Stop trying to impress people with the things you own, and start inspiring them by the life you live. --- Recent videos: Four Tips on Receiving Gifts as a Minimalist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xewQU0uaOY Gift Experiences This Year, Not Things https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTz3HSB8Ny8 --- Most popular videos: 7 Daily Habits for a Clutter-Free Home: Declutter for Good https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P_ZVPXUfPk Top 10 Things to Declutter Right Now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNF6KQR_NGg --- You can read more tips in my book, The Minimalist Home, or pre-order my new book, Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life. Read hundreds of articles on decluttering and owning less on the Becoming Minimalist blog. --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:31 - Be generous. 1:44 - Laugh often. 2:01 - Be optimistic. 2:14 - Love your kids. 2:29 - Be faithful to your partner. 2:45 - Develop your strengths. 3:19 - Appreciate others’ opinions. 3:35 - Love your life. 3:48 - Encourage more. 4:06 - Love nature. 4:15 - Listen intently. 4:29 - Be modest. 4:49 - Be content. 4:52 - Live to inspire.