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Clutter Distractions, Procrasticleaning, and Mental Load (How to stay focused, boost productivity, and create systems that work at home) #173
Do you ever sit down to work… and suddenly find yourself tidying the kitchen instead?
Or waste half an hour shuffling through papers, even though you know the real project waiting for you is more important?
You’re not alone. Clutter distractions, procrasticleaning, and the invisible mental load are stealing your focus. They drain your energy, slow your productivity, and leave you feeling guilty at the end of the day.
But here’s the truth: it’s not about working harder. It’s about creating intentional systems that support you — in your home, in your work, and with your family. When you learn how to declutter your space and your mind, you free up the capacity to focus on what really matters.
This episode is a little different. I’m sharing a recent conversation I had as a guest on Anne Rajoo’s podcast, Productivity Sweet Spot. Anne and I talked all about:
- Why clutter impacts productivity (and why some people feel it more than others)
- The hidden link between procrasticleaning and avoiding hard tasks
- Simple declutter strategies and home organization systems that make it easier to focus
- How to use KonMari-inspired routines to overcome overwhelm and keep family life running smoothly
You don’t need a minimalist home or endless willpower to get organized. You just need realistic, intentional systems that actually work for you.
Ready to break free from clutter distractions and reclaim your focus? Listen now.
Links mentioned in the show:
- Anne Rajoo’s podcast: Productivity Sweet Spot
I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here.
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By Caroline Thor - Professional Organizer - KonMari® Consultant
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Do you ever sit down to work… and suddenly find yourself tidying the kitchen instead?
Or waste half an hour shuffling through papers, even though you know the real project waiting for you is more important?
You’re not alone. Clutter distractions, procrasticleaning, and the invisible mental load are stealing your focus. They drain your energy, slow your productivity, and leave you feeling guilty at the end of the day.
But here’s the truth: it’s not about working harder. It’s about creating intentional systems that support you — in your home, in your work, and with your family. When you learn how to declutter your space and your mind, you free up the capacity to focus on what really matters.
This episode is a little different. I’m sharing a recent conversation I had as a guest on Anne Rajoo’s podcast, Productivity Sweet Spot. Anne and I talked all about:
- Why clutter impacts productivity (and why some people feel it more than others)
- The hidden link between procrasticleaning and avoiding hard tasks
- Simple declutter strategies and home organization systems that make it easier to focus
- How to use KonMari-inspired routines to overcome overwhelm and keep family life running smoothly
You don’t need a minimalist home or endless willpower to get organized. You just need realistic, intentional systems that actually work for you.
Ready to break free from clutter distractions and reclaim your focus? Listen now.
Links mentioned in the show:
- Anne Rajoo’s podcast: Productivity Sweet Spot
I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here.
How to leave an Apple Podcasts review on iPhone or iPad
- Open the Apple Podcasts app.
- Tap Search and type Living Clutter Free Forever.
- Tap the show (not an episode) to open the show page.
- Scroll down past 4 or 5 eipsodes to Ratings and Reviews.
- Tap Write a Review.
- Choose a star rating, add a title and a short review.
- Tap Send.
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
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