Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Simplify, Find Freedom

Deanna Yates | Professional Organizer, Decluttering Coach, Wannabe Minimalist

Are you ready to finally calm the overwhelm and create a home and life you actually enjoy? The Wannabe Clutter Free podcast is here to help you clear the clutter, simplify your routines, and find freedom in the life you’re building. I’m Deanna Yates, a busy mom who knows what it’s like to juggle family, career, and the never-ending piles of stuff. From selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler, to managing the daily chaos of running a home with a school-aged kid, I’ve learned that living with less isn’t about deprivation. It’s about creating more space, more peace, and more joy. Each week, I share real-life stories, simple decluttering strategies, and mindset shifts that make it easier to let go of what’s weighing you down. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who share practical tips and fresh perspectives on minimalism, home organization, intentional living, and building habits that last. If you’re tired of feeling buried in clutter and crave a home that feels calm, welcoming, and easy to manage, this show is for you. It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress, freedom, and finding space for what truly matters to you.

  1. Declutter Your Digital Life and Calm Tech Chaos with Amanda Jefferson

    -20 H

    Declutter Your Digital Life and Calm Tech Chaos with Amanda Jefferson

    Discover Amanda Jefferson’s simple strategies to declutter your digital life. Learn to streamline emails, photos, and passwords with her FOCUS Method and reclaim calm, clutter-free living. **************** Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/276⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amanda Jefferson Get Amanda's Tech Survival Guide ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amanda's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Good Enough-ish Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room **************** Technology is supposed to make life easier—but often it leaves us drowning in emails, overflowing photo libraries, and password chaos. If your phone or laptop feels like a black hole, this episode is for you. I’m joined by tech and productivity coach Amanda Jefferson, who shares her Tech TRAPS framework (the five biggest digital clutter culprits) and her FOCUS Method for reducing mental load. We dive into practical tips for managing emails, organizing photos, and simplifying your digital tools. Amanda also opens up about how staying organized online helped her family navigate one of life’s toughest seasons. If you’ve been craving a calmer, clutter-free digital life, you’ll leave this episode with quick wins and inspiring new habits you can start today. We Cover: The 5 biggest Tech TRAPS causing digital chaos Amanda’s FOCUS Method to reduce overwhelm and mental load How to streamline emails, passwords, and photo libraries Why digital organization matters for your well-being and even the environment Practical tools to get your tech working for you, not against you Time Stamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Amanda’s intro 04:00 – What digital clutter really is 06:45 – The 5 Tech TRAPS explained 08:00 – Simple tech tips that save time instantly 10:00 – Where to start when everything feels overwhelming 12:53 – The FOCUS Method to reduce mental load 17:30 – Tackling photo overload without guilt 22:00 – How digital organization supported Amanda during her father’s illness 25:30 – The environmental cost of digital storage 28:00 – Email decluttering tips (delete vs. archive) 34:00 – Why digital clutter adds to mental load 38:00 – Amanda’s Busy Woman’s Tech Survival Guide 41:00 – Final rapid-fire Q&A with Amanda 45:00 – Outro + preview of next week with Meggie Mangione **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    51 min
  2. How to Live Clutter-Free: Your Top Questions Answered

    17 SEPT.

    How to Live Clutter-Free: Your Top Questions Answered

    Ever feel guilty letting go of things, or wonder if you’re just hiding clutter in bins? In this Q&A, Deanna Yates answers listener questions about decluttering guilt, saying no to social overload, managing digital clutter, and telling the difference between real organizing and disguised clutter. I’m answering listener questions about: Moving past guilt when letting go of items tied to money or memories Finding balance in a packed social calendar without hurting friendships Tackling digital clutter and setting boundaries with notifications Knowing the difference between organizing and simply disguising clutter 📌 Resources Mentioned: Full show notes:⁠ ⁠www.wannabeclutterfree.com/275⁠ Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/⁠⁠ All Podcast Episodes: ⁠⁠https://wannabeclutterfree.com/posts⁠ Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist⁠⁠ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review. Timestamps: 00:00: Welcome + Why I Love Q&A Episodes 01:51: Decluttering guilt: erasing history, wasting money, letting go 12:32: Saying no to social overload without losing friends 20:44: Tackling digital clutter + managing notifications 24:56: Are you really organizing or just hiding clutter? 32:02: Final thoughts + upcoming episodes Subscribe & Review: If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps me create more content to inspire and motivate you to live with less. Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min
  3. Digital Clutter Reset: Quiet the Pings, Clear the Chaos

    10 SEPT.

    Digital Clutter Reset: Quiet the Pings, Clear the Chaos

    You don’t need more willpower, you need better defaults. This week’s Digital Clutter Reset gives you a simple, family-friendly system to cut notification noise, clean up apps, email, files, and photos, and reclaim time, energy, and sleep. What you'll learn: A clear definition of digital clutter and why it spikes stress + kills focus The six numbers to track so you can see where digital clutter is hurting you most A 7-Day Digital Clutter Reset with 5-, 15-, and 30-minute options How to make it family-proof The 7-Day Digital Clutter Reset (quick view) Day 1: Audit & Decide the Vibe Day 2: Notifications Day 3:Apps Day 4: Email Day 5: Files/Desktop Day 6: Photos Day 7: Automate & Maintain 📌 Resources Mentioned: Full show notes: ⁠www.wannabeclutterfree.com/274 Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/⁠ All Podcast Episodes: ⁠https://wannabeclutterfree.com/podcast⁠ Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist⁠ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome 01:30 What counts as digital clutter 04:30 Why it overwhelms (attention, stress, sleep) 11:00 Track your numbers 17:30 7-Day Reset overview 18:00 Day 1: Audit & Decide the Vibe 20:00 Day 2: Notifications (batching/VIP) 22:00 Day 3: Apps cleanup 24:30 Day 4: Email overload relief 26:30 Day 5: Files & desktop calm 29:00 Day 6: Photo clean-up + ritual 32:00 Day 7: Automate & measure 34:30 Make it family-proof 36:30 Recap Subscribe & Review: If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps me create more content to inspire and motivate you to live with less. Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    41 min
  4. Let Go, Simplify & Spark Joy with KonMari Consultant Stacy Lee

    3 SEPT.

    Let Go, Simplify & Spark Joy with KonMari Consultant Stacy Lee

    Decluttering isn’t just about stuff, it’s about freedom. Certified KonMari consultant Stacy Lee joins Deanna to share how letting go of clutter and guilt can spark joy, simplify your routines, and create intentional spaces that support the life you want. **************** Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/273⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Stacy Lee ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stacy's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** Clutter isn’t just about the stuff piling up in your home, it’s also about the guilt, resistance, and overwhelm tied to letting go. In this uplifting conversation, professional organizer and certified KonMari consultant Stacy Lee shares how to apply the KonMari Method to simplify your home, mindset, and lifestyle. We talk about why clutter makes us feel stuck, how small intentional steps can lead to big change, and how to reframe decluttering so it feels empowering instead of stressful. Stacy also shares inspiring client stories and practical ways to bring more joy into your everyday routines. Whether you’re battling piles of clothes, drowning in kids’ artwork, or simply craving more peace in your daily life, this episode will give you tools and encouragement to create a clutter-free home you love. We Cover: How to move past guilt and people-pleasing when letting go Why starting small makes decluttering stick Tips for creating a clutter-free home that lasts The power of gratitude and “functional joy” Real client transformations that prove simplifying is possible If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to start, this episode will give you the inspiration and tools you need to create a home (and a life) that truly sparks joy. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Fall is the perfect time to declutter 01:16 – Stacy’s journey to becoming a KonMari consultant 03:19 – Applying KonMari to both home + lifestyle 07:02 – Powerful client transformation stories 10:50 – Decluttering with kids and families 14:04 – Managing life transitions + letting go 18:50 – Embracing minimalism + finding joy 20:41 – Tackling guilt + sustainable decluttering 22:10 – Intentional living vs consumerism 27:39 – Practical decluttering tips you can start today 31:54 – Understanding “functional joy” + gratitude 36:57 – How tidying supercharges lifestyle + mindset 39:18 – Rapid-fire questions with Stacy **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min
  5. Breaking Free from Perfectionism & People Pleasing with Kamini Wood

    27 AOÛT

    Breaking Free from Perfectionism & People Pleasing with Kamini Wood

    Perfectionism and people pleasing sneak into our homes, schedules, and even our self-worth. Certified life coach Kamini Wood joins Deanna to share how limiting beliefs create clutter, how to set healthy boundaries, and simple mindset shifts that bring balance, joy, and a clutter-free life filled with intention. **************** Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/272⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Kamini Wood ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kamini's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RiseUp: Live Joy Your Way Podcast Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** High achievers often pride themselves on getting things done—but at what cost? When perfectionism, people pleasing, and limiting beliefs drive our choices, the result is often burnout, resentment, and clutter (both in our homes and in our minds). In this powerful conversation, I sit down with certified life coach Kamini Wood, who helps high achievers release old patterns, overcome self-sabotage, and create balanced, purpose-driven lives. Together, we explore how perfectionist pressure sneaks into our organizing habits, why people pleasing keeps us holding on to stuff we don’t love, and the tools we can use to finally feel free. We Cover: How perfectionism and people pleasing show up in your home, routines, and mindset The JADE method to stop over-explaining and reclaim your voice Why boundaries are a process, not a one-time fix How to recognize limiting beliefs and shift toward values-based goals Practical ways to declutter both your space and your mind for more balance and joy If you’ve ever felt like you “should” be able to handle it all on your own, this episode is the reminder that you don’t have to—and that freedom comes when you let go of the clutter, inside and out. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome & Deanna’s high achiever confession 00:42 Meet Kamini Wood 03:59 Common limiting beliefs holding women back 06:43 Balancing productivity with rest and self-care 08:12 Emotional awareness: feelings as data points 14:34 The “Next Thing” trap for high achievers 17:06 Creating calm vs. chasing Pinterest-perfect homes 23:08 Energy management and shifting values 26:17 Boundaries & the messy process of delegation 27:08 The lasagna story: letting go of perfection 28:45 Radical acceptance in everyday life 31:04 Parenting, modeling, and breaking old patterns 33:03 Repairing relationships with self-awareness 36:23 People pleasing through clutter & gift guilt 42:25 One simple mental decluttering exercise 43:36 Rapid fire questions & closing thoughts **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    50 min
  6. Clutter Keeps You Lonely. Here's How to Declutter and Boost Your Social Life

    20 AOÛT

    Clutter Keeps You Lonely. Here's How to Declutter and Boost Your Social Life

    Clutter shouldn’t keep you from community. If you’ve ever said “maybe next month” because the house feels out of control, this one’s for you. Research shows more than half of people have canceled hosting due to the state of their home, and 73% hide parts of their house from guests. Today we make connection light, doable, and fun, without chasing perfection. Why clutter quietly shrinks your social world How home chaos drains energy and confidence (especially for busy moms) Simple, repeatable systems for playdates and low-pressure hangs Exactly what to declutter first so your place is “company-ready,” not showroom-ready Ideas that build community without burning you out 📌 Resources Mentioned: 52% canceled hosting due to the state of their home and 65% felt shame or embarrassment about it. A 2025 poll found 73% avoid showing guests parts of their home because of clutter. ~45% of Gen Z and millennials would feel embarrassed if someone saw their home as it is. Household chaos and crowding leads to higher parenting stress and weaker child social-emotional outcomes across incomes. Chaotic homes drain capacity for playdates and drop-ins. Full show notes: wannabeclutterfree.com/271 Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/ All Podcast Episodes: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/podcast Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review. Timestamps: 00:00 Cold open: when clutter cancels connection 01:03 Why clutter hurts your social life 02:06 The stats you need to hear (you’re not alone) 05:46 Real-life hurdles for busy families 09:02 Mindset reset: people over perfection 11:08 Systems that make hosting easy 19:09 Building Community Outside the Home 21:25 Creating Company Ready Zones 28:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Subscribe & Review: If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps me create more content to inspire and motivate you to live with less. Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    34 min
  7. Minimal-ish Made Simple: How to Declutter Without Losing Your Sanity with Desirae Endres

    13 AOÛT

    Minimal-ish Made Simple: How to Declutter Without Losing Your Sanity with Desirae Endres

    Teacher, mom of two, and Minimal-ish podcast host Desirae Endres shares how to embrace a clutter-free life without rigid rules. Discover small, realistic steps to simplify your home, schedule, and mental load—especially during busy seasons like back-to-school—so you can focus on what truly matters. **************** Resources Mentioned: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/270⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Desirae Endres ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Desirae's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Minimal-ish Podcast⁠⁠ Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** Back-to-school season is here, and if your calendar (and home) already feel overwhelmed, this conversation will be the deep breath you’ve been craving. Today I’m joined by Desirae Endres, a full-time teacher, mom of two girls, and host of the Minimal-ish podcast. Desirae’s approach to minimalism isn’t about rigid rules or picture-perfect rooms—it’s about making space for what truly matters, even in the middle of carpools, sports practices, and lesson plans. We cover: What “minimal-ish” really means (and why it’s more sustainable than extreme minimalism) How to simplify your home and schedule without adding stress Ways to manage kids’ toys, clothes, and paper clutter Letting go of perfectionism in decluttering How to protect your time and energy during busy seasons The surprising link between mental clutter and physical clutter If you’ve ever felt discouraged because minimalism seemed too strict or unrealistic for your family, this episode will show you a gentler, more flexible way forward. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 00:46 Meet Desirae Endres 02:21 Desirae’s Journey to Minimalism 06:30 Realistic Minimalism in a Busy Life 12:37 Managing Kids’ Toys & Clutter 18:36 Balancing Priorities & Letting Go 23:47 Navigating Different Parenting Stages 25:46 Minimalism with Joy & Spontaneity 30:56 Managing Mental & Emotional Clutter 35:59 Practical Tips for Decluttering 40:57 Rapid Fire Questions & Closing Thoughts **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min
  8. Make Your Life Happier: Small Habits for Big Joy with Gretchen Rubin

    6 AOÛT

    Make Your Life Happier: Small Habits for Big Joy with Gretchen Rubin

    Happiness starts at home and Gretchen Rubin’s here to prove it. The 7x best-selling author joins Deanna Yates to explore the connection between clutter and happiness, building habits that stick, and how knowing your personality can help you create a home that supports your well-being. It’s a practical and uplifting conversation for anyone ready to live lighter and happier. **************** Resources Mentioned (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra cost to you): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/266⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gretchen Rubin ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gretchen’s Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Podcast⁠ Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** Your home holds the key to your happiness and 7x best-selling author, Gretchen Rubin, is here to show us why. In this episode, host Deanna Yates talks with happiness expert Gretchen Rubin for a down-to-earth conversation about how the things in our homes affect how we feel, think, and live. They dive into the deeper connection between outer order and inner calm, why it’s not about having a perfect home but a supportive one, and how to create better habits using your own personality type, not someone else’s system. You’ll also hear about Gretchen’s Secrets of Adulthood, her fresh take on small wins, sensory delight, emotional clutter, and her favorite tip for dealing with all the little things kids bring home. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your stuff or unsure where to start, this episode will help you rethink how to create a home that truly supports your happiness. 🎧 This episode will help you discover: Why small shifts can have a big impact on your joy The link between clutter, clarity, and calm How to design habits that stick (based on your personality) Simple ways to make decluttering more doable How rediscovering yourself helps you create a space that feels like home Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome + Guest Overview 02:54 Gretchen shares what she’s currently learning about herself 04:38 How clutter influences happiness 08:47 Simple ways to create outer order 22:09 The Four Tendencies explained 31:49 Designing your space to support habits 33:00 Why convenience beats willpower 36:31 What are “Secrets of Adulthood”? 37:38 Emotional side of decluttering 46:48 Rediscovering joy in your quirks 56:54 Lightning round: habits, happiness, and favorite tips 59:29 Final takeaways + what to do next **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1 h 4 min

À propos

Are you ready to finally calm the overwhelm and create a home and life you actually enjoy? The Wannabe Clutter Free podcast is here to help you clear the clutter, simplify your routines, and find freedom in the life you’re building. I’m Deanna Yates, a busy mom who knows what it’s like to juggle family, career, and the never-ending piles of stuff. From selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler, to managing the daily chaos of running a home with a school-aged kid, I’ve learned that living with less isn’t about deprivation. It’s about creating more space, more peace, and more joy. Each week, I share real-life stories, simple decluttering strategies, and mindset shifts that make it easier to let go of what’s weighing you down. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who share practical tips and fresh perspectives on minimalism, home organization, intentional living, and building habits that last. If you’re tired of feeling buried in clutter and crave a home that feels calm, welcoming, and easy to manage, this show is for you. It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress, freedom, and finding space for what truly matters to you.

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