JOY LOVING HOME - SAHM, Productivity, Home Organization, Declutter, ADHD Mom, ADHD SAHM, ADHD Brain

In this episode, join us as we explore the bittersweet moments of closing a chapter in life and embarking on new adventures. As the youngest child prepares to graduate, it's a time for reminiscing on the joys and challenges of parenting. From the early years of diaper changes and sleepless nights to the excitement of school days and sports events, every phase has its special moments that shape our journey. Through personal reflections, we delve into the significance of embracing the journey rather than just focusing on milestones. The podcast offers heartfelt insights on measuring life qualitatively, cherishing meaningful conversations, and creating lasting memories with family. Tune in to discover how to prepare your child for the road ahead while savoring each moment along the way. It's a story of love, resilience, and choosing joy in every stage of life. Embrace the journey and find solace in the bonds we share with those we love.

In this episode, we delve into the common feeling of being overwhelmed in managing a household. Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, shares her insights on combating inertia and the paralysis of choice by embracing 'senseless' actions. By following one's instinct and doing something without overthinking, one can break the cycle of stagnation. Joy discusses her personal experiences and frustrations with technology as a metaphor for the challenges faced in organizing the home. By acknowledging our unique journeys and giving ourselves grace, she suggests that doing something that doesn't necessarily make sense can actually boost productivity and help us regain control of our household tasks. Join Joy as she explores the idea of senseless action as a ‘hack' to propel you into more meaningful and productive activities. Whether it's ironing those forgotten napkins or simply finding the energy to vacuum the house, discover how small, seemingly senseless steps can lead to a more joyful and organized home. Connect With Me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome

This episode dives into the concept of the Unattainable Triangle, a marketing framework traditionally used to weigh the top qualities of speed, quality, and cost. Host Joy explores how this concept can be ingeniously applied to home organization, offering a new perspective on managing household tasks. Discover how acknowledging what you can attain gives you control over home transformations, whether you choose the quick and inexpensive route, hire professionals for a high-quality finish, or methodically work on each area yourself over time. Joy, a professional organizer and mother of four, infuses humor and realism into the conversation, empowering listeners to embrace the unique approach each brain brings to organizing. With practical examples and a supportive community, she guides listeners through the exciting challenges of creating a joyful home environment. Join Joy in shifting away from unrealistic expectations and towards achievable goals that align with your capacity, budget, and timeline. Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to the Joy Loving Home Podcast, hosted by Joy Loving herself. This episode takes a deep dive into the origins of the podcast and Joy's unique perspective on creating a loving home environment. Joy shares her "fish analogy," which challenges the conventional "monkey brain" system of task management, advocating instead for embracing our natural instincts and rhythms. Through her compassionate approach, Joy inspires listeners to focus on the feeling of home, rather than the aesthetics, encouraging a space where love, acceptance, and joy prevail over perfection. Join Joy on this enlightening journey as she redefines success for all the "fish brains" out there. Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome Don't forget to subscribe/follow & review the podcast please! 

Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she explores an intriguing concept: the indispensability hack. This episode delves into how planning a trip out of town can serve as a surprising yet effective way to boost your productivity. Joy shares her personal experience of how this urgency to leave led her to accomplish more tasks than she usually would, even amidst her hectic life. This strategy isn't just about doing more; it's about relinquishing the type-A advice and embracing your unique methods to create a harmonious home. Discover how prioritizing people over perfection can transform your daily life. Learn to appreciate the beauty in being unique and practical methods to achieve a joyful home environment. Connect with Me: https://joylovinghome.com joy@joylovinghome.com https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity  

In this episode, we delve into the world of "open loops." These are the unfinished tasks and projects that clutter our minds and digital spaces, weighing us down. Learn how you can start closing these loops and gain clarity and peace. Discover practical techniques for tackling the endless tabs on your devices, the unresolved tasks in your day-to-day life, and those nagging to-dos that seem to never end. We'll explore how setting specific "closure loop days" can help you take charge and free your brain from the constant noise. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares insights tailored for those who seek understanding, encouragement, and tailor-made ideas to fit their unique thinking styles. Start closing your loops for a more joyful and organized life. Connect with Me! https://joylovinghome.com joy@joylovinghome.com https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity https://joylovinghome.com/membership https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

In this episode, we dive into the intriguing concept of time, especially for those with ADHD who grapple with time blindness. We explore practical strategies to stop procrastination and enhance productivity, making time management a tangible reality. Join me, Joy, as I guide you through a hands-on exercise to visualize your daily hours and encourage you to participate in a digital detox, freeing up precious minutes usually lost to mindless scrolling. Let's work together on exchanging our time for meaningful activities and discover how a few changes can lead to a more fulfilling life. Let's connect about this topic in my free podcast community! https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity 

Ever felt overwhelmed by clutter in your space? Join Joy, the unorganized professional organizer, as she introduces the 'approachability hack' - a unique strategy to tackle clutter without succumbing to paralysis. Discover how breaking conventional organizing rules can help you create a more approachable and joyful home environment, even for ADHD brains. With practical examples for bedrooms, paperwork, and playrooms, learn how to transform chaos into calm and gain momentum in your organization journey. Connect with Me: https://joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Instagram: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to the Joy Loving Home podcast! In this episode, we explore a unique decluttering strategy inspired by financial expert Dave Ramsey's debt snowball method. Discover how you can apply the same principles to turn the chaos in your home into a streamlined, stress-free sanctuary. Join Joy, a professional organizer, as she shares actionable tips to tackle clutter, starting with the most manageable areas and building momentum towards a more organized life. Whether you're embracing visible spaces or focusing on less intimidating areas, you'll learn how to make sustainable progress and create a home environment that you love. Connect with me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Website: https://joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Community: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dana K. White, the renowned author and decluttering expert behind the popular blog, A Slob Comes Clean. In this episode, we delve into Dana's unique and effective five-step decluttering system that promises only progress without the mess, designed especially for those who truly struggle with maintaining a tidier home. We explore Dana's latest book, "Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House," which presents a fresh perspective from a Christian viewpoint, addressing why she avoided intertwining her faith with her work until now. Dana shares her journey, the message behind her book, and how she hopes to remove spiritual guilt associated with maintaining a home. This interview is a refreshing take, discussing both decluttering techniques and deeper insights about faith and home management. Whether you're familiar with Dana's previous work or new to her insights, you're bound to gain valuable understanding and inspiration for your own home. Don't miss out on pre-order bonuses detailed in the show notes! Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/ PreOrder Bonuses: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/Jesus Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/danakwhite Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASlobComesClean/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/aslobcomesclean Connect with Me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

As we step into February, many of us may feel deflated as our big plans for 2025 seem to waver. However, this episode offers a beacon of hope with a shift in mindset—from traditional goals to adaptable aims. Borrowing inspiration from Gretchen Rubin, we explore how aiming for a target can bring greater satisfaction, even if the bullseye isn't always hit. Non-binary aims offer flexibility and growth, making them a powerful alternative to rigid goals. This refreshing approach has been put into practice by embracing the '25 for 25' challenge, populated with manageable tasks that add up over the year. From larger undertakings like painting a room to simple joys like finding the perfect pair of jeans, this process encourages progress without overwhelming demands. Organize your thoughts using a monthly pending list—an opportunity to brain-dump tasks of all priorities, allowing a natural selection of what to tackle or drop, thereby alleviating mental clutter. Join the free podcast community for accountability and support, to help keep your aims in check. Don't let a faltering start discourage you; it's never too late to reset your ambitions. With aims as your guiding principle, flexibility reigns, and progress becomes attainable! Connect With Me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

In this exciting episode of the Joy Loving Home podcast, I break new ground by conducting my first-ever interview! Join me as I chat with Jessica, a dedicated member of our community, who shares her personal journey of growth and transformation. Discover how Jessica stumbled upon the podcast, what inspired her to join our membership, and the profound impact it has had on her life as a mom. We discuss the unique and supportive environment we foster, where members are encouraged to be themselves and pursue their goals without fear of judgment. Tune in to learn more about our engaging 'Tackle It Tuesdays' sessions, how they've helped Jessica overcome challenges, and how you too can become a part of this warm and welcoming community. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply curious about the benefits of joining us, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Join us as we continue to choose joy together. Connect With Me: Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

If you're exhausted from never-ending clutter and routine maintenance, this episode is for you. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares practical insights on turning a messy home into a manageable home. Discover a new approach to daily maintenance through the innovative 'bail and build' method, which helps you keep up with life's chaos without succumbing to the monotony of traditional cleaning routines. Learn how to track your progress with Joy's '25 a Day' challenge and find encouragement in tackling daily tasks while also making strides towards more significant goals. Enjoy engaging new tips on balancing maintenance and mindful progress, fostering an environment that works uniquely for you and your family. Join Joy's Membership Group and explore her fun accountability sessions, "Tackle It Tuesdays," where you can share goals, stay motivated, and find joy in the journey of home organization. Closes tonight at midnight. https://joylovinghome.com/membership Free Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

In this episode, we explore the joy and nostalgia of snow days, reminiscing about childhood memories and the excitement of unexpected free days. The episode shares a personal story of growing up in snowy Maryland, highlighting the anticipation and delight of school cancellations due to heavy snow. The host reflects on how snow days can be a nostalgic gift for children, offering them the chance to experience spontaneous joy and freedom. The discussion moves into a decluttering journey, drawing inspiration from the concept "use it or lose it." The episode encourages listeners to make the most of items they own instead of saving them for a "someday." This practical advice is tied into the nostalgia of snow days, inviting families to pull out unused art supplies and let their children get creative, thus creating new memories with existing materials. Finally, the episode offers a clever way to handle the overflow of children's artwork produced on snow days, suggesting that like snow, the art too should "melt away" once the day is over, allowing the nostalgia and joy of these special days to linger, while keeping spaces clutter-free. Listeners are encouraged to savor these moments and continue to choose joy in their daily lives. Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Website: https://joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to the new year! If you're finding yourself struggling with New Year's resolutions and feeling defeated, this episode is for you. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares strategies designed specifically for ADHD brains. Discover how to overcome the all-or-nothing attitude and make meaningful progress without relying on unrealistic expectations of consistency. You'll learn practical tips for setting short-term goals, embracing flexibility with loopholes, and creating visual cues to track your achievements. Joy also highlights the importance of accountability and community support in achieving your goals. Whether it's decluttering your home, keeping resolutions alive, or simply finding a fresh start, Joy's insights will help you embrace your unique brain and make 2025 a year of joyful success. Connect with Me! Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com  

The New Year often brings a surge of pressure to reinvent ourselves, but what if we could channel that energy into realistic, positive change without the usual stress? In this episode, Joy, a professional organizer and mother of four, shares insightful strategies to embrace fresh starts at any time of the year. She discusses the benefits of taking a more flexible approach to resolutions, inspired by renowned author Gretchen Rubin. Joy encourages listeners to avoid the January 1st rush and instead align their new goals with the natural rhythm of their lives. Join her in this episode to discover how to create a personal roadmap for 2025, leveraging your strengths and unique talents. Podcasts Mentioned in This Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-511-choose-a-one-word-theme-we-review-our-2024/id969519520?i=1000679178765 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-512-we-review-our-24-for-24-lists-to-see-what-we/id969519520?i=1000679984025 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-513-revealed-our-annual-challenge-for-2025-plus/id969519520?i=1000680797844 Ways to Connect With Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Website: https://joylovinghome.com Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to the final episode in our 12 Days of Chaos series, a playful twist on the 12 Days of Christmas, aimed at helping you stay organized during the holiday season. In today's episode, we tackle the theme of "12 items donated." We'll guide you on a quick and stress-free decluttering mission, turning those unused or old items into a donation box, ensuring your home remains manageable and ready for the influx of holiday gifts. As we wrap up the series, we also address the common anxiety of last-minute Christmas preparations. With just a week to go, learn how to reprioritize effectively, ditch the unimportant tasks, and find peace in completing what truly matters to your family. Embrace this packed holiday season with grace, and make the most of what's meaningful.  Connect With Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to Day 11 of our 12 Days of Chaos special series, where we dive into home organization amid the Christmas frenzy. Join us for a whirlwind 30-minute routine: re-fluff laundry, tidy spaces, and revel in that sense of accomplishment without interrupting your holiday cheer. Discover how quick bursts of cleaning can maintain a serene home atmosphere, letting you focus on what truly matters – joyful living over spotless perfection. Don't miss this episode's practical tips to transform your household tasks into stress-free, manageable intervals. Tune in and prepare to feel great throughout the festive season! Podcast Community: http://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Community: http://joylovinghome.com/membership  

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 Days of Chaos series on the Joy Loving Home podcast. Join Joy as she guides you through a five-minute decluttering task designed to tackle the invisible clutter we often overlook. In this episode, you'll learn a simple yet effective method to make your space more organized and photo-ready. Discover how snapping a quick photo can help you see your home from a new perspective, motivating you to clear away those items that have overstayed their welcome outside their designated spots. Set your timer and get ready to optimize your space in short bursts, making the most out of each five-minute interval. Whether you're an ADHD mom or simply someone looking to bring more order into your home, this episode offers practical tips and support. And if you're eager for more, join Joy's free podcast community for additional resources and encouragement. Join the Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Join the Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com  

In this episode, we explore the unique approach of tackling holiday chaos with the help of our fun rendition of the "12 Days of Christmas" song. As we reach day nine, the focus shifts to tidying toys in a quick, five-minute task designed to keep the Christmas clutter under control without demanding perfection. We delve into the concept of 'loopholes,' particularly beneficial for the ADHD mind, emphasizing that perfect consistency is not the goal. Instead, crafting goals with flexibility in mind can lead to success, especially as we approach a new year. Join us as we discuss how to catch up on tasks without feeling overwhelmed, encouraging you to embrace loopholes and stay engaged in the spirit of the holiday season. This episode also provides insights into getting your kids involved in tidying up and preparing space for new gifts with a mindful approach. Find the companion printable for this series by joining my free podcast community https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership is Open https://joylovinghome.com/membership  

Welcome to day eight of our 12 Days of Chaos series, a playful twist on the classic holiday song aimed at keeping our homes manageable during the bustling holiday season. If you missed prior episodes, consider starting at the beginning to fully enjoy this journey. Let's embrace these chores joyfully, preventing holiday clutter from overshadowing our festive spirit. Continue choosing joy as we navigate through this season! Don't forget to join our free podcast community, where you can get the downloadable pdf. You can also watch daily live videos to see the tasks in action. https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Explore our membership for $10 a month, offering new monthly themes and collaborative work sessions. The best perk is being part of an encouraging group that will help provide you with the accountability you need to finally take action on improving your home! https://joylovinghome.com/membership

Welcome to the seventh installment of our '12 Days of Chaos' series, a playful twist on the '12 Days of Christmas' aimed at helping you maintain order in your home during this busy season. In today's episode, we tackle 'Seven Dusted Surfaces.' With only a five-minute timer, the focus is on quick and efficient cleaning without striving for perfection. Whether you dust seven or twenty surfaces, it's all about having fun and making cleaning approachable. Join our free podcast community, where you can access downloadable trackers to monitor your progress, participate in daily live sessions, and find additional resources to enhance your cleaning journey. Link to join https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity If you're eager to prepare for the holidays without procrastination, check out our ADHD Christmas Planner. Don't forget to explore the Joy Loving Home Membership Community for even more support and guidance in achieving a peaceful & more joyful living space. https://joylovinghome.com/membership Remember to leave a review and spread the joy along with your dust rag!

Welcome to Day 6 of our 12 Days of Chaos special series. Join Joy as she guides you through simple, five-minute cleaning tasks inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas song. Today, we're focusing on sweeping floors, a task that's all about quick and easy tidying instead of perfection. Embrace the chaos and find joy in these short, manageable activities designed for anyone looking to streamline their home organization during the festive season. Forget the stress of perfect cleaning and enjoy small, effective tasks that make a big difference. Free Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Community: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome

Welcome back to day five of our '12 Days of Chaos' series on the Joy Loving Home podcast. This special holiday preparation series complements our ADHD Christmas Guide, a task brainstormer to help you manage your Christmas activities. In this episode, we introduce the concept of the 'five-minute tidy.' We explore how short, focused bursts of organizing can help maintain order in your home amid the festive frenzy. Join us in discovering how continuity, not consistency, can lead to a stress-free holiday season. Find out how to incorporate quick tidying sessions into your daily routine, ensuring your home remains welcoming even during the busiest of times. Tune in to indulge in some lighthearted holiday cheer, while still keeping your space neat and ready for Christmas. Free Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity The Membership is Open! Go to https://joylovinghome.com/membership for details and to join! Connect with Me joy@joylovinghome.com Or send me a message on Instagram https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to day four of our special podcast series, "12 Days of Chaos Christmas," where we offer short, actionable tips for maintaining a joyful home during the bustling holiday season. Inspired by the "12 Days of Christmas" song, we introduce repetitive tasks to help manage household chaos. In today's episode, we focus on "four empty surfaces," emphasizing the importance of clearing clutter to create calm. We share practical advice on how quickly tidying and wiping down surfaces can reduce stress and enhance your holiday spirit. If you've missed our previous episodes, consider starting from day one to get the full benefit of our festive strategies. Join us in our free podcast community to download our PDF guide and learn more about our unique "12 Days of ADHD Christmas" approach.  https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity For those seeking accountability, our membership group offers interactive sessions with a new theme every month, designed to keep you motivated. Join at https://joylovinghome.com/membership . We invite you to be part of our joyful journey toward a stress-free holiday season. If you have other questions for me email me joy@joylovinghome.com or send me a message on Instagram https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to Day Three of our 12 Days of Chaos series on the Joy Loving Home podcast. If you've just discovered us, consider listening from Day One for a full understanding. This episode focuses on a simple yet effective five-minute bathroom cleanup as part of our holiday theme inspired by the "12 Days of Christmas." Discover how to tackle three key spots in your bathroom and maintain a sense of order amidst the seasonal chaos. Learn how to join our free podcast community for additional resources, including a downloadable PDF to accompany your cleanup mission. Whether you're dealing with ADHD-driven disorganization or just seeking new organizing insights, this is the perfect series for you. Be sure to listen for additional advice on maintaining productivity and organization tailored to your needs, and join our community to participate in live sessions. This year, redefine your approach to chaos and find joy in the journey! Connect with Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to Day 2 of the "12 Days of Chaos"! In today's episode, we delve into the unpredictability of life and how embracing imperfect action can lead to meaningful progress. Despite the spiraling chaos of the day, join us in making simple actions count—starting with something as small as making your bed or reviewing your daily schedule. Discover how these tiny gestures can bring a semblance of order in a chaotic environment, and join our community for "Work With Me Wednesdays" to find companionship and motivation. Explore our membership options for further engagement and don't forget to leave us a review if this show resonates with you. Join the Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Join the Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Connect with me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to a special edition of the Joy Loving Home Podcast, where I dive into a whirlwind adventure of holiday preparedness with a twist. Join me as I share a unique approach to managing tasks and expectations during the hectic holiday season, tailored especially for ADHD moms. But don't worry, you don't need to be a mom or have ADHD to find value in this episodic journey. This year, we are revisiting and refreshing the traditional "12 Days of Christmas" with a novel idea - introducing a new task each day and repeating the previous ones, aiming to keep your home in order and your mind at peace. The real magic lies in adding the words "so that" to every task you plan, helping you focus on what truly matters and why you're doing it. From managing seemingly endless to-do lists to making thoughtful decisions like attending events or redecorating, discover how this simple phrase can transform your holiday chaos into calm. Consider this your invitation to embrace imperfection, jump in, and explore a more joyful, organized festive season. Join our community through the link in the show notes to access resources and be part of the daily action. Join The Podcast Community : https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

As the holiday season approaches, the pressure of hosting can often lead to stress. In this episode, Joy shares three practical decluttering strategies that not only help you prepare your home for guests but also align with how your brain naturally organizes. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she guides you through the "Dig and Dump," "Sort and Stash," and "Slow Roll" methods. These strategies cater to different timelines and personal approaches, ensuring that your home is welcoming and you can focus on enjoying the fellowship with your loved ones. Whether you have minutes or days to prepare, Joy provides you with flexible options that eliminate the clutter and help create a comfortable environment. Don't miss her insights on maintaining a joyful home and making your unique organizing style work for you. Plus, get a bonus tip on how to make quick improvements to multiple spaces in your home for a ready-to-entertain atmosphere. Connect with Me! Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com  

In this episode, Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, challenges the traditional concept of playrooms and offers insightful alternatives for managing toy clutter. She dives deep into the history and misconceptions about playrooms, explaining why they may not be the solution to toy chaos that many believe them to be. Joy highlights the importance of children being part of the family environment and how the concept of a "toy library" can be a more practical and beneficial approach. She discusses the developmental stages of children, emphasizing the significance of the transportation schema, where kids learn and grow by moving objects around. Listeners will gain practical tips on simplifying their home environment, managing toy overflow, and embracing a more minimalist approach to toys. Joy encourages parents to rethink their spaces and offers strategies to create a joyful home where both children and parents can thrive. With the holiday season approaching, this episode provides timely advice on preparing your home for an influx of new toys and ensuring that every item has a place. Tune in for Joy's expert insights and start transforming your home into a joy-loving space. Episode 28: 2 Reasons Your Playroom Organization Doesn't Work & How to Fix It https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joy-loving-home-sahm-productivity-home-organization/id1579243596?i=1000542712842   Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Website: https://joylovinghome.com  

You have probably heard the saying that cleaning your house with young children is like trying to brush your teeth while eating Oreos. This episode explores whether short, five-minute tidying sessions can really make a difference in a chaotic home. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares insights and results from the Joy Loving Home membership community's month-long five-minute tidying challenge. In this episode, Joy discusses the surprising impact of these brief cleaning spurts and offers encouragement for those feeling overwhelmed by household chores. Learn how small, inconsistent efforts can lead to significant progress, even if you have ADHD or simply a busy life. Joy also talks about the benefits of joining her membership community for added accountability and support. If you're curious about how five minutes can transform your home and want to try it yourself, Joy provides practical steps to get started. Discover how this simple yet effective method can help you maintain a cleaner, more organized home without feeling overwhelmed. Connect with Me! Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Free Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to another inspiring episode of A Little Jolt of Joy on the Joy Loving Home podcast. In this episode, we delve into a fresh perspective on productivity and planning that emphasizes prioritizing life's meaningful moments over rigid schedules and tasks. Discover why traditional productivity methods may not work for everyone and learn how to embrace interruptions as valuable parts of life. Whether it's spending time with your kids, supporting a friend, or nurturing your relationships, these moments are what truly matter. Join us as we flip the script on productivity, encouraging you to find joy in prioritizing your loved ones and cherishing the finite experiences life offers. Let's celebrate the life we build around our relationships, not just the tasks we complete. Choose joy today! Connect With Me! Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/memberhip Virtual Organizing: https://joylovinghome.com/services IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

In this episode, Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, shares an unconventional yet effective hack to help those struggling with getting started on home organization. If you find it hard to take the first step, this episode is for you. Joy reveals her method of "rearrange and stage first" and how it can transform your space and mindset. Joy discusses the importance of creating a visually appealing and functional space first to motivate further decluttering. She also highlights the benefits of joining her supportive podcast community and membership group for ongoing encouragement and actionable challenges. Tune in to discover how to break the inertia, take action, and maintain a joy-loving home that fits your unique brain. Connect With Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Instagram: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she reflects on a summer filled with four unique moves. Whether you're planning to move or just looking for some life lessons, this episode is packed with insights that apply to everyday living. From helping her grown son, a minimalist monkey brain, to downsizing her in-laws' home, Joy shares the challenges and lessons learned. She also dives into the chaos of moving a fish brain college student and the unexpected hurdles of roommate transitions. Discover practical tips like having a grab bag of cleaning supplies, embracing minimalism, and living in the now. Plus, learn why the hardest part of any move is often cleaning the old space and how you can be the hero who makes it easier. Don't miss the chance to join Joy's free 10-day declutter decathlon and reduce 100 items from your home. Tune in for a mix of humor, wisdom, and actionable advice to make your next move—or just your everyday life—a bit more joyful. Connect With Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership  

Welcome or welcome back to the Joy Loving Home podcast! In today's episode, we explore the challenges of getting back into a routine after life throws you off course. Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, shares her personal journey of re-establishing a routine that worked for her health and well-being. Joy discusses why it can be so difficult to jump back on the horse and offers practical steps to regain your rhythm. From evaluating your footing to finding new and exciting ways to stay motivated, this episode is packed with insights tailored for those whose brains and homes operate uniquely. Using relatable examples and analogies, Joy illustrates how to apply these tips not just to exercise routines but also to house routines. If you're looking for understanding, encouragement, and ideas that fit your brain's way of thinking, this episode is for you. Join Joy as she breaks down the steps to getting back on track and shares how to embrace what makes our brains and homes unique. Don't miss out on the opportunity to create a joy-loving home! Connect With Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Website: https://joylovinghome.com  

Welcome to episode 210 of the Joy Loving Home podcast! In this special "Break This Rule" series, we explore how certain rules can hinder those of us with ADHD and offer better alternatives. This episode dives into the often-praised rule of consistency. While consistency is beneficial, it can also become a stumbling block that freezes productivity. Join me as I share my recent struggle with this issue and discuss how to recognize and overcome similar obstacles in your life. Whether you're new or a returning listener, this episode provides valuable insights into how perfectionism and rigid rules can derail our progress. Learn how to identify and leap over these self-imposed hurdles to keep moving forward, even when things don't go perfectly. Tune in and discover how to continue choosing joy amidst the chaos. Connect With Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Podcast Group: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Website: https://joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Have you ever experienced an ultra-productive day only to find yourself back at square one shortly after? In this episode, professional organizer Joy, delves into the hyperfocus-crash cycle, explaining why it happens and how to work with your brain's unique wiring. Joy shares insightful analogies and practical tips for managing your home in a way that aligns with your natural tendencies. Discover how to set realistic deadlines, create accountability, and embrace your ad hoc cleaning style without guilt. Learn to tread water and maintain your progress, even in the midst of exhaustion. Join Joy as she encourages you to quit fighting against your nature and start working with it, making your home a space that truly fits how your brain thinks.   Mentioned in this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joy-loving-home-sahm-productivity-home-organization/id1579243596?i=1000550695647   Connect With Me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership  

You remember that old saying, "This is harder on me than it is on you"? As a parent, Joy shares her heartfelt experiences of navigating the tough decisions and emotional challenges of raising her children. She vividly recalls the struggle of pushing her son to stick with wrestling despite the difficulties and the life lessons it imparted. Joy draws a powerful parallel between parenting and organizing, emphasizing how she sees the same struggle in her clients as they declutter their homes. She understands the emotional weight and guilt that comes with letting go of items but encourages perseverance through the tough parts to reach a place of calm and less stress. Join Joy as she shares insights and encouragement for creating a home that fits your unique brain and lifestyle. Discover how to embrace the journey of organizing and find joy in the process. Whether you're a parent or simply looking to declutter, this episode offers valuable lessons on resilience and the rewards of seeing things through. If you need support, Joy invites you to explore her podcast community and membership group for ongoing encouragement and accountability.  Connect with Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

In this episode, Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, shares her personal experience with a messy kitchen and provides a practical tip to overcome priority paralysis. She recounts the chaos she faced before a flight and offers insights into how to tackle overwhelming spaces without getting bogged down by inefficiency or perfectionism. Joy emphasizes the importance of starting anywhere and prioritizing motion over perfection. She encourages listeners to embrace their unique thought processes and ditch conventional advice that doesn't work for them. By sharing her own challenges and solutions, Joy aims to provide understanding, encouragement, and actionable steps to create a joy-loving home. Join the podcast community to see the before photo of her kitchen and connect with others facing similar struggles. Subscribe to stay updated on future episodes, especially her upcoming series on lessons learned from multiple moves this summer. Connect with Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Welcome to the Joy Loving Home podcast, where Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, guides you through the ups and downs of finding routines that fit your unique brain. In this episode, Joy discusses the common struggle of sticking to routines, especially for those with ADHD. She challenges the notion that we are bad at routines and encourages listeners to recognize the rhythm in their lives, even if it isn't linear or conventional. Joy shares personal anecdotes about the chaos of daily life, from last-minute furniture purchases to preparing for a birthday party, and how these disruptions highlight the underlying routines we often overlook. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing meaningful choices over a perfectly organized home and suggests embracing new methods when old routines are disrupted. Join Joy as she helps you take stock of your life, recognize the valuable routines you already have, and prepare to dig out from moments of overwhelm. This episode is a reminder to choose joy and find the rhythm that works for you. Try Magic Mind! https://magicmind.com/joyshome 20% off code JOYLOVING Connect with Me: Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Waitlist: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com  

Embrace the Chaos: Your Summer Organizing Hack Welcome or welcome back to the Joy Loving Home podcast. The summer rhythm is coming, and with it, a whole lot of chaos, spontaneity, and coming and going. With your kids out of school and extra activities aplenty, this season can feel overwhelming. However, in this episode, we explore how you can embrace the chaos with an unusual organizing hack. The idea is simple: treat your home like a construction site. Like a road construction project that seems to be making little progress, your home can feel the same way in summer. But remember, even though it might look disorganized, something is getting done. The cleaning out, rearranging, and selecting of items for donation or disposal are part of the process. Learn to ride this wave, be spontaneous, and let your motivation guide you. Even when things seem disheveled, know that you're making progress. By the end of summer, you'll realize that significant changes were made, even if these changes only begin to come together once kids are back in school. So embrace the chaos that comes with the season and ride along with this unusual organizing hack. Don't let the whole summer pass by thinking you can't get anything done. Find joy in the little things, and the summer chaos will become a season of creativity and freedom. Feel free to reach out, share your stories of summer chaos, and how you are navigating it. Looking forward to hearing from you and possibly doing a follow-up episode at Labor Day. Until then, continue to choose joy. Don't forget to rate, review, and share the podcast. You can also tag us on Instagram at joylovinghome. Embrace this upcoming summer chaos and the construction phase. Enjoy!

In this episode of the podcast, we're inspired by a YouTube short titled "Three-Year-Old Boy Who Leaves Professional Engineers Shocked". In the video, a three-year-old child uses a unique approach to fix an unbalanced Lego bridge, showing us how a fresh perspective can redefine problem-solving. Join Joy, a professional organizer, mom of four and fellow fish brain, as we delve into this story and its parallels with organizing our homes. Together, we will learn how to subtract rather than add, and in the process create a joy-loving home. The thoughts of this three-year-old boy inspire us to view home organization from a different angle. We often believe that the solution to clutter is to buy more organizing products. But what if the answer to more efficient organization is to subtract rather than to add? In this episode, Joy takes us through this philosophy with practical steps applied to a simple kitchen drawer scenario. The podcast episode will take you through four steps: defining the space, pulling out anything that does not serve the defined function or purpose of the space, removing items that you don't actually use, and finally, neatening up the space. This subtractive approach to organization, inspired by the wisdom of a three-year-old, aims to unlock better functionality in our homes without the need for additional organizing products. Join Joy as she tests this 'Think Like a Three-Year-Old' approach to declutter some spaces in her kitchen and shares the enlightening results. Embark on this journey to discover the joy of subtraction, declutter your home, and learn how you too can have a joy-loving home. Let's quit trying to add and start simplifying by subtracting, and in doing so, reshape our perspective on home organization. YouTube Short: https://youtube.com/shorts/lUIqVFpMquk?si=PYvpF_EJRUISvpGG Connect with Me! Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome  

Let's discuss the downside of choosing to declutter without organizing. Decluttering alone without a game plan for organizing can lead to discouragement and a sense of failure, as it often doesn't reveal any immediate 'win' or visible change.  For neurodiverse brains it is important to see decluttering and organizing in tandem, not as separate activities. Let's challenge typical home organizing philosophies to find a method that suits your unique needs and thinking patterns. Remember to have a 'Room of Requirement' (Introduced in episode 18) – a unique idea for dealing with items whose place in the house is yet to be determined.  Remember the last day to join the Joy Loving Home Membership Community until fall is midnight April 30th  Membership Link: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Try Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/joyshome Code JOYLOVING for 20% off

In this potentially controversial episode, I challenge one of the widely accepted approaches to organizing: decluttering first. Listen for a recent example of organizing a closet for a client who wanted to give her husband the gift of organization without making any decluttering decisions on his behalf. Going through this non-standard approach, I reveal interesting insights on how not decluttering can remove stress and decision fatigue. I share insights on how to make organizing a simpler process by sorting instead of decluttering. Find out how these changes can make your spaces feel fresher without the pressure of giving anything up. I also talk about the unexpected benefit of this approach: It can inadvertently lead you to declutter on your own accord. Making your home function in a way that works best for you is more important than following organizing steps to a tee. Bonus tip included on how consistent visual elements in your organized spaces can contribute to a feeling of lightness and stress reduction. Tune in to discover a different tactic to decluttering and organizing, and learn how you can benefit from breaking the rules. Try Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/joyshome  Use Code JOYLOVING for 20% off! Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Join the newsletter: https://joylovinghome.com  

Discover practical and tangible steps to help reset your home environment, especially for those with ADHD, in the latest episode of Joy Loving Home podcast. Rather than offering a quick fix or hack, which might work temporarily, this episode delves into the real reasons we often struggle to reset our lives after a period of chaos. Often, people with ADHD experience difficulty with resetting because of the inherent chaos of their minds and surroundings. Using a fish-monkey analogy, it is explained that while the world is stationary for neurotypicals (monkeys), it is swirling and constantly changing for those with ADHD (fish). Therefore, it becomes necessary to create strategies for organizing that align with the ADHD brain, as opposed to those that work for neurotypical brains. This episode isn't about going back to how things were, or resetting to a time before the chaos. Instead, it encourages you to move forward, making progress, even if in small bits. It advises on simple tasks such as tidying your desk or clearing a corner of a table, reminding you to celebrate these wins with before and after photos. Progress, no matter how small, is still progress. Finally, this episode invites you to join a membership group where you can participate in accountability challenges as you work towards managing your home. The group provides a supportive community who understands your struggles and celebrates your victories. So choose joy and take a step towards making your home a space of calm amid the chaos. Membership Group: https://joylovinghome.com/membership  

In the monumental 200th episode of the Joy Loving Home podcast, join a deeply personal exploration centered on the intricacies and emotional hurdles of assisting loved ones through the process of downsizing. As many of us are bound to experience this phase ourselves, this episode offers tangible insights from seasoned professional organizer, Joy. Joy shares lessons drawn from her experiences assisting her in-laws' transition to a retirement community. Beneath these stories, glean important tips for managing stress, being kind and patient, and consistently staying hydrated during this exhaustive process. Undeniably, these invaluable lessons extend beyond downsizing and offer valuable advice for decluttering our homes and lives. This episode does not merely provide practical advice. Instead, it delves into exploring the complexities of sentiments attached to personalized and hand-made items, offering creative solutions of repurposing or treating these items as expired gifts. It invites listeners to reframe this process, visualizing each object's role in their new home.  Lastly, the discussion transitions to strategic tips such as planning the new space beforehand, contemplating temporary storage solutions for difficult items, and allowing room for the inevitable sadness that accompanies letting go. The episode concludes with thoughtful gift ideas for those living in downsized spaces, along with an exclusive announcement about the reopening of the membership program. To navigate your own downsizing journey or help your elders gracefully embark on theirs, Episode 200 is an essential listen. Magic Mind https://www.magicmind.com/joyshome Code JOYLOVING   Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership    

Feel like you are always busy but nothing ever gets accomplished? Listen to today's hack and see if it helps!   Try Magic Mind for some Focus, Energy, & Less Stress! https://magicmind.com/Joyshome Code JOYLOVING for 20% off   Connect With Me Email:  joy@joylovinghome.com Website: https://joylovinghome.com Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Podcast Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity  

Are you struggling to get organized? Perhaps perfectionism is to blame! Don't think that is you? Have a listen and see if it sounds familiar...and what to do to overcome it.   Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/community  

This is the companion episode to 195. I first outlined why hiring a professional organizer is a bad idea if you have ADHD and now I am sharing why it is a great idea! Listen to both & decide how to find the help you need to really start seeing a change in your home!   The Room of Requirement Episode - Episode 18 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joy-loving-home-sahm-productivity-home-organization/id1579243596?i=1000538923307 Connect with me: Website: https://joylovinghome.com Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome

I know what it feels like to work and work on your home & feel like you never make any progress. Listen to what is actually happening and how to actually start seeing a change!   Connect with me! Free Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Email: joy@joylovinghome.com IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome

Thinking about hiring an organizer to help fix your home? Listen to this first so that you know how to pick the right one & what to really expect about what can change. Magic Mind Link https://magicmind.com/joyshome Code JOYLOVING Connect with Me: Email: joy@joylovinghome.com Newsletter: https://joylovinghome.com Membership: https://joylovinghome.com/membership Community: https://bit.ly/joylovinghomecommunity IG: https://instagram.com/joylovinghome