MINIMALIST CLEANING HABITS » for a tidy home

[@PickUpLimes]

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[@sm_146]

Summary: 1. Clean while you cook. 2. Clearing of surfaces right before you sleep/go out. 3. Keep a space for each item. 4. Eliminate paper tiles. 5. Does it take less than 5 mins? Yes? Do it now. 6. Be patient.

[@Angela-Renae]

This is how my mom taught me to cook..clean as you cook.. it really does make cooking less stressful!!

[@laetitiavanbecelaere9654]

I really love the energy you radiate, such a beautiful inner space :)

[@PickUpLimes]

You're too kind, Laetitia. I appreciate the comment more than you know. xo ~S

[@Miznafareed4567]

Laetitia Van Becelaere

[@kathieb2354]

Yeah like she's so calm it's honestly inspiring

[@semp223]

"The longer we wait to do it, the bigger a task it seems in our minds."

[@laminage]

Exactly! I've seen folks who lollygag about doing their Chores, ie putting clothes away, keeping the bathroom clean, etc then they can't understand why the house is so dirty. When My Mother went away to take care of My Grandfather I took care of the House, but the one thing I remembered is that after doing the Laundry in Summer hauling it out then hauling it in then Ironing, My Father didn't put his Shirts away. He had them on the Doorknob. When I asked why, he said they were easy to get access to.

[@JamileKashif]

your voice is so calming... i feel more relax now

[@PickUpLimes]

Happy to hear that, Jamile :)

[@mssumerloving]

hi Sadia, can you do a video on your plants - what plants you have, why you picked them, flower pot choices, and care routine. I love your greenery. thank you.

[@PickUpLimes]

Am certainly considering this - it's on my list! Thanks for the request ❤

[@rebeccaelizabeth7578]

Would love to see this!

[@jsong1962]

Like the way you talk. So calm and not too dramatic, which somehow puts me away from some other videos. Almost convincing even more that cleaning IS easy and relaxing!

[@june6277]

I love the tip about if it doesn't take longer than 5 mins, just do it. Instead of lounging in bed for an extra 10 mins, I got up, folded and put away my laundry that was sitting at the foot of my bed for most of the week. I even made my bed! Tiny steps. Thanks!

[@TipsNDIYs]

your hause looks so clean and beautiful. plz make a hause tour video.

[@pinkiedahlia]

My down mood takes a back seat when I follow the rule of tidying up before bedtime. When I get up in the morning to start my day and a clean kitchen awaits me, I cannot help but smile. It sets things in motion towards having a more positive day. My motto is to 'set yourself up for success'. If a tidy kitchen sets a positive mood, then by all means, form simple short habits just as you've described to ensure a good start to a wonderful day. Happy Space = Happy Face!

[@nimu04]

You are so peaceful and so soothing I find myself feeling so cared for and less pressured while you're speaking. Thanks for the tip on coconut oil as a cleanser for the face by the way, I'm still being patient but the smoothness is such a relief. You're amazing, keep doing what you do.

[@sethulakshmits1187]

You're indirectly making a video to 'relax'. Such a soothing voice. A beautiful face. A tidy home. Your space and you are filled with positivity!!

[@donamitra2958]

You have such a pleasant personality! Its morning time and am feeling great after watching your video. You have a very soothing voice too. Thanks for the video. You have already encouraged me to clean up my space!

[@PickUpLimes]

Thanks for the pleasant message, Dona! Put a smile on my face - happy to hear it's helped :) xo ~S

[@nephilae8722]

Dona Mitra Same here! I got up before my baby and enjoyed a cappuccino while watching her videos. So yeah, Sadia is now part of my mommy self-care ritual!

[@rhaque]

Cleaning up as you cook is a great habit! It's a small thing but makes a huge difference. Before I started doing this, after cooking my kitchen was a disaster zone.

[@michellewright99]

Great tips. Your delivery, background music (that was just the right volume, not distracting) and visuals were relaxing and right on point. Thank you!

[@traceyt4580]

Your voice is very soothing. Getting rid of paper changed my life haha no more junk mail, every bill is online, anything I need to keep I take a picture of it and get rid of it.

[@PickUpLimes]

Taking a picture of it instead of keeping a paper copy is also a great tip! Thanks for sharing, Tracey :D

[@vcr6854]

Tracey T how were you able to stop junk mail? I asked the post and they gave me a vague answer that basically meant I couldn't 🙄🙄🙄

[@traceyt4580]

V CR maybe it's different in Canada? I printed out a little sign that said "addressed mail only" and I haven't had one piece of junk since!

[@LuisaH2022]

Tracey T wrong turn: I guess you don't know how sensitive and destroyable this new tech is. There are cases of people registered as dead and the poor man had to go through some deeds to prove he was still alive. My father was about to lose his entire 20 years of work experience in a second because the file could not be found. Luckily he still had his original papers... The future: if your credit card is not recognised you don't get to buy your food

[@carolduarte5157]

Your voice is so calming. I love the tips you give and watching your videos make me very calm. Thanks for spending time to share good things with us!

[@tiffany_serena115]

your voice is soo calming. the words you use are almost like poetry. thank you so much for sharing!!

[@deborahderosa4987]

I can’t believe these videos are from 7 years ago. You were so ahead of the curve. Now, 2024, everyone has such a channel. You are eloquent, sophisticated, and unfussy. Thank you.🎉

[@ShakilaBhanu]

Thank you Sadia. You are an inspiration. Stumbled upon your channel at the right time. You are breaking down things into simple steps in every area, so it is not daunting to start with. I would love to hear some tips how to keep motivating oneself every morning , Thank you. God bless you .

[@nadya7292]

I just watched your video and I instantly think that what you've said is exactly the same with my mom said ! I love how you deliver the purpose of the video in such a relaxing tone. Looking forward to watch your next video!

[@handmadecris427]

for me There is nothing more amazing that the smell of a clean house, love all the process from cleaning and then see all done...ahhh!!!so good! 🇵🇹😘

[@NidaLighthouse]

you have a beautiful soul, this shines right through! Thank yo so much. Many of these I apply in my daily life. I also found that keeping a plate next to cooker is very useful where I can place and reuse small spoon, large spoon and spatula. This way I am not using up new ones. With a timer I do similar thing but instead I time my tasks for next time. As some can take longer than others. So I know sweeping up my kitchen floor takes me 2 min that's easy! When it comes to bathroom its around 20 min so this one I plan a bit more because I have two little ones. For same reason I no longer have one day I tide up all house, I just have little tasks around the house every day. That is less stressful :) new subscriber and watching all your videos, your voice is so soothing. thank you!

[@thesararose]

I used to have severe obsessive compulsive disorder, and since I started to watch your videos and simplified my living space, I have become a lot less stressed and noticed my NEED to adjust my (dare I say) junk and get rid of unnecessary possessions, I realized I did not need them. I was using my "things" I owned to define me and never realized how terrible clutter was making me feel. I just wanted to not worry about it, because when I did, it triggered my OCD. But ironically with becoming more organized, I don't feel like there is a million things to adjust every second of the day. I just know everything is organized properly and love all my open space that was hiding under my clutter mess. Also, the dusting is much easier and less time consuming! I think it's important for us for remember material belongings do not define ourselves, we define ourselves. Thank you very much!

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank you so much for the thoughtful comment. I'm happy to hear decluttering has helped you in many ways. Wishing you continued health and wellness! With love from the Netherlands, ~S

[@ruhamadeneberu7849]

yessss my dear, u r absolutely right, there is no more comfy place than home sweet home, i get used to such cleaning habit sonce childhood and I'm enjoying it everyday, thanks to my mother!

[@1bunny17]

i think you are the most happiest person in the world . you look so peaceful and balanced,full of positive vibes!

[@fatimachow]

all ur videos are so compact, positive, helping and kind of comforting. so are you ... specially your voice. yes it is indeed so soothing. god bless u.

[@iris8009]

I relate to you so much! Clean home after a long day is so soothing, no need to stress about clutter, you can just go to shower and have a cup of tea. ❤️ You got a new subscriber!

[@PickUpLimes]

Love it! Thanks, Iris :)

[@santodkewl]

I have discovered the secret to a clean house: never let your children or husband to enter it.

[@ivyblu3211]

santoshi g 😂😂😂😂agreed

[@Kamath.venkat]

But the , can it be called a home?

[@LiveWithLess]

...or your cats!

[@nurfond]

😂😂😂

[@sharynyoung4961]

HaHa too funny, great solution lol 😂

[@jenntruong6023]

I agree with all this! I have always been neat, clean, and organized but these types of videos still fascinate me!

[@amy2284]

Loved your video :so many amazing tips and your visual examples just make it so easy to follow and learn. My cousin is a professional chef and he said he learned, “clean as you go is a sign of a pro.”

[@bakuexpat1653]

I am a grandma now but when my children were little, I started doing a load of laundry everyday. I had friends that would wait until there were 10 loads to sort, wash, dry and fold! I felt doing one load was easy Peasy and now that they have families of their own my the children have kept this routine going! Blessings from Azerbaijan

[@aliceemariee7011]

thats so much washing up for nothing, so much water. i do laundry once a week for 1 person, so im sure for 3-4 it can be done twice a week max .. after all - underwaer only every day ! Pants and sweaters you were days before having to wash them, normal ppl do.

[@muchachaviaja]

Hey! I watched it just randomly a few hours ago and woahh I stood up and started tyding up my room! I thrown out 2 big plastic bags of accumulated stuff that I would never use, I put the clothes I don't use to the suitcase (it's full!), next step will be probably donating it, but let's see if I will need that in the next 2 months. Anyway, thank you sooo much, you truly have a power to convince people to change their lives!

[@rachbryant]

So grateful to my mum for teaching me these habits since an early age.. I really don't even think about it but live with someone who is the opposite.. I can see how stressful it can be

[@LivingCaribbean]

Great video! I love listening to videos about cleaning and organizing while I clean and that's my secret hack for staying motivated... So I'm glad I stumbled across this one. :)

[@PickUpLimes]

Oh that's a genius idea!! Thanks for sharing and happy to hear you enjoyed it :D

[@Cristobels-Green-Boots]

Brilliant idea! 🙏

[@sanderson4257]

lol😁 I do the same thing!

[@jessicag.1055]

Haha...doing the same thing...

[@maxinesaltking7188]

Me too! :)

[@minjibacookey6811]

Great video. I have found that investing in the right storage really helps with tidying as you go along especially in the kitchen. Getting storage fitted that works with the natural flow of the house helps us keep it tidier.

[@djkrueger8243]

the number one tip that has helped my house hold is to put things away as soon as you get home. (shoes, book bags, purses, jackets, mail ) It saves so much time in the end because you're not looking for lost stuff or a certain pair of shoes. plus, it keeps your living room and any surfaces free from clutter.

[@PickUpLimes]

Amen!

[@janiesuper3222]

Good video. I've always hated housework. But it's created chaos in my home and to clean that chais all at once is a major event. Now I have to clean everyday. I learned if I take pride and find joy in it, I can do it. When I clean I spend time being thankful for what I have and the peace and quiet I have and have earned.

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank you, Janie :)

[@chaitranilogal]

You are super crisp.. So much positivity glows on your face..in your words.. Love the way you explain.. ♥️

[@rosaayala2865]

Sadia, I'm so amazed by your channel. I've try to get organize & I always fail. My problem is that I want to do everything in one day & then I don't accomplish it & feel that it's not wort it. But your videos have inspired me to keep trying! I'll start with the 5 minutes at a time. You just have what I want in your channel, plus I'm trying to make better healthy choices & love your vegan recipes. You got my subscription!

[@zingerflash]

Your smile is beautiful and it shines through your eyes also your voice is very soothing to the ears. Loved your video

[@PickUpLimes]

Many thanks for the kind words, Nishwaah

[@Laelin123]

Your voice is perfect for videos! Good video, thank you. I felt very frustrated today with having my house messy all the time. Chores never seem to stop...

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank you, Laelin - the kind words are much appreciated. I know the feeling all to well. Take it easy and go slow - it takes some time to find a rhythm but when you do it makes life so much less complicated. Hope future videos on this help in some way. Wishing you all the best ~S

[@Tasnuva718]

you are so well spoken, its a pleasure to listen to you speak. your content is great but you make it more interesting than it actually is.

[@jagrutithakkar9598]

Hello Sadia, I am so...glad I came across Pick Up Limes videos. All of them are so well presented, very informative, extremely helpful. All the meal prep ones I watch again and again and try to learn and follow them. Thank you.

[@equisader]

The clean as you cook this is sooo obvious but taken me 25 years to try it! What a difference it makes!

[@SoulintheRaw]

These are really really great tips, because I always put off cleaning or organizing because I think it will take forever! But it honestly doesn't take that long. It's just something that we need to do for 5 minutes every day. Thanks for the reminder :)

[@yogwithnamita]

agree to each and every point.. specially the one where you mentioned to have place for everything.. I had written a blog post on the same one.. I truly believe if you have dedicated place for every item it not only becomes easy for you to find it but also easy to maintain things and keep your home neat and clean.. I can blindly pull out anything from my closet as i know where it is and I can also know if someone has used it in my absence since I'm sharing my room.

[@joseluissosa2395]

I could watch this before going to bed. So soothing!

[@bharatiraut4669]

Hey Sadia, I don't know if you would read this comment or not ...but i just wish to tell you that ever since i have found your chanel and minimalist life style, my life has literally changed in so many ways.you are so organized , simple yet sweet . your habits YOU ARE PHENOMENAL  You are truly brilliant at what you do. keep motivating and inspiring others .

[@joshuathye2730]

I love your minimalist videos sooooo much and been watching them many times again and again, very uplifting and enjoy the whole of them. Thank you very much 😊

[@athenaenergyshine7616]

I love that you have a video for every aspect of life. Could you teach us how to organise our day, planner and to have time and make time to pursue everything you want to

[@Mitch_Mellow]

Your tips and recipes are awe-inspiring, but your voice and vibes make me feel like I can conquer anything. I'm a new subscriber, but I just can't get enough. ❤

[@LisetteLowe]

What a nice video! I now feel like sharing it with those overly impressed friends who think cleaning is a day job to me ;) It's so simple and not even that time consuming to keep your home your home, organized and tidy. Something I also do is to minimalize the things I need to grab quickly (pens, keys, wallet) and put only those things on my desk or other surfaces, also organized in their own containers. All the other stuff goes in boxes, and this way it looks a lot better and saves so much time I'd otherwise waste tidying :)

[@MichelleHuertas_simplelife]

Thanks for all your videos. They're so well done and you have a lovely speaking voice with clear information. I haven't found a single video I don't like and that's NEVER happened before :) thanks!

[@PickUpLimes]

Aw thanks so much, Michelle ❤

[@momof2momof2]

I do this everyday. I love leaving my home clean and tidy when I go to bed, and wake up to a new day with everything ready for the day ahead. I also watch Sophia on You Tube on her channel "My Great Challenge" and she is following the "Fly Lady" way. It's pretty much what you are saying. One (of many) really good ideas from it is to do one load of laundry a day. That way its not over whelming, especially if you have a family. I always clean up as I cook. It makes big meals like Christmas dinner so much easier on me. All I have to do it rinse off the dinner ware, glasses and serving dishes, put them in the dishwasher and I'm done. Another favorite channel is Katherine on Do It On a Dime . I'm glad to have found your channel :)

[@PickUpLimes]

Amen!

[@holly7214]

Please could we maybe have a minimalist house tour one day, Sadia? I for one find it really useful to see what objects 'make the cut' in minimalist homes 🙂

[@PickUpLimes]

Thanks for the suggestion, Holly - I'll add it to the list of videos I'd like to make :)

[@geminipayal]

Yes please!

[@bkmousamiagt1252]

@@PickUpLimes But then, she (Sadia) never made a video on House tour, till now.😶 (Instead, she did a studio tour, lol😅😂)

[@pawel9543]

@@PickUpLimes yes!!

[@sangeetamohanty9756]

Heard your voice and I had already subscribed your channel. Loved the way you speak so calmly. And your ideas about cleaning is beautiful. Glad to get a habit like that!

[@cam6232]

I could listen to you all day, your voice is so soothing 😄

[@laysmachado5769]

I haven't even watched all the videos of your channel and I'm already falling in love for it. Congratulations for the beautiful channel. 🇧🇷

[@theupbeatnetwork]

A few weeks ago I started putting stuff away when I cook and it's made a huge difference to the state of my kitchen :)

[@Bluemoonfatcat]

I really like the idea of " Give it a home". Thank you very much for sharing.

[@itsmeayana3220]

Saadia.. what a beauty you are .. inside outside..Such an inspiring personality..each & every second of your videos is worth watchin’ .. Lots of prayers!❤️

[@AZHITW]

Total neat freak here, one thing I do to keep dust to a minimum (I live in Arizona, dust capitol of the southwest), is I never walk from one end of my home to the other without a damp cloth in my hand, and I just wipe flat surfaces as I go.

[@PickUpLimes]

Love this - so simple and yet makes such a difference. Thanks for sharing :)

[@felicitymwikali1380]

carry towels for wiping too....i love to buy many and each room got its towel..never forget to clean walls and check on tiny particles can ask me for help.

[@MarijkeViolin]

Great tips! I clean the house every Monday morning according to a household plan I made. Every week, I do basic stuff (bathroom, dusting, vacuuming, washing clothes) plus an extra thing, like washing the windows or cleaning the kitchen cabinet doors and the fridge. After a month, I've done everything, and then I start over again. Well, almost everything. The shed and the insides of all cupboards are done once or twice a year. 😋. This way, I spend one morning cleaning, the rest of the week I tidy things almost daily for a few minutes.

[@aditiranade8077]

You are so inspiring Sadia! I just can't stop watching your videos! I'm binge watching them! You are a wonderful soul, and your energy is infectious! More power to you! :*

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank you so much, Aditi :D

[@Rasu_Rehanshree]

You have helped me alot to tide my room everyday. It always feels good to come back home and see my space clean. Thanks ❤

[@pipari100]

I'm new to this channel, but loving it already. Your voice is so calm and peaceful and your videos are somehow very relaxing!

[@FoD1975]

Wow - so inspiring, and yet restful at the same time. I subscribed almost immediately. Love the picture of you, sat on the sofa, looking at a magazine. That's the kind of peace and tranquility I crave... Thank you 😊

[@kmap0184]

your voice and words are very soothing, makes want to try everything you just said right this minute ;) I'm going to start with one at a time. I look forward to watching your other videos.

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank you, Karen ❤

[@zarithilliyana6254]

Never knew Im a minimalist until I watched your videos! Feels good to be able to relate with someone :)

[@eucilenefrancisco2697]

my tip is, everytime when I go one place to other if have something I take with me. ex: I'm in the room and I'm going to the kitchen if have a glass in the room is take with me to the kitchen. this tip really help me to keep everything in place.

[@rebeccasalter4081]

Great tips! Your space looks so relaxing.

[@happyinlifemk62]

I just discovered your channel a couple of days ago. Love it. My husband and I are making the change to a vegan lifestyle and I already do some of your cleaning habits, such as cleaning up as I go while cooking. Glad you mentioned that. :)

[@bittu304]

I am loving this Chanel and am bing watching the videos. Super cool tips . Thank you Sadia for helping me set up a clean room. Keep up the great work and kudos to the entire team.

[@outikoskela4146]

I just love your channel! And keeping things simple and tidy really improves the quality of life, yes, it really does.

[@carkarlaw]

What got me initially in this video was the cute plants. Then I started listening to your video, very useful tips. I will definitely try the paper sorting folder trick. I had been using a big bin, but I think I can minimize the bills like what you said (7months). Thanks

[@eleonoreclemente]

Your voice, smile and energy is so soothing :) thank you !

[@keerthnamagudeeswaran6150]

your voice is really smooth and the way you tell the tips seem like ok let's try this I really enjoy watching all your videos your doing an amazing work hoping see lots of helpful tips..

[@lovetee770]

You're amazing! Thanks for all that you do. Please keep 'em coming. So glad I stumbled across this beautiful platform of yours; so positive and inspirational.

[@samarpitaray3168]

That cook & clean tip was Actually my mum's tip....😂😂😂 she always do this each & everyday that whenever she cooks & u enter the kitchen & u can't imagine someone is cooking....😄😄😄😄...she always tries to teach us that cleaning tip.....I love the way u explained everything..... love u so much Sadia...😘😘😘

[@serenesnehu]

hi Sadia, i watched this video for the 4th time as its so pleasing to listen you n feels so satisfying to see an organized place.... i love ur videos keep up the good work i get to learn so much of good stuff.thanks

[@shumilashah]

You are so amazing. it felt like I was expressing myself all the time. I have this compulsive disorder of cleaning. But I love it as you do. thank you for this video.

[@PickUpLimes]

Thank YOU for this comment ❤

[@nehalele5716]

Your channel has become my most favourite in such litte time!! In fact even though i am a pretty organized person anyway i still find some things really helpful and inspiring. Watching your videos gives me such a "clean" feel 😂 cheers to great work!

[@raapyna8544]

I feel that your videos have so much useful and easy information and tips that I should watch them one at a time and try one or two habits at a time, for the best effect. :) I have a tip considering anxieties: if you have a task that you are afraid of, make yourself a cup of tea or coffee (or something else tasty and relaxing) and some small snacks, and drink and eat them while you're doing the unpleasurable task, to make it a lot more pleasurable and trick your brain. If you're eating, your brain assumes that you can't be in danger. Treating yourself will also release dopamine. Or I could just say, it's nice and helps you get through it. Works with stressful things in general. If you really don't want to study but have to, deside that you get a bite or sip every time after finishing certain points. And it doesn't need to be anything special, as long as you like it. With simply juice and bread, I have done math exercises with my friends for hours. (A great way to spend your weekends, haha.)

[@opallancaster9341]

After watching this video I noticed that I've actually been living this way for a long time and hadn't even realized it, but my family is the complete opposite. I always thought I wad the wierd one for how I do things. Thank you to this video for helping me realize I'm not the odd one out, I'm just more minimalist and that's ok :)

[@sald4782]

Thank you for sharing. It is great to know I am not a freak!! I have exactly the same mentality and carry out the same tasks so I feel so much better for knowing there are other like-minded people out there 🙂

[@vinijohn518]

it was a soothing experience... minimalism I got a term for something which I always wanted or wanted to be ...Thank You for the motivation

[@Theuniverseguru]

Just found your channel! Fellow minimalist here and loving your videos.

[@Swuokkk]

You have such a calm voice and great tips that I too follow.

[@Practice_Kindness-1st]

Great video to watch more than once per month. Before you know it, the practice will become a habit. I love it! Thank you!

[@regularsizecourtney9831]

Great tips! Especially cleaning up before bed, that definitely helps me sleep better.

[@vanontheinternet8596]

I really like your tip on organizing papers. That's one thing I always seem to have trouble with. I'll try your tip! Thanks!

[@lindsaytoussaint]

The accordion folder is going to save my life. Seems obvious but I didn't even think of it until this vid. Thanks!!

[@iwastubed96]

Watching you just soothes me. Your smile is pretty and your posture is calm and peaceful. Interested to see more. Subscribed! Now, I'm off to clean my house!

[@shanygal8655]

I find your videos so calming and inspiring. Almost every time I watch you I get the urge to clean something or make something nice to eat :)

[@Léa_heathflower]

I've just discovered your channel, and already love all the video I've watched ! I'm trying to become more minimalist, but still have a hard time getting rid of things (always thinking they might be useful one day) ans thus it's more difficult to always have a clean and decluttered home (especially with my three pets ^^). Thank you for those tips, I'll try to keep them in mind and to apply them everyday. Bonus tip : what I like to do when I can is to do a bit of cleaning and tidying on the evening in order to wake up in a nice environment.

[@divyavandal8783]

Your calmness is contagious! :)

[@bhawnasharma451]

Can't find words to describe you r really soothing like a beautiful music do for mind body and soul. u are so inspiring...love the way you are..

[@deepakarkhanis]

I love your energy, I am watching this video for the second time just for your energy. Thank you! I have started using some of your tips. :) Love