@ronaldk.sitlhou2914
There is a difference between "choosing to live a Minimal lifestyle while being actually able to afford much more" and "being compelled to live a Minimal lifestyle due to not being able to afford much at all". The difference in the mentality of the two types of people is immense.
@kristyleavitt8007
My husband and I first watched it in Dec. 2018. It was a game changer for us. 2019 was a year of decluttering and simplifying our home, reducing our spending, and even deciding to move into a smaller home. This documentary and Josh and Ryan changed our lives!! Thank you!!!
@odiii1966
I became a minimalist when I moved from Mexico to France. In France, my husband and I moved several times, and without a doubt, traveling light was important. When I moved from Paris to Florida, I experienced the best moment of all. After everything was packed into the moving container, the door closed, and I handed the keys to the new owner, it was the most satisfying thing: no keys, no stuff, no bills, no burden. I had never felt so much freedom in my life. I was happy when my belongings arrived, but I only kept the essentials and the things I had carefully chosen during my travels. I don't buy anything anymore. I have never been a fashion victim, and instead, I used to buy clothes for my children and husband but mostly travels. Personally, I only invest in super high-quality clothes or bags every two or three years, and that's it. I promote minimalism among my Mexican friends. Gosh, they are hoarders! It seems to be in their DNA to live in clutter. When my mom passed away, emptying the apartment was a nightmare: we filled three Salvation Army trucks. So, when you reach 50 years old, do a favor for your loved ones: practice döstädning - the Swedish cleaning method - and get rid of stuff. You'll feel better. Offer the things you love to family and friends. You'll see how life becomes easier when you do so. You'll discover what truly interests you. Listen to every tip in this documentary. I wish you all the happiness that I found in minimalism.
@Jennifer-ep1sr
I am 75, and I have started to become minimalist. All things being equal, I am hoping for at least another 10 years of life. I am reducing stuff that will be inherited by the family. They may as well use it now. I will also tell them about minimalism so they don't fall for the trap of materialism. My husband of 51 years and I, live a good life on 2 acres in Tasmania. We have all we need. We don't do WANT any more. 😃🇦🇺
@stevenking8923
This reminds me of when my parents passed away within 2 years of each other. And I had to clean out their house. My mind was blown with the amount of stuff.
@michamay755
I love this documentary and will share. I am 59 years old. I gave up my TV 8 years ago. I gave up my smart phone 4 years ago. I have a laptop, that's it.. I've lived in a 1200 sq. ft. house for 18 years, which I raised 3 kids in. I have a few things I still don't want to let go of, like my book collection because I'm a writer and love reading. But watching your journey has inspired me to look at, "What else can I let go of at this point in life?" Thank you for inspiring us!
@DerekYeh8
Thanks Joshua and Ryan from Taiwan. 自己在第一份工作在Netflix看到這部紀錄片 除了改變自己的財務決策 也大改變自己跟社群媒體的相處模式 更重要的是讓自己的注意力回到自己的成長身上 以自己的步調進步 感謝這部紀錄片帶領自己的人生往好的方向邁進
@nomad_ape
As someone who’s been trying to live a minimalist lifestyle, I’ve found it helpful to also learn how to adapt to more maximalist environments. Even though I’ve embraced minimalism, I sometimes feel overwhelmed when I’m in a place with a lot of stuff, like a cluttered room or a computer desktop with tons of folders and files. So, I’ve come to accept that minimalism isn’t the norm and that I need to be able to handle more maximalist situations when they come up.
@Hwy62Kitten
I like that this documentary doesn’t seem to push specific rules or steps a person must follow but rather we can all be responsible consumers and live more fulfilling lives in a way that works for each of us by keeping these principles in mind.
@time-to-talk8126
Thanks to Joshua and Ryan for spreading this message. I will say to critics, that no one is telling you what to do. You have the power to decide how to live your life. “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he”. Have thoughts that align with what you want to be.
@JordanFayter
I honestly can't remember how many times I've watched this Documentary but every time I watch it I can't help but smile and have an overwhelming feeling of joy, happiness, and love. I've managed to get rid of a lot of my physical possessions and still finding things I don't need or use. I've always been a fan of the tiny house, Groundwork/Cob style homes, and minimalism. My dream goal is to live in the mountains in a tiny self build home living off the land. That is my dream goal but I'd also settle for just a tiny home or van life doing things that I love and just living and loving life. I've always been someone who cared and wanted to help others so much I went into the Healthcare field for a career. I spent my whole live since 2 in a half when my little brother was born caring and taking care of others. I took care of others so much I neglected my own health and happiness. I'd get sent to the hospital in an ambulance from work and after getting discharged from the hospital. I'd phone work let them know I'm getting discharged and ask if they'd like me to come finish my shift. All I can say is working on providing more of a minimalism life and mindset has defiantly changed my life for the better both physically and mentally. I still have days that I struggle and want to consume things I don't need or really want but I just try to go day by day and remember the change it's made so far and what the future holds. It also has helped cutting out most if not all the junk food and sugary foods and going back to more of a whole food and carnivore diet.
@IM-eq9gx
this is "THE" bible of minimalism vids out there. I'll come back to this every now and then as inspiration.
@tmaa4bk949
THIS IS A LIFE GOAL...I realized a few years ago the LESS=MORE! After loosing so many people in the last few years and having been burnt out 10 years ago, assisting families in getting rid of THE STUFF left behind. I really see the need to let it go...Working On It is a JOURNEY on A ROAD LESS TRAVELED & the view is GREAT 😎
@drbettyschueler3235
Thank you for making this film available to a wider audience. I disconnected our TV many years ago when I realized I was buying stuff I didn't want or need. But then the advertising began in earnest on the Internet--especially social media, and I find I'm having the fight this battle all over again. YouTube presenters are "sponsored" so even paying a premium price, to have no ads, I find I still have ads. And a lot of the advertising is well hidden in the content, such as the presenter drinking a particular soft drink. I can't even get away from it in books as they now have subtle, and not-so-subtle advertising. It is total insanity and makes me want to move to some remote location away from all this temptation. But that is unrealistic so the best I can do is question every purchase. I put things in the virtual "cart" and let them sit for a few days before buying to make sure it is something I really want and need. I send others to the store for me, with a list and limited funds. That has significantly improved my savings. I still have a long ways to go, in minimalizing my life. I sometimes take two steps forward and one step back, but I am improving, and that is the main thing.
@prasenjeetkhadse
Thanks for putting this film on YouTube for free. This is my first time I am watching this masterpiece. Truly inspiring. And that last words '' love people and use things ".❣️
@joea9608
A true minimalist could cut this to 11 minutes without loss
@banjomechanic
I lived and travelled around Scandinavia 30 years ago and noticed that by and large people didn’t have loads of crap in their garages and basements. Didn’t have excess stuff. They had what was necessary, and what they did have was higher quality furniture, clothes, and whatever else they used was taken care of so these things would last (like the Camry in this documentary with the cassette player in it 😆). I’ve always tried to lean towards fewer things but higher quality items, AND ESPECIALLY FOOD. I eat to not be hungry anymore, and it is food that looks like food. If I can’t tell the ingredients by looking at it, I don’t want to eat it. Quality over quantity is the best course in anything in life.
@melanieday2438
Such a powerful and inspiring documentary. Can't wait to watch it again for about the 20th time! It breaks through the massive hard sell of the capitalist society, and makes you stop and think about what is actually important. Thank you for all your brilliant work Josh, Ryan and Matt! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@GizaByrd
I get the whole point about freeing yourself from the commercial hamster wheel, but blimey, Josh's house was so stark - not even a painting on the wall...no thanks, not for me! I think everyone needs to find their happy middle ground with this concept ❤
@TheMinimalists