From Dana: I love this story from one of you! Since I last listened to you, I have taken up sewing and quilting as a hobby. I have a stash of fabric that is getting out of hand. I have great ideas, and then a strong urge to make them happen. Problem is, I have so much fabric and so few completed projects. I'm great at shopping and … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2024
425: Helping Others Declutter While Being Respectful to Them
In this episode, we discuss: Letting go of your fantasy self as we move into a new phase of life. Gauging when to move past gentle encouragement over to doing most of the heavy lifting for my overwhelmed daughter. Solving the problem of all the equipment we need being in a hard-to-get-to place. My books Want to be a patron of … [Read more...]
FAQ: What if the Place Where I Would Look For It First is Full?
I often get asked this question: What do I do if the place where I would look for an item first is full? What if I take it there now, and that place where I take it is stuffed? These questions have been answered in many places throughout the blog, podcast and videos I've made over the years. The links below will help! Blog Posts The simple … [Read more...]
424: Q&A: Considering Others When Decluttering (and More)
I’m answering your decluttering questions in today’s podcast. * My husband has a neurodegenerative disease that will take him from us far too soon. I am his caregiver and the demands of that role will become more and more of my focus over the next few years. My question is, how should I handle stuff that should be saved for his children from a … [Read more...]
Decluttering Problem Solved with Container Concept!
From Dana: I love this story from one of you! It's amazing how simple The Container Concept makes decluttering. Dear Dana, After my decades-long battle with clutter, you found the magic key that changed my life. Being the daughter, spouse, sibling, mother, and friend of people who couldn't contain their clutter, I only knew their methods. I … [Read more...]
423: No Regret Decluttering – The Power of Closure
Life is hard enough and "closure" isn't always possible in difficult situations. Decluttering doesn't have to be that way. It is absolutely possible to have closure with your stuff when you use the No Mess Decluttering Process. https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/2021/02/285-my-5-step-decluttering-process-podcast/ My books Want to be a patron of … [Read more...]
422: The Reality of No Dish Piles
I'm so excited to be back after my summer break! In this episode, I'll go deep into what I learned by focusing hard on keeping dishes done (as opposed to just doing the dishes) and how to prevent dish piles from happening! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a … [Read more...]