10 Tips For MINIMALISM & How I Was FORCED To Be A Minimalist Mom
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I’m a mom! About 6 years ago, I lost my parents and 2 of my 3 younger brothers in a carbon monoxide accident. I had to go through their stuff and get rid of things and it was an eye opener for me, just realizing that in the end, items are just items, and what is important is the time we have here on earth and how we spend it. I love your quote, “consume memories, not items,” because it’s so true! I’m still on my minimalism journey and I find inspiration from watching your videos. Thank you so much! Love from Idaho! 😊
Jensen Parrish I hope you are doing well and you are so right, we own too much
I admire your strength and mindset after such a terrible tragedy. 💛
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Wow. You've been through a lot. You are so courageous. God bless you, sending you love and prayers from South Africa
Hi Jensen , I’m really sorry about your loss . 💕💕
PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO on the items you’ve invested in that you love. Like the pans you mentioned... I am getting married and moving out soon and am looking for household items that are worth the investment and come from good brands💕
Adagio Borntrager a little advice regarding house hold items (specifically kitchen) is to have NO PLASTIC in your kitchen, especially with kids:)
Yes!
Adagio Borntrager I will suggest good bed mattress and linen. Hotel white towels (Sams has really good ones for $7) its easier to watch with bleach. My old color towels smells and look bad. Kitchen knifes will make your life and wife’s life way easier. I had for years cheap knifes and it took me longer and was a pain in the neck to use. Also Sams has really good ones a pack of maybe six or more for $59. And no i don’t work in Sams but i shop there frequent. Plain white plates and cups (I bought those at dollar tree) but i had it for years and are good quality for the price. I find it easier to my mind to clean than all those colorful different dishes. A nice simple comfortable couch and curtains that helps reduce the heat in summer and cold in winter. I know there is more stuff but hope this helps and that is from my experience. Good luck.
Yes! I'd also love to know which pans you bought!
@helena Hey!! Love this! Do you have any tips on a non plastic water filter? :)
I’m not a mom, just a 20-something woman trying to live a minimal and decluttered life. I have rid myself of so much stuff and started making smarter purchasing and consuming choices, and honestly it’s probably the best thing I could’ve done for my mind and soul. Also, thank you for these tips, always good to stay inspired!
Same here! I'm still pretty young but she inspires me to declutter and try to live cleaner with less stuff and a more-conscious mindset when it comes to buying stuff :)
I just paired down my wardrobe from about 450+ items to 250. (Still a lot, I know, but progress!) Thank you for making God centered content that encourages women to be more intentional with the way they live! 🥰💕
Grace Bateman Great Job! ❤️
I'm only 19 but in a solid relationship heading towards marriage and children eventually. I am SO THANKFUL that I've found you. You're so helpful to fueling healthy lifestyle changes and I know that values I've learned from you will last me a lifetime. Thank you for your awesome content and God bless you 💕
I was married with a kid at 19. The word "only" is not necessary. We all grow and mature at different paces. 🙂
@Fliss Joy I didn't until I was 17 either. Married my Middle School best friend. 😂
I get tired of the socialism expectancies.
There's nothing wrong with getting married at 18, or at 50.
It's okay to be a virgin at age 25.
And no one can comment on how ready or UNready you may be. That is your journey and it's perfect either way.
I got married at 19 and had kiddos at 23 and it was the BEST!!!!!!!
@@unisisalvarado I'd love to get married now, just difficult, my man is a soldier so being a few thousand miles away is a little difficult lol
Especially with this virus and how difficult it is to travel 😬
“Tip #1: Don’t feel like you have to keep everything that is given to you or your kids or your husband” LOL-I heard that in a totally different way.
Island Chick Designs & Finds Same!!!😂
During this stay at home time, I am going thru my entire house, drawers, medicines, tool box, closets etc. Also for anyone interested I recommned a book which changed my life, is called Satisfied (christian book) it teaches to be content with what we have and enjoying the different seasons we go thru.
Ivanna Alpizar who is the Book buy? I only found one food related or do you mean that one? Would love to check it out! 💕
The book is by Jeff manion
I am a mom of two, I want to show my girls that life isn’t about keeping up with others but enjoying what you have and what you can afford. To be kind to themselves and the world around them
Love this comment!
It's simple for me - I naturally get anxiety and become extremely overwhelmed in crowded, messy environments. This especially intensified after my last pregnancy. I'm one of those moms who puts away toys several times a day. As my family always ends up living in tiny spaces, I strive to create a perfect balance of having everything we need and still keeping it cutely minimal. And I definitely agree - when you know exactly where everything is and don't hold on to anything you don't love, you do sleep more peacefully!
Love this Olga!
I became a minimalist because my family moved a lot. So I learned to have what you need.
THANK YOU for making longer videos recently! I think we all have been much appreciating them!! ❤️❤️❤️
Eleanor Josefina I honestly think kiran (spelling? 😬) being home and working with her now has helped her so much!!
I couldn't agree more!
I started my journey with a no spend month. 1 month where I only bought food and essentials. 2 months later it has snapped me out of consumerism and push me to get my house in order. Flylady has helped me to take care of myself first and Dave Ramsey help push me to build a budget and really look at where my money is going currently. I love your videos for inspiration and your style is great. Mini moms ftw.
im a dad and i was just looking around and i just wanted to see how this could work with a family but you convinced me that this is the path i want for my life and i hope my family thank you
Consume memories, not items! I love that ❤
I love your minimalism videos! I don’t exactly know what it was that drew me to your channel in the first place, but I’ve been especially loving your rawness lately! You’re such a boss mom, and it’s so inspiring how you use every chance you have to challenge and build others up instead of just giving fluffy, feel-good content. Keep it up, Sarah!
@krs krs Do you need a hig?💙❤💜💛💚🧡
As a college student moving in and out of dorms, apartments, my parents' house, adopting this lifestyle is super helpful! Totally agree with you and I love your "To Go" box idea!
same!
I have a to go box and it's the best thing .. declutter as you go through your day to day life ... I got rid of so much stuff it's shocking doing a to go box
I’m about to be a momma and I want to live as minimalistic as possible! I feel it will help so much with my stress
It really will, still working on it and it's worth it
Christine Sandkamp congratulations!! God bless you two 💕💕💕
Megan ! Thank you ♥️
@Christine Sandkamp, Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻..... Welcome to #motherhoodclub!
Best club ever!💪🏻
Congratulations! I definitely believe having things that your chikd can't hurt themselves on helps nerves and having space for them to have freedom to move is so good for independence! We took out the coffee table out of our living room and my son bloomed from the next day!
Love this!!!! Since I have gotten rid of "stuff" I literally sleep better. It's amazing. Wish I would have known about this before
Absolutely! I actually clean more too because it’s easier.
Liz Lopez amazing
Liz Lopez I can walk through my room in the dark to get to the toilet, and not trip over anything!
My idea of a "junk drawer" is just a place for small things that we definitely need but not very often such as batteries, scissors, address book... still definitely needs to be decluttered tho
Yep! This is my "junk" drawer. It's a little bit with batteries, small lightbulbs for our cars ect
I have been struggling with so many things the last 3 years, when I found your channel I love it from the beginning but you teach me how to have faith again and thanks to you I'm building my relationship with God again and I found the peace I was looking for. Good bless you 💞
My wardrobe is HUGE!! My biggest problem is that I haven't grown since middle school (I'm 5'1 and 20 years old), so I still have items from long ago that I never got rid of because they still fit and were still in good condition. As of late I've been more aware of how my style has drastically changed and I've been allowing myself to say goodbye to some old pieces that I had mislabeled as "sentimental" just because I'd had them for so long. I may not have grown in size but I have in every other way, and it's long overdue to get rid of some old clothes.
I definitely feel you on this! I'm 4'11 and 22. I only shop for new clothes maybe once a year (sometimes not at all honestly) but my wardrobe was big because I NEVER grew out of anything. It's smaller now cuz I got into the habit of decluttering my wardrobe every now and then, and when I first decluttered I couldn't believe how much stuff I'd had since middle school and high school that I still wore cuz they fit. I decided to just donate things I didn't wear often because they were just wasting space if they fit but I never wore them cuz I got tired of them over the years 💁🏾♀️
I'm 171 cm = 5 ft 7" but I haven't grown much either since I was 14. I had my clothes from back then in my closet when I started minimalism (two years ago) and I tried them on, they fit, but it felt like I went back in time, into beeing that insecure little teen again, so I let go of it. I'm 23 now.
The clutter in my house is bothering me mentally, helpful videos like this really help me unwind and get used to the concept of letting go. I'm extra guilty of holding onto gifts from people because I know it was given with love.
Nothing brightens my day quite like a new Sarah video! ❤️ I think I speak for everyone when I say life has been tough lately and this is the perfect distraction!
So true Christina!
Thank you so much for these minimalist videos! I’m a mom of 2 and I really need these advices that you give, because it is soooooo stressful for me to live in a cluttered space. Things are not easy accessible and it’s way harder to keep the home clean which is so important for the whole family’s health. I’m looking forward to making these changes and learning to be disciplined in this journey. Thank you lovely mama for inspiring us, keep up with great content ❤️
Zdravo Sofija, odavno nisam posetila tvoj kanal i baš mi je drago što sam videla tvoj komentar 😄 veoma si mi draga, kao osoba, kao mlada mama i uspešna žena! Pozdrav iz Švajcarske.
My biggest struggle is "but I might need this!"....and we don't have the budget to just buy something if we find we need it in the future. And books 😬 ALL the books 🤣
Me too! All of this!
The first part of your comment is me 100%! Especially in the very difficult season I am in right now!:/
It's not hoarding if it's books. 🤣
I am currently pregnant with my first baby and I found your channel while looking for ways to have a minimalist baby. I started slowly becoming minimalist over the last year or so. I still have a long way to go, and it's sometimes hard because my husband likes to save things for "just in case" But I am proud of every progress I make. We have purchased our first home in September and that's when I found the highest need to declutter and make my home open brings and clean. I also have a problem with being OCD so I'm trying to be careful with easing into minimalism instead of triggering myself. I am really enjoying your channel, than you for sharing with all of us!
I'm becoming more and more minimal in my house because I grew up with a hoarder. My teenage years, it was so bad there was only a pathway to walk in each room. My parents could've been in the show Hoarders for sure. It was stressful growing up in.
Having less, having organization, seeing clean empty spaces keeps me from those memories and feelings of feeling trapped in "stuff"
Thank you for your channel, it's helped me stay on track and I don't feel so crazy for wanting less or for getting rid of things that are no longer useful to me. ❤️
When I was smaller my mom separated our toys into two piles. I can’t remember how often she switched them out but each time it was like receiving new toys. That way we didn’t get bored and there wasn’t a need to buy more.
Not a mom and currently I am living in a mess because of health issues. But you inspire me to try harder and minimalize by belongings. Thank you ❤️
I donated ten trash bags of clothes in 2020, I now have a capsule wardrobe and it’s so much easier and the lack of visual clutter in my closet is amazing. I still get a lot of compliments on my clothes even though they are mostly basic pieces
I thought the same thing when the whole “minimalist” thing came in. I was always decluttering and mindful of the things I bought. I also lived in a very small place with my daughter and was forced to say no to buying things due to space. Now I’m married and we are blessed to live in a much larger house but I’m careful not to fill it up with stuff! Love the minimal lifestyle
When you were talking about happy meals it reminded me my boyfriend gives his kids his own meals and he calls them "daddy meals" with a better toy they will actually use and it's a lot cheaper than buying it from McDonalds!
Cool idea!
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That’s really cute!! But someone has to cook those “daddy meals”!! Sometimes, mama needs a break!🤣😍
LOVE YOU SARAH! thank you for clearing up minimalism stereotypes and showing what it can look like for realistic families. 💕
I love that “i know where everything is in my house and there is no clutter and unneccesary items 😌😌😌”
- I couldn’t agree more!! It feels so peaceful and you just feel in control 😌
Thanks so much for your videos! They are amazing! So glad I accidentally stumbled on your channel a few weeks ago.. and you’re a Christian!
Wonderful 😊
Hey Sarah! I'm only 13 but I wanted to say that you are such a great mom and I hope to be like you when I grow up! I want to have six kids! You have such beautiful children, inside and out. I admire your faith in God and the love you give to your family. Have a fabulous day!
P.s. you and Kieran are doing such a wonderful job filming! the visuals are beautiful!
Finish school first, get a high education, earn well before you
have one kid. It is not how many
but quality and time for a child.
Then worry about a second.
11 1 thanks for the advice!
You are so mature for your age, you will be a great mom. Keep seeking Godly role models for your life. Of all the videos you could be watching. God has called you into mother hood, please choose a man who is equally yoked with you. Take heed to the Bible.
Been binge watching your videos with my husband. Sooo helpful for our family of 7! Honestly, we were the happiest when we traveled in our 7 seater van with a few suitcases full of necessities, food, and water (and toilet paper) driving from WA to IA! Boy, was that interesting 🤔 thank you so much for your time and inspiration!
I definitely have a “teddy” jacket but I love it is so warm 😂😂
Me too 🤗 love it tons
my husband is in the military and we got stationed overseas, so I was also forced to be more of a minimalist than I was in the past. I had to look at what I owned and decide if it would be worth bringing over and spending that kind of money for it to be shipped. I appreciate your channel so much!
I would like to live in a more minimalistic way, because I would like to appreciate more the things I have received from God. :) And I get stressed if I don't find things again or go to an apartment that is full of chaos. ;)
Greetings from Germany. I love your videos because you talk so naturally about your faith in Jesus. I wish I could too.
I know where everything is in my house! I LOVE being intentional and learning how to be better. My next step I really want to do is reusable "ziplock bag". Replacing plastic is something I'm working on 😊
Awwww man.... I wanted to spend tomorrow (my Saturday) doing nothing and being lazy. But noooooo.... you had to go and motivate me! 🙄 Now I’m feeling moved to get up in the morning and do a purge & re-evaluation.
Thanks for the motivation!
I’m gonna do it! 💖
Beth Ann Skeen donate for daycares they’ll love it I do and they appreciate so much the kids do drawings for me to say thanks 😊 ❤️
I just learned minimalism with you, according to my own experience I am single and I have been living alone for 7 years, I have observed after these years that I have a lot of stuff that overloads my home space that remains a small apartment (in the kitchen, in my closet, my office....). This is where I decided to get rid of all the superfluous things that don’t really help me (one of the rules I set for myself is to get rid of everything I haven’t used in a year). It allowed me to gain space, storage, and as you said in the video, the shadowy areas in my apartment have shrunk more and more. So thank you for bringing me this lifestyle of less consumption and finally it will be beneficial for our planet that we must bequeath to our children
Your videos declutter my mind ♥️ Love and virtual hugs🤗
I moved from a large 7 bedroom house to a tiny 2 bedroom apartment. Having two kids, having so much stuff, I really appreciate your video. I know that this is what I need to do, but sometimes I feel really overwhelmed and get stuck. Your explanations and tips definitely help me see it more clearly. I’m hopeful it will work out and I’ll get to a better place.
Girl your audio is on point! Love it!
I’m a minimalist but love my teddy bear coat. It matches everything, it’s SUPER warm which means I don’t have to wear any layers, and it’s comfortable! Overall, it’s super functional and promotes my minimalistic lifestyle. And I love looking like a Barbie, personally 🤣
teddy bear coats are so comfy🥰
Minimizing has been a game changer! Your videos are so inspiring and I have donated so much. It's very freeing. Thanks for all of the great content!🤗😊
I find it that some children are way easier to convince to let go of items than others. I am working really hard on educating one of my boys that excess is never good. Great video!!!
Love you and your personality💕 you make me look forward to being a mom one day💓
I’ve always been drawn to a minimal lifestyle and very quickly feel trapped and suffocated by “things”. However usually my husband and I go on holiday and spend 6 days out of 14 shopping. We get absorbed and addicted and consumed in consuming.
Last Christmas we were travelling to the UK from our home in Kenya and I told my husband and my whole family (for accountability) that my only purchases on that holiday would be a pair of shoes and a coat (both which I desperately needed). I came away from that holiday feeling free. Feeling like no time was wasted. Feeling I’d enjoyed more time with family and more time on “experiences” - and feeling so happy buying only what I needed.
I’m currently spending time working towards this lifestyle, and in how free I already feel I know it is definitely for me!
I have started embracing the ideology when i first found out i was pregnant. It has been a very positive experience for me, but nobody i know has the same mindset. So whenever other moms hear me say i dont want plastic toys or that we dont need this extra fancy stuff i just get laughed at and i ofter get the "your child is still too young. Wait a few years." I hope this isnt true, because living with less and being super selective of what you have has had a very positive feedback in my life. 🙂
Think it's definitely possible! We went from having all that to minimalism and the kids have become much more into sports and being with friends and talking. They declutter stuff and clothes and toys for the less fortunate and have less but cooler stuff. So it helped us out for the better.
I think the younger they are when you start minimalism, the easier it will be. The easiest if they're born to it.
I think it's easier for a kid to not get everything they ever want, than get it and have to get rid of it one day. Plus they will grow up to hate cleaning if they have too much. That's what happened to me.
The toy catalogues that come before christmas are the worst. They put this picture in kids' heads that they want everything that's in there, and that they aren't allowed to want the "wrong" toys. (Boys' and girs' sections separated) It's best to just block mail adds. Here in Finland you can just put a sticker "no adverts please" on your mail box or door and you won't get any.
My day always brightens when I see a new upload from you! When you mentioned getting married five years ago, it got me thinking about the items you love now that you would add to a registry. As someone preparing for a wedding and building a registry, I would love to hear your thoughts!
Sarah, I'm really interested in what collection of frying pans you eventually went with. I've been trying to find good quality, non-toxic pans for a while, but I'm not sure where to find them. If you have a collection you like, I'd love to know!
Also, your earlier videos helped me get started on minimalism, and six months later I'm so much more of one in my lifestyle!
I totally agree. Sarah would love a list of non toxic cooking items. I need to get rid of my Teflon too.
I agree! Save me the research! I need new frying pans and trust your recommendations!
I'm still in high school and only just beginning to try to become more minimalist. Usually it would be my mom who would complain about having too many things that she doesn't know what to do with, but with climate change becoming a forefront concern of mine, consuming less and putting more consideration and research when buying things is a goal I want to work towards now. I love your videos!
I'm a mom, working towards my definition of minimalism to make my life easier! Love your videos :)
I’m a mom of almost 6. I’m on my journey. It’s been difficult. But I’m TRYING SO HARD. I love everything about minimalism. The concept is so beautiful & it gives me peace when I think about it. I love this video. I needed this. Thank you!
I agree with what you’re saying but don’t come at the teddy bear jackets!! Lol but seriously they’re so cute
Sarah Therese haha I forgive you
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I am a medical student who puts lots of importance not only to physical health but to mental health as well. Yesterday, May 7th, I decided to start a minimalist lifestyle. I decluttered all of my room. Took me 2 days to finish it. I have to say, I cried letting go off things that no longer served me. I think is hard to deal with the fact that we often buy things with an illusion, and it takes a lot to realize that, we were wrong. We aim for good feelings, not good stuff. After filling up 5 bags with old gifts, things I didn't even know that they existed and stuff that other people may actually need, I have to say I feel more complete than ever before. It feels great that the most important things we actually have them inside of us, like our emotions, thoughts, dreams and memories. Beginning a minimalist lifestyle makes you realize all the lies you've believed in your past, but the feeling you've been able to escape that has no price. Thank you for being true to yourself and inspiring others to do the same for them. I watched some of your videos before taking this decision. You rock!
You have inspired me so much to become a better and happier person! Thank you for being so true about who you are! You and your family are so amazing, I hope you guys keep getting blessed you deserve it 💜
57 year old mom...love watching you. Love the content and it helps my focus this year to minimalize my life and do some serious over due self care. I'm a mom of a beautiful daughter with down syndrome and I share all of this with her. Thank you!
Having children when I was 20 and 22 taught me to make the most of what we have. I didn’t have fancy baby gear or lots of clothes and stuff. That’s the advice I have for new parents. You don’t need all that stuff.
Amen and Goodwill and yardsales for the must-haves.
Please someone make a award for this woman !! Inspiring other people and changing life’s !!! Much blessings
I’m not a minimalist but You inspire me to declutter
Much love ♥️
Love your channel! It's fun and refreshing! I'm a 41 year old mama of five kids, ages 5-13. We have moved frequently with the military, done foster care, homeschool, etc... all ways that can cause us to accumulate or save quite a bit. I felt burdened by stuff a few years ago and am still on this journey to have less. With everything donated or sold or given a new home, I feel just a bit lighter! I love seeing empty spaces and watching how my kids use their imaginations to free play and devour books. I have more time and mental energy to devote to so many other pursuits, like fitness and reading. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself!
"I don't care what you do with your Furbies!!!" Classic. 😂🤣
I am a wife and mother who likes to be organized and am somewhat of a minimalist, although I do like to decorate with a few things for the seasons to have something new to look at. The difficulty lies in the fact that my husband is sentimentalist about his stuff, buys stuff just because it is on sale, and didn't have much growing up, and buys things that he might use one day. He doesn't care too much about being neat and tidy so it often leaves me frustrated. I have learned to let my need for order relax somewhat over the years since he doesn't seem to want to change.. And so I do what I can. I appreciate the fact that you and your husband can agree on this sort of uncluttered lifestyle!
I’m not a mom, I’m here because your videos are really cool !! 😎✨
Since I started watching your channel 1.5 years ago you have encouraged me so much to minimalize my life. I am a stay at home mama with two very young babes and one on the way. This last year I have consumed less items than I have ever before. It is an impulse for me to buy stuff when I am bored or a little bit off with the Lord. So this has been more of a discipline for me to reach for the Lord instead of my wallet. So thank you for the inspiration. Truly my life feels more full even though we have leas🙌. Also, I love NO CLUTTER!!! It makes me feel less stressed and it’s so much easier to clean!!!
My biggest problem in decluddering is my huge variety of hobbies: paints, brushes, sport equipments, musical instruments and notes, sewing stuff,... The list goes on and on. It's annoying because our apartment has no proper place for all of those art suplies to put in 🙄
Also wondering about this for us. Appartment therapy has a great website and CZcams channel with ideas. I also think using all vertical space is key. So floor to ceiling. Under beds and inside sofas.
I feel like I have been minimalist all my life, without even knowing it. That said, now, living in America (I am originally from Ukraine), having family, kids and a toy based CZcams channel (source of income) I still have a lot to learn and do to keep things minimal. Your videos are always very inspirational in many ways! Thank you 😊
"Dang, this furby is just gonna drive me BONKERS"
- Sarah T 2020
Love this video! I am a mama and in the process of decluttering to get to experience family minimalism. I’m in it for less stuff to clean, manage and store. We live in an apt which is small to many but the largest place I’ve lived for the last 20 years. I want to enjoy a clutter free home with a small corner of the place to decorate for myself. Something nice to look at when reading or working.
The lord recently forced me into minimalism after I discovered your videos. I entertained the idea for a while because I was so tired of just having to worry about our storage unit and not having access to my stuff for the last 2 years due to moving a lot and living in a small space. Our storage unit got auctioned off. I was honestly upset at first but a few moments later I felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I do wish I was able to get some clothes and shoes before that happened but I know that if it didn’t happen that way I would’ve never let go of my stuff. All things can be replaced and I intend to consume more responsibly, intentionally, and sustainably this time around 🙏🏽
I've never had big wardrobe, years before I found out what is minimalism, now my wardrobe is crazy small for four season living and I love it ❤️😊
Sarah: “You’re in the business of of CONSUMING children”
Me: 🤫
Didn’t get it either:(
What in the name of Angelica Houston in the Witches :D hhahahha
We donated, gave away and threw out soooo much stuff (furniture, clothes, tools, kitchenware, bedding, etc) when we moved to a smaller home last year. It hurt a bit at first but got easier and it was so freeing !! We still have plenty to keep us well clothed, comfortable and fed. I love having half-empty shelves and cupboards that aren’t groaning with their contents. We’re not minimalists (yet) and may never ‘qualify’ but it’s great having less stuff that was simply weighing us down.
I feel like with minimalism there are certain things that I will not budge on. I have no problem at all having a small amount of clothes. But I will not budge on books. I have 211 books and I will not get rid of any of them.
Yes. Minimalize everything except books!
Yep... Books are a non-negotiable.
Yeah I need to declutter my books because I have a few dozen Nancy Drew from my grandma that I was never interested in reading just because I didn't enjoy any of the Nancy Drew I had read.
This is why I don't like labels such as "minimalist". I aim for simplicity. There's a lot of overlap with the ideals, but with simplicity I can keep my books as long as they have a designated spot and aren't all over the place.
Just started my minimal mindset last year. I really appreciate your tips and advice. I am a Mama of 3 boys and had held onto way to much stuff. Since simplifying our home and clothing I have found so much peace.
what do you do with nostalgic things? kids' arts and crafts, maybe awards they win in the future...your old school ID's, pictures, cards...?
Hi Sarah, I follow you since ages (talking beauty guru times). Since I’m a Mama (our son is 4 month old) I am obsessed with your videos on minimalism. I think this is because I now know what’s really important. I love what you said about motivation and discipline. I’m not exactly trying to be a minimalist, but more minimalistic 😊 Sending you and the fam much love from Germany!
"Needlessly", this is why Kieran is here.
I love this! ❤ I love that there are people like you, Sarah, who will be confident in who you are and what you believe in and you want to share it with others. I know that when this world ends, we won't take anything from this earth with us and I love the idea of just having stuff that you need. You inspire me to go through my stuff and get rid of what is unnecessary. Thank you for making videos like this! ❤
Girlfrienddddd.. where is your shirt from? It seems such good quality and comfortable.
During Christmas time, our boys have to donate the amount of toys they are in years old before they can open any gifts. Example: if you're 6 years old, you must donate 6 items to the thrift store. Last year was our 2nd year and they enjoyed it both times!
hi, love your videos, would you be so kind and show us your garden, i would love to see it, i love gardens.. :) also, i'm now beggining with my minimalism journey, i still live with my parents, but next year i will be probably moving out.. i decluttered my wardrobe, but i find myself clinging onto my books - i study medicine and i love those books, but i don't need them, so that will be a hard process for me, but i'm sure i'll make it someday.. also i have so much stuff for camping and scouting, hoping to give it away, but i really don't know, what i need, because i always need something else, so that will also be a hard process.. thank you so much.. :)
“Consume experiences, not things” and also “make memories, not piles”
Yippie!! New video!!
I am currently decluttering and reorganizing my house. It’s a process I do maybe once a year for the past 4-5 years. I’m getting a lot better about evaluating what I use and what I enjoy. There is still a lot I can’t let go of, but I always appreciate how I feel in a fresh new space!
Love your videos! But I’d just want to caution you on being careful about how you speak about others and the things they might enjoy or find value in because it could come off as belittling or offensive to others, because sometimes your comments on trends can come off that way. Just speaking as a fellow sister in Christ. But I do really appreciate your stance as a Christian woman on CZcams and your foundation in the Word. Keep up the good work!
About two years ago I saw a documentary about minimalism and it kind of hit me. Too many things around me destroy my ability to focus, steel my time and also my money. It was almost enlightening. So I slowly started decluttering my home - our home. I am a mom of two and I never talked about it with my family. I just started my way. And it felt soooo good, still does! My hubby is a born minimalist as Sarah mentioned 😆 So he liked it very much when I started decluttering. We still never talked about it, I just changed my mindset and did what followed out of that. After this two years my kids reduced out of themselves asking for new things to buy. They embraced the idea of repurposing items, go thrifting (find treasures no one else has) without even realizing it. Even my hubby went a few steps with me without even knowing. What I am trying to say is: I want to encourage you to just start if you feel to. It’s contagious, you‘ll see. People feel that it’s doing them good.
Sarah, thank you so much for always be an inspiration on my way since I‘ve found your channel.
Very much love from Germany 🤍
Any good pan recommendations as I need new ones? I got all mine when I was still a student and they aren't very good ❤
Stainless steel or cast iron.
A good cast iron pan especially can last generations which is very sustainable in itself.
Treat and wash it properly, and it will even be kind of non-stick if you use enough oil.
But all specifically non-stick pans are made to not last, to be scratched accidentally and thrown away.
I find a good stainless steel pan with farberware, it wasn't expensive either. Have yet to get a cast iron yet, though!
The Pioneer Woman pans are Phenomenal especially at their affordable price point
Hi . I’m not a mom but my room is small . Your ideas help me to save my space and look for things that work for me instead of just a decoration.
I wish you would do more sponsorships that are size inclusive! I would love to support you and click on those link and even buy merch. But for example Aritzia is no where near close to being inclusive. The have xxs but not an xxl and it makes me feel like I’m not good enough to where these people clothes. Hardly any good quality clothing stores can make sizes that fit me. So it’s so hard for me not to shop fast fashion and shop for clothes so much because the clothes I do buy fall apart like every 3 months and it makes me feel so bad but these companies don’t want/care about plus size girl or even men. And it breaks my heart and makes my confidence even worse. So please if you do sponsorships please make sure they can fit and be useful to ALL of your viewers! I would again absolutely love to support you because I love you and your husband and your children every time you post I click on it so fast lol sorry for going on and on but I hope you see from my side love you always xoxo
Very nice video
I‘m a single mom of two and am decluttering and approaching my more minimal lifestyle for 1,5 years now.
Your videos are very inspiring. Big hello from Germany 🙋🏼♀️
I just love you 😍❤
My husband and I are on our journey, along with two kids, trying to find out, how many things we want in our house. We had a hard time the last two years and I often felt overwhelmed. My husband is originally a collector. So were his parents. His father died a year ago, his mom moved from a house to an apartement. He ended up emptying the house. The final day was today and there was so much stuff in it that ended up in the trash... it was and is eye-opening. One neighbour came over and said, that he starts to declutter because he does not want that his children will have to do the same and I am ver grateful that he learned also just by seeing my husband struggle with it. We still have a way to go but I am really looking forward to it. Sme decisions are not easy but I work my way through my stuff. I also like the mindset of minimalism and living more sustainable.
Really like your lifestyle!
78 years young and I’m becoming a minimalist! Thank u for helping me see a great path. God bless u and your wonderful family. Married 56 years to a fabulous man. 4 children,the twins were first. We live in a 5 th wheel and love almost every moment. Thanks again🌺
I'm a mom, and I'm a minimalist! My kids and my husband are on board now as well. We as a family enjoy our home and our life way more now.
Papers was always my problem area and last night I tackled it and as stressful as it felt in the moment it really was worth it. I hadn't realized that the papers weren't just taking up space around me but also in my mind aswell. I woke up feeling lighter and happy to have that checked off my mental list. Now after watching your video I'm going to tackle our closets 😄
Thankyou, loved the video. Im a mum of 3, soon to be 4 and have been dabbling in the idea of minimalism for a while, watching lots of vids and tackling my areas. It feels so good when i get stuff out of the house. I haven't missed 1 item as yet. I have marie kondoed my wardrobe but i think its time to attack it again. I am also currently going through the kids rooms 1 by 1 and donating alot, making a box of things i think they won't miss. Put it away for while in the garage and see how it goes. If they dont ask for it. I will donate.
The more i get rid of, the more i want to get rid of. I love your motto.
Comsume memories, not items. Thanks again.