THE INTENTIONAL EDIT PODCAST - Simplify Life - Organization, Decluttering, Home Routines, Family Systems

You know school is in session when the papers, worksheets, art projects and drawings start piling up on your kitchen counters.  Lauren answers a listener question in this Tip Tuesday episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast that will solve your school paper dilemmas for good.  You can start easily implementing these strategies today!   Work with Lauren - https://www.intentionaledit.com/coaching/ Ma...

Having a few small daily tasks and chores for each member of the family makes it possible to keep your home picked up and orderly.  Chores save time, instill responsibility and so much more.  Episode 76 of The Intentional Edit Podcast is overflowing with ways that adding chores for a few minutes each day is a big contributor to simplifying home and life.   Work with Lauren - https://www.intentiona...

Packing for a work trip or vacation doesn't have to be stressful.  Good systems work for easy packing and keep you on track to have everything you need and not much excess.  This episode is full of packing tips that will help simplify your packing struggles and lighten your luggage for your next destination.   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcas...

 It’s that time again - calendars are filling up and the schedule can be difficult to manage and add to your stress.  Even when you have a lot going on, it’s possible to manage the schedule for your entire family.  Simple and intentional routines allow us to have freedom in our days and keep our homes running with less effort and more free time.  Episode 74 is packed with strategies that you can i...

Pictures and photographs from many generations can take up a lot of space and going through them can seem like a daunting task!  In this episode I share what I did to organize many years of family photos and how you can organize and minimize your collection without sacrificing the memories or family history in the photographs.     Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The In...

Do you find yourself frazzled and overwhelmed most days?  Are you always thinking about the daunting “to do” list, dread folding another pile of laundry and feel guilty for not having energy to play with your kiddos more?!?!   It doesn’t have to be like this!  Creating simple routines and setting up systems that maximize your time, prep you for what is coming up next and keep things orderly will c...

Starting can be the hardest part.  In episode 71 of The Intentional Edit Podcast you will learn the best place to start organizing your home and why this is important to the success of your decluttering and organizing projects.  It’s time to stop procrastinating and begin to organize your home and life!   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.  W...

Decluttering can be difficult for many reasons.   In this episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast, Laurie Palau shares her knowledge and expertise on how your Enneagram results can help you tackle purging and make the decluttering process easier.     Connect with Laurie here: This ORGANIZED Life Podcast  https://simplyborganized.com/   https://www.youtube.com/c/Simplyborganized   IG: @simplyborgan...

Struggling with your schedule and lack of time to get things done is often a big stressor.  Episode 69 of The Intentional Edit Podcast is full of time management tips and strategies that will help you start organizing and improve your schedule for long-term benefits. It is time to stop making excuses and get your schedule in order!   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The...

Where are you going - Are the people in your life supporting the changes you want to make to get out of the chaos and make life easier OR are they holding you back… There are 5 changes you can make to feel confident as you move forward to make positive changes for your family and leave that toxic mom culture behind.     Work with Lauren - Book a 1:1 coaching session  – https://www.intentionaledit....

Decluttering and home organizing can be a team effort when you get the kids involved.  In episode 67 of The Intentional Edit Podcast learn what organizing and decluttering projects to tackle with the kids and what ones are better to do on your own.  The entire family can contribute for an organized and simplified home.     Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentiona...

Knowing you would benefit from slowing down is one thing, but actually doing it is another.  On episode 66 of The Intentional Edit Podcast we learn how to identify overwhelm, the benefits of doing less, and tools to find the confidence to start saying no to commitments and obligations that aren’t serving us in this current stage of life.  The special guest today is a therapist and life coach that...

Simple chores allow everyone in the household to contribute.  Summer break is a wonderful time to teach your children new chores & tasks that can help them be more independent and contribute to the family.  Find out how you can handle chores in your home this summer.     Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.  If you are struggling with daily tas...

If you are looking for ways to simplify and get organized, this episode is for you.  Jennifer McDaniel of  Organized and Fabulous Mom Podcast shares her knowledge on capsule wardrobes and how they can help reduce decision fatigue, simplify your life and keep your closet organized.     Connect with Jennifer here: Organized and Fabulous Mom podcast, www. JMOrganizingSpaces.com   OrganizedFabulous@gm...

Summer is here and that means days at the pool, relaxed schedules, day camps, activities, late nights and adventures.  A little preparation goes a long way in keeping every busy mom organized for these days packed full of fun.  In this episode you will find out how to keep your summer bag organized and stocked with all the necessities and more.     Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an...

In episode 62 of The Intentional Edit Podcast I answer all the common questions about organizing your home.  Do you wonder why you start organizing projects, but they never seem to stick.  You might feel like you aren’t an organized person, but dream about the simplicity and the ease that organization brings.   You are about to find out the exact process that professional organizers and efficient...

Mail clutter can pile up and the stacks of paper clutter are messy and unsightly.  Learn how to manage your mail without adding clutter and piles of paper all over your home.  Episode 61 of The Intentional Edit Podcast has the steps you need to tackle incoming mail before it becomes clutter.   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.  If you are st...

Systems, routines, and healthy habits make everything easier and simplify what goes on in your home and in life.  Ashley joins us today from Veggies & Virtue to share her system for setting up a successful meal and snack schedule for your kids and family.  If your kids are always requesting snacks and you feel overwhelmed when it comes to feeding and meal time, this episode is for you.    Connect...

Every home organization project starts with a thorough purge of every item that you no longer need, use, or want.  Long term organization is not possible without the first step - DECLUTTERING!  Learn an easy to follow process to finally eliminate the clutter in your home, and use this step by step guide to feel confident in the decisions you are making about the items you intend to keep and donate...

Matching containers, beautiful baskets and fun bins make an organized space look beautiful but they aren’t the key to successful organization.  Find out what to do to stay in your budget while getting organized when a  listener question is answered on episode 58 of The Intentional Edit Podcast.     Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.  If you a...

Keeping the house clean and picked up can be overwhelming and difficult to manage.  On this episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast we have a special guest, Monica Baker of Claiming Simplicity, sharing ideas on streamlining and implementing systems for an easy to follow cleaning routine in our homes.    Connect with Monica Baker on her podcast - Claiming Simplicity -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us...

Rainbow order is a trend in home organization and it makes for beautiful images of perfectly organized cabinets, bookshelves, and pantries.  Yes, ROYGBIV is aesthetically pleasing but it might not always be the best way to organize for daily use.  Find out the specifics on when it’s beneficial in episode 56 of The Intentional Edit Podcast.   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episod...

Summer is almost here! For parents with school aged kids that means a big change in routines and usually more free time.  Episode 55 of The Intentional Edit Podcast is full of strategies and ideas on how to enjoy summer and not let the lack of scheduled activities drive you crazy. Implement these tips for how to enjoy summer vacation with your kids, keep the house in order and make memories that w...

Buying in bulk can save money, but you have to have the storage space available to make the purchase worth it.  Another listener question is answered on this episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.   Make sure you subscribe so that you never miss an episode of The Intentional Edit Podcast.  If you are struggling with daily tasks, clutter, organization, and finding any sort of work/life balance, T...

Negative self-talk is common but it doesn't have to be.  One 60 second hack can change your mindset and the words you say to yourself all day long.   Liz is our special guest today and the host of The Tough Love Mom Podcast, she shares details on how to implement this tool and have success with your new habits over and over again. Connect with Liz on Instagram @mrslizhenderson and listen to her sh...