having cleaned out the homes of my in-laws and my uncle--all who had long, secure, happy lives, I vowed to never have our daughters go through that process for our things and have been watching your videos to keep going! We filled our home like a family would but both girls have moved on to their next chapter. I was surprised at how much the "stuff" weighed me down even tho it was hard to give up some hobby supplies, my buffet/dinner party/big family dinner things....once donated, I didn't miss them! thank you.
I was Monica from Friends... everything organized on the outside, but behind a closet is junk filled to the brim. Ever since, I watched your videos regarding minimalism, I have purged and de-cluttered so many unnecessary things. And before, I was a spontaneous shopper; but now, I am very thoughtful when buying things -- such as clothes, coffee mugs, or makeup. Becoming a minimalist does really help -- not just with saving money, but relieving stress. Thanks for your inspiration and motivation!
It's noon in northern NY state. I'm still on my decluttering journey. Stuck in paper and establishing routines. The things I want to do more of is Bible study, spending time w/ my sweetie and making art. Kathy B.
I'm watching this on my lunch break at work and all I want to do is go home and declutter! I really want to just get rid of most of my wardrobe as I don't love a lot of the items anymore (and I have too much), but I don't have the money to replace everything. Plus, I think personal style grows with you, and should be curated over time. Love the video, as usual
It's 745am Bellingham, Washington, USA. I appreciate how you emphasize that minimalism is different for each person depending on what's important to them (my art is important). Your suggestion of working a small section at a time worked well for me since I got overwhelmed trying to do everything at once.
Hey girl! Watching this at 9pm in London :-) So glad I'm not the only one who always remembers what they wore in the company of others - really not sure how (or why?) I can remember that, but it's a real hindrance on choosing an outfit to wear when you're seeing friends. Less is definitely more, and after culling my wardrobe to about 1/3 of it's size a couple weeks ago, I think I need to do it again! Thanks for the inspiration, I always look forward to your videos - never stop creating x
Hey Rachel, it's 20.53 in Germany :) Love your channel. I discovered your videos while looking for quinoa recipes haha. However all your videos on weight-loss have resonated so strongly with me and your minimalism series has changed my life quite a bit lately, I feel so much more comfortable in my apartment, my bathroom and my kitchen after de-cluttering and getting rid of unnecessary possessions that don't make me happier. So thanks for that and keep up the inspiring work :) Max (also you look particularly beautiful in this video!)
watching this at 7:41pm! i've been making my way through the entire minimalism playlist as i begin my journey by decluttering for the first time. thanks for the motivation!
Rachel please make a video on your history w minimalism! And how do you decide on and stick to a personal style because what you said about repeating outfits hits so close to home! I'm exactly that way 😩 I've looked into creating a capsule wardrobe where you basically own a couple of things in a similar style/ colour so that everything matches but idk if I can commit to it. Thanks Rachel, you're amazing! 💖
What's really important for me after decluttering is not risking to do the same mistakes as before, so I analyze the decluttered pile, ask myself "why isn't this good for me (anymore) and set some rules to buy less and better in the future. So far it's working! I no longer buy much stuff on line just because it seems cute and cheap and if I DO buy on line, it's for "safe" articles like T-shirts, sneakers, petite jeans... Ciao.
Ever since i discovered minimalism i have this urge to throw out everything in my room :))) i feel suffocated by stuff and because i live with my parents i can only get rid of so much. i feel like I'll be more free from things once move out. i plan on taking only things i love or need. both of my parents have hoarding tendencies, not out of control but they are "collectors" and keep so much unnecessary nicknacks, bits and pieces "just in case" and i have to respect their decisions, it's their house after all. i definitely inherited this behavior but I recently realised that all the stuff weighs me down. i really love your minimalism series, i'm trying to slowly declutter my room when i have time and i feel like they also mentally prepare me for my new home when i move out (next summer *fingers crossed*) ❤❤❤
I think we have a pretty similar approach to minimalism. I'm not aiming to live out of a backpack, I like having my own home with nice things but just less of them and only the things I love and use. Right now it's 2:30pm and I'm sitting making a list of everything in my kitchen so I can decide with Steven which of these things will be getting shipped to Australia with us in 2 months and which things will be getting donated / thrown away when we have to move. Then I just have to repeat this process for every room in our house, lol!
I'm going to keep the term 'Core Items' in mind moving forward with my decluttering journey as that's certainly something that had been floating through my mind. Like why do I lust after buying high heels if I only wear them approx twice a year? Or latch onto the latest liquid lipstick trend when I know that my preference is traditional lipstick? My true aim is having items that truly work for me and not what I felt I needed to buy through just wants rather than quality needs. Thanks for the video - it was great food for thought! X 12:18PM in Lancashire, England :)
I'm watching at 9:00 AM CST. I need to start the day off right! You are a big inspiration for me on my minimalism journey. I actually mentioned you in the video I posted this morning! Thank you for all that you do!
I am watching this at 1.10am whilst cleaning my desk. I randomly searched for 'How to be a minimalist' while trying to find the best way to clean the house (it's pretty messy). I did say that I was going to go to bed at midnight but listening to you has definately inspired me to get rid of 'stuff'. We have too much 'stuff'. And yes, coming home to a clean house is so much more relaxing than a messy one that you have to move things just to put a plate down. I was finding myself using small plates for food as I couldn't be bothered moving stuff around to sit down to eat at my desk. Thank you!!
I would love to see how you style the minimal amount of clothes you have and still manage to look so good in these videos (it doesn't seem like you have few clothes at all and that seems like a magic trick)
6:49 pm. Im so awful at downsizing because I attach sentimental value to everything OR I say to myself, "I'll use this ONE day.." You've really got me determined, however. (:
It's so nice to watch this in the morning with my breakfast. I'm slowly working towards being a morning person and culling my items, and your videos always inspire me for the day. Thank you Rachel!
9:48 PM in The Netherlands! You inspire me so much! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am so easily attached to stuff. It is already a lot better now, but I still have a hard time with things that people gave me. Anyways, your video's rock. I studied photography and videography and I think the way you film is really professional. I think the best filmers are photographers. That's because they have an eye for details, lighting and background.
Your history with minimalism would be a very welcome video I think. Love your videos in general, particularly your minimalism series. Have you ever watched Break The Twitch? :)
Your series inspired my new minimalistic lifestyle, so thank you very much for doing all of these videos. I don't have trouble with purging items, but I do have a difficult time NOT purchasing new pieces to replace things. So I'm glad you touched up on this topic. Side note: the time of day I am watching this is at 3PM EST. :)
Watching at 1:40pm PST from BC, Canada. Rachel it would be great to hear about items (decor, work-related, personal, etc) that you own you feel are more functional/useful to you as a minimalist. In a sense items you've found to be more essential or worth investing in since becoming a minimalist. It may help those of us transitioning to know where to start or things to keep in mind. Also would like to see options sold internationally for those of us not in AUS!
Watching this at 10:30 am from Puerto Rico. Love your videos and you are an inspiration for me to start declutting my room and my lifestyle. Thank You!
I remember things by outfits as well! I mention it sometimes like "last time I saw you in wore this" or "I remember this happened because I was wearing this and you were wearing that" All my friends think I'm nuts! What I found is most people don't remember stuff like that and it doesn't matter!
I'm the exact same. I'm trying to drop this habit slowly as my wardrobe is being gradually culled. My issue is when pictures are taken - because then people DO really realise how often you wear the same thing 😫
It's 11:40 for me at Bangladesh. I have been watching your videos for a long time now and I absolutely love your minimalism. I am a fan of black, white end grey too, and I love that you've added plants with that. Lots of love, Sanila
Please do a video on your history with minimalism! I love your channel and the amazing videos you make. It really shows how much work and effort you put into each video. It's visually pleasing to watch and your voice is calming, the hole aesthetic is beautiful! Lots of love from Norway 💙
I always watch your videos in the morning to inspire me for the day! I plan on trying to find inner ways to inspire and keep myself motivated after I finish culling my home.
Hi Rachel! Here it's 4:45 pm in France :-) thank you for your videos. I love to watch them. They are very inspiring. I'm far from a minimalist but I love your style. You're a real artist to me!
Good tip about starting with what you don't use/like anyway, you won't even miss it. Also, bookmarking online purchases you want to make, to give yourself time to consider.
5/13/2020 day 6 of 60 for my second go-round with you. be well be safe today I cleared off a surface area ... both around it AND under it (all purely clear now).. and better-arranged George's massive collection of hobbies. NOTE: found earthquake saved water gallon plastics in the hobby area and one of them had LEAKED! after all these months I AM SO SO SO GLAD I found this out to save the soaked box items (the items had been wrapped in plastic are OK. the box soaked had to be thrown out. THANKS RACHEL for letting us continue OUR JOURNEY to be better caring for all our objects that might get ruined from spilled water that we didn't know about.
Yes would love to hear your personal journey with minimalism! Also, how do you deal with cleaning to keep all pristine? Do you do zone cleaning? Or any certain routine or schedule? I live in Los Angeles and it's 12:40pm. Your videos and your genuine-ness is extraordinary... I love your videos and your creations! Keep on!!! :)
Afternoon in Portugal :) you have been a inspiration to me. With your minimalist videos I have culled my belongings. I've done it very carefully and thoughtfully and slowly. And it's interesting because I use to have a lot of stuff and constantly having the urge to buy more things and now I've come to a point were I only buy thing to replace something that's broken or something like that. Thank you for your inspiration Rachel 💕
Just found your channel and I've been binge watching your vids all day! Tonight I went through my closet and pulled out massive amounts of things I haven't worn in a year or more! My wardrobe still isn't where I want it to be but I'm looking forward to building it with more quality pieces...thank you for all your helpful advice and tips!
You are totally amazing and adorable person, so real and beautiful 🤗Im minimalist from few years but I also making mistakes You very motivating n smart I just love watch you n always finding something that giving me kick to do more for myself 😘Thanks alot 🙏
I'd love to hear about where you started with minimalism! I have recently started myself very slowly over the past few years and I feel that I'm ready to take an extra/more conscious step in minimalism. Your channel has been so inspiring.
Thank you Rachel ❤ Watching from South Africa! I decluttered my shoes last week and it felt really good. This week I'm going to work on the rest of my ward drobe and then the week after with my house. I am a total hoarder but when I throw/give things away it feels really good.
8 pm from Switzerland :) I would really like to see you make a video on your journey from so many clothing items to just a few, and particularly on how you put your outfits together. BTW, yours are the best videos on minimalism i've seen on youtube this far ^_^
5:51AM in WA, US :) I watch your videos usually as soon as they come out and I see the notification 😂 love you videos and you're such an inspiration for me!
tHIS IS MY 4TH DAY WITH YOU AND, oh my goodness, what a thoroughly thought-out and lovely video! soooo many of these key items are things I would like to remember... like how long it ACTUALLY takes to establish a different habit and override a past one! so... onwards! SEE YOU IN YOUR NEXT VIDEO TOMORROW! thanks!
I would love to see a video about your minimalism journey! Because life is about so much more than possessions... yet exploring our choices in possessions and our relationship to them are an excellent opportunity for growth and self discovery. But I wanted to share my perspective when you advised to be logical instead of emotional about decluttering. It's certainly not bad advice, but I have many times decluttered in the last 20 years, usually being very logical and almost strict with myself... and it didn't stick. Now that I'm trying this new method, which is very intuitive based, I find I can process the emotions I have about items without being ruled by them. I believe I'm going to be a lot less likely to revert this time around. Just in the last few months since I started, I'm amazed at how my attitude towards stuff has changed. I haven't been struggling with temptation, and it's almost a relief to be able to say NO to almost everything that's available out there. So maybe there's a way to be both logical and emotional for greater success :)
Hey Rachel, I am watching this at 10:12am haha. I feel so much better once I have culled items, I am the type of person who will cull a specific group of items all in one go, for example, I cull clothes for myself, my husband, and my kids all at once, and I usually do this every 3 months. The thing I have trouble culling is my drawers, which is funny because they are basically full of random things that I never use, but I have trouble throwing it out haha. Thats something I really need to work on. Anyway this was another great video, would love to see an updated Makeup collection to see what items you love enough to keep, and or keep repurchasing. Have a wonderful week, and can't wait to see your next video :D
watching at 1am from Argentina. i Love your minimalism series. I'm interesting in the evolution of your style, from me change a lot when i started to eat better including colors!
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I must say that once I decluttered, I don't have a problem with buying more stuff or keeping organized. I love this new lifestyle! The only problem is the "goes away" pile, I always put off dealing with it. And yes, I would love to hear about your journey :)
Oh, I would love to know when and how you started and how long it took you to be perfectly happy with the amount (and the quality) of the things you owned! Love your series! xx
One thing I struggle with decluttering and accumulating more things is that I love change! So it makes it really easy for me to declutter or get rid of stuff or rearrange but it's also easy for me to want and get new things. Change makes me happy and I'm in the process of finding a happy medium I guess haha
+Rachel Aust Me tooo love changing my hair :) I just went super silver and shaved an undercut :o love your vids! Made me consider QLD as a possible future home (love Sydney though!)
I am really loving your videos, they are really useful and it's amazing that you have been active for an year, I hope you happiness and to reach all your goals
I recently started with a "rule" that I set up for myself, which is that if I purchase any new clothes I have to remove something similar from my wardrobe, for example if I would buy a new skirt, I have to get rid of one skirt that I already own. It's working really well for me and i think it's a good way for me to build up a new and more sustainable wardrobe without making it larger. I have a lot of old clothes that I don't feel comfortable in anymore but I just wear them because I don't really have anything else to put on, a lot of it is worn out and comes from cheap brands, I'm a student so I don't have so much money but now I try to buy things with better quality, just one piece once I while when I find something perfect until I have a wardrobe that I feel comfortable with and that is more wearable.
I'd love to hear about your minimalism journey! I'm about a year in on mine and every few months I feel like I have too much stuff again and start removing items. I'm sure next year will look even more different. :) Watching from Florida, US at 8:30 pm.
I'm watching at 5pm and i live in Singapore. Your videos are an inspiration for me and I started my journey of minimalism because of your video and I am never looking back. I would love to know how you started and what methods you used to get to your current state in life. Thanks Rachel
10:15 pm in Sydney! I love all your videos especially the minimalism series, it's helping me a lot. And I would love to hear about your journey with minimalism. Thank you~ :)
I'm in the uk and watching at 7pm. Yes please to you minimilism conversion! I would love to have a very minimalist apartment but moved in with my husband and it is his property.
I love your videos! I love minimalism but I never knew how to follow it in my life! But with your help I did a huge progress! Thanks a lot! It would be interested as well to watch how you do your make-up. It also cools so minimal but gorgeous.
LOVE this video! Very inspiring! I love how you compare eatting sugar and shopping both giving a quick high that makes you crave more. So true! You are so stunning! I usually don't like dark lipsticks, don't think they suit many people, but this lip colours is absolutely beautiful on you! You pull it off perfectly! Please can you let us know the lip colour you're wearing? :) Love your lace top too! New subscriber, def keen to hear more minimalism videos from you :)
For me, it's definitely been the easiest to cut down little by little. I would take clothes out of my closet as I felt comfortable with the fact that I don't actually need them. I sort of did 3 "big" de clutters. Each was a bit harder but I'm feeling great that I can now get rid of a giant dresser that takes up space and looks out of place because I can fit it all in my closet comfortably. As far as makeup, I took out piece by piece and hid them in a box until I was able to use everything in my makeup bag regularly and then felt comfortable getting rid of the box because I knew I didn't need it anymore
Hey Rachel, thank you for this very inspiring video! :) I love your minimalism series, especially because you underline that this is an individual process where everyone has to decide by herself what amount of stuff is okay to have. By the way, I´m watching this at 15:39 in the afternoon with a nice cup of cocoa since it is raining like crazy :( Lots of greetings from Germany :)
hi Rachel! it is now 00:00 in Holland... I just came back from vacation haha! I love your video's and the minimalism series helped me a lot, thankyou :) X
i like to do a shopping of clothes in bulk and get rid of stuff i don't wear more than 4-5x's a year.....so i don't constantly shop for clothes accessories etc. watching this from toronto 11pm est!! thx rachel!
Please share your journey to minimalism and when/how you came across it. thanks for the great video!. I can totally relate to not purchasing something immediately and waiting until you know that u absolutely need to have it as that it will fulfill a certain area in your life.
I finding listing what you really want and then reviewing that when your situation changes means I only buy what I am long term satisfied with. I find the easiest way I accumulate stuff is when I am both bored and frustrated with how I am and living at once.
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having cleaned out the homes of my in-laws and my uncle--all who had long, secure, happy lives, I vowed to never have our daughters go through that process for our things and have been watching your videos to keep going! We filled our home like a family would but both girls have moved on to their next chapter. I was surprised at how much the "stuff" weighed me down even tho it was hard to give up some hobby supplies, my buffet/dinner party/big family dinner things....once donated, I didn't miss them! thank you.
I was Monica from Friends... everything organized on the outside, but behind a closet is junk filled to the brim. Ever since, I watched your videos regarding minimalism, I have purged and de-cluttered so many unnecessary things. And before, I was a spontaneous shopper; but now, I am very thoughtful when buying things -- such as clothes, coffee mugs, or makeup. Becoming a minimalist does really help -- not just with saving money, but relieving stress. Thanks for your inspiration and motivation!
It's noon in northern NY state. I'm still on my decluttering journey. Stuck in paper and establishing routines.
The things I want to do more of is Bible study, spending time w/ my sweetie and making art.
Kathy B.
I'm watching this on my lunch break at work and all I want to do is go home and declutter! I really want to just get rid of most of my wardrobe as I don't love a lot of the items anymore (and I have too much), but I don't have the money to replace everything. Plus, I think personal style grows with you, and should be curated over time. Love the video, as usual
It's 745am Bellingham, Washington, USA. I appreciate how you emphasize that minimalism is different for each person depending on what's important to them (my art is important). Your suggestion of working a small section at a time worked well for me since I got overwhelmed trying to do everything at once.
Hey girl! Watching this at 9pm in London :-) So glad I'm not the only one who always remembers what they wore in the company of others - really not sure how (or why?) I can remember that, but it's a real hindrance on choosing an outfit to wear when you're seeing friends. Less is definitely more, and after culling my wardrobe to about 1/3 of it's size a couple weeks ago, I think I need to do it again! Thanks for the inspiration, I always look forward to your videos - never stop creating x
Hey Rachel, it's 20.53 in Germany :) Love your channel. I discovered your videos while looking for quinoa recipes haha. However all your videos on weight-loss have resonated so strongly with me and your minimalism series has changed my life quite a bit lately, I feel so much more comfortable in my apartment, my bathroom and my kitchen after de-cluttering and getting rid of unnecessary possessions that don't make me happier. So thanks for that and keep up the inspiring work :) Max
(also you look particularly beautiful in this video!)
watching this at 7:41pm! i've been making my way through the entire minimalism playlist as i begin my journey by decluttering for the first time. thanks for the motivation!
Rachel please make a video on your history w minimalism! And how do you decide on and stick to a personal style because what you said about repeating outfits hits so close to home! I'm exactly that way 😩 I've looked into creating a capsule wardrobe where you basically own a couple of things in a similar style/ colour so that everything matches but idk if I can commit to it. Thanks Rachel, you're amazing! 💖
What's really important for me after decluttering is not risking to do the same mistakes as before, so I analyze the decluttered pile, ask myself "why isn't this good for me (anymore) and set some rules to buy less and better in the future. So far it's working! I no longer buy much stuff on line just because it seems cute and cheap and if I DO buy on line, it's for "safe" articles like T-shirts, sneakers, petite jeans... Ciao.
Ever since i discovered minimalism i have this urge to throw out everything in my room :))) i feel suffocated by stuff and because i live with my parents i can only get rid of so much. i feel like I'll be more free from things once move out. i plan on taking only things i love or need. both of my parents have hoarding tendencies, not out of control but they are "collectors" and keep so much unnecessary nicknacks, bits and pieces "just in case" and i have to respect their decisions, it's their house after all. i definitely inherited this behavior but I recently realised that all the stuff weighs me down. i really love your minimalism series, i'm trying to slowly declutter my room when i have time and i feel like they also mentally prepare me for my new home when i move out (next summer *fingers crossed*) ❤❤❤
I think we have a pretty similar approach to minimalism. I'm not aiming to live out of a backpack, I like having my own home with nice things but just less of them and only the things I love and use. Right now it's 2:30pm and I'm sitting making a list of everything in my kitchen so I can decide with Steven which of these things will be getting shipped to Australia with us in 2 months and which things will be getting donated / thrown away when we have to move. Then I just have to repeat this process for every room in our house, lol!
I'm going to keep the term 'Core Items' in mind moving forward with my decluttering journey as that's certainly something that had been floating through my mind. Like why do I lust after buying high heels if I only wear them approx twice a year? Or latch onto the latest liquid lipstick trend when I know that my preference is traditional lipstick? My true aim is having items that truly work for me and not what I felt I needed to buy through just wants rather than quality needs. Thanks for the video - it was great food for thought! X 12:18PM in Lancashire, England :)
I'm watching at 9:00 AM CST. I need to start the day off right! You are a big inspiration for me on my minimalism journey. I actually mentioned you in the video I posted this morning! Thank you for all that you do!
I am watching this at 1.10am whilst cleaning my desk. I randomly searched for 'How to be a minimalist' while trying to find the best way to clean the house (it's pretty messy). I did say that I was going to go to bed at midnight but listening to you has definately inspired me to get rid of 'stuff'. We have too much 'stuff'. And yes, coming home to a clean house is so much more relaxing than a messy one that you have to move things just to put a plate down. I was finding myself using small plates for food as I couldn't be bothered moving stuff around to sit down to eat at my desk. Thank you!!
I would love to see how you style the minimal amount of clothes you have and still manage to look so good in these videos (it doesn't seem like you have few clothes at all and that seems like a magic trick)
6:49 pm. Im so awful at downsizing because I attach sentimental value to everything OR I say to myself, "I'll use this ONE day.." You've really got me determined, however. (:
It's so nice to watch this in the morning with my breakfast. I'm slowly working towards being a morning person and culling my items, and your videos always inspire me for the day. Thank you Rachel!
9:48 PM in The Netherlands! You inspire me so much! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am so easily attached to stuff. It is already a lot better now, but I still have a hard time with things that people gave me. Anyways, your video's rock. I studied photography and videography and I think the way you film is really professional. I think the best filmers are photographers. That's because they have an eye for details, lighting and background.
Girl, you changed my life. Thank you.
Your history with minimalism would be a very welcome video I think. Love your videos in general, particularly your minimalism series. Have you ever watched Break The Twitch? :)
+Allayna Nicole thankyou! And nope I haven't watched it, would you recommend it? :)
The red lip with this hair cut is amazing on you! You look absolutely gorgeous.
It´s 9 pm here in Mexico City. Your videos are very inspiring and, helpful. Thanks for the motivation, Rachel!!
I love watching your videos in the morning with coffee. You set me up well for my day. I'd love to hear your history with minimalism.
A history of minimalism would be fantastic! Love your videos Rachael :)
11:50 PM Western U.S.! I watch all of your new videos while I work my night shift
Your series inspired my new minimalistic lifestyle, so thank you very much for doing all of these videos. I don't have trouble with purging items, but I do have a difficult time NOT purchasing new pieces to replace things. So I'm glad you touched up on this topic. Side note: the time of day I am watching this is at 3PM EST. :)
Also, would love to see your history with minimalism. :)
Watching at 1:40pm PST from BC, Canada.
Rachel it would be great to hear about items (decor, work-related, personal, etc) that you own you feel are more functional/useful to you as a minimalist. In a sense items you've found to be more essential or worth investing in since becoming a minimalist. It may help those of us transitioning to know where to start or things to keep in mind. Also would like to see options sold internationally for those of us not in AUS!
Watching this at 10:30 am from Puerto Rico. Love your videos and you are an inspiration for me to start declutting my room and my lifestyle. Thank You!
I remember things by outfits as well! I mention it sometimes like "last time I saw you in wore this" or "I remember this happened because I was wearing this and you were wearing that" All my friends think I'm nuts! What I found is most people don't remember stuff like that and it doesn't matter!
I'm the exact same. I'm trying to drop this habit slowly as my wardrobe is being gradually culled. My issue is when pictures are taken - because then people DO really realise how often you wear the same thing 😫
It's 11:40 for me at Bangladesh. I have been watching your videos for a long time now and I absolutely love your minimalism. I am a fan of black, white end grey too, and I love that you've added plants with that.
Lots of love,
Sanila
Please do a video on your history with minimalism! I love your channel and the amazing videos you make. It really shows how much work and effort you put into each video. It's visually pleasing to watch and your voice is calming, the hole aesthetic is beautiful! Lots of love from Norway 💙
I always watch your videos in the morning to inspire me for the day! I plan on trying to find inner ways to inspire and keep myself motivated after I finish culling my home.
Hi Rachel! Here it's 4:45 pm in France :-) thank you for your videos. I love to watch them. They are very inspiring. I'm far from a minimalist but I love your style. You're a real artist to me!
12:42 in Warsaw, Poland. (i'm sick) Your channel became my favorite one. I truly admire what you do.
Good tip about starting with what you don't use/like anyway, you won't even miss it. Also, bookmarking online purchases you want to make, to give yourself time to consider.
5/13/2020 day 6 of 60 for my second go-round with you. be well be safe today I cleared off a surface area ... both around it AND under it (all purely clear now).. and better-arranged George's massive collection of hobbies. NOTE: found earthquake saved water gallon plastics in the hobby area and one of them had LEAKED! after all these months I AM SO SO SO GLAD I found this out to save the soaked box items (the items had been wrapped in plastic are OK. the box soaked had to be thrown out. THANKS RACHEL for letting us continue OUR JOURNEY to be better caring for all our objects that might get ruined from spilled water that we didn't know about.
Yes would love to hear your personal journey with minimalism! Also, how do you deal with cleaning to keep all pristine? Do you do zone cleaning? Or any certain routine or schedule? I live in Los Angeles and it's 12:40pm. Your videos and your genuine-ness is extraordinary... I love your videos and your creations! Keep on!!! :)
I'm watching this in the morning while I'm getting ready to go to work. I enjoy listening to motivation videos or podcast while I get ready.
I'm in New York City.
Ⓥ BETAZZ Ⓥ I do exactly the same ^^
Afternoon in Portugal :) you have been a inspiration to me. With your minimalist videos I have culled my belongings. I've done it very carefully and thoughtfully and slowly. And it's interesting because I use to have a lot of stuff and constantly having the urge to buy more things and now I've come to a point were I only buy thing to replace something that's broken or something like that. Thank you for your inspiration Rachel 💕
Just found your channel and I've been binge watching your vids all day! Tonight I went through my closet and pulled out massive amounts of things I haven't worn in a year or more! My wardrobe still isn't where I want it to be but I'm looking forward to building it with more quality pieces...thank you for all your helpful advice and tips!
You are totally amazing and adorable person, so real and beautiful 🤗Im minimalist from few years but I also making mistakes You very motivating n smart I just love watch you n always finding something that giving me kick to do more for myself 😘Thanks alot 🙏
01:30 in the Netherlands. I love kitchen tours (so with the fridge Tour / kitchen organization etc).
It's 15 o'clock in Denmark, got back home from work and tuned in to unwind.
I'd love to hear about where you started with minimalism! I have recently started myself very slowly over the past few years and I feel that I'm ready to take an extra/more conscious step in minimalism. Your channel has been so inspiring.
1:20 am from Malaysia. Thank you so much inspired minimalism series
on Thursday in nyc at 8:53 pm watching TH-cam videos made me feel relax and more out going to start my minimalism journal as soon. Rachel Aust
9:40 PM in San Francisco, California. Thank you for your videos! I always find them to be informative and quite calming.
22:45 pm - from germany
i just found your channel a few days ago and i love to watch your videos !
they have a very good quality :)
Thank you Rachel ❤ Watching from South Africa! I decluttered my shoes last week and it felt really good. This week I'm going to work on the rest of my ward drobe and then the week after with my house. I am a total hoarder but when I throw/give things away it feels really good.
8 pm from Switzerland :) I would really like to see you make a video on your journey from so many clothing items to just a few, and particularly on how you put your outfits together. BTW, yours are the best videos on minimalism i've seen on youtube this far ^_^
Im watching this at 6pm from Sweden 😊 and I would love a video on your minimalism journey! Your videos are great for minimalism inspiration!! 💕
5:51AM in WA, US :) I watch your videos usually as soon as they come out and I see the notification 😂 love you videos and you're such an inspiration for me!
It's 7pm here in New Zealand. I've been watching your videos for so long now. And I have always loved your minimalism videos. Xoxoxo
tHIS IS MY 4TH DAY WITH YOU AND, oh my goodness, what a thoroughly thought-out and lovely video! soooo many of these key items are things I would like to remember... like how long it ACTUALLY takes to establish a different habit and override a past one! so... onwards! SEE YOU IN YOUR NEXT VIDEO TOMORROW! thanks!
I'm approx half way through my entire home, using the KonMari Method. It's fantastic already!!!
I'm watching at 12:30, just after lunch.
I would love to see a video about your minimalism journey! Because life is about so much more than possessions... yet exploring our choices in possessions and our relationship to them are an excellent opportunity for growth and self discovery. But I wanted to share my perspective when you advised to be logical instead of emotional about decluttering. It's certainly not bad advice, but I have many times decluttered in the last 20 years, usually being very logical and almost strict with myself... and it didn't stick. Now that I'm trying this new method, which is very intuitive based, I find I can process the emotions I have about items without being ruled by them. I believe I'm going to be a lot less likely to revert this time around. Just in the last few months since I started, I'm amazed at how my attitude towards stuff has changed. I haven't been struggling with temptation, and it's almost a relief to be able to say NO to almost everything that's available out there. So maybe there's a way to be both logical and emotional for greater success :)
watching @ 10.20pm in London, your videos are a perfect de-stresser (dnnt think that's a word) and always get me motivated to do stuff!
I love your skin tone with your dark hair. You'd probably look great with any hair color though
Hey Rachel, I am watching this at 10:12am haha. I feel so much better once I have culled items, I am the type of person who will cull a specific group of items all in one go, for example, I cull clothes for myself, my husband, and my kids all at once, and I usually do this every 3 months. The thing I have trouble culling is my drawers, which is funny because they are basically full of random things that I never use, but I have trouble throwing it out haha. Thats something I really need to work on.
Anyway this was another great video, would love to see an updated Makeup collection to see what items you love enough to keep, and or keep repurchasing. Have a wonderful week, and can't wait to see your next video :D
watching at 1am from Argentina. i Love your minimalism series.
I'm interesting in the evolution of your style, from me change a lot when i started to eat better including colors!
I must say that once I decluttered, I don't have a problem with buying more stuff or keeping organized. I love this new lifestyle! The only problem is the "goes away" pile, I always put off dealing with it. And yes, I would love to hear about your journey :)
Oh, I would love to know when and how you started and how long it took you to be perfectly happy with the amount (and the quality) of the things you owned! Love your series! xx
One thing I struggle with decluttering and accumulating more things is that I love change! So it makes it really easy for me to declutter or get rid of stuff or rearrange but it's also easy for me to want and get new things. Change makes me happy and I'm in the process of finding a happy medium I guess haha
+Claudia Reed I love change too! That's why I change my makeup, my hairstyle and move my furniture around into different arrangements :)
+Rachel Aust Me tooo love changing my hair :) I just went super silver and shaved an undercut :o love your vids! Made me consider QLD as a possible future home (love Sydney though!)
It's 11:25 am Brisbane :) Just moved here from Italy and I love it!
that video idea would be super inspirational, i would love hearing about your minimalism transition (love this minimalism videos, super helpful)
12pm Michigan, USA. Been watching you over a year now, enjoy your minimalism and meal prep. :)
it's 10.30 pm in Scotland. I have been going through your minimalist playlist (again) the last few days.
I am really loving your videos, they are really useful and it's amazing that you have been active for an year, I hope you happiness and to reach all your goals
Thank you so much for this series! Please do a video on your minimalism journey!
I recently started with a "rule" that I set up for myself, which is that if I purchase any new clothes I have to remove something similar from my wardrobe, for example if I would buy a new skirt, I have to get rid of one skirt that I already own. It's working really well for me and i think it's a good way for me to build up a new and more sustainable wardrobe without making it larger. I have a lot of old clothes that I don't feel comfortable in anymore but I just wear them because I don't really have anything else to put on, a lot of it is worn out and comes from cheap brands, I'm a student so I don't have so much money but now I try to buy things with better quality, just one piece once I while when I find something perfect until I have a wardrobe that I feel comfortable with and that is more wearable.
I'd love to hear about your minimalism journey! I'm about a year in on mine and every few months I feel like I have too much stuff again and start removing items. I'm sure next year will look even more different. :) Watching from Florida, US at 8:30 pm.
10:45AM in south Brazil :)
Loved this video. I always enjoy when you talk about minimalism :)
I'm watching at 5pm and i live in Singapore. Your videos are an inspiration for me and I started my journey of minimalism because of your video and I am never looking back. I would love to know how you started and what methods you used to get to your current state in life. Thanks Rachel
Thank you for the minimalism series. I feel so much better after decluttering.
i love this series, so much valuable insight into why we buy and consume so much stuff.
10:33 pm switzerland. keep up the good work rachel. inspiring and beautiful personality.
Could you do a winter closet tour? Also maybe share your go to staples and how you switch different items around?
10:15 pm in Sydney! I love all your videos especially the minimalism
series, it's helping me a lot. And I would love to hear about your journey
with minimalism. Thank you~ :)
Watching this at 21:18 in Malmö, Sweden! I'd love to hear more about your minimalism journey and how it started
I would love to see a video on minimalism in the kitchen! Focusing on what you feel the need to keep and storage! ❤️
I'm in the uk and watching at 7pm. Yes please to you minimilism conversion! I would love to have a very minimalist apartment but moved in with my husband and it is his property.
I love your videos! I love minimalism but I never knew how to follow it in my life! But with your help I did a huge progress! Thanks a lot! It would be interested as well to watch how you do your make-up. It also cools so minimal but gorgeous.
I love your look in this video! It's 1:50pm from Minneapolis, MN USA on August 2nd!
LOVE this video! Very inspiring! I love how you compare eatting sugar and shopping both giving a quick high that makes you crave more. So true!
You are so stunning! I usually don't like dark lipsticks, don't think they suit many people, but this lip colours is absolutely beautiful on you! You pull it off perfectly! Please can you let us know the lip colour you're wearing? :)
Love your lace top too!
New subscriber, def keen to hear more minimalism videos from you :)
I'm watching in the afternoon while my baby is napping. I love your minimalism videos!
For me, it's definitely been the easiest to cut down little by little. I would take clothes out of my closet as I felt comfortable with the fact that I don't actually need them. I sort of did 3 "big" de clutters. Each was a bit harder but I'm feeling great that I can now get rid of a giant dresser that takes up space and looks out of place because I can fit it all in my closet comfortably.
As far as makeup, I took out piece by piece and hid them in a box until I was able to use everything in my makeup bag regularly and then felt comfortable getting rid of the box because I knew I didn't need it anymore
It's 7 pm in NJ/NY. I have been watching these videos for days as I declutter (on vacation).
Hey Rachel, thank you for this very inspiring video! :) I love your minimalism series, especially because you underline that this is an individual process where everyone has to decide by herself what amount of stuff is okay to have. By the way, I´m watching this at 15:39 in the afternoon with a nice cup of cocoa since it is raining like crazy :( Lots of greetings from Germany :)
+Lea E that sounds so cozy! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊
hi Rachel! it is now 00:00 in Holland... I just came back from vacation haha! I love your video's and the minimalism series helped me a lot, thankyou :) X
your vídeos are so inspiring! I just started my journey towards minimalism and weightloss. your advice has been very helpfull.
Watching at 8:15 pm in FL, USA. Love your videos!!!
I vote yes on the your History of Minimalism video
it's currently 7.42am for me. And thank you so much for posting/making this video! I've recently became a minimalist and this video helped me alot xx
yay congratulations! :)
Wow you just inspired me so much!! Im gonna start right now! PS: Im watching this video at 5pm (Berlin time).
I would love to hear more of your history with minimalism/consumption. There's just something about before and afters that's extra inspiring :)
i like to do a shopping of clothes in bulk and get rid of stuff i don't wear more than 4-5x's a year.....so i don't constantly shop for clothes accessories etc. watching this from toronto 11pm est!! thx rachel!
Please share your journey to minimalism and when/how you came across it. thanks for the great video!. I can totally relate to not purchasing something immediately and waiting until you know that u absolutely need to have it as that it will fulfill a certain area in your life.
I finding listing what you really want and then reviewing that when your situation changes means I only buy what I am long term satisfied with. I find the easiest way I accumulate stuff is when I am both bored and frustrated with how I am and living at once.
9:08 AM NEW YORK CITY ! I get excited when i see your video pop up yay
Yes I want you to talk about your personal minamilsm journey. Thanks for asking. It's a yes from me