Over the years I have tried several decluttering methods in search of giving the best advice I could. That has lead to a lot of successful tips and tricks. However, it has also lead to some not so great advice that I sadly held onto for too long.

I cringe inside when I think back to some of the advice I gave early on in the life of this podcast so I wanted to help set the record straight.

That’s why I’m looking back on 5 pieces of old decluttering advice that I no longer recommend. A lot has changed for me and my family on this minimalism journey and I want to do my best to steer you in the right direction.

So, if you’ve tried to declutter and get organized, but you’ve struggled, perhaps one of these bad pieces of decluttering advice is to blame. But, all hope is not lost. I also share with you what we are doing in our home now that we know better.

This episode of the Wannabe Minimalist Show will help you discover:

• What I recommend you do instead of declutter piles
• How piles have gotten me into trouble in the past
• Why organizing bins are not the best first step
• The reason I changed my mind on clear bins
• Why I gave up the 5 pile method

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Links mentioned in this episode (some may be affiliate links):

Get more show notes (including links to all the statistic sources) at wannabeclutterfree.com/139

Avalanche Declutter Challenge - Let go of over 465 things in just one month with this fun challenge. 

The Home Systems Power Pack - This digital library is jam-packed with actionable workbooks, guides, pdfs, worksheets and more so you can start to make real progress in your home!

Tidy Home Academy - When you're ready to take your home & life to the next level, Tidy Home Academy will get you there. This life-changing course will help you declutter, organize, & create systems so your home can run on autopilot.

Wannabe Minimalist Family - come join my private group filled with amazing people just like you who are on their journey toward minimalism and simplifying.

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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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