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Savanna's decluttering story - we played keep/don't keep! Jun 07, 2019

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In today’s special episode from our Clutter Chronicles series, I’m sharing the incredible real-life transformation of my friend, Savanna Servatius—a mom who went from overwhelmed by clutter to reclaiming peace and simplicity in her home.

Savanna and I met in a Facebook group while we were both pregnant, and as life would have it, we ended up living just five minutes apart. Our friendship grew through shared motherhood struggles, and one day, I asked her a simple question: Want help decluttering? She didn’t hesitate. She was ready.

What happened next? We tackled 24 trash bags of toys (yes, 24!), cleared out closets full of unworn clothes, and created a system that actually worked for her family. But more than that, Savanna experienced the mindset shift that so many moms struggle to reach—letting go of the guilt, the “just in case” items, and the endless cycle of laundry overwhelm.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How we got rid of 24 bags of toys—and why her kids didn’t miss them at all

✔️ The bathtub purge method that helped her finally let go of clothing clutter

✔️ The biggest mistake most moms make when trying to declutter—and how to avoid it

✔️ How tackling one load of laundry at a time completely changed her daily life

✔️ Why decluttering is about so much more than just “getting rid of stuff”

Savanna’s journey proves that you don’t have to wait for the “perfect” time to start. Small steps create big change. If you’re feeling stuck in clutter, this episode will give you the motivation and simple strategies you need to start today!

🎧 Listen now and get inspired to create a home that feels lighter, calmer, and easier to manage!

👉 Want weekly support on your decluttering journey? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for practical tips, encouragement, and simple steps to create a home that works for you! Sign up here.

EP35 Balancing it all as a working mom with Teach.Workout.Love Jun 07, 2019

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Jennifer Purcell, creator and owner of the blog Teach.Workout.Love shares with us her thoughts on balance and how she practices it in her life. She shares how she delegates and manages ALL of her responsibilities as a teacher, mom, wife, and owner/facilitator of a high traffic and successful blog!

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
... how Jennifer started her blog Teach.Workout.Love and why, AND her plans for her future in teaching and blogging

... her best tips for delegating both in the home and in her professional life

... how she compartmentalizes the roles and responsibilities she has

... her favorite calendering tips!

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

... The Purgeathon - my free decluttering challenge designed to build massive momentum in decluttering your home
...Seven Days To An Uncluttered Home my best mini course designed to specifically help you dramatically declutter the most commonly overwhelming areas of your home
...This live video I recorded with our Facebook community "How unimportant your clutter really is"

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Thank you so much for being a part of this movement and helping it to grow!

Lots of love,

Krista

Just in case clutter and how to let it go Jun 05, 2019

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Do you have items in your home that you’re holding onto just in case—things you might need one day but probably never will? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the clutter that often sneaks into our homes and minds, taking up space and energy. It’s the just in case clutter—the stuff you keep because you might need it someday. But let’s be real, how often does that “someday” actually come?

In this episode, we explore:

✔️ What 'just in case' clutter really is and why it holds you back

✔️ The mental exhaustion it creates and how it keeps you stuck in fear

✔️ Simple steps to finally let go of the things that are holding you hostage in your home

✔️ Practical advice like the 20/20 rule to ease the fear of letting go

✔️ How to focus on what you actually use—and why that makes all the difference

You’ll hear common examples of this clutter (think: baby clothes, extra dishes, old tools), and I’ll share how letting go isn’t just about clearing space—it’s about freeing your mind and your energy to focus on what truly matters.

The best part? I’ll walk you through how to start small and make real progress with decluttering—no big overwhelm, just simple action steps.

🎧 Tune in for practical, real-life tips on letting go of your 'just in case' clutter, and reclaiming the peace and space you deserve.

👉 Need more support with your decluttering journey? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, support, and encouragement straight to your inbox! Sign up here.

EP33 How we 'do' toys in our house and the full list of what we have Jun 04, 2019

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Come learn FINALLY how I rotate toys for our kids of varying ages (1.5-13 years old), what toys we have and WHY.

I finally share with you HOW I do it, and how to do it without self sabotage, a strict approach and one size fits all toy set up, and of course... what everyone always asks, what toys we have.

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
... how to STOP complicating the toy simplifying process

... How I rotate toys to promote DEPTH in their play

... How I set up toys in our house with a wide range of ages of kids

... The full list of toys that we have

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

These podcast episodes about toys

Ten Reasons To Declutter Your Kids's Toys

How to declutter when you have kids and your friends and family give you so much stuff

The problem with donating toys

A new way to declutter toys (that really works!)

How to see past all the $$ you spent on toys you want to declutter

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

EP31 Listen to this when you're feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated Jun 03, 2019

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This episode is special for YOU when you have those days where everything just feels like it's too much. When you are feeling unsupported, overwhelmed and like you just can't get things done. Spoiler alert - you can! I share my best tips for doing it!

A lot of times we feel this really big things that keep us stagnant and stuck, and then those feelings compound on themselves. I am going to teach you how to turn that around with really easy practical steps AND share with you the ways that I still fall into this trap sometimes.

IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
... how we OVER estimate what we can do in a day, and UNDER estimate what we can get done in a year

...how to focus on what you CAN do, instead of staying stuck in the everything you can't do right now and how far you have to go

... how to see your overwhelm for what it is, and how to operate from your BEST self

... how to find support and what motivates you to get up and go especially when you are feeling like you don't want to

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE

Enroll in Decluttering Simplified here

Enroll in Clear Your Clutter here (its free!)

Enroll in Motherhood Simplified

Enroll in Toy Decluttering 101 here

Enroll in Clothes Decluttering 101 here

Coming Clean With Cassandra Gessel May 31, 2019

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If you’ve ever felt like life is too overwhelming to even think about decluttering, this episode is for you. Cassandra Gessel’s story is one of resilience, determination, and proof that simplifying your home can be life-changing—even when circumstances make it feel impossible.

Cassandra found Motherhood Simplified during a difficult season. Recovering from back surgery, she was scrolling Pinterest from her hospital bed, searching for a way to regain control of her home. What started as a desperate attempt to manage chaos quickly turned into a life-altering journey toward less clutter, less stress, and more peace.

But her journey wasn’t easy. Within a month of starting, she broke her leg and faced serious health complications that kept her in and out of the hospital. Yet, despite these setbacks, she pressed forward—decluttering even from her wheelchair, determined to create a home that supported her healing and her family’s well-being.

In this episode, we cover:

✔️ How Cassandra decluttered through major health challenges and hospital stays

✔️ The mental roadblocks she had to overcome—especially around growing up with financial insecurity

✔️ How her support system (including her husband and mom) played a crucial role in her success

✔️ The unexpected benefits of decluttering, from reduced anxiety to more time with her kids

✔️ How simplifying her home helped her recover faster and adapt to life’s unpredictable moments

Cassandra’s story is a powerful reminder that decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about creating more space for what truly matters. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode will give you the motivation and encouragement to take that first step.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired by Cassandra’s journey toward a lighter, more manageable home—no matter what challenges life throws your way.

👉 Want weekly encouragement and practical decluttering tips? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for step-by-step guidance and support! Sign up here.

Decluttering during deployment with Sarah Potter May 29, 2019

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Military life is unpredictable, and when Sarah Potter’s husband was sent on a surprise deployment, she found herself overwhelmed—not just by the demands of solo parenting, but by the sheer amount of stuff in their home. They had been debating their next move—he wanted a bigger house to fit everything, she wanted a smaller house with less to manage—but nothing was changing.

That’s when Sarah made a bold decision: She was going to take control of her home while he was away.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How Sarah discovered Motherhood Simplified while searching for organization tips that weren’t helping

✔️ The mindset shift that helped her stop waiting for permission and start decluttering

✔️ Why she focused on her own things first (and why she didn’t declutter a single item of her husband’s!)

✔️ The hilarious way she got rid of things (hint: it involved a second-story window!)

✔️ What happened when her husband returned—and how he started decluttering on his own

Sarah’s story is proof that you don’t need your family to be on board before you start. If you’ve been waiting for permission, feeling stuck, or thinking your clutter problem is because of other people, this episode will give you the motivation and perspective shift you need.

🎧 Listen now and find out how Sarah transformed her home—and how you can do the same.

👉 Want step-by-step support for decluttering? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for weekly tips, encouragement, and practical strategies! Sign up here.

Danielle Grigg & Her 27 Whisks May 29, 2019

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Life is unpredictable—job changes, new babies, natural disasters, and unexpected injuries. But what if decluttering could help you handle life's biggest challenges with less stress and more ease? That’s exactly what happened for Danielle Grigg, and in this episode, she shares how simplifying her home made all the difference.

Danielle’s story is so relatable—from feeling overwhelmed at seven months pregnant to dealing with job transitions, an earthquake, and even knee surgery. Through it all, decluttering gave her peace of mind, a sense of control, and a home that supported her family instead of stressing her out.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How decluttering helped Danielle prepare for postpartum and unexpected job loss

✔️ The moment she realized she owned SEVENTEEN whisks (and why that changed everything!)

✔️ How she navigated resistance from her husband—and what eventually made him start decluttering too

✔️ Why a simplified home made recovering from knee surgery so much easier

✔️ The surprising way decluttering helped her in a major earthquake

Danielle proves that decluttering isn’t just about creating a tidy home—it’s about making life easier, reducing stress, and giving yourself the space to focus on what really matters.

🎧 Listen now and get inspired to start your own decluttering journey—one small step at a time!

👉 Want weekly support for decluttering your home and simplifying motherhood? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for practical tips, encouragement, and step-by-step guidance! Sign up here.

Aimee Powell - decluttering and finding herself again May 29, 2019

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Decluttering isn’t just about having a clean house—it’s about finding peace, reclaiming your time, and creating a home that supports the life you truly want. That’s exactly what Aimee Powell discovered on her journey to simplifying her home and mindset.

At first, Aimee thought she needed better organization or maybe even a house cleaner to stay on top of the mess. But after joining Motherhood Simplified, she realized the real issue wasn’t the mess—it was the sheer amount of stuff filling her home and mind.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How a friend’s decluttering success inspired Aimee to start her own journey

✔️ The eye-opening moment she realized she had moved the same unopened box from house to house for three years

✔️ How she overcame guilt, the fear of needing things later, and emotional attachments to items

✔️ Why decluttering helped her break free from comparison and redefine success on her own terms

✔️ How she went from feeling overwhelmed in a 3,300-square-foot house to confidently preparing for a downsized, simplified life

Aimee’s story is so relatable—whether you’re holding onto things because of a “just in case” mindset, struggling to part with sentimental items, or feeling like you don’t even know where to start. She’s proof that decluttering isn’t just about stuff—it’s about creating a home and life that feel lighter, calmer, and easier to manage.

🎧 Listen now and get the motivation you need to take that first step toward a clutter-free home!

👉 Want weekly decluttering tips and support? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for step-by-step guidance and encouragement! Sign up here.

Kaitlyn Rook - Shoveling the Toys Away May 29, 2019

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What if the secret to more time, less stress, and deeper connections with your family wasn’t in doing more—but in having less? That’s exactly what Kaitlyn Rook discovered when she decluttered her home and simplified her life.

Like so many moms, Kaitlyn felt overwhelmed by the chaos in her home. With three kids, a busy fiancé, and never-ending cleaning, she was exhausted—constantly tidying but never feeling caught up. The turning point came when a friend introduced her to Motherhood Simplified, and Kaitlyn decided to take action.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

✔️ How decluttering helped Kaitlyn go from overwhelmed to empowered

✔️ The moment she realized she didn’t need to hold onto things “just in case”

✔️ How getting rid of excess toys led to deeper, more engaged playtime for her kids

✔️ Why shopping became intentional—and why she no longer feels the need to buy more stuff

✔️ The unexpected joy of hosting and entertaining in a simplified home

Kaitlyn’s story is proof that decluttering isn’t just about creating a clean house—it’s about creating a home that allows you to truly enjoy motherhood.

🎧 Listen now and get inspired to take your first step toward a clutter-free, more peaceful home!

👉 Want weekly decluttering tips and encouragement? Join the Motherhood Simplified newsletter for step-by-step guidance and motivation! Sign up here.

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