How to Create a House that is Stupid-Easy to Maintain

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Fantasy-Self items I had to DECLUTTER to get freedom >>> kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6eyhImveK-Apdk

[@Plethorality]

ypu make sense, and i like your style in your house. there looks to be freedom, but not cold severity. the piano, table, and lounge, look loved and at home.

[@atteroljones6936]

Her house is a home that provides for her and her family. No evidence of trends, be it paint to countertops to furnishings to decor. I find that just refreshing. She impresses me as genuine and insightful. Isn't that attractive?

[@nnylasoR]

✊😌

[@milamou9352]

@atterol jones.....I so agree.

[@familiamunguia]

I definitely agree 💯 she's so genuinely real, I love that her kids get to decide to keep their stuff. her home reminds me of what a real home should be, not be so focused on decor and buying more stuff that's not needed. Like She mentioned, to put more focus in ease of use not appearance as she said, that stuck to me today❤️

[@kellyharrison6884]

I completely agree!

[@stephaniehannah2003]

Yes it is. I love it. Finally a KZbin channel that doesn't have the latest and greatest mid century modern or farm house perfection. So authentic. This is so refreshing.

[@christinesalomon4903]

I love this woman! She cuts through all of the mental bs and in a gentle way gets her point across and gets me to see the light.

[@fionawilson6153]

After trying for years, your one comment cut through to me: ‘Is that for my fantasy self?’. I have 6 weeks until I’m 70. Never too late, thank you!!

[@CT-lo9ot]

So refreshing to see a typical looking clean house and not those high end minimalist homes.

[@buzzybee186]

Yups!

[@simonearsenault-may6814]

Yes!!!! And most are not even high end, but trying to be… what the “modern” look actually is is materialistic and consumerist, which isn’t very in line with minimalism if you’re constantly trying to buy new stuff to keep up with trends!!! Also, I prefer old and slightly mismatched stuff! Feels more like a home and less like a hotel…

[@rue23paris95]

Thank you for your videos on decluttering and fasting, I am taking it a little each day and now I am seeing light at the end of the tunnel.

[@marymcnally4852]

You are a complete breath of fresh air. I am so tired of the 'matchy matchy' idealised lifestyle ladies who constantly raid IKEA in search of storage then take us through their perfectionist day. You are 'real' and I think that your approach wins hands down over all the aspirational vloggers.

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Thank you so much Mary. ❤️

[@anitas5817]

Something you said really hit me - taking the focus off of the house and putting the focus on the people and the lives lived in it. There is so much focus on style and design in homes and clothes and while I appreciate the art of that, it can overtake the actual life you’re trying to live.

[@sravie1]

You got me at " the focus is no longer the house or the stuff that we collect. The focus is on the LIVING".

[@AtoZenLife]

The Grinch quote - I'm laughing like crazy. 😂 "Stuff was supposed to solve my problems - but it wasn't solving anything" - PREACH TO ME RACHEL!!! 👏

[@Nourishingminimalism]

😂 I love that line! ❤️❤️

[@lighteninggazelle816]

I’ve recently had my “AHA” moment… It’s almost as though I am going to have to go to the grieving process of how I has caused so much stress in my family’s life by allowing an over cluttered home. At the same time I want to shout from the roof tops how much my life has gotten easier over the period of one weekend of decluttering and a complete binge!!!!

[@klmac3721]

I definitely grieved; belongings, behaviours, my fantasy self... its been hard, but oh so worth it. Other grief followed and a mental cleansing occurred. Good luck on your journey.

[@beccismith4454]

💜👍🏼🌸💖

[@lighteninggazelle816]

My phone updated me on this comment. 9 months later and my home is STILL CLEAN 🙌🏼 I’m In constant state of checking what needs to go and staying ahead of the clutter build up. I also rewarded myself with a robot vacuum and HOLLY COW equally life changing you guys!!!

[@vanessabogaert2104]

My rule when cooking is clean as you go. When your done with a pot or cooking utensil, rinse it. Always make sure the dishwasher is empty before you start cooking, so you can put the rinsed item right into the machine. Wipe spills as soon as they happened. After you chopped up an item, wipe the cutting board immediately. Have as much cleaned as possible before you sit down to eat.

[@ginnyrust6874]

You get minimalism. You’re respectful of how others live out minimalism. Keep going!

[@jennyjenkins877]

Great analogy that decluttering is like dieting and minimalism is more of a lifestyle.

[@p.moorewilson7917]

“I think of decluttering as dieting and minimalism as lifestyle.” I LOVE this!!! Thank you so much: just subscribed and can’t wait to hear more of your practical, easy-to-follow, non-judgemental insights...🙏

[@LauraBellanova]

This woman Is so pure , big heart

[@Brogrl]

I’m very glad I found your channel. You make me feel less alone.

[@margem4754]

I LOVE the phrase, "gift to my future self". I use this very often now to motivate myself to do a task that my procrastinating nature wants to leave for later. I also make a point of "RECEIVING" the gift later whether it is an empty dishwasher, made bed, laundry that is put away etc. and telling my past self thanks. It's a fun little motivational game that you have me playing. Thank you so much for you sage advice.

[@Nourishingminimalism]

That is great Margaret! Taking note of that makes it even better!

[@newwife777]

I do this, too!!!

[@anitas5817]

This is great!!

[@MsNewgirl]

I live simply but am not a minimalist. But one thing I do, that I learned from a mom who was amazing at keeping a clean kitchen in a house of six and no dishwasher. Where she made every meal from scratch. This is the lesson. Pick a side of the sink, as you use a dish for cooking, rinse and put on that side. Before, washing dishes. Make sure they are all in that area, stacked neatly. Then wipe down clear areas. Now, when you tackle the dishes, they are all there, neatly stacked and are less intimidating, when you are done, you turn around and get a boost from seeing all the counters clean. I find it also cuts out extra steps.

[@bonniekuhn1366]

Bingo!

[@actualangel5133]

👍🙏

[@juliequates9529]

So tempting to try to buy our way out of our problems. Back to basics!

[@belindarosenheim2322]

🤗 from Dallas! We are snowed/iced in and my hubby is in the hospital. I think I shall start with the fridge/pantry. 🎉

[@smack6030]

Easiest thing you can do for dishes is NEVER let them go into the sink unless they cannot be put in the dishwasher. You can teach yourself and family to just put dishes directly into the dishwasher. Unless you have a plate or two that needs scraping (into the trash) you should never put them in the sink first. Also, if you keep doing your bowls and pots washed as you finish them by the time you are done with dinner you may have one or two pans that remain to be cleaned. Easy peasy.

[@rachellynmara]

I'm in the midst of creating a wedding registry. Marrying a minimalist who gets overwhelmed by clutter. I'm constantly being reminded that I can add all kinds of serving dishes and fun seasonal things, but I'm refraining because I know keeping it simple will be so good for our relationship in the long run.

[@joeseatat]

I like that you kept some misspoken words. It's relatable! You feel like a real person! For me, the "dieting" of decluttering led me to the pursuit of the lifestyle of minimalism. Decluttering helped me to realize that I don't need or even want all this stuff, which has helped to prevent a lot of frivolous purchasing. I'm also helping my mom to declutter, and I think her mind is also changing about what she actually uses and what she actually needs. She's valuing being able to access and use her things over having a great number of things.

[@danassimplelife5046]

Once you declutter the excess and minimize your stuff, it really does impact your home and your mind. You have that aha moment of realizing that tasks take very little time to complete and leaves more time to spend time doing things that you enjoy.

[@millsmoore24]

Overwhelm, the trouble word; overwhelmed, overwhelming, over-the-top-everything 🤯 That is one of the first experiences of motherhood probably; so much to do and hardly any motivation or strength to get it done. It's very disorienting. For a while, you can manage improvising each day as you go along. But suddenly, one day you get up and nothing seems to work anymore. You're constantly seeing stuff, picking it up, putting it where it should be but you're never done. You feel as if every day is a swamp, a tiresome, joyless swamp. It's hell. My children are 13 and 16 and I am a little back on track now. Keep going, keep the faith. You'll get there and one day, it will be bliss again. Thank you for sharing 💕

[@nickbrown5457]

Your video has just inspired me to completely re-organise my kitchen. I moved in to the house 4 years ago and where everything landed on day 1, it has just stayed, with no proper organisation. I've just spent 3 hours working on it and it is now amazing! I now have a place for everything and know where it is! Thank you for inspiring me!

[@Jo-hello]

I just realised I have already watched this video 7 months ago, but I’ve got so much out of it after watching it again! Thanks for the continuing inspiration! ❤️

[@jillynnefields2781]

You're Awesome!!! I love your vulnerability and how you tell us that minimalism is life STYLE, not decorating. Thanks!

[@iv4559]

Sounds exactly like the story of my life - i rather sit and drink coffee than face the pile of clean clothes, dirty dishes etc. And once i say to myself, ok its cleaning day - by the time i put stuff away i am drained emotionally and physically - no energy to vaccum mop floors etc 😥😥😥 But working on myself. This thick heavy cloud is slowly dissapearing together with the stuff i no longer use. To me Your chanel about Going minimalism is the best out there. Love Your work and so greatful for sharing 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@alicepickering4639]

Thanks for all your videos I do watch others but yours are special because you tackle the feelings that we have to deal with in the process of managing everyday living and keeping going. I particularly love the way you have furnished your home because it is uniquely yours. Each item is useful and in its right place which makes the whole very attractive.

[@bearbeitertollhaus8771]

Your clean kitchen habit had kept me sane over the holidays and it's a habit that I manage to stick to. And I decluttered some of my Christmas decor...... getting better step by step. Thank you so much ☺️❤️❤️👋

[@Nourishingminimalism]

That's wonderful! Go YOU!! ❤️

[@beebkapeepka]

This worked for me: I love washing dishes, I love tidying up the kitchen, I just love this work. It was a decision that I took 40 years ago and it still works today. I really like washing dishes 😂

[@HosCreates]

Thank you for this ! I am fed up with my current space and trying to keep up. Your video is like therapy !

[@margarethawk3073]

Thank you for encouraging me! I need to hear this!

[@melanielester2106]

Another very motivational video 😁 I really love your messages/explanations.... they make such good sense. I was overjoyed to see your sons bedroom with his treasures/toys on display. I always feel saddened when families get so caught up in being tidy, having less stuff etc that there is no longer evidence of children in the home. Best wishes from across the pond. 😁

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Thank you! 😊

[@jene7622]

I love how you said, “dieting is decluttering and minimalism is a lifestyle, it really is 💯 percent. 🙂

[@lindabourketempleton4040]

This is my plan . I am renovating at present. I am decluttering as I packed up before renovations and again when I unpack and style the room as I want it

[@lindahostetler4572]

Thank you so much for being encouraging and not pointing fingers like some other channels do at times. Breath of fresh air I needed today!

[@mercurialpierrot7073]

I like to have my home express who I am, but mostly via paint colors/ wallpaper on the walls, and furniture pieces. Picking things that function, but also provide style to the space is important. There is a place for purely decorative things, but I am learning more and more that letting go of a lot of that stuff is key to happiness

[@lilmisspeace]

I love this explanation of minimalism 💖 and it perfectly fits what I've suddenly just clicked with in my life this year!! I took a holiday for the first time in years and when I got home my whole internal response to my very cluttered and previously overwhelming home was shifted. This shift was only a couple of degrees, but even one degree off takes traction the longer it is left like that! And there is a snowball effect. Now I am letting go of things little by little. Today I released over a dozen items from one cupboard in my kitchen and was able to move a heap of things to more functional places that both looked and felt better for me. A baby doesn't learn to run in a day. One little accomplishment at a time and then they will snowball!

[@connectionoflivesandinterests]

*I love this video. You sound so much like me. I kept the kitchen clean for a week & what a difference to do dishes right away. I have to go through So Much & for me it's papers!!! Thank you for this Awesome video. I'm not into clothing, fashion, shoes, purses & seasonal bedding & curtains & all. I even got rid of holiday decorations, because it's just more work & stuff to store. I truly appreciate this video. 😊😊😊* Sharon in SC

[@marycavanaugh3930]

I'm with you on habits. I have to game my habits. My first one was to race the coffee pot while I unloaded the dishwasher. Now it's autopilot. The dishwasher is always ready for dirty dishes because I'm the first one up every morning. Love this habiit - it's an investment in my day.

[@lauragb3677]

Great thoughts and insights here, and such an authentic conversation style. I appreciate how the house is minimalist but your son’s room reflects his style. Brilliant. Thank you for such thoughtful content.

[@patrickmckinley6679]

Hi 👋 Laura, how are you doing?

[@danielastockfleth-menis8786]

Thank you for the message. Stuff is not equal to fulfilment.

[@Stormy_Dawn]

I subscribed today because of this video. Love how real you are.

[@gina5565]

I like to have a decorated home but keep it simple, and try to avoid clutter and unnecessary purchases as much as I can. I still enjoy art and aesthetically pleasing items, but less is more for sure.

[@Shiryone]

You speak my language. :-) Moving forward one step at a time that proves to anyone that they can improve whatever area of their lives they want to improve.

[@ahamoment3626]

Hearing you say this my mind says genius! basic information but you are so truthful honest and accurate expressing yourself I am becoming a subscriber right now 👌

[@maegan22]

Love your ideas! Love the idea of minimalism as a diet.

[@77Tadams]

I always redefine my minimalist life. Thank you!

[@victoriaterrell7212]

I just watched your one touch rule explanation on the countertops video. That was so good, I heard it before but you explained it so it makes it worth doing. I think you explain how to do it all better than anyone else, and I watch them all, looking for someone to put into words what that journey is like, you did it!!

[@limgeyleng5056]

I must try it! My home is a warehouse! Thkq so much. Glad to bump into your channel!🤗🤗🤗👍👍👍😘😘😘

[@breerodriguez258]

Absolutely love the ideas you shared in this video! Thank you! I hope I can stand in your shoes one day ❤️

[@maryhenderson4929]

Your home is beautiful, i like what your saying. "It works for me"

[@lkyeap7017]

clean up/tidy up as you go. That's how I keep on top of things

[@alteredcatscyprus]

That’s the most important thing, to be present for your family. That’s my goal, too. As it is now, I spend way too much time taking care of stuff. Life is too shirt for that.

[@alteredcatscyprus]

*short*

[@tracynewton3083]

Hi thanks. Just coming out of trauma. Did I really treat my spare room like this, scratching my head. I've decided to categorise my items. And find I hope a rightful place and stick to it. It's actually hindering my life, i am glad I came accross you.

[@patrickmckinley6679]

Hi 👋 Tracy, how are you doing?

[@bethtaylor491]

I love your channel! You are so easy to relate to. Thank you so much. I am making progress.

[@jylromain6439]

I like your approach to minimalism. My kitchen is decluttered, the living room half done, then the bath and bedroom. With back issues, I can only do a little each day, but I'm on it. But my small 2nd bedroom is my sewing room. I quilt, so I must have a fabric stash. It would make me sad to declutter that. It works for me. Minimalism is different for everyone, as you said.

[@sandraann4868]

Hi dear friend, since January 1st I have got rid of 241 items and I am not a hoarder and have regular clear outs!! It’s amazing how stuff just creeps in 😂. You’d be proud of me though, we took youngest out for lunch at a lovely garden centre and at the end she said,” are we going to look in the shop?” “No” I replied, I’ve just got rid of stuff and don’t want more stuff (as in books, which are my weakness) creeping it’s way back in 👍🏻 Sending hugs ❤️

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Woot woot!! That's so great Sandra! ❤️

[@fruhbisspattv5259]

Thank you, dear Rachel, for your encouragement. What I especially like is the way you present it.

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Thank you! 😊

[@roseschulze1647]

I love your way of explaining things, and all your encouragement! And the touch of humor is nice. :))

[@Amaryllis-4U]

Love your channel. You are so relatable, your advice is practical, and your delivery is interesting 😊

[@juliecrockford1046]

thank you for a great video. Finally getting on the minimalism trail and it is working. thankyou

[@stargypsysoul604]

Thanks to Fibromyalgia and Lupus plus all that comes with it. I am supposed to be learning (and/or having therapy sessions) about taking tiny tasks as a time. As a former athlete and mom who did EVERYTHING. This has become harder than I’ve ever imagined. I like your idea though of small obtainable tasks each day. I am at the decluttering stage and going small is so hard for me 😩

[@Nourishingminimalism]

I'm so sorry! I can't imagine the challenge you're facing! So you were VERY capable before your health issues... you are STILL that capable person, only now you need to shift it to being capable of creating a system or routine for yourself that is flexible and can accomplish things in the way you need to these days. ❤️

[@stargypsysoul604]

@@Nourishingminimalism Yes exactly. Removing the stubbornness so I can change what needs to be changed. I’m working on it. Thank you! And your tips help tremendously ❤️

[@vixen8345]

Hi there. I’m not sure if you’ve heard this before but a whole foods plant based diet has helped many people with fibromyalgia and lupus. Just felt I should share. Hope you can heal well from your illness 💖💖💖

[@stargypsysoul604]

@@vixen8345 Thank you so much. I hadn’t heard that but it definitely confirms my feelings. I can’t eat most meats and/or processed foods or I get sick. I appreciate you ❤️❤️

[@donnahayes6658]

Great advice! Thank you for this video🌺

[@beachmom2001]

Wow! Great video!

[@lizzyleea]

Ive seen minimalist people doing room or house tours, even the extreme ones, and ive always thought how easy it would be to do a thorough cleaning on their house. Not a minimalist myself but I like the idea of being one more than those room makeover vids on making houses look more aesthetic without considering the practicality aspect. To be honest, my house isnt that big and its not that cramped. By design, there are lots of ventilation and light source here and there. But the amount of furnitures around me, just imagining i have to dust them every once in a while is driving me crazy. Hence, I've made it my mission someday to have a house that provides enough for me :D Besides i was never a shopaholic to begin with.

[@AE123.]

YES 🙌 Love that you are a REAL person! Thank you for your transparency and practical steps with realistic expectations! Subscribing!

[@kathyalex778]

I really like your videos. So simple and straight to the point. Thank you so much for what you do!

[@djmerrell9644]

I can tell how sincere you are. :)

[@NdnUrbanCat]

I love your yellow ceiling!

[@SF-ru3lp]

I love your kitchen Rachel. I love your videos. I also love how freely you admit your periods of overwhelm. I am so grateful for having decluttered before and after we moved house. Still a bit left to go through but I'm not scared by it now. Best regards. G Ire

[@MySonshineLife]

LOVE it! Didn't expect this video to be this good!

[@DJ-ti2vg]

I have been interested in becoming more minimalistic for about a year now, and really liked your video - especially the concept of having your home so decluttered and organised that it would be silly not to do the tasks needed to keep it that way. Have just subscribed, thanks from Tasmania (under Down under :) ).

[@susanaustin_filmproducer]

I have been doing organising for a long time now, even spent 3 years culling my home 🏡 1 issue my husband buys too much online, however pretty much contains to garage & he works away! Your advice here is Perfect & will help so many people Love it 🙏❤

[@tricianottingham1785]

Rachel, I can’t say thank you enough. I am 49, homeschool 6 kids, and am known to declutter constantly! Yet…my house is always a mess and cupboards are always full. In the beginning of December I found your video, “why can’t I keep a clean house”? You described me and exactly how I always felt! Then I found your video skit of the funny before and after…I’m visual so I GOT IT!!!! You describe the HOW and WHY better than any of the other great ladies I follow. I am on week 5 and have decluttered 2400 items so far…and counting! I’m seeing the amazing results and it feels so good! I’m also starting to hear the praises from my husband and kids!! I keep in my mind…STUPID EASY AND AM I USING IT REGULARLY? if not…gone. Again, thank you so much for being so transparent!

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Tricia, that is WONDERFUL! Good work! ❤️

[@myhealingenergy5043]

I have daily tasks, then weekly tasks, then one task a day that is done monthly. I’m off on Sunday except for food and dishes. I grab a few papers in the pile now and either put them where they go or throw them into recycling. I do a drawer or a cupboard every week and empty and wipe down so then you have to go through stuff. Houses that look like magazines aren’t for me as I find them impersonal. Cleaning makes you feel better about your home and it stays clean. I have a storage area in the basement for those kitchen items I use occasionally. So one week Wednesday is the daily plus the weekly then let’s say cleaning out the inside of the car monthly. One week on Wednesday it’s a the light fixtures, etc. This way the tasks you rarely do become done and hey Friday is catch-up day for those missed tasks and if I really can’t I’ll get it done on Sunday or next week I’ll have two tasks or I wait till next month. Summer I work more outside and go camping but still do stuff throughout the week like daily laundry and kitchen tasks and I wipe down the bathroom and make beds. Yes pretty much all early before work. I finish up after work. Keep your counters clutter free in kitchen and bathroom ( I had a hard time with that one.

[@raheelausman2753]

I do exactly the same. Happy to watch your video.

[@katherinem.4414]

I have learned to love work in a neat house.

[@manyhats3846]

You have such a nice family!Your little boy bringing the glasses to the sink!

[@manyhats3846]

Wise Rachel! Great example for all!

[@Nourishingminimalism]

❤️

[@bcvahsfam]

Another GREAT video. Thank you.

[@goodenoughgirl8102]

Omg. I think I might have to subscribe. You had me at The Grinch. 😅😅

[@Angell_Lee]

Thank you so much for sharing, very helpful! You are a sweetheart

[@cassandram6126]

Thank you for speaking that truth 🙏🏿💜

[@mpatzera2763]

You have such a beautiful home!!! Perhaps you should make a video on how your journey to make you understand the importance of minimalism ❤️❤️❤️

[@sharonshmuel3386]

This was so good loved the editing & “talking to yourself “ lol 💖🙏❤️😍🇮🇱

[@Nourishingminimalism]

😊 Thank you Sharon!

[@watchingthings7732]

Very nice video! Thank you for making it and thank you for this valuable contribution!

[@gilliangreen7563]

I've just come across your channel this morning ❤️ you are so right about minimalism. Love this video❤️❤️

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Yay! Thank you!

[@gilliangreen7563]

@@Nourishingminimalism your welcome ☺️

[@TheJ12356]

Wow, what great examples

[@lorimckellar2787]

Yes I talk to myself, lol!!! That's me all the way, and the words are not always so nice, because me & my husband have be come hoarders, and I'm going crazy!!!

[@annlisa07]

This vid is so useful. Thank you so much for this. 🌻🙏🏽

[@gerrijalosky5844]

Great articulate video, thank you!

[@6hZCBpMy]

I really appreciate this video, thank you!!

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

Yes. I'm less inclined to put something away if I have to stack it up, ICK AKA big bowls or platter type things. All my pots are put away WITH the lids on them. NO STACKING

[@kennethbailey9853]

Thankyou Forever

[@luciamitu9962]

Great job ! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@Guammaine]

Can I just say, OMG they make a Pack Man Board game!😀 I'm excited. But very relatable and helpful video

[@angelabryan7892]

Oh my gosh, I saw that too! My husband loves Pac-Man. They have it on Amazon,which I know I shouldn’t be looking at, this is a minimalist video, lol!

[@Nourishingminimalism]

Yes! We got it for Christmas, it's a lot of fun, I was impressed!

[@darlene2861]

Thank you so much, I really enjoyed your video and plan to watch your other videos.