What if you COULDN'T make a MISTAKE when DECLUTTERING? + Announcement!!

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[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you for watching!! We know it isn't for everyone, but you can find information for both the Membership Facebook Group and the Free Facebook Group here: www.ithinkwecouldbefriends.com/2019/09/29/minimal-mom-private-group/ >> Membership will be open from Oct. 1-7, 2019 Note: We understand that not everyone has a Facebook account (for good reason!), it is possible to create an account just to use for a group like this (but we understand if you choose not to!)

[@RN-ti5oc]

The Minimal Mom - I’ve loved watching your videos but this disappoints me... I’d like to ask you if you truly would’ve paid money to join a Facebook group when you were a stay at home mom with limited income? That’s who watches you, those of us looking to be inspired and lifted up since most of us are home and need this interaction. I don’t understand how this differs from any other group and it feels like just a way to make money... Plus that’s an expensive fee to be paying monthly. You were very relatable as a Christian mom who wants to be conservative with funds and material possessions but sadly, this has changed my perspective so I will be unsubscribing. I wish you the best but this was a mistake.

[@JanuaryLisa]

RN A - she does still have a free group, and these videos are all free! This is just ONE option for those who want to join. As a conservative who believes in capitalism, I respect the choice Dawn and Tom have made to do this, and hope you don’t unsubscribe over it. They need to have an income as well, and perhaps increase it during this season of home improvements. The new group will increase their workload, as daily videos are now on the schedule. This new adventure is a legitimate way to earn income, and feed and shelter their family. Unsubscribing because she created a group you won’t be joining makes me wonder...since she’s not charging for this KZbin channel, why do you feel so strongly? She still has plenty of free content, and they’re not doing anything *wrong*. 🤷🏻‍♀️ It’s difficult when people do things we don’t “approve” of, but I do hope you reconsider. 💚

[@bernandettemartinez6264]

Ok I do not find a Link to join. And par membership. Please help.

[@bernandettemartinez6264]

Is there Still space 😞

[@kaltaylor01]

Is there actually a free group or just a page? I found a link, but it didn't lead to a group, and the page hasn't had a post since March.

[@suzysholar5151]

“Probably *someday* isn’t going to be any different than THIS DAY.” Brilliant!!!

[@xsweetcrisx]

My in laws entire house burned down six months ago and they have taught me that almost everything is replaceable. I don’t need extras or to “save”things for a special occasion, use what I have and keep my money in my bank account.

[@catherinelevison3310]

I have saved money by hanging on to clothes. I don’t follow fashions. This summer I needed a particular item and found exactly what I needed in an old drawer. Another time I thought I had donated a rare style of coat. I missed it and regretted giving it away. Then, I found it in a black garbage liner in my closet. It hadn’t left the house after all. I was so relieved. I came across an old shirt recently and I’ve put it back into rotation and I’m glad to have it because it’s between being a cardigan and a lightweight shirt. *Finding out that non material things like spirituality have become more vital to you now that you’ve purged your house is great.* I also do pretty much wear an uniform and use a capsule wardrobe. And, I’m doing the “no buy” year this year. Everything I’ve needed was already in my house. Handy. Thank you.

[@awp66b43]

I really love when you share the benefits you’ve experienced as a result of minimizing stuff. To hear that minimizing things has freed you up to enjoy/value people the way you did for the bday party...so motivating! The WHY is what drives me to keep going. Thank you!

[@kathybullmer8884]

I am trying to declutter and I did got rid of something that we needed to teach a class, but my sweet husband said "it's ok, we can get the stuff again, but I enjoy not having stuff around"! I am so happy that he's so supportive!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Wow, that is so awesome!!!

[@laurac4572]

I know I’m late with my comment but I just wanted to give you my thoughts. I think if you’re going to ask for payment or compensation, you need to provide a product or service. Paying to join a fb group for the sake of having a group seems a bit odd. I usually buy a course or coaching service and then there’s a free private fb group that comes along with it. That’s what I suggest you do. I can see you doing consulting. I know you don’t want to do a course but your topic/niche would work great as a course. “Minimalize your house in 30 days.” Something like that. Each week there’s a lesson on what to do in different parts of the house etc. provide customers with a step by step plan, worksheet, checklist or something along with a fb support group. When it comes down to paying for something people want something tangible.

[@hollymitchell6436]

Sonya L I’ve been in several online communities I had to pay to join and they were extremely beneficial.

[@cjr.6908]

@@hollymitchell6436 me too.

[@RN-ti5oc]

Sonya L I agree with you. I got jumped on for a comment above for saying so but this page took a wrong turn for me. I think a monthly fee to chat or watch videos or whatever, is the opposite of what I’m trying to do right now. Minimizing is about cutting out excess (including expenses) and this is just adding one which is why it’s confusing to me. Still not sure what a group could provide that other free content cannot, but I wish them all the best.

[@threesixfiveart563]

Honestly it takes so much time to admin a social media site, if you want to read comments, reply, interact at all, she needs to be able to give up some of her time she would spend earning income. I don’t understand why it would upset anyone, although i do understand why people wouldnt want to or be able to subscribe to a paid site. She still offers a fb group for those who can’t or won’t pay and youtube. I’m a member of a free site where admin can spend almost no time and I’d definitely rather pay a few dollars to have it well run, if I had the choice (many members have expressed the same idea, asking for a paid and a free version) And since Dawn here is offering her time and experience, it doesn’t seem unreasonable to me.

[@christineprettyman2527]

"The 'stuff' doesn't matter." -- That is it in a nutshell! Thank you for the continued motivation. Always needed. Always appreciated.

[@johnandkitty]

After watching this, I think an interesting companion video would be, "Preparing for a Party - Then vs. Now." Getting ready for company is very stressful to me and I wonder how that has changed for you since decluttering.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Good question!! We'll cover that in our Saturday vlog :)

[@dhall1421]

That would be a great idea. I have twice monthly family dinners and woukd normally be so stressed and cleaning all day and exhausted by the time of the dinner. Last week i took a nap before the dinner and sprnt 1t minutrs tidying up before everyone got there....SO DIFFERENT NOW

[@marlenapeg4121]

Gage is so adorable! Love how he smiles for the camera! Happy Birthday!🎉

[@peggyprose]

I've said NO to Facebook....and that's that.

[@daisygirl111975]

And it won’t ever be missed 😉

[@kelss1]

I feel the exact same. Minimized it out of my life months ago and don't miss it at all.

[@donnajones9006]

Been thinking about doing just thzt. Only reason I haven't is we have z family group and we are so spread out it works well.

[@andir7854]

yep, no facebook, too much that is negative.

[@JR-wt5pw]

Yes! Some times I’m tempted to join like in this case, but Facebook is too out of control. I closed my account a long time ago.

[@lisarivers1438]

Hi Dawn, so sad I won't be able to participate I'm VERY old school I DON'T have any social media NONE WHATSOEVER. This is as far as I've gone. I literally subscribe to 3 people on KZbin you being one if them. Even writing a comment on your videos is super rare for me to do but I like your family so much.

[@TheMinimalMom]

I understand that Lisa!! We'll still hang out together here :) Thank you for commenting, it brightens my day!!! :)

[@bshows14]

Your not alone! I have Instagram but, got rid of my Facebook account years ago. I was tired of all of the drama and it really can be a negative place in so many ways. Sometimes I think about reactivating it for things like this but, otherwise I don't miss it at all!

[@bluesouthpaw6326]

I'm exactly the same. I don't usually have time for my phone or TV. I'm young and haven't had a Facebook in 7 yrs. This is the only account i have.

[@Carolmaizy]

@@bshows14 I got so disgusted with Facebook too, that I deleted my account. I even found I myself was getting angry at other FB people. It was causing stress and the negativity definitely outweighed the benefits for me too. I'm happy with You Tube and Pinterest now.

[@bshows14]

@@Carolmaizy Yep. That is exactly what I was experiencing. The comparison game is so strong there and it was just wasn't good for me anymore. Not to mention that it is such a time waster. I do have Instagram because I enjoy just posting pictures but, I even limit myself on that now as well.

[@annamcdonald6380]

I have been on this decluttering journey for 4 years and lately I have been feeling very frustrated that I can’t get to the end of it. I found you about a year ago and you have been the most inspirational minimalist with a family I have ever watched. Honestly I think what I need the most help with is buying more things! Hoping the Facebook group can give me support as we enter the holiday season and all the retail explodes! Please come to Arizona again and have a meet up!

[@TheMinimalMom]

So glad to have you Anna and YES, we will come to AZ again AND do a meet up!!!! :)

[@daisygirl111975]

It is a never ending journey but I can assure you the 5th time around is easier. We do one area a month for 1 year and then repeat. It’s a bit easier to break it up that way.

[@kayhahn5551]

@@TheMinimalMom Would love to have you come to SW Washington (or even Portland OR - we are just north of the border from Portland)!

[@HowDebbieSaves]

Decluttering can not only give you peace of mind but also save you money!! 👍

[@sunshine3914]

And your sanity.

[@HowDebbieSaves]

@@sunshine3914 Absolutely. It's like you are reading my mind. LOL

[@ashleylockwood4255]

Great idea! Not everyone is very impressed when you take a load of stuff to the donation center. I remember feeling SO excited for little things that I had accomplished and No one understood when I would share with them. I can imagine the encouragement that will be there!

[@rvdreamer6321]

Sorry, recently deleted my Facebook as part of my decluttering. But if you ever look at doing Patreon, I would probably jump on that. :) Happy Birthday, Gage!!

[@ckgalleria]

I decluttered Facebook too but would also be interested in Patreon.

[@gy3n65]

Awesome!! Will not be able to join FB, trying to reduce FB use. But love your videos👍

[@LadyofHuntingdon]

Hi Dawn, I’m more than happy to pay such a minimal fee (to me) for great advice to help me get on track, becoming part of you FB community sounds like fun. Getting tips and meeting like minded people is a wonderful way to take my journey in downsizing to the next level. THANK YOU for offering this interactive way of helping those of us wanting to live a simpler life which in turn becomes less stressful and time consuming when we have so many adventures waiting for us. Have a brilliant day😀💕

[@joleensandahl3472]

Your shirt brings out your eye color. Looks great. I've been through the decluttering process, so the group would be fun, but I'll leave my spot open for those in need. Loved the outdoor sunset pictures. Missing my Minnesota....

[@jenl.4051]

I'm one of those who have just said NO to Facebook. Sorry I can't support you there, but I wish you all the best with that group! And thanks for keeping up with the great content here on KZbin!

[@kimhefley1683]

My fb groups are free and I'm gonna keep it that way. But I love watching and chatting with you and Tom on here. 😊💜

[@NdnUrbanCat]

Married and divorced three times in my life. Started over every time. Stuff is replaceable.

[@megfrank8372]

DAWN!!!! I am SUCH a Dawn groupie now! I am DOING IT !!!!! I’m still on my first pass but I am gaining momentum and confidence!!!! I feel so much LIGHTER ! Love ur encouragement thanks 🙏 Ox

[@juliesmith8909]

Dawn! Do a video about others things do do besides watch tv 📺! Maybe do a no tv challenge! You rickety my socketh!

[@juliesmith8909]

Lol! Sorry about the typos, that's what I get for typing with a toddler in my hands :)

[@JanuaryLisa]

Julie Smith - I think the typos are hilarious and I hope you don’t change them! They truly rickety’d my sockeths!

[@Lilihogar]

I love ur Chanel! Most of all I love that you serve God.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much! :)

[@sonjawinkler6023]

The stuff doesn't matter! You nailed it!✌

[@bethiahpoyneer8916]

This is my FAVORITE message from you out of all of your videos I have watched so far!!! (The description of your outdoor experiences!!) Good job on this one sincerely!!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much, I greatly appreciate that!! :)

[@josieschmo4172]

Love your thoughts on the clouds! It's so easy to get distracted by all the useless junk and forget to look at things like a child. Aside from a radio/CD player, we have no electronic entertainment in our vehicles and I marvel at what our children observe while riding in the car, even shapes in the clouds. 😃 I'm a millenial without any sort of social media, (it's a very intentional decision I've made) so I won't be joining the fb group. I do enjoy your videos, thank you!

[@mossyoakmom8880]

I enjoy watching your channel. I do not have Facebook and I’ve never had it. I hope you still post on you tube since it’s the only online thing I have. Thank you.

[@beckystoneman9526]

I just wanted to say I think that color of green looks amazing on you! Also great idea on your announcement.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much Becky!!! :)

[@samanthamitchley6543]

Hi Dawn and Tom. I recently found your channel and it has opened my eyes so much. I have been feeling like I'm always trying to catch up, I don't do a good enough job and basically drowning in stuff. I'm a stay at home mom of two boys ages 3 and 7 and a carer for my partner. Things seem to be getting to much and I didn't know what to do until I discovered simplifying and minimalism and your channel has been a breath of fresh air. We moved over 2 years ago into a smaller house so had to downsize our belongings quite alot but I have recently noticed that we have far to much stuff for our needs and our home. Especially toys! Oh my gosh. Your toy videos are amazing and we have just started tackling that area of the house. It is going so well and I'm feeling better. My boys have been helping and are on board which is so lovely because I thought they would have a hard time with it. We still have a way to go but I feel a little lighter. Thank you so much!! Also I love your simple home decor taste, I am a little indecisive at times and then I end up not liking my final decision. I really love your dining table by the way. Take care and I look forward to more tips from you guys. Samantha

[@danaerakstad7924]

Sounds so awesome!!! I don't have social media. But I know you will be such a blessing to so many ❤❤❤

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you DaNae!!

[@abbyleija9956]

Love the input on your family. My mom and MIL are slowly stopping buying so much stuff and are getting more art/ paper supplies for the kids.

[@Skittl1321]

I was doing well for awhile. I need to pick up the motivation again. The stuff is endless it seems

[@gladysanderson1351]

agreed! and it seems like it gives birth to more stuff! lol

[@melissastanton5647]

Try the mins game!!

[@kayhahn5551]

@@gladysanderson1351 It does! I'm convinced of it!

[@Soo_Blessed]

We are soooooo blessed and are blessing others I have thru the yrs bought lots of clothes toys books things for children in need at thrift stores from people kind enough to donate you may think who would want this ? Believe me someone can use it

[@ChaosTheBard]

I have a keyboard and lost the cord for it and had this similar realization about it that it is so easy to replace now. I was able to find a replacement on eBay for about $5 or $6. And this is a keyboard I've had since I was a kid. Late 80s or early 90s. It's amazing. At one point in time, if I had lost the cord, that would have been it, right? How amazing to live in the time period in which we do.

[@RobMombie]

Like the message of your video and love your channel. We don’t use Facebook (deleted account a couple years ago and definitely don’t miss it!) Happy to see more from you on KZbin :-)

[@thisoldnest6963]

My sister started getting my kids snacks for a gift. They LOVE it and I love it.

[@terrimarkham3873]

Happy birthday to Gage! He’s such a cutie! I’m still in the decluttering process. It really isn’t easy! I’ve been taking a break but I need to get back into it. I might have to join the group just to get motivated again. My husband has been zero help and I could use the support!

[@emilywhipple2296]

Yes!! So happy for you as you take this next step!!

[@Ak-ge8iz]

Can’t believe I watched this video so late, just signed up to the group. I’m so exited!!

[@bernandettemartinez6264]

I cant find it PLEASE help

[@stacey444]

That color green looks lovely on you! Thanks for the video.

[@victoriatreangen5429]

Happy Birthday Gage. It looks like you had a great birthday. Momma Dawn your baby is 5! This video made me tear up a bit. Love your sky pictures and what you are seeing and feeling. Thanks for sharing. Also thanks for sharing the piano cord cut- kids (well adults too) do strange things. You handled that perfectly.

[@TheMinimalMom]

I know, don't get me started on him being 5, I'll tear up, too!!!!!

[@sandipalacios3938]

Happy Birthday Gage! My youngest just turned 32 on Sunday!

[@jamiekenyon3251]

Good Luck with the small group! Great way to reach people and help them on their journey.

[@sarahr7279]

Congratulations on your new chapter! I've never jumped on the FB bandwagon. I've gotten so much flak for it lol. I've been thinking of making a KZbin channel to document my journey and help others but I don't know where to begin. Happy Birthday Gage!

[@TheEllaTB]

Love the idea of your group and it's so affordable! However I'm currently trying to stay offline as much as possible cause it's so addicting to me. So good luck!

[@meredithhobson9940]

SO excited to be part of the group!! Let’s do this!! And Happy Birthday, Gage!!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Excited to have you!!! :)

[@timvandermey4792]

No to FB. -Danya

[@reneegagnier3226]

Gorgeous color on you! Thank you for all of your inspiration!!

[@leanneprisco9899]

I am so excited to try and join the Facebook group (if there’s room)! I love your motivation and similar family values/lifestyle- your family is a huge inspiration!💙💙💙

[@erikaveltkamp4209]

No longer have anxiety when I’m shopping- feeling free from the “need” to buy so much

[@samanthamccorkindale9838]

I think your idea to have small, opt-in-if- you're-serious group is a fantastic idea! I've been in other groups where there is thousands of people all commenting, without the depth of community. You've impacted the lives of so many people already with your simple idea's and thoughtful presentation. How much more impact will you have in a more personalized environment! I can't commit to it right now, but I'm sure those who do will benefit greatly and graduate to being helpful advisors in no time! I look forward to you updating the free group weekly, but more importantly, can't wait for your next KZbin video. I especially love your Sunday reflections with Diana. God bless you. Happy birthday Gage! (My youngest boy is also 5)

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

You live in a beautiful place girl! Perhaps responsibilities have kept you focused on other things, and I do understand that. But I question your stuff taking your responsibility for that unless you felt spread too thin. Motherhood , parenthood can be overwhelming and it is terribly important to keep your mental and physical health on that list of what you should pay attention to. How do I know? I am nearly 70, and I have slid off that path. You have helped me take control of my home after becoming an empty nester. I LOVE your cherry disposition and enjoy learning what you and Tom share. ‘Keep a goin’ as the saying says. Thank you 😊

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Cheery-lol!

[@TPayne-fm8ie]

You are so wise for one so young. The Stuff Doesn’t Matter! Well, some stuff matters (like TP) but none of it matters more than the people we love and the beauty that this life offers.

[@darrelynkelley6925]

I joined the Facebook Membership group last night! I'm looking forward to learning more about how to minimalize my home and my lifestyle from you all and others going through the same thing. Thank you!!

[@jodiebrignell6981]

I have been binge watching you this week. I'll have to stop soon, as I've nearly watched all your videos! Thankyou, thankyou! Already had 4 car loads to our church op shop (Aussie for thrift store). We are moving soon and I'm determined to not let our next house become so full of stuff!

[@trinam2503]

Absolutely love your yourtube videos! Have gotten so much info and encouragement from them! Hope you keep doing them. We dont use FB in our house. Or any social media except youtube.

[@TheMinimalMom]

Will absolutely keep doing them!!!

[@trinam2503]

@@TheMinimalMom thank you so much! 💜

[@jenniferh7129]

A suggestion to those who wish they could participate but don't have a Facebook account: my husband has a Facebook account that he only uses for these types of situations. He only has one Facebook friend (maybe two now) who added him to the private group he joined. This way he completely avoids the drama and distraction that so often defines the Facebook experience, but is able to participate in the communities there that he needs to. Just an idea!

[@keyisme1356]

I slightly disagree with it being "easy to replace" because there was a time not long ago that $9 for a replacement cord felt like a hardship... Even when being gazelle-budgeters and Dave Ramsey fans. However, I've learned that I could live without [our hand-me-down] electric piano for at least a while, along with almost anything else. I've also learned that shopping for things that aren't groceries, takes up precious time I don't have a much of... There's a spot between feeling like I'm a middle class citizen and acknowledging that I'm actually poor. And that spot makes it really hard to decide what is clutter and what is an insurance policy. I don't need _____ now, but in 2 years, 5 years, 8 years, I KNOW I'll need it. What if it's a hardship to afford in the future too? I'll be kicking myself for having de-cluttered it. On the flip side, I have a whole 18-gallon tote full of cords I haven't needed in years. Karma says the week I get rid of it, I'll need one. And if I keep it, the cord that breaks won't be in that pile of replacement parts, anyway. My husband made a rule in our house: if it gets de-cluttered, we WILL NEVER purchase it again, under any circumstances. Which I mostly agree with.

[@tr255788]

I love your positive messages and outlook. I have recently decided to go through our house. I am past the "uggggg what am i doing" stage. Your positive messages make it inspiring and easier. Since I have lots of stuff, I am an empty nester 5 kids, kids never take all there stuff. lol I have done round 1 of the kitchen! YEAH... next the bedrooms...

[@TheMinimalMom]

Way to go, this is awesome!!!! :)

[@Pocahontas502]

Happy Birthday Gage!!! ... Dawn you are so right about Amazon and Ebay... Never thought of it that way. Thanks for these great tips😊

[@Nan-59]

I absolutely love the way you parent!!!

[@cindyhand3008]

I am so excited about the FB group. Boy, I could use your advice every day! This is great!

[@cindyhand3008]

Just signed up!

[@lelafayeandrews8913]

We have a shipping container full of our family things, it happened when we were going to remodel, but upon inspection Black mold was discovered through our home that we raised our family in. We were helping out our daughter now raise 3 of our grandkids. Anyway,we pulled in anew 4 bedroom module. Filled it with what we thought we needed at that time. Have lost 3 parents and yes our shop and home filled up. Now our grandkids are grown married and here we are!!!!! All I want to do is small garden my chickens and I am so over whelmed!!! Love your channel, It is awesome!

[@carolmiller6713]

Happy birthday, Gage!!! Love that awesome cake! (And the different-colored tape gift!)

[@katywillett2590]

That green blouse looks great with your eyes!

[@tanya2269]

I finished our Master Bedroom this past month & the Computer Room. I just finished the computer room yesturday and I broke down crying. My husband asked me what was wrong. I am finished, not out of happy tears but exhausted tears. Taking a break for this week and get back at it the end of next week. Daughters Birthday "Day's" parties are coming up this week.

[@TheMinimalMom]

WOW, that is a huge accomplishment, I understand the exhausted tears! Way to go and hope the party is great!!

[@rondap.328]

It is exhausting...it is more mental for me but with immune system problems that also makes it exhausting physically....it is hard....

[@tanya2269]

@@rondap.328 I live with a Mental Disorder the same one my mom had. I just look at this as bettering my mental condition. My mom did the same thing once but she literally threw every thing out on the front yard. I laugh about it now because I want to do the same thing but when she did it was a total disaster for my father that I had to get under control for him.

[@Nicole-yi2lo]

Your thoughts on decluttering cut through my mental chatter and help me tremendously. How freeing to think that I can’t really make a mistake. 💡Thank you!

[@Kate41013]

Just joined the FB group. I’m right in the middle of the decluttering process and I’m so happy to have this encouragement!

[@tep1962]

Sorry I can't join either. I deleted my fb account over a year ago and I'm currently thinking of deleting my IG. Good luck on this new journey.

[@daisygirl111975]

tep1962 I’m totally with you. I deleted the IG app off my phone two months ago and I haven’t missed it at all. Hmmm

[@tep1962]

@@KathyBGood That's awesome!

[@karlamalpica2211]

You are just amazing, everything you say really helps me. Thanks

[@sandyb34]

You are so funny - all the other days are the same as this day! So true! Thanks Dawn! I'm going to head over to the FB group to see what it's all about. I'm in the thick of decluttering. My husband thinks I've lost my mind and my friends think I've been throwing all my stuff away but I feel sooooo much better now! =)

[@TheMinimalMom]

"My husband thinks I've lost my mind and my friends think I've been throwing all my stuff away" LOVE this! Can TOTALLY relate! My family thought I was nuts! Now they get it :)

[@kristinjacobs4131]

You rock girlfriend. Thanks for all you do. That green looks awesome on you!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you Kristin!!! :)

[@tulipvalley111]

Amen sister! There is nothing we need if kids in Africa are living happily 99.9% less crap. Wow I’m seeing thing in a new light 🤩 what you’re describing clearly is enjoying Gods goodness ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheMinimalMom]

Yes, amen!!! :) :) :)

[@christineprettyman2527]

As someone currently living in Africa, yes. It is 100% true. These sweet children run & laugh together, often playing with nothing more than rocks, sticks, & on a good day 1 shared ball. Perspective is everything!☺

[@aligator6823]

I found that it's more fun to get rid of stuff then to get stuff

[@aestheticvideos3749]

Hearing about the keyboard cord incident, I'm curious of your discipline methods. Love your channel

[@CynthiaRaeC]

As always, thanks for your video. And congrats on the new venture on your fb page. I hope you are able to ignore the nay-sayers and complainers. It is obvious your goal is to help people, and this new fb group is just one of the many ways you do that!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much Cynthia, that means more than you know!!!

[@missionjubilee]

Happy Birthday Gage! 🎉🍰✝️🎉

[@amypeters9053]

So excited to join!!! We are on a decluttering and get out of debt journey so I am not sure how many months I’ll be able to stay - but I am hoping to get the kick in the butt I need!!!

[@TheMinimalMom]

They definitely go hand in hand don't they? So glad to have you for however long it is!!! :) :) :)

[@helenascribe210]

Super timely for me, Dawn. Much appreciated! Helena

[@tg3609]

Always love your videos! Thanks for all the encouragement ❤️

[@janetlandry-lucey5386]

I really need MORE videos exactly like this one to keep me going God Bless you Thank you for all you do!!

[@brettgradyquinn1232]

He was sick of hearing them practice piano lol! Man I remember those days.... ugh!

[@hollicarter3216]

Yay! I'm so excited for this group!

[@jenniferh3858]

I donated my Breadmaker awhile ago because I hadn’t used it for several years and it sat dusty. Now that I have 2 teenage boys I recently decided it would very helpful filling them up. I was so upset with myself that I got rid of it😩 But it’s so true I replaced it easily online no problem😃

[@whiterose4062]

Hello Dawn. I've been watching & taking your advice & tip incognito. Lol. I don't think I've made a comment before but I want you & your husband Tom to know that I enjoy & appreciate your videos. I'm a single mom in a 2 bedroom micro apartment in NYC with 2 teenage kids & I need all the tips I can get. It feels like I'm sharing a studio with my kids so clutter just piles up daily & the pace that I'm going is hard to keep things up. But I'm still going. Thank you again for your channel in a natural & spiritual way

[@TheMinimalMom]

Oh wow, that would be tight!! THANK YOU so much for your kinds words, we appreciate it!!

[@barbforbis1260]

Thank you so much for your videos, they are so inspirational. I have decluttered and feel so good about my home now & my husband loves it! ( his garage is another matter!lol). And your meal plan has helped sooo much. Im staying in budget and meals are a breeze! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@TheMinimalMom]

This is SO awesome Barb, way to go!!!!

[@janetj3072]

I love seeing Gage in your videos! Happy Birthday to Gage.

[@teaandjamswithbarbaraann54]

Yippy skippy! Got signed up. (under my actual name😉). Excited about the group! Thank you for all you do!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you! Excited to see you over there!!! (and to know your real name ;)

[@eileenlester3313]

Happy Birthday Gage! 🎂🎈

[@hollymitchell6436]

I’m in! Thanks for the opportunity!

[@stanleydoctor7947]

Dawn, Tim Young has a group/teaching platform at Small Farm Nation. He is also a marketing guru like yourself. He has free podcasts but a limited membership group he calls the SFN Academy in which he teaches folks how to market and manage their small farm businesses. I have often thought you should do some sort of academy like this as well because you are very clear and very easy to follow and I love the pace and practicality of your videos. If you want to commit to something like this, you would be excellent at it! Yes, Tim Young does offer courses, but most helpful to us are his podcasts and videos and in the academy (which is a limited, paid membership) he offers one on one coaching to help the members in their own pursuits (hence the limited number). Maybe a chat with Tim would help you set some sort of paid mentorship group up in your field of interest. He is not a fan of facebook, and he has a podcast on why he took his membership program off of facebook and set it up on a website. Just a suggestion to get you started since you may run into the same Facebook troubles he did. Or you may not. 🤷‍♀️ Thanks for all your free content so far! You have been so helpful to our family! -Emily

[@TheMinimalMom]

Wow, this is REALLY helpful to know, THANK YOU!!! (And THANK YOU for the kind words!!!)

[@stanleydoctor7947]

@@TheMinimalMom you are welcome! Best of luck for your new endeavor! Thanks again for all you do!

[@julijamikriukova9993]

Love your videos I just started minimise my home so happy to see space on shelves

[@Roos_Loves_Parrots]

Hi Dawn, good luck and have fun with the private Facebook group. I hope that everything stays the same on KZbin, because I will not become a member of the private Facebook group. Something with minimizing and maximizing savings account 😉 In addition, Dutch is my native language and writing English is easier than reading. Good day

[@TheMinimalMom]

YES! Everything will stay the same here!

[@kathyschieb6686]

OH my goodness. I am so excited! I have subscribed and paid. You are my only friend who understands and I am so excited to have someone to discuss the rough stuff and celebrate the successes. Thank you! Happy Birthday Gage! I am assuming you simplified so much he didn’t have anything else to cut lol. Oops

[@TheMinimalMom]

Awesome, so glad to have you!!! And that is really funny about having nothing left to cut!! Lol! :)

[@annw7886]

I don't have any problems getting rid of stuff I don't use or think I might need one day, but I have so much trouble getting rid of sentimental stuff. Like baby clothes, bottles, blankets, cuddly toys! I even told my husband one last baby and then I will definitely say goodbye to this baby phase, and let go of all the stuff, but that baby is now 18 months and knowing this is our last makes it even harder.

[@annw7886]

Does anyone have any tips for me? Thanks in advance!

[@user-zo8mf4gn5g]

signed up!!! Can't wait!!!

[@Leighfrance]

Signed up! Excited. So many things going on. I have put FB back on my phone for you. You should feel honored. Lol. I am so excited about so many aspects of the FB group. I hadn't thought about creating content and documenting it but what you said made a lot of sense. Would like to have further conversation about that.

[@TheMinimalMom]

I DO feel honored and feel SO EXCITED to have you in the group Leigh!!!!!!! :) :) :)

[@Leighfrance]

@@TheMinimalMom Please hear the laughter in my reply. Happy Birthday to Gage!

[@karend6467]

You look really good in green.

[@randomshenanigans1023]

Going for a walk now 😊. I wasn't planning on it but you mentioned it so now I'm going .I know it's better for me then studying the art of being a couch potato 🛣️👟😄

[@karaa7595]

Girl, you SO speak my language!