Podcast Episodes

I'm talking about Decluttering Momentum, how and why to focus on building it, and the impact it will make once you feel it happening. Also, Decluttering Chops. Or Decluttering Muscles. Or honestly, Decluttering Confidence. I'm telling you, decluttering is a skill that can be learned, practiced and refined. Links: Patreon My … [Read more...]

Donating hangups are real. Things like: WHERE DO I PUT my Donate Boxes? And what about all the options for the very best ways to get rid of all the different things? I get it, and I'm addressing some questions today.   … [Read more...]

I'm answering some questions today: How can I get projects done (like spring garage clean out, etc.) when it seems like I can barely keep up? How do I handle extended family who don't understand your decluttering efforts? How do you best handle receiving gifts that you don't want in your home? What are your tasks for deep/spring … [Read more...]

I'm sharing the ways I'm coping with the house and keeping things running as well as I can during my recovery from my hysterectomy   Mentioned in this podcast: The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle! Patreon My books.   … [Read more...]

I'm sharing updates on how my basic strategies like daily dish doing, Laundry Day and such are going right now in my home. Some of these things I've now been doing for more than NINE years! So I know I'd want to know . . . "But, what does that look like right now!!" My explanation about the Scary Space Challenge (and why I did a challenge when I … [Read more...]

Today, I'm talking about dealing with messy teenagers (some who live in rooms with not-so-messy siblings), adjusting chores as kids enter new life stages, and strategies and perspectives on young adult "kids" who move in and out and back again and back out again of your house. I'm thankful to have my friend Connie Albers, author of (affiliate … [Read more...]

This week, I'm sharing my in-the-moment thoughts about having officially, FINALLY, actually decorated my living room. I painted the fireplace and everything! I'm including a photo as promised. As someone who attracts clutter, decorating scares me because I fear going over my Clutter Threshold. But I have hopes, and I'm sharing them with you as … [Read more...]

I'm answering a few of the questions you asked over on Instagram recently. Questions like: How do you feel about "Normal People" using your strategies? How do I know when I’ve reached my clutter threshold? Do I declutter my fridge on a regular basis? Have I ever gone in to  someone else’s house to declutter? (Here's the video from … [Read more...]

I'm talking with my friend Jessica today. She's snarky and fun and excessively practical like me/us. I think you'll like her and feel inspired to incorporate some tradition/fun routines into your family. But don't worry. She does this in a way that will help you not feel overwhelmed.   Mentioned in this podcast: Jessica's … [Read more...]