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*TOP 1% PODCAST FOR MOMS* I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Hey there, mama. Are you tired of all the STUFF crowding your home, calendar, and mind? Do you wish you could say goodbye to the endless to-do list running around in your head, while you’re running around in the middle of the mess? Want to declutter but don’t know where to start? Are your dreams buried under piles of toys and laundry? Welcome to Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where you will find proven and practical ...
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Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos

Deanna Yates | Professional Organizer, Decluttering Coach, Wannabe Minimalist

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Ready to stop the overwhelm and start enjoying your life more? This podcast will help you declutter the piles of stuff, organize the things you want to keep, and learn to let go of the rest with positive mindsets and encouragement. As a busy mom who's been there, done that, I share stories of the crazy - like selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler to the mundane - like having to run a home now that our kiddo's in school. Living with less is not about deprivation - just the o ...
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Do you often find yourself with the case of the "Sunday scaries"? Intentional weekend routines are a great way to take back control of your time and go into the upcoming week with confidence! In today's episode, Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast is back for a discussion about her favorite weekend routines to help her prepare! As a prof…
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In this episode, Deanna Yates and guest Stephen Johnston discuss the transformative power of decluttering during adversity. Explore how Stephen turned challenges into a positive by founding Race Against Blindness, and the role of decluttering in creating meaningful memories. **************** Resources Mentioned (some may be affiliate links - thanks…
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If you are tired of the chaos and want to start decluttering, but are too exhausted to start, these mindset shifts will propel you to action. Leave your excuses behind and grab that notebook and pen - it’s time to clear the clutter! Resources Mentioned: The Living on Less Collection is a curated collection is packed with valuable resources to help …
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If you can’t see the screen saver on your desktop because your digital files are out of control and you are drowning in e-mails that keep on coming, today’s episode is for you! Deanna Yates, host of the popular podcast Wannabe Clutter Free is guiding us through how she sets up her “virtual filing cabinet” for digital files as well as sharing some t…
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Discover how play shapes child development in our podcast, where we explore balancing fun and organizing toys to minimize clutter. Learn about the benefits of play for skills growth, the downsides of too much screen time, and effective strategies for creating a learning-friendly environment at home. We also discuss tips for playful learning, the be…
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The invisible mental load of motherhood are all the things we carry - planning, inventory, appointments, finances, projects, and more. We constantly feel like something is falling through the cracks because of all we are managing. So how can we declutter the crushing mental load? Today I’m sharing my 5-step system to help you declutter the mental c…
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If your closet is overflowing with clothes with the tags still on, shopping overwhelms you because you don’t know what colors look best, or you struggle with impulse purchasing rather than intentionally selecting the clothes that work best for you in your current season - today’s episode is for you! Because shopping - and decluttering - “color firs…
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Join Deanna Yates as she explores a decade-long journey of decluttering and embracing minimalism. Discover valuable insights on living with less, the impact of mindset shifts, and how adapting to life's changes—like traveling and raising a family—can enhance and enrich a minimalist lifestyle. **************** Links in this episode (some may be affi…
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These 5 bins keep my home clutter-free as they help with the inflow - and outflow - of stuff. You don’t need to plan a trip to the Container Store - you probably have bins you can use at home! Let’s dive in! Resources Mentioned: Sign up for the Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms weekly newsletter Check out these stackable paper tr…
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Are you constantly sacrificing your own needs for others? Do you feel depleted, but aren’t sure how to get to the root of your own needs? In today’s episode, Teresa Wiedrick from The Homeschool Mama Self-Care Podcast is helping us develop effective self-care boundaries so that we can nurture the nurturer. Teresa Wiedrick helps the dissatisfied, ove…
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Join Deanna Yates and Emily McDermott as they reveal the transformative power of minimalism and decluttering. Discover practical tips and scientific insights to help you see your clutter in new light, tackle the mental hurdles of letting go, and begin your journey with easy decluttering steps. Uncover the simplicity and power of a minimalist lifest…
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Spring is the perfect time to declutter our homes - and also our heads and hearts! In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 things I’m decluttering from my head and heart to live lighter! Resources Mentioned: My recent Becoming Minimalist article - Minimalism’s Missing Piece Related Episodes: Episode 110: The Connection Between Simplicity, Self-Worth, and…
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How can we embrace “and land” by letting go of either/or thinking, ditching unrealistic expectations and opting out of mom guilt? Stephanie O’Dea, slow living enthusiast is here to help, reminding us to Simply Look Only Within. Stephanie is a New York Times best selling author and the host of the Slow Living Podcast. She helps busy people live the …
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Do you find yourself more tired and overwhelmed as day wears on? Decision fatigue may be the reason why. In this episode, host, Deanna Yates delves into the topics of decision fatigue and the impact of clutter on our daily lives, offering practical advice and strategies to help you regain control and reduce stress. She emphasizes the importance of …
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Your simple 6-step decluttering plan for spring is here! The S.P.R.I.N.G. plan will help you effectively declutter your home in small pockets of time. Happy decluttering! Resources Mentioned: GreenDrop PickUp Please Salvation Army Pickup Habitat for Humanity Pickup 4 Steps to Decluttering Your Home More Effectively Related Episodes: Episode 48: The…
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As you embark on your decluttering and simplifying journey, you start to ask yourself questions such as: What am I making space for? What dreams have been buried in the stuff and chaos around me? Where do I find my self-worth as a mom and woman? Is it in the roles that I play and the things I own, or something deeper? When we start simplifying and …
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Join host Deanna Yates in this enlightening episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast as she chats with Dr. Christine Koh, a former music and brain scientist turned minimalist parenting advocate. They dive deep into the transformative world of minimalism, discussing the journey of decluttering, the power of micro decluttering, and how minimalism …
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Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to refresh our routines! In the first episode of our four-part Spring Decluttering Series, I’m taking you through 4 steps to help you get your routines ready for this new season! Resources Mentioned (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included): Systemize Your Life System Weekly or Hourly Thriving in Motherhood…
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Does the thought of decluttering your closet overwhelm you? Do you have NO idea where to start? Do you have a ton of clothes that fit you 3 years, 10 pounds, and 2 kids ago but can’t bear to let them go? Today’s episode is for you! My friend and professional organizer Emily Conley (otherwise known as the Minimal-ish Mama is sharing the steps you ne…
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In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, host Deanna Yates discusses the transformative power of small actions and the importance of incorporating tiny habits into daily routines to declutter your home, clear your mind, and change your life. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra …
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I promise you, no matter what you have going on in your life, you do have time to declutter. By answering these four questions, you can overcome the roadblocks preventing you from pursuing a more peaceful, clutter-free life. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included): Article about Big Rocks The Seven Habits of Highl…
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Are you easily triggered by your kids? Do you struggle with destructive anger, telling yourself every night that tomorrow will be different, but you stay in the same patterns causing you (and your family) to be miserable? In today’s episode, certified professional life coach and mom to three Natalie Hixson gets real about her own struggles with des…
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In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, the host, Deanna Yates, interviews Janet M. Taylor, a professional organizer, to discuss effective strategies for decluttering and organizing your home. Janet, known as "Janet The Organizer," shares her expertise and practical tips for creating systems and routines that can help you maintain orde…
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Do you think you might have another baby someday, but aren’t sure how much stuff to keep? If so, today’s episode is for you! I’m sharing my five top recommendations about how to handle baby stuff so you have what you need and aren’t drowning in excess! Resources Mentioned: My Top Five Baby Registry Picks Minimalist Moms Podcast episode 322 with Ali…
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How do we empower our kids to develop habits that help them become independent and make our lives easier? How do we recognize what’s not working in our daily routines and develop new ones that support our family and save us time? In today’s episode, Rachel Norman, mom of 5 and author/podcaster/blogger at A Mother Far From Home is sharing 3 habits y…
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This episode looks and 11 ways busy moms can practice self-love through decluttering and why it’s not selfish. It emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, digital decluttering, involving the family, and celebrating progress in creating a more organized and peaceful home environment. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links - thank…
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“Help! I’m always playing whack-a-mole with the kid clutter...while I'm getting one area cleaned, something is getting messy.” This comes from one of my new Facebook group members, and it’s a common problem with so many moms that I know! On today’s episode, I’m diving into the three mistakes you might be making if you’re constantly battling kids’ c…
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Do you struggle with people-pleasing that’s leaving you exhausted, burnt out, and resentful? Do you prioritize everyone else’s needs and comfort above your own because you want to be a “good” mom? In today’s episode, Mikki Gardner is sharing where our people-pleasing tendencies come from and how to declutter people-pleasing in three steps. Mikki Ga…
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Struggling to find time in your already packed schedule? Toni-Ann is here to help us busy moms find more time, help us avoid a common pitfall, and let us know what’s really working in her life now. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra cost to you): Check out my favorite resources Follow my …
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After almost a decade of decluttering and pursuing a minimalist lifestyle, you’d think I had a lot of decluttering regrets, right? Not exactly. But it’s easy to let the fear of decluttering regret keep you from letting go of what isn’t serving you. In today’s episode I’m sharing five common fears and how to mitigate and overcome them, so we can let…
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Today we’re celebrating the 100th episode with audio clips of the top 10 downloaded episodes of all time! Here’s the list if you want to check out the full episodes: Top 10 episodes of all time (as of 2/14/24): Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to…
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Discover the must-have apps loved and regularly used by host, Deanna Yates as she reveals her top picks. Get valuable insights into a range of essential applications that will help you simplify your everyday life while enhancing your efficiency. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links. thanks for supporting the show at no additional cost…
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Once I removed the physical clutter and calendar clutter that was no longer serving me, I was left with my thoughts. We can’t control our thoughts and according to research we have 12,000-16,000 of them a day. But the issue is that 80% are negative and 95% are repetitive - in other words, they are the negative thoughts, limiting beliefs, “shoulds”,…
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How do we find the magic in the “blessed mundane” of motherhood? How do we overcome the martyr mindset and see motherhood as a powerful calling? How do we look outside of our circumstances to see the big picture of our impact on our kids and future generations? Kirsten Vossler, wife and homeschool mom of 9 children (soon to be 10!) has some ideas. …
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I’m answering tough community questions from the Chaos to Calm summit. From how to handle kids' paperwork and organize clothing to overcoming barriers to decluttering, and getting your spouse on the same page we’re digging deep. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links. thanks for supporting the show at no additional cost to you) Podcast …
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If you feel like you're constantly behind and never know when the cycle of overwhelm, burnout, and exhaustion will end - today's episode is for you! I'm taking you through my 6-step S.I.M.P.L.E. method so you can take control again with small, concrete, sustainable actions to get off the Hot Mess Express and back on track. Resources Mentioned: Hey …
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When we’re overwhelmed, it’s easy to live “by desire” and reach for the coping mechanism of choice rather than living “by design”. In today’s episode, Barb Raveling shares helpful insights into how we can live more intentionally by asking ourselves some insightful questions and using the powerful process of truth journaling. Barb is a retired homes…
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Life - and decluttering - are not always easy, but some of the best lessons are learned during hard times. This episode focuses on lessons learned from hosting a virtual decluttering and organizing summit and how they relate to clearing the clutter from your home and life. Links in this episode: Podcast Feed for Supporters Chaos to Calm Summit Chec…
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If you’ve fallen off the decluttering wagon, don’t despair! These 3 questions will help get you back on track and supercharge your decluttering success. Resources Mentioned: Don’t miss out on the Chaos to Calm Summit happening from January 29 - February 2! Get your free ticket here. Related Episodes: Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Spac…
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Do you usually feel like you’re drowning and have no idea how to stay on top of your day? Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast is here to help! Michelle is a mom of 3 elementary middle school kids & wife to an amazing guy. She helps Christian working moms have more time in their week so that they can pour into themselves and their famili…
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Have you ever burnt yourself out while trying to reach your goals? Let’s fix that so you can achieve and succeed at the same time. This episode features a conversation between Risa Williams and Deanna Yates about how to find a balance in life while achieving goals in a healthy and sustainable way. Links in this episode (some may be affiliate links …
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If you struggle to declutter and have tried all the tips and tricks, you may need a mindset shift. On today’s episode, you’ll learn the 5 mindset shifts that can help you discover your deepest why and give you the momentum you need for your decluttering journey! Resources Mentioned: Workbook for 5 Mindset Shifts To Help You Let Go of Clutter REMIND…
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Does the word “budget” make you cringe? Do you desire to spend money more intentionally, pay down debt, and also have the flexibility to buy that Starbucks latte? Alli Williams is here to help! Debt-free at 25, Alli married into $154,000 worth of debt and quickly developed a flexible financial plan to help her and her husband pay off debt and reach…
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The Sunk Cost Fallacy is a problem for almost everyone when decluttering. This podcast episode talks about what the sunk cost fallacy is, how it relates to decluttering, and how to overcome it so you can declutter with ease Links in this episode: Podcast Feed for Supporters Chaos to Calm Summit Study about the IKEA effect Check out my favorite reso…
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Lacking the motivation to declutter? These 10 shocking statistics may make you feel differently about your stuff and provide the motivational boost you need! Resources Mentioned: 100K Giveaway! If you love the show and want the chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card, here’s what you need to do! Starting Tuesday January 16 and ending Sunday, January …
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Simplifying and streamlining your home to support you and your family members is incredibly important - but even moreso if you have family members with disabilities or special needs. On today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking to Alana Frost from Alana’s Organizing. We talk about how she has simplified, streamlined, and organized her home to…
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Ready to declutter but feel overwhelmed by it all? This podcast episode looks back on the 10 decluttering and organizing tips that made the biggest difference in our home over the years so you can make better (and quicker) progress. Links in this episode: Podcast Feed for Supporters Chaos to Calm Summit Check out my favorite resources Follow Deanna…
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I always say you need a system around your stuff…especially the stuff coming into your home. Today I’m sharing my 6-step plan to stop the S.T.R.E.A.M. so you have can calm the chaos and spend less time decluttering! Resources Mentioned: 50 Questions Minimalists Ask Related Episodes: Episode 64: Jumpstart Your Decluttering in 4 Simple Steps with Amy…
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What would you do with an extra 5 hours a day? How would you be able to show up for yourself and your family? Do you find yourself escaping the overwhelm of your life by turning to your phone? Are you afraid to look at your Screen Time stats? On today’s episode, podcast and business coach Stefanie Gass shares her compelling story of how phone addic…
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Tired of being part of the 90% of people who never complete a New Year’s resolution? Here’s how to declutter your resolutions so you can actually achieve the goals you have for your life. Links in this episode: Episode 163: Decluttering Hack: Why Fresh Starts Work and How to Use Them to Your Advantage Atomic Habits Book Finish Book Study: Why Most …
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