Decluttering my Home | Prevent Clutter Creep

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How do we keep the clutter out once we've already decluttered?
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If you're new here, welcome! I'm Madi, creating videos about minimalism and slow living every Wednesday. In my videos you will see my minimalist home, my capsule wardrobe, decluttering, inspiration for slow living with kids, intentional living, minimalist finances, things I no longer buy, things I no longer own, things I buy more of as a minimalist, and just overall my passion and inspiration for simple living!
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@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you need to declutter? Thanks for watching! ❤

@gracewaterlilly8023 2 жыл бұрын

The basement! We moved into Our Apartment 1.5years ago and the basement is still awful!

@s.sflower 2 жыл бұрын

My closest, junk drawer and basement.

@jordynhenry9623 2 жыл бұрын

Mostly our office and kitchen!

@mariah660 2 жыл бұрын

My kitchen!

@DC-tc4xc Жыл бұрын

My closet mainly.Living in Northern New England requires a few more clothing items, especially when you dont have a clothes dryer. I Enjoy drying my clothes in the ho7se on old fashioned drying racks.In the winter we gain moisture with the need for a hunidifier and in the summer the ceing fans help to dry the clothes.We don't need an air conditiiner with all the trees around us.You are a daily inspiration to many, young and old

@gracesimplified3860 2 жыл бұрын

Water conservation tip: when rinsing produce rinse over a large bucket then use rinse water to water plants.

@laraduc8897 Жыл бұрын

great thanks !

@stephaniemtz2415 Жыл бұрын

And also to flush down your toilet of wash your backyard!! :)

@amandamorris4033 2 жыл бұрын

I really like how you don't deny yourself the things you need for your health and wellness... But everything is so intentional. We've been rearranging rooms at our house, and it made me realize how much stuff we've accumulated... So, decluttering is happening here as well.

@trbrig22 2 жыл бұрын

Ok obsessed with this channel but who else is STOKED about Madi's new podcast?!?

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

🙋🏼‍♀️

@colleencmason 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! We always say “turn off the faucet.” Things will always feel undone if we don’t intentionally stop bringing new items in. So happy we share this online space with other minimalist parents.😍👏🏻

@inezy6329 Жыл бұрын

True..as an Asian we would keep water that we rinse our rice to water the plants..the rinse water makes the plants healthy

@HerCupOfSIMPLE 2 жыл бұрын

Madi, you threw some many great quotes during your intro, you probably don't realize how powerful and encouraging they are!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad they resonate! ❤️ thanks for watching!

@LCsandiego 2 жыл бұрын

Look at this channel growing! Go Madi Go! ❤️

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Aw Thanks Lauren! How are you guys?? Hope you're well! ❤

@LCsandiego 2 жыл бұрын

We are doing well! Love seeing you back in SD🤗 keep up the amazing content! I always look forward to seeing them❤️

@emilymcclain591 2 жыл бұрын

Madi! I love this so much! I am so behind in commenting and have missed watching your videos! I have the most exciting news I just couldn’t wait to share with you. My husband and I had this dream of moving to a beach town in Florida (to be closer to our family that had moved there over ten years ago) from Minnesota. We have sold and donated 90% of our belongings and our house just went on the market. It feels so amazing to be on the other side after all these years of decluttering and becoming debt free on one income and with two young children in tow. It has been so worth it! You continue to be one of my inspirations!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear that. Congratulations Emily!

@Jo-hello 3 ай бұрын

I’m rewatching this video and came across your comment, how is everything now? How is your move? Xx

@ChelseaDunn44 2 жыл бұрын

I also have a box in our guest room that I also shove items in as I see myself not using them. Its such a good tip!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@HerCupOfSIMPLE 2 жыл бұрын

You keep me so focused on my journey to a simpler life!! Love you Madi!! Loved the tips! We're on the process to move and this is going to be my time to take my life back by revisiting every single item I own....!💝🌿

@roseloney9203 2 жыл бұрын

Love starting my mornings with one of your videos always inspires me to have a better day. I need to declutter the garage it’s a never ending battle.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Rose! ❤ So glad to hear that.

@capturedbyannamarie 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! I was just needing to do this at my house

@staceykrauss4098 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! Especially having a box or bag always ready. I have been doing that for years and it definitely helps. Lately I have been really looking at what I bring into our house to address the clutter creep.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Addressing what comes in before it happens is a game changer!

@melissaprice5444 Жыл бұрын

You’re an inspiration. Thank you! 😊

@susan5661 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Madison! My trick for keeping clutter low is to declutter one item/day - either to my donate box, to a friend, or trash/recycle. Helps keep my inventory low, as well as keeps my focus on what is in my house that is not useful or beautiful. I have completed my major declutters last year, so the one a day is now maintenance.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I love that!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I love that!

@rachellehoogendoorn Жыл бұрын

I appreciate hearing your heart and being inspired by your videos 😀

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

So glad you are getting value from them ❤️

@jordynhenry9623 2 жыл бұрын

Grabbed a box to start putting stuff in as soon as this video ended. Thanks, Madi!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Haha awesome Jordyn. Thanks for watching!

@carolinefournier3150 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Would love to see a video about your farm produce box routine and how you plan your meals around your box and what you grow!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I definitely have a gardening video planned. Thanks for the suggestion ❤️

@tabbbb15 2 жыл бұрын

Okay girl I am officially all caught up with your beautiful life you are creating with you and your family!! I have went through and watched all of your videos. You are seriously inspiring and I am so happy your channel found me. 🌼 I yearn a slow life in nature, and my home.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you for watching. So glad you are here ❤️

@achalalokugamage 2 жыл бұрын

I find watching your short videos even Therapeutic. Thanks for adding values for our lives.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you find value in them. Thanks for watching ❤️

@akellyandjasonstory6979 Жыл бұрын

Since selling everything & moving to Hawaii 8 years ago & trying to not let the clutter back in, I still find myself going through my house & minimizing…things seem to find a way back in.

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

It’s happens so fast if we aren’t intentional. Thanks from watching!

@CarolinaCalpurnia 2 жыл бұрын

I love every single video that you make, but it's not worth it if you're not sleeping enough in order to produce them 💓

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carolina ❤

@s.sflower 2 жыл бұрын

Love this. I took down some notes for future reference. Thank you 🤍

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching ❤️

@AmyMarks Жыл бұрын

Really loving your content at the moment ❤

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Amy! Thank you so much for watching, glad you are here ❤️

@anabarol1687 2 жыл бұрын

Declutter never end 🤩

@thelovelybad Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I’ve been in a loop of “decluttering, minimizing, organizing, moving, storing, etc” my belongings and still ended up with way too much stuff! I’ve had to move a lot over the last 7 years and had a child and just had an epiphany about all I’ve been hoarding that I don’t need that is taking up way too much of my time and energy. I’ve been spending ALL DAY, losing sleep, starting at 7am til I crash at 2am…and I’m just like this is INSANE! I’ve already managed to sell and donate and trash alot and I’m still not done! Having recently moved to a one bedroom has also been a major wake up call and adjustment to get rid of as much as possible…but then there’s also the guilt/remorse of getting rid of things I realize I could’ve kept to DIY re-purpose instead of having to buy new, again. Sigh!

@allruby208 Жыл бұрын

This is my big problem! All the things I keep are things ‘to use again later’. Do minimalists just have to buy everything again when they need to do something ? Help @madisungrey ❤💖🙏

@thelovelybad Жыл бұрын

@@allruby208 right! I always wonder that…what happens when you get rid of something and then a couple of days or a week or a month later you’re like, wait..I actually need that! Ugh now I have to buy it again! But, something that is helping me on my journey is realizing decluttering and minimizing is a lifestyle change so you have to remember to go slow, change takes time. You are re-learning and adjusting to a new concept that most of us are just now being exposed to, that also goes heavily against society’s “bigger, better, more, spend” themes of life. It’s more-so about changing your mindset, confronting the traumas and ways of thinking that cause you to “hoard” which is driven by the anxiety of lack mindset; constantly trying to prepare for “what if” instead of living in the peace and flow of the “now.” Clutter is often a symptom of other mental/emotional issues going on within you that you may or may not be aware of caused by major life events, trauma, illness, childhood upbringing etc. Main thing to remember is compassion for yourself. Question yourself, journal it first what is your personal goals with decluttering aside from the aesthetics and the “feel” of it. What do you want it to help in your life? Also, remember “minimalism”looks different for everyone, remember that, especially if you have a health condition to manage or suffer from chronic pain so it’s impossible to get rid of a lot, fast. More so, focus on the question, “What brings me the most comfort?” What feels good on me, what feels good to use? What is actually helping me and what fits my short term and long term goals, now, in this moment? Where do you have space (literally and figuratively) to keep certain things with you and what do you just need to let go of? If you do have to buy again things are always on sale and available at the thrift, go on OfferUp and garage sales etc if you find yourself needing it again! The key to remember is, the world is full of stuff…there is no lack when you think about it, only the trauma of the illusions caused by the displacement of all this stuff! Hope this helps!

@skyedaisy4007 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Madi! So calming and peaceful with a great message. :) I've done the big decluttering, let go of about 90% of our stuff, but like you said it is ongoing. So as I go about my day I do what I call a reset. As I tidy up and return things to their home I do a quick look to see if anything is not where it actually lives and take it there or if I no longer need it put it in a donation box to help someone else. This has been more life-changing than I expected, it is such a feeling of freedom not to be weighed down by things anymore.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! ❤️

@erintannehill 2 жыл бұрын

Sending you all the hugs! I'm the same way with my environment. If my home is messy, odds are my brain was messy first. I do want to encourage you to NOT sacrifice rest in order to put up KZfaq videos. While I love your videos, it is not worth depleting yourself. Take care of you and your family first. I'm currently recovering from an insanely busy 18 months, and coming through to the other side, I wish I would have given myself more grace and rest. I'm a high acheiver. I love getting things done and being busy. So it is really hard for me to slow down and adjust, but I can tell you that I have never regretted doing it anyway. I always go back to why I chose a simpler, more minimalistic lifestyle and it gives me peace about slowing down a little and resting more. Please at least give yourself the permission to consider giving yourself more rest over being consistent with KZfaq. Missing one video here and there to restore yourself isn't going to hinder your growth, but it can help you enjoy your life a lot more.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Erin! ❤️

@lisaskew 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on all your supplements and what you use them for? We’re transitioning to a more natural lifestyle and would love to see a video like that

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I don't, but maybe in the future! Thanks for the idea!

@kbetz1978 2 жыл бұрын

Yes and also what you use for kids illnesses? Like sore throats and fevers? I didn’t see any Tylenol or kids cold syrups In your closet and wonder if there’s natural remedies you use?

@user-dv1nr9bd3z Жыл бұрын

Hi!! I know this video has been posted a few months ago,but I just saw it : ) A great tip is from my godmother,who has an uncluttered,yet cosy home: having a place for each item and when shopping: one item in equals one item out. She s been doing this for decades : ) On a personal note, I see my decluttering as practicing my freedom of choice : what object do I want around me today? What colours do I want around me? What textures? Is there a feel that I miss that I could recreate? For example, for me, it is the feeling of freedom,time and beauty when camping near the beach. Because I am soon moving out of my studio appartment to another appartment in a warmer climate, I am pretending that I will be moving in a tiny house. It is a fun challenge : ) The idea is to have the most available space available so that my place looks like a big loft. I love to have space to have a sense of freedom!

@briannamartin2227 2 жыл бұрын

Your content is so beautiful and relaxing! I love how you decorate your home. I was curious where your woven dish towels are from? They are so pretty! Also that cabinet in your kitchen that you use as a pantry?! That is so neat!

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Brianna! I think those are Target

@thelittlehomeaustralia 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maddy, could you share in a vid how you eat and move to keep in such good shape? I was never roleModelled a good exercise routine so I’m learning from the ground up. Ive done 20 mins 4 times a week of body weight exercises for the past month… but I’m a ways off my ideal figure being 15 months postpartum. I’m interested in healthy eating more then diets (don’t think they work) xxx

@jessicao1822 2 жыл бұрын

I've been working so hard to declutter our home and I've got rid of sooo many carloads that I've taken to the thrift store. I'm definitely starting to feel the clutter creeping back in though. I'll try these tips!

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing Jessica, thanks for watching ❤️

@charlenebrissette3348 2 жыл бұрын

I too have a box in my office, but I don’t actually have a specific declutter day. If I come across something to declutter it goes in the box. When the box is full it goes to the thrift store. I don’t try to sell anything cause 1, it is a pain and 2, a lot of people can’t afford to buy new, but they need it, so they can buy it cheap.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea. Thanks for watching Charlene ❤️

@AMcDub0708 Жыл бұрын

I also love blessing others with my gently used items in great condition. It definitely blesses me when I also find things in great used condition. It’s good to pay it forward.

@allruby208 Жыл бұрын

How do you reconcile waste with minimalism? That is the area I struggle with! So many things that could be used one day vs a minimal home. Would love your insight or to be pointed to one of your videos on the topic ❤

@alison2984 2 жыл бұрын

I'm at the stage where you only need maintenance declutters - 10 mins every now and then and I put things in my box as I live my life I am a moderate/extreme minimalist family x

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@LarkspurLea 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video, going through a big declutter at the moment. I need to declutter all the things I already decluttered…into the garage! As soon as I get it all to the charity shops or green waste centre, I’m going with your clutter maintenance box. Hopefully you’ll find a workable rhythm for the making of the videos and feel able to take breaks as the channel grows, everyone here is so supportive xox

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simone!

@hannahyeakley8223 2 жыл бұрын

I recently found your channel too and have been so encouraged by you! Will you share what your produce box is? The company?

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Thanks Hannah! Just a local farm here in California.

@xsummerangl16x Жыл бұрын

Hello Madisun! I am enjoying your relaxing videos and feeling inspired. I know you don’t want people to come see your videos and feel promoted to shop 😅 but as I try to make more sustainable, less plastic choices in my home, I appreciate learning about good brands! Would you consider sharing some of your favorite home essential brands (even if not on Amazon) and kid related brands? Thanks! If you already have this somewhere, where may I find it? Thanks!

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Hey Jennifer- thanks for watching. We buy most from Amazon for ease but definitely focus on natural products. Check out my Amazon Storefront. www.amazon.com/shop/Madisun_Gray

@shailzamishra9688 Жыл бұрын

Hey.. I'm new subscriber of your channel...and have to say that.... I'm just obsessed...with you videos.... Feel connected ❤️

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

So glad you have found value in them. Thanks for subscribing! ❤️

@ashleyw2590 Жыл бұрын

Hi I absolutely love your channel. What you said recently about always wanting to move and live in a future fantasy hit me like a brick wall because that is me! Also wondering what sheets you have on the day bed? Thanks ❤️

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Ashley! Day bed sheet: amzn.to/3BQ7LBE

@AmySmith-hh5yn 2 жыл бұрын

I just donated an entire truck worth of items. I've done this so many times, but with children it's easy to do because they grow, their needs and interests grow and change which can add to the clutter. I find that the hardest part of letting go of items is the "but I could try to sell it and get some money back" aspect. If I haven't taken the time or the effort to try to sell it after a few weeks then I donate it. No spend months are also a necessity for me because otherwise I am tempted to buy new things (or thrift more things) that we want but do not need. I get bored with things too quickly. I have a love of stationary and I make to do lists but then I end up making to do lists on paper and then in my phone as well and then I get overwhelmed. I wouldn't doubt it if I have ADHD, my mind goes a mile a minute and I get easily overwhelmed when there's too much clutter and even sometimes if there's too much background noise going on (music playing in the car and the family are all talking). Anyhow, I enjoy your content and hope that you have a wonderful rest of your week.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Amy!

@CammyHell Жыл бұрын

Wow you have a lot of little jars and bottles of what is that oils or medicine? Is it to make cleaning products?

@LuLu-bi1ci 2 жыл бұрын

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@XeniaSketchbookPages 2 жыл бұрын

We moved to another city lst year, and then I did a big revision of my things. Nothing motivates you to throw away excess like having to fit all your boxes of stuff into the truck 😅

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree.

@lauravioleta 2 жыл бұрын

I've been watching a lot of your videos since i recently found you, love it and thank you so much for sharing yourself ❤️ in one video you mentioned someone to look into for -not- potty training so without all the stuff (i believe), what's the name?

@MadisunGray Жыл бұрын

Thank you Laura! Janet Lansbury is my go-to for parenting.

@magdalenabenzon3897 5 ай бұрын

hey, where are your kids when you tidy/declutter? I try to involve mine but not always possible or doable..

@nicole7711785 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel a few days ago and I love your videos. You have inspired me to do a whole house declutter. Are you guys vegan? Would love to see vegan recipes.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Love it. Thanks for watching Nicole! And yes we are plant-based!

@a.k.5179 Жыл бұрын

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@kristinkraft5978 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you get that baking soda? I haven't found one that big yet...

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Amazon hahah yes it's huge! I use baking soda for so much stuff in our home and garden... and it's hard to find an aluminum-free one. amzn.to/3zUUabo

@lindaroyal8161 2 жыл бұрын

Recently discovered your channel and enjoying catching up. Curious why you have such a huge container of baking soda? TY

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

My husband said the same thing 😂 I use it for cleaning, gardening, everything!

@lindaroyal8161 2 жыл бұрын

@@MadisunGray That's a huge bucket! Maybe a video showing all the ways use it, I'm always wanting to learn new ideas. TY.

@leahlynch4700 2 жыл бұрын

What brand is your colander? I want to replace my plastic one, but haven’t found one I like. What type of cutting board do you recommend? I’m decluttering as well as replacing my kitchen “must haves” with non-toxic sustainable equipment. Your videos are inspiring and beautiful 😍

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Leah, so happy you are here ❤️ As far as kitchen items go, definitely check out my Amazon Storefront. www.Amazon.com/shop/Madisun_Gray But the colander we use is stainless steel: amzn.to/3d6BZ9S And cutting board is a Boos Block: amzn.to/3br2eXU

@leahlynch4700 2 жыл бұрын

@@MadisunGray thank you 😊

@HerCupOfSIMPLE 2 жыл бұрын

Madi, could you provide me with a link for that baking soda you've shown? Thanks!🤗

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

amzn.to/3JwfVRZ also in my my Amazon storefront!❤️

@HerCupOfSIMPLE 2 жыл бұрын

@@MadisunGray awesome! I appreciate it 🙏

@gracewaterlilly8023 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like I am quite good at letting go and decluttering but my Problem area is bringing new stuff in. I gained a little weight over the Last year so I did need some new Shorts for summer but my Shopping habit has gone wa betont that. Havent figured out how to stop buying/swapping stuff constantly.

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a journey ❤️ thanks for watching!

@USA1492 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have family watch the kids while you film? I find that it’s usually much louder in my home. And how do you handle having your kids get rid of clutter they have accumulated?

@MadisunGray 2 жыл бұрын

I film when my husband takes the kids to the beach or for a bike ride usually :) I made a video not too long ago about toy clutter and I talk about it a bit there.

@punjabseth260 Жыл бұрын

🌻👌🏻

@AMcDub0708 Жыл бұрын

I kinda don’t like the word minimalism since it’s so subjective and controversial to outsiders. I prefer Curated Low Maintenance home. To me, I’ve chosen what I love and released what I don’t. It’s still a subjective number of things but whatever the number, it still provides EASY living and care.