Japanese Organizing that WORKS (Even With ADHD) | Clutterbug Podcast #317
March 16, 2026
Organizing success, especially for those with ADHD, relies on consistent, tiny micro-improvements (Kaizen) rather than overwhelming, all-or-nothing methods like pulling everything out.
I Stopped Rescuing Everyone . . . and My House Got Better | Clutterbug Podcast #316
March 9, 2026
The feeling that "it's easier if I do it myself" is often people-pleasing in disguise, leading to resentment and burnout because you become the sole functioning system in the home.
Decluttering And Death: Cleaning Out My Grandma's Condo (What No One Tells You) | Clutterbug Podcast #315
March 2, 2026
Decluttering a loved one's home is exponentially harder than regular decluttering due to the paralyzing combination of grief, decision fatigue, and the lack of known stories behind the items.
Declutter to Fit the Life You Want (Tough Love with Peter Walsh) | Clutterbug Podcast #314
February 23, 2026
Clutter is seldom about the physical stuff; it is fundamentally about underlying emotional issues like fear, loss, abandonment, or grief.
End Arguments Over Housework: Decluttering Systems that Reduce Resentment | Clutterbug Podcast #313
February 16, 2026
Conflict over housework is often not about the chore itself, but about unmet underlying emotional needs like respect, validation, and feeling like a team.
How Owning LESS Means Loving MORE | Clutterbug Podcast #312
February 9, 2026
Minimalism is defined as the intentional promotion of what you most value by getting rid of anything that distracts from it, which can apply beyond physical possessions to time and money.
Declutter, Decorate, and Design Your Dream Life | Clutterbug Podcast #311
February 2, 2026
Having control over your home has a powerful, positive effect on every other aspect of your life, linking home organization/design directly to self-worth and overall well-being.
It's NOT Laziness. Perfectionism is Keeping You Stuck. | Clutterbug Podcast #310
January 26, 2026
The primary roadblock preventing people from decluttering is not laziness, but the fear of making a mistake, which is rooted in perfectionism.
The Real Reason You Have No Energy - and How to Fix It (Tonight) | Clutterbug Podcast #309
January 19, 2026
Chronotypes (Lion, Bear, Wolf, Dolphin) are genetically determined patterns that dictate optimal scheduling for activities, including sleep, and working against them leads to reduced productivity and energy.
Your Worth Isn’t Productivity: Burnout, Boundaries, and the Good-Enough (Amazing) Life | Clutterbug Podcast #308
January 12, 2026
Your worth is not inherently tied to your productivity, and giving yourself permission to achieve 'good enough' progress is a powerful mental health tool, especially for perfectionists.
Declutter Like a Boss: Set Rules, Get Organized, Feel Lighter | Clutterbug Podcast #307
January 5, 2026
Real change sticks by focusing on one small, doable decision and repeating it, rather than creating a giant, unrealistic annual plan.
46 Life Lessons: Decluttering, Mindset, Money, and Peace (for my birthday!) | Clutterbug Podcast #306
December 29, 2025
The host, celebrating her 46th birthday, shares 46 life lessons covering decluttering, mindset, money, and peace, emphasizing that consistent small steps are more effective than dramatic overhauls.
Unpacking Life: Organizing for All of Its Phases | Clutterbug Podcast #305
December 22, 2025
Your home must evolve as a living organism to match your current season of life, otherwise you risk feeling stuck living in the past.
This is Costing You Cash and Causing Clutter: Take Back Your Calm | Clutterbug Podcast #304
December 15, 2025
A chaotic home and a leaking bank account are often connected through the cycle of overconsumption and clutter.
How to Stop Negative Self-Talk and Find Calm Fast | Podcast #303
December 8, 2025
Negative thought patterns, such as victim mentality and catastrophizing, are often unconscious but severely limit motivation and prevent taking action to improve circumstances.
Perfection is a Trap: Save Time and Energy with These Simple Shortcuts | Clutterbug Podcast # 302
December 1, 2025
Embracing 'average' or 'good enough' in non-critical areas frees up time and energy for what truly matters, as perfection is a trap that leads to burnout.
The Path of Flow: Decluttering, Routines & Hacks That Fit YOUR Brain | Clutterbug Podcast # 301
November 24, 2025
The core concept of the "Path of Flow" is embracing your natural tendencies and adapting your surroundings and workflow to complement them, rather than forcing yourself to live life on hard mode.
Celebrating 300 Episodes: The Tough-Love You Didn’t Know You Needed | Clutterbug Podcast # 300
November 17, 2025
Consistent, small actions, like five-minute bursts of decluttering, lead to significant, long-lasting results, especially for those with chronic illness or low energy.
The Real Cost of Storage: How Your Clutter Is Stealing Your Money and Space | Clutterbug Podcast # 299
November 10, 2025
The true financial value recovered from decluttering storage comes from eliminating monthly fees and reclaiming valuable home square footage, not from finding hidden treasures.
Time Anxiety Explained with Chris Guillebeau | Clutterbug Podcast # 298
November 3, 2025
Time anxiety is distinct from time blindness (being chronically late) and is defined by the distress caused by the feeling that time is running out and struggling with competing priorities.
It’s Tough Love Declutter Time - Grab a Trash Bag | Clutterbug Podcast # 297
October 27, 2025
The core message of this episode of the Clutterbug podcast, "It’s Tough Love Declutter Time - Grab a Trash Bag | Clutterbug Podcast # 297," is to adopt a ruthless, tough-love mindset and direct anger at the 'stuff' stealing space, time, and self-worth, rather than blaming oneself for the mess.
The Unexpected Christmas Trend Everyone’s Talking About (And How to Get It!) | Clutterbug Podcast # 296
October 20, 2025
The dominant holiday trend, dubbed "Grandma's Christmas" or "Nona Holiday," emphasizes warmth, nostalgia, handmade decor, and personal style over cookie-cutter minimalism.
Why You’re Still Drained — and How to Get Your Energy Back with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith | Clutterbug Podcast # 295
October 13, 2025
True productivity and happiness stem from getting real rest, which goes beyond just sleep, as identified by the seven types of rest developed by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.
The Wheel of Decluttering: A Fun Way to Finally Let Go with Abigail Roe | Clutterbug Podcast # 294
October 6, 2025
Decluttering can be approached with logic, formulas, and checklists, as demonstrated by guest Abigail Roe, to reduce overthinking and emotional barriers.
How to Become the Person You Want to Be with Mimi Bouchard | Clutterbug Podcast # 293
September 29, 2025
Transformation is achieved through a two-step formula: gaining clarity on your future self's vision and then actively 'becoming' that version of yourself in everyday moments.
The Emotional Reason You’re Holding On to Too Much Stuff | Clutterbug Podcast # 292
September 22, 2025
Our attachment styles to people directly influence our attachment to inanimate objects, with insecure styles (anxious, avoidant, disorganized) often leading to hoarding or difficulty decluttering as possessions provide comfort and a sense of connection in the absence of secure human relationships.
Why Organization Beats Design Every Time with Carrie Locklyn | Clutterbug Podcast # 291
September 15, 2025
True home organization is a fundamental life skill that enables functionality and workflow, serving as the foundation for a beautiful and well-lived-in space, rather than just aesthetics.