What do you do to keep your house clean? Watch this next for more cleaning and decluttering motivation: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fqGtqptsoM2wXag.html

Love your honesty and directness. I love doing laundry. For years I didn't have a washer/dryer and had to go to laundromats. I carried laundry down 5 flights of stairs and walked a few blocks to the laundromat. And then back up 5 flights of stairs. Now I have a washer/dryer in my house. I feel joy and gratitude every time I do laundry at home.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Oh wow, I would be grateful for that too! I remember living on the top floor of an apartment and having to go down to the basement to do laundry. But it was just me and my hubby so it wasn’t a big deal. My washer and dryer were in my basement in my old house and the rooms on the top floor. Now I LOVE having my washer and dryer right next to my bedroom. I definitely am grateful for that!

@mariaboivin1840

Ай бұрын

Yes l did something similar…but l have never forgot that feeling to this day [and YOU are so right ] I’m 62 years old and love to do laundry and feel blessed that l still can♥️🇨🇦

I have always been a cleaner, but I have my coffee before anything gets done. My mornings are mine, and I get outside, weather permitting, to get my sun and coffee in before I start my day.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

That is great! If I could get myself up early I’d get outside too. Except it would be dark since I have a high schooler who leaves pretty early!

Fly Lady was my first inspiration to get organized. One of my favorite ideas from her is "You can't clean clutter." And, another is "Swish and Swipe". I don't get dressed to shoes every morning and I don't make my bed every day. But there are many things like doing a load of laundry a day. So easy. Keeping your kitchen sink clean is a good one. Now I take little bits of inspiration from different people whom I like, like you. None of the programs are perfect for everyone. So I cafeteria shop KZread and take what works from different people. I like practical advice and seeing regular people do things.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

“Cafeteria shop”…I love it! Yes, nothing is perfect for everyone. I love your mindset. ❤️

If I am at home for the day, not working, I start in the kitchen and then tidy up as best as I can. Thank you for helping Mira in her scrapbooking room.❤

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thanks! The kitchen is the center of our homes, right?! I hate having a messy kitchen.

I like tidying and dislike cleaning the windows (not bc. of the cleaning but bc. of the putting everything in front of it (plants, decor etc.) away first). 😅 Love your voice btw! ❤ Hope your channel grows to the size it deserves. 😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Had to smile when I read "You can't clean clutter". This has been my mantra for years.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

It’s so true! ❤️

I like to keep my kitchen and bathrooms clean, especially since I don't have a dishwasher. That's a win - win for me. I only use white towels and sheets so I can bleach them. I pick a sunny day to do laundry once a week and do it all in one day. I like to hang my laundry outside to dry. You can't beat the fresh air and sunshine smell. And I live in my pajamas now that I am retired. I even go out with the dog in my PJs because we literally live in the middle of nowhere and there are no nosy neighbors overlooking us. My least favorite chore is cleaning the bathtub/showers. I love the way your channel motivates me....

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I love it! Thanks. ❤️

I am going to try as much of the “Flylady” routine as I can. I have been disabled for 3 years and am dependent on a walker. So I will have to employ what I can. I used to hate doing laundry. Now although I don’t do my own laundry but just take it to a service. Even though it is clean, folded sanitized and put in bags, I still hate putting it away. How lazy is that?! I have enjoyed your videos, and am so happy I found you through Bonnie and Mira. actually, I am Mira’s secret ADHD twin who is also a disorganization specialist. I’m learning a lot from all three of you, and hope I can adapt these great ideas into my less than speed-driven lifestyle. Keep up your fine work! 😊 👍

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Least favourite is cleaning the fridge/freezer. It always takes too long! Also the car! Ugh! Most favourite is decluttering and tidying

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I don’t like cleaning the freezer either.

I have been doing flylady for 18 years. Shes the best!! I’m so glad Bonnie led me to your channel

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Me too! ❤️

I was helping a sick friend. She told me she vacuumed every day but it had been a few days. So while she was out I vacuumed and a just /knew/ she wanted to see those vac lines. It was the first thing she noticed when she came home

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

That’s so nice of you. Vacuum lines are the best! 😍

I think a load of laundry a day works for large households, but I have a small one, so I do all the laundry in one day, and I pair that with cooking for the week, all on a Wednesday, usually. The two things pair well because I can get a lot of cooking done while the dryer is going. I appreciate your videos-- full of good ideas!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I love that idea! Thanks!

Love these, Ali! I learned about you from Bonnie! 🎉I love doing laundry every day! It’s the best!! ❤ I do sheets & towels on Mondays. Great tip about the dishwasher! I’m going to try emptying the dishwasher every morning! 😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thank you! 🥰

My favorite Fly Lady tip is to shine my sink. When I clean my sink after I wash my dishes it is clean and shiny.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I love that one, too! I try doing it, but someone ALWAYS eats something after I’ve cleaned up and started the dishwasher. So there are always some dishes in the sink in the morning.

Yes, vacuum lines ❤❤ I’m not a fan of emptying the dishwasher, but I love to load the dirty dishes. Another great video Ali and always look forward to the next❤❤

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thanks! That’s funny you like loading dirty dishes. I would think it would be opposite!

I gave each family member their own dirty laundry basket, and then a common one for bed linen/towels/cloths and wool. It's so nice that they take responsibility for the washing themselves!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Yes! I am working on teaching my younger kids to do their own laundry!

I’ve moved my laundry upstairs. I have one machine that washes and drys. I love to be helpful so every two weeks I do laundry first a person who is unable to do hers without great difficulty. I try to keep up with my own laundry. I can improve this! I am so glad I discovered you, you have a way of motivating and encouraging me. Thank you again! ❤

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

That is so nice of you to do laundry for others! And a washer and dryer in one?! I want that! 😆

@tarigeorge6122

Ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali I love mine! Takes a little more time but less space.

I remember my mom doing fly lady probably 25 years ago! I've never researched it much personally, but I do: Make my bed, start and fold laundry, and unload the dishwasher every morning before I start homeschooling our kids. These things have made a huge difference in our home! We also do have and love our robot vac!!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Love it!

I don’t like to dust ~ at all! I do a variation of her morning routine and it has made such a difference in our home. Each morning I do a quick tidy thru the house, unload/load dishwasher from breakfast and lunch prep and start laundry. Each evening we do a 15 min tidy before bed and switch laundry. My robot vacuum is such a help with the floors. All these things together make the weekly cleaning day much easier.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I love it!

yes I have try the Flylady system, and I love it. 🙌💟

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

It’s the best!

I love the swish and swipe idea! I am not familiar with flylady but I do love a fun name for things 😀

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Yes you do. Haha.

Loved seeing you on Mira's and a beautiful mess

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

The fly lady system is made for me😅 daily routines and the zones. Been doing it all for about a year. I love it! I only do laundry ones a week, start on Saturday and might have a load or two left on Sunday. Only because I live alone/ have the kids every other week, so there isn’t enough laundry to do it every day. Even as a kid I went straight to the bathroom and then got dressed after waking up in the morning. Still doing that, but after a cup of coffee in bed😊. Never liked hanging out in my pyjamas obviously😅 I live in Norway and most people do not wear shoes indoors. So I wear my Birkenstocks for indoor use.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Norway! How cool. I’d love to visit one day.

Really enjoyed your video! I don't care for cleaning the tub and behind toilet, as I have osteoporosis. Love to polish things, so satisfying😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate you watching. ❤

As a family of 7, the way we keep the laundry not so overwhelming is to have more minimal wardrobes. Weekly, I wash sheets, towels, darks, dress clothes/delicate, whites, mediums/light-colors, cleaning rags/towels. I do two loads a day. I use vinegar as fabric softener. If you find it still seems hard to keep the home clean/organized, you need to get rid of even more things. Great tips!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

It’s true! I’m still working on it for sure. ❤️

@micheleohmer4117

Ай бұрын

@reallifewithali I meant it as a general suggestion not specifically to you. You have been so inspiring what you have accomplished in your home! 🏡 ❤️

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

@@micheleohmer4117 Oh I know! I was just saying I still have work to do. 😬

I've followed flylady for many years now. When I do the program, my house is so clean! My least favorite chore is cleaning the bathroom, and my favorite, if there is such a thing, is laundry 😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I’m with you on the bathroom!

Yes I've done a load of laundry every day for a few yrs now, it's so easier then a bunch of laundry. Ty for video I will follow it. My question I have two story home I end up clutter because bringing things up and down stairs how to not do that?

@reallifewithali

20 күн бұрын

That’s a tough one! I struggle with that too. One idea is to set a timer for 2 minutes everyday to clear that spot.

Fly lady has definitely been a bif influence in my life and I have to wear shoes all day long or i dont feel like I can be productive. Vacuum lines also make me swoon 😅 scrubbing dishes and toilets are my nemesis 😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I’m glad I’m not the only one who loves vacuum lines! 🤣

I enjoy folding laundry the most. My lease favorite are dishes! I don’t mind handwashing big dishes though

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I actually don’t mind washing the big dishes I don’t put in the dishwasher either.

I get the dress to shoes. On my day off which is Sundays I use that day as my reset day. I find on days that I finally get dress and take my shower is a productive day. I’ll get dressed and take my shower then change out my waxed melts to get me motivated. I’d like to make Saturdays more motivating before I go into work. When I was growing up I never got around or started my day before 10. On Saturdays I’ll be awake way early in the morning but never really get ready for work until around noon or so. This summer I’d like to break this routine and start a new routine. Couple summers back I created a sleep schedule for me which currently I’ve fallen off from it which I also want to get back at it.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

It’s hard to get back into those habits you created. But once you get started, I bet you’ll get right back into them.

I hate vacuuming and love laundry.

@reallifewithali

14 күн бұрын

We’re opposite! 😆

Years ago I came up with the idea of a Robot vacum cleaner.I called a big company and they told me I would have to build it myself which I couldnt.A year later someone came up with my idea.I love to clean floors and bathrooms.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Dang! You could have been a millionaire! 🤑

Washing up is my worst job! I’m doing everything in my power to squeeze one in the kitchen!

@reallifewithali

28 күн бұрын

I hope you can!

My least is cleaning the refrigerator inside. It never looks good to me.

@reallifewithali

20 күн бұрын

It’s so hard to keep the fridge looking clean.

Squeegeeing bathroom tiles, definitely least favorite. Oddly, I love handwashing dishes. It's relaxing to me

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I hate squeegeeing the shower tiles too!

Vacuum lines👏🏻

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Yes! 😍

Doing @cleanmama's 28-Day Simply Clean Challenge as we speak, along with her daily and weekly routines. As a minimalist, one-person household Incan breeze through it prettu quickly :-) One of the few (imho) benefits of living alone - and one of the many benefits of minimalism. I can mostly plan my laundry around the weather and take advantage of the sunshine or wind energy. Every little action counts :-) Here through Bonnie, like your energy!

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I haven’t tried clean mamas routine yet, but I want to!

Hey maybe those plants need a little shade till they get established, I am nor an expert either, just thought it might help😊

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I’m trying to remember where I talked about plants. 🤔Haha. Did I?

I do not do one load of laundry per day. I save it up until the weekend and wash it all at once. We don't generate enough laundry daily to make this feasible. Laundry gets done and put away 90% of the time on a Saturday morning.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

That’s great! We all do what works for us. ❤️

I hate dishes and enjoy laundry

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Love it!

Vac lines👍🏻😀👍🏻😀

@reallifewithali

2 күн бұрын

The best!

I hate cleaning the bathroom. Here in my new place I have a glass shower...what the f*%* was I thinking? Ha ha ha! I like making my bed, it starts the day off right. I know you can't do this because you have school age kids but when I'm doing my morning chores I turn off the phone and laptop until after breakfast. Not for very long , of course ,but it makes a peaceful start to my day.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I have had times where I am much better at keeping my phone off until I have finished chores in the morning. I need to get back into that habit!

My favorite thing is doing the laundry. The thing I hate is cleaning the shower.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Another hater of cleaning the shower! Haha. 😆

I hate cleaning my shower and bathtubs, I love laundry and vacuuming

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

Same!

@jgheart3018

Ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali me too & getting a good cordless vacuum was a total game changer for me in the best possible way. With my laundry, I fold each piece as I remove it from the dryer so it's ready to put away immediately, nothing is sitting around creating clutter piles.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

@@jgheart3018 I LOVE my cordless vacuum. I keep it in my kitchen so I can quickly vacuum up all the crumbs that are inevitable throughout the day. I try my hardest to fold and hang clothes straight from the dryer!

Every Day: My main priority (right after I eat breakfast) is to do a basic reset of the kitchen, so that's getting dishes caught up and wiping the counter and stovetop. Weekdays (M-F): After my tea break, I'll do an extra cleaning task in the kitchen (wiping the appliance fronts, cleaning the microwave, etc.). After my pee break, I do a cleaning task in the main bathroom while I'm already in there. Saturday: Sleep hygiene is my focus so I work on dusting, vacuuming, and washing the sheets. Everything else I clean more spontaneously as needed so, if I see dust or splatter or crap on the floor, I clean it.

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I like your routine. Sounds like have it down!

Tile Shower cleaning is the WORST job 😫 ❤

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

I agree!

Dusting, absolutely HATE it.

@reallifewithali

23 күн бұрын

At first glance I read, “disgusting”. Haha.

My home is very clean. I work outside the home. Two teens and husband. I pick up everyday and unload the dishwasher. That is all I can relate to

@reallifewithali

Ай бұрын

That’s great that your house is clean! How nice.

Who or what is fly lady?

@reallifewithali

14 күн бұрын

She created a cleaning routine. You can check out her at FlyLady.net