Best Emily McDermott | I Help Moms Declutter and Get Organized Podcasts (2025)

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202 // Say Goodbye to Survival Mode as an Overwhelmed Mom! Become More Resilient Using the Power of Neuroplasticity - with Lisa Roers 35:19

1d ago35:19

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If you are an overwhelmed mom who feels like she’s deep in the trenches of survival mode, are reacting to your kids and spouse in a way that doesn’t make you proud, and feel like you’re constantly putting out fires - today’s podcast episode is for you. My guest is Lisa Roers - CEO of the Sunshine Cafe Podcast and Leading LIFE Online Coaching Servic…

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201 // Declutter and Organize Your Craft/Hobby Room (Room-by-Room Series) 14:14

9d ago14:14

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We are wrapping up the Room-by-Room Series by focusing on the craft/hobby room (or area if you don’t have a dedicated room!) We’ll go through my five step CRAFT process to help you declutter and organize. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned: Trashie.io for fabric scrap recycling Find a local Mom.Co group Find a Creative Reuse Center near you Find a …

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200 // How to be Busy Well (Even When Life is Chaotic) - with Rachelle Crawford from Abundant Life with Less 30:49

16d ago30:49

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If you’re in a busy season or anticipate one coming up soon, or just want to know how to approach busy seasons that come out of nowhere without getting overwhelmed, this conversation is for you! Rachelle Crawford from Abundant Life with Less and the author of Messy Minimalism, is on the podcast to chat about her new book How to Be Busy: Unhurried L…

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199 // You’re Not Failing! How Moms with ADHD Need to Approach Decluttering Differently - with Stacey Hutson and Stephanie Sprenger from The Mother Plus Podcast 44:33

23d ago44:33

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If you are a mom with ADHD who constantly feels like she’s failing when it comes to managing your home, this episode is for you. In Episode 199 I’m chatting with Stacey Hutson and Stephanie Sprenger, two ADHD moms of four girls ages 4-18 are the hosts of the Mother Plus podcast, a podcast for moms with ADHD--for "too much" moms who feel like they a…

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198 // Decluttering Kids’ Rooms (Room-by-Room Series) 14:05

1M ago14:05

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Kids are home for the summer, which means we are more aware of the chaos in their bedrooms and closets! As part of the Room-by-Room series, I’m sharing my best tips for getting their rooms under control! Resources Mentioned: Kids and Family episode playlist Short tutorial on how to subscribe to the playlist on your favorite podcast player Animated …

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197 // Simple Ways to Elevate Your Home's Look (Without Another HomeGoods Trip) - with Dani Watson from fig + farm at home 26:56

1M ago26:56

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Have you ever wanted to style your home and you went to HomeGoods or Target without a plan, only to buy a bunch of stuff that ends up becoming clutter? It is possible to elevate your home’s look WITHOUT trips to the store or wasting money on things that don’t align with your true style and home aesthetic. Today I’m talking to return guest Dani Wats…

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196 // 3 Simple Steps to Declutter Your Closets (Room-by-Room Series) 12:51

1M ago12:51

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This week in our room-by-room series, we’re talking about the 3 simple steps to approach your closets (specifically linen and clothing closets!) If you have a Monica closet (or two), this episode is for you! Resources Mentioned: Fabric closet organization bins Related Episodes: Playlist about clothing and wardrobe decluttering Episode 10: The MOST …

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195 // Secrets of Supermoms: Master Work-Life Balance, Boost Your Energy, Find True Rest, and Expect the Unexpected - with Lori Oberbroeckling 31:29

2M ago31:29

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What does being a Supermom mean to you? In her book Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too!, Lori Oberbroeckling shares 16 amazing secrets of Supermoms! In this episode, we talk about some of my favorite secrets of Supermoms that Lori shares including: What does balance look like? How do we combat the…

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194 // Declutter Your Kitchen (Room-by-Room Series) 14:42

2M ago14:42

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It’s time to tackle the kitchen in our Room-by-Room Series! Today I review the three phases of kitchen decluttering: food, things we eat the food with, and appliances/gadgets. Resources Mentioned: OXO Pop Top Containers Kenda Adachi’s Lazy Genius episode about keeping her kitchen tidy Article about streamlining your kitchen Related Episodes: Episod…

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193 // Core Rhythms to Help You Be More Present at Work and Home - with Alexandra Kaval from Grace Space Christian Coaching 37:48

2M ago37:48

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If you struggle with the tension between being present at home with your family and your never-ending to-do list and personal/professional goals, today’s podcast episode is for you. I’m chatting with Alexandra Kaval from Grace Space Christian Coaching. Alexandra is a coach for small business owners who are ready to eliminate negative self talk and …

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 3 50:24

2M ago50:24

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the third episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! = > summer planning…

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192 // Get (and Stay) Organized as a Mom with ADHD - with Jaclyn Paul 53:43

3M ago53:43

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If you have diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD, or live with someone who does, this episode is for you. Today I’m speaking with Jaclyn Paul, author of bestseller Order from Chaos: The Everyday Grind of Staying Organized with Adult ADHD. Growing up in a structured environment and other coping mechanisms caused her ADHD to lay dormant until her early 20’s…

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191 // Declutter Your Bedroom (Room-by-Room Series) 16:31

3M ago16:31

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If your home is meant to be a haven, then your bedroom should be the most peaceful room of all… but is it? If you're tired of stepping over laundry piles, feeling crowded by furniture, or waking up in a space that doesn't feel restful, this episode is for you. Today, we’re walking through a step-by-step process to declutter your bedroom with purpos…

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 2 50:48

3M ago50:48

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the second episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! = > prepping for s…

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190 // Are “Good Deals” Costing Me Money? How to Deal with Hand-Me-Downs, “Just in Case” Thinking and More - with Brittany Flammer 36:09

3M ago36:09

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Do you have a hard time saying no to free stuff and hand-me-downs? Do you keep things because of how much you paid for them or “just in case” you need them “someday”? Did you grow up with financial hardship and feel like you have to overcompensate by giving your kids everything they want? My guest today is Brittany Flammer, a financial coach, mom o…

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189 // Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster 9:56

3M ago9:56

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🤔 Have you ever noticed that an upcoming move is a perfect motivator to declutter? 🤔 Did you ever realize that one of the best parts of vacation is that you don’t have to worry about managing SO MUCH STUFF? In today’s episode we’re exploring two unorthodox approaches to decluttering - even if you’re not moving on going on vacation anytime soon! Res…

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188 // How a Minimalist Life Yields Maximum Joy - with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters 37:49

4M ago37:49

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How does living with less allow us to make room for joy? How can we surrender to God to see ourselves as stewards of the gifts he has given us, rather than "stuff managers" bearing the burden of our excess possessions? What does it look like cultivate an "awake soul" with room to expand? Today I’m thrilled to speak to Julia Ubbenga about her new bo…

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187 // This ONE Mindset Shift is a Game-Changer for Overwhelmed Moms - with Kate House from the Live by Design Podcast 28:16

4M ago28:16

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My husband never helps me around the house. The kids always leave their toys on the floor. I can’t help with your math homework - I’m just not good at math. I never remember to take the meat out to defrost - what’s wrong with me? Sound familar? If so, you may be stuck in a fixed mindset and holding limiting beliefs that are keeping you in overwhelm…

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186 // Simple Steps to Get Your Digital Life Organized - with Shawn Lemon from The Digital Organizer 35:02

4M ago35:02

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Is your digital life a mess? Are you unsure what important documents to keep, how to navigate the thousands of photos on your phone, let alone your thousands of e-mails clogging your inbox? Help is here! Today I’m chatting with Shawn Lemon, founder of The Digital Organizer. Shawn has spent the last 17 years helping individuals and businesses get be…

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185 // 5 Decluttering Rules I Love to Break (and Why You Should, Too!) 14:10

4M ago14:10

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Some decluttering rules are meant to be broken! If you’re stuck in overwhelm or paralyzed by perfectionism when it comes to decluttering, I give you permission to be a rebel and break these 5 common decluttering rules! Resources Mentioned: Check out my popular free resources 50 Questions Minimalists Ask, as well as my other resources here. Related …

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184 // Intentional Rhythms to STOP the Chronic Overwhelm & Overstimulation in Motherhood - with KyAnn Molina 36:56

5M ago36:56

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Do you frequently feel overstimulated in motherhood? Do you feel ashamed when you yell at your kids - again - after you reach the end of your rope in the midst of the chaos? KyAnn Molina has been there, and she learned to build intentional rhythms in her day to lighten her mental load to bring flexible structure to her day. We talk about the import…

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BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) 45:15

5M ago45:15

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I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm. It’s the first installation of Coffee and Tea with M&E! We talk about our life in the mom “trenches” and how we’ve been pivoting lately, including: = > dealing with major mom guilt during a rec…

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183 // Busy is a Four-Letter Word: Saying No, Creating Rituals, and Lessons from the Golden Girls - with Kishshana Palmer 37:22

5M ago37:22

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What can the Golden Girls teach us about slowing down, saying “no” gracefully, and finding joy in motherhood? Turns out, quite a bit! In Kishshana Palmer’s new book Busy is a Four-Letter Word, she draws important lessons about taking off the “badge of busy”, living intentionally, and finding meaning in beauty in our everyday lives through the class…

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182 // Declutter Your Life by Simplifying These 10 Things 19:51

5M ago19:51

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Have you ever thought: How would a simpler life feel? In my experience, it’s very freeing! In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 things that have radically simplified my life. Hope it inspires you on your own simplifying journey! Resources Mentioned: Try a color analysis from Color Guru - use my special code OVERWHELM for 10% off your order Sydney Cum…

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181 // Rest More, Stress Less, and Embrace the Gentler You - with Courtney Carver from Be More with Less 37:53

5M ago37:53

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If you are suffering from overwhelm, chronic burnout, and never feeling like you’ll ever get it all done - today’s episode is for you. In her new book Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want, Courtney Carver offers a revolutionary, countercultural concept - Rest First. Not after we’ve “earned it”, but right now. By start…

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180 // Ashamed of Your Messy House? Trade Shame for God’s Grace to Find Peace - with Dana K. White 43:01

6M ago43:01

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Are you ashamed of the constant mess that surrounds you in your home? Do phrases like “cleanliness is next to godliness” and the story of the Proverbs 31 woman make you feel like you’ll never measure up? Do you feel like your brain is broken because you just can’t get your act together and “just get organized”? Hope is here, friend. Today I’m chatt…

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179 // What to Do When Your Kids Want to Keep EVERYTHING 11:43

6M ago11:43

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“How do you deal with kids who are emotionally attached to every piece of plastic and paper that comes home with them?” This question comes from someone in my community. In this episode, I share some strategies to help when kids want to keep EVERYTHING. Resources Mentioned: Bluey Episode: Mr. Monkeyjocks Playlist for all episodes about getting kids…

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178 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part Two) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom 31:25

6M ago31:25

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If you’re a busy mom who wants to power up her productivity, look no further! In Part Two of my conversation with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom, she shares the final three steps in her POWER productivity system. Michelle Byrd is a daughter of the King, wife, mom to 3, gym rat, podcaster, coffee enthusiast, health coach, extrovert, and lov…

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177 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part One) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom 34:08

6M ago34:08

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If you’re a busy mom who wants to power up her productivity, look no further! In Part One of my conversation with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom, she shares the first two steps in her POWER productivity system. Come back tomorrow for Part Two! Michelle Byrd is a daughter of the King, wife, mom to 3, gym rat, podcaster, coffee enthusiast, h…

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176 // Feel Like You’re Tidying Up ALL THE TIME? 3 Steps to Get Off the Tidy Up Hamster Wheel 14:20

6M ago14:20

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“I’m fighting so hard for a peaceful home that is clear of clutter. My mind can’t handle the mess. It doesn’t seem to matter how much I take out and how constantly I do tidy ups…The mess keeps exploding and I feel like I’m doing nothing but tidying up from sunrise to sunset.” This is feedback from one of the mamas in our free Facebook group. Can yo…

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175 // Declutter Anxious Thoughts with This One Simple Tip - with Heather O’Brien from the Heal from God Podcast 31:20

7M ago31:20

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If you’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed, it’s hard to get out of the negative thought spiral. What if there was a simple phrase that could pull you out of your circumstances and help you focus on the present moment? On today’s episode, Heather O’Brien and I speak about the simple phrase she uses and how you can implement this practice of gratitud…

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174 // Declutter Your Home with my TRANSFORM Method 15:30

7M ago15:30

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Need to declutter but paralyzed about not knowing how to start? My TRANSFORM system is the exact process I use in my home and with my clients! Let’s transform your home in 2025 together! Resources Mentioned: Decluttering Mindset Playlist (will continue to be updated) To import this to your favorite podcast player: 1. Click on the red “Subscribe” bu…

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173 // How Atomic Habits Can Transform Your Mom Life in 2025 - with Emily Nichols from Habit Hack Your Health 28:14

7M ago28:14

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Instead of an all-or-nothing approach to habits in 2025, what if we took an atomic approach specifically designed for women? What if we celebrated the small wins in our health, relationships, finances, and other areas of our lives? Today I’m joined by Emily Nichols, host of Habit Hack Your Health - a top ranked podcast that helps working moms habit…

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172 // Clear Relational Clutter, Regulate Your Emotions, and Resolve Family Conflict Using the Connection Codes - with Tera Wages 37:08

8M ago37:08

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When we are constantly overwhelmed and in reactive mode, how can we effectively manage our emotions and connect with ourselves and those around us? Tera Wages, CEO of The Connection Codes, is here to help. In this episode she explains how using a tool that takes just 4 minutes a day can help you transform your relationships with your spouse and kid…

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171 // Overcome Overwhelm by Reducing Volume, Lowering the Bar, and Redefining Enough - with Shira Gill 35:52

8M ago35:52

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When it comes to living a clutter-free, intentional life, we often start with our physical belongings. But being intentional is so much more than stuff and can be applied to every area of our lives. In Shira Gill’s new book LifeStyled: Your Guide to a More Organized & Intentional Life, she provides a holistic view about how to reduce volume, create…

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170 // 5 Steps to Prepare for Holiday Guests When Your House is a Mess 12:53

8M ago12:53

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Hosting for the holidays? Freaking out because your home is a disaster zone? Don’t fret! Follow these 5 steps to get ready for holiday guests FAST! Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and t…

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169 // Finding Contentment in a World of Comparison with Courtney Florey from Declutter and Dwell 28:22

8M ago28:22

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Today is Thanksgiving in the U.S., where we give thanks for all our blessings and remember what matters most. Unfortunately, we are still heavily influenced by ads that bombard us multiple times a day and the unrelenting comparison that plagues us due to social media and not feeling "enough". How do we cultivate contentment in a world of comparison…

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168 // Embracing Slow Living and Cultivating Contentment in a Hustle-Driven World - with Stephanie O’Dea 37:33

9M ago37:33

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As we snowball to the end of 2024, how can we slow down and find contentment? How can we Simple Look Only Within and shut out the voices of comparison? Stephanie O’Dea, New York Times best-selling author and host of the Slow Living podcast, is sharing how a slow lifestyle can bring you peace and ease and how we can opt-out of hustle culture as over…

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167 // 15 Decluttering Rules To Help You Conquer the Chaos 16:38

9M ago16:38

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Feeling stuck and unmotivated to declutter? Pick one (or more) of these 15 rules to help you declutter your home more effectively. My personal favorites are the 12-12-12 and the 90/90 rules! Resources Mentioned: Want to find the podcast episodes that will be most helpful for you? Join the Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Facebook …

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166 // Why Compassionate Time Management Matters - with Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius 41:55

9M ago41:55

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Do you feel like a failure because you are constantly behind? Do you have a stack of planners collecting dust and a to-do list that overwhelms you? You don’t need to hustle. You don’t need to “crush” the day. What you need - what we all need - is a disruption to the toxic productivity paradigm. In Kendra Adachi’s compassionate time management appro…

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165 // Waiting Well in Seasons of Overwhelm - with Erika Diaz-Castro from Her Renewed Strength Co. 40:20

9M ago40:20

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When we are in seasons of waiting, it can often feel like something to be endured, rather than enjoyed. How can we “wait well” even if we’re in a season of overwhelm? How can we find contentment rather than wishing it away? How do we shift our gaze from our circumstances to something greater than ourselves? On today’s episode I’m speaking to Erika …

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164 // Finding Inspiration on the Journey to “Think More and Do With Less” - with Diane Boden from the Minimalist Moms Podcast 33:18

9M ago33:18

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Our journeys to a simpler, more intentional life can be influenced by many things - including books, podcasts, our faith, other thought traditions, and more. Today I have the pleasure of speaking to my friend Diane Boden from the top-rated podcast, Minimalist Moms, where she spreads her ideas and interviews in regards to living a life in the pursui…

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163 // Overwhelmed by Clutter? Take Action with My “5-S” Formula! 10:34

10M ago10:34

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Is the chaos of your home so overwhelming you have no idea where to start? The 5-S formula will help you prioritize and take action so you can start building momentum towards your clutter-free home! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood by Alli Worthington Ato…

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162 // How to Successfully Set and Reach Goals - Even as an Overwhelmed Mom - with Gabe Cox from Red Hot Mindset 39:26

10M ago39:26

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Do you love goal setting? Or do you avoid it because you’re so overwhelmed and you don’t want one MORE thing to focus on? Gabe Cox is sharing her best tips for realistic goal setting for overwhelmed moms. We chat about how to cultivate a “red hot mindset” through creating our vision, using a “stepping stone” approach to break down big goals, and ce…

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161 // Mom Guilt Be Gone! 5 Causes of Mom Guilt and How to Say Goodbye for Good 15:55

10M ago15:55

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Mom guilt. If you’ve been a mom any length of time, you’ve likely experienced it. But where exactly does it come from, and how do we overcome it so we can actually enjoy motherhood more? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 causes of mom guilt and how we can say goodbye for good! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Mindset: The New Psy…

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160 // Simple Strategies for Intentional Purchasing When You’re Bringing Too Much Into Your Home - My Coaching Call with Natalie Cook (Part 2) 24:37

10M ago24:37

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Today I have the pleasure of speaking to Natalie Cook as we talk about how to be more intentional with purchases, especially when you love clothes and shop often with friends as entertainment. I hope you love this conversation and it can help you identify your own shopping triggers so you can purchase with purpose! Resources Mentioned: Scarcity Bra…

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159 // Say NO to Fall Hauls! 6 Cognitive Biases That Cause You to Buy (and What to Do About Them) 16:50

10M ago16:50

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In a season where we are surrounded by people encouraging “fall hauls”, how can we buy more intentionally? If we can understand these six cognitive biases that marketers leverage to cause us to buy what we don’t need, we can purchase with a purpose! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter An excellent…

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158 // Declutter Your Bedroom Step-by-Step - A Coaching Call with Natalie Cook 33:12

10M ago33:12

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Want to be a fly on the wall during one of my virtual coaching sessions? Today I’m coaching Natalie Cook with how to approach her bedroom! Natalie wants her bedroom to be her sanctuary but struggles with a small closet and too much stuff. I hope you enjoy the conversation! *Current pricing for virtual and in-person decluttering + organizing coachin…

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157 // 7 Cognitive Biases That Cause Clutter (and What Do Do About Them) 13:22

10M ago13:22

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A cognitive bias is a systematic error in thinking caused by the tendency of the human brain to simplify information through personal experiences and preferences. What that means for decluttering our stuff? We hold onto what we don’t need! In today’s episode, I’m reviewing 7 of the most prevelant cognitive biases causing you to hold onto clutter an…

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156 // Simple Chore Systems for Neurodivergent Moms (and Kids!) - with Kelly Briggs from Simple Home Mom 30:53

11M ago30:53

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Have you ever attempted to follow a cleaning schedule - but failed? Do you buy planners and never use them? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to chores, cleaning, tidying, or home management in general! We need to create chore systems that work WITH our brain! In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Kelly Briggs from Simple Home Mom all about her…

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