5 TIPS FOR A CLEAN, TIDY HOME | Easy ways to simplify

Today I want to share the little things I do to try to keep my home tidy and clean! (These things help me in the decluttering process and moving toward minimalism!)

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[vondrabejot]

Having my house cleaned is such a treat to me. I would rather do that than have a massage or nails done. It's my number one self care for me.

[Shylaoutdoors]

Never feel ashamed for having a house cleaner!! I used to feel horrible when I couldn’t clean the house because of my extreme pain (I have severe scoliosis) and it was a constant shame cycle. Now I have a cleaner come once in a while to help me with the showers and other places that would put in bed for days!

[nanchesca]

I used to have a cleaning business. Your house would have been a dream to clean, even at it's 'messiest'!

[annademo]

Your advice on containers has just helped me organize my bathroom in 10 minutes. Just wanted to let you know that your work is important.

[MatiasRijoM]

Quick Summary Here, cause I am starting minimalist journey and need this tips as well!
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Get Rid of Container
01:40 Start and end the day with 5 minutes of tidying
03:04 Use your automated washers regularly
05:48 Have people over regularly (actually super smart haha)
06:30 Hire professional cleaners

[Sophie-piov]

I loved the point of the containers. It is true, less things makes the life easier! 😊

[lu_re]

My sister once told me that hiring a cleaning service was the best decision she ever made. 🤣. She and her husband both work F/T and have 3 active/athletic kids. Guess it helps to keep the chaos at bay.

[kat_thefruitbat]

Amazing tips and solutions! ❤ One of my favorite motivations to tidy or clean comes from Dana K White— she says to set a timer when you do a task you don’t like to do (emptying the dishwasher, doing laundry, etc.). These tasks often feel like they take a lot longer than they actually do, simply because we don’t enjoy doing them. You end up being surprised by how fast the tasks actually take when you time yourself— and this can be motivating next time you need to do it because you’ll remember and think “hey, the dishwasher only takes me 5 minutes to empty. I can fit that in right now while my pasta is boiling.” Takes away a lot of overwhelm / anxiety for me! 👍👍

[gracieroblescrosstherapy]

We have people to help us too. We are retired and yes, we do clean and keep up the house but is nice to have help for the deep cleaning that is always needed… love it! ❤

[youtimeful]

Great points. I started to follow Diane in Denmark’s version of the Fly Lady system and pick one or two rooms a week to clean. In a month, I have cleaned the entire house and it never gets away from me. Part of the process is to declutter in the rooms when you are there so I have my surfaces cleaned off so cleaning is easier. Now I don’t need hours of cleaning, honestly it is ~15 mins and I am done! Good for you for asking for help. that is why it’s there!

[shelbybell]

I so agree about cleaners! Having scheduled cleaners (even light cleaning) is a great motivator for me. I tidy like for company so that surfaces are clear for them to clean best and so that I get a clean clean house out of the deal. Best decision ever! I always wondered why people used cleaners but there’s still PLENTY for me to do as far as tidying/decluttering/deep cleaning that I can’t lay someone else to do (or not as easily) and they are so fast!

[CT]

I've just decided to go through tens of thousands of digital photos and delete ones I don't care about. I decided I'll go through all photos from this date for the past years, so on Dec 30, 2022- I'll go look at photos for 12/30/21 and 12/30/20 etc and delete those I don't want. This keeps it manageable and by the end of the year hopefully I'll only have photos I want!

[petitebuwet]

It's lovely to see your dog being featured in the video! ❤

[andeebee]

A hundred percent with you on the house cleaner if/when you can afford it. It takes away so much mental chatter and guilt at not being able to do it all too.

[sandykrieger]

Thanks and take care of yourself. Moderation is key with MS. I recently saw the 30 second rule and it is so easy. If you can do something in 30 secs, just do it; don't put anymore thought into it. Maybe this will help someone.

[gwenj]

When my 3 kids were little, I often had a monthly house cleaner. It was the only way I could keep up!

[paulahart]

i really appreciate the content of these videos regarding decluttering. The emotional aspects of it are addressed intentionally, not just how to declutter and by more stylish storage containers. The questions answered are why, what is the driving force and how to go about solving it. Please continue Eilan!!!

[kamloopscruiser]

I agree with all these tips. When I was a young RN with a family working 12 hour shifts I finally got housecleaning service and oh my what a joy. Later I quit nursing to homeschool our then teens through high school and stopped but I’ve never forgotten the benefits.

I would spend my limited time & energy budget de cluttering & putting away so they could physically clean my space.

A lot of people confuse those 3 aspects of having a clean space. De cluttering and putting away aren’t “cleaning” but to clean effectively they need attention and those are things the cleaners can’t do.

I didn’t even think about it till I hired them but I immediately realized if they had to move my clutter or pile up some stuff to put away that still left me to deal with the stuff plus it ate up their time. I wanted them to clean, but only I knew where stuff lived or if it could be tossed or donated instead.

[lynnlasak]

Yup, I do all these things! You rock! Same exact thoughts on cleaning!

[demolka]

I’m having my flat clean by a professional on Monday. I’m stressed but happy that I decided to try.