37 | Say Goodbye to Clutter: A Four-Step Method for Busy Moms

Jun 22

The Four-Step Method That Makes Home Organization Feel Manageable
(Even When You’re Overwhelmed)

Ever feel like your house is bursting at the seams but you have no idea where to start? You're staring at the mess, thinking, “If I had a free weekend and a team of professionals, maybe I could get this under control.” But let’s be real—you’re a busy mom with zero extra time and a to-do list that doesn’t quit.

This episode of the Stress Less Podcast is here to change that.

I’m walking you through the exact four-step method I use to organize any space—whether it’s a chaotic playroom, your jam-packed bathroom cabinet, or the dreaded junk drawer. These four steps—Prioritize, Categorize, Downsize, and Reorganize—are simple, ADHD-friendly, and designed to help you create systems that stick.

This method is the core of how I work with overwhelmed moms who are ready to ditch decision fatigue, stop second-guessing every little thing, and finally feel in control of their home again. And the best part? Once you learn this method, you can reuse it anytime—room by room, season by season, as your family grows and your needs shift.

In this episode, I’m not just giving you a strategy. I’m giving you the permission to start small, do things your way, and find what truly makes your life easier.

So whether you're knee-deep in toys, trying to reclaim a bathroom drawer, or just need someone in your ear while you get started—pop in your AirPods and pretend we’re body doubling together. This episode is your starting point.

Tune in to this episode of the Stress Less Podcast and learn how to finally get started organizing your home—without the stress.

And if you’re ready to make the process even easier, be sure to grab my free Decide Guide. It’s packed with over 150 reflection questions to help you confidently decide what stays and what goes, one space at a time.

Key Takeaways from This Episode

The exact four-step method I use to organize every space: Prioritize, Categorize, Downsize, and Reorganize
How to pick a starting point that gives you the biggest mental and visual payoff
Why organizing doesn’t start with bins or labels—and where clarity really comes from
What to do when emotions or decision fatigue make it hard to let go of things
How to rethink the idea of “decluttering” in a way that feels doable and judgment-free
Tips for creating systems that work for your real life, not just Pinterest
A sneak peek at the upcoming Room-by-Room Organizing Guides