Whether you're managing a busy household, juggling work and family, or just looking for a little inspiration to tackle that never-ending to-do list, you're in the right place! Each episode shares practical tips, expert advice and real life stories to inspire you to declutter, simplify, and live a more organized life. New episodes released every Monday & Thursday! Have a question or topic idea click here Hosted by Laurie Palau, Professional Organizer, Coach & Mom Learn more: https://simplybor ...
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Living Clutter Free Forever - decluttering tips, professional organizing, minimalist living
Caroline Thor - Professional Organizer - KonMari® Consultant
If you're a busy woman, who feels overwhelmed by the amount of stuff in your home, and you know it's time to declutter, but you just don't know where to start, then this podcast is for you. As a trained KonMari® Consultant I'll be sharing tips and tricks on how to declutter using the KonMari Method®, and just as importantly, how to maintain it. I will also share some personal insights which I'm sure you'll relate to. Sometimes it might feel like I am a fly on the wall in your home! Believe m ...
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Order Meets Style - Sustainable Home Organizing, Decluttering and Styling Tips for Working Moms
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Hello and welcome to Order Meets Style! Join Home Organizer and Productivity Consultant, Zee Siman, along with her occasional co-host or guest, as she provides sustainable home organizing and home styling tips curated for you: working moms, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, mompreneurs, woman small business owners, online coaches and consultants. Are you ready to get your house organized sustainably and have the home that makes you smile every time you walk in? Well let's get started!
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Organizing Your Digital and Personal Accounts with Kate Hufnagel | Ep 407
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Joining me is Kate Hufnagel, founder of the Digital Wrangler. You might remember Kate from episode 329 where she talked about digital hygiene-I’ll link to it in the show notes if you want to check it out. I invited her to come back to the show because she’s developed an incredible tool to help individuals, families and business owners easily gain a…
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How to Declutter Your Closet for Fall (Without the Seasonal Stress) #121
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Is your closet ready for fall? Or is it feeling a little... chaotic? The seasonal switch from summer to fall can be overwhelming, especially when you're already juggling work, family, and everything in between. But what if I told you that decluttering your wardrobe now could save you time, reduce stress, and even make getting dressed each morning a…
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025. Which Of The 5 Types Of Clutter Is Keeping You Stuck?
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Are you feeling like "doing a little bit of organizing each day" is getting you nowhere? It might be because you're focusing on the wring TYPE of clutter. There are 5 types of clutter that affect us: Physical Clutter Mental Clutter Digital Clutter Environmental Clutter Social Clutter Once you identify which type is keeping you stuck, you can declut…
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Tip of the Week-Tackling School Paper Clutter: Creating a Homework Hub
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We’re diving into a topic that many parents struggle with: managing the never-ending flow of school papers. From homework to permission slips, it can be overwhelming, but don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with practical tips to stay on top of it all. You’ll learn: How to Set-Up a Homework Hub Why you need a daily routine to review school papers How…
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Simplifying Dinner Time: 5 Tips for Busy Families | Ep 406
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As a parent of two active kids, I understand how hard it can be to balance everything and still make time for a healthy family dinner. Between busy schedules, after-school activities, and everyday demands, it's easy to fall into the trap of quick-fix processed meals or ordering takeout. But with a little planning, you can create a routine that make…
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Overwhelmed, Under Supported and resentful? Try these 5 simple solutions for busy households to conquer the family clutter #120
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Overwhelmed, Under-Supported, and Resentful? SIGN UP FOR MY FREE WORKSHOP 'Family Clutter Reset: 5 Tricks to Get Everyone Tidying (and Loving It!)' HERE Ever feel like you're the only one holding it all together? Like the clutter, mess, and chaos are piling up while everyone else is oblivious? If you're nodding along, you're not alone. The daily gr…
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024. Easy Two-In-One Fixes That Instantly Organize And Style Your Home
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Do you sometimes feel like the clutter is everywhere? On this episode, I've got easy two-in-one fixes for clutter hot spots in your home. These are fixes that not only organize these spots quickly, they also make them more stylish. The most cluttered areas that I have two-in-one fixes for are: the kitchen counter the bathroom counter your bedside t…
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Tip of the Week-Establishing a Morning Routine that Works
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We’re diving into a topic every parent can relate to—creating an effective morning routine as the new school year begins. I know firsthand how chaotic mornings can feel, but with a little reflection and planning, we can set ourselves (and our kids!) up for success. You’ll learn: The power of morning routines How to Analyze your Daily Patterns Why Y…
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Ask An Expert: Questions about the Enneagram with Precious Burger | Ep 405
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Hi Friends, Did you know that you can be part of our show? Each month we take listener questions and answer them on the air. Some folks prefer to remain anonymous (which is totally fine), while others, like today’s guest, want to come on the show and join the conversation! Joining me today is Precious Burger, from Fairfax, VA. Precious wrote to us …
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No more panic tidying! 5 Effortless home organization tricks for a guest-ready home (kid-inclusive strategies) #119
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🚨 Ever find yourself scrambling to tidy up when guests are on their way? Tossing clutter into closets, shutting doors to hide the mess, and hoping no one peeks inside? Been there! But what if I told you there's a way to never panic tidy again? That's exactly what I’m diving into on this week’s episode of ‘Living Clutter-Free Forever’: “No More Pani…
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023. 5 Decluttering Methods I’ve Tested – The Wins, Fails, and Results
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Are you worried about decluttering things because of "What If?" What if I need that notebook from the class I took 8 years ago in my next job? What if we could use that wig for a future Halloween costume? I used to get stuck with the What Ifs too. So I tried a bunch of different decluttering methods to see how to get past those. In this episode, I'…
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As we shift into back-to-school mode, I’m sharing how to simplify your weekly meal planning. Mealtime is one of the biggest challenges for busy families and as we shift into back-to-school mode it can be overwhelming to come up with dinner ideas every night. You’ll learn: How to build a food preference list How to categorize different cooking metho…
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Back to School Organizing Tips- 5 Essential Tips for a Smooth Start | Ep 404
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As the summer winds down and the excitement of a new school year begins, it's the perfect time to set the stage for a smooth transition. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time school parent, having systems in place can make all the difference in managing the chaos that often accompanies back-to-school season. Today, I’m sharing five key area…
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Do you ever feel like other people are just naturally organized, but for you, the thought of getting your home organized is so overwhelming? After a grocery store conversation, I realized that so many people are intimidated by "organizing". But I know that often, these folks are getting stuck in one (or more) of the 5 steps of my organizing method.…
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Get ready for autumn! 3 End-of-summer declutter strategies for your vacation accumulation #118
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Overwhelmed by all the summer clutter that’s piled up? Ready to embrace autumn with a fresh start? Summer’s been a blast, but let’s be real—it's also left behind a ton of vacation souvenirs, beach gear, and outdoor toys that are now just clutter in your home. The shift to autumn is the perfect time to take control and clear the overwhelm. In the la…
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As September rolls in, I’m so excited to share some practical tips to help you navigate this busy season with ease. In today’s episode, we’re jumping into the world of afterschool snacks. I’ll be talking about why a well-stocked pantry is a game-changer, how to balance convenience with nutrition, and why offering seasonal fruits and grab-and-go opt…
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Simple Routines for 2 Career Families with Tiffany Sauder | Ep 403
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Joining me today is Tiffany Sauder, founder of Life of And and host of the Scared Confident podcast. For twenty years, she and her husband have each been building their companies while raising 4 kiddos! I invited her on the show to talk about household routines, especially as we head back into school mode. During our conversation we talked about: C…
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10-minute daily decluttering habits for a stress-free life #117
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Is your home causing you stress? Does the clutter feel like it’s taking over, making it impossible to relax? We’ve all been there. The overwhelm of organizing and tidying up can feel like too much to handle, especially when you’re juggling everything else life throws your way. But what if I told you there’s a simple solution? A way to declutter and…
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021. My Secret Weapon Cleaning Tool for When You Don’t Feel Like Cleaning
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This mini-episode will introduce you to my "secret weapon" cleaning tool that helps me daily, even when I don't feel like cleaning (which, let's face it, is every single day!). It's not such a secret, actually. It's the hand vac! You can hear how I use it and where I keep it, and why it's been such a game-changer for me in keeping cleaning time to …
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Tip of the Week- Declutter Your Computer
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On today's tip of the week, it's important for you to declutter your digital spaces, specifically your computer. Let me emphasize the significance of digital detoxing in reducing invisible clutter and improving ease of retrieval for you. Let's start with the first tip: delete old files. You've probably been using the same computer for a while, whic…
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5 Ways to Make Money as a Professional Organizer | Ep 402
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Before we dive into today’s episode, I just want to remind you that we have a few spots remaining in our Fall Business Mentoring Cohort. If you love to organize and want to bring in 1-2k per month working 4 days a month doing something you love, this is for you! Check out the link below to learn more. We get a lot of questions from other profession…
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Getting organized so going back to school is a breeze (in 5 easy steps!) #116
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Back-to-school season can be a whirlwind of stress, clutter, and last-minute chaos. Does the thought of getting your kids ready for the new school year leave you feeling overwhelmed? I get it, and I’m here to help. In the latest episode of Living Clutter Free Forever, I’m breaking down 5 easy steps to get your family organized and make the transiti…
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I you're a bit sleep-deprived and time-strapped, but still want to create magic for your kids with the Tooth Fairy, then this episode is for you! I have 3 last-minute Tooth Fairy ideas to help you out! Two of them aer incredibly simple, one if definitely super-spy-level. And by the way, if you like fun conversations like these, and you're willing t…
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Hey friends, Today's episode is all about taking charge of your digital clutter and boosting your productivity. Simplify and streamline your life with these phone organization tips: Delete Any Unused Apps- Make your phone work for you, free up some space and get rid of the overwhelm. Turn off Notifications-Notifications can be distracting when you’…
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ADHD and Executive Function with Dr. Sharon Saline- Part 2 | Ep 401
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We are back today with part 2 of my conversation with clinical psychologist, Dr. Sharon Saline. If you haven’t had the chance to listen/watch last week's episode on procrastination and ADHD, I’m going to encourage you to check that out first! Today, we are focusing on Executive Function which refers to a set of mental skills that enable individuals…
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Is clutter causing tension in your home? The impact of clutter on your relationships (and how to fix it) #115
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Is your home causing you stress? Does the clutter around you ever spark tension in your relationships? You're not alone. Clutter doesn’t just fill your space—it fills your mind and can create overwhelm. It can strain your relationship with your partner, kids, and even yourself. When we’re surrounded by clutter, it’s easy to feel frustrated, irritab…
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Today’s tip of the week is the 2 minute rule: If you can do something in 2 minutes or less, do it rather than procrastinating. Simple tasks like opening the mail, putting the dishes in the dishwasher, hanging up your coat, folding the blanket on the couch-are little wins that have a larger impact. You’ll learn: 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome 1:16 – …
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019. The 4-Stage Daily Plan - How to Win The Day Without Overwhelm or Chaos
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Do you start each work day with a To-Do list that you know you'll never get to the end of? It happens to all of us. In fact, it used to happen so much that my days felt overwhelming and chaotic, from the moment the kids woke up, to the minute I finally fell asleep at night! When I started using my 4-Stage Daily Plan, things were very different: I k…
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ADHD and Procrastination-with Dr. Sharon Saline Part 1 | Ep 400
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Today I am joined by Dr. Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, teens, adults and families living with ADHD and neurodivergence.I invited her on the show today to talk about the role of Procrastination specifically as it relates to ADHD. You’ll Learn: Understanding ADHD and Neurodiversity: 3:08 Overcoming P…
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What to do once you have organized you home (How to prevent the clutter creeping back in) #114
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Why does the clutter come back? You've decluttered, organized, and set up systems, yet six months later, it's all back. Sound familiar? I know what your struggles are. I've been where you are, and that's why I've made today's episode. In my membership, Clutter Free Collective, we're always working on habit changes to keep clutter at bay. But for mo…
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018. How to Get Your Kids to Organize Their Things
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Does this title give you hope? I hope so! I've got 3 strategies for you to try out, and they don't involve chore charts or sticker rewards! These are 3 strategies that have worked for me to get my kids on board with keeping their things in order: Model the Behavior Use Reward Language Create Habits and Routines Now, these are not magic-wand strateg…
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Today’s episode is all about being neighborly and its connection to organization. Inspired by a recent sermon, I want to share three key points that stood out to me. Here’s your tip of the week: Reflect on how you can be neighborly in your own life. Offer to share, reach out before making unnecessary purchases, and engage in small acts of neighborl…
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What Do I Focus on First? *Ask an Expert Series* | Ep 399
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We are back today with another one of your questions, and this one is from a fellow professional organizer! Joining me is Tink Rainbow (cool name, right?) Tink is the founder of Clean House, a full service PO company outside of Philadelphia. Tink had 2 questions for me today: How Did I Start This Organized Life Podcast? What Advice Do I Have For A …
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7 simple steps to a clutter-free home! (How to transform your space in a week) #113
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Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? Today, we're diving into something a bit different from our usual talks about decluttering and organizing. We're going to tackle how to transform your home in just a week. Yes, you heard that right! Seven days to a clutter-free, organized space. Wondering if you can actually achieve a tidy home in such a short time? …
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017. Two Ideas To Organize Outgrown and Too-Big Kids’ Clothes
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Do you feel like you're drowning in huge plastic bins full of kids' outgrown clothes? So much so, that you actually don't want to dig in them for the next size your child will fit into? The trick is to find that balance between saving money by keeping clothes to reuse, and adapting to the space you have available to store these clothes easily and e…
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Tip of the Week-Reconnect with an Old Friend
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Life gets busy, and we often struggle to find time for ourselves, let alone others. But it's crucial to make time for those who truly matter. Sure, having friends for spontaneous hangouts is great. But there's something magical about rekindling old friendships from different times in our lives. It might seem daunting to reach out after so long, but…
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Think back to a time when you felt completely out of control. Maybe you lost your job, or your boyfriend broke up with you, or someone you love was facing an illness. When life gets out of hand we often feel a loss of control resulting in chaos, anxiety, frustration. Organizing provides a sense of security and preparedness in a world that is otherw…
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Mindful decluttering. How to create a peaceful and harmonious home with 3 simple steps #112
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Ever feel overwhelmed by clutter? Is organizing your home a constant battle? What if you could transform your space into a peaceful sanctuary with just three simple steps? This week, I'm diving into a topic that’s close to my heart: mindful decluttering. I’ve discovered that a mindful approach to decluttering and organizing can create a harmonious …
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016. A+ Organization: Your Ultimate Back-to-School Readiness Guide for Working Moms
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Have you finished back-to-school shopping yet? Have you even started? It's only July, but I suggest that working moms plan and prepare for back-to-school now to avoid back-ordered items, or not finding the right color folders at the last minute! In this episode, I'm sharing my Back-To-School Readiness Guide which covers 3 areas: School supplies Sch…
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Tip of the Week-Create an Exercise Routine
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Last week, we talked about the importance of making time for reading. This week, we're diving into the topic of exercise and movement. We understand that finding time for fitness can be a challenge, but it's all about replacing activities that don't add value. You don't need an expensive gym membership or hours of workouts. Even small pockets of ti…
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My Daughter has ADHD and Struggles with Time Management-*Ask an Expert Series | Ep 397
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We’re diving into a topic that's close to my heart and crucial for many families: time management tips for teens with ADHD and autism. I received a heartfelt question from a mom with a 15-year-old daughter who’s potentially dealing with autism and ADHD. With high school around the corner, they're looking for resources to help manage her time better…
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5 Common clutter mistakes (and how to avoid them) #111
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Is your home a clutter magnet? Do you constantly feel overwhelmed by the mess? I get it. I'm Caroline Thor, a professional organizer, KonMari consultant, teacher, and mum of three. I know firsthand how challenging it can be to carve out time for yourself amidst the chaos of everyday life. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be this way. If you have …
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015. Not Sure If You’ll Still Love That Sofa Next Year? Try Furniture-As-A-Service
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Are you looking for that perfect piece of furniture, but you’re afraid to take the plunge to buy it because, well, what if you don’t like it next year? What if our style changes? Or what if it doesn't look good in your room once it gets to your house? This is where Furniture-As-A-Service can help. Not only can you rent unique, designer-style, high …
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What's on your to-be-read pile? If you're like most of us, life is hectic, your TBR pile is endless, and finding time to read is a struggle. If that sounds familiar, you'll want to tune into this week's tip. I'll be talking about why reading is so good for your mental well-being and personal growth. Plus, I'll share some practical tips on how to ca…
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How to Get Unstuck When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed with Kate House | Ep 396
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How many times have you felt overwhelmed with life and despite how hard you try, you just feel stuck. If you can relate, you are not alone-trust me on this one! Joining me today on This Organized Life is Kate House, Behavior Change Specialist and host of the Live By Design Podcast. Kate teaches women who feel stuck and overwhelmed achieve their per…
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How to declutter sentimental items without regret in 5 easy steps #110
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Ever wonder how to let go of cherished items without feeling regret? Join me, Caroline Thor, to find out how to declutter sentimental belongings. Feeling overwhelmed by emotional attachment? I totally get it. In this episode of the Living Clutter-Free Forever podcast, you'll learn five easy steps to tackle this tough task. It all starts with settin…
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014. These One-Minute Tasks Will Keep Your Home Organized With Low Effort and Little Time
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Do you feel you never have enough time to keep your spaces tidy? You’ve invested your time, energy and money into getting your home organized. You work all day and Uber the kids to all their activities, and you manage to get dinner on the table. So how can you keep your house in order, and keep it from feeling cluttered again? I have 10 one-minute …
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This week’s tip is all about using family shared calendars. Using Calendar apps can enhance our organization and communication, and helps reduce conflicts and brings peace to our homes. You'll Learn: 2:25 The Importance of Family Calendars 5:27 Involving Kids in Planning the Family Schedule 8:48 Increasing Family Communication 11:29 Utilizing Apps …
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Ask an Expert: How to Organize and Plan a Party | Ep 395
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We’re back with another Ask An Expert question from our TOL community! Joining me is Jenn Fredeman, a mom of 3, who works part-time, and is looking for strategies on how to stay organized while she plans her parents 70th birthday party. In this episode you'll learn: 0:02 Introduction to Ask an Expert 2:09 Setting the Foundation for Party Planning 5…
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Declutter your mind! How to achieve mental clarity and focus with Laura Louise Larson #109
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Feeling overwhelmed by endless to-do lists and a chaotic living space? Does it seem like the clutter in your home mirrors the clutter in your mind? It's time to take control. In my latest podcast episode, "Declutter Your Mind! How to Achieve Mental Clarity and Focus," I'm diving deep into the art of mental and physical organization. Join me and our…
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