A Slob Comes Clean 319: Working Together When Your Clutter Thresholds are Different Podcast
Jan 6, 2022
The hosts tackle the challenges of preparing for a new baby while managing different clutter thresholds in relationships. They share tips on fostering kids' independence in decluttering and assigning chores. Listeners learn effective strategies for meal preparation, including incorporating frozen ingredients. The importance of communication and compromise to maintain harmony in shared living spaces is emphasized, alongside practical techniques like the five-minute pickup to help manage household tasks during life's transitions.
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Adjusting to More Kids in Small Space
- Laurelin shared her family life adjusting from two to four kids in a small house after moving from NYC apartments.
- She described how the house feels tight, especially with a galley kitchen and more children than expected.
Start with Doing the Dishes
- Starting with doing the dishes can transform home management and create visible progress.
- Washing all dishes, even those that don't fit the dishwasher, helps keep kitchen clutter under control.
Use Five-Minute Pickups
- Implement five-minute pickups regularly to control visible clutter and prevent mess from piling up.
- Prioritize visible areas first for decluttering to get encouragement and participation from others.
