Declutter my WHOLE HOUSE with Me! Empty Nesters Moving | Minimalist Copenhagen

[@DianeinDenmark]

What would be your ideal space to live, large or small? When our kids were small and lived here, I enjoyed the space but now I can't wait to move to somewhere smaller. Not long to wait, woo hoo! Are you decluttering with me today? 👋🏼😁

[@littlebungalowinthewoods858]

We just moved to a new house nearly double the size of our last one. I miss my smaller house! Any home improvements you want to do are more affordable when the house is smaller 🙂

[@DianeinDenmark]

@@littlebungalowinthewoods858 Gosh, yes! I'm hoping our new place will be more modern, there is always so much upkeep with these older properties! 😊

[@jgriffiths9120]

Definitely small. I really wouldn’t want to be living in a big old house. Luckily ours is relatively small. However we would consider going even smaller in the future 🎉🎉🎉

[@Cherylindiana2]

I would love to downsize to a smaller house. However, my husband hangs on to everything 😂. I find a smaller house so much easier to keep clean and organized.

[@suzsuzM]

Our big home is working for us right now but I look forward to downsizing when the time comes. I have so much perfume - I’m slowly giving them away but I got 3 more bottles as gifts for my Birthday this month. I think I can’t run away from perfume 😂 my family will have to bury me underneath the bottles

[@aud939]

Today I’m finding inspiration from the fact you have been doing fly lady for years and are still declutterring. Thanks for always sharing your real life with us as it gives us the support to get there little by little.

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome!

[@debby7124]

Your mom had a lovely style. I remember your videos of your dining out while visiting her. You were both so elegant. Cheers to all of the memories you have of your lovely times together🍷xo

[@ashliepratt1677]

Been watching for a while but never commented…my dad passed over the summer and it definitely changes your perspective. There is so much we hold on to but we just don’t need it. Appreciate your positive attitude and inspiration. We had a flood in our home from a pipe bursting in 2007, since then I have kept our inventory to a minimum. It’s so nice!! Thank you for your videos.

[@DianeinDenmark]

So sorry for your loss, Ashlie 🙏😊

[@XandroLaid]

Luxury goods are fashion, fakes are also fashion but cheaper. I like fashion, and I like cheaper, so I chose *suluxy* .

[@bria2596]

Applause, applause, Diane. I am so happy and excited for you. I was just reading about many new developments in Copenhagen. I am looking forward to seeing your new life in a new place. What I learned, was that furniture that I thought would fit, did not. Spend a year in your new place, and by the end of the year, you will know what you really need, and you will be able to make better decisions than if you attempt it right at the beginning. It is a strange thing, but it has proven true, no matter where I have lived. You have to "live," in it, and it will tell you what the space needs. No matter how much you get rid of, you will be letting go of more, over the next year in your new space. Enjoy the process. Don't worry about making mistakes - you will, that is part of the transition. Wahooooo. Patting you on the back, young woman.

[@bethgoodwin9697]

Your comment about your old journals was timely. An old friend and I have been decluttering for the last year or so and we were just talking about old journals. We agreed that the cringey ones are meant to be released! No need to revisit things that make us feel bad about ourselves!! A wee pat on your back for your progress and inspiration to all of us! Rah rah rah 🎉

[@deborahzack2740]

Hello from Canada: I am always amazed by your positive attitude. Just recently I had my place painted and am living in chaos. I also suffer from SADS and am having a difficult time moving forward. Watching your videos always helps to motivate me. I am also trying hard to include self-care into my daily routines. Good luck with your decluttering.

[@bitrudder3792]

I hope you are getting plenty of the right kind of light to help with your SADS - and that you are continuing to push through, even if it's just one task at a time. Just getting up and moving every few minutes is so much better than giving in (whether it's depression, Chronic pain, chronic fatigue, etc.… Keeps the blood moving, keeps the lymphatic system clearing your body of debris that can make us feel draggy. Have you read anything by Dr. Jack Kruse? Or seen him in interviews? He is brilliant on the topic of light.

[@nataliewalker2737]

You always inspire me to keep moving along with my housework and decluttering. I am newly retired and your videos keep me engaged and offer structure that was missing from my day. Such a blessing to have your guidance, Diane. ❤

[@mollyb7734]

Thank you, Diane for all the encouragement and real life you give us, good and bad days, especially as you are not sponsored. That in itself is so refreshing in this world of 'money'. I can't pretend I'm a routine person but so love checking in with you and this community and to my surprise I have decluttered my wardrobe and am currently sitting typing this with my morning coffee and a couple of candles!

[@JiZd-xj1ok]

I'm unpacking a box from March 2009. Had to move while being very depressed. Your positivity helps, getting Better but still fighting (fighting alone takes many more yrs to recover).

[@suehowe5201]

Dear Diane, you’re doing so well with your decluttering. Isn’t it amazing that you can declutter once then go back again and find more to declutter… go you 🎉

[@ellenbarnicle599]

Thank you for all your time and energy you put into your videos. They bring me a lot of joy and you are helping so many people! 😊

[@jeannebowes2898]

I have moved three times since my big down size ten years ago. I had a major declutter for the past year since lost hubs a year ago. I went through the pantry last week, and washed the shelves. I had a big bag of food to donate. I gave my small wardrobe a refresh and replaced six tee shirts and one pair of shoes that I just dropped off this morning. Objects of different categories leave daily, nothing pressing. Was fun to share your declutter!

[@FranciPittman]

Thank you. I’ve watched you for years and always enjoy our “time” together. You’ve helped me in so many ways. Sad to hear about your mother passing.

[@amandafoster2788]

I'm continuing to declutter as much as I can as the holidays approach. It's nice to watch your videos and feel like I'm decluttering with a friend. Thank you!

[@pamelashaw2933]

You definitely have earned a pat on the back, so sending one your way! I thought I'd decluttered my closet, yet every time I walk into it, I find something else to donate 😄 You are so inspiring. Thank you 😊

[@kathleenmcdonough9436]

Here’s a “wee pat on the back” for you~ thank you so much for your joy filled inspiration 💖

[@Mgoblue1]

A pat on the back and a hug from me. Always love the time we send together. Thank you!

[@DianeinDenmark]

THANK YOU! 🖐😃

[@jenniferstewart1572]

Been watching for years and I am always encouraged.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yay, thank you, Jennifer! 🎉

[@JoAnnJordanElias]

LOVE my hot water bottle!! Good to know it has an expiration date; don't we all?!!

[@julieanne4727]

Thanks for the decluttering video. Your Luxembourg notebooks have inspired me to let go of my University books from 1994! 😂

[@megsthriftedlife]

Dearest Diane, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mum. I've been away focusing on home schooling my kids. Sending you lots of love 🙏🏼🕯️

[@laurenlancaster4010]

I really appreciate you walking us through your thought process when decluttering. So helpful!

[@CindyWisconsinGirl-l6h]

Enjoying watching you mindfully sort through your belongings and talking out load about the rationale for keeping or parting with an item. I have been building decluttering “relationships” with my sister-in-laws and a brother; we check in on each other for project status checks and encouragement. I turned 67 today and I have so much more to sort through to get to where I want to be.

[@KaLarsen-k9o]

Dear Diane. You have been next to me the whole morning, and in that time, I have been cleaning and decluttering. Thank you for your motivation ❤.

[@kirkwood512]

Decluttering several small frames that don’t have pictures in them. Thanks for the inspiration Diane!

[@RainShineFilms]

I’ve lived in medium and small homes over 5 decades. Now that I have a medium empty nest, I’m slowly declutterring. My children are young adults and have their belongings and bedrooms here still. There are many items to sell and I’ll need to hire help for this. I’m declutterring almost daily this year. I appreciate your inspiration. You are my champagne of motivation🤣

[@andrea7332]

A breathe of fresh air you are! Off to tackle my bathroom cupboards. Thanks.

[@zitasoregi9340]

It is our plan to visit Copenhagen for Valentines in 2025. ❤ I am very much looking forward to it. 🎉

[@melissareid640]

I love the beautiful pictures of you with your mom, so sorry for her passing and very thankful for her life. Every blessing to you and your family. Thank you for continuing to help all of us around the world to minimize out stuff and maximize out time and experiences.

[@MaravanBetuwe-mb9jr]

You said you hoped you are inspiring us and I can tell you: you definetely are! 😄🎀

[@annettemurielle]

Diane, you always inspire! Thank you so much, exactly what I needed to watch today.

[@kmac2482]

Loving this series. It’s so wonderful to see your attitude towards new life stages. I’m not an empty nester but as my teens get older I’m seeing this time of life coming sooner and get so discouraged with how many people just say “the years go so fast” and other maudlin things. We raise kids to be adults and though it is hard to see them leave the nest it’s nice to have someone demonstrate a more reasonable approach. You’re not unsentimental, and it’s clear you love your family and are close, but you also have a refreshing attitude towards new life stages. Thanks Diane, I’ve enjoyed your videos since 2019 and continue to do so. 😊

[@andreagorham1985]

Diane, you are always inspiring to me! Have a wonderful time with your visiting family!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thank you so much!

[@lilah6010]

Thank you for the motivation! My husband and I of 42 years have been decluttering our garage a little bit at a time this month ( otherwise overwhelming). Still have a ways to go but we’re making progress. Woo Hoo 🎉🎉🎉

[@juliellensarver901]

I’m getting ready to move after 17 years in my house and this is so helpful! Thank you!

[@theresepazell7875]

Hi Diane..You make everything look so easy.Getting started is the hardest.Take care b safe .Go You...

[@melissam.5612]

Thank you, Diane, once again, for the joy and inspiration!! ❤❤❤

[@mariawhiddon]

I’m giving you a pat on the back Diane, great work. Thank you 😀

[@14MellyJo]

Thank you Diane - your Fly Lady videos always inspire me to clean when I’m just not feeling up to it xxx

[@PamelaFoster-g7i]

The chest of drawers from your father-in-law is absolutely gorgeous! You’re definitely inspiring me to continue creating the home I need ❤

[@SharonKBM]

Your guest room looks very cozy and inviting! Today was a tiring day for me so I just relaxed with your video and now I will do some filing. I am not decluttering anything this week. I just need a break from it.

[@deirdremylod9195]

This week I used our local Buy Nothing group on facebook and got many large items out of my basement- a dining table, six chairs, a wooden sleigh bed, and a clothes rack. All gone to new homes and lots more open space for me!

[@siameseire]

Part of an emergency prep "go bag" is a physical map in case of loss of internet access.

[@GCBookworm]

I really like your videos and your approach to KZbin, avoiding all the commercial sponsorship/plugging etc. I tried DYT based on how well it works for you but couldn’t really get into it myself. Same goes for FlyLady - it just doesn’t seem to mesh with me for some reason, but I appreciate that you only share what you genuinely use and like. I also love how you’re building a supportive community and sharing your real life friends with us.

[@wendymorris9647]

One bin bag of old towels going to the local kennels, one full of bedding to be donated and one with bedding and towels which need throwing. Feels great to open the cupboard and have a clear view.Thank you for the encouragement.

[@carolcooper7128]

The puppies will love the blankets! Such a great idea to think about the local animal shelters!

[@Elaine.SlowtoSew]

Pat on the back for you…..for giving me the inspiration to declutter. Such a lovely feeling. Thank you, Diane 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

[@kathleenmoisan350]

Love watching you declutter. It always makes me want to spend a few minutes decluttering too.

[@allisonbrown5585]

Sending a huge pat on the back. You always inspire me to get up off my bahookie and keep moving forward. Thank you so much 💕

[@DianeinDenmark]

My pleasure, Allison!

[@anacosta5635]

Well done, Diane! You are so good and brave of letting go. I love your uncluttered guest room’s chest of drawers! I haven’t decluttered in awhile and watching this video, I am inspired. 🤍💙

[@DianeinDenmark]

You can do it!

[@suzartheterrible]

Did a quick declutter as I listened. Not much but 7 items out of the wardrobe. And a cake in the bread maker. Im taking that win.

[@MaravanBetuwe-mb9jr]

Unplugged my drain yesterday 💪 due to having limited energy had most of the chaos I created left to clean up today. Did so with you in the background! Really satisfied with the end result :)

[@barbaraimwold4352]

Thank you again, this week I remember you saying in a past video on decluttering’ what fantasy life are you hanging onto’ or something like that. I used that to help me in letting go of some large cooking vessels. Just me and hubby, it’s not my season of life to cook for a crowd. 🌸

[@Ella-zj2ur]

I've been really enjoying your "Declutter for a New Life" series and all your content about Danish culture, etc. You are a delightful, bright ambassador to Denmark (and Scotland, too, indirectly). 😊 Warmest wishes for smooth progress towards your new life in this lovely culture! 🍂❤️

[@DianeinDenmark]

You are so welcome, Ella!

[@valdutekibildute7394]

Wow Diane, thank you!!! 💛💚❤You are perfect example how decluttering is never ending story, every time you (we all) find something to declutter and thats how decluttering musle is growing :-) Today you reminded me Goldenlocks - this one too yellow, this one too small, and we must leave only things that are just right! :-) (watched with my kids Puss in the boots this weekend) :-)))

[@angelacross2216]

It’s always so satisfying to see stuff leaving.

[@retrosilk]

Big pat on the back for you, you’re doing an amazing decluttering job of your home and inspiring me to do it too 🙂👌🤗

[@janicerice8810]

👍you are my first choice influencer!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Wow, thank you, Janice!

[@gabriele-goe]

Thank you Diane! This is again a very encouraging video! Hugs from Germany 🤗

[@gailtester8749]

Yes, you lit a fire under me today! Bathroom and scarves for me today. My scarves keep making it through my declutters and many of them I just don’t wear. Thanks Diane.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Yay, SNAP on the scarves, Gail! Go you!

[@judybelight8041]

yes, I was saying "cool"! So enjoying this deeper declutter with you...

[@dmbalsam]

You are inspiring me to tackle stuff for downsizing a few years down the road. I made a very hard emotional declutter this weekend. I am passing down my father’s and mine childhood desk to my great niece who is 6. It is getting close to 100 years old, nice roll top desk, child size. It will be her Christmas gift this year. It is hard to give away my Dad’s desk and he gave it to me when I was about 7 and I love it.

[@tammyb6497]

We purged our board games and some dvds on the weekend. We’re getting ready to replace our carpet on two floors and it’s like packing to move without moving! 😬 Might as well get rid of some things that are no longer needed or used. 👏 Have a great day! 🇨🇦

[@VickiLee-tg5ck]

Diane, you are a lot of fun and I really enjoy watching your videos. 🤸🏼‍♀️🛁🛌💞

[@michelesoto5919]

AWESOME JOB DIANE!! 🎉💪🏻 Today, more food preparation for Thanksgiving! Faux turk'y seitan roast, cranraisin cream cheese spread, next, Bread, cinnamon honey butter, then another faux turk'y seitan roast. Then...? Cleaning as I go!! Sunday & Yesterday, did a bunch too!! Catching up on Listening & watching while I work!! Jennifer is at it too and doing great!!

[@elizabethbutler3364]

I'm also (trying) to declutter ahead of a downsizing. It's hard to keep the motivation on your own but watching/listening to you definitely helps x

[@CorneliaBoot]

This episode was inspiring! I’ve started on the bookshelves, one at a time, clean it and put only books back I really enjoy. Slowly coming along, but that does not bother me.

[@Duner99]

Thank you for encouraging us to use and enjoy items and not save them for someday! Great motivation for clearing out items that are past their expiration! Also, that dresser is beautiful!

[@sugarmagiccakes8443]

Pat on the back from me Diane, wow! You're motoring ahead with your decluttering, well done. I'm at the beginning stages and just trying to do one item a day. Which does make a difference, thanks for teaching me❤

[@juliemix3373]

Diane, you reminded me that I need to buy a new hot water bottle. Where I live we always lose power in the winter. We're on a well also. It gets rather rough going at times. We can always heat water in a pot on the wood stove and having a nice cozy hot bottle is great at night. You had a really good clear-out today. We already live in a small house, and I much prefer it. Cheers

[@DianeinDenmark]

Wonderful, Julie! You will be so snug! 😍🔥🔥🔥

[@Joyful8487]

Thank you for showing us that you are decluttering your calendars/journals/date books. I needed that inspiration to declutter my journals/calendars. I think I have looked back on my journals twice in about 30 years, so I can definitely say that I can dump them. I appreciate your time and advice.

[@DianeinDenmark]

I'm so glad, Lennae - feels nice to let them go!

[@TheKarenOLive]

Thank you for the motivation to simplify and declutter.

[@lauriebrannan4790]

Thank you, Diane! I always feel so much better after watching your videos, this one included. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season.

[@mariannehollien9181]

I organize my second swap party yesterday and it was a great success. You are quite an inspiration to me.❤

[@DianeinDenmark]

I'm so glad, Marianne! Hope you all enjoyed yourselves!

[@sarahwhite8194]

I enjoy your videos and positivity! Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks for watching, Sarah!

[@annette0027]

Your declutter videos really help motivate me! I emptied a small storage tote full of miscellaneous clutter during this video. Woo hoo, go me!

[@emilytrochelman1483]

You always inspire me to declutter, even when I think I’ve finished, I always come across something that’s slipped past.

[@jenforbes661]

Recently I decluttered 2 chests of drawers from my guest rooms. They were leftovers from our kids childhoods and I had managed to refill them over the years. My sons now in their 40s took one each for their own homes. Habitat for Humanity will pick up such donated items in my town.

[@lisadixon5886]

We live in a lovely 1920's house in Sydney, but I am over the maintenance of an older house ( especially as we are getting older!) Would love something a bit smaller and brand new or totally renovated- but I would still want a small garden to potter in!

[@joannlessner1551]

Love that dresser, the wood is beautiful.

[@graceyj7996]

You are such an inspiration Diane…I declutter on a fairly regular basis..we will be in our big house for several more years but I’m always thinking about whether I would want to move something to our next smaller place and if the answer is no then it goes! I keep a box inside my bedroom door for charity donations…just dropped two boxes this weekend and felt great! I just want things around that I love and use!

[@angelabrady1246]

Loving the declutter!

[@Raych-]

Woohoo 🙌🏼 you are doing amazingly well. I decluttered our kitchen and 2 of the kids bedrooms this week.

[@deb4375]

We had new counters installed in our kitchen yesterday. When I put the drawers back today, I went through them all and was able to declutter a few things. Now I need to go through the cabinets.

[@trishaleroux7006]

I have kept planners for many many years as our "memories of events". I include memorable events in the planner, on a weekly basis, from details from my diary, where I do my detailed planning = monthly + weekly + daily. The diary can then be recycled/shredded during the January of the following year.

[@karenvanthuyne]

Hi Diane, I'm following you since this week but you give me so much inspiration and also the energy to start, really thank you for that! I gave today some chairs, storage boxes away and have now already more space. And I just started ;-) I also did the 5 minutes of 2025 in my wardrobe ;-)

[@iriswelch3553]

I know that 4711 cologne - it was my mother's favorite!

[@Jo-hello]

I’d love to be at your swap, the stripy scarf is right up my street ☺️ Great, inspiring video as always Diane! Hope you get to 100k soon! ( I can’t believe you aren’t at 1000000- you are my favourite KZbinr!) ❤

[@cuteek]

Thank you Diane I have shared information about hot water bottles with family. I'm working on my home office (still) but determined to sort out this chaos

[@virginiapeacock2710]

Another inspiring video! Thanks for all of the prompts; I found more Christmas items to take to the charity shop, among other things. The donation bag is in my car for drop off this week. Five minutes at a time is making such a difference 🌟

[@jacquiemullett201]

We are about to move in with my daughter and her family as my husband retires in 2 weeks. I've purged our current home by 50% and we are really enjoying living with less. I'm now doing second sweeps through each room and finding it much easier this time to let go of things that won't fit into our future lifestyle.

[@hjburns]

You're flying, Diane! Well done and keep going!

[@ingmariohman8242]

I'm pulling significant pages out of calenders and then attaching them into a large notebook. Years 1972 to 2000 accompnished!

[@DianeinDenmark]

Well done! Keep it cozy with a hot chocolate while you work, Ingmari!

[@sophiesteinhagen-pasewaldt4689]

Dear Diane, Ifeel like you. With small kids I loved having a garden and lots of space for family living. But now, the empty nest is near and in some years, our goal is downsizing. And I am excited to leave items behind while focusing on the things and the live, I love! So I love to see your journey and your cheering spirit, when you are decluttering🎉.

[@DianeinDenmark]

Thanks, Sophie!

[@lisawallace9843]

I love your decluttering videos! You are so encouraging. I’m off to cleaning the main bathroom and looking in the cabinet to see what can go! 💐

[@gilliangreen7563]

Well done, Diane ❤

[@lynnenameller]

I’m not sure that I enjoy our house at the moment. It’s three bedrooms and we have one each. It’s very rare that we have anyone to stay, my husband’s kids and grandchildren book and stay nearby. Our Danish friend might come over for Xmas this year but I’d really rather he came in the spring when the weather will be better and we’ll be able to go out, but it’ll be lovely to see him whenever he comes over. My self care mission today is to clear and clean another bit of my studio. I’m visiting three friends on Thursday and taking one of them some enamelling things and she’s very excited about it. She will use them with our local enamel group so I know it’ll all be enjoyed.

[@missystarlight5]

I understand how much you looking forward your brother an SIL will come over as you both have a rough time and it’s nice you can spend some time together catching up memories etc. The bedroom is ready ❤ How lovely you can help others with the furniture you’re downsizing I decluttered a cabinet in my bedroom in the meantime. Thank you again for your motivation

[@lauraf.4593]

Checked our water bottles, and one was crunchy and the other was from 2006. They went out! Thanks!

[@DianaH-gq4kw]

I moved to a smaller and more modern place during COVID. I love that I dont have to worry about the roof, lawn, trees, etc. My friend who moved to a granny house says she feels like she's in a hotel room and doesn't like it much. Her place is less than 1000 sq ft, mine is 2200, so quite spacious compared with hers. I have a bedroom for each of my 2 grandchildren and they love to come here and spend the night. ❤🎉I"m decluttering face treatments and samples by using them up this week. 😊 Thank you again for your cheery posts and videos!❤