podcasts Archives - Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean

Those of us who struggle (big time) with clutter love to feel prepared for anything (and everything). The idea of decluttering can feel like giving up on that, and when worst-case scenarios actually happen, all those panicky feelings flare up and make it hard to let go of clutter. The solution is not to pretend […] The post 430: Decluttering When Bad Things Could Really Happen appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Tackling a large project of sentimental items which will go into a new storage area. Balancing what I keep for myself with what I need to declutter for my family. Gaining strategies for efficiently working with a helper who can only come once. My books Want to be a patron […] The post 429: Fighting the Temptation to Overcomplicate appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Dana is answering questions submitted at danakwhite.com. Topics include her Patreon group, Kindred Spirits, what to do with thank you notes that were never sent, when do you declutter containers, and more!   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want […] The post 428: Qs: Kids Toys, Mother in Law and More appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

A kitchen that functions well makes the whole house function better! Today I’m sharing four ways to make this key space in your home run more smoothly. Below are the two videos I mentioned in the podcast.   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to […] The post 427: 4 Ways to Make Your Kitchen Function Better appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Decluttering can be an emotional task. It can feel like the way to get through it is to squash the emotions, but squashing emotions isn’t an effective strategy. The No Mess Decluttering Process doesn’t use emotions to declutter, but it does allow you to experience them during the process. Feel them, but don’t use them. […] The post 426: Feeling Emotions When You Declutter Without Using Emotions to Declutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Letting go of your fantasy self as we move into a new phase of life. Gauging when to move past gentle encouragement over to doing most of the heavy lifting for my overwhelmed daughter. Solving the problem of all the equipment we need being in a hard-to-get-to place.   My […] The post 425: Helping Others Declutter While Being Respectful to Them appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering your decluttering questions in today’s podcast. * My husband has a neurodegenerative disease that will take him from us far too soon. I am his caregiver and the demands of that role will become more and more of my focus over the next few years. My question is, how should I handle stuff […] The post 424: Q&A: Considering Others When Decluttering (and More) appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Life is hard enough and “closure” isn’t always possible in difficult situations. Decluttering doesn’t have to be that way. It is absolutely possible to have closure with your stuff when you use the No Mess Decluttering Process. 285: My 5 Step Decluttering Process Podcast My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find […] The post 423: No Regret Decluttering – The Power of Closure appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m so excited to be back after my summer break! In this episode, I’ll go deep into what I learned by focusing hard on keeping dishes done (as opposed to just doing the dishes) and how to prevent dish piles from happening! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how […] The post 422: The Reality of No Dish Piles appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Getting motivated to declutter (or just to get started on your house at all) can be really difficult! In today’s episode, I’m sharing my best tips for getting motivated to start making real progress in your home. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find […] The post 421: How to Get Motivated appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering questions that you asked over on Instagram. I’m covering things like decluttering burnout, finding the right donation place, worrying about decluttering when money is tight, and many more! 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 […] The post 420: Rapid Q & A appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s how to help other people, right? Summer’s coming, so it’s possible you’ll have the “opportunity” to help other people declutter! Today, I’m sharing my best mindset shifts and strategies to make these situations go smoothly AND to produce great decluttering results. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how […] The post 419: How to Help Other People Declutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Decluttering to have a working space for art. Finding common “look for it here first” spaces with other adults in the home. Keeping up with outdoor and seasonal stuff. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? […] The post 418: Infinity Brain and Decluttering to Allow for All the Interests appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Knowing the doorbell is going to ring is the best motivation to get the house cleaned up. But those moments can be extremely stressful! Today, I’m talking about ideas for getting a party on the schedule and my method for making it an all-around positive experience you’ll want to do again! Get 14 Days to […] The post 417: Put a Party on Your Schedule appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

  I’m talking with my friend Myquillyn Smith (The Nester) about her new book, House Rules. She’s the queen of making decorating your home feel totally doable. I loved this conversation! Grab her book wherever books are sold. It’s out now! Take Your House Back is on sale! My books Want to be a patron […] The post 416: House Rules with Myquillyn Smith appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Defining the Craft Room while also using it for storage. Getting past the Doorbell Panic. Helping with parents’ garage & shared storage unit. Take Your House Back is on sale! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering […] The post 415: Adjusting to Not Panicking at the Thought of a Doorbell appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

When I started my deslobification process, I realized quickly that I have what I call Slob Vision. Some people call it Clutter Blindness. In today’s episode, I’m sharing things that I’ve realized cause Slob Vision and what I do to keep it from causing my home to fall into Disaster Status. Take Your House Back […] The post 414: What Makes Clutter Invisible appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I don’t use emotions to make decluttering decisions. Today, though, I’m talking about the difference between enjoying things and holding onto things. If I have too many things, I can’t enjoy them! My 5-Step Decluttering Process Podcast The Basics – Getting Started or Getting Back Measuring Progress, Measuring Success My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 413: Where Joy Fits into the Decluttering Process appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Decluttering can be daunting, and if you find yourself stuck in “the Messy Middle,” you might feel discouraged. Of course, with the No Mess Decluttering Process, there’s no physical mess. But I’m sharing ways to get through the feelings of frustration you might experience in the middle of a decluttering project. My books Want to […] The post 412: The Messy Middle is Real, but It Doesn’t Actually Have to be Messy appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Help when you know your home is not your project, but your projects have a tendency to take over your home. Declutter the room that I named the “Home Office” when more functions keep getting piled on. Deal with identity clutter. My books Want to be a patron of the […] The post 411: When All The Many Projects Take Over The House appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering some of your decluttering questions as quickly as I can. (Answering quickly is quite the challenge for me!)   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 410: Rapid Q&A appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Learning to identify and use Awkward Pauses is so essential to making real change in your home. Knowing what to do in small amounts of time that will achieve real progress is key.   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? […] The post 409: Keys to Using Awkward Pauses appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

  I’ve been craving rest lately, so I’ve been thinking a lot about it. Specifically, how the No Mess Decluttering Process allows for rest in a way that the way I used to declutter did not.     Join a discounted Six-Week Decluttering Workshop guided by a coach certified in my method! My books Want […] The post 408: Rest Is Necessary appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Declutter my house when most of the stuff isn’t mine. Declutter the garage. Keep the Craffice( craft room/office ) decluttered when sharing it with my husband. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE […] The post 407: Defining a Shared Space appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Ideas on getting past “blocks” when it comes to moving to different parts of the house when decluttering. Worrying about the wrong thing. Tips and tricks on keeping up with everything when working from home. Join a discounted Six-Week Decluttering Workshop guided by a coach certified in my method! My […] The post 406: Adjusting for Changes in Your Home and Routine appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Having children help – how to delegate and still follow the steps. How to keep up with cleaning and laundry when your schedule is always changing. Helping the kids decide what to keep. Join a discounted Six-Week Decluttering Workshop guided by a coach certified in my method! My books Want […] The post 405: Focusing on Routines with a Busy Family and Unpredictable Schedule appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

There are people out there who love decluttering. I am not one of those people. But I do see the value in it and am so glad I’ve decluttered (and keep decluttering). I used to think that once I got good at decluttering, I’d learn to love it, and that would make it easy. That […] The post 404: Learning to Love Decluttering Isn’t the Goal appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Where you start once the visible stuff is done and everything else just feels overwhelming. Kids clothes. Staying on top of things even during growth spurts. Getting over the guilt of getting rid of things that have been gifted. Join a discounted Six-Week Decluttering Workshop guided by a coach certified […] The post 403: Getting Rid of Gifts?! appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This week, I am talking about Net Gains Decluttering, meaning that we move the whole house forward by making progress in one space at a time without making other spaces worse. Learn what to do when your “take it there now” place needs to be decluttered, and discover the power of doing it now.   […] The post 402: Net Gains Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Staying motivated and not getting overwhelmed. Providing loving guidance to your spouse and children. Deciding if lists are helpful. 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?? --Nony The post 401: Getting Started When the Project of Your Home is Overwhelming appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

As has become the tradition for every hundredth episode, my husband joins me to answer questions from you! I always love these episodes! The Take Your House Back course together, and it’s on sale now through January 10th! Grab it at aslobcomesclean.com/take. Take Your House Back is on sale! My books Want to be a […] The post 400: Talking Decluttering with My Husband appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This week I’m talking with my friend Dawn about the importance and the reality of balancing daily stuff with the decluttering. Dawn and I do the Take Your House Back course together, and it’s on sale now through January 10th! Grab it at aslobcomesclean.com/take. Take Your House Back is on sale! My books Want to […] The post 399: Daily Stuff – The Beginning and the End appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

The biggest benefit for me of using my No Mess Decluttering Process is not needing to predict how much time I’ll need to declutter. Not needing to assess the mess and guess how long it will take to deal with it means I’m much more likely to get started. I know that any amount of […] The post 398: How to Work Decluttering into Whatever Time & Energy You Have appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

At this time of year, MANY of us are in survival mode. That’s normal, and surviving is better than not. Today, I’m sharing ways I work to move forward on making progress in my house, even when I’m in the midst of a crazy time that once would have set my home back significantly. Take […] The post 397: How to Move Forward, Even in Survival Mode appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I have removed emotions from my decluttering process, not because I don’t have emotions, but because I do! I can’t use emotions to declutter, so I stick with my fact and instinct based ways of dealing with things. One of the biggest things that brings up lots of emotions is being asked (or asking myself) […] The post 396 Why “Why” Isn’t Part of My Decluttering Process appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering questions in this episode about piles of shoes, stress over deciding how many towels to keep, whether to stop decluttering to hang up a picture, and more. These are the kinds of things that stress declutterers out, so I hope I can take some of the stress away. Take Your House Back is […] The post 395: Too Many Shoes, Towels, & Projects appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

If it’s in the house, it’s either appreciating or depreciating. And truly appreciating something keeps it from depreciating. Let’s talk about this concept. By “let’s” of course I mean me. Because I’m the only one talking. But I had fun in this conversation with myself. Take Your House Back is on sale. My books Want […] The post 394: Appreciate or Depreciate – It’s Your Choice appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I hope you enjoy this conversation! 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?? --Nony The post 393: Temporary Toys, Sentimental Decor, and Food Where It Doesn’t Belong appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

The hardest thing about decluttering is making decisions. Decision after decision after decision. My five step decluttering process makes decision making easier/possible. Today, I’m talking about applying the decluttering strategies to decision making about more than just clutter. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to […] The post 392: Applying the Decluttering Process to General Decision Making appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Terms like space-saving designs and storage solutions and such are very appealing, but even though I used to purchase organizing products labeled that way, my house didn’t look any better. I’ve now come to a point where I’m turned off by those phrases. It’s a mindset shift. My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 391: Shifting the Mindset about Space-Saving and Storage Solutions appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering a few questions that were asked over at AskDanaKWhite.com. Question 1: My question is on the subject of toys. How do I go about starting (outside of your normal questions)? Like were do I start? My son is 3. Do I pick what to keep or does he? (We have tons of hot […] The post 390: Questions about Toys, Finding Places and the Decluttering Questions appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was a fun strategy session with two guests! I know that navigating the decluttering process with a spouse can present challenges, so it was good to talk to this couple together. We discussed: How to manage every day routines and still get to clean the house. Making progress when planning for a move. Dealing […] The post 389: A Joint Husband and Wife Strategy Session appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We all have (at least) one category of stuff that’s extra hard to declutter. I’m addressing that today, inspired by this email: I am a teacher who, due to life circumstances, is leaving the profession shortly before I could be considered early retired. I am working part-time as a substitute teacher because I can not […] The post 388: Decluttering that Extra Difficult Spot or Category of Stuff appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We (me especially, but also so many of my listeners) are great at theorizing. At predicting. At being super logical. We’re intelligent people. But when we theorize about house stuff like home maintenance and decluttering, putting our theories into practice isn’t so fun, so we tend to keep theorizing some more. But if we don’t […] The post 387: In Theory, Your House Will Never Improve (Reality Is Where it Changes!) appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I enjoyed this conversation so much. In it, we discussed: Decluttering the garage with lots of sentimental things along with a lot of junk Helping her daughter declutter her things Figuring out a storage solution for her entryway Mentioned in this episode: We’re hiring! Find out more here. My books Want to be a patron […] The post 386: Looking at Decluttering as a Way to Re-Discover and Honor Your Treasures appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve realized that a lot of the things I held onto “just in case” were things I envisioned saving the day. Won’t I be glad I had that? Won’t everyone ooh and aah if I end up already having the very thing we needed in that dire situation that could possibly happen one day? I’ve […] The post 385: Clutter and My Hero Complex appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Today I’m sharing a great conversation with Jon Acuff. He’s one of my favorite follows on Instagram so I was excited to get to talk to him! He has a new book out that is all about goals. The things that hold us back from reaching goals have a lot of parallels with the things […] The post 384: Talking About Goals with Jon Acuff appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering lots of questions asked over on Instagram, and I’m answering them quickly! I’m all about the words (LOTS of words), but sometimes it’s helpful to cover lots of ground quickly and succinctly. You follow me on instagram @aslobcomesclean. Mentioned in this episode: Watch my session, Decluttering for Beginners (Even Total Beginners) for free […] The post 382: Rapid Q&A – Decluttering and Home Questions Answered appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

One of the biggest mindset shifts I’ve made as I’ve changed my home has been redefining what is a “waste of my time.” Many tasks that I once avoided because they felt like a waste of my time ended up being the very things I needed to do to keep my house under control. Watch […] The post 381: Wasting Time vs. Wasting Opportunity appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Whether you’re a new follower or you’ve been around for years, the basics are how things get done and stay done in your home. Focusing on the basics will get you started de-disasterizing your home and are the thing to go back to when you start to feel things stall or fall back into disaster. […] The post 380: Back to (Or Start with) the Basics appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.