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

  This is the first in a special series of interviews I’m doing with real life scientists called Humanizing the Science of Antimicrobials. (And some other professionals who deal with antimicrobials!) This series is sponsored by Good Chemistry Lives Here. I’m talking with Dr. Elaine Black, a PhD in microbiology food science, and Brian Burden […] The post Demystifying Antimicrobials (Sponsored Podcast) appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

There’s a fine line between trying to think through a process and trying to come up with reasons why it won’t work. There’s a fine line between planning and coming up with excuses. Action is key, and it’s through action that we end up figuring what works, what doesn’t, and how. And it’s ONLY through […] The post 282: Making Plans or Making Excuses? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we talk about: How to be motivated when you feel like you’re drowning in other people’s stuff How get ready to move How to not let comments from family get to you when you’re trying to stay under your clutter threshold   My books Want to be a patron of the show? […] The post 281: Other People’s Stuff and Other People’s Opinions Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: How to get family members on board for decluttering. How to help with a young son who has major clutter blindness. Practical ideas on how to deal with food clutter. And unique (legitimate) challenges about the need to have more kitchen supplies.   Check out my new course with Cas […] The post 280: Legitimately Challenging Decluttering Challenges Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Ever wonder why your house always looks messy even though you feel like you’re working on it a lot? I used to, too. I know now that usually, the problem is procrasticlutter. Sorry. Specifically, I’m bemoaning that getting behind on even just the last step of laundry can make my house look like I’ve eliminated […] The post 279: Why Your House Looks Messy Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Clutter attracts clutter. Piles grow. Knowing that a pile most likely contains valuable stuff can make getting started difficult. I’m talking with someone who has lots of interests and hobbies and has collected the stuff for them. I think most of us can relate! We talk about: where to start when you’re feeling overwhelmed. letting […] The post 278: Decluttering Trash AND Treasures appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

If you’re feeling stuck, feeling like you’re decluttering in circles, or just feeling blech, maybe you need to go to the next level of decluttering. I’m talking about what I mean by that in this episode. Check out my new course with Cas from Clutterbug and Dawn from The Minimal Mom – Take Your House […] The post 277: Next Level Decluttering Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking about The Container Concept. It’s a game changer concept, and that’s because it’s fact. I’m talking with Cas from Clutterbug and Dawn from The Minimal Mom and they share their own realizations about this reality and how they have come to think of it. Check out my new course with Cas from Clutterbug […] The post 276: The Container Concept with Cas and Dawn appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

How much can I handle? That’s the real question. Sometimes, it’s about stuff, sometimes it’s about time and sometimes it’s about energy (mental and physical). Check out my new course with Cas from Clutterbug and Dawn from The Minimal Mom – Take Your House Back! My books Join us on Patreon     --Nony The post 275: What and How Much Can I Handle? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

    We talk about: How to be motivated by something other than panic cleaning because someone is coming over. How to deal with well-meaning family members who, out of love, give more stuff than I can handle. Working and working but seeming to not get anything done. Sign up for my newsletter. Become a […] The post 274: Working and Working and Having Something to Show for It Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Storage spaces can be overwhelming, whether they’re too small or too big. I’m talking about how to work through them, and how to make them do the job they were meant to do. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Shop on Amazon. Find out when I […] The post 273: What’s the Point of Storage Space? Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Here we go into the holiday season of a year that’s totally bananas. Things are far from normal, but I’m determined to make the best of it, and am sharing what I’m doing. My books Join us on Patreon       --Nony The post 272: Making the Best of It Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We discuss: what are appropriate expectations for kids ages and their participation. how to accomplish laundry so that it doesn’t feel impossible. Successfully completed the first laundry day. how to determine what is a good place where something should be kept and how to transition to putting things in a new place. My books Join […] The post 271: Figuring Out Laundry Day appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: where to start with a huge pile of papers that have been in the office for far too long. where to start in a double garage that holds many sentimental objects as well as clutter. ideas on how to finish jobs well. My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 270: Reclaiming Your Space for Good Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this podcast, we discuss: ways to think about kid toys and getting them under control. how to incrementally clean up something an overwhelming space where there are lots of different categories that should be stored together and you don’t know how it will all fit until it’s done. where to start when you have […] The post 269: The Problem with Miscellaneous Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Decluttering paralysis is real, and it’s tough enough on a normal day. It’s especially daunting, though, when you are on a deadline. Especially the biggest deadline of all: moving! I’m talking through this overwhelming situation in a strategy session today. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. […] The post 268: Decluttering Paralysis and Moving Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: how to avoid getting stuck on the daily tasks (dishes, 5 minute pick up, etc), but finding time to do a major decluttering also. how to move past the visible spaces, so the other rooms that aren’t visible from the front door don’t get pushed to the backburner. how to […] The post 267: Getting Unstuck Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Those of us who are bewildered by keeping the house under control can, sometimes, be scared of experimenting. Sometimes it’s because we have failed so many times before. We might feel the need to be TOTALLY and completely sure something is going to work so we don’t “waste time” on another strategy. Also, though, we […] The post 266: Be Willing to Experiment Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

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.   --Nony The post 265: Keyword: Start Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

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, […] The post 264: The Answer is The 5 Minute Pickup Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

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 […] The post 263: Decorating Without Clutter with The Nester appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

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   --Nony The post 262: Blending Organizing Styles (and more) Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

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 […] The post 261: Measuring Progress, Measuring Success Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

One of my biggest strategies is to let yourself “just declutter” in order to get started and make progress in your home immediately. And decluttering achieves the purpose I was looking for when I thought I needed to “get organized.” But there is value in organizing. And I’ve been thinking about it (and talking about […] The post 260: Rethinking Organizing Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Maintenance. It feels pointless and impossible when there’s so much that needs to be done FIRST! But maintenance, even when the house is in shambles, is the key to making maintainable progress. Really. I’m talking about the parallels between my recent gardening (jungle-recovery) efforts and when I first started my deslobification process. Sign up for […] The post 259: The Thing About Maintenance Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

The doorbell is a great motivator to get the house clean, but when there aren’t any doorbells coming, motivation can be hard to find! I’m talking about the mental and strategical shifts that help me make real progress in my home even without the motivation of a doorbell. My books Patreon   --Nony The post 258: Cleaning for “Us” and Not the Doorbell Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s strategy session we discuss these challenges: How do you let go of useful stuff when you know it’s way more than you need? What do you do about re-decluttering? (same desk & counter, over and over and over) How do you know where to start when it’s all visible? Sign up for my […] The post 257: Visibility Rule Challenges and Re-Decluttering Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Living with other people can (hopefully) mean cleaning with other people. This presents challenges in any relationship. There are extra challenges for people like me who struggle on our own. I made some mistakes recently, which I’m sharing, but I’m also talking through some ways to help these situations go more smoothly. Bathroom Cleaning Checklist […] The post 256: Cleaning WITH Other People Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s strategy session we discuss these challenges: I struggle with finding time to run the home well, and with making myself do the decluttering when I have the chance! I still have project brain about the whole thing. I’m having a hard time finding a new normal with a different schedule. Sign up for […] The post 255: Decluttering with the Time Available Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Have you been cooking more than you’ve ever cooked in your life? I’m going over the basics on how I make it easier to get dinner on the table quickly, night after night after night after . . . I’m also sharing some super basic recipes and ideas for meals that are easy to put […] The post 254: Easy Meal Ideas Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We discuss these questions in today’s strategy session: Besides knowing the basics from the books, can we discuss an action plan for those storage spaces for what to do first? What is your advice for decluttering the middle teen years – all their stuff – but still allowing their say – especially when the containers […] The post 253: Decluttering / Clearing Out Storage Spaces Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Frugality and My Slob Problem Podcast Stop Cluttering Podcast Container Concept Podcast Sign up for my newsletter. Become a patron.     --Nony The post 252: Limiting What Comes Into the House Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m sharing what’s working for me right now, plus some thoughts on how to not get discouraged when your house isn’t magically even though your very best excuse (time) has been eliminated. Mentioned: My favorite (affiliate link) Kindle. (It’s more expensive than what I mentioned on the podcast. Sorry.) What Counts as Decluttering? Podcast Laundry Day […] The post 251: What’s Working for Me Right Now Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking with Liza today. (Actually, back in January.) Things we discussed in this episode: How the “take it there now” decluttering strategy is a game-changer for her because of the chronic illness and exhaustion she faces. Helping kids embrace the decluttering mindset in a way that doesn’t traumatize them. I also answer this question: […] The post 250: Decluttering with Chronic Illness and Exhaustion Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Are you tackling (or do you need to tackle) your messy bedroom? I’m talking through the process in this podcast episode. Sign up for my newsletter. Become a patron.   --Nony The post 249: How to Clean Your Bedroom Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Adjusting to schedule changes is HARD!! There are so many different things you CAN do that sometimes the day goes by and it feels like none of it happened. Here are my tips for making things work when you’re adjusting to a new routine of working from home, and combining different responsibilities. Links Mentioned: Be […] The post 248: How to Get Work Done Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Well, life is pretty bananas for all of us right now. In this podcast episode, I’m sharing some mental decluttering roadblocks I’ve been surprised to be facing, how I’m talking myself through them, and my best advice for making the most of this unexpected decluttering time, even if you have some of the same challenges. […] The post 247: Decluttering in Uncertain Times Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I answer these questions in today’s strategy session: I’m constantly starting over because we fall off the bandwagon. We keep hopping back on, though. Do you think we’ll ever make enough progress that way to make a difference? How do you manage your time? I’m constantly on the go, and I want to better manage […] The post 246: Time Management – Even with Unpredictable Schedules Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I recently re-decluttered my closet, and I was RUTHLESS. Re-decluttering will do that. I am SO pleased with the results, so I shared some decisions I made about decluttering entire categories of things that I’d kept for years. Links Mentioned: Be a patron of the show! My books   --Nony The post 245: Ruthless Re-Decluttering Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this podcast, I’m refocusing on the absolute basics of getting your house under control and keeping it under control. These are the basic household tasks, and I’m sharing how they work and how they work together. Building these cleaning habits will help you finally make progress, maintain progress, and survive even the craziest of […] The post 244: The Basics – Getting Started or Getting Back Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Do you stress out when you start making progress? Does it sometimes feel like you’re LESS able to relax when you are focused on improving your home? Does your family’s clutter drive you bananas? I’m talking about chilling out. And not just encouraging you to, but giving concrete examples of how to not go so […] The post 243: How to Chill Out About (and in) Your Home Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode I answer these questions: What do you do when you assign a habit to someone else and they drop it? And how do you handle kids (or others) making a mess of an area you just decluttered? How do you deal with an area full of things we don’t use much, but […] The post 242: Decluttering Useful Stuff and Difficult Decisions Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

If you decluttered last month, there’s a chance you need to take some time this month to get that stuff completely out of your house! I’m talking about ways to get rid of clutter, and the pros and cons of each, and how to decide which ways are best for you. How to Get Rid […] The post 241: How to Get Rid of Your Stuff (or Clutter, or JUNK) Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Ever get frustrated because you work hard on the house but no one notices? Want credit for what you’ve done? I get it. But it’s a mindset I had to eliminate to make real progress. I’m talking about how to get over that, and what to focus on in your home to up the chances […] The post 240: Getting Credit for Your Housekeeping Effort Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I did a strategy session with Ronanda and discussed working the habits into her recently (and completely) changed routine and the challenges of having extra space and the temptations that brings. Be a patron of the show! My books       --Nony The post 239: The Allure of Extra Space & The Challenge of New Schedules Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I only have two decluttering questions. They are designed to help me work through large amounts of clutter in minimal time without emotions. The second question is “If I needed this item, would it ever occur to me that I already had one?” It’s basically a reality check. I’m talking today about the what ifs […] The post 238: Stopping the What Ifs – Diving into Decluttering Question 2 Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

My people (whom I call my people because they tell me we think the same way) tend to have a lot of different “issues” that make getting started decluttering harder than it should be. I’ve had to learn to get over these issues, and my job is helping you get over them, too. One specific […] The post 237: What “Counts” as Decluttering? Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s not only a new year, but a new decade! With the excitement, are you ready and determined to declutter?? I’m talking about essential mindset changes that will help you make real progress as you work in your home. My books Patreon For the month of January, 2020, the code JANUARY20 will take off $15, […] The post 236: Mindsets for Major Changes – Decluttering Progress in the New Year (Decade) Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I love this episode! Maddy shares how she used my decluttering strategies to clear out her garage that was being used for storage! I love hearing about how she has been able to declutter while living with a very busy and stressful work schedule. We discussed procrasticlutter, sentimental clutter, and making progress in craft and […] The post 235: Decluttering (Purposeful and Accidental) Storage Spaces Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering this question: What do I do once the 28 Days steps are under control? I’m talking this week about how to keep going. Where do you focus your efforts once the basics are no longer completely overwhelming?     --Nony The post 234: What Happens After the Basic Habits are Under Control? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.