36 | The Power of the Right Tools: What You Need to Start Your Next Decluttering Project

Jun 9

When You Have the Right Tool,
Hard Jobs Get Easier

If you've ever found yourself deep in a DIY project—or in the middle of a decluttering meltdown—you know exactly how exhausting it can be to keep pushing forward without the right tools. In this episode of the Stress Less Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on three big projects I’ve been working on (hello cabin stairs, dreamy indoor playhouse, and my new display shelf wall) and what happened when I stubbornly tried to muscle through them without the proper tools. Spoiler alert: I ended up with a sore hand, a major break from progress, and a fresh reminder of why using the right tool changes everything.

I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at how I finally gave myself permission to stop struggling, walk across the driveway, and borrow the tool that made everything easier. What once took hours and left me frustrated and physically exhausted was suddenly done in minutes—and actually fun to complete.

And it got me thinking—this is exactly what happens when you try to declutter your home without a system or plan. You can figure it out on your own. You are capable. But why make it harder than it needs to be?

That’s why I created The Decide Guide, a free digital tool that helps moms like you cut through the clutter with confidence. Instead of wasting time feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing your decisions, or walking away halfway through a space, The Decide Guide gives you a clear path forward—one that actually works with your brain instead of against it.

In this episode, I’m sharing how this simple mindset shift applies to organizing your home, why decision fatigue is the real enemy, and how The Decide Guide is the shortcut you didn’t know you needed. You’ll also get a sneak peek into the new Room-by-Room Organizing Guides I’m creating (based on feedback from Decide Guide users!) to help you tackle your whole home—one space at a time.

This episode will leave you feeling empowered, energized, and equipped with the tools to finally move forward.

Tune in to the full episode now on the Stress Less Podcast—and don’t forget to download the free Decide Guide linked below!

Key Takeaways from This Episode

A behind-the-scenes look at the three DIY projects I tackled—and how the right tool changed everything
Why pushing through with the wrong tools wastes time, energy, and motivation
The real reason moms get stuck when trying to declutter their homes
How to ditch decision fatigue and start making faster, more confident choices
What’s inside The Decide Guide and how it simplifies your decluttering process
The 4-step method I teach for organizing any space
A sneak peek at the upcoming Room-by-Room Organizing Guides