Clearing Your Life's Clutter

Does your life feel cluttered? Not just with "your stuff", but also with your personal affairs? Then this should interest you.

Certified Retirement and Clutter Clearing Coach and Author, Lori Becker joins us for our Learning Bite's segment to discuss her new book - Get a Grip - and how it can help you declutter your life.

Here is a brief summary of our discussion;

Susan:
Lori, can you tell us a bit about your book?

Lori:
Sure! Get a Grip on the Details helps readers prepare for important life matters such as finances, household management, security, health, and digital assets. It includes an assessment tool to help prioritize which areas to focus on, based on life circumstances. The tool helps prevent critical things from being overlooked, like updating auto policies or creating a will for your children’s guardianship.

Susan:
So, this isn’t about physical clutter, but more about life’s “clutter,” right?

Lori:
Exactly! It's about getting your life in order to avoid chaos. Many people are unprepared for life’s important matters, which can create problems later. It’s about organizing these details to reduce stress.

Susan:
What made you write this book?

Lori Becker:
I’ve seen too many people face difficulties during tough situations because they weren’t prepared. This book is a resource to help individuals understand what needs to be done and then get it done. It's about bringing order to chaos.

Susan:
So, this book is for individuals, but also for their families?

Lori:
Yes, especially as we age. Having things organized—like wills, powers of attorney, and asset lists—makes it easier for loved ones. It’s a gift to them, and it helps reduce their burden during difficult times.

Susan:
It sounds like this is a more comprehensive, logistical approach, different from Swedish death cleaning.

Lori:
Yes, Swedish death cleaning focuses on physical clutter, but my book is more about organizing essential life details and making sure everything is in order for the future.

Susan:
It really sounds like something everyone could benefit from. Where can people get your book?

Lori:
If you are interested, you can purchase "Get a Grip" through both bookstores and Amazon.

You can also reach Lori through her website. and also through her LinkedIn profile.