The Decluttered Mom Podcast

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056: Tips for Back to School - Part 3 Aug 22, 2023

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Have you implemented any of the tips from the previous episodes? If yes, send Diana a DM or leave a review because we’d love to hear how it helped!

Are you interested in joining our giveaway? Click the link below for more information and how to enter.

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This is the final episode in our 3-part Back to School series. Diana shares more practical and stress-free strategies to help make weekdays easier.
Tips in this episode:

Batch baking for the week
Pick out all your child’s outfits for the week on Sunday to help with decision fatigue and searching for items in the morning
Fill up your gas tank and clean out your car on Sundays
Do a brain release when you’re starting to feel overwhelmed. Find more details on Ep009: Power of Brain Release
Checklists! Click Here to get Diana's kids' 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/ep056

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.

055: Tips for Back to School - Part 2 Aug 15, 2023

Show notes

Are you struggling with the back-to-school chaos? I’m sharing six practical, stress-busting strategies, from snack time tips to tools for managing school schedules. Remember, there's a chance to win $300 for your back-to-school needs too. Let’s make this school year the best one yet!

Are you interested in joining our giveaway? Click the link below for more information and how to enter.
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This is the second episode of a three-part series. Diana shares more practical strategies for managing back-to-school stress and schedules.
Tips we discuss in this episode:

Dodge the snack time funk by creating a master snack list
Keep the first weekend after school totally clear and low key
Create 1:1 time with each child
Load your planner/calendar with all the back-to-school things
Use alarms or use personal assistants to give you countdowns and reminders to be ready for school
Have snacks ready to avoid hangry kids

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/ep055

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.

054: Tips for Back to School - Part 1 Aug 08, 2023

Show notes

It’s almost back-to-school time, as most schools tend to return in the fall. And that means new routines and the end of the summer schedule. Today we’re starting a three-part series sharing many tips to help make this time, or any time during the school year, less chaotic.

Are you interested in joining our giveaway? Click the link below for more information and how to enter.

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In the first episode of a three-part series, Diana shares practical tips for simplifying your morning routine and supporting your child's teachers.
We’ll also discuss:

Writing lunch notes for the whole semester in one sitting
Ways to help simplify the morning routine
Teacher’s favorite sheet to get them something they’ll appreciate: Click Here to Download the Teacher's Favorites Form
Everything by the door the night before
Pack lunches the night before

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/ep054

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.

053: Accidental Minimalism Aug 01, 2023

Show notes

Have you ever unintentionally become a minimalist? That's exactly what happened to Diana in her early twenties. She was a recent graduate, moving from the snowy region of Michigan to sunny Colorado, and only took what she could pack in her tiny car. But it didn’t last long!

In this episode, Diana shares when she went from being an accidental minimalist to being overwhelmed with stuff.
We’ll also discuss:

Diana’s story about her move to Colorado.
The “need” to fill our empty spaces with stuff instead of having empty rooms.
How clutter isn’t just physical.

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/ep053

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.

052: Gifts Chat with Tricia Regar Jul 25, 2023

Show notes

Today we share a conversation from the spring of 2021 that Diana had with an Instagram friend, Tricia Regar, from @cleanhousewithkids. She’s so wonderful and is a mom of 7 who lives a minimalist lifestyle! Check her out for a different dynamic on living a simpler life with a large family.

In this episode, Diana talks with Tricia Regar from @cleanhousewithkids all about gift-giving.
We’ll also discuss:

A previous episode about gift-giving, Ep017: Dealing with Toys as Gifts
Hear Tricia’s background and how she became a minimalist
Consumerism and when it shifted in our culture
What do you do when you receive a gift after you told them you don't want it?
A blog post about gift-giving “How to Ask for Experience Gifts for Kids?”

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/ep052

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.

051: Before They Know Different Jul 18, 2023

Show notes

Learning to let go is a big challenge for many people and is likely one of the reasons you listen to this podcast. For those of you with small children who don’t understand the act of decluttering or living with less, you have a rare opportunity for them to grow up already knowing the benefits of living a clutter-free life. Of course, letting go of things can be learned at any age, but why not introduce them to this concept early in life so it’s easier for them in the future?

In this episode, Diana shares a clip from ‘Miss Six,’ her 6-year-old daughter, and discusses how it’s easier for her to let go since a Minimal-ish life is all she’s ever known.
We’ll also discuss:

Miss 6’s cute audio clip from when she was four years old
The benefits of being young and only knowing a clutter-free home
How anyone at any age can learn to let go

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/ep051

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.

050: Making Life Easier Jul 11, 2023

Show notes

Struggling to remember daily tasks while juggling the challenges of being a mom? Ever wished for a magic memory hack to make your day run smoothly? I get it! Using normal human behavior can help you remember to do things throughout your day and make your life easier.

In this episode, Diana shares tips and tricks to help you manage your daily routine better and ensure you have more control over your day.
We’ll also discuss:

Diana shares a recent family trip that turned into an unexpected adventure
Using your normal human behavior to help remember things you need to do
Habit stacking and how it personally helped Diana’s routine
‘Watering hole’ concept from Alex Hormozi @hormozi and The Game 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/ep050

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.

049: Live a Life with Less Stress Jul 04, 2023

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Diana talks about her free 5-Day Challenge and how much it’s grown since 2018. If you missed it this time, join us in January 2024. Even if you didn’t join us, scroll down to snag a big discount!

In this episode, Diana shares stories and messages from a few of the over 5,000 members of her signature program, Minimal-ish Starts Here.

We share:

Diana shares a funny story about Mary, one of the first members and the first coach.
Someone who started with the 5-Day Challenge in January says the program is “life changing.”
Other members thanked Diana and now have so much extra time in their life
Diana talks about our tight-knit member community and how everyone cheers each other on.
A member who finished the program shared something that surprised her. She was able to release things she was holding onto for “someday,” and she was able to embrace who she is today in the season of life.
Decluttering on your own or with us will create a home and culture where you can live a life of less stress.

Get Minimal-ish Starts Here for at a discounted price until midnight on July 6th: Minimal-ish Starts Here

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/ep049

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.

048: Budgeting when Overwhelmed with Carly Hill of Debt Free Mom Jun 27, 2023

Show notes

This week we’re continuing our discussion with Carly of Debt Free Mom. She provides valuable strategies for managing your finances when overwhelmed, such as budgeting by pay period instead of monthly budgets. She shares tips on where you can look for ways to save money—and make mindset shifts about your money so it serves you for the stage you’re in right now.

This episode is part two of Diana’s interview with Carly Hill. Be sure to listen to Episode 047 to catch the beginning. And follow Carly on Instagram at @debtfree.mom for tons of tips and resources.
Questions from the community include:

What are some general or big tips for budgeting when you have ADHD?
Where do you start if you’re just getting started with budgeting and overwhelmed with debt?
Is there a mindset shift that can help us not get out of control with our spending but not feel guilty if we buy something we can afford?

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/ep048

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.

047: Contentment with Less with Carly Hill of Debt Free Mom Jun 20, 2023

Show notes

This week we’re very excited to speak with Carly Hill, the founder, and owner of Debt Free Mom. Carly is a mom of 4 and has a passion for teaching women and families how to manage their money with clear financial goals. Diana and Carly met through Instagram a few years ago and became fast friends. And they were fortunate enough to meet in person last summer!

In this guest episode, Diana asks Carly of @debtfree.mom your questions about contentment, personal finance, and tips to avoid impulse buying.

Questions from the community include:

What does contentment mean to you?
How does contentment tie into decluttering?
What is your number one tangible tip for anyone that struggles with retail therapy?
Is it ok, from a budget perspective, to donate the items I’m decluttering?
Is Carly a thrifter?

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/ep047

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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