Why You Can’t Get Organized

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  • @LivingOnADime
    @LivingOnADime  6 років тому +3

    Yes as Nike says Just Do It! Get tons more tips in our How to Clean and Organize eBook set here www.livingonadime.com/store/organize-clean-your-home-ebooks/

  • @Sweetmama4J
    @Sweetmama4J 3 роки тому +3

    Miss Jill, you are so wise. And I really appreciate the truthful motherly advice you offered here. I needed to hear these things and am thankful for the thoughtful and polite but serious way you presented your thoughts on the home and the kids and stress. Thank you!
    I really enjoy listening to you on these videos with Tawra and her husband. New subscriber here.
    Your sister in Christ raising 4 kids ages 10 and under,
    Melissa 😁

  • @lruss5050
    @lruss5050 7 років тому +10

    Years ago I followed the side-tracked sisters and learned a bundle! The first thing I learned was to forgive myself for not being naturally organized. That helped alot! I'm far from perfect but I love having a place for everything, it makes me happy!

  • @christinehope6317
    @christinehope6317 7 років тому +12

    I love the way you honor your mother so refreshing to see that God bless you

  • @peggy1046
    @peggy1046 7 років тому +13

    Your mother is amazing. Love her advice on these practical matters. Fantastic.

  • @n.a.garciafamily
    @n.a.garciafamily 7 років тому +6

    That gnome is ADORABLE!!

  • @clkingtx
    @clkingtx 8 років тому +22

    At about 8 minutes into the video, I paused it and went and did my dishes, LOL. Good video!

  • @rosalindlourdonathan7298
    @rosalindlourdonathan7298 3 роки тому +1

    I am from Singapore, I have been following yr advise, I was overwhelmed as to where to start organising my home, now I am able to organise, Thumps up for the 3 of you.

  • @marieannmarshall6769
    @marieannmarshall6769 8 років тому +12

    For me throwing anything away is the hardest thing and not knowing where to start drives me crazy. I am Ill with 6 chronic Illnesses so it is hard to even do the littlest thing but boy I sure can have a lot of crap LOL Thank you for the great advice I really enjoy your videos

  • @karenl6246
    @karenl6246 8 років тому +4

    Loved the story "When Queens Ride By". It will inspire you and change your perspective about being a homemaker!

  • @danabradford3
    @danabradford3 7 років тому +8

    Hallelujah!! I've been commenting away on your videos lately but I just recently have found you all and I have time to binge and enjoy your videos. Merry Christmas to y'all! 🎄🎀🎄
    🙌🙌🙌🙌 Thank you for entertaining me during my Christmas break!!

  • @kellybaker6443
    @kellybaker6443 6 років тому +1

    Wise Mama! All of you guys are awesome. The voices of common sense! Everyone needs to hear these videos. You have helped me. Thank you.

  • @Jane_Moss
    @Jane_Moss 4 роки тому

    I just bought Dining on a Dime and Penny Pinching Mama, after wanting them for SO long! I have been binge watching you guys this week but have in general been watching for years. I am a poor cook and am so excited for this. Thank you for all that you do. It matters. So much. Always feel like I'm hanging out with friends when I watch 😊 love from NY.

  • @marielalonde7917
    @marielalonde7917 7 років тому +6

    I am working on getting my little cabin. organized. It's me;husband and 5 kids. My husband had hoarding issues. Not as bad as he used to be but he has trouble letting go of things.. little things clothes;sheets etc. But I get rid of this stuff now and he doesn't even notice.

  • @CookingwithCatLover0330
    @CookingwithCatLover0330 8 років тому +2

    I just cleaned our "junk" drawer about 3 weeks ago. It was to the point that I was "loosing money" because I wouldn't go in it to look for anything. I bought what I needed! I love these videos. I'm sorry I keep missing the live show!

  • @pattishelton3169
    @pattishelton3169 8 років тому +4

    I have to watch this again! great tips

  • @naomihukes8283
    @naomihukes8283 6 років тому +8

    Could you do one on paper clutter and organization?

  • @carmenmendez6836
    @carmenmendez6836 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you just perfect

  • @beckyfischer7025
    @beckyfischer7025 8 років тому +5

    Someone asked what can't be donated and you said computers and TVs. The Goodwills in Bakersfield, California, take these items and recycle them. They also take scrap metal and recycle it. Goodwill is very good about recycling whatever they can. They take clothes that they are unable to sell and put them into large bails and sell them to different companies. They also recycle shoes by selling them to a local shoe distributor. Their motto seems to be if an item can't be sold or doesn't sell recycle it. I think this is wonderful. What they throw away is really trash. They also recycle books.
    I am in the process of doing what is called Kon Mari to my house, garage, and outside shed. The idea is to only keep what you love and is necessary. If not, let it go. I am amazed at what I have let go of. Just yesterday I was going through greeting cards note pads, & thank you cards and before I knew I had filled up two large boxes (most of the items were not what I was going through, but found while going through them). I am getting pleasure out of only keeping what brings me joy. As I go through this process I am finding that I have control over my items, not the other way around.
    The books on how to do the Kon Mari Method are (1) The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up & (2) Spark Joy (both are by Mari Kondo). I saw the first one on a You Tube Channel, A Young Mum, and then she recommended the 2nd one. They are wonderful. First, you keep only what sparks joy and is necessary and after that is done you organize your home. Everything must have a place when you are done.
    Thank you for sharing this wonderful topic. I look forward to Friday's show and the videos that Tawra will be doing.

  • @pattycake5643
    @pattycake5643 8 років тому +3

    I'm older and go to work, I get cloths ready for morning, I wish my mom knew that one, she left it up to us, lucky I lived half a block away from school.

  • @lynhanna917
    @lynhanna917 8 років тому +2

    I shred everything that has my name on it, partial account numbers and RECEIPTS. Have a look at receipts and with a small pile of them you will find that you can put together your credit card/bank card number. I have done this - was desperate, had left the card at home and needed to access my account on line and was able to put enough different receipts together to make up the card number. If you have a pile of paper contact your town office, school etc to see if they bring in shredding trucks. AMA does this twice a year at no cost.

  • @cherylT321
    @cherylT321 4 роки тому +1

    I work with someone who is very cluttered, and of course, can never find anything! Her 12 year old son is exactly like her. She cannot understand why he can never find his things and why he is always losing things. I would love to tell her that he’s that way because she’s that way; She’s the one teaching him to be that way!

  • @lynhanna917
    @lynhanna917 8 років тому +3

    I moved alot (26 houses) and in one move I found a box that appeared to be filled with folded newspaper and I thought - trust me, I am the only person who would move a box of folded paper - and so I threw out the box. Appears that every family photo of all the dead relatives was in that box, yup, I threw them all out; I can honestly say I haven't missed that box.....now if \i could just do the same with furniture, tools, exercise equipment, great aunt Bessie's tea set - you get the picture.

  • @LSantiago65
    @LSantiago65 8 років тому +11

    Could you do a series of how to organize documents or random papers. Every year I struggle with that.

    • @eveny119
      @eveny119 8 років тому +4

      I agree, that's my #1 horror as well. I itemize my taxes, I'm self employed, I get mounds of paperwork. I also love crafts and cooking and I jot down notes and lists. paper, paper everywhere

    • @Truth1561
      @Truth1561 7 років тому +3

      Go paperless - have it all in email folders. Best thing I ever did!

  • @cpotharst540
    @cpotharst540 8 років тому +2

    I love your Mom, what a great LADY, thank you for all you guys DO. God BLESS YOU.

  • @palls303
    @palls303 8 років тому +4

    I did initially buy my child a ton of toys ... when we moved it overwhelmed me.. I put them all away in boxes and get a handful into the living room where we play everyday .. that handful is only what I need to pick and tidy .. I rotate the toys often ...

  • @marielalonde7917
    @marielalonde7917 7 років тому +8

    I forgot to mention. That when I get rid of clothes....I don't get rid of my husband's clothes and he may be obsessive over getting rid of things but he doesn't notice when I get rid of things. That are out of sight. It really does help my anxiety and depression to clean and decorated.

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  7 років тому +5

      Yeah people don't realize how much anxiety clutter causes! Good job getting rid of it!

  • @carolinegray5297
    @carolinegray5297 6 років тому +3

    Your mum has a calming voice

  • @CMCMarilyn
    @CMCMarilyn 8 років тому +4

    Have you read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo and what do you think of her method of discarding clutter?

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  8 років тому +2

      No we haven't but if she says get rid of it then I'm all for it! :-)

  • @shawnandlisamason9533
    @shawnandlisamason9533 8 років тому +4

    one step at a time right This is Lisa I have congenital Hip dsyplasia and sciatic nerve palsy so pain and fatigue I also am not allowed to take heavy duty pain meds because of a hole in my brain they said I'd Die so I stick to Advil which doesn't work on a daily basis. I take a lot of breaks. I'm not supposed to bend over but I do anyway because if no ones home who's going to do it right I also can't left more then 20lbs I do have a contraption that helps me pick things up. Shawn's a great help when he gets home from work. The kids help a great deal too. But I get this feeling of no accomplishment my kids told me last week the house looks good I said no it doesn't I felt it needed more work even when I couldn't do it.

  • @donnabockian6817
    @donnabockian6817 8 років тому +10

    You should shred any bill that contains your name and address - particularly bills for home services like electric or water - since these can be used as proof of residence for someone trying to steal your identity.

  • @eveny119
    @eveny119 8 років тому +2

    - You should keep your Victrola crank in your crank drawer under "V".
    - I can't dump my junk drawer on my table, cause there's no room on my table...lol.
    - This might be beyond ''organizing'', but paperwork for home and business. I'm self employed (I have 3 jobs), I get investment information daily, manuals, itemizing tax receipts, medical receipts, desk work, bills, notes about meetings, invoices but also notes and lists.
    - Add that I love to cook, garden, and do crafts and have 3 piles of each, I did start 3 notebooks to jot notes in, but most notes get put on scrap paper, then gets mislaid.
    *Last year I almost missed getting my taxes in on time due to misplaced stuff. I have to itemize everything.

  • @kerissavillegas3047
    @kerissavillegas3047 3 роки тому

    I use zip lock bags for the small junk and for ink pens all small things

  • @loreleie3749
    @loreleie3749 8 років тому +1

    I volunteer as tribute for the Skype organizing! I work nights, have a husband who works 50+ hours, a preteen that gets lazyitis, and 2 tots. I can never seem to get ahead of my intention to get organized!

  • @annikatetzner1571
    @annikatetzner1571 7 років тому +1

    To declutter and get organized and keep it as a part of a daily routine,is so important for us who,has reached the grandparents age. ,and that husband learn to take their part. Should i itnso,happen that she passes away first,the husband will not bevkomming completely lost,when he can handle the basic of the daily rutine.
    As our bodies,are not so,fit anymore, having our home organized,,you will keep,yournfreedom and independence much longer!
    I started decluttering only a few years ago. Actually celebrated my 70,year birthday with seriously starting decluttering and I have never regrtted it.

  • @evnfn23
    @evnfn23 8 років тому +1

    I always have an issue with putting things away that don't have a place... those odd things... should I keep it? should I toss, it?

  • @sophiesmomma
    @sophiesmomma 8 років тому +1

    Any ideas on inexpensive ways to organize canned food?

  • @evnfn23
    @evnfn23 8 років тому +2

    I want to buy books but I don't want it in an e-book format can I get a physical copy?

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  8 років тому +1

      www.livingonadime.com/store/ We have Dining on a Dime, Dig out of Debt and Quick and Easy Menus in print.

  • @ginib3131
    @ginib3131 8 років тому

    Everything in MODERATION!!! From A to Z... Take any idea and make it work for you... Grocery shopping, Organizing, Paperwork, Crafts & my addiction w/Living on a Dime and Pinterest!

  • @familyrootsfarm2215
    @familyrootsfarm2215 8 років тому +2

    Any ideas on homeschooling supplies? The curriculum is so expensive and I will need it again so I hate to get rid of it. If I find it for sale used I tend to buy it because I know I will need it one day but I have so much now. Any help! LOL

  • @PhoebesWorldProductions
    @PhoebesWorldProductions 8 років тому

    This summer, I tried.... I even put it here on You Tube... I called it "My Studio Room Project", or something like that.
    I would pick a spot, and sort and purge, and stuff... but it was so hard. And I didn't stick with it... and now several months later, it's back to being worse than it was when I started... and any spots that I had nicely done, are now piled up again... I can't get anything done.... because every surface is covered, and it's hard to get places. ...
    I am a self diagnosed hoarder who belongs that show. It's not as easy as you say it is to just "get rid of it". And it doesn't help that my husband is the same way.
    Yes, I have way too much stuff, and MOST of my stuff is "Garbage"... but I fear regretting it, if I let it go, because I have in the past let go of many things that to this day I regret, and wish I had to use in my projects now.
    By the way... I'm an artist & Crafter.
    There are a lot of things I "KNOW" it my head, but ... I just can't make myself do it.
    (It's just me, my husband, and our cat, here). I'm not too bad at keeping the dishes and laundry done. But... I have a lot of clutter. and I don't want to let go of most of it.
    Having said all that. I know that I need to do something. And I KNOW that what you say is true... (about it affecting my whole life, and stressing me out etc...)...
    If I have a place for a thing, I'm pretty good about keeping it there. but Many of my things don't have a place where it belongs. ... mostly because I just don't know how to organize it so it will have a place, in a way that works for me.
    I live in a constant state of overwhelm... (some days worse than others)... and I don't just clutter my house/spaces... I also clutter my mind, my body (overeat - junk), and I clutter my computer, too. *sigh*. I often feel like I'm a hopeless case. My Sister has tried several times, over the years to help me with this stuff... even when we do good, it never lasts long. And it's really really hard to get motivated to do it all by myself, but really, there's not much that anyone can help me with.
    That's a cool helicopter, Jack. ;)

    • @ruthlloyd1163
      @ruthlloyd1163 7 років тому

      Phoebe sorry it's so hard
      You probably are dealing with deep issues. Maybe you can get help from a therapist
      God bless🌺

  • @sarasuperid
    @sarasuperid 6 років тому

    I had so many toys and clothes as a child that I couldn't possibly be organized. My mother would put us down for having so many things saying we were spoilt and so messy and she only had a few dolls as a child. I didn't buy the toys, it wasn't my choice. I remember at Christmas I would get tired of opening presents it was too much and I couldn't be grateful because I was tired of being thankful for so many things I didn't even ask for or want. I can only imagine, but it must be very easy to stay clean when you only have a couple dolls--I mean even if they were thrown right on the floor they would still not be that messy.

  • @carriestowell3621
    @carriestowell3621 6 років тому

    Everytime I'm rushed to go out the door or rushed to do anything I get very stressed and panic and me and my husband realized the other day I naturally do that because my mom would panic and stress when we were kids if we had to get ready and go somewhere because no one knew where anything was so it really does affect you as a child plus I need to get more organized but it was just a natural thing I did not realizing

  • @ashlieleavelle
    @ashlieleavelle 6 років тому +1

    I don't sleep well if the dishes aren't done. I have to keep a clean kitchen. Will never understand why people let their kitchens get so bad. Stay organized people!

  • @dazywings
    @dazywings 7 років тому +4

    Tawra, put your chapstick and eyeglass kits in the bathroom with other eye stuff chapstick with makeup or lotion or mouthcare stuff.

  • @levimissy11
    @levimissy11 6 років тому

    Are these in the new and old dining on a dime

  • @thewatergal5770
    @thewatergal5770 8 років тому +21

    It would be so great if Jill would be able to go through her notes instead of stopping for comments. I understand stopping for questions but I have to be honest, I'm here for Jill and Tawra (and Mike of course). I don't really need to hear others comments about what you all are talking about. Sorry if that sounds mean or rude, I love the long shows but would rather it be about you 3. Thanks for the GREAT show!

    • @eveny119
      @eveny119 8 років тому +2

      Just a point, not that I don't agree with you, but the point of the live stream is to be interactive. They do make other pre-taped videos on this topic and maybe this format is not the best for this topic.

    • @thewatergal5770
      @thewatergal5770 8 років тому +1

      You are totally right. The whole point of this is to be interactive. I guess that's why I said the questions being answered are ok. It's their show and I'll watch it no matter what format they use. Have a great New Year!

  • @tracyacemccandless6101
    @tracyacemccandless6101 7 років тому +2

    Hi guys

  • @cathyhardy8152
    @cathyhardy8152 8 років тому +2

    my husband can't ever find anything because when he gets done with a tool or something he most of my he time, doesn't return them to the proper place. I am the opposite, I put everything back. I know where my stuff is.

  • @cherryblsm38
    @cherryblsm38 6 років тому

    One thing I have a problem with is keeping up with the first thing that got cleaned, then doing another as well. I will clean the kitchen and get it organized. The following weekend I go to work on my bedroom, fold cloths, vacuum, dust, etc. and I walk out and the kitchen is in shambles. Short of tying up my husband so he can't dirty anything, its like keeping up with a tornado. LOL LOL LOL Sorry for venting. LOL

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  6 років тому +2

      So there are everyday maintenance things you have to do like the dishes and keeping counters wiped and things put away. So even if you are working on your bedroom you still have to do these things in the kitchen everyday to "maintain". Usually the best time is to run the dishwasher at night, or do the dishes at night before bed. Then unload in the morning. You will be surprised how tidy doing that will keep your kitchen. Don't let dishes pile for a few days because it is way more work.

  • @amazinggracehomestead4764
    @amazinggracehomestead4764 7 років тому +1

    Love your videos!!!

  • @beckyfischer7025
    @beckyfischer7025 8 років тому +1

    I love you guys!

  • @campoida
    @campoida 6 років тому

    Yes! About kids and living in a chaotic home.

  • @brandybarnett9953
    @brandybarnett9953 8 років тому

    What you are saying about kids rooms is exactly what I think when I watch a certain vlog. The dad is yelling at the kids to clean these horribly trashed rooms that I would struggle to clean.

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  8 років тому

      Yeah it's so sad to see parents yelling at their kids like that.

  • @cherlyq63
    @cherlyq63 8 років тому

    missed the live feed yesterday due to at hospital with my Son

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  8 років тому

      Oh no! I hope he's ok.

    • @cherlyq63
      @cherlyq63 8 років тому

      he is on pain meds but its just a strain, lucky not worse damage to his back ty

  • @paulsharon7521
    @paulsharon7521 8 років тому +7

    Can't hear you guys and I have my volumn all the way up

  • @PRTTYBTTRFLY1
    @PRTTYBTTRFLY1 7 років тому

    I can't hear u ur volume is low now I can hear you
    Thanks for the reminder I've been spring cleaning

  • @janeyd.6228
    @janeyd.6228 3 роки тому

    Cant hear video, wish I could hear this video. Would like to listen to all your videos, already listen to some.

  • @kathyduer7108
    @kathyduer7108 2 роки тому

    I cant get organized because i have too much crap. But its good crap ! 😁

  • @amiegamble1678
    @amiegamble1678 6 років тому

    Biggest issue I have is very little to no closets/cabinets. I actually put a bookcase in my kitchen for food. I have a small hall closet, 1 bedroom closet, and one cubbard in my child's room. There aren't any drawers except my clothes chest. Slowly working on decluttering and organizing. (Clutterbug Cass talks about making sure everything has a home too. This is tricky, when there isn't anywhere to put stuff.) I put extra chapstick w makeup or possibly first aid/medical supplies.(Grantef I keep one in my purse and one in my work pants at all times.)

  • @carolinegray5297
    @carolinegray5297 6 років тому

    Good video

  • @carolinegray5297
    @carolinegray5297 6 років тому +6

    Too many toys overwhelming for the children

  • @countryfrau8328
    @countryfrau8328 5 років тому

    Tools? I got so disgusted over time with my husband misplacing tools and leaving them outside until they were wrecked, etc, that I just started buying my own set.

  • @joytabor8375
    @joytabor8375 7 років тому +6

    I have some constructive criticism. Why are your videos so long?
    I enjoy your topics but anything over 25 minutes is too long. I enjoy the information but I never make it through those super long videos.

    • @LivingOnADime
      @LivingOnADime  7 років тому +5

      Because we are live and we go live for 1 hour M/W/F. Just watch what you want.

    • @wynnepoints
      @wynnepoints 7 років тому +3

      You could always watch in 20-25 minute chunks.
      Many topics are multi-faceted & NEED extra time.
      Thank you Tawra, Mike & Jill for providing information that can easily be viewed live & interactive, taped in it's entirety or in chunks to fit my schedule 💜💌❤

    • @TheAAnne123
      @TheAAnne123 6 років тому +4

      I love that your videos are an hour long ~ I don’t sit on my behind and watch them, instead I turn the volume up and listen while I’m cleaning and organizing 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @autumnspring6624
      @autumnspring6624 5 років тому

      nike god 4 4 I like the long videos because I enjoy seeing friends interact and you can get more tips too.

  • @bab196
    @bab196 8 років тому

    same

    • @donnaw36
      @donnaw36 8 років тому +2

      Jill really inspires me. Such good advice. Tawra and Mike we all know how wonderful you are, but it such a treat to have Jill back with us. I always learn from her and feel so much better after listening to her.

  • @carmenmendez6836
    @carmenmendez6836 3 роки тому +1

    Volume too low!

  • @nicoleshupe2313
    @nicoleshupe2313 5 років тому

    We’re required to keep the husbands (to late😁). Are we required to keep our grown children?🤨

  • @icecreamladydriver1606
    @icecreamladydriver1606 6 років тому

    Depends on the kind of husband you have.

  • @naomihukes8283
    @naomihukes8283 6 років тому +2

    Don't donate used cribs