If you’re living in a cluttered home, you are most likely saying one (or more) of these phrases. Today I’m sharing what they are - and what you can do if you find yourself saying them! Resources Mentioned: I’m offering limited monthly slots to anyone who wants to work with me 1:1 for a three week period over Voxer (a walkie-talkie app) where I walk you through exactly how to approach spaces in your home and provide customized support and encouragement. The cost is $97 USD. If you’re interested in learning more, e-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com. Related Episodes: Episode 10: The MOST Challenging Type of Clutter for Moms! 4 Kinds of Aspirational Clutter and How to Finally Let Go Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 189: Unmotivated to Declutter? Try the Move-Out and Vacation Declutter Methods to Make Progress Faster *** 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

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 seventh 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:✨ What Emily’s learned about the Fair Play method and how she’s working to implement this in her home with her hubby and kids ✨ How Michelle handles financial management with her kiddos ✨ The challenges of having kids to contribute to the home and strategies that we’re testing ✨ How we’re managing holiday decorations and activities 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 decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area only)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

If you’ve ever felt like the weight of motherhood, work, and life is too much to bear, this episode will help you breathe again. Behavioral science professor and life coach Dr. Amber Curtis joins us to unpack what’s really behind the stress and overwhelm so many moms experience - and how understanding your brain and nervous system can help you reclaim peace, productivity, and joy. Dr. Amber shares her own journey from burnout and near suicide to finding science-backed tools for emotional regulation, self-compassion, and true calm. You’ll walk away with a new understanding of how your brain works under stress, why “just managing your time better” isn’t the answer, and practical ways to start rewiring your responses in the moment. In this episode we talk about: 🧠 Why time management isn’t the real solution to burnout and overwhelm 🧠 How your nervous system drives your stress response — and what it needs to feel safe 🧠 The mental and emotional load of motherhood and how our biology makes us deeply attuned to our children’s emotions 🧠 Attachment theory’s role in how we react to our kids’ “big feelings” 🧠 Neurotags explained: what they are, how they form, and how to change them 🧠 Practical tools to create space between your triggers and responses 🧠 The truth about mindset: you can’t change your thoughts until your nervous system feels safe Dr. Amber Curtis is the CEO of Solutions for Simplicity, a certified life coach, and behavioral science professor who equips overwhelmed women with science-backed strategies to overcome the hidden sources of stress stealing your time and joy. After getting suicidal from the stress of keeping up with her demanding job while raising four young kids, she’s on a mission to make sure no other mom ever burns out like she did. Her coaching, group programs, podcast, and YouTube channel offer proven ways to work with (instead of against!) your brain and body so you can do more, stress less, and be happier. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Dr. Amber Curtis on her website, Instagram, YouTube, and the More Time for Mom PodcastGrab her FREE masterclass 6 Hidden Sources of Stress (& How to FIX Them)Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life by Byron Katie Related Episodes: Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome ThemEpisode 84: Simple Techniques to Build Emotional Resilience to Combat Overwhelm and Dysregulation with Michelle Grosser from The Calm Mom Podcast Episode 202: Say Goodbye to Survival Mode as an Overwhelmed Mom! Become More Resilient Using the Power of Neuroplasticity - with Lisa Roers *** 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

Have you ever decided to tackle a decluttering project, get EVERYTHING out, and as soon as you start wading through the mess, you get interrupted by kids or a work phone call? SO frustrating!In today’s episode, I’m sharing my best tips on how you can get a decluttering win by tackling small, but meaningful spaces! Resources Mentioned: Join the free Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Facebook group Interested in finding out more about working with me virtually 1:1 and having a decluttering coach “in your pocket” for 3 weeks for only $97? E-mail me at info@simplebyemmy.com. I have 3 slots open for November 2025. Related Episodes: Episode 107: No Time to Declutter? 4 Questions You MUST Answer to Find the Time You Need Episode 69: Listener Questions Answered! Where Do I Start Decluttering? I Don’t Have Any Time to Declutter! How Do I Get My Family On Board? Episode 42: Save Time Decluttering By Answering These 3 Questions FIRST *** 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

Does it ever feel like the mental load of home and family life is all on you? In this episode, productivity coach and Certified Fair Play Facilitator Valerie Recore shares practical ways to bring more balance and teamwork into your home — without walking on eggshells, nagging, or carrying the weight alone. Valerie opens up about the moment she realized resentment was creeping in (yes, it involved dirty dishes!) and how she and her husband created a simple system that worked for both of them. She explains how the Fair Play Method helps couples define shared values, set clear standards, and divide household tasks more equitably. You’ll walk away with tangible strategies for: Starting the conversation about sharing household tasks Using the “Minimum Standard of Care” to prevent conflict Making family clean-up time fun and connected Regularly checking in to keep things fair through changing seasons If you’ve ever wished your family could “just see” what needs to be done — this episode will help you start fresh with clarity, teamwork, and peace. About Valerie:Valerie Recore is a productivity coach and Certified Fair Play Method Facilitator. She helps moms share the load with their partners without walking on eggshells, feeling resentful, or constantly nagging. She’s passionate about helping women feel more peace and accomplishment at the end of the day. Valerie is a mom of two tween girls and enjoys finding ways to make daily life run more smoothly — both at home and in her coaching practice. Connect with Valerie on her website, Facebook, and Instagram Grab her free Fair Play Conversation Starter Playbook   Resources Mentioned: Fair Play by Eve Rodsky   Related Episodes: Episode 117: Declutter the Mental Load of Motherhood by Following by 5-Step System Episode 132: How to Diagnose and Fix Broken Rhythms At Work and Home - with Jeanette Tapley from the Moms at Work Podcast 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   *** 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/

If the thought of unpacking bins of holiday decorations makes you feel more stressed than merry, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through five simple, practical steps to simplify and streamline your holiday decor - so you can actually enjoy the season without feeling buried in clutter. Before you head to Target or HomeGoods, press pause! We’re shopping your home first. Learn how to focus on what matters most, decorate intentionally, and create peaceful, clutter-free spaces for your favorite holiday traditions. Resources Mentioned: MindMeister for mind mapping Related Episodes: Episode 27: What Does Your Home Say About You? The Secret to Decorating Intentionally with Dani Watson from fig & farm at home Episode 197: Simple Ways to Elevate Your Home's Look (Without Another HomeGoods Trip) - with Dani Watson from fig + farm at home Episode 77: 5 Permission Slips to Allow You To Enjoy This Holiday Season *** 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/

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 *** 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

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   *** 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

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! *** 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

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 *** 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

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   *** 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/

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   *** 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

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

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 *** 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

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 *** 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

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 *** 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

Do you feel like your kids’ stuff is overflowing into every area of your home? Do you want to get them on board with decluttering in an age-appropriate way but don’t know where to start? Do you want to stop nagging your family to put their laundry IN the hamper and actually hang their coats rather than throwing them on the floor? Laura Forbes Carlin is my special guest today, offering a ton of practical guidance on how to get kids involved in decluttering and to create a peaceful home that supports you. She is the co-founder of inspiredeverydayliving.com, an online resource for creating a life you love through the process of creating a home you love. She is the co-author of the books Decluttering for Parents: Create Space for More Joy, Love, & Connection and Declutter & Manifest: A 52 Week Workbook To Create A Home And Life You Love. Her passion for decluttering and organizing began when she was nine years old. For the past twenty years, she has been providing tips, inspiration, and step by step guidance to her community for how to make simple changes in your home to create positive change in your life. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Laura on her website and Instagram Check out her books Decluttering for Parents: Create Space for More Joy, Love, & Connection, Declutter & Manifest: A 52 Week Workbook To Create A Home And Life You Love, and Clutter-Free Parenting: Making Space In Your Home For The Magic of Childhood And The Joy of Parenthood Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne I Give You Permission to Throw Away Your Yearbook The Western Guide to Feng Shui by Terah Kathryn Collins   Related Episodes: Check out the Kids & Family playlist which includes my best episodes about how to get your kids and family members on board with decluttering! To listen to the episodes in your favorite podcast player:1. Click on the red “Subscribe” button 2. Click on the red “Subscribe on podcast apps” button 3. Click on the “Continue” button 4. Select your podcast app (i.e. Apple Podcasts) 5. Complete prompts to Follow Show to follow the playlist *** 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

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 fourth 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! In this episode we discuss: how “lowering the bar” on summer expectations can help us enjoy the season more finding the balance between structure and summer relaxation to keep kids happy gently transitioning out of summer and into back-to-school routines with ease and much more! 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

If you are an overwhelmed mom who feels like she’s deep in the trenches of survival mode, are reacting to your kids and spouse in a way that doesn’t make you proud, and feel like you’re constantly putting out fires - today’s podcast episode is for you. My guest is Lisa Roers - CEO of the Sunshine Cafe Podcast and Leading LIFE Online Coaching Services. She is a disciple of Jesus, a wife, a mom, a professional musician and a Certified Agile Coach, Certified Life coach, a Podcaster, and keynote speaker. We talk about: the impact that constant “reactive mode” is having on your physical and emotional health, as well as your relationships simple, practical ways we can get out of overwhelm and become more resilient to change why the uncomfortable feeling of learning something new is critical to resilience and the role that neuroplasticity plays Lisa is passionate about helping people find the clarity they crave and teaching people how to become their best self-advocate for all areas of life - and it shines through in this conversation.  Resources Mentioned: Connect with Lisa on her website, podcast, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram E-mail her at lisa@lisaroers.com Grab her free 5 Ways to Fast Guide My interview on Lisa's podcast Related Episodes: Episode 2: 3 Major Causes of Overwhelm and How to Overcome Them Episode 45: The 3 Levels of Overwhelm with Jessica Jackson from Thriving in Motherhood Podcast Episode 97: Stuck in a Cycle of Overwhelm and Burnout? Break Free and Take Control With my 6-Step S.I.M.P.L.E. Method   *** 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

We are wrapping up the Room-by-Room Series by focusing on the craft/hobby room (or area if you don’t have a dedicated room!) We’ll go through my five step CRAFT process to help you declutter and organize. Let’s do this! Resources Mentioned: Trashie.io for fabric scrap recycling Find a local Mom.Co group Find a Creative Reuse Center near you Find a local Buy Nothing group   Related Episodes: 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! Episode 174: Declutter Your Home with my TRANSFORM Method! Listen to the Room-by-Room playlist *** 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