JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 5: Procrastination When Decluttering

Episode Summary: In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Janis and Julie dive into one of the most common struggles people face when decluttering: procrastination. 

If you've ever found yourself avoiding that messy closet or putting off that overwhelming garage clean-up, you're not alone! Join us as we explore practical tips, mindset shifts, and simple strategies to help you beat procrastination and take action today.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The surprising reasons why procrastination happens when decluttering, including overwhelm, perfectionism, and emotional resistance.
• How to break down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps to create progress.
• Tools and techniques to combat decision fatigue and build momentum.
• Why perfectionism might be holding you back and how to let go of the "perfect time."
• Tips for setting realistic goals and making decluttering enjoyable.

Key Highlights from the Episode:

• [00:01:04] Overcoming Overwhelm: Janis explains how "all-or-nothing" thinking makes it hard to start decluttering and why focusing on one manageable task at a time is crucial.
• [00:01:46] Breaking Perfectionism: letting go of the "perfect time" mindset and how doing so allows you to reclaim your home.
• [00:02:22] Emotional Resistance: Discussing how guilt, nostalgia, and decision fatigue can block progress and how to overcome them effectively.
• [00:04:01] Small Do-able Doses: Janis and Julie talk about starting with simple tasks, like setting a timer for two minutes or focusing on "low-hanging fruit" like expired items or trash.
• [00:05:39] Visual Aids: Tips like taking before-and-after photos or using a black-and-white filter to identify clutter hotspots.
• [00:10:03] Setting Realistic Goals: Tips for defining achievable decluttering goals and clarifying your "why."
• [00:14:01] Organizing Strategies: Balancing "like with like" versus "keep it where it’s used" approaches to decluttering.
• [00:18:06] Weekly Challenge: Start your #DeclutteringDozen this week with easy tasks like clearing a junk drawer or the bottom shelf of a cabinet.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V8HKv-ZNejQ
• Join our Declutter Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity
• Follow us on Instagram for daily decluttering inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/abcdeclutterwithjj
• Explore more tips and resources on our website: https://www.abcdeclutter.com
• Check out the podcast’s main website: https://www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com
• Get our book, "Speed Decluttering," for more helpful strategies.

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Let’s Tackle Procrastination Together: If procrastination has been keeping you from creating the peaceful, organized space you deserve, we're here to help. Remember: small progress beats perfection every time. Let’s take that first step together today!

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!