Transform Your Spring Cleaning with the Fastpitch Game!
In this episode of the JJs Declutter Podcast, we dive into our innovative Fastpitch Game—a rapid-fire method designed to help you declutter fast and efficiently during spring cleaning.
Whether you're a decluttering beginner, someone with ADHD who benefits from focused, quick bursts, or just looking for simple, actionable tips to organize your home, this episode is packed with motivational insights and practical steps.
🔗 Watch Now: Fastpitch Game & Spring Cleaning
What You'll Learn:
[00:00:06] Introduction & Overview:
Discover how the Fastpitch Decluttering Game can revolutionize your spring cleaning by turning clutter clearing into a fun, game-like challenge.
[00:00:42] Why Fastpitch Works for Everyone:
Learn why this rapid-decision method is perfect for decluttering beginners, individuals with ADHD, and anyone looking to bypass decision fatigue.
[00:01:04] The Fastpitch Method Explained:
Understand how to use a 1-minute timer to make fast, 2–3 second decisions on each item—transforming your approach to speed decluttering.
[00:04:07] The Four Key Categories:
Master the simple sorting system:
Safe: Keep items you love
Out: Store items elsewhere
Pitch: Toss out unwanted items
Out of the Park: Donate items in good condition
[00:05:07] Real-Life Spring Cleaning Scenarios:
See how to apply Fastpitch to everyday spaces like your living room and closet for immediate, noticeable progress.
[00:06:34] Customizing Your Approach:
Get tips on adjusting the timer (90 seconds or 2 minutes) if needed, ensuring the method works for your unique pace and physical needs.
[00:07:28] Overcoming Emotional Attachments:
Learn strategies to shift your mindset—from feeling like you're losing cherished items to gaining space and freedom.
[00:08:40] Pro Tips for Maximizing Results:
Discover extra tips like setting clear goals, playing energizing music, and inviting a friend to make your spring cleaning even more effective.
[00:10:04] Listener Q&A & Success Stories:
Hear answers to common questions about handling sentimental items and learn how others have transformed their spaces using the Fastpitch method.
[00:11:07] Inspiration & Final Motivation:
Get inspired by success stories and a final call-to-action to check out the Speed Decluttering book and join our upcoming workshop for even more decluttering hacks.
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📬 Email: [email protected]
💡 Action Step:
Set a timer for 1 minute, pick a small area in your home, and try the Fastpitch Game during your next spring cleaning session. Turn your decluttering into a fun, fast-paced game and reclaim your space with speed decluttering!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share your spring cleaning success stories using hashtags like #FastpitchGame, #SpringCleaning, and #DeclutterFast. Happy decluttering!

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

Episode Summary
Decluttering can sometimes feel like a bomb went off in your home, but that messy middle stage—what we call the “Messessary Middle”—is actually proof of progress!
In this episode, Janis and Julie break down why this phase is essential and how to move through it without feeling overwhelmed.
You’ll learn practical strategies for managing the chaos, staying on track, and avoiding rebound clutter so your space stays organized long-term.
Key Takeaways & Timestamps
⏳ [00:00:50] What is the “Messessary Middle”?
The unavoidable messy phase of decluttering
Why it’s a sign of progress, not failure
⏳ [00:01:22] The Three Phases of Decluttering
Planning – Setting up your goals & gathering supplies
Messessary Middle – Sorting through items, making decisions
Completion – Restoring order & enjoying your clutter-free space
⏳ [00:03:45] The Rolling Sort Method
Avoid feeling overwhelmed by tackling small sections at a time
How to declutter in short bursts while maintaining progress
⏳ [00:05:16] The KEEP or LETS GO Method
Keep (stays in the area)
LE (Lives Elsewhere – needs to be relocated)
Trash (discard immediately)
Sentimental (store for later review)
GO (donate, sell, return)
⏳ [00:07:24] How to Prevent Re-Cluttering
Store like-with-like and use labeled containers
Periodically revisit decluttered spaces to ensure they stay organized
⏳ [00:10:06] Using Reminders for Items You’re Not Ready to Let Go
Set a deadline (e.g., 60 days) to reassess sentimental or uncertain items
Use a calendar reminder to revisit decisions later
Resources & Links
🌟 Join Our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity
📸 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcdeclutterwithjj
🌎 Website & Blog: https://www.abcdeclutter.com
🎙️ More Podcast Episodes: https://www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@abcdeclutterwithjj?si=1xnbt-YE1i7z60JR
Call to Action (aka Homework)
👉 Decluttering Challenge: Pick one small space today—a drawer, a shelf, or a pile of papers—and start sorting. Remember, the mess is temporary!
💬 Comment below with your biggest decluttering struggle, and let’s tackle it together!
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Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

Welcome back to The JJs Declutter Podcast!

Today, Janis and Julie are diving into one of the most common (and overwhelming) clutter zones—your closet. If your wardrobe feels chaotic, your drawers are overflowing, or choosing an outfit feels stressful, this episode is your game-changer.

You’ll learn step-by-step strategies to declutter your clothes with ease, plus smart tips for donating, selling, or recycling what no longer serves you. It’s time to build a wardrobe that works for your lifestyle—calm, functional, and filled with clothes you love.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ The emotional side of decluttering clothes—how to let go of guilt and sentiment
✔️ The 4-Pile Method for efficient wardrobe sorting (05:22)
✔️ Key questions to ask when deciding what stays
✔️ Where and how to donate, sell, or recycle clothing (07:01)
✔️ How to build a wardrobe you love with intentional habits
✔️ Simple strategies to maintain a clutter-free closet (12:28)

👚 Declutter Your Clothes with the 4-Pile Method (05:22)

1️⃣ Keep – What you love, wear often, and feel great in
2️⃣ Donate/Sell – Still in good shape, but no longer your style or fit
3️⃣ Recycle – Worn out, damaged, or unsalvageable items
4️⃣ Seasonal/Maybe – Items to revisit later before making a final decision

Ask yourself:

• Do I love this?
• Do I wear it regularly?
• Does it fit me well right now?
• Would I buy this again at full price?

👉 If you hesitate or have to justify it—it’s time to LET IT GO.

♻️ Where to Take Your Decluttered Clothes (07:01)

👗 Donate – Local shelters, thrift shops, or community drives
💰 Sell – Try Poshmark, eBay, consignment shops, or Facebook Marketplace
♻️ Recycle – Textile bins or store programs (H&M, Levi’s, Patagonia, etc.)

👖 How to Maintain a Clutter-Free Closet (12:28)

✅ Follow a "one-in, two-out" rule
✅ Do seasonal closet edits (every 3–6 months)
✅ Store off-season clothes separately
✅ Shop with intention—buy what fits your body, life, and style

💬 Resources & Community

👉 Join our Facebook Group: ABC Declutter Community
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @abcdeclutterwithjj
🌐 Visit our website for more tips & tools: www.abcdeclutter.com

🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward a simplified, intentional wardrobe.

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

Dealing with Other People’s Clutter | The JJs Declutter Podcast

🎙️ Episode Highlights:
Are you frustrated with the clutter in your home that isn’t even yours ?
Do you feel stuck dealing with other people’s clutter? Whether it's a spouse, kids, roommates, parents, or inherited items, managing someone else's mess can be frustrating. In this episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, we’re diving into practical strategies to navigate these tricky situations with patience, communication, and actionable steps.—without creating tension in your home.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How to approach clutter that isn’t yours without creating conflict
✔️ Effective communication tips to encourage family members to declutter
✔️ Setting healthy boundaries around shared spaces
✔️ Strategies for decluttering sentimental or inherited items
✔️ What to do when your loved one refuses to let go

🔗 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ktLkxwl5IHU

💡 Resources & Links Mentioned:
📌YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@abcdeclutterwithjj 📌Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity 📌Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcdeclutterwithjj

📌Website: https://www.abcDEclutter.com 📌Podcast website: https://www.TheJJsDeclutterPodcast.com 📌eMail: [email protected]

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Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who might need help dealing with clutter!

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Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!

The JJs Declutter Podcast🎉 Speed Decluttering Book Launch & the Fastpitch Game

🚀 It's here! The Speed Decluttering book is officially launched! Get your copy from Amazon
In this exciting episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast , we’re celebrating the book release and diving into a revolutionary decluttering method—The Fastpitch Game!
If clutter has been holding you back, this strategy will help you make quicker decisions, reduce overwhelm, and finally regain control of your space.

🔗 Watch Now: Speed Decluttering Book Launch & the Fastpitch Game

📖 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ [00:00:06] The story behind Speed Decluttering – how Janis and Julie cracked the code to faster decluttering
✅ [00:01:05] Why decluttering was a struggle – the key emotional and decision-making hurdles they overcame
✅ [00:03:14] How the Fastpitch Game works – a fun, baseball-inspired system to simplify decluttering
✅ [00:06:00] Practical steps to get started – including a 1-minute decluttering challenge
✅ [00:13:19] How to track progress with the Fastpitch Scorecard – measure your decluttering success!
✅ [00:05:24] Why this method is perfect for ADHD brains – short, focused bursts for maximum impact
✅ [00:16:03] Upcoming Speed Decluttering Workshop – join us in February for a hands-on experience

⚾ How to Play the Fastpitch Game:
1️⃣ Choose a small area – a drawer, a shelf, or a section of your closet.
2️⃣ Set a timer for 1 minute – use a phone, Fitbit, Alexa, or a kitchen timer.
3️⃣ Sort quickly – Make decisions every 2–3 seconds:

• Safe = Keep
• Out = Lives Elsewhere
• Pitch = Toss
• Knocked Out of the Park = Donate

4️⃣ Track your batting average – measure how much you’re letting go!

💡 Pro Tip: After seven rounds, take a 7th inning stretch to put things away, then finish strong!

📚 Get Your Copy of Speed Decluttering !Start decluttering in just one minute a day!
Grab your copy and join us in the upcoming Speed Decluttering Workshop February 19-21, 2025 ... Let's Do This!!!

🔗 Order Now <--- simply click here

📌 Resources & Links:
📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@abcdeclutterwithjj?si=1xnbt-YE1i7z60JR

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcdeclutterwithjj/

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity

🖥️ Website: https://www.abcdeclutter.com/

🎙️ Podcast Website: https://www.thejjsdeclutterpodcast.com/

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🎯 Today's Challenge: Set a timer for 1 minute, declutter a drawer, and let us know how it goes!

#Decluttering #SpeedDecluttering #FastpitchGame #DeclutterYourHome #ADHDFriendly #JJsDeclutterPodcast

Keep it Simple, Keep it Intentional, and - as always - Keep Decluttering!!