Reacting to Nick Lewis: Am I organizing my house wrong?

[@ManageableLiving]

It's good to hear and see perspectives outside of the decluttering and organizing world for ideas and inspiration. Who or what video should I react to next❓️

[@christinaheagy4602]

Please pause the video to add your comments. I'm low IQ and am not able to listen to 2 people at once 😢. Thank you. ❤

[@ManageableLiving]

@@christinaheagy4602 It was my first reaction video and I definitely learned what not to do. Let me know if this one is any better! kzbin.info/www/bejne/emq1nJ6Yh5WdsM0si=g9B7MQJP1PtE-fJd

[@kathywalsh9312]

Love Nick - been watching him for several years - such fun!

[@ManageableLiving]

I'm glad I found him and wish I'd seen him sooner but now I just have lots to binge!

[@studybeforeflight]

Just be sure to pause the video when you want to comment on something, so it is easier to understand.

[@ManageableLiving]

I did realize that in editing, still learning and will do better next time!

[@MT-un5xq]

I watch Nick all the time!!! He is hilarious

[@ManageableLiving]

I'm so glad I found him even if I'm late to the game. I have a feeling this won't be the last time he makes it on the channel. :)

[@Sunny-rh1yp]

Been watching Nick for a while now. Don't know that he knows so many of us would love to have him as a real friend.

[@ManageableLiving]

Agreed. He seems like he would be real good friend.

[@lisaclarke0192]

❤❤❤❤❤love Nick Lewis....mandatory viewing in our design studio.

[@ManageableLiving]

Nice!💜

[@rebekahk5329]

I love his channel. So much snark without being mean. And of course the design stuff I usually like what he does.

[@ManageableLiving]

YES! He really has the right balance on his critiques. Some of his stuff I'm like, nope not my vibe but I at least "get" what he's going for.

[@JulieSaldanaKaty]

I have been watching Nick’s channel for a few years now. Love it, but sometimes he makes me nuts. He knows what he is talking about. Love his frankness.

[@ManageableLiving]

I also really love how he says stuff like if you love it don't listen to me because it's your home. It's just his ideas and if you want his suggestions :)

[@muellmanni1678]

Nick is so funny, I agree with that. I watched the video before, and now I can see what other people think of his videos. So now I know!

[@ManageableLiving]

Thanks for watching again for my thoughts. I really had no idea what to expect but I'm definitely a fan now!

[@zelphiaellerson6283]

One point that is rarely mentioned: be aware of your physical limitations. I use my Kitchen Aid mixer once a month or so AND I'm 67. It doesn't fit in my corner countertop cabinet. It makes no sense for me to store it under the counter because it's so darn heavy to lift! Besides I saved for my 'Big Blue' mixer for years and love looking at it! I want to continue to make muffins and cookies for my grandbabies for a long time!

[@ManageableLiving]

Yes, that is an important point! Plus I also feel like Kitchen Aid appliances are designed with the purpose of being display-able. My air fryer is hefty so while I don't use it everyday, it's not getting put back away until I switch back to the oven regularly.

[@beckieinhorn]

And Nick even says that! I ❤ that you have a passion for baking. I'm a science nerd who never developed the patience of all the measure it requires. It must be my gemini nature that i just like to throw things together and have @it.

[@zelphiaellerson6283]

@@beckieinhorn lol!!! I'm chuckling because I'm a former computer/IT geek and am 'neurodivergent'. My baking is easy because I researched (and bought!) lots of measuring cups and spoons, then list the exact one on each recipe card. My other hobbies-knitting, quilting, gardening show my creative, impatient side! It's all about having fun!

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

"Work with your behaviour patterns" is the best organizational advise. Regarding not much space in the entrance area: I just put a simple shelf directly OVER the door (if you fit through the door, you wont hit your head). Then I put Ikea boxes on top so that they are directly under the ceiling. Its closed storage (like drawers) and they have themse - rain, picknic, shoes, bike-stuff, sporty stuff (like for swimming). Works perfect for me and does neither add visual clutter nor takes up any floor or wall space.

[@ManageableLiving]

Agreed! That's what I realized too when I was standing in front of the hook sign is I could put those low use necessities at the height of the door. I'll find a shelf and a tray or bin to pop up there. 😊

[@natalieshimonek5108]

I love Nick. Been watching him for the past 6 months. Even if I don't agree with everything in terms of style, I do consider it all. Entertaining!

[@ManageableLiving]

Yeah I don't love some of his furniture choices but I at least get what he says and the overall ideas. He's a hoot though! I might apply to do a roast my space.

[@pattyspencer7795]

I love Nick....as he states his opinions are his own and you can agree or not (I don't think he cares that much)....his sarcasm is always a treat as well

[@ManageableLiving]

Agreed - he's a breath of fresh air on the internet. Once I'm through tidying up, decluttering and all that, I really want to submit a roast my space!

[@organized4]

Love Nick's clock at 12:18.

[@michellebarnes4094]

I just found your channel (thanks KZbin) and I subscribed. I really like your vibe/energy and delivery. I can't wait to go watch more of your videos. Also, I got in the habit of keeping my toaster on a shelf in my hall closet when not in use a couple of years ago and it is so nice not looking at it when not in use. I probably do use it almost every morning, but really it's only in use for a couple of minutes, so after it cools down a few minutes I automatically put it away. My home is really small and that has made a huge difference in how my kitchen looks without that toaster clutter! 😉

[@ManageableLiving]

Thank you 💜 I like having the toaster away but I'm so terrible about remembering to put it away after it cools off. I have so little counter space though that it does get put away a lot. I do want to get to a point where I also put the air fryer away more since lately I don't use it much. I do prefer it in the summer over the oven though!

[@michellebarnes4094]

@@ManageableLiving I agree that the air fryer is great in the summer. I don't have much counter space either or a stove vent that vents to the outside of the house (my oven really heats up my kitchen), so I don't like to use the oven too much in the summer. Thanks for the reply and keep up your great videos! Hugs from VA!

[@togetherwecan5212]

Love Nicks channel 💯 he always has good ideas and explains it in a relatable way. I also love his jokes/sarcasm 😂

[@ManageableLiving]

Right, like people who think he's catty seriously have no sense of humor.

[@togetherwecan5212]

@ManageableLiving he does not read catty to me at all. He's very refreshing 💯

[@Twinkie989]

I love him. He actually specifies that his opinion os his own preference.

[@ManageableLiving]

Yes, I very much appreciate that he's like "do whatever you want, this is just my opinion." We need more of that.

[@kathleenroach651]

I watch Nick every time he is on. He his really funny and I love that about him.

[@ManageableLiving]

Omg when he starts saying something and then realizes how it sounds instead of what he means...😆🤣

[@DNAConsultingDetectives]

Nick is the best! He's the king of snarky design advice. If you don't have a sense of humor, don't watch.

[@ManageableLiving]

Agreed!

[@2000konnie]

His videos have been coming into my feed, so I'm familiar with him. He has a lot of practical ideas. I don't agree with all of what he says, but he's definitely worth watching. Regarding my countertop, I don't have any space to store my big air fryer. I could probably squeeze my Instant Pot in a bottom cabinet, but I use it a few times a week. But this inspires me to take out everything in my kitchen cabinets (I live in apartment style building), and organize the cookware/containers better to try to make space for the Instant Pot. It's a goal. I'm not totally against it. The air fryer isn't going to fit because of the shelving inside the cabinets. Inspiration is everything. - For storage, I like the opaque white baskets at Target. They are inexpensive, so if I get something nicer - like a closed cabinet, I would not mind giving them away. - I'm with you on the over the toilet cabinets. That's a big no, and I have one pretty small bathroom. I keep my toilet paper in pretty tote bag in my bedroom closet. I only need one roll at a time lol.

[@ManageableLiving]

This was the first video I had in my feed. I don't always agree either now that I've watched more but he's hilarious anyway. Worth keeping in my feed. 😊

[@Tra_C]

Nick is wonderful, love him! ❤

[@ManageableLiving]

I was just thinking I might submit my space for a roast... that would be wild if I was chosen even if he hates everything lol.

[@Tra_C]

@@ManageableLiving I was thinking the same thing! 😅 I do need some ideas....

[@mtralyson4659]

Hi, I'm new here. As someone with a really tiny entryway I would recommend either a shoe cabinet like STALL from ikea (17cm deep) or another similar. Noone stops you from putting something other than shoes in there. Or you could get those little drawers like the moppe from ikea (18 cm deep) and suspend it on your wall. You can store a lot in but it's not big enough for you to just throw random things on top of it. I have 2 moppes in my entryway and it's perfect, I also love it because since it's attached to the wall the walkway is free

[@ManageableLiving]

Hi thanks for stopping by. I'll check those out and see if they ship to my area!

[@jilllazina4376]

Be sure to check out Nick’s “Hottest Interior Design Trends for 2024” for a good laugh…Nick is always great!

[@ManageableLiving]

Oh man, that sounds like it might be good! I laugh every time I see my "boob lights" now but I don't know what to do instead 😆🤣

[@mdexperience2011]

I started following him abt 2 months ago. He’s so funny and I love his style! 😊

[@ManageableLiving]

He's definitely a new favorite for entertainment! And some were good suggestions 💜

[@arthurwatts1680]

Nick is great, but I struggle to think of any two designers who agree on everything 100% of the time. Living with an obsessive would be hell for someone like me, but fortunately I don't have to. Give me the man cave with giant TV and 15K worth of audio. Thanks for the video.

[@ManageableLiving]

Oh of course everyone is different. His anesthetics and mine are different but it's fun to hear new ideas and see what I can make my own.

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

First, do this more!! I have a drop spot for my hats when i come in. Where do i drop my pool bag? I have no idea. I have hooks in my bedroom! I love it! Do it do it!!

[@ManageableLiving]

I'm trying it out but I think I'm putting too much stuff on them already 🤣. And thanks, I was on the fence about doing a reaction and already filmed one for Cas, but I had to mix it up when I saw this video! I'm glad you had a chance to watch it before it goes out to everyone tomorrow 😊

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

@@ManageableLiving you are really good at it, and I watch a lot of reaction channels!

[@Kate.g.]

I love Nick 😆 his humor kills me every time. I recommend you listen to the video from April 1st 🐠 To get organized the 1st thing to do is decluttering because we have a lot of crap that we never use and will never use. This requires a lot of management, and energy to manage our stocks. Probably because I am subcribe to Nick channel I saw your video in my YT suggestion. Do you listen Clutterbug channel, this women is wow and have amazing trick to limit yourself and your space.

[@ManageableLiving]

I'll have to check that one out. I do enjoy Cas a lot but hadn't ever seen Nick so I thought he would be a fun change of pace - he did not disappoint!

[@Kate.g.]

@@ManageableLiving what I like about Nick, he is simple, funny, not into overconsumption, he often denounces it, in one of these recent videos he explains that influencers are paid to change decor and that it pays to suggest lots new things all the time, but he's not into that.

[@ManageableLiving]

I just saw that one! Someone had to call them out...

[@Kate.g.]

@@ManageableLiving I'm happy when an influencer (YT, Instagram, etc.) dots the "i's" and crosses the "t's" by reminding people about real life, real budgeting, that it's normal that we are no means to do that, overconsumption. There aren't enough people talking about it, I came across people like Cass (Clutterbug, minimalists like you) because I was tired of the overconsumption of excessive and perfect products, which we find on the networks. Every time I say to myself, well see the house, the trips, the clothes... they pay for that, how realistic it is. He also has Hannah Alonzo, who denounces the networks' false stuff, she also denounces MLMs etc.

[@rhondalockrey9592]

Great to see another point of view always opened minded for new ideas. I like the idea of making small trays of things or baskets & the rest is hidden you don't use it did look so much better with less items & you can make it pretty,

[@ManageableLiving]

Yes! Instead of surfaces are lava or whatever, he's saying just make it hidden and contained and cute. I have a basket of cords on a side table that I feel better about now. 💜

[@Rose_K.]

Nick is awesome!

[@ManageableLiving]

Agreed! 💜

[@reebeeable]

I love Nick! But how hard is it to pull the olive oil, salt, and pepper out of the cupboard? Put it away! I agree with you about the over the toilet stuff - it feels like everything up there would be fouled…

[@ManageableLiving]

Yeah, I've been going back and forth on at least a salt shaker because if I leave any of those out, it's likely salt. But even then I'd put it away for company (assuming it's not needed) or I'm doing a general tidy. If you have nice shakers, and a pretty olive oil bottle and you either love cooking enough to show them off or have super limited cupboard space I could see that.

[@angie-v3e]

Nick Lewis 🎉🙌🏻

[@ManageableLiving]

😆😁

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

I m catching up with your videos and realized you changed your channel name! May i ask why?

[@ManageableLiving]

You're the first that noticed (it's been a few weeks)! It just felt appropriate to make my tagline obvious to new friends that it's the main focus of my channel before I get a bigger audience.

[@ManageableLiving]

@@sugarfree4118 I mean, I kinda do have the best cats in the world...lol.

[@dorisdepinar21]

Very annoying talking when he is talking. Had to turn it off.

[@ManageableLiving]

I know, I realized in editing so the next reaction is better :)

[@Katkatburg3223]

Can’t hear when you are both talking at the same time

[@ManageableLiving]

Yeah, my first reaction video sucked but I felt like refilming wouldn't be authentic. I promise I got better at it in my other reactions!

[@nancysavard4322]

Please stop talking over him. Very annoying. I was interested in what you had to say but couldn't finish watching. Thank you.

[@ManageableLiving]

Thanks for the feedback