The "sunk cost fallacy" was a revelation to me when I finally accepted that the money was already wasted when I made the purchase. Passing the items on was cathartic and helped me move past that particular roadblock. Plus, it was a learning experience each time. What a fantastic attitude your dad has about sending items on to their new homes as well.
@@antiquesrestoration3874 I am so happy for you! 🎉🎉 It’s a toughy, but when we get past that lost money mentality, it’s full steam ahead! I hope you subscribed, because I released the 2nd video in this series last week on sentimental items and this week and next week, the last 2 in the series will come out on clothes and household items. Let me know what you think about those. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@oldanduncouth Awwww thank you! 🌸💕 My daughter got me this shirt and it was not cooperating with the mic so I thought what can I use. 😆 I hope you subscribed, so you can get notified, because I just released the second video in the series and two more will be coming out over the next few weeks. All the best, Bren
First time viewer. Liked this video. I emptied my parents house 6 yrs ago and my dad’s senior apt 4 yrs ago. Not one grandchild wanted any of their stuff. I kept a tea cup set my brother kept tools. After both of these huge jobs I came home to my husband and said, “ we will not do this to our kids!” We have declutterred about 75% of our stuff… 2000 books, we read almost everything digital or use library now, a college was thrilled to get my husbands theology books, 42 bins of Christmas to one bin and a 4ft tree. I love everything we kept and the time I save cleaning, dusting, storing has freed me up so much.
@@CassieW-97 You don’t just get 1 gold star! You get 5 GOLD STARS! What an incredible accomplishment especially on your holiday items and books. I always loved to declutter but after having to deal with the contents of my grandma’s and dad’s houses, I had the same epiphany as you did. My kids and my sister’s kids took things like one scarf or a sweater and the rest, we had estate sales and donated. I just like less to manage in general. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. I just released a new video TODAY and plan to post a new one each Friday. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I have a large game room that I have been using as a storage shed for too many years. It looks like a hoarder’s nightmare. I dream of using that room for home Bible study groups and large family gatherings. I have stumbled upon something that truly helps me with decluttering it. Every time I walk into that room for a decluttering session I say out loud, “Nothing in this room is more important than the people I want to have over!” That declaration really helps me with purging the sentimental stuff because instead of stressing about keeping the old memories I’m focusing on the new memories I want to create in this space. ❤️
@@shutterbugkc I absolutely love that and it is so true. No possession is more important than people! Filling that room with people enjoying each other’s company outweighs the clutter any day of the week! Good for you to come up with such a good way to motivate yourself. I’m sure you will make it happen with that kind of mindset. 🥰💕
@@goulash64 oh thank you so much! My daughter bought me the shirt I wore and the mic would not cooperate so I thought what can I use and my spatula spoon won. 😂🌸
Thank you. I'm going through this right now. The hardest stuff to get rid of are the items that have a family back story to it that is precious. But you're right, our kids do NOT want our crap (their words for it).
@@deborahdevane6330 I love it! We are a family that uses the word crap, too! 😂 I think of it like this: they can take what they want, but they also deserve to get things that speak to their taste and make them feel good. Sounds like you know exactly what I mean. I hope you’re subscribed, because I’ll be releasing episode 3 on clothes in this series this week and the 4th and last episode of this series will be the following week on household items. The second one was on sentimental items in case you missed it. Way more to come after that, too. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
One thing that helps me when I’m decluttering is the concept that every item I own also owns me - because I have to maintain, clean, dust, or store it. So, when I’m deciding whether to keep, donate or toss an item, I ask myself, “Do I really want to be owned by this item?” Usually, the answer is a clear Yes! Or No!
@@gailwhite8796 I love that Gail! Thanks for sharing that thought. It better be worth all the effort if you keep something, because you are so right things can own you and not the other way around. I used to struggle with the yes or no thing. Often times, I would try to justify something when I knew it was a clear no. 🌺💕
@@terrihubbard1437 I’m so glad! I understand how kids don’t want brown furniture…it’s not their color maybe but my white dishes did surprise me. That said, I admire them for only having things they truly love in their space. Good for them! I hope you subscribed, because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and possibly a bonus one this Sunday. All the best, Bren
@@ReginaChristenson I lost my dad a few years ago and his voice is often in my head when I’m trying to figure something out. I love that saying, too! 🥰
@@MyBlessedNest I’m the same as you! I struggle sometimes with an item even though I know the answer…I will try to justify it. An example is an old handbag I sold this year. That thing sat in my cabinet for years unused. I did love it at one point, but no more. I parted ways with it and I haven’t thought about it until I was trying to give you an example. I still do NOT regret it. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday at 2:45pm. Today is Friday. 💕🎉🌸 All the best, Bren
@ You win the award 🏆 for the sweetest comment of the day! Thank you so much for watching! There’s one other video on sentimental items in this series out already besides the one you watched and 2 more coming this week and next on clothes and household items. I hope you’re subscribed so you’ll get notified. Around New Years, I’ll be posting a clean with me whole house deep clean video. Let me know what you think of these. I’d love to hear from you again. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@JeanKLYOW 🥰 Thank you so much! I love to wear these cute shirts my daughter found for me, but even my little mic rolls on this type of shirt, so I had to come up with something. 😂 Glad you enjoyed it. I hope you’re subscribed because I just released the second video in this series and the final 2 will post over the next 2 weeks. Around New Year’s Day, I’m going to release a deep cleaning house video. You have a wonderful day!!! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
My community has a garage sale once a year in the spring. I am decluttering and pricing as I go, using my son’s old bedroom (he recently bought his own home) as a storage unit until the sale. In the spring, everything will be priced and ready to go. Knowing I will make a little money back is helping me part with things and my husband and I have already agreed that whatever does not sell gets donated to the thrift shop.
@@livingthedream923 Such a SMART idea to use your son’s old room to store the stuff you’ve decided to sell. I love that idea because you can just close the door and it’s not invading your living space. It’s awesome your husband is on board with donating afterwards. You’ve given me a great idea: price as you go. With as many sales as I’ve done, I have never priced as I go, but I sure will do that going forward! Thank you so much! Every Friday, I’ll be putting out a new video. If you have any suggestions as to what you’d like to hear about, feel free to let me know! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I find when my community has a garage sale, I don't sell very much. Too much competition! I create my own garage sale and put ads up online. hang a few signs, and be prepared to start very early. Then I sell a lot.
I take a picture of the item I don’t need anymore. I had luggage, the old kind without wheels that my parents had given me as a HS graduation gift. We stored those pieces for years just because of the sentimental factor. Finally I took pictures of the luggage inside and out and let them go. Having pictures is just as sentimental and makes it easy for me to let go of stuff.
@@GBev7 What a great point. You don’t need the physical item to have the good memories associated with it and taking pictures of it is absolutely just as good! It might even be better because it’s so much easier to access pictures. Happy you let that luggage go! Good for you! 💕🎉
@ I agree 100%! Thank you for participating in the conversation. 😊 I hope you subscribed because the final episode in this series will be posted the day after Christmas. It will be on household items. Episodes 2 & 3 in the series go over sentimental items and clothes and accessories. Hope you get a chance to watch those, too. Around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a Whole House Cleaning video on those forgotten places we never clean. I hope you have a wonderful day! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I added personal photos. I am of the era when pictures were printed. I had 20 albums of pictures that got heavy if I had to pack them and move plus they only gave me something else to dust. I pulled out 5 of the most significant periods, happy periods, and dumped the rest. My family does not want pictures of me upon my demise. And work binders, I had a 20 plus year career as a financial consultant and I still had all the binders related to that career, I dumped those as well. Now, if item reminds me of the past, I dump it because it is distracting me from the dear precious present. Thank you for sharing your experience.
@@Prodrig817 oh I just LOVE what you shared! I think those photos can be a burden. I completely get it. When my grandma passed away, I inherited all the pictures. Early this past year, I put them in albums and it was honestly depressing, but at the same time, something very good came to me. I thought to myself that all these distant relatives (great, great grandparents etc) are all gone and they have no more opportunities to live their best lives. In that moment, I decided to make sure I remember that and live my best life. I’m glad you parted ways with things that didn’t make you feel good or gave you bad vibes/feelings! Who needs that stuff! GOOD FOR YOU! ❤️🥰🌸
@@downsizetoupsize thank you for your kind words. It took courage and acceptance that the life I lead was excellent because I worked really hard to make it so, but it didn’t turn out like I thought it would. I appreciate the mention that the photos kept are the ones that make me feel good. It takes valor, to move on, while there is life to live. Viva the current life! 🎉
I just spent two nights at a friend’s home specifically so we could go through pictures. We’ve been friends for 50 years so many life experiences overlap for us. We swapped some family pictures and laughed about old school pictures, etc. Biggest thing was, she emptied 2 large bins and I emptied one.
@ Congratulations 🎉 I had to do it by spurts because the emotions that came up to the surface were painful to process all at once. Then I realized the albums were more of a burden or distraction like something I still have to get to. For example, a book that I haven’t finished reading yet. That gave me the energy to push through the emotions that were weighing me down.
@@StacyVescial Such a sweet memory! Sounds like it made a great mic! 🥰 Thank you for sharing!! My shirt would not cooperate with my mic so I thought to myself….what can I use 😂. I hope you subscribed because the 2ND episode in this series posted last week on sentimental items & episodes 3 and 4 will post this week and next week on clothes/accessories and household items. Around New Year’s Day, I’ll be releasing a whole house deep clean video. If you get a chance to watch any of these, please let me know what you think. Have a wonderful day! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@mushroom_thrillers Awwww! Thank you so much! I’m definitely going to use it again because some of my shirts just won’t support a mic. 😂 I hope you’re subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every week (hopefully this Wednesday). This week’s will be episode 2 of “what I wish I knew before I decluttered” and sentimental items will be discussed. All the best, Bren
I retired from teaching in 2021. I got rid of some school clothes but kept some that I really like. Now I substitute teach occasionally and I’m glad I still have some of my school clothes. My problem is with the dressier stuff: graduation, wedding etc. I need to select an item to be buried in (just kidding I’m leaning towards cremation) Anyway I need to get into that closet and clean house on the dressy stuff, then I can store quilting fabric in its place until I get to those projects. Thanks for the pep talk!
@@maryjaynejordan I love your comment! I’m a kidder, too! 😂🎉 We don’t have to get rid of everything when we quit something, especially if there’s any chance we might have to pick it up again like you did with substitute teaching. Keeping all of it is a mistake, so you did really good. You are in LUCK! The video you watched is the 1ST in the series and the 2ND video released last week on sentimental items like a wedding dress. The 3RD one will be posted on clothes this week and the final in the series will post next week on household items. Then around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a whole house deep clean. I think from your comment, that you might find all of these videos useful. You can even have me on while you’re going through your items for some company. I hope you subscribed because I have a ton of videos planned and I’d love to hear from you again. Thank you so much for sharing! All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Very good advice as I’m going through my own downsizing and decluttering process! It is so hard to sell clothing for cheap or give it away knowing how I much i spent on it. But the lesson is to maybe stop buying so much stuff lol! Thank you for all of these great tips!!
You can do it! It will feel so good to have only the things you love in your closet and it will leave room for new things that make you feel like a million bucks when you wear them. If you sell clothes on eBay, sometimes you can get more $ listing them as a "lot" in the same sizes/styles. Also, you would be amazed what you can get for vintage clothes these days, ESPECIALLY brands like Gap. If you have anything that is over 20 years old, check Poshmark and eBay before donating or selling at a garage sale.😍 90's & early 2000's thrifting is a real thing.
Awww.. I'm sorry that happened to you. I do understand. I have had a few things that I thought I regretted, but then remembered why I got rid of them in the first place which made me feel better. Try not to be too hard on yourself. All the best, Bren
@@dpoon11 I agree 100%! After my dad said that to me, I thought to myself that he was so right and every time I part with something I’m not using….i still remember his words. Thank you for finding that valuable. 😊🌺
This is helpful. I don’t bother trying to sell any thing. It is more hassle than help. But then again I don’t have pricy things. The kids do not want any thine so if it is to be- it is up to me.
Thank you so much for commenting! I think it’s nice to donate if your kids don’t want or need anything. It always helps people that need something at a good price. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. I have a new one out today actually. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Brenda- having the same storage containers is brilliant. I look in my garage where we store our stuff and everything is in different containers. It doesn't look cohesive or peaceful. Thanks for the tip!!!
@@juanav9200 It just so happened that my shirt wasn’t cooperating with my mic and I had a matching spatula. 😂 I didn’t think of it at the time, but I noticed it for sure afterwards. So funny! I’m glad you enjoyed the tips. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be releasing a new video every Friday and I just might be able to squeeze in a bonus video this Sunday. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Great video that Brenda! The part about not getting rid of stuff because of money really resonates with me because that’s one of my reasons for not getting rid of stuff. Glad to know I’m not alone.
@@scriptimonicaonset You’re definitely not alone. I think a lot of people struggle with it. If you let it go, you prob won’t even think of it again though. 🥰
It's true, adult kids often don't want most of your stuff. However, you never know what unusual item of yours they may want. Maybe we can ask ahead of getting rid of specific things. Give/Gift items Now... rather than waiting. (Unless You Love it, use it, etc.,etc.
Oh I agree 100%! If I'm not using something, I always ask my kids. Then, if they don't want it, I feel good about donating or selling it. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
I am guilty of holding on to so much stuff! Everything from clothes 4 sizes too small, scrubs I will never wear again, heels I will also never wear again, and those "collections". I still have bins of beanie babies, holiday barbies, hideously ugly beer steins my husband has collected. I really need to start decluttering (and get him to do it too)!
@@dottiehall9219 You are not alone!!! I’m happy you are going to start going through these things and lighten your load. It will also lighten your mind as you make progress! ❤️ Please subscribe if you haven’t already because I’m going to post a new video every Friday afternoon (today is Friday 🎉) and you don’t want to miss any. You can even have me on RUclips as you work through your stuff if that helps you. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
This is going to be our Winter project to go through. things and declutter.. Some of these things make for a very hard decision but as you said, will I really miss them
@@karenaleman2059 I’m very happy for you! Winter is a perfect time to go through your stuff and declutter. If you get stuck on an item, just set its side and keep moving. You can circle back to the hard decision item later. Sentimental items can be especially difficult. Last week, I released the 2ND episode in this series (this one you watched is the 1ST). I hope you subscribed because the last 2 episodes in the series will be released this week and next. Then….right around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a whole house deep cleaning video. You’re going to do great on parting ways with things! Your home will feel so good to you when you’re done. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@Green4CloveR Yep! I think being in the present also contributes to letting things go. If you want a space that fits your life now, parting ways with things will be much easier….if that makes sense. I hope you’re subscribed, because I’ll be posting 2 more videos in this series: clothes and household items and then around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a deep house cleaning video. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@debicraddock5603 My pleasure! Thank you for commenting. 💕🌸 We were supporting family friends with a 6 month old girl. She is so precious and we were honored to participate in the walk. There’s tons of walks and runs here in the Cincinatti area, but this one is extra special! Thanks for watching. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday, so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren
The doozy on your list - keeping something bc you spent good money on it is a tough one for me. We still have two platters that I insisted we needed that have spent 29 years in their original boxes! Love the clear bin/shelving and tip of buying your containers after you’ve decluttered.
Thank you so much! I totally understand your platter situation. Those are sometimes the hardest things to let go of. It's crazy, but when I went into those storage bins, I found stuff I thought I got rid of. Blasts from the past! Re bins...I feel that if you buy them right, you buy them once. Saves $ for sure. 😍
Platters I insisted we needed and still in original boxes - something like my wedding china place setting. We use about 6-10 times per year but one setting still in the box and NEVER use the coffee cup and saucers that were included. Why I even bothered selecting “wedding china” - DOH!
Selling items that are no longer wanted can be satisfying but I find it particularly rewarding to give stuff away to someone who wants or needs it. We have a group chat with neighbours and we always offer things to each other. Maybe your kids do not want it or you do not have children but someone else in your friend and family circle does. I can remember how nice it was when my colleagues gave me items they no longer needed when I first moved into my own rented place and I had hardly anything.
@@valp.5095 ABSOLUTELY PERFECT POINT! 🎉 We have a group chat with our neighbors, too. It is such a wonderful thing to consider your neighbors friends. Often times one of us (especially me 😂) will ask if somebody wants something. Our next door neighbors have kids that are 5-7 years younger than my girls. They have said yes to many of their items. You’re right…it just makes you (the giver) feel so good! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday at 2:45pm. Today is Friday. 💕🎉🌸 All the best, Bren
Ok you seem super sweet and i agree 100% with everything youve said so far [im1/2 way through] especially about prioritizing kids over declutering. The clutter around you is giving me anxiety. But its a good thing. You're using items to demonstrate a point. Im going to subscribe.
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am so glad you subscribed. Waking up to such a positive comment from someone who took time out of their day to say something nice to me is just so AWESOME! I appreciate it. I have one more video on HOUSEHOLD CLUTTER in this series of 4. It will post next week. The other videos are on SENTIMENTAL ITEMS AND CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES. Hope you get a chance to watch those, as well. I have so many more videos coming your way that I have a. feeling will be right for you. Have a wonderful day! All the best, Bren 🌸💞
I have put a box in my living room and when I find something I no longer want . When the box is full I take it to a charity organization. I’ve been doing this for a couple of years. When my grandkids come by they may go through the box and take what they want and my kids. The box go emptied this last time. This way it gives me time to really know if I want to get rid of it. I don’t want to do garbage sales or sell on social media.
@@kc8718 Garage sales can take so much time. I feel good about giving things away, too. It’s especially nice if loved ones take an item. I hope you subscribed, because I just released episode 2 in this series and it’s on sentimental clutter. Have a great day and thanks so much for commenting! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I like to ask myself what i'd actually genuinely really be shattered about if there was a fire that was so quick there was no time to grab anything & my home was burnt to the ground. When i imagine that, there's nothing that would override the relief that there was nothing i could have done to save stuff & at least i was still alive. It really puts things in perspective. The nuisance of having to sort out passport, contracts, etc was the only thing that stressed me
@@katl6426 Asking yourself this question really makes you think about what’s actually important and it absolutely puts things into perspective. When we think about things that way, it makes it all very clear for us. I really appreciate you sharing! I’m putting a new video out every Friday. If you ever have a topic you’d like to hear about, please let me know! 🌸💕🌺 All the best, Bren
@@maryd253 I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and found the tips helpful. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video on Fridays and rumor has it that I might be releasing a bonus holiday video tomorrow. 💕🌸 All the best, Bren
Love your ideas. One thing i do and am actually doing today is i get like 3 or 4 boxes ( 1 of them always being a box i dont care if it goes). I separate my things in keep, maybe, sell, donate. Pluse a garbage bag. Now keep is obvious, maybe are things i havent decided and could swing possibly bkth ways, sell are things i want to try and sell first BUT if not sold in per say 2 weeks will go for free or donate, then the donate box i close as soon as it is full and either put in car to take somewhere or if i really dont want to haul it i put it on FB. I also will put stuff on the edge of my lawn ( if it is nice weather). But even this i post on FB saying feww stuff at my adress. This works out pretty well. Nope wont hold that stuff. First come. I used to watch a show, darn if i remember name, very old show, they had tarps out for keep etc. And were only allowed to keep as much stuff as would fit on that tarp. If anyone remembers the name, let me know.
@@apriljoklumb9573 I love your comment. I implement a lot of what you said but I use bags vs boxes and I don’t use a maybe bag but I probably should. 😂 I will try that next time. I will definitely be using the idea of putting things at the end of my lawn to see if anyone would like it. I appreciate your suggestions! 💕🌸 WAS THE SHOW CLEAN SWEEP BY ANY CHANCE? I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and this week I’m going to attempt a special Sunday video. I hope you have the best day!!!! Bren
@downsizetoupsize I have a maybe bag. For most of it I've gone back 2 weeks later and culled more stuff. Some people say why the double handling but i honestly dont regret letting it go. You're right to say you don't have to do it all in one go. Ours is so piled up I've wanted to get it out TODAY,but I've had to accept I actually need that time to process some decisions.
@ What we need to remember is everyone is different and we have our own speeds and processing rates. As long as you are making progress, I think that’s a good thing! 🌺
@@exhibitdesign901 THANK YOU! When I watch something, I like when it’s organized like that, too. So sweet of you to notice! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday AND today, I’m releasing a bonus holiday video at 10am est. all the best, Bren 🌸💕
I filled up a trash can with old teacher stuff. My neighbors are also retired teachers. We cheered when the trash collector dumped the can into the truck.
I LOVE IT! It is so nice to get rid of things from our past that are no longer in use. I love that you guys cheered. It's sounds like it was a lot of fun. Good for you! I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every week. This week, I will be doing a "What I wish I knew BEFORE starting to DECLUTTER " episode 2 focused on SENTIMENTAL clutter. All the best, Bren
Here are two tips that have helped me declutter. 1) Set a timer. Somehow if my brain knows in advance that the difficult task is limited to a short time, I'm much more efficient. 2) Ask for help. I helped a friend with purging her closet, and another time I hired a neighbor teenager. I did the sorting and purging and the teen did all the packing and carrying of donations to my car.
GREAT TIPS! I will try a timer, too. That's a good one!! I think sometimes if we have someone with us, it's just easier for some reason to declutter. I love it when my daughter and I work together on our closets. I hope you're subscribed, because I'll be releasing a new video every week. This week, I will be posting episode 2 of "What I wish I knew BEFORE starting to DECLUTTER" which will focus on SENTIMENTAL items. All the best, Bren
I'm 39 as I write this, but I'm always open to decluttering rips! Most of these, I already knew, so thanks for the confirmation and reminder. 😁 Just putting this out here, though: Always ask your kids/grandkids if they want your stuff (like you did). There were certain things of my grandmother's that I wanted (including a ring she promised me when I was little), but most of her personal possessions disappeared after she died. Probably my uncles took them to the thrift shop. Thankfully, there were still plenty of mementos left when my family went to help clean out the house (including Grandma's wedding gown and Grandpa's Navy uniform from 1944!)...but it would have been nice if my uncles had waited until all the family could have a say. /RANT Your advice is helpful and very logical--liking this video so I can come back to these tips when I need a refresher. 😊 Thanks for sharing!
@@rrgoodwill2914 Thank YOU so much for sharing! It is so unfortunate when those in charge of estates don’t consider the entire family. They should have been more thoughtful than they were! I’m sorry that happened to you! ❤️ I don’t know why that is. My aunt gave me my grandmothers ring. I was so touched by that. Apparently, my grandma told her she wanted me to have it and my aunt remembered. I found a picture of her wearing that ring when my uncle was born. ❤️ It must’ve meant a lot to her. I’m glad you found my channel. I’ll be posting 2 more videos in this series over the next few weeks. One on clothes and one on household items. Then on New Years Dat, I’ll be releasing a deep cleaning and organizing house video. Next time I do a video….maybe I’ll say I this will help everyone especially if you’re over 40 bc I don’t want to exclude anyone for sure. The over 40 crowd really struggles with this stuff though so that’s why I said it. Thank you for understanding and still watch it even though you’re 39. 😅😂 All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@antonianovoa6416 Thank you so much for your comment. I love the feedback and interaction. Hope you can watch my next video!!! Have a wonderful night!
Thank you so much for your kindness. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. I finally finished my bachelors degree in May after years of wanting to accomplish that goal. I had to take speech class to graduate. I was terrified, but I think it really helped me. My professor was tough, but really caring & I learned a lot. 💕🌸 I’m going to put another video out this week on Friday (which will be my normal day each week) and possibly a bonus video on Sunday…please watch so we can stay in touch. I’d love that! Have a wonderful day! ☀️
@@lindabourketempleton4040 Thats exactly right. So happy I got rid of my white ones because the ones I use everyday make me happy when I look at them. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. Thanks so much for watching and for sharing a comment. It means so much! All the best, Bren 🌸💕🌺
@@LynnStAubin-od5qe Thank you so much! I spoke from my heart and from experiences I’ve had. I am so happy you liked my points. I hope you subscribed, because I’ll be releasing a new video every Friday and if I can squeeze it in, I might do a bonus video this Sunday. All the best, Bren 🥰🌺
@@sandraolson8635 Oh it’s one of my biggest things that I tell myself! I have to remember that how I feel in my space is way more important than the money that’s long gone. 😊🎉 If you haven’t already, please subscribe to my channel because I will be posting a new video every Friday & rumor has it I might do a bonus one this Sunday. 💕🌸
I had a lot of clothes that were just a size too small. There was a plumbing issue in the neighbours and we had moisture under our house but no one realised, until we got mould in one wardrobe. I cleaned that kne out, and then realised another wardrobe was starting to get musty. I got rid of it all so quick before it was absoltuely useless to anyone. Most things won't last forever. They rot or denature. If you spent money on it and its not something you can sell, get it back out on the world before it's gone anyway.
Good tipps. Love them. Even though I'm still in the beginning of my journey, I do prefer to buy bins out of a line up from a name brand or in a standard*. Reasons: 1) I can buy more, when I need them, even years after my first purchase 2) I need them in different sizes and with all of them being the exact same design, it's still not to cluttered and they stay stackable (I stick to 2 sizes lenght* width and 2 sizes hight). *standard: I live in Europe and there is a standard "Eurobox."
@@SierraKilo76 Great points on bin purchases! I buy the brand name ones, too. They’re definitely more durable! It’s nice to be able to add them in the same design as you need more. You’re so right! Thank you so much for sharing! I’m posting a new video this Friday. I hope you check back. 🌸 All the best, Bren
@@Witchymortician So happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. People are intimidated to sell on eBay, but it really couldn’t be easier. Please subscribe if you haven’t already because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and I might do a bonus video this Sunday if I can squeeze it in. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@carimonaghan3519 Thank you so much. 😂 Every once in awhile, I’m going to have to get creative like that. My shirt was not cooperating. I sure appreciate your comment! I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and if I can swing it, this week I might do a special Sunday one. So please subscribe if you haven’t so you will know when they’re available. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
@@SpeakTruthBeKind I LOVE your name! Thank YOU for commenting! It’s so appreciated! I’ll be putting out a new video every Friday afternoon. If there’s ever a topic you’d like me to cover, please let me know. 🥰🌺 All the best, Bren
It took me a long time to dig in to declutter. I would have it in my head that on so and so day I would dig in. Well I got all pumped up but as soon as I opened a closet door to tackle it, I became suddenly overwhelmed and ended up closing the door. Eventually I started with decluttering a drawer. That was manageable and got me on a roll to tackle the closets. I would always tell family and friends please don't buy me anymore cloths or Nick knacks. How many shirts or pants should a person own ? Not that many that you only end up wearing the shirt once a year. Too much ( stuff ) causes me terrible anxiety, plus my family was not honoring my request, which added to my anxiety. I like neatness and order and it seems they would load me with stuff they didn't want. I'm feeling so much better knowing I regained control over my clutter situation.
@carolsipala1639 I’m so happy for you that you regained control. I’m right with you on your point about having too much stuff & it causing anxiety. I think your family has great intentions and they don’t want you to feel left out when gift giving occurs. Have you tried asking them to give you consumable gifts vs physical items? That way, they can still gift your something, but it won’t stick around your house forever. You’re right, how many pants or shirts do we need. Please subscribe if you haven’t already, because I just released a clothes and accessories video in this series. You might like it since you struggled with decluttering your closet. It’s the 3rd video in this series. The 4th and final video in the series will post next week. It’ll be on household items. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@sheliadean9548 THANK YOU! 🎉 I sure appreciate you subscribing! I’m so glad you enjoyed the videos. I sent a reply to your previous message but I didn’t know you had subscribed yet. I have so many great videos coming out every Friday, so stay turned! 😊 Have a wonderful night! All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Great idea on gifting pictures for Christmas! People take so many pictures on their phones these days and don’t print them, so I’m sure everyone who gets this present from you will love and appreciate your thoughtfulness. Awesome job on decluttering those blurry pics! 🌸💕🎉
I love you calm vibe. I'm excited to have found you and learn more about how to downsize and declutter...even though I don't meet your 40 and above criteria, but it is essentially impossible to find anything about downsizing that doesn't imply that you have to be of a certain age, it just feels exclusionary, like I'm not allowed to want to better my life until I reach a certain age.
YOU are ahead of the game!!! I LOVE IT! Good for you! I'm proud of you! It is so nice to encounter someone that understands the benefits of downsizing at a younger age. WELCOME! 🥰 I am so happy you found me. 💗 I think EVERYONE can benefit from downsizing. I did it when I was 40. I wish I would've done in so much sooner (like you). In fact, if I would've known how much I love living in a small house, I wouldn't have lived in a big one and I would have focused on experiences instead of stuff. It took me time to learn. Please subscribe if you haven't because I am continuing with a series on this video that you watched. Episode 2 is going to deal with sentimental items. Again, thank you for connecting and know that you fit right in here on this channel! All the best, Bren
Tha is my first time watching one of your videos. I enjoyed it very much. You are so calming and logical in your decluttering advice. I have about 10 items I think are worth selling on eBay. I may give it a try before I donate. As I am retired now, I have the time to learn how to sell.
@@valerie718 That’s the sweetest compliment. It means a lot to me. Thank you! I’m a continuing learner, too! 😊 eBay is so easy! Just type in the item you’re interested in selling in the search bar. Then go to the filters and find the “sold” icon and press it. That will give you an idea if your item is worth selling or not. I’ll be posting videos every Friday afternoon so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I regretted decluttering something once but it’s not what you think. Etsy sells these lovely art prints and I purchased and printed one for holiday decor. It was an 8 x 10 frame. I decluttered the frame with the Christmas print in it. Later, I remembered that my children’s and families past photos were behind that print. I specifically remember leaving them in there. I went back to goodwill to rebuy it or at least open it up to remove the personal photos, but it was gone.
@@Kirkble-d2c That is a loss. 😩 It’s so frustrating when something like that happens. I understand. I hope that situation doesn’t happen again to you. 🌸💕 Thank you for sharing! I’ll be posting a new video every Friday, so please check back and comment again if you get a chance. All the best, Bren
@@joanderson2055 Good for you to do that for your son. That is what I call LOVE! Please subscribe if you haven’t done it already because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
@@MyLittleRealities YOU just made my day ☀️. Thank you so much for taking the time to share that. It’s so appreciated! Thank you for subscribing, too. I will be posting a new video every Friday & rumor has it I might do a bonus one this Sunday. 💕🌸
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185 I think making a list of things you parted ways with is an amazing idea and it will allow you to see just how much progress you made. 🎉🎉Good for you! I hope you subscribed to the channel because there’s 2 more videos in this series on clothes and household items that will be released this week and next. Episode 2 is available if you haven’t seen it yet on sentimental items. I hope you love where you moved and that it’s a great space for you. Let me know what you think about the other videos. I look forward to hearing from you again. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
@@bettydoty2266 Hey Betty! Thanks for asking. I got them on Amazon. I will find a link and post it in the description in this video for you so you can get the exact kind I did. They’re awesome and easy to use and they wipe off in case you make a mistake. You will also need chalk pens. I post a link to those, as well. Thanks for watching .I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video in this series this afternoon. There will be a total of 4. Last one is coming out next week. Have a great day! Bren 🌸💕
Asking your kids if they want something or not is a tricky one. Depends on their moment in life. My mother asked me if I wanted the Christmas decoration my father had made himself in younger years ( he was a glass blower) when I was at University. Of course I didn't, living in a one bedroom appartment, so she gave that unique stuff away. Guess who regrets it now every winter. Also: reduce plastic!!! You may as well store everything in pretty cardboard boxes, you label everything anyway.
@@berits.2346 I totally agree with you on the stages of life your kids are in. That is a good point. 🎉 Back in the day…I tried to use cardboard boxes but the weight of items would often cause them to be unstable or they got dented or crushed over time when the cardboard would get worn out. The good news is I’ve had all my clear bins for about 15 years and none have broken. Yay!! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday & I’d love for you to continue watching. Rumor has it that I might do a bonus video on Sunday if I can swing it. 🌸💕
U r so rt about cardboard! It deteriorates esp when uneven loads r inside. It doesnt keep out silverfish, moths or mice. N it esp doesnt stay nice if the pipes spring a leak at moms n u dont chk for 2 weeks! N animals can pee or barf n compromise cardbpard n contents. 14:52
When I come across something I am on the fence about, I leave it out and visible. So when I walk past it or have to walk around it or trip on it, I am aware of it and I have a reaction to it. More often it is "Why don't I just get rid of that?" and it makes it easier to put it in the donate box (or trash). If I just put it back in the closet or in its box, it will just continue to exist as hidden clutter. And continue to "own" me by its presence. This forces a decision.
@@EmerySand WOW!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 In all the years I have been decluttering, I have NEVER heard such a good tip! I absolutely love it and I am going to USE it! Sometimes it’s very hard to part with something and if you leave it out, like you say, you recognize just how unimportant it is to you! I will mention your tip in an upcoming video! I hope you subscribed because I’m going to release a new video every Friday. This week’s is going over sentimental items. All the best and thanks for that AWESOME tip! Bren 🌸💕
Thanks for this because I been wanting to do this because I have so much stuff that I don't even display anymore but most of it is pricey and I been holding on to them for my son and grandkids can sell them when I pass but I'm thinking now I should go ahead and sell them and buy them stuff now so they can enjoy things while I'm alive is there a site you recommend selling antiques
My pleasure. Thank you so much for your compliment. 💞 I'm glad you are considering parting ways with your items if you can bear it so your loved ones won't have to do anything with them. For me, I know that it was difficult. I just wanted to do very little when my dad passed, but there was quite a lot to do. Please subscribe if you haven't already, because I intend to do a video going over this, but in the meantime, I know that Etsy allows only items over 20 years old and there's a place in Ohio that only takes expensive items and it't called Everything But the House. I sure hope that helps you.
@@didlidoodles343 Your comment made me smile and laugh! Thank you so much! I have friends like yours. They really feel their kids will want something especially if it was expensive, but the kids don’t look at it that way and I admire that. They should only have possessions they love. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. I hope you subscribed so you’ll know when they get released. I might squeeze in a special Sunday video this week, too. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I have the most trouble getting rid of stuff given to me by family. Recently, I asked them not to give me anything I couldn't eat or drink or blow up. Also, I don't buy an item of clothing unless I get rid of two. Same with books. I read a book, then donate it, unless I loved it so much I want to read it again.
@@mgmartin51 EXCELLENT points! THANK YOU much for your positive contribution to the discussion. 🥰 It helps people when comments like this are shared. I think a lot of people struggle with the same things. It’s especially hard to part ways with a gift from a loved one because you don’t want to hurt their feelings, but ultimately, you have to do what’s right for you. GREAT idea to give them an alternative option vs saying don’t give me anything at all. That probably wouldn’t work. LOVE the blow up option. 😂😂😂 I’m a book reader, too, and I do the exact same! As it turns out, I will be posting a NEW video today. It’s the second episode in the series of the video you just watched and….its on sentimental items. I hope you’re subscribed, so you get notified when it comes out.All the best, Bren
ABSOLUTELY!!! I will put that on my list for an upcoming video. THANK YOU for your suggestion and input. It's very sweet of you. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
Brenda- what is your opinion on estate sales? We had a huge one 10 years ago when we moved into our house bc the elderly man who sold us the house left stuff he did not want. The estate sale was a success, but he had left mostly tools and equipment. I recently got an email from the estate sale company that we worked with those 10 years ago and they said they are no longer conducting estate sales. The company said that people no longer want to buy dishes and housewares, etc., which seem to be a majority of what people have to sell at an estate sale. I was disappointed to hear that trend but I guess it makes sense. Most everyone has the dishes, etc, that they already need. Are estate sales still popular in your area? What do you think about estate sales? My Mom and Dad have a house filled with dishes and servingware and knick knacks, etc. My Mom, at 81, will not part with anything or downsize or do any meaningful decluttering. While my Mom is still in excellent physical and mental shape, I wish she would see that she only uses a fraction of all of her stuff. Sorry to ramble here... back to the topic! I was hoping to use an estate sale service to help clear the house when she eventually passes. But if estate sales are no longer popular for selling housewares, then should I just donate everything to a thrift store? I won't throw out these items because they are in good shape and can be used by others..... Thanks for your opinion, Brenda!
@@Shelly_B Hey Shelly! WHAT A GREAT QUESTION! I love going to estate sales here in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area with a few of my kids who are in their 20’s. They are always on the lookout for unique items. They love thrifting more than shopping in a store and that is very common in their age group. This includes furniture, dishes, clothes, handbags etc. It’s not me dragging them to these sales…it’s their idea for sure. All their friends do it, too. Trust me, it’s a whole thing with this generation. I think the main problem with an estate sale run by a service versus an individual is the price of the items. The estate sale company splits the sale total with the owner of the items and that means they charge a lot more than an individual running their own sale. You won’t be able to convince your parents to downsize now it sounds like, so unless they come around to the idea, I would just enjoy the time you have with them and worry about the rest when you need to. 🥰 Here’s what I suggest when the time comes, go through your parent’s home and locate the most valuable items. Anything with a brand name is something you should check on. You can get a company like Everything But the House to just sell that stuff or sell it on eBay yourself and then you can do a massive estate sale yourself if you feel comfortable. The set up is honestly more easy than you think and you can invite people into the home to go room to room so you don’t have to put it all in a garage outside. You might even sell their home that way. You can list the sale yourself on a site called estatesales.com with pics of the best items. I had a guy come from Atlanta to get a clock from me when I did my dad’s estate sale. If you think you’d like to see a video on this topic, please let me know and I would be happy to do it. 🌸 Thank you so much for asking your question and if you haven’t already, please subscribe because I have so many more videos coming your way.
another alternative: Invite all your kids over on the same day. Ask them what they would like from the house, etc, have them write their name on a piece of tape and place in an inconspicuous place. when you're gone, thet take the item(s) and discard the rest.
@@aaronedmunds4829 What a great idea! My dad did something like that with me and my sister. It was just for a few categories of items he didn’t want any longer and we shared what he gave us with our kids. Whatever can reduce stress later on, is my kind of tip. Thank you for sharing! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video on Fridays and rumor has it that I might be releasing a bonus holiday video tomorrow. 💕🌸 All the best, Bren
Whether your kids want your stuff depends on the stuff and your kids. Just ask them. I for my part collect vintage and antique items and I am so sad my grand parents and parents gave most of their older things away or even put them in the garbage. It actually hurts to think about it.
@@anon-mx4jx It absolutely makes all the difference if your kids want your stuff. You have a fondness for antiques and would’ve loved to receive something like that. It does just depend on the person. I think parents should always ask their kids, but if the kids say no….thats ok, too. Thanks so much for your comment. I hope you subscribed, because I’m doing a series on this topic. The video you just commented on is the first one and the next one in the series will be out this week regarding SENTIMENTAL items. Sounds like that is a good topic for you based on what you shared. All the best, Bren🌸💕
If you have dishes you love already, I would absolutely see if the granddaughters would like them. You never know. If you take them, you will always choose the ones you love over these and in that case, it's just not worth it. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
I only have $30 a month to spend on personal items ( including eating out). Therefore I can't afford to replace things. Kathy B I have a long running list of big-ticket items like the microwave repair, it needs a new door 😊handle.
In my area microwaves get tossed fairly often. They also have common handle sizes. It's likely if you take a lot of walks for health you can score one. Bring a screwdriver. That's how I replaced my door handle. Best wishes
I would pick take out, too. HANDS DOWN. ;) Everyone needs a night off cooking. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
We were raised to value family hand me downs, because we couldn't afford to replace them. So, if nothing else, boomers didn't increase land fills. Much of that stuff was used by several generations so we we were not a throw away group of people. Of course, my kid doesn't want this stuff, and I understand. But it is cutting ties with his history.
@@janicewolk6492 I completely understand. There were things I thought my kids would want, as well. When my kids were little, they also used hand me downs from each other and from friends. It’s a very good thing to do. Thank you for sharing. 🌸 All the best, Bren
I moved from a 3 bedroom house to a motor home I donated everything except a few family heirlooms, they are in historical society display as my children done want them , I gave my children their childhood items I saved and I put all photos and other paperwork on ancestry account.
@@lindabourketempleton4040 You sure did a great job downsizing. I bet you feel a weight off of yourself. Thank you for sharing. I’m happy for you! I’ll be posting videos every Friday, so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren 🌺💕
@@createone100 That’s a great observation. Guilty as charged 😂 I grew up in Detroit and spent most of my life living in Michigan. I do love a good Canadian accent. Michiganders often say something I know you will recognize that we adopted from Canadians: eh 😂 My husband still says that all the time. I enjoyed your comment. I’d love it if you’d subscribe. I’m going to post a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren 🌸
I notice that, too. Completely extra words that don’t add anything to a sentence. But I certainly enjoyed this video and can make use of a couple of the great tips.
Brenda- you did such a nice job on this video! Great content and ideas! The editing was well done, as well. As I am a new subscriber, I might have missed the explanation, but I find the utensil and microphone you are holding up while speaking to be very distracting. Was there a meaning or symbolism behind that? Thank you again for your video- I really enjoyed it!
@@Shelly_B Thank you so much Shelly. The shirt I was wearing was sagging with my mic so I improvised. Thank you for your comment. I have since purchased a little mic that I can clip onto my shirt. So exciting to get this little gadget. 🥰
@@nunya257 That’s a great point. Here’s the answer. It depends if they have too much of your pattern of dishes. For me, mine was more rare and fetched a higher price. Even within a pattern some pieces are valued higher than others. They give you a quote and you are not obligated to sell to them if you are not happy with their offer. Thanks for your thoughts. 😊🌸💕
@@walkietalkie2193 Thank you so much! So sweet of you! Love your RUclips name! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday & I’d love for you to continue watching. Rumor has it that I might do a bonus video on Sunday if I can swing it. 🌸💕
I gifted my mom a copy of the Swedish death cleaning book and she gave it back to me.😂 Now I'm stuck going through all of her crap and getting rid of it myself b/c I don't want it and her 3 other kids and 2 kids-in-law don't want to help so eff them, no knick knacks or coffee mugs or stuffed animals for them! It's literally hundreds of thousands of items that I have to force my adhd brain to make decisions about whether to keep, donate or trash, where to donate, how to recycle, etc while working 2 jobs and trying to get this cleanout done in a timely manner so my bf can move in before his lease expires. Burnout is real... exhaustion, mental, physical and emotional. I love my Mum b/c we're blood, but I honestly don't like her much even though (or perhaps because) I devoted 18 years of my life to being her caregiver.
@@desireelevesque634 I completely understand your frustration. I’m glad that you will never do that to your kids after having to go through what you did.
You’re certainly in a tough position and need all the support that you can get. Seeing as you have ADHD, I urge you to stay on whatever meds you’re taking and don’t hesitate to contact your physician if you feel you need a change there.
24 years and counting. 😂 Plus, I've sold things for others on eBay, garage sales and estate sales. I really do love it. I feel that if an item is in your house and you're not using it, you can turn it into money and use it for things like travel.
Didn’t need to know a medium size shirt was just too big for you. Sigh. Nice video though. I really need to go through all the clothes I will just never wear again. A curated and thoughtful closet would be so wonderful
@@ellencourtney7187 Sorry about that. 🥰❤️. You are in luck…because part 3 in this series will be posted this week! And guess what? It’s on CLOTHES. It’s something we all struggle with believe me. I hope you subscribed, so you get notified when it’s released. The 4th and final episode in the series will be on household items. Then around New Years, I’ll be doing a deep house cleaning video. If there are any topics you want discussed, please feel free to let me know. Thanks for commenting. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Thank you for asking. I did check and the condition it was in made it not worth selling for me. I sure appreciate your question. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
@@juliebee61 It can be very difficult when I loved one doesn’t see things the way we do. You can be an inspiration to him by example with your own things. People are definitely more important than things. Just takes a bit of time (& maybe never) for others to understand. In the meantime, you keep feeling good about your progress and love your husband just the way he is. ❤️
@@juliesmith6228 That’s so true! My husband once said “I like to see the floor”. I thought to myself that I do, too. Things that take up space should be useful and if they’re not, you shouldn’t worry about getting rid of them. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and maybe a bonus one this Sunday. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@inthevortex-de1rh Thank you for your question. This particular series is focused on people over 40 who have years of built up clutter that they haven’t dealt with ever. That certainly doesn’t mean everyone cannot gain something from the series, but people over 40 that are becoming empty nesters or close to it, really struggle, so I focused on them this time around. If there’s a topic you would like me to cover, please let me know. I would love any suggestions you might have. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Use real pictures in your videos, not stock photos, and show what you're talking about - like you were in the kitchen, but you didn't open the cupboard with the special dishes to show them and the room they take up. And the Shirley Temple doll! Would love to have seen that. lol
@@AwedOne GREAT TIPS! I will absolutely implement all your suggestions. I sure wish I had a pic of the Shirley Temple doll. I would look one up if I could do it over again. Thanks a bunch for taking the time to comment. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every week and with help like you gave me, I’ll do better each time. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I was in full swing of declutterring a few months ago until there was a communication breakdown and a bag full of library books accidentally got take to the curb and that basically stopped me in my tracks 🥲 I explained what happened to library and they have been very understanding and even held out hope whoever got them will realize they’re library books and return, but ultimately I owe the library $325 for that declutterring mistake 🥹
@@avocadomegs4189 OH NO!!! 🥹 How unfortunate. You have to forgive yourself for making that mistake. It happens to all of us, trust me. Some mistakes, like yours, are more expensive than others. I sure hope you can move past it and get rolling again with your decluttering. I have one more video already posted in this series on sentimental items and then this week and next, the final 2 episodes in the series will post on clothes and accessories and household items, so I hope you’re subscribed so you get notified. 🌸💕 All the best, Bren
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The "sunk cost fallacy" was a revelation to me when I finally accepted that the money was already wasted when I made the purchase. Passing the items on was cathartic and helped me move past that particular roadblock. Plus, it was a learning experience each time. What a fantastic attitude your dad has about sending items on to their new homes as well.
@@antiquesrestoration3874 I am so happy for you! 🎉🎉 It’s a toughy, but when we get past that lost money mentality, it’s full steam ahead! I hope you subscribed, because I released the 2nd video in this series last week on sentimental items and this week and next week, the last 2 in the series will come out on clothes and household items. Let me know what you think about those. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@@downsizetoupsize just subbed.
It took me five minutes to realize you were talking to a spatula, and it made my day!
So funny, but I was wearing a shirt that just wouldn’t cooperate with my little mic. 😂 Necessity is the mother of invention. 😊
Me too.ha
Ohmagosh! Same. 😂
I guess I’m pretty sharp today…I saw it right away! 😆
@@downsizetoupsize and a fun one at that!
It's the spatula for me
best multi-use i've seen this month
@@oldanduncouth Awwww thank you! 🌸💕 My daughter got me this shirt and it was not cooperating with the mic so I thought what can I use. 😆 I hope you subscribed, so you can get notified, because I just released the second video in the series and two more will be coming out over the next few weeks. All the best, Bren
Took me half the video to realize why she was holding a spatula. 😂
First time viewer. Liked this video. I emptied my parents house 6 yrs ago and my dad’s senior apt 4 yrs ago. Not one grandchild wanted any of their stuff. I kept a tea cup set my brother kept tools. After both of these huge jobs I came home to my husband and said, “ we will not do this to our kids!” We have declutterred about 75% of our stuff… 2000 books, we read almost everything digital or use library now, a college was thrilled to get my husbands theology books, 42 bins of Christmas to one bin and a 4ft tree. I love everything we kept and the time I save cleaning, dusting, storing has freed me up so much.
@@CassieW-97 You don’t just get 1 gold star! You get 5 GOLD STARS! What an incredible accomplishment especially on your holiday items and books. I always loved to declutter but after having to deal with the contents of my grandma’s and dad’s houses, I had the same epiphany as you did. My kids and my sister’s kids took things like one scarf or a sweater and the rest, we had estate sales and donated. I just like less to manage in general. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. I just released a new video TODAY and plan to post a new one each Friday. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
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42 bins of Christmas? Holy patoly.
I have a large game room that I have been using as a storage shed for too many years. It looks like a hoarder’s nightmare. I dream of using that room for home Bible study groups and large family gatherings. I have stumbled upon something that truly helps me with decluttering it. Every time I walk into that room for a decluttering session I say out loud, “Nothing in this room is more important than the people I want to have over!” That declaration really helps me with purging the sentimental stuff because instead of stressing about keeping the old memories I’m focusing on the new memories I want to create in this space. ❤️
@@shutterbugkc I absolutely love that and it is so true. No possession is more important than people! Filling that room with people enjoying each other’s company outweighs the clutter any day of the week! Good for you to come up with such a good way to motivate yourself. I’m sure you will make it happen with that kind of mindset. 🥰💕
I love the way you're holding your mic. That's genius.
@@goulash64 oh thank you so much! My daughter bought me the shirt I wore and the mic would not cooperate so I thought what can I use and my spatula spoon won. 😂🌸
Thank you. I'm going through this right now. The hardest stuff to get rid of are the items that have a family back story to it that is precious. But you're right, our kids do NOT want our crap (their words for it).
@@deborahdevane6330 I love it! We are a family that uses the word crap, too! 😂 I think of it like this: they can take what they want, but they also deserve to get things that speak to their taste and make them feel good. Sounds like you know exactly what I mean. I hope you’re subscribed, because I’ll be releasing episode 3 on clothes in this series this week and the 4th and last episode of this series will be the following week on household items. The second one was on sentimental items in case you missed it. Way more to come after that, too.
All the best, Bren 🌸💕
One thing that helps me when I’m decluttering is the concept that every item I own also owns me - because I have to maintain, clean, dust, or store it. So, when I’m deciding whether to keep, donate or toss an item, I ask myself, “Do I really want to be owned by this item?” Usually, the answer is a clear Yes! Or No!
@@gailwhite8796 I love that Gail! Thanks for sharing that thought. It better be worth all the effort if you keep something, because you are so right things can own you and not the other way around. I used to struggle with the yes or no thing. Often times, I would try to justify something when I knew it was a clear no. 🌺💕
I hate dusting
@@Jennifer-bs6oyBANE OF MY EXISTENCE! I'M ALLERGIC!!!
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I find it therapeutic but I understand why others don't lol
@@katie7748 happy holidays Katie. Love your name. From Tucson
First time viewer. When you said that our kids don't want our stuff I was in!
@@terrihubbard1437 I’m so glad! I understand how kids don’t want brown furniture…it’s not their color maybe but my white dishes did surprise me. That said, I admire them for only having things they truly love in their space. Good for them! I hope you subscribed, because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and possibly a bonus one this Sunday. All the best, Bren
I loved your dad saying, “we sure made people happy”❤
@@ReginaChristenson I lost my dad a few years ago and his voice is often in my head when I’m trying to figure something out. I love that saying, too! 🥰
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I rarely regret decluttering anything and usually forget about the decluttered items very quickly! Great tips! 💓💓💓
@@MyBlessedNest I’m the same as you! I struggle sometimes with an item even though I know the answer…I will try to justify it. An example is an old handbag I sold this year. That thing sat in my cabinet for years unused. I did love it at one point, but no more. I parted ways with it and I haven’t thought about it until I was trying to give you an example. I still do NOT regret it. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday at 2:45pm. Today is Friday. 💕🎉🌸 All the best, Bren
@@downsizetoupsizeI subscribed! Thanks Bren! 🤗
You have a really calming voice to listen to. Loved listening to you in the background while I did my own decluttering.
@@andTheLadyMondegreen That makes me feel so good that you had me on while you’re decluttering! So sweet of you and I appreciate the compliment. 🌸
Yes, her voice reminds me of the actress who plays the mom in the movie 'Elf'.
Her kind voice makes it seem like a gentle process
@ You win the award 🏆 for the sweetest comment of the day! Thank you so much for watching! There’s one other video on sentimental items in this series out already besides the one you watched and 2 more coming this week and next on clothes and household items. I hope you’re subscribed so you’ll get notified. Around New Years, I’ll be posting a clean with me whole house deep clean video. Let me know what you think of these. I’d love to hear from you again. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I love how you put the mic on a spatula. Genius!
@@JeanKLYOW 🥰 Thank you so much! I love to wear these cute shirts my daughter found for me, but even my little mic rolls on this type of shirt, so I had to come up with something. 😂 Glad you enjoyed it. I hope you’re subscribed because I just released the second video in this series and the final 2 will post over the next 2 weeks. Around New Year’s Day, I’m going to release a deep cleaning house video. You have a wonderful day!!! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
My community has a garage sale once a year in the spring. I am decluttering and pricing as I go, using my son’s old bedroom (he recently bought his own home) as a storage unit until the sale. In the spring, everything will be priced and ready to go. Knowing I will make a little money back is helping me part with things and my husband and I have already agreed that whatever does not sell gets donated to the thrift shop.
@@livingthedream923 Such a SMART idea to use your son’s old room to store the stuff you’ve decided to sell. I love that idea because you can just close the door and it’s not invading your living space. It’s awesome your husband is on board with donating afterwards. You’ve given me a great idea: price as you go. With as many sales as I’ve done, I have never priced as I go, but I sure will do that going forward! Thank you so much! Every Friday, I’ll be putting out a new video. If you have any suggestions as to what you’d like to hear about, feel free to let me know! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I find when my community has a garage sale, I don't sell very much. Too much competition! I create my own garage sale and put ads up online. hang a few signs, and be prepared to start very early. Then I sell a lot.
I take a picture of the item I don’t need anymore.
I had luggage, the old kind without wheels that my parents had given me as a HS graduation gift. We stored those pieces for years just because of the sentimental factor. Finally I took pictures of the luggage inside and out and let them go.
Having pictures is just as sentimental and makes it easy for me to let go of stuff.
@@GBev7 What a great point. You don’t need the physical item to have the good memories associated with it and taking pictures of it is absolutely just as good! It might even be better because it’s so much easier to access pictures. Happy you let that luggage go! Good for you! 💕🎉
That is indeed an excellent tip!
@ I agree 100%! Thank you for participating in the conversation. 😊 I hope you subscribed because the final episode in this series will be posted the day after Christmas. It will be on household items. Episodes 2 & 3 in the series go over sentimental items and clothes and accessories. Hope you get a chance to watch those, too. Around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a Whole House Cleaning video on those forgotten places we never clean. I hope you have a wonderful day! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I added personal photos. I am of the era when pictures were printed. I had 20 albums of pictures that got heavy if I had to pack them and move plus they only gave me something else to dust. I pulled out 5 of the most significant periods, happy periods, and dumped the rest. My family does not want pictures of me upon my demise. And work binders, I had a 20 plus year career as a financial consultant and I still had all the binders related to that career, I dumped those as well. Now, if item reminds me of the past, I dump it because it is distracting me from the dear precious present. Thank you for sharing your experience.
@@Prodrig817 oh I just LOVE what you shared! I think those photos can be a burden. I completely get it. When my grandma passed away, I inherited all the pictures. Early this past year, I put them in albums and it was honestly depressing, but at the same time, something very good came to me. I thought to myself that all these distant relatives (great, great grandparents etc) are all gone and they have no more opportunities to live their best lives. In that moment, I decided to make sure I remember that and live my best life. I’m glad you parted ways with things that didn’t make you feel good or gave you bad vibes/feelings! Who needs that stuff! GOOD FOR YOU! ❤️🥰🌸
@@downsizetoupsize thank you for your kind words. It took courage and acceptance that the life I lead was excellent because I worked really hard to make it so, but it didn’t turn out like I thought it would. I appreciate the mention that the photos kept are the ones that make me feel good. It takes valor, to move on, while there is life to live. Viva the current life! 🎉
I just spent two nights at a friend’s home specifically so we could go through pictures. We’ve been friends for 50 years so many life experiences overlap for us. We swapped some family pictures and laughed about old school pictures, etc. Biggest thing was, she emptied 2 large bins and I emptied one.
@ Congratulations 🎉 I had to do it by spurts because the emotions that came up to the surface were painful to process all at once. Then I realized the albums were more of a burden or distraction like something I still have to get to. For example, a book that I haven’t finished reading yet. That gave me the energy to push through the emotions that were weighing me down.
When I was small I used to stand on the fire hearth and sing into our ice cream scoop!😂
@@StacyVescial Such a sweet memory! Sounds like it made a great mic! 🥰 Thank you for sharing!! My shirt would not cooperate with my mic so I thought to myself….what can I use 😂. I hope you subscribed because the 2ND episode in this series posted last week on sentimental items & episodes 3 and 4 will post this week and next week on clothes/accessories and household items. Around New Year’s Day, I’ll be releasing a whole house deep clean video. If you get a chance to watch any of these, please let me know what you think. Have a wonderful day!
All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Love the spatula microphone. My kind of Mom!
@@mushroom_thrillers Awwww! Thank you so much! I’m definitely going to use it again because some of my shirts just won’t support a mic. 😂 I hope you’re subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every week (hopefully this Wednesday). This week’s will be episode 2 of “what I wish I knew before I decluttered” and sentimental items will be discussed. All the best, Bren
I retired from teaching in 2021. I got rid of some school clothes but kept some that I really like. Now I substitute teach occasionally and I’m glad I still have some of my school clothes. My problem is with the dressier stuff: graduation, wedding etc. I need to select an item to be buried in (just kidding I’m leaning towards cremation) Anyway I need to get into that closet and clean house on the dressy stuff, then I can store quilting fabric in its place until I get to those projects. Thanks for the pep talk!
@@maryjaynejordan I love your comment! I’m a kidder, too! 😂🎉 We don’t have to get rid of everything when we quit something, especially if there’s any chance we might have to pick it up again like you did with substitute teaching. Keeping all of it is a mistake, so you did really good.
You are in LUCK! The video you watched is the 1ST in the series and the 2ND video released last week on sentimental items like a wedding dress. The 3RD one will be posted on clothes this week and the final in the series will post next week on household items. Then around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a whole house deep clean. I think from your comment, that you might find all of these videos useful. You can even have me on while you’re going through your items for some company.
I hope you subscribed because I have a ton of videos planned and I’d love to hear from you again. Thank you so much for sharing!
All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Very good advice as I’m going through my own downsizing and decluttering process! It is so hard to sell clothing for cheap or give it away knowing how I much i spent on it. But the lesson is to maybe stop buying so much stuff lol! Thank you for all of these great tips!!
You can do it! It will feel so good to have only the things you love in your closet and it will leave room for new things that make you feel like a million bucks when you wear them. If you sell clothes on eBay, sometimes you can get more $ listing them as a "lot" in the same sizes/styles. Also, you would be amazed what you can get for vintage clothes these days, ESPECIALLY brands like Gap. If you have anything that is over 20 years old, check Poshmark and eBay before donating or selling at a garage sale.😍 90's & early 2000's thrifting is a real thing.
I have decluttered one-of-a-kind items (including clothing) that a decade later, I still regret donating it. I've never been able to replace them.
Awww.. I'm sorry that happened to you. I do understand. I have had a few things that I thought I regretted, but then remembered why I got rid of them in the first place which made me feel better. Try not to be too hard on yourself. All the best, Bren
That was so helpful! Thinking about "making someone's day" does make it easier to let go. You motivated me. The struggle is real.
@@dpoon11 I agree 100%! After my dad said that to me, I thought to myself that he was so right and every time I part with something I’m not using….i still remember his words. Thank you for finding that valuable. 😊🌺
This is helpful. I don’t bother trying to sell any thing. It is more hassle than help. But then again I don’t have pricy things. The kids do not want any thine so if it is to be- it is up to me.
Thank you so much for commenting! I think it’s nice to donate if your kids don’t want or need anything. It always helps people that need something at a good price. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. I have a new one out today actually. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Brenda- having the same storage containers is brilliant. I look in my garage where we store our stuff and everything is in different containers. It doesn't look cohesive or peaceful. Thanks for the tip!!!
@@Shelly_B it’s so true Shelly! A small space like a garage can look so much bigger even if the storage is in the same color scheme even. 😃
I like the color of your blue spatula it blends with your shirt. You have great tips enjoying your video.
@@juanav9200 It just so happened that my shirt wasn’t cooperating with my mic and I had a matching spatula. 😂 I didn’t think of it at the time, but I noticed it for sure afterwards. So funny! I’m glad you enjoyed the tips. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be releasing a new video every Friday and I just might be able to squeeze in a bonus video this Sunday. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Great video that Brenda! The part about not getting rid of stuff because of money really resonates with me because that’s one of my reasons for not getting rid of stuff. Glad to know I’m not alone.
@@scriptimonicaonset You’re definitely not alone. I think a lot of people struggle with it. If you let it go, you prob won’t even think of it again though. 🥰
It's true, adult kids often don't want most of your stuff. However, you never know what unusual item of yours they may want. Maybe we can ask ahead of getting rid of specific things. Give/Gift items Now... rather than waiting. (Unless You Love it, use it, etc.,etc.
Oh I agree 100%! If I'm not using something, I always ask my kids. Then, if they don't want it, I feel good about donating or selling it. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
I am guilty of holding on to so much stuff! Everything from clothes 4 sizes too small, scrubs I will never wear again, heels I will also never wear again, and those "collections". I still have bins of beanie babies, holiday barbies, hideously ugly beer steins my husband has collected. I really need to start decluttering (and get him to do it too)!
@@dottiehall9219 You are not alone!!! I’m happy you are going to start going through these things and lighten your load. It will also lighten your mind as you make progress! ❤️ Please subscribe if you haven’t already because I’m going to post a new video every Friday afternoon (today is Friday 🎉) and you don’t want to miss any. You can even have me on RUclips as you work through your stuff if that helps you. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
This is going to be our Winter project to go through. things and declutter.. Some of these things make for a very hard decision but as you said, will I really miss them
@@karenaleman2059 I’m very happy for you! Winter is a perfect time to go through your stuff and declutter. If you get stuck on an item, just set its side and keep moving. You can circle back to the hard decision item later.
Sentimental items can be especially difficult. Last week, I released the 2ND episode in this series (this one you watched is the 1ST). I hope you subscribed because the last 2 episodes in the series will be released this week and next. Then….right around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a whole house deep cleaning video.
You’re going to do great on parting ways with things! Your home will feel so good to you when you’re done.
All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I agree with the picture hack, I’ve done it. It works. You get to keep the memory but able to physically let things go.
@@Green4CloveR Yep! I think being in the present also contributes to letting things go. If you want a space that fits your life now, parting ways with things will be much easier….if that makes sense. I hope you’re subscribed, because I’ll be posting 2 more videos in this series: clothes and household items and then around New Year’s Day, I’ll be posting a deep house cleaning video. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Thanks for supporting people with Down Syndrome by doing the Buddy Walk!
@@debicraddock5603 My pleasure! Thank you for commenting. 💕🌸 We were supporting family friends with a 6 month old girl. She is so precious and we were honored to participate in the walk. There’s tons of walks and runs here in the Cincinatti area, but this one is extra special! Thanks for watching. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday, so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren
The doozy on your list - keeping something bc you spent good money on it is a tough one for me. We still have two platters that I insisted we needed that have spent 29 years in their original boxes! Love the clear bin/shelving and tip of buying your containers after you’ve decluttered.
Thank you so much! I totally understand your platter situation. Those are sometimes the hardest things to let go of. It's crazy, but when I went into those storage bins, I found stuff I thought I got rid of. Blasts from the past! Re bins...I feel that if you buy them right, you buy them once. Saves $ for sure. 😍
Platters I insisted we needed and still in original boxes - something like my wedding china place setting. We use about 6-10 times per year but one setting still in the box and NEVER use the coffee cup and saucers that were included. Why I even bothered selecting “wedding china” - DOH!
Selling items that are no longer wanted can be satisfying but I find it particularly rewarding to give stuff away to someone who wants or needs it. We have a group chat with neighbours and we always offer things to each other. Maybe your kids do not want it or you do not have children but someone else in your friend and family circle does. I can remember how nice it was when my colleagues gave me items they no longer needed when I first moved into my own rented place and I had hardly anything.
@@valp.5095 ABSOLUTELY PERFECT POINT! 🎉 We have a group chat with our neighbors, too. It is such a wonderful thing to consider your neighbors friends. Often times one of us (especially me 😂) will ask if somebody wants something. Our next door neighbors have kids that are 5-7 years younger than my girls. They have said yes to many of their items. You’re right…it just makes you (the giver) feel so good! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday at 2:45pm. Today is Friday. 💕🎉🌸 All the best, Bren
Ok you seem super sweet and i agree 100% with everything youve said so far [im1/2 way through] especially about prioritizing kids over declutering. The clutter around you is giving me anxiety. But its a good thing. You're using items to demonstrate a point. Im going to subscribe.
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am so glad you subscribed. Waking up to such a positive comment from someone who took time out of their day to say something nice to me is just so AWESOME! I appreciate it.
I have one more video on HOUSEHOLD CLUTTER in this series of 4. It will post next week. The other videos are on SENTIMENTAL ITEMS AND CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES. Hope you get a chance to watch those, as well.
I have so many more videos coming your way that I have a. feeling will be right for you.
Have a wonderful day! All the best, Bren 🌸💞
@@downsizetoupsize I will watch those thanks. Sending wishes for happy holidays and blessings in the new year!
I have put a box in my living room and when I find something I no longer want . When the box is full I take it to a charity organization. I’ve been doing this for a couple of years. When my grandkids come by they may go through the box and take what they want and my kids. The box go emptied this last time. This way it gives me time to really know if I want to get rid of it. I don’t want to do garbage sales or sell on social media.
@@kc8718 Garage sales can take so much time. I feel good about giving things away, too. It’s especially nice if loved ones take an item. I hope you subscribed, because I just released episode 2 in this series and it’s on sentimental clutter. Have a great day and thanks so much for commenting! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I like to ask myself what i'd actually genuinely really be shattered about if there was a fire that was so quick there was no time to grab anything & my home was burnt to the ground. When i imagine that, there's nothing that would override the relief that there was nothing i could have done to save stuff & at least i was still alive. It really puts things in perspective. The nuisance of having to sort out passport, contracts, etc was the only thing that stressed me
@@katl6426 Asking yourself this question really makes you think about what’s actually important and it absolutely puts things into perspective. When we think about things that way, it makes it all very clear for us. I really appreciate you sharing! I’m putting a new video out every Friday. If you ever have a topic you’d like to hear about, please let me know! 🌸💕🌺 All the best, Bren
Thanks for the video. Nice, helpful tips.
@@maryd253 I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and found the tips helpful. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video on Fridays and rumor has it that I might be releasing a bonus holiday video tomorrow. 💕🌸 All the best, Bren
Excited to get started decluttering!
@@nikkipoon1695 I’m excited for you!!! Feels so good and fresh after you’re done.
Love your ideas. One thing i do and am actually doing today is i get like 3 or 4 boxes ( 1 of them always being a box i dont care if it goes). I separate my things in keep, maybe, sell, donate. Pluse a garbage bag. Now keep is obvious, maybe are things i havent decided and could swing possibly bkth ways, sell are things i want to try and sell first BUT if not sold in per say 2 weeks will go for free or donate, then the donate box i close as soon as it is full and either put in car to take somewhere or if i really dont want to haul it i put it on FB. I also will put stuff on the edge of my lawn ( if it is nice weather). But even this i post on FB saying feww stuff at my adress. This works out pretty well. Nope wont hold that stuff. First come.
I used to watch a show, darn if i remember name, very old show, they had tarps out for keep etc. And were only allowed to keep as much stuff as would fit on that tarp. If anyone remembers the name, let me know.
@@apriljoklumb9573 I love your comment. I implement a lot of what you said but I use bags vs boxes and I don’t use a maybe bag but I probably should. 😂 I will try that next time. I will definitely be using the idea of putting things at the end of my lawn to see if anyone would like it. I appreciate your suggestions! 💕🌸 WAS THE SHOW CLEAN SWEEP BY ANY CHANCE? I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and this week I’m going to attempt a special Sunday video. I hope you have the best day!!!! Bren
@downsizetoupsize I have a maybe bag. For most of it I've gone back 2 weeks later and culled more stuff. Some people say why the double handling but i honestly dont regret letting it go. You're right to say you don't have to do it all in one go. Ours is so piled up I've wanted to get it out TODAY,but I've had to accept I actually need that time to process some decisions.
@ What we need to remember is everyone is different and we have our own speeds and processing rates. As long as you are making progress, I think that’s a good thing! 🌺
@@downsizetoupsize Clean Sweep with organizer Peter Walsh came to mind for me, too. I enjoyed watching that show.
@ I LOVED THAT SHOW! Remember Neicey?
Just found your channel. Loved how you divided up each tip into segments. Thank you!
@@exhibitdesign901 THANK YOU! When I watch something, I like when it’s organized like that, too. So sweet of you to notice! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday AND today, I’m releasing a bonus holiday video at 10am est. all the best, Bren 🌸💕
I filled up a trash can with old teacher stuff. My neighbors are also retired teachers. We cheered when the trash collector dumped the can into the truck.
I LOVE IT! It is so nice to get rid of things from our past that are no longer in use. I love that you guys cheered. It's sounds like it was a lot of fun. Good for you! I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every week. This week, I will be doing a "What I wish I knew BEFORE starting to DECLUTTER " episode 2 focused on SENTIMENTAL clutter. All the best, Bren
Here are two tips that have helped me declutter. 1) Set a timer. Somehow if my brain knows in advance that the difficult task is limited to a short time, I'm much more efficient. 2) Ask for help. I helped a friend with purging her closet, and another time I hired a neighbor teenager. I did the sorting and purging and the teen did all the packing and carrying of donations to my car.
GREAT TIPS! I will try a timer, too. That's a good one!! I think sometimes if we have someone with us, it's just easier for some reason to declutter. I love it when my daughter and I work together on our closets. I hope you're subscribed, because I'll be releasing a new video every week. This week, I will be posting episode 2 of "What I wish I knew BEFORE starting to DECLUTTER" which will focus on SENTIMENTAL items. All the best, Bren
I'm 39 as I write this, but I'm always open to decluttering rips! Most of these, I already knew, so thanks for the confirmation and reminder. 😁
Just putting this out here, though: Always ask your kids/grandkids if they want your stuff (like you did). There were certain things of my grandmother's that I wanted (including a ring she promised me when I was little), but most of her personal possessions disappeared after she died. Probably my uncles took them to the thrift shop. Thankfully, there were still plenty of mementos left when my family went to help clean out the house (including Grandma's wedding gown and Grandpa's Navy uniform from 1944!)...but it would have been nice if my uncles had waited until all the family could have a say. /RANT
Your advice is helpful and very logical--liking this video so I can come back to these tips when I need a refresher. 😊 Thanks for sharing!
@@rrgoodwill2914 Thank YOU so much for sharing! It is so unfortunate when those in charge of estates don’t consider the entire family. They should have been more thoughtful than they were! I’m sorry that happened to you! ❤️ I don’t know why that is. My aunt gave me my grandmothers ring. I was so touched by that. Apparently, my grandma told her she wanted me to have it and my aunt remembered. I found a picture of her wearing that ring when my uncle was born. ❤️ It must’ve meant a lot to her. I’m glad you found my channel. I’ll be posting 2 more videos in this series over the next few weeks. One on clothes and one on household items. Then on New Years Dat, I’ll be releasing a deep cleaning and organizing house video. Next time I do a video….maybe I’ll say I this will help everyone especially if you’re over 40 bc I don’t want to exclude anyone for sure. The over 40 crowd really struggles with this stuff though so that’s why I said it. Thank you for understanding and still watch it even though you’re 39. 😅😂 All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Good ideas! Thank you for sharing!
@@antonianovoa6416 Thank you so much for your comment. I love the feedback and interaction. Hope you can watch my next video!!! Have a wonderful night!
First time to see this channel. You have a lovely speaking voice
Thank you so much for your kindness. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. I finally finished my bachelors degree in May after years of wanting to accomplish that goal. I had to take speech class to graduate. I was terrified, but I think it really helped me. My professor was tough, but really caring & I learned a lot. 💕🌸 I’m going to put another video out this week on Friday (which will be my normal day each week) and possibly a bonus video on Sunday…please watch so we can stay in touch. I’d love that! Have a wonderful day! ☀️
Use your good dishes every day
@@lindabourketempleton4040 Thats exactly right. So happy I got rid of my white ones because the ones I use everyday make me happy when I look at them. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. Thanks so much for watching and for sharing a comment. It means so much! All the best, Bren 🌸💕🌺
Great information! Thank you
@@TwistsNTravels So happy you found the information useful. I’ll be releasing one new video each week on Fridays, so please check back.
Very good points made in this video.
@@LynnStAubin-od5qe Thank you so much! I spoke from my heart and from experiences I’ve had. I am so happy you liked my points. I hope you subscribed, because I’ll be releasing a new video every Friday and if I can squeeze it in, I might do a bonus video this Sunday. All the best, Bren 🥰🌺
Don’t keep something just because you paid good money for it. Bam! That one was aimed at me.
@@sandraolson8635 Oh it’s one of my biggest things that I tell myself! I have to remember that how I feel in my space is way more important than the money that’s long gone. 😊🎉 If you haven’t already, please subscribe to my channel because I will be posting a new video every Friday & rumor has it I might do a bonus one this Sunday. 💕🌸
I had a lot of clothes that were just a size too small. There was a plumbing issue in the neighbours and we had moisture under our house but no one realised, until we got mould in one wardrobe. I cleaned that kne out, and then realised another wardrobe was starting to get musty. I got rid of it all so quick before it was absoltuely useless to anyone. Most things won't last forever. They rot or denature. If you spent money on it and its not something you can sell, get it back out on the world before it's gone anyway.
Good tipps. Love them. Even though I'm still in the beginning of my journey, I do prefer to buy bins out of a line up from a name brand or in a standard*.
Reasons:
1) I can buy more, when I need them, even years after my first purchase
2) I need them in different sizes and with all of them being the exact same design, it's still not to cluttered and they stay stackable (I stick to 2 sizes lenght* width and 2 sizes hight).
*standard: I live in Europe and there is a standard "Eurobox."
@@SierraKilo76 Great points on bin purchases! I buy the brand name ones, too. They’re definitely more durable! It’s nice to be able to add them in the same design as you need more. You’re so right! Thank you so much for sharing! I’m posting a new video this Friday. I hope you check back. 🌸 All the best, Bren
First time viewer! You have me some great tips about selling on eBay.
@@Witchymortician So happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. People are intimidated to sell on eBay, but it really couldn’t be easier. Please subscribe if you haven’t already because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and I might do a bonus video this Sunday if I can squeeze it in. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Love your mic stand
@@carimonaghan3519 Thank you so much. 😂 Every once in awhile, I’m going to have to get creative like that. My shirt was not cooperating. I sure appreciate your comment! I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and if I can swing it, this week I might do a special Sunday one. So please subscribe if you haven’t so you will know when they’re available. All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Good post. Thank you for sharing.❤
@@SpeakTruthBeKind I LOVE your name! Thank YOU for commenting! It’s so appreciated! I’ll be putting out a new video every Friday afternoon. If there’s ever a topic you’d like me to cover, please let me know. 🥰🌺 All the best, Bren
It took me a long time to dig in to declutter. I would have it in my head that on so and so day I would dig in. Well I got all pumped up but as soon as I opened a closet door to tackle it, I became suddenly overwhelmed and ended up closing the door. Eventually I started with decluttering a drawer. That was manageable and got me on a roll to tackle the closets. I would always tell family and friends please don't buy me anymore cloths or Nick knacks. How many shirts or pants should a person own ? Not that many that you only end up wearing the shirt once a year. Too much ( stuff ) causes me terrible anxiety, plus my family was not honoring my request, which added to my anxiety. I like neatness and order and it seems they would load me with stuff they didn't want. I'm feeling so much better knowing I regained control over my clutter situation.
@carolsipala1639 I’m so happy for you that you regained control. I’m right with you on your point about having too much stuff & it causing anxiety. I think your family has great intentions and they don’t want you to feel left out when gift giving occurs. Have you tried asking them to give you consumable gifts vs physical items? That way, they can still gift your something, but it won’t stick around your house forever. You’re right, how many pants or shirts do we need.
Please subscribe if you haven’t already, because I just released a clothes and accessories video in this series. You might like it since you struggled with decluttering your closet. It’s the 3rd video in this series. The 4th and final video in the series will post next week. It’ll be on household items.
I hope you have a wonderful holiday season! All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Just found your channel tonight. I really enjoyed your videos. I subscribe and thank you so much.
@@sheliadean9548 THANK YOU! 🎉 I sure appreciate you subscribing! I’m so glad you enjoyed the videos. I sent a reply to your previous message but I didn’t know you had subscribed yet. I have so many great videos coming out every Friday, so stay turned! 😊 Have a wonderful night! All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Thanks for sharing 😊 I have been going through my photos and trashed blurry pictures and pull out some to give away as Christmas gifts.
Great idea on gifting pictures for Christmas! People take so many pictures on their phones these days and don’t print them, so I’m sure everyone who gets this present from you will love and appreciate your thoughtfulness. Awesome job on decluttering those blurry pics! 🌸💕🎉
I love you calm vibe. I'm excited to have found you and learn more about how to downsize and declutter...even though I don't meet your 40 and above criteria, but it is essentially impossible to find anything about downsizing that doesn't imply that you have to be of a certain age, it just feels exclusionary, like I'm not allowed to want to better my life until I reach a certain age.
YOU are ahead of the game!!! I LOVE IT! Good for you! I'm proud of you! It is so nice to encounter someone that understands the benefits of downsizing at a younger age. WELCOME! 🥰 I am so happy you found me. 💗 I think EVERYONE can benefit from downsizing. I did it when I was 40. I wish I would've done in so much sooner (like you). In fact, if I would've known how much I love living in a small house, I wouldn't have lived in a big one and I would have focused on experiences instead of stuff. It took me time to learn. Please subscribe if you haven't because I am continuing with a series on this video that you watched. Episode 2 is going to deal with sentimental items. Again, thank you for connecting and know that you fit right in here on this channel! All the best, Bren
Tha is my first time watching one of your videos. I enjoyed it very much. You are so calming and logical in your decluttering advice. I have about 10 items I think are worth selling on eBay. I may give it a try before I donate. As I am retired now, I have the time to learn how to sell.
@@valerie718 That’s the sweetest compliment. It means a lot to me. Thank you! I’m a continuing learner, too! 😊 eBay is so easy! Just type in the item you’re interested in selling in the search bar. Then go to the filters and find the “sold” icon and press it. That will give you an idea if your item is worth selling or not. I’ll be posting videos every Friday afternoon so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
@ thanks for the filtering tip. That will save me some time. I look forward to your next video.
I regretted decluttering something once but it’s not what you think. Etsy sells these lovely art prints and I purchased and printed one for holiday decor. It was an 8 x 10 frame. I decluttered the frame with the Christmas print in it. Later, I remembered that my children’s and families past photos were behind that print. I specifically remember leaving them in there. I went back to goodwill to rebuy it or at least open it up to remove the personal photos, but it was gone.
@@Kirkble-d2c That is a loss. 😩 It’s so frustrating when something like that happens. I understand. I hope that situation doesn’t happen again to you. 🌸💕 Thank you for sharing! I’ll be posting a new video every Friday, so please check back and comment again if you get a chance. All the best, Bren
Thanks for the reminder about emptying the frames. And check pockets and inside books.
I'm into my 2nd year of decluttering😊 Eventually it'll get done, I promised my son there would be minimal stuff for him to deal with in the future.
@@joanderson2055 Good for you to do that for your son. That is what I call LOVE! Please subscribe if you haven’t done it already because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
Just found you and subscribed. Thank you for inspiring!
@@MyLittleRealities YOU just made my day ☀️. Thank you so much for taking the time to share that. It’s so appreciated! Thank you for subscribing, too. I will be posting a new video every Friday & rumor has it I might do a bonus one this Sunday. 💕🌸
I am now making a list of every I just got rid of in 2024. Because I moved. So much still in storage, though!
@simmiedavissimmiesings8185 I think making a list of things you parted ways with is an amazing idea and it will allow you to see just how much progress you made. 🎉🎉Good for you! I hope you subscribed to the channel because there’s 2 more videos in this series on clothes and household items that will be released this week and next. Episode 2 is available if you haven’t seen it yet on sentimental items.
I hope you love where you moved and that it’s a great space for you. Let me know what you think about the other videos. I look forward to hearing from you again.
All the best, Bren 💕🌸
Where to buy the black labels on your tote and bins?
@@bettydoty2266 Hey Betty! Thanks for asking. I got them on Amazon. I will find a link and post it in the description in this video for you so you can get the exact kind I did. They’re awesome and easy to use and they wipe off in case you make a mistake. You will also need chalk pens. I post a link to those, as well.
Thanks for watching .I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video in this series this afternoon. There will be a total of 4. Last one is coming out next week. Have a great day! Bren 🌸💕
Asking your kids if they want something or not is a tricky one. Depends on their moment in life. My mother asked me if I wanted the Christmas decoration my father had made himself in younger years ( he was a glass blower) when I was at University. Of course I didn't, living in a one bedroom appartment, so she gave that unique stuff away. Guess who regrets it now every winter.
Also: reduce plastic!!! You may as well store everything in pretty cardboard boxes, you label everything anyway.
@@berits.2346 I totally agree with you on the stages of life your kids are in. That is a good point. 🎉 Back in the day…I tried to use cardboard boxes but the weight of items would often cause them to be unstable or they got dented or crushed over time when the cardboard would get worn out. The good news is I’ve had all my clear bins for about 15 years and none have broken. Yay!! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday & I’d love for you to continue watching. Rumor has it that I might do a bonus video on Sunday if I can swing it. 🌸💕
U r so rt about cardboard! It deteriorates esp when uneven loads r inside. It doesnt keep out silverfish, moths or mice. N it esp doesnt stay nice if the pipes spring a leak at moms n u dont chk for 2 weeks! N animals can pee or barf n compromise cardbpard n contents. 14:52
When I come across something I am on the fence about, I leave it out and visible. So when I walk past it or have to walk around it or trip on it, I am aware of it and I have a reaction to it. More often it is "Why don't I just get rid of that?" and it makes it easier to put it in the donate box (or trash). If I just put it back in the closet or in its box, it will just continue to exist as hidden clutter. And continue to "own" me by its presence. This forces a decision.
@@EmerySand WOW!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 In all the years I have been decluttering, I have NEVER heard such a good tip! I absolutely love it and I am going to USE it! Sometimes it’s very hard to part with something and if you leave it out, like you say, you recognize just how unimportant it is to you! I will mention your tip in an upcoming video! I hope you subscribed because I’m going to release a new video every Friday. This week’s is going over sentimental items. All the best and thanks for that AWESOME tip! Bren 🌸💕
Thanks for this because I been wanting to do this because I have so much stuff that I don't even display anymore but most of it is pricey and I been holding on to them for my son and grandkids can sell them when I pass but I'm thinking now I should go ahead and sell them and buy them stuff now so they can enjoy things while I'm alive is there a site you recommend selling antiques
My pleasure. Thank you so much for your compliment. 💞 I'm glad you are considering parting ways with your items if you can bear it so your loved ones won't have to do anything with them. For me, I know that it was difficult. I just wanted to do very little when my dad passed, but there was quite a lot to do. Please subscribe if you haven't already, because I intend to do a video going over this, but in the meantime, I know that Etsy allows only items over 20 years old and there's a place in Ohio that only takes expensive items and it't called Everything But the House. I sure hope that helps you.
You had me at "Your kids don't want your stuff"! 😆 I've veen telling this to my very good girlfriend for years, but it doesn't compute. 🤦🏾♀️
@@didlidoodles343 Your comment made me smile and laugh! Thank you so much! I have friends like yours. They really feel their kids will want something especially if it was expensive, but the kids don’t look at it that way and I admire that. They should only have possessions they love. I’ll be posting a new video every Friday. I hope you subscribed so you’ll know when they get released. I might squeeze in a special Sunday video this week, too. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
My thought is, is it giving me more stress to keep it or more joy to give it?
@@scriptimonicaonset that’s the perfect gauge on whether to keep something!
I have the most trouble getting rid of stuff given to me by family. Recently, I asked them not to give me anything I couldn't eat or drink or blow up. Also, I don't buy an item of clothing unless I get rid of two. Same with books. I read a book, then donate it, unless I loved it so much I want to read it again.
@@mgmartin51 EXCELLENT points! THANK YOU much for your positive contribution to the discussion. 🥰 It helps people when comments like this are shared. I think a lot of people struggle with the same things. It’s especially hard to part ways with a gift from a loved one because you don’t want to hurt their feelings, but ultimately, you have to do what’s right for you. GREAT idea to give them an alternative option vs saying don’t give me anything at all. That probably wouldn’t work. LOVE the blow up option. 😂😂😂 I’m a book reader, too, and I do the exact same! As it turns out, I will be posting a NEW video today. It’s the second episode in the series of the video you just watched and….its on sentimental items. I hope you’re subscribed, so you get notified when it comes out.All the best, Bren
@@downsizetoupsize Cheers!
Would you please share on a video how you do ebay? 5 minutes per listing?! 🎉
ABSOLUTELY!!! I will put that on my list for an upcoming video. THANK YOU for your suggestion and input. It's very sweet of you. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
Brenda- what is your opinion on estate sales? We had a huge one 10 years ago when we moved into our house bc the elderly man who sold us the house left stuff he did not want. The estate sale was a success, but he had left mostly tools and equipment.
I recently got an email from the estate sale company that we worked with those 10 years ago and they said they are no longer conducting estate sales. The company said that people no longer want to buy dishes and housewares, etc., which seem to be a majority of what people have to sell at an estate sale. I was disappointed to hear that trend but I guess it makes sense. Most everyone has the dishes, etc, that they already need.
Are estate sales still popular in your area? What do you think about estate sales?
My Mom and Dad have a house filled with dishes and servingware and knick knacks, etc. My Mom, at 81, will not part with anything or downsize or do any meaningful decluttering. While my Mom is still in excellent physical and mental shape, I wish she would see that she only uses a fraction of all of her stuff.
Sorry to ramble here... back to the topic! I was hoping to use an estate sale service to help clear the house when she eventually passes. But if estate sales are no longer popular for selling housewares, then should I just donate everything to a thrift store? I won't throw out these items because they are in good shape and can be used by others.....
Thanks for your opinion, Brenda!
@@Shelly_B Hey Shelly! WHAT A GREAT QUESTION! I love going to estate sales here in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area with a few of my kids who are in their 20’s. They are always on the lookout for unique items. They love thrifting more than shopping in a store and that is very common in their age group. This includes furniture, dishes, clothes, handbags etc. It’s not me dragging them to these sales…it’s their idea for sure. All their friends do it, too. Trust me, it’s a whole thing with this generation. I think the main problem with an estate sale run by a service versus an individual is the price of the items. The estate sale company splits the sale total with the owner of the items and that means they charge a lot more than an individual running their own sale.
You won’t be able to convince your parents to downsize now it sounds like, so unless they come around to the idea, I would just enjoy the time you have with them and worry about the rest when you need to. 🥰 Here’s what I suggest when the time comes, go through your parent’s home and locate the most valuable items. Anything with a brand name is something you should check on. You can get a company like Everything But the House to just sell that stuff or sell it on eBay yourself and then you can do a massive estate sale yourself if you feel comfortable. The set up is honestly more easy than you think and you can invite people into the home to go room to room so you don’t have to put it all in a garage outside. You might even sell their home that way. You can list the sale yourself on a site called estatesales.com with pics of the best items. I had a guy come from Atlanta to get a clock from me when I did my dad’s estate sale. If you think you’d like to see a video on this topic, please let me know and I would be happy to do it. 🌸 Thank you so much for asking your question and if you haven’t already, please subscribe because I have so many more videos coming your way.
Would love a video on DIY estate sales!
another alternative: Invite all your kids over on the same day. Ask them what they would like from the house, etc, have them write their name on a piece of tape and place in an inconspicuous place. when you're gone, thet take the item(s) and discard the rest.
@@aaronedmunds4829 What a great idea! My dad did something like that with me and my sister. It was just for a few categories of items he didn’t want any longer and we shared what he gave us with our kids. Whatever can reduce stress later on, is my kind of tip. Thank you for sharing! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video on Fridays and rumor has it that I might be releasing a bonus holiday video tomorrow. 💕🌸 All the best, Bren
Whether your kids want your stuff depends on the stuff and your kids. Just ask them. I for my part collect vintage and antique items and I am so sad my grand parents and parents gave most of their older things away or even put them in the garbage. It actually hurts to think about it.
@@anon-mx4jx It absolutely makes all the difference if your kids want your stuff. You have a fondness for antiques and would’ve loved to receive something like that. It does just depend on the person. I think parents should always ask their kids, but if the kids say no….thats ok, too. Thanks so much for your comment. I hope you subscribed, because I’m doing a series on this topic. The video you just commented on is the first one and the next one in the series will be out this week regarding SENTIMENTAL items. Sounds like that is a good topic for you based on what you shared. All the best, Bren🌸💕
Mom has a collection of Iris and Herringbone, but I am on the fence since I have my own teacups and cake stands. Maybe the granddaughters?
If you have dishes you love already, I would absolutely see if the granddaughters would like them. You never know. If you take them, you will always choose the ones you love over these and in that case, it's just not worth it. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting new videos every Friday. All the best, Bren
I only have $30 a month to spend on personal items ( including eating out). Therefore I can't afford to replace things.
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I have a long running list of big-ticket items like the microwave repair, it needs a new door 😊handle.
In my area microwaves get tossed fairly often. They also have common handle sizes. It's likely if you take a lot of walks for health you can score one. Bring a screwdriver. That's how I replaced my door handle. Best wishes
I would pick take out, too. HANDS DOWN. ;) Everyone needs a night off cooking. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
10:23 Boy, those two polka dots (are they polka dots? I’m not sure) on the top of the center sparkler-waving woman are in very unfortunate spots. 😳🤣🤣🤣
We were raised to value family hand me downs, because we couldn't afford to replace them. So, if nothing else, boomers didn't increase land fills. Much of that stuff was used by several generations so we we were not a throw away group of people. Of course, my kid doesn't want this stuff, and I understand. But it is cutting ties with his history.
@@janicewolk6492 I completely understand. There were things I thought my kids would want, as well. When my kids were little, they also used hand me downs from each other and from friends. It’s a very good thing to do. Thank you for sharing. 🌸 All the best, Bren
I moved from a 3 bedroom house to a motor home I donated everything except a few family heirlooms, they are in historical society display as my children done want them , I gave my children their childhood items I saved and I put all photos and other paperwork on ancestry account.
@@lindabourketempleton4040 You sure did a great job downsizing. I bet you feel a weight off of yourself. Thank you for sharing. I’m happy for you! I’ll be posting videos every Friday, so please subscribe and check back. All the best, Bren 🌺💕
As a Canadian it always makes me laugh to hear Americans say ‘go ahead’ all the time. We don’t say that in Canada. 😄
@@createone100 That’s a great observation. Guilty as charged 😂 I grew up in Detroit and spent most of my life living in Michigan. I do love a good Canadian accent. Michiganders often say something I know you will recognize that we adopted from Canadians: eh 😂 My husband still says that all the time. I enjoyed your comment. I’d love it if you’d subscribe. I’m going to post a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren 🌸
I notice that, too. Completely extra words that don’t add anything to a sentence. But I certainly enjoyed this video and can make use of a couple of the great tips.
Brenda- you did such a nice job on this video! Great content and ideas! The editing was well done, as well. As I am a new subscriber, I might have missed the explanation, but I find the utensil and microphone you are holding up while speaking to be very distracting. Was there a meaning or symbolism behind that? Thank you again for your video- I really enjoyed it!
@@Shelly_B Thank you so much Shelly. The shirt I was wearing was sagging with my mic so I improvised. Thank you for your comment. I have since purchased a little mic that I can clip onto my shirt. So exciting to get this little gadget. 🥰
Omg your memory room is the size of my motor home
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Replacements pays so low though, don’t they? How is it even worth it?
@@nunya257 That’s a great point. Here’s the answer. It depends if they have too much of your pattern of dishes. For me, mine was more rare and fetched a higher price. Even within a pattern some pieces are valued higher than others. They give you a quote and you are not obligated to sell to them if you are not happy with their offer. Thanks for your thoughts. 😊🌸💕
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@@walkietalkie2193 Thank you so much! So sweet of you! Love your RUclips name! I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday & I’d love for you to continue watching. Rumor has it that I might do a bonus video on Sunday if I can swing it. 🌸💕
I gifted my mom a copy of the Swedish death cleaning book and she gave it back to me.😂 Now I'm stuck going through all of her crap and getting rid of it myself b/c I don't want it and her 3 other kids and 2 kids-in-law don't want to help so eff them, no knick knacks or coffee mugs or stuffed animals for them!
It's literally hundreds of thousands of items that I have to force my adhd brain to make decisions about whether to keep, donate or trash, where to donate, how to recycle, etc while working 2 jobs and trying to get this cleanout done in a timely manner so my bf can move in before his lease expires. Burnout is real... exhaustion, mental, physical and emotional. I love my Mum b/c we're blood, but I honestly don't like her much even though (or perhaps because) I devoted 18 years of my life to being her caregiver.
@@desireelevesque634 I completely understand your frustration. I’m glad that you will never do that to your kids after having to go through what you did.
You’re certainly in a tough position and need all the support that you can get. Seeing as you have ADHD, I urge you to stay on whatever meds you’re taking and don’t hesitate to contact your physician if you feel you need a change there.
That was an impressive number of items you have sold on ebay, lol.
24 years and counting. 😂 Plus, I've sold things for others on eBay, garage sales and estate sales. I really do love it. I feel that if an item is in your house and you're not using it, you can turn it into money and use it for things like travel.
Didn’t need to know a medium size shirt was just too big for you. Sigh. Nice video though. I really need to go through all the clothes I will just never wear again. A curated and thoughtful closet would be so wonderful
@@ellencourtney7187 Sorry about that. 🥰❤️. You are in luck…because part 3 in this series will be posted this week! And guess what? It’s on CLOTHES. It’s something we all struggle with believe me. I hope you subscribed, so you get notified when it’s released. The 4th and final episode in the series will be on household items. Then around New Years, I’ll be doing a deep house cleaning video.
If there are any topics you want discussed, please feel free to let me know. Thanks for commenting. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Did you check to see if the doll was worth money?
Thank you for asking. I did check and the condition it was in made it not worth selling for me. I sure appreciate your question. I hope you subscribed, because I will be posting a new video every Friday. All the best, Bren
I wish you could whisper this in my husband's head. he will not part with "stuff". it will become my problem when he goes.😢😢
@@juliebee61 It can be very difficult when I loved one doesn’t see things the way we do. You can be an inspiration to him by example with your own things. People are definitely more important than things. Just takes a bit of time (& maybe never) for others to understand. In the meantime, you keep feeling good about your progress and love your husband just the way he is. ❤️
The space is worth more than an object you no longer USE
@@juliesmith6228 That’s so true! My husband once said “I like to see the floor”. I thought to myself that I do, too. Things that take up space should be useful and if they’re not, you shouldn’t worry about getting rid of them. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every Friday and maybe a bonus one this Sunday. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
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@@Jelinofficial-sr1vf THANK YOU SO MUCH! 😊🌺 New video this Friday afternoon, so please watch for it!.
@downsizetoupsize sure dear.'ve already subscribed 😊 whenever i get time i'll watch 🤝😊
@@downsizetoupsize if you don't support mine also 😊
Unless they can sale them. Lol
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Why over 40 ?😮😮😮
@@inthevortex-de1rh Thank you for your question. This particular series is focused on people over 40 who have years of built up clutter that they haven’t dealt with ever. That certainly doesn’t mean everyone cannot gain something from the series, but people over 40 that are becoming empty nesters or close to it, really struggle, so I focused on them this time around.
If there’s a topic you would like me to cover, please let me know. I would love any suggestions you might have.
All the best, Bren 🌸💕
Use real pictures in your videos, not stock photos, and show what you're talking about - like you were in the kitchen, but you didn't open the cupboard with the special dishes to show them and the room they take up. And the Shirley Temple doll! Would love to have seen that. lol
@@AwedOne GREAT TIPS! I will absolutely implement all your suggestions. I sure wish I had a pic of the Shirley Temple doll. I would look one up if I could do it over again. Thanks a bunch for taking the time to comment. I hope you subscribed because I’ll be posting a new video every week and with help like you gave me, I’ll do better each time. All the best, Bren 🌸💕
I was in full swing of declutterring a few months ago until there was a communication breakdown and a bag full of library books accidentally got take to the curb and that basically stopped me in my tracks 🥲 I explained what happened to library and they have been very understanding and even held out hope whoever got them will realize they’re library books and return, but ultimately I owe the library $325 for that declutterring mistake 🥹
@@avocadomegs4189 OH NO!!! 🥹 How unfortunate. You have to forgive yourself for making that mistake. It happens to all of us, trust me. Some mistakes, like yours, are more expensive than others. I sure hope you can move past it and get rolling again with your decluttering. I have one more video already posted in this series on sentimental items and then this week and next, the final 2 episodes in the series will post on clothes and accessories and household items, so I hope you’re subscribed so you get notified. 🌸💕 All the best, Bren