Well, I just saw a Stanley Quencher in the stores, so I guess we do have them here 😅😅 Also, I've made the video about botox and fillers since uploading this. You can find it here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/q56twbSzcZWdqcY.html

@starfire8261

Ай бұрын

I've gone on juice cleanses and herbal cleanses made by top herbalist, Dr. Schultze and I will say that both improved my health a LOT and also did for other people I directly know. I feel you said these don't work and to skip them and see your doctor because you don't actually know that they can work if they are really good quality ones (pertaining to herbal products purchased or a good juicer that does not mess up the juice) and for incurable health issues, the last place to get real help is your doctor. I appreciate youtubers when they help, but it can be quite harmful when you have no idea what you are talking about but you think you do and speak as an authority on it. You could really harm someone by doing that.

one thing we all don't need to live happy is social media, I deleted my account and I fee lighter, free and happier.

@windyacresway

2 ай бұрын

KZread is social media.

@Julie-hf4ch

2 ай бұрын

@@windyacresway respectfully disagree, watching videos, music or movies, doesn't involve personal life exposures or allows external intrusions

@kavogaming5352

2 ай бұрын

I would say it definitely allows external intrusions. But it depends on the content you consume! ​@@Julie-hf4ch

@artisticanimedreamerchohui1029

28 күн бұрын

As hard as this sounds ive done this b4 nd when i tell u felt like a whole weight lifted off of me

@windyacresway

28 күн бұрын

@@Julie-hf4ch KZread has social media rules but you think it's not social media.

I’ve been married for over 20 years to a man that wants to have every new gadget. He is an IT professional so I guess that’s part of the occupation. I consider myself more like Vera, a minimalist. Whilst some of the gadgets we have in our home can be convenient, I think it is terribly unnecessary. How lazy have we gotten that we can’t get up and turn off a light switch? My husband also has a smart watch so he is always looking at that if he’s not looking at his phone. All of these things distract us from a quality life in my opinion.

@preethimn3

2 ай бұрын

I'm a IT professional n my husband too. But I will say we can still live like Vera and I do my best. But my husband is like yours too. I feel overwhelmed with new uncessary gadgets. He always says that I will miss out if I'm in this mentality. But the thing I feel opposite. Whenever I feel low, a small work table cleanup will improve my mood. I will get irritated looking at my husband's table chaos. But he enjoys when I clean n organise his table n remove uncessary ones out of his sight. God knows when he will realise.

@me4011

2 ай бұрын

​@@preethimn3right, happiness is achievable with what you have and gratitude, not everything that's out there that we could be missing out on that list could be endless

@hanibee22

2 ай бұрын

@@preethimn3drop the cleaning on his table and leave it to chaos sometimes. Just turned a blind eyes or maybe even better if he has his own room😂 If you can, but if you can’t that’s okay just keep cleaning

@pamelapeterson2987

2 ай бұрын

I also have such a man....but I'm really happy to have him around when my computer goes on the fritz because I am not good with tech at all, so I put up with his little gadget obsession..

@lindziep6319

2 ай бұрын

I agree im also in IT but i think most of these gadgets just makes people lazy that even breaking up is send through txt or sms msgs 😅 then people whines about being fat or with lots of achings in their bodies when they only need is to move coz they depends more on gadgets even in our house before if your calling everybody to eat you must call them personally now they call or msg u by phone 😥 so our social skills is also getting low

I do have a bath mat. Its advantage over a towel is that it doesn't slip on the bathroom floor. So, for me at least, it feels a lot safer.

@marielle2066

2 ай бұрын

I agree. When not in use, our memory foam bath mat is hung on a rod to air dry. It’s only on the floor when someone is taking a shower.

@BixieASMR

2 ай бұрын

I have one bath mat and I use a towel when it's in the wash, that way I don't need two bath mats

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Yes, makes sense 😊

@leanna4170

2 ай бұрын

Yes! The bath mat is for safety!

@donnaw1835

2 ай бұрын

I love my fluffy bath mats. I need them for safety (they have nonslip backing) and they keep my tootsies warm and cozy.

I stopped buying woman’s magazines because the message is “you aren’t good enough” “you need to change” “you need to buy this”. Would love to hear your thoughts on aging.

@CarolineOceanaRyan999

2 ай бұрын

Amen to that! That's the whole point of women's magazines -- to get you to feel bad about yourself, so you'll buy the products advertised there. I avoid them completely now, and have done for years.

@manonvorstenbosch3445

2 ай бұрын

Not in the Netherlands... Here its just very important to give woman a good feeling about herself!

@pippas5808

2 ай бұрын

Same with many KZread videos - I refuse to watch anything that is titled negatively, e.g. "Ten fashion mistakes you are making" or "5 clothing styles that are making you look frumpy".

@barbarastevenson6900

2 ай бұрын

​@@manonvorstenbosch3445And keep your boosters in to date? 🙈

@daniellescrochet

2 ай бұрын

I remember pointing out to my husband in the stores how toxic women's magazines are. On every cover is a story of how this person lost weight fast and a recipe for the best dessert ever. They know what they are doing.

I like the idea of treating stores like a museum

As a dietitian, I really appreciate you talking about detoxes. They're not only completely useless but also can be quite harmful. Not to mention expensive as heck.

@Deb.-.

2 ай бұрын

When I worked in a pharmacy and women would come in looking for this or that type of detox, another girl and I would often say, don't waste your money, drinking water is just as good as a detox.

@flowergirl7260

2 ай бұрын

lemon water. Sometimes people need very specific cleanses for specific health purposes. @@Deb.-.

@cinnamonroll2541

2 ай бұрын

​@@Deb.-.exactly ❤️

@cinnamonroll2541

2 ай бұрын

​@@flowergirl7260noone needs *any* type of cleanse. Your liver, kidneys, gut and skin are doing all the detox work for you. If they don't work properly, I'd suggest solving the root cause instead of looking for scam cleanses.

@sarahsnowe

2 ай бұрын

I had a student who nearly fainted in my class and then told me she'd been doing a "maple syrup detox" for the previous three days: maple syrup and water. Seriously. I gave her half my lunch and told her to go home and eat something healthy.

I have an alternate rational for a smart watch. I am elderly and live alone. My smart watch actually serves multiple purposes: it can detect when I fall and will contact help, it can function as a phone so I always can reach a phone, it has a simple ECG function in situations where I am concerned about my physical state and of course, it is a watch. It isn’t perfect but does replace multiple devices and is always handy.

@CarrynMcLean

10 сағат бұрын

Definitely agree with your comments.

At age 36, I decided to not spend any time, money or energy on my appearance that stresses me out, makes me tired, or I only do out of SHAME. For example, shaving or waxing my legs and arm pits. I only do it when I feel like it, for a summer wedding party for example, but not to just go outside. I was super scared at first, but people care less than I thought. I don't dye my grey hairs either. I don't care and don't want to spend my precious energy on it! I really feel that I am the sane one, even though society makes women that don't adhere to this crazy standard look like lunatics.

@sharonp4446

2 ай бұрын

I would love Not to shave my legs everyday. My hair is extremely coarse and straight; I’m unable to sleep bc when I move my legs the scratching wakes me

@RaeC5280

2 ай бұрын

Yes! Not shaving my legs the last several years has been liberating in terms of time, money, and no longer dealing with painful razor burn

@PriyankaYadav-lt5ml

2 ай бұрын

Even I don't waste my precious time on all these

@liseb2667

2 ай бұрын

@@sharonp4446 Me too! However, I've noticed that when it's fully grown out it does get softer and less bothersome. I'm not sure if I could completely get used to it from a skin comfort perspective though.

@monaami555

Ай бұрын

I decided this at age 14. I am thinking to switch though, at the age of 38 :D it's also scary, years of habit are not easy to break :D

It's nice to see someone else who doesn't do TikTok. I also don't do Instagram. :)

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

I don't do Instagram either :)

@possiblyarealcat

2 ай бұрын

Same guys! KZread is enough for me.

I actually love purses (not high end) but I listed a bunch on eBay, and… nothing. No interest. I’ve concluded that most things we buy, five seconds after we pay full price, its new worth is ZERO.

@marylynn259

2 ай бұрын

True story. I tried selling my clothes and although it had some results, I couldn't sell it all.

@raquelkutsch5600

Ай бұрын

Better to donate

@susanruan3663

Ай бұрын

I sold a bit to consignment stores, but they're very selective on what they'll take off your hands. So I donate most of the time, or I'll bring it to my workplace and put a "free" sign on top and it'll be gone by the end of the day.

@almacolic

Ай бұрын

True 😢

@denverdubois5835

23 күн бұрын

@@marylynn259 Number one and two things that help clothing sell: take really GOOD pictures against a simple, light background, and put measurements. A bunch of description is unnecessary but measurements are key. I will say that many years ago when I first did EBay, most everything would sell, especially when I was doing auctions (which are kind of addictive, much more than buy-it-nows) and especially after I had been doing it a while and had a good number of followers. But in recent years, this isn't so easy to do. I honestly don't know why. Maybe Ebay was more of a novelty back then. It's certainly still very busy, though.

When I traveled, I bought a pair of pierced earrings as a souvenir + now that I don’t travel, and I wear a particular pair, I remember exactly where I was when I bought the earrings. In addition, such a small souvenir does not take up any room in your luggage.

@castlealcazar3013

16 күн бұрын

Brilliant! ❤

After listening to your list, I just realized that I’m a minimalist!! who knew!?!😂

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Hahaha 😁🤗

@noemibonfiglio5145

2 ай бұрын

Me too! 😂

@vritarita6871

2 ай бұрын

me too!

@motherof1132

2 ай бұрын

I’m a minimalist. However, my family isn’t

@lormor460

Ай бұрын

Me, too!

I have family members that buy me clutter every birthday and Christmas. Little ornaments and mementos that I really don’t want but have to display them to show appreciation. I’ve decided through watching your channel to ditch the lot, I hate all of it and only put up with it so I don’t offend. I like minimalism and space, clutter makes me feel suffocated and depressed. I shall box it all up and say I’m ready for a change and I’ve put it all in a safe place…probably my spare room. I love your channel and it really grounds me as to what is important in life.

@abigailjackson2843

Ай бұрын

I love this! There's a lot of emotional pressure to accept the gift as if you were accepting the person - my mother in law is always getting me cheap little things to show she was thinking about me. I've found that it works well to make a big deal about how thoughtful she is and how much I appreciate her thinking of me in the moment, get rid of the thing immediately (not in front of her though), and then IF she ever asks about it again, answer truthfully that it wasn't what I needed/too small/etc - so she can start to learn what I really do like or don't like. She's already gotten better about realizing when she wants to get me something that SHE would like and can recognize that I wouldn't actually like/use it 😅😅

@ABab-jf2jb

22 күн бұрын

​@abigailjackson2843 my mother in law gave us old lamps, used kitchen towels (with rancid odors), old pillow case (with head smell) other stuff when we moved into our first apartment. I cried for a few days worrying offending her as I wouldn't be using them. 😢

@yorkshirehousewife784

5 сағат бұрын

@@evaharvey1094I have to disagree! Firstly: Her MIL may not have the financial resources to provide the new things she needs. Secondly: Starting out a new home is expensive. Not everyone can afford everything straight away and therefore having things that can be used until you can afford to purchase the new ones you desire is helpful. Anything fabric can be washed. And if done so correctly then they won’t smell. (Wash towels above 60 degrees) depending on the fabric and colours. Most bedding can be washed upto 90% if it’s good quality cotton/ Egyptian cotton/ linen. 60 for old polyester I’d recommend an enzymes washing powder, with sodium Per-carbonate (oxy bleach) for whites. Finally: Giving people old things to help them on their way is a tradition often born out of necessity. In fact I dare say that the MIL was in the exact same position when she started her new life away from home. If the young lady “Cried” at being given old things from her MIL’s home then I’m pretty sure Dollar store wouldn’t cut the mustard either. Remember the MIL probably acted in good faith and thought she was being helpful. Her Son had probably used these items and not thought anything about doing so.

@yorkshirehousewife784

4 сағат бұрын

Just have a quiet word and explain that you’re grateful for her thoughts but would appreciate it more if you got to spend time with her and had a cuppa and a pastry 🥐/ treat/ baked good/ saved her money etc.. instead. I think it can be hard at first to have that conversation but we often blow these conversations out of proportion in our own minds. Personally I think they’re just trying to show you their love in the only way they know how and you need to point out how you would prefer to have that relationship. Start the conversation with.. “I hope you won’t be offended by what I’m about to ask but.. they won’t be offended at you for communicating that need. And you could probably start that conversation by popping over to theirs with a homemade/ bought treat. Maybe offer to take it in turns?

Cleaners! Oh my, there are people with cabinets full of different cleaners. I use a spray with vinegar, water and a few drops of dish liquid. I have peroxide on hand that I soak our toothbrushes in once a week, I have rubbing alcohol on hand to remove things like permanent marker, I have an oxygen powder that goes in my mop bucket and i use for cleaning the bath tub or as a boost to my laundry detergent. That's all I ever need.

Thought, if you really want a "coffee table book" there's probably one (or 10) second hand at your local thrift shop. Or better yet see if your local library has any large art books available for checkout. If they do you can get a new one every few weeks and actually enjoy them. Final idea, buy an old atlas. Then you can at least add your own updates and notes as the world changes.

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Ah interesting points! 🤗

@user-tm9cb7jx3z

2 ай бұрын

Yes, that was my first thought, too. Get it from the library and then you (must) switch to another one after four weeks anyway - for free!

@VivaLaVittoria

2 ай бұрын

Exactly! My family and I get them at the library. We actually enjoy them really thoroughly for the 3 weeks our library gives us with them and then we return them and can find another! We don't have one at all times, but we do more often than not. Our library also loans audiobooks which is amazing

@Ohdakkeinen

2 ай бұрын

I don’t get coffee table books. My coffee table is too small to house one, but even if I did have the space - why? What if I knock over a drinking glass and the book gets damaged? Besides, my guests probably couldn’t care less even though most of them like reading. Most often people who really love books are more interested in seeing your bookshelf than a small pile of books blending to a table top (colour-wise). ”:D

@sircharlesmormont9300

2 ай бұрын

Librarian approved.

Fun fact: Yes, an air fryer is just an oven with a fan, but most ovens in USA don't have fans. I know that's different in some countries in Europe. The fan is what makes air fryers so popular in the USA, because it cooks food differently. 💖🌞🌵😷

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Ah so that's the difference! 😁

@smontone

2 ай бұрын

An oven also heats up a house while an air fryer does not. When it’s almost 100 degrees outside and you are trying to save money on air conditioning an air fryer is helpful.

@gwenj5419

2 ай бұрын

The main plus is not taking the time and energy to heat the large oven. Also in the summer, not wanting to heat up the house.

@suzisaintjames

2 ай бұрын

Also, clean up... Even oven frying makes oil splashes. Because air frying takes place in a closed environment, all the oil splashes are contained inside the unit, making clean up so easy because all you have to clean is the basket. 💖🌞🌵😷

@sagebay2803

2 ай бұрын

I LOVE my airfryer!

I’ve had the same water bottle for years. Does the job! I never go for trendy clothes, decor, etc. I like timeless things.

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

If it does the job, then I'd say it's perfect! 😁💕

@pinkroses135

2 ай бұрын

Once I lock into my style or preference I generally don't want to change it

@suzettecastellanos1904

2 ай бұрын

I still have my pink Yeti and still love it. 🩷

Pillow spray; great for helping anxious people relax at nighttime for bed if they find certain smells helpful in relaxing, like me. I make my own though, it's a few drops of lavender, neroli, ylang ylang and jasmine essential oil, a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to emulsify the oil, and the rest is distilled water. I spray on my pillow before I go to wash my face and brush my teeth and when I come back it's dry enough to sleep on and nicely scented. I've started associating the smell with time to sleep and I drift off faster.

@Spoiled_horsegirl

2 ай бұрын

That's awesome that work's for you. 😊💜

@monaami555

Ай бұрын

wow what an idea!

@leeceefreeman8741

Ай бұрын

Would you please post the measurements? 🫶 I'd love to make my own

@TheStitchinWitch

Ай бұрын

@@leeceefreeman8741 I dont remember exactly how many drops of each I used... I played around with the ratio of each essential oil until I was happy. Then a splash of alcohol, about 15ml, and top up with distilled water.

@leeceefreeman8741

Ай бұрын

@@TheStitchinWitch thank you so much! I'm going to try a batch.

I love my air fryer. I think it’s one of those things you don’t know until you have one. Cooks fast and doesn’t heat up the kitchen

@ssppankey1

2 ай бұрын

Can’t live without my airfryer

@AnrupB

2 ай бұрын

Also awesome for one person or single servings plus less electricity used.

@BeautifulGrass

2 ай бұрын

I don't understand all the hate for the air fryer. We use ours at least 5x a week, especially for reheating leftover fried food (fried chicken, pork chops, chicken wings, lumpiang shanghai, toasting round bread, rolls etc). I've also cooked an entire roast chicken in it. And even chicken satay skewers, souvlaki, etc... Baked fish. All without having to heat up an entire oven or dirty the stove with splatters or heat up a charcoal grill outside. Cleanup is easy. You can wash the entire basket. Fancy a small serving of fries for 1-2 people? No problem! Just cook some frozen fries straight from the freezer. Shake shake. Crispy hot fries in about 10 mins or so. You can cook in less time using less energy, easy cleanup. I don't know what they're complaining about.

@abigailjackson2843

Ай бұрын

I like the air fryer because I only need to cook one or two portions at a time and it doesn't take up as much energy as a full-sized oven. So I think having an air fryer fits in the "not wasting resources" category for me 😅

@tinavidales4510

8 сағат бұрын

Also great for us/those that do not have an oven or doesn’t work, like mine.

1) Beauty products - I used to spend a fortune on moisturisers and cleansers for 'sensitive' skin and still had a lot of trouble. During Covid lockdown, I couldn't get the products I usually used, so used nothing as I didn't want to risk trying something new. After a few days of sore, tight skin, I suddenly realised that my skin felt better than ever before - I've used nothing but soap and water on my face since, yet my skin looks far better than it did when I was using all these expensive moisturisers! 2) Coffee table books - I love photography and art, so I do use these. I have half a dozen that I rotate - one is a souvenir from my trip to NZ and the others are from second-hand shops - so I never get bored and visitors always have something to look at too. 3) Reusable bags - I use surplus bags to fill with decluttered items to donate to charity shops!

@sarahsnowe

2 ай бұрын

I use soap and water and then I melt a little cocoa butter and slather it on my face and hands. It feels wonderful, it's cheap, and I smell like chocolate for an hour or so. :--)

The AppleWatch has a fall detector. This is a heck of a lot more minimalist and freeing than a Lifeline box in the home, which requires a landline, has a substantial rental fee, needs countertop space, and only functions within the confines of a small space. The watch doesn't require any of those expenses or cluttter. It doesn’t even require cell subscription, but uses service from your cell phone. You can go anywhere your phone is, and it will call emergency services automatically if you fall over. This gives you outdoor freedoms in safety. At a fixed price (the cost of the watch). With a tiny footprint, i.e. a space on your wrist. The Watch is about as minimalist per benefit as you can go, and it’s a life saving device.

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

I suppose quite a number of things can be viewed differently for those getting older, needing more safety, more support when range of reach gets limited. But then, leg hairs (may) get way fewer, good health is worth way more than wrinkle-free skin or a hugely artificially augmented bust. Different seasons, different needs.

@swanthequeen2144

2 ай бұрын

We got an Apple Watch for my grandma because of this. This feature is actually awesome. I read that also saved the life of a runner who had a stroke.

@tammywilliams2035

2 ай бұрын

I think with most things she mentioned - she started off with indicating to only keep / buy “what YOU need”. Each persons’ needs and reasons for having certain items is different. I feel safer with a bath mat, safer knowing my husband has a bath mat. Love how my watch motivates me to keep moving and able to set goals so it tracks my movements - definately cheaper than a gym or gym equipment :).

@stephanie7572

Ай бұрын

I didn't want a fall detector I wanted something with a red alert button to press. Got a bracelet/watchband (you can also get it on a necklace) from Best Buy with the button, you press it and an operator asks if you need help; if no response they alert your contact person and I think send help too.

I truly appreciate smart devices and smart leak sensors. A few weeks ago, someone opened our mailbox at night after 9 pm and I was alerted and I had a short video so that I could see who it was. The leak sensors were installed after we had water in our basement on a few occasions.

@Noreenlee1

2 ай бұрын

Our leak sensor behind the washer has helped us avoid having to replace our flooring again!

I mostly agree with you. But there was one comment (about smart watches) that rubbed me the wrong way. I grew up in the 70s. There were many things we didn't have then and we obviously grew up. So did people in the 1800s. Well, at least some of them, given the child mortality back then. The point is, just because something wasn't available or part of our childhood it doesn't mean it's useless. To get back to the smart watch: mine has a fall detection, so when I fall (which is quite often, because I am not always using my wheelchair at home although I should) and don't react within a certain time my husband and my children get an SMS to let them know. My great grandma died because she fell and wasn't discovered until 4 days later. She literally died of dehydration. No mobile phones back then either (I was 15 yo at the time). I hear you when you say it doesn't apply to all cases and if we like the things we should use them, but it was the comment about "we didn't have it and were fine" that I wanted to question.

@Noreenlee1

2 ай бұрын

Mine watch tells me all kinds of things including when there is water behind the washer! I find it invaluable for SO many things!

@mimi1o8

2 ай бұрын

I did fall and broke my femur 2 years ago, luckily enough all my family was home because it was Sunday evening. I probably need and smart watch, just in case 😅

@kotykivna

2 ай бұрын

The point is that those watches are useless for most people. It's just another trash you spend money on because of ads. You already have a phone - to buy a watch is just stupid

@tiny.kawaii

2 ай бұрын

@@kotykivna did you even read my comment? The point is not if a smartwatch is useful or not (this is highly individual, for disabled people like me it's very useful), I just commented in regards to "we didn't have it growing up, therefore you don't need it" (paraphrasing), this statement I challenged in my comment.

@Karincl7

4 күн бұрын

​@@kotykivnanot everyone is glued to that thing

Love the video! :) You're right about shopping on Temu etc.If a price seems too good to be true, it often means that someone else paid for it, either with their freedom or at the expense of nature

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

Temu is selling at prices BELOW production costs. Longterm this is not even sustainable for them. Also, they get favorable rates using our postal system and our local low-paid parcel carriers for free. For crap that is a lookalike with chemical smell, potentially full of toxins, that will break way faster than better products.

@PeachyKins

11 күн бұрын

Temu -- is disturbing to be reminded our current timeline coexists with such an atrocity.

This was really helpful! I stopped buying a lot of processed foods and started making my own, like bread, granola bars, etc. It is an extra time commitment, but so worth it in quality and taste!

I'm going to be the bath mat evangelist here - in my country (UK) a lot of bathrooms don't really have optimal floor treatments, they're not like these euro bathrooms with allover tiling and floor drains. So you typically shake off as much water as you can, then step onto the bath mat to towel off. It only absorbs a few drops of water and should never get sodden or smelly, if it's used as intended. They also have the advantage of being non-slip, protect the floor in well-walked areas, and just feel nice under your toes. Yes, you *could* repurpose a used towel, but... I could also make like Diogenes and drink out of my cupped hands, but I think I'll carry on using a glass... Bath mat obsession aside, great video, always enjoy your takes on simple living. We all need a bit of deinfluencing now and again.

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Makes total sense! 😊 Also, glad you enjoyed the video!

@BeautifulGrass

2 ай бұрын

In Asia, we have a squeegee mop thingy to wipe the wet bathroom floor with. I used to have bath mats "just because" I thought it was the proper thing to have in a "proper" bathroom. I just ended up hating it - extra thing to wash and I don't particularly like the thought of my clean feet stepping on a bath mat that hasn't been washed in a week. I wear clean rubber flip-flops in the shower so a bath mat was redundant. I just do a quick mop of the bathroom floor after, takes like 30 seconds. Bath mats have been repurposed as cat mats 😄 they love sleeping on the plushy things.

@BeautifulGrass

2 ай бұрын

As for why I'm using rubber flip flops when showering. When I was traveling and staying at diff hotels, there was this rumor going around that people were getting fungus and worms or some other virus infection from going barefoot on unsanitized bathroom floors. I was staying at budget hotels, but even the cleanliness of 5 star hotels can be sketchy. I doubt they are fully cleaning and sanitizing the bathtub/ shower floor the way they should. Since then I've never been able to shower barefoot lol, even when I know my own shower is clean. The flip flops are also anti-slip, especially when feet are soapy.

@CreoleSpirit1800

2 ай бұрын

I loved this video and agreed with everything on your list --even though there were several things that I do buy knowing it’s not practical 🫣, but I love them. I always appreciate your insights. Thanks Vera!💕

@eckehareckbert2731

2 ай бұрын

same here, we have limited bath mats and even mats inside the shower but it gets moldy so I threw it. However just last week my husband slides and tumbles inside shower as it became slippery and thank God he did not bump his head to floor or shower closure/door or taps. So I bought again the mat for shower but making sure it is good quality that is moldy resistant. My old parents has a lot of non slippery mats. Just saying. The video is great and her disclosure, it really depends on someone's needs and preference

I love what you said about not needing “merch from your favorite things” - it’s so freeing to phrase it as you have. I don’t need to prove to anyone that I am a fan of something, and certainly not through buying more stuff.

Funny how there is us “paper planner people” still! When it’s hot out, my air fryer is a must. I’m super heat sensitive! So im so glad to have it in that season! I got it as a house warming gift so double plus!! It’s out of hand how many reusable shopping bags we have all accumulated!

@Lisa-vb3gn

2 ай бұрын

Paper planners are better for your brain. We remember things better when we write it down.

@treluvstrees999

2 ай бұрын

I must agree. I keep a small paper planner and it minimizes looking into the phone so much and getting distracted. My planner is very pretty and can fit in my purse.

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

The paper planner also works at all times though I have to admit, at night you need some light to use it. But I can share it with my mother who can't see things on my phone screen. And in case the internet is down, I'd still be happy to have plans, instruction manuals etc at hand. Usually only keep the one in my language - going through several hundred pages of PDF on my phone screen to figure out vacuum cleaner instructions of a model possibly but not necessarily included is hard work on the eyes. On the other hand, going for non-electronic household helps may reduce manuals, too.

@katharinawichmann8284

2 ай бұрын

I love paper planners for the feeling and reliability. Phone or tech in general can break or shut down at any times with all your data and memories lost.

I've always used a towel as a bath mat until recently. I separated from my husband and moved into my own place. I bought a bath mat and it's so nice lol. It doesn't get very soggy at all, and it's very cushy on my feet and doesn't move around like the towel did, and i can still machine wash it. Good $9 investment lol. The rest of the video is spot on though... well except the pizza cutter! 😂

@Summer_and_Rain

2 ай бұрын

I also enjoy my bath mat. I mostly hear that the people that don't like bath mats are people that live or have lived with men. Apparently there is a lot of men that are unwilling to sit while peeing and it makes the bath mat into a pee catcher... men just sit.

@DUCKYRICHY

2 ай бұрын

​@@Summer_and_Rainmakes a lot of sense.... My husband likes the bath mat....He is a very clean man. I use a used towel in my bathroom.

@DUCKYRICHY

2 ай бұрын

I too ain't going to throw out my pizza cutter. I use it for cutting up dough also

@kimgordon3695

2 ай бұрын

😂 i luv You

@sharonp4446

2 ай бұрын

My bath rug soaks the water then dries; it’s a fairly new technology rug A bath mat is usually a rubber piece that goes inside bathtub or shower for slippage

I started exploring and practicing minimalism years ago, even before I heard the term, because we moved around a lot and I got tired of lugging things from place to place. I went to a pretty extreme degree and even got my husband to see the benefits over time. Over time I've developed a balance between having less and having tools that make more financial and lifestyle sense. Usability is also a strong consideration. We live in a very small house and have learned to do things like use 4-cube bookshelves with storage bins as end tables because we have no other storage for hats and gloves, pet supplies, etc. I use an air fryer and rice cooker because the electricity they use is much cheaper than the propane for our oven and they save me time instead of having to babysit a pot of oatmeal or rice on the stove. I use a paper common planner to track info for my work and project times because it makes me slow down and be more intentional. I discovered when I was an editor that I didn't absorb digital info as well as when using paper materials. (Studies show this absorption issue is true for a lot of people but they don't realize it.). But I only use one planner/notebook for everything and since I maintain very few subscriptions and don't pay for apps I feel I can afford the occasional notebook. Allergies and various job situations meant we stopped spending on chemicals like personal products, most household cleaners, candles, etc a long time ago. We work from home and have very minimal clothing needs, or much interest in them. I always hated trends and labels anyway. We keep Netflix and Prime for TV and I'm looking into cancelling Prime because of the rising costs and extra charges. The only other subscription service we have is extra cloud storage to make sure our work has two sources for backup. I see minimalism as something that has led to mindfulness and better financial wellbeing, something that is an interesting challenge with lots of deeper rewards. As more people get a clue and stop spending on excess junk it will be interesting to see how our economy shifts and the other lifestyle changes it could bring.

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

Great number of valuable inspiring points from an experience angle!

I agree with almost all of the items on your list, especially botox and fillers. I've overheard 17, 18, 19 year olds getting it. I say we embrace our true selves as it tells our life story... whether we have frown lines, laugh lines, scars, thin lips, etc. It's a priviledge to grow old. Not everyone is lucky enough to *get* to grow old.

❤ Thank you Vera for sharing these ideas. I resonate with lots of them, but especially with not needing coffee table books. When I became a dual citizen - American and now also Australian - I was given a beautiful "coffee table book" about the area we now live in. I read through it and enjoyed learning about the history of Phillip Island, but I was then able to give it away to a single mum who had told me that she had been admiring the book but couldn't afford it. Later, when I gave it to her, she cried tears of joy. 😂 It was such a lovely thing to be able to bless her with... and I won't have to move it around in order to dust. 😊

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Aw that's so nice 😊❤

@chrispasson1940

Ай бұрын

how did you decide to live on my island?

Coffee table books is one I do but they go on a shelf for decorating inspiration and something to look at when anxious. There's something soothing about picture books lol. They're a niche hobby thing for sure.

I’m a nurse and I use my smart watch at work all the time. I get that you don’t understand why someone would need something, but don’t dismiss it as completely useless for everyone. That said, I agree with most of the things you mentioned. I have a lot of stuff I don’t need and wish I never bought.

@lindaanderson4990

4 күн бұрын

Yes, I agree. I didn't know if I would like my smart watch as it was a gift from my daughter. She even said, I'm not sure if you'll use it but I think you'll like it if you try it. And yes, I like it! But to each their own. And I'm a nurse also ❤

No logos on this gal! Excellent list! No MORE single use kitchen items. I got a few years ago, but do not anymore - I learned a valuable lesson. x's lj

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Haha glad you enjoyed the video! 🤗🌺 Have a great day!

@williamclark1244

2 ай бұрын

All those logos on clothing and merchandise are a turn off to me in the first place. I have no intention on being someone's walking billboard.

Of the 50 things you are talking about I only own 1 and that is the Airfryer, but I don’t have an oven. I totally agree with you, most things in life are wants instead of needs. We need groceries but we want sweets and snacks, we need a house but we want a big house, we need water but we want sodas (I’m guilty of the zero cola want), and we can go on like that. There is not really much that we need but a lot of things that we want.

@Spoiled_horsegirl

2 ай бұрын

I like your cat profile pic 💖😺😻

@carlienvandernet7902

2 ай бұрын

@@Spoiled_horsegirl Thank you. He was my favorite cat angel but unfortunately he passed the rainbow bridge 🤍

@Spoiled_horsegirl

2 ай бұрын

@@carlienvandernet7902 oh dear I'm so sorry to hear that. 💐

I really love this list. It helps a lot. I used to have a serious shopping addiction, and I'm always thankful for help. It's gotten so much better already. I can go to dollar stores now without buying more than I came for, or without buying a single thing, even. It may sound like a small thing, but it used to be absolutely impossible for me. I'm very proud of my progress. :)

@sharonp4446

2 ай бұрын

I lived out in the woods, you learned to buy and buy so you weren’t without and needed a trip 45 minutes into the stores

One thing I don't buy anymore is fine jewelry. I love beautiful jewelry and have spent a lot of money on it in the past, but have found that once I own it I wear it for a while and then put it in my drawer. Now I window shop only, I'll admire it in the store but then walk on without buying.

Personally a smart watch actually helps me not stare at my phone and get distracted as much, since I have to look at my phone to see the time, a worthless text, anything. So I love it!

@melissalee1709

Ай бұрын

I bought mine only for the running info like distance, etc. I don't like to be holding my phone all the time either.

Digital minimalism is excellent. I uninstalled the games on my phone and it feels so freeing. Instead, I sit with boredom. It's my friend as it allows my mind to wander, and sometimes great ideas turn up. 😊 Too many cushions... I noticed that just yesterday. We have four on our lounge and have decided we can manage with two. ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely love what you said about boredom!

@sharonp4446

2 ай бұрын

I’ve never played games on cell phone, so much to learn, or read on the web

I have to confess, I really do love to see a good coffee table book or two and seeing little knick-knacks and all those collections on shelves... _In someone else's home but not mine_ 🙂

I’m a minimalist for over 10 years, like your channel very much. This one is one of the Best! Thank you!

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much!! 😊❤

Thanks for all your videos. watching them usually stop my impule to buy nuew stuff and actually make me wanna declutter, one tiny piece at a time (I'm super easy overwhelmed). Thanks Vera

Getting my nails done. I stopped doing that because it's at least 80 dollars for a mani pedi and it never lasts more than a few days. Nail polish is less than ten dollars a bottle so I just do it myself now. Gel nails and artificial nails ruin my nail beds so I don't do that anymore either..

@NoseyFloridaGirl

2 ай бұрын

Same ! When I added up the year it was almost $1000 , that buys a lot of necessities . If done right , nails can look good for 10 days .

@theresamc4578

2 ай бұрын

Perhaps learn to appreciate the beauty of looking natural, and save more money. Men do not need to paint themselves to be/feel attractive.

@sharonp4446

2 ай бұрын

I’ve a friend that started gel nails as soon as they hit the market, she became allergic and it took years for doctors to diagnose her correctly

Thank you for this video. One of my goals this year is to decrease my spending as I noticed how much money I spent on things I didn’t need. You gave me more ideas I had not thought about.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on aging. I’ll check that out next. I think your message was misunderstood by some people. You’re not saying that no one should get any of these things, just sharing why we may not need them. We hear a lot of ads and see others purchasing things which has an impact on our habits. We have to be intentional to counteract the effects of marketing.

Love this video and have saved for future. Always good to be reminded that the purpose of marketing is to make us want things we didn’t even know about. Thanks Vera 😊

I'm not on Tiktok either.. I don't also use Facebook or Instagram but I prefer spend time on KZread.. it allows me to watch your videos.. 😊

Hi Vera, I haven’t been on social media for awhile, but wanted to say hi….. The new apartment is so beautiful…. I agree with you about all you mentioned. The best part of minimalism is that it really stops you from purchasing so many things, if I see items in the stores I picture it in my home taking up my all my empty space, and it is so easy not to buy these things…. I feel like I pay a price after I bring anything home

Hi Vera loved this list. I’m 65 & totally agree with you about fillers & Botox etc - I’m too scared to let someone mess around with my face 😂😂& I don’t mind my wrinkles!!!! Love your top the color really suits you.! I will watch any of your videos your content is always great ❤

@jillpearson5989

2 ай бұрын

After getting my haircut,by a friend who is a home hairdresser as well as her main job. I'm 65 and have decided to embrace the grey. Was previously dyeing my hair like approximately every 8 weeks and noticed the grey was starting to come through a lot quicker. I'm not fully grey yet. But the girls at work have been great great about. And yes you're right we let fashion dictate how we should look. A close neighbour told me she has had so many more compliments about her hair then she ever did before going grey, so it just goes to show his we are mislead by the fashion & health industry. I'm happy now to be going grey naturally.

@Spoiled_horsegirl

2 ай бұрын

​@@jillpearson5989Beautiful profile pic 💖 And even though I'm young and don't have gray hair yet I agree with you. Always love your natural body. Many people never made it to 65 years old. That's something you shouldn't hide from the world.

I can’t add to your list, but I can say I can feel when things are getting out of hand, and I do a quick declutter and thrift shop drop off. This makes me feel calm and peaceful again. I truly feel so much better with few things.

That was courageous of you to share this video, especially on youtube, where consumerism is highly encouraged. This video reminded me that I have still items at home which are not essential, or not more in use, and I can sumply gift them away ❤❤❤

My Mom had 8 kids. She said She EARNED every wrinkle & grey hair. I won't ever use botox or fillers but, I DO color my hair.

About 18 months ago I stopped buying hand lotion and I've yet to run out. Before that I stopped buying body wash, pump soap and shaving cream. I now only use bar soap instead. Largely stopped buying books. I go to the library instead so you can get that trendy coffee table book but return it. I'm by far not a minimalist but I do a few things. I'm trying to down size and but it's a long road.

@FroilanTrejo

Ай бұрын

Love my library

Agreed to all of these - except I do like my pocket planner. I'm a paper gal and keep them for four years, as a kind of diary to reference. Your perspective is so refreshing. You make me feel normal, Vera

Your channel has really taught me a lot about how the marketing industry works and I'm just in shock at how people fall for their tricks! Although I can argue about the bath mat, they're useful so you don't slip over when you get out the shower or bath. Same with non-slip mats in the shower and baths as a friend of mine slipped in the shower and could have gotten badly hurt. But yeah, great content as always. Also, I used to collect a lot of stationery but now I've sized it down a lot. X

I print my own paper planner each month so I can customize it to my needs. 💖🌞🌵😷

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Ah clever! :) And you actually use them that way :)

@sluggo206

2 ай бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen Vera used to make bullet journals, which can be a kind of daytimer or planner. They're in some of the videos from a few years ago.

Bath mats actually is a necessity if you do not want to step on cold floor with damp feet and maybe slip and fall. Also flimsy towel which can slip from under your feet might result in falling .There are heavier bath mats which do not slip so is safe and also they are washable in wash machine just like towels . I think bath mats are necessity for safety . It does not look cluttered it looks cosy and safe .

These type of videos help keep me thinking about my purchases.

After watching all of these minimalist KZread videos some of them I find very helpful & makes sense to me.

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

I hope mine is one of those 😅

Vera, you've freed me to say I don't use a bath mat. But it is safer for some people. If I find myself with too many reusable bags, I donate things in them. Many thrift/charity stores will offer/sell them to other customers making purchases. My coffee table books live on the bookshelf because they're part of my books and are ones I love to return to. I use glass jars as drinking glasses and mix-n-match thrifted plates, and I love them.

I’ve been removing all the languages other than “English” from manuals & it’s amazing how many pages get put in the recycle & suddenly the manual is tiny & easy to retain. My other tricks related to technology is to label the cables (especially if it’s not a standard size) & to store the tech in a labeled box or tin, along with it’s paraphernalia, so the other people in our home can find the item (& then if it gets upgraded, I can let go of everything that goes with it).

@ArtemisSilverBow

2 ай бұрын

You can find literally any manual online these days.

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

The cable labelling is worth gold! I notice every single time I procrastinated that one to a "mañana" that never arrived.

i got a folding plastic thing from japan that goes under a bath mat that lays underneath and after a shower, I stand it up (like an upside-down “v”) which allows airflow & the mat air-dries during the day till next shower in the evening ~ love it! 😂

Listen, no matter how many of these videos I watch, I still want more 😂 Please keep them coming ❤

固定された価値観を、１度立ち止まって、自分にとって必要か否か考える重要性を学びました。素敵な動画をありがとう！

Everything you named is so on point, nice video 😊 I have a problem with decluttering stuff I already have, as I actually don't really own 99% of the things you mentioned I'm in that period in life where thing are really going well, and I had very tough periods even in my childhood, that lasted to my twenties... I'm 25 and I want to let go of everything that's not needed anymore, and even if I don't have many stuff and don't buy many new stuff, I feel as if peace in my mind which is starting to bloom will be fully achieved by decluttering physical stuff and my environment. This is one of the main reasons I crave a minimalistic room and home at this very moment, and also I will be moving in with my boyfriend and future husband in the following months. Thanks for the video, you've reminded me of some very important things! ☀️🫶🏻

I love these videos, Vera! Your apartment (and you!) have such a fresh, easygoing, natural, and beautiful look. Thank you for all you do! 😊🙏

Most of these, totally agree... but I love smart lighting! Auto dimming in the evening to calm and help prepare for sleep, sunrise "alarm clock", timed lights for when we're out of town, fun colors at the holidays... it adds so much value to our lives! To each their own ❤ thanks for the video

You are an inspiration! I never saw a single video of yours that was not usefull, wise, grounded. I sugest you consider older people health problems to explain when a totally dispensable item could show up as a tool. Slicers, some gadgets and so on. Mainly stuff that replace hands or legs that no longer work as before...

I saw a video regarding the Stanley bottles and I was shocked as one person had collected one of each colour! That behaviour then just becomes using the collection as a status symbol and not what the item was intended for. Lol I have kitchen scissors and I use them alot, even for snipping flowers in my pots. I have to say I do love my gardening magazines as they are always packed with information and inspiration ⚘️ Have a great weekend!!

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Yes, so many people have them in all the colors apparently 😶😶 Also yes, with the scissors and gardening magazines, if they work for you like that then I'd say it definitely makes sense 🌳

@wandavanmourik1014

2 ай бұрын

I had to google Stanley cup, I had no idea what it was, I feel old now..

One of best videos I’ve ever seen about minimalism and I realized that really half things I have I don’t really need even ,it’s just marketing.Keep do 👍🏻Hello to you from Sittard 🇳🇱

Just some things about smart lighting. I use smart bulbs because you can very easily change their brightness and also color temperature. Bright, sunny lights if you need them during the day, and very dim, warm lights at night. Very helpful for supporting a healthy circadian rhythm. Being able to turn them all on or off with just a remote or my phone is just a perk. Also, with LED lights lasting as long as they do (like 20 years?), even more expensive bulbs are still very, very, very cheap on a cost per use basis.

The other day our teen-aged grandson told me that he REALLY NEEDS one of those watches that document your sleep patterns. He said he wants to know when he's snoring or if he stops breathing! That's what my husband is for! He always pokes me when I'm snoring!

@sleuththewild

2 ай бұрын

Your grandson is very smart. Sleep apnea (a major symptom is snoring) can be deadly.

Hi Vera 👋🏼 I am a relatively new subscriber and have been watching your videos. Thank you for your amazing content. You bring so much wisdom in each video and I always get something out of them! Cheers!

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Aw thank you Laurel 🤗💕 I appreciate that! Welcome to the channel, have a wonderful weekend!

How refreshing to know I’ve been practicing this mindset and agree with all of your points made, especially doing what you need for exercise and decor. 😊

I like your videos Vera since I discovered your channel recently. I really feel good among your community. Your advices inspire me to become more simple about my needs. And yes advertising marketing constantly try to trap us, and often succeed (i talk about me)😅 Your an angel Vera thank you very much 💞💞

Oh Vera I’m so happy to see someone else of my age so down to earth in their approach to purchasing! I’ve definitely fallen into the trap of buying things I don’t need, especially where the beauty/anti-aging market is concerned, only to realise I’ve wasted my money and compromised my integrity. Must learn from these mistakes! Also, I’d be interested in hearing more of your thoughts about Botox and fillers - I think each to their own but I do worry that people get them out of wanting to keep up with everyone else, and it’s a shame because we are made unique and imperfect for a reason. You doing a video on it may help refresh peoples’ perspectives ☺️

Amen to this list! I totally agree. Bath mat: I also use a towel, but my mom has a non slip mat bc for her it’s a need. I love EO, but was using so much in my diffuser I didn’t replace it, so I now use them in small amounts in cleaning and room spray. I also read that they toxify your environment/body in bigger amts. Open a window to purify instead! And I agree with all the other things you mentioned as well. Thanks for the validation ❤

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video!! 🤗 Yes, for the non-slip function I totally get it why a bath mat would be good, good point! :)

I just love love all your videos❤❤❤always so educational and inspirational 😊Always authentic and beautiful😊I learned so much and can relate on the things that You’ve talked and talking about.I don’t watched much of social media because most of the time they overwhelmed me,but only You that I always look forward to watching,and always looking forward on your new videos,I’ve watched your video over and over because I just love how you share all the great things and inspire a person like me who is highly sensitive and liked the simple things in life and slow living.You’re an inspiration to all of us❤❤❤Your Simple Happy Zen is a perfect title of who you are😊You are one of the best person.

Really informative and natural. Not pushy at all. Thank you

Another point to note is that clothing is becoming one of the worst polluters on the planet!

Oh my gosh, I took a sip of water right when you said “when do we ever need a body mist?” And I almost spit it out laughing. 😂

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

😂

@jackiewhitney5031

2 ай бұрын

My sentiments exactly....just shower, haha! It's crazy out there!

So needed to hear this today. Thank you Jen for always showing up and being constant with great content 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️

So glad you said that about the bath mat! I do that also, I just use a towel. I got rid of all my bath mats and have enjoyed it so much better and it easier to keep the floor clean!

@allein1001

2 ай бұрын

I don't use an actual towel, but my bathmat is basically just a less plush towel, anyway. I had an extra drying rack so I started hanging my bath and hair towels and the mat on it and putting it in the tub, then pulling the curtain liner around it so it's not sitting against the side of the tub and can actually dry.

There are a few things you mentioned that are really useful tools for me as a diagnosed ADHD-er : unfortunately, ADHD meds aren't super helpful for me and have unacceptable side effects, but I've had *some* success with combining a particular mushroom drink with a blend of functional coffee, on top of a wide range of other skills and tools (both behavioural and tech). For example, I have a multi-step daily planning process that starts with a paper planner and then moves to a digital one: writing my plans out with pen and paper - and maybe bringing in a bit of washi or stickers for the dopamine hit - first thing in the morning gives my planning a sensory and kinaesthetic aspect that's both enjoyable and functional. Then, when I get to my desk, I'll redo my plans digitally so I can take advantage of the digital notifications and alarms. The repetition and redundancy helps to 'bed in' my plans and intentions for the day, and I'm more likely to follow my plans for the day if I write them down more than once. Similarly, a smart watch and a smart home device help me to set voice-based reminders, timers and alarms, and make notes / add to lists without opening my phone and ending up down a distraction rabbit hole. I often work using modified pomodoros and body doubling intervals with other people online to help me focus and overcome executive dysfunction issues associated with the ADHD, so having a way to quickly, easily set timers of different lengths and other types of reminders without getting distracted is critical for me I really appreciate your comments that everyone's different and that it's OK for people who like certain things to use them even if you think they're not necessary. I just wanted to flag that sometimes, it's not about just liking those tools because they're fun or enjoyable: sometimes, they're just as much a functional necessity for folks with executive dysfunction as wearing glasses is for someone with impaired vision 🙂

@altitudeiseverything3163

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed comment. There are a couple of tips that I will definitely try! Every day is a struggle to stay on top of things because of ADHD, so new strategies are much appreciated. And is that a lion’s mane mushroom powder that you’ve found helpful?

@tanjagardner285

2 ай бұрын

@@altitudeiseverything3163 - the mushroom drink is a blend of 6 different mushrooms - it does include lion's mane, but also has chaga, reishi, turkey tail and couple of others that are escaping me at the moment 🙂

@bmedve3427

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your wonderfully detailed tips! Wasn't expecting to find them here but I bet they will be helpful to a lot of people!

@momistaken

2 ай бұрын

Your comments were helpful, thanks!

@nkelesa8362

Ай бұрын

Very helpful comments. I recently bought a smart watch for my son suffering from bipolar disorder. Some of these tips will come in handy

Some very good ideas, especially about excess manuals! Simple baking soda on a wash cloth is an excellent scrub when used gently., and coconut oil for the skin instead of endless products that damage yoru internal organs.

Thank you for another great video! I love your channel, it’s what made me learn about and practice minimalism during covid lockdown and minimalism has changed my life. I love it! Your videos are always very useful for me 😊

I did not know that little bit about cell phones and "new" models. I will definitely be shopping an older model once this phone dies completely. Loved the video! Thanks for the tips!

In Brazil is pretty common to have a towel as a mat, but for me drying my feet with my own towel and slip on flip flops works just fine

Your videos are always so refreshing, Vera! I have to say, I totally agree with you on the bath mat thing... a towel is far more efficient, although I can see why someone might use a non-slip mat or similar. In my case, everything gets stuck under the door, which is right next to the shower. In terms of collections, I absolutely love anime figures, but I don't buy any! Instead, I take screenshots of the ones that I like and just appreciate them like that, haha. It works for me, I notice that I feel less strongly about the screenshots after a month or so, and then I am glad that I didn't order the figures impulsively!

@SimpleHappyZen

2 ай бұрын

Oh that's such a good idea with the screenshots!!! 😁❤️

What a nice, thoughtful video. While listening, I kept thinking: many of the things you’ve mentioned I received as gifts. I would love to see a gift giving video that I could share with others.

Thank heavens Vera is back. I stopped buying newspapers and get all my daily news from two or three apps instead. I actually miss newspapers and the ritual of reading through a fresh journal but I dont miss the clutter and the piles of paper that I thought I needed to keep because it contained some vital info or other. Next thing is to delete more apps and simplify my mobile.

Hey Vera. Yes, I would be interested in a video regarding your decision on Botox/fillers!

Great suggestions in here. Yes would like an in-depth video into ageing etc

Fun vlog. Agree with list! Although I have paper calendar/planner because I keep notes as well, can use while on phone and look at multiple pages simultaneously.. use it for work and private. My old calendars I keep in my office cupboard to refer to old notes from meetings if questions come up.. but we have to keep things 5, 10, 25yrs in the field I work for when issues/discrepancies/discussions arise. But my,calendars are 1/2 A4, bendable and only cost 2-3€..been using the same one for 20yrs! One thing I have noticed over the years of following you and other you tubers is that when lists of 10-15 items/points come, I love them 😊... but anything above that, especially big numbers eg 50+ immediately give me an immediate feeling of "overwhelm and stressed" which puts me off watching the "long list" videos... I guess my needs for minimalism are more far reaching than I was aware😮.

Great list! I replaced the deco items in my house by plants & ‘art’ made by my kids (luckily they are very talented 😉) and this made my interior more personal, green & healthy 🪴

Hey Vera! Great video as usual. I have to say for a guy, tech gadgets I don't really need are a challenge or buying a super hi gig laptop when all I need is to check emails 😂 . That is really an adjustment I need to watch out for. Be blessed and thanks for this one!

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Hahaha glad you found some points you could relate to in the video 😁🤗

I've been trying to use lots of planners and now i replace all of them with simple combination of phone notes (for groshery lists and other staff like that) and ring-bouned notebook, where I have my "handmade" week planners, trackers, brain dumps, journaling and project notes sections. And this notebook is working pretty well while constantly changing from week to week while I try on all of this styles of planning... Yeah, so my advice is to replace planner with notebook. It will bring you both multiporpose and imaginative item, i guess

I find your advice very helpful and wise. I am in my forties and do dye my hair to cover the grays, but like you, I will say no to fillers and Botox. Thank you, Vera, for the great tips! ❤