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234 // Escaping Quicksand: Proven Strategies to Overcome Overwhelm - with Lisa Woodruff from Organize 365

Between the overwhelming mental load, the endless to-do list, and a disorganized home that keeps you caught in chaos - do you ever feel like you’re drowning…in quicksand?In her new book, Escaping Quicksand: 10 Steps to Overcome the Overwhelm of Modern Homelife, Lisa Woodruff shares an important, yet painful truth:“No one is coming to save you, and you must figure out how to save yourself.”
In this conversation, we dive into some of the ten strategies she shares in her book, including how to:- observe times where we are annoyed or irritated as opportunities to find a better way to utilize our time- shift our mindset to working on our households rather than just in them to make us effective and strategic household CEO’s- understand the difference between perfectionism and excellence and how it is a game-changer in your home- implement Lisa’s effective Sunday Basket method
Lisa Woodruff is the founder & CEO of Organize 365. She is also the author of the new book Escaping Quicksand: 10 Steps to Overcome the Overwhelm of Modern Homelife, which releases on June 23, 2026.
Lisa and 87% of Americans believe organization is a learnable skill. Yet less than 18% of those same Americans feel they are organized. As the host of the top-rated Organize 365 Podcast, with 24 million downloads & counting, Lisa shares strategies for reducing the overwhelm, clearing the mental clutter, and living a productive and organized life.
Resources Mentioned:
Pre-order the book here so you can enjoy perks like the Escaping Quicksand book club where Lisa shares the audio chapters of her book and you can join a community to discuss your progress.
Listen to Lisa’s Organize 365 podcast, or connect with her on Instagram or LinkedIn
Related Episodes:
Episode 117: Declutter the Mental Load of Motherhood by Following My 5-Step System
Episode 184: Intentional Rhythms to STOP the Chronic Overwhelm & Overstimulation in Motherhood - with KyAnn Molina
Episode 12: Say Goodbye to Perfectionism and Declutter with Confidence with Sarah from Simple + Intentional
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 12

I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
It’s the 12th episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E!
In this episode we are talking all about a Spring Refresh!
Grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us as we chat about:✨ Strategies for organizing your home and cleaning (without doing FULL ON spring cleaning)
✨ Decluttering our families’ schedules
✨ Digital decluttering tools …and more!
Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT!
 
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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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area only)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

233 // Listener Question: What Do I Do With Gifts I Don’t Want From Loved Ones Who Guilt Me Into Keeping Them?

When you receive a gift you KNOW you’ll never use, it’s hard to know what to do…especially when that person is always visiting or asking you where it is! In today’s episode I’m walking you through how to navigate these difficult conversations while holding your ground and keeping your home clutter-free!
Resources Mentioned:
Get my weekly newsletter with decluttering tips, resources, favorite recipes, and more! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/newsletter.
 
Related Episodes:
Episode 14: Is Your Family Pressuring You Into Holding Onto Stuff You Don’t Want? Say Goodbye to Guilt with These 3 Tips
 
Episode 59: Your 5-Step Plan to Declutter Unwanted Gifts Guilt-Free
 
Episode 228: How to Navigate Gift-Giving with Generous Family Members - with Small Space Coach Khrystyne Jaspers
 
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

232 // The Secret to Finding Decluttering Motivation That Sticks - with Shannon Leyko

You have trash bags in hand. You’re ready to tackle that closet, the playroom, that PLACE that’s been driving you nuts. But after a few hours, you’re exhausted. And you’ve barely made a dent. How can you find the motivation to continue when decluttering is SO hard sometimes?In this episode I’m thrilled to chat with Shannon Leyko from the Paring Down Podcast all about how to find and sustain motivation and enthusiasm when it comes to decluttering. She shares the three steps to finding your deepest why and how enthusiasm for the process of decluttering - not just the outcome - can help us (and our family) stay motivated.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Shannon on her website and Instagram
Grab her free Know Your Why Worksheet here
Shift: Managing Your Emotions--So They Don't Manage You by Ethan Cross
 
Related Episodes:
Episode 61: 5 Questions to Get You Unstuck on Your Decluttering Journey
Episode 91: Unmotivated to Declutter? 10 Shocking Statistics That Will Make You Think Differently About Your StuffEpisode 154: Get Motivated to Declutter with These Simple Steps - with Deanna Yates from Wannabe Clutter Free
Episode 189: Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

231 // 10 Simple Ways I Keep My Home (and Mind) Clutter-Free

I have been on a minimalist path for 11 years now. These are the 10 simple, tried-and-true ways I’ve kept my home (and mind) clutter-free.
Resources Mentioned:
Find your local Buy Nothing groupAnyList for shopping lists, meal planning, and more
Unroll.me for unsubscribing from e-mails
The Daily Delete - a system for digital photo clutter by Ms. Freddy
 
Related Episodes:
Episode 210: My 10 Favorite Tools for Keeping My Home Organized and Clutter-FreeEpisode 208: The 13 Apps that Keep Me Organized and Clutter-Free
Episode 115: 5 Must-Have Bins That Keep My Home Clutter-Free
Episode 224: STOP Wasting Your Time! Follow The 3 Phases of Decluttering To Succeed Long-Term
 
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

230 // How 20 Outfits Can Transform Your Wardrobe (and Your Life) - with Lauren Morley

Do you have a closet full of clothes but “nothing to wear”?Is getting dressed in the morning time-consuming and frustrating? Perhaps it’s not the clothes…it’s your system.Today I’m speaking to Lauren Morley, the creator of the 20 Outfit Wardrobe, an easy to implement system that helps women get dressed in minutes, feel put together every day, and stop constantly shopping.We speak about how the system works, the numerous benefits, where to start, and what to do if you feel like 20 outfits is too restrictive or impossible for your season of life.
Resources Mentioned:Connect with Lauren on Instagram or on her website Save 10% off her eGuide, Style Guides, or course using the code OVERWHELM10 at checkout.
Mention me when purchasing a custom package for 10% off as well!
Related Episodes:
Episode 20: The Overwhelmed Mom’s Guide to a Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Steps to Calm Closet ChaosEpisode 33: Edit Your Closet Without FOTO (Fear of Throwing Out) with Jennifer Mackey-Mary from Everyday StyleEpisode 108: The Simple, Stress-Free Way to Edit Your Wardrobe with Emily Conley from The Minimal-ish Mama
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E) Episode 11

I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
It’s the eleventh episode of Coffee and Tea with M&E!
We talk about what didn’t work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh!
Grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us as we chat about:✨ Strategies for keeping your sanity and getting work done when kids are home unexpectedly (hello, snow days!)
✨ Creating a loose plan and structure NOW for the summer if you can’t do the full-time camp thing
✨ Helping kids navigate transitions, like new schools or moving
Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT!
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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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area only)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

229 // How to Declutter Kids' Clothes (When You're Behind on Laundry)

Robyn asks: “My kids’ clothes need downsized. I can’t seem to get all the clothes clean so I can go through it all and get rid of a bunch. Going to a laundromat right now isn’t an option for me with my chronic health issues. So…with clean clothes and dirty clothes all over the place, do you have any suggestions?”In today’s episode, I share six steps to declutter kids clothes (or your own!) - even if you are behind on laundry.
Resources Mentioned:
Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Support Newsletter here!
Related Episodes:
Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System
Episode 55: Is Your Closet Overflowing with Clothes You Never Wear? Try These 5 Decluttering HacksEpisode 196: 3 Simple Steps to Declutter Your Closets (Room-by-Room Series)
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

228 // How to Navigate Gift-Giving with Generous Family Members - with Small Space Coach Khrystyne Jaspers

Do your parents or in-laws bring Dollar Store toys every time they visit?Do they bring toys from your childhood as gifts for your kids? Do you feel guilty letting go of gifts because you’re worried about dishonoring your loved ones?In this episode, I’m chatting with Khrystyne Jaspers - a wife, mom of two, and a small space coach living in a one bedroom in Manhattan. We talk about all things gift-giving - how to navigate conversations with “generous” loved ones, how to approach decluttering with kids, ideas for consumable and experience gifts, and much more!About Khrystyne: Khrystyne has spent her entire adult life in one bedroom apartments around the world. As a small space coach, she has taught thousands on the art of mindful living and how to uncover possibility and sustainability no matter the size of your home. She lives in Manhattan with her two kids and husband in a 1 bedroom apartment.
 
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Khrystyne on her website, Substack and Instagram
Grab her consumable and experience gift guides
Related Episodes:
Episode 59: Your 5-Step Plan to Declutter Unwanted Gifts Guilt-Free
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 14: Is Your Family Pressuring You Into Holding Onto Stuff You Don’t Want? Say Goodbye to Guilt with These 3 Tips
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

227 // Use the VIPER Method to Help Your Kids Declutter Their Rooms - and Keep Them Clutter-Free

Are your kids’ bedrooms disaster zones? Today I’m sharing my 5-step VIPER method to help you declutter with them - without it being a power struggle.
Resources Mentioned:
Join the Facebook group to get support with your decluttering projects!
Related Episodes:
Episode 203: Kids’ Stuff Taking Over Your House? Top Tips for Getting Your Family Involved with Decluttering -  with Laura Forbes CarlinEpisode 198: Decluttering Kids' Bedrooms (Room-by-Room Series)Episode 179: What to Do When Your Kids Want to Keep EVERYTHING
Check out the kids and family playlist for all my episodes about decluttering with kids and other family members.
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I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.
Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com 
Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/
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/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/
 
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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme