100% agree with you (maybe bc I’m the same 😂) The only difference for me as a single older woman is to have just enough dishes, cups, mugs, silverware to last several days for the dishwasher to fill up. More eco friendly and if anyone comes over I have a spare or two. Exciting to see a young busy family with “just one” or “just enough” and let the excess be in relationship, love, and joy 🤩 Blessings ❤

"Less options = less clutter" so true :) Great video :)

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

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I have 2 pairs of sheets (just in case) and 2 blankets - one for summer one for winter (saves on heating). Otherwise I mostly see the reasoning behind your choices.

I wear the same 4 rings, same 2 bracelets, same watch, and same two necklaces a day, and I have about... 3 necklaces I can put on for special occasions. This is a reminder for me to pare down my earrings though! I have 2 eyeshadows and 3 nail varnish colours - but otherwise, no "extras" as I use all 3 colours at once (middle finger one colour, thumb and little finger another, the rest the third). And if I *need* to have the same colour I have 3 options - enough for variety but not too much to choose between =) I use different cleaners but they're all the same brand, and there's still only 4 (cream, glass, all-purpose, mould killer)

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

That all sounds very intentional!🙂 🤍

Love your ideas! I also agree with you, less is better, less to clean, wash and take care of. Thank you.

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here! 🤍

Brilliant! I wish everyone had your common sense!

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

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Great advice 😊

I definitely will try to reach this type of thinking because I've noticed that having a lot of products is overwhelming, and I will try to shop less as it wasn't making my life any better.

Thanks for such a calm video

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

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Your videos are like a breath of fresh air. I am trying to break my shopping addiction. I hate having too much stuff around. However, I realized that I keep buying beauty products because “maybe that lipstick will make me look more beautiful”, but I need to learn to accept myself. Lots of love from Italy 😊

@lightandmind77

Ай бұрын

It really is such an easy trap to fall into! 🤍

Just found your channel and have been loving your videos! So motivating

@lightandmind77

2 ай бұрын

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Wonderful video. Some things I already do, but you actually surprised me with a few great ideas. Thank you. 🥰 These ideas will be helpful for my next move. I look forward to your weekly videos😊

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏 I am so glad it helped!

Really meaningful video, you are right having only one of these truly makes life easier ❤ I wish the best for you and your family, thank you for sharing this with us

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Of course. Thank you! 🤍

I just adore you and your content. I would love if you did a skincare and makeup video. 🤞🏻😊 *update - oops, just found your skincare video 🤭

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Haha! I'm glad you found it! 🙂

Life is so much easier when we own less💕

Some things to aspire to here… mugs, blankets and towels… things I associate with cosiness and wellbeing, so they’re harder to let go of, even if the collection could, and probably should, be reduced a little. Oh for fewer choices and an easy life!

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

I totally get this! We do have extra blankets in our living room. But for the bed, we just keep it simple. :) Having less really makes such a difference. I wish you the best on your journey! 🤎

I do like your style ,i love having one of each yes ! But for each bed i do have 2 sets of sheets ,only because if someone is sick ! Its easy to change straight away on the bed ,! But everything ealse yes one thing yes is less is nuch better . Only sheets 2 set each bed ! Takecare love youe channel ☺️💕

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

🤍thank you for being here!

I’m giving myself more credit as a minimalist now, with the “rule of one.” Enough clothes for one load of laundry, enough dishes for one dishwasher full. One set of sheets and towels, a set for guests. I do have extra flannels for winter, and a fresh washcloth each day. And a short stack of beach towels that are all used on a beach day, and have a lot of other uses (leaks, cover a sick bed, emergency blanket). Now if my husband didn’t like the convenience of a large TV in every room he halls to be in. 🙄

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I agree about the towels! We have a few extra towels for beach/lake/etc as well!

New subscriber and binge watching your videos this evening. Love this idea of only one on some of these things, but what advice would you give someone like me that is thinking about the one or two times a year family comes out to stay with us and we need those extra towels, coffee mugs, etc.? It does seem silly to keep them for those very few times, but also we would need them during those....

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here🤍 I would keep 1 box in a closet or something with extra towels and mugs, etc that would be needed with company visiting. That way you don't have the extra clutter in your cabinets and in your visual space of stuff you are not using on a daily basis. If it is a regular thing for you to have company, I think it would make complete sense to have those things to make hosting a little easier. :) Hope this helps!

Do you have extra mugs, blankets, sheets etc or anything stored away for guests? I could easily pare down what we use but my guests still need things. You have such a calm voice! Love watching!

@lightandmind77

2 ай бұрын

I don't lots of guests over on a regular basis, but we have enough for the family that we do have come over. I kind of touched on what I would do for storing these things in one of my recent videos about storing and organizing things. Thank you for your support and for being here 🤍

Que maravilha, tanto que já conseguiu reduzir aí em casa, muito bem, eu a admiro. Gostava de conhecer coo faz seu detergente caseiro para limpeza. Grata pelo dedicação em seus vídeos.

@lightandmind77

2 ай бұрын

Acabei de fazer meu limpador com sabão de castela, óleos essenciais e água. Obrigado por estar aqui 🤍

We had one tv for the longest time and finally replaced it with a projector! You mentioned loving to watch movies and we definitely do too as a family of 6. It’s completely changed movie night because it feels like a miniature movie theatre in your home! Just a suggestion because we ended up loving it so much more. 😊

@lightandmind77

Ай бұрын

Oh, I love this idea!!! Thank you!!

depends how they use the soap. if they are going on a sponge for example.

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

We are sharing the same type of body soap, meaning the same kind/brand. Not the same sponge or anything. :) It is a liquid, not a bar soap.

@cheryl5218

3 ай бұрын

Lol 🥰 That is much easier for a family than all those expensive ones they have for kids.

If you haven't already read or heard of it, I recommend the book Paradox of Choice. It affirms your decisions discussed in this video.

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this recommendation! I will definitely check it out! :)

@cheryl5218

3 ай бұрын

I just listened to the sample of that book on Audible (also available at my library) sounds really funny and good. Thanks for the book tip.

I think you shouldnt share the body soap :( but I like the another ideas ,✌🏻😊

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

We are sharing the same type of body soap, meaning the same kind/brand. Not the same sponge or anything. It is a liquid, not a bar soap.

You are wise beyond your years🥰

@lightandmind77

3 ай бұрын

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@louisianarainwater

3 ай бұрын

💯💯💯yes!