In this episode, we discuss: Tackling a large project of sentimental items which will go into a new storage area. Balancing what I keep for myself with what I need to declutter for my family. Gaining strategies for efficiently working with a helper who can only come once. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at … [Read more...]
Putting the 5-Step No Mess Decluttering Process into Action – a reader’s story
I asked Irene if I could share this email she sent to me, and she said yes! She shares HOW she used the No Mess Decluttering Process to tackle her whole house. I hope you find this as inspiring as I do! Hi Dana, You have been a life saver. Literally. My house has been a mess. We are a family of five (including my quadriplegic twins, so add … [Read more...]
428: Qs: Kids Toys, Mother in Law and More
Dana is answering questions submitted at danakwhite.com. Topics include her Patreon group, Kindred Spirits, what to do with thank you notes that were never sent, when do you declutter containers, and more! 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...]
FAQ: How Do I Declutter When The Stuff Belongs to Someone Else?
THE most common question I'm asked is "How do I get the Other People who live in my house to declutter? What do you do when you are ready to declutter, but you feel stuck because so much of the clutter belongs to someone else? No one likes this answer, but it's the only one I give and the only one that will help you move forward (while … [Read more...]
427: 4 Ways to Make Your Kitchen Function Better
A kitchen that functions well makes the whole house function better! Today I’m sharing four ways to make this key space in your home run more smoothly. Below are the two videos I mentioned in the podcast. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE … [Read more...]
A Retired Reader Shares Her Decluttering Progress Story
I love this letter from Shelly! (She gave us permission to share.) Hello Dana, I'm writing to thank you for your work. I follow you on YouTube and have three of your books on Audible. I started decluttering my home when I retired 7 years ago and have made much progress. Of course, decluttering is an ongoing process. Here are just a … [Read more...]
426: Feeling Emotions When You Declutter Without Using Emotions to Declutter
Decluttering can be an emotional task. It can feel like the way to get through it is to squash the emotions, but squashing emotions isn't an effective strategy. The No Mess Decluttering Process doesn't use emotions to declutter, but it does allow you to experience them during the process. Feel them, but don't use them. My books Want to … [Read more...]
Is My Stuff Worth $10,000?? – a Listener’s Story
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...]
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...]
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