What else should we add to the list?

@4lliemac

Жыл бұрын

Refills?? Like soap refills… oh my

@VeganMangoQueen

Жыл бұрын

I did the 30 day minimalism game over my 3 day weekend and i was worried I wouldn’t be able to do it bc I’ve been a minimalist for 8yrs and I did struggle but I included things that were trash and split up socks to make 2 items but I found a bin of “important papers” and realized I had w2s from 2014 and resumes from 5 years ago like why. I went through gardening items on my patio and found quite a few items as well.

@524FrmGrl

Жыл бұрын

Extra school supplies! We had three whole hutch drawers full of used crayons, colored pencils, many glue sticks, Elmer’s glue bottles, dry erase board markers, super glue, folders, half used notebooks etc. I bought new every year, but kept accumulating the old one from the year before. I cleaned it all out and donated them to my sister who is a teacher in a poor district. She was thrilled.

@jacintao6826

Жыл бұрын

I can’t remember if any/all of these are on the list but I’ve recently got rid of: extra perfumes, unused kitchen gadgets (soda stream, rice cooker, vegetable cutting tools), unused sports shoes (my husband use to play squash and my son played soccer), picture frames, containers with missing lids (and lids with missing containers). Also digital clutter: deleted my Instagram account, unsubscribed from loads of junk emails. It’s also good to change your bills/bank statements etc to email rather than paper form.

@johannaellberg4377

Жыл бұрын

Candles you don't like or use, party supplies, extra napkins and table cloths.

Have to disagree strongly on one point- you should NOT throw away old photos! You should make copies and archive them for backup and safely store them somewhere. Computers, flash drives, CDs and so on can be stolen, damaged, or lost. If you really don't want the photos then find a family member that may because those photos may one day be a part of your family's history.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Always do what feels right to you! These are just suggestions to get you thinking ❤️

@seaofroses8888

Жыл бұрын

A photo can be damaged or lost as easily as a computer, flash drive or dvd. Actually, if it’s on your computer you could back it up to google photos or a cloud. That is safer than all of the above

@samleonyne

Жыл бұрын

It just helps as a reminder that we ain't gonna take anything with us upon leaving this world, minimalism makes the process of leaving this world (whenever destined) easier 🤞

@maiwurld2578

Жыл бұрын

@@seaofroses8888 thats true,i have lots of old.picture that slowly damage overtime.i saw my father in law ,throw away lots of picture.a big box of old picture.he only keep one photo album

@annehooper2151

Жыл бұрын

I agree--I'm 70 and hoping to make a scrap book for each of my 5 grandchildren. They will all live out their lives in their own families and homes and probably in different cities and provinces--so each grandchild needs a book of memories of their dad and grandparents and memories of who they came from. This will be a big job--but that is what I hope to do soon.

I have to respectfully disagree on the idea that your pets don't need toys, because wild animals don't need toys. Pets stay mostly/entirely in the house or the immediate space around the house. It's a similar principle to zoo animals, who also stay within a confined space- their lives are made more meaningful when they have enrichment. Which doesn't necessarily HAVE to be toys, but toys are a convenient way to make that happen. Love the video!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Definitely do what you feel comfortable with. These are suggestions to get you thinking ❤️

@Moonorchidwolf

Жыл бұрын

Wild animals do have toys, just not ones from the store. They play tug of war with bones and sticks, they chase and chew small prey animals, they play with each other. Stimulation and enrichment is an absolute need for animals that are being kept outside of their natural "toy" filled environment.

@madiemic0506

Жыл бұрын

My dogs have 1 toy- a horse ball (they destroy everything else) and they have natural bones. Other than that they find sticks and branches in the yard and spend hours playing with them. Crappy dog toys are definitely not a necessity and some of them are so dangerous to dogs.

@emmalou5955

Жыл бұрын

I think that one is honestly dependent on your pet, my dog personally doesn’t play with toys as much as I wish he did especially because I have a because I live far from work so an 8 hour work day turns out to be longer, and there’s been times where he’s gotten bored and well a pitty who gets bored is a pitty who will find something other than his own things to chew on. I’ve pretty much stopped buying him toys, don’t get me wrong I spend hundreds on other things for him but I find getting him out on walks and socializing with people makes him the most happy and gets the restlessness out that built up from the week. When I can I get him on the trails with me or take him to social outings where he’s invited he enjoys that much more than toys. On the other hand my dad’s dog will go through toys within a week. So I think that one is just about knowing your fur baby and doing your best with their personality.

@melissamelech9536

Жыл бұрын

When I watch videos like these, I look at it as a review in life. I ask my self do these tips fit my stage of life right now. In truth my 12 year old dog has six balls to play fetch, five stuff animals and three deer antlers. She plays with two balls, one stuff animal and all three antlers. Her current stage of life is sadly getting close to the end, this video has me thinking about am I helping her in this stage.... This is how I watch or listen to these videos not at a must too. I don't know if this might help to see this from a different way if not no worries. You do you. I am glad you comment cause it started getting people to think and for me I love that. I like the thinking comments not the fighting comments if you understand what I mean. Have a peaceful day and space.

Love most of your pointers but from experience, I strongly recommend NOT taking the hard copy manual out of your car! We took my car on a road trip and ended up in a situation that we needed to change an obscure setting to navigate, I only had a digital manual that wasn't saved for offline access, and there was zero cell signal. It made what should have been an okay situation incredibly tricky and stressful. Once we got home from the trip a manual book was the first thing I bought. It's worth it to keep. Someday you might be reeeeeeally glad you had it lol

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Definitely do what you feel comfortable with ❤️

@kaylacouture0

Жыл бұрын

I agree! I’m keeping mine lmao. Data isn’t always accessible.

@kirstenweyter4431

Жыл бұрын

I agree! I also keep a roll of quarters in the glovebox, because so many times they’ve come in handy, like paying for air for tires or the car vacuum machines or old fashioned car wash places. There was one I went to for years that only cost 50 cents.

@haleyh9875

Жыл бұрын

I did a mix of these two options & downloaded my car manual! It saved space & on the off chance that I do end up needing it on the side of the road I don't need service : )

@cameronmercer4930

Жыл бұрын

I have a flip phone because I feel like not using social media all day everyday declutters my mind. I actually needed my car manual today because I was doing my own repairs. I find the car manual can also be a lot faster to find very specific information than having to google or watching KZread videos anyway. It’s just one book out of the way that makes life a lot easier if you anticipate doing any auto care yourself. If you don’t travel, are fine potentially forking over hundreds to thousands for towing and mechanics instead of at least trying it yourself…. Then sure, throw it away. But mine has helped me save soooo much money.

My biggest issue with most minimalism is when we hear on repeat , I will just borrow it from someone else. This can work sometimes but shouldn't be rel led on when getting rid of your own. It comes across very entitled to depend on being allowed to use others stuff so our houses can be simplified.

@sct4040

Жыл бұрын

If you need a kitchenaid, keep the kitchenaid. I agree, having to run over to Mom’s to borrow one is dumb.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

@@sct4040 I love the excuse to see people I love and depend on them more. Always do what feels right to you. What works for me may not for you.

@alexanderbt1987

Жыл бұрын

She's referring to items that you don't use often or at all but keep just in case you might need it's someday. "I might need it some day" is what gets many people stuck when they had been making progress on their decluttering journey. In the past, I would purchase a large tool or item if I was going to work on a remodel job in our home only to find that I haven't used this large item since that remodeling project 5 years ago and now it's sitting there just taking up valuable real estate. Had I decided to rent it from a tool rental place or borrow it from a friend, I would not have to make the difficult yet necessary decision to finally get rid of this item.

@sunflowers730

Жыл бұрын

Yes! Neither a borrower or a lender be!

@likejohnnyandjune2024

Жыл бұрын

Right! And then they can't usually come to you because you have nothing to lend in return

definitely KEEP the car manual in the car… broke down a couple times at night with either low phone battery or no data connection…. a lil paper manual isn’t taking up much space :)

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Different for everyone. But valid point.

@pattysperfectday5397

Жыл бұрын

I second keeping the car manual. If you travel around the us you might discover that there are still places that don’t have cell coverage. You don’t want to break down without your manual and find out you can’t access the internet.

@genxx2724

Жыл бұрын

Yep. Eliminate the junk instead. The glove compartment is meant for necessities: manual, car registration and insurance card, and tire pressure gauge.

@dailyimprovement

11 ай бұрын

I agree, completely! In fact, I believe if ANYTHING is in the glove compartment of my car at all, it should be the car manual and important paperwork like my insurance card. I believe the other stuff in there is what may need to be decluttered. 💯

@n.m.dimmick194

2 ай бұрын

Hard agree! I think a lot of people who almost exclusively drive locally or in metropolitan areas *could* get away with getting rid of it, but it's not like it takes up all that much room, and it's potential to get you off the side of the road and back to somewhere where you can call for help is well worth every square inch. My last car didn't come with a manual, as it was used, and I never once regretted printing out the maintenance and engine layout sections from the internet. Even for just basic maintenance, it's way easier to grab the manual than look it up every time you need to buy new wipers or check when you'll need your next tire rotation.

Here u go 1. Expired food 2. Extra silverware 3. Extra pots + pans 4. Spices you don't use 5. Kitchen gadgets + Appliances 6. Random fridge stuff 7. Toxic cleaning products 8. Expired supplements 9. Reusable bags 10. Extra baking sheets 11. Clothes you haven't used in 6months 12. High Heels 13. Trendy Impulses 14. Sunglasses 15. Uncomfortable clothes 16. Freebies 17. Extra cars sitting around 18. Non-essential in the glove box 19. DIY Leftovers 20. Paper Clutter 21. Unused Holiday Decor 22. Stuff from old hobbies "We do no do ourselves favor hanging on to past seasons of our life when we have entered into new ones" 23. Exercise Equipment 24. Duplicate or Unused tools 25. Collections 26. Old Photos 27. Empty Cleaning Products 28. Empty Hair Products 29. Empty Makeup Products 30. Giveaway Chapsticks 31. Anything thats broken 32. Anything spoiled or otherwise ruined 33. Extra towels 34. Medicines that expired or served their purpose 35. Toxic Makeup Products 36. Skincare products containing chemicals 37. Toxic or unused haircare products 38. Puzzles missing pieces 39. Board games that aren't being played too often 40. Plastic toys (Unless they're your child's fave) 41. Noise making toys 42. Craft kits 43. Baby items 44. Throw Pillows 45. Lingering Holiday Items 46. Knick Knack decor items 47. Furniture that's in the way 48. Dead plants 49. Extra plant pots 50. Extra/Ripped/Worn/Old Pet Supplies 51. Books you won't read again 52. Gifts you don't like 53. Birthday Cards 54. Invitations + Holiday Cards 55. Letters 56. Ticket Stubs 57. Random Cords 58. Old headphones 59. Punch Cards 60. Coupons 61. Unused Gift Cards 62. Old Phones 63. Pens 64. Bulk packs of office supplies like post-its 65. Just in case items 66. Things that require you to buy more things 67. Anything you don't like maintining 68. Anything you wish would walk itself out the door 69. Anything you could rent or borrow 70. Anything that already served it's purpose

@abundanceintheson_467

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for this!

@melanieallen3655

8 ай бұрын

Yes!! Thankyou❤

@tomtroy3792

7 ай бұрын

Thanks bro I came to the comment section just hoping that somebody did this thanks again

@dolcevita713

6 ай бұрын

❤ thank you so much!!!

@chriscox2868

6 ай бұрын

I think my whole house could do with emptying

To anyone who is entering minimalism with young kids! I would just like to say, as a minimalist myself, remember to allow growth and change as your kids get older/bigger. They are going to have their own idea of how they want to live and navigate their space. We were able to build two extra rooms for my teenagers and my 3 kids have their own rooms for the first time. I feel strongly that since I am so adamant that my house is simplified, I don't make them simplify their own rooms. They grew up minimalist but my 16 and 18 year olds are going through the phase of loving stuff. I don't want them to feel guilty about this. They will come to how they want to live on their own.

@LyndaJohnston-gm1ks

Ай бұрын

Well said...

I would recommend keeping a pair of good quality sunglasses. UV radiation is quite harmful for eyesight, despite the benefits of getting a bit of sunlight.

@inasrainbowland8819

28 күн бұрын

Your eyes do not need sunglasses- You only get addicted to them because your eyes get more sensitive because they get used to them. 10 years before I believed that too. After years I know better.

@DrWelp

27 күн бұрын

Agree! UV Rays can cause early onset cataracts. I know this from experience.

@kowalchukm

23 күн бұрын

@@inasrainbowland8819 you must know better than the eye doctors I've visited my entire life lol You absolutely need sunglasses.

I have blue eyes and I am completely blinded by the sun without sunglasses. I’ve tried not wearing them and my eyes hurt so bad. For me it’s a necessity! 😎

@catboy_official

Жыл бұрын

Yeah sunlight cooks the eyeballs and causes cataracts. Please wear sunglasses.

@okaypearl

Жыл бұрын

same, the squinting gives me really bad headaches too. i've tried to go without sunglasses for several weeks and i was getting headaches nearly every day

@n.m.dimmick194

2 ай бұрын

Same. I also think it's relative to your lifestyle. Most people will be totally fine without sunglasses, even if they spend most of their free time outside, but if you're someone who works outdoors, it can be really important for preventing sun damage to your retinas.

@marijevantoever

Ай бұрын

All I've ever read and heard from eye doctors, is that direct sunlight is not good for your eyes and that your eyes will age faster from direct sunlight. Your eyes can develop stare quicker etc. So I wouldn't give the advice to everyone to not wear sunglasses.. But I do like the advice to declutter the sunglasses to 2 pp.

@alecsgirl

Ай бұрын

Yup. I used to have 15/15 vision, now I wear glasses, due primarily to aging caused by light damage. Wear sunglasses.

I always decluttering my things but watching declutter video like this motivates me to declutter more and more.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@mandahome

Жыл бұрын

100%

@kristavinod583

Жыл бұрын

Same here ❤

@SharonFaithmotoadventures

11 ай бұрын

me too!!'

TIP: declutter holiday decor when you first put it up at the beginning of the season. Most thrift stores don't accept holiday decor donations in January...I found that out the hard way this last January and have been waiting to donate those items until the new season.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Good tip! Thanks!

@fairyduckling

Жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure goodwill takes holiday decor all year, every time I go there seems to be new things in the holiday sections

@rachelhele7827

Жыл бұрын

It’s because we have to store things all year round and a lot of charity shops will just bin things unless they are in real good condition for resale. If your stuff is unsaleable just bin it yourself it costs the shops more money in bin bags that are nearly too pounds a bag. Only clothes we get money for in rag money for the charity shop. Plus shoes and linens.

@sarahtwamley3508

Жыл бұрын

Yes, this is a great tip! Also, before you donate, find a consignment store to work with! They display a month before the holiday, so hopefully, you'll get some money back!

I love “anything you wish would just spontaneously combust so you didn’t have to feel bad getting rid of it” 😅😅 i definitely needed to hear that today, I’m trying to decluttering

@MadisunGray

8 ай бұрын

😂

@npkrn6764

8 ай бұрын

Yeah...why is arson against the law?? 🤣 in "maximalist" bordering on hoarding, arson should totally be allowed!

I literally ran to my closet and got rid of 2 garbage bags full of clothes while watching this video. I am so grateful I found your channel. 💛

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you are here! Thanks for watching ❤️

@sct4040

Жыл бұрын

I too got rid of synthetic clothes and kept all cotton, linen and silk.

Don’t trust the cloud.. it lost all my first child’s baby pictures.. had no physical copies.. gut wrenching. Thankfully Shutterfly had them backed up 🙏🏼 Maybe a monthly photo book.. kids love looking back on pictures of themselves

"Anything you wish would spontaneously combust so you wouldn't have to feel so bad about getting rid of it" 😂 I needed to hear that one. I'm definitely holding on to things because I feel bad about having to get rid of it.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

😂😂

I’ve watched loads of declutter videos on KZread but yours is fantastic. You have inspired me to get rid of my stuff that’s suffocating me. Thank you

My husband and I are recovering maximalists. We took 1000 lbs of trash to the dump yesterday and we are having our 3rd yard sale this year. We are 30 years old.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing!

@avnht

Жыл бұрын

Glad you are decluttering. Fresh and new beginnings are ahead!

Reusable bags are necessary - but you must be in the habit to use them. I used to have the problem of always forgetting, but finally got into the habit of bringing them back to my car so they will be there for the next shopping trip 😊

Been watching everyday and this is EXACTLY what I needed next! Thank you!

Thank you for another great video. We are a family of six and I cook 99% of our meals. I have loved having a minimized kitchen. I have one large pot, one small sauce pot, a Dutch oven for baking bread, and a large cast iron skillet. I haven’t needed anything more in over three years. The less clutter in my kitchen the more I enjoy being in there!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

its so true! thanks for watching Lindsey! ❤️

@Meg-eq2md

Жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing! My partner won't let me down size pots and pans. But maybe one day! The rest of our house is so nicely downsized. But the kitchen 😱

@lindseydragstrem2160

Жыл бұрын

@@Meg-eq2md could you propose an experiment… you could put the pots and pans you would declutter away somewhere else and only bring them out if need be? An easy way to see if you actually need something. After a month, or a couple, of not using it you could agree to declutter it.

@Meg-eq2md

Жыл бұрын

@@lindseydragstrem2160 I am going to give this a try! Might actually work! Thank you ☺️

@saraphillips1038

Жыл бұрын

We cook most of our meals at home as well with our family of five. I find it very difficult to get rid of kitchen items. I wish I could downsize some things but I feel like we cook such a variety of items that I need everything that I use.

You absolutely should not get rid of owner manuals for items you still own. Insurance companies often ask for proof of ownership when you make a claim and thermal printed receipts just don't last. The manual is easier to store than the box it came in.

@kowalchukm

23 күн бұрын

take a picture of the receipt or scan it into your computer and keep a digital version of the receipt. :)

Loving the video. The 90 day rule on clothes (because 90 days covers all the seasons) doesn't hold up in our country. I actually laughed out loud when you said it. We also don't live somewhere where you can just not bother to wear shoes but awesome that you do - sounds very free. Otherwise, I like your matter of fact approach to minimalism and will definitely use some of your tips in my home.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kim!

@Trixie91

Жыл бұрын

Yes it definitely depends on your country. Here in the Netherlands you definitely need a winter and summer wardrobe and everything in between haha

Thanks really enjoyed this longer video. Really get inspiration from you and your down to earth approachl

I’m so glad you’re back! You’re my favorite minimalist. Smile

I will say, some of these tips are quite helpful, but I do not agree with discarding family photos. This predicates on the fact that you will always have access to the internet, to a hard drive, etc. My family lost almost everything in Hurricane Camille with the exception of a few select things--including family photo albums. Those would have been lost forever, and I never would have had pictures of my loved ones who passed on, if we didn't have those albums. You may not think those things can happen to you until they do. Keep momentos. Keep printed copies. You never know what will happen, and you'll be grateful to have those to reflect on.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Do what feels right to you!

Your kitchen cabinets are so satisfying!

Brilliant thank you. Wrote lots of notes and will work my way through them. Hugely helpful after my comment the other day - not knowing where to start. Thank you. Sending light and love x

You are way younger than me, but oddly I feel like we are friends. I just moved to a fancy area outside Boston, and I got rid of everything. It feels so good. People think I am nuts. I have never felt so happy :) Thank you thank you thank you. Today, a friend called me because she was worried that my life was so boring and that maybe I was depressed. lol I told her I am living a simple, slow life and living my best live EVER. Thank you Madisun.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So great Lisa! Thanks for watching ❤️

This video helped so much. I was re-inspired and this helped give me direction about what to declutter next in my home…. And gave me peace about throwing things away!! We’ve been dealing with rats in our apartment garage so I can’t make a separate space for donation items and stuff was piling up because I can’t get to a donation center…. So today I threw a lot of things away and posted a few of the good things for free on marketplace and it’s all disappearing and I feel so good about it! I hate trashing items that could be donated but I just haven’t been able to make it happen…. And my health and peace is more important!

This is great! I keep my home pretty minimal, but there’s always something else you can declutter, and videos like this one always motivate me to get rid of more stuff. :)

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for watching ❤️

Great quick summary list of all essential things to declutter. I have one big clear plastic bin with hobby stuff.. sometimes I go 6 mths or over a year without doing it, because some things are winter some summer hobbies...and I have to be in the creative mood.. but i love it. Eg all collected rocks, shells etc from my world travels, which i am turning into wall art..it takes time.. but I love it, and my one box doesn't stress me. I have photo/scap books..with all photos and paper memory stuff in..I love my physical photo albums..and love to look at them with a coffee. My kids have 2 memory boxes..1 with hang files. One for each year from baby to 18 yrs old. The kids choose the best things to put in them. The second box is bulky stuff. When they leave home..they can take the 2 boxes with them. Photograph the stuff and bin it and use the boxes for adult paperwork that must be kept or they can use the boxes just as storage boxes..that is their decision. My oldest son (now 17) is much more sentiment than my younger son (now 9). I have always been more minimalist. I didn't buy furniture until I was 30...in my 20s i made or got hand me down furniture. I moved to much (17x), including abroad with just a rucksack. I spent my free time and money on travelling/backpacking all over the world. With kids and settling, came stuff, but when I got divorced, i realized that huge amounts of clutter which had built up and stressed me during out 18 yrs together, was my ex husbands stuff (i filled 90 boxes with his stuff). I am still reducing/refining my and my kids stuff but i have found that as long as 1 everything has a home 2 you don't need to spend hours tidying first before you can clean 3 your stuff doesn't stress or overwhelm you..but makes you happy 4 you keep decluttering regularly, which is necessary because life and kids change and develop ...then you have found your level of minimalism that works for you and your family (because your stuff doesn't "own you"). I bought a house without a garage or a basement because I knew if we had those. It allows stuff to accumulate and I knew my (now ex) husband would fill these spaces. I only have a small garden shed for bikes, garden games and gardening tools. And an attic for suitcases, seasonal stuff eg skiing stuff, camping stuff and a few boxes of seasonal decor. But I still love my 1/4 year "declutter weekend" when the kids are at their dads and I go through the whole house to see what I can declutter...these are such fun weekendand it resets thr whole house.

Love all of your videos! I look forward to them every Wednesday ❤️

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you!

You have really helped me really think about what I need and don’t need and I have been getting rid of items for a more easy and stress free life filled with unnecessary stuff. Your awesome and please keep making videos ❤️❤️❤️

This was a great one, Madisun! Decluttering is my hobby, and I realized through this that I’m still holding onto past hobbies that are taking up space in my home. Time to let them go 💕

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks for watching Sammie ❤️

Just capsuled my wardrobe and about to tackle my kitchen. Thank you for the inspiring videos!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

YES YES YES YESSSS

I really loved what you said about letting go of things that related to past versions of your self. That really hit home for me

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

It’s so true!

This is my second watch of this video and it has given me more areas to de-clutter!!! Thank you ❤

I have been loving your videos SO much and they have inspired me to start a small vegetable raised bed, and git rid of loads of clothes, shoes, old towels, bedding, bath mats. Excited for this journey!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Im so glad! ❤️

This video was helpful for me! I've been decluttering and having the inner battle with certain items whether I should keep or not when I know I no longer use- your video reminded me that its okay to part ways with what is not serving me, my family or our home anymore. Thank you!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear Anna! Thanks for watching ❤️

Thank you so much for this list! You are a joy to watch and continue to inspire me. ❤

@MadisunGray

8 ай бұрын

❤️❤️

I've listened to lists on other channels, and this is the most meaningful. Can't wait to listen to your other videos.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I kept pushing pause to go declutter the items as you mentioned them! Thanks for more great advice. I look forward to your videos every week. :)

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

oh my gosh that's amazing! yes! good for you!

Once a year I do a big decluttering and it's so refreshing! It's amazing how much stuff we accumulate! Your list is so on point! Covers everything!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So true! It always creeps back in!

Thank you ❤ I really needed to hear that!

Fantastic! Many things that I own have served their purpose in another season of my life. Will be donating

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Yes! Thanks for watching Danica!

I love how you get right into it !!! Great tips thank you

So happy and grateful I cane across your channel a couple weeks ago. Really has made me look at life in a different light after going through some struggles mentally. Currently been decluttering and less time on social media and it’s made a huge positive difference for me? Thank you for your beautiful videos ❤

@danaroo93

Жыл бұрын

Same for me ❤️ I’m glad you are feeling better.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you are here Georgina! ❤️

I just happened upon your channel. It is just what I needed! I have been downsizing and decluttering for years, and still have way too much stuff. You have just defined how to approach what is left and not needed. I am making a donation run this week, and can probably double or triple the stuff I am going to take. Thank you…. I will be rewatching this video a few times just so I don’t miss anything! 😊

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks so much Linda!

This was amazing thank you! Given me such a boost to go further with our minimalism before baby number 4 arrives! We actually removed our tv in the last couple of weeks. It’s on top of a wardrobe for now but it needed to have some timeout as during some heatwaves in the U.K. our kids were just sat indoors glued to it. Their creativity (with a simplified toy supply) has been incredible and they are learning so much more as we have started our term of home education this autumn. Keep the content coming! X

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sarah!

I was just decluttering my daughters room and took a break. Came to KZread and on my suggested! Look at that confirmation. This is extremely encouraging and I love your ideas! I have been. Heading toward minimalismish for a like 4-5 years and with the ebs and flows of life. I do it then it gets a big clogged in our home. The 24th is a community garage sale. We have an entire space just filled with donate and sell my goal is to be done by then 🤞🤞

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So glad you are here ❤️

if you do have reusable bags; try keeping some in your car to see if you use them more like that before tossing them all! it’s cost-annoying to have to keep buying new bags when grocery-shopping etc :) edit: or if you have a cute picnic basket you don’t use for decor, maybe use that for grocery shopping? just a random idea, very cottagecore haha!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I've tried but I still forget them and remember at the checkout! 😂

@Katy_living_simply

Жыл бұрын

We kept as many as we need for a weekly shop which is around 6. For a family if six. And a picnic basket for the eggs and delicate produce. Has been great. They are always in the car. After putting the groceries away we put them right back.

When you said “it’s okay, just let it go” you have no idea how healing that was hahahaha I am trying hard to go back to my minimal lifestyle after buying our first home and filling it up with things we don’t need! It’s a process… thank you this video is so helpful!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤️

Amazing tips!! Feels so good to get rid of the clutter 🙌🏽

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Yes! I got inspired to relook at our house too!

I’m so inspired by this video! Thank you so much for sharing!!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Jamie! ❤️

Great video! I am in the process af decluttering and it is an amazing feeling. Having too many things they own you for real. Thank you! Your husband a lucky guy to have you.❤

I love your videos! Found your channel last week and immediately started decluttering .. feels so good! I live in Germany, so the wardrobe capsule is a little tricky. I so wish I could homeschool my children, but it is illegal here , which saddens me to my core. Your channel has helped me stay positiv and calm though and I thank you for that! What a blessing. Much love 💕

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Love to Germany. Thank you for all your support!

Thank you for your inspirational videos! I would love to see a video on your kids rooms/toys/clothes etc!

I absolutely love you and your ideas! Currently decluttering and have been using your videos as a reference. Honestly- every single thing that leaves our home feels like taking a deep breath. It feels light. Feels like I can focus now. Thank you sister in Christ!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So true! Thank you Cathie!

Really enjoyed your video! Tying to simplify my life, 2 teenagers, 2 dogs and 2 cats (and a husband lol) Realizing we have way too much stuff, I'm really understanding that the clutter I once thought was "decor' or "memorabilia" is causing me stress to manage! Looking forward to doing a huge purge!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Karin!

@deeb8733

Жыл бұрын

Just keep the stuff that breathes 😉

I came across your channel a few weeks ago. I was already familiar with minimalism and was in the process of getting our home where I wanted it to be. But, when I listen to you, it inspires me to do more and do it now. I have donated 50% of the kids toys, kitchen, books, clothes, you name it (and this is not the first time). Watching your videos has truly inspired me. I've pretty much bing watched all your videos to this point. That's probably not cool to say, but it's true. And it's made me realize that I'm not weird for wanting to live with less. Or to live a less rushed and hurried lifestyle. I had never heard of the term slow living before, but it sums up what my heart has been searching for. We have 4 children and I'm so excited to stop spending my time managing my stuff, and more time enjoying my time with my family. I don't know why we feel like we need 'permission' to do the things we know are right, but I just had to tell you that I'm truly inspired by you, our shared faith, minimalism, and slow living. Thank you for making these videos. I am praying for you and your family.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness. This is the kindest most thoughtful comment ever. THANK YOU. I am a bit teary eyed and feeling so grateful that my sharing this experience is resonating and that it's changing your life. Love to you and your family!

@aaajjjjaaaj

Жыл бұрын

@@MadisunGray 💓

This video is life changing...You have made me look at everything so differently. Your way of explaining has gotten through in 20 min what no one else has in twenty years, and the first thing to go is the heels! I'm going to get the wheel barrow you are amazing thank you so much for this. I literally went from overwhelmed holding back tears to over joyed and with a smile.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Angela you are who I make these videos for. I’m so glad you are here ❤️

Excellent and thorough. Thank you!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you enjoyed it Maryann ❤️

You just motivated me to do my kitchen decluttering. Finally I found a video that was really helpful. I watch KZread on my tv and I clicked on your video and my. 😊

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! ❤️

Just from listening to this decluttered my mind. Thank You 💗

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Yes!

Such a good video, thank you! We are currently selling almost everything we own and moving into our self converted van. I ran into your videos at the perfect time and it’s made the process of selling everything so much easier. Thank you so much! God bless you greatly for doing this, your videos have truly been a blessing in mine and my husband’s life. I was wondering if there was a way you could list your favorite podcasts that you listen to? I’ve been having a hard time finding good ones, haha!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for the support! ❤️❤️❤️ Love that you're downsizing! Enjoy!

I declutter often and some of these ideas you mentioned I didn’t even think to do! I appreciate your video.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤️

Awesome video. A lot of this I have done; but you gave me the kick in the butt to continue on.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen ❤️

Look forward to spring as a time when you can start to see what nature has to offer once again.

Thanks for spelling it all out! So many items I relate to! Not sure why we hold onto these things!

This is such an awesome video. Fantastic advice

Your organic spices, tips about healthy footwear, and studies about no sunglasses - AND, your struggle with staying organized naturally - you must be my soul sister ♥️💫 - most impressive minimalist / declutter video I’ve ever watched (and I’ve watched a LOT!) Your healthy inspirational twist is a nice change from the rest!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

This is so sweet. Thank you Tina!

Thank you for your video & experience. I’ve been on a decluttering journey this year & at the age of 54, it’s been hard but very rewarding. I’ve always been fairly organised but it’s so much better with less.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks for watching Lisa!

BEST DECLUTTER VID I’VE WATCHED! 👌👌👌

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Amazing video!! Very helpful 🥰

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

What a great idea, especially love the bit about hobbies I have a tonne of stuff from past hobbies x

This was the most helpful video!!! Thank you🤟🏽

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad Allie! ❤️ thanks for watching

Good video with many good ideas! Yes decluttering photos can be hard but ahhh… feels so much better.

You're on a whole other level. I never thought of decluttering my spices. Brilliant!

@elizabethlelchuk1798

Жыл бұрын

...and about the kids clothes. I needed to hear that.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I just de-cluttered the last 2 days(!) and it feels so good 🤩

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! ❤️

Great video. I’m going to declutter my tiny kitchen today bc sooo many spices and pans and it’s been causing me stress. Thank you for the inspo!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for the reminders!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Maria!

My husband and I have been talking about buying a new (smaller) home and moving and drastically downsizing our stuff and have talked about what we’re getting rid of and don’t need any more. You talked about taking photos of your pictures and what I’ve been doing lately is painting in my sketch book, my most loved areas of the home. These are art pieces that I don’t necessarily have an attachment to or plan on keeping over time. I just feel like it’s a part of my way of letting go of the space we have loved over the years because you are right, the memories are not in the stuff, it’s within us.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Love this! Thank you for sharing this! ❤❤❤

Great ideas! My little doggie plays with toys every day, so I know she would not appreciate her stuff getting removed. Things I think could be added: 1: dvd/cds if you don’t use them and have streaming platforms instead. If you like the actual product, you can throw away the cases and put them all in a cd case. It has saved me so much room. 2. Magazines 3. Subscriptions you aren’t using

Thank you, good reminders.

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kathleen!

Great ideas. I need to have a massive clear out from kids toys and clothes. Cannot wait for the weekend.

You are an inspiration! Thank you

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

So sweet. Thank you Alena!

Love this! Another great video Madi, thank you. Living with less makes me so happy + have such a sense of freedom. If you want to fly you have to let go of all the weighs you down. Less, but better. :)

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

It’s so true! Thank you for your support ❤️

Oh you have no idea how much you helped me figure out something today. I will get rid of a lot of things this week.for sure!

Reusable grocery bags work really well as book bags. You can ask your local library if they could use them. We always keep a couple for patrons who dislike using plastic and forgot their own bag.

Wow! This was GOOD. You have been inspiring my most recent declutter. Most people think my house is already “minimal” but it’s not! All those drawers and cabinets are hiding things. I can’t wait to declutter all my sweet cards and photos. I don’t know why I never thought to take a photo and move on. My home is more peaceful because of your videos! Thank you 💕

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

This gives me so much life! YES

❤ Thank you so much! I’m in the middle of a move, and although I’m getting rid of some things I was holding on to so much of my past… stufff/clutter! Today I’m going to go back through some boxes & give gifts to others for their wants & needs cuz I no longer need 8 forks etc… Thank you so much again❣️

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

@glorialeermont3492

Жыл бұрын

@@MadisunGray I really can’t thank you enough, after watching your video I did go through my my boxes of clothes & treasures and donated 4 large crates of gently used clothes to our homeless shelter & mass amounts of stufff to a not for profit thrift store because we do have a lot of people that shop for holiday items there. I feel so much better. I can’t wait to finish this monumental task and simply my life- make others happy if that’s what they want… least until they see your video❣️

Some great points and some not as great points. As a Floridian and light sensitive person, I vehemently disagree with the sunglasses making the list 😂🪦

Digital photo albums make sitting on anyone’s couch exciting. It’s cool to see what pops up and you also can get rid of all of the photo albums. It’s amazing!

I’m going to be watching this video again and again, I need to hear these things forever! I better go take down my Easter bunting!! ❤️

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

😂

I’ve tried cutting down the silverware and dishes just to keep the dishes down and packed them away, but I swear the kids eat them with their meals because they’re constantly coming up missing. I honestly couldn’t part with my kitchen aid even if I don’t use it every day. I saved up for one for so long after my ex moved out and took it with him because it was one of the kitchen things I could always use when I did need one and no one else I know has one. It makes baking more convenient to toss everything in the bowl and turn it on over hand mixing everything myself as my hands aren’t made for doing so even over a short period of time. I totally understand the cookie sheets in the oven thing! We only own two now and do use them both! I don’t have a whole bunch of sunglasses, only one pair, BUT I do use them on days I get migraines so even if I don’t use them everyday, the do come in handy when I need them. Many of the things you mentioned I don’t even buy!

Just decluttered my office while I listened to this video. Two bags full of junk and I feel great getting rid of it all! It helps to tackle one space at a time. Thank you for this video!

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad! Thanks Veronica!

Good job now it's my turn to declutter my house thank you so much for all the tips and tricks to get rid of all my declutterness have a very good day

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen!

You inspire me so much, I have made so many changes already…thank you 🥰

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad!

Awesome video!💕 Definitely gonna do some decluttering this weekend :)

@MadisunGray

Жыл бұрын

Love it! ❤️