This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizers

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen.  For those of you who aren’t familiar with her work, Mel is one of the leading voices in personal development and an international bestselling author. Her work includes the global phenomenon The 5 Second Rule, and...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. Does clutter stress them out?  Are they clutter-blind? What strategies have they used to help keep them organized and clutter free? To start our series, I am joined by Enneagram 1, Andrew Lang. ​​Andrew is an educ...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. One of the questions that I often get from listeners is “how do I avoid conflict as we blend our households?”Whether you are talking about physical stuff, which pots and pans should we keep? To deeper conversation...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. On today’s show, I am joined by Kath Younger. Kath is the mom of two boys, and the blogger behind the website Kath Eats.  Kath has been in the online space since 2007 and over the years her website has grown from...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. Joining me today is Brittany Thomas. Brittany is a certified Enneagram coach and educator. She is also the founder of the popular Instagram account @eneagramexplained. Today’s topic is all about PROCRASTINATION.  ...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. Today we're diving into a topic that we all struggle with from time to time – staying on track when you just don't feel like it. Whether it's decluttering a closet or tackling a daunting project, we've all had tho...

All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. This week, we’re throwing it back to one of our most talked-about topics: the 5 Clutter Pitfalls. These are the sneaky little roadblocks that keep us from tackling our clutter and staying organized—and trust me, w...

Hey friends! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. This week we’re talking about your clutter and why it keeps coming back. During this episode you'll learn five common reasons clutter keeps returning and how to keep it in check including: Lack of Sys...

Hey friends! All summer long, we’re bringing back some of our most-loved episodes from the This Organized Life archives—because let’s be honest, good conversations deserve a second (or third) listen. This week, we’re kicking things off with Navigating Clutter and Anxiety featuring the amazing Angie Robertson. This one originally aired back in July 2022 as part of our Enneagram series, and it’s sti...

Hey friends, I don’t even know how to start this, so I’ll just say it: this is the final episode of This Organized Life. I’ve been sitting with this decision for a while now. Because how do you say goodbye to something that’s been such a huge part of your life? For eight years, this podcast has been more than just a place to talk about clutter and bins and systems (although we did plenty of that)....

Hey Friends, Today I’m joined by my good friend and fellow organizing pro, Janelle Azar, she’s the founder of A Meaningful Space and host of the Organizing the Entrepreneur podcast. We sat down to answer YOUR real-life organizing questions, and let me tell you…we went there. From convincing a partner to declutter (without starting WWIII) to managing kid clutter and the never ending paper piles, we...

Hey friend, If you’re feeling like your summer could use a little more breathing room, this episode is for you. Today we’re tackling some easy, actionable steps to declutter your space, streamline your schedule, and make summer a lot less stressful! From optimizing your car to refreshing your outdoor spaces and wrangling kids’ schoolwork (because honestly who knows what ends up in those backpacks!...

Summer is here, and if you’re anything like me, you might already be feeling the chaos creeping in. Today I’m joined by my friend Lisa Eckerle, a professional organizer and mom. We dive into the real juggle of managing kids, camps, work, and everything else that comes with this season. We talk about planning summer schedules (yes, even if you’re behind like I am), sharing chores with the kids, and...

What does it truly take to grow a business while juggling all the hats women wear in their daily lives? Today I’m talking with Kate Alpert, co-founder of Women Belong, to talk about the power of connection, community and of course organization. We dive into the intersection of life, business, and the systems that keep us moving forward. Kate opens up about her journey creating Women Belong, a netw...

Hey friends, Today’s episode is a little different, and a lot important. We’re diving into the topic of legacy planning. Yes, it’s one of those things that’s easy to put off, but crucial to get ahead of.  Not only am I sharing a bit of my own personal experience to help you understand why this matters not just for your peace of mind, but for your loved ones too, I’m also introducing Kate Hufnagel...

Hey friends, You are in for a treat with today’s episode of This Organized Life! I had the absolute joy of sitting down with my longtime friend and organizing powerhouse, Martha Carol Stewart of Chaos Organizing in Baton Rouge. If you’ve ever wondered how someone goes from teaching kindergarten to building a thriving professional organizing business—this one’s for you. Martha shares her real-world...

Hey friends!  I’m so excited to welcome my longtime friend Amy Revell  from The Art of Decluttering back to the show. Amy and I go way back—we actually started our podcasting journeys around the same time, and it’s always a treat to catch up with her. In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to juggle podcasting, running a business, and, oh yeah—renovating pr...

Hey friends! In this week’s episode, I’m diving into something we all struggle with—someday stuff. You know… the juicer you might use when you start eating healthier, or the crafting supplies you swore you'd use when you had more time. These items might seem harmless, but they often come with a lot of emotional weight—guilt, fear, nostalgia—you name it. I also share an inside peek at our Clutter C...

Hey friends! If your home is starting to feel stale or cluttered, but you're not quite ready for a complete renovation or big shopping trip, this episode is for you. I'm diving into practical, budget-friendly ways to breathe new life into your space using what you already have. Whether you're craving a fresh vibe for spring (or any season), I'm sharing five easy areas to focus on that can totally...

Hey friends!  What if I told you your garage could actually be an organized, functional space? In this episode, I'm giving you practical, actionable tips to declutter and organize your garage. We talk about the biggest reasons garages get out of control, how to create zones that work for you, and what to do when decision fatigue hits. And if you're ready to roll up your sleeves and want a little e...

Hey friends! 👋You know that feeling when you start cleaning out the kitchen drawer,  and end up in the laundry room, and somehow wind up overwhelmed in the garage? Yeah. That. We’re diving into the power of sticking to one zone at a time—whether it’s a drawer, a counter, or your closet floor—and how that focused approach can help you actually finish what you start (and feel amazing about it!).Plu...

New Listener? Start Here. Tired of the clutter taking over? Let’s fix that—together. If you’ve ever looked around and thought, Where did all this stuff even come from?!, you’re not alone. Life gets busy, piles grow, and suddenly, the mess feels impossible to tackle. That’s where Clutter Clinic comes in. Think of it as a judgment-free reset—where we’ll tackle the chaos together and create simple, r...

New Listener? Start Here. LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops , where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing spon...

New Listener? Start Here. LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops , where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing spon...

New Listener? Start Here. LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops , where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing spon...