In today's podcast, we discuss: when it’s okay to buy an empty shelf. how to cut down on paper. cutting back on what we bring into our homes. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us (get the flow chart here) My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.        … [Read more...]

I'm answering some decluttering questions: What about stuff that needs to stay out because that's the only way I remember to use it? My mother and her business have moved into my home. How do I help her? What should I do about items that are oddly shaped and don't fit in their "container"? Can I count sewing as decluttering? Get … [Read more...]

In this episode we talk about: Re-figuring out home management and daily habits when there's a new schedule. sweeping every day when you have all hardwood/tile downstairs. getting down to the nitty-gritty deep cleaning. Take Your House Back course is open for registration! You can find out more and/or sign up here.   My … [Read more...]

In today's podcast we discuss: preparing for baby’s arrival. the difference between her clutter threshold and her husband’s clutter threshold and ways to help find a balance. how best to find ways to have all her children help with decluttering. ideas on figuring out laundry day. Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill out … [Read more...]

Do you feel the urge to make goals but don't make them because you've always failed before? I'm talking about rethinking how to make goals and ways to be successful. Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill out the form to get pre-order bonuses.  The Pre-order form My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.  Join … [Read more...]

As we're getting settled into our new home, I've realized that some things I've heard "normal" people say over the years make sense. They didn't make sense to me before, and I'm now wondering why. Specifically, why have I not seen the value in flooring that "doesn't show dirt?" Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill out the form to get … [Read more...]

In today's podcast we discuss: overcoming decluttering paralysis. how to begin getting the items you're keeping in the correct location when other stuff is in those spaces? trying something in a new space first, before moving everything there. having a good mindset when decluttering after the death of a loved one so that you’re not … [Read more...]