I remember being scared that I’d never figure out how to get my house under control! I was petrified of someone ringing my doorbell without warning! This week, I’m sharing some common fears around decluttering and how to remove those fears! My books My YouTube Channel! Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2025
These Decluttering Methods Actually Work! a reader’s story
I love this story from one of my international readers who gave me permission to share. If you live outside the U.S. and have ever dismissed Laundry Day because you don't use a clothes dryer, I encourage you to notice how she makes Laundry Day work! Dear Dana, Greetings from Europe (The Netherlands to be specific); I have listened to … [Read more...]
481: Collection? Or Investment?
We (those of us who struggle with clutter) tend to love collections! But we also know they can get out of control. I’m talking about collecting in a way that doesn’t send the house spiraling into clutter. My books My YouTube Channel! 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...]
480: Real People, Real Progress – Lessons from the Kindred Spirits
I am doing something kind of fun. So as you know, I have my Patreon group, and we had an in-person retreat. I asked some of them if they would come on and share a pivotal or transformational moment for them in their own process of getting their home under control. It's all private, but they've agreed to do this for the podcast. And I think it's … [Read more...]
479: Q&A – When Decluttering Feels Endless, Plus Stairs, Cards, and Kids’ Toys
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com Due to some kitchen updates, I had to empty out my kitchen cabinets. Since I got everything out of the cabinets, I feel like it's a perfect time to declutter and reorganize!! How should I tackle this whole kitchen? I've decluttered a ton. I'm pretty happy … [Read more...]
478: Q&A – Function Over Minimalism and the Power of the First Steps
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com How can I plunk my homeschool routine in the middle of my dailies, progress with decluttering, and other housekeeping tasks without it all falling apart? How do you prevent yourself from “going there” with your emotions? You said you have a lot of emotions … [Read more...]