Erica Lucas
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Decluttering PILES OF PAPER and Getting ORGANIZED! 📑
** My categories are at the 15:00 minute mark. ** In this video, I declutter and organize piles of paper. This decluttering project took me about an hour and half, and it's edited down to 15 minutes to share with you.
Declutter Paper in 9 Steps!
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Can 20-Minute Daily Decluttering Change Your Life?
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Entryway Organization
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Hello! I'm Erica Lucas. On this channel, I share videos about making life simple one day at a time. Obstructive, massive, problem-level clutter overwhelmed me... until I decluttered thousands of items! 2024 marks my fifth year of decluttering, and I am now bridging from decluttering and minimalism into simple living, slow living, and sharing tips with you for minimalist living!
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Відео

10-Minute BACKWARDS Declutter! 👜
Переглядів 9 тис.9 годин тому
One bag at a time! Going from messy to tidy with a fast 10-minute decluttering project. Half of it was trash that was SAVED. Seriously. When will I learn - ha! Can decluttering 10 minutes a day change your life? Yes! Routines and habits that contribue to living with less stuff - including decluttering and organization - add up over time. Well, add up to open spaces of nothing. :) WATCH NEXT! Ca...
15 Simple Living Practices for a BUSY Life (...decluttering is #10!)
Переглядів 10 тис.19 годин тому
Watch this video for 15 simple living and decluttering practices for a busy life. This video was filmed as a day in the life - DITL video - and as I edited it, I realized my everyday includes these 15 simple living practices after years of decluttering. WATCH NEXT! The Journey from Decluttering to Simple Living ua-cam.com/video/6cWbKAHxwKI/v-deo.html Reset One Room at a Time: ua-cam.com/video/m...
My Secret to Organizing Entryway Clutter
Переглядів 7 тис.День тому
In this short video, I share how I keep clutter organized in our entryway closet. Affectionately titled the "launchpad" - this space organizes items that will leave the house with us... library books, returns, birthday gifts, and more. Repurposing a shelf seasonally helps me save money and stay organized. WATCH NEXT! 5 Clutter Busting Ideas Hacks for Every Home! ua-cam.com/video/pf1VkmCJAuY/v-d...
BYE CLUTTER! 5 Methods for EVERY Home! 🏡
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Get your home organized TODAY with these decluttering hacks! Only number 5 is to actually declutter, and the other 4 are tips to organize fast! WATCH NEXT! Make a Room Better video: ua-cam.com/video/mhesA3Sqmp4/v-deo.html Clutter Basket Hack BLOG www.ericalucas.com/post/clutterbasket 15 Advantages of Simple Living ua-cam.com/video/xBDjBP8tTJY/v-deo.html The Journey from Decluttering to Simple L...
8 Things to Know about DECLUTTERING GUILT 💰
Переглядів 17 тис.21 день тому
I thought the title of this video should be "How to Declutter without Feeling Guilty." However, in my humble opinion, it feels impossible to declutter without some measure of guilt. However, this video post will offer guidance on processing financial guilt, specifically, instead of trying to decluttering without it. Watch this video for the 8 considerations about decluttering with financial gui...
I pulled EVERYTHING out of my messy linen closet…
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Watch this video for the five questions I asked to declutter and organize my linen closet! My messy-but-organized linen closet needed some updating. After decluttering to only the things I want to manage, it's much easier to organize! 50% cabinet decluttering rule video: ua-cam.com/video/g9wvMlNYVCM/v-deo.html Reset One Room at a Time: ua-cam.com/video/mhesA3Sqmp4/v-deo.html Cleaning checklist ...
Can 20-Minute Daily Decluttering Change Your Life?
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Can a 20-minute decluttering habit every day actually change your life? In this video, I am clearing off our dining room table by selling items and putting things where they belong in our home. If you declutter regularly, your home will show the efforts. Reset One Room at a Time: ua-cam.com/video/mhesA3Sqmp4/v-deo.html Cleaning checklist to declutter weekly: www.etsy.com/listing/1689342487/week...
The mindset shift that is TRANSFORMING my home! 🏠
Переглядів 13 тис.Місяць тому
Feeling less stressed with THIS mindset shift on my journey of decluttering to minimalism to simple living. Hang out with me while I chat about some changes I have been making in our home. Cleaning checklist to declutter weekly: www.etsy.com/listing/1689342487/weekly-cleaning-checklist-to-declutter Clutter Basket Hack BLOG www.ericalucas.com/post/clutterbasket Watch Next! Bedroom Declutter ua-c...
The REAL Reason This Room is a DIRTY MESS ...
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Real life minimalism in this video! The build up of clutter after 3 weeks of skipping our bedroom on my cleaning checklist. Cleaning checklist to declutter weekly: www.etsy.com/listing/1689342487/weekly-cleaning-checklist-to-declutter Clutter Basket Hack BLOG www.ericalucas.com/post/clutterbasket Watch Next! Bedroom Declutter ua-cam.com/video/hXDuBPqMFl8/v-deo.html 15 Advantages of Simple Livin...
Cluttered Closet Nightmares! BEFORE and AFTER Decluttering 💚
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Sometimes on the path to simple living you forget that your backpack was wet and it ended up shoved into a closet three years ago. Watch Next! KITCHEN ORGANIZATION: Spices, Utensils, and More! ua-cam.com/video/zazhTQwgI5U/v-deo.html #simpleliving #slowliving #minimalism #declutter WATCH NEXT! 15 Advantages of Simple Living ua-cam.com/video/xBDjBP8tTJY/v-deo.html 3 Habits for Simple Living ua-ca...
Organize and Declutter the Kitchen (and MORE) with Me!
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Join Thrive Market today to get 30% off your first order a free gift worth up to $60! thrivemarket.com/EricaLucas Simple living includes organization and decluttering! In this video, I unpack bins from the RV full of kitchen organization items and more. I also share a grocery haul, organize the pantry, swim gear, and summer hosting items. Watch Next! KITCHEN ORGANIZATION: Spices, Utensils, and ...
SPRING EPISODE 2: Garden prep + Car clean out + my weird 2 purse method 👜👜
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Join me in this video for the second episode of a vlog style series focused on slow living and simple living in the spring time. Episode 1 of Slow Living and Simple Living: ua-cam.com/video/LvYR1CMDw8U/v-deo.html Gary Pilarchik's Garden Channel: www.youtube.com/@UCptL6_qMImyW_yZwiMjQdpg Gardening book: amzn.to/3UtL5j2 Lip gloss: amzn.to/4b3CPNN #simpleliving #slowliving #minimalism #declutter W...
SPRING EPISODE 1: Simple Living, Cooking, Laundry, and Errands
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Join me in this simple living video for the start of a vlog style series focused on slow living and simple living in the spring time. Meal Planner: www.etsy.com/listing/1720444271/meal-planner-organize-your-meal-plans-by #simpleliving #declutter #minimalism WATCH NEXT! 15 Advantages of Simple Living ua-cam.com/video/xBDjBP8tTJY/v-deo.html 3 Habits for Simple Living ua-cam.com/video/4hu-FRCgT6M/...
Grocery Haul + My Simple Meal Plan Strategy!
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Join me in this simple living video for a grocery haul and how I meal plan after I grocery shop! Meal Planner: www.etsy.com/listing/1720444271/meal-planner-organize-your-meal-plans-by slow cooker sweet potato soup: ua-cam.com/video/FHJ754EvZSM/v-deo.html honey garlic chicken tenderloins: ua-cam.com/users/shortsI8X_Fz6DWoU #simpleliving #declutter #minimalism WATCH NEXT! 15 Advantages of Simple ...
Are We Decluttering WRONG?!
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Are We Decluttering WRONG?!
Day in the Life of Simple Living 💚 (meal prep, mindset, and broth)
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Day in the Life of Simple Living 💚 (meal prep, mindset, and broth)
10 Things that Happen After Decluttering
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10 Things that Happen After Decluttering
A journey from decluttering to simple living 🏠
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A journey from decluttering to simple living 🏠
Decluttering is NOT just about the stuff...
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Decluttering is NOT just about the stuff...
Organizing Our Home One Day at a Time
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Organizing Our Home One Day at a Time
EXTREME DECLUTTER!
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EXTREME DECLUTTER!
I was not expecting this to happen ...
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I was not expecting this to happen ...
Clothes Declutter with Me for Spring 2024!
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Clothes Declutter with Me for Spring 2024!
How I am Repurposing Sentimental Clutter (instead of decluttering it!)
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How I am Repurposing Sentimental Clutter (instead of decluttering it!)
Simplified Kitchen After Decluttering!
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Simplified Kitchen After Decluttering!
Declutter Organize and Clean the Kitchen in this Weekly Reset!
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Declutter Organize and Clean the Kitchen in this Weekly Reset!
Feel LESS OVERWHELMED in these 3 Spots!
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Feel LESS OVERWHELMED in these 3 Spots!
How to DECLUTTER FAST Every Day and have LESS STRESS!
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How to DECLUTTER FAST Every Day and have LESS STRESS!
Declutter with Me!
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Declutter with Me!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @johnandkitty
    @johnandkitty 2 години тому

    I'm so sorry, Erica. This is so hard.

  • @kaylafaircloth74
    @kaylafaircloth74 2 години тому

    For the Christmas ornaments if you have pictures of your kids from 2023 Christmas opening presents and stuff that would be perfect in those

  • @CL-mn1yq
    @CL-mn1yq 3 години тому

    I want to turn this on again when I can evaluate what's working for us and what can be added. I only do one load wash a day (six days a week) but others in house responsible for their loads... And some days are not for wash but putting away. Gotta do what works!

  • @CL-mn1yq
    @CL-mn1yq 3 години тому

    Being a morning person would help tremendously - 5am is impressive.

  • @pameehanson3866
    @pameehanson3866 3 години тому

    Thanks for sharing your moment with your mom’s note. As I go thru papers, books and mentos of my hubby I felt your pain🥲 it hits at odd moments. Liked your taking us thru a process to sort and organize. ❤

  • @valmc9652
    @valmc9652 3 години тому

    Found a note from my dad today on the back of an old envelope. He died in 2008. It says 'Enjoy your day Val'. What are the chances?

  • @judyellen4412
    @judyellen4412 4 години тому

    Thank you so much for how real your videos are. I am sure you helped a lot of people today by talking about your Mom. It’s funny because I always wonder what it would have been like to have a mother that was nice. My Mom passed away 6 yrs ago and I don’t really feel much about her. I always try to be a better Mom to my sons, than my Mom was to me.

  • @sharonsomers5513
    @sharonsomers5513 4 години тому

    You broke my heart watching you about your mothers hand writing. I wanted to give you a hug.

  • @Heather.C.ButterflySage
    @Heather.C.ButterflySage 4 години тому

    This is excellent. I have paperwork I'm needing to sift through again, another layer of the onion. Thanks for your vulnerability regarding grief and your losses. Heartful appreciation for your work in the world. Blessings to you and your family.

  • @sandrafromscotland
    @sandrafromscotland 5 годин тому

    You are not alone Erica. I can relate to keeping handwritten pieces from my Mum and seeing the changes in handwriting. Thanks for keeping that in 💞 Well done sorting through those papers bag lady 🙌 p.s. I'm sure I've said bag lady before and I say it with a smile because watching you I see that bags work for you 😊

  • @kims914
    @kims914 5 годин тому

    Thinking of you Erica. Thank you for sharing your grief. Most of us are feeling the same way. ❤

  • @jenniferbarney4220
    @jenniferbarney4220 6 годин тому

    Sending a virtual hug. Grief is tough...

  • @terryruiz7417
    @terryruiz7417 6 годин тому

    I had to smile when I heard what you were doing. I began the day tackling three dresser drawers, then a bit in a closet, and on to my desk to sort through paperwork. I cam to a stopping point at lunch, just short of filing. The job, not finished, but better than things were. Full bag to donate, full trash can to empty. Now, enjoying you, and after loss of my dad and oldest brother, I get it. Big hug to you!

  • @pamelafreeman4548
    @pamelafreeman4548 7 годин тому

    ❤😊

  • @suzannerockall4030
    @suzannerockall4030 7 годин тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @barbaraweber3084
    @barbaraweber3084 7 годин тому

    Busy mama. My mother was a war bride (German) and later in life a mean, nasty, demanding woman. She took out all of her life's disappointments on us five children, but you know what? I still miss her anyway but the sorrow is still there. We are all functioning adults now and when we get together we can laugh at it and shake our heads but no tears.

  • @wyattperry557
    @wyattperry557 7 годин тому

    Thank you so much for leaving the grief in. This is also my life after losing my daughter Sarah, F29 in November.

  • @dianamarsden1933
    @dianamarsden1933 8 годин тому

    Great video! You gave me the path to how to sort papers categories I had never considered. Thank you dear Erica you help me so much.

  • @jacquelinejordan1588
    @jacquelinejordan1588 8 годин тому

    Love to you 💖💖 I call those my steel magnolia moments, where crying jags just come over you. Best wishes

  • @bethstratton3391
    @bethstratton3391 8 годин тому

    Oh Erica, well done for dealing with your desk and pushing through, both when you hit indecision and when you found the note from your mum. I can really see how much you love her and she is with you in your heart. She must have been such an amazing lady. I know this from the way you have talked about her in your previous video’s. I just wanted to say, I watched your video literally straight after I found out someone I have chatted with online with for over ten years has late stage cancer. Your crying gave me a release to cry for them, their family and what they are going through. Thank you for being so raw and honest in your videos and giving us real genuine emotion. Sending you a big hug. 🤗

  • @karenstairs8273
    @karenstairs8273 8 годин тому

    I use the same bag for my Spark Life Binder. My Granddaughter just got married and I made her and her new husband a Spark Life Binder too.

  • @phyllischavez6662
    @phyllischavez6662 8 годин тому

    I saw the title of this vidio & got excited❤😂!0

  • @tanyajohnston8262
    @tanyajohnston8262 9 годин тому

    Hugs ❤

  • @sonyahubbard3226
    @sonyahubbard3226 9 годин тому

    🫂🫂

  • @christinedisneyqueen5746
    @christinedisneyqueen5746 9 годин тому

    Thank you for sharing. I know it was not easy, at times. 🩷

  • @brendadigiacomandrea547
    @brendadigiacomandrea547 10 годин тому

    I love the artwork hanging in the windows. 😍 hugs my sweet friend ❤❤

  • @serenitynoworganisingvanco8220
    @serenitynoworganisingvanco8220 10 годин тому

    The journey of grief cuts our breath - not easy. 💔

  • @dianegriffen2756
    @dianegriffen2756 10 годин тому

    Crying with you (had to stop the video). Yes it still hits at unexpected times. Thank you for your authenticity. Hugs to you Erica. xx

  • @sharonhenry2820
    @sharonhenry2820 10 годин тому

    On the back of a Yahtzee score pad, my mom recorded each person's personal best (high score). Herself, children, grandchildren and extended family who visited and played the game. I still keep it and she has been gone almost 10 years. It means a lot to me to see her handwriting and it is a physical reminder of the connection she had with loved ones. (Not to mention her love of games.) So no I don't think it is odd for you to be hit with strong emotions when you came across the game instructions that your mom wrote. Especially since it was for a game he invented. ❤

  • @kathryngarcia8800
    @kathryngarcia8800 10 годин тому

    Yes, we are in this together. I have a voice mail saved from my Mom wishing me a Happy Birthday. She sounded so frail so its difficult to listen to, but I can't delete it. ❤ Oh, paperwork can be a real burden!

  • @juliecombs462
    @juliecombs462 10 годин тому

    Thanks for taking us along with you. 😊

  • @shelleydavies1639
    @shelleydavies1639 10 годин тому

    How generous of you to share that emotion

  • @user-hd6ux2xg8x
    @user-hd6ux2xg8x 10 годин тому

    You are fun to watch ty erica, you are very organized

  • @MR-rw3vc
    @MR-rw3vc 10 годин тому

    😊

  • @pattik8335
    @pattik8335 11 годин тому

    Oh, Erica, I felt that grief come over you and cried along with you. It's those little things that jump out at us and can take us over the edge for a brief moment. It's been four years since I lost my Mom and miss her terribly. Hugs to you.

    • @mountaingarden8823
      @mountaingarden8823 8 годин тому

      Lost my Mom this June 😥 My husband lost his stepfather in August 23, and father this April. So much grief while we try to focus on the happy memories of times shared.

  • @amykotlarski9250
    @amykotlarski9250 11 годин тому

    Aww Erica...a hug for you...a prayer for you...a thanks for you...for sharing such a personal and emotional moment with us.

  • @raymondmonaghan4112
    @raymondmonaghan4112 11 годин тому

    Maybe that little memory could be in a photo frame just thought love from Eugenie your friend xxx ✨💕

  • @alenescoblete5540
    @alenescoblete5540 13 годин тому

    We count on you to show us the reality, that even a minimalist’s home needs resetting, more decluttering, and changes in organization as our lives change. Showing us perfection does us no good at all. Keep up the great work, Erica!

  • @tallulahsmom2964
    @tallulahsmom2964 22 години тому

    I repair Christmas ornaments every year too! I will also add new ribbon for the ornaments to hang pretty on the tree, if needed. Have a wonderful week. Summer is going so fast.

  • @carolebridges798
    @carolebridges798 23 години тому

    Good job

  • @marilynshelton2371
    @marilynshelton2371 День тому

    Good tips, but it still seems like there are too many clothes. The one drawer for all the potions is cool.

  • @susanwalgren3939
    @susanwalgren3939 День тому

    Another good video! Maybe u could do a 30 day declutter backwards.? Day 1-declutter 30 items, day 2-declutter 29, and so forth.

  • @LP-tu8li
    @LP-tu8li День тому

    I think my reaction would be to those ornaments, donate them and next time don’t buy ornaments that take work. Buy an ornament that goes directly on the tree. In a busy season of life, I like to make things as low maintenance as possible. 😊

  • @Nan-ir9ct
    @Nan-ir9ct День тому

    I raised and homeschooled 3 children in a 2 bedroom house. It's amazing what can be done with less. Im overwhelmed just looking at all that you have. A lot isnt necessary. But, congratulations on your decluttering jouney!

  • @sharie5706
    @sharie5706 День тому

    Erica, thanks for sharing this step-by-step process, always enjoy your videos, even if I don't comment often - the shift from what you're keeping versus getting rid of puts a positive spin on decluttering.

  • @normasubia6807
    @normasubia6807 День тому

    I been using my whisk for years !!!!

  • @normasubia6807
    @normasubia6807 День тому

    Yes empty tables empty closets!!!!

  • @alisonb7237
    @alisonb7237 День тому

    Your house is unrecognisable to the house you filmed at the start of your journey. Well done x

  • @sandyheredia3027
    @sandyheredia3027 День тому

    I wish I had a closet that big

  • @thatswhatisaid8908
    @thatswhatisaid8908 День тому

    I realise I have 2 doom bags. One from this year, maybe 3-4 months ago, but the other one is years. It is YEARS. It might be 3 years! I'm pretty sure both bags are just homeless items. I will have to investigate this!