Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living

164: Decluttering Fatigue, The Time My Son Got Stuck in a Chair, & The Enneagram

May 28, 2026

Summary

Shannon Laco offers advice on overcoming decluttering fatigue by establishing maintenance systems and taking strategic breaks. She shares a humorous memory of her son getting stuck in a baby chair and highlights a listener’s tip for using a dirty sock bin. The episode concludes with a recommendation for a salt substitute and Laco’s personal reflections on her mixed feelings about the Enneagram personality framework.

Topics discussed

Introduction to Pairing Down and Chai Chat format Overcoming decluttering fatigue and burnout Funny memory: Son stuck in baby chair Sponsor break: Windows 11 student offer Listener win: Dirty sock bin by entry Listener recommendation: Salt substitute Final thoughts: Mixed feelings on the Enneagram Outro, newsletter signup, and social media Sponsor break: Aura data protection service
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