Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos Deanna Yates | Professional Organizer, Decluttering Coach, Wannabe Minimalist

In this episode, Deanna explores a rich discussion with insights and practical strategies to declutter your home and mind as we move through different life stages with Grace Rehman. Discover how to unlock joy and serenity as you embark on a journey towards a happier, more organized life, filled with newfound clarity and inner peace.
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In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, the host, Deanna Yates, interviews Grace Rehman, a seasoned professional declutterer from Stockton, California. Grace brings her insightful journey and expertise to the forefront, offering practical guidance and heartfelt reflections on simplifying life's chapters.
This episode provides practical tips for starting the decluttering process and reducing possessions. They discuss strategies for tackling common decluttering challenges such as sentimental attachments and dealing with paper clutter. The conversation also emphasizes how decluttering can lead to personal growth and open doors to new opportunities. Letting go of physical clutter creates mental space, allowing individuals to gain clarity and purpose, which in turn fosters personal development and self-discovery.
This episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast will help you discover:

Find practical tips to start decluttering and simplify your stuff.

Learn strategies to overcome cluttering challenges, like sentimental attachments and paper clutter.

Discover how decluttering can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.

Get guidance on managing family dynamics and helping older relatives declutter.

Embrace mindset shifts for successful decluttering and welcome change for a fresh start.


About Grace Rehman
Grace Rehman is a professional declutterer and organizer based in Stockton, CA. She specializes in helping people clear away decades of accumulation so that they can have a more simplified and peaceful home environment. She believes that letting go of things you no longer need, use or love makes room for more possibilities. When she is not helping clients, she is hanging out with her husband and almost 6-year-old son, Zayn.
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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 or via email. Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier.
Thank you for joining us, and remember, it’s about progress, not perfection. Here’s to a more organized and less stressful life!
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Discover how to tackle digital clutter with Amanda Jefferson and Deanna Yates in Episode 206 of the Wannabe Clutter Free Podcast. Learn effective strategies for managing emails, photos, and tech overwhelm to reclaim productivity and enjoy a decluttered digital space. Tune in now to start your journey towards a clutter-free digital life.
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Do you struggle with digital clutter? If your desktop is a mess, your phone’s running out of space, and you’re not storing your passwords safely, this episode is for you!
In episode 206 of the 'Wannabe Clutter Free' podcast, host Deanna Yates interviews Amanda Jefferson, a professional digital organizer, about tackling digital clutter.
Amanda discusses the significant impact digital clutter can have on our lives and offers practical tools and strategies for managing emails, passwords, files, and more.
The episode also covers Amanda's journey from a corporate career to becoming a KonMari consultant and starting her own organizing business, Indigo Organizing. Listeners gain insights into reducing digital friction and maintaining a clutter-free digital space. Deanna also shares her personal experience with accidentally deleting her email archive and finding freedom from clutter.
This episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast will help you discover:

What digital decluttering is and what it isn’t

Where to start decluttering your digital life if you are overwhelmed

The most common forms of digital clutter and how to overcome them

Strategies for maintaining a decluttered digital space


About Amanda Jefferson
After 20 years of trying to keep up with the “shoulds,” Amanda left it all behind to help others let go of what’s not serving them. She's the owner of Indigo Organizing, the creator of the Done-With-You Digital Organizing coaching program, and one of the world's first KonMari consultants. A TEDx speaker and co-host of the Good Enough-Ish podcast, Amanda has been featured in Real Simple, Harpers Bazaar, the Wall Street Journal, and Better Homes & Garden, among others.
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And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!
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Thank you for joining us, and remember, it’s about progress, not perfection. Here’s to a more organized and less stressful life!
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Deanna Yates announces her free summit: Chaos to Calm: Capsule Wardrobe Edition and shares her journey into capsule wardrobes, discussing the benefits of a curated wardrobe, and the 5 steps to create a capsule wardrobe that works for you. 
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Have you ever tried to create a capsule wardrobe? Maybe you’ve heard of them and been curious, but too afraid of pairing down.
In this episode Deanna Yates dives into the world of capsule wardrobes. She announces a free summit she is hosting, featuring experts from professional stylists to minimalists, aimed at helping listeners build their own capsule wardrobes.
Deanna walks through how and why she started dressing with a capsule wardrobe, highlighting the holistic benefits setting up your closet this way, from dressing better and feeling more confident to simplifying decision-making and decluttering one's life.
She shares her personal journey towards adopting a capsule wardrobe, including an embarrassing moment that sparked her interest in dressing more intentionally.
The episode provides a comprehensive guide on creating a capsule wardrobe, covering steps such as assessing one's lifestyle, decluttering the current wardrobe, choosing a color palette, selecting core pieces, and making seasonal adjustments.
Additionally, the episode explores the benefits of capsule wardrobes, including time and cost savings, space efficiency, and environmental impact. Deanna also shares details of her own upcoming travel capsule wardrobe, emphasizing quality, sustainability, and the mix-and-match philosophy.
Listeners are invited to join the upcoming summit for deeper discussions and to share their capsule wardrobe experiences.
This episode will also help you discover:

The 5 steps of creating a personalized capsule wardrobe

Where decluttering fits in your capsule wardrobe journey

How a capsule wardrobe benefits busy moms

Ways dressing better makes you feel better

Why more choice in our closets actually makes us less happy


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In episode 204, Deanna discusses the transformative journey of Empowering Mothers: Overcoming 'Supermom' Ideals, Rediscovering Personal Passions, and Balancing Family Life. Through a fun conversation with licensed therapist and life coach Onnie Michalsky, they delve into the complexities of silencing our inner critics and navigating the pressures of modern motherhood.
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In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, the host, Deanna Yates, interviews Onnie Michalsky. They delve into themes such as silencing one's inner critic, rediscovering personal passions beyond motherhood, and fostering children's interests.
Onnie Michalsky is a licensed therapist, life coach, and devoted mother of six. Her passion lies in inspiring high-performance women who have lost their sense of self amidst the demands of motherhood. As the founder of Moms Without Capes, Onnie's mission is to help moms get themselves on their own to-do list so that they can get back in touch with who they are beyond a mom.
On this episode Onnie shares her journey of overcoming the 'Supermom' identity and founding 'Moms Without Capes' to encourage mothers to prioritize themselves.
They explore practical tips on simplifying life, setting achievable goals, and the importance of self-awareness and reflection for personal growth. The episode provides insights into balancing familial responsibilities with personal aspirations, encouraging mothers to reclaim their identity and live a fulfilling life.
Key Takeaways:

Strategies for silencing your inner critic and overcoming the 'Supermom' identity.

Ways to rediscover personal passions and interests beyond the role of motherhood.

Practical tips for simplifying life and setting achievable goals amidst familial responsibilities.

The importance of self-awareness and reflection in fostering personal growth and fulfillment.

Insights on balancing family commitments with pursuing individual aspirations and reclaiming your identity.


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And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!
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Discover how to navigate the Emotional Cycle of Change in decluttering your home. Learn practical tips for each stage to effectively organize your home and manage stress. Join Deanna Yates for transformative insights!
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Have you ever set a goal with lots of excitement only to quickly lose that momentum once you started to work on that goal?
You are not alone!
And the Emotional Cycle of Change is a big reason we quit on our goals before we complete them.
We’re diving into the Emotional Cycle of Change, a powerful model developed in the mid-1970s by Don Kelley and Daryl Conner on episode 203. We'll explore how this model can guide busy moms through the emotional ups and downs of decluttering and organizing their homes.
Whether you’re just starting or are stuck in the middle, understanding these emotional stages can help you manage your space—and your stress—more effectively.
This episode will also help you discover:

The 5 stages of the Emotional Cycle of Change

Why change is so difficult

How to stop quitting your goals

Ways to make decluttering easier

Tips for moving through the hardest part of change


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Are you subscribed to the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those.
And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!
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In this episode, Deanna Yates and guest Stephen Johnston discuss the transformative power of decluttering during adversity. Explore how Stephen turned challenges into a positive by founding Race Against Blindness, and the role of decluttering in creating meaningful memories.
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Key Takeaways:

The transformative power of turning adversity into positive action

Practical strategies for overcoming challenges through decluttering

Insights into managing priorities and setting boundaries amidst adversity

The significance of creating lasting memories and finding joy in the face of adversity


Episode Highlights:

00:00 Welcome to the Clutter-Free Journey

00:10 Facing Adversity with Stephen Johnston

00:10 The Power of Community Support

01:47 Stephen's Mission: A Race Against Blindness

10:47 The Adventure Van: Embracing Life's Journey

16:45 Minimalism on the Road: The Van Life Experience

19:10 Reentry: Adjusting Back to 'Normal' Life

21:04 Mental Decluttering: Prioritizing What Matters

23:40 Mastering Prioritization and Saying No

26:13 The Power of Modeling Behavior for Children

27:12 Balancing Strength and Vulnerability as a Parent

30:15 The Mission of A Race Against Blindness

39:15 The Challenges and Triumphs of Fundraising

42:58 Rapid Fire Questions: Insights and Aspirations


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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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Are you subscribed to the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those.
And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!
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