I Tried Minimalism for 30 Days
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2023
- I planned on attacking Minimalism in stages, all based around Marie Kondo's book "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" and Fumio Sasaki's "Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism."
📜 Write Up - zhighley.com/i-tried-minimali...
📸 Instagram - /
🐧 Twitter - / zachhighley
💌 Newsletter - zhighley.com/newsletter/
--------------------------------------------------
Who am I:
My name is Zach. I’m a Resident Physician in Boston. I make videos about medical school, studying, and growth. I love trying new things and often mess up. However, every time I screw up, I usually learn something. Whatever I learn, I post it either on TH-cam or on my website 🌐 (zhighley.com/).
I write a weekly newsletter 💌 (zhighley.com/newsletter/) linking the best things I read, watched, and listened to that week. Join the 4,000+ that read it every other Sunday morning.
The Gear I Use to film videos: zhighley.com/resources/#_YouT…
What I’m Reading: zhighley.com/resources/#_Books
![[TH] VCT Masters Shanghai Playoffs DAY 4 // 100T vs GEN | G2 vs TH](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/UkTGSxdCUQw/mqdefault.jpg)
Going on 3 years of being a minimalist, I have a lot of money saved and invested. It's about being intentional with stuff you really want. The misconception is you can only a number of items. This is not a religion, just a tool to live better.
Well put! I must remember how you phrased that. I come across this concept often. It's like minimalism is an all or nothing concept for some people.
Im trying to go 5 years without buying one piece of clothing/shoe/accessory
It's probably youtube bugging but this video was uploaded 20 minutes ago and has only 280 so I'm here to support it because you deserve better
Too kind!
If anyone is thinking of going through their clothes like this, please reach out to local housing shelters and donate what you can
Minimalism is not hurting yourself for the sake of less.
It's easy to throw everything away and suffer. It's easy to keep everything. The art and science of minimalism is reducing possessions while being as/more happy with your stuff.
It's not replacing your monitor with your laptop. It's sitting down doing some thinking and asking yourself what do I really want? Comfortable head position and a large real estate and taking that information and finding a product that accomplishes that with less.
When you are speaking of keeping your monitors, and you say a true minimalist would just use their laptop, you are missing the point. Minimalism is not an aesthetic. A true minimalist would keep the monitors if they add real value to their life, not get rid of them for the sake of reducing. However, if a minimalist decides the monitors are no longer adding value and the person would be comfortable with just using the built in computer display then they would get rid of the extra monitors, but not for perceived aesthetic.
I don’t believe he got the idea of minimalism.
Without any plans or intentions for minimalism, I actually started eliminating some of my clothes last week simply because the sight and thought of them is starting to stress me out. I had too much clothes verging on hoarding because most of it are only there "possibly for future use". Now that I've taken off about 30% of my clothes, a heavy weight has been lifted not just from my closet but also from my mind. And I'm planning to do a second round of elimination to remove up to 50%.
Totally agree that minimalism is not a competition to see who has fewer items. Also, I constantly repeat to myself the Japanese word "Dan-Sha-Ri" (“refuse”, “dispose” and “separate”).
Everything starts with the conscious decision of refusing waste to enter into your life.
This video is so great! It shows the excitement of narrowing your things down, the struggle after you do all does things, the boring part, the part where you wanted to buy stuff to fill those ones you threw away, and realizing you really don’t needed to buy new things again, that that is the lesson you needed to learn from being a minimalist. ❤
Pro tip about the phone: go to settings
My friends and I had a contest to live simply, clear up the clutter, and minimize our space and life. I noticed my 5 senses heightened and increased. I was more attentive to others around me and one on one. I could actually see, hear, listen, smell, feel, and taste more because of fewer distractions and clutter in my environment which also helped to detox and clean up my mind and body's mental, emotional, and spiritual environment. Therefore, I was able to clearly focus and meditate longer and fill my mind with positive thoughts and creative ideas. I agree 100% that "less is more" and living a "simple life" and having more time for others and oneself is very healthy physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. A person can accomplish a lot in a day and become successful when life is simple and minimalized. I get more done in a day unlike before when clutter and distractions ruled. I also added up how many hours I would spend being distracted throughout the day and I would have "banked" if I was being paid for it. LOL 😄 P.S. I don't eat the same thing every day nor where the same clothes every day but my closet, dresser, and space are pretty minimalized and simple! 😉
I started my minimalism journey about six years ago. It helped me to calm my mind. Something wich has to be said though: Minimalism looks differently for everyone. If a thing sparks joy for you - keep it. No matter if others tell you that you have way too many books or not. It has to work for you!
This is amazing to hear about your experiences with many challenges you have had.
Great job Zack! Of the hundreds of minimalism videos I've watched, this is one of the best. 🌻
Minimalism [as a lifestyle] impacts your health, your social life, your digital life, your physical surroundings, your garden, your finances, your habits, your schooling, everything! If done correctly, intentionally and not just for likes on a instagram post. :D
Love the part that you showed that day 14’s struggle. I always tend to become a bit more minimalism, but always kind break the cycle at the ‘bore stage’. Your video is definitely very inspiring!
Thank you for sharing this experience. Much needed right now.
Loved to watch you take on a new view of stuff. I started my minimalist journey in 2020. It’s a process that continues but it has been a great thing to remove the things that clutter and aren’t missed. Digitally and physical surroundings. Congratulations!!!😊
This is a fantastic video. It’s been really helpful. Thank you.
I moved home recently and I got surprised about the amount of things I had.. I am donating books, kitchen stuffs, clothes… I am feeling lighter after that
Let me know how it goes!
@@ZachHighley Thanks, Zach! definitely it is a process, but the most important is to be aware that getting empty spaces in our home will allow enjoy a free space to practice yoga or just face news feelings… ❤️✨🥰
I am not minimalist in many ways, but I DO love the single outfit. So many people are judgmental about it, but I try to ignore that because it isn't them wearing it!
This was a great video on minimalism. I'm inspired to make some changes. Ty!
More videos like this!! Love it :D
‘I can of miss my left arm, this one is robotic and I can’t really seem to get it to stretch my back’ 😂😂😂.
Zech sense of humor is like classical music 😂😂😂😂. Music of the masters!
love you man my fav medical youtuber
With minimalism, like anything, there isn’t a one size fits all. I’ve been a minimalist for a few years but I don’t wear the same thing everyday. I just went with a smaller wardrobe. I also don’t abide by the sparking joy idea.
I've been a Minimalist for over 40 yrs, now 62... I've gotten stricter in the past 12... you need to consider your decor, if you are considering being a main proponent of its lifestyle... on a footnote: you are very handsome!
Many people say that minimalism is a character of genius people cuz it helps them to not be busy with unnecessary things which takes their time and attention not to be successful and I also tried it and it helped me a lot.keep the good work Zach it helps u to achieve more🎉😊
It definitely has freed up time and space! I just hope i can keep this up
I really admire you for trying this
This kind of philosophy has always fascinated me and it was really cool to see such a human perspective of it
I could never do something like this because, like you mentioned, I tend to value space, and difference in what I eat/wear (despite being someone very steeped in routines)
Fantastic video
Thank you!
I loved your way of how you took on the minimalistic approach and love the videography your doin great keep it up
Thank youuuuuuu
Wow, this video really captured my attention! As someone who's striving to build a similar kind of life, your content is truly inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
Let me know how it goes!
Perfect idea You did a great job 👍👍👍 Thks for sharing
Amazing job , great video 😊I loved
Thanks for watching!
This is the exact inspiration I needed to be a minimalist 1/3rd way through my college semester 😂so imma try to find time to do this
same.
Always love your videos Zach! Would appreciate if you could make one about how to learn new things. Like literally, how u learn new stuff you face in uni!
Good idea! I will
@@ZachHighley Il be looking forward for it!
you’re the best zach
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
I love both books!
Sounds like you’ve found what works for you. :) Clearing the excess so you can focus on what’s most important. What do you use for meditation?
I think minimalism and productivity is great - to a point! :)
Getting rid of excess can be liberating. And having a 'go to' set of meals/style uniform/etc. when you don't know what to do, can really make your life peaceful. But it is important to note that these things should feel like an addition to your life - not a punishment. I think a lot of people take these challenges to the extreme (I get that is more interesting content). But remember to explore new meals or style once in a while (when you feel like it), and then revert to the basics the rest of the time.
I like the Marie Kondo way of thinking, because it is not about minimalism (that is actually more the side effect), it is more about learning what brings you joy, and creating a 'space full of joy'. That can be really uplifting. This means that if books means a lot to you, it is okay to have a lot of books. If you love clothes, it is fine to have more than you 'need'. It says something about what you value, and who you are as a person.
But what happens, with her method, is you become conscious of what you truly like. And your shopping habits will change dramatically. You will look at quality over quantity. You may see getting a better knife as 'wasteful'. But if that knife means you will find more joy with cooking, is it really that frivolous? Maybe it is better, it will save you time, you love how it fits in your hand, the feeling it gives you while cooking.
For the 'empty' feeling, try to add a few plants and decorations around (only the kind that brings you joy, of course!), while your brain gets used to the new 'level' of stuff. :)
Minimalism is an obligatory option for the most of the minimalists, not a way of life you just choose to live.
It’s even hard for us to live this way sometimes, but I encourage everyone to try it for a while
❤ Zach you are incredible 😊
No u are
Awesome video, i loved it 🎉😃👍🏼 also interesting to follow all your thoughts, Thanks 🙏
Great experience! Love minimalism. 😇
me too me too me too
Hey buddy. I discovered your channel a few days ago. I love your videos. 👍👍👍😀
Marie Kondo says allow a few months to go through your entire home. This is helpful when its a household of people!
Great video
Jesus Zach, you look amazing 😍
Amazing video! :)
You have so much to give to those in need Doc ha. I do believe you value charity as well. Many fan of yours will value your precious things.
I have this crazy thought about the "minimalism" of St. Francis of Assisi. Or maybe becoming the leas?. Or just being simple?
Is that what your thinking of as well of being a minimalist? Thanks for presenting this video, challenging the thoughts of today's sense of fulfilment.
Hi David, Good experience for you, thank you for sharing. Concerning meditation. I have been trained in meditation, I call it running energy. Let me share with you. Put your attention in the center of your head and ground to the center of the planet. Use a grounding cord as an image connection and with that cord release energy (issues) from your space. Above your head create a sphere and let that sphere vibrate at I AM; drop it into your space and fill up. Repeat as necessary. That is a beginning. Growth to follow! Thanks for sharing. I too am experiencing minimalism and it is a good place to be for many reasons. .
Hey this video is absolutely powerful❤ Love it. What video and mic do you use?
Love this video
Love you
Great!
very motivation
Whey your speakers behind your monitors!!!!!!!!!
nice video
Great Content... One of my favorite TH-camrs...
You are my favorite
I get rid of at least 20 items each day. Most are recycling or trash. I fill a box for Goodwill each week and drop it off. I own 3 pairs of shoes and 2 pairs of
flip-flops. 3 of us live in a 2BR apartment near Chicago. There's still lots of stuff here. Tina, Al's wife
Minimalism doesn't mean asceticism. You keep the meaningful things and make room for experience. You can eat different foods and wear different clothing. Vary your routine. Watch media.
Is Fiji water really good for “energy” inside the body?
Amazing 🤌🏻❤️
question because i want to put plants by my bedroom window as well, do the plants you have not attract any bugs?
Life is meant to be full and it will be no matter what. You just have to decide what you want it to be full of. Distractions or accomllishments, stuff or experiences, quantity or quality, etc.
We live in a capialist society. You're encouraged to look wealthy, not actually be wealthy. Less stuff means more time. Not more money necessarily, more time (which is priceless).
The glass smashing sound effects used for soft clothing hitting the ground 😂
Have you read "Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World" by Cal Newport? Some of your comments about removing Instagram, etc. from your phone reminded me of that book.
Good experimente ❤
Graciassss
Haven’t got anything to add since my life now resemble yours. It startet with me moving to an apartment a little smaller than The one I had. I got angry at myself for all The money I had wasted on thing I dont need. I’m happyand signifikantly less stressed. Britt from Denmark 🇩🇰
Thats true
We all need a time like this
Even if it just for a period
Hi, can you tell me what type of meditation you do? Thanks
To be honest, I was surprised by how many clothes you had!
Me too
@@ZachHighley after watching the past few years of your study videos, and your “I’m going to do this or that for 30 days”etc, I truly thought because you always demonstrated a very strong self-control, that everything else in your life was similar. I had a picture in my mind of an organized closet with jeans, khakis, casual dress shirts, short sleeve shirts, the t-shirts all hung the same direction on matching hangars. Same in your kitchen, your study, heck even your bathroom with 2 sets of towels,…Let’s just what I saw was not what I expected🤣🤣. No matter what, you are still my favorite doc!!
Mollie
Beautiful
Could you try a challenge where you get to take one thing a day and otherwise you have nothing
How much time did you spend in nature? That would be absolutely critical to my happiness and could trump time on the internet, addictive as it is, any day. When I’m out in nature or genuinely interacting with people is when I realize that the things I do you on my phone are not living. Everyone is different. You may be more of an indoor person.
Great❤
you’re great
How often did you do laundry
The best thing is knowing where everything is and having space.YES! Cleaning is a Breeze! Congratulations to YOU!! But you have to be you...and gather what you need to be you...Minimalism is joy joy with YOU!
This was an excellent video! Curious, what watch (other than the speedmaster) were you wearing in this?
Omg you had a walk in wardrobe and dressers in the bedroom
Hello i love ur videos. Please can u do also a video about our internship ? Thx
Intern year of residency?
residency @@ZachHighley
I have very little personal items and live in a tiny studio apartment which is suitable for me, but I have to ask myself, am I a minimalist? My apartment is full, I have everything I can possibly need, probably a bit more, can I clear out a tiny bit more, yes, but I'm conflicted, the things I can part with, I spent a truckload of money on, in theory I tried to sell it but I'd get pennies on the dollar for what I payed for it. Anyone out there have any advice for me
I do think about brushing my teeth kind of every day. I guess routines do not work in my brain 😅
Trying the Same
❤
Minimalism is also being mindful of what you bring in. I am sure Steve Job owned many of the same outfit, and not wearing the same one. 😂
Good videos man
Take carne🌍🌟
Thanks sir!
How i wish to be minimalist,don't know where to start 🤔😅
I do this with people too, say one thing wrong, Zach. Blocked & DELETED. 😈
Lol
I uninstalled facebook and instagram on my phone.
You got rid of the wine rack. I wanted that.
Big fan of u I think u are really mcdreamy doctor
Lol thanks
When a middle class person realises he's been a minimalist all his life.
The thing is, minimalism is for rich people, who have a 'backup' of some kind. They get to feel 'safe', In some way. All power to them, but it is not for everyone. These people do not understand in any way, what food insecurity, shelter insecurity is like. Etc, etc. A 'minimalistic' life, for these people, is no concept of what this life really is.
Minimalism is fun. You shouldn't be eating the same meal each time, and you shouldn't remove apps you still enjoy? Minimalism is narrowing down what you don't want to focus on the things you do.
The legend had the old Twitter logo lol
Never installed it again on my phone since that day?
Well im watching....just immediate thought no judgement- if trying for 30 days why toss everything especially what is useful and practical? Make no mistake, i enjoy watching and observing, yet if it is not for you the reinvesting back unto necessary gear is going to be expensive.
Do you still lucid dream
Well, you got bored with the same old/same old, but think about the animals who live extreme minimalist lives from birth to death. They wake up at the crack of dawn, go out to forage for food (same stuff everyday), eat, tidy up the nest,take a nap so they’re ready to forage for more food later in the day, maybe feed young ones or teach them to hunt and do their thing. As the sun starts to sink to and below the horizon they’re tired from a day of work - just like humans. They probably eat whatever is left from the days forage as by early evening the forest gets quieter and more serene. Meanwhile those crazy humans are firing up the grill, marinating someone else’s kill, tossing a salad and baking a potato, drinking a glass of wine and as the sun sets all is well with the world. Moral of the story is to keep it as simple as the animals in the wild do. They know the secret of life is minimalism. And don’t overthink it. 😝
You can have 2 Kids as I do. Then I promise you will have no more Time to be bored. Btw i embrace minimalism when I got the kids help a lot 😊
First
53rd?
Donate everything .Ukraine etc. People globally have NOTHING TO WEAR. CLEAN OR NOT. ;(
There is "no away".
Hopefully donated or brought to a shelter