Aimless Clutter Turns into Hoarding | The 10lb Rule That Will Change Your Life

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out these decluttering tips to help you find space and harmony in your home, your life, and your business. kzbin.info/aero/PLh1fKdNH3piSzkFQR1FhoHgJ5fq3TvvOs

[@emmabrown5787]

This is so, so true....looking at all the chaos in my environment (both mentally and physically) and I can see that it all accumulated because of those tiny choices made everyday....

[@AskAngelaBrown]

The same is true with rerouting our choices. The changes don't happen overnight but the compound effect of making smart choices enhances the quality of life, adds energy and confidence to our day. Thanks for watching. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. 🤗🤗🤗

[@WorldOfNicky]

You’re not alone Emma. I’m here with you in this chaotic house/mindset. Maybe we can both set our timer for an hour today and see how much we can get done in one little area? Or even start with just 15 mins, and see how you feel after. That always helps me. Then I end up just continuing on and by the end of it I feel so proud. You got this Emma 🧡

[@WorldOfNicky]

Ps. Wanted to add a second comment. You know something I really adore about you and your team of cleaning experts is that you don’t just clean a home and go on your merry way. You’re here and I’m sure in person providing life long skills to people who either may not know how to keep up with their homes or weren’t taught as children the value of a clean environment. You could easily keep all these tools to yourself and let people’s homes become messy again to make more $. But instead, you pride yourself on empathy and helping people instead of just a paycheck. That’s a beautiful quality to have. You show so much love and empathy to your clients and KZbin family and I just want to say a deep heartfelt thank you to you! I wish I could seriously go to lunch with you and just listen to you talk for hours haha! ♥️ Thank YOU for caring!!!

[@christinebudz1235]

Nicky Bee - Very well put! Great comment!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, Nicky for reaching out and for your very generous and kind words. We're all in this thing called life together - we're all here to help and lift each other up. Thanks for caring and for helping me leave the world a cleaner place. 🙏

[@lindatisue733]

Love that you are speaking about the underlying problems and offering solutions, it is a great service.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback Linda, I appreciate it!

[@harrietcraig7817]

This is the best analogy about clutter I’ve ever heard. I used to tell my husband that “daily neglect” was the cause of the clutter issue, but the way you described how things creep up on you is basically perfect-about all of life. You really are the SUM of all of your daily decisions.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, Harriet for watching. And you're right about the daily neglect. Thanks for sharing this. 💛💛💛

[@people_watcher]

You have the best way with words. This video helped me a lot this morning. As always thank you for your great presentation and advice!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

How kind of you. Thanks for watching and for spending a few minutes of your day here with me. 🙏

[@carrie3537]

Hi Angela. This is a great way to look at life in general. It is so true. When we neglect our bodies, our health suffers and when we neglect our home, our home and health suffers. Thank you for this video snd this content. I enjoy this so much. I think you help so many people.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, Carrie for watching and for taking the time to drop me a line. It's true, when you are aware, you have choices. 💛💛💛

[@nancyparker2199]

You're so right. Couldn't have sed it any better.

[@jilliebean2574]

I love the analogy you make between our bodies and our homes. I actually need it more for my body than my home, but it's really how I know if I'm going overboard on my home and it's time to do a declutter/donation. I enjoy your videos so much, Angela. It's more than our houses or cleaning, it's about life. Thank you!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Jillie for the vote of confidence. It's great to have you in my little corner of the world. 🤗

[@yohendryy]

I came here looking for tips to clean my toilet, I have been reciebing life lessons from this Amazing woman since

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for the kind comment. 👍

[@rachelrose20]

Soo glad Angela is in my life. Always positive, realistic and supportive. Thank you 🙏 love from England ❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hooray! Love back from the USA ❤ And thanks for the kind words. You put a smile on my face. Thank you. 🙏

[@rachelrose20]

@@AskAngelaBrown So happy, thank you Angela ❤️

[@adm6785]

Ohhhhh Angela, you outdid yourself on this one!! Really hit home for me. Thank you!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Audrey for watching and taking the time to reach out. It's great to hear from you. :-)

[@ruthmorey101]

Omg…so this is what I’ve done! Aimless clutter in my walk in closet, my vanity and a corner in my bedroom. Plus aimless weight gain!! 😬😩 Thanks for the video and your approach at tackling the problem.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hey Ruth, we are all in this together. The aimless part is the trick. Stuff sneaks by while we are busy focusing on the important stuff. Keep me posted, I'm here rooting for you. 🤗🤗🤗

[@MissBellaboo702]

Love this vlog. It makes total sense. Very wise words.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, thanks so much for the vote of confidence. It's great to have you here. 💛

[@Fire-Queen]

"I'm in this video, and I don't like it" wow! Thank you for these insights, I'm currently working on my weight and hoard, and this helps reframing it. ❤️👍🏼

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You got this! So glad that you are woking on yourself, you can do it! I'm rooting for you!🙌🙌

[@Fire-Queen]

@@AskAngelaBrown as a new subscriber, thank you for showing up with so much empathy and love, so we all may learn new things! ❤️🥰👍🏼

[@Mary-ui4im]

Absolutely perfect advice!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think so! And thank you for taking the time to watch and comment, I appreciate it!

[@burghbrat3319]

Angela, thanks for your compassion and empathy. The health department wouldn't condemn my home, but the white-glove brigade wouldn't approve it either. The craft supplies and paper clutter -- especially mail -- can become overwhelming in short order. Thank you for understanding and not judging.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for leaving a comment, I appreciate you.

[@peggymann925]

You're so wise! I love this tip, and while I don't think I'm a hoarder, sometimes I think I'm headed there (crafts). Your tip here can be applied to so many areas, thanks for this one!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! So glad that the video was helpful. You got this Peggy!

[@justdi3347]

Hi Peggy! I agree with you as I love collecting yarn because I’m a crocheted! I use my stash but it’s always fun to buy more especially when there’s a clearance. I also paint furniture and love buy paint but I put it on the back burner and say I’ll get to it. I Must apply Angela’s tips and use what I have THEN BUT MORE. Enjoy your weekend 🦋🌻

[@burghbrat3319]

Crafts! Say no more. That stuff can take over. Have you ever bought something you KNOW you already have but can't find it? I'm really good at keeping some areas clean and clutter-free, but when it comes to craft supplies, I am such a mess.

[@janisboyd1619]

Dana K. White talks about the container concept, which can apply to a drawer, a cabinet and even the whole house. It doesn't matter how good something is, you have set a limit, and if you want something then you have to get rid of something else. I like how you allow a little leeway but not much. No one can have it all and be happy. Thanks for all you share and your compassion in helping others!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing this. Yes, Dana is an amazing person and so helpful with helping others set boundaries. Contrary to popular belief it is not the boundaries that constrict our freedom - it's the boundaries that set us free. 💛💛💛

[@hgmuldowney]

Thank you for the story about the 10lb window. That is helpful to organizing my life!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it! And thank you for watching the video. You got this! 🙂

[@scarletletter2847]

I thought my clothes were shrinking and the mirrors were tilted. Haha! Took a health issue to see reality and make serious changes. ...Your advice is so practical, wise, and kind...you seem like that big sister I wish I had. 💖

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh wow, thanks so much for your kind words. I'm so glad you're paying better attention to your health. You only get one you and you deserve a healthy body with vivaciousness and energy. I wish you continued wellness. And yes, I can always use another sister. Woot Woot! 🤗🤗🤗

[@mzcyberbat]

The better you get (diet or decluttering) the more you want to continue with it

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes!! Keep at it, you got this!

[@1234cheerful]

You hit the nail on the head again, Angela! I have been going through my stuff and putting things in the donation box or the trash, not a lot but it's a start. I really appreciate how polite you are even as you give us the bad news, and share your own experience.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Every little bit helps! Thanks so much for sharing. 😊

[@Okiepharmer]

Gosh, this video is a year old, but I needed this message TODAY & I was ready to hear it TODAY. I’m going to rewatch it everyday until my clutter is managed.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Kelsey, you got this!!! Seding you positive vibes and hugs. I'm rooting for you. 😊🤗🙏

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Kelsey, Hooray! I'm so happy you've joined me here. Thanks for the feedback and keep me posted. I'm here rooting for you. 😍

[@valeriepreston9756]

I discover something new every time I watch!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@slowmochicken]

Angela, you're like a life coach!! Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow, thank you so much for your kind words, but I'm far from it!

[@christinebudz1235]

Hey, Angela! Colleen is right - - you ARE a wonderful life coach! For me, and after reading comments, for many of us! 🙂. You are such a blessing!! 😇

[@patriciadancy6781]

So true and so good!!! Thank you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Patricia. I appreciate your feedback. You brightened my day. :-)

[@Minnie11chula]

Yay! Love to see a video in the am. Always amazing! However for me personally I have found that some things are best avoided completely (flour and refined sugar). Or having a hard line around not putting mail on the counter, etc. I guess the clear lines remove daily decision making (become habits instead) and during stressful times that helps “I just don’t ever put my clothes on the bed or chair” would be one. I do not have all of these habits in place but when I have it has made maintaining my weight almost effortless (no decisions about that next donut). But this is an amazing strategy otherwise. Thank you for your videos. Always such great content.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Minnie 11chula for the great advice. It sounds like you've got a fantastic plan in place. Hats off and high five! 👏👏👏

[@vernabryant2894]

I get so busy that I will go the whole day and not eat all day.I forget to eat.I need to start taking better care of myself.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Right? I've been that way too - or just the opposite - eating for no reason. I have to just make sure I'm alert to the choices I'm making regarding food and hydration and stick to a schedule in order to keep my levels in check. We'll pay better attention together. We've got this! 👏👏👏

[@elizabethb3270]

Thanks Angela! Great reflection. I need to set some limits in different areas of my life that I have not considered yet. Good food for thought.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Elizabeth, Thanks for watching and for your kind words. Keep me posted on what is next for you. I'm here rooting for you and cheering you on. ❤

[@frankiea1983]

I highly recommend the hording world group! It really helps the support is there and it is a safe place. Between Angel's videos and this group, I have made several improvements in my home!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much Frankie for the recommendation and the vote of confidence. I too really enjoy the group as it's brought me lots of new supportive friends and decluttering pals. I'm so thrilled you've joined us. 🙏

[@GivePeaceAChance12]

Angela, you are inspiring! Your explanation is spot on!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@NarnianLady]

Oh YUMMY! Your childhood / youth snacks at the farm sound exactly what I love to eat .. thankfully, they are now becoming fashionable again, and the junk stuff is becoming less popular..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So true! Thanks for watching!

[@cindy_lou_loves_to_stitch]

What an awesome message!! You stated so much, in a simple way that is very motivating!! Thank you!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much, for your feedback! So glad that you enjoyed it!

[@debeckersley3850]

This really hit home for me. Thank you for making it real.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for taking time out of your day to drop me a line. It's great to hear from you. :-)

[@blancaalvarado3852]

I am so thankful that I listened to this message today. I am struggling so bad with clutter that it affects my life daily with severe adverse consequences. I also listened and thought how it applies to finances, spiritual life, relationships, my work (I have three positions currently). I am sick home with minor cold symptoms and I know that I could get rid of 90% of the clutter that I literally do not need. This message will help me today to put action into my desire to freedom from overwhelming clutter. Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you and good luck!

[@WhatsInAN8me]

Yayyy! A new video! I was starting to worry not seeing videos posted as much! Hopefully just a vacation and nothing health related!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for the care and concern. I'm in perfect health. 🙏 At Savvy Cleaner, we haven't skipped a video M-F in about 2.5 years and we scaled back for a couple of weeks while we are hiring additional members to our team. We've been getting them up and running. At the same time, we switched over 7 online platforms/programs to upgrade our learning library to better support our training and certification students. The learning curve has been HUGE. Our business is growing so fast that we had to double down for a few weeks. Thanks for hanging in there with us. We should bounce back to our regular schedule in the next couple of weeks. 🤗🤗🤗

[@WorldOfNicky]

This was so helpful! Wow I went through something very similar with the food thing when I moved out. And sometimes now I’m even still horrible with it but being pregnant has helped a lot with watching what I eat. I certainly need to apply this to shopping. I am a bargain shopping and tend to go overboard. Like who really needs 50 shades of red lipstick? 😐 I wish I was kidding. Going to start tackling this right now. Thank you so much. You’re an Angel!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Nicky, Thanks for watching the video and commenting. I appreciate you!

[@olololo9224]

Absolutely agree- be aware!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching the video.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

Omg! You really understand hoarding! I've been letting things pile up, now I'm overwhelmed. My Mom just died and I brought some things home. But my apartment is already filled with things I love. For instance, a small shelf dedicated for towels was filled already. Now I have 2 extra towels that don't fit. But I love/use all the towels. Compound this in every area: photo albums, sentimental items, clothes, etc. I must make hard decisions of which things get donated, thought everything is in good shape, pretty and I use it.

[@rejoyce318]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom, Lili. Both my parents have passed, & I'm semi-systematically going through the family memorabilia, and it's ALL sentimental. I try to declutter in small amounts. On a good day, it might be a tote-sized box. Other days, it might be a small basket or a shoe box. Some days, it's picking 3 items, & once I've dealt with those, that's IT for the day. Best wishes.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

@@rejoyce318 Thank you. I'm still in shock, losing both parents too. No matter your age, you're never ready for it. I feel like an orphan now. At some point I'll have to function again. It's inspiring to hear how your dealing with it. My Aloha to you too.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Oh no, I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing parents is heartbreaking. I'm sending you a big virtual hug. 🤗🤗🤗

[@Lili-xq9sn]

@@AskAngelaBrown Mahalo

[@jernabean]

Great insight!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching.

[@218curl]

Great advice! I wrote it down! A great way to look at everything in my life! Thank you Angela!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Way to go! Thanks so much for spending a few minutes here with me. :-)

[@nancyparker2199]

My doctor used to tell me that if it taste good then spit it out. I know he was joking but maybe it's true. It's hard to eat healthy and easy to eat junk food. Great video

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Nancy, Thanks for reaching out to leave a comment about the video. 👍

[@SixBlindKids]

"Food for thought..." I see what you did there! 🤣 jk...Angela, you and I think a lot alike. I find you living in my head lately...😉❤ Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. Thanks for your kind words and for your online inspiration. You've made a huge difference in the lives of so many. Thanks for taking the courage to be you. Sending you big virtual hugs. 🤗🤗🤗

[@victor9501]

The problem with junk food is not so much the calories, but the processed carbohydrates, which will really pile the excess weight on if you're not careful. Fat & protein are good, carbs are bad!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're right! Processed carbohydrates in junk food can lead to weight gain. We should focus on consuming healthy fats and protein while being mindful of our carb intake. While opting for whole, unprocessed foods for better overall health. Thank you for sharing your input and for watching the video.

[@celiatube]

Your analogies are always SO on pointe! Even if I didn't need the reminders & the aid, I would follow for your storytelling! 🙌🙌⚡🙌 & lol, I've always had a "12 or 13 pound rule" without realising it (I just did the math, from my "won't go lower than, won't go higher than" numbers.) Have a beautiful weekend, Angela!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for reaching out to leave this comment, I appreciate it. 😊

[@janjaf844]

This is the best video ever! I love this rule and how it can be applied to situations. I needed to see this because I need to change my weight and account of crap I have in my home. I feel like we spend a lifetime collecting crap and a lifetime to get rid of it lol.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching the show! 👍

[@cindyb8775]

this is probably one of the best mental health videos out there. One of the very best.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much Cindy! I appreciate it, sending hugs. 🤗

[@justamediumdeal5828]

Words of wisdom! Thank you Angela💙.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Why thank you. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to drop me a line. 🙏

[@sherrykeeney7376]

Thats a great way to put things into a better perspective all the way around - l found it very helpful & a good starting place - to begin from☺👍you hit the nail on the head with things just piling up on top of each other over & over for whatever reasons at the time - until one day you have serious piles of things facing you -

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, Sherry for tuning in. It's true no pile ever started out a pile. It starts out as something small and then morphs into something else. 🙏

[@samanthamarieaugusto7212]

This resonated with me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience and breaking this down ! Really appreciate you 🙏

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So lad it was helpful! Thank you for watching. Hope all is well with you, sending hugs.🤗

[@LaMonaKNiver1]

These hoarding videos have been so helpful! Keep them up.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks LaMona, I appreciate your kind words of encouragement and support. Happy Weekend!

[@bettypecoraro8104]

I don’t need a therapist, I have Angela Brown. Your videos are so inspirational to me.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're so sweet. Thanks for your kind words and vote of confidence. I really appreciate you watching and taking the time out of your weekend to drop me a line. 💛

[@blahsan451]

Wonderful encouraging. Thank you !

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome, so glad you enjoyed it!

[@aking6032]

Thank You Angela!!!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@kathyedwards9864]

This is the single best explanation I have ever heard that makes sense for my mind, my body, and my home! Clarity and the light bulb moment: to find the balance for every thing in life I face with a +/- 10lb Sweet Spot. For all the reasons that I got to a Drifting Aimlessly place, to escape pain, for a pseudo happiness, and a slew of negative results with it. Now to begin a journey looking through my “balancing-scales lenses”, to see everything with new eyes open, to find joy in my home and in my body, within these perimeters, this new understanding of boundaries and limits. Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You’re welcome and thank you for watching the show. 👍

[@dogbiscuit1171]

Wonderful words, I can see I need to make a plan and quit drifting... It's gotten to the point where I've had to keep a notebook where I jot down locations of where I put various items because once I put something away it's 'out of sight out of mind', I can never find it again. Right now I have a running list of many items I am looking for but have no idea where I put them, this is a problem I've encountered every time I try to clean up in a flurry of clutter busting. I usually end up with a worse mess than before I started and lose track of important stuff somehow.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love the list of items. Is there a system for storage such as bathroom items in the bathroom? Or, utility items (spare light bulbs or extension cords) in one closet etc.?

[@christinecooley257]

Thanks we need reminders and encouragement! 👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@rebeccahale322]

The best advice ever.. Smart lady..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Rebecca, Thank you, I appreciate your kindness. 😊

[@laceymartz4693]

This was so good, thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you , glad you enjoyed it!

[@bonraerieger]

Great concept!! Thank you 😊

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're so welcome, glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@carolinamartinez6204]

Great advice and a great point of view, I love it!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.

[@judiko142]

Great analogy.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, and thanks for watching. It's great to have you here. :-)

[@Reds-ij9xr]

Your so right !!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks, and thanks for joining the conversation. It's great to have you here. :-)

[@SJ-ev6by]

Well said!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much : )

[@peggyhawley8435]

I go through my house every couple of months and get rid of everything I'm not using, I usually donate things so they don't go to waste.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is great Peggy!! You are ahead of the game.

[@mkb5984]

.......... was that a burger with an egg on top....👀..!?...I like this lady. Rrrrrrealllllly like this lady!😁

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. Thanks for your levity and kind words, you just made my day. 👏👏👏

[@paix1234]

Very well pointed out. Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching the show! 👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think do, thanks for watching!

[@ceciliaecheverria7173]

Excellent advice, i need to do this 🙄

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! Give it a try it can't hurt.

[@walkerbomb]

Great video Angela!! Thank you 🙏

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think so. And thank you for taking the time to write this comment, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@christineabbott120]

Something that strikes me about your videos, is that you are very sincere and hold yourself accountable for what happens to you. If your family was shocked to see your rapid weight gain, they're not responsible for whether you choose to keep putting on weight or if you return to eating habits and body size you were accustomed to - that was your decision. I love that you point out you don't have to deprive yourself in order to maintain a reasonable balance. I like wine, but I don't drink it from breakfast to supper, if you like Pepsi, you probably shouldn't drink it all day, and if you like fries (I love them!) maybe you'll enjoy them more if you eat them once or twice a week vs with every meal. I'm really enjoying your sensible chats and look forward to more!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

+Christine Abbott thanks for watching and for the feedback. And you are correct, my family is not accountable to me or for me since I left home. They have given me honest and constructive feedback through my life and what I do with it is my choice. I do consider them friends as well as family and am fortunate enough to be part of a loving bunch who truly have my best interests at heart. ❤️❤️❤️ I also like your description and explanation of moderation. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍

[@5hineepropertyofleetaemin]

Food for thought 😂 No pun intended!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hahaha...thanks for watching!

[@carolstrickland6100]

AWESOME THANK YOU SO MUCH XXXX

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You’re welcome and thank you for watching the show. 👍

[@MsArtistwannabe]

I’m really enjoying your videos. Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So glad to know that you're enjoying them! Thanks for watching!

[@pickinforalivin]

excellent advice as always!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you. 😊

[@Kitasews]

Thanks for sharing such encouraging, positive, and helpful videos. I really appreciate them!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I appreciate them!

[@ritasallee6331]

I started the one minute rule. If it can be done in a minute or less just do it. I would procrastinate all of the one minute tasks and then it would be two hours of just putting thing away-or stuffing it wherever.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Rita, What a great tip, thanks for sharing.

[@maryanna71701]

This is such excellent advice!!! Thank you so much- I needed this video!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are welcome, so glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@mrscpc1918]

This is really helpful video. I wish I could employ you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@kaseyc1350]

Came for the cleaning tips. Staying for the psychotherapy.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

We're delighted you're here. Welcome.

[@kathyduer7108]

I really needed to hear this. ❤

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hope the video was helpful, thanks for watching!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Kathy, Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. 👍

[@sharon3470]

Thank you. This was a very good video. Everything you said was spot on and gave me reason to stop and think about my small bad judgements and how they snowball. Thank you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. You gor this Sharon! 🙂

[@TiMalice2009]

The food in US is so low quality to gain over 50 lbs in six months? Terrible. Plus she was not naturally overweight.

[@lindatisue733]

The problems in the US are first fast food joints and supermarkets offer easy, cheap, tasty, and filling food. Second most people work a lot more than the "mythical" 40 hours a week. Doesn't matter if one is a low wage worker or a professional. Either the job doesn't pay enough and one has to get a second job, or the salary job(boss)demands 50-60 hours a week. I was a teacher in the US, the position had extra coaching duties with it. Between classes, marking, prepping and coaching I was working 60 hours a week. It is time and money efficient to eat convenience foods. Add in some people live in food desserts, where it is +8 km to the nearest supermarket with fresh foods. So happy I managed to leave the US.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Sadly, there were always quality foods available to me at affordable prices. I made some lousy choices and lots of them. It was a delicious time of my life that I will never forget for many reasons. 🙏

[@theresa3471]

Wooo, I have problems. I really like donuts 🍩 😢coffee ☕️ and afect my weight!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

They can be tempting! Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@Deecee20]

Hoo my god u so right

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@florenomorence1492]

I just started watching your videos so I know I'm late. I love your videos and they've been helpful. I just wanted to comment on what you said about the time you gained weight. It's not as simple as liking a food and overeating it. Maybe you didn't eat much salt and sugar but that's not the 1st time you discovered it. Unless you lived in a cult I'm sure you had a vehicle and drove into town every once in a while and had a treat. I just think you're doing a disservice to your followers by not discussing the root of the weight gain and overeating. Maybe it was your 1st time away from home and you were lonely. Maybe you were unhappy at work or school or with a friend or partner. Whatever the reason is, overeating comes from something a lot more complex than liking food. Certain foods make us happy. They give us those feel good chemicals in our brains and that's the real reason for overeating. A lot of the reasons people overeat are the same reasons they hoard or sleep most of the day or drink or do drugs. I know you're not a therapist but I just think it's helpful to understand the root causes for our behavior.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspective on this topic

[@susanmcfarland6717]

Excellent advice

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@ccgerrity]

“Just food for thought” pun intended huh ;) lol

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. Yes. There is joy in the words. :-)

[@kathydelucia123]

Great ideas. Thank you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@nancyfeeser4653]

Love 10lb window idea.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Awesome, thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@Laura-ch7fl]

I love this video! Thank you. May I ask though, how did your get your weight down?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Laura, Great question. I changed my relationship to food. Here is my all-day energy plan kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXbdgWSbf72ef5Y

[@brittnicutie1]

This is prophecy in more ways than just clutter and hoarding.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks Brittni for the vote of confidence and for your support. It's great to have you here. :-)

[@susanreynolds9947]

good points BUT....this information is for people without mental illness. those of us who deal with hard core hoarding family members know it's not at all lke this. you can't reason with a hard core hoarder

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You may be right. I just putting this out there in the hoped that it is helpful to someone like it was for me. Thank you for the feedback.

[@susanreynolds9947]

@@AskAngelaBrown yes i understand. as I said I think you made good points which I will use myself.

[@rejoyce318]

I had to accept my own hoarding traits, because I have to face that first (i.e., taking the log out of my own eye). I've had to deal with generational hoarding while a parent was still living (and am still emotionally decluttering what's left of that). Angela's videos have been so helpful, even before the hoarding series.

[@StephieGsrEvolution]

Yeah these videos are good for level 1 or 2 hoarding at most, which many Americans are. Level 3 and up, this is video is like telling a person with thyroid problems or taking medications that cause weight gain to not go over 10 lbs.

[@rejoyce318]

@@StephieGsrEvolution Here's the thing, though: If hoarding can be recognized - by the hoarder - while it's at level 1 or 2, there are organizations and professionals who can help the person and provide strategies and support, and hopefully prevent higher levels of hoarding.

[@bluestar.8938]

Thank you : )

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome Lindsey! And thank you for watching the video.

[@ettakelly933]

GREAT!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@cindycox9496]

Ty it helps and I so want to lose wt. I hurt my back then foot then have rls and I keep busy around house but I can't do some exercises or take,a walk, my weight is awful and I'm not comfortable even hard to breath. I'm wear a boot too. Any ideas for me are welcomed. Mrs chubby lol.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am glad you found something helpful in the video. I hope you injury is better very soon, take care! 🙂

[@esmereldapinchon1422]

Do you have affiliated cleaners in different cities? If I wanted to hire a cleaner who follows your training, how would I find them?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Esmeralda, Check out this video on how to find a house cleaner: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGm2gY2Glrd2ndE

[@esmereldapinchon1422]

@@AskAngelaBrown thanks!

[@dluxecleaningservicesllc]

Angie talking to me.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Aww...thanks for watching!

[@dluxecleaningservicesllc]

@@AskAngelaBrown You're very welcome, such an inspiration, Thank you.

[@carolyneporter7499]

Hi Angela! You are going to hate what I have to say. Your videos are wonderful, so helpful and powerful, and this one is no exception. But precious Angela, I think that pretty is also powerful. You are so lovely, however, I am always distracted at how seemingly intentionally plain you look, especially your hair. Is there a reason why you don't focus on also being pretty in your appearance? In any event, I love your work.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi Carolyne, thanks for your feedback. Yes, my plain Jane look is intentional for house cleaning. As a professional house cleaner of 30 years, we have a particular professional look that says "I clean." It's not a fashion show, it's not a time to be sexy and cute and the message we send has to do two things: 1) Be consistent so our customers feel they are getting the same person, package, cleaning each time. 2) Know how you are going to show up (and present yourself) when they recommend you to their friends. I do realize that for KZbin I could be "prettier" but intentionally chose to keep the same look so we can do pick-up shots and intertwine the videos with b-roll seamlessly without wardrobe and hair changes. It's all about practicality and consistency. If my look is distracting as you say, may I recommend the podcast which is audio-only? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-a-house-cleaner/id1219964465 Thanks again, I appreciate you and your support. 🤗🤗🤗

[@carolyneporter7499]

@@AskAngelaBrown Sweet Angie, I guess "pretty" was the wrong word to use. You missed my sincere point altogether.

[@jfaulkner5881]

❤️

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks. 💛

[@maryyoung777]

What is your height? I was 125 once and I'm 5'6"

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I'm 5' 8"