Biggest Home Organisation Mistakes You Need To Avoid

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Not Having A Place For Everything
01:55 - Putting Things Down Not Away
02:44 - Not Corralling
03:38 - Not Thinking Function First
04:56 - Not Having Drop Zone
06:07 - Buying Containers First
06:58 - Too Much Open Storage
07:33 - Overcomplicated Systems
08:15 - Holding Onto Things You Don't Use
09:31 - Trying To Do Everything At Once

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[garyhenderson]

My home is always messy because I spend to much time watching you tube videos about things rather than doing them.

[lindagear]

My grandmothers mantras run through my head, "have a place for everything and everything in it's place" and "don't put it down put it away", Love the calmness of this video.

[Solitaire]

I find when you’re not motivated get up and get started anyways.. just starting is very motivating.

[LaHermitess]

Amidst what must be hundreds if not thousands of YouTube videos on organizing, decluttering, simplifying, or minimizing one's possessions, this is one of the clearest, most concise, and realistic guides to having a genuinely clutter free home that I have yet come across.
I can't say that every concept is novel and revolutionary, but you set things out so clearly and in such a calm & sequential format that there is minimal risk of feeling overwhelmed.
Yet another success in your inventory of very practical and useful guides to home decorating, configuring, and maintaining ... thank you.

[charlenelynch]

I tend to deal with the things that make my house messy so I keep putting my kids in their room but they keep coming out 😂
I agree with these points, compartmentalizing helps a lot. My paper work needs a better solution.

[anaalves]

The tip about putting similar items on a tray makes such a big difference. I have one in my kitchen next to the stove for olive oil, salt and pepper etc. One in my bathroom for perfumes and one on the bathroom vanity for my husband's shaving gear. It really helps it to look more organised and intentional and more high end as well. And definitely put things away in their designated place, this is a sticky point in our home, my husband and daughter are totally useless at this, i no longer put things away for them, i call them and get them to put items where they belong.

[catherineelmandouh]

I started this process several years ago. It requires some discipline, but is so beneficial. My life has changed drastically. I’m so much more productive and happy. Biggest challenge was letting go of STUFF. It was necessary for me to cognitively select what I should keep and what I could let go. Why live in a muddled mess when clarity is available. ❤

[tayloranderson]

love that "putting things away instead of just putting them down"

[Coco-zuob]

I don't know if this guy has anything new wisdom to impart, but I find his calm voice very soothing.

[ilax]

Marie Kondo motivated me.. problem is everything I own brings me joy. I subscribed to your channel because your voice is so calm without sounding judgemental. My clutter is causing me shame.

[fancynancy]

Living in a small apartment I realize that any item (no matter how small) out of place makes the whole place seem disorganized and invites more items. There is no extra space to obscure or distract the eye. I feel I am constantly organizing or tidying up.

I have found that organizing like any other endeavour (weight loss or fitness routine for example) is about changing your habitat, not your habits, to suit you.

[robinq]

As I grow older I am aware of short term memory loss. So my decluttering and organization projects have revolved around establishing simple and better habits to help my future self. The most logical and likely place where things should go must include asking "where would I look for this first?" Also, "can this be put away as easily as it is to leave out?" which helps me to have fewer drop zones. Most times I get it right but sometimes it is still a hunt!

[LondonGal]

I loved the questions to ask yourself, in case you holding on to things you don’t need. No, no and no again 😊 Thank you so much for creating these amazing videos with great tips in the most calming voice😊

[nicolethompson]

Rule no. 1: have less stuff. Declutter!!!

[buffysummers]

I really appreciate the delivery of all of this. It didn't feel shamey -- just, matter-of-fact. Also, a lot of these tips were extremely realistic and accessible. Thanks! Subscribing!

[duvessa]

This video is a lovely reminder to me to get back to decluttering, organizing, and simplifying my life! Thank you 🌸

[kaktusdesiberie]

This video should pinned at the top of organizational videos list. Very good advices!

[Jenesis]

I love trays big and small. I use them to hold items in kitchen, on coffee/side tables, bathroom counters, and top of chest (jewelry etc.). I organize my clothing items based on seasons and types. If i want a pair of shorts I know exactly where to find it. My mom is my opposite. She never organizes after laundry. She just put things away into empty space. She always complains about not having enough to wear or cannot find something. I organize her clothing items based on types and seasons. A few months later it’s chaos again.

[bwillan]

The tip I've seen for organizing and keep your home clean is to limit the amount of horizontal surfaces. They are magnets for clutter.

[juliemarkham]

I like the idea of active and passive zones.