I help overwhelmed moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Decluttering coach and the host of top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
Bike riding taught me THIS about overwhelm
Decluttering Tips and Support Dear Reader, My youngest son Sean just learned how to ride his bike. When he started, we ran beside him, holding onto one handlebar as well as the back of his neck to keep him steady, and helping him get started again with a gentle push. Eventually, he didn't need us to hold the handlebar. Then, he didn't need us to hold the back of his neck. Then, he was able to start on his own. I'll always remember when he said, "It's OK. You can let go." Little does he know that he'll need to remind me of that many, many more times in his childhood. 😭 When I see my kids learning new things, it gives me hope that I am able to learn new things as well. I don't need to stay stuck in overwhelm, but can experiment until I find something that works for me. It may be uncomfortable at first, but like most things in life - they're hard until they're not. On the PodcastI loved talking to Lisa Roers from the Sunshine Cafe Podcast about how to become more resilient using the power of neuroplasticity. Here were some of my main takeaways: 💪🏻 Constantly putting out fires and being in reactive mode causes us to be in a state of chronic stress which impacts our physical and emotional health. 💪🏻 One of the main ways to overcome overwhelm is to set better boundaries. Perhaps this means limiting the number of activities your kids participate in each season, or encouraging them to contribute to the household rather than you doing everything yourself. This gives you the margin to respond, rather than react. It also helps teach your kids valuable life skills. 💪🏻 Creating light structure to your days can provide predictability to your days, rather than chaos, which can help support you in overwhelming seasons. 💪🏻 While it may be hard to try something new (like trying out a new routine or setting a boundary around your kids' screen time), that uncomfortable feeling is your brain forming new neural connections, which makes you more resilient to change. So embrace the discomfort! To learn more, listen to Episode 202 or check it out on YouTube! Things I'm Loving Right Now✨ One of my favorite tools to stay organized and decluttered is No Sidebar, filled with helpful articles about decluttering, minimalism, and simplicity. I've contributed several articles that you're welcome to read! ✨ My decluttering/organizing resource of the week is my conversation on Lisa's podcast, where I share more about my story and some great decluttering tips! ✨ My favorite recipe of the week is ground beef stir fry. Use fresh or frozen veggies! What are some things you're loving right now? Hit reply and let me know. On the journey with you, Emily P.S. Skipped to the end? No problem! This week on the podcast I chatted with Lisa Roers about how to become more resilient using the power of neuroplasticity to get out of overwhelm. |
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I help overwhelmed moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Decluttering coach and the host of top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
Decluttering Tips and Support Dear Reader, One of the questions I get the most often is WHERE should I start decluttering? It's a valid question, especially when we feel completely overwhelmed. Typically I have recommended a place that's not even in your home at all - your car. Why? Because it's a small, contained space with a super high trash to sentimental item ratio. Typically I find fruit snack wrappers, library books, and soccer balls in my car - things that are trash or can be relocated...
Decluttering Tips and Support Dear Reader, As I write this, I am almost 12 hours into a 24+ hour liquid-only fast before a routine medical procedure. Between bone broth and tea, I am white knuckling my way through, but it is causing some interesting cravings. This week's guest, Jess Przulj from the Habit Stacking Mom Podcast, is talking all things habits and habit stacking. And every time I hear the word "stack" I immediately think of a delicious stack of pancakes smothered in butter and...
Decluttering Tips and Support Dear Reader, Not long ago, I found myself frustrated as I pulled weeds in our front yard. My frustration stemmed from two places: 1. I detest all yard work. I have the opposite of a green thumb (black thumb??) and while I can tidy a room with ease, I am exhausted by the thought of pulling weeds or trimming hedges. 2. I thought my husband would take care of the yard, and I was annoyed that I had to do it. 😂 Pat and I have a pretty good division of labor when it...