411: Decluttering That Sticks: 3 Mindset Changes for Lasting Impact // Erica Layne

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Jan 13, 2025

In this engaging discussion, Erica Layne, decluttering coach and author of "The Minimalist Way," shares invaluable insights for overwhelmed moms. She emphasizes practical mindset shifts to tackle clutter sustainably, rather than temporarily. Erica explains how sentiments tied to belongings can complicate decluttering, and offers tips for processing emotional attachments. Plus, she reveals how simplifying your space can ultimately create emotional clarity, enhancing your connection with family. Tune in for a transformative approach to a clutter-free life!

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Two-Part Decluttering Why

Understand your two-part "decluttering why": why you accumulate clutter and why you want to let it go.
Reflect on your upbringing and pivotal events that shaped your relationship with belongings.

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Erica's Decluttering Why

Erica Layne explains her personal motivation for decluttering stems from wanting more energy and presence for her family.
She prioritizes mental and emotional space, peace, and ease.

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Neutralize Clutter

Neutralize clutter by separating your self-worth from your belongings.
Instead of self-criticism, objectively describe the clutter.

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With the new year comes a new surge of energy for me to GET MY LIFE IN ORDER! My kids always laugh at me when I get these bursts of motivation because they never last. They roll their eyes and humor me as I declare plans to declutter our home and patiently wait for my resolve to fizzle.

Is this cycle familiar to you too? Well, if so, you’re in for a treat. I truly believe that with some mindset shifts and a deeper commitment to our WHY for decluttering our homes, this can be the year that decluttering actually sticks.

My guest today, Erica Layne from The Life on Purpose Movement, believes this too. On this week’s episode, Erica will share:

- The simple mindset shift that can make it easier to "get to work" when you're feeling overwhelmed by your messy house.

- What clutter does (and does NOT) say about you.

- The best way to approach decluttering with sentimental items.

Are you ready to start the decluttering process and follow through this time? Let’s do this! Plus, if you’re looking to dive deeper into mental decluttering, my Declutter Your Motherhood Course is currently $50 off through the end of January.

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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Announcements:

- Sign up for my Declutter Your Motherhood Course and get $50 off through the end of January! Use code NEWYEAR to get $50 off through January.

- Grab Erica’s worksheet: Digging Deep: A Worksheet to Help You Explore Your Relationship with Clutter So You Can Finally LET GO

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351: Is Your Messy House Getting You Down? // Carly Thornock

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