I watched your toy decluttering video and it finally gave me the permission I needed to go through my six year old daughter's toys. I did not think we had a hoard of toys but i got rid of SIX trash bags of toys. The most shocking part, she has not missed anything! She is usually very observant (when you don't want her to be!) But she truly did not miss anything! It is amazing watching her pick up right away instead of being overwhelmed! Thanks for taking the fear out of decluttering toys!
I volunteer😂 I had a consignment store, and have all those leftovers, sell on e bay, so have tons of inventory and my father in law passed away and we had their house packed up and moved and now have that stuff. I think I might need to get rid of 5,000 things lol
I really appreciate that you are calm, casual and down to Earth, and that you are showing the process realistically and that you share common problems we encounter with decluttering, it's not a one and done type of job, it needs to be maintained more frequently than we expected. Side rant, I don't mind Clutterbug Cass' upbeat personality and silliness because she's actually naturally quirky and funny whereas in so many channels for women there is a forced, obnoxious and fake quirkiness and "yaas girl" or "yaas queen" and talking while sipping and chewing along with constant tangents type of show put on or the whisper talking, humble bragging picture perfect home and boring aesthetic ones...social media seems to be flooded with copy paste stuff like that so it's even more special to come across a video that is not like that.
Thank you! This is very encouraging to hear. I agree that it’s very easy to pick up on authenticity (or lack of it). I love watching quirky people too (when it’s genuine), but I know that’s not really me.
I like how you used a different method each day. It shows that there are so many different paths to achieving the same outcome, and that one can use whatever fits their life season right now, or all of them as you just did.
I recently decluttered my children's toys and found that after emptying 3 of the IKEA TROFAST boxes, my kids started using them as hiding spots and for play. With fewer toys in their room, I noticed they gravitated towards the books more often, even my one-and-a-half-year-old. My older child developed an interest in animal figures, so I bought more for "educational purposes". However, I've observed that he doesn't play with them as much as he did when he only had a few. This is such a great video, I will surely binge the rest of them! 😊
We are fortunate here in NYC to have textile recycling at our green markets. If you have a bunch of clothes, shoes, random fabric things (like those chair covers), you can drop them off at the textile station. 😊
Don’t usually comment, but just had to say that I hit 500 items yesterday! Thank you for this challenge! Some of my family is doing it with me and it’s been fun and rewarding, and life-changing for some of them! So thank you!
I just discovered your channel this week and have been binge watching (and subscribed of course!) I always get the itch to do a whole house declutter this time of year to prepare for Christmas, thanks for the motivation 🙌🏻
Thank you so much! 4 years 5:23 ago large declutter. Next 3 years 1000 items py ended up in 3500 items in 3 years. Digitalize photo's seperatedly from cloud. Cleaned up email boxes & laptop (ongoing process every year) My reward in 2025 is an essential wardrobe capsule. My clothes are 85 % 2nd hand but I want a couple of new classic items and dim down number of clothes. Love you 500 items in one month. is massive 🎉
Thanks for this video I really enjoyed it, so lovely to see a minimalist mama and her children doing all the normal stuff, I feel seen! I really like the storage/ organisation on your closet door- so clever! Trash therapy is great, it always helps me feel like I can keep moving forward. We have all just been sick with norovirus and I was really motivated to keep decluttering and simplifying to make our home easier to clean and manage. When I found Dana K White and her No Mess Method it really changed things for me so that I could actually act and keep spaces declutterred. It’s made me much more intentional and I love that whenever you get interrupted/ life happens/ nappy changes you’ve always made progress and never a bigger mess! Hooray 🥳 ‘You can keep it for your baby’ so sweet! I love trying to challenge myself to get my children involved because it helps them too.
Really inspired by your video and it gives me new motivation to go a little deeper in our house! I appreciate the videos you share and the insight to decluttering more! One thing I'd like to comment on in a constructive way: I'm sure you are probably trying to have your video fit in a certain time frame, however the speed in which you share the information goes a bit too fast to really absorb it. Dealing with an already overwhelmed state of mind (due largely to a cluttered life!) it can make what you are sharing just bounce around in the head more and harder to grasp. I may be the only one dealing with this difficulty, but in case others are too, it would be much appreciated if you slowed down a smidge! 💖
I get married in less than 6 weeks. I have done numerous declutters over the last few years particularly in the last 2 knowing i would be moving in the nearish future. I now need to start my final pre-move declutter! When i was a teen we moved cross country and we brought so much random stuff with us. My first time or two of doing deep declutters was mostly getting rid of stuff that shouldnt have been moved in the first place. My goal with this move is not to repeat the experience. I think it will be a two step process: once now while nothing is being moved, then going through everything a second time as i start to shift everything to the new house
Items like the chair covers; if they are made of cloth; please donate to ur nearby animal shelters. They need as much as possible; especially for pups and if they r thicker, will help with staying warm too
Thank you so much for this video! I really liked that you provided a plan to declutter. Most decluttering videos just show before and after(s) without explaining a path to get there in an organized way. I liked that you included techniques from Dana K. White, James Clear, and even the Pomodoro method because they really work if we implement them. ❤
I love these videos they have been so helpful. I am pregnant with my second child and once that nesting phase set it I looked around our house and couldn’t figure out why we had so much junk. Our house felt so overwhelming to clean because it was clean but cluttered. It’s great to have actual ways to tackle it because when I started I did the overhaul and it just made a huge mess and it was a challenge to get back at it.
Books by Julia Rothman! My daughter received that book 5 years ago when she was 5 and still reaching for this book!! You got me inspired to do some deeper decluttering
Great video, really enjoyed it. Love the discussion of the boxset box and the armrest covers - those are the type of things that hang me up but you’re right, they’re superfluous!
Love it! Going to try to tackle this next week after the holiday, it would feel good to go into the Christmas craziness a little less overwhelmed at home. I probably wont take the time to count, although maybe because that does seem satisfying!
Hey! I love your videos and I would love to see a video about the pros and cons of toy subscription boxes. They are soo tempting to buy and I feel like I'm doing my kid a disservice not giving her educational toys. Thank you :)
I'm assuming you already saw the video where I discussed the downsides of them (if not it's called "The 30-Minute Method to Declutter 99% of Toys"), but I'm planning to dive into the nuances of this topic in a future Live! So stay tuned!
Brilliant video, this is so helpful. I bought something yesterday, why do i feel so guilty of this purchase when i have decluttered so much in the last 5 years? Hugs and prayers xxxxxxxxxxx
new subscriber always looking for motivation with decluttering. Ive been on this journey over on my channel too!! love seeing another mom on the same journey. so many good tips! Thank you!! going to try the 12, 12, 12.
I’m downsizing from 2 bedrooms home to 2 bedroom apartment. Still decluttering but my in laws or friend still giving us stuff that we are trying to refuse to have. But already catching up with recycling and get rid more clothes this year. But still the storage is full. Should I get rid some linens too? 😂
I always thought this is not happening to me, I hardly ever buy stuff, I have a small appartment and I'm rather using up the things that I have before getting a replacement. But I had to sort out my attic recently because I was storing stuff for somebody, and I realized I did have paperworks from 20 years past up there, bank slips and what not. At least I don't need to think about if I want to keep it or not, that decision was easy.
idk, I don't like this endless cycle of buying and buying and buying, then being proud of how many clutter/trash can be found. Buy new things and start again. The money could be used for so many good social projects instead 😥
I would totally have repurposed that cute book holder.. Throwing away things that still have useful life left feels gross, and wasteful. At the very least it would go into the donate pile, sans books but it could still be useful to someone else as a desk organiser, etc. Having things end up in landfills is a big no no to me. I see your struggle but we also have a care to be mindful of environmental impact. I guess we all choose our struggles, don't we? 😕
The most obvious use to me though was to put it aside and keep it in good condition for when all the kids books get sold or donated and another family gets the books in the original box for their own kids. You did make the rules, and were pushing getting rid of 500 items, but some things that are still in good condition, have an actual purpose and will later in their time still have use are not things to throw away. Also, only a fraction of "recyclables" actually get recycled. Don't throw away perfectly useful items for likes. It's wasteful. While I totally get the need to clean, be minimal etc.. DON'T BUY IT if you are just going to throw it away. We all need to stop wasting valuable resources. Books can be borrowed from the library. Or use an electronic edition (also fraught with issues but.. it's what we have as an alternative)
@@laura-s3v A very large percentage of items don't actually end up being recycled. Plus throwing away things that still have a use is wasteful. I get your point, but.. it isn't always the way it seems.
I'm using black trash bags (don't remember where I heard that tip) to dispose of my mom's unneeded stuff now that she has moved into a care home. Most is being donated, but I don't want to second guess myself so out of sight, out of mind. Once I've decided to donate something, BYE!!!
Armchair arm covers are invaluable!!! You'll regret tossing them when you have to recover your chairs, believe me! You can handstitch them on to stop them working off.
Forgive me if you have done a video about this before I’m New here and I have one question how do you have time to read research and create your videos and live slow? I have 2 under 4 and I can barely find time to eat. Trying to fix our home and routines but please share your secrets 💞🫶🏼
That's a great question! I'm not sure if I've ever shared the logistics of my work, but I walked through the process I went through to simplify and slow down in my video titled: "The Proven Approach to Simplify Life With Kids." I think that's a good place to start when you're trying to figure out a roadmap for your own family and home. As for the logistics of keeping up with videos and such, I have help! My in-laws watch the kids two days a week, which allows me to focus and be uninterrupted when I work. That's a huge help! I know there are lots of folks who manage to fit it in without childcare, but that's not my experience. I also say no to A LOT of stuff in order to live slowly. For instance, videos with heavy research take me 8-10 weeks to produce. So, rather than make myself crazy trying to post videos weekly, I'll sometimes go months without posting. I hope that provides some useful context! I think your question strikes at the heart of my channel and how I'm hoping to help people. I hope future videos will be useful to you in your journey!
@@papertownhome thank you for taking the time to answer so thoughtfully ! I will watch the video you suggested. I just found your channel recently in my attempt to learn from others as I attempt to be a better steward of my time and home while trying to also create something of value. Your work is beautiful!
I really enjoy your thorough and clear explanations of your methods used. I appreciate the time and dedication it takes you to research these yourself to present, your knowledge is incredible and the way you present is honest and explicit. Thank you, very encouraging and motivating 🙏🏼🫶🏼
@papertownhome you could do digital declutter to finish!
Such a good idea! Completely slipped my mind. I’m going to pin this comment for anyone else who might need it!
This is genius, I'm going to play the game in December
I watched your toy decluttering video and it finally gave me the permission I needed to go through my six year old daughter's toys. I did not think we had a hoard of toys but i got rid of SIX trash bags of toys. The most shocking part, she has not missed anything! She is usually very observant (when you don't want her to be!) But she truly did not miss anything! It is amazing watching her pick up right away instead of being overwhelmed! Thanks for taking the fear out of decluttering toys!
That’s amazing! Way to go!
you should start a series going into real people's homes and make an impact in 48 hours. Love to see it.
Definitely something I’m considering!
I volunteer as tribute!!
I volunteer😂 I had a consignment store, and have all those leftovers, sell on e bay, so have tons of inventory and my father in law passed away and we had their house packed up and moved and now have that stuff. I think I might need to get rid of 5,000 things lol
I really appreciate that you are calm, casual and down to Earth, and that you are showing the process realistically and that you share common problems we encounter with decluttering, it's not a one and done type of job, it needs to be maintained more frequently than we expected.
Side rant, I don't mind Clutterbug Cass' upbeat personality and silliness because she's actually naturally quirky and funny whereas in so many channels for women there is a forced, obnoxious and fake quirkiness and "yaas girl" or "yaas queen" and talking while sipping and chewing along with constant tangents type of show put on or the whisper talking, humble bragging picture perfect home and boring aesthetic ones...social media seems to be flooded with copy paste stuff like that so it's even more special to come across a video that is not like that.
Thank you! This is very encouraging to hear. I agree that it’s very easy to pick up on authenticity (or lack of it). I love watching quirky people too (when it’s genuine), but I know that’s not really me.
@@papertownhome you may not quirky but your calm energy is delightful to watch and listen to. ❤
@@jadadallas5891 Thank you!
I like how you used a different method each day. It shows that there are so many different paths to achieving the same outcome, and that one can use whatever fits their life season right now, or all of them as you just did.
I recently decluttered my children's toys and found that after emptying 3 of the IKEA TROFAST boxes, my kids started using them as hiding spots and for play. With fewer toys in their room, I noticed they gravitated towards the books more often, even my one-and-a-half-year-old. My older child developed an interest in animal figures, so I bought more for "educational purposes". However, I've observed that he doesn't play with them as much as he did when he only had a few.
This is such a great video, I will surely binge the rest of them! 😊
We are fortunate here in NYC to have textile recycling at our green markets. If you have a bunch of clothes, shoes, random fabric things (like those chair covers), you can drop them off at the textile station. 😊
That’s great to know!
I wish that was available in more areas!
Don’t usually comment, but just had to say that I hit 500 items yesterday! Thank you for this challenge! Some of my family is doing it with me and it’s been fun and rewarding, and life-changing for some of them! So thank you!
I just discovered your channel this week and have been binge watching (and subscribed of course!) I always get the itch to do a whole house declutter this time of year to prepare for Christmas, thanks for the motivation 🙌🏻
Awesome! I hope you get a lot done before the holidays!
I love how your videos are so authentic and not tryin to be perfectly aesthetic!! its so refreshing!
I'm so glad!
Currently 7 weeks postpartum, and I have been decluttering my house like crazy!!! Thank you for your timely videos and motivation. ❤
Congratulations!
Thank you so much! 4 years 5:23 ago large declutter. Next 3 years 1000 items py ended up in 3500 items in 3 years. Digitalize photo's seperatedly from cloud. Cleaned up email boxes & laptop (ongoing process every year)
My reward in 2025 is an essential wardrobe capsule.
My clothes are 85 % 2nd hand but I want a couple of new classic items and dim down number of clothes.
Love you 500 items in one month. is massive 🎉
Thanks for this video I really enjoyed it, so lovely to see a minimalist mama and her children doing all the normal stuff, I feel seen! I really like the storage/ organisation on your closet door- so clever!
Trash therapy is great, it always helps me feel like I can keep moving forward. We have all just been sick with norovirus and I was really motivated to keep decluttering and simplifying to make our home easier to clean and manage. When I found Dana K White and her No Mess Method it really changed things for me so that I could actually act and keep spaces declutterred. It’s made me much more intentional and I love that whenever you get interrupted/ life happens/ nappy changes you’ve always made progress and never a bigger mess! Hooray 🥳
‘You can keep it for your baby’ so sweet! I love trying to challenge myself to get my children involved because it helps them too.
Really inspired by your video and it gives me new motivation to go a little deeper in our house! I appreciate the videos you share and the insight to decluttering more!
One thing I'd like to comment on in a constructive way: I'm sure you are probably trying to have your video fit in a certain time frame, however the speed in which you share the information goes a bit too fast to really absorb it. Dealing with an already overwhelmed state of mind (due largely to a cluttered life!) it can make what you are sharing just bounce around in the head more and harder to grasp. I may be the only one dealing with this difficulty, but in case others are too, it would be much appreciated if you slowed down a smidge!
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Thank you for the feedback! I'll keep that in mind for future videos!
@RebeccaWeikel Have you tried changing the Playback Speed to 75%? I just tried it - helped me pick up the parts I missed!
@@papertownhomeand I so appreciate that it’s not someone talking so slow😂I hope others can learn what one person suggested to slow it down
Your videos are SO motivating, way more than other decluttering, minimalist videos I've watched.
Thank you!! That’s so awesome they’re helpful!
I get married in less than 6 weeks. I have done numerous declutters over the last few years particularly in the last 2 knowing i would be moving in the nearish future. I now need to start my final pre-move declutter!
When i was a teen we moved cross country and we brought so much random stuff with us. My first time or two of doing deep declutters was mostly getting rid of stuff that shouldnt have been moved in the first place. My goal with this move is not to repeat the experience. I think it will be a two step process: once now while nothing is being moved, then going through everything a second time as i start to shift everything to the new house
Love seeing the different methods and getting ideas. Thank you!
So glad!
Items like the chair covers; if they are made of cloth; please donate to ur nearby animal shelters. They need as much as possible; especially for pups and if they r thicker, will help with staying warm too
Thank you so much for this video! I really liked that you provided a plan to declutter. Most decluttering videos just show before and after(s) without explaining a path to get there in an organized way. I liked that you included techniques from Dana K. White, James Clear, and even the Pomodoro method because they really work if we implement them. ❤
I love these videos they have been so helpful. I am pregnant with my second child and once that nesting phase set it I looked around our house and couldn’t figure out why we had so much junk. Our house felt so overwhelming to clean because it was clean but cluttered. It’s great to have actual ways to tackle it because when I started I did the overhaul and it just made a huge mess and it was a challenge to get back at it.
I think you’ll love Dana K White’s approach. Check out her UA-cam channel for more details on how she does it!
Also check the Clutter bugs 30-day declutter challenge. 5 minutes a day five things to be decluttered in a different space each day free and Fabulous
Books by Julia Rothman! My daughter received that book 5 years ago when she was 5 and still reaching for this book!!
You got me inspired to do some deeper decluttering
Great video, really enjoyed it. Love the discussion of the boxset box and the armrest covers - those are the type of things that hang me up but you’re right, they’re superfluous!
Thanks for letting me know that’s helpful! I’m never sure how much to talk about those types of examples.
@ it’s what sets you apart from other decluttering videos…insightful commentary
Love it! Going to try to tackle this next week after the holiday, it would feel good to go into the Christmas craziness a little less overwhelmed at home. I probably wont take the time to count, although maybe because that does seem satisfying!
Hey! I love your videos and I would love to see a video about the pros and cons of toy subscription boxes. They are soo tempting to buy and I feel like I'm doing my kid a disservice not giving her educational toys. Thank you :)
I'm assuming you already saw the video where I discussed the downsides of them (if not it's called "The 30-Minute Method to Declutter 99% of Toys"), but I'm planning to dive into the nuances of this topic in a future Live! So stay tuned!
This is so very helpful new here and so excited to take on this challenge
Yay!
Brilliant video, this is so helpful. I bought something yesterday, why do i feel so guilty of this purchase when i have decluttered so much in the last 5 years? Hugs and prayers xxxxxxxxxxx
Would love to see your homeschool routine and how you manage the kid’s education!
Awesome! I'm planning to dive into that in a video in February.
Great video! ❤ this is so motivating.
I'm so glad!
new subscriber always looking for motivation with decluttering. Ive been on this journey over on my channel too!! love seeing another mom on the same journey. so many good tips! Thank you!! going to try the 12, 12, 12.
Welcome to the channel! It’s a fun journey and great to have you join!
Excellent video, & I’ve watched a million!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.
As a side note, what is your opinion of the play jungle gym seen at 2:10?
Love it! My daughter is a big climber and it’s been so fun. They use it for climbing but also make forts with it.
What a great challenge that also teaches decluttering skills! Maybe a challenge to run yearly?
That's a great idea!
Where did you get those fold out couch/bed cushions?!?
Hey, new sub here! Glad I found you 😊
Welcome to the channel! Glad you're here!
Inspiring!
I’m downsizing from 2 bedrooms home to 2 bedroom apartment. Still decluttering but my in laws or friend still giving us stuff that we are trying to refuse to have. But already catching up with recycling and get rid more clothes this year. But still the storage is full. Should I get rid some linens too? 😂
I always thought this is not happening to me, I hardly ever buy stuff, I have a small appartment and I'm rather using up the things that I have before getting a replacement. But I had to sort out my attic recently because I was storing stuff for somebody, and I realized I did have paperworks from 20 years past up there, bank slips and what not. At least I don't need to think about if I want to keep it or not, that decision was easy.
I liked the drawers under the clothes in your closet. Where did you get those drawers?
It's all part of the IKEA Boaxel closet system. We've installed it all over the house. Highly recommend!
Good presentation!
Good editing!
Next time add a nice background music.
Good job Madam
Here is a new subscriber from India
NAMASTE 🙏
Welcome!
Please no music! I enjoy the calm vibe so much!
@sophiabright8371
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idk, I don't like this endless cycle of buying and buying and buying, then being proud of how many clutter/trash can be found. Buy new things and start again. The money could be used for so many good social projects instead 😥
where did you the counter top in kitchen?
It was in the house when we moved in, so I’m not sure.
My issue with the no mess method is if I leave the area, there are 1,000 to distracting me and I never end up returning
Watching as I purge 😂 thank you!
You got this! 💪
Off topic, but what jeans are you wearing in the first section of the video? So cute!
Ginger and Dandelion! They’re great. A little pricey but I think worth it. There are also some available used now.
Hi! Could you show your piles of trash, etc.? Visuals are rewarding 😊
Absolutely! Unfortunately I completely forgot to get before and after shots this time 🤦🏻♀️
I would totally have repurposed that cute book holder.. Throwing away things that still have useful life left feels gross, and wasteful. At the very least it would go into the donate pile, sans books but it could still be useful to someone else as a desk organiser, etc. Having things end up in landfills is a big no no to me. I see your struggle but we also have a care to be mindful of environmental impact. I guess we all choose our struggles, don't we? 😕
I think she mentioned recycling all the recyclables which includes the cardboard book holder :)
The most obvious use to me though was to put it aside and keep it in good condition for when all the kids books get sold or donated and another family gets the books in the original box for their own kids. You did make the rules, and were pushing getting rid of 500 items, but some things that are still in good condition, have an actual purpose and will later in their time still have use are not things to throw away. Also, only a fraction of "recyclables" actually get recycled. Don't throw away perfectly useful items for likes. It's wasteful. While I totally get the need to clean, be minimal etc.. DON'T BUY IT if you are just going to throw it away. We all need to stop wasting valuable resources. Books can be borrowed from the library. Or use an electronic edition (also fraught with issues but.. it's what we have as an alternative)
@@laura-s3v A very large percentage of items don't actually end up being recycled. Plus throwing away things that still have a use is wasteful. I get your point, but.. it isn't always the way it seems.
I'm using black trash bags (don't remember where I heard that tip) to dispose of my mom's unneeded stuff now that she has moved into a care home. Most is being donated, but I don't want to second guess myself so out of sight, out of mind. Once I've decided to donate something, BYE!!!
Absolutely!
Armchair arm covers are invaluable!!! You'll regret tossing them when you have to recover your chairs, believe me! You can handstitch them on to stop them working off.
That is a great tip! Too late for me but may be useful for someone else!
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Silly question but why do Americans wear baseball hats indoors? It doesn't compute with the European mind 😅 nice work though!
😂😂 we think they’re cool 😎 and I’m sure my hair was dirty so likely I was hiding that.
I wear one when having a bad hair day…even if I’m just at home lol
Yes. It’s just like wearing clothes 😂
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Recycling ends up in the same place. It’s a hoax
Forgive me if you have done a video about this before I’m
New here and I have one question how do you have time to read research and create your videos and live slow? I have 2 under 4 and I can barely find time to eat. Trying to fix our home and routines but please share your secrets 💞🫶🏼
That's a great question! I'm not sure if I've ever shared the logistics of my work, but I walked through the process I went through to simplify and slow down in my video titled: "The Proven Approach to Simplify Life With Kids." I think that's a good place to start when you're trying to figure out a roadmap for your own family and home.
As for the logistics of keeping up with videos and such, I have help! My in-laws watch the kids two days a week, which allows me to focus and be uninterrupted when I work. That's a huge help! I know there are lots of folks who manage to fit it in without childcare, but that's not my experience.
I also say no to A LOT of stuff in order to live slowly. For instance, videos with heavy research take me 8-10 weeks to produce. So, rather than make myself crazy trying to post videos weekly, I'll sometimes go months without posting.
I hope that provides some useful context! I think your question strikes at the heart of my channel and how I'm hoping to help people. I hope future videos will be useful to you in your journey!
@@papertownhome thank you for taking the time to answer so thoughtfully ! I will watch the video you suggested. I just found your channel recently in my attempt to learn from others as I attempt to be a better steward of my time and home while trying to also create something of value. Your work is beautiful!
@papertownhome, Now that I’ve seen this video, I understand your name. I also live in Paper City. Awesome!
Haha that’s awesome! Come say hi if we ever run into each other 🥰
@papertownhome I sure will!
I really enjoy your thorough and clear explanations of your methods used. I appreciate the time and dedication it takes you to research these yourself to present, your knowledge is incredible and the way you present is honest and explicit. Thank you, very encouraging and motivating 🙏🏼🫶🏼
I’m so glad you found it motivating! That’s the goal!