In this episode, we talk about when the whole house feels overwhelming. How to get started in an overwhelming, cluttered room How to declutter clothes when they are a form of artistic self-expression.  How to deal with a LOT of collectibles.  My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.  Want to find a … [Read more...]

It's easy to get discouraged when you look at all the things that could or should be happening. But focusing on "better" all along the way is how you get there. And celebrating "better" is one of the best ways to keep going! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.  Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to … [Read more...]

My guest today has been through so much in a very short time. As she battles grief and deals with huge upheaval in her living situation, we discuss these decluttering struggles: How to combine two households more efficiently. How to let go of sentimental items. Decision fatigue. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out … [Read more...]

Last week, I shared six ways I still struggle in my home, and this week I'm sharing the good news! There are things that definitely used to be a struggle that aren't a struggle any more. What a relief! For most of my life, I didn't think I'd conquer these things. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.  Want to … [Read more...]

I've been told many times that some people find encouragement from knowing that this "slob struggle" is a lifelong struggle. Knowing that it isn't something that ever goes away means you don't have to feel defeated when you find yourself struggling, you just need to apply the strategies that help you manage this struggle successfully. My … [Read more...]

I'm often asked what to do when things definitely fit into the space (the container concept) but it's still too much stuff. That's where your Clutter Threshold comes in. In this episode, I'm talking about when and how to use the Container Concept to declutter and when to focus on your Clutter Threshold. My books Want to be a patron of the … [Read more...]

It's that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I'm sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren't things to plan to do, they're things to actually do. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how … [Read more...]

I loved this conversation with Renee. We discussed: Dealing with paper clutter Helping her mom (who lives with her) with her stuff Finding and maintaining motivation 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 decluttering coach??     … [Read more...]

It's that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I'm sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren't things to plan to do, they're things to actually do. This is a great time to join the Take Your House Back … [Read more...]