The holidays are coming, and while social media might make it look effortless, most of us don’t have a team of decorators or bakers working behind the scenes. If you’re like me, you do most of it yourself: the baking, the decorating, the planning. And that’s where the Pomalo approach makes all the difference.
In this week’s episode, I am talking about slow, intentional holiday preparation, from decorating your home to planning Christmas cookies, and even setting time aside to bake traditional Croatian kolače that fill your home with sweetness and memory.
I'll share when to start decorating, how to review your holiday inventory, plan your baking days, and choose the cards or family photo that you want.
Because preparing your home and heart for the holidays isn’t about perfection; it’s about presence. And when you approach it Pomalo: slowly, with joy and purpose — you create a holiday that feels beautifully your own.
As the holiday season approaches, it’s easy to get swept up in the rush; the decorating, shopping, travelling, attending gatherings, that you forget to actually enjoy it.
In this week’s episode of Overwhelmed to Organized, I invite you to pause and slowly plan the holiday season you truly want. I share how planning creates space for joy and meaning, whether that means carving out time for American Thanksgiving while living in Canada, or preparing your heart for Advent with sacred traditions.
Because if it’s not on the calendar, it likely won’t happen. I want to leave you with the idea that what matters most deserves a place in your plans.
Feeling scattered? You’re not alone. In this episode of Overwhelmed to Organized, I break down five small, sustainable habits that help me stay grounded and focused when life gets full.
Discover how to plan your days around your energy, create mindful mornings, move your body with intention, and remove decision fatigue from dinner.
Simple habits that bring you from chaos to calm — one Pomalo moment at a time.
In a world that celebrates hustle, Pomalo invites us to slow down. In this reflective episode, I define organization as an act of grace, where planning a simple meal or setting a candlelit table becomes a way to bring order, beauty, and connection into our homes.
Even during travel and full weeks, I share how a few planned rituals around the table help my family stay grounded and close.
A gentle reminder that organization isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence and togetherness.
What if joy isn’t something you chase, but something you allow, even if you are in the middle of a busy final quarter?
This week I explore the Croatian art of Joie de Vivre, which is Pomalo, how slowing down helps us rediscover the joy of living beautifully.
Midlife is not a crisis — it’s your creative era. In this empowering episode, I’m talking to women who feel like they might have missed their window to start something new.
I share my own story of how, in my early 40s, I stopped running on cruise control and started asking, what do I actually want to create? That question was the beginning of Pomalo — and it changed everything.
We’ll reframe midlife together, not as a season of decline, but as a time of clarity, wisdom, and margin — the perfect moment to start your passion project, write the book, launch the business, or simply design a life that feels like you.
September wasn’t about doing more — it was about connecting more. In this episode, I reflect on one of my biggest wins this month: slowing down enough to share meals with my family and spend time with friends we hadn’t seen in a while.
I share how, even though I missed my canning window this year, I still found joy in creating moments that brought everyone together.
I'll also discuss the seasonal mindset shift from the busy, back-to-school rush into the slower, cozier rhythms of October; like changing out candles, setting up the porch with mums and pumpkins, and making the first pot of soup that marks the start of cozy Fall season.
Fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice — it’s a chance to pause, reset, and design a season that feels as good as it looks. 🍂
In this episode, I’m sharing how I set up my fall planner, create cozy home rhythms, and make space for what really matters — without rushing through the season. You’ll hear the story of a simple apple-picking trip that reminded me why Pomalo (slow, steady living) matters so much, and how my time in Croatia changed the way I mark the shift from summer to fall.
Together, we’ll walk through:
-A simple seasonal review to reflect on summer-Scheduling weekly Pomalo time for your passion project-Cozy home & meal ideas to make fall feel intentional
This is your invitation to slow down, savor the season, and create rhythms that fill you up — not burn you out. Grab your planner or notebook and let’s make this your most intentional fall yet.
This week I share how to turn reflection into action by designing your day with intention.
In this episode, I’ll share practical tips for creating daily routines that honour your priorities, give you energy, and bring calm. You’ll learn how to integrate small habits.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have tools to slow down, notice what gives you life, and design each day with intention — Pomalo style.
Key Takeaways:
How to transform your reflections into actionable daily routines
3–4 small habits to bring calm, clarity, and joy to your day
How to use your planner to track priorities, habits, and reflection
Perfect For: Women who want to live more intentionally, create meaningful routines, and take practical steps toward a life they love — without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
What if luxury wasn’t something reserved for a vacation or a special occasion — but woven into the fabric of your daily life? In this episode of Overwhelmed to Organized, I delve into the simple elegance and how that transforms your well-being
From the feel of a linen napkin at your table, to the ritual of slipping into fresh pajamas at night, to a handwritten note — small, thoughtful details can completely shift the way we experience our lives.
✨ I’ll share how to:
Curate a “Luxe List” unique to you
Elevate your wardrobe, your morning routine, and your space with small touches
Bring in five simple ways to add beauty to your everyday rhythms
Embrace the Pomalo mindset of slowing down enough to notice what delights you
This isn’t about spending more. It’s about choosing with care, savouring with intention, and discovering that elegance isn’t out there somewhere — it’s already here, waiting for you in the everyday.
Everywhere you look, September gets called the “new January” — a time for reinvention, new routines, new habits, a complete life reset. But what if this September didn’t have to be about starting over? What if it could be about remembering who you already are?
In this episode of Overwhelmed to Organized, I take a gentler approach to the season. Instead of rushing into new habits or overwhelming goals, I’ll invite you to:
✨ Spend a week or two simply observing your life
✨ Notice what’s working — and what isn’t
✨ Take inventory of what drains you and what gives you life
✨ Pay attention to what you crave more of in this season
This reflective pause creates space for more intentional choices. It’s not about hustle or reinvention — it’s about alignment, presence, and living Pomalo in a busy season.
Finally, I’ll also share a faith question that’s been guiding me.
Feeling scattered or craving connection as summer winds down? In this episode, I talk about how the table can be the most powerful place to reset — not just your schedule, but your soul. Whether you’re navigating new friendships, feeling lonely, or simply ready for a fresh start, consider hosting one Pomalo-style dinner before September. It doesn’t have to be fancy — just full of heart
In this fun episode I am talking about you Elegant Reboot: A Pomalo-Inspired Luxe Life. Find out what I am adding to my Luxe list- it may surprise you. August becomes a soft, intentional luxury reset — before fall kicks in, use this month to live well, think clearly, and start fresh without the burnout.
In this episode, I discuss how you don’t need a massive morning routine or a total life overhaul to feel more grounded. In this episode, we explore the beauty of micro habits — small, shifts like drinking water before coffee, lighting a candle before planning.
God didn’t design us to live in cycles of intensity followed by collapse. He created us for rhythms , gentle, sustainable ways of moving through life with grace. And yes, even in August, when routines might feel far away — peaceful rhythms are still possible.
Burnout doesn't just happen when we are busy; it begins when we ignore the warning signs. August is the gift of foresight. In this short episode I am sharing how God is helping me walk with my plan.
As July winds down, the pressure to jump into fall planning begins to rise. But before you start colour coding your calendar or signing up for one more thing, this episode invites you to do something different- to pause.
In this episode I am inviting you to resist the hustle of back-to-school prep and productivity checklists and instead take a pause. In this short, soulful episode, I'll reflect on what’s been giving us life lately — and what we’re truly craving more of. You’ll walk away with three gentle questions to ask yourself before you plan your next season.
What if the peace you felt this summer didn’t have to fade with the season? In this final episode of Summer of Pomalo, I am reflecting on the quiet wins — the slow mornings, unplugged dinners, the creative inspiration and spontaneous joy. I am sharing how to carry that Pomalo feeling into real life. Whether it’s how you plan your week, start your mornings, or gather around the table, I’ll show you simple ways to protect your peace and build meaningful rhythms — no matter what the calendar says.
This episode is all about unplugging from your phone.--Don't worry it's not forever- just for a few minutes each day. Has endless scrolling and posting stolen your creative spark? In this episode I am sharing how I am setting digital boundaries this summer. I am learning how to still enjoy social media without spending so much time on it. You will hear real ways I’m trying to stay connected to friends and family in moments — not hours — so creativity and presence can be the real focus.
By midlife, we’ve mastered the art of managing everyone else’s life; but what about our own dreams? In this episode, I will explore why trying something you’ve always wanted isn’t just fun — it might be the healthiest, most healing thing you do this summer. If you've ever tucked away a creative spark or put off a personal dream, this is your invitation to bring it back to life.
Midway through summer, it’s easy to feel the pressure to do more, be more, or chase some kind of glow-up. But what if your next season isn’t about transformation, but instead presence?
In this gentle episode, I explore how to move through midlife (and midsummer) with more grace and less urgency. You’ll learn how to recognize the false promises of glow-up culture, and how the Pomalo philosophy can help you reclaim joy, beauty, and peace — without the hustle or performance.
Inside, I share:
What glow-up culture really ask of midlife women (and how it mirrors hustle culture)
A Pomalo reframe on beauty, self-worth, and timing
A simple journal prompt to help you reconnect with your inner glow
An invitation to slow down, reset, and savour what matters
This episode is your permission slip to listen inward, and return to what lights you up — softly and slowly.
Because your glow doesn’t come from reinvention.