How to Finally Get Organized (and Stay That Way) with Meggie Mangione (Ep 278)
Tired of decluttering on repeat? Learn how to create a clutter-free home that lasts with author Meggie Mangione. Real talk, practical systems, and zero judgment for busy, modern women.
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Resources Mentioned:
Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/278
Connect with Meggie Mangione
Instagram
Meggie’s Website
Give Clutter the Middle Finger: A Chingona's Guide
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Are you tired of organizing the same spaces over and over again?
In this episode, Deanna sits down with Meggie Mangione, author of Give Clutter the Middle Finger and creator of Organized Life Design, to talk about what it really means to get organized and how to stay that way.
Meggie shares why true organization isn’t about perfection or Pinterest-worthy bins, but about creating a home that feels calm, functional, and aligned with who you are.
We Cover:
Why focusing on how your space feels leads to more freedom
How to declutter without guilt (even sentimental stuff!)
Small mindset shifts that make big organizing progress
Neurodivergent-friendly strategies that actually work
Using “fed-up energy” to finally make change stick
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:01 Meet Meggie Mangione 02:42 The Birth of 'Give Clutter the Middle Finger' 06:27 Decluttering During the Pandemic 09:36 The True Test of Being Organized 16:47 Minimalism and Personal Preferences 24:55 The Emotional Challenges of Closets and Keepsakes 26:16 Dealing with Guilt and Finding Donation Avenues 29:12 The Importance of Pacing Yourself with Keepsakes 30:54 The Role of Support in Organizing 33:16 Organizing for Neurodivergent Individuals 41:30 Using Fed Up Energy to Spark Change 44:42 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts
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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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Clutter, Self-Worth & Spiritual Freedom: Why Letting Go Heals More Than Your Home (EMPOWERING Series Pt. 9: Ep 277)
Does clutter make you feel guilty, drained, or “less than”? In this episode, Deanna Yates explores the deep connection between clutter, self-worth, and spiritual well-being.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
How clutter affects your sense of worth and self-talk
Why clutter creates spiritual disconnection
Mindset shifts to release guilt and shame tied to possessions
A simple action step to align your home with your deeper “why”
📌 Resources Mentioned:
Full show notes: www.wannabeclutterfree.com/277
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Update
00:33 EMPOWERING Life Recap
02:56 The Importance of Worth and Why
09:37 Personal Story: Clutter and Motherhood
15:26 Clutter and Self-Worth Connection
24:30 Practical Guidance and Mindset Shifts
32:42 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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Declutter Your Digital Life and Calm Tech Chaos with Amanda Jefferson (Ep 276)
Discover Amanda Jefferson’s simple strategies to declutter your digital life. Learn to streamline emails, photos, and passwords with her FOCUS Method and reclaim calm, clutter-free living.
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Resources Mentioned:
Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/276
Connect with Amanda Jefferson
Get Amanda's Tech Survival Guide
Instagram
Amanda's Website
Good Enough-ish Podcast
Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on:
Instagram
Facebook
Website
Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room
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Technology is supposed to make life easier—but often it leaves us drowning in emails, overflowing photo libraries, and password chaos. If your phone or laptop feels like a black hole, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by tech and productivity coach Amanda Jefferson, who shares her Tech TRAPS framework (the five biggest digital clutter culprits) and her FOCUS Method for reducing mental load. We dive into practical tips for managing emails, organizing photos, and simplifying your digital tools. Amanda also opens up about how staying organized online helped her family navigate one of life’s toughest seasons.
If you’ve been craving a calmer, clutter-free digital life, you’ll leave this episode with quick wins and inspiring new habits you can start today.
We Cover:
The 5 biggest Tech TRAPS causing digital chaos
Amanda’s FOCUS Method to reduce overwhelm and mental load
How to streamline emails, passwords, and photo libraries
Why digital organization matters for your well-being and even the environment
Practical tools to get your tech working for you, not against you
Time Stamps:
00:00 – Welcome + Amanda’s intro
04:00 – What digital clutter really is
06:45 – The 5 Tech TRAPS explained
08:00 – Simple tech tips that save time instantly
10:00 – Where to start when everything feels overwhelming
12:53 – The FOCUS Method to reduce mental load
17:30 – Tackling photo overload without guilt
22:00 – How digital organization supported Amanda during her father’s illness
25:30 – The environmental cost of digital storage
28:00 – Email decluttering tips (delete vs. archive)
34:00 – Why digital clutter adds to mental load
38:00 – Amanda’s Busy Woman’s Tech Survival Guide
41:00 – Final rapid-fire Q&A with Amanda
45:00 – Outro + preview of next week with Meggie Mangione
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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier.
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How to Live Clutter-Free: Your Top Questions Answered (Ep 275)
Ever feel guilty letting go of things, or wonder if you’re just hiding clutter in bins? In this Q&A, Deanna Yates answers listener questions about decluttering guilt, saying no to social overload, managing digital clutter, and telling the difference between real organizing and disguised clutter.
I’m answering listener questions about:
Moving past guilt when letting go of items tied to money or memories
Finding balance in a packed social calendar without hurting friendships
Tackling digital clutter and setting boundaries with notifications
Knowing the difference between organizing and simply disguising clutter
📌 Resources Mentioned:
Full show notes: www.wannabeclutterfree.com/275
Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/
All Podcast Episodes: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/posts
Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist
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Timestamps:
00:00: Welcome + Why I Love Q&A Episodes
01:51: Decluttering guilt: erasing history, wasting money, letting go
12:32: Saying no to social overload without losing friends
20:44: Tackling digital clutter + managing notifications
24:56: Are you really organizing or just hiding clutter?
32:02: Final thoughts + upcoming episodes
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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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Digital Clutter Reset: Quiet the Pings, Clear the Chaos (Ep 274)
You don’t need more willpower, you need better defaults. This week’s Digital Clutter Reset gives you a simple, family-friendly system to cut notification noise, clean up apps, email, files, and photos, and reclaim time, energy, and sleep.
What you'll learn:
A clear definition of digital clutter and why it spikes stress + kills focus
The six numbers to track so you can see where digital clutter is hurting you most
A 7-Day Digital Clutter Reset with 5-, 15-, and 30-minute options
How to make it family-proof
The 7-Day Digital Clutter Reset (quick view)
Day 1: Audit & Decide the Vibe
Day 2: Notifications
Day 3:Apps
Day 4: Email
Day 5: Files/Desktop
Day 6: Photos
Day 7: Automate & Maintain
📌 Resources Mentioned:
Full show notes: www.wannabeclutterfree.com/274
Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree/
All Podcast Episodes: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/podcast
Join the Wannabe Minimalist Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wannabeminimalist
Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review.
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome
01:30 What counts as digital clutter
04:30 Why it overwhelms (attention, stress, sleep)
11:00 Track your numbers
17:30 7-Day Reset overview
18:00 Day 1: Audit & Decide the Vibe
20:00 Day 2: Notifications (batching/VIP)
22:00 Day 3: Apps cleanup
24:30 Day 4: Email overload relief
26:30 Day 5: Files & desktop calm
29:00 Day 6: Photo clean-up + ritual
32:00 Day 7: Automate & measure
34:30 Make it family-proof
36:30 Recap
Subscribe & Review:
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps me create more content to inspire and motivate you to live with less.
Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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Over Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Simplify, Find Freedom
Ready to finally calm the overwhelm and create a home and life you actually enjoy? The Wannabe Clutter Free podcast is here to help you clear the clutter, simplify your routines, and find freedom in the life you’re building.
I’m Deanna Yates, a busy mom who knows what it’s like to juggle family, career, and the never-ending piles of stuff. From selling 80% of what we owned to travel with our toddler, to managing the daily chaos of running a home with a school-aged kid, I’ve learned that living with less isn’t about deprivation. It’s about creating more space, more peace, and more joy.
Each week, I share real-life stories, simple decluttering strategies, and mindset shifts that make it easier to let go of what’s weighing you down. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who share practical tips and fresh perspectives on minimalism, home organization, intentional living, and building habits that last.
If you’re tired of feeling buried in clutter and crave a home that feels calm, welcoming, and easy to manage, this show is for you. It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress, freedom, and finding space for what truly matters to you.
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