I help overwhelmed moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Decluttering coach and the host of top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
Take Control of Your Time in 6 SIMPLE Steps
Decluttering Tips and Support Weekly Newsletter Vol. 4
Dear Reader,
This week I decided to take my own advice - slow down and put boundaries around how I was spending my time. I had been stretched thin and (ironically) felt a bit overwhelmed!
I decided recently to move my "home" activities like cleaning, errands, and medical appointments on Tuesdays/Thursdays, while moving my work activities to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. I felt a lot less scattered this week and didn't dread going to the grocery store nearly as much!
It's amazing how such a small shift has allowed me to feel more joy this week, even in the "blessed mundane" tasks of motherhood.
If you're feeling overwhelmed and like you don't have control of your time, try my 6-step S.I.M.P.L.E. method:
Stop so you can actually think and reflect - try to find a quiet place, limit distractions, so you can actually think about the problem(s) overwhelming you
Imagine the ideal scenario - write it down! What is the ideal outcome you are looking for? Be specific.
Mind the gap between what is and what you want - ask yourself, do you need to be creative about finding the resources you need? Don't judge, just notice the gap and how it's affecting you.
Plan one small change in one area - ONE change in ONE area because we are going after small, sustainable changes that make a big impact!
Let those affected by this change know why you are doing it and when - explain to your family, friends, and others impacted by this change what you expect and be patient with them as they follow your guidance.
Execute your plan and enjoy the results - test your small change for a few weeks before tweaking. Notice what is working, what isn't, and be willing to make adjustments.
If you want to change your environment and get rid of your clutter for good, I'd love to meet you in a 60-minute decluttering coaching session!
Before You Go...
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Thanks for welcoming me into your inbox every week. I appreciate you so much. See you next Thursday where we'll celebrate my 100th episode of the Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast!!
On this journey with you,
Emily
P.S. Scrolled to the end? No problem. This week on the podcast I shared my 6-step S.I.M.P.L.E. method to help you get out of overwhelm and spoke to Kirsten Vossler about overcoming your "martyr mindset" to see motherhood as a powerful calling.
Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Weekly Newsletter
I help overwhelmed moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Decluttering coach and the host of top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.
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