50 THINGS I DO NOT BUY OR OWN » Minimalism & Simple Living

50 THINGS I DO NOT BUY OR OWN » Minimalism & Simple Living // It's been a while since I've last made a Things I don't buy anymore video. Or things I don't own. So I thought it was time to share an updated version with you guys! Last time it was a smaller list (10 things I don't buy anymore) but this time it's a lot longer, 50 things!

I think these lists are a great way to share our minimalist lifestyle and talk about how we can apply minimalism to our purchasing decisions. It can help to save money as well. Sharing what I stopped buying and sharing ideas for how to save money and live more simply is therefore one of my favorite things. :)

Of course, we're all different, and everyone's life is different. What works for me, may not work for you (and vice versa). So take from this video what you can use, and leave the rest. :)

What have you stopped buying? Share with me in the comments!

Lots of love,
🌼 Vera

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[SimpleHappyZen]

Thanks for watching, liking and subscribing! 🤗🌿 Which things do you no longer buy??

[barbarat]

After my mom passed away I had a hard time letting go of some of her things. I got through it by reminding myself that I have her DNA forever. What more do I need.

[jiho]

This pandemic has taught me that there are a lot of things I can do without. I have been able to save a ton of money because I'm not eating out or shopping for things I never needed in the first place.

[terrystarnes]

I no longer buy decorations, or collectables. I rarely wear makeup, & I only have two sheet sets . I am new to minimizing but am working toward it to cause me less stress & less time cleaning. We don’t need so much stuff to be happy.

[ChryslerPTCruiser]

Another great alternative to buying books is using the library :)

[hiroyukik]

I stop buying other people's opinions about me

[nadilakum]

I am also a minimalist myself, but I actually watch your videos only because I am learning English language, you speak very clearly and I understand you very well. Greetings from Holland.

[mircas]

I love how accepting you are if people have a different opinion. So refreshing!

[jessdalton]

I love how you don't spend a lot of time focusing on/speaking about one topic. You know how to minimize your lists and time getting directly to your point. Love it and your videos! :)

[shibolinemress]

Thanks for a great video!

I have a tip for reducing unnecessary gift clutter. I ask everyone not to buy me gifts, but instead to do something nice for someone else and then share what they did with me. That way love gets spread all around, and that's the best gift ever!

I used to keep some memorabilia, but then figured out that I could take pictures of the things and then donate or discard them. I now look at the pictures and reminisce much more often than I ever looked at the things themselves.

[breathewithkatiebrown]

This is so refreshing! So often YouTube videos are FULL of things to buy! I love hearing how you’ve simplified your life. Inspiring ❤️

[sejekkdette]

I think minimalism is about being aware of what you personally need in your daily life vs what want in the moment. Giving in to spontaneous urges is usually not going to benefit us in the long run. And while it might be really tempting to buy lots of Christmas decorations on sale it can also be really stressing to have a lot of stuff laying around, taking up space etc.

[barbaragrove]

Hi Vera! My younger sister passed away 2 years ago May 15th. That has been one of the hardest things I've ever had to deal with. She was my dearest, and closest friend. My life has not been the same since. I started not caring about anything and just wanted to be by myself. Last August, I made the decision to live again, and knew I had to make changes in my life. After making the decision to downsize my belongings, I came across your channel. I thought you were wonderful, and your calming influence and strategy ideas have really helped me in so many ways. I just wanted to say thank you. You don't realize how many lives you touch with your kind and gentle spirit. Keep doing what you're doing and may God bless you and keep you safe! ♥️

[trixiess]

I totally agree about the uncomfortable shoes!!! I finally made the decision that life is too short to worry with uncomfortable shoes/heels. I now wear mules, espadrilles, and slides if I need some height, but they are comfy.

[valkyrie]

After going through several coffee pots; I decided on my favorite: a pour-over cone! No moving parts. Makes coffee from boiling water just fine. Used one while camping and then wondered why I buy a machine to do that. Some have a fine mesh so you don't need to buy filters, either! Just one coffee cup.

[solazulnm]

From you I see that at the heart of minimalism can be a beautiful sense of self - of freely admitting what you like & don’t like with no apologies - and then giving yourself the permission to live that way - no need to ask anyone else.

[adrianadunsworth]

For those that simply dont want to give up physical books or simply cant budget for an Ereader right now, I have started checking out books from my local public library. Now im not spending $15 + on a new book every month and I dont have an over flowing bookshelf anymore!

[jenniferrichardson]

When you go the process of decluttering you’ll realize what you CAN really live without. Thanks for opening our eyes to what is important.

[cherylkane]

It's sad but even grocery shopping is stressful these days. I believe more people may embrace minimalism because of this virus episode in history. It has woken up a lot of people about what's important, including the need to save for a rainy day. Thanks for buying cruelty-free!

[dragana]

I don't own a Fitbit, but my mom can't live without it 😄
I think I could get rid of almost everything from this list except books, my car (not so good public transportation here...) and holiday decorations 😍 That makes me sooo happy every year! I rarely buy something new, but I could never trash anything I currently own.
Thank you Vera for opening my eyes for some of these stuff :)