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   27 Apr 2026 · 45 min

   Self Care is a Scam! | Clutterbug Podcast #323

   Hey Clutterbug! Still exhausted even after self-care? That's because it's a scam! If you're feeling frustrated, tired, lonely, and in over your head with housework, I've got you. We’ve all heard: “Put your own oxygen mask on first.” In an emergency, yes—absolutely. But when that metaphor becomes your whole approach to life, it can quietly teach you that survival is a solo sport. If you’re overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and trying to do everything alone, this conversation will help you build healthier boundaries and stronger support systems—without guilt. Today we’re unpacking the two…

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   20 Apr 2026 · 51 min

   Why You Keep Buying Stuff: The Reward Behind Thrifting, Yard Sales, and Impulse Buys | Clutterbug Podcast #322

   Hey Clutterbugs! Decluttering, overconsumption, and dopamine: why getting stuff for free, thrifting, dumpster diving, yard sales, and “treat yourself” shopping can feel addictive. Today, we’re talking about controlling the clutter we bring into our home. If you’re stuck in the thrill of the hunt, impulse buying, or accepting hand-me-downs you don’t need, this episode breaks down the brain science and the emotional triggers behind clutter. I’m sharing my ABCs of Clutter—the 3 ways clutter enters your home: Acquiring (free stuff), Buying (shopping for a dopamine hit), and Consenting (letting…

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   E321 · 13 Apr 2026 · 57 min

   Late to Your Life? You Need Less Friction | Clutterbug Podcast #321

   Hey Clutterbugs! I fall off my routines hard, and in this episode I’m getting real about why I can’t follow through . . . and how to fix it. If you’re trying to stop procrastinating, get organized, and actually stick to habits, this conversation will change how you start your day. I’m joined by Amy Landino (author of Good Morning, Good Life) to talk about morning routines, sleep, motivation, accountability, and follow-through, especially when you know what to do but keep renegotiating the deal with yourself. We dig into how friction derails not just your mornings but your days, and how to…

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   6 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

   Keep Your Home Clean & Tidy 24/7 with this ONE SECRET! | Clutterbug Podcast #320

   Decluttering, organizing, and building habits that stick — today I’m talking with Gretchen Rubin (author of The Happiness Project and The Four Tendencies) about why clutter keeps coming back, how to finally follow through, and how to get your home under control for good. If you struggle to start, procrastinate, or can’t maintain a tidy house, this episode will change how you see your expectations, yourself, and the systems you use. Gretchen Rubin is one of my biggest heroes. Her work changed my life when I was drowning, and in this conversation we go deep on the ideas that help you actually…

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   E319 · 30 Mar 2026 · 48 min

   Why Clutter Helps (and What to Do About It) | Clutterbug Podcast #319

   Hey Clutterbugs! Today, I’m breaking down how your clutter is HELPING you. It's why clutter keeps coming back and why you feel stuck organizing (on top of ADHD, burnout, perfectionism, and overwhelm). If you’ve tried every organizing system and still can’t keep up, this episode will help you understand what your clutter is doing for you (other than making you feel bad about yourself).In this episode, I’m diving into teleology (don’t worry, you can forget the word after, and I can’t pronounce it either), which is just a fancy way of asking: What purpose is this mess serving right now? Because…

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   E317 · 16 Mar 2026 · 47 min

   Japanese Organizing that WORKS (Even With ADHD) | Clutterbug Podcast #317

   Hey Clutterbugs! Let’s stop making piles and use tiny 1% changes to organize our homes without overwhelm. In this podcast, we’re using Japanese organizing ideas (Kaizen, 5S, Wabi-Sabi, “Mottainai”) to declutter, build simple systems, and keep the house tidy longer. And we’re doing this together (not in a “make 47 piles and cry about it for 60 days” way). This is a mini‑challenge episode where you make tiny micro improvements while you listen . . . and end the podcast feeling weirdly proud of yourself.We’re talking:Kaizen: small steps that actually add up (especially for ADHD brains)Why…

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   9 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

   I Stopped Rescuing Everyone . . . and My House Got Better | Clutterbug Podcast #316

   Hey Clutterbugs! People pleasing, mental load, and mom burnout are a direct route to clutter, resentment, and overwhelm. If you feel like you do everything (cleaning, chores, meals, schedules, emotional labor), I’m going to show you how to stop over-functioning so your kids and partner finally step up.Today, I’m talking with JoAnn Crohn (No Guilt Mom) about boundaries, emotional regulation, and why “it’s easier if I do it myself” is a little lie we tell ourselves.I also break down what people-pleasing looks like inside a home (rescuing, perfectionism, avoiding “nagging”), what it leads to,…

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   E315 · 2 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

   Decluttering And Death: Cleaning Out My Grandma's Condo (What No One Tells You) | Clutterbug Podcast #315

   Hey Clutterbugs! Decluttering after death, estate clean out reality, and how to deal with inherited clutter . . . today I’m sharing what it was really like to clear out my grandmother’s condo. But this matters before you find yourself in the situation I did too: the same “what’s important vs what’s just stuff?” problem is why our homes get cluttered, our decision fatigue skyrockets, and letting go feels impossible. Two years after my grandma passed, we did the final clear-out, and the shocking part was this: we didn’t know what mattered because we didn’t know the stories. Everything just…

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   E314 · 23 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

   Declutter to Fit the Life You Want (Tough Love with Peter Walsh) | Clutterbug Podcast #314

   Decluttering, home organization, and clutter psychology—organizing expert (and MY HERO!) Peter Walsh (Clean Sweep, Space Invaders) joins me to talk about why clutter isn’t about the stuff and how overconsumption keeps our homes overwhelmed. If you’re stuck in perfectionism, struggling with the mental load, or feeling guilt about waste and donations, this episode will help you declutter with clarity and confidence. AND I tried to only fan girl a little bit!Peter shares what he’s learned after 20+ years of helping people and opening over 10,000 boxes of clutter on Space Invaders, including why…

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    E313 · 16 Feb 2026 · 50 min

    End Arguments Over Housework: Decluttering Systems that Reduce Resentment | Clutterbug Podcast #313

    Hey Clutterbugs! Decluttering your home, reducing the mental load, and stopping fights about housework starts with better home organization systems and clearer communication. In today’s episode, I’m sharing practical decluttering tips, family organizing systems, and relationship communication tools to reduce resentment, so that you don’t need a “perfect” house, just one that supports you. Ever thought, “Why am I the only one who notices the mess?” This episode is for you. I’m breaking down the truth nobody says out loud: your home setup is often half the problem, and the other half is the…