4 M's of Getting Stuff Done | Messy Minimalist
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- Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
- Today I'm talking about how to get motivated as a wannabe minimalist! That's right, I've been in a decluttering rut, so this week I did some thinking on HOW TO GET STUFF DONE.
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I was looking out for your video last night (I'm in Scotland so it's usually late evening when your video is up) but no video! My husband asked "what are you looking for!" So I said "Rachel, she's normally here by this time every Thursday, hope she's ok." He looked at me for a while then said "who's Rachel?". So I explained that you are a you tuber that I love to follow, he said that the way I spoke about you, it was as if I knew you personally! So when he got home from work today he asked if I had heard from Rachel. I said yes, you were fine!
Love your wee girl, love that she wanted to look for worms! And jumping on the leaves. Great fun!!
haha, too funny! I was pretty bummed that I didn't get it posted in time. I'm late with nearly EVERYTHING in my life it seems, so I knew this was bound to happen eventually ;-) Thanks for waiting up for me!
I'm late with nearly everything too...I'm hoping with downsizing and simplifying....i will have finally caught up.....i always feel I'm late or running behind and too many things to do..and..thats just it...the focus is on too many things....spread thin and taking on too much while still dealing with the old stuff....and find oops late again. but its ok because those that are on time....don't really have much going on(that could be good....or very boring)...and one day i will find the balance between full and still on time.......once i tackle the overflow. don't be bummed..you are getting it done.
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@@lorisiccia5914 I struggle with this as well. I am longing for balance and havent yet found it.
I had to laugh when you said that you didn't get a lot done. You did get a lot done!! Oh my goodness. I dread cleaning up the yard after winter. Getting rid of all that dead debris is huge! Now your flowers will have room to grow and bloom and you'll have a beautiful yard to enjoy.
I suppose you're right! I guess the 'before and after' just seemed so bla - which is why I didn't show them! Reality is, everything this time of the year looks a little 'bla' because everything is still waking up from winter :)
My motivation comes and goes, but my rule of thumb is one project a day, if I'm not real motivated it's a small project, if I'm all keyed up I do a large project, but I always do ONE project a day without fail.
That's a great way to do it. Nice job
This is also a great approach for people with chronic illnesses (including anxiety and depression) to feel like they've got something to aim for and yet not get overworked. For some people, simply taking a shower or getting a bill paid is enough for one day - and it's better than nothing!
Nakidz Yup! But sometimes after you get that one thing done, it feels so good to be "free", that you get more done. I have a bad habit or tendency though, to feel really good and optimistic in January with an empty calendar, schedule a bunch of stuff, and not realize I won't have all that time and energy later. I seem to kind of forget how I usually am and my reality and take up too much responsibilities. Then I feel bad because I fail in my schedules. I need to split tasks into smaller pieces and sessions, and sometimes I need to make a plan b that is really low-effort for the case that I'll be unable to function properly enough for the plan a.
Great idea. Maybe have some small projects keyed up and ready to go. Like, for example, a small box of papers or a drawer you can sort through while watching TV. To make this easier, you could keep a list of small projects for you to choose from.
Love your videos! Easily my favourite channel right now. :) I look forward to each new video you post, and am never disappointed. You have great camera presence and are highly motivating! I've been on my "practical minimalist" journey for just over a year, and I LOVE learning something new from each of your videos! Keep it up!
Thank you! I definitely strive to have original content, so I'm glad you're loving it! :) Take care!
You and your daughter jumping into that pile of leaves. That was just precious!
haha, thank you ;-)
Good for you!! I think raking up leaves and trimming plants and getting them all ready for spring are Very worthy of your time!! I adore taking all the dead stuff and leaves and branches off the dirt on potted plants and around flower beds. It makes your yard look so tidy! I adore watching your challenge. I'm happy you've been doing so great around your house/hotel! Can't wait for more!!
PS when your little girl wanted you to jump in the leaves and pulled you over so you could jump too ....that was classic. xo
haha, thank you! (and yeah - she loves including us in her little games!)
I love your perspective!!!! mischief. no wonder why I always feel like doing chores when I'm most busy
hehe, yes! exactly :)
Just wanted to say that I love your videos; your genuine, quirky approach to realistic minimalism is so refreshing! And yes to the four M's. So true.
Thank you - I'm glad you like them :)
Oh my goodness girl!! I loved this, everything about this video!!! The mental stuff is so important, and I loved watching you just "clear out the weeds"! And you daughter is adorable!!! Like seriously, so cute!! Loved when she made you jump in the pile of leaves!!!
HolmesSweetHolmes said everything I wanted to 😊
when she had you jump in the leaves it warmed my heart and I couldn't help but laugh a genuine and obnoxious laugh 😆
haha! :) Thank you - it was a really fun weekend, I think we all sometimes to forget to take enough 'me time'. :) My daughter helps encourage me to stay spontaneous tho!
Great video! I find yard work very satisfying too. I live on the east coast of Canada and right now we still have mountains of snow. So yard work will have to wait. Your daughter is at such a cute age. Bet she finds wonder in everything. It's so wonderful! My son is 13 now but I remember him being the same way at that age. I cherish those times.
Since your last video ive been checking daily to see if you've posted a new video. You are SO motivating to watch. Ive been feeling totally blah. Im trying to curb my shopping to pay off debt and im trying to declutter and watching you totally gives me that "momentum" your talking about. Ive dealt with tons of stuff i cut my storage unit from a 10x10 to a 5x5 and im saving $160/month just from that. And ive sold stuff ive realized i really dont need to keep. Watching you is like watching myself. Just wanted to let you know that im a huge fan and what your doing really is helping others! ❤️ thanks for being so awesome.
Purging so much so fast can leave us with feelings of loss. We attach so much sentimentality to our items when we get rid of so much at once we perceive it the same way as a death and go through the grieving process. Perhaps thats where you've gotten to in your declutter journey.
I so love the fact that you are so down to earth and honest. I'm currently binge watching your videos, (need to go to sleep as its late!) just deviated to another video from a too fancy woman in a huge white house with too much perfect stuff. Thank you for being gorgeous and keeping it real and so relatable.
You are so right! getting started is always the hardest part, but once I do, the momentum takes over, and I am on fire! I set my goal to do a little each day, and I usually end up twice as much. your videos have helped me stay excited about the process.
Watching someone's You tube channel that motivates me usually gets me going. Watching someone else getting things done makes me want to do the same. Not every day will be the mountain top experience...but you can also just look around you and admire what you have accomplished in days prior. MMMM. :)
I am so binging on your purging and decluttering videos! Keep up the great work! You are setting a great example for your little one too as well as breaking the cycle that your mother passed to you as far as shopping habits and hoarding habits. Great Job!! You've motivated me to go through my closet and all the little nooks and crannies of my little apartment and it already feels so much bigger due to the amount of space I've created. Now I'm trying to plan a yard sale with all the extra ish...
Awesome! Well good work going through your own apartment! I love hearing that others are getting motivated and taking action! Keep it up
you do crack me up! I'm totally procrastinating some yard clean up right now! But you are reminding me it totally counts as part of messy at the moment! it's what people see (and form opinions) when they go by. and it is what we first see when we approach home. a definite mood setter! and it cheers up a few neighbors ... and our landlord, even. Mmmm I'm pretty sure you did A Lot!
hah, I do agree that having a tidy outdoor space sets the tone when you come home! For that matter...I should go clean my outdoor entry way, because that is still a mess! ;-)
I loved watching the yard cleanup -- would be happy to watch more of those in the future alongside the purge videos! I love weeding as well as decluttering, they're definitely related.
Oh my goodness this Mischief is a GAME changer for me! Thanks so much! No more guilt for getting “side-tracked.”
Watching your channel is super motivating for me! I've lived so much of my life in a haze of clutter and after watching you in several videos I feel like I can really change my life. (I know this is an old one...) I woke up today feeling very motivated to finally clean my desk space, definitely an avalanche project. I've been having fun giving my stuff away on Facebook...to people who actually will go to the effort to get the stuff! It's great. Thank you again!
I'm glad I could help! And sounds like you're doing a great job!
Love your four M's theory! Brilliant! So fun to watch you clear out your beautiful big garden. Your little girl is so darling in her red boots, hat, and mittens!I remember when my boys were that age. Sigh. They grow so fast. Love all these videos.💜❤️
Glad you liked it! :)
Always enjoy seeing your videos and its nice to spend some time with family in the garden. Cant wait t see the garage and also under the stairs xx
So...I have just been diagnosed with severe ADHD, and even without the diagnosis I know I have a problem with impulse buying!! Basically what happens is I turn into a hoarder, I have no idea what I own because I have a bad memory, I don't have the attention to fix the problem, and when I try to get rid of stuff I feel bad, so I keep it. Then I get stressed out and horrible anxiety because my house is a disaster!! A friend of mine introduced me to the idea of minimalism, and I was instantly intrigued. At first I thought, I don't have a clue how I'm going to do this! But then as I did extensive research I realized that in the end what I should really be more focused on is what is right for me! I want to simplify my stuff because it will help me to be more organized, which my brain desperately needs to be able to avoid becoming anxious. Its not just freeing a space, it frees my mind. But through the process, I instantly liked your channel, and it has easily become a favorite! I love how real you are, how genuine and encouraging you are! Watching your videos encourages me to keep decluttering knowing that I can reach my goals...so...thanks for being you 😉 it makes a difference
YES! I've been thinking about doing this exact task this weekend. Its going to feel so much better clearing all that dead weight and debris out of the garden and the front lawn to make space for the new growth this spring.
Awesome - Good luck! :)
Have to say, your daughter is adorable! And, yep, she's a northern Michigan girl- wanting to go hunt some worms! lol
I have a huge problem area with my desk. I hoard stationary and office supplies and pieces of paper I know longer need. I finally took control today! My computer died a few months ago and it took this time to save up enough to purchase a new one. I was determined that I was not going to set it up amongst all that clutter so Saturday was spent cleaning and sorting through it all. My reward was getting the new computer set up today! And, the bonus is that I listed on FB sell groups all the crap I had in drawers or boxes and hadn't used in months or years and sold 90% of it straight away! What doesn't sell by the Thursday evening meet goes to our local thrift store Friday morning! I am definitely saying mmmm!
haha - Thanks! ;-) Nice job on your reward and selling all that stuff! that's awesome :) I bet it feels great!
I think everybody understand, that apart from youtube you have a LIFE to live. And showing us that you are not a super powered woman, that can do anything without getting tired like some kind of robot represents you as simply human being. So don't worry, the most important part is that you keep going to your goal. It's your chose to set up the speed of this journey.
p.s. You are really motivating me to clean our new apartment where we just move in. Thank you, keep doing! Sorry, if my English is too bad, I send you love and regards from Russia!
Thank you for this comment :) . And also, your english is great, better grammar than many native english speakers! :) Good luck with your new apartment!
What a refreshing video! I've also been on the decluttering and organizing journey since January. It's been quite the process as I'm sure you know and I was feeling guilty about having planned to take some "me" time tonight. But your video reminded me that taking time to recharge is okay and essential to staying on track. Thank you!
I'm glad you enjoyed it - hope your journey is going well :)
I did my front and back garden yesterday, as the weather was so nice. Felt sooo good.
Mischief Managed 💕
I don't have a house of my own, so I just clean my room. I'm still in high school. I've gotten rid of 165 things so far. Yeah, I counted. I am extremely sentimental and love colorful stuff, so I won't have one of those spotless rooms with white walls. But that's okay. You and I are both minimalists, but we keep what we love and get rid of what we don't. We do our best, and that's what counts! I love minimalism. Sorry for the long comment, haha.
I love when mommys stop what they're doing and give their babies some cuddles. They're only that little for a short while. Also , I saw your Supervisor hard at work again. That cat takes management seriously 😉
hehe - seriously I think the pets are loving this camera. That or I just don't realize how often they orbit me!
gardening is therapeutic for me, and my son loves to help me too, hes about the same age as your daughter!
Same here - I tend to forget that until I'm out there! I bet your son is as big of a help as my little one, eh? ;-)
Oh my gosh... from no motivation, to getting all that done! I'll take your "lack of motivation" any day! Great job! I'm new to your channel and LOVE your videos! Thank you for giving ME motivation when I watch them!
:) haha thanks! I'm glad I can help motivate!!
So agree to go with it if you are motivated. De-cluttering videos or an episode or two of Hoarders/Clean House can usually motivate me. "Do you really want to end up on these shows? No? Go clean now!"
Mmmm! What a perfect approach to those days when you're just not feeling it :)
:) Yeah, I think so!
I think you got a lot done! Not in the realm of decluttering, but definitely a lot in the way of garden maintenance! And that stuff is hard work! The loads full of old leaves and debris are evidence of that.
I'm usually here for the decluttering, but this was nice too! I'm definitely feeling like getting out in my garden tomorrow
Good luck! It's been a few days since you commented, so I'm hoping you made it to the garden ;-)
The 5th M...Marvelous!
haha, yes!
Your channel is FOR REAL my favorite right now. You are so inspiring and I love how real and authentic you are!
oh, awesome - thank you! :-D
Yay!!!! I'm so happy to see you! What a beautiful day and beautiful weather! Thank you for sharing. I love your videos because you are real and genuine. It's okay to take time out for you and do things you enjoy :)
Thanks for this! :) I'm glad you are still enjoying the videos - it was a beautiful day and I still feel great days after just from getting out there!
Great job on getting things done!!
All those leaves are great for a garden compost! If you are trying to embrace minimalism in the amount of trash you create, a compost is a great thing to have! So much of what we throw out is compostable and eventually it gives you amazing, nutritional (for the plants) soil. :)
Keep up the good work! I love watching your journey. It is very inspiring!
Thank you! Yep we actually cleared out an area in the backyard that we can pull the garden tractor past to unload the leaves and make compost! I'll have to show it in a future video :)
Can we talk about how pretty her eyes look with that outfit and scarf. I am glad you didn't declutter your wardrobe to only black and white.
Wow..I think you got a LOT done.......theres something satisfying about raking leaves...and leaving room for new growth.
I'm on May long weekend....and since the school is closed today.I got into some mischief with my dog..went for a walk got some sun.....sat down to have a bite for lunch and played this video...and feeling some renewed motivation to get some stuff done......ahhh fresh air is rejuvenating isn't it. thanks for the inspiration...now going to go jump on the motivation while its here.
Good luck!
thanks!....im at it again today...and almost midnight motivation to get another bag o stuff out'..mostly more soggy stuff i missed'
Im a big fan of your videos and personality :) im actually a pretty neat person naturally but i've been going through the motions of downsizing and decluttering too. Your videos helped me see that even though im 'neat' it doesn't mean that im using my space effectively. And that i hold on to a lot of things i don't need that are just stressing me out :)
Your an inspiration dear! God bless you! I am 68 year old Grandma but much got left in my personal growth for too many reasons to mention. You are helping me in ways you can't imagine.
I'm so glad, I love hearing this :) Take care!!
Lol that was work! Just different kind. Working outside sometimes doesn't seem like work. But it is. Maybe it's the fresh air! You worked your butt off! Thank you for sharing.
A change of pace is a powerful & healthy thing. Thanks for sharing, Rachel! Keep up the good work & have fun!!
thank you!
Rachel I live for your videos!!!! I get so excited when I see a new one 😁 👍🏼 You have no idea how helpful and motivating they are. I love watching one right before I dive into a purge or cleaning project! thank you for making these!!!! Great breakdown on this one, I can relate to "not every weekend is going to be a huge purge" sometimes I get so down on myself. Also your daughter is the cutest!! I have a 2 yr old little girl and I love seeing their similarities. My little one is always trying to help out..but usually making more mess LOL. Anyways thank you and looking forward to joining you on more of your journey 🤗👍🏼
Aw - thanks for this comment! :) I'm really love hearing that people feel inspired by them! It makes my day. :-D I hear you on having a little one make more messes than helping! haha, it's pretty cute to see them try tho :) Thanks for following - and good luck!!
Oh man, I'm dreading having to clean up my backyard once the weather clears up here in Western NY. While I definitely get the MMMM after it's done. It's a long process of raking, mowing, bagging and setting up for our spring/summer/fall. Another great video. Thanks for giving me something to look forward to on Thursdays.
It is a long process - but I like doing it better than the fall/winter prep of taking down stuff. Plus I'm always feeling so cooped up from winter that it's almost a treat to go outside. But I hear ya! Do you have enough property where you could compost or push your leaves to the side instead of bagging them. (I dread having to bag stuff too....)
Loved this! Your little helper is so cute! Such a sweet family!
Thank you!
Reminded me of cleaning up the yard with my family and riding on the mower with Dad 💚
I also have many fond memories of riding the mower with my dad! :)
This was one of my favorite videos of yours yet! Even though you didn't work inside your house, you still got stuff done and it looks like you really did get a lot accomplished outside and, like you said, sometimes you just need that rejuvenation. It looks like you live in a resort! Very neat looking. You are so real, and I have loved "being on your journey with you"!! Very inspiring. Thanks so much for keeping us all going with your videos and inspiration. P.S. Great name and you spell it the right way, too! 😉😉😉
love your garden! I bet it looks gorgeous when it's ful on spring/summer and blooming!
Your daughter raking with you is the cutest thing ever. Her little rake matches her boots and mittens.
Sometimes you gotta just go look for worms.
haha, exactly :)
Yard work is so much more fun when you have a little helper. Really those are the best days of your life!
Angela Landreth So true. Some of my favorite memories as a kid were of "helping" my mom and dad in the yard. Such fun!
Agreed! It is more fun! :-D
I love your videos, been binge watching them! 💖I always love your Harry Potter plugs too! ⚡️🚂
Oh my goodness 💕! I don't know how I missed this video.. what I needed today ..2018! Have been stumbling on that exact feeling.. thank you Rachel 👍👍
Your daughter is so sweet. I love how you involved her in your project. Being outside is so invigorating. At this time of year, when you can, you should. 😊 Love your videos. They have really inspired me to return to my downsizing project. I was going strong for months, and then I petered out a bit. Back to it and looking at my stuff through a fresh lens.
Thanks :) Glad you're feeling ready to get back into it. Nothing wrong with taking a break. Good luck!
Daughter is adorable! Getting stuff done is always satisfying
You seems more focused then your first video, less disappointed with state of the house.Maybe even happier.The 4M is a good idea,glad that it's working for you.The kid is really cute,omg
Thanks - I do feel like mentally this whole process has been great for my state of mind. I think I feel more determined for change now, and maybe a little less ashamed of myself (and the state I keep my home in). It's helped a lot to have such an encouraging community here!
Messy Minimalist Haha,thats the whole point.Enjoy the process.
I feel totally invigorated after watching you garden lol
I'm excited to see the garage 😍
so am I... haha ;-)
Wow, that was awsome. What a lot of work. Your daughter is so cute & helpful. This was fun to watch and I really think you're on to something with the 4Ms. Thanks.
Thank you :) Glad you liked it
I like how you did your makeup today! Not that dark around the eye and all over more natural (: suits you much better in my opinion!
Oh, thank you! I didn't even realize I did it differently, I think I got interrupted while applying it, but perhaps a happy mistake. haha
nice vid! did something similar yesterday. started looking through boxes in the garage and ended up cleaning most of it out. felt SO GOOD!!
amazing! good for you!!
I just love how you say exactly how I am thinking! I love your channel and wish you post more! lol I need to get out and do my garden as well and it was inspiring to see your video 😀
Good luck in your garden :)
I've been more motivated to declutter inside more lately because it is still SO cold outside right now. But your video made me want to get outside in my gardens so bad! I WISH we could leave photo comments. LOL Great work...looks like it was a ton of fun too!
I wish people could leave photo comments too!! I've thought that many times :) You can always post things to my facebook page ... I love to see what others are doing! facebook.com/messyminimalist Hope things warm up soon for you! I live pretty far north (I'm smack dab on the 45th parallel, so things are JUST warming up for me!)
Girl I just love your channel! Decluttering leaves is definitely still decluttering ☺
thanks! I suppose you're right, more mindless perhaps, but still has the same effect! :)
Such great content. Real. Applicable. Love it.
:) Thank you
You motivated me!! I actually stopped the video to go and get some stuff done (I kept watching till the end later ;)
Aw! Your daughter is so adorable. I really enjoyed this video. Looking forward to More!
Thank you!
Love this video! Very motivating!
I really enjoy watching you. I've lived in a city apartment for 4 years and miss the yard work. I miss soil.
It does feel good to get out there. Maybe a plant or terrarium for you? :)
Yes, yes. Thank you for the video!
you're welcome!
You are doing AWESOME! MM GOOD!
Loved seeing your cute daughter “helping” you! I’m a gardener too, but in Florida, not Michigan.
Yes! Totally agree, another inspiring video :)
Thank you!
@Messy Minimalist MMMM - this video!!! Thanks! Love ya!
:) Glad you liked it!!
The 'Mmmm' gave me a smile and is memorable :)
Really enjoyed seeing you enjoy family time in your garden areas ...
I'm glad :)
I love your videos. They are motivating me to clean my own flat and get rid of stuff I do not use or need :D
Thank you - I love hearing that!
You are gong to keep movin' on up! 4 M's of getting rid of stuff + 2 M's of Messy Minimalist= MMMMmm! An even better sound, heheheehe.
lol love it!! I didn't even think of my screen name! :-D
Your little lady is precious!
Thank you :) :)
I tried it, it works wonders. Thank you Rachel! :D
I love your videos (new to me) and I like your advice. I like your 4 M's. But I don't want to get rid of everything. But I'm using your tips to help me organize. Thank you so much for your channel.
You are a fun family. :)
👍🏼🙃💕 thanks I have been "searching" to get random stuff done around the house. I have a long way to go, but Feels really nice!!! Mmm 🤗
Good work! :)
Good - looking forward to this. I've been at it for a few months now and I'm pretty much toast. Need a boost.
Good luck!!
Love that Beetle!
Ahh, thanks! I wish it were mine, it's actually my dad's!
My old assignment papers in that luggage bag in my son's room. Inside the closet underneath the blankets and pillows
Love your videos a lot.
I don't think you didn't do all that much outside. You did a lot actually. You cleaned up the spaces so you can move on to the next step. That is very big.
Also, your daughter is such a cutie!!
Thank you! :)
I loved this!! thank you for it
Glad you liked it! :)
I needed to hear this today (and for the record, I don't know how I haven't already seen this video of yours. I wonder if there's any of your other videos I missed...hmmmm...4 Ms...see what I did there?).
So glad I found you! WOOT WOOT! You remind me of ME :) Love the outtakes, BTW - too cute! Hope you found lots of lovely worms!!!
haha, thanks! And we found a couple worms! She was pretty excited :)
Mmmmm I wish I could go outside and do this. We just got hit with MORE snow :(
But once its gone and the weather calls it , I will be out there too! Thank you for sharing! xoxo
Oh no! we were threatened with snow the other day but it never came (phew!) Hopefully yours melts soon!
I'm from Michigan too!
Love your videos!
Thanks!
I wish you would have done a before and after shot they make me happy
ah, sorry! I almost did, but all the brown (and lack of green in general) made it look kinda 'bla'! I'll try to keep doing them in videos tho :)
Messy Minimalist yay I love your channel I'm excited to see your garage video keep it up :)
I really enjoy watching your channel!!Watching your videos has motivated me to get so much done! I'm also find it relaxing or calming to know another mom has same type of struggles, maybe worse 🤔!! My husband walked into the kitchen this morning and I was eating breakfast and watching your video and he said " Are you seriously watching another mom clean?? It's like mommy porn!" 😜 Maybe so but I'm glad I have you in my life...glad we all have the same struggles and just knowing that I'm not the only one helps so much. I also greatly appreciate all of your valuable lessons/insight about CRAP we do not really need! 👍 Cheers
OMGSH your eyes are so beautiful; they're so blue. Lucky! BTW, this video is so damn cute. Mmmmmm, lol
haha! thank you :)
And technically, this is still decluttering. I think outdoor spaces count! Even if you just declutter natural things.
You reminded me that I need to clean out my trunk!
get it girl! ;-)