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**Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Simplify, Find Freedom**

Ready to finally calm the overwhelm and create a home and life you actually enjoy? The Wannabe Clutter Free podcast is here to help you clear the clutter, simplify your routines, and find freedom in the life you’re building. I’m Deanna Yates, a busy mom who knows what it’s like to juggle family, career, and the never-ending piles of stuff. From selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler, to managing the daily chaos of running a home with a school-aged kid, I’ve learned that living with less isn’t about deprivation. It’s about creating more space, more peace, and more joy. Each week, I share real-life stories, simple decluttering strategies, and mindset shifts that make it easier to let go of what’s weighing you down. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who share practical tips and fresh perspectives on minimalism, home organization, intentional living, and building habits that last. If you’re tired of feeling buried in clutter and crave a home that feels calm, welcoming, and easy to manage, this show is for you. It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress, freedom, and finding space for what truly matters to you.

Latest Episodes:

Ep 151: Free Yourself from Your Toughest Sentimental Clutter with Krista St Germain May 03, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/151

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Sentimental clutter is one of the toughest kinds of clutter we deal with in our lives. This type of clutter that is made up of items we hold onto for emotional reasons, such as old photographs, love letters, and childhood toys. It is this emotional connection that makes it so difficult to let these things go.

We often believe our memories of past events or the special people in our lives live in these objects because we can’t help but think of these special times and people when we see these objects.

While these items may hold a special place in our hearts, they also take up physical space in our homes and mental space in our minds - both of which are precious in their own right. The key is to find a balance between holding onto what is important and letting go of what is no longer serving us.

That’s where today’s guest can help us. Krista St-Germain is a Master Certified Life Coach, grief expert, widow, mom and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast.

When her husband was killed by a drunk driver in 2016, Krista’s life was completely and unexpectedly flipped upside down. After therapy helped her unfurl from the fetal position, Krista discovered Life Coaching, Post Traumatic Growth and learned the tools she needed to move forward and create a future she could get excited about. Now she coaches and teaches other widows so they can love life again, too.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

Krista’s outlook on feelings and emotions
The process of letting go of sentimental items
What to do when you feel guilting about letting things go
Why regret is not a bad thing
Ideas for what to do with sentimental things you want to keep

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Ep 150: The Secret to a Calm Home Life: These Routines and Boundaries Apr 26, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/150

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Do you feel like your house is always a mess no matter how much you try to clean it up? Does it stress you out? Do you feel like you’re constantly spinning in circles moving from one mess to the other?

I totally get it. I used to struggle with that too. The laundry pile never seemed to end, there were always dirty dishes in the sink, the piles just seemed to move from one area to another, but never really disappear. And at the end of the day, I was rewarded with every home cooks favorite question…what’s for dinner?

But, I found a way to make it easier! Of course I’m going to tell you to create some simple systems so that you can be more organized, but the game changer is putting boundaries around these systems.

When you have a system in place, it's like having a step-by-step guide for getting things done. You'll be amazed at how much easier it is to keep your space organized and tidy, whether you're cooking meals, doing laundry, or just trying to keep everything in order.

And when you’re ready to take it to the next level, you can combine these routines with boundaries - that’s where the real peace of mind comes in.

This episode of Wannabe Minimalist will also help you discover:

3 routines that can make a big difference in your home
How creating boundaries gives you mental clarity
Why it’s important to combine routines with boundaries
A simple way to get your family on board
My favorite way to make a meal plan easier

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Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 149: An Award-Winning Designer’s Secret for Clutter Free Cohesion with Adina Hall Apr 19, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/149

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Do you love interior design shows on tv? Do you wish you could channel some of that energy and inspiration into your own home?

Well, today you are in luck.

I invited my friend Adina to join me on the podcast to talk me through her design process and give us a peek behind the curtain into how designers look at spaces and make them feel cohesive.

And while I know some designers can go overboard and clutter up a space, Adina likes to keep things clutter free, beautiful, and functional.

Adina Hall is a licensed Architect in the State of Illinois and an Interior Designer with 18 years of experience.

Adina’s experience in project design, construction and management ensures the integration of design concepts, functionality and technical systems in one harmonious final design.

With a contagious passion for design, she enjoys designing and delivering spaces that are uplifting and emotive, while creating one-of-a-kind environments for work, play or leisure.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

What goes into the expert design process
How to mix and match styles
A designer’s super knack for making things come together
Design faux pas to avoid
Tips to make a rental look and feel great too

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 148: 5 Daily Habits to Simplify Your Busy Life with Gretchen Dow Apr 12, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/148

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Being a mom is a busy, overwhelming, and often self-sacrificing job. However, we know that in order to be a better mom, wife, and person we need to take care of ourselves.

But, how are we supposed to make the time when there is so little time left in our already jam-packed days?

That’s where habits come in. But, not just any habits.

We need the right habits.

My guest this week on Wannabe Minimalist is here to help us with those habits.

Gretchen Dow is a mom, podcaster, wife and owner of Wellness by Gretchen who lives with her family in South Australia.

She helps moms who are starting their health journey create habits, increase their energy and reduce cravings so that they can reach a healthy weight.

Gretchen is also the host of the healthy, happy and thriving mama podcast where she shares her best tips, strategies and actionable steps to help you get started in your health journey.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

5 habits every woman should implement to simplify their life
How to implement a routine with an irregular schedule
Tips for creating more time in your schedule
Why habits are so important
The difference between habits and routines

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 147: Simple Ways to Boost Self Esteem & Reach Your Goals with Risa Williams Apr 05, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/147

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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One of the things I discovered as an adult was that it's much harder to maintain a high level of self esteem than it had been when I was younger.

No one is there to offer you praise on a regular basis. And then once I became a parent, I had to make bigger decisions without training or prior experience so it was tough to know if I was making the right choices.

All of that takes a toll on your confidence and makes it harder to reach your goals - no matter how big or small they might be.

Thankfully, my guest this week on Wannabe Minimalist is well versed in helping people, like us busy moms, with boosting our self esteem.

Risa Williams is a clinical psychotherapist and a productivity coach, specializing in time management tools and anxiety reduction skills in Los Angeles.

She's the author of the self-help book series, The Ultimate Toolkits for Psychological Wellbeing, which includes: The Ultimate Anxiety Toolkit, The Ultimate Self-Esteem Toolkit, and The Ultimate Time Management Toolkit.

She's also the host of The Motivation Mindset Podcast, which features productivity tools and examples of how they work in real life. She's been featured in Forbes Magazine, Business Insider, Parade Magazine, Real Simple, Wired Magazine, and HuffPost, and she writes articles for Breathe Magazine.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

How to wrap yourself in kindness
Tips for talking to yourself
What you can do to notice your strengths
A unique look at how we balance our highs and lows
Practical ways to boost your self esteem

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Happy by MBB https://soundcloud.com/mbbofficial

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Ep 146: Finding the Right Place to Donate Your Decluttered Stuff Mar 29, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/146

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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In the private Facebook group, a member recently asked about how to let go of the need to find the perfect recipient for the items she is decluttering. This has become a road block for her and is keeping her from letting go of her stuff and enjoying the benefits of a clutter free life.

And if there is one thing I know, it’s that when one person has a question, others do too.

They might ask it in a slightly different way, but the question is still there. Perhaps you’ve dealt with the guilt of letting something go in the past because it was expensive. Or maybe you want to make sure your donation doesn't end up in the landfill. Or perhaps you have a sentimental attachment to something and while you no longer want the item in your home you still care what happens to it.

The way it generally comes up is that you want your stuff to go to a good home…whatever that means.

This week’s podcast episode starts with a look at a few reasons behind why we feel this way and then gives you 4 ways to take action and start making those donations.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will cover:

What is the helper’s high and how it affects donating
A little known tip for success when giving to a Buy Nothing Group
4 ways to find the right person to give to
My favorite hack for avoiding Buyer’s Remorse
A simple shopping tip to stave off clutter in the first place

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 145: Simple Tips to Stop Eating Battles at the Table with Dr Sam Goldman Mar 22, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/145

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Do you struggle with getting your kids to eat their veggies? Would you consider them picky eaters who only want to eat a few “kid-friendly” things?

This is a common struggle with parents and can be extremely stressful when all you want is to do for your kids is nurture, care for them, and help them grow up to be strong and healthy.

My guest this week on Wannabe Minimalist is well versed in helping parents bring magic and fun back to the table and make dinnertime a pleasant experience for the whole family.

Dr. Sam Goldman supports parents in their dream of helping their child have a happy and healthy relationship with food. Because when children have feeding challenges and just won’t eat, parents are often left feeling lost, concerned, and like they’re doing a bad job.

Through her 10 years of experience as an occupational therapist, she has seen first-hand how these eating difficulties not only affected a child’s health but their family dynamics.

In her business she teaches parents how to create peaceful, no-pressure mealtimes where you can spend time connecting with your family instead of focusing on food battles snd how to help your child overcome “sensory issues” at the table so they can start exploring and trying new foods.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

What food rules you should ditch
Tips for getting your kids in he kitchen
What you can do make kids interested in meal time
How a cluttered kitchen can affect our sensory processes
Fun ways to encourage kids to play with their food without the mess

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 144: Q & A: Your Decluttering and Minimalism Questions Answered Mar 15, 2023

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Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Decluttering can be difficult and when you add in family and all the things life throws at you, it’s no wonder so many questions come up on your journey.

Are you doing the right things? How can you get others to buy less too? What do you do when your kids don’t pick up after themselves?

And since I hear these questions pretty often, I wanted to do another Q & A episode to help you all out. Because if there’s anything I know it’s that we are never alone when we have questions about something. If you are wondering and asking someone else is wondering about those things too.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will cover:

How to get your kids to pick up after themselves
Tips for dealing with baby gear
Ways to talk to grandparents about buy too much
Different approaches to clean up with kids
Cleaning out your family home

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Music:

Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 143: Stop the Mom Guilt Cycle with Decluttering and Organizing Your Home with Kori Tomelden Mar 08, 2023

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Get more show notes and additional free resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/143

Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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In our time crunched lives as moms, we can get caught up in the cycle of guilt because we have high standards and even higher expectations. This is especially true when it comes to decluttering and organizing our homes.

On today’s show I’m chatting with Kori Tomelden, a woman working to minimize and organizing as an ADHD and autistic mom. It’s a new topic that I have not discussed on the show so I was excited to have Kori on and learn from her life and perspective.

I have often had listeners ask me about decluttering with ADHD and while I can speak to decluttering and organizing in a very distracting world where we feel like we’re being pulling in a hundred different directions at once, I felt I needed to have an expert in the field come on to talk more about their experiences so I am delighted Kori reached out to me about being a guest.

We had a wonderful conversation and I appreciate her being patient with me as we had some technical difficulties while recording. I am hoping you do not notice them, but let me just say she is a very gracious guest.

Kori is a late diagnosed autistic/ADHD mom. She is currently located in Albany, NY where she is raising a neurodiverse family with her partner Kyle.

Her older daughter is non-speaking autistic (and also has ADHD and Anxiety) and her youngest daughter is HSP/Gifted.

A blogger, podcaster, writer, product creator, and coach; Kori shares neurodivergent family life- the highs, lows, messy, and real.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will also help you discover:

Kori’s tips for time crunched moms
Ideas for transitioning to a new schedule when you’re already overwhelmed
How Kori overcame her misdiagnosis as a teenager
Why a broken routine can be a good thing
Ways to use your 5-minute moments to their fullest
How to stop the mom guilt cycle with reasonable expectations

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Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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Ep 142: Transform Your Home and Life: Creating a New Routine That Sticks Mar 01, 2023

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Discover my favorite resources here

Tidy Home Academy - Empowering you to declutter and organize so you can have the tidy, happy home you crave. Discover how implementing the right systems can get your home clean and keep it that way.

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Completely transform your home in just 30 days with this free challenge

Happier at Home Guide - 5 simple steps you can take today to tidy up, take back your sanity, and thrive at home.

Wannabe Minimalist Community - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying

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Most of us function everyday following habits, routines, and systems whether we realize it or not. You probably have a system for getting ready in the morning, a system for getting the kids to school, a system for grocery shopping...the list goes on and on.

But what happens when that system stops working or we try to start a new routine? Maybe the kids have grown and the morning routine doesn't work like it used to. Or maybe you've just moved to a new house and nothing seems to be in its rightful place. Or maybe you’re ready to finally declutter and organize your home.

Whatever the reason, when we start new habits, routines, or systems, there are likely to be some hiccups along the way. Here are a few tips to not just help you implement a new system in your home, but to be successful with it.

This episode of Wannabe Minimalist will also help you discover: