142: Tossing Out Hurry (Replay)

04/15/25 • 22 min

Ever catch yourself constantly saying "hurry up" to your kids while your own heart is racing?

In this episode, Diana shares her summer mission to break free from the cycle of rushing - and why it might be the game-changer your family needs too.

In this episode Diana shares:

The surprising conversation with Diana's mom that changed her perspective on hurrying
Why that frantic "we're late!" energy is literally triggering fight-or-flight mode in your kids
The permission slip you didn't know you needed: it's OKAY to be late sometimes!

This isn't your typical "here's how to fix everything" parenting episode. Diana keeps it real about her own struggles and invites you to join her summer mission to "slow the F down" - because sometimes the most important parenting work is simply being present enough to enjoy the ride.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready for a peaceful and clutter-free home? Watch my FREE training video “Clutter Free Home” to learn how it’s possible! And find all of my resources here.

Ever catch yourself constantly saying "hurry up" to your kids while your own heart is racing?

In this episode, Diana shares her summer mission to break free from the cycle of rushing - and why it might be the game-changer your family needs too.

In this episode Diana shares:

The surprising conversation with Diana's mom that changed her perspective on hurrying
Why that frantic "we're late!" energy is literally triggering fight-or-flight mode in your kids
The permission slip you didn't know you needed: it's OKAY to be late sometimes!

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready for a peaceful and clutter-free home? Watch my FREE training video “Clutter Free Home” to learn how it’s possible! And find all of my resources here.

Previous Episode

141: What is Decanting And Why Would You Do That? (Replay)

Are you tired of half-empty food boxes taking over your pantry? Frustrated by stale chips and cereal that expire before you can finish them?

In this eye-opening episode, Diana breaks down "decanting" – the simple practice of transferring store-bought foods into reusable containers – and how it can revolutionize your kitchen organization.

What You'll Learn:

The four key benefits of decanting that go far beyond just aesthetics
Why decanting can dramatically reduce food waste and save you money
How decanting can reclaim precious pantry space (Diana fits FIVE boxes of pasta in the space of TWO!)
A practical, low-pressure approach to trying decanting without overwhelming yourself
How to involve your kids in decanting (they'll actually love helping!)

Diana shares her real-life experiments with decanting gluten-free pasta (including her hard-won recommendation for the best-tasting option!) and practical solutions for common concerns like keeping cooking instructions and tracking expiration dates.

Perfect for busy moms looking for practical ways to bring more order to their kitchen without adding stress to their routine.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready for a peaceful and clutter-free home? Watch my FREE training video “Clutter Free Home” to learn how it’s possible! And find all of my resources here.

Next Episode

143: Concepts that Help Daily Tasks (Replay)

Feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending pile of dishes and mountains of laundry? In this episode Diana shares two game-changing concepts that have completely transformed her approach to those dreaded daily mom tasks.

These aren't complicated strategies that require special skills—just simple mindset shifts that actually work in real mom life!

What You'll Learn:

All about "Parkinson's Law" and how we make tasks seem MUCH bigger than they really are
Why timing yourself doing the dishes might completely shock you (hint: it probably takes WAY less time than you think!)
How to pair boring chores with things you actually enjoy (like your favorite guilty-pleasure podcast)

If you've ever found yourself avoiding chores until bedtime or setting goals you can't keep, this episode is your permission slip to try something different that actually fits into your chaotic mom schedule.

What can you expect from this podcast and future episodes?

15-20 minute episodes to help you tackle your to-do list
How to declutter in an effective and efficient way
Guest interviews
Deep dives on specific topics

Find Diana Rene on social media:
Instagram: @the.decluttered.mom
Facebook: @the.decluttered.mom
Pinterest: @DianaRene

Are you ready for a peaceful and clutter-free home? Watch my FREE training video “Clutter Free Home” to learn how it’s possible! And find all of my resources here.

The Decluttered Mom Podcast - 142: Tossing Out Hurry (Replay)

Transcript

Diana Rene: 0:06

You're listening to The Decluttered Mom podcast, a podcast built specifically for busy moms by a busy mom. I'm your host, Diana Rene, and in 2017, I had my second daughter and it felt like I was literally drowning in my home okay, not literally, but I felt like I couldn't breathe with all of the stuff surrounding me. Over the next 10 months, I got rid of approximately 70% of our household belongings and I have never looked back. I kind of feel like I hacked the