I absolutely love this email I received from one of you! Just a warning that the first part is totally a recommendation to grab the audio version of my book. But that is how SHE opened the letter, so it's not like it's ME trying to convince you to get it! I love hearing from people who declutter while they listen to my book … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2019
Do You Need a Bigger House?
I lived this excuse for a very long time. As long as I wasn’t fully “settled” and knew I would one day live in another home, I felt the need to keep things. Surely, my next home would have a space for that. And obviously, if I had a bigger home, I’d be organized . . . Duh. Because of this mindset, I don’t remember much about my college … [Read more...]
Why Your Family Won’t (or Can’t) Maintain Your Organizing Systems
I hear from people all the time about their frustrations over family members sabotaging their organizing efforts. They put organizing systems in place, but other people living in their home don't (or can't) keep them up. When I get these questions, I always feel a little awkward. Like, maybe they didn't notice the name of this … [Read more...]
235: Decluttering (Purposeful and Accidental) Storage Spaces Podcast
I love this episode! Maddy shares how she used my decluttering strategies to clear out her garage that was being used for storage! I love hearing about how she has been able to declutter while living with a very busy and stressful work schedule. We discussed procrasticlutter, sentimental clutter, and making progress in craft and office … [Read more...]
Ready to Declutter? The 5 Day Clutter Shakedown is On Sale!
Christmas is over, and it's time to declutter. I used to think it was just me who got the itch to start decluttering on December 26th, but now I know it's a legit itch that hits a whole lot of people on this day. If you came here because you wanted to get some inspiration or instruction or both, you're in the right place. Decluttering is my … [Read more...]
234: What Happens After the Basic Habits are Under Control?
I'm answering this question: What do I do once the 28 Days steps are under control? I'm talking this week about how to keep going. Where do you focus your efforts once the basics are no longer completely overwhelming? … [Read more...]
233: The Pre-Christmas Purge Podcast
I'm sharing ideas for decluttering before the influx of Christmas! I asked YOU for your ideas for getting old stuff (toys, specifically) out before Christmas. Mentioned in this podcast: Facebook Instagram My books Patreon … [Read more...]
232: Is Change Possible for “Us”? Podcast
I was already thinking about change after experiencing the HUGE difference in my home and in my stress-levels this Thanksgiving compared to ones I hosted before I started my deslobification process. Then I got a question about whether "we" can actually change. Those of us who naturally struggle with this stuff. So I added in talk about that as … [Read more...]