Decluttering is Not the Answer | Notes from a Homemaker

Decluttering isn’t the answer… but it might be part of it. Creating a peaceful home is about more than simply having less. It’s about being intentional with the things we choose to bring through our front door, the items we choose to keep, and the environment we create for ourselves and our families. In this video, I’m sharing my thoughts on decluttering, homemaking, and creating a home filled with purpose, meaning, and peace. As a mother, I’ve found that the spaces we live in have a big impact on our everyday lives—and the choices we make inside our homes matter. This is a quiet reflection on intentional homemaking, simple living, mindful consumption, and creating a cozy home that supports the life we want to live. Thank you for being here and joining me on this journey of creating a home with intention. Timestamps: 0:00 – Decluttering Isn't the Answer 00:15 – Solving the Wrong Problem 01:05 – Baskets Can't Fix This 01:30 – The Two-Pass Method 03:25 – The Single Use Trap 05:09 – A Lived-In Home vs. Visual Chaos 05:53 – The Motherhood Cleaning Treadmill 06:38 – Serving Our Stuff 07:31 – Comparison is the Thief of Joy 07:50 – Start with One Drawer 08:44 – Fifteen Year Journey 09:44 – The Rules 11:00 – Mistakes 11:29 – Guarding the Gates 12:06 – Protect Your Peace #decluttering #intentionalliving #homemaking #intentionalhomemaking #simpleliving #slowliving #minimalism #cozyhome #peacefulhome #motherhood #homemaker #intentionalhome #contentment #slowmotherhood #mindfulliving