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ORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move100 Episodes of Decluttering and Organizing Wisdom, Crisis Downsizing and What’s NextIn this special 100th episode of the Organize With Grace podcast, I’m reflecting on the top lessons I’ve learned through professional organizing and hosting a show focused on decluttering, downsizing, and navigating life transitions. I’ll walk you through seven key truths I’ve seen again and again, from decision fatigue and the emotions that decluttering evokes to the fear of letting go and the power of starting small. Whether you’re in the middle of a move, facing a family crisis, or simply overwhelmed by stuff, these insights will encourage and ground you. I also i...2025-06-2318 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move97 | Stop Letting Perfectionism Steal Your Joy: 3 Game-Changing Decluttering Secrets You Can Try TodayIn this episode, I discuss why decluttering and downsizing need self-compassion and grace, not perfectionism.  I also share three simple tips to make downsizing less stressful: celebrate small wins, accept your feelings about letting things go, and define what "enough" progress means for your situation. Are you feeling stuck with your decluttering projects or planning a move? If so, this episode offers practical advice for making progress without the pressure. Let's connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizewithgrace/ Or you can email me: grace@organizewithgrace.com  2025-03-0816 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move96 | Finding God's Grace In Your Messy House: An Honest Conversation About What Jesus Truly Cares AboutDo you find that your messy home feels like a reflection of your heart and self-worth? Join us for a refreshingly honest conversation with Dana K. White, the beloved creator of "A Slob Comes Clean." In this episode, Dana opens up about her personal struggles with clutter and shares how her journey from chaos to clarity began with the creation of an anonymous blog. This blog started as an accountability project and has since transformed into a movement that has helped thousands break free from the cycle of mess and shame. Dana offers practical and...2025-02-1144 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move95 | Why January's "Quitter's Day" Is Actually Your Perfect Reset Button | Decluttering Tips For A Fresh StartHey! If you're beating yourself up about those New Year's resolutions already falling apart, you need to hear this episode. I get super real about my own 4 AM dishwasher adventures (yes, really!) and why January feeling like a total blur is actually totally okay. I share this "as real as it gets" situated about helping a family handle an emergency downsize that really puts things in perspective. Plus, did you know there's actually a thing called "Quitter's Day"? We talk about why ditching those resolutions doesn't make you a quitter, and...2025-01-3109 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move94 | Emergency Ready Home: Why Organization Could Save What You Value Most🏡 Emergency Ready Home: Why Organization Could Save What You Value Most As wildfires impact Los Angeles communities, we're sharing a thoughtful reflection on home preparedness - not for those currently affected, but for those of us watching and wondering, "What if?" Together, we explore the connection between an organized home and emergency readiness. Through sensitive discussion of current events, we'll consider how simple organization could become your family's shield during life's unexpected moments. And you don't have to do it alone. Join us at the free Chaos to Calm Summit, where experts will gui...2025-01-1006 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move93 | The Sandwich Generation: How To Prepare While Parents Are Still IndependentHappy New Year! Are you noticing subtle changes in your parents' lifestyle while raising your own kids? You might be approaching the "sandwich generation" - and you're not alone. In this episode, we explore this unique season of life through the eyes of someone preparing for it, backed by professional experience helping families navigate this transition. 🎯 In this episode, you'll discover: What really defines the "sandwich generation" and why recognizing the signs early matters How decluttering can be a gentle gateway to deeper conversations about aging and care A practical way to pre...2025-01-0711 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move92 | 3 Powerful Reflections - Your Bridge From 2024 to 20253 Powerful Reflections - Your Bridge from 2024 to 2025 Ready to close this year with intention? Join me for a close look at what it means to reflect, release, and renew. From handling Facebook timeouts to finding deeper gratitude, I share with you what's on my list. Plus, get a simple 3-step action plan to start your 2025 with purpose. Warning: This episode might just inspire you to grab a pen and start your own reflection journey—right in the middle of listening. If the mood strikes you, share your list with me...2024-12-3123 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move91 | Black Friday Flurry...Are You Participating? Surprise, I am! (Gasp!)For my fellow American friends, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  The holidays are here and so is Black Friday. On that note... Have you heard of the color analysis that Your Color Guru does that will revolutionize the way you dress and boost your confidence at the same time? Lean in, friends, wherever you are tuning in, because this may be the ONLY Black Friday sale I am promoting as a pro declutterer because I love it and I have a feeling you will love it too. H...2024-11-2913 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move90 | Here is an audio version of "5 Tips To Organize Your Garage Before the Holidays"What annoys you the most about your garage? Share it with me by email: grace@organizewithgrace.com There weren't any takers for watching the video version, so I thought I'd make it easier for you by providing you with an audio version of the workshop I recently did to help you with your garage or storage decluttering and organization before the holidays arrive. Want a complimentary strategy session with me to help you get started? Click this link, and we will get on Zoom for 15 minutes, and you will come away with an action plan...2024-10-1821 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move89 | 5 Tips to Organize Your Garage Before the HolidaysHave you been thinking about getting that garage in order before the holidays roll around? I've got something that might help you out. You know how overwhelming these projects can seem, right? I've put together a little gift to help you get started. It's a 30-minute workshop video called "5 Tips to Organize Your Garage Before the Holidays." In just half an hour, you'll learn practical tips to save time and headaches. We're talking about finally finding a home for those holiday decorations, making space for your car, and maybe even impressing family and friends when...2024-10-0104 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveShare Your Struggle, Win a Prize!You are in the spotlight in this episode! I would love to know what you think by asking you some questions, especially this one: What is the single greatest struggle that you face when it comes to trying to reduce the amount of things in your home? When you complete this short survey, you qualify to win a $25 Starbucks gift card! Win-win, right? The last day to enter is Tuesday, 9/17/24, by midnight PST! Fill out the survey here: DECLUTTER DILEMMA SURVEY Thank you, and I will share the results...2024-09-1413 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move88 | Going From Overwhelm To Action Part 2Ever feel like life is throwing everything at you all at once and you want to hide under a blanket, away from everyone? In this episode, we're getting real about those times when it all feels like too much and what to do about it. No fancy talk here - just a time to catch your breath when life won't slow down.  Join me for some practical talk on getting through the tough spots, finding your footing again, and not having to feel alone.   Want to join me for a...2024-08-2407 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move87 | Going From Overwhelm To ActionIn this episode, we will discuss the word "overwhelm" by discovering the difference between "being" and "feeling" overwhelmed. Whether you're facing a garage full of memories or a closet bursting at the seams, this episode offers the encouragement and tools to move from paralysis to progress. I've missed you! Let's connect by good ol' email: grace@organizewithgrace.com If you've heard about my Facebook group in other episodes, please email me instead of joining, as I am currently restricted from FB. Chat soon! - Grace www.organizewithgrace.com  2024-08-1613 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move86 | Moving and Downsizing Do's and Don'ts: Secrets to a Stress-Free Fresh StartLet's face it: moving is stressful and challenging on many fronts - emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially.  Yet, each year, tens of millions of people in the US relocate from their place of birth or current residence to another location within the same city, county, state, country, or abroad for many reasons. (Read more at: https://www.mymovingreviews.com/move/how-often-and-why-americans-move/) During these moves, we tend to accumulate belongings along the way, and the next thing we know, we have more stuff than we know what to do with. In this e...2024-07-0339 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move85 | Tame Your Photo Chaos: A 7-Step Solution To Organizing Memories Without Feeling OverwhelmedInstead of a tangled, overwhelming hot mess of scattered analog and digital photos that leave you stressed, imagine having your most precious memories neatly organized and displayed. You'd be able to enjoy those visual keepsakes while crafting the “best of the best” visual legacy that you and your children can easily access for years to come. If this resonates with you, this episode could be the solution you needed yesterday. I had the pleasure of chatting with Haleh Shoa, Founder and CEO of Picturli: a photo organization, curation, archiving, and design studio that help...2024-06-1937 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move84 | Beyond The Piles: A Helpful Guide To Equip You To Help Those Who Hoard We've all seen at least one episode of the infamous hoarder show and likely had our own opinions about what may drive someone to hoard. But hoarding is a complex issue beyond what we see on TV. Join me and my guest, Laurel Sagan of Laurel Buys Houses as we discuss the impact hoarding has on individuals and families, and most importantly, how we can offer support and understanding to those who hoard. Whether you seek insight for yourself or a loved one, this episode aims to shed some light on this often misunderstood topic...2024-04-2326 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move83 | How To Continually Fill Your Cup Even If You Are Full-Time CaregiverIn this episode with special guest Jenny Layton of The Happy Gal, we chat about practical tips, heartfelt advice, and empowering insights to help you prioritize your well-being without guilt as a caregiver. Tune in to learn how to nourish your mind, body, and soul, and find the balance you deserve.   Jenny Layton helps high-achieving women organize their homes, manage their time, and master their mindsets so they can achieve their goals without sacrificing what matters most. You can learn more about her signature systems and programs on the Life Organized podcast, or at www.t...2024-04-0938 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveWant To Speak With A Real-Life Professional Organizer?Have you ever wondered what working with a professional organizer would be like? Are you ready to hire one to help you but do not know where to start?    As a "THANK YOU" for listening to the podcast, I have opened up 5 spots for you to sit with me through Zoom for 15 minutes and pick my brain about what you need to know about hiring a pro.   Click this link to secure your spot: COMPLIMENTARY 15-MINUTE STRATEGY CALL 2024-04-0604 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveNEW WORKSHOP- Mail Mastery: Slash paper clutter by 50% with this easy processing techniqueTired of seeing mail EVERYWHERE?   On your kitchen counter, in your car, on your dining room table...you may have found some stashed in your dresser drawers.   Regardless of where they are, the stacks of unopened mail may be triggering feelings of anxiety and frustration within you.   You finally had enough but you have no idea where to start.   Here is the first step:   Join Mail Mastery workshop and say goodbye to the stress and overwhelm caused by paper mail.   After the workshop you will: Learn practical strategies to quickly sort through your mail Discover effective ways to manage your incomi...2024-03-0303 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move82 | Embracing Change Proactively For A Purposeful JourneyChange is inevitable, but our response to it shapes our path and defines our destiny. Join me and my friend, Alissa Agbulos, as we discuss mindset shifts, practical strategies, and her big move from California to Australia. Together, we hope to illuminate the way forward amidst life's inevitable transitions. Whether you're navigating career shifts, personal growth, or global changes, this episode offers valuable insights to help you thrive in times of uncertainty. Tune in to discover how embracing change can lead to a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life. Are you ready to make...2024-02-1934 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move81 | What It Means To "Rightsize" Your Home And How To Successfully Navigate Through The Process With Marni JamesonReady to make a change for a better tomorrow by rightsizing your home? Join me for an empowering and educational episode featuring Marni Jameson, author of "Rightsize Today To Create Your Best Life Tomorrow: A Motivational Guide for Those Seeking Their Ideal Home Later In Life." She shares invaluable insights and practical strategies to help guide you to your best life. Marni is a nationally syndicated home-design columnist, award-winning journalist, speaker, and frequent TV guest. Her humorous and helpful column, "At Home With Marni Jameson," appears weekly in two dozen papers nationwide. She is the...2024-02-0520 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move***FREE WORKSHOP ALERT!*** Come and join!Need some inspiration and motivation to declutter your home? Click HERE to join: Organize with Grace Facebook Group to be a part of a free declutter workshop happening on Monday, February 5th to Wednesday, February 7th at 4pm PST. What's in store for you: A fresh vision and motivation to declutter The answer to why it's so hard to let go of your possessions Strategies on how to finally let go without regrets Ready to get unstuck? If you are, see you inside! ***Not on...2024-02-0203 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move80 | Kick-start Your Decluttering With The Power Of Writing Down Your GoalsHi Friend! It's so good to connect with you again.  I'm here to tell you about a common yet powerful strategy to help you kick-start your decluttering journey for 2024. Better yet, join my upcoming workshop so we can have some fun and do this together. WORKSHOP ALERT: "Unmotivated to Declutter? Journal This!" February 5th-7th, 4pm-5pm PST online Where: (Zoom and Facebook Group)  Join the Facebook Group here: Organize with Grace Podcast Community If you are not on FB, email me at hello@organizewithgrace.com and pu...2024-01-2214 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move79 | Mindful Consumption During the Holiday Season Without Removing The Fun Out of ShoppingJoin me in this episode as I delve into the concept of mindful consumption during the holidays. Discover practical strategies to navigate the shopping frenzy, avoid unnecessary purchases, and still revel in the joy of finding meaningful gifts for your loved ones. Learn about thoughtful gifting and mindful consumption, ensuring a fulfilling holiday season without the clutter. There seems to be little literature and research about "mindful consumption" and I wish I could bring you more information about it. For now, we will keep it basic and describe it as a...2023-11-2313 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move78 | How To Win Against Being Tempted To Buy On ImpulseHappy October! We are moving onward and forward into the last months of 2023 and my desire for you is to be encouraged and equipped in your decluttering journey. Listen in as I get real about impulse buying and how we can go against the grain of this behavior, especially during the upcoming holiday season. If this episode was helpful and entertaining to you, please let me know at grace@organizewithgrace.com. I would love to hear from you! To Your Decluttering Success, Grace www.organizewithgrace...2023-10-0116 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move77 | Let’s Reconnect - a quick coffee chatHi friend! You have been on my mind and I wanted to reconnect and update you on what’s been up with me. I need your grace regarding the audio because I recorded from my phone and used my wired headset but I would rather chat with you than be overly concerned about the technical stuff. Connect with me at grace@organizewithgrace.com with your burning questions about all things decluttering. Where are you getting stuck? I’m here to help. Talk soon! Grace 2023-08-1908 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move76 | How I Am Currently Simplifying My Clothes And Closet (You Can Too!)Listen to this short episode and find out how I have been able to simplify my clothes and closet. The outcomes? More space, more peace, and more confidence!  Purchase your unique color analysis here: www.yourcolorguru.com  ****Don't forget to enter GRACE10 to get 10% off your purchase!*** Need more convincing? Listen to Episode 46 where I talked with Your Color Guru owner and founder, Jeannie Stith.    2023-07-0406 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move75 | Why Do You Want To Declutter Your Home?Hi Friend!!! Thank you so much for still hanging out with me despite how it has been since I brought you a new episode. This episode is special, coming straight from the heart, especially because it's my birthday today! Listen in as I talk with you about why it's so vital to determine your "why". Maybe you've heard of this before and thought about how corny it is but hear me out because it may change the way you approach decluttering.   ***Grab your DECLUTTER GUIDE by clicking HERE and you...2023-06-2413 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move74 | Getting Organized Is A Form Of Self-Care...Do You Agree or Disagree?Today's special guest is Professional Organizer Holly Perez, owner of H.A.P. Organizing Solutions. Join us as we talk about how getting organized is a form of self-care. Holly also shares actionable tips and her own journey with getting organized.  The term "self-care" has been a marketing buzzword lately, and it evokes mixed feelings for many, including myself. An article I found on Yahoo states that the term "self-care" has "become so big and amorphous that it can be difficult to suss out what it really is at its core and why it matters." While we d...2023-04-1529 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move73 | This Book Could Solve Our Paper ProblemsAvalanche. Tsunami. Mountains. Oceans. Would these words accurately describe the amount of paper that we process throughout our lifetime? Let me share a statistic used by the book I am about to introduce to you: "The average American household processes a paper stack as high as a two-story house every year." Imagine that! So maybe it's not outlandish to describe our paper as an avalanche, tsunami, etc. Even with massive technological advances and a push for a paperless (or at least less paper) society, paper is here to stay, and it only continues to overwhelm...2023-03-2919 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move72 | ONE Question You Need To Ask Yourself When Distractions Try To Derail Your Decluttering ProjectDo you find yourself distracted even after you've scheduled a time to declutter a particular area in your home? Something that you deem more important comes up. You receive a phone call or text message that "needs" your attention. Someone needs something from you. Mind you, this happens within the short 15 minutes that you try to declutter, even just a bedside table. My friend, you are definitely not alone on this. No one is immune to distractions (not even a professional organizer), especially in this day and age where everything and everyone are vying for...2023-02-2618 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 71 | Closet Decluttering Tips To Help You Get UnstuckJust imagine looking inside your closet, smiling, and loving everything you had in it. Getting dressed for work or for an event is a breeze because you can find what you need and you no longer run late. Sounds amazing, right? Unfortunately, this is not (yet) the case for many of us. According to a survey from OnePoll, 47% of women struggle with deciding on which work outfit they should wear. The struggle is real!  Help is on the way, my friend. My guest, Holly Moran, a Professional Organizer, will help us get started on the r...2023-01-3031 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 70 | Do You Feel Like Quitting On Your Organizing Project? Do This InsteadDo you ever feel like quitting because it seems like a never-ending feat to continue decluttering and getting organized? If so, this episode is for you! If your new year resolution or goal was to get more organized...last year in 2022...and you're still not seeing progress, listen up before you put your hands up in surrender. Quitting is not an option around here but sometimes it's okay to pause or dial down. I'm here for you either way. Quick! Grab your guide (CLICK THE LINK BELOW), Declutter Like a Pro, to help you get...2023-01-0718 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 69.2 // The reason why we can’t let go of stuff we no longer need, use or love and how to break free- Part 2Join me and Dr. Jess Beachkofsky for Part 2 of our chat about why we can't let go of stuff we no longer need, use or love and how to break free.   Thank you, Dr. Jess for imparting your expertise and wisdom!   More about Dr. Jess:   Jess is a mom, psychiatrist, and home life strategist helping over-worked moms streamline their homes and grow helpers from their little humans. After 12 years in the military and over a decade working as a psychiatrist, (and wrangling her own chaotic home life) she...2022-11-2124 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 69.1 // The reason why we can’t let go of stuff we no longer need, use or love and how to break free- Part 1Do you suspect that something keeps blocking you from letting go of stuff you no longer use, need, or love but can't quite place your finger on it? It's frustrating for you but you are ready to break through, break free and get your decluttering project done.   Join me and Dr. Jess Beachkofsky as she helps us explore what that "something" could be so that we can overcome it and move forward to a more decluttered life!   More about Dr. Jess:   Jess is a mom, psychiatrist, and home life strategist helping over-worked moms streamline their homes and grow helpers from the...2022-11-1122 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 68 // Are the random piles of paper on your kitchen counter frustrating you? Kickstart your paper organization with these actionable stepsReceipts. Legal documents. Paper bills. Magazines. Work papers. Random notes you wrote on Post-Its. Grocery lists. To-do lists. All. The. Paper. With these ongoing incoming papers, it can really become frustrating when they pile up and you hardly know what to do with them. We then stash them away while we hope they would disappear on their own, except, they don't and they leave us frustrated and overwhelmed. Can you relate? I've been there too! Join me and my guest, friend, and fellow professional organizer, Emily Lowry, as she walks us...2022-11-0527 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 67 // Get Organized Using The Routine Block Planning Method with Ashley Brown, Founder of Routine and ThingsDo you long to establish a solid daily or weekly routine at home so that heading out the door in the morning doesn't have to be a mad rush every time or trying to get to bed on time need not be a struggle? This chat with Ashley Brown will help show you how to get started! Ashley is a mom of two, author of the Routine Building Handbook, and owner of Routine and Things, which serves to help women get organized and into a routine so they enjoy the heck out of life. Ashley knows when w...2022-09-3028 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 66 // 3 Mistakes You Could Be Making That Are Stopping You From Having A Decluttered Home From A Podcaster’s PerspectiveHi friends! Is decluttering a constant struggle for you? Listen to this episode to find out how to move forward even if you still don't know where to start. I will go through 3 major mistakes I made as a podcaster and provide you with solutions to apply to your decluttering journey.  Enjoy! xo-Grace Connect with me: hello@organizewithgrace.com   2022-09-1721 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveIs This You Too? Sharing My Personal Life Transition And Another Podcast PivotHello to you, lovely listeners around the nation and the world! You mean a lot to me so I want to share a little something of what has been going on with me, just real and raw. You may feel you have to go through a life transition alone and want to lend courage that you don't have to and that we can thrive together, even through tough times. xo-Grace Connect with me: hello@organizewithgrace.com  2022-08-3007 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 65 // Stress Less For Back-To-School By Decluttering These Top 4 Areas In Your Home2 blog posts I found inspired this podcast episode: How To Declutter For Back To School by Hadley Court https://hadleycourt.com/how-to-declutter/  3 Places To Declutter Before Back-To-School by Mandy Yang https://themomhour.com/back-to-school-decluttering/    Are you already feeling "behind" for this back-to-school season? Don't worry, you are not alone! Join me as we talk about 4 areas that you can declutter to get off to a good start for the school year! ***By the way, you are NOT behind! You got this and we wil...2022-08-2023 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveA Confession and Invitation For You To Join MeHelp! I'm falling off the podcasting wagon and I can't get up!!! I really need your help so please join me as I record a podcast episode "live" on Facebook this Friday, 8/19 at 1pm PST. You will find out what's been up with me lately and how I would love your help with this so click the link below to join the group and I'll see you Friday! https://www.facebook.com/groups/392147542767604    2022-08-1707 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 64 // Need Help Getting Your Kitchen Pantry Organized? Part 2Pantry organization can be tricky sometimes so you are not "doing it wrong" if it's difficult to make headway with it.  If you need help, I'm here! We can get on Zoom and I can help make suggestions and recommendations to get you started. Have a great weekend! Grace Connect with me by clicking on my website below while you grab your declutter guide "Declutter Like A Pro In 7 Easy Steps": https://www.organizewithgrace.com/special-offer  You can also come and hang out on IG: https://www.in...2022-08-0513 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 63 // Need Help Getting Your Kitchen Pantry Organized? Follow These 5 Easy Steps!The kitchen pantry is sometimes more hassle than help especially when it's overstuffed and unorganized. Listen in and learn how to get your pantry in working order so that you can finally find what you are looking for quickly and easily. Connect with me by clicking on my website below while you grab your declutter guide "Declutter Like A Pro In 7 Easy Steps": https://www.organizewithgrace.com/special-offer  You can also come and hang out on IG: https://www.instagram.com/organizewithgrace/ Or on Facebook: https://www.f...2022-07-3013 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 62 // Why Filling Our Homes With Stuff Leaves Us Feeling Empty, and Tips For Bringing More Happiness To Our Homes with Celebrity Decluttering Expert, Tracy McCubbinIt was an honor and privilege to have a conversation with celebrity Decluttering Expert Tracy McCubbin! We've had great guests so far! Tracy and I talked about, as the title of this episode states, "why filling our homes with stuff leaves us feeling empty, and tips for bringing more happiness to our homes." You do not want to miss this timely and eye-opening chat! Tracy is the acclaimed founder of dClutterfly, and author of the new book Make Space for Happiness: How to Stop Attracting Clutter and Start Magnetizing the Life You Want, (To be rel...2022-07-1434 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveEP 61 // A ”Behind-The-Scene” Peek At The Results Of Virtual Organizing Sessions With MeAre you wondering if hiring a home organizer remotely is right for you? This means that we will get on Zoom together so I can guide you step-by-step on how to get organized, whether that be your kitchen, pantry, office, or any other cluttered spaces that are currently frustrating you. We will problem-solve together and in the end, you will have an organized space that you will love.  If so, I invite you to listen to this episode, a conversation I had with my former client about her experience from the time we started working together to w...2022-07-0727 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveWhen Your Podcast Host Goes On An Accidental Hiatus | A Coffee Chat and Catch-UpHi there! Your girl here went on an accidental hiatus from the podcast, but I'm coming back for more episodes for you in July! Email me at hello@organizewithgrace.com  Talk to you again soon!!! xo- Grace www.organizewithgrace.com  2022-06-2517 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move60 // 3 Quick Key Points To Help You Take Better Care and Control of Your Overall Mental HealthDecluttering and organizing can positively impact our overall mental health and here are 3 of my takeaways from the recent episodes where we focused on our mental well-being. As the month of May came to a close, I hope that, in honor of Mental Health Awareness month, you took the time to do some self-care and released some of that mental load through tidying up.  ON FACEBOOK?  Join the private FACEBOOK group by clicking below! https://www.facebook.com/groups/392147542767604  Message me on the socials! On IG: https://www.instagram.com...2022-06-0212 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move59 // Grief Organizing- Sorting Through Grief And Loss While We OrganizeGood grief, Grace!!! (Emoji head in hand) As if the topics needed to get any heavier this month for Mental Health Awareness, I add another tough one: grief. But I promise you that this is a much-needed conversation even if you are not currently experiencing grief, it will be eye-opening and will help you navigate a life transition, no matter how small. My new friend and fellow professional organizer, Jenn Dickel graciously accepted my invitation to come to the podcast to talk about grief organizing. Say what? Well, listen to the episode and find out...2022-05-1733 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move58 // 3 Simple Actions I am Taking To Care of My Mental Health and How You Can TooHere are 3 simple actions I am taking to care for my mental health and how you can too. When we think about medical concerns, I feel that mental health is like an afterthought and I hope to be an advocate to help bring more attention to it as much as physical health. Enjoy! xo, Grace The book I referred to:  Outer Order Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize To Make Room for Happiness by Gretchen Rubin Here are the articles/blog posts I referred to: https://w...2022-05-1322 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveHappy Mother’s Day 2022Here's just a quick one to greet you on this special day. xo, Grace 2022-05-0804 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move57 // My Own Mental Health Struggles- Mental Health Awareness Month 2022What happens between our ears matters! Our mental health is just as important as physical health and I hope to begin the conversation with you through this episode.  What does mental health have to do with getting our homes and lives decluttered and organized? More than we realize! Though I only scratch the surface in this episode, I hope to have more conversations with you about the impact of clutter and organization on one's mental well-being.   ARE YOU ON FACEBOOK?  Join the private FACEBOOK group by clicking below! https://www.facebook.com...2022-05-0627 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move56 // CLUTTER PROBLEM SOLVED! How to finally win against your battle with clutterIt's time to win and reclaim your power over clutter! LET'S SAY NO TO CLUTTER TOGETHER!!! You're invited to an ONLINE 3-day declutter challenge being created just for you! Yes, it will be challenging but it will also be fun because we will do it together! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we will get together to "Minimize to Maximize Your Mental Well-being". ***Mark your calendars! April 29th, 10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        April 30th,  10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        May 1st,     10:00am PST/1:00PM EST ***Email me with the subject line "CHA...2022-04-2612 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move55 // 6 Tell-Tale Clues That Reveal You May Have a Clutter ProblemFriends don't let friends get overtaken by clutter and I'm here for you, friend! Here are 6 clues for you to help you recognize that you may have a clutter problem. LET US SAY NO TO CLUTTER TOGETHER!!! You're invited to an ONLINE 3-day declutter challenge being created just for you! Yes, it will be challenging but it will also be fun because we will do it together! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we will get together to "Minimize to Maximize Your Mental Well-being". ***Mark your...2022-04-2411 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move54A // UPDATE!!! DO YOU WANT TO GET ORGANIZED WITH ME??? We can!!!You're invited to an ONLINE 3-day declutter challenge being created just for you! Yes, it will be challenging but it will also be fun because we will do it together! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we will get together to "Minimize to Maximize Your Mental Well-being". ***Mark your calendars! April 29th, 10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        April 30th,  10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        May 1st,     10:00am PST/1:00PM EST ***Email me with the subject line "CHALLENGE" and you will be all signed up! You will get details and reminders onward. grace@organizew...2022-04-1503 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move54 // DO YOU WANT TO DECLUTTER AND GET ORGANIZED TOGETHER? We can!!!You're invited to an ONLINE 3-day declutter challenge created just for you! Yes, it will be challenging but it will also be fun because we will do it together! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we will get together to "Minimize to Maximize Your Mental Well-being". ***Mark your calendars! April 29th, 10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        April 30th,  10:00am PST/1:00PM EST                                        May 1st,     10:00am PST/1:00PM EST ***Email me and let me know you are interested so that you don't miss the details of this challenge: grace@organizewithgrace.com  Can't wait to hear from you, fri...2022-04-1409 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move53 // Realistic Minimalism For Working Moms with Littles- It Is More Sustainable Than You ThinkJoshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist defines minimalism as “the intentional promotion of the things that bring you joy and the removal of those that do not.”  Years ago, I pictured minimalism as a nearly empty room with just a table, chair, and may one frame hanging on the wall. Boring!  It was a foreign concept to me and didn't really care for it.  It could be that I had certain fears that if I adopted it, I would have to get rid of my most precious possessions. Hints of guilty feelings about having too much stuff, I suspect...2022-04-1222 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move52 // Lessons From Getting Rear-Ended By a Drunk Driver And Getting RejectedHi Friends!  Have you ever had these great plans and life seems to go just right, then BAM! Something happens that stops you in your tracks and even derails you. Be of good courage, you are not alone.  I have been quiet on the pod lately and you will hear why.  March has been a tough month, as many of you may have also experienced but know that you are often top of mind in this podcast and that your life experiences matter, organized or not. Hugs, Grace   P...2022-03-3120 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move51 // Happy International Women’s Day!Happy Women's International Day! May this episode fill you with love and encouragement as I tell it like it is from my heart to yours! Let's connect!  Email me by clicking here: hello@organizewithgrace.com  Love you lots! Grace 2022-03-0812 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move50 // Celebrating 50 Episodes With Real-Life Working Mom and Top Listener, Danielle Esbit-AyalaIn these challenging times in our world, it seems more difficult to celebrate, even our smallest wins. I sometimes get into "self-guilt" mode and think, "How can I celebrate when people are suffering?" I quickly realized that this helps no one, especially myself. Instead, I have been shifting my thoughts and words into, "I care and will do my part about what is happening currently AND express cheer and gratefulness for life, accomplishments, and personal wins (large and small)." My podcasting journey has not been an easy road with a couple of starts and stops...2022-03-0134 minConfident Homeschooling Homemakers | Mom Life, Balance, Schedules, Routines, Planning, NontoxicConfident Homeschooling Homemakers | Mom Life, Balance, Schedules, Routines, Planning, Nontoxic57| Biblical MINDSET & ORGANIZATION w/ Grace RehmanToday i'm chatting with Grace Rehman about the mindset struggles that come along while decluttering & organizing & how to move past them! Cleaning up the mental mess podcast Connect with Grace- www.organizewithgrace.com -------------------- Subscribe for weekly inspiration & encouragement on how to live a Biblically, Healthy, Productive, Balanced, Wholistic Lifestyle with less stress & more freedom! New episodes every Tuesday ! ✨ The Wholistic Life Academy: https://unprocessedmomma.wordpress.com/coaching/ The ultimate lifestyle coaching program for busy Christian moms! As a Christian Life Coach & Mom Mentor I help busy Christian moms Cr...2022-03-0131 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move49 // How To Design Your Space To Be As Unique As You- 3 Key Questions To Get Started To Help Style Your Decluttered and Organized Room or SpaceMeet my new online friend, Kayla Beirne, who founded Your Home Reimagined in 2021 with a desire to showcase to homeowners how they can create spaces to maximize their homes for their desired purpose. Coupled with experience in marketing, Kayla uses her creativity and design talents to facilitate the ideal space a client is looking for - and get the best price for it! Kayla is a trailblazer of many talents and in this episode, she shares with us 3 key questions she asks her clients when helping them create a space that is uniquely their style or to...2022-02-2222 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move48 \\ 10 (and a few more) Household and Personal Items I Stopped Buying Too Many Of That Helped Me Curb The Clutter and 3 Easy Ways For You To Do The Same"Research conducted for the Huffington Post showed that 84 percent of Americans worry that their homes aren’t organized (or clean) enough — and 55 percent of those folks say it’s a big cause of stress." (https://nbcnews.to/3GRseFx) Keeping this quote in mind, listen to this episode as I share with you the 10+ items I stopped purchasing (or have purchased less of) to curb the clutter in my home! I will then show you how I did so! Clutter is often a cause of stress so take a deep breath, sit awhile and use this episod...2022-02-1518 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move47 \\ What Is Underneath Procrastination And What To Do If You Are Stuck In This ModeAccording to U.S. News & World Report, 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February.  Are you a part of this stat, friend?  You know me well enough to know that I don't bring this up to make you feel bad.  I bring it up because I would love for us to be the 20% who SUCCEEDS in our resolutions, goals, projects, etc. So don't trash those goals and dreams just yet! Listen to this episode first! What is the culprit of failed resolutions?  There are many, I'm sure, and we talk about one today: PROCRASTINATION. Need I say...2022-02-0125 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move46 \\ Go From Blah To Beautiful And Confident With Everything You Wear AND Simplify Your Wardrobe Without Breaking the Bank."I have nothing to wear," said all women. Have you ever felt frustrated and overwhelmed while looking at a cluttered closet full of mismatched pieces as the clock is ticking, reminding you that you will be late for work if you didn’t find something to wear in the next 2 minutes? I have, and I am so happy to find a solution to this problem when I came across Jeannie Stith, The Color Guru! Whether you are still working from home because of the "VID-19" or need to return to work or have returned in pe...2022-01-1233 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move45 \\ 5 Precious Things I Want To Take With Me In 2022 AND 1 Thing I Plan to Leave Behind in 2021Happy New Year Friends!   Today I want to share with you the 5 precious things I want to take with me in 2022.  Often, we think about what we would like to leave behind instead, so I flipped it and made a list of things I want to take with me and I share them with you here:   1. The lessons I learned and my experience with healing from the inside (spiritual, mental, emotional). 2.  The lessons I learned about the 5-week leave-of-absence I took from work due to burnout. 3. Celebrating our...2021-12-3126 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move44 \\ Ready to turn your home buying dreams into reality? Here are the right steps and tips from an expert realtor!Home buying can feel exciting yet nerve-wracking and many say that it's the biggest purchase you will probably ever make. Ha!  No pressure, right??? Have you dreamed about owning a home someday?  Hey, it's great to dream because I believe it all starts with a dream!    As you continue to declutter and organize your current dwelling, it may compel you to think "we need more space". Now, that thought may not lead you to take the steps towards home buying, but even if you're still in the dreaming and planning phase, this episode will still bene...2021-12-2919 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move43 \\ Simplify Your Work at Home (or work outside of the home)--Time Management Without the OverwhelmYou’re in for a treat this week! I want to introduce to you Melodie Bishop, our featured guest trainer. Melodie Bishop is the founder of Abundant MomLife LLC and a productivity coach for moms in network marketing. She's a former teacher turned top 1% network marketer, turned best-selling author, turned entrepreneur and podcaster! She's a wife and boymom of two who loves Jesus, singing, the ocean, and a nice hot cuppa coffee. You can tune in to her show Abundant MomLife for Network Marketers wherever you listen to podcasts to learn how to grow a successful and su...2021-12-2213 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move42 \\ 4 EASY STEPS to a more organized you for 2022Hi Friends!   I recorded this episode for my fellow Podcaster, Melodie Bishop of Abundant Momlife for Network Marketers, and I want to make sure you heard it too because I want to set you up for success for the upcoming year. You will hear from her in next week's episode where she talks to us about time management.   You do not want to miss today's episode because we will cover 4 easy steps you can take today to get you unstuck with your home and life organization goals.   Con...2021-12-1418 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move41. Creating momentum for your decluttering and organizing projectJoin me and my client and friend, Cecille, as we talk about her experience with me as her Virtual Home Organizer.  We have been meeting consistently as I helped her organize her closet while she gave me pointers on writing (my dream is to write a book someday), all done through Zoom!    Cecille is an author, wife, mom of two adult children, caretaker for her father, retired teacher, and founder of Flowers for Elders, an organization that delivers flower arrangements to patients.  She is a busy lady and simply needed someone to come alongside and prov...2021-11-2335 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move40. Turn your hot-mess digital photos into an organized and meaningful storyDo you ever wonder how in the world you could ever organize all those photos you took from your phone? I do!  How about the ones you attempted to save on your computer? Is it even possible? I had the privilege of speaking with Darla DeMorrow, who is a digital and physical photo organizing ninja, along with her team at Heartwork Organizing and she was so gracious to provide some actionable tips on how to tame and organize my hot-mess digital photos. Darla DeMorrow is a Certified Professional Organizer® and owner of HeartWork Organizing (https://Hea...2021-11-0938 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move39. Unveiling the impact of workplace burnout and how to take actionIn this episode, I had a conversation with Tumboura Hill, my friend, and former colleague, about his journey in, through, and out of workplace burnout. If you have the slightest suspicion that you are experiencing workplace burnout, this episode is for you.  I then found an article titled "The World Health Organization officially recognizes workplace 'burnout' as an occupational phenomenon, " published in May 2019, written by Ashley Turner. https://www.cnbc.com/2019/05/28/who-recognizes-workplace-burnout-as-an-occupational-phenomenon.html  The WHO (World Health Organization) says it is a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully ma...2021-10-0553 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveTHANK YOU, LISTENERS! Happy International Podcast Day!Hi Friend!  Did you know it was International Podcast Day today?  In honor of this day, here is a special "mini-sode" for you to let you know I'm thinking of you and that this show would not exist without you! Podcasting isn't easy, especially with trying to juggle family, career, and all the things but I love it, especially because I get to connect with you!  Speaking of connecting, come hang out with me! Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/organizewithgrace/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/organizewithgracefb/   2021-09-3013 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move38. Life coaching: Is it all hype or does it help? Is it the same as therapy or counseling?"Life coaching...that's like, the same as therapy or counseling, right?" This was me before I became introduced to the wonderful world of life coaching. I've Googled "life coach" and I've seen many explanations about what it is and what it isn't. If you're like me, you are probably researching for yourself right now. Ok, my friend, you can stop Googling now and listen to this episode and get the inside scoop here! Join me and Jenny Toh of River Life Coaching as she breaks down what life coaching is and how working with one...2021-09-2127 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move37. Your most powerful parenting tool (with Infant and Toddler Development Consultant, Tracy Grewe)As a new parent, I sometimes feel I'm living on a deserted island, with no rescue in sight. I survive one tantrum after another while trying to figure out what's for dinner. Can you relate?   Well friend, take a deep breath with me (and exhale!) and know you are not alone, and this interview episode is for you. Tracy Grewe, Infant and Toddler Development Consultant, will help us discover and effectively use our most powerful parenting tool.   Tracy has 20+ years of experience as a Certified Association Montessori International Instructor running a Montessori school. As Chairman of the Board of a no...2021-09-0726 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move36. Slowing down and cultivating good habits that can save you hours (with Melissa Salmeron)Do you ever wish you could just press the "Easy Button" to make everyday life, well, EASIER, as a working mom? I do!  Though I don't have this easy button or a magic wand to offer you (and myself), I have an interview with Melissa Salmeron to help you slow down, get grounded, and build good habits to gain more time in your day. As a Certified Master Life Coach, Melissa helps other moms give themselves the space they need to defeat overwhelm, step into their power, and show up as their true selves through t...2021-09-0129 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move35. Permission to stop delaying your joy and peace (a conversation with Amber Trueblood)Mama, I see you, sitting on the sidelines, putting everyone else first, yet yearning to know when it will be “my turn” to be happy.   “I will ____ when ____”.    “I will take that dance class when the kids are older.”   Have you uttered a statement like that when talking about something that you are interested in doing for yourself that would give you happiness and joy?  I have.  Yet, recently, I’m learning that delaying and denying have only led to resentment and overwhelm.    In a world that overlo...2021-08-1839 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move34. Conquer the roadblocks, let go of the guilt, and declutter like a boss! (Conversation with Amanda Clark)In this episode, I had a great conversation with Amanda Clark about her journey as a professional organizer and how we can overcome and conquer the clutter in our homes and our lives.   Amanda is the owner of Ever So Organized®, a full-service home organizing company based out of Orange County, California. She specializes in helping busy families declutter and create beautiful, functional, and organized spaces. She provides in-person organizing as well as virtual organizing and digital courses.   As an Organize with Grace listener, Amanda has provided you with 10% off any of...2021-08-1031 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move33. What I wanted to be when I grew up- life lessons I've learned through age 44HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!   Here's a special episode from me to you on my birthday.   Here I talk about: Deciding to slow down instead of continuing to grind and strive. Choosing to rest and celebrate. Releasing the pressure off myself.   Let me know what you think!  Do you need to choose rest and to slow down some?   Connect with me: www.organizewithgrace.com   On Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/organizewithgrace/    On Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/organi...2021-06-2322 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move32. Time management with purpose and vision while balancing family and career??? Is this even possible???In this episode, I had a conversation with Danielle Welch, a business and marketing strategist who helps small businesses scale with social media and digital marketing to increase their influence, save time, and impact more lives.    Ok, mama, you might be thinking, "I barely have time for anything so how do I even manage any of it?"    Join us and get a fresh and focused perspective on this topic and come away with some tips and encouragement so that you too, can become a rockstar with your time management.      B...2021-05-2537 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move31. Plant-based diet and meal prep tips for the curious beginner“What’s for dinner???”  Does that question make you want to run and hide???  For a non-cook like me, the answer is an emphatic “YES!!!” It’s too easy to go to a nearby drive-thru, which I’ve done more times than I like to admit.  But what if it was possible to prepare healthy meals quickly and efficiently?   In this episode, I had a great conversation with Faith VanderMolen, whose simple yet tasty recipes give me so much hope!  Also, if you are curious about what it takes to incorporate plant-based foods into your diet or maybe even...2021-05-1128 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move30. Celebrating Mother's Day 2021 the Organize with Grace WayHey Mama!  I wanted to just pop in and greet you a heartfelt Happy Mother's Day, that's all! :)  I hope that you have a wonderful day and weekend.  I am thinking of you and can't wait to talk to you again soon!   Remember: You are beautiful You are wonderful You are worthy You are seen You are heard You are loved   Hugs, Grace 2021-05-0807 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move29. Organizing your job search with THIS as your ultimate guide to success!- an interview with Author and Career Advisor Sonia CameronWhen you think of prayer, what comes to mind?  Definitely not organizing your home, right?  So why am I bringing prayer up in a podcast for organizing and decluttering?   For me, prayer has been integral and important in my journey into a more organized life.  In prayer, I get to quiet my mind and heart.  It helps me to center around what’s important in my life.  It brings calmness to my day.  It produces peace in my heart.  For me, helps me face the chaos that happens in life.    You may experience prayer in other ways, like meditating.  You may have a to...2021-04-2635 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move28. Taking time for restoration and rallying support after experiencing burnout- an interview with Colia HowellHave you been there before and can't seem to find your way?  Are you afraid that you've truly been burning the candle at both ends?  In this episode, I had the honor of talking with Colia Howell about a topic that I feel not many of us want to talk about:  BURNOUT! Colia shares about her personal experience with burnout and how she was able to navigate through it and come out better on the other side.   Colia works as a real estate agent and has worked in the field of social work for over 13 year...2021-04-1230 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move27. Spring clean the easy wayToday I chat with you about spring cleaning! Does the mere thought of it feel overwhelming to you? It did to me for a long time until I realized that I can do spring cleaning this way, the easy way. Listen in and find out! Do you need help kickstarting your spring cleaning and decluttering? I offer virtual organizing where you and I can hop on Zoom and create an actionable plan for you to get started! Visit my website: www.organizewithgrace.com and schedule a free call with me to find out if we are a good fit! Also...2021-04-0708 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move26. After one year of isolating, it's time to STOP...for your mental health's sake! Listen up before you draw conclusions!Have you been trying to figure things out by yourself and are still stuck spinning your wheels?  Are you having a tough time internally and can't seem to grasp the answers you need and continue to feel overwhelmed?  Join me in this episode as we talk about a very simple act that may get you out of the overthinking and overwhelm mode.   Check out my website for a free consultation:  www.organizewithgrace.com   Connect with me IG: @organizewithgrace or Facebook @organizewithgracefb 2021-03-1511 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move25. Priorities, planning, and more in the midst of daily shenanigans! An interview with Keli GoochI'm so excited to share my very first interview episode with you as you hear from my Keli Gooch, who was my first online coach and mentor and now a treasured friend that I haven't even met in person!  Dive in with us as we talk about priorities, planning, social media and so much more in this real and meaningful conversation.   Keli is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist & Nationally Recognized Writer. She is a mom to a daughter with a dual diagnosis of Autism and Down Syndrome. In her free time, she enjoys learning about as...2021-03-0829 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move24. Has your mind been on overdrive lately? Listen in for an easy way to have some relief!Trying to juggle work, home, and ALL THE THINGS is not easy for us working moms.  But sometimes all you need are 2 simple items that you already have at home to begin the process of relieving your mind and getting it off overdrive!     Need organizing help or personal finance coaching?  I'm here for you! Connect with me: www.organizewithgrace.com Instagram:  @organizewithgrace Facebook:  @organizewithgracefb   2021-02-1111 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move23. How to turn your "SHOULD" into a SCHEDULED ACTION so you can have success with any organizing projectDo you keep "shoulding" on yourself?  How do you use the word "should" when you are thinking about decluttering and organizing your home, your schedule, or yourself?   I found a quote on Facebook that said "Someday is not a day of the week" and it made me laugh.  I believe this goes along the same line of thought as this "should" obstacle.  See, many of us say things like, "Someday I should clean out my closet".   My hope is that you will stop "shoulding" on yourself after listening to this episode! 2021-01-1714 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move22. WARNING: Do not run out and buy these in 2021...at least not yet!Join me in this episode as I talk about a common purchase mistake when trying to get your stuff organized at home and recommend what to do instead, at least in the first stages of your organizing project.  Enjoy!   Connect with me @organizewithgrace on IG or @organizewithgracefb on Facebook   www.organizewithgrace.com   Resources for you:   Holly Southerland's Facebook group to join her Tame the Paper Monster Challenge:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/a2homeorganizers    Organizing From the Inside Out by Julie...2021-01-0913 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveQUICK BONUS EPISODE: Encouraging you in 2021As 2021 is rolling along, I want to take a few minutes to give you some words of encouragement. Happy New Year! Connect with me on IG: @organizewithgrace Connect with me on FB: @organizewithgracefb2021-01-0308 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move21. What stories are you telling yourself that keep you stuck? Ready for a change? Listen to this.Your beliefs become your thoughts, Your thoughts become your words, Your words become your actions, Your actions become your habits, Your habits become your values, Your values become your destiny. -Gandhi   I've found variations of this quote from other big names, including Margaret Thatcher and Stephen Covey.  What we believe has the potential to become our destiny in life.   In this episode, I talk briefly about how we can change the same old stories in our minds that keep us stuck in order to m...2020-12-1111 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move20. What to do when you don't feel like being thankful this Thanksgiving 2020Yup, I have not been feeling particularly thankful lately (gasp!).    Come with me as I tell you about my recent experience as to why I haven't felt like being thankful and what I decided to do.  And guess what?!  You can do this too!   May you be safe and well this Thanksgiving.   Let's connect!  IG:  @organizewithgrace or Facebook:  @organizewithgracefb 2020-11-2318 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move19. 4 simple questions to ask yourself when you have an abundance of clothing"I have nothing to wear" is a common statement we make when it's time to get dressed for the day or for an event.  But do we, really, have nothing to wear?    Also, did you know that we only wear 20% of the amount of clothing that we have?  Is it possible to simply keep that 20% and forget the rest?  Asking 4 simple questions can help.  Tune in to this episode and find out!   Let's connect!  IG:  @organizewithgrace or Facebook:  @organizewithgracefb   *these 4 questions were found in the following blog post: 2020-11-1109 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move18. One task at a time, one day at a timeDoes your to-do list pretty much need to be called the "perpetual" list?  I feel you.  I believe it's time that we slow down once again and try to do one thing at a time and one day at a time instead of staring at a list of "should-have-dones", leaving us frustrated and defeated.   Instagram:  @organizewithgrace Facebook:  @organizewithgracefb 2020-11-0305 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move17. Have you lost motivation and focus with getting your home organized? These simple steps can help!It seems that home organization was suddenly a priority at the beginning of March 2020 when the whole world was set on pause due to a deadly virus.  We were stuck at home and for various reasons, many saw that getting organized was a way to spend our time wisely. It's been about 7 months since then.  Have you maintained what you've organized?  Did you end up putting your projects on hold because life happened?  Feeling guilty that you started something you couldn't finish?  Kick the guilt and listen to this episode where we talk about the easiest way to st...2020-10-2613 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move16. Organize Your Finances Part 2: get your finances in check and in order TODAY with this!Have you tried to budget time and time again just to fall off the wagon every time?  Are those credit card bills causing you headaches and you keep wondering if you can ever pay them back?   Look no more as you learn Dave Ramsey's 7 baby steps from this podcast episode!  This is a proven system to help you get your financial house in order no matter the income level.   Join our Facebook group, Organize Your Finances, and together we can tackle debt, get educated with money, and be on the road to f...2020-10-0826 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move15. Organize Your Personal Finances Part 1We know all about decluttering and organizing our stuff around our living spaces, but what about organizing our personal finances?  I get it, finances are just that:  personal.  Still, I want to challenge you to listen in to begin the conversation about getting our financial house in order.  So much to unpack, but for now, let's get into it with this episode!   You are invited to the private Facebook group "Organize Your Finances- Money Management for Beginners" You can find us at Bit.ly/organizeyourfinancesfb    Hang out with me on Inst...2020-09-0816 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move14. How overthinking gets in your way to a more organized life and what to do about itWe have all done it or are currently doing it...overthinking organization.  We have many thoughts and it is difficult to take more action.  In this episode, I talk with you about what overthinking can look like and how self-limiting it can be.  I then provide a simple way to help get those thoughts out of your brain.  Are you thinking too much about what you should be doing, ought to be doing, should have been doing?  Listen to this episode so you can slowly but surely move through overthinking.  You got this!   I look forward...2020-08-2815 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move13. What to do when life is too much to handleIn this episode, I talk with you about how emotional overwhelm can manifest itself and block your motivation to be more organized and what you can to do help "move through" it.    I understand that it's difficult not to be overwhelmed with all the things coming at us, especially now that school is back in session for most parts of the country.  Whether it's distance learning or physically returning to school, both events for mamas are quite overwhelming.     Let me know what you think and if there are ways that you have f...2020-08-1416 minORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | MoveORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move12. How overwhelm and high expectations sabotages your success towards a more organized lifeHave you been feeling like a hamster on a wheel lately since the stay at home order back in March?  Let me be the first to raise my hand with an emphatic "yes"!  In this episode, I share with you the two most common reasons that I believe are blocking us from moving forward with being more organized.    I agree with many who say that organization is NOT one-size-fits-all so I encourage you to not compare your journey to someone else's.  Instead, focus just on you, how you have been feeling and I hope to be yo...2020-08-0712 min