Hey Clutterbugs! Decluttering, organizing, and mindset shifts are the real foundation of a tidy home—and I’m getting brutally honest about all three today. I’m sharing 46 life lessons that will help you get organized, stop feeling behind, and make decisions faster (without trying to become a whole new person).

It’s my birthday, I did the math (yes, I’m actually 46), and I’m celebrating by handing you the stuff I wish I knew sooner—about confidence, perfectionism, money, boundaries, happiness, and why everything you own is work. We talk about how “good enough” beats perfect, why you can’t plan your way into progress, how tiny consistent steps matter more than big dramatic overhauls, and the truth nobody wants to hear: you probably won’t miss most of what you declutter—but you will regret what clutter has cost you.

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Hey Clutterbugs! Today is about decluttering tips and home organization systems to match your current season of life. If your life has changed but your home hasn’t, you’re probably feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and tempted to shop for “solutions” instead of update your systems. We’re going to talk about why your home isn’t a museum—it’s a living organism that has to evolve as you do. I walk you through the seasons of life (solo starter, early family/merging households, “city girl” single-income leveling up, school-age chaos, career sprint/burnout prevention, boomerang kids, empty nest feelings, and downsizing) and the exact shifts your home needs in each stage. We’ll cover how to identify your current “dominant energy,” how to declutter what no longer fits your life now, and how to build simple, low-friction systems so your home stops feeling like a part-time job. You’ll also hear my real talk on scarcity mindset, why “filling the space” too fast can lead to debt and clutter, how container limits protect your budget, and why every item you let go of gives you something you can’t buy: time. Plus, I’ll challenge you to declutter two guest-notice zones (bathroom + kitchen) so you can feel proud of your space immediately—especially with the holidays coming.

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Hey Clutterbugs! Overconsumption is costing you cash, time, and calm. And it’s crowding your home! In this episode, I walk you through a simple No-Spend Challenge, practical spending rules that fit real life, and the home routines that help you buy less and use what you already own. It's a great way to start the New Year. Decluttering, believe it or not, is a financial strategy!

We’ll talk about the hidden costs of clutter (duplicate purchases, food waste, storage fees), how to track real savings each week, and the mindset shifts that stop impulse buying. I’ll share quick wins—like a 20-minute Weekly Financial Reset, pantry “use-up” lists, and 3-minute decluttering tasks—that reduce decision fatigue and protect your budget. If you’re ready to save money, cut clutter, and feel calmer at home, this is your starting line.

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Simple mindset shifts and quick decluttering routines create calm at home.

Stop perfectionism and negative self-talk to boost productivity, time management, and motivation—today. If you’re stuck in victim mentality, catastrophizing, or all-or-nothing thinking, this episode gives you practical mindset shifts and quick decluttering routines to regain control fast.

I’m sharing real-life stories (including our car chaos and my “motor oil in the washer fluid” moment) to show how easy it is to slide into self-pity—and how to climb out. We’ll name common negative thought patterns, reframe them on the spot, and bridge them into tiny 3-minute tasks that create momentum in your home and head.

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Perfectionism is a trap, and today we’re talking about how letting go of it can transform your productivity, time management, and overall happiness. Why? Because embracing 'average'—yes, average—is actually the secret to freeing up your time, energy, and mental bandwidth for the things that really matter. I know, I know, the word 'average' doesn’t sound appealing. Nobody wants to feel mediocre, right? But here’s the truth—most of us waste so much energy trying to be ‘perfect’ at things that don’t actually move the needle forward in life. And when we focus on perfection, we burn ourselves out and have nothing left for the stuff that truly makes life extraordinary.In this episode, I’ll share why embracing 'good enough' in the areas that don’t matter—like household chores, decluttering, or even certain work tasks—can give you more time to focus on what does matter. I’ll also explain how taking shortcuts, like my ‘Do It Shitty’ method, can actually lead to more success, not less. Whether it’s cleaning your house, improving your career, or strengthening your relationships, I’ll show you where you can cut corners, save time, and still get things done without the stress of perfectionism holding you back.

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by clutter or like your home is working against you? No matter how hard you try, things still feel chaotic, stressful, or stuck? You're not alone—and the answer isn’t working harder. It’s learning how to create a home and life that work with your natural tendencies.

In this episode, we dive into the “Path of Flow”—a powerful approach to decluttering, home organization, routines, and mindset that helps you reduce friction and make everyday life easier. You’ll learn how to:

• Declutter using simple, realistic strategies (including trash bag therapy)
• Build organizing systems that match your natural style
• Reduce mental clutter, decision fatigue, and overwhelm
• Improve daily routines by eliminating hidden friction points
• Create a home that feels peaceful, manageable, and effortless

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding your flow, adapting your home to the way you naturally live, and making life feel lighter—starting today.

Grab a trash bag, hit play, and let’s take back your time, energy, and peace.

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Today is a super special day – it's our 300th podcast episode, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate it with YOU! This milestone is all about you, your stories, and the amazing things you do while listening to this podcast. Spoiler alert: laundry seems to be the winner, and honestly, I get it – laundry is the WORST chore. But together, we’re tackling it and celebrating every success, big or small.

In this episode, I share a very personal story about a recent health challenge and the chaos that greeted me when I emerged from my "recovery cave." From mountains of laundry to messy floors, life threw me a curveball, but I took back control – and you can too!

This episode is packed with inspiration, real-life moments, and the reminder that no matter how defeated we feel, we have the power to take action and turn things around. So grab your laundry, set a timer, and let's kick some butt together.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Let’s celebrate this milestone and keep moving forward together. You’ve got this!

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We’ve been fed a huge lie — that the stuff in our storage rooms or storage units is worth money. It’s not! The truth is, your “storage treasures” are probably costing you thousands of dollars and stealing valuable space in your home. I’m sharing my own story of how I turned a cluttered storage room into a home office, added $15,000 of value to my house, and never missed a single thing I let go of.

You’ll learn how to figure out what your storage is really costing you, the mindset traps that keep us holding on to stuff “just in case,” and my simple decluttering rules to help you decide what’s actually worth keeping. I also talk about why “preservation becomes paralysis” — and how freeing yourself from storage clutter can literally give you more time, money, and peace of mind.

To enter the first-ever Clutterbug Storage Wars contest, email makeover@clutterbug.com with the subject line Storage Wars, and include:

• A photo or quick video of your storage space (room or unit)
• A short introduction about yourself and which of the 5 D’s (downsizing, decluttering, divorce, death, or deployment) applies to you

If your kitchen feels chaotic too, check out my YouTube video on how to organize it based on your Clutterbug type:https://youtu.be/ZyMPNykNSMc

It’s time to stop paying for clutter and start creating space for the life you actually want.

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