*MASSIVE* Storage Closet DECLUTTER

MASSIVE Storage Closet DECLUTTER | Before and After

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3 ай бұрын

**Yes, I forgot to add the "after" results! I am SOO sorry. You can click here to see the before and after shots: / @reallifewithali . You will probably have to scroll to when I posted it around March 27, 2024. I have also added it into this video here: • The Ultimate WHOLE HOU... **
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@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Watch here next for more 15 minutes declutters: kzfaq.info/sun/PLJiIADgfo6nl4MRj8-9agIf83skHPaPiu&si=i_L_FkOvNzfpi0Q8

@cantocant2346 3 ай бұрын

Such a rewarding shot of all the things leaving your house! I always feel so much lighter after a declutter.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I definitely feel a lot lighter!

@shirleygermain5707 3 ай бұрын

I am one of those people that would have done the whole room at once. When I start doing something, I have to finish. Lol, I blame my mother. Lol

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Yeah, me too. I just wanted to show a way to declutter that isn’t overwhelming to some people. ❤️

@danabrown2391 3 ай бұрын

me too!

@toniawhitaker9697 3 ай бұрын

Yes! Just thinking about leaving it unfinished stresses me out. There's no way I could've done that in 15 min increments. If I stop once I get started I probably won't get back to it 😊

@Xiroi87 3 ай бұрын

This is about progress, not perfection, it's not about doing all in one go or nothing at all but about understanding that something is better than nothing. Perfectionism is not a good thing.

@DH-wq3mo 2 ай бұрын

Sometimes all you have is 15 minutes. She is showing that you can still accomplish big tasks in small bites. I say bravo!

@danabrown2391 3 ай бұрын

Alo, you do such a great job of decluttering, explaining your process but not spending too much time on it and excellent editing! You deserve a LOT more subscribers!!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Aww, thank you! You made my day. ❤️

@paulineward2068 3 ай бұрын

I agree, I've thought that for a long time

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

@@paulineward2068 Thank you! ❤️

@DH-wq3mo 2 ай бұрын

Yes you do! Thank you for not cutting to annoying music every couple minutes!😊

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

@@DH-wq3mo Thank you! ❤

@jennyjenkins877 3 ай бұрын

Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Simply amazing. My life has improved so much ever since putting perfectionism (and the accompanying procrastination) aside to tackle big projects like this in manageable chunks. To the people saying they could never leave the task in the incomplete state after 15 minutes, they don't understand the freedom that comes with your method. My spare room was a mess for so long back when I had that 'all or nothing' mindset. When I finally gave myself permission to start in just 1 corner, I could handle it without experiencing pain or decision fatigue. It probably got finished a lot sooner than if I thought I couldn't do it any other way than all at once. It doesn't necessarily have to be done on separate days either. You can do 2 or more sessions in a day but it's definitely beneficial to take breaks to recharge both mentally and physically. Some people just have such busy lives that carving out 15 minutes in a day is the only option.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Yes! I love it! Thank you for your comments. It’s so true!

@cynthiaslebodnik6945 3 ай бұрын

I would put a board over the tub if you're not going to use it. Then you could put some shelves above it to store whatever is going in the room. My son has a guest room that had years of stuff cluttering it. He took all the books and put them in the library, boxing up almost a dozen boxes to be donated. Now he's able to finish the room. What can be done when you put your mind to it.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Smart! That is a really good idea! Thanks!

@rmf4 3 ай бұрын

Decluttering in bite size chuncks is how I've been tackling my house.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

It works great, doesn’t it?

@dianewilliams1403 3 ай бұрын

Hi Ali. Just wanted to say that your donations are someone’s blessing. Thank you for your videos.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@user-oi3de3ze9h 3 ай бұрын

Definitely donate the pieces for the carpet cleaner. Great idea for the 15 timer for each day

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@gloriaelswood8762 3 ай бұрын

You are an inspiration! I love you 15 minute declutters!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@karencherne7050 3 ай бұрын

I set a timer also, so I don't get overwhelmed! Looks great!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! ❤️

@paulineward2068 3 ай бұрын

So inspiring as usual. I would love to see what the room looks like now. Thank you for sharing your thought process as you declutter x

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh! I totally forgot to edit that in. I realized I forgot to edit another thing in too. Oops!

@nolasavedmysoul 3 ай бұрын

Whenever I have something that is broken in some form, I list it for free on the local classifieds online and there are always people who want those things. That way, it doesn’t just get thrown out if you donate it and they see it’s broken and assume it doesn’t work anymore.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

That’s smart! Next time for sure.

@PeaceHouseArt 2 ай бұрын

Your community members in your local Buy Nothing Facebook group would really appreciate the donations over just dropping things off at goodwill! Guarantee someone would be incredibly grateful for the wonky vacuum!

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Yes that is true and I considered it. Sometimes I just need it gone immediately and that is how I was feeling. I actually don’t donate to goodwill. It’s a place our church owns. They donate a LOT of stuff to people in need. And they hire people who may have a hard time getting jobs otherwise.

@coletteaverill7417 2 ай бұрын

You did a pretty great job! Manageable and no stress. I'm in the process of practicing Swedish Death Cleaning. I think you're too young for that. I encourage you to continue. You seem to still be stuck on "I may do something with this someday." Let it all go. If you need something like it later, buy it. Your tastes will have probably changed. You will be at a different place in your life. Great job!!!

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

It’s true! I do get stuck on that. 😬

@jasminhuber7573 3 ай бұрын

I try this 15 Min. Method 👍🥰 thanks for sharing Jasmin 🌺🌷

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@GracieD1970 2 ай бұрын

Great video. I like doing anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes maintenance on areas, as I'm pretty organized to begin with. I've been there when you take your items off to be donated, and you're second guessing your decisions, but in the end you know if feels good and a big weight has been lifted.

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@christinedisneyqueen5746 3 ай бұрын

I love the finished look…just space. 😊 You did an amazing job! 💜

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@leezasims9959 3 ай бұрын

Wow that was really impressive. So much accomplished in such a short amount of time. You are very good at letting go of things. That’s the key. Well done 🎉

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@bethhusted1111 3 ай бұрын

Your a great inspiration to me to work on my closet which is very hard because everything seems to be sentimental. Not that I use it or need it don’t know what to do with it.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Sentimental clutter is hard. I wish you luck! ❤️

@barbstormo7030 3 ай бұрын

Wow Ali! You are a rock star doing all that work in basically 45 minutes! I know it’s tough getting rid of some things that you paid for, never used and then donated! I have had to do the same thing. I hope you have a great day!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@abundantlyinspired 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic job!!!🎉🎉 It's always such a great feeling to let go of useless and unused things!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

@Snitzler4710 3 ай бұрын

If you’re going to use the vacuum, keep it. If not, donate it. You can use a small bungee cord to keep it upright. Your decluttering exercise was a success!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip! I did donate it. 😬

@aneidadelapaz3766 2 ай бұрын

⏳️ I did it today while I watched your vid.

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Yay! 👏🏻

@Judy122550 3 ай бұрын

I am a new subscriber. I am going to watch every video you put up in the past I missed, I love how you declutter. I will be doing the same thank you. You make sense out of how you declutter. I followed many others,but you to me by far is the best for me! Have a lovely rest of the week !

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you! You made my day. ❤️

@traceyjardine7002 3 ай бұрын

Is there a vacuum shop near you? Ours takes old vacuums for parts, and carpet cleaners, as well. I just found your channel recently. I love your 15 minute declutters! Thanks for doing this series!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

That would have been smart!

@gaelledailylife 3 ай бұрын

Good job! Bisous de France 😘

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@magdadymek3225 3 ай бұрын

the frames are so cute! please use it!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! If I were better at decorating and actually putting decor up, I totally would!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I just realized I forgot to edit in the final result (thanks Pauline for reminding me)! So sorry! I’ll post it on my community page. This link should take you to my community page: kzfaq.info/love/P5MdDPkn5rv7ZsNx5hi6Xgcommunity

@katiecauffman1902 3 ай бұрын

What is your community page

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

@@katiecauffman1902 This link should take you there. But you can also do it another way (for future reference). If you click on my channel name under my video, it will pull up my channel page. From there, there is a tab that says community. kzfaq.info/love/P5MdDPkn5rv7ZsNx5hi6Xgcommunity

@marietighe2602 3 ай бұрын

Use the wooden lids as chopping boards or platters for cheese and fruit

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I never thought of that. Thanks!

@kaymack5304 3 ай бұрын

Ahhh…I love decluttering! So satisfying. Unfortunately my husband and son have hoarding tendencies so I have to be sneaky about it and can’t get rid of everything that I would heave. Sigh

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I’m sorry! That has to be hard. ❤️

@itsjennnasworld1692 3 ай бұрын

@5:15 use the lids as a decorative 'tray' to make use in case you do ever change it up and want the lids for the containers

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Good idea!

@alanbirkner1958 3 ай бұрын

We're in a 2BR apartment near Chicago. I toss, recycle, or give away at least 20 items each day. I do lots of crafts, my husband and daughter are disabled. They have their own stacks of books, tchotchkes, and hobby materials. They hand me items to donate. Tina, Al's wife

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Hi Tina! It sounds like you have a good system going. Nice work!

@sazzlekaz 3 ай бұрын

I’d donate the carpet cleaner - it still works and someone else can make good use of it. I had a similar problem with a carpet cleaner that I lent to a friend and when I got it back, it never stood up again!

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Oh no! I did donate it! Thanks!

@rayeof_light 3 ай бұрын

With the carpet cleaner, I'd post it in my local buy nothing group or on Facebook marketplace (for free). I've gotten rid of so much stuff that way 😅 I set it outside, someone comes by and I don't have to see or talk to anyone lol

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Good idea! I’ve done that several times before.

@erinstine 2 ай бұрын

@erinstine 7 minutes ago Great job! Unrelated: I love that V neck blue/green shirt on you! Where did u get it?

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Sams club! It was around $10, too!

@annw1395 3 ай бұрын

I am a suckered for containers, and I would have hung onto those storage bins and clear containers since you're still working on decluttering and organizing. As you rearrange areas, you might like some of them. But they can pile up. Hang up your family photos. They were nice. I would never throw away something that worked except for one part. Donate it, and explain why.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I kept most of the containers! I keep current family photos up in our living room already. The ones I decluttered are old. Thanks for watching!

@erinsempire_13 3 ай бұрын

Do you have a vacuum repair shop near you?

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Possibly, but I already donated it! I probably should have thought about that first.

@KTplease 2 ай бұрын

The 15 minute rule doesn’t quite work for The Doom Room (as I call mine) because the stuff has to be pulled out to be sorted and then gets in the way until the next time I can declutter.

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

I get that. Have you tried Dana K White’s method?

@madhubagla8049 5 күн бұрын

Most of the things sent for donation ends up in landfills. Would it not be better to put in on the curb with a free sign?

@reallifewithali 4 күн бұрын

I have often done that before, too. I do know that the where I donate they send unsold items to humanitarian relief efforts around the world or are recycled, if possible.

@TheSUPERHAPPY1 2 ай бұрын

Would you ever turn it into a functional bathroom? even if just a toilet

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Not likely! We already have toilet downstairs and don’t need another. 😬

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Not likely! We already have toilet downstairs and don’t need another. 😬

@louisedillon6797 3 ай бұрын

Ask the donate store. Put a sign on it that says it works but doesn’t stay upright.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Good idea!

@annrae1597 2 ай бұрын

Some guy may know how to fix the carpet cleaner..pin a note on it to explain it needs a new part to hold it upright.

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Good idea. Thanks!

@queenmarynovelwriter5397 3 ай бұрын

You got rid of so much stuff, you should be proud.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@MaryEavey-dc3sk 2 ай бұрын

I would donate the carpet cleaner but put a note on it that the only thing that is wrong with it is that it won't stand up by itself

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Good idea! Thanks!

@jillh.9617 3 ай бұрын

Love= underwear for Christmas 🙂

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

You know it! Haha. Gotta fill up those stockings with cheap stuff! 😆

@becca377 3 ай бұрын

I’d put the wet vac on fb marketplace for free or a local buy nothing group, someone will want it

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion!

@sassyslsgrl 3 ай бұрын

For the cleaner , I would still donate with a taped note that the only broken thing is it's ability to stand.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Good idea! Thanks.

@AnneHathaway-jy8vp 2 ай бұрын

Not sure if my comment went through , thx

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

This one did. 😬

@angelaweathersbee1334 3 ай бұрын

Donate the floor cleaner

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I did! Thanks.

@kimberlylamitie2869 3 ай бұрын

I totally wouldn’t be able to shut my brain off without completing it. 😢

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I used to be like that too. It’s taken some practice!

@marietighe2602 3 ай бұрын

Contact the company of the carpet cleaner for a spare part

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

That would have been a good idea, but the part was attached to the entire vacuum. You'd have to replace the main portion of the vacuum.

@angec9908 2 ай бұрын

To answer you question: Yes. My entire house 😬

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

Well, that’s why you’re here, right?! You can do it.

@marietighe2602 3 ай бұрын

Put the tree in the basement

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

This is in my basement. 😬

@danabrown2391 3 ай бұрын

Ali, not Alo!

@CammyHell 3 ай бұрын

Why can’t the bathroom get finished? You just don’t need it?

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Yes, we don’t need it. We have 1 bathroom down there already next to the 2 bedrooms. This bathroom is next to my husbands office and it just isn’t necessary. And I don’t have to clean another bathroom!

@CammyHell 3 ай бұрын

@@reallifewithali that’s great!! What will you use it for now that it’s cleaned out?

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

Just storage. I’m hoping to maybe put in some shelves to maximize the space. Now I have more room to hide Christmas presents. 😬 But if it stays the way it is now, I would be totally happy!

@theresachristian4246 3 ай бұрын

Toss it

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I did! 👏🏻

@heathercreates8406 3 ай бұрын

I'd put the carpet cleaner on the classifieds for free.

@reallifewithali 3 ай бұрын

I considered that. 🤔

@colettenewell4634 2 ай бұрын

Liked that uou showed going to the donation centre but you didn’t show any before and after pictures. Disappointing

@reallifewithali 2 ай бұрын

I did show the before, but I know I totally forgot to show the after! I was so mad at myself. www.youtube.com/@reallifewithali/community If you scroll down a little ways on this, I posted a before and after!