Lazy Minimalism Hacks: Declutter With Less Effort

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  • Опубликовано: 13 янв 2025

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  • @mariahsmom9457
    @mariahsmom9457 Год назад +93

    Selling things can be a real pain. If you hold yourself to it, it can be a deterrent to buying. You think "Ill have to sell this someday" and all of a sudden, you dont want to buy it anymore. ☺

    • @sherriscreativemind
      @sherriscreativemind 9 месяцев назад

      I've been down this road! Thinking my items are worth something to someone.. but actually the time and stress involved is too much to handle for me anymore. I love donating now.

  • @gaywells7340
    @gaywells7340 11 месяцев назад +76

    We had a garage sale - lots of furniture, lamps, purses, gems, etc - 10 years ago before moving into a much smaller house. I learned that I didn’t like seeing people take away my things. I much preferred dropping them off at donation centers, where I never saw who took my things. And I hated the way I felt when someone offered half of the value I’d put on an item. Just give the stuff away and bless somebody!

    • @shellyjay8954
      @shellyjay8954 11 месяцев назад +3

      I felt the same at my last rummage sale.

    • @mjsajida
      @mjsajida 11 месяцев назад +5

      Thanks! I thought I'm the only one who felt this way. Glad to know there's people who don't like to know where and how their belongings go.

  • @wendybesse90
    @wendybesse90 Год назад +70

    This works well for people suffering w chronic pain & depression who arent Lazy but rather have limited ability.
    I love these suggestions! ❤

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +4

      Thank you so much!

    • @lesliesilverzweig4110
      @lesliesilverzweig4110 11 месяцев назад +2

      Sometimes we can't drive ,have chronic anxiety with going to ups and sending things out..all good intentions but it's a relief to just let items go to trash or Anywhere one can get to to donate. Grazie for the permission ❤

  • @beep-beepwatermelon4203
    @beep-beepwatermelon4203 11 месяцев назад +4

    The day I decided to stop trying to sell things to make some money off the “waste” of getting rid of things, was the day I really started making progress. There has been so much value to getting rid of

  • @jennyjenkins877
    @jennyjenkins877 Год назад +27

    Paperwork is usually dreadful to go through because it's so tedious and causes a lot of decision fatigue to look at each and every piece of paper. I used your tip to make decluttering more comfortable by bringing it to my couch and watching TV with my partner at the same time. It would have been hell (and maybe not completed) if I had been in a room by myself with no comfort or entertainment. There were times when I painfully sat on a hard floor going through bins when I could've brought them to a bed or couch to be comfortable during the process.

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +2

      I'm so glad to hear that the "make it comfortable" tip worked! Congratulations!

  • @jennierollins8789
    @jennierollins8789 Год назад +64

    Everything you tell us is so realistic. I love that. It actually makes me stop in my tracks, think about it, and then say she is so right. The part about trying to sell items is far too frustrating. Thank you for the enlightenment. 🌍☮️🌲

  • @suzanchristiaanse8972
    @suzanchristiaanse8972 Год назад +21

    What helps in deciding to sell or donate: how much time would you spend to sell something and what is your hourly rate in your job.
    I love that you mention not to donate TRASH! I worked with a donation center and they waste so much time throwing away dirty or broken things

  • @rl3938
    @rl3938 Год назад +45

    Hi Sarah, Happy New Year! I have been trying to become more minimal for years with slow but sure progress. In 2024 I FINALLY achieved a milestone. I have tried to complete the month long minimalism game for years but always fell short and stopped before completing. My husband does not like to get rid of anything so I was limited to things that were mine and I would talk myself out of finishing thinking if he did not declutter, it would not make a difference. Well, I completed 31 days today, decluttering just my possessions and I feel great. The house feels cleaner and more spacious as do the closets, cupboards and drawers. I just had to share this victory with someone and encourage anyone who is in a similar circumstance to go for it!

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +2

      Congratulations!! That is wonderful!

    • @HeronCoyote1234
      @HeronCoyote1234 Год назад

      When living with roommates (or spouse/kids) who do not embrace minimalism (they’re slobs and the stress is getting to you), the only thing I’ve found that works is putting blinders on, and only paying attention to my stuff. My bathroom, my office, my closet, my car…

    • @vikieierdam5516
      @vikieierdam5516 Год назад +1

      That is HUGE!!! Congratulations!!!

  • @schnder1
    @schnder1 Год назад +21

    Great video, great advice. It is so much easier to take a drawer at a time rather than the whole kitchen. Keeping a designated donate spot. I have also found that all the time trying to recoup dollars by selling items is not worth it. I donate to thrift shop where funds go help the local animal shelter. I want to give them so much more since it is helping pets in need. Thank you for your years of great advice!

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +1

      Thank you! It is great that our donations can help fund good causes!

  • @elaineforan4751
    @elaineforan4751 Год назад +13

    A system that works for me with textiles is that I have some small collapsible laundry baskets that I use as a recycle, donate or reuse pile (I am a sewer). Anything shoddy goes straight to recycling, useable goes to donate and certain fabrics I need for particular projects goes into the third basket. The baskets are intentionally small so that they must be emptied regularly. It works for me. I have less clutter in my wardrobe.

    • @margaretsmith2792
      @margaretsmith2792 11 месяцев назад +1

      Using the SMALL containers is such a good idea! Why didn't I think of that sooner?

  • @insulanerin7601
    @insulanerin7601 11 месяцев назад +1

    Totally agree with the "donate not sell" approach. Only worth it for expensive items, not for small stuff. In my neighbourhood we put stuff in boxes next to the pavement and everyone takes what they like. Not exactly legal, but it works.

  • @MrJojomylove
    @MrJojomylove 11 месяцев назад +1

    Very good tips and your video pace is nice, not to fast not to slow. A great tip people forget id not donating trash

  • @lisauhalley2104
    @lisauhalley2104 Год назад +12

    This is my 1st video & it won't be the last, great advice. I usually skim through some videos. I watched with entusasim, she is a excellent communicator & very calming. I am desperately trying to let go of items. I've been shown a easier way to tackle my cluttered room. Thank you. Very stress free

  • @olderandwiser78
    @olderandwiser78 Год назад +6

    I separate clothing, towels, and other fabric items that have stains, rips, or would just not sell and I bag them as recycle. St. Vincent DePaul takes this to be recycled. Hefty has a new program in several states to recycle normally non recycle items such as plastic straws, drink cups, Styrofoam, fruit and vegetable bags, cereal box liners, pet food bags, plus almost all plastic film. Now my recycle bin goes out every week and my trash only goes out to the landfill every 3-4 weeks.

  • @FrancesThompson-d9k
    @FrancesThompson-d9k 11 месяцев назад +2

    Such an enlightening comment about trying to sell stuff!! It's not so good as other people make it out to be. Just hard work and frustrating for very little reward

  • @That.Lady.withtheYarn
    @That.Lady.withtheYarn 11 месяцев назад +2

    I did go through some drawers before Christmas. I found a nice tart baking dish I never used don’t remember how long I had it… Christmas gift along with some rose tea

  • @jeanmarie2928
    @jeanmarie2928 Год назад +9

    The hacks you share are helpful. I have used most all of them. Doing 2023 year end paper review/declutter so I grabbed a stack from the bin and brought them to the dining room table and a comfortable chair, pleasant area and the sun is shining. I chose to watch your video as a reward for reviewing them. Then, in real time, you recommend taking things to a comfortable spot and limiting the time spent :) 💕

  • @donnaharris8722
    @donnaharris8722 11 месяцев назад +2

    All good advice. I will have a house full of guests in 3 months. My goal is to use up everything in the house that I can, including food, until that time. I’m on a no buy phase.

  • @littleanina1
    @littleanina1 Год назад +7

    Thanks for talking about not donating garbage! Its so important to mention. Sometimes its really better to just throw things away (and buy more intentional next time!). And if you are donating to an organization, always ask what they need first, dont just dump your stuff for them to deal with. Great video👏🏻👏🏻 I never declutter without entertainment 😂

  • @HelenGill2222
    @HelenGill2222 11 месяцев назад +1

    You are so right about selling things, it can be a pain. I have just put a time limit on my things to sell and will donate in a couple of months.

  • @sundewdesigns
    @sundewdesigns 11 месяцев назад +1

    Really liked your tips! Very grounded and more unique ideas. :)

  • @midnitemoon577
    @midnitemoon577 11 месяцев назад +3

    A friend is moving soon and said she was donating her much used tupperware to the Thrift Store. I was surprised. Who wants to buy very used tupperware?

  • @kaizen_5091
    @kaizen_5091 11 месяцев назад +2

    So much good advice contained in this video. Worth taking 10mins out of your day!

  • @sheilaclark3463
    @sheilaclark3463 Год назад +4

    Thank you 🙏. You just gave me a reality check about all the unworn clothes I’ve been planning to sell for months 😂

  • @susanrobinson408
    @susanrobinson408 Год назад +5

    So happy to see you doing videos! I don't know why but I haven't seen any from you lately. My crazy feed!! You have always been a favorite!!

  • @AtoZ-lq1ur
    @AtoZ-lq1ur Год назад +2

    Agree. Selling my things is not an option for me since it took a lot of effort. What i do is i gave it away to those i think most need it. And one thing is it gives joy to me whenever i saw them smile while giving my things and that's serve as payment for me.

  • @princesspeacock
    @princesspeacock 11 месяцев назад

    Such sensible advice pointed out.
    I started decluttering my room since early Jan, bit by bit as didn't want to overwhelm myself.
    This has become somewhat of a mantra for me now - removing FOMO, embracing JOMO :)

  • @danicegewiss862
    @danicegewiss862 Год назад +3

    When we started decluttering, we played trash or treasure. We started with one box. It was exciting to clean out that box. The next day we did two boxes. We got into it and ended up decluttering that room in less than two weeks. The buyer wants a great bargain. The seller just wants to get rid of it. Donating is so much less effort.

  • @SuzannesSimpleLiving
    @SuzannesSimpleLiving 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Sarah, I resell all the time & do well with sales but you do need to enjoy it as it is hard work sometimes, so if you haven't got much to sell then your right it's not worth it. 😊

  • @coriel2597
    @coriel2597 11 месяцев назад +1

    Today I worked a small very cluttered area. 10 minutes was what it took! Even vacuuming it. Hubby hated it as he watched. He hates changing any habit. ❤❤❤❤ yay!

  • @Jlm7908
    @Jlm7908 Год назад +4

    I love how direct your videos are! Really straightforward and genuinely helpful. Thanks for sharing! ☺️

  • @jaime5262
    @jaime5262 Год назад +2

    So happy that you are back. I love your personality and your ideas!! I also love the font and graphics you use. Simple and pleasing.

  • @andrewbagwell7324
    @andrewbagwell7324 11 месяцев назад +1

    I see this do just a tiny bit at a time thing constantly but I don't get how anyone can stand that. When I realized I wanted to be minimal, I tore through my house & got it done. I could not imagine having that project hanging over my head for literal years. I'd just go crazy. I needed to just get it done and be done. I guess do whatever works for you but the thought that I couldn't just do it and be finished would've deterred me from ever even starting. I'm a get it done and over with right now kind of girl. Lol

    • @andrewbagwell7324
      @andrewbagwell7324 11 месяцев назад +1

      Oh I want to add though I do love your videos and still get lots of great advice from them. I've watched tons of them over the last few years. I also totally see the value in what you're saying. That specific method just isn't for me. But a lot of your other ideas are. Also, I think that once the big declutter is over, this method definitely helps me with maintaining. 😊

  • @nancymillet8210
    @nancymillet8210 Год назад +3

    Happy new year Sarah! It’s always nice to hear from you. Thanks for the good tips.

  • @michelleneuman579
    @michelleneuman579 Год назад +1

    The expectations are huge!

  • @DazzleDust32
    @DazzleDust32 Год назад +2

    Happy new year, Sarah! I'm slowly trying to get back into some decluttering after a total stinker of a year. I have now got my teaching resources down to a Doc Martens box, plus a box of my favourite children's storybooks. I was also holding onto a folder detailing a reading programme I implemented in 2006!! I finally shredded it all and got rid of the folder in late 2023. It felt great and I have no regrets about getting rid. I hope the start of 2024 has been kind to you and Jake. 😊

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +1

      Happy New Year to you too, Gemma! Congrats on simplifying your teaching resources and those story books! What a huge accomplishment!

  • @Jennifer-nz2ss
    @Jennifer-nz2ss Год назад +4

    Selling an item is so much trouble now days. Something to think about when bringing that item toba location-dangerous. Mailing an item-more money. Just let it go. Call an organization to pick it up. Its ok. Trying to make money at a garage sale is crazy. The people who are there want it for free. It takes days to organize it and watch it then your still left with your stuff. Throw it out or donate it.

  • @jamiewinters4370
    @jamiewinters4370 11 месяцев назад

    Great tips! Loved that you touched upon digital and mentally cluttering, too!

  • @teresarose7524
    @teresarose7524 Год назад +1

    loved this.

  • @IrisYogini
    @IrisYogini Год назад +7

    You popped up at exactly the right time once again, Sarah!
    I’m doing a total restart in so many ways - at the moment just 15 minutes of extra organizing/sorting/decluttering every day. Have been off the track for more than a year 🙈
    Thank you so much for continuously motivating me 🙏🏽❤️

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +3

      You've got this, Iris! Taking time off is helpful because then we can come back where we left off in an improved way or with a fresh perspective!

    • @wendybesse90
      @wendybesse90 Год назад

      Agreed!

  • @smeag9280
    @smeag9280 Год назад +2

    Thank you, Sarah! 💛

  • @wilhelmina8843
    @wilhelmina8843 Год назад

    Your advice is always practical. Thanks for continuing to make videos.

  • @evelyndorman5301
    @evelyndorman5301 Год назад

    Yes I love your ideas as well. I do have some different avenues for selling stuff and I have made money although it takes some effort and time on Facebook marketplace as well as when my town has its town wide garage sale days where everyone who wants to have a garage sale has it at the same time which draws more people in etc etc. Then I'm lucky that if nothing else I can take it to our church circulation day where we put out everything for free and then you just let it go to ever need something and that's very satisfying.

  • @catstate
    @catstate Год назад +8

    “donate, dont sell” was so needed

  • @ldg0324
    @ldg0324 Год назад +2

    I agree that donating is easy and faster at ridding yourself of the clutter. I have a friend who does have high end items and she is successful at selling them more times than not, however she has invested a lot of time over the years perfecting how she does it and the items can sit in her house/garage for months before she lists them. But, it works for her - but not for me. I want it gone immediately to feel the reward of the decluttering. And, I can write off values on my taxes, which takes less time to value.

  • @emotionalstability
    @emotionalstability Год назад

    Choose less. Love that! Thank you for sharing your tips!

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton Год назад +2

    Sarah Happy New Year to Jake and you. Thank you for the great hacks. It makes decluttering a lot easier. Hugs ❤

  • @PumpkinMozie
    @PumpkinMozie 9 месяцев назад

    “Don’t donate garbage” YES!!! So many people use donation centers as free garbage dumping grounds. It’s terrible.

  • @luisasterioquerubin6829
    @luisasterioquerubin6829 10 месяцев назад

    It's been a long while, nice to be back watching. 0:42

  • @kennethbailey9853
    @kennethbailey9853 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you.

  • @kathyknarr4314
    @kathyknarr4314 Год назад

    Thx so much 4 the tips. Can't wait to try them

  • @smartacademy5434
    @smartacademy5434 11 месяцев назад

    thank you so much.these tips are really helpful!

  • @mvmxjkvbm9778
    @mvmxjkvbm9778 11 месяцев назад

    Great advice - thank you! 🤓

  • @lyndarossi933
    @lyndarossi933 Год назад

    Sarah great video but I wanted to add......if you sell locally on neighborhood sites for eg. you can recoup a lot of the amount you initially spent on the items with no shipping required.. We have moved 9 times and we actually were very pleased at the results! And we do donate as well.

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад +1

      That's awesome, Lynda! We tried that when moving this summer and sadly sold nothing during six weeks, even for low prices, so we just gave things away for free instead. I'm glad it worked for you guys though!

    • @lyndarossi933
      @lyndarossi933 Год назад

      Thank you...I think geography and the economy plays a role in how successful that is but it's worth a try.@@AbundantlyMinimal

  • @Evayoubinchung
    @Evayoubinchung Год назад +1

    Love your video!! I've got lots of clothes and I kept them to sell it but at the end, I never made time to do it... You're right. It takes so much work to sell something unless it's a luxury item... Thank you! I really needed to hear this! Happy new year! I've just subscribed your channel so I'm really looking forward to hearing more tips on decluttering and being more minimalist!❤

  • @karolinasundkvist5762
    @karolinasundkvist5762 Год назад +1

    Such refreshing and smart suggestions! I took about 10 minutes today and found four items that I haven't used in ages or never even opened. They make great donations and it feels great! I mean, I won't miss them at all! Someone else will hopefully use them. We need to do this much more. Thanks for a great channel!

  • @sandrafromscotland
    @sandrafromscotland Год назад +2

    Happy New Year Sarah. Thanks for another good one 👍 Make it easier 🙌 Use up what you already have, you bought it to use after all 😂 Choose less 😊

  • @s.siddiqui9545
    @s.siddiqui9545 Год назад

    I used a couple of this tips whilst watching this clip!

  • @francinehogsett3065
    @francinehogsett3065 Год назад

    Happy New Year…great advice …that’s what I do now 10 / 15 minutes several times a day or week 😊❤️

  • @TerryCollinsP31Lifestyle
    @TerryCollinsP31Lifestyle 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this video

  • @Missjuly1830
    @Missjuly1830 11 месяцев назад

    such a good video omg

  • @nancysharon931
    @nancysharon931 Год назад

    Great tips! Thank you for this video.

  • @stephanied6711
    @stephanied6711 Год назад +1

    Great video thanks

  • @lauralankford1148
    @lauralankford1148 Год назад

    Thanks, very good common sense advice.

  • @ContraoSistema1
    @ContraoSistema1 Год назад +2

    Sempre achei melhor doar do que vender. Vender muitas vezes toma muito tempo e nem sempre encontramos alguém que queira o produto, ficando parado por muito tempo. Prefiro doar, assim me livro logo do objeto indesejado.

  • @RoseLemonade.
    @RoseLemonade. Год назад +2

    Well, all that time wasted on reselling things is making me now think ten times before i buy something. I think everyone should go through it for a good lesson.

  • @heidilopez-felix8105
    @heidilopez-felix8105 Год назад

    Wonderful hacks as always 😊

  • @juliejules7780
    @juliejules7780 11 месяцев назад +1

    Ugh i made a couple thousand selling but i still have like 400 items of clothing on sale. I'm so sick of it and just want to take it all to Plato's closet

  • @michelleneuman579
    @michelleneuman579 Год назад +3

    Also so many scammers acting like they are buying.

  • @melissasturgis
    @melissasturgis Год назад

    Everyone is different from the other and it may work for you.

  • @rhinoloupe
    @rhinoloupe 11 месяцев назад

    10:30 "Don't should yourself" 😀

  • @CammyHell
    @CammyHell Год назад +1

    Traditions are nice for older people. When you get people just flick them off like a piece of dust it kinda hurts older parents and grandparents feelings.

  • @Shiryone
    @Shiryone Год назад

    Along the lines of not donating junk, many years ago I lived in a great neighborhood in which to have garage sales. I invited a friend to bring some stuff over to sell. I was mortified to see some of the junk that she brought. I had to have a "reality" chat with her and told her she just needed to throw some things away. How is your new house coming along?

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  Год назад

      It's going well! They are on pause for the winter but the foundation is all completed. The frame will start in February or March depending on the weather!

  • @nGAhGENVH0Ul
    @nGAhGENVH0Ul Год назад +1

    I tried the 10 minute thing it doesn't work, it's just not enough time and after a while you just give up.

    • @L_MD_
      @L_MD_ Год назад +2

      I do a fast 15 minute tidy twice a day - one just before bed. Set my timer and put all little odds and ends back in their homes. It doesn’t need to be declutterring but it will show you where new items have accumulated and don’t have a home or clutter rubbish has accumulated in areas. It’s been a good habit to get into (for me anyway).

  • @blue_willow48
    @blue_willow48 Год назад

    Do you have a kindle book?

  • @Bill0102
    @Bill0102 Год назад

    I'm in utter disbelief. I found something similar, and it was truly remarkable. "The Joy of Less: A Minimalist Living Guide" by Matthew Cove

  • @dinapawlow1622
    @dinapawlow1622 Год назад

    ❤ for thé algorithme

  • @belbe417
    @belbe417 11 месяцев назад +1

    if you have no money and got time, then it is worth selling.

  • @jennierollins8789
    @jennierollins8789 8 месяцев назад

    ☮️🌎🌲

  • @amberrawlings3636
    @amberrawlings3636 11 месяцев назад

    Sometimes people actually need the extra cash for whatever reason and you can sell in local groups. I think you are being narrow minded and shouldn’t push so strongly to donate because you have no idea someone’s reason to purge
    or declutter.

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  11 месяцев назад +2

      Very good points! I have several videos about selling items and how to do it, but as this video is about lazy minimalism hacks, donating is a "lazier" option than selling.

  • @mtalleylew4997
    @mtalleylew4997 11 месяцев назад

    Donating garbage 🗑 is not kind!

  • @Mojo702
    @Mojo702 11 месяцев назад

    your kitchen looks cluttered

    • @AbundantlyMinimal
      @AbundantlyMinimal  11 месяцев назад +1

      It is definitely looks more cluttered than we'd like, as we are in a temporary living situation while our home is built. The new kitchen will be three times the size, so we can't wait for it to look nice and open!