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Why does rest feel like laziness, even after you've been cleaning all day?If you've ever spent hours tidying, organising, and managing your home (only to feel guilty the moment you sit down) this video is for you. That creeping sense of laziness when you rest isn't a personal flaw. It's conditional rest: the belief that you have to earn the right to stop, and that your worth is tied to your productivity.In this episode, I'm unpacking why so many women (especially mothers) struggle to rest without guilt, why domestic labour is never "finished enough" to justify stopping, and how perfectionism and invisible mental load keep us trapped in constant motion.
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This week on TOM Extra Spin we tackle the resentment, the mental load, and the real strategies that don't involve passive-aggressive dish-stacking.
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your little prompts ...
What do I genuinely enjoy every year?
What drains me every time, no matter how hard I try?
Where is my time actually going?
Who matters the most to me?
What do I want Boxing Day to feel like?
What tradition deserves a gentle retirement?
And what tiny new thing (even the smallest ritual) would actually bring me joy?
Gem x
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November can feel like an energy dip, but what if it’s actually a hidden gift? Let's reframe it as the perfect pause, an invitation to unwind, simplify routines and recharge before the busy festive weeks set in.
Discover how dialling back now helps you show up stronger, steadier, and more present for all that’s ahead.
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Autumn can feel like a race you never signed up for. In this episode, I’m digging into “do it all” culture, from never-ending work emails to the wave of Autumn and winter traditions everyone seems to expect, like Elf on the Shelf, Boo baskets, and those Instagram-perfect Christmas Eve picnics.
I’m sharing how overcommitting can turn even the best intentions into burnout. I’ve learned that doing less isn’t lazy, it’s self-preservation. So I’m walking through practical ways to reclaim your time and stop performing. If you’re fed up with feeling like this time of year is a marathon of more, this one’s for you. Gem x
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Ever felt that irresistible pull towards a brand new notebook or journal? Maybe starting over with a fresh, blank page feels like the missing piece to finally get organised, creative, or productive. But what if these shiny new things are actually keeping you stuck?Today we dive into the sneaky ways the allure of novelty ... new planners, journals, and all those untouched pages ... can actually hinder real progress and growth. It’s a video for anyone who’s ever chased the thrill of a fresh start but found themselves repeating the same old patterns.In this video, we'll explore:
We need to talk about making habits stick .. grab your tea and let's get into it! For all the info about the work I do and TOM then head to ... www.theorganisedmethod.com
Christmas doesn’t have to be chaos. In this episode, Gemma unpacks what Organised Christmas is really about (not perfection), but scaffolding that gives you breathing room when December gets busy.
From presents wrapped before December, to money saved with supermarket pots and bargain finds on Vinted, Team TOM shares their biggest wins from last year.
You’ll hear how tiny steps now ...a gift list here, a pantry check there can snowball into little wins when the festive season arrives. ✨
After almost a decade as The Organised Mum Method, we’ve made a big change: dropping the “Mum.”
In this first full episode of TOM: Extra Spin, I’m pulling back the curtain on why the rebrand matters, what it means for the future of TOM, and how it feels to let go of something that’s been part of my identity for so long.
’m also sharing a life update from our family’s epic summer adventure across Canada, from Niagara Falls to the Rockies.
This episode is part brand story, part personal catch-up, and the perfect place to start if you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on behind the method.
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