171 | Overwhelmed by Basement Clutter? Where to Start When You Don’t Know What to Keep
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Does your basement, garage, attic, or storage room feel completely overwhelming right now? Maybe it’s filled with holiday bins, off-season clothes, old toys, paperwork, storage totes, sentimental items, or things you’ve been meaning to go through for years… and every time you walk into the space, you immediately feel stuck. In today’s episode, I’m answering a question from a woman inside our community who shared that her basement clutter had gotten so overwhelming that she no longer knew where to start decluttering. This is one of the most common struggles I hear from women. Storage spaces often become the holding place for delayed decisions, busy seasons of life, sentimental clutter, unfinished projects, and the overflow of very full homes. So today we are briefly touching on:
how to start decluttering a basement without getting overwhelmed simple organizing tips for storage spaces how to handle “what if I need this someday?” clutter why sentimental items can feel difficult to let go of realistic decluttering strategies for busy moms how to create momentum when you feel stuck practical ways to organize storage bins, holiday décor, toys, and miscellaneous household items how overwhelm, grief, and life transitions can affect clutter in the home This episode is not about perfection or becoming a minimalist overnight. It’s about learning how to take the next right step, simplify your home little by little, and create spaces that feel lighter, calmer, and easier to function in. If you’ve been wondering where to start decluttering your basement, garage, or storage room, I hope this episode gives you practical encouragement and clarity to begin. Interested in accountability support or organizing coaching? Email me “MORE” at [email protected] 📬 Join the Weekly NewsletterFaith-centered encouragement and simple decluttering steps you can take throughout the week.👉 https://kristina-borseti-llc.kit.com/ac428baac7 💬 Pair the Podcast with the CommunityInside the Facebook group we break down episodes into visual examples, conversation, and mini-reset challenges to keep your progress moving forward.👉 www.facebook.com/groups/organizedonpurpose/Enjoying the Show? Here are three ways you can support the podcast: ⭐ Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode.📩 Share this episode with a friend who could use a little more peace and order in her home.💬 Join the conversation inside the Organized On Purpose community.
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Have you been waiting for life to settle down before you start decluttering or caring for your home? Maybe there's a room you keep shutting the door on, and you think, "Why start now? I don't even know what's coming next." In this Christian devotional, we walk through Jeremiah 32 in the KJV. Jerusalem was under siege. Jeremiah was a prisoner. And God told him to buy a field. He bought it, signed the deed, and preserved the documents. Then he brought his confusion to the Lord. God's answer is our anchor passage, Jeremiah 32:26–27: "Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying, Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?" I share how this passage spoke to me when I was surrounded by clutter, unfinished home projects, and too many commitments. We talk about God's sovereignty, faith that acts before sight, and the temptation to let everyday responsibilities slide while we wait for a bigger answer. Jeremiah 32 is God's promise to restore His people to their land, not a promise about our circumstances. But Jeremiah's response shows us what obedience can look like in our homes and spiritual lives, even when we still have questions. For reflection: Where are you waiting for your circumstances to change before you start tending to what God has put in your care? Scriptures in this episode: Jeremiah 32:1–44; Jeremiah 37:11–21; Leviticus 25:25; Ecclesiastes 11:4; Luke 16:10; 1 Corinthians 6:20; Ephesians 1:13–14; Hebrews 11:1; Genesis 18:14; Luke 1:37 Join the fall decluttering challenge: Five Rooms, Five Things, Five Prayers. October 26. Email [email protected] with the word "challenge" to be added to the list. 📧 I'd love to hear from you.Email me at [email protected] 📬 Join the Weekly NewsletterFaith-centered encouragement, practical organizing help, and simple resets for your week.👉 https://kristina-borseti-llc.kit.com/newsletter Enjoying the show?⭐ Follow or subscribe so you don't miss future episodes📝 Leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps other women find the show.📩 Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement in this season💬 Join the conversation in the Organized On Purpose community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/organizedonpurpose Until next time, obey what you know. Bring Him what you don't know. Kristina
After nearly two years and almost 180 episodes, I’ve been reflecting on one simple truth: organization isn’t the goal—it’s the path. In this episode, I’m sharing what God has been teaching me about our homes, stewardship, and creating room for what matters most.