*MASSIVE* Storage Closet DECLUTTER | Before and After

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  • Опубліковано 26 бер 2024
  • **Yes, I forgot to add the "after" results! I am SOO sorry. You can click here to see the before and after shots: / @reallifewithali . You will probably have to scroll to when I posted it around March 27, 2024. I have also added it into this video here: • The Ultimate WHOLE HOU... **
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  • @reallifewithali
    @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +4

    Watch here next for more 15 minutes declutters: ua-cam.com/play/PLJiIADgfo6nl4MRj8-9agIf83skHPaPiu.html&si=i_L_FkOvNzfpi0Q8

  • @shirleygermain5707
    @shirleygermain5707 Місяць тому +25

    I am one of those people that would have done the whole room at once. When I start doing something, I have to finish. Lol, I blame my mother. Lol

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +7

      Yeah, me too. I just wanted to show a way to declutter that isn’t overwhelming to some people. ❤️

    • @danabrown2391
      @danabrown2391 Місяць тому +1

      me too!

    • @toniawhitaker9697
      @toniawhitaker9697 Місяць тому +3

      Yes! Just thinking about leaving it unfinished stresses me out. There's no way I could've done that in 15 min increments. If I stop once I get started I probably won't get back to it 😊

    • @Xiroi87
      @Xiroi87 Місяць тому +1

      This is about progress, not perfection, it's not about doing all in one go or nothing at all but about understanding that something is better than nothing. Perfectionism is not a good thing.

    • @DH-wq3mo
      @DH-wq3mo Місяць тому

      Sometimes all you have is 15 minutes. She is showing that you can still accomplish big tasks in small bites. I say bravo!

  • @cantocant2346
    @cantocant2346 Місяць тому +19

    Such a rewarding shot of all the things leaving your house! I always feel so much lighter after a declutter.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you! I definitely feel a lot lighter!

  • @jennyjenkins877
    @jennyjenkins877 Місяць тому +7

    Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Simply amazing.
    My life has improved so much ever since putting perfectionism (and the accompanying procrastination) aside to tackle big projects like this in manageable chunks. To the people saying they could never leave the task in the incomplete state after 15 minutes, they don't understand the freedom that comes with your method. My spare room was a mess for so long back when I had that 'all or nothing' mindset. When I finally gave myself permission to start in just 1 corner, I could handle it without experiencing pain or decision fatigue. It probably got finished a lot sooner than if I thought I couldn't do it any other way than all at once. It doesn't necessarily have to be done on separate days either. You can do 2 or more sessions in a day but it's definitely beneficial to take breaks to recharge both mentally and physically. Some people just have such busy lives that carving out 15 minutes in a day is the only option.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +2

      Yes! I love it! Thank you for your comments. It’s so true!

  • @danabrown2391
    @danabrown2391 Місяць тому +16

    Alo, you do such a great job of decluttering, explaining your process but not spending too much time on it and excellent editing! You deserve a LOT more subscribers!!

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +2

      Aww, thank you! You made my day. ❤️

    • @paulineward2068
      @paulineward2068 Місяць тому +2

      I agree, I've thought that for a long time

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +2

      @@paulineward2068 Thank you! ❤️

    • @DH-wq3mo
      @DH-wq3mo Місяць тому +1

      Yes you do! Thank you for not cutting to annoying music every couple minutes!😊

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +1

      @@DH-wq3mo Thank you! ❤

  • @rmf4
    @rmf4 Місяць тому +7

    Decluttering in bite size chuncks is how I've been tackling my house.

  • @cynthiaslebodnik6945
    @cynthiaslebodnik6945 Місяць тому +8

    I would put a board over the tub if you're not going to use it. Then you could put some shelves above it to store whatever is going in the room. My son has a guest room that had years of stuff cluttering it. He took all the books and put them in the library, boxing up almost a dozen boxes to be donated. Now he's able to finish the room. What can be done when you put your mind to it.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +2

      Smart! That is a really good idea! Thanks!

  • @dianewilliams1403
    @dianewilliams1403 Місяць тому +2

    Hi Ali. Just wanted to say that your donations are someone’s blessing. Thank you for your videos.

  • @christinedisneyqueen5746
    @christinedisneyqueen5746 Місяць тому

    I love the finished look…just space. 😊 You did an amazing job! 💜

  • @gloriaelswood8762
    @gloriaelswood8762 Місяць тому +3

    You are an inspiration! I love you 15 minute declutters!

  • @abundantlyinspired
    @abundantlyinspired Місяць тому

    Fantastic job!!!🎉🎉 It's always such a great feeling to let go of useless and unused things!

  • @PeaceHouseArt
    @PeaceHouseArt Місяць тому +1

    Your community members in your local Buy Nothing Facebook group would really appreciate the donations over just dropping things off at goodwill! Guarantee someone would be incredibly grateful for the wonky vacuum!

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Yes that is true and I considered it. Sometimes I just need it gone immediately and that is how I was feeling. I actually don’t donate to goodwill. It’s a place our church owns. They donate a LOT of stuff to people in need. And they hire people who may have a hard time getting jobs otherwise.

  • @karencherne7050
    @karencherne7050 Місяць тому +1

    I set a timer also, so I don't get overwhelmed! Looks great!

  • @paulineward2068
    @paulineward2068 Місяць тому +2

    So inspiring as usual. I would love to see what the room looks like now. Thank you for sharing your thought process as you declutter x

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Oh my gosh! I totally forgot to edit that in. I realized I forgot to edit another thing in too. Oops!

  • @aneidadelapaz3766
    @aneidadelapaz3766 12 днів тому

    ⏳️ I did it today while I watched your vid.

  • @leezasims9959
    @leezasims9959 Місяць тому

    Wow that was really impressive. So much accomplished in such a short amount of time.
    You are very good at letting go of things. That’s the key. Well done 🎉

  • @jasminhuber7573
    @jasminhuber7573 Місяць тому +1

    I try this 15 Min. Method 👍🥰 thanks for sharing Jasmin 🌺🌷

  • @barbstormo7030
    @barbstormo7030 Місяць тому

    Wow Ali! You are a rock star doing all that work in basically 45 minutes! I know it’s tough getting rid of some things that you paid for, never used and then donated! I have had to do the same thing. I hope you have a great day!

  • @magdadymek3225
    @magdadymek3225 Місяць тому

    the frames are so cute! please use it!

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Thanks! If I were better at decorating and actually putting decor up, I totally would!

  • @Judy122550
    @Judy122550 Місяць тому +1

    I am a new subscriber. I am going to watch every video you put up in the past I missed, I love how you declutter. I will be doing the same thank you. You make sense out of how you declutter. I followed many others,but you to me by far is the best for me! Have a lovely rest of the week !

  • @user-oi3de3ze9h
    @user-oi3de3ze9h Місяць тому +1

    Definitely donate the pieces for the carpet cleaner. Great idea for the 15 timer for each day

  • @bethhusted1111
    @bethhusted1111 Місяць тому +1

    Your a great inspiration to me to work on my closet which is very hard because everything seems to be sentimental. Not that I use it or need it don’t know what to do with it.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Sentimental clutter is hard. I wish you luck! ❤️

  • @GracieD1970
    @GracieD1970 28 днів тому

    Great video. I like doing anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes maintenance on areas, as I'm pretty organized to begin with. I've been there when you take your items off to be donated, and you're second guessing your decisions, but in the end you know if feels good and a big weight has been lifted.

  • @coletteaverill7417
    @coletteaverill7417 9 днів тому

    You did a pretty great job! Manageable and no stress. I'm in the process of practicing Swedish Death Cleaning. I think you're too young for that. I encourage you to continue. You seem to still be stuck on "I may do something with this someday." Let it all go. If you need something like it later, buy it. Your tastes will have probably changed. You will be at a different place in your life. Great job!!!

  • @nolasavedmysoul
    @nolasavedmysoul Місяць тому +1

    Whenever I have something that is broken in some form, I list it for free on the local classifieds online and there are always people who want those things. That way, it doesn’t just get thrown out if you donate it and they see it’s broken and assume it doesn’t work anymore.

  • @gaelledailylife
    @gaelledailylife Місяць тому +1

    Good job! Bisous de France 😘

  • @Snitzler4710
    @Snitzler4710 Місяць тому +1

    If you’re going to use the vacuum, keep it. If not, donate it. You can use a small bungee cord to keep it upright. Your decluttering exercise was a success!

  • @traceyjardine7002
    @traceyjardine7002 Місяць тому +6

    Is there a vacuum shop near you? Ours takes old vacuums for parts, and carpet cleaners, as well.
    I just found your channel recently. I love your 15 minute declutters! Thanks for doing this series!

  • @kaymack5304
    @kaymack5304 Місяць тому

    Ahhh…I love decluttering! So satisfying. Unfortunately my husband and son have hoarding tendencies so I have to be sneaky about it and can’t get rid of everything that I would heave. Sigh

  • @itsjennnasworld1692
    @itsjennnasworld1692 Місяць тому

    @5:15 use the lids as a decorative 'tray' to make use in case you do ever change it up and want the lids for the containers

  • @rayeof_light
    @rayeof_light Місяць тому

    With the carpet cleaner, I'd post it in my local buy nothing group or on Facebook marketplace (for free). I've gotten rid of so much stuff that way 😅
    I set it outside, someone comes by and I don't have to see or talk to anyone lol

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Good idea! I’ve done that several times before.

  • @erinstine
    @erinstine Місяць тому

    @erinstine
    7 minutes ago
    Great job! Unrelated: I love that V neck blue/green shirt on you! Where did u get it?

  • @sazzlekaz
    @sazzlekaz Місяць тому

    I’d donate the carpet cleaner - it still works and someone else can make good use of it. I had a similar problem with a carpet cleaner that I lent to a friend and when I got it back, it never stood up again!

  • @alanbirkner1958
    @alanbirkner1958 Місяць тому

    We're in a 2BR apartment near Chicago. I toss, recycle, or give away at least 20 items each day. I do lots of crafts, my husband and daughter are disabled.
    They have their own stacks of books, tchotchkes, and hobby materials. They hand me items to donate. Tina, Al's wife

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Hi Tina! It sounds like you have a good system going. Nice work!

  • @marietighe2602
    @marietighe2602 Місяць тому

    Use the wooden lids as chopping boards or platters for cheese and fruit

  • @annw1395
    @annw1395 Місяць тому

    I am a suckered for containers, and I would have hung onto those storage bins and clear containers since you're still working on decluttering and organizing. As you rearrange areas, you might like some of them. But they can pile up.
    Hang up your family photos. They were nice.
    I would never throw away something that worked except for one part. Donate it, and explain why.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +1

      I kept most of the containers! I keep current family photos up in our living room already. The ones I decluttered are old. Thanks for watching!

  • @reallifewithali
    @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +1

    I just realized I forgot to edit in the final result (thanks Pauline for reminding me)! So sorry! I’ll post it on my community page. This link should take you to my community page: ua-cam.com/channels/P5MdDPkn5rv7ZsNx5hi6Xg.htmlcommunity

    • @katiecauffman1902
      @katiecauffman1902 Місяць тому

      What is your community page

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      @@katiecauffman1902 This link should take you there. But you can also do it another way (for future reference). If you click on my channel name under my video, it will pull up my channel page. From there, there is a tab that says community. ua-cam.com/channels/P5MdDPkn5rv7ZsNx5hi6Xg.htmlcommunity

  • @KTplease
    @KTplease Місяць тому

    The 15 minute rule doesn’t quite work for The Doom Room (as I call mine) because the stuff has to be pulled out to be sorted and then gets in the way until the next time I can declutter.

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      I get that. Have you tried Dana K White’s method?

  • @erinsempire_13
    @erinsempire_13 Місяць тому

    Do you have a vacuum repair shop near you?

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Possibly, but I already donated it! I probably should have thought about that first.

  • @louisedillon6797
    @louisedillon6797 Місяць тому

    Ask the donate store. Put a sign on it that says it works but doesn’t stay upright.

  • @queenmarynovelwriter5397
    @queenmarynovelwriter5397 Місяць тому

    You got rid of so much stuff, you should be proud.

  • @TheSUPERHAPPY1
    @TheSUPERHAPPY1 11 днів тому

    Would you ever turn it into a functional bathroom? even if just a toilet

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  11 днів тому

      Not likely! We already have toilet downstairs and don’t need another. 😬

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  11 днів тому

      Not likely! We already have toilet downstairs and don’t need another. 😬

  • @annrae1597
    @annrae1597 Місяць тому

    Some guy may know how to fix the carpet cleaner..pin a note on it to explain it needs a new part to hold it upright.

  • @jillh.9617
    @jillh.9617 Місяць тому +1

    Love= underwear for Christmas 🙂

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      You know it! Haha. Gotta fill up those stockings with cheap stuff! 😆

  • @MaryEavey-dc3sk
    @MaryEavey-dc3sk Місяць тому

    I would donate the carpet cleaner but put a note on it that the only thing that is wrong with it is that it won't stand up by itself

  • @becca377
    @becca377 Місяць тому +1

    I’d put the wet vac on fb marketplace for free or a local buy nothing group, someone will want it

  • @sassyslsgrl
    @sassyslsgrl Місяць тому

    For the cleaner , I would still donate with a taped note that the only broken thing is it's ability to stand.

  • @AnneHathaway-jy8vp
    @AnneHathaway-jy8vp 9 днів тому

    Not sure if my comment went through , thx

  • @angec9908
    @angec9908 Місяць тому

    To answer you question: Yes. My entire house 😬

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Well, that’s why you’re here, right?! You can do it.

  • @angelaweathersbee1334
    @angelaweathersbee1334 Місяць тому +1

    Donate the floor cleaner

  • @marietighe2602
    @marietighe2602 Місяць тому

    Contact the company of the carpet cleaner for a spare part

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +1

      That would have been a good idea, but the part was attached to the entire vacuum. You'd have to replace the main portion of the vacuum.

  • @kimberlylamitie2869
    @kimberlylamitie2869 Місяць тому

    I totally wouldn’t be able to shut my brain off without completing it. 😢

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      I used to be like that too. It’s taken some practice!

  • @marietighe2602
    @marietighe2602 Місяць тому

    Put the tree in the basement

  • @heathercreates8406
    @heathercreates8406 Місяць тому

    I'd put the carpet cleaner on the classifieds for free.

  • @danabrown2391
    @danabrown2391 Місяць тому

    Ali, not Alo!

  • @theresachristian4246
    @theresachristian4246 Місяць тому

    Toss it

  • @CammyHell
    @CammyHell Місяць тому

    Why can’t the bathroom get finished? You just don’t need it?

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому +1

      Yes, we don’t need it. We have 1 bathroom down there already next to the 2 bedrooms. This bathroom is next to my husbands office and it just isn’t necessary. And I don’t have to clean another bathroom!

    • @CammyHell
      @CammyHell Місяць тому

      @@reallifewithali that’s great!! What will you use it for now that it’s cleaned out?

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  Місяць тому

      Just storage. I’m hoping to maybe put in some shelves to maximize the space. Now I have more room to hide Christmas presents. 😬 But if it stays the way it is now, I would be totally happy!

  • @colettenewell4634
    @colettenewell4634 26 днів тому

    Liked that uou showed going to the donation centre but you didn’t show any before and after pictures. Disappointing

    • @reallifewithali
      @reallifewithali  26 днів тому

      I did show the before, but I know I totally forgot to show the after! I was so mad at myself. www.youtube.com/@reallifewithali/community If you scroll down a little ways on this, I posted a before and after!