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@kimgordon36953 жыл бұрын
Switching from minimalist to essentialist was groundbreaking
@jamiejones85083 жыл бұрын
@@kimgordon3695 um, what’s essentialist pls?
@lisak14763 жыл бұрын
@@elizabethmathena7668 I’m so sorry. I do understand. I have special needs kids here, (adult and young), and I do know that there’s stress unlimited.. especially when you cannot just gather your keys and go like so many people can do. If you need anything I hope that you’ll let someone know here and maybe one of us can help in some way. I often wish I just had company to sit with me when I start a difficult project. If you need someone just give a yell here 🙂 💕🙏🏼
@tobycolt47263 жыл бұрын
instablaster
@briellehunter72333 жыл бұрын
My boyfriend is a hoarder and I am losing my life as a neat freak.
@saraschwarz65974 жыл бұрын
I also think when you have gone through any type of financial stress or poverty, there is an element of fear in throwing away old things. Subconsciously you fear going through it again and want to hold onto all your belongings as a safety measure.
@wordsculpt4 жыл бұрын
Spot on! I have several boxes of things that I am ready to let go, but may be the only thing that stands between me and homelessness...someday. It is frightening to let go when you are afraid of the future.
@Medietos3 жыл бұрын
@@wordsculpt: Oh, I agree and feel you.
@Kriszee43 жыл бұрын
Yes, I totally agree! Been through poverty/unemployment as well as hurricane Sandy which destroyed almost everything here. I have the mindset of "I could still use that thing or repurpose it" which os one of the ways I've survived...is reusing or repurposing..so it's hard to part with stuff even if I'm not using it at the moment. Silly example, after the hurricane, all we could eat was the Halloween candy we had. We ate that for weeks just because it was easy and available. (Yes, snickers will satisfy hunger for awhile lol) 9 years later, I've gained too much weight and trying to diet but yet, after Halloween, I can't bring myself to throw away any extra candy because I think "what if we need to eat it one day when we're starving again?" Of course this pandemic and it's uncertainty doesn't help my mindset of "what if" 🤨
@zakosist3 жыл бұрын
I get that but that could be solved by actually selling the stuff if its something that does have value (not like in super expensive just someone might be willing to pick it up and pay for it), that way you are improving your financial situation. Also actually think through what you use or might need that item for, if you cant find a practical use and it also doesn't bring you happiness in life then it should be safe to get rid of. I have some hiking equipment I've included I literally only keep for a possible emergency at this point (was planning to use a lot when I got it but realized I never will), like if I had to flee from my own home and survive in the wilderness for a while or I have to hunt my own food because the store stops delivering or something, some of it may be needed then.
@whatta15013 жыл бұрын
Wow! Those were my same thoughts half way through the video lol. 😆
@sathyap70512 жыл бұрын
1) Don't declutter just to declutter. 2) Don't take on too much at once. 3) Don't only follow the guidelines of others. 4) Don't become overly sentimental. 5) Don't let decluttered items stay in your space.
@karenannaluisa33702 жыл бұрын
Thx!
@nancie74872 жыл бұрын
Okay I can do this !!!!!!
@HOLLASOUNDS2 жыл бұрын
I just have way to much stuff and I'm starting with getting rid of old clothes and other random crap I'll never use.
@catgato58032 жыл бұрын
You know doing this (listing what is being covered in the video) lowers the creator channel's statistics? I saw your list and now I'm not going to watch the video because I no longer feel I need to. Videos need views in order to be successful. Please don't do this, I know for the audience it's helpful, but to the creator it's not and I believe she's put a lot of work in creating her content
@nancie74872 жыл бұрын
@@catgato5803 that's more of a reason to watch the video to support the creator and give her a thumbs up for her video and share it !!
@dntodo67494 жыл бұрын
After two declutterings and regretting all the money wasted, an aunt told me a great tip to prevent having to constantly de-clutter. She said 'make it a rule never to come home with something you didn't go out intending to buy'. Now, if I see something I feel I want, I don't buy it... I go home, think about it for a week or so. Mostly, after that, I'm *meh* about it - no clutter AND no waste later. If I decide I really do want it still, I have it on the list of what I mean to buy when I go the mall. Hope this tip helps you too. Clutter wastes resources, and really wastes your money..
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing that great tip! It really cuts down on those impulse buys!
@lisa2stewart3 жыл бұрын
I like to do that too. It really does help a lot. Every once in awhile I'm sad that I miss something that was on sale for a really good price. But after doing it for a while I have gotten a feel for if I'm just seeing a bargain or I really need it and it's a good deal.
@lauraklabe22593 жыл бұрын
Thats so helpful. I dont let myself go to target bc its like i dont decide what i need from target... target decides what i need from target. Hopefully this helps me lol
@GReyn3 жыл бұрын
Huft.. this is me.. but not my families.. not just my parents my other families also.. like each of our house there will be clutter everywhere!! Ugh.. when i tried to declutter, or rearrange em again, they get mad.. me and my brothers don't even have a proper bedroom because of this..
@xoKaylaMay3 жыл бұрын
Omg thank you so much this is actually really smart!! I’m horrible with money so this going to help me a lot!! Thank you! I’m going to definitely try it.
@caroleanndavis82555 жыл бұрын
I pack small boxes of items and label them for 6 months out. If I haven't opened the box at all during that time it goes straight to a thrift store. This method helps me to let go without having regrets.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I love the sounds of that approach! Thanks, Carole!
@BlueberryFundip5 жыл бұрын
Perfect and practical advice!!
@brrjohnson81315 жыл бұрын
It works!
@KaseyChau5 жыл бұрын
that's a really great idea carole
@claudettemurray3315 жыл бұрын
Conesour
@SmallBohemianFerret5 жыл бұрын
You’re the first person I’ve come across to not be overly opinionated and pushy about decluttering, it’s so refreshing!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Aww, thank you! I'm so happy to hear that!
@suzannemccallon183 жыл бұрын
I have moved 3 times in 8 years. You realize how much stuff you have and what you don’t want to move. I’m grateful for decluttering.
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
Moving does provide a lot of clarity!
@imho2278 Жыл бұрын
I moved from a music teaching job, and had to declutter props, music, instruments: and then downsized from my old house....still decluttering...
@nunyabusiness52414 жыл бұрын
I created a "free" bin by my office at work. It started with just me unloading my recently purged items but now others will drop off their stuff, too. Anyone can drop and anyone can pick up. It's a great way to let go of your things by seeing someone you know find usefulness out of your discards. Every month or so, I box up what's not taken and donate it. And I always get a kick out of someone picking up something from the free bin that I've classified as seriously useless (but why not put it in the free bin!) and taking it home with them. It also has gotten me out of the mindset that an item might have been worth money if I'd taken the time to sell it. Things I think may have been valuable are often the items no one wants even when they're free.
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
This is a great idea!
@ingerfalch-jacobsen17174 жыл бұрын
This is so great and my experience too, except that the "free bin" where I live, is run by the council. I used to worry a lot about what would happen to the stuff I donated at thrift stores, or whether it should have been trashed instead. I also wondered if I should try to sell some of it, but I do realize that selling is work, and when I don't want something anymore, I don't want to deal with it anymore, but get rid of it. It amazes me what others will find valueable vs worthless, but the free bin is a good help for me to practice "don't judge". I have to NOT be able to keep track of what actually happens to "my" stuff, though, and this place, which is accessible for everyone, allows me to let it go.
@dollysimons24344 жыл бұрын
Love this! My old apartment complex had the same thing in our laundry room! It was also a great conversation starter with others living in the apartment
@Astri_B4 жыл бұрын
For one moment I thought the bin was called free because it can help you to be free of items you nolonger want 😄
@itoshiibaka82674 жыл бұрын
Love this!
@SN-sz7kw Жыл бұрын
Funny thing, now that I am closing in on 60, I am feeling VERY weighed down by a lifetime of stuff. The temptation to get rid of all but the current essentials and interests & move to an entirely new space is very strong. And I’m a sentimental mum who has saved EVERYTHING. I think this is what leads to that grand tradition of parents telling their kids, “Come get your junk!” 😊
@imho2278 Жыл бұрын
They don't, though...
@bigvalley4987 Жыл бұрын
I now understand when I finally became stable (married, children, and home). My mother start sending me all my stuff and things. I felt sentimental with she sent those things to me. Now I know why. I am waiting on my children to become stable. And I will share this family tradition🫢
@RON-xx5vu5 жыл бұрын
One thing people will say is that might come in handy one day but one day never comes.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is so true!
@heidefries18254 жыл бұрын
Honestly, it's more of an excuse to keep things. If you purge something that you find you need later just re-purchase it.
@madhuribapat72584 жыл бұрын
I AM THE BIGGEST HOARDER IN THE WORLD and the things i hoard never come in handy but i need the thungs later which my mom made me throw away
@daphne49834 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it does.
@astrangerinthestreet4 жыл бұрын
I once threw away markers which i held for 5+ years just in case I'll need them. Few years later i really needed them for my art project...
@rebeccaramos32465 жыл бұрын
When I'm upset or stressed out I tend to "declutter" or purge items. I put head hones in, blast worship music and just get rid if a bunch of extra mess. My husband will come home and ask me who made me mad 🤣😂
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Hey, whatever works to tackle a mess! :)
@expressyourbeautyys43724 жыл бұрын
Love this😂❤
@10Boomer94 жыл бұрын
Right?! Nothing more soothing than throwing at the trash to some Chris Tomlin!
@freedomfighter29114 жыл бұрын
Jah bless. Thanks for the inspiration you didn’t know you flourished!
@margeincharge87604 жыл бұрын
❤️😂
@zg68795 жыл бұрын
I love that you stress personalizing your needs and to stop comparing yours to the needs of others
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Yay! I'm so happy to hear that! I think that is essential in today's society, not just with decluttering but most things!
@ingerfalch-jacobsen17174 жыл бұрын
@@AbundantlyMinimal I actually think our tendency to compare ourselves to others, is why we need to declutter in the first place...
@softwareimpersonal34884 жыл бұрын
@@ingerfalch-jacobsen1717 Depends. I'm cleaning my room because a messy messy room makes me feel more dead then usual.
@Dr.A.Rosenberg5 жыл бұрын
My wife was a minimalist it was very easy for her to get rid of my personal belongings not so easy for her belongings .
@judifoster85 жыл бұрын
Dr . A . Rosenberg Gee! That is exactly how my ex husband used to declutter! 😄
@avagrego31955 жыл бұрын
Me tool
@nancy38484 жыл бұрын
I think that is how most people declutter!
@susansauls89024 жыл бұрын
This is sad. So sorry about this.🙁
@nataligarcia23564 жыл бұрын
🤣😂🤣
@AutoTerminator5 жыл бұрын
this is really healing to hear after a childhood full of people taking your stuff and throwing out everything you care about without even asking you
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry you had to deal with that.
@user-jy3zl2vp4b4 жыл бұрын
Exactly!! I think that is why I hang on a little too long with things. But I hear that problem continues when you get married....then the spouse wants to trash things without asking. *Sigh*
@abccabc50514 жыл бұрын
Same ..my younger brother. .burned nd also thrown my books. ..when I am out..or he throw my all study materials. .I keep buying even new books she throw or sell out.he even thrown my clothes so many things which is hurts. .at times..he raise hands on me...too I am 32 year girl stay with my mum and brother my father passed away 2018..unfortunately my brother keep abusing mum nd me too he is 4 yrs younger ..but control all house.as a boss..
@sylviakifo15664 жыл бұрын
abcc abc so sorry to hear but just keep your chin up and I'm glad you and your mom have each other ❤️
@sylviakifo15664 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Well now it's your decision!
@laurahodgson65312 жыл бұрын
Yes! I've lived in a 400 sq ft flat for 10 years but you can pry my overflowing bookcases out of my cold dead hands. Everything else I declutter regularly.
@jewellevy5 жыл бұрын
I kon-maried my kitchen. Took days. When I went into the kitchen to have my morning coffee, it looked so bare it looked like I had moved out or died. It made me sad. Lol. Added some pretty 'clutter' and it felt better.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
It is all about finding a happy balance! Good work for reflecting on what mattered to you! :)
@purpleghost1064 жыл бұрын
@@simbalantana4572 What the heck? Cozy is very compatible with Konmari! (Waaaay more so than minimalism, which is Not what her method is about) Did you ever actually read her book? she talks several times about how for some people they have many things that make them happy, and if you have lots of things that truly bring you joy that you need find a good way to incorporate them into your living space so that the space itself can also bring you joy. That means keeping things that make you joyful because they're cozy. Also she explicitly talks about how several of her clients needed to get rid of the things that don't spark joy specifically to make room for buying New Stuff That Does Spark Joy. Like her version of decluttering isn't about avoiding getting new stuff (again it's Not like minimalism, which is about limiting things to what's necessary.) It's about keeping what makes you happy
@bea53143 жыл бұрын
If you're not sure about some items (maybe inherited or personally sentimental) put them in a shallow open box in the hallway or somewhere you will go past often. Then you can see them and decide over a few days rather than the pressure of deciding immediately. Just being able to see them often is a good push to knowing whether you want them in your home or not.
@joysoul40893 жыл бұрын
It amazes me how every one of these declutter/downsize/minimalist videos are so Cluttered with intros and chatter. This one is better than most.
@LurkerSmurf5 жыл бұрын
I agree with your warning not to go overboard with decluttering. I had a 50% rule when cleaning my parents' slightly hoarder house. In one session, do not declutter more than 50% of a space (plus trash). Get used to that for a month or two, then go at it again. It reduces the temptation to remove something you actually need.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Slow and steady wins the race!
@mossyoakmom88805 жыл бұрын
I never have second thoughts about items once I put them in a donate bag. Once its in the bag, I’ve already made up my mind.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I love that!! That is wonderful!
@melissaquinn14635 жыл бұрын
I do this, too. Since buying a house and having a child, I have an area for gathering charity items, which I donate once it reaches a certain volume. It’s a little disconcerting that the area never stays empty for long.
@Mrs.Silversmith5 жыл бұрын
I agree, I have four kids and its a continual process. It helps a lot to treat it as ongoing. I've seen many households with young children that have gotten overwhelmed by stuff.
@greenkitty825 жыл бұрын
I agree. But also if you haven't used it, you won't miss it so even if someone took it away without you knowing, you wouldn't even be affected!
@tjwash25 жыл бұрын
Mossy Oak Mom the best rule of thumb as you say is to be sure before putting it in the donate bag and do not look in it again.
@carolefreeman25443 жыл бұрын
I think about ‘if there was a fire and I lost everything, what would be the things that would be hard to replace (not including love ones or pets) eg: Photo’s, Important papers, Passports, Prescriptions, Glasses or special Jewellery. The rest can be replaced “if needed” All overtime. Theses items I would definitely keep…The rest I could go through and declutter.
@laineygann77135 жыл бұрын
Loved this. It was insightful. I've gotten rid of ordinary clutter (clothes, books, knickknacks) in stages but now am boldly removing unnecessary furniture. Area rugs, keyboard, an old highchair and more, all clogging the flow of traffic. and making it hard to clean. Now I feel like I can breathe, plus it feels so airy and clean now. My goal is to see stuff as just stuff, like you said, and focus on doing things I really enjoy.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is wonderful, Lainey! Keep up the great progress!
@user-hm5zb1qn6g6 ай бұрын
I'd be willing to bet that sentimentality is the No. 1 roadblock to people's effort at de-cluttering. The faux sentimentality examples were very well done.
@HeronCoyote12343 жыл бұрын
Re your second tip, I’m taking my decluttering one drawer at a time, one cabinet at a time, one shelf at a time (pantry and linen closet). I take pictures of my finished work and keep them in the “Cleared Areas” album on my phone. The most important thing I’m learning about decluttering is, once an area (or drawer, etc) is decluttered, make sure it stays that way every day. Don’t backslide.
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
Definitely! Great tip!
@Angela-os4hk5 жыл бұрын
In the beginning I would donate stuff quickly and without thinking. I just wanted the stuff gone. That was 3 years ago. This past year as I am fine tuning my materials, I put things in a closet for a one month trial separation. This is working well for me.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that system is working well for you!
@alexandra1095 жыл бұрын
I have been helping my Mom declutter and just recommended this to her. She is having trouble decluttering a lot and suggested she have a donate box and the “trial separation box” for the things she isn’t sure of. I told her to put her own timeline on it. (Maybe even 6 months or a year.). But I think this will help her see if she really uses it and realize that she doesn’t really use the items she thinks she does. I want her to feel the control over this process.
@jillgarcia73355 жыл бұрын
Trial Separation-great 💡 idea!
@salexo95 жыл бұрын
Great video. It's true, everybody needs to find their own way. For a while I was really overly determined about minimalizing and kind of forced the process. Now I take a more relaxed approach, I get rid of things when it feels right and when I'm ready to let go. Just this morning I threw away an old keychain I wouldn't have been able to get rid of just a year ago when I started the journey.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is wonderful progress! Keep up the great work!
@judifoster85 жыл бұрын
PERFECT approach for me! Thank you for the sanity. I watched a KZbinr who ditched a denim jacket that she loved and knew that she would wear again. What is the point? Now she will probably go and buy a new denim jacket because she LIKES wearing denim jackets. Perfect example of the first thing you addressed. I also like that you promote the idea of “chunks”. I absolutely MUST work like this or I would have worse piles surrounding me and causing a great deal of anxiety. Your way is pure sanity to me. There is only me to haul stuff out of here....not a whole crew! Thank you for your common sense approach.❤️ I now feel that there is nothing wrong with my “chunk” approach.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Judi! I'm so happy to hear that this was helpful for you!
@julieknudsen11033 жыл бұрын
The sentimental reasons you used for keeping items were nowhere near the kind of sentiments that cause people to hang on to items they don’t use.. Real sentiment comes from items that were given to us from a dear one who has passed on, like a parent or grandparent . Or how about an item that belonged to an ancestor. Mountains of pictures and photo albums of ancestors that were originally taken back in their day. Items you grew up with and you remember what life was like when you used those items even though there’s no need for them today. A childhood toy, gift, or even clothing item.such as a christening gown, dance costume. There’s childhood books, artwork etc. items that even though you don’t necessarily treasure but your loved one did so it had a special place in their home. Memorabilia from your parents service in the military, all the framed pictures they had on the walls of their home that represent their entire life. Those are just some of the things that are very hard to part with. If you are too young to experience this situation, it doesn’t mean you won’t some time in the future. When you hold on to family heirlooms it’s not always because you love that item, it’s because you don’t want to dishonor the person who once used it or loved it. So much harder to deal with than one might think.
@jezabelvandenberg35563 жыл бұрын
Perfectly said......
@asmrrosaa3 жыл бұрын
I once decluttered all my childhood toys and things and sometimes i miss them so much but i can’t keep a room full of childhood things. I think maybe when you want to remember something or someone you can take pictures of it and get rid of some of the stuff
@babichevi79503 жыл бұрын
The choice isn’t all or nothing, between getting rid of everything or keeping a room full of toys. My uncle had a stuffed monkey doll that he kept his entire life. My aunt wanted to throw it out once and he said don’t you dare, he’s my buddy. When my uncle passed away in his 70s, my aunt had the doll buried with him. That one doll probably stood in for a whole childhood of memories.
@englishwithaltini3 жыл бұрын
@@babichevi7950 very well said. You can keep a few items without having to keep EVERY SINGLE THING.
@auberjean68733 жыл бұрын
Julie Knudsen , I feel like your explanation was so complete and eloquent. Thank you for putting into a few, well chosen words what I have tried to explain to others since my parents passed, especially (not knocking it) the Ikea generation.
@StacySanseverino2 жыл бұрын
You literally read my mind! I was thinking today how I would love to just get rid of a bunch of stuff. And how life is getting in the way of me finishing my decluttering process. Thank you for these reminders! Also I was literally talking to somebody two days ago about them not wanting to get rid of books and I told them “ don’t get rid of your books!” People sometimes want to throw the baby out with the bathwater as an excuse not to get started!
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it was helpful, Stacy!
@feylights1664 жыл бұрын
I need my books. I could probably minimalize in other areas, but not books. I go through them now and then, to get rid of ones that don't "spark joy" for me anymore, but I love feeling like I live in a library. I have a Kindle, and that has come in handy, but i still like physical books. In my mind at least, books are more than just items. They contain stories, information. They can transport us to another world, teach us something. For me, this makes them highly beneficial and valuable to a good life. Like Marie Kondo, i also believe in thanking an item when you get rid of it. Call me crazy, but even though it's "just stuff", I believe it is important to acknowledge it.
@10Boomer94 жыл бұрын
I'm a MAJOR book fiend. Annually, I do a book purge. I swear for the 30 books I buy each year, I often only purge like 3-5 books. I'm right there with you. The books I read are usually on the Malcolm Gladwell level. I love books about people issues, history, psychology, politics. So, if I get rid of something it's because it bombed big time and because I left it a very thorough review on amazon why it didn't stay in my library. hahaha
@samantahernandez79284 жыл бұрын
I agree, in my room i only need a place to sleep, a desk or something where i can work and study, my books and some clothes.
@piscessun30874 жыл бұрын
I agree100%
@chaay_chaay4 жыл бұрын
I began to "lend" them a little while ago keeping an it's-ok-if-they-don't-return mindset. It helps but still doesn't apply to all of my books haha and I decided to do so because I feel greedy knowing how much paper and organic supplies are needed to make a single book and only "using" it once. Not really a deccluter deal tbh.
@feylights1664 жыл бұрын
@@reubz8644 as I said, I have a Kindle that I use frequently :) but I also like having physical books
@djf86195 жыл бұрын
Sentimentality. What you said is so true. Sometimes, it is a good thing to invite a a friend who knows you very well to come and help you with decluttering. You won't ask the hard questions yourself. They will. You will be glad you asked for the help.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is true! The outside perspective can be immensely helpful!
@nm94125 жыл бұрын
One time I bought this beautiful dress from a boutique. I loved it, first time I wore it to work, I got fired. Second time, I wore it, I got a speeding ticket. So I kept in my closet then I decided there is bad energy with that dress. I got rid of it.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is quite a story, but it seems like it was a good idea to let go of the bad energy from it!
@badwolf545 жыл бұрын
That’s really silly. Clearly the dress was innocent of all wrongdoing...
@grunge_surf_witch_uk91305 жыл бұрын
nmoss m I agree that would make me feel better about getting rid of it, Wonder If the new owner has bad things happen?
@nm94125 жыл бұрын
Daisystar Shine not sure, but I did not want it on my possession because it also reminded me of bad times.
@FreeChild7775 жыл бұрын
I can’t listen to a certain song for similar reasons. I know better but it’s still difficult
@alexandra1093 жыл бұрын
Great points! I have found in the past that I try to declutter just for the sake of decluttering. On the whole I’m very happy with the level of possessions I own. In the past 3 years I have decluttered approx 75% of what I own. Probably about 80% of what I own gets used on a regular basis. (Although since COVID I’ve found I do stockpile a little bit. Not a lot, but there were some items I just couldn’t get at a few points that I feel the need to hold onto more than I would. IE Toilet paper, pet supplies, etc.). It is just such a freeing feeling to live with less, it can be a bit addictive to declutter.
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
Congrats, Alexandra! This is huge!
@katiecbeauty54695 жыл бұрын
Love the personal aspect. I sometimes wonder why I can’t declutter my makeup down to one bag like some people. But you’re right!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
It is absolutely a personal journey!
@hannahgoodwin51115 жыл бұрын
I have a small basket in my bed room so that I can put things I don't really want anymore in there, then once it's full I drop it off at the charity shop. I also find taking pictures help me let go of things
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is wonderful! Keep up the great work!
@heidefries18254 жыл бұрын
I have done something similar but leave the box in the trunk of my car. As I find things I don't need they leave the house. Goodwill is next to one of the grocery stores I go to so it's easy to drop off regularly as the box fills up.
@maureenclarke81203 жыл бұрын
I have found taking pictures of the items helps me a lot too.
@mariellangsaez3 жыл бұрын
@@maureenclarke8120 same!!
@barbaraness45072 жыл бұрын
We have managed to accumulate way too much stuff! I’m in the process of decluttering, and am really looking forward to having our things more organized. In the past I’ve been way too sentimental about different things, and as a result have a bunch of stuff I’ll probably never need. Your ideas are very helpful, and I look forward to seeing more of your videos.
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad they could help, Barbara!
@AnjLove012 жыл бұрын
Yep true. My mom just tells me to get rid of such and such but i refused to part ways with my books and some bags. I declutter though some clothes and knick knacks and just keep my clutter in the 4corners of my room and sort them out and part ways slowly just so i wont be overwhelmed with everything all at once. I try to be mindful of what i put in though. Also my 3 shihtzus stuff/clothes, essentials take up space on my room too but all in all im happy the way it is organized chaos but soon im on the path to declutter again as a habit and try to be my own minimalist style. To each their own, consider decluttering at your own pace and with your own lifestyle. As i typed this, im cleaning my room and im decluttering too. Happy decluttering!
@heidefries18254 жыл бұрын
One thing we have done at our home is minimize (or in some cases eliminate) the typical gift exchange for birthdays and holidays. Most of the stuff we received as gifts was ending up in the donation box so in the end it was just a waste (not to mention the environmental impact). We save a lot of $$$ and instead buy items we really want or need. We still celebrate events but without all the trappings. Instead we go out to dinner or do something like a day trip. As a result, I enjoy the holidays a whole lot more now.
@just_some_makeup_pans51285 жыл бұрын
Good video, very refreshing. I declutter about 6 months for real now and it feels really good. Even my husband says it's very nice because you have to clean less in the house. He started decluttering his tools and stuff now aswell and he is so proud about it.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is great to hear, Denise!
@beckymasoner75295 жыл бұрын
When we moved in 2000 we had boxes and boxes that we had not opened clear up until 2012. We went thru the and shredded anything that was not needed that had personal info. And donated anything good. We trashed the rest. Awesome feeling. Now we are doing it again to move.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That's great, Becky! Moving is such a nice opportunity for a fresh start!
@soniasteckle55485 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video and insight. I feel so many people take so much way too literal and don’t live the life they want. Visualization of your ultimate life carries so much truth.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, Sonia!
@MarielaMerino5 жыл бұрын
I love the book example you mentioned. a lot of videos I've watched says to declutter them. I've only decluttered books im not interested in. but books make me happy!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I love that books make you happy! :)
@dcaseyrowe5 жыл бұрын
I struggle with book decluttering, too. This is my first year of not teaching, and I wonder, "Will I go back?" The books are important if I do because I'm a researcher--you can't replace these w a KZbin search. So, I started separating them... ones I thing I might use, ones I used because school didn't really give resources and I wrote my own material, and ones I LOVE. I gave the "in case" to a fellow historian to start his school's academic library. If I don't go back next year, I'll give the second group to them, too. And I'll always have "too many" of the ones I love but at least it'll be a few less, lol.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
It is cool to hear from fellow and former educators! I can imagine the challenges that books pose from a research perspective, since you probably need a lot of materials!
@dcaseyrowe5 жыл бұрын
@@AbundantlyMinimal I probably don't need them as much as I think I do... I used to cycle through them, and since we didn't know what we were teaching till sometimes a week (one year 2 days!!!) before school, I was afraid to let them go. I'm actually writing about all this now--and it touches on minimalism/decluttering/finances. That's why I was so happy when I found your channel. I was editing the final draft of the book, happy that there are other educators who get it:)
@greenkitty825 жыл бұрын
Yes the thing I mainly own myself are books but if you are going to refer to them again and/or loved the story, then keep it. If not, give it to someone else to read and love. Most of my books are self help/reference books on subjects but any that are story books are classics and ones I know I will read again. But in general most books once I've read them I pass on.
@jenniferpickering48024 жыл бұрын
I still have my prom dress... from 8-9 years ago. Your sentimental part really made me realize I don’t need to keep them.... I have pictures of me in the dresses so why am I keeping them?
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad it was helpful, Jennifer!
@JL-iu7fk4 жыл бұрын
Consign it, sell it on Mecari, bless someone use FREECYLE.
@jenniferpickering48024 жыл бұрын
Joy Lake I ended up donating it. It’s from YEARS ago, super out of date now lol
@robinholbrook65763 жыл бұрын
I have my prom dress from 1963. My girls wore it and my 17 year old granddaughter will wear it. Then, maybe, I shall give it away.
@GlitterCreek2603 жыл бұрын
I have my prom dress from 1974 and keeping it, it's not in the way...
@charisma-hornum-fries5 жыл бұрын
I live in Denmark with 4 very different seasons. I have decided to go through my stuff after each season. That way I can evaluate on how much I’ve used it and what is not useful anymore. I also forget what I use from the summer clothes when it’s winter time. Exactly because I don’t want to reinvest in things.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is an excellent strategy, Charisma!
@mimimo60105 жыл бұрын
I decided for myself to stop watching decluttering videos from people living in Florida or other warm places Florida person: "Look at this! I have THREE SWEATERS! Who needs THREE SWEATERS!" Me: *cries in danish*
@Shamsa5255 жыл бұрын
I like the idea of decluttering by seasons. This way I am not waiting for the season to come. Live in Chicago so I go through all the seasons. Thanks
@peggysueprater42055 жыл бұрын
Live in KY. Typically have a touch of four seasons Decluttered summer clothes as I put them away for the season. Now have 3, yes only 3 plastic storage containers of summer clothes. I change sizes about once every 3 years so got to keep some fat clothes and some skinny clothes (not efficient i know). Worked well this past summer when I lost 45 pounds as I had skinny clothes to fall back on. Concerned will be dragging out the fatter clothes summer 2019. Haven't bought anything except thermal leggings since at least fall 2017.
@Astri_B4 жыл бұрын
I do the same but at the beginning of the next season for the next season. I usually see items I do not want to wear anymore, are too small or just worn out and then I think I don't want to wear this anymore and throw it out. Then I usually think about what items I need, in what colors I would like them and look out for those items. I also write these items down so I know that these are the exact items that I need
@raphaelsylla8765 жыл бұрын
This is great! I always end up more items after decluterring then the same thing happens on the next decluttering session that I'll be doing. With the small amount of time that I have like every week due to the demands of being an adult, this is a great way to stop getting more clutter than I am supposed to have. Thank you!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it was helpful!
@nsbhater5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for pointing out that we are all different with different lifestyles 🙏 I needed that. I have already tossed things I had to re-purchase as I used it much more than the person decluttering online. Thank you so, so much!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy it was helpful! I think there are many people who have done the same thing as you, but we all value different things differently!
@mayathebraveofkitwanga4484 жыл бұрын
I recently threw away some things I need now. Had to buy new stuff. It cost a lot. Lesson learned. First put it away (in a box or smth) and then see how you live without these things. Then decide.
@funniful4 жыл бұрын
Maya The Brave of Kitwanga this is my fear.
@Astri_B4 жыл бұрын
What kind of things did you end up having to buy again? Just to get an idea of what kind of things to be careful when purging
@briderk3 жыл бұрын
Very sensible tips!! Loved it!! So far, I just heard people saying to get rid of everything, no matter what and I felt very uncomfortable with this... At least I found you, someone balanced!! Thanks lots
@vivi24294 жыл бұрын
For someone whose native language is not English, you were very clear and easy to understand. Thanks!
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm really happy to hear that!
@maleidi5 жыл бұрын
I too have a toothbrush case that I use to keep a knife when we go to the outdoors! It's safe and the kids never touch it 😁
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea!
@maryolson36775 жыл бұрын
This was great. Years ago I bought an espresso machine. The first few years I used it a lot but haven't used it for quite a few years. BUT, I keep moving it. It's only been this past move that had me thinking, I really should donate that. But I haven't. This has helped me realize the time has come.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad the video was helpful, Mary!
@marybilderback40305 жыл бұрын
these sell really well on ebay
@seagullpoet3 жыл бұрын
My number one declutter tip is don’t drink alcohol while tossing things out. You’ll get overly sentimental. And before long you’re sidetracked from the mission.
@quickgirl803 жыл бұрын
Good one! 🤣
@someoneelse55813 жыл бұрын
😂💕👏🥴
@SlugcatEmporium5 жыл бұрын
I know this is more of a "recent" older video, but I enjoy going back and rewatching your content when it pops up on my recommended list. The reminders are useful!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to hear that!
@Young-lw6yd4 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched so many of these videos and most of them say to get rid of makeup and I just could never imagine doing that. It never occured to me that makeup doesn’t bring any joy into THEIR life, but it can to mine. Idk why I never thought of that 😭 Definitely still need to declutter it though 😳
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
A helpful phrase I use is "keep the best, declutter the rest", which could help you sort out your favorite items from the ones that didn't quite work as well as you'd hoped!
@phyliciajoykloes5 жыл бұрын
It's the new year. Last year, I started off decluttering. This year, I'll continue.
@rebeccatreeseed4105 жыл бұрын
I have 45 feet of bookshelf space... One in one out. That is as minimal as I get, because I would live in a library.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@newlywedbeth5 жыл бұрын
Books are my biggest concern. Every room (including the bathroom) has a bookshelf with 3 or more shelves. More than half of the shelves are double stacked, so I can't even see the titles of the books hiding behind. My rules 1. Go slow. Purge one shelf at a time as you think of it while watching TV or listening to music. 2. If I can get a copy at the library purge it. 3. If I have never read it, why? Get rid of it unless you have always wanted to read it. 4. Best buddy books - gotta keep. It's okay. You'll probably read it again. And again.
@johnbaker65724 жыл бұрын
Interesting
@sunflowers7304 жыл бұрын
The real deal, I disagree. I got rid of all the dictionaries, thesaurus' and the like a few years ago, because with Google, who needs hard copies taking up space?
@Acrylara3 жыл бұрын
I adopted the one in one out rule. If I get a new book, I need to find an old one to get rid of, if I want a new shirt I need to get rid of an old one etc. Helped me a lot. If I notice that I still love the things I own and I can't bring myself to get rid of something? Then I don't need the new thing. It really makes you think twice about getting something.
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
Definitely! Nice work, Lara!
@angerock493 жыл бұрын
Refreshing to hear a measured approach to this! It's stressful when you get the impression that the people who live with like thirty items total are TheBest™, it's nice to hear more balanced advice :)
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear that!
@everythingdiamonds4 жыл бұрын
Yknow what helped me most with getting rid of sentimental stuff that made no sense to keep I just posted it to Instagram or took a picture of it y'know keep it but not physically it gives this release form
@eleanoreagly48443 жыл бұрын
My declutter strategy is to ask myself if the item has enough value, monetarily or emotionally, to pay for moving to my next home in three years. Those items with some value were sold via Facebook Marketplace. Included items a sibling sent home with me for which I had no use, nor did my adult children. Priced items less than thrift store to entice a buyer. The thrift stores were over whelmed with donations of people decluttering. Have many more items to post for sale for porch pickup in the spring. Never follow the 6 month rule as frequently go to my stash of fabric, plywood, hardware to create something for gifting.
@LAROBINSON1ON15 жыл бұрын
I like how you gave a sample of stories to the items we keep, Also like the way you design your steps keep doing what you do.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked it!
@maryriehm47523 жыл бұрын
I motivate. By picking a decor. Style. Like a fresh paint color. New shelf. That prompts me to clean a space And paint. Fresh and clean !! So nice
@stefaniecarina11154 жыл бұрын
I declutter every day. It became kind of an addiction. I don't really know why
@JL-iu7fk4 жыл бұрын
I want to be have that addiction!
@tanapoomch2 жыл бұрын
I think this is the most useful guide on how to start Declutter. My space is totally a mess now, let's just start at the small part first.
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You got this!
@mischake5 жыл бұрын
When I try to declutter I always stumble upon stuff like "I don't remember you but I should... somebody gave you to me and I don't want to insult them..." so I keep it xD
@DivineSoul9995 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a hoarder
@nefarious69865 жыл бұрын
I've found that I keep things that I "might find to be useful in the future" (rarely is that the case...)
@sannewalraven77234 жыл бұрын
If I haven’t used it within a year of getting it, I’m getting rid of it. By that time the person who gave it to you has probably forgotten it. Sometimes I know I won’t use it in the year to come, but I still keep it cause throwing it out immediately feels a bit asshole-ish 😂 but after a year? It can go.
@mischake4 жыл бұрын
@@sannewalraven7723 agreed. I've gotten way more into decluttering since I posted my original comment
@dancingnature3 жыл бұрын
Stuff like that that’s unused I tend to Donate.
@brenda.lizeth5 жыл бұрын
I've seen houses with a LOT of clutter, making me want to declutter, even though i don't have a lot of things, especially like "them", i believe that the minimal things there is, the better! Just my preference 🤷♀️😁
@mog-gyveroneill25004 жыл бұрын
I am overwhelmed with my stuff (I have a lot of my kids things who have moved out, and stuff my mum, and daughter left behind after they passed, to the extent that I have closed off some of my doors, and tried out of sight, out of mind..nope! Taking it all out at the same times just overwhelms me to stress out levels, and it gets left! This month (Nov. 2019) I really hit rock bottom when the stuff literally needed to be moved out of the way to get to a cupboard!! It's actually making my stomach hurt just thinking of it, and I am psyched to get started. I do get overly sentimental about the stuff, but they need the chance to shine in someone else's life, so I know it's not really 'gone'. I might even just take arty angled snaps of some things, and make a gallery wall in sepia, black and white, etc, so the memories are still evoked as and when..
@TooJubeJM14 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain, especially for those you have lost. Declutter slowly. There is no rush.
@atlantic22334 жыл бұрын
Taking pics of the items and making a gallery wall is a wonderful way to salute and honor their lives! Maybe include a few pics of them or you with them too?
@taketime06264 жыл бұрын
I hold on to items because I get sad thoughts because I say “if my kid was to pass...I would’ve wished I kept that”. I have been in the process of letting go and have even had a dumpster delivered. I’m on day 5... I started with things I KNEW without a doubt was trash. Now I’m into the sentimental things. If I become overwhelmed or start to become too emotional I take a break or move on to a different box. My strategy is to TRY to keep half and let go of half of each box. If it gets emotional I will go move onto something like a “junk drawer”. Sometimes it’s a small thing I de clutter... even if it’s as simple as an old purse. I am also realizing I need to be patient through this process. Keeping in mind what I have done and not thinking of what is still left to do. I just keep moving one box, or drawer, or whatever at a time. And I don’t get discouraged if there seems to be a box that I just can’t “halve” at the moment.... I’ll just ask myself to maybe pick just three things from the box to let go of today. I’m decluttering because I have toooo much stuff and it causing me stress. And because I don’t want my children to have to worry about all my “stuff”, should I pass on. I want them to know where to find the photo albums and the scrapbooks, and the legos(lol). It’s been rewarding so far, although I still have a long way to go. I’ve been able to find things that meant a lot but were hidden or buried by things that didn’t mean as much. And right now my rule is.....”nothing more comes in the house until I am done the first round”. My daughter saw two xmas items I put outside to give away... and she really wanted to keep them... so I told her you can keep them only if you go find two other xmas items from the box to get rid of 👍. My kids are 20 and 21.... somethings I get their input on what they might want me to keep. Those moments have been nice because I learn what kind of things they find sentimental. ( often it is different than what I find sentimental ). It’s nice to hear their point of view. That’s been the most rewarding part of this journey. Good luck to everyone out there who is trying to let go. I find that many things spark the same memory or old feeling. So if I have 10 things that spark a feeling or memory.. I will try to keep maybe only 3 of them.
@yeevonn34 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry.. my mini walk in wardrobe is filled to the rim! I can’t access clothes hung inside unless I moved everything out. It’s so stressful!!! I’m stuck with wearing what’s near the door and drawers mostly :(
@christinebeames23114 жыл бұрын
Mog-Gyver O'Neill you have had a lot of pain , how terrible , I love what you said about their things having a chance to shine on someone else’s life , when my husband died , a friend said ,’ don’t cry because they are gone , smile because they were here ,xxxxx
@thewolfisawake5 жыл бұрын
I tend to keep diaper boxes, and use them to declutter one room (or multiple if need be) when I use up the diapers. I think it helps me keep the clutter down reasonably well. I usually go through a box a month and there's a lot of time I never have anything to declutter. I'm sure as my son gets older that'll change though lol
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a great strategy!
@TheRenatinha833 жыл бұрын
To me, the best tip is starting with a small part of a room like a part of your closet or shoes or drawers, not everything at once cause many times you get tired and things will just gets worst. Start small, you will not clean fast, it took me two weeks just for my room, but it is such a nice system I keep the organization for years. Don’t do that thing that you take all of your clothes put on the floor and then clean, you will give up eventually and put all of the stuff back in the closet but now will be ten times worst cause you will not organize them back, probably just throw them and convince yourself that you will fix it later, this day never comes.
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
Great tips, Renata!
@terryharrington26622 жыл бұрын
I needed to listen to this video twice! Good stuff! Thank you!
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, Terry!
@StephaniRoberts5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This is one if the most sane videos I’ve seen. So many are falling into a trend and hype and radically parting with things they regret later. Subscribed! 😊
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the channel! :)
@StephaniRoberts5 жыл бұрын
Abundantly Minimal Thanks!
@estrellacasiano79573 жыл бұрын
I have found useful to take pictures of certain items like souvenirs or random things I’m attached to but don’t need
@70sobsession55 жыл бұрын
I like to think that the things i donated are being used, not just sitting in my attic or basement being wasted.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Paying it forward is the best!
@AMcDub0708 Жыл бұрын
I find that the longer I hold on to something, even if it wasn’t sentimental in the beginning it becomes sentimental SHEERLY due to the fact I’ve had it for so long!! Better to get rid of clutter before it feels like it becomes part of you 😂
@sandraozio28725 жыл бұрын
Hello, dear Sarah! Let me share something interesting about my decluttering habits. During pre-menstrual periods I get pretty crazy about decluttering, it's soooo easy to find things to get rid of and I feel soooo good about that! I would say I haven't regretted any of my decisions. However, I would warn the girls here to be careful during emotional instability. In my case, I would empty the house if I could hahaha! Maybe for some other people, they can get even more attached to the items. Have you ever thought about that specific woman's period and how it affects your decision-making? Nothing scientific, by no means, just my personal experience.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, Sandra! I had not heard of this before, but I bet there are others who feel the same way. Thanks!
@alexandra1095 жыл бұрын
I absolutely agree that I feel my hormones do impact my “cleaning” and “decluttering”. When I’ve discussed this with the women in my family they have told me it’s normal because we prepare for a family during different times of our cycle. Certain times of my cycle I’m lethargic and less neat than others, but other times I want to have a very neat and tidy home and during these times I want to reorganize and declutter everything!
@sandraozio28725 жыл бұрын
@@alexandra109 Wow! Finally found someone with the same feelings and behavior! I didn't mentioned that, but having a neat and reorganized home is part of the process as well. This month I have been doing so many things in terms of organization, cleaning, decluttering and decor (hormons + new year preparation hahaha). Awesome to read your comments. Greetings from Brazil! Happy New Year!
@mrswieauchimmer29835 жыл бұрын
So true
@lesleyhubble29765 жыл бұрын
Sandra ozio I was the same, when I had a menstral cycle. I'm menopausel now and still get like it
@laurawalker36875 жыл бұрын
TIp#4 was exactly what I needed to hear. So much of my stuff has 'stories' and that's why I keep it. Now I'll be able to be more conscious of wether the story is real or fabricated. Oh, and I'm keeping my books! (Well, most of them, anyway!)
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad that it was helpful, Laura!
@candaceelizabethanne4755 жыл бұрын
Yes!!I value your "common sense" that is not so common.Good stuff!
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@monix34 жыл бұрын
For me the hardest things to declutter are greeting cards, old photos, drawings, receipts and clothes. Since I don't live at home anymore I give clothes to my mum's house and she donates them/throws them away. Because I never could do it myself :D great video btw.
@bruriadraiman59774 жыл бұрын
moni x I’ve found that I can sometimes get rid of those sentimental items more easily if I photograph them first. That way I can still look at them and reminisce if I want to without having them take up space.
@monix34 жыл бұрын
@@bruriadraiman5977 great idea. I need to declutter some digital things too. Than I can save some that really matter. Thanx for advice.
@bruninhamrso4 жыл бұрын
I think people get more emotionally attached when the items seem to have been expensive and or could have some monetary value. We live in times where almost everything is replaceable so if is seems to have costed a buck too much, not easy to get rid of.
@m.rachele4 жыл бұрын
Sunk Cost! =)
@ES-go9ue5 жыл бұрын
I moved to Tucson AZ and majorly decluttered beforehand. Got rid of a few things I regret, but after the fact it was too late. Really don't miss anything. I had stuff under my bed I didn't look at for 5 years. Gone. 2 giant stacks of books and a ton of clothes& shoes
@cerachaos4 жыл бұрын
I am overly sentimental about some of the art junk in my home because it was my mom's and she died... but I don't used at least 75% of it 😭
@kittenmimi53263 жыл бұрын
What kind of art? You can put it in a neat storage box which you can stack... or anything so that it wouldn't look like clutter. And just declutter other things.
@sjordan70853 жыл бұрын
I don't have a Kindle, but love my books. I even brought many of my Father's books half way across the world with me. My mother was a teacher, and my Father a 'bookworm' who literally used the arms of his armchair as book.shelves. What can I say, I came by it naturally. My mother always said that as long as you have a good book, you always have a good friend! My daughter writes grants for a non-profit that puts books into the hands of low income children. Needless to say, my two year old grand-daughter has been enjoying books since she was a very young baby, and this 'Grammy' has started writing children's books. Mrs. Hellis, AKA Beatrix Potter, was not the only one to love rabbits!
@CraftingandRelaxing5 жыл бұрын
Great points, like for me, I want things minimal EXCEPT in my craft room! 😂
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I love it! :)
@Scott-on2er4 жыл бұрын
having aessy craft drawer makes me feel more professional in a way lol
@Peej3134 жыл бұрын
I feel the same about my craft room... but time to get rid of the old and make room for new stuff!!!🤪😍😍
@deekang62444 жыл бұрын
I completely agree. I can get by with lots less stuff in every room but the craft and print stuff. Like books, writing, etc. But yes, less stuff everywhere else, fine.
@rustedvulture89742 жыл бұрын
I’m so overwhelmed by the amount of stuff I have to clean, and this really helped. Thanks!
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad this video could help!
@lotionspotions31435 жыл бұрын
Recent subscriber. Really like your content Sarah - succinct, well thought out guidance for people trying to get to grips with their possessions. Thank you! 👍
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to hear that! Welcome to the channel! :)
@nancie74872 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad I can keep my books I have scaled them down. But now I have mostly out of print books. My daughter keeps telling me to get rid of all my books I never have time to read them anyway well now I do she's grown and gone. She's moving out of state. I don't have or desire to watch Television!!
@thevintageenglishman5 жыл бұрын
Clutter is in the eye of the beholder what is right for one person is not for the next... it's a personal journey of freeing up your life of the unneeded things in your life and there is no one size fits all in this.... I'm on a declutter at the moment well the last year....... getting rid of all the excess flotsum and jetsam of life but keeping an eye of what makes me who I am......
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work, Neil!
@TheDriftwoodlover5 жыл бұрын
So true!
@janicerc49065 жыл бұрын
I've been a fan of decluttering for a number of years. Commenting on the sentimental issues, when I give anybody a gift I always tell them if you have to get rid of this you're not getting rid of me you were just getting rid of an object that I gave you.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, Janice!
@surlygale10825 жыл бұрын
There's a dress i think of often, sad that I moved it forward before I figured out I could have worn an undershirt so it wouldn't be so low cut as to make me feel self-conscious. I kept the second dress I purchased at the same time, because it wasn't as low cut, and wore it quite a lot. What's funny now is tho' I still think of the dress I gave away maybe too soon, is that the second dress that I kept went out in the last batch because it's too small now. So here I am, still thinking sadly about a dress that would be too small now to wear anyway! I just laughed aloud at how silly I can be sometimes
@kathleenmeaney41302 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for all the advice it the best advice so far my one thing is to keep stuff to long as i dont drive and ask my daughter to take me to the charity shop she always says nobody will want it just bin it .i say no somebody will be grateful x
@AbundantlyMinimal2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, Kathleen! One person's clutter can definitely be another person's treasure!
@MsOLWYNN5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sarah. Yes I am guilty of taking things back inside from the declutter boxes going to the thrift store. Fortunately, they in most cases, do get a second "thank you and goodbye". eg. the cardigan with the hole in it that I am most likely NEVER going to mend. 😂
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
I like your "thank you and goodbye" approach! Thanks Olwyn!
@johannaspengler20895 жыл бұрын
A cardigan with a hole should actually not even go to a thrift store.
@FrogeniusW.G.3 жыл бұрын
Very pleasant way of talking/speaking!♡ Normaly I do not like those "just sitting in front of the camera and talking" videos, without many "pictures" to much. But you have a very appealing personality, it's nice to listen. I can imagine you're a good teacher and your students like & appreciate you. ♡ 👍
@AbundantlyMinimal3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate it! Thank you!
@lizanna63904 жыл бұрын
I've kept my hoodie from uni and cheerleading uniform, that's my only sentimental stuff.
@classicrocklover56155 жыл бұрын
Motown music always puts me in the mood to clean and declutter. Before I know it, I'm singing along and often dancing as I go.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Heck yes! Music makes it so much more fun!
@carris3ringcircus3905 жыл бұрын
Good video👍 I keep a big drawer of candles. I probably have 25. But that's fine with me because I love to switch them out throughout the house. And they have a place and cause me no stress.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That's wonderful you love candles so much!
@carris3ringcircus3905 жыл бұрын
@@AbundantlyMinimal lol.. I just agree with your approach. Like I only have 6 pair of shoes. That's how many I personally need, love and use. Some might have 2 pair and some might have 30. As long as it not causing you stress go for it. But I do think a lot of people aren't aware how much their Stuff it causing anxiety. More to clean, take care of, and move to clean around lol 😪 We're a family of 5. So we have a lot of STUFF. But it's a constant thing to let go of STUFF we don't need anymore so we can enjoy the things we do. My kids are great about it. About once a week they have a hamper sitting outside of their bedroom of things ,shoes or clothes they they don't need or cant fit. People are always shocked when they seen my 6 year olds bedroom, He has his bed, a tent And his play table with one box of wooden blocks, a container of Legos, and a container of Army men. Then a few Nerf Guns. And that's it. With his Birthday money he bought a flashlight a fishing pole sunglasses and water boots 😂 Its what he wanted and thought he needed.👍 Not a bunch of junk toys that will end up swept up and in the trash.
@jewel84395 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your tip about not getting over-sentimental about items, and that you didn't include photographs or stuffed animals. Your examples were really helpful too
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jewel! I'm happy to hear that!
@shirsmi55335 жыл бұрын
Got out all my diet books. Placed all on the bed. Sorted into stacks. Favorite. So-so. Not read. Spent 15 minutes flipping through the not read. Filled paper sack with the ones not in favorite stack. Sealed it with sealing tape and wrote on it Diet Books and drove to local library where they accept donations. Done. 👏🏻. Tomorrow another genre. This helped me see just how many books I had on one subject. I realized I did *not* need them all. 🎉
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
YES YES YES!!! So proud of you!
@misshavisham32204 жыл бұрын
For me, it also helps to try to establish a realistic idea of how long a project will take (which comes with "practice"). If I want to clean out the cabinet under the sink, for example, I know it will take me an hour. If I want to go through my closet, top to bottom, shoes and purses included, I know it will take me an afternoon. If I want to weed through all my Christmas decorations, I plan on that taking a weekend. This helps me plan my time and establish which projects I might tackle next, based on the amount of time I have available. I'll clean out the storage area under my oven if I have a free hour, and I save the projects that take the most time for a snowy, winter weekend. Then I'm less stressed/frustrated if I can't finish reorganizing the potting shed in one afternoon. ☺
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
This is definitely a great strategy! Sometimes people get overwhelmed by trying to take on too much!
@ec89275 жыл бұрын
The book purging is tough for me because the internet is so distracting. Books can keep me busy.
@AbundantlyMinimal5 жыл бұрын
That is a wonderful part about books that I appreciate too! I can't have too many tabs open when I'm reading!
@ec89275 жыл бұрын
Katie gp books are still cheaper and easier for all people even those without smartphones/tablets and WiFi.
@Mrs.Silversmith5 жыл бұрын
Yeah my husband and I love books and own a great many. Over the past few years we have reduced the number of books we own gradually down to about half. Our system is to keep books that we will use for reference, reread, or want to save for our children to read. Its amazing how many we were able to let go of when we examined whether they would actually get any additional use. I expect we will always have a lot of books but at least we are being more intentional about which ones we are keeping.
@sct40405 жыл бұрын
Keep your books, especially those that are out of print. There are many book not digitized. Those of us who loves to read can't do without. Declutter home decor, and clothes, instead, hate the knickknacks.
@beebee79633 жыл бұрын
@@AbundantlyMinimal I love books and have carried a book with me everywhere I went ever since I learned how to read. My bookshelves are full of wonderful books. I am a senior citizen now and am moving to a small apartment and am leaving the books for the new owners of my home. My life is so much easier now with renting kindle books from the library for free, and am even able to read the books on my cell phone, enlarging the print!!!
@evelyndorman53014 жыл бұрын
I find that your videos are the most sensible and accessible ones when it comes to decluttering. Where I get hung up is how to get rid of stuff which one of your previous videos addressed - I don't want to just trash it all if it can be recycled and repurposed properly. A lot of the KZbin influencers just throw stuff into the trash that could be donated. Of course it is difficult during this pandemic to find an open donation center. As a newly retired teacher, I can't find new homes for my 25 year collection of books, classroom items and realia because most schools will not be open this fall. The stuff is stressing me out.
@AbundantlyMinimal4 жыл бұрын
This is a great question, Evelyn! First, congratulations on your retirement! I'm not sure if this helps, but I remember that back when I first became a teacher, my friend and I went to this "teacher yard sale", where a retired teacher was giving away any teaching materials that were of interest. It was in a college town, so I'm guess the retired teacher contacted a staff member in the teaching program and told us about it. I'm not sure if there would be people in your town or in nearby school districts that would be interested, but it could be worth asking!
@evelyndorman53014 жыл бұрын
@@AbundantlyMinimal I've thought of doing that but I have a niche market as a French teacher, so I have tried to sell stuff in the Facebook marketplace to no avail. I have given a lot of my stuff away for free. I live in the greater Chicagoland area and may just have a rummage sale for teachers only before school starts even though many high schools are online this fall.
@hollyjayne70334 жыл бұрын
I found the issue that I wanted to hold onto items that I want to pass to my children that were passed to me although I had no use for them. My fix was I took a box and I put my favourite pieces in and then stored it in my attic.