*NEVER* Get Rid Of These 12 Things When Decluttering!

Today I'm sharing 12 items to never declutter! These are items you should keep while you're decluttering. Sometimes when you start decluttering, it can be easier to start with what to keep so start here :) #declutteringandorganizing #decluttering #minimalism

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[tarynmaria_]

Today I'm sharing 12 items to never declutter! These are items you should keep while you're decluttering. Sometimes when you start decluttering, it can be easier to start with what to keep so start here :)

[RockPunkBallerina]

I hardly cook and I have this huge pot I inherited in my kitchen. It's like a witch's cauldron. I thought realistically I'm never going to cook for that many people but I also thought if I ever wanted to buy a pot like that, it would be expensive to buy it. I have enough room in the kitchen so I kept it. Fast forward to present day and our building is having issues with gas so I have no warm water in the bathroom. That huge pot is suddenly very useful to heat up water on the stove and use it for showering while things get fixed.

[triciac]

I mentioned to my son how I should get rid of a lot of things. He said if it makes you happy you should keep it. That comment sure made me happy.

[lauramitchell]

We rented a lake cabin for a week with another couple. I said, “ to cut down on dishwashing, why don’t we both bring our oddball paper products from past parties to use for breakfast, lunch, dessert and snacks.(we ate on real dishes for dinner, it was worth it.) It turned out to be so much fun and thrifty. For breakfast we ate on “It’s a Girl!” pink plates and lunch was on Super Bowl plates and napkins, etc.

[shantalynn]

I want to thank you particularly for saying don't declutter other people's things. In my work, I hear from people with mental health and addiction issues. It is amazing how many people have a painful traumatic injury that still hurts them from other people taking and throwing out their things. People can be denying the importance of your life and your feelings without even meaning to do that.

[KENTUCKYUSA]

Do not throw away towels. If you must get rid of them, donate to animal shelters.

[gwenj]

When our house burned down many years ago, we found out that we could buy solidly built antique furniture for less than the same thing in a department store that was stapled together fake wood.

[ana]

Ah, finally! A voice of sanity! Minimalism can feel stressful sometimes.

[richoneplanet]

1. Certain toiletries
2. Paper products
3. Items used once a year -i.e. roasting pan for Thanksgiving, gravy boat, etc
4. Stuff that is not yours
5. Unknown spare parts
6. Reserve of items - towels, sheets, pillows
7. Duplicate items - wooden spoons, spatulas, scissors, tape measure
8. Storage photographs
9. Solid wood and vintage furniture
10. Important Papers - birth certificates etc
11. Sentimental items you love
12. Family heirlooms

[blazingstar]

You’re like the only person on YouTube who does decluttering who is …normal? Or like a real person, not just obsessed with how everything‘appears’

[jenniferadam]

This is my favorite decluttering video EVER because it reflects real life. To me, keeping USEFUL extras around isn't clutter, it's just being prepared!

[margaretsomerville]

Shampoos are terrific for handwashing delicate items or spot treat before laundry

[susananders]

My sainted mother threw out a box of toys that I had stored in the back of my closet while I was away at college. They were toys that i had specifically chosen to keep, and one was a collectors item. She also gave my classic Barbies to my neices, which they destroyed. Given that she rarely threw anything out, both actions surprised me. My point is--please ask the "owner" first. Sigh 😕

[PCTLadyPuterTutor]

I have donated used, but only used a few times, items like shampoos, conditioners, lotions, makeup, etc. that I bought but discovered that I don't care for, to a local women's shelter. They really appreciate it and it helps me to declutter.

[mariaolsdotter]

Well... Tell you why I'm traumatized (example). One day I went to the backyard, my mom was there burning stuff in a drum. There was a box on the ground, and when I took a peek, I saw a piece of (fake) jewelry and some other stuff, that belonged to me. She was burning my things behind my back! I guess some of my most beloved bookmarks went that way too, never saw them since then. Please don't do that to your children. It's more than half a century and I haven't forgotten or forgiven for what she did.

[DoubleA-oupj]

Finally, a realistic video about decluttering.

[TheSouthIsHot]

I was over 50 before I realized the value of family items. I recall toys when I was a little girl that I wish I still had. I didn't have children and my only relatives are distant. But it would be nice to know that I could leave a little museum of quality items of my life to others who are old enough to appreciate receiving quality vintage items.

[annepoitrineau]

I agree: do not get rid of other people's stuff. My dad used to do that with our stuff. It completely poisoned our relationship. I agree with your list wholeheartedly!!

[luba-healthywithluba]

Excellent video! Towels and sheets that you have are better quality than what you would buy in the future! There is a fine line between decluttering and wasting.

[Cristythomas]

I had vitamin E oil I didn’t like the scent, so now I just use it on my dry cracked feet. I can’t smell it there and it still works well for moisturizing..