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

If you’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed, it’s hard to get out of the negative thought spiral. What if there was a simple phrase that could pull you out of your circumstances and help you focus on the present moment?On today’s episode, Heather O’Brien and I speak about the simple phrase she uses and how you can implement this practice of gratitude in your own life.
Heather is a prophetic healing coach, minister, author, and speaker. She helps Christians heal with God from trauma, anxiety, and depression by hearing God's voice. She is the host of a top 5% globally ranked podcast, Heal with God. She believes with God's help, you can forgive the unforgivable & heal from trauma.
This is a faith-forward episode, but even for those who are not Christians, I know that our discussion of how to use present moment gratitude to combat anxiety will be a blessing to you.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Heather on her website, podcast, Instagram, and Facebook
Grab Heather’s free 7-Day Mental Makeover Challenge!
My recent interview on Heather’s podcast
 
Related Episodes:
Episode 17: Decluttering Our Self-Talk with Julia Ubbenga from Rich in What Matters
Episode 99: Master Mental Clutter in Four Simple Steps
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
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
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Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
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Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms
Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm
 
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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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

174 // Declutter Your Home with my TRANSFORM Method

Need to declutter but paralyzed about not knowing how to start? My TRANSFORM system is the exact process I use in my home and with my clients! Let’s transform your home in 2025 together!
Resources Mentioned:
Decluttering Mindset Playlist (will continue to be updated)
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Related Episodes:
Episode 115:  5 Must-Have Bins That Keep My Home Clutter-Free
Episode 133: The Exact Step-by-Step Process I Use to Declutter My Home in Less Time
Episode 163: Overwhelmed by Clutter? Take Action with My “5-S” Formula!
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms
Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm
 
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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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

Instead of an all-or-nothing approach to habits in 2025, what if we took an atomic approach specifically designed for women? What if we celebrated the small wins in our health, relationships, finances, and other areas of our lives?
Today I’m joined by Emily Nichols, host of Habit Hack Your Health - a top ranked podcast that helps working moms habit hack their health in less time, guilt free. From her own struggles and working with 100s of moms as a personal trainer since 2016, Emily found that women need a more habit based approach to their wellness in order for it to be sustainable. No more diets or quick fixes, but a system that allows you to train for life instead.
We chat about why an atomic approach is so important for sustainable behavioral change and how we can incorporate atomic habits into our busy days as moms!
Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included):
Connect with Emily on her podcast and Instagram
Get a free 7 day trial to her Training for Life App here
Atomic Habits by James Clear
New decluttering challenge starts on January 6th in the Facebook group. Request to join here by answering the three membership questions. Hope to see you there!
Related Episodes:
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
Episode 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

When we are constantly overwhelmed and in reactive mode, how can we effectively manage our emotions and connect with ourselves and those around us?
Tera Wages, CEO of The Connection Codes, is here to help. In this episode she explains how using a tool that takes just 4 minutes a day can help you transform your relationships with your spouse and kids.
We also chat about how to get our family on board with the Codes we can express our negative emotions in a healthy without making our kids feel responsible for making us happy.
Tera is a wife, mom of 4, podcast host and CEO of The Connection Codes. She is passionate about empowering others to regulate their emotions with simple, practical tools. She helps women who feel overwhelmed and tired sort through the mess in their minds, leading to more energy, more clarity, and more joy.
Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included):
Learn more about Dr. Glenn and Phyllis Hill’s work at the Connection Codes and get your Core Emotions Wheel for free here.
Connect with Tera on The Connection Codes Podcast or Instagram.
Read The Connection Codes
It’s Not About the Nail video
Related Episodes:
Episode 51: 7 Steps to Declutter Challenging Relationships and Become a Boundary Boss with Jen Rogers from Bold & Blended StepmomsEpisode 84: Simple Techniques to Build Emotional Resilience to Combat Overwhelm and Dysregulation with Michelle Grosser from The Calm Mom Podcast
Episode 102: Chronic People-Pleaser? Declutter Your Need to Please with Mikki Gardner from Co-Parenting with Confidence
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources
Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms
Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm
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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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

When it comes to living a clutter-free, intentional life, we often start with our physical belongings. But being intentional is so much more than stuff and can be applied to every area of our lives.
In Shira Gill’s new book LifeStyled: Your Guide to a More Organized & Intentional Life, she provides a holistic view about how to reduce volume, create systems, and implement habits across a variety of life domains. We talk about how to find freedom in “lowering the bar”, how to silence the voices of comparison and mom guilt, and how she has redefined “enough” in her minimalism journey.
Shira Gill is a globally recognized home organizing expert and bestselling author with a minimalist philosophy. She has inspired thousands of people to clear clutter from their homes and lives, and developed a process and toolkit that applies to anyone, regardless of budget, space, or lifestyle. 
She is the author of Minimalista, Organized Living, and LifeStyled, and has been featured in 100+ print and media outlets including Good Morning America, Architectural Digest,  Vogue, Real Simple, and The New York Times. 
Her popular newsletter has subscribers from all 50 states and 140 countries! 
Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included):
Check out Shira’s books Minimalista, Organized Living, and LifeStyled
Connect with Shira on her website or Instagram.
Related Episodes:
Episode 169: Finding Contentment in a World of Comparison with Courtney Florey from Declutter and Dwell
Episode 72: Declutter Your Schedule for a More Intentional Motherhood with Sasha Star Robertson
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
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

Hosting for the holidays? Freaking out because your home is a disaster zone? Don’t fret! Follow these 5 steps to get ready for holiday guests FAST!
Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anything else we talk about on the podcast? You can now leave me a voice message here. Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that says START RECORDING. Who knows, your question may be answered on an upcoming episode!
Related Episodes:
Episode 53: Cleaning Doesn't Have to be Overwhelming! 8 Ways to Make it Stress-Free
Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms
Episode 115: 5 Must-Have Bins That Keep My Home Clutter-Free
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

Today is Thanksgiving in the U.S., where we give thanks for all our blessings and remember what matters most. Unfortunately, we are still heavily influenced by ads that bombard us multiple times a day and the unrelenting comparison that plagues us due to social media and not feeling "enough". 
How do we cultivate contentment in a world of comparison? How do we see ourselves as "enough" when it comes to our stuff, our roles, and the stories we tell ourselves?Today my guest, Courtney Florey, and I discuss these topics and much more!
Courtney Florey is a military wife, boy mom, & Decluttering Coach who is passionate about helping moms find contentment in life through decluttering their homes. Her heart is to help moms find freedom in letting go of things they no longer need while forming meaningful relationships with moms along the way, because life is better when it's lived together.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Courtney on her website or on Instagram
Join Courtney’s Decide to Declutter 3 Day Email Series
Related Episodes:
Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home
Episode 146: “Don’t Cause Your Own Chaos” - Reduce Your Overwhelm, Find Contentment, and Embrace Your Season of Motherhood - with Andrea DekkerEpisode 168: Embracing Slow Living and Cultivating Contentment in a Hustle-Driven World - with Stephanie O’Dea
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

As we snowball to the end of 2024, how can we slow down and find contentment? How can we Simple Look Only Within and shut out the voices of comparison?
Stephanie O’Dea, New York Times best-selling author and host of the Slow Living podcast, is sharing how a slow lifestyle can bring you peace and ease and how we can opt-out of hustle culture as overwhelmed moms. Her newest book, Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World is now available wherever books are sold.
Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included):
Connect with Stephanie on her website, Instagram, and her podcast.
Purchase her book Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World
Related Episodes:
Episode 112: Opt Out of Mom Guilt and Let Go of “Either/Or” Thinking - with Stephanie O’Dea
Episode 166: Why Compassionate Time Management Matters - with Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

167 // 15 Decluttering Rules To Help You Conquer the Chaos

Feeling stuck and unmotivated to declutter? Pick one (or more) of these 15 rules to help you declutter your home more effectively. My personal favorites are the 12-12-12 and the 90/90 rules!
Resources Mentioned:
Want to find the podcast episodes that will be most helpful for you? Join the Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Facebook group for accountability and access to my podcast catalog. Also coming soon for group members - personalized playlists targeted for your specific needs!
An article about the 12-12-12 rule by Julianna Poplin from The Simplicity Habit
The Minimalists’ Minimalist Rulebook - download yours for free
Gretchen Rubin’s One-Minute Rule
Related Episodes:
Episode 163: Overwhelmed by Clutter? Take Action with My “5-S” Formula!
Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine
Episode 24: Instead of “Does it Spark Joy?” Ask These 4 Questions to Help You Declutter
Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts
Episode 55: Is Your Closet Overflowing with Clothes You Never Wear? Try These 5 Decluttering Hacks
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

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

Do you feel like a failure because you are constantly behind?
Do you have a stack of planners collecting dust and a to-do list that overwhelms you?
You don’t need to hustle. You don’t need to “crush” the day.
What you need - what we all need - is a disruption to the toxic productivity paradigm.
In Kendra Adachi’s compassionate time management approach, we have it!
In this episode, Kendra shares her PLAN system that is built on the foundation of knowing what matters most to you in this season and supported by integration, our ability to pivot, and above all being kind to ourselves. I know you will be blessed by our conversation!
Kendra is the New York Times bestselling author of The Lazy Genius Way, The Lazy Genius Kitchen, and The PLAN. and host of the nationally-ranked The Lazy Genius Podcast. As an expert in compassionate time management, Kendra helps others stop doing it all for the sake of doing what matters. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and three kids.
Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included):
Connect with Kendra on her website, where you can learn more about her books The Lazy Genius Way, The Lazy Genius Kitchen, and The PLAN.
Listen to The Lazy Genius Podcast
Sign up for The Lazy Letter, Kendra’s monthly newsletter
Related Episodes:
Episode 117: Declutter the Mental Load of Motherhood by Following My 5-Step System
Episode 78: Intentional Planning to Combat Overwhelm with Sarah Horgan From Simple + Intentional
Episode 162: How to Successfully Set and Reach Goals - Even as an Overwhelmed Mom - with Gabe Cox from Red Hot Mindset
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Learn -＞ https://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 and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching