The Ultimate Home Reset: Declutter & Clean Your Home in Just 2 Hours

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you Factor for sponsoring! Use code 50MINIMALMOM to get 50% OFF plus free shipping on your first Factor box at bit.ly/3Cd6xDc! I love you and hope you had a great holiday! - Dawn

[@janetwilson6865]

With 5 kids we limited gifts to 3 each to represent the magi gifts to baby Jesus. Always had candy and gum from the dog and cat. Kids were always ok with that focus.

[@bshows14]

Is this footage from last Christmas? I feel like I remember seeing some of this before?

[@debprd50]

I'm at 0

[@BlackWalnutHomestead]

@@bshows14 She spoke to Brit Frank on her podcast 11 months ago, so likely.

[@bshows14]

@lesliereed516 That's what I thought.

[@rebekahphillips2334]

Honest moment here, I've been so aggravated with my house these last 3 or 4 months. I've been decluttering for 2 years (or more) and have been feeling very frustrated at the, seemingly, lack of progress. Y'ALL!!!! We cleaned and put our house ALL the way back together from Christmas choas in LESS than 2 hours this morning!! Mopped and everything, (I rarely mop) it was amazing. Thank you Dawn for the constant encouragement. It really is happening ❤️

[@candacewiebe7929]

Good for you!!! 🎉

[@HappyHarryX5]

Yes. Been decluttering for years too and do 5 min pick ups and aim to leave every room better than when I entered it and still the house isn’t tidy but I know it’s getting better and easier to clean. It’s all about the mindset shift! Congrats on getting it together and doing the mopping. I bought a new easy to use, simple mop a few months ago, it’s a game changer! It made me realise that my main enemy was a mop where the sponge was always falling off.

[@dianasimplifies]

Great job!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@thisworldneedsjesus313]

I cried all the way to church Sunday from the feeling of overwhelm. I've been decluttering for a few years now too and feel so stuck!! I'm more stressed now than I think I've ever been in my life.

[@rebekahphillips2334]

@thisworldneedsjesus313 I am really sorry. I completely understand. ❤️ I honestly believe if we keep on it WILL get there ❤️

[@Michelle_Ellen87]

A 2 hour minimal mom video?! Merry Christmas to us!!!!!

[@GeorgiasGarden]

I love the long play videos!! Please do more.

[@britliz2818]

Haha ❤❤

[@ellie448]

I was thinking the same thing!!!

Yes!! 🙌

[@lindaroyal8161]

2 hours, the length of a movie, rather the 30 minute videos.

[@amylynn9034]

I had bought my son 2 pairs of jeans from Kohls. They were cheap (already on sale, 30% off coupon and Kohl's cash.) They didn't fit and when I went to return them the line was longing! I made the decision to donate them to a wonderful organization called "Gifts for All God's Children." No guilt and got back some time in my busy day. Praying they bless a beautiful child.

[@AZHITW]

I only made one return at Kohl's the lady at the return counter was so rude I just stopped shopping there. No more clutter from Kohl's thanks rude return lady!

[@joannemorace224]

@@AZHITWI’m like that with Gabe’s. Some rude people in this world… 😢 I choose to be around good vibes… no more Gabe’s and no more rudeness!!

[@carolsaberian4061]

great idea! good for you.

[@wesliegray1772]

Amy, I made 2 trips to Cabelas. Finally decided to just return the items rather than trying to exchange a 3rd time. No more clothing gifts. And especially from stores that are not convenient! The jeans were under $10 but cost me more in gas trying to return.

[@amylynn9034]

@wesliegray1772 I agree! Sometimes the time, gas, busy calendar stress, etc isn't worth the money. Although I'm saying this because my items were very inexpensive! Maybe a higher price tag would change my opinion.

[@seaspeaktome9167]

I had a decluttering win this holiday - my 6 year old was looking at a little toy set someone had gifted her and she said "you know, I don't really want this - I'm putting it in the donation". Felt like a major Mom win moment!

[@anaalves3658]

😂😂😂 that's fantastic! Well done mom, my 10 year old usually quotes Dawn 😂 she loves her videos and it helps her to let go of things. She currently has a gift bag of "time will tell" toys hopefully they will all go out of the house 😊

[@sharonstory6479]

Due to very painful arthritis and lack of energy due to being a senior, my home looks like a hoarders place. I found new arthritis meds and retired from my job this past summer. The body double really resonated with me, and your videos have been a Godsend! I've been playing your videos, and as long as I hear your voice, even if I'm not watching, I get up and start decluttering. Thank you a million times.

[@jaynarobinson4225]

Try taking a 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and water a day. I just heard this morning for the 3rd time that it helps with arthritis!! It’s worth a try Happy New Year 🎊

[@DeborahE7]

If you haven’t done any research on earthing yet, I’ve personally experienced it helping me immensely with inflammation. If you can’t get your feet on some grass because of the cold weather, an Epsom salt bath does wonders too and is “earthing” too. ❤Merry Christmas!

[@sharonstory6479]

@@jaynarobinson4225 Thank you.

[@sharonstory6479]

@@DeborahE7 Thank you.

[@jaynarobinson4225]

@ I pray it works for you!!

[@nicoledreibelbeis2192]

Had to pause and comment that I LOVE when my husband drives me around to do returns and/or other errands! It feels so much more manageable when I don’t have to park etc.

[@terrikuykendall7580]

I like how you continue to “do life” while you’re filming 😊. It makes it all real and honest. Thank you

[@sheilawilliamson4906]

Me too! I love how she says "you guys just keep working, I will be right back." Very real life!

[@maryssaann]

My third youngest son is on the behavioral spectrum with a tentative diagnosis of Asperger’s. A lot of our extended family doesn’t understand how exhausting it can be for us on a normal day, let alone on a holiday when we have a million places to be. I got really short, upset and we left a family gathering sooner than I anticipated. But I needed my son to feel better more than I needed to stress him out for the sake of people who don’t understand the extent of his struggles. We took a breather at home, some napped and I enjoyed some silence before we left again. We get cast out more than I care to admit because of how our son acts. But that’s just who he is. This coming year, I promised my husband and myself we will prioritize our immediate family’s wellbeing for get togethers more than we did this year. We are the only ones who have to deal with the fallout of having a son potentially on the spectrum. Other family have kids who are content to do whatever for hours and are quiet, “well behaved”. We have four boys with one who needs extra help. We have no semblance of a normal family 😂 I say that with all the love in the world to all of my boys. It’s more important to have them together and feel safe with us than to sacrifice our emotions to make other people happy!

[@SassySue67]

Maybe next year you prioritize your son by staying home on Christmas. As a child my parents never did the house to house visits. We got to stay home and enjoy our presents. My mom opened the house to anyone who wanted to visit us after 6pm Christmas night. She would have simple food items for guests. Just one 68 year olds memory of childhood Christmas.

[@LoriWillis-u7q]

Hello Mary,my youngest son has Asperger’s. He is grown now, owns his own home and has a job he loves. His preadolescent and adolescence was very challenging in that he had many meltdown s when he was stressed or overwhelmed. To help limit the meltdowns, we had as much structure as possible and we limited play dates to one other child, limited family activities to our immediate family and built in safe people for school and church. We focused on the basics at first, but then we started working towards independence . He still does not like big crowds but he does enjoy smaller functions. Asperger children have obstacles to overcome,but they are also blessed with gifts as well. Sending you prayers and encouragement.

[@JustJessie_]

Yup I hear you we have Fragile X in our house! No one understands. We can't go to peoples places. It just isn't normal like people think. So we stay home

[@ashleyslack5960]

@@JustJessie_ My mother was a one-to-one in house aid to a young man with Fragile X for years. I know "hard" doesn't cover it. May God reward you for your sacrifices for your loved one.

[@JustJessie_]

@ashleyslack5960 thank you for your comment! Brings me to tears. Blessings to you and yours !

[@cyndiesgarden365]

If you feel guilty throwing away sweets and gifts you received that you don't want, try taking it with you when you do that return day. Retail workers have a thankless job and are often scheduled to work while we are home with our families. I bet the reaction you get when you hand over a bag of goodies and say thank you for the work you do, will give you some awesome feel good feelings. ❤

[@ellenso9731]

@@cyndiesgarden365 why would you ever throw it away. Give it to friends and family❤️

That’s a lovely idea

[@cyndiesgarden365]

@@ellenso9731 I can never throw out or give away sweets...I eat them all 🤣. She had mentioned it in the video 😁

[@rebeccawiser8001]

I love this idea!

[@pnwflipper2089]

I am a teacher. I just bring things I don’t want to the teacher’s workroom and they disappear fast!

[@albertarhorne]

I’m up rather late, but I want to comment. I’m very inspired by your videos. I may never be a minimalist, but I’m learning to let go of many things. As a 70 year old mom, I’ve decided to make things easier for my adult children & declutter as much as possible before I leave this temporary place. Thanks!

[@shay-car]

Anyone else leave it be for today and enjoy the chaos just a little? I put on any new fuzzy or comfy items I got and watch the kids play with their new toys. I did the dishes out of necessity, but that’s it. It can wait!

[@ahg3814]

I do the minimum!!!! on Christmas!!! I enjoy the moments and get things cleaned up the next day! It is OK!

[@ashleyslack5960]

YES. It's STILL Christmas folks! We are IN the 12 Days of Christmas right now. Christmas isn't just a day. Enjoy the feasting, rest as you can, take out the trash, sweep the crumbs, but REST and be in the season! Lent will be here before you know it.

[@vzimmer1951]

​@@ashleyslack5960I totally agree. We didn't wrap presents until last weekend so there were no presents under the tree until Monday and the tree didn't go up until the 15th. I am not tired of Christmas. It has just started. We will have one more gift each on the 6th when we celebrate the visit of the kings. We are just kicking back and enjoying the season! ❤️

[@NickyJ311]

Yup lol I watched the new episodes of outlander yesterday and now I’m getting my home cleaned up and back to normal.

[@anitadally8991]

I did but now that it’s the 30th, I’m ready to straighten up and put away the gifts that are staying🎉

[@libertyg4402]

My husband just had a stroke before Christmas. I'm working on streamlining everything just so I can mentally survive this huge change in our life. Thank you for making the process easier. ❤

[@CristinaBalan-ui3mp]

Dawn, you literary changed my life for the better. In the begining of 2024 i have been watching your videos for a few months and decluttering just inconsistently but i have made a promise to myself that i would declutter my whole house by the end of the year. Well, time passed, i did get more into decluttering but it was still not enough. I have saved some of your videos that felt more inspireing to me on a separate playlist soni had my homework done. Just a few days before Christmas i realised a will not be able to finish decluttering by the end of the year, since i will have a full house between Christmas and new year. So i got my airpods on, played the previously saved playlist and decided i had to do something now. Because i really want peace of mind and i do deserve a easy to manage home. So i cried a little and then got my black trash bag and started rage decluttering. By the end of the day i have made incredibile progress, more than all i have made in an entire year. But now i feel eliberated, i managed to enjoy Christmas with my family like never in my life and i fell in love with my house all over again. So, thank you, Dawn! ❤❤❤

[@BrandiLaShay]

Minimal Mom The Movie- After Christmas Edition!!! I LOOOOVE this!! ❤❤

[@hannahcrumley3103]

😂👍🏼

[@kathleenrussell1932]

I was so stressed about Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. But I felt soooo much better after asking our families to bring a pot luck dish to the dinners. The appreciation from the hosts and guests was very much part of our evenings. The adult grandchildren took control of the preparation, serving and cleaning up. I decided maybe I could do another Christmas in 2025 with their help. And yes my declutterred house was less work and decorating prior the evening with little cleaning afterwords. I have been binge your KZbin episodes. I am up to 2 years..Thank you Dawn for your advice. It really works. Happy New Year to you and all your loved ones.

[@Anita-y8n4t]

Decluttering for handicapped: I'm 75 with arthritis. I scoot around the house in a walker. I used a sturdy, rather small utility cart to declutter. I used cooling racks zip tied, on the back and sides of the cart, an overlay - no cutting - to keep items from falling off the cart. I place a box in the back I my SUV and make several trips to fill the box. I deliver to Pet Pals thrift store and they unload. Previously, Items were taken off the top shelves and bottom shelves by family and placed at a level I could reach them to sort. P.S. I tended to leave the full cart a day or two then sorted. By then I was tired of seeing them and could make better choices to discard items. My family does NOT want my stuff. Any sentimental items I have given to them over time or during the declutter "adventure."

[@intherockies]

I'm so proud of you!! I also have arthritis and my back has all kinds of issues. I suffer from chronic pain and chronic fatigue so I know it's hard but look at you! Good job!!

[@rebeckaemelie]

I was decluttering my house for years and years and years. Extended family kept filling it up. Finally I just gave up and moved abroad. I told my husband and kids that they were allowed to bring 1 luggage and 1 carry-on each. Now I just throw everything I don't feel like we need in the trash. The funny thing was that when we sold the house and moved away, all my autoimmune problems went away. Apparently I'm not gluten intolerant anymore.

[@marieavila870]

I’ve heard that the US puts so many more pesticides and chemicals in our food.

[@ruthturkington1736]

If you live in Europe now, the wheat is different so that could be why no intolerance too.

[@Mmiicchh7]

Dawn, you have no idea how much your videos have helped me. I'm pregnant with my first baby and my house was stressing me out. Thanks to your tips I've been able to get rid of a lot of stuff I was to overwhelmed/guilty to let go. ❤ Greetings from Costa Rica 🦥🇨🇷

[@idid138]

The more you can get rid of now, the better! And if you can borrow any big baby stuff, you will be so happy to give it back when your little one is through that stage. My 2nd child was when the clutter really spiralled out of control. Remember when you're shopping, "just say, no".

[@kelliw5571]

I just donated 5 trash bags of stuff yesterday and the goal is to continue the declutter throughout the month of January.

[@melanievarella9714]

I’m a 5!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Just graduated my 3rd and last homeschooler this year. I was so ready for this new season in my life. I’ve been ruthlessly decluttering only about 3 weeks and this was the easiest Christmas season my family has ever had. There was no scrambling to clean the house. We hosted a huge married couple event for our church. I hosted a lunch for my friends. We hosted Christmas Eve. Christmas Morning and ended up hosting the Evening gift exchange for my sick niece and the house is still pretty clean. It’s crazy. It’s never been like this!!! I’m hosting one more family event this Saturday and I’m looking forward to it! 🤯🥳🎄❤ This ADD mom and her family are so thankful!!!

[@JanaJohnsonREI]

Instead of tidy totes I started wearing an old waitressing apron with a few extra pockets so I can stuff items in my apron as I go! That way I don’t have to worry about over filling with random items and forgetting about it, because I’m literally wearing the stuff! 😂 it works great and paired with some tennis shoes it really puts me in the ‘get it done’ mindset!

[@jan9562]

In Europe this is our "Second Christmas Day" and is a wondrful relax and reflect day. We go for a houehold/ family walk, and make fried potatoes and vegetables from yesterday - we made extra for this purpose - and chill out. We would never be taking down the Christmas festive garb; though we are gently organising things a bit. Most people will take the festive decor down within the 12 days after Christmas, so we can still be glitzy and twinkly for New Year.

[@jan9562]

Oh I think because of the time difference, it's now the 27th in the US. I'm so happy for you that you do have a second Christmas Day!

[@LoantakaBrook]

Happy St Stephen’s and Boxing Day!!! (whichever you celebrate). Only some Americans end Christmas 12/25. My family and many others celebrate the Christmas season, keeping decorations out until Epiphany. Unfortunately, many are forced to work today, like in my family so no family fun day today.

[@jan9562]

@@LoantakaBrook oh that doesn't seem right. But some jobs do need carrying on... Happy St. Stephen's! And thank you for the reminder. Here it is now Dec 26th, 19.40/ 7.40 pm. What date do you have ?

[@savannah1449]

Umm, today is the 26th in the US....

[@jan9562]

@@savannah1449 Thanks. And Merry Christmas!

[@emmadennehy6356]

I have followed you for many years now and think you and your family are wonderful. This live video really resonated with me, the way you actually struggled with some items and worked through them openly and honestly, it hugely taught me how to look & deal with my stuff. Thank you Dawn Every blessing for 2025 ❤

[@HappyHarryX5]

I now spend Christmas alone and like it. I get to order a meal or make something simple, and watch some movies while doing craft and Photoshopping old photos for new artwork. There’s no family drama and I get a pressie that I want after a lifetime of asking “Do these people actually know me?”. Some may feel this is selfish and not a special day that’s designed to be spent with friends and family. After a 32yr marriage to a narcissist I just want and need peace and happy memories and to reset and to me that is the Christmas. I removed the stigma of being alone for Christmas too. I also find I don’t over eat or buy excessively which is a bonus. It’s interesting that you were saying, “It’s (Christmas) over now.” I used to get so stressed with Christmas until I realised it was one day and one meal. Obviously there are a lot of family/school/work obligations at this time but the concept of one meal and one hit me hard and since then I don’t worry about it or think everything has to be perfect to enjoy it and to only have lovely people in my life instead of someone that wrecks every special occasion. ❤

[@ashleyslack5960]

Christmas is not one day and one meal - it is a 12-day liturgical period. It is the birth of God Incarnate. I am sorry you were in an unholy marriage - that sounds painful. I hope you'll use some of your new free time to come to our Blessed Lord.

[@HappyHarryX5]

@ I was purely talking about the practical not religious side of Christmas and yes I went to church until I was in my 30s. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

[@carolsaberian4061]

your Christmas sounds wonderful…if I am reading your description of it right you moved at your own pace, didn’t get stressed out, and made your own choices. sounds good and healthy to me.

[@HappyHarryX5]

@ Absolutely, thank you and I hope you had a great Christmas! I’ve been updating lamps, planters and vases with a stone look and it’s been fun to try new things. I’m hoping to get a few rooms of the house under control today while it’s not too hot. All the best to you and yours in 2025!

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

@@HappyHarryX5I understand about the decision, especially after a long term relationship with a narcissist. Solitude is where I find most comfort. B

[@CobbManor2829]

I have 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren and yet on Christmas Eve, I sighed, and my husband asked what was wrong. And I said, "Do you think our parents felt overwhelmed and not ready for Christmas like I do right now?" And he was like, "What? Why?" And I told him how ill-prepared I felt to host Christmas for our kids and grandkids the next day. Was the table set Ok, was the food going to be enough, was there enough gifts for everyone ....". You know what, it all turned out great. No one noticed if something wasn't up to my expectations because they didn't know. And it was all good. Had a great day. (And it isn't like this is the first time I've been "in charge" of a holiday. My oldest is 33 and I've hosted a lot more people and for longer than this year. It was a weird feeling this year.)

[@heather1778]

Absolutely the same here ❤

[@MS-sr6mj]

He said "what?" Because you do everything, huh?

[@CobbManor2829]

@@MS-sr6mj - he actually helps a lot in ways. He thought everything looked great so he didn't understand why I felt overwhelmed.

[@Kimberlee-d5l]

Christmas can be a bitter sweet time of year that surfaces many emotions. Also, there may be family dynamics at play. It is definitely a time to be as gentle as possible on ourselves. Thank you for this video! So helpful

[@kristenwolfe2100]

I’m at the end of this video and I’ve been decluttering the whole time! I now have 3 bags of donations and a full trash can! Thank you!!

[@סיוןמסלר]

As you mastered decluttering and helped so many to declutter their homes, I would love to watch a video about strategies to stop bringing in so much stuff, stop buying things and by that save money and not having to declutter every month

[@rachelmckoskybennett8285]

I like this idea very much. Halt the influx of nonsense coming into our house so there’s less to declutter to begin with. Our culture is too much into too much cheap crap. Horrible for the environment, our minds, and our homes.

[@kwanladasrijomkwan]

Thank you for another great video. Your videos are always so relaxing. I've been watching them since later years of high school. I really appreciated how your content has helped me transition into adulthood while being much more conscious not to let objects and marketing define me or parts of myself, and not to let stuff accumulate over time. It's shocking how much there is to declutter even when I'm JUST starting out my adult life. I'm very sure that I've been able to avoid many of the pitfalls of early adulthood because of this channel. (the funny downside is that KZbin always thinks I'm a middle-aged woman with lots of kids and always try to sell me family-centric travel plans and anti-aging creams).

[@julievw6520]

That's hilarious about the other content that shows up! 😂 Great job getting such a good start by listening to the wisdom from The Minimal Mom!! Love this channel!! (I'm not a middle aged Mom either. Goodness, hopefully I'm not middle aged! 😳😂🤦‍♀️)

[@lquinn410]

2.5 FULL bags of trash gone, 2 bathroom cleaned, a load of laundry folded and put away, and many other things along the way while listening to this! So awesome! Thank you, Dawn!

[@treasacrawford8178]

GIRL….I’ve been minimizing the last 4yrs & I LOVE it!!! I’d say the hardest issue is having a husband on the opposite spectrum. Thankfully he’s seen the progress & is grateful of the positivity. We find compromise & work together but honestly we’d have 1/2 the stuff if he wasn’t here 😂

[@rebacarmack8335]

My husband has hoarder tendencies- if it were up to me, we would have 60-75% less stuff, so frustrating. He often gets frustrated because he can’t find things- with so much “ stuff” everywhere it’s no wonder he’s constantly having to re- buy items☹️🤷‍♀️

[@aaoization]

"Keeping it does not right the wrong" is VERY helpful to hear. Thank you so much, Dawn!!!

[@RobertaHolland-n9c]

Love your channel. I started on my minimalism journey last year, but have decided this is the year to go way deeper. I've started in my kitchen and am taking in slow. 10-20 minutes at a time, one drawer, cupboard at a time. So far I've cleaned out pots, pans, strainers, etc that I haven't used in over a year. Can't wait to see how much I can clear out over 2025. Thanks Dawn for inspiring us!

[@MjHolt-08]

I am from Bemidji, my family is as well. My uncle Tim was Distric Attorney for years. Thank you for all you do.

[@michellesloan8025]

Dear Dawn, Thank you so much for this live tidying session. It helped me so much. Your honesty and vulnerability grounded me and motivated me to get up, clean up, and show up on a day that I was struggling. You are a gift! Thank you!

[@lindamusser7370]

Some one-use items are like a ticket you bought for an event. You go to the event, have fun, and it's done.

[@belle-v7q]

I keep commenting but recently found this channel and I even love how she talks about these things - it gives me language to help my children understand where this used to be an area fraught with tension, especially for me and my daughter now it’s given both of us peace thank you thank you thank you

[@belle-v7q]

Sorry for all the grammar mistakes that was a voice activated comment

[@nicolesheaffer4988]

I’m always at awe at the vast difference in opinions in appliances. We use our instant pot all the time! It’s been a very good worker in our house. 😂😂

[@inianidmyers766]

Dawn thank you for being so authentic! For keeping it real! Christmas 🎄 brings so many emotions excitement, gratitude, tears of joy and sadness, frustration and so on. This morning before going to work and realizing I had a little time and energy I just put a timer for 5 minutes to pickup stuff and take it there right now. After the 5 minutes I went for another 5 minutes and actually felt pretty good after. And then off to work.

[@deniseharrison1410]

I can not believe what I’ve thrown out today, I found pamphlets of when I went to England and Paris. In times gone past I would have held on to them because I have hoarding tendencies but not today, today l had a quick glance and into the rubbish they went. I’m so proud of myself and so grateful to Dawn for showing people like me it’s ok to let go 😌

[@candacestorrer867]

Dawn. I am drowning in 7 children and two parents stuff. My husband and I made a goal to go through things this year. It’s so hard. Thanks for your videos!

[@miriamjussila16]

I'm on the fence about taking the Christmas decor down today.. But today, my house doesn't feel too bad. Previous Christmasas I've felt overwhelmed, but this year I pre decluttered and it felt so much more manageable putting the new things away. Thank you, thank you, for what you teach on this channel!

[@miriamjussila16]

Circling back.. I got my Christmas decorations put away, I took all the ornaments off my tree and left my tree up, it looks nice but not cluttered. Then I went through and did a quick whole house declutter/organization and finally put up some decorations on my walls after living in my new house for almost 3 months😅 This was the motivation I needed! Thank you for the video!!

[@terramoses2929]

Thanks for all the inspiration you’ve given me the last year. Cleaned up Christmas and put decor away in less than an hour this year!! My house is never more than about 15 minutes from being guest-ready. I have more time to cook and play with my kids and take them on outings as a SAHM. Thank you thank you thank you

[@dellnichols4625]

I received a set of Corelle dishes for a wedding gift in 1972! I still have most of those dishes having used them for 52 years. I’ve added new solid white pieces over the years. We have a tiny kitchen now after downsizing two years ago, but the Corelle came with us. I use it every day!

[@AdventureswithAmirah]

❤

[@deniseharrison1410]

Oh I’m loving this, 2hrs of Dawn helping me to declutter 🥰

[@AnneBalboni]

I’ve been decluttering and watch you and Cass, enjoying it very much the last few months! It feels wonderful to keep going! I’m in transition to semi retirement, much less on my plate. You just mentioned cards and sentimental, meaningful cards. I have some writings from our late daughter, (she passed of CF) and one of my sons whose children and wife write meaningful moments with me each year on Mother’s Day. I try to do daily journaling, readings, intentions, and am also a “creative” who likes to live by the motto “busy hands, happy heart”. I am never bored. I also used cardboard and duck tape to create mailrooms, sleeping tents, the Mayflower (for Thanksgiving play) etc. those memories and mention of those times are now held in my combination art/intention/memory journals. They don’t have to be large or overly done. But they hold precious handwriting and memories I take out from time to time and it reminds me of who I am and what my legacy is when I question what my life has meant to others and myself. Creative Adventure, imagination, solid, kind and strong. I can be counted on when the going gets rough. When I feel weak, or unrestful, I glance through my journals. There is my legacy. And those I love - those here physically and those dear. ❤ Just a thought if someone finds that useful, it’s kind of a partial purge! But saving the words and writing. ❤

[@Sheli-_-]

We have had our DeLonghi for over 18 years and we love it. It was a gift from my BIL and it was top of the line back then. When we need another coffee maker we will be buying another DeLonghi. With a doubt the best appliance I’ve ever had. ☕️

[@leighchristopher220]

I’ve said this before, but I’m always comforted by the way you giggle and say “it’s fine” (don’t stress about perfection) and “ I don’t know” (we don’t need the ultimate perfect answer)…

[@strudwick66]

We don't decorate until around Dec 20, so I'm fine leaving my decorations up until the first weekend after new years. Today I need to tidy the living room. We got rid of all of the wrapping trash, bows and boxes yesterday . I'm at work right now, but I'll handle it in 20 minutes this afternoon and will feel a lot better. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I love your videos and share them often. Thank you!

[@LoantakaBrook]

Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@traceyrees3668]

Thanks to you, I was able to host my side of the family, comfortably, in the newly decorated and thoroughly decluttered loft bedroom, and the smaller guest room/Grandson's bedroom, ongoing from that we have also been able to have our Grandson sleep over for the first time as now he has his own bedroom in our house. My house and my heart are irreverocably changed, and I thank you so much. I still have more of the onion to peel, but my calm and peaceful home is worth it. ❤❤❤❤

[@SimpleLife-Courtney]

I’m on it! Ha. Was just going to put in a long video to buddy up as I reset and this popped up! I always want to reach out because I feel like you are my friend since I have followed you for years. Since your first videos. Thank you!! 🙏🏻 Merry Christmas

[@liana2136]

Hearing your thought process while sorting through things is so helpful to me. I moved in September and still have a room that looks like it did on moving day... boxes to be sorted and organized, furniture to set up, etc. Watching you is exactly the motivation I need. Thank you, Dawn, and Happy 2025!! 🎉✨ 😊

[@rhondamcgee2114]

So… I felt so depleted on Monday, Dec. 23. I was exhausted, frustrated, overwhelmed and feeling completely unready for Christmas. I didn’t feel like I had finished shopping, nothing I had already purchased was wrapped, I had not baked anything… I was actually feeling angry. That made me so sad because I absolutely love Christmas. It is my favorite time of year, yet I was angry. I have been wanting to opt out of gift giving with my family (sisters, brother-in-laws, grown nieces, nephews, etc. ) for years. Our main event is also at my parents on Christmas Eve. We usually do “White Elephant” giving, but none of us need anything, we constantly talk about decluttering, having too much stuff, not enough time and stressing over gift buying. Well, we made it through Christmas. Christmas Eve night my younger son, daughter-in-law and myself discussed how we were all “over” the stressing out because of unnecessary gift buying. We only want to rest, relax, and enjoy time with our family and friends. Myself and my daughter-in-law are full time teachers in public schools and my younger son and husband are both full time teachers and coach as well. Our older son serves in the military. There are no grandchildren for us yet, but there will be in 5 months. 💕💕💕We are exhausted by the time we get out of school -usually the Friday before Christmas. We agreed that we no longer want to participate in the family gift giving (except for maybe the younger kiddos). I mentioned that today because a conversation came up where it was shared that my great nieces received multiples of the same toys. Believe it or not I received lash back for my suggestion that we not purchase adult gifts next year! I politely disclosed that my husband and I would be opting out in 2025. I will happily take a regift/declutter box of my new/unused/gently used items and let my family “shop/choose a gift” from my stash. 🤣🤣🤣. However, I have made my stance on gift purchasing next year for adults who need or want for nothing. I suppose I’m the family “Scrooge” now, but I’m sticking to it. I can no longer live my life trying to please everyone else or being guilted or shamed. Thank you Dawn. I’m going to have to rewatch this. Happy New Year🎉🎉🎉

[@natalieeubank4533]

My grandmother stopped buying gifts for all the adults in the family but there were adults numbered in the 30 or maybe 15 kids Christmas is much more manageable for her and we have not participated in the gift giving for the last 4-5 years it is such a weight off to not have to worry about it

[@wg742]

I've been advocating for dropping the gift exchange for years now (I'm working toward minimalism in my home & get overwhelmed w/all the extra stuff). Finally, this yr I said I'm not taking part, the rest of you can do what you want. My mom agreed & told everyone she also opted out. We did no exchange, & that took a load off for everyone - we are all adults now & are clueless about what the other people are into these days, so it was truly wasted money/effort (& stress!) anyway. My parents host & had house repairs happening that could've derailed family dinner, so my husband & I took a day to help them rearrange their home to host our group & then we decided to provide a catered meal for everyone so we could avoid a heavy cooking schedule. Mom didn't want to cook at all; I didn't want to cook the whole meal & the 3rd group in our family has to travel here, so catering was ideal. Mom & I just provided a few homemade desserts & sides that we couldn't eliminate from our yearly tradition. Overall, everything was very relaxed & as a bonus, the bbq meal we bought was delicious. Win win win win!

[@rhondamcgee2114]

@@wg742 That is so encouraging! How nice that you had time to help your parents out with their house and all agreed to a catered meal. I’m sure your family who was traveling appreciated that as well. You eliminated a great deal of stress for everyone. Maybe my family will eventually figure this out! But I have already declared to them, and given them 363 days notice 🤣🤣 that myself and my husband will not be participating in gift giving for adults at my mom & dad’s in 2025. My mom will be 77 and my dad 75 in a few days. We don’t have a full meal on Christmas Eve- my Dad usually cooks a ham, my mom will make beans and/or potato salad, and the other families will bring sides, snacks, desserts, etc., Since there are 27-30 of us, we do buffet style. It’s still quite a bit of preparation/planning and my mom also continues to work full time as a high school administrative assistant, so she’s exhausted too. May I ask if you have younger children in your family (under 18), and if so, do you buy for them, are names drawn for them, etc.,? There will be eight kiddos next year, under 18, ranging from 14 down to 6 months (the 6 month old will be our first grandchild). I’m not opposed to buying for the kids, but I have been buying for all 7 of the under 18s, and that is also very difficult, not to mention getting more and more expensive and we keep growing, so I’d like to pare that down as well. Happy New Year! 🎉🥳🎉

[@only1joy]

BRAVO! You are my hero!

[@bitrudder3792]

@@rhondamcgee2114 - I'm sorry you had another stressful holiday, and I'm so glad you got a great plan moving forward. I wanted to share with you, a teacher, how I indulge my love of giving without doing Christmas gift exchange at all. A very dear friend became a mom. Now she has two children, and the older one just started school. For most of this time, they have been a one-car family, which adds up to a lot of isolation with the company of only toddlers for most of the day unless family was visiting (mixed blessing, in-laws, clashing parenting styles). I decided to bring back the custom of "calling on people" by visiting in person when they were available to receive me. And I really wanted to connect with the kids because of how special it made me feel when my much older sister took time out for me. Gave me cool books. So of course, when I went shopping for gifts for birthdays, I thought of books! Neither regular bookstores nor teacher stores had the variety I was seeking and of course the prices were insane. So I did what any logical book lover would do: I started going to secondhand bookstores and thrift stores. Wow! For literally pennies on the dollar, there was a gold mine of goodies! So I stocked up so that each time I popped over to visit I could bring a book or two for the kids as a treat. (With full instructions to mom on where she could easily resell it if her bookcase got too full, if she didn't like it, if the kids didn't like it etc.) Fast forward from the beginning… The child in school is getting compliments on how well he can read compared to the other kids! When I see the kids anywhere they always ask "Do you have a book for me?" Music to my ears! (Even though mom has to correct them on their manners 🤣🤣🤣.) When my own daughter became an honorary "Tia" and godmother to a friend's child, she gifted the little girl with a song that she wrote about her, and recorded it while playing her ukulele. Totally made me cry when I heard it. 🥲 And she and I are having a great time thrifting together for books for these children. This is such a no-pressure tradition to bring love all through the year. I wish you many blessings in 2025, because giving up stress at Christmas is not the same thing as being a Scrooge!

[@MaineGirlOutdoors]

Oh my goodness the Bundt pan decoration 🤣🤣❤️. I needed this video today. I'm playing it in my earbuds as I putter and try to bring some sanity back into my home. Thank you Dawn. ❤️

[@PuzzlesC4M]

I have a tip for “The Neon Shirt Problem.” I have one storage box dedicated to things like painting/ project clothes, costumes, and other spirit-wear type things. If someone “needs” a jersey or tie dye shirt or tiara, we have them, but they don’t take up closet space. Painting clothes are also there because I don’t need to store them in my valuable drawer space year round. I also keep my designated trick or treat costume in there (poodle skirt) and use it every year.

[@yvettenguyen2275]

I felt overwhelmed on christmas and felt off. The day in the end went well. I am thankful to see it's okay and I wasn't alone in feeling this.

[@mintbutterfly10]

We love our air fryer and it even does “boiled eggs”. Hash browns, baked potatoes and sweet potatoes, fish, turkey breast or chicken breast….. it’s been an excellent employee to us. Rather than eat out we have many quick options and it wasn’t hard to learn. I highly recommend learning from Holly from Spend With Pennies. She has never steered me wrong.

[@SimplyAtHomeMom]

Dawn, we grew up in a very cluttered home and the fridge had so many pictures. Though I didn’t have a very cluttered home as a young mom, I did have pictures and kids magnets on the fridge. It was so normal for me. But when I cleared off the fridge doors of magnets and pictures, even schedules, after a few days I felt SO CLEAN AND TIDY in that space that had felt so CHAOTIC! Absolutely yes to that suggestion it works!! I’d recommend one of those shadow box frames for art work that you can keep putting the new work in if that is important in your current season of life!

[@veronicatallman9160]

After watching the whole gift giving issues, I am sooooo thankful that our families love gifts of homemade preserves. The only people that get store bought gifts are the grandchildren 18 years and younger. Everyone else gets a homemade gift basic with a few preserves, dehydrated apple slices ( a huge hit and absolute must) soup-in-a-jar, cookies-in-a-jar, and a tiny bit of baking. And the baskets are made according to family size. For instance a family of 6 gets more than a bachelor. Anyway … it makes Christmas shopping so easy and things just get used up.

[@carolsaberian4061]

if I were a member of your family, I would love receiving one of these gifts. this is a great idea and the “using it up” part is terrific.

[@emmanarotzky6565]

I really like consumable gifts! You get all the thrill of giving people things but nobody ends up with clutter.

[@Anne-v5n]

I decluttered and deep cleaned 1/2 of my kitchen with you while the video played. I appreciate you. I’m planning to sort and clean the other half tomorrow.

[@TEly-y8f]

Ready to un-decorate my house but my husband likes it up until New Years, so I am accommodating that🙄. We sit a garbage bag in the room as we start opening gifts & that helps somewhat with keeping the floor clear. Honestly, I started 2 weeks ago just by straightening up closets or drawers as I was in them or just trying to keep things picked up every day. "I live by the rule of, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" in all areas of my home. This one rule keeps my house feeling manageable for me....... Great Video today, Thanks Dawn for your time & sharing with us.....Something we do every year, if we receive something we don't care to keep we donate it. I always have an old Christmas gift bag full & I have no guilt about it. Someone else will enjoy those things.

[@kathygann7632]

I got Cutco knives when my son was selling them in high school. They sharpen them for free, and replace any that are worn. He is now 44 and they are still great. I live by myself and I’ve found that I just can’t get through broccoli or blueberries during peak freshness so now I buy Costco frozen organic fruits and veggies which has no waste.

[@theresadutcher4750]

I started decluttering again yesterday. listened to this while going through my wardrobe. A whole box to donate. the rule of 7 really helped! it is one I haven't heard before. Been a minimalist for many years but the past 2 years were crazy and things got pretty chaotic... it is SUCH a relief to see my home again the way I like it.

[@SylviaLaidlow-Petersen]

I love the relaxed feel of Christmas after the main day and I feel I want to touch base with our ancient ancestors who celebrated the 12 days of Christmas, starting on 25th December through to 5th January. They celebrated many saints' feasts during that time. For example, today (Boxing Day, 26th Dec) is the Feast of St Stephen. Once all the leftovers are used up and family time spent together, then I feel it is time to sweep the boards clean and start afresh into the New Year (when children return to school). Your video gives me inspiration for when I am ready! Thank you!

[@izabelarobinson3639]

Thanks so much Dawn for this video. I especially appreciated the moments when I saw the struggle that you went through with a few of the items. Honestly, I realized that it's the anticipated struggle that keeps me from attempting or starting a declutter project!! It was sooo helpful to see how you dealt with this. And to receive some modeling for how to overcome that!! I'm sooo pumped to start! Thank you!!!! 😊❤

[@bonnytiley3998]

For kids art work, I use these cool picture frames I got on Amazon & just switch them out when them bring new ones home. I have 4, 2 for each kiddo, and they serve as my art work in my office/dining area

[@danyd.8181]

Thank you again! After years, most of the time, just your voice motivate me!!

[@pattym2402]

You can give a can of tea to the letter carrier with the cookies. Merry Christmas and happy New Year.🎄🎄

[@laurenchayazahavamusic9973]

"Peace over possessions" . New motto! Thanks dawn! Love u ! Xoxo

[@khristyruss2150]

Dawn I appreciate you talking about the range of emotions you felt at Christmas; it was a relief to know it’s not just me! You do feel guilty for feeling annoyed when life is so good. Thank you!

[@Daffodils-z1c]

You are the absolute best at this! So relatable, honest and down to earth - I can feel myself relax each time you give a heartfelt permission to be imperfect, to be limited in what I can do, to just let go.. Thank you and God bless 💕🙏✨

[@christinequintana881]

Saving this one for later. We don't take down decor until after Epiphany in January. I haven't even had time to enjoy my decorations yet! Lol.

[@retiredatlast6206]

Regarding wrapping paper, this year I decided to go rustic; I bought a large roll of plain brown paper to wrap the gifts and tied it with brown twine. It looked really nice, and I can use the paper to wrap presents during the rest of the year. Another thing I have done is save the comic section of newspaper (back when I received newspapers) and the recipients got a double whammy. Years ago, I used to send “care” packages wrapped in comics to my son when he worked at a camp during the summer. Everyone got to read the comics.

[@brendalamprecht7655]

Dawn, thank you so much for your words of wisdom and kindness. You're right, we can't do it all and having someone remind me, other than my spouse, is such a relief. Happy holidays!

[@jas021]

15 minutes into your video is the latest point I manage to throw something away, that had been hanging around... You motivate me every time. There is no cleaning or decluttering without one of you declutter/organization mamas.

[@lisaann6267]

Ive had the same 4ft white tree with cardinals and a few other things on it for 3 yrs. i came down with a bad cold so all plans got canceled. as i began to feel better, i started putting table top things away. the tree made me down, i decided to donate the whole thing ecept the small scandanavian items. next yr i will get a 3ft spruce green tree. easier on my shoulders, i live alone & and arthritis. i feel much better now.

[@homersmom]

Just now getting around to watching this after cleaning and putting back together our very small house that has been packed with family for the last few days. I have been all over the place emotionally and I soooo appreciate you sharing your own experience. I have been feeling guilty for not being joy filled every moment. You made me feel not so alone. 😭

[@ndavies9384]

Love your channel and your insights! Watching you definitely brings my motivation scale up a couple of notches, thank you! I have found a bin in the trunk of my car super helpful for returns and other things that need to be dropped off or taken somewhere.They are out of my space and off my need to get to list. I often jump in the car for a quick errand and if items are already in my car (with needed return slips etc.) I am able to quickly incorporate them towith my errand. I also intentionally don't buy things I have doubts about keeping from places I rarely shop at to simplify the time I spend returning things. I know I will be back to Walmart soon, so if there is something I am undecided about, I can buy it knowing returning it if it doesn't work, will only be a few seconds of my time on my next visit. Thanks again!

[@juliannelay248]

I do the same!

[@christisjoypinson5599]

Dawn, you're "post-Christmas" declutters have become a tradition in my household...and GOD BLESS YOU FOR IT!!! 😂 🎉 The perfect reset after the wonderful flurry of the holidays! Love you, Sister! PSALM 103 💖

[@MittenPrepperVet]

I have been doing a combo of rage purging, Swedish Death Cleaning and overall down-sizing EVERYTHING in our place the last 6 months. I regularly donate to multiple local charities in my city but I did THE MOST EVER this year. I'm tired of seeing "stuff" that screams why did you buy me? Why haven't you used me and so on. *ugh* With every item/bag/box leaving here makes me feel SO much better, AND I can help other families.

[@mollynavratil1633]

MOST GRATEFUL FOR sharing your icky christmas feelings....and reminder to keep things proportionate. Thank you, Dawn!!!

[@debramarcotte2243]

We decided to only buy gifts for the kids this year. What a relief!! I was a little worried because my adult daughter thought it was depressing but the joy of not having to go through what you had to with all the gifts was amazing!Nothing under the tree to sort through!! I loved it!! Decluttering is exhausting and I saved myself that grief. By the way, you have been a tremendous help in my decluttering process..thank you!!

[@lifeinthegap6944]

We have downsized so much, it was nice just having one Christmas bin. I was able to take down Christmas, put everything in the bin,walk it down to my shed, and put the house In order in under 20 minutes.

[@rebeccablackburn9957]

I broke my ankle in 3 places in June. Been a long journey. I am finally walking with a walker. My house is usually minimal but because of my injury it has really built up so much stuff. Plus expired food in pantry and fridge. It has been driving me crazy!! I just started again yesterday decluttering again. Should be done by end of next week. Feels so good! Thank u for keeping me motivated!

[@zandymartin4751]

The video I needed while cleaning today. Searched- 2025 reset and Minimal Mom was a step ahead. Let's declutter y'all and make this a happy new year! 🎉

[@sunnyfolding]

With items that cost money, that end up not working for us, my new conclusion is that it was a "lesson" I had to go through, to see if that item would work for us. 🤷 Lessons usually cost a little money. And at the end of the day, that price is worth it, for the experience that gave you the knowledge needed. ❣️

[@gailtester8749]

Thanks Dawn. I took down my entire interior Christmas during this video. I’d take a little aside to see something you were talking about but just kept working. It inspired me to let go of even more! I have my tree ornaments down to a shoe box now!! If it’s not flat it went! I’m loving my minimalist decor!!!!

[@havilahs1769]

Thank you Dawn for helping normalize the “holiday hangover”…my husband and I woke up feeling so unmotivated and exhausted today. Even our 5 month old seemed off from all the holiday stimulation.. My 2 year old was still the energizer bunny! I turned this video on and it helped give me the motivation I needed to just do the dishes from dinner. Also, please do more 2+ hour videos!! You’re the best body double buddy ever!

[@emmib1388]

That is how I woke up on Thursday..

[@jillevangeline]

Please do more clean with me Im getting so much done this morning! - replay. Also from Minnesota I'm in Wyoming ❤❄️

[@juliannelay248]

I've spent decades in Missouri [plus several other states] but am originally from Minnesota. [Former farm girl]

[@angelaharris-haut66]

Thanks so much for this video! Great way to start the new year. I've been in maintenance mode for several year, but still found several bags of trash and a trunkload to donate. I also got my holiday decor all put away while watching and listening. Happy New Year!!!

[@hvnelson93]

Yesterday's emotions were crazy! So thankful to have our 2 bio daughters but grieving not having our past foster son this year after having him the last 2 Christmases. And current foster babies are spending the holiday with mom, which is SUCH a great thing, but still miss them. The mom guilt of feeling like we couldn't give our girls enough to make up for the loss they've experienced this year!

[@krystlehammond1447]

I'm in the same situation over here. I feel like missing our foster daughter who reunified a few months ago and our previous foster was sick an unable to visit has rwally out our holidays in a funk. Our FD was placed in our home last Dec 18th. Just a hard month this year. I hope your new year brings visits and peace. ❤

[@candiceburgess557]

Love your videos dawn you give me inspiration everyday. Thank you for videos love listening to your videos as I am cleaning and. Declutter.

[@lauriepowell3959]

1 in bed watching you guys! But I am napping intermittently because I have bronchitis. Love your encouragement. Happy holidays! Hee, hee! Dear Minimal Mom: I could tell you had NO energy, so I set the playback speed to 1.5 I hope you Rest and Recoup ASAP

[@dianasimplifies]

Oh no get well soon! I got sick on Christmas Eve so I missed the entire thing then my mom got sent to the ER and had surgery today and I missed that too thankfully sister and dad are both with her. 😩

[@nicoleziegler1486]

2. Christmas was very overstimulating for myself and kids. We have guests and the house is a wreck and there’s SO MUCH NEW STUFF. Need this reset ❤ thank you

[@elizabethmiller4963]

Diana happily opening a Tupperware of ambrosia salad was pure Christmas joy 😄❤

[@Heather.C.ButterflySage]

The 12 Days of Christmas begins on Christmas Day and ends with the Epiphany in January. So I’m cleaning the house & picking up after Advent season & the lead up to Christmas (and we’ve spent the past week and a half with the flu at our house!). I have some ornaments to put out & want to add white fairy lights to brighten up the space & ring in the new year. Thanks for the motivation, community, & encouragement to take small steps & keep going as we are able. 🕊🎄✨

[@user-uc3ep6qc5o]

I LOVE Christmas, plan for months, handmade gifts this year I’ve been poorly with low B12 and Flu since early December. Every thing was pared down hardly any decorations up , less activities, family visits but lots of rest and it’s been ok and made me realise even though I enjoyed the big Christmas it was a load of stress. Been decluttering for 2 years with Dawn,Cass and Dana . It’s so worth it most the house can be put back together in 15 minutes. Just need to conquer the craft room😂😂😂😂

[@blessedforever3325]

I may be the minority but I still am enjoying my holiday decor and we are having a large New Years Eve party so the Christmas decorations are staying up until Jan 3rd. I love it !! But I did make sure it’s clean and tidy!!

[@natashagonzalez5946]

Love you Dawn! :) You are very encouraging and motivating! I'm thankful to God for you. :)