Topics discussed include: utilizing storage space in the basement, establishing a better system in the home office, strategies for decluttering storage units and office spaces, creating designated spaces for belongings, and the challenges of letting go of items
Setting clear timelines and boundaries can encourage action and help adult children declutter their belongings.
Using binders, folders, and the 'take it there now' strategy can be effective in managing paper clutter and finding appropriate storage solutions.
Deep dives
Clearing out the basement and helping adult children with their belongings
One of the main challenges discussed in the podcast episode is clearing out the basement and helping the adult children with their belongings. The speaker shares her experiences of wanting to sell her house and the obstacles she faced as her children's belongings were intermingled in the basement. She discusses potential strategies for getting her children to declutter and move their belongings, such as creating designated storage spaces using empty totes and giving them a visual representation of their storage limits. The speaker emphasizes the importance of setting clear timelines and boundaries to encourage action.
Managing paper clutter and finding appropriate storage solutions
Another key topic in the podcast episode is managing paper clutter and finding appropriate storage solutions. The speaker shares her own struggles with paperwork, including accounting records and personal documents. She discusses the importance of the 'take it there now' strategy and using binders and folders to declutter paper. Additionally, the speaker seeks advice on organizing her office space and finding practical storage solutions for different categories of items.
Dealing with sentimental items: awards and vintage clothing
The episode also delves into the challenge of letting go of sentimental items. The speaker talks about her own sentimental items, such as awards and vintage clothing, and the difficulty she faces in parting with them. She explores options such as selling them for scrap or donating them to fans who would appreciate them more. The speaker also highlights the role of research and market value in making informed decisions about sentimental items.
Organizing a play area for a granddaughter
The podcast episode touches on organizing a play area for the speaker's granddaughter. The speaker mentions having a casual sitting room where her granddaughter can play and the need for storage solutions for the toys and books. She considers repurposing existing furniture, like a wicker storage unit, and creating designated storage areas within the room to keep the play area tidy and enjoyable for her granddaughter.
In this episode, we discuss: Using storage space in the basement well. Establishing a better system in her home office helping family members without letting their stuff take over Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Sponsors: Visit Carawayhome.com/CLEAN to take advantage […]