I love these pointers. Spot on. The only tip that pains me (as a food safety and quality manager in industry) is the immediate removal of food products from hermetically sealed, air-tight packaging. The expiration clock starts ticking the moment you expose most of these products to air, and the quality of food products begins to decline from that point forward. We suggest not opening packages until first use. Then, you can change containers once the seal is broken.
This is a very good point. I only use canisters for half a dozen items that I use a lot. If you keep a backup of all the things you use most (flour, oatmeal, cornmeal, etc.), just keep the backup in your pantry still sealed and only open it when you need to refill your canister. That way you can have the best of both worlds.
i hear ya, but you know in most houses with kids or teens, they don't stay unsealed long. lol. Growing up we kept a stick of butter out in the butter dish 24/7. I didn't even know you put butter in the fridge until I got married and my husband freaked out because it was out. My mom kept the ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, under the sink next to the cleaning products and we never got poisoned or died...but you should have seen the look on people's faces when they would ask where the ketchup was and we said under the sink...hahahah.
The only problem I have with storing foodstuffs like oatmeal in clear containers rather than the original package is that there are important bits of info on the packages, like directions, exp dates, nutritional info. On my oatmeal, I cut out the directions, including amts, and tape this to the storage container.
You can cut out that information from the packaging. Then you can either tape it to the back of the container or tuck it inside with the food. I have found this helpful.
It took me awhile to accept that clean up and dishes are part of the meal. I was just lazy. I now have fewer dishes, pans, pots, silver and utensils which also helps me tremendously!
To quote Jennifer Aniston’s character in “The Break-up”: “I hate waking up to a dirty kitchen!” The reward of a clean kitchen will usually win over any fatigue. Not always, of course, but remembering THOSE mornings usually will motivate me.😊
Another tip is the one touch method. Don’t bring your mail in and sit it on the counter. Just go through it right then and have a small folder for bills you need to pay when you get a second. This will reduce paper clutter so fast. Also don’t set your bag and shoes down, just put them on the hook or where you store the items right away. Don’t take 2 steps when you can cut time and effort and do it the first time. After you go through and do this work of labeling and creating a space for everything to have a place, habits will form and it will continue to get easier and easier to maintain your home.
@@TheNerdistheWord My husband insists on using the kitchen table as his desk. Right now he is sorting thru his uncle's estate, and he was bringing home all this dirty junk and putting it on our table. (His uncle was a hoarder.) I finally put my foot down and told him to set up a table in the garage to keep the stuff. He can bring it in to sort, but then has to take it back out. I think he leaves stuff there on purpose sometimes just to aggravate me.
I like what you said about appliances. My appliance of choice to leave out is the kitchen aid mixer I got from my Grandparents in Pistachio green :D Even though I don't use it daily, it's too heavy to comfortably store, and it just looks cool 😄
I have been married 49 years and in this house for 34 years. I keep a pretty organized home. My husband comes in, goes straight to the kitchen table, plunks down his stuff, hangs his coat over the chair, and leaves it all there, all the time. He uses it as his desk. Every piece of mail he has to think about for 6 months will have to sit there, with his other junk. I HATE this so much I just cannot tell you. I have given him many other places to put his stuff, and have asked him if he wants a desk somewhere. He says no. I am doing a whole house declutter right now, cause his uncle died suddenly and was a hoarder. His flat, 3 floors, is full, and filthy. My husband is bringing home boxes and boxes and boxes of paperwork, looking for a will or something to help them settle this estate and sell his properties. You guessed it, he was putting it on the kitchen table. He is also sorting thru coins that his uncle laid everywhere. I made him set up a spot in the garage to keep this stuff. He can bring it in and sort, and then take it out to the garage. He also has a table in the basement where he sorts the coins. I have put my foot down and won't let him leave anything on the table now. He continues to do it. I think it is a passive aggressive behavior that he does just to make me mad. He will put his stuff away when I ask, but leave one thing and claim he did not see it. At least put it on your dresser so no one sees it. If I was younger I would leave him cause he has many of these little behaviors that he does, seemingly just to drive me nuts. What good is it to have a clean and pretty kitchen, when your table and chairs are someone's dump spot? You are so right about flat surfaces. I don't want all this dirty and old stuff from his uncle in my house now, unless it is really a treasure. So far we have just found junk. I am at my wits end, and I am trying to cope by doing a really deep decluttering of MY stuff. I am getting rid of a lot of stuff I no longer need. I will not leave a mess for my kids.
Yes! Labeling is a life saver. I have four kids and a husband. 9 times out of 10. They don't know where things go even if it's been put in the same place since they were born. And my husband will never remember where things go because to him it's not important. If I have all the bins and things labeled then I can say what you want is in the bathroom cabinet in the red bin labeled "pain meds" It saved me having to go physically go get the item or physically go point it out because I can't find it. And when they get something out and it's sitting there and I have to say hey go put this away. I can say go put it in the kitchen cabinet beside the refrigerator in the bin labeled straws. So helpful! Before I started labeling bins I always ended up having to put things away myself just to show one of the kids where it went and then they would conveniently forget the next time they needed to put it away. With labels I can give them the general area in which it needs to go and maybe describe the color of the bin and tell him the exact label that's on the bin.
Men suffer from the Tupperware Effect. If there is sliced cheese in the original packaging that is getting dry and gross, they will find it. Once it goes into a container, it vanishes.
Labeling is a good method - if there is a label on the storage container, your partner/kids don't have excuses that they don't know where the things belong.
@@antiantipodaThanks for that tip - never heard of it before since I was using masking tape (ugly). I tried some labels but they were not removal and didn't want to buy more. So this is perfect for my use.
One day I decided to take all of the stuff off the surface of the outside of my fridge...magnets, photos, appointment reminders, grocery lists, etc. Once it was done, it was amazing to feel a weight that I didn't even know I carried suddenly get lifted off my shoulders. Clearing that surface helped to clear my head a little and it really made a difference to me.
I did this and completely agree. I thought it was necessary to have it all on the fridge, but when I cleared it every time I went in the kitchen I had a great sense of satisfaction and calm just from having a clear fridge door. Who'd would have thought it?!
I am going thru my entire house, one area per week, clearing out things I no longer use. I am hoping to get that good feeling, too. I am getting rid of things and eliminating some jobs that I dread doing.
Labeling everything is a great idea. We got to find out last June how nice it is to have even moderately well organized and labeled panty shelves when I went from upright to on the floor, and my poor husband saying "How far out is the ambulance?!!" over and over. They were sure it was a heart attack, I barely made it to the heart hospital an hour away, and it was something worse, and I was in the hospital for 4 days, with most of a month of recovery. My point is that I'm the main "everything in the kitchen" person here, and my husband took over and the system in place allowed him to function in a really stressful & sudden time of change for a while. What might feel like someone went nuts with a label maker might really help others out if there's an emergency. Once home, my job was to get on the computer and do the food order at Walmart for pick up, and he did the rest. We both learned a bunch. I try to find where to learn in each situation. I learned what to be grateful for. :) Anyway, being organized really helped us out.
I’m sorry you had that happen but aside for your being better, something great has been accomplished and helpful to you and your husband. Prayers for your continued recovery ❤️
When this video started I was thinking, here we go again, she's going to tell us to hide our crumby toaster and wet coffee maker inside cabinets like Joshua Becker BUT you came through with some more practical advice! What really clicked for me is saying that most of the items on flat surfaces (including floors) don't belong so it's just a good idea to be mindful of what is there for a functional purpose and intentional decor versus all the other stuff that needs to be stored properly or decluttered. Don't you just want to tidy off some surfaces after watching this? I'm on it!
I have a very organized home, and i have a 10 month baby. I already do a lot of the things you mention on your videos, so i can assure, this actually works. People that say it's not practical, maybe don't actually try, or they might be on a different place and need to find their own technique ❤
Yes, you are right but, we are all made different 🎉, so we do things differently. I believe that she has a basement, she can store things there. I don't have any place to store my vacuum so it stays in the hallway. I need the vacuum because I have carpet throughout the apartment. I would store it in the garage, but I don't have one. I would store it in the laundry room, but I don't have one. My broom is store in the slender area between the wall and the fridge, because I don't have space. I don't have an ironing board, because I don't have space. So as much as possible, I do only keep what I use, the rest, I am declutering. 😢
You are not alone friend! And you make a very good point. A lot of these videos (which are great by the way), are done by Americans with houses that are packed with storage. It’s very rare that I come across somebody actually making note of those that don’t have any of these features in our homes and it is a real struggle sometimes. So I’ve learned to watch these videos and adapt them to my lifestyle and to my small home - which is difficult. I’ve learned not to beat myself up and be grateful for my home.
I love them! A tip that might be practical for your floor clutter right now is to buy yourself a trash grabber. One of those saved me when I was pregnant with my third baby and had a busy toddler and preschooler!
I am going to start trying this five minute timer thing. I am one of those people who get very anxious and stressed when surrounded with clutter. I also store my appliances in cabinets. I have found that the less I keep on my kitchen counters, the cleaner those counters are 🎉
Your videos about habits, discipline and organization have helped me so much! I have MS and Lupus and when things are routine and accessible it makes a huge difference. You've given me most of the tips to help me do what I need. Furthermore I've saved money using your tips and lost 45 lbs! You have helped me turn my life around...thank you!
I like the storage, but for batteries I use the battery daddy. It's my favorite way to store them. Plus is comes with a battery tester & I can usually get them for under $20 with a coupon at bed bath and beyond. I've bought them for gifts too. Everyone seems to love them.
Cleared off counters, minimal trinkets, putting most appliances away, cleared off fridge doors/sides, cleared off floor. These all work. My kitchen/family room looks so much better and it makes me feel so much happier
Hey there i got rid of all visual clutter and let me tell you it was so peaceful for the eyes and and mind!! My appartment is so spacious and clutter free ...
I absolutely love your videos!! As a medical provider who has a very “science/evidence-based” mind (as well as having a “clutter-blind” spouse), I appreciate the info you provide regarding the affect that clutter can have on our brains/mental/emotional health, and why it is so important to reducing stress in our already-stress-packed lives! Thank you!!
Absolutely I agree about the disappointment followed by delight that the front of my new fridge was not magnetic! (So magnets, photos & notices collect on the sides)
Excellent video and agree with everything you mentioned. Last few months I went through a separation settlement- moved from a large expensive house to a small house. Yes it was challenging downsizing but now I’m happier in a small house. One challenge I want to work on is finding a home for blender, air fryer etc. One key phrase you’ve always said is “your future self will thank you” for what you do today. Thank you for another great video
We only found space for our appliances in cupboards when we *severely* decluttered our kitchen stuff. We had to admit that we weren’t going to use this platter or that utensil. That we didn’t need a full set of mixing bowls in plastic, glass, AND metal. That we never have that many people over so we don’t need that many drinking or wine glasses. It was tough. But! Now even the instant pot has a home in a corner cupboard. 😊
You have definitely helped me to stop leaving things on flat surfaces. If I'm about to leave something on a flat surface, I remember what you always say, then I put it in its home or create one. I sometimes "accidentally" clean an area because I take all the like items of whatever I moved to or created a home for. 😄 I like keeping some of my kitchen appliances out. They are mostly red, and so are the silicone utensils in the caddy, and I like that look when I come into or walk past the kitchen. For me, I think it's cute. But I do kind of want to move some of them off the counter anyway. 😅😅
Kitchen appliances. I agree. I use my air fryer and/or rice cooker DAILY but I always put them away. HOWEVER, I did have to change my rule for my stand mixer. I use it soooo much for so many things but it’s so big and heavy that I often would half booty something so I wouldn’t have to lug the thing out. But I did decide to put it out in a nice place it make it a functional decoration
Love these tips! We have the challenge of very little counter and cabinet space, so it feels impossible to keep the counters clear at all… will Keep puzzling around this!
That’s my problem too. There is absolutely no space to store small kitchen appliances, so the only counter space I have is taken with the blender, the air fryer and the toaster. I have to use my kitchen table as counter space and it is covered with all the stuff I use every day. Today is the day I clear it off!
I spoke with a professional organizer and she said the same thing that you did. Put the timer on, the one on your phone for a short time and limit yourself so you won’t get overwhelmed. ❤
I completely agree with what you are saying…my flat surface’s are not all clear and my stress and anxiety levels are very very high and for a person that struggles with depression and anxiety this makes it hard to deal with because now I feel overwhelmed anyone have any tricks or ideas on how to overcome that and get my surfaces cleaned up??
I agree! My flat surfaces are a constant angst for me! I have a very small galley kitchen and store rarely used items on a shelf in the basement. I try to decant some items but the cabinets are not always the right height. Love that lipstick color on you.
I totally agree and been saying the same thing for years. I'm a very logical thinking person. Majority of people are comprehend things visually; therefore, visual clutter is an actual thing. One may not even realize but their subconscious definitely does. Thank you for your videos & shorts!❤
Part of my daily "removing visual clutter" includes deciding which of yesterday's clothes should go to the hamper and which should go back to the closet. Among those going back to the closet, I steam the ones that need it. I do it every morning.
I listened to this video while I cleaned off my kitchen counter. It helped remind me why I'm doing this chore that I really dislike. 😁 I also love your tip from other videos about not putting off a chore until I feel like it, just being an adult and doing it anyway. I remind myself of that almost daily.
I absolutely cannot stand stuff stuck all over the fridge! Ugh! No! Also the appliances on the counter. Nope! My single serve Keurig is the only thing that I leave out. These are all great points Kallie. ❤❤❤❤ Can't wait for the video about hiding cords. I'm sure I will learn something. 😊😊
I have been using the 5 minute clean up and it is great. It even makes me more aware of clutter and put things away as I use them for less to do later.
You showed up on my feed today, first time I’ve watched you- as a Feng Shui consultant, 💯 % agree with all you say about visual clutter!! It causes energetic chaos and stagnation!! Just subscribed to your channel for more tips, thank you!
For those of us that work long hours away from home, there are no 5-15 minute slots to declutter. There are 7 messy people in my house. Recommendations? I have put baskets in the pantry & it's helped. Trying to get them to let go of junk is a trial!
This is great advice, Kallie. Especially, to keep those counters clear! It's a total game changer and I wish someone would have told me this when our kids were young. Great video!
So with you on this. A friend of mine is super organized but… she leaves open food packages around everywhere. Open boxes of cereal, open packs of crackers, open bags of chips. apples in a torn plastic bag on the counter. And clothes, towels and blankets hung over everything. Plus letters, mail, catalogs and flyers on the floor on tables, in shelves. Sure, it can be cleaned up in a few minutes and then things look really great. But why, why, why? Totally stresses me out. I dislike being at her place
Good morning Kallie. Everything's look great. A place for everything - and everything in it's place. As always, thanks so much for your tips on how to achieve a visually appealing and decluttered home. 😊
I definitely am tackling my visual clutter recently!! I love your tip on putting appliances and stuff away when you are done using it. Even if you will use it later that day. I used to keep my ipad and my laptop and other tools just floating around the bedroom or on the bed even when I wasn't working. I also need them to last as long as possible so I turn them off and return them to their home when I'm done. It's so nice being able to see the ENTIRETY of my desk. My desk is a huge magnet for visual clutter and it drives me (and my partner crazy lol) so implementing these habits is VERY PRACTICAL. Thank you for the video! I'm expecting my first baby and I will have to come up with an organized system for baby stuff and the things I'll need for recovery postpartum as well. I hope you have a great day! Love the video 💙
I started putting my appliances away, the ones I thought were too big and bulky to move and store elsewhere are simple because I made a home for them and the gratification of the space being open space now is so rewarding!
@@jlow27 Thank you so much 🥰💕 we are very excited to meet our babygirl! And thank you for the heads up on her postpartum videos I'll definitely be watching those.
@@nakias8362 exactly. I had two thirds of my counters covered and now I’m down to about a quarter. I’ll leave the Keurig out but my next move is getting the toaster away somewhere. Small things make the biggest differences!!
I just decanted my pantry as much as I could cause all the snacks and coffees etc wouldn’t fit in there and it made room and looks a great deal better, more functional too. Thank you!
I have only two small cupboards in the kitchen , not enough room to store appliances away ,so I have a microwave shelf that I store such things on ,right up against my gas heater up the wall ! I find that very satisfying. Also , I don't think there's any harm in storing some things on the counter , as long as it doesn't get in the way of your work space , Eg the space under a wall cabinet or a corner.
I completely agree with your opinion on clutter. I like the thought of wall art but I don't like having to dust it, so I am off the mind to get sticker art or even paint the art on the wall so no dusting. Thanks for your video 😃
Thank you so much ! I just watch your video as soon as I woke . Im determined to tackle my visual surface today and stop giving excuses for not de cluttering because I have small kids . But because it’s practical to de clutter your visual surface !
I REALLY loved this video. Very practical with a significant impact on serenity and efficiency. The only thing I would add about getting rid of packaging is to remember to keep cooking directions somewhere-maybe taped to the back of your storage container.
I noticed you had some nice wall space in the kitchen and I do know you frame your kids’ artwork as well but I love bulletin boards but I make sure to keep them orderly too. Things aren’t stacked on top of other things. I can see everything that’s upcoming for school and it just works well for me. I have one for artwork and one for life and things to do. Some thing like important phone numbers stay on the board all of the time. And once a new piece of artwork comes in, something comes off and gets stored away. And when that school party reminds is over, it goes in the trash. The key is not overstuffing them or they’ll look like hanging clutter then you’ll have to do a whole video on that lol. Just thought I’d share what works for me.
Thanks! Keep your kids picking up to. They will learn how hard it is to pick up and do better at putting it where it goes to start with .The kids each have their on box by the door at end of the day it has be empty
You've really got me working on decanting. We had a pantry built in and its a great space but I get so overwhelmed when I open the doors to its out of control looks, no labels and just messiness! I feel amazed with your labels, and containers, it give me a zen vibe 😊
As far as batteries go, the Battery Daddy is a cool product. It stores your batteries of all sizes and it also has a tester which is awesome! It's in the "as seen on TV" section at my Walmart. I give it a big 👍 and thank you for your video 👍
😂🎉😅😮 Floors are flat, so 😮they are Flat surfaces❣️🙄🫣 🎉 ❣️Thank you ❣️ I watch you because I am learning. I can't implement everything but one day soon. When I do get to live in a place where I have more space. I Love Many of your Smart Ideas ❣️ My broom is store in the slender area between the wall and the fridge, because I don't have space. I don't have an ironing board, because I don't have space. So as much as possible, I do only keep what I use, the rest, I am declutering. 😢 My kitchen is about ¼ of what you Beautiful kitchen is. I have about ⅜ of the things you have and I use it all. I don't have a basement, an attic, or a garage, nor a laundry room. Things in my home just have to live in our main area. We have carpeting through our apartment, our vacuum lives in our hallway. We also used the vacuum as a jacket hanger😂🎉.
I think the floors are the most important place to keep clear. It doesn´t matter how clear everting else is if the floors are cluttered, it still looks messy.
Agree except large kitchen items that are heavy and I use daily or more than daily. I am talking about juicer, food processor, blender is actually the smallest and I plan to buy more helpful large appliances. For me, only a kitchen with a “ garage “ or a pantry with counters that I can keep it all out on will work. Other than this, I already have the visual eye to keep things minimal eslewhere.
I do not mind having my everyday appliances on my counter just because neither I nor my husband will do additional work to bring it in and out every time🤷🏻♀️ Also, I will probably forget about them at some point. Another thing, I actually got some discomfort when my counter was empty (I tried to put everything away) I am very visual and hate closed storage😅
Thank you for sharing. So funny but I was thinking about this today and making a couple of changes but will now go further, thank you . I’ve been wanting to comment something for a while but didn’t as maybe it’s weird but I’m going to..I believe I found you when you first started years ago but I am struck by how beautiful you have matured..I’ll not say age as you’re still young and obviously you have always been very pretty but there is something about you ..your beautiful has a fresh , modern look but it’s also has an elegance . I think even when you have grandchildren you will still have that beauty…most likely because it comes from within you . Best wishes to you and yours, Tracey. 🇬🇧👍🏻💛🤍
I wish I had the space to put away my appliances but we live in a manufactured home and we do not have a pantry or lots of big spaces to store items like other people so my counters have to stay full with all the appliances, there is not other place to hide them, but your tips are great...
I have a magnet collection that I really love, but after watching this video, I think I will take them all off of the refrigerator and display only my favorites on a metallic board that is framed, so it becomes a piece of "art".
I barely have any cabinet space or counter space in my tiny kitchen. We have 3 households combined out of 5 adults (mom/dad, 3 young adults), living here. So frustrating trying to cook with all the flat services covered with clutter. Storing appliances seems like an impossibility, but we are going to try.
I Love these ideas. I have an issue at my house though… not enough cabinet storage and no pantry to store large items like the instant pot, and stand mixer… 😑
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I love these pointers. Spot on. The only tip that pains me (as a food safety and quality manager in industry) is the immediate removal of food products from hermetically sealed, air-tight packaging. The expiration clock starts ticking the moment you expose most of these products to air, and the quality of food products begins to decline from that point forward. We suggest not opening packages until first use. Then, you can change containers once the seal is broken.
This is a very good point. I only use canisters for half a dozen items that I use a lot. If you keep a backup of all the things you use most (flour, oatmeal, cornmeal, etc.), just keep the backup in your pantry still sealed and only open it when you need to refill your canister. That way you can have the best of both worlds.
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i hear ya, but you know in most houses with kids or teens, they don't stay unsealed long. lol. Growing up we kept a stick of butter out in the butter dish 24/7. I didn't even know you put butter in the fridge until I got married and my husband freaked out because it was out. My mom kept the ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, under the sink next to the cleaning products and we never got poisoned or died...but you should have seen the look on people's faces when they would ask where the ketchup was and we said under the sink...hahahah.
“Your counters are for working, not storing.” This is what I will say to myself as I try to clear more kitchen counter space. Thank you. 😊❤
Same here! 💛
The only problem I have with storing foodstuffs like oatmeal in clear containers rather than the original package is that there are important bits of info on the packages, like directions, exp dates, nutritional info. On my oatmeal, I cut out the directions, including amts, and tape this to the storage container.
You can cut out that information from the packaging. Then you can either tape it to the back of the container or tuck it inside with the food. I have found this helpful.
@@bethschloo7418 I do that for my oat bran.
Take a picture of instructions
Recipe box!
Cut out and keep instructions for reference later, write down your own alterations.
@@OdinOddly good idea! Thank you!
I was initially disappointed when I realized my fridge was not magnetic, but it definitely is a blessing in disguise.😊
The " what can I do today that myself tomorrow would appreciate" the dishes before bed is what I started and it is still sticking 2 years later! ❤
It took me awhile to accept that clean up and dishes are part of the meal. I was just lazy. I now have fewer dishes, pans, pots, silver and utensils which also helps me tremendously!
To quote Jennifer Aniston’s character in “The Break-up”: “I hate waking up to a dirty kitchen!” The reward of a clean kitchen will usually win over any fatigue. Not always, of course, but remembering THOSE mornings usually will motivate me.😊
My knick knack rule ...if I don't mind dusting around it, it can stay. This rule goes along way with holiday decor as well.
Sounds like a good idea for me too!
Another tip is the one touch method. Don’t bring your mail in and sit it on the counter. Just go through it right then and have a small folder for bills you need to pay when you get a second. This will reduce paper clutter so fast. Also don’t set your bag and shoes down, just put them on the hook or where you store the items right away. Don’t take 2 steps when you can cut time and effort and do it the first time. After you go through and do this work of labeling and creating a space for everything to have a place, habits will form and it will continue to get easier and easier to maintain your home.
I started doing that one-touch method about a year ago and it absolutely saved me from getting buried under the daily stuff that enters the house.
@@joannoliveira7945 it’s pretty life changing isn’t it??
Yeah, unless your husband refuses to do it!!!
@@petmomful2260 eh my husband and kids don’t do it but even with me just doing it it has helped tremendously!
@@TheNerdistheWord My husband insists on using the kitchen table as his desk. Right now he is sorting thru his uncle's estate, and he was bringing home all this dirty junk and putting it on our table. (His uncle was a hoarder.) I finally put my foot down and told him to set up a table in the garage to keep the stuff. He can bring it in to sort, but then has to take it back out. I think he leaves stuff there on purpose sometimes just to aggravate me.
I like what you said about appliances. My appliance of choice to leave out is the kitchen aid mixer I got from my Grandparents in Pistachio green :D Even though I don't use it daily, it's too heavy to comfortably store, and it just looks cool 😄
I have been married 49 years and in this house for 34 years. I keep a pretty organized home. My husband comes in, goes straight to the kitchen table, plunks down his stuff, hangs his coat over the chair, and leaves it all there, all the time. He uses it as his desk. Every piece of mail he has to think about for 6 months will have to sit there, with his other junk. I HATE this so much I just cannot tell you. I have given him many other places to put his stuff, and have asked him if he wants a desk somewhere. He says no. I am doing a whole house declutter right now, cause his uncle died suddenly and was a hoarder. His flat, 3 floors, is full, and filthy. My husband is bringing home boxes and boxes and boxes of paperwork, looking for a will or something to help them settle this estate and sell his properties. You guessed it, he was putting it on the kitchen table. He is also sorting thru coins that his uncle laid everywhere. I made him set up a spot in the garage to keep this stuff. He can bring it in and sort, and then take it out to the garage. He also has a table in the basement where he sorts the coins. I have put my foot down and won't let him leave anything on the table now. He continues to do it. I think it is a passive aggressive behavior that he does just to make me mad. He will put his stuff away when I ask, but leave one thing and claim he did not see it. At least put it on your dresser so no one sees it. If I was younger I would leave him cause he has many of these little behaviors that he does, seemingly just to drive me nuts. What good is it to have a clean and pretty kitchen, when your table and chairs are someone's dump spot? You are so right about flat surfaces. I don't want all this dirty and old stuff from his uncle in my house now, unless it is really a treasure. So far we have just found junk. I am at my wits end, and I am trying to cope by doing a really deep decluttering of MY stuff. I am getting rid of a lot of stuff I no longer need. I will not leave a mess for my kids.
start throwing away stuff he leaves out lol play his game “i didn’t see it” or “ it looked like trash” maybe that’s passive aggressive but i would.
Yes! Labeling is a life saver. I have four kids and a husband. 9 times out of 10. They don't know where things go even if it's been put in the same place since they were born. And my husband will never remember where things go because to him it's not important. If I have all the bins and things labeled then I can say what you want is in the bathroom cabinet in the red bin labeled "pain meds"
It saved me having to go physically go get the item or physically go point it out because I can't find it. And when they get something out and it's sitting there and I have to say hey go put this away. I can say go put it in the kitchen cabinet beside the refrigerator in the bin labeled straws. So helpful! Before I started labeling bins I always ended up having to put things away myself just to show one of the kids where it went and then they would conveniently forget the next time they needed to put it away. With labels I can give them the general area in which it needs to go and maybe describe the color of the bin and tell him the exact label that's on the bin.
Men suffer from the Tupperware Effect. If there is sliced cheese in the original packaging that is getting dry and gross, they will find it. Once it goes into a container, it vanishes.
What label maker to you recommend? Thx
Labeling is a good method - if there is a label on the storage container, your partner/kids don't have excuses that they don't know where the things belong.
@@eml818-l3b I use washi tape and a marker. Cheaper and faster, but you have to like your handwriting.
@@antiantipodaThanks for that tip - never heard of it before since I was using masking tape (ugly). I tried some labels but they were not removal and didn't want to buy more. So this is perfect for my use.
One day I decided to take all of the stuff off the surface of the outside of my fridge...magnets, photos, appointment reminders, grocery lists, etc. Once it was done, it was amazing to feel a weight that I didn't even know I carried suddenly get lifted off my shoulders. Clearing that surface helped to clear my head a little and it really made a difference to me.
I did this and completely agree. I thought it was necessary to have it all on the fridge, but when I cleared it every time I went in the kitchen I had a great sense of satisfaction and calm just from having a clear fridge door. Who'd would have thought it?!
I am going thru my entire house, one area per week, clearing out things I no longer use. I am hoping to get that good feeling, too. I am getting rid of things and eliminating some jobs that I dread doing.
@@petmomful2260 I am doing the same although some rooms are taking me longer than a week. Good luck to you!
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Thank you, good luck to you, too. My finished basement is my sewing studio, and that will take 2 or 3 weeks! lol
Omg, I’m literally crying right now. I’ve never heard the term “clutter blind” before and that’s what I’m experiencing!!!
You and Dawn the minimal mom have CHANGED MY LIFE AND IM SOOOOO GRATEFUL!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
I cannot thank you enough Kallie. I've adopted so many of your strategies in my home and it has changed my life in a really positive way. :)
So true
Same!!
Same here! So much of what she does applies to my own household too and its so helpful
Thank you….❤
She definitely inspired me to shop my closet before I bought a new dress for an event
Labeling everything is a great idea. We got to find out last June how nice it is to have even moderately well organized and labeled panty shelves when I went from upright to on the floor, and my poor husband saying "How far out is the ambulance?!!" over and over. They were sure it was a heart attack, I barely made it to the heart hospital an hour away, and it was something worse, and I was in the hospital for 4 days, with most of a month of recovery. My point is that I'm the main "everything in the kitchen" person here, and my husband took over and the system in place allowed him to function in a really stressful & sudden time of change for a while. What might feel like someone went nuts with a label maker might really help others out if there's an emergency. Once home, my job was to get on the computer and do the food order at Walmart for pick up, and he did the rest. We both learned a bunch. I try to find where to learn in each situation. I learned what to be grateful for. :) Anyway, being organized really helped us out.
I’m sorry that you went through that! It definitely sounds like having everything labeled was a huge help.
I’m sorry you had that happen but aside for your being better, something great has been accomplished and helpful to you and your husband. Prayers for your continued recovery ❤️
Glad you are ok now!
@@jlow27 Thanks so much. I so appreciate that!
@@jenpink4298 Absolutely.. Something that seems so minor helped Doug a great deal, when his patience and energy were both worn quite thin. :)
When this video started I was thinking, here we go again, she's going to tell us to hide our crumby toaster and wet coffee maker inside cabinets like Joshua Becker BUT you came through with some more practical advice! What really clicked for me is saying that most of the items on flat surfaces (including floors) don't belong so it's just a good idea to be mindful of what is there for a functional purpose and intentional decor versus all the other stuff that needs to be stored properly or decluttered. Don't you just want to tidy off some surfaces after watching this? I'm on it!
Thank you Kallie for another great video! It really clicked for me when you said, “I keep my counters for working not storing.”
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Can I pause you on the 'Clear up Cables' portion. How? I would be very interested to hear and see your solutions to this. Thank you very much.
I have a very organized home, and i have a 10 month baby. I already do a lot of the things you mention on your videos, so i can assure, this actually works. People that say it's not practical, maybe don't actually try, or they might be on a different place and need to find their own technique ❤
Yes, you are right but, we are all made different 🎉, so we do things differently. I believe that she has a basement, she can store things there. I don't have any place to store my vacuum so it stays in the hallway. I need the vacuum because I have carpet throughout the apartment. I would store it in the garage, but I don't have one. I would store it in the laundry room, but I don't have one. My broom is store in the slender area between the wall and the fridge, because I don't have space. I don't have an ironing board, because I don't have space. So as much as possible, I do only keep what I use, the rest, I am declutering. 😢
You are not alone friend! And you make a very good point. A lot of these videos (which are great by the way), are done by Americans with houses that are packed with storage. It’s very rare that I come across somebody actually making note of those that don’t have any of these features in our homes and it is a real struggle sometimes. So I’ve learned to watch these videos and adapt them to my lifestyle and to my small home - which is difficult. I’ve learned not to beat myself up and be grateful for my home.
@@crybebebunny very true words! Many of us can relate to what you say
@@bluskyes8238 good idea to adapt what is said in these videos to our own lifestyle
@@srividyabalasubramaniam1559 Thank you ❣️🫠💞
I do a 10 minute timer and I always go over. it's a great idea.
I love them! A tip that might be practical for your floor clutter right now is to buy yourself a trash grabber. One of those saved me when I was pregnant with my third baby and had a busy toddler and preschooler!
I am going to start trying this five minute timer thing. I am one of those people who get very anxious and stressed when surrounded with clutter. I also store my appliances in cabinets. I have found that the less I keep on my kitchen counters, the cleaner those counters are 🎉
Your videos about habits, discipline and organization have helped me so much! I have MS and Lupus and when things are routine and accessible it makes a huge difference. You've given me most of the tips to help me do what I need. Furthermore I've saved money using your tips and lost 45 lbs! You have helped me turn my life around...thank you!
How wonderful to have such a big kitchen with so much storage space.
YES!! EVERYTHING GETS A LABLE! Preach!
I like the storage, but for batteries I use the battery daddy. It's my favorite way to store them. Plus is comes with a battery tester & I can usually get them for under $20 with a coupon at bed bath and beyond. I've bought them for gifts too. Everyone seems to love them.
Cleared off counters, minimal trinkets, putting most appliances away, cleared off fridge doors/sides, cleared off floor. These all work. My kitchen/family room looks so much better and it makes me feel so much happier
Hey there i got rid of all visual clutter and let me tell you it was so peaceful for the eyes and and mind!! My appartment is so spacious and clutter free ...
The comments are equally usefull and interesting.Thanks a lot , guys.
I absolutely love your videos!! As a medical provider who has a very “science/evidence-based” mind (as well as having a “clutter-blind” spouse), I appreciate the info you provide regarding the affect that clutter can have on our brains/mental/emotional health, and why it is so important to reducing stress in our already-stress-packed lives! Thank you!!
I find that putting away my toaster really helps my kitchen look cleaner!!
I can't imagine anyone saying your tips aren't practical!
Absolutely I agree about the disappointment followed by delight that the front of my new fridge was not magnetic! (So magnets, photos & notices collect on the sides)
I agree with you 100 percent. I am riddled with anxiety when mail, newspapers and packaging pile up.
Excellent video and agree with everything you mentioned. Last few months I went through a separation settlement- moved from a large expensive house to a small house. Yes it was challenging downsizing but now I’m happier in a small house. One challenge I want to work on is finding a home for blender, air fryer etc. One key phrase you’ve always said is “your future self will thank you” for what you do today. Thank you for another great video
We only found space for our appliances in cupboards when we *severely* decluttered our kitchen stuff. We had to admit that we weren’t going to use this platter or that utensil. That we didn’t need a full set of mixing bowls in plastic, glass, AND metal. That we never have that many people over so we don’t need that many drinking or wine glasses. It was tough. But! Now even the instant pot has a home in a corner cupboard. 😊
Bottom cabinets are your friends. Especially if you don't use these items too often but often enough to keep them.
Your five-minute declutter tip is a good one. Something I can implement right away, taking up minimal time but giving instant results 👍
You have definitely helped me to stop leaving things on flat surfaces. If I'm about to leave something on a flat surface, I remember what you always say, then I put it in its home or create one. I sometimes "accidentally" clean an area because I take all the like items of whatever I moved to or created a home for. 😄
I like keeping some of my kitchen appliances out. They are mostly red, and so are the silicone utensils in the caddy, and I like that look when I come into or walk past the kitchen. For me, I think it's cute. But I do kind of want to move some of them off the counter anyway. 😅😅
Kitchen appliances. I agree. I use my air fryer and/or rice cooker DAILY but I always put them away.
HOWEVER, I did have to change my rule for my stand mixer. I use it soooo much for so many things but it’s so big and heavy that I often would half booty something so I wouldn’t have to lug the thing out. But I did decide to put it out in a nice place it make it a functional decoration
I never get tired of you talking about flat surfaces😝
Love these tips! We have the challenge of very little counter and cabinet space, so it feels impossible to keep the counters clear at all… will
Keep puzzling around this!
That’s my problem too. There is absolutely no space to store small kitchen appliances, so the only counter space I have is taken with the blender, the air fryer and the toaster. I have to use my kitchen table as counter space and it is covered with all the stuff I use every day. Today is the day I clear it off!
I spoke with a professional organizer and she said the same thing that you did. Put the timer on, the one on your phone for a short time and limit yourself so you won’t get overwhelmed. ❤
I completely agree with what you are saying…my flat surface’s are not all clear and my stress and anxiety levels are very very high and for a person that struggles with depression and anxiety this makes it hard to deal with because now I feel overwhelmed anyone have any tricks or ideas on how to overcome that and get my surfaces cleaned up??
I agree! My flat surfaces are a constant angst for me! I have a very small galley kitchen and store rarely used items on a shelf in the basement. I try to decant some items but the cabinets are not always the right height. Love that lipstick color on you.
I totally agree and been saying the same thing for years. I'm a very logical thinking person.
Majority of people are comprehend things visually; therefore, visual clutter is an actual thing. One may not even realize but their subconscious definitely does.
Thank you for your videos & shorts!❤
Gosh darnit Kallie, this is why all of us people like you😉🥰 Tyfs❤🙏🏾
Kallie,
I enjoy watching your videos because you are a real one.
Part of my daily "removing visual clutter" includes deciding which of yesterday's clothes should go to the hamper and which should go back to the closet. Among those going back to the closet, I steam the ones that need it. I do it every morning.
I listened to this video while I cleaned off my kitchen counter. It helped remind me why I'm doing this chore that I really dislike. 😁 I also love your tip from other videos about not putting off a chore until I feel like it, just being an adult and doing it anyway. I remind myself of that almost daily.
I absolutely cannot stand stuff stuck all over the fridge! Ugh! No! Also the appliances on the counter. Nope! My single serve Keurig is the only thing that I leave out. These are all great points Kallie. ❤❤❤❤ Can't wait for the video about hiding cords. I'm sure I will learn something. 😊😊
LOL, your floors are a flat surface! I about died! That is so true, I never thought of that!!!
Absolutely agree that it’s worth it to put commonly used products away!!!
I have been using the 5 minute clean up and it is great. It even makes me more aware of clutter and put things away as I use them for less to do later.
I agree with everything you say. Also visual clutter gets put on your to do list that rests in your mind.
I have back issues so my small children are the ones who help clear the floors while I clear other areas.
You showed up on my feed today, first time I’ve watched you- as a Feng Shui consultant, 💯 % agree with all you say about visual clutter!! It causes energetic chaos and stagnation!! Just subscribed to your channel for more tips, thank you!
For those of us that work long hours away from home, there are no 5-15 minute slots to declutter. There are 7 messy people in my house. Recommendations? I have put baskets in the pantry & it's helped. Trying to get them to let go of junk is a trial!
This is great advice, Kallie. Especially, to keep those counters clear! It's a total game changer and I wish someone would have told me this when our kids were young. Great video!
So with you on this. A friend of mine is super organized but… she leaves open food packages around everywhere. Open boxes of cereal, open packs of crackers, open bags of chips. apples in a torn plastic bag on the counter. And clothes, towels and blankets hung over everything. Plus letters, mail, catalogs and flyers on the floor on tables, in shelves. Sure, it can be cleaned up in a few minutes and then things look really great. But why, why, why? Totally stresses me out. I dislike being at her place
Good morning Kallie. Everything's look great. A place for everything - and everything in it's place. As always, thanks so much for your tips on how to achieve a visually appealing and decluttered home. 😊
My dearest I'm Tremendously grateful to you for uploading such an informative, excellent, amazing, Wonderful video
Probably the most realistic and relatable video, thank you!
I definitely am tackling my visual clutter recently!! I love your tip on putting appliances and stuff away when you are done using it. Even if you will use it later that day. I used to keep my ipad and my laptop and other tools just floating around the bedroom or on the bed even when I wasn't working. I also need them to last as long as possible so I turn them off and return them to their home when I'm done. It's so nice being able to see the ENTIRETY of my desk. My desk is a huge magnet for visual clutter and it drives me (and my partner crazy lol) so implementing these habits is VERY PRACTICAL. Thank you for the video! I'm expecting my first baby and I will have to come up with an organized system for baby stuff and the things I'll need for recovery postpartum as well. I hope you have a great day! Love the video 💙
I started putting my appliances away, the ones I thought were too big and bulky to move and store elsewhere are simple because I made a home for them and the gratification of the space being open space now is so rewarding!
And I know she’s got videos on how to prep for baby and postpartum. Congratulations on your new addition and good luck with everything ❤️
@@jlow27 Thank you so much 🥰💕 we are very excited to meet our babygirl! And thank you for the heads up on her postpartum videos I'll definitely be watching those.
@@jlow27 yessss!! It's so worth it. And then the space is actually useful when you need it to be ✨
@@nakias8362 exactly. I had two thirds of my counters covered and now I’m down to about a quarter. I’ll leave the Keurig out but my next move is getting the toaster away somewhere. Small things make the biggest differences!!
Great tips! And side note: you're so pretty!
This was so helpful. I have a toddler and am pregnant with my next baby, clutter has become one of my biggest battles!!
Good for stay at home moms. Working Moms and Dads need a vacation to really organize
I just decanted my pantry as much as I could cause all the snacks and coffees etc wouldn’t fit in there and it made room and looks a great deal better, more functional too. Thank you!
U always give great tips - u also practice kindness ❤ thank u
I have only two small cupboards in the kitchen , not enough room to store appliances away ,so I have a microwave shelf that I store such things on ,right up against my gas heater up the wall ! I find that very satisfying. Also , I don't think there's any harm in storing some things on the counter , as long as it doesn't get in the way of your work space , Eg the space under a wall cabinet or a corner.
I completely agree with your opinion on clutter. I like the thought of wall art but I don't like having to dust it, so I am off the mind to get sticker art or even paint the art on the wall so no dusting. Thanks for your video 😃
Thank you so much !
I just watch your video as soon as I woke .
Im determined to tackle my visual surface today and stop giving excuses for not de cluttering because I have small kids . But because it’s practical to de clutter your visual surface !
I REALLY loved this video. Very practical with a significant impact on serenity and efficiency. The only thing I would add about getting rid of packaging is to remember to keep cooking directions somewhere-maybe taped to the back of your storage container.
The floor!!!!! Thanks for this reminder!
I noticed you had some nice wall space in the kitchen and I do know you frame your kids’ artwork as well but I love bulletin boards but I make sure to keep them orderly too. Things aren’t stacked on top of other things. I can see everything that’s upcoming for school and it just works well for me. I have one for artwork and one for life and things to do. Some thing like important phone numbers stay on the board all of the time. And once a new piece of artwork comes in, something comes off and gets stored away. And when that school party reminds is over, it goes in the trash. The key is not overstuffing them or they’ll look like hanging clutter then you’ll have to do a whole video on that lol. Just thought I’d share what works for me.
Thanks! Keep your kids picking up to. They will learn how hard it is to pick up and do better at putting it where it goes to start with .The kids each have their on box by the door at end of the day it has be empty
Thank you so much for sharing these ideas! I completely agree with you in the beginning about the stress, etc that clutter can give. :)
You've really got me working on decanting. We had a pantry built in and its a great space but I get so overwhelmed when I open the doors to its out of control looks, no labels and just messiness! I feel amazed with your labels, and containers, it give me a zen vibe 😊
How do you know best used by dates?
@@mrsclark5533 A dry erase pen writes well on the lid. Same question that I asked!!!
Cut out info and take to inside lid or back of jar.
I use the pomodoro technique 20 minutes then a break. Great idea
As far as batteries go, the Battery Daddy is a cool product. It stores your batteries of all sizes and it also has a tester which is awesome! It's in the "as seen on TV" section at my Walmart. I give it a big 👍 and thank you for your video 👍
Ugghhh..yessss!!! Those flat surfaces seriously are accumulation areas...thank you for this video
Glad to see I'm not the only one who puts the toaster away in a cupboard!
Thank you, Kallie. I appreciate all you do for your viewers!
My floors are a problem. I’m working on decluttering. Great video as always! ❤
😂🎉😅😮 Floors are flat, so 😮they are Flat surfaces❣️🙄🫣 🎉
❣️Thank you ❣️ I watch you because I am learning. I can't implement everything but one day soon. When I do get to live in a place where I have more space. I Love Many of your Smart Ideas ❣️
My broom is store in the slender area between the wall and the fridge, because I don't have space. I don't have an ironing board, because I don't have space. So as much as possible, I do only keep what I use, the rest, I am declutering. 😢 My kitchen is about ¼ of what you Beautiful kitchen is. I have about ⅜ of the things you have and I use it all. I don't have a basement, an attic, or a garage, nor a laundry room. Things in my home just have to live in our main area. We have carpeting through our apartment, our vacuum lives in our hallway. We also used the vacuum as a jacket hanger😂🎉.
I think the floors are the most important place to keep clear. It doesn´t matter how clear everting else is if the floors are cluttered, it still looks messy.
Hi I’ve been inspired by your organization tips for the kitchen, actually cleared 80% of my kitchen counters Thx
Looking forward to your cord organizing video!
Thanks Kallie. Love your videos. Working on flat surfaces. Love the idea of doing something before bed. My tommorow me loves it.❤😂
You are FANTASTIC. I loved your description of boxes & what they were originally for. I never looked at it that way.
Agree except large kitchen items that are heavy and I use daily or more than daily. I am talking about juicer, food processor, blender is actually the smallest and I plan to buy more helpful large appliances. For me, only a kitchen with a “ garage “ or a pantry with counters that I can keep it all out on will work. Other than this, I already have the visual eye to keep things minimal eslewhere.
I do not mind having my everyday appliances on my counter just because neither I nor my husband will do additional work to bring it in and out every time🤷🏻♀️ Also, I will probably forget about them at some point. Another thing, I actually got some discomfort when my counter was empty (I tried to put everything away) I am very visual and hate closed storage😅
I like the organized, clean kitchen ❤️😍
I get a lot of value out of what you say! Thank you
Thank you for sharing. So funny but I was thinking about this today and making a couple of changes but will now go further, thank you .
I’ve been wanting to comment something for a while but didn’t as maybe it’s weird but I’m going to..I believe I found you when you first started years ago but I am struck by how beautiful you have matured..I’ll not say age as you’re still young and obviously you have always been very pretty but there is something about you ..your beautiful has a fresh , modern look but it’s also has an elegance . I think even when you have grandchildren you will still have that beauty…most likely because it comes from within you . Best wishes to you and yours, Tracey. 🇬🇧👍🏻💛🤍
Love your videos in general but the Bill Hader clip, omg, thank you for that! Perfect sentiment, hilarious, and the rule of 3s all in one
Can I just say that I really appreciate the Documentary Now reference!!! 😂 i love that one.
Yes! Yes! Yes! ❤ every one of these tips!
I wish I had the space to put away my appliances but we live in a manufactured home and we do not have a pantry or lots of big spaces to store items like other people so my counters have to stay full with all the appliances, there is not other place to hide them, but your tips are great...
Store them in the oven ??
I have a magnet collection that I really love, but after watching this video, I think I will take them all off of the refrigerator and display only my favorites on a metallic board that is framed, so it becomes a piece of "art".
Light Bulb - floors Are a flat surface.....oh, yeah, i never thought about that!!!🤯 But I will Now👍👍👍
I barely have any cabinet space or counter space in my tiny kitchen. We have 3 households combined out of 5 adults (mom/dad, 3 young adults), living here. So frustrating trying to cook with all the flat services covered with clutter. Storing appliances seems like an impossibility, but we are going to try.
I Love these ideas. I have an issue at my house though… not enough cabinet storage and no pantry to store large items like the instant pot, and stand mixer… 😑