38 | The Kitchen Declutter Episode: What to Keep, What to Toss, and Why It Matters

Jun 23

Kitchen Clutter?
Use These Questions to
Declutter with Confidence

If you’ve ever opened a kitchen drawer and wondered, Why do I have five spatulas but only use one?—you’re in good company. This episode of the Stress Less Podcast is your gentle nudge (and permission slip) to finally tackle the clutter in your kitchen and pantry.

I’m walking you through real-life reflection questions pulled straight from my free Decide Guide, a resource packed with over 150 questions to help you declutter room by room. But this isn’t a checklist or a lecture—it’s a conversation to help you think differently about the stuff in your space. Whether you’re standing in your kitchen while you listen, working through one cupboard at a time, or just doing your daily routine, these questions are designed to meet you where you’re at.

Let’s be honest: the kitchen is one of the most-used spaces in your home. It holds your morning routine, your family meals, your rushed school lunches, and probably a few gadgets you don’t even remember buying. It’s no wonder it can feel overwhelming.

This episode isn’t about getting rid of everything or achieving some Pinterest-worthy aesthetic. It’s about deciding—on purpose—what deserves space in your kitchen and what’s just getting in the way. You’ll hear practical questions like:

Do I actually use this item?
Is this tool helping me save time, or just taking up space?
Am I keeping this pantry item out of guilt?

...and more. I even share a story about a Pampered Chef citrus squeezer I thought I needed—but never actually used.

Plus, we dive into how pantry clutter can be more emotional than we realize. From expired salad dressing to that TikTok-inspired protein powder you never opened, this episode will help you ditch the guilt and make space for what really supports your life.

So if you’re craving a kitchen that feels lighter, clearer, and easier to use—press play. Your next small win starts here.

Tune into this episode of the Stress Less Podcast for a quick, empowering reset that will leave your kitchen (and your brain) feeling a whole lot lighter.

Key Takeaways from this Episode

A gentle reframe on why organizing should always start with decluttering
Five reflection questions to help you sort through your kitchen tools, gadgets, and appliances
Real-life examples (hello, citrus squeezer!) that show how small changes make a big difference
Why duplicates and “someday items” create decision fatigue
Seven pantry-specific questions that guide you to declutter without guilt
How to take action in a way that works with your real energy and schedule
A sneak peek into what’s inside the free Decide Guide and how it helps you room by room