The Decluttering Experiment

Bonus Episode: Join Wendy as she explains how she calculated Jill's composite score. You can learn how to calculate your own score by responding to the statements below and listening to this episode.Ranking Range: 1 - Not at all true for me vs. 10 - Completely true for me.1. My house is cluttered.2. Items in my house have a designated spot3. Fewer items are coming into my house than are leaving my house.4. I have space in my closets and drawers.5.  XXX6. I feel good about entertaining guests in my home.7. If company is coming I can tidy up in 30 minutes or less.8. Dusting and cleaning is easy to do in my house.9. I am easily distracted.10. I feel peace in my life.11. I am making progress decluttering.12. XXX13. XXX14. I live in chaos.15. XXXIf you need help calculating your score please send your number values to each of the above statements to Wendy [email protected]

Join Wendy and Jill for the quarterly check-in and to see Jill's new composite score with the experiment.It's episode #13. Jill hopes it is not jinxed.They first talk about recent decluttering in Jill's garage.After that, Wendy reads Jill the statements from episode 1. How much has Jill improved? Tune in to find out.Make sure you listen to the last 2 minutes as they catch an error in the composite score.

In this episode Wendy and Jill talk minimalism in traveling, decluttering Dad's garage, and 3 things that came back into their lives. Trust that if you let it go, it could come back. Also they share 2 tips from "Goodbye, Things" by Fumio Sasaki.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]

Jill has a new DIY project planned for her laundry room. But first it needs a major decluttering. Can Wendy help Jill?Then, Jill plays the teacher role as Wendy has 4 items she is struggling to let go. Can Jill help Wendy?Follow us on Instagram @thedecluttering experimentEmail us your questions or comments to [email protected]

Bonus Alert: This is your Ten Minute Timer episode to listen to as you are doing your Daily Ten Minute Timer Challenge.Wendy and Jill provide tips, questions to ask while decluttering, and motivation for your new challenge. The best part is this episode is exactly 10 Minutes. Enjoy and Happy Decluttering!

The results are in! Join Wendy and Jill as they reveal their numbers from the 30 day "Decluttering Experiment Challenge". Do they beat their goals? Who comes out on top? Jill needs a good challenge, so they have come up with a new 30 day challenge to keep her motivated.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected] to Ask Before You Purchase an Item1. Will it add value to my life?2. Is this the best use of my money?3. Do I already own something I can use instead of this item?4. Can I get by without it for awhile?5. Can I borrow it or buy it used?6. Where will it live in my home?

Join Wendy and Jill and Houseguest Heather as they chat about all the progress (or not!) that Jill has made. You have to listen to find out the scoop. Jill and Heather also take Wendy's "I Still Have" Quiz. Who comes out on top? Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]'s "I Still Have Quiz"Score 1 point for each "Yes" answer.1. I still have a high school or college yearbook.2. I still have clothing I would never wear again.3. I still have a musical instrument that has not been played in 3 years.4. I still have holiday decorations that have not been put out in 3 years.5. I still have exercise equipment that has not been used in 3 years.6. I still have books that have not been read or referenced in 3 years.7. I still have toys or games that have not been played with in 3 years.8. I still have a kitchen appliance or tool that has not been used in 3 years.9. I still have VHS, DVDs, or similar that have not been watched in 3 years.10. I still have records, cassettes, or CDs that have not been listened to in 3 years.11. I still have boxes stored away that I have not opened in 3 years. (1 bonus point for 5 years & 2 bonus points for 10 years)

Jill spends the week getting ready for her weekend guest. Is she ready to host Heather?Learn what progress Jill has made. Also Wendy shares 3 tried and true methods to deal with clutter.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]

Wendy helps Jill build decluttering momentum as together they clear out clutter in Jill's living room. Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]

Jill likes to shuffle & shift things, but it is the decluttering experiment, not the shuffling and shifting experiment. Wendy and Jill tackle Jill's kitchen. Learn what they accomplished in one hour.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail questions or comments to [email protected]

The sisters decide to supercharge their decluttering by introducing 2 thirty-day challenges.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentContact the sisters at [email protected]

Jill gets motivated to declutter on her own. How does she do? The sisters discuss Jill's recent decluttering experience and more about the One In - One Out Rule.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentSend questions or comments to [email protected]

What can be accomplished in 30 minutes in the kitchen and 30 minutes in the garage? Join Wendy and Jill as they kick off "The Decluttering Experiment."Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]

Wendy & Jill recall childhood clutter lessons and update listeners on recent decluttering experiences.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]

Introducing Wendy and Jill and The Decluttering Experiment. Join 2 sisters as they begin their journey to help Jill declutter her whole house and take back her life and peace of mind.Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected] statements for Jill that were asked in this podcast are found below.1 = Not at all True for me10 = Completely True for meMy house is cluttered.Items in my house have a designated spot.Fewer items are coming into my house than are leaving my house.I have space in my closets and drawers.I practice the One-In, One-Out Rule.I feel good about entertaining guests in my home.If company is coming, I can tidy up in 30 minutes or less.Dusting and cleaning is easy to do in my house.I am easily distracted.I feel peace in my life.I am making progress decluttering.My dogs are calm.I have enough.I live in chaos.My headaches are declining in frequency & duration.

Enjoy our trailer for The Decluttering Experiment: 2 Sisters, 1 Project. Follow us on Instagram @thedeclutteringexperimentEmail us at [email protected]