This Organized Life

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New Listener? Start Here.Tired of the clutter taking over? Let’s fix that—together.If you’ve ever looked around and thought, Where did all this stuff even come from?!, you’re not alone. Life gets busy, piles grow, and suddenly, the mess feels impossible to tackle.That’s where Clutter Clinic comes in. Think of it as a judgment-free reset—where we’ll tackle the chaos together and create simple, realistic systems that actually work for your life. No perfection required.Closets, kitchens, garages, that endless stack of paper you keep meaning to deal with—we’re covering it all with strategies that make organizing easier, doable, and (dare we say?) kinda fun.✨Come join us and take back your space! → Grab your spot here.Let’s be honest—most of us have a love-hate relationship with our to-do lists. One minute, they make us feel like we have our lives together, and the next, they’re an overwhelming scroll of things we should be doing but would rather ignore. Sound familiar?In this episode of This Organized Life, I’m b

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun! Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.It’s the final week of our Spring Cleaning Series, and we’re wrapping things up with a topic every parent can relate to—TOYS. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in stuffed animals, building blocks, and tiny figurines that somehow multiply overnight, you’re not alone! This week, I’m sharing practical strategies to tackle toy clutter, make the cleanup process easier, and even get your kids involved.

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.In this episode, I’m diving into how your personality affects the way you organize (or don’t) and sharing tips to help you create a closet that works for you.I’ll walk through all nine Enneagram types, breaking down their unique struggles—because let’s be honest, a Type 1's idea of “messy” is a Type 7’s idea of “organized chaos.” Whether you’re a meticulous Perfectionist, a sentimental Helper, or an out-of-sight-out-of-mind Enthusiast, I’

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Today, we’re rolling up our sleeves and heading into the garage. Yep, that mysterious land where bikes, holiday décor, and random mystery boxes go to disappear.If your garage has turned into a dumping ground, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered. In this Tip of the Week episode (part of our Spring Cleaning series), I’ll walk you through practical strategies to declutter and reclaim your space. We’ll talk about creating zones, purging the exce

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Ever feel like organizing your home is a solo mission, only for your family to come through like a tornado and undo all your hard work? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But guess what? It is possible to get your family involved in keeping things tidy—without nagging (too much).In this episode of This Organized Life, I’m sharing my go-to strategies for turning reluctant family members into organization allies. We’ll talk about why giving owners

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.It’s officially spring cleaning season, and what better way to kick things off than by tackling one of my absolute favorite spaces—the pantry! In this St. Patrick’s Day edition of This Organized Life’s Tip of the Week, I’m sharing all my best tips for decluttering and organizing your pantry like a pro.We’re talking about the right way to pull everything out (yes, everything!), how to sort through the chaos, and what to do with those myste

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Hey friend! Can you feel it? The days are getting longer, the sun is shining a little brighter, and spring is right around the corner. And you know what that means—it’s the perfect time to get organized!I’m sharing three of my favorite decluttering hacks to make the process quick, easy, and maybe even a little fun:✔️ The five-minute scan—for the stuff you already know needs to go.✔️ The "would I buy it again?" test—because guilt is not a

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Let’s talk about something we all have but rarely think about—LINENS. If your linen closet is overflowing with mismatched sheets, worn-out towels, and blankets you swear you’ll use someday, this episode is for you.I’m sharing my go-to decluttering strategies, including my Rule of Two (because, seriously, how many sheet sets does one bed need?), the best way to store and fold everything, and what to do with those towels that have seen bett

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Hey friends! Spring is in the air, and you know what that means—it's time to clear out the clutter and refresh your space!

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Spring is in the air, and you know what that means—time to refresh, reset, and get things in order! This week, I’m kicking off our spring-cleaning series with a deep dive into one of the most overlooked spaces in our homes: the medicine cabinet. Trust me, this tiny space can be a clutter magnet, and I’ve got the best tips to help you get it in check.Plus, I’m super excited to announce our LIVE Clutter Clinics! These live, virtual workshop

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Starting an organizing journey can feel overwhelming, but taking the first step is already a big win! In this episode, I’m sharing 10 essential strategies to help you get started in a way that feels manageable and sustainable. Whether you’re decluttering a single drawer or tackling your entire home, these steps will guide you through the process with confidence.I also want to take a moment to welcome new listeners! If you haven’t already,

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Winter gear can quickly take over your home, so I’m talking about how to create functional spaces that make it easy to store all your cold-weather essentials. I share tips on making winter gear accessible for your kids, ensuring you’re only keeping current and fitting items, and why I recommend hooks over hangers. I also talk about storage solutions like rolling racks and boot trays, plus a handy tip for warming up your outdoor-stored gea

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Hey friend! Let’s talk about something every parent has dealt with—unwanted gifts. You know, those toys that make way too much noise, the gifts that take up way too much space, or the ones that just don’t align with your family’s values. In this episode of This Organized Life, I’m diving into the tricky (and sometimes awkward) world of managing unwanted gifts for your kids.We’ll chat about how to set boundaries, ways to handle conversatio

New Listener? Start Here.LIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here.Hey friends! If you’ve ever been hit with a surprise snow day, you know the struggle—kids bouncing off the walls, constant snack requests, and the temptation to just hand over the iPad. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!In today’s episode, we’re talking about simple ways to keep your kiddos entertained without screens. I’ll share my go-to strategies, including setting up a Snow Day Preparation Station (trust me, this is a game-changer

New Listener? Start Here: https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/newlistenerLIVE WORKSHOPS!  Join us for our Clutter Clinic Workshops, where we’ll tackle the mess and create simple systems that actually work for your life! Whether it’s your closet, kitchen, garage, digital files, or even that endless pile of paper, we’ve got you covered with practical, doable strategies that make organizing easy—and even a little fun!  https://simplyborganized.com/workshop/Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here: https://www.thedigitalwrangler.com/tolHey friends! Today, we’re tackling a big one—how to create organizing systems that actually stick. You know the drill—you spend a weekend getting everything neat and tidy, but two weeks later, it’s chaos again. Why does this keep happening? Well, a lot of organizing systems fail because they’re too complicated, u

New Listener? Start Here: https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/newlistenerThanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here: https://www.thedigitalwrangler.com/tolHey friend! You know how winter can be a total mess—between the snow, ice, and all the extra layers we’re hauling around, it’s easy for our cars to turn into chaos zones. In this episode of This Organized Life, I’m sharing my must-have winter car kit essentials to keep you prepped and clutter-free all season long. Because let’s be real—nobody wants to be stuck on the side of the road freezing while digging through a mountain of stuff just to find their ice scraper!Why You Should Listen:If you’ve ever found yourself scrambling to find your ice scraper or wishing you had an extra blanket during a winter drive, this episode is for you! Learn how to keep your car stocked with the right essentia

New Listener? Start Here: https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/newlistenerThanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here: https://www.thedigitalwrangler.com/tolEver wondered if your dreamy, go-with-the-flow nature is just your Enneagram Nine vibes or something more? You’re not alone. Today on This Organized Life, we’re tackling a great listener question: What’s the difference between an Enneagram Nine and ADHD inattentive type?I’m breaking down the key traits of both—where they overlap, where they don’t, and why it’s important to get real-deal medical advice before self-diagnosing. Spoiler: just because you zone out mid-conversation doesn’t automatically mean you have ADHD. But it might mean you should pay attention to this episode.Plus, I’ve got a brand-new organizing resource to share, and a big shoutout to The Digital Wrangler for making digita

Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here: https://www.thedigitalwrangler.com/tolHey friends! Tax season is coming, and I know it can feel overwhelming—but a little prep now will make things so much easier later. In this week’s Tip of the Week, I’m sharing a super simple way to stay organized: creating a tax folder. Whether you prefer a physical or digital system, having a designated spot for W-2s, 1099s, and other important paperwork will save you so much stress when it’s time to file.I also want to remind you that getting organized isn’t just about the paperwork—it’s about having the right support. That’s what Simply B Organized is all about! So, if you’re feeling stuck, you’re not alone.Key Takeaways:

Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Kate Hufnagel, aka the Digital Wrangler, we’re starting the year with a focus on decluttering not just our homes, but our digital lives, too. You can check out her offerings here: https://www.thedigitalwrangler.com/tolConnect with Caroline: https://www.oliveyouwhole.com/bookListen to Caroline's Past Episode here: https://simplyborganized.com/2022/02/17/episode-271-prep-cook-freeze-with-caroline-fausel/I’m so excited to welcome back the amazing Caroline Fausel to the show! It’s been almost three years since we last connected, and I can’t wait to dive into this conversation. Caroline is here to talk about her new book, A Simply Healthy Life, and share her holistic approach to living a healthy and intentional life.In today’s episode, Caroline opens up about her own health journey, including how she embraced nutrition, movement, and the importance of sleep.We also discuss the power of connection, the role of our environment, and how faith plays a huge part in overall wellness.Caroli