Marie Kondo Reprioritizes | Teatime with Jennifer

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[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I hope you will enjoy this new series. Thank you to Skillshare for sponsoring. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/thedailyconnoisseur02231 Also, the cheesecake recipe is written in the description box above. If you have any requests for future Teatime topics, please leave them in the comments below. Thank you for watching! Love, Jennifer

[@sharonfowler9971]

Thank you not only for the video ( pepp talk) yay!! And the recipe ROCKS! SUMMER SCHOOL PIT TREATS GREAT! I Found a Cream Burlay recipe 3 egg yolks! O my devious! If you would like the recipes gladly share it I can! Thank you for sparking new hope in ab old soul@ 70 last month stay home instead of going to a job; always love working at a job and being home can be great but can be uninspiring at times for me at times as well! Love you and your Feminine approach to life and wellness and mindfulness! ❤😊 Sharon in Ohio! Columbus 😂

[@debbiemize2269]

I was not a good housekeeper when my children were babies, toddlers, and teens. It was rarely “company ready” unless I knew a week in advance company was coming. All that changed on my 37th birthday. I came home from work (I worked as a sales representative and did not have 8-5 hours) and my husband was preparing supper, bless his heart! He told me my parents were on there way over. I was upset by this as my house was a mess! He told me they were coming to spend time with me on my birthday. They were coming to see Me, the daughter they loved and adored, not my house or to judge my housekeeping. We had a wonderful evening! The next day I was working out of town, and this was before cell phones. My dad had a heart attack and died before anyone could reach me. I am forever grateful to my husband for giving me that last evening with my dad. Kudos to Marie Kondo for knowing her priorities! May others find their joy and know their priorities, too ♥️

[@marebear09]

Wow 💙

[@21972012145525]

This resonates with me so much. I’m in a very difficult stage in my life. Change is slow and I recognize it’s progress nonetheless, but I’m terrified this will occur with me. It’s like a constant anxiety and fear

[@ari3lz3pp]

♥️🙏 Thank you. I keep some family arms-length due to the mess, even though some of them have seen it and not judged at all. My mom was a true hoarder and we would just rush-clean the day before people came over. Which I hated, but I still haven't figured out a good way to maintain. I homeschool my special needs child, and have health issues that drain time and energy and it piles up fast. But the more we work twords minimalism it's been really making us happy. It's still SO hard to just get rid of things, like I probably should be. But work-in-progress. I appreciate the inspiration of remembering the relationships trump temporary embarrassment.

[@21972012145525]

@@ari3lz3pp this is me too

[@Sahar.R]

Such a heart touching story😭

[@therenaissancehousewife2230]

For some reason, people think that authors don't change as people. It's like, if you write a book about growing orange trees and then decide to grow cucumbers 5 years later, people say you're being a hypocrite and your orange growing system doesn't work. When actually, you're just tired of oranges. 😂 Authors are like anybody; they shouldn't have to be stagnant in life just because they wrote a book.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I feel so seen, haha! Thank you for saying this. ✨

[@Howtobeamerican]

Authors changed the most because they're the most reflective!

[@patdennis2586]

Severely limiting the amount of inventory you have to manage in your home is my strong recommendation for being able to tidy up quickly.

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

I also think there’s a huge difference between temporary mess and clutter. I think decluttering is a huge support for parenting and makes temporary mess less stressful because it is so easy to tidy up when you have more space.

[@dianemoore1184]

Excellent point.

[@AniaBumba]

That is a brilliant observation.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Yes! Absolutely!

[@janessatravis9526]

I totally agree with this comment! Her home is already decluttered. The daily messes are easily tidied when there is less to maintain. I tidied my home with her method after the birth of my third child and it truly was life changing, not just in making our home easier to maintain, but bringing focus to what brought us joy. I attended her first workshop in Manhattan 7 years ago. At the time she did not have children and some of the professional organizers were a bit skeptical of her methods involving children. Because of this, when my sister and I started helping others curate their spaces we created a bit of a hybrid between her method by category and the Simplicity Parenting method. Simplicity Parenting is a great book. Creating a toy library is so helpful to young families.

[@ari3lz3pp]

​​@@janessatravis9526y child legitimately doesn't play with toys most days. Autism but the state can actually read flag you for getting rid of too many toys. Lol If that's not consumerism driven idk what is. We keep plenty because I grew up with way too many toys. But I always get stuck with organizing them even though we don't use them but maybe once or twice a year. 🙈 I have cute baskets and they are out of the way but it feels unsatisfactory.

[@MoNATUREnique]

I discovered the Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up after my first child and it was a game changer. I knew that I wanted to spend more time with my child instead of being overwhelmed by excess clothing and toys like I grew up seeing. Marie’s book was the blueprint for me and helped tremendously with staying tidy and I still fold using her method 8 years later. I never viewed her book as limiting but freeing. Take what you like and leave what you don’t. I’m glad she stated that being a parent changes thing for those who saw her style as not realistic. I don’t believe she has given tidying up entirely its just not at the top of her list.

[@heidiweber9971]

I totally agree with you. I don't like people throwing Marie under the bus just because she has toddlers. There's a season to just let the mess go and that's fine. We can always go back to tidying later after this season is over. Great video.

[@stacycoupland4276]

Proverbs 14:4 where there are no oxen, the Manger is clean, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of oxen.

[@eileenalholinna5310]

I am a widow living alone in a small condo, and I am constantly picking up, putting things away, clearing and decluttering!! It’s ongoing!! ❤🥰

[@SweetChicagoGator]

Unhinge your clutter pack rat mentality !! I have been swamped there also ! 🥶

[@rachelmills1210]

I'm so happy Teatime with Jennifer is back! It's one of my favorite series. Your perspective on priorities changing with the seasons of life is insightful! Thank you for sharing!

[@margaret1336]

I bet Marie Kondo’s home is a lot easier to clean when she gets the chance to do it. She has a place for everything and minimal clutter that’s half the battle! She’s got her priorities right for the stage she’s in right now.❤❤

[@Chelseyandfam]

Ugh, I agree with you 100% Jennifer about the Marie Kondo story. The media missed the point of the whole thing!! The point is not to be perfect in the act of keeping home “tidy”, but to figure out what’s important to YOU and do that in keeping your life tidy and in order. For me, there were certain things I needed done everyday when my kids were really little. These few things kept me feeling sane when I tripped over the baby bouncer or another ride on toy. Listening to the “talking heads” you’d think Marie Kondo is living in squalor these days!! I doubt it 😆

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

The fact that life changes constantly is something we can count on and it’s admirable that she was willing to address this after bringing to light what her original mission was. Our focus will change if we are authentically living. You brought this out well in your discussion. Having children will most definitely change our lives and our focus. It causes one to prioritize in a more meaningful way which before that shift, we are unable to comprehend fully. She will go back to tidying the way she loves and finds calming at the proper time, today she is embracing her everyday lifestyle and that will be such a blessing to her. She has taught all mothers with her example, regardless of her notoriety, how to extend grace to herself and others. Thank you for the thoughtful discussion, Jennifer🌹

[@natalietsoka8167]

Absolutely, I agree, it’s about embracing and appreciating the different seasons of our lives, that will bring us most peace and joy 😀. So change and adapting is not to be considered failure.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Hi Nikki! So true. The focus often shifts but it is a natural process. Much love

[@GetSchmidtdone]

I love that you chose this as a topic, because I really relate to what Marie Kondo has said. I have three children (ages 6yo and under) and it’s very difficult to maintain a tidy home. As soon as I clean a room, my children come in and make a mess. I try to organize their clothes, yet it takes them seconds to make the drawers a mess while searching for their favorite shirt. I love that Marie Kondo has been transparent about her current reality. ❤

[@Christina-oq4td]

I hear you!! I’m on to grandchildren now….while finishing up the youngest 3 of my 9…..and when they were all under one roof I found that keeping the go-somewhere clothing in a central closet while leaving play clothes in their space made life so much easier. Just do what’s easiest for you in this busiest season of your life.😊

[@SweetChicagoGator]

U need to instruct your kids on folding their clothes & moving their toys. My mother made me do this. She had a temper and demanded strict organization ! I forgot to put a tea cup in the sink one time that I left on the kitchen table overnight, and got an earful of her hollering at me ! 🙄😆

[@SweetPetunia897]

I keep my kids clothes in bins under a bed. They each have one bin (ages 3 and 6) and I don’t fold their clothes. Just throw everything in their bin and it doesn’t matter when they make a mess of it. The only thing I might start keeping separate is one nice outfit for church so that they have at least one pair of pants with no holes in the knees that they can’t accidentally wear at home to play. I only keep the current season’s clothes out and they only have enough to last 5-6 days before washing.

[@SweetChicagoGator]

@@SweetPetunia897 Scrape pants knees, got holes, then got beaten up for this ! Later I would get a new pair and warned to be extremely careful which I was, but maybe eight months to a year later I recall tripping and ripping those also. Then, after coming home I was beaten exceptionally hard for that incident. Mother was a perfectionist for order and care of stuff ! 😆 🤪

[@stefaniemedina14]

@@SweetChicagoGator this is not realistic. Sounds like your mom had issues to scream about a teacup. That does not sound like a happy childhood to me. My mom wanted us to play and make messes, that is what kids do.

[@China-Clay]

Good for Marie, she sounds healthy in mind!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Absolutely ✨

[@jdardlu7214]

I appreciate your compassionate focus on Marie Kondo’s growth and learning. In order for people to learn and grow to their fullest potential it’s important to be able to come to new understanding and sometimes make mistakes without being subject to the shame and blame attitude that is so prevalent in our culture.

[@antoniavallario3058]

Oh, good, so glad Teatime is back! Am enjoying a cup of peppermint tea as I watch this. About Marie Kondo, I read her books some years ago and they really motivated me to start decluttering, a practice I still keep doing today, and I enjoy it. I live alone and am retired now, but still things tend to accumulate almost before you realize it. Now, I was never as strict as what I read in her books, but it helped me look at my surroundings and life in a new way. It did bring me joy. I think her critics need to calm down and give her some grace. Life is not static and we all grow and learn to adapt to our current circumstances, whatever they may be. I’m happy to hear that she is putting her children’s needs first and is enjoying her family. I think with some willingness to experiment with various methods of housekeeping and homemaking, with love, care and some thoughtful planning, we can find that “sweet spot” that works for us and our families. I like to think of it as finding a balance between ‘perfection’ and ‘pigsty’! 🙂 Thank you for another thoughtful video, Jennifer. Have a lovely day!

[@joysilas4724]

I am pregnant with our third child and during my first trimester I was too exhausted to try and keep my home tidy. I will confess it was difficult but I had to give myself grace and take care of myself. Now I am in my second trimester and I have some time to clean more. I know once the baby is here I’ll just be focused on homeschooling my older children, rest and nourishing my family. The cleaning and organizing will have to wait.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

It's important to get help during that time if you can...

[@tracy_in_primary]

We used to have a pastor at church who often said "know the season you're in and respond appropriately." I find that helps me let go of any "guilt" about things I'm not doing, because I'm choosing to give preference to what I need in this season. And there are a couple of things I've learned over 32 years of marriage and raising 3 children to young adulthood (which has included seasons of more-than-enough and then scant income; plenty of time and then combining full-time study, parenting and working): 1. You can't have it all, all at the same time. 2. You can't do everything.

[@21972012145525]

Share your wisdom

[@pattywessels8162]

Last summer my husband and I became "empty-nesters". This was more difficult for me than I thought it would be, having been a stay-at-home mom. Everyone says it goes quickly, and it does! Embrace your time with your children at home and don't stress about being perfect. When I recall my cherished memories, I don't remember if the house was clean that day or not! I remember the connection, the laughing, their faces and smiles!

[@susanh1205]

We just became empty nesters too, and there is a lot of grief involved. But what brings me joy is remembering life with my children!

[@cashby1425]

Amen!

[@elizabethwilk9615]

Is not easy but they come to visit often and I make sure that we spend quality time, making their favorite dishes and just hanging out , talking and enjoying one another’s company. The last thing on my mind is the perfect tidy home.

[@cashby1425]

@@elizabethwilk9615 same here Elizabeth they are so fun and funny to talk to now. Such a different dynamic than when they were elementary school age or tweens

[@cashby1425]

@@elizabethwilk9615 ALSO praise God They want to come home lol!!

[@jred1838]

I 100% support Marie for your revised view of organization. I am a mom of 7 whom I homeschooled, so we were all at home for the day. Our 5 boys could really "populate" the room with cars and Brio tracks. However, we had something called the "5:00 Bell". This was when all playing stopped and we all tidied up the house. I had a rattan basket that all the cars/trucks went into under an entertainment center with a door. Easy. All the brio tracks went into an former doll suitcase. Close it up, in the closet, done. I had a chore chart and each week had a different helper in the kitchen with me and others set the table. We usually sat down to eat at 6 or 6:30 pm. It wasn't Marie tidy, but it recreated peace in our environment. Hope this helps someone. 😄

[@user-hm3yg4qc3l]

People change they age, and having kids definitely was the biggest change for me as well, and I only have one at the moment. I personally believe she hasn't changed her value for it was always "surround yourself with what brings you joy", and never "clean up or you are wrong." Her books are still my motivation.

[@user-th9ex5lx2j]

その通りだと思おます！あなたの意見は私が言いたかった事そのままです(^O^) 有り難うございます！

[@judymadge7347]

When my eldest was 3, I was fortunate to be introduced to Montessori philosophy & education and I embraced it wholeheartedly. My children learnt that everything had a place and they learnt, at a very young age, to tidy up after they finished an activity. They learnt how to wash dishes at 2 years of age, and to prepare what they needed to do a specific activity. I had to prepare the environment that assisted them with this (equipment had to be age appropriate!) and it worked beautifully. As teenagers, my son was still tidy and organized but my daughter...oh boy!! What happened??!! I learnt that it was better for me to simply shut her bedroom door and go in there once a month to give it a clean out! They have both, now, left home. They are both tidy at home, are happy to leave a bit of a mess in the sink if they're tired, but to clean in the morning. The key is to have a place for everything that flows in your 'workspace'. When there is no dedicated space for something, we don't know what to do with it and so it just stays 'on the kitchen bench'! As an "empty nester', my home is neat, clean and tidy and I regularly go through my 'stuff' and 'release' what isn't working for me. I am conscious of the 'Swedish Death Cleaning' concept now and, having downsized, I am much more comfortable to let go (and donate - often to the kids or their friends!) of what I no longer need. I'm so pleased that Marie Kondo has recognised that her life has changed....after all, Life IS change!

[@TracieSmithpomeranian]

When my only child was little, I did basic cleaning. Even though she was an only child, she had friends with siblings. It was like having more children. So here's what I learned: Do basic cleaning. Keep order with small tidying up. Prioritize what is important. You have stacks of laundry and vacuuming that need to be done. Plus, little ones are running around. Laundry needs to be done. If you can squeeze in vacuuming, great. If not today, then tomorrow. Have your Littles be responsible for keeping their rooms tidy. They get a toy out, and they put it back or aside when their done. If you have more than one child or they have friends, then have them help pull out toys and return toys to their place. Keeping a home clean should always be important. It should be a shared effort. Now that my daughter is 21, she takes care of her room and helps keep the rest of the home tidy.

[@adorablebelle]

Good commentary. It's interesting to think more deeply about why we (as a society) mock people or react poorly when they dare to admit they've changed.

[@robertascholten8173]

Hmm. Somehow I think that what Marie considers "messy" is substantially different from quite a few American homes. I follow several Asian moms on youtube. No matter the ages or numbers of children, their homes are spotless, meals are homemade, hot, and on time, lunches are packed beautifully, beds are dressed, laundry done, as well as all the household errands and chores. Such an extraordinary and diligent culture(s), both Japan and South Korea. I'm certain Marie is no different than her peers. She's a minimalist as well, so an overly adorned home would not be her style. Admire Marie greatly.

[@21972012145525]

I wonder if they’re full time homemakers or if they work outside of the home? I find it difficult to do both tbh

[@sarahd1706]

Marie also mentioned that she was a professional tidier, which contributed to her pressure & ability to be tidy all the time. Whether we have children or not, most of us have other occupations that don’t focus on being tidy. & many of us without children still have to work & can’t be home long enough to take care of our homes. It’s either pay my bills or take a day off, with no one to help take care of errands, chores, meals.

[@khomotjomalatji4600]

The thing I like about loving to tidy up, when you have children as much as the house is a mess, it is never out of control. I now have a “controlled mess”😂. My tidying up now is more of a service of love towards my family, the things that make our living a quality experience… allowing spaces of expression for each member.

[@21972012145525]

This was actually beautiful

[@cashby1425]

What is more important? Being a devoted wife and helpmeet and an excellent mother or being too overly focused on a spotless house? There are times in life that your house can be spotless and there are other times of life where you just need to accept and embrace that people live there and showing those people love until such a time as they grow up and move out is worth far more than organized drawers and pantry

[@bethany45101]

This is exactly what I needed to hear this morning. I have 3 children who are older (my youngest will be 7 soon) and don’t need me very much so I was able to keep everything tidy. But I recently had my 4th baby in January and with a newborn, tidying often is something I had to let go of. It was stressful for me at first but now I’m beginning to feel ok about it. I want to soak up as much little baby time as I can because I know it goes by so fast.

[@Haley_Wozniak]

Yes!! I had to become comfortable with a little mess. I'll never forget my 3 year old at the time say "you're always cleaning". Truly made me feel awful and had to reprioritize.

[@DansonforJoy]

Hopping in the boat with you ladies! 😂 When my fourth and fifth babies (twins) got to be about four years old, I started to feel like I was getting a good handle on my house and routines again, and then - surprise! - baby number six! 🤍 I do what I can and enlist the children’s help, but I have to let so many things go in this season while I nurse and snuggle my baby. I’m grateful to have read Marie Kondo’s first book eight years ago, (simultaneously with Lessons From Madame Chic! 😉) because decluttering has been a key to keeping our home somewhat manageable. 😊

[@valentinemux]

I love that Marie Kondo came out and said this! I read her book before I had children as well, and now I have three (ages 4, 2, and 10 mo). Aside from how to fold my socks, I felt that the biggest takeaway (even then) was that decluttering your home was to make space for you to live your life unhindered by the stress of "stuff", to enjoy what was beautiful, and prioritize what was important. My children, my family are what are most important, and my job is to create a home FOR them! Decluttering for me is not about having a perfectly tidy, company-ready space at all times - how boring! It's about having space to be together, have tea, play, even make messes! Maybe we need to value our children more than we value the appearance of our home :) And, as you said, there will be plenty of time in life for perfect tidiness! Pull up some kitchen chairs and bake a cake!

[@JenniferVanMatreMissouriUSA]

So excited for this series!

[@fortheloveofhome7824]

Love your videos, thank you for sharing!

[@amandabrown4895]

This was lovely. Thank you! ❤

[@jeanmcintyre4662]

Thank you for correctly quoting Maria Kondo. It does show wisdom on her part to put her kids as priority. Her house is still probably tidier than most of ours, but she doesn't get upset by the mess of kid toys.

[@m.harris2429]

Wonderful episode! Thank you.

[@palabrasquietas]

Love, love Tea Time series!!! 💞

[@chrissyt6959]

YAY!!! I love tea times with you!!!! I am so excited.

[@terrabrown7327]

Great topic 👍 and really enjoyed the recipe & style addition as well 🤩 so glad to have teatime again- even made myself a tea this time ☕️

[@carrotstick1970]

I enjoyed this time very much. Thank you, Jennifer.

[@stefaniemedina14]

I remember reading her book and then freaking out as I was trying to declutter the house and keep things tidy. My husband had to say to me “this is normal, everyone with little kids has a messy house”. Our neighbor has kids the same age as ours and she is always yelling at the kids to clean up, why did you make a mess again, etc. I am happy my kids are playing, its better than them staring at a tablet for hours.

[@teribeltran6995]

Dear Jennifer so happy to see this series back. The 3 articles on dress would be fun to add to tea time. I’m looking forward to seeing your ideas for your Spring 10 item wardrobe too 🌷

[@marep5597]

Me too!!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Yes! That's a great idea. Thank you

[@LoreleiAileen]

Love this series! I look forward to more tea time with you, Jennifer.

[@deannalazaro4976]

I so appreciate you bringing this topic up. I have 3 young kids aged 3, 1, and 1 years old. When I read the articles on Marie Kondo loosening up on tidying it was such a relief - none of us need to have it all together! I look up to her and I love that she was willing to share her personal journey of prioritizing her family over cleaning at this time in her life 🤍

[@sarahbodine7226]

When my daughter was a toddler I was so stressed with working full-time and feeling that I was failing keeping up my home. A wonderful older woman told me to focus on making memories with my daughter and husband as there will be plenty of time later to fuss about the house. She said that was her biggest regret when she was a young mother with 3 kids. Said she was so worried about keeping her home perfect that she felt she missed many opportunities to just play with her children. Best advice EVER! My daughter is now a successful and independent 23 year old. She's close with both me and her daddy although she lives very far from us. I strongly believe by us prioritizing family time and not worrying so much about making the house perfect, helped her to make better decisions about what's truly important. Now I have lots more time to focus on the actual house. And yes, I'm also a huge Marie Kondo and Swedish death cleaning fan!

[@juliemoore6957]

Really enjoyed this video!

[@ColettaDesign]

She also lived in a tiny apartment in Japan, rather than in an average large American home.

[@thewovenknotcrochetthehand4721]

Very well said. So glad to have found your channel! Binge watching your wonderful videos 😎

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Thanks so much for bringing this feature back!

[@bridgestowisdom]

Very pleasant Tea Talk.💖Thank you.☺🍵

[@LifeWithFlowers]

Beautifully spoken Jennifer. I agree growth is good.🌿🌸

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Love tea time Jennifer.😊 Thank you for the mini cheesecake recipe.

[@carriepratt4526]

Thank you, Jennifer! I love learning about up and coming designers. The handbag is beautiful

[@kmorewood573]

Love that you brought this back! So lovely and elegant - a bit of Beauty this world so needs!!

[@eileenalholinna5310]

Watching your video with my breakfast and tea, Jennifer! I recently bought your book At Home with Madame chic! ❤

[@lindaleclair8938]

So thrilled to see this is back!

[@missjenny1953]

Thank you for the section on Marie Kondo. I’ve just tracked it down in my local library. This resonated with me on the cusp of retirement years and making my home and lifestyle part of my physical and mental health.

[@colemansinacottage7701]

Delightful video as always I can't edit to use the cheesecake recipe! Absolutely perfect!! Thankyou for sharing!

[@JaneILynch]

Oh Jennifer I love that you’ve brought this back! Like sitting down and chatting with you-fun!

[@Diana-er6fi]

Loved this edition, Jennifer! So many great tidbits. Also I think your commentary on Marie Kondo was on point. It is so true that people don’t allow for change and can be very critical. Everyone should have space to grow and learn. Thanks for a great episode!

[@earthempresstv]

drinking tea with 2 amazing icons~ I love her transparency and I love yours too! yes, life has many different seasons

[@taracromp1960]

I am drinking Jasmine Green Tea as well! Happy Monday, Jennifer. Thanks for the tea time.

[@Thekatedelaney]

So happy to see Teatime With Jennifer return! Really enjoyed it! I saw a photo yesterday of Princess Catherine at the BAFTAS and I always wonder what your take would be on her outfits. Thank you Jennifer!! ☕️💕

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Yes, her gloves were very dramatic!

[@l.l.lekens6610]

@@TheDailyConnoisseur and the earrings!

[@102483989]

yum just made the mini cheese cakes today when I got home from work! enjoying them with some creamy earl grey! thank you for the lovely video and recipe!

[@j.r.7716]

Beautiful video! Teatime is the best time ❤️

[@christystinson9944]

I am so glad you brought back Tea Time with Jennifer!! So excited!!

[@amandazplace5663]

Hindsight is certainly 20/20. My kids are now 22, 22, and 19. The early years were incredibly challenging; moreso, given that I am a organized person who thrives on routine. I've always needed some form of "minimalism" to create boundaries for the physical clutter that comes with the wild and joyous season of parenting. It was and is my sanity. It's interesting that decluttering is so popular. Its a result of overconsumption, isn't it? I only ever felt the chaos of parenting when I fell into the trap of buying too many things. It was never the actual cleaning that overwhelmed me. It wasn't the activity or noise. It was always the 50 plants or the 100 knickknacks or the 10 area rugs or the 20 decorative pillows or the 6 sets of table settings. Once I realized that my love of beautiful things was just not meant for that season of life, I began to focus on parenting more. I accepted the season. Now I'm in the next season. The "kids sort of still live here season". I'm accepting it; freedoms and limitations and all. Sort of. That's the fun part. We get to make mistakes. Course correct. Then, declutter and try again. ♥️🇨🇦

[@allisonwordes9904]

Thanks for giving your opinion on Marie Kondo's interviews. I had been feeling conflicted by the media's dissection of them. I am beginning to unpack how I want to feel about it - which is always how one feels after one has enjoyed discussion with a friend at tea time! I am very much looking forward to more videos like this one :)

[@sheilarachal886]

I love teatime with Jennifer. I love Marie Kondo but we all have to change and adapt with to our lives. I’m glad that she is realistic about life! Loved meeting a new designer. Thanks for this video. It is wonderful how you keep adding new segments. I always look forward to to your videos and you always inspire me!❤️

[@paulajohnson7075]

I love "Tea Time With Jennifer"!! I knew nothing of Marie K's new book, but I know I want to read it since learning about it. From what you said, it sounds as if Marie is being authentic about her season in life, not contradicting her statement that it is life changing to tidy up! She helped so many people, myself included, to lift the burden of stuff from their shoulders. I am thankful she is enjoying her children. I have made mini cheesecakes before, but not with honey. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I hope your father is continuing to progress in his healing process. Blessings, Paula

[@vitalityseeker6193]

Dearest Jennifer, You are a beautiful shining light of style and elegance in an often dark and casual world. Thank you for always maintaining your worthwhile standards and sharing these with us. ❤

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you so much

[@vitalityseeker6193]

@@TheDailyConnoisseur Dear Jennifer, You are a gift to everyone whose lives you touch. How to even begin to thank you?

[@cheriek3704]

Such a great idea, a cup of tea is a time for so much more, I love my tea ☕️

[@ruthgreen2014]

When you begin with something from April I know it will a brilliant tea! One of your best!

[@juliemoore6957]

When your kids are small, it is a very chaotic, busy season of life.. Being perfectionist about tidying during that season is an exercise in futility! Embrace the chaos, enjoy your little ones while you can. Before you know it, you'll be an empty nester, and the house will stay clean all the time. ❤

[@katyvongrimm468]

This video came at such perfect time. I decided to have a proper tea break (proper, because I will sit down and enjoy it, not leave it in the kitchen and forget about it). What a lovely way to spend that time. Thank you, Jennifer! P.S. That bag is so gorgeous! I’m now tempted to treat myself…☺️

[@skincarelover9568]

Excellent video!! Yes priorities change according to your stage in life. My daughter is in college now and I have a lot of time to clean and tidy up but when she was little even though of course I cleaned and tidy up what it was more important was to let her play and make memories!! No regrets we just have to adjust to life.

[@juliakinzel285]

Yay! Tea time is back!! 💕

[@angieallen4884]

As someone in the last third of my life, I can testify that everyone who reaches 40, hopefully, figures out what is important and housework is low on the list. Homemaking, however, is high on the list. There is a difference and finding what that is and keeping the balance between the two is vital for a happy home. I very much enjoy your content.

[@karendavidson5455]

I’ve enjoyed your tea time videos. I think it’s great that Maria has come out with the new book. I’m on the side of having grown children and I’m enjoying organising more again. For me though, it’s more about having a lot less and then tidying is so much easier. Wish I knew this way back when

[@jenniferdean5069]

I am glad teatime is back!!

[@dawndavis]

Love this series!

[@connieaaron5743]

Thanks for sharing about her new book! I'm in a new place in life and needed this Marie boost. I went and downloaded audio book before finishing your video. Also funny thing, I'm learning about making vinegar boosted my feelings about right place right time. Enjoyed her comments about people now having time for "homesteading" activities vs convenience because tidying allows time to do things that bring joy.

[@EasrterRising1fan]

I think that is well said, and I am glad that Marie is prioritizing properly.

[@UpstateGrammy]

Marie Kondo came into my life at the perfect season. I was newly retired and had the time to weed through my things. After using her method of folding, I will never go back. Thank you for treating her revelations about motherhood with such compassion.

[@jessicawarner7634]

presently bouncing my third in the carrier, praying the 2 year old stays asleep and that the 4 year old will close his mouth for "quiet time." all home all the time. and yes there are quite a few messes about but that is probably the biggest way I've actually grown as a mother. I can let somethings go now. I used to think that was the downfall or the "giving up" in motherhood.

[@mkly9968]

Just wanted to say, thank you, Jennifer! For just sharing with us, such a breath of fresh air! I love listening and watching you. Bisous, from Dakar, Senegal!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you for watching! ✨

[@dhvh6580]

Thank you for this lovely, sympathetic take on Marie Kondo's adjustments to where her life is now. The time when I had 4 under 6 was definitely the hardest as far as housework goes. Things are much better now, partly because I've learned to say "Children need to be able to play!" We pick up the worst of the mess a couple times a day and then in the evening, they are to pick up the living room "the way Mama likes it". Then I can enjoy a clean living room for at least a little while each day! (Flylady system also helped tremendously.) I think it's a sign of maturity to be able to change with your life circumstances.

[@JunkJournalTreasures]

Its a natural sequence of events as we age and go through the stages and circumstances of our lives. Our priorities change in a variety of ways. There should be no judgements. Great video, thankyou!! 💗

[@kimberlyduarte4068]

Your Victoria magazine made me feel so nostalgic.. my Mom & Grandma collected them,, & I loved looking through them as a child and teenager.. ❤

[@LeeAnnAnderson]

So happy to see Teatime returned! :)

[@belabotum876]

I love that tea cup!! I have all blue Danube China and mixed tea cup sets. You introduced me to tea time and have it at work!!

[@yolandamarrero-lopez9688]

If you put in the melted butter first, you can use the same measuring cup for the honey; it will slide right off!

[@allybillingsley]

I feel like I'm commenting on your videos more than ever lately but I love that you talked about this because I have often wondered how you did life with young children and would love to hear more about it. I also found Marie's comments to be a change in perspective rather than giving up and was happy for her to have found that freedom and it was reassuring, as mom with toddlers who tries to provide a nice environment for them to grow up in but that is far from perfect, that even Marie Kondo thinks it's ok.

[@majamartin5633]

I would love to hear more from Jennifer about her experiences of having young children too!

[@AniaBumba]

I missed teatime with Jennifer. So glad it is back!

[@mirelaxo]

I found MK while I had my first daughter who was 2.5 yo at the time. I still took away from her book many wonderful concepts that I still implement now with a second child since then, with my babies now 8 and 5. Prior to kids, I could easily keep a tidy home while working full time. Now, I have dropped the expectation of perfection and get to everything as I can in time. I understand I will get more time back as the kids grow but for now their happiness far outweighs my need for a perfect house.

[@kellyl4301]

Love this video!!

[@DominiqueFrancon]

It is important to recognize and respect the season of life we are in. Jennifer, I love your channel! I always feel so good after watching your videos. I really like your videos about elevated thinking and behaving. Those inspire me. Inspirational tips on being classy and elegant. I also enjoy your homemaking videos. All are very inspiring.

[@hippityhop99]

Thank you for the thoughtful and nuanced analysis on Marie Kondo. My child is 2 now and I've worked very hard to make the home simple and manageable so we can enjoy being in it together. I've found the combination of ongoing decluttering, minimising things coming in to the house and have kitchen and laundry routines all helped me.

[@deannab9511]

Jennifer I am glad you are bringing back teatime, it's one of my favorites! What do you think of the topic, the end of the traditional woman? I've hearing about this lately, maybe we can discuss it next time. Thanks for your consideration.

[@heatheravery1421]

Thank you Jennifer, I just used the link and got the free month! I love watching your videos, esp the cooking and homemaking videos. But all of them are wonderful. You blend elegance with real life in such a lovely way. Thanks!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you, Heather!