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• Why Clutter Raises Cortisol for Women (and How to Create a Calmer Home) The Hidden Cost of Clutter: Why women feel the weight, and what to do about it #165

  Ever feel like you're the only one who sees the mess?Or like you're carrying the weight of your entire family’s home on your shoulders… while everyone else just “helps” when asked?You’re not imagining it. And it’s not just mess — it’s mental load, and it’s affecting your health, your energy, and your peace of mind.In this episode, I dive into the invisible pressure women face when it comes to clutter, tidying, and home organization. I’ll share a personal story that made me stop in my tracks — and rethink how I’d been talking about my own home, and who’s responsible for it.You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective and some powerful mindset shifts around: – Why clutter raises cortisol (especially for women) – What’s really behind the stress mess creates – How to stop doing it all alone – Intentional declutter strategies that support your energy, your time, and your relationshipsIf you're trying to declutter but feel constantly overwhelmed... If you’re tired of chasing a tidy house while everyone else relaxes... If you're parenting, working, organizing, and wondering when your turn comes...This is your permission slip to stop carrying the whole load. And your roadmap to a calmer, more intentional home.Inside, I’ll show you what’s really going on behind the scenes — and how the KonMari method and a few honest conversations can start to shift the dynamic in your home.You deserve to live in a space that supports you — not one that drains you.Tune in now and let’s start overcoming overwhelm, one mindset shift at a time.Mentioned in this episode: Clutter Free Collective. Find out more HERE. I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• From Overwhelmed to Organized | My 18-Year Decluttering Journey as a Mum (How I went from chasing perfection to creating a calm, clutter-free home that actually works for our family) #164

  Are you constantly tidying but your home still feels chaotic? Ever feel like everyone else has it together while you’re stuck in the overwhelm?I get it — because that was me too.This episode isn’t a list of tips. It’s the truth about what really changed things. The story of how I went from chasing the idea of being the “perfect mum”… To finally creating a calm, clutter-free home that actually works for our family.Inside, I’m sharing what happened after 18 years of motherhood, three kids, multiple burnout moments, and one book that completely shifted my life. And how decluttering became the gateway to more patience, more peace, and way less yelling.Because here's the thing: You don’t need more storage. You need less chaos. You don’t need to do more. You need the right systems. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to start where you are.This is the episode for you if:You’re overwhelmed by clutterYou feel like you’re always tidying but nothing stays that wayYou’re ready to let go of perfectionism and find your own rhythmYou want a home that supports your life instead of draining itWhether you’ve just discovered the KonMari Method, or you’ve been wondering if real, lasting change is even possible — this story will show you that it is.And that you don’t have to do it alone.Hit play now to hear how I went from overloaded and overstimulated… to finally living clutter-free (for real this time).Links Mentioned in This Episode💻 Join the Clutter Free Collective Membership – Learn More Here💬 Come say hi on Instagram 🗣️ Free Facebook Group – Join hereI would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• How to Manage Your Time When Life Feels Chaotic – with Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick (Discover how to feel more in control of your week, stop chasing balance, and let go of the guilt for good.) #163

  Grab your FREE copy of the 15 Minute Declutter Kickstart HEREFeel like your days are a constant blur of to-dos, clutter, and unmet expectations?You’re not alone — and you’re not doing it wrong.In this episode, I’m joined by Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick to explore what really happens when life feels chaotic and time feels out of your control. We unpack why traditional ideas of "balance" just don’t work — especially for women juggling family, home organization, and the mental load — and what to aim for instead.Anna is a highly sought after time management coach and keynote speaker, top 1% globally ranked podcast host of It's About Time, and founder of the It’s About Time Academy.A true Louisiana firecracker who has become known for making time management fun, Anna helps busy professionals and business owners struggling with overwhelm manage their time using her personality-driven HEART Method.  In this episode you’ll discover:Why managing your time has less to do with schedules — and more to do with valuesHow to approach decluttering and organizing when you have no timePractical strategies to feel calmer, more intentional, and less guilty about how you spend your dayThis is for you if you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly behind, stuck in survival mode, or waiting for "someday" to finally get organized.Because clutter doesn’t just live in your home — it shows up in your calendar too.And it’s time to clear both.Tune in now and learn how to reclaim your time, your space, and your peace — one intentional step at a time.Grab your FREE copy of the 15 Minute Declutter Kickstart HERELinks mentioned by Anna: annadkornick.com/podcast   It's About Time Podcastblueprinttobalance.com    Instant access video courseannadkornick.com/instagramI would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• When Stockpiling Turns into Stress - How to Stay Prepared Without Drowning in Clutter. What to do when your ‘just in case’ turns into ‘just too much’ #162

  Is your pantry full of peace... or panic? Have your ‘just in case’ buys become ‘just too much’?You’re not alone — and this week on The Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast, I’m getting real about something we don’t talk about enough: the hidden stress of stockpiling.We think we’re being practical.We think we’re saving money.But when those “just in case” cocoa powders, toilet rolls, and tins start taking over every shelf, cupboard, and corner… that sense of preparedness? It turns into pressure.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how fear, rising tariffs, and a heavy mental load can drive even the most intentional women to overbuy — and how that can quietly sabotage our home organization goals.You’ll hear:Why stockpiling feels so good (until it doesn’t)How clutter builds behind the scenes — especially when you’re low on timeWhat you can do today to start organizing your bulk buys without the overwhelmI’ll share real-life examples, practical declutter strategies, and a gentle mindset reframe to help you make space for what really matters. (Spoiler: it's not 50 packs of pasta.)If you’ve been craving a more intentional approach to your space — one rooted in the KonMari philosophy of choosing what truly serves you — this one’s for you.Because decluttering isn't just about tidying. It's about reclaiming calm.And that includes your stockpile shelf.Tune in now to discover how to stay prepared without drowning in clutter.Let’s declutter the fear and create the kind of home that supports you — not suffocates you.I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• How to Stop Doing It All Alone (and Why You Were Never Meant To) The reason so many women are struggling to keep their home tidy! #161

  Why is it that no one thanks you for emptying the dishwasher… but when someone else does it, it’s seen as a big deal?In this episode, I’m diving into something we don’t talk about enough — the mental load that women carry, especially when it comes to home organization. If you’ve ever wondered why decluttering feels so hard, or why tidying never seems to stick no matter how many times you try, this might be the conversation you didn’t know you needed.We’ll explore why asking for help at home still feels taboo, how shame creeps into our clutter, and what it really takes to create lasting change when you’re short on time, energy, and support.You’ll hear how I went from managing everything on my own — to building systems that actually work, and finding freedom through support, intentional routines, and a whole new perspective on home life.If you’re trying to declutter with no time, tired of doing it all solo, or craving real, practical organizing support rooted in the KonMari method and real life… this episode is for you.This is about more than just tidying. It’s about overcoming overwhelm, reclaiming your space, and remembering: you were never meant to do this alone.I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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