10 Things that FEEL GREAT to Declutter Today! Declutter Bootcamp Week 3

[@123gorainy]

Today I packed up 15 years of my sorrow in the form of tiny hotel shampoos, body lotions & conditioners that I accumulated over the last 15 years of long-distance Eldercare that I did to take care of my dying mother, who lived far away. I bagged them, boxed them, and dropped them off a homeless shelter. I know how grateful someone will be to get these.

[@susanmurphy7869]

You’re not a baby..you’re filled with compassion… ❤️

[@juliacockroft8745]

Tears are a sign of caring Cas. There is nothing wrong with caring. 💝

[@suzysmith3776]

♥️

[@henriettelinkshanderin1449]

I love seeing that someone cares. It gives me hope.

[@RuthLang]

I agree, and in case this makes you feel better, I was crying along with you.

[@iheartastrology7877]

I started crying at baby items lol (and continued pretty much straight through) who knew organizing videos could make you cry?

[@barbhenley4692]

Please never apologize for wearing your heart on your sleeve. I love the idea of donating.

[@stowie5790]

At the start of my decluttering journey I had given a shirt away to a local charity (that gives back to our community through their thrift shop sales of donated items). I remember the shirt so well because I had added a special button to the top of the shirt so it would lay right. About 3-4 months later, I saw a women at the grocery store wearing the shirt. I complimented her on the shirt (because it looked so much better on her then it ever did on me). She said “Thank you, I love it!” It made my day! Knowing someone got joy out of wearing something that would have otherwise stayed in my closet. Now when I am cleaning, decluttering or trying to decide if I need to keep something, I think of her and that shirt…it makes letting go of stuff so much easier.

[@erint933]

That's so beautiful!❤👍

[@karenjohannessen8987]

I needed to see your reply today, @Stowie! Very cool reminder. Blessings to you ~

[@BeGoodtoYourselfbyMargo]

That’s an amazing story, thank you for sharing. Such a lovely mindset to have when we Declutter.

[@AnimalFarm341]

❤️

[@ayahuascaa9455]

💖💖💖💖💖🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ducheesi7706]

One thing I would add, hospital break rooms would LOVE your old coffee pots. Nurses and doctors are working non-stop, esp now, and a hot cup of Joe really warms the soul

[@Clutterbug]

Great idea!

[@22angd]

Those tears are from compassion, empathy, passion and caring - nothing wrong with that. Thank you for sharing so openly!

[@HeidiHeredia]

Cass, don't EVER feel embarrassed or ashamed of crying on camera. It's a sign of strength, compassion, and vulnerability. You have such a beautiful heart. Don't ever be afraid to show that. I think a lot of us that watch you can say that we love you more for being so real about how you feel. ❤️ Thank you for what you are constantly pouring into us when it comes to organization, encouragement, and even laughter. You're so wonderful to watch. I've always told my husband, if we met in real life, we'd probably be best friends. He agreed.😂

[@chivaholmes682]

I so needed this, tears and all. Don't be embarrassed about the fact that you have a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing

[@ktrudy1]

My thoughts exactly. I love her more every vid I c.

[@karawoods2588]

Completely agree! Makes me love her more for her beautiful heart ❤️

[@aliciau86]

Wow, you found the perfect words for this!

[@cynthiameinhardt3315]

I agree that Cas has a beautiful soul.♥️

[@kristacoker]

You are so loved for the way you are please don’t change!

[@Miss_Annlaug]

This video reminds me how we have been told our whole lives " don't cry "don't be a baby" so many times that we feel shame for showing emotions. It's so toxic and we should all help each other break this down 💕

[@sharontesi4273]

When my husband passed away a year ago, I donated 26 suits (a few with tags on) and over 40 ties. For me it was therapeutic to know that people would benefit from those. BTW, I'm a person who cries easily and I've reached the point where I realize there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Some of us are just "wobbly-hearted" by nature. ❤

[@cindyscrafts9018]

Sorry for your loss

[@kimedo61]

It took me awhile before I was able to donate my husband’s suits after he died, but I was able to let them go happily when our local high school asked for suits for their career program, Dress for Success. My heart goes out to you in your grief. A big hug.

[@lizethfranco6252]

Im sorry for your loss

[@sharontesi4273]

@@lizethfranco6252 Thank you! He had been ill for several years with frontotemporal dementia (horrible disease) and was only 61.

[@sharontesi4273]

@@kimedo61 Hugs to you, too! That program sounds awesome!

[@annezehring9006]

This made me cry. 😭 Such a good way of looking at decluttering. I have been the woman at the Salvation Army who was so thankful for the clothes that I was able to get for my children for so much less than retail. ❤️ I like to think that my donations have blessed someone else as well.

[@kaleed.7678]

I'd like to add that jigsaw puzzles are great to donate to nursing homes/assisted living. Especially smaller ones (200-500 pieces) that aren't super hard. My grandma has been in assisted living 5 months and has already done every puzzle there that fits on her card table multiple times, plus we have bought several to try to give her something new. She doesn't know how to crochet or knit, but she loves puzzles.

[@lj9610]

This is a great idea!

[@sinaain]

There is an Australian program where they bring together old people and 4 year olds and one of the old men really loves puzzles and connects with the 4 year olds trough them. Anyway your story reminded me of it kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXjSfoupbch4p68

[@jenniferd264]

As a Former Activity Director of an Assisted Living Center for Alzheimer’s I’ll shout out in Agreement here! Most of us work with very little budgets! And better yet, donate some time and stay to work those puzzles! I accepted beauty products, books, games and most needed was what Cas said CRAFT SUPPLIES! I’m tearing up typing this too! Many Residents never had a single visit from family. They were literally dropped off with little to nothing! So check with a local center and see what they could use to bring some love to these people in our society who are so often forgotten!

[@gladysanderson1351]

Word and number puzzle books are also popular.

[@SmallhouseModelsLLC]

For me, the struggle with decluttering is that I want the item to go where it can do the most good. I HATE just dropping things off at Goodwill so that company can turn a profit. I love that you mentioned Women's shelters, daycares, homeless shelters, nursing homes, medical charities, and after school programs as options. I'd love to see more great places to send our stuff. That's truly my biggest hangup. Just like the mom with the baby's foot brace, I can easily and quickly part with my junk if I know it is going to the right place. Please give us more ideas!!

[@maryogarvey1]

emergency rooms often have to cut off clothing and people need something to wear home sometimes.

[@rocsiali4092]

Yes same! I even have seen thrift shops and shelters throw out perfectly good items (not just due to something like bedbugs) and so when i can hand over an item directly or closer to the new owner, it feels like a safer bet that the item won't be trashed soon...but it also triggers my hoarder mind to hold onto donation items longer. It has helped that i have been more selective and more aware about what charities/shelters/groups that i send items to. Don't give up! ❤❤❤

[@girllittlemorbid]

A lot of people who need things go to Goodwill tho & when you find what you need it's like a miracle! :D

[@AoKowen]

I completely agree!! I love being able to 'gift' it, not sell it. ❤️

[@margiejones1025]

Remember that Goodwill and other thrift stores are most often set up to use the proceeds for job training programs or other charity programs. 💜

[@novocaine09]

When my mother-in-law passed suddenly in a crash, we found some unopened balls and baby items in the closet. We were not sure what they were for. We finally learned she liked to donate to a program that gave Christmas gifts to children who's parents are incarcerated (her crash was right before Christmas). So that's an idea that always stuck with me.

[@kimberleyfrasquillo3684]

M M, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your M.I.L. Obviously, she had a big heart too, for others.💖💝

[@novocaine09]

@@kimberleyfrasquillo3684 She really did! She embraced living with less and giving others more 🙂

[@lindsayholroyd7477]

So sorry for your loss & the loss of your Mother in law to the community, she sounded like a lovely caring woman💕 Especially helping a cause/people that maybe get overlooked in the community due to the actions of their loved ones/family members. X

[@marilynndesilva7620]

Right before Christmas... must have been extra hard on your family. I hope you found comfort in knowing what a generous soul she was.

[@sandysmom100]

Wow !!Sorry about your loss !!

[@dorisnamaste]

You have such a precious heart, Cas. "Decluttering is not taking away from you it's imagining the person who is going to get it.." Now that's a mindset we all need. Thank you Cas, I love you!

[@Clutterbug]

Thank you so much!

[@nukhetozmen]

Crying is not embarrassing, it’s an honest expression of feelings 🤗

[@alicejohnson6775]

Cry all you want.....shows the human in you.....I love ya for having the feels!

[@CarrieVandever]

This is exactly how I feel. After my husband died nearly 3 years ago, I went through his stuff (clothes, etc) and donated it all within months of his passing. So many of my friends were astonished, but all I could think of was that someone needs this and that all it was gonna do in my house was collect dust. We have volunteered for years at our local CF Storehouse (they give everything away for free) and I know that he would have wanted this. Granted I kept a few things my boys might want later but overall I emptied his side of the closet. Once you work with the homeless, needy, and the elderly your mind shifts to all the "help" this stuff can be. Don't feel too bad about crying. You made me cry with your story because I have those stories too.

[@Clutterbug]

Good for you!

[@sweetlady6059]

I hope you remembered to check the pockets before donating. My dad is a guru of dumpster diving and came upon some books with total $70.00 in them. Purses with money in them and all kinds of things which are of value that people didn’t think were and tossed them into the garbage. I too went to put something in a donation pile when I thought to look inside and found a pair of earrings and realized that my aunt had given me the item and the earrings together but I had had the items in a box packed away for 6 yrs marked cleaning that ended up having kitchen items not intended to be donated or given away

[@LindaOCNJ]

I felt the same way when my husband died. Getting rid of his clothes did not diminish my memories of him.

[@annmariearmstrong2901]

My husband and I would go through our closet once a year and get all the old sweatshirts and jackets and make up bags with personal care products, a warm shirt and power bars. After he died I just new he would want me to continue doing this. So I make up bags that I give to my church. I just tell them to say it's from Stan (my husband) I learned to ignore people's comments about how I disposed of his clothes

[@michellewanner3921]

This is what we need more of today in this world - humanity and compassion

[@christineprettyman2527]

The elderly population NEEDS us. Thank you, thank you for bringing awareness. The little things can mean so much to those who have spent their lives giving to others.

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Exactly I wasn't aware of this one the craft supplies

[@KristinaHoneyHavenFarm]

You being emotional helps the rest of us who also feel sometimes like we are too emotional. It lets us know we are not alone and gives us someone to identify with. Sometimes the things we don't like in ourselves are things that other people are grateful to see in us.

[@Clutterbug]

I love that.

[@Karen-pe6oc]

Well said. It is reassuring to tear up with empathy and not be judged as weak or emotional. Who isn't emotional? 🤷‍♀

[@RebeccaWife1Mom4]

Best decluttering video... EVER! When you look at it that way; why wouldn't I give what we are not using? I cried too. It's ok, it makes us humans that care. 💛

[@RadCenter]

When I was visiting my uncle in a nursing home before he died, I noticed that the playing cards in the recreation room were old and tattered. I knew I had more decks of cards than I use, so after my uncle died, I gifted two gently used decks and two new ones to the nursing home in his memory. (I called the nursing home first so they knew they would be expecting a package.) I like to think my uncle is watching those pinochle games from heaven!

[@olivemaycards]

Yes! I learned that men’s jeans are the thing shelters need the most. Men in shelters need hardwearing pants that can stand up to sitting/sleeping rough and infrequent laundry (but when they do get laundered it’s rough too). When I told my husband he donated some pants he would’ve kept forever otherwise. Our local YWCA women’s shelter also takes empty journals - women and their kids appreciate having a place to process everything they’ve been going through and most of us have tons of notebooks and journals lying around, so that’s another easy one.

[@lauramedbury5509]

I have so many journals and notebooks that I don’t want to just throw away or take to goodwill. Thank you for this idea!!

[@dougandcarrieann]

💗

[@hippo1701]

I, too, was crying for the nursing home and medical equipment. Then when you started talking about your work with people who could not afford basic things like clothes and dishes. I am a crybaby, too. I think "crybabies" are what the world needs. People who are emotionally motivated to help others. Keep it up, and I will cry with you.

[@carolynnwilliams4600]

Never apologize for your tears, Cas. When your heart gets full-it comes out your eyes. I cried with you through out your video. It was a great. One of the best you've ever done. And, one I needed to hear regarding donating. I think we all need to hear these type things.Thank you.

[@WannaBoogieWithYou]

The video made me cry. Then I stopped until I read your comment. "

[@cathyjoyce1865]

NOTHING is wrong with you, Cass, except that you are a nice person ! Have a blessed day.

[@33goodwitch]

Ghaa, this episode really got to me. I am in the "shop at goodwill" category, and can say I am so appreciative of all of the things donated to charity shops and to my family directly. There was a Christmas where we got presents through donation, and then I was able to get a dress and shoes for prom through the Cinderella project, I even got a voucher to get my hair done, which made me feel so special. I still have the dress and it remains one of my dressiest pieces of clothing. So thank you Cas and thank you to everyone who donates and helps others. It is truly appreciated

[@Clutterbug]

Love that!

[@grammytammy3535]

Don't you ever apologize or call yourself a name because you have a compassionate heart!! 🤗🤩😍

[@ginamcdonald7854]

I had five boxes of household items I was planning to take to goodwill, then I heard a family had lost everything in a fire and they were finally getting settled in an unfurnished mobile home. I took everything to them to go through intending to take what they didn’t want to goodwill. They needed everything from cups, plates, kitchen utensils, picture frames, sheets, curtains, pots and pans and a few Christmas decorations. It felt wonderful watching them unbox and find things they needed and could use 💖💖💖

[@kimhouchins1103]

Do NOT be embarrassed to "cry in front of" us watching your videos. It shows how passionate you are! Love you Cass!!

[@logarithmic7]

City of Angels: Why do people cry? Seth: Maybe, maybe emotion becomes so intense your body just can't contain it. Your mind and your feelings become too powerful, and your soul weeps.

[@lisajanes1005]

♡♡♡

[@209tami]

Cas that’s why we LOVE you, because you are so real and we all see that❤️ Keep crying we’re crying with you !!!

[@karengreen2437]

At a bath and body supply store I used to manage we would take the returns that were still good and save them up and once a month take them to the womens shelter. I will add that it honestly isn’t just women though-there are women who leave with their kids, including sons. The kids can use the donations too. Also, when we did a large donation to the homeless shelter we got to “tour” it and we met some of the people there. We asked the women what are the things they need most-female supplies and diapers were their top two they listed.

[@kpercy9952]

Every charity I have ever volunteered at has stacks of sanitary supplies & diapers because so many women need them. Anyone who has gone through menopause....donate those unused boxes of tampons & pads!

[@JacquelynSpeaks]

This may just be my all-time favorite video of yours, sweet Cas, because THIS IS WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT! Changing our mindset from "I paid a lot and feel guilty throwing this away" to "I can bless someone else who NEEDS this right now and can't afford it otherwise" is absolutely a life-changing shift. As always, I'm so incredibly grateful for your insight, humility and honesty. You're changing so, so many lives, Cas, and we are on your team to help spread your message that better days ARE ahead! 💪 Big love from San Diego.

[@jamiewilson9579]

Love love love ur channel Cas ur so Inspiring ❤️❤️❤️

[@aimeeontheharp]

Oh my goodness, Cass, you asked if I'm sitting on old yarn. I'm literally sitting on my bed and my yarn is under my bed. My tears were the opposite of yours. It's hard to let go. Thank you for sharing your emotional plea!

[@aimeeontheharp]

My kids and I always talk about how our stuff is going to other people, other kids. Makes it so much easier to part with it...

[@loriolsen5785]

Awww, Cass, you aren't a baby. Our eyes simply spill over when we are full of emotion. That comes from a heart filled with kindness!

[@rhondarayburn8603]

A tender heart is a gift from God and he loves it when we care others the way he cares for us. Don’t change , it’s an awesome strength to care for others.

[@mindfuljourneys3010]

You are not a baby! You are a wonderful example of how powerful life experiences can change us forever and even the memory of it stays with us in our bodies! Thank you for being so authentic and life giving to so many!!

[@elizabethdavis5]

My church has a ‘prom dress’ give away each spring. It empties out those things from our closets and gives others a free dress- an older lady chose one for a nieces wedding….all free! Thanks for the tears…

[@barbc7698]

That black and white dog snuggling up with his blanket was too cute! But your story about the nursing home made me cry, too❤️ All great ideas! I’m going to get a few old blazers dry cleaned so I can give to a budding career woman.

[@stephaniewarmink655]

Love it!! This is so true! I try to target my donations in this manner. I just moved from Alaska to Washington last year (3200 so house, 2 large storage unit and a double car garage full) and purged about half of my crafts, and have since purged another 1/3 of my yarn and fabric... I knit, crochet, sew, bead, you name it... I gave my yarn and fantasy-self scrapbooking materials to a community center that has a special needs adult outreach. They were just beside themselves. The guilt i had for not creating baby books for my now 4 daughters... turned into such a blessing for all of them. I donate all the mini shampoos and such to women's shelters, baby items to pregnancy outreach locations, old towels and unfit bedding to an animal shelter and a highlander full to the brim of general items to a family that was fundraising for adoption. It does in deed feel good to get the stuff out of the house knowing it will be used, loved and appreciated. Granted there have been times i have drug my feet trying to find the right type of place to donate to... now im able to just get it moved instead of hold onto it until.... And yes, it is worthy of emotions! Awesome video!

[@shirleysmith4614]

It's called compassion. Don't EVER apologize for being real. Sometimes we get so comfortable in our own little world, we forget others that need us. Thank you for reminding us.

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@agneskramer3766]

Someone close to me had to leave a horrible relationship, with one bag and kids. And the generosity that so many people showed, including many complete strangers was so unexpected and heart warming. It allowed that mama to rebuild her life with her kids. In this crazy harsh world there is so much good, sometimes we need to be reminded of it. Thanks for a great video and inspiration.

[@caleeola]

Thank you for this video ! God used you to speak truth in my life. I called our local nursing home and the day I called was the first day they officially had hired an activity director ! I talked with her and we worked up a list. Now there's a tote at my church and although its only been there for a little over a week, one lady shared that she has a lot of crochet items she's bringing to our box :) so excited to partner with our nursing home - maybe every few months to try and keep them stocked ! I also learned that they are happy to have churches sponsor a number of residents and the residents pick out a gift for their exchange friend out of what is there 😍😍😍 excited to get involved more. Thank you. God bless you.

[@Clutterbug]

I love it!!!

[@janetthornsberry7129]

"What is wrong with me?!"...you have a beautiful, vulnerable, warm heart, Cass...NEVER CHANGE ❤️🥰🎊

[@HR-re6mr]

No need to apologize for tears. In such a divisive time, it’s nice to see ppl who actually care about others!

[@lisat.2783]

Don’t ever apologize or being a thoughtful, loving and caring person ❤️

[@elizabethsummermeado]

I have worked in a nursing home for over 2 decades and THANK YOU for sharing about this! I wish more people knew the things you are talking about! I could write a book on this issue. Give anything you can to our elderly!!!❤ Thank you for your genuine heart!!

[@iglika20]

How do you go about doing that? Do you just cold call the nursing facilities in the area? Would whoever answers the phone be able to help answer questions or should you ask for someone in a particular position?

[@christenmurray7823]

Usually they have someone called an activities director

[@RaeC]

So here I am crying with you thinking of all the things I can share with people. Ready to declutter and hopefully put a smile on someone else’s face. Thanks for the reminder that one mans trash is another mans treasure. Enjoy the day.

[@mondfalkin3781]

that you cried makes you so adorable, it shows that you care, because you have a big heart 💟

[@melindaolaughlin2885]

Cas, your not a baby, your a person with a big HEART! Your encouraging others to follow you lead to help others! ❤️

[@rhondaharrison5709]

Those tears are why people watch and follow you and you inspire God Bless You

[@suzy1676]

Never put yourself down while you are picking up so many! You are doing a great service by connecting those with more to others who have less. That's moving & and heart felt & the perfect time to cry.

[@cynthialugo3401]

I’m in tears, I feel the same way, while I have been blessed, there is people and families struggling every day to survive.

[@cynthiaromero4441]

I love your heart. This should be a series DECLUTTERING WITH PURPOSE

[@elizabethsokol2545]

Sounds great! Decluttering to help others and recycling to save the planet.

[@jejrstans]

Cas, I hope someday you can be present with yourself and your tears when you share with us. It is a gift. Thank you! ♥

[@wendyh4417]

I have to say this is my favourite video of any I have seen We all need to think of others ♥️

[@sandysmom100]

Cass this so true about the care homes for the elderly. I took care of my neighbor she was age 93 she died two months shy of turning 95 .I helped my landlord clean her apt out. It was do sad 😥 She was kind of a hoarder took us two months. She was def lonley .I tried to cook meals for her and stuff but she had dementia coming on and didn't really eat that much ! I still think of her everyday.

[@sandysmom100]

THE elderly need a lot .

[@sydneykasmar]

Let the tears flows. I see it as emotional decluttering and frees space within us. And thank you for reminding us of the whole picture of donating by including the people who receive our donations.

[@BSWVI]

Emotional decluttering. I 💖 this!

[@kristinepope5360]

Thank you for being "Real!!!" You don't always have to be funny! Sharing what's in your heart is beautiful!

[@terrilynthompson3308]

Oh man!!! So glad I’m not the only one that feels that ways about the elderly. I’m Navajo and we have a game we play only during the winter. A group of people from our community would get together to play with the elderly. To see their happy faces and sing the songs was the best memories of my life.

[@moonan1215]

Don't apologize, Cas. Your tears inspire us all. Now I know what to do with an old back brace I've had for years!

[@newwife777]

Cass, you rock. I cry like....all the time. I now just assume it shows I care. I don't have the energy to not cry when I want/need to. Also, these are some great ideas!!! Facing helping my parents downsize, and I knoooooow there will be craft stuff like yarn and fabric that need new homes. I would never have thought of nursing homes. Thank you.

[@shelbydowns-seckman1870]

Your stories had me crying like a baby. My husband walked in and thought someone died, and spit water everywhere as I was telling him I was crying over a decluttering video. 😂😂 😂 I had mascara down to my chin and half of my face like a zebra. Needless to say this got me in my feelings! Great concept, loved it. ❤️

[@CheriJ11]

I didn’t cry through this video - I SOBBED! (I’m a crybaby, too.). It started with the poor sweet puppy lying on the cold, hard cage and went right to the last minute of the video. So, thanks, Cas, now my eyes will be swollen at work tomorrow morning! But seriously, thank you. There some things I hadn’t thought of, like balls of yarn to retirement homes. I will look at decluttering and donating in a whole new way now. And you, my friend, are a treasure. ❤️

[@Clutterbug]

Thank you!

[@kdautry100]

Amazing ideas! What a blessing you are! Crybaby? Not at all… you have a big, generous heart! Love the perspective you gave in donations… to not think about letting things go, but to think about the appreciation of the person who receives the much needed item.

[@Yveswife]

Tears show what a caring person you are. I was crying as you told the story of the club feet braces. I too am so emotional. My husband and son think I am crazy, I cry watching commercials and tv shows all the time. Sometimes even reading a book. A big ole softy I am.

[@gentremblay869]

I’m the same... I call myself a real marshmallow! Crying reading the news, especially when too good and moving, watching tv add, etc.

[@tauriankkf]

It's okay to cry about the beauty if helping someone in need or about the hurt that people go through in life. It's a lovely quality Cas!

[@katiepresby9224]

We have a new "clothing pantry" in our town for homeless/needy people. I was surprised to find out they need more than just clothing. They take (clean) pillows, bedding, pillow cases (I had SO many extra pillow cases)....even a big beach towel. I was told they'd use it for a towel or even a blanket. I also found that a rolling suitcase is considered a real "score" -- some of the homeless get stopped and have their grocery cart taken away (maybe because it was possibly stolen). Also, they can't take a grocery cart inside with them at, say, a warming or cooling shelter...but they can roll a suitcase in. I was so glad to give up my spare one, and I found out when it was given to a homeless woman she exclaimed, "And it's so pretty!". It really does help to know we can help others and ourselves at the same time.

[@eternalabundance39]

Thanks will remember that!

[@cindynielson4231]

I had to stop this video several times to shed tears. You are not a cry baby, you are compassionate and empathic. My favorite charity is the veterans thrift store. I have alot of veterans in my family including my husband who is a vietnam war vet. I like gifting to them. This has to be your best video! TFS

[@elizabethsokol2545]

Thanks to you, your husband and your family for their service. Some people are concerned that their donations will not be used in the way they intended. Most of the veterans organizations I have used are highly recommended and are a way for us to support our vets ( and their families) who might need help.

[@cindynielson4231]

@@elizabethsokol2545 this organization is for homeless vets.

[@needscoffee100]

I love how you turn into a ninja when you get all emotional! Never change!

[@sarahamill1793]

Thanks for always being so real, not editing out the cry fest was the right choice. Shows us all emotion is part of the process at every stage. I’m always thankful for your advice and videos but just want to also say Thanks for your years helping entertain those stuck “waiting”. The world needs more people like you.

[@blackholesun3152]

Yeah, her comment on the elderly waiting hit me hard! 😭

[@nemo7782]

You are crying because you have a heart, a conscience, and compassion. Do NOT apologize for such beautiful traits about you. 😀 ❤

[@alikigeorgiou8499]

I cried too!! I've given sooo much stuff to my local charity stores and the gift of giving to those who truly need essential things is worth so much than buying yet another unnecessary thing for myself. My parents brought us up with the same values and I'm grateful every day for everything that I have and will help others wherever I can. Great tips from your video today and you keep being yourself - we love you! 🥰

[@debrajahnke5904]

You can cry, it shows you are a caring compassionate person with a huge heart.

[@daynad8104]

Here in the US, we have a charity called “Dress for Success” that you can donate “career wear”. They help women with finding jobs, writing a resume, handling an interview, and outfitting them for it. It’s a wonderful organization, and I encourage anyone that’s retired, or just letting go of old work clothing to donate them, and help someone else. I’m so glad that you mentioned battered women’s shelters. There are so many women in terrible relationships with no hope, until they take this step.

[@JacqueRescues]

Tears come from truth. More of us need that truth. God bless you Cas! God bless you all! 💜

[@PoeticBostonian]

You’re not a baby. You’re amazing for how much you care! I was homeless for 3 months in the middle of Boston winter. It was hell, I snuck into abandoned vehicles…and Harvard university but that’s another story lol. An 18 year old kid…I was so scared. I think back in those times now and always donate items to the homeless. But sheets, towels….the animal shelters. I’m such an animal lover and I didn’t even think of it! Thank you for making this video. I hope for all those people it’s just a small portion of their lives before they can find a house of their own and make it a home like I did. ❤️ ty Cassie

[@kimberleyfrasquillo3684]

🤗🤩🥰, Lindsay Brooke, I hope things have gotten better in your life!🙏

[@fionabowey323]

I cried with you.. its wonderful to see someone who has a loving heart. So you should be proud of your heart for people

[@kathyomlor920]

Cass don’t be ashamed of your emotions. It makes you special and shows how much you care for people. Most of us are crying right along with you. We have caring hearts and souls. I love you for being so open! Hugs!!

[@cindybourque2650]

Crying is not you being a baby. It’s human compassion! And that’s not embarrassing, it’s beautiful!

[@staceylynch9751]

Cas, you are an empathetic soul. There's no need to apologize for being a good person. It makes my heart hurt as well. Everyone deserves dignity and even small things really do mean so much to people with nothing and give them their dignity back. You're a good egg. ❤

[@candyharrington5777]

I haven't heard that saying in a very long time. "Your a good egg." Thank you for making me think of my sweet dad, gone since 2003.

[@loriunderwood3734]

Don’t ever be ashamed of crying, because in my opinion that shows you care deeply about what you are speaking and that alone is touching! Thank you for caring and sharing your life experiences with us. You are appreciated!

[@tanyajohnston8262]

this is my favorite video you have shared. Thank you for caring and for the tears shared. I have also worked at our Woman's Shelter in Ontario Canada and other non-profit organizations and see so much need. Great ideas for giving.

[@elspethdurkin5598]

You are not a baby - you are empathic, and feel the emotions of other people even when you don't know them which is a lovely thing!! If only all the politicians and 'rich' people could be the same!

[@EJBruin]

I live in a large apartment building with many low-income hoyseholds. With permission from the housing cooperation, we've set up a set of shelves in one of the elevator lobbies where people can leave unused items for others to pick up. A lot of my de-cluttering ends up there. The things that aren't taken by fellow residents within a couple of weeks, are brought to local thrift stores.

[@Clutterbug]

Love it!

[@MadWithPowerBand]

Not awkward at all. You are empathetic and we need more of this in our world. Keep being you!

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@kimedo61]

Thank you for this! I wept too. Love you Cas ♥️

[@THsWife]

You’re not a baby; you’re a kind hearted, compassionate and caring human. I love your heart.

[@Clutterbug]

Aw, thanks!

[@findingaway5512]

I have been truly blessed by the gifts of others passing along their things. Never underestimate how something small can make a huge impact on someone else.

[@KatieMae1229]

This is why donating is so easy for me AND often times far better than trying to sell every last thing. Just give it away. Someone else needs it more than I do.

[@sabatham]

Decluttering in the barn we found a hard plastic leg brace and 2 back braces from my husband and father in law. Found a place that accepts these as donations and I was so excited to give them over! It always feels so much better to give to someone who will be able to use it!

[@sherrywiley4817]

Don't ever apologize for crying, it shows that you have a big heart! 💗

[@luannfischer747]

I helped a special person pass along a lot of her hoarded items. Once I could tell her about a need she was so willing to allow me to remove volumes of clutter that could benefit someone else. I believe my more gentle approach to her 'hoarding' collection was what helped her regain some as semblance of order in her life. We sometimes need to 'look for that person with a need' to be willing to let go This is the best encouragement video I have watched. You’re doing a great job.

[@paulahall6398]

Never EVER EVER apologize for your heart and your compassion. If it makes you feel better just know that I had tears flowing at your description of what you had witnessed. I think sometimes when we are SO BLESSED, we just can't imagine people such as what you described. Thanks to you, I'm going to be able to look at .y decluttering in an ENTIRELY new light! Thank you, Cass.

[@Clutterbug]

You're so welcome!

[@catherineciaravino6734]

Such wonderful advice Cas. Our beloved cat passed away this weekend and we boxed up all his things and brought them to our local animal shelter. They were so grateful and appreciative to receive it all, and it helped us find some good in what we were going through. Knowing that the items will be making other kitties happy has brought us some comfort. Thanks for your wonderful videos!

[@sandranorton9123]

Your authenticity, vulnerability and great sense of humor is a beautiful picture of your soul and is your superpower! So blessed to have found you!