BRAVING THE BLACK HOLE OF MY BEDROOM | Why Is a C******w in My Bedroom?! | My Decluttering Journey

[@KarynDavis-vg4nm]

Yay! A nice long Mira video. I just finished watching, and I’m a little dizzy from that exciting tilt-a-whirl part towards the end, but I have comments. First of all, “I’m a pacifist across your face” made me laugh so much! Hilarious. I don’t know anything about Thread Up, but I know that some of the things you were putting in the bag were really cute and I want them! What do I do? Do they put stuff on the website under your name? And I also wanted to say that you look thinner to me than you were in your first videos. Your energy feels so much lighter, too. This from someone you don’t know. You are changing in ways you might not notice yet! Declutterring will do that. I laughed when you pulled out that crossbow, girlfriend. What next? LOL. You are making such life-changing progress and I know that future Mira is going to thank you (after she finishes the future-Mira projects) for giving yourself a calm, peaceful place to live and enjoy all your fun hobbies. I have no advice for you. Just encouragement, validation, and plenty of loving vibes. PS:: no water bottles in this video. What is happening?? LOL

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thanks for commenting! So sorry I made you dizzy. I thought I had removed that part until I got to the voiceover. I have added links to my ThreadUp items. There are two bags of items (including what's shown here) that they haven't processed yet, but I'll add them after they are processed. I did have a couple of water bottles in this one, but they are gallon sized ones and not Aquafina (don't tell them I cheated, LOL).

[@TypicalTGreen]

How you were like, " T-shirt quilt? ...Nope." had me smiling. 😊 How is your skin with memory foam? I bought one years ago that I still use! It's similar to this...content://com.brave.browser.FileProvider/images/screenshot/17056293289011257386932400669429.jpg

[@meghanandersen3668]

“We’ve only just begun..” we both sang “to live” at the same time! Hahahahaha😂

[@kidjayjay2772]

I have a whole bedroom of my dad and also my fiancé's belongs that because they passed away in 2020 . My dad had a fall and my lovely fiance died within 5 weeks of being told he had cancer. You have given me strength to start on clearing it out so that I can make a sensory room for my autistic son. THANK YOU So much Mira ❤

[@sharronlewis3429]

🇬🇧❤️ loved watching you sorting your bedroom out, you got me up off my Bum & I started cleaning, moving furniture, cleaning more, my biggest problem is , clothes. 😬🤭 But I'm on a Roll, & if I slow down, I'll watch you. Then that will get me up & moving. 🙏😇💕 You'll get there, maybe slowly, or a little faster. 🤗

[@flightlessphoenix77]

You don't have places yet for the things you want to keep but you got out the cardboard boxes and packaging, you found hangers you can use, you separated out the comics and costumes, you found some clothes to let go of, and you were able to clean and mop! That is huge. Everything that has been through your hands is progress and now you can get your curtain rod fixed when your closet work is done too. This is incredible!! Go Mira!!

[@joyindrelie6715]

I love that your mom made a costume with you in college. She sounds like she was a fun mom!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

She was always so supportive of our interests and hobbies.

[@AngusHenry09]

Mira, I always say no home is truly complete without a sword in the kitchen and a crossbow in the bedroom 😜😜😜 You are doing wonderful, one bite at a time.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

So true!

[@madzabinga8382]

Bahaha!

[@gingerwoodruff3622]

You might want to try different colored bags for different types of items ie. Black bags for trash, white bags for donations and clear bags for keeping. That way you don’t have to deal with items more than once.

[@homeschoolteenswithjenny]

The cross bow find was funny! I was worried it was going to be a chain saw, so I'm a little relieved to see the cross bow. LOL

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

I didn't even think about chainsaw. I don't have one of those. 😂

[@harpieahouse6246]

me too! ahaha

[@sharondipity152]

My brain went to “corkscrew” from the title. 😂😂😂

[@Conval-wi5eh]

Glad I am not the only one who thought it would be a chainsaw 😂

[@molee8863]

😂😂😂

[@fabienneroure9995]

The only pillow that helped me sleep much better is the "Polar Tropic Pillow". You have inspired me to declutter my arts & crafts stuff and it feels so good to only have what I truly use! Take care and cheers from Ontario Canada. 🍁🍂🐿🦔🦌

[@bloodliriel]

Hello Mira! Thank you for entertaining me 😂 my ideas about keeping at it when you're not feeling it: 1. Deal with 10 pieces a day. 10 is doable. 2. If you look at your Mount Washmore: is this worth your time and effort, physically and mentally? Are you washing it to afterwards donate? Don't get me wrong, I'm very much for donations! But the amount you're dealing with is humongous. If you will give these clothes away anyway, maybe it is, for now, better if you grab them and throw them away. And once you feel more capable of tackling this, you can still return to donations etc. The whole process will feel less daunting to you. Also, if you like looking forward to something: feed your brain some dopamine by setting up a little reward for directly after your declutter session. One cupcake. A special tea. Something you enjoy. Set your mind to it: I will deal with my amount of things, and afterwards I'll treat myself to looking at my most beautiful tarot deck of all times. You got this. You don't have to perform the same every day. Neurotypical people don't usually do it, and ADD people certainly don't, especially under difficult circumstances like after a loss and in January. Sending hugs from Luxembourg 🇱🇺

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you so much! Love all of your ideas and appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@adelia988]

Lots of these sorts of clothes aren’t biodegradable, so she is better off trying to recycle or resell.

[@adelia988]

Those little boxes could be put on their sides and stacked on top of each other, then tape together and they can be a temporary place to fold all your t shirts in. I know what you mean about pillows of course there are memory foam pillows, i though found mine too high, I tried feather but the dig into you, I’m now on a micro fibre cheap flat pillow and that has been better for me, pillows are such a personal thing, only you know what makes you comfortable.

[@madzabinga8382]

Mount Washmore? Hahaha!☺️

[@AngelaBraisher]

Hi there. I'm Angela from Scotland I stumbled across your channel and have binge watched every episode. I would like to applaud you for being so brave and vulnerable to allow the world into your home. What you are achieving for both yourself and your doggy is so remarkable 💖 Your friend who helped in one of the earlier living room videos.....had she come by since then for a visit? It would be wonderful to see her reaction to all of the hard work that has been done 😊 I wish all the best for you. I too suffer from anxiety and depression.....its not fun. I agree, January is a horrible month. My mammy passed on the 29th....it will be 7 years already 😢, so I know what you are going through. Just know that it will get easier xxxxxx Your mama will be watching over you and will be so proud of your progress 😊 xxxxx Keep going .....you've got this !!

[@patriciandcowgirl6044]

You cracked me up when you put “weeks later” on the screen. It’s always good to laugh. I encourage you to maintain what you have cleaned and removing garbage and donating clothes ASAP. I go through my clothes every winter and donate. Sometimes I can’t decide on a piece of clothing and I hang on to it, only to find out the next winter I still haven’t worn it, so out it goes. I have never missed the things I’ve donated. Keep it up…doing just even a little everyday will help you stay focused. And look! You have thousands of people cheering you on!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you!

[@bethirwin7445]

Mira, no! Do NOT keep those leggings because you might use them for something! 🙅🏼‍♀️ Put them in the trash as soon as you take them off & CELEBRATE that you have a bazillion left to wear! By the time you need something for a paint or dye project, you’ll have worn out more. 👍🏻 When you see all those T-shirts in one place, I suspect it’ll get easier to make another pass. That’s what jump started me to fill 6 bags. I put things in piles by categories & suddenly had the visual of how much of that category I had 😱 If the pile was bigger than the place I had to put them, enough pile had to go to fit. No Tardis coming to save me! 😂 But I really haven’t missed anything that went out once it was out of sight. 🙅🏼‍♀️

[@saphireb.9476]

I need to categorize things as well.. that helps me a lot ..then i decide what/when i want to deal with... paper clothes- tools- household.. and each of those categories have categories.. .it's a process.. but it helps me down size to a realistic amount of pants shirts, bowls...ect. to " keep".

[@BWN79]

Agree friend. Let any & everything that is torn, worn or snagged go!!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

It really would help me a lot to have some storage that is larger on the inside. 😂 You've convinced me to get rid of the raggedy pair though. Out they go!

[@melodyspencer3868]

You have way too many clothes and chances are you won’t ever wear them. Get rid of 90% and you’ll be doing yourself a huge favor

[@bethirwin7445]

@@PeelingAwaytheClutter Good girl! It’ll be a major morale boost to wear a new pair ❤️ You’re worth it! ❤️ Now let’s have a little twirl next video to show off your new(er) pair & accessorize with one of those slinky feeling shirts you like the texture of. 👍🏻 No fair tossing them by us without an occasional try on, right? Make your excavations an occasion & enjoy! You’re getting your house back & thousands of us are cheering you on! 💥💥💥

[@dianeakins6652]

A reformed clutter person here. We can only maintain so many things with the closet and drawers that we have. The excess needs to go as soon as you bag it to go to Thread Up or wherever else you donate to. Don't think twice about anything. None of us have known what is in a box or at the bottom of the pile. The accumulation of items causes it to be difficult to move around and brings on anxiety. Therapeutic in the long run to rid ourselves of the clutter. This has been my strategy in decluttering. You are doing great.

[@shellycrow7737]

Mira, I love you so much! I laugh and cry along with you. You are doing a great job with decluttering! You are also doing great with dealing with your grief. You are a strong woman and I'm proud of you. You are an inspiration.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@joanlauridsen2288]

Dear Mira. You are doing great! Does not matter how long it took. You did it! ❤ you must try to say to yourself, that you do not need more clothes and you do not have to buy it, just because it is pretty. Tell yourself that 10 times, morning, midday and evening. After or before every meal. Do that several weeks, and suddenly you realize, that you do not buy clothes anymore ❤❤❤

[@librarynan4610]

Life is too short to wear shoes that hurt. Glad you were able to let those boots go. You are making progress! Your bedroom will be bigger when the clutter is out.

[@johnwolfe2616]

Sue Wolfe- You're making progress, Mira! Try working in the closet first so there's a place to put the clothes you want to keep. Then, focus on the room contents. The frustration you're speaking of is called "stuff-shifting." It's moving things around but not really getting anywhere. I know how it feels to expend a lot of energy and not really get anywhere. Give yourself grace and work in smaller spaces and complete that space so you feel that sense of accomplishment. You're really getting there, Mira. Baby steps!! 👍👏💪❤️❤️

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you so much, Sue! Appreciate you.

[@sheila3205]

Please consider donating your clothing, shoes, and other usable items to Domestic Violence shelters in your Community. Larger women who flee their homes need everything you are attempting to sell. Also, you can take your donations off your 2024 taxes. A win-win for everyone! 🎉

[@ucfhillcollege8296]

I am thinking she is trying to recoup some of the money she has spent on these clothes. This is normal with someone just starting to declutter; there is guilt over how much money has been spent. Between t shirts and leggings, it has got to be in the thousands. As more time passes, I am sure she will start donating.

[@sheila3205]

In reality, Mira will receive very little money for ALL those things she is attempting to sell. The sad thing is that THEY will keep everything and dispose of what they don't pay for. Of course it's her things but she could really bless a lot of women if she were to donate.

[@kathleenmcgovern9659]

What helped me a lot was Dana K. White's " container concept". As a former hoarder of clothes, crafts, books, etc., I finally realised that a room was only so big, a drawer can only fit so much, a tote can only hold so much. THE REST OF IT IS TOO MUCH! I finally cleared out a lot, ( I am not done yet). Now I am a convert to the one in one out rule. It's hard, no lie. Keep going, Miss Mira. We're all in this for each other.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@leashy1204]

When you see the pile as work - turn that idea around and think of it as fun!! Exploring & finding new things!! Treasure hunting!! Imagine why you love what you have and keep thinking about how this item will fit into your new life. Look at your world differently with new fresh eyes. You have new toys! New books and comic books to read! New clothes to wear!! Its all very exciting!!🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍🌟😍

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

I really need to keep this in mind. Treasure hunting! Thanks for sharing.

[@homeschoolteenswithjenny]

I have to admit that was overwhelming FOR ME! WOW! It was awesome to see your floor at the end though! I can tell you were struggling with where to put the items you were trying to sort. I love that you have a goal with the closet - you just need a place to start putting the "keep" items, so you can determine how much space you have and how much to keep.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

It was overwhelming to do, so I'm not surprised it was overwhelming to watch. I think I will be able to make more progress now that I have figured out a plan. Thanks for watching!

[@timmytimone4726]

Love your laugh and your weird filming angles! This is authentic auteur cinema! 😂 Thanks for your generosity sharing your journey and for your company.

[@chriswilford3576]

Oh Mira I just love your laugh! It’s so good that you can laugh at yourself 😊😊😊 You have got this clearing out! It doesn’t matter if you are handling some items more than once, it just matters that you get to the end of each room without too much stress on yourself. The idea one person commented on of having three bags and label them give away, keep and sell is a good one, you can always look at the contents before they go out of the house, if that makes you more comfortable. Keeping on keeping on, we’re willing you on from all corners of the world. Watching from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺 ❤🎉

[@tinyhappystudio]

It was so satisfying to see the floor at the end!! Well done. It’s now a white hole, where everything flys back out, and out the door and out of your life for good :) Keep going, you have thousands of people cheering you on. You are amazing! I do have to agree with everyone else, ditch the holes leggings and wear one of your many other pairs for tasks around the house. You will always have a pair that are worse than the others and this pair can become the default ‘painting clothes’ when you reach the point of decorating. You deserve non-holley leggings even for tasks around the house! Keep going!! Cannot wait to see the closest cleared out. You’ve got this.

[@cheriland7461]

Dearest Mira, Please throw away those pants at 33:00. Choose one of those pair of pants that bring you joy that you already own and wear them while painting or doing a dirty job. You got your money's worth out of the pants you are wearing in this video. You've already paid for all the other pants you aren't wearing so there is no financial loss. You are amazing, you are worth more than a worn pair of pants. You are priceless. Value yourself as much as we do. YOU ROCK!!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

You're right. I will toss them. Thank you!

[@beverlyflowers9325]

I admire your courage to face your clutter issue in a positive way. Putting it on UTube also is courageous. You're doing a great job, love your videos ❤

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you so much!

[@stephanyec.7519]

When I don't feel like doing anything, sometimes getting inspired by my favourite youtube channels helps me regain some energy. Ps: you are on my inspiration youtuber's list ❤❤

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Wow, thank you!

[@kirstybrown2480]

Keep going you’re doing great just throw those boxes away. Don’t even look in them.

[@MickeyC321]

Crank up your favorite music and have available a beverage and snack to look forward to during a break. You are creating a lovely home for you and your furry sweetheart.

[@ClairePierson-n8r]

You are doing great! And trust me on this...take those boxes from the closet, don't even open them, and let them go. You haven't missed anything that is inside of them in all this time, and it will be way too overwhelming to go through it all and make decisions!

[@andersdottir1111]

Good idea.

[@lauracurry9917]

I absolutely agree. Let them go!

[@laurac56]

Good idea but I doubt it will be possible.

[@pandapeek55]

Exactly! Even the clothes you’re pulling out of the piles, you haven’t missed them and you’ve had plenty to wear without them. If you added up everything you’ve kept and there’s more than 365 outfits, you’ll never wear them all. Tough love…just get rid of them! Once they’re out the door, you’ll not miss them nor regret getting rid of them.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

This is a good idea, but the truth is if I did that the boxes would be out the door but they would live on in my mind. I would always wonder what was in them. Some pain right now will save me unending pain down the road. Plus many of the boxes were packed in haste, so I can't be sure they are just clothes. Photos have a way of hiding everywhere.

[@jackiemarx3312]

You are doing a great job! I love your voice overs! You slay me!😂😂😂

[@toni5431]

Your living room is a bigger clearer area where you can sit comfortably to sort clothing items. Set up 3 bins on the floor in front of you. Keep, donate, sell. Also have a trash bag ready in case anything needs to be thrown away. Grab a big armful of clothes from your bedroom and take them to the sofa to sort. Do this till the sorting bins are full. Once you've washed keep items put them in a clearly labelled keep bag and place the keep bags in a corner of the living room for the time being. Get rid of the donate and sell as soon poss to free up the room. Keep repeating the remove and sort till you've cleared through all the loose clothing and you're just left with bags labelled keep. There should be plenty of room to move about in there once the clothes are out so you can organise, clean and sort your bedroom. Put clothes back last once you are happy with how you have it. Keep at it Mira you're doing great. P.s I'm not a Stay but I am an ARMY! 💜💜💜

[@GiGi-to-Three]

Great method, I think that would help tremendously. In this video Mira you seemed to just look at the clothes and toss them aside. I think once you touch an item it should be toss, donate or keep. I agree with several of the posts you have way to many clothes!! Keep up the good work!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thanks so much!

[@sagekellywrites]

I totally agree. Use the living room as a sorting zone. Also, please don't bother washing the clothes before you sort them. Only wash the clothes you're going to keep. It will reduce your feeling of overwhelm and use less soap, water, and energy. And be careful with the 'stuff shifting', that also feeds the overwhelm. Try the OHIO principle - Only Handle It Once. I really do get how hard it is to reduce collections of favorite things. I had to sort through my fabric collection a few years ago. I did a quick toss to get rid of stuff I knew I wouldn't use, then the second pass was slower, sorting by fabric content. The third pass was to make the collection fit into its assigned space. Touching each piece of fabric three times was really too much and very overwhelming. Dana K White has a great video about her container concept.

[@lfuentes4098]

Great idea. I would also suggest if you have a dresser in your room that you start with those to sort first. Then once you have room you can put away more of your keeps in there.

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

I think this method could really help you as well. Especially, if you get the thread up and donate boxes and bags out of the house as soon as possible at the end of each session. if you post pictures of you sending them off or delivering them, we will cheer you on! I don’t know if it’s difficult to get them out with the snowy weather or not?

[@debby891]

Mira, you are doing an amazing job! You are helping so many of us in ways you don’t realize. I’m 65, have been very overweight my entire life. I am taking your approach at decluttering on my journey to lose weight. I didn’t gain it all in one day, it took years just like clutter takes years to add up. I’m taking it in small steps, forgiving myself when I need to and as long as I make progress, that’s what’s important. And you have arrows in your bedroom, why 😂 😂😂

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

To go with the crossbow, of course. 😂 I'm glad I can help in any small way. Best wishes with your journey!

[@a.t.6535]

I cheered when I first glimpsed the floor! I get where you're coming from in wishing for a more dramatic, whole room transformation, but you did a darn good job whittling away there 🎉 Maybe in the future, you could try sorting in another room? Maybe it would reduce handling items multiple times if you threw a pile into a laundry basket or those IKEA totes, hauled it to the living room, and did the sorting there? It'd also give you more options for filming angles, although of course the actual decluttering is the most important. Just thinking out loud. You're right, you conquered Clutter Mountain, you CAN do anything! If not for that experience, you wouldn't have had the realization about how the totes help you sort, for example 😃

[@valeriehopkins644]

Decluttering and organizing are ever evolving. For the clean clothes youre keeping maybe try packing in unused suitcases or marked boxes or unused laundry baskets.

[@CherylCoolidge]

Just a thought, if you want to get things out besides thread up and including thread up go put these bags in the car after you work on them to get them out of your room and next time you get into the car go to mail thread up things or drop other things to good will etc.

[@megana5658]

You’re doing a great job. That’s a massive amount of stuff to tackle.

[@deannaw9657]

Mira... after seeing you back at it in the bedroom, i was encouraged to get back in to the smallest and most challenging room in the apartment. It holds the last of the last batch of random things i have been holding on to from 4 years of decluttering. All storage spots are full at this point so i may just have to throw out or donate them. SO HARD! Much love to you and know that we're fighting right along with you. ❤

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Yay! I'm so glad! Wishing you all the best. You can do it!

[@hollyschmitt7394]

My tip for when you aren’t feeling well but want to stay motivated… instead of declutterring a section… give yourself small daily goals like finding homes for 15 items per day. Whether is a piece of trash, something to donate, or something that just needs a new spot in your home. Small tasks on hard days.

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

Can you consider keeping just 31 tops and 31 pants/leggings ? That leaves you with a new outfit daily for a whole month, All the rest could be donated? Love your progress!!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

That is something to work toward but I know I will not get there on a first pass. I'll keep working on it.

[@Ragt0p]

Oh, I just love your sense of humor! «I’m gonna use it for dying, or other messy stuff. Fabric dyeing, I meant fabric dyeing!»

[@thedreadednyondo]

So glad to see you working away at the clutter, even when grief makes you really not want to. Sometimes when I’m overwhelmed I’ll pick something really tiny to work on, like a single drawer that needs cleaning out and reorganization. Or a single shopping bag. Or a single box that needs breaking down and recycling. A tiny success can lead to bigger ones.

[@bugbuggirl5239]

I don't find your camera angles a problem at all. It gives us a close up of what you are really dealing with. Great job again! You really have gone through so much and your generous humour makes your videos so enjoyable to watch. I laugh right along with you.

[@LaurenSmith-tb6ye]

Yes, I agree that the angles make you feel like you are really in the room, not just watching from afar!

[@cindylouwho9348]

I love hearing your voice! Your laugh is contagious! Keep going, you are doing so good! Just the fact you can come back after such loss says you are learning a new way of life! We are cheering you on!!!❤🎉

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you!

[@dianerichard5237]

Geep going girl. Your on a roll. GREAT JOB!❤❤❤❤

[@LaurenSmith-tb6ye]

Something I sometimes do that might help you: I don't fold all of my t-shirts one at a time, rather I lay them flat one on top of another with the fronts on top. If I have to move them, I simply fold them in half at the waist and move them all at once. That way, they are less wrinkled and they don't topple over. When you are ready, sort, fold, and put them in your categories of keep, sell, donate. It just brings simple order to a large number of t-shirts at one time. This is a project left for another day.

[@tracybird4547]

You’re doing fantastic! My tip is to not do all that laundry before sorting. I buy from thrift stores all the time. I always wash whatever I buy before using. I’m not suggesting that obviously soiled clothes don’t get cleaned first but if it’s just to freshen things, that seems like a ton of work that’s probably not needed. I would sort the clothes in 3 categories - keep, Thread Up, donate. I would just make those decisions and put them all in clearly marked boxes/bins. I would then prioritize getting all the Thread Up out as fast as possible to give you space. I would then take another pass at the donate section, dividing it into 2 categories - needs washing, doesn’t need washing. The no wash boxes are next out the door. Wash boxes are then priority so they can go out. I would get to my keep clothes section last because you’re more likely to have room to put away after you wash. I find it easier to do things in chunks and I think you can minimize the drain on your executive function by doing the decision making in stages this way. It’s worth considering.

[@tonietteh2015]

You're doing an Amazing job!!! My only suggestion that I found helped me while clearing out a three bedroom house after my spouse died suddenly was to start in one corner of a room and set an hour timer. If it wasn't done, or I still had time left. I would move a little bit to the next area closest to the corner. And I asked myself over an over, what should I keep that comforts me now. Any item that caused pain got either donated or boxed away in a clearly labeled container. Pretty soon the decluttering itself became a comfort It was like an ephinany....I cannot control the situation that is causing me to grieve so hard, yet I definitely can control how many cookbooks I am going to keep ***Sending gentle hugs and love and peaceful moments to you dear lady **

[@jillberry2802]

Love your laugh. I would just suggest that you just do a quick 5 minute tidy up every night in your lounge/ family room. Pick up fold your blankets, pump up pillows, pick up trash and put things back in their places, eg tv remotes, phones on charge or laptops on charge. I have found that if I don't do these real quick tidy ups, I feel over whemed the next morning. Keep on moving we all have the one step forward and two step backwards days and you are dealing with weather and loss , however acknowledging it is half the battle.

[@Anberel]

Watching other people’s decluttering videos or playing music I like helps when I’m not feeling that motivated. I know the clothes are overwhelming right now. Perhaps you should pick out a sort of “capsule wardrobe” of about 30 days worth of clothing and sort the rest into stackable bins with labels. Then you can go through each category and decide what to keep. There’s a saying “you can’t organize clutter.” You won’t be able to organize the clothes until you have been able to declutter them. If you aren’t willing or able to declutter as you go, then you need to find a way to temporarily contain the clothes you have sorted into categories.

[@emilysurany3468]

Mira, you demonstrate amazing patience and persistence when you are decluttering. You tackle piles that would have completely overwhelmed me. BRAVO!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Oh thank you!

[@juanitakidd7828]

Mira, you have so many clothes you can pretend you are a movie star and wear an outfit once and donate it and still have plenty😊

[@user-fs6ou3fk9p]

You're doing amazing! Slow and steady wins the race. I do a smaller area when I'm having trouble feeling motivated. Maybe only do one box of clothes from the closet a day. I, too, am grieving from the loss of my mom. Taking a short walk also helps kick start me. You're doing great!

[@leahfischer5264]

Excellent!!! When I am depressed I am in a freeze state. I think you are having great success despite your emotions..keep doing what you are doing!!

[@kerry0411]

Oh Mira, what a treat! A lovely long video to hear your glorious giggle and hilarious comments. 'Mam, you have me in stitches 😂😂 If you've not found "thecarlaproject" on KZbin, I'd really recommend herm she has a couple of great videos about decluttering when you're not feeling it. She's a lovely lady, full of joy and kindness just like yourself. She's been doing a huge declutter in her own life for a few years and is now helping her sister. Anyway, I hope you enjoy her videos (she has a great dog too!) and I'm so looking forward to seeing your next video and sharing every triumphant patch of clear floorspace with you 🎉🎉

[@suicydeblonde]

I love that you are pushing through. I can imagine the mountains of clothes are exhausting to deal with. I can see there will be an end to the clothing. That is the ray of hope to help you get to the next part. Keep on with small chunks. It will all add up. You got this!

[@shannonstroud2479]

Hey Mira! I think you’ll find your room feels plenty big enough when you’ve done decluttering! Can I ask if you would please mind telling us more about what you’re keeping and what you are letting go of as you go through things? Thanks! 😊 xx

[@Alex-dz2et]

Yes! I can see her sorting things to different piles off screen but don’t know what those piles are. Otherwise it just looks like churn… 😊

[@shannonstroud2479]

I so desperately wish i lived closer as i am itching to help! 😂

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

I'll work on that. Thanks for the feedback!

[@shannonstroud2479]

@@PeelingAwaytheClutter thanks Mira! Keep on going - you’re doing great!!

[@goldfishsnake]

I think that's an important realization about the tshirt quilt. I think "tshirt quilt" usually just means "I'm not ready to let go" which is really different than "these items are so meaningful that I must keep them forever / these are my personal heirlooms." If you're not ready to let go, then keep the shirts in a box like you did, and revisit them later, because then when you _are_ ready they can still be donated and worn as shirts for other people :)

[@MichelleCooper-yk9ln]

Mira, you are doing SO well! Just keep tackling one small area at a time! If you want to change it up for a day, you might want to try a “touch it once” approach. Enter a room and pick up an item and put it in a permanent home. Then you can try another item. If you don’t like that approach keep doing a small space at a time. I really admire your determination even during the hard times.

[@genie6456]

I’ve been watching you for awhile now and even through the tough times you are making progress and THAT is remarkable. I have started on my clothes. It’s overwhelming and difficult to know where to even start…. It’s a little thing, but I have 5 drawers in a dresser full of socks! Some I like and some I can’t even remember if I like them or not. At my age, it’s all about comfort. My solution is to take a clean pair out each day to wear and at night I either throw away the uncomfortable ones or put the good ones in the laundry bin. So far, have emptied an entire drawer this way! My goal is one drawer for light colors and one for dark. So as I declutter and life gets in the way, I make a little progress EVERY DAY!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

What a great idea to wear them and then decide. I'm going to use this when I get to my second pass through the clothes. Well done!

[@JustNatasha93]

Here’s what I do to keep going with cleaning & decluttering when I’m struggling and I really, really don’t feel like it. I do what I can when I’m waiting for something else. For example - waiting for the microwave I use all of that time to load or unload the dishwasher or pick up things on the counter that don’t belong. Making coffee might equal tidying one drawer or one shelf in a cabinet. I also pair very small things with when I already need to get up. When I get a drink from the kitchen, I take a couple pieces of trash to the can. On my way back, I switch laundry from washer to dryer. Need to use the restroom? Put away 3 things that were left on the bathroom counter. Etc. each of these things seem so very small that they seem as if they won’t make a difference. But they actually make a huge difference over the course of a day or week and keep the progress moving forward instead of backward.

[@hanna7644]

Progress!! ❤ Maybe set a timer for 20 min when you just are not feeling it.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Good idea!

[@jeane519]

I just found you and am sooooo impressed! I can only do something like this when I am alone, which is rare. I don’t like people asking me why, etc. I one day I generated 8 huge bags of clothes. My husband took them to the Goodwill the following day. I think I need to try your way, small areas at a time.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Wow, well done! That's amazing that you let go of so much! Welcome, and thanks for sharing!

[@chrystaltuckness5298]

Well done! That is so impressive and motivating!

[@ginashepard7]

I found your videos through A Beautiful Mess. I suffer from the curse of, life long, chronic disorganization as well as a collector of sentimental thing of my loved ones. I love your humor!! You asked about a pillow…I have a pillow graveyard as well 😅 The best one I’ve found is the “My Pillow” I don’t know if you have tried one. If you haven’t it might be worth a try. Next video I watch of yours I am going to tackle one of my black holes! You are very real and inspiring. Thank you!!

[@faithsmith7431]

Good afternoon, Mira. I am proud of you for keeping going. Please remember, three steps forward and two back, if that is the book title, lol. Your laughter is contagious 😍 Last week, I got rid of two car loads of "stuff." This week, I work on medical records, arranging 7 years worth for Ron and I. I took down some plastic letter sorting racks and now have immediate access to all of our medical records. I also worked on my closet, as I could not get the doors open to get to my clothing. I plan on donating at least one car load tomorrow. You keep inspiring me. Thank you. Love and hugs❤

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Wow, you are doing great! Congrats on all you're doing. I'm glad I could inspire you!

[@davidmitchell1304]

I would like to see shots of you hauling bags and boxes to the curb or your car.

[@maureenmcclymont5940]

Had a good laugh over the weapons! I feel for you sorting through this clothing. Perhaps putting up a portable clothes rack out of your bedroom and hanging up what you have decided to keep. Visually it might also help you decide what you want to keep over a few weeks until your closet is cleaned out.

[@TypicalTGreen]

You might've already thought of this, but have you considered buying clear plastc tubs for the clothes that you are keeping and or color coordinated ones? Ones that you know you'd be able to move even if they are full... I'm a pretty visual person myself, and I know my clear bins helped me when I sorted my keepsake pieces! 🧥👖🧦

[@blaaaaaaarrrrr]

You're not the only one who let's things sit a while longer before discarding them. I do the same. Maybe the decision has to ripen with things in plain sight a little longer or something. 🤷‍♀️

[@libbyecheverria730]

When you're not feeling motivated, set really small goals. Like "i see 3 boxes i can pull out and break down," do that, and then take a break. Then set another tiny goal, like "I'm going to fold 10 shirts." Then do that without more expectation. You start to feel like you're accomplishing things, because you are, and the energy starts to build a little. You can also set a 10 minute timer, and just do as much as you can for 10 minutes and then take a long break.

[@dob1997]

youre definitely right about needing a space for the things youve sorted through to go - for example having a tote or box with every tshirt so you dont keep finding them and folding them. also, keep focusing on the recycling / trash / thread up bags you are getting out - theres definitely a big dent being made, even if theres a lot to go. consider asking for help again given how hard mobility is - but also, go slow and easy, consistently doing a little will get further than trying to do it all at once. you're getting there!

[@lenac7671]

That was an incredible job! Well done Mira 😀

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you so much!

[@DonnaO3184]

Yay Mira! You are plugging away. I always feel motivated when I take out recycling & trash. Then load up donations & take them so others than benefit. Mailing off your Thread up could make you realize an instant inventory reduction,which is awesome. So proud of you!

[@ucfhillcollege8296]

My thoughts exactly!! Every item out is a WIN! And the items leaving the house and the car is the final step of decluttering!!

[@LC-38338]

Great job Mira! Thank you for inspiring me to declutter my bedroom. I totally understand how frustrating it is when you don't even have the space for sorting. I find it helpful to do what Mack from Midwest Magic Cleaning recommends and just concentrate on a 3ft space and work on that until done. I really love your look today when you put your hair in a bun, that is what I do now that I am retired and i just like to get my hair out of my face with a ponytail or bun, or even a head band, it feels great! Love your videos and don't despair, you have accomplished so much already! Thank you for taking us along with you! I look forward to each video of yours!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you so much! Wishing you the best with your declutter too.

[@annhardesty1696]

I think you are doing just fine! It's winter and grief is hard. Do a tiny bit every day. Future you will thank you for persevering, even in small ways.

[@sarahwilks2413]

Hi Mira, you are doing amazingly! Look how much you have done instead of looking at how much you have to do. It took years to accumulate all your things and it's going to take quite a while to go through them all so don't get disheartened by the process. You are grieving, this is a time to be kind to yourself and set smaller goals not try to do huge amounts. I would recommend trying to turn things into a game, set a timer and find as much rubbish as possible in 5 minutes (I like to make a chart plotting my progress and also make a Ta Dah! List in my diary showing what I've managed to do that day instead of a to do list that's never ending!) Or concentrate on working for 20 minutes at a time then giving yourself a reward like a nice hot coffee (and a sweet treat). ❤

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Great ideas. Thanks for sharing!

[@BlueBird-nf2gp]

I used to live in a 3 level townhouse so I understand about not wanting to do lots of stairs. It was tiring on laundry days! I also sometimes have a few things I set aside to decide about decluttering them later. For me a lot of decluttering is revisiting things that were maybes in past rounds. Every year I seem willing and able to get rid of more items that I wanted to keep in the past. This week I made another pass through my books and found over 40 that I am now ok getting rid of. Everything we pass on to others is like sending gifts out into the world. 😊

[@Metdiva1]

Mira, you're doing great! At the beginning of my whole house declutter, I had to take things in shorter bites. I could only do so much, and would have to take a break for a bit before I could let go of more. I called it my "peeling the onion" method. I still have a bit to do, so the onion is much smaller now. You're making great progress towards your goals! 🎉

[@juliehurley9795]

Great job Mira. You are doing so well and I am so proud of you.

[@KalicoKat1013]

Mira you are a STAY? I am ARMY!! Love our boys! Great job. (I have to confess I am a legging hoarder myself. I love em)

[@lzal9204]

Mira, I was dying laughing when you pulled out a freaking CROSSBOW!! Omg Mira is a badass superhero in another dimension. 😂 Crossbows, swords. Girl, I am not messing with you. Proud of you for tackling that mountain.

[@gnomeoneshome]

As someone who also suffers with depression, I am constantly amazed and inspired by your ability to keep persevering and get stuff done, even when you´re not feeling great. This video proves that! It may have taken weeks, but you did still carve out a space, and now you’re able to use that space to help you go through your closet! I love the idea someone else had of moving three baskets/boxes to the living room for donate/keep/throw, and then you can go through bit by bit while you’re able to sit comfortably in your lovely living space while watching your favourite shows etc. I don’t really have many other tips for when you’re in a funk but want to get stuff done - I usually put on someone like you, or Bonnie, or Acre Homestead to get me inspired to get up and get doing despite how rough I feel - even just for 10 minutes! The other thing I know that can sometimes help me is to take some time to be a little more creative, if I have the energy. I really loved getting to see your pin craft project and scrapbooking, and it felt to me as a viewer that that helped restore some of your energy too. I’d love to see more if you need time to rest and recouperate with some art! Also, your Star Trek uniform is amazing! So special for you to share that memory with us. I could really picture it framed up on your wall in your scrapbooking studio once your decluttering journey has carved out a space for you there (at least, that’s what I would do with such a sentimental and stunning costume, if it brought me joy to see it!) It’s certainly inspired me to make one for myself one day! Great job Mira, keep it up! Cheering for you from Norway with my own little morkiepoo Pickle ❤

[@tngirlz4622]

WAY TO GO, MIRA! 👏👏👏🥳🎉 There are so many excellent suggestions in the comments, I hope some of them help you with this painful and difficult task. You can do it - you’ve already done so much! My suggestions are to find something you’d consider a reward, and say, “When I get through this pile, have worked for an hour, can see the floor, etc., I get to watch, read, etc. “ As you say, it’s nice to have something to look foreword to! I’ve found little rewards along the way can help. I also find cleaning one spot helps (like you did here), so I can look at it and say ‘Yay!’ every time I go by. It has to be a big enough spot that the mess won’t flow back in😁. You’ve motivated me - I cleaned part of the linen closet yesterday, and decluttered enough to to put the vacuum cleaner in there. It used to have a spot in that closet, but somehow random things snuck in, and the vacuum was stored in the dining room for months. So, thanks! From Canada 🇨🇦

[@barbarap6851]

Keep up the great work, Mira!

[@becca377]

It’s always going to get worse before it gets better - think this will likely be the process of your bedroom. All the stuff coming out the wardrobe will make a ‘mess’ but when it’s sorted it will all come together! Agree with those saying don’t even open the boxes, just donate them. If you haven’t missed them, they won’t be a loss and hopefully a charity can raise some money from them. Keep going, you’re doing great!

[@carolemg]

Hello Mira. It is 10:30 pm here in France and what a better way than watching your video before heading to bed 😊

I agree! I live in Slovakia, and I was also super happy Mira posted, and clicked straight away on play :) I ve been waiting whole week for this :D

[@timmytimone4726]

Same from Spain! :)

[@Thebiene64]

Germany is also watching 🇩🇪

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

It makes me so happy to read this. I love hearing where you are from and that you enjoy watching. Love you all!

@@PeelingAwaytheClutter Mira, you made a huge progress :) I am happy for you and Clay, and I loved the bits when you watch yourself on video and instantly realize that you dont need so many pieces of clothing...for example donut leggins gets me laughing :D

[@jennpittman8299]

Two things that I hope encourage you… write yourself little post it notes that remind you of each room. Post them on mirrors and walls and read them aloud when you see them! Also, a gratitude journal or scrapbook of all you’ve done. ❤️ You are awesome, Mira!

[@oliviafox3605]

Just seeing you able to sit in a chair on a clean floor in the "black hole" space made me sooooo proud of you!

[@shannonw6604]

No tips, as there have been many awesome ones already shared. Just sending you good wishes and thanks for the inspiring and entertaining content. The most wholesome place on KZbin. It's got everything: laughs, tears, celebrities, weapons, singing, pop culture and connection. :) I get a kick out of your sense of humour. LOL

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Aw, thank you!

[@kellycrowl1500]

Go, Mira go! Stick with it! You have got it in the home stretch!❤❤❤

[@MaryEavey-dc3sk]

that is a huge dent in that room; seeing the blue tape on the floor and the wall. And you have very beautiful wood floors!!! Keep up the good work. I know this one was a big one!

[@daniellebcraftingcorner]

Wow Mira you sounded discouraged but this was a HUGE amount of work! You were sitting in a chair on the open floor of what had been a huge pile! I wish I could offer more help on how to stay motivated when in a bad mental space but honestly I can't even clean when I'm fine. Thanks executive dysfunction 🙄 a popular tip I hear is set a timer for 15 min. If you still aren't feeling it you can stop but most the time you'll want to keep going. Definitely easier to stay in motion than get in motion though

[@CathyGreenCakes]

IKEA has some pretty decent pillows, especially for the price, and you may be able to order online. And, maybe donate the duvet to a pet shelter?? Keep up the good work, you’re an inspiration for sure.

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Thank you!

[@gohelio]

You're doing great! Maybe just focus right now on sorting into different categories without making any major decisions. Move all the bags somewhere else & clear the room out so the space itself isn't so overwhelming. Then just focus on one category at a time. I really like the container method. Only keep what you can fit into your closet and dresser (maybe including space for tubs to hold off-season clothes). I've gotten rid of so many clothes and feel so much better but it's taken me many many passes to get to this point. At one point I started a tub for maybe items and it sat there so long I just donated it all. Keep up the good work!

[@mjbh1962]

Used your ThredUp link. Thanks for inspo! LOVELOVELOVE your videos. I’m moved by your ability to function thru grief. “Action” is my word for 2024👍. Take care!!

[@PeelingAwaytheClutter]

Wow, thank you so much! Appreciate you watching, commenting, and using the link. Action is a great word for the year!

[@juliefryman2996]

I couldn’t find Mira’s stuff in ThreadUp. How did you find it? Those leggings and T shirts are fantastic!

[@nikkiross2208]

Mira---WOW! Through your grief and the recent death of your beloved poochie, you are doing an amazing job in clearing your house, clearing your mind, and mending your heart. I see so much progress and your voice shows it; you have found your big jar of super-confidence and it's wonderful! Blessings to you! You are amazing!

[@toneart366]

I definitely need a couple of days, sometimes even weeks/months, to get ready to let go of some items that I’ve cherished for a long time even though they aren’t serving me anymore. I think that’s a process in the journey to learn that it’s not the items that makes me happy but the airiness and tidiness in my home that contributes the most to my happiness!