Before Breakfast Getting organized without the stress, with Dana K. White
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Feb 12, 2025 
Dana K. White, a decluttering expert and author renowned for her relatable approach to home organization, dives into the art of stress-free tidying. She shares her personal journey from feeling overwhelmed by clutter to mastering organization. Dana provides practical strategies like tackling trash first and taking quick daily actions for visible results. She emphasizes the importance of starting maintenance early and balancing faith with a clean home, making organizing a joyful rather than daunting task.
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The Two-Week Prep
- Dana K. White, a self-proclaimed non-naturally organized person, shares her decluttering journey.
- She initially struggled with maintaining order, needing two weeks to prepare for guests, involving hiding clutter and deep cleaning.
Visible Areas First
- Prioritize decluttering visible areas first for immediate visual progress and motivation boost.
- This contrasts with the common advice of starting with hidden spaces, which can be demotivating.
No Mess Decluttering
- Start decluttering by removing trash, then address easy items with established homes.
- This "no mess decluttering" process prevents creating a bigger mess.
