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How to declutter when you have no time
Motherhood Simplified
How to Declutter When You Have No Time: A Real Mom's Guide
In this blog, I’m going to dive into how you can declutter when you have no time. We’re all busy moms with packed schedules, but I promise it’s possible to make progress without huge blocks of time or becoming a full-blown minimalist.
I know it can feel impossible to figure out how to declutter when you have no time, but I promise that with a few mindset shifts and practical steps, you can make it happen. Remember, decluttering isn’t about being perfect or doing it all in one day—it’s about making steady progress that works for your life.
And if you’re ready to dive deeper and really make decluttering stick, check out Decluttering Simplified. This course walks you through everything step by step, from creating a realistic plan to maintaining a clutter-free home, even with a busy schedule. It’s designed specifically for moms who feel like they have no time but want to see real change.
How to Declutter When You Have No Time: A Real Mom's Guide
In this blog, I’m going to dive into how you can declutter when you have no time. We’re all busy moms with packed schedules, but I promise it’s possible to make progress without huge blocks of time or becoming a full-blown minimalist.
I know it can feel impossible to figure out how to declutter when you have no time, but I promise that with a few mindset shifts and practical steps, you can make it happen. Remember, decluttering isn’t about being perfect or doing it all in one day—it’s about making steady progress that works for your life.
And if you’re ready to dive deeper and really make decluttering stick, check out Decluttering Simplified. This course walks you through everything step by step, from creating a realistic plan to maintaining a clutter-free home, even with a busy schedule. It’s designed specifically for moms who feel like they have no time but want to see real change.
06/27/19 • 36 min
I want a nice house - no more excuses
Motherhood Simplified
If you’ve ever thought, “I want a nice house,” but felt stuck in clutter and overwhelm, this episode is for you. A home that feels peaceful, inviting, and easy to manage isn’t about luck—it’s about making intentional choices. Today, we’re diving into why decluttering is the first and most important step to creating the home you dream of.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Why mindset is the key to getting started – How waiting for permission or the perfect moment keeps you stuck.
- How to stop rationalizing and justifying clutter – Recognizing the excuses that hold you back from taking action.
- Why you are meant to thrive, not just survive – The truth about how clutter affects your stress levels and mental well-being.
- The power of identifying your tolerations – A simple exercise to help you see what’s keeping your home from feeling like the space you want.
- Why there’s no perfect time to start – How small steps make a big difference in building a home you love.
Key Takeaways:
- Decluttering is the first and most important step to creating a home that feels peaceful and manageable.
- You don’t need a perfect home, just one that works for your family and supports your daily life.
- Waiting for the right moment to declutter will keep you stuck—taking action, even in small ways, is what creates change.
- You deserve a home that makes you feel good, not one that drains your energy and adds stress.
Looking for More Support in Decluttering?
Join the Motherhood Simplified community and newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, projects, and support—all free. Sign up here.
Listen & Subscribe:
If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with a friend. Your support helps more moms simplify their homes and create spaces they truly love.
The home you want is possible, but it starts with decluttering. Let’s take the first step together.
If you’ve ever thought, “I want a nice house,” but felt stuck in clutter and overwhelm, this episode is for you. A home that feels peaceful, inviting, and easy to manage isn’t about luck—it’s about making intentional choices. Today, we’re diving into why decluttering is the first and most important step to creating the home you dream of.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Why mindset is the key to getting started – How waiting for permission or the perfect moment keeps you stuck.
- How to stop rationalizing and justifying clutter – Recognizing the excuses that hold you back from taking action.
- Why you are meant to thrive, not just survive – The truth about how clutter affects your stress levels and mental well-being.
- The power of identifying your tolerations – A simple exercise to help you see what’s keeping your home from feeling like the space you want.
- Why there’s no perfect time to start – How small steps make a big difference in building a home you love.
Key Takeaways:
- Decluttering is the first and most important step to creating a home that feels peaceful and manageable.
- You don’t need a perfect home, just one that works for your family and supports your daily life.
- Waiting for the right moment to declutter will keep you stuck—taking action, even in small ways, is what creates change.
- You deserve a home that makes you feel good, not one that drains your energy and adds stress.
Looking for More Support in Decluttering?
Join the Motherhood Simplified community and newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, projects, and support—all free. Sign up here.
Listen & Subscribe:
If this episode helped you, leave a review and share it with a friend. Your support helps more moms simplify their homes and create spaces they truly love.
The home you want is possible, but it starts with decluttering. Let’s take the first step together.
05/24/19 • 32 min
Simplified Christmas Tips Part 1
Motherhood Simplified
In today’s episode, we’re diving into clutter-free Christmas gift ideas and how to give meaningful gifts without letting consumerism take over your home.
Need help simplifying the holidays? Join the Motherhood Simplified community and newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, projects, and support—all free. Sign up here.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- How to simplify kids’ gifts without restriction – Why I don’t follow the “four-gift rule” and how to find a balance between thoughtful giving and keeping the holidays joyful.
- Gifts as acts of love – How to accept gifts graciously while setting healthy boundaries when needed.
- Shifting the focus – Why Christmas doesn’t undo all your decluttering progress and how to enjoy the season while keeping your home manageable.
- Setting boundaries with gift-givers – What to say when family or friends tend to go overboard with presents.
- Why you don’t have to gift everyone – How to navigate holiday giving without overspending or feeling obligated.
- Alternative meaningful gifts – Simple, heartfelt ideas that show appreciation without cluttering up your home.
Key Takeaways:
- Thoughtful, intentional gifts matter more than the number of presents under the tree.
- Family and friends give gifts to express love—accept them with gratitude while setting boundaries when necessary.
- The holidays don’t have to leave you financially stressed—focus on creating meaningful moments rather than excessive gift-giving.
Links & Resources Mentioned:
Related Blog Posts:
Listen & Subscribe:
Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other moms simplify their homes and enjoy the holidays stress-free.
Christmas is about love, not clutter. Enjoy the season with peace and presence.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into clutter-free Christmas gift ideas and how to give meaningful gifts without letting consumerism take over your home.
Need help simplifying the holidays? Join the Motherhood Simplified community and newsletter for weekly decluttering tips, projects, and support—all free. Sign up here.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- How to simplify kids’ gifts without restriction – Why I don’t follow the “four-gift rule” and how to find a balance between thoughtful giving and keeping the holidays joyful.
- Gifts as acts of love – How to accept gifts graciously while setting healthy boundaries when needed.
- Shifting the focus – Why Christmas doesn’t undo all your decluttering progress and how to enjoy the season while keeping your home manageable.
- Setting boundaries with gift-givers – What to say when family or friends tend to go overboard with presents.
- Why you don’t have to gift everyone – How to navigate holiday giving without overspending or feeling obligated.
- Alternative meaningful gifts – Simple, heartfelt ideas that show appreciation without cluttering up your home.
Key Takeaways:
- Thoughtful, intentional gifts matter more than the number of presents under the tree.
- Family and friends give gifts to express love—accept them with gratitude while setting boundaries when necessary.
- The holidays don’t have to leave you financially stressed—focus on creating meaningful moments rather than excessive gift-giving.
Links & Resources Mentioned:
Related Blog Posts:
Listen & Subscribe:
Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other moms simplify their homes and enjoy the holidays stress-free.
Christmas is about love, not clutter. Enjoy the season with peace and presence.
11/10/18 • 28 min
EP35 Balancing it all as a working mom with Teach.Workout.Love
Motherhood Simplified
Jennifer Purcell, creator and owner of the blog Teach.Workout.Love shares with us her thoughts on balance and how she practices it in her life. She shares how she delegates and manages ALL of her responsibilities as a teacher, mom, wife, and owner/facilitator of a high traffic and successful blog!
IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
... how Jennifer started her blog Teach.Workout.Love and why, AND her plans for her future in teaching and blogging
... her best tips for delegating both in the home and in her professional life
... how she compartmentalizes the roles and responsibilities she has
... her favorite calendering tips!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE
... The Purgeathon - my free decluttering challenge designed to build massive momentum in decluttering your home
...Seven Days To An Uncluttered Home my best mini course designed to specifically help you dramatically declutter the most commonly overwhelming areas of your home
...This live video I recorded with our Facebook community "How unimportant your clutter really is"
To watch LIVE episodes and join the Motherhood Simplified community join us on Facebook here or on Instagram here!
To inquire about being a guest on the Motherhood Simplified podcast, or have Krista as guest email krista@motherhoodsimplified.com
You can also be entered to win a free Motherhood Simplified course of your choosing by taking a screenshot and posting this episode to your social media account and tagging Motherhood Simplified or Krista Lockwood in it! One winner is chosen per month and there are no limits for entry!
If you leave a review on iTunes you will also be entered into the drawing!
Thank you so much for being a part of this movement and helping it to grow!
Lots of love,
Krista
Jennifer Purcell, creator and owner of the blog Teach.Workout.Love shares with us her thoughts on balance and how she practices it in her life. She shares how she delegates and manages ALL of her responsibilities as a teacher, mom, wife, and owner/facilitator of a high traffic and successful blog!
IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT
... how Jennifer started her blog Teach.Workout.Love and why, AND her plans for her future in teaching and blogging
... her best tips for delegating both in the home and in her professional life
... how she compartmentalizes the roles and responsibilities she has
... her favorite calendering tips!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO SUPPLEMENT THIS EPISODE
... The Purgeathon - my free decluttering challenge designed to build massive momentum in decluttering your home
...Seven Days To An Uncluttered Home my best mini course designed to specifically help you dramatically declutter the most commonly overwhelming areas of your home
...This live video I recorded with our Facebook community "How unimportant your clutter really is"
To watch LIVE episodes and join the Motherhood Simplified community join us on Facebook here or on Instagram here!
To inquire about being a guest on the Motherhood Simplified podcast, or have Krista as guest email krista@motherhoodsimplified.com
You can also be entered to win a free Motherhood Simplified course of your choosing by taking a screenshot and posting this episode to your social media account and tagging Motherhood Simplified or Krista Lockwood in it! One winner is chosen per month and there are no limits for entry!
If you leave a review on iTunes you will also be entered into the drawing!
Thank you so much for being a part of this movement and helping it to grow!
Lots of love,
Krista
06/08/19 • 35 min
how to make your home easy to clean
Motherhood Simplified
One of the biggest challenges moms face is keeping their home clean and manageable, especially when life feels chaotic with kids, schedules, and responsibilities. If you're looking for how to make your home easy to clean, this post will help you with simple tips and strategies to set up a clutter-free space that practically cleans itself.
I recently posted in our group about how I did a quick declutter session at home to set up our space to work for us, and not against us after having our last baby. This wasn’t my first time decluttering. I had already decluttered my home long before this. After having my baby, I found myself going through it again to make sure our space continued to stay simplified and manageable.
So, if you’re wondering how you can make your home easier to clean, even after you've decluttered it once, this is for you. Let’s dive into what it looks like to maintain a clutter-free space and how decluttering can simplify your daily life and keep things running smoothly
I’m going to share some personal stories from my postpartum experience, offer you practical advice for making your home easier to clean, and show you how decluttering is the key to achieving this.
Decluttering isn’t always easy, but having a solid plan will help keep you focused and on track. That’s why I created the Decluttering Simplified course, which is designed specifically for moms who need a step-by-step guide to declutter their homes efficiently.
If you’ve ever started decluttering only to get distracted or overwhelmed, this course is for you. It’s packed with practical tips, daily prompts, and strategies to help you pick up right where you left off—no more starting and stopping, no more feeling like you're not making progress.
When you follow the Decluttering Simplified plan, you’ll be able to create a home that works for you, making it so much easier to clean and maintain. You’ll also have the mental clarity that comes with living in a clutter-free space.
One of the biggest challenges moms face is keeping their home clean and manageable, especially when life feels chaotic with kids, schedules, and responsibilities. If you're looking for how to make your home easy to clean, this post will help you with simple tips and strategies to set up a clutter-free space that practically cleans itself.
I recently posted in our group about how I did a quick declutter session at home to set up our space to work for us, and not against us after having our last baby. This wasn’t my first time decluttering. I had already decluttered my home long before this. After having my baby, I found myself going through it again to make sure our space continued to stay simplified and manageable.
So, if you’re wondering how you can make your home easier to clean, even after you've decluttered it once, this is for you. Let’s dive into what it looks like to maintain a clutter-free space and how decluttering can simplify your daily life and keep things running smoothly
I’m going to share some personal stories from my postpartum experience, offer you practical advice for making your home easier to clean, and show you how decluttering is the key to achieving this.
Decluttering isn’t always easy, but having a solid plan will help keep you focused and on track. That’s why I created the Decluttering Simplified course, which is designed specifically for moms who need a step-by-step guide to declutter their homes efficiently.
If you’ve ever started decluttering only to get distracted or overwhelmed, this course is for you. It’s packed with practical tips, daily prompts, and strategies to help you pick up right where you left off—no more starting and stopping, no more feeling like you're not making progress.
When you follow the Decluttering Simplified plan, you’ll be able to create a home that works for you, making it so much easier to clean and maintain. You’ll also have the mental clarity that comes with living in a clutter-free space.
09/13/19 • 21 min
02/01/22 • 17 min
Clutter Chronicles: Leah's decluttering story
Motherhood Simplified
Get the full transcript and closed caption video here
Leah is a second generation homeschool mom to 3.
She loves spending time in nature with her family, including her high school sweetheart husband.
The adventures she has with her family now weren't possible for her prior to decluttering her home.
Get the full transcript and closed caption video here
Leah is a second generation homeschool mom to 3.
She loves spending time in nature with her family, including her high school sweetheart husband.
The adventures she has with her family now weren't possible for her prior to decluttering her home.
10/04/21 • 45 min
07/26/21 • 34 min
The solution to your decision fatigue
Motherhood Simplified
Enroll in Decluttering Simplified Have you ever experienced decision fatigue?
Click here for the full transcription of this episode
We can make at most 100 excellent, high level decisions before we begin to max out our brain power.
As mothers we simply do not have the time or energy to waste on insignificant decisions.
Organization is often sold to us as a solution for our decision fatigue. I am here to bust this myth for you.
When you organize the stuff in your home, you are really just making a series of decisions on how to store things.
It’s essentially attempting to create a system for your decision making. The problem is that when you organize your clutter you still have the same amount of decisions to make on an every day basis.
When you choose to declutter, you make the decision once and are done with it forever.
Here are some real life examples of decluttering and decision fatigue.
One mom inside of the course I created, Decluttering Simplified said this:
“I finally chose to declutter this book, and now I am free. I never have to make a decision on it again.”
The book she is referring to was one that she had been trying to read for a year. It sat on her counter, her nightstand and daily she was required to make a decision about it.
To read it, or not read it? Bring it up to her bedroom, or not? Spend time with her family, or read her book.
She even brought it on a family vacation and made decisions on it while on vacation.
What she realized is the book required her to make many decisions almost daily. Never was the decision to actually read, and benefit from the book.
The way she explained her decision fatigue was so clear.
Here is another example from a mom inside of the group. This mom decluttered a cupcake stand she never used, but made many decisions on before that.
The cupcake stand represented the mom she thought she should be. It sat on her counter for a long while until she needed the counter space back.
She had to decide where to put it. Which led to a series of decisions made on how to rearrange he pantry so it fit.
It fit in there for a while, but was mostly in the way.
Which inevitably led to her needing to make another decision on where to keep the cupcake stand.
Organize a different cabinet? Declutter some tupperware to make room? Something else?
Ultimately, after a long series of decisions about a cupcake stand that was never used she decluttered it.
Now, it might not be a cupcake stand for you that is consuming all of your decision power. It can be anything – nail clippers, sunblock, toys, shoes, or a sippy cup for your kids.
The point I hope you get from this episode is that your clutter requires, and demands a lot from you. In very seemingly small ways that add up over time.
Decluttering is also a series of decisions you need to make.
What do you do first, next and last?
Where do you take the items?
Should you sell them? For how much?
When should you declutter? Do you include the kids, and how?
You can experience decision fatigue in decluttering as well, so the less things you need to figure out yourself the more time and energy you have to spend actually decluttering.
Which is exactly what I offer inside of Decluttering Simplified. Not only do you have the full step by step plan available to you, but you also have accountability and support in implementing the content.
Enroll in Decluttering Simplified Have you ever experienced decision fatigue?
Click here for the full transcription of this episode
We can make at most 100 excellent, high level decisions before we begin to max out our brain power.
As mothers we simply do not have the time or energy to waste on insignificant decisions.
Organization is often sold to us as a solution for our decision fatigue. I am here to bust this myth for you.
When you organize the stuff in your home, you are really just making a series of decisions on how to store things.
It’s essentially attempting to create a system for your decision making. The problem is that when you organize your clutter you still have the same amount of decisions to make on an every day basis.
When you choose to declutter, you make the decision once and are done with it forever.
Here are some real life examples of decluttering and decision fatigue.
One mom inside of the course I created, Decluttering Simplified said this:
“I finally chose to declutter this book, and now I am free. I never have to make a decision on it again.”
The book she is referring to was one that she had been trying to read for a year. It sat on her counter, her nightstand and daily she was required to make a decision about it.
To read it, or not read it? Bring it up to her bedroom, or not? Spend time with her family, or read her book.
She even brought it on a family vacation and made decisions on it while on vacation.
What she realized is the book required her to make many decisions almost daily. Never was the decision to actually read, and benefit from the book.
The way she explained her decision fatigue was so clear.
Here is another example from a mom inside of the group. This mom decluttered a cupcake stand she never used, but made many decisions on before that.
The cupcake stand represented the mom she thought she should be. It sat on her counter for a long while until she needed the counter space back.
She had to decide where to put it. Which led to a series of decisions made on how to rearrange he pantry so it fit.
It fit in there for a while, but was mostly in the way.
Which inevitably led to her needing to make another decision on where to keep the cupcake stand.
Organize a different cabinet? Declutter some tupperware to make room? Something else?
Ultimately, after a long series of decisions about a cupcake stand that was never used she decluttered it.
Now, it might not be a cupcake stand for you that is consuming all of your decision power. It can be anything – nail clippers, sunblock, toys, shoes, or a sippy cup for your kids.
The point I hope you get from this episode is that your clutter requires, and demands a lot from you. In very seemingly small ways that add up over time.
Decluttering is also a series of decisions you need to make.
What do you do first, next and last?
Where do you take the items?
Should you sell them? For how much?
When should you declutter? Do you include the kids, and how?
You can experience decision fatigue in decluttering as well, so the less things you need to figure out yourself the more time and energy you have to spend actually decluttering.
Which is exactly what I offer inside of Decluttering Simplified. Not only do you have the full step by step plan available to you, but you also have accountability and support in implementing the content.
06/08/21 • 16 min
Baby Gear Essentials
Motherhood Simplified
Essential Baby Gear for Simplified Motherhood
When it comes to preparing for a new baby, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of baby gear marketed to parents. From swings and strollers to endless toys and gadgets, the baby industry can make you feel like you need everything. But here’s the truth: babies don’t need much, and you don’t either. Let’s talk about essential baby gear that will make your life easier without overwhelming your home.
Ready to simplify your baby gear and toys with me?
If you're ready to dive deeper into simplifying your home and finally conquering toy clutter for good, check out my 11-course decluttering bundle.
It includes a specific mini-course all about tackling toys, but it doesn't stop there! This bundle will also help you manage all the baby gear and necessities that pile up as your kids grow out of things so quickly. From toys to clothes to gear, you'll learn how to keep what you truly need while letting go of the rest.
Plus, it covers key areas like managing "just in case" items, simplifying routines, and overcoming mental blocks that keep you stuck in clutter. Get started today and create a home that feels calm, organized, and intentional—no matter how quickly your kids grow!
Essential Baby Gear for Simplified Motherhood
When it comes to preparing for a new baby, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of baby gear marketed to parents. From swings and strollers to endless toys and gadgets, the baby industry can make you feel like you need everything. But here’s the truth: babies don’t need much, and you don’t either. Let’s talk about essential baby gear that will make your life easier without overwhelming your home.
Ready to simplify your baby gear and toys with me?
If you're ready to dive deeper into simplifying your home and finally conquering toy clutter for good, check out my 11-course decluttering bundle.
It includes a specific mini-course all about tackling toys, but it doesn't stop there! This bundle will also help you manage all the baby gear and necessities that pile up as your kids grow out of things so quickly. From toys to clothes to gear, you'll learn how to keep what you truly need while letting go of the rest.
Plus, it covers key areas like managing "just in case" items, simplifying routines, and overcoming mental blocks that keep you stuck in clutter. Get started today and create a home that feels calm, organized, and intentional—no matter how quickly your kids grow!
11/07/19 • 25 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Motherhood Simplified have?
Motherhood Simplified currently has 332 episodes available.
What topics does Motherhood Simplified cover?
The podcast is about Parenting, Kids & Family, Courses, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Motherhood Simplified?
The episode title 'Decluttering skin care, cosmetics and tech for kids!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Motherhood Simplified?
The average episode length on Motherhood Simplified is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of Motherhood Simplified released?
Episodes of Motherhood Simplified are typically released every 4 days, 18 hours.
When was the first episode of Motherhood Simplified?
The first episode of Motherhood Simplified was released on Nov 10, 2018.
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