The Fear of Letting Go of Things - Biggest Challenge for New Minimalists - Learning Minimalism 2020

The fear of letting go of things is one of, if not the biggest challenge for new minimalists. As I really start the process of reducing the sheer number of physical things I own, feelings of anxiety set in and it was tough for me to just let go; even tiny random objects I didn't even remember I had. It's a new habit to form, and to me, and important habit to build and maintain.
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In this video, I talk about the five reasons why we feel the need to hang on to stuff, and how to address those reasons head on. To me, the point of minimalism isn't to just get rid of everything, but rather, to be deliberate and intentional about the things we choose to keep in our lives. Most of us, too some degree, are hoarders, and to me, learning how to stop hoarding is vital for overall happiness.
I have way too much stuff in general. It's not ok. So although, no matter what, I'm going to be doing some spring cleaning, I want to figure out if creating the processes and systems to support a minimalist lifestyle is sustainable and positive for me.
This series is going to be sharing my journey of learning, building new habits, and setting expectations that I hope will have a positive ripple effect throughout all other areas of my life.
I feel like I have a lot of clutter, both in my physical space, as well as in my head, and have, over the past few years, realized that one of the keys to happiness is simplicity; no drama, no complication. And although I think I'm on the right track, at least from a work and relationships perspective, I've always been someone who likes to collect things, buy things, and way-too-easily justify acquiring new things.
Forget how wasteful it is from a personal financial standpoint, it's wasteful for society, and the world. Seeing dollar-store shelves really makes me wonder, who's making all this stuff? Who's buying all this stuff? How long is it used before it ends up in the trash can?
I think, even from a selfish perspective, we should all consider the state of consumerism, how much money we spend, how to save money, how to stop shopping, to stop being wasteful, and simply considering and being conscious of everything we have, and how to build good habits. Knowing and being aware of everything we own might be a great place to start. It's where I'm starting and I can't wait to see what I learn!
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[@lovehatewait8]

Oooo! I've done the photograph thing! It made me feel better about the anxiety of letting go of material things. Hope you give it a try!

[@MauriceMoves]

Thanks for letting me know it worked for you!!! It’s awesome to know someone else has already done it 🙏😎

[@charlking6375]

I found your account by hazard and I am happy I did :)
Simple but great content. Keep up the good work ;)

[@chrismaki8396]

I really appreciated this post as I have difficulty with letting things go. I am looking forward to working through more of your work. I discovered your channel through my current obsession with EDC and am glad that I subbed.

[@suhaibmutawakel4661]

I guess we all have these categories. As you were explaining them the bunch of items kept popping into my head that fit each category lol.

[@jkh417]

Just the thought of keeping a photo of an item I give up makes me realize how little value many of my “junk” has. 👍🏼

[@RexWangquan]

Really good video :) thank you.

[@xochitladrianalealgonzalez9116]

WOW! Made me think way too much. Excelent advise. I will do the photographs and go step by step following you. I discovered your channel today by looking at your 4 hour body diet videos. Please keep on with this great work. You could be like my "Sensei".

[@MauriceMoves]

Ha! Definitely not qualified to be referred to as a “sensei” haha, but thanks for watching and for the compliment! 🙏 the photographs have been really helpful in being able to let go of things 👌

[@amajuniortube]

Great video as always, man! Thank you for all the tips and recommendations you’re sharing with us.
Just one thing I noticed (and maybe I’m being too picky): on the “GIFTS TO GIVE” box label (right at 00:37) it should say “Small New Toys for KIDS” and not “KIS”, right? I know it was just a typo.. just to let you know! 😉
Keep up with the awesome work!

[@tetertertertert]

One excellent method to let go of the Anxiety is benzodiazepine but then you won’t care about getting anything organized 😮

[@montyv3909]

How did you end up going with selling all the stuff you wanted to? Was it as successful as you thought it would be?

[@thememer434]

dirty minded people when he talk about tape measure
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[@tetertertertert]

Another possible strategy: getting a girlfriend 😅