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I used to have all kinds of books and DVD's in the bedroom but after realizing that I was not going to reread most of the books and I only ever watched the same four DVD's I sold and donated the rest. ( Why there were DVD's with no television in the bedroom is anybodies guess. ) I then got rid of the bookshelves and removed my closet door in order to place my dresser inside. Having done that I only use the dresser surface as a space to fold laundry that I am putting back into the dresser itself. With the room being open I then tackled the inside of the nightstand which now only has two containers to loosely store a few necessary items. The surface of the nightstand now has two plants and a ceramic animal figure that is a sentimental gift. The only other item in the room besides hanging plants is a wooden bench with hairpin legs that has a few trailing plants on it but nothing under it. The only item under my bed is a floor pillow that I pull out for meditating. As for bedding I invested in a really good sheet set and I just wash them once a week and place them back on the bed. Because I live in a warm environment I also invested in a weighted blanket and an all weather organic comforter. My bedroom is easily my favorite room in the house since making it tranquil.

I'm always surprised by how much dust collects under the bed so I don't like to store anything there anymore. A bed with built in drawers underneath might be nice though. I already decluttered my dresser and keep all of my clothing in the closet but they would be great for storing extra bedding because that's one area where I'm a bit of a maximalist. Even though I'm in Canada, we get temperature extremes both ways, not just cold. Therefore, I have 2 light cotton sheet sets, a flannel and fleece set for the colder months, and a light and heavier bedspread. We don't really use blankets but I keep the sentimental ones that my mom and aunt made for me in case of a power outage. On the other hand, my daughter is gifted so many blankets and quilts so I'll have to see if she's willing to declutter any of them. She also has linens for the bed at her apartment as well as her bedroom here and she's moving back home at the end of the month so that number can hopefully be reduced too.

Thanks for the refresher! I got rid of my dresser during the course and haven't looked back. It's wonderful having the open space and not having a surface to collect things. I do have Grandma's rocker but I'm thinking it's time to let it go. She passed away 20 years ago and since I've had it, it collects stuff. I recently started hanging my gently worn clothes on black hangers I already had so I know to wash them after the second wear and that is working. It would be better if I did it immediately after taking them off instead of the rocker being a temporary space.

My command center needs some filing!

Thanks Sarah! Instead of just watching, I got up and cleared the peninsula in my kitchen! Now the dishwasher is running with lots of empty containers that had food in them for work and more. Bags are back in the foyer area I created during your course. That makes them easy to put back in the car because they are hanging beside my keys! I recently heard of someone "hushing a room" by removing everything and only bringing back what you need or love. You explained this years ago and I just needed the reminder. ♥

Thanks Sarah 😴

I still get too attached to clutter. I don't know why. I still use that journal called Throw It Away by Guru Notebooks. Helps a bit.

Thank you Sarah ❤️ we only have our bed, a night stand on each side. that's it. We like simple.

I'll have to think this about this because my young adult daughter is moving back home at the end of the month and her ADHD tendency is to drop her belongings wherever is most convenient. My partner already claimed a section of the kitchen counter for his drop zone and charging station. Our family's main command center works great though. It's just a wall calendar to keep track of work schedules/appointments/events and a small basket with some markers for the calendar plus a notepad and pens and pencils.

Thank you Sarah.👍👍♥️ We use our kitchen. We have a calender, and a eraseable whiteboard on the wall for appointments and notes. Also have a note pad on the side of the refrigerator for grocery list.

Hi Sarah, thank you again for uploading this course ❤ Even while being something of a pro minimalist after living this lifestyle for 5 years, I still get value from this material. And as a fan of neatly organized things, I really enjoy how logically yet naturally this course is organized!

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maybe my mind works differently but I need to have my decor items on my surfaces because if it's a clean clear surface that's when clutter tends to hang around because it's available space to put it. whilst with decor I try my best to clear the clutter so that it looks exactly how I want it

You're the second UA-camr today I watched who said not to keep looking at email and for me it's not necessary. Thanks Sarah

My husband and I are estate planning and I asked my immediate family what they want when we are gone. I offered them some of those items now so that they can begin to enjoy them in their homes before we are gone.

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Hi Sarah! I love your videos. They always inspire. I wish you a lovely summer! / Stina

Good one Sarah 👍 I like clear surfaces for sure. I get easily overwhelmed by visual stimulation so this appeals to me 😊 I see this more when I go to other people's houses and wonder why I'm tense and realised part of it is because of the amount of stuff they have on surfaces, furniture and walls. I have removed surfaces in my space to compliment my need for simple 🙌

This is an important one but a battle I can't win because my partner has ADHD and needs to have all his important items out in the open. I've tried clearing out a top drawer in the kitchen right below his spot on the counter where he drops everything and a tray for a "clutter trap" of sorts but Surrender seems to be the only viable option. He needs a section of counter space for his command center and that's just a reality and compromise I have to accept.

Thank you Sarah ❤️ Nothing like clean and decluttered surfaces.

Much needed topic❤ Will try the Quick Start Method. Bag will be donated with the things I haven’t used.

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Windowsills and wall ledges are flat surfaces too!

Do you still sell your book, or is it no longer being offered?

Thank you Sarah ❤️

Wow, what a crazy coincidence that I just decluttered a pen/pencil holder today because my desk has drawers!

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I'm a minimalist in this category because I only have a wallet on a string and no purses or totes or backpacks. I'll still find some things I can remove like proof of vaccinations and some other random papers and cards. Of course, I carried a diaper bag/larger purse when my daughter was a baby/child. I guess I'd just use a reusable shopping bag if I had to carry something big these days.

Thank you Sarah ❤️ I have a small purse and I carry my keys, small wallet, small kleenex, hand wipes, lip balm, and cell phone.

Where did you get this sleek wallet?

I have to admit that my everyday essentials has been a process of trial and error as well as going through a "de-influencing" stage. I used to allow myself to get sucked into buying a lot of unnecessary stuff just for the sake of aesthetics or because I thought it would be useful or fun, but the novelty of constantly having new things just gets old after a while. Nowadays, I tend to streamline and organize items based on what I'm doing that particular day. I find that I don't need much whenever I'm out and about doing errands, or even when I attend different social activities. For work, however, I do tend to bring a few more things with me because I like to keep all my bases covered. So far, I'd say that this system is working and that makes me feel happy and satisfied 😊

the seasonal check in is a good point, because in the winter we are more likely to carry gloves or a hat type of item where as in the summer sunglasses work best.

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Thanks Sarah. I saw the bow tie in one of the pictures and remembered Jake's collection 😂

How to declutter when you dont have your weight stable? I have clothing for at least 3 sizes because of my weight variarions. I also keep smaller favourite pieces in the hope i will fit on them again...advice?

Thanks Sarah for these food ideas. 👍👍❤

My partner is the king of this! He makes an interesting concoction for his first breakfast. It has Cream of Wheat, chia seeds, crushed flax, avocado, cinnamon, and more. Second breakfast is a cheese omelet. He almost always has some quinoa prepared for work lunches and dinner. To go with that, he makes a mixture of chickpeas, black beans, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning. Of course, you could switch it up by serving it with rice instead, topping it with cheese, eating it in a taco or as a dip with tortilla chips. My daughter is a vegetarian, so some of our go-to items are things like the Impossible Burger and Yves Italian veggie sausages (either on a bun or with pasta) with a side salad.

You make complex subjects easy to understand.

You and Joshua Becker talked about clothing this week so I took the hint. I didn't have too much to weed out but pushed the warmer clothes to the back since it's in the 80s & 90s. I did find a brand new dress I bought (inexpensively) and still haven't worn, so it's going on the facebook no buy/no sell group as well as a few other things.

Thanks Sarah 👍 I'm enjoying these lessons ⭐ The food photos look appetising to me 😋

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Love these tips! This category is the most challenging to minimize because I love fashion. But I regularly pare down for uniform and type. Season is a big factor too. It's easier to wear summer clothes in winter because you can layer, than the other way around.

I've probably done half a dozen rounds of decluttering my clothes but I thought of several more items that need to go while watching this video! If I really get real with myself, I can probably fill a trash bag with donations, so that will be my goal this weekend. Thanks for the inspo!

Thank you Sarah. One in one out. Great strategy to minimalize your wardrobe. 👍👍♥️

Nice to see you here again!! I'm overdue for a wardrobe overhaul. Thanks for the great ideas!

Another helpful lesson Sarah 👍 Minimal uniform clothing for me, comfortable, functional and navy blue!

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