# 360 | Garage Decluttering Series Part 1-Prep Phase Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-1-prep-phase Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-1-prep-phase.md Podcast: [Declutter Your Chaos - Mindful Minimalism](https://stenobird.com/podcast/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752) Published: 2026-04-27T06:36:00+00:00 Episode link: https://thetidyhourpodcast.libsyn.com/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-one Audio file: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/thetidyhourpodcast/garage_day_1_-_42626_11.27PM.mp3?dest-id=2977196 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752/episodes/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-1-prep-phase Duration seconds: 1744 ## Resource ➡️ To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE . Hey Friends, Your garage isn't just a storage space. It's where delayed decisions go. In this first part of the garage series—you're setting yourself up so you actually follow through. Because most people don't fail at decluttering… They fail at starting with structure. This episode walks you through exactly how to prepare your time, your space, and your mindset so when you step into your garage, you don't get overwhelmed, distracted, or stuck. YOUR ACTION STEPS Before moving on to Part 2 (Purge), complete the following: Choose 4 specific days to work on your garage Block off 2–3 hours per day based on your energy Consider logistics - when will you not be disturbed or derailed Divide your garage into 4 zones (ex: left wall, right wall, back wall, center) Gather your supplies: Task list (paper + pen) Post-its Sharpie Timer Prepare your energy Set your expectations Hold yourself accountable DECLUTTER YOUR CHAOS RESOURCES: ➡️ To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE . ➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at amber@declutteryourchaos.com or click HERE . ➡️ If you are interested in my self-guided decluttering course, click HERE . ➡️ Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner Let's connect: 📸 Instagram: @declutteryourchaos 🛑 Disclaimer: I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates. Sponsored Cont… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752/episodes/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-1-prep-phase/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/declutter-your-chaos-mindful-minimalism-4218752/360-garage-decluttering-series-part-1-prep-phase.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.