Emily McDermott | Helping Overwhelmed Moms Declutter And Get Organized

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Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization201 // Declutter and Organize Your Craft/Hobby Room (Room-by-Room Series)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 local Buy Nothing group Related Episodes: Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirat...2025-07-2414 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization196 // 3 Simple Steps to Declutter Your Closets (Room-by-Room Series)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 Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox *** I help mo...2025-06-1912 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization194 // Declutter Your Kitchen (Room-by-Room Series)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: Episode 42: Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRST Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Aroun...2025-06-0514 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home OrganizationBONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 3I’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 including our “bucket lists” = > how a simple notebook is changing my life = > ChatGPT for recipe help and much more! Hope yo...2025-05-2250 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization191 // Declutter Your Bedroom (Room-by-Room Series)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 purpose—so it can finally become the calming, restorative retreat you deserve. Resources Mentioned: The Minimalist Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to a Decluttered, Refocused Life by Joshua...2025-05-0816 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home OrganizationBONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 2I’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 summer (how is it almost here??) = > setting realistic expectations for ourselves and our families = > decluttering tips (because I LOVE sharing...2025-05-0250 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization189 // Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster🤔 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! Resources Mentioned: Articles about the move-out decluttering method and the Minimalists’ “packing party” The suitcase/vacation declutter method Related Episodes: 2025-04-2409 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home OrganizationBONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E)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 recent trip = > the mental chatter of motherhood = > resenting our family members when they don’t do things the way we do or we perceive they aren’t helpi...2025-03-1345 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization182 // Declutter Your Life by Simplifying These 10 ThingsHave 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 Cummings Houdyshell’s YouTube channel AnyList for grocery shopping/meal planning Opal app for focus and disabling social media and distracting apps Trashie for textile and tech...2025-02-2719 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization175 // Declutter Anxious Thoughts with This One Simple Tip - with Heather O’Brien from the Heal from God PodcastIf 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 gratitude in your own life. Heather is a prophetic healing coach, minister, author, and speaker. She helps Christians heal with God from trauma, anxiety, and depression by hearing God's voice. She is t...2025-01-1631 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization174 // Declutter Your Home with my TRANSFORM MethodNeed 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” button 2. Click on the red “Subscribe on podcast apps” button 3. Click on the “Continue” button 4. Select your favorite podcast app 5. Complete prompts to Follow Show to follow the pla...2025-01-0915 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization173 // How Atomic Habits Can Transform Your Mom Life in 2025 - with Emily Nichols from Habit Hack Your HealthInstead 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 hack their health in less time, guilt free. From her own struggles and working with 100s of moms as a personal trainer since 2016, Emily found that women need a more habit based approach to their wellness in or...2025-01-0228 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization169 // Finding Contentment in a World of Comparison with Courtney Florey from Declutter and DwellToday 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? How do we see ourselves as "enough" when it comes to our stuff, our roles, and the stories we tell ourselves? Today my guest, Courtney Florey, and I discuss these topics and much more! 2024-11-2828 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization167 // 15 Decluttering Rules To Help You Conquer the ChaosFeeling 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 group for accountability and access to my podcast catalog. Also coming soon for group members - personalized playlists targeted for your specific needs! An article about the 12-12-12 rule by Julianna Poplin from The Simplicity Habit 2024-11-1416 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization158 // Declutter Your Bedroom Step-by-Step - A Coaching Call with Natalie CookWant 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 coaching is going up October 1! Book your session today!* Resources Mentioned: **Review Giveaway ends September 30th!** Sponsored by Simple by Emmy LLC 💵 Need a little extra back...2024-09-2633 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization154 // Get Motivated to Declutter with These Simple Steps - with Deanna Yates from Wannabe Clutter FreeWhen it comes to decluttering and organization, motivation can be a fickle friend. We know why it’s important and we want to feel lighter and less chaotic, but decluttering can be HARD. How do we find - and sustain - the motivation to declutter? Today I’m joined by Deanna Yates from Wannabe Clutter Free who is sharing her best tips AND coaching me through a decluttering project I’ve been avoiding! Deanna helps busy families learn how to let go of the stuff holding them back so they can stop spending their entire weeken...2024-09-1233 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization133 // The Exact Step-by-Step Process I Use to Declutter My Home in Less TimeIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the exact step-by-step process I use with my clients to help them declutter their homes in less time! Need extra support on your journey? I offer virtual and in-person decluttering and organizing services! Resources Mentioned: Summer Review Giveaway! Need a little extra cash this summer? Have you left a written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts yet OR shared it with a friend? I'm having a summer review giveaway from now until Sunday, June 30th! If you h...2024-06-1119 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization129 // Stop Believing These 10 Myths and Get Back on Track with DeclutteringThe transition to summer is a great time to kickstart your decluttering efforts. Here are 10 myths about decluttering holding you back, and some mindset shifts to help you stop believing them so you can get back on track! Related Episodes Mentioned: Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple Question Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try Episode 14: Is Your...2024-05-2814 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization119 // Too Overwhelmed and Exhausted to Declutter? 3 Mindset Hacks to Motivate You to Get Started TodayIf you are tired of the chaos and want to start decluttering, but are too exhausted to start, these mindset shifts will propel you to action. Leave your excuses behind and grab that notebook and pen - it’s time to clear the clutter! Resources Mentioned: The Living on Less Collection is a curated collection is packed with valuable resources to help you declutter your home, organize your finances, and simplify your life. My 5 C’s of Decluttering Mini-Course (retail $12) is just one of the resources - and you get everything for $5. Only redeem what you...2024-04-2314 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization118 // Digital Declutter 101 - Simple File and E-mail Organization Tips with Deanna Yates from Wannabe Clutter FreeIf you can’t see the screen saver on your desktop because your digital files are out of control and you are drowning in e-mails that keep on coming, today’s episode is for you! Deanna Yates, host of the popular podcast Wannabe Clutter Free is guiding us through how she sets up her “virtual filing cabinet” for digital files as well as sharing some tips for taming your inbox! Deanna helps busy families learn how to let go of the stuff holding them back so they can stop spending their entire weekend cleaning house and start enjoy mo...2024-04-1828 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization117 // Declutter the Mental Load of Motherhood by Following My 5-Step SystemThe invisible mental load of motherhood are all the things we carry - planning, inventory, appointments, finances, projects, and more. We constantly feel like something is falling through the cracks because of all we are managing. So how can we declutter the crushing mental load? Today I’m sharing my 5-step system to help you declutter the mental clutter that is contributing to your stress and overwhelm. Grab that notebook and pen - you’re going to need it! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): A great article about the invisible load of m...2024-04-1611 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization108 // The Simple, Stress-Free Way to Edit Your Wardrobe with Emily Conley from The Minimal-ish MamaDoes the thought of decluttering your closet overwhelm you? Do you have NO idea where to start? Do you have a ton of clothes that fit you 3 years, 10 pounds, and 2 kids ago but can’t bear to let them go? Today’s episode is for you! My friend and professional organizer Emily Conley (otherwise known as the Minimal-ish Mama is sharing the steps you need to take to edit your wardrobe the simple, stress-free way! Emily is a professional organizer and YouTuber in Upstate New York. She creates weekly videos about purs...2024-03-1432 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization107 // No Time to Declutter? 4 Questions You MUST Answer to Find the Time You NeedI promise you, no matter what you have going on in your life, you do have time to declutter. By answering these four questions, you can overcome the roadblocks preventing you from pursuing a more peaceful, clutter-free life. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included): Article about Big Rocks The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Thriving in Motherhood Planner Related Episodes: Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 5: Don’t Know W...2024-03-1213 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization102 // Chronic People-Pleaser? Declutter Your Need to Please with Mikki Gardner from Co-Parenting with ConfidenceDo you struggle with people-pleasing that’s leaving you exhausted, burnt out, and resentful? Do you prioritize everyone else’s needs and comfort above your own because you want to be a “good” mom? In today’s episode, Mikki Gardner is sharing where our people-pleasing tendencies come from and how to declutter people-pleasing in three steps. Mikki Gardner is a Certified Life + Conscious Parenting Coach, the host of Co-Parenting with Confidence podcast, and a mom to her teenage son. After learning how to navigate life post divorce & using it as a catalyst to her own tr...2024-02-2233 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization100 // We Made it to 100! Here’s the Top 10 Most Downloaded Episodes of All TimeToday we’re celebrating the 100th episode with audio clips of the top 10 downloaded episodes of all time! Here’s the list if you want to check out the full episodes: Top 10 episodes of all time (as of 2/14/24): Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 37: Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to Start D...2024-02-1528 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization91 // Unmotivated to Declutter? 10 Shocking Statistics That Will Make You Think Differently About Your StuffLacking the motivation to declutter? These 10 shocking statistics may make you feel differently about your stuff and provide the motivational boost you need! Resources Mentioned: 100K Giveaway! If you love the show and want the chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card, here’s what you need to do! Starting Tuesday January 16 and ending Sunday, January 28! Leave a podcast review in Apple Podcasts if you haven’t done so already OR if you have left a review or have an Android, show me a screen shot of you sharing the show! You MUST e-ma...2024-01-1615 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization88 // Anxious and Overwhelmed? Stop Your Scroll and Declutter Your Phone Addiction to Transform Your Life and Motherhood - with Stefanie GassWhat would you do with an extra 5 hours a day? How would you be able to show up for yourself and your family? Do you find yourself escaping the overwhelm of your life by turning to your phone? Are you afraid to look at your Screen Time stats? On today’s episode, podcast and business coach Stefanie Gass shares her compelling story of how phone addiction was negatively impacting her health and relationships and the practical steps she took to overcome it. Not only did she regain 5 hours back a day and her overwhelm significantly decreased, but sh...2024-01-0434 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization73 // Listener Questions Answered (Part Three): Perfectionism and Decluttering Procrastination, No Energy to Declutter, and How to Create Simple SystemsPart Three of your frequently asked questions is here! Today we’re chatting about the connection between perfectionism and procrastination, what to do when you don’t have the energy to declutter, and how to create SIMPLE systems that you can stick with! Missed Parts One and Two of this series? No worries! I’ve got you, mama! Episode 69: Listener Questions Answered! Where Do I Start Decluttering? I Don’t Have Any Time to Declutter! How Do I Get My Family On Board? Episode 71: Listener Questions Answered (Part Two): How to Approach an Overwhel...2023-11-1413 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization72 // Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson“Show me your calendar, and I’ll show you your priorities.” How does our calendar reflect what matters most to us? How can we simplify our schedules and be more intentional so we can focus on what matters most? These are just a few of the things we chat about on today’s episode with Sasha Star Robertson. Sasha is an Intentional Living & Biblical Mindset Coach for busy Christian moms, wife of 14 years to her best friend, boy mom x2 (blessed by adoption), travel addict, and Jesus freak. She is the founder of The Intentional Abundance...2023-11-0928 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization71 // Listener Questions Answered (Part Two): How to Approach an Overwhelming Room, Too Many Toys, and “Generous” Relatives Who Give Us Stuff We Don’t Need!We’re back for Listener Questions Part Two! Part One was so much fun, and today I’m answering your questions about how to approach a cluttered room that overwhelms you, what to do with too many toys, and how to deal with “generous” relatives giving you stuff you don’t need! Resources Mentioned: You have one more chance to submit a listener question for our FAQ series! E-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com or leave me a voice message here by Wednesday, November 8 to be considered. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone...2023-11-0713 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization69 // Listener Questions Answered Part One: Where Do I Start Decluttering? I Don’t Have Any Time to Declutter! How Do I Get My Family On Board?Today I'm sharing the 3 top questions I get from listeners and moms joining my free Facebook group: 1. Where do I start with decluttering? 2. What do I do if I have no time to declutter? 3. How do I get my family members on board? Do you have a question you want answered on the show? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Related Episodes: Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to St...2023-10-3114 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization63 // 3 Creative Ways to Encourage Your Kids to DeclutterThe end of the year will be here before we know it - along with the influx of stuff into our home. Now is the BEST TIME to declutter your kids’ stuff. But how do we get them on board? Here are 3 creative tips that can help encourage your kids to declutter, no matter how resistant they might be to the idea! Resources Mentioned: US Toy Library Association Related Episodes: Episode 18: Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with Decluttering Episode 47: Top Tips for Selling on Fa...2023-10-1013 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization62 // Feeling Scattered? Use the Power of Checklists to Declutter Your Mind with Danielle McGeough from the Plan Goal Plan PodcastIf you are feeling scattered and overwhelmed, and your to-do list is growing longer by the minute, you probably haven’t utilized the power of checklists. In today’s episode Danielle McGeough from the Plan Goal Plan podcast is breaking down how checklists can be a powerful home management tool to free up your mental space for what matters most! Resources Mentioned: Danielle’s podcast Plan Goal Plan My interview on Danielle’s podcast Danielle’s Etsy shop with planning resources Snag your FREE checklists here The Checklist...2023-10-0529 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization59 // Your 5-Step Plan to Declutter Unwanted Gifts Guilt-FreeAre you paralyzed by guilt when it comes to decluttering gifts, even if it’s something that you (or your kids) never use? Today I’m sharing my 5-step plan to help you declutter gifts - guilt-free - so you can remove the excess that isn’t serving you! Resources Mentioned: GIVEAWAY ALERT! For the entire month of September, if you leave a rating and written review in Apple Podcasts (five stars are my favorite, you can probably guess), take a screen shot of it and e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com, you will be entere...2023-09-2617 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization58 // Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen HomeAre mornings crazy in your home? Do your routines feel out-of-whack? Do you struggle with feeling content in the mundane moments of motherhood? If so, today’s conversation with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home is for you! Mollie is a homeschooling mom to four littles who is sharing how she found a morning routine that works for her family, how to simplify routines, and what it means to be the “mom in the arena”. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mollie on Instagram Check out Mollie and her husband Mike’s blog, This Evergreen Home, an...2023-09-2131 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization51 // 7 Steps to Declutter Challenging Relationships and Become a Boundary Boss with Jen Rogers from Bold & Blended StepmomsHow do we declutter the relationships in our lives that no longer serve us? And how do we create boundaries around the relationships we want (or need) to keep so we can reclaim our precious time and energy? Today we are diving into these topics and much more with my guest Jen Rogers. Jen is a wife, mom, stepmom, daughter of the King of Kings, inspirational speaker, #1 Amazon best-selling author, certified professional life coach, and a pickle ball lover! She is also the podcast host of the top 1.5% globally ranked podcast Bold & Blended Stepmoms, where...2023-08-2432 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization46 // Declutter When Your Kids are Home for the Summer with These 3 Simple HacksIf you’re anything like me, your kids have been home all summer and at this point are driving you nuts. Summer means we are outdoors more, but it’s harder to find time to declutter. So what's a busy mom to do? Today I’m going to share my three favorite hacks for decluttering when your kids are home for the summer - or really anytime! Grab a free 10-minute clarity call with me and let's see how I can help you declutter one area of your home, be consistent in your decluttering, or create systems that w...2023-07-2012 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization42 // Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRSTBefore you start decluttering you must understand what matters to you. It is the lens by which we make all our decluttering decisions. But there are three additional questions that, if answered before you start, can really help you focus on what needs to be done and declutter FASTER. Who doesn’t love that? I call them the 3 F’s and I’m sharing them in today’s episode. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned: Let’s chat about your biggest pain point when it comes to decluttering so I can get you the help you need Jum...2023-06-2210 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization38 // Work With Your Body and Declutter Faster by Harnessing the Power of Cycle SyncingCycle syncing can be described as adapting your lifestyle to your the different phases of your menstrual cycle. Changing levels of hormones including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone have a direct effect on our mood and energy. So if we are aware of what to expect in each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle - (menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, and luteal), we can better plan our diet, exercise, calendar, and yes, even decluttering (as well as shopping) around the shifts in our hormones. Resources Mentioned: In-person decluttering services for the Washington DC metro area are...2023-05-2514 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization36 // Feeling Like “Just” a Mom? 3 Ways Decluttering Reminds You of Who You Are Outside of MotherhoodHave you ever felt like "just" a mom? You know, when you’re trying to find your identity and purpose while you are cleaning up crumbs from the kitchen floor and pee from the toilet seat, changing out the laundry or trying to seem interested in playing on the floor with your kids...when all you want to do is take a nap or just sit in silence without anyone asking you for anything? In today’s special episode in honor of Mother's Day, I am reminding you that you are not alone, and that you are more...2023-05-1113 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization32 // Stop Believing These 7 Lies About Your StuffThere are 7 lies you are telling yourself about your stuff that is causing you to hold onto what you don’t need and what isn’t serving you and the life you want to create. Because we believe these lies, our clutter is literally blocking our path. If we can dig into our beliefs around stuff, we can recognize the truth and find freedom in letting go. Let’s dive in, shift our mindset, and live a clutter-free life! Resources Mentioned: 5 Mindset Shifts to Help You Let Go of Clutter Decluttering Tips and Suppor...2023-04-1311 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization24 // Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You DeclutterWhen it comes to decluttering, you need to ask yourself some tough questions. Marie Kondo made this type of questioning popular with her favorite: “Does it spark joy?” While this may work for some items, I personally don’t think it’s a very helpful litmus test for deciding what to keep and what to toss. So today I’m sharing four lesser-known, but powerful questions that I use regularly in my own decluttering practice that will help you declutter more effectively. GIVEAWAY ALERT! Between February 16, 2023 when this episode airs and February 20th at midnight Eastern time (EST), If yo...2023-02-1611 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization23 // Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 ThingsIf you search for decluttering tips in Pinterest, you will find hundreds of ideas, decluttering challenges, and the like. But what you won’t find as much as is how to prevent excess stuff that becomes clutter from coming into your house in the first place. Recommending that people buy less is not supported by our consumerist culture. The hard truth is that if you want to stop constantly decluttering, you have to be more intentional and, dare I say ruthless, with what you are bringing into your home. You have to be mindful of the still sm...2023-02-0913 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization19 // Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple QuestionDid you know that every day we supposedly make 35,000 decisions (although my guess is that it’s higher for moms)? If you’re going through your days exhausted, burnt out, and not sure how you’re going to find an ounce of energy to declutter anything, I have an idea what the culprit may be. Too much stuff means too many choices and too many decisions, which causes decision fatigue! In today’s episode I’m going to talk about the three reasons why unnecessary decisions are stealing your energy and what we can do about it. Join the fr...2023-01-1214 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization18 // Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with DeclutteringDo your kids want to keep EVERYTHING? Not sure how to even approach decluttering with them, but don’t want to throw out everything when they’re sleeping (no matter how much you’re tempted). Today I share my best three tips about how to get your kids (yes YOUR kids) on board with decluttering. There’s still time to participate in the giveaway for Julia Ubbenga’s course Declutter Your Life NOW. If you leave a written review on Apple Podcasts for this podcast between January 5 and January 11th at midnight EST, and send me a screen shot...2023-01-0513 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization17 // Decluttering Our Self-Talk with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What MattersDecluttering our homes is important, but what about the negative thoughts cluttering our minds and hearts? How many times have you thought, “I’m a bad mom” or “I wish I could just get myself together”. Today on the podcast, I am thrilled to have Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters. Julia shares her story of how she discovered simplifying and minimalism in the midst of postpartum depression and $40,000 of credit card debt. She then shares her best tips for decluttering self-talk for overwhelmed moms. Julia Ubbenga is a freelance journalist whose teachings on minimalism, simplicity, and intenti...2022-12-2931 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization12 // Say Goodbye to Perfectionism and Declutter with Confidence with Sarah from Simple + IntentionalToday I’m thrilled to bring you my first interview on the podcast. Once a month I will introduce you to a mom who has overcome overwhelm through decluttering and simplifying. Today I chat with Sarah from Simple + Intentional. Sarah is a full-time teacher, mom + wife who is passionate about helping women change their lives through decluttering. After a cancer diagnosis in 2014, she discovered her perfectionism + people pleasing were holding her back + creating a lot of overwhelm. This was also the year she first discovered minimalism and slowly started getting rid of things. Fast forward to 201...2022-11-2428 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization06 // The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home!Today I take you through the EASIEST way to declutter any space in your home - using the power of the artificial boundaries and containers. We go step-by-step through decluttering your medicine cabinet and how I use the container rule for our library books! You don’t want to miss this one. Be sure to share your progress with me on Instagram (tag @simplebyemmy) or join the free Facebook group here! Resources Mentioned: Decluttering At the Speed of Life by Dana K. White is an excellent book about decluttering! 2022-10-1312 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization04 // THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to DeclutterWhere do I start and when do I find the time? When I coach other moms, these are the same two questions I get time and time again. And I get it. When you’re overwhelmed, it’s hard to look at something as daunting as decluttering and think that something that requires so much energy and focus is something you can handle when you’re so inundated already. It’s one more thing to do on a never ending to-do list. And when it comes to time, it’s hard to even remember if you ate breakfast today, let alone...2022-09-2909 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization03 // Before You Declutter, You MUST Do This FirstNow that you know what overwhelms you, you may be tempted to go around your house like a madwoman wielding a garbage bag. Not so fast! There is ONE thing you MUST do before you start decluttering. Today I'll take you through a short episode that can help you focus on what truly matters before you start your decluttering journey. Here is the Instagram Post about my laundry method. *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast ...2022-09-2211 min

Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home OrganizationPodcast TrailerHey there, mama. Are you tired of all the STUFF crowding your home, calendar, and mind? Do you wish you could say goodbye to the endless to-do list running around in your head, while you're running around in the middle of the mess? Want to declutter but don’t know where to start? Are your dreams buried under piles of toys and laundry? Welcome to Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where you will find proven and practical solutions to declutter your home, head, and heart. If you're ready to reclaim your precious resources of time, energy, attention, and focus and...2022-09-1401 min