643 – Before It's Too Late: Why Now is the Time to Deal with Your Clutter

Have you ever looked around your home and felt that knot in your stomach, thinking, "I don't want to leave this mess for my kids." In this poignant episode, Kathi Lipp welcomes literary agent and editor Kathleen Kerr to share her experience cleaning out her great aunt's home. After her great aunt's passing, Kathleen and her family faced the overwhelming task of sorting through decades of accumulated items in a historic Maine farmhouse where nothing had left since the 1930s. Kathleen discusses how her family approached this daunting project, working in teams to tackle different rooms while processing their grief and complex emotions. Listeners will discover: How to navigate family dynamics when dealing with heirlooms The importance of asking for help before situations become unmanageable How this experience has changed Kathleen's own approach to keeping family mementos. The episode offers practical advice for listeners who might face similar situations, while also providing a compassionate look at how hoarding affects both the individual and their loved ones. Order your copy of Sabbath Soup here and sign up to receive your free ebook featuring four week’s worth of easy meal plans and delicious recipes. Click here to be notified when the next podcast episode is released! Also, stay up to date and sign up here to receive our newsletter. Guests: Kathleen Kerr Links Mentioned: https://member.organize365.com/shop Clutter Free Resources: Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group Join our members-only Clutter Free for Life Facebook Group Order Sabbath Soup here and sign up to receive your free ebook featuring four weeks’ worth of easy meal plans and delicious recipes. Let's stay connected To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below. Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes or subscribe to our newsletter now.  

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