165: The 15 Best Questions to Ask Yourself to Make Decluttering Easy
Summary
Host Shannon Laco presents 15 powerful decluttering questions to help listeners overcome mental roadblocks and make intentional choices. She analyzes frameworks from experts like Marie Kondo and Joshua Becker, explaining why each question works and who it might not suit. The episode aims to provide a personalized toolkit for reducing overwhelm and finding peace through realistic minimalism.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and podcast welcome
Listener request and episode 164 correction
Why decluttering questions matter
Q1: Does this spark joy?
Q2: Does this move me toward my vision?
Q3: When did I last use this?
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Q4: What would I use if I didn't have this?
Q5: Would I miss this if it was gone?
Q6: If moving tomorrow, would I pack this?
Q7: The 20/20 rule for cheap items
Q8: If this had poop on it, would I clean it?
Q9: Does this reflect who I am today?
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Q10: Would someone else like this more?
Q11: Is this more trouble than it's worth?
Q12: Would I buy this again today?
Q13: What is the worst thing that could happen?
Q14: Can I get by without this?
Q15: Does this have a specific home?
Outro, upcoming episode, and final ads
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