Paper Clutter: This ONE change makes Paper Clutter a BREEZE now! (NO more piles!!!)

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4 жыл бұрын

Today we'll demystify paper clutter! It doesn't have to take over your house or even be that difficult to stay on top of. We'll share our simple paper clutter system that has eliminated the piles that plagued our flat surfaces in the past! Come along, as you follow paper through our home!
P A P E R C L U T T E R V I D E O S
Work through big piles of paper quickly: • Eradicate Paper Clutte...
Setting up our file folder system (using the year & macro categories): • Setting up a Paper Clu...
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@megfrank8372 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn!!!! I have done decluttering w/ 19 drawers in my house the last 4 days !!!! Omgosh, today there were lots of emotions that came out, my baby’s booties, lock of my dear Mom’s hair and millions of other stuff! I’m doing amazing w/ 85% of it, the rest will be second pass, but I have my donate box, trash bag and I’m vacuuming out the drawers and wiping them out before I put all my treasure ( not junk) back in!! It’s all so awesome and I have been so grateful to listen to u and ur sis and tom while I’m chugging away! Thx for ur encouragement, it was so so so SCAREY but I’m literally doing it!!!!! Wahoo! The house feels better all ready! Oxoxoxoox Meg

@karisatotah8407 4 жыл бұрын

So awesome!! You got this!!!

@megfrank8372 4 жыл бұрын

Karisa Totah thx u so much !!! It’s going to make me feel so much better and I can’t believe how the house feels lighter already ! I am doing this !!!!! Wahooooo ! It was a rough day thou touching some of those things 😍thx for support!

@karisatotah8407 4 жыл бұрын

Meg Frank ❤️❤️❤️

@jeanmcintyre4662 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent job!

@tgayer1 4 жыл бұрын

Way to go! Keep going! I love having these videos playing while I declutter, too!

@indicajane4721 3 жыл бұрын

Side note: I love seeing couples on the same page about keeping the house together and when they can have playful banter. 💜💙

@footballlover9207 4 жыл бұрын

Paper clutter is something that overwhelms me. This video is perfect timing for me. Hope ya'll are staying safe!

@sundoesshine8800 4 жыл бұрын

The "time will tell" bin is genius. Noticed, if I haven't perused it within a certain amount of time, it becomes SO much easier dump or it's just plain obsolete.

@cjr.6908 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite rule to live by- Handle it ONCE! as an administrator I could not afford to handle most things more than once so I adopted the same for my home 45 years ago. It works, try it.

@Zorro-5515 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I also go with the one touch method. We walk from the garage into the house. On the way to the house door all the junk mail, envelopes etc are put straight into the recycle bin. They never enter the house. Once in, receipts are filed to be verified when the bill comes in, filing is done and SOMETIMES there is an item I have to deal with later which is on a plate thing. Later will be within a couple days. I hate paper clutter and finally have it figured out. Old fashioned daytimer for events, mtgs etc

@susanbeauchamp8117 3 жыл бұрын

Use the acronym: OHIO ..Only Handle It Once!

@deadmanswife3625 3 жыл бұрын

@@susanbeauchamp8117 of course

@crltggrt 3 жыл бұрын

My sisters and I have just spent some strenuous and stressful days (spaced over several months) trying to declutter our childhood home. Mom is 101 yrs old and in a skilled nursing facility now. The house is a large farmhouse on our family farm. My mother lived there over 60 yrs and is a packrat hoarder. She always attributes it to having grown up in the Depression, and later having had to make do because there wasn't much money. That has made me take a hard look at my own home, and all of the "stuff" I have, store, don't use, but don't want to let go of because I spent so much money on it, or maybe I'll need it sometime in the future. I'm slowly making the trips to the donation center, several boxes and bags at a time. You're right. I don't miss what's gone. I want more gone. I'm getting old and won't have the energy for this soon. But I don't want anyone to get stuck doing this after I die or have to leave my home. It's my responsibility.

@marilynpeppers1356 3 жыл бұрын

Carol Taggart ...I recently cleaned out my mom’s possessions. She had been decluttering on and off for a couple years, but had not been able to let go of things that had sentimental value. Just like you, it made me rethink what all I had and to look at it through the eyes of the people that would have to dispose of it at some point! Our moms grew up in a time before there was a $General on each end of town and she had to make do and “shop her stash” of miscellaneous items saved. She never could throw away something that she might need later.

@ButtonedUpKnits 3 жыл бұрын

My sisters and I went through this process three times: mother, father and aunt. Now, we have some of their stuff..china, linens, kickbacks even a piano.. It's a vicious cycle. Next generation doesn't want it.

@nancybennani2925 3 жыл бұрын

@divahc1 3 жыл бұрын

@@ButtonedUpKnits take photos of things you want to remember, then sell or give away those things. Keeping them will drown you in clutter.

@ButtonedUpKnits 3 жыл бұрын

@@divahc1 Isn't it sad the next generation doesn't want the crystal, the linens, the serving platters etc. Consignment shops are full to the brim with these items. They don't sell... I don't want to saddle others with this....

@eviewesner6231 4 жыл бұрын

The last time you mentioned your Time will Tell bin, I took a screenshot of your video where you inserted the saying; "if you want to make a small job seem mighty big, put it off." I loved that! So helpful

@eviewesner6231 4 жыл бұрын

By the way, today I decluttered one drawer! I know it was only one, but I plan on doing one each day (our dresser drawers). It feels great!! 😊

@TheDriftwoodlover 4 жыл бұрын

E v i e W e s n e r Great! Paper is the hardest for me to motivate to tackle.

@eviewesner6231 4 жыл бұрын

It's not fun and it (paper) comes in just about daily. Don't give up!!

@eviewesner6231 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, I got 5 drawers done yesterday!!

@404Error_ResetDevice 4 жыл бұрын

Most mailers have an address you can email to opt out. Taking a few minutes to opt out of the most consistent junk mail has made life much easier.

@lb9549 3 жыл бұрын

I do this also and has helped cut down on junk mail I was tossing right into the recycling bin anyway. It only takes a minute to send an email and asked to be removed from a mailing list! :)

@lesleyvivien2876 3 жыл бұрын

I've done that and sometimes it even works. Some of them say yes but it'll take a month for the cancellation to take effect, so you may keep getting catalogues till then. So you wait for a month and the catalogues keep coming. And only slightly off topic, because it isn't paper - a company I bought from sent me emails about twice a week, until the pandemic, when it became once or twice a day. I unsubscribed, and a few days later got an email: "Are you ready to reconnect now?" Aaargh!

@katehouston7913 3 жыл бұрын

I did not know/notice this as I always put them straight in the recycling without reading. Thank you!

@llkg9 3 жыл бұрын

I signed up for the no junk mail option through USPS, then started getting more junk mail than ever! I'm convinced that put me on a master distribution list. 😥

@kimberlytross9864 2 жыл бұрын

@@odettegibbs2238 Oh that's nice! I don't think we're allowed to let the mail delivery person make that decision here in the US. I wish we could!

@monicacoyle3760 3 жыл бұрын

This is so me, hide all the paper in my bedroom if I know company is coming lol

@jessiemichelle5642 4 жыл бұрын

Another idea I like: Get the unwanted paper wet! Like mail that has personal info- run it under the sink tap and scrap with your fingernail or something and watch it go away.

@ellef4812 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome tip...thanks! 😉

@jessiemichelle5642 4 жыл бұрын

@@ellef4812 You're very welcome!

@tsmith6466 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome idea!!

@colleenbarry5197 4 жыл бұрын

If it is just an account number I am worried about, I tear that part off and throw it in the compost bin then recycle the rest.

@kattihatt 4 жыл бұрын

Jessie Michelle when you wrote ”unwanted paper”, i thought you meant the bills. Lol!

@EmmaAppleBerry 4 жыл бұрын

I find the longer i leave any task, the more likely it is that itll never get done. Now ive adopted the eat the frog mentality and get it over and done with asap and will often make myself do things as soon as i walk in before i sit down no matter how tired or anything because as soon as i sit down and turn on my relax mode my motivation to get things done just gets pushed to tomorrow or the later that never comes.

@naintara6727 4 жыл бұрын

I love "eat that frog" strategy as well! The sooner the better works wonders ❤️

@jenAKnND 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly this 👆🏻

@jmeyer81971 3 жыл бұрын

Yup!...Once I get that glass of wine in my hand...probably nothing getting done after that. 😂

@catherinemaggioottilioatto2254 3 жыл бұрын

Well said so true!

@sandrareder6929 2 жыл бұрын

I am doing declutters in several areas of my home , and one is my crafting area. Totally Tiffany said in regards to scrapbook paper, “If stored vertically it’s a file; if stored horizontally it’s a pile.” That can apply to my paper in every area of my home.

@katiegee5173 4 жыл бұрын

The moving piles!!! 😂 You just described my paper clutter!

@bertuccigirl 4 жыл бұрын

I totally do this. The worst is finding it in the bottom of your closet several months later... :-)

@jeanmcintyre4662 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I totally related to the scenario she was presenting. I even predicted the pile in the bedroom. LOL

@TheDriftwoodlover 4 жыл бұрын

Yep!!

@tammykiefer9670 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I didn’t know other people do this too!! This is how paper accumulates on my bedroom floor too!😬

@tracymorgan1780 3 жыл бұрын

That is a big problem in my house!

@liezelyoung3817 4 жыл бұрын

I love sorting papers, and organizing the important stuff. I even have it on my resume. 😊

@jo-annemurphy2921 4 жыл бұрын

Please come to my house❤

@808Blessed1 4 жыл бұрын

That’s Wonderful!! Can you come over to my house and you can help me organize my stuff too.☺️

@lesliechayer4934 3 жыл бұрын

It sounds like maybe you should start a blog of your own!

@ahoardersheart 4 жыл бұрын

You are preaching to the choir here 🤣🤣 Paper is my enemy!! Lol Excited for this video ❤️❤️

@inspiredcamel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that big piles of paper are ScAry!!! I completely relate! I like your "Small piles aren't scary" idea.

@carolineobrien2751 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! My home is so much lovelier since I started decluttering. So much less overwhelming and more time with my 3 children. You've really helped me. Thanks, from the UK.

@LillianKZ123 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so curious about how your home looked before you decluttered. Can't believe your home was ever cluttered. lol

@carnation_cat 3 жыл бұрын

Try the Messy Minimalist channel. Much more relatable. :)

@theresagross3523 4 жыл бұрын

Lol, I thought I was the only one with this problem🤦‍♀️🤣! After, literally 4 hrs of burning 2 totes full of junk mail, bills and Miscellaneous paper I started checking the mail shredding everything that couldn’t be recycled! I write all bills due date/money due on our calendar and everything is shredded! I can’t believe that lived that way for so long before Decluttering our lives! NEVER GOING BACK TO THE MESS/CHAOS🙌❤️

@beckyb3705 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn - All great tips! Thank you for tackling all the tough home clutter topics every day. Here’s another idea to help keep the paper clutter down - never bring the junk mail into the house. When I get the mail each day, I stop in the garage and drop all the junk mail in my paper recycle bin. Keeps the in-house paper clutter down and I’m never tempted to purchase whatever are in the ads. Win/win!

@nancybuscemi6933 3 жыл бұрын

If you dump your junk mail outside, make sure it doesn't have your name and address on it. If it does, tear it off or black it out. Identity thieves love this information and dumpster dive to find you!

@ginamcgrew9955 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't commented in awhile, but wanted to let you, Diana and Tom know how much your videos have helped and continue to be of help to me and my family💗 love from Missouri!!!

@gig-a-lomusicgig-guy7543 4 жыл бұрын

There’s a lady called “The Tidy Tutor” who said to have a “date” alarm to spend 5-15 minutes weekly on paper. It has been super helpful and now I can incorporate your ideas too!

@marianb2530 4 жыл бұрын

I will check her out...thanks

@mljs9245 3 жыл бұрын

That could work really well for the time will tell bin. I’m sure that just a few minutes each week would keep that under control.

@pamboatwright8281 4 жыл бұрын

You explain everything so well, and you're so encouraging! Thank you, Dawn!

@LauraHoyda 4 жыл бұрын

So helpful! Could you go over how you deal with digital clutter? I'm so curious how you manage your b-roll because the way you use it is the best I've ever seen! Also a refresher of long term storage of photos and videos would be really helpful.

@laurieherremans2581 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I would love to learn more about this too.

@cloversue1166 4 жыл бұрын

Following!!

@DawnSuCallahan 4 жыл бұрын

I have been struggling with the e clutter as well. The electronics always seem to get neglected on my part. I think oh I will sit down to check email. Its overwhelming cuz I have 50+ emails. Cant imagine more than. Lol I dont have time or I will get it later. I want those statements out of my vocabulary. Lol

@brettelizabethspore 4 жыл бұрын

Agree with Laura Hoyda. Help please!

@nolahofmann4976 3 жыл бұрын

What does "b-roll" mean?

@kimjaymama26 4 жыл бұрын

Oh!! Love seeing the Homeschool Curriculum peeking through in your videos. So looking forward to hearing what you else you have chosen to use with your kiddos. Just something else I will relate to and love about your videos :)

@amandaapope 4 жыл бұрын

Sort of hoping there would a “bye bye” from Tom from the other room 🤣

@traceyhardgrave8457 4 жыл бұрын

LOL

@jeanmcintyre4662 4 жыл бұрын

😂🤣

@sgia2154 4 жыл бұрын

me too! LOL!

@deborahgrysko2427 4 жыл бұрын

😆. He has a happy voice!

@lizzabbott 3 жыл бұрын

We appreciate & admire Tom so much ! You two are such a beautiful couple, Dawn !

@brendag7419 3 жыл бұрын

I once had (I kid you not!) a big, rectangle clothes basket that contained my paper monster, filled to the brim! Every time I looked at it, It nearly gave me a nervous breakdown! But it kept growing. One evening, I dumped it smack in the middle of the living room floor, where I had 3 choices . . . work on it, let the cat continue to use it for a bed, or keep walking around it!! LOL!! I went thru it piece by piece, and found, among other interesting things, a check for over THREE HUNDRED dollars!! Nowadays, the mail might lay on the end of the counter for a day, but never longer, and I keep a small box behind a door in the kitchen and most everything goes in there for shredding. Also, I love the "wet the paper" idea!

@joang8010 4 жыл бұрын

Oh Dawn, you have helped me soooo much! I was decluttering another area today, and your words kept going thru my mind. Thank you again for making this process easier and less daunting. 👍 😊

@lindamarsden8024 4 жыл бұрын

I do some of this already but the "time will tell" is a game changer. thanks Dawn you are wonderful 💖

@shannonengelken4629 4 жыл бұрын

“Small piles aren’t scary”. I ❤️ that!

@robynmichelle6182 3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to write myself that little mantra on the fridge!😂

@shannonengelken4629 3 жыл бұрын

@@robynmichelle6182 😊

@TraceyHullPlantBasedDietitian 2 жыл бұрын

Can I say - I found your channel about a week ago and it has been life changing. I have been binge watching ever since. Love you!

@karynarnold1534 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching you all week and I'm hooked! I started clearing out my kitchen cabinets and I tackled that pile of paper on my kitchen counter! You're amazing! ❤️

@sgia2154 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think I could ever put my bills that far out of my sight! LOL!! "out of sight, out of mind" but that's just me. I'm starting to put my bills in my computer desk drawer which I access frequently so I will see them and remember to pay them! I have been better about tackling the mail as soon as it comes in and enrolling in paperless bills! Your videos are always so motivating!! Thanks Dawn!

@vivaciousom5347 3 жыл бұрын

Set up automatic payments and never worry about not paying a bill on time. It’s so easy and great for peace of mind.

@yoylos3p 2 жыл бұрын

I would totally forget about that little rebate inside that cabinet, but maybe that just shows how I don’t have a system :(

@hotmessheather99 4 жыл бұрын

This week we started remote learning. I have a preschooler, Kindergartener, and 2nd grader. It was quite chaotic yesterday but it felt AMAZING to be done by noon! I started having anxiety with the amount of papers coming in after only one packet pick-up! So I created a system in which each child has a wall basket, where all of their work is located. They each have an incoming folder and an outgoing folder. In addition, I have a little file box with different color folders that contain papers that they may need to use all year (i.e. math doubles rap) and for temporary papers that are for the week (i.e. spelling list). I just need to make sure I go through this at the end of the week! It did help lessen my anxiety to create a system. Now back to my pile of bills to file...😫😫😫 I am going to use some of your AWESOME tips and tricks! Thanks for sharing, Dawn!🙂

@AmyE89 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn! Your channels have changed my life! I have like transformed my home. After listening to your videos for months and doing little but little. I finally just did my entire home! It’s like so incredibly peaceful and rewarding! No one ever explained organizing like you have and it’s been sooo helpful!

@tiffanynuccio5877 3 жыл бұрын

I am so very grateful for all of the ideas you share. The stress from our paper mess has been wreaking havoc in my life.

@karisatotah8407 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve adopted this method for the last few years because of the FlyLady program. She calls those piles hotspots and man am I goooooooood at creating hotspots. So I too try to focus on dealing with it when it comes in the door and not letting a pile even build! Thanks for sharing! I always love your stuff.

@Baileybooandecho 4 жыл бұрын

Love the Flylady!💕

@JuliaAthayde 4 жыл бұрын

I love this playful way you and Tom are to each other. You two have a great fan here in Brazil. :)

@LilCraftyNook 3 жыл бұрын

You two are a hoot!! Real company?? As opposed to fake company?? 🤣🤣 I’m so glad I found you; a true gift from God!! ❤️❤️

@jenniferviolette317 3 жыл бұрын

I love this! I am at the beginning of minimizing and I am going back and forth between feeling excited and overwhelmed.

@amyshephard26 4 жыл бұрын

Love this! It seems like a really user friendly system. Paper clutter has been my worst enemy for too long so I will definitely come back to this video soon to implement this! Thank you!

@monicacollins8289 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, you get it! You thoroughly described the scary, huge pile that I avoided for almost a year. It caused a lot of anxiety, and I actually had bad dreams about it. But your videos helped me develop a plan, a system, and a solution. I even bought the label maker you use. Now I have a small box of neatly labeled files, and it has truly changed my life. I cannot THANK YOU enough for my peace of mind and empty table. 😘

@Sonya_Barnes_On_Move 4 жыл бұрын

Love your approach to paper clutter! I’m usually the over organizer, but last month I swapped to your system and it is so nice to be done with it in a few minutes! Keep sharing your great ideas, please!

@kidbizz 4 жыл бұрын

For events, I add them to my phone calendar and set alarms for that event 1 and 2 hours before for most. Some the day and week before so that I am well prepared for my events.

@jeanmcintyre4662 4 жыл бұрын

Good idea to set an alarm on your phone.

@beccismith4454 4 жыл бұрын

When I enter Appointment or something into my phone, I also set reminders, also sometimes a week before or a couple days before, so that I remember before the last minute :-)

@SusanDelRey 3 жыл бұрын

As a student, I appreciate this so much. I have problems reading through LCD screens so I have to print out my study materials. I have a lot of paper clutters and I just don’t know how to tackle with them properly. I’ll use your method. Thank you so much! 💗

@amyfoster3514 3 жыл бұрын

“Time will tell” - genius!!

@meredithdarling 3 жыл бұрын

Ah, minimal mom your smile makes me happy. Keep bringing the joy!

@jeanbourque 3 жыл бұрын

Your thoughts about coupons amazed me, but your logic makes so much sense. I never would have thought of that. Brilliant! Subscribed, because I was buying stuff based on coupons... you are so right!

@kimberlytross9864 2 жыл бұрын

Coupons stressed me out because I had to worry about them expiring, then I'd be mad at myself if I didn't use one before expiration... Then buying stuff I didn't really need just because it was on sale or had a coupon... It took so much time to sort thru, clip out, organize... TIME = $$. I spent more time than I saved money. Not worth it to me.

@eileenlester4342 4 жыл бұрын

Love the "Time Will Tell" bin.

@katiesteiger2412 3 жыл бұрын

I have a folder for the same purpose. It is titled "Pending".

@kathidau2869 3 жыл бұрын

I have a pile like that.. just not a name or basket for it. But GREAT idea!

@jeanpotter2163 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Time Will Tell tray. This will go a long way in solving me paper problem. Thank you soooo much!

@homesteadingintheheartland8106 3 жыл бұрын

Dido

@icingcake 3 жыл бұрын

💡 how about putting it next to the toilet 😂

@lauramarie8263 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for another great video. You are far and away my favorite KZfaqr. I have subscribed from the beginning and absolutely love how your channel has grown so much, but you have stayed true to your roots and continue to provide quality content and have not "sold out" in any way. You are awesome. Thanks for all the inspiration ❤️

@TheMinimalMom 4 жыл бұрын

That really means alot-- thank you!!!

@TheAtWhatCostBlog 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! I’ve been waiting for this one! Paper clutter is my arch nemesis! I needed this motivation, we have a paper trouble spot. Love that “small piles aren’t scary.” That’s my downfall, the piles get so big. I’m excited to tackle this in my house.

@nancyreale2774 Жыл бұрын

I'm at the scarey stage! Thanks for this topic. Repeatedly I've gone through a huge pile, felt good about it, but the stuff that's got to be filed now sits and sits. Just like you said, it's gotten shuffled around to where I had 5 big piles of the scarey unknown. I'm down to 2 piles!!! That, my friend, is "progress not perfection". I appreciate you so much.

@Phyllis8940 4 жыл бұрын

The phrase that always goes through my head is only touch a paper once. Time doesn’t always permit, but that really helps me. I also scan most of my documents to my computer and have a external hard drive for backup. That works really well and definitely cuts down on paper clutter.

@donnaschindlbeck7457 3 жыл бұрын

Love your “time will tell” file. That may be the answer I’m looking for👍

@kathleennotaro9935 3 жыл бұрын

I recognized those stacks of paper, magazines, lost bills. I’m overwhelmed with paper clutter. I have hope now. I keep saying, you have to do this, and now I will. Thank you for showing me the path

@andreasupermommy 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips, Dawn. Paper clutter used to be my nemesis but you have helped me implement a system that works! Back in the day when my husband and I were young and married we had a small countertop that was near our front door that was a catch-all and I could never win with that countertop there so I had my husband remove that part of the cabinet/countertop and to help us and it did. Great video!

@inkstampcolor 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! My big pile is scary and makes me so anxious!! I’m going to try your system!

@briellejoysmids3132 4 жыл бұрын

LOVE the outfit ! And your earings are so pretty ! You always look so put together and nice ! Great video Dawn !

@connieclark1288 4 жыл бұрын

You are such a joy! You sooth my soul. Thank you for your videos.

@robinandriatz5529 3 жыл бұрын

I just have to say you are a breath of fresh air. I love your videos. You are fun and positive and so uplifting! I feel like there is hope for me LOL!

@akontilis1792 4 жыл бұрын

I've been explaining my actions to hubby for awhile now, regarding simplifying our home. I think he's been fine with seeing more open spaces around and more room in the closet. But I just don't think he understood the mental overwhelm of all the paper! I used this video to explain it to him. 😁 Thank you for all you do!

@monicacollins8289 4 жыл бұрын

The mental overwhelm was very real to me. Now that the monster piles are gone and I have a tidy little box of files, the anxiety is gone. Dawn's videos made all the difference for me. I wish you continued success on your decluttering path.

@lizzabbott 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Dawn ! Paper has always been my biggest house keeping down fall. I’m an information junkie ! A sentimental archiver ! Yes I do put an effort into purging papers and have made great strides. But I still need more help. Little paper piles still do inhabit my home, as well as files , & a few bins. Ugh ! I do get ruthless ( thank goodness). Certainly not a paper hoarder , but gotta admit it’s fair to say I’m a paper pack rat..medical records for myself , & my 2 pets ... ( kids are grown so yes I dont have theirs anymore ! ) ... articles about my beloved home town (history, music scene, etc) to scrap book ( yepp it’s true ! It’s fascinating haha ! ). Photo albums ... yikes. I did buy your walmart metal file thing. Love it. And pretty files. I was so proud of that purchase & setting it up lol ! It’s still not fully / properly utilized tho. I think i have some sort of mental block about how to work these systems. I think a label maker would be a game changer. Gotta get soon ! Getting there ! Thanks again, Dawn ! Love you & your Family ! God bless you !

@julieweber2484 2 жыл бұрын

Dawn n Tom, I have been decluttering n seemed like I just been going in circles. A really good friend of mine sent me your link, I have been watching videos non-stop n getting the answers I have been actually looking for! Today I decluttered my kitchen and now as I relax n watch Hallmark I am going to tackle piles of paper clutter. Thank you again!

@lizphone3822 4 жыл бұрын

I have been following your paper system for a while now, and it's been super helpful!!💜

@mijuajua4820 3 жыл бұрын

Hehe your husband’s comment! Love it! Sometimes, I feel the only way our cars were ever truly clean was when we sold them!😂

@catb8661 3 жыл бұрын

Same with houses. They're cleanest when company is expected or getting ready to sell. Major decluttering then.

@laurahall7823 4 жыл бұрын

We have a tray for my husband’s important papers on top of the fridge too! We call it his office 😅 nobody else can see/reach easily, so it works out great.

@pip5858 4 жыл бұрын

I started using your filing system a month or so ago.... it's awesome! So much less stressful

@susanmarieelizabeth7721 4 жыл бұрын

I struggle with letting go of papers, historical docs, etc. Catching up on my video and IG feeds, I contemplated sending a DM or commenting on your IG post that a papers video is sorely needed, and then I came to this one - yeay!! Thanks for your continued inspiration for minimizing to increase peace and reduce stress in our lives.

@RJweblink 4 жыл бұрын

With regards to "how to stop wild parsnips from spreading" paper clippings with information like that, we can also research it online so in my humble opinion we can just easily just toss that piece of paper as well;)

@noralee6793 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, and it probably contains advertising and potentially non valid info, depending on the source.

@kimberlytross9864 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, good idea! Just like the advice for stuff - can we easily & cheaply replace that info. With the internet, yes, most things are easy to look up.

@intentionallycreatingmylif2281 4 жыл бұрын

Love the time will tell bin! Super idea. 👏

@KellyCeleste 3 жыл бұрын

I love this...fabulous ideas. I’ll be adding the “Time Will Tell” to my system. Thank you so much!

@jessicaguerrero2599 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video. I move my paper clutter from counter to counter all the time. Thank you for the motivation.

@estherrivers6164 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to getting to this stage.

@beth3853 4 жыл бұрын

This all makes sense. I even have a “to shred” and “to file” wall file. It is overflowing. I don’t even want to look at it. So, thanks for the inspiration.

@teliciamckee9477 4 жыл бұрын

So do I!

@tramseyplanter2 4 жыл бұрын

Lol! Me too 😆

@TerryCollinsP31Lifestyle 6 ай бұрын

Yes. I have piles everywhere. Thanks to your videos, I’m getting organized. Plus I’m implementing what I already know to do.

@godsservant6649 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video and “Time Will Tell” bin and the clipboard. Excellent ideas that I will immediately implement. God bless!!

@CookiesAndCosmos 4 жыл бұрын

* When you were walking the path that papers used to take in your home it was like watching myself! I can SO relate! (I am making progress though, thanks to your videos =) * I love your system (especially that it is simple and I don't have to buy anything fancy) with the "Time Will Tell" bin. It is the PERFECT solution for me of where to put catalogs and such. * I love your self discipline. You have really learned from the past. * I know it is very time consuming to film and edit videos. Thanks for taking the time to share what you have learned.❤ *️ I would LOVE to hear your ideas and philosophy about minimizing and simplifying RECIPES. Maybe simplifying recipes would be a good winter project for your viewers. =) * I'm guessing you have a day set aside to pay your bills since you file bills you are going to pay later. I would love to hear about your schedule and how you go about paying one time bills (like medical bills), balancing checking accounts, etc., if you haven't done a video on that already.

@lynnbrady4193 3 жыл бұрын

Great system, but for me, “out of sight, out of mind!” I would have to keep your bills file and “time will tell” bin on the work counter where I could see them. But then, I’m not very minimalist. Appreciate the tips, though! 😊

@angela2094 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, am a minimalist, but worry out of sight out of mind, so I decided to put it on my calendar to go through my inbox every Sunday.

@shaunna6673 3 жыл бұрын

"Small Piles Aren't Scary"- I Love That! My piles tend to get larger and larger and So daunting! Thank You!!!

@dontworrybehappy4925 2 жыл бұрын

BRILLIANT! So easy and saves so much effort later on! Thank you.

@gwenj5419 3 жыл бұрын

I always sort my mail daily. My 3 categories are Recycle Bin, Shred, Keep/Put Away. I put it in those 3 piles and then I take it to shredder, bin or put it away. Done.

@InvestWithQueenie 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your way of classify paper clutter. I personally have some folders for my stock paperwork but not nearly as organised as yours 🙌 I also try to focus on communication via email + PDF if possible so that I can put everything in my Google Drive

@aaronmcginnis3942 3 жыл бұрын

You’re my spirit animal. Everything you said at the beginning is exactly what happens at my house. I can’t wait to implement your ideas. Sometimes we do great and other times there’s a pile on my bedroom floor or stacked in the front of my planner so thick that I can’t even close it. My ADHD brain needed this info. Thanks for the awesome video.

@CheriBomzArt 3 жыл бұрын

Love the blue in your kitchen. And yes...paper is my greatest nemisis. Thanks for this! 🤗😁🐾🐾🐾🐾

@BRPeterYoga 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, please do a demo of how you apply your eyeliner. It always looks so good!

@blancahuerta6713 3 жыл бұрын

I love this! The time will tell, and filing important papers right away is great. I always just pile it for later and later never comes. I struggle with paper clutter so i hope to implement this system.

@elsalopez6540 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! This came up for our 2021 life needs! Thank you so much ❤️

@PEPSIKERR 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips. I love the "time will tell" bin idea. Thanks for your video. Have a great day.

@gypsybelle4757 3 жыл бұрын

Tomorrow’s Goals: 1- Create a “Time Will Tell” bin; 2- sort through one small pile equivalent from my big scary pile. I’ve been putting it off for months because, yes, it is completely overwhelming!!

@lkmiller2010 4 жыл бұрын

I have an entire basket full of old papers that I’ve been avoiding going through. 😳 It gives me anxiety to even think about it. Eek!

@Baileybooandecho 4 жыл бұрын

If you can (I do this), dedicate a day for paper each week. Spread it out to organize somewhere that forces you to finish it (I use my kitchen island). Get a cozy cup of coffee or your favorite drink, put on some relaxing or encouraging music and get to work! Make sure you have supplies on hand, label maker, favorite pens and highlighters, file folders, stapler, and a home for it all in the end. Have fun! You will feel like a Rockstar when you do it even once!💕💕💕

@lkmiller2010 4 жыл бұрын

Levia D Thank you so much! I’ll absolutely give this a try. ☺️

@grandmashouse8734 3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@catb8661 3 жыл бұрын

Bins and baskets become boxes of clutter if you're not careful. Probably why I hate paper clutter so much. It's overwhelming!

@patricia_anotherway 3 жыл бұрын

I literally laughed upon seeing your husband's pile as its just like my husband's file... and of course the mobile paper pile dance! Thank you for sharing your tips. Its making our home less stressful and full of light energy. Be well in your unfolding!

@vanessarolph3532 4 жыл бұрын

So enjoyed seeing the junk mail hit the bin! Everyone in our home knows to bring mail to the study so I can sort it the same day. I only use coupons that are money off and keep them in a wallet. I also keep track of spending each week setting aside 10 minutes every day to sort out receipts. You can lose out if you cannot get money back on items without a reciept so worth keeping for a month! Paint charts are so useful we have a special file for these. Just love clipboard idea will use this. Looking forward to seeing your new camper interior decor. You and your family are a great team.

@minini5571 4 жыл бұрын

Big piles ARE SO SCARY!🧛🏻‍♀️🧟‍♂️

@TheDriftwoodlover 4 жыл бұрын

... and daunting 🙁

@gdsgrl4468 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, I love your declutter videos. By the way, I’ve been meaning to tell you that I really like how you’ve colored your hair... it looks great 😁

@leithawalling9519 Жыл бұрын

Well I’m watching two years after you posted and want to say thank you for reading my mind and feelings. What you share is exactly where I am at.

@shaunaferguson6102 4 жыл бұрын

This was great!! Paper clutter has been a work in progress for me and while I'm MUCH better, there are still some lingering difficulties. There's a few tips here I will implement today!! After your first paper clutter video I commented about using the freedom filer and how it has been a game changer for me. You commented back and said that was still too many folders for you to mange. At the time I couldn't imagine having less....fast forward and NOW I am ready to have an even simpler method, more like yours as I have seen the benefits of less folders and see that many of the freedom filer folders can even be excessive. Thank you for you Dawn, your smile always brightens the day 😘

@lisarivers1438 4 жыл бұрын

DAWN !!! Too late ! I have HUGE PILES of paper on my table as we speak and you're right it's TERRIFYING. Whenever I get the erge to deal with it I end up just making piles of like paper but it never goes away. It's ACTUALLY been YEARS since I can sit at the table because it's current purpose is to just hold tins of paper 😞. Mind you that's only ONE of my DILEMMAS.

@samanthab3292 4 жыл бұрын

Best way to do it is to get started!

@tgayer1 4 жыл бұрын

Go for it and dive in! Most of that is probably stuff you will never need. Watch Dawn’s other paper clutter videos where she helps you figure out what you do and do not need to keep. Example: owners manuals can all be found online, so throw them out! You can do it!

@theforeverlovelyjacquelyn5756 4 жыл бұрын

Dang Dawn! You went Taylor Swift on that one... "never ever ever ever access again." Whew. Lol.

@EatingAnElephant 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have been looking for good organizing videos about paper clutter and The Minimal Mom is where I found them. I can't wait to declutter my paper piles!

@jillgott6567 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this video the first time I put together my " no action necessary" box which includes my lightbill once I have reviewed it , notices I want to keep etc. WOW what a difference. I still have paper clutter but fewer piles than in the past. Last week I went through 3 wicker baskets small but still full of my notebooks I use for various projects, loose paper work, crumpled trash. I threw out alot as well as organized . I now am down to 2 baskets. I am rewatching several videos as they come up on my feed - as I still need the encouragement. However, you have really helped to change my life. I can not thank you enough