The Decluttering Experiment
Follow 2 sisters on a decluttering and simplicity experiment. The younger sister, Jill, is the test subject, in need of a whole house overhaul. The older sister, Wendy, a teacher and wannabe minimalist, leads the experiment.
33: Reverse Decluttering
Jill and Wendy talk about Reverse Decluttering also called Backwards Decluttering.
Then they evaluate their enough in regards to sweaters.
Jill is trying a new experiment.
Wendy recommends the book "the Clutter Connection" by Cassandra Aarssen.
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32: Declutter Now Since Nobody Wants Your Stuff
Jill and Wendy evaluate their T-shirts. Do they have enough or too much?
Then they discuss the book "Nobody Wants Your Shi*t" by Messie Condo.
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31: Clutter, Enough is Enough
Jill talks about recent decluttering in her basement. Also the sisters Evaluate their coats. How much is too much, and how much is enough?
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30.2: Just in Case Clutter, A Decluttered Episode
Wendy and Jill talk about clutter saved "Just in Case" on this shorter, decluttered episode.
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30: Goldilocks Decluttering: Not too Little, Not too Much, Just Enough
Wendy and Jill go over their new "Experiment to Evaluate Enough" using shoes as an example.
How much is enough? You get to decide.
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29.2: Closing the Loop, A Decluttered Episode
Wendy and Jill discuss "Closing the Loop" on this bonus decluttered episode.
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29: Clutter: Experiment to Evaluate Your Enough
Join Wendy and Jill as they discuss "how much is enough?"
They counted purses and reveal their numbers and will evaluate what is their enough.
We each get to decide what is "Our Enough".
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28.2: Use It, Love It, Need It, A Decluttered Episode
In this shorter, Decluttered Episode Wendy and Jill talk about the 3 things you should keep and everything else needs to possibly be let go.
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28: Bandages, Toothpaste, and Gauze, Oh My! How Much Is Too Much Clutter?
Jill and Wendy organize Jill's "Traditional Linen Closet", the end of hall closet. They also discuss 3 things to keep, if you use it, if you love it, and if you need it.
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27.2: The Marie Kondo Method, A Decluttered Episode
In this special "Decluttered Episode" Wendy and Jill review the book "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up" by Marie Kondo. They have talked about decluttering low and slow, now it's time to discuss decluttering fast and furious.
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27: Shopping for Space All Over the Place
Jill is shopping for space all over the place, but mainly the garage with Wendy's help.
Also the sisters share their results to their ABC challenge and announce their next challenge, trying to keep things simple.
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26.1: Jill's 6 Month Decluttering Check-In
Jill is surveyed. Has she decluttered her score after 6 months into the experiment? Tune in to find out.
To calculate your decluttering score listen to episode 13.13 "Calculating Jill's Composite Score". To hear the sisters talk about Jill's new score listen to episode 26 "Lessons Learned from Decluttering."
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26: Lessons Learned from Decluttering
The Decluttering Experiment is now 6 months old. Tune in to hear what lessons Jill has learned by decluttering almost half her house. She loves a good list, and she has made one for us today.
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25.2: Bye Bye Clutter Creep, A Decluttered Episode
In this Decluttered Episode Wendy and Jill share ways to avoid the Clutter Creep.
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25: Decluttering, Low and Slow
The sisters talk Decluttering Low numbers and Slow tiny steps.
Play along with your room by room total tally with our instructions below....
Choose 10 areas of your home you are looking at decluttering.
Give a score to each area of your home. Add the scores. The range is 0 to 50. See how you score compare to Jill.
0- Perfect, No work to do
1 - Decluttered but struggle with clutter creep
2 - getting there with decluttering, but still some work to do
3 - 50% there, but a work in progress
4...
24.2: The One Less Method, A Decluttered Episode
Jill is trying the "One Less Method" inspired by the question "Can I live with one less?"
Join the sisters for A Decluttered Episode, minimal time but maximum value
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24: The ABCs of Decluttering
Wendy and Jill discuss the ABC Method of Decluttering. They have also come up with their own ABC list for Decluttering.
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23.2: Rules for Being Human, A Decluttered Episode
In this bonus "Decluttered Episode", Wendy and Jill talk the book "If Life is a Game, These are the Rules" by Dr. Cherie Carter-Scott. How do the 10 rules for being human relate to decluttering? Join us to find out.
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23: S.M.A.R.T Decluttering
Join Wendy and Jill as they declutter Jill's basement in preparation for their flea market (Thrifting in the Park).
Also they reveal their results on the Choose Your Adventure Challenge.
The next challenge begins today, "The ABC Challenge". It's probably not what you think, so listen to find out.
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22.2: Shopping for Space, A Decluttered Episode
Join Jill and Wendy for their 1st Decluttered Episode, subtracting minutes but maximizing value.
They discuss the idea and importance of Shopping for Space.
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22: Donation Decisions when Decluttering
Wendy and Jill talk to Wendy's son Liam, who works in the donations receiving department at a thrift store. He shares some tips and takeaways for donating used items. Then the sisters review some questions to ask yourself before purchasing an item.
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21: The Decluttering Funk
Jill is in a Decluttering Funk. Can Wendy help her? Listen as the sisters discuss ideas for what to do when you are in a decluttering funk.
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20.1: Kick the Clutter Creep to the Curb
In this Bonus Episode, Jill and Wendy wrap up their "31 Questions to Ask Yourself While Decluttering" and preview their next monthly videos for Instagram.
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20: Decluttering for Fun and Games
Jill has accomplished one of her decluttering goals, hosting a party. How did it go?
And what did she end up cluttering up for the party?
Also the Wendy and Jill have more good questions to ask while decluttering.
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19: Decluttering Decisions
So little time, so many decluttering decisions.
Wendy and Jill are back for another talk regarding choosing your own decluttering adventure, Jill's linen closet, and the box it up decluttering method.
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18: Decluttering: Your Way, Your Adventure
Jill and Wendy meet to go over the "Decluttering Experiment Challenge Your Way" results.
Jill's goal was 500 items in 4 weeks, Wendy's goal was 210. How did they do?
Decluttering is a choose your own adventure and Jill needs challenges to keep her motivated.
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17: Clutter: Some Things Are Not Worth the Trouble
Join Wendy and Jill as they ask some questions to help with decluttering.
The sisters continue to work through Jill's laundry room and storage area in her basement.
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16: Sentimental Clutter, Keep or Let Go
Sentimental Clutter! We dive right in to discuss things that are challenging to let go of. Oh the memories!
Does clutter keep us living in the past? Join us as we discuss this tough topic.
Wendy and Jill bring items to discuss "Keep or Let Go".
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15.1 Decluttering Experiment Announcement
Wendy and Jill have a decluttering announcement.
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Happy Decluttering in July!
15: Bedroom Decluttering Escapade
Join us for Jill and Wendy's recent decluttering escapade in Jill's spare room.
Also the sister's play "This or That" decluttering style. Are they more alike or different?
Tune in to find out!
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14: Ten Minutes of Decluttering a Day Can Go a Long Way
The results are in for Wendy and Jill's 2nd decluttering challenge, the Daily 10 Minute Timer Challenge.
Who came out on top? Listen to find out! Cheers!
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13.13: Calculating Jill's Decluttering Score
Bonus Episode: Join Wendy as she explains how she calculated Jill's composite score. You can learn how to calculate your own score by responding to the statements below and listening to this episode.
Ranking Range: 1 - Not at all true for me
vs. 10 - Completely true for me.
1. My house is cluttered.
2. Items in my house have a designated spot
3. Fewer items are coming into my house than are leaving my house.
4. I have space in my closets and drawers.
5. XXX
6. I feel good about entertaining guests in my ho...
13: Jill's Jinxed Decluttering Check-In
Join Wendy and Jill for the quarterly check-in and to see Jill's new composite score with the experiment.
It's episode #13. Jill hopes it is not jinxed.
They first talk about recent decluttering in Jill's garage.
After that, Wendy reads Jill the statements from episode 1. How much has Jill improved? Tune in to find out.
Make sure you listen to the last 2 minutes as they catch an error in the composite score.
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12: Decluttering: Goodbye Things
In this episode Wendy and Jill talk minimalism in traveling, decluttering Dad's garage, and 3 things that came back into their lives. Trust that if you let it go, it could come back. Also they share 2 tips from "Goodbye, Things" by Fumio Sasaki.
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11: Decluttering Jill's Laundry Room
Jill has a new DIY project planned for her laundry room. But first it needs a major decluttering. Can Wendy help Jill?
Then, Jill plays the teacher role as Wendy has 4 items she is struggling to let go. Can Jill help Wendy?
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10.10: Your 10 Minute Timer Bonus Decluttering Episode
Bonus Alert: This is your Ten Minute Timer episode to listen to as you are doing your Daily Ten Minute Timer Challenge.
Wendy and Jill provide tips, questions to ask while decluttering, and motivation for your new challenge.
The best part is this episode is exactly 10 Minutes. Enjoy and Happy Decluttering!
10: Clutter Observations after Our First Decluttering Challenge
The results are in! Join Wendy and Jill as they reveal their numbers from the 30 day "Decluttering Experiment Challenge". Do they beat their goals? Who comes out on top? Jill needs a good challenge, so they have come up with a new 30 day challenge to keep her motivated.
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Questions to Ask Before You Purchase an Item
1. Will it add value to my life?
2. Is this the best use of my money?
3. Do I already own something I can use instead...
09: Houseguest Heather Spills the Tea
Join Wendy and Jill and Houseguest Heather as they chat about all the progress (or not!) that Jill has made. You have to listen to find out the scoop. Jill and Heather also take Wendy's "I Still Have" Quiz. Who comes out on top?
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Wendy's "I Still Have Quiz"
Score 1 point for each "Yes" answer.
1. I still have a high school or college yearbook.
2. I still have clothing I would never wear again.
3. I still have a musical instrument t...
08: Feelin' Great & Company's Comin'
Jill spends the week getting ready for her weekend guest. Is she ready to host Heather?
Learn what progress Jill has made. Also Wendy shares 3 tried and true methods to deal with clutter.
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07: Trust the Power of the Decluttering Momentum
Wendy helps Jill build decluttering momentum as together they clear out clutter in Jill's living room.
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