The 10 Most Important Things to Minimize in Your Life

“Purity and simplicity are the two wings with which man soars above the earth and all temporary nature.” —Thomas à Kempis

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You can read more tips in my book, The Minimalist Home.

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[bediha]

No fluff, no filler words, no cutesy stuff... just enough words on point! 👍🏻

[thesadyellow]

"Sacrifice luxury today to enjoy freedom tomorrow."

[bboggs]

The bad news: after viewing your videos, I no longer have patience for the ones I previously watched as they don't get to the point like you do. The good news: When I am in a store, I always hear yours words in the back of my mind and don't buy as much as I used to. You are so correct that simplifying one's life is the true path to contentment!

[TheFrugalWife]

Simplicity brings peace. I recently started simplifying and I feel this special peace and joy.

[paulinehillson]

Great video. Are you listening to the people that complain you talk to slow? I think your speech is very clear and intentional. Don’t change for them. 💗

[myrnarenoud]

I’m often criticized for not multitasking....my critics say multitasking is necessary for getting things accomplished and every woman is good at it! I’ve never been good at It just causes me stress! Thanks for making me feel better about it!

[leahveal]

These are great suggestions! I cut out watching TV, buying magazines with celebrities on them, going to movies, and listening to most music. That was the best choice I've made and so glad I did it. I cut all the relationships out of my life that were draining and stressing me out. I did a low buy year in 2015 and it was amazing. I set a goal to do another low buy year this year.

P.S. I also cut out Facebook for 8 months of 2019 and I didn't miss it.😃 I quit other platforms long before that though.

[letitiabaker]

A thought ... Add to the list, less criticism of yourself & others and less comparison for a more joyful life. 💌

[haraldhammer]

Love how your videos are always just concise and short!

[kape]

This is the most inspiring channel I know. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and experiences with us.

[TheCelestialhealer]

Very very to the point. I am reaping the benefits of minimalism already after a year. I am getting the hang of it. It started with my apartment, continued with food, commitments... a bit strange not being so busy and resting and enjoying more... Thank you, I will continue.

[TylerAndToast]

You talk at a good speed and your hair looks real.

[flomar]

Love connect with real people and events, my newest goal!

[suzannecorey]

I lived a minimalist life for a long time and didn't realize that was what it was. Now on a fixed income, finding it necessary to do it again. It is a challenge but it is kind of fun. These videos are very encouraging.

[cindyedwards]

I used to find everyday was spent of organizing or moving junk from one place to another because i was always collecting more crap, i gave away to others donated to a local mission store, and trashed the rest-im free!

[mgrotzka]

Thank you for making me reflect on my life 🙂

[elizabethwilson]

Joshua Becker, you are my pastor. Whenever I need a spiritual lift I can find you on Youtube.

[ruby.lovefit]

Right now, with the earthquakes happening in Puerto Rico, reducing my possessions again has been crossing my mind. It's stressful to think about having to leave the island, but I thought of I start reducing again now maybe it will be a great distraction and make it easier if I do end up moving.

[alexb.poetry]

I appreciate how you didn’t fluff around and just went through the 10 points.

[BarbaraEyre]

Love his example concerning negative thoughts. SO MANY people do this online ... and just don't see it.