Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Declutter, Decluttering, Decluttering Tips, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization

44 // 8 Important Values Decluttering Teaches Our Kids

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
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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

43 // “I thought about getting in my car and never coming back.” One Mom’s Journey to Find Natural Solutions for Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and Overwhelm - with Sarah Carabell

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
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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

42 // Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRST

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
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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

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

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
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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

40 // Too Tired to Tackle Your To-Do List? You’re Probably Not Doing These 3 Things

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
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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

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

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
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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

38 // Work With Your Body and Declutter Faster by Harnessing the Power of Cycle Syncing

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
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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

37 // Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans

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!
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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

36 // Feeling Like “Just” a Mom? 3 Ways Decluttering Reminds You of Who You Are Outside of Motherhood

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!
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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

35 // The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show

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!
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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