How I Survive Living Alone || Mayim Bialik

[@joannabajda1493]

My husband came in to the room while I was watching this one and asks: is there any particular reason you watching this? Do you plan to use any od this knowledge soon?,😂😂😂

[@marandam6019]

🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@sameeafatima3112]

Yeh it’s funny because I remembered I was married for one month I was watching divorce court show. My husband’s reaction was almost same😃

[@melindaortiz9741]

Lol

[@kerryk6472]

😂

[@SincerelyKristen]

Our situation is so similar Mayim! Just me and my boys 7 years after divorce. I've loved you since Blossom, yes I'm aging myself lol who cares! Love you, Shalom! 😘

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*How 'Similar?'* *Did you ruin a show you were making a million+ per episode for by getting such a fat ass and gut that you looked like 'Sheldon's mother' instead of his wife?* Which show were you on?

[@NSiFe]

@@gerrynightingale9045 I hope you get better...

[@cori020065]

“If I can do it,anyone can” says the Neuroscientist!!😂🤣

[@jackielinde7568]

You don't have to be a neuroscientist to do basic home repair... but it helps.

[@jihan7205]

Actually I'm pretty sure building website is harder than building a rocket. Hahaha

[@sorvynia]

Seriously!

[@cori020065]

Jack Linde i can do home repairs,it’s the “building your own website”. I had to have my daughter show me how to use my I phone. I am lost with all the new tech. Stuff.

[@elliemathews6884]

Exactly

[@h.y.w.6932]

I wholeheartedly agree with each one of these recommendations. I would also add a JarKey for opening lids on jars.

[@gilashroot8697]

Agreed. This even for those who are still married 😅.

[@NKerr86]

No one thinks about the little things. Everyone assumes the worst thing about being divorced is the lack of a spouse 😑 Home maintenance was my biggest achievement after my divorce.

[@beccawildel8845]

I learned home maintenance when I was married (divorced over 20 years now). My then husband had a bad habit of starting to fix things but never finish them. I learned quick that if I wanted anything finished being fixed I had to do it. Lol....I even used to strap my daughter on my back in a backpack kids hiking frame thing to cut the grass. It was the only way the grass would get cut aside from buying a goat which the city would not allow 😁

[@LaggardInLove]

Mine is art! Just got out of a 5 year relationship, the only long term l have had at 38.

[@dsnynrd]

I'm learning 'how to guy' as my oldest puts it. Can't wait to feel more confident with being able to handle things like that.

[@carrie-louisewright9020]

I’ve been divorced for 8 months and thank god my mum is the best dad I’ll ever need 😂 💪🏻💪🏻

[@Allworldsk1]

You are a sad person 😅😅😅

[@virginiat7092]

I totally agree. As a single mom, I have fixed many broken things in the house. Also every time we buy new furniture from Ikea, the boys and myself act as if we are solving a puzzle. Working around the house, doing things that normally the husband would do, is also a very good example for the boys. The only difficulty i have, is when strength is needed to lift heavy furniture etc.

[@christianejoie3670]

Thank you for being our lovely Amy farrah fowler At the same time My beautiful and loving Mayim bialik who gives me inspiration in everything❤❤❤

[@laureldell7377]

I'm all about that ! I seem to lose myself in a relationship and i settle for things that shouldn't. The cost is too high for me. I have found that there is a freedom in living alone, you can be yourself without criticism. It's scary at first but we'll worth it. I'm not anti-relationship I just attract the wrong people. I'm sure that it's my fault but I just can't deal with b.s. anymore

[@virginiamoss7045]

That's right. Have it your way and the wrong people can't own you. I want to say: You go girl!

[@lswilliams5283]

@Laurel Dell Same.

[@91clarie]

I love how honest, genuine and down-to-earth you are. You're keeping it REAL and I'm all here for it! ❤

[@mollybells1202]

This woman is so wildly eloquent and pleasant. I’d love to be friends with her as she seems to be the kindest and smartest person on the planet. Big love for you, Mayim! Thanks for sharing yourself with us here!!!!

[@l.a.l.8808]

Thank you for this video. I am recently alone after a 28 year marriage. My two boys are grown and have their own lives to live and I am adjusting. I have a nice plunger and a sturdy step stool but will definitely get a drain unclogged thingy. lol I also recommend single women to learn how to use a screw driver, pliers, change a tire, check the fluid levels in your vehicle, among other things. My grandpa taught me how to do most of these things from the time I was a young girl. He wouldn't let me get my license until I could change a tire and the oil in my car. I've actually had to change a tire on my own at 1 a.m. in the morning until a State Highway Patrol officer came along and finished it for me. Also learn self defense. Great video.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

FWLIW: Divorced in 2014 after a 30+ year marriage. {Sort of...} Been That, Done There. [In case that helps even a wee bit.]

[@kathywithak7529]

Divorced after 20 years, kids grown and living on their own. I am loving it. I refuse to call my son or any other man for repairs needed. If a man can do it, surely to fuck I can too!

[@nicolelang2927]

Love your Grandpa! My Dad did the same thing with me before I could get my license. Me AND my best friend!!! Such an embarrassing annoyance at the time. Such a show of love now xx

[@heididelatierra-yoga]

Love it Mayim!! I am not divorced, but I am the still-single woman in her mid-30's that never imagined she'd have to still be this independent... Great list of things to live alone!! Cheers and thanks for your awesome videos!!!

[@aprilhutchens2105]

"I have an electric toothbrush. I call him Gerard."

[@marandam6019]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤠🤠🤠🤠

[@juliecastillo914]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@alfredomercedes4883]

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[@alfredomercedes4883]

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[@jojersey5018]

I love this video! I got divorced for the 1st time when I was 19. I started then making a list of the "obvious" things to be sure you have and do for a divorce. I have added to it quite a lot in the last 30 years, and 2 more divorces. I share it to anyone who is going from a cohabitation set up to living on their own. I still update it as things come up or change. I have friends tell me I should sell it or do a consulting for soon to be "single/divorced" people because they have found it invaluable in their process. Learning new things and finding out you can do so much more than what you thought you were capable of when faced with going it alone for me was a huge ego boost and help to my self esteem. Friends have told me that they found this helped also. Love Love Love this video! Just a suggestion maybe a video that goes through the jobs that you never did before your divorce, i.e. taking out the trash or whatever, and how you incorporated them into your new "normal" after the split.

[@jackbrown3761]

I've been living alone off grid in the Rockies for 4 years now; after, leaving my wife of 30 years. I believe I'll live the rest of my life alone. Its better than walking on eggshells all the time.

[@timmykk1]

It's so great hearing how you like doing stuff yourself, whether it's because you're cheap or because you get satisfaction or, ... Having DIY skills is invaluable in life. I was fortunate that when I was a kid, my dad let me "help" when he was fixing or building things. Now I am teaching my daughter these life skills so that she someday may be able to proudly post her victories on KZbin, in addition to keeping her household functioning well.

[@Kamarca]

The only time I don't love living alone is when I'm sick. Canned soup tastes so much better when someone else serves it.

[@t.1674]

Ha!

[@bluejay5637]

Kamarca I say this every time I’m sick. It’s so true.

[@harveyabel1354]

I've delivered Chalet chicken soup to a sick person living alone (it's a Canadian thing).

[@PixieII]

So true!

[@georganna.2371]

Absolutely! And the sink seems like a marathon walk when all you want is a glass of water!

[@rebeccalucas6063]

It's sound advice for widows too, living alone is scary when you are used to someone knowing just what to do. I love my step stool, and you are right, don't be cheap, go ahead and spend $60 for the good ones, they will outlast the cheap ones.

[@ThisOldMan-ya472]

It isn't so much about outlasting cheap step stools, but a sturdy platform is safer. I have leaned out while on a cheap step ladder, only to have it move. It wasn't a good feeling.

[@stephaniewolf2134]

I have one of those sink unclogger things. Total life saver! Plus, I’ve never been married and love living alone and have had those things for years. Thanks for another fun video 😊

[@eloahsings]

I joined the "handyman club of America" and the tools they send you are so fun! The instructions are easy too. I love living alone, for the first time in my life as well. After 32 married years out of my life, I finally have my own room. Clean, beautiful and decorated the way I wanted! It's a wonderful thing. Thanks Mayim. You are wonderful!

[@PilotVBall]

I’m doing a chocolate cleanse....because I’m single and I love it!

[@pay4fish]

You funny, enjoy !

[@pay4fish]

You funny, enjoy ,

[@JW-vd4il]

@PilotVBall "chocolate cleanse"... I love it! Gonna use that. 😁 Here's one for you -- I'm middle-aged and sometimes people say "How do you look so good?" Meanwhile fyi I'm average: a little chubby, a little wrinkly etc. I do walk a lot and generally eat well but I still love my snacks & beer too. So my reply is: Gluten. 😀

[@riannedeinum3458]

After being divorced for almost 20 years, I love living alone. Your video brought back some memories from a long time ago. When I wasn't to keen in being alone. And I do remember being glad there was a plunger in dah house.

[@thatgirlamber602]

For anyone wondering what the sink unclogger thing is called it's a Zip-it.

[@Stormcaller3801]

If you do a search on Amazon for drain augers (I believe it's an entire category) there's a ton of multi-packs of the things in various brand names.

[@thatgirlamber602]

Good point! I actually just make my own from zip ties. Not that they're expensive really it's just something I've gotten into the habit of.

[@xzonia1]

Thanks! :)

[@JW-vd4il]

Thanks, I WAS wondering! fyi: you can also use a plunger to unclog sink and tub drains. It's just kind of messy when you get that gunk up, so I want to give the zip it a try, especially for the bathroom sink... yukko! Also, if you need a plumber in for anything, have him or her also snake your bathtub drain. As long as they're there, it will cost very little more and it's such good general maintenance.

[@shelley6477]

I was raised by a single dad who actively taught me the basics about taking care of myself, living alone. Later on, I was stunned at how my college roomie literally didn’t know how to boil an egg or do her own laundry and then later, how my ex-hubby didn’t know anything about how health insurance worked, how to write a check, how to follow “cooking” instructions on a freaking Lean Cuisine, etc. Their parents really did them a disservice. C’mon, parents - teach your kids a little self-reliance and common sense! It’s not a laughing matter sending ppl out into the world who cannot take care of themselves. Don’t set them up for failure like that.

[@flauschigeswoelkchen]

Never had a plunger when I was living alone. Never needed it. I‘m not living alone anymore. We are three now. 2 people and the plunger.

[@kezkezooie8595]

It must be a thing with the design of US loos that they clog. I'm in Australia and the only time I've known people to have problems with toilets backing up because multiple people use one is when people flush things down that they're not supposed to, there are tree roots growing into the pipes or they're old and silted, when there's been a flood (silting again) or if you have problems with a septic system. I have noticed that the outlet on US loos seem much narrower than those over here and the water level is much higher so that may explain it.

[@kezkezooie8595]

I became curious and found out why US loos clog so easily compared to loos in Australia, which rarely, if ever, clog. Here's a video of a comparison between standard Australian loos and US loos. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKqsgoyPpMyEbqM

[@luvbuz01]

Very good advice cause it’s sooo true!! I’ve lived alone for 9 years and you learn to do what you can to fix things. It’s a great accomplishment! 👍👍

[@pernillahumble]

A power tool for drilling and putting up shelves and drapes etc with a good drill and screw bit collection as well as a good toolbox is not a bad idea either.

[@mzjoz83]

I agree with this! My dad got me my own tool kit when I moved into my first place. that was 13 years ago. I still have it and have added to it. He also bought me a drill a couple year later. I still need to get some drill bits though.

[@petrmaly9087]

A good set of tools is essential for any household, no matter who lives there. Even more tools if you have a car (so you don't have to call someone because your battery died).

[@amsbmp]

I agree you need a good set of tools, and I even have a set in my car as well as a battery charger, You need to be self reliant.

[@mirfir]

Pernilla Helder yes!

[@justshookie4484]

I was always with somebody until the past two years. I've learned really quick that a drill and tape measure are my best friends as a single mom. I've used those two things more than anything else. 😂

[@hhacque]

Yeah! Mayim! I don't live alone, however, before I was married I had all of those things on your list...and now that I am married...I concur 100% that everyone still needs all of those things for all of the reasons you listed. Thanks for sharing! Bests, Heather from Paris

[@jumaelzafar1412]

You also need bravery, competence and resilience, I think. Thanks Dr. Bialik.

[@davidlane256]

Congrats on the plunging. My advice on plunging is that the pull is more important than the push. If something won’t go down, bring it slightly up, so that it shifts and can break apart. Don’t pull so far as to break the seal between the plunger and the bowl. Shower drains are another story.

[@carolcremer6235]

Me and my daughter have been living alone for a couple of years after my divorce, thank you for making life not seem so bad and strangely comical, you are hilarious Mayim :)

[@NyssaWoznicki]

Mayim, I love you and I love your videos! So I would add something to your list. I, too, am a single mom of two boys in an old house - so I know exactly how you feel (especially, the bit about the sturdy step ladder)! The first things I bought when the boys' dad and I separated were tools. I really wanted to make sure that I could do as much as possible without asking for help. The most useful thing I bought was a ratchet and screw driver set. Honestly, I use those more often than I ever thought! I used to be the kinda girl who thought a couple screw drivers and hammer was enough... oh, I had so much to learn... and still do. We just moved into an older house with a lawn and I'm even looking into buying a lawn mower for the first time. I feel incredibly lame for discovering how to do these things so much later in life, but it is so empowering to not have to rely on someone for this stuff. 😁 thank you for sharing your thoughts and I will surely have to get one of those sink-unclogging thingies. ❤

[@elizabethharttley4073]

Regular use of baking soda with vinegar down the drains keep them open.

[@wsue1038]

Tub was slow. I violated and baking soda that baby. Now it is great!

[@elizabethharttley4073]

@@wsue1038 Hahaha Wonderful But violated?

[@xzonia1]

@@elizabethharttley4073 I'm guessing she meant vinegar-ed and got auto-corrected. Lol

[@elizabethharttley4073]

@@xzonia1 Yes i figured as much. And still i was amused (autocorrect tried abused, hahah)

[@wsue1038]

Lol! Aye yi yi. 🤪

[@debracostley9731]

A Woman that is so down to earth! Thank you from the depths of my heart. I could of used this video after my divorce. But Holly M hit it on the head, Dad taught me how before I was 18.

[@miat8264]

My best "take away" from my divorce was the tool box. He never asked for it back, so I assume he had plenty of everything stashed elsewhere. Besides impressing the heck out of potential boyfriends, the hammer, screwdriver, Philips head and pliers are essential devices.

[@dsnynrd]

I just typed about this! My girls and I came to that same realization in the middle of Ikea. We own at least the basics now.

[@miat8264]

Sarah Hamner, I saw your name as "hammer" and immediately fell in love. ;)

[@kezkezooie8595]

I was going to suggest a good basic tool kit as well. Some fixings, a bottle of wood (PVA) glue, contact glue and an expoxy (2 part) glue are always handy too.

[@garydietiker7846]

A funny and yet needed video for anyone who lives alone or with someone all the items you discussed are needed at some time or another in the average home

[@leimalonzo2470]

College is near and I am about to live alone. Your videos are really timely and helpful. Thanks for sharing nice content. 😍

[@anamedranda-mills9752]

Love your videos. People seem to forget that actors are real people with real issues. I'm so glad that you keep it real.

[@skijumpnose]

Setting out traps for incompetent burglars is how i survive being home alone

[@theresamichele7328]

skijumpnose that mac n cheese dinner is going to have to wait. 😆

[@EMunaBee]

What kind of traps?

[@FEARLESSME-JoPaddy-]

Diddo

[@GiaBlinks]

@@EMunaBee My go-to trap is a sheet of cellophane smeared with honey, hung in front of a doorway. When the bandit walks into the hanging cellophane, it triggers a fan set in front of a pile of feathers, that is then blown into his face as he slides the honey coated cellophane off of it. It's my favorite because once he has escaped all of that, he can still be easily spotted tip toeing away.

[@EMunaBee]

@@GiaBlinks ☺️

[@cyndy3965]

I purchased the plastic sink unclogger thingy a few years ago and 100% it works, especially in the bathtub drain! 👍🏼👍🏼🙋🏻‍♀️

[@Dustyrosepetal]

You should also have a basic tool kit too, something with a hammer, screwdriver (with multi heads) pliers ect. doesn't have to have a ton of things, just some basics. You might not even need to use it often, but when you need it its great. As a very short girl (5ft 1) I love my step ladder. Wont have a home without one.

[@lawrencevillalobos7962]

Ha! My wife had FIVE, yes five hammers. What did I catch her using to sink a nail? The rolling pin. SMH

[@traderpapertiga]

I’m a fan of your positive spirit and useful advice, since I discovered your channel after season 12! Sorry to learn you about your divorce, wish you every happiness and keep sharing your homespun wisdom 🙃

[@dgrentz7635]

The sink unclovver thing we always called a snake. It is so useful for unclogging the sink, even for tubs and shower drains too.

[@kritikatiwari1144]

Mayim! I adored you from the show.. But now I respect you so much more for being on your own, supporting your sons and doing the small things all by yourself. You are one hell of an inspiration for choosing the tougher way (manually unclogging instead of chemicals), i would like to think it's for the environment :) these are just some very small steps to living independently, divorced or not. Loved the way how you made it the topic of your video.

[@pickles432noname6]

I’ve been married for nineteen years. I do all those things (and much more) myself. Why? Because my husband is at work. If anything needs worked on in the house, that’s my job. I’m not expecting him to do it after he gets home from a 10-12 hour work day. This isn’t a single lady “problem”. It’s life.

[@darak4187]

I’m not divorced but I’m home alone with the kids almost all the time due to my husbands work schedule. I agree on these tools! Thanks for your videos they are always informative and entertaining.

[@georganna.2371]

As a divorced woman for 20 yrs. I have all three! Yeah! If you are as thrifty as I am here's a tip to make a sink unclogger...they usually sell for about $10.00. Buy a package of extra large zip ties, cut angles up the sides of it, kind of like a leaf or feathers. You can make a bunch of sink uncloggers for much less than an actual one and you can toss it out with all the gunk attached.

[@MayimBialik]

OMG GENIUS

[@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469]

I did that.. because my budget was extremely tight at the time. Great tip!

[@virginiamoss7045]

Love, love, love this idea! Thanks a million. I would not like trying to clean a reusable one at all.

[@Andrea-ed8pg]

I bought a sink unclogger at the dollar store...

[@melindanash9990]

@@Andrea-ed8pg you can also buy a whole package of large zip ties at the dollar store.

[@bla2220]

Here's a little tidbit... There are classes held at Lowe's and at home Depot for people to learn how to use tools, Make small home repairs as well as a project. Usually they will low-cost or even free

[@SonshineLady7]

Great tip - thank you!

[@iambrige9866]

Now I'm depressed. I'm married and I'm the one that does the plunging, the unclogging, and use the step stool. Oh and I'm the designated spider killer. 😕

[@Athena-xp4lt]

As long as you don't do everything else, you're fine. It's been a while since roles were that rigid. It's best if you both know how to do everything that needs to be done, though.

[@mirfir]

Brigette Elliott AWESOME

[@blueprintforprogress6471]

I do almost all plumbing, painting and bug killing. But a good result is my sons learned to do plumbing by helping me.

[@robinmyman]

I’ve been huge on DIY...and my daughter is far better than my son at DIY...even better than her husband. Just look it up on KZbin and have a go. RTFM! 👍

[@r.n.holmes5625]

Boiling water and vinger also works great ,especially if you dont want to use chemicals pr spend a lot of money

[@rdvaughan70]

as a tall guy[6ft4in] i can tell u the only 2 good reasons to be tall are that im the first to know if its raining and the last to know if someone farted. other than that its just ducking ceiling fans

[@Athena-xp4lt]

Not the only good things. When was the last time you had to ask someone to reach something for you at the grocery store? (5'2")

[@rdvaughan70]

@@Athena-xp4lt and we tall guys need yall tiny girls to get the stuff off the bottom shelf ,,,every year they put the floor farther and farther away for us old tall guys

[@Athena-xp4lt]

@@rdvaughan70 Lol. No one has ever had to ask me to do that. I have been asked to read a label more than once, but not by someone who was tall. I have my uses, but I would've liked to be a good 6 or 7 inches taller.

[@rdvaughan70]

@@Athena-xp4lt i need a short person lol...part of being tall is bad back problems so ducking down is a pain...u know ur getting old when before you bend down to pick up money off the ground it better be a 5$ bill or bigger to make me bend down to get it

[@claudiapereiracosta4740]

I am 27 years old, I live with my parents and my sister. Well, this video made me think about all those years. That if I go to live alone, I'll be able to turn around, even taking 1m53cm (I'm small). Since I was a child I always stayed close to my father or someone else who was repairing, riding, building something .. and doing it together. I was and am the weird girl that I love to have tools around .. the first two things you said are bad .. but it's cool to be able to do. I count the days and hours to arrive Thursday! Your channel is super cool. Thank you, Mayim!

[@84youngone]

I was given a sink unclogger thingy last year. Never knew they existed but it is THE BEST!

[@3monsters014]

It's called a snake and hers is terrible.

[@denadoobug]

I've been divorced for a long time now, and I just learned to clear my own sink thanks to you! Thank you so much!!!

[@proudmarinemomma827]

Totally agree with things you need. Honestly, being divorced and living alone, haven’t been so terrible. Love having the remote control and watching what I want to; cooking if you want to or not; cleaning up right after eating or leaving it to sit until the next day or two; being a bum and staying in your pj’s all day......so many little perks to doing YOU! Plus, nowadays, you can find how to fix almost anything on KZbin! I’ve learned how to do a lot of things and it feels great!

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

I'm with you. If I don't feel like cooking, I don't. It is really nice not to have someone ask, what are we having for dinner. Sometimes I would say, whatever you are going to cook. Best to you.

[@kikizainab3571]

How i love her confidence in talking about her conditions and being happy with it !!!

[@TheMinlou]

living alone wouldn't bother me one bit, it's awesome

[@virginiamoss7045]

I've done it for 45 years now and loved every day of it. Total freedom and control.

[@HH-gv8mx]

This is valuable and solid advice for any single woman living alone! Thank you mayim ❤

[@sj6728]

I have them all. Also boiling hot water down the sink help keep it clog free and clean

[@thenitenurse22]

Mayim I'm married but my spouse is usually at work when something like a clogged toliet or screeching smoke alarm is happening. I have those very three items at our house as well and I can take care of the problem without waiting for him to come home. These items are essential for any home or apartment. If you can get a plunger and sink declogger for every bathroom if you have more then one. Also get the tapered plunger because the flat plunger won't do the job as well.

[@lazyperfectionist1]

Personally, I like Jeff Foxxworthy's take. "Some people tell me, 'Jeff, I'm not married and I'm not single. I'm divorced.' Now to me, being _divorced_ is the same as being _single,_ except you _don't_ have as much _furniture."_

[@caroleehubbard8380]

Fauler Perfektionist Jeff Foxworthy's version of : "Sensuous". Sens-u-ous "up" can you grab me a beer? One of my all time favorites! LOL

[@gardenbun]

I've watched your vids for a few months now (am a BBT fan since the pilot) but never subscribed before today. As a single woman, I agreed 100% with your top 3 items!!! I have all three (my sink thing-y is yellow)!!!! I was so tickled that you chose those three items that I knew I had to subscribe! Girl Power! :)

[@andreaturnquist4855]

I am divorced as well. I love the content on your channel.

[@Janice-sb7qw]

I am divorced (x3 - let's just say their warranties ran out) and widowed x 1. (Had I stayed in the "divorced marriages" My total would be widowed x 4). After each one I added to my such necessities, cordless drill, leaf blower, the plunger and a metal snake, step ladder. Love that you are teaching your boys these survival skills too! Can't wait to see your new website!

[@lazyperfectionist1]

I would not _quite_ agree with the structure of your argument that a plunger is something you need _if you live alone._ I would argue, instead, that a plunger is necessary _if you have a toilet._ Maybe you happen to live alone. Maybe you happen to live with other people. Either way, you never know when a plunger will be necessary, and you will be very glad to have one in the event that your toilet gets clogged. I would also argue that using a plunger is not exactly a _difficult_ task. It can be kind of messy, but your sink is right there. Just wash your hands when you're done.

[@TomGirlGamer]

Single, home owner, 5'1; buying a $50 industrial step stool from home depot was probably my greatest new home owner purchase. (even tho cheap me thought I was crazy at the time) I am also "frugal" and will not hire someone to just do things for me. Yay for living alone- truly, no kids to mess up my house after I clean it, so I suppose I am at an advantage there.

[@TomGirlGamer]

Should have added that nowadays you can diy almost anything, I have fixed my car and various things around the house solely off of youtube tutorials. Saved a ton of $$.

[@flormorena3778]

Thanks for this great video! I’m heading to buy 2 of those 3 items. Thankfully, I have at least one of the 3... you can guess which one it is . Lol 😂 I genuinely appreciate this type of informational video. Maybe, you can make more of these for us? Please...😊

[@CoachBreanne]

Yes! All of these things PLUS KZbin videos! Not divorced, but was an Army wife who was alone a lot with three small kiddos! Maintenance on the homes/yards and all the 'fix it' things were challenging. I remember one of the tires on my daughter's bike was flat, looked up a tutorial and an hour later, I fixed the tire! I totally felt like a champion!🤣

[@bluejay5637]

This is so accurate! Lol. I would also add some type of bug killer... bug killer that can kill from a distance 😂

[@MayimBialik]

Cats are good at that.

[@bluejay5637]

Mayim Bialik yes! I have one of those too lol

[@reneerenee1783]

My cats don’t help me with that. And I don’t want to kill living things so it puts me in a bind 😕

[@reneerenee1783]

Cause I’m vegan I don’t wanna kill the bugs. My cats just stare at them lol

[@thisisbs808]

Mayim, I finally got around to cleaning out my shower drain this weekend. It was draining slowly, you know, long hair problems. And up came a formerly pink toothbrush and a green bendy straw. Neither are mine, and I cannot for the life of me figure out how they got there! There are neither kids nor pets living in my apartment, just me. Baffling and also a bit funny. And thanks again for getting real and practical about living alone.

[@cherryb5008]

The sink unclogger thingy is amazing! Works great in the shower too. You got this. Rock on!

[@petrmaly9087]

We have 2 long haired people using one bathroom and there is a way to avoid any need for cleaning hair from the pipes. Just use shower/sink hair catcher (filter for the drain).

[@cristineestrada6080]

Wow! So weird this video would come up today. I am giving up on a bathroom sink that currently is clogged and Drano did nothing. I am alone after having a dad to take care of everything, then a husband of 25 years. I am a widow and live in a 1960 track home. Most definitely need a plunger and the sink thingy. I can pass on the step stool as I'm 6' tall.😁 Thanks for the great advice! Loved you since the Blossom days❤

[@tonyatee3832]

You are so amazing! You did forget one thingy...the gripper to open those pesky jars 🤗

[@petrmaly9087]

No need. Use a rubber band instead. Put it around the lid, grab and watch the miracle.

[@belennavarrete6892]

I use the handle of a butter knife and hit the lid all around and I can open it

[@valerieewing4023]

@@petrmaly9087 ok. I just did that with a sauerkraut lid I was trying to open for the last week and it worked! Your advice is a God send!!!

[@petrmaly9087]

Thanks. I'm fighting big gripper making corporations one rubber band at a time. This easy life hack is brought to you by photographers who tried to figure out how to unscrew stuck filter from a camera lens.

[@petrmaly9087]

Other possibilities : - Pour hot water on the lid for few seconds. The metal expands more than the glass. Works for most of the cases. - Put a butter knife under the rim and with a slight twisting motion, make it loose. Do not use force, do it gently. Do it al over the rim. It will release the grip from where it is stuck. - if the lid is soft, just cut into it with a proper tool, do an x cut and pour it out.

[@thisisbs808]

oh totally! All of those things! I use a step stool on an almost daily basis. Even if just for reaching things in the kitchen cupboards. Also, I recently got one of those zipper pull things so I can zip and upzip my dresses by myself. Life changing.

[@mamajo005]

Love this video, and love your channel in general. Love your personality too. I live with my two kids. It's hard doing it on own, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm ok with being single. :)

[@holliehilton]

Yay! Thanks for this! I I'd love for you to do a vid on early menopause...my doc just told me today that I'm in it. Already scrambling for the collagen-saving creams and ways to not get dementia...

[@BeppyCat]

It seems so sad to me that women aren't just naturally assured of their own ability to care for their own surroundings. Can you drive? Then you can hang a picture! It takes less ability. I promise.

[@pixality7902]

For me its more that someone else has already done it for me. When im around someone that can do it they just do because their quick. Then when that person isnt there anymore its hard to know where to start and it can seem overwhelming especially when something is busted and youre trying to fix it but have no idea if youll be successful or break it.

[@itsmeGeorgina]

We give away power in massive amounts,,, till we are completely dry and small and the sorrow of being single has become the major THING in our life We live alone..... so?

[@BeppyCat]

I'm actually happily married. I can still build a garden bed, hang a shelf, use the lawn mower and the stud finder. These are skills every single human being needs. The ability to care for your surroundings is crucial and beings swiftly lost.

[@mentak2593]

My parents were awesome. They basically told me it was my responsibility to learn how to drive a manual and automatic transmission, use tools, change a tire, plunge a toilet, manage vehicle maintenance, assemble furniture, do laundry and cook for myself. Self reliance is a gift we give to our children.

[@zoesmybaby]

not this woman. this video is sad to me. why are these revelations?

[@nancyannenesteriak-gentili3540]

Great advice! I would add having a few buckets/containers of various sizes, work gloves, lots of absorbent towels just for cleaning.

[@tudormiller8898]

Hi Mayim..Love the video. I'll check out the Wix website. I love your Jumper. Is that an Avengers illustration ? I'm an introvert so I'm used to living alone. ♥️

[@dsnynrd]

This was a good video! I already have a good plunger (I'm the one who did the plunging, can't wait to hear what happens the first time he clogs up the toliet in his apartment and I'm not there to do it for him!) And my oldest (she's 20) and I bought a sink uncloger thingy a couple of weeks ago to take care of our tub (3 girls with long hair makes for a yucky pull!) and I've had a good step stool for years (now I have to learn how to use it, I'm scared of heights!). The one thing I would add to the list is the one thing my girls and I realized we needed while walking through Ikea...a small aray of standard tools. I forgot that when my husband left, he took all his tools with him! I know he'd let me use them in a heartbeat, but he lives the next town over. So we bought the standard kits from Ikea (hammer, screwdriver with interchangeable heads, etc.) So we're at least able to do some basic repairs that may pop up (hang a photo, etc.) Something to think about?

[@ChinmayRatnaparkhi94]

lol you are awesome! But I must say, it is a good idea to have all of these things even if you are not living alone!

[@virginiamoss7045]

Indeed, those things and many more. A complete tool box is nice.

[@elizabethjanetugby4695]

Yes to all three. I lived alone before I got married and while I am happily married now, the step stool is amazing! At only 5 foot 0, I need it for when my husband is working and the cupboard shelf is too high, etc. I have a tool kit, drill borrowed from my dad, WD40 and anything else I can think of. If I can do something while my husband is working without needing extra help, I will.

[@jackielinde7568]

Mayim, as someone who has pretty much spent their entire adult life single, Here are things I recommend that EVERYONE (Note: Not just men or women, but EVERYONE) should know as an adult: 1. Basic home repair and maintenance. Plumbing, electrical, roofing, drywall, etc. There are many things the average homeowner (of either gender and of any height) can do on their own.\ 2. Personal Finance. Everyone should have a basic understanding of credit cards, loans, checking and savings accounts. 3. Self Care. Not enough people know this. Also, take a basic first aid course. 4. Basic Home Skills. Again, everyone should have some rudimentary knowledge of how to cook, clean, darn, etc. 5. Basic auto repair and maintenance. This one isn't as important if you don't have a car or ever plan on owning one. But if you do drive, THIS IS MANDATORY. Know how to check fluids, charge a battery, how to safely jumpstart a vehicle, how to safely change a tire, how to change lights, how to change a battery, etc. Also, every adult should have a basic tool kit for home, a fire extinguisher, a step ladder (not just a stool), a larger ladder, a toolkit for the car, etc. Also, there are simple "How To" books that can help with a majority of these tasks.

[@sima8787]

Or be a memmber of an extended vibrant community who pool responsibilities and each person helps the other and there is trust and mutual respect.

[@AndySaenz]

Mayim, I enjoy watching you as the new host of Jeopardy! You fit right into that new role so well, you’re doing a great job!

[@kerisota]

As a single woman who lives alone (and already owns a solid step stool! #5ft3)... I need to find that Sink Unclogger Thingy in the UK asap, omg. People never think about the simple things.

[@karenbaker1979]

Kerison Leigh I live in the UK, and have just looked online to see where I can get them from. They are called Drain Snakes, and Amazon do a lack of 10 for £6.99. If not, both Homebase and The Range seem to sell them.

[@karenbaker1979]

*pack

[@kerisota]

@Karen Thank you! You're a gem ❤️ I'm absolutely going to pick up a pack from Amazon, my hair's currently shedding like crazy from stress and I need them in my life!

[@karenbaker1979]

Kerison Leigh That’s exactly why I need them! My hair falls out like crazy. Am about to place an Amazon order myself 😃

[@julia2jules]

Wilko do a stainless steel drain spring so you can disinfect it after using less than £10 too

[@CammyVyper]

Well Mayim, I agree totally with your list. I had a horrible event when I moved in with my daughter and she'd gone to work and even by the time I found the plunger well it was a fiasco. I never knew a toilet could somehow turn itself into a fountain. Lesson Learned and I make sure to know where the plunger is at all times after that wonderful trip? occured.

[@RGD1982]

I've had a huge crush on you since the blossom days 😍 I live 30min south of Kalamazoo mi

[@sks8130]

wtf

[@carolinesantos1165]

Love your videos !! I have been a widow for 4 years and yes I have those handy tools in my house especially cause I'm 5"1 . I also have purchased book on how to fix things in my house simply cause I don't like stranger's in my house & very protective of my cats AKA my fur babies. Many blessings to you and your family 💗

[@terribinkley4260]

Mayim all do respect your not really alone you have your children.

[@eldergeek6077]

Plus, you have a cat to hug when you feel stressed.

[@stephanies3246]

I recommend having 2 plungers; one for toilets and one for sinks. I keep the large black accordion plunger in the bathroom. And the small, red flat plunge under the kitchen sink.

[@dwlr00]

Technical term for #2 is a drain snake. If you have teenagers but a multi pack you will need them

[@kymnstanley3165]

I am the shortest in my family (husband and sons) my youngest boy is 6'4" and LOVES to tease me about being short. When he move away from home he bought me a step stool...a very strong and dependable stool (Mayim is absolutely correct on this). Now I don't have to bother my 6' hubby to get something from the top of the cabinet). Thanks May in for your videos they are entertaining and a life saver!

[@chelseav8311]

“It will be covered with what looks like bile from the demon that lives at the core of the earth” 😂

[@lewislambert8255]

Oh my god I just found your KZbin channel!!! I watch your show all the time and it always makes me happy no matter how upset I am. This mind sound silly but I really don't where I would be without your show. Is this just me?

[@joeytribbianicore]

I'm 25 years old, single, and live alone. I dunno how I'll stand living with someone ever again 😢

[@rickhammar1636]

@ Alysha you sound like the perfect woman

[@Athena-xp4lt]

I will say that it's a harder change the longer you've lived that way.

[@joeytribbianicore]

@@rickhammar1636 I'm genuinely curious as to why you say that 😂😂

[@joeytribbianicore]

@@Athena-xp4lt I bet! I'd have to have a big place to be able to handle it I think.

[@rickhammar1636]

@@joeytribbianicore It is way to long of a conversation for a post like this but I will try to sum it up. First know that I am 50, divorced from a 27 year marriage, have two kids 8 & 14 so my perspective us vastly different than yours. Also know that because of the BS I have been through, though I was once a traditional two parent family guy I know longer care for that way of thinking, for lack of a better way to phrase it. I have long heard stories of divorce rape in family courts, my mom was divorced twice & I never met my real dad. Then at 26 years in my wife did it to me. There is no way I could ever marry again but I don't hate women. I have forgiven my ex & told her so but when trust is destroyed to duch an extent it is difficult to ever regain. I could tell you stories for days about this type of stuff. What I have noticed at 50 versus 21 when I got married is that there seems to be a huge divide between tbe sexes. I lean mgtow because I most just want to be left alone in peace not because I am a woman hater. I don't bash women. The problem is men & women were designed to complement each other not compete with each other. Feminists don't make very good wives. I that will piss of the majority of women reading this but it is how most if not all men feel. ( allow to interject here that I am speaking in generalities from my experiences there are always exceptions to the rule). I don't mean that I want a woman in subjection as some men want. I in fact like a woman who is intelligent as well as intellectual & even independent. I don't feel any desire to be a baby sitter. I want a woman for a companion. The problem is feminism tells women they don't need men & beta men can't handle an independent woman & thus a divide between the sexes grows deeper & deeper. I don't need a woman to support me, I am not looking to start another family at 50, I am a grown man I don't need a woman to tell me how to live my life& I certainly don't need a woman to drag me through divorce court again & I certainly have no desire to inflict any of that on a woman. Relationships go south in my opinion because of sex & communication. Women marry because they want to be taken care of financially & men marry because they want to be taken care of sexually. When couples compete rather than complement all the sex & communication comes to a halt. Most of the happiest couples I know are not married & some don't even cohabitate. It does break my traditional heart to know that my children may never know the happiness that a healthy martiage can bring but the truth is with the growing division in the sexes the odds are against them. Men may mot need women & women may not need men but a society in a downward spiral needs division between the sexes. Two people ( this is an example ) who still want companionship but find it hard to live together because of all of lifes bullshit.......well that would make a woman like you the perfect woman.

[@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469]

I pour a whole box of regular baking soda in the sink drain and then a bottle of vinegar... it bubbles and cleans the drain. It's rather helpful for most drains. And my sink tool is bigger/longer than that one. I totally agree about strong step stools and plungers too. It's also wise to get a hammer, tape measure, standard and Phillips head screwdrivers. A good pair of scissors, a flashlight... bug spray that shoots 25ft ( for personal protection only)

[@waco1210able]

Or living with a man who has no idea how unclog a toilet 🚽😑 Thank you Mayim! You’re the best!

[@amyschneidhorst1384]

Thanks for telling us about the drain unclog tool. I was surprised to discover that drain screen things for hair don't prevent drains from getting gunked up with goo and hair. And thanks for the reminder the replace my step stool that didn't make it in the last move.

[@sadman814]

Been married for 7 years and sometimes I dream about living alone 😂

[@MyStylist.Naomi12]

Pretty sure that was on her list of things NOT to say to a divorced person.

[@abfabhax793]

I have been married 20 years. My husband once had to go on a 6 week business trip and it was amazing. I know how you feel. lol

[@sadman814]

@Chandler Bing he knows 😂

[@sadman814]

@@MyStylist.Naomi12 I'm sure that logic goes both ways

[@idid138]

Ani McCormick, that's normal! Marriage is a learning experience! We are being refined in the fire! If you can, hang in there! Year #7 was my toughest... going on #13 :) definitely getting better with time!

[@celebkiriedhel]

hmmm... I have lived alone most of my adult life except for a short stint when I had room-mates. The step-stool I definitely agree with, but I've managed maybe by luck or .... or luck... to so far never need a toilet plunger or sink unclogger. I would suggest getting those strainer things that fit over the sink hole. My essential tools are a screwdriver set, a flashlight and a pair of scissors for the kitchen. Invariably screwdrivers are needed to open tins, put doors back on cabinets when they're loose, etc. Flashlights for obvious reasons. And scissors in the kitchen for cutting things like plastic and paper, and other things that are difficult to tear. Opening jars also - the screwdriver (Break the air seal, jar opens easily).