This one makes me so happy! But I do have to clarify that you can fill your hands with things to take to their homes together to cut down on trips. Just don't set anything down, in a pile or a box. Hi Dana! I've been following you for years, and I want to thank you so much for all you do. This past weekend I went to visit my 80 year old mom, … [Read more...]
265: Keyword: Start Podcast
When there's a big and daunting decluttering project in front of you, the key is to start. Knowing what to do is good, but actually doing it is even better. I'm talking through some decluttering challenges and how to get started on them. Sign up for my newsletter. Become a patron. … [Read more...]
264: The Answer is The 5 Minute Pickup Podcast
I asked for questions over in the patron-only Facebook group, and the answers to about half of them started with, "Well, the 5 minute pickup . . . " So I put all those questions together and am answering them today. This little habit really is magic, and helps with things like maintaining decluttering progress, determining Clutter Threshold and a … [Read more...]
What 5 Days at an Archaeological Dig Taught Me About My Lifetime of Stuff
In June of '17, my family of five had the unique opportunity to travel across the world and participate in a real-live, full-fledged archaeological dig. My parents arranged the trip as their 50th anniversary celebration, and it was an amazing experience. I thought I'd share the things that went through my head as I scraped dirt into dustpans all … [Read more...]
263: Decorating Without Clutter with The Nester
I'm talking to Myquillyn Smith, whom you may know as "The Nester." I met Myquillyn a few years ago when she invited me to be an author at her Nest Fest event. She's as nice as she seems online. We talk about decorating and organizing and decluttering and my fears of cute displays turning into piles of random clutter. I like her because she's … [Read more...]
Decluttering: Looking Good Isn’t Enough
For the past two Christmases, I've bought color coded charging cords for each member of my family. The first year I got six foot cords, and last year I went wild and got the ten footers. Somehow, cord-borrowing and cord-losing still happens, but it's better. These are good quality cords, and they seem to last better than any others we've … [Read more...]
262: Blending Organizing Styles (and more) Podcast
In today's podcast, I discuss: Finding the balance between how the members of the household like things to be. Finding motivation when you don't like your house. Overcoming Project Brain and making progress when there isn't time to do it all. My books Patreon … [Read more...]
Need a Virtual Speaker on Decluttering?
I've had multiple requests for virtual speaking events recently, so I wanted to put this out there for those of you who might not realize I do things like this! I'm speaking for a national business's "Virtual Happy Hour" this week, and just scheduled another moms' group. I know this is a strange time for groups, as we're trying … [Read more...]
261: Measuring Progress, Measuring Success Podcast
Schoolwork gets a grade. Losing weight causes a measurable change in the number on the scale. But sometimes it's hard to measure decluttering success. Or to measure how much your home has improved due to daily habits. Today, I'm talking about ways to measure your success in your home so you can inspire yourself to keep working! My … [Read more...]
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