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Dana K White from ASlobComesClean.com shares reality-based cleaning, decluttering and organizing tips based on her own deslobification process. As she finds ways to keep her own home under control she shares cleaning, decluttering, and organizing strategies, that work in real life. And she's funny.
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- 566 - 531: Calling the Bluff DeclutteringThu, 08 Oct 2026 - 30min
- 565 - 530: My New 5 Step Anti-Procrastination ProcessThu, 01 Oct 2026 - 34min
- 564 - 529: The Difference Between Not Enough and BetterThu, 24 Sep 2026 - 37min
- 563 - 528: Beating Procrastination Doesn't Necessarily Equal ProductivityThu, 17 Sep 2026 - 50min
- 562 - 527: Effectiveness Vs. Efficiency
Oh how we (clutter strugglers and procrastinators) are obsessed with (the idea of) efficiency! We love the idea of shaving off unnecessary minutes. We love the idea of making big progress quickly. But in the name of efficiency, we end up procrastinating. It comes down to this: a method isn't efficient if it isn't effective. (Sorry.)
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Thu, 10 Sep 2026 - 35min - 561 - 526: This is a Sass-Friendly Decluttering Method
If your default reaction is sass, this episode is for you. I get a little sassy when faced with a task I don’t want to do. But thankfully, the No Mess Decluttering Method is sass-friendly.
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Thu, 03 Sep 2026 - 31min - 560 - 525: Extra Space Isn't Extra
Oh, how I used to LOVE the idea of extra space. But I loved the idea because I wanted to fill it! Now, I see extra space as necessary. It's not available for more stuff, it's taken up by all the things I need to be able to do in that space.
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Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - 32min - 559 - 524: Piles Blocking Take It There Now, a Craft Room Full of Fabric, and a Late Husband's Last Box
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about piles blocking Take It There Now, a craft room that's taken over by fabric, and what to do with a late husband's last box, plus much more.
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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 - 50min - 558 - 523: Fear of Others Filling Your Decluttered Spaces, Decluttering Books, and Teens' Messy BedroomsThu, 13 Aug 2026 - 35min
- 557 - 522: When Your Husband Won't Declutter, Shame When You Fall Off Track, and Helping Elderly Parents
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about when your husband won't declutter, shame when you fall off track, and helping elderly parents declutter, plus much more.
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Thu, 06 Aug 2026 - 41min - 556 - 521: Already Made Piles and Now It's Worse, Emotionally Detaching from Objects, and Hitting a Wall at 50 Percent
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about already making piles and making things worse, emotionally detaching from objects, and hitting a wall at 50 percent, plus much more.
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Thu, 30 Jul 2026 - 33min - 555 - 520: Feeling Sad After Decluttering, Decluttering During Divorce, and ADHD and Getting Started
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about feeling sad after decluttering, decluttering during divorce, and ADHD and getting started, plus much more.
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Thu, 23 Jul 2026 - 48min - 554 - 519: January Declutter Crash, Pantry and Food Storage, and Family Cluttering Up Your Progress
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about a January declutter crash, pantry and food storage, and family members cluttering up your progress, plus much more.
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Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 33min - 553 - 518: Neighbor Anxiety When Hauling Stuff Out, a Spouse Who Won't Declutter, and Faster Decisions
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about feeling anxious when hauling stuff out for the neighbors to see, a spouse who won't declutter, and making faster decluttering decisions, plus much more.
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Thu, 09 Jul 2026 - 53min - 552 - 517: Clearing Out a Parent's Home, ADHD and Take It There Now, and a Basement Full of Brand-New Stuff
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about clearing out a parent's home when they have dementia, ADHD and Take It There Now, and a basement full of brand-new stuff, plus much more.
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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 - 50min - 551 - 516: The Mismatched Sock Bin, Guilt Over Decluttering Gifts, and Take It There Now When It's Already Full
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about the mismatched sock bin, guilt over decluttering gifts, and Take It There Now when everything is already full, plus much more.
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Thu, 25 Jun 2026 - 43min - 550 - 515: No Motivation to Declutter, Keeping Up After a Big Clean, and Teenagers' Messy Rooms
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August. This episode includes my answers to questions about having no motivation to declutter, keeping up after a big clean, and teenagers' messy rooms, plus much more.
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Thu, 18 Jun 2026 - 37min - 549 - 514: ADHD and Object Permanence, Generational Family Photos, and Grief and Clutter
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August. This episode includes my answers to questions about ADHD and object permanence, generational family photos, and grief and clutter, plus much more.
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Thu, 11 Jun 2026 - 48min - 548 - 513: Clutter with No Home, a Loved One's Belongings, and Decluttering a Stubborn Family Member
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back to our regular format mid-August. This episode includes my answers to questions about clutter that has no home, dealing with a loved one's belongings after loss, and decluttering a stubborn family member, plus much more.
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Thu, 04 Jun 2026 - 40min - 547 - 512: Decluttering Journals, Clothes Between Sizes, and Take It There Now with Limited EnergyThu, 28 May 2026 - 32min
- 546 - 511: How Do You Make Decluttering Progress When Your Routine is Unpredictable
How in the world can you declutter when your routine has flown out the window?! Here’s how! I’m going over the No Mess Decluttering Method so you can have a refresher (or an intro if you’re new) into how it all works, how the steps work together, and how this method is THE way to make real, sustainable decluttering progress even when your schedule is unpredictable.
One Hour Better YouTube Playlist
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Thu, 21 May 2026 - 47min - 545 - 510: Back to the Basics, but What Exactly Are the Basics?
As we head into the time of year when many routines change, it’s more important than ever to know exactly what the basics are so you can focus on them. The basics are the way to start changing your home and the way to maintain any progress you make.
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Thu, 14 May 2026 - 31min - 544 - 509: Getting Unstuck in Overwhelming Decluttering Situations
In this episode, we:
Talk about cleaning the guest room
Address what you do when you have furniture you want to get rid of, but you can’t physically remove it
Cover what to do about her husband's doom roomPre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Thu, 07 May 2026 - 38min - 543 - 508: Decluttering Closets and Clothing
In this episode:
We talk about decluttering your closet and how to help make decisions about what to get rid of and what just needs to be put away
We address how you know when it is actually the container that is too small or if we still just have too much stuff
We cover suggestions on how to make the most of your time without feeling resentful, especially when you have a large amount of time off (ie: teacher/summer)
Check out the before and after photos of the closet we talked about in this session on the blog post HERE! She followed the advice and made such amazing progress!
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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 - 54min - 542 - 507: Helping Others Declutter
I get so many questions about how to help others declutter. Sometimes the “others” want help, and sometimes they don’t. Today, I’m answering several of these questions.
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Thu, 23 Apr 2026 - 36min - 541 - 506: Your Laundry Questions Answered
I’m answering questions people have asked about ways they get tripped up on getting laundry under control. If you’ve struggled with laundry, I think you’ll find this helpful!
Large Family Laundry Day - It CAN be done!
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Thu, 16 Apr 2026 - 35min - 540 - 505: Hotelifying: Making It Easier for Others in Your Home to Keep It Neat
I had a conversation with a friend who was going to be gone for a period of time and her goal is to make it as easy as possible for her home to stay under control while she’s not there. I loved what she said, and it makes me think about how it should always be our goal to make it easier for the other people living in our homes to keep it neat.
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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 - 29min - 539 - 504: Hobbies: Time to Give vs. Stolen Time
Those of us who struggle with clutter are interesting people who are interested in so many things! One of the most frustrating things about clutter and a home out of control is that it feels like it eats up so much time we’d rather spend doing other things.
Today I’m talking about how much time was freed up by doing my dishes every day. By decluttering. It doesn’t make sense at first glance so let’s go deeper than a glance.
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Thu, 02 Apr 2026 - 36min - 538 - 503: Minimizing Decluttering Regret
I've been thinking a lot about my husband's comment about what he regrets decluttering. Having a set method to declutter that allows me to make fact-based decisions about what stays and what goes makes such a difference in minimizing decluttering regret.
Methodical vs. Maniacal blog post
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Thu, 26 Mar 2026 - 35min - 537 - 502: Working In Cleaning Routines
We're heading into spring, so lots of people are thinking about cleaning. I'm answering questions about working cleaning into your routines. From deep cleaning to everyday cleaning, what matters and how to make it happen!
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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 - 27min - 536 - 501: Answering Questions About Selling
I get lots of questions about selling stuff vs donating, so today I’m answering some of them. From tips for having a good garage sale to navigating other people’s desire to sell instead of donate, we’ll cover it all.
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Thu, 12 Mar 2026 - 30min - 535 - 254: Easy Meal Ideas
Have you been cooking more than you’ve ever cooked in your life? I’m going over the basics on how I make it easier to get dinner on the table quickly, night after night after night after . . . I’m also sharing some super basic recipes and ideas for meals that are easy to put […]
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Thu, 07 May 2020 - 35min - 534 - 500: Talking with Bob - Decluttering Regrets, Moving, Empty Nest, and More
It’s episode 500, so my husband is joining me! We talked about how much better things function now in our home. I asked him if he had any decluttering regrets, and his answer led to a great conversation.
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Thu, 05 Mar 2026 - 27min - 533 - 499: Adjusting to Smaller Space & Larger Struggles
Today’s guest is a full-time caregiver living in a much smaller space than she once had. But holding on to things that represent a previous identity are making it hard to embrace the things that would/could give her joy in her current reality. We discussed how to focus on small successes to instead of big and daunting goals.
Dana's new children's book - Winnie's Pile of Pillows - is HERE! Order now!
Dana's new children's book - Winnie's Pile of Pillows - is HERE! Order now!
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Thu, 26 Feb 2026 - 57min - 532 - 498: The Power of Negative Thinking
I’m a big fan of Realistic Positivity. That’s positivity that’s based in knowing what to do and how to do it. Positivity is powerful. But so is negativity. If your automatic reaction is negative, here’s how to recognize the impact of that negativity and what to do to move forward.
477: Noncommittal Experimentation
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Thu, 19 Feb 2026 - 39min - 531 - 497: Working Through Family Treasures
In this episode, we discuss:
How you stay/get motivated to keep decluttering when you’re busy or tired.
How to save memories from ancestors/family when you don’t think your kids will value them like you do.
What to do with artwork done by family that you don’t have room to hang up in your smaller house.
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Thu, 12 Feb 2026 - 50min - 530 - 496: Ricochet Decluttering
It can feel like every decluttering decision you make will be as hard as the ones you’re making right now. But if you look for opportunties to make your decluttering decisions ricochet, you’ll see how much it can make your decluttering speed up! And it will help you WIN in this battle against your stuff!
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Thu, 05 Feb 2026 - 40min - 529 - 495: Decluttering Difficulties or Step-Skipping?Thu, 29 Jan 2026 - 34min
- 528 - 494: 52 Things I’ve Learned in 52 Years - Just Kidding, 5
It’s my 52nd birthday! I’m sharing 5 things that I’ve learned in my five decades! Mostly about decluttering, but also about life.
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Thu, 22 Jan 2026 - 31min - 527 - 493: Going Beyond Survival Mode
In this conversation, my guest has a newborn and is feeling overwhelmed. We talk about where to focus and how to reframe success to make it possible to start.
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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 - 47min - 526 - 492: Creativity & Clutter
If you struggle with clutter, there’s a high likelihood that you are creative! Not all creative people struggle with clutter, but most people who struggle with clutter are creative. I’m talking about the relationship between clutter and creativity and how to go about decluttering when you see the possibilities in everything!
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Thu, 08 Jan 2026 - 34min - 525 - 491: What to Do Differently (or Not) in the New Year (or Anytime)
It's natural to think about changes you want to make in the new year. I've found that identifying small things I can do differently helps increase the chances that changes will last.
The Container Concept YouTube Video
The Myth of Consistency podcast episode
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Thu, 01 Jan 2026 - 32min - 524 - 490: 4 Reasons the No Mess Decluttering Process Works for Kids (and Anyone)
I hope you’ve been having a wonderful holiday season! If you’re determined to tackle decluttering with your kids (or with anyone), here are some of the reasons why using the No Mess Decluttering Process with others, even kids, is so effective. Use this process to make decluttering as simple, easy, and argument-free as possible!
https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/winnie
https://youtu.be/_24PoIZSmVs?si=-INY-zPnAxjWrl3-
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Thu, 25 Dec 2025 - 40min - 523 - 489: Decluttering Successfully with Autism and ADHDThu, 18 Dec 2025 - 49min
- 522 - 488: Gifts Plus Decluttering
I’m answering questions around the theme of dealing with gifts while you’re actively decluttering your home!
Do you have any tips for dealing with gifts? After every holiday, I end up with a pile of items in the garage that were given with love, but I have no use for or room for.What do you do with very personalized gifts you don't want to keep? They're too nice to throw away but it feels weird to donate.How do I declutter items my son made as gifts for me that I no longer like. My son still lives with me, they are displayed in the living area and I don't want to hurt his feelings but would love to re-decorate this space.What do I do when “gifts” (receiving & giving) is the love language of everyone in my household?I *tried* to do an alternative to gifts this year. Joke's on me, hubby still bought everyone gifts, kids still bought everyone gifts, apparently Mom is a Grinch trying to steal Christmas.My mother in law knows how far we've come decluttering and simplifying and she knows I usually say no to most items she offers. What do I do with these highly sentimental gifts we never wanted?I’m having a hard time getting rid of gifted Christmas ornaments — even when I know they haven’t made it on the tree in the past few years.Take Your House Back is on SALE!
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Thu, 11 Dec 2025 - 31min - 521 - 487: Decluttering (Not Organizing) the Calendar
Beth is a Mental Health Professional with a very busy schedule in a family of people who also have very busy schedules. We discuss how to apply the decluttering process to her calendar to free up more time for decluttering her house!
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Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 49min - 520 - 486: Function. Important Everywhere. Essential in the Kitchen.
Function is so important in the kitchen because it is a space that needs to be used every day! Decluttering with function in mind will take you far. I’m answering these questions about decluttering in the kitchen:
I love to bake! I must have every size, shape, and type of cake pan and sheet pan ever made! But I "know" that the minute I donate them, I'll kick myself because someone will request something, and I'll either have to buy another pan or turn down the request. Thoughts?What kinds of things do you or people you have worked with keep in the upper corner kitchen cabinets? They are awkwardly sized, and the back area is hard to reach.Our most visible space is our kitchen. This is the main door we use and the door visitors use. It seems like such a big project. Any advice to help me focus on seeing progress on anything?What do you think about storing new kitchen items until I build my "forever" home? We currently have a temporary pantry sitting in the living room to house extra food, which is super ugly and weird. Do I keep my ugly pantry until I have eaten all this weird stuff?Pre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - 40min - 519 - 485: Holiday and Hosting Decluttering
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
What is the best way to downsize/go through Christmas stuff?I am doing your "14 Days to Opening Your Front Door to Guests." It is lovely, and if I didn't have anything else to do, I am sure I could accomplish it. What do I do about all the random holiday activities that take up time I need for my room cleaning schedule?How do I tell the difference between everyday holiday chaos and a sign my house isn’t nearly as “under control” as I thought it was?How do I get the quantity of linens down when we often have guests who need a sheet set on a mattress or extra pillow cases, and it's hard to estimate what we will need? I’m tempted to keep more.Please show me how to declutter my ornaments! I feel everything is sentimental. Help!Pre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 - 33min - 518 - 484: Redefining My House's Happy Ending
Guilt-free rest is the very best perk of having a decluttered home. I didn’t know that when I started decluttering, so I’m sharing it with you now.
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Thu, 13 Nov 2025 - 39min - 517 - 483: Permission to LearnThu, 06 Nov 2025 - 29min
- 516 - 482: Scary Clutter Problems Solved
I remember being scared that I’d never figure out how to get my house under control! I was petrified of someone ringing my doorbell without warning! This week, I’m sharing some common fears around decluttering and how to remove those fears!
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Thu, 30 Oct 2025 - 37min - 515 - 481: Collection? Or Investment?
We (those of us who struggle with clutter) tend to love collections! But we also know they can get out of control. I’m talking about collecting in a way that doesn’t send the house spiraling into clutter.
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Thu, 23 Oct 2025 - 45min - 514 - 480: Real People, Real Progress - Lessons from the Kindred Spirits
I am doing something kind of fun. As you know, I have a Patreon group, and we had an in-person retreat. I asked some of them if they would come on and share a pivotal or transformational moment for them in their own process of getting their home under control. It's all private, but they've agreed to do this for the podcast. And I think it's really fun to hear from others what has been the difference maker for them.
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Thu, 16 Oct 2025 - 35min - 513 - 479: Q&A - When Decluttering Feels Endless, Plus Stairs, Cards, and Kids’ Toys
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
Due to some kitchen updates, I had to empty out my kitchen cabinets. Since I got everything out of the cabinets, I feel like it's a perfect time to declutter and reorganize!! How should I tackle this whole kitchen?I've decluttered a ton. I'm pretty happy with how far I've gone, but I can't help feeling that I could go further, even though I have plenty of space for the things that I have. Any thoughts on this?My family of 7 lives in a 2-story home. All of our bedrooms are located upstairs, and it’s a constant struggle to get the kids to take their laundry, toys, and personal items upstairs. Do you have any suggestions for making this process easier?I don't know what to do with the greeting cards I get from my husband and children. I feel guilty about throwing them out, but realistically, they have no home! Please help!My biggest struggle is with dishes. I wash them as I need them, like you said, you do clothes when they are all dirty. I am physically unable to stand or sit for the required hours it would take to complete them. Help!I need more walking space in my apartment. I started decluttering the dining room and behind my living room chair. But, the items I am keeping are on the dining table, because I can't get into the spare room where I'd look for them first. Should I have started with the room I knew I would look in first for those things?I have two questions. First, what do I do with "donations" when in my area, there is no place to donate to? I've searched countless times and asked many people. Second, how do you deal with people in your home shaming you for decluttering? Your "take it there now" method allows me to do something without making the situation worse. It only gets better if that's the only task that gets done. Thank you.How do you deal with toy clutter? My daughter is 3 years old, and the toys that deserve shelf space change every day. How do I (or we) choose what to keep?Pre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Thu, 09 Oct 2025 - 30min - 512 - 478: Q&A - Function Over Minimalism and the Power of the First Steps
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com.
How can I plunk my homeschool routine in the middle of my dailies, progress with decluttering, and other housekeeping tasks without it all falling apart?How do you prevent yourself from “going there” with your emotions? You said you have a lot of emotions about things. I get that!When I’m going through my closet, I find items that I love. How do you part with items you love that you had put away for another time?Can you please talk about getting rid of pieces of a set (like a set of dishes)?How do I get to the next step when nothing really has a home?What do I do with pages of notes and handouts that I have from various sources, such as meetings with health coaches, food webinars, gardening webinars, and decorating tips?What are some ideas if your kids always wear through specific categories of clothes before the next laundry day?Do I consider the five steps before I purchase an item that I don't necessarily need, such as clothing or home decor?I helped a friend declutter, and it has returned. I love your concepts, but I am afraid I will not present your solutions to her successfully. Please help?We just moved from a 2-bedroom apartment to a 4-bedroom house with a basement, garage, and attic. How do I "declutter" when I'm not hitting the walls of the container?Is it possible to have a clutter threshold so low you can’t get below it? Any amount of clutter makes me feel like everything is out of control. This makes me feel overwhelmed, so the clutter continues to increase.Pre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Thu, 02 Oct 2025 - 35min - 511 - 477: Noncommittal Experimentation
The goal of noncommittal experimentation is to remove the pressure that I feel that keeps me from doing anything.
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Thu, 25 Sep 2025 - 37min - 510 - 476: The House You Have is the House You Have
I’ve stayed in multiple homes lately, including a shipping container tiny home! That has made me think a LOT about what I want in a home and how to get there.
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Thu, 18 Sep 2025 - 36min - 509 - 475: Container Concept and Creativity
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
How do you apply the container concept for certain items that some people would tie/fold and others would let loose such as cables and linens? I just feel frozen and I don't know how to decide what to tackle first. What are some suggestions to help my mind move forward?How do I deal with decluttering under my daughter's bed, where you can't as easily see what is there?How do you work with family members who get mad when you ask where they'd look for something first? My husband and both kids (9 and 6) HATE this question.How do I figure out how to get things out that are A) still good, B) useful in this current season, and C) not necessarily something I have too much of?Any tips for when the issue is actually getting things out of the house? I live in Europe without a car and am limited to 30L of trash per week for my family of six.Pre-order my new book - Procrastinators Get Stuff Done!
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Thu, 11 Sep 2025 - 38min - 508 - 474: Decluttering When It’s All So InterestingLet go of your attachment to things and do the “one in/one out” rule.Change the way you look at your stuff.Keep your mind on track.
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Thu, 04 Sep 2025 - 51min - 507 - 473: My State of the Home Post-Summer 2025 Podcast
I'm back from my summer break! It's always helpful to assess my home and how it's functioning for me in my current stage of life. As we move college kids in and then out again, I find myself incredibly thankful for all the decluttering I've done!
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Thu, 28 Aug 2025 - 31min - 506 - 472: Defining "Under Control"
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about clutter thresholds, dealing with trash, defining "Under Control,” and much more.
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Thu, 21 Aug 2025 - 43min - 505 - 471: Closets, Laundry, and 5 Minute Pickups
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about Take It There Now, overwhelming closets, 5-minute pick-ups, laundry challenges, plus much more.
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Thu, 14 Aug 2025 - 39min - 504 - 470: Helping Others and Books
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about house issues, others helping, organizing tubs, family members, books, plus much more.
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Thu, 07 Aug 2025 - 48min - 503 - 469: Attics, Basements, and Container ConceptThu, 31 Jul 2025 - 50min
- 502 - 468: Breaking Through Decluttering Plateaus (and More)
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about decluttering plateaus and thresholds, home renovations, spouse clutter, plus much more.
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Thu, 24 Jul 2025 - 48min - 501 - 467: Too Cluttered to Take it There Now, Decluttering Journals, and Guiding Multiple People Through the 5 Steps
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about too cluttered to Take it There Now, decluttering journals, guiding multiple people through the Five Steps, plus much more.
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Thu, 17 Jul 2025 - 46min - 500 - 466: Turning Sentimental Clutter Into Displays, To-Do Lists, and Step 2 Before Step 1
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about turning sentimental clutter into displays, to-do lists, step 2 before step 1, plus much more.
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Thu, 10 Jul 2025 - 50min - 499 - 465: Extra Bedding, Things That Need Repairs, and Extra binsThu, 03 Jul 2025 - 44min
- 498 - 464: Digital Photos, Decluttering Clothes After Weight Loss, and Household Challenges with "Where Would I Look For It First?"
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about digital photos, decluttering clothes after weight loss, household challenges with Where Would I Look For It First, plus much more.
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Thu, 26 Jun 2025 - 50min - 497 - 463: Basement & Attic Decluttering, Retirement Changes, and Dealing with Craft Supplies
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August. This episode includes my answers to questions about basement and attic decluttering, retirement changes, and dealing with craft supplies, plus much more.
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Thu, 19 Jun 2025 - 49min - 496 - 462: Advice for Spouses & Family, Mobility Challenges & Elderly Parents, Decluttering Sentimental Family History Items
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August. This episode includes my answers to questions about advice for Spouses and family, mobility challenges and elderly parents, decluttering sentimental family history items, plus much more.
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Thu, 12 Jun 2025 - 51min - 495 - 461: Preparing for Guests, How to Break a Stall, "My Container is Too Big!"
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about preparing for guests, how to break a stall, and my container is too big, plus much more!
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Thu, 05 Jun 2025 - 49min - 494 - 460: Teaching Children the Method, Dealing with Clothes, and What To Do with Empty Space
As always, I'm taking time off during the summer. This year, though, we're trying something new! We're sharing the audio of previous live Q&As that I did on YouTube. If you only listen to the podcast, this will be all new to you! We'll be back with our regular format mid-August.
This episode includes my answers to questions about teaching children the method, dealing with clothes, and what to do with empty space, plus much more.
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Thu, 29 May 2025 - 1h 05min - 493 - 459: How to Keep Your House Under Control During Out-of-Routine Times
Summer is here! (Or almost here!) Even if your personal schedule isn't dictated by a school calendar, life generally looks different in the summer as many activities take breaks or change their schedules. If you've found a cleaning or decluttering routine that works, or you feel like you're finally gaining some much-coveted traction, this can be scary. So let's talk about what to do and where to focus during out of routine times.
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Thu, 22 May 2025 - 28min - 492 - 458: Tackling Your Decluttering Challenges
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
My whole house is pretty much under control now, except one thing: clothes. No matter what, they still get out of control all the time!What do I do when I find things that don’t belong in our home?To follow the container method and the progress -only method, how do we fill a tub or shelf with favorites till it’s full- without dumping everything on the floor first?How do you know when you’ve gone too far? How do you know when it is time to re-clutter?There are things I love to do in this space like take notes, make list, collect my thoughts, and imagine. Lately I have stopped writing almost completely because it is too much of an effort to go get what I need.Many times, things get left on the counter for weeks on end. Is this likely a clutter threshold issue because the place where the items belong is too cluttered to put things away? Or is it a "not taking it there now" issue?Decluttering advice for couples who are moving in together but have both previously lived in their own homes?Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 15 May 2025 - 31min - 491 - 457: Simplifying Tasks to Simplify LifestyleThu, 08 May 2025 - 33min
- 490 - 456: Legitimately Challenging Challenges
4 phrases/questions I can see right through.
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Thu, 01 May 2025 - 31min - 489 - 455: Kids, In-laws, Laundry, and More Questions Answered
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
If I want to declutter something but I also want to rearrange a room how do I avoid pulling everything out?How do I handle items that don't fit into the desired container even if it were empty?We are overflowing with kids books. What questions should I ask (and have my kids ask themselves) to decide which to keep and which to donate?My in laws house is jam packed. We will have the burden of cleaning it out. They have trouble with step 1 trash. Do I keep trying to encourage the steps or simply accept this as my burden?We need laundry tips: we cloth diaper a newborn and have to be doing laundry everyday, so laundry day isn’t an option right now.How do you do Step 1 (Trash), when there is, for example, a deep box of stuff, or a precarious pile of stuff?Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 24 Apr 2025 - 28min - 488 - 454: Tackling a Space Full of Generational Clutter
My guest today is a nurse who has helped others navigate grief, and she’s determined to tackle her own grief-related clutter. Included in the attic that houses several generations of difficult clutter are unfinished quilting projects that are reminders of the people she’d planned to give them to.
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Thu, 17 Apr 2025 - 43min - 487 - 453: Rhythms, Meals, Guilt, and Other Questions Answered
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
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What do you do when the 'take it there space' is cluttered?Advice to work on rhythms (groups of tasks assigned to time of day or room) when your life has no routine schedule?Meal planning suggestions when your life has no routine schedule?Managing decluttering guilt and overwhelm for other families homes?I am having trouble finding homes for so many different things that’s on my cluttered bedroom dresser. How do I find homes to “ take it there now “?My current problem is flat surfaces. How do I decide when it all fits but doesn’t look tidy?How and where do you store your wedding memories?Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 10 Apr 2025 - 32min - 486 - 452: How to Be Convinced to Declutter
Getting started is the hardest part. So how do you actually take that first step? How can you move from understanding how to declutter to actually decluttering?
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Thu, 03 Apr 2025 - 35min - 485 - 451: Declutter Without Making Decisions
Do you fear decluttering because you’re afraid of all the decisions you’ll need to make? I’ve heard decluttering referred to as delayed decisions. Good news! You can make a lot of decluttering progress without making any decisions at all. And if you follow my No Mess Decluttering Process, by the time you do have to make decluttering decisions, you’ll be a different person!
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Thu, 27 Mar 2025 - 34min - 484 - 450: Decluttering to Combine Households
Amy’s husband brought a lot of sentimental items when they combined households, but she has learned to handle it well. She’s now tackling her garage/storage that she wants to clear so she can park a new car.
In this episode we discuss:
Finding a new Clutter Threshold after combining households in her late 40'sLetting go of "valuable" and sentimental items out of storage that are never usedGetting her husband to let go of the empty tv boxes!Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 20 Mar 2025 - 49min - 483 - 449: Removing Containers, Decluttering with Others, and More of Your Questions Answered
I’m answering your decluttering questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com
When should we remove containers? For example, bookshelves, entryway tables, desks, buffets, china cabinets, etc.My hubby and I are following your steps. We have different "where would I look for it first" locations. Do you have any thoughts or advice?I am having trouble following your steps because I have three active children. Do you have any tips for finding time for a five-minute pickup?Do your strategies work for people who have cluttered homes due to having adhd?I need help getting rid of keepsake papers, old notebooks, greeting cards, travel brochures & sentimental letters from deceased relatives.How do I keep clutter out from under my bed or dressers? How do you throw useful/sentimental items in the trash?I want to clear out sentimental items, many of which are old pictures. I’m concerned I won’t be able to do the technical stuff, like scanning. Do you have any suggestions?Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 13 Mar 2025 - 27min - 482 - 448: Comparisons or Containers
Sometimes, advice that’s meant to be helpful isn’t actually helpful at all. And if you’re overwhelmed, you might not understand why the advice isn’t helpful and end up feeling worse.
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Thu, 06 Mar 2025 - 29min - 481 - 447: It Isn't Possible to Struggle with Duh Donations
My No Mess Decluttering Method takes the emotions out of decluttering. But that doesn’t mean you won’t feel them. Here’s what to do when you start feeling stressed about identifying things in the first three steps. Trash, Easy Stuff, and Duh Donations.
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Thu, 27 Feb 2025 - 32min - 480 - 446: ADHD & the No Mess Decluttering Process with Megs Crawford
The No Mess Decluttering Method works exceptionally well for those with ADHD, and today, we’re talking about why it works so well! I’m talking with ADHD expert Megs Crawford. I found this conversation fascinating, and I think you will too!
https://www.adhdwithjennafree.com/
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Thu, 20 Feb 2025 - 36min - 479 - 445: Learning to Trust Your Decluttering Instincts
My guest today has made so much progress, and now she wants to take what she’s learned outside!
In this episode, we discuss:
Create a new spot for something.....and remember it when I need it againApply the principles to cleaning and handling the next steps of maintenanceDeclutter the gardenWant to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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Thu, 13 Feb 2025 - 37min - 478 - 444: China, Closets, Cleaners, and More
This week, I’m answering your questions asked over at AskDanaKWhite.com. I’m talking about switching around kids' bedrooms, getting ready for a cleaner, families and Clutter Thresholds, and more!
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Thu, 06 Feb 2025 - 34min - 477 - 443: Forests, Trees, and Nail Holes
Those of us who struggle with clutter tend to be idealists. We want to do the very best thing. But obsessing over not making any mistakes, no matter how tiny, can end up defeating our efforts to get a space under control.
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Thu, 30 Jan 2025 - 45min - 476 - 442: How to Be a Maximalist
I’ve started to see the term “Maximalist” being used and celebrated. For those of us who love stuff, it’s tempting to rejoice that we’re back in style! But before you throw out the Donate Boxes and start gathering kitsch, let’s talk about how to be a maximalist whose home is under control.
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Thu, 23 Jan 2025 - 31min - 475 - 441: Your Unique Situation Affects Your Clutter Threshold
Have you ever dreamed of traveling around the country full-time? That’s what my guest today is doing. We talk about the unique challenges involved in needing to be able to haul everything you own.
In this episode, we discuss:
Dealing with Identity ClutterMaking it Possible to pack up the RV in an hourGetting rid of high-value stuffJoin a live 6 week decluttering workshop taught by one of Dana's certified coaches here!
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Thu, 16 Jan 2025 - 41min - 474 - 440: When Decluttering Snags Happen
Today, I’m answering questions you’ve asked over at AskDanaKWhite.com. The general theme of these questions is, “Oh no! I was decluttering, and then something happened that made it harder!”
So what if an item has a home, but you can’t “get” to its home because you are borderline approaching hoarder status?What do you do when you have an item that needs something done, e.g., an old laptop that needs stuff taken off before disposal or a photo album you want to chuck away, but you need to take all the photos out first?I do most of my decluttering during baby’s nap time (she sleeps in our room) or after all the kids are in bed. How do I avoid keep piles when there are so many things I can’t “take it there now”?How do I now downsize/remove containers from this point, even though everything has a home?I remember I have (something), and I need it but can’t find it. Help?!?!?Take Your House Back is on Sale!
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Thu, 09 Jan 2025 - 28min - 473 - 439: So How Long Did It Take to Declutter My House?
People often ask me how long it took me to “finish” decluttering. Spoiler: I’m not finished and I’ll never be finished and realizing that I’ll never be finished was incredibly helpful for me. But I am sharing my timeline of going from completely overwhelmed to feeling confident that I could handle my home.
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Thu, 02 Jan 2025 - 44min - 472 - 438: How to Make the Most of a Week with Nothing to Do But Declutter
A week with “nothing to do but declutter” feels like the answer to all of your house’s problems, right? But so many times, when these (rare) weeks actually happen, they end up flying by with little getting done. Today, I’m sharing how to make the most of weeks like this, realistically.
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Thu, 26 Dec 2024 - 47min - 471 - 437: There Really is No Secret to Keeping the House Under Control
It’s so easy to fall into the trap of thinking there has to be another, better way to keep the house under control. Unfortunately, there isn’t.
In this episode, we discuss:
Balance relaxing and keeping on top of thingsPurposefully changing the location of some things without ruining the “where would I look first” to better utilize the space in my homeConquering the car clutterTake Your House Back is on Sale!
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Thu, 19 Dec 2024 - 1h 00min - 470 - 436: Decluttering When You're in Less Than Ideal Circumstances
I'm answering some questions that were submitted at AskDanaKWhite.com. The general theme is that it's hard to declutter when circumstances aren't ideal. Lucky for us, the No Mess Decluttering Method works in any situation.
We live in an older home with zero closets, not for clothes, nothing for linens. I am struggling so hard with “take it there now” when nothing seems to have a home that makes sense.Do you have any suggestions for preparing for a time when I know I’ll have a lower clutter threshold, but I also know will be not-forever?I've been stuck renovating, moving boxes from room to room, and living in a "war-zone". How do I declutter if I am stuck in the never-ending painting/sanding jobs with very little energy left?How do I give myself the advantage of having a decluttered home from the start with all the chaos that comes with a move?Ask Your Questions Here!
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Thu, 12 Dec 2024 - 29min - 469 - 435: Why Understanding the Layers of a Clean House is So Helpful
My Layers of a Clean House video (below) is my most watched video. It gets very different reactions from different people. Today, I'm talking about why it is so important to understand the layers of a clean house.
Watch my Layers of a Clean House video here.
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Thu, 05 Dec 2024 - 33min - 468 - 434: Preparing the House for Special Events
I know! It’s Thanksgiving Day here in the US when this releases! But this is the time of year when special events may happen in your house, even if they don’t happen very often the rest of the year. I’m sharing my own prep for hosting a large family gathering even in the midst of busy life.
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Thu, 28 Nov 2024 - 32min - 467 - 433: 5 Minute Pickup or Declutter? Yes!
In this episode, we discuss:
Declutter my daughter's room and set her up with a routine for keeping it tidy.Successfully meal plan.Determine what to do with sentimental items.Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.
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