67 things to declutter RIGHT NOW 🤯 (and you won't miss them AT ALL)
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67 things to declutter RIGHT NOW 🤯 (and you won't miss them AT ALL)
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Kitchen
04:31 Closet
07:11 Garage
12:34 Trash
12:53 Bathroom
13:31 Kid Items
14:58 Living Room
17:31 Office & Junk Drawer
19:51 Grand Finale 
Хобби
What else should we add to the list?
Refills?? Like soap refills… oh my
I did the 30 day minimalism game over my 3 day weekend and i was worried I wouldn’t be able to do it bc I’ve been a minimalist for 8yrs and I did struggle but I included things that were trash and split up socks to make 2 items but I found a bin of “important papers” and realized I had w2s from 2014 and resumes from 5 years ago like why. I went through gardening items on my patio and found quite a few items as well.
Extra school supplies!
We had three whole hutch drawers full of used crayons, colored pencils, many glue sticks, Elmer’s glue bottles, dry erase board markers, super glue, folders, half used notebooks etc. I bought new every year, but kept accumulating the old one from the year before. I cleaned it all out and donated them to my sister who is a teacher in a poor district. She was thrilled.
I can’t remember if any/all of these are on the list but I’ve recently got rid of: extra perfumes, unused kitchen gadgets (soda stream, rice cooker, vegetable cutting tools), unused sports shoes (my husband use to play squash and my son played soccer), picture frames, containers with missing lids (and lids with missing containers). Also digital clutter: deleted my Instagram account, unsubscribed from loads of junk emails. It’s also good to change your bills/bank statements etc to email rather than paper form.
Candles you don't like or use, party supplies, extra napkins and table cloths.
I have to respectfully disagree on the idea that your pets don't need toys, because wild animals don't need toys. Pets stay mostly/entirely in the house or the immediate space around the house. It's a similar principle to zoo animals, who also stay within a confined space- their lives are made more meaningful when they have enrichment. Which doesn't necessarily HAVE to be toys, but toys are a convenient way to make that happen. Love the video!
Definitely do what you feel comfortable with. These are suggestions to get you thinking ❤️
Wild animals do have toys, just not ones from the store. They play tug of war with bones and sticks, they chase and chew small prey animals, they play with each other.
Stimulation and enrichment is an absolute need for animals that are being kept outside of their natural "toy" filled environment.
My dogs have 1 toy- a horse ball (they destroy everything else) and they have natural bones. Other than that they find sticks and branches in the yard and spend hours playing with them.
Crappy dog toys are definitely not a necessity and some of them are so dangerous to dogs.
I think that one is honestly dependent on your pet, my dog personally doesn’t play with toys as much as I wish he did especially because I have a because I live far from work so an 8 hour work day turns out to be longer, and there’s been times where he’s gotten bored and well a pitty who gets bored is a pitty who will find something other than his own things to chew on. I’ve pretty much stopped buying him toys, don’t get me wrong I spend hundreds on other things for him but I find getting him out on walks and socializing with people makes him the most happy and gets the restlessness out that built up from the week. When I can I get him on the trails with me or take him to social outings where he’s invited he enjoys that much more than toys.
On the other hand my dad’s dog will go through toys within a week. So I think that one is just about knowing your fur baby and doing your best with their personality.
When I watch videos like these, I look at it as a review in life. I ask my self do these tips fit my stage of life right now. In truth my 12 year old dog has six balls to play fetch, five stuff animals and three deer antlers. She plays with two balls, one stuff animal and all three antlers. Her current stage of life is sadly getting close to the end, this video has me thinking about am I helping her in this stage.... This is how I watch or listen to these videos not at a must too. I don't know if this might help to see this from a different way if not no worries. You do you. I am glad you comment cause it started getting people to think and for me I love that. I like the thinking comments not the fighting comments if you understand what I mean. Have a peaceful day and space.
Have to disagree strongly on one point- you should NOT throw away old photos! You should make copies and archive them for backup and safely store them somewhere. Computers, flash drives, CDs and so on can be stolen, damaged, or lost. If you really don't want the photos then find a family member that may because those photos may one day be a part of your family's history.
Always do what feels right to you! These are just suggestions to get you thinking ❤️
A photo can be damaged or lost as easily as a computer, flash drive or dvd. Actually, if it’s on your computer you could back it up to google photos or a cloud. That is safer than all of the above
It just helps as a reminder that we ain't gonna take anything with us upon leaving this world, minimalism makes the process of leaving this world (whenever destined) easier 🤞
@@seaofroses8888 thats true,i have lots of old.picture that slowly damage overtime.i saw my father in law ,throw away lots of picture.a big box of old picture.he only keep one photo album
I agree--I'm 70 and hoping to make a scrap book for each of my 5 grandchildren. They will all live out their lives in their own families and homes and probably in different cities and provinces--so each grandchild needs a book of memories of their dad and grandparents and memories of who they came from. This will be a big job--but that is what I hope to do soon.
Here u go
1. Expired food
2. Extra silverware
3. Extra pots + pans
4. Spices you don't use
5. Kitchen gadgets + Appliances
6. Random fridge stuff
7. Toxic cleaning products
8. Expired supplements
9. Reusable bags
10. Extra baking sheets
11. Clothes you haven't used in 6months
12. High Heels
13. Trendy Impulses
14. Sunglasses
15. Uncomfortable clothes
16. Freebies
17. Extra cars sitting around
18. Non-essential in the glove box
19. DIY Leftovers
20. Paper Clutter
21. Unused Holiday Decor
22. Stuff from old hobbies
"We do no do ourselves favor hanging on to past seasons of our life when we have entered into new ones"
23. Exercise Equipment
24. Duplicate or Unused tools
25. Collections
26. Old Photos
27. Empty Cleaning Products
28. Empty Hair Products
29. Empty Makeup Products
30. Giveaway Chapsticks
31. Anything thats broken
32. Anything spoiled or otherwise ruined
33. Extra towels
34. Medicines that expired or served their purpose
35. Toxic Makeup Products
36. Skincare products containing chemicals
37. Toxic or unused haircare products
38. Puzzles missing pieces
39. Board games that aren't being played too often
40. Plastic toys (Unless they're your child's fave)
41. Noise making toys
42. Craft kits
43. Baby items
44. Throw Pillows
45. Lingering Holiday Items
46. Knick Knack decor items
47. Furniture that's in the way
48. Dead plants
49. Extra plant pots
50. Extra/Ripped/Worn/Old Pet Supplies
51. Books you won't read again
52. Gifts you don't like
53. Birthday Cards
54. Invitations + Holiday Cards
55. Letters
56. Ticket Stubs
57. Random Cords
58. Old headphones
59. Punch Cards
60. Coupons
61. Unused Gift Cards
62. Old Phones
63. Pens
64. Bulk packs of office supplies like post-its
65. Just in case items
66. Things that require you to buy more things
67. Anything you don't like maintining
68. Anything you wish would walk itself out the door
69. Anything you could rent or borrow
70. Anything that already served it's purpose
Thanks for this!
Yes!! Thankyou❤
Thanks bro I came to the comment section just hoping that somebody did this thanks again
❤ thank you so much!!!
I think my whole house could do with emptying
definitely KEEP the car manual in the car… broke down a couple times at night with either low phone battery or no data connection….
a lil paper manual isn’t taking up much space :)
Different for everyone. But valid point.
I second keeping the car manual. If you travel around the us you might discover that there are still places that don’t have cell coverage. You don’t want to break down without your manual and find out you can’t access the internet.
Yep. Eliminate the junk instead. The glove compartment is meant for necessities: manual, car registration and insurance card, and tire pressure gauge.
I agree, completely! In fact, I believe if ANYTHING is in the glove compartment of my car at all, it should be the car manual and important paperwork like my insurance card. I believe the other stuff in there is what may need to be decluttered. 💯
Hard agree! I think a lot of people who almost exclusively drive locally or in metropolitan areas *could* get away with getting rid of it, but it's not like it takes up all that much room, and it's potential to get you off the side of the road and back to somewhere where you can call for help is well worth every square inch.
My last car didn't come with a manual, as it was used, and I never once regretted printing out the maintenance and engine layout sections from the internet. Even for just basic maintenance, it's way easier to grab the manual than look it up every time you need to buy new wipers or check when you'll need your next tire rotation.
Love most of your pointers but from experience, I strongly recommend NOT taking the hard copy manual out of your car! We took my car on a road trip and ended up in a situation that we needed to change an obscure setting to navigate, I only had a digital manual that wasn't saved for offline access, and there was zero cell signal. It made what should have been an okay situation incredibly tricky and stressful. Once we got home from the trip a manual book was the first thing I bought. It's worth it to keep. Someday you might be reeeeeeally glad you had it lol
Definitely do what you feel comfortable with ❤️
I agree! I’m keeping mine lmao. Data isn’t always accessible.
I agree! I also keep a roll of quarters in the glovebox, because so many times they’ve come in handy, like paying for air for tires or the car vacuum machines or old fashioned car wash places. There was one I went to for years that only cost 50 cents.
I did a mix of these two options & downloaded my car manual! It saved space & on the off chance that I do end up needing it on the side of the road I don't need service : )
I have a flip phone because I feel like not using social media all day everyday declutters my mind. I actually needed my car manual today because I was doing my own repairs. I find the car manual can also be a lot faster to find very specific information than having to google or watching RUclips videos anyway. It’s just one book out of the way that makes life a lot easier if you anticipate doing any auto care yourself. If you don’t travel, are fine potentially forking over hundreds to thousands for towing and mechanics instead of at least trying it yourself…. Then sure, throw it away. But mine has helped me save soooo much money.
My biggest issue with most minimalism is when we hear on repeat , I will just borrow it from someone else. This can work sometimes but shouldn't be rel led on when getting rid of your own. It comes across very entitled to depend on being allowed to use others stuff so our houses can be simplified.
If you need a kitchenaid, keep the kitchenaid. I agree, having to run over to Mom’s to borrow one is dumb.
@@sct4040 I love the excuse to see people I love and depend on them more. Always do what feels right to you. What works for me may not for you.
She's referring to items that you don't use often or at all but keep just in case you might need it's someday. "I might need it some day" is what gets many people stuck when they had been making progress on their decluttering journey. In the past, I would purchase a large tool or item if I was going to work on a remodel job in our home only to find that I haven't used this large item since that remodeling project 5 years ago and now it's sitting there just taking up valuable real estate. Had I decided to rent it from a tool rental place or borrow it from a friend, I would not have to make the difficult yet necessary decision to finally get rid of this item.
Yes! Neither a borrower or a lender be!
Right! And then they can't usually come to you because you have nothing to lend in return
To anyone who is entering minimalism with young kids! I would just like to say, as a minimalist myself, remember to allow growth and change as your kids get older/bigger. They are going to have their own idea of how they want to live and navigate their space. We were able to build two extra rooms for my teenagers and my 3 kids have their own rooms for the first time. I feel strongly that since I am so adamant that my house is simplified, I don't make them simplify their own rooms. They grew up minimalist but my 16 and 18 year olds are going through the phase of loving stuff. I don't want them to feel guilty about this. They will come to how they want to live on their own.
Well said...
I would recommend keeping a pair of good quality sunglasses. UV radiation is quite harmful for eyesight, despite the benefits of getting a bit of sunlight.
Your eyes do not need sunglasses-
You only get addicted to them because your eyes get more sensitive because they get used to them.
10 years before I believed that too.
After years I know better.
Agree! UV Rays can cause early onset cataracts. I know this from experience.
@@inasrainbowland8819 you must know better than the eye doctors I've visited my entire life lol You absolutely need sunglasses.
I have blue eyes and I am completely blinded by the sun without sunglasses. I’ve tried not wearing them and my eyes hurt so bad. For me it’s a necessity! 😎
Yeah sunlight cooks the eyeballs and causes cataracts. Please wear sunglasses.
same, the squinting gives me really bad headaches too. i've tried to go without sunglasses for several weeks and i was getting headaches nearly every day
Same. I also think it's relative to your lifestyle. Most people will be totally fine without sunglasses, even if they spend most of their free time outside, but if you're someone who works outdoors, it can be really important for preventing sun damage to your retinas.
All I've ever read and heard from eye doctors, is that direct sunlight is not good for your eyes and that your eyes will age faster from direct sunlight. Your eyes can develop stare quicker etc. So I wouldn't give the advice to everyone to not wear sunglasses.. But I do like the advice to declutter the sunglasses to 2 pp.
Yup. I used to have 15/15 vision, now I wear glasses, due primarily to aging caused by light damage. Wear sunglasses.
Don’t trust the cloud.. it lost all my first child’s baby pictures.. had no physical copies.. gut wrenching. Thankfully Shutterfly had them backed up 🙏🏼
Maybe a monthly photo book.. kids love looking back on pictures of themselves
I always decluttering my things but watching declutter video like this motivates me to declutter more and more.
Thanks for watching
100%
Same here ❤
me too!!'
I love “anything you wish would just spontaneously combust so you didn’t have to feel bad getting rid of it” 😅😅 i definitely needed to hear that today, I’m trying to decluttering
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Yeah...why is arson against the law?? 🤣 in "maximalist" bordering on hoarding, arson should totally be allowed!
My husband and I are recovering maximalists. We took 1000 lbs of trash to the dump yesterday and we are having our 3rd yard sale this year. We are 30 years old.
That’s amazing!
Glad you are decluttering. Fresh and new beginnings are ahead!
"Anything you wish would spontaneously combust so you wouldn't have to feel so bad about getting rid of it" 😂 I needed to hear that one. I'm definitely holding on to things because I feel bad about having to get rid of it.
😂😂
TIP: declutter holiday decor when you first put it up at the beginning of the season. Most thrift stores don't accept holiday decor donations in January...I found that out the hard way this last January and have been waiting to donate those items until the new season.
Good tip! Thanks!
I'm pretty sure goodwill takes holiday decor all year, every time I go there seems to be new things in the holiday sections
It’s because we have to store things all year round and a lot of charity shops will just bin things unless they are in real good condition for resale. If your stuff is unsaleable just bin it yourself it costs the shops more money in bin bags that are nearly too pounds a bag. Only clothes we get money for in rag money for the charity shop. Plus shoes and linens.
Yes, this is a great tip! Also, before you donate, find a consignment store to work with! They display a month before the holiday, so hopefully, you'll get some money back!
You absolutely should not get rid of owner manuals for items you still own. Insurance companies often ask for proof of ownership when you make a claim and thermal printed receipts just don't last. The manual is easier to store than the box it came in.
take a picture of the receipt or scan it into your computer and keep a digital version of the receipt. :)
I’ve watched loads of declutter videos on RUclips but yours is fantastic. You have inspired me to get rid of my stuff that’s suffocating me. Thank you
Reusable bags are necessary - but you must be in the habit to use them. I used to have the problem of always forgetting, but finally got into the habit of bringing them back to my car so they will be there for the next shopping trip 😊
I literally ran to my closet and got rid of 2 garbage bags full of clothes while watching this video. I am so grateful I found your channel. 💛
I'm so glad you are here! Thanks for watching ❤️
I too got rid of synthetic clothes and kept all cotton, linen and silk.
Loving the video. The 90 day rule on clothes (because 90 days covers all the seasons) doesn't hold up in our country. I actually laughed out loud when you said it. We also don't live somewhere where you can just not bother to wear shoes but awesome that you do - sounds very free. Otherwise, I like your matter of fact approach to minimalism and will definitely use some of your tips in my home.
Thanks Kim!
Yes it definitely depends on your country. Here in the Netherlands you definitely need a winter and summer wardrobe and everything in between haha
You are way younger than me, but oddly I feel like we are friends. I just moved to a fancy area outside Boston, and I got rid of everything. It feels so good. People think I am nuts. I have never felt so happy :) Thank you thank you thank you. Today, a friend called me because she was worried that my life was so boring and that maybe I was depressed. lol I told her I am living a simple, slow life and living my best live EVER. Thank you Madisun.
So great Lisa! Thanks for watching ❤️
I will say, some of these tips are quite helpful, but I do not agree with discarding family photos. This predicates on the fact that you will always have access to the internet, to a hard drive, etc. My family lost almost everything in Hurricane Camille with the exception of a few select things--including family photo albums. Those would have been lost forever, and I never would have had pictures of my loved ones who passed on, if we didn't have those albums. You may not think those things can happen to you until they do. Keep momentos. Keep printed copies. You never know what will happen, and you'll be grateful to have those to reflect on.
Do what feels right to you!
Just FYI: Animal shelters happily accept old towels and bedding. 💜
Not all of them
If your car and phone are dead I like having the manual in the car.
Thank you for another great video. We are a family of six and I cook 99% of our meals. I have loved having a minimized kitchen. I have one large pot, one small sauce pot, a Dutch oven for baking bread, and a large cast iron skillet. I haven’t needed anything more in over three years. The less clutter in my kitchen the more I enjoy being in there!
its so true! thanks for watching Lindsey! ❤️
That sounds amazing! My partner won't let me down size pots and pans. But maybe one day! The rest of our house is so nicely downsized. But the kitchen 😱
@@Meg-eq2md could you propose an experiment… you could put the pots and pans you would declutter away somewhere else and only bring them out if need be? An easy way to see if you actually need something. After a month, or a couple, of not using it you could agree to declutter it.
@@lindseydragstrem2160 I am going to give this a try! Might actually work! Thank you ☺️
We cook most of our meals at home as well with our family of five. I find it very difficult to get rid of kitchen items. I wish I could downsize some things but I feel like we cook such a variety of items that I need everything that I use.
About the car manual being on the internet… I like to travel to remote areas a lot, and many of the places I’ve been don’t have any cell service or internet. So ditching the car manual is only for people who stay in more populated areas. Plus I always keep a first aid kit, a small tool kit, and an emergency overnight bag in each of my cars (which are all used frequently in my family). I also live in area where stranded people have died overnight during storms from being ill-prepared. When I was a kid and entire family froze to death overnight just outside the town. That’s less likely to happen now that most of my area has cell service, but it’s still better to be safe.
Do whatever you feel comfortable with ❤️ these are suggestions to get you thinking
Sunglasses are really important because its is like wearing sunscreen in your eyes,if I don’t wear them my eye will get red
if you do have reusable bags; try keeping some in your car to see if you use them more like that before tossing them all! it’s cost-annoying to have to keep buying new bags when grocery-shopping etc :)
edit: or if you have a cute picnic basket you don’t use for decor, maybe use that for grocery shopping? just a random idea, very cottagecore haha!
I've tried but I still forget them and remember at the checkout! 😂
We kept as many as we need for a weekly shop which is around 6. For a family if six. And a picnic basket for the eggs and delicate produce. Has been great. They are always in the car. After putting the groceries away we put them right back.
When you said “it’s okay, just let it go” you have no idea how healing that was hahahaha I am trying hard to go back to my minimal lifestyle after buying our first home and filling it up with things we don’t need! It’s a process… thank you this video is so helpful!
Thanks for watching ❤️
Reusable grocery bags work really well as book bags. You can ask your local library if they could use them. We always keep a couple for patrons who dislike using plastic and forgot their own bag.
Add the photos to the cloud; but I would recommend putting them in an accessible photo album; maybe as a coffee book replacement that way you actually look through them & they are special
Some great points and some not as great points. As a Floridian and light sensitive person, I vehemently disagree with the sunglasses making the list 😂🪦
I do have a concern on totally relying on technology to store family history. Technology can fail, even with back up. Instead, reduce your photos to vintage that can't be replaced and have importance, a couple of an event you want to capture, ones that you could share with other family members. You still reduce, but a tangible, hold it in your hand, precious photo is hard to replace with a smart phone version. Store extras on the cloud.
Definitely do what you feel comfortable with! Thanks for watching Donna!
Great ideas! My little doggie plays with toys every day, so I know she would not appreciate her stuff getting removed. Things I think could be added:
1: dvd/cds if you don’t use them and have streaming platforms instead. If you like the actual product, you can throw away the cases and put them all in a cd case. It has saved me so much room.
2. Magazines
3. Subscriptions you aren’t using
Just starting my journey and I find it all very difficult and strongly emotional. I've grown up in an enviroment where all the "just in case" staff were kept at any cost and I find it very difficult to leave this habit. Thank you for this list, I think I will stick to it and hopefully I can start somewhere.
It’s so true. There are a lot of emotions behind why we keep what we keep. As we start to let go, we also let go of what has been holding us back. Thanks for watching ❤️
same here, Anna!!! If you're still struggling to get started, or find some direction... I've been watching other RUclipsrs videos about downsizing/decluttering/letting go (Minimal Mom, Clutterbug, ButFirstCoffee, A to Zen Life, and Nourishing Minimalism). One of the hardest parts is just GETTING STARTED. Several RUclipsrs have checklists, guides, or "decluttering challenges" that offer a starting point. Some theorize that starting small is ideal for some people (this was good for me) because it isn't overwhelming, and helps us "strengthen our decluttering muscles" - then work our way up to the "bigger stuff/areas." Other people recommend starting in the areas with the biggest visual impact, like the first room people see when walking into the home (often the living room or kitchen) so we get that immediate burst of positive impact, and get the motivation from that (plus we get to enjoy spending time in that decluttered space).
Some thoughts from my side... "just in case" items are based on an incredible amount of fear and the urge to stay in control all the time.
When cleaning out these types of times take a moment to think about "what's the worst that can happen?". Play it through in your mind, go through the situation, then evaluate afterwards.
-> For example, the worst that can happen without a backup toaster is that you cant eat toast for a couple of days. Is that really going to impact your life and quality of living? Which other foods do you love that you would you prepare alternatively?
I decluttered the fridge straight away as you said it 😂 and i loved the 10 second rule on declutter decision making, and threw out a couple of items whilst watching X thanks!
Been watching everyday and this is EXACTLY what I needed next! Thank you!
This was a great one, Madisun! Decluttering is my hobby, and I realized through this that I’m still holding onto past hobbies that are taking up space in my home. Time to let them go 💕
So true! Thanks for watching Sammie ❤️
I was just decluttering my daughters room and took a break. Came to RUclips and on my suggested! Look at that confirmation. This is extremely encouraging and I love your ideas!
I have been. Heading toward minimalismish for a like 4-5 years and with the ebs and flows of life. I do it then it gets a big clogged in our home.
The 24th is a community garage sale. We have an entire space just filled with donate and sell my goal is to be done by then 🤞🤞
So glad you are here ❤️
One thing- you’ll really miss that paper car manual when you’re out in the middle of nowhere with no cell service or internet 😅 trust me, I’ve been there.
Do whatever you feel comfortable with. These are just suggestions to get you thinking ❤️
Really enjoyed your video! Tying to simplify my life, 2 teenagers, 2 dogs and 2 cats (and a husband lol) Realizing we have way too much stuff, I'm really understanding that the clutter I once thought was "decor' or "memorabilia" is causing me stress to manage! Looking forward to doing a huge purge!
Thanks Karin!
Just keep the stuff that breathes 😉
Thanks really enjoyed this longer video. Really get inspiration from you and your down to earth approachl
Your organic spices, tips about healthy footwear, and studies about no sunglasses - AND, your struggle with staying organized naturally - you must be my soul sister ♥️💫 - most impressive minimalist / declutter video I’ve ever watched (and I’ve watched a LOT!) Your healthy inspirational twist is a nice change from the rest!
This is so sweet. Thank you Tina!
Your kitchen cabinets are so satisfying!
I’m so glad you’re back! You’re my favorite minimalist. Smile
This is great! I keep my home pretty minimal, but there’s always something else you can declutter, and videos like this one always motivate me to get rid of more stuff. :)
Love it! Thanks for watching ❤️
I’ve tried cutting down the silverware and dishes just to keep the dishes down and packed them away, but I swear the kids eat them with their meals because they’re constantly coming up missing.
I honestly couldn’t part with my kitchen aid even if I don’t use it every day. I saved up for one for so long after my ex moved out and took it with him because it was one of the kitchen things I could always use when I did need one and no one else I know has one. It makes baking more convenient to toss everything in the bowl and turn it on over hand mixing everything myself as my hands aren’t made for doing so even over a short period of time.
I totally understand the cookie sheets in the oven thing! We only own two now and do use them both!
I don’t have a whole bunch of sunglasses, only one pair, BUT I do use them on days I get migraines so even if I don’t use them everyday, the do come in handy when I need them.
Many of the things you mentioned I don’t even buy!
Love all of your videos! I look forward to them every Wednesday ❤️
Thank you, thank you!
I suggest making a book … my daughter does one for me every so often. So, digital, and make a book. So cool!
This video helped so much.
I was re-inspired and this helped give me direction about what to declutter next in my home…. And gave me peace about throwing things away!!
We’ve been dealing with rats in our apartment garage so I can’t make a separate space for donation items and stuff was piling up because I can’t get to a donation center…. So today I threw a lot of things away and posted a few of the good things for free on marketplace and it’s all disappearing and I feel so good about it! I hate trashing items that could be donated but I just haven’t been able to make it happen…. And my health and peace is more important!
This video is life changing...You have made me look at everything so differently. Your way of explaining has gotten through in 20 min what no one else has in twenty years, and the first thing to go is the heels! I'm going to get the wheel barrow you are amazing thank you so much for this. I literally went from overwhelmed holding back tears to over joyed and with a smile.
Angela you are who I make these videos for. I’m so glad you are here ❤️
As an older mom, who lives in a very rural area… I have agreed with your list until the car manual. The reason those are in your car is so when you are in an area where there is not an cell signal (so much of the state I live in) and you have an emergency light come on, you have the ability to see how urgent it is… or if you break down etc. many places in the south still do not have a Signal where you can pull up a web page, much less a whole manual.
In saying all of that, if you travel a lot, keep the manual. It does not take up much space and could really benefit a situation. 💕
While I mostly agree, getting rid of photos or magnets is probably overkill for most people. There is no need to sanitize your space, you don’t live in a lab, you live in the home. It’s not a deficit to have a house that looks like people live in it.
The tone and heart of this video was not to sanitize your home and remove the life from it. Rather, to give you permission to breathe fresh life into your space and enjoy the coziness of a clean and manageable place to call home.
I have been loving your videos SO much and they have inspired me to start a small vegetable raised bed, and git rid of loads of clothes, shoes, old towels, bedding, bath mats. Excited for this journey!
That is awesome! Im so glad! ❤️
I came across your channel a few weeks ago. I was already familiar with minimalism and was in the process of getting our home where I wanted it to be. But, when I listen to you, it inspires me to do more and do it now. I have donated 50% of the kids toys, kitchen, books, clothes, you name it (and this is not the first time). Watching your videos has truly inspired me. I've pretty much bing watched all your videos to this point. That's probably not cool to say, but it's true. And it's made me realize that I'm not weird for wanting to live with less. Or to live a less rushed and hurried lifestyle. I had never heard of the term slow living before, but it sums up what my heart has been searching for. We have 4 children and I'm so excited to stop spending my time managing my stuff, and more time enjoying my time with my family. I don't know why we feel like we need 'permission' to do the things we know are right, but I just had to tell you that I'm truly inspired by you, our shared faith, minimalism, and slow living. Thank you for making these videos. I am praying for you and your family.
Oh my goodness. This is the kindest most thoughtful comment ever. THANK YOU. I am a bit teary eyed and feeling so grateful that my sharing this experience is resonating and that it's changing your life. Love to you and your family!
@@MadisunGray 💓
Great quick summary list of all essential things to declutter.
I have one big clear plastic bin with hobby stuff.. sometimes I go 6 mths or over a year without doing it, because some things are winter some summer hobbies...and I have to be in the creative mood.. but i love it. Eg all collected rocks, shells etc from my world travels, which i am turning into wall art..it takes time.. but I love it, and my one box doesn't stress me.
I have photo/scap books..with all photos and paper memory stuff in..I love my physical photo albums..and love to look at them with a coffee.
My kids have 2 memory boxes..1 with hang files. One for each year from baby to 18 yrs old. The kids choose the best things to put in them. The second box is bulky stuff. When they leave home..they can take the 2 boxes with them. Photograph the stuff and bin it and use the boxes for adult paperwork that must be kept or they can use the boxes just as storage boxes..that is their decision. My oldest son (now 17) is much more sentiment than my younger son (now 9).
I have always been more minimalist. I didn't buy furniture until I was 30...in my 20s i made or got hand me down furniture. I moved to much (17x), including abroad with just a rucksack. I spent my free time and money on travelling/backpacking all over the world.
With kids and settling, came stuff, but when I got divorced, i realized that huge amounts of clutter which had built up and stressed me during out 18 yrs together, was my ex husbands stuff (i filled 90 boxes with his stuff). I am still reducing/refining my and my kids stuff but i have found that as long as
1 everything has a home
2 you don't need to spend hours tidying first before you can clean
3 your stuff doesn't stress or overwhelm you..but makes you happy
4 you keep decluttering regularly, which is necessary because life and kids change and develop
...then you have found your level of minimalism that works for you and your family (because your stuff doesn't "own you").
I bought a house without a garage or a basement because I knew if we had those. It allows stuff to accumulate and I knew my (now ex) husband would fill these spaces.
I only have a small garden shed for bikes, garden games and gardening tools. And an attic for suitcases, seasonal stuff eg skiing stuff, camping stuff and a few boxes of seasonal decor.
But I still love my 1/4 year "declutter weekend" when the kids are at their dads and I go through the whole house to see what I can declutter...these are such fun weekendand it resets thr whole house.
Amazing tips!! Feels so good to get rid of the clutter 🙌🏽
Yes! I got inspired to relook at our house too!
You have really helped me really think about what I need and don’t need and I have been getting rid of items for a more easy and stress free life filled with unnecessary stuff. Your awesome and please keep making videos ❤️❤️❤️
Brilliant thank you. Wrote lots of notes and will work my way through them. Hugely helpful after my comment the other day - not knowing where to start. Thank you. Sending light and love x
"Make room for what you need in your life NOW." This is my favorite takeaway from your video. Thank you! P.S. Not taking away all my cats' toys, they love them, or else it will make room for fighting and mayhem lol
Do what you feel comfortable with ❤️
I’m keeping my kitten toy’s too
It’s important for indoor pets to have things to play with to stimulate their mind and body so they don’t become depressed and overweight. That being said, my cat really favours pom poms to play with (she kept stealing them from the kids craft box), so just got her some at a craft store and got rid of the rest of her toys she didn’t really care about.
My kitten goes outside now during the day, and he really only bothers with 2 or 3 toys now. It's hard for me to declutter the others, as they are mostly fairly new. And maybe someday, i can afford another kitten who will enjoy them.
I'm pretty minimalist but I absolutely COVER my fridge with magnets and pictures 😂 I love how it looks, it's like a big piece of art. Plus it's not like it's taking up room
Love that. Definitely do what you feel comfortable with ❤️
@@MadisunGray ♥️🖼️
This video was helpful for me! I've been decluttering and having the inner battle with certain items whether I should keep or not when I know I no longer use- your video reminded me that its okay to part ways with what is not serving me, my family or our home anymore. Thank you!
So glad to hear Anna! Thanks for watching ❤️
Just capsuled my wardrobe and about to tackle my kitchen. Thank you for the inspiring videos!
YES YES YES YESSSS
I really loved what you said about letting go of things that related to past versions of your self. That really hit home for me
It’s so true!
When you said you put your baking sheets in the oven and then preheat your oven now all of them are hot… I felt that! 😂 I do this almost every time and I still do it. You would think after years it would just be in my subconscious to always pull everything out but no. 😂
I did it again today 😂
So happy and grateful I cane across your channel a couple weeks ago. Really has made me look at life in a different light after going through some struggles mentally. Currently been decluttering and less time on social media and it’s made a huge positive difference for me? Thank you for your beautiful videos ❤
Same for me ❤️ I’m glad you are feeling better.
I’m so glad you are here Georgina! ❤️
Thank you for your inspirational videos! I would love to see a video on your kids rooms/toys/clothes etc!
Thanks for the reminders!
Thanks for watching Maria!
I love how you get right into it !!! Great tips thank you
Thank you ❤
I really needed to hear that!
I just happened upon your channel. It is just what I needed! I have been downsizing and decluttering for years, and still have way too much stuff. You have just defined how to approach what is left and not needed. I am making a donation run this week, and can probably double or triple the stuff I am going to take. Thank you…. I will be rewatching this video a few times just so I don’t miss anything! 😊
Wow! Thanks so much Linda!
This was amazing thank you! Given me such a boost to go further with our minimalism before baby number 4 arrives! We actually removed our tv in the last couple of weeks. It’s on top of a wardrobe for now but it needed to have some timeout as during some heatwaves in the U.K. our kids were just sat indoors glued to it. Their creativity (with a simplified toy supply) has been incredible and they are learning so much more as we have started our term of home education this autumn. Keep the content coming! X
Thank you Sarah!
Fantastic! Many things that I own have served their purpose in another season of my life. Will be donating
Yes! Thanks for watching Danica!
Thank you, good reminders.
Thank you Kathleen!
Maybe an unpopular opinion but in order to be able to be really minimal in the kitchen is to have a homemaker in your household. My boyfriend and I both study/work fulltime
We could Not handwash stuff after every use. We barely have time to put the dishwasher on
I love my dishwasher. I love how everything comes out sanitized and shiny. Only run it when it's full but I don't stint on hot water. That's what makes everything sanitized.
I’m so inspired by this video! Thank you so much for sharing!!
Thanks for watching Jamie! ❤️
Once a year I do a big decluttering and it's so refreshing! It's amazing how much stuff we accumulate! Your list is so on point! Covers everything!
So true! It always creeps back in!
Excellent and thorough. Thank you!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it Maryann ❤️
Yes we go nuts with dog toys (they’re just so darn cute) but you also have a pug. Try having a Malinois or the like and tell me one toy is enough 😭😂 although with the breeds that need stimulation there are very specific toys good for them -and they’re def not coming from bark box
Definitely do what’s best for you ❤️
Bark box works for oue mal
But we are considering cancelling, as she has too many toys already
I kept pushing pause to go declutter the items as you mentioned them! Thanks for more great advice. I look forward to your videos every week. :)
oh my gosh that's amazing! yes! good for you!
I've listened to lists on other channels, and this is the most meaningful. Can't wait to listen to your other videos.
Thanks!
This was the most helpful video!!! Thank you🤟🏽
I’m so glad Allie! ❤️ thanks for watching
You are an inspiration! Thank you
So sweet. Thank you Alena!
Awesome video girl way to go.
Thank you Tami!
Thanks for spelling it all out! So many items I relate to! Not sure why we hold onto these things!
I declutter often and some of these ideas you mentioned I didn’t even think to do! I appreciate your video.
Thanks for watching ❤️
Loved all these!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for this list! You are a joy to watch and continue to inspire me. ❤
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Digital photo albums make sitting on anyone’s couch exciting. It’s cool to see what pops up and you also can get rid of all of the photo albums. It’s amazing!
I absolutely love you and your ideas! Currently decluttering and have been using your videos as a reference. Honestly- every single thing that leaves our home feels like taking a deep breath. It feels light. Feels like I can focus now. Thank you sister in Christ!
So true! Thank you Cathie!
This is such an awesome video. Fantastic advice
This motivates me to go declutter ASAP!
Yes!
Great video! I am in the process af decluttering and it is an amazing feeling. Having too many things they own you for real. Thank you! Your husband a lucky guy to have you.❤
What a great idea, especially love the bit about hobbies I have a tonne of stuff from past hobbies x
Awesome video!💕 Definitely gonna do some decluttering this weekend :)
Love it! ❤️
You inspire me so much, I have made so many changes already…thank you 🥰
I’m so glad!
This is my second watch of this video and it has given me more areas to de-clutter!!! Thank you ❤
I’m going to be watching this video again and again, I need to hear these things forever! I better go take down my Easter bunting!! ❤️
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Great ideas. I need to have a massive clear out from kids toys and clothes. Cannot wait for the weekend.