup. It makes one cup of coffee at a time, but I can buy coffee in bulk instead of the individual little cups, so less waste. Wish I had found it years ago, I love it.
We totally stopped using dryer sheets/fabric softener years ago. People THINK your clothes will be staticky, but they are not! Who wants to put those chemicals all over the fabric that directly covers your body. I don't! HUGS FROM TEXAS!
I love your comment about people who do like to wear makeup trying to tone down the volume. I struggle so much with this but I always have to remind myself how fast makeup expires. I’m more strict with foundation and mascara about making myself throw it away after a year but I hate throwing stuff away! Old mascara has given me sties and I get acne when my foundation gets old. The thing about borrowing formal wear though is that everyone has to be the same size and all of my friends and I are dramatically different sizes. I’ve borrowed stuff from my mom before because we are close in size and I can fit in some of her older dresses that she’s kept around even though they don’t really fit her anymore. Past that though all of my friends are at least a couple of sizes larger than me or a couple of sizes smaller. That doesn’t work when you are trying to wear formal wear. We can pretty much only share t-shirts and sweats
Thanks for this video! We have gradually moved into minimalism by default too! Maybe it’s a vegan thing? 🌱 we don’t buy any plant milks- we make all of our own 😎
As a 65 year old female; raising my Beautiful Great Granddaughter/ Fully daughter now.....& THANKFUL to be past all that....I am smiling at Eamons' ....FAST & ACCURATE.....explanation! It's honestly Funny....but great to actually have that HONESTY in such a young man! That ...... 1) being a sweety that.....WORKS (any diy/or willingness to) in this day & age........2)Honest .......seems you have both have prioritys in order! Love the van build....keep it Real & Honest, be kind.....stay SAFE! Look forward to more vids from you! ......Sorry it's long....but had to say it! Appreciate hearing you following your OWN PATH!
What does your guys wardrobe look like for quantity! I was just curious as My fiancé and I have been downsizing for a while getting ready for van life! Thankyou so much! Your guys channel is amazing!
hey y'all kids! I missed you guys. Been away from the Van Life vids for a few weeks. I see you guys have not made a ton more Vids. lately. Always happy to come back and see what you have been up too. your channel has grown so much! Congratulations! I truly hope you can turn it into the business you deserve. But hey above all, be happy! Sending good vibes!
I would be interested in the feminine stuff Bec! I have heard about the diva cup more than a year ago but have been reluctant to try it. It scares me so much...
I was exactly like you when I first heard about the Diva Cup too! My best friend told me about it years before I ever gave it a shot! But honestly, best switch I ever made :)
It's a game changer! It's a little scary at first but once you get the hang of inserting and removing it, its so comfy. 10 years of periods before I got one and its actually a period dream come true for me!
Best swap I've made, wish I would have done it sooner! Also it's great bc you just empty it once a day and don't have to worry about bringing tampons or whatever with you. Having a toddler in tow I'm always glad to have one thing less to remember! I use cloth pads on my light days and love that at the end of my cycle I haven't generated any trash 👍💚
So I have started using the diva cup when I was living on a sailboat but I had an actual head with a real toilet and a sink in there. Now I would have to clean it out in my kitchen sink and that thought alone has me thinking about switching back to tampons while living in the van. I don’t want to but I just can’t with the mess in my kitchen sink ☹️ How do you handle that?
Love this, spread the word! We were going 'yay!' through almost all of these, as well as all the laughs, you guys have such wisdom! Have to say, Bec, your hair looks faaaaabulous today and who needs blusher when your man is happy to share the goings on of your Diva cup! He's passed the 'menses men' test for sure. We need more like you, Eamon! Really, REALLY great video!
And YEEES to the Diva Cup!
Debra Moss did
SO refreshing. Evolved Men are Beautiful Men.
Also you can just buy bars of soap, shampoos, and conditioner. It reduces the amount of plastic and such. ( yes shampoo and conditioner comes in bars, and often they’re organic and not toxic too)
Eamon talking about Bec's diva cup was EVERYTHING. I don't say this lightly but I have mad respect for him! So many men are afraid or grossed out by women's feminine products such as tampons or pads or menstrual cups and that was cool to hear him talk about it with no shame 😂
Also I totally just bought the keep cup via your amazon link holla 🙌🏼🙌🏼
I dated a 31 yr old man baby that could only refer to my period as my “dot”. This was refreshing!
As a male of the human species, not cool..
@@322stardust Yes! If she has an issue it is personal. I'm not into the craping while the wife is in the shower thing. I feel the bathroom is almost always off limits. Just my thing.
Becca Schwecke here’s hoping that that’ll be normal one day ✌️
OMG I need an entire video of Eamon talking about diva cups please
HAHAHA Polly!!!
Yes I agree
Yes that would go viral for sure!!! and he needs to include his girl friend hand movements. He is so funny. Loved it!!!
ahahah agree
His completely right on explanation with no weirdness or immaturity or sarcasm was so amazing! 😄🙌🏼💖
11:34 if you want to hear a male talk about feminine products with zero shame. LOL!
Eamon describing a diva cup... 🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂🤣🤣
TOO GOOD!
Best thing I've seen all week 😂
Bec (in all seriousness) can you make a video on the diva cup? I'm old school...not sure if that is something I could adapt to? - Thanks.
I’ve been using a reusable menstrual cup for close to 20 years now and I literally can not live without the thing! SUCH a game changer!!!! I have traveled around the world, and have done a lot of hiking and long distance biking. Having a system for dealing with your period while on the road and in inaccessible locations, I can testify that using a cup makes life so much easier. You can be “old school” and see the value of something like this. Heck, to me “old school’ is being frugal... which a menstrual cup is. I hope that you do take on this topic Bec.
Totally on point
I am really liking the less-polished videos... the goofs are hilarious! My wife and I have a bit of a joke when out window shopping, we try to guess how much we would get for items if we later sold them at a yard sale. It is amazing how much you put back on the shelf when you start thinking that way.
That's an awesome way to realize the true value of something
I like that tip. I need to do that before I buy something. Makes you think of what you are overpaying for. I do buy almost everything I can find 2nd hand. I love fb marketplace!!! There is no need to pay full price. Someone is selling almost everything Im looking for. Lol.
Awesomeness!!!!!! 🏆
I LOVE this!!!!
really appreciate how bec made sure to clarify that you two aren't judging if some of us do still use some of these things. sometimes I feel like these "things I don't buy" videos can become a little judgmental or "show off-y" so I really liked your disclaimer! great video! xx
Hi Mary! When I found these videos we felt the very same thing and I did want to make this point because I truly don't judge! Everything is a process and nobody's perfect!!
We have recently changed to solid bars of shampoo, which comes with no plastic and is also a great space saver!
Gareth Bown I’ve been looking into these too. I’m not sure though how well it would work for me because I have very long and thick hair.
I've used those in the past two but found them ooey and gooey to store in between washes because I had to put it in a container and it never seemed to fully dry. Any tips?!
Brittany G> Girl...word. But Lush makes great bar shampoo. I just pick off a little sliver as much as you would use in one wash. Throw it in to a 16 to 20oz squeeze bottle full of warm water. Pour that into my roots, whilst my hair is dry, lathering and sudsing until I have a head full of wet, soapy hair. Then rinsing. saves so much water, too.
Eamon & Bec i use shampoo bars since I mostly shower at the gym. I open the container to dry them out as much as possible. Not only does it avoid the gooey mess, it makes it last longer. I’ve had to try different brands as, just like bottled shampoo, no one brand works for everyone.
Brittany G I’ve had to try different brands as, just like bottled shampoo, no one brand works for everyone.
Bec, can you do a video on essential oils you use for deodorant, cleaning products, etc?!
Listening to Eamon talk about the DIVA CUP!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Priceless!!!!
Griffin1209 I’m late but I would very very appreciate a video like this!!!
Something that’s been a life changer for me: reusable cotton pads. I used to use them for my face and piercings and they’re just SO unnecessary. You can buy reusable fabric ones sustainably on Etsy or just make them out of old clothing etc
Two thumbs up just for Eamonn’s hilarious and brutally accurate description of the Diva cup
My favorite tip for buying souvenirs is the squished penny machines. They are hard/impossible to find in more rural areas. The more touristy areas have them though. They are around 51 cents and are so small. I keep mine in a dish on the counter.
I do this too. It's the best thing and it compact as well.
You can make them into jewelry one day too!
Try the flex cup it’s better and helps with cramps I love mine
Bec has the sweetest voice and her face expressions are so pretty.
maor 1902 she gets pissed off at Eamon alot
Where does Bec get all her cute boho and comfy looking clothes?!
KenzieSings143 yea i’m mad curious
Check out the different ethic/sustainable sites.Probs could find some of her clothes there cuz they are super into the sustainable life.
Lamija Hreljic you're absolutely winging that answer 😂😂😂
I usually find mine in thrift stores..
She does travel to lots of places that are hot, maybe she buys them along the way
Something I Started to buy...
Chaiwala Chai!!!
Haha yay! Thank you Makayla!! We appreciate your support XX
Am i the only arabic girl who knows his shirt said coffee in Arabic ? هيل
Im from Saudi Arabia and im a big fan of ur van life i wish I could do that some day
I'm from Sharjah right by (Dubai) and I saw it :D
xxx_cringey Boi lol
from kuwait and I had to refresh the vid cause I thought there was a glitch on his shirt :))
eamon just totally sold me on a diva cup
Instead of Audible, you can get a library card and get your audiobooks for free. Plus, if my local library doesn't have a book, they will get it upon request. Each library member can request 10 books a month!
Thanks
you have to be a legal resident in the city where libraries are located
One thing that I buy that stops me from buying lots of other items is Mason Jars !!!!!! They’re cups, travel mugs, spice containers, tupperwear, home decor and more. I just love them
All the same things happened when I moved to Costa Rica and or away from US consumerism. Costa Ricans understand real priorities and I have learned so much from this culture! Life is so freeing when you don't waste time and money worried about appearance or measuring up to the Joneses at consumerism.
Omg I loved Eamon’s take on the diva cup. 😂 But Bec I would love a whole video on self care. Thanks 😊
Haha I know eh Sarah?! He just went for it!! Thinking about creating a video just like that very soon :)XX
Minimalism isn't for everyone, but your right on so many levels. I was fooled into or trained to think I needed a lot of stuff I didn't. As a young man every time I moved to a new place I always pulled the dumpster up the the front door and started filling it up. Sometimes you just collect stuff with the idea that you have a plan for it somewhere down the road and it sits and sits and years go by. I leaned that it takes very little to be happy. Now everything I own fits, with room to spare in my tiny house with the rule that if you don't have room for it and your not going to use it really soon, it doesn't come home.
loved hearing eamon talk about the diva cup!!! haha
Love this! In addition to everything you listed...we no longer buy
Paper towels - we use cloths and rags
Tissues - we made hankies out of old linens
Some toiletries - we make our own dry shampoo, toothpowder, lotion, mouthwash and deodorant
We also have a ‘second-hand first’ rule, meaning we try to buy anything we do want/need second hand and only buy new if it’s something we really can’t get used. You’d be surprised how often we come across very particular things we want with just a little patience and searching.
I love the energy of their relationship!!
OMG I was so pleased to hear Bec talk about not using make up. You guys have amazing skin, I spend most of my time admiring your flawless, makeupless skin in every video. Bec has natural beauty and needs no makeup and I can't get my head round the Instagram fake girls who look like 'orange tanned clones' with inches of makeup on their faces. Seriously who thinks this look is good? Natural every time!
I totally agree with hair and skin care being more natural. I try to avoid silicone and other styling products and people tell me how shiny and nice my hair is. Sometimes i don't even brush it! Still looks good!
Well done. One of the reasons I follow you is because you are both aware of the plastic waste, so many people are not. People think that it is expensive but it’s such a cost saving way to live. Have not used cling wrap for years. I love the glass containers from ikea with the bamboo tops.
Amen on the water bottle thing! Ugh..those plastic bottles drive me crazy!! Use the tap!!
PLEASE don't assume everyone has access to clean drinking water! It's NOT a third world problem anymore.
kathryn witte thank you! That’s one thing that annoys me about my Canadian friends. Some of us, even in the states, aren’t blessed with access to clean drinking water from the tap and even if we are, we never know when an ecoli outbreak will happen or something else. Just look at Flint!
Tap water is horrible for you. Floride.
Unless you live in Flint Michigan!
To be honest, I clicked on this video out of boredom thinking I'd see two pretentious people, but you guys actually seem really sweet and genuine! I hate when people try to boast their minimalistic lifestyle like they're better than you, but you guys don't seem like that at all :,) Also, I'm from Toronto too!
Discovered your channel the other night guys and haven't watched much else since. Your easy going style is infectious - it makes me happy just to watch your vids. Really - I mean that. Best to each of you.
La Croix addiction is real!
Very, very real!!
Hey guys, we were also La Croix addicts! Because our recycling bin was always overflowing with La Croix cans and we wanted to cut back on overall waste, we broke down and got a Sodastream. Also from a heath perspective, it’s nice to drastically reduce our aluminum exposure from constantly drinking out of cans. Sodastream rocks! Takes little room, no electricity/batteries necessary, you can reuse bottles a zillion times, and we now actually love to custom flavor our bubbly water ourselves. We get spring water as often as possible to get some more minerals. Even with purchasing the CO2 cartridges (we return empty ones to Bed Bath & Beyond for recycling and then get half of a new one in exchange), we’re saving $$ because we used to consumed tons of LaCroix!
Love love love the fact that you are so proactive and such an inspiration to others!
wow these videos make me love my big house , electricity , hot running water , large full fridge , etc so much more ...especially in summer and winter
I am clearing my house of all the clutter at the moment. It feels so good to get rid of stuff!
Barn Star yay! Decluttering the house can really help declutter the mind ❤️
Have you got rid of all the stuff
yet?
Eamon talking about the diva cup as if nothing was was amazing,make these things not be taboo it was amazing!!!
I threw away a pair of pants I had for 8 years....so sad.
I've stopped buying makeup and buy only tinted zinc sunscreen.
Solely ride my bike...been without a car for two years.
She looks beautiful without makeup but if she had blemishes or no eyebrows or lashes idk how she would feel about it.
Jinin Berry generally when you eat high quality food, have less mental stress (this affects hormones), use good quality natural products on your skin and spend a lot of time being active outdoors in nature then you don't really get those blemishes or dull skin. you just have that natural healthy skin glow and good growth in hair and nails...
this is why a lot of sports people, adventures and people in this type of natural minimal lifestyle appear so "effortlessly" fit and beautiful
Coconut oil is (surprisingly) a natural sunscreen. Lived on island 20 years. Worked like a charm. I have olive skin though. Not sure if it’s enough of a block for folks with milky white skin.
I love the idea about sharing formal clothes. Yes!!! Great idea!! My girlfriends used to have what we called a box party, not sure how it was named that but there were 5-7 of us. We would invite a friend or two. Everyone brought a bag (probably started as a box) of clothing they were done with. Each person would have their turn to stand in front and one by one try to “sell” (for free) each item of clothing. Who ever yelled “mine” first got it. If no one wanted it, it went to the thrift shop. We have all scattered now but I sure miss those parties and the “new” wardrobe”
i love when Eamon is describing the diva cup
Hey Eamon and Bec, for water I totally suggest you look into a Big Berkey Water Filter! They are incredible and you'll never have to worry about where you get your water from. You could literally fill it up with lake water and after it's filtered you don't have think twice about the cleanliness of the water, it's 100% drinkable!
"Berkey® systems can easily purify raw, untreated water from sources such as rivers, lakes and streams."
Omg my side is cramping with this diva cup business. Hilarious review my friend!
HAHAH glad you found it as entertaining as I did!!
fantastic!! one little thing that i don't get anymore are dryer sheets/fabric softener, they really don't make much of a difference in your clothes and just take up space and cost money anyway- i used to use them every single load but haven't used them for months and my clothes are still fine and comfortable! i'm sure there are natural softeners you can get as well for down the road (eventually, clothing does get scratchy) but i haven't had to look yet. even just using softener every 10 or 20 or 50 loads is a big improvement.
We switched to single blade safety razors. Havent purchased a razor in over a year :)
I just stopped shaving
I love how mature he was talking about the cup. That's amazing
Amazing. I vote for Eamon to explain all feminine hygiene going forward!
I love this concept!! Not only saving money in the end but helping the environment too! There were a couple of things on your list that I have been wanting to change but just haven't made it happen. I am using this post right here to pledge to myself and to the environment to make the changes happen and live a more minimalist lifestyle :) :) thanks for the encouragement!
For souvenirs, we do buy a keychain and keep it with us, just as a memo from that country, although photo's and video are personally the best souvenirs (alongside memories of course) and best thing, you can keep them all digital so they take up no space :)
I think souvenirs can be a great thing too!! We just don't have the space for them in our van so naturally we stopped buying them :)
you two are the best! I have been watching your newer videos for a while now but it's fun to go back to the older ones. The chemistry between the two of you is my favorite part of your videos. I am looking into van life and having such a hard time committing. I know it will work out the way it is supposed to! Thanks for all of your videos!
I stopped buying paper towels. I feel like it’s such a waste. I sue microfiber cloths instead. ☺️
Lejla C I use it too so much easier and cheaper we saved around $20 a month just off that cuz I have very messy kids and always cleaning!!
Lejla C i wave my clean hands in the air!
I have a hard time giving up the paper towels because I have 2 elderly cats and a dog in my van. I just don't love the idea of washing out towels or cloths after cleaning up their messes. Sometimes, cat urine doesn't come out of those cloths! It's disgusting, but I love my animals. If anyone has a better method, please let me know.
tonyawise1 I understand needing paper towels for pet accidents. If I do happen to use a towel or cloth when cleaning their accidents I find soaking them in vinegar, prior to washing, eliminates the scent. Although I’m in a house with a laundry sink so it may be easier for me (I also keep a few gallons of vinegar on hand for this purpose, as well as for general cleaning).
Lejla C microfibre cloths leaches plastic into the ocean which kills the fishies. Try cotton, bamboo or my personal favourite sack flower towels. Or get a filter that filters out the microfibres. This is a non judgment comment just a FYI take it or leave it comment. Hope it helps. 😊
Reusables are also so much more hygienic because you know exactly where the container/vessel has been and how thoroughly they have been washed cos YOU washed them yourself!
You guys are my favourite people on TH-cam! I love your channel so much 💕
Thank you so much Abigail!! XX
These two humans were 100% made to be with each other ❤️
Guys I’m not sure if it’s the same in Canada, but in the states if you have a library card you can borrow ebooks through an app called Libby or Overdrive. Saves tons of money, space in your home, and trees!
Yes we have it.
Agreed! Listen to free audiobooks all the time with Libby and my local library 😎
Love this! 100% agree with the bottled water and paper towels! Less waste is a wonderful thing!
I use to work at Booster Juice! Spinach Is In It has 2 cups of spinach :)
I love that you guys borrow clothes from friends and family! Have you ever heard of swap parties? No. Not swapping partner parties. Haha. Swapping clothes and accessories parties. I've been attending and hosting this kind of swap party for years now and it is a total GAME CHANGER!!! So many benefits like: cleaning/editing your closet on the regular; scoring a bunch of (new) stuff for free; more excuses to meet up with your peeps and the added bonus of hearing the stories attached to the items they're giving away!
"Repping that BJ life..." the look on Eamon's face when he realized what he said a millisecond after he said it...priceless
I am trying to do zero waste at home. Everyone has gotten on board with it here. It’s amazing how little we waste now. Even recycled items are going down.
maybe include your DIY spice mixes in the ebook??
We definitely have :)
I haven't purchased shampoo or conditioner for 5 years, it was my first step to cutting out chemicals from my personal care. Now only use natural remineralizing toothpaste, make my own body wash, laundry detergent, dish soap, etc. I also happen to love DIY stuff so that definitely helps. Been getting into aromatherapy and essential oils in the last year and loving it!
Love this topic so much!! My list is very similar to yours except we don’t have solar panels (at least not yet) and I still love me an occasional craft beer. Keep up the great work. Would definitely welcome more videos on the minimalism / frugal / earth-friendly side of things.
I know I'm a year late buuuuut the cheap side of me went CRAZY about these advices. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. Personally I'm proud to say I followed almost all of them and I'm so satisfied with this.
ps.: can't deny, eamon sold me a diva cup
Whoop whoop! First comment again! I never clicked off of another video so fast😂 love you guys all the way from Michigan!❤️
Haha awe thank you love!! Hope you have a lovely day ❤️❤️❤️
Eamon & Bec thank you! You as well❤️
I'm obsessed with bringing my own cup/jar everywhere I go. I only buy paper towels because my roommate use them. I'm doing my best to be as zero waste as possible and reduce clutter in my life and I love hearing that others are making these efforts as well! Great video guys!!
Once again Bec and Eamon are right on point. I would like to recommend a product for you. I purchased this product about six month ago and its amazing. Also great for Vegans , (InstantPot , designed by a Canadian). This product is all electric and great for van life. You can cook rice , cakes , squash in a flash, its amazing. tc BT
We've heard lots and lots about InstantPots so maybe it's time we get on board!!
Have one. LOVE IT! Best life item ever.
Vitamix and instantpot almost all you need! Love mine too!
I think both of them would love this product. A must for Van life. BT
@@loishein8005
LOVE the instant pot. It uses a lot of electricity, thinking they would have to plug in the van to use it.
Everything is awesome about your van life ! I wonder , no wine , no alcohol so what do you guys do to have special fun ? you 2 are so calm and zen it’s unreal ! Wish I could feel that way sometimes! You both are beautiful humans ! Love your videos
you guys are the best. I don't know why but I needed this somehow.
I am so happy to be able to bring this to your day Kaisa!!
I love the diva cup explication! Literally the best description ever
I was having a bad day and I knew immediately when I got the post notification that was going to change. And boy did I laugh during this video! 😂
Awe so glad we were able to brighten your day Megan!
All right. THIS is the video that I fell in love with, of all of them.
WHY? Because I live exactly like this (with the exception of the ...).
I'm so happy that you both share my values.
I typically buy 2 cases of water per week, my current office has no source of running water and our well is very unreliable, especially in the winter.
What a great van life PSA! Most of what you gave up wouls be good for all to consider ..not just vandwellers. It's so easy to help mother earth with just a little forthought...thanks for the vlog guys! Peace 💝
Yes please a complete and comprehensive diva cup review by Eamon 🤣😂🤣
Hahah coming soon to our TH-cam channel... lol
On the water bottles, a lot of people don't actually have access to clean tap water. I live in Tennessee and sometimes our water comes out a pale yellow. My parent's house, the water SMELLS. Smells like dirty laundry
Looking for paper towel replacement. What’s a J Cloth? Didn’t find in video description links.
there are many subs! you can use old t shirts, dish towels from ikea and some that are specific for cleaning (usually come in many colors for each place so for the bathroom or kitchen)
You guys are such good global citizens. Keep putting the word out. Reduce, reuse recycle. ❤️
While a wish people didn't have to use bottled water but it's sad that so many people need too. Like here in America Flint famously doesn't have clean water but there are also a lot of rural (country/farmland) areas that don't have clean water or good enough water filtration systems. So it's like when you're in the city the tap water is fine but when you leave the city they're high levels of lead and toxins in the water.
MsTink1020 THANKS! We're used to thinking of it as a third world problem but it's come home to roost. Plus, rural areas have issues with sulfur in their fresh water, or other well issues especially after seasonal flooding. Bacteria will make you rethink that "2018" comment fast while you run for the woods!
I mentioned this in a separate comment, but what our household does to overcome this problem is to buy 5 or 6, 5-Gallon bpa-free jugs and refill those with remineralized reverse osmosis water. The jugs are infinitely reusable and can fill your reusable water botte over and over again! :)
When we travel, I like to buy a practical memory. Pretty scarf, kitchen gadget we actually need, socks, etc.
Thank you for sharing! Loved Eamon’s explanation of how to use the diva cup 😂
Personally i use the Lena cup but I’ve been so happy since the switch!
Also, I can’t wait for your ebook😍 to come out! So stoked! I wanna try all the recipes!
as someone who just purchased a sprinter and am preparing for the transition into tiny living, this video was so helpful just as a reminder as i’m decluttering my life of the things that will really be important once i am living fulltime in my van! thank you for the inspiration to get out and chase this dream- maybe someday we can cross paths! my conversion starts in december and i couldn’t be more excited! 😊
Go to the city and get a report what is in the tap water....you will be surprised. I won't give up my distilled water😀
Isn't that what a good filtration system is for?....to take out the nasties.....if unsure could test the water after the filtration process to ensure it's clean & clear.
I have watched A LOT of these ‘what I no longer buy/minimalism’ videos. And this is my fave! Such good energy. And really funny. Eamon’s diva cup description - on point.
Sending my love from toronto! You guys rule! Favorite power couple! Such an inspiration!
Love this! I would like to share my opinion on cleaning products, I think it might be useful to you guys as well. Sooo I stopped buying any kind of cleaning product basically. I clean with two things: vinegar and baking soda. These two things clean everything. I have to say I only use the two of them combined when any of my drains are clogged (first I pour some soda in it and then thr vinegar. It immediately starts to "buzz" becaude of the chemical reaction, but then it chills and it cleans every clogging perfectly). And I use the vinegar to clean everything. From the toilet through the mirrors and kitchen. Everything. There is no smell after like 3 minutes, everything is perfectly clean and it's such a cheap solution. I even used to rinse my hair with some vinegary-water. I love it! 😁
I love watching ur guys journey u are so smart.. I am envious as hell as ur guys life.. I want to do what your doing one day.. u guys are so funny and good on camera.. thank u for sharing it journey :)
One thing I stopped buying was t.p. after I had my daughter I used cloth diapers and wipes on her so it just made sense for me to use them as well. Also dont buy any "throw away" products.. everything is upcycled or reused. I made my own perfume.. out of the dust from my insence..(from the bottom of the bag) mixed into coconut oil with beeswax. Smells amazing.
Guys did you know there has been diva cups since the 80’s! They were called “instead”. I found this to be very informative
In my household (my mom, aunt, myself and the cat) we are doing our best to use less processed foods. We are slowly switching to dry beans and lentils instead of canned. It's cheaper and decreases the sodium, which is what we need to do.
I have a Tassimo coffee machine, once I use up the coffee cups I have for it, I'll sell it. I bought a Vietnamese coffee filter, which is metal and fits over my coffee cup. It makes one cup of coffee at a time, but I can buy coffee in bulk instead of the individual little cups, so less waste. Wish I had found it years ago, I love it.
We totally stopped using dryer sheets/fabric softener years ago. People THINK your clothes will be staticky, but they are not! Who wants to put those chemicals all over the fabric that directly covers your body. I don't! HUGS FROM TEXAS!
I love your comment about people who do like to wear makeup trying to tone down the volume. I struggle so much with this but I always have to remind myself how fast makeup expires. I’m more strict with foundation and mascara about making myself throw it away after a year but I hate throwing stuff away! Old mascara has given me sties and I get acne when my foundation gets old.
The thing about borrowing formal wear though is that everyone has to be the same size and all of my friends and I are dramatically different sizes. I’ve borrowed stuff from my mom before because we are close in size and I can fit in some of her older dresses that she’s kept around even though they don’t really fit her anymore. Past that though all of my friends are at least a couple of sizes larger than me or a couple of sizes smaller. That doesn’t work when you are trying to wear formal wear. We can pretty much only share t-shirts and sweats
Love love love this! Y’all are awesome - so inspiring
My friends bought me a insulated water bottler few years ago for my birthday. Only bottle I use now, I love it
Thanks for this video! We have gradually moved into minimalism by default too! Maybe it’s a vegan thing? 🌱 we don’t buy any plant milks- we make all of our own 😎
We've been making our own oat milk and LOVE how quick, easy, etc it is!!
@@eamonandbec Yes its so easy and so much cheaper and no waste! Also, diva cups ftw! :)
When making oat milk, what do you do with the "solids" afterwards? Add to porridge or quinoa...or maybe smoothies?
As a 65 year old female; raising my Beautiful Great Granddaughter/ Fully daughter now.....& THANKFUL to be past all that....I am smiling at Eamons' ....FAST & ACCURATE.....explanation! It's honestly Funny....but great to actually have that HONESTY in such a young man! That ...... 1) being a sweety that.....WORKS (any diy/or willingness to) in this day & age........2)Honest .......seems you have both have prioritys in order!
Love the van build....keep it Real & Honest, be kind.....stay SAFE! Look forward to more vids from you! ......Sorry it's long....but had to say it! Appreciate hearing you following your OWN PATH!
What does your guys wardrobe look like for quantity! I was just curious as My fiancé and I have been downsizing for a while getting ready for van life! Thankyou so much! Your guys channel is amazing!
Pretty sure bec did a what's in my wardrobe a while back
hey y'all kids! I missed you guys. Been away from the Van Life vids for a few weeks. I see you guys have not made a ton more Vids. lately. Always happy to come back and see what you have been up too. your channel has grown so much! Congratulations! I truly hope you can turn it into the business you deserve. But hey above all, be happy! Sending good vibes!
I would be interested in the feminine stuff Bec! I have heard about the diva cup more than a year ago but have been reluctant to try it. It scares me so much...
I was exactly like you when I first heard about the Diva Cup too! My best friend told me about it years before I ever gave it a shot! But honestly, best switch I ever made :)
^^^^ same! I love my DivaCup
It's a game changer! It's a little scary at first but once you get the hang of inserting and removing it, its so comfy. 10 years of periods before I got one and its actually a period dream come true for me!
Best swap I've made, wish I would have done it sooner! Also it's great bc you just empty it once a day and don't have to worry about bringing tampons or whatever with you. Having a toddler in tow I'm always glad to have one thing less to remember! I use cloth pads on my light days and love that at the end of my cycle I haven't generated any trash 👍💚
So I have started using the diva cup when I was living on a sailboat but I had an actual head with a real toilet and a sink in there. Now I would have to clean it out in my kitchen sink and that thought alone has me thinking about switching back to tampons while living in the van. I don’t want to but I just can’t with the mess in my kitchen sink ☹️ How do you handle that?
I haven't bought fast fashion in over three years! Which changed my life completely. I love thrift shopping anyway so that made it easy!