10 Unnecessary Possessions to Ditch for a Simpler Happier Life

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  • @MarilynMayaMendoza
    @MarilynMayaMendoza 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +67

    I heard one minimalist influencer who said to get rid of your couch and sit on the floor. I’m 74 and there’s no way I’m sitting on the floor. And I’d rather watch television because it’s bigger than my computer screen. There’s no way I’m watching a movie on a phone.
    I’ve spent many hours with my children, laughing at a movie like Mary Poppins, etc.
    I think the endless scrolling on a phone is more of a time waster because it can last for hours and hours. I stopped that. I don’t watch very much TV at all, but I’m not getting rid of my television. or couch.
    I believe in minimalism in the sense that when you have too much stuff, you have to clean it take care of it and make sure no one steals it. It’s much better to have less. But I’m going to be comfortable. It’s a balance. Aloha from hawaii.

    • @deedoyle4069
      @deedoyle4069 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Well said. Thanks!

  • @donnymac575
    @donnymac575 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +680

    #11: Too much time watching TH-cam.

    • @MEJIHU4839
      @MEJIHU4839 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +82

      I totally agree, I’ve spent way too much time watching others live their lives while I’m not living mine.

    • @gyongyiolah1609
      @gyongyiolah1609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

      My biggest problem. Addiction.

    • @ritadyer9295
      @ritadyer9295 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @i.n.L.hI am trying to figure out how I could live life in these times without email.

    • @Amyavalon1844
      @Amyavalon1844 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @i.n.L.h I watch an extreme minimalist channel and she runs her whole channel (making all her videos because she doesn’t have a camera) with just her phone… she chooses to not own a computer. It’s got me questioning why I even need to own a computer with today’s phones.

    • @Amyavalon1844
      @Amyavalon1844 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @i.n.L.h 😂 yes I know.

  • @roksva3861
    @roksva3861 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +179

    Let’s all appreciate his choices of words, and the way he speaks it. Thank you sir.

    • @JoshuaBecker
      @JoshuaBecker  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Thank you for the encouraging words. I appreciate them very much.

  • @blujeans9462
    @blujeans9462 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +138

    Many years ago I bought a small vacation cottage. And although my main house was not much bigger, as I got older I found just regular maintenance and cleaning was becoming a time-consuming burden - and at 70 - I found there literally was no free time. I thought to sell both and down-size. Long story short, I had no takers for the vacation cabin and had no choice but to sell the main house and move into the cabin. It is the best decision I ever made. I never realized that the layout - although probably not to many people's liking, actually made it so I had a ton of useful space but only have to clean two rooms. I know it sounds not possible and it would take too long to explain - but sometimes your house becomes a burden because of just the way you are forced to use it.

    • @juliafisher5844
      @juliafisher5844 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Brilliant ! And in a location you see as " holiday"

    • @extrememinimalism
      @extrememinimalism 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Last part. My home and garden is more than enough space wise, but the layout I cannot change is a burden.

    • @debc315
      @debc315 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I am downsizing and looking to live smaller
      My two bedroom two bath mobile is breaking down and the land it is on is very wet. I no longer need all this space with my hysband and our 3 legged rescue fur baby

    • @commanderozbrek6011
      @commanderozbrek6011 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Less is more. I love your place and I haven't even seen it. I'm moving soon from an isolated, three bed house to an apartment with three modest-sized rooms plus bathroom. Less housework, lower heating costs, and neighbours at last.

  • @OneStepForward-DrSanaa
    @OneStepForward-DrSanaa 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +65

    We need a lot of voices like you that remind people of what really matters in life. I feel good about my choices in life when l watch your videos.

  • @dymphdebeer4276
    @dymphdebeer4276 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    Thank you for these wise words. I have a good quote for this opportunity:
    "True wealth is not in having more, but in wanting less" 💥

  • @danicegewiss862
    @danicegewiss862 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Today I decluttered 20-30 items I thought I needed. My car has been paid off for years. My house is relatively small (1,500 square feet). No TV here. I'm training to be a realtor. I'm looking forward to becoming more independent. Last year we did a staycation. We toured many local places and learned more about our area. Cleaning my house and decluttering is how I get my exercise. Jewelry? My wedding band and engagement rings are what I wear. We are renovating our house into a lovely home to come home to. It was in bad shape. Thank you for the advice that we've been following for years.

    • @jennifern9373
      @jennifern9373 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Smart!

    • @joyceyaffe1832
      @joyceyaffe1832 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Good for you! Thank you for your example.

    • @dawnwasshoward
      @dawnwasshoward 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      We have a small home and car. As we say in Britain there's plenty to do or see on your doorstep. Cleaning and walking are my exercise. Like you I wear my wedding and engagement rings. We have a good library and many charity/thrift shops. What we don't have is debt. It really is the best way to live isn't it. Our families are so blessed.

    • @HeatherRose_
      @HeatherRose_ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Realtors are going broke.

    • @ChrisJohnston-z7u
      @ChrisJohnston-z7u 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's amazing to me that a 1,500 square foot house is considered relatively small. I grew up in a middle class neighborhood and the houses were not only much smaller, but the families were larger and they were very comfortable in them.

  • @simply.clutterfree
    @simply.clutterfree 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +233

    As they say - you don't need a bigger house - you need less stuff! 😊

    • @virginiawolfe2581
      @virginiawolfe2581 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I can attest to that. I want to sell this large (4 bedroom) house my Mama and I live in (and the farm), and move to a house about half the size with a yard about the half size of a basketball court. Mama won't hear it. But it feels like I have to buy things to fill up every room. If we didn't have the space I wouldn't need to spend so much.

    • @simply.clutterfree
      @simply.clutterfree 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@virginiawolfe2581 I hear you

    • @Stephen_A.
      @Stephen_A. 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@virginiawolfe2581 I'm the same way with my partner. After 20 years of living in a large house, I want to downsize to a smaller house or nice condo. I've lived in condos before the house. I actually prefer a condo, but he won't sell the big house for a smaller place. 😩

  • @RayTator
    @RayTator 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +188

    Omg giving up our t.v. After 56 years of marriage was the best thing we ever have done in retirement . We talk , play cards, TALK, GO OUT FOR LUNCH ETC. ❤️

    • @Dirty_Hamble
      @Dirty_Hamble 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I went without a TV from the early 90s to the early 2000s. The best of times. I don't actually know why I still have one.

    • @ritadyer9295
      @ritadyer9295 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I would kinda like to do that. My husband has always been addicted to tv. We have both deleted our fb accounts but he scrolls a lot still on his phone and I watch too much TH-cam. It’s habits. The kids have TVs but they can only watch DVDs on them or hook their games up to them which I end up grounding them from a lot. Not having an ugly tv hanging on the walls wouldn’t be a bad thing

    • @Kyriecat12
      @Kyriecat12 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Ours is about to go out. My husband wants a new one. I keep pushing back. I'm hoping I win lol

    • @RayTator
      @RayTator 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Kyriecat12 good luck I never ever thought that Ray would ever give it up . I know every mash show word for word lol.. now after one moth he is fine 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

    • @michaeljones4509
      @michaeljones4509 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yeah but you all watch TH-cam on screens so stop kidding yourself

  • @CharleneSomers
    @CharleneSomers 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    Thank you for words of wisdom. Long story short, we went on a cruise, our luggage got lost and we had just a few clothes and toiletries that we bought before boarding. At first we whined about it but when our luggage did come we were saddened as it added stress and anxiety to our trip as we looked at how much stuff we packed. We were happier with the few clothes we had and the few toiletries. We were happier with less and almost wished we'd never gotten our luggage as it turned into a hassle after that.

  • @HerAeolianHarp
    @HerAeolianHarp 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +54

    Thanks for being a helpful
    and sensible North Star for so many of us in these times.

  • @pippas5808
    @pippas5808 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Spot on about the job. When I was in my 20s, I had an office job with 'excellent prospects', but I hated every minute and after a few months, I was waking up on Saturday morning already dreading going back into work on Monday and counting the days until retirement! I left to do a much lower-paid manual job which I absolutely love - I'll always be poor, but I'm happy.

  • @Pollyanna012
    @Pollyanna012 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +234

    1 A house larger than you need
    2 A fancier car than you need
    3 Fast fashion
    4 Television
    5 The wrong job
    6 Extravagant vacations
    7 Social media accounts
    8 Luxury gym membership
    9 Expensive jewellery
    10 Constant home upgrades
    This may seem like advice mostly for the wealthy, but there’s wisdom here in little pearls for everyone.

    • @extrememinimalism
      @extrememinimalism 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      11. A garden you can't, won't or don't want to maintain.

    • @Pawn-Storm
      @Pawn-Storm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      @@extrememinimalism Exactly. When our real estate agent gleefully asked me if I like gardening, I said "No!"

    • @dawnwasshoward
      @dawnwasshoward 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I don't see the point of a big house if you have to work 7 days a week to pay the mortgage and bills. You'd never enjoy the place. Similar for a fancy car, working 7 days a week to cover expenses.
      I buy simple clothes and wear them a lot.
      We have television, but I also read a lot.
      Now retired, do voluntary work.
      Prefer days out, plenty on our doorstep.
      Don't bother with 7,8 or 9.
      My home is fine as it is. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Can't be doing with the mess and upheaval.
      You're right, this is wisdom for everyone. Agree with you 100%.

    • @anyviolet
      @anyviolet 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      thank you for the list!

    • @savvyshopper1286
      @savvyshopper1286 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      I don't have a house, expensive jewellery, a garden, don't have most of those things anyway. So I've been without these things forever, so am saving money from not buying. Simply just don't buy things. 😂 Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @georgebricker2224
    @georgebricker2224 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    So true. I am almost 63 years old and have been a big supporter of 9 of these choices for the last 40+ years. I have a TV vice when the time permits. When our kids were growing up my husband and I decided that time with them was way more important than fancy houses, cars and jobs. They were and are our first priority. Them you only get one chance at. Careers you could always try later. We live on 45 acres in the country in a reasonable size house with reasonable cars. We are not foodie or clothing people and love to camp for vacations. This gave us time to concentrate on our kids. Our kids have turned out great so we must have done something right. It is ok not to follow society's luxuries. Most of it is just stuff in the end that you will need to find a home for. Declutter some ones house after they pass and you may understand this. After all do your kids really want the stuff. Ask them. You may be surprised by there answer's.

    • @dawnwasshoward
      @dawnwasshoward 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      We had very little as my son (now 36) was growing up. It has done him no harm, he appreciates everything he has and saves up to pay in full.

    • @molee8863
      @molee8863 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very true. As a person who had to deal with the estate of deceased love ones, it was a burden for me to deal with their stuff. I got rid of most of the stuff, but it took me years to do so.

  • @PaulaDTozer
    @PaulaDTozer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +64

    I’m not giving up my tv. I have fine relationships and watching movies is our hobby.

    • @dawnwasshoward
      @dawnwasshoward 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      My husband and I like watching movies and documentaries. I wouldn't like to give up my tv.

    • @janeandrews1790
      @janeandrews1790 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Well, I have a couple of streaming services and a Fire stick I was given for Christmas. NO cable.

    • @nancimoll9901
      @nancimoll9901 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I can’t give up a TV even if I wanted to. We depend on it in tornado alley

    • @vanessamay3689
      @vanessamay3689 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I have limited tv time which is amazing spaces with exceptional creative people who design little spaces for themselves or a caravan from a plane.
      I love watching the occasional movie on YT or audiobooks on YT as my husband thinks books are clutter.
      I do my own exercise routines at home as well are rural. Would like to go to the gym but I don’t want any extra expense with being on a pension.

    • @psalmer5690
      @psalmer5690 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You can use a TV to watch movies without being connected to cable over other network programming. If you watch the “news” on TV you should get rid of it.

  • @Arete37
    @Arete37 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Fast fashion? I've bought clothes at Fred Meyer, Macy's, and Walmart that I've worn at least once a week in season for over twenty years. Shirts, base layers, sweaters, jackets. They still look ok. I'm no fashionista but I look presentable.

  • @MikeyDonna
    @MikeyDonna 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +96

    Compliment from an 81 year old grandma…..your new hair cut is nice, you look slimmer and younger sonny boy.

    • @JoshuaBecker
      @JoshuaBecker  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Thank you.

    • @acs4410
      @acs4410 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Ya I also find u look more handsome

    • @simini1837
      @simini1837 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      This comment is great, I love it MikeyDonna!

    • @fredflintstone2234
      @fredflintstone2234 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He’s gorgeous

    • @marianfrances4959
      @marianfrances4959 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sonny boy!😅

  • @veronicadavison8702
    @veronicadavison8702 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Our tv broke about 18 months ago and we wanted to see how we go without one for a while. We don’t miss it at all

  • @sheilabernadetteclairemcin1107
    @sheilabernadetteclairemcin1107 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    I watch utube on tv . All gardening and sewing and creative tutorials. Cancelled all the cable channels and only pay for broadband now saving myself 100 euros. Dont do facebook, pintrest or tick tok. Wardrobe is limited. Do love gardening . Also got an allotment which i do find brings me joy and peace. Finishing up on allotment in the evening and watching the sun go down hearing nothing but a few cows mooing and birds tweeting. Pure heaven . Best 100 euros i ever spent.

  • @Bill-kj8io
    @Bill-kj8io 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Very good list. I especially liked the mention of a high paying but unrewarding job. I used to be a computer programmer. It payed a lot but I felt like an unimportant cog in a machine. When the job market dropped out of that sector I attempted to pursue a carrier in music. I have not yet succeeded, but I’m happier failing at that than succeeding at a job I don’t care about. Even the part-time blue collar jobs I do now as day jobs are more rewarding.
    Regarding the extravagant vacations though, I do miss visits to Hawaii. Those trips actually were more relaxing than any vacation I could take in my home state. Still, it’s better not having an unrewarding job even if I can’t afford Hawaii any more.

  • @benlesher1442
    @benlesher1442 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Dear Joshua Becker
    I'm Terry ! I Have been following for a while. I know your story in starting minimalism.
    Now mine; I don't have a House Anymore, I rent an apartment. I don't have a Car either.
    Ir Any fancy item. I receive a check every Month for My retirement, But...I Still
    Keep many things I don't Use everyday. And I don't have the heart 💜❤️💟 to Get Rid of Them Yet. Because I feel 'They Are' my last belongings of "Happiness and Prosperity" I own. I'd Wish to have an Advice from you and to Wish me Luck 🍀 And I wish You luck too. Thanks 🙏 a lot.

  • @nicolepiscatella3406
    @nicolepiscatella3406 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My husband and I have a large home and we will be selling soon. We do not need a five bedroom home anymore. Nice video and I'm a new subbie to your channel. I will have my husband watch this video (I hope ) he pays attention. I hate TV but he holds the remote like it's going to run away. I wish he could get rid of the tv obsession.

  • @GordonFincher
    @GordonFincher 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    I agree with you on everything except #4 the television. I get enjoyment from watching movies and series', for me it doesn't take away from other aspects of my life, so I do not feel like it's a time waster. However I don't waste money on endless streaming or cable services or over price tickets to movie theaters, I'll rotate a streaming service every month for simple convince of watching newer content, but over the years have built a physical media library and good equipment to have the best visual and audio experience in my small home. I'm a visual person so I don't get much out of reading books, but watching a movie with friends can still lead to great conversations afterward or even just having fun side splitting laughs together. This is just my opinion and everyone is different, I feel if you have children then a TV is not a great thing to have, I don't so it's ok. haha

    • @juliafisher5844
      @juliafisher5844 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I agree ... I love watching films and still have a dvd player my Grandson has a favourite dvd 📀 of Arthur rabbit and always enjoys an episode or two . I love setting a mood with seasonal background music on you tube and research new places to visit . As for tv I literally only watch one hour upbeat lightweight show gives me a laugh before bedtime helps me to lighten up. 😂

    • @AM-bm2xw
      @AM-bm2xw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It's always refreshing to hear a balanced perspective, because often we become too black and white. Thanks for this comment, both you and the person who replied to you.

    • @raynacurtis
      @raynacurtis 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We use our TV to watch a crazy number of episodes of Tiny House Nation on Pluto. It is actually inspiring us to own less, so I'll call that a win. (We don't have social media so we already have less screen time than many!)

    • @APW-ry2ok
      @APW-ry2ok 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed TV is like a fine wine moderation is the key.

  • @mrbjay5443
    @mrbjay5443 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I haven't watched TV in over 9 years. It's so freeing! I do a lot of reading instead, which improves vocabulary, increases knowledge, improves analytical skills, and more. I also closed almost all social media accounts except TH-cam. Lastly, never follow trends in clothing or in any other format. They go out of style, and you're back buying again to the next trend. Stick with timeless classics that never go out of style. I'm working on the others. I always workout outdoors, cycling and hiking all my life.

  • @cbcb102
    @cbcb102 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    100% agree about the more you have the more you have to maintain and worry about losing.

  • @valerierogers9609
    @valerierogers9609 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Measure success by your own happiness quotient, not society standards 👌

    • @molee8863
      @molee8863 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤❤❤❤

  • @heyheyhey3119
    @heyheyhey3119 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Watching your video in Korea. My life has been too distracting and I was so depressed thinking why I am so pointlessly busy. Thanks to your video, I started to slow down, relax, and think deeper. I hope I can lead my life to be unstressful and intentional.

  • @MultiLinda42
    @MultiLinda42 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    All true; i had a job but after several years i wasnt enjoying it. Now i have a job near my hometown,its paying much less but i m happy. Still saving money. I m thinking about selling my car. Being frugal is the best thing ever. not attached to anything. My gymmembership is being paid by the corporation i work for :)
    Greetings from the Netherlands!

  • @otterinbham9641
    @otterinbham9641 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    You left out golf clubs. That's a surefire way to know peace. The day I gave up golf was one of the happiest of my life.

  • @debishaw9355
    @debishaw9355 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I think he said it all when he talked about being mindful with your house upgrades. I would rather have a garden of flowers than a swimming pool or a big fancy patio. I think each person has to choose what is important and keep it in the budget! Each person has their own list.

  • @raskolnikov1873
    @raskolnikov1873 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    As the song says: "but if less is more, how you keepin' score?". Underlying the advice in this video is the understanding that you have to abandon society's markers of status. This is hard, as our species seems to be obsessed with status. But, if you can do it, and do it honestly, there is great freedom on the other side.

    • @JoshuaBecker
      @JoshuaBecker  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      So very true! Speaking of, here are twenty better ways to measure success that possessions: th-cam.com/video/oqvpZY0-VFw/w-d-xo.html

  • @carolc.1334
    @carolc.1334 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Gotta love the look you give after talking about gym memberships. Too cute! Good list, thank you

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. Im retired and decluttering like mad. Looking forward to moving into my 1 bedroom place. Im tired of cleaning house, shoveling snow, mowing lawns and building garden soil! 👍😎🇨🇦

  • @megkajewski3288
    @megkajewski3288 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Thank God for the blessing of you Joshua. 🙏

  • @DonnaMalin
    @DonnaMalin 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Agree except for nice vacations! I have been to Africa multiple times and have expanded my horizons and learned so much.

  • @trekkie-cat
    @trekkie-cat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I'm minimalist but still have my tv.

  • @bobbijonichols5651
    @bobbijonichols5651 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your videos seem to show up just as I need them. Thank you Joshua for sharing you're the best! 😊

  • @Doris-i3o
    @Doris-i3o 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have always lived a minimalist life. I come from a genetically-lucky family who lives to around 90 years old. I asked my 92-yr-old grandfather the secret to a long life.....he responded, 'Just live'. :) He ate home-grown vegetables, meat from his own farm, a lot of fish, and did a lot of walking. He didn't drink or smoke, and he had a good sense of humor. Your advice is solid.

  • @ahmedrzaki5189
    @ahmedrzaki5189 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Summarized and straight to the point as usual.
    Almost the 10 items have been already ditched ✌

  • @vikieierdam5516
    @vikieierdam5516 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Another quality video with excellent ideas. Thank you so much for your commitment to this channel.

  • @amonralice2
    @amonralice2 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Intentionality is the best. It always works with our journey as minimalists.
    Thanks, Joshua.

  • @jesterday2222
    @jesterday2222 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Good evening! It's 23:57 here (yes we use 'military' time here) Thanks for the video Joshua. And I agree with all of them. Looking for a smaller house in Italy :)

    • @zedwpd
      @zedwpd 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm a 20 year veteran. Unless you are British, military time has no colon. Just 2357L. L is for local. Unless you're using Z time, which is from Greenwich meridian line time, that the military uses to attack targets since aircraft are all originating from different time zones.

  • @Tennyson138
    @Tennyson138 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I believe you are right with this wise and thoughtful advice, Thank you...

  • @helenburns2186
    @helenburns2186 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 yet another very perfectly communicated message. Thanks for the wisdom and motivation, Joshua.

  • @katiegee5173
    @katiegee5173 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you, Joshua! This was very validating for me.

  • @dougscott188
    @dougscott188 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Not giving up my tv 😝 but I don’t need five.

  • @larryboysen5911
    @larryboysen5911 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are "Right On"...I have none of these items in my life...I'm a collector...not to impress...but to make life interesting and fun for me...and a great way to meet others with similar interests.

  • @friedayf
    @friedayf 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!
    I'm a small TH-camr for now, but I’m committed to sharing my life, 'East meets West' (from Shanghai to Germany and Europe). Every story counts!

  • @debc315
    @debc315 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My exhusband waz a dentist. He changed from engineering in his 40's. I quit my dental assisting job to stay home and raise and homeschool our 6 children. People would come in amd say , they thought there would ne more toys in our home. They would tell you they had plenty of toys. We had tons of books and music cassettres and cd's. They played outside on 11 acres, climbing trees, building forts. We never went on a fancy vacation or had very expensive toys. I taught our children to help others , I did not want them to grow up to be spoiled dentist's kids. I taught them to shop for bargains and how to cook, clean and care for the home. My 2 dauggters homeschool their children and work very hard. My younger daughter raises animals does canning and even hunts.They are wise with their money and have turned out to be hard workers

    • @barbaraspector6689
      @barbaraspector6689 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I really don’t like the idea of hunting. Killing animals is wrong.

  • @qormi1000
    @qormi1000 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Joshua. You always make a lot of sense.

  • @davidr2802
    @davidr2802 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    the question is how many folks who say they have no TV actually are spending the same amount of time on the computer watching videos like this. its not 1985 anymore

    • @MarilynMayaMendoza
      @MarilynMayaMendoza 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@davidr2802 sometimes I wish it was 1985😀

    • @Royaleoake
      @Royaleoake 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You mean watching useful content like this? Media dominated programmed TV is the real waste of time. I’m on TH-cam learning about life, learning to cook, learning useful skills. I pay for TH-cam so I don’t waste time watching the ads because I don’t see them.

  • @sunshine3914
    @sunshine3914 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Got rid of the tv 15 years ago, & I don’t miss it. It does slow conversation… cause I don’t most the folks people are talking about. Got a 15 yr old Honda that only gets 11 mpg, but newer ones cost as much as my house… & the mpg is the only thing I don’t love about it. It’s all banged up, but it’s so comfortable, rides & drives like a dream, & never worry about it getting scraped & dented.

  • @phyllisburtonhearsawho
    @phyllisburtonhearsawho หลายเดือนก่อน +331

    I like this a lot, in addition to that if you want to simplify your financial life keep debt to a minimum. Cut expenses. Develop healthy habits like consistently saving money at regular intervals for investments to help you build wealth. If you work on this, your financial potential will grow exponentially. There are numerous opportunities to make money on the financial market. With the assistance of my financial advisor Abigail Ann Ryan , I was able to earn my first million dollars through passive investment in a variety of assets and right now my friend is on his way to a million too with her help. Goodluck!

    • @GregMerchant
      @GregMerchant หลายเดือนก่อน

      Truly these are the best investment decision you can make both short term and long term for steady money flow. Kudos

    • @AdamsFerguson
      @AdamsFerguson หลายเดือนก่อน

      recently started saving for retirement and I don't mind investing a substantial sum, i'd like to know your advisor ?

    • @phyllisburtonhearsawho
      @phyllisburtonhearsawho หลายเดือนก่อน

      She’s actually not hard to find. Look her up to see if she's the right fit for you. Hope this was helpful?

    • @E.GCreates
      @E.GCreates หลายเดือนก่อน

      The thoughts and ideas here are remarkable

  • @jsully7426
    @jsully7426 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    Yes! I have decluttered 80% and gave my paid off vehicle to my daughter. My husband and I share his paid off electric car. I want to go back to Ireland 🇮🇪 but saving money will take a little bit. ❤ your channel. Thanks

    • @frankduffy4095
      @frankduffy4095 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Maybe go back for a long holiday..........its a beautiful place but you already know that🙂

  • @jennifershaw4756
    @jennifershaw4756 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yay!! I have nailed this whole list. It might be a first. haha Thank you for your valuable information.

  • @joannasz838
    @joannasz838 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I can see that the $10 gym membership is being put to good use. You look great Joshua. Thank you for your channel

  • @brookecarrillo3432
    @brookecarrillo3432 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    I’m struggling to find quality clothes! So many of the good brands make their clothing like fast fashion and it’s so frustrating. I hate spending 60 dollars on a sweater that I think is going to last only for it to pile after two washes!

    • @muchadoaboutkovu
      @muchadoaboutkovu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Thanks to inflation I’ve noticed a huge decline in quality as I imagine every company is trying to cut costs. I recently bought hanes socks thinking they were quality and they unraveled as I took the tags off. I was shocked.

    • @pamelalyon3264
      @pamelalyon3264 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      Have you tried thrifting? I have found some excellent quality clothing for an exceptional price and they last a long time. Plus, it's fun.

    • @brookecarrillo3432
      @brookecarrillo3432 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Yes, unfortunately my local thrift stores are full of junk from SHEIN and H&M. I recently stole half of my moms closet from the 90’s and 2000’s and the clothes are so much better lol.

    • @francesguinta8614
      @francesguinta8614 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Spend a few dollars and buy a fabric shaver. No more pilling of sweaters. I use them to keep my sweaters looking brand new.

    • @dawnwasshoward
      @dawnwasshoward 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@pamelalyon3264 I bought a skirt about 8 years ago from a charity/thrift shop. Really good quality, cost £1.
      Just started to wear out. Absolute bargain.

  • @yolandaholliday4964
    @yolandaholliday4964 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this video. It came at just the right time

  • @JD-hy2pg
    @JD-hy2pg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent. Thank you for sharing.

  • @lmusima3275
    @lmusima3275 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is one of the most timely videos I’ve seen. I’ve been decluttering my place for a while and still have a lot more to discard of. I look at the amount of necessary goals I’ve been trying to achieve and are still unfulfilled. Yet it’s disappointing to see that my space is still cluttered and I’m accumulating so much. Great 👍 that I’ve come to a stop 🛑 and I’ve marked more things to cut off for good

  • @cakedupkevin
    @cakedupkevin 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I go to a Planet Fitness and it does the job. Only $20 a month because i like the amenities and flexibility of going to other locations when traveling. Planning to move into my own place which will be significantly smaller than my current townhome. Downsizing just makes sense 👍🏼

  • @marystackpole118
    @marystackpole118 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Couldn't agree with you more!!! Thank you sincerely!! Great ways to TRULY LIVE!!♥️

  • @Alan-lv9rw
    @Alan-lv9rw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve downsized from a 3,100 sf house to 1,500 sf. I drive a 2011 Nissan Sentra. I wear t-shirts from JC Penny. I fully retired this year and I’m loving life. I’m doing ok.

  • @Watchoutforsnakez
    @Watchoutforsnakez 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love you dude. I forgot about you. So relaxing.

  • @jessjenkins5474
    @jessjenkins5474 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for your wonderful videos. 🎉

  • @harleymax01
    @harleymax01 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    My issue is that I want to declutter stuff but also watch prepper channels and then don't want to gt rid of things that might help if and when SHTF. This world is bonkers right now.

  • @molee8863
    @molee8863 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good tips. So true about the big house. I always thought, "who's going to clean that?" But I guess if you can afford a big house, you can afford to hire help 😂. I don't use my TV so much, but ❤ my tablet & mobile 😂 to motivate, learn & stay in touch with family & friends. In fact I'm probably using less electricity as a result 😊. Stay-cations are great but balancing some travel with it is nice to experience the world beyond your front door 😊. Thanks Joshua for the advice. I think it boils down to being intentional & where you are in your career & life.

  • @trish87563
    @trish87563 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    The challenge is when pursuing something in line with your passions and values A) requires more schooling, which is costly, and B) doesn't make a decent wage. I'm in grad school to earn a doctorate in clinical psychology after 20 years working in an office job I hated. I LOVE what I'm doing, but I'm old enough that I'm going to be paying back school loans for eons and might never have enough to feel remotely comfortable in retirement (if I get to retire), and it's not the highest earning job. Basically, I'm in it for the passions and values, but that might really hurt financially.

    • @susannegiesen2114
      @susannegiesen2114 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Much respect for your decision! You might worry but you do what you love,and you never know what good things might come your way....👍🍀 All the best to you and greetings from Germany 😊

  • @DawnKemler
    @DawnKemler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    These are amazing, thank you❤

  • @loveandjoy810
    @loveandjoy810 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    We haven’t made upgrades to our furniture in 15 years. We bought classic pieces in colors that don’t stain. No need to upgrade. I see all my neighbors buying new stuff all the time ( delivery trucks in the driveways) and I just think of how much money they are throwing away on new couches every season

    • @rbnhd1144
      @rbnhd1144 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice Comment, you made me think, we buy decent middle of the road furniture, we keep it till it breaks, our bedroom furniture is 45 years old, Dining room suite, stereo, Lazy boy and a few other things were bought in 1990, we like what we buy so why should we constantly replace, Even our Camry is a 1994 bought new, most stuff today including furniture comes from China and doesn't look well made, When I see people constantly updating and changing I feel they must be depressed and spending to fill a gap, or maybe they are trying to impress others.

  • @Sabiha-30
    @Sabiha-30 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Shein! Joshua you got that right! 10/10!

  • @Jerry_McKimm
    @Jerry_McKimm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The luxury gym membership is a difficult one for me. I had access to a $10 a month (or less) gym for decades and would be consistent for a few months and drop off. Over and over again. I also bought my own gym equipment thinking it would help me be more consistent. It did for a while. But boredom set in for all the above.
    I joined CrossFit at the beginning of this year and pay a steep $180 a month. But I am having the time of my life. I am part of an awesome community of super fit men and women. I love walking into the gym having no idea what we are going to do exercise-wise. Working out in a group environment is incredibly motivating.
    Sure, I wish I could pay less money per month for classes. But in three decades of experimenting nothing else comes close to "expensive" group fitness classes for me.

    • @EB-nz1qv
      @EB-nz1qv 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Minimalism is not a one size fits all approach. If you’re using your membership and enjoying the heck out of it, then you’re doing the right thing.

  • @adrianrobinson7953
    @adrianrobinson7953 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m newly figuring this out it’s just stuff!im gonna declutter soon as i can

  • @gbau92
    @gbau92 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this !!!!

  • @brg2743
    @brg2743 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Been getting rid of a lot of things lately that aren't usable or not being used.

  • @hologramhouse729
    @hologramhouse729 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Shiny Pearls Of Eternal Wisdom....

  • @susanp.collins7834
    @susanp.collins7834 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    1. I live in a caravan with an outdoor cooking/living area. 2. I don't own ANY car. 3. Fashion? Whats that? With a few exceptions my clothes are hand-me-downs. 4. I HATE TV but if I could get a small smart TV I would because I watch a lot of study TH-cam videos. 5. High paying job? I'm a pensioner on an income of ZAR 2,190 per month plus a small side hustle. 6. Fancy holidays???? 7. I'm admin of a Bird Photography Group. And I live a very isolated life so my Social Media is important. 8. There is NO GYM in the small agricultural town where I live. 9. I own a string of wooden beads with a crystal in the middle. 10. I WOULD but a new csravan if I could - my beautiful old 1981 Gypsey Caravelle 4 is taking strain. Great video.

  • @rosiew8-fenn
    @rosiew8-fenn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your voice is so calming xx

  • @revazquez
    @revazquez 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    On point. Thanks!

  • @sparkleunleashed9916
    @sparkleunleashed9916 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Been a while not seeing your tips in decluttering, now my home back in pile of this an that, this past month already let go of so many thing, yet the pile seems stay the same
    And now my sons starting to live minimalism in their daily basis, especially since the first one got into college

    • @sct4040
      @sct4040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Stop buying, and put away the stuff you want to keep.

  • @jayson657
    @jayson657 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    #1, 2 and 10 are gold. I hate big houses, They’re nothing but stress and expense. There’s nothing better than a cute, cozy little home thats easy to maintain and clean with low utility and little to no mortgage. Cars have also become ridiculously expensive to have. Give me a cheap, little, reliable Corolla.

    • @deborahpellerito6117
      @deborahpellerito6117 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I totally agree

    • @rbnhd1144
      @rbnhd1144 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Toyota all the way, love Corolla's and Camry's, a smaller home makes total sense.

  • @marlelarmarlelar9547
    @marlelarmarlelar9547 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Us poor folk got this nailed.

    • @resemblelife
      @resemblelife 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      True Story.

  • @NoFluffJustRabbit
    @NoFluffJustRabbit 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow... apart from social media accounts, which help me to connect to my customers, I have never owned any of these, or given them up as a teenager...

  • @drnicolebeaumont7884
    @drnicolebeaumont7884 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent reminder 🎉

  • @deanodog3667
    @deanodog3667 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Words to live by !!

  • @deanodog3667
    @deanodog3667 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Mam has become the tool of his tools !! Henry David Thoreau

  • @ritabutler1951
    @ritabutler1951 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Although, I have family in New Zealand I am planning on visiting next year.

  • @jamesdenton94
    @jamesdenton94 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Traveling is my dream! I wanna see the 🌎

  • @mariav1274
    @mariav1274 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    🇦🇺 Goodmorning Joshua! (For me, anyway!)

  • @nicodimus2222
    @nicodimus2222 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree with every single point except the TV (and I don't watch TV at all, but my wife and I love watching movies together in the evening.) Sure, it's not necessary, but if it brings you joy, and you can easily afford it, I think it has value.

  • @alejandrowatson7667
    @alejandrowatson7667 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks

  • @sct4040
    @sct4040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Once I invested a certain amount of money, then I allow myself to spend some on vacation.
    Save some. Spend some is my motto.

    • @AM-bm2xw
      @AM-bm2xw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This seems like a good balanced approach, thanks!

  • @muchadoaboutkovu
    @muchadoaboutkovu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I wear three stud earrings. Each are different birthstones of my kids birth month. Haven’t changed type of earring for almost a decade. I’ve been slowly decluttering jewelry realizing I’m probably never going to wear most of it. Why slowly, you ask? Because I’m weirdly emotionally attached to it. So silly!

    • @diamondlee9034
      @diamondlee9034 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      great idea with the earrings! I have a friend that only has one pair, she wears them everyday. Im in same boat with jewelry, trying to “thin the herd” considerably

    • @Dit1160
      @Dit1160 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Jewelry has never been a problem to me…no pierced ears or any other jewelry…I have always thought it was a bit barbaric…even as a child…I could never see my way to putting holes in my body to hand things from…funny how different folks can be

  • @secretminimalists
    @secretminimalists 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Am I the first to comment? It’s been a long time since I’ve watched one of these videos. Have really missed them…

    • @JoshuaBecker
      @JoshuaBecker  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      You are first! Thanks for checking back in here.

    • @sparkleunleashed9916
      @sparkleunleashed9916 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I keep coming back to this channel whenever i feel i loosen up di decluttering, kind of reminds you what is your purpose with decluttering and refocusing again what is need to be done about it

    • @malyndaashford1370
      @malyndaashford1370 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely so easy to slip back​@@sparkleunleashed9916

    • @mmcneil-smith2890
      @mmcneil-smith2890 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Love this refresher and reminders on living the best life with less stuff and distractions around us. Thank you!

    • @Suki022
      @Suki022 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I watch every one of his videos because Mr. Becker always has such wise insights to share. 😊

  • @dianasklebar7693
    @dianasklebar7693 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    #8....yeah, there's no doubt you look good...very good!

  • @simplecountryliving7555
    @simplecountryliving7555 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great ideas.

  • @user-st6nt4ou6f
    @user-st6nt4ou6f 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very thoughtfully said

  • @Gk2003m
    @Gk2003m 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You’d be surprised how much joy you can obtain from an espresso machine (plus a good grinder!) and a sporty convertible

  • @lindsaysimplified
    @lindsaysimplified 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Best part of every Friday!

  • @Truckngirl
    @Truckngirl 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Not traveling is the root of hate on Earth. The farther, the better. The more often, the better. This is a very troubling issue with US citizens, and how they're perceived in other countries and by other cultures.