Episode 13 - Fastpitch Game & Spring Cleaning

02/24/25 • 13 min

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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💡 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!!

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

Previous Episode

Episode 10: Make Decluttering Fun!

The JJs Declutter Podcast - Episode 10: Make Decluttering Fun!

🎧 Listen Now: Watch on YouTube

Episode Summary:

Decluttering doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it can be fun! In this episode, Julie and Janis share creative ways to turn tidying up into an enjoyable and motivating experience. Whether you’re struggling to get started or looking for ways to engage your family, we’ve got you covered with decluttering games, music challenges, and community support to make organizing easier than ever.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How to turn decluttering into a game 🎲
✅ Fun ways to involve kids and family members
✅ Quick decluttering challenges for instant progress ⏳
✅ How music and social accountability can boost motivation 🎶
✅ The power of community with Zoom Away DOOM sessions

📌 Decluttering Games & Challenges to Try:

🎲 The Dice Game – Roll a die and declutter that many items (00:02:55)
⏳ Beat the Timer – Set a short timer and declutter as much as possible (00:03:21)
🎨 Color Challenge – Declutter items of a specific color (00:03:38)
🔎 Scavenger Hunt – Find and declutter items based on a checklist (00:04:27)
🏃‍♂️ Five in Five Challenge – Find 5 items to declutter in 5 minutes (00:06:02)
🔠 Alphabet Decluttering – Declutter items starting with a chosen letter (00:06:16)
🎵 Playlist Declutter – Declutter while listening to a custom playlist (00:06:40)

✨ Join the Decluttering Community!

Need extra motivation? Join our ABC Declutter with JJ Facebook group for accountability, encouragement, and decluttering challenges.🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity📅 Want live support?
Sign up for our monthly Clutter Crushers Club, (formerly known as Zoom Away DOOM) where we declutter together! It's so much more fun to declutter with friends.

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🎯 Your Decluttering Challenge This Week:

1️⃣ Spend 12 minutes decluttering using the #DeclutteringDozen method.
2️⃣ Try the Dice Game—roll and declutter that number of items!
3️⃣ Share your progress with us using #DeclutteringWins

Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more people find the podcast and start their decluttering journey! 🎉

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

Next Episode

Episode 11 - Decluttering and "The MESSessary Middle"

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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