EXTREME DECLUTTER WITH ME | I decluttered every day for 45 DAYS!!

[@whomadethewordword5035]

The best thing about decluttering is I find it helps me stop buying things, but if I do, I put a lot of thought into it before I do.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

For sure! It helps me realize what I have first!

[@danaharris5446]

I love how your cat helps you. Such a playful, fun bueatiful cat.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww thanks!! You will probably catch her in a few other videos on this channel and my "travel channel," Emma and Dan :) (link in the bio, if not in this video then i more recent videos :))

[@beccismith4454]

Agreed! Really fun

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@beccismith4454 thank you, Becci!!

[@katiemarsh4970]

What a beautiful way to observe Lent...my church did not observe Lent growing up, so I have struggled with how to keep Lent as an adult...what a great idea! 🙏🏼

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

My church never really did either, but my mother always did and I just kept with it through adulthood and figured I would combine religion with minimalism and voila!! If you're interested, here is my most recent declutter video :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@loreneknight9755]

Good job!!! For a young person, you have much knowledge. I'm proud of you, & I appreciate your obedience for spending more time in the word & being more aware of your faith. Time in the word,. worshipping, sitting in His presense, reading or studying the Bible is always a sacrifice & an offering to Our Lord & Savior. Well done, young lady. And that decluttering thing... it's never ending. Hahahaha.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aw thanks, Lorene! I appreciate the kind thoughts! I have another declutter coming out soon if you're interested :)

[@scaredofmice8658]

I loved how you were doing the declutter just doing a drawer or a few things out of a cupboard is much better than taking everything out and not being able to finish and put it back that day marvellous

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

It made it so much less stressful and anxiety-inducing!!! It was more relaxing this way :)

[@kristanholt6865]

I really enjoyed this video as it shows that small steps can lead to success. I, too, am working towards a more minimal lifestyle where I have less, use less, and need less. It can be overwhelming taking on large purge projects and trying to get through it all in a day. I do think having less “stuff“ can lead to being able to enjoy life more. I look forward to more inspirational videos!! 😬

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

YES!! It can be overwhelming to try to declutter mass amounts at one time! I loved trying to just do one item per day to try to keep the stress low! Thanks for watching and supporting my content :)

[@paigechaplin5965]

Happened across this by chance and I love it. You've such a calming voice and it really helped release some stress and help me take on my own decluttering! Had to get my room back from the depression mess that accumulated and this really helped. Thank you and thanks for the idea of using Lent for something like this (definitely going to be my Christmas season thing this year before the influx of gifts :') )

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Oh my gosh that means so much to me! I actually have another declutter with me coming out in a few weeks :) I hope you enjoy my channel!

[@paigechaplin5965]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist Ahh I can't wait to see it! Perfect as I'm going to be doing a one thing per day for November on my Twitter just to see how it all goes :') Will definitely need the motivation

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@paigechaplin5965 that's amazing! Best of luck!

[@erintannehill]

You did a great job! By the way, I’m in the South and my husband has two junk drawers (night stand and one dresser drawer), so I don’t think it’s a location thing 😉 I think when we don’t give every drawer a purpose, it is easy to create a junk drawer. Good thing is we can always declutter and define their purpose to make life simpler.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you! Guess it's a worldwide thing haha. Definitely the best way to look at decluttering! I have a whole playlist if you'd like to check it out :)

[@julievw6520]

Your car was the biggest "photo bomber" the whole video! Lol! 😉 Very funny!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

haha too funny!

[@julievw6520]

Oops.... *your cat*.... not your car...lol

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@julievw6520 you know......that makes more sense hahahahah but that happens to me ALL the time no worries!

[@onairwitherika4644]

My husband and I are doing the 30 day minimalism challenge backwards. So 30 items on day 1, 29 on day 2 and so on. Can't believe how much I've been able to find after decluttering for several years. We are finally to a great place with not having so much and it feels great

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I've heard of the minimalist game! I think it makes more sense to do it backwards since as you go through the challenge it becomes harder to find things to declutter haha good luck!

[@fionaj77]

Gorgeous kitty!! The supurrvisor!! 💖💖💖

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

hahaaha good one!

[@xmuertes]

I love how the Cat Moshi just follows around. 😂🌻💙

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

She is a clingy girl haha!

[@catharinabra]

Amazing! Great job! I feel like I’m constantly decluttering, but there’s always stuff to get rid of!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you! I feel the same haha decluttering all year round!

[@Arche2011]

I like that you think of what useful to do with the things you decluttered, rather than putting all to the waist!!!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

always repurpose!

[@mickonmars]

This video deserves way more views, I can see all of the work you put into this, great job!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you! It was SO much fun to film!! Don't forget to check out my other declutters ;)

[@pinkiesmum]

I just love Moochi! She is so cute and playful!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

the cutest girl

[@eileeneclark9011]

11/15/20....I came across your video & watched---gave me the 💡 that it's mid Nov so 6 wks until this horrible 2020 will be over.... So I'm going to copy you & declutter these 6 wks. THANKS for the video + "push" to get my declutter started! AND YES....I was born & raised in Atlanta....Retired & moved to central FL....My Mother had a kitchen "junk drawer"....I have ALWAYS had a kitchen & a master bathroom "junk drawer". I think mine followed me to FL when I moved 7 yrs ago! 😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Only six weeks left wow!! Love this idea I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, let me know!!

[@brendaedwards4982]

You helped me more than anyone else....thank you

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww, Brenda! So glad I could help you!! If you'd like more inspiration, be sure to check out my most recent declutter here :) Happy decluttering!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@marybertelsen4241]

Great video...I can see myself going through all the spots you worked on...you are a lovely young lady and enjoyed your sweet animals too

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you, Mary! I appreciate you supporting my channel! Aren't they the cutest!!? Don't forget to check out my most recent declutter, too :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@charlottepurslow1739]

Girl junk drawers are a thing of the world. I’m from the uk and have a junk cupboard! 🤣🤣

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

apparently so as I have learned from everyone!! good to know hahahaha

[@jennifernelson6187]

Very inspiring. I am on a similar journey of decluttering mysled.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww, thanks Jennifer! Don't forget to check out my most recent declutter, too :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

Your cat is beautiful. It’s so funny how they always come around when you’re trying to get things done. They just have to be in the middle of everything.😂 I love decluttering videos and have just subscribed to your channel. I need all the motivation I can get. Look forward to watching more of your channel.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

They follow me everywhere haha! Thank you for your support, I appreciate it so much! I have another declutter video coming in November :)

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist I’ll look forward to that video. Cats and dogs definitely are like our shadows but I’m not complaining. I have two cats and just adore them.😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@Debbiesdilemmas me too they're the cutest!

[@RebeccaAnnette]

Good job! Very motivating video. 😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

aww thank you!

[@TheSabadine]

Thanks for this video - the idea of doing this for religious/seasonal holidays is a great idea. I didn't think of the digital side of things. That's definitely something I'll look at doing. Also, thanks for keeping the music very minimal - it gave me mental space to appreciate the decluttering (which is what I love to watch). Your animals are adorable. The bloopers at the end with the cat's butt made me laugh 😸 *subscribed*

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

There's so many unique ways to declutter so I am happy I could introduce you to some! I am glad you enjoyed it :) I have another declutter coming out later this month so I hope you stay tuned for that :) I always try to include bloopers haha! Keeps it more relateable

[@TheSabadine]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist thanks, I'll keep an eye out for your video 😸

[@andydutton455]

I always tell my cat, a good cat is a helpful cat.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Indeed!! Such sweet critters :)

[@annetcell-ly4571]

Interesting perspective. Thumbs up. There is always something to declutter. That’s life.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Indeed there is! I have some more recent declutters on my channel you should check out and have another HUGE full home declutter coming this spring ;) stay tuned and thanks for your support!!

[@dalidzucheredi2495]

I clicked to see the mountain. Thanks for sharing

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

hahaha too funny! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

6 months later I finally did another deep declutter of my office! Check it out here :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@npigwnl]

The junk drawer is a thing in the Netherlands as well 😊 But, since going minimalist, I keep my spare batteries/shoelaces/keys/etc in a tackle box.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Wow I had no idea! My junk drawer is much cleaner now and like you, things have a better home now that I live more minimally. Thanks for the good conversation!

[@wanda4573]

Yip I have a junk drawer in New Zealand, trying to get rid of it.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Wow seems to be worldwide!

[@wandawydra9462]

Very interesting. Your techniques & reasons kept me clued to your video....and I am a "cat" person. You enjoy decluttering on this video. I have been realizing how important this is... even making a game of it. I am a new subscriber and will continue to be motivated by you. Thanks.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it :) I have another declutter with me coming in a few weeks :) I love making a game of it too! Thank you, Wanda!

[@melissahoneybee8493]

Your cat looks like a Turkish Van cat. White with brown or grey ears and sometimes a brown or grey tail. I used to have a cat like that. They have no guard hairs and she was the softest kitty. They are great jumpers and apparently they like water!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Good to know! I had no idea what breed she might be so it's helpful to have a starting point, thanks :)

[@KarinaVentures]

This is such a genius idea for Lent! (Also in general) I decluttered just before the lockdown so now I too have a giant pile of stuff waiting to be donated 😂

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I feel ya haha I started just before lockdown here and was hopeful I'd be able to get to a thrift store after decluttering!

[@KarinaVentures]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist maybe it's a good thing- having to look at / not trip over our piles of donations for a few weeks (or months 😬) will be a great source of motivation to avoid collecting clutter again 😅

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@KarinaVentures very true haha!

[@angiesteele4637]

I love your little furry helper

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

she's the cutest and makes her appearance a lot :)

[@ashleyhasenbein8979]

I like that you get to the point and seem down to earth! I just subscribed bc I love this content😆

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww thank you that means so much! I actually talk a lot so you guys only see about a quarter of what I record hahaha but I don't have a long attention span and I know people enjoy not-so-talky videos so I try to tailor to that!

[@EmmaAppleBerry]

I dont have a junk drawer but if anyone in my family attempts a homeless things pile or junk like drawer i threaten to remove their fav appendage so thats the only reason why. I REFUSE the existence of junk drawers etc in my home. The fact that some people have junk cupboards or rooms even or multiple storage spaces honestly makes me feel like im gonna hyperventilate. Like why people whhhhhhyyyyyy!? You deserve better!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Since this video, we have since rehomed most of the "junk" items into a home that makes more sense. It is more of a misc drawer now. A random drawer? I'm not sure what to call it. It has batteries and command hooks and candles haha. Same things it had in it when I was growing up so junk drawer just stuck ahah!

[@welsan2074]

Hi, a person with junk room here, i usually kept a bunch of broken items that most people considered trash, i usually reuse them as material if i need to fix anything. For example piping connectors, i use broken or empty pen, i use a piece of broken plastic items ( bucket, tray etc ) to cover up a hole in other item. Also a bunch of torn up clothes are used to cover hole in existing fabric items. It's far from being a minimalist, but i tried to reduce the need to put these item into dumpster so eh, idk

[@katinawilliams6052]

Your cat is such a helper 🐱❤️

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Isn't she?! Hahaha she makes her appearance known is quite a few videos!

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Excellent. What a great thing to do for lent.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you! It was great for me :)

[@msunshine4412]

Great intentional practice! You asked about junk drawers - have only one drawer with random things that don't have a home elsewhere. So, I suggest you combine all the items from both drawers into just one. That way, you won't have to be wondering if the item you are looking for is in the bedroom drawer or in the kitchen drawer. It could only be in one place. (Suggestion about your spices - maybe add a shelf in your pantry, between the two shelves, because you have a lot of dead space there, just a half depth shelf, and put your spices there, as they will be at eye level, and more accessible than in the low cupboards). Great video -cute cat.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you so much!! Since then, I only have one junk drawer and it really is like "office supplies" drawer now! I've decluttered a few times since this video if you want to check them out :) I would love to add shelving but we are renting and moving soon so I don't wanna make too many big changes. I am making another extreme declutter video when we move so stay tuned!

[@woodenkat8971]

I have a junk drawer and I think it is kinda universal.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I think so too after all these comments! Where are you from??

[@woodenkat8971]

Mountain West. I have family from the east coast and the southwest and they all have one. Or maybe it's just a family thing!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@woodenkat8971 That could be it too haha! I've seen commenters though from Europe and Australia and all over the US though! I think it's safe to say it's at least a Western culture thing!

[@SiStrawberry]

As a Midwesterner I've also heard the junk drawer is an "us" thing but since moving, nah, everyone has them

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

That is so weird that we both thought it was just a tradition!

[@alicegille3496]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist pretty sure junk drawers is a international thing - i live in northern europe, sweden, and everyone has one.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@alicegille3496 how crazy?! I always thought it was a regional thing!

[@alicegille3496]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist ik! funny thing, i thought it was something people in sweden only had, didnt know it was international at first haha

[@amma7244]

New subscriber this was great! You get right to it and what a great idea for a Lenten project!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you! I appreciate the comment :)

[@vickienatalemuse]

This video was so relaxing for me. I don’t know why but cleaning and getting rid of “stuff” just clears my mind. I’m def going to do this starting tomorrow. Also I made sure not to skip ads I want to make sure you get the revenue ! I love to support up and coming content creators like myself

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww you're so sweet, Vickie!! Thank you so much!! I made a more recent delutter if you wanna check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo I'm gonna go check out your channel now ;)

[@ritaosorio660]

I'm from NY and we have junk drawers as well. Typically they are in kitchens for us.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I'm starting to think it's a nation-wide thing!

[@melissahoneybee8493]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist we have junk drawers in Australia. I think you’ll find they’re all over the world.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@melissahoneybee8493 How interesting! I was almost certain they were regional haha!

[@TheSabadine]

@@melissahoneybee8493 and it's often the third drawer down 🤷

[@judysentell5956]

Great job! Thank you for the inspiration. I'm watching this in Nov 2020 and our Thrift Store is still not allowing donations, so I might be donating in a nearby city.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thanks, Judy! Actually, I have a better solution, if you're interested! I did a more recent declutter in which I talked about other ways to donate your items besides just taking them to the thrift stores! Check it out here :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC9gYWHgrSgbpo

[@sophief.4798]

EMMA! This is my first official video of yours and I'm so excited to start keeping up with your content! This video is amazing and truly inspiring- wondering if I can challenge myself to do the same thing for the month of November! ....Make me think twice about how I will spend money this upcoming holiday season! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

OMG THANK YOU SOPHIE! You're the sweetest :) It was such a fun challenge to declutter every single day for 1.5 months!! Ooooh i love the idea of a challenge before the holiday season to save money as well!!

[@Naanii77]

Dallas Texas here and yes I have a junk drawer...😙

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I lived in Texas for a period (only 8 months haha) and I had no idea they were so popular all over the world!

[@TheOrganicMatter]

You'll one day grow to 1million+ subs. Your video is amazing🌼❤

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

That is so kind of you! If you feel so inclined, sharing my channel with others would mean the world to me and help me grow :) I appreciate your support!!

[@TheOrganicMatter]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist You're welcome xx I will definitely share😘

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@TheOrganicMatter I appreciate it!!

[@StellaRaeVon]

Watch, the bowl was broken on accident 3 months ago and the guilty party freaked out so put it back in the cupboard hoping to put time and space in between it happening and you discovering it!😂🤣🤦‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

hahaha perhaps!

[@mariacastillo3090]

Just found your channel. Loving them so far.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aw, thanks, Maria! I appreciate that! I have another declutter coming in a few weeks :)

[@mariacastillo3090]

The Simple Environmentalist Your declutter vídeos resonate with the real American homes. Thank you.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@mariacastillo3090 That is my aim with my channel is to be real! I want to show that I am a real human just doing my regular thing but at the same time show that any regular person can live more sustainably and more minimally :)

[@katierolf5314]

I really need to do this. Especially in my office/craft room 😅😅

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

it was honestly such motivation to set the challenge of just declutter ONE thing per day. It makes it seem less overwhelming and makes you stick to it at the same time haha

[@maryb-h980]

Hi. You just popped up on the vid talking about returning to US, so decided to watch your 45 day declutter first. Loved 😍 it. Have sub'd Be blessed mxxx

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

aww welcome! thank you so much :)

[@wanda4573]

Good job done.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you, Wanda!

[@moonkatmagic5599]

Love your kitty ❤️❤️❤️🐱satisfying to watch, thank you

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

isn't she the cutest?!

[@kaitlinobrien243]

Thank You 😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Kaitlin!

[@lrid3sc3nt]

We had a junk drawer growing up in California.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

They seem to be a popular thing all across the globe!

[@maan8846]

Love your cat!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Isn't she the sweetest?! You will probably catch her in a few other videos here and there as well as in some videos on my "travel channel" Emma and Dan :) (link in the description, if not in this video then in more recent videos)

[@joeseatat]

I live in the midwest. We do NOT have a junk drawer. Everything typically contained in a "junk" drawer has an actual home somewhere else.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Good point! I should be better about finding it's actual home. Maybe "junk" isn't a good word...a random item drawer??

[@cosmic_plant]

I absolutely have junk drawers at my house (not proud of it). Hello from Spain!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Haha so fun to see so many people have them too!

[@jadesimone8947]

I'm from the UK and I swear I have a junk drawer in every room 😂 very common over here as well to have a man's sh*t drawer which is exactly the same thing but with more wires/electrical stuff. My ex's was full of baccy & lighters plus all the wires 🙄😂 Mines more organised and consists of snacks, notebooks & receipts. Although I'm not religious I enjoy this idea of fasting items and not buying unnecessarily. You did a great job. You've got a new subscriber 😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I've never heard of the man drawer haha that's hilarious! I'm glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the support :)

[@Tomanita]

Wow, you did a great job!🙌 I really need to do this, my room is sooo messy😩😅

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww thanks! Funny enough I KEEP finding things I want to declutter!

[@michellerobillard4067]

Just wandering why do you have tape on your kitchen drawers and cabinets?

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Haha I was waiting for some one to ask lol. Two things: first, I label them with Japanese since I am trying to learn that language. Other stickers are from fruit because I am simply too lazy to walk to the trash can multiple times a day, so I just let them pile up there and one day I will take them off lol

[@michellerobillard4067]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist oh ok that's a good idea on the Japanese to learn but really the other one's just get a cheap little trash can like what you put in a car and put it on the counter next to the fruit so you can throw it away right then you can even decorate the trash can to fit in with your decor or color scheme

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@michellerobillard4067 I would do that, but I doubt I can find one second hand. I'm dedicated to a low waste lifestyle so I wouldn't buy a new one. I'm fine with them on my cabinets, it doesn't bother me :)

[@annbeth6730]

Think I'm going to try this declutter every day One thing

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

It was such a relief to get rid of all this stuff! I highly recommend!

[@zerowastehomestead2518]

Just curious if you ended up donating it all? and if you thought of trying to sell it first as some of the stuff looked great and new ?

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I definitely sell a good portion, but even then, i don't mind donating new/good condition items :)

[@anaalves3658]

It's always surprising how much stuff we actually own, even when we are trying to be as minimal as possible 🤷🙄. I would love a video on how to declutter first aid/ medicine. I need help with that. I really need to declutter my phone, computer and all the photos 😬😬😬😬😬.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

For sure!! I'm working on an extreme declutter pt 2 right now so stay tuned :)

[@xdrive300011]

11:58 u decluttered ur painting?! how do u do with the paintings u love but no place to hang? and they r big size 16x20 on canvas frame?

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Do you mean where do I donate it or what do I do with it? You could sell it, give it to someone for free? I don't remember exactly what I did with it but I am a part of a few Facebook groups in my neighborhood to give away free items I probably put it on there. You could always paint over old paintings and revamp them into something you will love again!

[@xdrive300011]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist i would feel painful to give them away. i love 90% of my paintings. but they r bulky to keep. i do take pictures of them but i would cry if i part them. surely nobody would buy from me and i would not even waste my time to sell them since im a beginner painter. my minimalism journey will stuck here. like u said, nobody forces u do anything but bulky they r!

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@xdrive300011 I guess you will just have to hold onto them!

[@Scr3amerrr]

I have a "miscellaneous" drawer but I've tried really hard to keep it organised. So i have drawer dividers in it, one section being for batteries, one for camping lights/torches, one for spare parts/wires that came with various items (eg: spare vape tank, charging wire for my toothbrush etc) HOPEFULLY i can keep this misc drawer organised so it doesn't turn into a full blown junk drawer

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Same here (after this video)! It's still a "junk" drawer but it's more organized now. I love utilizing dividers and baskets! Good luck!!

[@emilylarsen8343]

Love the video! I'm curious if 1 year(ish) later you find yourself missing anything you decluttered. I've definitely done these types of massive declutter challenges and found much later that I miss things or wish I still had something specific. Has that happened at all to you?

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Nope! I try to be very intentional with what I declutter and what i keep. If something is on the fence I either keep it for a while longer or just chose to live without it but never end up missing it!

[@emilylarsen8343]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist good to know, it's always a balancing act to keep or purge. ☺️

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@emilylarsen8343 oh for sure!

[@seeksustainablejapan]

Well done! I have been slowly decluttering over the last 3 years, but I like the idea of spending a constant amount of time, like 45 days, to declutter :) Looking forward to talking with you today at 6pm to hear more of your great tips for easy eco/sustainable choices in life in the #seekingsustainabilitylive talkshow

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thanks, JJ! I'm excited to declutter again here soon before we move! Thanks for having me on your show :)

[@santiduran6505]

Were u decluttering a certain amount per day?

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I think I may have mentioned the goal was at least one item per day but the more the merrier :)

[@merrivideo]

I'm declutering every week, I think XD

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I just posted another declutter with me video if you're interested!

[@ourfutureismars8965]

love your catttt

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

She is so precious! She makes her appearance in a few videos :)

[@doubleleterlady]

I know this is an older video but if you need a Decluttering method look up Dana k whites no mess decluttering method

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

cool thanks for the rec!

[@tenzinkunsang162]

Awesome video,I have 3 pens

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

aww thanks for watching!

[@waffles2527]

Your cat is beautiful

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Aww thank you! She makes appearances in quite a few videos haha

[@lorikorstanje2964]

Good for you.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you!

[@Hmd938]

Kind of random, but I also have Japanese children’s workbooks I bought to help me learn lolol

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

How are they working for you? I gave up with those haha

[@Hmd938]

That was honestly 10 years ago and I never even attempted! I took 3 years of Japanese in high school, traveled to Fukuoka where I learned a little bit more and bought those books, and came home and honestly that was it. I still love the language but I would probably use Duolingo these days! Are you still in Japan?

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

I get so frustrated when people throw out things in perfectly good condition. There are so many charities and thrift stores where you can donate these items. I think it’s just laziness and people who just don’t care about our planet. I have an autoimmune disease and don’t feel well daily but I still make it a point that when I declutter to donate everything that can be reused.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Drives me nuts! If i don't feel like going one day, I wait until I can or ask someone to go for me or even give away for free on Facebook groups!

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist exactly there’s always options. I put boxes aside and when they’re full I’ll donate them or get my husband to. I take used towels, blankets, pet accessories to our local shelter and they’re so appreciative. Things that I can’t donate I will recycle or find suitable places to take them....ie. broken electronics, cell phones, batteries, etc. If there are no options then it’s trash.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

@@Debbiesdilemmas I love the way you think!

[@priscillaoquendo7666]

New subbie here love the channel ❤️

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

thank you so much! welcome!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Hi just found your channel & liked content- I am a new sub from Israel 🇮🇱 looks like I am your 600k 💖

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thank you, I am glad you enjoy it :) I appreiciate it!

[@minimalzebra]

Good declutter

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Thanks! It was a lot of fun to do :)

[@minimalzebra]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist Welcome!

[@TheImperfectReader]

I love getting the cast offs from work.

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

ooooh

[@lifewithchristine72]

Hi there. I'm a new sub. I loved your video

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

hey, thanks! There's plenty more where this came from ;)

[@patrickmchugh5180]

i love your cat

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

isn't she the cutest?!

[@patrickmchugh5180]

@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist totally

[@joni1]

👍😊

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

thanks!

[@cresentiae]

Thank you #SaveSoil #Consciousplanet

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

THANK YOU!

[@danashultz3184]

Hi from Texas, I just now saw your video, HELP ME! I never ever used to be like this at all, I used to be a really good cleaner, of my house, I have never been this bad in a very long time, my house is a cluttered horrible pathetic pathetic horrible horrible mess, I’m not a hoarder, I’m 64 years old I’m still working, probably for a long time, I’m not pitying myself I’m just so so tired, I work in a school cafeteria, and Fred children and do all kinds of things, I’m very thankful for the Lord Jesus Christ in my life, I’m so tired at the end of the day I come home and plop down and rest a bit, to tired to even cook supper, I take vitamins, I have sleep Apnea and trying to get the money together to pay my part. So I can get the machine. So on Saturdays in really really tired. I don’t want to do anything at all, I do wash clothes wash dishes, shower, and have a light meal at night, I hate this so much! I’m so so angry 😤 with my self. I loved your video, keep them coming God Bless you

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

Here are some things I suggest for starting your minimalism journey: First, I recommend watching the documentaries - Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things - The Minimalists: Less Is Now Both in Netflix. They really help you work around the mentality of stuff and that we don’t need a lot to be happy. Then, I suggest decluttering a small bit every day as to not overwhelm yourself. Like so small as even one drawer a day vs a whole room. And really think through your items: Do I need this? Do I even want it? How often do I use it? If I packed it away in a box would I even notice if it were gone? And so forth Then, after you’re done decluttering (might be a few weeks) then it’s time to work on consumer habits. When I shop, I shop second hand (for environmental reasons) but I still used to overconsume and buy meaningless things. So I ask myself questions like: - do I need this or even want it? - how often will I use it? - will it bring me joy or just collect dust? And so forth I hope this is a good starting point! Let me know if you have questions!

[@maileenjurgensen7437]

Wow you talk SO fast. Sometimes its hard to understand you 😕

[@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist]

I know!! I'm so sorry about that! Good news though, in my more recent videos (like May through current), I am sure to disclaim this at the beginning, I post the script for my videos so you can follow along, AND you can change the speed of the videos using the gear icon to something that best suits you!! I hope that this doesn't hinder you too much and you can still subscribe for more content like this :)