9 Things to Reduce in Your Home to Save You Time

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  • Sometimes the very things we accumulate because we think they will help us save time, don’t. Even worse, they begin to steal more and more of our time.
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  • @rebeccaoprea9917
    @rebeccaoprea9917 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +109

    The more stuff we have, the more money and time to attain and maintain them. Stuff is active, not passive. It takes up mental and physical space.

    • @mariah3654
      @mariah3654 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      So true. Stuff is active, not passive 🧸💡

  • @GSDsforever
    @GSDsforever 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +80

    I quit watching TV 14 years ago. Best decision ever.

    • @camillaholst7321
      @camillaholst7321 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Wise decision. Most of my life I haven't had one, even when my children were young.
      Sure, you can find many good productions from BBC etc., but I see TV mainly as a way to keep us deaf and blind, and make us crave more.
      Which is not the way I want to live my life.
      I prefer a free and independent way, and minimalism helped a lot :-)

    • @andrekeulemans473
      @andrekeulemans473 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      My TV is TH-cam

    • @sarafollador2778
      @sarafollador2778 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Same here! No point of having TV at home.

    • @katrinat.3032
      @katrinat.3032 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      Every body tells me to get Netflix. I don’t want to watch more TV.

    • @andrekeulemans473
      @andrekeulemans473 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      With Netflix You're going to pay for Movies You're not even going to watch. I would rather just rent one Movie on Google TV if I really want to watch it in a Blue Moon. That can be once every 6 months, year or even 2 years. There's enough Movies and TV series on TH-cam that You only pay for data

  • @ubineyu
    @ubineyu 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +202

    1) clothes
    2) kitchenware
    3) decoration
    4) self-care supply
    5) Furniture
    6) cleaning supply
    7) televisions/ digital screens

  • @dianavaldez3371
    @dianavaldez3371 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +60

    Less screen time is definitely the winner. For all of us who say we don’t have enough time, I can guarantee our screen time is way too high.

  • @pinkroses135
    @pinkroses135 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +71

    Spend more time caring for yourself 🎯

  • @sweetkitty3249
    @sweetkitty3249 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +166

    My dad said, "The more your own, the more you're a slave to."

    • @PulpParadise
      @PulpParadise 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

      The more you own, the more that owns you. Everything you own needs to be cared for in some way, even if it's only stored or dusted.

    • @YunuPolsen
      @YunuPolsen 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I believe that with all my heart. Stuff seems to call out to me - "wash me, put me away, dust me..." - never-ending 😮

    • @louisefarber7573
      @louisefarber7573 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My dad too!

    • @camillaholst7321
      @camillaholst7321 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      So true. Wise dad.

    • @BL-rb7jm
      @BL-rb7jm 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The more you have, the more you have to handle it.Move it around, touch it, store it.

  • @harrykimerdman2659
    @harrykimerdman2659 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +102

    I love minimalism. Some are called to it and some are not. I am one who is definitely called to it. I love it.

    • @softsophisticate
      @softsophisticate 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Me too. My home is just the essentials, plus a non-essential, a vase of flowers on the dining room table or coffee rable - that is my small luxury for myself.
      What I do struggle with s all my notes, I seem to create paperwork - drives me nuts.

    • @YunuPolsen
      @YunuPolsen 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      I chuckle at my little quirk- just as a like my personal space, I also think my stuff enjoys a little breathing room; so none of my items are packed too close together ( except my books, I think they like to snuggle).

    • @cindycox9496
      @cindycox9496 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm just starting to declutter, it feels great? I'm not a minimalist but would like to ge. My husband and I are retired. My husband hangs on to more things then I. If he wanted to be a minimalist I would be like yes!

    • @MadalinaU22
      @MadalinaU22 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@YunuPolsen Haha.. If you love reading, you would never use books just as decoration. Of course they love to snuggle! So funny.. Also.. stuff looks better when it has room to breath. Things get to shine.

  • @valerierogers9609
    @valerierogers9609 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +110

    I'm always amazed at all the unnecessary crap available in the stores 😮 We could do with a lot smaller, fewer stores.

    • @softsophisticate
      @softsophisticate 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      Yes and what a wast of earth's resources that will all end up in the landfill.

    • @thefinefrugalline3232
      @thefinefrugalline3232 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Agreed!!

    • @janetstonerook4552
      @janetstonerook4552 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Adding to that, I seldom buy any flavor ice cream but vanilla. I purchase a high quality brand and then we add our own flavorings and toppings! Much tastier and satisfying!

    • @josephinemorgenstern8161
      @josephinemorgenstern8161 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      ​@@softsophisticateExactly. And we humans continue living this way even though we see how catastrophic it is for the environment, and even though we can imagine what kind of a world we will leave for later generations. Who will one day look back at our generations and be disgusted.

    • @theenokimarauder
      @theenokimarauder 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I feel the same way when I go to yard sales or thrift stores 🫣 I'm glad that items may get a second or third life, but when I see all the unnecessary less-desired objects it always reminds me how much STUFF we humans produce... especially in developed countries. And it's been going on for decades.

  • @sapphireblue1013
    @sapphireblue1013 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +27

    I'm on a journey to simplifying. I'm overwhelmed with the amount of stuff. Reminds me of a scripture (whether you believe or not); "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
    Matthew 6:21 I do not want my heart focused on STUFF. Wonderful video and instructions. Thank you. New subscriber. YAY

    • @lurlenejones456
      @lurlenejones456 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Also, "lay aside every weight."

    • @sapphireblue1013
      @sapphireblue1013 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@lurlenejones456 indeed! 👏

  • @Bessie66
    @Bessie66 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +42

    Finally finished decluttering and living with more minimalism - actually found the benefits yesterday when cleaning. The chores are done in no time.

    • @Julia-zz1gq
      @Julia-zz1gq 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      how did you declutter? it's so overwhelming and emotional for me

    • @Momma_AL
      @Momma_AL 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      @@Julia-zz1gqjust start with one room / area at a time. Set a timer maybe 15 minutes to do as much as you can quickly so you’re not overthinking everything. Once the timer goes off you can stop but you might want to continue when you see how much progress you’ve made. Don’t get caught up doing anything else like cleaning or organizing while decluttering. You can do that later. Have boxes / bags for your stuff. Throw away, sell, donate, keep. Once you’re done get rid of those things so you don’t change your mind. Make a SMALL sentimental box if you need to.

    • @Bessie66
      @Bessie66 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      @@Julia-zz1gq it has taken me nearly 4 years. It really is overwhelming and some days it felt endless and I would then leave it for weeks but believe me when you have done it you really do think twice about buying stuff.
      Start with one room and one piece if item in that room - you’ll get there eventually. Wishing you lots of success x

    • @softsophisticate
      @softsophisticate 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      @@Julia-zz1gq
      You aren't going to get it all done in one go.
      Have two strategies that I like to use together.
      1) Quick and easy - if I have some spare time, I say to myself "Go and find 20 things anywhere in my home to get rid of". It is easy to find 20 things. If you are motivated, you may go off and find another 20 things, but don't worry if you are not.
      2) Room by Room - Pick a room each week and spend some time in that room decluttering. Don;t worry if you don't get it all done. The next week pick another room. When you have gone through all the rooms, go back to the first room and then go through all of them again.
      At some point you will be able to go into a room, open all the cupboards and see you have nothing left to get rid of as you use it all.
      An alternative is to take everything out of a room except furniture. Pack it all away into a box. Clean and hoover the room. Re-arrange furniture if you like.
      Now live in that room for a month. If you find you need something, such as a lamp by your bed or sofa, take it out of the box and put it back.
      At the end of the month, open up the box and use it to style your room only using items that enhance and make it look beautiful or that you think you will use at some point.
      Household Paperwork, pick a category. eg Water bills, go through that category and get rid as much as possible. Move onto next category. When done, go back to the first and go though it all again.

  • @catherineterry9110
    @catherineterry9110 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +22

    less stuff is best. im 85 and get rid of stuff except when i get stuck what to get rid of. thanks for your help.

  • @aspinaki
    @aspinaki 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +28

    The way you advise people is really outstanding. Thank you for your assistance.

  • @Alex1611AD
    @Alex1611AD 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    The Bible tells something similar:
    When goods increase, they are increased that eat them: and what good is there to the owners thereof, saving the beholding of them with their eyes? (Ecclesiastes 5:11, KJV)

  • @LivingLife9295
    @LivingLife9295 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Our family has decluttered a lot since we've moved to our new home last year. It felt great! Now I'm doing another declutter because now the less stuff feels like too much!

  • @odettegibbs2238
    @odettegibbs2238 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

    The idea that possessions which were meant to save us time often don't is SO true. This is why I have lived fridge-free, dishwasher-free and washing machine free for more than 2 years now. I used to spend SO much time cleaning my fridge and throwing away food I forgot about. Now I just buy the fresh stuff I need for the day, cook it and eat it. Not hard. No fridge cleaning ever required, and no food wastage ever. I'll never need to fix a broken appliance, or obtain movers to move them if I ever change house. I also save money on electricity. Yes, it does require going to the shops either daily or every second day. But that's easy where I am. I am fully convinced I save time overall by doing this, and improve my health. Also, as far as a washing machine goes, I used to have one... sometimes it would leak and then I would need to get it repaired. Such a pain. Now I just go to the laundromat. It's no longer my responsibility to purchase or care for a machine. And I am sure it is more ecological for the whole community to share a machine, than for every individual to own one. A dishwasher is also a waste of time for me, since I only have a small amount of dishes. Quicker to just wash them by hand than load and unload them into some supposed "time saving device" that requires expensive tablets and itself needs to be cleaned.

    • @wild_goose00
      @wild_goose00 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      wow you inspire me.

  • @alanbirkner1958
    @alanbirkner1958 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    A friend (sadly, now deceased), was moving. She had a huge home full of decor items for every season and holiday. She offered me boxes of stuffed animals and
    silk flowers. I took one small stuffed bear in a Halloween costume. She also had roomsful of craft items, clothing, and more. Mutual friends and family took what
    they wanted. There was still plenty for 2 garage sales and charity donations. Tina, Al's wife

  • @lisalovelylpa
    @lisalovelylpa 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +23

    Less clothes …. Omg !!!! LOL
    I just did a major renovation of the “garage “ , it’s really my art museum , I couldn’t believe how life stressing it was to tackle the garage/ museum. Its a joy now to use !

  • @micheleohmer4117
    @micheleohmer4117 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +34

    Joshua, please share what cleaning supplies you use. Most people I know have too much bedding/sheets and towels! We live in NY so we have mostly cold months, we reduced our bedding-each bed has a set of fleece sheets for Fall/Winter and 1 set of cotton sheets for Spring/Summer. 2 bath and hand towels per person. 1 blanket and quilt per bed, a few throws to cozy up in the living room, the rest was donated either to a thrift store or older stuff to the local animal shelter. 4 gabage bags full! Best decluttering category we have done.

    • @deborahpellerito6117
      @deborahpellerito6117 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Yes please

    • @pollyburroughs2027
      @pollyburroughs2027 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I have wanted to try this, but my concern is, what happens if someone gets sick and the linens need to be washed because of a mess that happens in the bed? The sick person needs a fresh change of sheets/blankets in the night, perhaps, when laundry cannot conveniently be completed, and the person needs to be put comfortably back into the bed? But I guess they could temporarily use their second off-season set.

    • @LouciferFlump
      @LouciferFlump 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@pollyburroughs2027I’m pretty minimalist (apart from a million houseplants!!) but I think a couple of spares for such a scenario is very sensible. Extreme minimalism is fine….until there’s a crisis, something’s soiled, broken, lost.
      There’s an important differentiation to be made between superfluous and way too little!! 👍🏻

    • @pollyburroughs2027
      @pollyburroughs2027 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@LouciferFlump thanks for this thoughtful reply.

  • @janetstonerook4552
    @janetstonerook4552 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    I buy a huge bottle of extra strength Dawn about once a year. I use it for SO many cleaning projects! That, Lysol, vinegar, Bar Keepers Friend and baking soda handle pretty much all my cleaning needs.

  • @skincaremakeup40
    @skincaremakeup40 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +33

    As a young widow with a daughter(alone in cleaning and organizong our life)i live in a huge house and still i'm plenty of free time:i'm a minimalist,this is my secret!

    • @susannegiesen2114
      @susannegiesen2114 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      Sending you my deep condolences 🙏🍀 I wish you strength and caring people in this hard time. All the best to you and your daughter🍀

    • @valerierogers9609
      @valerierogers9609 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Keeping life simple is definitely a strength. May God bless 🙌 ❤

  • @jennifershaw4756
    @jennifershaw4756 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    This list has me thinking of making another pass through of the house. There are always things that creep in. Great video. I look forward to them every Friday evening.😊

  • @marystackpole118
    @marystackpole118 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    So glad I saw this!!! I have donated so much and I feel Great bc of it!! I can't Thank you enough! This is again great advice!! My home and life is so much Better!! We all benefit when we donate!! I love my house now!!♥️

  • @angiew4544
    @angiew4544 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I'm definitely not a minimalist and enjoy decorating. I have however discovered that the older I get the more I dislike clutter and have started cleaning out closets and cupboards more and more.

  • @SteveTTTT
    @SteveTTTT 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +26

    Always good advice. Watching your videos each week keeps me on track to keep worldly goods to a minimum

  • @conniepleasantnails
    @conniepleasantnails 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I’ve taken my time to learn how to master these areas and I’m currently working on the “kitchenware & self-care supply” I am using up my self-care items and finding affordable options to replace them. I am also using less. My system for cosmetics is, I use up the expensive items first. So a cleanser for the face or a lipstick. It then gets replaced and some items never get replaced. I also grocery shop very minimally. I find ways to use up every fresh vegetable to reduce waste. Yesterday, I removed 9 kitchen items out of the kitchen. It feels nice to be able to see into a drawer without digging through unnecessary items. 😊❤

  • @IOSALive
    @IOSALive 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +30

    Joshua Becker, amazing content keep it up

  • @paulhilburn6526
    @paulhilburn6526 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    Started down the path of moderation & minimalism….
    Can’t believe how much consumerism has grabbed hold of “us”
    3 “New” storage places have sprung up within 3 miles of my home…and there were already two storage companies close!!! 🙃

  • @aisumelef211
    @aisumelef211 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    I moved to the Philippines from Canada. It was winter when I left so, my clothes were for winter. It's mostly summer at 38°C in the Philippines. I have been hand washing my house clothes every day to save on electricity. I frankly cannot use the winter clothes here. I didn't have house clothes in Canada either. They were used clothes from The Thrift Store. After housework, it's impossible not to shower. I've perspired a lot and gotten dirty. I only have three leggings and three shirts. I wash them each time I shower while in the shower. I need a few more house clothes to change to after showering and when I have my period to maintain cleanliness. I've never had the overflowing wardrobe typical of North Americans because I grew up with hand-me-downs from my older sisters. I am slightly taller and bigger than anyone that I know of here in the Philippines. Other women's clothes won't fit me. I definitely need it or when I am sick and can't hand wash my clothes, I would have to keep wearing them soiled. Here in the Philippines, not showering and changing into clean clothes after housework or heavy perspiration is a sign of poor hygiene.

  • @jessjenkins5474
    @jessjenkins5474 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Thank you. I have a day free tomorrow and I will work on getting rid of items I no longer want/use.
    Great video, your calming nature makes your videos enjoyable 😊

  • @user-je2lp2iz7e
    @user-je2lp2iz7e 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    We also gave up t.v. LOVE IT get so much done and it helps that we love music and we are in our 70s

  • @DaleSteadman
    @DaleSteadman 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You hit it on the head, things we buy steal our time, so true.

  • @elizabethsydnor5247
    @elizabethsydnor5247 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +35

    It's so ridiculous when people say everyone has 24 hours a day.And we've always just had 24 hours a day.But the thing of it is some of us are single.We have the whole load on ourselves.Other people are married.They have 2 people to share the loads.So there are big differences in why things can't get done

    • @poolboyinla
      @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Who's fault is that?

    • @elizabethsydnor5247
      @elizabethsydnor5247 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

      @@poolboyinla what a nice comment. Thank you.

    • @poolboyinla
      @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@elizabethsydnor5247 Thank you. I'm a very helpful guy.

    • @juliemarkham4332
      @juliemarkham4332 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Why is it ridiculous to say when it is a fact - you mean because it's stating the obvious?

    • @lisa-mariegray5510
      @lisa-mariegray5510 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      I agree with you to a point but what about when one spouse has a chronic illness or disability and their husband or wife has to be their primary carer? I had to hold down a job, look after my husband for 7 years 'til he died and help my daughter with her babies as they were born, all at the same time. For those 7 years I had to do everything on my own as hubby couldn't help me. What got done got done. Everything else went out the window.

  • @mariah3654
    @mariah3654 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    If I had that many cabinets in my kitchen my counters would be clutter free 😌

    • @Cathy-xi8cb
      @Cathy-xi8cb 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Everyone in a NYC sized apartment knows that you don't own anything that you don't need. 450 square feet is possible without suffering.

  • @BrendaAnderson73
    @BrendaAnderson73 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Oh, how I needed this today... Thanks for your time and effort to direct me and others in the right direction of peaceful lives.

  • @tgood9344
    @tgood9344 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So true! It’s also so hard to get to this level. Using time wisely beginning with less screen time is probably the hardest thing at this time of our society. Secondly decluttering, we (myself included) can always have some sort of excuse to not do this. Thank you for the reminder. I personally will try doing better. A simple life makes for a happy life.❤

  • @ashleaspruce8185
    @ashleaspruce8185 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +118

    I wish my husband would stop buying off Amazon

    • @Lex.S.theonlyone
      @Lex.S.theonlyone 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

      I can see your point. I think Amazon buying should be meaningful. I am personally an Amazon and eBay shopper and I have not set foot inside a mall in close to 15 years. I think if I actually shopped in a mall like in the old days I would be making a lot more spontaneous purchases without any research and then regretting them. Yes, you can still do the same thing with Amazon, however, I carefully read all the reviews before I make a decision. Usually, I have 20 items sitting in my wish list sometimes for months before I pull the trigger. This way, each purchase has a lot more meaning and I know exactly what I'm buying so it is not a regret the moment I get it in the mail. When I was still going through my decluttering phase a while back, my hard rule was for anything new I buy, I had to get rid of at least three other things by donating or selling. I'm more relaxed about it now since I don't have as much as I used to

    • @kimgordon3695
      @kimgordon3695 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      He may not realize there is a annual fee. Talk to him. He will probably cancel! ❤

    • @Lex.S.theonlyone
      @Lex.S.theonlyone 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@kimgordon3695 your comment makes partial sense. Yes, there is a fee only if you're a prime member, but you don't have to be a prime member to shop on Amazon. It is not like Costco or Sam's. I'm a prime member only a couple of times a year when I need to do some batch purchases, and then I cancel. The only benefit here is that sometimes you get a lower price than non-prime members and you get faster shipping, but most of the time I don't mind waiting a couple more days on something and I don't really watch anything on Amazon Prime or shop at Whole Foods or use other Amazon perks. You can do the same with Netflix. If you know there's a show you want to watch on Netflix but you don't want to pay a monthly fee just batch watch something in one month and then cancel and don't resubscribe for months until you know something else is coming up. This also builds excitement and is more rewarding
      My most meaningful membership is TH-cam Premium. I get so much benefit out of it. I hate commercials and ads of any kind so I pay to not have them on TH-cam. TH-cam is what I watch 98% of my TV watching time so I don't regret it one bit. I reduced in so many areas of my life that this is worth it. It is my only ongoing subscription every month.

    • @poolboyinla
      @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah, most things are cheaper on ebay.

    • @Lex.S.theonlyone
      @Lex.S.theonlyone 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@poolboyinla they are, especially if they're coming directly from China and you don't mind waiting a couple of more weeks. Sometimes that makes it harder to return things, so I still make careful considerations and sometimes pay a few dollars more from a seller in the US knowing I can return much easier, but these are still quite few purchases that I make under these conditions. Sometimes I save the same things on both eBay and Amazon on my wish list on both for comparison as far as price goes and it can go either way

  • @pamelalyon3264
    @pamelalyon3264 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I'm retired, single, live alone. I have too much time on my hands.

  • @MyCrownstar
    @MyCrownstar 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Excellent video! For anyone looking for a great multi cleaner try Dr. Bronner’s Sal Suds. It is concentrated so must be diluted, but you can literally clean everything in your house-- floors, bathroom, mirrors, kitchen, etc. You can even wash your dishes and clothes. A 32 oz bottle typically last 1 year with weekly use. This and a disinfectant to sanitize certain areas is all I use to clean. A good disinfectant is Odor Ban.

    • @MaxineAnne77
      @MaxineAnne77 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I think you mean "Dr Bronner's" Sal Suds. I'm a big fan of his peppermint soap too.

    • @MyCrownstar
      @MyCrownstar 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@MaxineAnne77 Yes Dr. Bronner! Voice typing ugh! I like their Castile soaps, unfortunately I cannot use the castile soaps as I hard water and it leaves a film on everything and my skin dry.

    • @claradiblasi354
      @claradiblasi354 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for sharing 🌷

    • @susanglista2762
      @susanglista2762 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks I’ll check into it

  • @GratefulDeb270
    @GratefulDeb270 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you! ❤

  • @kennethbailey9853
    @kennethbailey9853 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    You make Such a Difference for me !!!

  • @belle108jc
    @belle108jc 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for your much needed advice for simple living.🙏

  • @valeriehowden471
    @valeriehowden471 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    A 4 pack of toothpaste is the biggest stocking up I've done this year.

    • @tgayer1
      @tgayer1 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Love it! My house is tiny, so I tend not to stock up on items as well. My bathroom has very little storage, and I have one small shelf in the spare bedroom for surplus. But I’m content with that. It’s easy to keep track of what I have and what I’m out of. 😁

  • @simini1837
    @simini1837 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Thank you for the inspiring video !

  • @amandabrown4895
    @amandabrown4895 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Thank you for this video.

  • @josephinej5949
    @josephinej5949 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi, I just want you to know that I really love your videos and I'm very happy when listening to them. Thank you for your work.

  • @LisaSimplified
    @LisaSimplified 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Things. That's so true.

  • @lurlenejones456
    @lurlenejones456 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    "Spend more time caring for yourself, and less time trying to decide how." Yup.

  • @margarethubbard1173
    @margarethubbard1173 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love your clear direct and, if I must say, decluttered delivery :)!!

  • @Ourhomeschooladventures
    @Ourhomeschooladventures 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Love these tips ❤

  • @carriemainquist757
    @carriemainquist757 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Oh. Joshua Becker. Such a great message!

  • @katieee962
    @katieee962 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m in no spend month challenge. (Clothes and household goods). Just focusing in my 4 walls. Housing, transportation, utilities, and food.

  • @autobotdiva9268
    @autobotdiva9268 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    donating old toys tomorrow morning. found my 22 year olds BUZZ LIGHTYEAR. OMG

    • @micheleohmer4117
      @micheleohmer4117 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      You could probably sell that!

    • @Bessie66
      @Bessie66 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Bet your child would love that back?

    • @sjchan3199
      @sjchan3199 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Check to see if its worth some money first, like wise wirh your other toys.

    • @autobotdiva9268
      @autobotdiva9268 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@micheleohmer4117 really? Didnt think about that

  • @says6747
    @says6747 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The pointers addressed in the video are so important and least talked about. Kudos to your research for bringing such an awesome video ❤

  • @trishamorgan4
    @trishamorgan4 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very helpful. Thankyou

  • @daleodberg6714
    @daleodberg6714 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very encouraging

  • @donnawiseman9311
    @donnawiseman9311 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you. You know, I know all these things, but it sure helps to have the reminder!!

  • @veggied4life
    @veggied4life 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    QUESTION: What are the few cleaners that you mentioned? Thank you.

  • @kamloopscruiser874
    @kamloopscruiser874 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    1: clothes 2:21 simplify getting ready, fewer decisions, less shopping, laundry routine and space required to store.
    2: kitchenware 2:46 streamline meal prep and clean up
    3: toys 3:16 fewer toys nurtures creativity and helps kids learn to clean up their own things at the end of the day
    4: decorations 3:46 keep the most meaningful and beautiful - owning less is more time recaptured
    5: self care supplies 4:26 a curated selection declutters space and the routine
    6: furniture 4:55 over furnished space is harder to clean and consumes time.
    7: cleaning supplies 5:29 choose a few multi use items to simplify routine, decisions and space to store them
    8: garage clutter 6:16 do your garage items get in the way?
    9: TVs and digital screens 6:53 the avg person uses 3 hours in front of a screen of some type.

  • @lisabourque1321
    @lisabourque1321 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Loved this ❤

  • @pintiliemagdalena2146
    @pintiliemagdalena2146 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You are the best on TH-cam ❤Thank you for your videos!🙏🏻

  • @user-xu9ts6yi1o
    @user-xu9ts6yi1o 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thanks for this video👍

  • @micheleaubourg5963
    @micheleaubourg5963 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤ Love this!

  • @lucindawilson5510
    @lucindawilson5510 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thank you

  • @elyt
    @elyt 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I agree with this list. I did them on my own life except the kitchenware since I still live with my parents.
    It did wonders! And I'm watching myself out too being self-aware and mindful in case I plan to re-include similar items again in my life. It feels good when I started to let go and it feels good seeing so much space now. I love empty spaces. Now it's either I maintain or go through all my stuff again because I might have missed something!

  • @sarapawsonherrington2595
    @sarapawsonherrington2595 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Sounds like a great fit for tackling the KonMari method on the whole house! Thank you for reinforcing what I have been postponing for several years!

  • @audreycasassa1683
    @audreycasassa1683 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent Advice!!!

  • @monikavarro2020
    @monikavarro2020 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've been decluttering all of last week. 😁

  • @aleithea2715
    @aleithea2715 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great words of wisdom as usual. Thank you for this video.

  • @HN-db5cn
    @HN-db5cn 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is so true thank you for this video.

  • @julieo5293
    @julieo5293 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I don’t mind having “wall clutter”. I like a lot of things on the wall. It helps insulate and sound proof the house too. I do not like surface clutter though. I try not to have a bunch of nick nacks out that don’t have a purpose.

    • @amymartin5753
      @amymartin5753 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Yes - they become items to dust frequently

  • @cindycox9496
    @cindycox9496 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Several yrs ago I stopped watching TV due to rls but even if I didn't have rls I would have cut back. Now I watch no more then 1 hr a week and don't miss it. TH-cam I at l east learn something from it.as far as games I only play a couple and I do crafts ,sketch, write letters, clean, see those I love.spend time with pets. Help others.im 68 wish I learned earlier but at least my life is full of happy days.

  • @jemwhit
    @jemwhit 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    so good! i'd love to know what multipurpose items you guys have found work well :)

  • @kimgordon3695
    @kimgordon3695 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    7:00

  • @702sky9
    @702sky9 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Guilty of #8 thank you for reminding me. 😊🥰🙏🏻

  • @maryanncarmody5646
    @maryanncarmody5646 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

    Would you consider sharing those few cleaning products? I’m interested is streamlining. Thank you!

    • @calebjames123
      @calebjames123 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      I’m not Joshua Becker but I will share what I use.
      Norwex microfiber cloths for wiping down counters, kitchen appliances, quick bathroom sink wipe down, windows, mirrors. Washable and reusable.
      Norwex mirror/window cloth for polishing after using the microfiber cloth. Washable and reusable.
      Young Living Thieves household cleaner. A tiny bit goes a long way! Dilute in a spray bottle for cleaning tables, countertops, cabinets, anything really. Also use in a mop bucket for mopping floors.
      As an alternative to the Thieves cleaner. Take citrus peels, put in a jar and fill jar with vinegar. Let sit in the fridge for about two weeks. Then use in a spray bottle, half citrus vinegar half water. For mopping use half plain vinegar half water.
      Soft Scrub for deep cleaning toilets, showers, and sinks. After a kitchen sponge is too worn out for dishes, use it for cleaning bathrooms.
      Baking soda and vinegar. Pour into toilets to scrub and disinfect.

    • @nicolecarter1072
      @nicolecarter1072 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Vinegar
      Bicarbonate soda
      Borax
      A shop bought anti mould shower spray
      Windex
      I use old newspapers to clean windows. I make rags from old, worn out clothes.

    • @maryanncarmody5646
      @maryanncarmody5646 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@calebjames123 Thank you!.

    • @maryanncarmody5646
      @maryanncarmody5646 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@nicolecarter1072 Thank you!

    • @claradiblasi354
      @claradiblasi354 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@calebjames123Thank you, you are very generous with your knowledge 🌷

  • @sweetlampe
    @sweetlampe 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you for this video to keep us in check of our stuff. I’m finding it very difficult to minimise my clothes,it’s just so hard. Do decorations mean Ornaments we have?🤔

    • @MaxineAnne77
      @MaxineAnne77 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Well, I started by moving along items I hadn't worn in one year. First, I moved everything to the left half of my closet, then as I wore something, it got put away on the right-hand side. After one year, you've run through all the seasons, and it becomes obvious what you are not using. Then I gave myself permission to toss/donate what wasn't working for me, for whatever reason. I still keep a few pricier items, like my big London Fog coat that only gets worn once in a blue moon, but you get my drift. As for ornaments, I believe they fall firmly in the category of decorations. I thought it would be tough to clear out our Christmas decorations, but it was not. (I was really surprised to discover that hubby agreed with me on what should go.) I started with a nice pile of items that had "seen better days" and still seem to find a couple of things to let go of every year. Just get started with something you are tired of shoving around. You'll love the feeling and want to let go of more and more!

    • @nicolecarter1072
      @nicolecarter1072 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      An easy start is to try on every piece of clothing you own and give away anything that doesn't fit comfortably.

  • @hisaddle
    @hisaddle 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    2:18 second lecture till we start the info, luckily I set play back speed at 1.5 .

  • @Cathy-xi8cb
    @Cathy-xi8cb 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This can be simple: the people in your life (family members, coworkers, etc.) ARE NOT DOING THEIR JOBS. Simply put, you are not getting the help you need. Ask for it. Demand it. Set limits on what you are doing for them.

  • @inGodweTrust122
    @inGodweTrust122 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Probably cut down some time at the gym. That will give me more time to play guitar. Besides, if I get any more swole I'll have to clutter my closet with new clothes that my chest won't rip. Good looking out doc

  • @mariastathopoulos744
    @mariastathopoulos744 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Less clothes = extra laundry cycles and clothes wearing out at a faster rate.

    • @hlw1306
      @hlw1306 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      And boring choices

  • @albertosamayoa6030
    @albertosamayoa6030 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I would add hot showers. If you take a cold shower, you are done in three minutes, but hot showers feel so good, that you can stay under the water for 20 minutes or more.

    • @emc6511
      @emc6511 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Wait -- Joshua said spend more time on caring for yourself -- HOT SHOWERS for the win LOL

  • @avenj4659
    @avenj4659 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤

  • @MissRoyalMathi
    @MissRoyalMathi 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    😂😂 wow, i am implementing this ❤❤❤❤

  • @BL-rb7jm
    @BL-rb7jm 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There are so many anxieties in this system of things and never in history.Has it ever been this bad?Where people are dealing with layoffs.Government increase taxes Layouts it's the anxieties

  • @shirleyburnham2782
    @shirleyburnham2782 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

  • @kayscheuer9159
    @kayscheuer9159 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤😊

  • @renzo6490
    @renzo6490 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Wanna save me time?
    Get right to the point .
    Your video really begins at 2:20

  • @anniemesrobian8587
    @anniemesrobian8587 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    💛🌱😊

  • @mrsstrople
    @mrsstrople 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Excellent videos with some novel ideas. Sorry your comment section is so strange though.

    • @mariah3654
      @mariah3654 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😊

  • @nancyrussell4708
    @nancyrussell4708 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    My husband needs to put his phone down.

  • @caniluan
    @caniluan 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hola, por favor activa los subtitulos en otros idiomas, estás perdiendo público por esa razón. Hablo español, intento ser minimalista. Sigo a Benita Larsson y ella y otros minimalistas activan los subtítulos en otros idiomas para llegar a todo el mundo. ¡Sería increíble que pudieras hacerlo! GRACIAS 😊

  • @WildKraftyAotearoa
    @WildKraftyAotearoa 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    🌺🌺🌺

  • @evanhughes9576
    @evanhughes9576 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    When you reference a "recent study" or claim that "research suggests" something, it's a good idea to include a link to what you're referencing in the video and/or the video description.

    • @JoshuaBecker
      @JoshuaBecker  13 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Just added it, thanks.

  • @johnberry2877
    @johnberry2877 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A bud trimmer saves lots of time 👍👍

  • @diannegoode9010
    @diannegoode9010 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am going to sort through my kichen ware. Just to check that what l have is useful to me.

  • @poolboyinla
    @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    I own things because it is fun.
    I love having lots of nice clothes because it makes leaving the house fun. There are so few well dressed men in America.

    • @KadeBronson
      @KadeBronson 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      America is the land of the slobs.

    • @melaniegodwin8791
      @melaniegodwin8791 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I hope that is not your idea of what life is about.

    • @poolboyinla
      @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@melaniegodwin8791 Life is about living for God and loving and caring for your family. Looking good is part of that.

    • @melaniegodwin8791
      @melaniegodwin8791 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@poolboyinla that is YOUR interpretation. Your whole comment was about owning things and looking good. I have no problem with that. It just seems so shallow to me.

    • @poolboyinla
      @poolboyinla 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@melaniegodwin8791 I am fine with you being judgmental. You showing us how judgmental you are just shows how important it is to represent yourself well in looks and behavior because you will be judged.

  • @PulpParadise
    @PulpParadise 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great list, thank you @JoshuaBecker!

  • @happycloudgamer1088
    @happycloudgamer1088 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Watch les TV. So if I am a Movie geek. That becomes a issue. But I agree with own les

  • @ChelleMEis
    @ChelleMEis 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I save time by speeding up you tube videos 😂

  • @andrekeulemans473
    @andrekeulemans473 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How to watch less TV
    Cut out the Soapies and the rest will follow