Transform Your Relationship to 'Stuff' With THIS Japanese Philosophy

In this video, I talk about how to transform your relationship to 'stuff' using a certain Japanese philosophy. Also, if you want to find out how Slow Living can change your life, watch this video • 8 Ways Slow Living Wil...
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Since adopting a minimalist lifestyle, it’s become clearer that I struggle to accept the imperfect and impermanent nature of things, not only physical belongings but the other things we hold dear such as friendships and relationships. However, recently I discovered a Japanese philosophy called Wabi Sabi that's helping me embrace imperfection and impermanence and that accepting them can help to transform our experience of minimalism and enhance the quality of our lives.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 I struggle with imperfection and impermanence
0:53 The meaning of Wabi Sabi
1:37 We aren't owners, we are "custodians"
2:53 Broken doesn't mean "bad"
4:49 To struggle is to suffer
6:00 Perfection is the wrong goal
7:35 Acceptance doesn't mean 'resignation'
8:43 Making the most if what we have

[@ThisEditedLife]

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[@lalonimagnuson9859]

This was lovely. Thank you. I really enjoyed the point of not OWNING things but being CUSTODIANS. This gave me a small sense of peace. Thanks again. :)

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you, and thanks for watching ☺️

[@saramm3765]

Wabi-Sabi is my word of the year. Beth Kempton wrote a great book about the philosophy.

[@ThisEditedLife]

Yes, I've downloaded that from Audible ☺️

[@Michelle-bw1xg]

A prior home owner in only 5 years sadly left behind lots of damage, leaks and repairs. The prior story was likely a bit dark but over time have fixed things, learned some new handy skills, and have been a better custodian. I selected a just right amount of furnishings rather than overbuy too much crap. Enjoyed learning of this philosophy.

[@ThisEditedLife]

It sounds like you've gained a lot from repairing and maintaining your home ☺️ I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@andeeanko7079]

New subscriber here. I love your philosophical approach to minimalism. I'm probably around your age, and resonate with that maturity that comes from life experience and how that translates to minimalism. ❤

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you so much, and welcome! ☺️

[@JehanineMelmoth]

This is why we’ve planted fruit and nut trees in our garden - for those who live there in the future. It’s only ours until we die.

[@ThisEditedLife]

It's good to pay things forward ☺️

[@dawn4224]

So true. Focus on the beauty of everyday and enjoy life. Loved your talking points.

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you so much, and thanks for watching! ☺️

[@CobraDove1111]

I study law and securities banking and it might shock you reading this to know that you don't actually own anything... if you look at the title deed to the house (even if you've paid the whole thing off) youre listed as a tenant, and why is your car registered with the crown or the state corporation? Because they actually own it you do not own anything. You are merely using it. Guess what? You don't even own the legal name printed on the birth certificate that you use, the state created that too and they hold that security in trust at their registrar office.

[@Amanda-yd2ey]

I love old architecture and people that renovate/RESTORE old house believe that they are simply the guardians or caretakers of these gorgeous craftsmanship. Unfortunately the real estate market in Ontario Canada is making this act of love out of financial grip going forward.
Love this concept

[@ThisEditedLife]

Yes, it's such a shame 😔

[@trekkie-cat]

If things/places are falling apart, renovations are necessary. It's ok not to want live in a run down place.

[@RosalindaCarroll271]

Beautifully put! ❤

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you! ❤️

[@hazelp1831]

Brilliant video, words of wisdom, thank you

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you, and thanks for watching ☺️

[@lmastick]

very very interesting and hit the mark for me. thank you

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful ☺️

[@Thesignarizzler123]

This is a brilliant video. Absolutely agree with owner thing. X

[@ThisEditedLife]

Thank you so much, and thanks for watching! ☺️

[@jenniferhenderson6154]

I’m trying to the Swedish death clean method , but I’ll check out this as well

[@ThisEditedLife]

I need to look closer into Swedish Death Cleaning ☺️

[@thegoose8545]

Fantastic aging quote. Totally true. Home tour?

[@ThisEditedLife]

Funny enough, I'd been considering a home tour, so it might happen!

[@kathyesargent9088]

You need to smile😊

[@ThisEditedLife]

I do, sometimes 🤣

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

Her eyes are smiling!