The Decluttered Mom Podcast

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066: Overcoming Overspending with Paige Pritchard - Part 2 Oct 31, 2023

Show notes

Have you ever considered the connection between ADHD and overspending? Well, you're not alone. Our today's conversation with Paige Pritchard opens up an enlightening discussion about this often overlooked link. Paige, with her brilliant insights, explains the underlying triggers for impulsive spending and offers practical solutions to put the brakes on this habit. If you're all ears to tips like gamifying your spending or practicing a pause before making a purchase, you're in for a treat!
We further dissect the thrill of anticipatory purchases and the cycle of binge and restrict spending. Has the excitement of buying ever overshadowed the joy of owning for you? We share a unique 'shopping sprint' strategy that can help manage overspending, and discuss ways to combat the vicious cycle that often leads to financial strain. Plus, if you're intrigued by the idea of how anticipation can actually lead to more thoughtful spending, you'll find our conversation incredibly useful.
In the final leg of the episode, we share some invaluable advice on curbing grocery expenses and impulsive online shopping. Ever thought of a 'takeout fake out' meal at home? Or using grocery pickup to keep within budget? We also emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, making intentional eating out decisions, and the reality check of listing all items bought off social media. Tune in for an hour of insightful conversation that promises to help you break the cycle of overspending and take control of your purchasing decisions. With Paige's expert guidance, you'll be paving the way toward mindful spending in no time!

Find Diana Rene on social media:
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Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

065: Overcoming Overspending with Paige Pritchard - Part 1 Oct 24, 2023

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This week is the first part of a chat Diana had with guest expert Paige Pritchard from @overcoming_overspending. Paige is a spending coach who helps women stop impulse shopping and overspending.

You can find out more about Paige and her program at:

Instagram: @overcoming_overspending
TikTok: @overcoming_overspending
YouTube Channel
The Money Love Podcast
Free Masterclass: Why You Impulse Shop & How To Stop
Work with Paige: Overcoming Overspending Membership

In part 1, Paige shares what overspending means and provides tips for overcoming past financial shame.

They’ll also discuss:

How Paige discovered her passion for helping women develop healthier spending habits.
Having compassion instead of shame for past financial mistakes.
How surrounding yourself with a supportive community who can relate helps remove the shame.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep065

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

064: How to Keep Your Kids Organized After School with Miss 9 Oct 17, 2023

Show notes

Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos that happens once your kids come home after school? Today, you’ll hear from a very special two-time guest as she shares her after-school checklist.
In this episode, Diana talks to her daughter, Miss 9, about her after-school routine.
You can find Diana’s FREE after-school checklist here: https://www.dianarene.com/checklist
We’ll also discuss:

The benefits of having a checklist.
How putting items in their designated homes makes the mornings easier.
Ways to make checking off the tasks a fun activity.
Some tips on how to create your checklists.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep064

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

063: De-Overwhelm the Holidays Oct 10, 2023

Show notes

This week, we are resharing an oldie but a goodie, the Power of a Brain Release! We are right at the start of all the fall and winter holidays, and all of the holidays tend to drive overwhelm. It can be challenging to remember everything with so many things to keep track of. One helpful method is a brain release, which can significantly decrease stress and lighten the mental load of trying not to forget anything.

In this episode, Diana shares how she creates a weekly brain release to prioritize certain tasks while leaving room for flexibility.
We’ll also discuss:

Some prompts on how to get started and the steps to work through it
And how to add it to your weekly schedule
The free Minimal-ish Planner can be found here: https://www.dianarene.com/2023-planner and the 2024 planner is in the works!

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep063

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

062: Body Doubling? Huh? Oct 03, 2023

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Have you ever had difficulty getting started with a task or project? Maybe trouble completing one? There’s a productivity hack, or strategy, that helps kickstart productivity. And we just started implementing it in our decluttering program, Minimal-ish Starts Here!
In this episode, Diana discusses the power of body doubling to kickstart productivity and overcome executive dysfunction.
We’ll also discuss:

What is body doubling?
Listen to Diana’s journey to being diagnosed with ADHD here: Ep039: My ADHD Journey - Part 1
How body doubling helps with ADHD or executive dysfunction.
How we’re using body doubling in our decluttering program.
Send me a DM on Instagram @the.decluttered.mom and share what topics you’d like to hear on this podcast.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep062

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

061: Why I Keep My Kids Off Social Media - Part 2 Sep 26, 2023

Show notes

This week’s episode is the second part of a two-part series. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, be sure to check that out first. You can find it here: Ep060 - Why I Keep My Kids Off Social Media - Part 1. Sharing pictures or videos of your children on social media is a controversial topic, and ultimately, it’s a personal decision that every parent needs to make for themselves.
In this episode, Diana will continue to share her reasons for keeping her kids off social media.
We’ll also discuss:

The dangers of having your kids online.
The odd social dynamics for children who are on large influencer accounts.
Older kids are coming forward to share their experience of growing up as their parent's content for social media.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep061

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

060: Why I Keep My Kids Off Social Media - Part 1 Sep 19, 2023

Show notes

It’s kind of rare in current times for moms to keep their kids off of their social media. Even more so when in the mom-influencer space. Whether you choose to share your kids or not is a personal choice.
In this episode, Diana gets personal and shares her reasons for choosing to keep her kids off of social media.
We’ll also discuss:

The expectations we have when we follow people on social media.
When and why Diana decided to stop sharing her kids.
The fears I have with putting my kids' identifying information online.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep060

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

059: Detox Your Decor: Seasonal Edit Sep 12, 2023

Show notes

Decorating for different seasons can be challenging, especially if you want to avoid clutter. However, there are ways to achieve a seasonal look without adding unnecessary items. Whether you only decorate for big holidays or change your decor by season, Diana’s systems will help.
In this episode, Diana shares five easy tips and tricks to help you keep a clutter-free home when adding seasonal decor.
Tips in this episode:

Use what you have first.
Organize your decorations by season/ holiday.
Know when to let unused decorations go.
Supplement decor with anything new you want to buy.
Replace your non-seasonal decor instead of adding.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep059

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

058: Kids and Their Toys Sep 05, 2023

Show notes

One topic that resonates with many moms and that Diana receives many messages about is toys. What do we do with toys? How toys impact our child's play. How many toys are too many toys? Am I getting the right kinds of toys for my kids? It can be overwhelming and confusing when it comes to what we should be doing to help our kids when it comes to play.
Have you ever noticed that your little one isn't interested in their toy collection? We'll share some eye-opening insights that might change your perspective on how many toys your child needs. We'll bust some common myths and get real about the benefits of a simplified play environment. Plus, we'll give you some helpful tips on decluttering and optimizing your child's playtime.
In this episode, we’re sharing an oldie but a goodie. It’s the second episode we created, but it’s the most downloaded episode. Let’s talk about toys!
We’ll also discuss:

How do kids play when they have lots of toys compared to minimal toys
What does research show about the number of toys that are best for children
Release the guilt around what you’ve done in the past and embrace having fewer toys

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep058

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

057: Less-Stress Holidays Aug 29, 2023

Show notes

Are you thinking about the holidays yet or not really because it’s still August? We have approximately eleven weeks until Thanksgiving and are gearing up to host our Member-Only 10-week Challenge! That’s where we work through Diana’s signature course, Minimal-ish Starts Here, in small bite-size chunks together. To join this challenge and be ‘Decluttered by the Holidays,’ you can purchase Minimal-ish Starts Here (plus some excellent bonuses!) for 50% off until midnight on August 29th!
Click here to join our program and the Member-Ony 10-week Challenge and be ‘Decluttered by the Holidays.’
In this episode, Diana explains how to reduce stress during the holiday season.
We’ll also discuss:

Why having a decluttered home during the holidays will drastically decrease stress levels.
What are some ways that we can lower our baseline stress level?
Adding holiday decorations to a cluttered home might make it feel more messy.
Our to-do list grows during the holiday season. Let’s set ourselves up for success in our home.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Get the show notes and transcription here: www.dianarene.com/podcast/ep057

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready to toss things, but don't know where to start? Grab my list of 15 things so you can Declutter Without Thinking! And find all of my free resources here.

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