October 8, 2025
How to Finally Get Organized (and Stay That Way) with Meggie Mangione (Ep 278)
Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Simplify, Find FreedomAbout this episode
Tired of decluttering on repeat? Learn how to create a clutter-free home that lasts with author Meggie Mangione. Real talk, practical systems, and zero judgment for busy, modern women. **************** Resources Mentioned: Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/278 Connect with Meggie Mangione Instagram Meggie’s Website Give Clutter the Middle Finger: A Chingona's Guide Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: Instagram Facebook Website Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room **************** Are you tired of organizing the same spaces over and over again? In this episode, Deanna sits down with Meggie Mangione, author of Give Clutter the Middle Finger and creator of Organized Life Design, to talk about what it really means to get organized and how to stay that way. Meggie shares why true organization isn’t about perfection or Pinterest-worthy bins, but about creating a home that feels calm, functional, and aligned with who you are. We Cover: Why focusing on how your space feels leads to more freedom How to declutter without guilt (even sentimental stuff!) Small mindset shifts that make big organizing progress Neurodivergent-friendly strategies that actually work Using “fed-up energy” to finally make change stick Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:01 Meet Meggie Mangione 02:42 The Birth of 'Give Clutter the Middle Finger' 06:27 Decluttering During the Pandemic 09:36 The True Test of Being Organized 16:47 Minimalism and Personal Preferences 24:55 The Emotional Challenges of Closets and Keepsakes 26:16 Dealing with Guilt and Finding Donation Avenues 29:12 The Importance of Pacing Yourself with Keepsakes 30:54 The Role of Support in Organizing 33:16 Organizing for Neurodivergent Individuals 41:30 Using Fed Up Energy to Spark Change 44:42 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices