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Creating Space for Your Next Chapter: Downsizing Without Regret | Donna Barwald

Downsizing is rarely about the stuff.

For many women, it's about deciding what still fits, what no longer serves them, and how to create space for the life they want next. Professional organizer and author Donna Barwald joins Agnes to talk about decluttering, moving, family treasures, storage units, memories, and why your home should reflect who you are today—not who you used to be.

In This Episode:

  • Why downsizing is really about lifestyle, not possessions
  • The emotional side of letting go
  • What to do when your children don't want your treasures
  • How clutter affects stress, focus, and decision-making
  • Simple ways to start decluttering today
  • Creating a home that supports your next chapter

Sometimes creating space isn't about having less—it's about making room for more of what matters now.

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