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*TOP 1% PODCAST FOR MOMS* I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Hey there, mama. Are you tired of all the STUFF crowding your home, calendar, and mind? Do you wish you could say goodbye to the endless to-do list running around in your head, while you’re running around in the middle of the mess? Want to declutter but don’t know where to start? Are your dreams buried under piles of toys and laundry? Welcome to Moms Overcoming Overwhelm, where you will find proven and practical ...
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Having trouble fitting in a part time job and being a mom? Do you want to have more time to pour into your kids? Are you sick of being overwhelmed and exhausted? Do you wish you had personalized systems that work for you and save time? In this podcast, you will find personalized systems that will work for you and set you free from overwhelm. stress, anxiety, exhaustion, and missing out on precious moments with your kids. My mission is to equip you to have more time by using time management t ...
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Kids are home for the summer…which means it’s a perfect time to help them with decluttering and organizing their spaces! In this replay of my recent interview on The Busy Vibrant Mom Podcast, I share my best tips and tricks for decluttering success with your kids! Resources Mentioned: My Spotify decluttering playlist (regular) and my Christian wors…
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Summer can be challenging. It can be fun at times, but also frustrating. Routines, structures, and normal life are tossed up in the air. This can be exciting, and stressful at the same time. You might be a bit frustrated at trying to juggle it all this summer. Does it feel like things just aren’t working? No matter what you do? I hear you! It's fun…
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Want to simplify your wardrobe this summer? Curious about whether a capsule wardrobe can work for you? Today I’m sharing my 5 simple steps to help you create a summer capsule wardrobe! Resources Mentioned: **Summer Review Giveaway! ENDING SOON!** Need a little extra cash this summer? Have you left a written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts …
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Mornings can be stressful. Whether it be trying to get kids out the door to summer camp, out the door to school, trying to figure out the day, or just mentally dealing with the demands of kids first thing in the morning. I don’t know about you, but I need some time to mentally wake up and be prepared to deal with what comes my way. I am far more le…
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Are you frustrated with not being able to get anything done this summer with your kids at home? You CAN be productive, even in the summer months! In this episode, Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom is back to share 3 time management tips, as well as great activities to keep your kids busy! Resources Mentioned: **Summer Review Giveaway!** Need …
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Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated as you begin the summer with kids at home? How do you keep things organized, stay on task, and declutter your home when you have kids who need your attention every moment? In this episode we have an amazing guest, Emily McDermott, podcast host of Mom’s Overcoming Overwhelm. She is a mom of two boys, a wife…
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Have you been putting off decluttering? Ordering takeout AGAIN because you forgot to plan meals for the week? Is the house a mess because you’ll “do it later”? As a serial procrastinator, I get it! In today’s episode I’m sharing 5 habit hacks to spur you to action, no matter what you’ve been putting off! Resources Mentioned: **Summer Review Giveawa…
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It’s summer y’all! In times past I have shared the top ten things that are saving my life that season. You enjoyed the past episodes, so I wanted to do one specific to summer and what things are saving my life in this current season. These include things associated with parenting, kids, work, time management, personal care, mental capacity etc. Gra…
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Uplevel your productivity this summer with the “Assign a time” method! In today’s episode, Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans is explaining why this approach is such a game-changer in helping us busy moms get what matters done - without the stress and overwhelm! Julie is a twin mom and host of the Mom Made Plans podcast. She is on a mission to make …
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You may be stressing over trying to balance work and kids over the summer. Answering the question, is this possible? How do I get client work done with my kids home over the summer? If so, you are in the right place. Today we have a special guest, Camille Kurtenbach. She is a multitasking mom of two, a loving wife, a coffee lover, and a proud dog m…
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We all love a good vacation right? Hanging out on the beaches of Hawaii, listening to the waves lap against the shore, while you sip on a tropical drink with a fancy umbrella. As parents our vacations never look like this! When was the last time you actually sat down or relaxed on vacation with kids? Most of the time you are packing up for a day of…
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In today’s episode, I’m sharing the exact step-by-step process I use with my clients to help them declutter their homes in less time! Need extra support on your journey? I offer virtual and in-person decluttering and organizing services! Resources Mentioned: Summer Review Giveaway! Need a little extra cash this summer? Have you left a written revie…
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Rhythms and routines work great - until they don’t! How do you know if a rhythm is “broken” and what do you do to fix it? On today’s episode, Jeanette Tapley from the Moms at Work Podcast provides practical tips on assessing and repairing our rhythms for more peace and ease. Jeanette is a podcast host, author, speaker, and friend who loves all thin…
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Today you are in for a special treat as Erin Attere joins us. Erin left her 6-figure job in corporate America to change her life, her family’s life, and the lives of women worldwide. Erin now works for the fair trade company Thread WorldWide, where they help empower women and give them the tools to escape poverty. It is an incredible company that I…
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Need a decluttering plan for summer? Look no further! I’ve got you covered with my 6-step plan to make progress on your decluttering goals, even with kids at home! Resources Mentioned: Interested in developing a personalized decluttering plan for the summer? Book a 60-minute coaching call with me, or let’s get on a free discovery call to see how I …
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It’s summer y’all! MayCember is crazy and then we get dropped into summer. It takes awhile to adjust and relax into a new schedule. Once things settle down, and we all settle into a more relaxed schedule our kids start whining that they are bored. Do you have that problem too? My son actually wrote his own list of 130 things to do when he was bored…
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The term “minimalism” can be a turnoff to those who think that it’s legalistic, restrictive, or requires that you only own a certain amount of stuff. But minimalism has many facets, and it’s a tool that can help you live a more intentional, peaceful life. In this episode I’m joined again by Desirae Endres from the popular podcast Minimal-ish. We ch…
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Can you believe school is out (or maybe it will be soon) and summer will be here? Summer is a different animal. It’s fun having your kids home, a more relaxed schedule, and planning adventures. One of my favorite podcasts, The Lazy Genius, asked a very important question that we will dive into today: what can you do now that will make summer easier…
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The transition to summer is a great time to kickstart your decluttering efforts. Here are 10 myths about decluttering holding you back, and some mindset shifts to help you stop believing them so you can get back on track! Related Episodes Mentioned: Episode 4: THIS is Why You Don’t Have the Time to Declutter Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with…
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Summer is coming my friends! Summer is a different animal than the rest of the year. Our rhythms change, our schedule changes, logistics change, and most everything else. It's a good time to slow things down, and make room for other things. I heard a speaker, Emily Ley talking about how she created the “how to be a person camp” and it took off! I l…
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Do you feel like you're constantly in survival mode? Do you wish you could calm the chaos and finally live more intentionally? Taking a personal inventory may be the key to taking stock of where you're at right now, understanding your needs, and then moving forward on a path of sustainable self-care. Today's guest is Kari Davis from The Well - Heal…
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Summer is almost upon us my friends! School is coming to an end. It’s the middle of May, life is crazy. You might be starting to think about your summer plans and the fact that soon your children will be home all day, every day, eating snacks and crying that they are bored. While you are desperately trying to get work done, meet deadlines, and be p…
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Summer is right around the corner. Are you ready? Today I'm sharing the 3 things I'm NOW to simplify and prepare for an amazing summer! 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 53: Cleaning Doesn't Have to b…
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We are definitely in a season of spring and refresh! As we inch closer to summer and kids start counting down the days to summer, and we start counting down the days until our schedule drastically changes, it is important to evaluate our time. We know that when summer hits our schedule and our time will look different. In preparation for our kids t…
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Did you know that the 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)? If your home is filled to the brim with toys - most of which your kids never touch - then a toy library may be a solution for you! Lisa Bourven is mom of two and was a stay-at-ho…
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Welcome to MayCember! Its that crazing time of year when everything happens! School honors awards, end of year sports awards, teacher appreciation, concerts, productions, etc. All the things! It’s just like Christmas, but no presents at the end! So how do you get through it without pulling out your hair? Good question! Today we will talk about six …
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Why are some people more emotionally attached to stuff than others? The key may be our attachment styles that were developed from infancy and childhood. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the four attachment styles, how they impact our relationships as an adult, and three reasons why an insecure attachment style may play a part in emotional atta…
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It’s Maycember, are you feeling burned out yet? It’s that end of school season when all the parties, performances, sports events, shows, awards, teacher gifts, and everything gets jammed into the last few weeks before school is out! This idea of re-evaluating priorities can not come at a better time! It's the season of spring, and that means cleani…
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Many of the mamas in the Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Facebook community have shared that they struggle with ADHD, and many have been recently diagnosed. In fact, Epic Research recently reported that the percentage of adult women who were newly diagnosed nearly doubled in the U.S. between 2020 and 2022. ADHD impacts attention, focus, and impulsive beh…
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We are heading into spring! As we do so I wanted to help us think about ways we could declutter not just physical spaces, but also mental and even emotional clutter. Oftentimes we focus on decluttering the physical things that we can see, but so often we need to declutter our mental spaces as well. It's easy to focus on the physical things because …
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Is it challenging to get your home management systems to “stick”? Do you get excited to try something new, it works for a few weeks, and then life happens and your systems go off the rails? I got you, mama! In today’s episode I’m diving into 5 simple home management systems you can actually stick with to help your home - and your life - run smoothl…
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Do you feel overwhelmed at all the day to day tasks? Keeping everything together, managing all the things, remembering all the things, staying on top of all the tasks and things can be overwhelming! In this episode I want to give you some practical easy household tips to help you feel less overwhelmed and exhausted. If you have a notebook handy fee…
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Do you struggle with intense premenstrual symptoms including mood changes, irritability, depression, anxiety, and physical symptoms that prevent you from engaging in your normal life? Depending on the severity of your symptoms, you may have Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), which affects 31 million people worldwide. PMDD is a chronic, debilit…
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It feels like we all wear a badge of exhaustion and overwhelm as moms, whether we work full time, part time, or volunteer. If you ask anyone how they are doing they will probably say “crazy busy.” Our society values productivity, time management, goals, achievement etc. We all know that if we continue at this pace of more, more, more, it will just …
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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 …
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It feels like we all wear a badge of exhaustion and overwhelm as moms, whether we work or not. If you ask anyone how they are doing they will probably say “crazy busy.” Our society values productivity, time management, goals, achievement etc. We all know that if we continue at this pace of more, more, more, it will just lead to burn out: physically…
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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 prof…
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Being a mom as we all know takes work, and it can feel lonely and weary at times. We do so many of the same tasks in and out. It can seem like a never ending merry-go-round of routines, meals, cleaning, laundry, making lunches, driving carpool, working on homework etc. So what is the one thing that all tired, weary moms need that can flip the switc…
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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 …
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Oftentimes we feel invisible as moms, or that our work, and day to day tasks don’t really matter. We do the same things day after day, and get little or no appreciation or praise. Usually it’s the opposite, we feeling exhausted, drained, overwhelmed, mentally tired, and run down by the end of the day. But I’m here to let you in on a little secret, …
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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 t…
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Do you feel frantic as you try to get out the door every morning? Maybe your kids continuously forget things or you feel frustrated that you are always late. It can feel like an accomplishment to just get kids to school, right?! If you are looking for an easier non yelling, calmer, and more peaceful morning then you are in the right place. Your mor…
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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 c…
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Are you struggling with worry or anxiety or overwhelm? I’m so glad you are listening today. We are going to talk through six mentally calming habits that I encourage my clients to fit into their schedule. My clients and I work together to make sure that they have time to do the things that light them up and that decrease worry, anxiety and overwhel…
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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 firs…
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Are you frustrated trying to find time to declutter? Do you feel overwhelmed by your stuff? As working moms its hard to find the time to declutter. Our weeks are filled with projects, work, managing our home, taking kids to school, helping with homework, meal planning, attending sports games. The list goes one and on, so when do we have time to dec…
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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 tr…
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Do you feel guilty at the idea of ordering take out again? It can be a struggle to get healthy food on the table. As busy moms it’s easy to get in a rut or to throw up our hands at the end of the day. How many times are you deep into a project and finally finish up to realize it’s time for dinner and you have no clue what you’re cooking? You open t…
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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, ove…
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Do you find it next to impossible to fit in a workout? Do you constantly feel guilty about not working out? Are you frustrated at not having the time to workout? Are you jealous of other moms that make it look so easy? Working out can be hard, and fitting it into your already busy schedule can be even more challenging. In this episode we talk about…
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