This can INSTANTLY improve your life

[@Clutterbug]

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[@Kathy-ct2tq]

Thanks! I would be your friend every day!!

[@Kathy-ct2tq]

but I had hens and they are hard work - and they die easily which made me stressed.

[@Nithrade]

Erm, for downloading the free book the homepage wants my full address, or I can't have it. I don't feel comfortable to giving it. Do I just use some bogus address?

[@breenett2210]

For a free e-book, you certainly require all of my information including a billing address -- for which to send no bill. WHY? This makes me feel like you're just going to sell my information. If it's really free, why not just give a link to a download? This feels super sketchy.

[@HourglassTones]

^ I've designed websites: It's requesting that info bc the website is designed (programmed) to process sales. For example, redeeming a coupon for most major retailers requests a promo code, and then generally asks for your info because the site is still processing a transaction. Anyways, Thank you for the free ebooks Cas! Your content is always so helpful 🙌💖

[@sallywilkins9593]

Cas! Did you not just tell us a couple of days ago that you have too much going on right now?? No chickens girl. No chickens. Especially if you don't eat many eggs!

[@shelly1224]

Oh my....on chickens. If you don't like eggs or you don't want them for meat. I would say just go visit a friend witth chickens. They can be a ton of work.

[@caramoonlynn]

And chickens can be MEAN!

[@celinescrappassion2184]

OMG your comment just cracked me up! ''just go visit a friend with chickens!'' hahahahahahha so funny! I was laughing out loud!

[@sunflowers6172]

Chickens are cute and if you watch them run it is hilarious 😂

[@TheMaplayer]

I'm divorced and a mother of three young boys. I work full time as an assistant nurse and some days I just feel overwhelmed with,, life. I just wanted to write and tell you that your videos help me so much. Your positive energy and attitude is contagious. Thank you for that. Love from Sweden ❤

[@-Mieke]

you've got it! ✨️And you don't have to be the perfect mother all the time❤🍀✨️🤗

[@annamaxflair]

when I meet people I don't ask them what do they do, I ask what brings you joy in life.

[@mis7089]

What a blessing you are. We had old friends over for dinner last year and she asked me 3 times well is that all you do? Being a wife, Mom, business owner was not enough in her book. I felt so judged. Needless to say I felt attacked and hurt. Thank you for your inspirational view.

[@Ahonui77]

I like this. ❤

[@annamaxflair]

@@mis7089 Oh love, 1 that person isn't your friend- my personal opinion. Forget business owner, being MOM and running a household is the most challenging job anyone can do. Women were designed wrong, we should have been born with 8 arms like octopus lol. Tending to the growing development of other souls, the health of other souls in every way, running a household, bet there are aging parents in your life as well. 2 Also bet you are putting YOU last on the long list of life tasks, You need to find breathing space and care for yourself. 3 You are running a business on top of all of that. YOU are rocking life, you get to choose your priorities. The next time you have a guest who makes you feel judged under your own roof, please ask them to clarify what they mean by "is that all you do". Set that person straight and remember there was a doorway for them to enter, show them the way out. You have the right to not be judged in your own home by people who don't live your life. 🥰

[@annamaxflair]

@@Ahonui77 , It's a little thing that can help others feel good, it seems to take some hands off guard lol, but gives them the gift of choosing what they will communicate with you about. To borrow Death's line in from Bill & Ted, You may be a king or a little Street-Sweeper but sooner or later you gonna dance with the Reaper. We all have a different purpose and unique way to be valuable beyond $$$ earned.

[@goodtroublemaker143]

I would run and hide if someone asked me that. I would have no idea how to answer that.

[@marlascrafty5390]

If you don't particularly like eggs or chickens, then what you really need is a friend that has chickens. That way, when you visit your friend you can also get your chicken fix at the same time.

[@lyndi9082]

perfect!! .. or the farmers market... fresh eggs last when not put in the fridge

[@Sourpusscandy]

Right! Start out as the chicken-aunty!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Adulting is hard. You can say that again. When we're kids, we all want to be adults, and then we are adults we want to be kids again.

[@Tigertame4]

I would NEVER want to be a kid again. I’m 66 and have never wanted to be a kid again.

[@diamant1081]

When I was a child again I had to go to school again. No thank you.

[@diamant1081]

The only reason whenever I wish to be a child again is that I have my parents back. They died 4 and 2 years ago. I miss them terribly.

[@mothdust1634]

For some, I am so glad to be an adult even though I am failing at it.

[@lyndi9082]

@@mothdust1634 not failing... but it aint easy!

[@TheFractalStorySpinner]

Here's what I always think about keeping chickens, or any livestock: who will take care of them when you leave? Seriously. You can't drop a bunch of chickens off at your vet for boarding. If you don't like eggs, does your family? Are you planning to eat those chickens? Isn't it easier to just pick up a dozen eggs when you need them and get nicely packaged chicken thighs at the store? Are you prepared to deal with the cost of keeping chickens? In summer they can scratch for bugs and what not, but you're in Canada! What happens in the winter? I mean chicken feed ain't chicken feed, know what I mean? And you have to protect them from the elements. And predators. You're in the country. Are there foxes, coyotes, wolves, bears? Sasquatch? You may find out that there are at the worst moment. Are you planning a cottage industry to sell the eggs? Check the local food selling regs. Hmmm...Gosh, don't you have enough going on with being a firefighter, and your amazing YT channel and having had an HGTV show? I told my husband about that and seriously, we're both fangirlling you for it. You will be in the best shape of your life and you've got that big textbook to learn...Have I talked you out of the chicken thing yet? (By the say, I once had a friend who became a chicken farmer. She went from city slicker to chicken farmer...It's work. Really hard work.) BTW, I'm 65 and just now starting classes for my PhD. You go girl, in all you want to do! But maybe the chicken thing...uh...no.

[@jenniferpapuga9362]

Also, the yard floods every time it rains, so you need a high dry place for them.

[@barqu1636]

I agree. I have an elderly neighbor who had a medical emergency that put her in the hospital for a week. I took care of her pets, plants and chickens while she was in the hospital. If I hadn't stepped up, who knows what would have happened to them.

[@emeraldtiger7135]

@@barqu1636 you'd be surprised how well they take care of themselves here in South Florida. We have wild chickens everywhere and they seem to be doing just fine, perhaps they're taking life lessons from the city birds.

[@evebenoit6368]

@@emeraldtiger7135 Right. But Cass is in Ontario, Canada. It snows 7 months out of 12.

[@lisacannon7237]

I found out the hard way that very few people join groups and classes alone so it still makes it very challenging to make friends in those spaces. People don't go there to make friends, they go to spend time with their friends taking part in something.

[@72dodge340]

Perfect opportunity to join an existing friend group!

[@edennis8578]

​@@72dodge340Oh, sure. Remember cliques in high school? This is worse.

[@ashpsw33]

I found this as well unfortunately and being in my 40s I find others are set in their friendships and not eager to make new one’s 🤷‍♀️

[@lisacannon7237]

@@ashpsw33 Same. I'm just shy of my 50th birthday, and finding friends seems next to impossible.

[@christinaknutson813]

I am sorry you've had that experience. I belong to a scrapbooking/crafting group that meets twice a month at a senior center. We always welcome new people and we've all become very close. It's our therapy. We have new people join us several times a year and those people come back every month. I do know that other people have had experiences similar to you in other crafting groups. Just keep trying. You'll find your people. One lady in my crafting group I met at a Bunco party that I heard of on Craigslist. That was 5 years ago. Don't give up. Maybe volunteer? animal shelters? food centers?

[@taraamundson1140]

Stop Cass!!!! Breathe!!! Enjoy what you already have!!!! I lived a hyped up life for so long!! It is an addiction and when you force yourself to slow down, your mind will slow down. And you can live a simple life. Doing what you do well. Do it for your husband! And for your viewership. That busyness keeps so many from simplifying their homes. It doesn’t have to be boring. It can be deeply fulfilling and satisfying. Just my 2 cents-❤

[@melissawilliamson3218]

Love this comment! Even if Cass doesn't read this comment, it was just what I needed to hear. Thank you!!

[@emilysicignano]

the coop isnt enough, you also need an enclosure for the coop to stop predators.

[@lyndi9082]

AND a yard that doesn't flood (unless chickens are coming inside during the storm vs drowning). NO CHICKENS CAS.. your plate is plenty full imo🚫🐤🚫🐥🚫

[@rachelphelps6347]

Let the chicken idea go Cas. They might end up drowning in your backyard that gets flooded! I know people who got rid of their chickens because of the smell, especially when it rains, chicken poo smells awful and wet chicken poo even worse!! Chicken coop, chicken feed, chicken feeders and watering cans, going out to care for them in all kinds of weather, etc. As for the chicken idea, "This too shall pass!!" Just let it go Cas, let it go!!

[@mweinheim7911]

Thanks!! The first thing I thought of was her yard FLOODING!!! Chickens are so much work!!

[@stowie7733]

Here is something that my daughter and I do…1-2 times a month, we go out for coffee together. We usually go to my DIL’s bakery (where sometimes we run into my son) but also will head to a mom & pop cafe for a full meal. This has helped our bond grow even stronger. So, start by taking your daughter’s out for on-on-one time. They will come to cherish those moments. I also have done this with my son, but his schedule is crazy so I usually just head to his house to visit (they just had a baby!).

[@sg3252]

Ah... The baby chick fever. Been there done that. Chickens were neat To have and raise and I'm glad I had that experience, but they were so much work! Some advice: Prefab coops are usually too small for chickens. Chickens get sick easily and if they don't get sick and die they end up getting eaten by a predator. Most vets do not treat chickens and if they do they are classified as an exotic pet and will cost you more. You basically have to be your own chicken doctor. Chickens are loud and messy. They poop everywhere. Hens sing a song when they lay eggs and rooster crow anytime they want to not just at sunrise. Some other issues: dealing with frostbite on the chickens combs and wattles in the cold winter months and dealing with their water freezing. In the summer they can get heat stroke and die. Take it from someone who raised chickens, don't get them especially if you don't eat eggs and don't plan on selling eggs or raising chickens to eat. There are easier things to do in the homestead hobby than raise chickens. ;)

[@Kismetakiss]

Ps. We are all your friends here Cas!!! 😉

[@lyndi9082]

♥♥♥

[@magietagie]

I always had trouble maintaining friendships with girlfriends as well. Then I went to my first Sci-fi convention. I am a big Sci-fi nerd. I met some people, joined a meet up group. I ended up making some amazing friends! 18 years later, I am still friends with almost all of them. They are my people! And I truly have found my place in the world! So, I echo the advice of finding people through common interests or hobbies! Not only will you be able to do things together that you all enjoy but, you will always have things to talk about that you find interesting!

[@lyndi9082]

SOOO FABULOUS!!

[@martievanderwalt4140]

It's so likely that you will not even read this message, but maybe I just need to write it down for it to become a reality. I have everything I've been asking for in my marriage, my kids my home, my work (from home) my salary (other than my home and car, I am debt free) With all that said, I am feeling very alone, can't find anything to do in the area yet, and can't find someone to do it with, like a gym partner, or a craft buddy, or someone that will take a walk with me during the day. I am SUPER thankful for everything I do have, and at the risk of sounding like I am complaining, this is something I truly need. I believe that having a "buddy" will motivate me to do more things, other than work. Thanks so much for your ebook. I am going to download this now, and start working on what I can. ❤❤❤

[@JimmieHammel]

I was pretty light on friends, so I joined 2 local writers groups. Now I have so many friends, and it's so much fun. So I think the doc 's recommendation is perfect.

[@lyndi9082]

I volunteered for sea turtle rescue plus time at the grade school... definitely met some awesome people! Love the writers group idea!!

[@Notable2Nikki]

The hair twirl while fake talking on the phone. LOL!

[@neenabentley5875]

No chickens! 'nuf said. I read through a lot of the comments, and don't have anything new to say, but as a chicken-sitter when my friends are gone... let me just say that I'm always thrilled when they're back home!!!

[@amberlinamiller4862]

I haven't even watched the video yet. But Cass I have to tell you that YOUR AMAZING! Your videos helped me get though several mentally draining, hard and emotionally exhausting events and situations. My son just turned 9 MTHS and your videos got me to actually get up and accomplish what i could during my pregnancy and post partum. THANK YOU for everything you do.

[@amberlinamiller4862]

@@brittg6148 love!!!!!! Our little guy was born 9.6.23

[@NovasYouTubeName]

Nice comment!!❤❤

[@lyndi9082]

My daughter is 42... but same! lol LOVE these videos and podcasts Cas gifts to us 🥰

[@Kate.g.]

Very nice video Cass 💛 For chickens it is not authorized in all cities, there are standards (such as a maximum number of chickens, health standards, etc.). My colleague had chickens and it's surprisingly a lot of maintenance and still expensive, you have to feed them, clean them, maintain the enclosure, we are in Canada you have to remember that in the fall/winter/spring the chickens have to had a heated place, that we cannot skip a day without feeding them, therefore more complicated travel etc. I sincerely believe that with everything you do and work (which is incredible), this is a lot of extra work 😅 in my humble opinion perhaps taking it all more relaxed during your free time would perhaps be better, for now 💛🙂

[@lyndi9082]

🚫🐤🌊

[@michelletennyson8535]

She lives out in the country so I doubt that’ll be an issue. I have chickens and I find them rather easy to take care of and after you get the coop and I initial stuff, it’s pretty inexpensive to take care of them! Especially compared to other animals like cats or dogs.

[@Kate.g.]

@@michelletennyson8535 She lives in Canada 😅 and me too, you are probably american, but I written that because I am in the same country 🇨🇦

[@melindafalls1227]

As far as chickens go, before you get them Keep in mind that they have to eat and they need water and you have to clean up after them. So if you don't like fresh eggs or chickens in general you should probably pass on the baby chicks.

[@michellehacking2375]

Cass, I adore you, so I am going to point out that you are (what my family and I refer to as) "hyper-oojamaflipping" - doing all the "things", with increasing velocity. In ADHD it happens because of our constant need to manually restock our dopamine levels. Each time those levels start to settle (cos let's face it, contentment isn't stimulating), we feel the need for a new high. We (our family) pull each other up because we have all experienced the inevitable crash that comes with too much fun. It feels and looks AMAZEBALLS all the way to burnout. You actually helped me rein it in a little and keep a lid on it. One very precious piece of advice you have given us recently is to always leave 20% free space. I apply that rule now to my time and money. As for chickens, homesteading looks so glamorous -but it comes with many caveats. No warm sleep-ins (ever), chicken mites making their way into your furnishings (they bite us), some awful sounds at the crack of dawn, and the poop -everywhereee if you free range, and the stench of it is an absolute assault. If you don't even like eggs, I can think of no worthy reason to put yourself through it. Get a goat or something. Stay awesome Cass -one oojamaflip at a time!

[@elizabethdemerchant6408]

We have a lake-side cottage way out in the country, and somewhere in the neighbourhood, someone has a rooster. How do I know? Because that thing NEVER stops crowing. Never. Even if the owner doesn't mind the noise, everyone else nearby has to listen to it as well. It is just like living near a dog that never stops barking. The owner goes deaf to the sound, but the rest of the neighbours are being driven crazy-pants. I don't know anything about chickens, But I know that I don't care for noisy roosters. I hope that you have good luck finding a new friend. Anyone would be lucky to have you for a pal.

[@julietannOsfan1972]

How annoying. The noise would drive me crazy.

[@susiemejia7917]

Without our health the other areas are even more tough to deal with. It took me a longtime to get this. Fortunately I still have my health.

[@PeggySue-RL]

Yes you are right n I’m 73 n changing everything in my life to do and be who I really am. You have to get out of toxic environments n find people who laugh n hug you when you have a bad day. Thank you🥰

[@Lilangellie]

Cass- I wish we lived near each other, I would love to be your friend! My list of adult friends is miniscule, and I want to change that!! Relationships and health/wellness are also my 2 biggest areas that I need to work on. I, too, had weight loss surgery and am still trying to find a balance. Thank you for another great video. You always make me smile, you have such a warm and glowing personality 🌻☀🕶

[@mariaabilock526]

Your printable and ebook is so helpful for identifying the areas to focus on, Thank you! As for chickens... it is all pretty simple until a chicken gets sick or stops laying or is a rooster (if you can only allowed to keep hens in your city). I kept backyard chickens for 9 years and during that time i had 3 flocks. Hens have 2 good laying seasons and one okay season and then their egg production drops off, but they still take your time, attention, and resources. Having a plan for rehoming them or processing them for soup is importnat... or dedicating yourself to having them for life (7-10) years, even if most of the time they are not producing eggs. I'm glad to be past the season of raising chickens. We moved on to kitty/cat fostering afterwards and did that for 7 years (52 kittens/cats over the 7 years).. We no longer do that anymore either. We're into simplifying now.

[@fabienneclavier5984]

Before getting chickens make sure you have a good spot for them, considering your backyard floods easily (and you don’t want that coop too close to the house, because noise and smell can get old fast!). As for the things I need to work on, well fitness and relationships are the ones for me too! Thanks for the tips.

[@lyndi9082]

Just say no ... to chickens! 🚫🐥

[@priscillacarvalho-lovell2898]

I have 4 Layer chickens. They are free range. They are work. You can never get a vacation. They need to be feed daily and they operate with the daylight hours where I live in the Caribbean. So as the sun rises and sets I have to deal with them. They do not always give eggs leaving me to work hard to try to see what is wrong now. They require constant daily attention. But I love that I get my own eggs so I feel abundant.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tracyforister3207]

Making friends is harder as we get older. Everyone has friendships established. When I moved to the States in 2002 ,I never met anyone . But I do volunteer at a mobile food market and have done for years now and made some great girl friends there. But they both have kids and it's hard for them to schedule regular meetups . Cas, if you want a new overseas friend, I'm here . Love all your content . Keep smiling .

[@emilysragz]

Maybe just have regular visits to chicken farms and talk to farmers about maintenence if that's a possibility for you? I also feel like if your property turns into a lake every now and then that may be dangerous for the chickens too. We had a hobby farm growing up (in Ontario) with horses, bunnies, pigs (at one point), ducks and for a brief moment we did have chickens. My mom was maintaining everything and because I was allergic to everything I just got the benefit of seeing things kinda at a distance. My mom loved the ducks that would swim in our pond, but hated the chickens and found them "dirty" in her words. Chicks are cute, but they grow up. Maybe you don't have to have everything and do all of the things. 🤷‍♀️ Maybe that's another way to make new friends, go to farms or petting zoos and meet new people with similar interests. Alternatively duck chicks are also really cute and ducks are beautiful. We did have lots of preditors like foxes and things come to visit and eat the ducks occasionally, but that may be another thought if you want a nice chicken substitute.

[@ldmatheson]

Yes! Or quails

[@emilysragz]

@ldmatheson quails are cute. We had friends who had those on their farm. I just worry about coops on Cas' property. I know she said it only floods once a month, but you'd have to make a shelter for them far from the flooded area and because she lives in Canada she might want to look into a heated shelter. We had a barn.

[@KarinaWho]

My dad has developed this chicken fever and he’s obsessed. It’s brought him so much joy in his life and it’s brought us so many eggs lol if you have the space and the time and dedication I’d say go for it. Thank you for your videos. I’m going through a rough time rn but your videos help.

[@leannewith3]

We have 2 chickens. They aren’t a lot of work, but they do need consistent care. We let them out and lock them back up every day, we scan for possible issues(predators, rodents, mites), clean out the cage every week(grouse, smelly) If you don’t like eggs then I wouldn’t do it.

[@AlysiasArtStudio]

You’ve really helped me so much 🤗

[@lindapack6478]

I have found that church is the place to make friends. It also gives a place of service, and an identity.

[@lindsaybartling7629]

Yes!! Get the chickens!! We live in town and my husband thought I was nuts 2 years ago when I brought some chickens but I love them! Building the coop and the run was kind of a lot, but after that it’s definitely manageable!

[@lynnr5689]

If you haven't grown up with farm mess including chicken mess, you'll probably think it's gross and end up not wanting to eat eggs that had potty on them. Just reality, friend. You've gotta work pretty hard to keep the nest boxes clean so your eggs will be clean. They are fun and cute, but the work of chicks is a LOT. You have to keep fixing their food and water so they don't knock it over and dehydrate or get potty stuck on their toes or have pasty rear ends, or...it goes on and on. So many of those coops are cute but may only last one year. Don't forget the crazy winter temps. Are you up for being out there putting vaseline on combs and wattles to prevent frostbite and the resulting gangrene? Or here where I live in Midwest USA, a heat lamp costs upwards of a dollar a day to run. It adds up. Their food is not cheap, either. Maybe you can farm sit some chickens while people go on vacation and that will make you get over it.

[@janicerepass6996]

Come live in Connecticut! We could be great friends, I think. You make me smile.

[@lyndi9082]

How about flying us Canada for a slumber party?😄

[@lylagray9669]

My dad had a chicken rescue. Some personal problems at home and he is being forced to get rid of some of them. It is a lot of work, but the eggs are worth it (taste better than store bought, to me). It also helps alleviate some of the stress - he can go out back and just watch the chickens roam around the yard and peck at the ground. The one downside is that his backyard doesn't have much grass anymore. If you do decide to go this route, you can always get a moveable chicken coop and move it around your yard.

[@AngelaBranscum]

I love my chickens 💕 They are so worth it. Get the chickens!!!! They are not a ton of work and they eat bugs and ticks. They bring joy. We let ours free range during the day and lock them up at night. I do not have a rooster. We got rid of our rooster and me and the hens are all happier!

[@EveryPeachInReach]

Good for you. I've heard too many stories of people keeping their rooster that is either aggressive towards people or rough on the hens But they don't realize how much better it is without him. I'm very lucky to have a very chill rooster who is good with his ladies and nice to people. ❤

[@juliegolick]

On the topic of money, I think it's important to note that sometimes the answer IS to increase your income, rather than cut your spending. There is literally no place in the United States where a full-time minimum wage income will afford a one-bedroom apartment. If you find that you can't afford your needs (shelter, food, clothes, medicine, utilities), then the answer isn't to figure out which of those needs you can cut, it's trying to figure out how to get more income.

[@Clutterbug]

This is very true, you are right. The cost of everything has gone up so much, but wages aren't even close to matching that.

[@chloe2264]

This is exactly my problem... The high cost of food these days has absolutely killed my finances and I already spend way less by not buying meat, only buying what's on sale, using all the loyalty and rebate apps, etc. I need to figure out how to increase income!

[@JudyWill-kc1nf]

I have chickens and I love them. Once you get your home for them, they just need daily feed and water. Clean the coop when needed, depending on how many you have.

[@michelletennyson8535]

I totally agree! I’ve seen so many negative comments about her getting chickens and I disagree. I got mine a few months ago and I find them rather easy to take care of and like you said, once you get your coop setup, it’s pretty easy from there! I have 4 white chickens and 2 silkies and I love my silkies! I find them to be a lot cleaner than the others too!

[@erincarpenter1180]

We have chickens. 28 laying hens, another 29 hens that will start laying in the fall, 12 turkey chicks, 17 ducks, and about a dozen heritage broiler chickens, most of which will be kept for raising more broilers of our own. Chicks are a little tough to begin with, but once they hit about 2-3 months old, they're crazy easy to take care of -- especially if you just get a few and they remain in a coop. We free-range, and only shut them in at night, which is working well for us in our rural situation. We have a large family, and we set up a roadside stand at the end of our driveway to sell eggs ( and extra garden produce).

[@Clutterbug]

Love that!

[@peggymann925]

You are sooooo wise! And you know you're stinkin' funny! This video is such a good thing that's very helpful in all these categories. Thank you Cas!

[@sarahvoh55]

This video is so helpful! Health and relationships are the areas that I need to work on. You are such an energetic sunshine! You are so funny Cass!😂😂 Thank you for making me smile and laugh. I have a chronic illness, and you have helped me feel better during my tough days. I will definitely print out your Master Your Life ebook and start to improve my life. May God bless you, Cass!😊❤

[@signejeppesen2395]

Cass, please no chickens. Many things to consider - what’s the zoning on your property, are they even allowed? Where I live if it’s not a zoned agricultural property it’s not permitted. They will also attract raccoons, coyotes, and other predators that will be after the birds, feed and eggs. My in-laws next door neighbours had chickens for a while, they had to get chicken babysitters every time they were away to both feed them and collect the eggs. Once they stop laying, in Ontario you have to take them to an actual licensed abattoir if you want the meat, it’s illegal to do it yourself. It’s a lot more work than many people think it is.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@cindyrae3423]

I love how you are so real and honest. ❤

[@HappyHarryX5]

I’m starting to just be my own best friend and only have me in my head. Have to work on health and money. Been concentrating on mental health for about 8yrs and I’ve completely changed my mindset. Loving appreciating my home for the first time. ❤

[@maryellannroy2242]

I thought about chickens once also but when I considered the cost all in, it’s not cheap and it is ongoing. Proper feed, good nesting, vet, constant care and maintenance. Seasonal extras etc. etc.. plus just because you get some eggs doesn’t men they are always good to eat. After consideration I decided to “leave it to the experts” all around on that one. Thank-you for sharing all you do. You are an inspiration and a joy. Great work.

[@Clutterbug]

You're so welcome!

[@sweetmandykay4397]

Find a friend who has chickens and spend time loving on HER chickens, maybe offering to watch her chickens and such... get a feel for it . Some people, it just makes sense and they enjoy it, others just want the experience of knowing. I feel you on the homestead, I want a homestead too... Im just not sure I could maintain all the upkeep, I can barely keep up with my home I currently own. But I dream... of the smell if freshly chopped wood, of wood burning stove, getting heirloom seed and planting them, tending the garden as sheets dry of the line in the sweet smelling wind, baking and cooking home grown food from scratch, having fresh flowers from my own garden, drinking hot coffee and watching the sun rise from my porch swing or rocking chair... all of it. I WANT ALL OF IT!!! But, realistically, I could probably do a little bit of each, get a taste of it and if I think its something I could do long term... then see if I could incorporate it into our lifestyle. Dream BIG but start small. ❤

[@kellysharp5520]

Chickens are definitely the easiest homesteading/ farm animal to take care of. We currently have 14 and are about to get almost 20 more 😬 but I love it. They bring me so much joy, and my toddler loves helping with them. I’ve named them all too 😅

[@kkat7512]

Adulting is def hard. Health is a priority area for me. Thanks for the e book & great info!!

[@comfycozie]

I am struck at a, how these all involve SMALL steps (one dollar, 15 mins exercise, small tidy-up) and b, how interrelated they are! Ride a bike, and you are improving your mental and physical health, saving money, and building relationships if you're with friends and family! (Plus helping the environment if that's part of your identity/ values.) Organize your cupboards and fridge, and you're blessing your home, saving money by planning meals and not wasting food, improving your diet and health, and probably spending more family time around a dinner table! Family tidy up promotes togetherness, improves mental health, and burns calories! Some activities are a a quadruple-whammy but there are probably some which hit even more life-improvement-spots. What a great topic to discuss, and again you break it down in an easily digestible manner. Very nice work, Cass!

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@comfycozie]

@@Clutterbug and I will be your friend. But I live a couple of hours east of the GTA. 🤷😅

[@Our_Eden_Cultivated]

I am a small scale homesteader and chickens are fun, healthy for your body but man they are a lot of work! Research, research and research some more. I have a post if you are interested in reading on What we wish we knew before we got our chickens. I won’t post a link because I don’t want to take away your thunder but they also get sick. Just a thought. I still love mine but sometimes I blame myself when they die…

[@Clutterbug]

Good to know.

[@Kismetakiss]

Congrats Cas! Nice work! Great content! Great job! Smile and be HAPPY! ❤😊

[@geraldinehorton1410]

Cas - I have chickens. Beautiful fluffy, semi useless Pekin bantams... And they're my therapy animals... Although I also have a dog, a cat and a parrot!! At the moment is chick season and I have 7 babies running around my garden and 7 more set to hatch in a few days!! They're work...but it's a joy!

[@yzolakitchi]

Watching you run, walk, skip and lunge up and down the road made my soul happy! The footage deserves to be made into jolly little gifs! I've been decluttering for the past week, alternating between yours and minimal mom's videos to keep me motivated. Thank you for all the virtual support - sending appreciation from Sunny England 🙂

[@Tinfoilhat1138]

Same here!😂🏃🏼‍♀️

[@jeankinde763]

I just went back to school online. I spent 13 weeks on a Master Teacher Para Professional, an assistant to licensed Teachers. It was challenging 3 math and 10 knowledge and understanding. The math was add, subtract, multiply, divide, geometry, pre-algebra, algebra, and data analysis. There were 10-point quizzes after each module. Then the big test. By the grace of GOD, I PASSED on June 10th,2024. Now I go to a job fair on July 30th. 2024. I even told myself in the beginning if the math got too hard, I was bailing. Well, I'm glad I didn't. I just hadn't remembered or seen that math for years . The Master Teacher program teaches how to solve the problems very nicely. So I learned all the math all over again. Quite the brain challenge. :)

[@familyofparsons5354]

I have chickens. Chickens are lot of work and come with a lot of problem solving. I'm sure you'd be a wonderful chicken mama, Cas. But maybe now isn't the right time. Wish you the best!

[@Josephine-de-l-est]

Hi ! I've known your channel for a few days and, well, better late than never 😅. Obviously, we have a few things in common, including being a mother with ADHD and we were both diagnosed late (which I understood by watching a few videos but I may be wrong). I am 42 years old and was diagnosed only a year and a half ago. What opposes us is that you are a queen of tidying up and organization while I have chaos in my life and in my house. 😆 Seeing someone like you gives me hope and motivation💪. I tell myself that your tips and tricks will surely suit me much more than all the tidying gurus on KZbin. So I will watch your videos religiously, take note and try to adapt it to my home. Many thanks for sharing this.❤ Big hug from a little French woman.😊

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@joanclary3622]

I have nothing but gratitude for you. You are like my therapist. Thank you for being real and being there. I love how real you are. I can so identify with you. ❤❤❤❤

[@Clutterbug]

You are so welcome!

[@andreasmith8213]

CHICKENS! Omg I'm with you. My fantasy self is a huge homesteader. I just keep telling myself that it's a huge lie. I have a black thumb. I know nothing about animals or food preservation. I'm on a chicken FB group, and I've seen all the sicknesses they can get; not to mention what they can do to each other if they're jealous or don't make friends... it truly is a fantasy life... in my head. And I still want it. Good luck, Cass! If you find the secret to changing your fantasy self, make a video on that, and you'll be a millionaire.

[@aubreysmith71112]

We have quite a bit of pets at our house I would say chickens land somewhere in between the amount of work it takes to have 2 dogs vs the chinchillas. They arent quite as much work as the dogs but they still require work. I would say about 45 minutes a day (divided morning and night) for my chickens plus I let them roam around with me while I do things outside whether thats playing with my kid or yard work. Then about an hour and half once a week to clean and reset their home, give them new things to play with/on and plan out their treats. Also maybe 30 minutes a week to meal prep/plan their extras to their feed like veggies/fruit/ sourdough bread occasionally. Their food actually adds up lol. I would say dont get a pet unless you are 100% commited haha.

[@myhumbleheartedhome]

Same with the squirrel thing lol That’s the ADHD girl! My big focus to work on right now is my HOME! As a chronic works in progress crafter, home needs HELP lol That’s how I found The Minimal Mom and she is how I found you!

[@NEWWAVEZOMBIE]

Hey there! Re: chickens-you may not like them on a personal level, YET-but once you have your own, you’ll realize they are some of the most entertaining animals to observe day-to-day that you could possibly own. They’re ridiculous and do develop their own personalities of course. They need enrichment, and safe free ranging time, is the key. And treats: healthy ones like mealworms, strawberries, etc. Their feed isn’t that expensive to keep up with, and the eggs are are super amazing bonus. Even if you don’t like eggs on their own, there’s always a recipe that requires them (unless you’re allergic, naturally). Or you can sell or give them/trade them with friends, family or neighbors. SOMEONE is always down for farm fresh eggs! Chickens are pretty easy to keep, just keep an eye on them for bumble foot and keep a spray on hand for farm animal wounds if they get an abrasion on their talons, etc. I’d recommend starting out with no more than 4-6, 10 tops. And I’d recommend the Buff Orpington as a great (and sweet) beginner’s chicken. We don’t eat our when they stop laying for good, though, we let them retire with dignity. We’re in it for the entertainment and eggs. 😁

[@KristinaHoneyHavenFarm]

I never used to be a chicken person, but now that I have them, I love them. Chicks definitely take more time than chickens, as well as equipment. You may want to see if someone needs to rehome adult chickens rather than getting chicks. Our chickens are free-range; they have the run of about 2 acres of our farm. We do not lock them up at night; our geese and roosters scare off the predators and the chickens love to fly into the trees to roost, so they are high up. Because of this, the most we usually have to do is provide supplemental feed. This is going to be influenced by what kind of predators you have around though. We do have a coop with roll-away nesting boxes, which keeps our eggs mostly clean, but since our chickens prefer to spend most of their time out and about there's not a lot of cleaning up after them that needs to be done. If you get chickens, please do not put them in an area easily accessible to a road. One of our neighbors has free-range chickens that get out into the road at times which is a hazard. Also, chickens will eat most food scraps except bones, so they are great for minimizing waste. I don't know if avian flu is in Canada; the biosecurity of your flock is something to consider. Research chickens before you get any. Social structure is something to be aware of especially if you get chickens from more than one flock or introducing young chicks to adults.

[@JB-wp2gn]

LOVED this video! I need to rewatch periodically. Nothing earth-shattering we all don’t already know or that isn’t obvious, but it’s so helpful to have it laid out in sections to remind us to give attention to each area. And I wish you were my friend! We’d have a blast together 😊

[@carine1784]

Hi Cassandra ! Thank you for the e-book and this video that presents it well. :) Forget about the chickens ! It is a lot of work, messy, smelly, not fun to clean up and not worth it especially if you don't like eggs ! Plant some organic flowers and enjoy the wild bees and birds and butterflies build a bee hotel and bird houses, all kind of natural shelters for small animals and let them feed themselves out of your garden. That way, you can enjoy them but will not have extra work to do nor money to spend on food. If you want to see or pet cute animals, go visit a neighbour or a farm once in a while.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@melenahoward]

I simply adore you. Yes. Ego integrity is so important.

[@Clutterbug]

Aw, thanks!

[@Bunch1810]

Chicken can be very rewarding. They keep the bugs down in the yard, which is always nice. However, like any living thing, they can get sick or hurt, they can have drama in the flock, they can play hide and seek with where they lay their eggs each day. and as affordable as a coop is, that isn't where it stops. You'll learn more and more about them and want to give them more and more space and spend all kinds of money on new structures, new feeders, new watering systems, new enrichment toys for them, new foods/snacks for them. It gets out of control VERY fast. Also, ROOSTERS can be very mean, either to the hens or to you or both.

[@Nini51963]

I have a different issue than just dishes and laundry. That I enjoy . I have an attachment to my families things who have passed or they are giving stuff away before they die . I am kinda a homesteader prepper , chickens and food growing . I have an adult son with limited skills on the Autism spectrum . He helps me clear things because if he don’t like something it gets tossed . I have a husband who retired , that’s a topic no one talks about . He also has cancer and has had 3 surgeries , my two other sons moved in and three grandchildren my grand daughter has spina bifida and is going to need a kidney she has daily care and my Pomeranian was just diagnosed with mega esophagus so she is hand fed . I have myotonic dystrophy .You can really help me out if you did shorts of decluttering you could body double with me, doing daily chores and the quick clear the fridge or the quick kids room etc. and also not feel so alone , it would be so nice to have a play list do you have this on your collaboration to get your house in order ? And is it accessible even though I missed the sale promotion ? Do you know of anyone that does ?

[@jenniferlaw4994]

I get to wanting chickens too. When I visit my neighbors coop at the time to clean, it cures me ;-)

[@annewright3486]

Cass, you are the best! Always happy to see a new video from you.

[@NaturalWifeyandMamaBear]

We have two adorable fluffy butt silkie chickens. (Rooster and a hen) Love! Huge organic food bag lasts almost a year! Give food scraps too. And free range some during day. They’re a hoot! Easy. Only thing is cleaning out their housing here and there. Putting new bedding (wood shavings etc) 🐓 the silkie eggs are small too. We don’t eat much eggs but usually an egg and potato Sunday brunch once or twice a month. 🥚

[@crybebebunny]

Identity, I am a 3 year old toddler, when I am overwhelmed.🫣🙄 I have Autism and Dementia. Right now, I am down with chronic pain. 🥴🥹 ❣️Thank you for such a wonderful video like always ❣️ Most of your videos are so motivating ❣️🥰

[@heatherspencer8931]

Thank you for another wonderful video. It touched on topics that have been weighing on me lately and I could really relate to needing more friends and taking care of my health. The book is wonderful. Ty

[@InspiringMealtimewithLaTonya]

Change is VERY hard! Wonderful tips, thank you!

[@CristinLive]

I have 30 chickens and I live in a small beach town in FL. They are super easy and very satisfying to raise babies and then collect eggs that your family will eat. I highly suggest it! ❤

[@findingaway5512]

I feel like you should film yourself doing funky walks every day. 😂 That clip was fantastic.

[@robinheminger8936]

Wow! You are amazing. I needed this today! I am burned out and feeling anxious. Your video reminded me that I don't have to worry about all the things at one time. Just focus on the priority. I would love to have chickens! You are the best!

[@Anna-sb9oj]

I love the wheel of life. I added “Faith” to learning and growth category. I am good on Money, Romance, career and home. I am not a big money focused person and can be content whatever my situation. I want to work on faith, fitness and having more girlfriends. We could all use more fun.

[@ruthwilliams9882]

I used to volunteer at my old church's organic farm as a chicken helper. All I had to do was let them out of the coop, gather eggs, and fill their food and water dispensers in the morning twice a week. It was PERFECT. I got my fun chicken fix, I could go on my vacation because there were other volunteers to fill in, and i didn't have to clean the coop. The church has a CSA (community supported agriculture) program - you pay up front and get shares in eggs, vegetables, or honey, it a combination. This allows then to donate fresh produce and eggs to food pantries. So I not only got to play with the chickens, I was doing good for our community.

[@sandraglassner9618]

Maybe that’s what she should do volunteered to get her fixed to see how much work they really are.

[@renah245]

Happy to be your friend any day, any time! Love your funny quirky and honest videos! Hugs 🤗

[@jackvotes24]

I had chickens before we moved. I miss them so much. Always on the brain.

[@Tinfoilhat1138]

You are hilarious and easy to relate with. I am a huge hobby hopper myself. I love your content and am so eager to print out your wheel worksheet. Let’s see how far I can get before seeing the “squirrel” and then remembering that I left it on the printer.🤪 You help me keep on keepin’ on. 🖨️🤗🐿️ Thanks sooo, sooooo much.💓 Your friend in fun😉, Holly 👋

[@lissarichardson1519]

So wish you lived next door!! I just love ya... I also have Adhd and am crazy pants lol. Love everything you do and so excited to see how the volunteer fire fighting goes😊

[@Mary23_A]

I thought that comment by Dr Wallbinger on the podcast was good; that being part of a group that has similar goals can also make friends. You have two areas where you do this, such as on Take Your House Back I think you would consider Dana K White as your friend. You've just started to become a firefighter, and while it may have been just a challenge to see if you could pass at first, there is potential IF you stick it out to be part of a tight community of people in your community. Thus try to resist the urge to just go onto the next thing right now, but rather to stick to the exercise and the study so can officially be part of the firefighter community. My sister has a hobby farm and all her chickens were killed by a predator, fortunately her children were grown but that sort of thing can be traumatic on kids. Also, even though they are chickens, we should not treat living things as transitory as getting a free sheet container from Tevo or nearly free shirts from Goodwill; it is a long-term commitment and you'd have to decide if you really are up for that or not. I like to see beautiful things, and would rather see you create beautiful gardens outside your home, as you have a good eye for beauty, than watch videos about you scooping poop :-).

[@suzy1676]

Re: end story - W/ ADHD some can get over focused on things and , yes, get bored easily without the new stimuli. And, yes, family members suffer the lows and enjoy your highs. Please talk with someone about replacement behaviors & getting down to possible reasons for these "needs". Said With love and understanding ❤❤❤

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for the advice!

[@TheMennomilist]

Ah, Life coaching pie charts. I never really enjoyed using this type of chart (I am a certified life coach). Loved seeing your family pictures! Aw. Are you really a hair twirler?? I also tell people to search out clubs and groups. They exist! I am in a workout group with other moms, and it is fun! I have other groups I am in too that have to do with my passions and interests. I hope you are able to find people you can connect with. It is said that most women struggle to make new friends. Loved what you said on finances! So good! I love that you said that things rewire your brain. I have been telling people how rewiring is so possible and attainable, and I love that you used the term too. Hope you have many people who use your big five!

[@TheMennomilist]

P.S. If you have chickens, you will have to do a lot of initial work. My brother had 5 chickens (one recently passed) and he goes home at a certain time every day to feed them and care for them as if they are his children. He doesn't go on vacations because he wants to care for them, which I think he can find someone to watch them without an issue. I think chickens are great for saving money on eggs, but if you can't keep up with keeping the coop clean and having the ability to not obsess over them, while being okay to hire someone to care for them if you go away, then go for it.

[@arashy]

Covid sent my relationships into the toilet 😱. Two friends died in the first couple of years. Two friends just got Covid last week-plus a coworker of a friend’s son. I’m high risk, so I don’t go out much anymore. That being said, I’m now waiting for your ebook to fix the things that I can. 🤞😃

[@turtle5725]

This print out is so great! Thank you so much for sharing this

[@livinwiththeedges8283]

I do all the home things everyday x10. I spend 2-4 hours a day on household tasks and my home is still a lot. But I have 6 kids and 2 destructive toddlers. I would love to find help in a process without over simplifying it. I already do all the things mentioned. Dishes multiple times a day. Multiple loads of laundry a day. Kids and I 15 minute tidy multiple times a day etc.

[@erikasinternetgerat8019]

most of my novelty craving is satisfied by trying out a new recipe once in a while. i always see something and go for weeks "i will soon cook this, i am so excited", and buy the ingredients and eat some of them and buy them again.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@stacywilliams8633]

Thank you for this Ebook. I am an empty nester and trying to figure out my life now. Perfect timing! 🙂💗

[@Clutterbug]

You are so welcome!

[@sonyad7723]

As someone who lives without any other humans (only 2 kitties;) I don't need to do some of these things daily, like laundry, and at this season in my life I didn't like doing one chore each day (unlike a different season of my life when I worked full-time and DID do a chore each day, laundry one day, vacuum another day, groceries, clean litter boxes, etc, dishes and generally picking up after myself EVERY DAY!!! used to be 7 minutes PLUS my 1 daily chore.) Whereas now, when I tried that, I felt like I was alwayssss cleaning (probably since I'm home so much, compared to I used to work outside the home and then I used to just get the chore down the second I got home before I relaxed for the night, is my guess) Soooo now, instead I chose a different method now. I STILL Do my dishes EVERY DAY and generally picking up after myself around the house, small living & dining room sweeping, plus I do small decluttering as I go (if I try to use a pen that no longer works I throw it away immediately, I might even take the time to declutter the rest of the drawer if it's messy and if I have a few minutes too, that type of thing) but I'm currently in the maintenance mode of decluttering so rarely do I do big decluttering bouts (and I tend to schedule those on their all day decluttering online events for body doubling support for when I might want to go through my book collection again or something). But then for the weekly stuff (usually 1 load laundry weekly, vacuum, kitty litter boxes cleaning, dusting, bathroom, etc, I decided to do everything only 1 day per week. And bc I live only 1 human in a 1 bed 1 bath, it only takes (if I wasn't disabled, a normally functional adult) probably 1.5 to 2 hours tops (mostly bc the 2 litter boxes take at least 30 minutes for a complete empty, sanitary clean and refill combined;) I LOVED the variety of cleaning charts that you gave a while ago!!!! I had tried doing all of my cleaning each Monday (so trash bins go to curb bc early morning Tues trash pickup;) before you posted that, and then I saw your 'weekend warrior' is probably the category that I best fit in this season of my life. BUT Again like you're saying now, I little bit every day!!! I do my dishes and pick up after myself EVERY day!!! I small sweep the living room and dining room every day, and if anyone came over unexpectedly, even if it was an hour before I weekly cleaned??? It STILL looks amazing compared to the past!!!

[@heatheroliver9316]

Get the chickens. I have 5 and they are amazing. They are easy enough to get set up with food and water for the weekend. They are amazingly fun to sit and watch and remarkably satisfying to care for. Even cleaning the coop is satisfying. People run into issues when they pack their coop so full (for body heat in the winter) that they have to clean it constantly. Then they dont and it's a gross mess. They also drown in eggs. My advice is to give the chickens tons of room. Like a coop for 10-15. Turn the heater on in the winter. Get 5 chickens (hens cuz roosters get mean) so they have healthy social relationships (you need at least 3). And give the eggs away to your new friends. You will only get about 4 eggs a day so you will have a small surplus that won't overwhelm you. Also, cracking an egg a day over dog food is good for your dog. With ADHD I would suggest an automatic coop door that you can see from your kitchen window. That way you can check that it opened and closed from inside. Get the chickens. Everyone wants them so they are much easier to rehome than a cat or dog if you decide you don't like them.... but you will. Oh, and, choose one's for Canada.

[@emeraldtiger7135]

Cas in my city there are wild chickens roaming everywhere. Every house on my street discovered a chicken roosting on their trees, and those went on to reproduce more chickens...so to us they're like stray cats or pigeons. They're just there. And some of us take them in and build them a coop in our backyard. 🙂

[@alycianygaard808]

Our family has chickens, we actually have 4 'Mama's' as I call them because we lost a few to age and predators, so yes as one other commented you need a run along with the coop to keep them safe! We got 14 more I call these the 'babies' and have raised them up from chicks. integrating them now with the mama's in hopes to integrate them in a couple weeks. I don't think they are any harder then a cat, clean the coop weekly, feed them replace water every other day, grab the eggs daily they are really fun to watch as well!! Let us know what you decide!