10 Minimalist Habits That Save Me MONEY and TIME

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[James-olrw]

As you may be aware, regarding wearing the same colors/style every day, Albert Einstein always appeared to be wearing the same suit every day. When asked about this, he explained that he had seven identical outfits that he changed into each day. When asked why, he said that having to think about what clothes to wear every day for variety was to him, a waste of thinking time and effort, that he would rather use thinking about more important things. Genius!

[lindar]

I love when you say if you can't afford to pay for it twice, you can't afford to pay for it once. This is so true and I wish everyone would take that advice. BTW - Levi is absolutely adorable!

[potapotapotapotapotapota]

My best minimalism tip is to get rid of (or use up) everything in your pantry, fridge and freezer and only buy ingredients for things you are currently cooking. Then use up all those ingredients before you decide to cook something else. Otherwise you will slowly have a whole bunch of random ingredients that will one day go off just cluttering up your storage space and in turn cluttering up your mind and causing you to give up cooking altogether. You can have stock ingredients in the fridge/pantry, like sugar and butter and milk, etc. But you really don't need that random bottle of oyster sauce and that walnut oil or those harissa seasonings. They will just go off before the time you use them next.

[georgeandrews]

My favorite tool is the 30 day list. If I get the urge to buy something that isn't an absolute need, it goes on my 30 day list. If I still want it 30 days later I will probably buy it. This is the ultimate cure for buyers remorse. You'd be surprised how few items make it 30 days and how much money you'll save.

[CassieDavis]

When I find slacks and a top appropriate for home and streetwear and comfortable, I buy 7-10 of each. (I work remotely.) (I buy extra in case the manufacturer discontinues the article of clothing.) People think I have only one pair of slacks and one top. They don't know that I have multiples of each. The slacks and tops can be washed together. One less decision. Accessories can break the monotony. I love it.

[frankalexander]

Minimalism takes maturity, self discipline and self confidence.

[liftpanic]

I don't go paperless because if something happened to me, my next of kin would have to constantly monitor my email account. I get more peace of mind knowing there will be paper reminders of when things are due.

[Diabolik]

I do a "taskbox" of boring cleaning/organizing tasks that help keep stuff tidy. It's just a box with 3x5 note cards with certain trouble areas that if done weekly, keeps the house nice. I pick one at random per day and do it. Once completed, the card goes in the done section of the box. If this is kept up with, it is super easy to clean next time with even less effort. You don't get overwhelmed with a million things to do.

[ConwayBob]

Your channel, which I discovered only a few months ago, already has changed my life for the better. Thanks, Nicole, for doing what you do. Live long and prosper!

[ronaldzeoli]

I like getting notifications that you have a new video out.

[robinedwards]

"System" is the key. Have a system developed for everything that routinely keeps you and your home functioning. Takes WAY less bandwidth than having to strategize and restrategize. ☺

[akula]

What is the point of instagram? All I see are people craving attention and validation. It’s like Facebook, another time sink.

[micajahsmom]

Alot of your list is easy for me since I am retired. I dont need a big wardrobe amymore so i have 7 pairs of jeans, 7 tops. I cook all my own meals so i dont spend money on going out. I am fortunate to live in a very nice retirement community that is also subsidized so my rent is quite low and manageable on a fixed income. You have lots of good ideas and i am enjoying watching your videos.

[lynnoorman]

My added tip would be 'never leave a room empty handed'. In this way folk tidy up as they go along. Also, the very old one of 'a place for everything and everything in its place!. I love the 'buying it twice' idea - im gonna copy that one! Thank you Nicole. Big fussess for the gorgeous Levi!

[gretelwhite]

I so do the clothes thing. Comfortable jeans and short or long sleeved tee shirts and jumpers does it for me, no decisions, no complications and virtually no shopping! Win!

[wwvguhc]

I'm 51 and looking at early retirement. I'm actively making lifestyle changes so I can be financially and mentally prepared for the transition. This video gave me some good ideas, especially buying it twice.

[anafallas]

You’re the best thing that happened to me last year lol
Also, I started minimalism bc of what I see being a Hospice nurse … I love love being a minimalist

[Nikki-eczb]

Could you please do a video on showing a few of your favorite batch cooking recipes?

[davea]

I generally shower at night. Started this habit while working at a steel mill. Even though I spent most of my time in the office, I needed the shower before bed.

[gracesimplified]

Thanks for the clever idea of “match your wants”. I’m going to do it. 👍🏼

I feel the same way about showering before bed. However, I do sometimes end up with a major bed head🤡
I’ve already implemented the other habits but still could improve on the food prep.
I noticed that most minimalist content creators are living as a couple with young kids, or living alone. Living with other adults of a different mind set can make for other challenges.
So learning to stress less over other people’s messes is an opportunity for me to clean up my internal clutter.