Episodios

  • BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E)

    BONUS EPISODE: Coffee & Tea with Michelle Byrd and Emily McDermott (M&E)
    Mar 13 2025

    I’m excited to bring you this bonus episode with my friend Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast and a regular guest on Moms Overcoming Overwhelm.

    It’s the first installation of Coffee and Tea with M&E!

    We talk about our life in the mom “trenches” and how we’ve been pivoting lately, including: = > dealing with major mom guilt during a recent trip = > the mental chatter of motherhood = > resenting our family members when they don’t do things the way we do or we perceive they aren’t helping around the house = > managing our energy efficiently and using Spoon Theory to help us = > what’s making us smile :)...and much more!

    Hope you enjoy this honest conversation between two moms who GET IT!

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    45 m
  • 183 // Busy is a Four-Letter Word: Saying No, Creating Rituals, and Lessons from the Golden Girls - with Kishshana Palmer

    183 // Busy is a Four-Letter Word: Saying No, Creating Rituals, and Lessons from the Golden Girls - with Kishshana Palmer
    Mar 6 2025

    What can the Golden Girls teach us about slowing down, saying “no” gracefully, and finding joy in motherhood? Turns out, quite a bit!

    In Kishshana Palmer’s new book Busy is a Four-Letter Word, she draws important lessons about taking off the “badge of busy”, living intentionally, and finding meaning in beauty in our everyday lives through the classic shows The Golden Girls and A Different World.

    We chat about how we can gracefully say no, how we can elevate our routines to meaningful rituals, how to find community and thrive as moms, and so much more!

    Kishshana is an international speaker, trainer, author, and coach with a 20+ year background in fundraising, marketing, and talent management who helps leaders create high performing teams.

    She is CEO of ManageMint, Inc., an organizational development firm focused on helping everyday leaders live well and lead well. Her firm's work centers on equity and social justice and practical solutions for today’s organizations.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Connect with Kishshana on her website and Instagram.

    Grab Kishshana’s new book Busy is a Four-Letter Word

    The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

    I am a Three Hour Mama blog post

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 146: “Don’t Cause Your Own Chaos” - Reduce Your Overwhelm, Find Contentment, and Embrace Your Season of Motherhood - with Andrea Dekker

    Episode 168: Embracing Slow Living and Cultivating Contentment in a Hustle-Driven World - with Stephanie O’Dea

    Episode 181: Rest More, Stress Less, and Embrace the Gentler You - with Courtney Carver from Be More with Less

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    37 m
  • 182 // Declutter Your Life by Simplifying These 10 Things

    182 // Declutter Your Life by Simplifying These 10 Things
    Feb 27 2025
    Have you ever thought: How would a simpler life feel? In my experience, it’s very freeing! In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 things that have radically simplified my life. Hope it inspires you on your own simplifying journey! Resources Mentioned: Try a color analysis from Color Guru - use my special code OVERWHELM for 10% off your order Sydney Cummings Houdyshell’s YouTube channel AnyList for grocery shopping/meal planning Opal app for focus and disabling social media and distracting apps Trashie for textile and tech recycling Related Episodes: Episode 144: Wardrobe Refresh Remix - My 5 Best Tips for a Wardrobe You Love Episode 67: 5 Daily Non-Negotiable Habits That Combat My Anxiety and Overwhelm Episode 41: Fed Up with the Question “What’s for Dinner?” Stress-Free, Simple Meal Planning for Busy Moms with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 26: Loathe Laundry? Learn to Love it with my 20-Minute System Episode 53: Cleaning Doesn't Have to be Overwhelming! 8 Ways to Make it Stress-Free Episode 28: Are You Constantly Shuffling Around Piles of Papers? Steal my No-Fail Paper Processing Routine Episode 118: Digital Declutter 101 - Simple File and E-mail Organization Tips with Deanna Yates from Wannabe Clutter Free Episode 34: Are Toys Taking Over Your Home? Tackle Toy Clutter with my 5-Step Plan for Busy Moms Episode 120: Intentional Weekend Routines for a Great Week Ahead with Lauren White from the Intentional Edit Podcast Episode 35: The One Habit That Keeps Your Home Clutter-Free with Lisa Lizotte from the Habits and Home Show *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    20 m
  • 181 // Rest More, Stress Less, and Embrace the Gentler You - with Courtney Carver from Be More with Less

    181 // Rest More, Stress Less, and Embrace the Gentler You - with Courtney Carver from Be More with Less
    Feb 20 2025
    If you are suffering from overwhelm, chronic burnout, and never feeling like you’ll ever get it all done - today’s episode is for you. In her new book Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want, Courtney Carver offers a revolutionary, countercultural concept - Rest First. Not after we’ve “earned it”, but right now. By starting small, practicing self-compassion, and giving ourselves permission slips along the way, we can embrace a gentler self and rise up to enjoy the life we want - and deserve. Courtney is the creator of bemorewithless.com and The Simplicity Space, a membership program and community full of mostly women who are reducing stress and simplifying life. She also co-hosts The Soul & Wit Podcast with her daughter, Bailey. She has been featured in countless articles, podcasts, interviews, including O, The Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Vogue, Success, BBC, The Guardian, today.com, Good Morning America, CNN, USA Today, Forbes, PBS, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Courtney is the author of Soulful Simplicity, Project 333, and her most recent book Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want. Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included): Connect with Courtney on her website, Instagram, and read her latest book Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want Everything That Remains by The Minimalists Zen Habits Related Episodes: Episode 54: How to Simplify, Minimize, and Thrive - Even with a Chronic Illness - with Ali Cornish from Everthrive Episode 97: Stuck in a Cycle of Overwhelm and Burnout? Break Free and Take Control With my 6-Step S.I.M.P.L.E. Method Episode 171: Overcome Overwhelm by Reducing Volume, Lowering the Bar, and Redefining Enough - with Shira Gill *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    38 m
  • 180 // Ashamed of Your Messy House? Trade Shame for God’s Grace to Find Peace - with Dana K. White

    180 // Ashamed of Your Messy House? Trade Shame for God’s Grace to Find Peace - with Dana K. White
    Feb 13 2025
    Are you ashamed of the constant mess that surrounds you in your home? Do phrases like “cleanliness is next to godliness” and the story of the Proverbs 31 woman make you feel like you’ll never measure up? Do you feel like your brain is broken because you just can’t get your act together and “just get organized”? Hope is here, friend. Today I’m chatting with Dana K. White from A Slob Comes Clean and the author of the brand new book Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House: He Cares About Your Heart. We have a fantastic conversation about the lies we believe about our self-worth when it comes to the state of our homes, and the actual truth: you don’t need to have it all together to enjoy the peace and freedom that comes from God’s grace - and the state of your home is NO indication of your worthiness or the strength of your faith. Dana is the creator of the No Mess Decluttering Method and (much to her own surprise) a Decluttering Expert. Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy in her books: Organizing for the Rest of Us, Decluttering at the Speed of Life (a Wall Street Journal bestseller), and How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind. Dana teaches her strategies through her blog, podcast, and ideas at ASlobComesClean.com and trains coaches in her unique decluttering process at DeclutteringCoaches.com. I hope this conversation encourages you! Resources Mentioned (NOTE: affiliate links may be included): Connect with Dana on her website, YouTube channel, and podcast You can also check out her Instagram and Facebook Check out her amazing books: Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House: He Cares About Your Heart Organizing for the Rest of Us Decluttering at the Speed of Life How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind Proverbs 31 (NIV) Related Episodes: Episode 75: The Secret to a Joy-Filled and Clutter-Free Home Episode 123: 5 Simple Home Management Systems You CAN Stick With Episode 156: Simple Chore Systems for Neurodivergent Moms (and Kids!) - with Kelly Briggs from Simple Home Mom *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    43 m
  • 179 // What to Do When Your Kids Want to Keep EVERYTHING

    179 // What to Do When Your Kids Want to Keep EVERYTHING
    Feb 6 2025

    “How do you deal with kids who are emotionally attached to every piece of plastic and paper that comes home with them?”

    This question comes from someone in my community. In this episode, I share some strategies to help when kids want to keep EVERYTHING.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Bluey Episode: Mr. Monkeyjocks

    Playlist for all episodes about getting kids and family members on board

    All my podcast playlists

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 18: Are Your Kids Hoarders? 3 Tips for Getting Them On Board with Decluttering

    Episode 63: 3 Creative Ways to Encourage Your Kids to Declutter

    Episode 103: Always Playing “Whack-a-Mole” with Your Kids’ Clutter? 3 Mistakes You’re Probably Making

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    12 m
  • 178 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part Two) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    178 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part Two) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom
    Jan 31 2025

    If you’re a busy mom who wants to power up her productivity, look no further! In Part Two of my conversation with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom, she shares the final three steps in her POWER productivity system.

    Michelle Byrd is a daughter of the King, wife, mom to 3, gym rat, podcaster, coffee enthusiast, health coach, extrovert, and lover of people She’s also the host of a top ranked podcast for Christian working moms, The Busy Vibrant Mom where provides working moms with the tools they need so they can have more time in their day and their week to pour into their kids, their marriage, and themselves.

    Resources Mentioned (NOTE: affiliate links may be included):

    Connect with Michelle on her website, podcast, or on Instagram. Michelle also offers 1:1 time management coaching.

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 94: 5 Productivity Hacks to Help You Stay on Top of Your Day with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    Episode 136: 3 Time Management Tips to Get More Done This Summer (Even With Kids At Home) - with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    Episode 134: Use the “Assign a Time” Method to Be a More Productive Mom - with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    31 m
  • 177 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part One) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    177 // 5 Steps to POWER Up Your Productivity (Part One) with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom
    Jan 30 2025

    If you’re a busy mom who wants to power up her productivity, look no further! In Part One of my conversation with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom, she shares the first two steps in her POWER productivity system. Come back tomorrow for Part Two!

    Michelle Byrd is a daughter of the King, wife, mom to 3, gym rat, podcaster, coffee enthusiast, health coach, extrovert, and lover of people She’s also the host of a top ranked podcast for Christian working moms, The Busy Vibrant Mom where provides working moms with the tools they need so they can have more time in their day and their week to pour into their kids, their marriage, and themselves.

    Resources Mentioned (NOTE: affiliate links may be included):

    Connect with Michelle on her website, podcast, or on Instagram. Michelle also offers 1:1 time management coaching. Her free productivity planner can be found on her website if you scroll about halfway down the home page!

    Horacio Printing Planners

    Skylight

    Example of a combination command center with cork board, calendar, and blackboard.

    Related Episodes:

    Episode 94: 5 Productivity Hacks to Help You Stay on Top of Your Day with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    Episode 136: 3 Time Management Tips to Get More Done This Summer (Even With Kids At Home) - with Michelle Byrd from The Busy Vibrant Mom

    Episode 134: Use the “Assign a Time” Method to Be a More Productive Mom - with Julie Redmond from Mom Made Plans

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    I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts.

    Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com

    Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast

    Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources

    Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm

    *** Don't Know Where to Start? ***

    5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/

    5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/

    Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you!

    Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms

    Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile

    Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
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    34 m