Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos
Deanna Yates | Professional Organizer, Decluttering Coach, Wannabe Minimalist
271 episodes
1 day ago
Ready to stop the overwhelm and start enjoying your life more? This podcast will help you declutter the piles of stuff, organize the things you want to keep, and learn to let go of the rest with positive mindsets and encouragement.
As a busy mom who's been there, done that, I share stories of the crazy - like selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler to the mundane - like having to run a home now that our kiddo's in school. Living with less is not about deprivation - just the opposite! Decluttering can open you up for a life of freedom you never knew was possible.
And you won’t hear it just from me - there are amazing guests too! It’s practical, doable, and simple for those of us that wannabe clutter free.
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Ready to stop the overwhelm and start enjoying your life more? This podcast will help you declutter the piles of stuff, organize the things you want to keep, and learn to let go of the rest with positive mindsets and encouragement.
As a busy mom who's been there, done that, I share stories of the crazy - like selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler to the mundane - like having to run a home now that our kiddo's in school. Living with less is not about deprivation - just the opposite! Decluttering can open you up for a life of freedom you never knew was possible.
And you won’t hear it just from me - there are amazing guests too! It’s practical, doable, and simple for those of us that wannabe clutter free.
Clutter Keeps You Lonely. Here's How to Declutter and Boost Your Social Life (Wannabe Clutter Free Ep 271)
Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos
34 minutes
1 day ago
Clutter Keeps You Lonely. Here's How to Declutter and Boost Your Social Life (Wannabe Clutter Free Ep 271)
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.
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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
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Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos
Ready to stop the overwhelm and start enjoying your life more? This podcast will help you declutter the piles of stuff, organize the things you want to keep, and learn to let go of the rest with positive mindsets and encouragement.
As a busy mom who's been there, done that, I share stories of the crazy - like selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler to the mundane - like having to run a home now that our kiddo's in school. Living with less is not about deprivation - just the opposite! Decluttering can open you up for a life of freedom you never knew was possible.
And you won’t hear it just from me - there are amazing guests too! It’s practical, doable, and simple for those of us that wannabe clutter free.
