Summary: <br> <br> <br> 10 Secrets of Successful Declutterers<br> <br> There’s a big difference between declutterers and *successful* declutterers. In fact, a lot of time, effort, and intention goes into creating (and maintaining!) a tidy home.<br> This week, I divulge 10 minimalist secrets that keep my living space decluttered. I’m hopeful the 10 tips will help you, too, as you consider both how to best create your version of a minimalist home and maintain your tidy spaces for the long haul.<br> Here’s a preview of today’s episode:<br> [4:30] Practical ways to alleviate entryway woes<br> [10:20] The benefits and the drawbacks of the One In, One Out rule<br> [16:50] Why successful minimalists adapt their possessions to their unique life season<br> [19:00] Why decluttering beats organizing, every single time<br> [26:15] What it means to be a ruthless gatekeeper, plus how to be polite about it<br> <br> This week’s sponsors are:<br> <br> * Forager Project: <a href="https://www.foragerproject.com/vote/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cultivate Democracy and Vote on November 3</a>!<br> * <a href="https://blissoma.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Blissoma</a> (Use code MINIMAL at checkout for 20% off Sustain Ecosystem products!)<br> <br> <br> * Want more episodes like this one? Check out <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/082/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">#82: 3 Hard Truths About Clutter</a>.<br> * Social distancing is the *perfect* time to review your favorite podcasts! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sustainable-minimalists-podcast/id1329830361" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">On the Apple Podcasts app</a>, hit the Library tab, scroll allll the way to the bottom past all prior episodes, then click on the stars to leave a review. (Thank you!)<br> * Join our (free!) community <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/134165317219800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br>
