Stop Overthinking: This is Where to Start Decluttering!

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  • Опубликовано: 3 дек 2024

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  • @TheMinimalMom
    @TheMinimalMom  13 часов назад +7

    Thank you so much for watching! Here are links to related videos! Related Videos:
    15 Minute Kitchen Declutter: ruclips.net/video/i8XGvtDz0Uc/видео.htmlsi=zMxzI2aW3SdBxy6W
    Declutter Clothes Quickly: ruclips.net/video/C0iuturmV7Q/видео.htmlsi=ZY3aOsSYPXYRCJUm
    Decluttering Toys & Kids Bedroom: ruclips.net/video/VOoXbBOl3bs/видео.htmlsi=sJpmzu2gw0ErhicP I love you and am SO grateful for you!!!! - Dawn

  • @virginiagrenier8572
    @virginiagrenier8572 14 часов назад +119

    When I spend money on something that doesn't work out for me, I think of it as cheap tuition - I paid for a learning experience.

  • @robertakeogh8650
    @robertakeogh8650 14 часов назад +64

    Dawn, I am 76 yrs. old and I declutterred any clothes that don’t fit me now, and I declutterred 2 big black trash bags!

  • @starzyk6897
    @starzyk6897 Час назад +2

    Dear Dawn!!!!!! Congratulations on 800 000 subscribers!!!!!!!!! Have been watching your videos for years!!! You have changed my life!!! Thank you!!! Love from Ania from Poland

  • @Stephpope19
    @Stephpope19 9 часов назад +11

    I was very overwhelmed when I started decluttering, so thankful for Dawn!! She has helped me and motivates me to continue going further!! I started A shelf in my bathroom and A drawer in my kitchen. And feeling how nice it was to get things in and out felt SO good!! And with those muscles, I started sections of rooms. Over a year in and my house feels so different in such a great way! Start small, build those muscles (as Dawn says) and keep watching to stay motivated!! You got this 💪🏼

  • @SandiMacDougall
    @SandiMacDougall 15 часов назад +46

    May I suggest. Get 5# of onions. Chop them up. Using your chopper. Put 1 cup of chopped onions in snack bags. Freeze flat. Then put those bags in a freezer bag and keep frozen. When you cook grab a frozen bag and add to pot. Bam. Done!

    • @HannahRainbow88
      @HannahRainbow88 3 часа назад

      For me - intolerant, not fully allergic - it's worth it to pay a bit more for pre-chopped frozen onions instead. The savings are not worth the streaming/flu-like symptoms to me, but I see why you do it 😊
      I do bulk buy, chop and freeze carrots, peppers and zucchini, and tend to use frozen veggies instead of fresh (that would rot in the fridge🤭). This way I can grab these prepped bags and just dump them into the crockpot for ragu etc. as needed, without waste 💗

    • @salvease
      @salvease 16 минут назад

      Yes!
      Bulk prepping and freezing are great money and time savers.

  • @HappyHarryX5
    @HappyHarryX5 14 часов назад +28

    When I get stuck I pretend I’m in someone else’s house (like my Mum’s who had a lot of clutter) and think, “Why are you keeping this?” I imagine their protest or excuse and the looks on their face and mine. I also look over it more to see if it’s broken to further strengthen the argument to not keep it. I didn’t really do this before, the emotion got me or the what if I need it filled my mind. This removes me from the guilt and makes the decision objective over an item. 😊

  • @susankultys7745
    @susankultys7745 15 часов назад +49

    Dawn, I have been following you for 2 years. I went through our home and really decluttered. I joined the TYHB community and decluttered further. My husband and I had friends stay with us 11/15/24-11/20/24. We had our family stay with us 11/23/24-11/30/24. Because we have simplified our home so much- getting our home tidied up did not take long at all. I cannot thank you enough for all of your help. We were able to do this and get our house back in shape easily. I continue to declutter on an ongoing basis. IT REALLY WORKS!!!!! Thank you❤️

  • @juliavivian4573
    @juliavivian4573 9 часов назад +7

    I think I've been following you over 2 years, maybe 3? I'm not sure! But I stumbled across your video on RUclips somehow, and you have literally transformed my home and life. We were living in around 1,000 sq ft with our family of 6 when I first started decluttering. The kitchen was first, and toys next. I felt like I was drowning, suffocating in stuff and when we moved into our new house about 2 years ago, it felt so empty ( It's 3,400 sq ft). I was determined not to fill it up and continued to declutter. My sister even told me, "Your house is barren. You've gotten rid of 75% of your stuff." I took that as a compliment 😆 This lifestyle isn't for everyone, but for me it brings peace and much less anxiety. Thank you!

  • @kannotan7540
    @kannotan7540 8 часов назад +8

    I started decluttering when I was getting overwhelmed by everything. It brought peace of mind, it felt easier to breathe afterwards and it brought a sense of accomplishment. Your videos motivated me keeping up the work little by little. I started in the kitchen and that was a good choice for me as there are no sentimental stuff there, so it was easy to ask myself if I really need and use this.
    I took a year off from decluttering as my dad passed away and there was a lot to manage there. But getting started on a second round now. We brought some bags of stuff from my dad's place and they haven't found a place yet. And the sense of stuff creeping up again has started to weigh me down. So high time to start peeling the second skin on the onion. Thanks Dawn for your encouragement and walking alongside (even if you don't know me but know that you are).

    • @HappyHarryX5
      @HappyHarryX5 3 часа назад

      @@kannotan7540 Take care of you.

  • @ashleymora261
    @ashleymora261 11 часов назад +8

    I follow you from Costa Rica, Central America. Just tell you that because I want you to know the big impact you are doing. Grateful for the day I found your Channel. Change my life and my family. ❤ God bless you

  • @natalialopes719
    @natalialopes719 2 часа назад +4

    I totally agree with everything you were saying. I am in the stage of my life that I am an empty Nester older 72-year-old. I find I don’t need all those extra appliances. I don’t even have a toaster. I don’t like cleaning the toaster the crumbs just never go away . I use my cast-iron skillet to toast my bread and I love it. I have taught my children, respect my downsizing and only give me what I ask for and not more. Unfortunately, I still have a relative that keeps giving me all kinds of junk that she thinks I need, but I don’t

    • @AZHITW
      @AZHITW Час назад +3

      I got rid of my toaster too! Cast iron skillet toast tastes so much better because you can brown the butter. I'm 75 and for the first time in my life I don't have to cook if I don't want to!!!

    • @sunshine3914
      @sunshine3914 Минуту назад

      I could totally live off toast alone, but a toaster isn’t worth it, & at the age of 52, I found my stove & oven wasn’t either. Only a microwave for me for the last 12 years. Vegetarian for over 50 years, & most of my food is eaten raw anyway. Housekeeper & pet sitter my entire life, the only I refuse to do is dishes.

  • @Sheli-_-
    @Sheli-_- 14 часов назад +10

    I’ve always been minimal but when I decided I wanted to become a minimalist I actually started in the middle drawer of my nightstand. You actually just need to get started it doesn’t matter where you start.

  • @AC-bq1sz
    @AC-bq1sz 8 часов назад +3

    I went through the toys about a month ago and got rid of a TON, and I've been surprised lately that my kids aren't constantly asking for screen time... coincidence? Maybe not 🤔 thanks for all the great info, Dawn!

  • @vsvizcarra
    @vsvizcarra 10 часов назад +4

    It's so funny that you mention the chopper as a bust. Someone got it for me for my wedding, I didn't use it for years, then decided to try it. And LOVE it! I use it so much that I wear it out and buy a new one probably once a year now. I wish they lasted longer, so if a quality one shows up, I'm in!
    But I got rid of kitchen stuff I don't use like my cheese grater, hand mixer, and multiples of all my measuring items. On the other hand I have 4 dutch ovens that I use weekly for sourdough bread and general cooking. Love you, Dawn!

  • @ulkaw6496
    @ulkaw6496 6 часов назад +3

    I totally agree it's the kitchen and. I did not expect that.I started there because I felt least attached to kitchen appliances. It was such a relief to be able to stop what felt like impossible battle to keep it clean, this made the biggest impact for me and motivated me to do the rest of the house as well. Thank you for all you do Dawn!

  • @Chantelle456
    @Chantelle456 14 часов назад +8

    Tuesdays never disappoint!! Chef’s kiss 😘 SO SO GOOD!!! Just getting to the tipping point in my journey and I can verify that all of these tips 1000% will transform your life!!! Dawn, you’re awesome and I love you!

  • @HappyHarryX5
    @HappyHarryX5 3 часа назад +2

    After painting my kitchen cabinets last month, I decided to see how much I can live without in the kitchen. It’s a lot less. Granted I’m not cooking much due to depression but it’s a worthwhile experiment even just to put the rest in a few tubs for a few months. Sure there’s been a few things I had to pull out of storage but it’s my way of calming the kitchen down which is what I need right now. ❤

    • @yahyeet4383
      @yahyeet4383 51 минуту назад

      Creating a simple meal plan might help. Maybe 4 meals you can make each week without having to put too much thought into it. Make enough for leftovers so you’re cooking every other day and then just repeat the meal plan each week until you start feeling better. Sometimes fast foods and convenience foods are the best we can do and that’s ok, but those foods are usually processed and work against our mental and physical health. It’s a catch 22 when you’re already not feeling well. Blessings to you ❤

  • @chalktalkwithshari4173
    @chalktalkwithshari4173 14 часов назад +9

    I started with my wardrobe. Then, I moved to my kitchen. Then, I moved on and on. My adult kids are starting to get the message that if they want something from my house, they’d better take it now or it will be gone!

  • @shlf2615
    @shlf2615 14 часов назад +6

    I started in the kitchen and I just went back through it again this weekend. There's always more that can go or be adjusted to make the kitchen work better.

  • @kakylong2
    @kakylong2 10 часов назад +2

    When we started decluttering, we started in our kitchen. We did our bathroom next, then my sewing / craft room & most of the garage. This yr, I hope to go through our bedroom. It feels so good to get things out. 😊

  • @torischroeder4211
    @torischroeder4211 11 часов назад +2

    I started with clothes. The empowerment and confidence was insane! 🎉. 2nd was cleaning supplies! It made cleaning faster and easier! Then toys!

  • @davidsandraramey742
    @davidsandraramey742 8 часов назад +2

    Dawn you have set me on a path to succeed...thank you! My closet is decluttered and moving to kitchen cupboards

  • @MadonnaFauth
    @MadonnaFauth 15 часов назад +28

    "Highly highly highly simplified", I had to laugh. Chopper: I hated the PRE chop to make veggies fit the small space. It is SO LOUD and awful for frequent migraine sufferers. Kit: Last summer I purged over 300 dishes that were given to us as wedding /birthday gifts. 3 sizes Plates, 2 kinds of cups, 3 kinds of bowls, 3 kinds of glasses, punch bowl and so much more-- ABSOLUTELY NO REGRETS. Clothing: Love Courtney, hubby and I each have about 100 items for ALL seasons, NOT counting jewelry though. We have a moderate walk in closet and all our clothes do not even fill 2 walls of the 3. Almost at 225,000 items gone following Your/ Dawn's challenges & contests in the Minimal Mom Mentorship group.

    • @DLee-xy7gm
      @DLee-xy7gm 9 часов назад

      Very impressed! You are an inspiration.

  • @SimplyAtHomeMom
    @SimplyAtHomeMom 9 часов назад +2

    I loved the masking tape in the beginning you always have such cute and creative content Dawn!
    Love every video you post, each week your videos feel like such a reward I genuinely look forward to them! Raising 3 toddlers (4, 3, & 2) your videos have been such a blessing to our lives!
    I never thought I’d be so excited for another declutter video but now it’s one of my favorite words and I’m able to help friends who were where I once was! Saying things like, “trust me, 5 minutes matter!”
    Thanks Dawn! God bless you!

  • @lucystrider728
    @lucystrider728 12 часов назад +3

    I would start in the place that bugs you the most. Dawn giving us 'permission' to get rid of things even if they were a gift or we spent money on was really helpful. I was most embarrassed by what people would see when they were in my front door, but most inconvenienced by the extra stuff crammed in my kitchen. My fastest 'wins' were getting rid of the ridiculous number of mugs in my kitchen cupboard so I had a place within easy reach for bowls and plates too, and getting rid of old bedspreads, mattress covers, and pillows I had replaced but not gotren rid of the old ones. My house had much more storage space than I thought once I started getting rid of all the stuff that was duplicates, had been replaced, or was not likely to be used.

  • @shay-car
    @shay-car 15 часов назад +8

    I started with the kitchen, and it made my life so much easier. Eventually I was inspired to go much further everywhere else.

  • @christinepottendorfer1916
    @christinepottendorfer1916 14 часов назад +2

    I started in the kitchen, with my silverware drawer, kept only my favorites and only 6 of each and 2 sharp knifes, everything else went in a time will tell box (because it was a few month before my son moved in his own apartement, and I already knew that he soon would move out, so I kept the overflow and he is using it now in his home.
    I was so amazed by the result of only simplyfiing the one drawer, and how much I liked it. I would open it only to look into it, how nice it felt and has been since then. And that motivated me a lot. So I have been decluttering and systemizing since then. The kitchen is huge, so is the closet and the paperstuff, especially have your incoming paper sytemized makes such a difference.
    Thank you Dawn, you have inspired me and given me real solutions! I have ADHD and had burnout and was totally overwhelmed with my stuff, thanks to you I finally can deal with it, and my home starts coming together. You helped change my life bigtime!

  • @purpledonkeylover9988
    @purpledonkeylover9988 9 часов назад +2

    Thanks for the great ideas and your positive energy. I look forward to your videos. I agree with the comment about a clean kitchen, it sets the tone for the rest of the house. Take care.

  • @yourfriendinvermont2478
    @yourfriendinvermont2478 13 часов назад +22

    We hosted a homeschool activity and multiple people said, “you have like, no clutter!?!” Or “wow your house is so clean and your counters are so clear.”
    I sent all commenters a link to your channel
    Such a blessing ❤

  • @pollymcfadden1405
    @pollymcfadden1405 11 часов назад +5

    Dawn, great video. Today I spotted a bunch of kitchen stuff in my “butler’s pantry” that I had totally forgotten to declutter. It’s on my radar now and will be cleaned out soon. I think we become blind to certain areas and need to audit our entire house periodically. Thx for a great video.

    • @yahyeet4383
      @yahyeet4383 Час назад

      I keep a maybe box and a donation box in my hall closet. If I’m on the fence I throw it in the maybe box and see how it feels to live without or if I go looking for it. When my donate box is full, I go through the maybe box and see if I’m ready to donate any of those items.Sometimes just moving the item from the place it’s always been, changes our opinion of it.

  • @mariahwilson6505
    @mariahwilson6505 13 часов назад +6

    Thanks for another of your encouraging and well done videos Dawn!!!

  • @tinayoung2543
    @tinayoung2543 3 часа назад

    I'm telling you getting rid of clothes is life changing also though I decluttered my grands toys. Wow what a difference it made

  • @cwoitas26
    @cwoitas26 15 часов назад +14

    I say start at the front door. What do you see everyday as you leave and come home. Game changer.

    • @Goldiloxandthe3bears
      @Goldiloxandthe3bears 12 часов назад +5

      I love that! That is where I started too. It makes the biggest difference. Once I got through the inside I did my yard and was ruthless and that made a huge difference in yard maintenance. The last area I need to do is my garage but it is a very shared space so it’s tricky but as time passes one by one everyone is getting on board.

    • @persephonebasilissa5109
      @persephonebasilissa5109 10 часов назад +2

      ​@@Goldiloxandthe3bearsWe are following the same order: public rooms, then private rooms; yard, then garage. We're on our 3rd pass in the kitchen, 1st in the bedroom; 2nd pass in the yard, 1st in the garage.
      Actually planning to take regular full days of PTO in 2025 to spend more time decluttering and organizing. We believe the dividends in mental peace will be very much worth it.

    • @cwoitas26
      @cwoitas26 9 часов назад +1

      @@Goldiloxandthe3bears didn’t think of the yard…mind bomb

    • @cwoitas26
      @cwoitas26 9 часов назад +1

      @@persephonebasilissa5109 setting time aside is a huge step to finishing. Stay committed!! Haha

  • @momoffour2072
    @momoffour2072 13 часов назад +3

    I've highly simplified my wardrobe in another way: I have one comfortable, classic dress that works for just about any special occasion. I've worn it as mother of the bride, wedding guest, holiday party. Now when I have something like that to go to, the decision is made. It takes up very little space, too.

  • @tslade724
    @tslade724 9 часов назад +1

    Thank you so much for saying what I needed to hear! I've been there too where I thought I did the research and purchased something I thought I needed/would use. Why keep something that's not serving you, and stop guilting yourself into needing to keep it. Trial and error! Sayonara, moving on! :)

  • @michelleneuman579
    @michelleneuman579 12 часов назад +1

    I look forward to seeing your children as they become adults! You are such a great example!

  • @harpgirl1234
    @harpgirl1234 14 часов назад +7

    😂 I loveeeeee my chopper! It helps me meal prep every week. I did get rid of the parts I don’t use. But yeah I love it!

    • @yahyeet4383
      @yahyeet4383 47 минут назад

      It’s funny the things that work amazingly for one person and becomes clutter for another. I guess it depends on personality and in this case, how many chopped vegetables you use each week to justify it. I keep hanging on to my Instapot because I want to love it and it has the potential to do so many great things. But, I’ve learned that I already have a different method of cooking those meals so I naturally grab my crockpot or Dutch oven instead and don’t even consider the Instapot.

    • @yahyeet4383
      @yahyeet4383 46 минут назад

      I only consider my Instapot when I’m decluttering my kitchen and it’s on the chopping block 😂. I keep trying to convince myself I’ll start using it.

  • @johannathorisdottir2456
    @johannathorisdottir2456 3 часа назад

    You are a GENIUS!!! love your content and ahhh i love when the home is tidy and minimal of everything

  • @kbkb3358
    @kbkb3358 11 часов назад +1

    INTERNATIONAL VIEWERS: I hve followed Dawn since the very beginning and I can say that her knowledge in this area and her ability to communicate is phenomenal!!
    Here is my struggle- I am someone who moved overseas from the USA. Where I live is good- we have options BUT not near what the USA has. Some of the items that I no longer use I struggle to get rid of- especially !!! the stuff that I shipped here. Some of it is honestly irreplaceable. Unless I spend 3000 to fly back to the USA to buy it or equal amounts to fly to Papua New Guinea to replace items. Also here they have a comparable item but… for example, I purchased a kitchen mixer- standard- and it was 500$. So replacing items is extremely expensive 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨
    But with that said my husband and I did a massive declutter and did end up getting rid of some of those items and while it was difficult, now that it is gone, I am honestly very thankful to have my home reduced and simplified even further. You can’t change the fact that items are irreplaceable. You may need to be extra sure because replacing them is not really an option. But! 😊 every person who wants a simplified home has to learn to live with less and fewer options.
    I say all of those for those who are watching in a different country. It is a bit more difficult but the rewards are still worth it!

  • @pinkroses135
    @pinkroses135 14 часов назад +1

    Back when I started I worked on getting rid of excess clothing cause I love fashion and it bothered me the most but I second starting in the kitchen with it being the heart of the home. Your best bet might be whatever you like the most.

  • @kristyleavitt8007
    @kristyleavitt8007 13 часов назад +2

    I think the kitchen is a great place to start, because we typically don’t have emotional attachments to items in our kitchen. Plus, having a simple, uncluttered kitchen makes a big difference in our quality of life every day!

  • @lisacruz7903
    @lisacruz7903 14 часов назад +4

    Hi from Tucson, Az. Congratulations on 800k subscribers! 🎉 Love your channel. Have a wonderful day.

  • @Cherie5353
    @Cherie5353 12 часов назад +1

    I started in the kitchen, then my closet, then storage. I can’t believe I have given away so many truckloads and still have so much to go. I’m down to 12 quilt sets, and six sheet sets. I’m 66 and have saved way too much. It’s a work in progress. The clothes were the easiest.

  • @alysiachristensen5475
    @alysiachristensen5475 11 часов назад +1

    Great episode! Thanks Dawn!!! May God continue to bless your home and family always!!! 💙🙏🏻💙

  • @XxrazorxmintxX
    @XxrazorxmintxX 15 часов назад +3

    I can say the opposite is so true as well. After coming home from the holiday, and in the flurry of unpacking, trying to get back into routine, restock the empty fridge, get the pets readjusted to the time zone, etc etc. There’s just SO MUCH INVENTORY and I haven’t been able to get anything done bc all my energy and focus gets sucked into trying to calm the physical chaos surrounding me. So instead of working, I find myself doing all the laundry or reorganizing the tea or suddenly unable to resist the need to purging the medications.

    • @kathywilson1001
      @kathywilson1001 14 часов назад +1

      I’m in the UK and I think we tend to wash differently, that said, I pack dirty clothes in the piles that they’re going to go in the laundry, so whites, lights and darks. It takes the work out of sorting when we’re home, just unzip the case and go. Get some long life milk and oven rolls in for when you come home, and frozen pizzas until you can do a shop x

  • @kellyg3571
    @kellyg3571 9 часов назад +1

    I love watching your videos!!! You rock girl!! So bummed I’m not gonna get to meet you in Florida now.

  • @joannevenz5045
    @joannevenz5045 13 часов назад +7

    Congratulations on reaching 800000

  • @natalieeubank4533
    @natalieeubank4533 12 часов назад +1

    I have 4 things that i love from pampered chef my measuring cups, my measuring spoons, and our glass 4 measuring cup I use them all the time

  • @Lashlove16
    @Lashlove16 15 часов назад +5

    Great video
    I think anywhere you feel motivated start there
    But the bathroom or a junk drawer is great

  • @cortneystanford3399
    @cortneystanford3399 8 часов назад

    This is inspiring me to go back through some of the kids toys I’ve been rotating out- why am I keeping them even though the kids aren’t asking for them? Because I think they are good toys and am hoping them will become interested in them again. I’m realizing this is a waste of space and mental energy!
    You should do a Q & A about kids toys cuz there are so many nuanced scenarios that we parents can’t get passed. Love the work and information you put out into the world for people! Thank you and God bless you!

  • @kendrakurtz7199
    @kendrakurtz7199 14 часов назад +1

    So I have been decluttering for a while. I'm not a minimalist but have done lots of decluttering and it feels so good. It has sped up cleaning so much!! BUT I don't wanna do my closet!! I probably like clothes too much!! I feel so guilty every time I hear about decluttering a closet!! For me if the counters are clear and dishes are clean and put away it sets my mood!! Love the feeling.

    • @bshows14
      @bshows14 13 часов назад +2

      @kendrakurtz7199 Your clothes are Dawn's throw pillows. Lol. We all have areas that are easier to get rid of things than others. :)

    • @kendrakurtz7199
      @kendrakurtz7199 13 часов назад +1

      @bshows14 😂😂😂

  • @saraleasteinberg4569
    @saraleasteinberg4569 12 часов назад +1

    I love my chopper. I chop onion. Peppers cucumbers and tomatoes all the time. Only clean at the end of the chopping so I chop the onions last

  • @denisebunker6674
    @denisebunker6674 12 часов назад +1

    The best thing I did is having uncluttered flat surfaces thru out the house. Very calming.

  • @ingmariohman8242
    @ingmariohman8242 7 часов назад

    I kon-maried my home in 2020 so I started with clothes. For me that was a great start. It was easy to decide to throw away socks with holes, underware with no elastic etc. I also had lost a lot of weight, so it was a relief to get rid of clothes that didn't fit me anymore.

  • @leslieschmitt7749
    @leslieschmitt7749 15 часов назад +1

    This was very helpful! I’ve been following you for years and love watching your videos yet I have definitely done some back sliding and have committed to myself … I’m going to start with my clothes!! Thank, this was a great refresher! 🩷😁👍🏻

  • @madebylora
    @madebylora 4 часа назад

    I was surprised how much more cooking I did after I decluttered my kitchen! (Although I’m hating cooking again at the moment so maybe I need to declutter again!) I haven’t got kids but I know I need to declutter my own “toys” in my craft room! Hahaha

  • @monicaschmidt9755
    @monicaschmidt9755 11 часов назад +1

    We've been decluttering for about the last 6 months with the expectation of selling our house. We've made so many trips to charity collections, and the trash men really hate coming to our street! It really feels so good, though. We hust keep wondering why it took so long to get started!

  • @KellyBoettcher-qo9tx
    @KellyBoettcher-qo9tx 3 часа назад

    Always feel rejuvinated after watching you!❤

  • @adriennedull332
    @adriennedull332 4 часа назад

    I use my chopper at least once a week. I use it to prep veggies for cooking and for prepping for the freezer.

  • @HappyHarryX5
    @HappyHarryX5 12 часов назад +2

    If you’re saving kitchen stuff for teens as they’ll be moving out in the next couple of years, go through it with them now. I saved old kitchenware for them for years and especially the younger one said, “I want new stuff!” Who doesn’t? When I moved out in the early 90s of my parents’ home I wasn’t offered anything or took anything other than my clothes and stuff I had in my room (no furniture) and my dog. I was sure my kids would have appreciated the offer of stuff as they were students still but no.

  • @timvandermey4792
    @timvandermey4792 9 часов назад +2

    Dawn got new shoes! ☺️
    Dvm

  • @susanconley4842
    @susanconley4842 13 часов назад +1

    Kitchen counters…helps set the tone!

  • @irishcottage
    @irishcottage 8 минут назад

    Great ideas and advice, thank you.

  • @kendrakurtz7199
    @kendrakurtz7199 13 часов назад +1

    O but I LOVE my chopper!!! 😃. I don't use it every day but I love it!!

  • @DC-ef8op
    @DC-ef8op 12 часов назад +1

    Dawn, can you do a kitchen tour of items?

  • @kimwright9401
    @kimwright9401 14 часов назад +3

    Wow, this was a really helpful video! I can finally donate my instapot and regain cabinet space!

    • @bshows14
      @bshows14 13 часов назад +2

      I finally got rid of a rock crock from Pampered Chef, and I felt bad because it was expensive. I never used it because it just didn't work for me. FREEDOM

  • @deltorres2100
    @deltorres2100 11 часов назад +2

    This is a good one and will do my closet again..I see it’s cluttered again 😔

  • @sarahv8176
    @sarahv8176 9 часов назад +2

    Every time I hear your voice, I start decluttering. Pavlov over here, haha!

  • @angeladugan-starr
    @angeladugan-starr 10 часов назад +1

    Thank you for inspiring me! We’ve done two big kitchen declutters and given couch to our buy nothing group. I can clearly see the back of our cabinets! Can you show us ways you store small appliances? I can’t give up my kitchenaid (stress baker) and Vitamix (baby foods and soups) plus our instant pot (chicken stocks and rice) and an air fryer. How would you have these away??

    • @jodibillingsley
      @jodibillingsley 10 часов назад +2

      Our dining room is adjacent to our kitchen, so we store all of our larger appliances on a double-shelved bench that backs up to an outlet. Took some getting used to doing some recipes over there but now I LOVE not having to get them out of a counter. The top shelf has stainless steel on top and it counter height 👍 Hope this helps with ideas!

  • @thehillmillers
    @thehillmillers 11 часов назад +1

    Thanks Dawn!

  • @rebekahquinley8093
    @rebekahquinley8093 14 часов назад +2

    What helps me cook veggies these days is buying frozen vegetables. I’ll chop onions when baby girl grows up a bit more.

  • @dianasimplifies
    @dianasimplifies 46 минут назад

    Love your hair this color. It really shows up your blue eyes! ❤🎉

  • @debbiev.1311
    @debbiev.1311 8 часов назад +1

    WOO HOO...800K subbies!! 😄🎉🌟

  • @Kirkble-d2c
    @Kirkble-d2c Час назад

    I wish your Christmas content was available to everyone this year. I really enjoyed it the last 2 years. Specifically when you involved frugal fit mom, (then) but first coffee, and I believe one year was with your sister.

    • @dianasimplifies
      @dianasimplifies 30 минут назад

      It's inside the mentorship group. Join for one month then cancel and you can watch the content. And yes I know it's a fee but I've been in the group for a year and it's life changing and I had simplified bf I started the group.

  • @reah611
    @reah611 13 часов назад +1

    JUST went even further with kids' toys today. They only had 2 baskets worth already, but were still struggling to pick up! Now it's just 1 small basket. So I guess we'll see 🤷‍♀️

  • @BR-kk9qu
    @BR-kk9qu 15 часов назад +2

    Loved this!

  • @jsully7426
    @jsully7426 14 часов назад +2

    I got red of 80+% of all areas of our home. I regret nothing.

  • @lifebythecafterstrokeCHRISTINE
    @lifebythecafterstrokeCHRISTINE 15 часов назад +7

    Currently purging All Plastic from the kitchen. More reports coming out on the truth the plastics contaminate our other dishes when cleaning it in dishwasher

    • @joannelamoureux9729
      @joannelamoureux9729 14 часов назад +3

      Took me awhile but my whole kitchen has been purged of plastic. I was able to get almost all of my stainless steel utensils, bowls and glass containers second hand which saved lots of money. Win, win. 😊

    • @pinkroses135
      @pinkroses135 14 часов назад +2

      It's annoying how it doesn't fully dry too. Less stress there.

    • @Elise-nt2gc
      @Elise-nt2gc 13 часов назад +1

      Awesome for you to do!! 😀

    • @lifebythecafterstrokeCHRISTINE
      @lifebythecafterstrokeCHRISTINE 10 часов назад +2

      It’s also adding to much less clutter in the kitchen. I also have “one” for each person. One glass, one bowl, one plate. There are more, but put into a bin for if there is company. I don’t do it with forks and spoons) I really like your declutter videos! One more thing I wish I knew about when I was in my 30’s and raising a family.

  • @christinegagne4262
    @christinegagne4262 Час назад

    I'm probably doing project 333 already as most of the clothes in my closet doesn't fit my body anyway. It pains me as I'd wear it otherwise. At 5'10 and overweight it's hard finding clothes that fit well and are my style. I don't want to get rid of it but would benefit from it not being in my closet. I've done the kitchen many times over and kids are grown up. I did have a simplified toy room when they were growing up and yes, it does make it easier!

  • @karenhaynes2359
    @karenhaynes2359 8 часов назад +1

    Do you have extra dishes for when you have family visit and where do you keep them. I like having just 3 of because there’s 3 of us at home now but sometimes the kids do come over

  • @kimsnader8777
    @kimsnader8777 11 часов назад +4

    I am in a different season of life, and an empty nester. I agree that the 3 most important areas to tackle are how you dress, how you feed yourself and host guests, and how you entertain yourself (and potential guests) within your home.
    This is universal, regardless of the life you live or the size of your home.
    Empty-nesters, or those who work from home have the additional complications of inherited nostalgia or work tools or reference materials that lost their purpose over time. These may be more challenging categories, and best kept in their own space until invited into your life.

  • @Jenoveryonder
    @Jenoveryonder 5 часов назад +2

    I hated that chopper. It was a pain to clean and I always cut myself cleaning it and putting it away. I couldn’t even give it to a friend because what kind of friend would I be? Not sorry to see it go!

  • @karig6674
    @karig6674 11 часов назад +1

    Will Tom be in any more videos? I enjoyed seeing the two of you from time to time.

  • @laurac4572
    @laurac4572 13 часов назад +3

    I donated some stuffed animals that my kids weren’t playing with. That was months ago. Now they’re looking for those things and asking me about it. They would be devastated if they knew the truth. I know all the benefits of decluttering toys but I’ve seen the look on their faces as they went around the house looking for their stuffed animals. I’m not sure if I can make progress in this area until my kids are older.

    • @littlebungalowinthewoods858
      @littlebungalowinthewoods858 12 часов назад +2

      You could always keep the items you declutter for 6 months (or whatever time you decide) hidden away, if after that time they don’t ask for it, you could give it away.

    • @kimmiem2163
      @kimmiem2163 12 часов назад +2

      Same . I got rid of just one and my son asked for it so I bought a new one

    • @olivemaycards
      @olivemaycards 11 часов назад +2

      Maybe they won’t be as upset as you imagine if you explain to them about giving the toys we’re not playing with to kids who don’t have any. Most kids can empathize with that. If they didn’t notice for months they probably don’t love them that much, they’re just confused because they don’t know where they went.

  • @altaneri6980
    @altaneri6980 15 часов назад +2

    I declutter as if I was moving tomorrow. Well we just moved and discovered I still have alot of stuff. 😂 I need to go deeper now. Can u come to my house to help? 😊

  • @karenhaynes2359
    @karenhaynes2359 8 часов назад +1

    Toys; when I was little I came home and my mum had gotten rid of my favourite dolls house and other toys. That affected me even to today with my kids. I can’t get rid of things because I don’t want them to have that same feeling

  • @RandyBailey-k2e
    @RandyBailey-k2e 15 часов назад +1

    Amen !

  • @laurabielec8364
    @laurabielec8364 15 часов назад +4

    Are you going to do a Christmas video this year 😉🎄??

  • @selenaauert39
    @selenaauert39 6 часов назад

    I think loungeroom, so I feel I have a sane place to retreat to! Kitchen is too much. Tx

  • @Elise-nt2gc
    @Elise-nt2gc 13 часов назад +4

    If you see this please make subtitles available. Thanks!

  • @h3arty
    @h3arty 15 часов назад +1

    Love ya Dawn!

  • @kates6793
    @kates6793 13 часов назад +1

    I love my chopper lol. I can whip up salads so fast! Not hard to clean I dont think

  • @julielaw7825
    @julielaw7825 15 часов назад +4

    You look so pretty❤

  • @joannemazurek9075
    @joannemazurek9075 12 часов назад +3

    Our new Keuig was not even 6 months old, when it died. It might have been more like four months old. The one we had before that one lasted for many years. I already had a French press coffee maker. That's what we are using now. It's a fraction of the co$t compared to having to keep buying new Keuigs, within weeks of each other. Being able to enjoy a fabulous cup of coffee made in a way that you can really taste and enjoy all of the flavors that the coffee has to offer is definitely worth it. I'm exchanging what's more or less "instant coffee" - for taste and quailty. Yes, it takes longer to prepare but we have no regrets. We have an espresso maker too. I enjoy *making* coffee with it on my days off work.

  • @sharonhutchinson9604
    @sharonhutchinson9604 14 часов назад +1

    Fantastic!

  • @LouisLuzuka
    @LouisLuzuka 15 часов назад +2

    Hello from Vancouver Canada ❤

  • @feliciasuris2381
    @feliciasuris2381 11 часов назад +1

    What if my 2 year old dumps his toys out (simplified minimal 4 box cubes with occasional rotations) and maybe plays and usually leaves without picking up or helping if I ask, too many toys or I need to try harder for him to help or super normal for toddlers?

  • @tammytlc4986
    @tammytlc4986 6 часов назад

    Hi, can you have your husband do a video on how he declutters his clothes for my husband? That would be great!

  • @MsLor213
    @MsLor213 10 часов назад +1

    ❤❤❤