20 Things I Don't Buy or Pay For [Minimalism - Money Saving - Zero Waste]

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[pac]

As an 'older' woman I grew up with parents who were in their teens during WW2, so having to be very frugal during that time, my parents learned never to be wasteful. The motto was:
"Use it up, wear it out.
Make it do, or do without".

We learned to sew, mend, iron, bring our shoes to a shoemaker, take care of our clothes, and of course use up leftovers.

Now in these ridiculously expensive economic times, me and my sisters - all with families - are not feeling terribly deprived of much since we have always learned to be thrifty wherever it's practical. Good lessons for all times and situations.

[kimb]

Hey, retired librarian here. My libraries don’t have smelly books. 😆 Great video except for that comment. I also have an iPhone 7. My kids kid me but it works great!

[jimlaregina]

Telling the truth gets you in much more trouble than telling lies ever does, so it pleases me to see so many comments praising you.

[sunnyside]

You’re such a capitalism fighter! I loved this video and I really wish I listened to this when I was a teenager! Thanks you Nicole ❤

[catkasimir]

Totally on board with the branded clothing. We should get paid for wearing them.😃

[AndyBHome]

I rejected plastic storage containers in my kitchen for 20+ years. My wife eventually convinced me to get a big variety package of plastic bags. That was about 7 years ago. I'm glad I did. I don't use them much, and I often reuse them many times before I throw them out. I still have that same jumbo pack of plastic bags that I believe cost about $8. I never microwave anything in plastic.

[ltv]

I love your honesty & vulnerability! Esp your sense of humour! Never stop being UNIQUELY YOU. Loving all your content. Keep em coming xx

[Nick-Nasty]

I love the library so much. I get video games there too, which is one of my favorite hobbys. The library has saved me SO much money

[Sapanator]

About the Holiday decor. Most of us that do it either have children or enjoy the aesthetic of it. I agree that it can get expensive easily but my family finds the challenge fun. Every year we make a new piece of decoration. So everything is DIY, cheap, and full of fun memories. just my two cents.

[MittBritt]

Watching your videos have compelled me to make some changes in my expenses. After only watching a few vids and subscribing. I’ve saved $100 a month.

[jennybanana]

Yes to most of it! Agree with all points in principle, however I often buy new books from the local bookstore. I think bookstores are worth supporting because they often also do a lot to promote reading and for the community.

[lula]

I bought a French Press on Amazon for $26.00 and the coffee tastes better than Starbucks. The best $26.00 bucks I ever spent!

[maryclarke]

I agree with most of what you said, and don't buy a lot of things you don't buy or pay for, but I can't understand the judgment for others who do. For instance, to many people getting a card with a well-thought out message means a lot, and you can get cards fairly cheap at the dollar store. Also with Uber, I have a car and don't use Uber regularly, but I've done it a few times when my car was in the shop and no one was available to shuttle me back and forth to the mechanic's. There are a lot of good reasons for using them besides going out and getting plastered! ;) I think you are very wise beyond your years about money, but tolerance for people who are doing their best and not hurting anyone is an important lesson as well. Just MHO.

[reginafisher]

I'm wondering if you have actually ever been in an out house, I have, and I can tell you that bath & body candles do not smell like that outhouse I used to have to go to. I remember when my grandparents got plumbing I also remember having to go to the outhouse a lot. I don't think you would be able to handle it if you think bath and body candles smell like an outhouse.

[TheChlobo]

i don't necessarily agree with everything you say, but i LOVE your passion and tips and adherence to ur values. glad i found ur channel!!!

[bethanyg]

If you aren’t in an area that someone can give you a ride, an Uber to the airport can save you a bunch over parking at the airport.

[leahaf]

Libraries - lots of libraries have a certain amount of e-books, with an app to read them. It's great if you're on a reading kick, because you can literally borrow a book at 2am if you're in the mood. Also if you forget to return them, they just automatically go back at the end of the borrowing period. I like physical books too, but it can be a pain to keep going back/forth to the library if you're getting through a lot of books.

[JohnS-erjh]

I agree with the vast majority of these things you listed (not spending money on). Sometimes I do spend money on some of these items, but its never on a regular basis and I am always looking for ways to save money. When, I needed prescription eyeglasses (I bought Reading glasses at a pharmacy for $10, they were essentially the same frames you buy at optical place for $50 or more) and I just removed the lenses. I take the frames to an optical store and I get a quote on new frames plus lenses first. Then I tell them I am on a budget and ask how much just for the lenses if I provide my own frames (Its always cheaper, I don't care what they say on their advertisement material).

[leannab]

Interesting. I agree with a lot of what you said. But some people are soothed and comforted by some essential oil smells. Some don’t use that to “cover up” other smells. I can’t explain why, but the smell of spearmint essential oil relaxes me and is better than any anti anxiety pill out there.

[ANT]

You were feisty in this one 😂. It cracked me up