213: 5 Clutter Traps That Make Decluttering Never-Ending
Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional livingShow Notes
Who here throws in an extra purchase to get free shipping? Today, we're covering 5 major clutter traps that feel smart at the time, but end up bogging down our house (and clearing out our wallets).
Decluttering doesn't have to feel never-ending, so listen in to figure out which trap has been working on you, and how to stop it for good.
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Ep 141: Where to Start Decluttering (or Start Again)
Ep 52: Getting Past the "Wasted Money" When Decluttering
Ep 32: Finding the Time to Declutter
Ep 5: Decluttering Sentimental Items
Ep 110: Is Overconsumption That Big of a Deal?
Ep 177: How to Avoid Decision Fatigue When Decluttering
Ep 48: Decluttering Books as a Book Lover
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