15 minutes really matters! You can declutter a lot in such a small amount of time. Watch this 15 minute linen closet declutter next: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zm2ko7eLdKa4gso.html

I stay out of the stores nowadays. It’s way too easy to go in and spend a ton on stuff I will never use. I deemed this year the year of necessity and not want. We will see what happens😂

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Sounds like a great plan! Good luck! One store that I have definitely stayed out of more is Target. I really only go there when I need some organization containers. It’s definitely saved me some money!

@Mustlovehorrorfilms

3 ай бұрын

Same! I go to target to grab something and walk out with so MUCH stuff 😮😂

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@Mustlovehorrorfilms That’s exactly what they want! 😆💸

@kaydublin5164

3 ай бұрын

Agree, I just stay home.😂

Congratulation with finishing the decluttering Job. Many of the video do not bring their decluttering stuff to donation centre. This is greatly appreciate that you show us you are doing it.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! ❤️

You can really declutter a lot when you give yourself a short amount of time. You don’t get overwhelmed as you know it’s achievable. For someone like me, who has a chronic illness and little energy I can feel that I’ve accomplished something. During the day I will take on several small spaces and rest in between. I will decide on a drawer or a closet or whatever small jobs I have and I can actually complete them. It takes all the fear of being overwhelmed away.🥰

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Yes! It really works well. ❤

@pearlrichardson4179

3 ай бұрын

Yes it works. I recently started doing this & it takes away the feeling of being overwhelmed. I know now that I can accomplish a section & rest & rejuvenate.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@pearlrichardson4179 Yes!

Wow, you are really good at making quick decisions! Your closet must be so much more functional now.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! It definitely is!

I ❤ declutter videos! Great job!! 1. I only shop when I need something - I keep a list and try to thrift first. 2. I have a tiny closet (22" X 20" with an upper & lower bar - no floor space). I keep my closet simple and nothing that isn't serving me. 3. I own 40 clothing items - 19 professional for work, 11, casual, 6 workout & 4 lounge/pj. I have found this to be my "sweet spot".

@reallifewithali

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Great tips! ❤️

No more impulse buying for me. I'm only buying what I need going forward. Since downsizing apartments from almost 2 yrs ago, I no longer can store clothes &/or miscellaneous items. I'm re-starting my stint with what you are showing my closet & other items that no longer serve a purpose. I'm all for donating/throwing &/or giving away. Plus my bldg does a free swap shop so things there too.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Way to go!

Oh man Ali! Making a decision in 10 seconds or less is so hard for me🤣. You are an inspiration to take baby steps to get to 10 seconds! Love your videos!

@reallifewithali

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Marie!

I love your decluttering videos. When donating, remember to ask for a receipt so you can tax-deduct your donations.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have thought about that, but never actually done it. It seems like too much work! Don't you have to estimate how much everything costs?

@annw1395

3 ай бұрын

Yes, but you can group things in categories, such as "25 women's tops at $5 each". Thrift store prices. It'll add up quickly with all you've been donating. You can even watch your old videos to jog your memory. Anything to help with taxes!

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@annw1395 oh really? I can just write it down? I don’t have to have the actual receipt from the donation center?

@annw1395

3 ай бұрын

You need a receipt from the donation center, but they don't fill it out. It's generally blank, or if they write anything on it, it would be general categories, like children's clothes and housewares. At home, I take a separate sheet of paper (or do it on my computer; make a table) with item, approx year(s) purchased, approx purchase price, thrift store value.... These are general and estimates, as the tax people have no way of knowing exactly what was bought, donated, etc, nor do we need to keep track in detail. I'll just separate the clothes into men's, women's, children's. Same for shoes. Books, toys, appliances. For something mechanical, you need to specify if it's in working condition, or not. Like when you decluttered yiur closet, you could list 24 women's shirts, bought 2020-2023, purchase price $25 ea thrift store price $8 ea, and so forth. No need to list each and every item. If there's something like that pair of shoes that's still brand new, you can list it separately, and with the exact details if you want to. It doesn't take too long, and with the mountains of stuff you're donating, it could be a couple thousand dollars or more in your itemizing. Btw, do you itemize? I have different Excel sheets on my computer that I made up and use every year (zero complicated; basicallyjust table): medical, charitable (incl church donations), general deductions (mortgage interest, vehicle license taxes, prop taxes, etc). I just fill in these spaces as I pay my tithing, prop tax, medical expenses -- ie: thru-out the year. Line upon line.... 😊 Depending on your state and family size, itemizing could benefit you in federal, or state, or both. Your state and situation could vary, but since I just keep track of the expenses as I pay them thru-out the year, it's no big deal. It's so much easier for me to do it on the computer than by hand.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@annw1395 Good to know! I know the DI just gives you a receipt to fill out. I’ll grab one next time! My husband does all the taxes, but I could probably learn a thing or two. When you say itemize, are you talking about expenses and donations? I’m pretty clueless! I can budget, but that’s about it. Haha.

I used to be an impulse buyer but not anymore. If there is something online I wait a few days and if I still want it then I consider buying it. And I live so rural there is literally nowhere but Walmart to make an impulse buy and I have to drive 20 miles to get there so I rarely go. I never buy in the heat of the moment and I have saved so much money. And I never buy on credit. If I don't have the money to pay for it I just don't get it. And that includes cars.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! I don’t buy big items impulsively, but I definitely struggle with clothes! Haha. But I have been improving and paying closer attention to what I really need.

Hi Ali! It was great to see you this morning! I hear you about getting rid of expensive things. I hated doing it too! You are doing such a great job on your decluttering. I have to start in my basement again and finish it up. I got half way through and then I decided to do some fun craft things! I hope you have an amazing week!

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

What fun craft things did you do?

@barbstormo7030

3 ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali I have been doing some diamond painting and now I am starting on "building" a minature room that represents a library. My son got it for me for Christmas! They are fun to do!

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@barbstormo7030 sounds fun!

@barbstormo7030

3 ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali it is!

Thanks for the inspo to declutter my closet!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

I think it can be a good thing to feel guilty. At least we are being honest with ourselves & it might prevent us from making the same mistake again.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

That’s definitely true. I hope I will think a little harder about my purchases in the future. That’s what I’m working on!

You did a great job look good.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

The money is spent, guilt was when we bought it, not when we donate it without guilt. Keeping things "just in case" will help you end up with too much stuff down the road. If we have to think about something - its a no. We are looking for excuses to keep, not rationally deciding.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Yes that is true! Although I feel like for some people, sometimes you have to "ease" yourself into the whole decluttering thing. It is tough! I have some "just in case" items, but I often declutter them the next time I declutter. Sometimes I just need a little time to realize I really didn't need it. 😊

@fromhumblebeginnings7798

3 ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali Yes, that's true. Everyone goes on this journey differently. Small spurts really help! I cleared out more clothes today thanks to this video.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

@@fromhumblebeginnings7798 That’s awesome! ❤️

This is how I've been decluttering my home. One section at a time. Otherwise, there will be more clutter to deal with.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

It’s been working really well!

You were wise to let go of the Doc Martins. Someone will be happy to receive them. Shoes are hard to sell because they have to be comfortable and a person also has to love that particular style and size.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! It was so hard, but I’m glad they’re gone. I don’t think about them anymore!

No, I'm not much of an impulse buyer except for clothes. I 'm a plus size girl living in an Asian country so if I spy something my size that is well made and I like, I snatch it up. Get rid of those clothes that are too big. They are your past.

@reallifewithali

3 ай бұрын

It’s true! I should get rid of them. I’m just fearful of gaining weight back. 😩 It’s a tough one for me!

@queenmarynovelwriter5397

3 ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali ♥♥