Lazy Minimalism Hacks: Declutter With Less Effort

Declutter with ease with these strategies and tips to help you work smarter, not harder! Sometimes people complicate minimalism or make things more difficult than they need to be, but by tapping into these lazy minimalism hacks, you can simplify your life in a way that is easy and sustainable!

While being “lazy” can get a bad reputation, if we can take an easier approach to accomplishing a task, that can be a great thing! We can then preserve our energy and time, and will be more likely to reach our goals. That’s a win-win!

I wish you luck on your decluttering and minimalism journey!

[mariahsmom]

Selling things can be a real pain. If you hold yourself to it, it can be a deterrent to buying. You think "Ill have to sell this someday" and all of a sudden, you dont want to buy it anymore. ☺

[gaywells]

We had a garage sale - lots of furniture, lamps, purses, gems, etc - 10 years ago before moving into a much smaller house. I learned that I didn’t like seeing people take away my things. I much preferred dropping them off at donation centers, where I never saw who took my things. And I hated the way I felt when someone offered half of the value I’d put on an item. Just give the stuff away and bless somebody!

[wendybesse]

This works well for people suffering w chronic pain & depression who arent Lazy but rather have limited ability.
I love these suggestions! ❤

[jennierollins]

Everything you tell us is so realistic. I love that. It actually makes me stop in my tracks, think about it, and then say she is so right. The part about trying to sell items is far too frustrating. Thank you for the enlightenment. 🌍☮️🌲

[jennyjenkins]

Paperwork is usually dreadful to go through because it's so tedious and causes a lot of decision fatigue to look at each and every piece of paper. I used your tip to make decluttering more comfortable by bringing it to my couch and watching TV with my partner at the same time. It would have been hell (and maybe not completed) if I had been in a room by myself with no comfort or entertainment. There were times when I painfully sat on a hard floor going through bins when I could've brought them to a bed or couch to be comfortable during the process.

[beep-beepwatermelon]

The day I decided to stop trying to sell things to make some money off the “waste” of getting rid of things, was the day I really started making progress. There has been so much value to getting rid of <80% that money can’t buy 😂 that’s the beauty of it! The best problem solver, and dopamine hit is getting rid of the stuff!
If you’re starting out your journey, congratulations! You’re in for a better future.

[suzanchristiaanse]

What helps in deciding to sell or donate: how much time would you spend to sell something and what is your hourly rate in your job.

I love that you mention not to donate TRASH! I worked with a donation center and they waste so much time throwing away dirty or broken things

[rl]

Hi Sarah, Happy New Year! I have been trying to become more minimal for years with slow but sure progress. In 2024 I FINALLY achieved a milestone. I have tried to complete the month long minimalism game for years but always fell short and stopped before completing. My husband does not like to get rid of anything so I was limited to things that were mine and I would talk myself out of finishing thinking if he did not declutter, it would not make a difference. Well, I completed 31 days today, decluttering just my possessions and I feel great. The house feels cleaner and more spacious as do the closets, cupboards and drawers. I just had to share this victory with someone and encourage anyone who is in a similar circumstance to go for it!

[elaineforan]

A system that works for me with textiles is that I have some small collapsible laundry baskets that I use as a recycle, donate or reuse pile (I am a sewer). Anything shoddy goes straight to recycling, useable goes to donate and certain fabrics I need for particular projects goes into the third basket. The baskets are intentionally small so that they must be emptied regularly. It works for me. I have less clutter in my wardrobe.

[schnder]

Great video, great advice. It is so much easier to take a drawer at a time rather than the whole kitchen. Keeping a designated donate spot. I have also found that all the time trying to recoup dollars by selling items is not worth it. I donate to thrift shop where funds go help the local animal shelter. I want to give them so much more since it is helping pets in need. Thank you for your years of great advice!

[olderandwiser]

I separate clothing, towels, and other fabric items that have stains, rips, or would just not sell and I bag them as recycle. St. Vincent DePaul takes this to be recycled. Hefty has a new program in several states to recycle normally non recycle items such as plastic straws, drink cups, Styrofoam, fruit and vegetable bags, cereal box liners, pet food bags, plus almost all plastic film. Now my recycle bin goes out every week and my trash only goes out to the landfill every 3-4 weeks.

[MrJojomylove]

Very good tips and your video pace is nice, not to fast not to slow. A great tip people forget id not donating trash

[insulanerin]

Totally agree with the "donate not sell" approach. Only worth it for expensive items, not for small stuff. In my neighbourhood we put stuff in boxes next to the pavement and everyone takes what they like. Not exactly legal, but it works.

[lisauhalley]

This is my 1st video & it won't be the last, great advice. I usually skim through some videos. I watched with entusasim, she is a excellent communicator & very calming. I am desperately trying to let go of items. I've been shown a easier way to tackle my cluttered room. Thank you. Very stress free

[FrancesThompson-dk]

Such an enlightening comment about trying to sell stuff!! It's not so good as other people make it out to be. Just hard work and frustrating for very little reward

[donnaharris]

All good advice. I will have a house full of guests in 3 months. My goal is to use up everything in the house that I can, including food, until that time. I’m on a no buy phase.

[jeanmarie]

The hacks you share are helpful. I have used most all of them. Doing 2023 year end paper review/declutter so I grabbed a stack from the bin and brought them to the dining room table and a comfortable chair, pleasant area and the sun is shining. I chose to watch your video as a reward for reviewing them. Then, in real time, you recommend taking things to a comfortable spot and limiting the time spent :) 💕

[littleanina]

Thanks for talking about not donating garbage! Its so important to mention. Sometimes its really better to just throw things away (and buy more intentional next time!). And if you are donating to an organization, always ask what they need first, dont just dump your stuff for them to deal with. Great video👏🏻👏🏻 I never declutter without entertainment 😂

[That.Lady.withtheYarn]

I did go through some drawers before Christmas. I found a nice tart baking dish I never used don’t remember how long I had it… Christmas gift along with some rose tea

[sundewdesigns]

Really liked your tips! Very grounded and more unique ideas. :)