Have you ever left something out on purpose so you wouldn’t forget it…
Only to watch it slowly turn into clutter?

You’re not lazy.
You’re not failing at tidying.
And you’re definitely not the only one doing this.

In this episode, I’m talking about the fine line between intentional visual reminders and everyday clutter. The kind that builds up quietly and then suddenly feels overwhelming. Especially in busy homes. Especially when you’re juggling family life, mental load, and a brain that works fast and forgets faster.

Is leaving things out actually helping you remember
Or is it adding to the chaos?

I share a real conversation from my own kitchen that sparked this episode and why it highlighted something so many women struggle with when it comes to decluttering, organizing, and home organization. We dive into why “I’ll put it away later” so often backfires and how even small habits can either support your organization or completely derail it.

This episode is about:

• Making declutter strategies work in real life
• Understanding the difference between clutter and intentional systems
• Reducing friction in your home without lowering your standards
• Overcoming overwhelm without trying to be more disciplined or perfect

Because the goal isn’t a spotless house.
It’s an organized home that supports your life.
And a family system that doesn’t rely on you remembering everything.

What if your reminders didn’t live on every surface?
What if tidying didn’t create tension in your home?

If you’re working on decluttering, organizing, and building habits that actually stick, this episode will give you a fresh way to look at how your home organization supports your brain, not fights it.

🎧 Press play and let’s rethink how we remember things without creating more mess.

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Feeling behind at the end of the year?

You’re not alone. And you’re not failing.

In this episode, I share a gentle end-of-year reflection on decluttering, organizing, and why so many women feel overwhelmed, even when they’ve been trying their hardest. Especially in real family life, and especially when neurodivergence is part of the picture.

We talk about clutter, tidying, and home organization without pressure. Why urgency doesn’t work. Why intentional goals matter more than New Year’s resolutions. And what actually helps when you want a calm, organized home that feels good enough for you and your family.

If you’re navigating declutter strategies, overcoming overwhelm, and trying to make organizing work in real life, this episode will help you slow down, reset your expectations, and start the new year without feeling behind.

You don’t need a perfect home.
You need one that supports you.

Press play and take a breath.

I’m also hosting a FREE online goal-setting session on
Saturday 3 January at 5pm Central European Time (11am ET).

This is a calm, intentional session focused on setting goals that support your home, your life, and your capacity. No rigid plans. No pressure.

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Have you ever decluttered something, decided it was leaving your house
and then watched it sit there for weeks?

The same box.
The same bag.
The same quiet irritation every time you walk past it.

You’ve decluttered.
You’ve been intentional.
You’ve done the hard part.

So why does it still feel unfinished?

In this episode of Living Clutter Free Forever, I’m talking about a stage of decluttering and home organization that almost nobody names. The moment when clutter is already gone in your mind, but still physically in your home.

This episode was inspired by a real question that came up during a live online decluttering session, and then echoed again in a one-to-one call with a member. Different homes. Same struggle.

This isn’t about motivation.
And it’s not about knowing how to tidy.

It’s about why organizing stalls right at the end, and what actually helps.

Inside the episode, I gently unpack why donation and selling piles linger, why this stage feels heavier than expected, and how the mental load of organizing, tidying, and managing clutter often lands with women.

I also share four realistic declutter strategies that help things finally leave your house, without overthinking, perfection, or added stress.

If you’re overwhelmed by clutter that’s already gone in your head
If your home organization feels almost finished but never quite complete
If you’re trying to create calm for yourself and your family but keep getting stuck at the final step

This episode will meet you exactly where you are.

Because decluttering isn’t failing.
It’s just getting stuck at the end.

And once you understand why, it becomes much easier to move forward, intentionally.

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Have you ever noticed how quickly things unravel at home the moment you’re not available?
One sick day and suddenly the laundry piles up, the kitchen looks wild, and you’re answering questions from bed about where the scissors live.

Why does everything depend on you?
And what would your home feel like if it didn’t?

In this week’s episode, I’m talking about a simple Messenger chat that completely shifted the topic I’d planned to record. It made me stop, take a breath, and ask myself the question so many of us avoid: What actually happens to the house when I go down?

Because here’s the truth.
Most women are carrying the entire mental load of the home.
Every drawer. Every appointment. Every meal. Every tiny piece of clutter.
It all lives in your head… until the day you can’t keep going.

And that’s exactly why intentional home organization, simple declutter strategies, and systems that support the whole family matter so much. Not for perfection. Not for aesthetics. But for those weeks when you’re sick, exhausted, or simply need an afternoon where you’re not tidying, organising, or answering twelve questions in a row.

In this episode, I’m sharing five tiny changes that help your home keep running when you can’t.
Small shifts. Practical ideas. Zero perfectionism.
Just real home organization that supports you, not the other way around.

If you want to overcome overwhelm, create a calmer home, and set up organising systems that don’t fall apart the moment you rest, this episode will really help you.

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Why do we put so much pressure on ourselves to declutter the entire house… in the busiest month of the year? And why does December always feel like the moment we should suddenly “get it together” with home organization, even when we’re already stretched thin?

If you’ve ever wondered why big decluttering projects feel impossible in December, you’re not alone.
There’s a real reason your organizing momentum disappears the moment the holiday chaos begins, and it has nothing to do with motivation.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden forces that make December the hardest month for declutter projects, tidying marathons, and anything that requires sustained focus. And more importantly?
I’m sharing 6 simple things you can organize instead that will give you back your time, your calm, and your sanity.

Because sometimes the smartest home organization strategy isn’t doing more... it’s doing what actually supports you in the season you’re in.

If you’re tired of feeling behind, overwhelmed by clutter, or frustrated that your family life gets more chaotic this time of year, this episode is going to help you breathe again.
I’ll show you how intentional, realistic organization can stabilise your days, reduce the noise, and make December feel lighter, without adding another stressful decluttering project to your plate.

What if this month wasn’t about achieving more… but about protecting your energy?
And what if the smallest organizational shifts could bring the biggest sense of relief?

Inside, I'll walk you through gentle, doable declutter strategies that work with your real life, especially if you’re already navigating family routines, neurodivergent needs, and holiday overwhelm.

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The holidays are supposed to feel joyful… yet so many of us are already exhausted before we even start.
The plans. The food. The gifts. The clutter.
It adds up fast, especially when you are juggling family life, organizing, and everything that comes with keeping a home running.

But here is the thing I have learned. Holiday overwhelm does not come from one big thing.
It comes from the hundreds of tiny pressures women carry alone.

So in this episode, I am breaking down why this season hits so differently for so many of us, and what you can do to protect your peace without deep cleaning your entire house, staying up until midnight tidying, or performing for anyone.

Want to know the real reason your brain spirals the second someone says “We might pop over”?
Want to feel calm walking into December instead of drowning in mental lists and expectations?

Inside the episode, I share five simple, realistic ways to choose calm over chaos.
These are the same declutter strategies I use with my clients, ADHD friendly, intentional, and focused on overcoming overwhelm rather than creating more of it.

You will learn how to shift out of perfection mode, create a home organization plan that actually supports you, and decide what really matters for your family this season.
No shame. No pressure. Just practical organizing tips, mindset shifts that stick, and a new way of approaching the holidays that will not leave you burnt out.

If you are craving a calmer Christmas, this one is for you.

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Why does holiday gift giving feel so heavy every year?
And why do we keep buying things that add clutter instead of joy?

If you’ve ever found yourself overspending, overthinking, or overwhelmed by the pressure to “get it right,” you’re definitely not alone.

This episode dives into the hidden mental load behind holiday gifting — the obligation, the expectations, the debt, the clutter — and why so many of us end up stressed instead of excited.

But here’s the good news.
It doesn’t have to be like this.

In this conversation, I share 5 simple shifts that make gift giving feel meaningful again. No clutter. No guilt. No draining your finances just to keep up.
Just intentional choices that actually support your wellbeing, your organization goals, and the home you want to live in.

We talk about mindful gifting, realistic declutter strategies, and how home organization ties into the way we buy, give, and receive things. You'll hear practical ideas that help you stay grounded during the season, and help your family avoid the cycle of clutter long after the holidays are over.

If you’re ready to feel calmer, clearer, and more in control during a season that usually overwhelms you… this one’s for you.

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November hits differently, doesn't it?
The days get darker. The routines wobble. And suddenly every surface in the house seems to collect clutter overnight.

If you have been looking around your home wondering, Why does this feel so hard right now?
Or catching yourself thinking, How am I supposed to keep up with organizing when I'm already exhausted?
This episode is for you.

In this week's conversation, I'm sharing why November is the month where overwhelm peaks and what you can do about it with simple, intentional declutter strategies that actually work in real life.

No big projects.
No perfection.
Just practical home organization that helps you breathe again.

You will hear how I'm handling my own November wobble, why tidying feels harder this time of year, and the tiny actions that help you stay on track even when life, family demands, and mental load feel heavier than usual.

Most importantly, you will find out how to make December easier for your future self without burning out and without needing to overhaul your whole home.

If you are craving calm, clarity, and home organization that supports you rather than drains you, this episode will help you start overcoming overwhelm today.

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