What's interesting is that minimalism \ essentialism made me enjoy the shopping process more than impulse\consumeristic shopper I was in the past. How? Well, because I buy so little new stuff, and the process is much slower and well-thought, I really treasure whatever I get much more as it's a mindful and non-everyday experience. It also added to a quality over quantity approach plus a curiosity to discover interesting versions of a product.

I also hate the book slip covers. I gave myself permission to properly dispose of them for the books i knew i was keeping. The actual hard cover of the books with sleeves are actually very beautiful in a simple, minimal way. It almost gives it an antique look and it makes me happy looking at the books without the sleeves.

Books are for sure my number one, and only paper. Beautiful first editions, or signed and antiquarian books.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Those are beautiful :)

I’m Japanese and I’m so happy to know that you love Japanese green tea 😍

@SimpleHappyZen

5 ай бұрын

大好きです 🥰🥰

Hi from Canada 🇨🇦🍁 Have been a subscriber for about a year and in that time it’s become my number one go-to channel. In a world of noise, gimmicks, and hype this channel is an oasis of calm, balanced perspective. Thank you for being here, Vera. PS. Going to order the book now. It’s been on my list for a while.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you Stephanie!! 🤗💕🌱 I really appreciate your kind words and I'm so happy you're enjoying my channel. Also cool about the book! Let me know what you think when you've read it :)

I do love the clean lines and muted colors of your home! I live in a very old farm house and aspire to open spaces up to be brighter and more airy (and less dated and dreary). So you inspire me!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Janet :) An old farm house sounds beautiful too though!

I'm Italian, so when it comes to food I also prefer high quality ingredients. luckily here many families grow vegetables in the garden and we always have fresh ones. cooking something good for someone is a way to show them our love. p.s. I agree with you Vera that healthcare should be free everywhere.

Many years ago I read a book called "The Tightwad Gazette" that was full of ideas and information on living frugally. In the very first chapter, she made it clear that this wasn't about being cheap or miserly. It was about improving your life and if you wanted to spend the money saved by living this way on a fleet of snowmobiles, so be it! Agree 100% with you about spending money on using professionals to do certain things for the peace of mind. Great video with a lot of great points!

@catherinemary2578

7 ай бұрын

I remember those books, I still have all 3 that were published. I remember when the authors were on Phil Donahue when they mentioned that they ‘treat’ themselves and their children to an annual trip to McDonalds, every year on their wedding anniversary!

@flohough1870

7 ай бұрын

@@catherinemary2578 they had a lot of great information for sure!

Yep, I think minimalism is all about intentionality and I also like quality over quantity. Also, as a yoga teacher, I think a quality yoga mat is worth the investment and nicer ones can actually be safer since they tend to be less slippery. I love my lululemon and jade yoga mats.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Yes exactly! Good point :) Also, let me ask you a question. As someone who's never been flexible in terms of muscles and stretching, I've never been able to get my heels to the ground in a downward dog. Also can't really touch my toes without a micro-bend in the knees. After doing yoga for like 6 years, there's no real progress here. (There is progress in other ways, before doing yoga I couldn't even sit up straight in a cross legged position for example, and there's progress in many different other ways as well.) I don't really mind actually, but I was wondering if that's something that can be learned? Or should I just keep not really caring about getting my heels to the ground? :)

@persephone213

7 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen those are great questions, Vera. You might like to know that, after practicing yoga consistently for over a decade, my heels still don’t touch the ground in downward facing dog and that’s ok! Whether or not heels touch in that pose is really more of a structural thing that can vary for different bodies and, while sometimes may be achieved through time and practice, it also sometimes may not happen and that’s totally normal and fine. I would definitely focus more on getting into proper alignment in these types of poses than achieving any specific aesthetic. As for in standing forward folds, my hands used to not touch the ground and I needed to bend my knees and now I don’t anymore but that’s just how it went for my body and I do still bend my knees the first time in a day that I do that pose, just to warm up and make sure I’m giving my back enough space. I hope this answers your questions. Please feel free to ask me any yoga related questions you may have, I’m happy to help! ☮️

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

​@@persephone213🤗❤❤❤❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

@@persephone213 Definitely very helpful 😊 Thanks and I will!!

Hi Vera...I really enjoyed this video. I liked the idea of focusing on the things you do buy as a minimalist, rather than the usual 'things you don't buy'. I am not a minimalist, but I do embrace the idea of being intentional about the things we own. Buying things that we really love and that add value to our lives. I also don't like to be excessive. When I was younger it bothered me that I did not shop a lot and owned a lot of stuff like most women do. This was in part because I simply could not afford it. But now that I am older, and I have just a little more money at my disposal, I still don't own a lot of stuff, and it no longer bothers me. I prefer to spend money on travel, eating out, and social experiences, like a concert or hiking or gas for a roadtrip. Much love to you Vera❤❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love what you shared and couldn't agree more :) Have a wonderful weekend!

I’m with you on pedicures. It is the one self-care expense that I find really worth it. I go once a month in the summer and every other month in the winter. I’ve been known to have an ‘emergency therapeutic pedicure’--it will set the world right when things aren’t going well. I’m currently recovering from ankle surgery and I can’t wait until I’m healed enough to have a pedicure - then I know I made it through a long recovery and it is time to celebrate

@diannamallow5195

7 ай бұрын

I also had ankle surgery June 12th. How are you healing from your surgery?

@evansbowen6897

7 ай бұрын

Ankles are slow to heal. I had a total ankle replacement--yes that is a thing! It is six weeks off my feet. I injured my ankle many years ago and then kept reinjuring it over the last ten years until my ankle was bone on bone. I'm a cautionary tale--please have ankle injuries properly rehabbed so the ankle become strong again and not weakened over time like mine has Everyday I'm very slowly getting better but it is a very long recovery

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it and wishing you all the best with your ankle surgery recovery! Never knew total ankle replacements were a thing... Take good care and enjoy your pedicure when you can go again!

@pizzapartytime1826

7 ай бұрын

I do it once a year. It’s a waste of money.

Walden by Henry David Thoreau has a principal called gross groceries. It explains that if you are frugal in other areas you can afford extravagant things that add quality to your life. I read, cook, play guitar/bass. My personal space is just the things I need to do the activities and I use feung shui to order the items. I prefer to buy fewer but quality items that last longer and are aestheticly pleasing. I do concerts as well.

I am right there with you on food. I try to buy the healthiest food, and am quite willing to pay more for it, now I do not go out of my way to pay more. I will buy wild caught Salmon, organic blueberries... list goes on. However, I think in the end because I am a minimalist in the way I buy them, I probably pay less than the average person on groceries, because I almost never throw anything out. If I buy it, it will be eaten within a couple of days. I think the average American throws out about half their food, and so my spending about 1.5X as much per unit probably puts me slightly ahead. I almost only walk to the grocery store. This forces me to limit the quantity of food I buy, and that ensures that it will get eaten quickly and saves gas. I very seldom eat out, and almost never eat anywhere where I have to throw something away.

I get a monthly massage- I have arthritis in my neck and spine and the massage keeps my joints and muscles flexible and relaxed, thus reducing chronic pain- worth every penny! Books have gotten quite expensive-so during the pandemic, I started getting books from the library. I already own my classic favorites-so if I buy another book, something has to go. 😊

I absolutely agree with all of yours. Comfortable travel( unless it’s an emergency) I no longer do basic economy international travel it’s just TOO uncomfortable traveling 10+ hours in cramped seating. I’ll pay for upgraded seats or the next class up; and like you, I need a good hotel. Life experiences, I have more life behind me, than I have in front me. I’ve been doing operas, plays, and concerts, I chose Beyoncé this year as my big spend, and have ZERO regrets. Hair care, YES! My hair was so badly damaged😩, I started using good hair care products for my specific hair type, and I’m in love with my hair again. My motto now is experiences over things.

Yes! I also reread my books. Most of the time I finish them. There were only a few books in my life, which I had to stop. 😅

Nothing like holding a book 📖 and looking through the pages, Love my books!! I always have done my own Pedicures but recently have changed my mind on that luxury and will start having them, it is just so hard to do them. Thanks Vera 💫

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it! Also yes, I can't do my own pedicures nearly as well as someone who's studied for it and has all the equipment and everything :)

I enjoy being a minimalist. Yes, less is more . I decided to travel and comfortably. I’m truly worth it.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it! :)

I love your channel and your videos. Wama is hemp undergarments and reasonably priced. Organic Basics is another great place for reasonably priced and sustainable underwear. Hope this helps. 😊

I agree with your splurge items! Mine are much the same…. But maybe in a different order now at this point in my life. Especially pedicures and skin/hair care! I also love good bedding, pillows, sheets, duvets. ❤️❤️❤️

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it! I'm also still looking for good bedding, pillows etc. My hope is that I'll get sponsored by a ethical/sustainable company one day :)

I like your list, Vera. It's very thoughtful and is an excellent example of minimalism benefits; the very best rises to the top.

I have an underwear recommendation! Boody. They are an Australian brand that uses all organically grown bamboo viscose and cotton and an ethical supply chain that pays fair wages. Their underwear and clothing are all so soft, so comfortable, and so well made. I’ve tried the high waisted briefs and high waisted boy cut underwear and can confirm that they do not give wedgies, lol my biggest pet peeve. I also have their active shorts and they are my favorite active bottom I own hands down. Soft but all around supportive.

@anotheramy71

7 ай бұрын

Yes, love Boody!

@cyndyomand8429

7 ай бұрын

Echo Verde in Canada 🇨🇦 for underwear and pjs 🥰

Have you read the book sound of a wild snail eating? It’s a lovely, gentle, interesting read.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw that sounds so cute! It's a non-fiction book?

@sl9906

7 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen yes it is.

For undies recommendations, I love Woxer. I get their bras too. Sustainable fabric made from beech trees and so breathable with lots of style options from women’s boxers to more traditional undies.

I only really buy e-books now too, except for a few colouring books (mostly buy pages I can print out myself) and just bought a reverse colouring book to try. I try to buy good quality stuff that isn’t too expensive. Having a capsule wardrobe really helps to focus on what not to buy. We also splurge on travel and accommodation - we drive comfortable electric cars, and stay in hotels/AirBnB that are quiet/clean/good WiFi. I still love to shop, but enjoy researching and buying high quality.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I'm curious, what is a reverse colouring book?

@AliWade1971

7 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen Instead of having line-drawn images to color inside of, a reverse coloring book has pages with pre-filled colors and no lines. This means that you can be as creative as you want with your drawing.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

@@AliWade1971 Oh that sounds interesting!!!

Another great video. Thank you, Veral. I have bought for over 20 years the all cotton line of pajamas from Land's End and the all cotton bras and undies from Jockey. I have not found anything better. I am small framed so I don't use underwire. I hope this helps. I've always been pleased and they last for years.

@diannamallow5195

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting us know what you like. I purchase tops from Lands End and my underwear from Jockey also. Love those 2 brands. I will have to check out the PJ's

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Awesome, thanks for the tips!! I'll check them out :)

My new hobby is reading. I do get my books from the library. We don't mind spending a little extra on eating out for special occasions. Thank you Vera Hugs ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it! Reading is one of the best hobbies I think :)

Hi Vera from southern UK. It's so reassuring to listen to someone who sounds like myself and who I can relate 😅to! Thank you ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw so glad you enjoyed the video! :) Take care and have a lovely day!

Hi from Canada 🇨🇦...you are a joy and pleasure to watch...thx for being you. ❤

Hi Vera, I'm really enjoying your videos. Your channel is named very appropriately for your peaceful nature. You mentioned in this video that you enjoy eating figs. I too eat a plant based diet. I recently learned that figs are not considered to be vegan, due to the way they are pollinated when grown naturally.

Hi, me again! Saturdays are the best thanks to your videos :)

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you!! Have a happy Saturday!

I spend more on organic food at the grocery store and I have a subscription to do online qigong classes that I use and enjoy. Everyone has a slightly different list. I love you videos Vera, thank you.

Great points, thank you!

always enjoy your videos Vera!

Hi from Australia, I still buy art supplies as an artist and photographer. Have a lovely week, Vera.

Nice video Vera. And it helps me to customize my own list of things that i can invest more on. 😊

Thanks, another brilliant chat. Really enjoyed it and useful, sensible info :-)

I have to say that your videos and your voice have such a calming vibe! 😊 lovely video

I actually like the dust jacket cover on hardcover books for 3 reasons: I can use it as a bookmark, it protects the hardcover from stains if you accidentally spill coffee or tea while reading and lastly, I can remove it if I want the title of my book to remain private because the hardcover underneath is blank.

Books is number one on my list as well as a minimalist

Thanks for this cozy video today! I splurge on the same things. I'm purchasing things that are my top choice and I'm enjoying them for life and they tend to last longer. This also helps reduce regret purchases. Ever since you introduced me to Ikkyu, I haven't bought green tea or matcha from anywhere else. Love Miyuki. Also enjoy Ikki. I will try the sencha you mention. My recent splurge is yoga teacher training. I would like to deepen my practice, and perhaps teach.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love what you shared!! Also so happy you're another Ikkyu fan :) I love Ikki too! It's a shiraore right? I also loved using it for cold-brews :) Also, congrats on the yoga teacher training!! So cool!

@ms.schnapp7415

7 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen Yes! Ikki is a shiraore:)

Years ago I knew by Your Title that I would Love Simple Happy Zen. ❤❤❤

Thank you!!! So many great ideas to put into action I appreciate your content!!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Stephanie! :)

I also recommend a high quality yoga mat. I already have been using mine for more than 15 years!!! And it still is in great condition. So it was very cheap purchase in fact 🤩. My other recommendation for a bit of luxury is a massage. I go every 2 weeks and it brings me both pleasure & healthier body. Great video, Vera, as always 👍Thank you ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Wow 15 years, that's great! Love it 🥰🤗

Love your Channel !❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! :)

OMG ! How well the Dutch spend & utilizes money in very effective manner. I feel very fortunate to found your channel it teach me lots of things. 😊

I like your videos! My mother language is Spanish...still learning English every day 😅 Que tengas un feliz fin de semana!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!! Let's keep practicing, you English and me Spanish! 🥰🤗

Hello good morning beautiful video thank you

Thanks for another great video, Vera. I love the idea of getting a regular pedicure-I haven't had one in yonks! I like the dust jackets/covers on books, especially if they're attractive or add something to the book. But I find it easier to read the books with the jackets off. It also saves them from getting torn.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Haha I actually didn't think to just remove the dust jacket when reading, and then put it back when I'm done. I'll do that form now on :) Thanks!

Oh, I'm early! Thank you for all your great videos Vera and wishing you a happy and relaxed Saturday 🙂🥰 Fiona

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Hi Fiona!! Thank you so much, wishing you a wonderful Saturday too! 🤗🌺🍵

HiVera! As always I love your videos! I ordered yana tea. Excited to try it. Hope you have a beautiful weekend! ❤️🤗

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks Lucy, glad you enjoyed the video! So cool that you ordered Yana 🥰🍵 Can't wait to hear what you think, let me know when you get it! :) And if you have any questions about how to make it or something, also let me know :)

Such a beautiful video, thank you so much, Vera, greetings from México :)

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed the video :)

I like to splurge on everyday things like good quality food and skincare and hair products. If I'm buying something I know I'll have for a long time, like furniture, I also buy the best quality I can afford. On another note, I got to see Spirited Away, the Studio Ghibli film and the animation was stunning and I loved the music so much, I've been listening to the soundtrack. :) I'm so glad you shared that on your channel. :) Hope you're enjoying your weekend!

I'm glad you enjoy your new space

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you!! :)

Great vlogs The leaf cover📚 is to protect the book... but I take them off my books I keep.. usually the book inside has a less "visually loud" cover.

Hello dear Vera!) Thanks for the video! I would totally support most of the things that you name in the video, but especially hiring professionals for solving certain problems. I myself have moved into my own apartment this spring, and I had lots of problems to solve: painting walls, assembling some furniture, installing washing machine… And I was soooo happy I decided to address to professionals with the skills and tools to do all this for me😂 It took them perhaps from 2 to 8 hours, and I was just relieved, not having to think about it too much!) Another great point I liked a lot in your approach: that personal comfort, peace of mind, impressions and quality time with the loved ones absolutely are worth spending on. At the end of the day, our feelings, memories and relationships are of the greatest value ❤

Hi Vera.. I really enjoyed your video. Very refreshing

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much, that's great to hear :)

Even before watching I already new green tea will be on your list 😅 Love you Vera! 🤗

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Hahaha you know me well!! 😁

The Manduka yoga mat is awesome! I have the same one, unfortunately for me it's quite slippery so I bought a Jade Yoga one to do the hatha / vinyasa yoga styles. I use the Manduka for restorative and yin and it's an amazing cushion 🤩

@martafjellheim8768

4 ай бұрын

You have to ‘season’ it, I used rock salt and detergent and scrubbed it down as there is a production film on it.

Such a great video always love your content!! Also the brand 'Subset' has a great range of fair-trade organic cotton underwear.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much and thanks for the tip as well! I'll check them out :)

Hi Vera! You inspired me to buy the HSP book and I started reading yesterday. I think my views on life is completely changed already.😂

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

I love it!!! 🤗🤗💕💕 Enjoy the book!

@beachcomber2917

7 ай бұрын

Sorry, new subscriber and really enjoying the channel. What is the "HSP" book? Thanks,

@frockinj

6 ай бұрын

@@beachcomber2917 The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aaron :)

@beachcomber2917

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the information. @@frockinj

Very cool video. I also really enjoyed the "behind the scenes" shots throughout. I often wonder what the real life is like for the content creators I watch, and I always hope you all are doing well. I briefly dabbled in it many years ago and found it very stressful adn difficult, so those that do it and do it well (in my opinion) I am very grateful towards. You bring me positive ideas and joy, and I really appreciate it

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much for your kind words 💕🤗

I would add good quality cooking equipment. You don't need all the gadgets but something like a cast iron pot will be useful for so many things, always look great and last a lifetime. Good knives too make preparing good so much quicker and easier.

Great list :)🙂 🌻🌸

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you!! :) Have a great weekend

Personally, #1 for me is good, comfortable walking shoes. 👟 👟

@Deb.-.

7 ай бұрын

As a person who needs to wear orthotics I agree with you. We get one pair of feet and best to treat them properly.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it!! So important :)

Thank you for the matcha recommendation and the discount! I'm excited to try some new types and quality brands 🎉

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Awesome, you're welcome! :) Let me know how you like them! :)

@allieennis2310

6 ай бұрын

Coming back to say that Ikkyu matcha is incredible! I bought it as a birthday gift for myself and I'm probably going to arrange some money in my budget for this. It's such a beautiful experience from start to finish! ❤Thanks again for the recommendation!

Vera, your vids not only resonate but soothe, Id like to ask if you could share the tech upgrades you made for your laptop. It will be my first purchase of one and your reasoning is the same for me. Any details will be helpful. I checked description.b. but didnt see any. Thank you Lia

Hi Vera! I hope life is treating you well. Thank you so much for this video- so many people view minimalism as self-deprivation and you were able to show us that it can mean living very well. I am with you on hotels- we would rather pay out on one and stay sane and safe than cram ourselves onto late night transport. I also hate those dust jackets on books, yeuch! Have a wonderful week and all best wishes from London! x

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks, we're doing well!! Hope you are too :) Glad you can agree on the hotels and stuff. About the book, I was tempted to get rid of the jacket, but then the cover is just plain yellow, and on the jacket it says all these cool things about the book and about Elaine Aron, so now I want to keep it haha. If I had known it had a dust jacket, I would've picked the paperback though... Haha! Have a great weekend and say 'hi' to London from me!

First ❤ Love this chanel!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! :)

Hi, Vera, love your channel. What camera do you use?

Health is wealth. After having a bit of a recent health scare to me. I have decided that even though it is better I still want to keep my "specialist" appointment even though I dont need it now but, still want to do everything I can to hopefully Never go through it again.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

So sorry to read you had a scary experience like that! Take care and hope everything will settle down for you 🌺🌷

Weer een fijne video! Minimalisme is inderdaad veel meer dan weinig spullen hebben, maar juist datgene hebben/aanschaffen waar je blij van wordt. Leuk om te zien waar je juist wat meer geld aan wilt uitgeven. Ik snap heel goed de keuze voor een hotelovernachting na een concert, zeker omdat het anders zo vermoeiend is, als je nog moet terugreizen. Zelf geef ik graag wat meer uit aan een mooie reis, aan apparatuur van een net wat betere kwaliteit en natuurlijk aan mijn konijntjes. 🤩

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Inderdaad!! :) Apparatuur van betere kwaliteit is inderdaad ook een heel goed punt. Als we ooit een nieuwe blender kopen, heb ik ook besloten om er eentje te kopen van betere kwaliteit, zodat ik niet elke keer hoef te 'hopen' dat ie niet stuk gaat als ik er een bevroren banaan in gooi hahaha.

Ooohhh, the Dutch ramen vegetable soup sounds amazing! Perhaps you can show us how you make it one day🫶🏻

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

It's so yummy!! :) Maybe I'll show it one day :)

Hello! Love your videos, you always keep me motivated to stay minimal, intentional and to take care of myself. Love from Canada 🇨🇦 😘 ❤️ 🍁 I would recommend Maddevintage. They sell pjs and underwear that are vintage/historical based, so I don’t know if the underwear would be ideal for everyday use but the pjs are absolutely beautiful and built to last. Most come in white but there are a few colours also, however u could dye the white too for whatever you want! I have only a few pairs because it is a lil more expensive but the quality makes it worth it in my opinion, and also - less is more!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Oh wow they look very interesting!! :) Thanks for sharing your tip!!

Loving your wavy hair style!

I love tea - I make a ginger and cinnamon one with ground ginger and cinnamon; very refreshing in the morning ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Sounds yummy and also very healthy!!

I love your videos!!! When I saw it I quickly clicked on. I just gave up coffee due to stomach issues and now I am exploring caffeine free teas. Do matcha come in caffeine free? Thank for your boos suggestion, I was able to find it at my local library. Will be reading this tonight. ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Hi Maria! Thank you so much, so happy you enjoyed the video. :) I don't think IKKYU has any teas or matchas that are really 100% cafeine free. Some have more cafeine than others though, and you can click on the teas and see a tasting guide picture (like the little wheel) that shows you how much cafeine they have. But if you want truly 100% cafeine free, then I would recommend going for a rooibos or herbal tea instead. :) Also, enjoy the book!!!!

Thank you so much, Vera! This actually reinforced my practices as well, in fact it was parallel to mine. This year alone my personal networth has been more organized and growing significantly due to this type of lifestyle. I also prefer quality over quantity for a minimalist and intentional life.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

So happy minimalism and intentional living are working well for you too!!

Hi Vera! Love your fresh inspiring videos🥰 Your hair looks lovely. What products have you found work best ?

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!! :) I show my entire hair care routine in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h5-ivNaKe7TIgto.html

Another Canadian here. Love your videos. You might want to have a look at Organic Basics

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Carol! And about organic basics, thanks for the tip! I actually have a few of their things, and I can confirm the quality is very high. They were offline for a while though.. so I don't really know what happened there...

I really like Saint Basics (a Dutch brand!) & Organic Basics (but I guess yoy know that one already) undergarments/basics!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Oh Saint Basics looks great!! I've never heard of it :) Thanks for the tip, I'll check it out!

#3 for sure!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Yes!!! 🤗🍵🌷

I never would've clocked you for a Baby Metal fan; very cool. 🤘

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Haha yes, I love Baby Metal! They were very good live as well :)

Pj and underwear recommended brand ‘Noctu’ though they may be expensive. And of course ‘Organic Basics’. You could try to get a sponsorship with Organic basics so many youtubers have one. Maybe ‘Armed Angels’ or ‘Brook There’

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Oh Noctu's stuff looks so comfortable! Thanks for the tip :) About organic basics, I actually have a few of their things, and I can confirm the quality is very high. They were offline for a while though.. so I don't really know what happened there...

I love your content 😍 Love from India❤

maybe try Muji! Muji is really good with being all natural and high quality! very simple!

If your into sustainable period care, I highly recommend Saalt wear, it's high quality and very comfortable. I use their menstrual cup and period underwear. They give back 2% to donate period care products to people in need and education about them. Using menstrual cups/discs/underwear saves literally thousands of dollars over a lifetime and no waste.

This summer I traveled by planeet. We close not to go to Schiphol (in The Netherlands where I live) because there were a lot of troubles las year for passengers who had to wait lots of hours for their flight and still missen it. For us was Düsseldorf in Germany a lot better although it wouldnt be a direct flight. For hsp Riga and Tallinn are great and affordable. For pyjama's I use shirts from the second hand store or my old shirts. Cheap and eco friendly as well. I so love your house with the colors ❤️ My house is more vintage like. I made it more serene and I am thinking of a new color on one of the walls. I think a soft greyish green would work great.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love what you shared! And we also have a soft greyish green on the walls here now in the office, it's beautiful and very calming :)

@yelenayeli9529

7 ай бұрын

​@@SimpleHappyZensorry for the weird words in the first sentence. Something with autocorrect😂

Ok then. Tomorrow I make soup, I'll try yours! Sounds great. Thanks.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Awesome!! Let me know how you like it :D

Vera, I really enjoyed this video. I'm very interested in the tea. I love green tea. Where did you get the press you used to make the tea?

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks Dianna, glad you enjoyed the video! I just use a simple french press, but instead of using it for coffee, I use it for tea :) Works perfectly!

@diannamallow5195

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Hi Vera. You asked for some underwear and pajama recommendations. I don't wear pajamas but I can't say enough about merlino wool (often called smartwool) for underwear. I love it. It's a little more expensive but it doesn't itch like traditional wool and it's GREAT for travel because it goes for days and days without picking up any sort of smell. It's cool in the summer and warm in the winter. I particularly like the Woolly brand.

@Deb.-.

7 ай бұрын

Wool is not classified as vegan friendly, so that would be a no go.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tip with me! Like Deb mentioned, I'm vegan so I don't use or buy wool. :)

I would love ti hear any recommendations you have for quality underwear and pajamas. Im really enjoying your videos. Thank you!

Hi! I so enjoy your videos :) Would you share what shampoo and conditioner you use? I also have curly hair that tends to be a frizzy mess, but yours look so good all the time! Thanks!

@SimpleHappyZen

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! :) I show everything I use and do for my hair in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h5-ivNaKe7TIgto.html

A personal library is a great use of space.

Was that Babymetal!? 😱 Lucky youuuuuu! 🤩

Good for you for getting a partner with a company you love!

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you! Honestly, sponsorships like these are a dream come true :)

Hi from Israel 🇮🇱 ❤ Praying for all 🙏 I loved your list & agree with you & your choices ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Sharon! 🤗

@Sign_in24

7 ай бұрын

May the Lord always protect you .

@sharonshmuel3386

7 ай бұрын

@@Sign_in24 so kind thanks 🙏

big splurge for my cats (they are necessary) books (the library does not have the books I read) Bucket list going to Walt Disney World next year, direct flight, food i get organic, love figs, skin care, home furnishings, hair care,

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Love it!! Have so much fun in Disney World!!!

@annlavine3576

7 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen looking forward to disney

Books & experiences are high on my list too. Have you seen Lucy & Yak pjs? They're ethical made 💚

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

Oh awesome, thanks! I'll check them out :)

Lose the book cover. It’s one thing my Sci Fi book club does. I use a Kindle and the Library , so I am rarely bothered about book covers. I am also interested in trying some of that icky tea 😊.

@SimpleHappyZen

7 ай бұрын

I've considered losing the cover, but the book itself is just plain yellow, and it says all these cool things on the cover! If I had known it had a cover, I would've gotten the paperback version I think. Anyway, feel free to try the tea and let me know what you think!