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[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you RV Mattress by Brooklyn Bedding for sponsoring! Be on the lookout for their 4th of July sale coming at the end of this month to get up to 30% off a mattress! If you're viewing this after the fact, you can always visit rvmattress.com/minimalmom to get 25% off your mattress with code minimalmom We hope you have a great weekend!!! - Dawn

[@jl-pz1xz]

Yeah I tried that book and it didn’t work but have heard of others that had great success with it. I found Logic of English that I love! It’s online. I’m more of an online learning person and have finally found something for us. Miacademy! Kids love it!

[@AndreaSooHill429]

I live in Denver... I would have loved to join you for coffee 😢❤

[@briannabraden7003]

Do you have a link to your carryon?

[@amandarestivo9297]

Tell me where I can watch a video about "Peanut" it looks like a fab camper

[@sevedrawimbitt5872]

I'm just starting, only 2 weeks into decluttering a 4 bedroom, 3500 sq ft home. My kids have all moved out and I've just felt suffocated by all the stuff I have. This whole concept was new to me. I'd never even heard of minimalism. I'm probably not going to be an actual minimalist, but I've donated 45 boxes of stuff and thrown away 30 bags of garbage. I can not thank you enough for making this channel and sharing this.

[@djf8619]

The quote about grief filling the whole space in your soul was eye opening. Sometimes we will downplay our own feelings because we know someone who has more to deal with than we do. But experience tells me that this quote is on the money. So many of us really need to be told this.

[@pioneerprepper2048]

So I want you to know that we decided to go trucking with my husband last year. This means that myself, my husband, our one year old and 5 year old (plus our German shepherd) all live full time in a semi truck. We fit all of our clothes plus a laundry basket in a closet (3 feet tall 1.5 feet wide) and have an entire kitchen, homeschooling section and baby changing station. You helped me SO much. I would never have felt the confidence to do this with kids without everything you shared. You are amazing!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Wow!!! This is so cool!!❤

[@christineb2640]

So cool ❤🤗

[@NovasYouTubeName]

Good for you guys!!

[@lizzabbott]

Wow ! You are amazing ! Love it !

[@alecsgirl]

You are amazing! That’s such an encouragement to me thank you for sharing.

[@alysiaadams3729]

I found you last year and decluttered all summer. Recently my husband was terribly injured. When we finally got home to our children, I was so thankful that I had decluttered! It took me no time at all to get things back in order. Also, this time of recovery would have been unbearable if I was still trying to maintain all that inventory. What I'm telling here doesn't come close to expressing truly how much you have been a blessing on my whole family. Thank you for everything you have done for us.

[@karenbrunton6529]

Agreed, Dawn- others may also have information on minimalism, but your friendly manner seasoned with grace makes it approachable. You give us tools and bite sized steps that are not scary, undergirded with encouragement and the supporting science.

[@barbarapinto2305]

Can you send a link to your carry on bag?

[@emmelia-6068]

Well said, Karen! Wholeheartedly agree! Thank you, Dawn! ❤❤

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Very well said.

[@sl9906]

Dawn, I think I say this on every video, but it bears repeating: you are a huge blessing. Your empathy and practicality and just loving kindness overwhelms me to tears. You make me laugh, feel heard, encouraged, and lifted up when I’m weighed down. I have watched every video, and watch and rewatch them again just to “visit” with you. God bless you 🥰😇

[@siany123]

My 6 year old daughter came home from a camping trip and immediately decluttered half her toys!! She is more ruthless than I am 😂 Now we are trying to teach her balance and value, so that she doesn't just think they can be replaced and thrown away over and over again. X

[@ludwigvonmiseswasright4380]

Nah. Dont worry about that. Just like close, she grows up faster than the tpys wear out. Soon she will be "too old" for Elsa, and thats for babies. (But she loved it 6 months ago).

[@katherinerichardson1767]

Amen about teaching any child to read!! As a reading professional, my best advice to teach reading is GET TO KNOW THE CHILD. Every child can NOT fit into any single program. This is where public schools fall short of teaching children. Keep up the good work, girls. (I am 75 and have been a teacher for 45 of those years.) Love what you share.

[@colleenmengel1337]

I am not super messy and have always believed that I am quite organized. So why was I always straightening, tidying, organizing, re-organizing, re-storing, changing everything around so a system worked for longer than a week? Your philosophy regarding inventory has literally revolutionized life for me! I have off-loaded so much stuff in the last 4-5 weeks that my husband does not know what is happening! Every time I think "But it cost so much" or "so-and-so gave it to me out of love", I hear your voice and it gives me the courage to donate or even throw away (expired food, etc. I have never used it. Am I really going to open it now? WHY IS IT STILL HERE?) I tell everyone about you and how you have changed how I not only look at what I own but what I potentially consider buying! I am so happy that I discovered your videos! So thank you for being you and sharing yourself!! Please keep up the good work!! We need you! God Bless!!

[@siany123]

Dawn! I think you could make some brilliant homeschool content, you dont have to recommend curriculum or teaching methods, but rather how to marry homeschooling with minimalism. One of the pitfalls of homeschool is wanting to, or feeling obligated to, buy ALL the things, learn ALL the things, do ALL the things and go ALL the places. 'If we just had this or did this our homeschool would be successful' Alot of your principles for a highly simplified lifestyle could really impact homeschool too. For eg i have found that low inventory, the container method, eating the frog, and particularly the 4 burner principle, have all really impacted and been vital to our homeschool. Plus Ive realise 'its in the motion, not the'...homeschool curriculum 😂 I think a video about how you can apply these principles to your homeschool would be really really valuable! ❤

[@aprillee83]

I second this comment! I’m starving for Minimalist Homeschool solidarity. I need encouragement because most people’s schooling paradigm in general is pressure to plan it all, have it all, do it all. So I’m constantly inevitably feeling like a failure.

[@HeatherStecher]

I’m starting my first year homeschooling this fall and while I think I’m headed in a good direction, this really resonates. I find that there are so many things I want to try and I think it’ll get to the point that I’m self sabotaging if I’m not careful. Will definitely be applying Dawn’s principles!

[@karenmack2005]

I second this!! I homeschooled for 25 years in 8 states and towards the end did workshops and conventions, etc. The number of homeschooling moms/families that could benefit from a minimalist attitude is HUGE. Even taking steps towards minimizing would reduce the stress exponentially. There's probably some cute "formula" in there where you could knock off x number of stress points by decluttering a certain size container. The kids could get involved. There could be stickers!!! Wait, whoa, sticker clutter. Yes, I was a homeschooling mom.

[@kamilahynas2327]

Spot on!

[@102mzr]

Thank you for the reminder to focus on what I CAN control. I tend to get stuck ruminating on all the things I don’t have control over.

[@nicholemoller8147]

As a new-ish homeschool mom and minimalist, I feel like there is a ton of opportunity here for content and value. Especially teaching ways to learn through experience vs materials

[@tlhm465law]

Dawn: you are so right when you say you hesitate to mention curriculum because it may not work for others. I homeschooled my two daughters from K-12th grade. They are 27 and 23 now and both successful college grads. One is a Children’s pastor at a church, the other is an RN, like her mama. I used the same book, “Teach your child how to read in 100 easy lessons” and for my oldest daughter, it was 70 exasperating lessons before I finally realized it would not work for her. My youngest almost taught herself with the book. For me, homeschooling became so much easier once I figured out each of my girls’ learning styles. That took a while for me to figure out! I tell moms all the time, be patient, put lots of prayer into it, and don’t pressure yourself to keep up with others. Do what works for your kids. Thank you for your channel, your sweet humble spirit and your smile! And the next time someone asks you if you have a teaching degree, tell them you don’t need one because these curriculum companies make it easy to walk step by step through how to teach your kid. All you need is a love and desire to see them learn and they will succeed!!! No one can love your kids and want the best for them more than you do! That’s what qualifies you to be their teacher! 😊

[@betsybriggs6794]

I cried when you talked about grief, great or small fits our brain. I lost my 16 year old Service Dog on April 3rd. It's still really hard and I often get down on myself for crying and being sad because certainly, others have it much worse! I'm in Diana's small group and that has been so helpful but you have helped me just as much!! I feel so much better with less!! And I never feel judged!!

[@emmelia-6068]

I'm so sorry for your loss! May God comfort and keep you! 🙏 ❤

[@jodyrightnow]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@elainesproles]

❤

[@karenharrington9532]

We lost our second family dog in April as well. He was 15 years old and had battled cancer for almost 2 years. It still catches me unaware at times and also brings back the sadness of losing our first dog 5 years ago. I sometimes think it’s harder to lose a family pet because they love so unconditionally. Your dog was an important part of your life and you should never get down on yourself for being sad about the loss of a family member. ❤❤❤

[@jenniferv6949]

♥️ I loved that quote too. My heart goes out to you because my 15 year old dog is ailing and we're going to have to make the hard decision very soon. My heart is breaking. We need to hear that it's okay to grieve for a pet. ❤

[@avonavo]

oh Dawn, you are so wonderful! no matter what you talk about, the way you talk to your viewers always makes me so happy. thank you very much! And of course all your tips have also helped me to clear out my house again and again over the last three years. greetings from Germany

[@felientorreslyn2172]

I just wanted to say Thank You so much. All the challenges you mentioned we have/are gone/going through. You’ve made a huge impact on my life. We have two boys on the Autism spectrum. Our younger son is high needs and I’m the main caregiver. Your words really hit me today - to not be so hard on ourselves. Thank you so much - I really needed to hear it today. ❤️

[@dillin16]

I was a classroom teacher for 8 yrs before homeschooling my own children …I can assure you it doesn’t make it any easier or make me any better at following through the teaching guide and adjusting for your individual children and finding resources that work best for them ❤

[@Sunny_B4]

Hi Dawn! ☀️☀️☀️ one thing that has been helping me lately is something Joshua Milburn said about their 1. Essentials. 2. Non-essentials 3. Junk. Not sure if category 2 or 1 but he said “ I like it but it is getting in the way”. I keep repeating this to myself when decluttering. It helps to get another layer gone!

[@amyhowson2824]

We have finished homeschooling thru high school here. So, today I started posting my high school curriculum online to sell because we won't need it any longer. Two 7-foot tall bookshelves will be decluttered out of our home along with all the textbooks, equipment, etc. My husband asked what I was going to put in those spaces and I smiled and said. NOTHING! I can't wait to declutter this part of my life and bless local families with the books they will need.

[@deborahpetipas9365]

Dawn, I am a retired teacher (1977-2014) and I want you to know, eventhough we were educated to teach, we didn't truly know how to teach until we got into the classroom and did it. Much of my teaching was thinking on my feet. Every child did not learn the same way, I adapted lessons over and over again. I taught the same subject but sometimes 4 or 5 different ways trying to make sure every child understood the concept. You explain things to us every video. So you are a teacher. Your credentials are your students ( children).

[@adriennebodine4108]

I own your book and have watched your videos for years. They have been helpful in motivating and guiding me to clear things out of my house. However, you said something in this video that I hadn’t heard or thought of before. Forgiving ourselves for any mistakes we’ve made in decluttering. Like getting rid of something that was precious and not realizing it in the moment. It can completely stop the decluttering process and the guilt comes in. I never considered forgiving myself for that. Huge revelation for me and something I will carry with me as I push through to get rid of more. When that guilt creeps in, I’ll forgive myself again and keep going. Thank you Dawn.

[@megansamborski7440]

As a veteran homeschool mom to 5 kids I want to thank you for making this video. With the popularity of homeschool on the rise I've found that there are so many voices out there speaking about homeschool, but without the true experience and knowledge that is necessary to really be a help to other families. I know that in my first years of homeschool there was a very steep learning curve before I fell into the groove of knowing what worked best for our family and being able to sift through the many options to know what would be best for my children. There is no perfect curriculum out there! Each child is so unique, and it's okay if something works for one child and doesn't work for another. I always recommend new homeschool families find a seasoned mentor to help them through the journey of homeschooling so that they can have confidence! You have definitely shown yourself a seasoned veteran of minimalism and I really appreciate your insight into that topic!❤

[@katez7412]

We have 5 kids and have always homeschooled and I love your wisdom there. No curriculum or method works for every child. I’m shocked that like everyone didn’t know who you are! I have been following your channel for years and it seems right up most homeschoolers I know alley. 🥰 How lucky they got to have you at their conference! So glad you had a nice trip!! ❤️

[@loismanda7254]

Simplifying life helped me simplify my eating in an effort to develop better eating habits to keep weight off. I have a go-to breakfast I eat most mornings.

[@Jenekks]

When I first started homeschooling 25 years ago (yikes), I went to a convention, and I was so completely overwhelmed with all the materials. I kind if shut down. Then someone made some basic suggestions and worked off that with my first. 100 easy Lessons worked with my second child but not my third. All my kids were such different learners and we went through so much material. You are right about how kids all learn so differently.

[@garlicgalore]

We unschooled in the days before anything much was online and conferences were few and far between. Sometimes it felt like all we were accomplishing was merely keeping them out of the system and not doing anything educational, but the experiences of living a full life provided lots of chances to learn and use skills. We also went to the library all the time and read, read, read all sorts of books. The two who went to college graduated magna and summa cum laude and all are pursuing lives in their areas of interest. It was a great thing to do, and I wish I'd heard about minimalism while we were raising this family. Stuff often got in the way!

[@servantwarrior880]

I had a hard enough time doing starting 10+ years ago. My problem was knowing no one personally who homeschooled. Our five girls are leaps and bounds above where they would be in public school.

[@melissaupton7373]

I think it bears repeating, your super power is empathy. I love your sweet heart.

[@lydiacalderon1124]

On the topic of curriculum, I remember my first homeschool convention where I heard a speaker talk about her room full of different types of curriculum. I was blown away at this...in my mind I thought I would find the perfect one and it would work for all four of my children. I was disheartened a bit, but the following year I recall looking at my homeschooling area and having different materials that worked for one that didn't work for the others and that was okay. It was so refreshing to learn about the different types of learners and that there is material that works for each type. This was enlighten especially because my oldest was a reluctant reader up until third grade when we discovered Usborne Books and then I had to remind him that the bathroom was not a library and he couldn't bring all those books with him...he is 31 now and works with rockets (lifelong passion). If anyone that is discouraged, I also remember the amazing Debbie Strayer, my evaluator, who let me know during one of my evaluation sessions when I was in tears telling her I didn't know what I was doing. She looked me in the eyes and said... Lydia, remember they learn in spite of you. God has put in them what they need...you are the facilitator. That year and beyond, they would test 1 to 5 years ahead of their current grade. Sorry for the longwindedness. God bless you all.

[@glendaw5221]

I’m not remotely in your stage of life. I’m a great grandmother. But I just LOVE your videos. You two together or individually make my day.

[@garycreed9534]

Thank you so much for all you do and all your kindness and guidance 🥰~Angela

[@andreamiller6200]

I love whatever you present to us on videos but what I especially love about this video is getting to witness the real crowds of people who in real time get to connect with you, and get together to connect with each other to check in and discover the unity. This is truly hope in action and proves to me that you are able and willing to be the lightning rod for well-being. Marvelous, Dawn! Time is blessing your growing voice ❤

[@lovely1_mama]

Hi! Long time follower who was happily surprised to see your name on my RMHS schedule! I actually suggested you as a speaker on the end of year survey a couple years ago. Having children home all day AND homeschooling can lead to a lot of stuff! So glad to see your inspiration spreading. 12 years into homeschooling and every year brings new changes and challenges. Don’t be afraid to share what has and hasn’t worked for you, that’s part of the journey!

[@rebeccah5207]

Thank you so much for being unapologetically you 🙏🏻 You are leading by example - not just with minimalism but with the grace you extend to yourself, your family, and all of us ❤ I've binged your videos a lot this past fortnight and am finally getting rid of the clutter of the "just in case" traps! I feel so clear within myself and the energy of the house has totally shifted already. Even my young kids (3 and 5) are complimenting me 😅 God bless you

[@jillthurow502]

I love your ideas, thoughtfulness, and easy going personality. We all go through things and discount them when we hear of others’ plights, yet, it is important that we realize our maybe petty thing is indeed a huge thing.” Man’s search for meaning” is an exceptional book.

[@elysemeaney9333]

My homeschooled kids are all grown. I only wish I had been able to know your program 20 years ago in the trenches. With minimalism I now have time for all the best things Thank you for showing the way.

[@elainemiller2690]

Dawn, thank you so very much for your channel! I’m a homeschool mom of 5, and was always overwhelmed and stressed out about how our house looked. I couldn’t understand why we couldn’t keep it clean and orderly. I was really searching for answers, and I believe God led me to you. I have been decluttering for over a year now. I know, I’m slow!😅 My house doesn’t give me anxiety anymore (except the storage room and garage. Still too much stuff there!),and my husband noticed that I’m not stressed out anymore. So, thank you! Every time I need inspiration to do some more decluttering, you are the one I listen to!❤

[@martytrout6252]

My garbage and recycling containers have been full for the last four-six weeks. (one trip to the dumps when the Goodwill store wasn't taking items. The more I get rid of the lighter I feel and the more I want to get rid of. I have cancer and my son has CP. Big problem is that I used to decorate at the school I work at. Now I'm ready to get rid of all of it that's in my shed. Mostly Christmas stuff. I'm so thankful you started your site for the common folk. God Bless.

[@Pamela-gm5sx]

Thanks ladies! Your lights shine bright! We've never met but I consider you both as friends,so much so I'm sitting here in tears because you are so sweet and I see the Lord in you! As my father would say blessings on you!! Pam

[@sandyb34]

Love you both! The best advice I was given when I was homeschooling was that we could stop something that wasn't working. I was like, "Are you sure?" My friend laughed and said, "Yes!" That didn't seem right but really it was the best advice. You don't have to go through a whole semester with curriculum that isn't working for your child.

[@hayleyredd5092]

OHHH MYYY GOODNESS, YES! I pulled my kids out the last month of school this last year to homeschool, and they have been home the last 3 months. I've learned that when they were in school, our inventory was low enough and I could keep up. But since they are home 24/7 now, I have to get around to going through my house ALL OVER AGAIN, to make it more manageable and easy. But they absolutely love it! We've had so much more time together and having fun and playing outside daily. Learning that I would rather get rid of most of my already decluttered, and what I call an already minimalist house, to have even more quality time with them every day, has been the best eye opener for how much i really do not care about "things". It's been the best decision for our family❤

[@ladykatietx]

I love how you are a friend to your subscribers, as well as bringing them expertise in decluttering. You're awesome! Congrats to Diana on baby number four!

[@terribrandt8117]

Retired homeschool mom…YOU GOT THIS🎉. Yes kids are all different, speak to their heart, teaching someone to love to learn will set them up for life 🥰

[@GretchenHulett]

I homeschooled from 2004-14 it was very rewarding for all of us.

[@cinnie2543]

What a lovely way you put that..."not shame or guilt, but just inviting you..."

[@alexismarsh8885]

This channel has been a God send and you are the most humble spirit and are and have changed the world- for REAL♥️

[@bettyslowwastelife9731]

Someone who is in the UK encouraging me to do 15 minutes a day has really helped me today!! I have been feeling like the stuff has creeped back in since having my baby who is now a toddler!! Thank you ❤

[@cynthiawhitcomb1780]

Homeschooling is so personal and completely individual! Just as children are individuals, how they learn is unique. Those who tailor their teaching based on the child-congratulations!

[@ellendesanctis3035]

I've missed watching you Dawn and just decided to pull up a video. You always have something important to share. I am going to download Man's Search for Meaning right now. I absolutely love how you and Diana are so supportive of each other. What a special bond you have.

[@Erin78G]

As a homeschooler I would love to see how you keep things simple with curriculum and organization!

[@joywingfield708]

I totally get why you don't talk about homeschooling. And I'm 100% confident that you're doing a fabulous job with it. I homeschooled my two kids for 3 years (20 years ago) and have never regretted it. And yes! I wish I had known about minimalism way back then! I kept so many things for far too long. I do have deep regret over one sentimental item I got rid of. I so wish I had kept it. Thank you for the words on forgiving ourselves. 😥❤ But I would rather be without that item along with all the rest we have unloaded, than to have that one piece back. It is worth it. Thank you, Dawn! And Diana!

[@jrice6274]

I love that you touched on the guilt or apprehension we have as 'good moms' who want to be prepared with a lot of things in our home just in case we need it or even too many sentimental items from every memory in the past, it's OK to let some things go or take a picture of it then let it go and create space for the present and the future. You've helped me realize this! And I am dating a man from another country and I can see the difference in how much stuff I have, how much value I place on it and how much time I spend on my stuff in my home compared to him and his cultural perspective on what we really need to get through the day.

[@AtmosphereDisciplineLife]

I love following this channel for minimalism inspiration, for many reasons!! One is that I get a peek into a beautiful, minimalist home where the kids are homeschooled (stuff! stuff! stuff! that many insta influencers aren't factoring in!) and the kids HAVE TOYS and aren't just on screens whenever they're home from school!! Thank you for what you choose to share and encourage us with!

[@tash010101]

I don’t know how you homeschool moms do it-you are awesome!!

[@elizabethlehman7375]

I just had two days without kids and was able to declutter and clean a lot of my house! I had your long videos playing in the background to help. Feels so good and I just want to keep getting rid of things!!!

[@dok597]

I like you because you’re not judging of yourself and others - you just follow the path that has no resistance to joy ☀️ thank you for being a role model 💚

[@jaquelyncarrillo4132]

Yes. How to keep your homeschool space minimalistic. Both curriculum books and craft space.

[@juliewright1895]

We just finished our 20th year of homeschooling with five kids, three have graduated. We have six years to go. You’re not kidding about materials working great for one child but not another one!!! Also, some materials will work in one season of life but not another. Seems like there’s no rhyme or reason to it! Lol! Great video, Dawn! Thank you. So fun to see Diana too. You’re both lovely!

[@Barbara-pz8ky]

Ok Dawn, I’ve been following you for years and didn’t realize that you homeschool!! Thanks for all you do. PS the list of things I have “done wrong “ in raising my kids is a reel in my head that fortunately stays in the background…mine are all in their 30s now and my goal is to often tell them and show them how much I love them…and like you said I did the best I could at the time…thanks for the grace you share with us.

[@susie5101]

It is never too late to start! I started following you and decluttering a few years ago. My kids are grow, and I live alone, and it is so nice to come home from work and not have a visual or silent to do list!

[@tracykegley7748]

I am a "retired" homeschooling mom of 3 boys. And I agree with you 100%. Homeschooling is different with every child! What works for 1 doesn't necessarily work for another!

[@simplyme_inTN]

Just watched this video. Dawn you have changed my whole life. I can't tell you how much I've struggled over the years keeping house and feeling like such a loser because I failed all the time. ❤ I'm 51 and finally finding freedom in reducing my inventory and NOT feeling guilty anymore. Thank you for all your hard work to share your message.

[@gaylabaker333]

You did it! You made me cry!!! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU for acknowledging the truly difficult things that many of us face. Thank you for saying, "I'm sorry for the things you are going through". I needed to hear that!

[@AKS-rp2pv]

I understand what you mean about homeschooling. I don't tell anyone that I homeschool, and I've been doing it for 8 years. I now have an 8th grader and an 11th grader. When other moms find out that I homeschool, they want all sorts of information. I'm very apprehensive and careful about the information that I give them because they ultimately will find out how their children learn and what is best for them through day-to-day teaching and experience. I may "guide" them to a certain way of teaching, but it always comes with my own disclaimer.

[@jerilyn-ourhomeschooltable]

Homeschool conferences are SO encouraging and uplifting to get ready for a new year! Glad you both had fun! And Diana, it’s ok that it takes a few days to miss your kids. When you STAY home it is A LOT of togetherness. ❤😊

[@jocelyn-r]

You are my go-to person whenever I feel stuck or start slipping back into clutter. Thank you

[@crystalharrison205]

You sure have helped me with my house! I appreciate you! It was an answer to prayer!

[@jennylhenry78]

It's true about bringing children along on the journey! It's been over 3 years, maybe even closer to 4 now, since I started and I love when anyone in my family brings me something and says they don't need the whatever anymore.

[@totallifehacker1781]

Yes, I agree this message helped me in my homeschool journey. Now, I think things are more manageable and help me know what inventory we have for homeschooling.

[@kaleydc]

Yess! Control what you can control. One of my biggest takeaways from the pandemic.

[@artandlisaradlicki6146]

I am crying right now! But thank you for that! I really needed the cry! Our family has been going through a hard time and I have been literally praying every day that God would guide me daily to declutter or not. Right now I think I am going to tackle my paper clutter even if it is only a few minutes! Thank you for your love and encouragement to all of us!

[@SAce-fo7pg]

Don’t worry. Everything is going to get better, give it a month. ❤

[@yvettehernandez369]

I used to feel that way for many years until I met Diane in Denmark and you (one & two others). You have helped so much!!!! Thank you-thank you!!!

[@susanbliese3603]

Oh, Dawn, you are so encouraging. It is therapeutic to declutter and helps me have perspective with possessions. It is helping me keep our family photo albums to a minimum.

[@MegaMarshwiggle]

I missed seeing you at the conference, but I stopped by your table a couple of times. So excited when I heard you were there. If in my young adult years more people had said to me, "Do you know that you don't need this much stuff?" ...Instead of all the years of "you have too much stuff," I think I could have started dealing with these issues sooner and in a more gracious way.

[@rhondabray8948]

I started homeschooling in the mid 90’s. Not a lot of people were doing it and our family thought we were going to screw up our kids. I never felt confident teaching our 3 kids. Two went to public schools in their junior high years and transitioned just fine. They are all grown up now and married with kids of their own. And our family and friends still talk about how great our kids are, I thank God I was able to homeschool them. Would definitely be doing it if I were raising kids now. You’re doing great Dawn!❤

[@kimberlyeakin761]

As a teacher and mom to grown kids (& twin 2 year old grand boys) I have used your information for my home and first grade classroom! It has changed all of our lives! This summer I’m going through and decluttering yet another layer and it has gotten so much easier! Your channel has been such a fantastic resource!

[@gsthompson4592]

Even after listening to all 3 of you ladies and Diana for yrs. I am still overwhelmed. Even with the TYHB course. Luv it... but... you know. Just the same, Thanks for being here. ... Glenda

[@annaberg6505]

I am so impressed by your warmth, empathy, clarity and your teaching ability. You seem to be close to your feelings and you seem to be having so much fun. Above all, you have found something that gives you real meaning, both to yourself and to many, many others. I'm so glad that I found you on youtube in 2020 after wanting to declutter for quite some time. You have given me inspiration and motivation as well as the theory and tools. I am very grateful.

[@sallydansereau1270]

Love love love camping. Go whenever I can in our little campervan. Living in a tiny space forces you to be minimal. Another great reason to be on this journey.

[@kimberlywilles8343]

Your sharing what you are passionate about and sharing your knowledge and experience. That is more powerful to someone who needs to hear it. If I’ve learned anything in my life on earth is words are powerful if you need to hear them. I think you are making more of a impact than you realize. Share what you feel free sharing, someone needs to hear it. And listen if you need to hear.

[@abbykartzinel2292]

I LOVE how you speak about homeschooling! You talk about it the way it is! I just finished my 4th year and also feel like I’m often still figuring this out because both my kids are so different in how they learn. And I have an education background! I think it’s the same whether you’ve had classroom experience or not. I’m sure you get shade from people who are not homeschoolers but no one whose done it will judge you. Thanks for talking about it when you do! Also minimizing my homeschool supplies helped me feel SO much less overwhelmed! It was a game changer in my 2nd yr of homeschool!

[@joannecalcutt6724]

Following you from SC, am 70 yrs old and Dawn, I love you to pieces! 😍

[@jenniferroy6288]

I homeschooled my son from kindergarten to college. He just graduated from college with honors! Thank you for everything you do and for reminding me not to be so hard on myself!

[@NLY1WAY4U]

Same for me! It was rewarding for me and my child....challenging at times for me and my child. As I taught, I got to know my child in a much different way than sending them off to be taught. Great relationships!

[@kristinalehman343]

Ive learned so much from you! I've decluttered our house constantly for the last two years because of what Ive learned from you! I got your book at Christmas and love it! 3 kids, homeschool, farm life, and this is even spreading to areas of the farm that haven't ever been cleaned out. It's just "always been there/that way" for 3 full generations. With my youngest being 3, I'm finding myself with spare time, especially because my house is so managable now. So I've been blessing family and friends with what I've learned from you and decluttering their homes with them. It's stunning the amount of things removed once you start! Thank you for sharing with us. ITS CHANGED EVERYTHING, and now I get to spread the freedom with others!

[@walkintheoutdoors8343]

100 days was great for 1, horrible for the other. You are so right.

[@gailn9502]

You figured things out and continue to do so and you share it all in such a warm, supportive, and grace-filled way. You and your channel are a blessing. Thank you, Dawn. 🩵

[@cherylbecker_ecreatestitches]

You are always so encouraging, Dawn! Thank you! ❤❤

[@annegetchell1325]

Dawn, you are just about my favorite (and your sister) because you are not always telling me I REALLY need something. And not every other video is about Amazon. You after great advice and you are realistic. Keep up the good work

[@michelleomer3010]

I dislike teach in 100 easy lessons. My kids hated it too lol. I think your message works so well for homeschooling because if it doesn't work, just let it go just like anything else. Awesome message. BTW, we're living in our trailer for 6 weeks discovering American history first hand. We love it!!

[@christeenhenry6448]

I just Love You Both Sooo Much...I just want to Thank you BOTH for Sharing This with All of us..😊

[@darlahuddle2115]

I greatly appreciate all you insight with minimalism. I have used many of your tips in my home and it feels so much better. I am a teacher and I work very, very hard to learn, take courses and get to know my students individually so I can meet their individual needs. My students need me and the peers in our class to grow, develop and learn. Homeschooling is not the same as having a trained professional. Visiting a doctor does make one qualified to treat others. See a spaceship launch does not qualify one to build one. Being a student does NOT qualify someone to be a teacher. I take a lot or pride in my work and I spend my summer learn and creating to better meet my students where they are. Stick with your strengths-minimalism.

[@marlynlandia]

Wow!!! I love how identical you look in this video! It's so adorable!

[@reneegross1410]

I was elated to meet you at the CHEC conference. I stalked your booth at the exhibit hall. Your message has changed my family’s life. I so appreciate your authenticity and joy. You make simplifying not only attainable, but attractive. Thank you for sharing your light with all of us! I didn’t realize how heavy the burden of surplus was until your message got through to me. THANK YOU!

[@cheristump9404]

Loved homeschooling! I have homeschooled 9 children. Less material and more creativity is what worked for me. All my kids were so different I used what worked for that child. They are all very successful and wonderful parents now. Enjoy your time. It’s a very very fast season.

[@priscillamerrow996]

100 Easy Lessons can work with any child, but if that child is developmently ready. However, I didn't use it after my first child. I found it mind-numbing. It's easy to get stuck in the curriculum hole and want all the new things. We wrapped up our 6th year homeschooling today, and I can honestly say less is more. When I simplified our curriculum and school days, it changed our homeschool.

[@janethunt4037]

Loved your packing section. A light packer is a happier traveller.

[@SuziQ-fg4ee]

Hi. I live in the UK and as a rule we don't home school here. In fact, I only know of one girl who is home schooled, and that is literally because there is not a local school place for her. As soon as one comes up, her parents will be sending her to school. From all of the different US based creators I watch on You Tube it seems a much more popular choice for you. I would really welcome a video on WHY you chose to home school. And maybe why it is a more popular choice in the US than the UK. I would love to hear your perspective on this. I love your content Dawn (and Diane!) and always feel blessed when a new video pops up in my notifications. Thank you for everything that you do 😊

[@tinefish]

Loved teach your child to read for my daughter. Worked great for her. My son- not so much. We use some of the stories now for him to practice reading but not to learn to read. Highly recommend it for the kids it works with but it's not for everyone. We use Heart of Dakota for our regular curriculum. It's been been a wonderful fit for our family. Little prep and works your child towards independence with their school. Not for everyone but great for us.

[@michgian2024]

Love you both! Have watched all your videos. Would be so cool to hear you in person at that conference. I homeschool also. Your teachings on simplifying and minimizing has helped me to not have to worry about my house as much and be able to do other things such as a music ministry and a writing ministry!

[@katieallen3927]

I started decluttering five years ago and in all that time I've only had to replace one item. I don't consider myself to be a minimalist but I do feel better keeping only those items that I use and/or love.

[@traci3466]

Sometimes the messenger is the most important part! 😊 thanks for being the messenger ❤