The toxic side of Minimalism no one talks about

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[txspacemom]

Stop using social media to dictate what feels right for you. I've been a minimalist for 30 years and it's not what you see on social media. I like a clean, neat space, I have some color on my walls and crystal chandeliers. My wardrobe is denim, pink, purple, white and black. I do not own the starter box of salt lamps, essential oils and all white. Minimalism keeps getting rebranded. At first, it was the 100 thing challenge, then tiny houses came into the mix, then we moved to living out of a suitcase, digital nomad, then came the "expensive" minimalist and now I've noticed it is about comfortable minimalism. As far as judgement, blah to that. Do you!

[Lulaluna]

Thank you for this!!! People don’t realize true minimalism isn’t falling for the marketing definition of it.

[ashlynnkaplan]

I always wondered why minimalism took on a particular aesthetic. I understand that these are versatile colors, but it makes everyone and every hole look the same. I really enjoy some color and vintage items with a story; it makes for more interest even though I do like neutrals and mix in vibrate color. I’ve definitely succumbed to getting rid of too much! I took the opposite approach, instead of asking, “what can I get rid of?” I started asking, “what do I need?” I would look at what I needed and everything else around that I got rid of. It really, greatly reduced regretful decluttering!

[danie]

Minimalism is good for mental health. I have always felt drained and our when I come home. As soon as I started changing my home to white and soft neutral colors, I'm starting to feel more light and calm.

[emmaculate]

I’m noticing when it comes to my home, over time the things you own give it personality. I’ve been introducing vintage/colors and I’m happier. It feels home-y

[MeMommyEms]

We all fall in that aesthetic vibe. But as we knew more about minimalism, we realize that it doesn’t have to be that way. Minimalism is a journey and we will forever learn more about it.

[MinnieMousey]

i really like the Marie Kondo approach to minimalism. keep only what sparks joy. but that requires being really honest with yourself and asking yourself if it truly sparks joy and why.

[jessicaevans]

I appreciate what your saying, reality vs Instagram reality. Neutrals make things larger and match well, it’s an aesthetic thing for cameras. Know, I can see wanting an aesthetic that pleases you, because if I only have 4 things… I really want to love them.

[viktoria]

This relates to me so much to people being drawn to homes that look like right out of a furniture store. A home is supposed to be cozy n make u feel safe. Life is colourful and whatever u combine, it might even be awful- as long as there is NO corner with random stuff, i ask myself if theres anyone living there. Feel cozy and warm at home, its YOUR HOME! Wherelse r u gonna apply ur rules of living so u can feel completely comfortable? Its ur place, ur cave, ur nest- if u stress about it, theres no place in the world where ur free. Greets

[amberp]

I’m not a Minimalist, but I am an extremely neat and organized person. I have a place for everything in my house and I know where all of belongings in my house r suppose to go. Even my 2 year old knows where everything goes. It makes my life easier, bc when the house gets messy, everyone knows exactly where that belonging’s spot is. Also, I have 5 children. 22, 20, 17, 14 & 2. When my oldest 4 children were little, everyone has their own toy box. ALL of their toys had to b able to fit into their toy box, if it didn’t, they had to decide what to keep and what to donate. Especially, close to the holidays, me and my children would go through their things and they would pick out toys or clothes that they didn’t like anymore or play with and give them to someone in need. Fast forward from having my first child at 21 and then having my 5th & last child at 41. She knows exactly where her toys go. Of course, I’m older, remarried, smarter & wiser but the concept is the same. I have money to buy her things at my age, 44, that I couldn’t do in my 20’s w/my other 4. She knows where her books go, bc I bought her a little bookshelf that the books just slide down in there and it’s a little shorter than her. She can put her toys away bc they go in the ottoman that doubles as a toy box for downstairs and she has a toy box for upstairs. U can b a Minimalist or very organized, even when u become a mother bc u r in control of what cones in the house and what doesn’t. I’ve learned that kids don’t need 15 outfits, 30 pairs of socks and 10 pairs of pj’s. I have a washing machine and they can only wear one outfit at a time. I also use the rule that when I bring something new into the house, I try to see if I can let something else in my house go. Sometimes I do and sometimes I don’t. My middle daughter has always had trouble keeping her room clean and organized. I told her that u HAVE to own your things, or your things will own u. I told her, it’s your stuff. Don’t let it stress u out. If it’s stressing u out and you’re not using it, it doesn’t fit, u don’t sleep with your stuffed animals anymore, then just let it go. Like u were saying, u have to do what works for u and your lifestyle. I don’t stress my house and my things, bc if I don’t know where they go, how the hell r your kids suppose to know where they go? U can’t blame them. I’m sure u will keep an inventory of your children’s possessions and when they outgrow their toys, clothes etc…u will pass it on to someone else. Great video!!

[nanny]

OMG! I’ve been waiting for someone to bring the topic up of over decluttering and asking yourself if you will need it even as far away as a year because part of a minimalist lifestyle is not overspending and why should you repurchase anything? I think they should be especially true for the lucky ones you have a house big enough with attic storage or basement storage or garage storage where they can pack it away and it does not have to be a part of their day-to-day life until necessary. So, thank you again because it’s been driving me crazy that no one talks about this and I can’t imagine how I’m the only one who feels this way.

[maix]

As a minimalist, I prioritize functionality in every little thing I own.

[dottiedavis]

My minimalism: 7 shirts from the thrift store for $20. Lime green, purple, lavender, red plaid, flowered, etc. The minimalist part is that $20 made me happy. Figure out what makes YOU happy and BE HAPPY!🌸🌸🌼🌼

[comicgirl]

Wow. I think this is your best video! Girl, I have been wanting to say pretty much everything you said in this video about minimalism FOR YEARS! I’m not a minimalist but I do not have anything against it personally. I actually respect it in theory. The point of minimalism, from my understanding, is to essentially not have too many things you don’t need, which I agree with in theory, but my problem has always been that a lot of minimalist I see take it way too far, like your closet has to be practically empty because you only need to have what you need. I don’t think being “minimal” should be all about exactly how many items you own and there is more to life than just how many things you have. Your home doesn’t have to look like a department store by having a whole lot of stuff, but your home doesn’t have to look practically bare with ONLY a few items to get you by everyday. Personally it sounds more stressful to have to work with very very little than to work with an average amount of stuff that gives you some options as well. So in short, I agree with everything you said and it’s about time somebody said this. 😊😘

[Kimmy-rhry]

For me, trying to live a more wholesome and mininimal lifestyle has nothing to do with color or an empty space.
It has to do with pairing down the clutter, being organized, respecting the space i have in my home, not buying everything i see, learning to say no, just window shopping instead of going in the store, saving instead of spending and growing my nest egg and not overcrowding the rooms I have in my home. Its a lifestyle that ecompasses so many areas. Its not about color, or empty rooms.
I think it means something different to everyone .
I've been decluttering and buying less. Keeping things that have true meaning and add value to my life. And Kyra, dont beat your self up about your channel . you cant compare yourself to those people making big bucks on youtube
Those channels are the die hard vloggers that post everyday, non stop, and super duper savvy famous personalities with a million subs.
You'll get there love. Slow and steady wins the race, and quality over quantity wins in the long run and has longevity.
💙

[hken]

I wouldn’t exactly call myself a minimalist but I’m getting there … my apartment is basically just random pieces of furniture, a combination of mine and my boyfriends different tastes from when we used to live separately. It used to bother me that nothing matches but you’re so right Kyra! Why would I go by a new table when I have one already that serves its purpose? It’s a waste of money plus it creates even more waste in the world!

[happyjourneywithlynn]

Used to like bright I like several shades of neutral colors...black, whites, grays, khakis with my clothes, but with items being used I get what I can afford no matter what color it is and has to have 2 to 3 purposes.

[justagirluwu]

This is why i follow you, I’m gonna be honest ive never thought of you or your space as aesthetic and this is why I loved your channel. I think it represents the natural and ideal way of minimalism. You keep it real 💕 and i can learn many things from you. Having ‘aesthetic’ is just so draining and makes it not fun and stressful.

[audreyjulian]

I love that way, I buy what I need everyday. But not the same for my kids. I love zero waste too, I use a diva cup, menstrual painties, & pads. My Electric tooth brush is like 10 years old just get a different head every 3 months. & use the old one to clean the bottom of the windows. I own 2 blankets, but my anxiety buys my kids back ups. But I go with what I need everyday. Don’t need like 40 shirts I got 5 shirts

[prettybullet]

I still remember watching a you tube video of a minimalist who could pack everything he owned into one bag and had no furniture in his apartment. He kept throwing out his only cooking pan and then would have to purchase another one later on when he needed it.