INVENTORY: The Key to Effectively Decluttering Your House (Ep. 3)

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INVENTORY: The Key to Effectively Decluttering Your House (Ep. 3)

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Today we talk about how every item in our home is inventory that we have to manage. You're not messy, lazy or unorganized, you're just trying to manage TOO much inventory!
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@TheMinimalMom Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!!! You can find the playlist here: kzfaq.info/sun/PLZ-AWUEixtg3S3V563w8gYFsxyvUd8p1R I hope you have a great day!!! - Dawn

@elizabethfraser2996 Жыл бұрын

I like the quote " They call it a store for a reason "

@ourtribbletribe Жыл бұрын

Mind blown 🤯

@starbrightblue4936 Жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@katelynnuckolls1675 Жыл бұрын

The fact that each of these videos are exactly 10 minutes long is very satisfying 🙆🏻‍♀️

@TheMinimalMom Жыл бұрын

Thank you for noticing, I really can't wait until there is a playlist of ten videos that are all exactly 10:00 minutes each, lol....it's the little things in life! ;)

@daryljohnson9010 Жыл бұрын

It works for me and very well. Thank you.

@MyFocusVaries Жыл бұрын

I loved your videos when I first found your channel years ago, and I am amazed how you manage to keep your channel interesting, fresh and engaging and how you have even improved the presentation quality (when it was already great!). I love your sharp, succinct presentation of such great information. Thank you!

@TheMinimalMom Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this means more than you know!!!

@glo950 Жыл бұрын

These are the exactly SAME words that I wanted to write!! I never get bored watching your videos, Dawn, and listening to your clear and concise explanations. And I appreciate this going back to the basics. Greetings from Italy!

@mariaolker Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about books. I store them all at my local library.

@rmcnally3645 4 сағат бұрын

AMEN TO THIS!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@tgayer1 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, I FINALLY started sorting through my basement full of family photos and memorabilia that date back 120+ years! My simplified home gives me the BANDWIDTH to work on that project! Thanks so much for your encouragement!

@carollane7938 Жыл бұрын

I am working on my garage too. I also have some time to crochet !

@MoveYourMind2 Жыл бұрын

Tgayer1 -That is awesome! Congratulations! I keep looking at my photo piles and walking away. Any tips?

@cherish78748 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! As someone with family items going back the same way, I know how hard it is. They create their own gravitational system. It's so great to know someone in the same position is making such great progress!

@deniseedwards1425 Жыл бұрын

@@MoveYourMind2I’ve got the same challenge. Two large boxes plus loads of albums. Just keep looking and walking away

@sallydansereau1270 Жыл бұрын

Inventory, 5 minutes matter and the silent ToDo list are all concepts I have learned from you Dawn. They have been life changing.

@lwangelsbg Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dawn for bringing up diabetes. I have had to deal with it since I was a child, for over 40 years and it is alot to deal with every day. Simplicity does help. Lowering inventory does help. Thank you for going back to the basics videos.

@janispope4295 Жыл бұрын

My small child getting type 1 doesn’t help me increase anything cognitively because of the amount of mental energy it needs, but it was a huge factor in becoming minimal so I could focus on the diabetes and being ready for an emergency. These videos really help for motivation and useful tips.

@bex438 Жыл бұрын

I can totally relate, I've been diabetic for 40 years this year since I was a child and as you know but others don't/can't realise the 24/7 365 nature of living with this condition as well as dealing with life and all that entails can be debilitatingly (not sure that's a word 🤔) exhausting abd simplifying the things you can really does help 🙂

@terrih5497 Жыл бұрын

Yes, me too! 40 years. So much daily anxiety in spite of the pump and dexcom.

@susanriley5709 7 ай бұрын

You have brought so much “peace” to my life! Thank you!

@andreaharry690 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, your managing inventory revelation was to me what Joshua Becker's neighbor saying, "Did you know you don't have to have all this stuff" was to him.

@lucystrider728 Жыл бұрын

Your idea of seeing all our belongings as inventory is brilliant and causes that "a-ha" moment for anyone struggling with trying to keep a home clean, organized and functional and stressed out chronically because of it, which is probably most people at some point. We all got stuck keeping things that we "might use" and potentially useful and that we like but without thinking about what actually fit reasonably and what we actually use, and that we do not actually have to keep all the extra items-and we SHOULD NOT keep them! I am very grateful to you for this concept!

@MamaKP001 Жыл бұрын

“Inventory” is the concept that has helped me the most too!! THANK YOU! And the freedom gained from the perspective that I’m NOT just a lazy slob of a bad mom, I’m just trying to manage too much. That’s a motivating realization. It even helps me with calendaring! Thank you, Dawn 😄

@jamiekillian4965 Жыл бұрын

Yep and yep!

@constancebailey5133 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, being a diabetic, I just breathed a sigh of relief as you described how we have to be aware of our blood sugar constantly. Thank you for acknowledging that. It's so true. We try to not let it be a heavy weight, so having less stressors in our home (life) is necessary for a better quality of life. Just like the caregivers out there too. Minimalism helps everyone. Keep preaching it, Honey!!! You're making a difference ❤

@rivasoucie Жыл бұрын

Thank you for using the diabetes analogy. This video touched my heart this afternoon. One year ago today my youngest of three entered the children's ER in a life threatening situation at the age of fourteen months old. He was diagnosed with type one diabetes and our lives changed forever. The mental load is almost indescribable. Reducing inventory has always helped me, and for the past year, it has literally saved me. Your videos have lifted me up in ways you can't imagine. My house is so beautiful now, and although it is definitely messy and busy and needs maintenance and decor, I can maintain it. Even when my still-breastfeeding highly food allergic type one toddler needs immediate and constant attention. Or my neuroatypical oldest. Or my middle precious girl. My house and possessions are easy to maintain. Your calling to lift others up is extraordinary. Thank you for everything.

@sowemovedhere Жыл бұрын

I just listened to your podcast yesterday, headed into my special needs son’s room and decluttered two-thirds of his toys. His room is always a disaster, and so I simplified his toys to the ones that I actually see him playing with often. His room feels a lot better now. I had to get honest about which toys were just sentimental, and which ones weren’t realistic for his developmental level. So it was harder than it seemed like it should be.

@tgayer1 Жыл бұрын

How did he react to the change?

@sowemovedhere Жыл бұрын

@@tgayer1 he was fine with it. He went into his room and played with what was there!

@paulaseiple336 Жыл бұрын

Everyone with a chronic physical disability or in pain has the same problem regarding bandwithd as those with diabetes. Thanks for mentioning this because the able-bodied don't realize this.

@TS-bd2vr Жыл бұрын

I love when you talk about inventory and silent To-Do lists!!! Thank you Dawn ❤

@susie5101 Жыл бұрын

Me too! I actually got rid of most of my bedroom furniture that was "silently yelling at me". I was surprised how much relief I felt when it was gone. Most people thought I was crazy, but I've decluttered so much it was empty anyway.

@rdb4996 Жыл бұрын

Same! I found Dawn via her silent to do list concept 😊

@tgayer1 Жыл бұрын

My best friend texted that she felt so relaxed while she was helping her daughter dog sit at a family member’s lake house one weekend. I told her about the concept of the silent to do list and said that when she’s at home, everything she owned was saying, “clean me”, “fix me”, etc. She said that sounded crazy. I think I explained it wrong! 🤣. Or maybe my friend isn’t too bright!

@ERICA850 Жыл бұрын

I have type 1 diabetes, so true. I call diabetes my 5th kid and I only have 4 kids. I recently decluttered my garage wall of totes filled with kids clothes, homeschool activities and toys, decluttered my fantasy self and just in case items in the process. I don't spend my Saturday mornings reorganizing and putting things where they belong. My pool table doesn't get a mountain on top of it of things that I have to put away..

@leslie-annnovitski2543 Жыл бұрын

I wish there was a "love" button! Preach it, Dawn!❤

@applebard Жыл бұрын

As someone who plays video games, the term "inventory" really resonates with me! If I have too much stuff in a game, I can't find what I need when I need it... Just like real life 😂

@melfuz Жыл бұрын

Yeeessssss 🙂

@pinkroses135 Жыл бұрын

I'm overencumbered! I can't move! 😂

@neverforgetmeever Жыл бұрын

So true! You should see my animal crossing island right now, my house storage is full, can’t upgrade it yet so I completely cluttered my island to deal with it later! Lol need to declutter in real life and in game

@valorielynwhitman8531 Жыл бұрын

Love, love, love this concept of inventory along with stage of life. When i was raising my family of seven children, my stage of life was not so much inventory of toys, but of food. I raised and canned a 2-acre garden, butchered all the meat, milked cows, and raised 100 chicken to sell eggs for spending money. My children never went hungry, but often their toys and clothing were lacking. I would be given hand-me-downs that I would remake into clothing that would work for them. I kept my home relatively clean, but food was my biggest priority and "inventory". I only bought salt and canning lids. I say this for prospective. Seasons change. Now I am the retired Grandma working on my "Swedish Death Cleaning." Getting rid of the "skapp" 🇸🇪 or 'stuff" 🇺🇲 that I have accumulated in 70 years, is my priority. I am greatful to manage less and less almost daily. My life has been simplified, and I love having a clean home with only my most beloved items around me. Watching you describe the inventory of a drawer, or container, it is so much easier to understand. Not having to decide what to wear because of simplifying is absolugtely a God-señd. Thank you for your bright, cheerful way of articulating the concepts behind minimalism. And I appreciate the genuine care you give to all of your viewers. You truely want what is best for them. Agape ❤

@simpledeliciousfoodie3476 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, I've always loved your message and I like these 'review' videos because they are more in-depth and full of wisdom. You are a natural! Keep it up, and thank you.

@TheMinimalMom Жыл бұрын

Thank you you, this means more than you know!!!!

@taylorpatz2165 Жыл бұрын

This concept reminds me of grocery shopping in the Dominican Republic. I lived there for a while and when I moved back to the US I found grocery shopping at Walmart and whatnot SO overwhelming. The DR had far less inventory than here in the states and it made shopping a breeze! Now I shop at Aldi and really enjoy their limited inventory.

@cathydavis1877 4 ай бұрын

Handling, handling, handling,& handling! Too much time handling inventory! Great Job! Thanks for the Reminder!

@adamrice1087 Жыл бұрын

What stuck out to me is the phrase current season. This helps me detach from objects by appreciating the seasons of life i was in and ones i currently am in.

@boxhero_official 6 ай бұрын

Yes! 🙌 Too much inventory in our own homes. We enjoyed the video!

@annaideker2265 Жыл бұрын

You have truly impacted my life and the lives of all in my family. It’s been such a journey but I so enjoy your videos. This world teaches us that the more we have the happier we are and I’ve found that couldn’t be further from the truth. Thank you for your videos and inspiration.

@cmeo7642 Жыл бұрын

I call it "decision fatigue" and it truly exists! But you don't realize it until you get rid of the excess!

@BB-sk9hf Жыл бұрын

What you said about diabetes and cognitive load makes so much sense! I have never thought of it this way, thank you ❤

@shiyunwong1487 Жыл бұрын

I like how you took Dana's "clutter threshold" concept and broke it down into parts and explained it really well ❤

@PhoebesWorldProductions Жыл бұрын

*nods* I am definitely trying to manage WAY too much inventory. thank you for this. 😊👍

@KG-le3ss Жыл бұрын

Your loving attitude had a healing impact on my stressed self today! Thank you for your kindness!

@chaosfangirls4477 Жыл бұрын

Even if i could handle much more stuff why should I ? Less inventory means more time for doing nice things instead of cleaning and organizing 😊. Less feels so good!

@angelahagemeyer698 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos, been watching you for years. Got a little busy lately and fell "off the wagon" so to speak and I can tell!! My house just seems messy again and I realize it's time to do a declutter session. My kids have grown a lot since my initial huge purge and without me noticing, we have different things cluttering up our space than before lol. It happens and I think especially when we do get extra busy. This video was timely and as usual you have a way of making me feel ok about letting go of things, which I greatly appreciate. My husband comes from a long line of "tidy hoarders" and he is never on board with getting rid of stuff, BUT I can at least control myself and my kids' inventory. All his mess can stay in his shop 😂. Have a blessed week and thank you! Just watching your video inspired me to go round two on a big declutter. Thanks!

@marnoch4632 Жыл бұрын

Yes!! I tell others about inventory now too! Life changing for me. I’m the daughter of a severe hoarder so clutter has always been the enemy, but I never really knew what was and what wasn’t an appropriate amount of stuff to own as an adult. And this thought took up space in my brain everyday in the same way clutter took space in my home. When you taught us about “inventory” suddenly, I thought differently. Inventory not only made decluttering and tidying easier, but it stopped me wondering and trying to figure out what was the right amount of belongings. And tbh the brain space is what I’m most grateful to you for. Thank you! Eternally grateful, Elspeth

@arealdonut Жыл бұрын

I love the idea of inventory because it creates a kind of detachment between me and my things, it makes decluttering less emotional.

@traceyrees3668 Жыл бұрын

Loving this series, I find it easier to grab 10 minutes to watch. 😘

@abbyo6311 Жыл бұрын

The inventory concept has been life changing for me. Thank you.

@taylorrobbins1853 25 күн бұрын

I love this playlist. Have been a minimalist for years, but there is still new info in these videos for me and good reminder. I appreciate you!

@ljshaw8516 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful Dawn! My Season of Life has absolutely changed, but my brain wants to remain young, I can do it all, and so forth. This has been exceedingly beneficial to our household as our season is....more "mature" lol. Thanks for all your wonderful and helpful hints.

@taylorann7431 Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but I have to say your HAIR IS GORGEOUS!! 🤗The color and cut are my goals! Also heck yes about inventory too 😏

@essvirk3467 11 ай бұрын

By far the best channel to learn about minimalism 🙏🏼….. Thankyou

@ourphone305 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Dawn. I knew you were a gift from God, but today you spoke directly to me. I've been following you for 2 years, implementing your methods, and my life has become easier. In Feb. I was diagnosed with diabetes, and you hit that nail right on the head. It's always on your mind, and because the inventory in the house is less, and it's easier to clean, and less stressful, I've been able to maintain, and focus on improving my situation. THANK YOU! I love you, and hope you have a great day! :)

@marthatreasure9232 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Dawn!! So glad I found you! Now, it’s time to get started on a house full of clutter! ❤

@cindeluc 9 ай бұрын

Inventory and if it's not a definite yes it's a no. Have been two of the greatest things that have helped me declutter my home.

@crystalgattis1073 Жыл бұрын

I started a big junk room clean out a couple months ago. I pulled everything out of the room and it has sat in my living room and dining room since then. Clutter is depressing! I have been listening to you to get the motivation to tackle these mountains. I finally made a start yesterday. Thank you for your encouragement! I am looking forward to developing a low invetory lifestyle.

@user-pz8ii6ce4k 7 ай бұрын

Inventory & the container method & debt free journey w Dave Ramsey… focusing on those 3 ideas have been the trifecta of successful progress across the board with home and finances. Also - love body doubling videos!!

@ck-nk7mg 2 ай бұрын

Agree. And to that list, I would add intermittent fasting for personal health. It has been a game changer.

@juliesieben8148 Жыл бұрын

No wonder I found minimalism when my twins were babies! Definitely cognitive overload! I love the easy way you explain things especially since I'm a kindergarten teacher. Love from MN!

@nancyagrimes 10 ай бұрын

I agree completely with your survey and the concept of inventory has made biggest change in my thought process. While watching a video some time back, I heard you refer to your stuff you were decluttering as inventory and I thought on my gosh, inventory, yes! It depersonalizes your stuff so it is easier to part with it, I think. It is no longer “your stuff”, but just inventory. Brilliant. It has made a huge difference in how I see what I have and made it easier to let it go. Thank you for that.

@allthingsmotherhood3206 Жыл бұрын

Great reminders! Since following you about a year ago, we have successfully gotten rid of I’d say 75 to 80% of our stuff. I feel like I’m much better mother and wife, and I finally have time to Enjoy my life. I can enjoy my time with my family and I can also enjoy alone time because I’m not constantly thinking about cleaning. Thank you for the great video!

@johnangelformby106 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, you are so smart!! I think about the inventory idea all the time…

@jessicavergara1932 21 күн бұрын

These videos are fantastic. Clearly a lot of thought and care put into the structure and delivery of the information. I also really appreciate the science that you include to support these ideas (personally, they are at least REMINDERS of why it’s important that I do this. I have ADHD and mum to a 4 year old. I’ve slowly discovered that the less that I have, the easier it is to maintain a tidy home and thus clear, healthy mind. But you break down these ideas so well, thank you 🙏

@carolinathaihealingarts7857 Жыл бұрын

Love this video so much! Thank you for the science behind why I feel better in an organized space and why mess makes me feel messy and disorganized!

@robinj4866 Жыл бұрын

WISDOM...is found in this clip

@Rev_Kim_Love Жыл бұрын

Thank YOUS! You've helped me immensely, shifting my perspectives❤🤗❤

@SageGypsy Жыл бұрын

I am moving in eight months! Hoping this video helps me get started packing and most important keeping the stuff packed!

@goodbyeblueskykr Жыл бұрын

Dawn you can talk about potatoes and we will very happy to hear you. You are so lovely. Thank you for all your knowledge. Greetings from México!!

@pyguy9915 10 ай бұрын

dad checking in, very helpful and relatable video

@inspiteofbecauseof4745 Жыл бұрын

Yes, to everything you said. We do a combo of inventory by numbers or by the space/container. Instead of “5” play shirts, we may determine how many comfortably fit and can be kept easily organized in that specific drawer.

@ellenmendoza3884 Жыл бұрын

You literally CHANGED my life Dawn. The moment I watched your video about CHANGING MINDSET, that was where the MAGIC in my LIFE started. Thank you Dawn, I love you I hope you reach EVERYONE specially moms like me who needs truly LIFE-CHANGING ideas to become BETTER. I always feel your HEART everytime you talk it always seems YOU SEE US and YOU FEEL US. YOU ARE INDEED A BLESSING TO US ALL... THANK YOU! ❤❤❤

@junelovvorn3221 Жыл бұрын

I loved this video Dawn. You have helped me so much and I will continue watching you. I love you and your sweet Family.❤❤❤

@debbiekelly-snow3868 Жыл бұрын

We recently did our 6 month reorganize/ clean our entire house. What a great feeling!

@lizzabbott Жыл бұрын

Yes , Dawn ! I live how you have made me aware of Inventory. And Bandwidth, too!!

@annecarter5181 Жыл бұрын

Love this series! Especially since each episode covers just one issue. 😊

@HannahRainbow88 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant reminder, thank you! I'm loving the "back to basics" videos too 💗👏

@aleithea2715 10 ай бұрын

Dawn, your videos are indeed life changing. Just keep repeating that the inventory must be kept to a minimal, because it must. I have now reached the stage where decluttering and making every space in my home look beautiful has actually become a hobby for me. It is so exciting to see the difference that even 5 minutes work can make.

@trebmaster Жыл бұрын

Gotta love Dawn's extra enunciation when she says "imporTanT".

@A-R-I-A-D-N-E 9 ай бұрын

This reasoning never even entered my mind. I was starting to worry about medical conditions because my memory is much worse than it used to be. But back then, I didn't have to look after an entire household and my job was much less stressful. I've ditched the job (which comes with its own stress 😅) but once I get settled in I'll definitely look at our inventory. I've been trying to declutter my closet for a while now, but have only managed a few areas due to lack of time

@daisybuchanan5378 Жыл бұрын

Your wisdom has helped me reduce my inventory and re-discover the time and energy to enjoy sewing for charity, and gardening, but still waiting to enjoy cooking again ! I’m so grateful Dawn.

@brg2743 Жыл бұрын

If the inventory doesn't fit in the container, there's too much stuff.

@briashubert2489 Жыл бұрын

Yes! This has been a game changer! I love that you say everything is inventory & do you want to "manage this?" Most of the time i tell myself no! I do not want to manage it! I have gotten rid of SO MUCH! Great advice! ❤

@theluckycharms8437 Жыл бұрын

Oh my. I can totally recall when I first heard of this concept from you!

@MChungKauai Жыл бұрын

Great idea, lowering our home inventory! Thank you for sharing this concept! 😊

@karig6674 Жыл бұрын

Of all the spins you've put on decluttering I've always thought your verbiage of inventory was your claim to fame. It really changes perspective more than any other trick in my opinion. Now...your fridge and freezer in the video are exactly what I've been working towards. It took years to realize buying new things for my family to try was a waste of money and cluttered up the freezer/fridge so I didn't have room for the items we do eat regularly. I'm gradually purging and being very selective of what gets bought. I think you could do a video again on fridge organization and thoughtful food purchases.

@laurieflorance8591 Жыл бұрын

Celiac Disease is also something that seems to also require an awareness of what we are consuming. I had never thought of that contributing to my cognitive load.

@lornawaitt9175 7 ай бұрын

Love this video, thank you. You are keeping my inspiration going and reminding me to take action. Love the idea of a life having seasons, - a great way of looking at it. Thank you Dawn x😊

@nrgltwrkr2225 Жыл бұрын

Got one garbage bag full of clothes done! It's a start! Thank you!!!

@kakylong2 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, Great video. I've really been thinking about this a lot lately & I talked to my Hubby about setting down & writing down every food item we have in our house & starting meal planning. 😊

@emmelia-6068 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Dawn and everyone ♥ thanks for this video. Your concept of managing inventory has been so helpful!

@annebuyze-smith4191 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your well thought out and well researched videos! Would you consider doing a capsule meal plan video? Everyone talks about capsule wardrobes but I have trouble finding info about capsule meal plans. Thanks!

@meredithkaliszbaldwin1505 Жыл бұрын

YES TO ALL THE THINGS!!! Working on it! I will watch a video and then go to something. Thanks for the motivation!

@locuyennguyen2538 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. The inventory mindset is really cool!

@susankultys7745 Жыл бұрын

I love this video and you Dawn❤️ I do find I am stressed and more anxious when there is clutter. I have done a lot of decluttering since finding your channel. I am currently decluttering my recipe book cabinet. I put it off, because I love recipe books and cooking. I have more to go on that. Because I have decluttered and simplified so many other areas I have the bandwidth to do this. I thank you so much Dawn for all of your help❤️

@tgayer1 Жыл бұрын

I don’t collect recipe books, but I recently sorted through my recipe book, my loose recipes, my mom’s recipes, and the recipes and books belonging to my grandma and great aunts. I got everything whittled down to my recipe book (with some of their recipes added), which I created new dividers and tabs for, and just a couple of sentimental cookbooks.

@alishajennings2013 Жыл бұрын

I got eid of my scrapbooking stuff a while ago after carrying it around for years of not using it. I found that I made the correct decision bc now I have new different hobbies than I had before.

@peggyengstrom8253 Жыл бұрын

These back to basic videos are great! I've been really enjoying the refresher and reminders. You are amazing at what you do.

@victoriamccartie 8 ай бұрын

I've actually started making an inventory of all my things, you suddenly realise how many multiples of things you have! This video was exactly what I was looking for, fantastic reasons why it'll be worth doing! Thank you 🙏

@Emma-vq8no Жыл бұрын

Dawn I want to thank you so much for your videos. I have only been watching for a week and already got rid of 8 bin bags, 4 big bags of paper and 1 1/2 bags of clothes (more to come). I have mental health issues and my house being cluttered has appeared to affect my cognitive load and definitely my memory so here's hoping that getting rid of all this STUFF is going to help. By doing this little bit of decluttering so far, I have found I feel much better and have found I want to get up and clear even more clutter when last week (before finding your videos) I just felt like I couldn't find the motivation to do anything at all and felt I had an elephant sitting on me when I needed the get up to do just a drink. Thank goodness I found your videos, you are amazing 😍 x

@chloebelle4923 Жыл бұрын

you're doing GREAT -- wow!

@pattyclements5149 Жыл бұрын

My goal for Thursday was to sort through my shoes and reduce the number I have using your rules such as do they "really fit"? When was the last time I wore them? Do they make me smile? I struggled a bit with but they are so cute! Realized that if cute doesn't fit, I'm not going to wear them. I filled a box with around 15 pair of shoes many that I simply avoided wearing because I really wasn't comfortable in them. I cannot explain why I kept them so long! So nice to have them gone! Thank you so much for sharing what you've learned with all of us!

@MsBlodge Жыл бұрын

Finally gave up on some craft items that I'll likely never get to. That t-shirt quilt from college shirts, other random things from cool fabric i found, etc. Feels great not to just open up space but also take those items off the to-do list!

@alexisquinn2784 Жыл бұрын

So right you are Dawn; inventory control is a cornerstone of feeling able to care for oneself and one’s home. I have used inventory control as a form of long term Swedish death cleaning to untether myself from the past and greater enjoy daily living. A very useful post. Thank you for your thoughtful content.

@theluckycharms8437 Жыл бұрын

Yes! The idea of INVENTORY has altered the way we think about the content of our homes! ❤❤❤

@loveandfuzzydusters Жыл бұрын

I just finished my first round of decluttering and oh boy is it hard to get rid of stuff! I am so glad I found your channel because my house has never felt so easy to manage. Wish me luck as I go in to peel the second layer of my onion. Less is definitely better and easier!!!❤

@susankultys7745 Жыл бұрын

You go girl- you can do it

@sandradowd6732 Жыл бұрын

I used to work in retail and using inventory in my home makes since to me, I am loving less Arround the home and am working on the hidden areas that I forget about.closets, drawers oh and my garage is next🤦.Thanks Dawn.

@Paleo-mama Жыл бұрын

Dawn, I love your family ❤️ I have 3 boys and I’m 8 months pregnant with baby #4 (the oldest is 4) I found you when I was pregnant with my third baby and I will NEVER go back. We are on the 3rd round of decluttering (I didn’t even know at the time that this was called “the onion method”) thanks for all you do. You saved me.

@Raising_Arrowsx5 Жыл бұрын

Thats so funny that this video popped up today. I went shopping yesterday and instead of grabbing a big bag of carrots, I bought just what I needed in the single carrots and celery so that I didnt waist the rest of the unused bag. I always have so much in my fridge and so much goes bad.

@NancyThecheerfulheart Жыл бұрын

I don’t know what it was but this video made me go on a rampage in my house and through every cabinet in my kitchen and just got rid of the extra the extra bowls, the extra utensils, the extra spatulas. Again, I don’t know what it was but thank you for continuously giving us great content.

@janethunt4037 Жыл бұрын

Loved everything you said. You just made me realize that caring for our elderly dog is taking a toll on my emotional energy. I'm home more because of him, and that has given me time to declutter in short spurts.

@miriambair Жыл бұрын

My husband said he recently heard someone say they could declare back log bankruptcy. So with all of those crafts or videos you mean to watch or whatever.