CLEARING CLUTTER CORNER | This Area Gave Me a Panic Attack | My Decluttering Journey 

Thank you for being so honest and vulnerable. I am cheering you on and so impressed by your progress. But, I am also impressed by your process. You are honest with yourself while challenging yourself, but also giving yourself grace. Well done. What a healthy balance that you are doing, while clearing your home. Thank you for sharing because I know you are helping others but daring to be bold. I will continue to encourage you.

What you are doing is very courageous. Not just being vulnerable and sharing on RU-vid, but it takes a great deal of courage to face fears, make changes, and be honest with yourself. Thank you for including us on your journey. It's been very inspiring for me!❤

The fact that you were suffering from a panic attack, but then pushed on, is quite remarkable! You should be very pleased and proud of yourself. What an accomplishment! ❤

I continue to marvel at how brave and determined you are. You haven’t given up, given in or lose hope. Totally impressive!

So proud of you. So many people don't understand depression and anxiety and how it can paralyze you. You're doing great work.

Clutter Tower, Clutter Mountain and Bermuda Clutter Corner sound like they belong in a trilogy of a fantasy novel. You are doing great btw.

You amaze me! Doing this amount of work by yourself, and deciding to do it in the first place, SO BRAVE! Be strong!!! 💪🏼

I think pushing through shows how strong you really are. You didn’t know how much strength you have within yourself and you’re getting stronger everyday.

My gosh...I don't know where to begin! I binged your channel over a couple days. I came over here from Bonnie at a Beautiful Mess. I want to say so much to you. You are amazing and an inspiration. You have the best laugh and attitude. Your way of being self-loving and compassionate to your emotions and struggles are the best thing ever! The fact that you take on one small space and take your time, take breaks when feeling overwhelemed, and do it over several days is so very smart (and again, compassionate to yourself). I'm an organizational ninja and cleaner and I can tell you decision fatgue, organzing, and cleaning is VERY mentally draining. I can't imagine the amount of focus it takes, especially when you have ADD. My only tip for you is when you do feel overwhelemed or panicky, just take a step outside for 10 mintues. Getting in the fresh air resets our brains and also quiets it down at the same time. Also, since I've been watching you clean I feel like I'm getting a pretty good idea of what your interests are and what your personality is like and I think we'd be scorching friends! lol I really appreciate your honesty and vulnerability in sharing your journey with all of us. We are cheering you on and I look forward to seeing your new videos and being on this journey with you. You're helping so many people by being unfiltered and human. Much love!

I found an old Christmas card I had tucked away on my kitchen counter. It had a $100 bill in it! Thanks to your motivation it was Christmas all over for me again!

Decision fatigue is real. Making decisions for every little thing takes a mental load. Acknowledge how hard it is but also acknowledge how you are moving forward. The weight is going to continue lifting off your shoulders. Congratulations on how much you have already accomplished!! You are doing great!!

The moment you first stood in that corner, I felt a great sense of victory for you. I love that you stopped each day and started where you left off instead of shutting down because you didn't accomplish it all in your first try. YOU ROCK!

I like your approach to decluttering. It's a marathon, not a sprint. One area at a time. Eventually, you'll enjoy your lower maintenance surroundings. I am proud of you!

I love so much how you laugh at yourself and how good natured you are. My husband died and it began a 9 month journey of me decluttering. It was exhausting. I am so happy that I did it. It is incredible how much you are able to accomplish. Hugs to you and your sweet dogs. ❤

I am simply amazed that, after living like this for so long, you decided on your own to clean it up. And that you did the cleaning up on your own. It goes against what I have seen of others. I am truly impressed by you. Also, your explanation of the reason for the piles (security) made so much sense to me. And it was a timely explanation because I kept wondering over and over why you kept the obvious trash (water bottles, empty to go cups, etc.) and that makes your decision to clean it up even more impressive. I am glad I found your channel and I look forward to your videos each week. I look forward to cheering you on in your impressive quest. Thank you for sharing yourself with me.

Mira, thank you for inviting us into your home on your road to decluttering. That alone takes a tremendous amount of courage. You’re doing a fabulous job! Stay strong! ❤️❤️

Found you because someone mentioned you to Midwest magic cleaning in a Livestream...I've gobbled up everything and am a big fan and truly am enjoying taking this journey with you. I hope you're appreciating how much you're doing and how well not just the physical but the mindful way you're approaching it all...I hope you are proud of yourself...I don't even know you but I feel a little bit like I do and I'm proud of you❤❤❤❤

When you started and I saw how quickly you sorted the trash, I was so proud of you! Then, you discussed the trash. It's a huge thing most people just dont understand! Good for you! ❤

You are so brave to share your panic attack. I hope you feel supported by all of us!

I appreciate you showing your struggles with decluttering your home. I think a lot of people don’t understand how important mental health is and what a toll it can take when you are going through tough periods in your life. The safe places we create make sense to us, but not to others and it’s such a complex thing to try to explain. It’s also exhausting feeling a need to justify it. You are doing an amazing job ❤

I call those pockets of organization "working systems"! I wish i had more of them... But when I find a system that works, I stick to it. A whole room can be a disaster but there's a small category where I know where everything is. I used to lose my toothbrush everywhere - because it's so boring, and I would wander around while brushing, and then just... abandon the toothbrush somewhere. Somehow i found a cute toothbrush holder thing and now i put the toothbrush back there because it's just so perfect.

You are a warrior! You're doing such a fine job, and I think you've arrived at just the right philosophy, telling yourself that you will "keep it clean today". That sounds perfect, and much less cause for worry and anxiety, lessening the pressure that thinking too far in advance would produce. You're amazing.

Mira, coming to the realization of “today” is so great. It’s the very thing that keeps people from starting in the first place. The muscles that you’ve been exercising these last two months… they get stronger as you use them. Also, keep giving yourself grace to just tackle the task ahead. You’re doing great! And your babies are cute!

I am so amazed and in awe of you! You continue to inspire me video after video. I’m proud of you for all that you have accomplished and know that you will continue to tackle your home, one pile at a time. I went through a similar battle in my old apartment. I found myself very depressed and overwhelmed (which lead to more depression and overwhelm). One day I was searching for my checkbook and I could not find it anywhere. Rent was due and I was frantic but I knew it was somewhere in my living room. So without really having a plan, I took boxes and in each room, I filled the boxes of everything that was on a flat surface (counters, dressers, beds, the floor, etc.) and put those items in the boxes. Clothes were put in plastic bags. I then piled everything in a corner of the room in which I was working. I found the checkbook underneath the end table next to my chair - whew!! I did not do any detailed sorting, except for obvious trash. This gave me a quick win-win as the flat surfaces were clear along with the floor that I could finally see!! In total, I had 76 boxes in my home to sort through and approximately 12 bags of clothes. Once I got all the rooms done with the boxes and bags, I started the sorting. Every night when I came home from work, I would go through at least one box, sometimes two. As my laundry was shared with others in the building, I would try to get at least one bag washed per week/weekend. It took me two months to go through everything. When sorting, I had a boxes for keep, donate, trash or to pass onto my kids - if I found items that belonged to my adult children, it went into a totes for them to take to their own home and go through. Like you, I was just “done” with living in chaos. It took a while and my decluttering muscles grew stronger with each day. About a year later I was able to purchase my forever home and it only took one truckload to get me moved across town. I realized I had gotten rid of at least 50% of my stuff. Once I moved in to my new place, as I was emptying the moving boxes, I was able to declutter even more as I quickly realized that there was limited storage in my new home. To this day I am still taking 2-3 loads to our local donation center each year. I still have more than I need (clothing & books) but I am no longer living in chaos. I will continue to watch as you find your new & improved, clutter free home because you continue to inspired me and it re-enforces my own decluttering muscles!! You got this!!

You're doing a great job. The first go through is always the hardest, but once you have a designated spot for everything, it gets easier to maintain. Don't forget to move the couches and clean under them. It's so easy for stuff to get under there, especially without a rug

What you said about not worrying about more than keeping the room clean for today, reminded me of Matt 6:45 “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ❤

Mira, there is another RU-vidr on here by the name of A Hoarders Hart you might enjoy her channel because she delves into the why's of her Hoarder addiction and Decluttering problems. She is just so kind and helpful so she may be a source of kindness and understanding for you. Love you both and enjoy both of your channels so much

It's amazing how much you got to recycle and trash. Just stellar work, hon. "I just have to keep it clear for today." Such good self-talk. I'm going to use that. (Along with, "future self will thank me.") See ya next one! 🌻🍄

I think you are an amazing woman Mira. Know we are all right behind you. Even more impressive tonight when you explain how daunting this is for you. Enjoy your clean space and sunlight and lovely dogs. The cords 😂 I feel you! Xxx

I admire your perseverance in getting rid of your clutter !

Something I've noticed about you as I have watched your videos, is that you are finding your inner strength. I watch the tv show Hoarders, and 99.9% of the people shown on there don't have this in them. But you have. You are doing a great job. ! Keep up the good work, you are well on your way to your goal! God Bless you in your journey. 🍃🍂🍁🥰🎃🍃🍂🍁

AWESOME job!🥳👏👏👏🏅Thank you for talking about the panic attack - I’m so impressed that you dealt with it and JUST KEPT GOING! You asked, who will you be without the stuff? You may be healthier - I would imagine the clutter harbours a lot of dust and possibly mould (which is why you have to wear a mask to clean), and it can’t be great for your asthma. You may be more playful - with more space for your dogs to run around and play, you may throw toys and play with them more. You may be more sociable - with a cleaner space, you could invite someone over to watch a show, or have a group meet at your place to go together to a holiday event. You may be less anxious, knowing items you treasure are safely put away, not lost in the mess. You may… you fill in the next one! Change is always difficult, but I tell people to steer the change, not fear the change, and you are steering the change! Keep it up, we’re rooting for you!

Great recovery on your panic. My husband has anxiety disorder. I give you props for all your decluttering. He has a hard time with removing things from home. But he also enjoys the end result of change. Its always a work in progress. Laughter is definitely the best medicine.

In love how honest you are about your feelings and thoughts. I believe you will help a lot of people this way.

I knew I needed to declutter for good. I took about a year on and off and if I started with something where I felt anxiety, I would be able to say go to something easier today. Face the other on a day where you feel stronger. You are entitled to feel the way you do and to go at a pace which is comfortable. I can tell you when you finally turn the curve with this onerous task it will be replaced by things that give you joy… hang in there ❤

I am a new subscriber who learned about your channel on A Beautiful Mess (Bonnie). I am really enjoying being part of your decluttering journey. I admire your courage in being vulnerable and sharing your feelings with us. I can identify with the overwhelm and the anxiety and the depression. You have inspired me so much!! After watching you I have decided to tackle my messy garage, by myself a little at a time. I have numerous health issues, but if you can do it, I can do it too!! Thank you Mira!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

I am so grateful that you shared that being surrounded by clutter can make you feel safe and secure. Removing the clutter can be very stressful and make you feel very vulnerable. Thank you for sharing. You are courageous and selfless.

Thank you so much for sharing your process with us. You have a gift for describing what is happening for you and an insightful understanding of yourself.

That was a huge accomplishment. The fact that you achieved your goal, and pushed through the anxiety and sense of loss is not to be underestimated. You are amazing.

You did an INCREDIBLE job with this corner. It looks so much better and it will feel better to not have all of that dusty corner right next to you everyday. What you’ve achieved in 8 weeks is unbelievable, keep going!! We are all so proud of you xx

Mira great job Thursdays are exciting for me to see you videos.

Hydration Queen 😂 You’re doing great! This project is so inspiring, thank you for sharing! Your discussion of your inner anxiety monologues is so relatable and enlightening. Your self awareness is really impressive. Sending you much love ❤

Change is very hard for most humans. We LIKE things to remain the same. It causes most of us some level of anxiety when we deal with change-even when it’s so positive! Once your body and mind get more used to open spaces, you probably won’t react so violently. You deserve a clean and functional home. You deserve to have your things serve YOU rather than vise versa. I hope you’re feeling better, I know losing your pup was a huge hit. (I’m a big animal lover too!) I have so many “inspectors” supervising my every move too! Lol

What I love about your channel and decluttering journey is that you are really portraying how long the process can take and how tedious it can be. I think it is really helpful for those of us that just feel like it should go faster, and so we give up rather than pushing through. I am hopeful that one day I will be able to push all the way through like you are with each area. ❤

I am so happy you have found kindness, encouragement and support here on RU-vid! The internet can be a scary place especially when you are sharing something so personal. Congratulations on your progress!!

I love to sort and declutter. But, I had one drawer I was avoiding. Last night, I tossed 25 items of garbage from that one small drawer. I'm trying to do a better job, too. Tina, Al's wife

What I can do today. That is a wise decisionl every day is a new day . So impressed that you have accomplished so much.

I always say drink a full glass of water and eat some protein even if it’s a piece of peanut butter toast! And pray it out for the good Lord to help you 🙏

thank you for sharing your journey and your progress with us!! every step is something to be proud of! and i know i feel grateful being able to watch you and other creators share your decluttering journeys, I think watching others build their 'decluttering muscle' helps me build my own even when im not actively going through my own stuff and these videos always encourage me to do something in my own space as well. :)

Panic attacks are so insidious 😩 My boyfriend calls mine “lizard brain,” because I get so frustrated knowing “rationally” that I’m safe, but “lizard brain” thinks that I’m in danger, and no amount of explanation, rationalization, or logic can calm me, just deep breaths. SO stinking proud of the way you listened to your body, gave yourself Grace, and didn’t give up. Rooting for you Mira!

I started watching decluttering videos about 4 years ago and I had NO idea how many of us struggled with the exact same issues, anxiety, grief, and PILES! Thank you for sharing yourself with us and being a real person. We can all support each other to just keep going. Your outlook and logic is amazing. ❤

I love how you make rules and parameters for yourself as you go along, such as with the CD's. You might not realize it but it does make it easier in the log run. I struggled with downsizing the Christmas decor to fit in the closet in my new home as I have no basement now. I kept trying to choose things to donate and got nowhere. After much procrastinating I finally filled the closet shelf with some empty plastic containers. I got them down and started filling them with my favorite items. Somehow choosing my favorites turned things around in my brain and when the containers were full I easily could get rid of the rest. Keep doing what you are doing Mira, it will improve your quality of life so much and it is worth it. It does get easier.

So proud of you Mira you have grown so much during your journey. Depression and anxiety are no joke they rule your life and you are understanding why you are having the anxiety attacks. Best you can do is keep things clean each day. So glad you found the memory cards you got this girl. Take care of you. All the best Shirley.

Yes there are definitely things that are easier and harder to get rid of, but I think that is totally normal for everyone. Maybe some of those harder things you can work on when you get more in a decluttering mindset shape. It makes sense that you've been making a lot of decisions and that can lead to feeling tired. Plus just shifting all of that energy in a room can make you feel like you need to rest. I think you're doing a great job. It sounds like you are getting a lot of self awareness around the causes of anxiety and therefore it helps you let go of more things mentally.

Mira, I think your approach is a good one. You are taking a section at a time and clearing it up. I’m sure that helps you not to become too overwhelmed. You are making great progress

Once again, you are proving how brave you are by being so open and vulnerable with us. Thank you for sharing your truth, and for helping to educate all of us. You are an inspiration to me. I am on my own path of decluttering and lightening my space. It has weighed me down for far too long, and it is time to change. I hope you continue to share your journey and know that we are all right there with you, admiring your courage, honesty, and perseverance. Thank you again, dear Mira.

This was such an inspiration. I love how you took just bite sized areas, and that you resolved to “keep this area clean TODAY”, and then resolve the next day, and the next. So we have an entire file cabinet drawer dedicated to various cords! Invariably, we actually rummage through at least twice a year for a particular one! I’m glad we consolidated and kept them; they get us out of a jam most times.😊

You might get a Brita filter pitcher for your fridge. Would save you a lot of money and cut out the need to recycle water bottles. You are doing a great job!!

Wow. That’s amazing, what a huge pile! 😮 I think as you declutter more you are going to experience anxiety from time to time. Like you said: Those piles have been your coping mechanism and your support. When you take them away emotions are gonna come bubbling up to the surface. ❤ But as you continue your nervous system will change and realise that you can live without them! And you are gonna feel better after a while. 🤗 I was suffering from burnout a couple of years ago.. Took me 2 years to recover and still to this day my brain sometimes reacts with anxiety when it feels like it’s too much. It’s not logical all the time, but it’s my brain’s way of telling me to slow down. I go on walks when that happens. That helps a lot. You’ve got this! 🙌

Great job. Your pups are so cute. I know it will be nice to sit down on your couch with a drink, pull your computer over, have the dogs lounging beside you, and look over your room with a feeling of great accomplishment. Keep going. If other areas need sprucing up, please include us decluttering junkies❤️🐕🐕

Awesome job…AGAIN! You are so good at flinging water bottles, I really think you should set up a hoop with one of those white trash bags attached, and fling those bottles as you use them. Keep score! And make rules for what to do when you miss, like take 10 papers out of the paper box and review/discard them. You are so inspiring.

It was really astute of you to be able to identify the source of the panic. I have a similar issue with feelings like that when things are too “clean” or rooms too empty when I declutter. We are funny animals.

Mira, you are truly an inspiration! The journey you are on is huge! I can hear the difference in your voice as you are gaining confidence & momentum. I think of you throughout the week & hope that you're holding up emotionally. Thank you for sharing your vulnerable side. It can't have been easy to leave the footage in, but it will encourage so many viewers. xx

My mom is an organized hoarder for the most part. She had that many cords she couldn't remember what they went to. I put them in a reachable box and left them for 2 years. She never touched them so they were thrown out. If she didn't need any of the cords in 2 years, she didn't need them at all. Just do like you're doing! You were smart to do one small space at a time!

Hi Mira. I have the deepest respect for what you are undertaking alone and sharing with us. Thank you for your honesty.

Hi Mira from upstate New York, Bonnie from A Beautiful Mess recommended your channel and am a new subscriber. You are doing an AMAZING job at taking the first step and pushing through it. I have anxiety and get panic attacks too and you are such an inspiration to so many. Thank you for sharing your journey, can’t wait to catch up on previous videos. You’ve got this❤

I am watching your videos while working on my mountain. I love how you name the "piles" like "clutter corner and mountain". You're keeping it real and discussing your struggles is brave. Some of us watching you really identify with you. Thank you for sharing the good, bad and ugly! I definatly love your humor. Laugh or cry is my motto.

YAY!!! Look at the floor!! I understand the feeling of creating walls of “safety”…… I will open containers I packed when I lost my parents one day. For me, wearing a mask when exerting myself will cause anxiety I need to have a fan on me. Damn girl you rock , wow.

Your doggies are so cute! And the way you explained anxiety is so relatable. I deal with depression and I will deffinitely be using your example! I believe that having a bad week and tons of things to deal with, and then feeling tired and getting angry over something simple as 'there's no milk on the fridge', is going to be something almost everyone can understand and relate to. It's a way to try to explain how we feel. Thank you so much for everything.

I think it's completely natural you're feeling anxious, as you're literally cleaning the corners of your mental clutter. You're doing great, don't forget to take breaks!

You are going from dependant to independent. Yea for you! Making good decisions.

You are showing immense determination to keep peeling away your safety barriers, you are astounding! And I love your laughter about some of the little situations. Keep going Mira!

It is so refreshing and enlightening to watch someone who is not afraid or ashamed to talk about their anxiety and depression issues, we should all do more of that. Learning how to cope is so important and talking about it is a great step to coping with it I think. Thank you for being you and I am learning as you continue your journey.

I'm getting excited as the couches and room opens up. I can just imagine your little guys having a whole bunch of running space and a lot of new areas in which to lounge and nap.

At least we know that you drink your water! 😀❤

I applaud you! Great job girl!

Hey Mira! From one clutter person to another, I say it is absolutely imperative to check all the dust pan piles, 😂

I'm so proud of you Mira. You and your dogs deserve a beautiful, clean and cozy home. You also deserve to breath fresh air while you are cleaning I hope you will get rid of that mask soon. Lots of hugs from Sicily 💪❤️🙏

Clutter Corner!! 🥊 🙌

I love how the little dog is sleeping on the couch like a little angel while you're decluttering and cleaning the Hell out of your living room. 😍

I think you are doing a fantastic job. I found you when you popped up in my recommended videos, it was the Clutter Mountain one. I stopped watching and went back to the beginning. I knew I had to subscribe to your channel. Mira, you are so brave. I have clutter areas in my house but I dont dare show them. Im chopping away at the little by little. I told my son, you are my spirit animal, LOL. I was like, wow, I like her!! Tarot cards, horror movies, true crimes and your love of your babies! Im mostly a dog person, but right now I have a black cat named Mr Quinlan. He just showed up at my side door when I needed him the most. My Momma passed in 2016 and I was having such a hard time. I truly believe she sent him to me. Hes been here since Sept. 2017 and I love him so much. Ok, sorry for rambling...... Im so inspired by you!! Much Love from Kentucky!!💜💜💜💜💜

I really look forward to your videos. Your voice is calming and you seem so upbeat. I am a scrapbooker, crocheter, canner,and avid book reader. Believe me when I tell you I have a ton of all of it. Everything in my home is attached to a future project, person or memory. Ive got tote mountains. I have downsized enough in the last yr to use my garage for my car. So I totally understand. Thank you for being brave to show that this is real life not the perfect looking homes that are lived in. My home will never be showroom worthy but it is a home that is loved. Just like yours will show when you are done. Thank you for sharing your journey.

I am proud of you for your honesty and integrity. Anxiety, depression, ADD and health issues are a factor in my life as well. I applaud you! You are inspiring me to clean!

Thank you for being so open and telling your story. You're doing so well tackling all this!💪

I appreciate you talking about the anxiety brought on by the decluttering. Makes me feel not alone. I don't have panic attacks but I do have anxiety about decluttering. For me part of the anxiety comes from seeing the space open up and then feelings of regret from having taken so long to face it. I start thinking of all of the things I could have accomplished. I get it.

I love what you did displaying your pins on the wall. I wonder if that comfort that is missing from the pile could be soothed by pausing to put up some more of your decorations. Happy memories and bounty . Bright colors and nice things to soothe you. You seem to be very artistic and to enjoy art, creativity and happy memories . ❤

You did a gorgeous job. Love it. Please put cords away, if there is no use. Save energy. Don't risk fire. 😇

So proud of you for working through those panic attacks and making sense of them! That's a huge step, and it does get easier as you keep doing it :)

It’s nice to watch someone clean up her own mess. Usually the videos are of other people cleaning someone’s house, often against their will. I also enjoy laughing when you do.

You came so far and doing so well.. you are doing great 👍

Great job!!! Keep that motivation going. Congrats

I think You are fantastic! Great work! 💖💖💖

The fact that you like scrapbooking can be applied to your space! Scrapbooking is a type of organization, and a lovely one at that! Keep up your good work! 😊👍

You are doing an amazing job! One pile at a time. Throw the cords away girl, they have been in that corner for a while and you haven’t missed them(?). Love your pups. I have two dogs laying about the house, a 74 pound mixed breed and a 65 lb. Bulldog mix.

I’m so sorry to hear about the panic attacks 😢 But you did AMAZING, be proud of yourself, I’m proud of you and enjoy your videos ❤

This was a great video. Congrats on the finished job. What a big leap forward for this room. Really appreciate you discussing the panic attacks including the episode on camera and your talking about what the piles meant to you. This is a conversation we need to have with each other to better understand the realities of dealing with an unholy mess. The decision exhaustion is a real thing on top of any emotional attachment you might have to your things. Good luck on the rest of your journey. We are rooting for you.

Your bravery and perseverance to continue making so many decisions about these things that do come with strong emotional ties amazes me every week. You truly are an inspiration. You probably started this journey to help yourself but I’m sure you are now helping so many others! 🌻

Mira, I’m so proud of you. Not many people can share their life with the universe. You are amazing. When you untangle the cables, take a label and mark what it is for, that is if you know. I hope we get to see you in your scrapbook room. I’m a scrapbooker and have done it probably longer than you. I’m 70 but I do need things in its place. I’m doing my daughter’s school years and she is 45. I’ve done my son’s school years but he doesn’t want his books yet until he makes room. Can you put a sm trash can near that little table so you can put water bottles in to make it easier for you? I can’t wait for your next video. Take care and get some rest.

Man! That before and after is something! WOW! Awesome!

Absolutely fantastic job. Excellent! We finished it all the way through and you shared your panic attack. That was very brave. Thank you for sharing.