15 Lessons from Atomic Habits for a Clutter-Free Home (Minimalism & Decluttering)

15 Lessons from Atomic Habits for a Clutter-Free Home (Minimalism & Decluttering)
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In this video I'm sharing 15 lessons I learned from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear. I've been using tips from the book to declutter my entire home, on my way to a more minimalist family lifestyle.
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Hi! I'm Madeline, mum of 2 little ones, after dealing with miscarriage and infertility for years. I love making videos about motherhood, minimalism, decluttering, homemaking, productivity and more.
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[@Bill-kj8io]

She gave the example of how going for a run does not have an immediate reward. I work out six days a week and I find there is one reward I immediately feel. Before the work out I want to skip it, but after I feel good about myself because I have shown myself that I’m disciplined. Being able to tell yourself that “I did it” is a reward that should not be discounted.

[@lilyghassemzadeh]

💯 Yes!!

[@lastpolarbearcub]

That’s great for you, but I immediately feel sweaty and gross😅

[@Bill-kj8io]

Well that does kind of go with the territory. 😉

[@nissy9776]

Me too! It’s an immediate reward. It’s new for me and I’m thrilled I now walk/run 😊

[@HealthHappyLife]

Small, consistent steps really do add up! I love the idea of making small daily improvements and focusing on systems rather than just big goals. It makes the process feel less overwhelming and more achievable.

[@devinfarrelly3768]

Thank-you ! Reducing our inventory has made it infinitely easier to keep tidy. It’s been a process but slowly decluttering and buying less keeps breathing room in our home. It’s better than any possessions.

[@madelinehegedus]

Absolutely, it's liberating. Thank you for watching!

[@ThriftyTristie]

This video made me take care of my pile of mail and random papers sitting on my desk corner. Thank you.

[@madelinehegedus]

Yay, love this, Tristie!

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

One part of decluttering that seems to be a problem for many people is taking items to donation sites. When I notice a box filling up with items, I schedule something fun like meeting a friend near a donation center. Now I have a reason to go drop off the items and an immediate “ reward “.

[@madelinehegedus]

Great way to turn a chore into a rewarding experience 👏 Thanks for sharing!

[@aprilpacholski3012]

"Never miss twice"! I love this. It's so easy to miss doing something once and fall right back to old ways. I'm definitely implementing this.

[@MotivationMastery2311]

The step you mentioned at 5:30 about celebrating progress really resonated with me. So uplifting! 🙏

[@natashalindner2059]

I too am reading this book, you have helped me see how to apply it to my life, I feel much better about all of it now, the 1%, the identity, obvious, easy...you have restored my faith in myself. Thank you for this.

[@madelinehegedus]

This made me so happy to read, Natasha. Thank you so much for watching. 💛

[@Kimpossibility]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your shelf unit with the white baskets in the background! 😍🩷

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you!! 😊

[@KláraMaškov54]

Great breakdown of Atomic Habits! It’s awesome to see how these lessons can apply to decluttering and minimalism. Definitely picking up some tips for a clutter-free home!

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much for watching 🤍

[@angelaotimo9297]

What a beautiful video! A breath of fresh air! So inspiring! And from the thumbnail and the first shots of the video I hadn’t realised you are a mom, WOW! Respect for having such a decluttered, clean and beautiful home while having a toddler! I have a 6,5 months old baby and used to be a minimalist, but baby gear all over the place has driven me crazy, I try to get back on track with minimalism and clean surfaces but it’s so difficult with a baby. You showed me that it is possible, and will try me best for it! 🙂

[@madelinehegedus]

It's definitely difficult with a baby. I found it easier once she got a bit older. Thank you so much for watching, Angela. 💛

[@patriciafisher3108]

STOPPED VIDEO AT 4 MIN AND DID 9 LITTLE THINGS. I ALSO MADE A NOTE CALLED 1%. I PUT IN TODAYS' DATE AND LISTED ALL I DID TODAY. THIS WILL ACT AS A MOTIVATOR TO CONTINUE IN THIS NEW HABIT . T HANKS FOR THE NUDGE TO ESTABLISH THIS HABIT.

[@KarronAngel]

I cannot tell you how much you help me make my home better. Hugs and love xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@madelinehegedus]

That makes me so happy to hear. Thank you for being here!

[@virginieneu9248]

Hi :) I have never commented on a KZbin-Video in my life. This is literally my first comment =D I am writing it, because I want to thank you very much for this video! It is soooo good and helped me a lot. It motivates me. Thank you so much for your work

[@madelinehegedus]

Oh my gosh your comment made me smile. Thank you so much for being here 🤗

[@arpih.2840]

Thank you for this video. I managed to do so many things tonight telling myself "I will improve this by just 1%".

[@madelinehegedus]

This is amazing. Thank you so much for watching. 💛

[@Sarah-kb1ko]

Thank you Madeline! It's such a joy listening to you. Always motivating and uplifting♥

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much, Sarah 🫶

[@acrobaticanna]

You look beautiful in your dress. And your home also looks beautiful!!

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you kindly!

[@vedasindhoora187]

I love this book. And this video is such a good abridged version of the book for those who cant or don’t want to read the entire book (pls do read, but just in case) .. ❤

[@madelinehegedus]

I agree, such a good book. Thank you for watching 🫶

[@HerCupOfSIMPLE]

You did such a fantastic job!!! I read the book but still, I found your video being extra helpful !!😊🎉

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much 🫶

[@mrspenman5260]

Whenever I clean I have your videos on! You keep me motivated! Loving your videos! Thank you soo much! Nic

[@madelinehegedus]

Aw I love that. Thank you for being here, Nic!

[@aytachale]

I do exactly the same ❤

[@ColeandOllie]

I’ve been hearing about this book for awhile, thanks for breaking it down, definitely want to listen to the book now!

[@madelinehegedus]

It's such a good one. Thank you so much for watching!

[@jodi578]

I just found your channel ❤ it was Wonderful that you were referencing a book that’s being passed around my Family… I am in line to read it but now am going to get my own copy because of this video, you were So Motivating because I have been in a declutter funk. Some spaces are just So Nice to maintain but I have a few spaces that are not getting the proper attention…they have been on the to do list for far too long. The All or nothing mindset was trying to push back - so now I have decided to tackle those spaces in a 15 minute round robin game. I know with All these additional Helpful points you mentioned, I am Ready for the Fresh Start. 🎉🎉

[@madelinehegedus]

So glad this was helpful, hope you enjoy the book too when you read it. Thank you so much for watching!

[@Tha_G0at]

Thank god for videos like this because I can not sit down and read a book to save my life

[@madelinehegedus]

So glad it was helpful 🫶

[@Francisco_Manos]

I found this book on a San Francisco bench and I am glad I did. It's such a great book.

[@stefanieyeoman3686]

I love this! The 1% rule is so helpful.

[@madelinehegedus]

I found it so helpful too! 🤍

[@tayyabahamid8351]

Defined Incredibly ❤

[@luxwifelife]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!😊

[@amyboakyedanquah1588]

You channel is so simple to follow. Straight to the point and very practical solutions. Thank you ❤

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much for being here, Amy! 💛

[@AnjLove01]

Yes at an early age we were trained to put away or whatever we have used that put it back right after using. Then it becomes a habit. It doesnt have to be always be on point, but it wont get to a place where you are overwhelmed with stuff that isnt on its proper place once you try to practice such. One item or paper put in place is one less clutter. 😊

[@mae-zk9xu]

Thank you for your video

[@madelinehegedus]

So glad it was useful 🫶

[@heatherframpton9693]

I bought this book & will be reading it during September! ❤ Brand new subscriber here ... From the first tip on, yes, I do these frequently throughout our home & it makes a big difference! ❤ Thank you for this content.

[@madelinehegedus]

It’s such a good book, I hope you enjoy it. Thank you for being here, Heather 🫶

[@neeneethsz4703]

Hi! I just came across ur channel.. that’s a beautiful home of urs😍👌🏻 The tips r really very helpful🥰 I hv a question- hw do u keep ur home so well organised when there r other chores of the house like cleaning, cooking, family time & other activities etc.. ? Do u hv help or do u manage everything single handedly all by urself ? I often get a lot of stress/anxiety wen the cleaned spaces get messed again & struggle to keep everything clean every single time.. but I have been to certain houses where everything, every room looks so neat & clean & well organised & i feel bad thinking about why I can’t make or maintain a clean space🙈nd whenever I hear the word “guests” it makes me so nervous, anxious, frustrated.. any tips on these would really help🙏🏻plz take ur time to reply.. loved ur channel, thank u 🥰

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you for the kind words. You're not alone in feeling this way. My home does get messy, full of toys or crumbs on the floor too. But decluttering and keeping less stuff in general has helped so much. It takes less time to organise, clean, tidy. Also I try to give everything a home, a place where it belongs (a cupboard, a drawer, a basket etc). We don't really have any help, it's me and my hubby (who helps a lot) 😊

[@neeneethsz4703]

@@madelinehegedus thanks a ton for the reply, ur time, really appreciate! These tips were really helpful & I wish u the best in everything u do🥰

[@iamgratefuldailyy]

So glad I came account your channel. Yes Im now your new subscriber. Thanks inadvance for becoming one of our subscribers also❤❤❤❤❤

[@rola0120]

Thank you for this video, I really enjoyed this!

[@madelinehegedus]

Yay, that makes me so happy to hear 🫶

[@busrayalavac]

Yayy another video! Thnk youu!! I need help with kids clothing and how much they really need… can you help with that please in your videos ❤❤

[@madelinehegedus]

I have some videos on kids clothing and will definitely do more 🫶

[@SimonaMarinela]

Hello and thank you for the video! I observed with joy the two pictures in your living room with Cluj-Napoca and Sighisoara. Your house is decorated so, so nice and your English is great! I will follow you with pleasure!

[@madelinehegedus]

Aw thank you, Simona. So happy to have you here 🫶

[@casn3424]

I always enjoy watching all your videos!🫶🫶🫶

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much 🫶

[@pamelaflickinger2160]

Thank you, Madeline. I really enjoyed this. I will definitely try some of these.❤

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you for being here, Pamela 💛

[@Katjinx823]

I just found your channel. Really interesting content and well made video. Thanks! Exactly what I have been looking for 😊

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much for watching. 💛

[@lindavorce2055]

I have tried to keep on track for years now and always fail and get lazy. I work full time Plus and I am exhausted after work to keep habits. I have followed the clutterbug, clean mama, and my favorite is the secreatslub with zone cleaning. I am not that accountable in my home, work yes but boy do I fail with home cleaning and exercise.

[@madelinehegedus]

You’re definitely not failing, Linda. I’m sure you do a much better job than you give yourself credit for 🫶

[@tayyabahamid8351]

Much helped to understand that.

[@anahitarezaei9537]

Thank you!❤❤❤

[@CharleneEvenson]

That was a great video. I also wanted to say, your dress is very pretty.

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@redrose1420]

Love your videos...they help me so much in my journey to declutter.I'm at the beginning of my journey... Can i ask where your cupboards are from which you store the toys in the living room?❤

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you so much for watching. The toy storage is Ikea Kallax unit with Ikea Branas baskets 💛

[@sheissellingseashell]

Hehe. I was surprised to see Cluj Napoca on your wall. I live there and stumbled upon your video by accident

[@madelinehegedus]

Yay, love meeting people from Cluj. We used to live there before moving to the UK.

[@lucid1305]

I like those 2 floating shelves on the wall

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you!

[@trudya.stubbs2555]

Where did you buy the horizontal shelves with the white baskets?

[@judithhardin2783]

Just found your channel….you get an A+++ !

[@billyjo6136]

VIDEO IDEA (AM GOING TO POST THIS TO EVERY MINIMALIST CHANNEL I FOLLOW, INTERESTED IN SEEING WHAT EVERY ONE’s ADVICE ON THIS IS) 😬 I’m looking for a decluttering/ downsizing tips video for someone who’s been adopting a minimalist lifestyle for a while but is still interested in downsizing even more. I’m mostly left with things that i do use and love now but would love to own less but am finding it hard to ask the right questions when going through my belongings now. Could you give us some advice on downsizing at this stage? Thank you 🙏

[@CG-mj8tk]

Oh wow I just realized I do #1 all the time and have been since I had babies without really thinking about it!

[@madelinehegedus]

That's amazing. Thank you so much for watching. 💛

[@ancientwisdom108]

Thanks! This helped. 🙏

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you for watching 🫶

[@ancientwisdom108]

@@madelinehegedus , after watching 2 videos, as I just discovered you yesterday, I have subscribed. Blessings from Florida 🙏🌍🕊🕊

[@jackiemoxley7174]

I’m excited to start watching but I need all the info on the up lights behind your couch because I have a small living room

[@ChestnutCottageChronicle-oq9xz]

Loved your video! Are you from Cluj? I've been twice in Romania! Majestic place and great people!

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you! Yes, we are originally from Romania and have lived in Cluj for a few years before moving to the UK 😊

[@etelke]

@@madelinehegedus de azert tudsz magyarul?

[@jamiecorisis6122]

It sounds a lot like the book One Thing. Have you read it?

[@madelinehegedus]

Yes, I read the One Thing recently. I did find similarities between the books. I loved both 🫶

[@ApprendreSansEcole]

But how do you actually measure « 1% better » in house management?

[@madelinehegedus]

I don’t look at it as a strict measurement, but rather I try to think of ways to improve the state of my home even a little bit 🫶 Thank you for watching!

[@waterliliesbymonet7827]

Yes, for me, it's more about doing something small consistently because I often myself overwhelmed and not doing anything. I started to go through a box at a time as I have so many boxes of stuff or pick up trash, like plastic bags. I hope you find your own 1% ❤

[@minitoys-b1n]

Nice vedio new friend

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you 🫶

[@BlackRose-ov7js]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@madelinehegedus]

Thank you for watching!

[@Ta7yaFalestine]

💚

[@DiannaSadler-bz7er]

You talk so fast

[@viewer249]

Can't understand accent

[@RoyalLyn1]

don't be an ass, her accent is cute but doesn't prevent you from understanding her. plus, you can always use subtitles

[@madelinehegedus]

Not much I can do about my accent 😂 But there are lots of other decluttering accounts out there that might be easier for you to understand ✌

[@Bill-kj8io]

What is the matter with you? I’m an American, but I find her accent very easy to understand. This is a good channel, very calming and peaceful to watch.