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Encouragement to live with less clutter & more intention from Shannon Leyko, host of the top-charting podcast Paring Down.

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A Detailed Breakdown of How I Get Everything Done

As I settle into Finland and get back in a routine, I'm reestablishing the freedom that comes with intentional planning.

Fighting Impulse Purchases the Cause Clutter

Why is it so tempting to buy more than we need??

The Personality Trait Every Woman Seems to Have Except Me

I know all of us feel "different" in some ways...but sometimes I feel like the only woman on earth who doesn't naturally put herself last.

Did I Just Find My Next Book Idea?

I'm not sure this idea is brilliant or ridiculous...but I can't stop thinking about it.

I Was Recently Reminded It's Not "Normal" to Live a Decluttered Life

Sharing a little story of meeting new friends in Finland and how my decluttered life affects the way I can relate to other people.

I Think I'm Afraid of Having Bold Opinions

Do I actually hold strong opinions, but I’m too scared to admit them…even to myself?

I'm Changing How I Write This Substack

There's a tug on my heart that’s nudging me to write as ME again, not as Shannon Leyko the Decluttering Queen.

The Calm of a Bare-Essentials Hotel Room

A little inspiration to declutter from the three bedroom apartment we're living in until our move to Finland.

Good News: You Don't Have to Declutter Perfectly

Decluttering before our move to Finland reminded me that our willingness to let go changes over time, and that's not a sign of previous failure.

It's Hard to Feel Mad When You Feel Like You're Part of Something Big

I was not my best self this past weekend...but there was a pretty simple solution to turning things around.