Stick to Decluttering with The Becker Method

[@JoshuaBecker]

Hey guys! Just wanted to let you know that my new book, Things That Matter, is finally here. I put my heart into it, and I can’t wait to share it with you. You can pick up a copy at www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/676394/things-that-matter-by-joshua-becker/

[@CalmVibesVee]

*THANK YOU* for not having music while you are talking. So easy to focus on your wonderful advice! I appreciate your help to others!

[@RobertLinthicum]

Second that.

[@roughdayz5697]

There is music playing..

[@tonijfriend4788]

@@roughdayz5697 hahaha I was like what are they talking about...there is music playing!

[@darlenepaul2934]

There is music.

[@bannergirl1]

@@tonijfriend4788 but NOT while he is talking.

[@Nyx773]

1. Get clear on your goals and your purpose. "I desire to own less so that I can ____ ..." 2. Include other household members in your process. 3. Work section/room by section Start with the easiest challenge first. Touch everything and Make 3 piles: a. Keep in room b. Move to another location c. Remove from home (recycle, trash, donate) 4. Have fun and notice the benefits 5. Go back to Step 1: Revisit and revise goals regularly/yearly

[@cilantro3992]

Thank you! 🤗

[@ktrudy1]

Ty. I still always listen to his entire vid. Love this guy🤗

[@sivakamirekha9715]

Thanks 😊

[@inquire390]

Thank you for your comment. It's nice to have all essential steps written down and in order.

[@lechaewilliams3221]

I find the written steps written down helpful too.

[@HanhTran-vt6fw]

Had 15 minutes to spare while waiting in the car. I decided to clean out the glove compartment and center console. Time well spent! Thanks for all your inspiration!

[@marisua3018]

After a few months of learning, reading , researching about minimalism, I am now officially a minimalist! 👏 My home feels like a sanctuary to me. My kids & hubby love how I am not reorganizing stuff while in a bad mood like before. 😄👍

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Yayyy!🎉 i can relate!

[@Sochi_Mochi]

6. Stay away from Marshall’s, Home Goods, and Ross

[@imaniave]

Yessssss I banned myself, no.1 saving technique. 😩

[@kathleenbarron7654]

Emilio Cortez this was my problem too. Firstly I made a rule that I only could go with another person. This created and inconvenience and accountability. Then, I naturally lost the habit and now I literally have no desire to go there. And it’s only 5 minutes from my home. Close to two donation places, I still ignore HomeGoods.

[@bcs3948]

True ! 😂

[@pamelaeason1982]

And Dollar Tree 😆

[@sweetmslovinglife]

I’ve got the old TJMaxx, Pier 1 Imports, Marshall’s, Hobby Lobby, Salvation Army and any other Knickknack store in my house. But I’m “waiting” to renovate my finished basement. 🤔. Really I am.

[@patwagner9308]

After spending most of yesterday cleaning our laundryroom, when my husband was putting his clothes in the laundry baskets in the laundryroom last night, I called out "Did you notice the laundryroom?" Cheerfully, he replied "Yes, I did!" I asked "Did you make the appropriate oohs & ahhs ?" (LOL) He said "Yes, I did !" Gotta love it. There was too much on the floor. I found things that could be pitched, given away, things I didn't know where they were & things I'd forgotten about. Now the room has more floor space, less stuff, is a whole lot cleaner & that makes me feel better !

[@aria2743]

I’m minimalist and my husband hoarder. Still bring stuff home and don’t want let thing go because we use them once in year . And I’m in stress and overwhelmed we don’t have space for anything and I already got rid of lots of things. It’s overwhelming for me cause I love clean and “empty space”. Every day struggle.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

My easiest place was the linen closet. I had been keeping the fresh load of towels on the dining room table because the linen closet was packed. Secondary benefit after I minimized the linens, when I felt discouraged or overwhelmed, I'd open the linen closet door and see how great it is to be able to access everything and see everything so easily.

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Yes- same here!!!

[@sandrawilson2388]

I did this before I saw this video. 😊. Forging ahead!

[@shinewiththesun6881]

I love this idea of minimalism,I started to sort out things before 1 year I donated a lot,but after one month I felt I am buying again,this January 1st I started my no buy year. Wish me good luck 🤗 Thank you Joshua you have the best minimalist videos,because in last year through I watched almost every other minimalist videos. God bless you for helping people ❤️

[@michaelkarlathompson4642]

I love a calm environment and for me that means less visual clutter. So freeing and peaceful. I’m working toward that goal with my peace of mind in view, as well as minimizing what our children will need to deal with when we leave this earth.

[@lisawilliamson815]

I like the room by room approach and going from easier to more difficult (almost like the debt snowball approach to building wealth). We will be able to see more progress that way....room by room.

[@shelp5950]

Discovered your channel a few weeks ago. I find myself watching your back catalogue. A video a day. I really like that your your videos are short clear and realistic. Everyday I take (at least) a useful tip from your videos! Keep up the good work. 🙌

[@DavidDavisDH]

It does get easier to get rid of stuff, the more you do. I'm also selling my collectibles on ebay to pay off some of my debt. I'm also cooking at home, not buying things I don't need and cutting out subscriptions. You can do it!

[@louisez405]

I love your videos you get to the point, without endless waffling and your advice is logical and achievable! Thank you for the decluttering inspiration!

[@anag1638]

"You can do it, and we're all cheering for you." I need a t-shirt that says that. I think it would bring a lot of people joy to receive some encouragement. Thank you for inspiring and encouraging us!

[@JoshuaBecker]

Becoming Minimalist collectibles! Why didn't I think of that?

[@KasandraWilliams]

I really love these videos. So many amazing tips. I love your tip about organizing vs minimizing. I swear it literally felt like a “ah ah” moment for me when you said that. I love having a organized and clean space, but I’m so tired of doing it. Now I’m just decluttering everything. Makes my life so much easier.

[@lilysgram5886]

During Covid I ended up spending so much less money. These habits have continued & I realize that I don’t need as much as I think I do. I cooked every day and really didn’t miss going to restaurants. Didn’t need new clothes or makeup. It was liberating.

[@stephanielatta7092]

After a few months of talking to my husband about minimalism, the first step was the one that triggered the lightbulb of realization with him. In all these months I'd never actually asked HIM what his goal could be. We're in the beginning stages, but getting ready for a dinner party yesterday took a lot less time than it used to.

[@Bella31127]

So clear and concise approach. I find myself trying to do too much to fast. I never thought of doing the easy rooms first. Going to try and apply this method. For me, it's so easy to help other people tidy up but not for myself. I just wish we could go to each others houses and be a tidying up buddy especially if you're doing this on your own. Tfs, good luck to all doing this. 🙏🏻💖 We can do this!

[@24get24give]

sssooo true, my parenta would often go for vacations that lasted weeks at a time (my dad's a teacher), and I would always go to their house, pick a room and make it perfect, they always loved it and raved on about how well I had done, and they had never praised me for anything in my life, ever,I have to say, it felt good, which is why I kept doing it, I suppose, but my own home is a mess, go figure!, I know what to do, I just can't seemto gather the energy to do it for myself, so I really, really need a buddy!

[@heavensent4284]

Bella31127 That is an excellent idea! Decluttering can be an overwhelming and exhausing enterprise, so having a "minimalist buddy" would make the whole task less daunting. Both could sign on to commit to helping each other with a reasonable end-goal and get it done for both homes.

[@pamelaeason1982]

I didn't have as much stuff as some but more than others. I found this awesome channel and the tips have changed my life. I am no longer buried under belongings. I'm not afraid to say goodbye to clutter and say no when it tries to come back.

[@allieprivate4013]

OMG, thank you for breaking down the steps to becoming a minimalist. I truly feel energized and not overwhelmed! What captured my attention was the idea of conquering one small area at a time before moving on to the more challenging areas in the house. I would always start with the biggest mess first and become overwhelmed. To some, a small area to conquer might mean to clean and declutter the bedroom dresser, the bedroom chair, the exercise equipment that's being used to hold clothing, etc. Nonetheless, and as you have suggested, start small, enjoy the repercussions, and keep it moving! Baby steps first which leads to giant steps later! I love it! Today, I pledge to start decluttering my bedroom and I will not give up! Thank you for inspiring us out here. Please keep those videos coming!!! -Allie

[@clairebuckland8957]

I first thought removing possesions, was about decluttering and organising and now I see it’s SO much more than that! The lack of stuff, allows for the lack of distraction and the calm balance required, to refocus on goals and the result is, bringing the life I’ve always wanted. 🎉 Thank you Joshua, for helping us and so many. We have a question in our house, if an item or a consumer consideration creeps in, (or gets left out of place) .. “Is this a Joshua?”😂 Works a treat! Blessings to you and your family. 🙏

[@PARoth2011]

You said this so well!

[@clairebuckland8957]

@@PARoth2011 Thank you.

[@akhilamdas1404]

Other way is just pack your whole home, everything inside cartoon boxes. Then start your day, unpack what u need. Example your brush, toothpaste, then u need coffee so mug etc. At the end of 2-3 months what ever u unpacked is what u really need. Therefore feel obliged to discard the rest. E X T R E M E M I N I M A L I S M

[@TheEllaTB]

I moved recently and I started packing long before we found our house. I kept asking myself "do I want to unpack this into my new house" that helped eliminate a lot. Then, as I unpacked I would ask myself, "does this fit in my lovely new house" I still have room to improve, but this helped a lot!

[@rlb3726]

@@TheEllaTB good idea!

[@jenm4137]

This is honestly the best advice! We just moved and down sized! We went from a huge home to a townhouse and we have stored everything we don’t want out in the basement. This is my next project the basement 🦇 to clean out and sell everything down there Bc we haven’t needed it for almost a year & a half now!

[@nataliemcdaniel1659]

Emma Giurma this is what I’m doing now we haven’t even found a house but I’m just packing and throwing everything out 😂

[@westphillybabe]

Wowwww I cry about my printed family photos that I don't need lol

[@timharrington4470]

I really appreciate your content and always walk away with a few more nuggets of wisdom about decluttering. I am in a situation where I have to clear a lot of stuff out. I have made a lot of Headway with it but there is so much more to do.

[@lorettab687]

Yes, our family are reaping the benefits of living with less. It is easier to tidy up, we have a calm and peaceful home and we have more money that we use for travel.

[@HomeSweetAbundance]

I love how you are on KZbin now, I loved your books and look forward to learning more from you. Thank you for helping us get our spaces under control. 😀

[@JoshuaBecker]

Yes, the videos have been fun to make. I am thrilled to see people benefiting from them.

[@mtracy244]

@@JoshuaBecker your videos are motivating, inspirational and perennial. And thankyou for always speaking at a calm pace. 🙏☀️

[@BarbaraFaison]

Good process. A few weeks ago I started going through the rooms...mudroom was first. It really inspired me to keep going. I just reorganized all the kitchen cabinets and drawers. It feels great walking into both spaces and feeling the change of the energy flow. Thanks for the suggestions 🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@marystackpole118]

WOW!! SO GLADI FIUND YOU!!!! THIS HAS MADE MY LIFE SOOOOO MUCH BETTER! THANK YOU!!

[@oilonpaper]

I especially like the fifth tip on revisiting and revising your goals. 💙 It's so important to do that in every aspect of life, but it's easy to forget, and you'll only realize when you've been walking on the wrong path for a while.

[@paulaboynton8299]

I've been diligently downsizing since April 2018. I frequent 2 places, the landfill and the Salvation Army. I've had a few yard sales too. It feels amazing to unload possessions that I no longer want or need. I have bartered here and there....I gave away a 12 year old Sleep Number bed in exchange for a trip to the dump with that person's truck. I traded a wool winter coat for some much needed yard work. Life is getting easier.

[@rachelrobinowitz6279]

I love this!! Unloading is cleansing, and barter is brilliant.

[@susanmurrell635]

It's a long, long and difficult story, but I am so thankful that I found your channel. It is so timely.....I can hardly believe it. AND, what's so funny or so sad, is that I bought your book months before the pandemic, never read it, and now I can't even find it but I know it is in here somewhere......under all the clutter. Since the divorce, my Mom's death(she was living with me at the time), and the car accident in which I was badly hurt, I may have to really sell my home for financial reasons; it forced me into retirement and my award won't come in time. When I got your book, wanted to just clear the clutter. But now, don't know if I should try to fix it up as much as possible, or, as a realtor friend says, just sell it as is!!! Ugh! It's not in shape and neither am I. Don't have help, or money.....if I could just refinance......would fix it up but then might not want to sell at all....but, I still might not be able to afford to live here. May have just answered my own question.

[@songbirdforjesus2381]

I like the idea of starting easy to hardest. You don't feel overwhelmed because success is fast at first. Front door area and bathrooms. Places where guests always use, help us feel happy and confident to continue. We also updated the decor, to bring more joy and inspiration. Beautiful, clean bathroom. Who knew!

[@Starlight_Moonlight_77]

The connection between Becker and Konmari method could be other next thesis preferences for sociology subject hahaha 😁 OMG, I really loved these two incredible methods, makes my life more happier and easier 😍

[@aliclark580]

I see a little smile whenever he says, “Becker Method” but shoot I’m glad he’s owning it! You’ve put in the time Joshua! Marie Kondo may be striking the world right now but she doesn’t advocate for minimalism. Becker Method says get rid of as much as possible. KonMari says keep whatever sparks joy, no matter how much stuff that is. Big difference.

[@lessismore9847]

I got the book on konmarie and found it over whelming to do the whole house. I wouldnt have been able to do it without the becker method its less stress which makes u actually start to enjoy throwing stuff out lol

[@lessismore9847]

Konmarie thinks you wont stick to it if u only do little by little but i started with the bedroom its a slow proces its taken me a year but my house is now empty i dont need hardly owt just stuff i use alot

[@bannergirl1]

Horses for courses. Each of us has a method which resonates with our style of doing things.

[@rachelrobinowitz6279]

I totally agree. The very first time I heard/saw that *tidying* up one's house was the main part of the Konmari method I knew it wasn't for me. It didn't get to the heart of the problem. I'm sure intentions are good and for some people it has helped make a difference. But in the end, it doesn't matter what you do with 'too much stuff', it's still too much stuff. You can tidy all you want, clutter is clutter. You can't organize clutter, you can *only* Get Rid Of It.

[@Joyfulkatz]

What a beautiful family you have!! Your simplicity shows through you as grace. Thank you so much Joshua! Blessings 🙏

[@dangeles95]

I love this. One thing I like to do is go thru every room and remove anything I don’t want in there, and put them in a pile. I go back after everything is clean and tidy, and determine if I want that in any other place, or is it going to be sold. 95% of that pile was sold, donated, or given to someone who needed it.

[@debraspringers2098]

Thank you for sharing. My husband and I live in a small place. I have started in my sewing room an office. Thank you again

[@ingerfalch-jacobsen1717]

A small space has both a sewing room and an office?

[@ericsgranny8933]

Very informative video! Extremely well presented!

[@rosemarievosburgh5377]

Got your book super you have helped 1 million times over thanks God bless take care

[@JoshuaBecker]

Awesome! Thank you so much for the kind words. Very glad to hear that you enjoyed the book.

[@0.1.feb.]

You have a beautiful, picture-perfect family! Thank you for the advice, Joshua!

[@nikhnikm4602]

Love these tips, I'm at my parent's place now. Can't wait to get home to start applying these tips.

[@Miss_Annlaug]

I wanted to simplify my life because I wanted less stress and work. To me that means: no debt, few possessions so that moving or life changes are not as scary and no wasted money aka money spent on things that does not really mean enough for me.

[@φανουλααρβανιτελλη]

Thank you Joshua Becker very helpful 👌👍

[@TheCelestialhealer]

Excellent. Nice and simple. God bless you Joshua B 🙏

[@inquire390]

Where do you start? I liked this video, also. So, from a new perspective, where can you start in any decluttering journey after you have set your goals? I suggest you start where God started. Start from the ground (Gen. 2:7) and work your way up. Since decluttering is all about you and improving the quality of your life, the ground in this case is your feet. And you might work your way upwards from there. So here is a simple list of things you need starting from the ground and working your way up. 1. Socks 2. Pair of shoes 3. Underwear 4. Pants or trousers 5. Belt 6. Shirt 7. Hat (if you're spending time outdoors and under the sun) And thanks for your videos and showing us how to keep things simple.

[@inquire390]

I want to add one more comment. Here is a link to "8 Hours of Relaxing Sleep Music: Soft Piano Music, Sleeping Music, Meditation Music, Fall Asleep" on youtube. I like this music a lot. You might find it relaxing to listen to this as you declutter. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmaak6dsabiio7M

[@isabelesteves3259]

So grateful. Hello from Portugal.

[@leekilby9470]

I’m getting there. It’s a process.

[@joanneastham8359]

AAHHH ... NO subtitles!! What a great way to watch your incredibly informative videos! You're inspiring to living a stress-free and simple life as one goes on in life. Thank you loads, Sir.

[@shahilagh]

today I gave away all my painting oil colors that I know I wont use. I have a nice watercolour and that is enough! even though they were not in front of me, I feel energy is flowing more ... I have given away other things today and overall this week too ... and I left some in a big box to give to charity when the shops open after the covid locked down in December.. I am also fully aware of my stock in the kitchen so that I wont buy anything that I have to add to them. I still have many clothes left but I think they are all fine and serve me and plus the process of decluttering made me aware that I dont need anything else. you videos r very good and almost scientific :P

[@ktrudy1]

I looovvee all ur vids and watch them multiple times to remember your fabulous advice 😍😍😍

[@sylviepoujol8472]

Thank you for speaking slowly which permeets me to understand you even if I'm french !

[@cindybirchbauer7846]

I am a garage sale seller I will try to sell it all or 80% and I give the rest to St Vincent dePaul I always try to sell first It never ever comes back in my home Hubby and I are retired Time to get rid of it all Kids definitely don't want it Love you're videos

[@dorisavila2632]

I’ll start today, thank you for all your videos 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ideoformsun5806]

Get on the No Call list and the No Mail list for your area. It will greatly reduce the number of solicitations you get. Look on every piece of junk mail for the number to unsubscribe. Unsubscribe from every catalog, and mailing list that sells clutter, stores you don't go to, services you don't use or need. Stop magazine subscriptions for a while. They are at least half advertisements. Avoid watching commercials. Buy You Tube Red to stop commercials. The content creators still get paid. Avoid shopping. Avoid shopping entirely while you are decluttering. Plan ahead and don't make any unnecessary trips to the store. Get online banking and automatic bill pay for your bills. Negotiate with your debt holders to get out of debt. Try to have zero installment payments of any kind. Pay cash for things. Even big things. Especially big things. Like vehicles, education, houses, land.

[@samiam5326]

Thank you for the helpful video. Minimised my time by watching it at 2 x normal speed. Still very comprehensible, if you focus.

[@armir_ko]

The Becker Method is quite similar to what I did, the only difference is that I did it by category rather than by room. I like that you emphasize finishing the entire house. Although some people prefer a slower approach, such as The Minimalist game of 1 item on the 1st of the month, 2 on the 2nd and so on until the end of the month, I think this method of doing it all in one go is more efficient and it takes a lesser toll on your will power.

[@simini1837]

Marie Kondo watch out 😃

[@evelinehaanstra9069]

Wonderful thoughts!!! It's just that my 'landlord' ruined our appartements and appartement building again, left us with demolished and smudged walls, floors, beyond repair. After over eleven months we're nowhere near the ending of it all. And they get away with it without ány compensation. So, I almost don't know where to start, because there is no timeline or planning from their part... Still, I like to move forward, so I begin to watch your inspirational video's...

[@evelinehaanstra9069]

Amendment: the demolishers have just stopped, leaving our 115 appartments in a state worse than before...

[@misssicily100]

once you give and love everything gets easier. God Bless

[@nataliemunoz8600]

I would only disagree in the organization by locations. I did that for years and always get messy. I followed the Konmari method by categories + her folding method and its been a year and still impecable.

[@jenjill7480]

I desire to become a minimalist so I can breath!!!

[@TK-pb9vj]

That was exactly my statement! 😂

[@wsupnet]

Great stuff! Loved the book!

[@JoshuaBecker]

Thank you.

[@supergran1000]

My sixth point would be to think MORE than twice about what you buy in the future. Don't buy on impulse, and go through the third degree with yourself when you are in the store. For example, most kitchen gadgets are entirely unnecessary, and you can cook all the same dishes with what you already have. I say this because it's in the kitchen where I could really go on a mad spending spree. For me now, a new piece of kitchen equipment would really have to earn its keep in terms of the space it takes up and the washing-up it creates.

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

When it comes to a new purchase of kitchen equipment I recently heard someone say that they look at the cost of the item, think as to if they own another item that would do the job and if not consider how many times they would use it and apply the value of $1.00 per use…if the item costs say $100.00 would they use it 100 times? That helps me some with decisions. 😉❤

[@veggedout1030]

Thanks for another great video 👍🏻

[@snowflake3361]

Do you have a guide to getting rid of paperwork? One of my biggest problems is what to save and what to get rid of. I guess I have a starting point. I recently changed health insurance. It finally occurred to me that I no longer need all that paperwork, monthly updates, etc from my old health insurance plan.. What confuses me the most is financial paperwork. What do I need to keep and what can I rip up and dispose of? Love this series.

[@adrianaoliva1031]

Hi I want to rhank you and tell you I'm an English teacher and I use your videos en class.

[@Michelle-qd9gm]

Hi it took my parents last Xmas 4 days to do the loft omg what a lot of stuff it all got donated to the charity then they did the rest of the house my mam got cancer and going through hell at mo but the house is so calm for her it’s the best thing they have ever done calm relax more time for reading watching telly and less stuff is great thank you 👌🥰

[@quietandsun]

I remember when I first read post on minimalism on your blog. I was like no way, not for me. But I was coming back and coming back. Then I read KonMari book and used her method. And now I am like minimalism yes please. I took me 4 years to get to the point where I'm finaly have less and I am so happy about everything that I own. Decluttering is really long process, especially if you want to get rid of thing responsibly but it so worth it.

[@DrogoBaggins987]

Time to put on a video of hoarders to keep me motivated and sort through junk until I fill a garbage bag or two.

[@dollciita]

SNAP! Glad I'm not the only one who does this :)

[@janeyd5280]

@@dollciita me too.xxx

[@overcomer4226]

A friend told me I watch Hoarders to feel superior and feel better about myself 😄😄😄

[@Jennifer-1724]

How is it going now?

[@DrogoBaggins987]

@@Jennifer-1724 Not much better but not worse. I've made progress in not buying things I don't need. I've made a little progress in getting rid of things I don't use. I'm still as disorganized as ever. How are you?

[@berlinsusanto5748]

The more i want minimalist, the more complicated my life was. Lol. Since my minimalist make me want to create furniture that have not only one function like a sofa that could change to a bed in my guest room. But at least i enjoy it and challenge me to improve my imagination and apply the physics that i never knew the function. Lol

[@nancymadsen3834]

My husband and I moved into a 5th wheel permanently parked. We are continually downsizing. Your videos are awesome. It takes a certain mindset to get started in a room. I clean out one drawer or one cabinet at a time. Living with less has helped my stress level a great deal. I enjoy sitting on the deck with my dogs and read or watch videos or paint. You have also inspired me to start my own vlog. When I get it up and running would you mind that I use you as my inspiration and link your site? Thank you again.😊

[@sutats]

You, yes you! I know you can do it!

[@vinzjahreddelacruz9884]

For me, this is the best method! Thanks, thanks joshua.

[@cristinasanchez7914]

Easy and clear!

[@joycevanhoose1829]

I've learned so much in just a few days. Thank you so much

[@lessismore9847]

Another Great Video Joshua, I started with the bedroom. Now ive got the hang of this i go back to rooms and donate even more stuff. When you get into the routine of getting rid of things it starts to flow out of your house lol i accumulate less i used to over spend massivly now i dont want that in my house. I finally feel like im living.

[@mernie2011]

Amazon prime day just messed me up!

[@Dr.ManahilHamidPharma]

To have peaceful life, less stress, calm

[@esthermarise]

I didn't know I was being minimalist when I started 2 years ago. Now I'm doing everything more intentionally. I still feel sometimes that "the house will eat me", I just fell so small in the middle of everything. Now I'm starting over again. The worse part is the toys and kid's clothes that I keep because I have one baby that will use everything again and I maybe will have one more in about 2 years. I'm a little bit lost with those kids things. Another thing is that I discovered that I don't love most of my things, so I'm changing them, buying new and really good stuff and replacing the old and not so good ones.

[@lessismore9847]

I need advice. At Christmas and birthdays i get given too much stuff but i dont want to seem rude. I sound ungrateful but i hate it i dont need stuff but family and friends dont listen. Do i hv to feel so guilty when i send it all to charity without touching any of it

[@marymcnally4852]

You absolutely don't have to feel bad about donating unwanted stuff. I buy anything that I definitely need or want - because I have a tiny house - and life is too short to spend surrounded by dozens of scented candles,soaps and bric a brac. Also, I have allergies that make it impossible for me to use any highly-scented items! Many of these unnecessary gifts are the result of givers' guilt in that some people feel an obligation to provide a present - no matter how random! I call this the 'supermarket dash' method of giving. The result is that the givers' sense of obligation is passed directly on to you. You can only release yourself by donating it to a good cause that'll find someone who is actually going to need or like it. A total win-win situation! I had a good talk with my family last year -and the agreement is that we are happy with nothing at all , but if they insist on gifting, we'll only accept items that we can eat or drink - because they'll only be temporary 'residents' and can be shared with visitors. You must never feel obliged to hold on to things that you didn't ask for - because time with family and friends is far more precious than 'stuff'.😉 If you explain your position and still get overwhelmed with unwanted items- then you have done your best . If people still want to waste their money - it is not your responsibility.😇

[@greggonzalez859]

I’ve had two seemingly competing urges - to both collect and practice minimalism: ying/yang, do each with a bang?

[@lynnettemurphy8243]

Greg Gonzales, I've been watching reruns of Hoarders & I'm hoping it will convince me to collect less & declutter more. But first I have to check out an auction thats on in a couple of weeks. They might have something I need. Take care & stay safe.

[@rhondakhatfield597]

Hi Joshua I have a question for you If you have a decluttered messy home that it's got more stuff for an army and you're overwhelmed because your health won't let you do but very little at a time What do you suggest

[@amyberthod]

Thank you

[@loribuick9509]

I became a minimalist in 2017 and got rid of about 80 percent of our stuff. I cleared out our 3 bedroom house, 2 floors and full basement. My husband commented on how his thoughts are clearer and he is less anxious. My problem now is my husband is refusing to tackle his books. He has 6 FULL bookshelves that are cluttering my thoughts when I walk by them. Thankfully they are in the basement, but they take up a full length wall and a bit. I have threatened, shamed, reminded him that when he dies I will be throwing them all out so he might as well help me now, but nothing works. I can almost see the empty wall and how beautiful this would be, but alas he has to do this one. Thanks for all your videos. I actually just found your teachings 2 days ago and had never heard of you before. I look forward to the day that my husband finally realizes that if he tackles this stronghold in his life, he will be much freer. Thanks again.

[@j.d.5709]

Would love to see downloadable PDFs with these types of videos.

[@pfamilychannel8880]

Thank you for sharing. I am working towards my goal.

[@cameliamartinez8978]

I’ll have more time to play with my five year old. She always says mommy you never have time to play. My response is I have to clean and it never ends!

[@cloisterene]

My goal and purpose is to save time, energy, and money.

[@redlightmax]

On my phone's playlist the title is "Stick to Decluttering with The Becker" and I thought, "Ah, so that's what he calls himself."🤷‍♂️

[@tere1198]

Are there any videos on decluttering my computer?

[@JoshuaBecker]

I have not recorded that video, yet.

[@MsOLWYNN]

Thank you Joshua. So clear, and insightful. I just have to apply it now.. wish me luck. Im fighting myself over whether " to get rid of" or "keep". This indecision freezes me, and prevents me from tackling the more difficult rooms. It sorta takes a " practise" to learn this new way. Does that make sense?🇦🇺😏❓

[@beccagiessing3890]

I struggled like u. Instead of figuring out what to get rid of, I take out my favorites first. The stuff I love. Now what’s left over is what I decide to get rid of or donate. If I’m stuck I put it in a box and place in basement for 30 days. If I don’t need it they go to a donation store.

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

I have a hard time getting rid of things so I mainly just move it out of my living space to experience the benefits. Also I am poor so I "shop" from my own stuff... If I think I need something I go through what I have to find something I can use.

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Get rid of the obvious stuff first. Then as you revisit the area in a month, you'll find more things you don't need. As time goes by, you'll find it easier to say goodbye to things.

[@MsOLWYNN]

@@beccagiessing3890 ooh taking out faves... looove this. It has resonated with me. Thank you. 🇦🇺✔👏

[@chrischabre9382]

Can you write a guide to becoming a better marketer, which will lead to less clutter.

[@hennagal7360]

Relocate Remain Remove - 3Rs thank you 🤗🌍💚

[@kittyfarmer9567]

Good insights

[@janetfuller1900]

I started in my area first. I did my clothes first.

[@gemasalmoral6781]

Thank you! Very useful !

[@mariaruiz8444]

Hi this book exist in spanish?

[@JoshuaBecker]

Yes, Más Con Menos by Joshua Becker.

[@mariaruiz8444]

@@JoshuaBecker OMG Thank you so much for answering.. Im learning english with your videos I need help with decluttering and you are the only person I can hear and I want to hear more where can i buy some of your books in spanish?

[@chrischabre9382]

What about if your an artist Joshua? Do we just give our work away or do we use it to profit, say, the homeless?

[@JoshuaBecker]

You don't have to give your work away.

[@dmurphy7951]

very helpful