I love this story from one of you who loves the Take Your House Back course and the magic that happens when Dawn, Cas and I work together! I think many of you will relate to her story! She gave me permission to share. By the way . . . the Take Your House Back course (that I teach with Dawn from The Minimal Mom and Cas from Clutterbug) is on SALE … [Read more...]

  I love this story from one of my international readers who gave me permission to share. If you live outside the U.S. and have ever dismissed Laundry Day because you don't use a clothes dryer, I encourage you to notice how she makes Laundry Day work! Dear Dana, Greetings from Europe (The Netherlands to be specific); I have listened to … [Read more...]

    For many of us who struggle with clutter, "What if?" scenarios run through our heads and make decluttering difficult. "What if something awful happens and I wish I'd kept this?" But the truth I see play out again and again is the one experienced by "Mary" in this message she sent me on Instagram. The best way to be ready to … [Read more...]

I am so honored that the woman who sent me this email allowed me to share it with you. Her story is incredibly inspiring and I know it will encourage so many of you as you work toward "less" and "better" in your own homes. Ms. White, I have never reached out to an author before. However, I feel the need to thank you for your no-mess … [Read more...]

I absolutely love hearing how you apply my five step No Mess Decluttering Process to all sorts of situations! Since I'm smack dab in the midst of yardwork overwhelm right now, these two emails I've recently received were a delight! I got permission to share them with you. I spent about five hours pruning shrubs this afternoon, and I'm happy … [Read more...]

I've been given permission to share this reader's story with you. I love her openness, and her willingness to share her personal experience making progress while facing mental health challenges. This isn't intended to give mental health advice, but I hope it serves the purpose of giving you hope that it is possible to make real … [Read more...]

  I loved this story that I was given permission to share.  We chose to focus on the craft space in the title of this blog post, but there's so much more here, including brain trauma. Whatever your struggle, whatever the space, the five step No Mess Decluttering Process works. If you've resisted trying it, I encourage you to follow the … [Read more...]

Oh, how I love this story! When I started writing about my own struggles in my home, I truly believed I was the only person whose brain worked like mine. As people began to read my blog, I met so many who shared my struggles and challenges. Knowing I wasn't alone helped me move forward and make real progress. This struggle is shared by kindred … [Read more...]

  Oh, my word. I love this story. Even if you aren't downsizing any time soon, the way she uses the Container Concept is so logical and inspiring! I asked if I could share this story with you and Karen gave me permission. Dana, Within the next year, I hope to be moving into a retirement community.  2400 sq ft to about 1000.  I'm using … [Read more...]