Declutter more than just STUFF - Wisdom from T.K. Coleman from

[@lgraps]

Cas, I can't get over how he was talking about you when he talked about people yearning to do something but thinking they can't because it's hard, when actually it's possible they just haven't found a way that works for them. That's exactly what you did when you figured out how to organize in a way that works for *you*! And now you teach it to all of us. 🎉

[@karenrich9092]

This video could be in a playlist by itself as a therapy appointment. I remember struggling with Microsoft Excel. The instructor said I needed to associate it with something in my life. That night I was dealing with my Girl scout troop's cookie order. I saw the rows and columns, then realized it was EXCEL! I figured out how to make it work and everything was okay after that. Cass, you and Mr. Coleman need to keep up the good work you're doing.

[@beverlyness7954]

Cas -if you didn't have ADHD, and didn't have to move or be active all the time, and didn't have a lot of negative self talk, and didn't have a desire for more self awareness and self improvement, and weren't so talented and creative, none of us would get to tag along and learn so much about ourselves and how we are in the world. All those crazy things, that are specifically you, are really helpful to all of us. It's good that you are the special Cas that is the one and only you. This was a great podcast, thank you.

[@fabienneroure9995]

Beautifully said!❤❤❤

[@ambersucces9867]

So well said ❤

[@GetSchmidtdone]

Wow, he’s an incredible human being. I could listen to this again and again. ❤❤❤ thank you for having him as a guest. 😊

[@ClutterbugPod]

I agree. He blew me away.

[@laurahoman7083]

Wow, after listening to that, I feel like I just spent three hours with my therapist.

[@justanotherjessica]

WOW. I'm almost speechless after listening to this. I cried and felt so SEEN by this podcast. I will definitely relisten and probably pester my husband to listen with me as well.

[@staceyl618]

Hey Cas! If you are still wanting to meditate ( I hope you don't mind unsolicited advice, I just want to save you some grief and frustration if you are interested and I am a meditator), instead of trying to directly empty your mind or stop thinking, find something to focus your mind on, and as you continually return your attention to that idea/thought/statement/breath, over time, your thoughts will naturally slow down and your mind will become peaceful.

[@Lillian584]

Yessss! For me, this was the way. I wish I knew from the beginning…

[@intherockies]

Good suggestion! I couldn't stop thinking or empty my mind even on a good day 😂

[@lindaanderson4990]

I loved this conversation .. I can't come up with what's good about all my "stuff" but I still struggle with getting rid of it.

[@allisonb.8492]

You two are amazing!! Cas, you are so real and humble and I adore you!!!

[@alexandrataylor7739]

I adore this man. I listen to The Minimalists regularly. I have come so far in my own truth seeking, it is such hard work stripping away the layers until you reach the true self. Having ADHD is like having magnified emotions and addiction has raised its ugly head in numerous ways throughout my life! Going back to the beginning and forgiving yourself and starting to love yourself is the way forward. Thank you for interviewing him! And thank you for you! ❤️❤️❤️🥰

[@alejandra3oh3]

Hi Cas! You touched my heart around the 15min mark when you talk about trying the things that aren't working and then feeling bad (ie meditating), and as a fellow adult-ADHD diagnosed person, I wanted to chime in on two things here! 1. Looking back on pre-ADHD life, I felt like this was what I did all the time. Now, though, I give myself grace because I know I need to put a different slant on almost everything. 2. Look at what you did with the concept of decluttering?! You stepped back and said, "what isn't working here?" and came up with a new slant to diagnose decluttering styles, which is life-changing!! So, here is your permission slip to keep applying slants to other things, esp these that are bullying you or bumming you out. Love you!❤❤

[@ellie448]

I LOVE Mr. Coleman and listening to him on the minimalists podcast! He’s makes me feel so at peace and gives me ways to calm my mind ♥️

[@rheahalona]

Good grief! That was the best 45 minutes I’ve spent in a long time. I am feeling so emotional after hearing this conversation. I found myself wanting to memorize all of his words and implant them on my heart and psyche. Of course, my ADHD mind can’t remember words, but I can remember feelings. And this podcast touched me in so so many ways. I will be listening to it over and over again. I’d also love to have my teenagers listen to it too. Maybe I’ll “just happen” to have it on during one of long commutes. 😊

[@JenOooo]

Hey Firefighter Aarrsen, Girl you are blazing a trail tru life! Give yourself the credit you deserve 💜

[@roxanneforsberg1877]

Oh Cass..... trust me. You weren't the only one tearing up! This man is incredibly easy to listen to and he inspires me every time he begins talking! I feel the same way about you! You are two of my very favorite people I find enormous inspiration and courage from! I just adore your content and the way you are so so genuine! Love from Edmonton Alberta!

[@ashleebickley1222]

TK is always the bright spot on The Minimalists podcast. 😊

[@janicesztabnik5471]

SO inspiring! Loved listening to this man, his voice and what he said. We need him as a parent, teacher, leader!

[@jamie.8525]

His final words made me cry because they are very inspiring to me! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. Love this so much!!❤

[@findingaway5512]

❤ I think this is one of my all-time favorite podcast episodes ever and is definitely worth a listen and a relisten and a relisten. I sent it to friends while I was listening to it..... it is just so great for so many reasons it touches on so many things that we all are working on or want to work on in our lives too. And TK is such a kind wise compassionate guy. ❤ And i loved the back and forth and the perspective and perspective you added Cas. I too have emotions all over the place. Emmotional regulation issues and ADHD goes hand in hand. Great episode. Phenomenal. Amazing. Thanks to both of you! 😊

[@kimwilliams9076]

I really liked the way he truly listened to and answered your questions, rather than (as others do) just using your prompts to say their standard prepared interview stuff without truly responding to your specifics. I felt emotional throughout the whole interview.

[@LeanOnMeWithLinda]

I love his term, radical self-honesty! I am a spiritual counselor who added the decluttering component to my work with clients just this year. The work that you do, Cass, especially with the Take Your House Back course, has helped me heal from the deaths of both parents in a 5 year span. Y'all are healing our hearts one room at a time. Thank you! ❤❤❤

[@carolgeorge6409]

He is so awesome and so are you Cas. That you both♥️♥️

[@toniclark3512]

I lost my husband 8 months ago after being together 40 years, just horrific 😢, this podcast was amazing, soooooooo glad I waited until the end, the goal of getting to the end of whatever you are doing, the joy , or lesson is in the journey, I have received sooooooo many blessings along the way of this new life, decluttering , we definitely have to listen to the teacher in our Journey, I have learned so much and we must applaud ourselves when we do a great job. I can't begin to tell you how this has helped me immensely, God Bless, I love to dance and I will dance until the end whatever that may be, of course I will always save this podcast, peace!!!

[@mrsstrople]

I'm so happy to see this conversation! I think you mesh very well with the minimalists Cas! All so encouraging!

[@andrearoose5919]

T.K.~brings fun and depth❤

[@AnnellGibson-qg8cp]

I wish I had a therapist or counselor like him.😊

[@lindaanderson4990]

I love the analogy of the 5th grade math book. I was terrible at math or at least that was my story..third time was the charm for college statistics- i was so determined..i went to the tutor hall every day after class to review the lessons - got a "A" in the class! My new story is that i don't suck at math!

[@lgraps]

I couldn't wait to see this podcast video after listening to it when it came out on Monday. I was in awe of the way T.K. put such profound, comforting thoughts in such a simple way. I also loved his laugh!

[@julietmaskell4339]

Wow! Good choice of guest Cass! I feel calm and motivated. Thank you 😊

[@lisaloiselle4562]

Amazing. I need to watch this at least 3 more times.

[@tamarshugert4600]

Cassie, I just wanted to tell you, that you are saving my life. Thank you!

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

TK has a way of making me connect with what he is saying, I hope it was the same for Cas.

[@brendagalligan7891]

Oh Cas, you couldn't have had a better guest on the podcast today! I could talk to him or listen to him all day as well! He's so insightful, wise, & he get's it! I've been listening to him for a while & he always has the wisest things to say. I'm so glad that he's sharing his wisdom & knowledge with others. ps. I relate to you in so many ways & always had a hard time with trying to meditate; my mind would always wander. But guess what? That's ok! I kept trying different things & didn't get upset with myself & give up if I didn't do it well! I put my creative & curious mind to work & tried yoga & also a singing bowl session with really good success! I love the direction of your podcasts, your content on your channel, & you as a person! Keep up the great work & give yourself compassion for all the things you do really well & all the things you're still learning to do! 💗🐞 Ps. Wouldn't a guided meditation by T.K. be awesome??

[@Mwithie]

He's a genius. Thanks for inviting him, Cas. 🙏

[@aoreliasamantha5339]

Thank You ❤ very inspiring ... 'to do things badly' André Stern is very inspiring as well about learning and the approach to children - even our inner child. He never went to school and describes the dynamics of life and learning if your are free to do so - if your parents (and now you as an adult - it's never to late) trust you as a child or as an inner child to carry everything within you. And playing is learning and learning is playing - for a child there is no seperation - it doesn't male sense.

[@barbgeorge8927]

Oh my goodness! This is SO GREAT! THANK YOU!

[@kraykray4118]

Omg Yes!!! Joshua and now TK 😊

[@lauramccollum5686]

What a lovely and compassionate man!

[@melissaprice3542]

This is powerful. I love the idea of individuality in the face of common humanity. That’s beautiful. Thank you for this, both of you!

[@jenntheamazing]

Just so you know, Cas- I actually do have a kind voice in my head now. She wasn't always there. Part of her script comes from you- I resolve to do it badly (career change last January and it's working great now 10 months later). I talk to myself like I would a friend. A few years ago she wasn't yet there and most of what I could hear was self criticism and self doubt- so go ahead and list "really good friend" as a skillset now too if it wasn't already there.

[@victoriaoliver9958]

This was amazing! Thank you, Cas, for having TK on your show and for asking great questions. Thank you, TK, for sharing your wisdom.

[@nataE-845]

Such a great podcast- thank you!! T.K.Coleman- so much wisdom- thank you!!!

[@natashyas4149]

I love TK Coleman. I love listening to his voice and his wisdom

[@JenOooo]

I love this Man 💓💓💓

[@Winter_Boomershine]

Loved the information here TK and Cass. Thank you both. Regarding doing things the “easy” way: I’ve always had terrible impostor syndrome and constantly worried about being found out. Now I take the sting out of it by joking and calling myself out first. I regularly confess to being “ambitiously lazy”. I have a passionate desire to learn, grow and succeed but I also want to accomplish things in the simplest way possible and I’m trying to lean into both side and honor myself.

[@plantyfan]

"gotta find a silver lining!" is about the only tool l have to accept and let go. I'll be picking up this book

[@ArtyAntics]

I’m AuDHD and not knowing how we feel is part of the territory. I have accepted that in the moment I can’t do it because I have a delay in emotional processing. I can do it after the fact so I lean into that hard and set times in the calendar to process. It helps.

[@elizabethsielaff3414]

Cas, thank you for having, oh so wise, Mr Coleman on. I just watched for the second time and it won't be the last.

[@CreateLoveRepeat]

I’m so glad you had him as a guest. A lot of this I needed to hear! Especially the part about finding out what the good is that we get from our bad habits… that was something I hadn’t heard before, and I think it’s going to be a game changer for me.

[@jodievance1348]

Thank you for sharing this subject. It is a podcast I will be listening to multiple times. So good. So rich. So inspiring. So much to learn. ❤

[@VeeWiz-knowledgeoflife907]

Love this so much ! Needed this ❤

[@lisahale6593]

🤯 just 🤯. Thank you! 🥰

[@Chrissy-e3n]

Cas, this was so good I listened to it twice, in a row!!!

[@christinegagne4262]

I really appreciate both of you! Putting yourselves out there with such powerful words and ideas. THANK YOU!

[@style9313]

Cass, you’re hilarious 😆. “Motivated to do things badly…”🤣

[@EssEmmSP]

Cass your podcasts are always amazing. You should have millions of followers. T. K. Coleman was a very interesting guest; yet another whose book I need to get. When he said because of Rosa Parks you could sit on a bus together and have a cool conversation - wow! I wish everyone in the world could have that knowledge.

[@ClutterbugPod]

Yeah, that made me so emotional. He blew me away with his wisdom.

[@NewNameLeah]

TK Coleman! “What it is!” Love him!!!

[@vickyrobert2669]

Cas, go to the library and borrow "wherever you go, there you are" by Jon Kabat-Zinn. It teaches how to meditate easily, simply being mindful.

[@carolgeorge6409]

I love you two♥️♥️

[@1hellonikki]

Oh my gosh. You both speaking- motivate me. Remind me to be present. Because that's what its all about. This was such a beautiful podcast. Thank you both

[@JournalsByLeigh]

Brilliant!❤

[@andreahall6007]

Excellent podcast ....

[@Ninadesignsdisney247]

I really needed this lesson today. Thank you ❤️

[@NurtureYourJoy]

In the UK now it’s not so easy to challenge people. Knife crime has made it that way sadly. I do ask people if they’re okay if they look like they’re in trouble or pain etc. I also have time with no music or phone. Just get a shower and think about things. Doing my Dad’s grave garden puts my mind straight Xx Puts things into perspective.

[@jennifercrouse]

At 18:20 I decided to buy his book. Wow!

[@brooke_22328]

If you think taking the hard way makes success meaningful, just listen to me. I have done everything the hard way, but when I reach a goal, I'm just relieved that its over. Feeling proud of our accomplishments comes from ourselves not how we get there.

[@kristir_creates]

Thank you both for this beautiful conversation. Hug to Cas for your humor and ongoing quest to understand yourself as time goes along.

[@dianejost9578]

On of the best interviews! Thank you both!

[@stephanieeliason9086]

Fantastic podcast!! I want to ask about “toxic” positivity. Maybe I don’t really understand what it is. I have struggled with anxiety and depression throughout my adult life up until a few year’s ago, and it’s true that plastering a fake smile on my face isn’t the best, but for me it was better than sitting home and being in my head and spiraling into negativity. I feel truly healthy now that I have healthy practices, both physical and mental. I do allow myself to feel truly sad and to examine my deeper emotions beneath my surface emotions but I don’t stay there. Letting myself feel the emotions and then gently comforting myself and reframing my story have helped immensely. One of my favorite podcasts of Cas’s is about getting energized and feeling lit. Getting up and moving and dancing and giving yourself a high five could be considered faking it till you make it, but it can truly help me feel better and break out of a funk. Truly appreciating what I have like good friends and a warm bed and food to eat help immensely. I try not to take anything for granted anymore, especially not the amazing people I’m surrounded by. Good sleep, unprocessed foods, deep breathing and being in nature are my best medicines. I’m looking forward to reading some of the books TK mentioned!

[@brendaproulx3052]

Wow Cas thank you for having him . I will be listening to this more than once, a lot of words that speak to me from both of you. Will have to check out his site & order as well. Thank you again & now I'm going to go do something badly so I can get good at it. ❤❤

[@Raisewithlay]

So happy this episode exists!!!! I have so much respect for both of you. Thankyou for this episode and sharing your wisdom with all of us🥹🤍

[@olderendirt]

Great interview. Initially, whenever I hear the word minimalist I cringe because I find it really trendy and it's not me at all, but I know I've learned things from people I don't necessarily agree with. This interview delved into so much self awareness from childhood throughout life and it makes me think a little differently about some of my actions and reactions. Very interesting. The podcast of the book sounds really interesting, too. Thanks to both of you.

[@lindabadami4]

This was an awesome video. It really hit home in some parts. Thank you!

[@heathermoreland6015]

Cas have you ever considered journaling on the topic of emotions and how they are showing up in your life as meditation. I think for people who are literal or linear thinkers writing validated the feeling and how you are experiencing it. 😊

[@K.O.108]

I don't think I meditate or pray like normal... I don't sit and think or reflect it's like many conversations of anything and everything throughout the day talking to God. I am content with that though. Some over religious people thinks it's bad that I don't stop and get on my knees and bow my head to pray saying it's disrespectful to God. I don't view it that way I have every second I want with God not an appointment with him I suck at appointments and this works for me!

[@vickysalisbury8214]

Wow! This was so deep but at the same time so practical and life-applicable. I will be re-listening and taking notes next time! Awesome!!❤

[@chualarbill]

The re-framing into values bus example just warped my brain. This is something I do all the time. Re-visit things and ruminate, without resolving the issue. Finding a way to align it with my values and moving forward is something I need to explore more. Book was NOT on Audible?

[@barbgeorge8927]

This was so good! Inspiring! Thank you for all you do!

[@everymomentisagift]

Great inverting, thank you! I recently read a book by Dr. Webb on CEN which is about childhood emotional neglect. A lot of times we don't even know why we are angry etc and maybe it's not even anger. This book helps with identifying our feelings which are often or sometimes not discussed growing up etc. Look forward to read TK"s book!

[@SoliRhymesWithJulie]

If you have not yet, Cas, you must pick up a copy of the book How to ADHD. Even with decades of experience I am learning more about the intricacies of my condition and how to manager the tougher stuff. Right now I am in the emotions chapter and so much of this podcast made me think back to it.

[@kimmieshimmie]

Who doesn’t love TK Coleman???❤

[@MrsPink64]

Love TK 💕

[@ren8240]

Absolutely brilliant! I loved this interview with T.K, I also loved your interview with Joshua. Will you go for the trifecta & have Ryan on next?🤔 I hope so! 🤞😁🎉

[@melissasue3328]

wow what a great episode!! excellent guest speaker today. im going to buy his book!

[@rolgyhori5379]

Oh my Goodness!!!

[@carteenmacm7279]

Powerful ❤

[@kimdavies9364]

This is next level awesome. I’ll be listening to this a few times. Learnt so much:) thank you!

[@mindiwilhelm4322]

Wow.

[@Krista.6880]

Amazing! Thank you. ❤

[@SandhyaC]

Hi cas, I have ADHD too and meditate 🧘‍♀️ not crossed legged! Lying down or walking or eating !! I actually teach meditation you can do it. Trick is to start small 1 minute a day know that your mind is going to be chatting constantly and that’s ok!! I have faith I. You. I wonder also you were talking about your emotions and how you can’t relate to certain things. Do you think this could be autistic qualities?

[@SJ-cd4gx]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@Jill.Cook21]

Love this! ❤

[@oatssettle846]

Cas, meditation isn't about shutting off your brain, it's about stilling yourself and if something pops up, you observe it and let it go non-judgmentally. It's about stillness. Hope this helps.

[@sunnysaz30]

Freaking loved this. It hit deep 🥲

[@Darlene-x5k]

Inspiring

[@eileenwatt8283]

Some people are organized hoarders. All the stuff is nicely organized. Minimalist can be be so vacant. A place with just a bed isn't esthetically comfortable to live in especially if outside is concrete and lacks nature. There has to be a middle ground between hoarding and muniamilisim. I prefer the staging look in the home. There is no clutter but it's esthetically comfortable to live in a beautiful space with just the necessities. It's like the room model in a furniture store.

[@elizabethrahmoun5262]

I absolutely just had a mental breakdown because I just realized I have so much emotional baggage I can’t function as a normal person. I’m like a lost little girl in grown ups body.

[@mariee.5912]

❤❤❤❤

[@shellyroberts2101]

“Feeling motivated to do things badly” this sounds like a great mantra for meditating on🧘‍♀️then while you’re meditating badly it’ll seem ok 😌🦋

[@Melodie007]

❤ yes ❤

[@DeloresLowndes]

Every time...EVERY TIME I try to meditate I fall asleep.