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This is where I'm going to start. My mental health is suffering so bad, and my apartment looks like a depressed person lives here. Dishes look like science experiments, half empty cups of drinks. Maybe waking up and falling asleep in a clean bedroom will help me get motivated to clean other rooms. Your videos never disappoint.

"Cleaning for myself, for my own peace of mind." - I believe in this mindset. Thank you for the pep talk, Cas!

Hey Cass, I came back to this video to tell you how this mindset shift has drastically improved my home life! Honestly, I thought it was crazy - clean your room first? Ridiculous lol. But I feel like I've tried so many things to get control of my home, & they haven't worked, so might as well try this. In the last few weeks, I've kept my room clean & have noticed a lot of changes. I wasn't mad or frustrated with the mess in my house & having to clean up after others; I would clean with no negative thoughts. I was more relaxed at bedtime. Guess what? My husband noticed my change, and has been cleaning without me asking!! My kids don't fight back when I ask them to do something! My whole household has stepped up to support what I want, so I don't have to nag. It feels like we are a team now, instead of me doing it all on my own. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I've never felt better or been happier :)

Lol, I can remember as a kid completely covering myself from head to toe with the blankets to protect against bad things that might be under the bed. I still can't sleep without a quilt, but as a 50 year old woman, it's a breathable all cotton quilt, and one foot out. Also, a little fan on the night stand helps too.

Mind blown! 🤯 I think this concept of ‘my own tidy space that I deserve’ is gonna be a game changer for me! Once again….Cas, you are my hero!!! 💖😉

Totally agree. When my room is cluttered or disheveled, I feel bogged down and overwhelmed

I was organizing my whole apartment this week but I still felt so stressed and then I finally focused on my bedroom and so much weight was taken off my shoulders . I been doing the 15 min cleaning everything a day everyday and deep cleaning one room a day. I also started going to sleep and making sure I leave the sink clean and kitchen clean and it feels amazing waking up to a clean kitchen . It been making enjoy cleaning a lot

My room is ALWAYS the last place to get cleaned. I can't wait to try this mindset shift!! Also - you're not alone with the blanket thing. I can't fall asleep without a blanket covering my neck, cause ya know, that'll stop vampires

Thank you for this! My bedroom is a disaster right now, and I had planned to tackle another part of the house today. But, I’m going to focus instead on the bedroom. I just spent 2 weeks traveling, and love coming back every night to a clean room, with a neatly made bed. It’s one of my favorite things about traveling. I don’t know why I never thought to recreate this same experience at home! So, today is the day. Thanks for turning that light on in my brain! And, vampires… sheet and blanket(s) up to my chin wards off the vampires…which totally works because I have never been bitten while sleeping!

The blanket is like getting a hug which was how we felt safe as little kids. Many people who need a weighted blanket are those that especially need the feeling of a hug and safety to fall asleep so the blanket thing makes total sense! Time to focus more on my room now, I’ve got other areas pretty well under control with routines, decluttering, and even paint touch ups, etc. Guess I went backwards to this idea. Bedroom is getting the bulk of my summer break attention this week!

This video was like therapy! I have just been scraping by with housework and feeling it. My only goal is to keep it "not disgusting." Because clutter is okay,gross is not. It's a pretty low standard, but it's attainable ; ) And you're right. My room is where I hide everything when people come over. I do put myself last. I don't hide things in my kids room when people come over ,because then I would be a "bad mother." Anyway, I really needed to hear this. Thankyou💜Thankyou🧡Thankyou💙 For 30 days, I will commit to making my room a sanctuary.

You are so right! I’ve had 3 years of tragedy and loss and it is reflected in the state of my home! I lost my granddaughter to SIDS and my daughter to suicide. It’s time to work on healing, and this is the place for me to begin! Thank you!

You are so right! I redid a bedroom in my home recently for myself and it is the most put together, orderly room in the house. It feels like a sanctuary for me. I always catch a family member (we are 6) standing at the doorway to my room admiring it...I always say, "don't be jealous!"...Lol I make my bed right away after getting up in the mornings and hang my pj's on a hook in the closet specifically attached for that purpose btw. The KEY is to have a place for everything and everything in its place and keep your surfaces decluttered. Think about what you want in your room and plan accordingly. I sometimes stand at the doorway to admire it also, it motivates me to want the rest of my home looking as put together as my bedroom. This is the first time I have been able to finish a room exactly the way I wanted and it feels like such a great accomplishment...it feels great being in that room. It will be easier to do the rest of the house as my family now can see what I am trying to accomplish with the rest of the house. On to another room! Side note: I did this in stages starting the day after Memorial Day...it took me about six weeks to finish. I do go through days of feeling very sad and depressed, but I fight through it trying to keep busy and doing something I look forward to. Having this room done the way I wanted it, with my stuff, helps me to feel like taking better care of myself, like I need to keep doing good things for myself...I matter too. Do something good for yourself!

A clean orderly bedroom is a must for me! Thank you for reenforcing this! When I was 4 or 5 years old, my cousin was spending the night with us. We were laying on my bed, staring out into the dark backyard. He asked me if I knew what was out there in the dark. I was naming all the obvious stuff: trees, grass, garage, and so on. Then he said, “ Know what else? KIDNAPPERS! (He really emphasized that, so I did!) I am now 70 years old and to this day I have to sleep with a nightlight on so I won’t be kidnapped!😂🤣

I actually took this advice and got out all the decorating stuff I was storing for my bedroom for "after everything else in the house is perfect". I've been doing a little each day and it's bringing me so much joy.

Your explanation for not “cleaning for other people” is so relatable. Sometimes I do clean to feel better and I always feel like “im cleaning because I should/have to”

Love this video! One of my best memories as a child was coming home after staying with my cousins and my Mom had repainted my room and totally cleaned it and organized it. I couldn’t wait to wake up every morning to see how beautiful it was. It totally makes sense to start in the bedroom to make it a restful and organized space. I will be working on that today. Thank you

I’m right there with you Cas, I can’t sleep without my blanket on either plus my feet can’t be uncovered no matter how hot I get. I totally understand about those hot flashes at night.

This is such an on time video! I was so upset yesterday as I’ve been on my organization this year. And you literally took the words out of my mouth!!! “Feeling disrespected (and unappreciated) by family” wow. Thank you!!!

Watching this has me feeling like you really get me. Like you know me. When you mentioned focusing on the common areas first just to end up feeling frustrated and disrespected, I started crying. That’s exactly how I have felt. I feel like I’ve been drowning in clutter and chaos and I feel defeated. I am going to try it your way and start in my room. I’m going to also have to set boundaries with my kids. This ripped off a bandaid and I realize that I also have some healing to do and some things to work through from my childhood to be the best version of myself for me but also for my children. Thank you for help me (and so many others) in ways beyond what you could ever imagine. I am forever grateful.

You are so right about this. And when I don’t want to put my clean clothes away, I do it 15 mins at a time. And that is what works for me.

You absolutely hit the nail on the head! I feel disrespected and taking advantage of. You have really gave me some tips to help me get over this funk I'm feeling. Thank you so much 💓

This video totally spoke to me. I felt like you were reading my exact thoughts. Constantly cleaning to make an appearance in those high traffic areas for everyone else except for myself and then my own bedroom, my office/craft room was a last priority. So I gave up. I stopped cleaning and stopped caring bc I felt nobody else cared so why should I. Seems only I was the only one in my family that cared about things having a home. So I stopped. And now I am hitting that reset button and doing this for me. Not anyone else. But for me. My home, my entire home is my haven and I am doing this for me. And starting with my bedroom first bc yes that is my retreat. Thank you for you!!! 💜

I recognized a long time ago that this was the key. Over the years, I have removed everything that's not necessary & it's amazing how much better I feel when I'm in my bedroom. Thanks for these great tips on living a better life.

I didn't know WHY it actually worked this time I decided to declutter my home, until you pointed it out for me in this video. I did exactly this - I started with my own bedroom. I feel calm and free from clutter and I actually make my bed every morning (well ok, every day) - and it is as it has affected my approach to my entire home. I deserve a nice and tidy place to live in. (And no - you are NOT alone!!)

You’re not alone finding comfort with a heavy blanket! I think it’s a primal feeling of being protected from predators like Kruger. I’ve been like this since I was a kid. I like a heavy blanket, but also to stay cool so I’ll have a fan blowing over me. 😝 Also, thanks for being a motivator to putting myself first when I clean my house. I’m such an obligatory cleaner. Thanks, Cass!!!

This is so absolutely true!! My house was a complete clutter clusterf***! Then I decided enough is enough because our bedroom looked the worst and had the most piles piled up in it. I redid our whole bedroom with a makeover and then took it step by step and room by room after that. It’s still a work in progress for the rest of the house with our 4 kids, but certainly going in the right direction! 💪🏻💪🏻 Thanks for all of your inspiration Cas!!!! Love you! And always love your funny stories!!! 😍😍

This brought tears to my eyes. Everything you said is so true for me as a mum of 4 kiddos. This vlog has helped so much. I will be making the bedroom a cleaning priority. Mil gracias.

This is the pep talk I didn't know I needed but realize how badly I did. I walk through telling myself I'll get to it "tomorrow " with countless tomorrow's having come and gone. Making it a priority today- at least get some of it started!

OMG...I'm in the exact same mind set when it comes to the need for heavy blankets even when it is too warm for it. I thought I was the only crazy person feeling this way. I put a foot out too, which gives some temporary relief but the thought of someone coming in and grabbing it makes me quickly move it back in and stay uncomfortably warm. That is too crazy!!

I took your advice & started in my bedroom today!! Made cleaning the kitchen easier & the house feels lighter!

Oh my goodness, I feel the exact same way. I am going through early menopause and by the time I wake up in the morning I am drenched, but I can't bring myself to sleep without my blanket because I terrified that something is going to get me in the night. I literally sleep with the blanket pulled up over my head. Thank you for letting me know I'm not the only one that feels like this.

I’m at home sick with Covid and stuck in my bedroom and laying here thinking…I can’t wait until I feel better because I need to clean my room! Your videos always make me laugh out loud sick or not. 😂 Thank goodness I finally got over needing the heavy blanket, but I totally understand what your saying! 😬 Thanks for the laugh!

🥰🤣🤪 Gurrl! This was one of the best sessions I've ever heard on KZfaq! Respecting ourselves is so important to who we want to be. After you get your bedroom right, then throw away all the old worn and torn items and cover yourself in someting nice during all those hours you actually spend with yourself and your loved ones. 😍 You ARE precious Sunshine! Thank you from the bottom of my heart gurrlfriend and Blessings 🙏

I needed to hear this so much lately. I have been resenting everyone for not helping me clean the house, but if I take the time to clean it, I can breathe more. I have been working on self-care a lot these last couple of months after having baby #4 and I haven't been making any headway. But I think this will help.

Man, did you hit the nail on the head. I felt like you were speaking directly to me because I’m struggling with all of this. I live alone, but the inability to get started is paralyzing. Thank you!

I'm with you on the blanket, and it's perfectly logical. I don't believe in ghosts per se, but I grew up in a house where weird stuff would just happen. It is a known fact that a substantial blanket is your best weapon when deploying the "if I can't see them, they can't see me" defense maneuver. And if I get hot, then I just send the piggies to the air conditioned mall and wish them the best of luck. I see no flaw in this logic.

Cas, I just love you! You completely crack me up with your, 'for those of you who've stayed around to the end' stories! Now, that you have my undivided attention, it's time to shut the computer off and go clean and beautify my bedroom!💕😊

You are so right! I always start my clean in the bedroom...its my sanctuary! It is mine alone and I keep it tidy always. You are amazing! Thank you for your wonderful tips and hints!

I can't sleep so I'm watching this at 1am 😅 I struggle to keep my bedroom in any sort of order but I've found that just fresh bedding and open windows makes a huge difference to how clean and relaxing the room feels 😊

I love your stories so much that I talk to my husband about you. And because you are so relatable, you make me wanna clean my house. Feels like a friend from the other side of the ocean. Groetjes (greetings) from the Netherlands!

Thanks Cassandra. I feel overwhelmed sometimes. I thought I had lost my keys. Tossed the whole apartment to discover it was in my armchair.

A comment on your “crazy question” at the end. You are definitely not the only one. I like it cold in my room so I can have heavy blankets over me. So, I don’t know how I missed this before, but less than a year ago, I decided to try a weighted blanket. After one night I was telling people, “whatever your problem is, the solution is a weighted blanket.” I live alone so this was just for me. I have a standard full size mattress. I bought a 20lb weighted blanket. I cannot stop marveling at the way it has changed my entire sleeping experience! If it is covering me from my feet to my chin, I believe I can feel no pain. If it’s all in my head, that’s fine with me, it works. Also, I feel very secure with it. I don’t toss and turn. And, I’m sure no monster could possibly get through it. You described your sleep issue as if you were describing mine, so I just wanted to throw in my two cents. I say it’s a magic blanket. (I’ve named it Morpheus-😂) Just something to think about.

When you mentioned the trash can in the bedroom again, it reminded me of a previous video where your husband grew up with that as a "no." My mom always told me that dirty laundry doesn't belong in the bedroom so she wouldn't give me a hamper. I would always have dirty laundry on my floor, instead, waiting for me to bring it downstairs to the laundry area. It makes more sense to have at least a small hamper. She also stored all the cleaning supplies hidden away in one cupboard. Now as an adult, I put paper towels and cleaner everywhere I will use them (kitchen, bathroom and mudroom). It makes clean-up much more prompt and I feel less cranky about cleaning up pet messes because it is easy. Mindset is huge and it helps to let go of the prescriptive "shoulds" and set us up for success. Also, my brain tells me the same about bed safety Cass. Hahah. I can't have a leg or arm hang over the bed because a man with an ax is under my bed ready to chop it. Not sure what childhood event pressed that into my brain. I feel so much safer with my blanket, and I have no AC so I have just have a fan. 😅

I totally agree with starting in the bedroom. I use to feel very frustrated about the bedroom, but now that I’m constantly making it a priority it has been a game changer!

This video is just what I needed. I recently cleaned up the bedroom because allergies and crazy tissues all under the bed and in drawers and everything. So I took some time, put extra stuff in drawers and dusted and vacuumed and honestly when I wake up I look at the clean floor and I'm happy. Like this is what I needed. And it has slowly trickled into the house. I am keeping the kitchen a little cleaner and the laundry room a little cleaner. And the living room a little cleaner. It's true and it works! Also, I totally can't sleep without a blanket too. And I can't even stick any body part out from under it because I'm that scared. For me it was mice or rats. I was always afraid they would eat my toes and I was teased about it which made it worse. Side note.. I don't like to look out windows because I'm afraid of seeing a t-rex looking in at me. Yup. True story.

Cas, I don't know about the scary movies and the thick blankets, but having worked with students who have disabilities, weighted blankets are sometimes used to help a student to calm down. I think it's the sensory feel of the weight that helps calm the anxiety they are struggling with.

I’ve practiced this forever but more often now and it’s been a miracle . It makes it so easy. I do laundry once a month. But I make sure that I have a spot for rewearing some clothes and I make sure I toss the dirty ones in the hamper. No excuse. But once bedroom looks good and organized I sleep better and wake up refreshed. For sheets I change them every 10 days and they always smell amazing. I’m glad to say I learned this on my own and makes me happy

I really needed this. I'm lucky enough to be living in the prettiest, nicest house I've ever lived in. I find it hard to keep up. 6 months since moving in, I'm still not unpacked completely. (the boxes of stuff are filling the garage). I'm trying to get out of this rut. I appreciate this information and the visuals very much.

WHOA!🤯🤯I needed this! My house is a DISASTER!!! I am going to start in my bedroom and move forward to the other parts. So, I'm the same way! I need a blanket! Growing up in the 80s/90s did that to us!

You are absolutely right, that sudden realization that cleaning is something you do for yourself if you want to live in a clean space and quit being resentful of the less helpful is freeing. Also make it more important to take care of your private space first where you can control things without interference.

You are utterly amazing! You have addressed the thought processes and emotions behind our clutter, rather than just telling us to pick up our junk. Emotions most definitely play a huge role in my messy home. I suffer from depression as well as chronic illness. I feel worthless that I am physically unable to keep my home clean. I’m considering bringing in a house keeper once a month, but I have to address the clutter issues first before they can even clean my home. It is such a helpless, defeated feeling. You have made a series of small steps that seem do-able. You address our frustration and our self esteem at the same time. You are so easy to relate to, and it feels like I’m talking to a friend. THANK YOU! I think I can do this. I CAN address my clutter - one pile at a time. You are a gem ❤️

Totally with you on the blanket/sheet protection thing! I thought I was the only one!

Thanks for this Cas! My bedroom is awful 😖 We lost so many people over the last 3 years including my brother-in-law, my nephew that I helped raise, several close cousins and in the past 6 month, another nephew, my son, and my best friend! I started decluttering a while ago but I'm now at a standstill. But I will start again. This time in our bedroom instead of the living room. Hopefully this will help both my husband and myself. Thanks as always ❤️

The first minute of this video is absolutely me for the last 3 years. I’m so down and I’m feeling that same resentment towards my family. It sickens me and I have zero self worth. Then I feel guilty for feeling that resentment, when it is my fault the house is this way in the first place!

You’re not alone. When I was getting hot flashes, I bought a remote control fan. It helped me stay sane! It was a tall, oscillating fan.

Thank you for this video! Ah the blanket paradox. I too need a heavy thing to feel comfortable, plus I have 2 huge dogs that sleep on my bed. To combat the heat I use one of those soft freezer packs and put it under my neck. So great! I have 3 or 4 of them and cycle through them if I wake up in the night.

i always start in my room.. especially if i’ve slacked on the house… once that done.. and start somewhere else.. and get overwhelmed i go to my room retreat.. then you want the rest to feel as good as that.. i hate cleaning.. but i hate a messy house even more.

As someone in their early 50s, a silk duvet (actual duvet, not just the cover) and silk mattress pad changed my life! Still has some weight but keeps me the perfect temp summer and winter. Highly recommend.

My sistah from anotha mistah! A long time ago when I was feeling completely overwhelmed because of the state of my home, I wrote out a “perfect day” scenario for myself and then broke it down into segments to transform my day-to-day living…working on each bullet point until I had a much more serene space to exist. The first thing on the list was “Wake up to a clean bedroom.” Now first thing in the morning I take at least five minutes to reset the room…(i didn’t know that was what it was called) … and my day is just … BETTER! Thanks for all the tips! Truly appreciate them! As for the blanket practice…definitely need a snuggly blanket and I try not to think about closets or mirrors as I go to sleep…so you’re not the only one with leftover childhood angst. Even the prayers as a child…’If I should die before I wake…’ Why do our parents teach us this!?! 😜 Fortunately, I fall asleep quickly after my nightly convo with the Good Lord and I wake up to my lovely bedroom… Definitely a fabu practice! Thanks again!

A sheet is never enough lol. I must have my feet covered too! I have found that a pure linen duvet cover and a linen fitted sheet keep me cool at night. I'm on medication that gives me constant hot flashes and went through a ton of sheets until I found the linen ones. Thanks for sharing Cass. You're not alone. xoxo

100% agree about your blanket theory lol I definitely struggle with not having a comforter on top of me that’s a little bit heavier. I think it calms the central nervous system and let’s our brains get out of fight or flight mode

You are the VERY FIRST KZfaq I ever watched years ago! I started getting my life together and then I started getting into crafting (from those fun little things you would my) but I’ve gone OVERBOARD!! Since then,years ago, I’ve got some serious health problems so I’m blessed for the crafting because it is something that keeps me going emotionally. The problem is I physically don’t have the ability to do the real cleaning I HAVE to do. (Side track🤦🏻‍♀️) anyway, my craft room is my heaven now and I NEED HELP! I have been blessed to have this incredibly large space with built ins and work space but it is so over taken! If you ever need someone to open up their vulnerable self to figure this out I am willing to throw myself out there to get help figuring out why I can’t organize this special spot and how to do it. I need help and my days are sometimes physically limited but other days I feel like I can kick everything to the curb and handle whatever comes my way. HELP! Oh, I want the covers too and I think it’s just so I can complain that I was so hot without admitting it was a hot flash🤷‍♀️🤣

I feel safe with a sheet in super hot weather as long as I wrap it so tight it mimics that "heavy" feel. It's like my happy cocoon. Thank you for your realistic suggestions for organizing!

You're definitely not alone about the blanket thing! 😄 I finally declutter my bedroom after using it my whole life as a catch all room. It felt SO good. We've moved recently and I'm still working to get it clutter free again, but I'm getting closer. I have never gone sofar as having it decorated or beautiful, but clean and neat are really important. I'm starting in our new house to "decorate" our company spaces first (buying furniture that coordinates, rather than the cheapest option that works, etc) and it's going to make a big difference. ♥️

Thanks for this video Cass, my bedroom is a mess and I hate it. I live alone, so I'm responsible for the mess throughout my home. I have severe depression, and lack energy. My best friend is the opposite, she can't relax unless you could eat off any surface in her home. She is in constant pain, so it wouldn't be fair to ask her to help. I wish we could both find a happy medium.

Wow... I want to share that I just did an office refresh today and doing that has given me a total "feel good" boost... Cleaning just comes second nature to me... you were lots of fun to watch..... thank you!

Cas, I'm writing from my husband's profile, but I just want to say I appreciate you so much. This video really changed my mindset. I hate about 95% of my bedroom. Our bed frame, mattress, side tables, and dresser are five years old purchased off FB Marketplace...the bed frame is completely broken, and the mattress does nothing but give me insane back pain, causing me to toss and turn all night and wake up with a ridonkulously sore back. Our sheets are worn, the pillows are from our wedding thirteen years ago, and the duvet has all of the batting bunched up in all the weird places. We have so much stuff stored in here that laughs at me as I go to sleep, causes me nightmares, and "greets" me every morning when I wake up. My husband's office space is in here...along with tons of extra hardware that doesn't get used but sits on the floor and gathers dust. I HATE BEING IN HERE! I always focus on the rest of the house, so this gives me permission to really sit down and think how I can rework and reset my bedroom to get a completely new me. Thank you!

One minute into the video and I am in tears. You are so right. I/m feeling exactly what you felt. You may think you help other clean their homes, but you do so much more. You are so sweet! Thank you for being there for all of us.

Hi Cass!! You are always so motivating!! I truly appreciate that because as I'm getting older it's harder to clean as much in one day as I used to so taking it one room at a time is right up my alley! Thanks for the inspiration! I was having hot nights since I started going through menopause so my husband bought us an "Eight Sleep Pod Cover" and it has changed my life. We sleep soooo....much better and it is a total game changer for my hot flashes!! It's a bit pricey, but has been worth every penny to get a great nights sleep!

I have to admit..at first i didn't agree with this approach. I've ALWAYS focussed on the main areas first. But when i heard you this time, Cass, I happened to be sitting on my bed and looking around my room. Not BAD, but not as peaceful as I needed. I got right to it and I am so much happier with my room now==totally worth the effort. Thank you for your gentle nudges.

First of all Cas, you are AMAZING, been with you forever! Great tips and tricks.. ways of thinking!! But NOW... I'm in that pre menopause period.. and ever since I was a kid, HAVE to have a HEAVY blanket to sleep! I crank the ac in the summer just so I can swirl my body in the blanket, I have to be tucked in so nothing can get under the protective BLANKET!!

Very interesting, my bedroom was actually the first room that I decluttered. Since then, keeping it clean seems almost effortless. And I NEVER used to put my laundry away right away, but now I always do.

Totally get the blanket thing. I have arachnoid phobia and my brothers also used to rig my bed with tape-recorders and pranks and things on strings to terrorize me. I’m a mess. So…I loved this and I get it! You make my day. Thanks Cass. 🥰

I sleep the best when I have my heavy covers on me. I can’t just have a sheet. I can put a foot or leg out but that is it. You are not alone!!

Hi! You’re such a blessing to me. Thank you for all you do and share. Also, I thought I was the only person that felt that way about a blanket covering me. I fell like I must have a comforter on me, then I’m hot, then the leg sticks out from underneath but I then have to turn the fan on. 😂😂😂

I love the color scheme of your bedroom. It really is beautiful! As for the blanket....have you tried a weighted blanket? There are cooling ones. It is a complete game changer, I cant sleep without it.

Hi Cas!!!💜 Making my bed sets the tone for my day, starting off right 💜 Also, if your bedroom is cluttered, chances are, you aren't sleeping as well as you could. Clutter in the bedroom makes for a busy mind for me, less quality sleep. Investing in quality sheets really does make a difference. I prefer cotton sheets, especially for summer. The are crisp and breathable. I don't like microfiber, it's polyester, and polyester doesn't breath (making you sweat). The sheets you recommend a few months back, are great quality! Thanks for another fantastic video! Have a great week! 💜

Hello Cas - YES, I too feel like I need more than just a sheet in the summer time for all the reasons you explained. As kids my mom got us used to using a flat, FLANNEL sheet for a "summer" blanket. Not as heavy 'n hot as a blanket. Yet just enough weight for nighttime coziness.

You are definitely not alone. I have always been the exact same way! I envision that knife getting caught in the comforter ! I think I also feel that if something bad happens I can hide under the covers and not SEE the terrible thing that is happening to me! I thought I was the crazy one! Glad to know I’m in good company!

I had a similar mindset journey a few years ago. Great video, Cas!

I'm doing some tidying but I'm in a studio flat so everything (including clutter) is visible. It's tough to keep motivated as I'm still stressing about space but going to do it this time. Thank you so much, Cass for video. True about mindshift. It's tough but you feel better 💜

This is crazy! We bought a new bed (from queen to king) and getting ready for it to be delivered, and basically starting over with bedding and everything, jump started me to getting control of clutter in multiple areas of the house. We picked out the bed on 7/9 and it was delivered on 7/14. And today is 7/19 and this video is so spot on! This is crazy!!

I feel the exact same way about that blanket adding protection from the boogy man!! Hysterical!! It makes no sense to me either so I never told anyone else!! Thanks for being so real, Cas! Love your channel!

You are NOT alone in the heavy blanket department. I also HAVE to have my whole body covered to fall asleep. And I have also wondered if it's a childhood trauma thing. When I was around 6 or 7 our house was broken into and I actually saw the person's outline twice but was too young to put the pieces together. And then when I was 9-10ish my older sister was watching Halloween and I watched with her. Should not have done that. My dad's punishment was to wear one of his work coveralls and a Michael Myers mask WITH a kitchen knife and stand outside my window at night looking at me. Which brings me to my adult sized fear of the dark as well. Lol. I am all kinds of messed up. Anyway, I love your channel so so much! It has been so helpful for me on my decluttering journey that I started this year. You are amazing!! Thank you for what you do! 💕

Thank you Cas! This was exactly what I needed today. I went straight to my room and followed your DREAM plan. I am a huge fan and enjoy your videos. 👍

OMG...I am totally the same about the blankets protecting me. My "trauma" was between my brother hiding under my bed, scaring me, and watching bits of the Exorcist when I absolutely shouldn't have.

I spent two weeks decluttering my walk-in closet, tried everything on and donated so much. Every day I feel refreshed and happy when I go inside or walk by and peek in. Then I decluttered and reorganized the master bathroom closet and labeled the containers and again the level of satisfaction when I open the door is so deep. Yes, I totally understand what you are getting at. I never thought to START in the bedroom when I feel overwhelmed, like right now. That’s a wonderful idea and that’s where I’m heading to. Thank you for your insight and enthusiasm, it’s just what I needed.

Yes, bedroom is THE place to start cleaning. It actually makes sense if you think about it. As for the end story, weighted blankets are a great choice for other reasons, not just Freddie. I swear, Cass, we are long-lost sisters, or at least cousins, with your ADD and my undiagnosed neurdivergency getting us into all kinds of avoidable situations... So here's a tip: Crappy Childhood Fairy-> free tools-> the daily practice. Essentially, you put your fears and resentment on the paper in order to release them from your mind and vice versa and to address them later, in a more suitable environment/situation. If you are a Harry Potter fan, it's kind of like Dumbledore's pensieve.

I love this so much!! It took me a while to get my room “Reset” the first day but it felt SO good afterwards!! And now each day I just go through the DREAM steps and my room has never been (and has never stayed) this clean!! I’m wondering if//hoping you have other acronyms for other parts of the house? 😁 I can carry the DREAM acronym over to my kids’ bedrooms and plan to teach them this when they’re just a bit older, but what about some other rooms like the kitchen (or even the fridge)? The living room? Office? Etc. My brain works so well with acronyms haha. Lastly, do you have videos on decorating? Love the decor in your room!!

Thank you SO MUCH! I never thought of this. I was resentful and angry and like you, felt disrespected. It’s SO true, when you WAKE UP and GO TO SLEEP in a mess, it leaves your state of mind in chaos. God bless you!

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Absolutely I'm on the blanket safety team I was very inspired by your cleaning strategy,I did it and IT WORKS!

I love how digestible these steps are!! It makes me feel the difference already, and I’m motivated to keep going!

Total light bulb moment! You described my messy bedroom situation perfectly!! Definitely need to grow up and make it a priority!! And yes to heavy blankets in summer, and Freddy or similar hiding under my bed ready to grab my ankle!! I do usually risk it and leave at least one foot out. 🥺😮😴🤣

This is brilliant! I recently returned to my home after an extended time away. I wanted to give the bedroom a deep clean immediately. I found myself, doing every other room first! This day that ends! Thank you!

I'm 73 yrs old and I have knees that need to be replaced, so cleaning is harder. Now I wish I could clean like mad with all this time I have! So "being able" to clean is a gift!! I love it when my apartment is clean!!

Clutterbug You always motivated me😋 Thanks a lot. ☺️☺️

Oh my goodness! I actually did this and made my bedroom a sanctuary, before I even saw this video! But now I will begin the next step of maintaining my home for me, not with the root of bitterness and resentment against my family. I'm currently still dealing with chaos (can't have anyone over syndrome!), but changing my perspective will help alot. Thank you Cass, I'm so glad I found you! And BTW, I have that same irrational fear of sleeping with my leg outside the covers because of that "boogie man" under the we bed! 😆 God bless you!

I love that you started with talking about your bedroom- I always have to make my bed as soon as I get up otherwise it will bother me and just the simple act of making my bed sets my day right and at night when I get ready to go to bed I love coming to a clean and beautiful bedroom. The rest of the house might be untidy but if the bedroom is good then I don’t feel too stressed about it. Also, I think it is why I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow.