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374: Making Decluttering Part of Every Day Life

In this episode, Emma and I discuss:What to do when you have reached your clutter threshold but feel like you could do more.How to deal with storing items of a loved one.How to fit decluttering and maintenance cleaning in during the week when working.I also loved hearing how Emma has implemented some of the same routines that have worked in her home in her classroom with her students!My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 202334 min

373: Decluttering in Slow Times vs. Fast Times

As I was doing my time-consuming curly hair routine in a big hurry recently, I started thinking about decluttering. (I'm always thinking about decluttering, so that isn't a surprise.) I thought about how I'm only successful decluttering when I follow my five step No Mess Decluttering Process, whether I have to declutter in a hurry or I have lots of time available.In this episode, I'm talking about how the same process looks in these different situations.My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 6, 202340 min

372: Rapid Q&A: Lots of Questions and Lots of Answers

I'm answering questions I received on Instagram recently. Lots of questions and lots of quick answers to questions. My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 202351 min

371: Sometimes Even Interesting Things Need to Go

In today's podcast, we discuss:“Identity Clutter” and incorporating it into everyday life.“Good stuff” not getting used.When it’s time to retire display items.My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 202349 min

370: Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Some people are visual organizers, and you might be one. BUT you can't actually know that until you declutter. If you're scared to put things "away" because you fear you'll forget where you put it or forget that you have it, you need to listen to this one.My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 202336 min

369: Perfect or Right?

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Mar 9, 202332 min

368: Another Round of Decluttering (& Clothing)

I'm answering some questions about decluttering more or again when you've already decluttered. And one about clothing. And one about decluttering clothing more or again when you've already decluttered . . . Ask questions for podcasts and YouTube lives. My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 2, 202338 min

367: When the Whole House is Overwhelming

In this episode, we talk about when the whole house feels overwhelming.How to get started in an overwhelming, cluttered roomHow to declutter clothes when they are a form of artistic self-expression. How to deal with a LOT of collectibles. My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 202356 min

366: Better All Along the Way

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! Mentioned: My booksBecome a Patron of the show.Need (or want to be) a decluttering coach? My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 202338 min

365: Decluttering in the Midst of Upheaval and Intense Grief

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Feb 9, 202332 min

364: Six Things I Don't Struggle with Anymore in My Home

Last week, I shared six things I still struggle with 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. Important links: My booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 202335 min

363: Six Ways I Still Struggle in My Home

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 booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 26, 202338 min

362: The Container Concept vs. Clutter Threshold

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 booksWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach??Want to BE a decluttering coach??My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202333 min

361: Are You Hoarding Your Creativity?

Lately, I've been thinking about my (weird) tendency to hold back creativity out of fear it will run out. I know from lots of experience that this isn't how creativity works! I'm talking about resisting the urge to hoard creativity and how that affects and applies to the stuff in my house. Mentioned: Find a Decluttering Coach! (or become a coach)Become a patron of the show.Find my books here. My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 12, 202342 min

360: Setting Up Systems and Doing Things “Right” in a New Situation

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?? […]The post 360: Setting Up Systems and Doing Things “Right” in a New Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 202346 min

359: 5 Small Things You Can Do Right Now to Change Your Home Next Year

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 […]The post 359: 5 Small Things You Can Do Right Now to Change Your Home Next Year appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 202244 min

358: Applying the Decluttering Process to ANY situation, even the Ones That Seem TOO Different

This was such an interesting conversation! I think you’ll love hearing from Caroline. She lives on a boat . . . in LONDON! We discussed: how to take things there now when you can’t actually get “there” right “now.” how to decide what containers/furniture pieces are needed before bringing things back into her space. and […]The post 358: Applying the Decluttering Process to ANY situation, even the Ones That Seem TOO Different appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202258 min

357: Helpful vs. Unhelpful Comments/Advice About Decluttering

I had a question from someone who feels like she halts her own decluttering progress when she thinks about what her mother would say (or has said) that was meant to be encouraging, but wasn’t. Become a Decluttering Coach! Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find […]The post 357: Helpful vs. Unhelpful Comments/Advice About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 202226 min

356: So Having Lots of Containers Isn’t the Answer?

We’re talking through some of Megan’s unique challenges today, such as: How to declutter a full room when you know you need to get rid of lots of containers. How to store very necessary coats when there’s a lack of closets in your home. How to set up an arts and crafts area when the […]The post 356: So Having Lots of Containers Isn’t the Answer? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 202248 min

355: Giving Up On Perfect Podcast

Y’all know I don’t like to blame my problems on perfectionism. But, I have been thinking lately about how letting go of (or giving up on) perfect was necessary to make real decluttering progress or progress in my home. I think it’s also important to acknowledge that giving up on perfect isn’t the same thing […]The post 355: Giving Up On Perfect Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 202234 min

354: Helping Others Declutter

I’m talking all about helping others declutter. My five step decluttering process works so well when helping others declutter, so we’re applying it to different relationships and situations. Interested in becoming a Decluttering Coach? My training course is now available for pre-order! It releases on December 1, but those who pre-order will receive a significant […]The post 354: Helping Others Declutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 202244 min

353: Trending Towards Minimalism with Toys with Dawn from The Minimal Mom

In this episode, I’m talking with Dawn of the Minimal Mom on YouTube. We’re talking about toys since she is closer to that stage than I am. She shares the impact decluttering toys had on her kids and the strategies she used to make big changes in her home. Join Take Your House Back My […]The post 353: Trending Towards Minimalism with Toys with Dawn from The Minimal Mom appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 202244 min

352: More Advice Than “Take a Deep Breath” When You’re Overwhelmed

I completely understand feeling overwhelmed by clutter. While taking a deep breath is a great first step, I’m talking about other concrete ways to break down the project that is overwhelming you so you can get it done. Interested in my upcoming Decluttering Coach Training and Certification? My books Want to be a patron of […]The post 352: More Advice Than “Take a Deep Breath” When You’re Overwhelmed appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 202249 min

351: The Process of Valuing Space Over Stuff

I’m talking about how transformational it is was for me when I got to the point where I could value space in my home over the stuff that had filled it for years. And I’m talking about the process for getting to that point. Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Want to know when […]The post 351: The Process of Valuing Space Over Stuff appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 202240 min

350: But What About the Stuff I Really Need?

I’m answering this question today: My garage is a disaster. It needs total decluttering as well as reorganizing. It’s jam-packed full of things I need to keep, so I can’t use the regular questions. How can I move things around without just making a bigger mess while I do that? My book: Organizing for the […]The post 350: But What About the Stuff I Really Need? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 202230 min

349: Finding Solutions for Unique Family Members

This was a fun conversation! Tamara has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: learning to live with 3 generations of people with ADHD when you are not one of them. decluttering while doing all the other stuff (working, parenting, volunteering, […]The post 349: Finding Solutions for Unique Family Members appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 202248 min

348: Getting Past the Tough Spots

In this episode, we discuss: Using storage space in the basement well. Establishing a better system in her home office helping family members without letting their stuff take over Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Sponsors: Visit Carawayhome.com/CLEAN to take advantage […]The post 348: Getting Past the Tough Spots appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 202251 min

347: How to Take Advantage of Focused Moments in Your Home

It’s hard to stay focused, so it is so important for me to take advantage of the times when I am focused. My books Patreon Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code CLEAN. Visit ritual.com/clean. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first three […]The post 347: How to Take Advantage of Focused Moments in Your Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 6, 202240 min

346: Talking to Others about Your Decluttering Journey

I talk about decluttering for a living. It’s a strangely divisive topic. From people getting defensive about their own homes when you mention working on yours to giving advice you weren’t asking for, I’m talking about talking about decluttering today. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Sponsors: Get 10% off your […]The post 346: Talking to Others about Your Decluttering Journey appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 202230 min

345: Adjusting What Used to Work for New Circumstances

This was a fun conversation! Sarah has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: Rotating clothes by size and season. Dealing with toys. Figuring out how to arrange the kitchen when the old system won’t work. My books Want to be […]The post 345: Adjusting What Used to Work for New Circumstances appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 22, 202239 min

344: Getting Unstuck

I’m answering some questions today that all boil down to how to get unstuck as the askers work in their homes. Submit questions to be answered in future podcasts or YouTube videos: https://forms.gle/9rSWag4Xher3RNTT9 The podcast in which I interviewed someone from Goodwill. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. Sponsors: […]The post 344: Getting Unstuck appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 15, 202243 min

343: The “Cure” for My TPAD and Slob Problems

So how do I cure my Time Passage Awareness Disorder? And my other Slob Problems? There are mindset changes and there are strategies. I’m talking about both. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code CLEAN. Get […]The post 343: The “Cure” for My TPAD and Slob Problems appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 8, 202227 min

342: The Myth of Consistency

It’s a fact that consistency is the biggest factor in real change. But sometimes, focusing on consistency can backfire for people like me. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Sponsors: Get 10% off your entire first order with my promo code CLEAN at OSEAmalibu.com Get a free two week […]The post 342: The Myth of Consistency appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 1, 202224 min

341: Frugality and Changing the Definition of Value

Over the course of my deslobification process, I’ve realized that my extreme frugality was part of the problem. I’ve been thinking a lot about how my definition of value has changed so much, so we’re talking about it this week. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at […]The post 341: Frugality and Changing the Definition of Value appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 202244 min

340: State of the Home Report ’22

Today, I’m sharing a state of the home report. How did our house fare during the loosey-goosey summer? How has all the decluttering and routine-creating helped things function during out of routine times? Join Take Your House Back My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Want to be a patron of […]The post 340: State of the Home Report ’22 appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 202239 min

339: Breaking through the Overthinking About Your Clutter

In today’s podcast, I answer several questions and (try to) help break through the overthinking that’s behind the questions. I’m an overthinker, too, so I get it. But breaking through my overthinking has been essential to making progress in my home. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us (get the flow chart here) […]The post 339: Breaking through the Overthinking About Your Clutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202241 min

338: Real Progress in a Hoarding Situation Podcast

I love this episode and my guest’s incredible honesty. My guest today is a mental health professional and is working on her own home. I think you’ll find her insights to be incredibly helpful no matter your situation. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. Sponsors: To get the Simply […]The post 338: Real Progress in a Hoarding Situation Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 20221h 1m

337: Discussion with a Hoarding Cleanout Expert: What is the Process?

I enjoyed this conversation with Greg so much! His job is to clean up hard-to-clean things, and part of that is helping out in hoarding situations. I think you’ll find it encouraging and helpful! Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […]The post 337: Discussion with a Hoarding Cleanout Expert: What is the Process? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 202249 min

336: Adjusting Your Home Routines for Health Changes Podcast

I’ve known Amy for ten years, and I’ve watched as she has had to adjust to changes in her health. I asked her to come on the podcast and share the ways she has changed her strategies in her home and in her thinking. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Mentioned: […]The post 336: Adjusting Your Home Routines for Health Changes Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 202256 min

335: What Gardening is Teaching/Reminding Me About Decluttering

Y’all know I’ve been gardening for the first time ever. I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing, but I’m having fun! As I learn, I see so many parallels decluttering. I’m sharing these decluttering thoughts today. Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the […]The post 335: What Gardening is Teaching/Reminding Me About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 202237 min

334: Fighting the Project Mentality & Identifying Key Tasks Podcast

In this episode, we discuss: getting out of project mentality stuff shifting feeling like you are the only one who can tackle the clutter The Take Your House Back course is open for registration! Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […]The post 334: Fighting the Project Mentality & Identifying Key Tasks Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 202242 min

333: Is it Nature or Nurture?

I had a conversation recently and was asked if I thought the root of this problem with keeping a house under control had more to do with nature or nurture. I’ve been thinking a lot about that question since. So I thought I’d talk about it. My books Patreon Sponsors: Get glasses as unique as […]The post 333: Is it Nature or Nurture? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 202236 min

332: Creative Endeavors, Flat Surfaces, & Dealing with Other People Podcast

In this episode we talk about: how to deal with areas that seem to collect clutter no matter what. how to deal with “his” stuff. how to handle scrapbooking and pictures when I don’t even know where to start. how cooking without a plan actually makes things harder. My new book: Organizing for the Rest […]The post 332: Creative Endeavors, Flat Surfaces, & Dealing with Other People Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7, 202248 min

331: The Truth About Maintenance Podcast

I’ve learned the power of maintenance. Even before (or especially before) I got my house under control, doing maintenance tasks was key. I’ve been thinking about the need for and my resistance to maintenance tasks as spring has arrived and I see all the little projects that are popping up in our new home. My […]The post 331: The Truth About Maintenance Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 202229 min

330: Involving the Family

In this episode, we discuss: dealing with incoming paper strategies to help teenage family members declutter involving the family in 5 minute pickups Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off […]The post 330: Involving the Family appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202243 min

329: Applying the Decluttering Process and Principles to Your Unique Situation

In this episode, we discuss: combining 2 households figuring out storage solutions for the things she really wants to do making progress in a time of limbo Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. Sponsors: You can get 15% off your […]The post 329: Applying the Decluttering Process and Principles to Your Unique Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202248 min

328: Decluttering Success with ADHD and a Full Time Job Podcast

In this episode we talk about: excitement that a friend’s child commented on how tidy her house was. how she’s figured out how to maintain laundry day. having a cleaning person which isn’t a solution to being a slob. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean […]The post 328: Decluttering Success with ADHD and a Full Time Job Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202256 min

327: The Truth about Checklists

Checklists are so appealing! But sometimes, they backfire. I’m talking about how I do and don’t use checklists in today’s podcast. Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. Sponsors: Get a free two week trial at prepdish.com/aslobcomesclean KiwiCo: Get 30% off […]The post 327: The Truth about Checklists appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 3, 202225 min

326: Playing the Long Game in Your Home Podcast

I’m talking about the long game today. What have I done that has benefited me waaayyyyy down the road, and what can I do now that will benefit me waaaaayyyy more down the road. Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […]The post 326: Playing the Long Game in Your Home Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 24, 202228 min

325: Just Follow the Strategies

I’m answering questions in today’s podcast that were submitted by listeners. What do I do about stuff that piles up because I’m afraid to put it away because then I’ll forget about it? How do I prioritize decorating projects now that I’ve made decluttering progress? Does the 5 step method work for email and electronic […]The post 325: Just Follow the Strategies appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.My books My YouTube Channel!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?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 17, 202233 min