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Paper without a due date can be the hardest to deal with, like notes, lists, journals, and ideas you’re not ready to decide on yet.   In this opening episode of a short series on paper, we start with understanding why writing can feel safer than deciding, and why paper often lingers longer than we expect.   Links mentioned in this episode:   → Get this free resource and receive monthly updates from me: 40+ Things to Give Away, Donate, or Toss https://organizewithgrace.com/declutterchecklist  → Work with me:  Finish It with Grace https://calendly.com/gracerehman/fiwg-session  Have a question? Email me [email protected] 

January doesn’t have to be productive to count.   In this episode, I share why it’s okay if you moved slower than expected, felt tired, or didn’t follow through on New Year’s resolutions. Instead of pressure, I offer a simpler way to reflect using two simple questions that help you move forward without overwhelm.   I also speak to you who jumped into decluttering (especially paper) with momentum, then found yourself slowing down or second-guessing the pace.   This episode sets the tone for what’s coming next: a new series focused on paper and how to approach it without guilt or rushing.   If you’d like support as you begin (or return to) decluttering, I invite you to join my email list.   When you join, I’ll send you a simple declutter list you can use as a starting point. It’s not a challenge, not a schedule, and not something you have to finish all at once. Just a clear place to begin when you’re ready.   You can sign up using this link: 40-plus Declutter Checklist — Organize with Grace   Start where you are.   I’m glad you’re here.  

There’s that one thing you keep meaning to deal with. The closet. The paperwork. The room you close the door on. You tell yourself you’ll get to it, but somehow you never do. In this episode, I talk about why it’s not that you don’t know where to start. It’s that doing it alone feels like too much. I share the simple first step most women are missing, why decluttering stalls halfway through, and how support changes everything. I also introduce Finish It With Grace, a side-by-side session for the woman who’s ready to stop circling the same project and finally get it done. If you’ve been stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. 👉 Sign up for a session here: Finish It With Grace - Book Your Session  

This episode is one of the most downloaded on the show, and I’m bringing it back with a fresh intro and outro for the holiday season. If you’ve ever bought something on impulse and wondered why, especially when life already feels full, this gentle replay will give you clarity and awareness. Inside this episode: • A relatable impulse buying story • Why we make emotional purchases • How small items add to clutter • A calm way to move through the season I hope this episode brings you a soft pause and a little more clarity today. The holidays may have already passed by the time you hear this episode but it's not too late to work together on a project that you've been meaning to complete and Finish It with Grace is the session to get things done!  👉Find out more about this 1:1 Session, then schedule. It's that easy!  

Thanksgiving and the holidays evoke a range of emotions, including old memories, pressure to make everything look perfect, and the buzz of the season that never seems to slow down.   In this episode, we’re taking a deep breath together and asking one simple question.   Get ready to slow down for a few minutes while we do an honest reflection about holiday expectations, and a simple way to create the feeling you want in your home instead of slipping into chaos.   NEED MORE CALM AND CLARITY IN YOUR LIFE? I’m here to support you.   You can book a Calm Clarity Session, and we’ll walk through whatever feels heavy right now, in a way that feels peaceful, kind, and doable.   Your session link → Calm Clarity Session 🤍Grace

In this episode, I talk with you about slowing down long enough to actually feel ready for the season...not rushed, not behind, just steady and clear. If life has been moving fast and you’ve been wanting a moment to breathe and reset, this will meet you right where you are. And if you want to go a little deeper with me, you can join the 2-Day Calm Before the Holidays Reset. It’s something I created with you in mind. 👉 Register here: The Calm Before The Holidays Reset You can also email me at [email protected] with "PEACE" in the subject line, and I will send you the details and the link in an email. Come take a pause with me, friend. Let’s reset before the season picks up.

Hey friend, this little 3-part series is something I put together to help us slow down before the holidays start speeding up. If you’ve been feeling that pressure to jump into all the things already, these short episodes will give you a moment to breathe and come back to yourself. We’re just taking it one small step at a time, simple pauses, gentle reflection, and a chance to settle your nervous system so you can move into the season with more peace and a little more space inside. And if you want some extra support, I’m hosting The Calm Before the Holidays Reset, a free 2-day time together on Zoom where we’ll walk through this gently. You can save your spot here: The Calm Before The Holidays Reset You can also email me to sign up, just type "PEACE" on the subject line at [email protected]  Can't wait to see you there. Let’s breathe our way into this season together.

I used to think I just needed better bins or a new system. But what I’ve learned is that we often do everything around the clutter: labeling, sorting, reorganizing,  instead of facing the real decisions that bring peace and freedom. In this episode, I share why clutter is a lot like moving credit card debt around instead of paying it off, and how slowing down can help you find calm before the holidays. ✨ Join me for The Calm Before the Holidays Reset: a 2-day guided experience to clear space, calm your mind, and enjoy a peaceful holiday season. When is it? Day 1: Monday, November 17th at 11 am PST / 2 pm EST Day 2: Tuesday, November 18th at 11 am PST / 2 pm EST   Click here to reserve your spot👉Register Today  

Have you ever wondered why downsizing has become such a big part of our lives? Join me as we explore the history of downsizing, from multi-generational homes to the rise of consumerism, to understand its impact on us today.  Stay until the end so you can take the next forward step towards your downsizing journey. If you’ve been thinking about downsizing, decluttering, or creating a simpler home, this episode will encourage you to start small and take your next step with confidence. ✨[📥 Download Your Free Reflection Worksheet] (What Is It All For Anyway) If this link isn't working for you, email me at [email protected] and type "REFLECTION" in the subject line, and I will send it to your inbox.  

Are you waiting for the perfect bins or the perfect plan before you start decluttering? In this episode, I share how perfectionism keeps us stuck, why clarity comes through action (not waiting), and how one small step today can create real momentum. If you'd love my simple checklist to help you take the very first step, send me an email at [email protected] and I'll get it right to you. No bins required, just write "checklist" in the subject line.  Talk soon! Grace www.organizewithgrace.com 

What if the reason you haven’t decluttered that drawer, or made that move, or followed through on your goals isn’t because there is something wrong with you? What if your nervous system is simply overwhelmed and doing its job to protect you? In this “mini” episode, I talk about something happening behind the scenes: a new series that explores the deep connection between nervous system regulation and our ability to declutter, downsize, and make decisions — all without panic or pressure. And here’s the best part: you are invited to help shape this series. 📩 Want to be a co-creator? Fill out this quick 3-question form and let me know what’s resonating with you: 👉 Click here: Help Shape The Next Series 🧘🏽‍♀️ As a thank-you, you’ll get a Reflection Guide, a free calming tool to take one small, gentle step forward today.   As always, you can email me at [email protected] even if it's to say "hi!". I look forward to hearing from you. - Grace

I’m opening up about a big shift in how I see decluttering and downsizing. For years, I shared tips like “set a timer” or “start small”. But what happens when even those steps feel unreachable? I am learning that it’s about our nervous system. Together, we’ll talk about why clutter can leave us feeling stuck, what survival mode looks like in everyday life, and how finding calm and safety first can change everything. If you’ve ever felt behind or ashamed that you “just can’t get it done,” this episode is for you.   I’m here to support you. You can book a Calm Clarity Session, and we’ll walk through whatever feels heavy right now, in a way that feels peaceful, kind, and doable. Your session link → Calm Clarity Session

Feeling behind in your home or life? In this episode, we explore where that feeling comes from and why the truth might surprise you: you’re not behind. Learn how to release the pressure, embrace progress over perfection, and give yourself permission to reset your mindset and your home while decluttering and organizing. Ready to get started? Click HERE to answer a few quick questions, and let's smash those feelings of being behind together. No pressure, just you and me starting a conversation.

Is your closet overflowing, but you still feel like you have nothing to wear?  Help is here! Nationally known stylist and color expert Shari Braendel shares with us how the right colors and fewer clothes can help you feel more confident and less stressed. If you’re ready to simplify, feel good in your clothes, and rediscover your style, this episode is for you.   Learn more about Shari: https://www.stylebycolor.com/ Join her Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stylebycolorstudio/        

In this special 100th episode of the Organize With Grace podcast, I’m reflecting on the top lessons I’ve learned through professional organizing and hosting a show focused on decluttering, downsizing, and navigating life transitions. I’ll walk you through seven key truths I’ve seen again and again, from decision fatigue and the emotions that decluttering evokes to the fear of letting go and the power of starting small. Whether you’re in the middle of a move, facing a family crisis, or simply overwhelmed by stuff, these insights will encourage and ground you. I also introduce the Crisis Clarity Session, my virtual organizing service designed to help overwhelmed families during urgent transitions like health changes, caregiving, and estate cleanouts. 🎉 Don’t miss the milestone and birthday celebration giveaway. Yes, it's my birthday today! Enter and grab your free checklist here: 40-plus Declutter Checklist — Organize with Grace If you’re looking for help with last-minute downsizing, emotional clutter, or decluttering for a life change, this episode is for you. Let's connect! Email me at [email protected]