I Had to Start Over at 40...Here's What Happened

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Starting over at 40 was tough...but was it worth it? Today, I'm sharing a long-awaited 2-year life update video about moving back overseas, buying a home, and all the mistakes I made and life lessons I along the way. If you've been feeling stuck, lost, or behind in life, I want you to know you are NOT alone and you CAN change your life, no matter if you're starting over in your 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond! ► 🌟 JOIN OUR FAMILY: » YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/AtoZenLife?sub_confirmation=1 » INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/atozenlife/ » BLOG: https://atozenlife.com/ » FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/atozenlife ► 📋 FREE 10-PAGE DECLUTTERING CHECKLIST: » https://atozenlife.com/free-declutter-checklist ► 🌱 FEATURED PRODUCTS: » 50-Page Minimalist Budget Bundle: https://shop.atozenlife.com/products/minimalist-budget-binder __________ ► ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:19 - 2-Year anniversary of starting over 01:24 - Can you do an updated home tour? 02:56 - Which home projects have you finished? 06:43 - Do you have more projects planned? 07:34 - Tips for choosing paint colors or furniture? 10:43 - What has been the hardest part of home ownership? 13:54 - Is minimalism harder in a house vs. an apartment? 16:11 - How long to keep worn-out clothes & shoes? 19:24 - Any empty cupboards or closets? 20:43 - Do you have more to get rid of? 21:19 - What is something you regret decluttering? 22:26 - Tips for letting go of sentimental items? 23:15 - Do you have a set cleaning routine? 24:54 - What’s on your wishlist for after your low-buy? 26:56 - Did you get a divorce? 27:54 - Have you made new friends? 29:51- What do your kids think about minimalism? 31:27 - Do your kids compare themselves & stuff? 33:08 - How are your kids adjusting in school? 34:57 - Are you happier here? 37:09 - What is your #1 daily habit? 38:56 - Do you struggle to think of new content? 40:11 - Can you do a favorites list? 42:02 - Favorite books or content creators? 45:11 - Quitting YouTube? __________ ► 🍿 WATCH NEXT: » 5 Harsh Truths about Decluttering: https://youtu.be/eDkQitMTYP4 » Lessons from 7 Years of Decluttering: https://youtu.be/90mkhSjZGQU » Keep or Let Go? (Memory Box 101): https://youtu.be/QKwR9fw5qN0 » 10 Things to Let Go: https://youtu.be/0mqreWYadDc » How to Declutter Sentimental Items: https://youtu.be/lo4T83YqAHI __________ ► 📚 BOOKS MENTIONED: » Goodbye, Things: https://amzn.to/4gWeLQl » The Minimalist-ish Journal: https://amzn.to/47blgeY ► FAVORITE DECLUTTER + ORGANIZE STUFF: 👟 Shoeboxes - free :) 🥛 Empty glass jars - free :) 👕 Velvet hangers - https://amzn.to/2SWvxEH 🧦 Fabric storage boxes (folding): https://amzn.to/36p7PIe 🎋 Bamboo drawer dividers - https://amzn.to/2SFwgLl 📝 Paper shredder: https://amzn.to/32uuNeR ► 📸 FAVORITE YOUTUBE TOOLS: » Camera: https://amzn.to/2TLIg0J » Favorite bokeh lens: https://amzn.to/2SHHEt3 » iPhone 15 (secondary camera): https://amzn.to/3VeSl31 » Vlogging lens: https://amzn.to/3zDIpDW » Handhelp mini-tripod: https://amzn.to/3Zod2t2 » Tall standing tripod: https://amzn.to/40dXk4F » Umbrella light kit: https://amzn.to/42IqE5d » Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/typcc0/ » TubeBuddy: https://www.tubebuddy.com/squirrelsofafeather __________ ABOUT A TO ZEN LIFE Along my journey to let go of 30 years of clutter, I accidentally became a minimalist and it was life-changing. Before, I was an emotional hoarder with nothing but the clutter from lost loved ones — and $25,000 of debt — to my name. Now I have a beautiful home in Europe, a happy family, live debt-free, and — best of all — wake up to a life that I’m EXCITED to live every day. My mission is to help you conquer your clutter and simplify YOUR way to a happier and better life. HERE'S OUR STORY: https://atozenlife.com/about-a-to-zen-life/ __________ NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links; these links allow you to find the items mentioned in this video at no additional cost to yourself. While this channel may earn a small amount when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links.