A Slob Comes Clean

Treating my house like a project doesn’t work, but that doesn’t mean my Project Brain isn’t a gift. I’m getting to use it now as I plan a move. I talk about details and how to use this strength/weakness for good. Mentioned: My Writing Journey (Live Q&A on October 19) My books Want to be […] The post 307: Project Brain is a Gift – Planning a Move appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean...

In this episode, we discuss: when the container changes sizes, the rule doesn’t change. how to more routinely go through an area and declutter. ways you can be hospitable even with a small space.   Mentioned: My books My writing journey session.  Sponsors: Go to thirdlove.com/clean and get 20% off your first purchase! Betterhelp.com/clean. A […] The post 306: When the Size of Your House/Container...

In this episode, Heather and I discuss: issues with visual clutter. how to avoid stuff shifting. identifying and celebrating success and letting yourself enjoy it even if you aren’t “done.”  My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.  Join me live (in a Zoom webinar) on October 5th for the behind the […] The post 305: Celebrate Success EVEN if you Aren’t Finished appeared first on Dana...

In this episode, we discuss: how to feel prepared for the future with the things you may need without keeping excess just in case. practical organization tips. the difference between being efficient with your planning vs over planning to the point where you’re procrastinating getting started. Sponsors: Go to thirdlove.com/clean and get 20% off your […] The post 304: Saving Stuff for the Future and...

In today’s strategy session, we discuss: how to get your home office under control. keeping the inside of your car clean. how to figure out a system to help with massive paperwork and emails. Mentioned: My Writing Journey (Live on October 5th) My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how […] The post 303: Cars and Paper and Other Overwhelmingly Messy Things Podcast appeared first on Dana...

Some of the topics we covered: Storage solutions for stuffed animals Dealing with a Monica closet What to do when the majority of items to declutter are sentimental You’re not broken, you just organize differently Decluttering an estate Parenting teenagers Finding motivation when reward systems don’t work Fridge & freezer organization How to encourage adult daughter to keep things tidy What have y...

Do your attempts to reward yourself seem to backfire? Or just not work? I’ve tried motivating myself to get stuff done by promising that I can do something fun after, but I end up renegotiating with  myself. I’ve found that natural rewards for doing what I need to do are more effective. They are harder […] The post 301: Rewarding Myself in a Way that Actually Works Podcast appeared first on Dana K...

My husband is joining me for the third time! I guess it’s now a tradition for episodes that end in 00!! He answers questions about our house, what convinced him to get involved, and more. I love when he joins me!   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how […] The post 300: Getting Family to Help (With Thoughts from My Husband) Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Cle...

I finally found a paper organization system that actually works for me! I’m sharing it today. I learned this system from my co-instructors in the Take Your House Back course, which just so happens to be open! Go check out the course here: TakeYourHouseBack.com.  My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find […] The post 299: I Solved My Paper Clutter Problem! appeared first on Dana K. White: A Sl...

I’m talking with Jessica to come up with strategies for: getting into a decluttering habit and keeping momentum. not getting stuck on visible spaces only. how to not make decluttering a bigger project than it needs to be. Get the Make Dinner Happen course for $16. (Also see the list of recipes and ingredient list.) […] The post 298: Decluttering Deeper Without Getting Overwhelmed Podcast appeared...

  Anyone else having trouble with focus these days? No? Oh. Well, in case you ever do end up struggling to focus, here are some ways I fight this battle. My books Patreon   Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code CLEAN. Get a free two […] The post 297: Finding Focus Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean . My...

  This is the third and final episode in the three part series of sponsored podcast interviews I’m doing with  Good Chemistry Lives Here. I really loved my conversation with Dave Jones, a chemist who has worked on antimicrobial products for years. We talked about product labels, how to read them and what to look […] The post Antimicrobials: How to Read a Product Label (A Sponsored Podcast) appeare...

In today’s episode, Cindy and I talk about: We talk about overcoming the roadblock in your brain when it comes to having empty organizational cabinets and drawers but having piles of junk in front of them. We address where to begin when you’re downsizing from a large home to a smaller one. We also talk […] The post 296: Putting Away and Putting Away Again Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A...

  When you feel inspired to start getting your home under control or tackle a big decluttering project, it’s tempting to think that the first step needs to be rallying the other people in your home to help you get started. That’s not the first step. And thinking it’s the first step can cause a […] The post 295: Getting Started is NOT a Team Effort Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Co...

I’m talking with Becki to come up with strategies for: allowing time for your hobbies, without the guilt, when you know there’s still decluttering that needs to be done. when the answer to “where would I look for it first? Is “right here on top of this dresser which is piled with junk…” finding motivation […] The post 294: Enjoying Your Progress Even When You’re Not Finished Podcast appeared first...

People are constantly asking about applying my 5 step decluttering process to a move, but I haven’t moved since I started all this! Thankfully, today I’m talking to someone who did just that! She shared her amazing before and after photos (which I’m sharing in another post a little later today) and tells how using […] The post 293: Decluttering for a Move Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A...

In today’s episode, Danyel and I talk about: tackling the dumping ground room after the visible spaces are so much better than they were getting stuff out of your house (imperfect stuff, whether to donate or trash or put in a Buy Nothing group) how to figure out a system to keep a project easily […] The post 292: The Dumping Ground Room Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean ....

  Today I’m talking about how big plans end up backfiring sometimes, and how to not let the feeling that you need to figure everything out ahead of time (in your home) keep you from actually making progress. My books Patreon   Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off your first month […] The post 291: When Big Plans Equal Little Progress Podcast appeared first on Da...

I’m talking with Janine to come up with strategies for: How to overcome a particular task that you hate, particularly keeping the floors clean. Helping to balance her art practice with the need for a functional house. Practical ideas on how to manage overwhelming yardwork. Mentioned: How do Antimicrobial Products Get Approval from the EPA? […] The post 290: Making Things Easier For (and on) Yourse...

This is the second episode in the three part series of sponsored podcast interviews I’m doing with  Good Chemistry Lives Here. I am enjoying these conversations and learning so much! I’ve definitely been much more adamant about reading and following directions lately. There is a long and complicated process for an antimicrobial product to be […] The post How Do Antimicrobial Products Get Approval...

I’m answering the question: “What’s the next step? When you get the win on decluttering and life is so much easier what do you do next?” Whether you’re there or not, I think this will help. It’s really all about remembering or redefining your goal for why you wanted a decluttered home. Mentioned: My interview […] The post 289: Life After Your Clutter Threshold appeared first on Dana K. White: A Sl...

So many photos on your phone? So many different things going on with working full time from home with no childcare for little ones? So many papers for your business? So many souvenirs? So many emails? I’m talking about breaking through overwhelm in all these situations. Mentioned: Deleting A Lot of Email at One Time […] The post 288: Q&A Overwhelm in Different Forms and Situations appeared first o...

In today’s strategy session, we talk about how to get over the feeling of being overwhelmed by not knowing how to do things in the very best way. How to properly clean knowing that you’re getting the most out of your effort. Helping to get over your germaphobia enough to let a professional and/or your […] The post 287: When the Very Best Way is Too Overwhelming Podcast appeared first on Dana K. Wh...

The world changed a year ago, and whether you realize it or not, you’re likely emotionally exhausted. Some have experienced unimaginable loss, some have worked more hours than they ever thought possible, and for all of us, small, everyday decisions turned into big, potentially life-altering ones. The thought of making more decisions, ones we don’t […] The post 286: When You Don’t Have the Energy t...

I’m going over the basics of my 5 step Decluttering process that guarantees progress (and only progress) and never a bigger mess. Sign up for my newsletter. Become a patron. Sponsor: Betterhelp.com/clean. A Slob Comes Clean listeners get 10% off your first month with discount code CLEAN. --Nony The post 285: My 5 Step Decluttering Process Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean...