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If you're a busy woman, who feels overwhelmed by the amount of stuff in your home, and you know it's time to declutter, but you just don't know where to start, then this podcast is for you. <br><br>As a trained KonMari® Consultant I'll be sharing tips and tricks on how to declutter using the KonMari Method®, and just as importantly, how to maintain it. <br><br>I will also share some personal insights which I'm sure you'll relate to. Sometimes it might feel like I am a fly on the wall in your home! <br><br>Believe me, I get it. We all aspire to having a tidy home, but it can feel like an impossible task when we're constantly juggling family life, work, and everything else in between.<br><br>&nbsp;Join me, Caroline, and occasionally my lovely guests, every Tuesday for some inspiration and motivation. <br><br>Let's get started on decluttering our homes and our lives - forever!<br><br>🤝 <b>Join the Living Clutter Free Forever Community:&nbsp;</b></p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/715123633933892">Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook</a></p>💻 Want to know more about how we can work together, and all my online offers?</p>Visit <a href="https://www.caroline-thor.com">https://www.caroline-thor.com</a></p>📧 <a href="mailto:caroline@caroline-thor.com">caroline@caroline-thor.com</a></p>
Ever felt so overwhelmed by the clutter that you just want to throw everything out?
I’ve been there. And trust me—so have the women I work with every day.
The mental load, the lack of time, the mess that just. won't. quit.
It builds up until decluttering turns from something intentional… into a frantic purge.
But what if throwing it all away doesn’t actually make you feel better?
What if that kind of all-or-nothing approach is keeping your home from truly working for you?
In this episode, I’m sharing a surprising (and hilarious) lesson about minimalism, home organization, and the KonMari method—straight from an episode of Family Guy. Yes, really.
Because sometimes decluttering tips don’t come from a tidy drawer—they come from a cartoon dog and a talking baby.
Here’s the thing:
You don’t need a Pinterest-perfect space.
You need a calm, functional home that supports your real life.
Your neurodivergent kids. Your busy mornings. Your actual energy levels.
In this episode, I’m diving into:
Ready to stop organizing for someone else’s standard and start creating a home that actually works for you?
Then hit play now.
Because you’re not just decluttering…
You’re overcoming overwhelm.
One intentional choice at a time.
💥 Overwhelmed by clutter and mental load?
You don’t have to do this alone. Come get the support, structure, and motivation you need inside Clutter Free Collective. CLICK HERE
⚡ Not ready for the full membership yet?
Start with my FREE 15-Minute Declutter Kickstart—designed for busy, overwhelmed moms. Grab your copy here!
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Join my online membership Clutter Free Collective
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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 relationships
If 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 Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
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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:
Whether 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
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 Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
Visit my website www.caroline-thor.com
Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor
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Grab your FREE copy of the 15 Minute Declutter Kickstart HERE
Feel 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:
This 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 HERE
Links mentioned by Anna:
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Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:
Join my online membership Clutter Free Collective
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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:
I’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 Collective
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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 Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
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Special bonus available until May 27th, only for new members—join Clutter Free Collective today!
You Decluttered... Now What?
You cleared the pile. You felt the shift.
But how do you keep it that way without starting from scratch every month?
Sound familiar?
You finally find the time to declutter—your kitchen counter, your paperwork, your closet—and it feels amazing...
But two weeks later? It's like it never happened.
Where does the clutter even come from?
Why does it feel like you’re always playing catch-up no matter how many organizing hacks you try?
This week on the Living Clutter Free Forever podcast, I’m tackling the step no one talks about:
What happens after the decluttering?
Because here's the truth most people don’t know:
Decluttering is only the first step.
If you want a calm home that stays calm, you need more than just a tidy drawer—you need a new approach.
In this episode, I’m sharing:
If you're tired of the all-or-nothing cycle, if your brain is juggling 40 tabs from paperwork to packed lunches, and if your mental load leaves no space for systems... this episode is your next move.
You'll learn simple, intentional declutter strategies that work even when you’re short on time, energy, and support.
You don’t need to do it all.
You just need a home that’s easy to reset.
So if you’ve ever thought:
This one's for you.
Press play on What to Do After You Declutter Something (So It Stays That Way) and start building a home that supports you—not one that constantly resets to chaos.
Because your space should feel like a soft place to land, not just another thing on your to-do list.
Ready? Let’s go.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Clutter Free Collective online membership
Episode 122
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Join the 3 Day Paper Reset Challenge! CLICK HERE!
Feel like your clutter is shouting at you every time you walk past it? Wondering how to even begin when you're already stretched too thin?
If you’re staring down piles of paper, bursting drawers, or random bags of “deal with later” and thinking, I can’t do this right now—I see you.
This episode is for you.
Because starting is the hardest part. Especially when your brain is fried, the kids need you, and the mess just feels like too much. You’re not lazy. You’re not bad at this. You’re overwhelmed—and there’s a reason for that.
In this episode of the podcast, I’m sharing exactly how to begin when even the thought of tidying feels impossible.
No 5-hour organizing sessions.
No Pinterest-perfect storage hacks.
Just real, doable declutter strategies that work in 15-minute bursts—even if you’ve failed before.
You’ll hear how home organization doesn’t have to mean all or nothing. And how taking one small, intentional action can shift your whole day (and lower your cortisol, too). Whether you’re buried in paperwork, drowning in toys, or just don’t know where to begin—this is the nudge you’ve been waiting for.
Imagine this: You clear one surface. You feel better. You believe in yourself again.
That’s the KonMari spark we’re after—not perfection, just progress.
Ready to stop avoiding and start breathing again?
Tune in now. This is the episode that gets you moving.
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 Collective
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Why does paper clutter feel so much heavier than it should? It’s just a few envelopes, right? A school form here, a receipt there… so why does it feel like it’s taking over your kitchen counter, your brain, and your sense of calm?
If you’ve ever opened a drawer and found a pile of forgotten forms…
If you’ve ever panicked because you knew you had that document somewhere…
Or if your paperwork situation feels like a giant, looming cloud of guilt—you are absolutely not alone.
In this episode, I’m digging into why paperwork is so overwhelming (hint: it’s not just about mess) and how you can start to feel in control again—without needing a whole weekend, colour-coded folders, or a trip to the stationery store.
What if the key to calm is just a tray, a box, and a new way of seeing things?
And what if that emotional weight you’ve been carrying around… wasn’t yours to hold onto in the first place?
We’ll talk about:
If you’re craving more intention, more clarity, and a calmer home, this one’s for you.
Let’s talk paper, overwhelm, and what’s actually possible when you finally stop trying to do it all alone.
Your reset starts here.
Come join me for The Paper Reset Challenge starting May 17.
3 days. 15 minutes a day. Simple, calming steps to reclaim your space.
Ready to take that first step?
Hit play.
Let’s do this together.
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 Collective
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👉 For a bit of extra support grab my free 15-Minute Declutter Kickstart HERE
Discover how parenting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) led me to a new, more realistic approach to decluttering, organizing my home, and letting go of perfectionism — lessons every overwhelmed parent can use.
Have you ever felt like you're failing because your home doesn’t look like a magazine?
Wondered why traditional organizing advice just doesn’t seem to work for your real life?
Me too.
Especially when autism, burnout, and daily survival were the reality — not pretty color-coded baskets.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Casey from At Peace Parents — a brilliant coach and mentor for families parenting PDA and neurodivergent kids.
Together, we talk about how raising a neurodivergent child completely changes your relationship with tidying, decluttering, and home organization. It forced both of us to rethink everything we thought we knew — even my beloved KonMari practices.
It made us ask: What really matters when you’re building a home? Matching cushions... or emotional safety?
During Autism Awareness Month, I wanted to have this real, important conversation.
Because whether you're parenting a child with autism, raising a kid with PDA, or just juggling the mental load of motherhood, you’ll find yourself somewhere in this story.
You’ll walk away with a fresh, intentional perspective on organizing your home — one that prioritizes calm over perfection, connection over control, and sanity over spotless surfaces.
If you’ve ever battled clutter, perfectionism, or the invisible pressure to "keep up," you need this episode.
This is your permission to choose what actually works for your family — not what looks good on Instagram.
Ready to let go and create a home that truly supports you?
Let’s dive in.
👉 You can find out more about Casey’s work at At Peace Parents here:
Website - At Peace Parents
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 Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
Visit my website www.caroline-thor.com
Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor
Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer