I've been a minimalist for almost 10 years now and the thing that keeps me minimalist, that keeps my house uncluttered it's my buying habits, you have to change your buying habits, you have to buy less and buy consciously. You can declutter all you want but if you keep buying a lot of things, your house always gonna be cluttered, beside it's a waste of money and resources...my concern is that people declutter and then buy more and more...the planet it's getting full, this is not sustainable.
Yes, I only buy what I absolutely need in my home. We live in a beautiful resort neighborhood because we don’t spend money on things but I choose to live a life full of adventure and activities.
💯... that is one of the reasons I have a hard time decluttering and getting rid of stuff. What if I get rid of a duplicate, and then the main one breaks and I need a new one? I got rid of one that was in great condition and now I need to buy a new one that most likely when up in price, since everything is going up in price. Having reserves gives me a peace of mind that I won't need to spend money on something similar for a long time.
@T.L. I'm the same way. I don't buy duplicates on purpose but if I have multiples of something that does get used, I'll save the rest. I actually don't buy much, thank goodness, but for example I have some vinyl table cloths that are kind of seasonal, and every so often if I see one I love I'll get one to add to my little collection. Some would say its too many but i usually have 6 or 7 folded away at a time. BUT we consume the cloths in the way that they are bound to get ripped or torn (cats and kids) so like if I have 2 nightmare before Christmas table cloths I'm keeping both because I know after one is done I'm breaking other one next Halloween lol
Something I have found helpful for clothing is to declutter after the season is over. So for example, In the spring go through your winter clothes, boots, hats etc. Whatever you never reached for, donate or sell because you are never going to use it even if you say you will.
I'm just about to send my "12 month box" (I allowed extra time cuz it had specialist baking moulds) to the rubbish dump. It's been sitting in the garage. Waiting.
Weird question 🫣...are the ritual capsules easy to take? They seem so big on the screen and I'm person who usually can't take big pills! I so want to try them this year but the size of them has been stopping me.
Hi Karen, I take alot of large capsule vits. I found that if you have a glass of luke wam water, and drink some first, then pop the capsule in your mouth and use the luke warm water to take the capsule you will not get it stuck or even notice the size. The cold water makes the capsule hard and awkward, that is what makes it stick. Give it a try. It took me 35 yrs to figure this out. I take many types of vits. Hope this is helpful.
I was never a messy person, everything was always clear & clean. But....my closet had clothes in I never wore. I kept things I thought I might need but never did. 2 yrs ago we moved into a new mobile home in a senior community. I started to declutter & organize. I now start at one end & go through the whole home. When I'm done, I start over. It's amazing how much I get rid of each time I do this. It is taking me less & less time to go through. I don't want someone else to have to declutter my home after I'm gone.....I want an organized home while I'm still here.
I put my Christmas decor away today, and it was not a big job like in years past because I’ve cut back. And, in the past, if I was having people over, I used to spend at least eight hours cleaning and tidying. Now, there’s very little to do. I’ve become great at tidying a room as I leave it, and I reset the living room and kitchen before bedtime.
Im glad you mentioned intrinsic motivation bc your tips on prepping your kitchen for an easier morning, has really resonated with me. I look forward to coming down to freshly made coffee, and a clean sink. It is now a habit for me
I found mushrooms in a cup this morning. Actual, home grown mushrooms. It was a cup with a lid and straw, and it has been sitting on a desk that usually holds a lot of clutter. I opened the cup to finally wash it and saw them. Lol. I think that's my sign to just toss the cup. I wanted to bleach it and keep it because it's cute, but I have 5 more just like it. So, I will toss it. I don't even know what the cup had in it to be able to grow mushrooms. 🍄
These are great points Kallie! I'm always trying to clear my worksurfaces in my kitchen (I have a really small kitchen) & I end up saying "Oh I just don't have enough space!" When maybe I should be saying " Oh I just have too much stuff" !
According to my definition of minimalism, you are a minimalist. I do not think minimalism is about owning less, but doing things intentionally. If you have a lot of plants, for example, because you love them, make your space cozy, the air in your house more clean, and taking care of them helps you taking care of yourself, why is it not minimalism? Who would want to live ONLY with the bare minimum? Who doesn't like a comfy bed or a beautiful view to look at through a window? Owning less just for the sake of it is pointless if you ask me.
I love how you said trying to achieve perfection only makes us buy more things and it’s unattainable. It is a true statement. I don’t think I can ever be a minimalist but I definitely enjoy having less things to clutter my home and my mind.
😂😂😂😂”declutter, organize everything, clean it and then just move out and never come back” this is hilarious. I love you !!! 😂😂😂 this is very true. Thank you for all your inspiring words. 🙏🏼😍❤️ 9:24
Like you, I borrow ideas from minimalism and repackage into what I call right sizing. Keeping flat surfaces clear and clean does make the whole day better. ❤
Repetition is the key: to learning, to habits, to life. We form ourselves with our thoughts, words, and actions. By repeating the desired, we enforce it until it becomes the default. Your reminders are REALLY Helping me to shape my future self. And Future, Present, and Past Selves unite to say THANK YOU!
I recently heard the term "essentialism," a word I feel describes my style of life. I try to own only what is essential for me to live happily. So I discard all but one spatula, but keep two blenders-one for food, one for my art. Though it may seem excessive to some, in my life it's essential to keep both for what I enjoy doing. This video is one of my favorites! Goes hands in hand with my idea of 'essentialism'. Thanks for keeping your tips adaptable to different styles of living with less.
Some great tips for integrating some minimalist thinking patterns and habits. ❤ congrats on baby #3! I love watching u but got out of that habit during the holidays (busy busy busy) and missed that announcement! 🤦♀️ how exciting for you and your family! 🤗
Great info as always. I have used alot of your tips. I have totally emptied my pantry & was shocked at the wasted food because of outdated items. I now use a black marker & put the month/yr on the side of the container & face it forward showing my the item & the exp date. I love opening the pantry & seeing what needs used soon, not buying more of the same item becuase not knowing what's in the cabinet, & donating to the food pantry anything getting close to exp date to the food pantry to be enjoyed. I helped a friend yesterday do her walk in pantry & we found 2 garbage bags of outdated items. (normal the first time around) she didn't think it was necessary at first when we started, but when we were done & looked into her pantry she knew where the fruit was, the vegs, baking needs etc. & didn't need glasses to find the micro sized exp date. She loved it!
I'll never be a true minimalist, but happy to borrow some concepts. My house is stocked with items I might use "one day," particularly for hosting guests. But it's time to face reality. I'm an introvert. I meet friends elsewhere and seldom entertain at home. Why do I have all these things that were rarely or never used? So guess what's going into the Yard Sale Box!
I'm leaning more toward minimalism, I'm between jobs right now and from experience, we have too much stuff. It's exhausting getting off work and diving into the full-time job of "dealing with stuff." I'm taking some time to pare down on stuff and deep clean the house before I get another job. Love your videos!
The box method really works, I've been doing it for years! The trick for emotional people fighting the hording gene like me is to use a box or black trash bag so you can't see in it! The rule is DON'T LOOK! Just drop it off! Makes it SO much easier to let go of once you forget whats in it!
Absolutely love the 6 month box idea! I’ve been paying monthly rent for a storage space since my divorce back in 2021. I am ashamed and angry to admit all of the money this has cost me. This 6 month box concept certainly gives me a whole new perspective on that situation, not to mention all the things I have here in my 800 sq ft apartment. Thank you Kallie! ❤️
I have been watching you since you were pregnant with your daughter and am proud to say that I’ve adopted quite a few of your life hacks. Finding a place for things and always returning it to that place is my #1 take away! Now when my husband asks where something is, I can tell him exactly where to look and he can find it!
So many good tips. I like the tip on being more intentional. I find that thinking of the ultimate outcome, eg empty shelves in a cabinet, really motivates me because I value clean space more than the items in the cabinet. Keep bringing us your valuable lessons. I really enjoy them. Thanks.
Clearing out things that you don't absolutely love can be very cathartic. I decided a couple of years ago that I would rather have empty rooms than have them full of furniture that wasn't used or filled up with "stuff".
I am not a minimalist, but able to enjoy this by keeping tabs of clutter. Your suggestion of keeping surfaces cleared & putting things away right away have been a great help. Thanks!🤗👍
Love all the hacks! I don't consider myself a minimalist either but I love the whole concept of living with less! It has helped me so much (in so many different ways that I wasn't expecting) to live with less stuff to take care/clean/organize..overall is a win win and I honestly love decluttering and taking the items to a donation station! My husband thinks I'm a little crazy hehe but that's the way he loves me! 😅...question: could you please share your kids closet or how you organize their clothes (bigger sizes, current sizes, small sizes for future kids) thank you in advance and congratulations!!
when my daughter she was 2, we started a rule that she has to give up almost the same numer of gifts she received at birthday and christmas. When she is no playing with something anymore, we hide it and if she didnt ask for it , we give it after 3 months. She never had a room full of toys she didnt play with !
i have 4 spatulas. one for breads, like grilled cheese... one for meats like hamburger.. one for the grill and one really wide one that i hav no idea what to do with yet but im sure ill figure it out someday. Big spoons tho is where i really shine.. i have like 9. Love your videos... ♥
Thank you for the video. I'm not a true minimalist, but I love having less stuff!! And sticking to a budget really helps. Congratulations on baby no. 3 !! I'm so happy for you and your family!!
When I heard your flat surface rule, it CHANGED. MY. HOUSE... I'm not sure any other "rule" really has, I don't really adopt rules but sayings and guidelines, but this rule has been one I've integrated and it's helped so immensely. I didn't realize how much stress was being stored on the counters, and therefore my body and my mind. Not just counters... Bookshelf (the top was for random stuff not decor), a shelf near our bedroom, my desk, etc. I'm still working on this but it really helps. I do keep a few things out on the kitchen and the bathroom, but only things we use every single day. The only duplicate (genuinely... we live in like 400 sq feet and we went through everything when we moved here a few months ago)... is a kitchen item that is small because we had a bad round of when we kept breaking them xD I won't say the item because it might break when it hears me type it but shhh... it opens *whispers* cans. Edit: So with the wait and see box, we've used this a few times... But on one of our recent moves, we knew we would be moving again a few months later, and didn't bother to unpack everything. Several boxes never got opened while living at that house, and I was like, do we even need this stuff?? We got rid of so much stuff during that move lol... Not how normal, routine decluttering goes, but it was nice at the time!
I needed this today! I am reorganizing/consolidating/ being realistic getting my sewing room (obsessed quilter!) ready to be a sewing room/ back up guest room. It needs to be ready in mid March. Can you say MOTIVATION!? I love the time out box idea. I also have adopted the idea that some of my projects/fabric/patterns need to be someone ELSE'S treasure now. Thanks for your enthusiasm and motivating ideas. (ps...any chance you need a baby quilt? I love them! As soon as I am bored with it-VOILA! its finished. I am serious....)
Sister -- you ARE a minimalist... you just aren't extreme. There is a huge continuum for minimalism... you aren't a stoic or spartan... but you are mindful, and mindful is the #1 trait of minimalism! Own it!
Aww I had no idea you were expecting! Congrats! ❤ I utilize so many points from your videos and appreciate what you do. You’ve helped my family of five get much more organized and cleaner over the years!
As a child I remember mom saying she tried to avoid dust catchers. It confused me. I asked show me one. It was a huge amber brandy snifter. (1960s.) It got used for so many flower arrangements, and as a container garden etc. It was pretty all by it'self . But it had to be dusted regularly. You chose whether or not to add extra work onto your schedule. When not being used into a cabinet it went and something else pulled out. It came down to choices of what you were willing to dust.
You say you're not a minimalist. But the essence of minimalism (explained by The Minimalists) is being intentional about your stuff and life - not so much as rigidly limiting yourself to having one dinner plate per family member. So by that standard, you are actually a minimalist.
So the amount of stuff I have laying around is directly proportional to the number of flat surfaces I have in my house. Working on this. Thanks for the tips!
I saw a video that said 'get rid of the container' Ie if you get rid of extra cupboards and surfaces you don't have as much room to store or set down clutter so it's got to go!
Yes! I got rid of the bar stools under my peninsula counter. They were just the standard cheap light wood with round seat you can get pretty much anywhere. And I bought them second hand. They're uncomfortable so we rarely sat on them, and had become the catch-all for our mail. My husband asked why I'd put the stools out in the yard sale... I smiled as I explained : I'm removing unnecessary flat surfaces, to help me learn not to put things on them! (He was proud of me, as this is something I've always struggled with). Now I use that space for the dog's food and water.
Combining a couple of your points ... "stick to a budget" and "forget perfection."... For years I thought I was a failure at budgeting because what I put down on paper never turned out to be what I spent in a month. I overspent in some areas. I underspent in other areas. It never "balanced." It was never ever perfect even one time. I have heard you say in other videos that you have to stick to your grocery budget exactly. And in this video you said again that we have to stick to the budget. But it seems to me that for many of us we do have to remain flexible. If something came up and we needed to or wanted to spend more money in one area, we could revisit our budget and rebalance it. Like "ok, there was a big sale on ground beef that I can freeze and that caused me to go over my food budget. But I don't think I am going to need the money I budgeted for clothes this month." Even if it is a want and not a need, we can look at our budget and make a decision about whether we can make it work this month or not. When I gave up the notion that my budget had to be perfect, I became much more successful at budgeting. Also, I no longer see budgeting as almost like a "punishment." I can budget for some wants if I have the money to do so as long as I am paying for all my needs plus saving money.
@@thereserubink3992 I am not actually asking for advice. I am suggesting that Kallie consider that her rigid budgeting plan may not work for many people's real life.
Kelly, You are a Minimalist who is in Denial. Why ? Bec Minimalism means living intentionally, buying what we need (not what we want). Be proud of being a Minimalist, it's excellent way to live simply yet with peacefulness 🙏🏼
I love this Kallie! 😁💜 I do most of these things and my thoughts are the same too. Especially one thing in, one thing out and to make sure you love whatever you are bringing in enough to get rid of something you already have. Another way to minimize is play the 30 day challenge. One thing out on day 1, two things out on day 2 and so on. It can be anything, as long as you're doing it. Thanks for the motivation Kallie! You're the best! 💜
I do seriously wish my work wardrobe and my any other time wardrobe could be one in the same....but it's just not possible for me. I work in a lab with automotive paint that gets on everything. So my work clothes really must be separate.
I’m trying to be more of a minimalist but it’s hard lol. So now instead I just take a page from the minimalist book. I strive to make things as easy as possible and sometimes that’s harder than anything. ❤
the only thing I really buy is christmas stuff. mainly because I love it but also because I recycle it and sell it. flat surfaces need to be tidy (or empty) I have a cat who likes to climb. she dusts the top of my furniture.
Thanks for your wonderfully thought-out tips and congratulations on #3. It would be helpful to me to see a succinct summary list at the end of your videos. It would be easy to pause that and take a few minutes to choose what I want to tackle and how I can implement them into my life/home. I know I could make my own list, but then I'd have another piece of paper lying around to add to my clutter. 🤪 I'm reading Atomic Habits (thanks for the recommendation) and have learned I'm more likely to follow through if I set up a time and place to carry out my goals. Thanks for your help.
Okay, this is not about your topic, however I do love your videos and advice...allow me to give you and your viewers advice and please take this seriously. When you opened one of your drawers, I see a box of Nexgard for dogs, it is a known fact that Nexgard and Provecto are indeed killing our animals. My friend never gave these products to her dogs, until her dogs got a few fleas, and she gave her dogs one of these products, both will do the killing of our animal's period, within a week both her dogs died after giving them one of these products, both of her dogs and I have witnessed other cases just like this. They were not related to one another or the same breed. Please, FDA knows this about these products, but for now only gives serious warnings of their usage. They should be banned. A very good reliable knowledgeable source about this is Dr Judy Morgan and Dr Karen Becker who are indeed the best holistic vets in the US. Please do not play russian roulette with your Beloveds. There are safer alternatives, and they will offer these suggestions which they are available to you. Unfortunately, because I live in Mexico, the only safer alternative for heartworm available to me is heartguard, lessor of the evils, still dangerous to some specific breeds, but no one has died in masses from it however they may develop lifelong seizers, like one of my Dobe's after giving it to him. I had to share this since your followers may have picked up on that box and think...hey, she gives Nexgard to her dog so will I too. Stop using these products. You are warned, you just got educated, if your Beloved dies from these products...you were warned.
Heyyyy, I just started watching your channel and like listening to you regardless of the content. However, yesterday I didn’t feel like cleaning my dishes at night and I found myself saying: “c’mon Aneta, tomorrow’s Kallie will thank you.” Ps. I know my own name, I just thought it was super funny, so I thought I will let you know that you are pretty amazing and you make people smile all around the world… Kisses&hugzzzz from Austria. Thanxxxx, Aneta
I’m so glad I found your channel. What you are talking about is exactly where I’m at in life and what I’m trying to do. Thank you for reassurance that I’m on my correct path 💕
1. Focus on flat surfaces 2. Get rid of duplicates 3. Stick to a budget 4. Minimize frequently 5. Remembering your why 6. The 6 month box/ wait and see box 7. Forget about perfection
I’m a mediumist. Not minimalist, not maximalist, just medium. As a design style, we mediumists are going for medium-core…or middle-core??!!! We’re defined by our “meh”attitude about decluttering and cleaning. We’re trying to have our movement use “MEH” as our acronym. Medium Excelling ????Human’s???Sigh 🫤
I used to have the cleanest, clutter free house. Everything had a home. My kids toys were perfectly put in order everyday after they played. Nothing could be out of place. Not even a remote control could be crook-ed on a table. I would have to straighten it out. OCD to the fullest extent. I wish I could take a picture of my house today and put it on here. I've never seen so much clutter in my life. I almost need hoarders to come into my life. I'm not even joking. What in the world happened to me? This is definitely something to do with mental illness in my case. But, the more clutter I have the worse my anxiety gets. I can never relax my mind. Clutter stresses me out.. I need Help.. I don't even know where to begin. I just wanna cry 😥😢😭😭 And I'm cleaning as I stopped to write this message. I clean everyday. It feels like I'm just moving things in circles around the room. 🤦🏼♀️ One day I WILL get this under control again.
Anyone with ADHD: Ignore the 6 month box tip. You won't go looking for it because you won't remember it exists. Object permanence is a tad lacking for us. lol
I've been a minimalist for almost 10 years now and the thing that keeps me minimalist, that keeps my house uncluttered it's my buying habits, you have to change your buying habits, you have to buy less and buy consciously.
You can declutter all you want but if you keep buying a lot of things, your house always gonna be cluttered, beside it's a waste of money and resources...my concern is that people declutter and then buy more and more...the planet it's getting full, this is not sustainable.
Yes, I only buy what I absolutely need in my home.
We live in a beautiful resort neighborhood because we don’t spend money on things but I choose to live a life full of adventure and activities.
Truth
💯... that is one of the reasons I have a hard time decluttering and getting rid of stuff. What if I get rid of a duplicate, and then the main one breaks and I need a new one? I got rid of one that was in great condition and now I need to buy a new one that most likely when up in price, since everything is going up in price. Having reserves gives me a peace of mind that I won't need to spend money on something similar for a long time.
@T.L. I'm the same way. I don't buy duplicates on purpose but if I have multiples of something that does get used, I'll save the rest. I actually don't buy much, thank goodness, but for example I have some vinyl table cloths that are kind of seasonal, and every so often if I see one I love I'll get one to add to my little collection. Some would say its too many but i usually have 6 or 7 folded away at a time. BUT we consume the cloths in the way that they are bound to get ripped or torn (cats and kids) so like if I have 2 nightmare before Christmas table cloths I'm keeping both because I know after one is done I'm breaking other one next Halloween lol
Something I have found helpful for clothing is to declutter after the season is over. So for example, In the spring go through your winter clothes, boots, hats etc. Whatever you never reached for, donate or sell because you are never going to use it even if you say you will.
Loved the last one.
I look forward to getting ideas from u :)
I'm just about to send my "12 month box" (I allowed extra time cuz it had specialist baking moulds) to the rubbish dump. It's been sitting in the garage. Waiting.
Weird question 🫣...are the ritual capsules easy to take? They seem so big on the screen and I'm person who usually can't take big pills! I so want to try them this year but the size of them has been stopping me.
Hi Karen, I take alot of large capsule vits. I found that if you have a glass of luke wam water, and drink some first, then pop the capsule in your mouth and use the luke warm water to take the capsule you will not get it stuck or even notice the size. The cold water makes the capsule hard and awkward, that is what makes it stick. Give it a try. It took me 35 yrs to figure this out. I take many types of vits. Hope this is helpful.
Try chin to chest when swallowing as well. It's counterintuitive, but works way better than tossing your head back.
Thank you both!! I will try every tip!
I was never a messy person, everything was always clear & clean. But....my closet had clothes in I never wore. I kept things I thought I might need but never did. 2 yrs ago we moved into a new mobile home in a senior community. I started to declutter & organize.
I now start at one end & go through the whole home. When I'm done, I start over. It's amazing how much I get rid of each time I do this. It is taking me less & less time to go through. I don't want someone else to have to declutter my home after I'm gone.....I want an organized home while I'm still here.
You should read the book, “The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning.” It’s a good read on this subject. ☺️
I put my Christmas decor away today, and it was not a big job like in years past because I’ve cut back. And, in the past, if I was having people over, I used to spend at least eight hours cleaning and tidying. Now, there’s very little to do. I’ve become great at tidying a room as I leave it, and I reset the living room and kitchen before bedtime.
This is so great to hear, how life changing for you, congratulations 😊
Im glad you mentioned intrinsic motivation bc your tips on prepping your kitchen for an easier morning, has really resonated with me. I look forward to coming down to freshly made coffee, and a clean sink. It is now a habit for me
If my husband didn't have to get up at 4:30am for work and have the coffee waiting for him, I would have it ready for myself instead. 😩😆
I found mushrooms in a cup this morning. Actual, home grown mushrooms. It was a cup with a lid and straw, and it has been sitting on a desk that usually holds a lot of clutter. I opened the cup to finally wash it and saw them. Lol. I think that's my sign to just toss the cup. I wanted to bleach it and keep it because it's cute, but I have 5 more just like it. So, I will toss it.
I don't even know what the cup had in it to be able to grow mushrooms. 🍄
Omg lol 😂
Like what Dana White says, "take it there now" instead of waiting to do so later.
These are great points Kallie! I'm always trying to clear my worksurfaces in my kitchen (I have a really small kitchen) & I end up saying "Oh I just don't have enough space!" When maybe I should be saying " Oh I just have too much stuff" !
According to my definition of minimalism, you are a minimalist. I do not think minimalism is about owning less, but doing things intentionally. If you have a lot of plants, for example, because you love them, make your space cozy, the air in your house more clean, and taking care of them helps you taking care of yourself, why is it not minimalism? Who would want to live ONLY with the bare minimum? Who doesn't like a comfy bed or a beautiful view to look at through a window? Owning less just for the sake of it is pointless if you ask me.
I love how you said trying to achieve perfection only makes us buy more things and it’s unattainable. It is a true statement. I don’t think I can ever be a minimalist but I definitely enjoy having less things to clutter my home and my mind.
I do not understand how trying to achieve perfection makes us buy more things. Somebody please explain?
I wonder if it is because it makes us more susceptible to marketing. Advertisers telling us we need this or that to make our lives better
I feel like it is aspirational purchases, like oh if I have this one thing my house will look better or this way all the toys will be put away, etc.
The Minimal Mom used to call it the Quarantine Box but now she calls it the Time Will Tell Box.
I love Dawn at Minimal Mom
None of us want to hear “quarantine” ever again😂.
😂😂😂😂”declutter, organize everything, clean it and then just move out and never come back” this is hilarious. I love you !!! 😂😂😂 this is very true. Thank you for all your inspiring words. 🙏🏼😍❤️ 9:24
I laughed at that, too! Funny and true!
Like you, I borrow ideas from minimalism and repackage into what I call right sizing. Keeping flat surfaces clear and clean does make the whole day better. ❤
That’s a scam!
Repetition is the key: to learning, to habits, to life.
We form ourselves with our thoughts, words, and actions. By repeating the desired, we enforce it until it becomes the default. Your reminders are REALLY Helping me to shape my future self. And Future, Present, and Past Selves unite to say THANK YOU!
Well said! 🙂 So true.
I love this comment
I recently heard the term "essentialism," a word I feel describes my style of life. I try to own only what is essential for me to live happily. So I discard all but one spatula, but keep two blenders-one for food, one for my art. Though it may seem excessive to some, in my life it's essential to keep both for what I enjoy doing.
This video is one of my favorites! Goes hands in hand with my idea of 'essentialism'. Thanks for keeping your tips adaptable to different styles of living with less.
Some great tips for integrating some minimalist thinking patterns and habits. ❤ congrats on baby #3! I love watching u but got out of that habit during the holidays (busy busy busy) and missed that announcement! 🤦♀️ how exciting for you and your family! 🤗
Same. I wish I had more time as a busy mom to watch more of her stuff, and others like my crochet channels. 😵💫🤪
The Minimal Mom calls it a “time will tell” box 😊 Love Dawn!!
SCAM!
Bin. It's the time will tell bin. 😄
@@FrogeniusW.G. you are correct!!
I love your “ just do it a little at a time, all the time” attitude toward clutter. Keep sharing! And thanks.
Great info as always. I have used alot of your tips. I have totally emptied my pantry & was shocked at the wasted food because of outdated items. I now use a black marker & put the month/yr on the side of the container & face it forward showing my the item & the exp date. I love opening the pantry & seeing what needs used soon, not buying more of the same item becuase not knowing what's in the cabinet, & donating to the food pantry anything getting close to exp date to the food pantry to be enjoyed. I helped a friend yesterday do her walk in pantry & we found 2 garbage bags of outdated items. (normal the first time around) she didn't think it was necessary at first when we started, but when we were done & looked into her pantry she knew where the fruit was, the vegs, baking needs etc. & didn't need glasses to find the micro sized exp date. She loved it!
That's an awesome idea, Mark the date
I have been doing the hack you said about choosing one place and tackling and decluttering it. One section of my home at a time! Thanks!
Congratulations, Kallie, on your third blessing to the family.
I'll never be a true minimalist, but happy to borrow some concepts. My house is stocked with items I might use "one day," particularly for hosting guests. But it's time to face reality. I'm an introvert. I meet friends elsewhere and seldom entertain at home. Why do I have all these things that were rarely or never used? So guess what's going into the Yard Sale Box!
I'm leaning more toward minimalism, I'm between jobs right now and from experience, we have too much stuff. It's exhausting getting off work and diving into the full-time job of "dealing with stuff." I'm taking some time to pare down on stuff and deep clean the house before I get another job. Love your videos!
The box method really works, I've been doing it for years! The trick for emotional people fighting the hording gene like me is to use a box or black trash bag so you can't see in it! The rule is DON'T LOOK! Just drop it off! Makes it SO much easier to let go of once you forget whats in it!
Absolutely love the 6 month box idea! I’ve been paying monthly rent for a storage space since my divorce back in 2021. I am ashamed and angry to admit all of the money this has cost me. This 6 month box concept certainly gives me a whole new perspective on that situation, not to mention all the things I have here in my 800 sq ft apartment. Thank you Kallie! ❤️
I have been watching you since you were pregnant with your daughter and am proud to say that I’ve adopted quite a few of your life hacks. Finding a place for things and always returning it to that place is my #1 take away! Now when my husband asks where something is, I can tell him exactly where to look and he can find it!
I forgot to Congratulate You & Your family on the new member on the way. You look very happy and healthy.
Your tips are great! I am currently on day 15 of the 30 Day Minimalism Game. Loving my progress.
Omg, yasssss queen, you speak to me. Preach❤️
Congratulations on your growing family!!!🥰
So many good tips. I like the tip on being more intentional. I find that thinking of the ultimate outcome, eg empty shelves in a cabinet, really motivates me because I value clean space more than the items in the cabinet. Keep bringing us your valuable lessons. I really enjoy them. Thanks.
Clearing out things that you don't absolutely love can be very cathartic. I decided a couple of years ago that I would rather have empty rooms than have them full of furniture that wasn't used or filled up with "stuff".
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I am not a minimalist, but able to enjoy this by keeping tabs of clutter. Your suggestion of keeping surfaces cleared & putting things away right away have been a great help. Thanks!🤗👍
My motto; Don't put it down, put it away.
I love this but my big road block is my hobby hoarding husband 😂
Love all the hacks! I don't consider myself a minimalist either but I love the whole concept of living with less! It has helped me so much (in so many different ways that I wasn't expecting) to live with less stuff to take care/clean/organize..overall is a win win and I honestly love decluttering and taking the items to a donation station! My husband thinks I'm a little crazy hehe but that's the way he loves me! 😅...question: could you please share your kids closet or how you organize their clothes (bigger sizes, current sizes, small sizes for future kids) thank you in advance and congratulations!!
when my daughter she was 2, we started a rule that she has to give up almost the same numer of gifts she received at birthday and christmas. When she is no playing with something anymore, we hide it and if she didnt ask for it , we give it after 3 months. She never had a room full of toys she didnt play with !
It’s about putting everything away every single time. I love being a minimalist and I couldn’t imagine living any other way.
i have 4 spatulas. one for breads, like grilled cheese... one for meats like hamburger.. one for the grill and one really wide one that i hav no idea what to do with yet but im sure ill figure it out someday. Big spoons tho is where i really shine.. i have like 9. Love your videos... ♥
We use the really wide one for flipping pancakes.
I was just about to say pancakes 😂
Minimising frequently is the key to my success! Living in a 1 bed apartment means I have to be very strategic in what we have and keep 😂
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That spatula was close to home. When I prep cook and meal plan sometimes 4 lol.
😂😂😂 clean it all and just move out!! Some days it crosses my mind!
Congrats again on reaching 1 million viewers! Loved your reaction. 😊
This video seemed to make something click for me.
Loved all of these tips. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for the video. I'm not a true minimalist, but I love having less stuff!! And sticking to a budget really helps. Congratulations on baby no. 3 !! I'm so happy for you and your family!!
Link for bench and bins pls
When I heard your flat surface rule, it CHANGED. MY. HOUSE... I'm not sure any other "rule" really has, I don't really adopt rules but sayings and guidelines, but this rule has been one I've integrated and it's helped so immensely. I didn't realize how much stress was being stored on the counters, and therefore my body and my mind. Not just counters... Bookshelf (the top was for random stuff not decor), a shelf near our bedroom, my desk, etc. I'm still working on this but it really helps. I do keep a few things out on the kitchen and the bathroom, but only things we use every single day.
The only duplicate (genuinely... we live in like 400 sq feet and we went through everything when we moved here a few months ago)... is a kitchen item that is small because we had a bad round of when we kept breaking them xD I won't say the item because it might break when it hears me type it but shhh... it opens *whispers* cans.
Edit: So with the wait and see box, we've used this a few times... But on one of our recent moves, we knew we would be moving again a few months later, and didn't bother to unpack everything. Several boxes never got opened while living at that house, and I was like, do we even need this stuff?? We got rid of so much stuff during that move lol... Not how normal, routine decluttering goes, but it was nice at the time!
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Our why is DUST allergies!
I needed this today! I am reorganizing/consolidating/ being realistic getting my sewing room (obsessed quilter!) ready to be a sewing room/ back up guest room. It needs to be ready in mid March. Can you say MOTIVATION!? I love the time out box idea. I also have adopted the idea that some of my projects/fabric/patterns need to be someone ELSE'S treasure now. Thanks for your enthusiasm and motivating ideas. (ps...any chance you need a baby quilt? I love them! As soon as I am bored with it-VOILA! its finished. I am serious....)
Just Get It done Quilts TH-cam channel has a great sewing room declutter series every January.
Check out Swanson’s fabrics for donating unfinished projects and materials!! I love what they’re doing
Check out Swanson’s fabrics for donating unfinished projects and materials!! I love what they’re doing
Ohhhhh CONGRATULATIONS on adding a new addition to your beautiful family ❤️
Sister -- you ARE a minimalist... you just aren't extreme. There is a huge continuum for minimalism... you aren't a stoic or spartan... but you are mindful, and mindful is the #1 trait of minimalism! Own it!
Aww I had no idea you were expecting! Congrats! ❤ I utilize so many points from your videos and appreciate what you do. You’ve helped my family of five get much more organized and cleaner over the years!
As a child I remember mom saying she tried to avoid dust catchers. It confused me. I asked show me one. It was a huge amber brandy snifter. (1960s.) It got used for so many flower arrangements, and as a container garden etc. It was pretty all by it'self . But it had to be dusted regularly. You chose whether or not to add extra work onto your schedule. When not being used into a cabinet it went and something else pulled out. It came down to choices of what you were willing to dust.
You say you're not a minimalist. But the essence of minimalism (explained by The Minimalists) is being intentional about your stuff and life - not so much as rigidly limiting yourself to having one dinner plate per family member. So by that standard, you are actually a minimalist.
I finally came to the conclusion that I didn't need 6 black purses! When you think about the money you wasted on unnecessary stuff, it's a shame!!
So the amount of stuff I have laying around is directly proportional to the number of flat surfaces I have in my house. Working on this. Thanks for the tips!
I saw a video that said 'get rid of the container'
Ie if you get rid of extra cupboards and surfaces you don't have as much room to store or set down clutter so it's got to go!
Yes! I got rid of the bar stools under my peninsula counter. They were just the standard cheap light wood with round seat you can get pretty much anywhere. And I bought them second hand. They're uncomfortable so we rarely sat on them, and had become the catch-all for our mail. My husband asked why I'd put the stools out in the yard sale... I smiled as I explained : I'm removing unnecessary flat surfaces, to help me learn not to put things on them! (He was proud of me, as this is something I've always struggled with). Now I use that space for the dog's food and water.
Combining a couple of your points ... "stick to a budget" and "forget perfection."...
For years I thought I was a failure at budgeting because what I put down on paper never turned out to be what I spent in a month. I overspent in some areas. I underspent in other areas. It never "balanced." It was never ever perfect even one time.
I have heard you say in other videos that you have to stick to your grocery budget exactly. And in this video you said again that we have to stick to the budget. But it seems to me that for many of us we do have to remain flexible. If something came up and we needed to or wanted to spend more money in one area, we could revisit our budget and rebalance it. Like "ok, there was a big sale on ground beef that I can freeze and that caused me to go over my food budget. But I don't think I am going to need the money I budgeted for clothes this month." Even if it is a want and not a need, we can look at our budget and make a decision about whether we can make it work this month or not.
When I gave up the notion that my budget had to be perfect, I became much more successful at budgeting. Also, I no longer see budgeting as almost like a "punishment." I can budget for some wants if I have the money to do so as long as I am paying for all my needs plus saving money.
Budget a little for "flexibility"
@@thereserubink3992 I am not actually asking for advice. I am suggesting that Kallie consider that her rigid budgeting plan may not work for many people's real life.
Kelly, You are a Minimalist who is in Denial. Why ? Bec Minimalism means living intentionally, buying what we need (not what we want). Be proud of being a Minimalist, it's excellent way to live simply yet with peacefulness 🙏🏼
I love this Kallie! 😁💜 I do most of these things and my thoughts are the same too. Especially one thing in, one thing out and to make sure you love whatever you are bringing in enough to get rid of something you already have. Another way to minimize is play the 30 day challenge. One thing out on day 1, two things out on day 2 and so on. It can be anything, as long as you're doing it. Thanks for the motivation Kallie! You're the best! 💜
I do seriously wish my work wardrobe and my any other time wardrobe could be one in the same....but it's just not possible for me. I work in a lab with automotive paint that gets on everything. So my work clothes really must be separate.
I call myself a mindfulist! Someone who is just an intentional purchaser.
Wish I could convince my husband to declutter. He has a hoarding problem. It's so bad it causes me to go into depression.
You have a really good way of explaining the pholophy behind the concepts. And I didn't know you were pregnant-- congratulations!
So you’re an intentationalist. It’s probably not a word (Auto correct underlined the word in red) but it is now.
The six months box is a good idea, but I'll forget what's in it, lol.
I 9:58 wow! I really needed to hear this! And I’m doing the 6 month box challenge today! 😁😁 thank you for being so spot on, I love your videos
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Great video! Random, but do you mind me asking where your couch is from?! I love it!
I’m trying to be more of a minimalist but it’s hard lol. So now instead I just take a page from the minimalist book. I strive to make things as easy as possible and sometimes that’s harder than anything. ❤
the only thing I really buy is christmas stuff. mainly because I love it but also because I recycle it and sell it. flat surfaces need to be tidy (or empty) I have a cat who likes to climb. she dusts the top of my furniture.
Cats dusting -- LOL. And if you don't keep those areas decluttered for them, they'll push everything off for you!
The message about perfectionism is spot on. Great video. Thank you!
great video, thank you.
I repeat your advice, you’re morning self will thank you, every night when I’m tiding everything up!
I need to do everything you said!!!! My “what I need it” clutters my house. Thanks for sharing
I love your sofa sectional. What brand is it?
Thank you, I love the 6 month box. Idea. I always say if you haven't touch something in 6 to 12 months you don't need it.
Yes monitor what’s coming in! I am logging it this year, making an in and out record. I started with clothes but include household stuff too.
My son told me that exact same things, "mom, how many spatulas do you need?". I told him you can never have enough. Lol
I’m obsessed with the green in your kitchen!
Congratulation on new baby🥳 and thanks for all advices you shared with us.
Been NEEDING this video
Thanks for your wonderfully thought-out tips and congratulations on #3. It would be helpful to me to see a succinct summary list at the end of your videos. It would be easy to pause that and take a few minutes to choose what I want to tackle and how I can implement them into my life/home. I know I could make my own list, but then I'd have another piece of paper lying around to add to my clutter. 🤪 I'm reading Atomic Habits (thanks for the recommendation) and have learned I'm more likely to follow through if I set up a time and place to carry out my goals. Thanks for your help.
Okay, this is not about your topic, however I do love your videos and advice...allow me to give you and your viewers advice and please take this seriously. When you opened one of your drawers, I see a box of Nexgard for dogs, it is a known fact that Nexgard and Provecto are indeed killing our animals. My friend never gave these products to her dogs, until her dogs got a few fleas, and she gave her dogs one of these products, both will do the killing of our animal's period, within a week both her dogs died after giving them one of these products, both of her dogs and I have witnessed other cases just like this. They were not related to one another or the same breed. Please, FDA knows this about these products, but for now only gives serious warnings of their usage. They should be banned. A very good reliable knowledgeable source about this is Dr Judy Morgan and Dr Karen Becker who are indeed the best holistic vets in the US. Please do not play russian roulette with your Beloveds. There are safer alternatives, and they will offer these suggestions which they are available to you. Unfortunately, because I live in Mexico, the only safer alternative for heartworm available to me is heartguard, lessor of the evils, still dangerous to some specific breeds, but no one has died in masses from it however they may develop lifelong seizers, like one of my Dobe's after giving it to him. I had to share this since your followers may have picked up on that box and think...hey, she gives Nexgard to her dog so will I too. Stop using these products. You are warned, you just got educated, if your Beloved dies from these products...you were warned.
Heyyyy, I just started watching your channel and like listening to you regardless of the content. However, yesterday I didn’t feel like cleaning my dishes at night and I found myself saying: “c’mon Aneta, tomorrow’s Kallie will thank you.” Ps. I know my own name, I just thought it was super funny, so I thought I will let you know that you are pretty amazing and you make people smile all around the world… Kisses&hugzzzz from Austria. Thanxxxx, Aneta
This is so true a friend of mine always said one in one out with regard to stuff in your home and it works if you do it lol
Your hair looks great here!
I hate clutter but love maximalism interior design so I am always torn haha
The minimal mom calls it her “time will tell” box… 🙂
I’m so glad I found your channel. What you are talking about is exactly where I’m at in life and what I’m trying to do. Thank you for reassurance that I’m on my correct path 💕
Happy New Year! Your looking extra "beauitful" in this video :)
Always love your videos😊
Love your channel! Thank you!!
1. Focus on flat surfaces
2. Get rid of duplicates
3. Stick to a budget
4. Minimize frequently
5. Remembering your why
6. The 6 month box/ wait and see box
7. Forget about perfection
The "wait & see box" is the "time will tell bin". 😁♡
I’m a mediumist. Not minimalist, not maximalist, just medium. As a design style, we mediumists are going for medium-core…or middle-core??!!! We’re defined by our “meh”attitude about decluttering and cleaning. We’re trying to have our movement use “MEH” as our acronym. Medium Excelling ????Human’s???Sigh 🫤
Hi from Queensland, Australia 🙂
I used to have the cleanest, clutter free house. Everything had a home. My kids toys were perfectly put in order everyday after they played. Nothing could be out of place. Not even a remote control could be crook-ed on a table. I would have to straighten it out. OCD to the fullest extent. I wish I could take a picture of my house today and put it on here. I've never seen so much clutter in my life. I almost need hoarders to come into my life. I'm not even joking. What in the world happened to me? This is definitely something to do with mental illness in my case. But, the more clutter I have the worse my anxiety gets. I can never relax my mind. Clutter stresses me out.. I need Help.. I don't even know where to begin. I just wanna cry 😥😢😭😭 And I'm cleaning as I stopped to write this message. I clean everyday. It feels like I'm just moving things in circles around the room. 🤦🏼♀️ One day I WILL get this under control again.
Anyone with ADHD: Ignore the 6 month box tip. You won't go looking for it because you won't remember it exists. Object permanence is a tad lacking for us. lol
Congrats on baby three. I want to thank you for your videos.