Routines make decluttering progress last, and decluttering makes routines easier. It all works together. Mentioned: www.aslobcomes... Playlist of lots of kitchen decluttering videos: • Clutter FREE Kitchen T...
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@marthar43703 жыл бұрын
I like you...no annoying background music...it's clear cut, no nonsense. Subbing.
@hlegler3 жыл бұрын
Anyone here ever drink out of a breakfast bowl or measuring cup because the glasses and mugs were all in the sink? Yeah...me neither. BTW, I love this lady--and she has the best audio podcast called "A Slob Comes Clean Podcast"!!! If you love her, but just aren't getting enough of her from KZfaq, then check out her podcast (and her books). She has HUNDREDS of super inspiring episodes about every decluttering topic imaginable.
@beckyshell4649 Жыл бұрын
I have been out of glasses and used a mug or a bowl instead of a plate. What helped me with the dishes was to get rid of almost all of them and start over. I bought loose Corelle plates and bowls and new glasses. I removed the Rubbermaid containers and replaced them with glass containers with lids. When things are uniform and you have only what you need (plus a few)there is more room, and you must keep up with dishes.
@glendaw52213 жыл бұрын
Please do as many videos as you can in 2021. I’ve listened to both of your books as well as podcasts. You, Dana K. White, have changed my life. I really thought I was the only “slob” in the world. My house is neater, though sometimes still messy. But everything has a home and a 5-10 minute “whammy” (as we call a tidy-up) does the trick. Thank you. ❤️
@tiffanytempleton22013 жыл бұрын
YES!!! Please do!
@Diniecita3 жыл бұрын
I thought I was the only one too. Her container theory changed my life! And now Im storing my storage containers with the lids on and its so much less stressful. And I got rid of all the extra pieces that had no matches.
@simonethach71343 жыл бұрын
This is few years ago..my parents would buy buying new things but won't give away old one. One day I started decluttering when they home they freak out and said I just wanted to throw away everything that still good condition....I said we got all this new stuff we're not going to use old one anymore so why keep it around they said just in case we ran out... I said if we ran out we'll wash it 🤯 my mom said you're right go ahead and donate them 😂...we end up donated half of our belongings. Now anything we don't need or use will be donated. Our house is organized and clean all time or doesn't take long to clean or reset...I clean up and wash dishes every night kitchen is the heart of the house.
@lynnegordon67493 жыл бұрын
Good for you Simone! And for your parents. What a positive change! If you can, so can I❤ Lynne
@simonethach71343 жыл бұрын
@@lynnegordon6749 watching all kitchen decluttering video motivated me to go thru my kitchen and declutter more this morning 😁.
@juliasandoval65343 жыл бұрын
Sooo... if you don't follow a routine you feel like you need more. If you follow a routine you realize you have enough. I love this and I think it applies to many parts of life! (Just a few day ago I actually started a routine of running the dishwasher every night and unloading it every morning. I can't believe how simple that makes my life! I'm so tuned in to this video.)
@24carrotgold83 жыл бұрын
I own "Decluttering at the Speed of Life". I read one chapter at a time and then text my friend in another state. We discuss then implement. We are not at the point of sustaining our routines, but we exchange before and after photos as we make progress👍🥳🤗
@rachelhellman54673 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your humorous, down-to-earth, no nonsense way of creating a better space. I really hope you make more videos during this coming year! Thanks for the content and looking forward to more!
@andreasupermommy3 жыл бұрын
Agree!! 100%
@MixitupMarci3 жыл бұрын
Yes please!
@diehardpbrfan3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back. I am learning so much from you. I often need motivation. I watch you and I feel better
@ugzy3 жыл бұрын
I knew Dawn and Cass before taking the Take hour house back course but I didn’t know you... my, was I missing something ! I love your no non-sense approach and really your « where would I look for it » question is a life changing question !! It makes so much sense to me, thanks so much for being you !
@Kids-eo4hg3 жыл бұрын
I felt the same way! Thank you Dana for the non-sense approach :)
@freshstartgreencleaning3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that question is key! Also, would it occur to me I have this? 😆
@sueyancey1853 жыл бұрын
YES YES YES! Same here! I knew Dawn, not Dana and Cass- I just love listening to you DANA, I am a lot like you!! especially when it comes to sentimental items,...THANK YOU for being you!
@ricklinkinlv3 жыл бұрын
I find myself asking that question with every odd thing I find now 😅 It's so logical!
@kristinahernandez5643 жыл бұрын
If you’re like me and do not have time to read.. listen to her audiobooks!!! They are read by her and loaded with humor, great ideas, and motivation!
@katherinelipari66103 жыл бұрын
I love her audiobooks too! So funny :)
@suzy16763 жыл бұрын
Listening to the 1st book 📖 now on Audible! ❤ it! Yay for Dana! 🥳 Her perspective is SO spot on for so many of us who thought we were simply failures!
@KTquiltsandsews3 жыл бұрын
Yep! Just checked out both of them at the library.
@kristinahernandez5643 жыл бұрын
@@suzy1676 I didn’t think to check my library, great idea! I bought a subscription to the Scribd app for her audiobooks. I ended up keeping the subscription after the free trial because I really liked it.
@suzy16762 жыл бұрын
"There is a vicious cycle to excess." Love This!! Always Learn something new! 🤩
@alexa5743 жыл бұрын
That was an "aha" moment for me when you said that you trust yourself to do your dishes every night, so you knew your favorite dishes would be available,,,I hadn't heard it phrased that way, but it's true, consistently cleaning or doing dishes every night is caring enough about yourself to keep your commitments to your future self!
@nancyschaecher25483 жыл бұрын
Your explanation is spot on. A year ago I decided I did t so many place settings, plus glasses, stemware, silver wear, etc. it was very difficult to keep it all accessible in my kitchen. Since we are no longer raising children (my oldest is 50 today) we didn’t need so much in the kitchen. My husband was truly annoyed and let me know it. We’ve been proud that we don’t use disposables. I took all the excess and put in 2 laundry baskets for when we might need them. So my kitchen then looked like it had so much more cupboard space. I just love it. I don’t have to move something to access something else. You are just so right. There is empty space in my cupboards!!! Now I need to move on to paper clutter. This video truly is a blessing.
@linda97313 жыл бұрын
First, thank you for your humor and devotion teaching us about the touchy subject of decluttering. I am excited to engage in the process. I look forward to your videos and realize what you are teaching us can be learned/practiced at any stage of life. I am a senior citizen and "the joy of acquiring things isn't my thing anymore." Thank you for your knowledge--Review, Release, Repeat.
@granitemoss14513 жыл бұрын
I have not had a dishwasher since we bought our house 17 years ago. We planned to put one in but i didn't want to lose the cabinet space. So I was EVERYTHING for our family of 4 by hand, all the time. I currently have a tween and a teen home full time with me and my spouse always brings lunch from home, so I keep up with 4 people's worth of dishes, by hand, day in and day out. This means I wash dishes 3 or 4 times a day, but by doing it after every meal or so, it only takes 5 or 10 minutes at a time. I rarely leave dishes in the sink overnight except for perhaps a few cups. I can't stand waking up to lots of dishes (or tough dishes) to be done! We each use the same cup all day, that helps keep down the amount of washing to be done.
@danaerakstad79243 жыл бұрын
I just ditched all our dishes besides Corelle too. My mom even told me she doesn't like our corelle but I literally love them. They are so easy to wash and store. I was so happy to see a video from you. Thank you for taking the time to put this out.
@damitapparel6893 жыл бұрын
Doing the dishes every day has saved us thousands in food. We used to order in almost every second day because there wasmt clean pots or plates. Thank you for making it easy to keep my house under control for me for the first time in my life!
@joveehekmatara6753 жыл бұрын
I literally had a hard time putting away my dachshund Christmas mug because I love it so much, I didn't realize that wasn't the only reason why I liked it. lol. Listening to Decluttering at the Speed of Life while I work. Thanks to the Minimal Mom for leading me to you.
@80sgrl4evr723 жыл бұрын
"There's a vicious cycle to excess." I resemble that remark.
@renaeans67933 жыл бұрын
Dana’s first book , was the first one that made things click for me . It’s been 5 years and I still refer to it . If you are a slob trying to come clean , just go get it !
@heatherh92003 жыл бұрын
Routines have saved me! I read the managing your home book and listened to the decluttering book. You have made a HUGE difference in my home and life!
@carolsailer13953 жыл бұрын
I’ve followed The Minimal Mom & Clutterbug for a few years... I recently saw the video of you 3 & realized I am liking your concept of putting something away right away!!! I agree, I sort things & then I get tired and realize I have a huge mess!!! Please do more videos!! I am tired of messes!! I recently saw a video of yours from 4 yrs ago & loved how you said start with visual clutter first, instead of drawers & cabinets!!! That was huge for me!!! Thanks!!
@annarepke11183 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! I LOVE my Corelle. Plain white and I can add colors and fun decor any time of the year!
@lindsaypinsy3 жыл бұрын
KZfaq needs you Dana! We all need you!!
@fatemakw99903 жыл бұрын
I read How To Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind recently and literally laughed out loud at so many parts. I love how you GET the project mindset and just everything... and I also love your sense of humor! Thanks for sharing your breakthroughs with us in such an approachable way :)
@tporters13 жыл бұрын
We got rid of our chipped and heavy stoneware dishes we'd been using since we were married 30 years ago and replaced them temporarily with Corelle dishes. Six years later, we're still using them and, except for replacing the gnarly-edged ones, I don't think I want a new set. I love your videos, Dana! No pressure here, but I'll be a happy camper for every one you make this year!
@thatscool15503 жыл бұрын
you guys have helped me change my life!!! years of therapy didnt do for me what the year of videos have. That might seem crazy and thats okay, I felt crazy and I felt ashamed and i felt alone. Thank you for being brave and vulnerable for us all!!!! i needed the collab!!!
@lisalife79943 жыл бұрын
Good for you! Keep it up!🙂
@deannamerritt4933 жыл бұрын
I just discovered your channel this past week and I love it. I am so much like you when it comes to my house. It’s a mess. I have to much stuff and I get overwhelmed very easy. I always thought of myself as unorganized (and I am) but have learned that I don’t necessarily have to be organized I just have to declutter. I’m gonna start small and see if I can get my house in some semblance of order. Thank you and I enjoy your videos very much.
@carrieowens49073 жыл бұрын
Upon your suggestion, I have started washing my dishes everyday and I'M SO HAPPY! (We are in the middle of a house renovation so the only dishwasher I have is myself or my children.) I love walking by the sink and it is empty. I get frustrated when it is full and I can't access it. Thank you for this wonderful suggestion. When I put away Christmas I got rid of 6 Christmas Mugs that none of us use! I have also started keeping my storage containers with the lids on. This is another game changer! I don't have to go searching for a lid and it limits what I can keep. (I did keep a few extra lids that match the bottoms - but I feel that it is GREAT progress.) THANKS SO MUCH!!!!
@littlemom20703 жыл бұрын
Dana. I have literally listened to you for hours on your podcast while walking my dog. You’re the only podcast I listen to on normal speed (not 1.5). I like that you make mistakes and don’t edit them out. It makes it seem like I’m having a real (one sided) conversation with my buddy from Texas! Keep making these videos when you can because I also love seeing your face and adorable expressions.
@Smartie1B3 жыл бұрын
Hey! You said not to pressure you, so I’ll just call this “encouragement” (LOL) - just FYI, I REALLY hope you decide to do videos regularly throughout the year, because 1) you’re brilliant, and 2) KZfaq is the only electronic information source I use! Podcasts are nice, but this topic is more effective with a visual component. Thank you for all you do!
@cambriaperez28653 жыл бұрын
I'm in the minimal mom group with Dawn. I've been there since May 2020. We used your book Decluttering at the Speed of Life in a boot camp. And we are starting it again. Love your methods. I binged watched a bunch of your videos at that time and loved them! So good to see a new video 💝 And good luck and congrats on your course you have together with Dawn from the minimal mom and Cas from clutterbug. 💝 Love all of you ladies
@erint9333 жыл бұрын
I love this!😁 I'm laughing bcs we registered before our wedding for about 2-3 full sets of dishes too and we got them all, lol!🤣😬 At the time I was so excited, but now speed up 11 yrs later and I've literally been swimming in piles of dishes. Ok not literally but it feels like it!🤦♀️ I'm SO thankful for y'all sharing your Life- Saving advice on the playlist. Now I followed last wk's playlist advice and minimized my dishes to 1 set each person. I'm so amazed!! This is way easier. It's true it took me letting go if an 'image' of having dinner parties, etc in order to get my kitchen under control. Big thx!!
@lkk49283 жыл бұрын
Great tips Dana and I have the same type and amount of dishes as you. Additional tip - I empty my dishwasher before I go to bed so "the day is done." My step mom had told me years ago that she emptied it before bed and at that time I did not see any value in it and thought she was just a clean fanatic but in the past several years I strive to empty it each night so I don't have to start my day with a chore and the breakfast dishes go right in.
@rhemmadi3 жыл бұрын
She is real cute.. I m in her course... she seems to truly understand our feelings & “grief” & thought process &...... solutions......& explains & presents them in her light hearted manner ...so I thank god for her💕💕 Dana, I m doing my dishes ever day now..🤓
@TheEllaTB3 жыл бұрын
I'm so grateful that I found your books at the library. When I first started reading, I was rolling my eyes at the idea of "wash your dishes every day" . I washed dishes 5 times a day! But I wasn't willing to give up. I knew I needed a boost in my minimalist journey and if there is such a ridiculous suggestion to start the book, there may be more unconventional advice that I hadn't heard yet. And I was right, or rather you were right. Lol I realized that I was avoiding all these other things by washing dishes, but I realized most of the stuff I was avoiding wasn't a big deal. I completely overestimated the time I expected to do many tasks. I also finally grasped the concept that if it makes my brain explode 😂 I need to get rid of it. Man, my house is thanking you! Lol I am so grateful I am still rambling in this comment lol but seriously, Thank you so much!
@TheDriftwoodlover3 жыл бұрын
Dawn introduced you to me a few months ago and just want to say how helpful you've been!
@allisonbarber37703 жыл бұрын
Decluttering at the Speed of Life will be delivered Monday!! You’ve changed my life!!
@thoselittlehands53883 жыл бұрын
Yaay!! I got the audiobook version and before i played it i was like oh noo i didn't check who is the narrator, and fortunately it was her 😍😍😍😍😍 i loved her voice so much, i couldn't stop listening, i got so many badges for breaking the record of listening 🤣🤣 i dont like listening to a different narrator when i already know the author's voice.
@CreatedByGwen3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Dana... I find the way you talk about clutter and routines so so helpful, thank you so much for sharing.
@beckiblack8593 жыл бұрын
Dana, you're adorable. I really wish you would do more videos because you are so adorable. Is there a chance you would be willing to do walk-through tour of your house now that you have it decluttered? I've watched your older videos and have only ever seen little bits and spaces of your house.
@amritarajamani3 жыл бұрын
Please do a house or room tour!!
@teambailey11603 жыл бұрын
Dana, I want to thank you. Such a simple concept but I couldn't do it. Washing your dishes everyday. I used to try the flylady method and it's fine. But I never could do my dishes Her rule was to shine your sink every night. Which means you have to do the dishes. But until I heard you say it. Something clicked. And, it's working it's easy. And I never have dirty dishes in the sink. Every morning I empty the D/W. Then I start loading it. And my boys and hubby are on board too! Thanks again, M. Bailey
@junipertree26013 жыл бұрын
I love corelle. I don't have to have a seperate set of plastic dishes for the kids, the pattern I have is available everywhere if I break a dish, they are easy to wash, and feel super satisfying in my hands. Pretty sure my mom thinks they are tacky, but she doesnt have a BUNCH of small children running around.
@sylviapearson3013 жыл бұрын
You are hilarious and absolutely correct. The one consistent habit I have had all my life managing my home is to do my dishes every day. I do not like getting up in the morning with dishes in the sink. Now with your help, Dawn’s, and Cas, I am hoping to Take My House Back. I really hope you’re able to do more videos, I really enjoy your down to earth tips and witty personality. It must be a Texas thing.
@pameehanson38663 жыл бұрын
Signed up for your class but before I even started I learned your #1 advise declutter then organize. To me now you just gave the visual on how that works. Now to convince my hubby to stay away from my declutter box. I put things to get rid of and he puts them back LOL. I feel like I need to take command of my kitchen and tell him these items are impacting my daily cooking and cleaning of the kitchen. Thanks for sharing.
@AskAngelaBrown3 жыл бұрын
You Rock Woman! High five and hats off to you for kicking off the new year with finesse. Cheers!
@liselottenilsen4083 жыл бұрын
Hi Angela!❤
@s.a30993 жыл бұрын
Angela! Your videos helped me so much when I was starting my house cleaning business!
@joditripp70033 жыл бұрын
Imagine seeing you here! You have been such a big help with my new cleaning business!
@simonethach71343 жыл бұрын
My family eat at different time so I hand wash dishes everyday at 10pm it's been routine for few months now. Our family entry way is the kitchen we've created catch all areas with a bookshelf, basket and hooks, for jackets, shoes, umbrella and mail, keys etc. I'm declutter kitchen often we don't have alot of dishes or keep multiple of same thing anymore. If the kitchen is clean and organized there's less visual clutter and less stress 🤗.
@caricrabtree2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. I love the realistic home background, too. Sometimes when every organizing video is staged in a "perfect" setting, it feels alien lol. Thanks for all you do.
@alexisquinn2784 Жыл бұрын
One of your very best videos because this fully explains why we need to declutter and practice maintenance in tandem with one another in order to own our spaces and own our time. This in unison with the cornerstone practice of take it there now really gets the job done. Excellent videos and books. Thank you.
@Homelifelearning3 жыл бұрын
Lovejoy have done another video, please do more. I love your books. People would always say if it hasn't got a place you can't keep it but I never really understood it then I read your speed of life book and the container concept made it all click. It has also really helped my daughter declutter she was 6 when we started it. Brilliant thank you xx
@sarahk758 Жыл бұрын
The thing I love about your videos, is I’m always learning something new. Even though I’ve been following your methods for awhile now. Thank you for all your work, time, and sharing what you’ve learned! Cracks me up that my sis and mom are now asking me for advice. I’ve always been the slob of our entire family. I Always recommend you to them!!
@cynthiabakke8253 жыл бұрын
I almost forgot how much I love you! I'm so glad I found you again! You GET me, and are like a beacon to get to the light at the end of the tunnel, if that makes sense. Thanks for being you!!!
@midtownfarmgirl54943 жыл бұрын
I love you and your books have changed my life. More than 3 years now of a clean sink 98% of the time, even for more than a year without a dishwasher. That's the only one of your tips that really stuck with me but I am getting into a new habit of completing at least one other weekly chore each day - dusting, floors, toilets, sofa/coffee table, etc. Things that I would save up for the weekend (and then skip for 2-4 weeks) are now done regularly bc they take less than 10 minutes or are just done throughout the day as a walk around with a swiffer.
@susans92583 жыл бұрын
Dana you are so much fun to watch!!! You’ve taught me so much with your basic decluttering questions. I’m listening to your audiobook and am doing the course with you, Dawn & Cas. Thank you so much!!!
@Dedendwight3 жыл бұрын
Do it Dana... the videos and your information is great!!! Besides it a great Side Hustle until it becomes your Main Hustle! Do it girl, we NEED you!
@lisajoy95883 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dana for what you do! The way you think and your methods resonate with me more than any other organizing/decluttering methods ever have. I am sure stuff will always be a big struggle for me but you give me hope. You are a God-send.
@jenAKnND3 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched your videos but never commented. I so much enjoy watching/listening to you! I think I laugh out loud every single time multiple times 😂 I’ve also been reading your declutter book and it’s been great. Please keep the videos coming even though I do go back and watch old ones 🧡
@JustBrenda553 жыл бұрын
I have collected coffee cups for years. I have decluttered cups three different times. I still have THREE kitchen shelves ( one whole two door cabinet) full of cups. I’ve been thinking of getting rid of more. I have also been noticing that I am using the same three or four each week. Thank you for this video! I am going to declutter cups tonight and keep the few that I have been using because of the size and weight lately. You are a Godsend!! Big Hugs 🤗
@renaepetersen23933 жыл бұрын
You're awesome! I don't have a mechanical dishwasher, I have my two hands. I have learned to wash my dishes every single night, I let them air dry till morning, then I put them all away. And so that I don't end up with dishes building up in the sink all day, I've put a dish pan into the microwave where we put the dirty dishes throughout the day so I don't have to see the eyesore until it's time to wash them again. When we use the microwave, we just set the dish pan out on the counter for just those few minutes and put them right back when we're done. Works great for us.
@tracycourtney40013 жыл бұрын
There is a vicious cycle of excess! Best statement I’ve heard to justify decluttering.
@AmandaBaias3 жыл бұрын
Please do regular videos. You have such a fun and positive personality! I want more!
@GoogleUser-wx8mw3 жыл бұрын
I'm binge listening to you on your KZfaq videos with my ear buds while I finally tackle the biggest decluttering job in my home -- boxes filled with paper. Needed the motivation. I feel like you are keeping me company as I listen and let go and move things to where they need to be as they land in my hands. Congrats on having binge listeners! You are such a decluttering guru.
@barbarap68513 жыл бұрын
Dishes math really is a real thing! I finally have my kitchen under control...it's been about 3 years. Routines and decluttering...that's what did it. Consistency
@paige51913 жыл бұрын
I hand wash my dishes. I started out with using paper plates and plastic silverware because I hated doing dishes. So I started using dishes first the silverware came a month later. And I started making myself wash them all at night but 4 kids and countless meals meant so many dishes at night. So I started doing them mid day and night. I now do them when ever I have 5 minutes. Yesterday I was going to mop there were a few dishes in the sink. So I washed them real quick! Now if I'm in the kitchen I wash the couple dishes real quick. After a meal I try to make sure I was at least the plates. I put my counter top strainer in the basement Bought one that fits across the sink. Not even the whole sink just a small one that rest on it. Guess what? My counter is cleared now where the big bulky strainer was which is amazing and the small strainer is all I needed!!
@annarussell37513 жыл бұрын
I hope you can make some more videos. I have both of your books (and read them). I do pretty well with dishes and laundry. Clutter is the issue and last year, it was not anywhere on the priority list. I hope this year is better. I love your ideas!
@janetcovington69383 жыл бұрын
I found your podcast ages ago and read your books as the pandemic began. Then, I discovered that you, Cass and Dawn (favorites on You Tube) were working together on a course. Signed up and off I go. Thanks!,
@StarrREVA3 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to see you again. I found you not too long ago and watched all your old videos. You led me to Dawn and Erica Lucas, Cas and so many others. I miss your honest, funny videos of the battle of clutter.
@Julies-in-a-mood3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for joining me as a “do those dishes every single day” cheerleader! Game changer. Added perk for me is that it’s 1 less decision during my day. I never have to ask myself if the dishwasher is full enough to run: I just add detergent, close the door & hit START. And, don’t let people tell you you’re wasting water. Having to hand-wash a sink of dishes takes more water than today’s energy-efficient machines use. I just love your delivery. You’re so natural, friendly, non-judgmental, and relatable. Keep up the good work! (I’m enjoying the collab through Dawn’s channel, too! ❤️)
@terrielvwl3 жыл бұрын
I have one coffee cup I got in The Hague at the MC Escher museum that is my favorite. The size is not too big that my coffee gets cold and it fits my hand perfectly . The material is thin and light but strong. I really wish I had more because I have never found one I like as much. Sometimes you want extras of things that can't easily be replaced.
@jillbailey16862 жыл бұрын
I hate emptying the dishwasher but I found when I wash every night and the washer isn’t loaded with several days worth of dishes, unloading is a breeze. Plus, I have a place to put my dirty dishes every day instead of the sink. Years ago magazines said to never use the dishwasher unless absolutely full in order to be thrifty. At 66 and widowed, I’m glad to learn a new way and I don’t feel guilty! Thanks for all your videos.
@anitas58173 жыл бұрын
Was excited to see this posted! I know you don’t do a lot of videos but they’re great - thank you! Love your podcasts and the Take Your House Back course too! Thanks!
@KTquiltsandsews3 жыл бұрын
I love you Dana!!! I get busy with work and also when I just plain old don't want to do dishes. I'm on vacation now so have been decluttering and reorganizing. Just got your book at the library. Thank you :))))
@bethnielsen25043 жыл бұрын
Sharing about your favorite coffee mug was eye opening to me. I have a favorite too and I'm sad if its in the dishwasher waiting to be washed. I have a mug tree that holds 6 but only one favorite. That mug tree is full and sitting, or cluttering, my countertop. Time to donate! I have to write out one more thing because I need to share it out loud, know what I mean? My wonderful husband came with 4 or 5 plastic cereal bowls when we married 15 years ago. They are the really old margarine tubs that were made to be used as bowls when the margarine was gone. (He is a farm kid so you don't just get rid of what works...) These, plus the plastic ware we had for our kids to use when they were little (now 13 & 14) are more items I would like to donate but my husband is really resistant. We have a full set of Corelle that are intended for everyday use. I'd really like to pare down but I know I will need to compromise on the margarine bowls... but its a start!
@annw13953 жыл бұрын
I remember those margarine bowls! Lol. They're fantastic.
@susiesharkey95183 жыл бұрын
Yay!! ♥️ love to see you have a video today! Needed the boost, thank you!!😁
@jodi92953 жыл бұрын
please do more videos, you are a bright point in my day! and I am sure many others feel that way.
@joypeters92043 жыл бұрын
I hope you do make more videos.... love it
@Binababies3 жыл бұрын
Dana! Thank you for these books and videos 🙌🏼 I have been listening to them repeatedly over the last year. My house was getting more and more out of control but last year it became a legit hoarding situation. They excessive stuff has taken over and the only thing keeping it from getting worse is your advice and hacks. I’ve been able to actually start donating and making less of a mess when trying to dehoard spaces which has helped SO much. It’s still a work in progress but it feels good to have some hope that I can manage this in time. Seriously, thank you!!
@cheriek38723 жыл бұрын
Ok I just had to come comment about your book. I just started listening to your first book (the name is escaping me). I’m one chapter in and oh my goodness this is SO me!!! The making your home perfect for a party and vowing to keep it that way only for it to go to crap again within a week...guiltily! My family jokes that I need to plan a party to clean my house and the sad part is it’s true. Thank you for writing this book and making me feel like someone else gets me!!!
@delnayr46013 жыл бұрын
I'm not pressuring you, and I would never tell you what to do, buuuut, I love your videos! I especially enjoy the ones where you are two people showing how to handle situations. And I like you best of the three you've been doing your collaboration with. I'm not even cluttered. In fact, my house is generally spotless, but you encourage me to keep staying on top of it! I grew up very, very cluttered. I just love watching your videos better than any of the others on KZfaq.
@jennw6809Ай бұрын
I can't agree more with what you say about the dishes. I went on the same journey as you!! The dishes were always on my mind anyway, so I decided to use my powers for good instead of for evil, LOL. Flylady inspired me to do it 20 years ago, and it completely changed my life. I learned to do the dishes before I had a dishwasher, although thank god, now I have one. But it's possible either way. Eventually I bought a nice set of Denby and felt good about it! It feels good to have one nice set of dishes you enjoy. And I, too, have Corelle at my office where I eat my lunch.
@jaivangesen75253 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! You're a natural. It takes this visual motivation for so many of us. Please, keep em coming.
@JasonDavidson9113 жыл бұрын
I love your videos, Dana. Keep up the good work!
@lindag50763 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dana...I’m in the TBYH group, wasn’t 100% sure it was right for me, but now I believe it’s 98% right for me ! Lol You don’t know how this coffee cup example has helped me so much...I’ve been holding on to 4 that I never drink from but thought I should keep them ...They are going Bye bye...
@lissistar12 жыл бұрын
EVERYTHING you said made SO MUCH SENSE!!
@DeannaPiercy3 жыл бұрын
I don't know if anyone has told you this but you also help those of us who do tend to keep things under control understand the thought processes of those who struggle. I have a lifestyle blog and share homemaking tips. I want to be able to speak to all homemakers, not just those like myself. Thank you for taking the time to really walk us through the thoughts behind the actions (or inactions, as the case may be).
@michelekuhne91793 жыл бұрын
I want you to know that your voice is in my head every time I work on a project. No stuff shifting! Container concept! Do your dishes! Brilliant in its simplicity. I knew you before Dawn but I see you both think alike. During this pandemic our local second hand shop has greatly benefitted from my decluttering efforts.
@asparrow55053 жыл бұрын
Love the wood cabinets and plaid liners
@jacquieb1123 жыл бұрын
Love this video Dana! It’s so true. You are down-to-earth and know from your own experience what works and what doesn’t. Hope you do more videos!
@azhotmom3 жыл бұрын
At first your routine of run the "dishwasher every night"seemed impossible for my family (family of 5 that cooks a lot). We used to run it two or three times a day! But I discovered that if we 1.) Wash the big stuff as we use it (big mixing bowls, butcher knives, etc) and 2.) Make everyone stick to ONE WATER CUP for the day it works!
@katherinelipari66103 жыл бұрын
So happy to see a Dana video! I love the podcast and books, but I love my KZfaq time and it’s great to see you on here! You’ve made such a huge difference for my family. I found you after getting married and thank God I did. Your advice kept my husband and me from getting buried in things from the beginning and now that we have two toddlers I’m so grateful that I know how to keep our home under control!
@valerie21583 жыл бұрын
Dana, I have the same size Kitchen cabinet with the same arrangement of plates and bowls. They are white Corelle, which I love and are so lightweight. Must be a Texas thing! I had pretty blue & white stoneware plates that I hated because they were so heavy and barely fit in the dishwasher. I donated the stoneware. Your decluttering methods are working for me, thank you!
@pamelap.1233 жыл бұрын
Corelle fan here in Ohio also. I have the ones from my childhood and a few more bought in thrift stores. Love them because they are so thin and easy to store. And if they get scratched with utensils, just use a little Barkeepers Friend on the scratch and they look new again.
@caroleslade20123 жыл бұрын
I'm in Australia & love the correlle style plates. Ikea have a similar but much cheaper option. They fit in my dishwasher and cupboard space and are so light.. ❤
@lisalife79943 жыл бұрын
@@pamelap.123 great tip thanks
@kristenrezey8723 жыл бұрын
This is the first video of yours I have seen. We could be friends in real life! Your sarcasm is wonderful!! I subscribed
@katythriftyunder35homeowne573 жыл бұрын
I appreciate how engaging your videos are about decluttering. You make me want to keep watching & you make me feel normal in that organization is a challenge
@asparrow55053 жыл бұрын
I've been finding this out the hard way lol. This is why I do the restaurant quality cook/bake/dinnerware (still working on that bit. The corelles are the closest affordable home option I've found). Having to baby every single item really puts a kink in your routines.
@mariaolker3 жыл бұрын
My favorite coffee cup is a Christmas one. I use it all year round.
@KICLEI_CANADA3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I literally use the same cup so does my husband. I kept my one nicest set of dishes. Wash them each meal. Super easy
@sojournerx23 жыл бұрын
You girls are my favorite people!!! Seriously! Love y’all. It’s more than just about decluttering... it’s about functioning and what “fits” you/me. I’m in a role...you, Dawn, Diana, and the cluttering gal have blessed my world!
@pvg12363 жыл бұрын
41 seconds in and you already have me laughing! Love your videos. Soooo glad I found you via Dawn at Minimal Mom. You, Dawn, and Cas are an amazing trifecta of awesomeness to watch and listen to. I so wish I could have been a fly on the wall when you three were together in one place at one time (well, at least until one of you noticed the fly and took action. LOL!).
@axthelmsr3 жыл бұрын
I wish you would make more videos. I LOVE your books! They changed how I do life. Really!! You are fantastic!! And hilarious 😂
@Ann.shecopeswithhope3 жыл бұрын
Great! I abandoned my declutter journey for so long that I know you as Nony! Dawn got me back onto you when she featured Decluttering at the Speed of Life! I’m so glad... a life saver! I’m on it for good now...thank you so much!!!! Brilliant & you’re adorable. I relate to your stories SO much and feel encouraged. Bless you 🥰
@lianna18693 жыл бұрын
Read both of your books and started loosely following flylady about two years ago. Completely changed my days and nights. After following Dawn this summer and first knowing I can do with less because I have my routines from you and flylady meant I could declutter with confidence. ❤️
@Lemon17053 жыл бұрын
Giiiiirl what a great message. I live by that principle too and I have to say it works and it feels amazing to have your household under control 🥳💪🏼