The Biggest Mistake People Make When Trying Minimalism

Today I want to share the biggest mistake(s) that people make when trying to pursue minimalism or keep a messy home clean.

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[nancyc]

I realized I enjoy shopping because of the people I connect with while shopping. I enjoy the experience. Especially the higher end stores. You get a one on one experience. I enjoy meeting new and different people. The problem was I then felt good and bought something in the moment when I really didn’t need it. Once I figured this out, I have stayed away from these type of boutiques.

[juliejohnson]

Just want to say I enjoy your videos. I have MS too. I’m not able to be as active as I’d like to be so I spend my time decluttering. It’s something I can do at my own pace. I give my unwanted things away on the local Buy Nothing Facebook group so recipients just come to my front porch to get stuff. Minimizing my closet has been the most rewarding of all the decluttering jobs so far. Strangely, my other favorite activity is watching the Crazy Lamp Lady go thrift store shopping. Watching others shop fulfills my urge to get out there and shop and doesn’t create any clutter.

[Literallyarealhuman]

It just helps having you calmly talking us through this

[Literallyarealhuman]

During Covid I gave up drinking and dining and subbed with shopping cause it makes more sense if you get to keep the stuff… anyway I want to vomit thinking about all this junk I now have to deal with. Less is more and I’m so happy Covid is over

[lisagotkin]

Instead of no gifts, I like perishable gifts like baked goods, chocolate, a plant, flowers, fancy vinegar or olive oil. I have hoarder relatives and I only give them baked goods bc they don’t need anything else to hoard.

[sandramaki]

Loved this video! ❤❤❤ I am doing a no buy quarter one 2023 and this just reminds me that I have ENOUGH stuff. You are wonderful 😊!

[leek]

You always make sense and your ideas are very doable. Thanks for not going off the deep end on minimalism as some do. You are looking well and hope that indicates that your health is good. Best wishes in 2023.

[dagnajab]

Gosh, your tone of voice is the most soothing thing on youtube. I found you a few days ago and I am listening to everything, one by one :)

[caseyodem]

Communicating with others is very import! I totally agree.

[MsBubu]

Happy new year Elin! I also think that stream lining what’s coming in is important and not many people talk about this. I’ve been more serious about my minimalism journey since 1.5 years and I always question myself about purchases. It is so tiring though I was talking about that with my boyfriend yesterday. Before I used to go to thrift store all the time. Now maybe once a month or two. I dont go shopping in malls that much because I live in a remote place and the stores here are not so great. So I go maybe 3-4 times a year. It helps but then again when I go I want to take advantage of it! It’s a lifelong battle for me. Thank you Elin!

[nadaalbannai]

Brilliant! It’s symptoms not the real source

[hanciastefanski]

I am making a great progress cleaning and decluttering thanks to your great tips. Thank you Elin 🌳

[CadetRedShirt]

Could i ask for a more in depth on how to be an accountability partner for someone? What questions do we askof someone else, what would be no-nos? I havent seen many videos on how to help someone that trusts you with being their accountability partner o:

[fkrjfjl]

I single never married my sister live with me i own my own home and im a marble installer bath and body shower's for 25 years . Coolcat dan ❤❤❤❤❤

[jeanninelaila]

Hey Eilin! I love love your videos. Do you mind sharing what apps you use to edit your transitions and texts etc ?

[verreal]

Stuff doesn't "come into" your home by itself. You or a family member bought it, or received it as a gift.

[littleleafy]

Imposter syndrome is a shopping trigger for me. If I buy the adult things, maybe people will acknowledge that I am an adult… I’m almost 40 and still feel this way!

[akirarza]

From where are your lovely bed sheets?

[rachellbc]

What’s your opinion on the Amazon trend on TikTok with people having storefronts and influencing people to overconsume on Amazon

[fkrjfjl]

I going to pause you need to take a shower