A Slob Comes Clean 467: Too Cluttered to Take it There Now, Decluttering Journals, and Guiding Multiple People Through the 5 Steps
Jul 17, 2025
Dive into effective decluttering techniques with a focus on the five-step system and the importance of journaling. Discover how to navigate overwhelming clutter, differentiate between trash and treasures, and set personal clutter thresholds. Learn to manage emotional baggage tied to old journals while applying the 'container concept.' Tune in for personalized strategies, like the 'five-minute pickup,' and find community support to tackle clutter together. Transform your space and mindset, one step at a time!
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Start With Trash And Dead Donations
- When clutter is waist-high, prioritize function and remove items that must leave the house.
- Start by collecting trash and obvious donations to reduce volume quickly.
Use The 'Where Would I Look' Question
- If you struggle to identify trash, pick each item and ask, 'If I needed this, where would I look first?'
- Use that question to reveal true trash versus keepers and move items closer to their home.
Let The Container Decide What Stays
- Use the container concept to decide what fits and trust your instinct about what stays.
- Ask if an item is worth reducing what already occupies the container, then choose the thing you value most.
