How to Live Clutter-Free: Your Top Questions Answered (Ep 275)

About the episode

Struggling with decluttering guilt, digital overload, or an overstuffed social calendar? In this Q&A episode of Wannabe Clutter Free, Deanna Yates shares fresh, practical strategies for saying no, setting digital boundaries, and telling the difference between true organizing and disguised clutter, all while leaning into intentional living.


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Feeling weighed down by more than just “stuff”? In this special Q&A episode of Wannabe Clutter Free...

I’m answering YOUR questions about:

  • How to move past guilt when decluttering sentimental or expensive items

  • Saying no to too many social invitations without losing friends

  • Managing digital clutter and notification overload

  • Knowing the difference between organizing and disguising clutter

This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you live more intentionally and create a clutter-free life you love.

Time Stamps:

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


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


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About Deanna Yates

Based in San Diego, CA, Deanna helps high-achieving moms clear the clutter from their homes and lives.

Through coaching, courses, summits, and her top-ranked Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, she supports modern women in building organized, peaceful homes where they can thrive.


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