MOMS OVERCOMING OVERWHELM, Declutter, Decluttering, Decluttering Tips, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization

Mother’s Day is coming up soon, and sometimes it’s hard to know what to ask for (or what to give someone else) that won’t be a clutter culprit! Here are my top 10 favorite clutter-free Mother’s Day gifts!   *FLASH SALE!* Between now and May 12th, I am offering 20% off my in-person and virtual decluttering coaching services for FIRST TIME clients who are podcast listeners! When you book your service, make sure to mention the Mother’s Day sale when answering the question, “How did you hear from me?” to enjoy the discount. NOTE: Calls must be booked by May 12th but do not need to be completed by that time.    Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Color Guru - enjoy 20% off with MOTHER between April 29th and May 3rd, 2024 Spring Capsule Guide (included with Style Circle Membership) from Everyday Style Storyworth - $10 off until May 12th, 2024 Legacybox for digitizing photos/VHS tapes, etc. Thrive Market membership (use code “exit20” to save 20% off your first order or search other coupon codes), Soaring Mothers Society, Audible membership Consumable subscription box, CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) subscription Family command center board like this Daily Organization System from Pottery Barn Online Course - like the Meal Planning Mini Course from Intentional Edit, Systemize Your Biz (which includes Systemize Your Life in the VIP package) House cleaning service or cleaning tote with natural cleaners Decluttering Coaching with yours truly - see details above!   Related Episodes: Episode 116: Simplify and Streamline Your Wardrobe By Shopping “Color First” with Jeannie Stith from Color Guru Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 45: The 3 Levels of Overwhelm with Jessica Jackson from Thriving in Motherhood Podcast Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you often find yourself with the case of the "Sunday scaries"? Intentional weekend routines are a great way to take back control of your time and go into the upcoming week with confidence! In today's episode, Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast is back for a discussion about her favorite weekend routines to help her prepare!  As a professional home organizer, and simplicity enthusiast Lauren has been sharing what works in her home for years. Ruthless decluttering, organization and intentional routines save time, prepare our home for what is coming up, stay on top of busy schedules, reduce wasteful spending, get the chores done efficiently and keep the home tidy with less effort. Lauren is passionate about being organized, efficient and helping families simplify. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Lauren on her website, podcast, and Instagram Grab her Weekly Refresh and Restock freebie!   Related Episodes: Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If 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 want! Resources include: - The Ultimate Declutter Dashboard - 101 Ways to Get Organized - Parenting Beyond Your Triggers  - Less Stress Planner and Tracker Bundle Today is the last day, so don’t delay!   James Clear’s articles on motivation and activation energy My Spotify decluttering playlist   Related Episodes: 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 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything Episode 32: Stop Believing These 7 Lies About Your Stuff Episode 61: 5 Questions to Get You Unstuck on Your Decluttering Journey *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If 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 more time together. Her positive attitude and down to earth nature has propelled the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast to the top 1% of podcasts and has reached over 1.5 Million listens. With expert guests, and tips and tricks from her own experiences she has helped women from all over the world discover the freedom that comes from living clutter-free. When she's not helping clients realize their dreams, you can find her paddle boarding, searching for the tastiest breakfast burrito, or balancing her love of world travel with her love of snuggling up on the couch. Enjoy this conversation with Deanna! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Deanna on her website, podcast, and Instagram Snag her freebie The Doable Dozen to help you keep your home tidy My episode on Deanna’s podcast Related Episodes: Episode 49: Digital Organization and Home Management Tips with Time Management and Biblical Mindset Coach Erika Diaz-Castro *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

The 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 motherhood Eisenhower matrix as described by James Clear Thriving in Motherhood Planner Time Blocking Workbook from Chelsi Jo Moore Systemize Your Life System   Related Episodes: Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 78: Intentional Planning to Combat Overwhelm with Sarah Horgan From Simple + Intentional Episode 99: Master Mental Clutter in Four Simple Steps *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If your closet is overflowing with clothes with the tags still on, shopping overwhelms you because you don’t know what colors look best, or you struggle with impulse purchasing rather than intentionally selecting the clothes that work best for you in your current season - today’s episode is for you! Because shopping - and decluttering - “color first” will change everything when it comes to your wardrobe (and your kids’!) Today’s guest is Jeannie Stith, founder and CEO of Color Guru. Color Guru analyzes your hair, skin, and eye color to match you with your ideal color palette for clothing so that you can look beautiful and feel confident in your clothes, shop more simply, and create a coordinated wardrobe. Jeannie’s color analysis services and color cards have simplified choosing clothes for people in 49 countries and counting - including me!   Resources Mentioned: Connect with Jeannie on Instagram. Try a color analysis from Color Guru - use my special code OVERWHELM for 10% off your order Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz   Related Episodes: Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 55: Is Your Closet Overflowing with Clothes You Never Wear? Try These 5 Decluttering Hacks Episode 108: The Simple, Stress-Free Way to Edit Your Wardrobe with Emily Conley from The Minimal-ish Mama *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

These 5 bins keep my home clutter-free as they help with the inflow - and outflow - of stuff. You don’t need to plan a trip to the Container Store - you probably have bins you can use at home! Let’s dive in! Resources Mentioned: Sign up for the Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms weekly newsletter Check out these stackable paper trays from Target as an option for incoming mail and papers. Kids Artwork Purgatory - Instagram Reel Artkive and Keepy for kids’ artwork Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning show on Peacock Related Episodes: Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 18: Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with Decluttering Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox Episode 111: Your Simple S.P.R.I.N.G. Decluttering Plan (Spring Decluttering Series) Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 65: Could Swedish Death Cleaning Be the Decluttering Motivation You Need? 5 Simple Steps to Get You Started *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you constantly sacrificing your own needs for others? Do you feel depleted, but aren’t sure how to get to the root of your own needs? In today’s episode, Teresa Wiedrick from The Homeschool Mama Self-Care Podcast is helping us develop effective self-care boundaries so that we can nurture the nurturer. Teresa Wiedrick helps the dissatisfied, overwhelmed homeschool moms shed what’s not working so she can show up in her homeschool (& life) authentically, purposefully, and confidently. She’s a graduated homeschool mom of four & Certified Life Coach who walks alongside moms to reflect their concerns & challenges so they can get clear on those challenges, enable clarifying, perspective-shifting conversations, and encouraging accountability with practical tools. I know you’re going to love this conversation! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Teresa via e-mail, on her website, podcast, Instagram, YouTube, and her Facebook group for homeschool mamas. Check out Teresa’s free resources including her 5-Day Wellness Challenge and her Overcoming Overwhelm Assessment. Build Your Boundaries Journaling Workbook Teresa’s book Homeschool Mama Self-Care: Nurturing the Nurturer My episode on Teresa’s podcast Related Episodes: Episode 39: Anxiety and Overwhelm Impacting Your Motherhood? Focus on The “Foundational Five” and Build Your Stress Resiliency with Rachel Fernandez from The Stressed to Refreshed Podcast Episode 51: 7 Steps to Declutter Challenging Relationships and Become a Boundary Boss with Jen Rogers from Bold & Blended Stepmoms Episode 66: How to Simply Nourish Yourself as a Busy, Overwhelmed Mom with Kristen Noriega from the Baby Weight Nutritionist Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Spring is the perfect time to declutter our homes - and also our heads and hearts! In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 things I’m decluttering from my head and heart to live lighter! Resources Mentioned: My recent Becoming Minimalist article - Minimalism’s Missing Piece Related Episodes: Episode 110: The Connection Between Simplicity, Self-Worth, and Reaching Our Greatest Potential - with Rose Lounsbury Episode 112:  Opt Out of Mom Guilt and Let Go of “Either/Or” Thinking - with Stephanie O’Dea Episode 96: How to Live “By Design” Rather than “By Desire” to Combat Stress and Overwhelm in Motherhood - with Barb Raveling Episode 80: Systems to Transform Your Home with Mom of 10 Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems Episode 104: 3 Habits That Empower Your Kids (and Make Your Life Easier) - with Rachel Norman from A Mother Far From Home Episode 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm Episode 88: Anxious and Overwhelmed? Stop Your Scroll and Declutter Your Phone Addiction to Transform Your Life and Motherhood - with Stefanie Gass *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

How can we embrace “and land” by letting go of either/or thinking, ditching unrealistic expectations and opting out of mom guilt? Stephanie O’Dea, slow living enthusiast is here to help, reminding us to Simply Look Only Within. Stephanie is a New York Times best selling author and the host of the Slow Living Podcast. She helps busy people live the life of their dreams in a slow, steady, and sustainable way. I knw you’re going to love Stephanie and this conversation! Resources Mentioned: Stephanie’s slow cooking website A Year of Slow Cooking The Slow Living Podcast Connect with Stephanie on her website and Instagram Check out her free daily journaling worksheet My interview on Stephanie’s podcast   Related Episodes: Episode 12: Say Goodbye to Perfectionism and Declutter with Confidence with Sarah from Simple + Intentional Episode 25: From “I Don’t Like it Here” to  Rediscovering Joy in Your Home and Motherhood - with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma Show Episode 98: Overcome Your Martyr Mindset and See Motherhood as a Powerful Calling - with Kirsten Vossler from Rejoicing in Motherhood   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Your simple 6-step decluttering plan for spring is here! The S.P.R.I.N.G. plan will help you effectively declutter your home in small pockets of time. Happy decluttering! Resources Mentioned: GreenDrop PickUp Please Salvation Army Pickup Habitat for Humanity Pickup 4 Steps to Decluttering Your Home More Effectively Related Episodes: Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 42: Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRST 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? *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

As you embark on your decluttering and simplifying journey, you start to ask yourself questions such as: What am I making space for? What dreams have been buried in the stuff and chaos around me? Where do I find my self-worth as a mom and woman? Is it in the roles that I play and the things I own, or something deeper? When we start simplifying and creating space in our homes, calendars, and minds, it opens up so much more than extra square footage or hours in our day. It allows us to dream, to see where our self-worth truly comes from outside what we have and what we do, and to reach our greatest potential as moms and women. On today’s episode, simplicity coach Rose Lounsbury and I discuss these topics and much more! Rose helps busy working moms declutter their homes, simplify their work lives, and clear their minds. After struggling to balance a teaching career and 2-year-old triplets, Rose was introduced to minimalism in 2012. Inspired by the “less is more” philosophy, she let go of 70% of her family’s possessions in eight months. She eventually left the classroom to pursue a career helping other working moms create happier lives with less stuff. Rose’s advice has been featured on TEDx and USA Today, and she’s been a guest on Good Day Columbus, WYSO, WVXU, and Good Morning Cincinnati. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Rose on her website, Instagram, and her Minimalism is Fun Facebook Group Join her 30-day simplicity challenge Related Episodes: Episode 25: From “I Don’t Like it Here” to  Rediscovering Joy in Your Home and Motherhood - with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma Show Episode 96: How to Live “By Design” Rather than “By Desire” to Combat Stress and Overwhelm in Motherhood - with Barb Raveling Episode 98: Overcome Your Martyr Mindset and See Motherhood as a Powerful Calling - with Kirsten Vossler from Rejoicing in Motherhood *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to refresh our routines! In the first episode of our four-part Spring Decluttering Series, I’m taking you through 4 steps to help you get your routines ready for this new season! Resources Mentioned (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included): Systemize Your Life System Weekly or Hourly Thriving in Motherhood Planner Related Episodes: Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 60: A Busy Mom’s Guide to Sustainable Habits and Routines with Brandy Coffin from The Nourished Mom Episode 80: Systems to Transform Your Home with Mom of 10 Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Does 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 pursuing minimalism, with grace. She loves to help busy millennial mamas find freedom from clutter, confidence in their homes and pursue their higher callings. Resources Mentioned (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included): Connect with Emily on her website, YouTube, Instagram, and her podcast Dwelling Place Grab her free decluttering guide HERE Emily’s courses including The Minimal-ish Wardrobe Color Guru - get 10% off with the code OVERWHELM Related Episodes: Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 55: Is Your Closet Overflowing with Clothes You Never Wear? Try These 5 Decluttering Hacks *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I 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 Where to Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything Episode 42: Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRST 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? *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you easily triggered by your kids? Do you struggle with destructive anger, telling yourself every night that tomorrow will be different, but you stay in the same patterns causing you (and your family) to be miserable? In today’s episode, certified professional life coach and mom to three Natalie Hixson gets real about her own struggles with destructive anger and shares the tools that have allowed her to recognize her anger, tame her triggers, and overcome negative thoughts. Natalie is a wife and mom who helps discouraged Christian moms overcome destructive anger and burnout. After learning to thrive in motherhood and process anger in a healthy way, Natalie became convicted to help other moms avoid those dark years of motherhood by helping them to appreciate and process their anger, learn to identify their triggers, and ultimately control their reaction to those triggering situations. She enjoys her own motherhood journey by hanging with her husband Mike and their three daughters in beautiful Bozeman, Montana. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Natalie on her website, blog, Instagram, and Pinterest Grab her free Trigger Tracker to help you identify your triggers, create awareness around them, and change your mindset around the triggers. Related Episodes: Episode 76: Dealing with Mom Rage? Simple Steps to Build your Stress Resiliency and Stop Being an Angry Mom with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy Episode 82: 3 Critical Mindset Tools To Help You Overcome Overwhelm and Be a Calm “Cyclone” Mom with Danielle Thienel Episode 84: Simple Techniques to Build Emotional Resilience to Combat Overwhelm and Dysregulation with Michelle Grosser from The Calm Mom Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you think you might have another baby someday, but aren’t sure how much stuff to keep? If so, today’s episode is for you! I’m sharing my five top recommendations about how to handle baby stuff so you have what you need and aren’t drowning in excess! Resources Mentioned: My Top Five Baby Registry Picks Minimalist Moms Podcast episode 322 with Alissa Henry about letting go of baby stuff How much baby gear do we need? Related Episodes: Episode 56: Minimal Mom of 9 Shares Her Secret to a Simpler Life in a Smaller Space - with Angie Wipf from Calming the Chaotic Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

How do we empower our kids to develop habits that help them become independent and make our lives easier? How do we recognize what’s not working in our daily routines and develop new ones that support our family and save us time?  In today’s episode, Rachel Norman, mom of 5 and author/podcaster/blogger at A Mother Far From Home is sharing 3 habits you can implement with your kids, and gives me coaching about ONE habit that I’ve been struggling to implement in my own home. Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included): Connect with Rachel on her website, podcast, Instagram, and YouTube Snag Rachel’s resource Must Have Mom Routines Rachel’s book If Mama Ain’t Happy: Why Minding Healthy Boundaries Is Good for Your Whole Family  Rachel’s blog post that inspired this conversation: 5 Daily Habits for Kids that Makes Your Life Easier   Related Episodes: Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home Episode 81: Spending Too Much Time Cooking, Cleaning, and Picking Up After Your Family? 3 Mistakes You Need to Stop Making Today *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

“Help! I’m always playing whack-a-mole with the kid clutter...while I'm getting one area cleaned, something is getting messy.” This comes from one of my new Facebook group members, and it’s a common problem with so many moms that I know! On today’s episode, I’m diving into the three mistakes you might be making if you’re constantly battling kids’ clutter in your home! Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included): The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi Related Episodes: Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox Episode 29: Embracing Kids’ Messes (Without Going Crazy) with Desirae Endres from Minimal-ish   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do 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 transformation, Mikki now helps moms move past the divorce drama to become calm, confident co-parents, even without their ex's participation. Mikki is on a mission to help women navigate the emotional and practical difficulties of divorce and co-parenting while creating an intentional, joy + ease-filled life after divorce. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mikki on her website, her Co-Parenting with Confidence podcast, or on Instagram Mikki’s free masterclass 3 Steps to Turn yourCo-Parenting Chaos into Calm Snag a copy of Mikki’s book The People Pleaser’s Guide to Co-Parenting Well My interview on Mikki’s podcast   Related Episodes: Episode 17: Decluttering Our Self-Talk with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters Episode 51: 7 Steps to Declutter Challenging Relationships and Become a Boundary Boss with Jen Rogers from Bold & Blended Stepmoms Episode 84: Simple Techniques to Build Emotional Resilience to Combat Overwhelm and Dysregulation with Michelle Grosser from The Calm Mom Podcast Episode 99: Master Mental Clutter in Four Simple Steps *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

After almost a decade of decluttering and pursuing a minimalist lifestyle, you’d think I had a lot of decluttering regrets, right? Not exactly. But it’s easy to let the fear of decluttering regret keep you from letting go of what isn’t serving you. In today’s episode I’m sharing five common fears and how to mitigate and overcome them, so we can let go with confidence. Resources Mentioned: Five Mindset Shifts to Help You Let Go of Clutter Related Episodes: Episode 32: Stop Believing These 7 Lies About Your Stuff Episode 9: Stop Holding Onto Stuff Because of What You Paid for It! 3 Tips to Overcome This Common Decluttering Roadblock Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home!   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Today 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 Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You Episode 1: My Story of Overcoming Overwhelm Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome Them Episode 3: Before You Declutter, You MUST Do This First *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Once I removed the physical clutter and calendar clutter that was no longer serving me, I was left with my thoughts. We can’t control our thoughts and according to research we have 12,000-16,000 of them a day. But the issue is that 80% are negative and 95% are repetitive - in other words, they are the negative thoughts, limiting beliefs, “shoulds”, and to-do’s swirling around in our brain. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my simple four-step plan to master your mental clutter, so you can stop feeling scattered and distracted in your life and motherhood. Resources Mentioned: Thriving in Motherhood Planner Automatic Negative Thoughts Learn more about the four questions in “The Work” by Byron Katie Learn more about truth journaling here Related Episodes: Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 17: Decluttering Our Self-Talk with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters Episode 96: How to Live “By Design” Rather than “By Desire” to Combat Stress and Overwhelm in Motherhood - with Barb Raveling *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

How do we find the magic in the “blessed mundane” of motherhood? How do we overcome the martyr mindset and see motherhood as a powerful calling? How do we look outside of our circumstances to see the big picture of our impact on our kids and future generations? Kirsten Vossler, wife and homeschool mom of 9 children (soon to be 10!) has some ideas. In today’s episode, Kirsten talks about how she was able to shift her mindset - and her unrealistic expectations - to find joy in her motherhood and embrace it as holy work and a high calling from God. Kirsten loves encouraging, inspiring, and equipping moms to grow in joy and find fulfillment in their motherhood through her Rejoicing in Motherhood Podcast. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Kirsten on her podcast, her website, and on Instagram Enjoy her free gift, 5 Ways to Increase Your Joy Level Today!  My interview on Kirsten’s podcast “Just” a Mom Poem Related Episodes: Episode 22: Marie Kondo Didn’t “Give Up” on Tidying. Here’s What She Gave Up On - and 3 Ways You Can Do the Same Episode 25: From “I Don’t Like it Here” to  Rediscovering Joy in Your Home and Motherhood - with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma Show *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you feel like you're constantly behind and never know when the cycle of overwhelm, burnout, and exhaustion will end - today's episode is for you! I'm taking you through my 6-step S.I.M.P.L.E. method so you can take control again with small, concrete, sustainable actions to get off the Hot Mess Express and back on track.  Resources Mentioned: Hey homeschooling mamas! Check out the Happily Homeschooling Littles Summit taking place from February 19 - March 3, 2024. Discover strategies that will help you simplify homeschooling, unlock meaningful teaching experiences, and keep your sanity in the process. Register here to secure your spot! Related Episodes: Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome Them Episode 37: Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans Episode 45: The 3 Levels of Overwhelm with Jessica Jackson from Thriving in Motherhood Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

When we’re overwhelmed, it’s easy to live “by desire” and reach for the coping mechanism of choice rather than living “by design”. In today’s episode, Barb Raveling shares helpful insights into how we can live more intentionally by asking ourselves some insightful questions and using the powerful process of truth journaling. Barb is a retired homeschool mom of four and the author of eight books, including Freedom from Procrastination and her latest book, Say Goodbye to Emotional Eating. Her top-ranked podcasts, Taste for Truth and the Christian Habits Podcasts, have earned over a million downloads and continue to inspire people to experience the joy of transformation through the renewing of the mind. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Barb on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Learn more about truth journaling here. Related Episodes: Episode 37: Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans Episode 72: Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you’ve fallen off the decluttering wagon, don’t despair! These 3 questions will help get you back on track and supercharge your decluttering success. Resources Mentioned: Don’t miss out on the Chaos to Calm Summit happening from January 29 - February 2! Get your free ticket here. Related Episodes: Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox 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 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you usually feel like you’re drowning and have no idea how to stay on top of your day? Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast is here to help! Michelle is a mom of 3 elementary middle school kids & wife to an amazing guy.  She helps Christian working moms have more time in their week so that they can pour into themselves and their families.  When she’s not time management coaching or podcasting she enjoys working out, relaxing, and hanging out with her family and friends. In today’s episode Michelle shares her 5 productivity hacks to help both moms of young kids and older kids stay on top of their days!   Resources Mentioned: Connect with Michelle on her website, Instagram, and her Facebook group for working moms 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-mail me the screen shot to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be announced on the podcast episode airing Tuesday, January 30.Someone will win...it might as well be you! I am participating in these amazing summits - make sure to check them out! The Simple Change Summit runs from January 27-28, 2024 Chaos to Calm Summit runs from January 29 - February 2, 2024 Related Episodes: Episode 21: Is Your To-Do List Out of Control? Here's How to Focus on What Actually Matters - with Jessa Raye from Caught Up in Motherhood Episode 40: Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 60: A Busy Mom’s Guide to Sustainable Habits and Routines with Brandy Coffin from The Nourished Mom *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you struggle to declutter and have tried all the tips and tricks, you may need a mindset shift. On today’s episode, you’ll learn the 5 mindset shifts that can help you discover your deepest why and give you the momentum you need for your decluttering journey! Resources Mentioned: Workbook for 5 Mindset Shifts To Help You Let Go of Clutter REMINDER: I’m having a 100K Giveaway to celebrate 100K+ downloads on the podcast! 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-mail me the screen shot to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be announced on the podcast episode airing Tuesday, January 30. I am a part of some amazing summits coming in January! Find out more here: The Simple Change Summit runs from January 27-28, 2024 Chaos to Calm Summit runs from January 29 - February 2, 2024 Related Episodes: Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 86: Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t Scary Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Does the word “budget” make you cringe? Do you desire to spend money more intentionally, pay down debt, and also have the flexibility to buy that Starbucks latte? Alli Williams is here to help! Debt-free at 25, Alli married into $154,000 worth of debt and quickly developed a flexible financial plan to help her and her husband pay off debt and reach their goals. Alli is the mom of 2 boys and is the founder and CEO of FinanciALLI Focused, a financial literacy company helping people create a flexible financial plan they can actually stick to (no deprivation here). She has helped hundreds of people pay off debt, build savings, spend on what they value, invest, and feel confident with their finances. She lives in South Carolina with her family. On today’s episode we dive into the connection between budgeting and decluttering, how awareness of emotional and spending triggers to help you stick to the budget you’ve set, how frequently to adjust your budget, and several other tactical tips to help you spend and save monetary intentionally. I know you’re going to love this conversation and learn so much from Alli! REMINDER: I’m having a 100K Giveaway to celebrate 100K+ downloads on the podcast! 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-mail me the screen shot to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be announced on the podcast episode airing Tuesday, January 30. I am a part of some amazing summits coming up in January! Find out more here: Moms Who Do It All runs from January 19-16, 2024 The Simple Change Summit runs from January 27-28, 2024 Chaos to Calm Summit runs from January 29 - February 2, 2024 Note: Affiliate links may be included. That means that I receive a small commission if you purchase something using my link. Thank you for supporting the podcast! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Alli on her website and Instagram Alli has a free course you can take or you can learn more here about her Flourish FinanciALLI Coaching Program Related Episodes: Episode 68: 4 Steps to STOP the Shopping Habit from Former Shopaholic and Workaholic Turned Minimal-ish Mom Mary Simpson Episode 86: Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t Scary   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter: https://simplebyemmy.com/newsletter/ Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Lacking 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-mail me the screen shot to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be announced on the podcast episode airing Tuesday, January 30. I am a part of some amazing summits coming up in January! Find out more here: Moms Who Do It All runs from January 19-16, 2024 The Simple Change Summit runs from January 27-28, 2024 Chaos to Calm Summit runs from January 29 - February 2, 2024 Note: Affiliate links may be included. That means that I receive a small commission if you purchase something using my link. Thank you for supporting the podcast! Cheering Sound Effect from Pixabay Here are the statistics and sources: In an uncluttered home, there is 40% less housework. (source) The average person spends 2.5 days a year searching for lost items (source) Average American child receives over $6500 worth of toys before they reach their teens (source) but 8 of 10 kids play with 20 toys or fewer (source) Average woman has 103 items of clothing in her closet (source) but considers 21% to be “unwearable” 33% too tight and 24% too loose (78%). In line with Pareto Principle of wearing 20 percent of our clothing 80 percent of the time. The average size of the American home in 2023 was 2469 square feet. has increased from 1740 square feet in 1980 when I was born - 41% increase (see the average the year you were born here). Yet 36% of Americans can’t park a car in their garage (source) and 11% of Americans rent off-site storage for $100 a month (source). 54% of Americans are overwhelmed by clutter and 78% have no idea what to do with it (source). The average American spent $151 per month on impulse purchases in 2023, or over $1800 in a year (source). Clutter impacts your health in a variety of ways - quality of sleep, what you eat (source). We only use 20% of the stuff within our home. (source). Women are more sensitive to disorganization in their homes than men (source). BONUS: Milennials and Gen Z don’t want their parents’ stuff - and your kids won’t probably want your stuff, either!  Related Episodes: Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything 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 86: Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t Scary Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are

Simplifying and streamlining your home to support you and your family members is incredibly important - but even moreso if you have family members with disabilities or special needs. On today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking to Alana Frost from Alana’s Organizing. We talk about how she has simplified, streamlined, and organized her home to support her husband who has a spinal cord injury, how to lovingly support family members who are “unintentionally messy”. (I’m sure you don’t know any of those), and much more! Alana is the Founder & CEO of Alana's Organizing, a home organization and relocation concierge. She's determined to help busy women efficiently manage their hectic lives, and feel more at peace in their home. Alana is passionate about supporting women as they strive to live their best life. Not only by assisting with their organizing needs but by giving back to support various women's charities that are close to her heart. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Alana on TikTok, Instagram, or her website Snag her freebie! 10 Mistakes You’re Making When Organizing Your Home *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I always say you need a system around your stuff…especially the stuff coming into your home. Today I’m sharing my 6-step plan to stop the S.T.R.E.A.M. so you have can calm the chaos and spend less time decluttering! Resources Mentioned: 50 Questions Minimalists Ask Related Episodes: Episode 64: Jumpstart Your Decluttering in 4 Simple Steps with Amy Slenker-Smith from Simply Enough Episode 68: 4 Steps to STOP the Shopping Habit from Former Shopaholic and Workaholic Turned Minimal-ish Mom Mary Simpson Episode 86: Struggle with Impulse Purchases? Intentional Purchasing and Values-Based Spending Strategies with Meghan Dwyer from Money Isn’t Scary Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! 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 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

What 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 she has grown a multi-six figure company without Instagram. Stefanie Gass is a Christian business and podcast coach, boundary boss, and multi-six-figure CEO. She helps women grow their online businesses and make money online, using podcasting. She is the host of a top 20 globally ranked business podcast, Online Business for Christian Women. She believes it's possible to partner with God to create income and impact without sacrificing your family, faith, or buying into the social media hustle. I know you’re going to love this conversation filled with practical steps so we can declutter our technology addictions and put our phones in their place! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Stef via her website, podcast, or Facebook community *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Does the new year fill you with hope, or with overwhelm about everything you didn’t accomplish in 2023? Today I’m sharing the ONE mindset shift that is changing how I approach 2024 that will help you overcome overwhelm for good. Resources Mentioned: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg The High Five Habit by Mel Robbins (and a quick overview video) Atomic Habits by James Clear This blog post dives a bit deeper into what we discuss on today’s episode   Related Episodes: Episode 52: 5 Decluttering Misconceptions That Are Keeping You Stuck in Overwhelm Episode 57: Want Your Routines to Stick? 3 Habit Hacks You Have to Try! Episode 3: Before you declutter, you MUST do this first *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Right now you are likely experiencing the post-holiday glow…or the post-holiday spending hangover. And even if you didn’t blow your budget in 2023, you may struggle with impulse purchases. The average American spent $151 per month on impulse purchases in 2023, or over $1800 in a year. If spending money more intentionally in 2024 is one of your goals, today’s episode with Meghan Dwyer is for you. Meghan is a Certified Financial Planner and host of the Money Isn’t Scary podcast. After spending 15 years watching women take a passive role in the management of their money, she’s on a mission to help them stop playing small. By challenging the societal norms around women and money, Meghan aims to empower women to make money decisions out of a sense of abundance and confidence, rather than scarcity and fear. When Meghan isn’t working, she loves running, writing, and being mom to her two young boys. On today’s episode, Meghan shares her best tips on developing a values-based spending strategy so you can go into 2024 with confidence - rather than with a bunch of stuff you wish you hadn’t bought from Amazon! REMINDER: Last days of my GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Meghan on her website, her Money Isn’t Scary podcast, on Instagram and Facebook Meghan’s free workshop for moms - 5 Things All Moms Need to Know About Money My interview on Meghan’s podcast   Related Episodes: Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things Episode 68: 4 Steps to STOP the Shopping Habit from Former Shopaholic and Workaholic Turned Minimal-ish Mom Mary Simpson *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I’ve been pursuing a simpler, more minimal lifestyle for almost a decade and have learned a lot along the way. But hosting this podcast continues to teach me something new every week! So here’s 23 things I’ve learned about decluttering in 2023. Last days of my GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! Resources Mentioned: Here’s the list of 23 things I learned about decluttering in 2023 with links to all the relevant episodes! 1. I need to always remind myself why I’m holding on, and why I’m letting go. (Episode 3) 2. My emotions and thoughts are not my reality. I can feel overwhelm (vibration in my body) and have a thought, but can always ask if the thought is true. My thoughts are not me. (Episode 82) 3. I can have the courage to understand my values and live in alignment with them, even if they aren’t what everyone else does. (Episode 3) 4. Decluttering unemotional areas first gives me the momentum and the strength of small wins so I can do harder things. (Episode 5) 5. Artificial boundaries, including margins in my day, allow me to live within my capacity. (Episode 6 and Episode 30) 6. What I model to my kids matters. (Episode 18) 7. If decluttering is decision making, clutter is delayed decisions. (Episode 6) 8. Decluttering is reclaiming what is rightfully mine - my time, energy, focus, and attention. (Episode 8) 9. Once I’ve paid for something with money, I don’t have to keep paying for it with my time and energy. I can let go of the guilt and move on. (Episode 9) 10. Keeping aspirational clutter - things that we used to do, that used to fit us - just makes me feel bad about myself. I can let it go knowing that in another season, I may be able to get back to those things but I don’t have to feel bad about my life now. (Episode 10) 11. Just because an item has memories attached, doesn’t mean I need to keep it if the memories aren’t positive ones. (Episode 11) 12.  Perfectionism and procrastination are two sides of the same coin. Not doing it perfectly prevents me from starting, so I’m going to start small and imperfectly, especially with decluttering. (Episode 12 and Episode 73) 13. Your loved ones want you to be happy, not burdened by their stuff. Let go of the guilt. A gift given out of love doesn’t need to be kept out of guilt. (Episode 14) 14. “Just in case” likely means never. Instead, focus on “just for when” items - seasonal, etc. and be realistic about what you actually use and need. (Episode 15) 15. The most powerful questions I can ask myself are “What can I lay down?” and “What unnecessary decisions can I remove from my life?” (Episode 19) 16. Just because I get something for free or a gift does not mean I need to keep it. I am the CEO of my home. (Episode 23) 17. I set the tone for my home and what is acceptable when it comes to clutter and tidying. (Episode 81) 18. You need a system around your stuff or else you’ll continue to feel overwhelmed. (Episode 81) 19. Clutter-free living is not a final destination. It’s a journey and process based upon small, consistent steps. (Episode 52) 20. Thinking about my family being burdened by my stuff if something happens to me may be morbid, but it’s super powerful. (Episode 65) 21. There is nothing I can buy that is going to make me feel better in the long run. Dopamine is fleeting. Peace that comes from a clutter-free home is better than any purchase. (Episode 23) 22. Being present with my kids is more important than sticking to any routine perfectly. (Episode 74) 23. I am worth more than anything I have ever paid for what I own. (Episode 8) *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simp

What is the connection between our nervous system and how we experience motherhood? How can we process and release our emotions in a healthy way and then teach that to our children? How can we proactively manage our triggers so we can feel less overwhelmed? These are just some of the questions I am diving into today with Michelle Grosser. Michelle is a Nervous System Expert, Certified Master Life Coach, and host of The Calm Mom Podcast. Through somatic and neuroscience-based modalities, she coaches women through discovering what’s beneath their triggers and emotions, so they can begin their healing journey and find peace in the present. She deeply believes that the most profound thing we can offer our children is our own healing. She and her husband Jeff have two daughters and live in Miami, FL. In this episode, Michelle shares simple ways we can equip ourselves to recognize nervous system dysregulation by our body’s somatic cues and combat that dysregulation in a “language” that our body understands through somatic techniques. This is such an informative and tactical conversation you don’t want to miss! GIVEAWAY ALERT! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Michelle via her podcast, website, and Instagram Find your free Regulation Resources HERE Take Michelle’s quiz about Your Personality Pattern HERE Related Episodes: Episode 76: Dealing with Mom Rage? Simple Steps to Build your Stress Resiliency and Stop Being an Angry Mom with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy Episode 82: 3 Critical Mindset Tools To Help You Overcome Overwhelm and Be a Calm “Cyclone” Mom with Danielle Thienel *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

These are a few of my favorite things... Newsflash - minimalists like myself aren't allergic to stuff, or spending money on things that will make our lives better! Today I'm sharing the five things (some of them are even free!) that have helped declutter my mom life! GIVEAWAY ALERT! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included, which means that I get a small commission if you use my link. Thanks!) Blog post about why I LOVE my local Buy Nothing Group (and I know you will, too!) AnyList app Color Guru - use code OVERWHELM for 10% off your oder Weekly or Hourly Thriving in Motherhood Planner Systemize Your Life System Related Episodes: Episode 47: Top Tips for Selling on Facebook Marketplace with Melanie Wegener Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 81: Spending Too Much Time Cooking, Cleaning, and Picking Up After Your Family? 3 Mistakes You Need to Stop Making Today Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style Episode 55: Is Your Closet Overflowing with Clothes You Never Wear? Try These 5 Decluttering Hacks Episode 45: The 3 Levels of Overwhelm with Jessica Jackson from Thriving in Motherhood Podcast Episode 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm Episode 78: Intentional Planning to Combat Overwhelm with Sarah Horgan From Simple + Intentional Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

What does it mean to be a “cyclone” mom? It means that regardless of external circumstances, you can get your power from a calm center. Today Danielle Thienel from the Peaceful Mind Podcast for Busy Moms is sharing three critical mindset tools that can help you overcome overwhelm - including embracing the “B minus” mom, understanding that overwhelm is a vibration in your body and how your thoughts impact your action (or inaction), and the 50/50 model. Danielle is a certified life coach who supports faith-filled moms to create balance in their busy lives. She is a wife, mom of three, member of the Catholic Church, author, speaker and host of The Peaceful Mind Podcast for Busy Moms. Her mission is to empower overwhelmed and stressed moms to feel more peace and joy in their busy mom-life so they can maximize their full potential. She does this through sharing her process called The Cyclone Mom Method through her books, courses and life coaching offerings. Resources Mentioned: GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! Connect with Danielle on her website, podcast, Facebook, and Instagram Danielle’s book The Cyclone Mom Method (I highly recommend it!) My interview on Danielle’s podcast Related Episodes: Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome Them 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 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything Episode 36: Feeling Like “Just” a Mom? 3 Ways Decluttering Reminds You of Who You Are Outside of Motherhood Episode 45: The 3 Levels of Overwhelm with Jessica Jackson from Thriving in Motherhood Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you feel like you’re spending WAY too much time cooking, cleaning, and picking up after the little (and big) humans that you share your home with, today’s episode is for you! Here’s three mistakes you need to stop making so you can spend more time on what matters to you. Resources Mentioned: GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the review (info@simplebyemmy.com or direct message me on Facebook or Instagram), you’ll be in the running for a free autographed copy of my children’s book Little One. Great as a gift for the little ones in your life! AnyList app I use for shopping lists and meal planning Canva template for dry-erase menus for kids Simple wood polish using essential oils Sals Suds Mixing and Dilution Guide   Related Episodes: Episode 80: Systems to Transform Your Home with Mom of 10 Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 53: Cleaning Doesn’t Have to be Overwhelming! 8 Ways to Make it Stress-Free Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

What are the keys to developing sustainable systems that work for you and your entire family? Today Laura Hernandez, mom of 10 and founder of Mama Systems, is sharing her knowledge about systems including laundry, meal planning, errands, chores, and much more! Laura is a wife and mama to 10 amazing people. She is the founder of Mama Systems, a coaching business that helps mamas bring peace to their homes through systems so they can be intentional with their people and show up as the best mama possible. I know you’re going to be blessed by our conversation! Resources Mentioned: Real Happy Mom Christmas Giveaway - ends December 9, 2023 If you don’t want to enter the giveaway, there’s also free gifts to enjoy! Connect with Laura Hernandez on her website, Instagram, Facebook, and her podcast Laura’s free gift for Moms Overcoming Overwhelm listeners!   Related Episodes: Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home Episode 74: Creating Flexible Systems That Overcome Overwhelm with Katie Keene   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you’ve listened to one episode or all 79, you’re in for a treat today! I’m breaking down my 5-step formula for decluttering success - by following what I call the 5 C’s! Resources Mentioned: Check out my nine free resources on my website, including ones to help you with simplifying, decluttering, and living a more intentional life! Related Episodes: Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things Episode 64: Jumpstart Your Decluttering in 4 Simple Steps with Amy Slenker-Smith from Simply Enough Episode 68: 4 Steps to STOP the Shopping Habit from Former Shopaholic and Workaholic Turned Minimal-ish Mom Mary Simpson Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 65: Could Swedish Death Cleaning Be the Decluttering Motivation You Need? 5 Simple Steps to Get You Started Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything Episode 75: The Secret to a Joy-Filled and Clutter-Free Home Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple Question *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

When we are stressed and overwhelmed, planning is usually the first thing to go by the wayside. But intentional planning doesn’t have to take up a ton of time, and can have incredible benefits! In today’s conversation, I’m talking again with Sarah Horgan from Simple + Intentional about her best tips for intentional planning to combat anxiety and overwhelm. Sarah is a full-time teacher, mom and wife who is passionate about helping women change their lives through decluttering.  After a cancer diagnosis in 2014, she discovered her perfectionism and people pleasing were holding her back and creating a lot of overwhelm. This was also the year she first discovered minimalism and slowly started getting rid of things. Fast forward to 2018 and becoming a mom. The overwhelm forced Sarah to start examining her relationship with stuff and the big purge began. And she hasn't looked back!  Now Sarah helps other moms deal with their clutter, get organized and create systems + routines to make life easier. You can find her on Instagram, her website or in the simple + intentional Facebook community   Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Your Color Guru - use code OVERWHELM for 10% off at checkout!  Weekly or Hourly Thriving in Motherhood Planner Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy Related Episodes: Episode 12: Say Goodbye to Perfectionism and Declutter with Confidence with Sarah from Simple + Intentional Episode 37: Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans Episode 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm Episode 72: Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

December is almost upon us, and it’s the “snowball” effect of craziness until the end of the year. Are you stressed out yet?? On today’s episode, I’m giving you five much needed permission slips to help you enjoy this holiday season rather than dread it. I hope it blesses you! Resources Mentioned: I offer Custom Poetry Services Experience Gift Ideas   Related Episodes: Episode 13: Dreading the Influx of Toys After Christmas? 4 Ways to Limit Your Kids’ Presents Without Feeling like a Grinch 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 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I never thought I was an angry person…until I became a mom. Throughout my own journey with anger, I’ve sought out therapy (including EMDR), medication, and the support of other moms who have gone before me on this journey. I still have moments where I’m triggered by my kids, but things are much better thanks to consistent daily habits that help me with my anger and stress. Today’s guest, Elizabeth Andreyevskiy has also walked this journey and now she is sharing her best tips for improving our stress resilience and healthy habits to support our nervous system. Elizabeth is a stress coach for Christian moms. She is the host of Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast and a mom of 4. Elizabeth is super passionate about mental health and emotional wellness in motherhood. She supports stressed Christian moms in overcoming anger and embracing emotional stability, empowering them to leave an emotionally healthy legacy for their children's lives. I hope that you will be blessed by our conversation! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Elizabeth on her podcast Emotionally Healthy Legacy and learn more about the ways she supports moms on her website Elizabeth’s free gift to my listeners - 5 Steps to Breaking Free from Mom Rage Shame Related Episodes: Episode 1: My Story of Overcoming Overwhelm Episode 31: Effectively Parenting Strong-Willed Kids When You’re Overwhelmed with Danielle Bettmann from Parenting Wholeheartedly Episode 39: Anxiety and Overwhelm Impacting Your Motherhood? Focus on The “Foundational Five” and Build Your Stress Resiliency with Rachel Fernandez from The Stressed to Refreshed Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

The secret to a joy-filled and clutter-free home is simple…but not necessarily easy. It’s something that I’ve learned on my decluttering and minimalism journey and I’m so excited to share it with you today! Resources Mentioned: Cycle of Minimalism blog post Related Episodes: Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 1: My Story of Overcoming Overwhelm Episode 25: From “I Don’t Like it Here” to  Rediscovering Joy in Your Home and Motherhood - with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma Show *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

When our family life is chaotic, flexible systems and using the power of habits and habit stacking can help us survive - and even thrive - in the most difficult seasons of our motherhood - especially if our kids have special needs. Today I’m talking to Katie Keene, homeschooling mom of five, about her experience balancing everything by leveraging the power of simple systems. Katie Keene is the host of the top 1% globally rated podcast Her Home and Heart, and host to a membership community of beautiful Christian homeschooling families on the journey to peace at home and generational family success despite the challenges of raising a special needs child. Her mission is simple: to ensure that no family breaks apart simply due to lack of tools to create a SOLID, peaceful, and joyful family foundation at home. Katie is most passionate about helping special needs families create strong bonds and deep roots. Learn more about how she teaches moms to build a successful and joyful home, and to grab coupons, freebies, and links to Katie’s best kept secrets go to https://linktr.ee/familysuccess Resources Mentioned: Katie’s Podcast, Her Home & Heart My interview on Katie’s podcast Katie’s Facebook Group - Charlotte Mason Homeschool Lifestyle for Christian Families Connect with Katie on Instagram Related Episodes: Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 57: Want Your Routines to Stick? 3 Habit Hacks You Have to Try! Episode 60: A Busy Mom’s Guide to Sustainable Habits and Routines with Brandy Coffin from The Nourished Mom *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Part 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 Overwhelming Room, Too Many Toys, and “Generous” Relatives Who Give Us Stuff We Don’t Need!   Related Episodes:   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 Overwhelming Room, Too Many Toys, and “Generous” Relatives Who Give Us Stuff We Don’t Need!   Episode 12: Say Goodbye to Perfectionism and Declutter with Confidence with Sarah from Simple + Intentional   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 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox   Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine   Episode 68: 4 Steps to STOP the Shopping Habit from Former Shopaholic and Workaholic Turned Minimal-ish Mom Mary Simpson   Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead   Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast   Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System   Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show   Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things   Episode 62: Feeling Scattered? Use the Power of Checklists to Declutter Your Mind with Danielle McGeough from the Plan Goal Plan Podcast   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

“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 Co., curator of the Life & Goals Planner, & host of the Intentional MomLife with Jesus Podcast.   I hope that you will be blessed by this conversation!   Resources Mentioned:   Connect with Sasha on her website, Intentional Momlife with Jesus podcast, Facebook, or her Mom Life Balance Facebook group   Find out about Sasha’s Seek First course!   Related Episodes:   Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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 and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Related Episodes: Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You   Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead   Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox   Episode 63: 3 Creative Ways to Encourage Your Kids to Declutter   Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms   Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things   Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything   Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home!   Episode 13: Dreading the Influx of Toys After Christmas? 4 Ways to Limit Your Kids’ Presents Without Feeling like a Grinch   Episode 59: Your 5-Step Plan to Declutter Unwanted Gifts Guilt-Free   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

*Trigger warning - child loss discussed on today's episode** Casey Jones @that.minimalist.mom started her minimalist journey over seven years ago, when she realized that she wanted to spend more quality time with her family, but the excess stuff, commitments, and home management responsibilities were getting in the way of a meaningful life. She decluttered, downsized, and embraced a minimalist lifestyle both in streamlining what she owned but also simplifying her family’s schedule and routines. On today’s episode we talk about her journey, as well as how the foundation of minimalism and simplicity impacted her navigating the loss of her son Colt and the grieving process that followed. You can connect with Casey on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok where she teaches women to live intentionally, minimally, simply and clutter free to make room for more of what matters. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Casey on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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 Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 16: “My Husband Doesn’t Want to Get Rid of Anything!” How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Decluttering in 5 Simple Steps Episode 18: Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with Decluttering Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home!   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Decluttering is hard work, but is made even harder if you keep bringing stuff into your home. Mary Simpson worked 50-80 hours a week and used shopping as a reward until a health scare in early 2020 changed her mindset about stuff and using shopping as entertainment. She realized that we only get one shot at this life, and it’s not the stuff that matters. She and her family downsized and got rid of almost 75% of their belongings as they sought a simpler, more intentional life. On today’s episode Mary is sharing her amazing story, as well as a four-step process to stop the shopping habit so that you can live more intentionally and prevent clutter before it starts! You can connect with Mary on Instagram where she shares inspirational tips and advice to those seeking a more minimal-ish life. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mary on Instagram Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! Related Episodes: Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things Episode 64: Jumpstart Your Decluttering in 4 Simple Steps with Amy Slenker-Smith from Simply Enough *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

One of the best ways I know to overcome anxiety and overwhelm is to be proactive in how I spend my time, rather than reactive to whatever the day throws at me. Today I’m sharing 5 habits I do without fail every day to help me combat anxiety and overwhelm I experience as a busy mom. Resources Mentioned (may include affiliate links): Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! Ashwagandha (NOTE: check with healthcare provider before using any supplements) Magnesium Breakthrough (NOTE: check with healthcare provider before using any supplements) Thriving in Motherhood Planner that I’ve used since 2019 The Bible Recap The Work by Bryon Katie Related Episodes: Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

What does nourishment look like as a busy, overwhelmed mom? How do we simplify nourishing ourselves and our family? On today’s episode, Kristen Noriega, host of the Baby Weight Nutritionist Podcast is sharing simple, practical nourishment tips to help us replenish what stress and overwhelm depletes in our bodies. Kristen is the busy mom’s go-to for non-diet weight loss and creating a healthy family culture. As a registered dietitian nutritionist, she has been working with moms for over seven years. She is a mom of four littles, military spouse, and Catholic-Christian. On the Baby Weight Nutritionist Podcast, she drops helpful tips to seamlessly fit fun foods, really good nutrition, and movement that lights you up into the cracks of your day. Resources Mentioned: Listen to Kristen’s podcast, Baby Weight Nutritionist Connect with Kristen on Instagram Grab Your FREE Baby Weight Starter Kit Here Find out more about Kristen’s course, the Baby Weight Loss Blueprint My 2-Week Gluten-Free Meal Plan with our family favorites Related Episodes: Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Swedish death cleaning may seem like strange decluttering motivation, but it can help us to think about how our loved ones wont be burdened by our stuff if we were to pass prematurely. Today I’m reviewing 5 simple steps to get you started on your Swedish death cleaning journey, which may help you connect with your decluttering “deepest why”. Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnusson 5 Simple Steps to Start Swedish Death Cleaning Free Resource A blog article that dives a bit deeper into what I did at 39 Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning show on Peacock EFFAK (Emergency Financial First Aid Kit) recommended by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 1Password or LastPass for passwords ScanSnap Scanner   Related Episodes: Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 61 - 5 Questions to Get You Unstuck on Your Decluttering Journey Episode 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I constantly hear from moms that they have no idea where to start decluttering. And although I have my own ideas (check out Episode 5 for more), I love getting tips from others in the decluttering and simplicity space. My friend Amy Slenker-Smith from Simply Enough is a living simply coach and writer. She lives near Washington DC with her husband Steve, son Zack, and Zeke the cat. She helps empty nesters and working moms go from overwhelmed, unmotivated, and disorganized to the freeing-feeling of a weight lifted in a clutter-free and organized home. Today Amy is sharing her four best tips for overwhelmed moms to jumpstart their decluttering efforts! So get ready to get motivated! Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Amy at Simply Enough, on Facebook or Instagram Join Amy’s 5 Day Decluttering Challenge *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

The 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 Facebook Marketplace with Melanie Wegener Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms Episode 46: Declutter When Your Kids are Home for the Summer with These 3 Simple Hacks Episode 13: Dreading the Influx of Toys After Christmas? 4 Ways to Limit Your Kids’ Presents Without Feeling like a Grinch *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If 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 Manifesto by Atal Gawande *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you are feeling stuck on your decluttering journey, it may be because you need to connect to your deepest why to gain the motivation to move forward. Today I am diving into 5 questions that will give you the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. Related Episodes: Episode 3: Before you declutter, you MUST do this first Episode 1: My Story of Overcoming Overwhelm Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you want to build sustainable habits and routines, but you’re so overwhelmed you don’t know where to start? Today Brandy Coffin, is helping us build routines from the ground up - and even better - teaching us how to get them to stick! Brandy is a wife, follower of Jesus, homeschool mom and time management coach. She is the host of a top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, The Nourished Mom, where she talks about homeschool mom life and balancing 'all the things'. Brandy is passionate about helping other homeschool moms create a balanced, peaceful and efficient homeschool through personalized time management systems, biblical priorities and routine strategies. I hope you are blessed by this conversation with Brandy! 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 entered in a drawing for a decluttering book of your choice! If you already left a rating and review, thank you! Share the podcast with a friend and send the screenshot to me at info@simplebyemmy.com for an entry into the giveaway. The giveaway is all month, and the winner will be announced on my episode airing Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Brandy’s podcast, The Nourished Mom My two-part conversation on her podcast (Part One and Part Two) Find out more about Brandy’s routine strategy coaching Join her free Facebook group for Christian homeschool moms Connect with Brandy on Instagram Related Episodes: Episode 57: Want Your Routines to Stick? 3 Habit Hacks You Have to Try! Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are 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 entered in a drawing for a decluttering book of your choice! If you already left a rating and review, thank you! Share the podcast with a friend and send the screenshot to me at info@simplebyemmy.com for an entry into the giveaway. The giveaway is all month, and the winner will be announced on my episode airing Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Episodes Mentioned: Episode 13: Dreading the Influx of Toys After Christmas? 4 Ways to Limit Your Kids’ Presents Without Feeling like a Grinch Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are 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, and sign up for their weekly newsletter. More details about Mollie's chore system for her kids 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 entered in a drawing for a decluttering book of your choice! If you already left a rating and review, thank you! Share the podcast with a friend and send the screenshot to me at info@simplebyemmy.com for an entry into the giveaway. The giveaway is all month, and the winner will be announced on my episode airing Tuesday, October 3, 2023. The Man in the Arena speech by Theodore Roosevelt The Mom in the Arena by Emily McDermott It is not the critic who counts; nor the mom who berates herself for stumbling, or who looks to Instagram to see where she, the doer of all the doing, could have done it better. The credit belongs to the same mom who is actually in the arena, whose shirt is stained by spit up and Goldfish crumbs; who strives valiantly to be the mom she knows she is called to be; who yells at her kids, who comes up short again and again, who apologizes and makes it right and tries better the next day. Because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; there is no perfect mom - it is an illusion that traps us despite what we know in our heart of hearts to be true. But who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows the great enthusiasms of the laughter of a child and a moment of true connection, the great devotion we feel to the family entrusted to our care; who spends herself in the most worthy of causes; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of being imperfectly devoted to the highest calling of all, and who at the worst, when she fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that her place shall never be with the moms who let perfectionism prevent them from the victory of a life fully lived. *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you struggling with your fall routines already? I’ve got you, mama! Today I’m sharing three habit hacks that will help you stick to your routines - using the science behind habits to help you every step of the way! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): 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 entered in a drawing for a decluttering book of your choice! If you already left a rating and review, thank you! Share the podcast with a friend and send the screenshot to me at info@simplebyemmy.com for an entry into the giveaway. The giveaway is all month, and the winner will be announced on my episode airing Tuesday, October 3, 2023. My favorite habit books: Atomic Habits by James Clear Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes that Stick by Wendy Wood Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg The High Five Habit by Mel Robbins (and a quick overview video) Episodes Mentioned/Related Episodes: Episode 56: Minimal Mom of 9 Shares Her Secret to a Simpler Life in a Smaller Space - with Angie Wipf from Calming the Chaotic Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 53: Cleaning Doesn’t Have to be Overwhelming! 8 Ways to Make it Stress-Free *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

As a minimal mom of 9 kids, my guest Angie Wipf from Calming the Chaotic knows that having systems in place for decluttering and home management is key - especially if you’re living in a smaller space (like 1200 square feet!) Angie describes herself as a minimal mom of 9 living in a smaller space, sharing her tips at Calming the Chaotic on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. She and he family focus on simple, sustainable, frugal living. Besides decluttering and routines, we talk about kids’ stuff - how much do you actually need to hold onto if you’re planning to grow your family? Angie’s sharing her secrets for simple living that can help you calm the chaos - and I can’t wait to share them with you! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Angie on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok Angie’s DeClutter app 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 entered in a drawing for a decluttering book of your choice! If you already left a rating and review, thank you! Share the podcast with a friend and send the screenshot to me at info@simplebyemmy.com for an entry into the giveaway. The giveaway is all month, and the winner will be announced on my episode airing Tuesday, October 3, 2023. *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If your closets are overflowing or if you’re dreading the seasonal clothing change-out, this episode is for you! Today I’m sharing 5 super easy hacks to help you declutter your closet with ease. And these hacks will not only work for you, but your kids as well! So get ready to calm your closet chaos! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Article about Pareto Principle and how we wear 20% of clothing 80% of the time Your Color Guru has helped me a ton with curating and paring down my wardrobe. Use code OVERWHELM to get 10% off at checkout! Episodes Mentioned: Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 48: The ONE Thing That You Need To Add to Your Decluttering Toolbox Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday!   Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

We know that clutter directly impacts our overwhelm and stress, as well as our physical health. As we declutter and simplify, we are seeking a more peaceful, less stressful life. But if you have a chronic illness that is impacted by stress - like my guest Ali Cornish - then it’s even more important to declutter your home, head, and heart so that you can learn to not only survive, but thrive despite the challenges of the illness. Ali describes herself as a mother, writer and wife rooted in minimalism, wellness, and lifelong learning. Shortly after launching her website Everthrive.org, she was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (otherwise known as AS), an incurable inflammatory disease. After suffering from long bouts of pain and intermittent immobility, Ali chose to redouble her commitment to a minimalist way of life. Through living simply, eliminating distractions, and focusing on the important aspects of life, she put her AS symptoms into remission. Whether you have a chronic illness like Ali, or if you’re just looking for ways to reduce stress and inflammation, today’s episode is incredibly helpful and I know you’re going to learn a lot. Resources Mentioned: Ali’s website, Everthrive.org Connect with Ali on Instagram *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Cleaning is one of my least favorite home management activities. But in today’s episode, I’m sharing 8 things that have helped me reframe how I think about cleaning so that now it’s (mostly) stress-free. If you want to simplify and streamline your cleaning routine without the overwhelm, look no further! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): From now until midnight EST on September 30, 2023, e-mail me a screenshot of your rating and written review in Apple Podcasts (5 starts are my favorite!) to info@simplebyemmy.com or if you’ve already left a review, share it with a friend and screenshot that to info@simplebyemmy.com for your entry. The winner will win a declutter book of their choice! Here’s a few of my favorites:Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana K. White Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity by Diane Boden Declutter Like a Mother by Allie Casazza Dr. Bronner’s Sal’s Suds - all-purpose cleaner Systemize Your Life Sink Reflections by Marla Cilley   Episodes Mentioned: Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 50: 5 Must-Have Back-to-School Routines for Overwhelmed Moms Episode 40: Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

I hear these five misconceptions ALL the time from listeners and clients. You’re probably believing at least one right now! Let’s kick these misconceptions - and overwhelm - to the curb together so we can move forward towards the clutter-free life we desire. Resources Mentioned: *Note - affiliate links may be included which means that I get a small commission from any qualifying purchases you make from the link. Thanks!* Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg Free Resource: 50 Questions Minimalists Ask Episodes Mentioned: Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You Episode 3: Before You Declutter, You MUST Do This First Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 22: Marie Kondo Didn’t “Give Up” on Tidying. Here’s What She Gave Up On - and 3 Ways You Can Do the Same Episode 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

How 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 she helps Christian stepmoms Prevent Stepmom Burnout, Stop Walking on Eggshells, and End 2nd Wife Imposter Syndrome for good. She is passionate about equipping women to reclaim their identity in Jesus and preventing re-divorce. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Jen on her website, her podcast Bold & Blended Stepmoms, or join her free Brave Stepmom Community Grab her free resource Top 10 Tips to Prevent Stepmom Burnout Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you stressed about back-to-school routines? Have no idea where to start but know that the chaos has to STOP? I’m here for you, mama! Today I’m sharing the 5 must-have back-to-school routines that are going to help your days run smoother. And head’s up - I’m starting with the one that causes me (and most moms) the MOST headaches so we cn tackle it once and for all! Are you ready? Let’s go! Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): Systemize Your Life Academy (Chelsi Jo and team is offering $350 off the program from August 21 - 25, 2023 with the code BACKTOSCHOOL at checkout) Chelsi Jo’s podcast episode about her 5 time block method - also make sure you check out the workbook Episodes Mentioned: Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Files and e-mails and photos - oh my! If your digital space needs some organizational TLC, my guest Erika Diaz-Castro has some tips to help. Erika is the host of Her Renewed Strength - The Podcast - where she helps anxious, overwhelmed Christian women with time management and developing a biblical mindset. In today’s episode, we talk about how Erika learned about the relationship between physical and mental clutter at a young age, as she saw her mom struggle with clutter and chronic disorganization. She shares her top digital organization tips, talks about her daily routines that move the needle in her life and business, and much more! In celebration of my upcoming 50th episode (!!) I am doing a special giveaway. Simply leave a rating and written podcast review in Apple Podcasts (5 stars are my favorite) between now and midnight EST, August 17 and be sure to screen shot the review and send it to me BEFORE you submit!  If you don't have an iPhone, no worries! Share one of your favorite episodes with a friend or via your favorite social media platform and tag me at @simplebyemmy. Make sure you screen shot that as well, and DM me via Facebook or Instagram, or e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com for your entry. Every entry will be in the running for an Amazon gift card - and each review or share puts a dollar in the pot, up to $50 USD. So don't miss out! Resources Mentioned (may include affiliate links): Connect with Erika via her website, podcast, and free community of Biblically-minded women. Erika’s course, On Heaven’s Timeline, is a Christ-centered productivity playbook that helps you get more done, stop worrying about your schedule and have time for what matters most. She also offers private coaching. *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

This one thing can be a major game-changer in your decluttering toolbox! It allows you to spend your time and energy in getting through a space rather than agonizing about whether you want to keep something or not. Can you guess what it is? Resources Mentioned: If you’d like to work with me, I am offering both in-person decluttering services for those of you in the greater Washington DC metro area, or virtual services for everyone else! Contact me at info@simplebyemmy.com to find out more about my pricing and availability! Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode!   Episodes Mentioned: Episode 5: Don’t Know Where to Start Decluttering? The Answer May Surprise You Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 46: Declutter When Your Kids are Home for the Summer with These 3 Simple Hacks Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you’ve been wanting to learn some tips on how to sell what you no longer need on Facebook Marketplace, you are in for a treat! My guest Melanie Wegener has sold over $10K worth of unneeded stuff from her home on the platform, and is sharing her best Marketplace selling tips, as well as her powerful story of why she started to simplify and declutter after the birth of her second child. Melanie is a happily married wife and mum of three boys living in Adelaide, South Australia. She blogs at Money Savvy Mamma and is passionate about helping women to manage their finances, live with less and thrive in their season of motherhood. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Mel on her website, Instagram, or Facebook Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If 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 work for you and your family! Resources Mentioned: My kids' favorite podcasts: Circle RoundThe Arthur PodcastSuper Great Kids' StoriesBut Why Episodes Mentioned: Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Today I’m very excited to bring you my conversation with Jessica Jackson from the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast all about the 3 levels of overwhelm that moms experience and how we can overcome them. Jessica and I connected in 2018, I have been a guest on her podcast a few times and she is one of my coaches. I use her planner and am part of her Next 90 Days/Soaring Mothers  Society where we talk about our vision, goals, and celebrate our wins every month! She is homeschooling mom to four children who knows what it is like to try and find peace and balance between running a business, a household, and creating a strong family culture while real life keeps happening (hard pregnancies and postpartum, sickness, cross country moves, husband has busy work seasons, etc.). After years of struggle she realized there are simple, practical things she can do to stop living in overwhelm and find meaning and joy in everyday life. Thriving in Motherhood equips women to use their gifts and talents and build strong families no matter the circumstances of the world. Resources Mentioned: Jessica’s podcast Thriving in Motherhood and the episode where she talks about the 3 Levels of Overwhelm in Motherhood Weekly or Hourly Thriving in Motherhood Planner Thriving in Motherhood Journal Connect with Jessica via her website and Instagram Free training: Discover 6 Secrets To Experience Peace And Joy In Motherhood Every Day My two interviews (Living Your Legacy and The Power of Small Steps) on Jessica’s podcast April Perry - context-based to-do’s Stephen Covey’s book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

When we start decluttering our homes, heads, and hearts, our family members take notice. Even at a young age, kids can understand the “why” behind decluttering and it can teach them many important values and life skills. Today, we are going to dive into 8 values that decluttering can teach our kids (and are important reminders for us as well!) If you want to learn more about in-person or virtual decluttering coaching services, hop on a 10-minute clarity call with me so we can discuss your biggest decluttering pain points (even if your kids are screaming in the background! I promise I don’t mind. :)) Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! Episodes Mentioned: Episode 18: Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with Decluttering Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts 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 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Sarah Carabell is an Air Force spouse and wife to an energetic son (and dog!) She is also my friend and decluttering coaching client! She struggled with postpartum depression and anxiety for two years despite having a degree in nutrition and a background in personal training. Frustrated with the side effects of medication, she sought a more natural solution. Thankfully, three years ago she found it and now helps mom overcome overwhelm and anxiety without medication.  Today we talk about her postpartum journey, the advice she has for moms going through a similar struggle, and how simple steps have helped her keep her anxiety at bay.  Connect with Sarah on Facebook or Instagram *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Before 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 Jump on a free 10-minute clarity call with me! Allie Casazza’s book, Declutter Like a Mother Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! Episodes Mentioned: Episode 3: Before you declutter, you MUST do this first Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Have you ever realized that it’s 5 PM and you have no idea what you’re making for dinner? It’s happened to me more than I’d care to admit. In today’s episode I am talking to Lauren White from The Intentional Edit Podcast all about how we can simplify and de-stress the meal planning process - even with kids (like mine) who only like to eat hot dogs or chicken nuggets! Resources Mentioned: Lauren’s website Lauren’s podcast, The Intentional Edit Podcast Connect with Lauren on Instagram Lauren’s meal planning course My interview on Lauren’s podcast Veggies & Virtue Podcast recommended by Lauren AnyList app I use for grocery shopping, meal planning, and recipe storage Episodes Mentioned (from Intentional Edit Podcast): Episode 87 - Simplify Dinnertime & Eat Together More - How to Have Dinners as a Family on Busy Weeknights and More Episode 88: Tip Tuesday - Stop Wasting Time with Grocery Orders & Shopping - Get Dinner on the Table with Less Stress & Struggle *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you feel like your to-do list just keeps getting longer, and you’re hardly making a dent, you are not alone. As moms, we have a constant running list of to-do’s, and some of them - like cleaning the home, putting food on the table every day, and doing laundry - just keep coming back! Today I’m so excited to share the three things that you’re probably NOT doing that are preventing you from tackling that to-do list and finally feeling like you’re not drowning anymore. GIVEAWAY ALERT! Simply leave a written review in Apple Podcasts (5 star ratings are also greatly appreciated if you are enjoying the show!) and send me a screen shot of your review to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card! If you’ve already left a review, share one of your favorite episodes on Instagram or Facebook at tag me at @simplebyemmy for your entry! Please send all screen shots and do all your social media tags before midnight Eastern time on Tuesday, June 13th and I will announce the winner during my podcast on June 15th! Resources Mentioned: (NOTE: Affiliate links may be included, which means that if you purchase something through the link, I’ll earn a small commission. The commission is paid by the retailers/companies, at no cost to you). Systemize Your Life Podcast Systemize Your Life System Thriving in Motherhood Podcast Thriving in Motherhood Planner Energy Mapping Article I found helpful Information about your chronotype - take a quiz, watch this short video, or learn more about your peak productivity times Episodes Mentioned: Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead Episode 38: Work With Your Body and Declutter Faster by Harnessing the Power of Cycle Syncing *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you feeling anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed? Have you started decluttering but want to do more to feel better? Are you interested in finding a holistic solution but you’re not sure where to start? Do you want to build your stress resiliency so you can better cope with the (numerous!) stresses of being a mom? Rachel Fernandez is here to help! Rachel is a Jesus-loving, messy-bun wearing, work-at-home mom to two under three. After a lifetime of anxiety and stress affected her fertility and caused a devastating miscarriage and mental breakdown, she discovered the beauty of holistically healing her anxiety from the root. She now coaches other moms on how to heal their anxiety by nourishing their bodies, creating systems of self care, and finding the joy of a faith mindset. Today she talks about her “Foundational Five” to help you build the stress resiliency that will serve you in all seasons of your motherhood. GIVEAWAY ALERT! Simply leave a written review in Apple Podcasts (5 star ratings are also greatly appreciated if you are enjoying the show!) and send me a screen shot of your review to info@simplebyemmy.com to be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card! If you’ve already left a review, share one of your favorite episodes on Instagram or Facebook at tag me at @simplebyemmy for your entry! Please send all screen shots and do all your social media tags before midnight Eastern time on Tuesday, June 13th and I will announce the winner during my podcast on June 15th! Resources Mentioned: Rachel’s podcast, The Stressed to Refreshed Podcast Rachel’s Facebook Group - Holistic Anxiety Solutions for Moms of Littles Free Guide: Create More Calm and Become a More Present Mom: 8 Daily Habits to Reduce Anxiety Contact Rachel My Interview on Rachel’s Podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Cycle 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 now available! For a limited time, you can get the following for $100 (normal price $125) if you provide an honest review of my services: - 30 minute Zoom call where we talk about the area(s) you want to focus on for my in-person visit. You can show me the space on the video call and I can give you some prep work depending on your goals for the area. That way we can hit the ground running when I arrive and you can get the most bang for your buck, so to speak. - 2-2.5 hour in-person meet up where we go through 1-2 areas of your home. - I will assign you some "homework" to continue when I'm gone. The package also includes 1 week follow up via text/e-mail for one week so I can hold you accountable to the homework we agree to. Contact me at info@simplebyemmy.com for more information, or let's chat during a 10-minute clarity call so we can discuss your biggest pain point/roadblock with decluttering and I can recommend a course of action: https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Snag your free Cycle Syncing Decluttering Checklist Perception of pain during menstrual cycle phases Journal of Consumer Behavior study about how hormones influence consumer behavior in women Personality and Individual Differences study about spending behavior during luteal phase Episodes Mentioned: Episode 14: Is Your Family Pressuring You Into Holding Onto Stuff You Don’t Want? Say Goodbye to Guilt with These 3 Tips Episode 16: “My Husband Doesn’t Want to Get Rid of Anything!” How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Decluttering in 5 Simple Steps Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you collapse at night, exhausted, only to realize that you can’t remember what you actually did all day? Do you feel like a victim to your circumstances and does motherhood feel like a burden rather than a blessing? Julie Redmond is on a mission to make mom-life feel easier and meaningfully productive through the ultimate life hack of self awareness + intentional living, built on the foundation of faith. Julie is a mom of 8-year old boy/girl twins, a happy wife, and is fueled by fun earrings, dark chocolate, meaningful conversations and Jesus! Today she shares several tactical tips on how we can get out of that feeling of overwhelm and being a victim to our circumstances so we can take charge of our days - whether we are at home with our littles, working out of the home, or anything in between. You’re going to love this conversation! Resources Mentioned: Julie’s website Connect with Julie on Instagram or check out her Productivity Printables on Etsy Julie’s podcast, Mom Made Plans My interview on Julie’s podcast Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Have 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 than the mundane parts of motherhood. I have learned 3 things in my decluttering journey that remind me of the totality of who I am - someone with a calling and a purpose. Tune into the end for a special poem I wrote called "Just" a Mom! XOXO, Emily “Just” a Mom Poem Episodes Mentioned: Episode 3: Before you declutter, you MUST do this first Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Does keeping a tidy home feel like an uphill battle? Today on the podcast, Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show shares the one life-changing habit that will transform your home management and keep your home clutter-free.Lisa is a wife, mom of three and cheerleader for anyone wanting to simplify their life so that they can enjoy it more. Lisa first tried living as a minimalist but no matter how few possessions she owned, she still struggled to keep up with it all. Then she discovered the solution to the chaos was  to simplify and systemize her home to support life-changing habits. Through this process, she’s been able to keep up with daily home management and be more mental present with her family. Lisa also shares what it was like to live with her family in an RV the was only 300 square feet, and how she is forever grateful for that experience. Resources Mentioned: Lisa’s website and her podcast, the Habits and Home Show Lisa’s free resource, the Daily Reset Checklist My interview on Lisa's show Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Are you overwhelmed by toys? Are they literally taking over your home? Are you constantly cleaning up after your kids, when they can’t seem to clean up what they have on their own? While our kids live in our homes and deserve to be able to play and enjoy the space, what can we do when the sheer amount of toys is overwhelming us - and them? Today we’re going to dive into my 5-step plan to help YOU tackle the toy clutter. Episodes Mentioned: Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 13: Dreading the Influx of Toys After Christmas? 4 Ways to Limit Your Kids’ Presents Without Feeling like a Grinch Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you look in your overflowing closet and have "nothing to wear", today's episode is for you. My guest, Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday Style and the Everyday Style School Podcast, is here to help us discover our style so we can feel confident while having our clothing be applicable to our everyday life. She also has some amazing tips on how to edit our closet effectively and efficiently without what she calls FOTO- Fear of Throwing Out. Jennifer helps women have easier mornings and better days. She is on a mission to inspire women to love the way they look, and give them the tools to make style easy. She’s the host of the Top 10 podcast, The Everyday Style School, that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed. After styling women for over two decades, there isn’t a body shape she hasn’t seen, or a style struggle she hasn’t heard–and she knows the solution is easier than you think! Jennifer is passionate about raising confident daughters, female entrepreneurship, and getting every woman in a better bra. Resources Mentioned (Note: may include affiliate links): Jennifer’s website, Your Everyday Style Jennifer’s podcast, The Everyday Style School The free Signature Style Quiz Spring 2023 Capsule Wardrobe Guide The Style Circle and the Style Circle Monthly Membership Dress Your Bodyshape The Ultimate Closet Makeover Masterclass Signature Style Masterclass Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

There 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 Support for Overwhelmed Moms Facebook Group Decluttering Systems Coaching Services Episodes Mentioned: Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 11: Holding onto EVERYTHING Sentimental? 3 Decluttering Hacks you HAVE to Try Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 9: Stop Holding Onto Stuff Because of What You Paid for It! 3 Tips to Overcome This Common Decluttering Roadblock Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! Episode 30: Feeling Stuck on Your Decluttering Journey? The One Mindset Hack that Will Change Everything *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm definitely impact how we parent, and if you throw a strong-willed kiddo (or two) into the mix, then parenting becomes even more challenging. Today’s guest is Danielle Bettmann. Danielle is a Positive-Discipline certified parenting mentor for families with strong-willed kids age 1-7 and host of the Failing Motherhood podcast. She guides parents to cultivate cooperation, extend their patience and prevent behavior proactively through a group coaching program called Wholeheartedly CALM. A teacher by trade and a coach by strengths, her passion is to be a translator between adult + child, helping parents crack the code of their child's personality and find sanity + strategies. Today, Danielle shares her powerful story about why she ended up downsizing with her two daughters, moving to an apartment and getting rid of 75% of their belongings and, even when she moved into a larger home again, not filling it up with stuff when she recognized the benefits of living with less. We then talk about how to approach parenting with self-awareness, compassion, and without mom guilt, especially when we’re overwhelmed and dealing with strong-willed kiddos. Danielle’s website: www.parentingwholeheartedly.com www.Instagram.com/parent_wholeheartedlyDanielle’s podcast, Failing Motherhood: https://failingmotherhood.buzzsprout.com/Danielle’s free training for parents - Authentic + Unapologetic: www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticFREE Calm BIG Emotions guide: www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/emotions Follow Danielle on Instagram My interview on Danielle's podcast Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Instead of using the physical confines of our home as a barometer for how much we own, and filling our schedules within the confines of the 24 hours we have in a day, we need to look at our capacity, that is, what we can reasonably manage when it comes to our stuff and our time. Today I dive deep into this mindset shift, which has forever changed the way that I go about decluttering.  Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! Episodes Mentioned:  Episode 16: “My Husband Doesn’t Want to Get Rid of Anything!” How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Decluttering in 5 Simple Steps Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple Question *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Glitter. Toys. Pillow forts. Paint. Childhood is messy! And when you’re trying to keep a tidy house, the mess can be unnerving. We think about how long it’s going to take to clean up, rather than fully enjoying our kids’ creativity. In today’s episode, my guest Desirae Endres shares how she’s been able to shift her mindset about kids’ messes and remember that embracing minimalism doesn’t mean everything is always tidy, but easily tidied! Desirae is a mom of two, wife, podcast host, and former English teacher. Her passion is to share the message of minimalism and intentional living with other women, as minimalism is a movement has truly changed her life. She shares her journey in minimalism and intentional living on her podcast, Minimal-ish. Resources Mentioned: Desirae’s podcast, Minimal-ish Connect with Desirae on Instagram Desirae’s website Simple Morning Lists My interview on Minimal-ish Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Do you have piles of paper that are constantly shuffled around from place to place? Do you lack a system around all the paper coming into your home? Today I’m sharing my no-fail paper processing routine around the three main categories of paper that my mamas struggle with the most - mail, kids’ school papers, and kids’ artwork. Resources Mentioned (may include affiliate links): The paper tray/inbox I use in my kitchen looks like this one I use the ScanSnap scanner. Mine works with Evernote but they make other models as well. Amazon Basics 12-sheet paper shredder For mail: To unsubscribe: For catalogs you don’t want, use Catalog Choice. Dmachoice.org to unsubscribe from mailing lists Optoutprescreen.com for credit card solicitations yellowpagesoptout.com for phone books Magazines - depends on the magazine but the company needs to be contacted directly in most cases. If you don’t want the physical copy, your local library may have access to magazines through Libby or Overdrive. Mine has 3,900 magazines available!  For kids’ school papers: I use Evernote (especially the Evernote app) to easily capture kids’ school work and artwork I want to keep. Here’s a short Reel showing you how I use it. For kids’ artwork and crafts: If artwork doesn’t go on my kids’ corkboards in their rooms, I leave it in art purgatory for a few months. Then I go through it and will either take a photo using Evernote or throw it away.   I will keep a limited number of items (especially with handprints, etc.) in a physical file folder after I have taken a photo or scanned it.   Other ways to keep your kids artwork is using a system like Artkive and Keepy. They are apps that have paid and free versions that can take your kids’ artwork and make art books or framed mosaics out of them.  *** Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Look for the microphone that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode!   Episodes Mentioned:  Episode 27: What Does Your Home Say About You? The Secret to Decorating Intentionally with Dani Watson from fig & farm at home Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System  Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Today I am thrilled to bring you an interview with Dani Watson. Dani is a former first grade teacher turned home decorator. She describes herself as a daughter of the King, wife, boy mom and popcorn enthusiast. She's the host of the #1 ranked home design podcast, fig & farm at home. What I love about Dani and why I invited her on the show is that she teaches busy moms with REAL homes and REAL budgets how to break free from the Pinterest perfect trap to create a home that tells their story with their style. She also grew up in a cluttered environment, and this really influenced her intentional approach to design and decorating. As we are decluttering, we want to keep in mind what is most important to us. And that includes asking ourselves how we want our home to feel, and what story we want it to tell. Dani believes that homes are a canvas for storytelling, and learning how to intentionally decorate your home can help make it the restful haven you want it to be, not a cluttered, overwhelming place. And spoiler alert - the secret to intentional design is not buying every throw pillow you can find at Home Goods or Target! Resources Mentioned: Dani Watson’s Podcast, fig & farm (at home) Connect with Dani on Instagram or join her Design 101 Facebook Group Dani’s course, Design 101 will be open for enrollment March 16, 2023 My interview on Dani’s podcast Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you are an overwhelmed mama, most likely LAUNDRY is contributing to that. If you loathe it and piles of clothes are everywhere, and you have to start that same load (again) because you forgot about it and it’s 6 hours later…well my friend, this episode is for you. My 20-minute laundry system will help you stay on top of laundry (rather than being buried in piles) once and for all! Resources Mentioned: Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode!   Episodes Mentioned:  Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome Them Episode 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home 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 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet Chaos Episode 25: From “I Don’t Like it Here” to  Rediscovering Joy in Your Home and Motherhood - with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma Show *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

Have you ever looked around your house and thought to yourself, “I don’t like it here?” Has your home ever felt like a prison filled with stuff, rather than a peaceful haven? If so, you’re going to love my conversation today with my friend Elyse Rooney. Elyse shares a powerful story of the moment she realized she didn’t like being in her home, a moment that prompted her to grab the trash bags and start to ruthlessly declutter the things that weren’t serving her and her family. If you have ever felt anxious and overwhelmed in your home and knew something needed to change, I know you’re going to love her story. Elyse lives in Australia with her husband and 3 children. She is a Christian Motherhood coach and chai latte enthusiast (something she and I have in common). Elyse helps moms, or “mums” as they say in Australia, of young kids to step into their calling of homemaking and raising their children. She is passionate about helping overwhelmed mums trade stress for peace and create flow in their home. Elyse also shares her journey of moving to a slow, simple way of living and why all mothers should embrace a more holistic, natural lifestyle. Elyse is the host of a top 1.5% global podcast, The Wholesome Mumma Show. She believes it is possible to spend quality time with your children, without the mum guilt of letting the home or the to do list go.   Resources Mentioned: The Wholesome Mumma Show Elyse’s website Elyse’s course - The Home Detox Method Connect with Elyse on Instagram My interview on Elyse’s podcast *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

When 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 you leave a rating and written review in Apple Podcasts, take a screen shot of it before you submit it and send it to me at @simplebyemmy either on Instagram or Facebook, you will be entered in a drawing for a free one-hour coaching session with me, valued at $47. You can find out more about what my coaching sessions include here.   Resources Mentioned: 50 Questions Minimalists Ask 5 Mindset Shifts to Help You Let Go of Clutter Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?”, Ask This Question When Decluttering   Episodes Mentioned:  Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing These 3 Things Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 9: Stop Holding Onto Stuff Because of What You Paid for It! 3 Tips to Overcome This Common Decluttering Roadblock Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 14: Is Your Family Pressuring You Into Holding Onto Stuff You Don’t Want? Say Goodbye to Guilt with These 3 Tips   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If 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 small voice that is questioning your purchases in the moment.  In today’s episode, I share the three things you need to STOP doing in order to get out from under your clutter.    Resources Mentioned: Toy Survey Unroll.me Buy Nothing Groups Freecycle 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 6: The EASIEST Way to Declutter Any Space in Your Home! *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ www.simplebyemmy.com/resources  Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Grab a free 10-minute clarity call at https://calendly.com/simplebyemmy/clarity Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching