How to decorate your home when you're feeling INDECISIVE

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00:00 - Intro
1:23 - The thing that is blocking your creativity.
4:19 - Instead of picking what is "pretty"
6:26 - Do this when you don't know where to start.
10:17 - Thanks to Wayfair :)
12:19 - the solution to COMMITMENT ISSUES
15:36 - things to AVOID!!!!
17:00 - instead of following trends...
18:11 - These people may make things worse.
19:30 - if you change your mind a lot
22:00 - how to experiment on a low budget
24:00 - design ANXIETY
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[@nicoleadel]

I just want you to know, that I'm high af and when I saw the thumbnail of this video, I initially read, 'Communist Issues.' My first thought was, "wow, Caroline is definitely moving in a bold new direction!" 😂

[@Caroline_Winkler]

hahahahah. k pinned.

[@nicoleadel]

@@Caroline_Winkler I'm honored! 🥺

[@Caroline_Winkler]

a comment that makes me laugh out loud earns a pin. easy. hope the come down was less chaotic

[@rachelessel678]

Genuinely feel like I've found my people hahahah

[@junevid]

Hugs from France Caroline, hope your anxiety melts and flies away soon!

[@lindseypeterson6288]

Video idea: Interior designs that look good online but look terrible or are impractical in real life.

[@adaode3413]

oooh yes please

[@witchymama3439]

Yes!!!

[@naya4607]

Yes!!! Need this

[@lesohe01]

I definitely need this because my Pinterest inspo is really getting more unrealistic by the day

[@CherylLime]

Open shelving comes to mind.

[@zvezdoblyat]

When I first started watching this channel, I thought Caroline would be the kind of person who redecorates every single week/month. A lot of people are like this online, but I appreciate how you not only work with what you have (not ripping out the cabinets, and actually choosing to paint with a colour you dislike so that the room looks nice, that was crazy to me as a viewer) but you actually give helpful advice that I feel can apply to a college student in their first apartment as well as a doctor living in a 6 figure home. As a bonus, this channel is entertaining as fuck, so thanks for filming! :)

[@zvezdoblyat]

Also congrats on 500K omg!

[@user-bj2lu9qt3o]

And she's compassionate. You can tell that she shares things (either design stuff or personal content) to help others. I like that a lot.

[@Caroline_Winkler]

i am so so glad the advice feels helpful. as for my personal approach, it's just too exhausting to redecorate all the time! even if it would benefit my content. i work on my space **so that i can live in it and relax in it**, and take it easy. i recommend

[@luizaanderle]

I agree with all of this. This is one of my favorite channels

[@Caroline_Winkler]

This is a video requested by THE PEOPLE! 😍 thank you to everyone who shared feedback about what video they wanted to see next in this series, I got the idea and title directly from YOU. Design indecision is very real, and I totally relate! I have spent a long time thinking about it through the years and these are some of the exercises that help me, I hope they help you too ❤ love this community

[@Janelou42]

I'm so happy to took into looking what your viewers wish for. Even though all the topics you choose are so on point and so on time with my own personal life (its scary how close) its nice to see you dig into that direction too. Especially this topic is nagging me in every aesthetic part of my life. 🙈

[@lisaisaprincess23]

@Caroline_Winkler I needed this video, you have no idea! Thanks a mill! By the way I have a video idea for your Iconic Objects series over on Wayfair: ✨Mantel clocks✨ Go ahead and teach me all the things!

[@CG-lf8st]

I defs was among those who Ieft a comment requesting this! Thank you!!

[@catalinaledermann]

Thank uuuu for the series too, so much fun and so useful

[@colleenh5499]

I requested this too!! And you delivered!! Thank you so much!!!

[@infoManiac-rf5db]

My sister had liked a very expensive wall paper with an exotic animal motif. It was way out of her budget. After talking with her about why she was in love with it and 'had to have it', I realized she mainly was crazy about 4 of the animals depicted. I suggested that she just purchase a section of the wall paper and cut out and frame the animal pics. She did and she realized that was actually the only thing drawing her to the wall paper and ended up liking the framed pics against a solid color wall much much better. It was a much more cohesive look without being overwhelmed with cost and a room full of a repeating animal motif.

[@MsPea]

Favorite moment: Caroline saying "excuse me" when she bumped the flowers on the table. 11:28. She is a gem.

[@debrapahl7573]

Must be Canadian 😊

[@Caroline_Winkler]

we must be good to flowers

[@JuLeZ274]

I wanted to write the same haha so good ❤

[@mitoufle3271]

I’ve been spoiled 😅

[@ShellyBomb]

Dang, I missed that ... 🤔 (☺️)!!!

[@morro8785]

A video idea: How about all the ordinary, mundane everyday but necessary things in your home that are just straight ugly. Usually most interior youtubers/designers don't want to show these pieces despite people use them every day multiple times. For example I really struggle to find a good toilet seat that doesn't look that ugly and depressing like they were offered literally everywhere. (I don't even find expensive alternatives.) Usually it wouldn't matter that much, but my bathroom is really tiny so it does matter to me that it's at least somehow nice in that room. You know? 🙂 Thank you!!!

[@ssgg23]

Yes. I have a dehumidifier and while it’s not horrendous looking it just sits awkwardly in the room, like not very designed at all. Bugs my OCD lol

[@lsamoa]

Yes please! I cannot find a cute laundry hamper, why are they all so butt-ugly? Help!!

[@luannadobson1779]

Great idea! I’ll add a few: Cat box, air filter, dog toys, fans, electronics including chargers, speakers, router + modem, dish drainer, yoga ball 😅

[@phoebes5008]

…clothes dryers that take up 50% of the room, a plastic mat so that my office chair doesn’t scratch the wooden floors, the ugly black office chair which is falling apart one screw at a time (I’ve collected 4 so far), a black metal music stand…

[@strawberryfrog76]

Or gaming stuff! The massive TV, PS5, controllers, PC etc all give off what we like to call an "angry spaceship" vibe. And they cannot be closed off in a cabinet or sth because they need air circulation to avoid overheating, and besides we use it every day (and it doesn't help that interior designers pretend like they don't have/use TVs at all... but I digress lol)

[@CaitFrizzell]

I just did the pinterest board thing and OH MY GOD, you could have knocked me over with a feather. I prefer white walls. I drool over color and eclectic styles and joyful spaces but when it comes to what I'd want in my own house, literally everything - EVERYTHING - I chose had white walls (but then very warm and cozy with all kinds of stone and dark wood and natural outdoorsy cottage-y textures). I'm shook. Thank you!! No wonder I've hated every room I ever painted!

[@calisongbird]

I’m the exact same. I love white walls.

[@SpookiDoki]

White walls are top tier imo! My rule of thumb with decoration and clothes is that the smaller and easier to replace something is, the more colorful. The bigger, the more neutral.

[@zvezdoblyat]

White has different shades too! I really love a creamy almost buttery white. Or ivory. I've definitely walked into houses where the white they chose was just wrong for their style, so even with something as basic as white, there are a lot of options

[@user-dt9kk6sg8z]

in late Capitalism, interior design has become a signal for class and cultural standing, rather than a matter of pure aesthetic or practicality. Similar to fashion, you dress (your rental) to impress. You get confused because you're not only choosing furniture, you're curating your own identity. In the Instagram era, one's identity has been expanded to the aesthetic of their lifestyle - the looks of the hotels you visit, the green smoothies you drink, the yoga you do, and the interior design you got in your room have all become part of how you present yourself to the world, and therefore to yourself.

[@aspen1love135]

💯 And that explains the crippling anxiety we feel when making the smallest decisions.

[@monicahonaker2224]

​@@aspen1love135for some reason I like your reply better than the original comment 😅

[@lizpetruzzi7700]

We can all opt out and dress, design and eat where we like. Personally, I find the circus pretentious and love people and aesthetics that are perfectly imperfect and elegantly awkward.

[@gPrussia11]

This is not a late stage capitalism thing. Homes have always been used this way!

[@user-kpkxgtj]

​@@aspen1love135 and why my youtube recommendations are filled with "do this to make your home look expensive" / "this is why your home looks cheap" content.

[@amyradbill1836]

“I don’t know how solid that metaphor was…” 😂😂😂 Oh, Caroline, honey, that metaphor was rock solid, and funny as hell. Also, spillage feels like something we need to embrace whenever we’re learning *anything* new. You’re gonna make mistakes, and it’s all okay. I hope you find a way to help the anxiety settle down. You’re a magnificent human, and I don’t think I’m alone here in wanting the best for you. ❤️

[@Caroline_Winkler]

🥴sometimes ya gotta throw things out there and just see what sticks :) **experimentation**

[@kisikisikisi]

Caroline, this is perfect. My tinder bio is literally "I'm tall and indecisive", it's such a defining trait for me. The story I tell everyone for laughs is about the time I didn't notice the corner store was getting robbed at knife point because I had such a hard time deciding what candy I wanted to buy. Deciding what color to paint a wall is just too much for me. I have such a fear of disappointment. (p.s. I picked a raspberry white chocolate and it was disappointing. Also, the robber got caught because he took a cab right outside the store and the cabdriver thought he was weird)

[@Caroline_Winkler]

first of all, amazing tinder bio

[@Mel_leit]

😂

[@stardust9625]

I just adore this comment. You made my day.

[@focusedficus]

First involuntary laugh out loud cackle of the day goes to this comment

[@kisikisikisi]

@@stardust9625 Haha thank you and you're welcome

[@666moparman]

I came to this channel months ago for the home decorating ideas so I could have/ give an opinion to my wife when she asks me about what to get for the house. I have subscribed for the insight and life advice. These videos are funny and thought provoking. Caroline keep it up.

[@Caroline_Winkler]

such a warm comment, thank you for sending this. im so glad to hear it

[@diosadeamore]

Kudos for being a supportive husband 🎉

[@nikki__west]

The combination of actual good and useful information with comedy and personality makes this the best damn channel on the internet. Yes I said it.

[@rachelsteidl6986]

Yay! 500k subscribers! Congrats Caroline. You deserve it.

[@Caroline_Winkler]

Bah, thank you guys 🥺 hit it just 2 min after posting this video. Kind of feels like I get to celebrate with everyone in the room 🥲💕

[@auntkaz815]

When I lived and traveled in Europe I used to purchase street art. I loved supporting regular people and I got unique artwork at reasonable prices that had memories of the places I had been. I still love these pieces 20+ years later.

[@christinearmington]

Same. I have memorable street art from NYC. 🎉🤩

[@Daymickey]

I love how non influencer you are. You make me feel ok about being realistic in my space.

[@jessicarobinson9248]

“Your children. Probably going to be living with you until middle school.” 🤣🤣🤣 I loved this thank you! I just moved into my first house and it’s QUIRKY. It’s a 30’s ranch with a vaulted 2nd livingroom that was a garage at one point, then another add one and another add on like it keeps going at weird levels like the Weasley house in Harry Potter. It’s such a weird blank canvas!! I appreciate your point that restrictions are actually helpful. I appreciate you ❤️🥰

[@patralink]

You haven't met me! I designed and had my house built in 1996, lived in it for 21 years and loved almost everything about it all that time. Sure we replaced carpet, replaced appliances, replaced tile in the shower and re-landscaped the yard several times because the deer kept eating it but the things I furnished it with remained. Even my color palette remained the entire time I lived in that house; when it needed fresh paint I used the same colors. The key for me was to design it in a timeless style, no trendy things at all. I still miss that house today. It was my house designed for my husband and me. I'm now living in someone else's house. This house will never be my house.

[@cartwheelsinthezendo]

Hi Caroline. First, congratulations on reaching 500,000 subs. I was here early on so not surprised to see you reach this milestone. Secondly, thank you for this timely video. I have been unhoused and living in my car for the past 2 months. I watch a lot of videos and have a lot of time on my hands. I have moved 1000 miles away from where I was living. I sign the lease on my new apartment on Tuesday. Needless to say I don't have a lot of furniture or accessories in my car so I am starting fresh. I have been trying to slow down my feeling that I will need to buy things quickly because it will feel so empty. Your suggestion to live in the space for awhile first is reinforcing my feeling that I need to move slowly. I am sure of what makes me feel happy in a space but I know every space is different. Wish me luck. ❤

[@Caroline_Winkler]

wow, making some big moves. that is very exciting, though im sure also a little nerve wracking. if there are things you feel sure about, trust your gut. and for the rest...don't rush yourself. i hope it'll be a really fun evolving project and new chapter!

[@Caroline_Winkler]

and thank you re: the 500 :) I feel so very happy to be here with everyone

[@Mel_leit]

Good luck to you!😊

[@user-zr8xi4pw9v]

So glad you'll soon have a home! Best of luck to you!

[@heatherburrill]

I hope that you enjoy this new adventure- it is fun to take time to find the things that you really like. I have always had a very low budget and have found some of my favourite pieces on the side of the road or at Goodwill bins or thrift stores. I just took my time, was willing to put time into repairing, repainting etc. every new place that I moved to was a blank canvas in some ways but there were always quirky things or new climate that helped me make decisions - also what was available. Like finding a deep red cabinet with two glass doors where I hung fabric to hide that it was shoe storage, using magazine holders on their sides to make the perfect shoe shelves. This made a perfect landing pad for an entrance that was just a door to the living room ☺️. I think moving into a place with a carload is a blessing as most people find that their furniture that worked at a previous home just isn’t right for their new space. Having just moved this summer. This is all fresh in my mind and I love how Caroline supports this idea of taking your time. Have fun!!!!❤

[@peztopher7297]

Over the years, I've used a lot of calendar pages as art. Babaar for my kids, antique maps, Japanese block prints, Georgia O'Keefe florals. You enjoy the calendar for a whole year, and then each 'print' ends up costing about a dollar. You do need to invest in decent frames, and the one drawback is that the art tends to be square. >>Can you do a tutorial video about fabric lampshades?!

[@valarya]

It's brilliant advice. When I moved in to my new house I hated how orange the floors were, but I've been able to pull colors that complement, calm, or highlight those floors in other rooms and now I love them. Orange wood floors with a thai basil green paint and some rust colored sheets? Yes please. Anyway, you're genius. Love ya lol

[@kisikisikisi]

You're so right about asking your friends. I do it all the time and even though I usually don't follow said advice, my reaction to their opinions gives me clarity. If I ask if I should do A, B or C and my friend says to do A and my reaction is "no that's dumb wtf", at least I know to strike A off the list.

[@ewen9415]

I agree. I usually ask so I can see what really calls to my heart.

[@thaisccn89]

Thank you. I've been living in my apartment for two years and while it's not bad... it could be cuter. I have this absolutely chaotic Pinterest board with like, every single design I ever thought looked good. I went back through it after watching this video and was finally able to recognize which photos resonated with my space and felt realistic and fit what i was going for and which photos needed to be filed away in a "beautiful spaces but probably not gonna happen" section. In a manic fit last night I went through 900+ pins and managed to knock them down to 44 and I am so proud of myself. You da best Caroline, couldn't have done it without you.

[@czysxycool]

I love that you mention a weirdo, freaking couch, lol. We have a huge, patterned, down sectional that has multiple colors on it. Rust orange is the main color, but there is also maroon, beige, purple, dark and light greens, some black, and even some dark pink. The colors are mostly dark and saturated. The print is a mix of smallish, over-laping random things like leaves, Cresent moons, spades, swirls, clovers, all blended very nicely. The sectional actually came off of a rich and kinda famous family's houseboat when my boyfriend's company remodeled it. Very high-end, custom sectional sofa. Anyway. I ended up decorating with all solid color pieces in our living room, using the colors from the sofa. So, basically, there are a lot of different colors, but they all harmonize because of the sofa, and I love it.

[@Avalanti]

I love interior design and can't wait to style my own home, but I just wanted to say that as someone who also struggles with my personal style in fashion, that pinterest project is absolutely GENIUS and I will be doing this with both my interior and wearable styles from now until always

[@racheldamiano8936]

i did interior design for 7 years before becoming a mom and have had design paralysis for the past 2 years and this video is SO helpful, even to someone with a design education. we all get stuck and you have this ability to verbalize all the things going on in my head. you've been my youtube girl crush for almost a year now! you articulate and breakdown relatable topics in a way that makes them digestible, so thank you and keep it up!

[@momcatx2]

OMG And there I was, trying to decide on a WHITE paint for my kitchen! F'ing white. My husband just looked at the 20 different samples I had everywhere and said, "I'm out."

[@anitas5817]

For real tho, white paint is hard to get right. So many undertones.

[@stephanie8795]

I'm not indecisive with my interior designing...I love my space(s) and my creative design for those spaces. I'm just here because I love watching you & your videos gf. ❤

[@Caroline_Winkler]

gonna hug ya for this one

[@lir9875]

As usual, this spoke to me. Mid-50s with a home that I'm looking to sell in 5 years, so living within that mindset (high white walls). I love color and a high desert mid century look on a very narrow budget. Your videos provide a framework that allows me to think outside of the box while focusing on what I want and what I don't really need. I'm sorry about your anxiety, I know how that feels. I'll keep you in my prayers 🕯️

[@Caroline_Winkler]

"while focusing on what i want and what i really dont need" - this is everything. im so glad that the video helps a bit

[@st33nb3an4]

Omg thank you, Caroline!! We moved into our first HOUSE (wtf?!) in June, and I have no idea what to do with it. It’s strange trying to shift my mind set from “renter-friendly” to “oh yeah, I can actually do whatever the fuck I want”. With limitless options comes the anxiety. Love the Pinterest idea, definitely gonna give it a go. Thanks, girl.❤

[@Will-yz8zm]

I’m a guy who wants his home to look good, but I keep spinning ‘cause I like everyone else’s looks (well, let’s be honest, not EVERYONE’s), but can’t figure out what’s my look. Thanks, Caroline, for normalizing my insanity. Your video is really practical (and amusing, I had to say).

[@Anonom2012]

Be willing to experiment and acknowledge spillage (or making mistakes) is such a life lesson too.

[@candyce6233]

One of my favorite little thing I like to do when I’m traveling to differnt cities and even my own local museums. They usually always have a Gift Shop in them (even the smaller towns) where you can find local artists art or a replica of something their currently showing. Some of my favorite art pieces on my walls and shelves are from museums 🏫🖼️😂

[@sweatpantgardener]

restrictions are so helpful to design like you said for interior design or even cooking or painting or other forms of art. Too much creativity is so overwhelming!

[@emiliemaierhofer9610]

It was the parrots 😂 And then 5 seconds later, extreme honesty about your mental health. This is why you are so precious

[@BspVfxzVraPQ]

But I'm not sure if I'm indecisive.

[@victoriamartinotti7364]

I had to just start getting pieces, and painting walls to see what I hated or loved. Almost all my first decisions had to be painted over or sold on FB BUT I learned so much from those 'mistakes'. No one is perfect at something new. You have to just accept that and do it anyway, because practice is really what is going to get your results. I also like that you mentioned not needing a name for your style. Thats really important and I learned that the hard way! Having my space be unique and only something my husband and I would design makes me so happy.

[@saphire2214]

Love this type of design advice. It's tactical, straight to the point and actually speaks to what is literally in our heads. Thank you!!! ❤

[@littleleafy]

One watch through was not enough, i will have to watch a few more times to fully absorb all that great info! Thank you Caroline! I hope your anxiety quiets down! ❤

[@livingwithclarissa]

I’ve been “designing” my new apartment and this is EXACTLY what I needed

[@KnitsFromTheVoid]

Yes, this is so helpful. Personally, I can highly recommend manically re-arranging furniture and decor objects every few months if I start to feel bored/restless/like I need a change of scenery. Much more financially and environmentally responsible than buying that new couch I saw on instagram that I am sure will definitely make me a much happier person, because usually, it's not about the couch at all.

[@laurennicole04]

I’ve recently been trying to give myself more grace with “spillage.” I’ve really stepped up my home design the past couple years and there are definitely things I’ve bought that I don’t like anymore and want to change, which has been making me feel guilty for “wasting” money or participating too much in consumerism. But then I think back to how many times you’ve said that it takes trial and error and time to develop your style and there are inevitably going to be failures along the way. It’s really helped me not be so hard on myself. Thanks for all your advice and tips. ❤️

[@JK-lc1vj]

'Restrictions are your friend', that quote realy stuck with me. It helps me a lot when I feel indecisive, not only with interior design.

[@moonbeeps]

This is a super helpful video! I would also add a thing to the trends: when a new trend comes out and you're not sure if you like it because it's new and trendy or you actually like it because it's your style, do what Caroline said with the wallpaper/purse. Take a picture with you, look at it a lot and then after 2 weeks, you will know if you actually like it.

[@meh5069]

this literally could not have come at a better time... as I sit here agonizing over paint colors, styles, and rugs. lol

[@ashwonders16]

'working with the immovable objects' is definitely my favorite design advice from you Caroline. Since the kitchen makeover video and it spoke to me. Not all people could rip everything and start from blank canvas.

[@l.m.n.2338]

Most of my style mistakes are from choosing too fast. I recently went on a spree to redesign a room and made a few errors. Thankfully nothing is too expensive and I've figured out other spaces to use the items. I strayed too much from my main focal points and ended up buying accessories too quickly and they went in two different clashing style directions because I was trying to be eclectic. If I would have taken my time and stuck to complimenting the focal point I wouldn't have been so impulsive. So yes, not expecting it to all come together immediately is important.

[@groovysecondhalf]

Found you just in time! This video is SO ME right now. Four weeks ago, my hubby decided to renovate our third floor apartment into a master suite and I’ve been a bit overwhelmed since. I’ve been pinning all kinds of decor stuff for every room since buying the home a year ago ~ not considering we would create a master suite.

[@allieh2686]

So much needed information here in this presentation. When I moved into a new home 4 years ago. I rushed to get a new sofa Asap. Hated it after a couple of months. Where Ever I placed it did not work. Also hated my dining chairs once they arrived. I had to put 2 seat cushions on it so I could eat my food on the table. Had to sell the complete dining set and sofa. Thanks Caroline.

[@Grannynan]

Caroline, this is one of your best design shows! I just had a garage sale. Looking over the sale items was like a history of the trends I have followed for the last 20 years. A couple of years ago I inherited a very nice antique Persian rug. Love it, but it's red. (Enter the design restriction) . I have never used red, but now that the room is coming together, I am in love with it. I feel like being on the red journey has helped my personal style evolve into a much more interesting look for my home.

[@stitchinginhand1966]

Excellent advice about not rushing to purchase things to get ready for an event or party. I bought dining room chairs years ago to get ready for Thanksgiving. I’ve disliked them everyday since!

[@daphblue]

Literally me this weekend, a commercial interior designer. I painted the beadboard in our kitchen, and also paint the walls above it the same color because I thought it wouldn’t be enough. Then repainted it white because it was too much 😅

[@candyce6233]

I used to be the dreaded theme decorator 😂 back in the early 2000’s when I was a brand new wife and mother I thought it would be so fun to decorate the house in a Nautical theme. Every spot in the book cases had anything and everything that had to do with the sea. So much so I hastily remember having this fake rope net that I loving strewn over the windows like a valance. Inside the net was different barnacles that got “caught” in the net. 😂 I’m dying in laughter right now typing this bc I haven’t thought of this since then. What was I thinking? Oh yeah, whatever I do I have to stick to the theme 😂😂😂

[@Seems_R]

your videos always provide a value! It may not be concrete (aka interior design tips etc.) for every video but they hit more towards matters of the heart. They make me feel a little less crazy like I'm not the only one going through the ups and downs of life. You are an absolute gem. Who you are as person, draws people to your channel, and you being yourself brings the greatest value < 3

[@rainforestblessed5031]

No wonder Wayfair chose you. Spending my time with you is so much fun and so worthwhile in the way that only honesty can make you feel. You go girl, we're with you 💕

[@pamela3213]

Congratulations Caroline ✨ You were destined for the Camera all Along! We Loved You from Day 1. Cheers to your Preservance & Believing in Yourself 🥂

[@bethpeck8918]

You are so right about the paralysis that results from too many choices! I am a firm believer that the correct number of choices is a number between three and five. That's more than enough for anyone! Thanks for the how-to design tutorial, and explaining what the process is. You've done a service for all humanity! P.S. It's "achievable" (at 9:48, in case you want to correct it). P.P.S. So sorry you are not doing well mentally. I know I'm a rando stranger, but please believe in yourself. You're killing this KZbin thing!

[@saraheschweiler4939]

Hooray--a Saturday morning visit with Caroline Winkler! 💞🥂🍾🥂💞Wow, congratulations on 500K subscribers, Caroline!!💞🥂🍾🥂💞 🌿💐🌿😊☕😘🌿💐🌿

[@ekaterinal8631]

What felt the most needed to hear was that it’s okay to not have everything finished just because you have fam/friends you’d like to have over. Something about not wanting to be embarrassed that you don’t have the “cool” home- which is just pressure I’m placing on myself. But it’s easier said than done. For example I feel like I can’t invite anyone to my new apartment because I don’t have a tv console picked out yet (I don’t have one) and the flatscreen is just hanging out on the floor for now. Now how can you possibly host with your tv just hanging out doing nothing- says the little bully devil on my shoulder. Maybe I should move it into another room and embrace the blank wall for now while visitors are here.. But to be realistic what I’ll probably do is force myself to pick one out anyway because I know everyone is waiting to be invited to the new place (it’s me and my husband) and I can’t handle not having something “finished”. It’s not just the console of course but a million of other little things that aren’t “there” yet. And it’s not our friends/fam that are causing the pressure either, I know they could care less and just want to see us and celebrate, but *I* want to feel good about my space and therefore myself. It’s so stupid. Oh the journey of being a human with social anxiety and tying your identity and worth to things that shouldn’t matter. That’s why hearing this was so needed, it’s a reminder of where I’m trying to be. Free of caring what people think or more like what I think of what people don’t even think. “Progress not perfection”. This turned into a mini venting therapy session. Your videos tend to inspire those. Btw you look so cute here with your sweater and earrings and hair and gorgeous cheekbones and face.

[@void________]

"Listen, woof!" 😂😂... you make me laugh so hard.

[@jessicarossman2966]

This has helped me so much editing my plans for my living room. It’s a big ole rectangle and has some quirks. This is helping me focus!

[@BeccaNiederkrom1]

I was not prepared for the parrot parable. =)

[@jamieb2289]

Caroline, I really appreciate the way you break down designing into manageable chunks, so it's less intimidating to get started. I've always been really apprehensive about designing my space because I'm terrified I'll mess it up. But your videos have really helped me see that your home is really just a space for you to be creative, and not about recreating a specific aesthetic. The past 5 months of watching your videos has helped me to connect with my place in a way I wouldn't have had the courage to do before. (Also "For Indecisive People" could totally be another series on this channel. You could help us indecisive folk settle on paint colors, wall paper, furniture, cabinet knobs!)

[@TheParisflower]

The Interior GODS have answered! I needed this ! I've been thinking of revamping my 15 years pink parisian bedroom and fell in a limbo of all the beautiful inspos, This just came at the right time ! Also Its so validating to hear that it's normal to evolve and taste change. Loved it so much that I'll watch it twice, Chef's kiss.. Can we do a follow-up, step my step how to choose wall colors and furniture hues based dim or bright lighting and room size and other variables to not mess up a good potential.Thanks

[@nlgcoaching]

Been in my home for 7 years. Built it with everything I loved from other homes and just now thinking I'm ready for some changes. Love your suggestions and lighthearted approach. Looking forward to building my vision board by binging the web to reveal themes. 😀

[@charlirogers6235]

I'm in girl!! I literally started making doll houses because we bought a fixer upper and I CAN"T. Every single choice feels like life or death. The entire house is a pink nightmare from the 50's and the land is 3 acres and only 2 trees. I'm saving this video, thank you!!!

[@lisamckay5058]

Caroline, fab video. Thank you for making it. Feel free to stop reading this comment now, if you want. In regards to the anxiety/current state of unwellness, I think you're right on track. You had the huge breakup. You had the huge move. You had the huge career change. You had the uncertainty of diving into full time creative employment. You have been in survival mode for so long. Now, suddenly, the career is really successful, there's a new fella, you're close enough geographically to your family so you can actually spend time with the people you love. All this stuff is great and good and you can take a breath. And that's when all the stuff is you've been gutting through drops on you. It's like a room, stuffed with crap, so much crap that the door bulges and threatens to break open if you don't lean against it. The second you stopped putting all your weight against the door and take a breath, the door breaks down, the crap goes everywhere, and now you have to deal with it. And that's okay. You'll deal with it. You've dealt with tougher things than this. YOU are tougher than this, even though you might not feel like you are. This is just the way things work, the timeline things follow. It's like your anxiety realized you had to get through some really enormous stuff, so it stepped back a little until you did. Now it's anxiety"s turn to be in the spotlight. Look, i don't know if you will see this. I don't know if you do see it, whether or not you'll care, or feel it's accurate, or just ignore the crackpot whose overloading your comment section with bullshit. Maybe this will bring ease to your heart, maybe it won't. Maybe someone else will read it and find a moment's peace. Regardless, I think you're exactly where you're supposed to be at this point of your journey. I sincerely hope you feel better about this place soon. Thank you for the content you create and share. My blessings to you.

[@lorehozan6073]

You are god-given, currently in the process of decorating my entite apartmant and can't decide between warm colors or neutral, will apply some tips

[@almamunoz8230]

I have lived in my home for a year and I just bought my couch. I kept moving my apartment couch from one place to the other until I was ready to commit. So, live in your place!

[@sweatpantgardener]

I love how you say it's hard to describe your style and that's a good thing, I have felt that a long time for music artists like, I don't listen to just "pop", but those weird niche combo genres are so fun

[@manleenkaur7942]

You had me at the title;). I so agree with everything you said. For last 2 and a bit years, I had been in living in places which were good enough, so never bothered to change much. Also, the constraints were not good constraints: was barely allowed to change anything, or the scale/ size/ open plan ness of the place put me off doing anything. Then I got my own place with hideous, breaking down bathrooms🤣, that I just couldn't live with. Et voila, the style journey began. On a visit to a different city, fell in love with the bathrooms at the air bnb, and tried to re create them with what was locally available, or what appealed to me. Still miles to go before I sleep.

[@rebeccabaradas7699]

I agree! You’re absolutely right! Restrictions are our friends! It challenges us to be more creative! ❤️

[@thesmileyeffect]

This is so very timely for me as I am currently working to declutter and want to decorate each room as it gets cleared and cleaned out. I am renting, and also want to have more colorful walls. These tips are already helping me feel at ease about how I can finally get my home to feel like my space after 4 years.

[@TreJ999]

😂 I have to keep rewinding because you have me cracking up! Thanks for your style and for stating that we are ALL on a budget! I can’t wait to try your steps!

[@bethswan]

This was literally me the today- every room in my house is a blank canvas and where to start 🥴😆

[@venuskaraitiana]

Great video! I have enjoyed designing my bedrooms since I was young. My first flat bedroom was full on boho. I’m past that phase but I keep a similar colour scheme in my new house. I’ve recognised that style evolves and I’m taking the time to decorate my new house. Lots of things I cannot change but this video taught me to embrace those quirks. Congrats on 500K ❤

[@jamiehemba6349]

Thanks for the permission to procrastinate with a purpose! ❤

[@Agnaevi]

This video I need it, I watched it and I still feel like I know nothing 😂 You should have seen me perk up when you started talking about digital design services. I’m thinking yes!🎉 Caroline can do it!👍 Caroline says no, I don’t do that😭 I love your style Caroline!Pleeeeeeeeease, do it!🤣🤣

[@ShulaOudean]

Congratulations on 500K!!! You will be at a million before you know it!

[@Caroline_Winkler]

dah thanks bb!

[@ZZ-qy5mv]

Love this topic! I have more examples that are tripping up my design game. I have a hard time getting rid of furniture that's not the best fit anymore, because I trip up on the money aspect of things. I also have a tendency to go for the cheapest decent looking thing rather than my favorite which tends to be more expensive. So then, a lot of it is not what I really love. I can afford better stuff, but I'm scared to put down so much money for something I might decide I don't like. And then my practical needs are not always compatible with a good looking home. I have ADHD and I need a lot of things just out, or I won't remember that it exists. Lastly, so much of it I just don't get to. It took me over a year just to start hanging some art on the wall.

[@HR-re6mr]

Happy Half Milli!!! You Paige and Nick oh and Julie Khuu are my FAV in this space!!! Such great personalities and content! Keep being you!

[@KKOhNoYouDidnt]

I see you made the decision to remove the "Wassel clock" lol- Honestly, I liked it!

[@nakitanash2189]

Restrictions are your friend is some thing I live by, but in our family, we say; freedom within limitations… It’s like a dog who can go outside because there’s a fence! I’ve often thought, with art, and design, it’s so much more fun to problem solve with stuff that’s already there because you’ve got clay to work with. That’s where the inspiration comes from. Design is like a game, and every good game has rules!

[@lyrianalee5062]

Caroline, you are my faaaavorite. I hope you know that you brighten so many peoples' day!

[@camellia_rosa]

Thank you for all these tips, even though they are interior design related I feel like a lot of them can also be applied to other fields like art (artworks etc. which I'm more familiar with, of course interior design is art too!) and some of the points you've made really inspired me to try them out ✨ Wish you all the best and hope you will feel better soon! 💖

[@dhhh1563]

Half a million Caroline!! Congratulations! So well deserved. You inspire me to let go of control. Your whole story about acting and your breakup and how you were so lost - and then to see how content and safe you seem now is very very inspiring. I just moved abroad for grad school and I’m kind of in the same boat. I’m here, but I genuinely don’t know what’s next. But I feel like that’s when we grow the most. 💚

[@abbymanning8194]

When Caroline’s example photos are photos I already have saved on Pinterest, I feel validated lol

[@yalazha]

happy 500k!!! love how far your channel and you have come! been here since 30k :)

[@lyndacobb1140]

Another classic filled with stellar advice! Thanks Caroline! Paralysis Analysis is my middle name. Also, sorry about your anxiety! As a former "creative worrier," I can relate! Deep breaths and know that you are enough...at least I think so! :)

[@gulnazba8488]

This was sooooo helpfull! THANK YOU

[@catsnchem8130]

I have never clicked on a video quicker! I am the most indecisive person. I have a really hard time buying pieces whether they be for decor or functionality but I am really good at working with what I have.

[@sundoesshine8583]

I wasn't indecisive about clicking on this faster than any other video in my life.

[@kellywright2036]

I’m only 5 minutes into this video and I have to stop and say I’m feeling called out so bad here 😂jk My taste in decorating Is constantly fluctuating and it is definitely influenced by social media. There is an endless amount of ideas and inspiration out there and I just can’t stop myself from changing up things in my home. It’ like an addiction and I get a high off of the process . But then here comes another video another designer another idea and I am right back down the rabbit hole.

[@kristinrooney-erb501]

Look at you at 500K! Congrats 🎉🎉🎉🎉 I was here since you had less than 100K and so happy for you😊

[@jessicawelch1307]

This video was so practical, and entertaining. There’s not many KZbinrs that can pull off that combo! Love your videos!

[@purvamukesh1753]

Yayyy you uploaded ❤

[@Lmarquisart]

I really love the “limitations are your friend” outlook.

[@SeanMacadelic]

You’re sense of humor is PERFECT

[@jeannetteichikawa8461]

So helpful! Loved this!❤

[@simoneshlomi3869]

I love how with any topic you talk about you break it down to pieces to make sure we learn!❤