Stress-Free Holidays: Decluttering, Organizing, and Simplifying Tips to Help Busy Moms (Ep 230)

Manage the busy holiday season with ease. In this episode, Deanna offers practical advice for setting intentions, decluttering, and managing time to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Busy moms will find actionable tips on creating holiday traditions that matter, involving kids in decluttering, and streamlining holiday prep to focus on joy and gratitude.

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As the holiday season approaches, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the tasks, expectations, and to-do lists that come with it. But what if this year, you could create a holiday season filled with calm, joy, and meaningful moments? In today’s episode, we’re diving into practical, stress-reducing tips for busy moms who want to enjoy the magic of the season without the overwhelm. I’ll guide you through decluttering and organizing your space, streamlining holiday tasks, managing your time, and creating simple traditions that bring joy without added pressure. Whether you’re looking for ways to reduce holiday clutter or want to make more space for family moments, this episode is here to help you step into the holiday season with peace and intention.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Set Intentions for a Meaningful Holiday: Decide what you want this season to feel like. By choosing a few top priorities, you can let go of unnecessary tasks and focus on what truly matters.
2. Declutter for Calm: Clear out key areas like the kitchen, entryway, and living spaces to create a welcoming and less chaotic environment. Involve your kids in decluttering their toys to make room for new items and practice giving back.
3. Organize Your Holiday Essentials: Set up a “holiday command center” to keep track of events, to-dos, and lists in one place, and establish a simple wrapping station to reduce last-minute stress.
4. Simplify Your Traditions: Review your holiday traditions and keep only the ones that bring joy. Focus on experiences over things, and create easy, memorable moments like family movie nights and neighborhood light walks.
5. Take Care of Yourself: Remember to build in small moments of self-care to recharge, say no to commitments that don’t align with your values, and embrace a holiday season that prioritizes peace over perfection.

Tune in for actionable advice and gentle encouragement — because this season should feel just as good for you as it does for everyone else. Let’s make this holiday one you’ll actually enjoy!

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:08 Setting Intentions for the Holiday Season

04:00 Decluttering Before the Holidays

12:15 Involving Kids in Decluttering

16:31 Managing and Organizing for the Holidays

19:27 Decluttering Holiday Decor

22:43 Mastering Holiday Time Management

28:11 Simplifying Holiday Traditions

31:24 Self-Care During the Holiday Season

33:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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