Extreme Minimalism: How To Live With 150 Things (Or Less)

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Published 2024-04-25
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Learn why there is nothing "extreme" about extreme minimalism — and how to best implement it. You CAN liberate yourself from the shackles of consumerism.

✏️ In This Episode:
00:00 Why Extreme Minimalism?
01:42 How To Go About Decluttering
02:36 Do a Test Drive

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All Comments (21)
  • @SoftHomebase
    I really love the 4 or 5 minute long form content. It says the extact same amount a 10 to 20 minute video would.
  • @johnepic2422
    I'm surprised but I also started thinking differently. I'm tired of crap sitting on my shelves and getting dust. Minimalism is the way to go. There are few things I can't live without, but most I can just walk by. I'm also sick and tired of consumerism, this needs to stop. Nice vid btw
  • @emmatrigg9855
    I'm already a minimalist, but I'm absolutely fascinated and have experimented with 'extreme' minimalism. I'm of the same belief as you; that extreme minimalism isn't actually extreme at all and is a just a label now attached to it because we're used to owning so much stuff now. So anything less now feels extreme.
  • I am an extreme minimalist who lives with a toddler and in our own home. It suprises me daily how much we dont need. This week we decluttered our toaster and kettle and its incredible because at one time or another I thiught they were absolute needs. No. They are wants. Especially because we have working stove top and frying pan and pot who can do both.
  • @RextonWendell
    Transitioning from a high fashion collector to a milimalist, honestly it's been over a year & I have gotten rid of a lot of stuff, but it is still challenging to minimise my wardrobe, sometimes watching content like this helps me to let things go. So inspiring! Thank u so much😊😊😉
  • I live with pain & depression most of the time, but having become an extreme minimalist has reduced my anxiety & given me the ability to keep my house tidy & clean(ish) every day, even with a home schooled 10 year old, & a husband! It also allows me to have just enough energy left for my family, which is far more important than unnecessary material possessions!! I LOVE & enjoy your videos & agree 100%!
  • @vonnnner
    Way to go, Niels! The quality of this video is right up there with YouTubers who have hundreds of thousands of followers. Keep up the great work!
  • @MrMoneyHelper
    Most of my possessions are in boxes in my room. No matter what, I intend to keep tools. All of them aren't used regularly, but all of them have a purpose and eventually do get used on my scooter or other things. Even specialty tools will in time be needed. Tools alone would constitute at least one-hundred items. Cooking tools add up too, but there are many things that can be released. I have made lists of things to keep but have never pulled them all out and put them into one area. This is something that I want to do soon. It will visually show me just how much I don't use or need. In the last couple of weeks I have been scanning photographs into digital format. I had no idea that there were hundreds of them. Thank you for your wisdom. I absolutely LOVE the photo you have selected to be at the top of your page to go with the quotation.😆 Subscribed.
  • @fenflies
    Main thing is I wish there was a section of this video dedicated to responsible disposal/rehoming. Donating to goodwill and other similar places is 99% just a middle man between the landfill. It’s important to take responsibility for all that you’ve come to obtain
  • I am extreme minimalist for ages. I don't have even microwave. Parents are looking at me and ask: hod do you cook at home? Like you need a microwave to cook? I live with less than 220 items as for now. Most of my items are mountain biking related or kitchen items and few electronics plus capsule wardrobe. Right now count is at 216 items and 220 is the maximum for me. To get one item, I need to get rid of another, so this makes you to buy less. You don't want to buy a home theater just to throw your laptop away. I am tired of shopping, 9-to-5 jobs, decision making and posting big life on social media. Simple is the new shiny. Thank you for the video, I will always live this way. Environmentally friendly, just no one will thank you for that.
  • @Elizabeth-on8lt
    I’m an extreme minimalist and I agree 100% with this approach! I love simplifying the decisions themselves. Thank you for sharing.
  • @zeitgeist888
    I have been a minimalist for close to 20 years and have gone to less and less items in the past 10 years. Some of it has been due to retiring and having less need or desire for work related clothing and items. Other things have been let go by traveling with carry on only for months at a time and seeing how little I need to be happy and function well. I don't see going down to 100-150 items total as I have tools for hobbies I need and I find it more relaxing and comfortable to have more dishes and silverware or similar things to go through a week then wash and reset rather than washing things daily. Toiletries and self care products sure have gone way down from years ago as have footware and wardrobe items that are different.
  • I don't actually have a lot of 'stuff '. The only items I cannot get rid of are my books and bookcases. Oh, and candles and candleholders. I like it like this. Thank you for your good ideas. Take care.
  • @marianagy6023
    I keep my emotional items in little boxes. It's works for me. I like to keep things but I don't want them see all the time. The items are really old but good memories, I remember of everything but I still go through if I can throw out something.
  • @elchrispr7873
    I have always ben homeless now i sleep in a vehicle and extremely wealthy but looking back i always thank myself for only carrying 1 or 2 bags made my life way way easier im up to 689K right on fully saving took me 16 years tho.
  • @momomasters
    did this 21 years ago and lived happily on the road till i domesticated again, when the covid hit. now i own about 300 things in a home. it's a trip and highly recommended. thx for the content.
  • Thanks for producing this video. Well done! Those of us attempting to live a minimalist lifestyle appreciate any good tips to make the goal easier to achieve. I hope that you will produce a series of minimalist lifestyle videos in the future. Your subscribers are waiting.
  • @Mulberry792
    This is my goal. I have been a collector all my life. It is a great burden as you get older.