My Current Essentials as a Minimalist

#essentials #everydaycarry

Today I go over a few of my most used things as of lately, and why I have them.

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Hey everyone. My name is Nicholas and I make videos most about my experiences with minimalism, frugal living, tech, and things of that nature 🌱. So if that sounds good to you consider subscribing and I'll see you in the next one ✏️

[neilschipper]

what a fantastic tool to have! I've been journaling since the 1970s, I write everything, everything down. The good, the bad, the negative. It's a great tool to teach you who you are and how to solve your problems by going back and researching your daily daily habits.

[AnnieGill]

I don’t often comment on your videos, but I do enjoy them, look forward to them and they are a value. They remind me of things that I have done and probably need to go back to or just how to keep it simple, so, therefore, thank you once again!

[ysalvarita]

I own the same Timex watch in navy blue strap. Got it back in 2018 and until today I still wear it.
Unlined page journals are my go to. Simple and clean.

[kat]

Loved your video😊 I have been enjoying journaling for years- I find that I can even journal in an app on my phone (no clutter, easy if stuck somewhere with nothing to do) but I also have a paper journal for curling up and downloading peacefully. I think this activity is crucial for keeping me grounded and it actually helps me make decisions as I work through issues or complications. Our minds are so incredible and allowing them the space to float free flowing thoughts is very beneficial to our mental health. Thanks so much for highlighting how easy and minimal this is! ❤

[YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

I decided to live a minimalist lifestyle when I turned 30 years old. Quit drinking, smoking, and quit any negative and unproductive habits in my daily life. It’s been a “journey” let’s just say and I love every single day of it ! I don’t care if people don’t understand my mindset or if they say I’m just being “cheap” by not splurging on material possessions or indulging in consumerism. I needed the lifestyle change for my mental and emotional health 💙 I’m still human though and no better or worse than the next person. I just choose to live a little more consciously from now on ! 🙏 to each his own ! ✌️

[jacquelinemcgowan]

Thank you for sharing
I keep a small note book in my bag, I put alsorts of things in it. on the front off the note book I attach a clip so I can add a shopping list or to do list and that way I do not even need to open my book. I also decorate my book with little things that bring back memories like a photo or a ticket from a concert, its nice to look back on. Also keep a list of books I want to read, and the visual makes me happy.

[LA-wvgf]

My off brand Fitbit is similarly an essential. Old school child of the 80s, I like seeing what time it is without having my phone. With getting older, making sure im meeting my daily step goal.

[realmar]

I like that you didn't clutter the video that everything you carry, just the considered things that people may not think of

[claudiam]

Make a video about your kitchen stuff, your bread maker. Tell us your bread recipe 👋🏻

[FreeRangex]

I love your vids Nicholas. I bought Greg McKeown’s book on essentialism per your advice and it’s the most I’ve read in years.

[Murk.mp]

the cinematography has elevated since I last saw. kudos Nicholas!

[BosunMJames]

Every man should have a watch he wears everyday. I think wearing a watch just keeps a man more responsible with their time and appointments since there's something on your arm that occasionally reminds you that time is always moving foward whether you are or not. And I don't mean a smart watch either. In my opinion, and it's just my opinion, I'll never understand how smart watches ever became a thing. The companies that sell smart watches had to create a problem in order to validate their product which is ultimately just another distraction from the real world.
I struggled with journaling when I first started for exactly the same reason mentioned in the video. What do people write about all the time in these journals? I tried a lot of different methods until I discovered what's called "bullet journaling". I originally started with the cookie cutter shell that can be learned from a variety of channels on YouTube. Over time, I was able to tailor the bullet journal to fit my needs. When I say, over time, I mean it took about 2 years of tailoring the system until I found a format that suited my idea of what I wanted to get out of journaling.
I'm fairly new to your content Nicholas but of all the channels I've seen talking about minimalism this is the most straightfoward approach that isn't, ironically, so commercialized like other creators with their completely white asthetic that just makes the concept of minimalism look like nothing more than another take on contempary interior design that was so popluar in the late 80's early 90's. Your content actually expresses a workable example of the principles of minimalism and I think that's what people are really looking for when considering this kind of lifestyle.

[LarsDahlin]

Yet another great video.
I seem to have layers of current essentials. On my person, in my jacket, in my backpack, in my office bag, and in the car.
Love to have stuff that may be expensive but foremost with excellent quality.
Keep up he good work!

[JakobHelm]

Owning only one cap that gets worn daily is like owning only a couple of boxer shorts - minimalism should end here :) i take my caps all black nike cap in the shower and wash them out with shampoo. 3 caps do the job as one of them is usually wet.

[TraceyBergum]

Journaling is a daily for me helps to just get it all out. Your hair looks awesome btw!!!

[alanrobisonPD]

Great channel and great presentation of your edc items. Wish the video was longer!! Greetings from Southern California, this is Alan.

[philliphinkle]

Ive been trying to minimize my life as well. I hadn't really thought about the hats, I just always wear one. I have a few, but for me, after having skin cancer and pre cancers removed, a hat has become essential. I guess, I just don't think about it much.

[Bitbi]

I love your videos, Nicholas! Thanks for sharing 🧡

[puneet]

I used to have a timex weekender. But now i wear a Fitbit band to track my sleep and Heartbeat. This is something medically advised to me, otherwise i remember my time of 2014, i used to wear that classic one

[philghammond]

I'm so glad that the youtube algorithms pushed your videos my way. Have only been subscribed a few months but always get something valuable each time. Keep up the good work!

Phil (Canberra, AUS)