How To Declutter Meaningful Items | Minimalism

[@meeluanistyn1644]

Decluttering the items that belonged to a deceased parent is tough. Lots of tears and then, over time, I got to taking photos of many of the items and just keeping special things that would fit in a storage box. I'm still engaged with this process.

[@Chaitogether]

Yes! The memory journal reminds me of writing down anything that happened in the last 16-18 hours of significance that you want to jot down! 😊

[@amymaude5798]

I really appreciate the thought of "use it one last time" before letting an item go. Thanks Nick!!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank YOU!

[@J0S3PH_56]

I grew up as a hoarder and my adult years have been defined by my fight with that urge. This video was a huge help. Thank you.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank YOU!

[@MinimalisTech]

Anti-Pause lore, homeboy did 0.01ms "Compound-V-Let'sGetStarted". Also i dig the Eddard Stark hair my guy

[@NicholasGarofola]

It was time for a change, and thanks!!

[@ReneeMiller1]

Yes love the hair!

[@LA-wv7gf]

Yep. This is hard for sure. I have raised two kids and am in my late 40s. I still have three underbed rubbermaids of things. Over the years, I have released more and more. My parents have an entire closet as rhey inherited both sets of parents, which my brother and I then inherit. Something my generation has to consider. So sorry to hear about your cat. I lost mine recently also. Brought her items to the Humane Society. ❤

[@alanphil]

Thank you for making the concept of "depants" so clear.

[@theonelion]

I get easily annoyed with sponsored videos but this felt very organic in your presentation of the product. Well done.

[@NicholasGarofola]

I appreciate that!

[@lizabean723]

✨finding a good user definitely feels better

[@NicholasGarofola]

hi Liza! it absolutely does.

[@joshr5321]

3:30 back at it with the bible!

[@JennSarracenia]

I am a seasoned declutterer and I found this to be very helpful. Actually had some unique suggestions, awesome!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ReneeMiller1]

Thanks for a great video. You presented some unique and creative thoughts here…not just the same ones that seem to always show up on You Tube. I particularly like the idea of the memory journal. Thanks again!❤️

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thank you!!

[@veilgray9586]

Decluttering sentimental items are tough.. We tend to think we will lose the memory if we get rid of the item, and nobody likes to lose things. You are also spot on about the guilt towards the person that had gifted it.. I think I've read about the "memory book" in Marie Kondo's book, that she had made a collection of all her favourite quotes and notes and eventually realised that she never looked at the Memory book again! I suppose the act of writing all those notes into a single notebook was the equivalent of "getting one last purposeful use out of it". Good idea about talking to the person that gifted the item. I too found that people tend to be okay with what you do if you want to get rid of something they've given you. Makes you wonder where this guilt comes from?? (unrelated) Curious. Why do you have your books spine-in on the shelf? I've seen it here and there and always wondered what's the thought-process behind the decision. Thank you for the video!

[@NicholasGarofola]

All very well said! Most of those are my girlfriends books, who doesn't like the look of the spines apparently 😂

[@tapankamath]

I think taking photos work too! Google photos has this memory thing that brings up old photos so that’s one way to ‘journal’ those memories. 1:50

[@NicholasGarofola]

That’s a good idea!

[@caseythoren8318]

The anti-pause startled me. I think I just crop-deuced myself

[@RLPGRIM]

Let’s go! Definitely a challenge for me as well

[@jpriddle]

That’s an interesting concept to “use it one more time”. I also read about studies that found that touching an object has an endearing effect. Apple uses this deliberately in their stores. The recommendation was to touch objects you are trying to declutter as little as possible so you do not become attached again. Just shows how we have our unique ways of experiencing the world.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Well said!

[@tentpitchr]

Great work Nick! I always enjoy your videos

[@NicholasGarofola]

Glad you like them!

[@aliazizan6239]

Out of all videos, this is my favorite and that I can relate the most. 👍🏻

[@NicholasGarofola]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jesseengland456]

may you do a video on decluttering books?

[@NicholasGarofola]

I can try!

[@jesseengland456]

@NicholasGarofola thank you for responding to me!

[@JamesBrown-nu2kt]

Excellent video, quite useful as is most of your work. My fav thing to watch on you tube.👍

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks so much!!

[@chrisroyce8650]

Great video! Something I'm trying to do with sentimental items that really mean something to me is to get them out of "the drawer" or "the closet" and give them a second life. "If precious the item does to you mean - why is it hidden, why is it not seen?" When my aunt died a few years ago I got a cool cigar box. That's now in my doorway as my "Catchall" for keys, airpods, etc. My baby blanket my grandma made for me - I don't have kids, but my dog is sleeping on it in my office right now. If you can't bring yourself to get rid of the item, but it's also just clutter in the closet - can it be given a new life somehow?

[@NicholasGarofola]

Man I love that idea by letting your dog use it!!

[@Shertheluv]

Such great Ideas!!

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks!

[@daily_pocket_review]

I still have all the tacky vacation t shirts my family gave to me over the years. Time to start culling them lol

[@tehmorninstah]

I usually compare the sentimental value of the item with the space it occupies in my living area. Usually, small and easily storaged items turn out to be the most sentimental ones anyways; such as letters, drawings, wine corks etc. I wonder how to pick a gift for a minimalist tho. Even I dont know what kind of a gift i'd like in that matter.

[@aristocratpepe]

Maybe services, experiences? For example, newspaper subscriptions, software keys, etc.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Yeah it’s a hard finding a gift for a minimalist. But yes I think an experience or a consumable (coffee, wine) makes a good option.

[@aristocratpepe]

Pretty interesting how you display books (books' edges facing the wall)... Is there any reasoning behind?

[@NicholasGarofola]

Only because most of those are my girlfriends and she doesn’t like the look of them 😅

[@itshaezel]

I just moved to another country, and I just realized I left a lot of items I “wanted” to keep but I do not need, just keeping it because it means something. Kinda sad but also freeing in a way. 😂

[@NicholasGarofola]

Definitely can relate!

[@ChrisDinGR]

The best decision i ve made was to make a minimal wardrobe it was a big relief financial and emotionally. Still have more than I need but Im really greatful for how simple my outfits are now! PS any upcomin videos on the gaming channel Nick?

[@NicholasGarofola]

Glad that worked for you! No plans as of right now, but there are a few a games I’m enjoying at the moment..

[@ns2953]

That one is different,😇❄️✌🏼,Music wow

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks!

[@johannathorisdottir2456]

Hey there i heard about your cat, my condolences it´s not easy losing a fur baby ! Good video i have sentimental things i can´t throw away

[@NicholasGarofola]

Thanks Johanna, good to hear from you! Yea it’s the worst to go through something like that. Glad you liked the video!!

[@matirijo]

speed between this and last video of “let’s get started” averages a normal “let’s get started. Did the maths 😂

[@NicholasGarofola]

😂

[@levileal8235]

Why do you keep your books/journals like that? 😅 feels so wrong

[@NicholasGarofola]

Most of those are my girlfriends who doesn’t like the looks of the covers apparently 😅

[@levileal8235]

@@NicholasGarofola 🤣🤣 makes sense in her mind i guess

[@MyLovelyButtercup]

​@@NicholasGarofolayou can wrap the books in the same papel, book covers..works well if you don't like visual clutter..

[@levileal8235]

@@NicholasGarofola I see what you did on the new video 🤣🤣

[@itsmoejoe]

It’s all about you. If you feel like the item just doesn’t fit you, your lifestyle, or your overall happiness, then it really is time to part with it. Think of it this way…if you continue to hold on to it, even if you attempt to use it, you’ll never feel the happiness you really want to experience. You’re coping more than enjoying it. So get rid of it and be honest with yourself.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Agreed!

[@brielturija]

I did not know you had a Switch. Is the channel moving towards its gaming era? Would love to see that kind of content.

[@Long_live_ahlem]

He has a second channel for gaming you can find it on his bio I think

[@GalagaGuy720]

Channel name is AttackonNick

[@brielturija]

cool! Thanks everyone :)

[@8GBsOfRamIsGoodEnough]

This is creepy, I was/am struggling with this exact thing as I try to get rid of stuff. 💀 Oh the timing. 😂

[@nathanglynn7443]

How are you going with the whole no social media? Still unplugged? Id love to see an update video on your thoughts

[@NicholasGarofola]

Still off all of it as of now. I could make an update eventually if there’s interest!

[@nathanglynn7443]

@@NicholasGarofola definitely! Social media has gotten even more noisey/addictive in the last year. I sadly have failed to stay away and hearing your thoughts on over two years without it would be a good send. I want a quiet peaceful life once more, inspiration would be amazing

[@KawoaDogClub]

Sorry to hear about your cat

[@louisagareiss]

Just take a photo of them I created my own app for my memories.

[@NicholasGarofola]

Good idea!

[@ulrikedarui2508]

Sorry for your loss 😓. But no pause???? 😭😭 Please change back 🙏. I LOVE your pauses ❤

[@NicholasGarofola]

They return next video!

[@chasz-gc8cl]

Us right

[@notemilara]

animal crossing minimalist setup tour when??

[@NicholasGarofola]

Don’t tempt me! My island needs a lot of work before that happens 😅

[@itshaezel]

@@notemilara oh I would love to see this

[@thenachonetwork]

The anti-pause caught me so off guard lol

[@NicholasGarofola]

It was time for a change

[@michalakdotnet]

Nah, the pause was still there, I just had to watch at 0.25x