Going paperless got you overwhelmed? Do you wish you could digitize your current paper clutter? This episode will walk you through organizing and decluttering digital files and setting up a digital filing system. Links in this episode: Digital Photo Declutter Paper Clutter Rescue Episode 172: Decluttering Email Episode 175: Decluttering Digital Photos Follow Deanna Yates...

Explore practical strategies for optimizing your home environment to ease parenting stress. My guest this week, Anya Dunham, shares her expertise in ecology’s scientific principles and how they benefit families in creating an ideal living space for both parents and children. Links in this episode (some links may be affiliates) Pick up Anya's Baby Ecology Book Follow my guest, Anya Dunham,...

Let’s talk about how we can thrive in motherhood instead of just surviving. It all starts with finding your minimum enough-ness by setting your standards of what is good enough for you and your family. This isn't about settling - it's about letting go of unrealistic expectations so you can live a life that lights you up! Links in this episode: (some links may be affiliate links. Thanks for your support!) Book by Eve Rodsky Follow my guest, Stephanie Rosenfield,...

Are your digital photos stressing you out? Are you running out of room? Do you worry about not having them backed up? This episode will walk you through my step by step process for decluttering and organizing your digital photos so you can sleep better at night.  Links in this episode: Pre-Sale!! Digital Photo Declutter Follow Deanna Yates...

Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend! When clearing clutter from your home, you might run into a scenario when you feel guilty about spending and buying new things. Our financial expert guest this week is here to help us align our spending with our values so we can have the things we want and not feel deprived when decluttering. Links in this episode: Follow my guest, Alli Williams,...

If getting your kids to do chores around the house has been difficult, it might be because they have this little-known personality trait. Making a simple shift might be all you need to transform chore time in your home from one of nagging, yelling, and meltdowns to one of cooperation and teamwork. Links in this episode: Book by Elaine Aron Follow my guest, Adrienne Bishop, on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriennebishopcoaching/ Website: www.adriennebishopcoaching.com Facebook...

Tired of email overwhelm? Learn to declutter your inbox, unsubscribe smartly, use labels, search effectively, and treat emails as tasks in this episode. Boost productivity and reduce stress. Links in this episode: Follow Deanna Yates on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/ Website: https://wannabeclutterfree.com Podcast: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/podcast Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on...

Core family values help get everyone in the home on the same page, but my guest today is sharing with us the real reason she swears by them and how we can implement them in our lives Links in this episode: Follow my guest on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialstrongfamilyco/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongfamilyco Website: https://strongfamilyproject.com Podcast: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2147889.rss Follow me, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free...

Decluttering can be made even more difficult when you are working through a big transition in life like becoming an empty nester or helping your aging parents downsize. Hear how one woman worked through both transitions at the same time.  Links in this episode (may be affiliate links): Book: The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning Follow Jenifer on Instagram Follow Jennifer on Facebook Follow me on: Instagram Facebook Wannabe Minimalist Family Community Have you heard these myths...

Routines are about identifying and aligning our daily activities with what truly matters. They help manage time effectively and reduce mental clutter by serving as a mental reminder for everyday tasks. Here’s how to create routines that work for you and your family. Links in this episode (may be affiliate links): Book: 168 Hours Blade Buddy Sign up for Free Doable Dozen Workshop Follow me on: Instagram Facebook Wannabe Minimalist Family Community Being a mom is quite the adventure,...

The mental load is a term for the behind-the-scenes work involved in managing a household and family. My guest this week shares how to let it go using the Fair Play Method so you can thrive not just at home, but in every area of life too. Links in this episode: Book: Strong Women Lift Each Other Up Book: Fair Play Documentary: https://www.fairplaylife.com/documentary Valerie's Website: https://strideproductivity.com Valerie's...

Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links): Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/167 Discover my favorite resources here Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.  Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge Happier at...

Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links): Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/166 Discover my favorite resources here Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.  Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge Happier at...

Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links): Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/165 Discover my favorite resources here Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.  Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge Happier at...

Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links): Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/164 Discover my favorite resources here Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.  Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge Happier at...

Links in this episode (might contain affiliate links): Ep 151 with Krista St. GermainHow to Change by Katy MilkmanEp 116 - 15 Minute Declutter Method If you struggle with decluttering and organizing, the thing you just might need is a fresh start. A fresh start is any milestone or significant event that marks a new beginning or a potential change in your life. Why are these fresh start dates so powerful for decluttering? Well, they give us a chance to reflect on where we are and where we want...

Fresh starts are a great way to find the motivation to declutter and organize. Here's how you can use a fresh start such as the New Year or a planned event to reach your goals for your home or your life. ********************** Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links): Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/163 Discover my favorite resources here Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy,...

Have you heard the saying that happiness is a choice? Well, when the pandemic hit in 2020 that’s what one mama in California decided to test it out. Instead of focusing on all the negative that was happening in the world, she started to document the little joys and happy moments of family life. It’s lead her on a journey she never expected to be on and she is here to share the experience with us. Amy Nesbitt is a full time, corporate world working mama to two boys in Silicon Valley. She is a...

Have you heard the saying that happiness is a choice? Well, when the pandemic hit in 2020 that’s what one mama in California decided to test it out. Instead of focusing on all the negative that was happening in the world, she started to document the little joys and happy moments of family life. It’s lead her on a journey she never expected to be on and she is here to share the experience with us. Amy Nesbitt is a full time, corporate world working mama to two boys in Silicon Valley. She is a...

Do you struggle to declutter with your partner? Maybe they don't think your home is cluttered, or they like to shop, or what I hear most often is they have a lot of hobbies that you never see them do so you’re not sure why they want to keep all that stuff. What is one to do when you want to live in a clutter free home and your partner is not on the same page? Thankfully, my guest this week on Wannabe Clutter Free is well versed in helping people communicate with their partners through the...

Do you struggle to declutter with your partner? Maybe they don't think your home is cluttered, or they like to shop, or what I hear most often is they have a lot of hobbies that you never see them do so you’re not sure why they want to keep all that stuff. What is one to do when you want to live in a clutter free home and your partner is not on the same page? Thankfully, my guest this week on Wannabe Clutter Free is well versed in helping people communicate with their partners through the...

Do you think decluttering is fun? If you said yes, you are not like most people (and you're probably not reading this anyway). Even me…as a wannabe minimalist and clutter free living advocate…am not really all that fond of decluttering. But, just because something isn’t easy doesn’t mean we can't make it fun. This podcast episode will show you 7 ways you can increase the fun factor when it comes to decluttering so you enjoy the process more, can get more buy-in from your family and stick with...

Did you know an estimated 42% of adults have a step-relationship of some kind - and it’s becoming more prevalent in our communities. Yet, so much of the guidance aimed at parents and families is filtered through a "first family" lens. I am totally guilty of this! And I understand that this leaves a massive segment of the population under-equipped to navigate an additional layer of complexity to everyday household challenges. So on this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, we are...

Do you feel like you were born with an innate desire to collect and keep things? Some might even joke that you have the “hoarder gene”? While that’s not a scientific thing, many people do struggle with letting go of things they have collected over time. Often these things are sentimental or might be useful “someday”. The problem soon becomes that as you hold on to more and more, your home becomes more cluttered. When you hold onto too much it can be overwhelming. That’s why I was invited on...

Is it possible to create an effective minimalist skin care routine and keep our bathrooms clutter free? That’s what my expert guest, dermatologist Dr. Mina, is here to answer on the podcast. With so much hype and marketing put into skin care products, it is extremely difficult to sift through the noise. That’s why I was excited to get the truth from an expert on the topic. And skin care is not just what you see on the outside. Our skin health also extends to being sun smart and with summer...