Comments on: Midlife Decluttering Is Hard: 3 Ways to Build the Mental Strength to Do It

By: Diane

Diane — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:34:24 +0000

I wish you all the best . I’ve been where you are now. Though it is hard and you can, and will get through it.

Please be open to the idea that sometimes the feelings and the fears might find their way in and catch you off guard. If that happens let yourself cry it out or cling to a loved one. This won’t be a failure of your strength, it will be a release that you need. Tomorrow will be another day and you’ll move forward.

Through it all remember that YOU – just as are at any given moment- ARE ENOUGH. Nothing that happens on this road will be because you weren’t strong enough.

By: Kay Siebert

Kay Siebert — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:05:43 +0000

I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I can tell you have the strength and determination to successfully fight this disease. Wishing you the very best in this journey!

By: Chloe Summy

Chloe Summy — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:39:11 +0000

You will get so much advice and like clutter don’t be afraid to get rid of what you don’t need. Ha that was advice. But 4 years into stage iv MBC that really is the only advice I have. Oh and find a friend who is dealing with something similar. It really helps. Praying for you!

By: Jill thomas

Jill thomas — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:44:55 +0000

hi carrie.im new to your blog but follow u on insta. so sorry for this diagnosis, but as u say…you’ve got this, speaking as a 10 year survivor of Colorectal cancer. I hope they found it relatively early phase. Now a word, actually, words of organization advice that helped me immensely and has been so helpful then and even now… get a big 3 ring binder ( I know, paper bad but you will understand why later). Get sets of dividers…start with contacts…think spreadsheets one for Dr’s. friends, family, various facilities, insurance info, etc. This isnt for you as much as it is for your helpers who may not have access to all the digital files that might exist along the various HEPA protected digital platforms. Many of the doctors are not on the same digital platform, which makes it difficult to access information from one to the other. you also cannot print out information most of the time should you need it. if you have to have chemo, chemo brain is real. It’s also getting more and more difficult to get medical information directly from the hospitals, doctors etc on a disc because nobody’s using disks anymore. they may fax it to you though. I found that it was a convenient way for me to take my relevant history to various new appts, and there will be many. My tests results, dr notes and summaries, rx lists, etc. to the various doctors that I was going to and also became a great reference later on. When I was years out of easily find and take to new doctors because they want to know everything that happened and again, chemo brain is long lasting. the digital platforms change and get archived and are not available. So forgive me the paper, it’s really good for your family members to have visual access to it, to be able to get information if they visit doctors with you. I truly hope that your situation is not as advanced but it doesnt need t I be to make this useful. So, don’t hate me for writing this. be sure to make a section for bills….or summaries of bills from each facility. who knew my radiation would have cost me 498,000 with I ut insurance and to note i didnt pay a dime. also, out of pocket is tax deductible in many cases…again, all right there in your binder. a good idea is also to get copies of paper copies of all your reports; operating reports, your test results, even if that means you printing it out from a digital platform. i would sometimes just ask at the dr office for these at the time of post op or follow ups. Whether it be under your doctor under the type of issue, or under test or just chronologically.. Maybe you put all your chemo in one area or radiology in that same area as they are often related. . Whatever it is that makes sense to you. my binder got awful, thick, awful, quick, a lot of times they give you reference information of what something is and it’s great to keep to refer back to. It’s great for your people to be able to read it to know what you’re going through, or what you will considering. My binder is thick. I still have it. I still refer to it 10 years later when I get a question from a new doctor of which there are many and I cant remember, some of my Dr’s retired or left that practice or hospital system. im on Medicare now, a whole different animal. So I wish you nothing but fast quick, complete healing. I’ll give you a last piece of unsolicited advice that a doctor gave to me. She said, don’t worry about the cancer. or other issues you could get. Treat the cancer or issue that you have in front of you right now. this is similar to what you’re saying above in your blog. I’m thinking about you and sending you wonderful, healing thoughts for a fast, quick and complete recovery. All the best, Jill.

By: Andrea Hamel

Andrea Hamel — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:41:24 +0000

Great article. I look forward to the morning I wake up and see you as a guest on the Today show. Love this topic, keep it coming!

By: Fuller Lynne Fuller

Fuller Lynne Fuller — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:41:44 +0000

3 years ago my husband and I went through radiation treatment. His prostate cancer is held at bay and my breast exams have been clear. You are correct that most of the strength needed is similar to the declutter process for facing it, accepting, taking action and letting go. You are a master leader and you are shifting to the medical system but you will succeed in the same way…by taking charge. I am hours away from you cheering as loud as I can! you can and will move through this like the pro you are!

By: Terri

Terri — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:06:27 +0000

Carrie, you have so many followers and admirers who are standing with you on your newest journey. Take heart, be strong and know you are in many heartfelt thoughts and prayers. We appreciate all you do for us!

By: Gail

Gail — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:15:00 +0000

In reply to Michele.

So sorry to hear this for you but love the way you are already approaching it! You’re a very inspiring lady! One small step at a time…. (with quite a few people cheering you on! 😉)
Gail
UK

By: Amy

Amy — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:57:18 +0000

Well, I am so sorry to hear this news. You have helped me, and so many others in our decluttering journeys. Please remember to let others help you during this challenging time. I will be praying for you, for peace and strength and for ultimate healing from the Lord!

By: Kathi Moser

Kathi Moser — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:34:56 +0000

Thinking of you Carrie… I was diagnosed with breast cancer less than 4 years ago and have been doing well. We’re surrounded by the most incredible doctors and treatments available! Sending you love and strength thru this uncertain time… you’ve got this! Hugs