The 5 Types of Cleaning

(And Why Your Social Life Depends on Knowing the Difference!)

Welcome back to the JJs Declutter Podcast with your fairy godmothers of freshness, Julie and Janis! 🧚‍♀️✨

Think cleaning is just one boring category? Think again! We're breaking down the 5 types of cleaning that can save your time, sanity, and possibly your social life. From routine "keep the wolves at bay" cleaning to emergency "company's coming in 10 minutes" panic mode, we've got you covered with puns, practical tips, and our signature JJ motivation.

What You'll Learn:

🏠 The 5 Types of Cleaning:

1. Routine Cleaning - The everyday "CSI crumb scene investigation" basics
2. Deep Cleaning - The spa day for your home (grout scrubbing glory!)
3. Specialized Cleaning - When your cleaner needs a chemistry degree
4. Green Cleaning - Being kind to Mother Earth and your sniffer
5. Emergency Cleaning - Sound the alarm! Company's coming!

💡 Pro Tips Covered:

• The #DeclutteringDozen timer method (because who doesn't love a cleaning game show?) You could also call it #Tidy12
• The golden rule: Clean top to bottom (gravity never takes a holiday!)
• The 80/20 rule for maximum impact with minimal effort
• Emergency stash and dash strategy with DOOM boxes
• Why you should threaten dust bunnies with a wooden spoon

🎯 Key Takeaways:

• You don't need a hazmat suit for routine cleaning, just a system
• Green cleaning = lemonade stand meets chemistry experiment
• 80% of your home's clean look comes from 20% of your effort
• A little clean goes a long way - progress over perfection!

"You're not trying to win a white glove inspection. You're trying to make your home feel livable and lovable."

Resources Mentioned:

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

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@abcdeclutterwithjj
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcdeclutterwithjj/
🖥️ Website: https://www.abcdeclutter.com/
🎙️ Podcast Website: https://www.thejjsdeclutterpodcast.com/
🖥️Email: hello@abcdeclutter.com

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

Episode 41: Henny Penny & Sky High Clutter

Episode Description
Join Julie and Janis as they transform the classic tale of Henny Penny into a hilarious decluttering adventure! When panic meets piles and storage becomes dangerous, our feathered friends learn that the sky isn't falling—it's just buried under years of accumulated stuff. From expired coupons to the dreaded "Ottoman of Doom," discover how to turn chaos into calm with practical tips and plenty of laughs.

Key Takeaways & Decluttering Tips

🐓 Tip #1: Panic is Not a Plan
If your clutter makes you gasp or duck, it's time to reevaluate your storage. Don't let your pantry become more dangerous than your neighbor's trampoline!

🐓 Tip #2: Group Think Clutter is Real
Clutter panic spreads like glitter at a preschool party. Don't let one person's mess anxiety infect your whole household.

🐓 Tip #3: Pretty Containers Don't Fix Chaos
Function before fashion! Stylish storage ottomans that hide chaos are just expensive Band-Aids on a bigger problem.

🐓 Tip #4: When Everything Feels Urgent, Pause
Choose one zone, set one timer, grab one snack, then GO! Small focused actions beat overwhelming everything-at-once approaches.

🐓 Tip #5: Celebrate Your Wins
Track what you've donated, tossed, or rehomed. Share your victories with your community—we're here to cheer you on!

🐓 Tip #6: Downsize Seasonal Drama
Sentimental seasonal stuff isn't bad, but if you're storing stress along with it, it's time to declutter. One centerpiece-worthy item beats five backup cornucopias!

Episode Highlights
The Great Pantry Avalanche: When expired soup cans attack!

• Cocky Locky's Junk Drawer Disaster: Home to birthday candles, twist ties, and fossilized gummy bears
• Ducky Lucky's Plastic Purgatory: The eternal search for matching container lids
• Foxy Loxy's Ottoman of Doom: Stylish on the outside, chaos on the inside
• Turkey Lurkey's Thanksgiving Takeover: When seasonal decor becomes a storage nightmare
• The Birth of the Feathered Flock of Fresh Starts: Community accountability at its finest!

Resources Mentioned

• ABC Declutter with JJ Community on Facebook: Join our supportive decluttering community 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity
• Cluck and Clear Journal: Celebrate your decluttered corners and released guilt objects
• Weekly Clean Coop Chats: Share your small wins with fellow declutterers

Connect With Us

Ready to join your own Feathered Flock of Fresh Starts? Connect with the JJs Declutter community and share your decluttering victories!

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@abcdeclutterwithjj

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

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

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

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

🖥️Email: hello@abcdeclutter.com

#ClutterSolutions #HomeOrganization

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

Episode Summary

Julie and Janis dive back into "Magazine Moments" territory. This episode they're breaking down weekend cleaning habits that won't make you want to hide under your (hopefully weekly-washed) sheets!

The JJs tackle two articles about Saturday and Sunday cleaning routines, sharing their own hilarious cleaning confessions along the way. Spoiler alert: Janis's Chromecast remote will never be white again, and Julie admits she's terrible at taking her shoes off at the door.

Key Topics & Timestamps

Saturday Cleaning List (00:48 - 10:02)

Source: Southern Living - "6 Things You Should Clean Every Saturday"

1. Weekly Bedding Changes (01:39 - 03:00)
   • Plot twist: Skin mites are having parties while you sleep
   • "They come, and they have fun, and they create" —Janis
2. Frequently Touched Surfaces (03:14 - 04:13)
   • RIP Janis's Chromecast remote buttons (they're no longer white and never will be again)
   • Don't forget BOTH sides of doorknobs!
3. Trash Can Deep Clean (04:22 - 05:30)
   • Julie's take: "Do I clean my trash cans weekly? No. [Laughing] Empty them weekly. But do I clean them weekly? Probably not."
4. Bathroom Blitz (05:53 - 07:27)
   • Enter the legendary Swish and Swipe method!
   • Julie's pro tip: A couple minutes of daily maintenance beats hours of deep cleaning
5. Kitchen Basics (07:47 - 09:21)
   • The dreaded teenager microwave situation at Julie's daughter's house
   • "They just put it in. They cook it, they grab it and go."
6. Floor Reset (09:31 - 10:47)
   • Remember: "The floor is not a storage space"
   • Julie's confession about shoe removal habits: "I say we... I mean he. I'm really bad about it. [Laughing]"

Sunday Prep List (10:58 - 17:20)

Source: The Spruce - "8 Things You Should Clean Every Sunday"

1. Entryway Reset (11:12 - 12:32)
   • Julie's donation station wisdom and local charity shop advocacy
2. Home Office Tidy (12:48 - 13:32)
   • Julie's water cup mystery solved: "No wonder I couldn't find one downstairs. They're all on my desk."
3. Bedding Again (13:48 - 14:06)
   • Because those skin mites don't take weekends off
4. Bathroom Round Two (14:55 - 15:26)
   • Julie's Norwex glass cloth game is strong
5. Kitchen Counters (15:53 - 16:21)
   • If you cook, you clean (revolutionary concept!)
6. Laundry Catch-Up (16:21 - 16:23)
   • Sunday prep for Monday success

Making It Work for Real Families (17:51 - 19:00)

• Assign tasks by day instead of cramming into weekends
• Get the kids involved: "Max, you're in charge of wiping down all the trash cans"
• Teaching life skills disguised as chores

Next Steps for Listeners

1. Pick ONE weekend cleaning habit to start with (don't overwhelm yourself!)
2. Set a timer (12 minutes #DeclutteringDozen) to see how long tasks actually take
3. Join us: www.facebook.com/groups/abcdecluttercommunity
4. Remember: progress, not perfection

Articles Referenced:

• Southern Living: "6 Things You Should Clean Every Saturday" (May 24, 2025)
• The Spruce: "8 Things You Should Clean Every Sunday for a Better Start to Your Week" (June 8, 2025)

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

Episode Title: Hansel & Gretel and the Crumbs of Clutter

Welcome to another whimsical adventure with Julie & Janis! This is where fairy tales meet clutter chaos! Yes, it's another installment of our Fractured Fairy Tale Series!🧹✨

In this episode, Hansel and Gretel aren’t just leaving breadcrumbs—they’re conquering clutter one magical mess at a time. From a garage full of “mystery wires” and Capri Suns past their expiration date, to a basement stacked with gingerbread kits that could double as bricks, the siblings discover that decluttering is less about perfection and more about progress (and giggles!).

Together, we’ll explore:

• 🌲 The Forest of Clutter – unmatched socks, haunted snack wrappers & bins without a plan.
• 🍭 The Gingerbread Temptation – pretty bins hiding pure chaos & expired candy castles.
• 🧩 The Hallway Closet Tetris Tower – falling yoga blocks, jackpot jacket finds, & duplicate waffle makers.
• 🧙 The Witch’s Cottage – sentimental clutter, crafty chaos, and the magic of boundaries.

🪄 Decluttering Tips Sprinkled In:

1. Don’t create “breadcrumb clutter”—'for now' turns into forever.
2. Label bins with specifics, not seasons.
3. If you forgot you owned it, it’s probably not essential.
4. Break spaces into zones—one task, one session.
5. Toss mystery jars and expired potions.
6. Memory clutter needs boundaries—pick a shelf or one box per person.

💡 Your Weekly Assignment:
Pick one clutter zone, name it, and conquer it using the Sort, Rehome, Trash, Release method. Then share your weirdest clutter finds with us in the ABC Declutter with JJ – Community on Facebook!

Because remember—decluttering is about making space for joy, peace, and yes… a little magic. ✨

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

Episode 38 – Rumpelstiltskin: Spinning Chaos into Clarity

In this whimsical, laugh-out-loud episode of The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis re-imagine the classic tale of Rumpelstiltskin — only this time, it’s less about spinning straw into gold and more about spinning clutter into calm.

From the Miller’s Daughter’s “Room of Doom” to the Queen’s collapsing crown rack, we uncover how magical organizing systems, funny item nicknames, and a few golden habits can turn even the messiest spaces into sparkling zones of peace.

You’ll discover:

• How naming your clutter (“Mount Washmore,” anyone?) can help you let go without guilt.
• Why zones are your magical secret for organization.
• How to stop bartering your peace of mind for panic cleaning.
• Why even Rumpelstiltskin needed better shelving.
• The #DeclutteringDozen method for quick wins every day.

Plus, our mini-game “Guess That Clutter” will have you laughing as you rethink that sequined “just in case” outfit or that mystery kitchen gadget.

Whether you’re a fairy-tale fan, a clutter conqueror, or someone who just needs a good laugh while cleaning, this episode will inspire you to reclaim your castle — one golden habit at a time.

Listen in and remember: Keep it Simple. Keep it Intentional. And — as always — Keep Decluttering!

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

🎙️ Episode 37: Little Red Riding Hood’s Locker of DOOM

Podcast: The JJs Declutter Podcast
Hosts: Julie Weisgerber & Janis Kosmala
Duration: ~13 minutes

✨ Episode Summary:

Middle school lockers can get scary fast—and in this hilarious, heartwarming tale, Little Red Riding Hood’s locker has crossed into doom territory. Julie and Janis take us through Red’s chaotic, crushed-snack-filled locker journey and her magical organizing glow-up.

From wolfish comparison traps to haunted gym socks, this episode is packed with cleaning tips, real-life laughs, and motivation to tackle even your most terrifying clutter zones.

🧹 Key Highlights:

• Locker of DOOM: Didn’t Organize, Only Mashed
• Granny’s Wisdom: Keep it clean, keep it simple, and never keep 3 pencil pouches
• Backpack Mayhem: 3 Pile Rule—1.Daily, 2.Occasionally, 3.Seriously Why?
• Tech Tidy 12: A weekly 12-minute reset for digital chaos
• Comparison Gremlins: Behind every perfect locker is a pile of loose-leaf shame
• Red’s Locker Glow-Up: From trash avalanche to tidy inspiration

🧰 Little Red’s Favorite Organizing Tools:

• Magnetic mirror & dry erase board
• Color-coded folders (bonus points for glitter)
• Collapsible bins
• Emergency snack stash (no year-old candy, please)
• Mini lint roller & glitter hand sanitizer
• Zip case labeled "Emergencies Only"

🎒 Weekly Challenge:

Channel Your Inner Little Red
Pick your own “doom spot”—locker, backpack, purse, junk drawer, car console—and use the 3-Pile Rule to give it a mini glow-up (see Backpack Mayhem above). Share your wins with us online!

📌 Connect with Us:

📺 YouTube: @abcdeclutterwithjj
📸 Instagram: @abcdeclutterwithjj
📘 Facebook Group: ABC Declutter Community
🖥️ Website: www.abcdeclutter.com
🎙️ Podcast Website: www.thejjsdeclutterpodcast.com
📧 Email: hello@abcdeclutter.com

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

🎒 Episode 36: Magazine Moments – Back to School Edition
The JJs Declutter Podcast

Is your house still clinging to summer while your calendar screams “First Day of School”?
Julie and Janis are here to rescue your routines and restore sanity before the school bell rings. In this jam-packed Back to School episode, the JJs guide you through 7 essential clutter-busting categories—and throw in 5 bonus power tips—to help families ease into the school year with confidence (and maybe even a little fun).

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to rebuild routines and reset sleep schedules before that first alarm clock chimes
✅ The magic of a color-coded family calendar (yes, we said magic)
✅ Smart meal prepping to avoid morning meltdowns and 7am “we’re out of bread!” panic
✅ Setting up homework zones that actually help kids focus
✅ Laundry and clothing hacks to stop the daily “I have nothing to wear!” drama
✅ Tips for decluttering backpacks, closets, and all that school paper clutter
✅ Safety-first strategies for labeling supplies (and why outside labeling is a no-no)
✅ 2025 back-to-school shopping trends—including why Gen Z loves brick-and-mortar
✅ 5 Proactive Power Moves to launch your school year like a pro

Resources Mentioned:
📰 Magazine Articles featured in this month’s “Magazine Moments” — [Linked in show notes]
📋 FREE printable: Morning, After School, & Bedtime Checklists for School Days for Kids @ abcDEclutter.com
📌 Join our Facebook group: ABC Declutter with JJ – Community

Perfect For:

• Parents drowning in lunchboxes and supply lists
• Families trying to declutter their homes and their mornings
• Anyone who thinks “Back to School” shouldn't feel like boot camp

Let’s make this year smoother, saner, and just a little bit more organized—together.

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🖥️Email: hello@abcdeclutter.com

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

🎧 Episode 35 – The 3 Pigs & the House of Clutter

Welcome to another delightfully messy fairy tale reboot with a decluttering twist! 🐷🏡 This week on The JJs Declutter Podcast, Julie and Janis take on the classic tale of The Three Little Pigs—but instead of big bad wolves and huffing and puffing, we’re sorting through board games, DOOM boxes, and dusty tote bags!

Get ready for laughs, lessons, and laundry strategies as our three porcine pals show us the pitfalls of impulsive shopping, chaotic containers, and the power of daily systems. 💪✨

Whether you're living in a straw shack of stuff, a stick shelter of semi-sorted chaos, or a brick-built haven of harmony, this episode is full of practical takeaways and hilarious house metaphors to get your clutter under control—before it blows your sanity down!

🧼 Episode Highlights:

• Pig 1’s Straw House of Chaos – Instant gratification meets instant overwhelm.
• Pig 2’s Stick House Struggles – Bins without systems = clutter in disguise.
• Pig 3’s Brick House Bliss – Systems, schedules, and serene living spaces.
• Wolfy Wisdom – Emotional clutter, transformation, and tea with the enemy.
• Laundry Spin-Off Strategies – From “Swine & Dine” to “Hog Wild Independence.”
• Episode Assignment – WWP3D: What Would Pig 3 Do? Declutter 5 items & clean for 12 minutes (#DeclutteringDozen, #Tidy12 )

💡 Key Takeaways:

1. Fast fixes = flimsy foundations.
2. Unlabeled bins = future DOOM (Didn’t Organize, Only Moved).
3. Systems build sanctuaries.
4. Even the big bad wolf can change!

🐾 Listener Challenge:

Pick one room, ask yourself "What would Pig 3 do?", then:

• 🧹 Declutter 5 things
• ⏱ Clean for 12 minutes
  Use the hashtag: #DeclutteringDozen and tag us in your progress!

🎙 Ready to laugh, learn, and lighten your load? Press play and let Julie and Janis help you turn your home into a brick-built haven—no wolf can shake it.

#DeclutteringDozen #HouseOfClutter #DeclutterPodcast #ThreeLittlePigsRemix #PiggyPlanning #DOOMBoxes #ClutterFreeLiving #WolfMakeover #OrganizingHumor #MinimalistMinded #LaundryLife #DeclutterWithJJs #FairyTaleCleanUp #FracturedFairyTales

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