What is Minimalism? (Minimalism Basics Ep. 1)

Today we’re going back to the basics! What is minimalism? What are the benefits of minimalism? What are the drawbacks? Why can it be so difficult to simplify and declutter your own home? What myths might be holding you back? Full Minimalism Basics Playlist: :: IN THIS VIDEO (what I’m commonly asked about!):: My earrings: s1YtxZy-_Nig6k_yRPmxnw My shirt: :: RECENTLY MENTIONED :: Tom’s YouTube Channel (Rusty Judgment): @RustyJudgment Buy the Bundt Cake Book (& Donate) here: Decluttering by Faith Devotional: LOOKING FOR MORE SUPPORT? We have a few ways that we can come alongside you: 1) PRIVATE DECLUTTERING GROUP: This takes place in a private Facebook group. Here’s what you can expect: - 5-10 minute videos each weekday with guided decluttering tasks - monthly themes, weekly challenges - 1 hour live guided decluttering sessions twice a month for accountability - encouragement & support from other members - cost is $15/month This is ideal if you’re looking for more motivation & accountability. To learn more and to sign up, visit here: 2) DECLUTTER YOUR HOME IN 15 MINUTES A DAY WORKBOOK: This workbook is designed to walk you through decluttering each area of your home in 15 minute lessons. - 168 full color pages - easy to follow lessons designed for limited time & energy - our key concepts (like inventory, the silent to-do list, the endowment effect & more) are spread throughout the book, too Ideal for those looking for a self-paced guidebook to declutter their home quickly & efficiently. The workbooks are $20 (digital or spiral bound) Shipping: $4 flat rate domestic US Find more details here: 3) DECLUTTER YOUR HOME IN 15 MINUTES A DAY COURSE: Declutter Your Home in 15 Minutes a Day course: In the Declutter Your Home in 15 Minutes a Day course we go through the workbook, breaking down specific areas of your home in detail to be able to declutter faster and with more confidence. If you want to know specifics (like how many of each thing to keep) this course is for you. .................................. :: TIME STAMPS :: 00:00 Back to the Basics of Minimalism 00:55 How is Minimalism Defined? 01:49 What Minimalism is to me 02:21 What are the benefits of Minimalism? 04:25 What are the drawbacks of Minimalism? 06:28 But how did we get here? 08:33 Minimalism Myths :: DECLUTTERING PLAYLISTS :: New to our channel & Minimalism? Start Here :: Kitchen Decluttering :: Storage Spaces :: Kids’ Toys :: Sentimental Things :: :: OUR AMAZON STOREFRONT :: :: Thank you for your support! :: C U R R E N T L Y R E A D I N G :: “Get Your Life Back“ by John Eldredge: “Essentialism“ by Greg McKeown: :: LISTEN FOR FREE ON AUDIBLE :: 🖤 FACEBOOK: 🖤 INSTAGRAM: :: M O S T P O P U L A R O N O U R B L O G R I G H T N O W :: Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake: Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars: Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake: Minimal Mom Frog Planner: Minimalist Meal Planning System: #minimalism #familyminimalism #minimalist :: M O S T P O P U L A R V I D E O S R I G H T N O W :: 57 Things We No Longer Buy: Organized Minimalist HOUSE TOUR: Cook MORE, Clean LESS: How to Declutter WITHOUT Making a Mess: The Silent To-Do List: **AFFILIATE LINKS! THANK YOU!!!** .............. 🛍 Affiliate links: 📷 Camera #1 (that I LOVE!! We made our first 450 video with this & still highly recommend): Canon G7X Mark II 📷 Camera #2 (also really like & easy to use!): Canon M50 with Sigma 16mm Lens and shotgun mic 🖤 Tripod: .............. Royalty-free music used with permission from the YouTube Creator Studio, Epidemic Sound and purchased from