Oh my… the steps! Love hearing I’m not alone on placing things there! I do always make myself carrying something up - NEVER permitted to just walk past! 🎉
I always make my bed as soon as I’m out of it, which isn’t anything more than straightening the duvet and putting the pillows at the top - no throw pillows. I have a little tray by the front door where I immediately drop my keys as soon as I’m inside (and if I’m coming home from work, my work lanyard and watch). I don’t have stairs. In New Zealand, it’s the custom not to wear shoes inside the house - your own or as a guest. I have a raised shelf by the door that I put my shoes on when I’m inside, and underneath serves as the cat feeding station, so that the cat stuff is out of the way. I have a pair of garden wellies by the back door for when I’m gardening or going out to feed the chooks each day. The tellie remote and stereo remote fit perfectly on one end of the sofa, alongside a wooden decoupaged Kleenex box, that’s just where they live. The couch is a one-piece unit with two pillows on either end, it’s always “made”. Coats, sweaters and jackets are hung up as I come through the door, hooks right there. My work backpack gets dropped in the kitchen so I can refill my lunch box and sort out whatever papers need attention for the next day, then gets put right in front of the door so that I don’t forget it when I leave for work in the morning. I have a sponge by the kitchen sink, an old face flannel on the bathroom sink, and a bigger scrubby thing in the bathtub so that I can give the tub a quick swipe around every time I take a shower, ditto the sink. My bathroom is tiny, so the only drawer I have is a mini cabinet by the tub, and everything except my toothbrush, toothpaste in a glass, and a stick of deodorant is on the sink, because I use them every day. My nightstand(s) - one for each side of the bed, even though I’m single - doubles as my medicine chest, because there isn’t one in the bathroom, and I usually take any medications I need at bedtime. On the nightstand is another decoupaged wooden Kleenex holder, a couple nice little wooden boxes where I keep medications I need every night, a cup of water with a crocheted “cap” to keep bugs, dust and the cat out of it, whatever book I’m reading, and my mobile phone / alarm clock. I have a small journal, but that’s for recording medical notes (don’t need to go into those, nothing serious, just monitoring). SO WHY IS MY HOUSE STILL SO MESSY???
Thank you so much for sharing 💕 it sounds like you have a beautiful home. From my experience it might be that you have a very low threshold for clutter (just like me) I have found that most people don’t need to have as little as me but when I have more I am overwhelmed. Revisit places in your house bringing you stress and take away another 3-5 things every week. Then feel it out and stop when you feel like you have control and less stress in that area 💕 just my thoughts best of luck friend!!
Have adopted most of these habits already and yes! They totally help! I also always wash the dishes before heading to bed but they don't always get dried or put away... I have 5 littles and pregnant with #6... But at least they are clean for breakfast! Truly appreciate the reminders! We have a gratefulness journal that I do with the children every morning at breakfast. We fill in all the things and people we are thankful for the day prior. It helps us all to take time as a family to reflect, get our hearts in a grateful space and has totally helped to Change our focus when sometimes we wake up with a bad start to the morning. Definitely worth investing in!
1:make your bed 2:hang your keys up 3:if there’s an item on the stairs put it away 4:have a place near the front door for shoes 5:tiny things go in tiny homes(a basket,dish, contained)6:fix the couch or chairs before bed 7:keep things off the floor 8:wipe the sink out 9:put toiletries in a drawer or cupboard (clear countertops) 10-13? 14:keep a clear nightstand 15:gratitude journal
Oh yes it's a game changer as far as keeping things off the floor. This also includes furniture and just cutie pie crap ! Now before I buy something furniture wise etc . I think how quickly I'm going to tire of moving it to sweep , vacumn or mop .
I don’t put a lot of pillows on my bed or my couch anymore… I do have a few but, I change them every so often to change up the room. I used to have so many that it would take forever to undo the bed or put them back on when I was making the bed… lol 😂 we take off our shoes when they are really dirty. Also, we do the laundry and then put it away as soon as they’re ready to hang up in the closet or drawers. I also check each room as I go down the hallway and if I see something out of place, I put it away. This way… if someone comes over, I don’t freak out about what my house looks like 👍 🥰🌻
I thinkbthe point of a " day blanket" you put over your bed is to protect it, when you sit down on it during the day, so you don't get your outside clothes in your bed...? So, for me that is still something I do. And then I need some pillows I use when I read at night. And, yeah...
That’s great. It’s about finding what is right for you. I would never tell anyone they shouldn’t have or should have something, because we all have different needs and perspectives. I just share my opinion and what works for me because when I was overwhelmed in my home I needed to hear how others overcame their clutter. Take what works, try something out of your norm, and leave the rest 💕
@@minimalease I know, just wanted to share my perspective - and the fact that the question where to put the day blankets and pillows at night is still a dilemma...
These are all great ideas😊 Thank you! Getting rid of the extra blankets and decorative pillows for our bed was a game changer. I used to HATE making our bed because of all of the extra steps I used to have to go through! We started the no shoes allowed in the house when our first baby was born. It would gross me out thinking of all the germs tracked in when our kids were lying on the floor, learning to crawl, etc. All of our guests know to remove their shoes when coming into our house too. Our kids are 18 and 21 now and we still practice this habit lol. The less I have to wash the floors the better lol. Enjoy your weekend❤❤❤
It's not really an American thing to take off shoes indoors… but I really wish it was. My whole family takes their shoes off and it helps to cut down on dirt and debris in the home.
As a Canadian living in a culturally Japanese household I find it very odd to not take off your outdoor shoes. You can always wear slippers of just indoor shoes
I put keys in my purse it's a habit so I do it automatically. I used to making bed as mom use to make us do it lol but also when I go to bed at night the bed looks great! When I didn't make bed it made room feel messy.ty for video.
These are simple and yet impactful to daily life❤. The keys was the worst 😮 until I placed that hook by my door and keep them on a bracelet (plastic coil) key holder if I forget them on hook they still attached to wrist and can only be taken off by the hook! Silly me I have gotten so use to them on wrist get ready to leave again only to realize they have been with me all this time 😅. Loved other suggestions too ❤
I recently started keeping a swedish dishcloth under my sink so throughout the day I wipe everything down. It really helps a lot for keeping the bathroom from getting so gross 😊
Laughed out loud about the keys - I actually resorted to using a carabiner affixed to my purse. So easy to clip it and forget it, can put the keys in it while walking to and from the store, the garage, etc. Keys - omg!
I have learned to do most of these over time. One tip that will help to keep clutter at bay: end tables, coffee tables, or any side table with drawers. Before I go out or go to bed, I put “whatever” back in the drawers.
Your channel has given my brain a break! The over consumption is wild on social media. We recently moved and lost 80% of our belongings. I found myself wanting to rebuy everything but in a stylish way 😂 however, I’ve become paralyzed with decision fatigue. Here we are six months later and still don’t have chairs to sit on, not even a sofa. I can’t decide what to get. At this point, just get neutral, minimal items and go from there. I don’t want to waste money on junk so I keep waiting thinking maybe this will go on sale…maybe I’ll wait now until the holidays sales…meanwhile myslef and children are sitting on plastic bins to eat dinner. Yes, it’s that ridiculous. So thank you for sharing that you don’t have to have everything perfect, it needs to work and be functional for your families needs.
I keep a rag too I hang it off the side of the sink on a hook, it’s hidden and I keep spray too nearby. Agree I have to put everything away in the bathroom.
I don’t see the link for the journal . There are two what’s the difference between the pro light weekly monthly journal vs the pro weekly monthly journal. Which one do you have? Thank you
I’ve had this one for years it’s just one from target but I’m looking for a new one because this one has seen better days haha I’ll let u know if I find a good one!
♥ I just spent the last few evenings decluttering and loading up my car to donate items to a yard sale fundraiser. A local animal rescue is trying to raise money for some cats in need of dental work. 😸
I also like to take off my shoes by the door as soon as I get home and switch into house shoes. Do you ask company to take their shoes off? I like the idea, but I've never been able to ask people to do that.
@@Shiryone In Germany it's quite normal to ask people to take their shoes off. Actually normally they do it by themselves. So don't be afraid just ask.
I ask all visitors to take off their shoes and I have shoe covers for those who don't want to do so, though that's rare. Reason is I have 2 cats who are allergic to everything. This really helps decrease allergens in the house.
I don't expect perfection either but easier would be great cause I've always been very capable active and independent but now older retired and with health and mobility issues I find my home truly overwhelming. PS why do you yell all the time could you try talking
I’ve heard that before, and it’s not that I disagree for some homes and in some areas but in our area it is not something I am concerned about and we have an extra lock on the door at the top. My hand can barely fit through it but If they break through all our locks their just going to be in our house 🤪
What quick habit helps you keep your house tidy?? ❤❤
Totally done with throw pillows, and the floors & surfaces are lava! 🔥
Oh my… the steps! Love hearing I’m not alone on placing things there! I do always make myself carrying something up - NEVER permitted to just walk past! 🎉
I always tidy the kitchen and do a quick reset before bed. A tidy kitchen makes getting up in the morning so much better.
I always make my bed as soon as I’m out of it, which isn’t anything more than straightening the duvet and putting the pillows at the top - no throw pillows. I have a little tray by the front door where I immediately drop my keys as soon as I’m inside (and if I’m coming home from work, my work lanyard and watch). I don’t have stairs. In New Zealand, it’s the custom not to wear shoes inside the house - your own or as a guest. I have a raised shelf by the door that I put my shoes on when I’m inside, and underneath serves as the cat feeding station, so that the cat stuff is out of the way. I have a pair of garden wellies by the back door for when I’m gardening or going out to feed the chooks each day. The tellie remote and stereo remote fit perfectly on one end of the sofa, alongside a wooden decoupaged Kleenex box, that’s just where they live. The couch is a one-piece unit with two pillows on either end, it’s always “made”. Coats, sweaters and jackets are hung up as I come through the door, hooks right there. My work backpack gets dropped in the kitchen so I can refill my lunch box and sort out whatever papers need attention for the next day, then gets put right in front of the door so that I don’t forget it when I leave for work in the morning. I have a sponge by the kitchen sink, an old face flannel on the bathroom sink, and a bigger scrubby thing in the bathtub so that I can give the tub a quick swipe around every time I take a shower, ditto the sink. My bathroom is tiny, so the only drawer I have is a mini cabinet by the tub, and everything except my toothbrush, toothpaste in a glass, and a stick of deodorant is on the sink, because I use them every day. My nightstand(s) - one for each side of the bed, even though I’m single - doubles as my medicine chest, because there isn’t one in the bathroom, and I usually take any medications I need at bedtime. On the nightstand is another decoupaged wooden Kleenex holder, a couple nice little wooden boxes where I keep medications I need every night, a cup of water with a crocheted “cap” to keep bugs, dust and the cat out of it, whatever book I’m reading, and my mobile phone / alarm clock. I have a small journal, but that’s for recording medical notes (don’t need to go into those, nothing serious, just monitoring).
SO WHY IS MY HOUSE STILL SO MESSY???
Thank you so much for sharing 💕 it sounds like you have a beautiful home. From my experience it might be that you have a very low threshold for clutter (just like me) I have found that most people don’t need to have as little as me but when I have more I am overwhelmed. Revisit places in your house bringing you stress and take away another 3-5 things every week. Then feel it out and stop when you feel like you have control and less stress in that area 💕 just my thoughts best of luck friend!!
I really love how with a minimalist home, cleaning as I go saves me so much time!😊
Yess agree 💯 ❤️❤️
Have adopted most of these habits already and yes! They totally help! I also always wash the dishes before heading to bed but they don't always get dried or put away... I have 5 littles and pregnant with #6... But at least they are clean for breakfast!
Truly appreciate the reminders!
We have a gratefulness journal that I do with the children every morning at breakfast. We fill in all the things and people we are thankful for the day prior. It helps us all to take time as a family to reflect, get our hearts in a grateful space and has totally helped to Change our focus when sometimes we wake up with a bad start to the morning. Definitely worth investing in!
Loved reading this ❤️❤️ thanks so much for sharing!
1:make your bed 2:hang your keys up 3:if there’s an item on the stairs put it away 4:have a place near the front door for shoes 5:tiny things go in tiny homes(a basket,dish, contained)6:fix the couch or chairs before bed 7:keep things off the floor 8:wipe the sink out 9:put toiletries in a drawer or cupboard (clear countertops)
10-13?
14:keep a clear nightstand
15:gratitude journal
You are so sweet for doing that! I am not a professional editor and I do all my own stuff so I made a mistake and forgot to add that scene! Sorry!
@@minimalease thats fine! mistakes happen! love your videos
@@minimalease - any chance they will appear in another video? I really find your content to be enormously helpful.
I love that you live in an older home like so many of us do!!
i always air my bed for 1 hour everyday to kill of bed bugs and dry out the mattress x
Do you have actual bed bugs or are you just talking about micro bugs everyone has?
Same here 😊
the same as everyone else but they do like to breed in warm damp conditions so if you let the bed go cold it helps and this is a fact !
@@traceyjane4288 ok, good. I’m glad you don’t have actual bed bugs. I was worried for you there😂
Oh yes it's a game changer as far as keeping things off the floor. This also includes furniture and just cutie pie crap ! Now before I buy something furniture wise etc . I think how quickly I'm going to tire of moving it to sweep , vacumn or mop .
YESS!
As a 38 year old mum with ADHD, your tips & hacks have been incredibly helpful 🙏😊.
Thanks so much for sharing ❤️❤️❤️
My BIBLE on my nightstand ... !!!
Yeah same ❤❤
I don’t put a lot of pillows on my bed or my couch anymore… I do have a few but, I change them every so often to change up the room. I used to have so many that it would take forever to undo the bed or put them back on when I was making the bed… lol 😂 we take off our shoes when they are really dirty. Also, we do the laundry and then put it away as soon as they’re ready to hang up in the closet or drawers. I also check each room as I go down the hallway and if I see something out of place, I put it away. This way… if someone comes over, I don’t freak out about what my house looks like 👍 🥰🌻
Love this!! Thanks for sharing 😍👏👏
I thinkbthe point of a " day blanket" you put over your bed is to protect it, when you sit down on it during the day, so you don't get your outside clothes in your bed...? So, for me that is still something I do. And then I need some pillows I use when I read at night. And, yeah...
That’s great. It’s about finding what is right for you. I would never tell anyone they shouldn’t have or should have something, because we all have different needs and perspectives. I just share my opinion and what works for me because when I was overwhelmed in my home I needed to hear how others overcame their clutter. Take what works, try something out of your norm, and leave the rest 💕
@@minimalease I know, just wanted to share my perspective - and the fact that the question where to put the day blankets and pillows at night is still a dilemma...
These are all great ideas😊 Thank you! Getting rid of the extra blankets and decorative pillows for our bed was a game changer. I used to HATE making our bed because of all of the extra steps I used to have to go through! We started the no shoes allowed in the house when our first baby was born. It would gross me out thinking of all the germs tracked in when our kids were lying on the floor, learning to crawl, etc. All of our guests know to remove their shoes when coming into our house too. Our kids are 18 and 21 now and we still practice this habit lol. The less I have to wash the floors the better lol. Enjoy your weekend❤❤❤
Yes!! The less I have to wash the floors I am totally with u! Hahah
I am always losing my keys too despite being organised. Thanks for some great tips!
It's not really an American thing to take off shoes indoors… but I really wish it was. My whole family takes their shoes off and it helps to cut down on dirt and debris in the home.
Yea I never did it as a kid but Yes! It really makes a difference in how often I have to clean the floors 👏
As a Canadian living in a culturally Japanese household I find it very odd to not take off your outdoor shoes. You can always wear slippers of just indoor shoes
Lovely ideas, thank you! 😊
Thanks for sharing ❤️❤️
It’s the crossing of the legs while reading the daily paper at 00:40 for me 😩 just too cute
She’s a hoot 🤣
Love your tips! Still decluttering from what I’ve learned from you! ❤
Thank you!! 😊
I put keys in my purse it's a habit so I do it automatically. I used to making bed as mom use to make us do it lol but also when I go to bed at night the bed looks great! When I didn't make bed it made room feel messy.ty for video.
These are simple and yet impactful to daily life❤. The keys was the worst 😮 until I placed that hook by my door and keep them on a bracelet (plastic coil) key holder if I forget them on hook they still attached to wrist and can only be taken off by the hook! Silly me I have gotten so use to them on wrist get ready to leave again only to realize they have been with me all this time 😅. Loved other suggestions too ❤
Aww thank you for sharing ❤️❤️
Thank You For Your Advice … Like Your Style..❤
Thanks so much!! ❤️
I recently started keeping a swedish dishcloth under my sink so throughout the day I wipe everything down. It really helps a lot for keeping the bathroom from getting so gross 😊
Great idea!! Thanks for sharing ❤️❤️
Laughed out loud about the keys - I actually resorted to using a carabiner affixed to my purse. So easy to clip it and forget it, can put the keys in it while walking to and from the store, the garage, etc. Keys - omg!
Between loosing a car key and locking myself out of the house numerous times keys are my enemy 🤣🤦🏼♀️
I have learned to do most of these over time. One tip that will help to keep clutter at bay: end tables, coffee tables, or any side table with drawers. Before I go out or go to bed, I put “whatever” back in the drawers.
Thanks for sharing!!
Never leave a space without something in my hands. Trash, a glass to take to the kitchen, a book for the study…
Love it!
Loved seeing you take your remote out of your fridge! I have definitely actually done that one before 😂
love your videos! 🙏
Thank you!! 😊 it has definitely happened to me before and several other weird places 🤣
We even take out our shoes from the fridge too sometimes,oh toys too😂😂😂our fridge contains everything😅😅😅
I have my cpapand cpap mask sanitizer and light On my nightstand. 😊 oh and my phone lol
I put my pillow and duvet or top sheet out on the balcony to air until I have showered and dressed. I then make my bed when it has time to air.
Thanks for sharing ❤️
Your channel has given my brain a break! The over consumption is wild on social media. We recently moved and lost 80% of our belongings. I found myself wanting to rebuy everything but in a stylish way 😂 however, I’ve become paralyzed with decision fatigue. Here we are six months later and still don’t have chairs to sit on, not even a sofa. I can’t decide what to get. At this point, just get neutral, minimal items and go from there. I don’t want to waste money on junk so I keep waiting thinking maybe this will go on sale…maybe I’ll wait now until the holidays sales…meanwhile myslef and children are sitting on plastic bins to eat dinner. Yes, it’s that ridiculous. So thank you for sharing that you don’t have to have everything perfect, it needs to work and be functional for your families needs.
That’s so amazing to hear! Thanks for sharing 💕💕
I keep a rag too I hang it off the side of the sink on a hook, it’s hidden and I keep spray too nearby. Agree I have to put everything away in the bathroom.
Thank you for sharing 😍
I don’t see the link for the journal . There are two what’s the difference between the pro light weekly monthly journal vs the pro weekly monthly journal. Which one do you have? Thank you
What duvet cover do you prefer? I can’t find one that feels good enough to use it as you do.
I’ve had this one for years it’s just one from target but I’m looking for a new one because this one has seen better days haha I’ll let u know if I find a good one!
Where did you get the white cotton rope baskets like in the bathroom?
Target 💕
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♥ I just spent the last few evenings decluttering and loading up my car to donate items to a yard sale fundraiser. A local animal rescue is trying to raise money for some cats in need of dental work. 😸
Love this ❤️❤️
Very important to air the bed after lying in it all night.!!
I couldn't imagine making it, while still warm. Ugh!!!!
ok 👍
I am the exact same way with fixing up the couch vs putting all of my dishes away at night.
Yess! Love it 😍
Where is your link for the journal?
I’ll look for it sorry!
Get a Roomba. You have to keep the floors clear!! Haha. She just said that.
Very true 😍
I also like to take off my shoes by the door as soon as I get home and switch into house shoes. Do you ask company to take their shoes off? I like the idea, but I've never been able to ask people to do that.
@@Shiryone In Germany it's quite normal to ask people to take their shoes off. Actually normally they do it by themselves. So don't be afraid just ask.
I don’t ask but I do have that mat by the door so usually people do take them off ❤️
I ask all visitors to take off their shoes and I have shoe covers for those who don't want to do so, though that's rare. Reason is I have 2 cats who are allergic to everything. This really helps decrease allergens in the house.
Can you link your white t shirt?
Sorry it was just from goodwill ❤️
I laughed out loud when you took the remote out of the fridge.
Hahahah this is my life 😂
Wow! First time here. Great points! I thought you were directly motivating me as I know these will make my life easier !
Aww that’s great! Thanks so much for sharing ❤️❤️
What name of your off brand roomba?
Roborock
Where is your purse from?
The goodwill haha but originally it’s madewell brand
Ditto, the same as another comments. Where are items 9-14?❤
I’m on vacation but I’ll do a revision post when I’m back on Monday! ❤️❤️
I heard 3...make bed, hang up keys, put things away 😂
Hang your keys shut the door behind you lol
My mother would wipe down the shower to prevent mildew
I don't expect perfection either but easier would be great cause I've always been very capable active and independent but now older retired and with health and mobility issues I find my home truly overwhelming. PS why do you yell all the time could you try talking
Hahah well that is my talking voice
What happened to 10-13?
I heard that you shouldn't hang your keys buy the door, because someone could break in and easily steal your car.
I’ve heard that before, and it’s not that I disagree for some homes and in some areas but in our area it is not something I am concerned about and we have an extra lock on the door at the top. My hand can barely fit through it but If they break through all our locks their just going to be in our house 🤪
Where are ideas 10-13? 😂 after 9 you come up with number 14 😂
Well.. I guess I’ll have to check that out 🤦🏼♀️
Agree 😁 such a great list but missing a few points... No worries though, great video and love the tips!
Ohhhh your bedside floating shelves 😍😍.....
I'm going to have my husband make us some ❤
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One of the best ways to be minimal is skipping steps 10-13 on everything :)
That is not making a bed
To each their own my friend