My Current Essentials as a Minimalist
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 มิ.ย. 2024
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Today I go over a few of my most used things as of lately, and why I have them.
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Hey everyone. My name is Nicholas and I make videos most about my experiences with minimalism, frugal living, tech, and things of that nature 🌱. So if that sounds good to you consider subscribing and I'll see you in the next one ✏️ - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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Journaling....... what a fantastic tool to have! I've been journaling since the 1970s, I write everything, everything down. The good, the bad, the negative. It's a great tool to teach you who you are and how to solve your problems by going back and researching your daily daily habits.
That’s great. I can definitely see me keeping this habit going for a while
Wow 1970 damn
@@NicholasGarofolaplease make sure to make a video whenever you figure out how a physical journal can replace the digital notes.
I am also in between whether to opt for a journal or continue using mobile for remainder/task/to-do list😊
@@puneet9628 journaling can get really personal . I use a physical Journal not a digital. You can put a lot of thought into writing it by hand and having the books to go back and review. That's why you don't worry about hackers getting into your personal space.
@@puneet9628 great idea 😄
I don’t often comment on your videos, but I do enjoy them, look forward to them and they are a value. They remind me of things that I have done and probably need to go back to or just how to keep it simple, so, therefore, thank you once again!
I appreciate that!
Same, same!
That kickflip was clean.
Beautiful
Loved your video😊 I have been enjoying journaling for years- I find that I can even journal in an app on my phone (no clutter, easy if stuck somewhere with nothing to do) but I also have a paper journal for curling up and downloading peacefully. I think this activity is crucial for keeping me grounded and it actually helps me make decisions as I work through issues or complications. Our minds are so incredible and allowing them the space to float free flowing thoughts is very beneficial to our mental health. Thanks so much for highlighting how easy and minimal this is! ❤
I own the same Timex watch in navy blue strap. Got it back in 2018 and until today I still wear it.
Unlined page journals are my go to. Simple and clean.
100% agreed
It’s a really cool watch and great for the price point!
I look forward to these every year
Yet another great video.
I seem to have layers of current essentials. On my person, in my jacket, in my backpack, in my office bag, and in the car.
Love to have stuff that may be expensive but foremost with excellent quality.
Keep up he good work!
Thanks my friend!
I love your vids Nicholas. I bought Greg McKeown’s book on essentialism per your advice and it’s the most I’ve read in years.
That’s awesome 🙌🏻
Make a video about your kitchen stuff, your bread maker. Tell us your bread recipe 👋🏻
I second that
Thanks for the idea!
I love your videos, Nicholas! Thanks for sharing 🧡
Thanks!
Sweet trè flip!! 👌
the cinematography has elevated since I last saw. kudos Nicholas!
Thanks so much!!
I'm so glad that the youtube algorithms pushed your videos my way. Have only been subscribed a few months but always get something valuable each time. Keep up the good work!
Phil (Canberra, AUS)
Thanks so much! Mate 🇦🇺
I like that you didn't clutter the video that everything you carry, just the considered things that people may not think of
I love my Bellroy sling, it’s very versatile and efficient
Journaling is a daily for me helps to just get it all out. Your hair looks awesome btw!!!
Yes! Thank you!
I enjoy listening to you Great video
I appreciate that!
Another good one bro. Keep on keeping on!
I've been looking for a plain black ball cap for a while now, thank you! Love that syrupy slow mo on the skateboarding segments, well done!
Definitely recommend this hat
Your videos are very relevant to me. I have learnt a lot from you. Thanks 🎉
Great channel and great presentation of your edc items. Wish the video was longer!! Greetings from Southern California, this is Alan.
I decided to live a minimalist lifestyle when I turned 30 years old. Quit drinking, smoking, and quit any negative and unproductive habits in my daily life. It’s been a “journey” let’s just say and I love every single day of it ! I don’t care if people don’t understand my mindset or if they say I’m just being “cheap” by not splurging on material possessions or indulging in consumerism. I needed the lifestyle change for my mental and emotional health 💙 I’m still human though and no better or worse than the next person. I just choose to live a little more consciously from now on ! 🙏 to each his own ! ✌️
What’s wrong with being cheap?
same bro same
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At 63 I too wanted to get rid of the negative things in my life, such as gripping, arguing and always having something negative to say. It seems that as I got older that I became more argumentative, which is a choice, I get it, but like you I’m making that concerted effort to think before I blurt a negative thought out or judging someone.
Thank you for posting that comment.
King is back.
bro plz make an video about your minimalist wardrobe or upgrading video of your wardrobe
Good overall approach -- even though I don't (can't?) skateboard, the concept is spot on. Hoodies aren't my thing, never have been, doubt they ever will be so I'd substitute a sweater or fleece but again, can't argue the concept. Now that you have a paper journal (and thrilled to see an analog watch), you'll have to add a pen...
I used to have a timex weekender. But now i wear a Fitbit band to track my sleep and Heartbeat. This is something medically advised to me, otherwise i remember my time of 2014, i used to wear that classic one
How I miss your videos !! Useful
Glad you like them!
Timex rocks!
The skateboard is 💯 man!
I liked your Casio g-shock, actually I landed here because I saw one of your old videos wearing that watch and I thought, wow! such a nice and simple way to wear that g-shock.
I absolutely love that watch
Just stumbled across your channel Nicholas, really enjoyed this video :) You just got a new subscriber, keep up the good work 👍
Nicholas your videos are very inspiring, keep on giving us great content. Also nice cord bracelet. Where can I get one ?
Thanks for sharing ❤
Thanks Tia!
I enjoyed this video.
Considering skateboard as essential EDC element is an interesting perspective !
I have been using Timex expedition MF13 for last 4+ years, and it is still one of best value buy for me.
Idea / question - Now that the year is coming to an end, any thoughts on making a 'best purchase as a minimalist' or 'books read in '23' video?
BTW, please introduce us with your cat someday ;)
That’s a good idea I have it noted! And yes timex makes the best watches 🙌🏻
Your work is a testament to creativity; akin to a book celebrated for its creativity and depth. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove
love your content brother ....pliz make video on your productivity setup as a minimalist ....may god bless
Will do soon!
Subscribed 🙌
Ive been trying to minimize my life as well. I hadn't really thought about the hats, I just always wear one. I have a few, but for me, after having skin cancer and pre cancers removed, a hat has become essential. I guess, I just don't think about it much.
0:00 I was expecting... RUN!
Just another W video
What pray tell is a “W” video? :-)
Short.... but sweet. Well done
Thanks!
Owning only one cap that gets worn daily is like owning only a couple of boxer shorts - minimalism should end here :) i take my caps all black nike cap in the shower and wash them out with shampoo. 3 caps do the job as one of them is usually wet.
what's your bracelet?
that long hairstyle is looking good on you, nick. great video, as usual! :)
Thanks!
I miss your videos omg. Haven’t opened my youtube since your last last upload! And you’ve changed hair looks great tho! 🩶
Thanks so much! Good to see you back here
Super cool. Do you dont use a smartwatch?
Time to switch out for the thrasher hoody after those clips 🎉
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Cheers for your cool hair dude, greetings from Iraq 🇮🇶,
I’m learning a lot of your videos and practically implementing what I’m learning.
Thanks!
Every man should have a watch he wears everyday. I think wearing a watch just keeps a man more responsible with their time and appointments since there's something on your arm that occasionally reminds you that time is always moving foward whether you are or not. And I don't mean a smart watch either. In my opinion, and it's just my opinion, I'll never understand how smart watches ever became a thing. The companies that sell smart watches had to create a problem in order to validate their product which is ultimately just another distraction from the real world.
I struggled with journaling when I first started for exactly the same reason mentioned in the video. What do people write about all the time in these journals? I tried a lot of different methods until I discovered what's called "bullet journaling". I originally started with the cookie cutter shell that can be learned from a variety of channels on TH-cam. Over time, I was able to tailor the bullet journal to fit my needs. When I say, over time, I mean it took about 2 years of tailoring the system until I found a format that suited my idea of what I wanted to get out of journaling.
I'm fairly new to your content Nicholas but of all the channels I've seen talking about minimalism this is the most straightfoward approach that isn't, ironically, so commercialized like other creators with their completely white asthetic that just makes the concept of minimalism look like nothing more than another take on contempary interior design that was so popluar in the late 80's early 90's. Your content actually expresses a workable example of the principles of minimalism and I think that's what people are really looking for when considering this kind of lifestyle.
Awesome comment thanks so much. Never tried bullet journaling myself but I may give it a try. So far my writing is messy and all over the place but that’s because I’ve allowed to be the one place that I can have fully unorganized…. Again thanks for the kind words 🙌🏻
Good video
I’m jealous that you have only one watch. I don’t have many unnecessary items with the exception of watches. I love them and like to have a variety. But having multiple watches means I have to maintain them.
Maybe I’ll try wearing my Timex only for a few weeks to see how I feel.
Nothing wrong with owning what you like!
I agree with almost everything except the bellroy sling bag: too expensive not that confortable, it actually gets dirty easier than I thought. Space and compartment wise I don't feel it is that practical. I have a tom toc sling which even when smaller feels more spacious than the bellroy. I ONLY wish my tom toc had the bellroy strap clip.
Great video as always. Can I ask what is your camera and lens?
Sony a6500, Sigma 30mm lens
Casio F-91W
I got bit by the watch bug in 2020 and have made multiple purchases. I've since sold most of them at a loss. It is a bad idea to get into the watch hobby.
Funny, since I have a Smartphone I dont see a need for a watch. My only watch is a mechanical alarm clock, bcs i like to smack it in the morning, lol
Maybe this is ironic but I think your watch needs to go. You need the Zeppelin 76685 (It's neither cheap nor expensive to the point that you'd call it premium) watch. It has an old time charm to it and will last you your whole life. For 450 bucks, I say that's a deal because you can pass it to your children or grandchildren. I doubt the Timex will be something they will look forward to even if you manage to hold on to it till then. With the world being so religiously into consumerism, being cheap and being minimalistic can't go hand in hand because the items we buy will deteriorate faster. At the same time we can't buy everything at a premium just because we want things to be simple and last long. This is a good balance in between.
I ordered the watch from your link but it looks way darker in real life. Would you say the case on yours is a matte gunmetal grey/almost black? Looks lighter in your videos
Yes I think the case is exactly called gunmetal, not really almost black though. I’ve had it for years so it could also just be time making it a fade a little
Bracelet? What's?
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Would love if you had a Q&A!
Again an excellent video!, Edit : How to get the songs
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Which model is the Bellroy sling?
Bellroy Lite Sling
Definitely worth it
You have an edc?
nice list but that watch definitely shouldn't be worn with anything more than a casual button up. Anything smart casual or above should have a more classy dress piece in my opinion. If you don't care, I'm not going to change your mind. But if you are interested, a good budget option is the "seiko tank" or an orient bambino.
Fair enough!
Get a casio f91
Which camera do you have?
Sony a6500
Nick can shred
I wanna be a minimalist because I’m tired of making my life about collecting things but it seems so dull and boring
damn that treflip, congrats
Thanks!
I got rid of my Apple Watch and now wear a ‘normal quartz watch’ it’s so much better I like to get away from tech now
You have a cat! 🤗
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Keep trying out the journaling. Writing out your ideas on physical paper definitely has a contemplative effect.
Definitely plan on it 😄
@@NicholasGarofola My partner has been keeping a journal in the same black 4 x 6 sketchbooks since architecture school til now, over 30 years (55 + in all). I love seeing them all together on his bookshelf.
The thing if I like Legos lol. So how to build them but also not buy a lot.
Is that an xbox?
Good evening, Alan Wake.
First
Physical writing imprint on your brain differently
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a fine watch, but this feels self indulgent idk!
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You’re undefeated at catching the Inuyasha references
@@NicholasGarofola Essentialism, cats, frugal living, Inuyasha, all we are missing is Diablo and this channel has all my favorite things.
@@hayleae.450 Downloading, stay tuned
Bro, that’s a purse.
You should get out more.
I would think minimalist wouldn’t waste time and money on tattoos
Why are minimalists so obsessed with the stuff they have?
after the invention of a mobile phone watch lost all its function. End of story, get over it.