Opening Bible verse: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Vacation days are precious! If you're planning on taking vacation days this year to declutter, you'll want to make the most of them. On today's podcast episode I share seven steps to take before your day(s) off to ensure a successful decluttering session(s).

In summary:

Step 1. Define Success with Clear, Measurable Goals

Step 2. Nourish Your Body and Mind

Step 3. Hire Accountability

Step 4. Gather Materials Ahead of Time

Step 5. Practice Ahead of Time

Step 6. Get lots of Sleep the Night Before

Step 7. Take lots of Before and After Photos to Track Your Progres

This year we are doing my group coaching course together via this podcast! It's free and it only gets better as the year progresses.

In January we began with God at the center of our day and our home. We worked to build the habit of a morning prayer routine. I highly recommend the rosary. It’s only about 20 minutes and you’ll meditate on the whole life of Jesus.

February is the month of decluttering. Saturday episodes have been added to focus on decluttering in the kitchen. Each month will have a different focus area and the Saturday episodes will help you focus on one small section of that room.

If you're new here, welcome and give this first episode of 2026 a listen to hear where to begin:

316. Your 2026 Life Overhaul Plan: Faith, Clutter, Debt, Diet and More!

If you've never prayed a rosary or you want to see how you can incorporate it into active decluttering, here is the first episode of my rosary declutter series from last summer.

288. Summer Declutter Series Week

Just getting started on your decluttering journey? Give this episode a listen before you begin:

322. Guidelines to Decluttering

***Are you so overwhelmed with clutter that you find yourself unable to make any decisions? Do you plan on decluttering only to find yourself standing in a room confused about where to start? Are you hoping motivation will strike and you’ll get it all done in one weekend? If this sounds like you, let’s work together.

Book a one hour virtual coaching session via Zoom. Together we craft a decluttering plan and I walk you through the process. You’ll complete much of the decluttering on your own time at your own pace. I just give you the roadmap and the accountability. Cost $77 per hour.

Virtual Coaching Schedule

Not sure what you need? No problem! Book a complimentary 15 minute clarity call. We’ll meet via Zoom and see if working with me would benefit you.

Email me at: tightshipmama@gmail.com to schedule a time.

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