Moms Overcoming Overwhelm | Decluttering Tips, Declutter, Systems, Routines for Moms, Home Organization
*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 solutions to declutter your home, head, and heart. If you’re ready to reclaim your precious resources of time, energy, attention, and focus and create the motherhood and life you want on YOUR terms - this podcast is for you.
Hi, I’m Emily - a wife, #boymom, and simplicity seeker. I struggled to get pregnant and felt completely overwhelmed - until I discovered decluttering could create the physical and emotional space I needed to become a mom.
Now, two kids later, I’ve transformed my life and motherhood by developing simple systems around decluttering, capsule wardrobes, kids stuff, cleaning and tidying, meal planning, time management, and more- and I can’t wait to share them with you!
If you’re ready to reclaim the time and energy you crave, be present with your kids, and finally enjoy the life and motherhood you SO deserve - let’s kick overwhelm to the curb, shall we?
Grab your lukewarm coffee, your notebook and pen, and clear off some counter space! Let’s do this.
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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 at www.tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm
Step 2: Become an Insider by receiving the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms newsletter at https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile
Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
*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 solutions to declutter your home, head, and heart. If you’re ready to reclaim your precious resources of time, energy, attention, and focus and create the motherhood and life you want on YOUR terms - this podcast is for you.
Hi, I’m Emily - a wife, #boymom, and simplicity seeker. I struggled to get pregnant and felt completely overwhelmed - until I discovered decluttering could create the physical and emotional space I needed to become a mom.
Now, two kids later, I’ve transformed my life and motherhood by developing simple systems around decluttering, capsule wardrobes, kids stuff, cleaning and tidying, meal planning, time management, and more- and I can’t wait to share them with you!
If you’re ready to reclaim the time and energy you crave, be present with your kids, and finally enjoy the life and motherhood you SO deserve - let’s kick overwhelm to the curb, shall we?
Grab your lukewarm coffee, your notebook and pen, and clear off some counter space! Let’s do this.
***
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 at www.tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm
Step 2: Become an Insider by receiving the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms newsletter at https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile
Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering coaching! www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
Episodes
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
What if your family’s values could help you feel calmer, more connected, and less overwhelmed—especially when life feels chaotic?
This week, I’m joined by Adriane Thompson, certified parenting coach and founder of Raising Kids with Purpose. Adriane helps parents understand the why behind their child’s behavior and build a home culture rooted in connection.
As a mom of three neurodivergent boys, Adriane knows firsthand how challenging it can be to stay grounded when emotions run high. She shares how defining her family’s values—like safety and kindness—became an anchor point during meltdowns, transitions, and everyday stress.
In this episode, Adriane walks us through:🌿 Why defining your family values gives you a “home base” when things feel messy or unpredictable🌿 How to host a fun family meeting (yes, pizza can be involved!) to define your core values🌿 Practical ideas for weaving those values into daily routines—like creating rituals, songs, or reflection moments with your kids
My favorite takeaway? You’re probably already living out your family’s values—you just may not have written them down yet. Once you name them, it’s so much easier to align your time, energy, and parenting choices with what truly matters most.
Adriane is a certified parenting coach living in Surprise, Arizona, with her husband, three energetic boys, and two Aussiedoodles. She’s passionate about helping parents navigate challenges with a connection-based approach. Adriane has a talent for breaking down complex topics like neurodevelopment, emotional regulation, attachment, and family culture into relatable and impactful strategies.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Adriane on her blog, Instagram, and Facebook
Grab her FREE family values and goal setting toolkit
The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigal
How to Define and Discover Your Family Values
6 Genius Ways to Make Your Family Values Stick
Related Episodes:
Episode 44: 8 Important Values Decluttering Teaches Our Kids
Episode 96: How to Live “By Design” Rather than “By Desire” to Combat Stress and Overwhelm in Motherhood - with Barb RavelingEpisode 172: Clear Relational Clutter, Regulate Your Emotions, and Resolve Family Conflict Using the Connection Codes - with Tera Wages
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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)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
210 // My 10 Favorite Tools for Keeping My Home Organized and Clutter-Free
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
These ten tools are the things in my home that help me the most in staying clutter-free. Remember - you don’t need to go to The Container Store to buy a bunch of bins!
Resources Mentioned:
1 Inbox Tray (or vertical file storage)
2 ScanSnap scanner
3 Amazon Basics Shredder
4 Artwork purgatory
5 Label Maker
6 OXO Pop Top Containers
7 Caddy for daily toiletries
8 Amazon boxes for storage/drawer dividers
9 Trashie Take Back bags + Tech Bags
10 "Just for me" box/keepsake boxes for kids' memories
Here's a video about how to use Apple Notes to scan and organize your documents if you're an Apple/iPhone user.
BONUS: Research local resources for donating and recycling - Buy Nothing groups, library for book donations, Staples for e-recycling/school supplies, and more.
Related Episodes:
Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine
Episode 115: 5 Must-Have Bins That Keep My Home Clutter-Free
Episode 208: The 13 Apps that Keep Me Organized and 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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
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 sixth 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:✨ How to raise resilient kids in a digital age
✨ Practical ways to set screen time boundaries (without constant battles!)
✨ Tips for stress-free fall + holiday planning
✨ Simple family traditions that bring more peace and connection
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
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
So many of us feel like we’re always behind, convinced that the right planner or app will finally fix our schedules. But as Anna Dearmon Kornick - time management coach, author of Time Management Essentials: The Tools You Need to Maximize Your Attention, Energy, and Productivity , and host of the It’s About Time podcast - explains, true time management doesn’t start with hacks. It starts with clarity on what matters most.
In this conversation, Anna and I dive into productivity pitfalls, the myth of multitasking, and practical tools like time blocking, creating an ideal week, and simple weekly planning sessions. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, distracted, or like your priorities are slipping through the cracks, this episode is packed with encouragement and strategies to help you manage your time with purpose.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why purpose — rooted in your vision and values — is the foundation of time management
How time blocking helps combat Parkinson’s Law, the planning fallacy, and context switching
Why creating an “ideal week” matters more than aiming for a “perfect day”
Five essential routines that support a well-managed life
A step-by-step approach to weekly planning — even when you’re overwhelmed
More about Anna:A true Louisiana firecracker who has become known for making time management fun, Anna helps busy professionals and business owners struggling with overwhelm manage their time using her personality-driven HEART Method.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Anna Dearmon Kornick:
Website: annadkornick.com
Podcast: It’s About Time
Book: Time Management Essentials: The Tools You Need to Maximize Your Attention, Energy, and Productivity
Instagram: @annadkornick
Join the It’s About Time Challenge
Related Episodes:
Episode 37: Take Control of Your Time and Be a More Intentional Mom with Julie Redmond from Mom Made PlansEpisode 166: Why Compassionate Time Management Matters - with Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius
Episode 195: Secrets of Supermoms: Master Work-Life Balance, Boost Your Energy, Find True Rest, and Expect the Unexpected - with Lori Oberbroeckling
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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)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
208 // The 13 Apps that Keep Me Organized and Clutter-Free
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
I’ve been pursuing minimalism and simplicity for over a decade, and today I’m sharing the 13 apps that have been the most important in keeping me organized and my home (and life!) clutter-free!
Resources Mentioned:
1. Apple Notes - here’s a video about how I use Apple Notes to scan and organize my kids’ artwork
2. AnyList - in my weekly newsletter I share my favorite recipe of the week, all of which I keep in AnyList!
3. Google Calendar - I do a hybrid of paper planner and Google Calendar, as recommended by Chelsi Jo Moore from Systemize Your Life
4. ChatGPT
5. Opal
6. Apple Photos/Google Photos - I do the daily delete (recommended by Ms. Freddy)
7. Meistertask
8. Kindle/Libby
9. 1Password
10. Timer on the Clock app
11. Reminders
12. Apple Podcasts - some of my favorites podcasts include Systemize Your Life, It's About Time, and Wannabe Clutter Free, and my decluttering playlists
13. Spotify - here’s my secular and Christian-based decluttering playlists!
BONUS: News Feed Eradicator for Google Chrome
Related Episodes: Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine
Episode 186: Simple Steps to Get Your Digital Life Organized - with Shawn Lemon from The Digital Organizer
Episode 94: 5 Productivity Hacks to Help You Stay on Top of Your Day with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom
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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 Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile
Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (metro DC area only): https://simplebyemmy.com/workwithme/
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Clutter isn’t just about messy closets or overstuffed drawers—it impacts our time, energy, emotions, and even our spiritual well-being. In this episode, I’m joined by professional organizer and author Robyn Reynolds, who shares wisdom from her book What Is Your Clutter Costing You? and offers practical strategies for breaking free from the stress clutter creates.
We dive into:
How clutter fuels a stress cycle that steals our time and focus
The connection between physical clutter, mental clutter, and productivity
Why clutter leaves us feeling drained—and how to reclaim our energy
The concept of “residential productivity” and how mental clutter disrupts home management
Practical steps for starting and finishing a decluttering project without overwhelm
The metaphysical and spiritual significance of clutter, and how decluttering can become a form of self-care
Robyn Reynolds, CPO®, was destined to organize—long before she even knew it could be a career. What began as a passion for tidying up her own spaces "just for fun" eventually evolved into Organize2Harmonize, a thriving professional organizing business . Today, Robyn is a Certified Professional Organizer, published author, and sought-after expert in the organizing world. Whether she’s working with celebrities or families, Robyn brings a mix of professionalism, heart, and harmony to every project.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Robyn on her website and Instagram
Pre-order her book What is Your Clutter Costing You? here
If you want to enjoy the free workbook, e-mail your proof of purchase to the publisher at marketing@mangopublishinggroup.com and they will send it to you!
🚨GIVEAWAY ALERT!🚨
It’s my birthday AND the 3-year anniversary of the podcast, and I’m having a giveaway of two $50 Amazon gift cards to celebrate!To enter the giveaway, please leave a 5-star written review in Apple Podcasts (only if you haven’t left one before), a rating/comment in Spotify. Here’s a tutorial on how to leave a written review in Apple Podcasts. ORshare it with a friend via text or social media!Screen shot the review BEFORE you submit a review (as it can take a few days to show up in Apple Podcasts) OR after you share with your friend and e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com before 8 PM EST on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 to be eligible.
The winners will be announced on the next episode on Thursday, September 18. Good luck!
Related Episodes:
Episode 7: Stop Wasting Time Looking for Stuff in Your Home! Follow This Simple Rule Instead
Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing From You? The 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom
Episode 19: Exhausted and Burnt Out with NO Energy to Declutter as a Busy Mom? You Probably Aren’t Asking Yourself This Simple Question
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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
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
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 fifth 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!
Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT!
***
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
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
206 // 5 Uncomfortable Truths About Clutter You Need to Hear
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Today is about tough love - I’m sharing five uncomfortable truths about clutter you need to hear today to start (or restart) your decluttering journey. The truth may hurt, but I’m here to help! Join the free Facebook group to participate in our bi-weekly decluttering challenges!
Resources Mentioned:
New decluttering challenge starts next week in the free Facebook group
Related Episodes:
Episode 157: 7 Cognitive Biases That Cause Clutter (and What Do Do About Them)
Episode 159: Say NO to Fall Hauls! 6 Cognitive Biases That Cause You to Buy (and What to Do About Them)
Episode 8: Is Clutter Stealing from You? 4 Things You Can Reclaim Now Even as a Busy Mom
Episode 204: Hate to Feel Wasteful? 3 Ways You Brain Tricks You Into Keeping What You Don’t Need
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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
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
205 // Master the Mundane: Thriving as a Mom with ADHD - with Amy Marie Hann
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
If you’re a mom with ADHD (or parenting kids with ADHD), daily life can feel like constant overcommitment, burnout, and chaos. But what if instead of pushing harder, you learned to strategically parent your brain?
In this conversation, I’m joined by Amy Marie Hann—author of Master the Mundane: How to Manage Your Life, Home, and Family as a Mom with ADHD which comes out September 10, 2025. Diagnosed at five with ADHD and raising three neurodivergent kids, Amy brings both lived experience and practical strategies for building rhythms that actually work for the ADHD brain.
Together we talk about:
The differences between the boredom zone, depletion zone, ADHD burnout, and activation zone—and how to recognize which one you’re in
Why urgency feels motivating but creates unnecessary chaos in everyday life (and what to do instead)
What “executive function capacity” is, and how to “budget” it like a bank account
How to use the Daily 3 to keep life moving even on burnout or low-energy days
A realistic plan for balancing novelty with capacity so you don’t overcommit
How to ditch “rage decluttering” and instead create sustainable habits for your home
If you’ve ever felt like your ADHD brain is working against you, this episode will help you see that it’s not broken - it just needs the right strategies and support to thrive.
About Amy:Amy Marie Hann is the author of Master the Mundane: How to Manage Your Life, Home, and Family as a Mom with ADHD. Diagnosed with ADHD at age five, she’s now a mom of three, a foster and adoptive parent, and a homeschooling mom who has navigated life with ADHD alongside her husband, kids, dad, and sister. Amy believes the ADHD brain is uniquely designed to bring good to the world—and that the greatest gift moms can give their ADHD kids is modeling what it looks like to thrive.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Amy on her website, Instagram, and pre-order her new book (so you can get all the fun free gifts!)
Learn more about the Master the Mundane Course + Community
Related Episodes:
Episode 124: The Rise of ADHD in Women and How to Be More Productive When Focus is a Challenge - with Alicia Cohen
Episode 192: Get (and Stay) Organized as a Mom with ADHD - with Jaclyn Paul
Episode 199: You’re Not Failing! How Moms with ADHD Need to Approach Decluttering Differently - with Stacey Hutson and Stephanie Sprenger from The Mother Plus Podcast
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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
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Do you struggle to let go of things because you see a potential use for them?Do you keep things in your house because you don’t want them ending up in the landfill?
While our desire not to be wasteful is often rooted in positive values such as resourcefulness, frugality, and environmental responsibility, there are three cognitive biases that skew these values to cause us to hold onto what is no longer serving us.
In today’s episode, we’ll dive into them and teach you how to reframe your thoughts so you can make decluttering easier.
Resources Mentioned:
Find your local Buy Nothing group
I was inspired by the book The Hoarder In You by Dr. Robin Zasio when preparing this episode.
Related Episodes:
Episode 157: 7 Cognitive Biases That Cause Clutter (and What Do Do About Them)
Episode 129: Stop Believing These 10 Myths and Get Back on Track with Decluttering
Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go
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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

Hi, I'm Emily!
I'm a wife, boy mom, and a simplicity seeker. I love writing poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar! (Don't judge :))
My podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm provides proven and practical solutions to help you declutter your home, head, and heart.
Don't forget to join the free Facebook group where we do bi-weekly decluttering challenges! And if you want more support, check out my 1:1 decluttering coaching services.
On the journey with you,
Emily









