Ever get frustrated because you work hard on the house but no one notices? Want credit for what you've done? I get it. But it's a mindset I had to eliminate to make real progress. I'm talking about how to get over that, and what to focus on in your home to up the chances you'll get credit for the work you do. My … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2020
Clutter: Defining The Word
Clutter. My definition of clutter is whatever I can’t handle. Clutter is anything that consistently gets out of control in my home. Decluttering isn't about deciding what I do or don’t need. It’s not even about knowing what I should or shouldn’t keep. It’s about understanding what I can handle. Even if I believe in my heart of … [Read more...]
239: The Allure of Extra Space & The Challenge of New Schedules Podcast
I did a strategy session with Ronanda and discussed working the habits into her recently (and completely) changed routine and the challenges of having extra space and the temptations that brings. Be a patron of the show! My books … [Read more...]
238: Stopping the What Ifs – Diving into Decluttering Question 2 Podcast
I only have two decluttering questions. They are designed to help me work through large amounts of clutter in minimal time without emotions. The second question is "If I needed this item, would it ever occur to me that I already had one?" It's basically a reality check. I'm talking today about the what ifs that pop into our brains that can … [Read more...]
What’s the Point of Daily Habits in an Overly Cluttered Home?
It’s time to talk about daily habits. I know. You may be PURPOSELY reading blog posts about decluttering because you don’t WANT to think about daily habits. Or maybe you’re reading my books first because you plan to get your house decluttered and then start maintaining it. I mean . . . is there really any point in trying to … [Read more...]
237: What “Counts” as Decluttering? Podcast
My people (whom I call my people because they tell me we think the same way) tend to have a lot of different "issues" that make getting started decluttering harder than it should be. I've had to learn to get over these issues, and my job is helping you get over them, too. One specific hangup is that people like me worry about what counts as … [Read more...]
236: Mindsets for Major Changes – Decluttering Progress in the New Year (Decade) Podcast
It's not only a new year, but a new decade! With the excitement, are you ready and determined to declutter?? I'm talking about essential mindset changes that will help you make real progress as you work in your home. My books Patreon For the month of January, 2020, the code JANUARY20 will take off $15, making the course $25. Go here to … [Read more...]
Building Decluttering Momentum
I know you’re in the mood to declutter because you are reading this post. If you’re anything like me, inspiration more-often-than-not translates into huge bursts of determination. And then I crash and burn. Build momentum. This means starting small. Y’know, the easy stuff. I know how it is. You’re inspired to declutter, so you determine … [Read more...]