📰🗞As a middle school art teacher 👩🏻🎨 I urge people who read magazines and/or newspapers to PLEASE drop them off at your nearest school for art projects. These wonderful supplies are becoming scarce since so many people don’t buy them any more. Thanks 😊🎨
@rosalynne8792
Жыл бұрын
Gosh..yes, hadn't thought of this! 😮 As a (now retired) HS art teacher..(43 years)., I always had boxes of newspapers and magazines in my classrooms. And, also sad, was the way the school library started getting rid of a lot of books...I "rescued" the art/design books and put them in the art room. Now, I am decluttering as the following generations don't want the boxes of "things" left by the previous 3 to 5 generations. And, it is so difficult to do. But, it really does feel so much "better/lighter". Keep a few truly meaningful "treasures", but noone needs a house full of "stuff" that only creates "work". 🎨🖼👍🏻🇦🇺
@TessaOswin
Жыл бұрын
As a arty person saving magazines ect is one of the reasons I would never be a good full minimalist. I try and have it that the material can only fill one bag but there is alway more materials.
@savvyshopper1286
Жыл бұрын
In London, we have many free newspapers. Here libraries sell old books and magazines for as little as 50 pence. Have you asked your local library? Best wishes.
@mommyingBetchay
Жыл бұрын
I will remember this 😀
@mariabanholzer7942
Жыл бұрын
Very good advice! I was a great buyer of magazines (addiction...) buy no more magazines since 3 years.... love from South of France
@aldarowa
Жыл бұрын
I'm far from being a minimalist and don't have any desire to be one. Nevertheless, I'm practicing almost all of these routines daily. These are good suggestions for anyone wanting to live in a stress free home.
@debralynnbailey6527
Жыл бұрын
Happy Happy 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Got my hubby on board. I went down hill since my son had passed in 2017 I just couldn’t do anything. 2022 I wanted the house I loved back but just couldn’t do it. Little by little when I felt I could do something I would turn on your Channel and others after 3 mo my home is almost back there. Since I found a man that’s doing this my husband listen and now he’s on board thank you so much for being out there and sharing. 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸❤️
@lisaeprice
Жыл бұрын
Thinking of you as remember, celebrate, and grieve your precious son. ❤
@HeronCoyote1234
Жыл бұрын
My stepson’s bedroom is a disaster. He’s 20, and gets overwhelmed by all the clutter. I offered to help him, using your “remove what you want; get rid of what’s left” method of decluttering. Our basement was a giant “junk drawer”. A week before our junk removal people were scheduled, I used your method to pull what I wanted, and advised the other two “contributors” to do likewise. Easiest decluttering method I’ve ever tried. So, after clearing off stepson’s bed, he’s going to point to what he wants (on the bed it goes), everything else is either going to be donated, or tossed. The next step is staying on top of the incoming detritus.
@jennifershaw4756
Жыл бұрын
I live in Canada and in my community we are able to request to not receive junk mail. The post office puts a small label in our box so that the carrier is always reminded. It really helps with the incoming paper that just goes automatically into recycle.
@Julies-in-a-mood
Жыл бұрын
Great tips! You almost lost me on #9, but then redeemed yourself with loading dishes into the dishwasher right away, which has been my ritual for years. My day starts with an empty dishwasher so that dishes throughout the day can effortlessly disappear into that magical appliance. After all, if you put dirty dishes in the sink, then into the dishwasher later that day, you’re having to give them your attention twice. Why would I want to do that?
@deborah3112
Жыл бұрын
I would like to add that when you become a senior, and depending on mobility issues; it's best to leave appiliances that you use daily on the counter. It's just to risky moving heavy awkward appliances. You'll understand when you get there...thank you great ideas !
@sct4040
Жыл бұрын
I agree. We are getting there. 😮
@queenbee7819
Жыл бұрын
We put dirty (dry) clothes directly into the washing machine. Wet dirty towels etc go into basket (only one we have), nxt to the machine. I don't sort colors (or buy white). When machine is fullish, add the wet things in basket, add detergent & run it. Same with dishes. Dirty go directly into dishwasher. When full (or every evening), add soap & run it. It's emptied every night (or morning) so it's available to load dirty dishes again. A kitchen habit that makes me happy: I put clean dishcloth out every day for sink. The yellow microcloth pack from costco are only 50 cents per cloth. When they get ratty, they're cycled to the workroom or garage.
@simply.clutterfree
Жыл бұрын
Habits are so important for consistency and maintaining a minimal home. Can't wait to watch! 🤩
@DavidDavisDH
Жыл бұрын
Yes, my family has been practicing the wash dishes right after dinner rule, this works so well after doing it regularly, it's like clockwork now.
@UPalooza
8 ай бұрын
Keep sink clear of junk. Fill a dishpan with hot water before you start cooking. As you finish with an item, put it in the water. It's clean almost instantly. Just a few dirty dishes to rinse and wash after dinner. Also, food is usually too hot to eat straight out of the oven. Use those 5 to 10 minutes to clean some dishes.
@janethunt4037
Жыл бұрын
I had great pride in getting the stuffed coat closet to a manageable level when guests came and I could actually hang their coats in it.
@leejacobs3620
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I have embraced minimalistic living to a degree but my husband was very reluctant. I have quietly persisted in small ways and he has slowly embraced 'some' ideas. It was so gratifying to hear that most of these fifteen routines are exactly those that I thought were achievable and we've had success with. There's nothing like a little positive reinforcement to bring a glow to your day. Thank you.
@dmm3843
Жыл бұрын
Same here! To my surprise just recently he’s been tossing things away without a second thought or regret which is totally unlike him. I mean, I have PTSD from throwing away dollar store ice pop molds a decade ago because he wants to keep everything!
@donnastanford6295
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for helping me with knowing how to get started with your lists. It is something I don ' Often enough. Start somewhere and get it done. I have ADHD and Fnd it very difficult to get started. But getting srmarted Getting with anything started is quite helpful. It makes life filled .
@pamelawilliams7174
Жыл бұрын
I cleaned my coat closet this afternoon. I have two things to go to Goodwill and I threw away five things. The closet is much tidier now.
@Krampus360
Жыл бұрын
Always informative. Love the delivery: well modulated, quiet tones, and encouraging. Time to get back on track. 👍👍
@williamkingston2632
Жыл бұрын
A thought about 7. Fill your containers for garbage day: I have developed the mindset that I have paid municipal taxes to be able to put two full black trash bags on the corner every week. So why wouldn't I avail myself of that opportunity and fill them up every week? I will get more out of using this service that I'm already paying for by decluttering than I would every get trying to sell the stuff for a few bucks online (plus my time and the hassle of doing it). Love your videos Joshua!
@rosemarievosburgh5377
Жыл бұрын
Can you learn things and 88? Yes you can. Thank you, Josh.
@susananders3834
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thank you. May I add that I purchase inexpensive hangers, or re-use dry cleaner hangers, to hang every clothing item that I take to the thrift store. My donated items can then immediately be hung on the store racks and not pile up in a back room.
@daisybuchanan5378
Жыл бұрын
I love being a minimalist ! It’s brought me such a sense of mastery over my life. At least I can control my space and my possessions. Thank-you !
@sharisimonehampton5434
Жыл бұрын
Ill never be a minimalist, EVER!!! I function best in chaos! And my stuff brings me great joy!!! 🙂👍❤
@thepioneerhomestead
Жыл бұрын
🌷🤩 this was great, thank you so much! I think the misconception of minimalism is that it is a one time deal and you are done. As humans we are constantly bringing things in an out of our home and regular minimal maintenance is always required and this was a great encouragement on just that! Blessings to you and your family and thank you for this content.
@mauraronda1265
Жыл бұрын
Love all your tips. You honestly have saved me from clutter and have introduced me to the most peaceful environment in my home! Thank you!
@tikisma4365
Жыл бұрын
We are still working at becoming minimalists. As I listened, I found myself frequently nodding my head in agreement. It must be working.
@TammyGates-k9f
8 ай бұрын
I absolutely love trash & recycle day!!! I just filled “both” this past weekend (pumped!) We’re now enjoying the benefits of LESS stuff!❤
@ktrudy1
Жыл бұрын
You’re one of my favorite KZitemrs❤😊. I do one in one out rule.
@sarapawsonherrington2595
Жыл бұрын
Excellent ideas! I’m happy to see that I have incorporated some of them into my life already. Now if I add in some more of them I will make progress.
@user-pb54
Жыл бұрын
As a child of the 1950’s I always had to put my toys away every night; it was the norm then in every home. When did parents become so lax that they no longer train their children to do this? Well said Joshua, for trying to bring back this habit and discipline.
@annettemartinez4063
Жыл бұрын
I’m so proud of myself!!! I do and have done all these tips mentioned!
@tllw0209
Жыл бұрын
We follow the "rules" that apply. BTW, my husband calls it "the magic hamper"! 😂 Love your videos and being more minimal.
@UPalooza
8 ай бұрын
I keep notes on household strategies like this. Esp food. I try 5th, 6th and 7th ideas over the years, when the prev one breaks down. Thanks
@dipaknadkarni62
Жыл бұрын
Great advice. I am decluttering. Trying to make a box with important items as soon as I find them.
@Mawea289
Жыл бұрын
I am glad to know that we already practice 12 out of 15. Documents/ Filing/ craft material is my struggle but I am motivated to get rid of this soon. :)
@sadiedom
4 ай бұрын
Great tips 👍. Thanks so much. Blessings for me and my home 🙏
@jeaninel8644
Жыл бұрын
This is probably the very best minimalism video there is. Thank you!
@judyr2473
Жыл бұрын
7:25 "Stacks of magazines & papers serve no purpose at all in life but to clutter a room once they've been read [and you'll never read them even if you've not read them yet!]"
@is3commander
Ай бұрын
I do have unread magazines from 5-7 years ago that occupy my space..
@JenOooo
8 ай бұрын
Newspaper is fabulous for cleaning glass! Heard a tip about coupons from Christine at Fit Frugal Mom, pop them into a ziplock bag and keep them in the car door for actual use 👏
@sheilaaskew5486
Жыл бұрын
Great video, as always!
@denisea3465
Жыл бұрын
Really fantastic habits and suggestions!! I especially love the one about getting kids to clean up every night. I have four and we have greatly reduced their belongings but things still tend to get a little crazy. Starting this today!
@Arduinna4
Жыл бұрын
Loved the humour in this one! Keep it up! Greetings from Greece!
@danysanerd2383
Жыл бұрын
2:00 Please don't dump your things off to 'Goodwill Industries' please please take them to a local thrift shop that actually helps in your local community. If by some sad chance that's not a viable option, then you can always check in with your local women's & children or even the family shelters! ❤ Goodwill doesn't do much if anything for your community, on top of that THEY ARE ONE OF THE BIGGEST LANDFILL FILLERS! Look at how big their garbage bins are! I mean people do donate garbage and crap but you still wouldn't belive some of the things Goodwill tosses.
@savvyshopper1286
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We don't have a coat closet. Have you seen some of the flats in London? Small. Can you do a video on small spaces? Thanks so much for the inspiring video.
@lemons6407
Жыл бұрын
Watch Do it on a Dime
@susan5661
Жыл бұрын
I have most of these mastered except the clean desk! Thanks Joshua 😊
@ellie1461
Жыл бұрын
The book CLUTTER’S LAST STAND helped me to minimalism many years ago….Joshua keeps reminding me why I choose it! 😉
@nancylee1883
Жыл бұрын
I'm down to 8 coffee mugs. I will keep working on them😊 Thanks for your insight into a calming environment.
@lauriepowell3959
Жыл бұрын
Donate newspapers and especially magazines to art teacher at school up the road. People are buying these less often and newspaper is needed for paper mache, paper making, etc. Magazines for collage, journal, drawing, enlarging, etc. Yes, I am a retired MS art teacher, so I usually have a box of stuff for them monthly. In the summer months I may recycle or take stuff to elder care places that have art/craft activities. If they don’t have one, volunteer to lead one occasionally.
@carlamendoncapeixoto
Жыл бұрын
Joshua boa noite. Perfeito vídeo como SEMPRE e suas dicas são sempre úteis e muito práticas de realizá-las. Gratidão pelo conteúdo. Um abraço!
@fwebster6226
Жыл бұрын
Our recycle bin is kept by the front door - hence the junk mail goes in it before I even step in the house 😊
@JustBrenda55
Жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you! Going through coffee mugs today and clearing off my cabinet shelves to store my coffee pot! The only thing that will be left on the counter is my fire extinguisher. LOL
@perlajim3735
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Everything you mentioned i will definitely start implementing. Super great ideas. Thanks!
@arifajamal680
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Joshua. I have a question though. I am now a minimalist but I am struggling as to how to declutter my digital space ?
@amersayyad8188
Жыл бұрын
Joshua i remeber every day while cleaning utencil u taught me how to keep tidy home Ples introduce my vlog really u r really wonderful person by giving ideas to make our life simple and peace
@Jasmine-vy8ig
Жыл бұрын
I am watching how many times I don't remember. Very very good thank you.
@MsLor213
4 ай бұрын
❤❤❤loved this!
@piercrab7595
Жыл бұрын
I like to put things away in cabinets. I get overwhelmed by stuff laying everywhere. My husband is a visual person. He always like to lay everything in eyesight. How to solve this?
@minimalistsmanaged
Жыл бұрын
All amazing tips, as always :) I absolutely LOVE your channel/content Joshua :)
@williamclark1244
Жыл бұрын
I never understood why anyone would throw their clothing on the floor (unless you are undressing to bathe but I personally place mine on a hook). I spend good money on quality clothing and it's also a safety hazard to have it on the ground. The only things that really should be on the floor are your feet and the furniture. Bottom line, take care of your things. As for junk mail I don't even bring it in the house it goes right into the recycling bin.
@sct4040
Жыл бұрын
People who throws clothing on the floor were not raised properly.
@mildredmartinez8843
Жыл бұрын
Great advice. Clean. Neat. Doable.
@Niqa
Жыл бұрын
How come nobody has noticed the new format of the video? Love the gentle pokes 😊
@MelissaClark-s6i
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the practical advice
@notme3252
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the pep talk!
@RevDiscarnateEntity
Жыл бұрын
I love the statement about the mysterious laundry fairy that magically replaces clean clothing in the wardrobe 😂😂
@knitnkitten
Жыл бұрын
Newspapers are great to clean windows & mirrors. Also useful for making papier mâcher projects and decomposing seedling pots. We don't actually receive any newspapers at our home, so I miss out on this🥺 Also! As a recipient of well meaning but annoying & incessant newspaper/magazine article clippings - NOBODY wants them. Anybody who actually does want one WILL ASK.
@rachaelbruesch6306
Жыл бұрын
I've been decluttering my things. I don't currently have 10 articles of clothing to declutter. 🎉 Yay! Now, everything else...my husband isn't on board for his stuff. 😢 He's said, he likes his stuff and worked hard for it.
@claucris8051
Жыл бұрын
We do have a small kitchen with not much space to store. There is no space to store the coffee maker and toaster. Plus, the family is not happy to have them put away even if I somehow I make some room for them. Any suggestions?
@josi4381
Жыл бұрын
Keep them out if it they are used daily and use the space for any other item that might be on the counter. I do it Like this as well due to family and it ist much calmer looking with two larger pieces out than many smaller things.
@vickithornley5056
Жыл бұрын
I have a tiny kitchen. No room to store items from the counter. I enjoy the decor I do have on the counter. We use the toaster every day and it is staying where it is. It is perfect where we have it. No room to store in cabinets because they are used since our kitchen is very small. Other suggestions I think are great. ❤
@danysanerd2383
Жыл бұрын
1:47 "If you're typical" well I'm not typical, so I'll just have to do my best!
@bonniehafeman9757
Жыл бұрын
Another good message. Thanks.
@rainlgamage466
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Joshua.
@chrys77cross
Жыл бұрын
As soon as #3 was stated I marched to my room and found 10 clothing items to pass on before the video ended.
@sct4040
Жыл бұрын
Be careful with purging junk mail, always open it first to make sure it is indeed junk mail. I have shredded an important document once, just be sure to glance it through first. 😢
@kennethbailey9853
Жыл бұрын
Yes Sir!🙂
@evelynito8159
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, sooo inspiring. I hope i can do it!
@jonnettemaslowski258
Жыл бұрын
Great, simple ideas! Thank you always!
@joidavis5210
Жыл бұрын
Love the message you sneaked in to your Mom 😆 Good tips!
@happyc3789
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@kakylong2
Жыл бұрын
Joshua, Great video! 😊
@tyrsia
Жыл бұрын
"Are you listening mom?" Made me laugh! :)
@teresaferrer4748
Жыл бұрын
I make coffee in a pot with water on stove. No longer have coffee machines,I have 6 plates ,i glass,5 cups i frying pan 2 dutch oven pots.
@paulwade4322
Жыл бұрын
What do you do with clothing that you plan to wear another time, it's technically 'used' but not dirty or in need of washing? I don't want to put these items back in the closet or drawer, but they can be worn another time before tossing into the hamper.
@JoshuaBecker
Жыл бұрын
I have a shelf in my closet where they live until I wear them again. I don't know what your closet or storage spaces look like now, but the fewer articles of clothing you own, the easier it is to solve problems like this I've found.
@ginatheng9506
Жыл бұрын
Hello I have been following you n do declutter. However I want to read yr book too. Can I just buy the latest book Things that matter or have to buy the earlier ones. Thank you. You motivate me. God bless you n yr family.
@MmM20978
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@simplysojourners
Жыл бұрын
I started watching minimalist videos and saw your name in one and thought I was seeing things, my husband's name is Joshua Becker lol 😆
@paccattamvedittabbovinnuhi
Жыл бұрын
great outro clip
@BL-rb7jm
Жыл бұрын
I think every family member should wash their own plate cups and cutlery right away. That is why some nice, warm, soapy water should be left in the sink, so each member can Go to the sink and wash their own dish.
@GaPeach2018
Жыл бұрын
If I put everything away it’s getting them out daily to use them that drives me nuts. Coffeemaker gets used all day, so does the blender.
@pippas5808
Жыл бұрын
We only get one garbage day every three weeks in my country - so no trouble filling containers! Regarding toys - when I was a kid, one of my friends was given a rule by her parents that anything left on the floor at the end of the day was rubbish and would get put in the bin - it only took losing one lot of toys to make sure she tidied up every day. I'm kind of glad my parents weren't that strict, but it was certainly effective!!!
@Smithpolly
Жыл бұрын
There's strict and then there's just mean. They could have confiscated the toys for a week or a month and that would be just as effective I assume and far less likely to leave a bitter memory.
@pippas5808
Жыл бұрын
@@Smithpolly it didn't bother her long term - when I was growing up, parents were generally more strict than they are now and always carried out what they said they would do. So if we ever lost toys because of ignoring what our parents said, we felt it was our own fault - and because everyone's parents were pretty strict, no one felt singled out. I can't see it going down well today!
@Smithpolly
Жыл бұрын
@@pippas5808 I think someone can be strict without being unreasonable. Throwing toys in the bin on the first slip up is unreasonalbe.
@siyarakb5305
Жыл бұрын
It was funny when you asked your mom about her sovenier mugs. I'm in the exact same situation decluttering & trying to convince my mom to let go more. She gives me the side eye 😂 But I throw some things( trash/ unused things) out when she's not looking. 👍
@heidibonjour
Жыл бұрын
You throw away some of your mom's things that you consider trash?? Yikes.. my home is minimal, I hate clutter and don't have it in my own home, but my mom's home is PACKED with knickknacks, dish sets, clothes she hasn't worn in 25 years, but I would never throw away her things, especially without her knowing! Tread carefully, my friend!
@shirleyrankin-zf6nv
Жыл бұрын
Siyara please dont do that to your mom
@cadena141
Жыл бұрын
@@shirleyrankin-zf6nv Totally agree. That's bad behavior.
@susanedmondson1623
Жыл бұрын
She'll have to throw it away when her mother dies, why not get a head start?
@shirleyrankin-zf6nv
Жыл бұрын
Susan her mother has rights.If you throw stuff out behind her back she will think people are stealing from her or she will think she has dementia when she does no. I am a retired nurse and I have worked with dementia pts. For 32 yrs I would consider this totally disrespectful and a very bad practice
@ErickLöfdahl
Жыл бұрын
The newspaper one is the best. Yet it would be difficult to apply the read it - toss it rule to books. But if just considering the financial value most books would be as throwable.
@leonieharry2941
Жыл бұрын
All things I already do. Yes they are helpfull. Would I call me a minimalist? No, certainly not.
@Stephanie-lg1cm
Жыл бұрын
Great advice as always. I watch your videos but am always distracted by your great hairline, my husband is so jealous 😂
@CaritaTrujillo-s8v
Жыл бұрын
wow
@beach-life
Жыл бұрын
You need to make a minimalist hair routine. let's be honest, we are all here for the hair. ;)
@hpetterson2265
Жыл бұрын
Your house must be so boring. Lol. But seriously, as an artist I love having artwork everywhere and can not imagine living with boring, blank walls. I have been trying so hard for years to embrace minimalism but I have come to the realization that I'm just NOT a minimalist. In fact, I actually already do half of this list & still I'm not a minimalist. Now I need to find help from someone who can understand how to be uncluttered without minimalism. I know one's home can still be beautiful & stress free even without being a minimalist. I just need to figure out how. Lol! I do still appreciate your channel though.
@barbaradelira6790
Жыл бұрын
I have a major problem keeping flat surfaces clear.
@SilviaN1
Жыл бұрын
"Are you listening mum?" 😂
@HeronCoyote1234
Жыл бұрын
If (when) you get credit card offers, please shred them. Do not just throw them in the recycling bin. Someone can steal it, you can guess the rest. (Also, stop sending checks through the mail. Check washing is rampant nowadays. Use bank cheques or online payment methods.)
@bonniedunbar6717
Жыл бұрын
What should I do if the local thrift stores no longer pick up good China and I can't carry it?
@kathrynp7595
4 ай бұрын
I put mine at the curb and it was quickly picked up
@yaninad5766
Жыл бұрын
I have a better one about junk mail. They all have a phone number to unsubscribe. One phone call is all it takes. In about three months your junk mail will stop coming in
@pritikhan28
Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤
@monikavarro2020
Жыл бұрын
Am I the only one who doesn't have kids or a dishwasher? 🤔 I can relate to throw it on the floor part. 😂😂😂
@rosemarywilliams9969
Жыл бұрын
😂 Are you listening mom?
@azlizzie
Жыл бұрын
The snark about laundry magically getting done makes me wonder what household tasks you hold that magically get done for her, without any thinking on her behalf. Had to stop after that.
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