The 7 Levels Of Minimalism (What Stage Are You In?)

Minimalism can help you live with less, declutter your home, and simplify your life. Maybe you want to stop buying unnecessary things or maybe you’re ready to live with only the essentials.

In this video, I share 7 levels of minimalism to help you figure out where you are on this journey. Whether you're just trying to tidy up a bit or you’ve been a minimalist for a long time, knowing these levels can guide you to the next steps 😊

These levels are something fun I came up with based on my own experiences, so don’t take them too seriously! There’s no official rulebook for minimalism, so everyone’s journey will look different. Find your own sweet spot and enjoy the benefits of living simply.

_______________________________________________

MORE RESOURCES 👍

_______________________________________________

OTHER SIMILAR VIDEOS FOR YOU 👇

50 Things I Quit To Simplify My Life | Minimalism

Simple Living Lessons That Changed My Life

_______________________________________________

MORE ABOUT SUNNY KIND JOURNEY 👐

_______________________________________________

MUSIC 🎵

Epidemic Sound

_______________________________________________

Affiliate Disclosure: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find products I love. While this channel may earn minimal sums if you purchase through the links, using the links will not cost anything and you are in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!

_______________________________________________

[karenebarker]

Levels 5-6. We sold 95% of our possessions 8 years ago when we retired. Bought a small RV and travel the USA. Never happier or more free! Things no longer have appeal but experiences do.

[idek_bye]

Time stamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:59 Lv 1 "Chaotic clutter"
2:47 Lv 2 "Organised clutter"
4:34 Lv 3 "Conscious consumer"
6:08 Lv 4 "Active simplifying"
7:58 Lv 5 "Intentional living"
10:14 Lv 6 "Extreme minimalism"
11:46 Lv 7 "Ascetic minimalism"

[LissandaEloria]

Currently at 4-5. I grew up with parents who kept everything, so I had to fight the hoarding mindset I learned from them to get there! It originates from a scarcity mentality in their case, as well as, for my Dad, the need to keep extensive documentation about everything he’s ever done.

They are still at Level 1 even now, acquiring more stuff every year.

Being in their large home stuffed to the seams makes me feel stressed and anxious. I’m really glad I worked through my own hoarding tendencies and have a very different approach to life.

[shreksoffspring]

I'm at level 6, I have the bare minimum for my apartment. Bed, table to eat, and desk to work at, that's all the furniture I have, and I'm happy as can be. Because I don't have a lot of things at home I'm "forced" to spend most of my time outside in nature or making friends. I also have saved so much money from this life over the past 4 years that I can easily afford to travel to different states/countries during breaks from work. The only real decoration I have is a tiny snake plant I've named Ted and a stuffed bear I've had since I was a child. And I feel like this is all I need to be happy

[Chamberofmirrors]

Ever since I started simplifying my life I notice how I see people truly see them, I don’t see their things but I notice small beautiful things that makes us all unique and it’s such a beautiful feeling.

[unaoltedal]

I’m at level 4. Actively decluttering my surroundings going into a new phase of my life. I want the freedom of level 5.

[lorablackbird]

I'm at level 6 and I love it! I just moved countries with only 3 suitcases and after 2 weeks started decluttering again. 😂 Right now I am renting a furnished appartment temporarily. And when I find a permanent place, I am not intending to buy more than the absolute minimum that I need.

[InVia-wdrodze]

I started my mimal journey when I was ... 13 years old!
I saw how many things my parents had when we moved to a new house. Now, almost 20 years later, I am on level 5, sometimes even 6 (on journeys).

Last time- I started my travel two months ago. I have a laptop for work, few piece of clothes, shoes for running and... That's it.
Great feeling!

[aliciadarnell]

My husband and I were at a 4 up until we moved this year, now we're more of a 5. Ironcially, our social circle changing in the way you described meant we had to get a second table for Bible studies and family meals, because we needed more seating we could move around and more places to put a book or a plate. As much as we enjoyed the empty space in the house, we valued having places for guests more.

[UnknownJorge]

I feel attacked at level 2 😅 I’ve been on my journey for a few months and after getting rid of what I thought was a lot I still have hundreds of DVDs, books, and video games I’ve never touched and probably never will. Just took pictures of the more collectible ones to put on eBay this weekend, and looking for a place to sell the game xtra clutter even if for a handful of dollars. But it’s a process and I’m working on it after realizing that this massive collection I’ve gathered is based on childhood trauma of poverty and now that I’m an adult with a good job I can afford to buy all this nonsense. I’m ready to let go. Thank you for this video, it came at the perfect time for me.

[Naomi-zdpk]

I’ve gone from level 2 to level 5 in the space of a few months. I feel like I have much more clarity, both mentally and physically, than I ever have before and it feels so liberating! I now want to tell everyone about this way of living, because i can see how miserable most people are - surrounded by unnecessary clutter (physical and emotional). I wish I had learned this lesson much earlier in life, but I can’t change the past… I can look forward to a much happier and calmer future though ❤

Thank you so much for your lovely videos, you are one of my favourite minimalist YouTubers to watch and I will be recommending your content to others starting out on this journey!

[MoriusTobius]

I'm on level 3, and i don't think I want to go any further. I like decorating my room with little stuff, I like buying figurines. They simply make me happy. Maybe i'll think differently in few years, but for now, level 3 seems the most appropriate to me :)

[gertxsi]

Level 2 currently. Aiming for level 4. For me, the hardest part is getting rid of things I've paid for and are hard to sell.

[sorayajaedicke]

Currently at level 4, aiming for level 5, but already really proud considering I used to be a shopaholic

[MonicaHancock-xmrx]

I started getting rid of my stuff extremely slowly yrs ago around 2010 without realizing cause every time I moved I'd get rid of stuff n when my cousins came to visit I would give them some clothes that didn't fit me anymore as I was getting older n n recently with my father having terminal cancer n just after going through Hurricane Milton..was able to clean out my patio n started getting rid of more stuff OMG .I'm at level without realizing it n I feel like I can breathe more n feel less anxious n I'm very proud of myself also having a 4 yr old boy n being a single mom it's not easy but Thank u sooo much u brought more clarity into my life n I love watching ur videos .Jax fl👍🙏🙏

[ericagreen]

I’m at levels 4-5 and I’m happy there. I might borrow a few things from 6-7 but I prefer moderation to anything extreme.

[ankeael]

I used to be at level 6 when I was moving to another country with 2 backpacks, over the past few years I fell back to level 4 but your video has opened my eyes and gave me the push I needed to declutter again. Thank you! 🙌

[beevie]

I am loving level 3, with occasional forays into 4 when needed. For most of the items I own, I don't think getting rid of it would make me feel more free. It would make me feel like I can no longer participate in the various activities I enjoy. I know my tools and sports equipment are ugly and occasionally messy, but I love using them all!

Ok fine, I'm not excited about my old hatd drives. I'll tackle those next.

[martina.]

4, 5 for me :-) Having kids, a partner for some of the time and also inheriting posessions makes minimalism an uphill thing. When I was younger it was a solid 6, but I was often criticised for it. "Neurotic" and "sterile surroundings" is what I was told. I managed to ignore it as I always valued the clarity and peace it gave me and I aspire to return to it when my youngest child leaves the house. Until then, I live a good compromise and living with a loved one far outweighs further simplifying. Let me also say that I was very grateful for the minimalism movement when it finally took off. It was good to see that I was not alone, least of all "neurotic" in my endeavour not to be weighed down by things. I have considered myself a minimalist for over 40 of my currently 58 years and I will continue to be one. Thank you for all your lovely videos Seve.

[Ph.C]

Level 4. I've gone through a massive decluttering episode this year, and I'm left with a set of possessions that I currently consider to be a functional minimum for my lifestyle. I occasionally will purchase things on impulse, but it's never to add anything new, but to upgrade/replace things that I already have and use on a daily basis. I've been sleeping on a futon on the floor for years and see no reason to get a classic bed anymore. Most furniture is gone too.