

Decluttering Hacks to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed | Clutterbug Podcast # 285
5 snips Aug 4, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed by mess? Discover the sneaky thief of decision fatigue and learn how clutter can drain your energy. Hear transformative stories about simplifying spaces to reclaim mental clarity. Get practical hacks like the ‘Yes/No Decluttering’ strategy and the 10-second Doom Box rule to tackle clutter efficiently. Understand the cognitive overload caused by constant choices and how to establish routines that boost productivity. It’s time to break free from guilt and overthinking to find joy in organization!
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Cas's Morning Decluttering Story
- Cas shares how mornings were chaotic with multiple toothbrushes, mismatched socks, and too many choices.
- After decluttering, she saves at least 30 minutes daily by simplifying decisions and options in her morning routine.
Clutter Amplifies Decision Fatigue
- More stuff equals more decisions and drains brainpower causing decision fatigue.
- Cluttered homes can add thousands of unnecessary daily decisions before breakfast alone.
Target and Simplify Hotspots
- Focus decluttering on one "decision fatigue hotspot" causing daily friction in your home.
- Use just trash bags and donation boxes to quickly remove items you wouldn't pick first to save mental energy.