Yep, for years I couldn't work out why I would feel anxious and overwhelmed when walking into my house. Fast forward four years of decluttering and the feeling has gone away. I didn't realize these feelings were caused by having too much stuff.

For reallll like damn. Im so offended lmao

My mom is the same! Way too much stuff.

my mother's the same as yours! I'm trying to make her read KonMarie book, just to have a light start about her own possessions, but she doesn't want to give away clothes or books. I think that it is something deeper than a simple amount of objects, it's something psychological...

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elo I live with my mum and she is a hoarder too!

Tammy B they def are!

clarkeleo read the konmari book

Storage isn't the solution long term but if you can move things out of your main living space, you can start to feel some of the benefits of living in a less crowded space. Think how much you think you need and cut it in half and then box up everything else, and then in a month evaluate. I put away a ton of pans and plates and even silverware and cups and I don't miss them at all. I might even move then on, eventually. It's not strictly minimalist, but some things you can rotate, like clothes, if you like variety but want to cut down on consumerism. Cut your wardrobe down to something crazy like 14 items and pack everything up and see how you feel about your tiny wardrobe. Honestly, I may be a faux minimalist, but I think it's better to experiment and find your comfort zone before you just sell everything you own. (And end up buying replacements) of course if you have the funds and don't care about the environment you can give everything away and start from scratch. But I think if you don't change your mindset you'll just be in the same place before long. Also changing your mindset about *acquiring* new things, is so under rated. Getting rid of things won't do you any good if you keep bringing new things in. Some people really aren't cut out to be minimalists. Some don't like bare surfaces and do like having things in their space. So you for learn what's gonna be right for you.

simple white blossom thank you for watching!

You have wisdom on your side. We feel expected to always be doing something, so now more people feel guilty for just resting and taking a break. Sometimes its okay to slow down, take out extra tasks, or have lazy days.

This explains me, ohmygosh 😂😅

Cheryl Patel I relate to this so much. I’d rather feel like I’m over prepared for stuff than have to make a purchase.

So maybe you aren't a minimalist? That's OK too you know ;)

ForgiveAndLove09 I can relate to that, I've gotten to a point with minimalism I kind of feel a little stuck. If for some reason I had to live out of a suitcase tomorrow I basically know what I would need and not need, but I still have a lot more right now just because I don't have a reason to live out of a suitcase.

Janell Kristina Yes, we do gather easily but the good thing is you are aware of what you really need for peaceful living. As minimalist we continue to edit our possessions and I try to embrace the different phases of the journey. Thankfully they all have something to teach us. : ) An editing question I use is: would I carry this in a 3month backpack trip. Peace ⭐️

That's a new and really good suggestion I'll add it, thank you! I have a home/place for everything to get when it's put away. It doesn't have to be perfect!

I use to be too! And moving definitely helps and I do that a lot

You don't have to find the time to clear everything out at once! If you feel overtaken by stuff, just start by getting rid of one thing every day. Start really looking at the things you have. My parents recently downsized and they had this problem, where they didn't even know what they had because it just fades into the background of your living space. Start noticing that decorative collection of baskets on top of your kitchen cabinets, or something on your bathroom counter that's been there so long you don't even see it anymore. Then think, do I really need this thing? Do I use it? Do I love it? If you don't, find another home for it. Grab a big cardboard box and put one thing in it every day, and when it's full, take it to a donation center. It'll get easier and easier as you do it more and more, and before you know it, you'll start thinking before you even bring things into your home in the first place, and you'll start being able to breathe.

I'm the same, every single one. But I've move house 13 times and I'm 31 now...

I'm glad you liked the video! More to come soon (:

As a gamer, I usually try not to buy a game unless I know I'll get an hour of gameplay for every dollar spent. I'm a fan of RPGs that can take 100+ hours to fully complete, so I generally get my money's worth, but I doubt I would play them through fifty times in a lifetime! XD

But, in reality, it's your clutter that's actually inducing the anxiety, not the video - the video is just a reminder... I wonder if it might be necessary to face that anxiety in order to actually eliminate the root cause... 🤔 And btw, I have a big problem with too much stuff and hoarding myself, so I know how you feel... And I haven't been able to deal with my stuff yet, but I feel I need to face the anxiety, rather than continue living in a cluttered mess that constantly stresses me out, just because I'm anxious about the prospect of dealing with it... 😔