Last night I forced myself to clean the kitchen. I'm trying to make that one of my "non-negotiables". As I walked into the kitchen this morning and the sink was completely empty and the counter wasn't full of smelly dishes from the night before, I was happier than I've been with my kitchen in a long time. Thank you so much for your help. You're the best!!!

The idea that I am getting a bunch of things (meditating, exercising and cleaning) all done at once makes me feel like I have a cheat code or something! Like I’m winning a game. This might actually continue to motivate me 😃

I also suffer from depression and couldn't get motivated to start. I am so proud of myself. When I finished I cried. It took me one week. So I really hope other people do it too.

My husband has a cold, so tonight I did our evening kitchen tidy with you instead. 22 minutes and even the floor is mopped. This talk reminded me of giving my daughter FlyLady advice. My daughter was in a season of single mothering while her daughter was one and even a load a day of laundry was overwhelming. Someone (not me) told her to make sure she still made time for the day spa, and was my dear daughter was so hurt and angry! But FlyLady wisdom fell out of my mouth and I said something like "Sweetie, giving yourself a drawer full of clean underwear is self-care." Thanks for this podcast.

I did clean while listening! I didn't go crazy. I cleaned one bathroom. I wiped down my kitchen counters. Vacuumed where it needed it. Not perfect. Mopped where it was needed. Not everywhere. I feel really good. Thank you 😊

Cas - you might find this interesting: Many years' ago, I remember my PhD/dissertation advisor saying to me, "No one cleans more than people working on their dissertation." It's true! A dissertation is such a long-term project. And we're sitting for such long periods of time...that getting up, moving, doing something mindless, and getting a quick win feels sooo good.

Best advice I’ve heard - You’re in charge of your schedule, and you’re the only one that can change it💪🦋

“Sometimes you need a win IN THIS MOMENT “ so true.

Cleaning makes me so happy. I can't explain it. I love the act. It's easy, mindless work with a result that I can see immediate. It feeds my immediate gratification need. It makes me more grateful for the things I have. It is easier living in an organized house. It's a little thing about myself that I can be proud of.

I have done this for my whole life! When I feel like things are out of control, I get domestic! I can control my environment!

Man, you're so right...my father just passed away...he was an AMAZING Christian man... I'm sick...borderline Bronchitis...but, decided to go ahead and get dressed and do the kitchen...that alone made me feel better....may have to do the floors in the evening...for the most part things look pretty good. Cas, you're such a blessing. ...thank you ❤

While watching this I am doing laundry. Cleaned out the dishwasher and swept the kitchen floor. Took out the trash. Am tired. Taking a 5 minute break and keep going. Staying on the train Tracks. Moving forward.

I've been kicked out and sent to an extended stay hotel while my government senior apartment is being renovated. I'm also a caregiver for my husband. It's been a big stress with me at one point just freezing in front of the movers saying "I don't know, I don't know." Thanks to your videos on changing mindset and other ways to think, it hasn't been as bad as it could have been. Keep them coming. PLEASE. I will now finish organizing the hotel room with the boxes they used to move us here. 💕

I made a funny little deal with myself over the dishwasher! 😂 Here it is: if I need something out of the dishwasher I grab it BUT whatever rack I got it from I then have to put away everything on that rack! So if it’s a coffee cup then everything on the top rack gets put away right then. If it’s a fork then everything in the utensil basket gets put away right then. If it’s a dish then everything on the bottom rack gets put away right then. Of course I quickly get annoyed with trying to remember what’s clean and what’s not so guess what I do… I just go on and put it all away! AND if I keep it all put away then dirty dishes can go straight in the dishwasher and not in the sink. This silly little game has totally changed dishes for me!!! Hope maybe it can help someone else too! Yall have a bright, happy and blessed day!❤

Cleaning is the same as meditation and exercise....that's INCREDIBLE! 🙂

2 years ago, i was given the assignment to "self care". The idea was foreign to me. There were a few suggestions and I tried a couple of my own ideas. Then one day while cleaning and reorganizing a shelf in my closet, I realized that was my thing. That feeling I was supposed to be searching for was there all along. Because of my gift of packrat, people ask me to help them sometimes - reorganize their linen closets and pantries. One person called me "an organizing genius". Thanks to you and others, the packrat thing is lessening and cleaning is so much easier. And it's actually getting done!

I love cleaning my house and I have no problem getting motivated to do so. This is my secret I have fun, I enjoy, I feel like I am playing, I do not need to think, no mental struggle, it is easy. For me cleaning is self-care. Thank you for all your beautiful work!!! With ❤and gratitude🙌

Hi there from New Zealand. I found and started watching your videos about 4 weeks ago. I moved across country and living in a very small home unit. For the past 4 years I had a large full storage shed of furniture etc, that I was paying $100 a week for. I have been wanting to sort through it, but didn't really have the right mind set or energy to do it. My home is organized and very clean. I have OCD. I also found Dave Ramsey and started watching him and his Daughters channel. My mindset just changed in a few days. I got the energy and I have majorly downsized and declutted. I had to wear a mask as I am an asthmatic and allergic to dust. I donated over half the storage shed to charity shops.They even picked it up. It feels so good to give to others and feels like a weight of your shoulders. I still have a small storage shed and I will down size that too.Thank you for sharing all your videos. I like to listen to you. I'm not sure what clutterbug I am. I have enjoyed decluttering. I have always enjoyed cleaning.

Omg, you are so right. Every time I get very angry, I feel like I need to do something and I start cleaning around the house and I truly feel better. I hated cleaning, because of my child experiences with my mother, never beeing satisfied with what I did. I was wondering why do I have the need to clean around the house when I am very angry and now I know. I am still angry when I do it, but somehow it makes me feel better and at some point the anger goes away. So I meditated without even knowing. I love the way you put it to look different at cleaning the house meditating and exercise, that is awesome. Thank you

Thank you for all you do. I am a 2 time cancer survivor. Now dealing with cancer again everyday that operation is not an option for me. You so inspire me to take baby steps.

Cleaning definitely is my meditation. When I’m done I feel REFRESHED AND HAPPY. Last night - I was going to let the few dishes sit in the sink. I was talking on the phone and thought WHY NOT just do the dishes while I’m talking? I felt so much better- then finished the rest of the kitchen too! went to bed and woke up to a NICE CLEAN KITCHEN.

When my home is clean and in order I feel truly ready to handle whatever the day throws at me. It brings me peace. And when I come home to a clean ordered home after being out day it is such a relief. Thank you and God bless you!

I just finished cleaning and now I will listen to your soothing voice while I rest . I've done so much decluttering over the past year. 🎉🎉🎉

I cleared the counter, did the dishes and took the rubbish out. Don’t feel anything other than back ache right now but tomorrow me will be grateful.

I needed this today! Had a couple hours to myself and was tempted to crash, but instead I put away clean dishes, did the dirty dishes, gave my sink a thorough clean, changed out laundry, put clean laundry away and now I'm going to turn on another podcast and dust my living room and do as much as I can in my bedroom before I have to work again!

I started on my kitchen and put this on for company. Gutted it ended half way through me clearing my "overwhelming" dumping ground of a breakfast bar. I'll have to find something else to watch while I finish it. I'm disabled, suffer from anxiety and depression and you and others like you are helping me sooo much. I think its mainly the total understanding and lack of judgement, while absolutely pushing me on to chip away at the mess. Thank you. X😊

Huge game changer! Process of cleaning and working as a mom. I understand the concepts of dishes every day from work. Priorities are a struggle when it seems like the whole house needs cleaned. I try some every day though.

I had a blanket on my couch that I started cleaning from cat vomit. If you have older cats, you know. I had do e one side the other day, but your podcast made me get off my butt and flip the blanket and clean the other side. This blanket is actually two heavy blankets sewn together and is from Korea, gifted from my uncle, who Served there a long time ago. It is supposed to be dry cleaned, but I don't have the finances to this right now. So, I am cleaning it myself. It's almost ready to be stored away for another season. Thanks for the motivation. I exercised, felt like I meditated, felt happy, and now relaxed! Thank you, thank you, thank you. I did it for my husband and two cats to get the livingroom in order.

Hey Cassie, just found this podcast. It came at just the right time. I’m a senior who has some niggles healthwise. However, I have been pulling out of them and now I’m turning my attention to my poor neglected house. Listening to you, I got off the couch, washed my breakfast dishes, looked around the kitchen and then I set to! The cupboard front has been wiped, the counters cleared and scrubbed, the cat food mats picked up and washed and put outside to air dry. The fridge exterior and door handles wiped and ditto for the oven!! I’m having little 15 minutes rest and when the timer goes off I will attend to the floors! Woohoo!! Class who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks!! Thank you! BTW it might not sound like a lot but I’m proud! So there!! lol 😂😂😂

I cleaned out and organize my refrigerator after wiping all the shelves. It looks great! I also set a reminder in my phone to do this task every Friday. You inspired me ❤

I'm so grateful that I have a clean kitchen each morning with NO dishwasher! Cas thanks so much! Plus, Im veing assessed for mental functioning/ senior brain health. All because of the sincere way you present ADHD and related issues. God put you in my life. And it has saved my life. Really.

"Cleaning is a form of meditation." Loves this!

I love when you said we all need a little me time to just zone out.

Good Girl! I am on a roll and playing this while doing major laundry and decluttering. 😊 Yes! I changed the (3) “cat boxes!” first thing today. The cats sure appreciated it. 😽

Thank you for this encouragement!!! I am right there with your loved one. I felt like running away last night, but that would not solve anything Lol My father passed away a year ago after a 5 year stuggle with dementia and my mother has been very ill even longer. I am trying to help her go through everything, ll that has been hoarded, including a decade of dust while trying to sell my own home (with unusual difficulties) and move 1000 miles away. Husband is in the movie industry and has not worked for a year. And I haven’t worked since beginning caring for my parents 18 months ago. I am not looking for pity, but also want to encourage others to persevere with doing good through difficult circumstances, one baby step at a time. Much love for each of us ❤

This is my favorite episode you’ve ever made. Pinned it to my homescreen so I can listen whenever I’m feeling lackluster.

I did 25 minutes of work while listening to this. The meditation part reminded me of an episode of "Upstairs, Downstairs' wherein the maids' sleeping quarter was a sign: "To Work is to Pray."

I packed lunches. Cleaned bathroom sink. Gathered my clothes.Stopped podcast to shower, then finished podcast while skincare & dressing. Also text to and received encouragement from friend. Oh emptied dishwasher. Great start to day 🎉

Cas, I am cleaning out a closet while I'm listening to you. Hopefully, it will be completely cleaned out by the end of the wkend. 😊

I painted the guest room today while listening to you. I do feel proud of myself. Thank you for the encouragement. 😊

My mom used to always say that the feeling of accomplishment is the greatest feeling in the world. I’m not sure it’s the greatest, but it’s right up there! 😊❤

I feel better in a clean and organized and decluttered home !!! Blessings +++!!!

During this podcast, I washed my dishes and am almost finished with cleaning out my refrigerator!!!!

Your charisma is so encouraging and I loved this podcast! It was better than I thought it would be … I think you just gave me all the “excuses” that I need to take time to clean my house every day 😂

Just decluttered our entry way coat closet. Amazing. I can easily get stuff in and out. And it only took about 30 minutes! I so appreciate take your house back course and you for me having gotten to this point where I’m going way further decluttering than I ever thought.

Good morning, I have been cleaning, organizing, ironing all morning while listening to various of your podcasts/videos. I had to rewind and listen to you repeat that I am doing this for me, for my happiness, for my wellbeing. That is a different state of mind and makes it more enjoyable to do. Thank you for your inspiration!! Have a beautiful day.

Someone asked me a long time ago if I ever got bored with cleaning? I felt like there was something wrong or shameful about it. I’m so glad to hear you put a positive message to cleaning!

Four years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer (now 4 years cancer free!), along with some other serious health issues. During the following year, my house was immaculate! I figured since I couldn’t control my body, I could control the state of my health. My husband got quite upset with me during this time, until I explained to him that I needed SOMETHING I could control. And that something was the state of my house! I happy to report I am now recovering from those health issues, and there are times I still feel my life is out of control, but it is much better! I baked muffins and cleaned up afterwards while listening to this podcast. Thank you for inspiring me to keep on keeping on ♥️

I have decluttered and so happy for it. Your friend needs to set an alarm for 5 minutes. That may be the best she can do right now. HUGS to your loved one.

I definitely notice a difference in my mental health in a cluttered space/dirty space vs a tidy and clean space. I just recently got a robot vacuum and that has been a game changer for helping keep the floor clean

I cleaned off my desk last Thursday and it was like Christmas (in February?). I have one box of to-do's left and then I can start on closets, cupboards, and drawers -- oh my! I cleanedout my refrigerator yesterday and just removed the dead food. Now I know what you mean by done is better than perfect. Wiping the shelves and door shelves is next.

Cass, while watching your podcast, I'm actually cleaning my kitchen which is way overdue! You are correct that it is more difficult to clean up a big mess than it is to clean up as you go. It can get out of hand really fast when you feel you're too tired to clean up after a meal and then have more of a mess to deal with the next day. Sometimes it's just easier said than done to clean up before bed every night when you feel exhausted.

You have me pumped up! I am cleaning now instead of working on a sewing project. My additional reward will be working on the project in a cleaner space. 😘

Started watching thevideo on my tablet then got up and cleaned my kitchen. Thankyou for the inspiration 😊

Greetings from Germany! Thank you so much Cas! I sorted my laundry,, cleaned the kitchen, freed up the garden trampoline from all leafs and dirt of the cold season. I was meditating, working out and can add one thing to your list of benefits from cleaning; I improved my rusted english skills with your calming voice on the headphones. Thank you so much ❤

I cleaned my bathroom and the kitchen while listening to you! I love you SO much Cas. Meeting you one day is on my bucket list. 😊

Yes it does make sense . It took me with your help and Advice 3 weeks to completely Declutter my House . & I’ve adopted your routine of 15 minute pick up before bed & Dishes Done & kitchen clean before bed 😅 I feel accomplished & my husband is proud also . This week I’ll be Decluttering my car 🚗

Glad I found this podcast. Nothing like getting your house in order

Hi Cass, This video has actually prodded me to clear up the spirulina smoothie spill I threw newspaper on, that landed on the kitchen floor about a month ago. I just couldn't bring my mind to focus on the clear up until today whilst listening to you for the 3rd time. This video is inspirational and thought provoking, and as an english saying goes "kill two (or more) birds with one stone". That is my kind of jam! Thankyou so much for this and the research you did for it. I have been following you for a number of years and I have only really felt motivated to apply myself to start decluttering since my husband gave up alcohol 1.5 years ago. He has just gone to his 1st A.A. meeting and for the 1st time, in a v.long time wants to help me get our house straight. I am so proud of him. I think I'm going to ask him if we could make this our project so that by Christmas time we can have a beautiful house that we call home at last. I have wanted this for about 25 years now but not been able to follow through on any faltering starts I had made. I am a member of TYHB but not been active. Perhaps I just need to visit the group regularly, but just 30 mins at a time. Much love to you for all you do.xx.

I’ve found my washing up clutter threshold! Dishwasher’s been on the fritz for 5 or 6 weeks. I can only handle washing up 2 meals worth (I’m single) without feeling stressed. This means I have to wash up at least twice a day and if I have cooking pots, they have to be washed up while I’m cooking. If I go over the 2 meal load, the washing up can sit there for 3 days. Knowing my limit even if I go over it makes me less stressed as I know I can get on top of it again in 10 mins. This threshold is true even if the dishwasher works. Who knew you can have a revelation when your best friend is on the fritz? 😊

Your advice or suggestions are spot on. I would add it's okay to ask for help if they overwhelmed with a loved one's health.

A+++!! “Best of the Best” of all of your Clutterbug episodes so far! I’ve been subscribed for years, and this is truly your best work. Brava!!! Thank -you so much.

Love it when you said Humans Beings do not thrive on constant chaos. Definitely agree structure, organization and routine is a must for a healthy state of mind.

It’s the two acres for me.. with the overgrown garden but we are getting there . Doesn’t help the allergies 😂 so far I’ve done the two storey house , cleaned up the last owners rubbish, sorted the garage and shed . Now on to the gardens . Anddd finding faster cleaning and garden supplies to get the job done quicker .

Thanks for keeping it Real! We are all in some kind of struggle. Breaking it down into 5, 15, or 1 hour increments is doable for anyone. Having a mindshift is a game changer for the better. Your content is invaluable! Thank you so much! 💕🌴😎

I agree, it is so hard to start. But once I start, I really enjoy the process, and actually find it meditative

So true!!! It eases anxiety and makes you feel accomplished!

I just cleaned out my deep freezer and cooked up a big bag of corn and fed it to my chickens. Did the dishes and a little mental meal prep and load of laundry while listening. Thanks!

Yes! This surprised me. I wrote a weekly routine (also daily non-negotiable tasks) and I pretty much followed it. I felt so happy and proud when I managed, mostly, to do it. And now it gets better because this week will be so much easier! I did some things "crappy," but I did them and my list was not super-hard, to begin with. I struggle with my house and have spent a lot of time hating myself over it. If I can make it better, anyone can!

I've been thinking a lot about something lately - and you just said it. You deserve to treat yourself with respect. I think a lot will follow if you just respect yourself.

Thank you Cas. I wish I could send you a photo of my kitchen, I cleaned it all during this video. Feels a really calm space now. I was so happy to learn this about the cleaning and meditating, as I have been beating myself up for not meditating and not getting those benefits but turns out I am! F you universe 😂 . Clean home while reaping the rewards of a tranquil space for my mind yes please. Have a fab weekend❤❤❤

💯 agree with all that you said today! I deep cleaned two bathrooms while i listened today. Took off the toilet seats and everything!! Thanks Cas 💫!

Wow Cass 🎉🎉🎉!!! You really hit home with this video! I felt like you were talking directly at me and reminding of WHY we need to clean our home. Thank you for that gentle reminder!!!! ❤ I felt like your messaged was engraved in my mind and heart! 😊

I am planning to listen to this many times.. I really needed this pep talk to help overwrite the discouragement & negativity of ADHD. Thank you for what you do❤

You know whats? I'm being following you from some time, and discovered by my own experience on your words of advice; it's true. I'm happy cleanning !!!!

This is all so true!! ❤ I have told everyone I know the rule of 1 hour per day to clean and watching TV while folding clothes does help our mental health.🎉

Thanks for sharing this perspective! It really changes the way I view cleaning. Love it! 😍

Today, I began cleaning. I often put on You Tube or a podcast or a book. Today, your video popped up. Thank you for your honest discussion today. I am struggling with many things and I NEED my house clean. You helped me understand my why. Your points made a huge difference in my mindset and actually has given me a little boost through this crazy hormonal midlife journey. Thank You so much. You have helped me feel better.

I loooooove this message! I 100% agree with what you are saying. This is why I used to clean houses when I was younger. My problem is that I get irritable when I get interruptions (but that's real life). I feel like I would go on, indefinitely, if I wasn't needed at times. This holds true for housekeeping and gardening alike. Also, part of it is that it feels like there is no end. I get hyperfocused and detailed.

Great episode Cass! 👏👏👏 Loved the mindset shift… I’m so going to implement this into my life when I don’t feel like cleaning! Thank you 😘

I was sick for a few months & now beginning to be much better. My husband is great with the dishes, toilets and vacuuming but I usually do the rest. Now there are piles of papers and piles of clutter that I'm trying to eliminate and it feels overwhelming. Thank you Cas. I cleaned the clutter in the corner of the kichen and started a donation pile for the many unopened essential oils that I obviously never use!😂

❤❤❤ You are such a sweet and wonderful soul. Thank you!

Thank you, Cas. Exactly what I needed to hear in this moment.

Thank you! I put away most of my laundry and focused on getting my steps in while listening to this. AND I FEEL GREAT!

I love how you are so real! Yes, a messy house (and office!) makes me feel like crap!! Thanks for all your insight and encouragement and especially your added humor! I look forward to hearing this again when I am able to be at home to clean! (In the car at work right now)

I changed the sheets on my bed! 👏🤗 Well said.. Thank you ❤

Thanks Cas that was great!!! 👏🏻❤️

Pulled out my wardrobe to sort through and organise whilst listening to this. As a yoga teacher "cleaning is meditation" made me giggle! You make a very valid point though, changing your mindset is the key. If I can see cleaning as an opportunity to listen to an audiobook/podcast and get some jobs done at the same time then it is no longer a chore, but some me time. Plus, it's me that gets the most benefit from the cleaning, my family would leave it much, much longer between deep cleans rather than a regular sweep around if I let them!

Great food for thought, and I know it's true! Always feel better after I clean! Such a feeling of accomplishment, and such peace looking at a clean, uncluttered environment! Thank you!!

Love love love the motivation of this podcast! ❤ I'll be saving it to hear again and again whenever I need it! 😊❤

Yes, I’m getting excited about decluttering, cleaning my bedroom! Only problem is it’s midnight & I should be in bed. Last night I put a load of dishes on at 11:30 pm, but was so happy this morning they were all clean-crazy!! You are helping me so much!

After one whole week of extreme decluttering, watching your videos, this was just what i needed. Almost all rooms look good and now i had dishes from the day on the kitchencounter, was feeling tired on my couch. Then this podcast came across and i got up and listened it while doing the dishes. Now kitchen is clean again😂. Love this peptalk. Find it and all your videos very inspiring. Thank you and greetz from germany ❤

Hi Cas! ❤ Good Morning from Arizona! So happy I found your channel! 🤗🤗 You're so funny and I enjoy your company 😊 Well wishes and I hope to hear more 💟

Last night I cleaned my kitchen spotless, started my dishwasher and went to bed early. When I came down to the kitchen this morning and found that my dog had got into a bag of trash and scattered it all over the floor! hahahahaha. Oh well, the march contintues. I will leave it so my daughter can be "Pleasantly surprised too!!!" Our furbabies need to watch your podcasts too!!! It was just a lot of empty bags and empty paper towel rolls, so she didn't get much of a reward for her efforts...

I got my dishes washed and wiped off the counters and cleaned the microwave really good. I also got most of the dishes dried and put away too! It feels so much better!

This is exactly what I needed today!, thank you so much for this podcast.❤

I so relate to cleaning and feeling a win! When things seem out of control, cleaning the pantry, scrubbing the counters, etc…is something I can control… and it feels so good when I’m doing it and when it’s done! I thought I was the only one who thought like this. Thanks for this incredible reminder… let’s call it well-being hack!😊

Thank you so much for the motivation! While listening to this I cleaned my kitchen and got some laundry going. You're voice is very soothing. Thanks for helping chancy mindset about cleaning.

Absolutely, cleaning makes me very happy!!! I already did my spring cleaning ( deep cleaning at my home) I keep my house very clean and organized. I don’t like clutter, I love organizing, see a beautiful place❤❤❤❤❤❤

Your hair & the colour of your blouse look great. That colour really suits you.