Battling Clutter: My Journey to Reclaiming My Home (Episode 1)

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the mess in your home and don't know where to start, take a look at my video. I'll show you how I was able to clean a couple of rooms with minimal effort and without spending a fortune on cleaning supplies. I hope you find my story helpful and that you can apply some of the techniques I used to get your home back in order!
This is the first Episode in a series I will be doing throughout January, February, and March. There will not be a room that will not be touched and gone through.
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00:00 Introduction
01:52 Getting Started on Entryway
05:18 Dining Room Reset
06:25 Laundry Break
06:57 Finishing Up Dining Room
09:46 Day 2 Hallway
13:31 Painting Art Niche and Filling Holes

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

This video was a labor of love. If you need some cleaning inspiration, this should do the trick! ♥

[@Amandahugginkizz]

The most important part about decluttering and minimalist is after, the not purchasing anything and making new choices

[@patriciaribaric3409]

I'll be 70 this year. I let things pile up, then stuff happened over and over, and ... Grandkids started coming. Then coming to live. Thien some going elsewhere, then back to live. We're old with health issues. I am so sorry I bought so much stuff without throwing out enough. I appreciated you being real. You are doing great!!!

[@wendi2819]

You sound like me. I'm almost 70. My house is very small. I have those 3 tiny closets in 3 tiny bedrooms and that's it. My kitchen has few cabinets so most everything is on cheap bookshelves I assembled. My knees hurt so bad most days I don't do anything. I have a terrible habit of Rx, vitamins, mail and dirty dishes are right by my chair. And it's unreal how much I end up right there. I'm too ashamed to invite anyone in. Are you like this?

[@patriciaribaric3409]

@@wendi2819 On clean sheet day by nightfall my bed is covered in stuff because that is where I spend most of my day. My knees are awful painful, and there are stairs to get to everywhere I need to go. It's a tiny house. Only two bedrooms have a very tiny closet. The third has attic stairs taking up a third of the space. No coat closet - no linen closet - no cabinets. Laundry is in the basement, and the one bathroom is on the second floor. I finally purchased a bedside potty chair, so at night I don't have to climb the stairs. Definitely more knee surgery in my near future.

[@JB-ci4fh]

I finally saw a house that looks like mine. A great way to motivate. Thank you for the content you have inspired me!

[@tamimosher9368]

Same here! Except mine is WAY more cluttered and untidy! Thank you for showing real life for a change!

[@colleenfromnh5860]

As I sit here procrastinating decluttering, because I am overwhelmed and feeling hopeless that my spaces will ever stay decluttered 😔🤕😵‍💫I really do appreciate your honesty here. I agree that some of those “clean with me” also make me feel like there is something wrong with me. 🤕😢Thank you 💕This was very helpful.

[@mnice3784]

Very well said! I completely agree with you on 'other' clean with me videos; instead of motivating me, I, too, get more overwhelmed. ❤️

[@VidaDeJeremiah]

As someone who has one of those "clean" houses you described you see in the videos, it doesnt stay clean without habits. I'm also a person like you where if I walk into another room with things I get distracted so I've adopted the mentality of do it now, otherwise I'll forget. When I cook food, I clean my dishes before I even sit down for dinner, dishes take at max 5 minutes, that's the perfect time to wait for your food to cool for you to eat. Once I eat dinner I immediately clean my plate I don't sit it in the sink to watch TV and clean later because then I know it wont get done. When I buy something from the store I immediately put it in the cabinets, when I receive a package I immediately open it up or stack it in the corner unopened, I dont open the box and then leave it in other packages. When I get the mail I read it immediately or put it on my desk so when I get back to work I know to take care of this first, I shred what I dont need, and store what I need in a portable portable folio. When I do my laundry I immediately put it away, I dont do laborious tasks if I know I dont have the time to complete them because it will turn a simple 1-2 hr tasks into a 3-4 hr task later down the line. By adopting these habits my weekly cleaning routine is solely cleaning, I can put aside 1-2 hr for my whole place just to clean, I'm not decluttering or organizing things because they are already in place I'm just doing weekly cleaning of things that accumulate dust/dirt.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

And this is exactly where I dream of being. I would love to be able to make those things a habit and I do truly try. ❤️ I have a cleaning schedule that I am attempting to stick to this year and adopting one habit at a time. This month my goal is to try to keep my hallway and dining room clean because those are the two things you see first when you walk into our home. Overall though, one of our biggest issue is we just have too much stuff. I do not have a place for everything to go which is why I am working on decluttering as I go. We definitely have adopted a more simple living mindset and are working to make our home match our mindset. ❤️

[@katsspace4688]

Just remember, Less inventory =less mess. Not talking minimalist here, but whatever leaves your home means less to manage in the future. Great work. ❤

[@micheleboschert175]

I love your sense of order.👍

[@micheleboschert175]

for JEREMIAH: I love your sense of order.👍

[@VidaDeJeremiah]

@@coffeecarbsclutter Thats a great goal and I think if you stick to the schedule you set up you'll get it done! For decluttering there are tons of great online resources like the 4 box method or 12-12-12 challenge where you basically try to find things around the house you can trash or donate and then work something you plan on keeping into that space. Excited to see how you're able to transform your space in the future!

[@mwillis7791]

Your house exploded. We’ve all been there and you’ll get yourself out of it! You’re got this!!

[@helenhartley6904]

A 5-10 min pick up by all family members every night might be helpful. I have a rule, never have an empty hand, ie put something back where it belongs all the time, this helps a lot.

[@trina415]

You've a beautiful home I dont know why everyone is eager to declutter they're houses I get things being kept orderly and tidy but everyone is throwing stuff out if you like your stuff keep it

[@2avcrm]

I used to help people overwhelmed by clutter get things back under control. People work in many ways to achieve this, and there is no wrong way. I am always happy to watch someone who has a house like yours organize because it is real life. I don't watch the "made for the stage" channels that start with something most of us would consider done, either. They just aren't real.

[@TessieDobey]

Yes, some of these KZbinrs be cleaning a clean house.

[@amkinspiration9676]

I suppose not everyone has the same standards when it come to cleaness. Maybe for them it’s dirty because they are used to leaving in a very clean and tidy environment but to some it’s already clean because they are used to live in dirty and smelly home lol

[@bunny_0288]

Because that is how you keep a house clean. It took me a long time to learn this, but people who have nice and clean houses all the time clean things before they get gross. It's quicker and easier to clean when things are just slightly out of order rather than wait until it's a disaster. This is the secret of the "naturally clean" people. Take laundry as an example. Instead of waiting to do laundry until you have a huge overflowing mountain, try doing one load a day. Even if it's a small load. It washes and dries faster and only takes 10 minutes to fold and put away. It has taken me so many years to learn this, and I truly hope this comment can help you or someone else.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Right??? I am sure their houses do get messy sometimes but I have a feeling my idea of messy and their idea of messy are not in the same ballpark. 😃 I do enjoy watching their videos however. It gives me goals to strive towards. Thank you so much for watching. Stay tuned for my next wrecked room! 😂

[@afrikan_criola1923]

@@bunny_0288 yes,yes...I'm a minimalist for 10 years now and a professional cleaner and organizer for 8 years, my mom say that I started cleaning since I was born😂....you cannot let things go, you have to clean before things get gross. People always amazed how I keep my house always clean and organized: I have less stuff, less furniture,everything have it's place, at the end of the day a clean and organized everything. Clutter affects my mental health, I can't live with clutter.

[@katsspace4688]

@@bunny_0288 exactly🙌 I only clean 40 minutes a week. We do though have daily habits that everyone is now use to doing. Eg: no dishes left in the sick, put things away, not putting things down, doing a load of laundry as soon as I have enough to wash etc…xx

[@thayerwilliams905]

I grew up in a house that looked like this one a good day. And there weren't many good days. I thought it was SO strange going to other people's houses and seeing how "empty" theirs looked like. It didn't even register as being clean. Just empty. I started working on teaching myself to keep my own home cleaner 7 years ago, but I'm just now ready to start doing the decluttering part. It was so hard to get rid of even 1 thing until recently. But I wanted our child to grow up able to recognize what a clean and organized home looks like and how to do it, so he's not figuring it out for the first time in his late 30s. 😅

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

I hear you! It can be really hard to let go for many people, including myself. We just have to take one baby step at a time and before we know it, big leaps will be made! ❤️❤️❤️

[@dianech]

Thank you for sharing your clutter, I’m working on my home as well! Nice to know I’m not alone!

[@Oregon-Zan]

I love your idea of putting things in the correct room but not necessarily putting them in the exact spot. I also get sidetracked when I do it that way. I think I’m going to try to do what you do. 🎉 Awesome motivation. New friend here🎉❤

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello how are you doing?

[@andie3131]

Same

[@kaylashomecrusade]

We are home disaster sisters! So happy to have found another cleaning channel that is close to mine! Ty for today's motivation😍😍😍

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

You are quite welcome! I am just happy to know that there are other like me who struggle in this department. When I am super on point, I can keep my house really tidy but man, once something happens to throw me off my routine, it is soooo hard to get back. ❤

[@shelleykapp9637]

@@coffeecarbsclutter same here.

[@donnettewebster2504]

This happens at my house too 😊

[@irenedow5665]

Thanks for sharing real life. Where’s the dogs stopping my walk and a retired husband that blocks my train of thought. Nice to see that you didn’t make me feel that I’m not alone or guilty of the stuff not being cleaned that took days to mess the rooms.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

I will never ever judge someone's mess. You never know what they may have going on in life or are going through. I should have filmed what my home looked like last May after my husband was unexpectedly hospitalized and things got scary for a time. I literally did not have the bandwidth to keep the house tidy while traveling to and from the hospital, taking care of the dog, doing laundry, and getting very little sleep. It was even worse after he came home but I eventually dug us out of that crisis. This reminds me, I want to talk about the spoon theory on one of these episodes as I think it will help those of us who are struggling in multiple ways. ❤

[@aviewer9516]

I think you've helped many people by your realistic and not staged video. Good for you!

[@lorafey]

I'm not even 5min in and already had to press the like button! I love the "rule" of putting things in the room they belong instead of the exact place. I definately have the problem of getting carried away by the next mess. :D Thank you

[@sharongriffith7505]

Stopping and painting in the middle of cleaning...I think I understand the cluttered situation in your home!! Focus is essential.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

I wish focusing for me was that simple. Having ADHD makes that part very hard for me so I try to rely on checklists. Sadly, if I miss a day or so on routine, it is quite difficult to get back. Not using it as an excuse, just explaining why focusing is difficult for me. 🤗

[@carolbabb7875]

@@coffeecarbsclutter Cass of Clutterbug has ADHD. Over time she has found ways to keep focus that work at least half the time. 😄

[@debm.1697]

I agreed with that and left the same feedback

[@micheleboyle3547]

You just said it…..when it looks overwhelming then it is something you just don’t feel like doing…..totally normal feeling….but not for nothing …I live in a small apartment with 3 adults…and I’m moving this year…so letting go of stuff hurts my heart but the less things I have …makes me actually feel much freer ….

[@SweetBayLane]

Love this honesty and I too feel very unmotivated when I see someone clean an already clean house. We all have clutter and things go off the rails sometimes with our homes. It is just life and it isn’t always perfect. Good job, Jamie. 😊

[@AngelissimaASMR]

This was such a motivating video! My whole family has been sick over and over for months since moving to a colder climate than we are used to. With the holidays and so much else going on I just have these stuck points in my home that feel overwhelming to tackle. Today was my most productive day in a long time and this realistic video helped a lot! A lof of our houses look this way from time to time! Thanks for posting!

[@eavening4149]

The entire house is not so bad. It's good you're working to get your home back into order before it gets worse. Thank you for your inspiring insights!

[@pamcollins3859]

You have a beautiful home. Just need to have all the family help you too. Best of luck!!!!

[@jennidesilva5995]

I have a lot of hoarding tendencies but never really felt like a true hoarder 🤔 I figured it must just be denial🙈🙉.....However I recently discovered the Institute for Chronic Disorganisation which outlines the differences between Hoarding and Chronic Disorganisation (C.D. is pretty much a given with ADHD!!!) Suddenly it all made sense and I could stop gaslighting myself about faux hoarder-denial!!!! 🤪😵‍💫 I challenge anyone who's feeling judgy to educate themselves on ADHD and especially Executive Functioning Skills. Those EF'n Skills are pretty important....!! Unfortunately they're also invisible so our crippling systemic struggle also remains unseen, misunderstood & judged. Every. Minute Of. Every. Day. Be Kind 💕

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Thank you for your kind words. Most people don’t understand the intricacies of Executive Function Deficits. It really doesn’t help that ADHD has been so stereotyped about being hyper or just an excuse for bad kids, trust me, I’ve heard it all. It really is a struggle. You have brightened my day with this post and also really had a good laugh over EF’n. Seriously that could be read either way and still be true! 😂😂

[@kathleenmay6711]

This is just the video I needed! My life and home are CHAOS and I’m never motivated to do anything. I’m hoping that I get a spark and try to do something to help my house. I know that it would make me feel happier if I did.❤️

[@suefoulkes2755]

Hi! Sitting here sewing a cover for my chair cushion, I came across your video!! I'm 71 so after many years of cleaning I have slowed down a great bit. A couple of tips I can share with you, ok? One is bring a basket to put odd stuff in and a trash bag. Two is to remove everything that goes somewhere else into the basket. Three is get every bit of stuff off the floor, out of corners and into the next room. I say into the next room cause, I may start in there next or start that room the next day. Basically moving stuff threw the house as I go. Stuff like tool boxes and paint cans has to go to a closet or somewhere out of the house, porch pantry, etc. When I finish clearing off my table, I like to put a plant, or a pretty bowl with fruit in it, just to feel extra good about my success!! Also I sometimes tackle the biggest thing in the room, Bed, Dishes, whatever is the biggest offender. I used to have a basket for the kids toys in the living room, so they could put their stuff back. Hope some thing can help!!!

[@ElizabethClary1]

Your way of decluttering/ cleaning sounds like mine. I prefer to pick up arm loads of stuff and drop them in the room they go in then go back to whatever space I’m cleaning. I think it helps to compartmentalize everything, which works best for my brain.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

It really does help with the way my brain works. If I stay out of a room too long, it no longer exists and therefore will never got done. I have to make quick trips to the other rooms to just drop off stuff and get right back. Do you carry your stuff in a basket? I saw a few other people comment that they use a basket that just moves from room to room with them and I thought that was a good idea. I think I might try that next time my house gets wrecked and let's face it, there will be a next time. Slowly I am getting rid of stuff so each time the disasters are smaller and smaller. 🌻

[@jodihouts6032]

@@coffeecarbsclutter I was just going to suggest some containers while sorting, I see it's already been discovered! I like to use 3, one for things that belong in other rooms, includes dirty laundry. Then garbage and a box for donations.

[@bernieallison981]

I can’t believe how quickly you were able to tidy up and clean the space. It really showed how most of the stuff did have a home, it was just getting it all back together again. An example of just getting to it, and it doesn’t take that long. It’s what often happens with me. Way to go. 😅 😊 👍

[@valkyriesardo278]

Thank you for being real. Thank you for not putting on foot long false eyelashes before setting up the camera. I like the initial sort idea to build momentum. Get a trash can and an empty box. Pick a starting area. Discard what you don't want. Put what does not belong to the area into the box. Make neater piles of what belongs. Next step is empty the box. Now is when you run around to the varous rooms in the house. Place whatever belongs in a particular room on a bed or counter then move to the next room until the box is empty. Return to the starting area until only what belongs there remains. Don't go into the closets or the cabinets. You're just going after the stray sheep at this stage. Give yourself a hug, then move to the next area until the entire home is sorted. Now your house is tidy, but not clean and there are skeletons in the closet. PIck whether you want to start scrubbing surfaces or digging out the skeletons hiding behind doors and inside drawers. Do not agonize over every item because that will bog you down. If you can't decide, keep the thing and dither about it later. With more practice, those decisions become easier. It is nice to donate things, but if you have not done it yet you probably won't. Be honest with yourself. Get rid of the unwanted. That is your priority.

[@juliemarriott7395]

Keep going lovely. I've spent a few years decluttering and getting a good routine going. I can now clean my 4 bed house once every 2 weeks and in between, just spend 5 mins a day in each room and keep on top of washing etc. However, I don't have young kids making a mess, thankfully 😂 anymore. It is about mindset and being consistent with whatever you do.

[@tiffanybrantley23]

I love to see how different people declutter/organize. You and I have a different overall style, but I also love the timer method and really love the advice you give on doing what works best for each individual!

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

And I really truly believe that people have to find what works best for them. I have tried most of the big name methods like FlyLady and Dana K. White but they just don’t work for me overall but I can take what does work from each person and make them into something workable for me. Like right now if you were to see my house, you would never know that it was a disaster a couple of weeks ago (other than my garage and homeless room, those are BAD!). I also know though that I am merely one crisis away from my house falling apart again. 😭It’s tough! 🤣

[@nancylanderson8012]

Whenever you have a challenge like yours, people will offer advice in an attempt to help you even though you have explained why you are doing things a certain way. It's the human element. Good luck and take it one day at a time and you will succeed with all of your efforts.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Thank you for your kind words. This journey has been harder than anticipated but I am feeling really good about how far I’ve come. Still a lot to do and then of course I have to maintain but the more I do this, the more confident I get!

[@ChristysChannelYall]

Hi there! I’m new to your channel and just enjoy watching people clean and declutter. I love seeing how much progress y’all make. You did a great job here! I’m a minimalist and the cleaner of the mostly already clean home. What I have found is that having way less furniture and clothing than average makes my home much easier to manage. I got so fed up with the dining room table situation that I sold mine and put barstools at the bar and that’s where people eat 😂

[@fluffytalguw5883]

Yes the first step is recognition 💪🏼

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Hahaha definitely! I recognize the problem and am actively trying to remedy it. Granted it means breaking it down into smaller tasks and manageable time chunks but progress is progress no matter how small. Thank you for watching and for making me laugh a bit. 🤗

[@ScrappingLatina]

This was truly an inspirational video. It is realistic and I can truly relate to it. Thanks for the share.

[@LifeathomewithJoanne]

Congratulations on your viral video! 🤩 This is your sign to make a declutter series and Playlist! 😁👍🏻💕

[@olgabergere]

Such a huge cleaning motivation 🤗🤍🤍🤍 Thank you a lot, Jamie ✨✨✨

[@jessandrew]

Thank you for taking us along with you on such a productive day!

[@betterlivingonabudget]

I just found your channel! Love the intro, so had to subscribe! Bless your heart for sharing your cluttered house - lots of people are living with the same level of clutter, and I bet you'll inspire a bunch of them to get it under control. It's great you had strategies to go at this big job!

[@IrishQT07]

Ever since my mom passed away 2 years ago, I have been hugely overwhelmed by the simplest of tasks. My apartment has become super cluttered. I try to do in-depth/deep clean days, but I lose energy and motivation about a quarter of the way thru - add to that limited mobility (lipedema in my legs and bad knees), and it ends up taking almost a week to clean one room. The "low-hanging fruit" approach is a wise one and I love the idea of setting a timer as well. I like the idea of putting something in the room it belongs in but not necessarily the final place it belongs. I do the exact same thing! Thank you so much for your video. This was a great motivation to me and showed me that a little at a time, I can do this.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

I cannot imagine how difficult it would be to lose a parent. My heart goes out to you. I would encourage you to take small steps and build from there. I know many people believe that a task must be finished quickly but I rather think we must complete a task as we are able. Many of us are dealing are dealing with physical, emotional, or mental health challenges and I want us all to practice grace and work towards our goals as we can. My door is always open if you need extra encouragement. ❤️🤗 I’m sending some emotional strength your way and positive thoughts.

[@melissakendall7672]

I love that you are REAL! I have the same problem when I clean- I get distracted! Please keep up the great content!!!!

[@relevant.c5411]

i tackle one room at a time. its less overwhelming. in jan so far i have remodeled the bathroom, purged and reorganized the garage and finishing up painting the cat's room. by the weekend their room should be set up with new cat towers and toys. Feb will be my bedroom and the pantry. March will be the utility room and the hallway. Hoping in april i can remodel the kitchen and paint. pacing myself makes achieving these goals more doable. u have a lovely home, hope once its cleaned it stays that way. no one wants to do this on a regular basis. maybe on friday or saturdays the kids need to put their toys away and clean their rooms. 1 day a week so the weekend feels lighter and more enjoyable.

[@suereed3474]

Your house may be messy, but it is clean. Your floor shines.

[@belle281092]

This video was proper motivating. I don't want to watch someone clean an already clean house. My spaces quickly get out of control

[@Runosai]

Thanks for posting your video! It is fun to see how you tackle projects and how you are able to use natural light to motivate yourself. I love that idea and also the idea of striving for something manageable rather than perfection. Results are great! Also: regarding your minecraft theme: The Minecraft Store on amazon has a craft station and lamp that might fit your makeover for your son's room. Both the station and lamp are in stock as of late January 2023. Hope you find everything you're looking for to make it a lovely room redo!

[@lydiafernandez25]

Minecraft desk idea 💡 - simple white desk and then decorate with the Minecraft wall stickers that they sell. Or paint it green and then add the wall stickers.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Oh I love that idea! Thank you for sharing. ❤️❤️❤️

[@sjordan7085]

Good job! For some reason, I find minimalist channels really annoying, but it is relaxing to watch you working on your house, maybe because we both use similar methods. Anyway, I watch one of your videos then work on my own projects a bit, progress is being made. Thank you.

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

This is the video I need. Realistic. I'm in the process of reclaiming my home as well... this is motivation. Thank you!

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

You got this! How is your reclaiming project going? ❤

[@carolynridlon3988]

I enjoy seeing new folks on KZbin - your methods actually work better for me (not ADHD). Glad to find another Texan (HEB gave it away for me!). Was a Texan for 12 years & just this year moved up to Kentucky (no HEB 😢)

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Oh yeah, no I could not leave my HEB or Buc-ees. 😂 How are you surviving? Can I send you an HEB care package? 😂 I am so glad that my methods are helpful for someone. I know it is definitely not the traditional way of doing things but it definitely helps me be more successful. 🌻

[@Tina-si1gz]

I’m a Texan too and have clutter. We have a garage full of stuff from deceased parents who never threw away anything. Some had spilled into the house.

[@JodiYeager]

That was a huge difference in the entrance for only 22 minutes work. Well done!

[@sarahgc434]

I’m crying 😂” I have threatened to paint it black more than once.” Sis, this is me too! 😂❤ I spit my coffee out!

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Still threatening it but in the meantime I put a tablecloth on, which promptly got stained. Black is still a strong contender. 🤣🤣🤣

[@maxine5558]

Thanks for sharing this! My house looks like this right now so it’s very comforting to see this and definitely gives me the motivation.

[@risk5riskmks93]

ANYONE can face a clutter disaster after an appliance breakdown! Especially if you also have young children. I love keeping my house tidy, but when I am faced with something like a kitchen remodel, or a big sorting project, or even just a super busy week, it can be tornado time! A laundry room exploding would throw even the neatest person’s house into disarray. You did great!!

[@strangertobluewater]

I have literally never been able to organize and clean my home. If there is stuff in it, it just piles on surfaces. It’s something pathological that I don’t care to spend time working on or fixing so I eliminated it and have next to nothing. I’m older and this has been the only way forward for me . Best to everyone on their own unique path to happy home spaces.

[@lolawilliams6728]

I relate to you. I have severe respiratory & heart issues so I never get to the point most of these videos start with but I try to work towards my project each day as I have air to breathe.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

It is really hard when health issues are present. My home will likely never be showcase ready but I really think over time I can get it to a manageable level. It is all about small steps and making progress. I am cheering you on! ❤️❤️🤗

[@bettiegambrill8545]

'Don't put it down, put it away'. This mantra helps, but more importantly, the less stuff you have, the less you have to deal with........

[@marciapickens7444]

Your videos get me motivated. Our house gets the same way when I can't get to it, for whatever reason. Setting a timer works great for me also. It was overwhelming until I started it. Helps a great deal!

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

It really does help to have the timer because I can almost gamify the process by seeing how much I can get done before the buzzer. My brain works best on competition, even it is just against myself, so anything I can do to make the task more game like is a win! 😂❤

[@SuzySylvania]

Great video! You have such a pleasant voice and your instruction and humility are so nice! I am an empty nester and still struggle with everyday clutter. I also struggle with all of my storage spaces. It does get easier though! Something I just learned, funky smelling clothing and linens can be soaked for several hours in a bucket of warm water with a cup of baking soda. I have even gotten that pillowcase funk smell out!

[@annbeth6730]

Really nice house. It's going to be lovely when you get sorted. That's what I tell myself

[@oneseeker2]

I battle any and all clutter, even small amt 's by tossing o in the dumpster. That's me. If my home was cluttered, people would be very concerned. I've never understood clothes on the floor, I came from long lineages of organized, zero clutter, everything has its place. Now having said that, I have a couple of friends that live in complete clutter, I don't judge, I accept and they are wonderful human beings. You got sick and no one helped you... Apparently you are the only one in the home that cleans. I buy NO dust collectors, thats extremely helpful.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

My husband cleans when we he is home but he also works long hours and it not always available. Unless the house gets to this point, I can generally keep my house tidy with my established routines. 😁

[@durindaau8085]

Awesome job. This is sooooooo like most of us. I have way to much stuff and find myself moving it from one place to another. This was wonderful.

[@Metdiva1]

New friend here! I also get distracted if I try to put each item away as I go. The next thing I know is that I somehow have a bigger mess. I'm making progress with giving each room a "job" and only putting things related to that in that area. A bit slower than some methods, but at least things are closer to where they belong. It's easier for me to declutter when similar things are together. You're an inspiration to keep going. 🤗

[@misskaren1679]

Yes ! Yes ! Yes ! My place is the same, just clutter no filth, just stuff and no place for it to go .

[@alexandriaspann8194]

i loved seeing this video now if i can just get my house cleaned

[@danielleb3064]

Thank thank you for this. This is the best video because it's so relatable.

[@wherestronglovegrows]

Love this video and I love your point about opening the blinds!

[@k.s.k.7721]

One of my favorite memes is the reminder I suffer from "HSD - Horizontal Surface Disorder". That means I will put STUFF on any flat surface I run across. It sounds so much better than beating myself up for being "lazy, disorganized, distracted, etc". I do pick up, clear off and reorganize regularly, but it only takes half a day for it to start all over again - on ANY flat space in my house. I've found that some good LOUD rock & roll music also makes the cleaning easier.

[@florabamabelle6413]

You go girl! Even painting!

[@krystlemyers9338]

I understand the stress of having a family with kids and I have two with special needs and oh boy the stress. Some days I feel paralyzed. I still get up and move. I have a quote by me the says ' nobody's coming to save you, get up and make it happen'.. tough words but it's true. We are the keepers of the home and it's what we make it. I think you are doing a fine job! Tackling it a bit at a time is just the way, I do the same thing. Breathing, good smells, good lighting[ not yellow lighting but bright lighting ] helps so much. Thanks for sharing, you did great!

[@amandastuddard7865]

Thank you for sharing your space. I can so relate to this and it makes me feel like I am not alone. It's so overwhelming and I just keep picking at it. I know I am making progress, but sometimes it so hard to tell.

[@Christ-qk7or]

Nice vid. I agree regarding other clean with me vids. Either they are too neat or over the top messy as if staged. Nice pace, too.

[@patriciahibbard7345]

First time watching you and immediately subscribed! Love your reality shots! And you did amazing in 30 minute segments!

[@HwrightKctcs]

Enjoyed this video. You showed real life. Every time you said something I was like “ yep, that’s me.” Thank you.

[@christi3411]

I love seeing that I am not alone in things occasionally getting out of control!

[@rebeccakirk6189]

At last, a real lived in home, such a refreshing change. Loved the video

[@paulascott5701]

Great job! Suggestion - shelf over the washer & dryer with small plastic laundry baskets across it. Baskets are labeled and people take their dirty laundry and towels DIRECTLY to the tubs. Laundry is already sorted this way and you have no laundry baskets or carts to deal with. In general, people need more side tables and shelving than they think.

[@sherwright3965]

As a momma with adhd I HAVE TO just toss the item in it’s room. I cannot physically enter a different room or I’m stuck cleaning that room then next thing I know I have five half clean rooms

[@lydiafernandez25]

I appreciate this video and totally agree with Jaime. A large portion of the cleaning videos you see are of homes that look nothing like mine. Really, changing your bedsheets and making your bed is considered “cleaning”. The minimalistic approach is not for everyone. I collect Fenton and depression glass. My husband collect Marvel and DC statues. I’m also a scrapbooker/journal/card maker (talk about a crowded room - 😂). Jaime TFS a real home.

[@Granny-Loves-2-Hustle]

Repurposed stuff is awesome 🎉😂u just reuse what u have, and get the job done ✅ no need to buy overpriced containers, and bins. It helps the planet 😁 and it feels great. You did a great job with every room !!🎉❤

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Thank you so much for the kind words. ❤️ I really struggle with clutter and try to avoid bringing more stuff in if I don’t have to. 🤗

[@MagickIsPower]

Thank you for a realistic and honest decluttering video. Great job!

[@kellyharper8072]

Oh wow. I see that and my organization genie goes into hyperdrive. I love to organize. And I love laundry. It has a process, a beginning and end.

[@hildaumrau5255]

Thank you for that gives me motivation to work in my house

[@Tkyle5127]

Thank you for sharing your story as well as being transparent. I always feel like such a failure when I watch all of the organizational videos. I become so overwhelmed, I almost always give up. Your tips are helpful.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

You got this! Definitely do not give up! Even if it’s for 10 minutes, just spend a few minutes when you can. One thing I have learned is to break things into chunks. So like if my kitchen is out of control, I will say to myself, “We are going to clean the counter by the fridge.” Then once that is done I may assign another chunk or I may walk away for a minute. Next might be just unloading the dishwasher. Oddly enough I learned this from my Kiddos Occupational Therapist. She explained that for brains like his and mine, saying I am going to clean the kitchen doesn’t work because that involves 57 steps. However I we break down those 57 steps into individual tasks, it makes it much more manageable. ❤️ And I am by no means an expert, clearly. Just relaying what works for me when I get so very overwhelmed, which is frequently.

[@Tkyle5127]

@@coffeecarbsclutter brains like mine too🫣 My favorite line in your video was.. if I move something into the area where it belongs, I just need to leave it there and go back to the original area where I was working (or something similar). My, how I can relate! And after hours of work, not one project is finished! Thanks again!

[@Iseeit4u]

Just found you. First thought, shelves over washer, dryer. It's clutter but not dirty so good for you. Thanks for sharing.

[@chanelmarie8085]

❤ I love this!!!

[@jaynekeck7038]

Thank you for being real. Great Job. I will watching more.

[@Sweets4me451]

Thank you for this, I feel like I'm on a timer, be3 I live in an apartment and my lease is up in June. My husband passed away in March 22nd 2022. I have been feeling overwhelmed and I live in a 1 bedroom with my daughter. Thank you for the tip of using the timer

[@lesleyguest4173]

At least a home that looks like mine rather than a showroom. Thank you for the inspiration

[@sharonlove6061]

Good for you showing what a real home looks like!!

[@Blondie14]

Great work, motivating content. Came across your channel today.

[@coffeecarbsclutter]

Thank you so much! I really considered not posting this video at all because I did not think anyone would really want to watch me try to clean up my house but then I remembered that this kind of video is exactly the kind of video I want to see. I need to see that real life happens and houses are not always Pinterest worthy. Ok full disclosure, my house is NEVER Pinterest worthy. 😂

[@karenmabe9819]

Thank you for sharing your video!

[@KELLEY-theAngel]

I feel exactly like you. Exactly what I will continue to watch for inspiration. Thanks!

[@libSta_OBX]

Just found your channel 😊 thank you for being transparent and giving me motivation ❤

[@shelleyriley9130]

OMG! I just stumbled across this video and was horrified at the amount of clutter. There is no way I could live like that for more than a day. It would drive me insane. I know this sounds like criticism, but it isn't. It motivated me to get off my butt and go vacuum, sweep and mop my floors, which I have needed to do for over a week. It just goes to show that if you procrastinate for too long about cleaning, it builds up really fast and can happen to anyone. It looks like you have a beautiful home underneath all the clutter and I'm so proud of you for tackling the mess and creating a cozy, welcoming space again for you and your family. Good job!

[@cathyortega4321]

Thank you for doing this. It is motivating and helpful!

[@mafame6767]

Wow! great work

[@charmainesmith1362]

Hi from Australia Jamie. I found your channel today and I love it! Your recipes are simple to follow and look so darn yummy. I love that you show a “real” version of house cleaning and organising! You have inspired me -thank you🥰

[@jessicabulloch5302]

You did awesome! Very motivating. Just an idea of so.ething that worked for me, I removed many big pieces of furniture that were not completely necessary, and not having a lot of surfaces to place things on in the entry way.

[@everybodybeauty5499]

Thank you. This was a nice video with some good insight