I like to make a specific list then an estimated budget. For example, last year I put a midweight cardigan that was a pinkish neutral and hit mid thigh for $50. I found the exact thing (a little underbudget even) and was able to fill in my wardrobe. **it sounds a little crazy, like that specific, but it makes shopping so much easier since I know what I'm looking for.
The two questions I always ask before purchasing something for my home are: 1) do I have a place/use for this item? 2) do I want to manage this item in daily life? These two questions alone keep me from purchasing 80% of items I like. I still thoroughly enjoy the act of shopping but I also enjoy living in my home knowing that on days where it gets messy, it will only take me 15 minutes to clean and reorder everything! And coming into my home you wouldn't guess that because over the years I have collected beautiful (low or zero maintenance) things that give my home the cozy feel I'm going for without the stress of unmade decisions all around me. I love your tips in the video! I often use the picture method and also the 24hr tip. 🩷🩷🩷
I find when I wait to buy things half the time I come up with some other creative way to repurpose something I already have and don't end up needing to buy anything.
Yes I often find that happens to me too. A few days to process and I recall something else I can do instead. I also find if I wait a few days for something I think I want, I find I don’t want it anymore. Makes a massive difference.
I have stopped buying multiples of things like shampoo and toothpaste because the shops can stack them for me and i buy when i am running out, i don,t over load my toothbrush or put loads of shampoo on my hair only to wash down the drain, when we have too much i think we get greedy and wasteful, i am not tight but why waste products they are so expensive and to buy 3 bottles of shampoo that will last me ages to save £1.00 and have to stack them along with all the other multiples, i just don,t do it any more. And its so easy to be sad and fed up and think i will treat myself to a litle something on amazon/etsy and all these things add up and often get dontated 6 months later or trashed, its so wasteful i am guilty of this and i think if i saved all that money i could buy something more substantial and better quality.
I’m new to your channel and I really enjoy it! I used to watch all the TH-camrs that do decorate and shop with me and I’m finding I do have too much stuff and I’m concentrating on only watching minimalist because you definitely inspire me❤️
Hi! I don’t know how your video ended up in my feed but it’s been such a breath of fresh air. I have on and off wanted to be more minimalist and being so passionate about the environment, resources, and sustainability aligns more with that. However, I think I’ve struggled emotionally and with the stress in my life that has caused me to go on spending sprees and buy everything that looks pretty or that I feel like I should own but have little to no use for. Excited for this series to keep unfolding! Thanks for sharing 😊
On the topic of brands.....would you be willing to share thoughts on brand loyalty as it relates to minimalism. Specifically, does brand loyalty help reduce time? Such as you develop trust with a brand after learning its quality and sustainability meet your requirements, thus does this save time when knowing say....I need a pair of shoes because these fell apart, I will just order from (insert brand) because I know I love them. Does this also save money? Already knowing the item will be a good one to bring into your home based upon experience? OR.......does brand loyalty cause us to miss out on perhaps a better item for the need because we are not researching again? And does brand loyalty cause us to spend MORE because we already know what we buy we will love and so perhaps we purchase excess? Would love to know your take on this as its a subject i'm very interested in. Thanks for another amazing video AND more puppy sightings!!!!! Blessings over you and your family.
We recently bought a house. It's been fun noticing how different my mindset is now. I am slower to buy and so much more intentional. I'm also quicker to let go of the things no longer serving us.
Idk if this is ocd of me but when i declutter items or even buy items i always condense to half. Such as i have 10 items in my cart I'll try to put back 5 before leaving the store so i mentally tell myself whats a need & whats a want. If i really want it bad enough i can come back next time. Same with stuff in the home if i have duplicates of toys, clothes, kitchenware I'll part with half etc. Hope that makes sense lol
As a Teen I was SO good At only buying things I needed. Now in my early Twenties, I Fell into FOMO And for a year I am buying buying buying. Low buy - failed, no buy - failed, wish list - failed. I dont know what to do with my style or closet anymore. I really want to Gather my 10 favourite items (aka my Potential 10 item wardrobe) And Look at those things And what makes them different to the things I dont really love
i love the idea that the items we need are so close to us - in the store. and we don't need to store them. store keeps it for them till we really need it
So excited to see your food clutter video! I definitely get stressed when I look in my fridge and pantry and feel like we end up wasting more than I'd like to admit.. I'm thankful for you sharing your journey on here, your videos have honestly helped me so much. I've decluttered soo much and feel so thankful to be more free. I'm excited to continue this lifestyle, I think this is the freedom the Lord wants us to have as wives, mothers, sisters and friends ❤️
I love the idea of “wanting less” thats where I need to slow down and focus on! I think your suggestion of bullet journaling on that is a great solution! Because with advertising and marketing flashing us everywhere wanting less can be difficult for me!
I buy two sizes of everything that I love because I want to have one if I lose weight. Help, going broke this way. The clothes are so soft that I don't not want to have them.
I really don't impulsively buy any more, I watch my pennies and such. I am 53, haven't been buying too much since 20's. Love my life better this way ❣️
Totally agree with the visual photo tip.. I would also get side tracked in the beautiful thing that caught my eye but at the end of the day it was not the right decor item for the space or would really not fit in the esthetic style I was wanting to create.. By waiting and taking the time to just put a picture of my wish list or mood board saved my time, money and mental space
Great video, Madi! Thank you for sharing your insight. I especially love your final point - “want less”. Let us be content in our hearts with what we already have and be thankful for the simple things that are such blessings. I also love your “wait 24 hours” advice. I find that waiting to purchase items helps me discern whether it would really be a useful purchase that enhances something in my life, and then if I do end up buying it, I appreciate it even more because it was a thoughtful and intentional purchase. Thanks again for your content! Your videos are like a breathe of fresh air! Have a joyful and peaceful day with your family!
Your videos are very inspiring!! Thank you, can you please make a video on how to make sourdough bread 🥖😊 thank you again and may the universe bless you 🪴
You hit home for me when you said you won’t feel in a desperate panic to go get some thing when you have your needs met….that’s me. Your videos help me so much thank you. I’m saving 💰 to take your course because I need it ❤
Hi Madi! Love your videos. Love that you found a beautiful table! I’m pretty sure your dining table is Ethan Allen possibly from the 50s-60s. I recognized the pattern on the seat because my mom has similar chairs. You got a steal of a deal! They are worth a lot! And built to last
I love wanting less. I think that is the hardest thing for anyone to do. "you can really get yourself some clutter at antique stores." haha. I think that is why people go to them. Lots of cute things. This whole place looks like my parents' home. . .lots of antique clutter EVERYWHERE.
Looking forward to food clutter video. I keep buying food for multiple meals, then my husband gets pizza, and my mom gives me food, and then the fridge and freezer are packed, and I’m overwhelmed to have to eat that much.
In one of your videos you mentioned one of your favorite books. I can't find the video and I don't remember the name of the book. Could you remind me? Thank you!!
@@MadisunGray I finally found the video. It was the book "Effortless". I didn't see it on your Amazon list of books but maybe I messed it. Thank you ❤️
@@MadisunGray I totally understand,until I found your channel I felt very overwhelmed and not knowing if I was doing it the right way,thanks to you I learned that each and everyone has it's own unique way and that's fine.please keep doing what you are doing ❤ I will be here supporting you and learning from you 😘
Just curious if you have any other shopping tips that help you purchase intentionally. Share your thoughts in the comments! ❤️🌿
I like to make a specific list then an estimated budget. For example, last year I put a midweight cardigan that was a pinkish neutral and hit mid thigh for $50. I found the exact thing (a little underbudget even) and was able to fill in my wardrobe.
**it sounds a little crazy, like that specific, but it makes shopping so much easier since I know what I'm looking for.
Don't take your kids with you. That definitely helps me
1. Make a leisurely list
2. Only buy what you need today
3. Take a photo
4. Wait 24 hours
5. Want less
YES to the food clutter video please
Yes please!!!
Yes please!!!!
The two questions I always ask before purchasing something for my home are:
1) do I have a place/use for this item?
2) do I want to manage this item in daily life?
These two questions alone keep me from purchasing 80% of items I like. I still thoroughly enjoy the act of shopping but I also enjoy living in my home knowing that on days where it gets messy, it will only take me 15 minutes to clean and reorder everything! And coming into my home you wouldn't guess that because over the years I have collected beautiful (low or zero maintenance) things that give my home the cozy feel I'm going for without the stress of unmade decisions all around me. I love your tips in the video! I often use the picture method and also the 24hr tip. 🩷🩷🩷
“The things around us don’t define us.” 🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thanks Maddie. Loved hearing your perspective. 🌺🌺🌺
I find when I wait to buy things half the time I come up with some other creative way to repurpose something I already have and don't end up needing to buy anything.
Yes I often find that happens to me too. A few days to process and I recall something else I can do instead. I also find if I wait a few days for something I think I want, I find I don’t want it anymore. Makes a massive difference.
Really appreciated this video! I am SO looking forward to your video on pantry/food clutter. Like.so.cannot.wait. :)
Agree 100% with you! Food clutter is such a huge topic and issue for my family and so much guilt corresponding around it as well!
If only everyone lived by these principles, what a different world we would live in :)
I have stopped buying multiples of things like shampoo and toothpaste because the shops can stack them for me and i buy when i am running out, i don,t over load my toothbrush or put loads of shampoo on my hair only to wash down the drain, when we have too much i think we get greedy and wasteful, i am not tight but why waste products they are so expensive and to buy 3 bottles of shampoo that will last me ages to save £1.00 and have to stack them along with all the other multiples, i just don,t do it any more. And its so easy to be sad and fed up and think i will treat myself to a litle something on amazon/etsy and all these things add up and often get dontated 6 months later or trashed, its so wasteful i am guilty of this and i think if i saved all that money i could buy something more substantial and better quality.
Totally agree! Thanks so much for watching! ❤️
I’m new to your channel and I really enjoy it! I used to watch all the TH-camrs that do decorate and shop with me and I’m finding I do have too much stuff and I’m concentrating on only watching minimalist because you definitely inspire me❤️
Thank you for your support! 🤍
Love all of your videos! Super helpful! 🤎🕊
I do the same thing with a wants and needs list and it’s amazing how even a day later I realize I didn’t even need it.
It’s a nice way to park your thoughts
A pug!!!!!
You should start a podcast. I need you in my ears when I’m decluttering 😂
I so appreciate how real you are. You don’t make anyone feel less than. I’m really enjoying your videos. Thank you.
That’s so sweet Joy, thank you ❤️
Hi! I don’t know how your video ended up in my feed but it’s been such a breath of fresh air. I have on and off wanted to be more minimalist and being so passionate about the environment, resources, and sustainability aligns more with that. However, I think I’ve struggled emotionally and with the stress in my life that has caused me to go on spending sprees and buy everything that looks pretty or that I feel like I should own but have little to no use for. Excited for this series to keep unfolding! Thanks for sharing 😊
Love this!! These are all great tips, and being grateful for what we do have is so important! ❤️
On the topic of brands.....would you be willing to share thoughts on brand loyalty as it relates to minimalism. Specifically, does brand loyalty help reduce time? Such as you develop trust with a brand after learning its quality and sustainability meet your requirements, thus does this save time when knowing say....I need a pair of shoes because these fell apart, I will just order from (insert brand) because I know I love them. Does this also save money? Already knowing the item will be a good one to bring into your home based upon experience? OR.......does brand loyalty cause us to miss out on perhaps a better item for the need because we are not researching again? And does brand loyalty cause us to spend MORE because we already know what we buy we will love and so perhaps we purchase excess? Would love to know your take on this as its a subject i'm very interested in. Thanks for another amazing video AND more puppy sightings!!!!! Blessings over you and your family.
We recently bought a house. It's been fun noticing how different my mindset is now. I am slower to buy and so much more intentional. I'm also quicker to let go of the things no longer serving us.
That’s awesome 👏🏻
Idk if this is ocd of me but when i declutter items or even buy items i always condense to half. Such as i have 10 items in my cart I'll try to put back 5 before leaving the store so i mentally tell myself whats a need & whats a want. If i really want it bad enough i can come back next time. Same with stuff in the home if i have duplicates of toys, clothes, kitchenware I'll part with half etc. Hope that makes sense lol
I love that! It's a good challenge!
As a Teen I was SO good At only buying things I needed. Now in my early Twenties, I Fell into FOMO And for a year I am buying buying buying. Low buy - failed, no buy - failed, wish list - failed. I dont know what to do with my style or closet anymore. I really want to Gather my 10 favourite items (aka my Potential 10 item wardrobe) And Look at those things And what makes them different to the things I dont really love
i love the idea that the items we need are so close to us - in the store. and we don't need to store them. store keeps it for them till we really need it
So many of these tips are perfect for helping deal with a scarcity mindset!
So glad to hear that! Thank you for watching!
So excited to see your food clutter video! I definitely get stressed when I look in my fridge and pantry and feel like we end up wasting more than I'd like to admit.. I'm thankful for you sharing your journey on here, your videos have honestly helped me so much. I've decluttered soo much and feel so thankful to be more free. I'm excited to continue this lifestyle, I think this is the freedom the Lord wants us to have as wives, mothers, sisters and friends ❤️
Food declutter video whoops haha
I love the idea of “wanting less” thats where I need to slow down and focus on! I think your suggestion of bullet journaling on that is a great solution! Because with advertising and marketing flashing us everywhere wanting less can be difficult for me!
So true. Thanks for watching! ❤️
I buy two sizes of everything that I love because I want to have one if I lose weight. Help, going broke this way. The clothes are so soft that I don't not want to have them.
I really don't impulsively buy any more, I watch my pennies and such. I am 53, haven't been buying too much since 20's. Love my life better this way ❣️
Totally agree with the visual photo tip.. I would also get side tracked in the beautiful thing that caught my eye but at the end of the day it was not the right decor item for the space or would really not fit in the esthetic style I was wanting to create.. By waiting and taking the time to just put a picture of my wish list or mood board saved my time, money and mental space
Yes! Please do a pantry organization video. That's such a struggle for me!
I totally do the picture thing as well! game changer!
Great video, Madi! Thank you for sharing your insight. I especially love your final point - “want less”. Let us be content in our hearts with what we already have and be thankful for the simple things that are such blessings.
I also love your “wait 24 hours” advice. I find that waiting to purchase items helps me discern whether it would really be a useful purchase that enhances something in my life, and then if I do end up buying it, I appreciate it even more because it was a thoughtful and intentional purchase.
Thanks again for your content! Your videos are like a breathe of fresh air! Have a joyful and peaceful day with your family!
Your videos are very inspiring!! Thank you, can you please make a video on how to make sourdough bread 🥖😊 thank you again and may the universe bless you 🪴
Thank you Ansel! Same to you!
Great video! Love the antique store .
You hit home for me when you said you won’t feel in a desperate panic to go get some thing when you have your needs met….that’s me. Your videos help me so much thank you. I’m saving 💰 to take your course because I need it ❤
Loved this! So helpful. And that antique store was beautiful. I think I would spend the day just browsing.
Beautiful vlog. Thanks you
Hi Madi! Love your videos. Love that you found a beautiful table! I’m pretty sure your dining table is Ethan Allen possibly from the 50s-60s. I recognized the pattern on the seat because my mom has similar chairs. You got a steal of a deal! They are worth a lot! And built to last
She's right! Life is not all about material stuff...i have been decluttering.
Yes! So true!
I love wanting less. I think that is the hardest thing for anyone to do.
"you can really get yourself some clutter at antique stores." haha. I think that is why people go to them. Lots of cute things. This whole place looks like my parents' home. . .lots of antique clutter EVERYWHERE.
I'm loving these videos, Madisun!!❤
Hope you had a blessed and relaxing mother's day 💕
So glad to hear that, I never know if the content I'm making is actually helpful so that's really encouraging to hear! ❤️
I’m going to implement the lists and photos! Thank you! I’m
Definitely an impulsive shopper. 😮
Love you Madi
Looking forward to food clutter video. I keep buying food for multiple meals, then my husband gets pizza, and my mom gives me food, and then the fridge and freezer are packed, and I’m overwhelmed to have to eat that much.
In one of your videos you mentioned one of your favorite books. I can't find the video and I don't remember the name of the book. Could you remind me? Thank you!!
I have all my favorite books on my Amazon Storefront. If I talked about it before it’s on there!
Amazon.com/shop/madisun_gray
@@MadisunGray I finally found the video. It was the book "Effortless". I didn't see it on your Amazon list of books but maybe I messed it. Thank you ❤️
This table and chairs are so freakin beautiful! And in such a good condition, wow!
You are so wise! I'm enjoying your channel so much :)
Thank you Katie ❤️
I have my grandfathers ice cream scoop it’s red and white handle and can opener…good memories
I'm Loving your channel,I'm in the beginning of my journey into minimalism and your videos have been such a huge help.Thank you ❤
This is so good to hear! Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback, it's hard to know if it's only me that is into this stuff you know?
@@MadisunGray I totally understand,until I found your channel I felt very overwhelmed and not knowing if I was doing it the right way,thanks to you I learned that each and everyone has it's own unique way and that's fine.please keep doing what you are doing ❤ I will be here supporting you and learning from you 😘
This is my new channel ❤️
Thank you Elizabeth!
The way your child was caressing the mane of that rocking horse was the sweetest thing
So good!!! Loving your videos
Thank you!!!
Thank you ❤
Great tips and words of advice.
Love you’re videos Madi! As I slowly move towards minimalism and slow living, they have given me so much joy and inspiration to continue the journey!
Thank you ❤️
Love your good clear advise.
Thanks Nicky!
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