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The Guilt-Free Guide to Letting…

The Guilt-Free Guide to Letting…

Jun 1, 20254 min read

Growing up in a family where keeping things “just in case” was…

12 Reasons You’re Afraid To…

12 Reasons You’re Afraid To…

Jun 1, 20257 min read

Decluttering can feel overwhelming, and it’s normal to have a lot of…

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12 Types of Clutter That…

Jun 1, 20256 min read

Clutter is more than just a messy space; it can quietly impact…

Why I Stopped Color-Coding My…

Why I Stopped Color-Coding My…

Jun 1, 20255 min read

Looking back, I have to laugh at myself. There I was, 34…

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11 Reasons You’ll Never Miss…

Jun 1, 20256 min read

Letting go of stuff can feel harder than it actually is. You…

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17 Things We Wish You…

May 31, 20259 min read

Donating items feels good, but not everything you give is actually useful…

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12 Excuses That Keep You…

May 31, 20256 min read

Everyone has that one spot in their home or workspace that seems…

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12 Ways Clutter Is Destroying…

May 31, 20257 min read

Clutter surrounds many of us, often without us even noticing how much…

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8 Smart Storage Solutions I…

May 31, 20254 min read

Two months ago, I hit my breaking point. After reaching for a…

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15 Things You’re Hoarding That…

May 31, 20258 min read

You might not realize it, but some everyday items you’re holding onto…

About Me
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Madison Cates

Mom, Wife, Minimalist.

Join me in my journey to declutter my life and live a simply beautiful life.

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Woman Says Her In-Laws Are Ruining Christmas on Purpose
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Why Christmas Budgets Are Tighter Than Ever